Watch found on body of Titanic passenger auctioned for Rs 42 crore.
A pocket watch found on the body of the richest passenger of the famous ship Titanic, which sank during its maiden voyage, has been auctioned for 1.46 million dollars (about 42 million Pakistani rupees).
The opening bid for a 14-carat gold Waltham pocket watch by John Jacob Astor IV was $64,000, bought by an American citizen.
The auction house did not expect this watch to sell for so much, so this pocket watch has broken all previous auction records for items found on the Titanic.
The English initials of John Jacob Astor’s name ‘JJA‘ are engraved on the watch.
When John Jacob Astor’s body was found in the Atlantic Ocean seven days after the Titanic sank after hitting an iceberg in April 1912, this watch was found with him.
They also found a diamond ring, gold and diamond cuff links, 225 pounds and $2,440 in cash.
After the watch was repaired, it was returned to the Astor family and was used by their son, but now it has been decided to auction the watch.
“John Jacob was considered one of the richest people in the world at the time,” the auction house said in a statement. .’
After the ship sank, he tried to put his pregnant wife in the last lifeboat, which saved her life, but he himself drowned.
The highest ever paid for Titanic artefacts was $1.2 million for a violin, also sold by the same auction house, auctioneers said.
Last week, WHO released a list of fungus can cause dangerous diseases.
World Health Organization has released a list of more than a dozen fungus that can cause diseases that are dangerous to public health. The World Health Organization has named 19 priority pathogens that are rapidly spreading and becoming drug-resistant. Fungus include yeast and mold.
Fungal infections kill 17 million people every year and over 15 million patients develop serious infections, but these infections are more common in hospitals and in people with weakened immune systems become fatal.
Candidiasis
Yeasts called Candida are present in the intestinal tract, mucous membranes, and skin. If these yeasts proliferate too much, symptoms may appear. Oropharyngeal candidiasis, or “thrush,” is the term for candidiasis that appears in the mouth or throat.
Usually referred to as a “yeast infection,” vaginal candidiasis can become invasive when these fungi overgrow in individuals who meet specific risk factors. Invasive candidiasis is a dangerous illness that can harm the blood, heart, brain, eyes, bones, and other regions of the body.
The most prevalent type of invasive candidiasis, known as candidemia, is a bloodstream infection caused by the Candida albicans that often affects hospitalized patients.
More than 20 different species of Candida yeasts can infect humans, although the most common ones are caused by Candida albicans, Candida glabrata, Candida parapsilosis, and Candida tropicalis.
A recently discovered fungus species called Candida auris is challenging to identify and frequently resistant to several antifungal medications.
Aspergillosis
Aspergillus is a form of fungus that is commonly found both indoors and outdoors. Every day, people inhale a lot of Aspergillus spores without getting sick. However, Aspergillus-related health issues are more likely to affect those with compromised immune systems or lung conditions.
Aspergillosis comes in a variety of forms, from mild to extremely dangerous. Aspergillus, for instance, can inflame the sinuses (allergic Aspergillus sinusitis) or lungs (allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis) without creating an infection.
A widespread, dangerous infection of the lung or other body systems, invasive aspergillosis is a leading cause of death for people with impaired immune systems.
Histoplasmosis
The fungus Histoplasma capsulatum is the cause of histoplasmosis. This fungus grows in soil that has been exposed to a lot of bat or bird droppings. While histoplasma is a global species, in the United States it is primarily found in the central and eastern states, especially in the valleys of the Ohio and Mississippi rivers.
Inhaling minute fungal spores can cause infections in humans, especially when contaminated soil is disturbed. The illness typically resolves on its own in healthy individuals and is marked by moderate flu-like symptoms.
Histoplasmosis can be severe in those with compromised immune systems, necessitating long-term antifungal therapy to treat the illness.
Pneumocystis pneumonia
The fungus Pneumocystis jirovecii is the cause of Pneumocystis pneumonia, or PCP. People come into contact with the fungus through the air. Although PCP is extremely rare in healthy individuals, the fungus that causes the illness can remain in their lungs unnoticed.
The people most at risk for significant PCP infections that need to be treated are those with compromised immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS, cancer patients, and people with inflammatory or autoimmune disorders taking specific medicines that compromise the immune system.
Blastomycosis
The fungus Blastomyces dermatitidis is the source of the infection known as blastomycosis. This fungus grows in damp soil and on decaying materials like leaves and wood.
Blastomyces is found in the United States in the regions around the Ohio and Mississippi River valleys, as well as the Great Lakes, and in Canada, especially in the Saint Lawrence River basin.
The primary way that the fungus infects people is by the inhalation of fungal spores. While most people who breathe in the fungal spores do not get sick, others may experienc symptoms similar to the flu.
Blastomyces can cause deadly infections that spread from the lungs to other body systems, including the skin, bones, and central nervous system, in people with compromised immune systems.
Coccidioidomycosis
Fungi Coccidioides immitis and C. posadasii are the cause of Coccidioidomycosis, popularly known as Valley Fever. In the southwestern United States (mostly Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, and Utah), Mexico, Central America, and South America, these soil-dwelling fungi thrive in dry, desert-like environments.
The fungus were discovered in south central Washington recently. Unlike most major fungal diseases, Coccidioides infection is usually caused by breathing spores into the lungs. Interestingly, healthy individuals can become infected with Coccidioides.
The states of Arizona and California have had the highest infection rates in the US. In 2016, these states recorded over 11,000 cases of Valley Fever. According to estimates, 15–30% of community-acquired pneumonia cases are related to Valley Fever.
On the other hand, Valley Fever may go unreported because of poor testing rates. Valley fever can vary in severity from a mild, self-limiting flu-like illness to a serious, widely distributed infection that may need lifetime treatment.
Cryptococcosis
Worldwide, soil contains fungus called cryptococcus, which are frequently connected to bird droppings. Disease-causing organisms are mostly Cryptococcus neoformans and C.
Infections from these fungus are uncommon in healthy people, but they can pose a major threat to persons with weakened immune systems, such as those living with HIV/AIDS. The fungus usually becomes infected when someone breaths it in.
The neurological system and lungs are the most often infected areas. The most frequent form of meningitis in adults in sub-Saharan Africa is cryptococcal meningitis, which also happens to be a major cause of death for HIV/AIDS patients.
Film actor Sahil Khan was arrested by Mumbai Special Investigation Team.
Do you recall the classic film “Style”? The Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Mumbai has Arrested actor Sahil Khan in Chhattisgarh on suspicion of his participation in the Mahadev betting app scam.
A few days had passed since the Bombay High Court rejected his bail request before his arrest. Additionally, it was stated that he was detained by the Police until May 1. Let’s examine his involvement in the Madadev betting app case.
Originating in Kolkata. Khan is well-known for his roles in Bollywood movies such as FALTU, Excuse Me, Style, and Aladdin.
In addition to being an actor, he runs a fitness business and uploads workout videos to his YouTube channel, which has more than 2.8 million subscribers. In addition, he owns a gym. As of April 28, Sahil had 10.9 million Instagram followers and 661 accounts under his account. The actor has posted 4373 times on his account thus far.
Marriage
Regarding his private life, Khan wed Norwegian actress Negar Khan, who was born in Iran, in 2003; nevertheless, the pair separated after just two years. He recently tied the knot with a foreign woman.
Mahadev Betting App Instance
The controversial Mahadev betting app’s creators are suspected of engaging in illegal activities with some state-based banking and real estate companies, into which the SIT has been looking.
Actor’s Involvement in Case
Everything began with a police report (FIR) made by the Matunga police in November 2023, which was based on a complaint submitted by Prakash Bankar, a social activist. The complaint claimed that several websites were created specifically for online gambling and betting on sports, including football, tennis, cricket, and card games like Teen Patti. Several defendants were mentioned in the FIR, including Sahil. The FIR was eventually forwarded to the Economic Offense Wing (EOW) for the experiment.
What is Stated in FIR?
The FIR states that Bankar found multiple social media applications for online betting. He claimed that the defendants snuck in prospective participants by using social media sites to lure them in and convince them to invest and register on the website. The FIR states that the scam has a value of around Rs 15,000 crore.
Rockstar Atif Aslam performed at Ambani wedding festivity in London.
Rumors and photos of popular singer Atif Aslam attending the pre-wedding ceremony of Indian businessman Mukesh Ambani’s son Anant Ambani are going viral on social media.
The pre-wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani, son of Asia’s richest business tycoon Mukesh Ambani, and Radhika Merchant, who will tie the knot on July 12, 2024, are in full swing.
The grand celebrations started in March in Jamnagar, India, and were attended by famous Bollywood stars.
The second phase of the wedding celebrations has now begun in London, but the details of the ceremony have been kept very private.
Rahat Fateh Ali Khan
Rumors are circulating on social media that famous Pakistani singers Atif Aslam and Rahat Fateh Ali Khan are also performing at the event in London.
A picture of Atif Aslam’s wife with Bollywood star Ranveer Singh is also going viral on social media platforms, which shows that Bollywood stars are also present at Anant Ambani’s wedding ceremony.
However, it has not yet been confirmed by the singer or any official media outlet that he has indeed left for London to attend Anant Ambani’s wedding.
However, recent posts on his Instagram that include Sara and him together with the hashtags “#concert” and “#London” appear to indicate that they are involved.
English letters A and A were also written on the back of Atif Aslam’s beautiful jacket, but he did not clarify which event he was attending.
Sara shone in a golden gown with elaborate decorations and wave patterns; she also wore a matching jacket, diamond jewelry, and flawless makeup.
The pair, dressed to dazzle by fashion designer Faraz Manan, exuded love and regal appeal as seen by their passionate poses that were photographed during the opulent event.
In particular, a touching scene where Atif graciously opened Sara’s car door stole the show and won praise from the general public.
Remember that Mukesh Ambani has the honor of being the richest person in Asia.
Mukesh Ambani became Asia’s richest man for the second time this year with a net worth of $83.4 billion, he is the 9th richest man in the world.
According to Forbes, Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries (RIL) became the first Indian company to cross $100 billion in revenue last year. Its business spans from oil, and telecommunication to the retail sector.
Pak police officer Riffat Bukhari selected for international award.
In honor of her exceptional contributions to the department, Punjab Police Officer Riffat Bukhari has been nominated by the International Association of Women Police for a prestigious award.
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Riffat has received a letter from the association’s president, Deborah Friedl, notifying her that she has been chosen for this year’s Excellence in Performance Award.
The recipient of the award is a female police officer who stands out for having outstanding policing abilities that significantly influence her agency or area of responsibility.
According to the association’s official website, examples of these include the apprehension of a habitual offender, the identification of numerous infractions, enhanced road safety, or enhanced policing performance.
Bukhari, who works for the Punjab Safe Cities Authority, was chosen for the international award because of her efforts to protect women, her invention of intelligent traffic management systems, and her use of artificial intelligence to apprehend criminals.
The International Association of Women Police will hold its 61st annual conference in Chicago, USA, in September 2024, where the Punjab Police officer would accept the prize.
Dr. Usman Anwar, the IG of Punjab Police, has described the remarkable accomplishment of SSP Riffar as a source of pride for all police personnel, particularly female officers.
Let’s find out what we learned during NFL draft that ends on Saturday.
What we learned during the NFL draft. As the 2024 NFL Draft came to an end on Saturday, 257 players from all over the league were chosen by teams in the hopes of having a successful career ahead of them.
This year’s draft in Detroit drew a record 700,000 attendees, including 275,000 on the first day, surpassing the previous high of 600,000 set in Nashville five years prior.
Additionally, an unparalleled level of interest in quarterbacks and offensive players in general was evident among those there on Thursday.
Here are some things we learned from this year’s draft, ranging from the Chicago Bears picking USC quarterback Caleb Williams as the first choice to the New York Jets selecting Alabama cornerback Jaylen Key as the next “Mr. Irrelevant” at pick 257.
Five quarterbacks were chosen with the first 10 and six quarterbacks with the first 12 picks in the NFL Draft, respectively, for the first time in history.
Williams was chosen first by the Bears, as was to be expected, as a likely starter in the wake of Justin Fields’ departure.
The Washington Commanders then selected LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels, the 2023 Heisman Trophy winner, and the New England Patriots selected North Carolina’s Drake Maye, the third quarterback overall and chosen by the Patriots, as the third overall pick of the draft.
Signal callers were chosen with the first three picks for the fourth time in NFL history, but the excitement didn’t end there. The Denver Broncos, Atlanta Falcons, and Minnesota Vikings, respectively, selected Michael Penix Jr., J.J. McCarthy, and Bo Nix, capping an incredible first day for quarterbacks in the draft.
Many, including the camp of current quarterback Kirk Cousins, who inked a four-year, $180 million contract with the organization last month, were surprised that the Falcons selected Penix Jr. with the No. 8 pick.
“We were unaware that this would occur. After the pick was revealed, Mike McCartney, the agent for Cousins, told NFL Network Insider Mike Garafolo, “The truth is the entire league had no idea this was coming.” “We were not warned.” The Falcons called Kirk while they were in overtime. The first thing we heard was that. It was never discussed in conversation.
Following Nix, the New Orleans Saints selected Spencer Rattler of South Carolina at pick No. 150 overall in the quarterback selection.
The record for the longest stretch in NFL Draft history without a quarterback being selected was achieved by the 137 selections made between the first round on Thursday and the fifth round on Saturday.
Other Offensive Players Popular
Throughout the draft, there was a lot of interest in offensive players, and wide receivers and offensive linemen had particularly successful days.
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Over the three days, a record 55 linemen, 28 of which were offensive tackles, were taken, setting a record for the seven-round selection period, according to ESPN.
There would always be a strong market for this gifted group of wide receivers, and that proved to be the case. The first of 35 wide receivers to be drafted overall was Marvin Harrison Jr., the son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Marvin Harrison, who was selected by the Arizona Cardinals at pick No. 4.
The Bears and the New York Giants, respectively, selected Rome Odunze and Malik Nabers in the top 10, at No. 9 and No. 6. Four more picks were made in the first round, matching the record for the most ever.
Xavier Worthy, who will infuse the Kansas City Chiefs’ already explosive offense with lightning-fast speed, was one of them. With a time of 4.21 seconds earlier in March, the Texas wide receiver broke the record for the quickest 40-yard dash in NFL Combine history.
Patrick Mahomes expressed gratitude for the news by replying to the pick on social media platform X with a smile and running emojis. The quarterback for the Chiefs seems content with BYU offensive tackle Kingsley Suamataia, his team’s second pick.
“I adore Veach Man!” Mahomes referred Brett Veach, the general manager of the Chiefs, in a post on X, formerly Twitter.
The Denver Broncos reunited with quarterback Nix when they selected Oregon wide receiver Troy Franklin as the 102nd overall choice in the fourth round of the NFL.
The Ducks selected four players in ten picks after that, setting off a frenzy of selections. With eight picks overall—five of which came in the fourth round alone—the school set a new record for the program.
Defensive Players Show Patience
More teams focused on strengthening their defenses on Friday after offensive players took center stage on the first selection day.
Following a successful season at UCLA, defensive end Laiatu Latu became the first player taken at No. 15 by the Indianapolis Colts—the latest selection for a first defensive pick in history.
With 20 picks in the second round—the most in a single round since 2016—defense players gained popularity. Clemson defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro was selected by the Falcons, who had been predicted to select a defensive player with their first pick.
After offensive players dominated the first selection day, more clubs on Friday concentrated on bolstering their defenses.
Defensive end Laiatu Latu was the first player selected by the Indianapolis Colts at No. 15 after having a stellar season at UCLA. This was the most recent defensive choice in team history.
Defense players gained popularity with 20 picks in the second round, the highest in a single round since 2016. The Falcons, who were expected to select a defensive player with their first pick, chose Clemson defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro.
Key becomes Latest ‘Mr. Irrelevant’
With the final pick of this year’s draft, the New York Jets selected Alabama safety Jaylen Key, gaining the nickname “Mr. Irrelevant” for the player.
Being selected as the final player during the three-day event was all that excited Key, who was thrilled to be the Jets’ first Mr. Irrelevant selection since 1969.
It is implied by the term that it signifies everything. Key told reporters, “You just have to take it and lean into it.” “I will be leaning into every aspect of it for myself.”
Since Brock Purdy led the San Francisco 49ers to the Super Bowl just two years after being selected as the final draft pick, the moniker “Mr. Irrelevant” has garnered increased attention.
Every year since 1976, the final player chosen has been honored with a trip to Disneyland during Irrelevant Week in California.
Key continued, “We’re going to make something shake, for sure. We have some shoes to fill behind Brock.”
Iraqi tiktoker Om Fahad, Murdered Outside her residence in Baghdad.
Iraqi tiktoker Om Fahad, also known as Ghufran Sawadi, murdered tragically in front of her home in the country’s capital, Baghdad.
International media agencies have reported that Om Fahad was ambushed as she was leaving her home by an unidentified motorbike attacker. She was fatally shot by the assailant after they opened fire on her.
The shocking announcement of Om Fahad’s passing sparked a great deal of criticism on social media. With the goal of apprehending the offenders, the Iraqi Interior Ministry has launched an inquiry into the events leading up to her death.
Om Fahad became well-known on TikTok by creating dancing videos, which attracted a sizable fan base. Her internet persona was tainted, nonetheless, by legal issues, especially with regard to material that was thought to be immoral.
Furthermore, it has been reported that Om Fahad was involved in disputes with Dalia Naeem, another prominent figure on social media in Iraq. Naeem was said to have threatened to reveal Fahad’s alleged connections to senior Iraqi officials.
Om Fahad was sentenced to six months in prison last year for publishing content that was deemed indecent. This episode is indicative of larger initiatives by Iraqi officials to suppress social media content that they view as violating their country’s values and customs.
The Iraqi government formed an Interior Ministry committee to keep an eye out for inappropriate content on websites like TikTok and YouTube in response to growing concerns. Several TikTok influencers were arrested as part of this campaign, however they were later freed.
Artificial Intelligence AI will used by Punjab govt to Monitor traffic.
Punjab provincial government plans to include artificial intelligence (AI) into its Monitor systems, thereby transforming traffic management.
The administration has made a major step in the region’s approach to law enforcement and traffic control by announcing intentions to implement AI-based detection systems for detecting traffic offenses.
The program promises to use Artificial Intelligence technology to identify a variety of violations, such as failing to wear a helmet, incorrect lane usage, and disobedience of traffic signals. The government hopes to increase the effectiveness of identifying and punishing criminals while also promoting a safer driving environment by utilizing AI’s capabilities.
This project offers a more precise and efficient way to monitor and enforce traffic laws, departing from traditional law enforcement techniques.
Authorities can quickly and accurately identify infractions thanks to AI’s ability to handle enormous volumes of data in real time, which improves overall road safety and compliance.
60-year-old Alejandra of Argentina won the Miss Universe 2024 Crown.
A foreign news agency has announced Alejandra Marisa as the winner of Miss Universe Buenos Aires 2024. She is the first woman in the history of the beauty pageant who is 60 years old.
In May 2024, Alejandra will compete in the Miss Universe Argentina pageant as the representative of Buenos Aires. She says that I am very excited for a new start in beauty pageants.
The 60-year-old woman said that a new era of women’s values and physical attractiveness is beginning. “I think the judges saw my confidence and passion,” she said, expressing her joy at being the spokesperson for the generation.
It should be noted that Alejandra Marisa, who is a writer and lawyer by profession, belongs to La Plata, the capital of Buenos Aires Province, Argentina.
Videos posted on social media showcase her tenacity as she prepares to compete in the forthcoming national Miss Universe Argentina selection, scheduled for May 2024, where she will represent Buenos Aires.
If Rodriguez wins, she will raise the Argentine flag on the international platform at the Miss Universe World pageant, which takes place in Mexico on September 28, 2024.
“I’m thrilled to represent this new paradigm in beauty pageants because we’re inaugurating a new stage where women embody not only physical beauty but also a distinct set of values,” she told the press following her victory.
The Miss Universe organization declared last year that there will be no upper age limit for contestants. This year, any female above the age of eighteen is eligible to compete. Originally, only women between the ages of 18 and 28 were eligible to compete in the pageant.
World Central Kitchen (WCK) will resume operations in the Gaza Strip.
Month after an Israeli air strike killed seven employees of the US-based charity, World Central Kitchen (WCK) will resume operations in the Gaza Strip.
Before suspending its activities, the WCK had provided approximately 43 million meals to Gaza residents since October, which, according to its own estimates, was 62 percent of all aid provided by foreign NGOs.
The nonprofit claimed that in addition to sending trucks from Jordan to Gaza, it has 276 vehicles loaded with over 8 million food equivalents that are prepared to cross the Rafah crossing.
The charity’s CEO, Erin Gore, stated that the humanitarian crisis in Gaza is still grave. We are returning to work with the same vigor, respect, and determination to feed as many people as we can.
The deaths on April 1 provoked strong criticism and calls for an explanation from the US and other supporters of Israel.
Israel said its inquiry found serious mistakes and procedural violations by its military, firing two senior officers and reprimanding senior commanders.
WCK is demanding an independent investigation.
Israel’s six-month war against Hamas in Gaza began after the militant group’s attack in southern Israel on October 7, when more than 250 hostages were taken and nearly 1,200 people were killed.
According to Palestinian health officials, Israel’s aggression has resulted in more than 34,000 deaths and created a humanitarian crisis for the enclave’s more than two million residents.
“We have to decide whether to stop feeding altogether during one of the biggest hunger crises,” Gore added. Or continue to feed, knowing that civilians, aid workers and aid are being killed or intimidated.
These are the most difficult negotiations, and we must consider all perspectives when making decisions. In the end, we came to the conclusion that we have to keep feeding people and fulfill our purpose of being there to deliver food to people when they need it.
