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Chinese health authorities have provided data on an increase in respiratory illnesses and reported clusters of pneumonia in children, stating that no unusual or novel pathogens have been detected. The World Health Organization (WHO) had requested this information after reports from the Program for Monitoring Emerging Diseases (ProMED) mentioned undiagnosed pneumonia in children in north China. The increase in respiratory illnesses is believed to be linked to the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions and the circulation of known pathogens like mycoplasma pneumoniae. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/IzcVlR4

US seeks swift extradition of Nestor Isidro Perez Salas, alias 'El Nini,' accused of leading security for Sinaloa Cartel faction headed by sons of Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman. Perez Salas, captured by Mexican National Guard, is viewed as ruthless drug figure. US Attorney General Garland thanks Mexican authorities for the arrest and seeks extradition to US. Perez Salas faces charges including drug trafficking, possession of weapons, and witness retaliation. $3 million reward offered for his arrest. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/1QXP5Ll

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CSX confirmed that the chemical fire caused by a Kentucky train derailment has been extinguished. The train derailed in Livingston, prompting the evacuation of residents. The fire was caused by molten sulfur, which resulted in the release of sulfur dioxide gas. Although air monitoring equipment was deployed, results have not yet been released. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency and assured the affected residents that they will receive assistance. CSX has also promised to cover the costs of evacuation and provide Thanksgiving dinner. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/FL9z1Me

An earthquake of magnitude 4.5 struck Nepal early Thursday morning, with no reported casualties. This comes as Nepal is still recovering from a 6.4 magnitude earthquake that occurred on November 3, which left 157 dead and scores injured. India has been providing emergency aid to Nepal, sending medical equipment and relief materials, in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Neighbourhood First Policy." India has already sent over 34 tonnes of emergency relief materials to Nepal. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/HXUeS3n

Sundar Nagarajan, the Indian citizen accused of helping to fund Lebanese terrorist group Hezbollah, has out of the blue consented to his extradition to the US. Nagarajan (66), who was born in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, and now a retired accountant living in the UK since 2016, is accused by the US of being involved in a vast money laundering and sanctions evasion network which facilitated the payment, shipment, and delivery of cash, diamonds, art, and luxury goods for the benefit of Nazem Ahmad, alleged to launder money through his companies for Hezbollah. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/YIoEBQd

S-Canada border crossings near Niagara Falls were closed Wednesday as terrorism investigators responded to a vehicle explosion at Rainbow Bridge, local and state authorities said. The cause of the incident was not immediately clear but New York Governor Kathy Hochul said state police and the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force were monitoring all points of entry into the state. Ron Rienas, of the Buffalo and Fort Erie Public Bridge Authority, told ABC News all four bridges connecting the two countries over the Niagara River have been closed. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/CPbHfBW