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Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Military drill footage misrepresented as China airdropping aid into Gaza
"CHINESE cargo plane, with full protection escort, bringing food aid to 60,000 families in Gaza - entering through Egypt," reads an X post published May 17, 2025. The post shares a video of a large military aircraft flanked by fighter jets as the squadron passes over the Giza pyramids. The video circulated online as Palestinians scrambled for basic supplies after Israel imposed a near-total blockade on March 2. Israel resumed military operations in Gaza on March 18 after talks to prolong a ceasefire stalled. It briefly allowed nine trucks carrying basic aid into the besieged territory on May 19, but humanitarian groups have said the amount falls far short of what is required to ease the crisis (archived link). The video purporting to show Chinese cargo planes delivering aid to Gaza spread widely on Facebook, X, and TikTok in Burmese and Chinese. Although China delivered aid to Gaza through Egypt in March 2024, the footage shared online is unrelated (archived link). The clip actually shows a joint military exercise between China and Egypt that ran from April to May 2025. Reverse image and keyword searches on Google found a matching Instagram video published May 17 (archived link). The footage was uploaded by an account that posts various clips related to military drills and air shows. "For the first time ever, Chinese and Egyptian fighter jets took to the skies in a powerful display of military cooperation during the joint exercise Eagles of Civilization 2025. Held in Egypt from April 19 to May 4, this landmark drill featured China's cutting-edge J-10C jets, KJ-500 surveillance aircraft, and YU-20 refuelers in full force," the caption reads. Subsequent keyword searches on Google found a Facebook post published May 17 by an account linked to Egypt's State Information Service (SIS) that details the joint exercise (archived link). The post includes matching images of the squadron's flight over the Giza pyramids. SIS said on their website that the military exercise occurred in April and continued for several days (archived link). China's Ministry of National Defense also released a statement about the conclusion of the joint exercise on May 8, sharing a video of its aircraft flying over the pyramids (archived link).
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Sask. Opposition trumpets report criticizing social assistance programs
Saskatchewan's Opposition NDP says the provincial government needs to rethink its Saskatchewan Income Support (SIS) program after a new report found that some users feel the service failed to meet their basic needs. "We need to fix SIS urgently," said NDP social services critic Brent Blakley at a news conference Tuesday. For the report, the Saskatoon Poverty Reduction Partnership spoke with 35 users of the SIS or Saskatchewan Assured Income for Disability (SAID) programs, along with 55 community service providers who often work with people using these programs. The survey found "widespread dissatisfaction and significant gaps in meeting basic needs," according to the report. Many of the people reported that the benefits these programs provide are not adequate to support basic needs, such as rent for housing, food and utilities. Many also pointed to a concern over financial pressures placed on income support clients. The chief issue raised was a call for the province to reinstate direct payments for rent and utilities to landlords and utility companies, an issue that has been raised continuously since the change away from that system, according to the report. "The SIS program, designed to help people in crisis is now pushing them over the edge. We've heard from shelters, from housing workers, from community agencies they move away from direct payment has failed," Blakely said. In a statement, Social Services Minister Terry Jenson defended the government's changes to the SIS program. Jenson said the ministry does directly pay rent and utilities, "for Saskatchewan Income Support (SIS) clients who require it." He also noted that the SIS monthly benefit has increased four years in a row, with the most recent increase if two per cent coming into effect in May as part of the most recent provincial budget. Critics have said that increase is not nearly enough to assist those living on the edge of poverty. Homelessness in Saskatoon The NDP also drew a line between support for those in poverty and the growing number of homeless people in Saskatoon. The latest point-in-time count in the city found that on a particular day in 2024, there were 1,499 people experiencing homelessness. That's nearly nearly triple the number reported in 2022. "This isn't just a number. These are people, families, seniors, youth sleeping in cars, in tents or on the street and this didn't happen overnight. It's the direct result of government choices," said NDP housing critic April ChiefCalf. ChiefCalf said the province has allowed housing costs to rapidly increase while refusing to fix vacant housing units owned by the Saskatchewan Housing Corporation. That's left thousands of units across the province damaged and empty, Chiefcalf said. A report by the provincial auditor released last year found the Saskatchewan Housing Corporation owned approximately 3,000 units in Regina. The report said that of the 534 units vacant in the province's capital, 364 were out of service and needing repair. At that same time, 404 households were waiting for social housing units. Minister Jenson said this year's provincial budget will begin to address the issue of provincial-owned housing, with $9.2 million in spending going to multi-year repair and renovation projects to 285 Saskatchewan Housing Corporation units, including 44 units at Westview Place in Saskatoon.
Business Upturn
5 days ago
- Health
- Business Upturn
What was Virat Kohli having during the IPL match? SIS energy bar decoded – price, ingredients, and performance benefits
By Aditya Bhagchandani Published on May 27, 2025, 13:18 IST During a recent IPL match, star cricketer Virat Kohli was spotted tearing into what looked like a performance nutrition supplement. The image, now viral, confirms that Kohli was consuming the SIS GO Energy bar, a popular fuel source among endurance athletes and sportspersons worldwide. What is SIS GO Energy? SIS (Science in Sport) is a UK-based performance nutrition brand trusted by elite athletes. The GO Energy bar range is designed to provide a rapid and sustained energy boost, ideal during high-intensity sports like cricket, football, and cycling. These bars are hand-rolled, made with natural fruit ingredients, and come in multiple flavours and types. The brand offers both carbohydrate-only energy bars and GO Energy + Protein bars for enhanced muscle recovery. Available types and flavours of SIS Energy bars: GO Energy Mini Bars – 30 Pack Flavours: 5 options Price: From €45.00 (approx ₹4,050) With account: €40.50 (~₹3,640) Ideal for quick fuelling during breaks or intense innings. SIS GO Energy Bakes – 12 Pack Flavours: 4 options (Strawberry, Lemon, etc.) Price: From €25.00 (approx ₹2,250) With account: €22.50 (~₹2,030) These offer a soft bake texture with a jam-like energy centre. Beta Fuel Energy Chews Flavours: 4 options Price: From €16.50 (approx ₹1,490) With account: €13.20 (~₹1,190) Designed for endurance, providing steady-release carbohydrates. Why do athletes like Kohli use SIS? Quick carbohydrate boost for energy. Supports muscle recovery (in protein variants). Made from real fruit , not artificial sweeteners. Helps maintain performance levels during long matches. Kohli's choice of energy bar – SIS GO Energy – shows how professional athletes prioritize sports nutrition for performance, recovery, and focus. Whether you're an amateur athlete or fitness enthusiast, SIS offers a range of bars designed to meet your fuel needs. SIS Energy barVirat Kohli Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
AFP
5 days ago
- Politics
- AFP
Military drill footage misrepresented as China airdropping aid into Gaza
"CHINESE cargo plane, with full protection escort, bringing food aid to 60,000 families in Gaza - entering through Egypt," reads an X post published May 17, 2025. The post shares a video of a large military aircraft flanked by fighter jets as the squadron passes over the Giza pyramids. Image Screenshot taken May 23, 2025 of the false X post The video circulated online as Palestinians scrambled for basic supplies after Israel imposed a near-total blockade on March Israel resumed military operations in Gaza on March 18 after talks to prolong a ceasefire stalled. It briefly allowed nine trucks carrying basic aid into the besieged territory on May 19, but humanitarian groups have said the amount falls far short of what is required to ease the (archived link). The video purporting to show Chinese cargo planes delivering aid to Gaza on Facebook, X, and TikTok in Burmese and Chinese. Although China delivered aid to Gaza through Egypt in March 2024, the footage shared online is unrelated (archived link). The clip actually shows a joint military exercise between China and Egypt that ran from April to May 2025. Reverse image and keyword searches on Google found matching Instagram video published May 17 (archived link). Image Screenshot comparison of the false X post (L) and an Instagram post The footage was uploaded by an account that posts various clips related to military drills and air shows. "For the first time ever, Chinese and Egyptian fighter jets took to the skies in a powerful display of military cooperation during the joint exercise Eagles of Civilization 2025. Held in Egypt from April 19 to May 4, this landmark drill featured China's cutting-edge J-10C jets, KJ-500 surveillance aircraft, and YU-20 refuelers in full force," the caption reads. Subsequent keyword searches on Google found a Facebook post published May 17 by an account linked to Egypt's State Information Service (SIS) that details the joint exercise (archived link). The post includes matching images of the squadron's flight over the Giza pyramids. Image Screenshot comparison of the video in the false post (L) and the photo shared by Egypt State Information Service, with similarities highlighted by AFP SIS said on their website that the military exercise occurred in April and continued for several days (archived link). China's Ministry of National Defense also released a statement about the conclusion of the joint exercise on May 8, sharing a video of its aircraft flying over the pyramids (archived link).
The Hindu
22-05-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Hyderabad chapter of Sisters in Sweat kicks off with sessions in football, kickboxing, and more
On a Sunday morning, a group of women gather at Turfside, Hyderabad. They begin with a warm up and spend the next 90 minutes playing football. Not all of them are adept at the game. A coach guides them with the dos and don'ts. The women sportingly navigate the moves and by the end of the session, are a sweaty mess. The satisfaction of a morning well spent is unmistakable. It aligns with the objective with which the Hyderabad chapter of Sisters in Sweat kicked off a few weeks ago. In 2017, Sisters in Sweat (SIS) began in Bengaluru as a community to encourage women to participate in sports and fitness. Founded by Swetha Subbiah and Tanvie Hans, SIS is now a 10,000-plus community with a presence in Bengaluru, Mumbai, New Delhi and Hyderabad. The members participate in basketball, football, kickboxing, running, touch rugby, yoga, dance and other fitness activities. Zerodha-backed Rainmatter recently announced its decision to invest in SIS, giving it the scope to further its reach. Swetha confirms that the community is looking to expand to 10 cities by 2026. The beginning SIS began over a game of football with friends. Tanvie, a football player with the English Premier League, had moved back to Delhi and eventually to Bengaluru. Swetha, a Nike-certified fitness instructor, and Tanvie, met in 2016 during the Nike India promotional campaign 'Da da ding' and became friends. Shweta recounts, 'A friend who was keen to learn football requested Tanvie to conduct a session. Since it is a team sport, we called some of our friends, booked a ground and played the following Sunday.' Over breakfast, the women expressed their interest in regular meet-ups. A WhatsApp group was created immediately and the 17 women who participated in the game became members. At the time, Swetha and Tanvie did not realise they had created a unique community. 'Both of us had always been outgoing and participated in sports and fitness activities. We were not aware of the barriers until other women voiced their experiences. We realised there is a need to have women-only sessions and spaces,' says Swetha. It was a challenge to find certified female coaches, so SIS began roping in both male and female certified coaches for each sports and fitness sessions. The community grew in strength. SIS Hyderabad The Hyderabad chapter took shape when Anusha Rao, a former professional tennis player, showed interest. She had heard about SIS through friends in Bengaluru and approached Swetha. Anusha spread the word through her school and college friends, some of whom are in the corporate sector. Word-of-mouth publicity and social media resulted in a 250-strong community. SIS Hyderabad meets on Saturdays and Sundays, and aims to host sessions through the week as the community grows. The challenge is to find meet-up spots in a geographically-expanding city. 'Banjara and Jubilee Hills seem to be convenient for most members, even those from Secunderabad. Some do not mind Madhapur or Kondapur which are sports hubs. Gachibowli and the Financial District are further away. We are still studying the city to find out the areas of interest for women in fitness and sports and what would work geographically,' says Anusha. Anusha observes that while Frisbee evokes enthusiasm in Mumbai and Bengaluru, Hyderabad veers towards football, kickboxing, running, pickleball, and calisthenics. Each week, details of the meet-up are posted on the SIS website and the WhatsApp group. Interested members can register and pay a fee, which ranges from ₹300 to ₹1000, depending on the venue and the coaching requirement. Cracking the age barrier Coaching for aspiring runners has begun this month, apart from weekly football sessions. Plans are on to encourage women to have a holistic approach to sports and fitness, with strength training, flexibility, mandatory warmups and cool downs. Anusha observes that most participants in Hyderabad are in the 20s-to-40s age group. 'Fifty-plus age group is tougher to crack. We have also noticed that basketball and badminton might be tougher for those in their 40s and 50s with no prior sports experience, but there are other activities that can be explored.' Anusha is confident that 'playing a sport is the new method to socialising', and believes that more women would be keen if sessions could be held in neighbourhoods of the city. 'We want to be able to conduct sessions in every corner of Hyderabad, from Secunderabad to Tellapur.' As the Hyderabad chapter hopes to expand its reach, SIS has larger plans. Backed by Rainmatter's funding, Swetha hopes to conduct mass participatory events. Earlier this year, Bengaluru SIS hosted a run in which 2,000 women participated. 'Most of our regular sessions have up to 20 women participating, and in some cases go up to 100 to 150. A few guidelines we adhere to include making the sessions interactive to help participants break the ice and vibe with each other,' Swetha says. Sports and fitness are made less intimidating by playing fun music in the background, Swetha says. 'Coaches function more like friends. It is important for everyone to have a great time while indulging in sports and fitness.'
