Indian customs intercepted baggage containing dozens of animals, including snakes and a chameleon.The Indian Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs announced the incident in a social media post on Sunday."Indian Customs : Guardians of wildlife!" the agency wrote in a post detailing the interception.US BORDER AUTHORITIES REPORT INCREASE IN EGG SMUGGLING ATTEMPTS AS POULTRY PRICES SOAR AMID INFLATIONCustoms confiscated 22 snakes and a chameleon from a checked bag at an airport in Chennai.The snakes were of various species and arrived on a flight from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.FRANCE'S GUARDIANS OF CHAMPAGNE DESTROY 2,300 CANS OF MILLER HIGH LIFE: 'THE CHAMPAGNE OF BEERS'The animals were seized from the traveler under the 1972 Wildlife Protection Act.The Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs released video of the incident, which shows the snakes contained in plastic tubs and bins.GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HEREFootage from the interception shows Indian customs officials pulling the snakes out of their containers and handling them on the floor of the airport.Read more of this story from FOX Business. .

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'Leave it alone': Yellowstone issues warning after tourists place baby elk in car, drive to police station

Two bull elk grazing in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming, USA. Their antlers are still in velvet as they grow and develop..

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Kittens rescued in Tennessee may lose eyes, rescue says

Several kittens rescued in Tennessee may lose their eyes. (Credit: True Rescue) MT. JULIET, Tenn. - Multiple kittens may lose their eyes after being rescued in Tennessee, a rescue organization said. True Rescue in Mt.

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Biden set to sign debt ceiling bill Saturday, dodging default deadline

President Joe Biden is expected to sign legislation on Saturday to raise the debt ceiling, dodging Monday's deadline when the Treasury warned that the United States would start running short of cash to pay all its bills.The bipartisan measure, passed by the House on Wednesday and the Senate on Thursday, averts the potential of an unprecedented government default that would have rocked the U.S. and global economies.

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Tennessee's anti-drag law struck down as too broad, too vague

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - A federal judge says Tennessee’s first-in-the-nation law designed to place strict limits on drag shows is unconstitutional.In a 70-page ruling handed down late Friday night, U.S. District Judge Thomas Parker wrote that the law was both "unconstitutionally vague and substantially overbroad." He also added that the statute encouraged "discriminatory enforcement.""There is no question that obscenity is not protected by the First Amendment.

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West Virginia state trooper shot and killed, suspect arrested

West Virginia State Trooper Cory Maynard was shot and killed in the line of duty (WVAH) A state police officer was fatally shot Friday in southern West Virginia, and a suspect later was arrested, authorities said.Sgt. Cory Maynard was killed in the shooting, Gov.

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Chinese warship nearly hits U.S. destroyer in Taiwan Strait during joint Canada-U.S. mission

A Chinese warship came within 150 yards of hitting American destroyer USS Chung-Hoon, during a rare joint Canada-U.S. mission sailing through the Taiwan Strait, the latest aggressive military move from Beijing in the South China Sea.

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'Go big or go home': Largest pride flag in Philadelphia history unveiled ahead of march Sunday

PHILADELPHIA - It's Pride Month, and Philadelphia is showing theirs with a massive, record-breaking symbol as the city gets ready to celebrate this weekend.A custom 200-foot Pride Flag crafted by local artists in Pennsylvania was unveiled on Good Day Philadelphia Friday morning.The massive flag took over part of Independence National Historical Park as its vibrant colors marched across the lawn."A big pride flag for a big community that’s spreading big love around the city for Pride Month," said Tyrell Brown, executive director of Pride 365. "Go big or home Philadelphia."MORE HEADLINES:The flag will make its next appearance during Philadelphia's "Love, Light and Liberation" Pride Parade, which kicks off at 10:30 a.m.

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What's known about the missing ER doctor found dead in Arkansas

John Forsyth (Cassville, Missouri Police Department) A doctor in the Missouri Ozarks went missing for over a week until his body was found in an Arkansas lake. But the case remains shrouded in mystery as investigators have released few details to his family or the public.Dr.

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Young woman rushed to hospital after 3 cars collide in Port Richmond, police say

PHILADELPHIA - An early morning crash on a street in Port Richmond sent at least one victim to a local hospital Saturday.Three cars collided on the 3200 block of Tulip Street shortly before 3 a.m.Police say a 20-year-old woman was transported to a local hospital for her injuries, but her condition is not known at this time.MORE HEADLINES:No other injuries were reported, and police have yet to release details on what led to the three-car crash.

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Flatiron Wildfire: Crews work to protect homes as uncontained fire sparks in Burlington County

BURLINGTON COUNTY, N.J. - A new major wildfire is threatening several homes in Burlington County, prompting a large response from local emergency crews Saturday morning.The Flatiron Wildfire is currently 0 percent contained as it reaches 100 acres near Elderberry Drive and Jackson Road in Medford.Fire crews have started backfiring operations in an effort to protect homes in the area.MORE HEADLINES:Twenty residential structures are currently threatened by the fire, according to the New Jersey Forest Fire Service. Medford-Jackson Road is also closed until further notice.This wildfire is just about 40 miles away from the Allen Road Fire that erupted just days ago in Tuckerton, and has torched thousands of acres.

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Next G20 health meeting to focus on global health priorities

New Delhi: The upcoming thirdrd health working group meeting, part of the G20 India Presidency, will center around global health priorities, said Lav Agarwal, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, said on Saturday. The meeting, set to commence in Hyderabad from 4 June, aims to address the key concerns of the G20 Health Track, with a particular focus on research and innovation in the health sector, including pharmaceuticals, vaccines, therapeutics, and diagnostics.

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India sees drop in daily Covid-19 cases, Omicron variant subsiding

NEW DELHI: India witnessed a notable decline in new Covid-19 cases over the past 24 hours, with only 234 infections reported, according to the Union Health Ministry’s statement on Saturday. This decline comes after a recent surge in cases caused by the XBB.1.16 Omicron variant. The number of active cases has decreased to 3,502, while the country has registered a loss of 5,31,878 lives since the pandemic’s onset.

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Cabins destroyed in northern Alberta wildfire: ‘I’m terribly sorry’

Billy-Joe Tuccaro, the chief of Mikisew Cree First Nation, said four homes have been destroyed by the wildfire that’s burning near Fort Chipewyan in northern Alberta.

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Hundreds claim they may have lost winning ticket for $70M Lotto Max prize as deadline looms

Hundreds of people have contacted the Ontario Lottery Gaming Corporation (OLG) to claim they might be the owner of a $70-million Lotto Max prize set to expire later this month.

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NHS whistleblower slams health board boss at infection scandal hospital over 'toxic culture'

A health board boss is alleged to have referred to a “war” with the parents of children who became ill in the hospital infection scandal.

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'We have no fire suppression': Mercer County copes with no water pressure as utility works to repair pump

ROBBINSVILLE, N.J. - Water woes are continuing for communities in Mercer County. It’s been nearly 12 hours since a water supply emergency was called and authorities say the problems may last through the weekend.The water is clean to drink, there’s just not enough of it. Faucet and hoses down to a trickle in places like Hamilton and Robbinsville."It’s been a bit low in terms of pressure over the last couple of days," Robbinsville resident, Vivek Koul, said.

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Search for missing climbers continue at Alaska's Denali National Park

Clouds partially obscure Denali, the highest mountain peak in North America, as seen from inside Denali National Park, Alaska, on September 22, 2022. (Photo by Patrick T.

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16-year-old shot and killed in Berks County, officials say

Police lights file/generic READING, Pa. - Reading police are investigating a shooting that killed a 16-year-old boy over the weekend. On Saturday at around 6 p.m., police responded to Greenwich and Birch streets in Reading where authorities say they found a deceased 16-year-old on the sidewalk. An investigation revealed that the victim and three other males were walking on Greenwich Street towards a corner store when an unknown shooter fired shots in their direction, striking the 16-year-old.MORE HEADLINES Police are asking anyone with information to contact the Crime Alert Berks County anonymous tip line at (877)-373-9913.

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Take a look at King Charles and Queen Camilla's official coronation portraits

King Charles III and Queen Camilla on the balcony of Buckingham Palace following the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla on May 06, 2023 in London, England. The Coronation of Charles III and his wife, Camilla, as King and Queen of the Un LONDON - It's certainly a new era in the United Kingdom after King Charles III was officially coronated over the weekend and the Royal Family debuted his official portrait Monday along with Queen Camilla's"The first official portrait of His Majesty The King following his Coronation on 6th May.," The Royal Family tweeted. The photograph shows King Charles III wearing his crown dressed in full royal regalia while holding Sovereign's Orb and Sovereign's Sceptre with Cross.Charles was crowned Saturday at Westminster Abbey, in a ceremony steeped in ancient ritual and brimming with bling at a time when the monarchy is striving to remain relevant in a fractured modern Britain.RELATED: King’s coronation: Splash and dash showers could rank supreme in first ceremony in 70 yearsAt a coronation with displays of royal power straight out of the Middle Ages, Charles was given an orb, a sword and scepter and had the solid gold, bejeweled St.

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North Philadelphia school placed on lockdown after gun found in boy's bathroom, police say

SKYFOX flew over the E. Washington Rhodes School, which was placed on lockdown after a gun was found inside. PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating an incident at a North Philadelphia school that resulted in a lockdown. Authorities say the incident happened at the E Washington Rhodes School on W Clearfield Street in the North Philadelphia section of the city. Police say a firearm was found in the boy's bathroom inside the school. Law enforcement is also investigating the possibility of the gun being discharged on the first floor of the school building, according to officials. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESAuthorities say there are no reported injuries at this time, but the firearm was recovered. The school remains on lockdown, according to police. This is a developing story.

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Officials: 3-story building collapses in North Philadelphia, sends 3 to the hospital

PHILADELPHIA - Officials are investigating a building collapse in Philadelphia that left three people injured. Authorities say the three-story building collapsed in the area of Germantown Avenue and Ontario Street just after 10 p.m. According to police, medics transported one man and two women to a local hospital for treatment after they were hit by bricks.MORE LOCAL HEADLINESNo additional information was released by authorities. The cause of the collapse remains under investigation, per police.

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Colorado homebuyer discovers snakes in walls as she moves in: 'I'm petrified'

Centennial, Colorado, discovered a dangerous surprise inside her family's new house.Upon moving into her new Netherlands Circle home in April, she discovered the structure was infested with snakes."I was unpacking in here, and one of my dogs crouched down and started walking over to this corner really slow, so I was like, ‘What is it, buddy?’" said homeowner Amber Hall, according to FOX 31..SPRING HOMEBUYERS TO CONTINUE FACING INVENTORY WOES"I thought maybe it was a spider, whatever. I came over and as I came over I saw the snake slither up the wall," Hall said.

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Officials: Delaware man arrested, charged with 9th DUI

(Delaware State Police)DOVER, Del. - A Delaware man was arrested Saturday on a 9th DUI charge in Dover.Officials with Delaware State Police say 44-year-old Christopher Harris, of Cheswold, was seen by a trooper in a pickup truck heading north on South Dupont Highway Saturday afternoon, around 4:15.The trooper observed Harris at the wheel swerving on the road, cross into the other lane and change lanes without using a turn signal multiple times.The trooper pulled Harris over and smelled alcohol on Harris’ breath. The trooper also noted signs of impairment in Harris and saw open alcoholic drinks in the truck.MORE HEADLINES:Harris was then taken into custody.A computer check saw Harris had a suspended license and eight other DUI convictions.Harris is being charged with 7th Offense or Greater DUI and other traffic offenses.

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Twitter's new blue check rules expose election offices to spoof accounts

on Twitter used to be easy. The account for the city commissioners who run elections, @phillyvotes, was the only one carrying a blue check mark, a sign of authenticity.But ever since the social media platform overhauled its verification service last month, the check mark has disappeared.

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California man drives to Utah to kill brother, set house on fire, officials say

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Florida Walmart employee shoots, kills customer trying to break up fight

An off-duty Walmart employee is accused of killing a good Samaritan who stepped in between him and another Walmart employee during a dispute, Florida law enforcement officials said Wednesday.

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Officials: Vineland officer-involved shooting injures armed man

VINELAND, N.J. - The Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office has announced an investigation into an officer-involved shooting that injured one man, said to be armed.According to officials, the shooting happened Friday, just after 11:15 in the morning, on the 500 block of East Birch Street, in Vineland.A Vineland officer was dispatched to the address where he encountered a 28-year-old man armed with a large knife, according to authorities.The armed man reportedly moved on the officer and a separate civilian at the location, resulting in injuries to the civilian.

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Alberta wildfires: Ottawa on standby to help as flames rage across province

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Officials: Atlantic City man found guilty of stalking, sending threatening messages to NJ judge

Nathaniel Russell, 59, of Atlantic City, New Jersey EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, N.J. - An Atlantic City man has been found guilty of stalking and threatening a New Jersey judge, officials say. After a three-day trial, a jury found Nathaniel Russell, 59, of Atlantic City, guilty of two counts of second-degree terroristic threats, one count of stalking and related charges, according to the municipal court. Authorities say from August 2021 to April 2022, Russell left violent and threatening messages for former Egg Harbor Township Municipal Court Judge Marc Nehmad. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESAccording to officials, Russell also stalked Nehmad for more than eight months. His sentencing is scheduled for June 7, 2023.

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Morgan Wallen Shares Health Update Before Returning To The Stage Following Cancelled Show Backlash

Morgan Wallen shared a health update on Thursday before returning to the stage after falling ill earlier this month.

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Uber X Share service returning to Philadelphia, other major cities

PHILADELPHIA - Uber is expanding its shared ride program to Philadelphia and four other cities. The Uber X Share option will be available in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, Miami and Nashville in the next few weeks. The program was halted in 2020 due to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions but has since relaunched in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Phoneix, San Diego, Portland, Indianapolis and Pittsburgh. The Uber X Share option will allow riders to receive 20% off the total fare if they are matched with a co-rider along the way. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESUber says the share option is also better for the environment as it will help cut down on the use of gas and emissions per passenger. "At Uber, we know affordability is important to making transportation more accessible for more people – especially in the current economic climate," the company said. "Offering more affordable products isn’t just good for customers, it helps build out an ecosystem of affordable, multi-modal transportation – from shared rides, to micromobility, to public transit, which continues to be a powerful ally to Uber.

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Police: Man found gunned down in Wissinoming alley

Philadelphia police officers responded to the 4300 block of Deveraux Street, where a man was found gunned down in an alley. PHILADELPHIA - A man's shooting death in Philadelphia is under investigation, law enforcement authorities say. According to police, the shooting occurred on the 4300 block of Deveraux Street in the city's Wissinoming section early Thursday morning. The homicide unit confirmed they are investigating a fatal shooting in the area after a man was found shot to death in an alley. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESNo additional details were made available about the victim or circumstances surrounding the shooting. This is a developing story.

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Sheriff: Indiana teacher stalked teen student, sent nearly 600 text messages

Paige Simon (Credit: Decatur County Sheriff's Office) GREENSBURG, Ind. - An Indiana teacher has been charged with stalking a student, sending him nearly 600 lewd messages. The Decatur County Sheriff’s Department said 28-year-old Paige Simon of Osgood has been charged with stalking, official misconduct and battery. In a probable cause statement obtained by FOX Television Stations, authorities said they were alerted to the alleged crime by the victim's father. The victim is now 18 years old but was 15 at the time of the alleged incident.SHARED: Man charged in Harvard bomb threats, Bitcoin extortion schemeThe father said his son had been receiving inappropriate text messages from a teacher at South Decatur High School. The student later told the school staff and authorities that Simon had at one point reached for his cell phone and her hand lingered in the groin area.

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New video shows suspect after man found dead inside car in 2022 North Philadelphia homicide

PHILADELPHIA - The body of a man was found inside a burnt vehicle last year, and now police are searching for a suspect they say was caught on video.Two vehicles were engulfed in flames when emergency crews arrived on the 3500 block of 10th Street one morning in November 2022.After firefighters extinguished the blaze, they found the remains of a man inside one of the vehicles.

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Officials: Suspect being chased by police crashes into cruiser on I-676 in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA - A police chase through Philadelphia ended on a highway after a suspect crashed into police, officials say. According to authorities, police began chasing a suspect in the area of 8th and Vine Streets on Wednesday morning around 1:30 a.m. FOX 29 learned the driver of the vehicle was believed to be involved in a crime, but police have not officially said what they were investigating. Officials say as the suspect was being pursued, the car began going the wrong way and crashed into a cruiser on I-676 eastbound.MORE LOCAL HEADLINESThe suspect was taken into custody after the incident, police say. No police officers were injured in the crash, according to law enforcement officials. There is no word on if the suspect sustained any injuries in the crash. The crash temporarily restricted a lane on the highway, which has since been reopened. This is a developing story.

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Oklahoma family found slaughtered during search for missing teens, sex offender

During a search for two teenage girls reported missing with an adult male sex offender, Oklahoma police turned up a grim scene at a rural property near the town of Henryetta: seven dead bodies.

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‘Invasion of privacy’: Women say they found a hidden camera in bathroom of B.C. Airbnb

Airbnb.Vancouver resident Jamie Gladman booked a place on the Sunshine Coast in March for her 30th birthday and she needed a place that could accommodate a large group.“It had about 15 (reviews), but it was really good ratings,” she told Global News. “So I just figured it’s a newer place, but like it has good reviews, good ratings.

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Body of missing 8-year-old girl found in Maskwacis, Alta., 3rd suspect charged

Global News sources confirm the body of an 8-year-old girl who went missing from west Edmonton earlier this week has been found in Maskwacis, Alta.

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