Indo-Canadian Anita Anand, 58, becomes the minister of innovation, science, and industry in new Prime Minister Mark Carney's cabinet, while Delhi-born Kamal Khera, 36, is the minister of health. Carney, formerly a central banker, was sworn in with a smaller cabinet of 24 members, including 13 men and 11 women.
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British counter-terrorism police are investigating a massive fire at an electrical substation near Heathrow Airport, speculating possible Russian sabotage. The fire disrupted over 1,300 flights, affecting nearly 291,000 passengers. Experts suggest Russian involvement, hinting at parallels with previous incidents. Authorities have not found conclusive evidence, but MI5 is reportedly scrutinising the incident owing to national security concerns.
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