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Ecuador Court Decriminalizes Euthanasia After Patient’s Lawsuit

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Ecuador Court Decriminalizes Euthanasia After Patient's Lawsuit

Euthanasia or assisted death of a terminally ill person has been a subject of debate, and many religious and social aspects come into play. Ecuador has become the second nation after Colombia in South America to decriminalize Euthanasia. The ruling was given by the top court in Ecuador after a lawsuit by a terminally ill patient who wanted to end her life honorably.

The topic of Euthanasia has been a subject of debate, and many countries, which include Uruguay and Chile, are debating the subject. Colombia has already legalized euthanasia, while Mexico has in place what is known as a “good death” law, which lets the patient or their family opt out of life support.

Ecuador’s Euthanasia Decision

Ecuador’s Constitutional Court took up a lawsuit of a terminally ill patient who wanted a doctor to end her life in an honorable manner. The lawsuit wanted the court to effect a waiver of homicide charges on the doctor who would perform active euthanasia on the patient so that she could have a dignified end to her life. The lawsuit argued that the patient was already proceeding to an inevitable death and was in a terminal stage. Therefore, the patient wanted to end his life in a dignified manner.

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The patient who brought forth the lawsuit was a woman named Paola Roldan, suffering from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is a chronic and progressive neurological disease that is untreatable and leads to complete paralysis of the body. Paola Roldan was bedridden but wanted an end to her suffering and demanded euthanasia or assisted death. However, as per the Ecuadorian penal code, homicide could invite a sentence of between 10 and 13 years in prison. If a doctor performs euthanasia, he could face homicide charges.

Roldan contended that she wanted an end to her suffering, which was very painful and cruel. Roldan, who is bedridden, participated in the court proceedings via a video link.

In a broken voice with her face behind an oxygen mask, she added it is not a fight to die since she knows that she is dying but how to do it in a dignified manner.

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After hearing the arguments, the court of Ecuador, which is a conservative, majority-Catholic nation, ruled that it would be irrational to force anyone to stay alive, especially in a terminal state. Every human being can make his decision which includes an option to die honorably if he or she is in a terminal state.

The court also ordered the Ecuadorian Health Ministry to make rules and regulations within two months. The Ombudsman’s office has been directed to draft a bill on euthanasia within six months and after it is approved by Congress, it will become a law within one year.

However, Roldan’s lawyers said that the rulings are immediately enforceable. Roldan also tweeted that the fruits of labor are not available immediately and it is akin to someone who plants a tree but its shade will be enjoyed by others in the future. Roldan’s father, however, had mixed emotions, and he said that his daughter has been able to achieve a historic event but the outcome will be the death of his daughter.

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However, there is no dearth of detractors and the most vocal critic has been Martha Cecilia Villafuerte, founder and national director of Familia Ecuador who felt that the Constitutional Court has exceeded its limits beyond the purview of the constitution and used a person with a terminal disease to request access to Euthanasia. She dubbed the ruling as a blow against the human dignity and constitutional rights of Ecuadorians. Seven out of nine judges have decided that a terminally ill person can end his life with the help of another person rather than getting all the health care, with all the medical care he or she deserves.

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Bank of America Associate Dies with Acute Coronary Artery Thrombus

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Bank of America Associate Dies with Acute Coronary Artery Thrombus

Bank of America (BAC. N) announced on Monday that an investment banker at the organization met his/her ultimate demise. 

While the netizens are searching and speculating about the reason behind a Bank of America employee’s death, it is unveiled that the deceased passed away of natural causes, reported Reuters.

The details were confirmed by the Chief Medical Examiner of the New York Office when he was asked about decoding the possible reasons for the employees’ deaths. An email from the New York Office confirmed this. 

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The organization announced that the person “died of acute coronary artery thrombus.” The alleged disease “causes the formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel of the heart.”

In the wake of this, the employer organization, Bank of America, announced that it would extend support to the deceased’s family. It further added, “our focus is on doing whatever we can to support the family and our team, who are devastated.”

Identity of the Individual 

Until now, Bank of America hasn’t disclosed the individual’s identity, age or name. 

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Even the deceased’s relatives have not shared the identity of the person, while they continue to grieve about his/her death.

The deceased employee was an important part of the FIG or financial institutions group. The work of FIG is to provide advices to bank clients regarding deals. 

A source familiar with the deceased employee of Bank of America revealed that the employee was to also be “a former member of the U.S. Green Beret special forces.”

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As per another person associated with this matter, the Bank of America employee met his/her ultimate demise on Thursday. 

According to Nairametrics, this tragic death incident follows certain complaints by junior banking colleagues. The complaints comprise working hours of employees being more than 100 hours a week during 2020 and beyond.

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New-Age Cheating Explained as IB Paper Leak Got 45K+ Downloads 

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New-Age Cheating Explained as IB Paper Leak Got 45K+ Downloads 

New-age cheating has currently dominated the of media headlines and social media platforms.

In this, students who sat for Class XII board exams for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) reportedly learned the question in on a Mathematics paper.

Later, they shared the questions online on social media. Moreover, they assisted students in different time zones who were yet to sit for the exam. 

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According to TOI, on May 1 and 2, the Math exam for two hours was conducted. However, reportedly on May 3, paper leaked news was discovered. 

These annual exams are conducted by IB in three time zones. 

IB has acknowledged the question leak situation due to difference in time zones. However, the country of origin of the leak hasn’t been made public yet. 

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Reportedly, principals in Mumbai alleged that the part was leaked from Turkey. 

Due to the time zone difference, the paper leak is more likely to benefit students in the Americas, Europe, Singapore, and Hong Kong. Moreover, it is less likely to benefit Indian students. 

The highlights of the report added that this is probably the first instance of a paper leak. The Switzerland-based board witnessed this scenario for the first time in its 55-year history, adds FirstPost.

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On Sunday, IB stated that there was no concrete evidence of the spread of the “time zone cheating.” However, they did discover a number of students who were involved in the practice. 

SCMP reported that “the materials were downloaded more than 45,000 times.”

What is the International Baccalaureate (IB)?

International Baccalaureate (IB) is a Switzerland-based board for providing education to students. It was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. 

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Its curriculum is divided into 4 programmes for students from 3–19 years. 

1. Primary Years Programme (3-12 years)

2. Middle Years Programme (11-16 years)

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3. Diploma Programme (16-19 years)

4. Career-Related Programme (16-19 years)

India has a total of 210 IB World schools. Chennai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Mumbai and New Delhi have the larger concentrations of schools in India.

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North Braddock Church Shooting: Bernard Polite Threatened Pastor, Got Arrested

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North Braddock Church Shooting: Bernard Polite Threatened Pastor, Got Arrested

A church service in North Braddock, Pennsylvania was agitatedly disturbed on Sunday. 

A 26-year-old man, who was identified as Bernard Polite, is said to be behind the shooting that took place at Jesus’ Dwelling Place Church. 

Bernard Polite allegedly brandished a firearm during his sermon targeting Pastor Glenn Germany. 

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The shooting incident at North Braddock Church occurred shortly after 1 p.m.  NBC reported that Pennsylvania State Police charged the 26-year-old. 

Video Footage Obtained 

A video clip was obtained by the church’s deacon. Pastor Glenn Germany shared the footage online. In the clip, an alarming moment can be spotted when “the pastor was confronted by Polite, with the firearm visibly aimed in his direction.”

Pastor Germany said, “I was like, this is not happening” to CBS

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In the video, Deacon Clarence McCallister could also be spotted rushing towards the 26-year-old and throwing him to the ground. Deacon revealed that it was his stimulus that worked, as his mind reacted promptly to the pandemonium. 

Prior to this shooting incident, congregants had accumulated at the Jesus’ Dwelling Place Church to participate in the religious proceedings. Pastor Glenn Germany was guiding everyone. 

However, the peace of the surroundings broke out when police entered the church wielding a firearm with alleged intent.

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The attack on Pastor Glenn Germany is a lesson for the world to understand the importance of having strong security measures at in church. The safety of parishioners and clergy personnel should not be avoided at any cost. 

Many houses of worship are equipped with increased security. However, prompt readiness and alertness needs to be emphasized. 

According to TimesNow, congregations and religious leaders were advised by the authorities to continue being proactive and watchful while resolving any potential threats approaching.

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