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World - / Aug 21, 2026 - Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan moved to private hospital from prison after SC order - Imprisoned former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan was shifted from Adiala prison to a private hospital in Islamabad after midnight Thursday for a medical examination, news agency AP reported citing Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party's statement.

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World - / Aug 21, 2026 - In 1990, Utah used the world's largest rotenone treatment on Strawberry Reservoir - In an ambitious effort to rejuvenate the ecosystem, Utah wildlife officials undertook the removal of nearly all fish from Strawberry Reservoir in 1990. This strategic chemical operation was designed to halt the deterioration of the lake's environment. Following the fish removal, biologists introduced native trout to reinvigorate the food web and support recreational fishing. Enhanced barriers and regulations now safeguard this restored aquatic habitat, exemplifying effective freshwater management.

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