3 Newsletters: 113 new articles
Here are the latest updates for salah0998.inthe@blogger.com Updates from:
| |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Ukraine ambassador tells U.S. Congress forces need more weapons, aid Ukrainian ambassador to the United States Oksana Markarova told House and Senate lawmakers that Ukrainian forces need more weapons and aid to combat invading Russian forces.     Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz scores 10 in long-awaited return Magic guard Markelle Fultz made his long-awaited return Monday night against the Pacers and notched 10 points and six assists over 16 minutes in Orlando's 119-103 win over Indiana.   U.N. imposes arms embargo on Houthis, labels group as terrorists The United Nations Security Council on Monday imposed an arms embargo on Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis as several ambassadors voiced concern over the possible consequences by characterizing the rebels as a terrorist group.   New York City FC makes Maximo Carrizo, 14, youngest signing in MLS history New York City Football Club signed 14-year-old Maximo Carrizo to a homegrown contract Monday, making him the youngest first-team signing in Major League Soccer history.   Washington Wizards bring back veteran guard Tomas Satoransky The Washington Wizards signed veteran guard Tomas Satoransky on Monday, the team said.   Ex-Baylor coach Art Briles not joining Grambling State after receiving backlash Former Baylor Bears head coach Art Briles informed Grambling State University on Monday that he will no longer be part of the school's football program.   Russian rockets target Kharkiv; 1st round of cease-fire talks called 'difficult' Rockets rained down on the strategic city of Kharkiv on Monday as Russian and Ukrainian negotiators held a "difficult" initial round of talks in Belarus aimed at halting the invasion.   U.S. expels 12 diplomats from Russian UN mission, citing 'espionage' The United States on Monday ordered the expulsion of 12 diplomats from Russia's Mission to the United Nations for alleged "espionage activities" amid the fallout from the invasion of Ukraine.   FIFA suspends Russia from World Cup; NHL condemns invasion of Ukraine FIFA has booted Russia out of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar in response to last week's Russian invasion of Ukraine.   Biden, Harris mark Black History Month with White House celebration President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday celebrated the racial and ethnic diversity of the United States during a White House event marking Black History Month.   Ukraine receives SpaceX Starlink terminals amid Internet disruption Ukraine's vice prime minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, tweeted Monday that the nation had received a shipment of Starlink user terminals amid Internet outages as Russia invades.   Muscle-strengthening activities cut risk of death from some diseases, study finds Engaging in 30 to 60 minutes of muscle strengthening activity a week can reduce the risk for death from heart disease, diabetes, cancer and other causes by up to 20%, an analysis says.   Int'l Criminal Court launches probe of possible war crimes in Ukraine The International Criminal Court in The Hague announced Monday it is opening an investigation of possible war crimes committed in Ukraine from 2014 through Russia's ongoing invasion of the country.   Dow falls 166 points amid Ukraine conflict; markets on pace for 4% loss in February The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 166 points on Monday as Russia's invasion of Ukraine weighed on investors.   Florida Rep. Ted Deutch joins exodus of retiring House Democrats U.S. Rep. Ted Deutch of Florida announced Monday he will not seek re-election after 12 years in Congress, joining a growing list of Democratic lawmakers who are retiring from their House seats.   Scottish woman checks bank account after six decades, $3.35 became $335 A Scottish woman who rediscovered a bank account she hadn't touched in over 60 years was surprised to learn her $3.35 balance had ballooned into $335.   Apple signs Michael Douglas for Benjamin Franklin series Apple TV+ announced Monday it has ordered a limited series about Benjamin Franklin starring Michael Douglas as the founding father.   Watch: Canadian couple's dog gives birth to rare green puppy A Nova Scotia couple whose 3-year-old bulldog gave birth to a litter of eight puppies said they immediately noticed something unusual about one of the newborns -- her fur was dyed green.   Man wins $1 million lottery prize during stop to buy a ginger ale A thirsty Massachusetts man who stopped at a store to buy a ginger ale ended up buying a scratch-off lottery ticket that earned him a $1 million jackpot.   Peacock announces video game-based comedy series 'Twisted Metal' Peacock announced Monday a new a comedy series "Twisted Metal" based on the video game of the same name.   Airbnb to provide free temporary housing for Ukrainian refugees American vacation rental company Airbnb said Monday it would provide free temporary housing to as many as 100,000 refugees leaving Ukraine.   Watch: New Jersey man finds large pearl in his clam at popular restaurant A New Jersey man dining out with his wife at one of the couple's favorite restaurants made a surprising discovery inside a raw clam -- a large pearl that could be worth thousands of dollars.   Diabetes triggered by COVID-19 may be temporary Newly diagnosed diabetes in many COVID-19 patients may be a temporary type triggered by COVID-19, according to a new study.   | |||||||||||||||||||||
|
|
Here are the latest updates for salah0998.inthe@blogger.com Updates from:
| ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
500,000 Refugees Flee; Tightening Sanctions Isolate MoscowA meeting between Ukraine and Russia ended with little more than an agreement to meet again, and was eclipsed by a rocket attack in Kharkiv. The bombardment, which killed at least nine civilians and wounded dozens, raised alarms on how far the Kremlin was willing to go to subjugate Ukraine. Meanwhile, a convoy of Russian armed forces stretching approximately 40 miles is moving closer to Kyiv. Here’s the latest.   Russian Forces Hit Harder in Ukraine After a Fumbled StartAfter days of miscalculation about Ukraine’s resolve to fight, Russian forces are turning toward an old pattern of opening fire on cities and mounting sieges. Russians Face Sanctions and Anxieties of a Costly WarThe ruble plunged, the stock market was shuttered and foreign investors shed holdings in Russian companies, deepening the concern among citizens who had become accustomed to the perks of globalization. Ukraine War Tests the Power of Tech GiantsGoogle, Meta, Twitter, Telegram and others are levers in the conflict, caught between demands from Ukraine, Russia, the European Union and the U.S. Shell Quits Russia, Joining BP as Oil Giants Object to Attack on UkraineShell said it would exit its investments in Russia, a day after BP said it would do the same. Now companies like TotalEnergies and Exxon will face questions. Invasion Brings Russia Global Repudiation With Cold War EchoesFrom culture to commerce, sports to travel, the world is shunning Russia in myriad ways to protest President Vladimir V. Putin’s invasion of Ukraine. Zelensky Denounces Russia's Shelling of Kharkiv“Today, Russian troops shelled Kharkiv using rocket artillery,” President Volodymyr Zelensky said in a video posted on his Facebook page. “This is, without any doubt, a military crime. A peaceful city. Peaceful residential neighborhoods. Not a single military object in sight.” Initial Talks Between Russia and Ukraine Yield No ResolutionRussia’s delegation leader said the next meeting would take place once more along the Ukraine-Belarus border in the “coming days.” Tech Companies Help Defend Ukraine Against CyberattacksAfter years of talks about the need for public-private partnerships to combat cyberattacks, the war in Ukraine is stress-testing the system. I.O.C. Recommends Barring Athletes From Russia and BelarusThe International Olympic Committee recommended that Russian and Belarusian athletes be barred from competitions. Climate Change's Effects Outpacing Ability to Adapt, I.P.C.C. WarnsThe impacts of global warming are appearing faster than expected, according to a major new scientific report. It could soon become much harder to cope. Supreme Court Considers Limiting E.P.A.’s Ability to Address Climate ChangeMembers of the court’s conservative majority voiced skepticism that Congress had authorized the agency to decide what they said were major political and economic questions. Three West Coast States to Lift School Mask MandatesCalifornia, Oregon and Washington will stop requiring masks in schools after March 11, the governors of the three states said. Catch up on Covid news. Pfizer Shot Is Far Less Effective in 5- to 11-Year-Olds Than in Older Kids, New Data ShowWhile protection against hospitalization is still strong, the vaccine offered almost no protection against infection, even just a month after full vaccination. New York City Is Rolling Back Pandemic Restrictions. Is It Too Soon?Mayor Eric Adams plans to end certain mask and vaccine mandates in hopes of restoring a sense of normalcy. Some health experts think he should wait. In State of the Union, Biden Will Focus on Economy and RussiaThe speech was originally going to center primarily on the president’s domestic agenda. But the war in Europe has forced the White House to change gears. Democratic Governors Look to Biden for a Political ResetAt a weekend fund-raising retreat, a group of governors worried about voters’ frustrations with Democrats. They hoped President Biden’s State of the Union speech would be a pivot point. Bracing for Biden and Protests, Officials Fortify the CapitolA security fence, National Guard troops and more police surround the Capitol in preparation for the State of the Union address and a possible truck convoy of protesters. Some Texas Hispanics Drawn to Republicans Share Immigration GrievancesFormer President Donald J. Trump’s brand of populism has been widely viewed as an appeal to white voters. But similar grievances have resonated in the Rio Grande Valley in a profound way. Texas Primary Election: What to WatchThe first election night of the 2022 midterms has some famous names and crowded primary races. Here’s a rundown. They Want to Break T. Rex Into 3 Species. Paleontologists Aren’t Pleased.The premise, put forth in a new paper, highlights an assortment of tensions in dinosaur paleontology, including how subjective the naming of species can be. They Are Fans of ‘Euphoria,’ but Not of Its Creator, Sam LevinsonThe season finale of “Euphoria” demonstrated once again that even its most impassioned fans have decidedly mixed feelings about its writer and director. What is Microdosing, and Does it Work?Scientists are split over whether the benefits some microdosers experience are a placebo effect or something more. Harvey Fierstein Sings the Song of Himself in ‘I Was Better Last Night’The actor and writer recounts his life, from Bensonhurst upbringing to Broadway smashes, in a raw, funny and fabulous memoir. Russia Is a Potemkin SuperpowerThe Ukraine war has revealed the Putin regime’s true weakness. Why Ukrainians Believe They Can Win Against RussiaIdealism has been a powerful weapon in the resistance against Russia. He’s Sorry, She’s Sorry, Everybody Is Sorry. Does It Matter?Joe Rogan. Whoopi Goldberg. Glenn Youngkin. We are swimming in a sea of public contrition, where everyone’s sorry and at the same time, no one is sorry enough. New York City Can End Mask Mandates and Lead on Covid-19Relaxing restrictions now makes sense, but the mayor must also prepare the city for the next phase of the pandemic. Larry Summers Shares the Blame for InflationThe Democratic economist is deeply implicated in building the system at the heart of our current predicament and setting up our economy for failure. Lent Without ChurchPerfection isn’t possible. That’s OK. Putin Is Spinning the Globe Faster and FasterCan Biden slow it down? Maggie Gyllenhaal Wants to Tell the Transgressive Stories of MotherhoodThe director of ‘The Lost Daughter’ thinks Hollywood has only scratched the surface of women’s storytelling. ‘I Thought I Knew What Bravery Was. And Then I Saw Ukraine.’Readers are moved by the courage of Ukrainians and their president. Also: Judge Jackson’s nomination to the Supreme Court; streaming movies. Russia's War in Ukraine Is a Moral, Not Just Military, CrisisAll possible outcomes involve sacrifice and suffering on a huge scale. How the American Right Stopped Worrying and Learned to Love RussiaThe American right has changed course since the Cold War. The Supreme Court Confronts Climate ChangeCoal companies and Republican-led states are trying to limit the E.P.A.’s authority to curb greenhouse gas emissions in the electric power industry. Corporations Raise Prices as Consumers Spend ‘With a Vengeance’Corporate America is lifting prices and bragging about bigger profits as consumers open their wallets and spend heartily. The Invention of the IndexDennis Duncan discusses “Index, a History of the,” and Brendan Slocumb talks about “The Violin Conspiracy.” How Do You Feel About Lifting School Mask Mandates?We’re looking for thoughts from parents, students and educators. G.O.P. Lawmakers' Appearance at White Nationalist Conference Draws RebukeThe participation of Representatives Marjorie Taylor Greene and Paul Gosar at a far-right event renewed calls for Republican leaders to root out extremism in their party. Gunman Kills His 3 Children in a Sacramento County ChurchThe man also fatally shot an adult before killing himself during what appeared to be a supervised visit, the authorities said. Chinese Company Removed as Operator of Cobalt Mine in CongoA court has given the Congolese control of one of the world’s largest sources of cobalt while allegations against the mine’s Chinese owners are investigated. Derek Jeter Steps Down as Marlins' C.E.O.A winner on the field, Derek Jeter resigned as chief executive of the struggling Marlins, saying “the vision for the future of the franchise is different than the one I signed up to lead.” Republicans Block Abortion Rights Measure in SenateWith a Supreme Court ruling looming, both parties expect the issue to resonate in this year’s midterm elections. House Passes Bill to Make Lynching a Hate CrimeLawmakers in both parties hailed the action as historic, but a separate bill to outlaw discrimination based on a person’s natural hair failed amid Republican opposition. Andrew Cuomo TV Ad Recasts Him as a Victim of PoliticsAndrew Cuomo’s still-active campaign spent $369,000 to recast the sexual harassment case against him, pushing a narrative that he was driven out of office by “political attacks.” Richard Blum, Political Donor and Husband of Senator Feinstein, Dies at 86As a financier, he amassed a fortune that he spent on Democrats, helping to propel his wife from San Francisco mayor to a long career in the Senate. Viatris Settles EpiPen Antitrust Litigation for $264 MillionThe proposed settlement, which requires a judge’s approval, would resolve a legal battle that began after the company, in 2016, raised the price for two EpiPens to $608 from $100. Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Exposed E.U.’s Energy VulnerabilitiesThe organization’s energy commissioner said the Russian invasion of Ukraine had exposed vulnerabilities in European energy supplies. John Demsey, Top Estée Lauder Executive, Forced Out for Instagram PostJohn Demsey, an executive vice president, was a powerful figure at the company, which has been scrutinized for its diversity efforts. ‘Atmospheric River’ Begins Soaking Pacific NorthwestHeavy rain in the mountains of Oregon and Washington was expected to cause flooding, forecasters said. The Best Exercises to Prevent Lower Back PainBack pain is common and complicated. But altering your workout to build control and stability can help prevent it. The Fasnacht Festival Returns, One Year After Covid CancellationThe Fasnacht celebration in Helvetia, W.Va., draws revelers who soak in the Swiss culture — and burn Old Man Winter in effigy. Why the Suit Is the Shape of the MomentAt Gucci and Versace and all over Milan, the suit is making a return. Watch These 13 Movies Before They Leave Netflix in MarchIt’s awards season, and a bunch of great Oscar-winning and -nominated films are leaving this month. Check them out while you can. Speculators Win Big With Bets on Young ArtistsWhen demand outstrips supply, there is huge money to be made by “flipping”— the practice of buying low from the artist’s gallery and reselling high at auction. The Best-Kept Vintage Secret in ParisFor decades, Catherine B has been a fashion resource for celebrities and collectors alike. More Recent Articles
| ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Email subscriptions powered by FeedBlitz, LLC • 1800 Camden Road, Suite 107-258 • Charlotte, NC 28203, USA
Subscribe to:
Post Comments
(
Atom
)
Post a Comment