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With Memes and in State Media, Many Russians Cheer on Putin’s Threats
While support for Vladimir V. Putin’s threats resounded in pro-war venues, some Russians reacted with worry, gallows humor and apathy to the suggestions of striking the West and using nuclear weapons.World - The New York Times - 4 days ago -
Moscow bans adoptions to countries that allow gender transition
The new law follow a series of laws that have suppressed sexual minorities.World - ABC News - 4 days ago -
DHL plane crashes in Lithuania amid concern over Russian sabotage
A DHL cargo plane crash landed in Lithuania, killing one crew member, but authorities say it's too soon to link it to suspected Russian sabotage operations.Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago -
Russian food prices are soaring — but no one dares blame Putin and the war
Russian President Vladimir Putin has denied that Russia has exchanged "butter for guns" and blamed the price rises on "unfriendly" countries.Business - CNBC - 2 days ago -
Russian general reportedly dismissed amid allegations of false reports on war's progress
A senior Russian commander who was responsible for troops in Ukraine has been removed from his position, according to reports from several news outlets.Top stories - NBC News - 2 days ago -
Ukrainian boxing champ blasts Joe Rogan for spreading 'Russian Propaganda'
Ukrainian Wladimir Klitschko, a boxing champion considered one of the greatest heavyweights ever, accused podcaster Joe Rogan of “repeating Russian propaganda."Top stories - NBC News - 2 days ago -
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Russian deserter reveals war secrets of guarding nuclear base
A combat alert was in place on the day Russia invaded Ukraine, he tells the BBC.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
Nothing changed before Novichok death, says widow of ex-Russian spy
Marina Litvinenko "couldn't believe" another fatal poisoning happened after her husband's death.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
Russia-Ukraine war live: Russia preparing to retaliate after it says Ukraine hit it with US-made missiles
Moscow says it is preparing measures after Ukraine twice fired Atacms missiles into the Kursk region in past three days. Călin Georgescu , a Moscow-friendly independent candidate with a ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Russian journalist jailed for 4 years for cooperating with a foreign organization
A court in far eastern Russia sentenced a journalist to four years in prison for cooperating with a foreign organizationWorld - ABC News - Yesterday -
Ukraine says Russian attack sets a new record for the number of drones used
The Ukrainian air force says Russia launched 188 drones against most regions of Ukraine in a nighttime blitz, describing it as a record number of drones deployed in a single attackWorld - ABC News - Yesterday -
No 10 denies Russian claims that expelled UK diplomat was a spy
A Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman says the British ambassador had also been summoned.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
Rouble slides as new Russian sanctions stifle foreign trade
Pressure on currency set to continue as curbs against lenders such as Gazprombank hit export paymentsWorld - Financial Times - Yesterday -
Trump’s return raises questions over future of CIA’s Russian recruitment drive
Intelligence agency has been trying to entice Russians disaffected by invasion of Ukraine but president-elect is likely to want to make an ally of Kremlin. For the past three years, the CIA has run ...World - The Guardian - 17 hours ago -
Tusk calls for naval patrols in Baltic Sea to counter Russian sabotage
Polish PM urges Europe to act against threats from Moscow without waiting for cues from USWorld - Financial Times - 11 hours ago -
We asked Puerto Ricans about 'island of garbage' joke. Here's what they said
Puerto Ricans have said the joke Tony Hinchcliffe made at Trump’s Sunday rally was “disrespectful” and “racist”.Top stories - BBC News - October 28 -
Australian prime minister defends himself from an accusation that he asked for free flight upgrades
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he has always “acted in a transparent and appropriate way,” after a new book claimed that he repeatedly requested from Qantas Airways free upgrades ...World - ABC News - October 29 -
Harris will ask voters to 'turn the page' on Trump era at the site of his Jan. 6 speech
Kamala Harris will hold a rally Tuesday near the White House — the site where Donald Trump spoke on Jan. 6, 2021.Top stories - NBC News - October 29 -
‘I was asked to find a volunteer for an air pollution campaign in Lahore – I couldn’t find anyone’
As Pakistan’s second biggest city takes the lead in the poor air quality index, one artist and activist struggled to find people who cared. It is “smog season” in Lahore. Along with cities in the ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
'Sobering, frustrating': Being a first-time NFL head coach can be tough; just ask these 4
The Patriots, Titans, Panthers and Seahawks are led by first-time head coaches, and growing pains are evident.Sports - ESPN - October 30