Thursday, 31 March 2022

Russian MP says Putin's plan for Ukraine hasn't been shared with their parliament

Maria Butina says Putin's plan wasn't shared with MPs, but the campaign is going "according to plan".

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How do you do a face-to-face interview with Zelensky?

Zanny Minton Beddoes, editor-in-chief of The Economist, on how she interviewed Ukraine's president.

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Meeting with Pope a 'stepping stone' towards reconciliation

A Canadian indigenous delegation is seeking an apology over the church's role in residential schools.

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Ukraine war: 'Most Russian troops' leaving Chernobyl, Ukraine says

Ukraine's state nuclear company says just a few soldiers are left at the former nuclear power plant.

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House Republicans Tire of Madison Cawthorn’s Antics. Some in His District Have, Too.


By Trip Gabriel from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/pfIR2Zc

Kenya's BBI blocked in blow to President Uhuru Kenyatta

Supreme Court judges say President Kenyatta acted unlawfully in his pursuit of constitutional changes.

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The Political Lives of Clarence and Ginni Thomas


By Sabrina Tavernise, Rob Szypko, Rikki Novetsky, Chelsea Daniel, Mooj Zadie, Asthaa Chaturvedi, Marc Georges, M.J. Davis Lin, Dan Powell, Marion Lozano and Chris Wood from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/9yI1GEK

Two Palestinians killed during Israeli raid in West Bank

The operation in Jenin follows a recent series of attacks in Israel that have left 11 people dead.

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Wednesday, 30 March 2022

Ukraine war: The Syrians signing up to fight for Russia

Recruits are being offered thousands of dollars to be deployed on the front line in Ukraine.

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Family’s Balcony Death in Switzerland Appears to Be Suicide, Police Say


By Emma Bubola from NYT World https://ift.tt/Klzj5bQ

Australia floods: Severe flooding strikes Australian east coast again

Home and business have been swamped, with residents forced to evacuate.

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The BA.2 subvariant of Omicron accounts for over half of new U.S. coronavirus cases, the C.D.C. says.


By Adeel Hassan from NYT Health https://ift.tt/lJMSR6f

Hong Kong: Top UK judges resign from highest court

The judges say China's new national security law has made their role on highest court untenable.

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Prince Andrew, Banished From Royal Duties, Escorts Queen to Memorial


By Mark Landler from NYT World https://ift.tt/JOE3IB1

Ukraine War: Putin demands Mariupol surrender to end shelling

Comments come as satellite images show the devastation unleashed by Russia's bombardment.

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Tuesday, 29 March 2022

Women Are Calling Out ‘Medical Gaslighting’


By Melinda Wenner Moyer from NYT Well https://ift.tt/3D7CE6K

Ukraine war: Russia to curb Kyiv assault as peace talks progress

Moscow says it will "drastically reduce" operations around the capital, Kyiv, as well as Chernihiv.

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Seven dead in strike on government office in Ukrainian city of Mykolaiv

Russian forces destroyed an entire section of a local government building in the Tuesday morning strike.

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Donald Trump's 6 January call logs show seven-hour gap

The committee investigating the Capitol riots had sought to obtain the presidential records.

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Does video show Russian prisoners being shot?

Ukrainian authorities investigate a video apparently showing Russian PoWs being shot in the legs.

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Ukraine calls for Nepal to ban Russian climbers from Himalayas

Nepal has issued permits to nine Russian climbers despite a Ukrainian call for them to be banned.

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French elections: Eric Zemmour criticised over 'Killer Macron' rally chants

Emmanuel Macron criticises challenger Eric Zemmour after his supporters chanted "Killer Macron" at a rally.

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Monday, 28 March 2022

Zelensky says Ukraine prepared to discuss neutrality in peace talks

Ukraine's president says his country is open to adopting a neutral status as part of a possible peace deal.

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Onstage Slap Rattles Oscars, Before ‘CODA’ Triumphs


By Brooks Barnes and Nicole Sperling from NYT Movies https://ift.tt/JjpU4lE

Zelensky Gives Interview to Russian Journalists. Moscow Orders It Quashed.


By Anton Troianovski and Ivan Nechepurenko from NYT World https://ift.tt/cn8321D

Ukraine war: Russian officials seize Swiss watches apparently worth millions

Agents raided a Moscow premises of luxury brand Audemars Piguet, according to a report in Swiss media.

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Kenya to receive millions seized in Jersey to help fight Covid

In a novel scheme, Jersey will send millions of dollars back to Kenya to buy life-saving equipment.

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Mexico shooting: At least 19 killed at cockfighting pit

Sixteen men and three women are dead after the shooting in the state of Michoacán, officials say.

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Sunday, 27 March 2022

El Salvador: State of emergency after 62 gang killings in a day

The 62 deaths recorded on Saturday make it the country's most violent 24-hour period for 30 years.

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Why Biden's off-script remarks about Putin are so dangerous

The US President has made a series of unscripted remarks this week, souring US-Russia relations.

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Shanghai Covid: China announces largest city-wide lockdown

The financial hub will be locked down in two phases, in China's biggest city-wide lockdown yet.

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Chris Wallace Says Life at Fox News Became ‘Unsustainable’


By Michael M. Grynbaum from NYT Business https://ift.tt/BnM3yua

The Funniest Travel Account on Instagram Is Run by the T.S.A. Seriously.


By Cassandra Brooklyn from NYT Travel https://ift.tt/cGgr67Q

Ukraine: No Russia regime change plans, says Blinken

The US secretary of state spoke after President Biden said Vladimir Putin should not remain in power.

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Saturday, 26 March 2022

Ukraine war: Five wounded after explosions hit western city of Lviv

Lviv has become a hub for thousands of refugees fleeing other parts of Ukraine since Russia's invasion.

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War in Ukraine: Vladimir Putin cannot remain in power - Biden

A White House official says the US president was not calling for a regime change.

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War in Ukraine: Musicians perform emotional concert in Kharkiv metro station

Musicians performed the concert at a metro station in Kharkiv, being used as a makeshift shelter.

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China plane crash: All 141 passengers and crew dead, officials confirm

Rescue teams are still searching for the second black box at the site of the plane crash in Guangxi.

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Gaffes and Miscues Mar a Royal Tour of a Republic-Minded Caribbean


By Mark Landler from NYT World https://ift.tt/ADNQXq6

Taylor Hawkins: Bogota festival crowd reacts to Foo Fighters drummer's death

The band had been due to perform at the Estereo Picnic festival in Bogota, Colombia, on Friday night.

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Friday, 25 March 2022

Ukraine war: JK Rowling hits back at Putin after 'cancel culture' comment

Mr Putin referenced the Harry Potter author during a speech condemning "cancel culture" in the West.

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Ted Cruz’s Daughters Attend a Private School That Is ‘Antiracist’


By Vimal Patel from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/RFAdJ7T

E.U. Takes Aim at Big Tech’s Power With Landmark Digital Act


By Adam Satariano from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/og4XJlh

Ukraine war: Smoke rises from Kyiv fuel depot Russia claims it has destroyed

Moscow says it targeted the largest remaining military fuel storage facility in Ukraine.

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EU signs US gas deal to curb reliance on Russia

The liquefied natural gas deal with US is part of EU attempts to reduce reliance on Russian energy.

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Ukraine war: A dangerous escape on the 'Rescue Express'

A risky night-time race to safety lies ahead for exhausted families fleeing Kyiv each day.

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Thursday, 24 March 2022

Cities Lost Population in 2021, Leading to the Slowest Year of Growth in U.S. History


By Robert Gebeloff, Dana Goldstein and Winnie Hu from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/NWLrzt7

Ethiopia's Tigray war: Government declares humanitarian truce

The civil war has left millions needing food aid, yet none has been delivered to Tigray for months.

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Russian warship destroyed in occupied port of Berdyansk, says Ukraine

Ukraine's navy says the Orsk, which was used to ferry Russian troops, was hit in Berdyansk.

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LGBT people in Iraq live in fear of lives - HRW

A new report describes "routine" attacks on members of the community, including torture and murder.

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War in Ukraine: Explosion seen in Berdyansk as navy claims to destroy Russian ship

The Ukrainian navy says it has destroyed a Russian landing ship named the Orsk in the port city of Berdyansk.

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No. 1 Ashleigh Barty, Just 25, Retiring From Tennis


By Christopher Clarey from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/sAiJMGR

Wednesday, 23 March 2022

Nestle pulls KitKat and Nesquik out of Russia

The Swiss food giant drops some popular brands, but will still sell baby food and medical nutrition.

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Amanda Bynes: Judge ends former actress's nine-year conservatorship

The former child star was placed under the legal guardianship after drug and mental health problems.

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Utah Governor Vetoes Transgender-Athlete Bill


By Eduardo Medina from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/fG2mkU9

Ukraine war: Ukrainian fightback gains ground west of Kyiv

Authorities in the town of Makariv, near the capital, say Ukrainian flags are flying there again.

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China plane crash: Search teams find flight's black box

Crews had struggled against rain and flooded terrain to find key clues to the plane’s sudden fall.

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War in Ukraine: 'Pets are getting left at train stations'

A photographer from the UK travels to western Ukraine to rescue pets displaced by war.

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Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Australian-Iranian Shokrollah Jebeli, 83, dies in Tehran prison

Amnesty International said Shokrollah Jebeli's treatment was tantamount to torture.

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Por qué ómicron es tan mortífera en Hong Kong


By Siddharth Sridhar from NYT en Español https://ift.tt/r6FZdcA

WATCH: Ukrainian sailing club protest super yacht linked to Abramovich in Turkey

A Ukrainian sailing team protested the arrival of a super yacht linked to Roman Abramovich in Turkey.

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How One Oligarch Used Shell Companies and Wall Street Ties to Invest in the U.S.


By Matthew Goldstein and David Enrich from NYT Business https://ift.tt/W1lQPB7

Maharashtra: Rubber penis in family planning kit sparks row

Some lawmakers in Maharashtra state say female health workers will be embarrassed but others disagree.

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Ukraine war: Terror of African students in Russian-occupied Kherson

Nigerian students in Ukraine plead for help leaving Kherson as food, medicine and water run low.

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Sunday, 20 March 2022

Ukraine conflict: The wounded children of Putin's war

Survivors from the bombardment of Mariupol are bearing the physical and mental scars of the conflict.

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Inside a children's hospital and pressure on Russian artists - Ukraine war round-up

Ukrainian children suffer in hospital, and musicians are banned from Russian radio for opposing the war.

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War in Ukraine: Backlash in Russia against anti-war musicians

Banned from radio stations and rumoured black lists, artists against the war face a difficult moment.

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In Mariupol, children bear the brunt of Vladimir Putin's war

At a children's hospital near the besieged city, the true impact of Russia's tactics are on display.

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Saudi Aramco ramps up investment to boost production

The state energy firm Saudi Aramco said it would increase investment after profits more than doubled in 2021.

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Belgium carnival 'turned into a tragedy'

At least six people are killed after a car drives into a crowd of carnival-goers in southern Belgium.

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While Putin Shrinks, Zelensky Soars


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Saturday, 19 March 2022

War in Ukraine: Ballet dancer refugees shelter in Polish opera house

The Polish National Ballet is offering shelter to about 30 Ukrainian dancers in its opera house.

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Ukraine conflict: Scores feared dead after Russia attack on Mykolaiv barracks

A source tells the BBC's Andrew Harding in Mykolaiv that up to 200 soldiers were in when missiles hit.

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A ‘Killing Stone’ Broke in Japan. Is a Demon on the Loose?


By Mike Ives and Makiko Inoue from NYT World https://ift.tt/12vparf

Russia claims first use of hypersonic Kinzhal missile in Ukraine

Russia says it fired a Kinzhal missile at a Ukrainian arms depot, in an apparent change of strategy.

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Ukraine war: Man rescued from Kharkiv rubble after shelling

A man is pulled alive from the rubble of a teaching building in Ukraine, after Russian shelling.

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Russians board International Space Station in Ukrainian colours

Three cosmonauts ditch the standard-issue Russian uniforms in an apparent show of solidarity.

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Friday, 18 March 2022

Arnold Schwarzenegger's anti-Ukraine war video trends on Russian social media

In the video the actor warns Russians they are being fed misinformation over the Ukraine war.

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Why Vladimir Putin Invokes Nazis to Justify His Invasion of Ukraine


By Anton Troianovski from NYT World https://ift.tt/swYNmjH

Tiny town opening its arms to Ukrainian refugees

People living in the town of Aberfeldy in Scotland are opening their homes to Ukrainian refugees.

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Republicans Once Silent on Russia Ratchet Up Attacks on Biden


By Jonathan Weisman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/IWLPs23

Ukraine war: Russia destroys aircraft repair plant near western city of Lviv

The attack on the facility near Lviv sparks concern that Russia may increase strikes in the west.

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Russia Today: Amol Rajan explains Ofcom's licence decision

Regulator Ofcom said Russia Today was not "fit and proper to hold a UK broadcasting licence".

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Airline giant Delta warns oil increases mean higher ticket prices

The jump in oil prices since Russia invaded Ukraine is set to lead to higher airfares.

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Thursday, 17 March 2022

Hunter Biden Paid Tax Bill, but Broad Federal Investigation Continues


By Katie Benner, Kenneth P. Vogel and Michael S. Schmidt from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/jdZ0GPo

Marina Ovsyannikova: Interrogators did not believe TV protest was my idea

Marina Ovsyannikova explains why she protested against war in Ukraine on a live Russian TV news broadcast.

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Iran rescues dozens as UAE-flagged cargo ship sinks in Gulf

All but one of the 30 crew of the UAE-flagged vessel have been pulled from the water, officials say.

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It Could’ve Been the World’s Largest Potato, if Only It Were a Potato


By Natasha Frost from NYT World https://ift.tt/dkJfqSa

Ukrainian Forces Strike Back at Russia as Biden Sends More Firepower


By Michael Schwirtz, Valerie Hopkins and Carlotta Gall from NYT World https://ift.tt/q0bafcU

Kanye West: Rapper suspended from Instagram for 24 hours

The rapper used a racial slur in reference to Trevor Noah after the comedian criticised his behaviour.

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What is a war crime and could Putin be prosecuted over Ukraine?

If Russia has carried out war crimes in Ukraine how could Putin or his army generals be prosecuted?

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Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Diébédo Francis Kéré: The first African to win architecture's top award

Diébédo Francis Kéré says receiving the Pritzker Prize has made him the "happiest man on this planet".

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Ukraine war: Woman captures moment missile strike hits Chernihiv

Video shows Mari Margun reacting to an explosion in the middle of recording herself talking to the camera.

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Submarine Spy Couple Tried to Sell Nuclear Secrets to Brazil


By Julian E. Barnes, André Spigariol, Jack Nicas and Adam Goldman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/Ft0SVyd

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe on way home to UK

The British-Iranian woman, who was held in Iran for nearly six years, is at Tehran airport with dual national Anoosheh Ashoori, her MP says.

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War in Ukraine: Inside the Ukrainian homes destroyed by war

Residential apartment blocks in Kyiv have again been hit by Russian air strikes.

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War in Ukraine: Kyiv flats destroyed in overnight bombardment

Firefighters extinguished a blaze and evacuated residents from the residential building.

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Tuesday, 15 March 2022

Dolly Parton Bows Out of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nomination


By Joe Coscarelli from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/vjlYr26

Ukraine war: Protester exposes cracks in Kremlin's war message

Marina Ovsyannikova's moment of protest on TV was extraordinary - but she now faces prosecution.

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Spain skies turn orange after Saharan dust cloud sweeps over country

A large area was hit by the dust, which swept across the Mediterranean Sea.

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Jane Campion sorry to Venus and Serena Williams for 'thoughtless' remark

Film-maker Jane Campion apologises for a "thoughtless" remark about Venus and Serena Williams.

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As world watches Ukraine, Syria's war grinds on

While the world's attention is focused on Ukraine, Syria is still suffering in its long war.

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Monday, 14 March 2022

Gustavo Petro: Ex-rebel wins his coalition's primary

After winning his coalition's primary, Gustavo Petro could become Colombia's first left-wing leader.

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Ukraine war: Silent streets in wiped out Donetsk town

Volnovakha, a town in Donetsk, eastern Ukraine, has been decimated by fighting.

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Ukraine war: Drone shots show Mariupol devastated by fighting

Thousands of civilians have been trapped in the Ukrainian port city for nearly two weeks

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Brent Renaud, Crusading Filmmaker, Is Killed at 50


By Alex Traub from NYT Obituaries https://ift.tt/EJNua0v

Ukraine war: Pregnant woman and baby die after hospital shelled

The woman, seen in a widely shared image being carried out of the maternity hospital, dies along with her baby.

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Ukraine war: Deadly air strike on Kyiv apartment block

Two people died when the residential building in Obolon district was hit.

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Sunday, 13 March 2022

War in Ukraine: Russian forces accused of abducting second mayor

The news comes as Ukraine says Russia is trying to create "pseudo-republics" to break up the country.

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Hundreds of Planes Are Stranded in Russia. They May Never Be Recovered.


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Irbil attack: Missiles from Iran hit northern Iraqi city, US says

The missiles damaged buildings near the US consulate in Irbil, but no casualties have been reported.

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Saturday, 12 March 2022

How a Line of Russian Tanks Became an Inviting Target for Ukrainians


By Andrew E. Kramer from NYT World https://ift.tt/GY8gtLw

She Killed Two Women. At 83, She Is Charged With Dismembering a Third.


By Rebecca Davis O’Brien and Ali Watkins from NYT New York https://ift.tt/SiaursW

War in Ukraine: People flee Irpin after key bridge destroyed

The BBC's Abdujalil Abdurasulov is in Irpin, where people are attempting to navigate a makeshift river crossing.

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Saudi Arabia executes 81 men in one day

The range of charges on which the men were convicted included terrorism and holding "deviant beliefs".

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Ukraine war: Evacuations 'extremely difficult' amid shelling

New attempts are under way to get civilians out of bombed Ukrainian cities as Russia's attack intensifies.

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5 West Point Cadets Overdose During Spring Break in Florida, Officials Say


By Vimal Patel from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/IoL3A7c

Ukraine war: Pictures of war intensifying in third week

Images from Russia's invasion of Ukraine show a conflict turning deadlier nearly three weeks on.

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Facebook’s Parent Company Will Make Employees Do Their Own Laundry


By Mike Isaac, Ryan Mac and Sheera Frenkel from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/uOznAwr

Watch: Otters in Singapore cross road with police escort

Why did the otters cross the road? They were outside Singapore's presidential palace, so that may be a clue.

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Friday, 11 March 2022

Ukraine war: Zelensky says Ukraine 'on the way to victory'

Ukraine's president says "it's not possible to say how many more days it will take", but his country will defeat Russia.

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4 Falsehoods Russians Are Told About the War


By Stuart A. Thompson from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/tUOKrI2

Abuse apology: ‘It was a nightmare in that place’

Jimmy Stewart is one of hundreds of survivors of abuse at children's institutions in Northern Ireland.

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War in Ukraine: Destruction in wake of first strikes on Dnipro

A shoe factory and a nursery are among the buildings said to have been hit.

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America’s Right Has a Putin Problem


By Paul Krugman from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/e7XLlwz

Ukraine war: Huge fireball lights up night sky over Lutsk

According to eyewitness accounts from the area, a nearby airfield was hit by strikes.

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Thursday, 10 March 2022

Russia hits back at Western sanctions with export ban

Russia will halt exports of cars, medical equipment and other goods until the end of 2022.

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Chile couples' joy as first same-sex marriages held

Under the new law, both partners will also be able to get legal recognition as parents.

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The man accused of being a death-faking US fugitive

The bizarre case of a man arrested in a Glasgow hospital accused by the US of being a fugitive.

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War in Ukraine: 'We can't thank people enough for their donations'

Two lorry drivers have made an epic 1,300-mile trip across Europe to deliver aid.

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WATCH: Disposal experts defuse unexploded bomb in Ukraine

An unexploded 500kg (1102lb) bomb was discovered in Chernihiv in northern Ukraine.

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Customer’s Racial Slur Drew a Fatal Punch. The Sentence Is House Arrest.


By Vimal Patel from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/KQtSO6T

Russia-Ukraine war: Family drags grandmother to safety from Bucha

When his neighbour's house was hit by a tank, Dmytro decided to get out of the town of Bucha fast.

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'They could be in mass graves': Desperate attempt to reach Mariupol trapped

People know relatives under siege are living under fire and drinking snow, but have lost contact now.

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Biden Takes Step Toward Regulating Cryptocurrencies


By Katie Rogers and Ephrat Livni from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/jaBxE7u

Wednesday, 9 March 2022

Venezuela releases two jailed US citizens after talks

The two were released just days after a high-level US delegation met President Nicolás Maduro.

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Guatemala Congress bans same-sex marriage

The law also increases the length of prison sentences for women who seek an abortion.

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Ukraine: Four moments of human connection amid the war

Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, moments of hope and music have emerged on social media.

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At the Bottom of an Icy Sea, One of History’s Great Wrecks Is Found


By Henry Fountain from NYT Climate https://ift.tt/m0jRpt7

Ukraine: First Lady Olena Zelenska condemns Russian 'mass murder'

Olena Zelenska issues an impassioned plea to world media, focusing on the plight of Ukraine's children.

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Tuesday, 8 March 2022

Shell sorry and pledges to stop buying Russian oil

The energy giant says it will also close all its petrol stations in Russia and stop buying oil there.

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Boy of 11 flees Ukraine by himself

Hassan travelled 1,200km to Slovakia with two bags, a passport and his relatives' phone number.

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War in Ukraine: ‘We went from brewing beer to making Molotov cocktails’

We decided to use our knowledge of chemistry to help the civil defence forces, a brewery owner says.

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Ukraine conflict: How reliant is the world on Russia for oil and gas?

Russia says it may cut off gas supplies if countries decided to ban Russian oil.

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Monday, 7 March 2022

Ivan Kuliak: Why has 'Z' become a Russian pro-war symbol?

In Russia, the 'Z' is fast becoming seen as a staunchly pro-war symbol - what does it mean?

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‘No Wavering’: After Turning to Putin, Xi Faces Hard Wartime Choices for China


By Chris Buckley and Steven Lee Myers from NYT World https://ift.tt/KP6fFyD

War in Ukraine: 'It's hell, it's really hell' - Families flee bombs in Irpin

Silent and weeping, a stream of civilians with backpacks try to outpace the Russian shells.

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I Came to College Eager to Debate. I Found Self-Censorship Instead.


By Emma Camp from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/iaIMV6e

Ed Sheeran denies Shape of You copyright claim at High Court trial

The pop singer is accused by two songwriters of copying parts of his 2017 hit Shape Of You.

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U.S. is exploring how to send Soviet-era fighter jets to Ukraine.


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In pictures: 'Magical bowls' among relics seized in Jerusalem

Pottery adorned with "spells", ancient ivory and hundreds of coins are found in a raid in Jerusalem.

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A small Ukrainian city becomes a waypoint for thousands on the move

At the central train station in Lviv, many thousands arrive after fleeing bombed out cities further east.

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Sunday, 6 March 2022

Queretaro v Atlas: At least 22 injured as fans fight at Mexican match

At least 22 people are injured as violence breaks out among the crowd at a top-flight match in Mexico.

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Ukraine war: Residents run from Russian shelling in Irpin, near Kyiv

People are seen dropping to the ground as the town, just outside Kyiv, is attacked again.

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Shell defends 'difficult' decision to buy Russian crude oil

The oil giant confirmed it made a purchase of Russian crude oil on Friday but said it had "no alternative".

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Russian Prisoners and Ukrainian Soldiers Describe Two Sides of the Conflict


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Truckers protesting Covid mandates are amassing outside the capital.


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Ukraine war: President Zelensky invites Elon Musk to visit

Ukraine's president was thanking the tech entrepreneur for supplying Starlink equipment to the country.

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Saturday, 5 March 2022

Russia Takes Censorship to New Extremes, Stifling War Coverage


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War in Ukraine: Russian helicopter shot down by missile

The video, shared by Ukrainian armed forces, shows the helicopter being hit by a missile.

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War in Ukraine: Thousands of pro-Russia Serbs march in Belgrade

Flags and flares are paraded through the Serbian capital, as marchers show support for Moscow.

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Ukraine crisis: Kharkiv residents still sheltering underground a week on

The BBC's Sarah Rainsford reports from a metro station where people have been sheltering from attacks.

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Ukraine: Russians still bombing Mariupol despite ceasefire - deputy mayor

Serhiy Orlov tells the BBC that attacks are still happening despite a ceasefire being agreed.

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Friday, 4 March 2022

Australia cricket legend Warne dies aged 52

Legendary Australia leg-spinner Shane Warne, one of the greatest cricketers of all time, dies of a suspected heart attack aged 52.

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War in Ukraine: Russia restricts access to BBC in media crackdown

Restrictions are placed on several broadcasters as a law makes it an offence to spread "fake" information.

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Panel Suggests Trump Knew He Lost the Election, Eyeing Criminal Case


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Pakistan bombing kills dozens in Shia mosque in Peshawar

A bombing inside a Shia mosque in the city of Peshawar kills at least 30 people and wounds many more.

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WATCH: 3D model shows extent of Russian military convoy

Sections of the 40-mile convoy are modelled in 3D using satellite imagery, showing its scale from above.

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WATCH: Russian TV staff walk off set after final broadcast

Channel TV Rain stops operating after coming under pressure over its coverage of the war in Ukraine.

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Wednesday, 2 March 2022

Western Australia: Isolated state reopens two years into the pandemic

Australia's last closed-border state finally allows back travellers two years into the pandemic.

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Full Transcript of Biden’s State of the Union Address


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Ukraine conflict: We need support from our allies, say Klitschko brothers

The mayor of Kyiv and his brother, both renowned boxers, spoke to the BBC from Kyiv.

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Russian forces claim control of key port city and begin to surround others

Russia says its forces have captured the port city of Kherson, but Ukraine says it is still in control.

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Plastic pollution: Green light for 'historic' global treaty

Nearly 200 countries agree to start negotiations on a global treaty to tackle the plastic "crisis".

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Are Russia's attacks war crimes?

As Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues, does what we’re witnessing amount to war crimes?

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Ukraine: What sanctions are being imposed on Russia?

Western nations have imposed severe sanctions on Russia, over its invasion of Ukraine.

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Ukraine: Kharkiv university ablaze after Russian missile hit

Video shows firefighters tackling a blaze at the Karazin National University in Ukraine's second city.

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Tuesday, 1 March 2022

What Americans think of President Biden's Ukraine response

"This shows America is weak" - Philadelphians weigh-in on the US response to the war in Ukraine.

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Ukraine conflict: Kyiv TV tower struck by Russian missile

Authorities say five people were killed in the Russian attack on the civilian-run tower in the capital.

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Ukraine: Polish communities help people fleeing war

Communities across Poland, and particularly along the border, are rallying to help people who have fled Ukraine.

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When an Ancestry Search Reveals Fertility Fraud


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