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Republican Lawmakers Question NYC Reporting of Unvaccinated Teachers to FBI
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 2:15pm EDTWASHINGTON (Sputnik) – A group of Republican US House lawmakers are requesting info from New York City Schools Chancellor David Banks on the city’s practice of assigning “Problem Codes” to teachers who refused a COVID-19 vaccination and sending their data to the FBI, according to a letter sent by the lawmakers on Friday.
Biden’s Disapproval Rating Notches Up to Surpass Half of Americans – Poll
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 1:58pm EDTPresident Biden’s myriads of pain seem unabated, with recent polls revealing increased disapproval ratings as Americans groan under the weight of economic hardship and his political misadventures.
West Supplying Cluster Munitions to Ukraine Would be Irresponsible
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 1:34pm EDTThe US and other NATO member states have broken a series of pledges not to supply the Kiev regime with weapons capable of striking deep into Russia. Michael Maloof, former senior security policy analyst in the US Office of the Secretary of Defense, hoped his nation would not add cluster bombs to that growing list.
What Could Have Caused the Titan Sub Tragedy?
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 1:17pm EDTTitan, a submersible vehicle carrying five passengers onboard, lost communication with a surface vessel during a deep-sea expedition on Sunday. However, four days after, patches of its debris were found, suggesting a “catastrophic implosion.”
Perfect Ingredient for Dirty Bomb: What is Ceasium-137?
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 1:05pm EDTRussia’s Federal Security Service has foiled a plot to smuggle a kilogram of caesium-137 out of the country. Sputnik contacted a former UN weapons expert to learn more about the radioactive isotope, why it’s an ideal ingredient for a radiation-spewing dirty bomb, and why Russian-sourced caesium-137 is so sought after by Moscow’s adversaries.
Beijing Heat Wave Shatters Records as Temps Soar Above 40C
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 12:44pm EDTUnruly hot weather has sent residents scrambling for relief in the Chinese capital as meteorologists upgraded the weather alert system to “red” on Friday. Temperatures have soared above 104 degrees Fahrenheit (40 Celsius), breaking all records for June.
West in Denial About Failure of Ukrainian ‘Counter-Offensive’
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 11:17am EDTUkraine’s long-anticipated offensive in a bid to cut off Crimea from the Russian mainland has faltered, despite its NATO allies supplying their best weaponry. Moscow-based international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda said that the US was deluded by its “Hollywood” perception of the conflict.
Ukraine Gambles on Coercive Call-Up as ‘Counteroffensive’ Flounders
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 10:39am EDTPreviously, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that the US-led Western states appeared determined to fight until the last Ukrainian, as they continue to funnel endless amounts of military aid to the Kiev regime, fueling the conflagration, and adding to the mounting number of human losses among Ukrainians.
US Chemical Giant Strikes $10 Bln Settlement Over ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Water
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 10:17am EDTManufacturer and distributor of an array of industrial products and solutions, 3M Co., had been facing claims from numerous US cities and municipalities that the company contaminated drinking water with PFAS – a group of synthetic compounds dubbed “forever chemicals” that are used in everything from firefighting foam to nonstick coatings.
Space Advancement: Russia Wraps Up New Engine for Soyuz-5 Rocket
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 10:02am EDTScientific-production association ‘Energomash’, the world leader in the production of liquid rocket engines, has completed the production of the RD-171MV engine, Russian space corporation Roscosmos reported.
Hungary’s Orban Urges EU to Allocate Money to Balkans
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 9:53am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – The European Union has adhered to its policy of supporting the gradual integration of the Western Balkan states with the bloc for many years.
UK Public Support for Rejoining EU Rises to 58% – Poll
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 9:49am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – Support for rejoining the European Union among people in the United Kingdom has surged to 58%, with 42% saying they would opt to stay out if there was a new referendum on EU membership, a YouGov poll showed on Friday.
Netherlands to Stop Gas Production at Groningen Field From October 1 – Reports
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 9:46am EDTTHE HAGUE (Sputnik) – The Netherlands will complete gas production at Europe’s largest gas field located in the Dutch province of Groningen from October 1, the Netherlands Broadcasting Corporation (NOS) reported on Friday, citing a government decision.
Everything We Know About ‘Tsunami-Causing’ Poseidon Drone Subs
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 9:40am EDTAn informed source has given Sputnik exclusive new details on the Poseidon – the nuclear-capable, nuclear powered, unmanned underwater vehicle first unveiled by President Putin in a speech to lawmakers in 2018. Sputnik has compiled an explainer detailing everything we know about the strategic weapon to date.
Turkish Drone Factory in Ukraine May Become Legitimate Target for Russia
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 8:35am EDTBaykar, a key Turkish defense firm, plans to start production of the Bayraktar TB2 and Bayraktar Akinci combat drones in Ukraine in 2025, CEO Haluk Bayraktar, revealed earlier.
Moscow Expands List of EU Officials Banned From Entering Russia in Response to Sanctions
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 8:25am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – Earlier in the day, the EU Council adopted the 11 package of sanctions against Russia. The ministry called the move “illegitimate, undermining the international legal prerogatives of the UN Security Council.”
US Lawyers Fined Over Legal Brief Penned By AI-Powered ChatGPT
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 7:56am EDTA US judge had previously scheduled a hearing to determine possible sanctions against lawyers who, in “an unprecedented circumstance,” had cited fake cases generated by ChatGPT in a legal brief filed in federal court.
1Russia’s Ryabkov Doesn’t Rule Out That US Will Take Steps to Withdraw From START Treaty
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 7:53am EDTIn February, Russia suspended its participation in New START, the last arms control deal remaining between the world’s two largest nuclear powers. Moscow stressed that it was not withdrawing from the treaty completely and would continue to abide by the limits for nuclear missiles and warheads prescribed in the treaty.
Watch Russian Tank Firepower Demolish Ukrainian Stronghold
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 7:18am EDTThe T72-B3 is a third-generation main battle tank developed in Russia. It features upgraded armor, improved targeting systems, a new engine, and a more powerful gun than its predecessors.
US, UK Seeking to Destabilize Central Asia – Russian Security Council
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 7:16am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – The United States and the United Kingdom seek to destabilize the situation in Central Asian countries in order to warrant the expansion of NATO’s military presence in the region, Russian Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev said on Friday.
Made in Russia Shines in UAE: Over 90 B2B Meetings Set Stage for $9.6 Million in Deals
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 7:03am EDTThe ‘Made in Russia’ business mission showcasing IT and Smart City solutions took place on June 19-20 in the UAE. The mission involved 15 Russian companies offering solutions for urban infrastructure, business process optimization, construction, and medicine, the Russian Export Center (REC, part of VEB.RF) reported.
Norway Hikes Key Rate to 15-Year High in Bid to Fight Inflation
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 6:43am EDTSuccessive key rate hikes are touted as a remedy for the historically weak Norwegian currency, which has been topping local headlines. While making Norway’s exports more attractive, over time a weak krone can lead to stalled wage growth and higher inflation as imported products become more expensive.
Japan, France Agree to Strengthen Defense Cooperation – Foreign Ministry
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 5:33am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi and his French counterpart, Catherine Colonna, have agreed to strengthen defense ties, the Japanese Foreign Ministry said on Friday.
US Warship to Visit Vietnamese Port As South China Sea Tensions Brew
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 5:10am EDTThe passage of US warships, which Beijing highlights as a breach of international law and a ploy to undermine China’s sovereignty and security, has been further firing tensions up in the South China Sea. Despite the PRC repeatedly castigating such moves, Washington insists that its naval force will remain in the area.
Russia’s Lavrov Chairs Business Council Meeting
Sputnik - Jun 23rd 2023 5:04am EDTThe Business Council will be attended by representatives of Russian Foreign Ministry, specialized agencies, heads of Russian business associations and companies.