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Watch Russian MSTA-B Howitzers Wrecking Havoc Among Ukrainian Militants
Sputnik - May 27th 2023 4:45am EDTRussian has always been known for its strong artillery. Now Russian howitzers on the line of contact are complicating matters for Ukrainian troops since they hinder unit maneuvers and destroy the key positions of enemy strongholds.
DeSantis-Trump Standoff: Florida Governor Reveals How His Agenda Differs
Sputnik - May 27th 2023 4:32am EDTThe past several years have seen DeSantis avoid directly lashing out at Trump, who earlier endorsed the 44-year-old’s gubernatorial bid and who was previously touted by the Florida governor as a man he “will have a great partnership” with.
Moscow Hopes for Further Improvement of Cooperation With Ankara
Sputnik - May 27th 2023 4:18am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – Moscow is counting on further improvement of mutually beneficial cooperation with Ankara and believes that Turkiye and Russia can withstand Western pressure, Yuri Pilipson, Director of the Fourth European Department of the Russian Foreign Ministry, told Sputnik.
Moscow Says Will Further Support Belgrade in Efforts to Protect Its Rights, Sovereignty
Sputnik - May 27th 2023 3:34am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – Russia will continue to support Serbia in its efforts to protect its legitimate rights, sovereignty and territorial integrity, Yuri Pilipson, Director of the Fourth European Department of the Russian Foreign Ministry, told Sputnik.
Taiwan Reports 33 Chinese Warplanes Detected Around Island Over Past 24 Hours
Sputnik - May 27th 2023 2:27am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – The Taiwanese Defense Ministry said on Saturday that it had detected 33 aircraft and 10 vessels of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) around the island over the past 24 hours.
Moscow, Minsk Have Right to Ensure Security in Military-Nuclear Sphere – Russian Embassy
Sputnik - May 27th 2023 2:10am EDTWASHINGTON, (Sputnik) – Russia and Belarus, in the conditions of the hybrid war unleashed by Washington, have the right to ensure their security, including in the military-nuclear sphere, the Russian Embassy in the United States said.
Fitch Says Places 11 US Credit-Linked Notes on Rating Watch Negative
Sputnik - May 27th 2023 12:47am EDTWASHINGTON, (Sputnik) – Fitch Ratings said on Friday it has placed 11 US credit-linked notes on a “Rating Watch Negative”, citing growing risks that the government administration could begin to default on payments as the Biden administration remains locked in a political standoff with its rivals in raising the nation’s debt ceiling.
Astronomers Detect Betelgeuse Star Acting Strange – Again
Sputnik - May 27th 2023 12:44am EDTThe red supergiant Betelgeuse continues to experience feverish activity after a coronal mass ejection of 400 billion times that of our sun in 2019.
Biden Says He’s Spending Time at Camp David Since His Home is Getting Bulletproofed
Sputnik - May 27th 2023 12:02am EDTWASHINGTON (Sputnik) – US President Joe Biden revealed on Friday that Secret Service employees are presently working to ensure that his house is bulletproof.
Brazilian Officials Investigate ‘Slavery Simulator’ Game Sold on Google Play
Sputnik - May 26th 2023 11:55pm EDTFollowing an outcry from Brazilians, Google Play recently pulled a “Slavery Simulator” game (Simulador de Escravidão), which allowed players to exist in a simulation of a South American country in the 1600s. The game allowed players to buy, sell, punish and sexualize enslaved people.
Drone Boats Used in Attack on Russian Ship Ivan Khurs Launched With US Support – Source
Sputnik - May 26th 2023 11:33pm EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – The unmanned boats used in Ukraine’s failed attack on the ship of the Russian Black Sea Fleet “Ivan Khurs” were launched from a naval operations center in Ochakov opened with US support in 2018, an informed source told Sputnik.
Super Typhoon Mawar to Become Most Powerful Storm on Earth in More Than 2 Years
Sputnik - May 26th 2023 11:02pm EDTOn Wednesday, the storm moved north of Guam as a Category 4 cyclone. Since then, it has swelled to a Category 5 storm and is on track to become one of the top-10 strongest storms to occur globally since 2000.
Software Malfunction Caused April Crash of Lunar Landing Module – ispace
Sputnik - May 26th 2023 10:53pm EDTJapan’s ispace earlier detailed that its effort to mark the first private moon landing on Earth’s satellite was unsuccessful after officials lost contact with the lander. Preliminary details suggested at the time that the vessel had unexpectedly accelerated onto the lunar surface.
Kiev Disrupts Rotation of IAEA Staff at Zaporozhye Nuclear Plant – Regional Authorities
Sputnik - May 26th 2023 9:57pm EDTSIMFEROPOL (Sputnik) – The Kiev authorities have disrupted the rotation of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) staff at the Zaporozhye nuclear power plant (ZNPP), Vladimir Rogov, a senior official of the Zaporozhye regional administration, told Sputnik.
Scientists Explain How to Communicate With Cats Properly
Sputnik - May 26th 2023 9:19pm EDTDon’t know how to deal with cats? One simple thing can help!
Big City Nights: Science Challenges Belief That Urban Areas Invoke Depression
Sputnik - May 26th 2023 8:27pm EDTPsychologists have long argued that big cities actually madden people with constant noise, air pollution, starking social inequality and reduces access to green areas. However, it seems, things are more complicated.
Video: Asiana Airlines Passenger Arrested for Opening Emergency Door Mid-Flight
Sputnik - May 26th 2023 7:55pm EDTInitial reports of the Asiana Airlines incident have yet to detail a motive as the suspects has reportedly refused to explain his actions. South Korean law dictates the any individual who attempts to illegally access plane exits or equipment could be sentenced for up to 10 years in prison.
JPMorgan Claims Wife of Ex-Virgin Islands Governor Aided Jeffrey Epstein’s Crimes
Sputnik - May 26th 2023 7:06pm EDTOn Thursday, JPMorgan accused Cecile de Jongh of being Epstein’s “primary conduit for spreading money and influence throughout the USVI government,” in a court document.
FBI Reveals 1983 Plot to Assassinate Queen Elizabeth II During US Visit
Sputnik - May 26th 2023 6:20pm EDTElizabeth II could have been assassinated 40 years ago during her first visit to California by a man whose daughter was killed during the Northern Ireland conflict. The FBI was made aware of his intentions beforehand, and the trip went off without incident.
10 Officers Singled Out for Possible Charges in US Navy Report on SEALs Training Death
Sputnik - May 26th 2023 5:30pm EDTA scathing US Navy report was released on Thursday identifying 10 officers for what it called “a near perfect storm” of failures that led to the death of seaman Kyle Mullen last year on the SEALs training course.
Yellen: US Has Until at Least June 5 to Hammer Debt Ceiling Deal Before Defaulting
Sputnik - May 26th 2023 4:35pm EDTUS Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen revealed on Friday that lawmakers have until at least June 5 to hash out a debt ceiling deal before the federal agency runs out of funds and begins to default on financial obligations.
Kosovar Police Forcefully Enter Northern Municipality of Leposaviq – Reports
Sputnik - May 26th 2023 3:56pm EDTBELGRADE (Sputnik) – Police forces of the self-proclaimed republic of Kosovo on Friday forcefully occupied the building belonging to the northern municipality of Leposaviq following raids into the municipality buildings in Zvecan and Zubin Potok, media reported.
Ford Reveals EV Drivers Will Be Able to Access Tesla’s 12,000 US Supercharger Stations
Sputnik - May 26th 2023 3:41pm EDTAmerica’s second-largest automaker revealed on Thursday that drivers of Ford-made electric vehicles (EV) would be able to charge their automobiles at Tesla’s Supercharging stations beginning next year. Tesla’s stations had previously been usable only by Tesla owners.
Spanish Court to Probe 3 Football Fans Over Racist Insults Against Real Madrid’s Vinicius
Sputnik - May 26th 2023 3:01pm EDTMADRID (Sputnik) – A court in the Spanish city of Valencia on Friday opened an investigation into three soccer fans who shouted racist insults at Real Madrid player Vinicius Junior during last Sunday’s match between Real Madrid and Valencia.
Failure to Reach US Debt Ceiling Deal Would Cause Contraction in US, World Economies – IMF
Sputnik - May 26th 2023 3:01pm EDTWASHINGTON (Sputnik) – Failure by the Biden administration and Congressional leaders to reach an agreement on the nation’s debt ceiling would cause contraction in the US and global economies, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said on Friday.
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