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US House to vote on major aid package for Ukraine, Israel

US lawmakers will vote on a $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. The package has been stalled by political infighting and comes amid repeated calls from Kyiv for assistance.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 8 minutes ago

US Con­gress to vote on aid for Ukraine, Is­rael, Tai­wan: What's the deal?

Showdown looms: Speaker Mike Johnson struggling to rally Republican malcontents, dependent on Democratic votes.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 42 minutes ago

Ukraine shoots down 2 of 7 Russian missiles as Russia says it downs 50 Ukrainian drones

Russia in recent weeks has drastically increased the number of missile and drone attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure

Voice of America - World - 47 minutes ago

US Congress prepares to vote on funding for Ukraine's war against Russia as Ukrainian troops battle supply shortages.

US lawmakers are preparing to hold a crucial vote on support for Ukraine. The US has been Ukraine's biggest supplier of military aid in its war against Russia. But Congress hasn't approved any major funding since last year.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 57 minutes ago

Ukraine aid bill clears critical hurdle in the House as Democrats supply the votes

The 316-94 vote cleared the way for the House to bring up the aid package, teeing up separate votes Saturday on each of its parts.

Boston Globe - Politics - 1 hour ago

UK police under fire after threat to arrest 'openly Jewish' man near pro-Palestinian protest

Scotland Yard criticised after suggesting Gideon Falter’s presence was ‘provocative’ and he was ‘antagonising’ protesters

Telegraph UK - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Russia is exploiting air defense shortages in Ukraine's Kharkiv region by targeting civilian infrastructure and communities to drive away residents.

Russia is exploiting air defense shortages in Ukraine's Kharkiv region by targeting civilian infrastructure and communities to drive away residents.

AP News - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Rus­sia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 786

As the war enters its 786th day, these are the main developments.

Aljazeera - World - 3 hours ago

Russian war correspondent for Izvestia killed in Ukraine -- Yesterday

Russian war newspaper correspondent killed in drone attack in Ukraine

The Globe and Mail - World - 4 hours ago

US House advances $95 billion Ukraine-Israel package toward Saturday vote

The US House of Representatives advanced a $95 billion legislative package on Friday (19 April) providing aid to Ukraine, Israel and the Indo-Pacific in a broad bipartisan vote, overcoming hardline Republican opposition that had held it up for months.

Euractiv - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Ukraine, Israel aid advances in rare House vote as Democrats help Republicans push it forward

The House pushed ahead Friday on a foreign aid package of $95 billion for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and humanitarian support as a coalition of lawmakers helped it clear a procedural hurdle to reach final votes this weekend.

Boston Globe - Politics - 5 hours ago

Ukraine downs Russian strategic bomber after airstrike kills eight

Ukraine shot down a Russian strategic bomber on Friday (19 April) after the warplane took part in a long-range airstrike that killed eight people in the central Dnipropetrovsk region, Kyiv said.

Euractiv - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

BIG: Ukraine Funding Passes Key House Hurdle In Unusual Vote

Carried by Democratic votes in a GOP-led House, the bill is one of four foreign aid and security bills expected to clear Congress in the next few days.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

As Russia ramps up aerial attacks on Ukraine, air-defence shortage called 'catastrophic'

As NATO members meet with Ukraine amid an appeal from the embattled country for more air-defence systems, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has called on alliance members to send an additional six U.S.-made Patriot systems to Ukraine as it faces an increasing barrage of Russian aerial attacks.

CBC News - World - 10 hours ago

Ukraine claims it shot down a Russian strategic bomber as Moscow's missiles kill eight in Dnipro region -- Yesterday

Russian officials disputed the claim, saying the bomber crashed in a sparsely populated area due to a malfunction after a combat mission

The Globe and Mail - World - 11 hours ago

G7 pledges swift aid for Ukraine, seeks to calm Middle East -- Yesterday

Military aid to Kyiv has slowed in recent months, with European partners apparently running low on ammunition and vital U.S. funding blocked by Republicans in Congress

The Globe and Mail - World - 11 hours ago

Bill with Israel, Ukraine aid advances in rare bipartisan US House vote

Democrats help Speaker Mike Johnson's plan clear procedural hurdle amid opposition from hardline Republicans; lawmakers could give final okay to $95 billion package this weekend

Times of Israel - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Ukraine Spent Week Planning Ambush of Russian Tu-22M3 Bomber: Official

Kyiv's air force downed one of Russia's strategic bombers Friday for the first time since the war broke out in February 2022.

Newsweek - World - 12 hours ago

Mike Johnson's Spending Bill Includes $300M for Border Patrol - in Ukraine

A spending bill backed by House Speaker Mike Johnson includes hundreds of millions of dollars for border patrol agents in Ukraine.

Breitbart - Politics - 13 hours ago

Ukraine claims it shot down a Russian strategic bomber. Moscow says the plane crashed

Ukraine's air force claimed Friday it shot down a Russian strategic bomber, but Moscow officials said the plane crashed in a sparsely populated area due to a malfunction after a combat mission.

Washington Times - World - 14 hours ago

Russia to Hire Contract Soldiers in Bid to Avoid Unpopular Draft -- Russia is preparing to enlist more contract soldiers as it presses its invasion of Ukraine, aiming to avoid at least for now...

Russia is preparing to enlist more contract soldiers as it presses its invasion of Ukraine, aiming to avoid at least for now another mass call-up that could undermine popular support for the war.

Military.com - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

England stars out cheaply as Dukes ball returns to County Championship

Warwickshire captain Alex Davies was the only player to score a century on Friday as the third round of matches began.

Independent UK - Sports - 14 hours ago

UK police speak to Joey Barton over social media posts – his response: 'Welcome to North Korea'

UK police want to speak to Joey Barton about his social media posts, with the former footballer revealing officers had visited him four times in three days...

Independent.ie - World - 16 hours ago

Russian MOD details long-range strikes on Ukraine

Russia has conducted 34 group strikes with drones and missiles against Ukrainian targets in one week, the Defense Ministry has reported

Russia Today - US News - 16 hours ago

Ukraine Aid Package Clears House Hurdle; Prime Minister Hopes To See Weapons Soon

Carried by Democratic votes in a GOP-led House, the bill is one of four foreign aid and security bills expected to clear Congress in the next few days.

Huffington Post - Entertainment - 17 hours ago

NATO and the EU urge G7 nations to step up air defense for Ukraine and expand Iran sanctions

The European Union's top diplomat urged Group of Seven foreign ministers on Thursday to take quick, concrete steps to provide more air defence systems to Ukraine, warning that continued delays could tilt the war in Moscow's favour.

CTV News - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

Ukraine seeks air defences from 'lifesaver' allies after latest deadly Russian strike

Seven killed in Dnipro region as Kyiv’s forces claim to have shot down Russian bomber

Irish Times - World - 18 hours ago

Ukraine, Israel Aid Back on Track as House Pushes Toward Weekend Votes

The House has pushed a $95 billion national security aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies closer to passage.

Military.com - US News - 19 hours ago

Top Russian officer killed in Ukrainian Storm Shadow strike

Colonel Pavel Alexandrovich Kropotov, commander of Russia's 59th Guards Communications Brigade, was killed in Luhansk on April 13.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Ukraine strikes a Russian airbase and 'shoots down' a bomber - Ukraine: The Latest podcast

Every weekday The Telegraph's top journalists analyse the Russian invasion of Ukraine from all angles and tell you what you need to know

Telegraph UK - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Europe -- 'It could lead to World War III' – Ukrainian prime minster expresses fears at prospects of Russia winning war

Ukraine’s prime minister has warned there will be a “Third World War” if the country loses the war against Russia, as he rallied the US to pass a multi-­bi...

Independent.ie - World - 19 hours ago

Bank rate setter says he is now 'more confident' about UK inflation

Dave Ramsden said the UK is no longer an ‘outlier’ but a ‘laggard’ when it comes to its inflation performance.

Evening Standard - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

What's inside the $95 billion House package focused on aiding Ukraine and Israel

Speaker Mike Johnson has unveiled a long-awaited package of bills that will provide military aid to Ukraine and Israel, replenish US weapons systems and give humanitarian assistance to civilians in Gaza.

Boston Globe - Politics - 19 hours ago

SWAT team shot man in face after UK gamer faked hostage situation

Robert Walker-McDaid committed the offence in 2015 when he claimed to a terrorism hotline he was holding people captive and had bombs readied.

Sky News - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

Infrastructure strikes, Donbass push and anti-drone warfare: The last week in the Ukrainian conflict

RT outlines the key events from the front line of the Russia-Ukraine conflict over the past seven days

Russia Today - World - 20 hours ago

Here's How the Pentagon Could Rush Weapons to Ukraine if Congress Approves Funding

The Pentagon could get weapons moving to Ukraine quickly if Congress passes a long-delayed aid bill because it has a network of storage sites in the U.S. and Europe.

Military.com - US News - 21 hours ago

Confronting Trump over Covid not easy but necessary, Fauci says on Dublin trip

Director of US National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases says role has involved telling US presidents things they do not want to hear

Irish Times - Health - 21 hours ago

VR exhibition walks viewers through war-torn Ukraine

"War up Close" is a 360-degree virtual reality exhibition in Los Angeles that takes visitors through the streets of Ukraine and lets them see the devastation inflicted by the war. Angelina Bagdasaryan has the story, narrated by Anna Rice.

Voice of America - World - 21 hours ago

Children among at least eight killed in Russian air strikes in Ukraine

Three children among those killed in Dnipropetrovsk region

Evening Standard - World - 22 hours ago

'We take everyone we can': the Ukrainians bringing Russian bodies off the battlefield

Volunteers risk landmines, drone attacks and shelling to help return fallen soldiers to families

Irish Times - World - 22 hours ago

UK banks set to report lower earnings as they retreat from 2023 highs

Lloyds, Barclays and NatWest will be updating shareholders on the first-quarter financial results on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday respectively.

Evening Standard - Business - 23 hours ago

Ukraine says it downed strategic bomber for the first time; 8 killed in major attack by Russia

Rescue operations were underway in the central Ukrainian region of Dnipropetrovsk after a major Russian missile attack killed at least eight people.

CNBC - Top Stories - 23 hours ago

Germany arrests alleged Russian spies scouting U.S. military facilities -- A German prosecutor says 2 German-Russian nationals were caught snooping around U.S. military facilities used to train Ukrainian forces.

A German prosecutor says 2 German-Russian nationals were caught snooping around U.S. military facilities used to train Ukrainian forces.

CBS News - World - 23 hours ago

Russia aims to destroy Ukraine's energy generation capacity

After a first campaign of attacks on transmission infrastructures in 2022-23, Russia has recently started focusing its airstrikes on electricity-generating thermal and hydropower plants, causing an electricity deficit that may take years to make up for.

Euractiv - Environment - 1 day ago

With mild reported strike, Israel aims to bolster coalition to tackle Iran nuke threat

Attack at Isfahan sends warning to Iran, seeks to avoid escalation, reflects US calls for strategic thinking, keeps intact the alliance that helped defend Israel on Saturday

Times of Israel - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Covid care home deaths rate report 'inconclusive' -- , -- Covid care home deaths rate report 'inconclusive'

The area had some of the highest rate of pandemic deaths in care homes in England in 2021.

BBC News - Health - 1 day ago

Ukraine Downs Russian Tu-22M3 Bomber in War's First

The Russian Defense Ministry has said that the long-range bomber crashed because of a "technical malfunction."

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

WHO experts now agree diseases like COVID spread through the air - News - Health - | April 18

The World Health Organization and around 500 experts have agreed for the first time what it means for a disease to spread through the air, in a bid to avoid the confusion early in the COVID-19 pandemic that some scientists have said cost lives.

CBC News - Health - 1 day ago

Macron tells Ukraine why it can't have Israel-style air defenses

The West has neither the time nor resources to help Ukraine build the same kind of air defense system that Israel has, Macron has said

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

WATCH Russian air defenses block Ukrainian attack

Eyewitnesses have caught on camera the night-time engagement of Ukrainian rockets by Russian air defenses in Belgorod Region

Russia Today - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Man arrested over alleged plot to kill Ukrainian president Zelensky

If convicted, the suspect could face up to eight years in prison

Evening Standard - World - 1 day ago

House GOP's aid bills for Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan advance - with Democrats' help -- The bills are part of a complicated plan by Speaker Mike Johnson to get badly needed lethal aid to Ukraine, as well as security funding for Israel and Taiwan.

The bills are part of a complicated plan by Speaker Mike Johnson to get badly needed lethal aid to Ukraine, as well as security funding for Israel and Taiwan.

CBS News - World - 1 day ago

US Supporting Ukraine for Own Benefit: Russia

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said efforts to aid Ukraine were about "putting guaranteed money in the pockets of the U.S."

Newsweek - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Ukraine Official Talks US Aid Package: 'We Have No Plan B'

Ukraine Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said that his country is only focused on making "the most powerful decisions for Ukraine."

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

House leaders toil to advance Ukraine and Israel aid. But threats to oust speaker grow.

House Speaker Mike Johnson's Republican leadership team raised the idea of quickly changing the procedural rules to make it harder to oust the speaker from office.

Boston Globe - Politics - 1 day ago

El Salvador's Nayib Bukele Seeks Free Trade Deal with China

Salvadoran Economy Minister María Luisa Hayem announced the official of El Salvador's negotiations with China for a Free Trade Agreement.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

Brussels proposes return to pre-Brexit mobility for UK and EU young people

The European Commission has proposed opening negotiations with the UK to allow mobility enjoyed before Brexit to millions of 18- to 30-year-olds in a major concession

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

Editorial: Speaker Mike Johnson's Ukraine aid bill is better late than never

House Speaker Mike Johnson does the right thing allowing vote on separate Ukraine aid bill despite threats from hard-liners in his conference.

Los Angeles Times - Opinion - 1 day ago

US, UK announce new sanctions over Iran's retaliation on Israel

The United States and the United Kingdom on Thursday announced a new round of sanctions on Iran after its retaliatory attack on Israel, with President Joe...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Cyber fraud network stole personal data from thousands, UK police say

The Metropolitan Police in London have disrupted a website called LabHost, which facilitated cyber fraud by allowing criminals to create phishing sites.

Fox News - Technology - 1 day ago

WHO experts now agree diseases like COVID spread through the air

The World Health Organization and around 500 experts have agreed for the first time what it means for a disease to spread through the air, in a bid to avoid the confusion early in the COVID-19 pandemic that some scientists have said cost lives.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

'Unprecedented': Speaker Mike Johnson Moves to Pass Rule for Ukraine Aid Using Democrats

Rep. Thomas Massie said Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) is preparing to pass a rule for the foreign aid package using Democrats.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

UK tech firm Nothing to integrate ChatGPT into its devices

The firm is bringing AI to its smartphones and earbuds.

Independent UK - Technology - 1 day ago

Ukraine shoots down Russian drones as hopes rise for fresh US military aid

Kremlin silent on Crimea airbase blasts but dismisses impact of western arms

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

UK and US impose new sanctions on Iran in wake of attack on Israel

The Foreign Office sanctioned seven individuals and six entities involved in Tehran’s drone and ballistic missile industries.

Evening Standard - Politics - 1 day ago

Middle East Conflict: Israel Kills Hamas Intel Leader; US, UK Unveil New Iran Sanctions

On Day 195 of the war in Gaza, a key intelligence officer within Hamas was killed by the Israeli army as the world moves to sanction Iran for its aerial attacks toward Israel over the weekend that shook the global community.

International Business Times - World - 1 day ago

Video -- Ukrainian military attacked Russian airfield in occupied Crimea, Zelenskyy says -- News -- - -- World

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Wednesday that the Ukrainian military had attacked a large Russian airfield in occupied Crimea and thanked his top military commander for staging the strike.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

UK cracks down on quantum exports after China hacks Western IT systems

Extra checks follow fears quantum supercomputer helped China infiltrate US officials’ email accounts

Telegraph UK - Technology - 1 day ago

Is Chi­na grow­ing tired of Rus­sia's war in Ukraine?

There are signs that Beijing may be getting cold feet about its deepening entanglement.

Aljazeera - Opinion - 1 day ago

UK house prices grow for another month. Where is best place to buy?

The average price of a home in the UK was £281,000 as of February, according to new figures. But prices vary significantly across different regions.

Euronews - Business - 1 day ago

Kremlin Says US Aid For Ukraine Won't Change Military Situation

Russia said Thursday that fresh US aid for Ukraine will not change the dynamics on the battlefield, as Washington gears up for a crucial weekend vote on long-stalled military funding for Kyiv.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

House Speaker Mike Johnson Pushes Towards a Vote on Aid for Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan -- House Speaker Mike Johnson is pushing toward action this week on aid for Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan, unveiling an elaborate...

House Speaker Mike Johnson is pushing toward action this week on aid for Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan, unveiling an elaborate plan to break the package into separate votes to squeeze through the House's political divides on foreign policy.

Military.com - US News - 2 days ago

Ukraine's World War 3 warning ahead of long-stalled US aid vote

Ukraine issues dire warning as US lawmakers prepare to vote on multi-billion dollar security package

Evening Standard - World - 2 days ago

Deliveroo sees weaker UK trading as consumer spending remains 'uncertain'

The group said UK and Ireland order numbers remained flat in the first quarter.

Evening Standard - Business - 2 days ago

UK must bolster economic defences, Deputy PM to warn

Oliver Dowden is expected to set out plans to improve the UK’s ability to handle shocks to its economic security.

Evening Standard - Business - 2 days ago

EU leaders back new Iran sanctions, pledge more assistance to Ukraine

European Union leaders decided on Wednesday (17 April) to step up sanctions against Iran after Tehran's missile and drone attack on Israel left world powers scrambling to prevent a wider conflict in the Middle East.

Euractiv - World - 2 days ago

US House sets long-awaited vote on aid for Ukraine and Israel

Hardline Republicans have threatened to try to oust speaker Mike Johnson if aid vote goes ahead

Irish Times - World - 2 days ago

House's Ukraine, Israel aid package gains Biden's support as Speaker Johnson fights to keep his job

President Joe Biden says that he strongly supports a proposal from Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson to provide aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Politics - 2 days ago

Microsoft finds Russian influence operations targeting US election have begun -- Russia-linked accounts are disseminating divisive content aimed at U.S. audiences, including criticizing American support of Ukraine in its war with Russia, researchers said

Russia-linked accounts are disseminating divisive content aimed at U.S. audiences, including criticizing American support of Ukraine in its war with Russia, researchers said

Voice of America - Politics - 2 days ago

Chancellor insists UK's economy has 'turned the corner' - telling public to 'stick to' his plan

The UK's tech sector is "a big positive" for families across the country, the chancellor told Sky News - in a foretaste of the likely economic arguments at the next general election.

Sky News - Business - 2 days ago

Brace Yourselves: A New Wave of Taylor Swift Coverage Is Coming -- Luke Winkie

Coming up with an original thought about the singer is hard enough; landing a scoop on her might as well be impossible.

Slate - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Middle East Conflict: UK Says It's 'Clear' Israel Will Respond To Iran's Attacks

It's Day 194 of the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, but global leaders have their eyes on Israel, which is expected to retaliate against Iran following Tehran's weekend aerial attacks toward Israel.

International Business Times - World - 2 days ago

Thousands of UK travellers suffer flights chaos after Dubai floods

Thousands of UK passengers are suffering flight disruption after Dubai International Airport was flooded by an intense storm.

Evening Standard - World - 2 days ago

Thousands of Taylor Swift fans hit by UK ticket scams: Lloyds

London: Thousands of fans of pop megastar Taylor Swift have been hit by a wave of concert ticket scams ahead of her tour in the UK later this year, a...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 2 days ago

The Ukraine war is lost, but Hollywood and DC don't know it

There are three big reasons why the Ukraine war is already lost. Unfortunately, Hollywood activists and DC politicians don't know and don't really seem to care.

Fox News - Opinion - 2 days ago

EU Policy. -- Brussels picks fight over UK ban on sand eel fishing

The European Commission is demanding an explanation from the UK government over a biodiversity protection measure that bans the industrial fishing of sand eels in much of its territorial waters, a move which has upset Denmark, which holds the lion's share of the UK/EU post-Brexit quota.

Euronews - Environment - 3 days ago

Russian missiles slam into a Ukrainian city and kill 8 people as the war approaches a critical stage

Local officials say three Russian missiles have slammed into a downtown area of the northern Ukrainian city of Chernihiv, hitting an eight-floor apartment building and killing at least eight people. …

Bay to Bay News - World - 3 days ago

Top UK fund turns up heat on Goyder as Woodside faces climate revolt

Britain’s biggest asset manager will vote to remove Richard Goyder as chair of Australian energy giant Woodside amid a backlash over the board’s climate stance.

Sydney Morning Herald - Business - 3 days ago

Uncertainty surrounds US Republicans' plan for separate Ukraine, Israel aid bills

US Democrats said on Tuesday (16 April) they would wait to decide how to respond to a proposal from the Republican-led House of Representatives to consider national security assistance for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan separately, rather than as one bill.

Euractiv - World - 3 days ago

Facing a Republican revolt, House Speaker Johnson's plan for US aid to Ukraine, allies uncertain

House Speaker Mike Johnson has pushed back against mounting Republican anger over his proposed U.S. aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other allies

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Politics - 3 days ago

Biden, Trump differ on how to end war in Ukraine -- Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, divisions have arisen in Congress over sending military aid to Kyiv. VOA's Senior Washington Correspondent Carolyn Presutti explains how the two presidential frontrunners differ on how to handle the war. VOA footage by Mary Cieslak and Adam Greenbaum.

Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, divisions have arisen in Congress over sending military aid to Kyiv. VOA’s Senior Washington Correspondent Carolyn Presutti explains how the two presidential frontrunners differ on how to handle the war. VOA footage by Mary Cieslak and Adam Greenbaum.

Voice of America - Politics - 3 days ago

Video - Analysis - Quebec wants to stop sky-high prices from ticket resellers. It won't be easy - Steve Rukavina - News - Canada - Montreal - | April 16 - |

After several recent high-profile incidents where sports and music fans were gouged on ticket resale prices, the CAQ government is vowing to clean up the industry. Other provinces have tried, and failed.

CBC News - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Russia's spy agency baselessly claims DEA and FBI enlist Mexican, Colombian drug cartels to fight for Ukraine

Contrary to Russia’s well-documented state-backed campaign to enlist criminals and foreigners to fight in Ukraine, Russian foreign intelligence provided no evidence to support its allegations against the United States.

Voice of America - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Unions welcome U-turn on long Covid payments for healthcare workers

There will be a three-month extension to the payment scheme for HSE employees impacted by long Covid

Irish Times - Politics - 3 days ago

Olaf Scholz asks Chinese president to promote end to Russian war on Ukraine

Xi Jinping signals potental for peace talks and criticises West for weapons supply to Kyiv

Irish Times - World - 3 days ago

New UK law targets "despicable individuals" who create AI sex deepfakes

Under new law, those who create the "horrific images" would face a fine and possible jail time.

Ars Technica - Business - 3 days ago

Buddy, the famous Yukon fox once thought to be a dog, has died -- Katie Todd -- -

The tiny creature — discovered when it was days old — was rescued by a family who thought it was a puppy. It was briefly nursed by a Chihuahua before becoming a crowd favourite at the Yukon Wildlife Preserve.

CBC News - Technology - 3 days ago

Goldberg: For Israel and Ukraine alike, U.S. support is proving unreliable and inadequate

Biden urged Benjamin Netanyahu to refrain from retaliation against Iran even though its attack appeared to defy the president's own warning after Oct. 7.

Los Angeles Times - Opinion - 4 days ago

'Sunset Boulevard' and Scherzinger shine at UK's Olivier awards

A revived version of "Sunset Boulevard" and its leading actress Nicole Scherzinger were among the big winners at the Olivier Awards.

One America News Network - Entertainment - 4 days ago

In pictures: The National Library's new archive of life in Ireland during Covid-19 pandemic

Collection contains some 200 images taken by more than 70 press photographers across country in 2020 and 2021

Irish Times - Health - 4 days ago

UK facing calls to designate Iran's Revolutionary Guards as terrorists

Labour have joined calls for the government to designate Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as a terorrist organisation

Independent UK - Politics - 4 days ago

Kevin McCloud says UK property market 'broken and dysfunctional'

TV presenter and designer says monopoly of big developers stifling quality and innovation

Independent UK - Business - 5 days ago

Why Iran's latest attack should give Australia pause for thought on AUKUS

Australia is in the thick of the United States’ global alignment, and as a key ally, we will rise or fall by its tide.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 6 days ago

With House speaker at his side, Trump suggests Ukraine aid should be loan -- Mike Johnson, relatively unknown on the national stage when he emerged as a compromise candidate among Republicans to become speaker, finds his job in jeopardy

Mike Johnson, relatively unknown on the national stage when he emerged as a compromise candidate among Republicans to become speaker, finds his job in jeopardy

Voice of America - Politics - 7 days ago

Ukraine fatigue: Kiev and the West are tiring of war and each other

As Kiev and the West grow conflict-weary, the idea of some compromise solution is dawning, on both foreign hawks and those on the ground

Russia Today - Opinion - 8 days ago

'Zombie' drug linked to 11 UK deaths now 'widespread', study finds

Powerful sedative xylazine has even been found in cannabis vapes, study says

Evening Standard - Health - 10 days ago

Spotify to hike UK subscription prices in May

The music streaming service is informing subscribers of the increases via email

Evening Standard - Technology - 10 days ago

Cup of black tea could help prevent Covid infection, study finds

Black tea reduced the virus by 99.9 per cent in the mouth, researchers found

Evening Standard - Health - 11 days ago

Scientist discover another tell-tale sign of long Covid

Researchers found that those with long Covid showed a pattern of immune system activation

Independent UK - Science - 11 days ago

Poor phone signal is hitting the UK's electric car drivers

Some 15.2% of new cars registered in March were pure electrics

Independent UK - Technology - 12 days ago

Ramadan a powerful reminder for working together to build a better world: UK Envoy

For a diplomat, adjusting to a new posting is always an adventure: connecting in news ways to different cultures. As the new British Ambassador, I’ve...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 12 days ago

Where and how can I watch the solar eclipse? Science reporter Ivan Semeniuk answers readers' questions

Readers submitted questions to Globe science reporter Ivan Semeniuk about the April 8 solar eclipse. Here are some highlights

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 13 days ago

Gas prices creep up amid rising oil prices due to mounting tensions between Russia and Ukraine

Tensions in the Middle East and in Ukraine are causing oil prices to rise, increasing the price at the pump.

Fox News - Business - 14 days ago

Peace for our time? 'William and Kate invited Harry and Meghan to the UK'

Royal author Tom Quinn says the two royals extended an olive branch to the former dukes but adds reconciliation isn't likely at this time

YNET News - Entertainment - 16 days ago

What is President Yoon Suk Yeol's plan to deal with the doctors' walkout in South Korea?

South Korean voters choose a new National Assembly on April 10, with the result of the election widely seen as a referendum on President Yoon Suk Yeol’s first two years in office. On his watch, thousands of junior doctors have walked off the job, leading to major delays at public hospitals. Arnold Gay speaks to CN

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 17 days ago

Top UK health official urges against eating whole Easter egg in 'one go' hit with backlash: 'Life too short'

After a director for England's National Health Service warned about eating a whole chocolate Easter egg in "one go," doctors took to social media to tell people that, "life is too short" to not eat the whole egg.

Fox News - Health - 21 days ago

Deepika Padukone Shares A Post On Women Not Needing To Choose Between Success And Burnout

Deepika Padukone revealed her thoughts on the definition of success and burnout through a post she shared

NDTV - Entertainment - 22 days ago

No joke: UK comedian told to remove hot dog from subway poster over junk food ban

A British comedian has been ordered to remove a picture of a hot dog from a poster in London subway stations for his new standup show.

AP News - Weird - 22 days ago

Islamic State claimed the attack on Russia. Why is Putin accusing Ukraine and the West?

Islamist militants claimed the concert attack in Russia, but President Vladmir Putin continues to say Ukraine and the West were involved. Why?

Los Angeles Times - World - 23 days ago

Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine's top security chief in reshuffle

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed the secretary of Ukraine's national security council as he appointed the chief of the country's foreign...

Daily Sabah - World - 24 days ago

Is Cyber Warfare Heating Up? Biden Administration, UK Take Aim At Chinese Hackers

The Biden administration collaborates with the UK to announce indictments and sanctions against individuals tied to China's APT 31 hacking group.

International Business Times - US News - 25 days ago

Ukraine War Veteran Makes Bionic Prosthetic Arm for Amputee Soldier

It’s estimated that 10,000 people in Ukraine have lost at least one limb due to the ongoing war with Russia.

Inside Edition - Health - 25 days ago

Russians mourn while military launches massive strike on Ukraine

Zelensky says Putin delays addressing his nation by 24 hours while looking for way to blame Ukraine for deadly terror attack on Moscow venue, killing at least 133 and wounding hundreds more

YNET News - World - 26 days ago

New report blasts government's COVID response, warns of repeating same mistakes

A new report has blasted the government’s response to the coronavirus pandemic and suggests the U.S. should cut ties with the World Health Organization

Fox News - Health - 1 month ago

What are the EU's new rules for artificial intelligence - and will they impact the UK?

The set of rules has taken five years to get through the European Parliament. Here is what will change.

Sky News - Business - 1 month ago

Long COVID could be the cause of your bad hangovers, study finds: 'Bad reaction'

A Stanford University study found that Long COVID could have a direct impact on alcohol sensitivity. Drs. Marc Siegel of NYU Langone and Bala Munipalli of Mayo Clinic discussed the research.

Fox News - Health - 1 month ago

App for armchair investors gives up on UK market

Tech group to divert attention to Europe and US instead

Telegraph UK - Technology - 1 month ago

U.S. health officials drop 5-day isolation time for COVID-19

The CDC said people who test positive for COVID-19 no longer need to stay in isolation for five days and can return to regular activities if their symptoms are mild and improving and it's been a day since they've had a fever.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 1 month ago

2 Years After Russia's Invasion, Ukraine Needs More Than Just Our Aid. It Needs Our Attention.

Saturday, Feb. 24, marked the second anniversary of Russia's unprovoked and illegal invasion of Ukraine.

Military.com - Opinion - 1 month ago

Older U.S. adults should get another COVID-19 shot, CDC recommends

Federal health officials say U.S. adults 65 and older who got a shot of the updated COVID-19 vaccine in the fall should get a booster dose now, if at least four months have passed.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 1 month ago

Dozens of bailed-out tech start-ups miss deadlines to repay Covid loans

Extension of loan repayment window suggests many ventures are struggling to raise cash

Telegraph UK - Technology - 1 month ago

Despite escalating sanctions, key machines imported from East Asia sustain Russia's war effort in Ukraine

Despite sanctions against Moscow in place as early as 2022, Asia remains a major source of key imports for Russia's war effort, including in the area of dual use machines.

Global Voices - Business - 1 month ago

UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron asks Chinese FM Wang Yi to use influence on Iran to pressure Houthis

Iran-backed Houthis’ drone and missile action in the Red Sea since the start of the war between Israel and Hamas in October 2023 has disrupted the movement of commercial vessels, affecting international trade and forcing many ships to change routes

First Post - World - 2 months ago

Huma Qureshi on Deepika Padukone getting trolled for saying she met other people while dating Ranveer Singh: 'We are...'

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh shared insights into their relationship and marriage during their appearance on Karan Johar’s chat show Koffee With Karan 8.

First Post - Entertainment - 2 months ago

Russia's Space-based Nuke: White House confirms of solid intelligence on anti-satellite weapon

The White House’s statement comes just hours after Russia refuted early reports which claimed that they had developed and deployed a nuclear weapon in space to take down US satellites

First Post - Technology - 2 months ago

Russia's invasion has left this Ukrainian bison herd in need of a male

WWF is fundraising to transport Europe’s largest herbivore 300km around Kyiv to ensure the herd has a future.

Euronews - Environment - 2 months ago

Opinion: California's new rules allow COVID-positive kids in school. Here's the problem

Amid a COVID surge and with few people masking or testing, the state missed an opportunity for good public health communication.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 2 months ago

Nearly 10,000 COVID deaths reported globally last month, fueled by holiday gatherings and new variant

The World Health Organization says holiday gatherings and the reigning coronavirus variant globally led to increased infections and deaths last month.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 3 months ago

Karnataka logs over 70 new COVID cases: Will the state impose curbs for New Year's?

Karnataka is seeing a surge in COVID infections – on Tuesday, it logged 74 cases in the past 24 hours and two deaths. In reaction, the state has imposed certain curbs and measures, including a seven-day home isolation for those who have tested positive. Will this dampen the festive season?

First Post - Health - 3 months ago

Could JN.1 COVID variant affect your holiday travel? Where are cases rising in India, world?

As millions are set to travel within India and across the world, COVID-19 cases are on the rise. The JN.1 subvariant has been detected in Goa, Rajasthan, and Kerala in India, popular tourist destinations. Singapore, the UK and the US are also seeing a surge

First Post - Health - 3 months ago

Can JN.1 COVID variant play partypooper in India this holiday season?

With the detection of the JN.1 subvariant in India and a surge in COVID cases, authorities are on high alert. The Centre has urged states to ramp up testing and surveillance. Karnataka has imposed a mask mandate on the elderly and people with co-morbidities. Will this hurt the festive mood?

First Post - Health - 4 months ago

Ukraine says 53, including 6 children, hurt in Russian missile strikes on Kyiv

Russia's second missile assault on Kyiv this week injured at least 53 people, damaging homes and a children's hospital, Ukrainian officials said on Wednesday, as President Volodymyr Zelenskiy pleaded in Washington for more help for his country.

Reuters - World - 4 months ago

U.S. intelligence assesses Ukraine war has cost Russia 315,000 casualties -source

A declassified U.S. intelligence report assessed that the Ukraine war has cost Russia 315,000 dead and injured troops, or nearly 90% of the personnel it had when the conflict began, a source familiar with the intelligence said on Tuesday.

Reuters - World - 4 months ago

Far-right Polish lawmaker uses fire extinguisher on Hanukkah candles in parliament

A far-right Polish lawmaker used a fire extinguisher to put out Hanukkah candles in the country's parliament on Tuesday during an event with members of the Jewish community, provoking outrage and leading the speaker to exclude him from the sitting.

Reuters - World - 4 months ago

UK to probe Unilever's environmental claims as part of greenwashing crackdown

Britain's competition watchdog said on Tuesday it would scrutinise environmental claims made by UK consumer goods giant Unilever about certain household essential items, amid a wider crackdown on greenwashing.

Reuters - Health - 4 months ago

Ukrainian boy badly burned in Russian attack returns to school, music and dance

Eight-year-old Roman Oleksiv is back at school in the western Ukrainian city of Lviv, another step in an unlikely recovery from life-threatening burns and shrapnel to the head that he sustained in a Russian missile attack in July last year.

Reuters - Entertainment - 4 months ago

News Corp's UK papers settle phone-hacking claims with high-profile figures

News Corp's British newspaper group on Tuesday settled a series of claims of phone-hacking brought by celebrities and other individuals, including a "Spice Girl" and a former minister who said he was targeted because he was a political opponent.

Reuters - Technology - 4 months ago

UK interior minister signs new Rwanda treaty to resurrect asylum plan

British interior minister James Cleverly signed a new treaty with Rwanda on Tuesday in an attempt to overcome a court decision to block the government's controversial policy of sending asylum seekers to the East African country.

Reuters - Top Stories - 4 months ago

Prince Harry challenges 'unfair treatment' over UK security in London court

Prince Harry has been subjected to "unlawful and unfair treatment" by the British government over the decision to take away his police protection when he is in Britain, his lawyer told London's High Court on Tuesday.

Reuters - Top Stories - 4 months ago

UK says new science initiative to work on climate-resilient crops

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will announce a new science initiative to bring together work on developing climate-resilient crops as his government hosts a Global Food Security Summit in London on Monday.

Reuters - Science - 5 months ago

Watch Out for Backroom Warmongers Urging NATO Entanglement in Ukraine

Recent proposals encouraging initiatives to increase NATO membership for Eastern European nations are antagonistic, ill-timed and of questionable strategic value to the U.S.

Military.com - Opinion - 7 months ago

RIL AGM 2023: Mukesh Ambani to remain Reliance Chairman & MD for next 5 years

Mukesh Ambani said he will especially mentor Akash, Isha and Anant so that they can provide collective leadership and dependably take Reliance to greater heights of growth and value in the decades ahead

First Post - Business - 7 months ago

Russia opens fire on Ukraine-bound cargo ship in Black Sea

A Russian warship on Sunday fired warning shots at a cargo ship in the southwestern Black Sea as it made its way northwards, marking the first time Moscow...

Daily Sabah - Politics - 8 months ago

India restarts Covid jab production as infections soar 30% in one day

Health officials conduct nationwide mock drills to test preparedness for Covid

Independent UK - Health - 1 year ago

Covid test technology adapted to spot diabetes and Lyme disease

Aberdeen-based Vertebrate Antibodies Ltd is working with US biotech firm Innova Medical Group.

Independent UK - Health - 1 year ago

WHO chief admits key error it made at start of Covid outbreak

Soumya Swaminathan has expressed regret at the WHO’s early stance on airborne transmission

Independent UK - Health - 1 year ago

Nevada's New Governor Vilified Lobbyist's Influence in COVID Lab Scandal, Then Asked Him to Help With Budget

Gov. Joe Lombardo once called his predecessor’s support of an error-prone COVID-19 testing lab the “biggest scandal in our history” but then brought in the lobbyist who pulled strings to get that lab licensed to help prepare his state budget.

ProPublica - Politics - 1 year ago

Researchers find majority of long Covid patients are women

Researchers believe differences in immune responses could explain gender gap

Independent UK - Health - 1 year ago

Ukraine Invaded by Russia: Inside the War, the Refugee Crisis and the World's Reaction

Russia's invasion of Ukraine began Feb. 24. Since then, at least 24,000 people have been killed and at least 10 million people have been displaced.

Inside Edition - Politics - 2 years ago

In the Ukraine Conflict, Fake Fact-Checks Are Being Used to Spread Disinformation

Social media posts debunking purported Ukrainian disinformation are themselves fake. That doesn’t stop them from being featured on Russian state TV.

ProPublica - Technology - 2 years ago