Why does the IMF predict strong Russian growth despite sanctions? | Business and Economy
IMF upgrades growth outlook for Russia and downgrades expectations for the eurozone. The International Monetary Fund predicts strong growth for Russia’s economy this year, despite…
Maddison and Maupay in furious row after Brentford star’s ‘s***house’ celebration against Tottenham
NEAL MAPUPAY clashed with James Maddison after trolling the Tottenham hero with "s***house" celebrations for Brentford. Fans reckon Maupay hit the bullseye for mocking a…
IMEC: US-led plan aimed to link India, Europe is in doubt
A far-reaching plan to channel Europe-Asia trade through the Middle East is at risk of stalling before it even gets started, notes Bloomberg. The Israel-Hamas…
Rumors swirl in Kyiv of Zelenskyy planning to oust his top general – POLITICO
The first rumors of a feud and Zaluzhny’s possible ousting began circulating at the end of 2022, when media reported Zelenskyy was mulling replacing Zaluzhny…
Will Dodgers’ offseason pitch translate to October success?
DodgerFest, the $10-to-enter iteration of what the Dodgers used to call FanFest, will be staged Saturday. The event will feel like a celebration. Following years…
Fertility testing is becoming more accessible as demand from Australian women increases. But what are the implications?
Lucy Walton was aged 26, single, and in the depths of what she called "the panic years" when she joined a growing number of Australians…
The climate cost of Israel’s war on Gaza | Climate
NewsFeedThe carbon footprint of Israel’s war on Gaza exceeds the annual emissions of 20 small countries, according to new research. Here’s a look at the…
Amid Bruce Willis’ aphasia, Demi Moore shares coping advice
For more than a decade, Demi Moore has shared her life and made memories with ex-husband Bruce Willis. But as he battles frontotemporal dementia, the…
UN chief says UNRWA is ‘backbone’ of Gaza aid response | Israel War on Gaza News
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has described the UN Palestinian refugee agency (UNRWA) as “the backbone of all humanitarian response in Gaza” and appealed to all…
Trump who? In NY special election, MAGA talk is absent
So far in the race for New York’s 3rd Congressional District, Republicans have tried to ignore the party’s flag-bearer. Mazi Pilip, the Republican candidate in…
Protect free-to-air TV for Six nations, Senedd says
In a letter to the Senedd's culture committee, WRU chief executive Abi Tierney said: "Put simply, the negative financial implications of moving international rugby matches…
I’m a hot 61-year-old who loves to go out wearing just a blazer and no trousers – trolls hate me but I I’m a trendsetter
IT’S not unusual to see celebs barring all, with some trends leaving little to the imagination. One woman, however, has decided to join in the…
eBay agrees to pay $54 million settlement for improper pill press sales
Online retailer eBay has agreed to pay $59 million to settle claims that it violated the Controlled Substances Act by selling pill presses that were…
Unraveling the Dilemma of Tropical Peatland Restoration in Indonesia
Official government figures estimate that the total coverage of peatlands throughout Indonesia is approximately 13.43 million hectares, surpassing the land area of England. The distribution…
Broadway legend Chita Rivera has died, age 91
One of Broadway’s most accomplished stars, Chita Rivera, has passed away at the age of 91. Her death was confirmed in a statement made by…
What Ukraine’s defeat would mean for the US, Europe and the World
Given the difficulties facing the US and EU in securing buy-in for the latest round of assistance to Ukraine, it is worth considering the consequences…
GOP super PAC spends more on migrant crisis ads in NY race
Pilip, an Ethiopian-born former Israeli Defense Forces soldier, faces former Democratic Rep. Tom Suozzi in the race for the district, which includes parts of Long…
The Sports Report: Lakers fall below .500 again
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
U.S. sanctions three companies for supporting Iran and Hezbollah
1 of 2 | The U.S. Treasury Department said Wednesday new sanctions are being imposed on three companies and one person for allegedly financially supporting…
‘Unwaveringly loyal’: Why El Salvador’s Bukele is poised for reelection | Elections News
San Salvador, El Salvador – He suspended civil liberties. Led a mass incarceration effort. And provoked international criticism for human rights violations. But five years…