SATURDAY, MARCH 5th 2022 Updated 23:59 ET
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UKRAINE, RUSSIA, WAR, BLINKEN
Blinken in Poland for talks on Ukraine war US Secretary of State Antony Blinken praised the relationship between the US and Poland on Saturday as he met with Polish foreign minister Zbigniew Rau in Rzeszow to discuss the Russian invasion of Ukraine. (March
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PUTIN, FLY, ZONE, RUSSIA
To Olena, it feels like Vladimir Putin has been chasing her for years. Fed up with Putin’s government, the Russian citizen left her native country six years ago and moved to Ukraine, where she helped raise funds for women and children whose homes had been
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RUSSIA, GRINER, BRITTNEY, DRUG
Her agent, Lindsay Kagawa Colas, told ESPN Saturday that “we are aware of the situation with Brittney Griner in Russia and are in close contact with her, her legal representation in Russia, her family, her teams, and the WNBA and NBA.”
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NUCLEAR, IRAN, DEAL, RUSSIA
On Saturday, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that Russian cooperation in brokering a new Iran Nuclear Deal was linked to removing sanctions imposed on Russia since its unprovoked invasion of Ukraine. Russia said on Saturday that Western sanctions
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OIL, RUSSIAN, GAS, BIDEN
London (CNN Business) When you turn on the heating in your home, you may not think much about where your energy comes from , let alone where the money you pay for it goes. For millions of people living in Europe, there's a good chance that money is flowing
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UKRAINE, RUSSIA, CEASEFIRE, EVACUATIONS
LVIV, Ukraine — What looked like a breakthrough cease-fire to evacuate residents from two cities in Ukraine quickly fell apart Saturday as Ukrainian officials said shelling had halted the work to remove civilians hours after Russia announced the deal. The
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PUTIN, TRUMP, APOLOGISTS, RUSSIA
Lawyer organizes fellow Russian émigrés to condemn Putin's invasion in Ukraine NPR's Michel Martin speaks with attorney Lena Zezulin about organizing Russian-Americans and émigrés in the U.S. to speak out against the invasion of Ukraine. Europe Lawyer organizes
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DUKE, MIKE, KRZYZEWSKI, GAME
DURHAM, N.C. — North Carolina spoiled the emotional home finale of retiring Hall of Famer Mike Krzyzewski, beating fourth-ranked rival Duke 94-81 on Saturday night at Cameron Indoor Stadium. The day that was all about the coach who has 1,196 career victories
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RYAN, LETHAL, MITCHELL, WEAPON
Mitchell Ryan, who played a villainous general in the first “Lethal Weapon” movie, a ruthless businessman on TV’s “Santa Barbara” and had character roles on the soap opera “Dark Shadows” and the 1990s sitcom “Dharma & Greg,” has died LOS ANGELES -- Mitchell
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TIMES, JOHNNY, BROWN, GOOD
Comedian and actor Johnny Brown, best known for his role as building superintendent "Bookman" on the CBS hit 70s television show "Good Times," died of cardiac arrest on March 2 at the age of 84, TMZ reported Saturday. Brown’s daughter, Sharon Catherine Brown,
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RUSSIA, WAR, UKRAINE, TASTE
TikTok and other social media platforms are also under pressure from U.S. lawmakers and Ukrainian officials to curb Russian misinformation about the war, especially from state-backed media outlets such as Russia Today and Sputnik. In response, YouTube has said
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FLORIDA, FIRE, HOMES, PANHANDLE
Thousands of Florida residents were seeking shelter from raging wildfires that swept across their state’s western panhandle Saturday. More than 12,100 acres were ablaze as downed trees from 2018’s Hurricane Michael, strong winds and low humidity created “the
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SEIZES, ITALY, MILLION, WEALTH
MILAN — European governments are moving against Russian oligarchs to put pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin to back down on his war in Ukraine, seizing superyachts and other luxury properties from billionaires on sanctions lists. Italy since Friday
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UKRAINE, AIRBNBS, BOOKING, PEOPLE
People worldwide are showing their support for Ukrainian citizens by booking Airbnbs in the war-stricken country without the intention of staying in them. The trend began as a social media movement Wednesday. Within days, thousands of people from the United
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GAS, PRICES, AVERAGE, ANALYSTS
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the U.S. must “immediately” increase its production of crude oil and natural gas amid the ongoing Ukraine crisis which has roiled energy markets. “Hate to say it, but we need to increase oil & gas output immediately,” Musk tweeted
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TRUMP, PUTIN, DONALD, MEDIATE
TEL AVIV — Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett held talks with President Vladimir Putin Saturday in the Kremlin over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine , and then spoke with Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky, an attempt to mediate a conflict that has caused
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BETHENNY, 25M, FRANKEL, RAISES
Bethenny Frankel has now raised $25 million for Ukraine relief efforts, the “Real Housewives of New York City” alum said in an Instagram post. Frankel, 51, said $10 million has been allocated to help relocate refugees, while another $15 million was earmarked
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GROWING, ABUSE, WHITMER, PLOT
Angry over COVID-19 restrictions such as the closing of gyms, people from several states met in Ohio in June 2020 to plot ways to overthrow government “tyrants,” prosecutors say. Within a week, they chose Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer as a target. The plan,
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WANTED, TALIBAN, BOUNTY, MAKES
KABUL, Afghanistan — The Taliban acting interior minister - designated a terrorist by the U.S. - said in a rare public appearance Saturday that security police guilty of misconduct in Afghanistan were being penalized after a string of abuse allegations. For
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RUSSIA, VATICAN, SHUN, CHURCHES
The head of the Polish bishops’ conference has done what Pope Francis has so far avoided doing: He publicly condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and urged the head of the Russian Orthodox Church to use his influence with Vladimir Putin to demand an end to
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PRINCE, COUSIN, UKRAINIAN, LEADER
Prince Michael of Kent as returned a Russian honor bestowed upon him as the county's invasion of Ukraine continues to escalate, according to a new report. The prince, who is Queen Elizabeth II's cousin, received the Order of Friendship back in November 2009
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DENVER, STOLEN, BOX, HEADS
Police in Denver are investigating after a box of human heads was stolen from a freight company’s truck this week DENVER -- Denver police are investigating the theft of a box containing human heads from a parked freight company truck, officials said Saturday. The
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MASTERCARD, VISA, SUSPEND, RUSSIAN
Visa and Mastercard announced Saturday evening that the companies will suspend operations in Russia, following a plea to do so made by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a videoconference earlier in the day with U.S. lawmakers. The Mastercard suspension
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BLACK, RACIAL, JACKSON, LAMAR
An MVP and two Pro Bowl selections aside, Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is still looking for more. And being a Black quarterback in the NFL, Jackson thinks winning a championship would go a long way in proving his doubters wrong. Jackson appeared on the
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UKRAINE, RUSSIA, WAR, BLINKEN
ABC
Former Ukrainian President Victor Yushchenko says he doesn't think Putin will resort to nuclear option
Though threatened by the Kremlin for decades, for former Ukrainian President Victor Yushchenko, the Russian invasion of his country, he says, is a tragedy that Ukrainians didn't envision becoming reality. The 68-year-old told ABC's "Nightline" the situation
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Breitbart
Pinkerton: Joe Biden Wages World War E While Putin Wages War in Ukraine
Green Business as Usual President Biden says he’s doing all he can to help Ukraine. “We are inflicting pain on Russia and supporting the people of Ukraine,” he declared in his State of the Union address last week. “Yes, we the United States of America stand
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New York Times
Blinken Arrives in Poland to Gauge Additional U.S. Aid for Ukraine
KORCZOWA, Poland — With a line of refugees streaming into Poland behind them, the top American and Ukrainian diplomats met at Ukraine’s border on Saturday in a brief but extraordinary encounter to assess what additional support and protection the United States
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Fox News
Day 10, Russian shelling batters encircled towns
In war-torn areas of Ukraine, residents fled on footpaths and grief-stricken parents mourned dead children as Russian troops continued to shell encircled cities. PUTIN CRITIC WHO LEFT RUSSIA FLEES KYIV AS ‘DOUBLE REFUGEE’ next Image 1 of 4 prev next Image
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Huffington Post
Germany To Russia: We're 'Kinda Experts' On Nazism, And Russia Isn't Fighting It
German diplomats called out their Russian counterparts after Russia’s embassy in South Africa said the nation was “fighting Nazism” in Ukraine. “Dear subscribers, we have received a great number of letters of solidarity from South Africans, both individuals
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Washington Times
Blinken visits Poland as Russia’s war in Ukraine intensifies
RZESZOW, Poland — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is visiting eastern Poland near the border with Ukraine as Russia intensifies its war against the former Soviet republic. Blinken was in the city of Rzeszow on Saturday for talks with top Polish officials
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USA Today
Blinken in Poland for talks on Ukraine war
Blinken in Poland for talks on Ukraine war US Secretary of State Antony Blinken praised the relationship between the US and Poland on Saturday as he met with Polish foreign minister Zbigniew Rau in Rzeszow to discuss the Russian invasion of Ukraine. (March
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Fox News
Blinken meets with congressional delegation in Europe amid Russian war with Ukraine
A bipartisan congressional delegation traveled to Poland this weekend where members met with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and were given a firsthand look at the crisis unfolding in Europe as Ukrainians flee from their country amid Russian President
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ABC
Blinken visits Poland as Russia's war in Ukraine intensifies
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is visiting eastern Poland near the border with Ukraine as Russia intensifies its war against the former Soviet republic RZESZOW, Poland -- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is visiting eastern Poland near the border
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Fox News
ICE suspends deportation flights to more countries amid Russia-Ukraine war: report
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is reportedly suspending deportation flights to a slew of Eastern European countries amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine. ICE confirmed to Fox News on Thursday that it has suspended flights to Ukraine, citing the
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Chelsea fans disrupt moment of solidarity for Ukraine with Roman Abramovich chants
Chelsea fans disrupted a moment of solidarity in support of Ukraine on Saturday when they began cheering the name of Russian owner Roman Abramovich who announced the sale of the club this week amid the backlash over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Videos posted
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Fox News
Russia-Ukraine war: Photos show harsh realities of Ukrainians under siege
Powerful images have exposed the heart-wrenching realities of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The United Nations (UN) human rights office has reported 351 confirmed civilian deaths and the Geneva-based office said another 707 civilians were injured between
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Fox News
Ukraine news: Journalists flee Russia amid Putin's information crackdown
Independent and foreign journalists based in Russia are fleeing the country as Russian President Vladimir Putin cracks down on dissenting information about his invasion of Ukraine. Alexey Kovalyav, an editor at an independent news outlet in Russia and a
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Fox News
Blinken tells China 'world is watching' response to Russia-Ukraine war
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken told China Foreign Minister Wang Yi Saturday that the "world is watching" how his and other nations respond to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The call was convened to discuss what the State Department called "Moscow's
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Fox News
Chinese broadcasters to pull Premier League matches over Ukraine support: reports
Chinese broadcasters reportedly won't air Premier League matches due to the league’s support of Ukraine. Sources told the BBC Friday that Chinese rights holders have informed the Premier League they will not air matches on Saturday or Sunday in response
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Fox News
'Jeopardy!' airs clue about Russia-Ukraine, show clarifies timing to get ahead of potential backlash
"Jeopardy!" aired a clue during Friday night's episode alluding to "serious border issues" regarding Russia and Ukraine, causing the show to speak out about it before it turned into controversy. Game show champion Ken Jennings hosted Friday's episode, which
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Fox News
Former Ukrainian ambassador on Putin's kill list calls on Biden, America 'to be leader of the world'
Ukraine’s former ambassador to the U.S., who said he's on a Russian kill list, told Fox News on Friday that President Biden and America need to assert leadership to stop Russia’s war with Ukraine. "Now is the time for President Biden [to make] real history,"
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Fox News
Russian elites' kids protest Ukraine war: A look at who is taking stand against Putin
With the war in Ukraine continuing to push many of its citizens out of the country amid Vladimir Putin’s invasion, protests continue in Russia. Thousands have taken to the streets to denounce the war, including the daughters of some of Russia’s most elite
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Fox News
Ukrainian American recalls son's 'scary' phone call during Russia invasion: 'Mom, they started bombing'
A Ukrainian American mother in Iowa is hoping her son can reunite with his wife and 1-year-old son as he remains behind the Ukraine border amid the Russia-Ukraine war. Irena Laura Yoder of Dubuque, Iowa, told Fox News Digital she urged her son TJ — whose
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PUTIN, FLY, ZONE, RUSSIA
Fox News
Bongino questions Putin's military tactics, 'asinine' objectives
"Unfiltered" host Dan Bongino asked Saturday just what Russian President Vladimir Putin wants from Ukraine and how he'll obtain it — because so far, he's not doing great. DAN BONGINO: Everyone has an opinion on this horrific Russian invasion of Ukraine.
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NPR
Putin calls sanctions a declaration of war as Zelenskyy pleads for more aid
Putin calls sanctions a declaration of war as Zelenskyy pleads for more aid Enlarge this image toggle caption Mikhail Klimentyev/SPUTNIK/AFP via Getty Images Mikhail Klimentyev/SPUTNIK/AFP via Getty Images Russian President Vladimir Putin said the financial
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Breitbart
Graham: I’m Going to Introduce a Resolution Declaring Putin a ‘War Criminal’
Friday on FNC’s “Hannity,” Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) announced he would introduce a resolution in the U.S. Senate declaring Russian President Vladimir Putin a “war criminal.” “I spoke to the Ukrainian ambassador earlier [Friday],” he said. “Your voice is
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Huffington Post
Zelenskyy Asked For More Lethal Aid, No-Fly Zone In Call With U.S. Congress
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke to members of Congress in a videoconference Saturday morning in which he asked for more lethal aid to fend off the invading Russian army and called for additional sanctions ― including a ban on Russian oil and a
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National Review
Russian Invasion: Zelensky Requests Additional Lethal Aid, Oil Sanctions in Call
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky talks during an interview with Reuters in Kyiv, Ukraine, March 1, 2022. (Umit Bektas/Reuters) Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelensky made requests for lethal aid and additional sanctions against Russia in a Zoom call
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CNN
Zelensky calls for no-fly zone and harsher sanctions on Russia in Zoom meeting with US lawmakers
(CNN) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told US lawmakers Saturday that his country urgently needs more assistance from the US, including the establishment of a no-fly zone over Ukraine, as it fights against Russia's invasion. During an hourlong Zoom
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Washington Times
Putin warns on NATO no-fly zone as Zelenskyy addresses U.S. senators
Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a stark warning against a NATO “no-fly zone” over the skies of Ukraine as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was scheduled to address a virtual meeting of U.S. lawmakers Saturday to plead for a more aggressive Western
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New York Post
Zelensky Zooms with US Senate, House members ahead of debate on $10B aid package
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke Saturday morning with a bipartisan group of US senators and House members via Zoom to plead for additional American help for his besieged country. “Zelensky thanked the US for assistance, and asked for additional
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Fox News
Russia-Ukraine war: US must implement 'deterrent strategy' to push back against Putin, expert says
Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine is just one example of how he will undermine other nations to achieve his ultimate goal, and, unless America and other European nations begin taking action, it won't be the last time he will take military
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Fox News
Putin critic who left Russia flees Kyiv as 'double refugee'
To Olena, it feels like Vladimir Putin has been chasing her for years. Fed up with Putin’s government, the Russian citizen left her native country six years ago and moved to Ukraine, where she helped raise funds for women and children whose homes had been
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Hawley pledges to support Ukraine's Zelenskyy: 'Indefensible' the US is importing Russia's 'blood oil'
FIRST ON FOX: Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., is pledging support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the country's fight against Russia, beginning with an immediate ban on Russian oil and gas. Zelenskyy on Saturday spoke to U.S. senators virtually as
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Fox News
Ukraine President Zelenskyy requests more lethal aid during virtual meeting with US senators
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday spoke to U.S. senators virtually as Congress weighs additional aid requests to help the country fight off a brutal Russian invasion. Zelenskyy spoke to the senators on Zoom video call where the president
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National Review
Vladimir Putin: No-Fly Zone Would Be Seen as Participation in War
Russian President Vladimir Putin at his annual end-of-year news conference at the Novo-Ogaryovo state residence outside Moscow, Russia, December 17, 2020. (Sputnik/Mikhail Klimentyev/Kremlin via Reuters) Russian president Vladimir Putin said his country would
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Fox News
Putin threatens third-party countries over no-fly zone, says Ukraine could lose statehood
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Saturday that Moscow will view any attempt by other countries to establish a no-fly zone over Ukraine as active "participation in the armed conflict." "We hear calls to impose a no-fly zone over Ukraine," he said, during
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Washington Times
Putin critic who left Russia flees Kyiv as “double refugee”
BUDAPEST, Hungary — To Olena, it feels like Vladimir Putin has been chasing her for years. Fed up with Putin’s government, the Russian citizen left her native country six years ago and moved to Ukraine, where she helped raise funds for women and children whose
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Fox News
Retired US brigadier general: Putin should be designated a war criminal for use of hyperbaric, cluster bombs
A retired U.S. brigadier general told Fox News on Friday that Russian President Vladimir Putin is decidedly a war criminal after firsthand accounts and video of his army bombing civilians and reportedly using taboo ordnances in several cases. Brig. Gen.
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Chicago Tribune
Russian President Vladimir Putin warns against creating Ukraine no-fly zone
NATO has said a no-fly zone, which would bar all unauthorized aircraft from flying over Ukraine, could provoke widespread war in Europe with nuclear-armed Russia. But as the United States and other NATO members send weapons for Kyiv and more than 1 million
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RUSSIA, GRINER, BRITTNEY, DRUG
Fox News
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee demands Russia release Brittney Griner: 'No right'
Texas Democratic Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee is demanding the release of WNBA star Brittney Griner who was detained by authorities in Russia for allegedly possessing a vape with cannabis oil. "We know that there were some issues dealing with vape cartridges
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CNN
New York Times: Brittney Griner, two-time Olympic gold medalist and WNBA all-star, arrested in Russia on drug charges
Brittney Griner #42 of the Phoenix Mercury during a game against the Chicago Sky October 10, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. Correction: A previous version of this story incorrectly stated when Griner was arrested. She was detained by Russian customs officials in
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Washington Times
WNBA’s Brittney Griner arrested in Russia on drug charges
WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner was arrested last month at a Moscow airport after Russian authorities said a search of her luggage revealed vape cartridges. The Russian Customs Service said Saturday that the cartridges were identified as containing oil derived
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ABC
WNBA's Brittney Griner arrested in Russia on drug charges
WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner was arrested last month at a Moscow airport after Russian authorities said a search of her luggage revealed vape cartridges WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner was arrested last month at a Moscow airport after Russian authorities said
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Red State
WNBA Star Detained in Russia for Alleged Drug Possession
WNBA star Brittney Griner has been arrested and detained in Russia on drug charges. The 31-year-old Phoenix Mercury star and Olympian has played in Russia during WNBA’s off-seasons for almost seven years. Female basketball players can make exponentially more
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NY Daily News
WNBA star Brittney Griner arrested in Russia on drug charges after hashish oil allegedly found in her luggage
Her agent, Lindsay Kagawa Colas, told ESPN Saturday that “we are aware of the situation with Brittney Griner in Russia and are in close contact with her, her legal representation in Russia, her family, her teams, and the WNBA and NBA.”
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National Review
Russia Detains U.S. Basketball Player
Brittney Griner of the United States in action with Ezinne Kalu of Nigeria during a women’s basketball game at Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan, July 27, 2021. (Brian Snyder/Reuters) The Russian Federal Customs Service announced on Saturday that its agents
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Huffington Post
WNBA Player Brittney Griner Detained In Russia On Drug Charges
WNBA player Brittney Griner was arrested on drug charges in Russia in February and may still be detained in the country. The Russian Federal Customs Service issued a statement on Saturday saying that a United States citizen who is a gold-medal-winning basketball
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Breitbart
WNBA Star Brittney Griner Arrested on Drug Charges in Russia
WNBA star Britteny Griner was arrested last month in Russia and is currently being detained by Russian authorities after vape cartridges were found in her luggage. According to the Associated Press: The Russian Customs Service said Saturday that the cartridges
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New York Times
Russia Says It Has American Basketball Player in Custody
The Russian Federal Customs Service said that its officials had detained an American basketball player after finding vape cartridges that contained hashish oil in her luggage at the Sheremetyevo airport near Moscow. The Customs Service said in a statement
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Newsmax
WNBA's Brittney Griner Stuck in Russia, Facing Drug Charge
WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner was arrested in Russia last month at a Moscow airport after a search of her luggage revealed vape cartridges. The Russian Customs Service said Saturday the cartridges were identified as containing oil derived from cannabis, which
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New York Post
WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner arrested in Russia on drug charges
WNBA All-Star and Olympic champion Brittney Griner was arrested in Russia on drug smuggling charges after she was found with vape cartridges in her carry-on luggage at a Moscow airport, according to Russian news sources. Russia’s Interfax news agency said
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Fox News
American basketball star Brittney Griner detained in Russia on drug charges, faces up to 10 years in prison
WNBA champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist Brittney Griner has been detained in Russia and could face up to 10 years in prison after customs officers found "vapes" containing hashish oil in her luggage back in February, reports say. The Russian Federal
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BBC
Brittney Griner: WNBA club Phoenix Mercury concerned for player detained in Russia
Last updated on .From the section Basketball Brittney Griner is a seven-time WNBA All-Star and two-time Olympic gold medallist WNBA side Phoenix Mercury say they are concerned for Brittney Griner's "safety, physical and mental health" after the centre was
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Red State
Will Biden Betray Ukraine and NATO By Lifting Sanctions to Get Putin's Help With a New Iran Nuclear Deal?
On Saturday, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that Russian cooperation in brokering a new Iran Nuclear Deal was linked to removing sanctions imposed on Russia since its unprovoked invasion of Ukraine. Russia said on Saturday that Western sanctions
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Fox News
Republicans troubled by ongoing talks to revive Iran nuclear deal: 'Russia should not be at any table'
Republicans are raising alarms about a possible breakthrough to restart the Iran nuclear deal, amid reports that the U.S. and Iran are coming close to restoring the 2015 nuclear agreement. Negotiations have been ongoing in Vienna for the United States to
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Newsmax
State Dept.: Russian Sanctions Should Not Affect Iran Deal
New U.S. sanctions imposed on Russia following its invasion of Ukraine are not related to the 2015 Iran nuclear deal and should not have any impact on a potential revival of that agreement, a U.S. State Department spokesperson said Saturday. "The new Russia-related
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National Review
New Iran Nuclear Deal Helps Russia & China
Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is every bit as much Moscow’s man as he is Beijing's. NRPLUS MEMBER ARTICLE R ussia has invaded Ukraine. China continues to threaten Taiwan. And their friends in Tehran, who are on the verge of a new nuclear deal
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Fox News
Russia ties possible Iran nuclear deal revival to Ukraine sanctions
The Russian government is linking a brewing effort to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal with ongoing international sanctions against the Kremlin over its invasion of Ukraine -- potentially casting the cautious talks into doubt. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey
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Fox News
Putin's nuclear blackmail of Ukraine and the West continues
The largest nuclear power plant in Europe is now in Russian hands. Europe exhaled when the International Atomic Energy Agency reported that the fire at the plant on Thursday night caused by Russian shelling was extinguished, that its six reactors were intact,
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Newsmax
Russia Wants Written Guarantee It Can Trade With Iran in Iran Nuke Deal
Russia said Saturday that Western sanctions imposed over the conflict in Ukraine had become a stumbling block for the Iran nuclear deal, warning the West that Russian national interests would have to be taken into account. Iran said Saturday it had agreed
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Fox News
Russian troops near another Ukraine nuclear plant, in Yuzhnoukrainsk, UN envoy says
Russian forces in southern Ukraine were advancing toward the country’s second-largest nuclear plant Friday, one day after attacking the largest such facility, according to reports. The troops were closing in on the nuclear power station in Yuzhnoukrainsk,
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Fox News
Russia using Ukrainian nuclear power plant to try to 'hold Europe hostage': Ukrainian MP
Ukrainian Parliament Member Sviatoslav Yurash sounded off on Russia-Ukraine peace talks and the attack on Europe's largest nuclear power plant Friday on "The Ingraham Angle." SVIATOSLAV YURASH: These talks are basically, from what I can see from Russian
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CNN
Turn down the heat to stop Putin? Europe wrestles with its Russian gas addiction
London (CNN Business) When you turn on the heating in your home, you may not think much about where your energy comes from , let alone where the money you pay for it goes. For millions of people living in Europe, there's a good chance that money is flowing
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Washington Times
Electric-car baron Elon Musk calls for increasing U.S. oil and gas to combat Russia
Tesla may be the world’s leading seller of plug-in electric vehicles, but CEO Elon Musk wants the U.S. oil-and-gas industry to ramp up production. “Hate to say it, but we need to increase oil & gas output immediately,” the billionaire tweeted Friday. “Extraordinary
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Breitbart
Jayapal: Gas Prices Will Go Up ‘No Matter What’ and We Need to Move Off Fossil Fuels
On Saturday’s broadcast of MSNBC’s “Cross Connection,” Congressional Progressive Caucus Chair Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) argued that we have to move off of fossil fuels so we’re “free of the ability of dictators to blackmail us over oil and gas,” and that
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Newsmax
Elon Musk: US Needs to 'Immediately' Increase Domestic Oil Production
Tesla CEO Elon Musk urged that the United States needs to increase its domestic oil production in light of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. "Hate to say it," Musk tweeted on Friday, "but we need to increase oil & gas output immediately. Extraordinary times demand
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Fox News
Hannity labels Biden administration's dependence on Russian oil 'unconscionable'
Sean Hannity called the Biden administration's purchase of Russian oil "incomprehensible and frankly unconscionable" in Friday's opening monologue of "Hannity." Russian President Vladimir Putin "is only able to carry this invasion out because of the West's
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Breitbart
GOP Rep. Rogers: Every Barrel of Russian Oil We Buy Has ‘Ukrainian Blood on It’
Despite waging an unpopular war against Ukraine, Russia continues to be one of the globe’s top exporters of oil. Among the nations continuing to import oil from Russia is the United States. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), the ranking Republican on the House
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Breitbart
Rubio: Biden Isn’t Sanctioning Russian Oil Because Russia’s Mediating Iran Deal
On Friday’s “Hugh Hewitt Show,” Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) stated that the Biden administration isn’t sanctioning Russian oil in part because they’re relying on Russia to mediate a deal with Iran. Host Hugh Hewitt asked, “The president will not sanction Russian
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Breitbart
McCarthy: Biden’s Working with Russia ‘To Bring Iranian Oil Back in’ with Iran Deal
On Friday’s broadcast of the Fox News Channel’s “Jesse Watters Primetime,” House Minority Leader Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) stated that he believes the Biden administration is trying “to bring Iranian oil back in” with the Iran deal negotiations. McCarthy
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UKRAINE, RUSSIA, CEASEFIRE, EVACUATIONS
Fox News
Russia is indoctrinating children in school, explaining Ukraine war is 'liberation mission,' expert says
Russia is attempting to indoctrinate children in school by explaining that the Russian invasion of Ukraine is a "liberation mission" being done to protect "the people of Donbas from genocide," according to one expert. Rebekah Koffler, a former Defense Intelligence
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CNN
Civilian evacuation delayed as Ukraine accuses Russia of breaching agreement to pause fire
Kyiv, Ukraine (CNN) Ukrainian authorities halted evacuations from the besieged city of Mariupol on Saturday, accusing Russian forces of breaching an agreement to pause fire and give civilians safe passage out. The Russian Ministry of Defense said earlier on
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Washington Times
Russian cease-fire in Ukraine imperiled amid more shelling
LVIV, Ukraine — What looked like a breakthrough cease-fire to evacuate residents from two cities in Ukraine quickly fell apart Saturday as Ukrainian officials said shelling had halted the work to remove civilians hours after Russia announced the deal. The
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Huffington Post
Evacuations From 2 Cities Halted As Russia Ignores Cease-Fires, Says Ukraine
LVIV, Ukraine (AP) — What looked like a breakthrough cease-fire to evacuate residents from two cities in Ukraine quickly fell apart Saturday as Ukrainian officials said the work to remove civilians had halted amid shelling hours after Russia announced the deal. The
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Fox News
Russia charters flight to US to pull out expelled personnel amid war with Ukraine
The U.S. government approved a Russian chartered flight to pull out United Nations (U.N.) Mission personnel Saturday, as Russia continues its war against neighboring Ukraine. The State Department told Fox News in a statement that the personnel were expelled
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NPR
Russia offers ceasefire in two parts of Ukraine to allow civilians to leave
Russia offers ceasefire in two parts of Ukraine to allow civilians to leave Enlarge this image toggle caption Markus Schreiber/AP Markus Schreiber/AP KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The Russian military will observe a ceasefire in two areas of Ukraine starting Saturday
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Fox News
Ukraine says some civilian evacuations halted, accuses Russia of breaking ceasefire agreement
Ukrainian officials say civilian evacuations in an area of the country subject to a temporary ceasefire have stopped, after they say Russians have continued attacks despite the agreement. Officials said the evacuation had stopped after Russians continued
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Huffington Post
840 Children Wounded So Far In Russian Invasion, Says Ukraine
KYIV, Ukraine — The head of Ukraine’s security council called on Russia to create humanitarian corridors to allow children, women and the elderly to escape the fighting. Oleksiy Danilov said Friday more than 840 children have been wounded in the war. A day
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PUTIN, TRUMP, APOLOGISTS, RUSSIA
Huffington Post
Trump Claims He Once Warned 'Friend' Putin That He'd Bomb Moscow
Chris McGrath via Getty Images Former President Donald Trump was recorded on speaker phone claiming to pal and golf pro John Daly that he once warned Russia President Vladimir Putin that he’d bomb Moscow if Putin invaded Ukraine. It was a startling statement,
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New York Post
Occupied Kherson among cities across globe to protest Russian invasion of Ukraine
Tens of thousands of demonstrators took to city streets across the globe, including in occupied Ukraine, to protest Russia’s military aggression Saturday. In Kherson, the first city to fall to the Russians on March 2, thousands of people engaged in peaceful
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NPR
Lawyer organizes fellow Russian émigrés to condemn Putin's invasion in Ukraine
Lawyer organizes fellow Russian émigrés to condemn Putin's invasion in Ukraine NPR's Michel Martin speaks with attorney Lena Zezulin about organizing Russian-Americans and émigrés in the U.S. to speak out against the invasion of Ukraine. Europe Lawyer organizes
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Breitbart
Zelensky Blasts 'Weak' NATO for Refusing to Start Air War with Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky has slammed NATO as “weak” for refusing to enforce a no-fly zone in Ukraine, saying it will bear responsibility for future Ukrainian deaths. Speaking at a public press conference, the Ukrainian president branded a recent NATO summit
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Huffington Post
John Bolton Says 'Putin Was Waiting' For Trump To Withdraw From NATO In Second Term
The former national security adviser for President Donald Trump said Russian President Vladimir Putin “was waiting” for Trump to withdraw the U.S. from NATO if he had won reelection. “In a second Trump term, I think he may well have withdrawn from NATO,” John
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New York Post
Former VP Mike Pence: ‘No room in this party for apologists for Putin’
Former Vice President Mike Pence urged fellow Republicans to condemn the Russian invasion of Ukraine, saying “there is no room in this party for apologists for Putin,” during a speech on Friday night. Speaking at a fundraiser of the GOP’s top donors in New
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Huffington Post
Mike Pence Counters Trump Russia Rhetoric: No Room In GOP For 'Apologists For Putin'
WASHINGTON (AP) — Former Vice President Mike Pence urged Republicans to move on from the 2020 election and declared that “there is no room in this party for apologists for Putin” as he further cemented his break from former President Donald Trump. Pence, in
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DUKE, MIKE, KRZYZEWSKI, GAME
CNN
North Carolina defeats Duke, spoils Mike Krzyzewski's final home game
(CNN) University of North Carolina spoiled Duke University head coach Mike Krzyzewski's final home at Cameron Indoor Stadium on Saturday. The Tar Heels defeated the #4 ranked Blue Devils 94-81 to hand their rivals their fifth loss of the season. After 42
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Fox News
Coach K's Cameron farewell: No. 4 Duke upset by archrival North Carolina
DURHAM, N.C. — North Carolina spoiled the emotional home finale of retiring Hall of Famer Mike Krzyzewski, beating fourth-ranked rival Duke 94-81 on Saturday night at Cameron Indoor Stadium. The day that was all about the coach who has 1,196 career victories
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NPR
Mike Krzyzewski is coaching his final home game with the Duke Blue Devils
Mike Krzyzewski is coaching his final home game with the Duke Blue Devils Enlarge this image toggle caption Grant Halverson/Getty Images Grant Halverson/Getty Images After a coaching career spanning more than four decades, Saturday is Coach Mike Krzyzewski's
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Fox News
Mike Krzyzewski's time in Duke-UNC men's basketball rivalry coming to end
Legendary Duke men’s basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski will coach his home finale against North Carolina Saturday in what could very well be his final matchup against the Tar Heels. Duke, under Krzyzewski, clinched at least a share of the ACC regular-season
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CNN
Duke basketball head coach Mike Krzyzewski coaches final home game after 42 seasons
(CNN) Duke University's Mike Krzyzewski, the all-time winningest coach in men's Division I college basketball, is set to coach his final home game in North Carolina on Saturday after announcing his retirement last year. The Duke Blue Devils are scheduled to
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RYAN, LETHAL, MITCHELL, WEAPON
New York Times
Mitchell Ryan, Who Played the Villain in ‘Lethal Weapon,’ Dies at 88
Mitchell Ryan, an actor known for his role in the gothic soap opera “Dark Shadows” and who played a heroin-dealing retired general in the action movie “Lethal Weapon,” died at his home in Los Angeles on Friday. He was 88. The cause was heart failure, Ro Diamond,
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Fox News
Mitchell Ryan, 'Dark Shadows' and 'Lethal Weapon' actor, dead at 88
Actor Mitchell Ryan died on Friday. He was 88. The actor was known for playing a villainous general in the first "Lethal Weapon" movie, a ruthless businessman on TV's "Santa Barbara" and had character roles on the soap opera "Dark Shadows" and the sitcom
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NY Daily News
‘Dark Shadows,’ ‘Lethal Weapon’ actor Mitchell Ryan dies at 88
Ryan’s career kicked off in 1958 with an uncredited role in Robert Mitchum’s film “Thunder Road.” He went on to appear in “Lethal Weapon” as a general-turned heroin smuggler as well as a police officer in “Magnum Force” and “Electra Glide in Blue.” Ryan then
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NPR
'Dark Shadows,' 'Lethal Weapon' actor Mitchell Ryan dies at 88
'Dark Shadows,' 'Lethal Weapon' actor Mitchell Ryan dies at 88 Enlarge this image toggle caption Dan Grossi/AP Dan Grossi/AP LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mitchell Ryan, who played a villainous general in the first "Lethal Weapon" movie, a ruthless businessman on TV's
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ABC
'Dark Shadows,' 'Lethal Weapon' actor Mitchell Ryan dies
Mitchell Ryan, who played a villainous general in the first “Lethal Weapon” movie, a ruthless businessman on TV’s “Santa Barbara” and had character roles on the soap opera “Dark Shadows” and the 1990s sitcom “Dharma & Greg,” has died LOS ANGELES -- Mitchell
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TIMES, JOHNNY, BROWN, GOOD
Newsmax
Johnny Brown, Bookman from 'Good Times,' Dies
Comedian and actor Johnny Brown, best known for his role as building superintendent "Bookman" on the CBS hit 70s television show "Good Times," died of cardiac arrest on March 2 at the age of 84, TMZ reported Saturday. Brown’s daughter, Sharon Catherine Brown,
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CNN
'Good Times' actor Johnny Brown dies at 84
(CNN) Actor Johnny Brown, who played building superintendent Nathan Bookman on the 1970s sitcom "Good Times," has died, according to an Instagram post from his daughter, Sharon Brown. He was 84 and died on March 2, his daughter said. "It's too terrible. It
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Fox News
Johnny Brown, 'Good Times' actor, dead at 84
Johnny Brown, best known for his role as the housing project superintendent Nathan Bookman on the TV show "Good Times," has died. He was 84 and no cause of death was given by his family, who announced his death on Instagram. Daughter and actress Sharon Catherine
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New York Post
‘Good Times’ actor Johnny Brown dead at 84
Beloved Good Times actor Johnny Brown has died at 84 years old. His family mourned the “tough loss” in a social media post saying he was “snatched from their lives.” Johnny’s daughter and Broadway actress Sharon Catherine Brown shared the news on her Instagram
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RUSSIA, WAR, UKRAINE, TASTE
NPR
Russia-Ukraine war: What happened today (March 5)
Russia-Ukraine war: What happened today (March 5) Enlarge this image toggle caption Chris McGrath/Getty Images Chris McGrath/Getty Images As Saturday comes to a close in Kyiv and Moscow, here is a look at the key developments of the day: Ukraine is asking
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Breitbart
A Taste of Their Own Medicine: Russia Blacklists Facebook, Twitter
The Russian government has reportedly blocked access to Facebook and Twitter completely in the country in response to the social media Masters of the Universe placing restrictions on Russian state media. The Guardian reports that Russia has blocked access
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New York Times
TikTok Is Gripped by the Violence and Misinformation of Ukraine War
TikTok and other social media platforms are also under pressure from U.S. lawmakers and Ukrainian officials to curb Russian misinformation about the war, especially from state-backed media outlets such as Russia Today and Sputnik. In response, YouTube has said
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NPR
The State Department tells Americans to leave Russia immediately
The State Department tells Americans to leave Russia immediately Enlarge this image toggle caption Pavel Golovkin/AP Pavel Golovkin/AP The U.S. State Department is telling U.S. citizens in Russia to leave the country "immediately." The new travel advisory
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FLORIDA, FIRE, HOMES, PANHANDLE
New York Times
Florida Fire Consumes 1,400 Acres and Continues to Grow
Over 600 homes have been evacuated in Bay County on the Florida Panhandle as a fast-moving wildfire that has been burning since Friday afternoon continued to resist containment efforts. By Saturday afternoon, 24 hours after the Adkins Avenue fire began near
Accessed 2022-03-05 18:25 ET
New York Post
‘Significant’ wildfires rage in Florida panhandle, more than 1K homes evacuated
Thousands of Florida residents were seeking shelter from raging wildfires that swept across their state’s western panhandle Saturday. More than 12,100 acres were ablaze as downed trees from 2018’s Hurricane Michael, strong winds and low humidity created “the
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CNN
Firefighters work to contain Bay County wildfire in Florida
(CNN) Crews are working Saturday to contain the Bay County wildfire that has consumed at least 1,400 acres in the Florida Panhandle, Gov. Ron DeSantis said at a press conference. "Right now, the main focus is, of course, is getting the fire contained, but
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ABC
Fire forces evacuation of 600 homes in Florida Panhandle
Residents in 600 homes in the Florida Panhandle have been evacuated as a wildfire destroyed two houses and damaged 12 others, in an area that has spent the past three years recovering from the devastation of Hurricane Michael PANAMA CITY, Fla. -- Residents
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SEIZES, ITALY, MILLION, WEALTH
ABC
Italy seizes $156 million in oligarch wealth, pressing Putin
European governments are moving against Russian oligarchs to put pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin to back down on his war in Ukraine, seizing superyachts and other luxury properties from billionaires on sanctions lists MILAN -- European governments
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Newsmax
Italy Seizes Oligarchs' Villas, Yachts to Put Pressure on Russia
Italian police have seized villas and yachts worth 143 million euros ($156 million) from five high-profile Russians who were placed on sanctions lists following Moscow's attack on Ukraine, the government said Saturday. The luxury properties were sequestered
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New York Post
Italy seizes more than $150 million in yachts and villas from Russian oligarchs
These oligarchs’ high lives are over — at least in Italy. Italian police have seized more than $150 million worth of yachts and villas from four superrich Russians who had been placed on an EU sanctions list after Moscow attacked Ukraine, sources told Reuters
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Washington Times
Italy seizes $156 million in oligarch wealth, pressing Putin
MILAN — European governments are moving against Russian oligarchs to put pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin to back down on his war in Ukraine, seizing superyachts and other luxury properties from billionaires on sanctions lists. Italy since Friday
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UKRAINE, AIRBNBS, BOOKING, PEOPLE
NPR
People are booking Airbnbs in Ukraine — not to stay, but to lend their support
People are booking Airbnbs in Ukraine — not to stay, but to lend their support Enlarge this image toggle caption Dan Kitwood/Getty Images Dan Kitwood/Getty Images Some people have found a novel way to get money to Ukrainians as their country is under attack
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Breitbart
Thousands Book Airbnbs in Ukraine, Raising $1.9 Million for Hosts
People worldwide are showing their support for Ukrainian citizens by booking Airbnbs in the war-stricken country without the intention of staying in them. The trend began as a social media movement Wednesday. Within days, thousands of people from the United
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CNN
People around the world are booking Airbnbs in Ukraine. They don't plan to check in
(CNN) — Volodymyr Bondarenko spends most of his day holed up in his apartment in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv. Between listening for air-raid sirens and frantically messaging family for updates, he trades messages with a flurry of Airbnb guests booking his
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GAS, PRICES, AVERAGE, ANALYSTS
Conservative Daily News
‘Hate To Say It’: Elon Musk Says US Must Boost Fossil Fuel Production ‘Immediately’
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the U.S. must “immediately” increase its production of crude oil and natural gas amid the ongoing Ukraine crisis which has roiled energy markets. “Hate to say it, but we need to increase oil & gas output immediately,” Musk tweeted
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USA Today
Soaring gas prices should reach a national average of $4 per gallon by Monday, analysts expect
Gas prices just keep climbing higher, and a gallon of regular gas in the U.S. will likely average $4 before the end of the weekend, analysts projected Saturday. The cost of gasoline has risen in recent weeks as Russia's invasion of Ukraine applies pressure
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CNN
Gas prices continue to surge with biggest jump since Hurricane Katrina
New York (CNN Business) US gas prices jumped another 8 cents a gallon in Saturday's reading, a bit slower than Friday's 11-cent increase but still faster than any other spike in prices since Hurricane Katrina in 2005. The national average price for a gallon
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TRUMP, PUTIN, DONALD, MEDIATE
Fox News
Israel’s Bennett speaks with Putin, Zelenskyy separately in effort to mediate Ukraine crisis
TEL AVIV — Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett held talks with President Vladimir Putin Saturday in the Kremlin over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine , and then spoke with Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky, an attempt to mediate a conflict that has caused
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New York Times
How the Manhattan D.A.’s Investigation Into Donald Trump Unraveled
Mr. Cohen’s testimony, the prosecutors leading the investigation argued, could help to establish that Mr. Trump was intentionally misleading when he exaggerated the value of his properties. The financial statements Mr. Trump submitted to banks to secure loans
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Washington Times
Pence escalates break with Trump with attack on Putin praise
Former Vice President Mike Pence is broadening the breach with his former boss, taking a barely veiled shot at former President Donald Trump for offering mixed praise for Russian leader Vladimir Putin even as the Kremlin’s 10-day invasion of Ukraine grinds
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BETHENNY, 25M, FRANKEL, RAISES
Fox News
Bethenny Frankel raises $25M in aid for Ukraine: 'This is major'
Bethenny Frankel's BStrong initiative has reached $25 million in donations for Ukraine. The entrepreneur and "Real Housewives of New York City" alum announced the milestone in a tweet on Friday. "BSTRONG UPDATE: we have committed 15m in aid & have raised
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New York Post
‘RHONY’ alum Bethenny Frankel raises $25M for Ukraine
Bethenny Frankel has now raised $25 million for Ukraine relief efforts, the “Real Housewives of New York City” alum said in an Instagram post. Frankel, 51, said $10 million has been allocated to help relocate refugees, while another $15 million was earmarked
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GROWING, ABUSE, WHITMER, PLOT
Washington Times
Whitmer plot underlines growing abuse of women officials
Angry over COVID-19 restrictions such as the closing of gyms, people from several states met in Ohio in June 2020 to plot ways to overthrow government “tyrants,” prosecutors say. Within a week, they chose Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer as a target. The plan,
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ABC
Whitmer plot underlines growing abuse of women officials
Angry over COVID-19 restrictions such as the closing of gyms, people from several states met in Ohio in June 2020 to plot ways to overthrow government “tyrants,” prosecutors say. Within a week, they chose Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer as a target. The plan,
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WANTED, TALIBAN, BOUNTY, MAKES
Newsmax
FBI-Wanted Terrorist With $10 Million Bounty Appears for Taliban
The Taliban acting interior minister — designated a terrorist by the U.S. — said in a rare public appearance Saturday that security police guilty of misconduct in Afghanistan were being penalized after a string of abuse allegations. For the first time, photos
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Washington Times
Taliban official wanted by U.S. makes rare public appearance
KABUL, Afghanistan — The Taliban acting interior minister - designated a terrorist by the U.S. - said in a rare public appearance Saturday that security police guilty of misconduct in Afghanistan were being penalized after a string of abuse allegations. For
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RUSSIA, VATICAN, SHUN, CHURCHES
Newsmax
Local Churches Shun Vatican's Moderate Stance on Russia
The head of the Polish bishops’ conference has done what Pope Francis has so far avoided doing: He publicly condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and urged the head of the Russian Orthodox Church to use his influence with Vladimir Putin to demand an end to
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ABC
Local churches shun Vatican's moderate stance on Russia
The head of the Polish bishops’ conference has done what Pope Francis has avoided doing by publicly condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine ROME -- The head of the Polish bishops’ conference has done what Pope Francis has so far avoided doing: He publicly
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PRINCE, COUSIN, UKRAINIAN, LEADER
Fox News
Prince Michael of Kent, Queen Elizabeth's cousin, returns Russian honor amid Ukraine invasion: report
Prince Michael of Kent as returned a Russian honor bestowed upon him as the county's invasion of Ukraine continues to escalate, according to a new report. The prince, who is Queen Elizabeth II's cousin, received the Order of Friendship back in November 2009
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Fox News
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is 'every bit a hero and a leader': Prince Charles' cousin Christina Oxenberg
Like the rest of the world, Christina Oxenberg was stunned to watch the Russian-Ukraine conflict unfold. "My initial reaction was one of shock," the author told Fox News Digital. "I am deeply moved by the courage of the people of Ukraine." Oxenberg is the
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DENVER, STOLEN, BOX, HEADS
ABC
Stolen box of human heads investigated by Denver police
Police in Denver are investigating after a box of human heads was stolen from a freight company’s truck this week DENVER -- Denver police are investigating the theft of a box containing human heads from a parked freight company truck, officials said Saturday. The
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New York Post
Box of human heads stolen in Denver
A box of human heads intended for scientific research was stolen from a medical truck in Denver Thursday. Someone broke into the parked truck in broad daylight and stole the box of human remains, along with a dolly, according to KVDR. The macabre crime happened
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MASTERCARD, VISA, SUSPEND, RUSSIAN
Newsmax
Visa, Mastercard Stopping All Russian Transactions
Visa and Mastercard announced Saturday they will stop all credit card transactions connected with Russian clients and financial institutions in the upcoming days over the deadly invasion of Ukraine following a plea made by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
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Huffington Post
Mastercard, Visa Suspend Operations In Russia After Plea From Zelenskyy
Visa and Mastercard announced Saturday evening that the companies will suspend operations in Russia, following a plea to do so made by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a videoconference earlier in the day with U.S. lawmakers. The Mastercard suspension
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BLACK, RACIAL, JACKSON, LAMAR
Breitbart
Lamar Jackson Disputes Saying that Racial Bias Against Black QB’s is ‘Still There’
Lamar Jackson seemed to agree that black NFL quarterbacks still face considerable racial bias, but Jackson says that ain’t so. During his recent appearance on LeBron James’ HBO show The Barbershop, Jackson discussed the topic of racial bias with James and
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Fox News
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson says racial bias against Black quarterbacks still exists
An MVP and two Pro Bowl selections aside, Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is still looking for more. And being a Black quarterback in the NFL, Jackson thinks winning a championship would go a long way in proving his doubters wrong. Jackson appeared on the
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NEW, TIMES, TRUMP, UNRAVELED
Newsmax
NY Times: New York DA's Probe of Trump 'Unraveled'
The investigation into former President Donald Trump and his financial statements "unraveled" after a disagreement flared between two veteran prosecutors and the Manhattan district attorney, The New York Times reported Saturday. According to the report, two
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Newsmax
NY Times: New York DA'S Probe of Trump 'Unraveled'
The investigation into former President Donald Trump and his financial statements "unraveled" after a disagreement flared between two veteran prosecutors and the Manhattan district attorney, The New York Times reported Saturday. According to the report, two
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ROOST, ROLLS, DRILL, HOME
Red State
Ted Cruz Rolls out 'Energy Freedom Act' as Biden's Energy-Dependent Chickens Come Home to Roost
Grab the popcorn and pull up a chair. Texas Senator Ted Cruz, on Friday, introduced a comprehensive energy independence bill, which will undoubtedly lead the Democrat Party to pretend to lose its collective “climate change” minds over the mere thought of American
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Town Hall
Drill, Baby, Drill—Especially Offshore
The opinions expressed by columnists are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Townhall.com. "WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) joined Sens. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) to introduce the
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FREIGHT, AMTRAK, TRAIN, SUSPENDS
CNN
Amtrak suspends service between DC and Philadelphia for the weekend after a freight train derailed
(CNN) Amtrak has temporarily suspended service between Washington, DC, and Philadelphia for the weekend after a freight train derailed, the railroad service said Saturday. The derailment was in Perryman, Maryland, Amtrak said. Norfolk Southern, owner the
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Washington Times
Freight train derailment prompts changes to Amtrak schedule
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Norfolk Southern freight train derailment has led Amtrak to make changes to its East Coast schedule, according to a news release on Saturday. Norfolk Southern said 20 loaded coal cars derailed approximately 20 miles (32 km) north of Baltimore.
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KETANJI, BRING, SUPREME, BROWN
NPR
What a Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson could bring to the Supreme Court
What a Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson could bring to the Supreme Court NPR's Michel Martin to speaks with Fatima Goss Graves, president and CEO of the National Women's Law Center, about the historic nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court. Law
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NPR
Ketanji Brown Jackson could bring public defender background to Supreme Court
Ketanji Brown Jackson could bring public defender background to Supreme Court NPR's Michel Martin to speaks with former Federal Public Defender Martin Sabelli about why he thinks so few public defenders are appointed to federal judgeships. Law Ketanji Brown
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LATE, FEDERER, COMEBACK, SUMMER
ABC
Federer says his comeback will not be before late summer
Roger Federer says any tournament comeback from his knee surgery last year will not be until at least the late summer LENZERHEIDE, Switzerland -- Roger Federer said Saturday any tournament comeback from his knee surgery last year will not be until at least
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Fox News
Roger Federer says his comeback will not be before late summer
Roger Federer said Saturday any tournament comeback from his knee surgery last year will not be until at least the late summer. The 40-year-old tennis great gave an update on his lengthy rehabilitation to Swiss broadcaster SRF when he attended a women's
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FATALLY, SHOT, FATHER, HOLDING
Breitbart
Police: Father Fatally Shot in Washington D.C. While Caring for 2 Children
Police say a father was fatally shot as he walked down a Washington, DC, street Friday while carrying his infant and holding his five-year-old’s hand. “It’s one of the most horrible things we’ve had here in the fifth district in several years,” said Commander
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New York Post
DC man fatally shot in street while carrying baby, holding hand of another child
A man was shot and killed while carrying a baby in a car seat and holding the hand of a 5-year-old girl in Washington, DC on Friday morning, according to law enforcement officials. Sedrick Miller, 42, was gunned don at around 8:30 a.m. on the 2300 block of
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UPDATES, LIVE, UKRAINIAN, RUSSIAN
New York Times
Live Updates: As Ukrainians Slow Russia’s Advance, Putin Threatens Loss of Statehood
CHISINAU, Moldova — Russia’s war in Ukraine has caused the fastest-moving flow of refugees in Europe since the end of World War II, the head of the United Nations refugee agency said on Saturday. In the 10 days since the war began, at least 1.2 million people
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New York Times
Live Updates: Limited Cease-Fire for Ukrainian City Collapses Amid Russian Shelling
CHISINAU, Moldova — Russia’s war in Ukraine has caused the fastest-moving flow of refugees in Europe since the end of World War II, the head of the United Nations refugee agency said on Saturday. In the 10 days since the war began, at least 1.2 million people
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MLB, PLAYERS, TRAINING, OWNERS
CNN
MLB lockout: What is it? Why is it happening? When is it over?
CNN — Major League Baseball’s biggest stars and newest faces should be at their respective spring training camps in Florida and Arizona preparing for Opening Day on March 31. Instead, MLB ownership announced on Tuesday that it will begin canceling regular
Accessed 2022-03-05 13:25 ET
CNN
MLB cancels more spring training games as negotiations drag on between owners and players
(CNN) Major League Baseball on Friday canceled spring training games through at least March 17 as negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement between the league and the players' union drag on. On Tuesday, MLB postponed the March 31 Opening Day and
Accessed 2022-03-05 03:25 ET
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STUDENT, BATTERY, TEACHER, SLAPPING
ABC
Teacher accused of slapping student charged with battery
A northern Indiana teacher accused of striking a student across the face has been charged with battery causing moderate injury ELKHART, Ind. -- A northern Indiana teacher accused of grabbing a student and slapping him across the face has been charged with
Accessed 2022-03-05 19:25 ET
NY Daily News
Indiana teacher arrested on battery charge after video shows him slapping student in the face
A video of the incident, which took place late last month, appears to show a man jogging down a hallway, grabbing a student’s backpack, and then hitting the student in the face, causing his head to strike the wall behind him.
Accessed 2022-03-05 17:25 ET
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DEFENSE, 2022, MEDIA, BEIJING
Breitbart
Chinese Media Predicts Beijing Will Boost 2022 Defense Budget by 7%
China’s defense budget for 2022 is expected to grow by “about seven percent” compared to last year when the figure was $209 billion, China’s state-run Global Times reported on Thursday. “Multiple military experts reached by the Global Times believe that the
Accessed 2022-03-05 22:25 ET
Newsmax
China to Raise Defense Spending by 7.1% to $229 Billion
China is raising its defense spending in 2022 by 7.1% to $229 billion, up from a 6.8% increase the year before. Saturday’s announcement marks a continuation of the robust spending that has given China an increasingly powerful military that is challenging the
Accessed 2022-03-05 01:25 ET
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COVID, HOUSE, WHITE, CONGRESS
Fox News
White House says COVID-19 money on 'empty' as it ties approval to Ukraine aid
The White House is warning that the U.S. will soon begin to run out of money for COVID-19 supplies unless Congress acts to approve more funding. Officials say more money is needed for antibody treatments, preventative pills and to fund testing sites. BIDEN
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Newsmax
White House: Congress Must Act Soon to Replenish COVID Funds
The U.S. will soon begin to run out of money to bolster COVID-19 testing supplies and to guarantee that uninsured Americans keep getting free treatment for the virus unless Congress swiftly approves more funding, the White House warned. Nearly a year after
Accessed 2022-03-05 01:25 ET
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MOTION, DISMISS, SUSSMANN, DURHAM
Red State
Durham Rips Apart the Sussmann Motion to Dismiss and Lays out the Clinton Connection
I’m guessing someone didn’t like all the coverage of the Clinton connection to the Durham probe and the allegations in the Durham filing in the case against former Clinton campaign lawyer Michael Sussmann that revealed that servers connected to President Donald
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Fox News
Durham asks court to deny Sussmann motion to dismiss, arguing false statement 'capable of influencing' FBI
Special Counsel John Durham argues Clinton campaign lawyer Michael Sussmann "misled" the FBI in September 2016 by "disseminating highly explosive allegations" about candidate Donald Trump on behalf of the "opposing presidential campaign," without disclosing
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STOLI, VODKA, ANNOUNCES, DISTANCE
CNN
Stoli vodka announces rebrand
New York (CNN) The maker of Stolichnaya vodka announced a major rebrand Friday, in direct response to its founder's "vehement position" against the Putin regime and the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Bottles of Stolichnaya vodka seen displayed in 2020. The vodka,
Accessed 2022-03-05 12:25 ET
New York Post
Stolichnaya vodka rebrands as Stoli to distance itself from Russia
One Stolichnaya — er, Stoli — please. The famous Russian-themed vodka is now just to be known by its nickname “Stoli,” one of the companies behind the brand said in a news release. The move is a “direct response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine,” Stoli/SPI
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WARNE, SHANE, ELIZABETH, DEATH
Fox News
Elizabeth Hurley reacts to ex-fiancé Shane Warne's death
Elizabeth Hurley posted a heartfelt tribute to her ex-fiancé Shane Warne whose sudden death was confirmed Friday. "I feel like the sun has gone behind a cloud forever. RIP my beloved Lionheart," Hurley captioned a series of photographs of her and Warne on
Accessed 2022-03-05 11:25 ET
Newsmax
Shane Warne, One of Cricket's Iconic Players, Dies at 52
Shane Warne, widely regarded as one of the greatest players, most astute tacticians and ultimate competitors in the long history of cricket, has died. He was 52. Known around the cricket globe as “Warnie,” he revived and elevated the art of leg spin bowling
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AFFORDABLE, RESETTLING, HOUSING, AFGHANS
Washington Times
Afghans resettling in U.S. struggle to find affordable housing
IRVINE, Calif. (AP) — After fleeing her home in now-Taliban controlled Afghanistan, Mozhgan Entazari did everything she could to find a new one for her family in the sunny, palm tree-lined communities of Southern California. The 34-year-old mother of two scoured
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Fox News
Afghans resettling in US struggle to find affordable housing
After fleeing her home in now-Taliban controlled Afghanistan, Mozhgan Entazari did everything she could to find a new one for her family in the sunny, palm tree-lined communities of Southern California. The 34-year-old mother of two scoured options on Zillow
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