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The rouble has slumped by as much as 40% against the dollar, after Western nations announced new sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
Russia Ukraine War Live: Ukraine Says Application Signed For EU Membership Amid Russia Attack
Talks between Ukraine and Russia have started at Belarussian border, news agency Reuters informed quoting an Ukrainian presidential advisor, as Moscow's invasion of its neighbour reached Day 5.
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Analysis: Is the Ukraine-Russia meeting a path forward or political sideshow? | CNN
The stage was set for a meeting between Russia and Ukraine Monday on the Ukrainian-Belarusian border, near the Pripyat River.
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Asian shares rise amid Russia-Ukraine talks, oil worries
Asian shares have advanced as investors eye talks between Ukraine and Russia aimed at trying to end the war. The two sides only agreed to keep talking.
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2024 GOP presidential hopefuls take stage at CPAC
Former President Donald Trump headlined the annual Conservative Political Action Conference Saturday night in Orlando where 2024 presidential hopefuls took the stage. NBC News’ Vaughn Hillyard breaks down the field of GOP contenders.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene downplays speaking at a conference founded by white nationalist
Republicans have criticized Greene's attendance, though some have ignored or claimed they didn't know about it.
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Live updates: US official: Belarus may join Ukraine invasion
The latest on the Russia’s invasion of Ukraine:
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Protesters against Russia’s war on Ukraine rally at White House and Russian Embassy in DC - Washington Examiner
Demonstrations were held in Washington, D.C., in support of Ukraine on the fourth day of Russia's assault on the country. People gathered in front of the White House and the Russian Embassy to the United States to condemn the invasion and to call for "more action" to be taken to support the...
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Ukraine agrees to meet with Russia Monday; Belarus could join Russian invasion: recaps
Russian troops have reached Kharkiv, Ukraine. The EU says it will finance military equipment to help Ukraine; the Russian ruble sank in early trading.
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Peace talks ended between Russia and Ukraine, no breakthrough as shelling continues
Russia and Ukraine met for talks on the Belarusian border Monday morning.
www.nbcnews.comJan. 6 select committee zeroes in on another Alex Jones associate
The panel has subpoenaed records for Annette Shroyer, the mother of Jones employee Owen Shroyer.
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Ukrainian digital marketplace cuts off Russian customers
Companies around the world have shifted policies in response to Russia's invasion.
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CBS Journalist Apologizes For Saying Ukraine More 'Civilized' Than Iraq, Afghanistan
The comparison was one of many made in the media that have been criticized as racist and dehumanizing.
Barr says Trump ‘lost his grip’ in forthcoming memoir
Former Attorney General William Barr writes in his forthcoming memoir that former President Trump “lost his grip” after the 2020 presidential election, also urging the Republican Party to find a di…
thehill.com'Almost treasonous': Romney condemns GOP voices backing Putin
Sen. Mitt Romney said "it just makes me ill" to see people inside of the Republican Party praise Russian President Vladimir Putin as he wages war against Ukraine.
Google temporarily disables Google Maps live traffic data in Ukraine
Company cites safety of local communities for suspending real-time information
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Vulnerable U.S. electric grid facing threats from Russia and domestic terrorists
Bill Whitaker reports that a coordinated attack on a relatively small number of critical substations could plunge the U.S. into darkness.
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Police in Russia detain over 2,000 protesters in massive crackdown on anti-war demonstrations
More than 5,200 Russians have been detained since Putin ordered the invasion of Ukraine last Thursday, monitoring groups say.
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U.S. protests Israel's refusal to back UN resolution condemning Russia
87 countries signed the resolution, but not Israel.
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WATCH: Fox reporter scolds Douglas Macgregor for sounding like a ‘Putin apologist’ - Washington Examiner
A Fox News reporter chastised retired Army Col. Douglas Macgregor on-air after he claimed Ukraine is about to be defeated by invading Russian forces and needs to negotiate.Jennifer Griffin, a national security correspondent for Fox News, added to a growing list of examples in recent days in...
www.washingtonexaminer.com‘Leaders lead during crises’, White House says, as Biden polling plummets
Press secretary promises ‘optimism’ in face of war and inflation despite worrying Post-ABC poll two days before State of the UnionTrump hints at 2024 presidential bid in CPAC speechRussia-Ukraine war latest news: follow live updates President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the US response to the...
What's next for Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson? A high-profile confirmation process
Biden nominated Ketanji Brown Jackson as his Supreme Court nominee, kicking off a high-profile Senate confirmation process.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: List of key developments from Day 4
As the Russian offensive enters its fourth day, we take a look at the key events during the day.
Photos: Protests against the Russian invasion
In Russia, in the United States and in numerous other countries, people gathered Sunday to demonstrate against Russia's vicious invasion of neighboring Ukraine.
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How the left could win even if Democrats lose
If Dems lose their majority in the midterms, a strengthened left could emerge more influential in a diluted Democratic Party.
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Japan joins sanctions on Russian central bank, says 'Japan is with Ukraine'
Japan will join the international sanctions on Russia's central bank by limiting transactions with it, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Monday, after telling Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy that Japan would stand by its side.
Las Vegas police search for suspects in hookah bar shooting
Police in Las Vegas are searching for suspects after 14 people were shot during a party at a Las Vegas hookah lounge.
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Several states restrict Russian vodka sales in solidarity with Ukraine
Several U.S. states have moved to remove Russian vodka from bars and store shelves as Moscow continues its full-scale military assault on Ukraine. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) dire…
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Russia invades Ukraine live updates for Sunday, Feb. 27
Governments, private businesses and global organizations took more measures to protest Russia's actions against Ukraine. The European Union is sending military aid to the besieged nation, and a British energy giant is cutting ties to a Russian oil company.
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‘Pariah state’: Russia faces sporting fallout over Ukraine war
The consequences of the war are rippling through the sports world, as athletes and fans express solidarity with Ukraine.
Veteran interpreter breaks down in tears after Zelensky remarks
A veteran interpreter broke down in tears on Sunday while translating Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s speech for a German news outlet.In an emotional video shared on social media,&nbs…
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In Wisconsin, Democratic governor confronts high stakes, tough odds in re-election fight
Gov. Tony Evers' approval ratings are down, while voter worries over crime and inflation are up, the latest polling suggests.
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Analysis: Why the US isn’t sending troops into Ukraine | CNN Politics
Russia’s unprovoked assault on Ukraine, now in its fourth day, has faced universal condemnation from Western powers.
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How Russian efforts to influence D.C. took off in recent years
The numbers show the scale of a lobbying-and-propaganda apparatus now crumbling under the weight of U.S. sanctions.
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Ukraine’s ‘Azov’ fighters seen greasing bullets in pig fat for Chechen Muslim invaders - Washington Examiner
Shocking new video shared online shows Ukraine's controversial Azov fighters dipping bullets in pig fat to shoot at Chechen Muslims set to invade their country on behalf of Russia.The Azov fighters are linked to a neo-Nazi volunteer militia that became part of the Ukrainian National Guard in...
www.washingtonexaminer.comRussia invades Ukraine live updates for Sunday, Feb. 27
Governments, private businesses and global organizations took more measures to protest Russia's actions against Ukraine. The European Union is sending military aid to the besieged nation, and a British energy giant is cutting ties to a Russian oil company.
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Social media videos show fighting on Ukraine streets
Wrongful Detainees: Americans unjustly held abroad by foreign governments
The vast majority of Americans wrongfully imprisoned abroad today are not held by terrorist groups, but by foreign governments. Lesley Stahl reports.
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Hawley reiterates call for Canada to be placed on religious liberty watch list as pastor remains jailed
Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., reiterated his call for Canada to be placed on a special watch list of religious liberty violators as the country continues to imprison a Christian pastor who addressed the Freedom Convoy on the U.S.-Canada border earlier this month.
Photos: Ukraine's civilian forces grow as more enlist in the fight against Russia
Russia began its invasion of Ukraine on Thursday, Feb. 24, targeting cities across the country. The assault has upended the lives of everyday Ukrainians.
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Putin puts nuclear forces on high alert, escalating tensions
President Vladimir Putin has ordered Russian nuclear forces on high alert amid tensions with the West over his invasion of Ukraine.
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Russia-Ukraine live updates: EU takes bold steps to aid Ukraine forces
Live updates on the Russia-Ukraine crisis.
Norway's sovereign wealth fund to divest Russian assets
Norway's $1.3 trillion state-backed investment fund is the largest in the world.
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Live updates: US official: Belarus may join Ukraine invasion
A senior U.S. intelligence official says Belarus is expected to send troops into Ukraine as soon as Monday to fight alongside Russian forces that invaded Ukraine last week.
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EXPLAINER: Does Putin's alert change risk of nuclear war?
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s implied threat to turn the Ukraine crisis into a nuclear war presents President Joe Biden and U.S. allies with choices rarely contemplated in the atomic age.
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‘I’ve got morons on my team’: Romney blasts pro-Putin support among GOP | CNN Politics
Republican Sen. Mitt Romney of Utah on Sunday blasted his fellow GOP members who attended a White nationalist event and those who support Russia President Vladimir Putin as the country invades Ukraine.
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Biden's Russia sanctions may let Moscow profit from oil, gas
There's a glaring carve-out in President Joe Biden’s sanctions against Russia, and that's oil and natural gas, which will continue to flow freely to the rest of the world.
apnews.comThe backdrop of Biden’s State of the Union is crazy. But it won’t be the craziest.
Behold, an oral history of the speech Clinton gave to Congress while its members weighed impeaching him.
Russian advance slowed by Ukrainian resistance and logistical setbacks, U.S. defense official says
"The Ukrainians are putting up a very stiff and brave and heroic resistance, but we are only in Day Four," the senior defense official said.
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U.N. General Assembly to meet in rare emergency session on Russian invasion
It will be only the 11th such session in history.
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Zelensky emerges as global hero in Ukraine battle against Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has emerged as a hero to his nation’s citizens and far beyond as the former actor and comedian first elected in 2019 remains in his country at grea…
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'Erratic'? 'Delusional'? Lawmakers question Putin's stability as he puts nuclear forces on alert
"I have met with him many times, and this is a different Putin," said former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. "He seems erratic."
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Pompeo slams Taylor-Greene for ‘playing footsie’ with ‘anti-Semitic neo-Nazis’
Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo condemned Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) on Sunday for “playing footsie” with white nationalist Nick Fuentes, who hosted a conference she atte…
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February 27, 2022 Russia-Ukraine news | CNN
The two sides agree to meet at the Belarus border Monday, Ukrainian President Zelensky’s office says, as Russian President Putin put nuclear forces on alert. Follow here for live news updates from the ground in Ukraine.
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Ukraine invasion: EU shuts airspace to Russian planes
Russian planes will now be unable to land in, take off from or fly over any EU nation.
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Washington Post: Bill Barr says Trump ‘has neither the temperament nor persuasive powers’ of a leader | CNN Politics
Former US Attorney General Bill Barr thinks former President Donald Trump “has shown he has neither the temperament nor persuasive powers” of a leader, according to excerpts of his forthcoming book obtained by The Washington Post.
www.cnn.comPutin's Aggression Leaves His Right-Wing Fan Club Squirming
ROME — For years, a global choir of right-wing politicians has sung the praises of Vladimir Putin. They looked up to the Russian strongman as a defender of closed borders, Christian conservatism and bare-chested machismo in an era of liberal identity politics and Western globalization. Fawning...
Virginia ABC bans Russian vodka - Washington Examiner
Facing calls to ban Russian vodka at state-run liquor stores around the nation, the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority today said it would no longer sell the drinks.In a tweet, ABC said, “In the spirit of Gov. [Glenn] Youngkin’s call for decisive action in support of Ukraine, Virginia...
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Europe stares down Putin’s nuclear threat: ‘Everything is on the table right now’ - Washington Examiner
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s open threat to use nuclear weapons against NATO allies supporting Ukraine appears to European officials to be a watershed in high-stakes brinkmanship that could foreshadow a new level of carnage in Ukraine.The threat is, first, a sign of “desperation and...
www.washingtonexaminer.com'Almost treasonous': Romney condemns GOP voices backing Putin
Sen. Mitt Romney said "it just makes me ill" to see people inside of the Republican Party praise Russian President Vladimir Putin as he wages war against Ukraine.
Peace talks ended between Russia and Ukraine, no breakthrough as shelling continues
Russia and Ukraine met for talks on the Belarusian border Monday morning.
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West unleashes SWIFT bans, more crushing penalties on Russia
The United States and its European allies have agreed to levy the most potentially crippling sanctions yet on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
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Kyiv mayor says city is surrounded, later walks it back - Washington Examiner
Kyiv's mayor stated that the city had been surrounded by the Russian military. Mayor Vitali Klitschko initially claimed that the city was surrounded and that they are no longer able to evacuate civilians from the city, only to deny the claim later. "We can’t do that, because all ways are...
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Liz Cheney says Russia sanctions "ought to go further" to punish Putin, oligarchs
"We certainly haven't reached the limit" on sanctions against Russia, Cheney said.
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Russia’s nuclear weapons threat raises Western fears
Russia’s violent invasion of Ukraine has upped Western fears of a potential nuclear conflict. Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday ordered his country’s deterrence forc…
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Putin’s strategic failure and ‘miscalculations’ play out on the world stage, experts weigh in
Ukrainian forces continue to fend off Russian troops as fighting persists Sunday, prompting apparent frustration from Russian President Vladimir Putin and questions regarding strategic miscalculations.
Condoleezza Rice describes Putin as 'delusional,' 'erratic'
Former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said that Russian President Vladimir Putin "seems erratic," adding he has an "ever-deepening, delusional rendering of history."Rice said on "Fox News Sunday" that she's met with Putin many times, noting that he was always a "KGB man" and...
Five takeaways from CPAC 2022
The annual Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) made clear that former President Trump remains the single most influential figure among the GOP’s grassroots. But the three-day gathe…
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Kyiv’s mayor: ‘We are encircled’ but full of fight
“We show our character, our knowledge, our values," Vitali Klitschko said.
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Trump wins CPAC 2024 straw poll, DeSantis is second but more than 30 points behind
DeSantis dominated without Trump on the ballot, winning 61% of the attendees, including two-thirds of Trump supporters.
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Schumer to meet with Biden’s Supreme Court pick Wednesday
Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) will meet with federal appeals court judge Ketanji Brown Jackson at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, launching the start of Supreme Court nominee’s Capito…
thehill.comAt CPAC, Trump delivers a reminder of his muscle
CPAC offered a powerful rejoinder to those who believe the former president's influence over the GOP is waning.
Putin's Critics Call for Boycotts of Russian Vodka
Vodka, a drink that was popularized in the West by James Bond and that has long been one of Russia’s most visible exports, is the target of international anger over the Russian invasion of Ukraine. In New Hampshire, where liquor and wine are sold through state-run stores, Gov. Chris Sununu, a...
U.S. ambassador to U.N. says Putin's order to put nuclear forces on alert "totally unacceptable"
"It just means that we have to ramp up our efforts here at the United Nations and elsewhere to hold him accountable," she said.
www.cbsnews.comIn Wisconsin, Democratic governor confronts high stakes, tough odds in re-election fight
Gov. Tony Evers' approval ratings are down, while voter worries over crime and inflation are up, the latest polling suggests.
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Putin's nuclear alert part of 'pattern' of 'manufacturing threats': Psaki
White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Russia's decision to put its nation's nuclear deterrent forces on a state of alert was part of a "pattern."
In major shift for Europe, Germany to spend $113B on defense
The announcement came hours before Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered Russian nuclear forces put on high alert.
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Latest Russia-Ukraine updates: Kyiv to hold talks with Moscow
Ukraine news from February 27: Putin puts Russia’s nuclear forces on high alert as Kyiv agrees to talks.
Kyiv mayor proud of citizens' spirit, anxious about future
As Russian troops draw closer to the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv's mayor is filled with pride over his citizens’ spirit and anxious about how long they can hold out.
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Inside the months of work that allowed the US and its allies to turn Russia into a financial pariah overnight | CNN Politics
The speed and ferocity of financial sanctions being deployed against Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine are without precedent. Over the weekend, the US and its Western allies took a series of dramatic steps that just days earlier were seen as unlikely.
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Opinion | Why should Americans care about Ukraine?
The Russia-Ukraine conflict is geographically distant, but the consequences of Putin's aggression could have ripple effects beyond Eastern Europe.
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Ukraine conflict: Your guide to understanding day four
The EU is sending arms to Ukraine and banning Russian flights. Here's what you need to know after Day Four of the war.
www.bbc.comRepublican Tom Cotton refuses four times to condemn Trump on Ukraine
Stephanopoulos tries repeatedly to prise comment from himTrump hints at 2024 presidential bid in CPAC speechRussia-Ukraine war latest news: follow live updates Senator Tom Cotton, a Republican from Arkansas, is a military veteran and foreign policy hawk with reputed presidential ambitions from...
‘Double standards’: Western coverage of Ukraine war criticised
Social media users accuse media of hypocrisy in its coverage of Russia’s war on Ukraine compared with other conflicts.
February 27, 2022 Russia-Ukraine news | CNN
The two sides agree to meet at the Belarus border Monday, Ukrainian President Zelensky’s office says, as Russian President Putin put nuclear forces on alert. Follow here for live news updates from the ground in Ukraine.
www.cnn.comHow Canada became America's new culture war
Even as the world watches Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump is fixated on Justin Trudeau. "You’re either with the peaceful truckers or you are with the left-wing fascists," he said Saturday night in a speech.
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Live coverage: Ukraine says 352 civilians dead amid Russian invasion
Russian forces entered Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, on Sunday as Moscow’s invasion of its neighbor intensifies.The Kremlin also said Russia was sending a delegation to Belaru…
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Texas governor asks retailers to remove Russian products
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) has asked retailers in the Lone Star State to remove Russian products from their shelves following Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine.Abbott, in a tweet on Saturday,…
thehill.comCPAC candidates want to weigh their options for House speaker if elected. Colleagues say Kevin McCarthy's still in good shape.
Budding Republican candidates may give Kevin McCarthy the numbers he needs to take control of the House, but their loyalty remains in question.
Key questions after Putin’s nuclear announcement
Experts weigh in after President Putin put nuclear forces on high alert in dramatic escalation of East-West tensions.
US will not use American troops to create no-fly zone in Ukraine, says UN ambassador | CNN Politics
The United States will not put US troops in the air to create a no-fly zone in Ukraine, according to the US ambassador to the United Nations.
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US urges citizens in Russia to consider leaving ‘immediately’
The U.S. is urging citizens in Russia to consider leaving the country “immediately” amid Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine.The security alert comes as more countries are closing their airspac…
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Fence being reinstalled around US Capitol for Biden speech
Officials plan to reinstall the fence around the U.S. Capitol that had stood for months after the January 2021 insurrection.
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Ukraine: Street fighting in country's second-largest city
Russian troops have entered Kharkiv, where they are figthing Ukrainian soldiers on the streets.
www.bbc.comState of the Union address will be different, Psaki acknowledges
The Russia-Ukraine war will alter what the president will talk about.
www.politico.comWho is Linda Thomas-Greenfield? US ambassador to UN takes center stage amid Russian invasion of Ukraine
Biden's ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, hit the Sunday morning talk shows to outline the White House's latest response to the crisis.
Taliban official says dozens of criminals arrested in sweeps
A Taliban government spokesman says the group's forces have arrested dozens of criminals, kidnappers and smugglers in operations across Kabul
Missouri GOP Senate showdown: Schmitt says Greitens baggage ‘definitely a concern’
Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt highlights that he’s “a fighter” and argues that he’s in the “best position” to win his state’s crowded and divisive Republican Senate primary
White House responds to Russia’s decision to put deterrence forces on high alert | CNN Politics
White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Sunday that Russian President Vladimir Putin’s decision to put Russia’s deterrence forces, which includes nuclear arms, on high alert are part of a wider pattern of unprovoked escalation and “manufactured threats” from the Kremlin.
www.cnn.comFebruary 27, 2022 Russia-Ukraine news | CNN
The two sides agree to meet at the Belarus border Monday, Ukrainian President Zelensky’s office says, as Russian President Putin put nuclear forces on alert. Follow here for live news updates from the ground in Ukraine.
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Turkey dubs Russia invasion of Ukraine ‘war’ in shift of rhetoric
The decision could pave way for the NATO member state to enact an international pact limiting Russian naval passage.
Vice President Harris interviewed Supreme Court finalists, according to White House official | CNN Politics
Vice President Kamala Harris interviewed President Joe Biden’s three final candidates for his Supreme Court nomination, a White House official told CNN.
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Peace talks reported between Russia, Ukraine
Multiple media organizations are reporting that Ukraine and Russia will hold peace talks on the border of Ukraine and Belarus. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed to Sky News that…
thehill.com'Morons': Mitt Romney goes after Marjorie Taylor Greene and Paul Gosar for attending conference with white nationalist ties
"I'm reminded of that old line from the 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid' movie, where one character says: 'Morons. I have got morons on my team,'" the GOP senator said.
BP divesting stake in Russian oil giant over Ukraine invasion
Multinational oil and gas company BP will be divesting its approximately 20 percent stake in a Russian state-owned oil firm due to Moscow’s “act of aggression in Ukraine.̶…
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Opinion | Why the U.S. Needs to Act Fast to Prevent Russia from Weaponizing Food Supply Chains
With help from China, Putin could use the war in Ukraine to upend the global economy.
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Trump wins CPAC 2024 GOP presidential nomination straw poll, with DeSantis second
Former President Donald Trump easily wins the 2024 GOP nomination straw poll at CPAC in Orlandoz, Florida.
EU ups the ante with Russia; closes airspace, bans media
European Union announces new sanctions targeting Russian airlines, state-affiliated media.
On cusp of Biden speech, a state of disunity, funk and peril
In good times or bad, American presidents come to Congress with a diagnosis that hardly differs over the decades.
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Qatar deploys ex-spies to blunt German's World Cup criticism
As head of the German soccer federation and a FIFA executive committee member, Theo Zwanziger was among his sport’s most prominent critics of the decision to award the 2022 World Cup to Qatar.
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World judo body suspends Putin as its honorary president
Vladimir Putin has temporarily lost his most senior official position in world sports
Analysis: Ketanji Brown Jackson’s nomination is about more than symbolism – it’s about change | CNN Politics
President Joe Biden has followed through on his promise to nominate a Black woman to the US Supreme Court – and his pick has garnered much praise not only for what and whom she represents but also for what she might achieve.
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AP PHOTOS: Citizen soldiers train to repel Russian troops
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Fingernails painted pink, blue and purple pastels grip the barrel of a gun. Men line up dozens of empty wine and liquor bottles in a courtyard to make Molotov cocktails.
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Russia ‘will feel the pain,’ Thomas-Greenfield says
“We will escalate as the Russians escalate," America's ambassador to the U.N. said.
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Ukrainians under fire
Photos and maps reveal the devastation caused by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
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Ukraine invasion: Kharkiv residents describe intense battle to defend city
Local officials say the city, home to 1.4 million, is now rid of Russian troops after fierce clashes.
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Trump wins CPAC straw poll, revs up campaign speculation as Biden's polling collapses
Trump got 59 percent of the vote in the conservative gathering's informal survey.
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Clyburn urges "strong bipartisan support" for Ketanji Brown Jackson, Biden's Supreme Court pick
"This is beyond politics. This is about the country, our pursuit of a more perfect union," Clyburn said.
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3 hurt after floor collapses during house party in Colorado
Authorities say three people were taken to a hospital after a floor collapsed during a house party in a Denver area suburb
Peace talks ended between Russia and Ukraine, no breakthrough as shelling continues
Russia and Ukraine met for talks on the Belarusian border Monday morning.
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Euro backlash as FIFA refuses to expel Russia from football
FIFA drew a swift backlash from European nations for not immediately expelling Russia from World Cup qualifying and only ordering the country to play at neutral venues under the name of its federation, the Football Union of Russia
Romney: 10 years later, Russia remains ‘geopolitical foe’
The former GOP presidential candidate says his widely mocked views from 2012 are more relevant than ever.
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New York man wins $10 million lottery prize — again
Juan Hernandez said he still hasn't finished spending the millions he won the first time he struck it big on a scratch-off ticket.
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A shelling, a young girl, and hopeless moments in a hospital
In the port city of Mariupol, where Ukrainians are trying to fend off a Russian advance, an ambulance raced into a city hospital Sunday.
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Democrats look to win back Latino voters after Trump’s inroads in South Texas | CNN Politics
Former President Donald Trump dramatically improved his performance in many of the counties bordering Mexico compared to four years earlier – gains that led the GOP this year to redouble efforts to recruit and invest in South Texas candidates, including many of Hispanic descent this cycle. The...
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Thomas-Greenfield says U.S. ‘looks forward’ to outcome of Ukraine-Russia peace talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had previously said Ukraine was ready for peace talks.
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Europe, Canada close their airspace to Russian airplanes
The number of countries banning Russian airplanes is growing. The European Union and Canada said Sunday they would close their airspace to Russian airlines after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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Transcript: H.R. McMaster on "Face the Nation," February 27, 2022
The following is a transcript of an interview with former national security adviser and retired Lieutenant General H.R. McMaster that aired Sunday, February 27, 2022, on "Face the Nation."
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Biden’s handling of immigration gets low marks in his own pollster’s survey
The results of the new poll come just days ahead of Biden’s State of the Union address.
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A category 4 atmospheric river is forecast to drench the Pacific Northwest early this week | CNN
A category 4 out of 5 atmospheric river is forecast to bring heavy rain, river flooding and snow to the Pacific Northwest early this week.
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Transcript: World Bank President David Malpass on "Face the Nation," February 27, 2022
The following is a transcript of an interview with World Bank President David Malpass that aired Sunday, February 27, 2022, on "Face the Nation."
www.cbsnews.comTranscript: Representative Liz Cheney on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with GOP Representative Liz Cheney of Wyoming that aired Sunday, February 27, 2022, on "Face the Nation."
Opinion | Why the West’s China Challenge Just Got a Lot Harder
China remains an enormous problem, and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine only makes it worse.
www.politico.comTranscript: Representative James Clyburn on "Face the Nation," February 27, 2022
The following is a transcript of an interview with Democratic Representative James Clyburn of South Carolina that aired Sunday, February 27, 2022, on "Face the Nation."
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on February 27, 2022
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, U.N. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield and Republican Congresswoman Liz Cheney join Margaret Brennan.
www.cbsnews.comPutin puts nuclear forces on high alert, escalating tensions
President Vladimir Putin has ordered Russian nuclear forces on high alert amid tensions with the West over his invasion of Ukraine.
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Anti-war sentiment grows in Russia despite govt crackdown
As Russian troops were closing in on the Ukrainian capital, more and more Russians at home were speaking out against the invasion even as the government's official rhetoric grew increasingly harsher.
apnews.comWest unleashes SWIFT bans, more crushing penalties on Russia
The United States and its European allies have agreed to levy the most potentially crippling sanctions yet on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
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Trump reasserts GOP dominance as others focus on midterms
Over three days, Republicans at the Conservative Political Action Conference seemed intent on avoiding Donald Trump’s grievances about the last election, and some ignored him altogether.
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Liz Cheney calls out fellow House Republicans for associating with White nationalist event | CNN Politics
Republican Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming called out two members of her conference who spoke at an event organized by White nationalist Nick Fuentes.
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SWIFT block deals crippling blow to Russia; leaves room to tighten
A decision by Western allies on Saturday to block "selected" Russian banks from the SWIFT payments system will inflict a crippling economic blow, but also cause much pain to their own companies and banks. And the allies still have room to do more.
EXPLAINER: A look at West's toughest sanctions yet on Russia
The United States has joined European allies in dramatically escalating financial penalties against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
apnews.comRussia-Ukraine live updates: EU takes bold steps to aid Ukraine forces
Live updates on the Russia-Ukraine crisis.
Zelenskiy backing hits 90% among Ukrainians in poll since invasion – as it happened
Vladimir Putin said move came after aggressive statements by Nato countries; Ukrainian president says meeting comes with no preconditions
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized for speaking at white nationalist conference
Marjorie Taylor Greene said she did not know the views of the delegates at the conference and did not apologize for speaking there.
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Trump warns 'world war' could be next as Russia continues invasion in Ukraine
Donald Trump warned, at CPAC, that Russia's invasion of Ukraine could lead to a "world war" and that Biden would have to do a lot more than just sanctions to stop Putin.
Explainer: How Western sanctions target Russia
The United States, Britain, Europe and Canada announced new sanctions on Russia on Saturday - including blocking certain lenders' access to the SWIFT international payment system - following Russia's invasion of Ukraine on Thursday.
Over 3,000 Russians arrested for protesting attack against Ukraine
More than 3,000 Russians have been arrested in cities around the country for protesting Russia’s attack against Ukraine. OVD-Info, a Russian protest monitoring organization, said in a post on …
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Ukrainian ambassador: Russia ‘handing out gas masks’ ahead of potential chemical attack - Washington Examiner
Russian forces are distributing “gas masks” among their troops in eastern Ukraine, according to a senior Ukrainian official who suggested that Russian forces might orchestrate a chemical attack under false pretenses.Ambassador Oksana Markarova told reporters at the Ukrainian Embassy in...
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US, NATO seek to shore up defenses as Russia-Ukraine conflict rages
Russia’s military incursion against Ukraine has raised questions about what would trigger a military response to the conflict from the U.S. and NATO. Washington has bolstered NATO’s defen…
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Senior Russian security official issues stark threats to the West
Former President Dmitry Medvedev says Moscow may respond to sanctions by freezing personal assets.
Calls to expel Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene after speech at white nationalist event
Republican leadership condemned for failing to discipline Georgia congresswoman for speaking at far-right summitCarlson leads rightwing charge to blame everyone but Putin Marjorie Taylor Greene at CPAC, the conference summit taking place at the same time in Orlando. Photograph: Marco...
Russia Ukraine news: Report: Belarus to join Russia in attacking Ukraine
The conflict in Ukraine continues this Sunday, with several attacks taking place over the course of Saturday night. There have already been many casualties on both sides during Rus
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Trump at CPAC calls Putin ‘smart,’ Ukraine attack a ‘travesty,’ and Biden ‘dumb’ - Washington Examiner
ORLANDO, Florida — Former President Donald Trump dug in on calling Russian President Vladimir Putin “smart” as he leads an invasion of Ukraine, pointing the finger at a “dumb” and “weak” Biden administration instead. “The problem is not that Putin is smart, which of course he’s smart. But the...
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E.U. announces plans to help Ukraine, blocks airspace
The European Union said it would provide weapons to Ukraine and ban state-owned media outlets Russia Today and Sputnik.
www.nbcnews.comUkraine agrees to meet with Russia Monday; Belarus could join Russian invasion: recaps
Russian troops have reached Kharkiv, Ukraine. The EU says it will finance military equipment to help Ukraine; the Russian ruble sank in early trading.
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Ukraine rejects Belarus as Russia talks host, lists alternatives
Kremlin says official delegation arrived in Gomel for talks; Kyiv says it wants ‘only real negotiations’.
Russia has warned Ukraine its offensive will not stop for talks, says Kremlin
The Kremlin on Sunday said it has warned Ukraine that Russia's military operation would be suspended during any potential talks, the Interfax news agency reported.
Antiwar protesters take to the streets around the world in support of Ukraine
In cities across continents, protesters are standing in solidarity against the Russian invasion of Ukraine and condemning Russian President Vladimir Putin.
www.npr.orgPutin puts nuclear forces on high alert, escalating tensions
President Vladimir Putin has ordered Russian nuclear forces on high alert amid tensions with the West over his invasion of Ukraine.
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A look back at some of the most notable guests from past State of the Union addresses | CNN Politics
Presidents and first ladies typically invite guests to promote their priorities and values. State of the Union guests help put a human face on a president’s message for both policymakers and viewers at home.
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Nordic countries prepare to shut airspace to Russian planes
Sweden, Finland and Denmark said they were preparing to close their airspace to Russian planes on Sunday, joining a string of European countries taking this measure after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Fleeing to the border: Over 150,000 Ukrainians seek refuge
Lines of vehicles are clogging border crossings out of Ukraine, as residents rushed to escape danger from invading Russian troops that are advancing toward the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv.
apnews.comUkraine invasion: Kharkiv residents describe intense battle to defend city
Local officials say the city, home to 1.4 million, is now rid of Russian troops after fierce clashes.
www.bbc.comTrump Praises Marjorie Taylor Greene, Who Just Spoke At A White Nationalist Conference
In his CPAC speech, former President Donald Trump also addressed the Russian invasion of Ukraine and repeated false claims about the 2020 election being "rigged."
White House and EU nations announce expulsion of ‘selected Russian banks’ from SWIFT | CNN Politics
The White House, along with the European Commission, France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom and Canada, announced Saturday evening that they would expel certain Russian banks from SWIFT, the high-security network that connects thousands of financial institutions around the world, pledging to...
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Snake Island defenders may be alive, Ukraine says - Washington Examiner
Snake Island's now-famous defenders in the Black Sea may be alive, Ukrainian officials said as Russia's assault on Ukraine carried into its third day.The announcement is a twist in what quickly became a story of defiance and heroism this week when 13 border guards were reported to have perished...
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Belarus leader urges Kyiv to accept Russian offer of talks - RIA
Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko called on Kyiv on Sunday to sit down and hold talks with Russia so that Ukraine does not lose its statehood, Russia's RIA news agency reported.
Trump, at CPAC, claims Biden is to blame for Putin's invasion of Ukraine
At the Conservative Political Action Conference in Orlando, Fla., former President Trump reiterated that he thought Russian President Vladimir Putin is 'smart' and is 'playing Biden like a drum.'
Russia hits Ukrainian oil and gas facilities in wave of attacks
Missiles hit an oil facility near Kyiv and a gas pipeline in Kharkiv as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine intensifies.
California-based app Premise battles accusations of helping Russian military
Bay Area firm Premise offered to pay Ukrainians for photos of medical facilities or damage from explosions, according to some Twitter users.
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Trump defends praise of Putin even as he calls Ukrainian President ‘brave’ | CNN Politics
Former President Donald Trump defended his praise of Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday while also calling Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky “a brave man” amid Russia’s deadly invasion of his country.
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Russia Attacks Ukraine HIGHLIGHTS: Air Raid Alert In Ukraine's Capital Kyiv
Russia-Ukraine Crisis HIGHLIGHTS: Follow this page for all the updates and Breaking News on the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Republican Sen. Mike Lee faces GOP opposition in reelection bid over his pivot from Trump critic to ally
While GOP primaries in most states feature candidates seeking former President Trump's support, Sen. Lee's opponents are stressing their independence.
U.S. senator says Republicans only deserve to govern if they adopt his agenda
A prominent Senate Republican said on Saturday that his party would not deserve to govern after November's midterm elections unless it was willing to adopt his controversial agenda that has rankled some Republicans and drawn attacks from Democrats. Senator Rick Scott of Florida, who chairs the...
‘It was hell’: Long lines of Ukrainian refugees at Poland border
Polish government says more than 115,000 Ukrainian refugees have crossed over, most from the main border crossing of Medyka.
U.N. reports at least 240 civilian casualties, 64 deaths in Ukraine
At least 64 civilians have been killed and more than 160,000 are on the move after Russian troops entered Ukraine this week, a United Nations relief agency said.
The Supreme Court is hearing a major case on EPA’s authority over planet-warming gases. Here’s what’s at stake. | CNN Politics
The EPA faces a Supreme Court case on Monday that could deal a significant blow to the federal government’s ability to fight the climate crisis and prevent its worst outcomes.
www.cnn.comTrump predicts "a major war in Europe," criticizes Biden for Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Speaking at CPAC, the former president strongly suggested he would run again in 2024.
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Ukraine in maps: Tracking the war with Russia
As Russian forces make slow progress in eastern Ukraine, Ukraine's military stages a surprise cross-border attack.
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Sanctions vs. neutrality: Swiss fine-tune response to Russia
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has put Switzerland’s much-vaunted neutrality to the test — and along with it, the country’s traditional role as international intermediary and reputation as a safe haven for the assets of Russia’s richest and most powerful.
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No notes, same logo: Dr. Oz's campaign is like his TV show
Dr. Oz is making his way around Pennsylvania as a candidate for U.S. Senate in town hall-style settings that seem very much like the TV studio where he once presided.
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Sorting fact, disinformation after Russian attack on Ukraine
Associated Press journalists are documenting military activity across Ukraine, where disinformation is spiking during a Russian ground and air offensive.
apnews.comTucker Carlson condemned for Ketanji Brown Jackson ‘Rwanda’ comments
Fox News anchor accused of presenting ‘perfect distillation of white supremacy’ in rant against Biden supreme court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson at the White House on Friday. Biden said of her nomination: ‘For too long, our government, our courts, haven’t looked like America.’ Photograph: Drew...
Truth Social: will Trump’s ‘free speech haven’ overcome its rocky start?
Technical snags, criticisms of its terms of service and questions about copyright infringement plague the app’s kickoff Early users of Truth Social reported multiple error messages when registering and long waitlists to join. Photograph: John Nacion/NurPhoto/REX/Shutterstock Donald Trump last...
Ukraine's Prosecutor General: Citizens of Russia, if you do not stop war, then you are accomplices in war crimes
Prosecutor General Iryna Venediktova calls on the citizens of the Russian Federation to stop the war against Ukraine, not to become accomplices in war crimes, and warns the Russian leadership of the inevitable responsibility in international courts for what they have done.
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Trump tears into Biden as he moves toward 2024 campaign
Former President Trump inched closer on Saturday to a 2024 comeback campaign, delivering a speech at the annual Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in which he hammered President B…
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China says U.S. warship sailing in Taiwan Strait 'provocative'
A U.S. warship sailed through the sensitive Taiwan Strait on Saturday, part of what the U.S. military calls routine activity but which China described as "provocative".
Australia's Qantas to avoid Russian airspace on London flights
Australia's Qantas Airways Ltd is opting to use an alternative flight path between Darwin and London that avoids Russian airspace after the invasion of Ukraine, the airline said on Sunday.
Fact-checking fake videos of Ukraine conflict | CNN Politics
The way the conflict in Ukraine has unfolded across social media has made it hard for many people to figure out what’s real and what’s not. Cell phone videos from locals have circulated on Twitter, Facebook and TikTok, but some of the videos alleging to depict the situation on the ground in...
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Blasts heard in Kyiv, fighting reported in vicinity
A series of blasts was heard to the west of the Ukrainian capital Kyiv's centre on Sunday, minutes after air raid sirens sounded, a Reuters correspondent reported.
Domestic woes overshadow European war for some US voters
Wisconsin is one of America's most politically divided states in this crucial midterm election year.
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GOP Sen. Bill Hagerty: Biden must ‘show a spine’ and ‘demonstrate resolve’ to stop Putin
Sen. Bill Hagerty, R-Tenn., blasted President Biden over his response to Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine, saying Biden must "demonstrate resolve" and step up in order to help the country fight back.
Kirstie Alley defends, deletes criticized tweet on Russia-Ukraine conflict
Actress Kirstie Alley took to Twitter this weekend to defend a now-deleted tweet about the Ukraine-Russia conflict that drew backlash from many on social media.In a tweet on Friday, …
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‘SNL’ returns from hiatus with a powerful tribute to Ukraine | CNN Business
“Saturday Night Live” returned from a nearly monthlong hiatus without a cold open. Instead of a funny satirical sketch, the NBC variety show chose to present a powerful tribute to the country of Ukraine.
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North Korea fires ballistic missile in resumption of testing
North Korea has launched a ballistic missile into the sea in a resumption of weapons tests that came as the United States and its allies are focused on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
apnews.comRussia says it "blocks" Ukraine's Kherson, Berdyansk - RIA
Russian troops have "completely blocked" the southern Ukrainian cities of Kherson and Berdyansk and taken over the towns of Henichesk and an airport near Kherson, the RIA news agency quoted Russia's defence ministry as saying on Sunday.
Police officer shot and killed at a traffic stop in California
Salinas Police Officer Jorge David Alvarado died Friday night. Officials did not provide details around how the traffic stop turned into a shooting.
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From Berlin streets to Sydney, global outpouring of support for Ukraine
In a sea of blue and yellow flags and banners smeared with blood red handprints, protesters around the world showed support for Ukraine on Saturday and called on governments to do more to help Kyiv, punish Russia and avoid a broader conflict.
Select Russian banks are being booted off the SWIFT bank messaging system
The U.S. and European allies are ramping up sanctions against Russia that include moving to cut off certain Russian banks from the key bank messaging system.
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Musk says SpaceX Starlink satellite internet service activated in Ukraine amid Russian invasion
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk says the company’s Starlink satellite internet service has been activated in Ukraine amid the Russian invasion into the country. Musk announced that the se…
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People fleeing Ukraine cross into Romania
As Russia invades their country, Ukrainians fleeing conflict are crossing into bordering nations. Satellite images show miles of cars and trucks waiting to cross into Romania.
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Russian military threatens Ukraine nuclear power plant
The Russian military is threatening a nuclear power plant in Ukraine amid the ongoing invasion in the country.Russia’s military presence has increased near the Zaporizhzhia nucl…
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Ukraine establishing foreign legion for volunteers from abroad - President
Ukraine is establishing a foreign "international" legion for volunteers from abroad, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday.
62 percent of voters say Putin wouldn’t have invaded Ukraine if Trump were president: poll
A majority of American voters say that Russian President Vladimir Putin would not have invaded Ukraine had former President Trump still been in office, according to a new survey released …
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British consumers pay a high price for aggression
SKY-high rises in the cost of food, gold, energy supplies and even insurance will hit British consumers.
Ukraine says it downed missile launched by Russian bomber flying over Belarus
Ukrainian forces have downed a cruise missile that was launched by a Russian Tu-22 strategic bomber from the territory of Belarus, Valery Zaluzhny, the chief commander of the armed forces, said on Sunday.
Even in water-rich Michigan, no guarantee of enough for all
Michigan would seem the last place to worry about water shortages. The state is surrounded on three sides by four of the Great Lakes.
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Adams eyes lifting NYC vaccine requirement for public places on March 7
New York City Mayor Eric Adams (D) is looking to lift the Big Apple’s vaccine requirement for public places on March 7.Adams announced in a statement on Sunday that the city will remove so-called K…
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New York Gov. Hochul says mask mandate for schools to end March 2 amid declining COVID cases
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said Sunday a statewide masking requirement in schools will end March 2 amid a decline in COVID-19 cases and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Nearly half of Biden's 500M free COVID tests still unclaimed
Nearly half of the 500 million free COVID-19 tests that the Biden administration recently made available to Americans still haven’t been claimed as virus cases plummet and people feel less urgency to test.
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Biden claims COVID-19 keeps Americans from seeing 'things have gotten so much better for them'
President Joe Biden claimed the COVID-19 pandemic has made it psychologically difficult for Americans to feel happy despite their improving economic circumstances under his administration.
New York City to lift vaccination mandate for businesses, events
Mask rules for city schools were likely to end the same day, March 7, Mayor Eric Adams said. Masks are optional at Tuesday’s State of the Union address in Washington.
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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul drops state school mask mandate - Washington Examiner
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Sunday that the state's school mask mandate will be lifted, two days after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released relaxed guidelines for wearing face masks in public spaces. The mandate won't be lifted until March 2, but with Hochul's...
www.washingtonexaminer.comCapitol leaders rescind mask mandate ahead of State of the Union
The Office of the Attending Physician said it was following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's new guidelines on masking.
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Studies offer further evidence that the coronavirus pandemic began in animals in Wuhan market | CNN
Two preprint studies posted Saturday offer further evidence that the coronavirus originated in animals and spread to humans in late 2019 at the Huanan Seafood Market in Wuhan, China.
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Hong Kong allows COVID home testing as daily cases soar
Hong Kong health authorities said on Saturday they would adjust COVID testing procedures to allow some people to test from home to ease long queues at designated testing centers, as the city's outbreak proves increasingly hard to control.
S. Korea has deadliest day of pandemic amid omicron surge
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea saw its deadliest day of the pandemic on Saturday, reporting 112 fatalities in the latest 24-hour period, as it grapples with a wave of coronavirus infections driven by the fast-moving omicron variant.
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Hong Kong reports record daily COVID cases and 83 deaths
Hong Kong reported a record 26,026 daily COVID-19 infections on Sunday and 83 deaths, as an outbreak of the highly transmissible Omicron variant overwhelms healthcare facilities and proves hard to control.
ECMO therapy cuts Covid-19 patients’ chance of dying by half, if they can get it | CNN
For extremely sick patients, an advanced form of life support called extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, or ECMO, cuts the risk of dying from Covid-19 by half, according to a new study by researchers at Vanderbilt University.
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COVID-19 symptoms: Which COVID-19 symptoms should you expect now?
What are the common COVID-19 symptoms you could experience now?
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N.Y. Ends School Mask Mandate; Hong Kong Record: Virus Update
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