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Oct 22 2024TECHNOLOGY

Big Tech Stops Promos for Russian Drone Factory

Recently, big tech companies like Google, Meta, and TikTok have taken down social media accounts linked to a Russian drone factory in Tatarstan. These accounts were used to recruit young foreign women, mainly from Africa, to work in the factory. The recruitment posts promised a free trip to Russia a

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Oct 22 2024FINANCE

Shares Drop in Asia, Wall Street Hits the Brakes

Asian markets, excluding China, took a dip on Tuesday as investors waited for earnings reports. Japan's Nikkei slid 1. 1%, Australia's S&P/ASX 200 fell 1. 6%, and South Korea's Kospi dipped nearly 1%. Meanwhile, Hong Kong's Hang Seng and Shanghai Composite rose slightly after China's interest rate c

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

US Defense Chief's Ukraine Visit: A Look Ahead

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made his fourth and likely final trip to Ukraine this week. The visit comes just before the U. S. presidential election, which has left the future of Western support for Ukraine uncertain. Austin's main goal was to discuss ways to bolster Ukraine's defenses against Rus

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Ukraine Gets New Weapons Worth $400M from the U. S.

On Monday, the Pentagon revealed that Ukraine will receive another batch of military aid from the United States. This new package is valued at $400 million and includes various types of weapons and equipment. The U. S. government aims to support Ukraine's defense against Russia's invasion. The pack

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

UK Steps Up Aid: $3B Loan to Ukraine Using Frozen Russian Assets

Britain has taken a significant step to bolster Ukraine's defense efforts by announcing a $3 billion loan. This money will be used to purchase weapons and provide aid, helping Ukraine fend off Russia's invasion. The loan comes from profits generated by Russian assets that were frozen due to British

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Oct 22 2024CELEBRITIES

Kanye and Bianca: A Night Out in Tokyo Sparks Divorce Rumor Debate

For a while now, everyone's been curious about Kanye West and Bianca Censori. Ever since we found out they were married in January 2023, their relationship has been a hot topic. Recently, rumors started flying that they were headed for a divorce. But wait, what’s this? Photos of them together in Tok

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Yulia Navalnaya: Unwavering in Opposition after Alexei Navalny's Death

Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of the late Russian activist Alexei Navalny, has taken up the mantle of her husband's anti-corruption campaign. Alexei, known for his fierce opposition to President Vladimir Putin, passed away this year in a Russian prison. Before his death, he penned a memoir detailing his

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Why Alexei Navalny Came Back to Russia

Yulia Navalnaya, wife of late Russian dissident Alexei Navalny, shared insights on why her husband chose to return to Russia despite the known risks. She revealed that the decision was never up for debate; it was about when, not if, they would continue their fight against Vladimir Putin in Russia. Y

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Putin's Global Show: BRICS Summit in Kazan

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to host a major summit in Kazan, bringing together leaders from around the world. This meeting of the BRICS bloc, which includes countries like Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, aims to challenge the current Western-led global order. The summit c

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Navalny's Widow Plans Presidential Run, Keeps Legacy Alive

Yulia Navalny, the widow of Alexei Navalny, has a clear goal: to bring down Vladimir Putin's regime. Speaking to the BBC, she expressed her determination to make this happen "as soon as possible. " Once Putin is out of power, she plans to run for president in Russia's next free and fair elections. C

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