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Latest: Russia gearing up for decade-long duel with West, Estonia warnsLatest: Russia gearing up for decade-long duel with West, Estonia warns
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Latest: Russia gearing up for decade-long duel with West, Estonia warns

The report notes a significant rise in military production in Russia, including of artillery and armored vehicles, that is enhancing Moscow’s ability to continue fighting. That surge could outpace Ukraine’s output unless the West escalates artillery production and delivery, Estonian intelligence finds. According to the International Institute for Strategic Studies, Russia could maintain its current level of engagement in Ukraine for up to three more years, supported by accelerated weapons production.  Estonian intelligence also flagged a major change in Russia’s army: the formation of the Leningrad and Moscow military districts, aimed at NATO-member Finland. They also noted that Russia plans to expand its military from 1.15 million to 1.5 million members by 2026 in preparation for a ...
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Latest: United Airlines had to ground a whole fleet of planes because of an old law about the ‘No Smoking’ sign
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Latest: United Airlines had to ground a whole fleet of planes because of an old law about the ‘No Smoking’ sign

After causing a stir by mysteriously grounding its new Airbus A321neo planes on Monday, United Airlines wants people to know the decision has nothing to do with safety and isn’t even that exciting. Rather, it has to do with the aircrafts’ “No Smoking” signs, which are required by a 1990 law to be operated by the flight crew.How to negotiate salary going into a new job | Your WalletThat’s not the case on the A321neo, which has software that keeps the “No Smoking” sign turned on continuously during flights, like many other aircraft in United’s fleet. In 2020, the Federal Aviation Administration approved United’s request for an exemption to the federal regulation requiring the flight crew to manually operate the “No Smoking” sign.There’s just one problem. United’s 2020 exemption only applies...
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Latest: Ready to (Re) Launch? Harry and Meghan’s Shiny New Website Goes Live

Never ones for talking down their achievements, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have launched a slick new website claiming they are “shaping the future through business and philanthropy.”The website, which went live late Monday, is fueling longstanding rumors the couple are looking to reinvigorate their struggling brand after being dropped by Spotify last year, following a lackluster podcast by Meghan, largely devoted to interviews with her celebrity female friends.You wouldn’t know from their website that the podcast was widely mocked, however, with Meghan’s page praising Archetypes as “a record-breaking podcast” that “topped the charts as the Number 1 podcast in 47 countries.”While it is true that the early episodes headed global podcast charts, listeners soon grew tired of it, with the ...
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Latest: China eyes Russia’s Far East as Putin’s ‘History Lesson’ backfires

Russian President Vladimir Putin's "history lesson" during his interview with journalist Tucker Carlson has prompted some Chinese nationalists to demand the return of the port city of Vladivostok.On Weibo, an X-like Chinese social media platform, nationalists have scrutinized Putin's long reflection on Russia-Ukraine relations and how it relates to their own territorial claims. Putin tried to justify the Kremlin's decision to attack Ukraine in an interview with Carlson in Moscow on February 6.China has a historical claim to Vladivostok, which was handed to Tsarist Russia in 1860 as part of the Treaty of Peking. Under the treaty, the boundary between China and Russia was set along the Amur and Ussuri Rivers, which gave Russia access to Vladivostok, a major port city in Russia's Far East.Chi...
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Latest: Brother charged after 3-year-old shoots, kills himself in DeKalb County

Brother charged after 3-year-old shoots, kills himself in DeKalb CountyA man is in jail facing murder charges after police say a three-year-old boy shot himself in the face.On Saturday at around 7 a.m., DeKalb County police were called to the 2600 block of Habersham Drive, off Candler Road, regarding a person shot.When officers arrived, they learned a three-year-old shot himself in the face and his mother had taken him to the hospital where he was pronounced dead.[DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]Channel 2′s Bryan Mims spoke with the child’s father, who identified the toddler as Eric Jermon Duncan.The investigation showed that the gun belonged to 21-year-old Antoine Jordan, who police said left the gun unsecured.Jordan was the boy’s brother, the father said.He decli...
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Latest: The transition to cashless economies faces hurdles

Semafor SignalsSupported byInsights from South China Morning Post, The Economic Times, and Times of IndiaThe NewsTourists in China have trouble making simple payments. An Indian lawmaker warned of “ticking time bombs.” Cuban small businesses are bracing for impact.Countries have been transitioning to prioritize digital payments for years, and the move to “cashless” societies has some clear advantages. But the goal has run into hurdles globally.SIGNALSSemafor Signals: Global insights on today's biggest stories.China has been largely cashless for yearsSources:  South China Morning Post, CNBCAs China tries to boost its tourism after lifting COVID-19 restrictions, tourists have reported having trouble making payments in a largely cash-free economy, where many locals use WeChat and AliPay for p...
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Latest: Israel Says It Has Rescued 2 Hostages From Gaza After Strikes On Rafah

RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli forces rescued two hostages early Monday, storming a heavily guarded apartment in the southern Gaza Strip and extracting the captives under fire in a dramatic raid that was a small but symbolically significant success for Israel. The operation killed at least 67 Palestinians, including women and children, according to Palestinian health officials in the beleaguered territory.To assist the rescue forces, heavy airstrikes pounded the area near the apartment in Rafah, a city on the southern edge of the Gaza Strip where 1.4 million Palestinians have fled to escape fighting elsewhere in the Israel-Hamas war.The raid was celebrated in Israel as a victory in the sluggish battle to free the hostages, with more than 100 captives still held by Hamas and other Gaza mi...
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RFK Jr.’s $7M Super Bowl Ad Competing with Alicia Keys and Usher’s Performances

During the Super Bowl, a new Super PAC backing Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s independent presidential bid grabbed attention with a 30-second ad. American Values 2024 revealed a revamped version of a 1960 campaign spot from his uncle, former President John F. Kennedy, featuring the iconic jingle and motif. This high-profile ad, with a staggering $7 million price tag, aired nationwide. The ad showcased images of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. addressing Congress and engaging in recreational pursuits like skiing, urging viewers to "vote independent." Kennedy emphasized the importance of independent leadership in uniting the nation. However, despite the ad's buzz, Kennedy faced criticism from within his family. Cousin Bobby Shriver raised concerns about the use of family faces, particularly his mother'...
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Latest: Biden tells Netanyahu Rafah incursions should not go ahead without plan to ensure civilians’ safety

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser.Oklahoma judge resigns after accused of sending hundreds of texts during murder trial01:45Father of Marine killed in San Diego helicopter crash speaks out01:58Now PlayingBiden tells Netanyahu Rafah incursions should not go ahead without plan to ensure civilians’ safety02:06UP NEXTTrump’s remarks on NATO allies spark backlash01:58Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin hospitalized for bladder issue symptoms00:50Houston Police respond to shooting at Joel Osteen’s Lakewood Church01:55NTSB investigates deadly plane crash on Florida highway01:50High school varsity basketball team surprises 10-year-old superfan on his birthday02:58Oscar nominee Colman Domingo discusses what inspired him to take on role of Bayard Rustin03...
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