Russian Regions Raise Payments for Contract Soldiers in 2025
In early 2025, Russian regions intensified competition for contract soldiers, with over 60% offering over 1 million rubles and some exceeding 4 million rubles (initially), including a 400,000 ruble federal payment, showcasing a shift toward a mercenary-based military.
Russian Regions Raise Payments for Contract Soldiers in 2025
In early 2025, Russian regions intensified competition for contract soldiers, with over 60% offering over 1 million rubles and some exceeding 4 million rubles (initially), including a 400,000 ruble federal payment, showcasing a shift toward a mercenary-based military.
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Tony Slattery, British Comedian, Dies at 65
British actor and comedian Tony Slattery died aged 65 on Tuesday following a heart attack on Sunday; tributes poured in from fellow comedians and actors who praised his talent and kindness, noting his long battle with mental health issues.
Tony Slattery, British Comedian, Dies at 65
British actor and comedian Tony Slattery died aged 65 on Tuesday following a heart attack on Sunday; tributes poured in from fellow comedians and actors who praised his talent and kindness, noting his long battle with mental health issues.
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Former Prison Officer Jailed for Child Rape
A former Scottish prison officer, Russell Maitland, 37, was jailed for 13 years with 3 years extended supervision for raping a girl under 13, sexually assaulting two others, and indecent exposures in Peterhead and Aberdeen.
Former Prison Officer Jailed for Child Rape
A former Scottish prison officer, Russell Maitland, 37, was jailed for 13 years with 3 years extended supervision for raping a girl under 13, sexually assaulting two others, and indecent exposures in Peterhead and Aberdeen.
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UK Borrowing Costs and Pound Stabilize After Turbulent Period
Following days of turbulence, UK government borrowing costs and the pound have shown signs of stabilizing, although the pound remains below $1.22 and gilt yields are near 17-year highs. Experts attribute the UK's heightened vulnerability to the 2023 Budget's fiscal policies.
UK Borrowing Costs and Pound Stabilize After Turbulent Period
Following days of turbulence, UK government borrowing costs and the pound have shown signs of stabilizing, although the pound remains below $1.22 and gilt yields are near 17-year highs. Experts attribute the UK's heightened vulnerability to the 2023 Budget's fiscal policies.
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Rams Defeat Vikings in Wild Card Playoff Game Relocated Due to LA Wildfires
The Los Angeles Rams beat the Minnesota Vikings 27-9 in an NFL Wild Card playoff game relocated to Arizona due to deadly wildfires in Los Angeles that killed 24 people, securing home-field advantage and dedicating their victory to the city.
Rams Defeat Vikings in Wild Card Playoff Game Relocated Due to LA Wildfires
The Los Angeles Rams beat the Minnesota Vikings 27-9 in an NFL Wild Card playoff game relocated to Arizona due to deadly wildfires in Los Angeles that killed 24 people, securing home-field advantage and dedicating their victory to the city.
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Los Angeles Wildfires: 12,500 Hectares Burned, 24 Dead
Devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have burned 12,500 hectares, killed at least 24 people, destroyed over 10,000 buildings, and caused widespread evacuations due to a combination of hydroclimatic shock, strong Santa Ana winds, challenging terrain, and the effects of climate change.
Los Angeles Wildfires: 12,500 Hectares Burned, 24 Dead
Devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have burned 12,500 hectares, killed at least 24 people, destroyed over 10,000 buildings, and caused widespread evacuations due to a combination of hydroclimatic shock, strong Santa Ana winds, challenging terrain, and the effects of climate change.
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Mother Opposes Parole for Son's Killer
In 2008, Ryan Leslie murdered his 14-week-old son, Cameron, in Newtownabbey; in 2011, he received a 17-year minimum life sentence and is now eligible for parole, prompting Cameron's mother, Sheree Black, to submit a victim impact statement expressing her opposition to his release.
Mother Opposes Parole for Son's Killer
In 2008, Ryan Leslie murdered his 14-week-old son, Cameron, in Newtownabbey; in 2011, he received a 17-year minimum life sentence and is now eligible for parole, prompting Cameron's mother, Sheree Black, to submit a victim impact statement expressing her opposition to his release.
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Guardiola Admits Transfer Error Amidst Manchester City Injury Crisis
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he may have made a mistake by telling the club to scrap plans to buy players last summer, prompting a January transfer window spending spree, after a significant number of injuries within the squad. The club is close to completing a £33.6 million deal for d...
Guardiola Admits Transfer Error Amidst Manchester City Injury Crisis
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he may have made a mistake by telling the club to scrap plans to buy players last summer, prompting a January transfer window spending spree, after a significant number of injuries within the squad. The club is close to completing a £33.6 million deal for d...
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Chinese Fishing Vessel Rescued After Pirate Attack off Somalia
A Chinese fishing vessel illegally held off the Puntland coast by armed groups was rescued on January 13th following efforts by the Chinese government; reports suggest potential involvement of the EU's Atalanta operation, highlighting ongoing security challenges and a possible resurgence of Somali p...
Chinese Fishing Vessel Rescued After Pirate Attack off Somalia
A Chinese fishing vessel illegally held off the Puntland coast by armed groups was rescued on January 13th following efforts by the Chinese government; reports suggest potential involvement of the EU's Atalanta operation, highlighting ongoing security challenges and a possible resurgence of Somali p...
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100,000 Schoenberg Scores Destroyed in Los Angeles Wildfires
At least 100,000 scores of Arnold Schoenberg's music were destroyed in the Los Angeles wildfires last week, impacting the accessibility of his music for musicians. The sheet music, owned by Belmont Music Publishing, was stored in a building that burned down in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood.
100,000 Schoenberg Scores Destroyed in Los Angeles Wildfires
At least 100,000 scores of Arnold Schoenberg's music were destroyed in the Los Angeles wildfires last week, impacting the accessibility of his music for musicians. The sheet music, owned by Belmont Music Publishing, was stored in a building that burned down in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood.
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Nick Sheridan Memorial Bursary Launched for Scottish Broadcasting Students
A £1,500 bursary plus a week's paid work experience at BBC Scotland and STV is awarded to a final-year University of the West of Scotland student studying broadcasting or journalism, honoring late BBC Scotland journalist Nick Sheridan.
Nick Sheridan Memorial Bursary Launched for Scottish Broadcasting Students
A £1,500 bursary plus a week's paid work experience at BBC Scotland and STV is awarded to a final-year University of the West of Scotland student studying broadcasting or journalism, honoring late BBC Scotland journalist Nick Sheridan.
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Yousafzai Condemns Taliban's Afghan Policies as 'Gender Apartheid'
Malala Yousafzai condemned the Taliban's repressive policies against women and girls in Afghanistan at an Islamabad summit, calling their actions un-Islamic and highlighting that 1.5 million girls are denied education, urging Muslim leaders to challenge the Taliban government.
Yousafzai Condemns Taliban's Afghan Policies as 'Gender Apartheid'
Malala Yousafzai condemned the Taliban's repressive policies against women and girls in Afghanistan at an Islamabad summit, calling their actions un-Islamic and highlighting that 1.5 million girls are denied education, urging Muslim leaders to challenge the Taliban government.
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