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Summoned Japanese ambassador arrives at Russian Foreign Ministry
The Japanese ambassador was summoned to the Russian Foreign Ministry following Tokyo’s protest against President Vladimir Putin’s visit to the Kuril Island of Iturup
In Portland, this soap box derby combines downhill speed with extreme pageantry
Soap box derbies send motorless cars down a steep incline. At one event, contestants make their cars look like cartoon characters, subway cars, food, and giant animals (among othe…
Al-Qaida’s Renewed Confidence in Bangladesh
Its network is growing, albeit slowly. But this is unlikely to manifest in mass casualty attacks.
Moscow pensioner who set her apartment on fire during an eviction has died. She had lost the home after falling victim to scammers.
Natalya Ivanova, a 68-year-old Moscow resident who set herself and her apartment on fire in early August, has died of her burns. The Telegram channels Baza, Mash, and Shot — which…
Russia’s Central Election Commission removes anti-war Yabloko party from the ballot. The ballot now jumps from No. 1 (United Russia) to No. 3 (LDPR).
Russia’s Central Election Commission has removed the Yabloko party from ballots for the election to the State Duma, the lower house of Russia’s parliament, the Russian news agency…
At least 18 logistics centers linked to Ukrainian military destroyed since early August
Warehouse complexes in the Kiev suburb of Brovary, which were also used to supply the Ukrainian armed forces, have been completely destroyed
Snipers of Russian 201st Base conduct drills in Tajikistani mountains
After detecting the targets and determining firing positions, the Russian servicemen engaged the targets at ranges from 300 to 1,000 meters in sniper pairs
Many recent grads say AI is making it harder to get a job. Economists aren't so sure
The unemployment rate for young adults with new degrees is higher than the rate for all workers, according to the New York Fed. Is AI the problem, or is it more complicated?
This crowded Republican primary in Florida has drawn a unique cast of candidates
The GOP primary in Florida's 19th District includes candidates who are new to the state, candidates who've run for Congress before and two candidates who have received pardons fro…
She told no one about her agony except ChatGPT. What her death reveals about AI risks
A 29-year-old woman confided her suicidal thoughts to an AI chatbot — not to her therapist, not to her parents, not to her best friend. What can AI learn from her death?
Russia’s non-resource exports up 6.7% in January-June 2026
Industrial product exports increased by 5.25% in nominal prices
IDF finds possible belongings of soldier missing since 1982 Syria battle
Findings from Sgt. First Class Yehuda Katz, located in special operation, are being inspected by his family The post IDF finds possible belongings of soldier missing since 1982 Sy…
Kiev seeks sponsors to upgrade Polish MiG-29 fighter jets — ambassador
Vasily Bodnar explained that the fighters that Kiev had requested from Poland "cannot be used" in their current state
Hayden Panettiere's ex Wladimir Klitschko says family in 'profound shock and grief'
The former heavyweight boxing champion shares a child with the Heroes actress, who died on Sunday.
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Jared Kushner and Israel's prime minister meet in attempt to move Gaza ceasefire plan forward, U.S. focus on Iran draws key resources from Asia, voters head to the polls for prima…
China’s New New Shipping seeks joint shipbuilding ventures with Russian firms
The company’s CEO Ke Jin stressed the critical role of operations along Arctic routes
Jason Arday's rise and fall tells a larger story about academia, a critic says
What can academia learn from Jason Arday's rise and fall? Atlantic staff writer and former academic Tyler Austin Harper weighs the questions his story left behind.
Jason Arday's rise and fall tells a larger story about academia, a critic says
What can academia learn from Jason Arday's rise and fall? Atlantic staff writer and former academic Tyler Austin Harper weighs the questions his story left behind.
Vessel struck in Strait of Hormuz, crew casualty reported, maritime agency says
Omani Coast Guard assisting remaining crew, no environmental damage reported, says naval agency; data shows Hormuz crossings rose slightly from weekend, but remain in single digit…
Europe beginning to recognize need to engage in dialogue with Russia — source
The source noted that the Europeans realized that if they "want to become a significant player again" in world politics, they could no longer depend on American goodwill
Six foreign workers hurt in explosion of old munition in Metula
Two men wounded seriously, one moderately, in blast at a nectarine orchard near Lebanon border The post Six foreign workers hurt in explosion of old munition in Metula appeared fi…
Settlers reported to torch West Bank fields and attack Palestinians Monday night
Two Palestinians injured in Beita, child pepper-sprayed near Bethlehem, according to local media; no arrests reported The post Settlers reported to torch West Bank fields and atta…
Russia Summons Japanese Ambassador as Dispute Over Kuril Islands Flares Up
Vladimir Putin’s first-ever visit to the disputed islands last week has prompted a diplomatic back-and-forth between Moscow and Tokyo.
Russian Central Election Commission excludes Yabloko party from federal ballot
The changes have been approved at the commission’s meeting and introduced after the Supreme Court’s decision had entered into legal force