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How terror cells work as UK criminals recruited by Russian mercenaries planned second 'grey zone' attack on London
LAD Bible
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Men found guilty of an arson attack on a London warehouse that held supplies intended for Ukraine were recruited by the Russian mercenary group Wagner, which is a proscribed terrorist organisation in the UK. MPs have warned that Brits face an...
Only one nation is self-sufficient in healthy food
Resilience
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July 9, 2025
Over a third of all countries cannot meet self-sufficiency for more than two of the seven essential food groups. Low self-sufficiency and over-dependence on a few countries for imports threaten their capability to respond to global shocks,...
Taylor Fritz Explains Medical Timeout Ahead of Wimbledon Clash with Carlos Alcaraz: 'I Wouldn’t Be Able to Walk'
Yardbarker
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July 9, 2025
A tough challenge awaits Taylor Fritz in the Wimbledon semifinal, for he will be locking horns with two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz. Fritz took a medical timeout during his quarterfinal match against 17th seed Karen Khachanov on Tuesday...
Russia and Ukraine Trade Drone Strikes amid Ongoing Diplomatic Maneuvers
The National Interest - Washington D.C.
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July 8, 2025
As Americans celebrated their Independence Day weekend, the Ukraine War rose in intensity across several fronts, most notably in northeastern Ukraine, where Russian forces continued their offensive in Kharkiv Oblast. Heavy fighting characterized...
Russian Drone Attack Injures Man in Bilozerska on July 8
Mezha
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July 8, 2025
On July 8, around 2:30 PM, Russian military forces carried out an attack on a vehicle in Bilozerska using a drone. As a result of this incident, one man was injured. According to the regional military administration, the 52-year-old victim...
From diplomatic halls to personal health: 16 instances between 2013 & 2025 when global figures turn to Yoga & Ayurveda
Organiser Weekly
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Yoga and Ayurveda, enduring treasures of Bhartiya heritage, have transcended geographical boundaries to inspire leaders worldwide. As the globe unites annually on June 21st to celebrate International Yoga Day, these ancient practices are embraced...
Getting the facts on a St. Petersburg convention center | Column
Tampa Bay Times - Florida
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John Hill’s column on the potential of a convention center is off the mark on many aspects of the concept and benefits of a convention center and meeting space at the Historic Gas Plant site. It’s the kind of uninformed, knee-jerk response that...
Sierra Leone hosts Russian fishing fleet under new agreement
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) Sierra Leone has agreed to grant Russian fishing companies an annual catch quota of 40,000 tons and is offering investment incentives to strengthen cooperation in the fishing sector, according to Russia’s Federal Agency for Fisheries...
Rotterdam Port prepares to host NATO forces in case of conflict with Russia
Knews Kathimerini
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Europe’s largest port is quietly preparing for a future that may include war. The Port of Rotterdam is putting plans in place to handle military ships, redirect commercial cargo, and support NATO forces in the event of a conflict with Russia,...
Moscow, Riyadh have prospects of partnership on IT, automotive sector — Russian PM
TASS
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July 8, 2025
YEKATERINBURG, July 8. /TASS/. Russia and Saudi Arabia have the opportunity to broaden cooperation in the sphere of information technologies, automotive industry and oil and gas machine-building, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin said at...
At least 6 killed, 39 injured in Russian attacks against Ukraine over past day
The Kyiv Independent
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July 9, 2025
Editor's note: The story was updated after a new fatality was reported in Khmelnytskyi Oblast. Ukraine endured the largest aerial attack since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion, with at least six civilians killed and 39 injured across...
Russia, Mali sign nuclear energy agreement
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia and Mali have signed a new agreement to strengthen collaboration in the peaceful use of nuclear energy, according to a statement by Rosatom, Russia’s state atomic energy corporation, on Tuesday. The deal includes joint efforts in...
Ukrainian attack on beach in Russia’s Kursk kills three, governor says
Business Recorder
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July 9, 2025
A Ukrainian drone attack on a beach in the Russian city of Kursk killed three people, including a Russian serviceman engaged in rescue operations, and injured seven, the acting governor of the region that borders Ukraine said early on Wednesday....
Ukraine Launches Drone Attack on Russia's Kursk Beach
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) A drone attack launched by Ukrainian forces struck a public beach in Russia's Kursk Oblast on Tuesday, resulting in three fatalities and wounding seven others, including a young child, local officials confirmed. Kursk Oblast shares a...
Russia ink nuclear energy agreement with Burkina Faso
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia and Burkina Faso have signed a new agreement to boost cooperation in the peaceful use of nuclear energy, focusing on joint initiatives involving radiation technologies and training specialists from the West African nation. The deal...
Stocks steady despite Trump tariff threats on Copper and Pharma, awaiting US-EU updates - Newsquawk Europe Market Open
Zero Hedge
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APAC stocks traded mixed following the similar performance stateside where tariff updates remained in focus. US President Trump said he will announce something on pharmaceuticals very soon and will be announcing semiconductor tariffs, believes the...
Russia Initiates Creation of International BRICS Scientific Databases
Global Times
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Russia has initiated the development of joint BRICS scientific databases, which will allow half of humanity to consolidate its scientific resources and accelerate breakthrough research, Russian Deputy Minister of Education and Science Konstantin...
Russia Just Launched Its Largest Air Strikes on Ukraine Yet
The National Interest - Washington D.C.
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July 8, 2025
The war in Ukraine continues to escalate, reaching levels of violence that, in some respects, exceed the scale previously witnessed over the last three years. Russia has recently launched what Ukrainian officials described as the largest aerial...
Russian teen hiker rescued after night alone in Cape storm
IOL
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An 18-year-old Russian tourist has been rescued after spending a cold and stormy night alone in the Jonkershoek Nature Reserve near Stellenbosch. The teenager, who set out on a solo hike along the challenging Panorama Circuit Trail on Thursday...
American Kennel Club harms French bulldogs’ health, Peta says in suit
The Straits Times
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July 9, 2025
An animal rights group accused the American Kennel Club on July 8 of harming the health of French bulldogs and several other popular dog breeds by promoting physical characteristics that cause deformities. The animal rights group, People for the...