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Fri, 24 Sep 2021 08:50:26 +0000
North Korea says formally ending Korean War would be ‘foolish idea’ unless US scraps its hostile policy
It’s not the right time to start talks on ending the 1950-53 Korean War as Washington must first give up on its hostile policy towards Pyongyang, Ri Thae Song, North Korea’s deputy foreign minister, has said. Read Full Article at RT...

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 08:33:13 +0000
Young MMA fighter tragically dies in Brazil following fight and suspected head trauma
A young MMA hopeful has passed away aged just 22 after he took part in a fight earlier this month and was then hospitalized amid complaints about headaches in the hours that followed the bout in southern Brazil. Read Full Article at RT....

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 08:00:12 +0000
Strong exports to speed up China’s economic recovery – report
The Chinese economy is expected to maintain its recovery over the rest of 2021 thanks to the country’s strong exports, according to research by the Asian Development Bank (ADB). Read Full Article at RT.com

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 07:00:13 +0000
Fitch upgrades Russia’s economic outlook, citing impressive cash cushion from oil revenues
International ratings agency Fitch has improved its forecast for Russia’s economic growth this year to 4.3% from the previously expected 3.7%, said Douglas Winslow, Director at Fitch Ratings. Read Full Article at RT.com

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 06:41:21 +0000
UN human rights chief slams Ukraine over extrajudicial media crackdown after popular outlet taken offline over undisclosed charges
The United Nations’ human rights mission in Ukraine has voiced serious concerns over a decision by top security officials in Kiev to unilaterally restrict access to a number of media outlets deemed critical of the government. Read Ful...

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 06:05:58 +0000
California woman arrested on suspicion of ARSON linked to Fawn wildfire
A 30-year-old woman from Palo Alto, California was arrested on allegations she ignited the Fawn wildfire near Redding, a town more than 250 miles away, after she was found trespassing in the area and “acting irrationally.” Read Full...

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 05:13:36 +0000
Taiwan blasts ‘arch criminal’ Beijing over its opposition to island’s parallel bid to join Asia-Pacific trade pact
Taiwan has hit back after mainland officials said the island should not join a major 11-nation trade pact in the Asia-Pacific, arguing that Beijing has no say in it. China has already applied for membership of the bloc. Read Full Articl...

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 04:02:47 +0000
Facebook steps in to provide high-speed internet to broadband-starved rural Virginia – what could go wrong?
No longer satisfied with merely furnishing the content people view over their internet connections, Facebook plans to provide broadband service to thousands of Virginia customers through its massive fiber networks. Read Full Article at ...

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 02:00:18 +0000
Emergency evacuation as massive fire ravages dormitory of prestigious military school in downtown Moscow (VIDEO)
Over 100 people have been evacuated after a dormitory caught fire at one of Russia’s oldest military schools, operated by the country’s defense ministry, causing the roof to partially collapse. No casualties have been reported. Read...

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 01:24:06 +0000
Not OK, Cupid: Woman rips down suggestive ads on New York subway, launches into anti-propaganda rant in viral video
An unidentified woman on a New York City subway car was filmed tearing down ads promoting LGBTQ lifestyles, promiscuity and abortion. The viral stunt has drawn both applause and criticism on social media. Read Full Article at RT.com ...

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 01:09:23 +0000
Pentagon names alleged ‘ISIS-K facilitator’ killed in Afghanistan drone strike, after admitting Kabul op killed 10 civilians
The Pentagon has identified an alleged Islamic State member killed in a US drone strike in Afghanistan last month, claiming he was behind attacks on American troops after admitting a separate strike in Kabul killed civilians. Read Full ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 23:57:53 +0000
Hunter Biden sought $2 million annual retainer from donors to help get Obama-Biden admin to unfreeze Libyan assets – media
President Joe Biden’s son Hunter reportedly tried to shake down Democrat donors for a $2 million annual retainer and “success fees” to help persuade the Obama-Biden administration to unfreeze up to $15 billion in Libyan assets. Re...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 23:48:51 +0000
French FM says it will take time and US action to restore trust, State Department makes no mention of it
The meeting between US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian reveals that Paris and Washington are still at odds over the AUKUS submarine deal, much as they’d like to pretend otherwise. Read ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 22:58:10 +0000
CDC panel recommends allowing third Covid-19 vaccine shots for seniors, vulnerable adults, setting stage for US boosters to begin
A US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advisory panel has endorsed Covid-19 vaccine booster shots for the elderly and other high-risk adults, paving the way for the Biden administration to roll out third jabs. Read Full A...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 22:21:43 +0000
WATCH: Swiss police use rubber bullets, tear gas and water cannon to disperse Bern protest against Covid passports
Police in Switzerland’s de facto capital of Bern fortified the parliament building and used water cannon, tear gas and rubber bullets to forcibly disperse a crowd protesting against government-mandated Covid-19 passports. Read Full Ar...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 21:53:11 +0000
Catalan independence leader Carles Puigdemont ARRESTED in Italy on international warrant issued by Spain – lawyer
Catalonia’s ex-president Carles Puigdemont has been arrested in Italy, Spanish media reported. The politician, wanted for a range of charges, including sedition, lost his immunity as a European Parliament member earlier this year. Rea...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 21:21:31 +0000
Crocodile tears? AOC breaks down crying after withdrawing ‘NO’ vote on funding Israeli missile defense at last minute
After changing her vote from ‘no’ to a noncommittal ‘present’ at the last moment, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was seen crying as the House passed funding for Israel’s Iron Dome missile defense system. Read Full Art...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 20:28:49 +0000
‘Buyer’s remorse’: Biden’s approval rating plummets as voters view Trump more favorably amid Afghan withdrawal fallout, polls show
New polling shows that voters are souring on Joe Biden after a chaotic exit from Afghanistan left 13 US soldiers dead and hundreds of Americans stranded, pushing the president’s approval rating below that of his predecessor. Read Full...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 20:26:14 +0000
US House passes bill allocating $1 BILLION to replenish Israel’s Iron Dome system after its battering during recent Gaza conflict
The US House of Representatives has passed legislation allocating around $1 billion to replenish Israel’s Iron Dome air-defense system. The massive funding package received overwhelming bipartisan support. Read Full Article at RT.com ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 20:04:03 +0000
Gunman down after killing 1, injuring 12 in shooting at supermarket on outskirts of Memphis, Tennessee
One person has been killed and a dozen more injured in a shooting at a Kroger supermarket in Collierville, Tennessee, local law enforcement said. The gunman died at the scene from what officers believe was a self-inflicted wound. Read F...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 19:29:20 +0000
‘I love Russian figure skating’: Indian skater who got ‘world record bad score’ wins hearts after competing in Siberia (VIDEO)
Parrii Srohi didn't impress the judges at the ISU Junior Grand Prix in Krasnoyarsk but the Indian figure-skater has no regrets about competing as she paid tribute to the Russian greats from whom she gained inspiration. Read Full Article...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 19:23:08 +0000
US-Turkey relations ‘not healthy’ and failed to ‘start well with Biden,’ Erdogan says
Ankara’s ties with Washington remain “not healthy,” as the US continues to act towards Turkey in a manner that’s not “honest,” President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said, urging the US to “sort out” the non-delivery of F-35...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 19:21:46 +0000
French doctor arrested for throwing objects at bailiff who came to summon him over prescribing hydroxychloroquine for Covid-19
A French doctor was hauled off to jail following an altercation with a bailiff who had attempted to bring him before a professional council regarding his unorthodox (but legal) prescription of controversial Covid-19 drugs. Read Full Art...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 19:10:36 +0000
NY health commissioner under Cuomo responsible for notorious Covid nursing home order resigns
New York State Health Commissioner Howard Zucker, who served under disgraced ex-governor Andrew Cuomo and was responsible for implementing his disastrous Covid-19 nursing home directive, has resigned from his position. Read Full Article...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 18:18:08 +0000
DHS suspends horseback patrols on border, after misleading ‘whipping of migrants’ photos go viral
The Department of Homeland Security will stop using Border Patrol agents on horseback to turn illegal immigrants away from the US border. The policy change comes after photos showed mounted guards chasing down Haitian migrants. Read Ful...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 18:08:55 +0000
No clown: Usyk raises eyebrows with Joker-inspired garb at Joshua face-off – but Ukrainian can shock in title showdown (VIDEO)
Oleksandr Usyk raised a few eyebrows with his sartorial choices during Thursday's press conference with Anthony Joshua but the Ukrainian slugger remains ideally poised to cause a shock at boxing's heavyweight summit. Read Full Article a...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 17:33:01 +0000
Land of the free? US says its Winter Olympic athletes MUST get Covid vaccine… but powerhouses Norway won’t follow suit
Team US have made Covid vaccination mandatory for any athletes hoping to compete at the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics – although traditional powerhouses Norway said they will not be following suit by making jabs compulsory. Read Full A...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 17:16:57 +0000
US envoy to Haiti resigns over ‘inhumane’ deportations and ‘catastrophic’ political meddling
US Special Envoy to Haiti David Foote has quit his job over the Biden administration’s removal of thousands of illegal Haitian immigrants. Foote also disagreed with the US’ backing of de-facto Prime Minister Ariel Henry. Read Full A...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 16:25:37 +0000
Pod of over 50 pilot whales reportedly slaughtered in Faroe Islands days after unprecedented massacre (GRAPHIC IMAGES)
At least 53 pilot whales were killed in Denmark’s Faroe Islands this week, according to a report by the Sea Shepherd organization – the same NGO that raised the alarm after a recent mass dolphin slaughter that outraged activists. Re...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 16:06:56 +0000
WATCH: Medics march in France to demand higher wages and better recognition from govt
Nurses and operating room staff have taken to the streets across France to demand more pay and greater recognition for their work, with some hospitals forced to only undertake emergency operations as personnel strike. Read Full Article ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 16:01:18 +0000
Sulfur dioxide cloud from Spain’s Canary Islands volcano eruption to sweep over France, with hints of acid rain
France and areas of the Mediterranean are forecast to feel the effects of the eruption on the Spanish Canary Islands this weekend as clouds filled with sulfur dioxide rise into Europe, making rain slightly more acidic. Read Full Article...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 15:54:39 +0000
‘Nice coconuts’: Russian breaststroke charmer Efimova soaks up sun before planning tilt at $1.4m Swimming World Cup (PHOTOS)
Russian six-time world breaststroke champion Yulia Efimova is enjoying some Hawaiian sunshine before the 29-year-old prepares for her planned return at the million-dollar Swimming World Cup in October. Read Full Article at RT.com ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 15:52:38 +0000
‘Serious progress’ made between Tehran and Riyadh over Gulf security – Iranian foreign ministry
The spokesman for Iran’s foreign ministry, Saeed Khatibzadeh, told state media on Thursday that “serious progress” has been made between Tehran and Riyadh on “the subject of security in the Gulf.” Read Full Article at RT.com ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 15:35:11 +0000
Ukraine passes sweeping new ‘anti-oligarch’ law, critics say restrictions will be used to target Zelensky’s political opponents
Ukraine’s parliament has voted through a flagship bill that its proponents say will clip the wings of well-heeled tycoons attempting to exert control over the country’s lawmakers and set up a new register of purported oligarchs. Rea...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 15:26:34 +0000
‘Can they also swap the stumps for non-phallic symbols?’ Cricket fans react as ‘batsmen’ ditched for gender-neutral alternatives
Fans online have reacted after the Marylebone Cricket Club in England announced amendments to laws and changed the traditional terms 'batsman' and 'batsmen' to more gender-neutral alternatives. Read Full Article at RT.com

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 15:07:00 +0000
France’s Naval Group vows to BILL Australia after ‘unprecedented brutality’ of cancelled $40bn submarine deal
French shipbuilder Naval Group has said it will send a “detailed and calculated proposal” to Australia after Canberra canned a $40 billion submarine deal in favor of a new pact with the US and UK, much to France’s dismay. Read Ful...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:56:52 +0000
WATCH: Pitch-invading dog shows pedigree by NUTMEGGING player in Bosnian league
We've seen all manner of pitch invasions over the years but the recent such one in the Bosnian league left viewers to paws for thought after a dog showed his pedigree on the pitch by nutmegging one of the players. Read Full Article at R...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:52:51 +0000
25-year-old Russian psychologist & sex coach thrown off 13th-floor balcony in Saint Petersburg by 'jealous' husband – reports
Police officers in Saint Petersburg have opened an investigation after a man turned himself in on Tuesday, confessing that he'd killed his wife by stabbing her and throwing her off the balcony of their shared 13th-floor apartment. Read ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:48:01 +0000
‘This is a parody account, right?’ Marjorie Taylor Greene ridiculed for bringing Scooby-Doo meme to US Congress
Memes might be powerful, but they belong on the internet, not in the US Congress, online commenters argued as they bashed Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene for displaying a Scooby-Doo cartoon on the House floor. Read Full...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:29:50 +0000
One charger to rule them all? EU announces plan to impose universal phone cable in blow to Apple
In a setback for Apple, the European Union has announced plans to standardize chargers for smartphones and other small electronic devices, giving manufacturers a two-year transition period in which to fall in line. Read Full Article at ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:23:19 +0000
East European leaders urge EU nations to increase birth rate to prevent ‘extinction of Europe’, saying immigration not the answer
The leaders of the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Serbia and Slovenia signed a joint statement on Thursday calling on the EU to not use immigration in an attempt to address what they perceive as a demographic crisis in the bloc. Read ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:08:21 +0000
‘Masturbation’ in the stands & trainers punching fans: Violent France is the shame of Europe
At a time when it has the perfect opportunity to show the best of itself, French football is exhibiting the worst. It may boast the world's best player, but issues in broader society are manifesting themselves into the local game. Read ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 13:56:59 +0000
‘Blow-dart it into them!’ Outrage as FDA employee caught saying African-Americans should be vaccinated against their will
Conservatives are up in arms after a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) employee was caught on camera advocating forced vaccination for minorities and a Nazi-style register of the unvaccinated, “like the Jewish star.” Read Full Arti...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 13:51:29 +0000
‘This is not normal’: Jen Psaki blasted for suggesting UK PM blindsided White House by taking questions from the media
The White House press secretary has been condemned after saying the UK PM hadn’t informed her he would take questions from the media as he sat with the US president. Reporters were ushered out before they could question Joe Biden. Rea...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 13:36:17 +0000
Lebanon at risk of complete blackout by end of September, Beirut’s electricity company warns
Lebanon’s state electricity company has said that the country is at “high” risk of being plunged into a total blackout by the end of the month as the Middle-Eastern nation’s fuel supplies shrink rapidly. Read Full Article at RT....

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 13:36:05 +0000
‘Get the sh*t beat out of me’: Footage of UFC icon Diaz prompts concern as star admits he ‘resents’ MMA ahead of comeback (VIDEO)
Ahead of his first bout in more than six years, Nick Diaz has prompted questions as to his motivation to fight - with several fans expressing concern after the UFC released footage of a sluggish Diaz shadow-boxing. Read Full Article at ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 12:59:02 +0000
‘Men with low testosterone could compete with women’ – Russian Olympic legend weighs in on transgender row
Russian Olympic gold medalist Tatyana Lebedeva says debates over transgender athletes and testosterone levels in female competitors are not going away anytime soon, urging more research from scientists to ensure fair competition. Read F...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 12:55:43 +0000
American politicians voting for new sanctions ‘don’t understand reality of Russia,’ but dislike country due to prejudice – Kremlin
The chance of sweeping new sanctions backed by American lawmakers ever coming into force is slim, the Kremlin has said, after representatives voted for proposals that would target Russian officials, including the prime minister. Read Fu...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 12:41:41 +0000
‘AI-driven community surveillance’: US cops reportedly using invasive tool to grab suspects’ social media, Pornhub & Tinder data
A number of US law enforcement agencies are reportedly using a shadowy AI surveillance program that trawls social media accounts, dating apps, online shopping wishlists and even Pornhub pages to help identify persons of interest. Read F...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 12:18:43 +0000
Latvia's Human Rights and Public Affairs Commission approves ban of St. George's Ribbon, a hallmark of WWII victory celebrations
A commission of Latvia's parliament has approved a bill that would ban the use of the iconic St. George's ribbon during public events, with MPs believing it is a symbol of the Soviet era and is against the spirit of independence. Read F...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 11:59:03 +0000
Taiwan mounts urgent response after 19 Chinese PLA jets, including two nuclear-capable bombers, enter its air defense zone
Taiwan’s air force rushed to warn off a fleet of jets belonging to China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) that entered its air defense identification zone, including two nuclear-capable planes, Taipei has said. Read Full Article a...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 11:58:34 +0000
Inspiration for Perm massacre? Music of rapper Morgenshtern encourages teenagers to ‘commit violent acts,’ Russian official claims
Following this week’s deadly shooting at a university in Perm, the head of Russia’s Safe Internet League has pointed her finger at famous rapper Morgenshtern, accusing him of encouraging young people to become more aggressive. Read ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 11:54:27 +0000
‘For my tribe’: Wilder promises ‘special’ ring-walk for Fury trilogy – despite blaming last defeat on outfit being TOO HEAVY
Deontay Wilder says that he will debut another theatrical outfit for his ring-walk ahead of the trilogy fight with Tyson Fury despite blaming his defeat in their rematch last year on a similar outfit which he said weighed 40lbs. Read Fu...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 11:18:14 +0000
‘This is stupid’: Fans stunned as Lyon star Paqueta receives yellow card after ‘showboating’ (VIDEO)
Football fans have reacted with outrage to the state of the modern game after Lyon star Lucas Paqueta received a yellow card after showboating when attempting a harmless rainbow flick in Ligue 1 on Wednesday night. Read Full Article at ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:43:49 +0000
Court case filed against French customs after officials refuse to disclose records of arms exports
Amnesty International France and the European Centre for Constitutional and Human Rights have jointly filed a case in a Paris court to force French customs to release records of exports of weapons to Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Read Full ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:42:58 +0000
Don't hand out cash to pensioners like communists, Russian bank chief says, insisting under capitalism elderly should pay own way
Russia's top economic bosses are embroiled in a row over whether retirees should be able to count on handouts from the government, or if workers should be expected to set aside savings to cover their living expenses later in life. Read ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:33:44 +0000
‘There’s so much bullsh*t with all this’: Tyson Fury refuses second Covid jab ahead of Wilder trilogy fight
Undefeated WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has admitted his reluctance at taking a second Covid-19 immunization jab until after he fights Deontay Wilder on October 9, amid fears that it could distract from his preparations. Read Ful...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:32:52 +0000
Australia denies it recommitted to French submarine program just hours before AUKUS pact announcement
The Australian government has dismissed a French minister’s claims that Canberra had recommitted to the French submarine deal just hours before Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced a nuclear submarine pact with the UK and US. Read ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:12:11 +0000
PSG star Mbappe told to ‘be more humble’ after goading goalkeeper and ‘hiding behind teammates’ as Neymar protects him (VIDEO)
French star Kylian Mbappe has been told to tone down his ego by a rival coach after the striker goaded Metz goalkeeper Alexandre Oukidja as Paris Saint-Germain snatched a late winner in their Ligue 1 clash. Read Full Article at RT.com ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:10:32 +0000
Just how bad could things get this winter? European energy crisis is about to go global
It was only a matter of time, really. In a globalized world, energy crunches can hardly remain regionally contained for very long, especially in a context of damaged supply chains and a rush to cut investment in fossil fuels. Read Full ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:03:49 +0000
New Litvinenko & Skripal allegations against Moscow timed to distract from West's defeat in Afghanistan, Russia's top spy claims
A new wave of claims attaching Russia to the alleged poisonings of ex-spies Alexander Litvinenko and Sergey Skripal in Britain are designed to distract attention from the West's own failures, Moscow's intelligence chief insists. Read Fu...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:00:06 +0000
RT’s Boom Bust asks if cryptocurrencies could cause the next financial crisis
Cryptocurrency trading platform Coinbase is expected to propose a federal regulatory framework for crypto to US officials. Coinbase also plans to argue about the definition of what a security is within the United States. Read Full Artic...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 09:58:27 +0000
Covid-19 pandemic will be over in a year, Moderna chief executive says
The CEO of US pharma giant Moderna, Stephane Bancel, has come up with a reassuring forecast, suggesting that increasing vaccine production could see the coronavirus pandemic finally coming to an end in mid-2022. Read Full Article at RT....

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 09:45:12 +0000
Ridiculed Conor McGregor launches into bizarre rant about ‘smoking Messi & Ronaldo’ as he attempts to defend ‘worst pitch ever’
MMA superstar Conor McGregor has launched into a social media rant after his 'worst pitch ever' at a baseball game, bizarrely taking aim at the likes of Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Roger Federer. Read Full Article at RT.com ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 09:37:53 +0000
First region in Poland abandons anti-LGBT resolution over threats of losing EU funds
A region in southern Poland has revoked a controversial anti-LGBT resolution over fears of losing funding from the European Union, making it the first to ditch its declaration of being an LGBT-free zone. Read Full Article at RT.com ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 09:25:32 +0000
‘Russia is not going to join NATO’, FM Lavrov quips before private meeting with head of US-led bloc Stoltenberg at UN in New York
Russia is not going to become a member of NATO, the country's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told the press on Wednesday, before a behind-closed-doors meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly with the boss of the bloc. Read F...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 09:00:12 +0000
How do you protect your digital sovereignty from modern day slavery? RT’s Keiser Report finds out
Cryptocurrencies are built on everything that makes up the concept of individual sovereignty, like peer-to-peer networks and encryption. But there are other tools online to keep you from being enslaved by the world’s monopolies. Read ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 08:55:10 +0000
Hundreds of thousands of heavy-goods vehicle drivers aren’t working, says minister, as UK govt vows to tackle haulage crisis
A British minister has vowed to tackle the country’s haulage crisis by getting the domestic workforce back into driving jobs, claiming that there are hundreds of thousands of people with HGV licences who aren’t working. Read Full Ar...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 08:00:08 +0000
Poland claims Russia’s Nord Stream 2 pipeline does not meet European certification requirements
Polish energy company PGNiG has claimed Russia’s Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline does not meet EU requirements, possibly causing further delays to the certification process needed to launch gas deliveries. Read Full Article at RT.com ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 07:00:07 +0000
JPMorgan facing oil bribery probe in Brazil – media
An investigation is underway in Brazil into whether JPMorgan Chase took part in an alleged bribery and money laundering scheme, dating back to 2011, involving state-run oil company Petrobras. Read Full Article at RT.com

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 04:44:19 +0000
Melbourne, reeling from protests against Covid-19 restrictions, sets new world record for longest lockdown
Rattled by a wave of violent anti-lockdown protests, Australia’s second-largest city has hit a grim pandemic milestone, reportedly becoming the city that has lived the longest under lockdown as infections surge. Read Full Article at R...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 02:53:09 +0000
‘No one is safe’: Actor Johnny Depp calls for revolt against cancel culture, warns that ‘it takes one sentence’ to destroy someone
Hollywood star Johnny Depp has railed against “cancel culture,” warning that the phenomenon has gone so far that anyone can see their life destroyed if an accuser is willing to turn the mob against them. Read Full Article at RT.com ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 02:04:35 +0000
Tourist arrested for using fake ‘Maderna’ vaccine pass WANTED in Hawaii after skipping virtual court hearing
A woman accused of trying to use a fake Covid-19 vaccine passport in Hawaii – which conspicuously mangled the spelling of “Moderna” – is now wanted in the state, with a judge issuing an arrest warrant after she skipped a hearing...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 01:42:51 +0000
FDA greenlights Pfizer booster shots for elderly & those aged 18+ at ‘high risk’ from Covid-19, leaving room for interpretation
The US Food and Drug Administration has given its blessing to the use of Pfizer’s Covid-19 jab for booster doses. The move could impact millions of Americans, including teachers, grocery workers, and hospital staff. Read Full Article ...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 00:20:45 +0000
Send Haitian migrants to GITMO? Report that small detention facility in Guantanamo Bay will house migrants sparks outrage
The Biden administration is seeking guards fluent in Haitian Creole to staff a detention facility in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba – but it is far too small to have an impact on the thousands of Haitian migrants currently camped in Texas. Read...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 23:32:40 +0000
‘Worse than SLAVERY’: Democrat Maxine Waters slams Border Patrol ‘whipping’ Haitian migrants
US Border Patrol agents are “cowboys” who must be “gotten rid of” and their “whipping” of Haitian migrants in Del Rio, Texas was worse than slavery, according to Congresswoman Maxine Waters, an influential California Democra...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 22:48:24 +0000
US House Democrats curtail GOP minority’s ability to seek investigations of Biden administration – media
After four years of cooking up any possible scandal to oust former president Donald Trump, Democrats are reportedly changing congressional rules to block Republicans from even requesting investigations of the Biden administration. Read ...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 22:20:05 +0000
US Democrats demand sanctions against 35 Russians, including prime minister & Putin's spokesman, alleging ‘human rights abuses’
A proposed amendment to the US Pentagon funding bill demands that the White House sanction 35 Russian citizens for alleged human rights abuses, including the prime minister, Moscow's mayor and President Vladimir Putin's spokesman. Read ...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 22:16:31 +0000
Candace Owens skewers MSNBC’s Reid over ‘missing white woman syndrome,’ points to disparities in reporting of police violence
Black conservative commentator Candace Owens took on MSNBC host Joy Reid for turning the saga of missing vlogger Gabby Petito into another racial grievance, arguing the bigger disparity is in media coverage of killings by police. Read F...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 22:06:30 +0000
Washington elementary school walks back ‘insane’ rule asking students to wear masks WHILE EATING
An elementary school in Washington state has walked back a policy requiring kids to wear face masks “to chew, swallow, or talk” at lunchtime, after some outraged parents complained about the bizarre rule. Read Full Article at RT.com...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 21:14:37 +0000
Apple memo from Tim Cook denouncing leakers gets leaked
“People who leak confidential information” don’t belong at Apple, according to the tech giant’s CEO Tim Cook, whose memo denouncing leakers was itself leaked to The Verge as previous memos had been. Read Full Article at RT.com ...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 20:51:26 +0000
MoD suspends official over leak that exposed data of 250 Afghans who worked for British forces, as SECOND email breach reported
The military has said it suspended one official following a breach that exposed data concerning some 250 Afghan interpreters who used to work with UK forces, while a second breach affecting another 55 people has been reported. Read Full...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 20:36:52 +0000
Covid-19 appeared in the US before Wuhan, Chinese scientists claim in new research paper
Using mathematical models, a quartet of Chinese scientists has argued that the first case of Covid-19 appeared between April and November 2019 in the northeastern US, long before the outbreak in Wuhan, China. Read Full Article at RT.com...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 19:26:43 +0000
‘This dude is down bad’: Footage emerges showing MMA fighter Dillon Danis ‘being submitted before arrest’ (VIDEO)
Footage has emerged showing MMA fighter Dillon Danis being restrained on the ground before the Bellator star was arrested and reportedly hit with disorderly conduct charges at the weekend. Read Full Article at RT.com

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 19:03:55 +0000
Two MORE UK energy suppliers collapse as gas crisis deepens, over 1.5 million customers reportedly affected
A further two UK energy suppliers have collapsed amid the deepening gas crisis, leaving an additional 800,000 customers in limbo. Over 1.5 million people are now reportedly affected, with more firms expected to cease trading. Read Full ...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 19:02:05 +0000
Fantastic Beasts: Gay jokes and anger from trans community as new JK Rowling movie gets a title
The latest spin-off movie from JK Rowling’s ‘Harry Potter’ universe will be called ‘Fantastic Beasts 3: The Secrets of Dumbledore’. Jokers online immediately speculated that the secret was of a sexual nature. Read Full Article...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 18:49:17 +0000
Australian police attempt to keep reporters from covering Covid-19 protests, back off after news outlet threatens legal challenge
Melbourne police partially backed off an order to keep news helicopters out of the sky over anti-lockdown protests after media pushed back with a legal challenge. Police said protesters were tracking cops’ movements via newsfeeds. Rea...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 18:16:28 +0000
‘He’s dead’: Bill Gates squirms as PBS interview turns to his meetings with convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein
Software billionaire Bill Gates got perhaps more than he bargained for in a PBS interview when the host apparently caught him off guard with questions concerning his relationship with deceased pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Read Full Articl...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 18:15:08 +0000
Perfect pair: Golf favorite Spiranac claims feuding US rivals Koepka & DeChambeau should unite for glory at Ryder Cup
Golf pin-up Paige Spiranac has said she wants Team US captain Steve Stricker to put together bitter rivals Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau at the upcoming Ryder Cup, claiming they would be "unstoppable". Read Full Article at RT.com ...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 17:50:24 +0000
‘Political dialogue is non-existent within NATO,’ France’s defense minister says amid AUKUS deal snub
France’s Defense Minister Florence Parly has called for a review of NATO’s “strategic concept,” stating that “dialogue is non-existent” within the bloc. The remarks come amid the ongoing scandal over the new AUKUS pact. Read...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 17:48:34 +0000
‘Barbaric & dangerous’: Ex-heavyweight champ Riddick Bowe, 54, pulled from fight after criticism of Holyfield horror show
Former undisputed world heavyweight champion Riddick Bowe has reportedly been pulled from a celebrity boxing match, following concerns over the fight featuring fellow veteran Evander Holyfield earlier this month. Read Full Article at RT...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:52:10 +0000
Insulate Britain activist storms off Good Morning Britain after revelation that he hasn't insulated his own home (VIDEO)
A senior figure from Insulate Britain, the climate activist group responsible for blocking road junctions on London’s M25 motorway, hasn’t insulated his own home. The eyebrow-raising revelation came to light live on morning TV. Read...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:38:00 +0000
Climate Night Cringeathon: Late-night ‘comedians’ slated for teaming up to lecture the masses on saving the planet
America’s top comedy hosts have gotten together for an evening of climate-focused entertainment. Based on the scathing reactions online, at least nobody will be wasting electricity by watching it. Read Full Article at RT.com

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:28:34 +0000
France to return ambassador to Washington after Biden’s call to Macron in wake of major military contract snub
The French ambassador to the US, recalled recently over the AUKUS row, will return to Washington next week, President Emmanuel Macron has announced after a phone call with his US counterpart Joe Biden. Read Full Article at RT.com ...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:25:09 +0000
Leaked docs show DARPA considered funding $14mn project to infect Chinese bats with altered coronaviruses in 2018 – reports
Documents published by a scientist group probing Covid-19’s origins reveal that controversial US non-profit EcoHealth Alliance had sought $14 million in 2018 for a project that would expose Chinese bats to altered coronaviruses. Read ...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:21:32 +0000
‘It’s about fairness’: Germany scraps Covid quarantine compensation for unvaccinated workers
Germany’s Health Minister Jens Spahn has announced that the government will scrap compensation for unvaccinated workers who have to isolate after testing positive for Covid or returning from ‘high risk’ nations. Read Full Article ...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:13:07 +0000
Stupid? Yes. Racist? No! Anyone who says NFL taunting ban is a plot to control black players is simply stirring a racial agenda
The controversial taunting penalty rule brought into the NFL has already been blasted by fans, players and pundits. Yet anyone claiming it is an attempt to 'control black bodies' is merely guilty of race-baiting. Read Full Article at RT...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:53:07 +0000
Half of children have already had Covid, England’s chief medical officer says, with highest transmission rate among school pupils
Roughly half of all schoolchildren have already had Covid-19, England’s chief medical officer has said, adding that the highest rate of transmission of the virus is currently being seen in this age group. Read Full Article at RT.com ...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:15:06 +0000
New American-led Cold War conflict with Russia & China has already begun, majority of EU citizens believe – bombshell new poll
The US is now locked into a new cycle of showdowns and suspicion with both Moscow and Beijing, while Brussels already risks being drawn into the rift, a majority of EU citizens believe, according to a major new research report. Read Ful...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 14:55:09 +0000
Give ‘moi’ a break: UK PM Johnson tells France to get over their AUKUS deal grievances
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has blasted France for its reaction to the AUKUS pact, which saw Canberra pull out of a major submarine deal it had with Paris, saying that its Gallic neighbours need to get over it. Read Full Articl...



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