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UK: Russian mercenary chief’s likely death could destabilize his private army

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:55 GMT

Britain’s defense ministry said Friday that the presumed death of Russian mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin in a plane crash could destabilize the Wagner Group, whose brutal fighters were feared in Ukraine, Africa and Syria and conducted a brief but shocking mutiny in Russia.Prigozhin, who was listed among those on board, was eulogized Thursday by Russian President Vladimir Putin, even as suspicions grew that Putin was behind a Wednesday crash that many saw as an assassination.Russian authorities have not yet confirmed Prigozhin’s death. The British ministry wrote that “It is highly likely that he is indeed dead.” However, it noted that “he is known to exercise exceptional security measures.” “The demise of Prigozhin almost certainly would have a deeply destabilizing effect on the Wagner Group. His personal attributes of hyperactivity, exceptional audacity, a drive for results and extreme brutality permeated Wagner and are unlikely to be matched by any successor,” the ministr...

Norway to spend $6 million a year stock-piling grain, citing pandemic, war and climate change

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:55 GMT

COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Norway will spend 63 million kroner ($6 million) per year until the end of the decade stocking up on grain as the COVID-19 pandemic, a war in Europe and climate change have made it necessary, the government said Friday.Starting next year, Norway will start storing 15,000 tons of grain and do so yearly until 2028 or 2029, according to Norway’s minister for agriculture and food, Geir Pollestad, who said the aim is to always have a three-month worth of consumption in storage.Toward the end of the decade, 82,500 tons of grain should be in stock. Pollestad didn’t elaborate on the type of grain to be stored.Pollestad told the Norwegian news agency NTB that they must take into consideration “the unthinkable” happening. “In a situation with extreme prices on the world market, it will still be possible to buy grain, but if we have done our job, we will not be so dependent on the highest bidder at auction. We can help keep prices down.”Norwegian Finance ...

2 injured, 1 critically, in stabbing near Christie Pits

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:55 GMT

Two people are injured, one critically, following a stabbing near Christie Pits.Paramedics say they were called to the area just before midnight on Thursday.A man was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries, while a woman was transported with non-life-threatening injuries.There is no word on any suspects or arrests.No further details have been released.

UK police are investigating the deaths of 88 people linked to Canadian self-harm websites

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:55 GMT

LONDON (AP) — British police said Friday they are investigating the deaths of 88 people in the U.K. who bought products from Canada-based websites allegedly offering lethal substances to people at risk of self harm.The probe is part of international inquiries sparked by the arrest in Canada earlier this year of Kenneth Law, who has been charged with two counts of counseling and aiding suicide. Canadian police say Law, from the Toronto area, used a series of websites to market and sell sodium nitrite, a substance commonly used to cure meats that can be deadly if ingested.Police said Law is suspected of sending at least 1,200 packages to more than 40 countries. Authorities in the United States, Italy, Australia and New Zealand also have launched investigations.Britain’s National Crime Agency said it has identified 232 people in the U.K. who bought products from the websites in the two years until April, 88 of whom had died.The agency said it was investigating whether any crimes had be...

Champions Week - Warrensburg/North Warren Central/Lake George

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:55 GMT

WARRENSBURG, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- There remains just two reigning Section II high school football title holders left to showcase in "Champions Week," and Thursday's featured squad took Class C by storm last year, but they'll take aim at the Class D crown in 2023. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! In its' first season as a combined unit, Warrensburg/North Warren Central/Lake George looked like one of those teams on Madden NFL where you turn all the sliders up to 99. The Wolverines roared to a Class C section title, winning its' first 12 games by an average of over 47 points an outing. This ground-and-pound-centric team faces a tall order, though, in replacing over 4,000 yards and 60 touchdowns from its' backfield, but there's a supreme confidence they have the pieces in place to fill those holes."I would say we reloaded," said senior quarterback and defensive back Caden Allen. "We're as quick, if not quicker (than last year). And we'r...

UAlbany's Poffenbarger growing as Great Danes' QB 1

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:55 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Entering his sophomore season with the Great Danes, Reese Poffenbarger has gained better command of the offense. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Last season, Poffenbarger was in the midst of a quarterback battle for the starting job. He won it during fall camp and never looked back. One of the memorable performances he had last season was against the Fordham Rams.Poffenbarger had a breakout game, going 25-of-40 and throwing for over 400 yards and three touchdowns. The Great Danes take on the Rams in their home opener this weekend, and Poffenbarger is excited to showcase how much he's grown in the offense after a full off-season as the starter under his belt."Inside of the team we kind of knew what the deal was, but as far as you know me personally, I just think it's more freedom not having to compete every day as a player," Poffenbarger said. "You know you have your job solidified, you can try different...

How the EU has been supporting Ukraine 

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:55 GMT

Even before Ukraine came under attack from Russia in February 2022, the EU was keen to support Kyiv and forge closer links. Find out how, World.BackgroundSince withdrawing from the Soviet Union in 1991, Ukraine has been keen to pursue its own path, including forging closer links with the rest of Europe.RussiaUkraine’s relations with Russia have been tense due to the latter’s determination to keep the country within its sphere of influence. In 2014, Russia annexed Crimea in violation of international law, a move strongly condemned by the EU. It has also been waging a hybrid war against Ukraine, including economic pressure and disinformation attacks.In a resolution adopted in December 2021, MEPs called on Russia to withdraw its troops threatening Ukraine and said any aggression by Moscow must come at a high economic and political price. Parliament had already expressed grave concern about the large Russian military build-up at the border with Ukraine and in illegally occupied Crimea i...

Ask Amy: Our neighbors ignore the notes about their eyesore home

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:55 GMT

Dear Amy: I live in an affluent neighborhood of expensive, although older homes.The vast majority of homes are very well-maintained and manicured. Many have had major remodels to look like brand-new homes.However, there are a couple of homes that are in serious need of a facelift!One home in particular is a complete eyesore. Although it is worth over a couple million dollars, the lawn is dead, there are high weeds where the lawn should be, paint doesn’t match and/or is faded in places, and wood fascia is rotting, along with other significant cosmetic problems.There do not seem to be any code violations that would get the city involved.I am not aware of the owner’s financial situation, but they have been there long enough where there should be significant equity to refinance and pull out money for repairs – or sell and move to a less expensive home.Other neighbors have left notes, to no avail.Any suggestions on how to get this family to fix up their house, or even move?– ...

Harriette Cole: I’m fuming over this anonymous note about my teen

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:55 GMT

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have a friend or family member who wrote me an anonymous note telling me that I should teach my 13-year-old son to have better hygiene. I opened my mailbox last week and found it, and I started crying.Related ArticlesAdvice | Harriette Cole: My son says he’ll never forgive me for selling his inheritance Advice | Harriette Cole: Should I tell the truth about why I ditched them on our trip? Advice | Harriette Cole: My Sunday excess spilled over into work hours Advice | Harriette Cole: Will I be able to convince my fiance we should have babies? Advice | Harriette Cole: This disagreement over my luxury car might break our engagement We live on a farm, and my son loves to spend a lot of time with our pigs, cows and goats. He loves taking care of them every day because they are his pride and joy. As a result of this, he and his clothes often end up having a distinct scent on them from t...

NSA Orders Employees to Spy on the World “With Dignity and Respect”

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:23:55 GMT

The National Security Agency, the shadowy hub for the United States’ electronic and cyber spying, has instructed its employees that foreign targets of its intelligence gathering “should be treated with dignity and respect,” according to a new policy directive. The directive, released this summer as internal guidance, is for the NSA’s vaunted signals intelligence, or SIGINT, division, which is responsible for covert surveillance and data collection worldwide. Most Read Hacked Records Corroborate Claims in Hydroxychloroquine Wrongful Death Suit Micah Lee Police Are Getting DNA Data From People Who Think They Opted Out Jordan Smith ...