Ukraine’s president pledges ‘retribution’ and calls Russian President Vladimir Putin a ‘sick old man from Red Square’.Russia wanted to “destroy” Ukraine but war has “returned to its home”, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says in an independence day video address filmed in the border area from where Kyiv launched its surprise incursion into Kursk. Ukraine was on Saturday celebrating its 33rd independence day from the Soviet Union amid the protracted war, with Ukrainian forces entering Russia’s Kursk region and Moscow making gains in more eastern Ukrainian areas. Zelenskyy posted a video on Saturday from a deserted, forested area in the Sumy…
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Family seeks answers after mother’s body found The family of Marcia Recarey is grappling with her loss after her severely burned body was discovered in Highbridge Park last week. NEW YORK – The family of Marcia Recarey is grappling with her loss after her severely burned body was discovered in Highbridge Park last week. Recarey’s daughters, Leonela and GenNesys Peralta, have set up a memorial with candles, a teddy bear and framed photographs in the park to honor their mother’s life. “She wasn’t just burned remains. She was a person that was loved,” said Leonela Recarey. Marcia Recarey, 58, was…
On August 14, following the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention’s (Africa CDC) declaration of mpox as a public health emergency of continental security, the World Health Organization (WHO) recognized it as a public health emergency of international concern. Mpox, a highly contagious disease transmitted primarily through close contact with infected individuals, has seen a significant rise in cases this year, with more than 17,000 reported cases and more than 500 deaths, predominantly in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Symptoms include a blistering rash, swollen lymph nodes, fever, and muscle aches. Experts told Human Rights Watch the current variant of the virus seems to differ from previous…
Grammy Award-winning artist Wizkid has shared his love for two popular Nigerian soups, egusi and efo, in a recent interview.When asked to choose between the two, the Ojuelegba crooner expressed his fondness for both. He said, “Mo feran efo ati egusi” in Yoruba, which translates to “I love efo and egusi.”Meanwhile, Wizkid elaborated that his preference for the Nigerian soups is heightened when they are prepared with “Eja too bad,” meaning nice fish. Also, the music star showcased his humorous side by exclaiming “Allahu Akbar” as he described his favorite soups. This left fans amused.Additionally, this lighthearted moment offers a…
It’s still said that defense wins championships. If that’s true, the teams at the top of the defense rankings put their team in a great position. Here’s a preview of the stingiest defenses heading into the 2024 season, from 1-32. Jessica Rapfogel / USA Today Sports Images Former defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald did an incredible job getting Baltimore’s defense back to its elite status over the last two years and was rewarded with a head coaching job in Seattle. New coordinator Zach Orr has huge shoes to fill but the personnel to keep pace. Linebacker Patrick Queen left for…
Karim Khan says the court has the power to issue the warrants against PM Netanyahu and Hamas officials over Gaza war.The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has called on judges to “urgently” rule on his request for arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and others linked to the war on Gaza. Prosecutor Karim Khan said that “any unjustified delay in these proceedings detrimentally affects the rights of victims”. Khan had applied for arrest warrants against Israeli officials, including Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, as well as three Hamas leaders in May for alleged crimes committed during the…
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suspends his campaign Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who was running in the 2024 presidential election as an independent, also announced he will endorse former President Donald Trump’s campaign for a second term. FOX 10’s Brian Webb has more. The Brief Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said that he’s suspending his campaign and endorsing Donald Trump.Kennedy Jr. is speculated to be a “special guest” of Trump at his rally in Glendale on Friday afternoon.RFK Jr. withdrew from the Arizona ballot late Thursday, according to the Arizona Secretary of State’s Office. PHOENIX – Ahead of a…
On August 23, commencing at 7:00 p.m. for approximately 70 minutes, Ms. KAMIKAWA Yoko, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan held a working dinner with Honourable Mr. Ronald LAMOLA, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of the Republic of South Africa. The overview is as follows. Introduction(1) At the outset, Minister Kamikawa congratulated Minister Lamola on the formation of South Africa’s government of national unity and his appointment as Minister of International Relations and Cooperation and expressed her hope to work together on the challenges facing the international community with South Africa, an important partner with which Japan shares fundamental…
Dr Dolor and Kpee LyricsSee Finish is the fourth track on Dr Dolor’s new album, Echoes Of Endurance, it features Kpee and showcases catchy lyrics that resonate with listeners.Echoes Of Endurance Album CoverDr Dolor & Kpee – See Finish LyricsLadies and gentlemenDr DolorMy way, I be on my wayNo time for ragerage take your girl Like Omah layAje today na todayOya Gbemi debe carry me go trabayeThem say monkey no dey waste timeTo chop em banana finishAnd na me banana dey withMake you chop am clean mouth innitNa to chop am once you goMake you no come see me finishAunty…
Rangers right-hander Max Scherzer was scheduled to make a rehab outing for Double-A Frisco Friday but that will no longer happen. Per Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News, the veteran has been scratched from that start, and the club is providing little information about his current status.It’s been a challenging season for Scherzer, who has never dealt with a significant injury. Apart from his 2008 debut and the shortened 2020 season, he has never thrown less than 145 1/3 innings in a major league season. He logged at least 170 frames in each full season from 2009 to 2021. But…