Month: January 2022
Russia says wants ‘respectful’ ties with US
A Ukrainian solider on the frontline in eastern Ukraine, which has turned to the West since Moscow seized the Crimea peninsula in 2014 Moscow (AFP) – Russia said Sunday it wants “mutually respectful” relations with the United States and denied
Read MoreThere’s a complication in sanctioning Russia — it could cut Europe’s gas supply
The U.S. is working to help Europe find alternative energy sources should war in Ukraine lead Russia to cut off natural gas supplies.
Read MoreParents say the child tax credit worked. Can Congress bring it back? – NBC News
Parents say the child tax credit worked. Can Congress bring it back? NBC News Parents struggle after monthly child tax credit payments end CNN Meet a mom waiting on IRS refund who hasn’t gotten child tax credit Business Insider ‘Letter 6419:’ What It
Read MoreMigrants in Mexico are on their own against omicron
Ambulance in San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas, Mexico on January 27, 2022. | Artur Widak/NurPhoto via Getty Images US border policies have left them stuck in Mexico without adequate health care access. Much like in the US, omicron has
Read MoreFamine, subjugation and nuclear fallout: How Soviet experience helped sow resentment among Ukrainians toward Russia
Ukraine and Russia share a great deal in the way of history and culture – indeed for long periods in the past, the neighboring countries were part of larger empires encompassing both territories. But that history – especially during the
Read MoreThis CEO Is Fighting For His Nonprofit’s Mission in New York Federal Court
(To receive weekly emails of conversations with the world’s top CEOs and business decisionmakers, click here.) Millions of Americans face consumer debt lawsuits every year and for many low-income families, getting legal advice is limited. A quick Google search can
Read MoreTrump suggests he might pardon some Jan. 6 defendants – POLITICO – POLITICO
Trump suggests he might pardon some Jan. 6 defendants – POLITICO POLITICO Trump teases a presidential run and dangles pardons for January 6 rioters at Texas rally CNN Trump calls for nationwide protests if prosecutors ‘do anything illegal’ Business Insider Trump says he
Read MoreBeijing Winter Olympics start Feb. 4. Here’s what you need to know, athletes to watch
The Miami Herald breaks down what you need to know about the 2022 Winter Olympics: 2022 WINTER OLYMPICS — When: Feb. 4-20 (Opening ceremony airs at 6:30 a.m. on Feb. 4) — Where: Beijing, China — TV: NBC, Peacock. Prime-time
Read MoreNew Zealand PM Ardern isolating, journalist case highlights tough COVID curbs
(Reuters) -New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern stayed in self-isolation on Sunday, as the country recorded 103 new COVID-19 infections and its tough border controls were highlighted by a pregnant journalist who said she was trapped in Afghanistan. Ardern, in
Read MoreBritain considering major NATO deployment amid Ukraine crisis
LONDON (Reuters) – Britain is considering making a major NATO deployment as part of a plan to strengthen Europe’s borders in response to Russia massing troops on the border with Ukraine, the government said on Saturday. Britain has said that
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