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Gun Jams During Bid to Kill Argentina Vice-President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner

Footage shows the moment the former president found herself face-to-face with the loaded weapon.

2 years ago

UN Inspectors Assess Damage to Ukraine Nuclear Plant in High-Stakes Visit

An IAEA inspection team braved intense shelling to reach the Zaporizhzhia power plant on Thursday.

2 years ago

Russian Oil Chief Maganov Dies in ‘Fall from Hospital Window’

He is the latest of a number of high-profile business executives to die in mysterious circumstances.

2 years ago

Malaysia’s Former First Lady Rosmah Sentenced to 10 Years in Jail for Graft

She has been widely scorned in Malaysia for her extravagant lifestyle and penchant for Hermes Birkin bags.

2 years ago

Russia Halts Gas Flows to Europe Via Nord Stream 1 for Maintenance Works

The temporary halt to supplies reflects a deepening gas dispute between Russia and the European Union.

2 years ago

Amazon, Google Slam Microsoft’s Cloud Computing Changes

  It limits competition and discourages customers from switching to rival providers, they said.

2 years ago

Last Soviet Leader Gorbachev Dies at 91

For the sheer improbability of his actions and their impact on the late 20th century, Mr. Gorbachev ranks as a…

2 years ago

South Korea Proposes First Spending Cut in 13 Years

The move marks a shift away from aggressive fiscal spending under the previous left-leaning government in recent years.

2 years ago

Swedish PM Sets Out Further Military Aid Package to Ukraine

The package will include anti-tank weapons, personal protective equipment, and mine clearance equipment.

2 years ago

IAEA to Visit Ukraine Nuclear Plant Amid Renewed Shelling

 The announcement came hours after Russia and Ukraine traded claims of rocket and artillery strikes at or near the plant…

2 years ago