July2023
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Ukraine says Russian troops advancing in ‘fierce fighting’
Jul 3, 2023Ukraine stated on Sunday that Russian troops were advancing in four regions in the country’s east amid “fierce fighting,” but that its forces were going forward in the south. Russian troops were moving near Avdiivka, Mariinka,... -
Biden to travel to UK, NATO summit, Finland: White House
Jul 3, 2023According to the White House, US President Joe Biden has planned a diplomatic trip to Europe this month, including stops in the United Kingdom, the NATO summit in Lithuania, and meetings in Finland. The White House... -
Zulu king undergoes tests following adviser’s sudden death
Jul 3, 2023South Africa’s Zulu king, the head of the country’s most powerful traditional monarchy, has undergone “thorough” medical checks in the aftermath of the sudden death of a close aide, a spokeswoman said Sunday, amid fears that... -
Arrests in overnight French riots rise to 719: ministry
Jul 3, 2023Arrests during a fifth night of rioting in France over the police shooting of a teenager have grown to 719, according to the interior ministry on Sunday. The ministry had earlier offered a preliminary total of... -
Tesla nearly doubles deliveries compared to last year
Jul 3, 2023Tesla outperformed analyst forecasts in the second quarter, delivering 466,140 vehicles amid a challenging market, according to the company’s earnings report released on Sunday. The nearly half-million deliveries indicate an increase of 83% over the same... -
UK court told Kevin Spacey was a ‘sexual bully’
Jul 2, 2023Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey was characterized as a “sexual bully” on Friday as prosecutors filed charges against him in London for a series of alleged crimes. “Kevin Spacey Fowler is an actor; many of you will... -
Oscar-winning actor Alan Arkin dies at 89
Jul 2, 2023According to his sons, Alan Arkin, the Oscar-winning ‘Little Miss Sunshine’ and ‘Argo’ actor famed for his sardonic wit and improvisation talents, died at the age of 89. Adam, Matthew, and Anthony, who all worked in... -
Rampal power plant shut down for maintenance
Jul 2, 2023According to UNB, power production at the Rampal thermal power plant in Bagerhat district has been interrupted since Friday night owing to maintenance work. According to Syed Ekramullah, managing director of Bangladesh India Friendship Power Company... -
Australia win 2nd Test against England, lead Ashes 2-0
Jul 2, 2023Australia won the second Ashes Test at Lord’s by 43 runs on Sunday, despite England captain Ben Stokes’ remarkable century, which was boosted by the contentious dismissal of Jonny Bairstow. Stokes scored 155 before being removed,... -
Ledecky wins US 1,500m free title in sixth-fastest time ever
Jul 2, 2023Katie Ledecky finished the US swimming championships on a high note Saturday, winning the 1,500m freestyle in 15:29.64 seconds to secure a fourth individual event at the World Championships in Fukuoka, Japan. Ledecky, who established the...
