Snitching, or reporting neighbours, colleagues and even strangers to the authorities, was common in Russia’s Soviet era. Now, as the government cracks down on critics of the Ukraine war, people…
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Putin critic Girkin wants to stand in Russia presidential election
In a letter to supporters published on Telegram on Sunday, Girkin, whose nom de guerre is Strelkov, said: “I understand perfectly well that in the current situation in Russia, participating…
Through K-pop and Quechua, singer Lenin Tamayo celebrates his Andean roots
Lima, Peru – Strolling up the neoclassical steps of Peru’s Supreme Court with a technicolour Indigenous shawl draped over one shoulder, Lenin Tamayo is keenly aware of the power of…
Pakistan military says four fighters killed near Afghanistan border
Troops are continuing to search the Khaisoor area of North Wazirstan district for fighters in hiding. Pakistani security forces have killed four armed fighters, including a highly sought individual, near…
Two journalists killed by Israeli bombing on Bureij refugee camp
NewsFeed In the past 24 hours, six media professionals have been killed by Israeli bombing, including journalists Sari Mansour and Hassouneh Salim. They were hit by an Israeli air strike…
Ukraine says Russia launched new drone attacks on three regions
Ukrainian military says its defences shot down 15 out of 20 Iranian-made Shahed drones overnight. Russia has launched several waves of drone attacks on the Kyiv, Poltava and Cherkasy regions…
When it comes to the Israeli-led ‘war on terror’, follow the money
Israel is embarking on a 'war on terror' that will benefit its military industry, but will have a devastating impact.source
Napoleon's Ridley Scott on critics and cinema 'bum ache'
The director says his response to criticism from historians about his film would “have a bleep in it”.source
Argentina presidential election run-off: Here’s what’s to know
EXPLAINER Massa represents the ruling establishment while Milei wants to turn the tables with radical policies. Argentina is heading for a run-off election on Sunday, which will pit a centrist…
‘Boycott Israel’ breathes new life into 100-year-old Egyptian soda brand
Cairo, Egypt – Spiro Spathis, Egypt’s oldest carbonated drinks company, is having a sensational comeback. Founded in 1920 by a Greek beekeeper from Kefalonia whose name it bears, “Spathis” has…
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