Protesters in Georgia's separatist Abkhazia region refuse to cede control of government buildings

In an address to the Russian people at the Kremlin in Moscow, Vladimir Putin threatened to bomb the UK in response to Ukraine using British-made missiles against Russia, warning of further escalation in the ongoing war. Putin stated that Russia has the right to retaliate against countries that attack its military facilities and mentioned testing a new ballistic missile with a hypersonic warhead in combat conditions. The UK and US condemned Russia's actions, with concerns...

In a new crackdown on anti-social behavior, Home Secretary Yvette Cooper will introduce "respect orders" to tackle hooligans causing havoc in local communities, reminiscent of Tony Blair's Respect Agenda. The police will be granted powers to ban troublemakers from town centres and public spaces, as well as seize vehicles associated with anti-social behavior like off-road bikes and e-scooters. Cooper's initiative aims to empower the law-abiding majority and eradicate the scourge of anti-social behavior, echoing Blair's...

Russian President Vladimir Putin asserted Moscow's right to strike countries supplying weapons to Ukraine, warning of a global conflict and readiness for any scenario in the confrontation with Kyiv and the West. Putin's address on state TV followed Ukraine firing missiles at Russian territory, with the leader vowing a decisive response to aggressive actions and claiming Ukraine's strikes had failed. The warning, among his strongest yet, emphasized the escalating tensions and the potential for further...

Habs fans have experienced a roller-coaster season, with high hopes at the start following three difficult years. Kent Hughes brought in Patrik Laine, generating excitement, and management promised a competitive team. However, the Canadiens have struggled to secure a playoff spot, leaving fans uncertain about the team's future. Full Article

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