The leaders of 26 countries, led by UK prime minister Sir Keir Starmer, have agreed to move into an “operational phase” to plan for a multinational force to ensure a ceasefire in Ukraine. Military planners will meet in London to discuss security arrangements for a peace deal, with the US still hesitant to provide military support. The group will increase sanctions on Russia, consider seizing assets, and offer financial and military support to Ukraine while seeking US backing for any peacekeeping operation.
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Junior Bridgeman, N.B.A. Player Turned Mogul, Dies at 71
Junior Bridgeman, a former N.B.A. player turned successful entrepreneur, passed away at 71 in Louisville, Ky. He amassed a net worth of $1.4 billion through investments in fast-food restaurants, a Coca-Cola bottling business, and a minority stake in the Milwaukee Bucks. Bridgeman's business acumen and leadership extended beyond basketball, leaving a lasting legacy in both the sports and business worlds. Full Article
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