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Voice of America 

VOA Russian: Putin's apology for downed plane not enough for Azerbaijan

VOA Russian speaks to regional experts who believe that President Vladimir Putin has unexpectedly found himself in a corner after it appears Russian air defense accidentally shot down an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger plane. Azerbaijan will not completely break away from Russia, but Baku's strong statements indicate that Russia's influence over the region will rapidly decrease. Click here for the full story in Russian.

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

Flames get past Canucks, continue strong home form

(Photo credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images) Nazem Kadri scored the go-ahead goal midway through the third period and Jonathan Huberdeau had a goal and an assist to lead the host Calgary Flames to a 3-1 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday night. Connor Zary also scored for Calgary, which won for the 13th time in 20 home games (13-4-3) and 4-1-2 in its past seven games overall. Flames goalie Dustin Wolf made 23 sa

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

A mayor's odyssey: From migrant to cartel target

Crispín Mendoza, once an undocumented migrant in the US, is now the mayor of Alcozauca, overcoming assassination attempts amidst cartel violence in Guerrero, Mexico. Despite facing constant threats and corruption, Mendoza aims to improve his town's integrity while navigating the complex political landscape.

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

Jaren Jackson Jr. pours in 38 points in Grizzlies' win over Suns

(Photo credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images) Jaren Jackson Jr. paired 38 points with 10 rebounds and Desmond Bane added 31 points to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 117-112 win over the host Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. Luke Kennard supplied 17 points and seven rebounds off the bench for Memphis, while John Konchar pulled down 12 rebounds to go with his seven points. The Grizzlies opened up a 14-point halftime advantage and he

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Union Budget 2025: The revolution Sitharaman could bring for EV industry's boom on Feb 1

Budget 2025: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the 2025-26 Budget in February. The electric vehicle industry anticipates key initiatives to support its growth. Measures could include reduced GST on EV batteries, upgraded infrastructure status for charging stations, and performance-linked incentives for manufacturing. These steps could help the EV market become more affordable and accessible.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Panchayati Raj Ministry in 2024: Focus on more panchayat buildings, internet connectivity

In 2024, the Panchayati Raj Ministry focused on bridging infrastructure gaps by sanctioning funds for over 4,000 Panchayat Bhawans. Digital initiatives like eGramSwaraj in 22 languages and training programs were also prioritized to empower rural governance. The SVAMITVA programme made significant strides, with 2.19 crore property cards finalized.

Newsinfo.inquirer.net 

CA reverses Ombudsman’s suspension of Antique town mayor

The Court of Appeals (CA) has directed the Department of the Interior and Local Government and the local governments and police officials of Antique province to permanently reinstate Mayor Ernesto Tajanlangit III of Tobias Fornier town after nullifying his suspension over a dispute with the vice mayor regarding food pack distribution. The CA’s Fourteenth Division,

Rugby League Supporters Association Online 

Hull FC • Re: 2025 league predictions

Wigan
Catalans
Warrington
Rovers
Leeds
Saints
Leigh
Salford
Hull
Wakey
Hudds
Cas

As usual alot depends on injuries, also what happens at Salford, Leigh have lost alot of quality, depends if the replacements are as good, but still have two of SL best players. Leeds are a funny one, but think with Arthur they will do well, the two wingers will eat up meters for fun.

McNamara could be in danger if he doesn't have a good season, has the most expensive side in SL... Читать дальше...

EastBayTimes.com 

Monterey County hiker rescued in 16-hour recovery operation

After 16 hours and 16 miles of steep, jagged trails in the Ventana Wilderness south of Big Sur, the Monterrey County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Team delivered an ill 20-year-old hiker to safety on Sunday morning. The ordeal was of the most arduous of saves for the Search and Rescue Team, which described the extraction as “physically exhausting.” Tumultuous rainfall caused a rising river to strand half a dozen rescuers, Cal Fire and the Urban Search and Rescue Team overnight. At 8 p.m. Saturday,... Читать дальше...