Author: Jessica Wilson
The Foreign Affairs Committee of the US House of Representatives supported the bill on the transfer of Russian assets to Ukraine. This is evidenced by the voting results, RIA Novosti writes. As specified, the committee approved the bill with a result of 40 votes in favor and two against. According to the text of the document, the Secretary of State is given the authority to provide additional assistance to Kyiv using assets confiscated from the Bank of Russia or other foreign assets of the country. However, as this bill suggests, the decision on the confiscation of sovereign Russian assets that…
After a tour of the Middle East, the US Secretary of State arrived in Japan TOKYO —US Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterated that the Indo-Pacific region will remain a US focus despite other global challenges, including the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Speaking at Ankara airport after talks with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Blinken said: “While we focus closely on the crisis in Gaza, we are also doing vital work to advance American interests in the Indo-Pacific and other parts of the world.” On Tuesday, the head of American diplomacy arrived in Tokyo to participate in a meeting…
In the US state of Missouri, activists of the Dissenters movement blocked the work of the Boeing plant, which is located in the city of St. Louis, reports RIA Novosti. All approaches to the enterprise are blocked. About 75 representatives of the Dissenters public movement are taking part in the action. Activists’ demands: Congress and President Joe Biden must take the necessary steps to end the armed conflict in the Gaza Strip. According to those present, the US government is obliged to call for an end to the conflict and stop transferring weapons to Israel. On a page on a…
World number one Aryna Sabalenka defeated Elena Rybakina 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 in a rain-interrupted group match on Friday to book a semi-final meeting with Iga Swiatek at the WTA Finals. The Belarusian, who finished second in her group behind unbeaten American Jessica Pegula, maintained her bid for the top spot in the year-end rankings with a victory that took two days to achieve. She won the first set but trailed in the second when play was stopped Thursday night due to multiple rain delays. About 16 hours later, she and Rybakina returned to the outdoor hard courts in Cancun, where…
In the thrilling race for the coveted year-end No. 1 ranking on the ATP Tour, tennis fans have reason to celebrate. Two formidable contenders, Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic, have officially thrown their hats into the ring by confirming their participation in the upcoming Rolex Paris Masters, the final ATP Masters 1000 event of the season, which will set the stage for the grand finale at the ATP Finals. Carlos Alcaraz’s journey through the 2023 season has been marked by its share of challenges and uncertainties. His recent tour of China featured a semifinal loss in Beijing to Jannik Sinner,…
In a recent decision, the Independent Resolution Panel cleared the Kansas Jayhawks’ men’s basketball program and coach Bill Self of additional serious punishment related to the FBI’s 2017 investigation into college basketball. The ruling on Wednesday stated that the Jayhawks would undergo a three-year probation and would need to vacate their 2018 Final Four appearance and wins from that season due to Silvio de Sousa’s involvement. Notably, there was no postseason ban, and neither Coach Self nor assistant coach Kurtis Townsend would face further suspension. The panel identified two Level II violations and two Level III violations for the school,…
In a celebration of exceptional talent and achievements in Canadian competitive sailing, Sail Canada has honored outstanding individuals with prestigious awards. The 2022 Bill Burk Memorial Youth Elite Awards and the Marvin McDill Memorial Award were presented to remarkable sailors who showcased exemplary skills, dedication, and sportsmanship. Annie Balasubramanian: Setting Records and Inspiring Peers Annie Balasubramanian, hailing from Toronto, emerged as a standout recipient of the Bill Burk Memorial Youth Elite Award. The accolade, reserved for sailors aged 18 and under, recognizes exceptional accomplishments in national and international youth competitions. Annie’s stellar performance at the 2022 Youth Sailing World Championships…