Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Topline A Russian soldier pleaded guilty Wednesday to killing an unarmed civilian during Ukraine’s first war crimes trial since Russia invaded the country in February, in what could be the first of many trials as Ukrainian authorities investigate claims that thousands of war crimes have been committed during the war. Key Facts Sgt. Vadim Shishimarin, 21, appeared at a court in Kyiv, where he was accused of killing a 62-year-old Ukrainian man in the Sumy region four days into the invasion. When asked if Shishimarin was guilty of the allegations, which include war crimes and premeditated murder, he said “Yes, fully yes,” multiple news outlets report. Shishimarin was charged with violating the laws and customs of war, and faces up to life in prison for shooting the man in the head with a rifle from an open window of a car. Ukraine’s Prosecutor General Iryna Venediktova said Shishimarin was … [Read more...] about Russian Soldier Pleads Guilty To Killing Unarmed Civilian In Ukraine’s First War Crimes Trial
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Russia–Ukraine Tensions Soar as Shelling, War Talk Increase; Investors Flee Stocks
U.S. equity markets are falling as tensions ratchet higher between Russia and Ukraine, with U.S. officials saying they expect a Russian attack on its neighbor shortly. Major indexes are heading for weekly declines and the Nasdaq is adding to its nearly 14% drop so far this year. Key Takeaways U.S. equity markets are falling as investors watch developments in the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine. Major indexes are heading for weekly declines and the Nasdaq is adding to its nearly 14% drop so far this year. Roku shares are plunging while FAAMG stocks, Tesla, and Intel all slide. Shares of all the FAAMG tech companies are lower. Tesla Inc. ( TSLA ) shares are declining 3%. Shares of semiconductor companies are dropping after Intel Corp. ( INTC ) warned of lower profit margins this year. Roku Inc. ( ROKU ) shares are plunging on its earnings report (more below). Shares of big industrial firms including Boeing Co. ( BA ), Honeywell International … [Read more...] about Russia–Ukraine Tensions Soar as Shelling, War Talk Increase; Investors Flee Stocks
The Top 10 Stocks to Buy in 2022
There are literally thousands of publicly traded companies you can invest in, not to mention the many ETFs and mutual funds you can buy, so it's not surprising many investors don't know where to begin. While I don't have a crystal ball that tells me what stocks will deliver the best returns, I've tried to do the next best thing here. In this article, I'll discuss 10 stocks that I think could be great buys in 2022 for long-term investors looking to put money to work. Before we get to the stocks you're here for, let's acknowledge three caveats: Choosing the best stocks to buy today heavily depends on your personal financial situation. To get a feel for where you stand, read our guide on how to invest in stocks . It walks you through topics such as establishing an emergency fund, allocating assets, and when it makes sense to buy stocks. I like these stocks for long-term investments. I have absolutely no idea what they'll do over the next few weeks or months. While I ensured … [Read more...] about The Top 10 Stocks to Buy in 2022
‘Historic Moment’: Finland And Sweden Submit Applications To Join NATO
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Topline Finland and Sweden officially submitted their applications to join NATO on Wednesday, head of the alliance Jens Stoltenberg confirmed, an expected move that the two historically neutral Nordic nations have taken in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Key Facts According to an official statement, the Finnish Ambassador to NATO, Klaus Korhonen, and the Swedish Ambassador to NATO, Axel Wernhoff, both handed in their official letters of application to join the military alliance at NATO’s Brussels headquarters. NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg accepted the applications and said he “warmly welcomed their decisions.” Stoltenberg hailed both Sweden and Finland as NATO’s “closest partners” and said their membership would “increase our shared security.” The NATO chief added that the member states were determined to work through all issues and reach “rapid conclusions” to the … [Read more...] about ‘Historic Moment’: Finland And Sweden Submit Applications To Join NATO
See Lego’s stunning new set, which turns Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’ into 3D art
After an immersive experience that took the world by storm, Van Gogh’s Starry Night is coming to your home—in 2,316 pieces. advertisement advertisement Starry Night set. Inspired by the Dutch painter’s iconic masterpiece, the set uses various techniques to capture the look of the original artwork: 3D elements help the moon, the 11 stars, and the famous swirling cloud stand out, while different-colored Lego bricks, stacked at specific intervals, emulate the signature brush strokes. Starry Night resting on an easel. All of them can be attached to the main set to make it look like Van Gogh is painting the scene unfolding in front of him—much like Van Gogh painted the view from his window in 1889, at the Saint-Paul asylum in Saint-Rémy, France. Starry Night set was designed by Truman Cheng, a 25-year-old PhD student from Hong Kong. Cheng submitted his idea through the Lego Ideas platform, which gives fans the opportunity to submit their own … [Read more...] about See Lego’s stunning new set, which turns Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’ into 3D art
Google Will Declare Bankruptcy In Russia, Says Russian Authorities Seized Bank Account
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Topline The Russian subsidiary of Alphabet’s Google plans to file for bankruptcy after authorities seized its bank account, the company said Wednesday, in an apparent escalation of the Kremlin’s drive to cut Russians off from information about the country’s invasion of Ukraine. Key Facts Google Russia filed an intention to declare bankruptcy after the seizure of its bank account made it “untenable” to meet its financial obligations, a Google spokesperson said in a statement to Forbes and other outlets . Google’s intention to file for bankruptcy is already on Russia’s Fedresurs financial registry website, according to Reuters and Russian state-run news agency RIA Novosti . A company spokesperson said Google will continue to operate free services including its search engine, YouTube and Gmail. Key Background Google has been arguably Russia’s greatest foe in challenging the war narrative … [Read more...] about Google Will Declare Bankruptcy In Russia, Says Russian Authorities Seized Bank Account
Live updates | Official: US in talks with Sweden, Finland
By The Associated Press WASHINGTON — A senior defense official says U.S. Pentagon officials are having discussions with Sweden and Finland on their security needs to deter Russia as both move toward NATO membership. The official said Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with Swedish Defense Minister Peter Hultqvist on Wednesday and spoke about the interim period between when the NATO application is formally made and when it is approved. There have been concerns about threats from Russia during that period, in which Sweden and Finland would not formally be covered by NATO’s Article 5 which says that an attack against one member is an attack against all and calls for collective defense. The defense official spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss private Pentagon discussions. – AP writer Lolita Baldor in Washington contributed to this report. __ KEY DEVELOPMENTS IN THE RUSSIA-UKRAINE WAR: — Interrogation, uncertainty for surrendering Mariupol troops — NATO … [Read more...] about Live updates | Official: US in talks with Sweden, Finland
Former Delta Force Operator Brian Gilligan Talks About Getting Shot By A Terrorist Disguised As A Woman
Former Delta Force operator Brian Gilligan had a crazy experience getting shot in war. I sat down with Gilligan, Bob Keller and Nate Dudley about their time in The Unit, and at one point of the conversation, we turned to the former commando talking about getting shot back in 2007 by a man disguised as a woman. “The men started dressing up as women because that’s what they do. They come up with the next best answer to beat the Americans,” Gilligan explained during the interview. Once he noticed the man had a little facial hair, it was too late and he got shot in two locations on his body. You can watch him break down the crazy situation below. As you can tell, war is absolute hell and the bad guys are hardly playing by any rules. As soon as we couldn’t search the women, the enemy started disguising themselves as women to try to kill Americans. If that doesn’t sum up what kind of scumbags the military is dealing with, I don’t know what will. Four corrupt … [Read more...] about Former Delta Force Operator Brian Gilligan Talks About Getting Shot By A Terrorist Disguised As A Woman
Walmart Q1 FY2023 Earnings Report Preview
Key Takeaways Analysts estimate adjusted EPS of $1.48 vs. $1.69 in Q1 FY 2022. U.S. comparable sales (excluding fuel sales) are expected to rise YOY, but at less than half the pace of the same quarter a year ago. Revenue is expected to barely increase for the second straight quarter as the boost from the pandemic continues to wear off. Walmart Inc. ( WMT ), one of the world's biggest retailers, enjoyed unusually strong earnings and revenue growth during the past two years. The key driver was consumers who changed their buying patterns in several ways during the pandemic. Walmart's e-commerce sales soared as people sheltering at home boosted their shopping online. And consumers also spent more on manufactured goods as they spent less on dining out and traveling. But these pandemic-related forces are beginning to lose momentum. As a result, Walmart's growth has begun to slow sharply. Investors will be watching whether Walmart can reverse its slowdown in growth when … [Read more...] about Walmart Q1 FY2023 Earnings Report Preview
Disney+ releases new trailer for Marvel’s ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law’
(CNN) Disney+ has released a new trailer for Marvel's "She-Hulk: Attorney at Law." The new series stars Tatiana Maslany as She-Hulk/Jennifer Walters, a lawyer who specializes in superhuman-oriented legal cases. The show's executive producer Kevin Feige, president of Marvel Studios and chief creative officer of Marvel, welcomed Maslany to The Walt Disney Company's 2022 Upfront presentation in New York on Tuesday, where he announced an Aug. 17 launch date and debuted the new trailer. "She-Hulk: Attorney at Law" follows Walters as she "navigates the complicated life of a single, 30-something attorney who also happens to be a green 6-foot-7-inch superpowered hulk." The series will have nine episodes and stars Mark Ruffalo as Smart Hulk, Tim Roth as Emil Blonsky/the Abomination, and Benedict Wong as Wong. The cast also includes Ginger Gonzaga, Josh Segarra, Jameela Jamil, Jon Bass and Renée Elise Goldsberry. Read More The show will … [Read more...] about Disney+ releases new trailer for Marvel’s ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law’