The Intercept’s report on the US new drone base in the city of Agadez, Niger has raised questions about Washington’s growing military presence in Africa. According to experts, “knowledge of the extent and aims of US military activities in Africa remains murky.”
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Monthly Archives: September 2016
DC Comics vs Marvel Universe: Cosplayers on Their Costumes and Idols
On September 29, two exhibitions, IgroMir and Comic Con opened in Moscow. The festivals offer pop culture fans an opportunity to learn about new trends and meet their favorite celebrities. Traditionally, cosplayers flock to these festivals, all dressed up as their favorite characters, sparing neither time nor money. Enjoy the freak and geek show!
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Blame and Bias: MH17 Plane Crash Investigation's Goal is 'to Discredit Russia'
The Dutch-led Joint Investigative Team’s investigation into the MH17 plane crash in Ukraine in 2014 is aimed at defaming Russia, German writer Brigitte Queck told Sputnik.
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Baby born as ‘old man’ in case of ‘real life Benjamin Button’ (PHOTOS)
A newborn baby boy has been dubbed Bangladesh’s real life Benjamin Button due to his resemblance to an elderly man resulting from a rare genetic disorder which affects one in 8 million births.
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Source: NEWS
Syrian Terrorist Organization Added to List of Groups Outlawed in Russia
Syrian Islamist group Ajr Allah Subhanu wa Ta’ala Sham was added to the list of organizations outlawed in Russia, according to Russia’s Federal Security Service’s (FSB) website.
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Picking Up the Pieces: Residents of Syrian Homs Return to Peaceful Life (VIDEO)
The residents of Homs are now finally able to return to their homes and start rebuilding their lives after the Syrian army finally managed to drive the remaining militants from the city.
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US fan wins bet after heckling top European golfer at the Ryder Cup (VIDEO)
A US golf fan won $100 from Justin Rose after being invited to sink a putt during a practice round at the Ryder Cup.
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Source: NEWS
Russia launches criminal cases against leaders of Ukrainian radical group Right Sector
Russian investigators have launched criminal cases against several leaders of the Ukrainian radical group Right Sector, saying that they possessed evidence of extremism and numerous crimes against Russian citizens and institutions.
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Source: NEWS
Swiss financier gets 5-1/2yrs in prison for fraud
Switzerland’s Federal Criminal Court has sentenced a former Swiss fund manager Dieter Behring to five-and-a-half years in jail for fraud and money laundering.
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Having an ‘ugly friend’ makes you more attractive, study claims
The ‘ugly friend effect’, whereby a person surrounds themselves with ‘DUFFs’ (designated ugly fat friends) to appear more attractive may actually work, according to new scientific research.
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