‘State sponsor of terrorism’ threat will undermine relations with US – top Russian senator
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A leading Russian senator has responded to a new proposal from American legislators to brand Moscow a “state sponsor of terrorism,” warning that the idea would weaken cooperation between Moscow and Washington. Read Full Article at RT.com
WATCH: Protesters clash with police during rally against Covid restrictions
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Anti-vaxxers have clashed with police during a demonstration against anti-Covid measures in central London as officials admit they are “extremely worried” about the epidemiological situation in the UK capital. Read Full Article at RT.com
Trump claims Israel had ‘absolute power’ over Congress
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Donald Trump is facing backlash after sounding off about what he called the “dangerous” apathy of American Jews towards Israel and claiming that the country once had “absolute power” over the US Congress. Read Full Article at RT.com
NATO has said that it is ready to work on enhancing confidence-building measures with Russia on the condition that the Kremlin works to reduce tensions on the border with Ukraine Read Full Article at RT.com
UK ministers working on new lockdown plans – reports
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The UK could be heading for a post-Christmas lockdown, in which Brits would be forbidden from gathering indoors. Across Europe, governments are rolling out fresh restrictions to deal with the Omicron variant of Covid-19. Read Full Article at RT.com
UN talks aimed at thrashing out rules on the use of fully-autonomous weapons systems have stumbled on stiff opposition from countries that invest heavily in military AI, leaving a legal vacuum. Read Full Article at RT.com
‘She’s doing porn!’ Influencer Spiranac opens up on golf attitudes (VIDEO)
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Golf social media favorite Paige Spiranac has spoken out on her attitude towards being “sexy” despite encountering hostile attitudes in a traditionally conservative sport. Read Full Article at RT.com
Fake gynecologist tricked women into online vaginal examinations
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Italian investigators are dealing with a case of sexual abuse in which a man posed as a gynecologist to get a close look at the genitals of dozens of women. The suspect arranged examinations online. Read Full Article at RT.com
India test-fires nuclear-capable ballistic missile (VIDEO)
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India has tested its next-generation nuclear-capable ballistic missile on Saturday. The ground-based weapon is designed to strike enemy fleets in the Indo-Pacific, the country’s media said. Read Full Article at RT.com
Khabib reveals surprising source he gets ‘most hate’ from
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MMA icon Khabib Nurmagomedov has discussed his attitude to social media, revealing what he believes is the source of much of the hate which is aimed in his direction – and it may surprise some fans. Read Full Article at RT.com
Amazon's patents could turn whole neighborhoods into ‘surveilled space’
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Amazon has registered 17 new patents for biometric technology intended to help its doorbell cameras identify “suspicious” people by scent, skin texture, fingerprints, eyes, voice, and gait. Read Full Article at RT.com
A US federal appeals court has reinstated the Biden administration’s Covid-19 vaccination mandate for large private businesses, reversing an injunction by another court last month to pause the vaccine and testing requirement. Read Full Article at RT.com
‘Something is very wrong with gold’ if Lego outperforms it – Max Keiser
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A recent study suggests that iconic Lego toys are a better investment than gold. This signals that “something is very wrong” with the once most precious asset, as well as with the entire global economy, RT’s Keiser Report noted. Read Full Article at RT.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) said on Friday that rising consumption in China, India and the US could bring the demand for global coal-fired power to a new high this year, despite efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions. Read Full Article at RT.com
‘Rock bottom for broadcasting’: Criticism as NFL player seen shaking violently after injury (VIDEO)
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NFL player Donald Parham Jr, who left his team's last game on a stretcher, has provided an update on his condition as broadcasters were blasted for their coverage of the incident. Read Full Article at RT.com
Russia quits strategic surveillance agreement abandoned by the US
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Russia has officially left the strategic agreement that allowed surveillance flights over its territory. Moscow said the US wrecked the treaty by abandoning it last year. Read Full Article at RT.com
The World Health Organization (WHO) has admitted it doesn’t know why the Omicron variant is spreading so rapidly in countries with high levels of Covid-19 immunity. Read Full Article at RT.com
Footballers ‘boycott match’ due to Israeli former Chelsea manager
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FIFA boss Gianni Infantino declared he was “uniting the world” at an exhibition match in Doha but a trio of Algerian footballers reportedly pulled out of the occasion because of the presence of Israeli coach Avram Grant. Read Full Article at RT.com
On top of an ongoing natural gas crunch, Europe faces the winter season with reduced nuclear output in France, exacerbating the energy crisis and leaving large parts of the continent praying for a milder winter. Read Full Article at RT.com
British rock star Sir Rod Stewart and his son, Sean Stewart, have pleaded guilty to battery over a New Year’s Eve incident at a Palm Beach hotel in Florida but will avoid any punishment. Read Full Article at RT.com
University could hire professors on ‘woke score’ – media
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Oxford University’s race equality task force has reportedly published recommendations that could see academics judged and hired based on what’s been described by one professor as a “woke score.” Read Full Article at RT.com
Jake Paul issues X-rated vow for Tyron Woodley rematch (VIDEO)
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YouTube prankster-turned-boxer Jake Paul has vowed that fight fans will see a different version of him as he meets former UFC champion Tyron Woodley in their rematch on Saturday. Read Full Article at RT.com
WATCH: ‘Utter destruction’ as super typhoon ravages Philippines
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More than 300,000 people have been displaced and around two dozen were killed as Typhoon Rai tore through the Philippines. It was the archipelago’s 15th and strongest major storm this year. Read Full Article at RT.com
Thousands of anti-mandate protesters besiege police station (VIDEO)
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A march against Covid-19 vaccine mandates in Melbourne, Australia has disrupted traffic and seen several thousand demonstrators encircle a police station. Read Full Article at RT.com
WATCH: Russian snipers stage camouflage drills in snowy Far East
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Russian snipers have disguised themselves in camouflage to blend in with the snow and practiced taking out enemy assailants in extremely low temperatures and frosty conditions in the Far East. Read Full Article at RT.com
Actor sacked from popular sitcom over Capitol riot – media
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Actor and comedian Jay Johnston was fired from animated sitcom ‘Bob’s Burgers’ over his alleged role in the storming of US Capitol in January, the Daily Beast reported. Read Full Article at RT.com
WATCH: Bloodied Russian warrior maintains unique KO record with brutal shot
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Artur Beterbiev maintained his unique 100% knockout record and retained both of his light heavyweight titles with victory over Marcus Browne on Friday evening. Read Full Article at RT.com
‘Like a knife in my head’: Female UFC favorite reveals disturbing details as she announces retirement at 33
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Former UFC women’s strawweight title challenger Claudia Gadelha has confirmed her retirement from competition at the age of 33 after revealing the worrying effects of a concussion she suffered in her last bout. Read Full Article at RT.com
Hidden epidemic killing more in Russia than anywhere else in world
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More Russians die in fires than in any other country in the world, the nation’s top emergency services official has said, blaming the dubious distinction on a lack of regulations. Read Full Article at RT.com
Ukraine faces heating cuts as fuel crisis worsens – media
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Several regions of Ukraine are facing heating cuts due to critically low fuel reserves at thermal power plants, the Kiev-based weekly newspaper Zerkalo Nedeli claimed on Thursday, citing a report by the country’s Security Service. Read Full Article at RT.co
Top film director apologizes after rift with Putin over breaking up Russia
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Russian film director Alexander Sokurov has written to the head of the country’s Human Rights Council (HRC) apologising for causing a scandal after suggesting Moscow cut off the North Caucasus to protect the country’s cohesion. Read Full Article at RT.com
Lewis Hamilton could be punished after the Mercedes star shunned the F1 awards ceremony in protest at the controversial conclusion to the season, the new head of motor racing governing body the FIA has said. Read Full Article at RT.com
Bloodied Russian warrior Beterbiev maintains unique record with brutal body shot (VIDEO)
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Artur Beterbiev maintained his unique 100% knockout record and retained both of his light heavyweight titles with victory over Marcus Browne on Friday evening. Read Full Article at RT.com
Armenia & Azerbaijan to be linked with new railroad
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The leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan have agreed to construct a railroad running between their countries, after previous routes were scrapped during the two nations’ Nagorno-Karabakh conflict last year. Read Full Article at RT.com
Leading cause of death among 18-45yo Americans revealed, and it is not Covid-19
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Fentanyl overdoses have become the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18 to 45, according to a new report which shows deaths related to the drug overtaking Covid-19 and suicide. Read Full Article at RT.com
Switzerland likely to hold vote on compulsory vaccination
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A Swiss group seeking a constitutional ban on compulsory vaccination says it has collected enough signatures to put the issue to a vote. The initiative was submitted to the government this week. Read Full Article at RT.com
Russian truckmaker giant looks to prisons for staff
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Major Russian truckmaker Kamaz is considering hiring convicts at its factories amid a workforce deficit, CEO Sergei Kogogin said on Friday. The program is also meant to give non-violent prisoners a chance to learn a trade. Read Full Article at RT.com
California votes to drop 3,000 pounds of poison from helicopters
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The California Coastal Commission voted 5-3 this week to drop nearly 3,000 pounds of poison onto the Farallon Islands National Wildlife Refuge in a controversial effort to stop invasive mice. Read Full Article at RT.com
NBA star who refused Covid-19 vaccine allowed back in team
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In a U-turn, the Brooklyn Nets announced that star player Kyrie Irving would be allowed to rejoin the team, months after he was banned from playing and practicing over his refusal to get vaccinated against Covid-19. Read Full Article at RT.com
