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ReutersStruggling in Ukraine, Russia paves way to sign up over-40s for army
LONDON (Reuters) -In a sign of Russia's urgent need to bolster its war effort in Ukraine, parliament said on Friday it would consider a bill to allow Russians over 40 and foreigners over 30 to sign up for the military. The website of the State Duma, parliament's lower house, said the move would enable the military to utilise the skills of older professionals. Russia has suffered huge setbacks and heavy losses of men and equipment in the 86-day-old war, in which Ukraine has mobilised practically its entire adult male population.
- Bloomberg
Major Outflows Hit Most Asset Classes as Recession Woes Mount
(Bloomberg) -- Investors fled most major asset classes in the past week, with US equities and Treasuries a rare exception to the massive exodus, amid concerns that tightening monetary policy will push leading economies into a recession.Most Read from BloombergOne of the World’s Frothiest Housing Markets Turned Into a Seller’s Headache OvernightElon Musk Gets Defensive Over Twitter Meme as Harassment Report SurfacesChina in Talks With Russia to Buy Oil for Strategic ReservesApple Shows AR/VR Head
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Exclusive-American football-Former NFL quarterback Vick coming out of retirement
Michael Vick, the once-dynamic NFL quarterback whose involvement in a dogfighting ring halted a breathtaking career in its prime, has agreed to come out of retirement to join startup league Fan Controlled Football, a source told Reuters on Friday. Vick, a former first overall draft pick who last suited up for a National Football League game in 2015, will make his debut on May 28, the last day of the regular season, according to the source who said an official announcement is expected next week. The 41-year-old Vick has not yet been assigned a team.
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Man taken aback by pregnant girlfriend’s major request: ‘[It’s] just something that I’m not ready for’
He isn't sure about how to let her down easy. The post Man taken aback by pregnant girlfriend’s major request: ‘[It’s] just something that I’m not ready for’ appeared first on In The Know.
- The New Voice of Ukraine
Netherlands announces that they can no longer send any more howitzers to Ukraine
Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Mark Rutte said that his country could no longer supply Ukraine with the Panzerhaubitzen 2000 armored howitzer, since investments in its own armed forces are needed, Ukrinform reported on May 19.
- INSIDER
A 30-year-old with a hoarse voice, back pain, and achy bones visited a walk-in clinic to see a doctor for his symptoms. He found out it was lung cancer.
An otherwise healthy 30-year-old man had a hoarse voice and back pain that wouldn't go away. Doctors found a 4-inch tumor that spread quickly.
- Footwear News
Shakira Impressively Dances TikTok’s Viral ‘Jiggle Jiggle’ Challenge in 6-Inch Heels for ‘Jimmy Fallon’
Shakira attempted the 'Watch-It-Once' TikTok Challenge in burgundy Mugler mini dress and Amina Muaddi platform stiletto boots with 'Jimmy Fallon.'
- The Daily Beast
‘Our Commander Is Leaving With Us’: Putin’s Troops Openly Plot to Ditch ‘Stupid’ War
ReutersRussian soldiers are apparently so sick of Vladimir Putin’s “stupid” war in Ukraine that they are now openly plotting with their own commanders to go AWOL.The Ukrainian Defense Ministry’s Main Intelligence Directorate released a recording on Thursday that is said to show precisely that happening, with a soldier heard in a purportedly intercepted phone call detailing the plan.The soldier, identified by Ukrainian intelligence as one of many men “mobilized” by authorities in occupied Donetsk
- HuffPost
Jimmy Fallon Nails Trump's Pennsylvania Problem In 2 Scathing Words
The late night host mocked the former president's pull for Dr. Mehmet Oz in the state's Republican primary.
- Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
Woman sentenced to seven years in prison for unlawful sexual activity with teenage boys
City woman sentenced to seven years in prison for unlawful sexual contact with several teenage boys
- BuzzFeed
This Bridesmaid Went Viral For Venting About Bachelorette Party Costs And It's A Movement
"I find it odd that when someone decides to get married all the sudden all of the people close to them are responsible for their expenses."View Entire Post ›
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Adam Sandler Gives Some Way-Too-Honest Advice During NYU Grad Speech
Sandler told parents their graduating art school students aren't "leaving the nest anytime soon."
- The Telegraph
Top Gun: Maverick – Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attend premiere with Tom Cruise
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended the charity premiere of the new Tom Cruise movie, Top Gun: Maverick on Thursday night.
- TheGrio
New York girls track team members suspended after sports bra protest
The girls’ track and field team at Albany High School in upstate New York received a suspension after they launched […] The post New York girls track team members suspended after sports bra protest appeared first on TheGrio.
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Pranksters Troll Sen. Ted Cruz With An Unforgettable Autograph Attempt
The Texas senator received an uncomfortable reminder of a career low point.
- INSIDER
Princess Diana's personal trainer spent 4 years unaware she was required to curtsy to her, but said the royal loved that she didn't 'know all the rules'
Jenni Rivett said she was "blown away" when Princess Diana's former butler called her out of the blue to say the royal wanted to work with her.
- Country Living
'Yellowstone' Star Kelsey Asbille Stuns in a Brown Mini Dress on the 'Top Gun: Maverick' Red Carpet
Kelsey Asbille, who stars as Monica Dutton on Yellowstone, walked the 'Top Gun' red carpet with her father.
- The Wrap
Former Johnny Depp Lawyer Says He’s ‘Seen Evidence’ of Amber Heard ‘Abuse Hoax’
Ellen Barkin also testified Thursday about her brief "sexual relationship" with Depp
- Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Angler reels in ‘freaking scary’ fish in Texas marsh, photos show. It’s a rare beast
The fish are prized among fisherman – but very few have seen one like this.
- HuffPost
Knucklehead Shows Blazing Speed While Interrupting Milwaukee Brewers Game
A handful of security guards struggled to catch the interloper, who even attempted to high-five Brewers batter Jace Peterson.