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US Announces $350 Million More in Military Aid for Ukraine

The United States announced on March 20 an additional $350 million in military aid to help Ukraine defend itself against Russian attacks. “This week, as Russia’s unconscionable war of aggression against Ukraine continues at great human cost, we are again reminded of the boundless courage and steadfast resolve of the Ukrainian people, and the strong support for Ukraine across the international community,” said Secretary of State Antony Blinken in a statement. The latest military assistance package consists of additional ammunition for HIMARS, howitzers, Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicles, high-speed anti-radiation missiles (HARMs); 81mm and 60mm mortar systems and mortar rounds; AT-4 anti-armor weapon systems; Grenade launchers, small arms, and associated ammunition; demolition munitions and equipment for obstacle clearing; mine clearing equipment; heavy fuel tankers; thermal imagery systems, optics, and laser rangefinders; riverine patrol boats; testing and diagnostic equipment to supp...

Taron Egerton sets the record straight on playing James Bond: 'I don't think I'm the right choice for it'

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Taron Egerton addressed rumours spread by fans that he will be playing the next James Bond

'Emily in Paris' Star Lily Collins kicks off 34th birthday a 'little early' in Japan

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‘Emily in Paris’ star Lily Collins highlights her plans for her 34th birthday bash

Halle Berry pens heartfelt tribute for late 'John Wick' co-star Lance Reddick: 'You will be missed'

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Lance Reddick, actor known for roles in ‘The Wire’ and the ‘John Wick’ franchise, died at the age of 60.

Putin Visits Crimea on Anniversary of Its Annexation From Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Crimea on Saturday on an unannounced visit to mark the ninth anniversary of Russia’s annexation of the peninsula from Ukraine. Putin was greeted by the Russian-installed governor of Sevastopol, Mikhail Razvozhayev, and taken to see a new children’s center and art school on what the official said was a surprise visit. State media did not immediately broadcast any remarks from Putin, a day after the International Criminal Court said it had issued an arrest warrant against him and accused him of the war crime of illegally deporting hundreds of children from Ukraine. Putin has yet to comment publicly on the move. His spokesman has called it “null and void,” and said that Russia finds the very questions raised by the ICC to be “outrageous and unacceptable.”...

Russia Extends Grain Deal for 60 Days, Wants to See Progress on Concerns

MOSCOW—Russia has notified all parties to the Black Sea grain deal that the agreement has been extended for 60 days and reiterated it would not consider another extension until its concerns have been addressed, Moscow said on Saturday. Earlier, Turkey and the United Nations said the deal had been extended but did not say for how long. A Ukrainian government minister said it would last 120 days. Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova posted a copy of a letter from Russia’s permanent representation to the United Nations saying Moscow would not object to the deal being extended by 60 days to May 18. “Consideration by the Russian side of a further extension of the (deal) after the indicated date will only be possible subject to tangible progress” being made on the question of exporting Russian food and fertilizer, it said....

Kate and William concerned about Prince George's role at coronation

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Kate and William concerned about Prince George's role at coronation