Killer robots: The ‘simple’ technologies that pose a huge threat Killer robots are here. AI expert Professor Toby Walsh says nations need to safeguard the future and bring in regulations. The New Daily · Oct 23, 2022
Endless Flight: The Life of Joseph Roth by Keiron Pim review – grand tribute to a gifted malcontent This timely, impeccably researched biography details the restless brilliance of the mournful writer who fled Hitler’s Germany and sought solace in drink The Guardian - UK · Oct 23, 2022
Military think tank: Russia withdraws officers from Kherson The Institute for the Study of War says Russia’s military leadership has withdrawn its officers in the Russian-annexed city of Kherson across the Dnieper River in anticipation of an advance by Ukrainian troops The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2022
Young Ukrainians volunteer to clean up destroyed homes — and try to make it fun Young volunteers blast techno music while helping people in destroyed villages and then hold dance parties to blow off steam. "Listening to music keeps us balanced, so we can keep working," one says. WEKU · Oct 23, 2022
4 ways companies can strengthen their boards to make it through tough economic times South Africa’s economy is struggling. A number of factors are behind the decline. These include severe power cuts which are taking their toll on all spheres of the economy, rising inflation, increases in food prices, the effects of the Ukraine-Russia conflict, which has resulted in higher fuel and energy costs… The Conversation · Oct 23, 2022
Russia-Ukraine war live: UK defence secretary dismisses Russia’s claims Ukraine plans to escalate conflict – as it happened Russia’s defence minister, Sergei Shoigu, makes calls with UK, US, French and Turkish counterparts on Sunday The Guardian - UK · Oct 23, 2022
Russian Strikes Cause Blackouts in Much of Ukraine, More Flee Kherson Russian missiles pounded Ukrainian energy and other facilities on Saturday, causing blackouts in various regions, Kyiv said, while Russian occupation authorities in the southern city of Kherson urged civilians to evacuate. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said the Russian attacks had struck on a "very wide" scale. He pledged his military… Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 23, 2022
G7 Condemns Russia’s Kidnapping of Ukraine Nuclear Plant Leadership The Group of Seven (G7) industrialized nations condemned Russia's kidnapping of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant leadership and called for the immediate return of full control of the plant to Ukraine. "We condemn Russia's repeated kidnapping of Ukrainian ZNPP (Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant) leadership and staff," G7 Nonproliferation Directors General… Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 23, 2022
Unseen and underhand: Putin’s hidden hybrid war is trying to break Europe’s heart From Norwegian pipelines to French ocean floor cables, vital infrastructure is vulnerable to Russian attacks designed to destabilise Europe The Guardian - UK · Oct 23, 2022
Russia’s defence minister warns of 'uncontrolled escalation' in Ukraine conflict Russia's Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu warned of “further, uncontrolled escalation” in the war in Ukraine in a phone call Sunday with his French and Turkish counterparts, the Russian defence ministry said. Shoigu also conveyed "concerns about possible provocations by Ukraine with the use of a 'dirty bomb'". Read our live… France 24 · Oct 23, 2022
Ukrainian woman's quest to retrieve body of prisoner of war Viktoria Skliar thought she might soon be reunited with her detained boyfriend the last time she spoke with him The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2022
Alaska asylum seekers are Indigenous Siberians from Russia Alaska's senior U.S. senator says two Russian Indigenous Siberians were so scared of having to fight the war in Ukraine, they chanced everything to take a small boat across the treacherous Bering Sea to reach American soil The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2022
Russia hits Ukraine homes, evacuates Kherson, warns of escalation Under pressure in the south of Ukraine, Russia fired missiles and drones into Ukrainian-held Mykolaiv on Sunday, destroying an apartment block in the ship-building city near the front and said the war was trending towards "uncontrolled escalation". Reuters · Oct 23, 2022
G7 condemns Russia's kidnapping of Ukraine nuclear plant leadership The Group of Seven (G7) industrialised nations condemned Russia's kidnapping of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant leadership and called for the immediate return of full control of the plant to Ukraine. Reuters · Oct 23, 2022
The Guardian - AU · Oct 23, 2022 Russia-Ukraine war latest: what we know on day 242 of the invasion Blackouts across Ukraine after Russian missile attacks; Kherson residents told to leave immediately ahead of expected Ukrainian advance
Tribune News Service · Oct 22, 2022 Netanyahu asks Putin to rethink his invasion of Ukraine Israel’s opposition leader and contender for next prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin’s decision to invade Ukraine, and urged him to reconsider, in his most direct criticism yet of the war.
Reuters · Oct 22, 2022 Ukraine plane engine builder head held on treason charges - media A former owner of a prestigious aircraft engine builder in central Ukraine has been detained on treason charges, Ukrainian media reported on Saturday, quoting security sources.
Al Jazeera · Oct 22, 2022 Russian authorities urge residents to leave Kherson ‘immediately’ Call comes as Ukrainian forces are expected to embark on a campaign to recapture the city in southern Ukraine.
Daily Mirror · Oct 22, 2022 Freed British hostages tortured by Russia reunited and honoured at Ukraine Embassy Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky marked Defenders Day by thanking troops, promising victory over Russia’s President Putin, meanwhile the British PoWs were honoured at the embassy in London
Reuters · Oct 22, 2022 Ukraine's Zelenskiy: We can down most Russian missiles, will improve Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday that Russia had launched strikes on infrastructure on a "very wide" scale and pledged that his military would improve on an already good record of downing missiles with help from its partners.
ABC News · Oct 22, 2022 Yevgeny Prigozhin, known as Vladimir Putin's chef, revealed as Wagner Group mercenary boss Yevgeny Prigozhin, an elusive Russian oligarch linked to an election-meddling troll farm, now openly admits he founded the private military company doing Vladimir Putin's bidding in Ukraine. But his brazen new approach could spell trouble for the president.
Daily Mirror · Oct 22, 2022 Russian soldiers sent to Ukraine frontline with paintball masks and children's gloves Demand for military kit has soared so much that body armour in Russia now costs around £1,115, according to reports
Tribune News Service · Oct 22, 2022 Russia hits Ukraine’s power grid, causing widespread blackouts Ukraine’s critical energy infrastructure was extensively damaged on Saturday as Russian troops delivered another large-scale wave of missile strikes, leaving 1.5 million or more people temporarily without power.
Tribune News Service · Oct 22, 2022 Italy’s Meloni sworn in as first female prime minister Giorgia Meloni was sworn in as Italy’s new prime minister to become the country’s first female leader heading its most right-wing government since World War II, after President Sergio Mattarella tasked her to form an administration.
Evening Standard · Oct 22, 2022 Russian-installed authorities order ‘immediate’ Kherson evacuation Russian-installed authorities in Kherson ordered all residents to leave “immediately”, amid warnings of a looming Ukrainian counteroffensive to recapture the city.