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Peaceful tank to tow planes at Moscow airport (VIDEO)

A new tow truck, received by Moscow’s Domodedovo airport, can pull a weight of 125 tons and lay evacuation routes even through thick forest. Of course, it can – ’cause it’s a former tank! The Armored Repair and Recovery Vehicle (BREM-1) was developed on the basis of the T-72 main battle tank by Russia’s State Corporation, […]

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National champion Virginia Wesleyan remains No. 1 in NFCA Division III Top 25 Poll

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Backed by an 8-0 start, reigning national champion Virginia Wesleyan remains No. 1 in the NFCA Division III Top 25 softball rankings. The Marlins set a Division III record for wins in a season in 2017, going 54-3 en route to their first NCAA Division III crown, and have now won 14 […]

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As US debt spirals to $22 trillion, former Fed chair Janet Yellen is suddenly concerned

Latest data from the US Treasury Department shows that the federal government is sitting on $21.85 trillion of debt. At current pace it is likely to hit the $22 trillion mark next month. America’s gross national debt skyrocketed by $11.2 trillion in less than 11 years, according to statistics. It means the government has been […]

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Ontario PCs To Change Definition Of Disability With Welfare Reforms

TORONTO — People receiving disability support from the Ontario government will be able to keep more of the money they earn as part of the province’s overhaul of social assistance, but critics say it will be harder to qualify for help. Social Services Minister Lisa MacLeod laid out a broad vision for social assistance under […]

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How (not) to steal a million: Would-be criminal loses gun trying to rob a store (VIDEO)

A attempted shop heist at gunpoint turned into a farce as the drunk robber couldn’t find his pistol, which he laid on the counter, a CCTV video released by police shows. The man, barely standing on his feet, is seen putting the pistol on a counter joking with a store assistant and other customers. The […]

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Hyde named NCAA national coordinator of softball umpires

Craig Hyde, who has 38 years of umpiring experience, has been named the NCAA’s national coordinator of softball umpires. “I am thrilled to be provided this opportunity,” Hyde said. “Softball umpiring is a passion of mine, and I couldn’t be more excited to bring my knowledge and experience to this position. NCAA softball has a […]

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Chinese Prosecutor: Michael Kovrig And Michael Spavor 'Without A Doubt' Violated Country's Laws

China’s top prosecutor said on Thursday that two Canadians detained after Canada arrested a Chinese technology company executive had “without a doubt” violated the law. Authorities in Beijing had previously said the two men, Michael Kovrig, a former diplomat and an adviser with the International Crisis Group (ICG) think-tank, and businessman Michael Spavor, were suspected […]

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New Russian law forbids killing & mistreating animals, restricts petting zoos & illegal circuses

We are responsible for those we tame. And it’s now a law in Russia as Vladimir Putin put his signature under new legislation, which bans killing, pitting and other forms of mistreatment of animals. The Law on Responsible Treatment of Animals prohibits the killing of animals “under any pretext.” It also outlaws shooting or poisoning […]

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Marlboro's Parent Company Altria Buys Massive Stake In Cannabis Firm Cronos

TORONTO — Marlboro maker Altria Group Inc. will invest $2.4 billion in Canadian cannabis producer Cronos Group Inc. — marking a major foray by Big Tobacco into the pot sector — as the global market for weed continues to grow. The Virginia-based parent of the company behind Marlboro, Parliament and other cigarette brands will acquire […]

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Russian architect offers miracle replacement to Malta’s lost landmark (PHOTO, VIDEO)

One of Malta’s favorite tourist attractions, a natural arch known as the Azure Window, was crushed by a massive storm last year. But a Russian architect vows to return the landmark to the island by rebuilding it in glossy metal. This is Azure Window at the Maltese island of Gozo in the Mediterranean in its […]

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