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Air Canada cuts JFK service for 5 months amid rising fuel prices

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:02:08 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, New York: Air Canada will suspend flights to New York's JFK International Airport for nearly five months as soaring jet fuel costs linked to the Iran war force airlines to cut less profitable routes.

Canada's flag carrier said it will halt services from Toronto and Montreal to JFK starting June 1, with operations set to resume on October 25. Flights to the New Y

Fuel shortages may disrupt summer travel across Europe and Asia

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 06:40:30 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: A deepening jet fuel crunch linked to the Iran war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is raising fears of higher airfares, reduced flight schedules, and broader disruptions to global travel in the coming weeks, particularly across Europe and Asia.

In an interview with the Associated Press, International Energy Agency Executive Director Fatih Birol warned that Europe may have only "m

Ireland passes International Protection Bill on new asylum rules

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:33:52 GMT

DUBLIN, Ireland: The International Protection Bill, which introduces new asylum rules to speed up decisions and improve support for applicants, was passed in the Dáil on the night of April 15.

The bill is linked to the European Union Migration and Asylum Pact, which will take effect across member countries in June.

Civil society groups strongly criticized the bill, saying it was rushed through with

New Polish law on asylum puts lives of Afghan migrants at risk

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:50:12 GMT

WARSAW, Poland: With Poland partially suspending the right to seek asylum last year, Afghan migrants are facing a life of fear and uncertainty – forced deportation and certain death at the hands of the Taliban-run government back home.

Authorities are now overusing the rule introduced in March 2025, rights groups say. It stems from a change in Polish law that allows temporary restrictions on the right to s

After fierce debate in Ireland’s Dáil, government wins confidence vote

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:09:41 GMT

DUBLIN, Ireland: The government won the Dáil confidence vote tabled by Sinn Féin following the fuel protests by 92 votes to 78.

The protests had brought Ireland's roads to a standstill.

During the motion of confidence, the coalition government was criticized for its handling of the fuel protests.

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald said the government was acting boldly and witho

Interview: China's four-point proposal offers new perspective for Mideast peace, says Turkish expert

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:45:19 GMT

China's role in the Middle East is becoming increasingly significant, and China's four-point proposal offers a fresh and constructive framework for advancing peace in the Middle East region, a Turkish expert has said.

ANTALYA, Trkiye, April 20 (Xinhua) -- China's four-point proposal on promoting peace and stability in the Middle East provides a new and constructive perspective for resolving regio

EU will dole out money for Ukraine regardless of Hungarian election outcome - Kremlin

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:20:12 GMT

Dmitry Peskov says Brussels would find ways to bypass member-state vetoes

The EU will find ways to dispense more funds for Ukraine regardless of Hungary's veto power, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said. He made the remarks after the opposition Tisza party defeated Hungary's longtime prime minister, Vikto

(SP)SPAIN-BARCELONA-TENNIS-ATP-BARCELONA OPEN-MEN'S SINGLES-FINAL

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:16:05 GMT

(260420) -- BARCELONA, April 20, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Arthur Fils of France hits a return during the men's singles final tennis match between Arthur Fils of France and Andrey Rublev of Russia at the ATP Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell 2026 in Barcelona, Spain, on April 19, 2026. (Photo by Joan Gosa/Xinhua)

Spain's PM Pedro Sanchez urges EU to cut ties with Israel, cites "violation of international law"

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:59:44 GMT

Huelva [Spain], April 20 (ANI): Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has called on the European Union to sever its Association Agreement with Israel, saying the bloc cannot maintain ties with a government that violates its core principles.

In a post on X, Sanchez said, 'The time has come for the EU to break its Association Agreement with Israel. We have nothing against the people of Israel; quite the contrary. Bu

World Insights: How the "second CIA" undermines global stability in democratic disguise

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:45:10 GMT

After World War II, the United States launched covert operations against the Soviet Union through the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and other intelligence agencies. By the 1960s, U.S. policymakers concluded that secret efforts alone were insufficient to sustain political influence abroad. This led to the creation of a more open "public-private mechanism" for funding political activities overseas.

Two More People Executed In Iran For Spying

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:05:00 GMT

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Two More People Executed In Iran For Spying

Iran's judiciary announced the execution of two more people on April 20 on charges of "connections with Israel" and "espionage."

Mizan, the judiciary's news agency, named them as Mohammad Masoomshahi and Hamed Walidi, claiming that they "had communicated with Israeli intelligence officers and received training from them through cybers

UNIFIL pays tribute to French peacekeeper killed in Lebanon, repatriates remains to France

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 02:31:02 GMT

Beirut [Lebanon], April 20 (ANI): The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) on Sunday paid tribute to French peacekeeper Sergeant-Chef Florian Montorio, who was killed in southern Lebanon, as his mortal remains were repatriated to France, according to an official press release by the United Nations (UN).

UNIFIL Head of Mission and Force Commander Major General Diodato Abagnara led a solemn ceremony at

EV sales surge across Europe in early 2026 amid record petrol prices

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 02:08:37 GMT

BERLIN, 20th April, 2026 (WAM) -- Sales of fully electric cars in Europe's main auto markets jumped by almost a third in the first quarter of 2026, as drivers looked for alternatives to combustion engines after the war in Iran caused the highest spike in petrol prices in years.

New battery-electric vehicle (BEV) registrations, a proxy for sales, rose 29.4% from a year ago to almost 560,000 in the quarter and were

Pope Leo XIV denies tyrants speech aimed at Trump

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 02:02:01 GMT

The US president has lashed out at the pontiff over his criticism of the war in the Middle East

Pope Leo XIV has sought to downplay his public spat with Donald Trump, rejecting claims that he was trying to challenge the US president with his criticism of the war in Iran and calls for peace.

Speaking to reporters aboard his flight to Angola on Saturday, the US-born pontiff insisted his remar

Pope denies tyrants speech aimed at Trump

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 02:02:01 GMT

The US president has lashed out at the pontiff over his criticism of the war in the Middle East

Pope Leo has sought to downplay his public spat with US President Donald Trump, rejecting claims that he was trying to challenge the president with his criticism of the war in Iran and calls for peace.

Speaking to reporters on a flight to Angola on Saturday, the US-born pontiff insisted that his

Alex Palou credits pit crew in 1st-ever win at Long Beach

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:19:05 GMT

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Alex Palou doesn't have many 'firsts' left to chase in the IndyCar Series, but he captured one Sunday.

The star driver from Spain won the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach for the first time, beating polesitter Felix Rosenqvist to the checkers by 3.9663 seconds on Sunday in Long Beach, Calif.

It marked the 22nd victory of Palou's career and his third this seas

NSA Ajit Doval visits Riyadh, discusses bilateral, regional issues with Saudi ministers

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:30:28 GMT

Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], April 20 (ANI): India's National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval paid an official visit to Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh on Sunday, where he held high-level meetings with senior Saudi leadership focusing on bilateral relations, energy cooperation and regional developments, the Embassy of India in Riyadh said.

'NSA Ajit Doval paid an official visit to Riyadh on April 19. He had meetings wi

The US is losing leverage over Western Europe

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 22:04:28 GMT

The myth of transatlantic dependence is starting to crack

The United States' greatest weakness in its relations with Europe is a simple one: it's Washington that needs the continent more than the continent needs Washington.

America arrived in Europe as one of the victors of the Second World War. It established military dominance in the western part, embedded itself in the region's security

Vitality blanks Spirit to win IEM Rio grand final

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:55:24 GMT

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Team Vitality completed a spotless run through the playoff stage at the Intel Extreme Masters Rio event, defeating Team Spirit 3-0 in the grand final Sunday in Brazil.

Vitality followed 2-0 wins in the quarterfinals and semifinals with their latest shutout to claim the $125,000 first prize. Spirit settled for $50,000 in second p

UK cant find 95,000 reservists on call-up list defense adviser

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:03:32 GMT

George Robertson claims the Defense Ministry would not know where to find most of those eligible to serve in the event of an urgent need

The UK has effectively lost contact with tens of thousands of reservists who would be called up in a national emergency, George Robertson, a former NATO secretary general and a lead adviser for the Strategic Defense Review (SDR), has said.

Amid the broader

WTA roundup: Elena Rybakina wins at Stuttgart for second time

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:55:13 GMT

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Second-seeded Elena Rybakina won 25 of her 32 first-serve points (78.1%) and needed just 78 minutes on Sunday to post a 7-5, 6-1 victory over Karolina Muchova to win the championship match of the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart, Germany.

Rybakina, of Kazakhstan, had three aces while winning her 13th career title and second in Stuttgart. She also won the event in

ATP roundup: Ben Shelton shows love of clay, wins BMW title

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 17:55:21 GMT

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Ben Shelton rolled to his second title of the year, winning the BMW Open with a 6-2, 7-5 victory over Italy's Flavio Cobolli at Munich, Germany.

Shelton won 85% of his first-serve points on the clay surface and saved all six break points he faced to win his fifth career title and first since Dallas earlier this year. Shelton sho

Trump announces new Iran talks, warns no more Mr. Nice Guy

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 16:37:43 GMT

The US president has renewed his threat to blow up every single Iranian power plant and bridge if it doesnt accept a fair and reasonable deal

The US negotiating team is heading to Pakistan for the next round of Iran peace talks on Monday, President DonaldTrumphas announced, while renewing his threat to strike Iran's infrastructure if no deal is reached.

In a Truth Social post on Sunday, Tru

Seven-car crash at Nurburgring leaves one dead and six injured

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:26:19 GMT

Finnish competitor Juha Miettinen was cut from his car but could not be resuscitated, the event organizers say

Finnish racing driver Juha Miettinen was killed and six others injured in a seven-car crash during the early stages of the Nurburgring qualifiers in Germany on Saturday.

"Despite the immediate arrival of emergency services, the emergency medics were unable to save the driver involv

Israel attacks three nations for alleged backing of Iran

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:19:53 GMT

The Israeli ambassador to the UN questioned France, China, and Pakistan over Hormuz, as their vessels reportedly passed through despite the Iranian blockade

Israel's ambassador to the United Nations has lashed out at his French, Chinese, and Pakistani counterparts, accusing their countries of effectiv

Colombian leader warns US of Latin American rebellion

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:46:40 GMT

The Trump administrations unprecedented interference including kidnapping Maduro risks a historic backlash, Gustavo Petro has said

Latin America could explode in a "rebellion" against the US if it doesn't rethink its approach to the region, Colombian President Gustavo Petro has warned, citing the raid on Caracas and kidnapping of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.

In an interview with El Pai

ITALY-ROME-FOUNDATION-PARADE

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:17:10 GMT

(260419) -- ROME, April 19, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People take part in a parade in Rome, Italy to celebrate the city's 2,779th birthday, April 19, 2026. The city of Rome holds various activities to celebrate the upcoming 2,779th anniversary of its legendary foundation with historical re-enactments of ancient Roman rituals. (Xinhua/Wang Kaiyan)

Iran blocks two more oil tankers from transiting Strait of Hormuz -- report

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:45:11 GMT

TEHRAN, April 19 (Xinhua) -- Iranian armed forces intercepted two oil tankers attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, the semi-official Tasnim News Agency reported, as tensions persist over maritime access to the strategic waterway.

The vessels, sailing under the flags of Botswana and Angola, tried to pass through the strait "illegally" but were forced to turn back after Iranian intervention, accord

WTO panel ruling on transnational subsidies discussed at CTIL-led event in New Delhi

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:01:15 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 19 (ANI): The Centre for Trade and Investment Law (CTIL), Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, in collaboration with the South Asian International Economic Law Network (SAIELN) and the Indian Society of International Law (ISIL), organised a panel discussion on the WTO Panel Ruling on transnational subsidies in the dispute European Union Countervailing and Anti-Dumping Duties on Stainless Steel Co

EU-skeptic Radev pulls ahead in critical Bulgarian election

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:34:38 GMT

Rumen Radev and Boyko Borissov are competing in a vote that will shape Bulgarias relations with Brussels, Kiev, and Moscow

Former Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has extended his lead over former Prime Minister Boyko Borissov as the Bulgarian parliamentary election heads into its final stretch. Informal exit polls show Radev more than 20 points ahead of Borissov.

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EU-skeptic Radev pulls ahead in critical Bulgarian election (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:34:38 GMT

Rumen Radev and Boyko Borissov are competing in a vote that will shape Bulgaria's relations with Brussels, Kiev, and Moscow

Former Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has extended his lead over former Prime Minister Boyko Borissov as the Bulgarian parliamentary election heads into its final stretch. Informal exi

Victory certain for EU-skeptic Radev in critical Bulgarian election

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:34:38 GMT

Informal exit polls suggest that Rumen Radev has defeated Boyko Borissov by more than 20 points

Former Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has defeated former Prime Minister Boyko Borissov by 21 points in Bulgaria's general election, according to preliminary exit polls.

With polling stations closed and the country's embargo on exit polls lifted, Radev's Progressive Bulgaria has won 37.5% of the

Turnout up as Bulgarians vote in critical election

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:34:38 GMT

Rumen Radev and Boyko Borissov are competing in a vote that will shape Bulgarias relations with Brussels, Kiev, and Moscow

Bulgaria's Rumen Radev and Boyko Borissov have cast their votes, and the country's eighth election in five years is underway. Radev, who opposes EU aid to Ukraine, has vowed to break the stranglehold of the "oligarchic mafia" on Bulgaria.

The election is another flashpo

Turnout up as Bulgarians vote in critical election (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:34:38 GMT

Rumen Radev and Boyko Borissov are competing in a vote that will shape Bulgaria's relations with Brussels, Kiev, and Moscow

Bulgaria's Rumen Radev and Boyko Borissov have cast their votes, and the country's eighth election in five years is underway. Radev, who opposes EU aid to Ukraine, has vowed to break the strangle

Victory certain for EU-skeptic Radev in critical Bulgarian election (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:34:38 GMT

Informal exit polls suggest that Rumen Radev has defeated Boyko Borissov by more than 20 points

Former Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has defeated former Prime Minister Boyko Borissov by 21 points in Bulgaria's general election, according to preliminary exit polls.

With polling stations closed and the country'

Victory looks certain for EU-skeptic Radev in critical Bulgarian election (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:34:38 GMT

Informal exit polls suggest that Rumen Radev has defeated Boyko Borissov by more than 20 points

Former Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has defeated former Prime Minister Boyko Borissov by 21 points in Bulgaria's general election, according to preliminary exit polls.

With polling stations closed and the country'

World Uyghur Congress urges global action after Chinese ex-police officer's testimony alleges repression in Xinjiang

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:32:36 GMT

Munich [Germany], April 19 (ANI): The World Uyghur Congress has called on the international community to take action following new testimony from a former Chinese police officer, which it says sheds light on the continued system of repression in China's Xinjiang region.

In a press release, the organisation cited a recent investigation by news outlet Der Spiegel detailing the account of Zhang Yabo, who reportedly

Second Open Dialogue 'The Future of the World. A New Platform for Global Growth' to be held at National Centre RUSSIA

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:06:46 GMT

Moscow will host a global forum on growth, technology, demography and trade with delegates from 40+ countries

The Second Open Dialogue 'The Future of the World. A New Platform for Global Growth' is set to take place at the National Centre RUSSIA in Moscow from April 27 to 29. Participants can expect lectures

Zelenskyy Warns Russian Oil Revenues Are Funding War

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:05:31 GMT

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has criticized an easing of sanctions on Russian energy, writing on X that every dollar paid for Russian oil is money for the war.

His statement on April 19 comes after the United States prolonged its Russian oil waiver earlier in the week with figures showing that Moscow nearly doubled its oil revenue in March amid soaring energy prices as Iran continues to disrupt shippin

ITALY-ROME-CHINA-FRIENDSHIP CITIES COOPERATION DIALOGUES

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 09:15:23 GMT

(260419) -- ROME, April 19, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Former Italian Prime Minister Massimo D'Alema (R) speaks at the 4th China-Italy Friendship Cities Cooperation Dialogue in Rome, Italy, April 16, 2026. TO GO WITH "China, Italy boost friendship, cooperation at dialogues" (Xinhua/Li Jing)

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to visit Germany to boost defence ties; first visit in 7 years

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 09:01:02 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 19 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will undertake an official visit to Germany from April 21 to 23 to further strengthen the strategic defence partnership between the two countries, the Ministry of Defence announced on Sunday.

During the three-day visit, Singh is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with his German counterpart, Boris Pistorius, and other senior leaders of the governmen

Smiley's Vlog | Redefining what's possible in Beijing's humanoid robot half-marathon

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 08:45:17 GMT

BEIJING, April 19 (Xinhua) -- Beijing E-Town hosts the humanoid robot half-marathon on April 19, 2026, following the world's first edition in 2025.

In the second edition of the event on Sunday, humanoid robots made remarkable progress and demonstrated technological breakthroughs to become faster and more stable in running. The number of participating teams increased to more than 100 this year, including particip

"I don't see US leaving NATO": Mark Rutte dismisses withdrawal fears despite Donald Trump 'paper tiger' jibe

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 08:00:35 GMT

Brussels [Belgium], April 19 (ANI): NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has dismissed speculation about a possible US withdrawal from NATO, saying he does not expect Washington to leave the alliance.

As reported by DW News, Rutte said in an interview with Germany's Die Welt that the United States remains committed to the transatlantic bloc.

'I don't see the US leaving NATO,' Rutte asserted during an interview

US reverses on pledge not to renew Russian oil waiver

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:56:02 GMT

Moscow says it has always treated Western energy sanctions as hollow and illegal

The US has renewed a sanctions exemption allowing Russian crude and petroleum products already loaded onto tankers to be delivered and sold freely, the US Treasury Department has announced. The move came despite a pledge by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent made two days prior that the waiver would not be extended.

Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh announce second pregnancy; share adorable family moment featuring daughter Dua

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:32:22 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra), April 19 (ANI): Bollywood couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh on Sunday announced that they are expecting their second child, sharing the heartwarming news with fans through a social media post that quickly went viral.

The couple made the announcement on Instagram with an adorable picture. In the image shared by the couple, their first-born daughter, Dua Padukone Singh, can be seen hol

Iran Says It Forced 2 Tankers To Change Course In Hormuz Strait

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:05:00 GMT

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Iran Says It Forced 2 Tankers To Change Course In Hormuz Strait

Irans armed forces reportedly turned back two tankers attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz on April 19 after issuing warnings, according to Reuters.

Citing the semiofficial Tasnim news agency, which is close to the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps, Reuters said the Botswana- and Angola-flagged vessels were

Iran Claims It Forced 2 Tankers To Change Course In Hormuz Strait

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:05:00 GMT

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Iran Claims It Forced 2 Tankers To Change Course In Hormuz Strait

Irans armed forces reportedly turned back two tankers attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz on April 19 after issuing warnings, according to Reuters.

Citing the semiofficial Tasnim news agency, which is close to the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps, Reuters said the Botswana- and Angola-flagged vessels wer

Trump Says Iran Committed 'Total Violation' Of Cease-Fire

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:05:00 GMT

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Trump Says Iran Committed 'Total Violation' Of Cease-Fire

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US President Donald Trump says that Iran has committed a "total violation" of the current cessation of hostilities by opening fire in the Strait of Hormuz, claiming shots were aimed at a French vessel and a British freighter.

In aTruth Social poston April 19, Trump also said U

Iran's Qalibaf Cites 'Progress' But Says 'Many Gaps Remain'

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:05:00 GMT

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Trump Says US Negotiators Returning To Pakistan, Claims Iran Committed 'Total Violation' Of Cease-Fire

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US President Donald Trump says US representatives are returning to Islamabad for renewed talks with Iran, while accusing Tehran of a Total Violation of the current cessation of hostilities, claiming that Iranian forces allegedly opened fi

Iranian Military Command Vows Revenge For US Seizure Of Cargo Ship

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:05:00 GMT

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Iranian Military Command Vows Revenge For US Seizure Of Cargo Ship

Iran's top joint military command accused US forces of violating a cease-fire by shooting at and seizing an Iranian commercial vessel in the Gulf of Oman and vowed to retaliate "soon," according to state media.

State media quoted a spokesperson as saying early on April 20 that the ship was traveling from China t

India to grow 6.8%-7.1% in FY27, defies oil shock pressures: SBI Report

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:01:15 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 19 (ANI): India is weathering the latest oil shock and West Asia conflict from a 'situation of strength,' with GDP projected at 6.8%-7.1% in FY27 despite global headwinds, SBI Research said in its latest report.

Historically, every major oil shock pushed the US economy into recession. This time looks different, the report argued. 'Unlike during earlier oil shocks, U.S. households are rece

Team Vitality, Team Spirit to clash in IEM Rio grand final

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 06:55:13 GMT

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Team Vitality and Team Spirit advanced to the grand final with semifinal victories Saturday at the $300,000 Intel Extreme Masters Rio event in Brazil.

Vitality blanked FURIA and Spirit did the same to Team Falcons. FURIA and Team Falcons will meet in the third-place match on Sunday before Vitality and Spirit face off in the grand final.

(SP)ITALY-ROME-HARPASTUM

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 06:46:12 GMT

(260419) -- ROME, April 19, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Players from Bulgaria and Spain vie for the ball during a Harpastum match near the Baths of Caracalla in Rome, capital of Italy, April 18, 2026. Harpastum was a form of ball game played in the Roman Empire. (Xinhua/Wang Kaiyan)

"Find lasting solution": Brazil, Mexico, Spain issue joint statement backing Cuba amid Trump's "takeover" threats

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:43 GMT

Barcelona [Spain], April 19 (ANI): In a coordinated diplomatic move, Mexico, Spain, and Brazil issued a joint statement on Sunday expressing their alarm over the 'dramatic situation' in Cuba. The communication comes as the island nation faces escalating pressure and repeated threats from US President Donald Trump.

The three nations, currently led by left-leaning governments, voiced their 'deep concern regarding t

String of suspected gang-related blasts rocks Brussels suburb

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:20:30 GMT

The mayor of Saint-Gilles has requested reinforcements to combat "terrorism"

The mayor of a Brussels suburb has denounced what he described as "terrorism" and called for reinforcements after a series of explosions linked to gang violence struck the EU capital this week.

At least five blasts have been r

(SP)EGYPT-CAIRO-FENCING-FOIL WORLD CUP-MEN

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 03:46:11 GMT

(260419) -- CAIRO, April 19, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Iimura Kazuki (R) of Japan competes against Alexander Choupenitch of the Czech Republic during the men's senior foil individual final at the Cairo Foil World Cup 2026, in Cairo, Egypt, April 18, 2026. (Xinhua/Ahmed Gomaa)

(SP)EGYPT-CAIRO-FENCING-FOIL WORLD CUP-WOMEN

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 03:45:57 GMT

(260419) -- CAIRO, April 19, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Martina Favaretto of Italy celebrates after the women's senior foil individual final against Martina Batini of Italy at the Cairo Foil World Cup 2026 in Cairo, Egypt, April 18, 2026. (Xinhua/Ahmed Gomaa)

North China county builds cashmere hub via equipment sharing, global exchanges

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 02:47:07 GMT

SHIJIAZHUANG, April 19 (Xinhua) -- Despite being devoid of natural grasslands or sheep farms, Qinghe County in north China's Hebei Province has transformed into a major hub for cashmere raw materials. It processes 8,000 tonnes of cashmere and 50,000 tonnes of wool annually, accounting for 60 percent and 90 percent of China's total, respectively, and generated an annual revenue of 47 billion yuan (about 6.85 billion U.S

'Unconditional transit' in Hormuz is 'fiction' that 'sailed' after US-Israeli 'aggression': Iran slams EU

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 01:30:40 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 19 (ANI): Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei on Friday (local time) strongly criticised the European Union's stance on transit rules in the Strait of Hormuz, accusing it of double standards and 'hypocrisy' on international law.

Reacting to remarks by EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, Baghaei said, 'Oh, that 'international law'?! The one that the EU dusts off to lecture oth

Italian deputy PM calls for return to Russian energy imports

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:59:13 GMT

Matteo Salvini says lifting EU restrictions is key to averting an economic crisis

Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini has called on the EU to resume imports of Russian oil and gas, arguing that the bloc should prioritize energy security.

The war in the Middle East has exacerbated Europe's energy crisis, as disruptions to navigation through the Strait of Hormuz-a key route handling

ATP roundup: Ben Shelton seeks second title of year in Munich

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 22:40:29 GMT

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Second-seeded Ben Shelton halted the stunning run by unseeded Slovakian qualifier Alex Molcan, 6-3, 6-4, on Saturday to advance to the finals at the BMW Open in Munich, Germany.

Shelton will face fourth-seeded Italian Flavio Cobolli, who stunned top-seeded and defending champion Alexander Zverev of Germany, 6-3, 6-3.

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Participants of "Taicang Day" call for more Sino-German innovative cooperation

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:45:15 GMT

Taicang has become an important hub for German enterprises developing in China, said Gudrun Weidmann, senior official of the Bavarian economic ministry. He spoke highly of Taicang's achievements in smart manufacturing, industrial innovation, talent cultivation and green transition.

BERLIN, April 18 (Xinhua) -- China and Germany could step up communication and promote each other's investment and i

WTA roundup: Elena Rybakina continues sizzling start to 2026

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:40:28 GMT

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Top-seeded Elena Rybakina continued her outstanding 2026 campaign by overwhelming sixth-seeded Mirra Andreeva 7-5, 6-1 on Saturday to reach the finals of the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart, Germany.

Rybakina, who represents Kazakhstan, will face No. 7 seed Karolina Muchova of the Czech Republic in Sunday's final. Muchova

Lavrov comments on Russia's red lines and patience

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:40:11 GMT

The foreign minister has accused the EU and NATO of pushing Ukraine into a wider conflict and repeatedly crossing Moscow's red lines

Russia's patience is not unlimited and could eventually "run out," Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has warned, accusing the West of pushing Ukraine into a wider conflict and repe

Lavrov comments on Russias red lines and patience

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:40:11 GMT

The foreign minister has accused the EU and NATO of pushing Ukraine into a wider conflict and repeatedly crossing Moscows red lines

Russia's patience is not unlimited and could eventually "run out," Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has warned, accusing the West of pushing Ukraine into a wider conflict and repeatedly crossing Moscow's red lines.

Speaking at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Türki

Russia keeping Iran uranium offer on table Rosatom CEO

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:39:25 GMT

State nuclear corporation Rosatom is closely monitoring the US-Iran talks, Aleksey Likhachev says

Russia stands ready to help remove Iran's enriched uranium stockpile, Aleksey Likhachev, CEO of the Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom, has said.

Tehran's nuclear program remains a key sticking point in talks with Washington. US President Donald Trump has demanded that Iran dismantle its

Russia keeping Iran uranium offer on table - Rosatom CEO

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:39:25 GMT

State nuclear corporation Rosatom is closely monitoring the US-Iran talks, Aleksey Likhachev says

Russia stands ready to help remove Iran's enriched uranium stockpile, Aleksey Likhachev, CEO of the Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom, has said.

Tehran's nuclear program remains a key sticking point in talk

Report: Tiger Woods 'responding well to treatment' in rehab

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:40:30 GMT

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Tiger Woods is making progress as he follows an intensive rehab program after his arrest on a driving under the influence charge, the Daily Mail reported.

'He's got a pain management doctor who is helping him deal with his body pain without addictive opioids,' a source told the British publication. 'He calls or Zooms a small number of people.'

Those peop

Rajnath Singh chairs 4th meeting of Informal Group of Ministers over West Asia conflict

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:33:13 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 18 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said that the fourth meeting of the Informal Group of Ministers (IGoM) on the West Asia situation was held today, noting that the NDA government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is taking swift and effective steps to address any potential risks arising from the ongoing conflict in the region.

In a post on X, Singh sa

TRKIYE-ANTALYA-DIPLOMACY FORUM-RUSSIAN FM

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:15:48 GMT

(260418) -- ANTALYA, April 18, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov delivers a speech at a panel discussion during the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, Trkiye, April 18, 2026. The 5th edition of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum, hosted by the Turkish Foreign Ministry, runs from April 17 to 19, with the theme "Mapping Tomorrow, Managing Uncertainties." (Mustafa Kaya/Handout via Xinhua)

Reigning champions U Mumbai retain title-winning coach duo ahead of UTT season 7

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:34:32 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 18 (ANI): Reigning champions U Mumba TT will return with their title-winning coaching combination of Jay Modak and John Murphy, while national team coach Sourav Chakraborty will be among four new coaches making their Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) debut, as all seven teams confirmed their coaching lineups for Season 7, set to take place in Goa in July 2026.

Reigning Champions U Mumba TT Ret

With heavy hearts, Angels clash with Padres again

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:55:19 GMT

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Veteran right-hander German Marquez will vie to win his third consecutive start on Saturday night when his San Diego Padres try to even their three-game series against an 'emotional' Los Angeles Angels team in Anaheim, Calif.

Marquez (2-1, 5.54 ERA) enters off of back-to-back wins over the Pittsburgh Pirates and Colorado Rockies, allowing a total of four runs on 10

Iran defends limits on Strait of Hormuz passage

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:16:47 GMT

The Islamic Republic once again shut the strategic waterway due to what it described as US piracy

Iran said the renewed restrictions on maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz are justified under international law and necessary to counter hostile actions, Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baqaei has said in an interview with RT.

Iranian military officials said on Saturday that Tehran

(SP)HUNGARY-BUDAPEST-FENCING-WESTEND GRAND PRIX 2026

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:47:42 GMT

(260418) -- BUDAPEST, April 18, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Zhang Xinkun (L) of China competes against Josef Mahringer of Austria at the FIE Westend Grand Prix in Budapest, Hungary, on April 18, 2026. (Photo by David Balogh/Xinhua)

Pahalgam terror attack anniversary: Junaid Qureshi urges crackdown on terror

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:00:36 GMT

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], April 18 (ANI): Director of the European Foundation for South Asian Studies, Junaid Qureshi, said that as one year passes since the deadly terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam, voices across Kashmir continue to express grief, concern, and a demand for decisive action against terrorism and its ecosystem.

'No matter how we try to spin it, we must face the reality,' he said, de

CHINA-GUANGDONG-SHENZHEN-CHINESE-GERMAN COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH INITIATIVE-SYNTHETIC BIOCHEMISTRY-INAUGURATION (CN)

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:15:50 GMT

(260418) -- SHENZHEN, April 18, 2026 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on April 18, 2026 shows an inauguration ceremony of the Max Planck-Chinese Academy of Sciences Center for Synthetic Biochemistry in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong Province. The Max Planck-Chinese Academy of Sciences Center for Synthetic Biochemistry was officially inaugurated in South China's Shenzhen on Saturday, marking the first collaborative resea

Biles, Capello, Hernandez among sporting celebrities to attend 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:02:20 GMT

Madrid [Spain], April 18 (ANI): Legends of sport, past and present, will gather in Madrid next week to honour the greatest sportsmen and women of the year at the 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards - the Athletes' Awards.

Laureus Ambassador Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history and winner of five Laureus Statuettes, will be one of the special guests at the gala event to be held at the Cibeles Palace on

India, Austria launch Fast-Track Mechanism to enhance bilateral trade and investment

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:01:16 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 18 (ANI): India and Austria significantly strengthened their bilateral trade and investment framework following the high-level India-Austria Business Forum held in Delhi. The engagement was marked by the signing and operationalization of a bilateral Fast-Track Mechanism (FTM), aimed at facilitating smoother investment flows and addressing operational challenges for companies in both jurisdictio

Photograph of Uranium drums on Tehran tarmac is the prize Trump wants: Foreign affairs expert Robinder Sachdev

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:32:59 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 18 (ANI): Foreign Affairs Expert Robinder Sachdev said that the demand for a powerful visual 'win' is at the heart of the current US-Iran standoff, suggesting that Washington's position is being shaped as much by optics as by strategy. He said US President Donald Trump is seeking a symbolic moment that can be projected globally as a decisive achievement.

In an interview with ANI, Sachdev

Pakistan only a messenger; US-Iran deal complex despite peace push: Foreign affairs expert Sanjeev Srivastava

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:32:46 GMT

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], Apirl 18 (ANI): Defence and foreign affairs expert Sanjeev Srivastava on Saturday said that India continues to support diplomatic efforts between the United States of America and Iran, while stressing that Pakistan's role in the ongoing talks remains limited to that of a facilitator.

Commenting on the statement by US President Donald Trump about a possible visit to Islamabad if

West would gladly chew me up Lukashenko to RTs Rick Sanchez

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:16:41 GMT

The Belarusian president says he has to engage in dialogue with the US even though he is not their favorite son

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has told RT's Rick Sanchez that he knows the West wants him out of power, but still negotiates with the US because it's in his country's economic interests.

Minsk and Washington have held several rounds of talks this year, discussing what

Column: China and Europe: rethinking the so-called "trade imbalance"

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:45:19 GMT

Ultimately, China-EU economic relations have never been a zero-sum game. They are a partnership with deeply intertwined interests. China's new energy equipment and electromechanical products are precisely what Europe needs for its green transition and industrial upgrade. Conversely, Europe's high-end manufacturing and precision instruments serve as catalysts for China's ascent in the industrial value chain.

EU has four years to militarize Belgian defense chief

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:33:49 GMT

The bloc should build up its defenses by 2030 to deter Russia even without US backing, Frederik Vansina has said
European nations have around four years to build up their defenses enough to deter a Russian attack without US backing, Frederic Vansina, Belgium's Chief of the General Staff, has said. Moscow has dismissed speculation that it plans to attack NATO as nonsense.
In an interview wit

EU has four years to militarize - Belgian defense chief

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:33:49 GMT

The bloc should build up its defenses by 2030 to deter Russia even without US backing, Frederik Vansina has said

European nations have around four years to build up their defenses enough to deter a Russian attack without US backing, Frederic Vansina, Belgium's Chief of the General Staff, has said. Moscow has dismissed

Iran Says It's Reviewing New US Proposals

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 07:05:00 GMT

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Iran Says It's Reviewing New US Proposals, No Response Yet
Irans top national security body says that Tehran is reviewing new proposals from the United States delivered through Pakistani army chief Asim Munir, but has not yet responded.
In a statement on April 18, the Supreme National Security Council said the proposals had been presented in recent days with Munir acting as an

TRKIYE-ANTALYA-DIPLOMACY-FORUM-OPENING SESSION

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:45:16 GMT

(260418) -- ANTALYA, April 18, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (C), Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (R) and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev attend the opening session of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, Trkiye, April 17, 2026. The 5th edition of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum, hosted by the Turkish Foreign Ministry, runs from April 17 to 19, with the theme "Mapping Tomorrow, Manag

MDB heads pledge deeper collaboration to navigate global economic uncertainty

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:32:19 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 18 (ANI): Multilateral Development Bank (MDB) leaders have pledged to deepen their collaboration to support member countries facing heightened global uncertainty. Meeting in Washington DC on the sidelines of the World Bank Group-International Monetary Fund Spring Meetings, the heads of the world's major development institutions underscored the importance of close cooperation to maintain stabili

Angels hammer Padres hours after learning of Garret Anderson's death

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:19:05 GMT

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Yoan Moncada and Josh Lowe each homered and Jose Soriano allowed two hits over 5 2/3 innings for his fifth win as the Los Angeles Angels, only hours after announcing the death of franchise icon Garret Anderson, snapped San Diego's eight-game winning streak with an 8-0 victory on Friday night in Anaheim, Calif.
Soriano (5-0) walked four and struck out eight, lowerin

"Shameful, 180-degree reversal": US Senate Democrats slam Trump administration for extending waiver on Russian oil

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 04:32:03 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 18 (ANI): Senior Democratic lawmakers in the US Senate on Friday (local time) sharply criticised the Trump administration for extending a waiver that allows the continued sale of sanctioned Russian oil, calling the move a 'shameful' policy reversal.
In a joint statement, Democratic leaders Jeanne Shaheen, Chuck Schumer, and Elizabeth Warren of the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee co

Russian drones hunt down Ukrainian UAVs in mid-air

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 02:58:07 GMT

Footage released by Rubicon highlights the downing of kamikaze drones and coordinated airstrikes
Russia's elite Rubicon drone unit has released footage showing the interception of Ukrainian UAVs used to strike targets deep inside Russian territory.
The video shows Russian FPV drones trailing and then striking Ukrainian UAVs, including FP-2 and E-300 Enterprise heavy kamikaze drones.
T

From Chongqing to Paris: a 13-year-old Chinese boy who danced to glory

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 02:15:23 GMT

CHONGQING, April 18 (Xinhua) -- Li Yongqiu, a 13-year-old Chinese boy, claimed gold in Junior Dance Tour at the Juste Debout 2026 World Finals in Paris, France on March 8, 2026, making history.
It is a famous street dance event and brings together the best dancers from around the world. During the finals, Li performed a special routine. He combined breakdancing moves with Kung Fu. It made a deep impression on bo

Jon Rahm overcomes rocky start to take LIV Golf Mexico City lead

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:55:17 GMT

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Jon Rahm used a strong back nine during Friday's second round to take a narrow lead at the halfway point of LIV Golf Mexico City in Naucalpan, Mexico.
Rahm -- who backdoored his way into a top-40 finish last week at the Masters by shooting 4 under in the final round to finish at 1 over -- overcame a rocky front nine to shoot 4 under on the back nine,

Scott Hend, Brian Gay share lead at Senior PGA Championship

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:55:12 GMT

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Scott Hend has won everywhere from Asia to Canada to his native Australia in his long, workmanlike golf career. Now he is in position to contend for his first major championship.
Hend posted a 7-under-par 65 on Friday, the lowest round through two days of the Senior PGA Championship, to share the 36-hole lead with Brian

Surging Flyers, Sidney Crosby-led Pens bring rivalry back to playoffs

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:55:08 GMT

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For the first time in eight seasons and the eighth time overall, the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers will meet in the Stanley Cup playoffs, with the opening game of their first-round series taking place Saturday night in Pittsburgh.
The latest chapter of the Battle of Pennsylvania features a couple teams ending lengthy postseason droughts. The Pengui

Orlando City, Houston hope to build off U.S. Open Cup victories

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:19:12 GMT

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As Orlando City prepares to host the Houston Dynamo on Saturday night, both teams are coming off victories in the U.S. Open Cup.
But wins have been rare this season for both sides when it comes to MLS league games.
Orlando City (1-5-1, 4 points) and Houston (2-4-0, 6 points) still have time to battle back into playoff contention. Saturday's matchup provid

WTA roundup: Coco Gauff, Iga Swiatek both upset at Stuttgart

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 22:19:17 GMT

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Top-seeded Elena Rybakina escaped in a third-set tiebreaker while No. 2 Coco Gauff and No. 3 Iga Swiatek were upset victims to Karolina Muchova and Mirra Andreeva, respectively, in Friday's quarterfinals of the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart, Germany.
No. 7 Muchova saved 12 of 15 break points during a 6-3, 5-7, 6-3 vict

Slovakia to sue EU over Russian gas ban

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 22:09:43 GMT

Prime Minister Robert Fico says the bloc abused its power by seeking to force the country to stop buying energy from Moscow
Slovakia will file a lawsuit with the EU's Court of Justice challenging the bloc's decision to ban imports of Russian gas, Prime Minister Robert Fico has said.
In January, the EU formally approved a plan to phase out supplies of Russian pipeline gas by 2027, overriding

Matt Fitzpatrick catches break en route to 63, takes RBC Heritage lead

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 22:05:11 GMT

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Matt Fitzpatrick of England shot a spotless, 8-under 63 to vault into the lead halfway through the RBC Heritage on Friday in Hilton Head Island, S.C.
Fitzpatrick climbed to 14-under 128 at Harbour Town Golf Links, while Norway's Viktor Hovland came close to tying him at the end of the day but settled for a 65 and second place at 13 under.
Harris English sits thi

Next round of US-Iran talks likely to be held in Pakistan on Monday: Iranian sources

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:58:26 GMT

Islamabad [Pakistan], April 18 (ANI): A fresh round of talks between Iranian and American negotiators is expected to take place in Islamabad on Monday, Iranian officials familiar with the discussions said, CNN reported.
They added that delegations are likely to arrive in the Pakistani capital on Sunday, as reported by CNN.
The development comes amid renewed diplomatic efforts to ease West Asia tensions.

Russian Lawyer Who Lashed Out At Putin Released From Mental Hospital

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:52:30 GMT

Ilya Remeslo, a longtime pro-Kremlin lawyer who was admitted to a psychiatric hospital after abruptly directingstrongly worded criticismat Russian President Vladimir Putin, says he has been released after a month in the facility in St. Petersburg.
"Good evening, dear friends! Today I left the 20th section of the Skvorotsova-Stepanova hospital, where I spent 30 days," apost on Remeslo's Telegram channellate on Apr