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Press releases published on May 19, 2025
Kremlin voices remarks on ceasefire plans following Ukrainian drone attacks
MENAFN
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May 19, 2025
(MENAFN) The Kremlin has reaffirmed that the escalating Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian territory will not affect Moscow’s plans for a 72-hour ceasefire during Victory Day celebrations. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed that the ceasefire, …
Russia investigates WWII honorary statues destruction
MENAFN
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May 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia has stated that it is leading a criminal investigation of the act of violating and ruining honorary statues in the Baltic states and Eastern Europe. The nation’s Investigative Committee designed systemized work to disroot the memory of …
Russia gets struck by mass flight disruptions
MENAFN
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May 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian drone strikes across Russia caused significant travel disruptions late Tuesday and early Wednesday, leading to numerous flight cancellations and rerouted flights. Moscow’s airports, including Sheremetyevo, Domodedovo, Vnukovo, and …
First Pakistani to reach top of fourteen of world’s peaks
MENAFN
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May 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Pakistan’s official mountaineering association made a statement on Sunday that the first Pakistani to reach to the top of 14 of the world’s summits above 8,000 meters (26,247 feet) with no complementary oxygen backing. As stated by Karar Haidri, …
Challenging Serbian president delivers message to EU from Red Square
MENAFN
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May 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic delivered a strong message to the European Union during his visit to Moscow’s Red Square for Russia’s Victory Day celebrations, asserting Serbia’s historical legacy and sovereign decision-making amid warnings …
Putin-Xi discussions persisted for seven hours
MENAFN
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May 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping engaged in more than seven hours of discussions in Moscow, culminating in the signing of nearly 30 new agreements, according to Russian news agency TASS. The signed documents span a …
Central bank director claims Ukraine contemplating ditching dollar as reference currency
MENAFN
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May 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine is considering replacing the US dollar with the euro as its primary reference currency, according to National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) Governor Andrey Pyshny. The move reflects Kiev’s ambition to strengthen ties with the European Union, even …
Kremlin requests from Muscovites to display patience with Victory Day restrictions
MENAFN
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May 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has urged Moscow residents to be understanding of the security measures imposed for this week’s Victory Day celebrations, which commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany. The …
Zelensky declares Ukraine ready for instant ceasefire
MENAFN
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May 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has declared that Kiev is prepared to initiate a full ceasefire immediately and without any preconditions. The announcement, posted on Zelensky’s official Telegram channel following a conversation with former …
Russia strongly advices India, Pakistan to demonstrate restraint
MENAFN
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May 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia has expressed significant concern over the escalating violence between India and Pakistan, urging both nations to take steps to prevent further conflicts. The recent surge in tensions follows a terrorist attack in Baisaran Valley, Jammu and …
Von der Leyen demands EU to speed up Ukrainian admission
MENAFN
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May 19, 2025
(MENAFN) European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called on the EU to speed up Ukraine’s accession process, aiming to start membership talks in 2025. She argued that this move would strengthen Ukraine’s position in negotiations with Russia and …
House Budget Committee Approves Trump Tax-Cut Bill
MENAFN
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May 19, 2025
(MENAFN) A controversial tax-cut bill, spearheaded by U.S. President Donald Trump, has successfully cleared a critical congressional hurdle. The House Budget Committee approved the legislation in a close 17-16 vote, setting the stage for a full House vote. …
Kiev tries fresh incursion into Russia’s Kursk Region
MENAFN
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May 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian troops launched a fresh cross-border offensive into Russia’s Kursk Region on Monday, targeting multiple areas including the villages of Tetkino and Novy Put. However, by Wednesday, the assault had failed to yield any meaningful …
Biden’s Office Reveals His Diagnosis with Aggressive Prostate Cancer
MENAFN
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May 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Former U.S. President Joe Biden, 82, has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, his personal office revealed Sunday. The statement indicated the cancer, classified with a high Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5), has spread to …
ASUS and Republic of Gamers Unleash Strix G, Zephyrus, and TUF Gaming Laptops with New NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPUs
GlobeNewswire
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May 19, 2025
TORONTO, May 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has announced the arrival of new NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPUs-equipped configurations across its acclaimed ROG Strix, Zephyrus, and TUF Gaming laptop families — now available …
Barrick Sets the Standard in Advancing United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals
GlobeNewswire
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May 19, 2025
All amounts expressed in US dollars TORONTO, May 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the world moves towards the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals 2030 target, Barrick Mining Corporation (NYSE:B) (TSX:ABX) remains committed to playing its part by …
Dr. Yvonne Kason to Reveal Newest Near-Death Experience Discoveries at Spiritual Conference
EIN Presswire
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May 19, 2025
Dr. Yvonne Kason presents new NDE discoveries at the Spiritual Awakenings International Conference 2025, June 7–8, exploring consciousness awakening. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Renowned Near-Death Experience (NDE) …
ASHLEY A. H. GRAY SELECTED AS TOP CEO AND HEALTH POLICY CONSULTANT OF THE YEAR BY IAOTP
EIN Presswire
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May 19, 2025
Ashley A. H. Gray will be honored at the International Association of Top Professionals annual awards gala in Las Vegas NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Ashley A. H. Gray, MPP, was recently selected as Top CEO and Health …
DESIFEST Brings South Asian Music Back to the Heart of Gerrard Street In Toronto
EIN Presswire
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May 19, 2025
DESIFEST x Lahore Tikka House bring Open Mic Unplugged to Gerrard St — live South Asian music, food …
China's Retail Sales Fall Below Expectations
MENAFN
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May 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Official figures released by the National Bureau of Statistics on Monday revealed that China's retail sales experienced a 5.1% year-on-year increase in April. This growth fell below market forecasts, suggesting a deceleration in domestic demand …