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Russians turn to cash, putting more strain on slowing wartime economy

  • Russians are hoarding cash amid drone-strike internet blackouts and tax rises
  • Cash in circulation up 1.56tn roubles this year, a wartime high
  • Trend hampers Kremlin tax collection as growth forecast falls to 0.4%

Russians are increasingly relying on cash rather than card payments, as mobile internet blackouts caused by Ukrainian drone strikes disrupt digital transactions and rising taxes push more businesses towards off-the-books dealing. This matters because it is squeezing the Kremlin's ability to raise revenue through taxation just as Russia's…

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Bernie Sanders dismisses Haley Stevens, says Michigan race is against the ‘billionaire class’

  • Sanders says billionaire donors, not Stevens, are the real opponent for El-Sayed.
  • He claims roughly $50 million has been spent to defeat El-Sayed.
  • Comments made at a Detroit rally on Saturday.

Senator Bernie Sanders campaigned in Detroit on behalf of progressive Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, arguing that Michigan's Democratic primary is less a contest against fellow candidate Haley Stevens than a broader fight against wealthy political donors. Sanders framed the race as evidence of moneyed interests trying to shape…

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State Department warns Americans flights may be canceled amid escalating Iran conflict as it issues worldwide travel caution

  • State Department issues worldwide caution over possible flight cancellations.
  • Warning follows deadly attack on a US airbase.
  • US has vowed further strikes against Iran in response.

The US State Department has issued a worldwide travel caution warning American citizens that flights could be cancelled or disrupted as the conflict with Iran escalates. The advisory reflects growing concern within the US government that the situation could deteriorate further, prompting officials to urge Americans travelling abroad…

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‘Mexodus’ Review: The Underground Railroad Runs South to Mexico in a Pasadena Playhouse Musical That Feels as Spirited as a Two-Man ‘Hamilton’

  • "Mexodus" is a two-actor musical blending hip-hop and Tex-Mex music styles.
  • It reimagines the Underground Railroad's escape route running into Mexico.
  • Reviewers praise its energy and its exploration of Black-Latino relations.

"Mexodus," now playing at Pasadena Playhouse, is a two-person musical that reimagines the Underground Railroad's escape route running south into Mexico rather than north. Written by and starring Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson, the show blends hip-hop and traditional Tex-Mex balladry, drawing comparisons to "Hamilton" for its…

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Private jets flock to Montana – but locals can’t afford the trailer park

  • Bozeman, Montana's population has grown 20% since the pandemic
  • Wealthy newcomers, partly drawn by "Yellowstone" TV show, drive up costs
  • Home values up 40% in two years; locals struggle with rent hikes

Bozeman, Montana, has been transformed by a huge influx of wealthy newcomers since the Covid-19 pandemic, pushing house prices and rents sharply higher and squeezing out many long-time residents. The city's population has grown by around 20% since 2019, driven partly by remote workers relocating from the coasts…

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Signed David Hockney print found in charity shop book sells for £41,000

  • Signed Hockney print found inside charity shop book
  • Print sold at auction for £41,000
  • Highlights rare hidden value in secondhand donations

A signed David Hockney print, discovered by chance tucked inside a book bought from a charity shop, has sold at auction for £41,000. The find highlights how valuable artworks can occasionally turn up in unexpected places, and underscores the enduring commercial appeal of Hockney's work among collectors. Details…

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WNBA suspends Tempo coach Sandy Brondello for ‘protected species’ comment about Angel Reese

  • Tempo coach Sandy Brondello suspended one game without pay
  • She called Angel Reese a "protected species" at referees
  • Comment came during review of a foul on Reese

The WNBA has suspended Toronto Tempo head coach Sandy Brondello for one game without pay after she referred to Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese as a "protected species" during a heated exchange with referees. The comment, made while a foul call was under review, sparked controversy and drew…

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Iceland’s ‘first billionaire’ leaves Britain for Italy and warns of ‘exodus’ of millionaires

  • Icelandic billionaire relocates from UK to Italy over tax concerns.
  • He warns of a broader exodus of millionaires from Britain.
  • Cites UK's non-dom tax changes; Italy offers favourable flat-tax regime.

Chris Oddleifsson, said to be Iceland's first billionaire after building his fortune through investments including UK convenience store chains, has left Britain to relocate to Italy, citing tax pressures and warning of a wider "exodus" of wealthy individuals from the UK. He argues that changes to the UK's…

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Tate brothers arrested in Miami ahead of boxing event

  • Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami before boxing event
  • Reports cite new child pornography and rape charges
  • No official statements or further case details confirmed

Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan Tate were arrested in Miami shortly before they were due to appear at a boxing event, with reports indicating the arrests relate to new charges of child and extreme pornography offences and rape. The pair have built a large online following through…

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Why after Boris Johnson’s brush with death and amid Russia’s rising threat, a top minister sits out every major national event to be Britain’s DESIGNATED SURVIVOR

  • A UK minister is designated to skip major events as a safeguard
  • Practice aims to preserve government continuity if disaster strikes
  • Move follows Boris Johnson's Covid scare and Russian security threats

A senior UK minister has been designated as Britain's "designated survivor", deliberately staying away from major national events and gatherings to ensure continuity of government should disaster strike those in attendance. The practice, borrowed from a long-standing US convention, has taken on fresh significance in Britain following Boris…

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