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Russia-Ukraine War: What to Know on Day 9 of Russian Assault
Russian forces have shelled Europe’s largest nuclear power plant, sparking a fire there that was extinguished overnight.
State of the Union: Biden Vows to Halt Russia, Hit Inflation
Biden declared that he and all members of Congress are joined “with an unwavering resolve that freedom will always triumph over tyranny.”
Ukraine Slows Russian Advance Under Shadow of Nuclear Threat
Belarus could send troops to help Russia as early as later today.
Russian Military Says It Takes Strategic Airport Near Kyiv
Explosions sounded before dawn in Kyiv and gunfire was reported in several areas.
Russia Attacks Ukraine, ‘Shattering’ European Peace
Russian President Vladmir Putin threatened any foreign country attempting to interfere with “consequences you have never seen.”
Retired Pope Asks Pardon for Abuse, But Admits No Wrongdoing
Benedict was responding to a Jan. 20 report from a German law firm.
Biden: U. S. Raid in Syria Killed Top Islamic State Leader
President Biden said he would address the American people later Thursday on the raid.
Emmy-Winning Comedian Louie Anderson Has Died
Anderson was 68.
Hostages at Texas Synagogue Safe; Captor Dead
The FBI is now on the scene.
WHO: Global COVID Cases Up 11% Last Week, Omicron Risk High
WHO said that the number of newly reported deaths worldwide last week was down 4%.
Former Minneapolis Officer Guilty of Manslaughter in Daunte Wright Death
The shooting happened in April.
Louisiana’s Float Will Roll in Tournament of Roses Parade
Louisiana has paid $700,000 to be in the Tournament of Roses Parade for one year, with an option for two more years.
Charges Filed Against Parents of Accused Michigan Shooter
Authorities allege Ethan Crumbley opened fire killing four people.
New Virus Variant Emerges in Africa, Stokes Worldwide Fears
The World Health Organization has convened a technical group of experts to decide whether the new variant warrants being designated a variant of interest or a variant of concern.
U. S. to Release 50 Million Barrels of Oil to Ease Energy Costs
The move is aimed at global energy markets, but also at voters who are coping with higher inflation and rising prices ahead of Thanksgiving and winter holiday travel.
UL Lafayette Has Greenhouse Gas Extension Service
It serves policy makers and people in industry and government.
Sheriff: Baldwin Fired Prop Gun on Movie Set, Killing Woman
The Santa Fe New Mexican reported Baldwin was seen outside the sheriff’s office in tears but attempts to get comment were unsuccessful.
US Marks 20 Years Since 9/11, in Shadow of Afghan War’s End
Multiple events are planned across the country today.
Sweeping New Vaccine Mandates for 100 Million Americans
No testing opt-out is expected to be included for the executive branch requirement.
President Biden to Survey Ida’s Storm Damage in Louisiana on Friday
The White House says President Joe Biden will visit Louisiana on Friday to survey storm damage from Hurricane Ida.