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Foreign ministers from 46 nations in the Council of Europe convened in Turin, Italy on Friday as Russia presses forward with its invasion of Ukraine. Russia has been expelled from the organization due to the Kremlin-backed decision to attack its neighbor in February. What was on the agenda? According to a press statement on the Council of Europe website, the meeting was an occasion for the "ministers to show their support for and solidarity with Ukraine and its people." Ireland took over the presidency of the Committee of Ministers from Italy during the meeting. The presidency rotates between member countries every six months. The ministers also discussed the state of human rights, democracy and press freedom in Europe, among other topics. The Council of Europe issued guidelines to member states on how to prevent and combat hate speech, both online and offline. In addition, Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe President Tiny Kox called for a summit of … [Read more...] about Ukraine: Council of Europe discusses response to Russian invasion

By Laurence Peter Published 2 hours ago Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Related Topics Russia-Ukraine war Ukraine has dismissed as "wishful thinking" Russia's plan to connect a giant Ukrainian nuclear power station to the Russian electricity grid. Russian troops are occupying the sprawling Zaporizhzhia plant by the Dnieper River in southern Ukraine. It is Europe's biggest nuclear plant. The Ukrainian staff are still operating it, but Russia has sent its own nuclear experts to monitor their work. Russia's deputy prime minister has vowed to sell power from it to Ukraine. Marat Khusnullin said Russia would integrate the Zaporizhzhia plant with Russia's energy system if Kyiv refused to pay for the plant's electricity. Visiting Russian-occupied southern Ukraine on Wednesday he said "if the Ukrainian energy system is ready to receive [electricity] and … [Read more...] about Ukraine says giant Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant can’t supply Russia

We might only be a few days into 2021, but it appears that there’s already a new social media villain that has the whole of Twitter up in arms. Introducing Bean Dad. On 2 January, musician and podcaster John Roderick shared a Twitter thread about how his hungry nine-year-old daughter had asked him for some baked beans . In a series of 23 tweets, Roderick, who has since deleted his Twitter account, explains how wanted his daughter to learn how to open the can of baked beans herself, writing: “a teaching moment just dropped in my lap!" According to screenshots of his tweets shared on Twitter, he goes on to explain how his daughter couldn’t figure out how the can opener worked - and, hoping that she would figure it out on her own, Roderick refused to tell her. Recommended Viral tweet sparks debate over Colonel Sanders’ body on KFC logo “I went back to my jigsaw puzzle," he wrote. “She was next to me grunting and groaning trying to get the … [Read more...] about Who is ‘bean dad’ and why does the internet hate him?

Brunei named the most dangerous country for LGBTQI+ travellers New Zealand misses out on top 10 placing, finishing 13th Canada named the safest New research has revealed which countries and destinations are the safest, and most hostile, for LGBTQI+ travellers to visit. Travel journalists and researchers Asher and Lyric Fergusson have ranked 203 countries for the third LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Index using a range of factors including discrimination, marriage equality, morality laws and transgender murder rates. Bottom of the list is Brunei with a safety index of -200. The small Southeast Asian country, which is one of the richest in the world , brought in death by stoning for homosexual acts in 2019. READ MORE: Countries with the fewest tourists per head of population: The top 10 'undertouristed' countries Brunei anti-gay laws: Why a travel boycott to Brunei - or any other country - is wrong At the time of the introduction of the penal code, there was a … [Read more...] about The most dangerous country for LGBTQI+ travellers

Live Updates As Russian prepares to intensify its attack in the south and east of Ukraine, there are conflicting reports over t he sinking of a Russian warship Moskva. Ukraine claims it hit the vessel with a missile, while Russian said an ammunition fire onboard. Russia continues its attacks in Ukraine, as forces reportedly attacked buses carrying civilians in Borovaya, near the city of Kharkiv. According to Kharkiv Oblast Prosecutor's Office, seven people were killed and 27 were injured. The head of the International Criminal Court called Ukraine "a crime scene" after visiting with Ukrainian officials in cities like Bucha. Ukraine National Police are investigating more than 3,000 war crimes in the Kyiv region. More than 900 civilian deaths have been recorded in region so far. The U.S. promised an additional $800 million in security assistance to Ukraine , including Stinger anti-aircraft systems, Javelin anti-armor systems, laser-guided rocket systems and over … [Read more...] about Ukraine War: Russia claims Ukraine is preparing train station attack

Joe Biden’s ‘dream to see Putin fall’ could tilt conflict into 'total, endless war' Sign up for our news briefing, including a daily special Russia-Ukraine edition SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The US Presiden t is planning to send over anti-ship missiles to Ukrainian fighters as the Russian invasion rumbles on. While already receiving thousands of weapons from NATO countries , including the US , such as Javelin and Stinger missiles, Kyiv has requested more weapons to bat away Russian ships from its ports. It comes as the blockade of Black Sea ports, the country’s main export routes, has slashed shipments of grain wheat, corn and oils. Related articles Putin nightmare as India turns on Russia to cut cash … [Read more...] about Biden to arm Ukraine with deadly weapons and STOP Putin’s horror plot to starve millions

A crime network which used young women to trick lonely men into handing over more than €1m (£848,000) in savings has been busted in an international police sting. The family-based gang, mainly Romanian nationals, employed women as domestic workers to prey on elderly victims aged between 70 and 90. One victim was conned out of €20,000, EU law enforcement agency, Europol, said on Friday. Another man suffered two heart attacks after a woman spiked him with Valium as part of a plot to rob his house. Many of the victims are estranged from their families and living in the southern Italian region of Calabria, Europol said. Advertisement Twitter Due to your consent preferences, you’re not able to view this. Open Privacy Options The women usually began a physical relationship with the men before asking for money, often under the guise of health problems or to help a poorly relative. Some of the men were blackmailed if they refused the … [Read more...] about Italy: Crime network who duped lonely men out of more than €1m arrested in international police sting

Boris Johnson has said he wants to help struggling families “save on their food bills” by delaying a promised ban on buy-one-get-one-free promotions on junk foods until 2023. Despite the government’s U-turn, both Tesco and Sainsbury’s have now committed to the original October deadline for the ban, and vowed to offer more discounts on healthier products. Jamie Oliver has led protests outside Downing Street after a promise to axe multi-buy promotions on food high in fat, sugar or salt was pushed back to next October. The prime minister, speaking to broadcasters during a visit to in Wales, said: “There are some things at the moment where we think they make very little difference to obesity.” Mr Johnson added: “They can affect people’s weekly outgoings, people’s budgets, and at this particular time – if people can save on their food bills with some offers – then I think we’ve just got to be flexible while continuing to tackle obesity.” Recommended … [Read more...] about Sainsbury’s and Tesco to ban junk food offers after Boris Johnson refuses to act

Dan Wootton tells Sadiq Khan to ‘focus on saving London’ Sign up for our news briefing, including a daily special Russia-Ukraine edition SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Traffic is currently stopped on the M25 anti-clockwise between Junction 4 (Orpington), J3 for the M20 and J1 (Swanley) due to the collision. National Highways Southeast reported that emergency services, including National Highways Traffic Officers, are currently at the scene. Related articles Sick Russian president Putin's health has been failing for FIVE YEARS Ann Widdecombe blasts Nicola Sturgeon There are currently delays of 50 minutes, according to National Highways. Two out of three lanes have closed along the route. … [Read more...] about M25 traffic chaos: Traffic STOPPED in London after crash – huge queues building

Jamie Oliver has accused the Government of using families’ suffering amid the cost-of-living crisis as an “excuse” to delay tackling obesity. The British chef presented an Eton Mess dessert to a crowd of around 200 supporters in the pouring rain outside Downing Street , which he said was “symbolic of the mess” ministers have created by postponing England’s National Obesity Strategy by one year. The strategy aims to reduce consumption of food high in fat, sugar and salt (known as HFSS) by banning two-for-one junk food deals and television ads for it before 9pm. Ministers said last week that it had been deferred so they can review the impact on families amid the cost-of-living crisis. Holding a glass dish of the strawberry meringue aloft, Mr Oliver told cheering protesters that was an excuse. Recommended Boris Johnson news: Partygate probe ends with 126 fines Brexit has increased risk of danger foods reaching UK, watchdog warns … [Read more...] about Cost of living fears just an ‘excuse’ to delay tackling obesity – Jamie Oliver