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Ukrainian rape survivors experience silence or shame: Since the start of the war on February 24, 2022, many Ukrainian women have been sexually abused by Russian ...

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FTC votes to ban noncompete agreements for most workers: U.S. companies would no longer be able to bar employees from taking jobs with competitors under a rule ...

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Quick Glance: US implements ban on worker 'competition agreements' with business groups filing lawsuits

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has approved a framework to eliminate agreements often signed by employees to refrain from joining their employers' competitors or establishing rival businesses.

The ban on noncompete agreements is projected to boost worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and facilitate the establishment of over 8,500 new businesses annually.

Prominent business associations have criticized the framework and declared legal actions, contending that noncompete agreements assist companies in safeguarding trade secrets and advancing competitiveness.

Unions have endorsed the FTC's vote in favor of the ban, hailing it as a significant triumph for workers that will enhance the national economy by fostering entrepreneurship.

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Zelenskyy and Commander-in-Chief of Ukraine's Armed Forces discuss strengthening of defences in key areas in Donetsk Oblast

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Ukrainian government allocates US$200 million for construction of fortifications: The Ukrainian government has allocated UAH 8 billion (circa US$200 million) for ...

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The United States is preparing a $1 billion military aid package for Ukraine, the first to be sourced from the yet to be signed Ukraine-Israel bill ...

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Quick Glance: Senate Passes Aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan with Strong Bipartisan Support

The Senate has approved $95 billion in war aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden after months of delays and contentious debates over U.S. involvement in foreign wars.

The legislation would also provide $26 billion in wartime assistance to Israel, humanitarian relief to citizens of Gaza, and $8 billion to counter Chinese threats in Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific.

The changes have brought some of the nine additional Senate Republicans on board, increasing support to over half of McConnell's conference.

The growing divide in the GOP between aid skeptics and traditional 'Reagan Republicans' who strongly support it may have significant implications for the top two Republican leaders.

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Ukraine Pushes Military-Aged Men To Return Home: Ukraine on Tuesday suspended consular services for men of fighting age living abroad ...

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Quick Glance: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Halts Consular Services for Conscripted Men Abroad

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has confirmed the suspension of consular services for Ukrainian men abroad who are liable for military service.

Kuleba emphasized that protecting the rights and interests of Ukrainian citizens abroad remains a priority for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but the current focus is on Ukraine's survival.

He reminded men liable for military service of the obligation to update their data at military enlistment offices before the new mobilization law was enacted.

Kuleba announced that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will soon provide further guidance on obtaining consular services for men of conscription age at diplomatic missions abroad.

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Alexis Ohanian makes an unprecedented investment in women’s track: Seeing “tremendous upside” in the sport, the billionaire is funding a women-only event this ...

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Ukraine names ‘Tortured Poets Department’ of writers killed in war: Ukraine paid homage to Ukrainian writers who died during the country’s war with Russia by ...

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What Ukraine lost while waiting for the US aid bill to pass: The long-awaited passing of the U.S. aid bill in the House of Representatives over the weekend was ...

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Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade

The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.

Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.

As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.

Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.

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Man who attacked police after storming US Capitol with Confederate flag gets over 2 years in prison

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Trans Mountain oil shippers raise concerns about risk of delay to full service: Some shippers on Canada's Trans Mountain expansion project are raising concerns ...

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Russians tried to breach Ukrainian defences on Novopavlivka front 17 times – General Staff

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Russia threatens to step up attacks on western weapons in Ukraine: Russian defence minister reacts to US passage of military aid as Kyiv’s forces struggle to ...

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Poll: 62% of Ukrainians say they are prepared to fight for country: Ukrainians have the highest readiness to fight for their country among other European ...

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With New U.S. Aid, Ukraine Looks To Stabilize The Line, Seize The Initiative: The impending passage of $60 billion in U.S. aid for Ukraine could help the ...

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Government allocates additional over $200 million for fortifications: The government has allocated an additional over Hr 8 billion (around $202 ...

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Over US$10 billion allocated from Ukrainian budget for defence in three months of 2024

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Kremlin conducts information operation against Kharkiv to make Ukrainians flee the city – ISW

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Quick Glance: Russian Attack Causes Destruction of TV Tower in Kharkiv

A television tower in Kharkiv was ripped in two by a Russian missile strike on Monday, described by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a deliberate attempt by Moscow to make the second largest city in Ukraine uninhabitable.

Impressive footage showed the main mast of the tower breaking off and collapsing in the city, which has been under missile and drone attacks for weeks.

Zelenskyy briefed US President Joe Biden about the airstrike that occurred shortly before their conversation.

The Service for State Special Communications reported partial damage to the tower's structure, resulting in a temporary loss of television signal. Efforts are underway to restore it, with residents advised to use cable, online TV, or radio if they lack a digital TV signal.

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MP Yaroslav Zhelezniak: Developments in Ukraine’s parliament on economic reforms, international obligations — Issue 52

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“River of Death” between Ukraine and Romania: Hundreds are fleeing war and mobilization here

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SBU detains man suspected of directing Russian attacks on Ukrainian special forces base

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It's hard for Ukrainian soldiers, but aid will help to even out situation – Zelenskyy

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Ukrainian agriculture minister under suspicion of orchestrating land-grab scheme: Suspect alleged to have illegally obtained state-owned land worth €6.9 million.

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“All he talks about is revenge”: Author Rushdie urgently warns against Donald Trump’s re-election

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Skies over southern Greece turn orange as winds blow dust across from North Africa

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Enemy using chemical weapons near Ocheretyne – Ukraine's defense forces: The situation near Ocheretyne in the Donetsk region is difficult ...

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House Approves Bill Banning TikTok in the US (Again): Congress tries again with a TikTok ban, this time bundling it into a foreign aid package.

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Ottawa looking for Canadian-made solutions for plastic pollution: Steven Guilbeault said Canada is hoping to clean up approximately 70 per cent of the treaty ...

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Russians continue attacks on six fronts, 86 combat clashes in one day − Ukrainian General Staff

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Missing cat found after 5 years makes 2,000-km journey home: Cindy and Jeff Hall got a phone call out of the blue that their cat, who ran out the door five years ...

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 790: As the war enters its 790th day, these are the main developments.

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Russian attacks against 5 Ukrainian regions kill 5, injure 12 over past day: Casualties were reported in Donetsk, Kherson, Sumy, Kharkiv and Mykolaiv oblasts.

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US aid to Ukraine: What difference will it make in war with Russia?: For the exhausted Ukrainian artillery gunners holding off Russian forces near the eastern ...

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From pop to politics, what to know as Sweden prepares for the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest

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Russia-Ukraine war: Aid approval brings Ukrainian troops closer to infusion of new firepower

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Ukrainian sappers defuse 250-kg guided bomb in Kharkiv region: In the Kharkiv region, demining teams defused a 250-kilogram guided aerial bomb that hit a ...

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Canada's TC Energy says NGTL pipeline system resumes normal operations after fire

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Ukrainian forces to halt Russian offensive if US aid arrives quickly – ISW: Experts at the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) have assessed that Ukraines ...

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Ukrainian Cyber Agency Detects Russian Hacking Attempts to Disrupt Critical Infrastructure

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Analysis: Russian Troops Claim to Grab Ground in Surprise Assault, Threaten Breakthrough in Battleground Avdiivka

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Another family brought back to Ukraine from occupation: Russians shot near their heads to intimidate them – photo

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Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.

The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.

Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.

He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.

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Kharkiv TV tower destroyed in Russian missile attack: Ukrainian media representatives called on the international community to investigate the attack as a war ...

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Approval of US leadership drops in Ukraine: Gallup: Ukrainians’ approval of leaders in the United States significantly dropped in 2023, according to a new survey ...

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America’s trust in its institutions has collapsed: What are the consequences?

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The Ascent Of Ukrainian Rap As The Soundtrack To War: A genre in its infancy at the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, hip hop has flourished amid a cultural ...

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Trudeau announces $5-billion loan guarantee program for Indigenous communities : The Prime Minister says the program will help Indigenous peoples receive a fair ...

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Ukraine: What does the breakthrough in the USA change about the war?: Ukraine can breathe a sigh of relief for now. The new military aid from the USA will ...

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Russia's invasion of Ukraine: This is what the new US aid package means for the course of the war

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Ukraine in talks about four Patriot batteries as media says Greece ready to lend one - Euromaidan Press

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Ukrainian forces repel eight attacks near Staromaiorske, Robotyne, on east bank of Dnipro River

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Luke Bryan slips on phone midshow — and fans praise him for 'grace and even humor'

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Russian court rejects appeal by detained Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich

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Quick Glance: Moscow Court Upholds Extension of Detention for Reporter Evan Gershkovich

Following the rejection of Evan Gershkovich's appeal, a reporter for the Wall Street Journal, he will remain in custody on espionage charges until at least late June.

Detained in late March 2023 during a reporting trip, the 32-year-old US citizen has spent over a year in prison, with his detention being regularly prolonged and his appeals being turned down.

Experts suggest that Moscow might be leveraging jailed Americans as leverage in the escalating tensions between the US and Russia due to the Kremlin's military operation in Ukraine.

Gershkovich's arrest marks the first time since September 1986 that an American reporter has been detained in Russia on espionage charges, when Nicholas Daniloff, a Moscow correspondent for U.S. News and World Report, was apprehended by the KGB.

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Ukraine's Security Service exposes Putin-praising priest of Moscow-linked church in Khmelnytskyi

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SBU Detains Suspected Traitor Helping Russians Bomb Kraken Special Forces Base: The suspect was reportedly relaying the coordinates of the Kraken special forces ...

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'No region in Ukraine endures hell like Donetsk Oblast,' governor says of Russia's war

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Senate Advances Ukraine, Israel Aid Closer to Finish Line: The chamber advanced a $95 billion foreign aid proposal that would send weapons to Ukrainian soldiers ...

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The GOP’s Pro-Russia Caucus Lost. Now Ukraine Has to Win.: Once U.S. money starts flowing again, the dynamics of the war will change.

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Russian forces launch attacks on 6 fronts over past 24 hours, most actively on Novopavlivka – Ukraine's General Staff

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Laughter in the face of death: Ukraine's stand-up scene booming amid Russia's war - Euromaidan Press

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Quick Glance: Biden Promises Swift Military Aid for Ukraine

President Joe Biden assured his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy of quick military support in the fight against Russia's invasion during a Monday call.

The US House of Representatives approved a substantial foreign aid package last week, including $61 billion for war-torn Ukraine, with the Senate expected to follow suit.

Biden emphasized America's 'lasting commitment' to Ukraine 'as it defends its freedom against Russian aggression'.

Zelenskyy reported that Biden assured him he would sign the upcoming military aid package immediately upon Senate approval, and the weaponry provided would strengthen Ukraine's air defense as well as long-range and artillery capabilities.

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Analysis: Kyiv Missile Takes Out Another Kremlin Warship – This One the Oldest in Russia’s Whole Fleet

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Why problems of Polish farmers not related to Ukrainian agricultural products: Polish MEP Marek Belka brought together prominent figures to discuss the state and ...

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Biden promises speedy delivery of 'battlefield' aid for Ukraine: US President Joe Biden promised that tens of billions of dollars of much-delayed military aid ...

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Ukraine's National Security and Defence Council to develop Ukrainian doctrine: Oleksandr Lytvynenko, the Secretary of the National Security and Defence Council ...

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