Russian MPs approve jail time for criticism of mercenaries March 14, 2023 at 04:22AM

The lower house of parliament on Tuesday green-lit prison time of up to 15 years for criticism of "volunteer groups" such as the Wagner group and individuals fighting alongside the Russian army.

Saudi Arabia places order with Boeing for up to 121 planes March 14, 2023 at 04:03AM

Two Saudi Arabian airlines said Tuesday they will order 78 jetliners from Boeing and take options to buy 43 more in a major boost for the American aircraft manufacturer. The order for Boeing 787s will be divided between Saudi Arabia's flag carrier, Saudia, and a planned new airline called Riyadh Air, which Saudi officials announced over the weekend.

Putin says Russia is in a fight for the existence of the state March 14, 2023 at 03:52AM

President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday that what was at stake in Ukraine was Russia's very existence as a state. In comments to workers at an aviation factory, Putin repeated his familiar argument that the West was bent on pulling Russia apart. "So for us this is not a geopolitical task, but a task of the survival of Russian statehood, creating conditions for the future development of the country and our children," he said.

Doctors are quitting Britain’s NHS for a career in business March 14, 2023 at 03:51AM

Thousands of junior doctors are on strike this week, complaining of low pay and poor working conditions in Britain’s National Health Service.Many of the medics on picket lines are also thinking of walking out of their careers entirely — and the world of finance and business offers an unexpected but increasingly attractive option.

China says AUKUS on 'dangerous path' with nuclear subs deal March 14, 2023 at 12:28AM

Non-bailable warrant against Imran Khan suspended in judge threats case March 13, 2023 at 11:03PM