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EU adopts fourth sanctions package against Russia

French President Emmanuel Macron (C), European Council President Charles Michel (L) and EU leaders arrive for a family photo during a summit at the Chateau de Versailles in Versailles, near Paris, France, on Friday. On Tuesday, they adopted the EU's fourth package of punitive measures targeting Russia over its invasion of Ukraine. BRUSSELS, Belgium (UPI) -- The European Union (EU) on Tuesday adopted its fourth package of punitive measures targeting Russia over its invasion of Ukraine. The sanctions, which the […]

todayMarch 15, 2022 127

Biden

National

Biden touts American Rescue Plan

President Joe Biden speaks during the National League of Cities Congressional City Conference held at Marriott Marquis in Washington, D.C., on Monday. WASHINGTON (UPI) -- President Joe Biden touted his American Rescue Plan and addressed concerns for rising gas prices and inflation during a speech to the National League of Cities Congressional City Conference in Washington, D.C., on Monday afternoon. "Look, we have an incredible opportunity ahead of us. But despite the progress we've made, we know that families are […]

todayMarch 15, 2022 141

Renaud

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U.S. journalist Brent Renaud killed in Ukraine

Brent Renaud is pictured with Lester Holt at the 2012 Edward R. Murrow Awards. KYIV, Ukraine (UPI) -- Brent Renaud, an award-winning video journalist and documentary filmmaker, was killed Sunday in Ukraine, police officials said. Renaud, 51, was killed and at least one other journalist was injured while reporting from the city of Irpin, which has received heavy gunfire and shelling from Russian forces advancing on Kyiv, Chief of Police Andrey Nebitov posted on Facebook. "The occupants are cynically killing […]

todayMarch 13, 2022 189

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U.S. Embassy warns Americans to seek shelter in Ukraine

KYIV, Ukraine (UPI) -- The U.S. Embassy in Ukraine warned Americans in the country to seek shelter during the "highly volatile" invasion of the country." The security situation throughout Ukraine remains highly volatile, and conditions may deteriorate without warning. U.S. citizens should remain vigilant and know the location of your closest shelter or protected space," the embassy tweeted. Embassy officials said in a statement that it has issued a Level 4: Do Not Travel advisory to U.S. citizens "due to […]

todayFebruary 25, 2022 85

Belgium four-day work week Alexander de Croo

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Belgium to allow four-day work week

BRUSSELS (UPI) -- After weeks of discussions, the Belgian government announced Tuesday that employees in that country will be able to request a four-day workweek from their employer, without losing any salary. The country's new labor deal gives employees the option to work longer days, which would equate to a three-day weekend. Employers are able to turn down the request but must give a written reason detailing why they are denying it. The rule is part of Belgium's new labor deal, […]

todayFebruary 15, 2022 68

India Bitcoin cryptocurrency

Business & Lifestyle

Indian government clarifies legal status of cryptocurrency

NEW DELHI, India -- The issue of cryptocurrency remains a gray area in the eastern Asian nation of India. The nation neither considers it legal nor makes it illegal. A member of the Parliament of India, the nation's finance secretary, and the finance minister recently made clarifications relating to the status of cryptocurrency in India. What is the legal status of cryptocurrency in India? Indian finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman made an announcement nearly two weeks ago to tax income from […]

todayFebruary 13, 2022 119

Xavi

Soccer/Futbol News

Barcelona to hire former star Xavi as manager

BARCELONA (UPI) -- Spanish La Liga soccer team Barcelona plans to hire Xavi as its new manager, Al Sadd, the coach's current team, announced Friday. "The Al Sadd administration has agreed on Xavi's move to Barcelona after the payment of the release clause stipulated in the contract," Al Sadd said in a statement. "We've agreed on cooperation with Barcelona in the future. Xavi is an important part of Al Sadd's history and we wish him success. "Xavi informed us a […]

todayNovember 5, 2021 82

Pakistan

World

At least 15 dead in 5.7-magnitude earthquake in Pakistan

HARNAI, Pakistan (UPI) -- More than a dozen people have died in Pakistan after an earthquake struck the province of Balochistan on Wednesday. The U.S. Geological Survey said the quake registered a magnitude of 5.7 on the Richter Scale and its epicenter was located about 12 miles underneath the city of Harnai. Balochistan Home Minister Zialluh Lango confirmed that at least 15 people were killed and more than 50 others were injured in the quake. The death toll was likely […]

todayOctober 6, 2021 65

Boris Johnson

World

Boris Johnson proposes 1.25% tax hike to pay for health and social care reforms

LONDON (UPI) -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson proposed a plan Tuesday to hike taxes in order to pay for health and social care in the country. The plan would levy a 1.25% tax on earned income for all workers as well as shareholder dividends beginning in April, initially paid as an increase on the National Insurance rate before becoming a separate tax on earned income in 2023. The government estimated the tax will raise nearly $49.6 billion within the […]

todaySeptember 7, 2021 77

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