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Russian President Vladimir Putin has chosen his top aide and former chief bodyguard to oversee the defense of the attacked area of ​​Kursk, a Russian parliament member has said.”In fact, Alexei Gennadievich Dyumin was summoned yesterday and given the responsibility of supervising the counter-terrorism operation,” Ivanov told RTVI.Ivanov said Putin had instructed Dyumin to oversee the military operation in Kursk, with its main objective being to drive out Ukrainian forces who invaded Russia’s border region last week.The Kremlin has not officially announced Dyumin’s appointment.Bloomberg also reported that Dumin had been appointed to the role, citing two anonymous sources familiar with…

This week is Yahoo Fantasy and Pod Position Preview week. There is perhaps no position more crucial to success in fantasy than success at the running back position. Matt Harmon’s pinch-hitting host Scott Pianowski joins Dalton Dell Donn to break down the running back position from every angle in 2024. Pianowski and Dell Donn will attempt to identify the league-winning contenders, sleepers and faders at the running back position this season.(1:05) – RB Position Preview(2:30) – What’s the most important thing to consider when evaluating a fantasy running back?(5:10) – Robust RB, Hero RB, or Zero RB? What’s the best…

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience, please visit our site in a different browser.Rep. Pocan: Republicans are declining because their ideas don’t resonate with people04:52’Do the right thing for your voters’: Minnesota Secretary of State slams Elon Musk for election misinformation05:51Now PlayingDemocratic obstetrician-gynecologist claims Republican abortion bans are causing ‘maternal health crisis’08:26NextEx-McCain staffer: Republican party ‘worth saving’ from Trump08:27’Total obstruction’: Weissmann slams Trump’s false threat to sue Justice Department04:23Melissa Murray says all Americans want an independent judiciary04:44Andrew Weissmann explains Jack Smith’s request for a stay in President Trump’s January 6th case05:40Arizona Democrat says Harris campaign is giving…

Several Middle Georgia teams took to the field this week. See which teams stood out and which ones lagged behind. MACON, Ga. — Fall is fast approaching, which means high school sports are ready to take center stage. Check out the top action from this week below. Tattnall Softball vs Mount Vernon: Aug. 13 The Trojans fell behind early in Tuesday’s game, falling behind 2-0 at the start of the game. LSU commit Grady Appling sparked the comeback with a stand-up double, and with Tatnall loading the bases, pitcher Carey Still hit the first of his two home runs…

Election officials confirmed Tuesday that they had seen enough signatures to put legalizing sports betting on the November ballot. ST. LOUIS — In November, Missouri voters can decide whether to legalize sports betting. Supporters say it would give local school districts a big boost. Opponents worry that legalizing gambling could lead to addiction.Sports bettors who live in Missouri say they often cross the river to legally wager in Illinois, and now professional sports teams are seeking to join Missouri. After years of discussions with lawmakers that have led to no action, in just a few months the decision will be…

TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida surprisingly announced Wednesday that he would not run in party leadership elections scheduled for September, paving the way for a new prime minister for Japan.Kishida was elected president of the LDP in 2021, with his three-year term ending in September.His withdrawal from the election means that the new leader who wins the party vote will succeed him as prime minister, as the LDP holds majorities in both houses of parliament.Kishida has been hit hard by a corruption scandal within his party, causing his approval rating to plummet to below 20 percent.To show the…

To return to the full series page, click here. Shopping centers in central Alabama are thriving despite the rise of online shopping, with The Summit in Birmingham and Midtown Village in Tuscaloosa leading the way. “The Summit is great,” said shopper Tracy Mayfield. While the popularity of online shopping presents challenges for brick-and-mortar stores, many people in central Alabama still prefer to shop at The Summit. “It feels like a vibrant place,” said shopper Abi Branson, who has been visiting The Summit since she lived in Dothan. “I drive a couple hours to get to The Summit,” she added. Jeffrey…

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu introduced new conditions in May that complicate negotiations aimed at releasing hostages and halting fighting in the Gaza Strip, U.S. and foreign officials said.The New York Times first reported Netanyahu’s additional conditions, citing internal Israeli government documents outlining Israel’s negotiating position.Indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas, mediated by the United States, Qatar and Egypt, have focused on a ceasefire proposal that would temporarily halt the conflict and secure the release of hostages held by Hamas and Palestinians held in Israeli custody. But Netanyahu added new conditions, saying Israeli forces would continue to control Gaza’s southern…

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