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European Union lifts sanctions on some Russian businessmen

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:33:55 GMT

The restrictions against them turned out to be unfounded, like earlier sanctions against SyriansLast week, the European Union decided to remove three Russian businessmen from the EU sanctions list: the former CEO of the online marketplace Ozon, Alexander Shulgin, the former co-owner of gas producer Nortgas, Farkhad Akhmedov, and the founder of ESN Group, Grigory Berezkin.Restrictions against them were introduced in April 2022 under the same justification, namely that they are “leading businesspersons” from economic sectors “providing a substantial source of revenue to… the Government of the Russian Federation.”Shulgin, who stepped down as Ozon CEO a few days after being targeted by personal sanctions, managed to successfully appeal the restrictions this month. The European Court of Justice ruled that the EU Council did not provide sufficient evidence that Shulgin can still be considered an influential businessman after having left Ozon.Lawyers for Akhmedov and Berezkin told the Russ...

Turkish diplomats attacked on USC campus

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:33:55 GMT

A demonstration at the University of Southern California turned to chaos Friday when violence erupted between Armenia protesters and Turkish diplomats.  The violence broke out following a conference on Turkish foreign policy at the Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. Armenian students and community members were protesting the timing of the conference when things grew heated.  Video captured a handful of protestors chasing after the diplomats, including the Turkish Ambassador, yelling and throwing bottles at them. When one of the diplomats was backed up against the wall, fists started flying. “It’s incredibly shameful that USC Annenberg chooses to host an event like this in this time of mourning,” Sonia Meroian, a board member on the Armenian Student Association, told KTLA. “I know USC ASA only had condoned peaceful demonstrations and the peaceful actions of the students. With regard to anybody who was not a student, we don’t represent them, and we won’t...

Authorities investigating fatal RV fire in Sun Valley

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:33:55 GMT

A motorhome in Sun Valley erupted in flames Monday night, leaving one person dead and another in need of medical attention.The fire was reported around 9 p.m. in the 11800 block of West Strathern Street. Emergency crews responded to a fatal RV fire in Sun Valley on Oct. 2, 2023. (RMG News)Los Angeles police officers patrolling the area responded to the scene along with Los Angeles County firefighters. Crews doused the flames and found a body inside the motorhome, according to stringer news service OnScene.TV. Woman killed by hit-and-run driver while walking her dogs A second fire victim was transported to a hospital in unknown condition, video showed. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

L.A. city councilman accused of violating ethics laws

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:33:55 GMT

Los Angeles City Councilmember John Lee has been accused of violating government ethics laws as part of an investigation by the Los Angeles City Ethics Commission.Lee, who represents the 12th District, which encompasses the northwest half of the San Fernando Valley, is alleged to have accepted gifts in excess of the government set gift limit, allegedly failing to report gifts, misusing his position, and aiding and abetting another person's misuse of a city position.The other person in this instance is Mitchell Englander, a former Los Angeles City Councilmember who was sentenced to prison on federal corruption charges.The investigation revolves around multiple trips to Las Vegas when Lee was serving as Englander's chief of staff. During one of those trips in 2017, Lee allegedly accepted multiple gifts from a businessperson and a developer, most of which exceeded the allowable limit, the Ethics Commission states. That Vegas trip was a lynchpin in the case against Englander, which led ...

Phones, TVs, radios to send nationwide alert tomorrow, here's why

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:33:55 GMT

On Wednesday, Oct. 4, at approximately 12:20 p.m., two odd-sounding national alerts will go off on all TVs, radios and phones.Just remember: this is only a test. The messages are part of a nationwide test conducted by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Federal Communications Commission.The point of these alerts is to test out the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency System.The alert will only last a minute on the radio, television broadcasts, cable systems, satellite radio, television providers and wireline video providers. The message will read:“This is a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System, issued by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, covering the United States from 14:20 to 14:50 hours ET. This is only a test. No action is required by the public." Demonstration on USC campus turns violent In an actual emergency, this system provides the president with the capability to address Americans within 10 minutes.Meanwhile, the Wireless Emergency Sy...

6LACK Releases Homicide

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:33:55 GMT

6LACK Releases Homicide: Groundbreaking 6LACK has released two new singles simultaneously: “Homicide” (featuring Jessie Reyes) and “Mean It.” Both are great, though we’re making “Homicide” our Track of the Week.“‘Homicide’ sees both 6LACK and singer / songwriter Jessie Reyez coming together after many years of friendship and deep admiration for one another,” reads the press release. “Here, the two artists breathe life into the complexities of intense love, infatuation, and the synergy of the two, painting a portrait of a fatal tango between two lovers. The strong, years-long bond between the two artists is almost palpable through the track, as it tastefully bridges their equally-compelling vocals together.”The song seems to have 6LACK explaining that he can’t be out there cheating on his significant other, because she will get even.“She put some sugar in my tank, come up to my job, probably key...

Does CBD Help With Anxiety?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:33:55 GMT

Read the original article about CBD for Anxiety here.These days, it seems as if CBD has become a catch-all cure for almost every disorder. Have back pain? Try CBD. Have skin inflammation? CBD. Having a hard time sleeping? Take two CBD and call me in the morning.Of course, the truth is far more nuanced. Regulations from the United States Food & Drug Administration essentially prohibit any CBD vendor from making definitive medical claims about CBD, and that’s with good reason, as more evidence is needed before making most CBD-related claims. However, that is not to say that there isn’t some evidence out there that demonstrates CBD’s efficacy in addressing numerous physical and emotional problems.One such example is anxiety, and a variety of scientific studies have demonstrated that CBD may help people with anxiety-related problems.How might CBD help with anxiety?The positive impact that CBD may have on your body is tied to the way CBD alters the functioning of yo...

Man impersonates police officer in Campbell

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:33:55 GMT

Sept. 25Noon in the 500 block of Nido Drive: Someone entered an apartment window and took jewelry and cash.1:30 p.m. in the 1700 block of South Bascom Avenue: Two suspects took fragrances from a store and got into a white Honda Accord.7:06 p.m. in the 1300 block of Capri Drive: A man, 31, was reportedly passed out inside his car. He was contacted and found to be under the influence of a narcotic. Drug paraphernalia and heroin were located during a search incident to his arrest. He also had an outstanding warrant.12:25 a.m. in the 1200 block of Camden Avenue: During a dispute, a man, 34, who is restrained from the victim, choked and hit her. He took her phone to prevent her from calling 911 and fled. The victim sustained two minor cuts. The man was later located at a nearby business and denied the allegations.Sept. 267:30 a.m. in the 900 block of Camden Avenue: A chop saw was stolen from the back of a truck.Overnight in the 1600 block of Winchester Boulevard: Someone slashed the tire...

A ‘ring of fire’ solar eclipse is coming soon. Here’s what you should know

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:33:55 GMT

By Ashley Strickland | CNNAn annular solar eclipse will make its appearance in the skies over North, Central and South America on October 14, creating a singular spectacle for those in its path — and a rare opportunity for scientists.The dazzling celestial event will allow millions of people to witness “the awe and the wonder of seeing a beautiful ring of fire eclipse,” said Peg Luce, acting director of the Heliophysics Division at NASA headquarters.The “ring of fire” nickname comes from the appearance of annular solar eclipses, which are like total solar eclipses, except the moon is at the farthest point in its orbit from Earth, so they can’t completely block the sun. Instead, the sun’s fiery light surrounds the moon’s shadow, creating the so-called ring of fire.The annular solar eclipse will begin in the United States at 9:13 a.m. PT (12:13 p.m. ET) and pass from the Oregon coast to Texas’ Gulf Coast, appearing in Oregon, Nevada, Utah, New Mexico and Texas. The lunar shadow will a...

Powerball jackpot climbs to an estimated $1.2 billion for Wednesday’s drawing

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:33:55 GMT

By Nouran Salahieh | CNNThe Powerball jackpot climbed to an estimated $1.2 billion after no ticket matched all numbers to nab the grand prize during Monday night’s drawing.The mammoth prize up for grabs Wednesday is the third largest in Powerball history. If won, the lucky player will have the option to claim a $551.7 million cash prize, before tax, according to Powerball’s website.The jackpot rolled for a 32nd time Monday with no winners for the $1.04 billion jackpot. Monday’s winning numbers were: 12, 26, 27, 43, 47 and Powerball 5.There have been no grand prize winners since July 19, when a single ticket sold in California nabbed a jackpot worth $1.08 billion.While there was no jackpot winner Monday, there were still some who scored big. Two tickets sold in New York and South Carolina won $2 million prizes and two tickets in Delaware and Michigan nabbed $1 million prizes, according to Powerball’s website.Related ArticlesCalifornia News | San Jose Powerball player so cl...