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Alejandro Toledo, the former president of Peru, was sentenced to more than 20 years in prison for bribery from Odebrecht. He was found guilty of receiving $35 million for a contract to build a highway between Peru and Brazil.
UNN presents a selection of 7 films about love for fall viewing. From tender romantic stories to difficult life trials, everyone will find something for themselves in this selection.
A federal court in California has rejected Meta's offer to dismiss two lawsuits filed by more than 30 states alleging the company's misconduct. Meta is now obliged to respond to these allegations in court.
Donald Trump has announced the possibility of using the military on Election Day against “radical left-wing lunatics. ” The former president downplayed threats from his supporters, blaming his opponents.
Law enforcement officers detained a 49-year-old man with a loaded weapon near the venue of Donald Trump's rally. The suspect was released on bail, and the incident did not affect the security of the former president.
Tesla has unveiled a prototype of the Robovan autonomous electric vehicle for transportation of up to 20 people. Production will start in 2026, with a price of less than $30,000.
The California Coastal Commission has denied SpaceX a permit to launch 50 rockets a year because of Elon Musk's political statements. Commissioners expressed concern about Musk's influence on elections and SpaceX's classification as a military contractor.
A federal judge has blocked California's new AI law, which could have forced the removal of Kamala Harris' dipstick. The author of the dipstick filed a lawsuit claiming that it was satire protected by the First Amendment.
Oleg Kiper discussed the situation in Odesa region with Michael McFaul.
The Biden administration is working on a plan to extend arms authorization to Ukraine by $5. 9 billion by the end of the month. This will allow the supply of weapons to Kyiv to continue without congressional action.
The governor of California signed a law restricting smartphones in schools until 2026. The goal is to reduce the risk of mental illness and improve student learning.
Meta is introducing new privacy and parental control settings for Instagram accounts of users under the age of 18. The changes include automatic private accounts, interaction restrictions, and time limits.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. attempted to negotiate a position in Kamala Harris' administration in exchange for supporting her campaign. This occurred after a similar meeting between Kennedy and Donald Trump.
Gina Rowlands, star of "The Notebook" and "Another Woman", died at the age of 94. The Oscar-nominated actress suffered from Alzheimer's disease and retired from her career in 2015.
Two polar bears killed a worker at a remote Arctic radar station in Canada. The incident occurred on Brevard Island, with one bear killed by other workers. An investigation into the rare fatal attack has been launched.
In Los Angeles, an aftershock of 4. 4 magnitude was recorded at a depth of 12 km. Residents felt the vibrations, but there were no reports of damage or injuries.
SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket with two ASBM satellites to expand broadband coverage in the Arctic. This was the 22nd launch of this launch vehicle, which equaled the company's record for rocket reuse.
Actor Tom Cruise, 62, jumps from the roof of the Stade de France stadium at the closing ceremony of the Olympics in Paris.
Numerous wildfires are raging in Northern California, threatening thousands of homes. The governor has declared a state of emergency in three counties, and more than 3,500 people have been evacuated.
Republicans are criticizing Kamala Harris for her political views and past. Trump called her a 'radical, left-wing lunatic' and accused her of covering up Biden's 'mental decline'.
US Vice President Kamala Harris held her first campaign rally in Milwaukee. She criticized Donald Trump, promised to restore the unity of the Democratic Party and protect women's rights.
US Vice President Kamala Harris received the required number of votes among Democratic Party delegates to be nominated as a presidential candidate. This paves the way for her to compete with Republican Donald Trump in the upcoming elections.
Kamala Harris's supporters are reaching out to Democratic donors for financial support if Joe Biden drops out of the 2024 presidential race. Some donors are already ready to make six-figure donations to Harris' potential campaign.
Reuters reports on a drop in financial contributions to Joe Biden's campaign fund. The president's headquarters denies this information, claiming that fundraising is going on as planned.
Elon Musk plans to move the SpaceX headquarters and the X social network from California to Texas because of a new California law that prohibits schools from notifying parents of students' gender identity changes.
SpaceX will launch 20 Starlink satellites on a Falcon 9 rocket. This includes 13 satellites with Direct to Cell technology.
House Democrats are calling on the Pentagon to expand training for more Ukrainian pilots on F-16 fighter jets to maximize their strategic advantage in the ongoing conflict with Russia.
At least 15 people were shot and wounded during Juneteenth celebrations in Oakland, California, and one victim is in critical condition.
Today, June 21, animal rights activists and wildlife lovers in many countries of the world join the World Giraffe Day. According to scientists, since the beginning of the XXI century, due to the expansion of agricultural land, armed conflicts and poaching, the giraffe population has decreased by 40%.
Psychologist Oksana Gomel advises parents to find a balance for their children in terms of time spent on smartphones. The expert explains that consistency and setting limits with explanations can help to cope with children's addiction to smartphones.