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At least nine dead as Ukraine and Russia hit by powerful snow storms
At least nine dead as Ukraine and Russia hit by powerful snow storms
At least nine people have died due to extreme weather conditions as a winter storm lashed parts of Russia and Ukraine, knocking out power from hundreds and thousands of households. The severe cold struck war-torn Ukraine at a time when thousands of both Russian and Ukrainian troops were engaged in intense fighting in the eastern towns near the Black Sea almost 22 months into Vladimir Putin's invasion. Kyiv fears Moscow could attack its power grids with air strikes this winter. The "storm of the century" killed at least four people in Russia and occupied Crimea after it struck the southern part of the country over the weekend. Dagestan, Krasnodar and Rostov, as well as the occupied Ukrainian territories of Donetsk, Lugansk, Kherson, Zaporizhzhia and Crimea have been struggling with the violent weather conditions, the authorities said. At least 1.9 million people were affected by power cuts in Russia, according to energy minister Nikolay Shulginov. In Ukraine, at least five people were killed and almost 1,500 towns and villages were left without power after storms dumped up to 10 inches of snow in some places. "Unfortunately, as of now, there are some deaths. The highest number is in the Odesa region - five people," Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky said in his nightly video address. Schools were ordered to shut, while traffic was halted on 10 highways. Southern Odesa, the Mykolaiv regions, and central Kyiv were the worst affected places, with initial power cuts reported in 40,000 homes in the capital region. Ukraine is likely to be hit with more snow and rain on Tuesday, according to forecasters. Nearly 2,500 people were rescued following a snowstorm in Odesa, local governor Oleh Kiper said. About 849 vehicles have been towed out, including 24 buses and 17 ambulances, he announced on Telegram, adding that all those trapped by the snow since the start of the snowstorm had now been rescued. On Monday evening, the boiler facility in Odesa, where a 100-metre pipe broke and fell on Sunday, resumed operations. Huge waves crashed over beachside areas of the Black Sea coast, killing one person. One man, who "went out to look at the waves" died in the Russian-annexed Crimean peninsula, said Oleg Kryuchkov, an adviser to the region's Russian-installed governor. Vladimir Konstantinov, a Crimean lawmaker, said the peninsula had experienced an "armageddon"-like scenario. "Old-timers can't remember this kind of wind and waves," he added. In the resort cities of Sochi and Anapa, one person died and several people were injured when hundreds of trees were blown down. In neighbouring Moldova, four people were reported dead during the cold snap that hit the region over the weekend. Two dead bodies were recovered from inside a car buried in a snowdrift in the southeastern area of Coscalia and another outside the capital. Ukraine's border service said that two border crossings in the Odesa region to Moldova reopened after a temporary suspension on Sunday, but traffic conditions remained difficult. Read More Russian court extends detention of Wall Street Journal reporter Gershkovich until end of January Germany is having a budget crisis. With the economy struggling, it's not the best time Russia-Ukraine war live: Putin resorts to ‘energy terrorism’ as snow hits Odesa Chechen warlord Kadyrov offers Putin 3,000 more fighters amid heavy Russian losses Russian forces encircle Avdiivka and ‘ready to storm city’ ICC prosecutors halt 13-year Kenya investigation that failed to produce any convictions
2023-11-28 18:18
Special session: Modi introduces women's bill in new India parliament
Special session: Modi introduces women's bill in new India parliament
Prime minister Modi praises bill as "special moment" for his country, ahead of general elections.
2023-09-19 22:27
Does Gabby Windey have a new beau? Former 'Bachelorette' lead sparks romance rumors as fans spot mystery man in vacation photos
Does Gabby Windey have a new beau? Former 'Bachelorette' lead sparks romance rumors as fans spot mystery man in vacation photos
As 'The Bachelorette' viewers notice a mysterious man in recent holiday photos, Gabby Windey raises relationship rumors
2023-07-24 12:53
Judge declines to block Microsoft's record $69 billion deal to buy Activision Blizzard
Judge declines to block Microsoft's record $69 billion deal to buy Activision Blizzard
A federal judge has handed Microsoft a major victory by declining to block its looming $69 billion takeover of video game company Activision Blizzard
2023-07-11 23:22
World Bank halts new lending to Uganda over anti-LGBTQ law
World Bank halts new lending to Uganda over anti-LGBTQ law
By Andrea Shalal and Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The World Bank said on Tuesday it would halt new lending to
2023-08-09 15:26
Irish police chief in Dubai to discuss criminal gangs
Irish police chief in Dubai to discuss criminal gangs
Gardaí say Commissioner Drew Harris is to attend a series of meetings as part of an ongoing operation.
2023-09-06 01:59
What is Gianotti-Crosti syndrome? Mandy Moore shares her toddler son has a 'crazy rash' due to rare skin condition
What is Gianotti-Crosti syndrome? Mandy Moore shares her toddler son has a 'crazy rash' due to rare skin condition
Mandy Moore revealed in her Instagram Story that her son August has been dealing with a 'crazy rash'
2023-07-29 14:48
Extreme heat straining health systems: WHO
Extreme heat straining health systems: WHO
The extreme heat in the northern hemisphere is putting an increasing strain on healthcare systems, hitting those least able to cope the hardest, the...
2023-07-19 23:26
Ommatt Cruz: GoFundMe raises $19K for 19-year-old fatally struck by construction equipment operated by his father
Ommatt Cruz: GoFundMe raises $19K for 19-year-old fatally struck by construction equipment operated by his father
The GoFundMe described Cruz as 'a loving son to his parents' and 'a dedicated brother to his 14-year-old brother and nine-year-old sister'
2023-11-21 06:50
Biden welcoming Australian leader to White House for state dinner in October
Biden welcoming Australian leader to White House for state dinner in October
President Joe Biden will welcome Australia's prime minister to the White House in October for the visit and state dinner that the U.S. promised when Biden had to scrap a stop in Australia earlier this year to focus on debt limit talks in Washington
2023-08-10 11:55
Ukraine says Russian missiles hit another apartment building and likely trapped people under rubble
Ukraine says Russian missiles hit another apartment building and likely trapped people under rubble
Ukraine's interior minister says Russian missiles have slammed into a central Ukrainian city and killed at least one person and likely trapped others beneath rubble
2023-07-31 16:48
US allows Israeli citizens to travel to US visa-free as Israel joins a select group of countries
US allows Israeli citizens to travel to US visa-free as Israel joins a select group of countries
The Biden administration has admitted Israel into a select group of countries whose citizens are allowed to travel to the United States without getting a visa in advance
2023-09-27 23:26