Who is Rochelle Lander? Cindy Birdsong's family alleges longtime caretaker kept them 'in the blind' about singer's worsening health
Cindy Birdsong gave Rochelle Lander power of attorney almost a decade ago and the two have lived together for six years
2023-06-30 18:55
Hollywood faces possible second strike as actors' talks near deadline
By Lisa Richwine LOS ANGELES Netflix Inc, Walt Disney Co and Hollywood's other major film and television studios
2023-06-30 18:51
Prosecutor says Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey is a 'sexual bully' who preys on other men
A London prosecutor says Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey is a “sexual bully” who assaults other men and doesn’t respect personal boundaries
2023-06-30 18:48
UK court told Kevin Spacey was a 'sexual bully'
Oscar-winning Hollywood actor Kevin Spacey was on Friday described as a "sexual bully", as prosecutors opened their case against him in London for a...
2023-06-30 18:47
Trump, DeSantis allies drive a 2024 election spending spree
By Jason Lange and Nathan Layne WASHINGTON Two groups allied with former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor
2023-06-30 18:24
What is a Storm Shadow cruise missile?
British defence minister Ben Wallace announced that the top-tier, air launched Storm Shadow cruise missiles lent to Ukraine were striking targets with precision as the country continued to fight off Russia’s full-scale invasion clocking nearly 500 days. “The Storm Shadow missile has had a significant impact on the battlefield,” Mr Wallace said in a statement to the House of Commons on Monday this week, marking the first public acknowledgement of the missile’s use in the continuing war. "Its accuracy and ability to deliver successfully the payload, as sent and designed by the Ukrainians, has been almost without fault,” the defence minister said. “It has had an effect on the Russian army, mainly around its logistics and command and control. That shows the importance of deep fires,” he said. Ukraine’s counter-offensive is evidently in its early stages with the country’s forces repulsing attacks using several western weapon systems to boost its defence operations to stand up against Russia. In its arsenal of striking targets alongside top-tier rocket launcher systems sent from the West, including the HIMARS, are the British Storm Shadow cruise missiles. Manufacturer MBDA has said that the missile, which is fired from an aircraft, carries a range exceeding 155 miles and is designed to evade detection despite flying low after being launched. By contrast, the US-supplied Himars missiles currently used by Ukraine only have a range of around 50 miles. The longer range means Ukrainian pilots will be able to remain further from the front lines. But is still short of the 185-mile range of the US built Army Tactical Missile System, which Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky’s staff had reportedly asked for. Powered by a turbo-jet engine, the 1,300kg Storm Shadow travels at speeds of more than 600mph, is just over five metres long and has a wingspan of three metres. After launch, the weapon, equipped with its own navigation system, descends to a low altitude to avoid detection before locking on to its target using an infra-red seeker. On final approach the missile climbs to a higher altitude to maximise the chances of hitting the target. On impact, it penetrates the target before a delayed fuse detonates the main warhead. Storm Shadow missiles have been used by British and French air forces in the Gulf, Iraq and Libya. In May this year, the UK confirmed it will supply Ukraine with the long-range Storm Shadow missiles it requested for its fight against invading Russian forces. Mr Wallace had touted that the weapons will give Ukraine the “best chance” of defending itself. Read More Ukraine has an array of new Western weapons. What advantages could they offer in a counteroffensive? Russia-Ukraine – live: Putin may take ‘formal control’ of Wagner in wake of attempted coup Tanks, missiles and keeping Russia guessing: The week Ukraine’s counteroffensive truly began What are Storm Shadow cruise missiles and what other weapons has the UK sent to Ukraine?
2023-06-30 18:22
Russia-Ukraine – live: Putin may take ‘formal control’ of Wagner in wake of attempted coup
Vladimir Putin may take “formal control” of Wagner forces in Ukraine – and beyond – following of the failed rebellion by the merecenary group, a leading think tank has said. There are indications that the Kremlin are making moves towards that aim. Mr Putin has already, finally, admitted the group is paid via state funds and Sergei Vershinin, the Russian deputy foreign minister, is said to have flown to Syria – one of the other areas Wagner is active – to tell President Bashar al Assad that Wagner will no longer operate as an independent organisation in the country, the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) said. It comes after Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin was told his mercenaries would no longer be fighting in Ukraine after he snubbed Russian defence ministry contracts for his fighters, according to a senior Moscow politician, Andrei Kartapolov. But the Pentagon has said Wagner is still active in Ukraine. “I would tell you is, right now, we continue to see some elements of the Wagner Group in Russian-occupied territory in Ukraine,” Pentagon press secretary Pat Ryder said. Read More Ukraine holds drills in Zaporizhzhia to prepare for radiation leaks from Russian-held nuclear plant Ukraine’s push to smash Russian defences on the battlefield: ‘Small advances have colossal meaning’ Pence makes a surprise trip to Ukraine and meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Mystery surrounds fate of Russia’s ‘General Armageddon’ in wake of Wagner mutiny
2023-06-30 17:55
Is Pete Davidson planning on settling down? 'SNL' star purchased family-friendly van before checking into rehab
Pete Davidson has already revealed how thrilled he will be to have children in the future
2023-06-30 17:25
Ukraine says its forces advance in all directions of counteroffensive
KYIV Ukrainian troops are advancing in all directions of their counteroffensive against occupying Russian forces, a senior defence
2023-06-30 17:15
Live with Kelly and Mark's future uncertain as ex-host Mark Consuelos discusses career beyond talk shows
Mark Consuelos has come forward to reveal his new career plans, but it seems that 'Live' is not one of them
2023-06-30 16:22
Kevin Costner limits estranged wife Christine Baumgartner's credit as she refuses to vacate $100M house
Christine has claimed that Costner unexpectedly canceled one of her credit cards and significantly reduced the credit limit on another
2023-06-30 15:28
Kevin Costner says he cannot afford Christine Baumgartner's child support demands as he is no longer 'under contract' for 'Yellowstone’
Kevin Costner has refused to pay $248,000 a month in child support to ex-wife Christine Baumgartner as he is no longer 'under contract' for 'Yellowstone'
2023-06-30 15:20
