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Ukrainian president appeals for more help
Saying the sanctions announced so far are not enough, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appeared to single out the U.S. when he appealed for more international assistance in his country's battle against Russian forces.
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Life in Kyiv as Russian attack continues
As the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its second day, people in Kyiv are facing the reality of living in a city under attack.
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CBC in Ukraine: Streets of Kyiv quieter than ever
As Russian troops close in on the Ukrainian capital, the normally busy streets of Kyiv are quiet. The few people you do see are trying to get out of the city or stocking up on supplies, says the CBC's Margaret Evans.
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Apartment building in Kyiv hit by Russian rocket
Firefighters in Ukraine extinguished smoke and fire after a Russian rocket damaged a nine-storey apartment building in suburban Kyiv.
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Syrian Rebels Enter Aleppo In Surprise Offensive
Jihadists and their Turkish-backed allies breached Syria's second city of Aleppo as they pressed a lightning offensive against forces of the Iranian and Russian-backed Assad government. The rebels wrested the key Syrian town of Saraqib from
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Russia-Ukraine War: Missiles Rapidly Twist War Games, Putin Claims Edge On Battleground | World DNA
Ukraine has claimed that Russia has used KN-23 missiles in the ongoing war, marking a significant escalation in the conflict. The KN-23, a type of Russian short-range ballistic missile, adds to the growing concerns over the weapons being...
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Moldova begins preparations for upcoming referendum on EU membership
On Sunday, Moldovans will vote on whether EU accession should become a constitutional goal. The country's presidential election will happen on the same day.
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Time-Lapse Of Progress Cargo Spacecraft Docking With Space Station
The Russian Progress MS-28 freighter docked with the International Space Station. It is carrying nearly three tons of food, scientific equipment and other supplies. Credit: Space.com | footage courtesy: NASA | edited by Steve Spaleta
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Only In Russia 5 - Oldies on Ice
Oldies on Ice:A skating troupe named "Inspiration" comprises Russian pensioners who believe ice skating is the key to feeling young, challenging stereotypes about age.
Weird History
The Dark Origins of Cinderella
In large part thanks to Disney's version of her story, Cinderella is a familiar fairy tale character. The girl is maltreated by her stepmother and stepsisters, and essentially ends up as their servant. When it comes time for a royal...
Epic History TV
Revolutionary Sentiment in Post-Napoleonic Russia
In 1815, after Napoleon’s defeat at the Battle of Waterloo, Europe’s victorious powers redrew national borders at the Congress of Vienna, with Russia emerging stronger than ever. However, many young Russian officers, inspired by reforms...
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The Decemberists' Revolt: a Coup During Succession Chaos
In 1825, Pavel Pestel and other Decemberist leaders planned to assassinate Emperor Alexander I and establish a republic, but their plans were disrupted when Alexander unexpectedly died. Amid the confusion of succession, with Grand Duke...
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Formation of the Northern and Southern Societies in Russia's Push for Reform
By 1821, the growing number of members in the Union of Prosperity led to concerns about infiltration and exposure, prompting the group to dissolve. The most committed members formed two new factions: the Northern Society, based in St....
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Secret Societies and the Push for Reform in Imperial Russia
In 1816, Russian military officers from the elite Guards regiments formed a secret society known as the Union of Salvation, with the goal of reforming the autocratic regime and ending serfdom. Led by prominent figures like Sergei...
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Russian Federation - Federal Subjects & Geography | Countries of the World
Learn about teh 85 federal subjects of Russia that make up the Russian Federation -- including the disputed federal subjects of Crimea & Sevastapol -- with this Countries of the World video by KLT.
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Mildred Cohn: Trailblazing Biochemist
Mildred Cohn shattered gender and religious barriers to revolutionize biochemistry, developing techniques with far-reaching applications in medicine and agriculture.
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Launch of Inmarsat's New 14 Satellite: A Giant Leap for Global Broadband
In this video transcript, we witness the successful launch of Inmarsat's New 14 satellite, one of the largest spacecraft ever built, from a modified oil rig in the Pacific Ocean. The multinational effort involving US, Russian, Ukrainian,...
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The Battle of Narva: King Charles XII and the Swedish Empire's Triumph
The video describes the Battle of Narva, the first major battle of the Great Northern War. It recounts the events leading up to the battle, the strategies and tactics employed by both the Swedish and Russian armies, and the eventual...
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The Battle of Klushino: The Polish Invasion of Russia
This video narrates the complex and tumultuous events surrounding the multiple impostors claiming to be Dmitri Ivanovitch, the son of Ivan the Terrible, and their attempts to seize the Russian throne during the Time of Troubles. It...
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The Mad Baron: The Eccentric Life and Legacy of Roman von Ungern-Sternberg
This video explores the life of Roman von Ungern-Sternberg, a Baltic German noble who led a brutal campaign against the communists during the Russian Civil War. Known as the "Mad Baron," he claimed descent from Genghis Khan and adopted a...
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Battle of Orsha: The Polish-Lithuanian Victory over the Muscovites
This video describes the historical Battle of Orsha in 1514 between the Polish Lithuanian army and the Muscovite forces, showcasing the strategic maneuvers, fierce combat, and ultimate victory of the Polish Lithuanian army. Despite...
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Highlights from Russia's Sixth International Air Show: US Fighter Jets Make History
This video showcases the Russian SU-27 jet fighter performing impressive aerial maneuvers at Russia's international air show. The presence of American aircraft at the show boosted its prestige, making it a significant event in the...
The Guardian
The Limits of Foreign Influence in European Politics
Steve Bannon has been playing an active role in the direction of European populist politics. Journalist Paul Lewis explains the legal limit of that influence. He meets with Bannon to ask his thoughts on the matter and to question whether...
Rock 'N Learn
Say Hello in 7 Languages
Learn an important greeting in Spanish, French, English, Italian, German, Mandarin Chinese, and Korean. For a fun brain break in the classroom and to promote multicultural education, this exciting song teaches preschoolers,...