Russian nuclear head: situation at Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant reaching ‘point of no return’
MOSCOW, May 18 (Reuters) – The situation around the Russian-controlled Zaporozhye nuclear power plant in Ukraine has reached a “point of no return” as Ukrainian attacks in the region increase, the head of Russia’s state nuclear company Rosatom said on Monday. Russian managers at Europe’s largest nuclear power plant, which has six reactors, said Ukrainian…
Richard Hughes has the chance to fix his biggest Liverpool mistake
Richard Hughes has been a controversial figure since arriving on Merseyside. The sporting director faced plenty of criticism last season for allowing the contract saga of Virgil van Dijk, Mohamed Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold to drag on until late in the season. advertise Of course, two of the trio did sign extensions with the Reds,…
Judge bars Georgia judicial panel’s disclosure of Supreme Court candidates’ misconduct allegations
A federal judge in Georgia has barred the state Judiciary Commission from commenting publicly on violations of judicial conduct rules it said two Democratic-backed candidates for the state Supreme Court committed violations ahead of Tuesday’s election. U.S. District Judge Leslie Gardner issued a temporary restraining order on Monday, ruling that a special committee convened by…
Ayao Komatsu praises Ollie Bearman for having one trait in common with Max Verstappen
Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu has been impressed with Oli Behrmann’s ability to adapt to category and regulation changes, comparing him to Max Verstappen. The 2026 regulations have sparked criticism within the paddock. Verstappen has been particularly outspoken, even saying he might quit the sport because of them. advertise Haas made the transition brilliantly. Bellman…
Ayao Komatsu praises Ollie Bearman for having one trait in common with Max Verstappen
Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu has been impressed with Oli Behrmann’s ability to adapt to category and regulation changes, comparing him to Max Verstappen. The 2026 regulations have sparked criticism within the paddock. Verstappen has been particularly outspoken, even saying he might quit the sport because of them. advertise Haas made the transition brilliantly. Bellman…
Rupee hits all-time low on mounting external finance pressures, rising US yields
Nimesh Vohra MUMBAI, May 19 (Reuters) – The Indian rupee fell to a record low on Tuesday as external pressure intensified, as the protracted conflict with Iran fueled a continued surge in oil prices and pushed up U.S. Treasury yields. The rupee fell to 96.44 against the dollar, falling below the all-time low of 96.3875…
Conte expected to leave Napoli with Italy role in sight
Reports in Italy indicate that Conte is likely to leave Naples by mutual agreement and become Italy’s new coach. According to Gazzetta dello Sport and Corriere dello Sport, Napoli and Conte will part ways at the end of the season. advertise According to Pink Book, Conte and Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis have decided to…
Fetterman says he’s ‘pretty much locked and loaded’ in support of Iran war
Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., said in a recent interview that he had “almost full support” for a U.S. war against Iran. “Things like this are much more important than just what your constituents who voted for you might be asking for. Because I think things are bigger and more important than that. Iran having a…
What Smyer’s Ashtyn Burriss told herself before gold-winning final jump
1 / 29 2026 UIL State Track and Field Meet 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A, 5A & 6A Photos Lubbock High School’s Isaac Montoya uses a wheelchair during the UIL state track and field meet on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Mike A. Myers Stadium in Austin. 1 / 29 2026 UIL State Track and Field…
Malaysia seeks more than $250 million from Norway over axed defence deal
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Reuters) – Malaysia’s defense minister said on Tuesday he had sent a notice to Norway seeking more than 1 billion ringgit ($251.76 million) in compensation after Oslo abruptly canceled export approval for a naval strike missile system for Malaysian warships. Norway said it had revoked certain licenses to export specific defense…
