A Russian serviceman claims Ukrainian forces have largely stopped using artillery for counter-battery fire in the Krasny Liman direction, relying primarily on drones instead. "Things have calmed down," said the crew member of a Russian Giatsint-S self-propelled gun.
An Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) serviceman was killed in US strikes, according to Iran's Navy press service. The US Central Command had previously reported strikes against Iran in retaliation for alleged attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
Alpinstjärnan Sara Hector har bytt serviceman inför kommande säsonger. Efter sex framgångsrika år med Reinhard "Reini" Berbig, som hon beskriver som sina mest framgångsrika, tar nu italienaren Matteo Fattor över. Hector hoppas på ett snabbt samarbete trots den nya dynamiken.
During a library dedication, Donald Trump recounted a story about a policeman who allegedly thanked him for his 401k's 80% increase, which the officer claimed saved his marriage. Trump also donated Roosevelt's Medal of Honor and expressed a desire for one himself.
Russian servicemen recently freed from Ukrainian captivity have shared their plans and emotions upon returning home. They expressed a strong desire to reunite with family, find stable employment, and secure housing.
Scientists have discovered that some microbes found on and inside Ötzi the Iceman, a 5,300-year-old mummy, may still be alive. A new study analyzed the mummy's DNA, identifying fungal species adapted to cold environments that likely colonized his body before he died and froze. The research suggests these microbes could remain active for thousands of years, offering insights into ancient human microbiomes and posing challenges for preserving organic remains.
Russia's FSB detained a foreign national in the Moscow Region, accusing him of plotting a terrorist attack on a Defense Ministry official on behalf of Ukraine's SBU. The detainee claims he was recruited in an EU country.
Scientists studying Ötzi, the 5,300-year-old Copper Age mummy, discovered cold-loving yeast in his preserved remains. Despite challenges distinguishing ancient microbes from modern contaminants, one yeast genus was cultured and used to bake sourdough, showing its preserved fermenting ability.
Ötzi, the 5,300-year-old Copper Age mummy, hosts a mix of ancient and modern microbes, including cold-adapted yeasts and bacteria that have survived for millennia or been introduced recently.
A new study reveals that Ötzi the Iceman, Europe's oldest mummy, harbors a microbiome with surprising microbial diversity and continuity. Researchers found that some microbes may have survived in forms blurring the line between ancient residue and ongoing biological activity, potentially even tolerating conservation chemicals.
A study of the 5300-year-old 'Iceman Ötzi' found ancient and modern microbes, some potentially metabolically active. Researchers identified bacteria and fungi, including cold-adapted yeasts, suggesting some microbes may survive and even thrive under current preservation conditions, though no damage to the remains has been observed.
Chinese dissident Dong Guangping, a former policeman and critic of the CCP, was detained in South Korea for violating immigration laws after fleeing China in a small rubber boat. His asylum status and potential extradition to China are uncertain.
Russian snipers, operating in the Kursk Region, are reportedly successful in hunting long-range Ukrainian drones. The sniper team commander, known as Nemi, stated that their equipment and skills enable them to engage UAVs at high altitudes, working alongside mobile air defense units.
Mauro Prosperi, an Italian policeman and marathon runner, survived nine days lost in the Sahara Desert after a sandstorm during the 1994 Marathon Des Sables. He resorted to eating bats and snakes, and even attempted suicide before being found and recovering.
Okinawa Prefectural Police have sent a US serviceman in his 20s to prosecutors on suspicion of sexual assault causing injury, assault, and failing to report a traffic accident. The suspect allegedly assaulted an acquaintance and caused her injuries, then fled the scene of a minor collision.
Personnel of Russia's Battlegroup South are assembling FPV drones for various combat roles, including flushing out enemy strongholds, supplying troops, mine clearing, and air defense, according to the commander of the unmanned systems detachment.
Russian forces in the Donetsk People's Republic are modifying FPV drones for air defense missions, aiming to counter Ukrainian "Baba-Yaga" hexacopters. The upgrades focus on control, altitude, battery efficiency, and continuous air monitoring to protect ground units.
Streamer Adin Ross and music critic Anthony Fantano engaged in a public feud after Drake mentioned Ross in his song "Make Them Pay." Fantano criticized the lyric on stream, prompting a heated response from Ross.
The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Toronto Raptors 114-102 in Game 7 on Sunday and mocked Drake by creating their own ice structure similar to the rapper's 'Iceman' album rollout. Cleveland's ice block underwent a 'cross section scan' revealing a 'W' in the center with the conclusion 'Cavs in 7.' Drake, the Raptors' global ambassador since 2013, didn't attend any home playoff games this postseason. Jarrett Allen led Cleveland with 22 points and 19 rebounds, while Donovan Mitchell added 22 points. The Cavs advance to face the Detroit Pistons in the second round, with Drake's album releasing May 15.
John Tse Chun-chung, a former Hong Kong policeman turned public relations adviser, is set to become the new director of the Information Services Department. Tse, 49, who joined the police force in 1999 and became a well-known face during the 2019 social unrest leading daily press conferences, has served as the government's information coordinator since 2024. The appointment marks the first time the government has openly recruited for the director of information services position, with a monthly salary of HK$287,990 to HK$296,535.
John Tse Chun-chung, a former police officer and current government information coordinator, is set to be appointed as the director of Hong Kong's Information Services Department following an open recruitment process.
A former French serviceman has been detained in Madagascar and charged with criminal conspiracy and plotting to sabotage infrastructure including power lines and thermal plants. The alleged plot, scheduled for April 18, also involved a Malagasy army officer and young protesters. Madagascar has expelled a French diplomat, which France denies and calls unfounded.
According to the FSB officer, in March 2026, the Russian national was unreasonably charged with espionage under Article 338 of the Moldovan Criminal Code
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed Police Commissioner Gen Fannie Masemola on precautionary suspension after he was charged with violating the Public Finance Management Act. The charges relate to his alleged failure in oversight duties regarding a $21m health contract awarded in 2024, which was cancelled in May 2025 amid a criminal investigation. Masemola denies the charges and is the third South African police chief to face criminal investigation while in office.
