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Press releases published on August 23, 2025
DPRK Rebukes U.S.-South Korea Military Exercise
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) has strongly denounced the ongoing Ulchi Freedom Shield military exercise, a joint operation between the United States and South Korea, calling it highly provocative. The DPRK accuses both nations …
Federal Reserve Chairman Hints at Possible Rate Cut
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell hinted at a potential rate cut, suggesting that the current "restrictive" policy stance may need adjustment. Speaking at the prestigious Jackson Hole symposium, Powell stated: "With policy in restrictive …
US hides effort to control Latin America with ‘drug war’
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Bolivian President Luis Arce accused the United States on Wednesday of using the so-called war on drugs as a pretext to assert political and economic control over Latin America. Speaking via video at the 13th Extraordinary Summit of the Bolivarian …
Putin states Russia doing everything possible to put end to Ukraine conflict
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin stated Friday that Russia is taking all possible measures to end the conflict in Ukraine, which he says began in 2014 when Kiev targeted civilians in the Donbass region. Speaking at a meeting with young scientists …
Study Links Dehydration to Heightened Stress Responses
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) A new study has uncovered a concerning link between dehydration and heightened stress responses, with significant health implications. According to media, the research, conducted by Liverpool John Moores University, reveals that people who fail to …
German prosecutors reports Ukrainian detained in Italy due to Nord Stream sabotage
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) German prosecutors announced Thursday that Italian authorities have detained a Ukrainian national suspected of involvement in the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipelines. The suspect, identified only as Sergey K, was arrested near Rimini …
Trump pledges ‘very important decision’ on Ukraine
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump announced Friday that he plans to make a major decision regarding the Ukraine conflict within the next two weeks, contingent on the positions of both Moscow and Kiev. Over the past week, Trump has pushed for a direct …
Elon Musk, X Agree to USD500M Settlement with Ex-Twitter Staff
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Billionaire Elon Musk and X, the social media platform previously known as Twitter, have agreed to a preliminary $500 million settlement with former employees over severance disputes. The tentative deal comes as part of a lawsuit that claimed up …
Russia’s biggest private bank gains top credit score
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia’s largest private bank, Alfa-Bank, has been upgraded to a AAA credit rating by Chinese agency Lianhe Global, the bank announced Friday. The rating reflects the highest level of creditworthiness, indicating minimal default risk and a strong …
Trump Reveals Major Tariff Probe on Imported Furniture
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) President Donald Trump revealed on Friday that a significant tariff investigation will soon target furniture imports into the United States, setting the stage for new trade policies that could impact billions in goods. In a post on Truth Social, …
Top general states Kiev to substitute soldiers with robots
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine plans to increasingly rely on robotic systems to address persistent manpower shortages on the battlefield, according to Commander-in-Chief Aleksandr Syrsky. His remarks come as reports indicate a severe personnel crisis within the …
US plan to establish naval drone fleet ‘not going well’
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Washington’s effort to develop a fleet of naval drones to counter China is facing major difficulties, plagued by software glitches, failed tests, and management upheaval, Reuters reported Wednesday, citing multiple sources. President Donald Trump …
Russian lawmakers suggest benefits for long marriages
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian lawmakers are considering introducing federal payments to couples who have been married for at least three decades, RIA Novosti reported. While similar programs already exist in some regions, the initiative would expand the policy …
TikTok Set to Eliminate Hundreds of UK Content Moderation Positions
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) TikTok is set to eliminate hundreds of content moderation positions in the UK, shifting the responsibilities to other offices across Europe as part of a broader push to enhance artificial intelligence (AI)-driven moderation, media reports. A …
Iconic Hollywood director participates in Moscow International Film Week
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Award-winning American filmmaker Woody Allen will take part in Moscow International Film Week, according to the festival’s official website. The event, which begins this Saturday, is set to host dozens of international participants. Despite …
Germany’s Merz experiences antagonism over Ukraine troop strategy
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is encountering pushback within his coalition over a plan that could see German soldiers deployed to Ukraine if a ceasefire is reached between Kiev and Moscow, Bild reported Thursday. According to the outlet, Merz’ …
US pulls to pieces center aimed at countering ‘Russian influence’
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States is dismantling an intelligence office set up to combat alleged foreign interference, particularly from Russia, in American elections. The decision aligns with President Donald Trump’s drive to cut what he calls unnecessary …
Sam Altman, Elon Musk Race to Embed Al into Human Bodies
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Leading voices in tech and academia are sounding the alarm as powerful tech executives accelerate efforts to embed artificial intelligence and biotechnology directly into the human body—raising profound ethical questions about the future of …
Medic group states Thousands will die in Sudan
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Thousands of people in Sudan’s war-torn North Darfur are at risk of dying due to severe shortages of vital medicines, the Sudan Doctors Network (SDN) warned Tuesday. The group said hospitals in the regional capital, El Fasher, are running …
Eventista Wins Gold Stevie® at International Business Awards 2025 for Driving Revenue Growth and Fan Engagement Excellence Across 30 Countries
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August 23, 2025
KALISPELL, Mont., Aug. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Eventista, a technology company delivering a complete ecosystem to maximize revenue for entertainment events and artists, has won the Gold Stevie® Award at the International Business Awards® (IBA) 2025. …