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Jennifer Garner Cherished Her Friendship With Judy Greer Through Her Instagram Post

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Jennifer Garner was quick to respond to the friendly call of Judy Greer when the latter said that working with Garner was crazy and fun. Greer recalled her association with Garner during the making of the 2004 movie 13 Going on 30

A Quick Recall Of 13 Going On 30

It is a romantic comedy revolving around the life of a 13-year-old girl Jenna Rink (Jennifer Garner) who one day wakes up in the body of her 30-year-old future self. Judy Greer played a longtime frenemy of Jenna Rink in the movie. And they developed good chemistry during the making of the movie.

Jennifer Garner Replied To Judy Greer With An Instagram Post

Jennifer Garner Replied To Judy Greer With An Instagram Post

Today’s Instagram story on Garner’s Insta profile shares a sunny picture of Garner and Greer. Also, the picture carries an interesting caption where Garner has shared her feelings. She wrote that she was grateful for walking with a girlfriend, always.

Judy Greer Revealed Her True Feelings About Garner

Jennifer Garner Cherished Her Friendship

Judy Greer, 46, said that meeting Jennifer Garner was a treat. She further said that there was enough to talk about Garner. She also said that Garner was the greatest of all time. Garner was like a great leader that never complained. Garner was professional and never late to work. Greer said that it was crazy fun to work with Garner. Greer said that Garner was very talented. Judy Greer said that Garner was on No. 1on her call sheet.

Was Judy Greer Mean To Jennifer Garner?

Judy Greer said that it was very difficult to be mean to Garner in character. But admitted that she was mean to her in some scenes. Greer … Read the rest

International News & Politics

The US Fears Use Bioweapons In Ukraine

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The US warned that Russia could use bioweapons against Ukraine in the ongoing war while rejecting the assumptions that the US was supporting a bioweapons program in Ukraine.

Russia has alleged that Ukraine was working on a bioweapons program with the support of the US. But America has rejected the allegation saying that Moscow could use the bioweapons themselves.

Highlights:

• The US denied that it was supporting any bioweapons program in Ukraine
• America called the allegation a conspiracy theory for using bioweapons by Russia
• White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said the disinformation by Russia was a sign that Russians could use the biological weapons
• Psaki hinted that Russia had a track record of accusing the west

Did Russia Find Bioweapons In Ukraine?

US Fears Use Bioweapons In Ukraine

Russian foreign ministry claimed to find evidence of the presence of biological weapons in Ukraine in its 6th March tweet. It said that Russian forces caught Ukrainians erasing traces of a military-biological program allegedly funded by the US.

The US Rejected The Allegation

State Department spokesman Ned Price issued a statement soon after the allegation was made against the US. Ned Price said that the Kremlin was intentionally spreading outright lies that the US and Ukraine were conducting any such activities in Ukraine. The Russians were looking for excuses to justify their horrific actions in Ukraine maintained Ned Price.

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki called the claim preposterous. He also said that they had also seen Chinese officials echoing those conspiracy theories. Since Russia had made such claims, it could possibly use bioweapons in the war or create a false flag operation to use those weapons, maintained … Read the rest

International News & Politics

Russia-Ukraine War: 10 Big Developments Of The Day

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With Russian troops now targeting major Ukrainian cities, the numbers of residents fleeing neighboring countries have increased. The world is seeing an unprecedented refugee crisis as the number of refugees has already crossed 1.5 million.

10 Developments Of the Russia-Ukraine war:

• Residents of the besieged city of Mariupol are trapped without water and electricity as all attempts to evacuate the civilians have failed due to repeated ceasefire violations by Russian forces.

• Vinnytsia airport in central Ukraine was destroyed by Russian missiles said President Volodymyr Zelensky.

• Mortar fire killed three civilians trying to flee Irpin reported BBC.

• Pope Francis rejected the “military operation” term used by Russia for justifying its actions saying that rivers of blood and tears were flowing in Ukraine. Pope also said that the war was leading only to death, destruction, and misery.

• Top global firms including the streaming giant Netflix, accounting firms KPMG, PWC, and financial service company American Express cut ties with Russia amid the ongoing Ukraine war.

Russia-Ukraine war

• Russia asks its merchants to limit sales of essential items to counter black marketing of necessary items. There is fear that western sanctions could trigger hoarding of essential goods for black marketing.

• Approximately 4,600 people were detained for protesting against Russian President Vladimir Putin for starting the Ukraine war according to an independent protest monitoring group.

• Russian President Vladimir Putin is determined to achieve his goals in Ukraine by peaceful negotiations or through war.

• The third round of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine is expected to start on Monday.

• On Monday, Ukraine will approach the United Nation’s top court to urge the court … Read the rest

International News & Politics

Ukraine Asks For Help As Russia Shells Government And Residential Targets

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As Russia mounted its attack on Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky asks the US to help. Zelensky said that it was important to stop the aggressor at the earliest.

10 Latest Developments Of Russia-Ukraine War:

Russia-Ukraine War
  1. Following Canada and other European countries, the US also closes its airspace for Russian airplanes.
  2. The World Bank announced a $3 billion aid package including $350 million in immediate funds for Ukraine.
  3. Russian defense minister urged Ukrainian residents to flee as their forces have started targeting administrative units and residential areas of major Ukrainian cities.
  4. A total of 18 people including a 21-year-old Indian student, Naveen Shekharappa, are killed in Russian shelling on Kharkiv, the second major city of Ukraine. Indian PM Modi offered his condolences to the deceased student.
  5. India will operate 26 flights from the neighboring countries of Romania, Hungary, Poland, and the Slovak Republic to bring back the stranded Indian students in Ukraine.
  6. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called US President Biden for help and asked the European Union to prove that it was accepting Ukraine as its member. Ukraine has just joined the European Union.
  7. The European Union removed certain Russian banks from the SWIFT bank messaging system. It also banned Russian media RT and Sputnik from broadcasting their programs in the European Union bloc.
  8. The UN International Court of Justice will hear Ukraine’s allegation of “genocide” by Russia on March 7 and 8. It will be a public hearing.
  9. The UN refugee agency said that the war had displaced over 677,000 people and more people were expected to flee the country.
  10. Russian players are barred from international tournaments including World Athletics, Davis Cup, and Billie Jean King Cup. Also, the Cannes Film Festival won’t invite the Russian
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International News & Politics

The US Administration Expressed Its Displeasure Over India’s Stand On The Ukrainian Crisis

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Biden administration has been trying to reach India at various levels – White House, the State Department, and the National Security Council – to seek full support of India on the Ukraine crisis.

During a White House news conference on the Ukraine crisis, President Joe Biden said that they were going to have consultations with India. They hadn’t resolved that fully. But the US officials have expressed their displeasure at India’s stand.

Indo-Russia Relations V/S Indo-US Strategic Partnership

Indo-Russia Relations V/S Indo-US Strategic Partnership

India has a historic relationship with Russia dating back to the Soviet era. At the same time, it has improved its strategic partnership with the US in the last decade and a half. Individually India has maintained its strategic independence under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

PM Modi Called President Putin

PM Modi appealed to Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the violence to return to the path of dialogue through diplomatic negotiations. PM Modi also reiterated India’s belief that differences could be resolved only through dialogue.

Russian President Putin Answers The World

Russian President Putin Answers The World

Putin announced that Moscow had no plans to occupy Ukrainian territories and that he was acting at the behest of the head of the Donbas republic who had appealed to Putin to save the people of Donbas republic from the abuse and genocide by Ukraine for eight years. He further said that the Russian military was only targeting the Ukrainian military infrastructure using precision weapons.

In the televised interview, Putin also warned the world of the consequences never seen before, if anyone tried to interfere with the Russian military operation.

Reaction Of The US To Russian Threat

The US has cut Russia from Western financial … Read the rest

International News & Politics

Putin Said He Had Made The Decision Of A Military Operation

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Russian President Vladimir Putin started a military operation in Ukraine but his foreign minister said that a full-scale invasion was underway. Russia has already deployed between 150,000 to 200,000 troops along the Ukraine borders and they have started bombing targets in Ukraine.

Putin’s Message For Ukrainian Soldiers

Lay your arms roared the Russian President in his first address to the Ukraine army. Putin also assured the soldiers that they could leave the battlefield without hindrance.

Putin Justifies The Action

The Russian President claimed that he was approached by rebel leaders for military help. Also, he couldn’t see genocide in Ukraine. Earlier Putin’s spokesman Dmitry Peskov updated the world through media that the separatist leaders of Donetsk and Lugansk asked Moscow to help them repel Ukraine’s aggression in separate letters. The Russian state media published the letters dated 22 February.

Putin Ignored Ukraine’s Appeal

Putin Ignored Ukraine's Appeal

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky asked Moscow to avoid a major war in Europe in an emotional appeal on late Wednesday night. He said that Russian people were being lied to about Ukraine. He further maintained that he tried to call Putin but his calls went unanswered.

But Ukraine Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba called it the worst-case scenario and that Ukraine would defend itself and win the war of aggression. He also said that the world leaders could stop Putin.

Putin Sets Conditions

Russian President made it clear that Ukraine must drop its ambitions to join NATO if the west wanted to de-escalate the tension. Moscow wants Ukraine to remain neutral between NATO and Russia.

Ukraine Defending Itself

US and UK have announced multiple sanctions on Russia to deter it from military action. … Read the rest

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Why Did Angelina Jolie Sell Her Stake In The French Vineyard She Bought With Brad Pitt?

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Brad Pitt accused his ex-wife Angelina Jolie of selling her share of the French Vineyard where they tied the knot in 2008. Once the highest-profile couple of Hollywood, Brad Pitt and Jolie separated in 2016 but remained locked in court battles including custody of their six children.

Where Is The French Vineyard?

It is Chateau Miraval in southern France where they bought a controlling stake soon after their marriage. Also, they agreed not to sell their shares without others’ consent. The agreement is still in force despite their divorce. The fresh issue erupted after Jolie sold her stake according to the lawsuit.

Did Jolie Sell Her Stake?

The legal document alleges that Jolie sold her interest to a Luxembourg-based spirits manufacturer controlled by Russian oligarch Yuri Shefler last October. Pitt filed a lawsuit after getting details of the deal. He said that was a breach of the terms of the agreement.

Angelina Jolie Sell Her Stake

What Are Pitt’s Allegations?

In 2008, the vineyard was in a poor state and the couple decided to develop the property into a profitable wine business. They paid approximately 25 million Euros ($25 million) for the property. Pitt contributed 60% and Jolie gave 40% amount.

Pitt transformed the vineyard into a small profitable wine business with the help of one of France’s top winemakers, Marc Perrin. And the profit started growing from $3 million in 2013 to $50 million in 2020. But Jolie had no role in those efforts.

What Is Jolie’s Argument?

According to a source, Jolie was seeking a return on her investment and not earning any profit from the proceeds of the sale. Her lawyer Robert Olson in a statement said … Read the rest

Football International Sports

Rangers Took Dortmund By Surprise With 4-2 Win In Europa League Knockout

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The Rangers took an easy 4-2 win over Borussia Dortmund in the Europa League knockout stage playoff tie on Thursday. It was an easy win for Giovanni van Bronckhorst’s side because they made most of the reduced home crowd.

Highlights Of The Game:

• Rangers scored their first goal through a penalty
• Only 10,000 audiences were present in the stadium
• Dortmund top scorer Erling Haaland missed the match

Easy Win For Rangers

In the 38th minute, Rangers got a penalty that James Tavernier turned into a goal. Soon the Colombian forward Alfredo Morelos scored the second goal for Rangers in 41st minutes. It was a well-worked corner routine. In the 49th minute, Rangers got a lead of three goals with John Lundstram’s thumping first-time strike to the goal. And the last goal for Rangers was an Own Goal by Dortmund defender Dan-Axel Zagadou who deflected a strike to the goalkeeper Gregor Kobel in the 54th minute.

Borussia Dortmund Missed Their Top Scorer

Rangers Took Dortmund By Surprise With 4-2 Win

Dortmund played with two disadvantages. First, they had little support from their home audiences, and second, their top scorer was injured. Erling Haaland couldn’t join his team due to his injuries. But he could join in the next match at Ibrox where 50,000 spectators are expected.

Dortmund had a huge disadvantage of missing home audiences as the pandemic-induced restrictions reduced the spectators to only 10,000.
But the past record shows Dortmund won 12 out of their 15 home games in the league and in Europe. They are second in the Bundesliga and highly reliable at home.

Borussia Dortmund Scorers

Jude Bellingham pulled the first goal for Dortmund in the 51st minute. … Read the rest

International News & Politics

The US Won’t Send Its Troops To Ukraine Said President Joe Biden

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American citizens should leave Ukraine said the US President Joe Biden as the US won’t send its troops to the ex-Soviet state even to rescue its citizens.

Biden said the situation in Russia was different and that he feared things could go crazy anytime. He maintained that the US was dealing with one of the largest armies in the world. If Americans and Russians start shooting one another, the world would be very different, said the president.

Why Is US President So Worried About Americans In Ukraine?

US President So Worried About Americans In Ukraine

Russian tanks are preparing for live drills across Belarus. It has been three decades since the collapse of the Soviet Union that the world is seeing the deployment of missiles, and heavy armory by Russia and NATO called it a “dangerous moment.” Also, six Russian warships are reaching the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov through Bosphorus for naval drills.

But Russia’s defense ministry said that the drills would center around suppressing and repelling any external aggression. Also, Russia has promised that the troops would be taken back after the drills are complete.

What Is The Real Standoff Between Russia And The US?

Real Standoff Between Russia And The US

Russia has been objecting to the extension of NATO to ex-Soviet states for a long time. But this time, Kremlin seems determined to prevent NATO from expanding to ex-Soviet states. Russia needs a written guarantee from NATO that it would withdraw its presence from Eastern Europe and would never expand to Ukraine. The US has offered new disarmament for Europe but Russia sees the idea as insufficient.

How Is The Peace Process Going?

Western leaders want to provide Russia an opportunity to air its … Read the rest

International Sports

2022 Olympics: Catch The Action Live On NBCUniversal

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• The 2022 Olympics begin in Beijing defying the pandemic induced lockdown and diplomatic tensions
• The games feature 109 sporting events
• Seven new sporting events are introduced
• The event will keep going for more than two weeks

Nothing including the ongoing pandemic and diplomatic tensions could deter China from holding the 2022 Olympics beginning this Friday. The games will run well over two weeks and world-renowned sportspersons are expected to participate in the biggest festival of sports.

2022 Olympics Opening Ceremony

The opening ceremony will be held at 7 a.m. ET in Beijing’s National Stadium and includes speeches by prominent personalities, artistic spectacles, and performances. But the biggest highlight of the event would be the parade by athletes from the participating country.

2022 Olympics Opening Ceremony

NBCUniversal will stream the live coverage of the opening ceremony of the grand event on NBC and Peacock starting at 6:30 a.m. ET. Also, there will be an “enhanced primetime presentation” with a special focus on Team USA beginning 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. ET.

For live coverage, you can visit NPR’s opening ceremony live blog on NPR.org. Also, you can check the NPR One app for live coverage of the opening ceremony and more.

Stay Tuned To 2022 Olympics

NBC has made exclusive arrangements for 200 hours of live coverage and it includes 18 nights in the primetime beginning at 8 p.m. ET. Also, viewers can visit NBC, Peacock, USA Network, CNBC, NBCOlympics.com, and the NBC Sports app for live Olympics coverage and reporting.

Check out the following apps for more digital stories on Olympics coverage

• NPR.org and the Morning Edition live blog
• Subscribe to NPR’s daily … Read the rest