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Russia strikes Ukrainian grain port ahead of Putin-Erdogan talks

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9 months ago

September 4, 2023

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Ukrainian officials have reported a nighttime air attack by Russia on one of Ukraine’s crucial grain-exporting ports, just hours before Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan were scheduled to engage in talks on the topic of regional food security.

The attack has heightened tensions in the region, particularly as it coincides with efforts by Ankara and the United Nations to resurrect a Ukraine grain export agreement that previously alleviated global food shortages.

The Ukrainian air force issued an urgent advisory to residents of Izmail port, situated on the Danube River in the Odesa region and one of Ukraine’s primary grain-exporting hubs, instructing them to seek shelter after midnight on Monday.

Reports from Ukrainian media outlets suggested that explosions were heard in the vicinity of the port.

The meeting between Putin and Erdogan, taking place in the Russian Black Sea resort of Sochi, is of significant importance as Ankara and the UN endeavour to rekindle the Ukraine grain export pact. Turkey has underscored the talks’ vital nature for the success of this agreement.

Russia withdrew from the deal in July, citing obstacles faced by its own food and fertiliser exports, coupled with what it perceived as insufficient Ukrainian grain allocation to countries in dire need.

Subsequently, Moscow has escalated its attacks on the Danube River ports, which have since become Ukraine’s primary conduit for grain exports.

Monday’s air strike, the full scale of which remains uncertain, follows a series of Russian strikes on Sunday that targeted the other major Danube port, Reni, resulting in damage to the port’s infrastructure and at least two injuries.

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Why Australia is becoming the new home of the Hollywood blockbuster

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2 days ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Australia’s multimillion-dollar campaign to attract Hollywood productions to its shores appears to be paying off.

The allure of Australia lies not only in its picturesque locations but also in its competitive financial incentives.

The government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to international productions, making it an attractive proposition for filmmakers looking to maximise their budgets.

Despite the recent intake of Hollywood productions down under such as ‘The Fall Guy’ and ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’, Aussie independents are still finding the space to carve their own creative path.

Rob Fantozzi joined the program to discuss the latest in Hollywood, and showcased his own upcoming project – ‘Omerta‘. #featured

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Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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2 days ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

On this episode of Ahron and Mike Live – Which would you prefer; pay rise or work perks, an international portal closes, the military reveal a submarine stingray and are you on a top or bottom burger bun?

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending

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U.S. home prices surge 47%

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2 days ago

May 17, 2024

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American home prices are rising at faster pace now than in the last 20-years.

A recent analysis reveals a jaw dropping surge in the cost of American homes.

Since the start of 2020, U.S. home prices have surged 47% easily outstripping the gains seen in recent decades.

On top of that, home price growth so far this decade is on the verge of surpassing all the growth seen in the 2000s.

Many experts believe this decade’s housing market frenzy was ignited by a perfect storm — the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic triggering an unprecedented rush among buyers.

Tom Hutchens, the Executive Vice President of Production at Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

#IN AMERICA TODAY #economy #housing #housingmarket #homeprices #homesales #inflation #trending