Crowdfunding campaign buys tank for Ukrainian army

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3 years ago

October 4, 2022

Crowdfunding campaign in the Czech Republic has successfully raised more than $1.3 million to buy a modernised tank for the Ukrainian army

A crowdfunding campaign, dubbed “a gift for Putin”, received donations from over 11,000 individuals and is presumably the first purchase of its kind.

The fund was backed by the Czech defence ministry and Ukraine’s embassy in Prague.

As Vladimir Putin’s 70th birthday approaches, the defence minister of the Czech Republic joked his nation has “a great birthday present” for the Russian leader.

Ukraine’s ambassador to Prague says the gift is a concrete demonstration of solidarity and practical assistance from the Czech Republic.

The tank is a Soviet-era T-72. It has been modernised and named Tomas.

The Czech Republic has also sent a range of non-lethal military equipment, including night vision goggles and first-aid kits, to Ukraine.

Trump’s chopper forced into emergency landing

Trump’s helicopter made an emergency landing at Luton due to a hydraulic issue, causing a brief 20-minute delay.

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September 19, 2025

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Trump’s helicopter made an emergency landing at Luton due to a hydraulic issue, causing a brief 20-minute delay.

US President Donald Trump’s journey to Stansted Airport was interrupted when his helicopter was forced to make an emergency landing at Luton Airport.

The White House confirmed that the decision was prompted by a minor hydraulic issue. After ensuring safety and a quick reassessment, Trump and the First Lady were transferred to a backup helicopter, continuing their journey with only a 20-minute delay.

Marine One, the iconic helicopter used to transport the US President, is specially designed with missile defence and advanced radar-jamming systems, making it a highly secure mode of transport.

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Mark Zuckerberg has unveiled Meta’s first so-called AI glasses

Meta’s AI glasses launch stumbles with demo failures, raising doubts about the technology’s readiness and future integration.

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September 19, 2025

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Meta’s AI glasses launch stumbles with demo failures, raising doubts about the technology’s readiness and future integration.

Mark Zuckerberg has unveiled Meta’s first so-called AI glasses, promising a crisp high-resolution display and futuristic wristband controls. But what should have been a triumph quickly turned awkward.

The $799 Meta Ray-Ban Display was billed as a breakthrough, yet the much-hyped live demo stumbled. The glasses ignored instructions during a cooking demonstration, and Zuckerberg’s Neural Band failed to answer a call from his CTO, forcing a clumsy workaround on stage.

Zuckerberg blamed WiFi issues, but the misfires raised doubts over whether Meta’s glasses are ready for prime time. For now, the vision of seamlessly blending AI with everyday eyewear seems more promise than reality.

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Donald Trump says Jimmy Kimmel was taken off air because of poor rating

Trump claims Kimmel’s suspension due to ratings, while Democrats call it an attack on free speech amid political tensions.

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September 19, 2025

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Trump claims Kimmel’s suspension due to ratings, while Democrats call it an attack on free speech amid political tensions.

Donald Trump has claimed Jimmy Kimmel was taken off air because of poor ratings, as Democrats accuse the move of being an attack on free speech.

Jimmy Kimmel Live, a late-night staple since 2003 on Disney-owned ABC, was suddenly suspended after the host criticised Trump’s response to the murder of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk.

The outspoken comedian, a frequent critic of Trump, mocked the former president’s reaction, sparking outrage among ABC’s local affiliates who pulled the show from their schedules.

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