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Russia suffers its deadliest day on the battlefield

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3 years ago

February 8, 2023

Russia has also claimed to have killed large numbers of Ukrainian troops in recent weeks

The Ukrainian military said on Tuesday the previous 24 hours had been the deadliest of the war so far for Russian troops since Moscow launched its invasion almost a year ago.

Ukraine increased its running tally of Russian military dead by 1,030 overnight.

Reuters has been unable to verify that report, and Russia has also claimed to have killed large numbers of Ukrainian troops in recent weeks.

Tallies of enemy casualties from either side are often seen as unreliable.

But Kyiv’s assertion that the fighting was the deadliest so far fits descriptions from both sides of an escalating campaign of intense warfare.

Ukrainian soldiers in the Donetsk region are operating this Soviet-era Grad rocket system.

The battle in the east comes amid reports of disorganization in Kyiv.

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in recent weeks dismissed several senior officials in moves seen as an effort to show Western allies he would take on corruption, and prove himself a reliable steward for billions of dollars in desperately needed military aid.

On Sunday, a politician in Zelenskiy’s party said Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov would be replaced.

A day later that same politician said no changes would be made this week.

Zelenskiy did not comment, but on Tuesday called for an end to “rumors or any other pseudo-information” which he said could undermine unity in war.

Whatever Reznikov’s fate, he was seen welcoming his German counterpart in Kyiv on Tuesday

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius made the surprise trip a day after his government’s security council approved the delivery of 178 Leopard 1 tanks to Ukraine. That decision comes atop Germany’s choice last month to deliver the more-modern Leopard 2 tanks to Kyiv.

Reznikov tweeted a picture of him and Pistorius posing with a scale model Leopard tank, writing “the ‘first’ Leopard 2 has arrived in Kyiv.”

Pistorius also met with Zelenskiy.

The Ukrainian leader said recent promises of heavy weapons from Europe and the United States could give Kyiv “parity” – but not an advantage – on the battlefield. #trending #featured

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SpaceX IPO could make Elon Musk’s Mars dream a trillion-dollar reality

SpaceX’s upcoming IPO could raise $25 billion and value the company over $1 trillion, igniting investor excitement for Mars missions.

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December 12, 2025

Harvey Vargas

SpaceX’s upcoming IPO could raise $25 billion and value the company over $1 trillion, igniting investor excitement for Mars missions.

Investors are buzzing as SpaceX gears up for a potential IPO, aiming to raise more than $25 billion, possibly as soon as June. The offering could value the company at over $1 trillion, fueling Musk’s ambitious plans for Mars and beyond.

Despite the high-risk nature of space ventures, demand from retail investors is expected to be strong. Experts predict this IPO could become historic, with the company’s market value potentially soaring past $2 trillion once it launches.

Musk’s unconventional management style hasn’t slowed investor enthusiasm, even amidst regulatory hurdles. The funds raised could also support groundbreaking innovations, including energy-efficient space data centers.

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Russia shoots down 280+ Ukrainian drones as Zelenskyy pushes new peace plan

Russia claims 280 Ukrainian drones shot down; Zelenskyy finalizes a new peace proposal amid rising tensions and military clashes.

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10 hours ago

December 12, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Russia claims 280 Ukrainian drones shot down; Zelenskyy finalizes a new peace proposal amid rising tensions and military clashes.

Russia’s Defence Ministry claims it has shot down over 280 Ukrainian drones, with 40 intercepted near Moscow, some targeting the city directly. Emergency services responded to debris, and temporary flight restrictions were enforced at Moscow’s airports amid the attacks.

Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy revealed his team is finalizing a revised 20-point peace proposal, introducing new ideas on territorial control. Ukrainian and American officials are set to consult online, focusing on security guarantees rather than the detailed points of the plan.

As tensions rise, both military clashes and diplomatic efforts continue to shape the future of the conflict. Keep up with the latest updates and expert analysis on these unfolding events.

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Disney invests $1B in OpenAI to generate Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar videos

Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI for AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, enhancing fan interactions and launching in 2026.

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December 12, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI for AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, enhancing fan interactions and launching in 2026.

Disney is taking AI to the next level, investing $1 billion in OpenAI to create a licensing deal that allows users to generate videos featuring more than 200 characters from Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar. This partnership could redefine how fans interact with their favorite characters.

The deal will let users stream short AI-generated videos directly on Disney+, and ChatGPT will also produce images of Disney’s licensed characters. However, the agreement excludes talent likenesses or voices, keeping human performances separate.

Set to launch in 2026, the collaboration also gives Disney warrants to purchase additional OpenAI equity and use AI tools for product development, opening doors to new creative opportunities.

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