Putin explained that even if paying EU-imposed penalties was more profitable, he preferred to see the continuation of contracts with Kiev. The Russian President’s comments came as gas prices reached unprecedented levels across Europe. “Gazprom believes it would benefit more from paying a fine to Ukraine and enhancing gas transit …
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The FDA’s vaccine advisory panel voted 17-4 on Thursday to authorize pharma firm Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine for use on people aged 16 and over. The FDA usually follows the advice of its panels, and will likely issue the emergency authorization on Saturday, according to a number of media reports. “FDA …
Read More »Leave it to the experts: Russian Orthodox Church leader instructs followers not to carry out DIY exorcisms on children
Metropolitan Hilarion of Volokolamsk told reporters on Saturday that those fearing their loved ones had become “possessed” should seek out the help of their priest before attempting ceremonies themselves. “There is a practice in the Church called exorcism,” he said, “when a possessed person is brought to a priest, and …
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