Moscow to consider Transnistria’s ‘protection’ appeal

Russia’s Foreign Ministry said that Moscow would “consider with attention” the appeal of authorities from the Moscow-controlled Moldovan region of Transnistria for “protection,” the Russian state-controlled media RBC wrote on Feb. 28. The ministry’s statement came after Transnistria’s officials asked Russia to help end an “economic blockade” by Moldova during the Congress of Deputies earlier … Read more

Nikki Haley calls for RNC vote on resolution barring payment of Trump’s legal fees

OREM, Utah — Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley on Wednesday called on Republican National Committee members to hold an on-the-record vote on a draft resolution that would curb the national party’s ability to direct its funds toward legal fees, including former President Donald Trump‘s. “All Americans, and Republicans especially, deserve a vote on the record … Read more

When Asked Whether His Firm Would Sell Its 193,000 BTC Stash, Saylor Said, ‘Bitcoin Is The Exit Strategy’

MicroStrategy Inc., led by Chairman Michael Saylor, has been buying more Bitcoin since 2020. Most recently, it bought an additional 3,000 Bitcoin for $155.4 million in February. Accumulating Bitcoin has proven to be a successful investment strategy, allowing the company to see nearly $5 billion in unrealized gains. This is a huge amount of money, … Read more

NFL report cards most surprising reveals: Sewage leaks, shower bugs, poor bathroom ventilation and other nuggets

The NFL Players Association’s second annual club report cards on workplace conditions were released on Wednesday and there were some surprising grades and a few that probably confirmed prior assumptions. The Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings, Green Bay Packers, Philadelphia Eagles and Jacksonville Jaguars were at the top of the overall rankings. Meanwhile, the Pittsburgh Steelers, … Read more

Ghana’s parliament passed an anti-LGBTQ+ bill that could imprison people for more than a decade

ACCRA, Ghana (AP) — Ghana ‘s parliament passed a highly controversial anti-LGBTQ+ bill on Wednesday that could send some people to prison for more than a decade. The bill was introduced to parliament three years ago and criminalizes members of the LGBTQ+ community as well as its supporters, including promotion and funding of related activities … Read more

Biden says ‘everything’s great’ after routine physical as age, health dominate election

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden underwent a routine physical Wednesday morning at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Speaking to reporters at the White House later in the day, Biden said that “everything’s squared away” and joked that doctors think he looks “too young.” “There is nothing different than last year,” Biden said. “Everything’s great.” … Read more

AMC Theater Chain’s Profit Falls Short of Estimates, Shares Drop

(Bloomberg) — AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc., the world’s largest theater chain, reported fourth-quarter earnings that fell short of Wall Street estimates, sending the shares lower. Most Read from Bloomberg AMC posted profit of $42.5 million before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, according to a statement Wednesday. That was less than the $46.7 million analysts were … Read more

Fantasy Basketball Drop Candidates: With inconsistent play and dwindling minutes, it’s time to cut Paul Reed

With big expectations as a replacement for the injured Joel Embiid, Paul Reed instead has been inconsistent for the Philadelphia 76ers and may start losing playing time. That could direct fantasy managers to look elsewhere and cut Reed from their teams. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) Special to Yahoo Sports The NBA is on the … Read more