Ukrainian forces detain servicemen of the self-proclaimed Lugansk People’s Republic who were captured during the morning attack on the town of Schast’ye, near the eastern Ukraine city of Lugansk, on February 24, 2022. AFP KYIV— Ukraine on Saturday said 12 Ukrainian soldiers and 14 civilians were returning home following a prisoner exchange with Russia. “On the order of President (Volodymyr) Zelensky, the third prisoner exchange took place today. 12 of our servicemen are returning home, including one female officer,” Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk said on Telegram. Fourteen civilians including nine women were also on their way home, she added. She did not say how many Russians had been exchanged for the Ukrainians. Russia’s rights ombudsman Tatiana Moskalkova said 14 Russian sailors had returned home Saturday. “Thanks to the coordinated actions of Russian military staff, 14 sailors from the Azov Concord civilian vessel have been released and are being evacuated to … [Read more...] about Ukraine says 3rd prisoner exchange with Russia underway
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Why NFTs lost their lustre
Yassine Khiri and Theo Mattiolo (AFP) Paris, France ● Sun, May 22, 2022 2022-05-22 16:25 0 e16ff64e7ecc29b41741491223119052 2 Art & Culture NFT,Fraud,cryptocurrency,collectible-item,Internet Free A slew of celebrity endorsements helped inflate a multi-billion dollar bubble around digital tokens over the past year, but cryptocurrencies are crashing and some fear NFTs could be next. NFTs are tokens linked to digital images, "collectable" items, avatars in games or property and objects in the burgeoning virtual world of the metaverse. The likes of Paris Hilton, Gwyneth Paltrow and Serena Williams have boasted about owning NFTs and many under-30s have been enticed to gamble for the chance of making a quick profit. But the whole sector is suffering a rout at the moment with all the major cryptocurrencies slumping in value, and the signs for NFTs are mixed at best. The number of NFTs traded in the first quarter of this year slumped by almost 50 … [Read more...] about Why NFTs lost their lustre
Rafael Nadal on retirement as he admitted ‘goal’ to beat Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer
Djokovic ‘cleared out of the way’ for Nadal says host Sign up for FREE tennis updates from on and off the court SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Rafael Nadal, 35, is hoping to bounce back from his defeat to Novak Djokovic at last year’s French Open. This year’s tournament kicks off today at Roland-Garros, Paris, where Djokovic will begin his title defence. Nadal crashed out in the semi-final of last year’s Grand Slam as he lost to the World No. 1, 3-6, 6-3, 7-6, 6-2. Related articles Johanna Konta skewered Serena Williams' 'sexism’ claim Boris Becker: How German went from tennis heartthrob to prison The 13-time champion is hoping this year will be different as he goes in search of his … [Read more...] about Rafael Nadal on retirement as he admitted ‘goal’ to beat Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer
Paris Hilton’s unexpected reaction to famous wedding gatecrasher’s apology revealed
March 10, 2022 - 13:20 GMT When Paris Hilton married Carter Reum in a three-day ceremony in November 2021, she had an uninvited guest. See how she reacted to Euphoria's Lukas Gage's apology... Paris Hilton wed Carter Reum in a lavish three-day event in November 2021 – but a gate-crasher has recently issued an apology to the star for failing to realise he was attending her wedding, and she had the most unexpected response. MORE: Paris Hilton shares intimate glimpse inside wedding album - exclusive During the celebrations, Paris looked gorgeous in several different outfits. She wore the most incredible Oscar de la Renta gown as they exchanged vows at Paris' late grandfather Barron's Bel-Air estate, followed by a bright pink bedazzled gown at their star-studded 'Paris World' carnival on the Santa Monica Pier. Loading the player... WATCH: Paris Hilton admits fears ahead of wedding But one guest, Lukas Gage , … [Read more...] about Paris Hilton’s unexpected reaction to famous wedding gatecrasher’s apology revealed
Denise van Outen’s ex Eddie Boxshall admits sending 20 sex tests behind her back
Denise van Outen 's ex-fiancé Eddie Boxshall has said he is "deeply sorry" and "ashamed" over sending texts of a sexual nature behind her back, which led to the end of their relationship. It was announced earlier this year that the pair, who starred on Celebrity Gogglebox, had ended their seven year relationship . There was speculation that commodities trader Eddie, 49, had cheated on West End performer Denise, 47 - and now he has broken his silence. Eddie has acknowledged that he made a "mistake" by sending sexual texts to someone else, and he said he is "deeply sorry" and feels "ashamed". Denise van Outen announced the end of her relationship with Eddie Boxshall earlier this year ( Image: Getty Images Europe) The couple had been together for seven years ( Image: Getty Images) He spoke about the end of the relationship in an interview with The Sun , and admitted that he swapped up to 20 sex texts behind Denise's back. They were sent on a single … [Read more...] about Denise van Outen’s ex Eddie Boxshall admits sending 20 sex tests behind her back