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Who is Alexander Lukashenko? A closer look at the dictator who has maintained an iron grip on Belarus for over 2 decades.

The Putin-backed dictator rigged a 2020 election in his favor, suppressed protests, and grounded a plane in Minsk this week to detain a journalist. Bela.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderMay 25th, 2021

Why Belarus Targets Critics in the Streets and Skies

Belarus has long pursued its president’s critics on the streets, and now it’s turned to the skies. For more than 26 years, President Alexander Lukashenko has maintained his hold on power in the East European country of 9.3 million people, putti.....»»

Category: topSource: washpostMay 24th, 2021

From Belarus to Bahrain, the small states going big on cryptocurrency

When Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko met entrepreneur Viktor Prokopenya in March 2017, their discussion was scheduled to last for an hour but went on for three times that long......»»

Category: topSource: reutersJul 29th, 2019

Belarusian authorities post a video of a journalist who was arrested after the government diverted his flight

Roman Protasevich, a vocal critic of Alexander Lukashenko, said he was treated "lawfully" by authorities in a video shared by pro-government channels. Roman Protasevich seen on August 31, 2020. Artur Widak/N.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderMay 24th, 2021

A routine commercial flight from Athens to Lithuania spiraled into a dramatic international incident that has world leaders outraged. Here"s what happened, and why it"s a huge deal.

European leaders are outraged. They are meeting today to discuss taking action against Alexander Lukashenko's .....»»

Category: dealsSource: nytMay 24th, 2021

Belarus Sends MiG Fighters To Divert Foreign Airliner, Arrests Anti-Lukashenko Journalist On Board

Belarus Sends MiG Fighters To Divert Foreign Airliner, Arrests Anti-Lukashenko Journalist On Board.....»»

Category: smallbizSource: nytMay 23rd, 2021

Russia & Belarus Say US-Backed "Assassination" & "Coup" Attempt Against Lukashenko Thwarted

Russia & Belarus Say US-Backed "Assassination" & "Coup" Attempt Against Lukashenko Thwarted.....»»

Category: blogSource: zerohedgeApr 19th, 2021

Congress wants a closer look at US special operations after 2 decades of secret missions and scandals

Congress has to grapple with the military's traditional roles and with the emerging challenges of hybrid warfare, Rep. Ruben Gallego told Insider. Rep. R.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderFeb 25th, 2021

Le Creuset cookware is pricey, but its cast iron and stoneware pieces can last for years, if not decades - here"s why they"re worth the investment

French cookware company Le Creuset represents the height of craftsmanship and style. We reviewed seven of its pieces to see if they're worth it. When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partne.....»»

Category: worldSource: nytDec 14th, 2020

"I fully believe gyms are essential" | Petition pleads for gyms in St. Louis, St. Louis County to reopen

May 18 is inching closer. It's the day some businesses reopen in St. Louis city and county. But for gyms, doors will stay locked a bit longer. As for House of Pain in Chesterfield and Maryland Heights, they continue to have a tight grip on operat.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsMay 11th, 2020

BHP Maintains Iron Ore Output Outlook Despite Shaken Economy

BHP Group (NYSE: BHP) late Monday maintained its iron ore outlook. read more.....»»

Category: blogSource: benzingaApr 21st, 2020

What to do if your retirement savings have been decimated and you"re planning to retire soon

kali9/Getty Images   Though the stock market is crashing, younger investors have time on their side — they're decades away from retirement and their portfolios will recover. For those closer to retirement, however, things likely feel a litt.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderMar 20th, 2020

Paul Brandus: Coronavirus puts globalization on the ballot in November

It’s probably no coincidence that as globalization has brought the world closer together in recent decades, the number of infectious disease incidents has been rising......»»

Category: topSource: marketwatchMar 13th, 2020

Le Creuset cookware is pricey, but its cast iron and stoneware pieces can last for years, if not decades — here"s why they"re worth the investment

Le Creuset cookware is pricey, but its cast iron and stoneware pieces can last for years, if not decades — here"s why they"re worth the investment.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderJan 31st, 2020

Teslas still go much farther on a single charge than their competitors. But the strategy carries risks.

Tesla has maintained its grip on the market with the most obvious tool at its disposal: range......»»

Category: topSource: washpostJan 10th, 2020

Closer Look at SEC ‘Accredited Investor’ Revamp Suggests Little Will Change

For the first time in decades, the SEC is lowering the barrier to investing in private securities, including crypto tokens. How much lower is unclear......»»

Category: forexSource: coindeskJan 6th, 2020

James Richman: Billionaire Investor Reportedly Takes a Closer Look at Barclay’s Assets for Sale

The Barclay twins, David and Frederick, have been a staple on the list of British billionaires for decades.  They are often described as reclu.....»»

Category: topSource: insidermonkeyNov 22nd, 2019

For world"s central banks, a call to hang together

Over the decades since World War Two the growth rates, inflation rates, interest rates and business cycles of the world's major economies grew closer together......»»

Category: topSource: reutersAug 23rd, 2019

Iron Mountain"s Rating Affirmed, Outlook Upgraded by Moody"s

Iron Mountain's (IRM) rating outlook revised from negative to stable by Moody's Investors Service. The company's existing senior and subordinate debt are being maintained at Ba3 .....»»

Category: worldSource: nytJul 1st, 2019

Wall Street may be losing its iron grip on Silicon Valley

Slack’s success puts more pressure on banks to demonstrate what’s so sacred about their tried-and-true IPO......»»

Category: topSource: moneycentralJun 21st, 2019

Airbus is one of the most powerful companies in aviation. Here"s a closer look at its rise from upstart to industry titan.

Airbus On May 29, 2019, Airbus celebrated its 50th birthday. In the five decades since its founding, Airbus has developed from a fledgling upstart to one of the industry's titans. Over the past 20 years, the commercial aviation industr.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderMay 30th, 2019