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Russia–Ukraine Peace Talks in Abu Dhabi Continue Amid Strikes; New Drone and Pentagon Strategy Updates; NYC Bronx High-Rise Fire; Culture, Tech, and Sports Highlights (Charli XCX, Jan. 24 Milestones, “Love Letters,” MikroTik, Tennis)
Abu Dhabi hosts Russia–Ukraine peace talks focusing on territorial issues
Abu Dhabi is hosting further peace talks on Saturday aimed at ending Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with the United States, Ukraine, and Russia taking part and territorial questions set to be a key focus.
Edinburgh defence company introduces HAMMER one-way attack drone
Edinburgh Drone Company has launched the UK-built HAMMER one-way attack drone at an event in East Lothian, following flight trials and live munitions testing. Developed with Aero Solutions Ltd as part of a UK manufacturing hub involving engineering SMEs, the fixed-wing system is designed for simple, scalable, lower-cost production using UK manufacturing with European-sourced components. EDC says HAMMER offers a standard range of 22 km (up to 50 km with an upgrade), catapult launch, manual flight options, and payload capacity tested at at least 3.5 kg, with munition configurations including a 2.5 kg warhead, user-fillable cassette, and RPG-7-type payloads.
Famous birthdays on Jan. 24 include Carrie Coon and Neil Diamond
Jan. 24 features notable birthdays including actor Carrie Coon turning 45 and musician Neil Diamond turning 85.
Jan. 24, 2011: Suicide bombing at Moscow’s Domodedovo Airport kills 37
On Jan. 24, 2011, a suicide bomber struck the international arrivals area at Moscow’s Domodedovo Airport, killing 37 people and injuring more than 170.
Russia Strikes Ukraine as US-Led Peace Talks Continue
Russia launched strikes on Ukraine, killing one person and injuring 23, as trilateral discussions in Abu Dhabi were set to resume in an effort to end the war.
New York City fire: Crews respond to major blaze on upper floors of Bronx high-rise
Emergency crews rushed to a 4-alarm fire at a 17-story apartment building on Bivona Street in the Bronx shortly after midnight, following reports of a gas leak and a possible explosion. Thick black smoke was seen pouring from the upper floors as the fire spread to multiple apartments, prompting evacuations and the opening of a nearby reception center for displaced residents. Officials reported several civilian injuries and one firefighter injured, while online claims of additional casualties have not been confirmed.
Pentagon plans to scale back support for U.S. allies under new defense strategy
Pentagon to offer 'more limited' support to US allies in defence strategy shift, as the new National Defense Strategy signals a reduction in U.S. backing for partners and indicates that China is no longer considered the country’s top security priority.
From hardship to professional tennis success
Surviving bombs and hunger to become a professional tennis player highlights how a sport often seen as reserved for the wealthy has also produced stars from modest backgrounds, including Novak Djokovic and Elina Svitolina, who built successful careers despite early hardship.
First Look at MikroTik and Getting Started
MikroTik first look and getting started covers initial impressions of a first MikroTik device, including getting up and running with RouterOS, basic system setup, backup and restore steps, home lab network planning, and fundamental routing concepts.
Charli XCX says her three Sundance film roles mark a shift from “Brat Summer”
Charli XCX spoke at the Sundance Film Festival on Friday about taking on three acting roles in films screening at the festival, describing the projects as a pivot as she moves on from the “Brat” phenomenon that defined much of 2024.
Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen Visits Greenland to Show Support
Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen traveled to Greenland’s capital, Nuuk, to meet with the territory’s leader, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, following a turbulent week and to signal Denmark’s support.
'Love Letters' Exhibition Explores 500 Years of Written Emotion
Straight from the heart, the National Archives in London has opened a new exhibition, “Love Letters,” showcasing how people have put love and its many emotions into words on paper across 500 years.
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