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An Estimated 100 to 200 Ukrainian Fighters are Killed in Combat Every Day

As the Russian/Ukraine War surpasses 112 days of fighting, Ukrainian officials have reported that an estimated 100 to 200 Ukrainian fighters die in combat every day. Others, including civilians, die under other difficult circumstances in the war-torn regions of the country. The situation is truly appalling. But what’s more appalling is the world’s reaction to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Aside from “strongly condemning” the invasion and sending weapons, Ukraine’s allies have done little more than sit down, eat popcorn, and enjoy the show.

Texas Shooting: Police Response Was Painfully Slow

On Tuesday, 24th of May, 2022, at around 11:30 Texas time, a deranged youth, perhaps possessed by the devil or having psychological problems, went on a killing rampage. His target: an elementary school of 7 to 10 years old. Reports are that he had shot his grandmother at home before leaving in a car. Clad in body armor, 18-year old Salvador Ramos was armed with a handgun, an AR-15 semi-automatic rifle, and high-capacity magazines.

Will Smith Resigns from Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences

Five days after winning his first Oscar, Hollywood actor, Will Smith, has resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. His resignation comes in the midst of worldwide condemnation of his action of slapping comedian Chris Rock at the Oscars Awards Ceremony at Dolby Theatre, Hollywood California, USA on the evening of March, 27th, 2022.