By Bill Chappell Moody’s cites multiple factors for the downgrade, from sanctions by the U.S., European Union and their allies to “significant concerns” that Russia might not be willing to pay its debts. (Image credit: Olga Maltseva/AFP via Getty Images) Moody’s cites multiple factors for the downgrade, from sanctions by the U.S., European Union and […]
By Jaclyn Diaz Russian President Vladimir Putin received the honorary black belt back in Nov. 2013 from World Taekwondo, the international governing body of the sport. He is known to be a fan of martial arts. (Image credit: Alexei Nikolsky/AP) Source: World Taekwondo strips Russia’s Vladimir Putin of his honorary black belt
By Charles Maynes For the first time, Russia’s Defense Ministry has announced casualties, saying 498 troops have died. Delegations from Ukraine and Russia are preparing for a second round of talks, expected Thursday. (Image credit: Serhii Nuzhnenko/AP) Source: Russia confirms casualties in Ukraine ahead of the next round of talks