Scientists have predicted the possible consequences of US use of nuclear weapons Scientists from Michigan technological University came to the conclusion that if the United States preemptively use nuclear weapons, and the enemy would never answer, still kill millions of Americans. Experts have modeled various scenarios and figured out that the theory about a possible victory when a nuclear strike of the aggressor is not true. They came to the conclusion that any nuclear attack could threaten the extinction of not only the inhabitants of the country, which is attacked, but all of humanity. According to Science Alert, this will happen due to global nuclear winter, the so — called environmental retaliation. It manifests itself in the form of radioactive rain that will fall across the globe. However, due to formed after the explosion cloud of soot and smoke, the sun’s rays cannot reach the earth’s surface, which will lead
Day: June 15, 2018
The economy in Europe. What mistakes we make when buying tickets
The economy in Europe. What mistakes we make when buying tickets Of any habits when buying plane tickets is more profitable to be abandoned, says Aephi. In most cases tickets are the main item of expenditure of the traveler. There are plenty of ways to save on the flight that many travelers neglect. What mistakes we make when we buy plane tickets, says Aephi. Buy tickets too early There is a Golden rule — the sooner tickets are bought, the more saved. But it doesn’t always work. The fact that some carriers do not form a schedule of your flight for too long a period, and, for example, every six months. As a rule, the practice of low-cost airlines — budget carriers. Ideally, start looking for the tickets six months before travel. Don’t subscribe to the newsletter carriers But because of the distribution of carriers you can learn about the
Putin congratulates Russian Muslims on Eid al-Adha
Putin congratulates Russian Muslims on Eid al-Adha MOSCOW, June 15. /TASS/ — the President noted the selfless work of Muslim organizations of the Russian Federation. 11фотографий11фотографий11фотографий The President of Russia Vladimir Putin congratulated Russian Muslims on Eid al-Adha, said on Friday the press-service of the Kremlin. “This holiday is widely celebrated throughout the country — both in religious communities and in the family circle,” — said the head of state. “For many years Muslim organizations in Russia actively participate in the life of the country and society, paying steadfast attention to questions of savings of the family institution and family values, matters of charity and education, — said Putin. — Care about the preservation of interethnic and interreligious peace. And of course, it is important that the customs and traditions of their ancestors attached youth.” Such a large, fruitful, truly selfless work deserves the deepest respect and support.Mr Putinprime of
Serpukhov areas resulted in a Moscow prison
Serpukhov areas resulted in a Moscow prison Alexander Shestun arrested on charges of abuse of office. Basmanny court of Moscow arrested until August 13, the head of the Serpukhov area of Moscow suburbs Alexander Shestun. The investigative Committee of Russia (TFR) imputes to him the guilt of excess of powers of office: according to investigators, the official illegally transferred to the privatization of four plots of land, thereby causing damage to the amount of 62,8 mln. mister Shestun called the criminal case “bullshit”, but the court his opinions are not shared. The hearing, which considered the petition of the main investigation Department (GSU) of the RCDS about the arrest of the head of the Serpukhov area Alexander Shestun, began with a delay. The fact that it was originally envisaged to hold hearings in a small room, but there was no place for journalists: all the chairs were occupied by detectives
Sentsov during the strike gained 2 kg
Sentsov during the strike gained 2 kg Moscow. June 15. INTERFAX.RU — this was stated by Russian Ombudsman, adding that the condition is satisfactory. Status on hunger strike of Ukrainian Director Oleg Sentsov, who is serving a sentence in prison in Russia, is satisfactory, during the strike he gained weight two kilograms, said the Commissioner for human rights in the Russian Federation Tatiana Moskalkova. His condition today is satisfactory. Every day he is with his authorization, and receives an IV with a full range of all the nutrients, proteins and vitamins.Tatyana Moskalkova, the Commissioner for human rights in Russia “Weight, he not only lost, but also two kilos gained,” she added. In August 2015 the North Caucasus district military court in Rostov-on-don sentenced. to 20 years in a penal colony on charges of creation in the Crimea of the terrorist community. Sentsov is serving a sentence in a prison in
The government explained the increase in retirement age gender equality
The government explained the increase in retirement age gender equality One of the reasons for raising the retirement age for women to 63 years and his rapprochement with the male age of retirement is the need to ensure gender equality and increase of pensions for women. According to RBC, this is stated in the explanatory note to the government bill on pension reform. The developers of the bill point out “changing status of women in society”, which contributed “an equal distribution of the household burden on family members”. In addition, the authors point to the increase in the average life expectancy of women in the country to 77.6 years. “The corresponding figure in Europe is around 80 years, but the retirement age for women set at 55 years, whereas in Europe the average retirement age is 63-65 years,” the document says. The government proposes to gradually increase the retirement age
Peskov said Putin’s promise not to raise the retirement age
Peskov said Putin’s promise not to raise the retirement age Moscow. June 15. INTERFAX.RU — the Press-Secretary noted that since 2005 the situation has changed. Press Secretary of the Russian President Dmitry Peskov said that Russia in recent years there have been major demographic changes, which allowed to consider the question of raising the retirement age. So the press Secretary, commented on Putin’s words, uttered in 2005 that while he heads the government, the pension age in Russia will not increase. “You’re talking about 2005. It is important that it was (pronounced) 13 years ago. Of course, (in Russian) changes from the point of view of demography, and from the point of view of economic development, changes in the international environment — no country exists in a vacuum,” said Sands. He also drew attention to the fact that changes in life expectancy in Russia. “It’s quite a long time, and
Commander of the Navy told about the state of the Russian Navy
Commander of the Navy told about the state of the Russian Navy MOSCOW, 15 Nov — RIA Novosti. From 70 to 100 ships of the Navy of Russia are constantly in different areas of the World ocean, said Russian Navy commander Vladimir Korolev, in an interview with the Armed forces, “Krasnaya Zvezda”. The Navy is actively updated. So, in August-September will arrive in Sevastopol, the new frigate “Admiral Makarov”. His entry into the Russian black sea fleet is expected in the third quarter of 2018. In St. Petersburg recently launched ship mine defense “Ivan Antonov” and small missile ship “Barrage” project 22800 in a series of six units built for the Baltic fleet. In addition, in the near future, the Navy will be replenished with ships of a new class — corvettes of project 22160 type “Vasily Bykov”. “Specifically for the black sea fleet continues the construction of a series
American 18 years used in the lottery the same numbers and hit the jackpot
American 18 years used in the lottery the same numbers and hit the jackpot MOSCOW — RIA Novosti. A resident of the U.S. state of Idaho Michael Tran for 18 years used in the lottery the same combination of numbers and finally got a big win, reports UPI. According to the man, once again buying a lottery ticket, he did not change the tradition and re-written the familiar set of numbers. “Last night I scanned the ticket through the phone. It turned out that I need to contact the organizers of the lottery”, — said the American. Happy combination brought Tran win two million dollars. As stated by a resident of Idaho, most of the money he plans to spend on loan repayments for the house.
Scientists have found an unexpected tool against blood cancer
Scientists have found an unexpected tool against blood cancer American scientists have found that statins — drugs to lower the level of lipoproteins in the blood (are factors for developing cardiovascular disease) increase the effectiveness of chemotherapy in the fight against blood cancer. According to the study researchers, published in the journal Science Translational Medicine, statins are introduced into the human body to lower blood fat content, which increases the risk of atherosclerosis. Also these drugs are used to reduce the levels of lipoproteins that carry “bad” cholesterol and contribute to cardiovascular disease and premature death. “The researchers found that statins increase the apoptosis (cell death) in tumours that in experiments on mice led to a decrease in lymphoma”, — quotes an excerpt from the article MedicalXpress. While scientists revealed the ability of the drug simvastatin to increase the effectiveness of anticancer drug venetoklis in the treatment of lymphocytic leukemia.