Category: Russia

Space tourists from Japan Hirano and Maezawa will paint a picture for the first time with brushes on the ISS canvas in a special box, as well as fix the mixing of paints and water in zero gravity, Izvestia writes. On Wednesday, December 8, two Japanese space tourists, businessman Yusaku Maezawa and producer Yozo Hirano, will go into space on the Soyuz MS-20 spacecraft. The crew will also include Russian cosmonaut Alexander Misurkin. They are expected to spend 12 days in space, do a series of experiments and return to Earth on Monday, December 20. According to Space Adventures project manager Denis Shapiro, Maezawa is fond of collecting paintings, so he plans to paint in space picture. “He will have a special box, which is necessary so that the watercolors from the tubes do not scatter in zero gravity,” the expert explained. The plot of the work is still unknown.

Russian Consul General in Houston Zakharov: there are positive trends with the United States in issuing visas to diplomats Russian Consul General in Houston Alexander Zakharov said positive shifts have appeared in negotiations with the United States on issuing visas to diplomats. His words are quoted by RIA Novosti. “I would like to say that positive trends have been outlined in the last month. Thanks to the talks with the participation of the Russian Foreign Ministry – you are aware that a bilateral dialogue is under way in Vienna – there have been some positive shifts, ”the Consul General said. Zakharov expressed hope that the dialogue would lead to more significant and significant results … According to him, the employees of the Consulate General in Houstne have a large volume of tasks associated with the departure of many diplomats. The Consul General explained that currently work is underway with 13

Helena Christensen starred for Harpers Bazaar in a latex bodysuit and a dress with a neckline Singaporean version of fashion magazine Harpers Bazaar and thrilled fans. A corresponding series of shots and comments from netizens appeared on her Instagram page. The 52-year-old celebrity starred in several outfits. So, for example, in one of the frames she poses in a black latex bodysuit, gloves, high-heeled shoes and a wide-brimmed hat. In another photo, the model is captured in a black midi-length dress with a bosom cutout and boots of the same color. Christensen was also photographed in a red low-cut dress and a black crop top paired with beige high-waist briefs. Fans have appreciated the model's appearance in the comments below the pictures. “Stunning!” Over the years, you only become more beautiful. Congratulations on the cover! ”,“ Incredible figure, ”they praised. In October, Helena Christensen starred in a candid photo shoot

Izvestia: Russian frigates of project 22350 “Admiral Gorshkov” received the air defense system “Polyment-Redut” Russian frigates of project 22350 Admiral Gorshkov “received an anti-aircraft missile system (SAM)” Polyment-Redut “. It will allow hitting at the same time not only air, but also sea targets. The Russian Navy (Navy) has already completed tests in which they practiced the destruction of enemy surface ships, writes Izvestia. According to Izvestia sources, the tests took place over several years and ended at the end of autumn 2021 year. Russian frigates received new opportunities: the Poliment-Redut air defense missile system was placed on the frigate Admiral Gorshkov as part of the Northern Fleet. The ship's crew worked out the launches of an anti-aircraft guided missile (SAM) and actions during such strikes. It is noted that during the tests all targets were hit, and the work was called successful. Strikes against naval targets were carried out

State Duma Deputy Shkhagoshev: US military lobbyists have chosen Ukraine as a place of tension American troops from Afghanistan, their military lobbyists needed to find a new place of tension in the world and the situation around Ukraine became their main area of ​​interest. Earlier, a senior White House official said that the United States believed that Russia was ready to attack Ukraine with three sides. He noted that Washington does not know whether Russian President Vladimir Putin made a decision on the readiness to “invade Ukraine.” According to the deputy, US military lobbyists often choose high-ranking speakers in different countries who make statements – for which tension remains on the border of Russia and Ukraine. The politician also noted that military lobbyists need to master the huge funds of the American defense industry. According to him, this is the sole purpose of pursuing such a policy and increasing the

Epidemiologist Onishchenko called for “transforming” the New Year celebrations in Russia Refuse to participate in New Year's events due to COVID-19, including because of the new strain of coronavirus, omicron is not worth it, said epidemiologist Gennady Onishchenko, writes TASS. According to him, it is best to celebrate the New Year with relatives. “Let the people rest, that's enough, they've played enough. If you are vaccinated, protected, then why refuse the holidays, ”he said. At the same time, the physician urged to “transform” the celebration of the New Year. “Not drinking, not partying, but communicating with relatives, at home,” the specialist explained. Onishchenko added that the new strain of coronavirus is less dangerous. It will supplant all other types of COVID-19 in the near future, he said, but it probably won't do significant harm. “In any case, today there is not a single proven death from him. This suggests that

Times: The British Army has adopted a new Sky Saber air defense system to protect against Russian fighters The British Army has announced that it has adopted a new system Air defense Sky Saber to repel threats allegedly emanating from Russian fighters. This is reported by the Times newspaper, citing sources in the UK Department of Defense. According to the newspaper, the new system has replaced the Rapier missiles, which have been used since the 1970s. The upgraded rockets can hit a tennis ball-sized target that travels at the speed of sound. It is also indicated that the Sky Saber system can control the flight of 24 missiles simultaneously, which are capable of destroying fighters, drones and laser-guided smart bombs. According to sources of the publication, the department wants to launch a new system in order to “repel threats coming from Russian stealth fighters, such as the Su-57, which NATO

Doctor Asanov: citrus and conifers will help protect the home from viruses and bacteria Therapist Timur Asanov called plant bacteria. He noted in an interview with Radio 1 that they contain essential oils rich in phytoncides, which have an antiseptic effect. The specialist noted that eucalyptus will help to disinfect the air and make breathing easier. In addition, miniature citrus trees such as lemon, tangerine, orange, perfectly clean the space, making it unsuitable for pathogens. Related materials 00:01 – June 4 Mysterious substance. Sperm whale vomit costs more than gold. Who pays millions of dollars for it? 00:01 – September 29 “It seemed that my forehead was lengthening” did not sleep and drank only tea. How did that change him? “Conifers – fir, juniper and others – also contain a lot of essential oils with an antiseptic effect, which evaporate and make the atmosphere in the home almost sterile,” Asanov

Izvestia: Rospotrebnadzor is creating an epidemiological atlas of the spread of COVID-19 diseases, including coronavirus. It is an electronic map that contains information about the place of residence of infected, recovered and died from a specific infection of residents of Russia, including their house number, Izvestia reports. Research Institute of Epidemiology and Microbiology named after Academician I.N. Blokhina Rospotrebnadzor. The electronic atlas will help optimize the control of infectious diseases, as well as the emergence of new strains. It will include a collection of maps reflecting the incidence, each of which will correspond to a specific nosology. A feature of the atlas is the maximum detailing of data down to the street and the patient's house. However, the personal data of Russians will not be on the maps. “Let me remind you that there are pathogenic diseases that are much more dangerous than COVID-19, and they require close monitoring. With

Doctor Asanov: citrus and conifers will help protect the home from viruses and bacteria Physician Timur Asanov named the plant bacteria. He noted in an interview with Radio 1 that they contain essential oils rich in phytoncides, which have an antiseptic effect. The specialist noted that eucalyptus will help to disinfect the air and make breathing easier. In addition, miniature citrus trees such as lemon, tangerine, orange, perfectly clean the space, making it unsuitable for pathogens. Related materials 00:01 – June 4 Mysterious substance. Sperm whale vomiting costs more than gold. Who pays millions of dollars for it? 00:01 – September 29 “It seemed that my forehead was lengthening” did not sleep and drank only tea. How did that change him? “Conifers – fir, juniper and others – also contain a lot of essential oils with an antiseptic effect, which evaporate and make the atmosphere in the home almost sterile,”