Category: Russia

The police knocked the honored coach of Russia Ilyin to the floor for refusing to wear a mask Alexandra Ilyina. Athlete Vitalina Simonova reported this on her Instagram. According to her, the guards threw 63-year-old Ilyin to the floor, tied him up and handcuffed him. The reason was his refusal to wear a mask. Earlier it was reported that the Russian made a brawl by refusing to wear a mask on board the plane. He ignored the requests of the flight attendants and the pilot to comply with the requirements, and when the police appeared in the cabin, the man started a scuffle. The brawler was removed from the flight, administrative protocols were drawn up against him and a criminal case was opened.

Izvestia: a new rapid test for coronavirus from Rospotrebnadzor will be more accurate coronavirus. According to Izvestia newspaper, it will be more accurate in the presence of new mutations in the pathogen genome. It is explained that the reagents work on the basis of isothermal amplification (Loop mediated isothermal amplification, LAMP), which simultaneously detects two regions of the genome virus. If a mutation occurs in one of them, then the test system will be able to fix the second, which will remain the same. According to Kamil Khafizov, head of the scientific group for the development of new methods for diagnosing human diseases at the Central Research Institute of Epidemiology of Rospotrebnadzor, this dramatically reduces the likelihood of a false negative result … He noted that the most conservative regions were chosen as the regions of the genome to be determined. So, we are talking about a region of the

Political scientist Bashirov on US sanctions against Nord Stream 2: Kiev was thrown a bone sanctions against the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline. He wrote about this in his Telegram account. According to him, after the statement of the head of the State Department Anthony Blinken about new restrictive measures against the project, “the Germans shuddered and rushed to buy firewood and fur coats.” “And in vain … Domestic political dances in the United States have a bizarre character,” the expert noted. Bashirov also stressed that Kiev was mockingly thrown a bone so that it did not interfere with the “uncles to negotiate.” According to him, the restrictions will affect one company and two ships that participated in the construction of the gas pipeline. We are talking about the “Russian-related company” Transadria Ltd and the ship “Marlin” owned by it. Blinken did not disclose the name of another vessel.

Nutritionist Apletaeva: no more than 15 grams of chocolate can be eaten daily … This was reported by nutritionist Marina Apletaeva, writes “Reedus”. According to the expert, 15 grams of chocolate a day is a harmless norm, which is better not to exceed. Apletaeva said that chocolate is an optional product in the diet and a person can easily do without it. The nutritionist noted that it is better to choose dark chocolate, which contains at least 50 percent cocoa. On the contrary, dairy should be discarded – it contains much more sugar. Apletaeva also advised not to abuse confectionery for those who suffer from diabetes, prediabetes, allergies or gastrointestinal diseases. “If you really want something sweet, it is better to replace chocolate with marmalade or dried fruits: they contain dietary fiber that will inhibit the absorption of sugar,” the specialist said. Previously, nutritionists from the United States named six

Saxo Bank expert: rejection of nuclear energy could raise prices in Europe , then this could raise prices in the market, causing serious social problems, Christopher Dembik, head of macroeconomic analysis at Saxo Bank, told RIA Novosti. In Europe, the debate continues on whether nuclear power should be considered green. Depending on the outcome of the negotiations, the negative impact on the EU economy will vary greatly, Dembik predicts. If nuclear energy is not included in the transformation, it will lead to higher energy prices, put pressure on the economy and may create additional social tension, the expert is sure. On the other hand, if the European Union continues to use nuclear power plants and not abandon them, the transformation of the energy system will be less painful, Dembik said. At the current level of technological development, renewable energy sources cannot replace traditional energy sources, added a Saxo Bank employee.

Historian Norin: Thousands of dead people will result from a hypothetical war between Russia and Ukraine Ukraine. The Telegram channel Radiotochka NSN writes about this. In his opinion, the armed conflict will be short, but bloody. He admitted that the development of events “will resemble an enlarged copy of the” five-day war “with Georgia.” The result of this war will be “several thousand dead in a few days, a maximum of a week”, despite the fact that the Ukrainian army is superior to the Georgian one. Norin noted that so far he does not see the prerequisites for such a clash. However, the expert added, “you have to understand that there are not very sane people on the Ukrainian side now, and anything can happen.” Related materials00: 02 – October 7 ” The crisis will come by spring “Zelensky gets rid of political competitors. Why doesn't that help him to

White House spokesman Psaki about a new meeting between Putin and Biden: there is nothing to report yet meeting between US President Joe Biden and Russian leader Vladimir Putin. This is reported by RIA Novosti. According to Psaki, she still has nothing to say about plans for a meeting or contacts between the two leaders of the countries. At the same time, she noted that Washington still has serious concerns about the activity of the Russian military near the borders with Ukraine. A White House spokesman called on Moscow to de-escalate and stressed that this issue will also be raised in the course of contacts with Russian representatives. Earlier, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters that online talks between the Russian and American presidents could take place before end of the year. The spokesman for the Russian president also listed possible topics for negotiations: Putin and Biden will discuss Ukraine

Doctor Pigareva: sea fish, olive oil and avocado will help to lose weight Yulia Pigareva has listed products that contribute to weight loss. She told the agency “Prime” about this. Related materials00: 07 – 10 January “The more culinary expanse, the more we eat” How food changes our minds, behavior and prevents us from losing weight – says a neurobiologist00: 01 – December 17, 2020 “Eclairs are not to blame, and in general there is no one's fault” Sweet, fatty and tasty: how familiar food is killing Russians According to her, fatty sea fish, olive oil and avocado will help improve fat metabolism and reduce body weight. However, consuming them in large quantities, on the contrary, promotes weight gain, the doctor warned. The expert added that coffee, pineapple and green tea, which are considered to be weight-loss foods, in fact are not. A competent diet for a person on a

Psychologist Khristosenko: psychologists can also have psychological problems Mikhail Khristosenko, a psychologist, colleagues. He told Vechernyaya Moskva about this. Khristosenko said that the experts seek help because they may also have psychological problems. He noted that one specialist always needs another, more competent, as a supervisor. “This is a person who, when contacting him, certifies that everything is in order with the psychologist, that he is in an adequate state and does not lose touch with reality,” the writer explained. In his opinion, if there is no such inspector, then the expert should not be allowed to work. Among the requests that are discussed at such receptions, problems with relationships, money and implementation were named. Khristosenko noted that most psychologists in Russia are experiencing difficulties due to a lack of clients and funds. According to Khristosenko, a specialist who does not have a view of his beliefs from the outside

Jen Psaki on sending military advisers to Ukraine: there is nothing to announce about this sending American military advisers to Ukraine. RIA Novosti reports her words. “I have nothing to announce to you on this score,” Psaki said. Earlier, the administration of US President Joe Biden was discussing the possibility of sending military advisers and weapons to Ukraine amid an alleged concentration of Russian troops near the border, CNN reported. The aid package could include Javelin anti-tank missiles, mortars, and air defense systems such as Stinger missiles. At the same time, it is noted that there is another position in the administration, according to which the dispatch of advisers can be regarded by Moscow as an escalation. In turn, the Minister of Defense of Ukraine Oleksiy Reznikov announced the plan of the country's partners to act proactively in the event of “ military aggression “of Russia. According to him, this