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A powerful earthquake struck the Caribbean Sea, prompting a tsunami warning.

A powerful earthquake struck the Caribbean Sea, prompting a tsunami warning.

On Saturday, February 8, an earthquake struck the Caribbean Sea. The tremors registered between 6.8 and 7.5 on the Richter scale, with the epicenter located north of Honduras.
Musk confirmed that he is not interested in acquiring TikTok.

Musk confirmed that he is not interested in acquiring TikTok.

American billionaire Elon Musk has stated that he does not wish to purchase the popular app TikTok. This platform has faced attempts at a ban in the United States due to concerns over national security threats.
Canada will strengthen its ties with the EU in response to Trump's trade war.

Canada will strengthen its ties with the EU in response to Trump's trade war.

Canada aims to strengthen its economic ties with the European Union due to the potential imposition of tariffs by the United States.
Occupants have initiated the closure of schools in the Luhansk region, according to the Central News Service.

Occupants have initiated the closure of schools in the Luhansk region, according to the Central News Service.

Russian invaders in the temporarily occupied territory of the Luhansk region have initiated the closure and consolidation of several schools. Abandoned buildings will be handed over to military units.
Trump spoke with Putin to negotiate a ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict.

Trump spoke with Putin to negotiate a ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he had a phone conversation with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin. The American leader aimed to negotiate with the Kremlin chief regarding an end to the war between Russia and Ukraine.
Several airports in Russia have suspended operations due to the threat of drone attacks.

Several airports in Russia have suspended operations due to the threat of drone attacks.

Restrictions on the arrival and departure of commercial flights have been implemented at three airports in Russia. This measure is a response to the threat of drone strikes.
The NBU clarified which U.S. dollars should be accepted by banks and exchange offices.

The NBU clarified which U.S. dollars should be accepted by banks and exchange offices.

Banks and exchange offices in Ukraine are required to accept all foreign currency banknotes for exchange without exception, provided their authenticity has been verified using counters and detectors. Damaged banknotes can also be exchanged, albeit with a commission fee.
In just one day, the Russian army lost 1,460 soldiers, an aircraft, and 11 tanks, according to the General Staff.

In just one day, the Russian army lost 1,460 soldiers, an aircraft, and 11 tanks, according to the General Staff.

In a 24-hour period from February 8 to 9, the Russian army lost 1,460 soldiers, one aircraft, and 127 vehicles in the war against Ukraine.
The Navy reported an enemy "Kalibr" carrier in the Black Sea and mentioned the potential number of missiles it could launch.

The Navy reported an enemy "Kalibr" carrier in the Black Sea and mentioned the potential number of missiles it could launch.

This morning, February 9th, one Russian military vessel has been detected in the waters of the Black Sea, deployed by the aggressor nation for combat duty. The ship is equipped with Kalibr cruise missiles.
Trump stated that he will not "bomb" Iran.

Trump stated that he will not "bomb" Iran.

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his intention to reach a non-nuclear weapons agreement with Iran. He favors a diplomatic solution over the potential for military action and bombing the country.
Ukrainian forces targeted six areas occupied by Russian troops. Here's the latest situation on the front lines as of this morning (with maps).

Ukrainian forces targeted six areas occupied by Russian troops. Here's the latest situation on the front lines as of this morning (with maps).

On February 8, there were 133 combat clashes reported on the front lines in Ukraine. The occupiers launched the most attacks around Pokrovsk, while the Armed Forces of Ukraine targeted six areas occupied by Russian forces.
Russians attempted to cross the Oskol in the Kupiansk direction, but the Ukrainian Armed Forces launched an attack.

Russians attempted to cross the Oskol in the Kupiansk direction, but the Ukrainian Armed Forces launched an attack.

Russian troops attempted to cross the Oskol River in the Kharkiv region, but defense forces launched a strike.
Partisans conducted reconnaissance of a Russian oil depot in the Smolensk region (photos included).

Partisans conducted reconnaissance of a Russian oil depot in the Smolensk region (photos included).

Partisans conducted reconnaissance of a Russian oil facility in the Smolensk region. This oil refinery plays a role in supplying the occupiers in the border areas of the Russian Federation.
Ukraine faced an assault of 150 Russian drones: here's how the air defense forces responded.

Ukraine faced an assault of 150 Russian drones: here's how the air defense forces responded.

On the night of February 9, Russia launched 151 drones at Ukraine. Air defense systems were activated across 14 regions of Ukraine.
The alarm lasted over 11 hours. Local authorities reported the impact of the drone attack near Kyiv.

The alarm lasted over 11 hours. Local authorities reported the impact of the drone attack near Kyiv.

The Russian army launched drone attacks on the Kyiv region during the night of February 9. The alarm in the area lasted for 11 hours, resulting in some damage.
A Chinese vessel carrying fuel oil and coal sank near Sakhalin (video).

A Chinese vessel carrying fuel oil and coal sank near Sakhalin (video).

The Chinese vessel "Ang Yang-2" has met with an accident near Sakhalin. The freighter sustained a hull breach and ran aground close to the Russian port of Nevelsk.
Last night, the alert in the Rivne region lasted longer than any other since the start of the invasion, according to the Regional Military Administration.

Last night, the alert in the Rivne region lasted longer than any other since the start of the invasion, according to the Regional Military Administration.

On the night of February 9, Russia launched drone attacks on the Rivne region. The alert in the area lasted longer than any other since the onset of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
North Korea has dispatched thousands of workers to Russia, according to South Korean intelligence.

North Korea has dispatched thousands of workers to Russia, according to South Korean intelligence.

North Korea sent thousands of workers to Russia last year, which violates a United Nations Security Council resolution.
In Dnipropetrovsk region, an accident occurred due to Russian shelling, leaving residents without gas supply.

In Dnipropetrovsk region, an accident occurred due to Russian shelling, leaving residents without gas supply.

On the night of February 9, Russians launched attacks on several areas of the Dnipropetrovsk region. As a result of the strikes, residents of three villages were left without gas.
Test-driving the Volkswagen Tiguan: exploring electric features in a diesel crossover.

Test-driving the Volkswagen Tiguan: exploring electric features in a diesel crossover.

Since the launch of the first Tiguan in 2007, nearly 8 million crossovers from both generations have been sold worldwide, making it the company’s most popular model. As a result, the Volkswagen developers had no room for error when creating the new model in a segment characterized by fierce competition. Journalists from RBK-Ukraine Auto discovered how they managed to impress discerning customers.
Russians near Pokrovsk lost more in a month than during the Second Chechen War, according to the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

Russians near Pokrovsk lost more in a month than during the Second Chechen War, according to the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

In just one month near Pokrovsk, Russia has lost more personnel than during the entire duration of the Second Chechen War, which lasted ten years from 1999 to 2009.
Nuclear energy ensures low electricity rates, which is why Ukrainians support it, according to an economist.

Nuclear energy ensures low electricity rates, which is why Ukrainians support it, according to an economist.

80% of Ukrainians are in favor of completing the construction of the Khmelnytsky Nuclear Power Plant, as they recognize that nuclear energy leads to consistently low tariffs.
Toretsk is under Ukrainian Armed Forces control. It's been revealed why Russians are lying about the "capture" of the city.

Toretsk is under Ukrainian Armed Forces control. It's been revealed why Russians are lying about the "capture" of the city.

The city of Toretsk in the Donetsk region remains under the control of Defense Forces. The false claim of the city being "captured" was fabricated by the Russians to "mask" their losses in the Kursk region.
Zelensky identified three key factors sustaining Russia's military production.

Zelensky identified three key factors sustaining Russia's military production.

Occupants launch daily attacks on Ukraine. This is made possible by Russia's military production, which relies on three key factors.
The British Prime Minister has urgently dismissed the Health Minister amid a scandal.

The British Prime Minister has urgently dismissed the Health Minister amid a scandal.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has dismissed Health Minister Andrew Gwynne due to unethical messages exchanged by Gwynne on WhatsApp.
Trump revoked access to classified information for Blinken and Sullivan, according to Reuters.

Trump revoked access to classified information for Blinken and Sullivan, according to Reuters.

U.S. President Donald Trump revoked access to classified information for former Secretary of State Anthony Blinken. He made the same decision regarding former National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan.
In Kyiv, water bills have surged fourfold, with the water utility attributing the increase to a system malfunction.

In Kyiv, water bills have surged fourfold, with the water utility attributing the increase to a system malfunction.

Residents of Kyiv have received water bills reflecting a higher rate. "Kyivvodokanal" denies any price increase and attributes the issue to a system malfunction.
Iran responded to Trump's intention to sign a new nuclear deal.

Iran responded to Trump's intention to sign a new nuclear deal.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran will not allow a repetition of the United States' failure to comply with the previous JCPOA agreement. He emphasized that negotiations should be conducted wisely.
Cars with automatic transmissions in winter: tips to prevent issues on slippery roads.

Cars with automatic transmissions in winter: tips to prevent issues on slippery roads.

An automatic transmission is generally convenient and beneficial, but there are situations where it demands specific knowledge and skills from the driver. Driving on slippery roads is one such scenario. How can you handle a car with an automatic transmission when the wheels are on ice or packed snow?
Russians attempted to hang their flag in Toretsk, but Ukrainian forces thwarted them with gunfire (video).

Russians attempted to hang their flag in Toretsk, but Ukrainian forces thwarted them with gunfire (video).

On February 9, the occupiers attempted to hang the Russian flag over a mine in Toretsk. However, the Armed Forces of Ukraine responded with fire, thwarting their plans.