Putin Admits Russian Health Workers Face Protective Gear Shortages
Vladimir Putin said despite Russia ramping up PPE production and imports, "it's still not enough compared to what is needed now."

UK nurses, ambulance crews strike, straining health system
Unions are seeking a pay raise for the current year, but the government says it will only talk about the year ahead.
By Frank Augstein / AP
Former Israeli PM: Putin promised not to kill Zelenskyy
Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett became one of the few Western leaders to meet President Vladimir Putin during the war.
By Tsafrir Abayov / AP
Europe bans Russian diesel, other oil products over Ukraine
The new sanctions create uncertainty about prices as the European Union finds new supplies of diesel from the U.S., Middle East and India.
By Michael Probst / APTop Stories

UK watchdog says Microsoft's Activision deal hurts gamers
Britain's Competition and Markets Authority says the deal could result in "harming U.K. gamers who cannot afford expensive consoles."
By Swayne B. Hall / AP
GOP on GOP: Romney scolds Santos, 'You don't belong here'
Santos' presence at the center aisle to see and be seen during President Biden's State of the Union address was met with stern criticism from Romney.
By Patrick Semansky / AP
How to save on Valentine's Day flowers, as inflation hits roses hard
When factoring in delivery costs, roses can now cost over $100. But other options are affordable and just as sweet for Valentine's Day celebrations.
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