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With tensions between U.S. and Russia high here on Earth, space partnership remains intact — for nowTensions between the U.S. and Russia are high as the U.S. imposed strict sanctions in the wake of the Russian military’s invasion of Ukraine, but some 150 miles above Earth an important partnership between the U.S. and Russia remains: the International Space Station. Historically, the partnership between the U.S. and Russia has transcended political tension here on Earth. That relationship could soon erode.
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Disney, Sony, Warner Bros., Paramount and Universal are pausing the theatrical releases of their films in Russia.
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Total Wine & More stores also have removed all Russian-made products from store shelves
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The FAA's order prohibiting Russian flights from entering U.S. airspace is now in effect. Russia is expected to respond in kind, forcing airlines to take longer routes around the massive country
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Kremlin-backed news outlets RT and Sputnik have become flashpoints for social media companies that are under pressure to curb the spread of Russian propaganda and disinformation.
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Russia's central bank sharply raised a benchmark interest rate to combat steep losses in the ruble's value as sanctions crimp Russian economic activity.
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Star performers at the famed New York opera house, including soprano Anna Netrebko and conductor Valery Gergiev, have been closely associated with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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A growing number of world leaders are preparing responses to Russia's invasion of Ukraine that include both sanctions and humanitarian aid.
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The Russian invasion stirs international condemnation, roils global markets and a promise by Ukraine's president to defend the country.
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The president called Russia's recognition of two Ukrainian regions a "flagrant violation of international law" and announced sanctions targeting Russia's ability to do business with the West.
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Russia's action was universally condemned in an emergency U.N. Security Council meeting, which concluded with no action taken.
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Biden has agreed to meet with the Russian leader "in principle" if Russia does not invade Ukraine, the White House said, but Russia appears to be pursuing plans for a "full-scale assault" very soon.