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Russia's adaptability to US sanctions stymied their effectiveness, economists say

Sep. 25, 2024 21:03 PM EDT

WASHINGTON (AP) — Waves of sanctions imposed by the Biden administration after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine haven’t inflicted the devastating blow to Moscow’s economy that some had expected. In a new report, two researchers are offering reasons why. Oleg Itskhoki of Harvard...

Italy's culture minister resigns after admitting an affair with a ministry consultant

Sep. 06, 2024 16:52 PM EDT

MILAN (AP) — Italy’s culture minister resigned Friday days after tearfully acknowledging an affair with a ministry consultant that embarrassed Premier Giorgia Meloni's government. After standing by him for nearly two weeks as the scandal brewed, Meloni accepted the resignation...