Author: TheSunTribune Staff

According to reports, explosions and a subsequent fire occurred overnight in the Russian city of Tuapse in Krasnodar Krai. The explosions were followed by a fire at a Rosneft oil refinery. Local authorities confirmed on the VK social network site that there was a “cotton” (an explosion) at the oil refinery, but reassured citizens that there was no cause for concern. A photo of the fire was also published online, with Russian Telegram channels reporting that the windows of nearby houses were blown out. The administration of Tuapse reported that a fire was contained to an area of 200 square…

The Tragedy of Alabama Basketball’s Heel Turn The past few weeks have brought a tragedy and a heel turn for the University of Alabama’s men’s basketball team. Following the death of Jamea Jonae Harris in Tuscaloosa, the investigation into the shooting revealed that Alabama’s Brandon Miller had brought the gun to the scene, at the request of Darius Miles, another Tide player allegedly present at the scene. Though Miller was not charged with any crime, he was still at the center of the investigation and his involvement was a source of outrage for many. To make matters worse, during team…

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles has been forced to admit he was “mistaken” about his college degree after questions were raised about whether he had embellished his education. Ogles said this week he wasn’t made aware of the mistake until he requested his transcript from Middle Tennessee State University to verify his degree. It turns out that his degree was not in international relations as he had claimed, but in Liberal Studies with minors in Political Science and English. The controversy comes after U.S. Rep. George Santos of New York has faced numerous calls for his…

Bryan Cranston has been using his platform to speak out about important issues, and his latest appearance on CNN’s “Who’s Talking to Chris Wallace?” was no exception. When asked about the MAGA slogan, Cranston said it could be construed as racist and that we should have a serious discussion about how we got to the point where we were OK with slavery. Cranston’s comments were praised and criticized online, but he has been a vocal opponent of Trump in the past and has threatened to leave the country if the then-candidate were elected. He was also asked about critical race…

The Kerch bridge, connecting mainland Russia to the Crimean peninsula, has been a major source of tension in the region since Russia illegally annexed Crimea in 2014. For the past five years, the bridge has been a symbol of Russian occupation and a reminder of the injustice of Moscow’s actions. Now, finally, there is hope that the bridge can be destroyed, and the Russian occupation of Crimea could be brought to an end. General Ben Hodges, former commander of US forces in Europe, has proposed a strategy to achieve this. He suggests that Ukraine first isolate the peninsula by precision…

As the Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder mulls over the decision to sell the team, tensions are reportedly beginning to rise between Snyder and other owners. According to the Washington Post, Snyder has asked for indemnity from any future legal liability or expenses should he decide to sell the team – a demand which has reportedly infuriated some owners and the Commissioner Roger Goodell. The Post also reported that owners may try to force Snyder to sell the team if he does not do so voluntarily. Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is said to be attempting to broker a deal…

The Calgary Flames and Colorado Avalanche put on a show on Saturday night, and it was all thanks to Milan Lucic and Kurtis MacDermid. The two heavyweights went toe-to-toe in an epic battle that had everyone on the edge of their seats. Lucic, a veteran of 34 years in the NHL, was the clear winner of the fight. He landed a powerful right-hander that sent MacDermid to the ice, and it was one of the most entertaining fights of the season. The Flames have lost seven of their last 10 games, and their upcoming schedule doesn’t get any easier. They…

Following an investigation, several members of a police department are resigning after the police chief was arrested and replaced. The Clinch County Sheriff’s Office held a special city council meeting on Saturday to appoint the interim Homerville police chief, James Herndon. This came after the arrest of former Chief of Police at the Homerville Police department, Dearin “Mack” Drury, 40, for an incident on February 19th where he allegedly mishandled evidence at the department. The Clinch County Sheriff’s Office then began investigating Drury’s alleged misconduct. During the meeting, Homerville command staff and other police officers turned in their resignations. In…

The sudden and tragic death of 28-year-old Jansen Panettiere, younger brother of actor Hayden Panettiere, has left the family heartbroken and many wondering what circumstances led to his death. According to the Medical Examiner, Jansen died due to cardiomegaly (enlarged heart) and aortic valve complications. Cardiomegaly is a condition that affects millions of Americans, although it is much more common for older adults than for someone of Jansen’s age. The American Heart Association’s Dr. Shriprasad R. Deshpande explains that cardiomegaly occurs when the chambers of the heart become enlarged, leading to less effective pumping of the heart and eventually causing…