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Nearly 170 rare books by Russian classics stolen in Europe — newspaper
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Nearly 170 rare books by Russian classics stolen in Europe — newspaper

LONDON, October 8. /TASS/. Around 170 books by Russian authors were stolen in Europe in 2022-2023, causing $3.3 million in damages, The Guardian reported. According to the newspaper, the books were stolen from libraries in Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Finland, France, the Czech Republic, Switzerland, and Estonia. The thieves mainly stole works by Alexander Pushkin (1799-1837). In December 2022, Latvian law enforcement officials identified a suspect using DNA analysis. The suspect was revealed to be Beqa Tsirekidze, a Georgian citizen. Tools for restoring books and library cards from Vienna, Vilnius, Kiev, Munich, and Paris were seized from him. According to The Guardian, Tsirekidze had previously been convicted of theft and had experience working in the antiques trade. He refused to say whether he acted alone or as part of a criminal group and refused to name the customers or organizers of the crime. In 2023, two more suspects were detained in Poland. In 2024, an international investigation team was set up under the auspices of Eurojust, comprising investigators from Lithuania, Poland, France, Switzerland, and Georgia. Law enforcement officers discovered that Tsirekidze had stolen more than ten books by Pushkin in Tallinn, some of which date back to the nineteenth century. According to the newspaper, he simply did not return them. In other cases, such as in Riga, thieves had to remove the magnetic strips from the books. In Poland, antique books were not marked with a magnetic strip, so the alarm did not go off when they were taken out of the library. By February 2025, five individuals had been convicted of stealing works by Russian authors in eight European Union countries.

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Oil depot on fire in northern Ukraine
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Oil depot on fire in northern Ukraine

MOSCOW, October 8. /TASS/. An oil depot is on fire in Ukraine’s northern Chernigov Region, regional administration head Vyacheslav Chaus said. According to him, the oil depot is located in the city of Priluki. Chaus also said that rail facilities had been damaged in Nezhin. Besides, damage to an energy facility has caused emergency power outages in the city. The regional power supplier said earlier that over 4,500 customers had been left without electricity due to damage to an energy facility in Nezhin. In addition, rail traffic in the area was facing disruptions; several train routes were changed and trains to the Ukrainian capital of Kiev were cancelled.

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This Shark Cordless Vacuum Works ‘Much Better’ Than Dyson — and It’s 50% Off at Amazon Right Now
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This Shark Cordless Vacuum Works ‘Much Better’ Than Dyson — and It’s 50% Off at Amazon Right Now

Still hauling out a heavy upright vacuum to clean everyday messes and dust buildup? Consider grabbing this slim cordless vacuum while it’s on sale. Right now, the Shark IX141 Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum is $151 off at Amazon. The stick vacuum weighs just 6 pounds and has a swivel head and low profile, making it easy to guide around tight corners and under furniture. Despite its lightweight design, it's packed with power that sucks up pet hair, dust, crumbs, and other messes from hard floors and carpets. Plus, it has LED headlights that light up debris in poorly lit areas. Shark IX141 Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum Other convenient features? On a full charge, the vacuum runs for up to 40 minutes. It also has an extra-large dust cup that empties with a push of a button. The device converts into a handheld vacuum for above-floor cleaning. To tackle hard-to-reach areas, it comes with several handy attachments. Use the wand to reach window sills and curtains, and opt for the pet multi-tool to lift pet hair from stairs and upholstered furniture. The vacuum has a seal of approval from PEOPLE’s shopping director, Laura Gurfein, who reviewed it for at least six months. “[It] makes such a difference on the light-colored rugs in my living room and entryway,” Gurfein previously said. “It sucks up dirt, my dog’s hair, my hair, the occasional critter, and all other sorts of debris both large and small so effectively, my rugs are visibly brighter after just a few minutes of vacuuming.” Also a hit with Amazon shoppers, the vacuum has racked up more than 7,600 five-star ratings. Reviewers call out that it’s “easy to maneuver,” “incredibly quiet,” and has “great suction.” Some reviewers even prefer it over vacuums from pricer brands. “This works extremely well,” one user shared. “It cleans much better than my Dyson.” “The vacuum picks up pet hair effortlessly, and the light feature is a fantastic addition — it helps me find hidden dust and fur,” wrote another shopper, who previously owned a Dyson. Head to Amazon to score savings on the Shark IX141 Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum before the deal disappears. Then keep scrolling to check out more vacuum deals at Amazon. Shop More Vacuum Deals at Amazon Shark NV360 Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe Upright Vacuum iRobot Roomba Vac Robot Vacuum Black and Decker AdvancedClean+ Pet Handheld Vacuum

Isabel Garcia
'I tried Martin Lewis-approved £30 way to stay warm at night without heating'
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'I tried Martin Lewis-approved £30 way to stay warm at night without heating'

As the weather gets colder, the temptation to whack the heating on full blast is real; however, with energy bills increasing by 2% according to the Homeowners Alliance, some householders will be trying to do everything they can to avoid turning the central heating on. Although some on social media have admitted they've already cracked and put it on as early as September, Martin Lewis recommends that you "heat the person and not the home" if you want to save cash, and it really does make sense. Because of this, I'm mindful to pop a jumper on if I'm feeling chilly, or make the most of my Ugg slippers. But if at bedtime I'm still feeling cold, I'll turn on my electric mattress topper. Receiving one as a gift years ago was a complete and utter game-changer for me, and it's made my evenings much more toasty. I've already used it this year! It's also saved me money in the long run. Confusingly, electric mattress toppers are often mistaken for electric blankets so, if you've overlooked the former, now is the time to consider investing in one. But electric blankets can be stunning to cosy up under, too. I've had my electric mattress topper for a number of years now and, not to be dramatic, but I can't imagine life without it. My original electric mattress topper was rather pricey, retailing at £119 from Dreamland in 2022. Now it costs £124.99. However, if mine were to break (God forbid!), not only would I be gutted, but I'd simply be unable to justify such a high price point. To make sure I had a backup mattress topper (just in case!) I decided to buy a Dunelm alternative for £30, which I didn't have mega high expectations for before, as it's significantly cheaper than my original. The cost of running electric mattress toppers According to Uswitch, electric blankets cost mere pennies to run continuously for an hour. The actual amount of electricity consumed and how much that costs you will ultimately depend on the blanket’s own heat settings, which usually range from 18°C to 56°C, and how long it takes to reach the desired temperature. The most obvious use for an electric blanket is to warm your bed before you go to sleep, Uswitch shares. There are several ways to do this, including: Turning it on to full heat 10-15 minutes before going to bed and then switching it off Putting it on at a low heat setting for up to 2 hours before retiring for the night, then leaving it on a minimal setting all night. Most electric blankets consume no more than 300 watts, and some single blankets as little as 40W when on their highest setting. Their energy usage falls significantly when the electric blanket is switched to its lowest setting, making it possible to heat a bed for 7 to 8 hours a night for as little as 1p, or £3.66 a year, when the blanket is set to its minimum heat setting. How much your electric blanket costs to run over an extended period depends on its energy rating, what temperature you set it to, and how long you use it each night. It can cost as little as £30 per year to run if you use it on the lowest setting, according to the July 2025 price cap. I have nothing bad to say about my Dreamland mattress topper at all. It heats just half of the bed, meaning, if your partner prefers to be cold, then they can do their own thing whilst you're toasty and warm. It prevents any late-night arguments - put it that way! Compared to the Dreamland version, the Dunelm topper only has three settings, whereas its pricier counterpart has six. This made me a little apprehensive about trying the cheaper alternative, but I was determined to give it a fair chance. I rather enjoy putting it on its highest setting (six) while I clean my teeth and do my skincare routine, so by the time I get into bed, it's nice and toasty. While I read in bed, I'll usually turn it down to a four, and then I'll pop it on a two or three to actually sleep. Sometimes, I'll just heat it up with a six, though, and then turn it off if it's not that cold. The Dunelm mattress topper has a less complicated-looking remote than the other, as it has fewer things going on, making it look more "basic". But sometimes basic isn't a bad thing. The remote also looks cheaper, but given that it can save you such a large amount of money, I'd say it's a minor bugbear. When unpacking the Dunelm option, I was feeling a little unsure. I was convinced that nothing could compare to my expensive model. Surprisingly, Dunelm went and blew me away with their £30 offering, and it wasn't in the way I was expecting. Trying the Dunelm mattress topper Because my Dreamland blanket is in the main bedroom, I opted to put the Dunelm version in the guest bedroom and decided to spend a warm (but lonely) night in there to test it out to see what it had to offer. As I would normally, I set the electric blanket on its highest setting and went to get ready for bed. I proceeded to tentatively peel back the covers and get in, and I was left gobsmacked. It was toasty warm - not quite as warm as the other mattress topper, but it was definitely more than I was expecting. It may be £89 cheaper, but that doesn't mean that it's any less mighty, and it left me questioning whether the more expensive one was actually worth it. £89 is not to be sniffed at, especially as the cost of everything rises around us. I decided to save my judgment for the morning; however, changed the setting to a two, and settled in for the evening. In the manual, one is low heat, two is medium heat, and three is high heat, so I was happy with a medium so I didn't overheat during the night. And, the medium heat was just fine throughout the night. I wouldn't say it beat the Dreamland one, but it's definitely functional and would be just fine to use daily - especially if you're a mattress topper novice. The Dunelm topper seemed to heat up in fewer places than the Dreamland one, but it was easy enough to find the heat and get comfortable. Of course, there's also the fact that this could save you a lot of money during the cold winters. Thirty pounds may seem like a lot of cash to spend upfront, especially if you've never felt the benefits of the product, but you'll save at least that in just a week of opting for your mattress topper, rather than keeping the heating on all night long. Would you try a heated mattress topper? Let us know in the comments...

Danielle Kate Wroe
Victoria Beckham 'awkward' admission as 'intimate' details shared in Netflix documentary
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Victoria Beckham 'awkward' admission as 'intimate' details shared in Netflix documentary

Fans of Victoria Beckham have something exciting to look forward to as a Netflix documentary about her journey to stardom premieres today (Wednesday, October 8). This three-part series is produced by the team behind the Emmy-winning Beckham and the acclaimed director of Becoming, the Michelle Obama documentary. Netflix announced the news via a post on X, with the streaming platform's official synopsis stating: "Step into Victoria Beckham's London atelier, as the Spice Girl -turned-powerhouse designer opens up about her life while preparing for Paris Fashion Week ." The series provides an insight into the world of the 51-year-old singer turned fashion mogul and spouse of renowned English ex-footballer David Beckham . Fans responded with enthusiasm to Netflix's announcement on X . One simply declared: "Can't wait." Another commented: "Still my fav Spice girl. Victoria's 2000's doc-u series were always funny. I'm really excited to watch this." Social media agency Truffle Social remarked: "Oh yes! Our fave, we're so ready for this!" A devoted admirer shared: "I cannot wait for this. I find @victoriabeckham to be a perfect example of true grit and hard work. "She wasn't the best singer, but damn, she worked hard, loves her family, and has a good, clean living life. She is beautiful, funny and has struck gold in life." Speaking in the trailer for the documentary, Victoria reveals sides of herself that fans haven't witnessed before as she said: "That uncool kid at school that was awkward, that was me. "But I desperately wanted to be liked [and] have a sense of worth." The style icon continues to discuss how fashion served as a "creative outlet" for her but she wasn't taken seriously initially, with people viewing her as just a pop star wed to a footballer. Featuring a mixture of personal archive footage, behind-the-scenes moments, and frank interviews, Victoria, from Harlow, Essex hopes to provide a more intimate portrayal of the celebrity who has spent decades in the public eye. She shot to stardom in the 1990s as part of the legendary girl group, the Spice Girls, where she was dubbed 'Posh Spice' but the band disbanded in 2001. Victoria moved into fashion and established her debut label in 2008 before broadening her empire to include luxury accessories, handbags, sunglasses, and a thriving beauty line, Victoria Beckham Beauty. The ex-singer later earned worldwide acclaim as a respected and influential force in the fashion world. She is also widely recognised for her marriage to David Beckham, whom she married in 1999, and shares four children with, Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz and Harper. However, speculation of a rift has been circulating for months after Victoria and David's eldest son, Brooklyn, is thought to have 'quit' the Beckham family.

Rahima Miah

Collaborative study explores interactions between stress, familial relationships

Humans exhibit resilience every day, said Colorado State University Associate Professor Kimberly French, who researches and explores the relationships between stress and relationships among family members. In her most recent study, published in the Journal of Applied Psychology, French collaborated with researchers across the United States to examine how compounding stress transfers between parents and...The post Collaborative study explores interactions between stress, familial relationships appeared first on The Rocky Mountain Collegian.

Chloe Rios, Staff Reporter
Score! Our favorite Geekom mini PCs are on sale for Prime Day
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Score! Our favorite Geekom mini PCs are on sale for Prime Day

We're entering the final day of October Prime Day and if you're looking for deals on a mini PC, Amazon is slashing the price of some of the best mini PCs we've tested. For example, right now you can get the Geekom Mini IT12 for just $364 at Amazon. That's 15% off a PC we called an easy recommendation for budget-minded buyers. Below I've rounded up three of my favorite deals in Amazon's Geekom Prime Day sale. Quick Links shop all Geekom deals at AmazonGeekom Mini IT12: was $429 now $364Geekom Mini IT13: was $659 now $560Geekom GT1 Mega AI Mini PC: was $899 now $829 Prime Day Geekom Deals

Louis Ramirez

Lesh: Leave grocery shoppers alone at the exit

Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian or its editorial board. At many Walmart locations, leaving the store means one more stop: talking to an employee at the exit who asks to see your receipt. For some, it’s a...The post Lesh: Leave grocery shoppers alone at the exit appeared first on The Rocky Mountain Collegian.

Maci Lesh, Collegian Columnist
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