Here’s the latest for Saturday, February 2nd.
World
Putin: Russia will abandon nuclear arms treaty
Russia will abandon a centerpiece nuclear arms treaty, following in the footsteps of the United States, but will only deploy intermediate-range nuclear missiles if Washington does so, President Vladimir Putin said Saturday. (Feb. 2)
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American producer hoping to save his ancestral home
The actor, screenwriter and producer swapped his Los Angeles lifestyle for the English countryside in an effort to save his family’s 50,000-foot estate.
Trump administration withdraws from nuclear weapons treaty, accuses Russia of violations
Critics said abandoning the 32-year-old treaty will spark a new arms race, undermine American credibility,and put Europe at risk of Russian aggression.
This incredible drone footage should help put your shark fears to rest
If you’re one of those people that’s worried about getting attacked by a shark while at the beach, this may ease your worries.
Deadly banana virus could wipe out America’s favorite fruit
The Banana Streak Virus could spell the end for the yellow fruit. Buzz60’s Tony Spitz has the details.
Remnants of lost South African city discovered
The remnants of a lost city have been found on the outskirts of Johannesburg in South Africa.
Trump administration expected to withdraw United States from INF treaty
The Trump administration is poised to announce Friday that it is withdrawing from a treaty that has been a centerpiece of superpower arms control since the Cold War and whose demise some analysts worry could fuel a new arms race.
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Senate advances bill warning against ‘precipitous withdrawal’ from Syria and Afghanistan
The Senate sent a rare warning shot to President Trump, pushing back against his plans to withdraw U.S. troops from Syria and Afghanistan.
King Tut’s tomb reopens after nearly a decade-long renovation
The famous tomb of King Tut has reopened after an extensive renovation period of nearly 10 years. Veuer’s Justin Kircher has the details.