Ukraine says it shot down 33,000 Russian drones in March, a monthly record

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine used interceptor systems to shoot down more than 33,000 Russian drones of various types in March, a record monthly figure since Moscow launched itsall-out invasionmore than four years ago, Ukraine’s defense minister claimed.

Meanwhile, Ukraine’s domestically developedlong-range attack dronesstruck a Russian oil refinery and terminal on the Black Sea for the third time in less than two weeks, prompting the evacuation of local people as a precautionary measure.

Ukraine has developed cutting-edge and battle-testeddrone technologythat has proved essential in holding back Russia’s bigger army and has drawn military interest from around the world.

Interceptor drones as part of a comprehensive air defense system are now being sought byMiddle East and Gulf countriesamid the Iran war, according to Ukrainian officials.

Ukraine is scaling up supplies of interceptor drones to thwart Russian aerial attacks, and its military has introduced a new command within the air force to boost the country’s capabilities, Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said in a post on Telegram late Monday.

Ukraine’s offensive capabilities have also improved, with the Defense Ministry saying Tuesday that the country’s forces have more than doubled the range of their deep-strike capabilities since Russia’s February 2022 invasion.

At that time, Ukrainian forces were able to hit military targets about 630 kilometers (400 miles) away, it said. They are now striking targets as far as roughly 1,750 kilometers (1,100 miles) behind enemy lines, the ministry said in a statement.

That improvement has allowed Ukraine tohit Russian oil installationsthat provide crucial revenue for Moscow’s war effort. It has also targeted manufacturing plants that supply Russia’s armed forces.

Ukraine struck a Russian oil refinery at the Black Sea port of Tuapse for the third time this month in a coordinated operation involving multiple branches of the country’s defense and security services, Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces said Tuesday

The two strikes earlier this month destroyed 24 oil storage tanks and damaged four others, it said.

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Independent verification of the claims was not possible.

People who live near the Tuapse refinery were being evacuated Tuesday, Krasnodar Gov. Veniamin Kondratyev said. He didn’t provide any details about how many people were being evacuated or for how long.

The Russian Defense Ministry said Tuesday its air defenses overnight intercepted 186 Ukrainian drones over Russian regions, the annexed Crimea and the Black and the Azov seas.

In the Belgorod region on the border with Ukraine, three people were killed and three more were wounded in a drone attack, Gov. Vyacheslav Gladkov said.

Russian drone attacks on Ukraine, meanwhile, killed three civilians and wounded five others, Ukrainian authorities said.

Two people were killed in the city of Chuhuiv in the northeastern Kharkiv region, according to the head of the regional military administration Oleh Syniehubov.

A 40-year-old man died and five other men sustained injuries in Kryvyi Rih, the home town of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Another Russian attack on Konotop, in Ukraine’s northern Sumy region, knocked out the city’s power and water supply.

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‘Dances With Wolves’ actor Nathan Chasing Horse sentenced to life in prison for sexual assault

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Nathan Chasing Horse has been sentenced to life in prison for sexually assaulting Indigenous women and girls.

A Nevada judge gave the “Dances With Wolves” actor his sentence Monday. Ajury had previously convicted himof 13 charges, mostly related to sexual assault. He was accused by three women, including one who was 14 when the assaults began. He was acquitted on some charges.

Accusers and their families told Judge Jessica Peterson they continue to suffer from the trauma caused by Chasing Horse and struggle with their faith after he exploited his position as a spiritual leader.

Chasing Horse, wearing his navy blue Clark County Detention Center uniform, stared straight ahead as victims read their statements. He denied the charges against him.

“This is a miscarriage of justice,” he told the judge on Monday.

Other charges in Canada are still pending

The sentencing wraps a yearslong effort to prosecute the former actor after he was first arrested and indicted in 2023. That initial arrest reverberated around Indian Country, with law enforcement in other states and Canada following up with more criminal charges. Those charges are still pending.

The British Columbia Prosecution Service said Chasing Horse was charged with sexual assault in February 2023, though the date of the alleged offense took place in September 2018 near Keremeos, a village about four hours east of Vancouver. In November 2023, the case paused due to Chasing Horse’s charges in the United States, but resumed the following year.

After all of Chasing Horse’s appeals have been exhausted, British Columbia prosecutors will assess next steps, Damienne Darby, communications counsel for the British Columbia Prosecution Service, said in an email.

A warrant against Chasing Horse remains outstanding in Alberta, the Tsuut’ina Nation Police Service in Alberta said in a statement following Chasing Horse’s conviction in January. The Tsuut’ina Nation Police Service said that it is in contact with the Alberta Crown Prosecutors Office regarding the warrant.

January trial focuses on his role as spiritual leader

Chasing Horse was born on the Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota, which is home to the Sicangu Sioux, one of the seven tribes of the Lakota nation. Following his appearance as the young Sioux tribe member Smiles a Lot in Kevin Costner’s Oscar-winning film “Dances With Wolves,” Chasing Horse traveled across Indian Country to attend powwows and perform healing ceremonies.

During his trial, Nevada prosecutors said Chasing Horse used his reputation as a Lakota medicine man to prey on Indigenous women and girls.

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Deputy District Attorney Bianca Pucci told the jury that for almost 20 years, Chasing Horse “spun a web of abuse” that ensnared many women.

Jurors heard from three women who said Chasing Horse sexually assaulted them. The jury returned guilty verdicts on some charges related to all three.

Multiple victims described how they participated in his ceremonies or went to Chasing Horse for medical help.

Corena Leone-LaCroix, one of the victims, was 14 in 2012 when Chasing Horse allegedly told her the spirits wanted her to give up her virginity to save her mother, who was diagnosed with cancer. He then sexually assaulted her and told her that if she told anyone, her mother would die, according to Pucci. The sexual assaults continued for years, Pucci said. The Associated Press typically does not use the name of alleged sexual assault victims unless they come forward publicly, as Leone-LaCroix has.

Chasing Horse denied the allegations and his attorney questioned the main accuser’s credibility, calling her a “scorned woman.” His attorney had filed a motion for a new trial, arguing that a witness was not qualified to talk about grooming and that the statute of limitations had expired. That motion was denied.

Victims and their family members testified that they struggle with their faith as a result of Chasing Horse’s actions. The mothers of the victims said Chasing Horse betrayed their trust and abused sacred traditions.

“Even to this day I struggle to regain my faith and spirituality,” a victim’s mother said.

One victim said she still faces complications after suffering an ectopic pregnancy as a result of the assault and being forced to undergo surgery.

“I am choosing to see this moment as a fresh start. I will rebuild my life, reclaim my voice and continue fighting for the future I deserve,” one victim said.

Dr. Crystal Lee, CEO and founder of the organization United Natives, which offers services to victims of sexual abuse, said she hopes the victims find peace with the sentencing. Lee said Chasing Horse’s case shows the importance of holding high-profile perpetrators accountable, and believing the victims involved.

Chasing Horse used his status as an actor and medicine man to prey on victims, similarly to other faith leaders who abuse their power, Lee said.

“I think it makes us question who we trust and why we trust,” Lee said.

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Timothée Chalamet Slammed By Fans Over “Jerk” Move Toward Tina Fey

Timothée Chalametwas slammed online after some critics claimed he was showing a serious lack of manners next toTina Fey.

The actor, 30, watched theNew York Knicks gameon Tuesday, April 28, with theSaturday Night Livelegend, 55, on his right and his girlfriendKylie Jenner, 28, on his left.

“No manners at all. Who is this guy?” one commenter wrote online.

Timothée Chalamet was slammed online after some critics claimed he was showing a serious lack of manners next to Tina Fey

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For someone sitting next to comedy royalty, some fans expected Timothée Chalamet to be on his best behavior.

But instead, critics accused him of ditching basic manners.

They expressed outrage, claiming he wasmanspreading next to Tina Feywhile watching the New York Knicks dominate the Atlanta Hawks with a 126-97 victory.

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Ben Stiller and his wife Christine Taylor, actor Tracy Morgan, andother celebrities were also in the crowd, watching Game 5 in the opening round of the playoffs.

During the celebrity-packed game, fans tsk-tsked as Chalamet sat with his legs apart next to Fey.

“Holy manspreading. Damn, that’s really rude,” one said.

Another wrote, “The absolute audacity to manspread into Tina Fey.”

“Tina is over it,” said another.

“No manners at all. Who is this guy?” one commenter wrote online

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“Timothée acting like he’s at home on the couch! Somebody tell Timothée Chalamet this isn’t a legroom competition with Tina Fey,” said another.

“Both men beside Tina are man-spreading and literally squishing her legs,” said one fan as she sat between theDunestar and her30 Rockco-star Tracy Morgan.

Another wrote, “She is squeezed in there, damn.”

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Others claimed he had his legs apart to protect the three drinks he had placed on the floor.

“He’s not manspreading, he’s trying to not spill those three drinks on the court,” one said.

“He has three drinks between his legs,” wrote another. “He needs the space, she’ll be ight.”

Chalamet and Jenner were first romantically linked in April 2023 and have made multiple public appearances together

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Chalamet and his girlfriend Kylie Jenner seemed to be enjoying their date night at Madison Square Garden.

TheMarty Supremestar wore a zip-up hoodie and Timberland boots and had a Knicks hat to top off his look. Meanwhile, his girlfriend wore an all-white ensemble, composed of a simple tank top and jeans with rhinestones.

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Jenner and Chalamet were first romantically linked in April 2023, several months after the beauty mogul split from rapper Travis Scott, with whom she shares daughter Stormi and son Aire.

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Since they were seen kissing at a Beyoncé concert in early September, 2023, they have mademultiple public appearancestogether, with Jenner being a staple next to Chalamet at this year’s awards season.

The Kylie Cosmetics founder was recently asked about her favorite Chalamet movie

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Jenner was asked by Kid Cudi during an April 1 episode of hisBig Brodigital series about herfavorite movies starring her boyfriend.

“That’s hard for me because I feel like I really love them all,” she said. “ButCall Me by Your Nameis pretty, like, perfect. It’s just pretty perfect.”

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Netizens joked about Jenner looking bored during Tuesday’s game, which came days after the Kylie Cosmetics founder was seenpartying it up at Coachella.

“Only he could drag her to a basketball court,” one said.

“The fact he looked like a statue at Coachella while kylie had the time of her life makes this even better like they will do everything together even if it’s not a mutual interest,” another joked.

“When you love your man,” quipped another, “but your social battery is running out.”

Pictures of Timothée Chalamet next to Tina Fey and Kylie Jenner at the games sparked strong feelings online

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Megan Thee Stallion exiting 'Moulin Rouge!' early after Klay Thompson split

Megan Thee Stallionis making an early exit from "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" on Broadway.

The "Hiss" rapper, 31,announcedshe will leave the production more than two weeks sooner than planned. In a statement shared on Instagram, she said her last performance as Zidler will be on Friday, May 1. She was originally scheduled to play the role until Sunday, May 17.

"It's been such an honor to be part of thee Moulin Rouge family and I've met so many amazing people in this theater!" she wrote. "Y'all work so hard and I have so much respect for the dedication, the stamina, the work ethic, the time and the effort y'all put into the work! I'm so grateful for the cast and crew that made this experience so meaningful. And to all the Hotties that showed up or planned to attend, thank you for supporting me during this incredible journey! I LOVE YALL🥹 See you soon 💙."

She did not provide a reason for leaving the show early.

But the announcement came a few days afterMegan Thee Stallion confirmed her breakup with NBA star Klay Thompson. On April 25, she appeared to call out the Dallas Mavericks player in an Instagram story, writing, "Holding you down through all your HORRIBLE mood swings and treatment towards me during your basketball season now you don't know if you can be 'monogamous'????"

She subsequently confirmed the end of the relationship in a statement shared with USA TODAY. The pair had gone public with the romance in July.

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"I've made the decision to end my relationship with Klay," she said. "Trust, fidelity and respect are non-negotiable for me in a relationship, and when those values are compromised, there's no real path forward. I'm taking this time to prioritize myself and move ahead with peace and clarity."

A viral video showedMegan Thee Stallion getting emotionalduring the curtain call at "Moulin Rouge!" later that same night.

Megan Thee Stallionblasts Klay Thompson for cheating

Megan Thee Stallionjoined the production of "Moulin Rouge!" in March,becoming the first female-identifying performer to play the role of nightclub impresario Zidler in the show. This was the Broadway debut for the Grammy-winning rapper.

She faced an early setback during her limited engagementwhen she was hospitalizedon March 31 after feeling ill during a performance. At the time, she described this as a "real wake-up call," explaining that she thought she "was gonna faint on stage" and "really tried to push through my performance but I just couldn't." A spokesperson said doctors identified "extreme exhaustion, dehydration, vasoconstriction and low metabolic levels as the cause of her symptoms." Shereturned to the stageon April 2.

In March,Megan Thee Stallion told USA TODAYthat her late mother would have loved to see her starring on Broadway, noting she used to put her in plays. "I guess that manifested into me being who I am today, but going back to her putting me in plays when I was young, when I got the opportunity to be a part of Broadway, I was like, 'Wow. I feel like this is something that my mom would've really wanted me to do," she said.

Contributing: Anthony RobledoandMeghan L. Hall, USA TODAY

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Megan Thee Stallion exiting 'Moulin Rouge!' early after Klay Thompson split

Megan Thee Stallionis making an early exit from "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" on Broadway. The "Hiss" rapper, 31...

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