NBC to Raise Money for Ukraine With Primetime Special Featuring Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Vladimir Putin is deploying soldiers to the front line in Ukraine from notorious Russian prisons with a fierce reputation. Criminals from jails will bolster the ranks of the invading forces with the promise of almost £2,800 and their sentences scrapped if they comply.

Axl Rose has shared a statement dedicating Guns N’ Roses‘ most recent tour to Taylor Hawkins and criticising Russian leader Vladimir Putin over the invasion of Ukraine.READ MORE: Taylor Hawkins, 1972 – 2022: Foo Fighters drummer who always stole the showGuns N’ Roses played their last show of a European tour on Friday (July 15) and shortly afterwards, vocalist Axl Rose took to Twitter to dedicate the run of shows to Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins, who died in March.“It’s just a simple gesture n’ it’s awkward dealing with the gravity of something like this but in an effort to pay our respects, we’d like to dedicate this tour to our friend Taylor Hawkins,” wrote Rose.“Taylor was a really great guy and it was always great to see him! He was a great n’ always welcome part of touring these last few years! This is such a horrible thing and our hearts go out to his family, friends, band mates and everyone who loves him.”pic.twitter.com/2XARyYUtTO— Axl Rose (@axlrose) July 16, 2022In 2019, Hawkins revealed he was once approached by Rose to join Guns N’ Roses following the exit of the original members but turned him down, following advice from Queen drummer Roger Taylor.“He said, ‘I see you and Dave (Grohl) onstage and there’s something you can’t buy there. There’s something between you guys that might not be there with Axl Rose.’ And he was right,’” Hawkins explained.The Foos sticksman continued: “For all our trials and tribulations, Dave is like a brother.

Paul McCartney, Billie Eilish and Finneas are some of the acts added to a special TV programme that aims to raise awareness about and funds for Ukraine.NBC’s Ukraine: Answering he Call airs this Sunday (July 3) with appearances from a range of entertainment guests including Alicia Keys, Jon Batiste, Kristen Bell, Brandi Carlile and Julianne Moore. Sheryl Crow is another fresh addition.The show, which also airs on US channels MSNBC and CNBC, is an hour-long event that will give viewers the chance to help families by donating to the International Rescue Committee, an organisation that helps people affected by humanitarian crises to survive, recover and rebuild their lives.Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky will address Americans during the special and will encourage them to use their voices to fight for peace.

Formula 1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone has said he would “take a bullet” for Vladimir Putin and called the Russian leader a “first class person,” while criticizing Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. intervention.

The leaders of the G7 group said a deadly Russian missile attack on a shopping centre in Ukraine was "abominable". The strike, in the central-eastern city of Kremenchuk, located around 81 miles from Russian areas of control, has killed at least 18 people.

NBC has set Ukraine: Answering The Call, a one-hour primetime special aimed at education and raising funds for those whose lives have been shattered by the escalating war in the country.

Glastonbury advocating for freedom – watch the video below.The politician recorded a video message which played before The Libertines took to the Other Stage today (June 24), urging fans to “speak the truth” about the ongoing war against Ukraine led by Russia.Zelensky called Glastonbury “the greatest concentration of freedom these days”, asking for support to help those in Ukraine who have had to leave their homes.“Greetings, Glastonbury! The festival resumes this year after a two-year break,” Zelensky began. “The pandemic has put on hold lives of millions of people around the world, but has not broken.‘We, in Ukraine, would also like to live the life as we used to and enjoy freedom and this wonderful summer.

Zack Sharf J.K. Rowling joined the likes of Elton John, Prince Harry and Billie Eilish in being the latest victim of Russian comedy pranksters Vovan and Lexus.

Ukraine thanked celebrities, including Ben Stiller, for meeting with President Volodymr Zelenskyy. Stiller met with Zelenskyy on Monday as part of World Refugee Day. "[Ukraine] is grateful to Hollywood stars who, despite the danger, have visited us.

Ben Stiller is showing his support for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Kojima Productions is selling anti-war merchandise in a bid to support Ukraine in its ongoing war against Russia.In response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on February 24, many game companies and studios have come forward to show their support by donating or raising sums of money.Now, the developer behind Death Stranding is the latest to show solidarity, and it’s doing so by raising funds for Ukrainians who have been evacuated from their country in the midst of the war.Pre-order of the "LUDENS PEACE MARK UNIT” has started ☮️KJP Tokyo office's Ludens statue has been updated too! ✋

Ukraine World’s Twitter page, Stiller was shown into a room where Zelenskyy was waiting. Stiller, who is also the U.N. refugee agency’s goodwill ambassador, wore a gigantic smile as he marched up to the president.“This is a great honor for me.

Ben Stiller met with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a Goodwill ambassador for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees on Monday to commemorate World Refugee Day. Stiller toured occupied settlements in the Kyiv region of the war-torn country and spoke with survivors of the occupation in Irpin before meeting with Zelenskyy.  "It's one thing to see this destruction on TV or on social networks.

Ben Stiller got the opportunity to meet with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv on Monday — which is also World Refugee Day -- and the actor and filmmaker was thrilled to meet the world leader.Stiller -- in his role as a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees — traveled to Kyiv after meeting with Ukrainian refugees who have fled to Poland amid Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine.The director spent the day visiting survivors in occupied settlements in the devastated residential area of Irpin, alongside UNHCR representative in Ukraine Karolina Lindholm Billing, according to a release from President Zelenskyy's official website.A video of their meeting was shared to Twitter, and Stiller was seemingly starstruck when shaking hands with Zelenskyy.«It's really nice to meet you, thanks for taking the time,» Stiller marvels. «It's a great honor for me, it's really wonderful.