Mystery surrounding Putin's £500m superyacht used as plaything for sex-mad mistress

Vladimir Putin has claimed he survived an assassination attempt after spotting a red dot on a wall while serving his kids dinner. Vladimir Osechkin, 41, is the exiled founder of anti-torture group gulagu.net, who campaign against abuses in Russian prisons.

Vladimir Putin fan has set about taunting Brits by livestreaming a burning gas stove for hours in a jab at the cost of living crisis. His livestream comes as Russia's death toll in their war with Ukraine hits a reported 80,000, if verifiable figures from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) are to be believed.

Queen’s funeral would have been an ideal time for Vladimir Putin to have dropped lethal nuclear missiles on the UK. After reportedly losing vast swathes of territory in eastern Ukraine, there have been fears mounting that Russian leader Vladimir Putin may engage his nuclear arsenal to end the conflict once and for all.

Ukraine. But Evgenia Prokopenko, Queen of Ukraine – Earth 2012, admits that she keeps a makeup bag and perfume with her wherever she goes, even in the trenches.And despite the 35-year-old medic's main concern being the saving of lives, Evgenia said she has a bullet for Russian President Vladimir Putin.READ MORE: Ukrainian model swaps the catwalk for camo and brands Putin an 'old fart motherf*****r'"I speak Russian fluently, but I don't know Putin's language.

Vladimir Putin is rumoured to have forced his sex-crazy gymnast lover to have an abortion. Olympic gold medallist Alina Kabaeva, 39, is thought to have already given birth to at least three of the Russian despot's children.

meteor soaring over a town in Scotland.Twitter users shared video clips to the social media website, capturing a glowing light streaking through the night sky, leaving a burning trail in its wake.One user wrote: "Anyone else see a meteor burning up in the sky a few mins ago? Going south to north over the West coast of Scotland #meteor."READ MORE: UFOs are snooping on Vladimir Putin's war, Ukraine scientists claimA second penned: "Wow the comet tonight #comet #asteroid #meteor."The comet could be seen from different locations throughout Scotland, with one person writing: "Have I just seen a meteor fly over Johnstone??" and another asking: "Did I legit just see a shooting star in Motherwell or is that something crashing out the sky?"A few users saw the meteor over Glasgow, with one person posting: "Meteor over Glasgow/Cumbernauld tonight around 10pm. So bright! #meteor #Glasgow" and another, "Anyone in #glasgow Just see this??? Was all different colours like a firework but silent? Maybe part of a meteor?."For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletter by clicking here. UK Meteor Network tweeted: "So far we have received 35 public reports about a fireball spotted at 21:00 and a couple of our cameras caught it." They later issued an update confirming that the number had gone up to "83 reports and counting", before stating they had received reports from Scotland and Northern Ireland that "just surpassed 200."The network, which includes 170 cameras that record meteors across the UK, said that they "are investigating to ascertain what the object was – meteor or space debris."READ NEXT: Meghan 'snubbed' by royal fan in awkward moment at Windsor walkabout Full

Vladimir Putin’s war, according to Ukrainian scientists.Boffins monitoring the skies above the invaded nation have reported a string of sightings of mystery objects they cannot identify.They say the craft move so quickly - at speeds of up to 15km per second - they are almost impossible to see and capture on film.READ MORE: 'Tense' Queen encounter caused by corgi puppy recalled by Nicola SturgeonUkraine officials have ordered two meteor monitoring stations to observe the UFOs which researchers say are everywhere. They have recorded two different types of object - black phantoms which appear to absorb radiation and luminous cosmics ’which are brighter than the background of the sky’.

Vladimir Putin’s car reportedly been “attacked” in what appears to have been a possible assassination attempt, unconfirmed reports suggest.

Russian President Vladimir Putin hasn't been invited to Queen Elizabeth's funeral. The 69-year-old politician and other Kremlin representatives have all been blacklisted by Buckingham Palace, following Russia's invasion of Ukraine earlier this year. Dignitaries from Belarus and Myanmar have also been overlooked by the palace, while Iran will only be represented at the funeral on an ambassadorial level.

Vladimir Putin to head up the development of natural resources in Russia ’s Arctic territories, apparently fell overboard while sailing his private yacht off the country’s Pacific coast. Pechorin, 39, is the latest senior official linked to Russia’s energy sector and the Kremlin to die in suspicious circumstances.READ MORE: High-profile Russians keep mysteriously 'falling' to their deaths from windowsHe reportedly fell off the side of a boat in the waters close to Russky Island near Cape Ignatiev, said Komsomolskaya Pravda.His body was found after a search lasting more than a day.

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Vladimir Putin has reportedly sacked a new Lieutenant General just 16 days after appointing him as Russian troops suffered a humiliating defeat in Ukraine. Last week, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky launched his first major counter-offensive since the invasion began in February.Ukraine claims it has regained 3,000sqkm (1,158sqmi) of territory this month.

READ MORE: King Charles III announces UK bank holiday on day of Queen's funeralHe mentioned the admiration Russia had for the Queen and stated that the Russian people had “great respect” for Queen Elizabeth II, and spoke of her qualities of “wisdom and authority”.Putin also paid his respects to Charles III after the passing of his mother."Your Majesty, Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of Queen Elizabeth," he said."The most important events in the recent history of the United Kingdom are inextricably linked with the name of Her Majesty. For many decades, Elizabeth II rightfully enjoyed the love and respect of her subjects, as well as authority on the world stage."I wish you courage and perseverance in the face of this heavy, irreparable loss.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine have joined other world leaders mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth. The UK's longest-reigning monarch passed away on Thursday (08. 09.

Queen Elizabeth II was somewhat marred by a unintentional promotion of sex toys.The British retailer that specialises in sex toys and lingerie posted a tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away yesterday at the age of 96, posting a picture of the Queen and saying: "Thank you, Your Majesty".In what should have been a loving tribute to the UK's longest serving monarch, an unfortunate clash took place as below the tribute was the promotion of several products such as sex toys, lubes and lingerie.READ MORE:Ex-royal butler says Queen 'was my surrogate mother' as he shares tear-jerking tributeThe unfortunate gaffe garnered much attention on Twitter with the post, tweeted out by Summer Ray, a voiceover artist and writer, achieved over 2,000 likes and many comments.The post brought much laughter to users in the comment section with one user saying: "Look, we're gonna need all of this to get through this trying time."Another user was able to see the funny side of the whole situation as they said: "Please please reconsider this being on your front page".While of course the death of the Queen is tragic and will be felt throughout the world due to her sheer influence, the blunder by Ann Summers has helped put a smile on faces in the midst of this unprecedented time.Summer Ray herself said: "I hyperventilated when I saw it.

YouTuber Bald and Bankrupt, real name Benjamin Rich, who was "thrown in a Russian gulag" for criticising Vladimir Putin. He said he was stopped at a train station in Russia and brought to a police station before being chucked into a cell for "a few days".Rich added that he lost his case in court and was chucked out of Russia and banned from returning.READ MORE: Dad left with chainsaw stuck in chest after freak garden accident– and survivesHe explained this in a video, his first for four weeks, titled 'The Journey is Over'.In a new video doing the rounds on social media, Rich appears to be getting grilled by Russian police on why he called Putin "crazy", and why he posted a link to fundraise for Ukraine.In the clip he blames the English media for his portrayal of Putin, saying media organisations "constantly bombard" with anti-Russian material, and anti Putin messages.

Vladimir Putin's health after the dictator was seen "limping" across a room for Russian war games.Speculation that he could be suffering from undisclosed health issues have been reignited after his latest public appearance showed him walking with a limp during a military exercise.As he watched a string of military exercises in the country yesterday (Tuesday, September 6), the Russian leader, 69, was seen moving awkwardly.READ MORE: Desperate Russia 'recruiting volunteers from mental health unit' to fight in UkraineOne clip from the scene showed him appearing to walk with a slight "limp" across a command post, with a step down before a row of chairs appearing to give him a moment's pause. It follows months of public discussion about the President's alleged health problems since his invasion of Ukraine in February, with some sources in Russia reporting that he has Parkinson's disease and cancer.

Vladimir Putin has awarded an Order of Courage to a murderer after his gang reportedly killed five people in Russia's war against Ukraine.The Russian president, 69, bestowed the honour upon Ivan Neparatov, 34, who was around halfway through a 25-year prison sentence when he enlisted for the war.Neparatov was said to have been "quickly liquidated" after becoming one of the thousands of criminals released from prison to be sent to fight for Russia on the frontlines.READ MORE:Putin's propagandist says 'Stalin's gulags nicer than Hitler's Nazi concentration camps'Putin has come under criticism for his usage of murderers and rapists as soldiers who are placed on the front line and contribute to their high death rate.As well as being presented with the prestigious Order of Courage, the killer was rewarded for a second time, earning the "for blood and courage" award which was given to him by the self-proclaimed Donetsk People's Republic.The 34-year-old had committed his crimes as part of a gang, an eighth of whom were ultimately imprisoned as they reportedly wore police uniforms and masks while they carried out their crimes.Neparatov's death certificate revealed that he passed away at the beginning of August due to a "gunshot explosive shrapnel penetrating wound to the head" in Artemovsk, Donetsk.The non-governmental organisation Russia Behind Bars revealed that as many as 20% of some prison populations are given two weeks' worth of training before being sent to the frontlines.Olga Romanova said: "Approximately 20% of the prison population is recruited – if there are 1,300 people in prison, 300 are recruited."They are not taken out all at once, they take out several squads of 50-60 people at a time."To stay up to date with all

Chelsea star Reece James could buy himself a £65million superyacht, complete with an infinity pool and cinema, after signing a new six-year deal at Stamford Bridge. James has been rewarded for his excellent form over the last couple of seasons with a new contract that will take him through until 2028 in west London. The 22-year-old England international has signed improved terms worth £250,000-per-week, meaning he will pocket a cool £13million-per-year.The agreement is a five-year deal, with the option of an extra 12 months, guaranteeing the former Wigan Athletic loanee a whopping £65million in earnings.