© 2024 Connecticut Public

FCC Public Inspection Files:
WEDH · WEDN · WEDW · WEDY · WNPR
WPKT · WRLI-FM · WEDW-FM · Public Files Contact
ATSC 3.0 FAQ
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations

Scientists Explain That Russia Is Moving Closer To Crimea

DAVID GREENE, HOST:

Good morning. I'm David Greene. When Russia broke international law and annexed Crimea, the explanation was that most Crimeans feel closer to Russia. Now Russian scientists are making the argument that Crimea is really closer to Russia. They say they've been monitoring tectonic shifts and have proof that the peninsula is actually moving northeast. The head of the Russian Institute of Applied Astronomy told a Russian news agency, quote, "this is not a joke, though it is very much like one," end quote. It's MORNING EDITION. Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright NPR.

Stand up for civility

This news story is funded in large part by Connecticut Public’s Members — listeners, viewers, and readers like you who value fact-based journalism and trustworthy information.

We hope their support inspires you to donate so that we can continue telling stories that inform, educate, and inspire you and your neighbors. As a community-supported public media service, Connecticut Public has relied on donor support for more than 50 years.

Your donation today will allow us to continue this work on your behalf. Give today at any amount and join the 50,000 members who are building a better—and more civil—Connecticut to live, work, and play.