
(AP Photo/Efrem Lukatsky)

There was fighting on the streets of the Ukrainian capital city Kyiv and in other big cites across the country Saturday, but a United States defense official and others watching the unfolding tragedy said the massive Russian assault appeared to be stymied by the stiffer-than-expected resistance.

Boxing legend Wladimir Klitschko makes global plea for help amid Russia-Ukraine war: 'No time to wait'
Former heavyweight boxing champion Wladimir Klitschko enlisted in Ukraine's Army Reserve earlier this month. He made a global call for action urging the world to help stop Russia.

Russia hits Ukraine fuel supplies, airfields in new attacks
Russia has unleashed a wave of attacks on Ukraine targeting airfields and fuel facilities in what appears to be the next phase of an invasion that has been slowed by fierce resistance.


Live updates: ICRC asked to repatriate bodies of soldiers
The International Committee of the Red Cross says it is aware of requests by Ukraine’s U.N. ambassador and others to repatriate the bodies of Russian soldiers killed in action in Ukraine but has no numbers.


Russia-Ukraine live updates: EU takes bold steps to aid Ukraine forces
Live updates on the Russia-Ukraine crisis.

Biden says Putin is ‘producing the exact opposite effect that he intended’
President Biden said in an interview released on Saturday that Russian President Vladimir Putin is “producing the exact opposite effect that he intended,” saying that the Russian invasion into…


In a major shift, Germany will send weapons to Ukraine
In a significant shift, the German government said Saturday it will send weapons and other supplies directly to Ukraine and supports some restrictions of the SWIFT global banking system for Russia.


Latest Russia-Ukraine updates: Kyiv to hold talks with Moscow
Ukraine news from February 27: Putin puts Russia’s nuclear forces on high alert as Kyiv agrees to talks.

Russian forces meeting ‘strong and wide’ Ukraine resistance
Analysts say the Russian military may have been caught off guard by the level of pushback by Ukrainian fighters.

Russia stunned by Ukraine’s impressive air fight, Pentagon says - Washington Examiner
Ukrainians have taken Russia by surprise by dominating its air defense, a senior Pentagon official said Saturday. Ukraine's air defense of its capital city of Kyiv remains viable as the fighting stretches into its third day despite Russia launching a total of 250 ballistic and cruise missiles as...


Ukraine slows Russian advance as tens of thousands of Ukrainians flee the country
Nearly 200 Ukrainians have died and 1,115 have been injured since Russia began its attack, Ukraine's ambassador to the U.S. said Saturday.


Latest Russia-Ukraine updates: Battles rage for Ukraine’s cities
Ukraine news from February 26: UN says internal displacement also growing as Ukraine forces battle all-round assault.

Biden warns 'there's no sanction that is immediate' as US, allies target Russia over Ukraine invasion
President Biden will be placing sanctions on Russia but not immediately over Putin's invasion of Ukraine. There are multiple waves of sanctions announced.

Meta and YouTube block Russian state media from monetizing on its platforms | CNN Business
YouTube said Saturday that it will temporarily halt the ability of a number of Russian channels, including state-sponsored RT, to monetize their content on the platform.


‘Not a person to be admired’: Former Trump national security adviser pillories Putin - Washington Examiner
ORLANDO — Former national security adviser Robert C. O’Brien took Russia to the woodshed in his remarks at the Conservative Political Action Conference, lending his voice to the growing chorus of prominent conservatives lashing strongman Russian President Vladimir Putin for invading...


A part of the NATO treaty could turn Russia's invasion of Ukraine into a wider war
Article 5 of the North Atlantic Treaty means that an attack on one member state is determined to be an attack on all. Ukraine is not part of the alliance — but some of its neighbors are.


Ukraine invasion: Russia restricts social media access
Connectivity watchers accuse Moscow of "limiting the free flow of information at a time of crisis".


The Supreme Court is hearing a major case on EPA’s authority over planet-warming gases. Here’s what’s at stake. | CNN Politics
The EPA faces a Supreme Court case on Monday that could deal a significant blow to the federal government’s ability to fight the climate crisis and prevent its worst outcomes.


Zelensky says Erdogan agreed to close strait despite Turkish officials’ denials - Washington Examiner
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked his Turkish counterpart on Saturday for banning Russian ships from passing through the Black Sea, a move Turkish officials cautioned was premature as a decision had not been reached. Zelensky took to Twitter Saturday to thank President Recep Tayyip...


Ukraine invasion: EU shuts airspace to Russian planes
Russian planes will now be unable to land in, take off from or fly over any EU nation.


Trump encourages Rick Scott to challenge McConnell for GOP Senate leadership in Mar-a-Lago meeting
Scott told CBS News on Saturday that he was ruling out a run for the top Republican Senate role.


Ukrainian ambassador praises support from West: 'We just need it faster'
The Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S., Oksana Markarova, championed support from Washington, D.C., and its Western allies as Ukraine endured its third day of fighting against invading Russian forces — but said resources are needed 'faster so that we can save more lives.'

Russia’s economy is surprisingly tiny. Here’s why it matters so much to you | CNN Business
Russia isn’t a superpower, at least not when it comes to the global economy.



Rick Scott: Putin a ‘murderous thug,’ will ‘continue to try to swallow up more and more territory’
Florida Sen. Rick Scott (R) on Saturday called Russian President Vladimir Putin a “murderous thug” amid Russia’s ongoing invasion into Ukraine.“I hope when we go back our 100% focus in t…


What is SWIFT and why it's being called the 'nuclear' option for Russian sanctions
As Western allies levy increasingly harsher economic sanctions against Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, the latest target involves Russia's access to SWIFT.

US, allies to kick certain Russian banks out of SWIFT banking system
The White House on Saturday announced that the United States and allies will kick certain Russian banks out of a major international banking system, a significant step in a bid to cripple the …


SCOTUS hears GOP push to defend Trump-era public charge rule; Arizona AG calls Biden moves ‘unprecedented’
The Supreme Court on Wednesday heard arguments by a coalition of Republican attorneys general who are seeking to intervene to defend the Trump-era public charge rule -- after the Biden administration dropped the legal defense of the rule, and has since sought to introduce a replacement.

Photos: Ukraine's civilian forces grow as more enlist in the fight against Russia
Russia began its invasion of Ukraine on Thursday, Feb. 24, targeting cities across the country. The assault has upended the lives of everyday Ukrainians.


Seizure of Chernobyl by Russian troops sparks health concerns for people near the nuclear plant
On the heels of the Russians taking control of Chernobyl, there are fears radioactive material could spread if there is fighting in the area.

How the US could work with its allies to collectively isolate Russia: ANALYSIS
The economic results could spark discontent among the Russian people.

GOP Rep. Perry says 'not too late' for Biden admin to prevent Chinese attack on Taiwan amid Russia-Ukraine
Scott Perry, Republican, said in an interview at CPAC that it's not too late for Biden and his administration to show strength in regard to China's ambition into Taiwan.

Ukraine conflict: Children on their own, parents stay behind
Mothers and grandmothers lead their children into the unknown as men aged 18 - 60 must stay behind.


Ashton Kutcher tweets support for Ukraine, home country of wife Mila Kunis | CNN
Celebrities and political figures have been voicing support for Ukraine since Russia invaded this week.


There are signs Republicans want to move on from 2020. Trump may not allow it.
Recent polling, fundraising numbers and actions of Republican statehouse leaders have suggested that while Trump continues to fixate on 2020, others have reached a limit.


Ukraine crisis: Poland to boycott World Cup play-off against Russia
Poland will boycott their World Cup play-off against Russia in March because of the invasion of Ukraine, with captain Robert Lewandowski saying "we can't pretend that nothing is happening".
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Explosions, shelling rock Ukraine as allies double down on punishments against Russia
Overnight, Russian forces blew up a gas pipeline, troops broke into Kharkiv and the city of Nova Kakhovka fell to Russian forces, Ukrainian officials said.


Russia-Ukraine live updates: EU takes bold steps to aid Ukraine forces
Live updates on the Russia-Ukraine crisis.

War via TikTok: Russia's new tool for propaganda machine
Russia is revving up its sophisticated propaganda machine as its military advances in Ukraine. Analysts who monitor propaganda and disinformation say they've seen a sharp increase in online activity linked to the Russian state in recent weeks.


Live updates: Russia invades Ukraine and Vladimir Putin news
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a military operation in Ukraine early Thursday. A battle is underway for control of Ukraine's capital, Kyiv. The US has warned Russia is seeking to encircle the city, and a Ukrainian official said it has been hit by missiles. Follow here for live news...

Russia hits Ukraine fuel supplies, airfields in new attacks
Russia has unleashed a wave of attacks on Ukraine targeting airfields and fuel facilities in what appears to be the next phase of an invasion that has been slowed by fierce resistance.


With Liz Cheney’s re-election prospects in doubt, her national profile grows
The Wyoming Republican has reached hero status among the anti-Trump right and is raising millions of dollars. But the former president has made her a top target for primary defeat.


US firms should be wary of destructive malware unleashed on Ukraine, FBI and CISA warn | CNN Politics
US critical infrastructure firms should reinforce their defenses and increase their vigilance following data-destroying cyberattacks in Ukraine prior to a large-scale Russian attack on the country, the FBI and US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency said Saturday.


Kyiv mayor: 'No Russian troops in the capital'
Russian forces are closing in on Kyiv as its military moves into Ukraine from multiple directions.

Live coverage: US officials say Russia frustrated with Ukraine’s resistance
Russian forces on Saturday continued their assault on the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged his people to take up arms.Follow T…


Marjorie Taylor Greene defends attendance at white nationalist conference
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) on Saturday defended attending a white nationalist conference in Orlando, Fla., on Friday night, arguing that she was only there to “talk to the audience.&…


Biden: Putin's invasion creating 'opposite effect' to its intent
The president further described “complete unanimity” within NATO as the U.S. and its allies levied harsh sanctions on Russia and increasingly stepped up aid to Ukraine.


Live updates: ICRC asked to repatriate bodies of soldiers
The International Committee of the Red Cross says it is aware of requests by Ukraine’s U.N. ambassador and others to repatriate the bodies of Russian soldiers killed in action in Ukraine but has no numbers.


Ukraine slows Russian advance as tens of thousands of Ukrainians flee the country
Nearly 200 Ukrainians have died and 1,115 have been injured since Russia began its attack, Ukraine's ambassador to the U.S. said Saturday.


Russia-Ukraine conflict live updates: Ukraine holds Kyiv, Germany says it's sending military aid
Germany also said it was considering a "targeted" approach to disconnecting Russia from the SWIFT banking system as punishment for its invasion of Ukraine.


Ukrainians defend capital city as US approves $350 million more in aid - Washington Examiner
Ukrainians are racking their arsenals as they prepare to face down the full might of the Russian military in the hopes of keeping their capital city of Kyiv out of President Vladimir Putin's hands.Outnumbered but armed with homemade Molotov cocktails and other makeshift weapons, Ukrainians...


Former Trump national security adviser condemns Putin at CPAC
Robert O’Brien, who served as national security adviser to former President Trump, condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday, calling the leader a “killer” …


How a drunk old Russian maverick helped tank the USSR and give rise to Putin - Washington Examiner
It was the August coup of 1991, and the Soviet Union was on its knees, inexplicably crippled by stalwart communists who seized the Kremlin and declared themselves in charge of the USSR — a golden opportunity for a Russian politician to forward an agenda that would lead to the empire's downfall...


White House and EU nations announce expulsion of ‘selected Russian banks’ from SWIFT | CNN Politics
The White House, along with the European Commission, France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom and Canada, announced Saturday evening that they would expel certain Russian banks from SWIFT, the high-security network that connects thousands of financial institutions around the world, pledging to...


Biden announces new measures in response to Russian invasion of Ukraine
The president laid out "further consequences" for Moscow in remarks Thursday, including additional sanctions and export controls.

'He loved every minute of this’— How Biden decided on Ketanji Brown Jackson
The president has been contemplating this moment for years. When the time came, he moved with haste.


Ukraine invasion: Kyiv imposes curfew amid sabotage fears
Citizens of the capital are told to stay indoors until Monday morning as Russian forces close in.


Prayers and despair: Ukrainians in the US decry invasion
Ukrainians in the United States are praying for friends and family, donating money and supplies, and registering outrage.


The Ukraine crisis is a major challenge for China
President Xi Jinping has some big choices to make in terms of how his country will deal with the conflict.


Six months on, Biden administration won’t identify Kabul airport bomber - Washington Examiner
The U.S. government is refusing to identify the bomber who six months ago perpetrated a deadly Islamic State suicide bombing at the airport in Kabul, Afghanistan, despite numerous reports of anonymous officials naming the attacker as Abdul Rehman al Logari. The attacker’s alleged identity is...


Zelensky urges Ukrainians to take up arms as fighting in Kyiv escalates
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday urged citizens to take up arms to fight off Russia as violence between the two nations continues to escalate.


Scott defends proposed GOP agenda in CPAC speech
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) defended his proposed outline for what Republicans should do if they recapture control of the Senate this year, bucking critics on both sides of the aisle who have kno…


Half of Russian troops amassed around Ukraine now invading, U.S. says
Moscow called on “all units” to move into Ukraine in the coming days, as NATO begins a rapid resupply effort to deliver weapons.


How the US could work with its allies to collectively isolate Russia: ANALYSIS
The economic results could spark discontent among the Russian people.

Latest Russia-Ukraine updates: Battles rage for Ukraine’s cities
Ukraine news from February 26: UN says internal displacement also growing as Ukraine forces battle all-round assault.

Gunman opens fire inside Milwaukee police station days after in-custody death
Around 3 p.m. on Friday a man walked into the lobby of the Milwaukee Police Department’s District 5 and allegedly fired several shots, authorities said.


Conservatives slammed big tech at CPAC while touting startups
Speakers took aim at big tech companies like Facebook, while others touted new, alternative platforms.


Texas governor asks businesses to voluntarily stop selling Russian-made products
Germany also said it was considering a "targeted" approach to disconnecting Russia from the SWIFT banking system as punishment for its invasion of Ukraine.


Will CPAC straw poll be another Trump, DeSantis 1-2 finish in GOP presidential nomination question?
Along with former President Trump’s address, the results of the CPAC straw poll are the most anticipated moment at this weekend’s conservative gathering in Florida.

Jurors in ex-officer's trial visit site of Breonna Taylor raid
Jurors visited the scene to better understand the exhibits brought forth in the trial of Brett Hankison, who is charged with shooting into a neighbor's apartment.


‘No place to go’: Ukraine’s neighbours open up for refugee influx
Anti-refugee governments in Poland and Hungary take decidedly different tone after Russian invasion.

Russian troops enter Ukraine's second largest city
Ukraine resisted invading Russian troops, but Kyiv braced for another night of attacks. President Zelenskyy pressed diplomatic channels as well.
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CNN to replace Zucker with Chris Licht: report
CNN Worldwide President Jeff Zucker will be replaced with TV producer Chris Licht, Puck first reported Saturday.Licht, the executive producer of “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” and…

Activist famed for Kavanaugh elevator confrontation to run for New York lieutenant governor’s race
"I’m running to make sure that all New Yorkers can have an affordable home, excellent healthcare, and high-quality education,” Archila said in a statement to POLITICO.


Democrats hit Scott over agenda in new ads
The Democratic National Committee (DNC) is out with a new set of ads knocking Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) over a recently released memo laying out what he thinks the GOP agenda should be if Republican…


Democrats in Texas confront twin challenges of pandemic and restrictive new voting law | CNN Politics
When Texas kicks off the 2022 election calendar with its primaries on Tuesday, the state will offer the first glimpse at how Democrats are confronting two challenges the party will face across the country this year: a still-raging pandemic forcing tactical changes for the second straight...


Inhofe retirement to set off intense jockeying in Oklahoma
Sen. James Inhofe’s (R-Okla.) announcement Friday that he will retire early next year is expected to trigger a crowded special election primary for an open Senate seat in a state where o…


Ukraine: France seizes Russian ship over sanctions
The Russian-flagged cargo ship is suspected of breaching sanctions imposed because of the Ukraine war.


DeSantis gets rock star treatment at CPAC
ORLANDO, Fla. — Former President Trump may be the main event at this year’s Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), but the gathering also put in stark relief Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’s g…


Senators demand answers from Abbott on infant formula recall
The lawmakers are also seeking all internal documents and communications about complaints from consumers.


"She Will Rise" on the importance of having a Black woman on the Supreme Court: "We believe that representation is important"
Only seven justices have not been White men in the Supreme Court's 233-year history.


Chechen leader, a Putin ally, says his forces deployed to Ukraine
Kadyrov says Chechen units had so far suffered no losses and Russian forces took large Ukrainian cities including Kyiv.

Sean Penn: Putin will be making ‘most horrible mistake for all of humankind’
“Milk” actor Sean Penn warned that Russian President Vladimir Putin will be making the “most horrible mistake for all of humankind” if he does not relent and stop Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.…


Kyiv on heightened alert as Russian forces close in on all sides | CNN
Ukrainian troops held on to the capital Kyiv for the third day on Saturday, despite Russia’s stronger military power, after a night of fierce fighting that punctuated the city with sounds of explosions and gunfire.


China is Russia's best hope to blunt sanctions, but wary
China is the only friend that might help Russia blunt the impact of economic sanctions over its invasion of Ukraine, but President Xi Jinping’s government is giving no sign it might be willing to risk its own access to U.S. and European markets by doing too much.


China sees strategic advantage in Russia’s Ukraine invasion
The Chinese government has made clear that it will remain a strategic ally of Russia despite President Vladimir Putin being viewed globally as the aggressor in the war.


German priest sentenced to 12 years in prison for sexually abusing children
A German court on Friday sentenced a Catholic priest to 12 years in prison for sexually abusing children.The court in Cologne also ordered the 70-year-old priest, identified only as Hans U., to pay…


'Devastated': Family apartment destroyed after night of Russian attacks on Kyiv
“Today I wanted to wake up and see our previous life without any war, any missile attacks,” said Oleksii Morozov.


10 years after Trayvon Martin's death, fight re-emerges over 'stand your ground' laws
The teenager's fatal shooting put a focus on self-defense laws. Gun control advocates say the growth of "stand your ground" has become an invitation to "shoot first."


Inside the months of work that allowed the US and its allies to turn Russia into a financial pariah overnight | CNN Politics
The speed and ferocity of financial sanctions being deployed against Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine are without precedent. Over the weekend, the US and its Western allies took a series of dramatic steps that just days earlier were seen as unlikely.


Opinion | Former Ukrainian PM: Don't let Putin create a new world order
Ukraine has become the proxy fight between the East and the West in Putin’s egotistical attempt to set a new world order in which Russia is the conductor.


Zelenskyy's unlikely journey, from comedy to wartime leader
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — When Volodymyr Zelenskyy was growing up in southeastern Ukraine, his Jewish family spoke Russian and his father once forbade the younger Zelenskyy from going abroad to study in Israel.


Ukraine: Kyiv apartment building hit by missile
Video has emerged of the apartment building near Kyiv's Zhuliany airport that was struck earlier on Saturday.


Cedric Richmond teases Biden’s first State of the Union
President Biden will use his State of the Union address on Tuesday to both lay out his plans for 2022 and tout the accomplishments from his first year in office, according to White House …


Kyiv residents continue sheltering underground on third day of Russian invasion
One woman told CBS News she is staying in a metro station with her mother and her dog as fighting continues near the capitol city.


People around the world protest Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
From Washington, D.C. to Paris to Tel Aviv, people around the world this week protested Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, waving the Ukrainian flag and spotlighting its national blue and yellow colors.…

In a Texas Border Town, Democratic Officials Are Becoming Republicans
SANDERSON, Texas — In a remote corner of West Texas along the Rio Grande, where cactuses far outnumber residents and the closest grocer is an hour’s drive, a quiet political upheaval has been taking place. First, the Democratic county judge said she would seek another term — as a Republican...

Biden Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson could face scrutiny for overturned decisions
President Biden's first Supreme Court nominee could face scrutiny from the Senate for a judicial track record that includes multiple decisions overturned by higher courts.

GOP senator dodges question over whether Trump should condemn Putin
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), chairman of the Senate Republican campaign arm, dodged questioning on Saturday regarding whether former President Trump should condemn Russian President Vladimir Puti…


Rash-causing moth spreading due to warming, scientists find
A forest pest that bedevils Maine residents and tourists with hairs that cause an itchy rash appears to be spreading due to warming temperatures.


Analysis: Sanctions will put Russia’s ‘fortress’ economy to the test | CNN Business
Vladimir Putin has been expecting the West.


14 shot at Vegas hookah parlor; 1 dead and 2 critically hurt
Las Vegas police say 14 people were shot before dawn at a hookah lounge and that one man died and two people suffered critical injuries. Police Capt.


Kyiv still in Ukrainian control despite Russian offensive
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday confirmed that the country’s capital, Kyiv, is still under the control of Ukraine’s government.Zelensky said that the nation has ̶…


Peloton attempts to find its footing after high-profile blunders
But analysts and former employees say a shake-up in the company's executive ranks casts some doubt about the road ahead.


Dr. Oz says his celebrity 'a huge advantage' as he runs for Senate; says he's 'aligned' with GOP voters
In a crowded and combative Republican Senate primary that's become the most expensive race in the nation this year, Mehmet Oz has one thing that his rivals for the GOP nomination in Pennsylvania don’t have – massive name recognition.

Ukrainians flee war, seeking safety across western borders
Thousands of Ukrainians are fleeing from war by crossing their borders to the west in search of safety

Live updates: Russia invades Ukraine and Vladimir Putin news
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a military operation in Ukraine early Thursday. A battle is underway for control of Ukraine's capital, Kyiv. The US has warned Russia is seeking to encircle the city, and a Ukrainian official said it has been hit by missiles. Follow here for live news...

Former Russian president threatens to retaliate with sanctions against the West
The deputy head of Russia’s Security Council said Saturday that Russia may respond in a hostile way to sanctions from the U.S. and European Union (EU), The Associated Press reported.In a post …


Inside Biden’s decision to pick Ketanji Brown Jackson for Supreme Court | CNN Politics
President Joe Biden’s choice of Ketanji Brown Jackson for the Supreme Court came about like so many of his big decisions: after a long process, with a lot of wavering and discussion, and ultimately landing right where he had been headed from the outset.


Pope makes surprise visit to Russian Embassy to the Vatican
The Vatican press office confirmed that Pope Francis made a visit to the Russian Embassy to the Holy See to express his concern about the fighting in Ukraine.

Pennsylvania gubernatorial candidate gets private sit-down with Trump at CPAC; will seek endorsement
Dave White, a Republican candidate for Pennsylvania governor, will meet with former President Trump at CPAC to ask for his endorsement.

A roadmap to the 2022 midterm elections | CNN Politics
Voting ends in the first primaries for the 2022 midterm elections in a matter of days.


Obama: Tragedy of Trayvon Martin’s death created a ‘new generation of civil rights leaders’
Former President Obama said in an interview published Saturday that the death of Trayvon Martin — a Black teen who had just left a convenience store and was shot by a neighborhood watch volunteer i…

Biden's 'betrayal': Backlash erupts on plan to split Afghanistan's frozen assets with 9/11 victims
Biden unveiled the plan, which would split $7 billion in Afghanistan's assets with 9/11 families, nearly six months after the chaotic U.S. withdrawal.

Police arrest 14-year-old in connection with fatal shooting near Albuquerque high school | CNN
Albuquerque police have arrested a 14-year-old boy in connection with the shooting death of a 16-year-old student near a high school Friday after a disagreement about a gun.


Exxon Texas refinery lockout to end on March 7
Exxon Mobil Corp said a 10-month lockout of union workers at a southeast Texas refinery would end on March 7 following acceptance of a return-to-work agreement on Saturday.


Fears of a growing refugee crisis in Europe loom amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine
Experts say international cooperation will be essential to preventing a crisis.

Hundreds of Pakistani students stuck in Ukraine since attack
The families of hundreds of Pakistani students stuck in Ukraine following the Russian invasion are urging their government to help bring them home

Liquor stores in Canada, US refusing to sell Russian vodka
In addition to official government sanctions, bars and liquor stores across the U.S. and Canada are attempting to economically hurt Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine …


Arizona Starbucks becomes 1st outside New York to unionize
Employees at a Starbucks in suburban Phoenix voted Friday to form a union, becoming the first store outside New York to organize

Biden admin facing calls to give Ukrainians in US protections from deportation
The Biden administration is facing calls from activist groups and at least one Democratic senator to give Ukrainians currently in the U.S. protection from deportation -- amid reports that the Department of Homeland Security is considering such a move.

A ‘wired’ WIC is key to reducing childhood food insecurity in America
From this public health crisis has come an opportunity to modernize WIC.


Report: LA bomb tech's warnings ignored before explosion
A senior Los Angeles bomb technician raised serious concerns about overloading a containment chamber with homemade fireworks last year before the detonation caused a catastrophic explosion, injuring 27 people and rocking a neighborhood

Searchers dig in Indonesia earthquake rubble for victims
Searchers in Indonesia are digging in the rubble of collapsed buildings and mud from landslides a day after a strong earthquake shook Sumatra island, killing eight people, injuring 86 and leaving thousands displaced

Analysis: America’s disdain for Black men and boys hasn’t diminished in the years since Trayvon Martin was killed | CNN
The New Jersey mall incident occurred just as many prepare to observe the 10-year anniversary of the death of Trayvon Martin, the Black 17-year-old whom George Zimmerman gunned down on February 26, 2012.


In Rio, even a ban can't keep revelers from Carnival streets
The pandemic has disrupted Carnival in Rio de Janeiro for a second straight year. But revelers looking for sun, sea and samba are still finding ways to party.


Street fighting begins in Kyiv; people urged to seek shelter
Russian troops are storming toward Ukraine’s capital, and street fighting is breaking out. The soldiers advanced Saturday as city officials urged residents to take shelter.


US, Europe step up Russia sanctions to target Putin directly
The United States and European allies are stepping up sanctions over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by adding measures directly targeting President Vladimir Putin and his top diplomat.


Kyiv residents say they're "not ready to give up" as they're given guns to help defend their city
The Defense Ministry has called on anyone over the age of 18 to help defend the capital, and the people of Kyiv are turning up in droves.


Russia invades Ukraine: Live updates
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a military operation in Ukraine early Thursday. A battle is underway for control of Ukraine's capital, Kyiv. The US has warned Russia is seeking to encircle the city, and a Ukrainian official said it has been hit by missiles. Follow here for live news...

AP sources: Administration wants $6.4B for Ukraine, allies
The Biden administration wants Congress to provide $6.4 billion for an initial U.S. response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.


Analysis: How US intelligence got it right on Ukraine | CNN Politics
President Joe Biden and US officials got the intelligence right: They said Russia would invade Ukraine, despite Russia’s assurances to the contrary. After a supreme miscalculation on how the pullout from Afghanistan would go, misguided intelligence on the run-up to the war in Iraq and many other...


Biden approves $350 million in military aid for Ukraine
President Joe Biden instructed the U.S. State Department to release up to an additional $350 million worth of weapons from U.S. stocks to Ukraine on Friday as it struggles to repulse a Russian invasion.


Kyiv mayor: 'No Russian troops in the capital'
Russian forces are closing in on Kyiv as its military moves into Ukraine from multiple directions.

Russia-Ukraine conflict live updates: Ukraine holds Kyiv, Germany says it's sending military aid
Germany also said it was considering a "targeted" approach to disconnecting Russia from the SWIFT banking system as punishment for its invasion of Ukraine.


At CPAC, Ukraine takes a back seat to the culture wars
The annual conservative political gathering offered a stark indicator of how far foreign policy has fallen on the Republican agenda.


US employs unusual intel strategy to counter Putin
The White House has aggressively worked to rebut false narratives emanating from Russia about the crisis in Ukraine by proactively releasing intelligence information, a highly unusual strategy that…


Rubio says it was 'wise' for Biden to share intel on Putin's plans for false flag operation ahead of invasion
Sen. Marco Rubio, in an exclusive interview with Fox News, said President Biden was "wise" to share intelligence regarding Russian President Vladimir Putin’s plans to stage false flag attacks ahead of the Ukraine invasion, saying that there is a new level of "global unity" in the wake of the...

Trudeau announces sanctions on Putin, Russian foreign minister
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Friday that Canada would impose sanctions against Russian President Vladimir Putin, the Russian foreign minister and Putin’s chief of staff for thei…


Opinion | Why China Sees Opportunity in Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine
Though the Chinese are treading carefully, the war in Ukraine is a window into the world order both Beijing and Moscow want.


‘Rays of hope’ for Ukraine if Kyiv defenders can survive weekend - Washington Examiner
Ukrainian regular military forces and armed civilians have braced for a desperate defense of the capital city of Kyiv as invading Russian troops try to complete a quick-strike overthrow of the central government.“The enemy will use all of their power on all fronts to break our defense,”...

Biden’s Republican critics are wrong about U.S. gas production, experts say
Some Republicans, attacking President Biden, say that increasing U.S. production of fossil fuels would liberate Europe from its dependence on Russian gas. But experts say Biden hasn’t scaled back energy production and that Europe’s path to energy independence lies away from fossil fuels.

Western allies to expel key Russian banks from global system; Ukraine vows to fight on
Western allies announced sweeping new sanctions against Moscow on Saturday, including kicking key Russian banks off the main global payments system, as a defiant President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Ukrainian forces were repelling Russian troops advancing on Kyiv.


U.S. to impose sanctions on Vladimir Putin and top aide, White House says
The United States will impose a slate of sanctions on Russian President Vladimir Putin and Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, the White House said Friday.

The antisemitism animating Putin’s claim to ‘denazify’ Ukraine | Jason Stanley
The Russian leader’s pretext for invasion recasts Ukraine’s Jewish president as a Nazi and Russian Christians as true victims of the Holocaust

Ukraine reports fresh air, cruise missile strikes
Ukraine's military command said areas near the cities of Sumy, Poltava and Mariupol were hit by air strikes on Friday, with Russian Kalibr cruise missiles launched at the country from the Black Sea.


Explosions Seen Overnight Amid Fighting in Kyiv
Ukraine officials are asking residents to seek shelter.
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Russian invasion of Ukraine enters third day: What we know so far
Reports of artillery blasts in Kyiv as Ukrainian President Zelenskyy warns of impending Russian assault on the capital.

Live updates: Zelenskyy declines US offer to evacuate Kyiv
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was asked to evacuate Kyiv at the behest of the U.S. government but turned down the offer.


Southern Ukraine governor says Russian attacks repulsed
Southern Ukraine governor says Russian attacks repulsed


Tulsi Gabbard torches cancel culture and is feted at CPAC despite being Democrat - Washington Examiner
ORLANDO, Fla. — “Aloha,” former Hawaii Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard said when she took the stage at the Conservative Political Action Conference Ronald Reagan Dinner on Friday. “Aloha,” the crowd of top conservative donors and sponsors responded in a friendly manner. “You’re making me feel...


Georgia GOP chair tells January 6 committee that Trump campaign directed alternate elector effort | CNN Politics
The chairman of the Republican Party in Georgia on Friday told the House select committee investigating the January 6 riot that the Trump campaign had directed the party in 2020 to put forward an alternate slate of electors after then-President Donald Trump lost the state’s vote, according to a...


Russia-Ukraine live updates: EU takes bold steps to aid Ukraine forces
Live updates on the Russia-Ukraine crisis.
Fox Pundit Says Putin Deserves Zero Blame for Military Attack on Ukraine
Fox NewsAn opinion editor for The Washington Times on Friday argued the only people responsible for the Russian attack against Ukraine were President Joe Biden and climate envoy John Kerry.Incredibly, Charles Hurt in effect told Tucker Carlson that Vladimir Putin didn’t deserve a shred of the...

Empire State Building, other world landmarks light up in solidarity with Ukraine
Cities across the globe light up in blue and yellow in solidarity with Ukraine as Russia pushes on with its invasion of its European neighbor.

Russia's VTB Bank dropped by U.S. lobbying firm after latest round of sanctions
Lobbying giant Sidley Austin dropped VTB Bank as a client after U.S. imposed sanctions following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Two Russian transport planes shot down around Kyiv, Ukraine says - Washington Examiner
At least two Russian military transport planes have been shot down by Ukrainian air defenses, Ukrainian officials said early Saturday morning.An IL-76 heavy transport plane was shot down near Vasylkiv, a city roughly 25 miles south of Kyiv, said Ukraine’s top general, Valeriy Zaluzhniy. The Kyiv...


Montana law that limited abortion providers struck down by court
A Montana law that limited abortion providers was ruled unconstitutional by a district judge, blocking a law that would have stopped advanced practice registered nurses from being able to perform e…


Latest Developments in Ukraine: Feb. 26
For full coverage of the crisis in Ukraine, visit Flashpoint Ukraine. The latest developments of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, all times EST: 11:33 p.m.: Agence France-Presse has a graphic explaining the SWIFT international payments network: SWIFT international payments...


Latest Russia-Ukraine updates: Battles rage for Ukraine’s cities
Ukraine news from February 26: UN says internal displacement also growing as Ukraine forces battle all-round assault.

Finland says debate on NATO membership ‘will change’ after Russian invasion
Finish Prime Minister Sanna Marin on Thursday said Russia’s invasion of Ukraine will change the debate around NATO membership within her country.”Finland is not currently facing an immed…


Gunfire and explosions reported in Kyiv as Ukraine's leader accuses Putin of waging "war against Europe"
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky appeals to the West to take tougher action against Vladimir Putin as air raid sirens go off again in Kyiv.


NATO rushing to resupply Ukraine by land; no-fly zone all but ruled out
The new overland option is something that “we’re prepared to do for weeks, for months, whatever it takes,” one diplomat from a NATO country told POLITICO.


Fake viral footage is spreading alongside the real horror in Ukraine. Here are 5 ways to spot it
Footage claiming to document the situation in Ukraine may not necessarily be genuine. Here’s how to treat viral footage with the right level of scepticism before sharing it on social media.

NASA shrugs off Roscosmos leader's rant over U.S. sanctions and space station
NASA on Friday shrugged off public comments from the head of its Russian counterpart suggesting U.S. sanctions imposed against Moscow over the Ukraine crisis could "destroy" U.S.-Russian teamwork on the International Space Station (ISS). Dmitry Rogozin, director-general of Russian space agency...

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Chernobyl isn't the biggest nuclear risk. Ukraine's active nuclear power plants are.
Ukraine said Friday morning that its 15 reactors were still operating "safely and securely," but nuclear power plants "are not designed for war zones," one expert said.


Live coverage: Ukrainian president says Russia will ‘assault’ Kyiv tonight
Russian forces on Friday have entered the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv as U.S. intelligence officials warn that the city could fall within days.Follow The Hill’s live coverage below:Trudeau…


Pelosi: Important to understand the 'brilliance' of Biden's response to Russian invasion
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Friday touted the “brilliance” of President Biden's response to a Russian invasion in Ukraine, telling reporters that his experience in government has helped him to understand “the arena."

Russian offensive unexpectedly slowed by fierce Ukrainian resistance
“We do assess that there is greater resistance by the Ukrainians than the Russians expected,” a senior U.S. defense official said. “They are fighting for their country.”

Accused Dad Killer Told Cops He’s Trump—and Parents Are ‘Bill and Hillary’
Hamilton County Sheriff's OfficeAn Indiana man charged with murdering his father and brutally beating his mother told police that he is Donald Trump and his parents are Bill and Hillary Clinton, according to a probable cause affidavit obtained by The Daily Beast.After stabbing his dad to death...
What to know about Vitali and Wladimir Klitschko, boxing champs fighting for Ukraine vs. Russia
Who are the Klitschko brothers, Vitali and Wladimir, legendary heavyweight boxing champions helping defend Ukraine against the Russian invasion?
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US sanctions on Russian oligarchs miss richest of rich
WASHINGTON (AP) — The term Russian oligarch conjures images of posh London mansions, gold-plated Bentleys and sleek superyachts in the Mediterranean, their decks draped with partiers dripping in jewels.


Pentagon mulling ways to get more lethal aid to Ukraine
The U.S. military will provide additional lethal aid for Ukraine but is working through the logistics of delivery given the contested airspace over Ukraine, the Pentagon’s top spokesman said Friday…

Ketanji Brown Jackson’s nomination is rare moment of celebration for Biden
Biden is embattled on all fronts – from a stalled domestic agenda to international order – but a supreme court pick is an enduring act Ketanji Brown Jackson in April 2021. Photograph: Reuters Two years ago exactly, Joe Biden stood on a debate stage in Charleston, South Carolina, his candidacy on...

List of sanctions against Russia after it invaded Ukraine
US, EU, and UK are among those imposing sanctions on Russia after its attack on Ukraine.

US to sanction Putin as Russia continues deadly invasion - Washington Examiner
The Biden administration will sanction President Vladimir Putin, ramping up pressure on the Russian leader as Moscow continues a deadly military assault on Ukraine.President Joe Biden leveled new economic penalties on the Russian financial system and Kremlin elites and sanctioned the...


‘Noise, speed, chaos and fuss everywhere’: diary of evacuation from Kyiv
Larisa Kalik documents the Russian invasion of Ukraine and being forced to leave the city she loves

Russia invades Ukraine: Live updates
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a military operation in Ukraine early Thursday. A battle is underway for control of Ukraine's capital, Kyiv. The US has warned Russia is seeking to encircle the city, and a Ukrainian official said it has been hit by missiles. Follow here for live news...
Biden's GOP critics on Ukraine won't admit that a stronger response could trigger nuclear war
The GOP's attacks on Biden offer a distorted take on what he can realistically do in response to Russia's war in Ukraine.

EXCLUSIVE: UPenn, Philly DA ignore complaints about Lia Thomas’s male nudity in women’s locker room - Washington Examiner
Imagine you are a parent to a female college student-athlete. Now, imagine, what would you do if your daughter told you that someone who was a man and still had male genitalia was frequently naked in front of your daughter every day after practice. How would you feel as a parent? That is a current

Canada sanctions Putin, Lavrov in bid to 'suffocate' regime
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau urges allies to support Russia's removal from SWIFT.


Russia ally Kazakhstan denies request to join attack on Ukraine: Report - Washington Examiner
Kazakhstan, a neighbor and ally of Russia, has reportedly denied a request for its troops to join Russian forces in their invasion of Ukraine. The former Soviet republic also said it is not recognizing the Russia-created breakaway republics, the Luhansk People’s Republic and the Donetsk People’s...


Negative views of Russia near Cold War levels amid Ukraine crisis: POLL
Support for sanctions subsides to half if higher energy prices result.

Steve Bannon claims he didn't "willfully" commit a crime in defying congressional subpoenas
In a new court filing, his attorneys say he didn't comply because he was heeding his lawyers' advice and didn't know he was committing a crime.


Russia says it’s not hitting Ukraine’s civilian infrastructure. Evidence suggests otherwise | CNN
Social media videos, photos and satellite images analyzed and geolocated by CNN confirm that on several occasions densely populated areas have been hit by Russian forces.

Biden hits Russia's yacht-riding rich with sanctions. Will that blunt Putin's Ukraine invasion?
President Biden's sanctions need to hit more Russian oligarchs and harder, U.S. officials said.

North Carolina GOP seeks Supreme Court intervention in voting map dispute
Top Republican lawmakers in North Carolina on Friday asked the Supreme Court to halt state court rulings that struck down new GOP-drawn voting districts as unfairly partisan and replaced the Republ…


Here are the Russian oligarchs targeted in Biden's sanctions
“These people are KGB cronies,” a former U.S. ambassador said. “They have more influence on policy, the kind of policy that led to invading Ukraine, for example."


Ukraine death toll: What we know so far
Ukraine says hundreds of people were killed as Russia attacks on multiple fronts across the country.

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Russia's hidden tool to undermine sanctions
Rapidly evolving digital markets have created new ways to subvert heavy-duty penalties that were designed to cut off wealthy Russians and state-backed institutions from the U.S. financial system in the aftermath of the invasion of Ukraine.


Kyle Rittenhouse wants ‘cowardly’ Joe Biden to apologize - Washington Examiner
Kyle Rittenhouse wants an apology from President Joe Biden for linking him to white supremacy. Fresh off announcing a new initiative to challenge those the teenager believes have defamed him, Rittenhouse told Newsmax host Eric Bolling on Friday that he has reached out to Biden several times to...

Putin’s threat of ‘consequences’ heightens worries about Americans’ electricity
The U.S. power grid is a key potential target for a Russian cyberattack as tensions increase over Moscow's invasion of Ukraine. That could bring an escalation from the Biden administration and NATO.


Will Biden's SCOTUS nominee get GOP support? Republicans signal tough road ahead
No Republicans are needed to confirm Ketanji Brown Jackson, but they can still sling arrows.
'KGB cronies,' business execs: These 7 Russian oligarchs were hit with U.S. sanctions
A former KGB leader, a diamond mine executive and a deputy prime minister — these are just some of the roles held by Russian oligarchs targeted by the Biden

Six factors to guide investors during Ukraine turmoil
Portfolios will need to be prepared to deal with a wide range of ‘what if’ scenarios
GOP casts Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson as far-left favorite
Some top Republicans quickly moved to define Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, President Biden's nominee for Supreme Court justice, as a favorite of the far left.

CPAC speakers seek to set themselves apart as they condemn Putin | CNN Politics
Despite its Trump-loving crowd, the annual Conservative Political Action Conference became a venue this week for top Republicans to set themselves apart from each other and, in some cases, from the former President as they sharply condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin and his full-scale...


Russian space chief threatens International Space Station over sanctions
Russia’s space agency chief said that the sanctions imposed by the United States and its allies over Russia’s invasion into Ukraine could potentially destroy cooperation on the Internat…


In Puerto Rico, federal and local officials clash over how to exit bankruptcy
The two sides were at odds over a debt restructuring agreement for the U.S. territory's power company and how to generate revenue for its transportation authority.


Pompeo says he is 'rooting' for the Biden administration, despite 'very different worldview'
Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo told Fox News on Friday that Secretary of State Antony Blinken has consulted with him, and while the two have "very different worldview," they have a "shared desire" to make the United States "strong and great."

Texas Republicans could be headed for a runoff in heated attorney general primary | CNN Politics
The most hotly contested statewide primary in Texas on Tuesday centers on the future of state Attorney General Ken Paxton, the Republican who spearheaded a notorious failed legal challenge to the 2020 election results and, with a slew of corruption allegations hanging over his campaign, is now...

Texas Democratic Party official resigns after racist comment
Nancy Nichols, a member of the Texas Democratic Party's executive committee will resign, weeks after a racist comment she made sparked discussions of her removal, the party's top leader Gilberto Hinojosa confirmed to Axios on Friday.Why it matters: Nichols’ decision to step down from her post...

‘Nazi-style course of action’: Ukraine blasts Russia at UNSC meet
Ukraine envoy also accuses Russia of violating rules by continuing as UNSC president during votes concerning Moscow.

Biden to nominate economist Shambaugh as U.S. Treasury's int'l chief
U.S. President Joe Biden will nominate Jay Shambaugh, a George Washington University professor and former Obama administration economic adviser, as the U.S. Treasury's next undersecretary for international affairs, the White House said on Friday.


Mike Pompeo and Governor Kristi Noem criticize Russian President Vladimir Putin while navigating potential 2024 runs
Both criticized Putin, but sided with President Trump in saying the Russian leader is "smart."


Russia-Ukraine updates: US to ban Russian carriers from its airspace
Live updates on the Russia-Ukraine crisis.

Republicans’ 2024 advice to DeSantis: Wait your turn
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Ukraine Crisis: Over 50% of Russian troops just 30 km away from Kyiv, says US
The US official said advancing Russian forces were roughly 30 kilometers outside Kyiv as of Saturday (February 26), and that an unspecified number of Russian military reconnaissance elements had entered the capital.

Ukraine invasion slower than what Russia expected, meeting more resistance: US defense official
Russian military forces have not made the kinds of gains they expected in Ukraine and have faced more resistance than anticipated from Ukrainian forces, according to a senior U.S. defense official.

Hillary Clinton promotes cyberattacks against Russia - Washington Examiner
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton touted the use of cyberattacks against Russia in response to its brutal military assault on Ukraine. Referencing hacktivist group Anonymous's recent cyberattack on a Russian state news site, Clinton advocated people who "believe in freedom" to employ...

U.S. plays support role as Ukrainian refugees flee to Europe
The United States is playing a secondary role to European nations as thousands of refugees flee Ukraine, providing emergency aid but signaling that Europe should be their primary destination. As Russia invaded Ukraine this week, the United States dispatched disaster experts to the region to...

Judge greenlights J&J strategy to resolve talc lawsuits in bankruptcy court
Johnson & Johnson can use the bankruptcy system to resolve multibillion-dollar litigation claiming its talc products cause cancer, a U.S. judge ruled on Friday, signing off on a legal maneuver that enables the company to avoid fighting more than 38,000 individual lawsuits.


Fundraisers and rent payments: Federal political spending at Trump businesses topped $1.4 million in his first year out of office | CNN Politics
Spending by candidates at Trump properties underscores his enduring popularity in GOP politics and one way the former President continues to personally benefit from his time in office.


Photos of the Week: Ukraine, Ketanji Brown Jackson and stallions
Harrison Burton, right, flips as he wrecks on the backstretch during the NASCAR Daytona 500 on Feb. 20, while Christopher Bell, left, and Ross Chastain try but are unable to avoid the crash at…


Senators weigh in on nomination of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court
Ketanji Brown Jackson was confirmed to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit a year ago in a bipartisan 53–44 vote.


GOP division over Putin, Russia-Ukraine conflict
As some Republican lawmakers decry Russian President Putin’s advances in Ukraine, Russian state television is replaying footage of former President Trump and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo praising Putin. In response to his words being used, Pompeo tells NBC News’ Vaughn Hillyard that...


El Salvador charges ex-president in 1989 massacre of 6 Jesuit priests
Prosecutors have charged former president Alfredo Cristiani and a dozen other people, including former military officers, in the massacre.


Ukrainian diaspora in US, Canada rallies against ‘surreal’ attack
Ukrainian communities in the US and Canada are organising demonstrations, fundraisers after Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Stocks up, fear down on Wall Street despite Ukraine invasion
NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street capped a turbulent week of trading Friday with a broad rally for stocks as relief flowed through the market, even as deadly attacks raged in Ukraine. Oil fell and investors turned away from gold and other traditional havens they favor when fear is high. The S&P 500...

What does Putin want in Ukraine? The conflict explained
After months of military buildup and brinkmanship on its border with Ukraine, Russia invaded its ex-Soviet neighbor with a multi-pronged attack, threatening to destabilize Europe and draw in the United States.
From 'Rigged Election' To No Keystone XL: GOP Shifts Blame For Putin's Invasion
Republicans are desperate to blame President Joe Biden for Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

More lobbyists cut ties with Russia clients
Lobbyists severing ties with clients in Russia continued today after the White House rolled out a new wave of sanctions on Russian financial institutions a day earlier.


62 percent of voters say Putin wouldn’t have invaded Ukraine if Trump were president: poll
A majority of American voters say that Russian President Vladimir Putin would not have invaded Ukraine had former President Trump still been in office, according to a new survey released …


Chef Jose Andres’s World Central Kitchen giving out meals along border of war-torn Ukraine - Washington Examiner
Celebrity chef Jose Andres announced Friday evening that his not-for-profit organization will provide meals along Ukraine's western border as the country fends off a Russian invasion. Andres, who announced Thursday that his team was headed to Poland, said in a video posted on social media that...


Cell phone carriers waive charges, allow free long-distance calling to Ukraine
The largest U.S. cell phone carriers are waiving charges or allowing free long-distance calling to Ukraine amid the ongoing Russian invasion.T-Mobile announced on Thursday that, until nex…


Pompeo criticizes Biden for not considering 'every American' when making Supreme Court pick
ORLANDO, Fla.— Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo criticized President Biden Friday for not considering "every American" when choosing a Supreme Court nominee and instead fulfilling a campaign promise to appoint the first Black woman to serve on the nation's high court.

Chernobyl: Why radiation levels spiked at nuclear plant
Radiation levels increased, but a disaster at the defunct nuclear power plant there is 'extremely unlikely', experts say.


Taiwan condemns Ukraine invasion and vows Russia sanctions while China sends mixed signals - Washington Examiner
Taiwan condemned the Russian invasion of Ukraine and declared it would join U.S.-led sanctions against Russia, even as China, which has long desired to conquer Taiwan, sent mixed signals about its Kremlin ally and its own intentions. Taiwan, an independent and self-governed democratic island off...


Ukrainian staff of US Embassy in Kyiv ask State Department for urgent help | CNN Politics
Ukrainian staff of the US Embassy in Kyiv are asking the State Department for urgent help as their country comes under attack by Russia.


Russian invasion: Biden in 2019 said 'imagine what can happen in Ukraine' under Trump
President Biden’s previous comments on what could "happen in Ukraine"under former President Trump are resurfacing amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Capitals’ Ovechkin calls for ‘no more war’ with Ukraine
Washington Capitals player Alex Ovechkin, who hails from Moscow, on Friday asked for ‘no more war’ as Russia carries out a violent attack of Ukraine.”Please, no mor…


Kimberly Guilfoyle's meeting with Jan. 6 committee goes awry following clash over ground rules
Guilfoyle, an adviser to former President Trump, abruptly ended a private conversation she was having with the committee Friday.


Russia-Ukraine updates: US to ban Russian carriers from its airspace
Live updates on the Russia-Ukraine crisis.

Colorado officials signal support for Ukraine amid Russian attack
Colorado officials this week signaled their support for Ukraine as Russia continues to invade its western neighbor despite international condemnation. Gov. Jared Polis took actions to ensure the st…

U.S. Will Target Putin’s Assets Like Every Other Tyrant
Peter Klaunzer/Pool/Keystone viaGetty ImagesPresident Joe Biden is planning to levy sanctions personally against Russian President Vladimir Putin as he wages an all-out assault in Ukraine, the White House announced on Friday, a major escalation in the economic punishments being levied against...

Inhofe’s chief of staff launches bid to replace him
Luke Holland, the longtime aide and chief of staff to Sen. James Inhofe, is running to succeed the veteran Republican lawmaker and has received the senator’s support.Inhof…


Could bitcoin be Putin’s economic savior? That’s unlikely, experts say
Virtual currencies such as bitcoin are sometimes associated with lawlessness, but the reality is they’ve become a regulated business with safeguards against money laundering.


Sentence, state trial loom for ex-cops in Floyd's killing
Three former Minneapolis police officers convicted of violating George Floyd’s civil rights now face federal sentences that one expert says could range from less than five years in prison to as much as the 25 years prosecutors are seeking for Derek Chauvin.

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Propaganda, fake videos of Ukraine invasion bombard users
TikTok videos, propagandized headlines and tweets being shared on smartphones and screens around the globe are confusing millions about the reality of how Russia's invasion of Ukraine is unfolding on the ground

Ukraine invasion: NATO deploying Response Force for first time to counter Putin
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg on Friday said that Russian President Vladimir Putin has threatened the alliance by telling it to withdraw forces from member nations or face consequences.
Jen Psaki Laughs Off Ted Cruz's 'Peppermint Patty' Diss: 'I'm Tougher Than That'
The Texas Republican attempted to mock the White House press secretary at CPAC by comparing her to the “Peanuts” character.

NM protestors gather to speak out against Russian attack on Ukraine
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A small but dedicated group of demonstrators gathered in Albuquerque to protest Russia’s attack on Ukraine and call on western powers to intervene. The group drew h…


Black leaders, civil rights groups cheer Biden court pick
Black leaders and civil rights groups on Friday celebrated President Biden’s forthcoming nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to serve on the Supreme Court, which will fulfill&…


Stock markets rebound on Russia sanctions
Oil prices fall back and global shares rise as concerns ease over sanctions.


Canada protest convoy organizer Pat King denied bail
A Canadian judge has denied bail to a prominent organizer of the three-week convoy protest against coronavirus restrictions in Ottawa

Putin who? At CPAC, few Republicans mention Russian autocrat
Those who did bring up Russia largely blamed Biden for the invasion, a message that could be complicated by praise for Putin from Trump and others.


Ukraine minister decries Russian ‘war crimes’ on schools, orphanages
The Ukrainian Minister of Foreign Affairs tweeted Friday to decry reported Russian attacks on kindergartens and orphanages as “war crimes.”Dmytro Kuleba said that the Russian attacks are viola…


In trans people, GOP candidates find latest 'wedge issue'
Political observers say Republican candidates are using transgender people as a classic “wedge issue” as 2022 campaigns heat up. An attack ad in the U.S.


KBJ all the way: Supreme Court pick reinvigorates Schumer
The Senate majority leader failed to unify his caucus on major party priorities, twice. Confirming a Supreme Court nominee could be an easier win.


East Texas congressional candidates give thoughts on response to Russia-Ukraine conflict
With Russia conducting military operations inside Ukraine, President Joe Biden announced sweeping new sanctions against the country.

EXPLAINER: What does Texas' data on abortions say about law?
Texas has released data showing a marked drop in abortions at clinics in the state in the first month under the nation’s strictest abortion law, but that only tells part of the story.


Ukraine conflict: Champions League final moved from Russia & F1 GP cancelled
The 2022 Champions League final will be played in Paris after Russia is stripped of the match following the nation's invasion of Ukraine.
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California reps ask US for new water study at former base
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (AP) — Two California congressmembers are asking the federal government to study whether there’s evidence that potential toxic and contaminated drinking water at Fort Ord can be tied to specific cancers and other diseases.


Ukraine invasion: Missiles hit Kyiv as fight for capital looms
Ukraine's defiant president says the country's army "broke" Russia's plan to block the city.


Ukraine crisis: IAF decides not to send aircraft to multilateral air exercise in UK
NEW DELHI: The Indian Air Force has decided not to deploy its combat jets in a multilateral air exercise in the UK next month in view of the situation arising o

Swalwell floats expulsion of Russian exchange students over Ukraine invasion - Washington Examiner
California Rep. Eric Swalwell said the United States should consider deporting all Russian foreign exchange students in response to the nation's invasion of Ukraine. Swalwell, a Democrat who represents a northern California Bay Area district, made the comments during an interview on CNN Newsroom...


Fleeing Russia’s advancing troops means some Ukrainians are leaving husbands, sons and brothers behind | CNN
At the railway station in Lviv, in Ukraine’s westernmost corner, near the Polish border, hundreds of people are pouring off of trains, disembarking as sirens blare.


Report: Feds should create guidelines on less-lethal weapons
One of the nation’s leading police research groups is calling on the Justice Department to study how police use less-lethal weapons like tear gas and bean-bag guns.


U.S. weighs hotline with Russia to avoid accidental clash near Ukraine
As Russia presses ahead with its Ukraine invasion, there is a growing risk of an inadvertent collision between U.S. and Russian forces in the area, former military officers say.


Rioter carrying Pelosi's podium in viral photo gets prison
A Florida man who grabbed House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s podium and posed for photographs with it during the U.S.


Historic court pick brings rare criminal defense experience
The judge President Joe Biden has chosen to fulfill his historic pledge to name the first Black woman to the Supreme Court would also bring rare experience of defending poor people charged with crimes.


Inhofe's resignation shakes up GOP politics in Oklahoma
Oklahoma’s U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe says he will step down before his six-year term is up. The 87-year-old senator is the ranking Republican on the Senate Armed Services Committee.


UN body weighs a global treaty to fight plastic pollution
United Nations member countries are considering proposals for a binding global treaty to curb plastic pollution

Bihar govt to bear travel expenses of returnees from war-hit Ukraine
Tales of harried parents eagerly awaiting their wards' return from Ukraine are pouring in from all parts of the state.

MLB lockout talks appear to gain momentum
Talks will continue Saturday, the 87th day of baseball’s first work stoppage since 1995


U.S. plans new safety rules to crack down on carbon monoxide poisoning from portable generators
The announcement comes two months after an investigation detailed the deadly cost of the government’s failure to regulate portable generators.


Ukraine invasion: 100,000 people displaced as families seek shelter underground
The United Nations, UN, on Friday said that at least 100,000 people have likely been displaced by the violence in the Ukraine crisis and terrified


US eases trade with Afghanistan despite Taliban sanctions
The Biden administration is seeking to assure financial institutions and other businesses that U.S. sanctions on the Taliban aren’t intended to interfere with trade that could help Afghanistan emerge from an economic and humanitarian crisis

Ukrainian President Zelensky says Russian forces will attack Kyiv
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says through social media that Russian forces will attack the capital city Kyiv soon. NBC foreign correspondent Matt Bradley reports from eastern Ukraine.


Ukraine’s leader defiant as Kyiv withstands Russian overnight attacks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who said he will remain in the capital Kyiv, had warned of a "full scale storm" from Russian troops.


Ukraine invasion, England flooding, Amir Locke: This Week in Pictures
Find this week's top photos from around the globe in ABC News' This Week in Pictures slideshow

Retired SWAT officer Curtis Reeves acquitted in Florida movie theater shooting
Retired Tampa police Captain Curtis Reeves had been charged with second-degree murder for killing Chad Oulson.


John Landy, pursuer of Bannister's 4-minute mile, dies at 91
John Landy, an Australian runner who dueled with Roger Bannister in a bid to become the first person to run a four-minute mile, has died. He was 91.


Mothers of trans kids react to Texas anti-trans directive: 'It feels like we are being bullied'
Gov. Greg Abbott's directive calls gender-transitioning and affirming procedures "child abuse."

Authorities seize nearly $3M worth of meth in onion shipment
Authorities have seized nearly $3 million worth of methamphetamine, hidden among a shipment of onions, during a tractor-trailer’s inspection at federal facility in San Diego


Some Americans welcome new CDC mask guidance, others wary
Americans who have been clamoring for an end to mask-wearing have welcomed new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.


It's safe to unmask in many places, says the CDC. These experts aren't quite ready
Doctors and health researchers are looking to testing rates, case rates – and intuition – to determine when they'll feel comfortable mingling maskless indoors.


Scientists are working on combo flu and COVID-19 shot, but don't expect one this fall
Scientists working on combo flu and COVID-19 shot, but don't expect one this fall

Hong Kong's success in fending off COVID comes back to haunt
For two years, Hong Kong successfully insulated most of its residents from COVID-19, even going nearly three months late last year without a single locally spread case.


COVID-19 pandemic forces a nationwide reckoning for American churches on how to safely reopen
ABC analysis shows US church attendance has dropped during the pandemic with many still struggling to recover.

Ukraine, already contending with Covid and polio, faces mounting health threats
Ukraine is coming off its highest spike in Covid cases and has been working to control a polio outbreak since October.


S. Korea has deadliest day of pandemic amid omicron surge
South Korea has seen its deadliest day of the pandemic, reporting 112 fatalities in the latest 24-hour period, as it grapples with a wave of coronavirus infections driven by the fast-moving omicron variant

CDC: Many healthy Americans can take a break from masks
U.S. officials say most Americans live in places where healthy people can safely take a break from wearing masks.


COVID-stricken mom reunites with baby 2 months after birth
A 20-year-old New Hampshire woman has reunited with her new baby after fighting for her life against COVID-19 for two months

CDC revises mask guidelines, says millions of Americans no longer need to wear masks indoors
New guidance issued by the agency adds an emphasis on hospitalization data to decide COVID-19 measures.


New CDC Covid-19 metrics drop strong mask recommendations for most of the country | CNN
Most people in the United States live in areas where those who are healthy do not need to wear masks indoors, according to new US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance – a sweeping change from what earlier Covid-19 metrics recommended.


WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala calls for more 'political will' on Covid, future pandemics
For more than a year, WTO members have discussed a possible agreement on a Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights waiver.


Google rolls back COVID-19 restrictions for US employees - Washington Examiner
Google is relaxing some vaccination, masking, and social distancing requirements for its U.S. employees. Google Real Estate and Workplace Services Vice President David Radcliffe first told San Francisco Bay Area employees in an email that requirements surrounding masking, vaccines, and testing...


Teacher Resigns for Saying Conservative Christians Should Get COVID & Die
(WBAP/KLIF) -- A North Texas middle school teacher has resigned after comments made in a school hallway about COVID-19 vaccines. A video surfaced online of a Colleyville Middle School teacher talking with two other colleagues in a high traffic area. In the video, the teacher shared her p


CDC says Americans can now go unmasked in many parts of the country
The federal health agency released new guidance for when Americans need to mask up indoors, saying about 70% of the population lives in a place where it's safe to go mask free.


Colorado shifting to endemic response for COVID-19
Gov. Jared Polis announced a new way the state will handle COVID-19 moving forward during a news conference Friday afternoon.

All the COVID news you need in one place
Mask rules have changed and restrictions have been updated in some states and territories. Get up to speed on all the coronavirus news from across Australia.


Could COVID-19 increase the risk of dementia?
Medical News Today looked at emerging research and spoke to top experts to learn about the possible link between COVID-19 and dementia risk.


Hong Kong's new COVID cases top 10,000 in spiraling outbreak
Hong Kong has reported another sharp jump in new COVID-19 cases to more than 10,000 in the latest 24-hour period
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