DOJ: Confiscated Russian funds will support Ukraine — via Estonia
The funds are being transferred to Estonia because current authorities do not allow for a direct transfer to Ukraine. According to deputy attorney general Lisa…
Simona Halep sues supplements company she claims caused positive test that led to doping ban
In short: Simona Halep is suing Quantum Nutrition for more than $US10 million in damagesHalep says a supplement she took during the 2022 US Open…
Bernie Sanders shaped this small city, and it gave him fame
BURLINGTON, Vt. — Strolling with her son by the lake, she spotted the telltale crown of flyaway hair. Bernie Sanders was sitting at a table with…
Somalia president accuses Ethiopia of trying to annex part of its territory | African Union News
President Mohamud ‘categorically objects’ to Ethiopia’s Red Sea port deal with Somaliland, territory Somalia claims as its own. Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has accused…
Russia’s nuclear space weapon a risk for all, says German Space Command chief – POLITICO
The worst-case scenario of an indiscriminate nuclear blast in space radiating out a satellite-frying electromagnetic pulse across low earth orbit would be devastating for everyone,…
Patrick Mahomes, wife Brittany visit 2 girls shot at Chiefs rally
1 of 2 | Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) celebrates with his wife, Brittany Matthews, after winning Super Bowl LVII over Philadelphia Eagles…
Must Reads: John F. Kelly says his tenure as Trump’s chief of staff is best measured by what the president did not do
Reporting from Washington — In August 2017, shortly after John F. Kelly became White House chief of staff, he convened crucial meetings on Afghanistan at President…
The AI insiders who want the controversial technology to be developed faster
"I don't know how to say this in a polite way, but Beff is evil," says German-American AI entrepreneur, Connor Leahy.The long-haired 28-year-old is talking…
The Middle East headache for Munich Security Conference boss Christoph Heusgen – POLITICO
As the largest member of the European Union, Germany’s stance carries weight in Brussels. And Berlin has found itself at odds with many European countries…
Firefighter killed, 13 injured in Virginia home explosion
Only charred rubble remained in the aftermath of a house explosion late Friday in Sterling, Va., near the Washington Dulles International Airport. One firefighter was…
Some L.A. politicians won’t state a position on Measure HLA
Good morning, and welcome to L.A. on the Record — our City Hall newsletter. It’s Dakota Smith and David Zahniser at the helm, letting you…
Ukraine withdrawing from Avdiivka, where outnumbered defenders held out for four months
In short: Ukraine will be withdrawing troops from Avdiivka in the country's east where they are seriously outnumbered by Russian soldiers. Brigade commanders warn the situation was soon…
Germany’s Scholz wants European allies to up defense spending – POLITICO
He said Germany, often criticized in the past for not spending enough on defense, would meet NATO's target of spending 2 percent of GDP on…
Roger Waters on Gaza, resistance and doing the right thing | TV Shows
The co-founder of the band Pink Floyd joins us for a conversation about activism, rock and resistance. Roger Waters, the bassist, singer-songwriter and co-founder of…
Who is Xavier Becerra, Biden’s top health official nominee?
WASHINGTON — Picking a top law enforcement official to be the next secretary of Health and Human Services may not seem to make much sense. But…
2 dead in University of Colorado dorm shooting
Feb. 16 (UPI) -- Two people were killed in a dorm room at the University of Colorado campus in Colorado Springs on Friday, but police…
Zelenskyy offers Trump a tour of Ukraine’s frontline – POLITICO
"This is Russia's war against any rules at all," Zelenskyy said, to applause from the auditorium, adding:" If you do not manage to act now,…
Anthony Albanese accuses Peter Dutton of talking down tough border protection regime
In short: Anthony Albanese is accusing his counterpart Peter Dutton of politicising a boat arrival and undermining Australia's border protection regime.On Friday, a boat carrying…
Trump wants to fire thousands of government workers. Liberals are preparing to fight back if he wins
WASHINGTON — Former President Trump has plans to radically reshape the federal government if he returns to the White House, promising to deport millions of immigrants…
How the songbirds of Rafah help Palestinians cope with the terror of war | Israel War on Gaza News
Rafah, Gaza Strip – In downtown Rafah, near Al-Awda Mosque, a small bird flutters in a cage hanging on the outer wall of a school which…