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Press freedom supporters fear home raid on Washington Post reporter could suppress journalism
Journalist Raid Raises Concerns Over Press Freedom If the intention behind Wednesday’s raid on the home of a Washington Post reporter was to discourage investigative coverage of the government, the Trump administration appears to have picked a particularly significant figure to target. Hannah Natanson, referred to by her colleagues as the "federal government whisperer" due to her in-depth reporting on changes under President Donald Trump’s administration, had her phone, two laptops,
Press freedom supporters fear home raid on Washington Post reporter could suppress journalism
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World temperatures fell in 2025, yet scientists caution more heat extremes ahead
According to new research from the European Copernicus Climate Service and the Met Office, global temperatures in 2025 were slightly lower than in 2024 due to the cooling influence of the natural La Niña phenomenon in the Pacific Ocean. However, the past three years have still been the warmest ever recorded, continuing to edge the planet closer to surpassing global climate goals. Even with the moderating effect of La Niña, temperatures in 2025 remained significantly higher than those seen just
World temperatures fell in 2025, yet scientists caution more heat extremes ahead
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Parliament discusses stricter penalties for draft evasion, says MP
У Верховній Раді України тривають обговорення щодо посилення відповідальності за уникнення мобілізації до збройних сил. Про це повідомив Андрій Осадчук – народний депутат від партії "Голос" і перший заступник голови парламентського Комітету з питань правоохоронної діяльності – в ефірі Radio NV. Коментуючи можливість збільшення покарання за ухилення від мобілізації, він наголосив, що особисто в дискусіях участі не брав. "Проте мені відомо, що принаймні одне засідання з цього
Parliament discusses stricter penalties for draft evasion, says MP
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US Justice Department launches criminal investigation into Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell revealed on Sunday that he is the subject of a criminal investigation launched by federal prosecutors. In a recorded statement, Powell explained that the U.S. Department of Justice had served subpoenas to the Federal Reserve and warned him of potential criminal charges related to his testimony before the Senate concerning renovations of Fed buildings. Powell described the investigation as extraordinary and suggested it stemmed from his refusal to lower
US Justice Department launches criminal investigation into Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell
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Court hears Google worker was laid off after reporting sexual harassment
A senior Google executive claims she was dismissed after raising concerns about a colleague who discussed his swinger lifestyle with clients and shared an explicit photo of his wife. Victoria Woodall told an employment tribunal that she faced retaliation from the company after reporting a male manager’s conduct, who was later terminated following an internal inquiry. Documents presented in court and reviewed by the BBC reveal that Google's internal investigation found the manager had
Court hears Google worker was laid off after reporting sexual harassment
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Delicious and Juicy Chopped Chicken Patties: A Whole Pile Vanishes in 10 Minutes
На відміну від класичних котлет, рубані котлети з курки готуються не з перемеленого фаршу, а з дрібно нарізаного м’яса. Завдяки цьому вони нагадують відбивну і виходять більш соковитими. М'ясні волокна не ушкоджуються, отже котлети зберігають усю природну соковитість. Котлети з дрібно нарізаного курячого філе Ці смачні котлети з’їдаються дуже швидко. Особливо добре вони смакують із картопляним пюре або тушкованими овочами. Необхідні інгредієнти: • 500 г курячого філе; • 1 яйце; • 80 г
Delicious and Juicy Chopped Chicken Patties: A Whole Pile Vanishes in 10 Minutes
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U.S. citizens among international travelers marooned on remote Yemeni island
Dozens of international travelers seeking adventure on a distant Indian Ocean island have found themselves unable to leave due to mounting conflict in Yemen disrupting transportation routes. Tourists from Europe and the United States told CNN that potentially “hundreds” of people are currently stuck on the island of Socotra, which lies at the crossroads of the Gulf of Aden, the Arabian Sea, and the Guardafui Channel. Authorities recently declared a state of emergency, resulting in the closure
U.S. citizens among international travelers marooned on remote Yemeni island
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Russia-Ukraine conflict: Major developments, day 1,414
Here is the situation as of Thursday, January 8: Fighting • A Russian strike targeting the Odesa region of Ukraine resulted in one fatality and left five individuals wounded, according to the country’s Deputy Prime Minister Oleksii Kuleba. He noted that the attack caused damage to port infrastructure, administrative buildings, and oil storage units. • In the city of Kryvyi Rih, located in Ukraine’s Dnipro region, eight people sustained injuries due to a Russian assault. Two of those injured are
Russia-Ukraine conflict: Major developments, day 1,414
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Gas, electricity, and water prices in 2026: which utility rates might increase
На початку 2026 року одним із ключових питань для українців залишається можливе підвищення комунальних тарифів. Олег Попенко, керівник Спілки споживачів комунальних послуг, озвучив умови, за яких зростання тарифів може стати реальністю. • Тариф на газ у 2026 році • Тарифи на опалення у 2026 році • Очікувані тарифи на електроенергію в 2026 році • Чого очікувати від тарифів на воду у 2026 році Тариф на газ у 2026 році В Україні ще з 2022 року встановлено заборону на підвищення тарифів на газ і
Gas, electricity, and water prices in 2026: which utility rates might increase
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Maduro lands in US following dramatic raid that Trump claims gives America control over Venezuela
Maduro Captured and Taken to U.S. CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro was taken into U.S. custody following a covert nighttime operation. The mission, described by President Donald Trump as a turning point, aims to stabilize Venezuela under American oversight and utilize its rich oil resources for international trade. Maduro touched down Saturday at a restricted airfield in New York, hours after he and his wife, Cilia Flores, were extracted from a secured facility
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Above Skye: emotion, laughter, and unity on a fundraising journey through one of Scotland’s stunning isles
The morning begins with a serene hike. We ascend from Flodigarry, winding beneath the dark cliffs of the Quiraing, where mist swirls through the oddly shaped rocks. At the top pass, fierce winds greet us, and we battle our way down, laughing loudly along the way. I'm on the Isle of Skye, walking a stretch of the Trotternish Ridge in support of CoppaFeel!, a charity dedicated to raising breast cancer awareness among young people. There are 120 of us in total, divided into four teams of 30.
Above Skye: emotion, laughter, and unity on a fundraising journey through one of Scotland’s stunning isles
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Health aid ends, pushing millions of Americans into 2026 with sharp insurance increases
NEW YORK (AP) — Key tax credits aimed at making health insurance more affordable for most participants in the Affordable Care Act expired as the new year began, resulting in increased healthcare costs for millions across the country. A 43-day government shutdown driven by Democrats highlighted the urgency of the issue. Meanwhile, some moderate Republicans pushed for a resolution with an eye on preserving support ahead of upcoming elections. Former President Donald Trump proposed a possible
Health aid ends, pushing millions of Americans into 2026 with sharp insurance increases
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Train Travel Disrupted in Poland Due to Heavy Snowfall and Railway Accident
Залізнична аварія поблизу міста Прушкув у поєднанні з несприятливими зимовими умовами спричинила значні порушення у русі поїздів. Сильні снігопади призвели до тимчасової зупинки 16 поїздів, які не могли продовжити свій маршрут більше години. Через це було зафіксовано серйозні перебої в роботі залізничного транспорту по всій Польщі, особливо це вплинуло на рух поїздів міських перевезень SKM та Koleje Mazowieckie. За інформацією Polsat News, на лінії S1 SKM затримки становили понад пів години у
Train Travel Disrupted in Poland Due to Heavy Snowfall and Railway Accident
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Russian drone strikes hit Ukraine’s Odesa, wounding six people, including kids
KYIV, Ukraine — A barrage of Russian drones struck residential buildings and the power network in the southern Ukrainian city of Odesa overnight, leaving six individuals injured, including a small child and two other minors, according to Ukrainian officials on Wednesday. Four residential buildings sustained damage during the assault, reported Oleh Kiper, the head of Odesa’s regional military administration. Energy provider DTEK confirmed that two of its power facilities were heavily impacted.
Russian drone strikes hit Ukraine’s Odesa, wounding six people, including kids
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"No Set Deadlines": Trump’s Peace Deal Faces Harsh Realities, Says NYT
Президент США Дональд Трамп, який виступає ініціатором перемовин між Україною та Росією, все частіше зіштовхується з труднощами, що уповільнюють просування до мирної угоди. Незважаючи на заяви адміністрації про "деякий прогрес", головні питання — насамперед питання безпеки для України — досі залишаються без вирішення, зазначає The New York Times. За кілька годин до зустрічі Трампа з українським президентом Володимиром Зеленським у його резиденції в Мар-а-Лаго, міністр закордонних
"No Set Deadlines": Trump’s Peace Deal Faces Harsh Realities, Says NYT
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Trump Upended Decades of U.S. Trade Rules in 2025. Explore the Effects of His Tariffs in Four Charts
Since taking office in January, President Donald Trump has dramatically shifted the United States’ approach to trade by imposing a broad set of tariffs, effectively surrounding the nation’s economy with hefty trade barriers. These import taxes, applied at double-digit rates to goods from nearly all countries, have disrupted global trade flows and brought financial pressure to both businesses and consumers worldwide. At the same time, they’ve funneled tens of billions of dollars into the U.S.
Trump Upended Decades of U.S. Trade Rules in 2025. Explore the Effects of His Tariffs in Four Charts
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Fashion trends to watch for in 2026: Vibrant hues, fringe details and statement opulence
If one of your New Year goals is to move beyond your usual outfit rotation (no shame in that!), you're in the perfect place to start fresh. Fashion operates ahead of the calendar, so we already have an idea of what style leaders envision us wearing once spring and summer roll in. Top designers have already unveiled their upcoming collections in cities like London, Paris, Milan, and New York. Here are six of the standout trends making waves for the 2026 spring/summer fashion season. While
Fashion trends to watch for in 2026: Vibrant hues, fringe details and statement opulence
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Trump’s comeback posed tough challenges for clean energy. So what’s fueling advocates’ optimism in 2026?
Clean Energy in 2025: A Year of Setbacks and Progress Despite numerous setbacks, clean energy experienced a few notable advancements in a year marked by profound shifts. Former President Donald Trump pushed policies favoring fossil fuels and hindered support for renewable energy sources, say many in the industry, ranging from developers to policymakers. A poll conducted by The Associated Press revealed that 2025 was a year of instability for renewable energy. However, progress did occur as
Trump’s comeback posed tough challenges for clean energy. So what’s fueling advocates’ optimism in 2026?
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‘When the jokes fall flat, it’s like your spirit vanishes’: did you catch the story of the Bradley Cooper movie sparked by John Bishop … ?
During a Christmas open-mic night in New York, a new face took the stage under the name Alex Novak. He was moderately funny, clearly dealing with personal issues, and his set centered on the emotional fallout of a divorce. What stood out the most, though, was how much he resembled Will Arnett, known for roles in Arrested Development and other popular works. “I had no idea what I was getting into,” recalls Arnett, nearly a year later. “I’ve worked around comedians for years, but never actually
‘When the jokes fall flat, it’s like your spirit vanishes’: did you catch the story of the Bradley Cooper movie sparked by John Bishop … ?
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Americans crave connection. So why are European-style plazas so rare here?
When Elizabeth Ruane and her family lived for a semester in Lüneburg, Germany, much of their daily life centered around the town’s main square, Marktplatz. “There was this enormous community market in Marktplatz where everything you needed was available,” she recalled. “It served as a central spot where everyone gathered. You’d simply say, ‘Let’s meet at the market.’ It created a sense of unity that’s often hard to find in the U.S.” It was a far cry from ordering groceries online for home
Americans crave connection. So why are European-style plazas so rare here?
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