KHARKIV, Ukraine, Sept 1 – With hopes of restoring a sense of normalcy after over three years of war, Ukrainian families marked the new school year on Monday by sending their children to study below ground level. In Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city and a frequent target of Russian attacks, around 17,000 schoolchildren are now attending underground schools. Seven such facilities are currently in use, with more scheduled to open in the near future. "My child started first grade

TIANJIN, Sept 1 – Russian President Vladimir Putin, following his discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stated on Monday that lasting peace in Ukraine would require addressing the issue of NATO's expansion toward the east. Putin launched a large-scale military operation in Ukraine in February 2022, following years of conflict in eastern Ukraine between pro-Russian separatists and Ukrainian forces. Currently, Russian forces occupy nearly 20%

In a part of the world known for its constant rainfall, the locals’ passion for tea borders on the fanatical. While this might remind some of the UK, that’s where the resemblance ends. Rize province in northern Turkey offers a landscape straight out of a fantasy – mist-draped mountains, steep gorges, and endless layers of lush, shadowy forest. Despite its breathtaking terrain, Rize hasn’t become a major destination for international travelers. Nestled between the eastern Black Sea coastline

The UK government is seeking around £90 million in unpaid taxes following the rescue of a temporary staffing company through an £18 million deal that fully compensated its private lenders. Challenge Recruitment Group, a staffing supplier to major clients such as Tesco, Sainsbury’s, and Co-op, saw its primary assets purchased by US-based swipejobs in July. This marks the second instance the staffing company has emerged from insolvency still owing large sums to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).

Vladimir Putin is scheduled to visit China this weekend for what the Kremlin has described as a “remarkably significant” trip to one of Russia’s most essential partners, coming at a pivotal moment in discussions surrounding the Ukraine conflict. During this nearly week-long journey — unusually lengthy for the Russian president — Putin will take part in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit, hold private meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping, and attend China’s Victory Day military

Прем'єр-міністр Польщі Дональд Туск підсумував свою першу зустріч із новим президентом Каролем Навроцьким, зазначивши, що вони порозумілися хоча б в одному: обидва мають чудові родини та прекрасних дітей. Про це повідомляє Financial Times. Кароль Навроцький, якого підтримує опозиційна партія "Право і справедливість" (PiS), нещодавно став президентом. Він одразу ж наклав вето на деякі законопроєкти, серед яких були положення про підтримку українських біженців. Крім того, він

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — A newly released study highlights how rising global temperatures and a decline in rainfall intensified the devastating wildfires that swept through Turkey, Greece, and Cyprus this past summer. According to research by World Weather Attribution, the wildfires — which led to 20 deaths, forced 80,000 people to leave their homes, and charred over 1 million hectares (approximately 2.47 million acres) — were approximately 22% more severe in 2025, marking it as the most severe

Several employees at the United States Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have been placed on administrative leave after endorsing a public letter criticizing the agency's current direction, according to the nonprofit that released the statement. The group of workers was suspended on Tuesday, following their decision to support the open letter issued the previous day. The timing coincided with the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, and the letter voiced serious concerns about

LOS ANGELES (AP) — V, a member of the globally popular K-pop group BTS, took the spotlight at a Los Angeles Dodgers game Monday evening by delivering the ceremonial first pitch, following a brief meeting with baseball star Shohei Ohtani. Once on the mound, V offered a respectful bow toward Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who then caught a clean pitch from the left-handed singer. Throughout the moment, enthusiastic cheers from BTS fans echoed around the stadium. V followed up by

Thousands have been directed to evacuate Vietnam’s coastal regions bordering the South China Sea, as authorities prepare for the arrival of Typhoon Kajiki. Airports and schools have been closed in affected areas as a precaution. The Vietnamese government reported on Monday that around 30,000 individuals had already been evacuated from the coastline. Earlier warnings from officials indicated that over 500,000 people may need to relocate, and all fishing vessels were instructed to remain at

Fall Book Preview NEW YORK (AP) — Since the release of her debut novel, “The Turner House,” ten years ago, Angela Flournoy has experienced both delays and life changes while working on her second book. Life events such as becoming a mother, dealing with a global pandemic, writing essays, and public speaking all contributed to the process. Through it all, she continued crafting her newest work of fiction. “When it comes to nonfiction, there's a timeline and a firm reality you must follow,”

A will from the 17th century, which led to a dispute within William Shakespeare’s family over his grand residence in Stratford-upon-Avon, has come to light. The document was written by Thomas Nash on August 25, 1642, and was uncovered by Dr. Dan Gosling, a historian at The National Archives. He discovered it while examining unlisted boxes filled with various property records. According to Dr. Gosling, the document had likely remained unseen for more than 150 years after it was stored away in

It became known as the “Great European Charm Offensive.” Just hours before Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was set to arrive in Washington for a Monday meeting with Donald Trump, a stream of statements came from various European capitals, confirming that Zelenskyy wouldn’t be making the trip alone. Rather than standing solo, Zelenskyy would be joined by seven influential European leaders—key figures with substantial economic and military influence and a track record of strong

Noel Gallagher has expressed how he and his Oasis bandmates have been "truly overwhelmed" by the support they've received since reuniting for a tour after a 16-year break. In an interview with talkSport's Andy Goldstein, Noel spoke about the recent UK and Ireland shows, sharing that he feels "proud" of his younger brother Liam, the band's lead singer. He added that it's been "fantastic" to be back performing alongside him. Oasis took the stage

DENVER (AP) — The conservative news outlet Newsmax has agreed to pay $67 million to resolve a defamation lawsuit brought by a voting technology company. The suit alleged that Newsmax spread false claims about the 2020 presidential election and the role of the company’s machines in Donald Trump’s loss, according to legal filings submitted on Monday. This agreement follows Fox News Channel's $787.5 million settlement in a similar case last year. In addition, Newsmax reportedly paid another

HANGZHOU, China, Aug 15 – An unusual exhibition in Hangzhou is turning heads by showcasing some of the most bizarre and unconventional products found on the internet in China, from sandals shaped like cabbage leaves to odd stacks of cat-shaped cushions. Titled "The Era of Uglies Has Arrived," the exhibition is being held for the first time by Chinese e-commerce platform Taobao, owned by Alibaba. It highlights over 300 unique items that either won or were nominated in the platform’s

Ancient Teeth Reveal Early Human Evolution Complexity Fossilized teeth unearthed in northeastern Ethiopia over a lengthy archaeological investigation suggest that two different types of early human ancestors lived side by side between 2.6 and 2.8 million years ago—one possibly being a yet-undiscovered species. This finding offers a new perspective on the complex paths of human evolution. Ten of the found teeth, collected between 2018 and 2020, are associated with the ancient genus

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced Saturday that he intends to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington next week. This comes following a summit between Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, which ended without reaching a resolution to the conflict in Ukraine. Zelenskyy described a “lengthy and meaningful” phone conversation with Trump on Saturday, after Trump returned from his meeting with Putin in Alaska. Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for

Here is the situation as of Friday, August 15: Fighting • Ukrainian drone strikes targeted two Russian cities, resulting in injuries to at least 16 individuals, according to local officials. • In Rostov-on-Don, a drone hit an apartment complex, wounding 13 people—two of them seriously. In Belgorod, near the Ukrainian border, three others were injured in a similar attack. • Ukrainian forces reported that one of their drone operations ignited large fires at a Russian oil refinery in the Volgograd

In Netflix's latest documentary exploring the reality behind The Biggest Loser, former contestant Joelle Gwynn delivers a blunt message to her past trainer: "Forget you, Bob Harper." Gwynn appeared on the American weight-loss competition back in 2008 and is responding to a resurfaced clip where Harper shouts at her during a treadmill workout. “Oh, and your little dog too,” she adds sarcastically. The Biggest Loser was a massive hit during its run. It aired for 18 seasons in the