Aldrich Ames Spy Case Retold For nearly ten years, Aldrich Ames handed over classified information to the Soviet Union, sabotaging over 100 covert operations and directly resulting in the execution of at least 10 allied operatives. On April 28, 1994, his betrayal led to a life sentence in prison. Two months earlier, the BBC interviewed one of the spies he exposed—who, against all odds, survived. The year was 1985 when Soviet assets secretly working for the CIA began vanishing. One after

Stretching from Inverness all the way to Britain’s northernmost rail junction, the Far North Line glides through grazing pastures, rustic communities, and the planet’s only Unesco-recognised blanket peatland. As the train slowly eases out of Inverness Station and ventures into the Scottish Highlands, a wave of excitement courses through me. I once spent four summers working in these wild parts, and the deep ties to this dramatic terrain still stir my heart. At last, I'm back—reuniting my

Landmine Treaty Under Threat Ten years ago in Mozambique, representatives from numerous nations gathered with a shared mission: to eliminate one of warfare’s most devastating remnants. Buoyed by a breakthrough agreement prohibiting landmine use, production, and hoarding, they boldly set a target to finish the job by 2025. Now, with that deadline upon us, the landscape has shifted dramatically. Five European NATO countries bordering Russia have declared plans to exit the treaty. They justify

A solemn farewell is unfolding in Vatican City as thousands have gathered to honor Pope Francis, remembered for his devotion to the marginalized and his transformative vision for the Catholic Church. Silence filled the moment before the ceremony began. Applause echoed across St. Peter's Square as the pope’s casket emerged from the great basilica in a dignified procession just after 10 a.m. local time (4 a.m. ET). The funeral Mass is being conducted on the basilica’s grand steps, a sacred

Moscow has launched a fresh wave of deadly attacks on Ukraine, defying a public call from US President Donald Trump urging Russian President Vladimir Putin to “STOP!” the aggression. At least eight people lost their lives during overnight drone assaults across multiple regions in Ukraine, coming just one day after Russia carried out its most lethal strike operation since last summer. One such drone strike hit the eastern city of Pavlohrad on Friday, killing three individuals, including a

Who might take up the mantle as the next leader of the Catholic Church? The answer carries deep significance for over 1.4 billion baptised Catholics worldwide. The selection process is unpredictable and open-ended, shaped by a mixture of traditions, shifting church demographics, and modern challenges. Cardinals from around the globe will gather in the Sistine Chapel for the secretive conclave, repeatedly voting until a consensus emerges around a single candidate. With 80% of those voting having

Even before I step inside, an unsettling feeling creeps over me. Searching for the entrance to Nikolaj Kunsthal—a gothic former church in Copenhagen—I’m struck by the dramatic strains of Wagner’s Tristan und Isolde. The music, famously used in Lars von Trier’s apocalyptic 2011 film Melancholia, sets a haunting scene. Inside, I sit within a draped structure reminiscent of the film’s tent, watching a planet barrel toward Earth to the sound of Wagner’s crescendo. Nearby, a long banquet table lies

At least 56 people have lost their lives following two coordinated assaults allegedly carried out by suspected nomadic herders in central Nigeria's Benue State earlier this week. The governor's office issued a sharp update to its initial report of 17 fatalities on Saturday. According to a government spokesperson, the death toll may increase as emergency crews continue their search and recovery operations. Police representative Anene Sewuese Catherine stated on Friday that “a large

With the world of museums marking 250 years since the birth of JMW Turner, it's the perfect moment to reconsider one of his most treasured masterpieces: The Fighting Temeraire. Unveiled in 1839, The Fighting Temeraire quickly captured the British public's imagination and remains an iconic piece even today. It was once crowned the nation's favourite painting and is currently featured on the £20 note. Yet, the commonly held reading of the artwork’s symbolism may diverge

Islamabad, Pakistan – Inside the vast expanse of Islamabad’s Jinnah Convention Centre, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised overseas Pakistanis, calling them the “nation’s pride” and applauding their “remarkable contributions” to their homeland despite living abroad. But Sharif didn’t stop at mere praise. Addressing over a thousand expatriates during the Overseas Pakistanis Convention on April 15, he unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at supporting the diaspora in practical ways.

SINGAPORE, April 16 (Reuters) - Nvidia (NVDA.O), opens new tab did not alert some of its top customers ahead of tighter U.S. export regulations affecting its AI chip tailored for China, according to two individuals familiar with the situation. The chipmaking giant revealed on Tuesday that it had been notified by U.S. authorities on April 9 that its H20 chip would now need a government-issued license to be shipped to China. This latest restriction is part of Washington’s ongoing attempts to curb

Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly open to a “lasting peace” agreement with Ukraine, according to United States special envoy Steve Witkoff. Witkoff, who represents President Donald Trump, shared the remarks during a TV interview on Monday evening, following what he described as “significant” discussions with Putin in Saint Petersburg the previous week. While optimism was expressed, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov cautioned that negotiating the details of any deal remains

On April 24 at 7:40 PM, the channel 2+2 will premiere the four-episode mystical crime drama titled "Evil Spirits". Director Denys Tarasov opened up about the behind-the-scenes filming process, highlighting mysterious coincidences and the challenges encountered on set. The series was partially filmed in the Carpathian Mountains, surrounded by rivers and forests. "It was both work and a kind of retreat: scenic mountains, crisp air, welcoming locals, delicious cuisine, and a dose of

INDIO, California, April 12 (Reuters) – Brazilian DJ Alok delivered an energetic fusion of electronic dance rhythms during his Saturday performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, even as global artists grow increasingly concerned about the challenges of performing in the United States. "As a Brazilian, securing a visa has always been tough," Alok shared in a backstage interview with Reuters at the Southern California event. "So, honestly, not much has changed

Запровадження мобілізації з 18 років в Україні, ймовірно, стане невідворотним кроком. Таку думку висловив командир 93-ї окремої механізованої бригади "Холодний Яр", підполковник Шаміль Крутков, який є наймолодшим командиром бригади в історії Збройних сил, в інтерв’ю для "Слідство.Інфо". "На жаль, я впевнений: мобілізувати доведеться вже з 18-річного віку. Ймовірно, це вимушений і неминучий сценарій. На практиці ми починаємо реагувати тоді, коли потрібно було діяти ще

Last week, Donald Trump introduced a bold tariff proposal that threatened to disrupt the global trade network and strain long-standing partnerships with America's allies. However, a major portion of that plan has now been placed on hold. The president opted to delay increased tariffs on most countries for 90 days, while forging ahead with a more confrontational approach toward China. Does this partial retreat bring Trump any closer to achieving his objectives on trade? Here’s a breakdown

KYIV, April 10 (Reuters) – Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna announced on Thursday that the United States and Ukraine will launch technical discussions regarding a minerals agreement in Washington starting Friday, according to a report from the Interfax Ukraine news agency.