Moscow Policeman Killed in Bomb Attack on Ukraine War Anniversary
A Moscow policeman was killed and two others injured in a bomb attack at a central train station on the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
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Russian Finance Ministry Admits Failure to Curb Illegal Online Gambling Growth
Russia's Finance Ministry has admitted it is losing the battle against the rapid growth of illegal online casinos, which officials say are draining billions of rubles from citizens each year.
Ryanair Staff Wears Pro-Hamas Badge at London Stansted, Sparks Debate
Ryanair faces backlash after a gate agent allegedly wore a pro-Hamas badge at London Stansted Airport, prompting a passenger to complain and igniting a debate over employee neutrality.
Jaishankar Meets Ukrainian FM at Munich Security Conference
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha at the Munich Security Conference 2026, discussing the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and bilateral ties.
Russia-Ukraine War Day 1,460: Lviv Attack, Kyiv Strikes, Energy Sector Targeted
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russia of a deadly attack in Lviv, as fighting continued across Ukraine with strikes targeting Kyiv and the energy sector.
Jaishankar meets Ukrainian FM at Munich, discusses conflict and ties
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha at the Munich Security Conference 2026 to discuss the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and bilateral relations.
Ukraine Faces New Air Raid Alerts Amid Escalating Tensions
Ukraine is under air raid alerts across much of the country as Russia increases its military pressure, with reports of reconnaissance flights and strategic bomber movements.
7 Chinese Tourists, Driver Die in Lake Baikal Ice Plunge
Seven Chinese tourists and their Russian driver drowned after their minibus plunged through a fissure in the ice on Lake Baikal in Siberia. Russian authorities recovered the bodies from 18 meters underwater on Saturday.
Ukraine Prepares Elections for Fall 2026 Amid War
Ukrainian lawmakers are accelerating preparations for presidential elections in fall 2026 and parliamentary polls in spring 2027, even as fighting continues. Sources in the Verkhovna Rada say scenarios are being developed to hold votes during wartime without lifting martial law.
Prince Andrew Arrested on Misconduct in Public Office Charge
Police arrested Prince Andrew on suspicion of misconduct in public office, a rare charge against a senior royal. The king's brother faces questioning after officers searched his properties in Berkshire and central London.
Prince Andrew Returns Norwegian Order of St. Olav
Britain's Prince Andrew has returned the Order of St. Olav, Norway's highest peacetime honor, nearly 40 years after receiving it. The Norwegian palace confirmed the move on Thursday without disclosing a reason.
Athens Airport Radar Fails, Leaving Controllers with One Screen
Air traffic controllers at Athens International Airport lost contact with a key radar on Thursday, dropping from three operational screens to just one. The Association of Greek Air Traffic Controllers blamed a data link failure to Merenta Hill for the breakdown.
Prince Andrew Arrested on Suspicion of Misconduct in Public Office
Police arrested Prince Andrew at his Wood Farm home on the Sandringham estate on his 66th birthday, detaining him on suspicion of misconduct in public office linked to his time as UK trade envoy. Thames Valley Police confirmed the arrest of a man in his sixties from Norfolk and are conducting searches at addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk.
Starmer says ‘nobody above law’ as UK probes push Prince Andrew on Epstein ties
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer declared 'nobody is above the law' while urging Prince Andrew to cooperate with investigators examining his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein. Nine UK police forces are reviewing Epstein-related allegations of human trafficking and sexual assault as the royal turns 65.
Kings Worthy Parents Protest School Bus Cuts in Winchester
Dozens of parents from Kings Worthy plan to protest outside Hampshire County Council offices in Winchester on Thursday, February 26, over the planned scrapping of a bus service to The Henry Beaufort School. The council confirmed it will end the route on April 13, forcing about 183 pupils to walk a three-mile alternative path officials deem safe.