Ukraine is taking a careful stance before agreeing to a new round of talks with Russia. Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has made it clear that they want to see Russia's proposed terms for a ceasefire before sending a delegation to Istanbul. This request comes after previous talks in Istanbul that did not lead to a breakthrough. The meeting, which took place ...
The U. S. aid cuts have had a significant impact on global health programs. The impact of these cuts is far-reaching and has real consequences for people around the world. In Nigeria, a mother named Mariam Mohammed experienced this firsthand. She lost her younger son, Babagana, due to the disruptions caused by these aid cuts. Babagana had sickle cell disease and n...
The night sky over Ukraine was lit up by a massive barrage of Russian drones and missiles. This was the biggest aerial assault since the war began. At least 12 people, including three young siblings, lost their lives. Dozens more were hurt in attacks that spread across the country. The strikes came just a day after one of the heaviest assaults on the capital, Kyiv, s...
The Ukraine-Russia conflict has been a major headache for the U. S. government. The war has been dragging on for over three years. This is after Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022. The current U. S. administration is trying to figure out if Russia is genuinely interested in peace talks or just stalling for time. The U. S. President has been clear about his inte...
Silence echoed from the Kremlin as the deadline for Ukraine's ceasefire demand came and went. This was a clear call for a 30-day ceasefire by Monday, May 12. The request came from Ukraine and its European allies, with a stern warning for Russia. If Russia did not agree, fresh sanctions were on the table. The U. S. and Ukraine have been pushing for...
Israel's Finance Minister, Bezalel Smotrich, recently made a bold statement. He said that if Israel wins in Gaza, the area will be completely destroyed. He also mentioned that people will start leaving for other countries. This news has caused a lot of worry, but for those living in Gaza, the biggest worry right now is the lack of food. Israel has a new plan. They w...
The recent Israel-Hamas conflict has sparked intense debates about priorities. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has emphasized the ultimate goal of victory over enemies. He made this clear during a recent event, stating that while returning hostages is crucial, the main objective in war is to defeat adversaries. This statement has not sat wel...
The Coachella music festival is known for its star-studded lineups and massive crowds. This year was no different, with some incredible performances and a few notable missteps. The festival faced some serious challenges, including record-breaking heat and strict set times that caused some issues. But let's start with the good stuff. The headliners this year really b...
The Easter weekend was supposed to bring a pause in the fighting between Ukraine and Russia. Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a temporary ceasefire, starting Saturday evening and lasting until Monday morning. However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a different story to tell. He pointed out that Russia launched drone attacks just before the truce...
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has been ongoing for over three years. Recently, there was a significant event that caught everyone's attention. Both countries agreed to swap hundreds of prisoners. This was the largest exchange since the war began. It happened just as Russia announced a temporary ceasefire for Easter. This ceasefire was supposed to last ...