In a surprising move, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's chief of staff, Andrii Yermak, has resigned. This comes after anti-corruption investigators searched Yermak's residence and office. Yermak, a key figure in Ukraine's government and a trusted advisor to Zelenskyy, has been involved in important peace talks with Russia and the United States. The searches ...
A Soyuz rocket lifted off on Thursday, carrying three astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS). The crew, including two Russian cosmonauts and one NASA astronaut, reached the ISS safely. But back on Earth, a big issue popped up. A huge 20-ton service platform wasn't secured properly before the launch. This platform is used by workers to access the rocket ...
In a small village near the Israeli border, a tense situation unfolded early one morning. Israeli soldiers were on a mission to capture two brothers linked to a terror group. These brothers were suspected of planning attacks on Israel and had previously launched rockets. The soldiers managed to arrest them, but things took a turn when unknown gunmen started shooting....
Ukraine's political scene just got a major shake-up. Andriy Yermak, the president's right-hand man, stepped down from his role as chief of staff. This is the biggest leadership change since Russia's full-scale invasion four years ago. Yermak's exit is tied to a massive scandal involving $100 million. This corruption case has already led to the firing of two minister...
Anduril Industries, a hotshot defense tech company, is facing some tough times. Their drones, which are supposed to be top-notch, have been crashing. Two of their Altius drones recently nosedived during tests at Eglin Air Force Base. This is not good news for a company that's been boasting about its drones being battle-ready. Anduril has been making big waves in the...
Belgium's prime minister has expressed concerns about a European Union (EU) plan to use frozen Russian state assets to support Ukraine. Bart De Wever believes this move could complicate efforts to reach a peace deal in the ongoing conflict. De Wever shared his thoughts in a letter to the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. He warned that rushing into...
In the western city of Lviv, a cemetery tells a story of loss and resilience. Olya Kachmaryk, a mother who lost her son in the ongoing conflict with Russia, visits his grave. She hopes for peace, even if it means making tough choices. Her son, Oleksandr, is one of over 1, 000 soldiers buried in this quiet corner of Lychakiv Cemetery. With only a few spaces left, the ...
Andriy Yermak, a close ally of President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, is under scrutiny. He's a major figure in Ukraine's government, often seen as the second most powerful person after the president. Recently, anti-corruption agents searched his property, sparking a big debate. Yermak has been a constant presence beside Zelenskiy for years. They met in the early 2010s when...
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, the daughter of former South African president Jacob Zuma, has decided to leave her position in parliament. This comes after serious claims that she was involved in convincing 17 men to join Russia's fight in Ukraine. The Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) party, where she was a member, confirmed her resignation. The MK party quickly stated that they had ...
A Faberge egg, known as the Winter Egg, is about to hit the auction block. It's expected to fetch over $26 million. This isn't just any egg. It's a rare piece of history, made for Russia's royal family before the revolution. The egg is small, about 4 inches tall. But it's packed with detail. It's made of rock crystal and covered in tiny diamonds and platinum snowfla...