In a shocking turn of events, a recent Russian assault on the western Ukrainian city of Ternopil resulted in at least 25 deaths, including three young children. The attack, which took place under the cover of night, targeted two high-rise apartment buildings, leaving behind a scene of utter devastation. Emergency services reported that 73 individuals, including 15 ch...
The world is on edge as Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic warns of a possible war between NATO and Russia. He says Europe is quickly building up its military power, calling it "defense, " while Russia is getting ready for war. Countries like Finland, Poland, and Romania are spending a lot more on their military, ignoring Russia's attempts to talk things out. This is...
Putin's aggressive moves in Ukraine and around NATO borders are a big problem. Just throwing money at defense won't fix it. NATO needs a smart plan, like the Harmel Report from 1967, but updated for today. This new plan should focus on changing Putin's mind and actions, leading to talks and better understanding. NATO's Article 5 is important, but what counts as an a...
Minnesota is buzzing with cool stuff to do this weekend. There's art, movies, history, and even some holiday cheer. Let's dive in! First up, if you love art, head to the Northrup King Building for Art Attack! It's a three-day event with art on four floors. You can watch artists work live, chat with them, and grab some tasty food from trucks outside. It's a great spo...
Deep inside Russia, Ukrainian drones are making their presence felt. In the city of Sterlitamak, around 1, 300 kilometers from the Ukrainian border, two drones targeted an industrial plant. Local officials reported that both drones were shot down, and no one was hurt. But the incident left a mark: an explosion at the Sterlitamak Petrochemical Plant caused part of its...
A tragic event unfolded in Rome when a medieval tower near the Colosseum collapsed, trapping a Romanian worker under the rubble. Rescue teams worked tirelessly to free him, and although he was pulled out alive, he sadly passed away in the hospital. This incident sparked a diplomatic row between Italy and Russia. Russia's foreign ministry spokeswoman, Maria Zakharova...
Romania is taking a big step to fight flooding. They're creating a special fund to pay for important projects. This fund will help for at least five years. It's part of a deal with the European Union to get recovery money. Floods have been really bad in Romania lately. In 2024 and this year, floods killed 10 people. They also destroyed homes and bridges. The country...
Top Republicans in Congress are not happy with the Pentagon's plan to cut down the number of U. S. troops in Eastern Europe. They think it's a bad idea, especially since Russia has been acting aggressively in the area. Senators Roger Wicker and Mike Rogers released a statement saying they strongly disagree with the Pentagon's decision. They believe that reducing tro...
The U. S. has decided to reduce its military presence along Europe's eastern border with Ukraine. This change is part of a broader review of U. S. military strategy. Around 80, 000 to 100, 000 U. S. troops are typically stationed in Europe. The reduction involves pulling out a brigade that has been rotating through several NATO countries, including Romania. Romania'...
Museums are supposed to be safe places for art. But sometimes, thieves find a way in. Here are some of the biggest art heists from museums around the world. In August 2023, the British Museum in London had a big problem. Over time, thieves had stolen about 2, 000 artifacts. This included gold jewelry and gems. The museum said it was an "inside job. " That means some...