Ukraine's leader, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, is pushing for a face-to-face meeting with Russia's Vladimir Putin. He wants to talk peace in Istanbul. But there's a catch. Putin hasn't said yes yet. Zelenskyy is clear about what he wants. He wants Putin to show up. He thinks it's the only way to prove that
The stage was set for a major peace talk between Russia and Ukraine. The idea came from Russian President Vladimir Putin. He called for talks without any conditions. This was after Ukraine's friends, like Germany, France, and the UK, gave Moscow an ultimatum. They said Moscow had to accept a ceasefi
There is a lot going on beneath our feet. Clay minerals are an important part of the ground we walk on, but they have a big job. They keep the earth stable and healthy. The stability of these minerals is key to understanding how our soil behaves. But there is a mystery. What makes these minerals b
Steam, a widely used gaming platform, has recently faced a potential security scare. A cybersecurity firm spotted information from 89 million Steam accounts being sold on the dark web. This data included phone numbers and text messages with validation codes. However, Steam quickly responded, denying
The southern city of Khan Younis in Gaza faced a brutal night. More than 50 people lost their lives in heavy airstrikes. This was the second night of intense bombing. The strikes happened while the U. S. President was visiting the Middle East. Many hoped his visit would bring a ceasefire or more aid
Missouri is in the spotlight again for its shifting abortion laws. Six months after voters approved an amendment protecting abortion rights, Republican lawmakers are pushing back. They've approved a new referendum that, if passed, would repeal the current amendment and impose stricter abortion laws.
Ukraine and Russia are set to meet in Istanbul, Turkey, for their first direct talks since the start of the conflict three years ago. This meeting comes after a long pause in negotiations. The talks are happening because of a push from Ukraine and some European leaders, who want a 30-day ceasefire
On Wall Street, the market is showing a mixed picture. Some stocks are up, while others are down. This is due to a variety of factors, including big deals and unexpected news. The sportswear giant Nike is expected to benefit from a major acquisition. Dick's Sporting Goods is buying Foot Lock
A recent proposal from the Texas Senate has sparked debate over the future of public education funding. The Senate's plan for school finance differs significantly from the House's version, particularly in how much extra money each student would receive. The Senate wants to add only $55 to the b
A congressman from Michigan, Shri Thanedar, recently backed down from a plan to impeach President Donald Trump. This move came after he faced criticism from his own party members, who felt the timing was off. Thanedar, an immigrant from India, has been vocal about his desire to protect the U. S. Con
