The New Year kicks off with a fresh round of the Watertown Public Opinion-Aberdeen News Athlete of the Week Poll, covering the period from Dec. 23 to Jan. 4. This time, ten athletes from northeastern South Dakota are in the spotlight, showcasing their skills in boys and girls basketball, wrestling,
In the midst of ongoing conflict, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to meet with US President Donald Trump in Florida. This meeting comes after weeks of intense discussions aimed at finding a peaceful resolution to the war. The main focus of their discussion will be to finalize a peace
Poland is making a significant shift in its defense strategy. It plans to start making anti-personnel mines again for the first time since the Cold War. These mines will be used to strengthen its eastern border with Belarus and Russia. The decision comes as many European countries near Russia are re
Mardi Gras is a big deal in New Orleans. It's a time for parades, beads, and king cakes. But did you know the date changes every year? That's because it's tied to Easter, which also moves around. The 2026 Mardi Gras will be on February 17. That's 43 days after January 6, which is when the Carnival
The M23 group, backed by Rwanda, has taken hundreds of Burundian soldiers prisoner during their latest attack in eastern Congo. This happened just days after Congo and Rwanda's leaders promised to keep the peace. The U. S. is not happy and has warned Rwanda to stop breaking the rules. M23 has taken
The newest addition to the Knives Out series, streaming on Netflix, dives deep into themes of faith, doubt, and the role of religion in modern society. This time, the story unfolds in a Catholic church during Easter weekend, with detective Benoit Blanc teaming up with a priest to solve a murder. The
In a recent development, Russian officials announced that their military has seized the town of Siversk in eastern Ukraine. This news comes straight from the top, with President Vladimir Putin expressing his gratitude to the armed forces for this achievement. Siversk, home to over 10, 000 people be
In the eastern city of Pokrovsk, Ukrainian troops are holding their ground against a significant Russian attack. This clash is happening while the United States is pushing for a deal to stop the war. Russia has been trying to take over Pokrovsk for months, seeing it as a key part of their plan to co
Ukraine's military faces a tough challenge. Russian soldiers are using bad weather to sneak past Ukrainian defenses. This is a big problem, especially in the east. Small groups of Russian troops are slipping through, causing trouble. Drones are a big part of Ukraine's defense. They help spot enemie
New England is known for its harsh winters and strong teams. The Patriots, a team that has become a symbol of both, are introducing a new uniform. This uniform is called the nor'easter. It is a deep blue color. It looks like a storm. It is meant to show the power of New England's winter storms. The
