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Dec 27 2025BUSINESS

Moscow's Business Gamble: Hope and Reality

Some close to President Donald Trump see Russia as a goldmine for business. They think the country's vast resources and potential could bring big profits. Steve Witkoff, a special envoy, and Jared Kushner, the president's son-in-law, are leading this charge. They believe Russia's return to the globa

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Ukraine and U. S. Leaders Set to Talk Before New Year

Ukraine's leader, Volodymyr Zelenskiy, has hinted that big things could happen before the end of the year. He's set to meet with U. S. President Donald Trump soon. This comes as the U. S. is trying hard to find a peaceful way to end the war with Russia. Zelenskiy thinks that tricky talks, like givi

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Dec 26 2025BUSINESS

Russia's Gas Plans Hit a Snag: What's Next?

Russia's big dreams of becoming a top dog in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) world are taking a hit. Why? Because Western sanctions are making it tough for them to get the money and tech they need to grow. This isn't just a small setback; it's a major delay in their plans to boost LNG production to

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Dec 26 2025CRIME

Crypto Heist: How a 2022 Hack Kept Stealing for Years

In 2022, a big hack hit LastPass, a company that stores passwords. Thieves got away with encrypted backups of people's password vaults. These vaults had important info like crypto keys and seed phrases. The hackers had a field day. They used weak master passwords to crack open the vaults and steal c

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Dec 25 2025POLITICS

Europe's Wake-Up Call: Are We Ready for War?

Europe is facing a stark reality. War is no longer a distant threat but a looming possibility. This shift is not just about military strength but also about how ready societies are to face this new reality. Experts have been sounding the alarm. They say Russia is preparing for conflict, and Europe

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Dec 25 2025POLITICS

Russians Hope for War's End in 2026

A recent survey by VTsIOM, a state-run polling agency, revealed that most Russians believe the war in Ukraine will conclude in 2026. This insight comes as diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict gain momentum. The poll, which included 1, 600 participants, showed that 70% of respondents view 2026

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Dec 24 2025CRIME

Justice in the Night: Moscow Blast Targets Officers Linked to War Crimes

In the quiet of a Moscow night, an explosion rocked the city, taking the lives of two police officers. This wasn't just any explosion; it was a targeted strike on individuals tied to the abuse of Ukrainian prisoners of war. The incident, which occurred around 1 a. m. , saw a local resident approach

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Dec 24 2025CRYPTO

Russia's Changing Crypto Rules: A New Path for Investors

Russia's central bank is making a big change. They want to let regular people trade certain cryptocurrencies. But there are rules. First, people need to pass a test to show they understand the risks. Then, they can only spend up to 300, 000 rubles a year on crypto. That's about $3, 800. And all trad

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

How EU Leaders Struck a €90 Billion Deal for Ukraine

EU leaders had a lot on their plates during their final meeting of the year. While the official agenda focused on EU expansion, the real talk was about Ukraine's financial future. The initial plan was to use frozen Russian assets in Belgium to fund Ukraine, but this idea faced strong opposition. Be

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

Peace Talks Progress: Ukraine and Russia Edge Closer to a Deal

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy shared some hopeful news. He said that talks to end the long-standing war with Russia are making real progress. These discussions have been happening with the help of the United States and other European countries. Negotiators from Ukraine, led by Rustem Umer

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