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...
In a troubling event, Israeli forces shot and killed two Palestinian men in the West Bank, even though the men seemed to be surrendering. Videos of the incident show the men coming out of a garage with their hands up, showing they weren't armed. They were then ordered to the ground, kicked, and forced back into the garage. Later, more gunshots were heard, and the men...
A man now accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D. C. , once fought in Afghanistan as part of a controversial paramilitary group. This group, known as a “Zero Unit, ” worked closely with the C. I. A. and was notorious for its harsh tactics. Human rights groups even labeled them “death squads. ” The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, grew up in a ...
Steve Witkoff, the U. S. special envoy, is under fire for allegedly leaning too much towards Russia. But Vladimir Putin isn't having it. He thinks Witkoff is just doing his job, representing his country and leader. Putin's defense came after a leaked call between Witkoff and a Kremlin aide, Yuri Ushakov, sparked criticism. Putin, who was on a state visit to Kyrgyzst...
A crypto company with connections to former US President Donald Trump has recently seen some big changes at the top. ALT5 Sigma, which manages crypto investments, said goodbye to its CEO and COO in November. Jonathan Hugh and Ron Pitters left the company, and Tony Isaac, who was the president, is now the acting CEO. The company bought a lot of tokens from World Libe...
Hackers are getting smarter, using new tricks to steal data and cause trouble. They're using fake voices, AI-powered malware, and even targeting internet-connected devices. But the good guys are fighting back. Governments and security teams are shutting down fake networks and tightening digital defenses. One big problem is old internet-connected devices. Hackers are...
The Louvre Museum in Paris is making headlines again, but this time it's not about art theft or long lines. The museum has decided to raise ticket prices for visitors from outside the European Economic Area. This includes countries like the United States, Britain, and Russia. Starting January 14, these tourists will have to pay 32 euros, which is about $37. That's a ...
In a recent discussion, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz highlighted the importance of Ukraine maintaining a robust military presence even after a potential peace agreement with Russia. He emphasized that security assurances are a hot topic in talks with the U. S. and Ukraine. Merz pointed out that a well-prepared Ukrainian army is the top priority for ensuring secur...
A team of space explorers has just begun their journey to the International Space Station (ISS). This mission involves a mix of seasoned and new astronauts. The Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft, powered by a Soyuz 2. 1a rocket, took off from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The launch happened at 12:28 pm Moscow time, which is 0928 GMT. The crew consists of two Russians...
Duke, the No. 4 team in the nation, is on a roll with seven straight wins. They are heading to the United Center to take on the No. 22 Arkansas Razorbacks. This game is part of the CBS Sports Thanksgiving Classic and is set to tip off at 8:00 PM ET on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Fans can catch the action on CBS or stream it live on Fubo. Duke has been impressive, e...