Bosnian children's gifts to Ukraine evoke parents' memories
In homes and schools around Bosnia, youngsters have been preparing gift boxes they hope will put a smile on the faces of their peers living through war in Ukraine.
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Wartime Ukraine erasing Russian past from public spaces
Ukraine is accelerating efforts to erase Soviet and Russian influence from its public spaces by pulling down monuments and renaming hundreds of streets to honor its own artists, poets, soldiers and independence leaders.
Ukrainians hail Zelenskyy after US visit dismissed by Putin
"We are returning from Washington with good results, with things that will really help," Ukraine's president said on a video message he shared Thursday night on Telegram.
Home-grown supply operation outfits Ukraine's women soldiers
More than 50,000 women have enlisted in Ukraine's war effort. But the country's military wasn't fully ready to equip them. So, a home-grown volunteer group is stepping up to fill the void.
Ex-rebel leader known as ‘the torturer’ arrested in Haitian president’s assassination, sources say
A former rebel known as “the torturer,” who has a history of armed insurgency against Haitian leaders, has been arrested in the slaying of President Jovenel Moïse, multiple informed sources told the Miami Herald.
Pope warns Vatican staff an 'elegant demon' lurks among them
Pope Francis has warned Vatican bureaucrats to beware the devil that lurks among them, saying it is an “elegant demon” that works in people who have a rigid, holier-than-thou way of living the Catholic faith.
Economic pain, Turkish strikes drive Syrian Kurds to Europe
A growing number of Syrian Kurds are making the journey to Europe on a winding course that includes travel by car and plane across Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Algeria, then finally by boat to Spain.
Explore the 10 tallest buildings in the world
From Beijing, through New York City, and on to Dubai, check out these massive skyscrapers.
China’s COVID-19 outbreak has US worried about new variants
The U.S. is concerned China’s runaway COVID-19 outbreak might spawn new mutations of the virus, as the world’s most populous country continues to grapple with the impact of loosening “COVID zero” protocols that had kept the pandemic at bay.
Analysis: Biden, Zelenskyy try to keep Congress from balking
Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s dramatic visit to Washington was a moment for the White House to demonstrate to Russia’s Vladimir Putin that the United States will sustain its commitment to the war for “as long as it takes.”
'We will find you:' Russians hunt down Ukrainians by name for detention, torture or execution
In a deliberate, widespread campaign, Russian forces systematically targeted influential Ukrainians to neutralize resistance through detention, torture and executions, an AP investigation has found.
Faith leaders prep for border changes amid tension, hope
Tensions are rising among the growing numbers of migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border ahead of upcoming changes to U.S. asylum policies. The faith leaders who minister to the migrants are trying to bring them comfort through faith as well as messages of hope and patience.
Russians find asylum lifeline to US, but at a high price
Asylum is supposed to be free and for those most in need; many have been unable to even ask for protection under COVID-19 restrictions that are set to expire.
Argentines erupt in joy after epic World Cup final
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Argentines let loose on Sunday and streets across the country became places of celebration after an epic World Cup final in which the national team beat France on penalties.
Treasures recovered from 2019 German museum heist
Six German nationals are accused of stealing 18th century jewelry with a total insured value of at least $121 million from Dresden's Green Vault museum.
Across vast Muslim world, LGBTQ people remain marginalized
Here and there, across the far-flung Muslim and Arab worlds, LGBTQ people see glimmers of progress — but those are rare exceptions. Many Muslim nations criminalize gay and lesbian sex. And LGBTQ people routinely are rejected by their families, denounced by Islamic authorities, hounded by security forces and limited to clandestine social lives.
Musk's Twitter tweaks foreshadow EU showdown over new rules
With the Digital Services Act, the European Unions aims to make platforms and search engines more accountable for illegal and harmful content including hate speech, scams and disinformation.
Bethlehem welcomes Christmas tourists after pandemic lull
Business is bouncing back in Bethlehem after two years in the doldrums during the coronavirus pandemic, lifting spirits in the traditional birthplace of Jesus ahead of the Christmas holiday.
Jesuit case underscores secrecy, leniency for abuse of women
Revelations that the Vatican let a famous Jesuit priest off the hook twice for abusing his authority over adult women has exposed two main weaknesses in the Holy See’s abuse policies. One is that sexual and spiritual misconduct against adult women is rarely if ever punished. The other is that secrecy still reigns supreme.
Drivers stuck in limbo as world's oil supply reshuffles
Though drivers in the U.S., Europe and elsewhere are getting a break from the sky-high gasoline prices they endured over the summer, the cost is still difficult for many who have been struggling with relentless inflation. Drivers now hope the situation doesn't get worse after a series of cutbacks tied to Russia's war in Ukraine, accidents and the slowing global economy have strained the world's oil supply.
