Andriy Yermak, President Volodymyr Zelensky’s chief of staff and top peace negotiator, became the highest-ranking casualty of an investigation into a vast kickback scheme. Source link
The pope started his six-day trip, which will also include a visit to Lebanon. Source link
Prime Minister Mark Carney reached a tentative deal with the province as part of his program to curb the country’s economic dependence on the United States. Source link
Many are anxious after the Trump administration vowed to undertake sweeping reviews of immigrants after the shooting of two National Guard troops. Source link
Crowds in New York City bundled up to take in the latest version of a tradition that has run for nearly a century. Source link
Many windows were covered, preventing residents from seeing the fire and smoke, one survivor said. Source link
The police said that building materials used by the company for the work at Wang Fuk Court may not have been up to fire safety standards. The police did not identify the company or who was arrested. Source link
The comments came to light after an audiotape was released, tied to a lawsuit filed by a former employee. Source link
Mary Schiely relies on SNAP benefits, as do many customers at the small grocery store where she works. The nation’s day of feasting is not the easiest for them. Source link
An Appalachian community in Virginia was electrified by its high school team’s winning streak. Until the team’s coach disappeared — and allegations against him surfaced. Source link