World News Alexei Navalny says he is 'doing fine' in special regime Arctic prison On Monday, the United States said it was "deeply concerned" about Navalny's "conditions of detention" and demanded his release. The Russian opposition leader was located nearly 3 weeks after losing contact with him. 26/12/2023
USA Former president Trump banned from Colorado ballot amid ‘Nazi’ storm The former president has been removed from the Colorado presidential primary ballot in a historic ruling by the state's Supreme Court over his role in the January 2021 Capitol attack. 20/12/2023
USA Los Angeles buries unclaimed bodies from COVID pandemic "These individuals may be homeless or have no next of kin," US officials said. 15/12/2023
Finland Newest NATO member Finland signs defence pact with US Finland’s Nordic neighbour Sweden, on the brink of joining NATO, signed a similar deal last week. 15/12/2023
Ukraine Russian airstrikes leave dozens injured buildings damaged in Kyiv The attacks comes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visits the US and Scandinavia in a bid to secure more aid and support for Ukraine during the harsh winter months. 13/12/2023
Estonia What Christmas looks like for this NATO base north of Estonia In the NATO base in the north of Estonia, near the city of Tapa, everyone makes the most of what's available to create a Christmas atmosphere. 13/12/2023
USA Zelenskyy meets Biden and US lawmakers with aid for Ukraine at risk President Joe Biden's request for an additional $110 billion US aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other national security needs is at serious risk of collapse in Congress 12/12/2023
Argentina Zelenskyy set to visit White House as Biden tries to secure more aid Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is heading to the White House as Joe Biden's administration is stepping up pressure on Congress to provide billions more in aid to Kyiv. 11/12/2023
Ukraine Biden shifts focus to border security as Ukraine aid falters in Senate Biden had hoped Congress would approve the military, economic and humanitarian aid package, but the injection of border security into the negotiations made progress difficult. 06/12/2023
Culture news Taylor Swift named TIME Magazine's '2023 Person of the Year' Pop star Taylor Swift has been named TIME Magazine's 2023 Person of the Year - the first person to win the title purely for her "success as an artist". 06/12/2023
USA Future NATO member Sweden signs US security deal with US Washington has said the Defence Cooperation Agreement (DCA) will further strengthen the Alliance once its NATO accession is completed. 06/12/2023
Culture news Hollywood strikes: Actors vote to approve deal with studios The outcome is a major relief for SAG-AFTRA leaders and an entertainment industry that is attempting to return to normal after months of labour strife. 06/12/2023
USA Former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger dies at 100 Kissinger exerted uncommon influence on global affairs under Presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford, earning both vilification and the Nobel Peace Prize. 30/11/2023
Travel News France-US visa deal: What is it and who does it apply to? French citizens can double the length of their US visa under this new deal. 27/11/2023
Ecotech 78% of carbon capture projects are used to boost oil production Here's why carbon capture is no easy solution to climate change. 25/11/2023
No Comment WATCH: Brookfield Zoo treats lemurs to a special Thanksgiving feast Brookfield Zoo is treating lemurs to an early Thanksgiving feast as they celebrate their 10th annual tradition. This year’s meal featured a special theme in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the popular “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving". 23/11/2023
Notes From The Usa Portland is a hive of individuality, creativity and sustainability In partnership with Brand USA Northern Irish singer-songwriter Foy Vance explores Oregan's capital, Portland, a city renowned for its sustainability efforts, and its unique take on art, food, and live music. 22/11/2023
Markets Nvidia revenue triples on Artificial Intelligence chip rally Tech giant Nvidia posted record fiscal third-quarter 2023 revenue this week following robust chip demand. Here's why it is the company investors all want a slice of. 22/11/2023
No Comment Watch: Thanksgiving turkeys prep for White House pardon Watch as Liberty and Bell get ready for their presidential pardons in Washington. 20/11/2023
World News US Defence Secretary Austin makes unannounced visit to Ukraine This is Austin’s second trip to Kyiv, but he’s making it under far different circumstances, as the world’s attention is drawn to the Middle East and signs of fatigue set in with the almost 21-month Russia-Ukraine war. 20/11/2023