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US court reinstates wolf protections across western states

A US federal court has reinstated protections for grey wolves across most western states, halting controversial hunting seasons. The ruling cites failure by wildlife agencies to prove hunts wouldn't threaten recovery efforts.

Putin Employs Soviet Delay Tactics in Ukraine Peace Talks

Vladimir Putin employs classic Soviet-era delaying tactics, feigning interest in peace talks while intensifying military assaults on Ukraine. Expert analysis reveals the Kremlin's strategic playbook of buying time to strengthen frontline positions and wea

Putin Revokes Pact Renouncing Russia's Claim on Alaska

Vladimir Putin signs new law renouncing a 1990s agreement that prevented Russia from attempting to reclaim Alaska from the US, in a move experts see as a calculated political provocation amid heightened tensions.

Putin's dark childhood revealed

New revelations shed light on Vladimir Putin's troubled childhood, marked by poverty, his mother's sacrifices, and the harsh realities of post-war Leningrad.

Media pioneer Derk Sauer dies at 75

Derk Sauer, the Dutch-born media entrepreneur who transformed Russia's journalism landscape, has passed away at 75. His legacy includes founding The Moscow Times and shaping independent media in post-Soviet Russia.

Iowa named best US state for retirement

A new study has uncovered the top retirement destination in the US, with an unexpected state beating traditional favourites. Discover why retirees are flocking here for affordability, healthcare and quality of life.

Caribbean hails ICJ climate ruling as historic win

The International Court of Justice's groundbreaking climate decision has been hailed as a historic triumph for vulnerable island states facing existential threats from rising sea levels.

Trump: Berlin would be Soviet without NATO

Former US President Donald Trump reignites controversy with a bold statement about NATO's role in protecting Berlin from Soviet control, sparking fresh debate ahead of the US election.

Escaping Soviet Russia: Time to Leave the US?

A poignant reflection on migration, identity, and the search for safety across generations, as one family contemplates leaving the US amid rising political tensions.

Kallas warns Europe of ongoing Russian threat

Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas urges Europe to remain vigilant against Russia's aggressive tactics, warning that Vladimir Putin's regime continues to destabilise regional security.

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