In Japan, many older adults rely on bicycles for daily transportation, far more than seniors in Europe or the United States. Earlier research has shown that people who cycle tend to be more physically active and socially engaged. While cycling…

In Japan, many older adults rely on bicycles for daily transportation, far more than seniors in Europe or the United States. Earlier research has shown that people who cycle tend to be more physically active and socially engaged. While cycling…

A cache of messages, photos, and videos from Russian officer Roman Demurchiev, obtained by RFE/RL investigative units Schemes and Systema, reveal how corruption works in Russia’s military and how he profited while commanding troops in Ukraine.

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For nearly two weeks, farmers in rural parts of Russia’s Novosibirsk region have been protesting the mass confiscation and destruction of their livestock by local authorities, who have cited an “especially dangerous disease” — though…

An Iranian cluster-style missile fired toward southern Israel Wednesday night crossed into the Palestinian Authority and killed four women who were inside a beauty salon in the West Bank town of Beit Awwa. Another six women were reportedly…
The intelligence community’s latest threat assessment reinforces Trump administration narratives on immigration and global peace deals, while also laying out a stark picture of growing threats to the American homeland.
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Learn how a new theory suggests Neanderthals inability to survive pregnancy complications like preeclampsia may have helped cause their extinction.