After a two-hour phone call with Russian leader Vladimir Putin on May 19, US president Donald Trump took to social media to declare that Russia and Ukraine will “immediately start negotiations” towards a ceasefire and an end to the war….
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Ukraine, Europe Are on Their Own After Trump Bows Out
It’s reasonable to be disappointed or worried — even disgusted — by the outcome of Donald Trump’s phone call with Vladimir Putin this week but not surprised. The US president didn’t fail to end this war, because he never tried.
His focus…
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On ‘World Bee Day,’ the bees did not seem bothered. They should be
COLOGNE, Germany (AP) — On the eighth annual “World Bee Day,” the bees did not seem bothered.
They should be.
Bees and other pollinators have been on the decline for years, and experts blame a…
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The Remarkable Hubble Space Telescope: 35 Years Observing the Unknown in Space
Key Take-aways on the Hubble Space Telescope:
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The Hubble Space Telescope launched on April 24, 1990 and is celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2025.
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The telescope has a 2.4-meter mirror, main types of science instruments, including a suite of…
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California’s “Medieval” Castle Between L.A. And San Francisco Is Like A European Fairy-Tale Setting By The Sea
When thinking about castles, one continent comes to mind: Europe. From the many castles in England, which are among the oldest in the world, to the beautiful palaces in France, every country on this continent has plenty of ancient châteaux…
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Russian aviation hit by fifth emergency landing in past week
A Russian passenger plane. Stock photo: Getty Images
An Airbus A330-300 operated by Russian airline iFLY made an emergency landing in the city of Khabarovsk, located in Russia’s Far East, on 19 May due to a technical…
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U.K. suspends free trade talks with Israel and announces sanctions over West Bank settlers
LONDON (AP) — The British government ramped up its criticism of Israel’s military offensive in Gaza by suspending free trade talks Tuesday and hitting West Bank settlers with sanctions.
The moves came…
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EU and UK impose more sanctions on Russia despite US concerns
President Donald Trump has warned that placing further economic pressure on Moscow could hinder peace efforts
The EU and UK imposed new sanctions on Russia on Tuesday, escalating their campaign to pressure Moscow while ramping up support for…
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Spain clamps down on Airbnb as tourism backlash returns for summer
Getty ImagesThousands of protesters took to the streets in the Canary Islands complaining of over-tourism The Spanish government has called for the removal of the listings of nearly 66,000 properties on rental platform Airbnb on the grounds that…
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