Russian attacks struck multiple locations across Ukraine killing at least 12 people and injuring dozens more the previous day.
Year: 2026
Russia Economy Shrinks 0.2 Percent in First Quarter of 2026 Its First Quarterly Slump in Three Years
Russia’s economy contracted for the first time in three years in Q1 2026 as the cost of the Ukraine war and Western sanctions mounted.
US New Iran Sanctions Target LPG Tanker Network Linked to Revenue Flows
New US Treasury sanctions focused on liquefied petroleum gas tankers tied to Iranian revenue networks sought to tighten the financial squeeze on Tehran.
Peru Election Campaign Intensifies as Fujimori Opponents Warn of Authoritarian Drift
Protests and political rallies ahead of Peru’s presidential vote intensified with opposition groups warning that a Fujimori win could restore authoritarian rule.
State-Level Voting Rights Laws Become Key Tool After Supreme Court Weakens Federal Protections
After a major SCOTUS ruling diluted federal voting rights protections states with Democratic majorities are turning to state laws to safeguard minority voters.
Panini Sticker Collecting Fever Hits United States Ahead of FIFA World Cup
Panini sticker albums beloved in Europe and Latin America for World Cup season have grown explosively popular in the US ahead of the 2026 tournament.
Hasan Piker on Being Banned from UK Traveling to Cuba and Supporting Candidates Critical of Israel
Political commentator Hasan Piker discussed his UK travel ban his Cuba trip and his support for anti-Israel-aid candidates on Democracy Now.
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Refills After Trump Had It Painted American Flag Blue
Workers refilled the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after Trump had the basin repainted blue at a reported cost of millions of dollars.
Former Health Secretary Xavier Becerra Clinches Top Spot in California Governor Race
Former HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra secured first place on the California gubernatorial ballot with millions of votes still being counted.
US Imposes New Iran-Related Sanctions Targeting Entities Individuals and LPG Tankers
The US Treasury Department announced fresh sanctions against Iranian-linked entities and oil tankers as pressure on Tehran continued.