Archives for February 2023

The owner of the Russian Wagner Group private military contractor actively involved in the fighting in Ukraine has predicted that the war could drag on for years. … [Read more...] about Wagner owner says war in Ukraine could drag on for years

Humanitarian groups working in southern Turkey and northwest Syria warn that Monday's earthquake will have a "long tail" - a wide range of needs that will require donations for months, or even years, after the rescue and recovery missions end. … [Read more...] about Fundraisers for Syria, Turkey earthquake try to deliver aid

Customs and Border Protection officials working at the Douglas Port of Entry in Arizona seized 185 packages of fentanyl pills from a Mexican national trying to cross the border Wednesday. … [Read more...] about Customs and Border Protection officials seize fentanyl pills at Arizona-Mexico border

A group of Massachusetts lobster fishers has sued the federal government over an emergency closure of fishing grounds that is designed to protect a vanishing species of whale. … [Read more...] about Lobster fishers sue to block closure meant to aid whales

Jill Biden won't let even a White House gala get between her and the Philadelphia Eagles. … [Read more...] about Jill Biden not shy about her ‘Philly girl’ sports fandom