Dozens of soldiers are freed in a Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap
A Ukrainian official said the released POWs included troops who held out in Mariupol during Moscow's monthslong siege that reduced the southern port city to ruins.
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Spanish fashion designer Paco Rabanne is dead at age 88
Spanish fashion designer Paco Rabanne has died at 88 years old, according to his fashion house. He was known for his fragrances and space-age designs.
Europe is set to ban Russian oil products, the latest strike on the Kremlin war chest
Starting Sunday, the EU will prohibit imports of Russian gasoline, diesel and other products from Russian refineries used throughout Europe.
European leaders meet in Kyiv to discuss Ukraine's path toward joining the EU
This is the first summit to take place with Ukraine as an official candidate to join the European Union.
Ukraine needs more support even though Russia has fought poorly, Polish diplomat says
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Polish Ambassador to the U.S. Marek Magierowski about Poland's support of Ukraine, and its call for more military aid in the war against Russia.
Fans trying to see Beyoncé's U.K. Renaissance Tour are already having ticket issues
Tickets for Beyoncé's Renaissance Tour, one of the hottest tours of the year, went on sale in the U.K. this morning. Fans are amped, but there also have been frustrations with the ticketing system.
Tate Modern's terrace is a nuisance for wealthy neighbors, top U.K. court rules
For years, tourists have peered into multi-million-dollar apartments from the top of London's busiest art gallery. Britain's Supreme Court says that has to change.
Who's most likely to save us from the next pandemic? The answer may surprise you
The South African-based scientist who co-discovered the omicron variant of COVID-19 makes an intriguing argument.
With the Paris Olympics 18 months away, the debate over Russian athletes is back
Shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine last February, the International Olympic Committee recommended bans on Russian athletes. Now, the IOC has reversed course, to the protest of Ukrainian officials.
Shell reports record profits as energy prices soar after Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Energy companies have been reporting blockbuster profits since last year, after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent oil prices sharply higher.