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Russia launches large-scale drone attack on Ukraine ahead of peace talks
The U.S. has started negotiations aimed at ending the war between Russia and Ukraine, despite the continuous attacks. And a plane with over 80 people on board flipped upside down at Toronto’s airport. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025. Russia launches large-scale drone attack on Ukraine ahead of peace… -
Fireworks to return to Mount Rushmore for nation’s 250th birthday in 2026
Fireworks will return to Mount Rushmore in South Dakota in 2026 for a Fourth of July celebration. South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden announced the news in a post on X over the weekend. How did the governor announce that fireworks are coming back? He wrote, “Just got off the phone with Secretary Burgum… he confirmed… -
Hundreds of FAA employees fired, nuclear workers told to return: Reports
Hundreds of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) probationary employees received layoff notices on Friday, Feb. 14. The Professional Aviation Safety Specialists union reported that affected workers install, inspect and maintain air traffic control communications, radio and computer systems. The move is part of the Trump administration’s effort to shrink the federal workforce. FAA employees impacted by… -
European leaders gather for emergency summit amid Trump-Putin peace talks
European leaders are gathering in Paris for an emergency meeting on Monday, Feb. 17, to discuss security concerns following the Trump administration’s announcement that it will open negotiations with Russia to end the war in Ukraine—without European involvement. French President Emmanuel Macron will host the informal summit. Leaders from the U.K., Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain,… -
Rubio leads US delegation to Saudi Arabia for Russia-Ukraine peace talks
Possible peace talks aimed at ending the war between Russia and Ukraine are set to commence this week under the leadership of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. And a deadly polar vortex is expected to drive wind chills below 50 degrees in parts of the U.S. this week. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased… -
Egypt pushing 5-year plan to rebuild Gaza without relocating Palestinians
On the heels of President Trump saying the United States could take control of Gaza and turn it into the Riviera of the Middle East, Egypt has now stepped forward in an effort to lead the Arab world in rebuilding the war-torn region. Egypt’s plan would allow Palestinians to stay in Gaza without relocating to… -
Video: Humpback whale swallows kayaker, spits him out
A kayaker in Chile’s Strait of Magellan experienced a close encounter with a humpback whale when the massive marine mammal briefly swallowed him before quickly releasing him unharmed. The dramatic moment, captured on video, has since gone viral. On Feb. 9, Adrián Simancas was kayaking with his father, Dell, near Bahía El Águila by the… -
TikTok returns to Google Play, Apple app stores
TikTok disappeared from Apple and Google’s U.S. app stores last month after a law banning the platform took effect on Jan. 19. The law, signed by then-President Joe Biden in April 2024, required ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese parent company, to divest its U.S. operations or face a ban due to national security concerns. Lawmakers cited fears… -
Ukraine says Russian drone hit Chernobyl amid talks of ending war
All eyes are on Munich as an American delegation attempts to make progress in ending the war between Russia and Ukraine. And after infernos devastated homes and businesses in Southern California, heavy rain could cause another potential disaster in the region. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, Feb. 14, 2024. Russian drone… -
Team US making life-changing memories at Invictus Games 2025
The Super Bowl may be in the rearview mirror, but another global sporting event is still underway: The Invictus Games. It’s a multi-day competition that brings people together from around the world who all share a passion to conquer any obstacle in their way. We have your invitation to meet the incredible and unstoppable athletes… -
This flu season in the US is the most severe in 15 years
Flu season in the United States is the worst it has been in 15 years when it comes to visits to doctor’s offices. The CDC reports that seasonal influenza activity remains elevated and continues to increase. February is usually when flu season peaks. How many people have gone to the hospital or died? Experts say… -
9 elephants trumpet happiness after move to new home
Zookeepers relocated nine Asian elephants from Melbourne Zoo to the Werribee Open Range Zoo in Australia, marking a major effort to improve their living conditions. The move, which took nearly two years of planning, was necessary because the growing herd had outgrown its enclosure at Melbourne Zoo. The new habitat, located 25 miles southwest of… -
Musk’s X to pay $10M to settle Trump lawsuit: Reports
President Donald Trump sued Twitter (now X), Meta and Google in July 2021, alleging wrongful censorship after the platforms suspended his accounts following the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. X, formerly known as Twitter, banned Trump two days after the riot, citing the risk of further incitement of violence. The company said…