Sweden links riots to criminal gangs that target police

Swedish police say the riots that have shaken several cities and towns in the Nordic country are extremely serious crimes against society and suspect some protesters were linked to criminal gangs that intentionally target police.

Ukraine defiant as key port Mariupol teeters on brink

Russian defense officials say Ukrainian military command has banned its troops from surrendering.

Russia steps up scattered strikes on Kyiv, western Ukraine

Russian forces resumed scattered attacks on Kyiv, western Ukraine and beyond Saturday in an explosive reminder to Ukrainians that the whole country remains under threat.

Prince Harry and Meghan make 1st public appearance in Europe after moving to US

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have made their first public appearance in Europe since they gave up formal royal roles and moved to the U.S. more than two years ago.

Ukraine police: Over 900 civilian bodies found near Kyiv after Russian withdrawal

The bodies of more than 900 civilians have been discovered in the region surrounding the Ukrainian capital following Russia's withdrawal — most of them fatally shot, an indication that many people were "simply executed.”

Notre Dame Cathedral: Restoration continues on 3rd anniversary of fire

Notre Dame Cathedral was ravaged by a massive fire on April 15, 2019, and restoration of the famous landmark continues three years later.

Russian military's damaged Black Sea flagship 'Moskva' sinks; Ukraine takes credit

The flagship of Russia's Black Sea fleet, a guided-missile cruiser that became a potent target of Ukrainian defiance in the opening days of the war, sank Thursday after it was heavily damaged in the latest setback for Moscow's invasion.

Bollywood stars Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt marry in Mumbai

Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, popular Bollywood stars, were married Thursday in a private ceremony at their Mumbai residence.

Russia has yet to slow Western countries' pouring of weapons into Ukraine

Western weaponry pouring into Ukraine helped blunt Russia’s initial offensive and seems certain to play a central role in the approaching battle for Ukraine’s contested Donbas region.

'The fight for Europe’s future': Presidents from countries on Russia's doorstep visit Ukraine

The visit by the presidents of Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia was a strong show of solidarity by the leaders of the countries on NATO’s eastern flank, three of them like Ukraine once part of the Soviet Union.

Spike in liver disease in children under investigation

A puzzling spike in liver disease in kids in the U.K. doesn't appear to be linked to the usual viruses that cause infectious hepatitis. So scientists are looking into other viruses, including COVID-19, and environmental factors.

Nearly half of Ukraine's territory needs to be cleared of mines, state news agency reports

An average of 2,000 to 6,000 explosive devices are being removed and neutralized each day, Ukrainian officials say, but they still have a long way to go as the war rages on.

Global COVID-19 cases and deaths fall for 3rd consecutive week, WHO says

WHO said the decreases “should be interpreted with caution” as numerous countries where COVID is starting to subside have also dismantled testing programs.

Holland America Line cruise ship to accommodate Ukrainian refugees

Evacuees aboard the Volendam will be provided three hot meals a day, rooms, housekeeping services and other amenities. The ship will be staffed with 650 crew members.