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How a Ukrainian Teen Became a Suspected Foot Soldier for Russia
Russia-Ukraine War The teenager faces terrorism charges in an arson attack on an IKEA store in Lithuania. Investigators say it was part of a Russian sabotage campaign. By Andrew Higgins and Tomas Dapkus Reporting from Vilnius, Lithuania, and Warsaw, Poland The job offer, pitched to appeal to a 17-year-old Ukrainian refugee without work, promised a…
The Chancellor and her expenses before she became an MP
Rachel Reeves has had a difficult start to her ministerial career. As well as Labour’s new chancellor taking on the challenges of the UK economy, she has faced tricky questions about her past. They began with scrutiny of her online CV late last year. On the professional networking site LinkedIn, the Chancellor of the Exchequer…
Why DeepSeek’s AI Model Just Became the Top-Rated App in the U.S.
Why DeepSeek’s AI Model Just Became the Top-Rated App in the U.S. By Stephanie Pappas edited by Jeanna Bryner DeepSeek’s artificial intelligence assistant made big waves Monday, becoming the top-rated app in the Apple Store and sending tech stocks into a downward tumble. What’s all the fuss about? The Chinese start-up, DeepSeek, surprised the tech…
How Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade Became a Hollywood Success Story
Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade have remained two of Hollywood’s most solid teammates throughout their 10-year marriage. Which is why the couple say bring it on to any challenges that await. Gabrielle Union doesn’t do passive. Years ago, when she found herself unfavorably comparing her successes to others’—”I felt like you see everyone is having…
How The Vivienne became a breakout star of British drag
Known to the world as The Vivienne, James Lee Williams was one of the biggest breakout stars of British drag, and it all started with an impression of Donald Trump in 2019 on the first season of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK. Described by judge Michelle Visage as “the best Snatch Game character in the history…
How Darts Became London’s Rowdiest Winter Party
The professional darts championships draw tens of thousands of raucous fans. The beer flows freely in the stands, but the competition is serious. Fans brought out their holiday best for the World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace, or “Ally Pally,” in London.Craig Bernard for The New York Times By Claire Moses Claire Moses attended a…