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New U.K. sanctions target Russian vodka, luxury vehicles, fashion and artwork

Tuesday, March 15, 2022

The U.K. announced new economic sanctions against Russia and sanctioned more oligarchs and politicians. Government officials say they've designated more than 1,000 entities since the invasion began.

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How to help refugees when you've become one yourself

Tuesday, March 15, 2022

The Ukrainian refugee aid organization Right to Protection is continuing to help displaced people as much as possible, even as its own staff members are forced to relocate to safer areas.

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Australia and the Netherlands launch a new case against Russia over 2014 jet downing

Monday, March 14, 2022

The case centers on Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17. The passenger jet crashed over Ukraine on its way from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur in July 2014, killing all 298 people on board.

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Squatters took over a London mansion linked to a Russian oligarch

Monday, March 14, 2022

Riot police arrived after protesters entered the building and unfurled banners on the balcony, including one reading "This property has been liberated." It's linked to billionaire Oleg Deripaska.

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The pregnant woman from the iconic Mariupol photo has died. Many more are at risk

Monday, March 14, 2022

The woman and her baby died after Wednesday's strike, one of dozens of recent attacks on Ukraine's health system. U.N. groups warn it is running "dangerously low" on oxygen and medical supplies.

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The EU will welcome Ukraine but won't fast-track its membership application

Friday, March 11, 2022

During a summit in France, European Union leaders issued a statement backing Ukraine's bid for membership but stopped short of an immediate welcome. The application process typically takes years.

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Wall Street banks Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase are pulling out of Russia

Thursday, March 10, 2022

Goldman Sachs says it's "winding down its business in Russia in compliance with regulatory and licensing requirements," two weeks after the country first invaded Ukraine.

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The U.K. sanctions Roman Abramovich, halting his plan to sell Chelsea Football Club

Thursday, March 10, 2022

The Russian billionaire faces an asset freeze and travel ban, just a week after he announced plans to sell the club. The U.K. government aims to shield players and fans from the sanctions' impact.

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As gas prices surge, here's how to get the most out of your tank

Wednesday, March 09, 2022

As U.S. gas prices hit record highs, it's an especially good time to improve your car's fuel economy. Keeping windows closed, avoiding high speeds and getting routine tuneups can all help.

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Ukrainian athletes are dominating the Paralympics, despite the uncertainty at home

Tuesday, March 08, 2022

They swept the podium in two separate biathlon events on Tuesday and are second in the medal count. But the troubles at home are never far from their minds.

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More than 2 million people have fled Ukraine, 12 days after Russia invaded

Tuesday, March 08, 2022

The number of refugees has has increased exponentially in the last few days as Russian forces amped up their shelling of critical and civilian infrastructure.

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Levi's halts sales in Russia, evoking Cold War scrambles for blue jeans

Monday, March 07, 2022

Levi's is suspending commercial operations in Russia, citing its aggression in Ukraine. The company's iconic blue jeans represented freedom and capitalism during the days of the Soviet Union.

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Russia arrests nearly 5,000 anti-war protesters this weekend

Monday, March 07, 2022

Thousands turned out in cities across Russia this weekend to protest the war in Ukraine, risking arrest in a country where such demonstrations are illegal. Some were reportedly subjected to torture.

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Calls for peace and inclusion dominated the Winter Paralympics opening ceremony

Friday, March 04, 2022

Hundreds of athletes are competing in Beijing in this year's events, which run through March 13. The opening ceremony kicked off on Friday, with the world focused on Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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France seizes its first yacht as the West pledges to crack down on Russian oligarchs

Thursday, March 03, 2022

France says it seized a yacht belonging to Igor Sechin, an oil executive and close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, after the U.S. and European Union sanctioned a slew of Russian oligarchs.

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The 'United Nations of cat federations' bans Russian cats from its competitions

Thursday, March 03, 2022

The Fédération Internationale Féline is temporarily placing restrictions on cats that were bred in Russia or belong to exhibitors who live there, in response to its attack on Ukraine.

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Putin's claim of fighting against Ukraine 'neo-Nazis' distorts history, scholars say

Tuesday, March 01, 2022

Scholars dismiss the Russian leader's claims as a "mythical use of history." For one: Ukraine overwhelmingly elected a Jewish president, and has a relatively small right-wing movement.

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Russia bombards a Kyiv TV tower and the Babyn Yar Holocaust memorial site

Tuesday, March 01, 2022

Ukraine's State Emergency Service said five people were killed and another five injured in the attack on the city's main television and radio tower, and that TV channels won't work "for some time."

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Ukraine wants to join the EU. Here's how that would work

Monday, February 28, 2022

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has applied for Ukraine to join the European Union, after appealing to its leaders for immediate entry. Gaining membership is a complex process.

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Changing course, Eurovision organizers say no Russian act will compete this year

Friday, February 25, 2022

Organizers cited concerns that "the inclusion of a Russian entry in this year's Contest would bring the competition into disrepute" in light of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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