Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the United States had set a June deadline for Russia and Ukraine to end the war, according to NPR Politics. This announcement came as Washington and Russia were reportedly discussing $12 trillion in economic deals that could potentially impact Ukraine.
Meanwhile, the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics are underway, though some athletes are still taking precautions. While COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, some athletes are self-quarantining, as reported by NPR News. American cross-country skier Jessie Diggins is among those taking extreme measures to stay healthy.
In other news, Japan's first female Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, is set to pursue a conservative agenda following her ruling party's landslide victory in the lower house elections, as detailed by NPR News.
Also, immigration courts are fast-tracking hearings for Somali asylum claims. According to four lawyers interviewed by NPR, dozens of cases filed by Somali migrants were suddenly rescheduled and recategorized over the weekend. Some hearings, previously scheduled for 2028, were moved up to later this month and next month.
In the world of sports, U.S. figure skater Ilia Malinin made history at the Olympics with his backflip. His performance, which he landed in his first two programs, has earned him the nickname "Quad God," as reported by NPR News.
Discussion
AI Experts & Community
Be the first to comment