Ukraine war live updates: Wife of opposition leader Navalny says his body was abused after death; funeral to be held Friday
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US economy grew solid 3.2% in fourth quarter, a slight downgrade from government's initial estimate
The U.S. economy grew at a robust 3.2% annual pace from October through December, propelled by healthy consumer spending, the Commerce Department reported Wednesday in a slight downgrade from its initial estimate.
About as many abortions are happening in the US monthly as before Roe was overturned, report finds
The number of abortions performed each month is about the same as before the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and the nationwide right to abortion more than a year and a half ago, a new report finds.
A top EU official calls for a new defense industry strategy with locally made arms at its heart
A top European Union official called on Wednesday for a new defense industry strategy to respond to security challenges posed by Russia’s war on Ukraine with the purchase of weapons and ammunition made in Europe at its heart.
The Latest | Families of hostages held in Gaza launch a 4-day march to demand their freedom
The families of hostages held in Gaza and their supporters are launching a four-day march from southern Israel to Jerusalem to demand their loved ones be set free.
Macron's musings about ground troops send Ukraine's allies running for cover
If it were any other time — and if the stakes weren't so high — the swift international slapdown that followed French President Emmanuel Macron's recent comments on Ukraine might have been funny.
Jeremiah Brent Is Joining Netflix's 'Queer Eye' After Bobby Berk's Departure
It’s official: “Queer Eye” once again has a Fab Five in place.
Qatar's emir speaks of "race against time” to win hostage releases in Gaza diplomatic efforts
The emir of Qatar spoke Tuesday of “a race against time” to secure hostage releases as part of the diplomatic push for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza in which his country is playing a key role.