World leaders push to nominate Zelensky for Nobel Peace Prize, despite missed deadline

In a letter, European politicians called on the committee to re-open and reconsider the 2022 nomination rules for Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the people of Ukraine.

Biden presses Chinese President Xi Jinping on Russia support

Face to face by video, President Joe Biden laid out to Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday the consequences the Chinese would face from the U.S. if they provide military or economic assistance for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine war: Expert expects humanitarian crisis to worsen as Russia digs in

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised his country's troops at a huge flag-waving rally in Moscow as Russian forces strike Ukrainian cities from a distance again, pounding the capital of Kyiv and the country’s west.

World's happiest countries for 2022 amid war, COVID-19 — see where US ranks

Finland was named the world’s happiest country for the 5th straight year, according to the 2022 World Happiness Report. It also found an increase in global benevolence.

Russia-Ukraine war: Civilian casualties grow amid shelling

Russian forces largely bogged down outside major cities in Ukraine have turned to shelling them from a distance, including dozens of confirmed attacks on health facilities during the war that on Thursday entered its fourth week.

Russian lawmaker demands return of Alaska, California's Fort Ross

A Russian lawmaker made an outlandish demand over the weekend that the United States return Alaska and a historic settlement in California, in addition to paying reparations to Russia over crippling American-led sanctions that have put Moscow's economy in a tailspin. 

Porsche auctioning new 'Sally' 911 to help Ukraine

Porsche is creating a new 911 inspired by the character Sally Carrera from the film "Cars" in collaboration with Pixar and will auction it off for charity.

Custom LEGO of Zelenskyy, Molotov cocktails raise over $145K for Ukraine

Custom LEGOs of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and toy Molotov cocktails by Citizen Brick have raised more than $145,000 for Ukraine amid Russia’s ongoing assault.

Russia-Ukraine war: Russian forces keep up attacks amid continued talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has invoked Pearl Harbor and 9/11 during an urgent appeal to the U.S. Congress for more weapons to stem the Russian assault.

Animal rescue group works to save pets from Ukraine war zone, and reunite them with owners

They are working with shelters across Europe to get animals safely across the border and reuniting any pets - with refugee families. And now – they’re assisting with a struggling children’s hospital.

Biden announces $800M in aid for Ukraine hours after Zelenskyy’s plea to Congress

President Joe Biden said Wednesday the U.S. is sending more anti-aircraft, anti-armor weapons and drones to Ukraine to assist in its defense against Russia.

Russia announces 'personal sanctions' against Biden, Clinton, other US officials

Russia has imposed "retaliatory sanctions" against President Joe Biden, a number of his top administration officials, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Biden's son Hunter Biden amid its ongoing war with Ukraine.

Fox News cameraman Pierre Zakrzewski and Ukrainian journalist killed in attack that wounded reporter

Pierre Zakrzewski, described as a veteran Fox News cameraman, died after being injured alongside journalist Benjamin Hall in Ukraine on Monday. A young local journalist working with the team was also killed.