German Galushchenko’s arrest is connected to a $100 million corruption probe that has ensnared senior officials and shaken President Volodymyr Zelensky’s office. Go to Source Author: Kostiantyn Khudov, David Stern
Governors and Good Governance
Americans who are understandably jaded by the state of American politics can take some heart in this year’s 36 gubernatorial races, where voters still put a premium on thoughtful leadership …
Government abandons plans to delay 30 council elections
All English elections will now go ahead as originally planned after Reform UK brought a legal challenge over the decision to delay some polls. Read full story Author:
Ice and snow warnings as another blast of Arctic air sweeps across the UK
More than 70 flood warnings have also been issued by the Environment Agency after heavy rain. Read full story Author:
Students begin Covid compensation claim against 36 more universities
It comes after University College London settled a claim from students there over lost learning in the pandemic. Read full story Author:
Intermittent fasting may make little difference to weight loss, review finds
But researchers say it could still improve someone’s overall health through helpful changes to some body functions. Read full story Author:
Police framed man for female student’s murder, evidence gathered by BBC suggests
Officers knew CCTV discredited their key witness in Omar Benguit’s conviction for murder of Korean woman. Read full story Author:
Italy’s ‘Lovers’ Arch’ collapses into sea on Valentine’s Day
The popular tourist attraction was a proposal spot for couples and featured on postcards. Read full story Author:
Three teenagers guilty of killing man on beach
Alexander Cashford was chased and hit with rocks and a bottle before he died. Read full story Author:
Five injured as Swiss train derails in heavy snow
One passenger was taken to hospital after the derailment, which police say could have been caused by an avalanche. Read full story Author:
PM orders investigation into claims Labour think tank paid firm to look into journalist
The think tank paid a company at least £30,000 to investigate the origins of a story about undeclared donations. Read full story Author:
Cheating accusations and swearing across the ice: Does curling need VAR?
It’s been quite the few days in the Cortina Curling Stadium during a Winter Olympics that has delivered intrigue and excitement both on and off the field of play. Read …
Measles outbreak could see unvaccinated pupils excluded from schools in north London
Children identified as close contacts of people with the disease could be excluded for three weeks Read full story Author:
GB men’s curlers’ semi-final hopes on line after shock defeat
The Winter Olympics medal hopes of Team GB’s men’s curlers have been cast into doubt after a shock 8-6 defeat by Norway left them scrambling to make the semi-finals in …
Team GB skeleton gold medallist says she discovered talent after Instagram ad
Tabitha Stoecker made history on Sunday by winning the first Olympic mixed team skeleton gold with teammate Matt Weston. Read full story Author:
Kirsty Muir in big air final – Monday’s guide
What’s happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. Read full story Author:
The £10 tricks I used to make my rented room into a home
Talented tenants share decor hacks that won’t cost you a fortune – or your deposit. Read full story Author:
Why this school will ditch a shirt, tie and blazer from its uniform
The school says the move is practical – but it echoes a wider debate over the role of uniforms. Read full story Author:
Trump’s new world order has become real and Europe is having to adjust fast
European nations are asking whether traditional alliances can suffice, or whether they should be diversifying Read full story Author:
‘I’ve applied for over 200 jobs – and I’m still unemployed’
The BBC speaks to job-seekers in a deprived Yorkshire city where it seems opportunity rarely knocks. Read full story Author: