Section: US & Canada
Ukraine Says Rebels Attack in Donbas, Near Mariupol
Ukrainian officials say Russian-backed separatists have violated a cease-fire by shelling government positions in eastern Ukraine, including near the southeastern port of Mariupol. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
Ten dead after helicopters crash while filming reality TV show
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Two helicopters carrying French sports stars filming a popular European reality show crashed in a remote part of Argentina, killing 10 people, including two Olympic medal winners and a sailing champion, authorities said. The helicopters apparently collided in midair Monday near Villa Castelli in La Rioja province, about...
French Sports Stars Among 10 Dead in Argentina Helicopter Crash
(BUENOS AIRES) — Two helicopters carrying French sports stars filming a popular European reality show crashed in a remote part of Argentina, killing 10 people, including two Olympic medal winners and a sailing champion, authorities said. The helicopters apparently collided in the air Monday near Villa Castelli in La Rioja province, about 730...
Putin Says Crimeans Were Surveyed Before Annexation Vote
President Vladimir Putin says Russia quietly conducted an opinion survey to gauge Crimeans’ appetite for annexation shortly before the March 2014 referendum on the issue. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
A look at the 3 French athletes who died in helicopter crash
PARIS (AP) — Three French athletes were among the 10 people who died as two helicopters filming a reality show crashed in a remote part of Argentina on Monday: Here’s a brief look at their careers: ___ CAMILLE MUFFAT Camille Muffat won the gold medal in the 400-meter freestyle at the 2012 London Games, setting an Olympic record. She added a...
Russia Wants Explanation Of Call For EU Army
Russia has asked European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker to explain his recent proposal to establish a European Union army. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
Ukraine crisis: Poroshenko confirms rebel weapons moved
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko says pro-Russian rebels in the east have withdrawn a “significant” amount of heavy weapons. Speaking on TV, Mr Poroshenko said his government forces had also pulled back “the lion’s share” of their rocket and heavy artillery systems. Under a ceasefire reached in February both sides were due to pull back...
French sports world mourns athletes who died in crash
PARIS (AP) — Olympic gold medalist Camille Muffat had retired from swimming to focus on her personal life, boxer Alexis Vastine had some unfinished business after two disappointing Olympics, and the beloved sailor Florence Arthaud was a pioneer for women in her sport. The three athletes were among 10 people who died as two helicopters filming a...
Ukraine Rebel Pullback ‘Significant’
The Ukrainian president confirms that pro-Russian rebels in the east have withdrawn a “significant” amount of heavy weapons under a ceasefire plan. …read more Source: The Boston...
The 10 most important things in the world right now
Hello! Here’s what you need to know for Tuesday. 1. Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko said pro-Russian rebels have pulled back a large amount of heavy weapons in the contested eastern region, as part of a ceasefire deal reached in February. 2. Two helicopters collided in Argentina on Monday, killing 10 people, including three well-known...
