Ukrainian President Zelenskyy emphasized energy resilience, international support, and ongoing security service reforms in a diplomatically intensive day.
Zelenskyy said the day had been diplomatically intense, highlighting talks with Norway’s prime minister and closer cooperation with Nordic and Baltic partners. He placed strong emphasis on energy, saying Ukraine and the European Union were coordinating efforts to restore and strengthen the country’s energy system ahead of the next winter, with a national strategy to be unveiled soon. He stated new support packages included funding for air defense, drone production, and energy resilience.
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy emphasized energy resilience, international support, and ongoing security service reforms in a diplomatically intensive day.
Zelenskyy said the day had been diplomatically intense, highlighting talks with Norway’s prime minister and closer cooperation with Nordic and Baltic partners. He placed strong emphasis on energy, saying Ukraine and the European Union were coordinating efforts to restore and strengthen the country’s energy system ahead of the next winter, with a national strategy to be unveiled soon. He stated new support packages included funding for air defense, drone production, and energy resilience.
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Kumamoto City in southwestern Japan said a new type of cherry tree has been found in the grounds of Kumamoto Castle. Officials said it was discovered in a survey of cherry trees there that was conducted in fiscal 2022.
They said the tree is different from the existing cultivated varieties, such as Somei-yoshino, and that an expert said its features could qualify it as a new variety. The officials said its petals change color from white to red, creating a mix of red and white blooms. They say the name of the new type will be decided by a vote of city residents.
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Kumamoto City in southwestern Japan said a new type of cherry tree has been found in the grounds of Kumamoto Castle. Officials said it was discovered in a survey of cherry trees there that was conducted in fiscal 2022.
They said the tree is different from the existing cultivated varieties, such as Somei-yoshino, and that an expert said its features could qualify it as a new variety. The officials said its petals change color from white to red, creating a mix of red and white blooms. They say the name of the new type will be decided by a vote of city residents.
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Britain's data watchdog on Tuesday said it has fined online discussion site Reddit $19.5 million over failures to protect children's personal data.
The Information Commissioner's Office said the US-based company failed to check children's ages properly and did not complete a required risk assessment for children before January 2025. "These failures meant Reddit was using children’s data unlawfully, potentially exposing them to inappropriate and harmful content," the ICO said.
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Britain's data watchdog on Tuesday said it has fined online discussion site Reddit $19.5 million over failures to protect children's personal data.
The Information Commissioner's Office said the US-based company failed to check children's ages properly and did not complete a required risk assessment for children before January 2025. "These failures meant Reddit was using children’s data unlawfully, potentially exposing them to inappropriate and harmful content," the ICO said.
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The beginning of the daffodil harvest from the daffodil fields of Lorestan province of Iran stands as one of Iran’s most renowned hubs for daffodils.
These beautiful flowers hold not only aesthetic value but also medicinal and industrial significance. The harvest season in Lorestan typically commences in mid-December and continues until late February. The daffodil harvest season in Lorestan transcends mere agricultural activity. It is a fusion of nature, culture, and industry, inviting travelers to immerse themselves in the splendor of this floral abundance while experiencing the rich tapestry of the region’s heritage and traditions.
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The beginning of the daffodil harvest from the daffodil fields of Lorestan province of Iran stands as one of Iran’s most renowned hubs for daffodils.
These beautiful flowers hold not only aesthetic value but also medicinal and industrial significance. The harvest season in Lorestan typically commences in mid-December and continues until late February. The daffodil harvest season in Lorestan transcends mere agricultural activity. It is a fusion of nature, culture, and industry, inviting travelers to immerse themselves in the splendor of this floral abundance while experiencing the rich tapestry of the region’s heritage and traditions.
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A winter storm covered Central Park in snow on Monday, with residents walking through near-deserted streets and crews plowing the roads.
Strong wind gusts swept through the borough while locals shoveled sidewalks and buses moved slowly along snow-covered avenues. A huge blizzard dumped 50 centimeters of snow in Central Park, according to New York City's climate reporting station -- the ninth biggest snowstorm ever recorded there.
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A winter storm covered Central Park in snow on Monday, with residents walking through near-deserted streets and crews plowing the roads.
Strong wind gusts swept through the borough while locals shoveled sidewalks and buses moved slowly along snow-covered avenues. A huge blizzard dumped 50 centimeters of snow in Central Park, according to New York City's climate reporting station -- the ninth biggest snowstorm ever recorded there.
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A baby monkey called Punch raised by humans at a Japanese zoo has become a popular attraction, clinging to a stuffed toy orangutan that he has grown up with.
Punch was abandoned by his mother after she gave birth to him in July last year at Ichikawa City Zoo in Chiba Prefecture and zookeepers decided to raise him through bottle-feeding. Since Punch was brought back into a monkey mountain on January 19, his adorable habit of holding on to the stuffed animal and dragging it along with him wherever he goes has made him a popular attraction at the zoo.
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A baby monkey called Punch raised by humans at a Japanese zoo has become a popular attraction, clinging to a stuffed toy orangutan that he has grown up with.
Punch was abandoned by his mother after she gave birth to him in July last year at Ichikawa City Zoo in Chiba Prefecture and zookeepers decided to raise him through bottle-feeding. Since Punch was brought back into a monkey mountain on January 19, his adorable habit of holding on to the stuffed animal and dragging it along with him wherever he goes has made him a popular attraction at the zoo.
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Presidential Complex in Ankara hosts extensive Ramadan program that brings together cultural, educational, community-focused activities for visitors of all ages.
As part of the program, concerts, theater performances, film screenings, exhibitions, traditional children’s games, art workshops, book signing events, and conferences are being held at venues. Special activities have been arranged for children as part of the events. At the exhibition, children enjoyed hands-on workshops and traditional arts activities. Through interactive booths, they both had fun and gained new experiences.
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Presidential Complex in Ankara hosts extensive Ramadan program that brings together cultural, educational, community-focused activities for visitors of all ages.
As part of the program, concerts, theater performances, film screenings, exhibitions, traditional children’s games, art workshops, book signing events, and conferences are being held at venues. Special activities have been arranged for children as part of the events. At the exhibition, children enjoyed hands-on workshops and traditional arts activities. Through interactive booths, they both had fun and gained new experiences.
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Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, made a high-profile arrival at the BAFTA Film Awards in London, walking the red carpet together ahead of the ceremony.
Their appearance drew attention not just for the glamour and royal presence but also as a moment of public focus on film and culture — with William serving as BAFTA President and both royals engaging with industry figures and guests. Numerous other film stars and nominees were also arriving ahead of the ceremony, contributing to a packed and stylish red carpet moment in London.
The BAFTA Awards celebrated excellence in film — and this year’s ceremony features a mix of British and international talent. As the red carpet arrivals wrap, the event is moving into the awards presentations inside the Royal Festival Hall.
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Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, made a high-profile arrival at the BAFTA Film Awards in London, walking the red carpet together ahead of the ceremony.
Their appearance drew attention not just for the glamour and royal presence but also as a moment of public focus on film and culture — with William serving as BAFTA President and both royals engaging with industry figures and guests. Numerous other film stars and nominees were also arriving ahead of the ceremony, contributing to a packed and stylish red carpet moment in London.
The BAFTA Awards celebrated excellence in film — and this year’s ceremony features a mix of British and international talent. As the red carpet arrivals wrap, the event is moving into the awards presentations inside the Royal Festival Hall.
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A blizzard has made travel nearly impossible throughout Bourne, U.S. According to the Bourne Police Department,” The winter storm that has brought blizzard conditions to the area continues to make travel near impossible throughout the town.
They are all motorists to stay off the roads so that plows can continue snow removal. Even after the storm subsides, snow removal will be a multi-day process, and some roads will remain difficult to travel on. It will take some time for travel to be safe on all roads as crews remove snow and road hazards. The townwide parking ban continues to be in effect.”
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A blizzard has made travel nearly impossible throughout Bourne, U.S. According to the Bourne Police Department,” The winter storm that has brought blizzard conditions to the area continues to make travel near impossible throughout the town.
They are all motorists to stay off the roads so that plows can continue snow removal. Even after the storm subsides, snow removal will be a multi-day process, and some roads will remain difficult to travel on. It will take some time for travel to be safe on all roads as crews remove snow and road hazards. The townwide parking ban continues to be in effect.”
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The USS Gerald R. Ford is docked at Souda Bay on the Mediterranean island of Crete on Tuesday.
Under military orders from Donald Trump, the aircraft carrier is deploying to the Middle East to join 13 U.S. warships already stationed in the region, including the USS Abraham Lincoln, which arrived late last month, along with nine destroyers and three frigates. The duration of its stay at Souda Bay remains unclear. Souda Bay is regarded as one of the most important bases in the Mediterranean due to its capacity to support major warships, underscoring its strategic and geopolitical significance in the region.
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The USS Gerald R. Ford is docked at Souda Bay on the Mediterranean island of Crete on Tuesday.
Under military orders from Donald Trump, the aircraft carrier is deploying to the Middle East to join 13 U.S. warships already stationed in the region, including the USS Abraham Lincoln, which arrived late last month, along with nine destroyers and three frigates. The duration of its stay at Souda Bay remains unclear. Souda Bay is regarded as one of the most important bases in the Mediterranean due to its capacity to support major warships, underscoring its strategic and geopolitical significance in the region.
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