Tag: Russian Invasion of Ukraine (2022)

Amid Ukraine War, Orchestras Rethink ‘1812 Overture,’ a July 4 Rite

With its earsplitting rounds of cannon fire and triumphal spirit, Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture” has been a staple of…

In Ukraine, U.S. Veterans Step In Where the Military Will Not

A democracy came under attack. The United States saw a threat to an ally and also to the…

Lysychansk, Ukraine’s Last Outpost in Luhansk, Falls to Russia

The last major city held by Ukraine in the heavily contested eastern province of Luhansk has fallen, military…

Investigators of War Crimes in Ukraine Face Formidable Challenges

KOROPY, Ukraine — Four men tugged at long strips of fabric to lift a coffin out of the…

Ill Prepared for Combat, Volunteers Die in Battles Far From Home

RUDNE, Ukraine — Yurii Brukhal, an electrician by trade, didn’t have a very dangerous role when he volunteered…

Gas Prices Around the World Threaten Livelihoods and Stability

“NO ES SUFICIENTE” — It’s not enough. That was the message protest leaders in Ecuador delivered to the…

From the Early Morning Sky, Shards of Hot Metal

Her niece, Margarita, looked up at her. “When will we go to town and get Mommy?” she asked.…

Advanced U.S. Arms Make a Mark in Ukraine War, Officials Say

WASHINGTON — The most advanced weapons that the United States has so far supplied Ukraine are making an…

‘Long Live the Theater’: Mariupol’s Drama Company to Perform Again

UZHHOROD, Ukraine — Dressed in black, the actors moved around a sparse rehearsal room preparing a new play…

Gas Prices Force Many to Rethink Driving, and Spending

KATY, Texas — Most Americans would gladly pay the $4.29 for a gallon of regular gas Buc-ee’s was…

Russia Hints at Linking Griner’s Case to Fate of ‘Merchant of Death’

WASHINGTON — She is an American professional basketball star, accused of carrying hashish oil in her luggage.He is…

Biden Vows to Back Ukraine ‘as Long as It Takes’ Despite Economic Toll

MADRID — President Biden vowed on Thursday that the United States and NATO would support Ukraine for as…