A Ukrainian Asiatic black bear named Yampil, who was rescued from a war-torn zoo in Donetsk, has found a new home in Scotland's Five Sisters Zoo. Despite initial fears of possible post-traumatic stress disorder, Yampil is adapting well to his new environment.
Severe weather in the United States has left at least 89 people dead over the past week, with fatalities reported in multiple states. This dangerous weather continues, posing a threat across the country.
US Special Representative for Ukraine's Economic Recovery Penny Pritzker emphasizes the importance of US economic assistance to Ukraine in countering Russian aggression. She argues that it can help stimulate the Ukrainian economy, reduce dependence on international support, and help create a corruption-free, competitive market.
The European External Action Service has developed a plan to provide military assistance to Ukraine worth more than 20 billion euros over the next four years. The plan envisages the creation of a fund for the joint purchase of weapons and military training, the proceeds of which will be returned to the EU.
Ukraine will begin construction of large nuclear power units in 2024 in cooperation with Western countries, including the United States. In total, it is planned to develop nine power units based on the American AR1000 technology.
Seven Russian contract soldiers were convicted for refusing to participate in Russia's war against Ukraine. Aleksandr Maksimov received the longest sentence - two and a half years in a general regime colony.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a Hindu temple built on the site of a destroyed historic mosque that killed 2,000 people during riots in 1992. This event is seen as a symbolic start to Modi's election campaign.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected Hamas' conditions for the release of more than 130 Israeli hostages. Hamas's demands include an end to the war, the withdrawal of Israeli troops from the Gaza Strip, the preservation of its power in the region, and the release of Palestinian prisoners.
Teenage employment in the US has reached a 14-year high, especially in restaurants and retail, reflecting the changing attitudes of Generation Z toward work. Rising inflation and the desire for financial independence are driving more teens to look for work.
The Iranian army has so far called the cause of the incident either the soldier's mental state or an accident.
Ukrainian actor, satirist and screenwriter Yevhen Hait died of cardiac arrest in Odesa. He was known for his work in The Gentleman's Show and the Naked and Funny project.
The storm forced 102 flights to be canceled at Dublin Airport, another 24 landings were interrupted, and 27 flights were rescheduled. The Irish Meteorological Service has issued significant weather warnings affecting operations and property across the country.
Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, has been diagnosed with skin cancer after undergoing breast cancer treatment last year. The news comes as other members of the British royal family are undergoing medical procedures.
A private Russian Falcon 10 aircraft crashed in Afghanistan near the border with Tajikistan. Of the six people on board, four survived, while the fate of the other two remains unknown.
The Russians shelled various localities in Sumy region 24 times, with a total of 96 explosions recorded. Khotyn, Yunakivske, Bilopil, Krasnopil, Velykopysarivske, Esman, Shalyhynske and Svesky districts were affected.
In Kharkiv region, a Ford Transit minibus collided head-on with a Hyundai car, injuring five people, including two children. The accident is under investigation, which may result in a pre-trial investigation for violation of road safety rules.
The Leningrad region of Russia has been put on high alert following an overnight drone attack on a terminal in Ust-Luga. Authorities have reportedly vowed to "destroy the drones if they are detected.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces deny any involvement in the shelling of a market in Donetsk, blaming it on Russian troops. According to the local occupation authorities, 27 people were killed and 25 wounded in the shelling.
Monobank suffered a large-scale DDoS attack in the evening of January 21, which was confirmed by the company's co-founder Oleg Gorokhovsky. It is reported that a new wave of cyberattacks began at 22:46.
The asteroid, originally named Sar2736 and now registered as 2024 BX1, was spotted over Berlin on January 21 before it crashed west of the city. No damage was reported, and locals are now searching for asteroid debris.
Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has withdrawn his candidacy for the upcoming US presidential election, expressing support for ex-President Trump. The fight for the Republican nomination between Trump and Nikki Haley is now underway.
The Russian occupiers in the temporarily occupied territories of Zaporizhzhia region allegedly force state employees to donate blood for the Russian military amid heavy losses, violating international humanitarian law.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Russia must be held accountable for its aggression in Ukraine. Referring to the ongoing violence in the conflict, Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of international cooperation and law enforcement against "war criminals.
The new military doctrine of Belarus states that any attack on its allies will be considered an aggression against Belarus itself, said Artem Butorin of the General Staff of the Armed Forces. The doctrine outlines the country's response to potential military threats, including the possible use of tactical nuclear weapons.
According to Denis Pushilin, the leader of the so-called 'Donetsk people's republic', 27 people were killed and 25 wounded in an attack on a market in temporarily occupied Donetsk. The attack was reportedly carried out using unmanned aerial vehicles targeting busy areas.
On January 20, the Russian military attacked 16 settlements in Zaporizhzhia, injuring a local resident. The region was subjected to 95 artillery shellings, attacks from drones and MLRS, resulting in the destruction of two residential buildings.
The Kyiv City State Administration reported that municipal services have deployed 275 units of snowplows to clear the city's roads and sidewalks of ice, urging drivers and pedestrians to be careful in icy conditions.
On January 20, the Russian military attacked the water area and village of Kutsurubska community in Mykolaiv region, and on January 21, they conducted an unmanned aerial attack on Snihurivska community. No casualties were reported as a result of the attacks.
The Russian military shelled Kherson region 76 times, firing 365 shells and hitting residential areas. Despite the extensive damage, there were no reports of casualties.
The Russian army attacked the community of Marhanets in the Nikopol district of Ukraine, using drones and artillery, destroying five houses and damaging other structures. More than 11,000 homes were left without electricity, although there were no casualties.
