Russia tries to stem panic over the plummeting ruble, as the central bank is forced to intervene

As the multi-state worker strike by Teamsters against Republic Services nears two weeks, state leaders are urging the company to finalize a contract and restore garbage collection services, which have been disrupted in 14 Massachusetts communities. Despite a proposal of a nearly 16% immediate wage increase, negotiations have stalled, with both sides accusing each other of bad faith. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Workers who collect garbage are on strike because they want...

Donald Trump's recent announcement marks a significant shift in his stance on Ukraine, as he now acknowledges the need to support Kyiv against Russia's aggression by dramatically increasing U.S. weapons supplies. This policy change is framed as a financial "deal," with NATO partners purchasing American arms to bolster their defenses and aid Ukraine, alongside a 50-day ultimatum for Putin to negotiate peace. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Donald Trump announced a big change...

A Manchester United fan, Alfie Holt, 20, was sentenced for slapping Manchester City player Jack Grealish after a verbal altercation during the Manchester Derby in April. Holt received a three-year football banning order and a £120 fine, with the court emphasizing the need for deterrence against such behavior, despite his lack of prior offenses. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A 20-year-old football fan named Alfie Holt was banned from matches for three years...

A woman, Natasha Quigley, was injured after being ejected from a golf cart during her wedding at Furry Creek Golf Course in B.C. Her dress became entangled in the cart's wheel, leading to her being dragged and run over, resulting in multiple injuries. She is suing the golf course for damages, citing negligence, while the course disputes claims of reckless driving. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A woman named Natasha Quigley got hurt...

NFL Hall of Famer John Elway will not face charges after his business partner, Jeffrey Sperbeck, died from blunt force trauma following a fall from a golf cart driven by Elway at a golf resort in La Quinta, California. Authorities have ruled the incident a tragic accident, with no criminal activity found, as Sperbeck, 62, was a longtime friend and agent who significantly impacted Elway's business ventures. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: NFL...

Israel's proposal for a 60-day ceasefire with Hamas includes plans for a "humanitarian city" in Rafah, confining Gaza's population under security screening, which critics label a "concentration camp." While some Israeli officials oppose the plan, public support among Jewish Israelis for Palestinian expulsion remains high, despite widespread international condemnation. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A proposed 60-day ceasefire between Israel and Hamas could help bring food and medicine to people in Gaza, but...