US Justice Department releases more than 3 million new pages of Epstein files
The US Department of Justice released over 3 million new pages of documents on Jeffrey Epstein, including thousands of videos and images, revealing previously unknown financial and social ties to powerful figures in the US and Britain.
The files have reignited political controversy for Donald Trump and prompted criticism from survivors, who say the release exposes the victims more than the perpetrators. The documents are partially redacted, as public pressure continues for full transparency.
Zelensky cautious about halting Russian bombing during extreme cold weather
Zelensky expressed caution over the claim that Russia would temporarily halt bombing of Ukraine's energy infrastructure, saying there was no formal agreement and that Kiev would expect concrete actions from Moscow.
Donald Trump's announcement of a week-long pause, after a personal request to Putin due to the extreme cold, was accompanied by a slight reduction in attacks, but without clarity from the Kremlin.
Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts continue amid uncertainties, with Ukraine rejecting Russian demands for the handover of Donbas.
Polar bears are using the loss of ice to their advantage, but scientists warn that this won't last long.
Melting ice in the Arctic is temporarily creating more favorable hunting conditions for polar bears, especially in the Svalbard area, where they are appearing more well-fed than before.
Researchers believe this is related to the concentration of prey in smaller areas of ice and the return of some terrestrial animals as a food source.
However, scientists warn that further ice loss will turn this advantage into a serious disadvantage, jeopardizing the long-term survival of these populations.
More than 200 killed in coltan mine collapse in eastern Congo, officials say
Over 200 people died after a coltan mine collapsed in Rubaya, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, an area under the control of M23 rebels since 2024.
The mine, which produces about 15% of the world's coltan used in electronics, collapsed after heavy rainfall, and the exact number of victims has not yet been fully confirmed.
Local authorities have temporarily suspended artisanal mining and ordered the relocation of residents near the mine, while the UN accuses M23 of using mining assets to finance the insurgency.
