Trump envoy Witkoff reportedly advised Kremlin official on Ukraine peace deal
Steve Witkoff, a special adviser to Donald Trump, has told a senior Russian official that peace in Ukraine would require Ukraine to give up Donetsk and possibly other territory to Russia.
He has suggested to the Russians to speak more positively about a deal and congratulate Trump, which is linked to a much-criticized peace plan.
These were revealed while Trump is sending Witkoff to Moscow and the US is pushing the Ukrainians to approve a deal they do not accept.
Study claims to provide first direct evidence of dark matter
A new study says it may have discovered the first direct evidence for dark matter, through gamma radiation coming from the center of the Milky Way.
Professor Tomonori Totani claims that these rays match what was expected from dark matter particles, but other scientists urge caution because there could be other, more common explanations.
If this evidence is confirmed, it would be a historic turning point in the almost 100-year search for dark matter.
Protesters in Paris demand action as France faces rise in gender-based violence
Protesters in Paris demanded urgent action on gender-based violence, as new statistics show an alarming rise in femicides and domestic violence.
A new report submitted to the government calls for deep reform in the way the justice system handles these cases, while activists say the current policy is irresponsible and underfunded.
Protesters warned that the situation is worsening and that the government is not understanding the seriousness of the crisis.
Previously unknown Renoir painting sells for 1.8 million euros at auction in Paris
A previously unknown painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, depicting his son Jean with his nanny, has been sold in Paris for 1.8 million euros.
The work, preserved in exceptional condition and never before exhibited, belonged to Jean's godmother and was purchased by an international collector.
The sale comes at a time when the art market is reviving, following record-breaking auctions of Frida Kahlo and Gustav Klimt.
