Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on March 16. The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday issued arrest warrants for Russian President Vladimir Putin and another Russian official over his alleged involvement in the abduction of Ukrainian children and teenagers. Why it matters: The cases represent some of the first international charges issued since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The ICC […]

The Polish woman who thinks she might be Madeleine McCann was forced to scoff 35 pills every day from the age of seven, according to a private investigator. Julia Wendell, 21, sparked an internet storm after sharing supposed evidence to suggest she could be the Leicestershire girl who went missing in Praia da Luz, Portugal, during a family holiday. Julia […]

Illustration: Sarah Grillo/Axios As anyone who’s ever dealt with an insurance company knows: They like to minimize the amount they have to pay out in claims. The FDIC is no normal insurance company — but its actions last weekend are entirely consistent with a desire to save as much money as possible. Why it matters: The FDIC on Sunday decided […]

Photo: Al Drago/Bloomberg via Getty Images Emergency loans to banks spiked to a new record in the week through Wednesday, surpassing previous highs reached during the 2008 financial crisis. Why it matters: The details came in a weekly Federal Reserve report released Thursday, which is sure to attract more attention for what it may reveal about stresses in the banking […]

We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info A man who was believed to be the world’s oldest man has died at the reported age of 140 after […]

We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info A radioactive cylinder has gone missing from a power plant, leaving authorities in the nearby area to search desperately before […]

We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Ukrainian forces have shot down a Chinese-made “bomber” drone in the eastern warzone after spies based in Russia alerted the […]

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde delivers a speech earlier this month. Photo: Fabrice Coffrini/AFP via Getty Images The European Central Bank on Thursday raised interest rates by a half percentage point as officials continue an aggressive battle against inflation despite some signs of stress in the banking system. Why it matters: The supersized rate increase means the troubles at […]

A “crazy” buffalo has gored three brothers and a sister leaving them with horrific injuries. The rampant mammal, called Chao Nok, attacked the siblings of the Thiamchan family in Uthai Thani province in northeast Thailand leaving three of them seriously injured. The fourth sustained minor injuries, with police at Thap Than Police Station receiving a call at 10am today (Thursday, […]

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti. Photo: Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call via Getty Images Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) has placed a “hold” on Eric Garcetti’s nomination to be ambassador to India, demanding details about how the Los Angeles mayor handled allegations of sexual harassment by his staff — and whether he's been honest explaining them to the Senate. Why it matters: India […]