Jackson Reffitt was worried about what his father, a member of a far-right group, might do, after threatening that the goverment “is going to be destroyed in this fight.” Source Read More »
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Ukrainian Parliament member: “We will win” war against Russia
A week after Russia first invaded Ukraine. Ukranian Parliament member Yehor Cherniev spoke with CBS News’ Tanya Rivero about his country’s defenses and what Ukraine needs from the U.S. and its NATO allies in the coming days. Source Read More »
Stock markets adjusting to volatility of war in Ukraine
Markets made gains Wednesday despite more economic uncertainty as Russia was hit with more sanctions. Jeffrey Kleintop, Chief Global Investment Strategist at Charles Schwab & Co., joins CBS News to break down what is driving the markets and how investors are reacting to the impacts of the invasion of Ukraine. Source Read More »
White House wants to add $10 billion to aid package for Ukraine
The Biden administration is seeking to add an addition $10 billion to the U.S. aid package for Ukraine. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes explains what’s in that aid package and new sanctions President Biden could announce soon. Source Read More »
More than 2 million civilians displaced by war in Ukraine
Cities in Ukraine are being bombarded by the Russian military, and Russia claims to have gained control of the southern city of Kherson. The U.N. says the war has already displaced 2 million Ukrainians from their homes. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini gives an update from Poland, where many civilians have fled. Source Read More »
What is a Russian oligarch?
The U.S. is vowing to go after their yachts, luxury apartments and private jets. But what are oligarchs? And how is their wealth connected to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine? Source Read More »
States probe TikTok’s impact on American youth
At least eight state attorneys general want to know if the design and promotion of TikTok is negatively impacting the mental and physical health of young people. Lilia Luciano has the details. Source Read More »
Maryland apartment blast injures at least 10
A powerful explosion and fire destroyed an apartment building in Silver Spring, Maryland. At least 10 people were taken to hospitals. Source Read More »
Pilot program pays some new moms $1,000 per month
A pilot program is creating a financial bridge for some low-income pregnant women in New York City. The Bridge Project aims to keep mothers and their babies out of poverty. Jericka Duncan has more. Source Read More »
Ukrainian families separated by Russian attack
People staying in Ukraine to defend their homeland have been forced to say goodbye to their families, who are evacuating in search of safety. But amid all the chaos, the birth of a child in a makeshift maternity ward shows that life does not stop. Norah O’Donnell has more. Source Read More »