Fighters of Russian Volunteer Corps stand atop on an APC during press conference not far from the border in Sumy region, Ukraine, Wednesday, May 24, 2023.

Russian prisoners of war in Ukraine

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Fighters of Russian Volunteer Corps stand atop on an APC during press conference not far from the border in Sumy region, Ukraine, Wednesday, May 24, 2023.

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Hundreds of captured Russian soldiers, conscripts and mercenaries are being held in 50 sites around Ukraine. Russia also has Ukrainian POWs captured from the war. Frequent prisoner exchanges are a sign of direct talks between the two countries. And, in Ukraine’s southern region of Kherson, evacuations are underway to get residents out of areas affected by flooding caused by the destruction of the Kakhovka dam. Also, hip-hop turns 50 this summer. The World launches “Planet Hip Hop” to celebrate its influence in all corners of the globe. Plus, scientists get a thrilling new look at the Earth’s mantle.

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Senator Van Hollen calls for release of Abu Akleh report and review of security assistance to IDF units
Landmines swept up by floods endanger evacuation in Ukraine
Half Moon Bay is a famous beach in Antigua and Barbuda that is now covered sargassum, a type of large, brown floating seaweed.
Caribbean summer forecast: high chance of sargassum
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Critically-acclaimed hip-hop artist Dope Saint Jude performs at the Cape Town Jazz Festival, April 2017.
Planet Hip Hop: The World celebrates 50 years of hip-hop around the globe
Special Coverage
Photo of Taiwan's Vice President Lai Ching-te
Taiwan’s political parties beset by sexual harassment allegations
Special Coverage
Signs of renewed tension between China and the US
Scientists get a thrilling new look at the Earth’s mantle