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Scientists in Italy identified six living relatives of Leonardo da Vinci, confirming kinship through Y-chromosome DNA analysis of his brother’s descendants.

Ukraine will now recognize official foreign employment as part of the insurance record for pension eligibility, even without international agreements.

Russian GRU hackers target logistics of aid to Ukraine, hijack IP cameras, and collect transport data across 13 NATO countries and Ukraine, according to cybersecurity report.

Qatar did not gift Donald Trump the Boeing 747-8, aviation brokers confirm. The plane was put up for sale, and negotiations were strictly commercial.

European leaders are concerned after Trump’s call with Putin as the US shows no pressure on the Kremlin and Ukraine-Russia talks appear one-sided.

A female wolf from Colorado’s reintroduction program was found dead. It’s the seventh recorded death since 2023, with some cases linked to poaching.

Poland confiscated 5 tons of Boeing aircraft tires illegally transiting through Belarus and Russia to Azerbaijan, violating EU sanctions on restricted goods.

Austria wins Eurovision 2025 with JJ’s “Wasted Love”. Israel and Estonia follow in second and third. Spain finishes 24th and receives a warning from the EBU.

Bill Gates announced he will donate nearly all of his wealth to charity. He has already contributed $20 billion to his foundation and plans to increase support.

Zelensky and Erdoğan discussed security guarantees, peace efforts, and economic cooperation during an official meeting in Ankara, signing several bilateral agreements.