Russia’s economy has slowed after two years of robust growth fueled by the war in Ukraine. That’s opening a hole in the Kremlin’s budget, and President Vladimir Putin is looking for money to cover the deficit.
Pope Leo XIV meets Hollywood stars including Spike Lee, Cate Blanchett and Greta Gerwig at a special Vatican audience celebrating cinema and its ability to inspire and unite.
Last week, some of the nation’s top CEOs talked and laughed with President Trump while enjoying dinner at the White House, chewing over a US economy that the president claims is headed for growth…