The summit in Alaska between President Trump and President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia has unleashed a wave of propaganda and disinformation from Russian state media and online conspiracy theorists.
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Why Russia Sold Alaska to the U.S.
The Trump-Putin summit will take place in a former Russian colony that the United States bought for $7.2 million in 1867. Here’s how the deal came together and why its legacy matters.
After Reassuring Europe, Trump Strikes a Different Tone About Russian Threats
Hours after presenting a united front with allies, President Trump warned Vladimir V. Putin of “severe consequences” if Russia refuses to end the war in Ukraine. But he also suggested that he has limited power to alter the Russian leader’s behavior.
When Trump Meets Putin, Anything Could Happen
The U.S. president is pushing to end the war in Ukraine, but analysts say the Russian leader could turn a hastily planned meeting to his advantage.
What is the Pacific ‘Ring of Fire’?
Many of the world’s biggest earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and tsunamis occur along a chain of seismologically active regions that encircle the Pacific Ocean.
New Global Atlas Highlights Surprising Hot Spots of Fungal Biodiversity
A new global atlas of underground fungi suggests that some surprising biodiversity hot spots lie hidden beneath our feet.
What You Need to Know About the Major Plane Crashes of 2025
The accidents, which remain under investigation, have prompted criticism of U.S. aviation regulators.
Bans, Fees, Taxes. Can Anything Stop Overtourism?
Efforts to limit visitors in tourist hot spots have had mixed results, at best. Competing interests have a way of impeding attempts to stem the tide.
Bird Strikes Are a Common Problem for Flights
It is not uncommon for planes to strike wildlife, but most episodes don’t result in deaths or serious injuries.
Bird Strikes Are a Common Problem for Flights
It is not uncommon for planes to strike wildlife, but most episodes don’t result in deaths or serious injuries.