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G7 Foreign Ministers Meet in Niagara to Hear Ukraine’s Plea Amid Escalating War

Top diplomats from the Group of Seven (G7) nations gathered in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario , for high-stakes talks with Ukraine’s Foreign Minister as Russia intensifies its assault on Ukraine’s power grid. The meeting, hosted by Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand , comes at a critical moment as rolling blackouts sweep across Ukraine ahead of winter. Foreign ministers from Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the European Union posed for a family photo before beginning discussions. Ukraine’s foreign minister is expected to brief the group on the humanitarian and security consequences of Russia’s latest attacks, which have left millions vulnerable to freezing temperatures. The summit is not limited to Ukraine. Ministers are also addressing broader geopolitical challenges, including instability in the Middle East and shifting trade relationships. Still, Ukraine remains the centerpiece of the agenda, with G7 leaders reaffirming ...

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Ancient Marks Resurface: Hawaiian Petroglyphs on Oʻahu Revealed After Years

Oʻahu’s Hidden History Emerges from the Earth

For the first time in years, a remarkable piece of Hawaiʻi’s ancient past is visible once again. Early Hawaiian petroglyphs etched into stone on the island of Oʻahu have reemerged, offering a rare glimpse into the cultural expressions of Native Hawaiians centuries ago.

These petroglyphs—rock carvings depicting human figures, animals, and symbolic motifs—were uncovered due to shifting sands and erosion near a coastal area long known to archaeologists but rarely accessible to the public. The carvings are believed to date back hundreds of years and serve as a testament to the island’s rich heritage and the spiritual and social lives of its early inhabitants.

Local historians and cultural practitioners are celebrating the reappearance, emphasizing the importance of preserving and respecting these sacred images. “These petroglyphs are not just art,” said one cultural expert. “They are messages from our ancestors, reminders of who we are and where we come from.”

Efforts are now underway to document and protect the site, ensuring that future generations can continue to learn from and honor this extraordinary window into Hawaiʻi’s past.



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