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Ukraine Faces Deepening Power Shortages After Russian Strikes

A resident shows a journalist where a Russian drone struck the roof of an apartment building, depriving its residents of water, heat and electricity, in Kyiv. Ukraine is confronting one of its most severe energy shortfalls since the start of the full‑scale invasion, with the country currently able to supply only about 60% of its electricity needs. A new wave of Russian missile and drone attacks has heavily damaged power plants and transmission infrastructure across multiple regions, pushing the grid to the brink. Officials report that nearly every major power‑generating facility has been hit in recent weeks. Cities such as Kyiv, Kharkiv, Odesa, and Dnipro have experienced rolling blackouts, leaving millions of residents coping with limited heating, lighting, and communications during the winter season. Ukraine’s government has warned that the situation remains extremely challenging. Engineers are working around the clock to repair damaged facilities, but repeated strikes have slowed...

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Wall Street Pushes Higher as Markets Seek a Steady Finish

 

US stocks moved upward as the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all posted gains, offering investors a calmer end to what has been a choppy week. Technology shares once again played a central role in lifting market sentiment, with major chipmakers and AI‑linked companies helping drive the Nasdaq higher.

A strong earnings report from a leading semiconductor manufacturer boosted confidence across the tech sector, sparking renewed interest in companies tied to artificial intelligence and advanced chip production. Several major tech names followed with solid rebounds, reinforcing the sector’s momentum.

Financial stocks also added support after a series of upbeat earnings from large banks earlier in the week. Investors are now watching upcoming results from regional lenders, which could help shape expectations for the sector’s stability in the months ahead.

Despite lingering geopolitical concerns and earlier volatility, the market’s tone improved as the week progressed. With tech strength and steady corporate results providing a cushion, Wall Street appears poised to close the week on firmer footing.


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