Ukrainian Christmas, in Canada, for refugees who have fled here

ESTEVAN – Today, Jan. 7, is what in Saskatchewan is commonly called “Ukrainian Christmas.” Really, it’s the celebration of Christmas based on the Julian calendar, followed by the Ukrainian and Russian Orthodox Churches. The big event is Christmas Eve, on Jan. 6, with...

EU hails high gas storage levels despite Russian cuts

BRUSSELS (AP) — Natural gas storage levels in the European Union stand at nearly 84% and were higher in December than the average amount in reserve 4-6 years ago, the EU’s executive branch said Wednesday, despite Russian attempts to choke off supplies amid its war on...