Ukraine’s Witches Bucha

Ukraine’s 'Witches of Bucha' prepare for combat as the specter of a Russian peace deal looms

In a snow-covered forest outside Kyiv, the “Witches of Bucha” are training to defend their capital, a city under constant bombardment from Russian missiles and drones.

England's last executed 'witch' may have survived

A spelling error in a court document could mean the woman was not hanged, a Southampton historian says.

‘Deep in my madness, witches gave me hope’: Elizabeth Sankey on motherhood, depression and witches

While battling through the darkness of severe postpartum anxiety, Elizabeth Sankey saw a light of solidarity in the stories of witchcraft. Four years ago, when my son was only one month old, he and ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Many churches shun Halloween – but witches and werewolves are welcome in mine | Ravi Holy

The modern ritual is just a chance for children to dress up, eat sweets and stay up late. For Christians to hate Halloween seems an own goal. Ravi Holy is the vicar of Wye in Kent On Thursday 31 ...

World - The Guardian - October 31

‘Witches’ Marks’? Curses? Medieval Etchings Uncovered at Manor House

A discovery of etched symbols and writing at a British Manor House has experts examining their possible meaning.

World - The New York Times - October 31

Netanyahu claims his office is target of ‘organised witch hunt’

Israeli PM says mounting scandals are designed to harm country’s leadership in middle of war

Business - Financial Times - November 10

You Too Can Hire an ‘Etsy Witch’ to Curse Elon Musk

Riley Wenckus used TikTok to tell Elon Musk she paid “an Etsy witch” $7.99 to make his life “a living hell.” A new market has opened up for others looking to follow her lead.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

Photojournalist becomes soldier in Ukraine

CBS News correspondent Holly Williams spoke to Ukrainian photojournalist Ruslan Garlushchak, who has been drafted and deployed to the front line.

Ukraine Is Running Out of Optimists

There is safety in simply trusting that the worst will happen. To dare to hope has always been the risk.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 15

The biggest attack on Ukraine in months

Russia targets energy plants

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