The upcoming 2024 U.S. presidential election remains a top priority for the intelligence community, especially amid recent government reports suggesting that Russia, China, and Iran attempted to influence this year’s election, according to Stacey Dixon, principal deputy director of national intelligence.
Panelists from Around the World Discuss Impacts of the Russia-Ukraine War in Webinar
Svitlana Hurkina detailed the devastating impacts of the Russia-Ukraine war, including the death, injury, and abduction of Ukrainian citizens.
Why Are Gas Prices So High? Because Oil Companies Are Price Gouging
Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, photos of gas station billboards advertising prices up to $5.57 per gallon in California have shocked and stressed consumers. These record-setting prices, averaging $4.24 per gallon, are estimated to add $2,000 more in gasoline costs to the typical household budget this year. For everyday people who need to fill up…
Newton Book Club Talks About Russian History Book In Context of Current Geopolitics
The History Book Club of Historic Newton hosted a discussion among Newton residents on Stephen Smith’s book, Russia in Revolution, focusing on the similarities between violent actions of Russian regimes in the 20th century and today.
Boston-Area Supermarket Chain Ceases Stock of Russian Products
BazaAr Supermarkets announced that it will cease imports of Russian products on Feb. 28 in light of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Wahlstrom, Team USA Take Home Silver at World Junior Championship
Eagles freshman forward Oliver Wahlstrom played a key role in helping Team USA to a silver medal at the 2019 World Junior Championships, even scoring in the semifinals against Russia.
‘Lolita’ Recounts the Life of Russian Immigrants
‘Lolita’ wasn’t very popular in Russia, however, it is especially important in today’s climate regarding immigration.
David Fialkow, BC ’85, Wins Academy Award for ‘Icarus’
“We hope Icarus is a wake-up call—yes, about Russia, but more than that, about the importance of telling the truth, now more than ever,” said producer Bryan Fogel at the Academy Awards.
With Fulbright, Bednarz to Conduct Research in Armenia
Natasha Bednarz, MCAS ’17, won a Fulbright scholarship to research geology in the Caucasus region with the Transect Project.
BC Law Professor Studies Sustainability, Economy in Russia
In the ’70s, David Wirth spent a summer abroad in Russia and has now returned to the country on a Fulbright award.