A tall historic monument rises in a large square near Buda Castle in Hungary. Visitors often walk around the landmark while exploring the historic castle district.

Russian tennis icon Maria Sharapova was among the brightest stars during the Los Angeles Lakers' win over the Denver Nuggets through a Luka Doncic winner.

Ukrainian athletes have talked about an “unpleasant” Paralympics at Milan Cortina because of the return of the Russian flag and anthem.

Ukraine's Paralympians have accused the International Paralympic Committee of unfair treatment as the Russian team competes under its own flag at the games for the first time since 2014.

Karabash used to be called “the most polluted city in the world,” but then, in 2025, it achieved fame thanks instead to the documentary film Mr. Nobody against Putin. Now the film is up for an Oscar.