Mayoral elections across France reflect the rise of the far-right The rise of the far-right movements in France has changed the nature of politics in Paris and other French cities. We look at how this might affect the results of thousands of mayoral elections today. Eleanor Beardsley
Russian strike on Kyiv region kills 4 and wounds 15, with peace talks stalled The strikes comes after the United States paused ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine due to the war with Iran. The Associated Press
No Nobles Day: Britain's Parliament boots its last hereditary Lords after 700 years Government minister Nick Thomas-Symonds said the change put an end to "an archaic and undemocratic principle." The removed aristocrats are 92 of the House of Lords' 800 members. The Associated Press
A rift between Spain and Trump widens over Spanish opposition to the Iran war The Spanish government reiterated it would not let U.S. forces use two joint military bases in Spain as the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran escalates, widening a rift with the Trump administration. Miguel Macias
Mideast clashes breach Olympic truce as athletes gather for Winter Paralympic Games Fighting intensified in the Middle East during the Olympic truce, in effect through March 15. Flights are being disrupted as athletes and families converge on Italy for the Winter Paralympics. Brian Mann
Kyiv's elderly endure blackouts and bombardment, clinging to warmth and hope In Kyiv's darkened high-rises, as Russian strikes batter the Ukrainian capital, older residents endure freezing nights and power cuts, relying on volunteers, pets and faith to survive another winter. Eleanor Beardsley
Ukraine's ambassador to the U.S. on power outages, resilience and peace NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Ukraine's Ambassador to the United States as Russia's war with Ukraine stretches into a fifth year. Mary Louise Kelly
U.K.'s parliament had a rare debate about the royals Something rare happened Tuesday in the U.K. Parliament: MPs criticized the royals, which 19th century rules prohibit. But an exception was made for disgraced ex-Prince Andrew — and floodgates opened. Lauren Frayer
The Louvre Museum's director has resigned in the wake of October's brazen jewel heist French President Emmanuel Macron accepted Laurence des Cars' resignation as "an act of responsibility" at a moment when the Louvre needs security upgrades, modernization and other major projects. The Associated Press
Russia thought it would take days to seize Ukraine. 4 years later, war is still raging Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine four years ago, and the fighting continues. Here's a look at where the war stands today. Charles Maynes