China amplifies unfounded Russian claim of US funding Ukraine biolabs

As Russia’s attack on the Ukraine continues, China is spreading unfounded claims that the U.S. is financing biological weapons labs in Ukraine.

Senate gives final approval to Ukraine aid, huge budget bill

A $13.6 billion emergency package of military and humanitarian aid for besieged Ukraine and its European allies easily won final congressional approval Thursday.

Phoenix area high school selected for Space Force JROTC program

Shadow Mountain High School is the first school in Arizona to have a Space Force JROTC program. The school has converted its Air Force JROTC program into a program for the Space Force.

Russia-Ukraine war: Key developments as invasion hits 2-week mark

Ukraine has banned wheat exports in an effort to stave off food shortages, while concerns are intensifying over safety at the country's nuclear plants, including Chernobyl.

Ukraine's Chernobyl nuclear power plant loses power, sparking fear of radiation leaks

The Chernobyl plant in Ukraine is disconnected from the grid due to damage inflicted by Russian occupying forces, sparking concerns of radioactive contamination if the cooling of spent nuclear fuel stops.

Biden visits Fort Worth as he seeks more health care for veterans

President Joe Biden will travel to Fort Worth to talk with veterans and their caregivers and push for more help for members of the military who face health problems after exposure to burn pits.

Ukrainian film star Pasha Lee killed in Russia-Ukraine war while defending country

Pasha Lee, a Ukrainian actor who was fighting for his country on the frontline amid Russia's invasion, was killed in action, the Odesa International Film Festival said.

Russia-Ukraine war: What to know as violence stops planned civilian evacuations

Russian and Ukrainian delegations resumed talks on Monday following failed attempts to begin evacuating civilians from besieged Ukrainian cities, including the port city of Mariupol.

Russia-Ukraine war: Phoenix restaurant gives customers chance to whack Vladimir Putin pi?ata
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Aunt Chilada's in Phoenix found a unique way to collect donations to help Ukrainian refugees by allowing customers to take a whack at a Vladimir Putin pi?ata at its location near 16th Street and Northern Avenue. The pi?ata whacking event is over, but donations are still being accepted on the restaurant's website at auntchiladas.com.

Army develops high-tech solution to keep hands warm without gloves

Army researchers have developed the Personal Heating Dexterity Device, or PHD2, to help prevent the loss of hand function in the cold.

Resources for veterans affected by Russian invasion of Ukraine

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced a list of resources for veterans who may be feeling emotional distress or reminded of their own deployment experiences, amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Grounded No More: Gold Star Family gets unique experience in Mesa
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On March 4, the family of Sergeant Major James 'Ryan' Sartor, who died while fighting in Afghanistan, got a chance to fly high in the sky, thanks to a non-profit called Grounded No More.

Mirage F1 fighter jet’s engine quit before it crashed near Luke Air Force Base: NTSB

The pilot told investigators that he tried to restart the jet’s engine but that effort failed. When he determined he was too far away from Luke to get the plane safely on the runway he steered the jet out into an open desert area and ejected.

EXPLAINER: How dangerous was Russia’s nuclear plant strike?

Europe’s largest nuclear power plant was hit by Russian shelling early Friday, sparking a fire and raising fears of a disaster that could affect all of central Europe for decades, like the 1986 Chernobyl meltdown.

Russia-Ukraine: Georgia troops assist NATO allies, residents reflect on their community impact

Hundreds of troops left Georgia Wednesday to provide assistance to NATO allies in the wake of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. However, those who live in the Fort Stewart area said the impact of the deployed soldiers was almost immediate.