Republicans used to call Russia 'the evil empire'. Now some conservatives fear the party's 'Putin wing'

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Top Stories Republicans used to call Russia 'the evil empire'. Now some conservatives fear the party's 'Putin wing' Just 40 years ago, US President Ronald Reagan branded the Soviet Union an "evil empire". But Russia's invasion of Ukraine has exposed deep divisions in America's conservative movement when it comes to Vladimir Putin.  As Putin's invasion of Ukraine grinds on, a lesson from history could pave a new path to peace At the height of the Cold War, Richard Nixon visited Mao Zedong in Beijing for a meeting that set the world on a new course. Now, fifty years later, Joe Biden may be making similar calculations, writes Stan Grant. Humanitarian crisis in Ukraine worsens as Russia intensifies assaults on key cities Conflict rages near Kyiv as Ukrainian officials say heavy shelling and threats of Russian air attacks are endangering attempted evacuations of desperate civilians from encircled towns and cities elsewhere. This is not the verdict that Kumanjayi Walker's family waited for While Kumanjayi Walker's story is unique, his is among hundreds of coronial investigations that already traversed similar ground, and delivered recommendations of great importance, writes Indigenous Affairs editor Bridget Brennan. Why these people choose to stay in Ukraine despite Russia's invasion and escalating war As the war in Ukraine continues, here are the reasons some people are choosing to stay behind despite ongoing Russian attacks.  At the lowest moment of his career, Shane Warne took a trip overseas. One act of kindness changed everything  Dogged by scandals in the late 90s and early 2000s, Shane Warne arrived in Sri Lanka a controversial figure. But the people he met after the Boxing Day tsunami have never forgotten him. A koala 'roar' in Jurassic Park? Hollywood filmmakers have made some weird animal choices From a kookaburra in South America to a mating tortoise in Jurassic Park, Hollywood's sound designers have made some questionable choices. So you've had a baby and want to return to running, how can you do it safely? Pregnancy and childbirth can bring about a raft of changes to women's bodies, so how do we navigate getting back to running after having a baby? Photos show births, deaths and marriages during the war in Ukraine Photos of marriage ceremonies, funerals and births from the war in Ukraine. Scott Morrison defends move to leave Queensland off emergency declaration The Prime Minister says he's listening to the Queensland Premier by not including the state in a national emergency declaration, as the man coordinating the ADF's flood response confirms a boost in the number of boots on the ground helping to clean up in two states.   Download the ABC News app Available on Android and Apple devices The ABC NEWS app makes it easier for you to stay up to date with the latest news and information from Australia's most trusted news source.   Follow Us     The ABC sent this message to bryanrini294.nashjensk@blogger.com these details are included to help provide assurance that this is a genuine email from ABC. Any personal details and data acquired by the ABC from your participation in any ABC Online Services will be used only in accordance with the ABC's Privacy Policy. This service may include material from Agence France-Presse (AFP), APTN, Reuters, AAP, CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced.     © 2022 Australian Broadcasting Corporation ABC, ABN 52 429 278 345. 700 Harris St Ultimo, NSW, 2007, Australia.   Unsubscribe from this eNewsletter | Discover other email newsletters | Privacy