CONFLICTS

Levi Strauss not expecting to reopen in Russia this year: report

Levi Strauss, whose iconic blue jeans were a symbol of freedom during the Soviet era, does not expect to reopen stores in Russia this year after temporarily suspending business a month ago, the company's chief executive told the Financial Times.

American gun manufacturer sending thousands of AR-15s to Ukraine

As Kyiv continues to be pummeled by Russian airstrikes, private businesses across America are sending weapons directly into the war zone. An American gun manufacturer is sending 2,500 piston driven, semi-automatic AR-15 style rifles to Kyiv, helping arm civilians who stayed in Ukraine to fight against the Russians.