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February 27, 2022
Ukraine resistance looks determined as Russian invasion continues for a fourth day
"In the months leading up to this invasion many ordinary Ukrainians told us they'd lay down their lives to protect their country… and now it appears they were deadly serious." Holly Williams reports from Ukraine.
CBS Weekend News, February 27, 2022
Ukrainians resist as Russian forces push toward major cities; As business booms, brothers donate some proceeds from candle business to Maryland homeless shelters.
As business booms, brothers donate some proceeds from candle business to Maryland homeless shelters
CBS News’ Errol Barnett catches up with Austin, Colin and Ryan Gill, founders of the Frère Branchiaux candle brand. Three years after first meeting them, the operation has moved from a garage to a warehouse, with the products available in outlets like Target and Macy’s.
Meta says Ukrainians targeted by hackers, misinformation on Facebook
Meta on Sunday said it took down a Russian misinformation campaign along with a hacking group targeting accounts in Ukraine.
How secure is America’s electric grid?
Bill Whitaker reports that a coordinated attack on a relatively small number of critical substations could plunge the U.S. into darkness.
2/27/2022: The Grid, Wrongful Detainees, Headlines, Deadlines & Bottom Lines
How secure is America’s electric grid? Americans detained by foreign governments; Financial firms gutting local newsrooms
Federal and state governments introduce bills to help local news
Bills introduced at the federal level and in at least three states aim to bolster the struggling local news industry.
February 26, 2022
Thousands of Ukrainians flee to neighboring countries as Russia ramps up invasion
Roughly 50,000 Ukrainians are seeking refuge in neighboring countries such as Poland and Moldova as Russian forces continue their assault on Ukraine. Christina Ruffini has more.
Kyiv remains in Ukrainian control after days of intense fighting
Ukrainian forces remain in control of Kyiv, despite Russian advances to siege the capital city. Meanwhile, the U.S approved additional funding to support Ukraine, bringing the total aid given to the country this year to $1 billion. Charlie D'agata has the details.
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