Lydia Tomkiw

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Lydia Tomkiw is a journalist focused on international affairs with a regional specialization in Eastern Europe. She has recently reported from Ukraine and is fluent in Ukrainian and French. Prior to joining IBT, Lydia was a Google Journalism fellow at the Committee to Protect Journalists where she focused on press freedom in Europe and Central Asia. From 2011-2012 she was a Princeton in Asia journalism fellow at The Jakarta Globe in Indonesia where she worked as a journalist and web editor. She holds a BA from Wesleyan University and a Master’s degree in International Affairs from Columbia University.

Russia Doping Scandal: More Athletes Test Positive For Banned Meldonium

Russia will find out in May whether its athletes will be allowed to compete in the Rio 2016 Summer Olympic Games.

Poland Constitutional Crisis Update: Thousands March In Warsaw As Controversy Deepens

Poland’s ruling Law and Justice party has tried to change how the country’s top court works in a move that has been widely criticized.

Caucus Live Updates 2016: Results From Washington, DC, Wyoming, Guam And Northern Mariana Islands

The Florida senator took nearly 40 percent of the vote in the nation's capital Saturday, while the Texas senator captured the Cowboy State.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict Update: EU Extends Sanctions Against Moscow Amid Calls To Free Ukrainian Pilot

While the U.S. and EU hold steady with sanctions against Russia, a Ukrainian pilot's detention is fueling protests in both Kiev and Moscow.

Syrian Refugees In Canada: More Than 26,000 Resettled While US Lags

While Canada has accepted more than 26,000 refugees from the war-torn country, the United States has accepted fewer than 1,000.

South China Sea Controversy: Japan’s Expanding Role With Aid To Philippines, Raises China’s Ire

After signing a defense deal with the Philippines, Beijing has criticized Tokyo’s growing role in the contested South China Sea.

Univision Democratic Debate 2016: Best Video Clips, Highlights And Quotes From Clinton And Sanders [VIDEO]

Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders went after Hillary Clinton hoping to gain the support of Latino voters ahead of the Florida primary.

Is Donald Trump Racist? What Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders Said During Democratic Debate

Immigration dominated the Democratic presidential debate in Miami, with Hillary Clinton insisting she only wants to deport terrorists and those threatening the U.S.

Donald Trump’s Wife Melania Will Hopefully Be ‘Future First Lady,’ Slovenians Say

Her hometown of Sevnica, Slovenia, is hoping her fame will give tourism a boost as Donald Trump continues to rack up victories in his quest for the GOP nomination.

US Warns Saudi Arabia On Squeezing Lebanon Economy Over Growing Hezbollah Influence

In another divide between Riyadh and Washington, Saudi officials have continued squeezing the Lebanese economy.

Fox GOP Debate Live Stream: Watch Donald Trump, Ted Cruz And Other Candidates In Cable Network's Free Broadcast

After sweeping seven states on Super Tuesday, Donald Trump will face his remaining challengers on the debate stage Thursday night.

Obamacare Enrollment 2016: Obama In Milwaukee Speech Insists 'Obamacare Is Saving Lives And It's Saving Money'

As Obama eyes the end of his presidency, he is promoting the Affordable Care Act as a key part of his legacy.

Election 2016 Polls: Before Michigan GOP Debate, Where Do The Republican Candidates Stand?

Ahead of Thursday’s Republican debate, Donald Trump remains ahead in the polls going into the next round of primaries.

Who Are The Fox News Debate Moderators? Megyn Kelly, Bret Baier And Chris Wallace Oversee Michigan GOP Debate

The Fox trio has moderated two earlier Republican debates, but this one could be key for Florida Sen. Marco Rubio and Texas Sen. Ted Cruz.

ISIS Playing The Stock Market? Islamic State Group Making Up to $25M Monthly On Financial Markets

ISIS has routed money from Iraq into Jordan earning as much as $25 million a month from financial markets.

EU Brexit 2016: Why Central And Eastern European States Don’t Want Britain To Leave

The EU’s newest members from Central and Eastern Europe are among the strongest supporters of Britain remaining in the 28-nation bloc.

Catholic Church Corruption: Pope Francis Says No To ‘Dirty Money’ Donations

Francis said Wednesday that the Catholic Church should not accept money earned from the abuse of low-income workers.

Tennessee Super Tuesday Results: Trump And Clinton Win Big

Despite support from the state's governor, Florida Sen. Marco Rubio was defeated by Donald Trump in Tennessee.

Read Osama Bin Laden Documents: Second Batch From May 2011 Raid Released

Documents seized by the U.S. during the raid that killed Osama bin Laden reveal a leader interested in technology and worried about spies.

Syria Ceasefire Update: Assad Says Russia-US Truce Offers 'Glimmer Of Hope'

In an interview with German television, Syrian President Bashar Assad promised full amnesty to opposition fighters who lay down their arms.

Read Hillary Clinton Emails: Final Batch Released Before Super Tuesday Races

Although the last batch of former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s emails were released by the State Department Monday, the controversy is not over.

Immigration Reform 2016: Where Do Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton And Other Presidential Candidates Stand?

From building walls to ending family detention policies, a look at the presidential candidates’ positions.

South China Sea Controversy 2016 Update: Japan And Philippines Sign Defense Agreement Amid Regional Uncertainty

Japan has offered to provide the Philippines with surveillance aircraft as China reaffirms its military capability in the turbulent South China Sea region.

Oscars 2016 Best Song, Best Original Score Playlist: Listen To All The Academy Award Nominated Music

From a Cold War thriller to a galaxy far, far away, listen to this year's original song and score nominees.

Oscars 2016 Infographic: How White Are The 88th Academy Award Nominees?

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is eyeing 2020 as the year to double the number of female and minority members among its ranks.

Russia Ramps Up Military Shipments In Syria As US Shows Signs Of Backing Down

As a ceasefire takes effect, opposition forces say they have not received U.S. support in months — raising questions about Washington's commitment level.