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.

Colorado Springs Planned Parenthood Shooting: Officer Reported Shot, Injured, Scene Not Safe

Police arrested the suspected gunman five hours after the siege began inside a Planned Parenthood clinic in Colorado Springs, which left three people dead.

Black Friday Free State Park Admission: How To #OptOutside And Celebrate Fresh Air Friday

Fee-free Friday and Fresh Air Friday are two new names for the greener version of Black Friday.

The Best Thanksgiving 2015 Vegetable Recipes: How To Cook Brussels Sprouts, Green Beans, Carrots And More

Opt for eating local with seasonal root vegetables as side dishes this Thanksgiving.

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 2015 Facts, Route, History And Everything Else You Need To Know

Snoopy and Woodstock will make their 38th appearance at this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.

Russia Helping Islamic State? Moscow's Attacks On Muslim Caucasus Region Helps ISIS Recruit New Fighters, Residents Say

Russia's intense policing policies in the North Caucasus region could be helping ISIS recruiters, according to local residents.

Refugee Crisis In Germany: Amid High Security Threats, Merkel Continues To Uphold Open-Arms Policy

German Chancellor Angela Merkel continues to defend her open-arms policy, while Poland requests a review of the EU's quota plan in the wake of the terrorist attacks in Paris.

After Paris Terror Attacks, 8,000 Police To Patrol Borders Ahead Of Climate Change Summit

Parisians have been asked not drive their cars ahead of the COP21 climate summit, and protests ahead of the event have been banned.

Islamic State Hostages Released: 10 Syrian Christian Hostages Freed Amid Anti-ISIS Airstrikes

It remains unclear whether ransoms were paid for the release of the captives.

Can Russia Afford To Fight Two Wars In Syria And Ukraine?

Russia’s conflicts in eastern Ukraine and Syria were already proving unsustainable. Now a downed warplane at the Syrian-Turkish border makes things even more complicated.

What Is A Fencer Su-24? What To Know About The Russian Plane Shot Down By Turkey

The Sukhoi Su-24, also known as a Fencer, is a twin-engine plane designed for low level airstrike missions.

New Suspect Named In Paris Attacks: Belgium Man Arrested After Officials Raid Muslim Neighborhood

Authorities in Brussels have not released the names of the third and fourth people they charged in connection with the Paris terror attacks.

Russia Declares Its Recession Has Ended Despite Continuing Low Oil Prices And Sanctions

Alexei Ulyukaev said he expects Russia to experience 3.9 percent GDP decline in 2015, a rosier forecast than the World Bank's.

Thanksgiving Travel Tips 2015: How To Get Last-Minute Vacation Deals

If Turkey and football aren't your Turkey Day ideal, start monitoring social media for last-minute vacation getaway deals.

Oil Prices 2015: Saudi Arabia Overtakes Russia In Crude Oil Supplies To China Amid Price Slump

With Iran set to join the global oil market in coming months, experts worry prices will remain low amid a market oversupply.

Who Are The Paris Terrorists? Suspects Identified, Plus Everything We Know

More information has emerged about the brothers and cousins linked to last week's deadly attacks in France. Here's everything we know about them.

After Paris Terror Attacks, EU Intelligence Sharing Must Improve, Security Experts Say

Different legal systems across the European Union and privacy concerns have complicated the mutual sharing of crucial information, observers say.

How To Survive A Terror Attack: 'Run, Hide' Advises UK Counter Terrorism Office In New Guide

"Escape if you can," says a new note from the U.K.'s National Counter Terrorism Security Office about firearms and weapons attacks in the aftermath of Paris.

As Putin Fights ISIS, Eastern Europe Worries About Russia And Ukraine Sanctions

With Europe set to review its sanctions against Russia in January, eastern states worry Putin's involvement in Syria could lessen resolve on Ukraine.

Putin Creates Center To Fight Terrorism Financing As Obama Warms To Russian Leader

In what could be the start of a new friendship, President Barack Obama said coordination with Russia against ISIS was a possibility.

After Paris ISIS Terror Attacks, Defense Companies Likely To Cash In As Security Is Increased Over Islamic State Fears

After the terror attacks in Paris, security and defense companies are likely to see increased spending for munitions, drones and other weapons.

Iran Offered Syrian President Bashar Assad Shelter During Civil War, But He Refused

With increased airstrikes against the Islamic State group, Syrian President Bashar Assad continues to retain his grip on power.

After Paris Terror Attacks, CIA Head Calls For 'Enhanced' Intelligence Sharing With Russia

The U.S. and Russia will have a better chance of defeating ISIS if they overcome acrimony and instead share insights, information and data, CIA Director John Brennan said.

Refugee Crisis In Germany: After Paris Terror Attacks, Merkel Stands Firm On Open-Arms Policy

Domestic pressure has continued to build over Germany's open-arms refugee policy as the country expects 1 million refugees to cross its borders by the end of the year.