DWTS pro Maksim Chmerkovskiy flees Ukraine to Warsaw on train packed with 'hysterical' women

Elton John is marking International Women’s Day by promoting an important new organization to his 3.9 million Instagram followers.

Reflection, a film set during the war in Donbass in eastern Ukraine in 2014 [via Variety].Switzerland’s Visions du Réel docs festival has announced that its selections for its April event will comprise four works directed and/or produced in Ukraine. Simon Lereng Wilmont’s A House Made Of Splinters, which won a directing prize at Sundance in January, is one of the included films.In November, the Stockholm Film Festival will host film screenings, director visits and masterclasses in order to promote the country’s cinema.The Czech Republic’s Karlovy Vary Intl.

McDonald's will slam shut 850 of its restaurants in Russia as backlash to Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine. The massive move which will see civilians unable to order a Big Mac and fries any time soon is one of the latest international sanctions on Russia.

Celebrities are speaking out to honor women on International Women’s Day! Stars like Kim Kardashian, Vice President Kamala Harris, First Lady Jill Biden, Lynda Carter, and more posted messages of love to their social media accounts on the March 8th holiday that celebrates women everywhere. Some of them also used their messages as an opportunity to show their support for the women of Ukraine after Russia’s tragic invasion of the country.

Jennifer Aniston has shared a heartbreaking tribute in honor of International Women's Day.MORE: David Muir inundated with praise as he shares historic exclusive interview with Ukraine's President ZelenskyyThe star took to Instagram to share a series of photos to highlight the incredible bravery of the women fighting for their country as it goes through war.Jen's Instagram comments were flooded with thoughts and prayers for the people of Ukraine, and support to her as she shared a series of organizations that are supporting Ukraine through different donations and shelter.WATCH: Five ways to help UkraineMORE: Elton John and David Furnish release emotional statement – 'We are heartbroken'"Thinking about the women and girls in Ukraine and around the world who are heroically fighting for their country and people today — as soldiers, as mothers, as organizers, as refugee caretakers, as protesters, as journalists..." wrote the star in her caption. The series of photos featured women of all ages taking on a variety of roles, joining one another in protest against Russia, suiting up in army gear, and organizing and distributing donations.A post shared by Jennifer Aniston (@jenniferaniston)The star's heartfelt tributeFans were quick to commend the star for her heartfelt tribute, commenting things like: "That certainly puts it in perspective.

Jennifer Aniston showed solidarity with the people of Ukraine on Tuesday with a new Instagram post in honor of International Women's Day.The 53-year-old Friends star lauded the 'the women and girls in Ukraine' who are supporting their homeland during the Russian invasion as heroes.She also included several links to aid organizations where she encouraged followers to donate, thought she did not reveal which of those she personally donated funds. Speaking out:Jennifer Aniston lauded the 'the women and girls in Ukraine' who are supporting their homeland during the Russian invasion as heroes in an Instagram post Tuesday'Thinking about the women and girls in Ukraine and around the world who are heroically fighting for their country and people today,' Jennifer wrote.'As soldiers, as mothers, as organizers, as refugee caretakers, as protesters, as journalists...

Model Veronika Didusenko traveled through war-torn Ukraine and four countries before arriving in Los Angeles, where she appeared at a press conference Tuesday alongside attorney Gloria Allred to speak about actions needed to help her homeland. Allred and Didusenko highlighted the dangers Ukrainian women and children are facing as they flee Russia's brutal attacks. Allred urged President Joe Biden to implement Humanitarian Parole for Ukrainian refugees as soon as possible.

Olga Smirnova, a prima ballerina from Russia, is speaking out against the country’s invasion of Ukraine. A lead dancer with the Bolshoi Ballet, Smirnova said she is "ashamed of Russia" and publicly denounced its president, Vladimir Putin, for giving the order to invade the neighboring country.

Wladimir Klitschko has admitted he is in the "biggest fight of my life" on the "terrifying" front line of the war in Ukraine. The former heavyweight world champion has taken up arms alongside his brother Vitali to defend his nation following the Russian invasion on February 24.Vitali is also the mayor of the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and alongside his brother has headed to the frontline "ready to die" for Ukraine.With FIFA having already banned the Russian national team from this year's World Cup, Wladimir has now called on others to help in isolating Russia from the world of sport.Speaking to the Mirror, he explained: “Boxing is sport – this is war, and my people are dying.“During this conversation, innocent women, children and civilians will be subjected to bombs, missiles and horrifying reality of war.“People say this is the biggest fight of my life, and I agree – it's so sad to realise how terrifying the war is.“This is why I ask your readers, all the people of Great Britain, to back our campaign and to act now, in any way possible, to support Ukraine.Should Russian athletes be banned from all global sporting events? Let us know in the comments section below.“To isolate Russia from all sporting competition is not an act of aggression.

David and Victoria Beckham have reportedly donated £1million to provide immediate aid to the people of Ukraine. Amid the invasion of Ukraine by Russia, the former professional footballer launched an emergency appeal to assist all the children affected through his 7 Fund for UNICEF campaign. And the celebrity couple is believed to have donated a large sum of their own money, with a source telling MailOnline: "David and Victoria personally donated £1m to the emergency appeal set up via David's dedicated 7 Fund for UNICEF.

Balenciaga’s Paris Fashion Week show was a winter wonderland that stole the scene for a number of reasons.

Vladimir Putin has not lost his mind and still wants to avoid sparking a nuclear World War 3, according to a former Russian minister. Andrei V Kozyrev who worked at Russia's foreign minister between 1990 and 1996, claims there are three misguided yet rational reasons as to why the country's president ordered an invasion of Ukraine. For all the talk of Putin going insane as he suffers from an alleged terminal illness, the Kremlin believing its own propaganda is more likely to have inspired waging war, Kozyrev says.

fuel prices in at least 18 years due to Russia ’s invasion of Ukraine. The average price of a litre of petrol at UK forecourts rose from 149.2p on February 28 to 153.0p on Monday, according to the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.Average diesel prices rose from 153.4p to 158.6p over the same period.The weekly increases of 3.8p for petrol and 5.2p for diesel are the largest in records dating back to June 2003.They mean the cost of filling up a typical 55-litre family car shot up by more than £2 over the past week.Russia is the world's second-biggest producer of crude oil and supplies a third of Europe’s needs.The war has raised fears supplies could be cut, driving up prices.The cost-per-barrel of Brent crude – the most commonly used way of measuring the UK’s oil price – reached $139 (£106) on Monday which was its highest in 14 years.RAC Foundation director Steve Gooding said: "With the tragedy in Ukraine showing no signs of abating it looks like we all need to brace for forecourt prices to continue upward, not least because they tend to lag oil price movements by a week or two.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorUniversal Music Group has suspended all of its operations in Russia, the company has confirmed to Variety. “Effective immediately, we are suspending all operations in Russia and closing our offices there. We urge an end to the violence in Ukraine as soon as possible. We are adhering to international sanctions and, along with our employees and artists, have been working with groups from a range of countries (including the U.S., U.K., Poland, Slovakia, Germany, Czech Republic and Hungary) to support humanitarian relief efforts to bring urgent aid to refugees in the region.”A source tells Variety that the company’s staffers will continue to receive their salaries for an undetermined time, although artists will presumably see most if not all of their recording activity paused.  All three major labels — Universal, Sony and Warner — have local labels and operations in Russia; while reps for Sony and Warner did not immediately respond to requests for comment, sources both companies are likely to announce decisions about their status in the country within 24-48 hours.

That ‘70s Show might have ended almost 20 years ago, but it’s still influencing the actors who co-starred on the series. During his time on the red carpet at the Hollywood Reporter’s Oscar Nominee night in Beverly Hills on Monday, March 7, Wilmer Valderrama spoke to reporters about the ultimate goal he and his former That ‘70s Show co-stars share while raising their children.“We really joke around that we’re going to have a That 70’s dynasty,” Wilmer said, according to reports from E! News.

♬ original sound – lil bo weep Fans have since paid their tributes online, commenting how Weep’s music affected their lives. One fan wrote: “Your music got me through one of the most mentally challenging points in my life”.Alice Glass joined those paying tribute, writing on Twitter: “Rip Lil Bo Weep.

Ginger Zee is opening up about her childhood for International Women's Day this Tuesday. The meteorologist shared an unbelievable throwback in honor of the special day.MORE: Ginger Zee embarks on family adventure with rare photo of husband and childrenIn a heartwarming tribute shared to Instagram Tuesday morning, the ABC star detailed growing up with her late step-mom, Pam, who she has previously talked about in one of her "favorite chapters" of her book, A Little Closer to Home.The television host was inundated with support following her sweet caption. WATCH: Ginger always looks stylish - even when her hair is sopping wet from the rainMORE: Ginger Zee updates fans with new photo of husband and children as fans reactGinger began her caption with: "Step parenting — it's not easy.

High street giant M&S has faced backlash from some customers after sharing its fundraising efforts for Ukraine.

Petrol prices have soared to a new record high in the UK as the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues.

Halle Berry has a special birthday message for her boyfriend, Van Hunt. The 55-year-old actress posed in just her underwear and a shirt with Hunt's name on it in a series of sexy-sweet posts dedicated to her man, who turned 52.“HERE’S TO MY ONE AND ONLY! Happy Birthday VanO,” her first message read on Tuesday, which just so happened to be International Women's Day. “It’s no wonder your birthday and International Women’s Day are one and the same.

Raising caring kids! Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher have taken a unique approach in telling their two kids about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.