MOSCOW/KYIV – Tensions between Russia and Ukraine have soared following Moscow's claims that Kyiv launched a major drone attack targeting President Vladimir Putin's official residence in Novgorod, a charge Ukraine…
CONAKRY, Guinea – General Mamady Doumbouya, the military strongman who seized power in a 2021 coup, has been declared the winner of Guinea's presidential election, securing an overwhelming 86.72% of the vote in the…
BERLIN — Chancellor Friedrich Merz has cast 2026 as a pivotal "year of new beginnings" for Germany, articulating a vision of renewed economic strength, heightened national security, and a reasserted role on the global…
Iran is experiencing a deepening internal crisis as widespread economic protests, initially sparked by a collapsing national currency and soaring inflation, have rapidly escalated, drawing in university students and…
Germany finds itself at a pivotal moment, with a deep-seated New Year's Eve tradition of private fireworks now squarely in the crosshairs of public opinion and policy debate. A substantial and growing segment of the…
Latakia, Syria – Syrian authorities have declared an overnight curfew in the port city of Latakia, effective Tuesday evening, December 30, 2025, following a dangerous escalation of sectarian violence that has left at…
The year 2025 proved to be a challenging one for the information landscape, marked by an unprecedented surge in sophisticated disinformation campaigns that leveraged advanced artificial intelligence (AI) to blur the…
A profound and transformative shift is underway across the Arab world as women increasingly step into the public sphere, seizing the microphone to advocate for change, lead institutions, and shape national narratives.…
Indian cinema, a vibrant tapestry of storytelling woven across a multitude of languages and cultures, has transcended its domestic borders to emerge as a global powerhouse, captivating audiences and shattering box…
GELSENKIRCHEN, Germany – A meticulously planned and executed bank vault heist has shaken the quiet western German city of Gelsenkirchen, with thieves making off with an estimated €30 million from a Sparkasse branch. The…
Ankara, Turkey – Turkish authorities have launched a massive counter-terrorism operation, apprehending 357 individuals suspected of links to the Islamic State (IS) group in a nationwide crackdown that spanned 21…
Tokyo, Japan – A cherished New Year's tradition, deeply woven into the fabric of Japanese society for over a millennium, is rapidly losing its appeal. The practice of sending nengajo, intricately designed New Year…
Rabat, Morocco – As Sudan grapples with an intractable civil war that has displaced millions and claimed countless lives, the nation's football team, the Falcons of Jediane, has emerged as an improbable beacon of hope…
LONDON — Cross-Channel rail operator Eurostar has strongly advised passengers to postpone non-essential journeys today, Tuesday, December 30, 2025, due to significant disruptions stemming from an overhead power supply…
Nicosia, Cyprus – On January 1, 2026, the Republic of Cyprus will assume the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union, taking the reins for the second time since its accession to the bloc in 2004.…
ABUJA, Nigeria – In a significant escalation of international efforts against Islamist militancy in West Africa, the United States launched airstrikes against Islamic State targets in northwestern Nigeria on Christmas…
New Delhi, India – In a landmark economic shift, India has officially surpassed Japan to become the world's fourth-largest economy, marking a significant milestone in its rapid growth trajectory. This development,…
The global economy stands at a critical juncture as it moves into 2026, facing a complex web of interconnected challenges that threaten to undermine stability and temper growth projections. From persistent inflationary…
DUBAI – Saudi Arabia on Tuesday launched an airstrike on Yemen's port city of Mukalla, targeting a weapons shipment described as destined for the Emirati-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC). The action marks a…
Taipei, Taiwan – China's military on Tuesday unleashed a barrage of rockets and deployed a formidable array of naval and air assets on the second day of extensive live-fire drills around Taiwan, escalating tensions in…