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Europe's Russian gas era comes to an end
Ukraine transit deal expires on Jan 1
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World waves goodbye to tumultuous 12 months
It was a global year of elections, with countless millions going to the polls across more than 60 countries.
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Thousands march in Bangladesh to mark students-led uprising
The unrest reached its peak on Aug. 5, when violence forced Hasina to resign and flee to India.
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RAW linked to assassinations in Pakistan, report exposes India's covert campaign
Canada and the United States have also accused RAW of targeting individuals abroad.
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'No one can stop' unification with Taiwan
Xi's comments come just weeks before Donald Trump takes office in the US.
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UN condemns NGO work ban on Afghan women
Since the Taliban's return to power in August 2021, women have been progressively erased from public spaces.
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S Korea court issues arrest warrant for Yoon
Yoon's legal team described the arrest order as "illegal and invalid" and filed an injunction to nullify it.
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Gaza healthcare nearing'total collapse,' says UN
World body issues report on Israeli attacks on hospitals
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China defends Covid-19 data-sharing
WHO repeatedly criticised Chinese authorities for their lack of transparency and cooperation.
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Pakistan's high commissioner-designate arrives in Ottawa
Ambassador Muhammad Saleem is eager to deepen the strong and historic ties between Pakistan and Canada.
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WHO Chief suffers hearing problems after Israeli airstrike in Yemen
"I’m okay, but I developed tinnitus from the loud explosion. I hope it will be temporary," wrote Tedros on X.
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Iran announces nuclear discussions with European Powers set for January 13
On December 17, three European countries accused Iran of expanding its uranium stockpile
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US court rejects Pentagon chief’s bid to block 9/11 plea deals
Despite the court’s ruling, Austin may appeal to the US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit
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Air traffic controller's command averts near-miss at Los Angeles airport
Delta Flight 471's takeoff was interrupted as an ATC ordered a charter plane to stop to prevent a runway collision.
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Websites in many French cities targeted in cyber attacks
The attacks were claimed on X by a hackers group calling themselves NoName
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London Mayor Sadiq Khan, son of Pakistani immigrants, receives knighthood
Khan received King Charles' New Year honour among 1,200 notable individuals
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US sanctions Iran, Russia over alleged 2024 election interference
An October US threat assessment highlighted growing threats from Russia, Iran, and China to national security
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South Korean court issues arrest warrants for President Yoon Suk Yeol
Yoon's powers were suspended after his impeachment by the opposition-controlled National Assembly on Dec 14
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Bangladeshis rally in Dhaka to mark student uprising, Sheikh Hasina's ouster
Students group arrived from across the country today and families of those killed in the unrest also joined the rally
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Xi Jinping declares 'no one can stop' Taiwan unification
Beijing claims Taiwan as its territory and vows not to renounce force to bring the self-ruled island under control
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Houthis vow to defend after US strikes in Yemen
The US military said that it carried out strikes against Houthi targets in Sanaa and coastal locations in Yemen
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Puerto Rico faces massive power outage, leaving over million customers in the dark on New Year’s Eve
Massive New Year’s Eve blackout disrupts Puerto Rico, affecting 80% of residents
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Puerto Rico faces widespread blackout as over 1.3m left without power
Luma Energy says nearly 90% of Puerto Rico’s 1.47 million customers were affected by the blackout
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Sydney harbour lights up as over one million celebrate New Year in Australia
The celebrations kicked off precisely at midnight, marking the start of the new year in New South Wales and Victoria
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Taliban orders closure of all NGOs employing Afghan women
UN calls Taliban’s new order an alarming violation of women's rights and aid access.
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Hamilton bank robber left stranded after bike stolen during failed heist
A bank robber in Hamilton was left stranded when his bike was stolen mid-robbery during a failed heist.
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South Korea plane crash: Role of embankment questioned
The role of a concrete wall near runway at Muan International Airport comes into question.
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Anurag Kashyap to move south, criticises Bollywood’s focus on profit and stardom
Anurag Kashyap says his decision to leave Mumbai stems from disillusionment with Hindi cinema.
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2024 in review: Recap of major international events
2024 sees escalating global crises, from Syria’s collapse to political upheavals in Korea.
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US repatriates Tunisian detainee Ridah al-Yazidi after 22 years at Guantanamo
Ridah al-Yazidi was detained at Guantanamo since it opened in January 2002, without ever being charged with a crime.
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Amitabh, Abhishek, Jaya Bachchan attend wedding – but where is Aishwarya Rai?
Aishwarya Rai’s missing presence fuels more questions about her relationship with Abhishek Bachchan.
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Trinidad and Tobago declares state of emergency amid surge in violence
This is the second state of emergency declared in Trinidad and Tobago in recent years.
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China-linked hackers breach US Treasury Department
China-backed hackers infiltrated US Treasury workstations, accessing unclassified data.
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New Year 2025: Where is it celebrated first and last?
Pakistan will celebrate the New Year on December 31 at 7pm GMT
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New Year’s Eve: Google doodle celebrates with sparkling animation
Google’s New Year’s Eve 2024 Doodle celebrates a festive countdown to 2025 with a clock.
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Climate change brought extreme weather, heat in 2024, says UN
Climate change fueled record heat and extreme weather in 2024, with temperatures topping 50°C
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Israel must face law for Gaza war: UN experts
UN experts say Israel must face consequences for inflicting maximum suffering on Gaza civilians.
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Appeals court throws out Trump plea
Upholds verdict in $5m E Jean Carroll defamation, sexual abuse case
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Jimmy Carter - a peacemaking president amid crises
Jimmy Carter, 100, dies; Nobel laureate, ex-president known for charity, diplomacy, and Camp David.
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71 killed in Ethiopia road accident
Ethiopia wedding party crash kills at least 71, truck veers into river with large stones.
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US announces $5.9b aid for Ukraine
US unveils $6B in aid for Ukraine before Trump’s return, amid concerns over future support.
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Iran arrests Italian journalist
Iran confirmed the arrest of Italian journalist Cecilia Sala for "violating the law"
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Trump ordered to pay $5m for sexual abuse, defamation
NY jury finds Trump sexually abused Carroll in a Manhattan store in 1996 after a nine-day civil trial last year
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Afghan men convicted of people smuggling in Belgium arrested in UK
Belgian prosecutors said the gang arranged migrant journeys from Afghanistan via Iran, Turkiye, and to Europe
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Tragic wedding caravan crash claims 71 lives in Ethiopia
A truck carrying the group veered off the road and plunged into a river near Bona Zuria, Gelan Bridge, in Ethiopia
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Pakistani pilot among two killed in UAE plane crash
A Pakistani woman pilot and her companion, Indian doctor Sulaymaan Al Majid, lost lives in the tragic incident
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Three dead as 13-foot waves batter Ecuador, Chile, and Peru
Extreme event triggers massive waves in Chile, Ecuador, and Peru, closing nearly 100 ports due to rough condition
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What is norovirus? Is it treatable?
Norovirus spreads fast, causing millions of cases annually; prevention hinges on hygiene and awareness.