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Damascus sees protests after Christmas tree burning in central Syria
Angry protestors demanded to end the injustice against Christians particularly in Hama area
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Five journalists fired after student protesters storm Bangladesh TV station
Bangladesh ranks 165 out of 180 countries in press freedom, according to Reporters Without Borders
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Video emerges of Guatemalan immigrant’s drunken rant before setting woman on fire at NYC subway
A disturbing video shows Sebastian Zapeta-Calil ranting before allegedly setting a woman on fire at a NYC subway.
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Eiffel Tower fire forces evacuation on Christmas Eve
Fire erupts in Eiffel Tower’s elevator shaft on Christmas Eve, prompting evacuation of 1,200 visitors.
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President Biden to determine fate of Nippon Steel's $15b bid for US Steel
The deal faces opposition from unions and concerns over national security risks.
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India’s popcorn tax sparks memes and humour online
The Indian Finance Minister explains popcorn tax varies by type and preparation.
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Santa Cruz Wharf collapse raises safety concerns as storm batters California coast
Santa Cruz Wharf collapse highlights safety concerns amid powerful Pacific storm bringing waves.
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NYPD criticized after viral video of Amelia Carter subway burning incident sparks outrage
Viral video of woman burning on NYC subway and alleged NYPD inaction fuels public outrage and debate online.
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Walmart accused of illegally opening bank accounts for 1m drivers
Walmart denies CFPB’s claims, vows to defend itself in court against alleged illegal account practices.
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Tracking Santa's journey around the world in multiple languages
NORAD tracks Santa Claus this Christmas Eve with NORAD's multilingual Santa tracker. Using radar, and satellites
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Man charged with murder, arson after woman set on fire on New York subway
Sebastian Zapeta, 33, arrested for setting woman on fire in NYC subway; victim died at scene.
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Israel admits it assassinated Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh
Israel confirms Hamas chief Haniyeh's assassination; vows action against Houthis after Jaffa strike.
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Saudi diplomatic operations' restart hailed
Saudi Arabia resumes diplomatic operations in Kabul, welcomed by Afghanistan as a step to strengthen ties.
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BD wants Hasina returned for trial
Launches probe into alleged $5b embezzlement connected to a nuclear power plant by ousted leader
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Canada PM losing own party's support: MPs
Trudeau faces growing dissent as Liberal MPs and Freeland's resignation fuel calls for his departure.
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Inflation, elections and war dominated 2024
Inflation drives global anti-incumbent wave; Trump re-elected as U.S. president amid global upheaval.
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Nine killed in Iran accident
Nine killed, 13 injured in Iran bus-fuel truck crash, the second major road accident in days.
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Biden commutes federal death sentences
Biden commutes 37 federal death row sentences; Trump vows to resume executions if re-elected.
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Iraq says to eliminate pollutant gas flaring by end of 2027
Iraq aims to eliminate gas flaring by 2027, reducing methane emissions and pollution.
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Macron announces new govt to tackle France's political crisis
Macron names new government with Francois Bayrou as prime minister, his fourth appointment this year
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Two missing as Russian cargo ship sinks in Mediterranean
Two ships and a helicopter were deployed, rescuing 14 crew members who were taken to Spain's Cartagena port
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Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano erupts following surge in seismic activity
The eruption began at approximately 2:30 a.m. local time within the Halemaʻumaʻu crater in Hawaii Volcanoes Park
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Matt Gaetz's wife Ginger defends husband amid sex allegations
The 30-year-old frequently posts on social media, proudly referring to Matt as her 'wifey' and sharing loved-up photos
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Trudeau faces growing calls to resign as party prepares for likely election defeat
Opposition parties say Trudeau's days are numbered as a new US administration plans a 25% tariff on Canadian imports
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Texas Rep Kay Granger found living in senior care facility
A tip from source revealed that Granger has been living in memory care wing of senior living facility
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Pager plot: How Mossad sold explosive devices to Hezbollah?
Mossad explained that the operation began a decade ago, initially with the development of explosive walkie-talkies
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Florida officer Jared Stiltner under fire for wrongful boating arrest
Florida officer Jared Stiltner criticized after arresting a man for boating under the influence despite sobriety.
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Jordan's FM vows to back Syria's rebuilding process after meeting with new leader
The diplomatic push follows similar moves by Turkiye, whose FM held talks with al-Sharaa, offering support for Syria
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Outgoing President Biden commutes sentences of 37 federal death row inmates
The decision comes weeks before President-elect Donald Trump is set to assume office for his second term
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Police in India kill three Sikh separatists
The Khalistani 'fighters' were killed after a gun battle in Pilibhit district in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh
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Bangladesh calls on India to return Sheikh Hasina for legal proceedings
Bangladesh’s interim head, demands India send Hasina back for trial over alleged crimes against protesters
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Foothill Vineyard Church pastor Isaac Brandt accused of making harassment threats toward a minor
Worship pastor Isaac Brandt Samuelson faces allegations of making sexual harassment threats toward 14-year-old girl.
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At least nine dead in collision between bus, fuel truck in Iran
In August, 28 Pakistani Muslim pilgrims en route to Iraq were killed when their bus crashed in central Iran
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UAE announces public holiday for January 1 for all employees
UAE residents can expect as many as 13 public holidays in 2025, though some significant changes are have been made
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Man arrested after setting woman on fire in New York subway attack
Police Commissioner described the incident as one of the most depraved crimes against a person.
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Sri Lanka's inflation turns negative at -1.7% for November
Cooray, Acuity Stockbrokers, said inflation is likely to stay at these levels for early 2025.
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DuckChain: Promising blockchain platform raises $5 million
DuckChain to host the Yellow Duck Mission Hackathon from December 15, 2024, to January 15, 2025 with $1 million prize.
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Refugee child arrivals in Greece reach crisis levels
NGOs call for urgent child-protection measures in response to violence and harsh living conditions.
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All-female flight with passengers and crew lands in Mashhad, Iran
Female pilots remain a minority in Iran, despite a rise in recent years.
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Australia to extradite Daniel Duggan to US over 'training' of Chinese pilots
The family maintains that Duggan is innocent and denies the allegations against him.
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Trump wants to buy Greenland again
Trump reaffirms interest in buying Greenland for national security and resources control.
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Diljit Dosanjh breaks silence on AP Dhillon’s Instagram block allegation
Rapper Badshah calls for unity among artists amid Diljit and AP Dhillon's feud.
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Honey browser extension: Does it really save money?
Initially founded in 2012, Honey gained popularity for its promise to help consumers find the best deals.
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Bashar al-Assad's wife files for divorce in Russian court
Move comes just weeks after the Assad family fled Damascus as rebel forces took control of the Syrian capital
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Trump questions Panama Canal ownership, draws global attention
The Panama Canal, vital to global trade, becomes a focal point of Trump’s contentious foreign policy rhetoric
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Nigeria stampede death toll rises to 32
Nigerian police report 32 deaths from two stampedes at food distribution centres in Okija and Abuja.
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Putin vows 'destruction' on Ukraine after Kazan drone attack
Syria's Ahmed al-Sharaa vows all weapons under state control; Turkey urges lifting sanctions on Syria.
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Syria leader says state to control all weapons
Syria's Ahmed al-Sharaa vows all weapons under state control; Turkey urges lifting sanctions on Syria.
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China 'firmly opposes' US military aid to Taiwan
China opposes Biden's $571.3M Taiwan defense aid, urging the US to stop arming the self-ruled island.