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In Brazil, Santa arrives by jet ski

On Tuesday, Santa arrived at Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on a jet ski.

18/12/2024

Economy

US Federal Reserve set to announce quarter-point cut to its key rate

Federal Reserve officials on Wednesday will likely signal a slower pace of interest rate cuts next year compared with the past few months, which would mean that Americans might enjoy only slight relief from still-high borrowing costs for mortgages, auto loans and credit cards.

18/12/2024

Health news

Why scientists believe these two jobs have lower risk of Alzheimer's

The findings could indicate that dementia risks are lower for people in certain professions, but the researchers said nothing is definite.

18/12/2024

USA

CEO shooting: Luigi Mangione charged with murder as act of terrorism

Luigi Mangione has been indicted for the 4 December killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, facing multiple murder charges, including first-degree murder.

18/12/2024

Tech News

With Trump's return looming, will US-EU relations on tech change?

For the last four years, experts say the US and EU started talking to each other again when it comes to technology policy. But what’s in store under Donald Trump?

17/12/2024

Culture news

Tom Cruise gets top US Navy honour in London

The navy said Cruise had “increased public awareness and appreciation for our highly trained personnel and the sacrifices they make while in uniform.”

17/12/2024

Culture news

Why you shouldn't care about Madonna's AI Pope images

As Christians decry the singer's posts of her being cosied up with the Pope, we look at why this isn't particularly shocking in context of Madonna's career.

17/12/2024

USA

Trump slams Biden over Ukraine's use of US missiles to attack Russia

US President-elect Donald Trump branded President Joe Biden's move as 'stupid' and said he may reverse the policy once he takes office next month.

17/12/2024

USA

Judge rejects Trump’s bid to throw out hush money conviction

If US President-elect Donald Trump fails to have his conviction overturned before 20 January, he will become the first felon to serve in the White House.

17/12/2024

USA

Two charged over Iran-linked drone attack on US troops in Jordan

Both defendants are charged with US export control violations, but one also faces separate charges of conspiring to provide material support to Iran.

17/12/2024

Culture news

Brazil court orders Adele song to be removed from global streaming

Adele is the subject of a plagiarism case, alleged to have “lifted” works from a Brazilian composer’s 1995 work. A court in Brazil is demanding that the song in question is removed from streaming services.

17/12/2024

USA

Shooting at a Christian school in Madison kills teacher and a student

A shooting at a Christian school in Madison, Wisconsin has killed two people. Police say the shooter also died by a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

17/12/2024

USA

Three killed in school shooting in the US state of Wisconsin

A school shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, left three dead on Monday, including the shooter.

16/12/2024

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Santa Claus for the poor in Argentina

Against a backdrop of growing poverty, a soup kitchen "Los Chicos de la Via" on the outskirts of Buenos Aires in Argentina is organising a special pre-Christmas party with Santa Claus and presents.

16/12/2024

Scenes

Watch: The Mexican swimming team transform the pool into their stage.

In partnership with Media City

Paloma Velasquez, a former artistic swimmer and phycologist, founded The Special Mermaids, a synchronised swimming team composed of athletes with diverse disabilities.

16/12/2024

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Rare birth of one of the smallest deer in the world

The birth of a baby pudu named Lenga has given hope to environmentalists in Argentina. He was born on 6 November at the Temaikèn Biopark in Buenos Aires and weighed less than 600 grams at his first appearance.

16/12/2024

Culture news

Who is the new most popular French-language singer in Spotify history?

A song from 2010 is the most listened-to French-language track on Spotify. But who is the indie musician Patrick Watson behind the surprise hit?

16/12/2024

Brazil

Brazilian president discharged from hospital following fall

The Brazilian president is expected to stay in São Paulo until Thursday and then return to Brasilia. Lula spoke to say that he is "whole" and ready to lead the country.

15/12/2024

Moments

Searching for Christmas spirit on a Canadian Arctic cruise

Warmth can be found in the coldest of places, as an expedition through the Northwest Passage brings festive joy.

15/12/2024

Culture news

Smell like Donald Trump with his Fight Fight Fight perfumes

For nearly $200, you could have the privilege of smelling like the president-elect. Make Armpits Great Again.

14/12/2024

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Jude Law earns his star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

British actor Jude Law, celebrated for his roles in The Talented Mr. Ripley and the Sherlock Holmes series, was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday. The 51-year-old reflected on three decades of acting, crediting collaborators and family for his success.

13/12/2024

USA

Divided US voters hold on to their seats for a second Trump presidency

On a 27-hour train from Florida a month after Donald Trump was voted back into the White House, passengers discussed their hopes and fears for the future.

13/12/2024

Business

Amazon and Meta set to give whopping sum to Trump’s inauguration fund

Major tech companies are seeking to improve their relationship with the incoming president.

13/12/2024

USA

Xi ‘unlikely’ to attend Trump’s inauguration after surprise invitation

Observers expect that the Chinese president will not want the ‘status of a mere guest celebrating the triumph of a foreign leader'.

13/12/2024

Business

Elon Musk wants to turn SpaceX's Starbase site into a Texas city

SpaceX is launching a new mission: making its Starbase site a new Texas city.

13/12/2024

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Stitching smiles: Caracas volunteers restore toys for Christmas cheer

Venezuelan volunteers at the Plush Hospital repair and distribute toys, bringing Christmas joy to vulnerable children, a tradition that began with a teacher's kind gesture.

13/12/2024