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North Korea

Kim Jong-un celebrates construction project with enormous explosion

The ceremony, which coincided with the birthday of the leader's father, took place in Pyongyang’s Hwasong district on Sunday.

USA

Recovery efforts continue after deadly midair collision in Washington

67 killed in midair collision between American Airlines jet and Army Black Hawk over Potomac River. 41 bodies recovered; wreckage search ongoing. NTSB investigates helicopter deviation, air traffic control staffing. Both black boxes found; preliminary report due in 30 days.

Europe News

At least five dead as Ukrainian cities hit by heavy Russian shelling

At least five people died overnight as Russian drone and missile strikes pounded Ukraine’s towns and cities, local officials said on Saturday.

West Bank

IDF kills six in West Bank strike as Gazans return to destroyed homes

In the days after the fragile Gaza ceasefire, violence has surged in the West Bank, with an Israeli military strike on the Jenin refugee camp killing six. Meanwhile, Gaza residents return to destroyed homes in the territory.

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World News

Israelis relieved but uneasy after ceasefire takes hold

Tel Aviv residents expressed mixed emotions after a ceasefire was declared in the Israel-Hamas conflict. The release of hostages has brought hope, but some remain in captivity.

USA

Undocumented migrants in the US prepare for worst-case scenario

Immigrants in cities such as Chicago are bracing for potential mass deportations under Donald Trump's incoming administration.

Europe News

Russia jails three Navalny lawyers for 'extremism'

Three lawyers who represented late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny were sentenced to up to 5,5 years in prison. A verdict that reflects escalating Kremlin repression.

Europe News

More than 1,000 attend Jean-Marie Le Pen's memorial service in Paris

Held at Notre-Dame du Val-de-Grâce, the service brought together the far-right leader's family and National Rally officials — all protected by tight security.

Europe News

NATO Chief Mark Rutte calls for 'shift to a wartime mindset'

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized that NATO currently isn't ready to meet security challenges and called for increased defence spending.

Iran

Tehran adds 1,000 drones to arsenal amid tensions with US and Israel

The drones are said to have stealth and anti-fortification capabilities.

USA

Los Angeles wildfires claim 24 lives and leave thousands homeless

Firefighters are battling wildfires in Los Angeles that have destroyed thousands of homes and killed 24 people. Officials warn the death toll may rise.

Venezuela

Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo González is in Panama

Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo González is mobilizing regional backing, asserting he won July’s election over President Nicolás Maduro.

Europe News

Scholz dismisses Musk's attacks but criticises his AfD endorsement

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz dismissed Elon Musk's personal attacks as unimportant but expressed concern over Musk's endorsement of Germany's far-right AfD.

Health news

Flu epidemic sweeps Europe, straining healthcare systems

Flu cases are surging across Europe post-holiday season, hitting children under 15 and adults over 60 the hardest. Hospitals in France and Spain report rising admissions, with influenza B dominant.

Europe News

Drone strike exchange leaves one dead and one injured in Ukraine

The Russian Defence Ministry has reported the destruction of 16 Ukrainian drones in five regions. Flight restrictions were imposed at St Petersburg airport. Meanwhile, a resident of Kyiv Region died in hospital after being hit by a Russian drone strike.

South Korea

South Korean police raid Jeju Air offices as crash probe continues

Meanwhile, investigators are continuing to examine the Flight 2216 crash site in South Korea that killed 179 people on Sunday.

USA

Tesla Cybertruck explosion near Trump Hotel kills one, injures seven

A Tesla Cybertruck explosion near Donald Trump's Las Vegas hotel left one dead and seven injured as authorities investigate terrorism links and the identity of the truck's renter.

Europe News

Sarajevo ranks third most-polluted city worldwide with AQI of 225

Sarajevo faced severe smog on Thursday, with flights cancelled as the city's air quality index reached 225, the third highest in the world on the day.

World News

UN envoy urges 'credible, inclusive' transition in Syria

UN envoy Geir Pedersen has urged for a '"credible, inclusive" political transition in Syria. He also called for a new constitution and elections in accordance with a previous UN resolution.

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.

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