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Alexis Caraco

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Protests erupt in La Paz over Bolivia's fuel subsidy cuts

Bolivia sees protests in La Paz after fuel subsidy cuts doubled prices. Workers marched for days as clashes broke out and talks with the government stalled.

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Thousands celebrate Madrid's 2026 Three Kings Parade

Spain celebrates its most magical night for children on 5. January with Three Kings tradition and its festive processions, where 2,100 participants, including 250 royal servants, handed out 1,200 kilos of sweets.

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Powerful 6.2 earthquake hits Japan's Shimane Prefecture

A strong 6.2 quake hit Shimane Prefecture, Japan, shaking nearby areas but causing no injuries or damage. Authorities confirmed no tsunami risk or nuclear plant issues.

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Skiers form heart to honour victims of deadly Crans-Montana fire

Skiers gathered to form a heart on the slopes, honoring bar fire victims and responders. A national mourning day is set for January 9.

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AI takes center stage at Consumer Electronics Show 2026 in Las Vegas

The CES 2026 in Las Vegas highlights AI in daily gadgets like learning robots and smart kitchen tools, with 4,000 exhibitors and 130,000 visitors.

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81,796 toys collected at Hershey's teddy bear toss

Fans of the Hershey Bears threw 81,796 stuffed toys onto the ice for charity, halting play briefly. Hershey won 5-2, with the event donating to over 60 local charities.

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Venezuela deals with aftermath of US strikes on Catia La Mar

Venezuela is reeling from US strikes on Catia La Mar, with fires, power outages, and severe damage reported. At least one civilian death and several injuries confirmed.

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Venezuelan diaspora rallies in Madrid backing the opposition

Hundreds gathered in Madrid for a second day to support US operation against President Maduro and back Venezuela’s opposition leaders.

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Building collapses in Nairobi, people trapped

Kenya woke up to another construction disaster after a multi storey building collapsed in Nairobi's South C area, trapping an unknown number of people.

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Bunlgaria's banks and shops report smooth euro transition

Bulgaria’s first days using the euro pass calmly, with banks, shops and customers adapting smoothly as both the euro and lev remain in use.

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Russian forces target Zaporizhzhia with air strikes

Ukraine's sixth-largest city Zaporizhzhia was targeted overnight by two Russian aerial strikes, causing fires and damage but no casualties.

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Japan's imperial family marks new year with palace appearance

Thousands gathered at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo as Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako greeted them for the new year. Emperor's nephew Hisahito joined the event for the first time.

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Swiss authorities identify victims of deadly New Year's fire

Switzerland is grappling with the aftermath of a deadly fire at Crans-Montana's Le Constellation bar that killed 40 and injured 115 during a New Year’s celebration.

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Shipwreck survivors find solace on SOS Méditerranée vessel

A week after leaving Libya on a makeshift boat, shipwreck survivors found brief calm with a hot meal on a SOS Méditerranée vessel. Ocean Viking resumes operations amid rising threats.

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Nigeria: Christmas lights attract Lagos residents

Nigeria is on display in a softer light as residents of Lagos gathered to see the city’s Christmas decorations.

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Macron's home targeted by farmers protesting EU trade deal

France farmers protested outside President Macron’s home in Le Touquet, demanding the EU drop the Mercosur trade deal despite its signing being delayed.

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Macron loses focus amid ‘dancing microphones’ before EU summit

Belgium summit sees EU leaders momentarily distracted as shifting microphones disrupt a press Q&A, prompting jokes and smiles from presidents and prime ministers.

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Bulgarian protests continue against corruption and unfair judiciary

Bulgarian protesters continue to demand political change and an end to corruption despite the government's resignation. The eurozone transition adds pressure to the situation.

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35 wounded as Russian bombs hit Zaporizhzhia

Ukraine saw fresh Russian strikes on Zaporizhzhia on 18 December that wounded dozens, while Odesa endured its longest blackout of the war after attacks on power networks.

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€90 billion EU support for Ukraine agreed at summit

Belgium hosted an EU summit ending with a €90bn Ukraine support deal, while divisions over the Mercosur trade pact forced leaders to delay a decision.

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