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Frederique Mauduit

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Northern lights shine in the night sky over Germany

The northern lights illuminated Germany in pink and green hues, visible from Hamburg to Munich, due to a strong geomagnetic solar storm.

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Activists project satirical Trump image in Davos

In Davos, activists projected a satirical image of US President Donald Trump onto a ski slope.

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Giant ice blocks transform Elbe river in northern Germany

Giant blocks of ice give the Elbe river an almost Arctic appearance 50 kilometres upstream from Hamburg in northern Germany.

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Spain holds minute of silence for victims of train derailment

Residents of Adamuz and people across Spain paid tribute to the victims of a deadly train accident that killed 39 and injured over 120, showing nationwide solidarity.

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Wildfires in Chile kill at least 19, force 50,000 to evacuate

Wildfires in southern Chile are devastating communities, with 19 dead and over 50,000 evacuated.

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Hundreds protest in Davos against Trump and World Economic Forum

Hundreds of people protested in Davos against the World Economic Forum and US President Donald Trump's planned appearance, criticizing Swiss authorities.

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New Year swim continues at Carcavelos beach despite cold

Dozens braved cold winds and rain at Carcavelos beach near Lisbon for the first sea swim of 2026, marking a tradition of renewal and strength despite rough conditions.

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Europe welcomed 2026 with fireworks and large public gatherings

Major European cities like London, Paris, Berlin, and Madrid welcomed 2026 with spectacular fireworks and large public gatherings, continuing beloved traditions.

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Fire destroys historic Vondelchurch in Amsterdam

A fire, likely triggered by fireworks, engulfed the Vondelchurch in Amsterdam shortly after midnight on New Year’s Day, leading to its collapse.

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New Zealand welcomes 2026 with fireworks at Auckland’s Sky Tower

Auckland celebrated the new year with fireworks from the Sky Tower despite steady rain, marking 2026 ahead of the world.

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Snow covers Berlin as winter weather settles over the city

Berlin woke to a snowy morning, transforming the city into a winter postcard.

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Six injured in Russian drone strikes on Odesa

Six people, including three children, were injured in Russian strikes on Odesa, officials said.

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Crowds gather early at Sydney Harbour for New Year’s Eve fireworks

People crowded Sydney Harbour for New Year’s Eve, with some lining up from Tuesday to get the best views.

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Heavy snowfall closes schools in 14 Turkish provinces

Heavy snowfall in Turkey closed schools in 14 provinces, turning the break into playtime for children, with some sledging on plastic bags.

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Heavy rain in southern Spain causes floods, one dead in Andalusia

The Civil Guard has found the body of one missing man after a van was swept away by a river in Málaga. Search continues for a missing motorcyclist in Granada.

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Bandos and Parrandas: Venezuela celebrates freedom on Holy Innocents Day

Each December, Caucagua in Venezuela bursts with colour for the Bandos and Parrandas of the Holy Innocents, a tradition celebrating freedom and resistance through humour.

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Els Enfarinats: Revelers battle with flour and eggs in traditional Spanish festival

Each 28 December, Ibi in Alicante turns into a flour-covered battlefield for Els Enfarinats festival.

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Brigitte Bardot through the years: A life in the spotlight

Brigitte Bardot, iconic French film star turned animal activist, has died at 91.

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Mount Etna erupts as skiers enjoy spectacle on the slopes

Mount Etna’s northeastern crater lit up Sicily’s sky with Strombolian activity, visible from ski slopes. A 2.4-magnitude earthquake followed, highlighting Etna's vitality.

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Banksy's hotel in Bethlehem reopens after two years

A guest house filled with Banksy's artwork has reopened in Bethlehem after a two-year closure due to the Gaza war.

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