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Brazil's President Lula has been discharged from the hospital following emergency surgery, according to doctors
December 15, 2024 at 3:19 PM
Brazil's President Lula has been discharged from the hospital following emergency surgery, according to doctors
South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol announces he will 'step aside' after being impeached by parliament, calling for an end to 'politics of excess and confrontation.
December 14, 2024 at 9:40 AM
South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol announces he will 'step aside' after being impeached by parliament, calling for an end to 'politics of excess and confrontation.
A Texas father, Pedro Luis Parra Pulgar, is charged with three counts of attempted murder for allegedly setting his home on fire with his three children inside. Two children escaped with minor injuries, while a three-year-old was rescued and hospitalized for severe smoke inhalation.
December 14, 2024 at 7:49 AM
A Texas father, Pedro Luis Parra Pulgar, is charged with three counts of attempted murder for allegedly setting his home on fire with his three children inside. Two children escaped with minor injuries, while a three-year-old was rescued and hospitalized for severe smoke inhalation.
Israeli PM Netanyahu states that Israel will remain in the Syria buffer zone until security can be guaranteed, following the collapse of the Assad regime. The IDF has taken control of strategic sites to prevent jihadi threats and is preparing to stay through the winter.
December 13, 2024 at 7:34 AM
Israeli PM Netanyahu states that Israel will remain in the Syria buffer zone until security can be guaranteed, following the collapse of the Assad regime. The IDF has taken control of strategic sites to prevent jihadi threats and is preparing to stay through the winter.
Russia launched a large-scale aerial attack on Ukraine's energy grid, targeting multiple regions with missiles and drones. The energy sector is under massive attack, with air defenses active in Kyiv and explosions reported in several oblasts. The strike is ongoing.
December 13, 2024 at 7:33 AM
Russia launched a large-scale aerial attack on Ukraine's energy grid, targeting multiple regions with missiles and drones. The energy sector is under massive attack, with air defenses active in Kyiv and explosions reported in several oblasts. The strike is ongoing.
Taiwan detected 53 Chinese military aircraft and 19 naval vessels around the island in the past 24 hours, the highest daily count since October. Taiwan demands China halt these activities, which it says disrupt regional peace and stability.
December 12, 2024 at 7:34 AM
Taiwan detected 53 Chinese military aircraft and 19 naval vessels around the island in the past 24 hours, the highest daily count since October. Taiwan demands China halt these activities, which it says disrupt regional peace and stability.
FIFA has awarded the 2034 Men's World Cup to Saudi Arabia. The 2030 edition is also confirmed and will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, with additional matches in Paraguay, Argentina, and Uruguay.
December 11, 2024 at 4:02 PM
FIFA has awarded the 2034 Men's World Cup to Saudi Arabia. The 2030 edition is also confirmed and will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, with additional matches in Paraguay, Argentina, and Uruguay.
A rapid wildfire in Malibu has prompted mass evacuations and a shelter-in-place order at Pepperdine University. The Franklin fire, driven by strong Santa Ana winds, has grown to over 2,200 acres with no containment, affecting 6,000 residents and 2,000 structures.
December 10, 2024 at 3:43 PM
A rapid wildfire in Malibu has prompted mass evacuations and a shelter-in-place order at Pepperdine University. The Franklin fire, driven by strong Santa Ana winds, has grown to over 2,200 acres with no containment, affecting 6,000 residents and 2,000 structures.
🔴 — Polish PM Donald Tusk announces that peace talks to end Russia's war in Ukraine could begin this winter.
December 10, 2024 at 3:41 PM
🔴 — Polish PM Donald Tusk announces that peace talks to end Russia's war in Ukraine could begin this winter.
The UN special envoy for Syria, has called on Israel to halt its military movements and bombardments in Syria, following over 300 reported air strikes since President Bashar al-Assad's fall. Israel claims it targeted chemical weapons and missiles to prevent them from falling into extremist hands.
December 10, 2024 at 11:51 AM
The UN special envoy for Syria, has called on Israel to halt its military movements and bombardments in Syria, following over 300 reported air strikes since President Bashar al-Assad's fall. Israel claims it targeted chemical weapons and missiles to prevent them from falling into extremist hands.
Polygamous leader Samuel Bateman, who claimed over 20 'wives,' including 10 underage girls, faces sentencing for coercing girls as young as 9 into criminal sex acts. He pleaded guilty to transporting girls across state and kidnapping, with a potential sentence of 20 to 50 years or life imprisonment.
December 9, 2024 at 4:01 PM
Polygamous leader Samuel Bateman, who claimed over 20 'wives,' including 10 underage girls, faces sentencing for coercing girls as young as 9 into criminal sex acts. He pleaded guilty to transporting girls across state and kidnapping, with a potential sentence of 20 to 50 years or life imprisonment.
Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar revealed on Monday that Israel conducted strikes on 'chemical weapons' targets in Syria, following the rebel overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad over the weekend.
December 9, 2024 at 1:26 PM
Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar revealed on Monday that Israel conducted strikes on 'chemical weapons' targets in Syria, following the rebel overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad over the weekend.
184 people were killed in Haiti's capital over the weekend, raising the year's death toll to 5,000. A gang leader allegedly ordered the massacre of elderly residents in Cite Soleil, acting on a voodoo priest's advice. The violence continues amid political chaos and lawlessness.
December 9, 2024 at 11:36 AM
184 people were killed in Haiti's capital over the weekend, raising the year's death toll to 5,000. A gang leader allegedly ordered the massacre of elderly residents in Cite Soleil, acting on a voodoo priest's advice. The violence continues amid political chaos and lawlessness.
🌋 - The Kanlaon volcano in the central Philippines erupted on Monday, sending a 3,000-meter ash column into the sky. Evacuations are underway within a 6-kilometer radius. The volcano has erupted over 40 times since 1866, with recent activity prompting previous evacuations.
December 9, 2024 at 11:21 AM
🌋 - The Kanlaon volcano in the central Philippines erupted on Monday, sending a 3,000-meter ash column into the sky. Evacuations are underway within a 6-kilometer radius. The volcano has erupted over 40 times since 1866, with recent activity prompting previous evacuations.
Former Israeli Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon accuses Israel of war crimes and ethnic cleansing in Gaza, claiming hardliners aim to expel Palestinians from northern Gaza and re-establish Jewish settlements. His comments sparked sharp criticism from the government.
December 3, 2024 at 5:20 PM
Former Israeli Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon accuses Israel of war crimes and ethnic cleansing in Gaza, claiming hardliners aim to expel Palestinians from northern Gaza and re-establish Jewish settlements. His comments sparked sharp criticism from the government.
🔴BREAKING - South Korea’s parliament voted to block President Yoon Suk Yeol’s martial law declaration, deeming it invalid amid opposition outrage. With 190 of 300 members present, the decision followed clashes outside the parliament, intensifying the nation’s political crisis.
December 3, 2024 at 4:15 PM
🔴BREAKING - South Korea’s parliament voted to block President Yoon Suk Yeol’s martial law declaration, deeming it invalid amid opposition outrage. With 190 of 300 members present, the decision followed clashes outside the parliament, intensifying the nation’s political crisis.
First pictures of the parliament building in Seoul, which is blocked by security forces. #SouthKorea #News
December 3, 2024 at 4:02 PM
First pictures of the parliament building in Seoul, which is blocked by security forces. #SouthKorea #News
Video of South Korean military forces shortly after martial law was declared, taking up positions at the parliament building in Seoul. #SouthKorea #News
December 3, 2024 at 4:01 PM
Video of South Korean military forces shortly after martial law was declared, taking up positions at the parliament building in Seoul. #SouthKorea #News
High tension in front of parliament in Seoul following the imposition of martial law. #SouthKorea #News
December 3, 2024 at 3:58 PM
High tension in front of parliament in Seoul following the imposition of martial law. #SouthKorea #News
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in a late-night address, accusing opposition parties of paralyzing parliament and supporting pro-North forces. Military control now extends to media and politics. The Korean won fell sharply as the U.S. monitored closely.
December 3, 2024 at 3:53 PM
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in a late-night address, accusing opposition parties of paralyzing parliament and supporting pro-North forces. Military control now extends to media and politics. The Korean won fell sharply as the U.S. monitored closely.
Rebels, led by Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham, now control most of Aleppo, Syria. Russian air strikes hit the city for the first time since 2016. Aleppo airport and roads are closed. Russia is sending military aid to Syria. The UN reports at least 27 civilians killed in recent fighting
November 30, 2024 at 10:34 AM
Rebels, led by Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham, now control most of Aleppo, Syria. Russian air strikes hit the city for the first time since 2016. Aleppo airport and roads are closed. Russia is sending military aid to Syria. The UN reports at least 27 civilians killed in recent fighting
China discovers the world's largest gold deposit in Hunan province, estimated to hold 1,000 tonnes of gold worth over $80 billion. Geologists found over 40 veins, with initial drilling confirming 300 tonnes and further modeling suggesting an additional 700 tonnes. #News
November 29, 2024 at 11:01 AM
China discovers the world's largest gold deposit in Hunan province, estimated to hold 1,000 tonnes of gold worth over $80 billion. Geologists found over 40 veins, with initial drilling confirming 300 tonnes and further modeling suggesting an additional 700 tonnes. #News
After five years of reconstruction, Notre Dame Cathedral unveils its new interior today, after the 2019 fire.
French President Emmanuel Macron will tour the restored site live on TV, highlighting the craftsmanship and dedication of those involved. The cathedral reopens for worship on Dec 8. #News
French President Emmanuel Macron will tour the restored site live on TV, highlighting the craftsmanship and dedication of those involved. The cathedral reopens for worship on Dec 8. #News
November 29, 2024 at 9:31 AM
After five years of reconstruction, Notre Dame Cathedral unveils its new interior today, after the 2019 fire.
French President Emmanuel Macron will tour the restored site live on TV, highlighting the craftsmanship and dedication of those involved. The cathedral reopens for worship on Dec 8. #News
French President Emmanuel Macron will tour the restored site live on TV, highlighting the craftsmanship and dedication of those involved. The cathedral reopens for worship on Dec 8. #News
Australia approves a social media ban for kids under 16, with fines up to A$50m for non-compliant tech companies. Gaming and messaging platforms are exempt. Age-verification technology will be tested, with mixed support and concerns about effectiveness and VPN bypasses.
November 28, 2024 at 1:14 PM
Australia approves a social media ban for kids under 16, with fines up to A$50m for non-compliant tech companies. Gaming and messaging platforms are exempt. Age-verification technology will be tested, with mixed support and concerns about effectiveness and VPN bypasses.
Forest fire air pollution causes over 1.5 million deaths yearly, mostly in developing countries like sub-Saharan Africa, China, and India. The study calls for urgent action and support for poorer nations, highlighting climate injustice. This follows Ecuador's forest fire emergency and global events.
November 28, 2024 at 6:42 AM
Forest fire air pollution causes over 1.5 million deaths yearly, mostly in developing countries like sub-Saharan Africa, China, and India. The study calls for urgent action and support for poorer nations, highlighting climate injustice. This follows Ecuador's forest fire emergency and global events.