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Election présidentielle américaine : l’AFP à la Une ! - http://www.afp.com/fr/lagence/notre-actualite/lactualite-de-lafp/election-presidentielle-americaine-lafp-la-une (Agence France-Presse (AFP) – World News)
US presidential election: AFP on the front page!

09 Nov 2012 - 17:10

ericgrivilers 2012-11-09T16:10:30+01:00

US presidential election: AFP on the front page!

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Jean Marin - http://www.afp.com/fr/jean-marin (Agence France-Presse (AFP) – World News)
Jean Marin

Jean Marin is appointed CEO. After the vote of the Agence France-Presse Statute in January 1957, he is re-elected every three years and
remained president and CEO until 1975.

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L’AFP projette de réduire ses effectifs pour "revenir à l’équilibre" - http://www.afp.com/fr/lagence/notre-actualite/lactualite-de-lafp/lafp-projette-de-reduire-ses-effectifs-pour-revenir (Agence France-Presse (AFP) – World News)
AFP plans job cuts to strengthen finances: CEO

05 Oct 2018 - 17:39

Anonyme 2018-10-05T15:39:53+02:00

AFP plans job cuts to strengthen finances: CEO

The cuts would affect some five percent of overall staff positions in the Paris-based world news agency. Chief executive Fabrice Fries announced the plan at a meeting of the agency's governing board. He said the measures would not include compulsory layoffs. Instead, 160 retiring staff will not be replaced, while the number of new employees over the period will be limited to 35. The cuts will be spread over the editorial, technical and administrative departments.

The measures are part of what Fries called a "transformation plan" which aims to balance the agency's books by 2021. AFP management says that if it does not rein in costs, the agency's operating deficit will swell to 90 million euros ($104 million) over the next five years. It aims to cut costs by 16.5 million euros in 2023, mostly by reducing staff numbers.

Fries took over as chief executive in April after his predecessor resigned. He has vowed to boost sales by 30 million euros over five years, chiefly by investing in video and photo production.

AFP employs nearly 2,300 people in 151 countries.

Rating agencies | AFP - http://www.afp.com/en/rating-agencies-afp (Agence France-Presse (AFP) – World News)
Rating agencies | AFPAnonyme 2025-09-12T11:30:01+02:00

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Fitch Ratings is expected to update France's sovereign debt rating. How rating agencies work, explained in a videographic.

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WAN-Ifra 2016 : tour du monde de l’actualité en images - http://www.afp.com/fr/lagence/notre-actualite/lactualite-de-lafp/wan-ifra-2016-tour-du-monde-de-lactualite-en-images (Agence France-Presse (AFP) – World News)
WAN-Ifra 2016: Around the world in news images

13 Jun 2016 - 13:24

Anonyme 2016-06-13T11:24:47+02:00

WAN-Ifra 2016: Around the world in news images

Video of WAN 2016

Another devastating Israeli strike on Lebanon captured on video - https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2025/12/4/another-devastating-israeli-strike-on-lebanon-captured-on-video?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Video captured an Israeli strike destroying a building in southern Lebanon, this time in al-Majadel.

Can Africa choose economic partners on its own terms? - https://www.aljazeera.com/video/counting-the-cost/2025/12/4/can-africa-choose-economic-partners-on-its-own-terms?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Africa's minerals and young workforce are attracting global interest as China, the US and Europe compete for influence.

FIFA World Cup draw to be announced as trophy arrives in Washington - https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2025/12/4/fifa-world-cup-draw-to-be-announced-as-trophy-arrives-in-washington?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
The FIFA World Cup 2026 draw takes place Friday in Washington, DC, where the trophy has been on display.

Four countries to boycott Eurovision 2026 over Israel’s inclusion - https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/12/4/spain-ireland-boycott-eurovision-song-contest-over-israels-inclusion?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Ireland, Spain, Netherlands, and Slovenia refuse to participate in next year's event after calling for Israel to be bann

From Mogadishu to Minneapolis, Somalis reject Trump’s bigoted remarks - https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/12/4/from-mogadishu-to-minneapolis-somalis-reject-trumps-bigoted-remarks?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Advocates warn that Trump's anti-Somali rhetoric has fuelled fear in US communities and anger abroad.

Gaza war amputees mark International Disabilities Day - https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2025/12/4/gaza-war-amputees-mark-international-disabilities-day?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Palestinians with a range of disabilities came together to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

Israel hits multiple towns in southern Lebanon as attacks intensify - https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/12/4/israel-hits-multiple-towns-in-southern-lebanon-as-strikes-intensify?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Strike on Jbaa follows warnings for more attacks as Israel continues daily attacks despite year-old ceasefire.

Last foreign carriers halt flights to Venezuela after Trump’s airspace ban - https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/12/4/last-foreign-carriers-halt-flights-to-venezuela-after-trumps-airspace-ban?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Copa, Wingo, Satena and Boliviana halt Venezuela flights, citing navigation signal issues and safety concerns.

Netanyahu will win again, because in Israel, ‘there is none like him’ - https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2025/12/4/netanyahu-will-win-again-because-in-israel-there-is-none-like-him?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
His supporters defend him, his opponents cannot look past him and the centre keeps trying to bargain with him.

New York Times sues Pentagon over rules limiting access for media - https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/12/4/new-york-times-sues-pentagon-over-rules-limiting-access-for-media?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Lawsuit challenges rules that give wide discretion to Pentagon chief Hegseth to oust journalists over coverage.

Putin challenges US pressure on India over Russian oil during state visit - https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/12/4/putin-challenges-us-pressure-on-india-over-russian-oil-during-state-visit?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Putin questions US pressure on India's Russian oil purchases as Modi gives the Russian president a warm welcome.

Qalqilya targeted as Israel escalates raids in northern West Bank - https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/12/4/qalqilya-targeted-as-israel-escalates-raids-in-northern-west-bank?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Raids lead to arrest of Palestinians, as Israeli violence surges across northern occupied West Bank.

Qatar keep alive FIFA Arab Cup hopes with Syria draw as Palestine top group - https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/12/4/qatar-keep-alive-fifa-arab-cup-hopes-with-syria-draw-as-palestine-top-group?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Tense FIFA Arab Cup group finale awaits as Asian Cup holders Qatar held by Syria while Palestine also draw with Tunisia.

Russia’s Putin found ‘morally responsible’ for nerve agent death in UK - https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/12/4/russias-putin-found-morally-responsible-for-nerve-agent-death-in-uk?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Dawn Sturgess, 44, was unwittingly caught up in an assassination attempt against the former Russian spy Sergei Skripal.

Rwanda, DRC presidents sign ‘Washington Accord’ peace deal - https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2025/12/4/rwanda-drc-presidents-sign-washington-accord-peace-deal?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
The presidents of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo have signed the “Washington Accord” peace deal.

Stalled Moscow talks collide with Zelenskyy’s corruption crisis - https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2025/12/4/stalled-moscow-talks-collide-with-zelenskyys-corruption-crisis?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Stalled Moscow talks with the US and Vladimir Putin offered little relief to Ukrainians reeling from years of war.

Trump hails ‘great day for the world’ as DRC, Rwanda finalise peace deal - https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/12/4/trump-hails-great-day-for-the-world-as-drc-rwanda-finalise-peace-deal?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
US president hosts leaders of DRC and Rwanda and says Washington will buy rare-earth minerals from the two countries.

Trump updates: DRC, Rwanda leaders in Washington sign peace deal - https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2025/12/4/trump-news-live-congo-rwanda-leaders-visit-white-house-in-push-for-peace?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
These are the updates for Thursday, December 4, 2025, as US President Donald Trump hosts a peace-deal signing ceremony.

UN warns Sudan’s Kordofan faces mass atrocities as fighting spreads - https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/12/4/un-warns-sudans-kordofan-faces-mass-atrocities-as-fighting-spreads?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Rights chief fears another wave of violence similar to el-Fasher as death toll mounts across strategic region.

US senators unveil bill to keep Trump from allowing AI chip sales to China - https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/12/4/us-senators-unveil-bill-to-keep-trump-from-allowing-ai-chip-sales-to-china?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
The bill comes as the Trump gov't mulls greenlighting sales of Nvidia's H200 artificial intelligence chips to China.

What is at stake in French presidential visit to China? - https://www.aljazeera.com/video/inside-story/2025/12/4/what-is-at-stake-in-french-presidential-visit-to-china?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Talks to include trade imbalances and China's support for Russia.

Who was Yasser Abu Shabab, Israel-backed militia leader killed in Gaza? - https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2025/12/4/who-was-yasser-abu-shabab-israel-backed-militia-leader-killed-in-gaza?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Abu Shabab became prominent last year leading an armed group operating in Israeli-controlled areas of Gaza.

'All Israeli people are with us', parents of last dead hostage in Gaza tell BBC - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gk7gz3d1eo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
The body of Ran Gvili, a 24-year-old Israeli police officer, is the last not yet returned by Hamas from Gaza.

'Hung by my wrists and beaten': Israeli-Russian woman says Iraqi militants tortured her in captivity - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj69588eewyo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Elizabeth Tsurkov, who was freed in September, tells the BBC that her two years in captivity left her physically and mentally scarred.

'I saw them driving over injured people' - the terrifying escape from war in Sudan - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpvdn8pmmd1o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
The BBC visits a camp where people are taking refuge after the fall of el-Fasher city.

'Like first aid for manuscripts': Recovery work begins at Gaza's war-damaged heritage sites - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c157n1g977go?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Palestinians are clearing rubble from archaeological sites, but restoration is hampered by Israeli restrictions on building materials.

'My heart breaks every time I'm called a hero' - Hong Kong fire survivor - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm2054rdv52o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
A survivor tells the BBC he feels guilty he didn't save more people from the blaze at his block of flats.

'Not becoming of a president': Somali-Americans respond to Trump's 'garbage' remarks - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8dy1613j2ro?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Somali-Americans tell of their heightened fear after the US president intensified his criticism of the community.

'Taking away my purpose' - Influencers on Australia's social media ban - https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c623nv7ry22o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Australia is banning social media for everyone under 16 from December 10. The BBC spoke to two teenage content creators about how this might change their lives.

Admiral testified Hegseth did not give 'kill them all' order, US lawmakers say - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyxjd6pxzro?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Admiral Frank Bradley, who gave the order for a second strike on a drug boat, was on Capitol Hill briefing lawmakers about the September incident.

Alert sent for Nevada earthquake that did not happen - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cnv21vnyy9lo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
An erroneous alert warning of a major Nevada earthquake reached as far as California before being withdrawn.

As lead changes in knife-edge Honduran election, will Trump fail to get his way? - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9895x3039ro?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Former vice-president Salvador Nasralla has a small lead over his rival, the conservative former mayor of Tegucigalpa, Nasry Asfura.

Australia is banning social media for kids under 16. How will it work? - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyp9d3ddqyo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
The world-first law aims to reduce the risks children face online, but critics fear it may not work.

Court sides with Adidas in appeal over Kanye West collaboration - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqjg7w8z7dvo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Investors had accused Adidas of misleading them as its relationship with the rapper showed cracks.

Crisis looms in Israel over ultra-Orthodox conscription bill - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cly580gkd9ro?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Lawmakers are considering a draft bill to end the exemption granted to ultra-Orthodox men enrolled in full-time religious study.

Cyclone catastrophe in Sri Lanka awakens volunteer spirit - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c058n10727po?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Fishing boats deliver relief supplies to flooded suburbs as community kitchens churn out food aid.

Devastating toxic spill seen as test of whether African countries will stand up to China - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj6nly288j4o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Chinese companies provide jobs and much needed revenue in Zambia, where the disaster took place.

Drunk raccoon found passed out on liquor store floor after breaking in - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy8jnxxm70jo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
The intoxicated animal suffered no injuries and was released back into the wild by animal protection once sober.

Five killed in Israeli air strikes on tents near Khan Younis, medics say - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cnv21m0zpjmo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Rescue workers say they recovered bodies from a camp for displaced people. The IDF says it "struck a Hamas terrorist".

Former EU top diplomat Mogherini accused in fraud investigation - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2lvzrve5lqo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
The inquiry centres on allegations of favouritism in EU funding for a training programme at a school headed by Federica Mogherini.

Hong Kong orders removal of scaffolding mesh after deadly blaze - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62lv79p0pdo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Investigations continue into a fire last week at the Wang Fuk Court housing complex, which killed at least 159 people.

How Pope Leo transformed from 'quiet man' to vocal peace messenger on first foreign trip - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgrwedyr0eo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
We are learning a little more about how Pope Leo intends to carry out his duties, writes Religion Editor Aleem Maqbool.

Ireland among countries boycotting Eurovision after Israel allowed to compete - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cde6d8wyp79o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
There had been calls for Israel's exclusion over the war in Gaza, as well as unfair voting accusations.

Israel says Palestinian groups returned body of Thai hostage held in Gaza - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd6x2j4g3z7o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
The remains of agricultural worker Suthisak Rintalak were recovered by Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad in northern Gaza.

Israel says Rafah crossing to open soon to let Palestinians leave Gaza via Egypt - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpwk7xen544o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Egypt denies it is co-ordinating with Israel to reopen the crossing, insisting that passage should be in both directions.

Kenyan MPs accuse British soldiers of decades of sexual abuse - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgq5dvygllo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
A two-year investigation details disturbing accounts of rape, sexual violence, murders and environmental destruction.

Previously unseen images of Epstein's island released - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g5rrlve33o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
The new images come as a deadline for the broader release of documents held by the US government looms.

Prominent anti-Hamas militia leader Yasser Abu Shabab killed in Gaza - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz0nd088e09o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
His Popular Forces group says Abu Shabab was shot while attempting to resolve a family dispute and not killed by Hamas.

Putin says Russia will take Donbas by force or Ukraine's troops will withdraw - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgexgwr1wrro?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
The Russian leader's comments come as US and Ukrainian negotiators are due to hold a new round of talks.

Singapore court upholds guilty verdict for opposition leader Pritam Singh - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y9843engko?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Singh had appealed against a guilty verdict of lying to a parliamentary committee in 2021.

South Korea developing app that shows real-time location of stalkers - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp84y7jx2pzo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Critics have voiced concern over the pervasiveness of stalking and violence against women in South Korea.

Steve Rosenberg: Putin showing no signs of compromise - https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c9971x8e8jmo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
The BBC's Russia Editor shares his analysis after five hours of peace talks between the Russians and the US.

Suspect arrested in pipe bomb incident on eve of 2021 Capitol riot - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62d8v6jpwzo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
The bombs were placed the night before the 6 January riots, and were discovered as rioters began to storm the Capitol.

Tanzanian activist blocked from Instagram after mobilising election protests - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyv7ggqpjpo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Meta confirms it removed Mange Kimambi's social media accounts for violating their policy.

Three French teens drown after car crashes upside down in swimming pool - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1m8g5x1xmko?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
The accident was the result of an "unbelievable series of circumstances," the local prosecutor said.

Trump hosts signing of peace deal between leaders of DR Congo and Rwanda - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjrjn88jqn4o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
The US president hopes that a peace deal will pave the way for greater American investment in the resource-rich region.

Trump says he is pardoning Democratic congressman in bribery case - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62v9z7z1z2o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Trump says he will issue a "full and unconditional" pardon of the Texas representative and his wife.

Ukrainians in war-ravaged Donbas weigh prospects of peace deal - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpq47derx2vo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
While many Ukrainians believe they have sacrificed too much for their country to lose territory to Russia, others are desperate for the war to end.

Watch: Driver hoisted to safety from truck dangling over West Virginia bridge - https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cwyg75gqxl1o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
A man was hoisted to safety and uninjured after his truck partly skated off an icy bridge road in the US

Watch: Melania Trump reveals Christmas decorations, Lego portrait of president - https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cwyg7vvrp3ro?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
This year's theme is "Home Is Where the Heart Is" and features Lego portraits of Donald Trump and George Washington, and 3D-printed ornaments.

Watch: Newly released video shows Jeffrey Epstein's private island home - https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/ce3wv50dvkwo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Democrats released a new tranche of materials obtained through a subpoena to the US Virgin Islands, where the residence is located.

Watch: What Tennessee's special election means for the Republican party - https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c8dy1egqzv1o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Republican Matt Van Epps won, but his margin of victory was less than half of what it was just over a year ago for President Trump in the same district.

What latest Ukraine talks reveal about Putin's state of mind - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpq4e21nr5vo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Russia's president looks determined to continue his war in Ukraine - even as the country's economic problems grow.

What was Honduras ex-president convicted of and why has Trump pardoned him? - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9qewln7912o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Juan Orlando Hernández, once called the key figure in a drug trafficking scheme that flooded America with cocaine, walked free after the pardon.

Will Australia's social media ban actually work? - https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cwyvgq7224go?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
Australia is banning social media for everyone under the age 16 - here's everything you need to know in 60 seconds.

12/4: The Takeout with Major Garrett - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/124-the-takeout-with-major-garrett/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
Lawmakers see video of second strike on alleged drug boat; Congressional members share their Spotify wrapped playlists.

Baby seal waddles into bar and heads to bathroom: "What do we do?" - https://www.cbsnews.com/news/baby-seal-bar-new-zealand-bar-heads-to-bathroom/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
Officials confirmed they received numerous reports from the public about a seal spotted in Richmond on Sunday before the fugitive turned up at the pub.

Confusion, chaos at CDC panel meeting on hepatitis B vaccine guidelines - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/confusion-chaos-cdc-panel-meeting-hepatitis-b-vaccine-guidelines/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
A CDC vaccine panel will vote Friday on whether to stop recommending the hepatitis B vaccine for newborns. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder joins "The Takeout" to discuss.

Could pets be next for weight loss drugs? Here's what to know about a study. - https://www.cbsnews.com/news/pets-glp1-weight-loss-drugs-clinical-study-cats/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
A clinical study into weight loss drugs for pets just launched, with results from the trial expected by next summer.

Differing reactions from lawmakers on classified boat strike video - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/different-reaction-lawmakers-classified-boat-strike-video/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
Members of Congress got a closed-door briefing on Tuesday about September's second U.S. strike on an alleged drug boat that killed survivors of the initial attack. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.

Early details as Supreme Court allows Texas GOP to use new congressional map for now - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/breaking-down-supreme-courts-decision-allow-texas-gops-redrawn-maps-for-now/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
The Supreme Court has sided with Texas Republicans on the state's redrawn congressional map for now. Thursday's decision sets up the newly drawn map to be in place for the 2026 midterm elections. CBS News' Jessica Levinson breaks it down.

Employers have cut 1.1 million jobs this year. Here's why. - https://www.cbsnews.com/news/employers-cut-1-1-million-jobs-2025-why-layoffs-rising/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
Job cuts so far this year are at their highest levels since 2020, new report says.

FBI arrests suspect in 2021 D.C. pipe bomb case, identified as Virginia man - https://www.cbsnews.com/news/pipe-bomb-suspect-arrest/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
Authorities say the FBI has arrested a man suspected of placing pipe bombs outside RNC and DNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.

Grand jury refuses to re-indict Letitia James - https://www.cbsnews.com/news/letitia-james-grand-jury-doj-declines-to-indict/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
Federal prosecutors on Thursday presented an indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James to a grand jury in Norfolk, Virginia.

Grand jury rejects DOJ's attempt to re-indict New York Attorney General Letitia James - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/grand-jury-rejects-dojs-attempt-re-indict-ny-attorney-general-letitia-james/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
A grand jury has rejected the Department of Justice's attempt to re-indict New York Attorney General Letitia James. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has reaction.

Latest information on suspect in D.C. Jan. 6 pipe bomb case - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/what-we-know-suspect-dc-jan-6-pipe-bomb-case/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
A suspect is in custody nearly five years after two pipe bombs were planted in Washington, D.C., the night before the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. Attorney General Pam Bondi said 30-year-old Brian Cole Jr. was arrested in Virginia on Thursday morning. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.

Lawmakers see video of boat strike, say admiral testified there was no kill order - https://www.cbsnews.com/news/pentagon-briefing-congress-venezuela-alleged-drug-boats/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
"What I saw in that room was one of the most troubling things I've seen in my time in public service," Democratic Rep. Jim Himes said.

Luigi Mangione's lawyers cross-examine officer who was in training during arrest - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/luigi-mangione-lawyers-cross-examine-young-officer-helped-arrest-him/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
Luigi Mangione's pretrial hearing continued Thursday in New York. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.

New details on Mangione pretrial hearing, 1 year after UnitedHealthcare CEO's killing - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/new-details-luigi-mangiones-pretrial-1-year-unitedhealthcare-ceos-murder/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
Luigi Mangione's pretrial hearing continued on Thursday, one year after UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was killed. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.

Rep. Chrissy Houlahan calls for public release of video showing second strike on boat survivors - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/chrissy-houlahan-calls-public-release-video-second-strike-boat-survivors/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
Lawmakers in a classified briefing on Thursday saw video of a second U.S. strike on an alleged drug boat from September 2. Democratic Rep. Chrissy Houlahan of Pennsylvania, joins "The Takeout" with her perspective.

Supreme Court allows Texas GOP to use new redistricted map for now - https://www.cbsnews.com/news/supreme-court-texas-map-republicans/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
Texas approved a new congressional map this summer after Trump urged state GOP lawmakers to craft new House district lines to help Republicans hold onto their majority in the 2026 midterms.

Supreme Court sides with Texas Republicans on congressional map - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/supreme-court-sides-republicans-redistricting-efforts-texas/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
The Supreme Court sided with Texas Republicans over a new congressional map on Thursday, paving the way for the map to be used in the 2026 midterms.

These U.S. cities have seen the biggest rent increases since 2020 - https://www.cbsnews.com/news/rent-apartments-cities-near-me-biggest-increases/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
Rents in the 50 largest cities have surged by hundreds of dollars per month over the last five years, a LendingTree analysis found.

This week on "Sunday Morning" (Dec. 7) - https://www.cbsnews.com/news/this-week-on-sunday-morning-dec-7-2025/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.

Trump moves to roll back fuel economy standards set under Biden - https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-new-fuel-economy-standards-mpg-biden/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
The Trump administration proposed rules that would weaken fuel economy standards for vehicles set under President Biden in 2024.

Trump's Venezuela boat strikes fuel war crimes allegations. Are they legal? - https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-hegseth-venezuela-boat-strikes-war-crimes-are-they-legal/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
Details about the strikes on an alleged drug boat on Sept. 2 have alarmed legal experts and lawmakers.

U.S. tightens immigration work permits in latest move to expand crackdown - https://www.cbsnews.com/news/immigration-work-permits-uscis/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
The Trump administration said it would reduce the period of time that work permits are valid for refugees, asylees and other immigrants granted legal protections in the U.S.

What we know about suspect arrested in 2021 D.C. pipe bomb case - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/suspect-arrested-2021-dc-pipe-bomb-case-what-we-know/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
Federal authorities on Thursday arrested a suspect in the case of two pipe bombs placed outside the Democratic and Republican National Committee headquarters the night before the Jan. 6th Capitol riot. CBS News senior White House reporter Jennifer Jacobs has the details.

'Difficult to say with a straight face': Tapper reacts to Fox News' statement on settlement - https://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2023/04/18/jake-tapper-dominion-lawsuit-settlement-fox-news-statement-lead-vpx.cnn (CNN – Top Stories)
A settlement has been reached in Dominion Voting Systems' defamation case against Fox News, the judge for the case announced. The network will pay more than $787 million to Dominion, a lawyer for the company said.

'My stomach is hurting from laughing': Hear panelist's reaction to DeSantis' threat to Disney - https://www.cnn.com/videos/business/2023/04/18/desantis-disney-competition-panel-reax-pt-vpx.cnn (CNN – Top Stories)
CNN panelists react to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis floating the idea of building a competing theme park next to Disney World in Orlando.

'World's longest' purpose-built cycling tunnel opens in Norway - https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/worlds-longest-cycling-tunnel/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
There are many ways to explore the seven mountains that surround the picturesque UNESCO World Heritage city of Bergen on Norway's fjord-studded west coast. The newest, however, might well be record-breaking.

'Yellowjackets' leans hard into '90s music nostalgia, and we're here for it - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/14/entertainment/yellowjackets-90s-music/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
Of the many dark gifts Showtime's eerie hit series "Yellowjackets" serves up for us, the juiciest this season is by far the music.

42 of the most useful travel products you can buy on Amazon - https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/travel/amazon-travel-products?iid=CNNUnderscoredHPcontainer (CNN – Top Stories)

50+ products to make your life easier and our planet cleaner - https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/home/editors-favorite-sustainable-products?iid=CNNUnderscoredHPcontainer (CNN – Top Stories)

A 13-year-old dies after participating in a Benadryl TikTok 'challenge' - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/us/benadryl-tiktok-challenge-teen-death-wellness/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
A 13-year-old in Ohio has died after "he took a bunch of Benadryl," trying a dangerous TikTok challenge that's circulating online, according to a CNN affiliate and a GoFundMe account from his family.

A head-to-toe guide of how men should dress this spring, and where they should shop - https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/fashion/mens-spring-fashion-style-guide?iid=CNNUnderscoredHPcontainer (CNN – Top Stories)

ADHD medication abuse in schools is a 'wake-up call' - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/health/teen-misuse-adhd-meds-wellness/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
At some middle and high schools in the United States, 1 in 4 teens report they've abused prescription stimulants for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder during the year prior, a new study found.

Apple CEO was presented with an original Macintosh. See his reaction - https://www.cnn.com/videos/tech/2023/04/18/apple-store-mumbai-india-ceo-tim-cook-vedika-sud-ovn-biz-ldn-vpx.cnn (CNN – Top Stories)
CEO Tim Cook personally welcomed customers to the new Apple store in Mumbai as the tech company opens its first retail stores in India. CNN's Vedika Sud reports.

Artist rejects photo prize after AI-generated image wins award - https://www.cnn.com/style/article/ai-photo-win-sony-scli-intl/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
A German artist has rejected an award from a prestigious international photography competition after revealing that his submission was generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Bidets save you money and reduce waste — we tested the best options out there - https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/reviews/best-bidets?iid=CNNUnderscoredHPcontainer (CNN – Top Stories)

China's economy is off to a solid start, rising 4.5% in Q1 2023 - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/17/economy/china-gdp-q1-2023-intl-hnk/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
China's economy is off to a solid start in 2023 following its emergence from three years of strict pandemic restrictions.

Composting is an easy way to reduce food waste. Here's how to do it - https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/home/how-to-compost-at-home?iid=CNNUnderscoredHPcontainer (CNN – Top Stories)

Damar Hamlin cleared to resume football activities after January cardiac arrest - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/sport/damar-hamlin-cleared-to-train-nfl-spt-intl/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, who has been cleared to resume football activities, said Tuesday his cardiac arrest during an NFL game in January was caused by commotio cordis.

Democrats bash Justice Clarence Thomas but their plan to investigate ethics allegations is unclear - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/politics/clarence-thomas-ethics-democrats/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
Senate Democrats railed against Justice Clarence Thomas on Tuesday amid reports that the Supreme Court conservative failed to disclose luxury travel, gifts and a real estate transaction involving a GOP megadonor, but their plan to investigate the conservative jurist remains unclear.

Dominion still has pending lawsuits against election deniers such as Rudy Giuliani and Sidney Powell - https://www.cnn.com/business/live-news/fox-news-dominion-trial-04-18-23/h_8d51e3ae2714edaa0dace837305d03b8 (CNN – Top Stories)

Eating too much of these foods is driving the rise in type 2 diabetes, study says - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/17/health/rise-type-2-diabetes-global-wellness/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
Gobbling up too many refined wheat and rice products, along with eating too few whole grains, is fueling the growth of new cases of type 2 diabetes worldwide, according to a new study that models data through 2018.

Erotic images of seniors show sex and intimacy in new light - https://www.cnn.com/style/article/marilyn-minter-artist-elder-sex/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
What does intimacy look like for seniors? There's no end to sex scenes and other steamy content featuring the young and unwrinkled, but past a certain age, popular culture largely draws a blank — or treats sex as a punchline.

Even when wives make as much as husbands, they still do more at home - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/16/success/husbands-wives-earning-division-of-labor-pew-survey/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
• Four out of the five US metro areas with the lowest unemployment are in Florida. Here's why • Opinion: The overlooked problem with raising the retirement age for Social Security

Everything you need to know about Way Day 2023, Wayfair's biggest sale of the year - https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/deals/wayfair-way-day-2023-04-17?iid=CNNUnderscoredHPcontainer (CNN – Top Stories)

FDA clears the way for additional bivalent boosters for certain vulnerable individuals - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/health/fda-bivalent-booster-additional-doses/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration amended the terms of its emergency use authorizations for the Pfizer and Moderna bivalent vaccines on Tuesday, allowing people ages 65 and older and certain people with weakened immunity to get additional doses before this fall's vaccination campaigns.

FTC chair Lina Khan warns AI could 'turbocharge' fraud and scams - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/tech/lina-khan-ai-warning/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
Artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT could lead to a "turbocharging" of consumer harms including fraud and scams, and the US government has substantial authority to crack down on AI-driven consumer harms under existing law, members of the Federal Trade Commission said Tuesday.

Fulton County DA says fake Trump electors are incriminating one another and wants lawyer disqualified - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/politics/fulton-county-trump-fake-electors/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
The Fulton County District Attorney's office said some fake electors for Donald Trump have implicated each other in potential criminal activity and is seeking to disqualify their lawyer, according to a new court filing.

GOP prepared to block vote to replace Feinstein on Senate Judiciary - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/politics/schumer-senate-feinstein-vote-cardin/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said on Tuesday that he hopes to replace Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein on the Senate Judiciary Committee with Sen. Ben Cardin of Maryland and aims to set up a floor vote on the issue this afternoon, which Republicans are expected to block.

Google-parent stock drops on fears it could lose search market share to AI-powered rivals - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/17/tech/google-ai-search-engine-stock-drop/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
Shares of Google-parent Alphabet fell more than 3% in early trading Monday after a report sparked concerns that its core search engine could lose market share to AI-powered rivals, including Microsoft's Bing.

Here are the 20 specific Fox broadcasts and tweets Dominion says were defamatory - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/17/media/dominion-fox-news-allegations/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
• Fox-Dominion trial delay 'is not unusual,' judge says • Fox News' defamation battle isn't stopping Trump's election lies

Here's what you need to know if you haven't filed your return yet — and even if you have - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/success/tax-day-2023-file-irs/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
It's April 18, the official deadline to file your federal and state income tax returns for 2022. (It is also, apparently, National Animal Crackers Day for those who celebrate.)

High speed trains are racing across the world. But not in America - https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/high-speed-rail-us/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
High speed trains have proved their worth across the world over the past 50 years.

How did Sudan go from casting off despotic rule to this? - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/17/opinions/sudan-revolution-to-civil-war-lynch/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
Four years ago, almost to the day, the people of Sudan were celebrating a revolution after overthrowing longtime dictator Omar al-Bashir. Now the East African country faces the possibility of a complete collapse similar to the chaos we see today in Yemen or Libya.

Jake Gyllenhaal and Jamie Lee Curtis spent the Covid-19 lockdown together - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/entertainment/jake-gyllenhaal-jamie-lee-curtis-pandemic-living/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
It's sourdough bread and handstands for Jake Gyllenhaal and Jamie Lee Curtis.

Jamie Foxx remains hospitalized nearly a week after 'medical complication' - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/17/entertainment/jamie-foxx-remains-hospitalized/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
Jamie Foxx remains hospitalized in Georgia nearly a week after his daughter revealed the actor experienced a "medical complication," a source with knowledge of the matter told CNN on Monday.

Jeremy Renner revisits 'the amazing group of people' who helped him recover from his accident - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/16/entertainment/jeremy-renner-update/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
Jeremy Renner is continuing his recovery after his devastating snowplow accident in January, and recognizing those who've helped him along the way.

Judge in Fox News-Dominion defamation trial: 'The parties have resolved their case' - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/media/fox-dominion-settlement/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
The judge just announced in court that a settlement has been reached in the historic defamation case between Fox News and Dominion Voting Systems.

Maine authorities detained a person of interest after 4 people were found dead in a home and 3 others shot while driving - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/us/maine-shooting-bowdoin-yarmouth/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
Maine authorities have detained a person of interest and continue to investigate after two shooting incidents that appear to be connected left at least four people dead and three others injured, state police said.

McCarthy slams Biden in handling of US debt - https://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2023/04/18/kevin-mccarthy-wall-street-speech-debt-ceiling-biden-economy-vpx.cnn (CNN – Top Stories)
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy traveled to Wall Street on Monday to deliver a fresh warning that the House GOP majority will refuse to lift a cap on government borrowing unless Biden agrees to spending cuts that would effectively neutralize his domestic agenda.

McDonald's is upgrading its burgers - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/17/business/mcdonalds-burgers/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
McDonald's, which has been focusing on upgrading its core items to boost sales, is rolling out a series of changes designed to improve its signature burgers.

Michelle Yeoh set to return in new 'Star Trek' movie - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/entertainment/michelle-yeoh-star-trek-section-31/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
Live long and prosper, Michelle Yeoh.

Mifepristone saved my life - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/opinions/medication-abortion-mifepristone-miscarriage-jones-ctpr/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
The ruling earlier this month by a Texas federal judge to suspend the US Food and Drug Administration's approval of a drug that is used frequently for medication abortions, is very personal for me.

Millions in the US could face massive consequences unless McCarthy can navigate out of a debt trap he set for Biden - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/politics/mccarthy-biden-debt-ceiling/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
• DeSantis goes to Washington, a place he once despised, looking for support to take on Trump • Opinion: For the GOP to win, it must ditch Trump • Chris Christie mulling 2024 White House bid • Analysis: The fire next time has begun burning in Tennessee

Mother's Day is around the corner. Here are 50+ thoughtful gifts she'll love - https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/gifts/best-mothers-day-gifts-2023?iid=CNNUnderscoredHPcontainer (CNN – Top Stories)

Netflix is winding down its DVD business after 25 years - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/media/netflix-dvd-red-envelopes/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
Netflix is officially winding down the business that helped make it a household name.

Newly released video shows scene of Jeremy Renner's snowplow accident - https://www.cnn.com/videos/us/2023/04/18/jeremy-renner-snowplow-accident-bodycam-nc-melas-contd-vpx.cnn (CNN – Top Stories)
Newly released body camera footage shows firefighters and sheriff's deputies rushing to help actor Jeremy Renner after a near-fatal snowplow accident in January. The "Avengers" actor broke more than 30 bones and suffered other severe injuries. CNN's Chloe Melas has more.

Oklahoma governor calls on officials to resign over recording of racist and threatening remarks - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/us/mccurtain-county-oklahoma-officials-recording/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)

Opinion: Why millionaires like us want to pay more in taxes - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/17/opinions/us-tax-system-wealthy-disney-pearl/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
Tuesday is Tax Day in America, one of the most stressful days of the year, when many taxpayers will finally end their procrastination, file their federal returns, and hope for a refund from the IRS. But for many of the nation's wealthiest, it's just another Tuesday.

Pilot makes history after landing on top of a 56-story hotel - https://www.cnn.com/videos/travel/2023/03/17/pilot-lands-on-dubai-helipad-cprog-orig-aw-ao.cnn (CNN – Top Stories)
Polish pilot Lukasz Czepiela made history after landing a plane on a helipad at the top of a 56-story hotel in Dubai.

Podcast: One country musician is calling for other artists to oppose assault rifles - https://www.cnn.com/audio/podcasts/the-assignment/episodes/42a2f0e2-066a-4675-82ff-afe2016a0bb5 (CNN – Top Stories)

Recap: 'Succession' finds dark humor in the aftershocks - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/16/entertainment/succession-season-4-episode-4-recap/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
After the shock came the aftershocks, the power vacuum, and perhaps most significantly and impressively, the laughs, as "Succession" pivoted to face life after Logan Roy, in an episode that finally put the HBO show's title into full flower.

Review: 'Barry' takes a whack at its farewell season - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/14/entertainment/barry-season-4-review/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
"Barry" has taken chances from the very beginning, which is certainly true of a fourth and final season that picks up where the third left off, with its hitman-turned-wannabe actor getting arrested. That paves the way for an even darker season that accentuates the show's ensemble aspect while leaning a little too heavily on blurring lines with flights of fancy.

See pizza delivery guy take out suspect fleeing police - https://www.cnn.com/videos/us/2023/04/18/pizza-guy-trips-perp-moos-cprog-orig-bdk.cnn (CNN – Top Stories)
Pizza guy delivers more than a pie, taking out a fleeing suspect. CNN's Jeanne Moos shows him putting his best foot forward.

Some on-air claims about Dominion Voting Systems were false, Fox News acknowledges in statement after deal is announced - https://www.cnn.com/business/live-news/fox-news-dominion-trial-04-18-23/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)

Southwest says flights resumed after delays caused by 'tech issues' - https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/southwest-airlines-flight-delays/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
• Delta Air Lines reports record bookings for summer travel • Air France and Airbus acquitted in trial over 2009 plane crash

Taxes are due tomorrow. Here's how to file for an extension - https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/money/how-to-file-taxes?iid=CNNUnderscoredHPcontainer (CNN – Top Stories)

The 10 best Amazon deals to shop this week - https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/deals/best-amazon-deals-2023-04-12?iid=CNNUnderscoredHPcontainer (CNN – Top Stories)

The 2024 presidential alternative many voters will want - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/opinions/2024-presidential-election-alternative-voters-lieberman (CNN – Top Stories)

The 7 best high-yield savings accounts of April 2023 - https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/money/high-yield-savings-accounts?iid=CNNUnderscoredHPcontainer (CNN – Top Stories)

The beloved Dyson Supersonic hair dryer is at its lowest price ever - https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/deals/dyson-supersonic-sale-2023-04-17?iid=CNNUnderscoredHPcontainer?iid=CNNUnderscoredHPcontainer (CNN – Top Stories)

These ships disappeared in Lake Superior a century ago. Watch as they're found again - https://www.cnn.com/videos/travel/2023/04/18/century-old-shipwrecks-lake-superior-discovery-contd-orig-zt.cnn (CNN – Top Stories)
The Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society has found two of three ships that sank in the same Lake Superior storm more than a century ago, locating one in 2021 and the other in 2022.

Toddler crawls through White House fence, prompts Secret Service response - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/politics/white-house-toddler/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
A tiny intruder infiltrated White House grounds Tuesday, prompting a swift response from the US Secret Service.

Top US Navy admiral defends non-binary sailor amid some Republican criticism - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/politics/gilday-defends-non-binary-sailor/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
The top US Navy admiral ardently defended a non-binary sailor on Tuesday amid some criticism from Republican lawmakers, saying he is "particularly proud of this sailor."

Top secrets come spilling out - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/16/opinions/top-secrets-come-spilling-out-opinion-column-galant/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
In 1917, British analysts deciphered a coded message the German foreign minister sent to one of his country's diplomats vowing to begin "unrestricted submarine warfare" and seeking to win over Mexico with a promise to "reconquer the lost territory in Texas, New Mexico and Arizona" if the US entered the world war. When it became public, the Zimmerman Telegram caused a sensation, helping propel the US into the conflict against Germany.

Two Russians claiming to be former Wagner commanders admit killing children and civilians in Ukraine - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/17/europe/wagner-commanders-russia-kill-children-intl-hnk/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
Two Russian men who claim to be former Wagner Group commanders have told a human rights activist that they killed children and civilians during their time in Ukraine.

US warns Russia not to touch American nuclear technology at Ukrainian nuclear plant - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/politics/us-warns-russia-zaporizhzhia-nuclear-plant/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
The US has sensitive nuclear technology at a nuclear power plant inside Ukraine and is warning Russia not to touch it, according to a letter the US Department of Energy sent to Russia's state-owned nuclear energy firm Rosatom last month.

Undocumented immigrants are paying their taxes today, too - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/us/undocumented-immigrants-taxes-cec/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
It's a surprising fact that's often overlooked in the immigration debate.

We stopped using aluminum foil for cooking and you should too. Here's what to use instead - https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/reviews/mmmat-silicone-mats?iid=CNNUnderscoredHPcontainer (CNN – Top Stories)

White homeowner accused of shooting a Black teen who rang his doorbell turns himself in to face criminal charges - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/18/us/kansas-city-ralph-yarl-shooting-tuesday/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
• 'A major part of Ralph died': Aunt of teen shot after ringing wrong doorbell speaks • 20-year-old woman shot after friend turned into the wrong driveway in upstate New York, officials say

Why isn't the House Judiciary Committee looking into Thomas? - https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/17/opinions/jim-jordan-clarence-thomas-judiciary-committee-obeidallah/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
On Monday, the GOP-controlled House Judiciary Committee — chaired by Donald Trump ally Rep. Jim Jordan — is set to hold a field hearing in New York City called "Victims of Violent Crime in Manhattan." A statement bills the hearing as an examination of how, the Judiciary Committee says, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's policies have "led to an increase in violent crime and a dangerous community for New York City residents."

'Naughty' elephant damages two vehicles in SW China - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e2941a310eefe3e9a290b.html (China Daily – China News)
A wild Asian elephant turned a highway in southwest China's Yunnan province into its playground, damaging a minibus and a sedan Saturday afternoon.

AIIB loans $250m for Beijing coal-to-gas conversion - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2f146aa3108bc8c6721954.html (China Daily – China News)
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank announced on Monday a $250 million loan for a natural gas project in Beijing, the bank's first such investment in China, to help cut coal use and improve air quality in the capital area.

Algerian boy, 12, wins Shenzhen talent contest - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e1cd9a310eefe3e9a28ac.html (China Daily – China News)
A 12-year-old Algerian boy was crowned winner of the eighth Shenzhen Expats Chinese Talent Competition on Sunday.

Asia's tallest wooden pagoda destroyed - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2de962a310eefe3e9a1600.html (China Daily – China News)
The 16-story structure was said to be the tallest wooden pagoda in Asia. No casualties were reported in the incident. The cause of the blaze is under investigation.

Beijing, Moscow drill for potential missile warfare - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2f25bda3108bc8c6721a0b.html (China Daily – China News)
China and Russia kicked off their second joint computer-assisted anti-missile drill on Monday, a move experts said could deter potential missile threats amid rising tensions on the Korean Peninsula.

Beijing’s Haidian district halts removal of building signs - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e7f94a3103f77d55ac35d.html (China Daily – China News)
Urban management authorities in Beijing’s Haidian district have suspended the removal of signs and billboards from buildings, and have not made a decision when work would resume.

China launches communication satellite for Algeria - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2dee96a310eefe3e9a163a.html (China Daily – China News)
China launched Algeria's first communication satellite, Alcomsat-1, into a preset orbit from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in the southwestern province of Sichuan early Monday.

China to hold annual memorial for Nanjing Massacre victims - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e8352a3103f77d55ac363.html (China Daily – China News)
China will hold an annual memorial for the victims of the Nanjing Massacre, in the eastern city of Nanjing Wednesday.

Chinese, Algerian presidents hail successful launch of communications satellite - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2deb0aa310eefe3e9a1614.html (China Daily – China News)
President Xi Jinping and his Algerian counterpart Abdelaziz Bouteflika exchanged congratulatory messages on the successful launch of Alcomsat-1 in the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in China's southwestern province of Sichuan early Monday.

Dangerous stunts get thumbs-down from video platforms - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2f247aa3108bc8c67219f5.html (China Daily – China News)
Multiple social media and video streaming platforms will limit who can view videos that depict dangerous stunts - and may even prohibit such material - in an effort to discourage imitators.

Discovering Yunnan’s Tibetan Plateau - A personal Shangri-La - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2f103aa3108bc8c672193a.html (China Daily – China News)
High in the northwestern uplands of Yunnan lies a popular destination known as Shangri-La since 2001. When Bruce Connolly visited it in 1995, it was called Zhongdian. A town partly fulfilling Bruce’s Tibetan dream.

Education, health fees among key concerns - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2f29d4a3108bc8c6721a30.html (China Daily – China News)
China to legislate on preschool education

Emojis frown on corruption - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e7338a3109f488237c969.html (China Daily – China News)
An emojis package highlighting the eight-point austerity rules has become a hit on the internet.

Former Chongqing Party chief under investigation - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e1410a310eefe3e9a2754.html (China Daily – China News)
Sun Zhengcai, the former Party chief of Chongqing, is being investigated on allegations of bribery, State prosecutors said on Monday.

Forum tackles urban problems for sustainable future - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e7840a3109f488237c96c.html (China Daily – China News)
A forum tackling the more challenging problems in urban development gathered people in this area on Saturday to raise awareness of greener and more sustainable urban development.

Guizhou: Western province looks to the future of big data - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2dddcaa310eefe3e9a159a.html (China Daily – China News)
While located in the remote southwestern part of China, Guizhou leads the development of Big Data technology in recent years.

Honor mobile phone leading in AI speed - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e4398a310eefe3e9a2ee3.html (China Daily – China News)
Many commentators have deemed 2017 to be year one for the artificial intelligence smartphone as iPhone X and Honor V10 launched into the highly competitive but uniform cellphone market. So will an intelligent phone be the next great breakthrough?

International group praises green revival - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2f2701a3108bc8c6721a16.html (China Daily – China News)
A high-level international advisory body applauded China's efforts to improve the environment and suggested a 15-year strategy against pollution in a draft recommendation report on Monday.

Israeli feels special connection to Harbin - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e45aca310eefe3e9a2efe.html (China Daily – China News)
A young foreign man walks around the city, giving big hugs to the strangers he meets on the streets in Harbin, capital of Northeast China’s Heilongjiang province.

Jack Ma Foundation pledges millions to boost rural education - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e6ce6a3109f488237c965.html (China Daily – China News)
The Jack Ma Foundation has pledged to spend at least 300 million yuan ($45 million) in the next decade to staff rural schools with qualified teachers.

Memorial Day a time to 'remember', 'inspire' - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2f252ca3108bc8c6721a01.html (China Daily – China News)
A memorial service to mark the 80th anniversary of the Nanjing Massacre committed during the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) brought together hundreds of activists and members of the Chinese and other Asian communities on Sunday in San Francisco.

NGO helps epileptic boy realize racing dream in Zhejiang - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e62d8a3109f488237c209.html (China Daily – China News)
An NGO helped an epileptic boy from eastern China realize his dream to ride a race car on an international circuit on Monday.

New Party delegation from Taiwan visits mainland - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e6a39a3109f488237c814.html (China Daily – China News)
The director of the State Council's Taiwan Affairs Office met with a delegation from Taiwan's New Party on Monday to promote peaceful development of cross-Straits relations.

Oldest Nanjing Massacre survivor dies at 100 - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2f1571a3108bc8c6721964.html (China Daily – China News)
The oldest survivor of the Nanjing Massacre died on Sunday, and fewer than 100 survivors remain, the Memorial Hall of the Victims in the Nanjing Massacre said on Monday.

PLA Navy stations women on Nansha Islands for the 1st time - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e7b2ea3109f488237c972.html (China Daily – China News)
The People’s Liberation Army has sent 10 of its female members to join the garrison guarding the Nansha Islands in the South China Sea, according to the PLA Navy.

Residents mobilized to protect environment in Tibet - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e46f3a310eefe3e9a2fe0.html (China Daily – China News)
Residents of southwest China's Tibet autonomous region have been mobilized for government-paid patrolling jobs to protect the ecosystem on the "roof of the world."

Satellite lofted for first Arab country - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2f225ea3108bc8c67219dd.html (China Daily – China News)
A Chinese-made communications satellite became the first "export" of such a spacecraft to an Arab country when it was launched by China on Monday for Algeria.

Six killed in Hebei bath house fire - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e6080a3109f488237c032.html (China Daily – China News)
Six people were killed on Sunday afternoon in a fire at a bath house in Yongnian district of Handan, Hebei province, authorities said on Monday.

Suzhou police catch gang selling fake Herbalife products - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e6f45a3109f488237c967.html (China Daily – China News)
Police in eastern China said on Monday they have smashed an operation that made more than 20 million yuan ($3 million) from selling fake Herbalife products.

Top procuratorate investigates Sun Zhengcai - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e043aa310eefe3e9a2745.html (China Daily – China News)
The Supreme People's Procuratorate (SPP) of China announced on Monday that it has started investigation into Sun Zhengcai, former secretary of Chongqing Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC).

Water diversion project drives environmental improvements and provides new jobs for locals - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2f1b86a3108bc8c672199a.html (China Daily – China News)
Green industries such as eco-agriculture and tourism are helping to raise living standards along the program's central route

World's largest automated container terminal starts operation in Shanghai - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2df96fa310eefe3e9a2716.html (China Daily – China News)
As part of the Shanghai Free Trade Zone, the system can operate completely unmanned.

Xi stresses nonstop efforts to fight undesirable work styles - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2dfdd2a310eefe3e9a273a.html (China Daily – China News)
Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, stressed that the fight against undesirable work styles should not be stopped.

Xi-style diplomacy brings China closer to world - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e9898a3103f77d55ac36d.html (China Daily – China News)

Xi: Uproot undesirable work styles - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2efdeaa3108bc8c6721925.html (China Daily – China News)
General Secretary Xi Jinping warns about the recurrence of undesirable work styles - formalities for formalities' sake, hedonism, and extravagance.

Xi’an security guard dies trying to save suicidal woman - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e39c9a310eefe3e9a2ed4.html (China Daily – China News)
Police in Xi’an, Shaanxi province, are investigating the death of a security guard who tried to catch a woman who jumped from the 11th floor of a building, Huashang Daily reported on Monday.

'Right steps' point to a healthier China - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/10/WS5a2d2e5ba310eefe3e9a1436.html (China Daily – World News)
China's emphasis on innovation in recent years has led to more opportunities for global clinical development and research programs to be conducted in the country, something that has benefited its people, says a leading executive at a top German pharmaceutical company.

Algerian boy, 12, wins Shenzhen talent contest - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e1cd9a310eefe3e9a28ac.html (China Daily – World News)
A 12-year-old Algerian boy was crowned winner of the eighth Shenzhen Expats Chinese Talent Competition on Sunday.

Anti-nuclear weapon campaigner ICAN receives 2017 Nobel Peace Prize - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2de979a310eefe3e9a1604.html (China Daily – World News)
The International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) received the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize at an awarding ceremony here Sunday, for its efforts to give new momentum to the process of abolishing nuclear weapons.

Bad weather causes massive travel disruption in Britain - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2ea1aea3108bc8c67218f5.html (China Daily – World News)
Severe frost, rains and icy roads after heavy snowfall have caused major travel disruption across large parts of Britain on Monday.

Britain, EU could strike trade deal within a year, says Brexit chief - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2df983a310eefe3e9a271a.html (China Daily – World News)
Brexit Secretary David Davis said Sunday the odds of Britain exiting the European Union without a deal had dropped dramatically following an agreement both sides reached in Brussels on Friday.

California leader says fires are 'new normal' - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2de7d5a310eefe3e9a15f7.html (China Daily – World News)
California's Governor Jerry Brown said that climate change has pushed weather to the most extreme, and the US western state must better prepare for a constant threat of wildfire which is a "new normal".

China ceases to be dumping ground for foreign waste - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2dc336a310eefe3e9a1484.html (China Daily – World News)
A National Public Radio story on Saturday described the impact on Portland, Oregon, after China’s recent ban on the import of foreign waste.

China launches communication satellite for Algeria - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2dee96a310eefe3e9a163a.html (China Daily – World News)
China launched Algeria's first communication satellite, Alcomsat-1, into a preset orbit from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in the southwestern province of Sichuan early Monday.

Chinese, Algerian presidents hail successful launch of communications satellite - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2de28ca310eefe3e9a15d9.html (China Daily – World News)
President Xi Jinping and his Algerian counterpart Abdelaziz Bouteflika exchanged congratulatory messages on the successful launch of Alcomsat-1 in southwestern Sichuan province.

Chinese, Russian and Indian ministers meet - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2f0d6ca3108bc8c6721934.html (China Daily – World News)
China, Russia and India agreed to maintain regional security and economic architecture in the Asia-Pacific, according to a joint statement issued on Monday after the 15th trilateral meeting of the foreign ministers of the three countries.

DaDong duck ready for New York opening - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e230fa310eefe3e9a28eb.html (China Daily – World News)
To acclaimed chef Dong Zhenxiang, it's all about the texture of the duck.

Ferry runs aground in Calais, no injuries reported -media - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/10/WS5a2d3c6ba310eefe3e9a1443.html (China Daily – World News)

First snowfall this season comes to New York - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/10/WS5a2c8c15a310eefe3e9a1394.html (China Daily – World News)
The first snowfall of the season arrived in New York on Saturday morning, and is expected to continue until early Sunday morning.

Foreign minister: Diplomacy will focus on shared future - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2dcdaaa310eefe3e9a14c6.html (China Daily – World News)
China's endeavor to foster a new form of international relations and build a community with a shared future for mankind will be the overarching goals of China's foreign policy in the years ahead, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said.

Four injured in Manhattan terror-related explosion - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2eb0e8a3108bc8c67218fb.html (China Daily – World News)
Police said four people were injured as a device attached to a suspected bomber exploded prematurely at the New York Port Authority bus terminal in Midtown Manhattan during Monday’s morning rush hour.

Four injured in New York City blast, suspect nabbed - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e884fa3103f77d55ac367.html (China Daily – World News)
Several people were hurt in an explosion in the New York City subway near the Times Square area of Manhattan in early Monday morning.

France's Macron to host global climate meet - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2de2c1a310eefe3e9a15e2.html (China Daily – World News)
About fifty global leaders are expected to attend the One Planet Summit on Tuesday in Paris hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron to decide what steps to take after the US government left the Paris Climate Change Agreement.

In pics: Archaeological discovery in heritage-rich Luxor of Egypt - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/10/WS5a2c84e4a310eefe3e9a1376.html (China Daily – World News)
Egyptian Minister of Antiquities Khalid El-Anany announced Saturday the discovery of a new tomb and the re-discovery of an older one in the heritage-rich Luxor province in Upper Egypt.

Israel says it demolishes tunnel from Gaza into Israel - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/10/WS5a2d3187a310eefe3e9a143a.html (China Daily – World News)

Leaders of Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania and Greece attend joint press conference - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/10/WS5a2c8861a310eefe3e9a1390.html (China Daily – World News)
Leaders of Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania and Greece agreed on Saturday that the whole region needs to be included in the European Union (EU) and that the cooperation on joint projects can bring the region long-awaited prosperity and stability.

Malaysians choose 'Road' as Chinese character of the year - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/10/WS5a2d3d17a310eefe3e9a1445.html (China Daily – World News)
The Malaysian people have chosen "Lu," or "Road" in English, as the Chinese character of the year in 2017, taking cue from the country's active plan in infrastructure expansion.

Mexico City mayor declines presidential run to focus on rebuilding effort - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/10/WS5a2c8d17a310eefe3e9a139c.html (China Daily – World News)
Mexico City mayor, Miguel Angel Mancera, on Saturday refused to abandon his position to lead the presidential campaign of a new coalition of parties ahead of the 2018 elections.

Ministers condemn US Jerusalem move - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2ddee4a310eefe3e9a15b3.html (China Daily – World News)
Arab foreign ministers on Sunday demanded that the United States rescind President Donald Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

New York’s first snow of season arrives - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/10/WS5a2cf0eea310eefe3e9a141e.html (China Daily – World News)
This was New York’s first snow this winter.

Satellite lofted for first Arab country - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2f225ea3108bc8c67219dd.html (China Daily – World News)
A Chinese-made communications satellite became the first "export" of such a spacecraft to an Arab country when it was launched by China on Monday for Algeria.

South San Francisco elects first Chinese-American mayor - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e2643a310eefe3e9a28fd.html (China Daily – World News)
Liza Lau Normandy has been elected mayor of South San Francisco, the first Chinese-American to be elected in the city's 110 years history, according to World Journal.

The world in photos: Dec 4 - Dec 10 - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2dc981a310eefe3e9a14ad.html (China Daily – World News)
Here, we present some of the most striking images from around the world this past week.

Toronto marks 80th anniversary of Nanjing Massacre - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/10/WS5a2d22d6a310eefe3e9a142b.html (China Daily – World News)

UK and China allow more direct flights - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2ebd50a3108bc8c67218fe.html (China Daily – World News)
The United Kingdom and China have agreed to raise the limit on the number of direct weekly flights between the two nations to 150 from 100. The UK government said the move was the first of several "open skies" deals struck in an effort to increase trade post-Brexit.

US tax overhaul's lure could be deceptive - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2dbfe2a310eefe3e9a1472.html (China Daily – World News)
Chinese scholars said market expectations should remain objective on Washington's approval of a tax overhaul and they expect its benefits targeting special groups in the United States will be limited.

Universities champion new ideas - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e5a8aa31095b331af46bc.html (China Daily – World News)
Tsinghua University and Imperial College London have launched a joint fund to support bold scientific ideas in their early stages.

WWII memorials solemn reminders of war tragedy - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2f1143a3108bc8c6721944.html (China Daily – World News)
Memorial days were set up by governments of the war’s major belligerents to remember those who died or sacrificed themselves, and to remind people of tragedies caused by war. Here are ways different countries keep the memory of the wartime history alive.

Welsh national side helping with Chinese soccer goals - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e57a1a31095b331af444e.html (China Daily – World News)
Fans of the Welsh national soccer team have experienced some dizzying highs and disappointing lows in the last 18 months.

Would-be suicide bomber sets off explosion in NYC - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2ec18ca3108bc8c6721902.html (China Daily – World News)
A would-be suicide bomber set off part of a homemade explosive device in a subway passage between Times Square and the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Midtown Manhattan during Monday's morning rush hour, seriously wounding himself and injuring four others, police said.

Young Chinese-Irish ballroom dancer goes international - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2eca0fa3108bc8c672190e.html (China Daily – World News)
Kerry Sui, a 10-year-old Chinese-Irish dancer, and her dance partner Francis Carty are set to compete in Italy and perform on Chinese TV after winning the British juvenile ballroom championship.

'Berlin Apartment' video game lets users live German history - https://www.dw.com/en/berlin-apartment-video-game-lets-users-live-german-history/a-74906726?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
'The Berlin Apartment' immerses users in the lives of past city residents. They experience German history through the game, from Nazi rule through the Cold War and the COVID-19 pandemic.

'Gin' must contain alcohol, top European court says - https://www.dw.com/en/gin-must-contain-alcohol-top-european-court-says/a-74732053?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
A beverage called "gin" must contain alcohol and juniper berries, and have an alcohol content of at least 37.5%, Europe's top court has ruled. A German group took exception to a "Virgin Gin" non-alcoholic product.

'Stuttgart 21' high-speed rail opening delayed once more - https://www.dw.com/en/stuttgart-21-high-speed-rail-opening-delayed-once-more/a-74805775?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Conceived more than 30 years ago, Stuttgart's new high-speed rail connection and station project is billions over budget and years behind schedule. The latest planned opening date, December 2026, is now off the table.

3I/ATLAS is a comet, not aliens, NASA says - https://www.dw.com/en/3i-atlas-is-a-comet-not-aliens-nasa-says/a-74814205?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The US space agency called the interstellar object a "friendly solar system visitor," but said it was not alien.

AI music creates unease as it tops the charts - https://www.dw.com/en/ai-music-creates-unease-as-it-tops-the-charts/a-74841513?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
As AI-generated music saturates the market, people are realizing they can't distinguish it from music made by actual humans. Many listeners, and musicians, are unsettled by this.

AfD Youth: A training ground for Germany's far right - https://www.dw.com/en/afd-youth-a-training-ground-for-germany-s-far-right/a-74934896?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The far-right AfD party is launching a new youth organization. Experts expect it to be as radical as its predecessor, which German security authorities declared to be right-wing extremist.

Afghan Taliban see popularity boost over Pakistan clashes - https://www.dw.com/en/afghan-taliban-see-popularity-boost-over-pakistan-clashes/a-75016680?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Fighting at the Afghanistan-Pakistan border has sparked rare showings of public support in Afghan cities for the Taliban, but analysts say a surge in nationalist sentiment won't translate into legitimacy for the regime.

An ancient planet smashed into Earth. We now know its origin - https://www.dw.com/en/an-ancient-planet-smashed-into-earth-we-now-know-its-origin/a-74819362?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
A collision between Earth and a massive Mars-sized protoplanet likely caused the formation of our moon. Now scientists from the Max Planck Institute suggest that doomed planet was likely a rowdy neighbor.

Are Europe's fashion brands as green as they say? - https://www.dw.com/en/are-europe-s-fashion-brands-as-green-as-they-say/a-74716981?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Many European luxury and fast fashion brands have set themselves ambitious sustainability targets. But how many of these have actually been met? DW investigates.

Brazil: What COP30 means for the people of Belem - https://www.dw.com/en/brazil-what-cop30-means-for-the-people-of-belem/a-74706250?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Hundreds of millions of dollars have been poured into local construction and infrastructure projects in Belem — but not everyone is profiting from the investment.

Breakthrough needed in German-Polish relations - https://www.dw.com/en/breakthrough-needed-in-german-polish-relations/a-74963468?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Russia's war in Ukraine and Trump's unpredictability call for a strategic partnership between Germany and Poland. But the past casts a long shadow on their relations. Will consultations in Berlin mark a new beginning?

British playwright Tom Stoppard dies aged 88 - https://www.dw.com/en/british-playwright-tom-stoppard-dies-aged-88/a-74954207?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Writers, performers and cultural institutions are paying tribute to Oscar-winning playwright Tom Stoppard, whose celebrated plays, screenwriting achievements and artistic innovation reshaped modern drama.

Bulgaria protests: 'Gen Z won't stay silent!' - https://www.dw.com/en/bulgaria-protests-gen-z-won-t-stay-silent/a-74999252?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Protests with the slogan "We won't let them lie to us" took place in towns and cities across Bulgaria on Monday. The biggest took place in the capital, Sofia. Most protesters there were young. What is it they want?

Bulgaria sees massive protests against budget, corruption - https://www.dw.com/en/bulgaria-sees-massive-protests-against-budget-corruption/a-74975871?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Tens of thousands of people demonstrated against the 2026 budget and called for the government to step down in fresh protests across the Balkan nation.

Burnout from casual sex has women rethinking hookup culture - https://www.dw.com/en/burnout-from-casual-sex-has-women-rethinking-hookup-culture/a-74906762?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Modern sex culture promised liberation and autonomy for women. Research and real-life experiences are exploring the unexpected cost of hooking up.

COP30: 10 visuals to help you understand climate change - https://www.dw.com/en/cop30-10-visuals-to-help-you-understand-climate-change/a-59652069?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
In Belem, the UN climate conference is underway. Here are key facts that explain how rising temperatures are disrupting our planet today.

COP30: How Brazilian crime cartels undermine climate efforts - https://www.dw.com/en/cop30-how-brazilian-crime-cartels-undermine-climate-efforts/a-74718584?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Illegal logging, gold mining, and drug trafficking: Organized crime in Brazil is sabotaging efforts to combat global warming. This issue has long been overlooked at climate conferences. Is that finally about to change?

COP30: No fossil fuel deal after protests, chaos and compromise - https://www.dw.com/en/cop30-no-fossil-fuel-deal-after-protests-chaos-and-compromise/a-74843443?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Two weeks of climate negotiations in the Brazilian city of Belem have closed with an agreement that calls for renewed commitments to tackle rising temperatures, yet omits any mention of fossil fuels.

COP30: Why a roadmap to move away from fossil fuels matters - https://www.dw.com/en/cop30-why-a-roadmap-to-move-away-from-fossil-fuels-matters/a-74806037?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Two years since countries agreed to transition away from coal, oil and gas, billions are still pouring into the industry, and emissions are at record levels. Could countries meeting in Brazil be about to change that?

Can US health care solve its cost crisis by copying Europe? - https://www.dw.com/en/can-us-health-care-solve-its-cost-crisis-by-copying-europe/a-74923088?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The US spends more per capita on health than any other country and health care is vastly more expensive for citizens than anywhere else. Can it learn anything from European systems?

Canada to sign up to flagship EU defense credit fund - https://www.dw.com/en/canada-to-sign-up-to-flagship-eu-defense-credit-fund/a-74978307?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Canada has been allowed to join the EU's SAFE defense financing program, leaders from both sides say. The move comes as much of the West arms against Russian aggression while the US increasingly disengages.

Carnival and St. Martin's Day: How two German feasts set on November 11 are connected - https://www.dw.com/en/carnival-and-st-martin-s-day-how-two-german-feasts-set-on-november-11-are-connected/a-74684129?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
It's not a complete coincidence that two typically German celebrations, St. Martin's Day and the start of carnival season, are both on the same day. Their origins are centuries old.

China reclaims spot as top German trade partner from US - https://www.dw.com/en/china-reclaims-spot-as-top-german-trade-partner-from-us/a-74810237?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
China has edged back ahead as Germany's highest-volume trade partner, just a year after the US claimed the position. Exports, particularly of cars, to both core markets have dipped sharply amid tariff tussles.

China: The reluctant climate leader - https://www.dw.com/en/china-the-reluctant-climate-leader/a-74775403?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
As the United States steps back from climate diplomacy, China is presenting itself as a responsible power leading in clean, green technology.

Cologne authorities find World War II bomb in park - https://www.dw.com/en/cologne-authorities-find-world-war-ii-bomb-in-park/a-75021128?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Authorities unearthed an unexploded Second World War bomb in Klettenberg Park in Cologne and had to dispose of it immediately. Roughly 8,400 people were told to evacuate an area within a 500-meter radius of the site.

Congo-Rwanda peace deal set for Washington signing - https://www.dw.com/en/congo-rwanda-peace-deal-set-for-washington-signing/a-75018667?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
US President Donald Trump prepares to host the Congolese and Rwandan presidents for a landmark accord blending security and mineral cooperation, even as fierce fighting continues in eastern DRC.

Cutting methane emissions: A fast, cheap climate solution? - https://www.dw.com/en/cutting-methane-emissions-a-fast-cheap-climate-solution/a-74792359?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Despite some progress in slashing the highly potent greenhouse gas, experts say the world can, and must, go much further to cut methane pollution.

Czech president rejects 'Hitler salute' nominee for minister - https://www.dw.com/en/czech-president-rejects-hitler-salute-nominee-for-minister/a-74923743?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
President Petr Pavel has rejected a controversial candidate for the post of environment minister. Filip Turek of the Motorists party faces numerous allegations over racist, sexist and homophobic Facebook posts.

DR Congo, Rwanda vow to uphold Trump-backed peace deal - https://www.dw.com/en/dr-congo-rwanda-vow-to-uphold-trump-backed-peace-deal/a-75025167?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi and his counterpart from Rwanda, Paul Kagame, signed a deal to end the conflict in eastern Congo.

Delayland: DW Business launches podcast on Germany's 'missing magic' - https://www.dw.com/en/delayland-dw-business-launches-podcast-on-germany-s-missing-magic/a-74927023?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Germany, the land of precision and quality? Think again. From late trains to endless red tape, DW's new podcast series Delayland dives into why Europe's powerhouse keeps hitting the brakes — and what could help fix it.

Digital map brings ancient Roman roads to life - https://www.dw.com/en/digital-map-brings-ancient-roman-roads-to-life/a-74702919?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
For the first time ever, researchers have mapped the entirety of the vast Roman road network highlighting its immense influence on European relations and history.

Divisive fossil fuel road map scrapped in latest COP30 text - https://www.dw.com/en/divisive-fossil-fuel-road-map-scrapped-in-latest-cop30-text/a-74836102?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
In the final hours of UN climate talks in Brazil, negotiators are pushing to bridge divides on key issues including finance and moving away from coal, oil and gas.

Don't miss the last supermoon of 2025 on December 4 - https://www.dw.com/en/don-t-miss-the-last-supermoon-of-2025-on-december-4/a-74988002?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The last supermoon of 2025 is known as a Cold Moon. It will rise as Geminid meteor showers begin. There will be plenty more night sky action early in the New Year, too.

EU agrees to relax regulations around gene-edited crops - https://www.dw.com/en/eu-agrees-to-relax-regulations-around-gene-edited-crops/a-75008573?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The EU has agreed allow certain foods altered using genetic engineering techniques to be sold without special labeling under a new framework. The rules distinguish between NGTs and GMOs.

EU frees billions in bid to reduce China rare earth reliance - https://www.dw.com/en/eu-frees-billions-in-bid-to-reduce-china-rare-earth-reliance/a-75004708?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The European Commission plans to set up a center to coordinate the purchases and stocks of the crucial raw materials. China is by far the largest supplier, and vast US demand also complicates European acquisition.

Europe considers cutting out Huawei and China for good - https://www.dw.com/en/europe-considers-cutting-out-huawei-and-china-for-good/a-74798073?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Europe wants to achieve tech sovereignty from China and the US. One of the most pressing issues is the use of Chinese technology in its internet systems. The EU is mulling a ban, but will member states comply?

Europeans have little say in US-run Ukraine peace talks - https://www.dw.com/en/europeans-have-little-say-in-us-run-ukraine-peace-talks/a-74985169?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The EU and Britain are trying to protect Ukraine's interests, and their own, as the US leads negotiations to end Moscow's Ukraine war. But Washington keeps the European allies at arm's length.

Ex-EU foreign policy chief Mogherini quits college post amid fraud probe - https://www.dw.com/en/ex-eu-foreign-policy-chief-mogherini-quits-college-post-amid-fraud-probe/a-75020372?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Federica Mogherini has resigned as the rector of the elite College of Europe, two days after the EU's former top diplomat was detained by police in Belgium as part of a corruption investigation.

Fake Ozempic, Zepbound: Counterfeit weight loss meds booming in high-income countries despite the serious health risks - https://www.dw.com/en/fake-ozempic-zepbound-counterfeit-weight-loss-meds-booming-in-high-income-countries-despite-the-serious-health-risks/a-74775442?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Celebrity endorsements by Elon Musk and Serena Williams have pushed weight loss medication into the mainstream. Demand is so great it's fueling trade in often dangerous counterfeit products.

Final push at the UN climate talks: What you need to know - https://www.dw.com/en/final-push-at-the-un-climate-talks-what-you-need-to-know/a-74796062?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Small island states and major economies are urging a fair fossil-fuel phase-out as climate negotiations enter a critical juncture. Climate-friendly trade and improved climate finance are among the main flashpoints.

Fire disrupts COP30 climate summit in Brazil - https://www.dw.com/en/fire-disrupts-cop30-climate-summit-in-brazil/a-74826492?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
A fire has interrupted proceedings at the COP30 climate summit in Belem, Brazil. Tourism Minister Celso Sabino said that it had been contained without any major injuries. Climate talks will restart on Friday.

Frida Kahlo painting breaks records for female artist at auction - https://www.dw.com/en/frida-kahlo-painting-breaks-records-for-female-artist-at-auction/a-74828288?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
'El sueno' became the most valuable work by a woman artist ever sold at auction.

From Zeus to Batman: A brief history of superheroes - https://www.dw.com/en/from-zeus-to-batman-a-brief-history-of-superheroes/a-74745279?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Superman and Co. have superhuman powers and save the world. But they aren't the first-ever superheroes. Ancient deities like Zeus, Diana or Heracles served as inspiration for modern characters.

Funerals: From the extraordinary to eco-friendly - https://www.dw.com/en/funerals-from-the-extraordinary-to-eco-friendly/a-74838482?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Diamonds made from ashes, burial forests, restoring memorials — the ways we say goodbye are growing more diverse. More people want funerals that respect nature, and the trend carries symbolic weight.

G20 summit: No Trump, Xi or Putin — but with Merz - https://www.dw.com/en/g20-summit-no-trump-xi-or-putin-but-with-merz/a-74830488?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Chancellor Friedrich Merz intends to promote multilateralism at the G20 summit in South Africa. The US, China and Russia stand for the opposite. Their leaders are staying home.

Georgia's Kavelashvili defends 2024 vote amid European Union strains - https://www.dw.com/en/georgia-s-kavelashvili-defends-2024-vote-amid-european-union-strains/a-74960714?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
In a DW interview, President Mikheil Kavelashvili has defended the government and urged the EU to "change its attitude," stressing Georgians see themselves as European.

German Christmas markets face higher security costs - https://www.dw.com/en/german-christmas-markets-face-higher-security-costs/a-74963512?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
As German cities ramp up Christmas market protections after past terror scares, vendors are footing part of the bill. Is the country's billion-euro holiday tradition starting to feel the chill?

German Interior Minister: 'My migration course is tough' - https://www.dw.com/en/german-interior-minister-my-migration-course-is-tough/a-74796372?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
In an interview with DW, German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said he wanted but crack down harder on what he calls the "abuse" of asylum law. Will this curb the success of the far-right AfD party?

German business group backtracks on opening to far-right AfD - https://www.dw.com/en/german-business-group-backtracks-on-opening-to-far-right-afd/a-74937293?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Germany's Association of Family Entrepreneurs has reversed course after drawing heavy criticism for lifting a "contact ban" to the far-right AfD, with its president now saying the move was a "mistake."

German club cuts ties with star gymnast Angelina Melnikova - https://www.dw.com/en/german-club-cuts-ties-with-star-gymnast-angelina-melnikova/a-74872775?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Olympic and world champion gymnast Angelina Melnikova will not compete in the German league finals after her club severed ties. Melnikova's participation was controversial due to her support of Russia's war in Ukraine.

German farmers venture into risky wetlands to cut emissions - https://www.dw.com/en/german-farmers-venture-into-risky-wetlands-to-cut-emissions/a-74633188?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Drained peatlands today cause more CO2 emissions than all global air travel combined — which is why farmers in Germany are experimenting with rewetting these areas. But so far, it remains a risky business model.

German researchers find highly effective HIV antibody - https://www.dw.com/en/german-researchers-find-highly-effective-hiv-antibody/a-74363818?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
German researchers have discovered an antibody that is extremely effective against HIV, at least in the laboratory. Could it be a new weapon against AIDS?

German states declare war on red tape with 200-point plan - https://www.dw.com/en/german-states-declare-war-on-red-tape-with-200-point-plan/a-75023367?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
When it comes to tackling bureaucracy, why stop at just a measure or two? Premiers of Germany's 16 states want to go further — so they drafted a 200-point plan to ease the country's bureaucratic burdens.

Germany at the 2026 World Cup: What next? - https://www.dw.com/en/germany-at-the-2026-world-cup-what-next/a-74787002?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Now that they have qualified, Germany head into the final part of their 2026 World Cup preparations. Here's what to know.

Germany bolsters defenses amid Russian hybrid warfare - https://www.dw.com/en/germany-bolsters-defenses-amid-russian-hybrid-warfare/a-74835432?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Russia is increasing its hybrid attacks on Germany, including the use of drones, sabotage of infrastructure and disinformation campaigns. Security forces say the situation is serious, but Germany is not helpless.

Germany dominate Spain, but miss chance to win - https://www.dw.com/en/germany-dominate-spain-but-miss-chance-to-win/a-74946786?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
In the first leg of the Nations League Final, Germany missed a whole host of chances to take a lead to Madrid. Spain looked second best.

Germany news: Government under scrutiny amid budget debate - https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-government-under-scrutiny-amid-budget-debate/live-74900469?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The German parliament is holding a major debate on government policies. Controversy is continuing over the government's pension plans. DW has more.

Germany news: New group of Afghans to land for resettlement - https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-new-group-of-afghans-to-land-for-resettlement/live-74815134?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Some 52 Afghans are flying from Pakistan, where their resettlement applications were approved. Meanwhile, Germany has pledged €1 billion to Brazil's rainforest fund.

Germany news: Police raid properties linked to bomb threats - https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-police-raid-properties-linked-to-bomb-threats/live-74875615?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
German police have carried out raids across the country after bomb threats were called in against schools and other public spaces. Meanwhile, the German economy has seen little movement in the past three months.

Germany proud but defeated as Spain retain Nations League - https://www.dw.com/en/germany-proud-but-defeated-as-spain-retain-nations-league/a-74978332?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Not too long ago, anything but winning was unacceptable for Germany's women's national team. But, despite a 3-0 loss to Spain in the Nations League final, a new generation are showing real signs of progression.

Germany secure 2026 World Cup spot with win over Slovakia - https://www.dw.com/en/germany-secure-2026-world-cup-spot-with-win-over-slovakia/a-74782115?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
After a big win against Slovakia, Germany have secured their spot at the 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Germany to host 2029 Women's European Championship - https://www.dw.com/en/germany-to-host-2029-women-s-european-championship/a-74996608?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Germany is to host its first major women's football tournament since 2011 after winning the bid to host the 2029 Euros.

Germany's industrial titans embrace the AI age - https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-industrial-titans-embrace-the-ai-age/a-74876661?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Siemens, BASF and VW have poured billions into AI to expand virtual factories, robot fleets and smart data centers. Catching up with the US and China will be a brutal feat, with thousands of jobs on the line.

Germany's schools failing to fight child sexual abuse - https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-schools-failing-to-fight-child-sexual-abuse/a-75002192?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Sexual abuse in German schools is rarely ever investigated, let alone prosecuted. Now, researchers have looked into the conditions that enable the abuse, why it often goes unreported, and what lessons can be learned.

Germany: Far-right AfD lawmakers accused of insulting women - https://www.dw.com/en/germany-far-right-afd-lawmakers-accused-of-insulting-women/a-75022139?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Female lawmakers have spoken out against "shocking insults" by lawmakers of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD). They see an increase in misogynistic heckling in the Bundestag.

Germany: Kessler Twins' death fuels assisted suicide debate - https://www.dw.com/en/germany-kessler-twins-death-fuels-assisted-suicide-debate/a-74839950?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The death of entertainers Alice and Ellen Kessler has sparked a fresh debate about assisted suicide in Germany. Much of the controversy centers on assisted dying organizations.

Global climate progress visible but major emitters lag, new report finds - https://www.dw.com/en/global-climate-progress-visible-but-major-emitters-lag-new-report-finds/a-74781925?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Renewables are booming and emissions are easing, yet fossil-fuel states are holding back momentum on slowing climate change. Who are the surprising leaders and laggers in the latest climate rankings?

Heavy fighting for Pokrovsk: Is Ukraine losing the city? - https://www.dw.com/en/heavy-fighting-for-pokrovsk-is-ukraine-losing-the-city/a-75024595?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Moscow claims it has occupied Pokrovsk. According to Ukrainian and Western observers, fighting for the city continues. How is the situation developing and what dangers exist for the nearby city of Myrnohrad?

Hitler's DNA: What analysis really reveals about the dictator’s health - https://www.dw.com/en/hitler-s-dna-what-analysis-really-reveals-about-the-dictator-s-health/a-74761371?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
According to a new British documentary, analysis of Hitler's DNA proves a rare sexual disorder and high risk of mental illness. But linking his behavior to genetics is problematic.

How Finland's nuclear power ambitions aim to wean the country off Russian energy - https://www.dw.com/en/how-finland-s-nuclear-power-ambitions-aim-to-wean-the-country-off-russian-energy/a-74691847?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
As Finland is striving to free itself from Russian energy imports, the country remains crucially dependent on its neighbor for fueling the transition.

How can we reduce CO2? - https://www.dw.com/en/how-can-we-reduce-co2/a-74557221?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Carbon dioxide from burning fossil fuels is causing climate change. From renewables and green tech to tackling deforestation, what will it take to turn the tide on emissions?

How criminals are trafficking illegal waste in Europe - https://www.dw.com/en/how-criminals-are-trafficking-illegal-waste-in-europe/a-74820092?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Massive mountains of waste near the Thames River in Oxfordshire, England, and in suburbs around Bucharest, Romania, reveal a hidden crisis: illegal waste dumps and the criminal gangs that profit from them.

How the Nuremberg Trials prosecuted Nazi war criminals - https://www.dw.com/en/how-the-nuremberg-trials-prosecuted-nazi-war-criminals/a-74776376?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
When the Allies brought senior Nazis leaders to trial in Nuremberg, it marked the first time that individuals, not just states, were held responsible for war crimes.

How the Orange Days were inspired by Dominican feminists - https://www.dw.com/en/how-the-orange-days-were-inspired-by-dominican-feminists/a-74713728?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The Mirabal sisters were murdered after resisting the Dominican Republic's sexist dictator Rafael Trujillo. Their bravery inspired the UN's International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.

Iranian FA drops plan to boycott 2026 World Cup draw - https://www.dw.com/en/iranian-fa-drops-plan-to-boycott-2026-world-cup-draw/a-74937847?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Iran is to be represented at Friday's draw for the 2026 World Cup. The country's FA had previously said it would boycott the draw after several members of its planned delegation were denied visas for the United States.

Is the gold rally a bubble about to burst? - https://www.dw.com/en/is-the-gold-rally-a-bubble-about-to-burst/a-74913059?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Investors are turning gold into a speculative asset by flooding gold markets with billions in capital, increasing the risk of becoming victims of their own success. But what is driving the boom?

Israel allowed to compete in 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, Netherlands, Spain, Ireland, Slovenia to boycott event - https://www.dw.com/en/israel-allowed-to-compete-in-2026-eurovision-song-contest-netherlands-spain-ireland-slovenia-to-boycott-event/a-75024188?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands and Slovenia have officially announced they will boycott Eurovision 2026 because of Israel's participation.

Italy approves Nord Stream suspect's Germany extradition - https://www.dw.com/en/italy-approves-nord-stream-suspect-s-germany-extradition/a-74813394?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Italy's highest court has upheld a lower court verdict approving the extradition of the suspected ringleader of the Nord Stream gas pipeline sabotage to Germany. The Ukrainian national's lawyer announced the news.

Judo: Russian athletes may compete under national flag - https://www.dw.com/en/judo-russian-athletes-may-compete-under-national-flag/a-74925226?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Judo's world governing body has dropped its ban on Russian athletes competing under their national flag. The measure had been imposed over Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

Leroy Sané helps Germany close in on World Cup spot - https://www.dw.com/en/leroy-sané-helps-germany-close-in-on-world-cup-spot/a-74754879?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Fans and the media were surprised and disappointed by Leroy Sané's return to the German team. However, the winger helped Germany secure a 2-0 win over Luxembourg.

Macron discusses Ukraine, trade with Xi in China - https://www.dw.com/en/macron-discusses-ukraine-trade-with-xi-in-china/a-75008451?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Emmanuel Macron has embarked on a three-day state visit to China. He is expected to urge Xi to help push Russia toward a ceasefire in Ukraine and discuss access to the Chinese market.

Mutirao: The Brazilian Indigenous concept that could change climate talks - https://www.dw.com/en/mutirao-the-brazilian-indigenous-concept-that-could-change-climate-talks/a-74734652?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Indigenous peoples around the world are vital to protecting forests yet are often shut out of climate policy decisions. At COP30, they hope world leaders will finally respond to their concerns.

NFL blossoms in Berlin, but are historic stadiums enough? - https://www.dw.com/en/nfl-blossoms-in-berlin-but-are-historic-stadiums-enough/a-74678660?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The NFL's first game in the German capital since 1994 was a major success for American football fans, but the country's stadiums are ageing fast.

Nadav Lapid's 'Yes' portrays Israel's 'madness' - https://www.dw.com/en/nadav-lapid-s-yes-portrays-israel-s-madness/a-74712622?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The Israeli director's latest film was created in the aftermath of October 7, 2023. He remains unflinchingly critical of his home country.

Newly discovered organ pieces by Johann Sebastian Bach - https://www.dw.com/en/newly-discovered-organ-pieces-by-johann-sebastian-bach/a-74808559?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Two previously unknown pieces by the German composer have been revealed by the Bach Archive in Leipzig — just in time for the research institute's 75th anniversary. And there are even more surprises.

November 9 pogroms showed coming Nazi brutality - https://www.dw.com/en/november-9-pogroms-showed-coming-nazi-brutality/a-46215163?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Jews saw thousands of their synagogues, shops and homes destroyed by Nazi-aligned mobs on the night of November 9, 1938. While the world was shocked, there were no strong reactions in the aftermath of the pogroms.

Obsessed with gold: A $12M toilet and Trump's Oval Office - https://www.dw.com/en/obsessed-with-gold-a-12m-toilet-and-trump-s-oval-office/a-74723261?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
While Donald Trump seems to have a special obsession with gold, he certainly isn't the first. A look at gold's timeless value and symbolic power, and how it can sometimes just be a little too much.

OpenAI loses song lyrics copyright case in German court - https://www.dw.com/en/openai-loses-song-lyrics-copyright-case-in-german-court/a-74698240?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
OpenAI lost a copyright infringement case in a lower German court for using popular song lyrics in its ChatGPT language model without paying royalties.

Palestine plays first-of-a-kind football friendly in Spain - https://www.dw.com/en/palestine-plays-first-of-a-kind-football-friendly-in-spain/a-74769599?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The Palestinian national team has never played a full international in Europe. But, on Saturday, it filled a stadium and the streets of Bilbao in a match against a Basque team keen to amplify its own cause.

Poland-Belarus: When human borders harm nature - https://www.dw.com/en/poland-belarus-when-human-borders-harm-nature/a-74823964?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Poland's controversial border fence is meant to deter irregular migration, but it also blocks wildlife movement in the unique Bialowieza forest. Scientists say it's damaging the ancient ecosystem and threatening lynx.

Portugal faces energy hurdles amid data center boom - https://www.dw.com/en/portugal-faces-energy-hurdles-amid-data-center-boom/a-74795599?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Portugal is attracting multibillion-euro data center projects that promise jobs and growth — but limited renewable power and rising environmental concerns threaten to derail the boom.

Putin 'morally responsible' for Sturgess' death — UK report - https://www.dw.com/en/putin-morally-responsible-for-sturgess-death-uk-report/a-75018812?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The conduct of all those involved in a Russian mission to kill a double agent in England was "astonishingly reckless," a UK report found. Dawn Sturgess, a British woman, died after an assassination attempt in 2018.

Putin, Modi hail friendly ties as Russian president visits India - https://www.dw.com/en/putin-modi-hail-friendly-ties-as-russian-president-visits-india/live-75008648?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Putin's visit to India comes at a time when Western sanctions are forcing Moscow to lean more heavily its decades-old ally and India faces increasing US pressure over purchase of Russian oil. DW has the latest.

Russia's disinformation campaign in Armenia gains momentum - https://www.dw.com/en/russia-s-disinformation-campaign-in-armenia-gains-momentum/a-74868051?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Russia is ramping up a disinformation campaign aimed at undermining Armenia's West-leaning government ahead of a parliamentary election in June 2026.

Russia: Appeal rejected for journalists tied to Navalny - https://www.dw.com/en/russia-appeal-rejected-for-journalists-tied-to-navalny/a-75019836?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
A Moscow court rejected an appeal by four Russian journalists, including two former DW reporters, convicted of ties to Alexei Navalny's anti-corruption foundation.

Russian cosmodrome damaged after Soyuz launch to International Space Station - https://www.dw.com/en/russian-cosmodrome-damaged-after-soyuz-launch-to-international-space-station/a-74932834?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The launch pad at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan was damaged after the Soyuz MS-28 mission lifted off.

Russian pro-Putin star gymnast Melnikova joins German club - https://www.dw.com/en/russian-pro-putin-star-gymnast-melnikova-joins-german-club/a-74752775?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
TSV Tittmoning-Chemnitz have enlisted the services of Russian gymnast Angelina Melnikova, who has publicly backed Russian President Vladimir Putin and his war in Ukraine.

Russian threats push Finland past EU budget deficit limit - https://www.dw.com/en/russian-threats-push-finland-past-eu-budget-deficit-limit/a-74917409?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Finland cut Russian energy imports and closed the shared border after the Ukraine war, erasing €12 billion in trade. The shocks deepened the Nordic nation's deficit, already strained by defense and welfare spending.

Series on life in East Germany wins International Emmy - https://www.dw.com/en/series-on-life-in-east-germany-wins-international-emmy/a-74887284?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The German children's series "In Fritzi's Footsteps — What Was Life Like in East Germany?" has won an International Emmy Award for its innovative depiction of the world behind the Berlin Wall.

Shein and Temu continue march across Europe as sales rise - https://www.dw.com/en/shein-and-temu-continue-march-across-europe-as-sales-rise/a-74626804?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Fast fashion and other cheap goods from China keep hitting Europe's shores. For authorities it is a logistical and regulatory headache and the EU is struggling to contain the overwhelming flood.

Should the sale of Nazi-era relics be banned? - https://www.dw.com/en/should-the-sale-of-nazi-era-relics-be-banned/a-74830299?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Public outcry has forced a German auction house to cancel the sale of Nazi memorabilia, including a Star of David with "signs of wear." How is the sale of Nazi-era artifacts regulated and who's buying them?

So many climate numbers. What do they all mean? - https://www.dw.com/en/so-many-climate-numbers-what-do-they-all-mean/a-74781952?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Even "numbers people" can be confused by the array of digits used to describe climate progress and failings. Here's what they really mean.

Solar energy protects German vineyards from climate change - https://www.dw.com/en/solar-energy-protects-german-vineyards-from-climate-change/a-74849301?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
As viticulture suffers from the effects of climate change, German researchers are experimenting with technology that fosters growth while also harvesting electricity.

Spain: Thousands of protesters call for Sanchez to resign - https://www.dw.com/en/spain-thousands-of-protesters-call-for-sanchez-to-resign/a-74960049?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Tens of thousands of people have taken to the streets in Madrid to call for the resignation of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez over allegations of corruption.

Starbucks to Burger King: US brands rethink China strategy - https://www.dw.com/en/starbucks-to-burger-king-us-brands-rethink-china-strategy/a-74727780?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
US multinationals are increasingly aiming to derisk from China amid souring trade ties. Complaints about red tape and favoritism mask a harsher truth: China's market is brutally competitive and local rivals are winning.

Switzerland: Voters reject climate tax in referendum - https://www.dw.com/en/switzerland-voters-reject-climate-tax-in-referendum/a-74959419?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
More than 78% of Swiss voters opposed the introduction of a new inheritance tax on multimillionaires, the proceeds of which would have been directed toward "socially just measures to combat the climate crisis."

Syrian refugees in Germany face pressure to return - https://www.dw.com/en/syrian-refugees-in-germany-face-pressure-to-return/a-74833167?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The heated debate about whether Syrians should return to their homeland to help rebuild after more than a decade of war is upsetting those who came as refugees — and their children, many of whom were born in Germany.

The unexpected coalition trying to force fossil fuels onto the agenda at COP30 - https://www.dw.com/en/the-unexpected-coalition-trying-to-force-fossil-fuels-onto-the-agenda-at-cop30/a-74751915?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Dozens of nations are pushing for a roadmap to phase out oil, coal and gas at the UN climate summit in Brazil. But a bloc of powerful oil-producing countries and industry lobbyists are putting up a fight.

Trump hires new architect for White House ballroom - https://www.dw.com/en/trump-hires-new-architect-for-white-house-ballroom/a-75025211?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The move comes after the $300 million project's original architect reportedly had disagreements with Trump, who rejected criticism over the project's financing, as well as its effects on the presidential residence.

Trump's transactional diplomacy alarms Japan, South Korea - https://www.dw.com/en/trump-s-transactional-diplomacy-alarms-japan-south-korea/a-75018312?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Key US allies Japan and South Korea will likely be looking carefully at signals from the Trump administration's recent moves on Ukraine and China.

Turkey football betting scandal: Arrest warrants issued - https://www.dw.com/en/turkey-football-betting-scandal-arrest-warrants-issued/a-74698309?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Several arrest warrants have been issued in connection with a betting scandal that has rocked Turkish football.

Turkey hotel deaths: Toxic phosphine gas under investigation - https://www.dw.com/en/turkey-hotel-deaths-toxic-phosphine-gas-under-investigation/a-74808781?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Reports now indicate chemical poisoning is behind the deaths of four family members on holiday in Istanbul. It's not the first time chemical fumigants have led to accidental deaths.

U-17 World Cup in Qatar: Injury risk and host's legacy - https://www.dw.com/en/u-17-world-cup-in-qatar-injury-risk-and-host-s-legacy/a-74625292?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
For the next five years, Qatar will host the Under-17 Men's World Cup on an annual basis. What does this mean for the teenagers playing and for the hosts?

UK tightens security for Maccabi Tel Aviv football match - https://www.dw.com/en/uk-tightens-security-for-maccabi-tel-aviv-football-match/a-74648771?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Away fans are not at the match in Birmingham, but several hundred police officers have been deployed. Protests supporting both Palestinians and Israelis are anticipated near the stadium, which is in a residential area.

US 'Cancer Alley' residents stand up to petrochemical giants - https://www.dw.com/en/us-cancer-alley-residents-stand-up-to-petrochemical-giants/a-74989493?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Residents say a dense cluster of industry on the banks of the Mississippi River is causing serious health problems. Now, as plastic production surges globally, they’re fighting for cleaner communities.

US Supreme Court revives pro-Republican Texas electoral map - https://www.dw.com/en/us-supreme-court-revives-pro-republican-texas-electoral-map/a-75025453?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The move allows Texas to use a new electoral map that advantages the Republican Party at next year's midterm elections.

US pushes Latin America trade as EU-Mercosur deal stalls - https://www.dw.com/en/us-pushes-latin-america-trade-as-eu-mercosur-deal-stalls/a-74896217?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The Trump administration is rushing to finalize new trade agreements with Latin American countries, increasing pressure on the European Union as it attempts to finalize its own Mercosur deal.

Udo Kier, German acting legend, dies at 81 - https://www.dw.com/en/udo-kier-german-acting-legend-dies-at-81/a-74864714?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Working with global directors from Lars von Trier to Gus Van Sant, German actor Udo Kier was a mainstay of international cinema since the 1960s. He died in California this week at the age of 81.

Ukraine updates: Germany says Russia resisting negotiated peace - https://www.dw.com/en/ukraine-updates-germany-says-russia-resisting-negotiated-peace/live-74992928?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Germany says that despite diplomatic efforts, Russia has not done enough to engage in negotiations to end its war in Ukraine. Meanwhile, Europe has reached a deal to phase out all Russian gas imports. DW has the latest.

Ukraine updates: US envoy Witkoff meets with Putin in Moscow - https://www.dw.com/en/ukraine-updates-us-envoy-witkoff-meets-with-putin-in-moscow/live-74975564?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
A revised version of a peace proposal was discussed in Moscow, after the Ukrainian leader said the current proposal "looks better" than the initial plan that had 28 points. DW has the latest.

Ukraine updates: Witkoff, Kushner to meet Ukrainian officials in Florida - https://www.dw.com/en/ukraine-updates-witkoff-kushner-to-meet-ukrainian-officials-in-florida/live-75023809?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
White House envoy Steve Witkoff and advisor Jared Kushner are due to meet with Ukrainian negotiators in Florida. The pair met Vladimir Putin in Moscow this week as the US pushes for peace in Ukraine. DW has more.

Unknown volcano eruption claimed as cause of Black Death - https://www.dw.com/en/unknown-volcano-eruption-claimed-as-cause-of-black-death/a-75021225?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Though its route through Central Asia remains elusive, two German researchers believe they have discovered how — and why — the plague made it to Medieval Europe.

Virus has killed almost 9 million birds ― and counting - https://www.dw.com/en/virus-has-killed-almost-9-million-birds-―-and-counting/a-74972319?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Authorities say bird flu poses a low risk to people right now, but in animals — both wild and domestic — it's causing global devastation. If left uncontrolled, it could also mutate into something far worse for humans.

What's gone wrong with Nigerian football? - https://www.dw.com/en/what-s-gone-wrong-with-nigerian-football/a-74829734?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The failure of Nigeria's men to qualify for a second consecutive World Cup has prompted criticism and raised serious questions about the country's player-development system.

What's the deal with the luxury Advent calendar craze? - https://www.dw.com/en/what-s-the-deal-with-the-luxury-advent-calendar-craze/a-74823371?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Luxury Advent calendars mash up tradition and modern consumer culture. But with exorbitant prices come high expectations — and sometimes spectacular PR disasters, such as Chanel's infamous Advent calendar.

Why Elon Musk’s trillion dollar Tesla pay deal hinges on robotaxis and AI bots - https://www.dw.com/en/why-elon-musk-s-trillion-dollar-tesla-pay-deal-hinges-on-robotaxis-and-ai-bots/a-74684756?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Musk's record-breaking pay deal was approved by Tesla shareholders after years of legal battles. It's tied to Tesla's robotic ambitions, but critics warn the new tech isn't remotely ready.

Why German youth embrace violence and extremism - https://www.dw.com/en/why-german-youth-embrace-violence-and-extremism/a-74946027?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Many young people in Germany have embraced religious and right-wing extremism. What can be done to combat the growing radicalization of children and young people?

Why a German pesticide maker sacrifices profits for being nice to insects - https://www.dw.com/en/why-a-german-pesticide-maker-sacrifices-profits-for-being-nice-to-insects/a-74869659?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
A philanthropic German business owner makes his money selling insecticides, which he campaigns for people not to use in order to protect biodiversity. Why?

Why some in Germany are wary of Google's data center plans - https://www.dw.com/en/why-some-in-germany-are-wary-of-google-s-data-center-plans/a-74718849?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Google plans to invest more than €5 billion into building and expanding data centers across Germany over the next few years. The significant commitment has drawn both praise and caution.

Why the North Korean women's football team is so good - https://www.dw.com/en/why-the-north-korean-women-s-football-team-is-so-good/a-70313505?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
North Korea's young female footballers have won back-to-back U17 World Cups. Why is the isolated state so good at the game?

Why the upcoming 'Wuthering Heights' film is accused of whitewashing - https://www.dw.com/en/why-the-upcoming-wuthering-heights-film-is-accused-of-whitewashing/a-74823087?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The upcoming movie adaptation of Emily Bronte's 1847 novel stars Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi. Fans of the Gothic novel have criticized the film's casting and "soft porn" tone.

Why undoing the EU's 2035 combustion engine ban spooks some in the auto sector - https://www.dw.com/en/why-undoing-the-eu-s-2035-combustion-engine-ban-spooks-some-in-the-auto-sector/a-74997750?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The EU will soon unveil a new plan to curb CO2 emissions in Europe's car sector, likely loosening an all-out 2035 ban of sales of combustion engine cars. But some businesses face more stringent electrification quotas.

Women's Euro 2029: Who will host? - https://www.dw.com/en/women-s-euro-2029-who-will-host/a-74884658?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
With UEFA set to select a host for the 2029 Women's European football Championship, DW fills you in on what you need to know.

World Cup 2026 draw: Trump, Infantino and a peace prize - https://www.dw.com/en/world-cup-2026-draw-trump-infantino-and-a-peace-prize/a-74973736?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The draw for the 2026 World Cup is on December 5, and Donald Trump will attend and pick up FIFA's new peace prize. Is FIFA President Gianni Infantino really a "close friend" of Trump, or just trying to stay onside?

"You've Had Her Long Enough": Egypt Says It's Time for Nefertiti to Come Home - https://www.spiegel.de/international/world/youve-had-her-long-enough-egypt-says-its-time-for-nefertiti-to-come-home-a-24701a5b-0da5-4255-839c-ce76551172a0#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
With the Grand Egyptian Museum now finished in Giza, pressure is mounting on Germany to finally return the famous bust of Queen Nefertiti. Berlin says it was acquired legally. But that argument isn't persuading the Egyptians.

America's Teetering Democracy: Trump's Thought Police Hit Their Stride - https://www.spiegel.de/international/world/americas-teetering-democracy-trumps-thought-police-hit-their-stride-a-f8766dd3-d95b-4e75-88fc-92085866210e#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
The murder of Charlie Kirk has fanned the flames of the Trump administration's lust for thought control. The hunt for his enemies and dissenters, long since begun, has entered a new and dangerous phase.

China's Mongolian Minority Facing Increased Pressure to Assimilate - https://www.spiegel.de/international/world/a-defeat-for-genghis-khan-chinas-mongolian-minority-facing-increased-pressure-to-assimilate-a-6ddea2f2-edf8-433f-84d9-87acad280a2d#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
Beijing long allowed Mongols in China to live out their cultural identity. That, though, is now over. Xi Jinping has decided that they must assimilate into the culture of the Chinese majority.

Confidential Conference on Ukraine Peace: "We Must Not Leave Ukraine and Volodymyr Alone with These Guys" - https://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/confidential-conference-on-ukraine-peace-we-must-not-leave-ukraine-and-volodymyr-alone-with-these-guys-a-a7b269ed-b6c2-4739-8e83-81552e097c14#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
DER SPIEGEL has obtained notes from a conference call involving EU leaders - including Germany's Friedrich Merz and France's Emmanuel Macron - showing just how little trust Europe has in Washington.

Critiquing DER SPIEGEL: The Four Dilemmas Facing Quality Journalism - https://www.spiegel.de/international/zeitgeist/critiquing-der-spiegel-the-four-dilemmas-facing-quality-journalism-a-303305e1-ca1d-40f6-82c3-7a3b17e9317f#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
Media is changing. Rapidly. Not only that, but information is suddenly everywhere, people are losing trust in news outlets and there is a growing exhaustion with crisis reporting. Serious journalism is under greater pressure than ever before. How is DER SPIEGEL reacting? A guest essay by Bernhard Poerksen

Director Nadav Lapid on Israel after Gaza: It Was Our Duty to Scream - https://www.spiegel.de/international/zeitgeist/director-nadav-lapid-on-israel-after-gaza-it-was-our-duty-to-scream-a-c1d7ef72-60ff-49f6-a4d4-801408751a34#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
Israeli society failed to stop the killing in Gaza. And we as artists were complicit, write Israeli filmmaker Nadav Lapid.

Donald Trump's Achilles Heel: The Epstein Curse Continues to Loom Large - https://www.spiegel.de/international/world/donald-trumps-achilles-heel-the-epstein-curse-continues-to-loom-large-a-803f933f-9612-4cc0-bda4-508f12a62327#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
Reality is sometimes even more shocking than conspiracy theories - as demonstrated by the Jeffrey Epstein case. U.S. President Donald Trump wants it to go away, but his erstwhile friendship with the sexual predator continues to overshadow his presidency. And even his followers are demanding that he release the files.

Drones over Poland: NATO and the EU Seek a Convincing Response to Russian Aggression - https://www.spiegel.de/international/world/drones-over-poland-nato-and-the-eu-seek-a-convincing-response-to-russian-aggression-a-6a2ff5af-6cd7-4cd1-86a3-989a246a8538#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
Russia has continued to provoke NATO and the EU. The drone incursion into Polish airspace earlier this month has Western leaders scrambling for answers. Putin, meanwhile, has made it clear he won't be backing down any time soon.

Expedition to the North Pole: Polar Researchers Fear an Ecological Collapse in the Arctic - https://www.spiegel.de/international/world/expedition-to-the-north-pole-polar-researchers-fear-an-ecological-collapse-in-the-arctic-a-640a73ff-0fcc-4593-9ab0-dae85ca146c6#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
The research ship Polarstern spent two months in the ice of the Arctic this summer. What they found could be evidence of an ecological collapse.

Germany's Queen Mum: Nostalgia for the Merkel Era Alive and Well - https://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/germanys-queen-mum-nostalgia-for-the-merkel-era-alive-and-well-a-4589f7df-b7d8-4e47-ad82-caa177e9156a#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
With every blunder from Chancellor Friedrich Merz, longing for the purported good, old days of Angela Merkel grows in Germany. Many miss her tone, her presence. Has Germany's Queen Mum noticed?

Growing Anti-Semitism: How Jews in Germany Are Dealing with a Changed Reality - https://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/growing-anti-semitism-how-jews-in-germany-are-dealing-with-a-changed-reality-a-47be4103-1700-4c72-a3fa-e3c7672fbc4b#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
Life has changed for Jews in Germany since the Hamas terror attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. Netanyahu's vicious war in Gaza has led to rising anti-Semitism and increased fear in the Jewish community. Three members of that community describe what it's like.

In and Out at the FSB: A Window into the Moscow Life of Wirecard's Jan Marsalek - https://www.spiegel.de/international/world/in-and-out-at-the-fsb-a-window-into-the-moscow-life-of-wirecards-jan-marsalek-a-9869d457-3d04-42d2-8e3c-3dc1fdd6c5f7#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
German police have been searching for years for Jan Marsalek, who is suspected of having embezzled billions of euros through Wirecard and thought to be working as an agent for the Russian intelligence agency FSB. DER SPIEGEL tracked him down in Moscow.

Operation Porcupine: Ukraine Develops New Tactics for the Never-Ending War - https://www.spiegel.de/international/world/operation-porcupine-ukraine-develops-new-tactics-for-the-never-ending-war-a-5e007334-2356-40a1-9b0e-d1c4de780ab5#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
Russian President Vladimir Putin appears uninterested in peace in Ukraine, and there is no end to the war in sight. Kyiv has increasingly reached the conclusion that the country must do all it can to guarantee its own security.

Project 2025 Author: "We Won't Let Anyone Stop US from Using Our Oil and Gas" - https://www.spiegel.de/international/world/project-2025-author-we-wont-let-anyone-stop-us-from-using-our-oil-and-gas-a-11d0e18b-b192-4de8-a4d6-8c15cdc0f476#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
She's not a big fan of electric cars and solar energy, but she does like coal: Diana Furchtgott-Roth is one of the leading authors of "Project 2025." DER SPIEGEL wanted to know more about how the Heritage Foundation strategist thinks.

Remnants of the War: Syrians from Germany Helping with Reconstruction - But Remain Wary of Moving Back - https://www.spiegel.de/international/world/remnants-of-the-war-syrians-from-germany-helping-with-reconstruction-but-remain-wary-of-moving-back-a-1ce0fca1-2ae1-4f1a-9eba-ef90f9cd699e#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
Architects, IT experts, doctors, engineers: Syrians from Germany are doing what they can to help with the reconstruction of their old homeland. But lingering security concerns and an attachment to their new home is keeping many from moving.

Trump's Crusaders: Christian Nationalists Are Gaining a Solid Foothold in Washington - https://www.spiegel.de/international/world/trumps-crusaders-christian-nationalists-are-gaining-a-solid-foothold-in-washington-a-643ab80d-fd36-4b45-924a-20fcef6b2e03#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
U.S. President Donald Trump has opened the doors of power to far-right Christian nationalists. Their goal: an American theocracy. The separation of church and state in America is at risk.

Trump's Prisoners in El Salvador: Returning Home from Hell - https://www.spiegel.de/international/world/trumps-prisoners-in-el-salvador-returning-home-from-hell-a-a238c1ee-e0cc-41e4-80f8-f68b8e76483d#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
Donald Trump deported the makeup artist Andry Hernández out of the U.S. and into a Salvadorian high-security prison. He has since been freed - and become a symbol for the erosion of the rule of law in the United States.

Winners and Losers of the AI Revolution: Artificial Intelligence Is Radically Changing the Employment Landscape - https://www.spiegel.de/international/business/winners-and-losers-of-the-ai-revolution-artificial-intelligence-is-radically-changing-the-employment-landscape-a-77b505e4-401b-448b-8593-b5fbef4054f2#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
Artificial intelligence is becoming a permanent element in the world of work, with Silicon Valley calling it the dawning of a new age. Many people are afraid of losing their job, but Germany is well-prepared.

AI-powered robots showcased at Tokyo trade show - http://www.euronews.com/video/2025/12/04/ai-powered-robots-showcased-at-tokyo-trade-show (Euronews – World Edition)
AI-powered robots are attracting crowds in Tokyo, showcasing the latest in robot technology. Highlights include a humanoid robot performing mock disaster tasks.

Are sperm banks in Denmark rejecting donors based on their IQ? - http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/12/04/are-sperm-banks-in-denmark-rejecting-donors-based-on-their-iq (Euronews – World Edition)
An online claim that Denmark requires sperm donors to have an IQ of 85 is false, although one sperm bank in the country, Donor Network, does use an IQ threshold.

At least four countries boycott 2026 Eurovision after EBU says Israel can take part - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/netherlands-and-spain-boycott-2026-eurovision-after-ebu-says-israel-can-take-part (Euronews – World Edition)
The contest, whose 70th edition is scheduled for Vienna in May, pits acts from dozens of nations against one another for the continent's musical crown.

Azerkhalcha highlights the heritage and future of Azerbaijani carpets - http://www.euronews.com/culture/2025/12/04/azerkhalcha-highlights-the-heritage-and-future-of-azerbaijani-carpets (Euronews – World Edition)
Azerkhalcha preserves Azerbaijan’s UNESCO-recognised carpet weaving tradition, empowering rural women and promoting centuries-old craftsmanship through global exhibitions and cultural partnerships.

Charity seeks £500,000 to repair Shakespeare family home after car crash - http://www.euronews.com/culture/2025/12/04/charity-seeks-500000-to-repair-shakespeare-family-home-after-car-crash (Euronews – World Edition)
The house in Stratford-upon-Avon already received a £1 million donation last year but a car crash in October further damaged the historic building.

EU Commission hits Meta with antitrust probe despite US pressure - http://www.euronews.com/business/2025/12/04/eu-commission-hits-meta-with-antitrust-probe-despite-us-pressure (Euronews – World Edition)
The tech giant is alleged to have abused its dominant position with rules on AI WhatsApp integration. The probe could further strain EU-US talks on European steel and aluminium, which have already been hit with steep US tariffs.

EU to fight drug trafficking with drones and cutting-edge technologies - http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/12/04/eu-to-fight-drug-trafficking-with-drones-and-cutting-edge-technologies (Euronews – World Edition)
Warning of a "crisis point", the European Commission has announced an action plan against criminal traffickers, with a focus on innovation.

Euronews exclusive: State tribunal for Poland's former PM and members of his government? - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/euronews-exclusive-state-tribunal-for-polands-former-pm-and-members-of-his-government (Euronews – World Edition)
Three former ministers, including then Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki, are alleged to have committed violations of the law in connection with their official functions.

Europe falls behind in AI adoption as Gen Z in emerging economies embrace it, OECD report - http://www.euronews.com/next/2025/12/04/europe-falls-behind-in-ai-adoption-as-gen-z-in-emerging-economies-embrace-it-oecd-report (Euronews – World Edition)
Generation Z and young millennials in the Global South are embracing AI at much higher rates than their European counterparts, according to a new survey from the OECD.

Europe's new linkage is a dangerous fantasy - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/europes-new-linkage-is-a-dangerous-fantasy (Euronews – World Edition)
The future of European stability lies not in the Middle East, but in Europe’s own willingness to confront the challenges it has allowed to grow unchecked for far too long, MK Ohad Tal writes in an opinion article for Euronews.

European Commission keeps Portuguese lithium mine 'strategic' status despite environmental concerns - http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/12/04/european-commission-keeps-portuguese-lithium-mine-strategic-status-despite-environmental-c (Euronews – World Edition)
The European Union is prioritising domestic production of key raw materials to manufacture electric vehicles without becoming reliant on other world powers.

European Investment Bank Group backs Commission's AI gigafactory plan - http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/12/04/european-investment-bank-group-backs-commissions-ai-gigafactory-plan (Euronews – World Edition)
With €20 billion in public funding and EIB support, the European Commission is planning giant AI facilities to give companies and startups access to the massive computing power they need to keep up in the tech race.

Eurovision crisis: Will there be a vote on Israel’s participation in the 2026 song contest? - http://www.euronews.com/culture/2025/12/04/eurovision-crisis-will-there-be-a-vote-on-israels-participation-in-the-2026-song-contest (Euronews – World Edition)
Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest is being debated at a two-day meeting of member broadcasters in Geneva starting today. Eurovision could vote on Israel’s involvement as more countries threaten boycott next year’s event in Austria.

Exploring Tokyo through its chefs, markets and the stories shaping its evolving food scene - http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/12/04/exploring-tokyo-through-its-chefs-markets-and-the-stories-shaping-its-evolving-food-scene (Euronews – World Edition)
Two renowned Tokyo chefs, Kimio Nonaga and Yahei Suzuki, open a window into the city’s culinary heritage, from centuries-old neighbourhoods to bustling markets and contemporary inspirations.

Five killed in Israeli strike on Gaza in response to attack on its soldiers - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/five-killed-in-israeli-strike-on-gaza-in-response-to-attack-on-its-soldiers (Euronews – World Edition)
Meanwhile, Israel says it would open up the Rafah border crossing with Egypt, which would allow Palestinians to leave the Strip.

Former Venezuelan spy chief says Maduro runs 'narco-terrorist organisation' - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/former-venezuelan-spy-chief-says-maduro-runs-narco-terrorist-organisation (Euronews – World Edition)
Hugo Carvajal, former Venezuelan intelligence chief, has accused Nicolás Maduro's government of being a "narco-terrorist organisation" and offered to cooperate with US authorities.

Friedrich Merz will meet Belgian prime minister to unblock reparations loan - http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/12/04/friedrich-merz-will-meet-belgian-prime-minister-to-unblock-reparations-loan (Euronews – World Edition)
The crisis meeting between the German chancellor and the Belgian premier is aimed at unblocking the reparations loan to Ukraine. It comes as Ursula von der Leyen offered sweeping guarantees to protect Belgium.

GSMA’s Mobile World Congress debuts in Doha, marking a MENA milestone - http://www.euronews.com/business/2025/12/04/gsmas-mobile-world-congress-debuts-in-doha-marking-a-mena-milestone (Euronews – World Edition)
GSMA’s Mobile World Congress debuts in Doha, Qatar. MWC25 Doha connects regional and international stakeholders across telecoms, government, enterprise, and investment sectors. How has the GCC has become a leading testbed for startups and innovation, powering up the next generation of connectivity?

In Goma, skepticism and fear persist as Congo–Rwanda peace deal is finalized in Washington - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/in-goma-skepticism-and-fear-persist-as-congorwanda-peace-edal-is-finalized-in-washington (Euronews – World Edition)
On the frontline, both sides accuse each other of violating the cease-fire. The Congolese army says rebels reignited hostilities, while AFC-M23 counters that government forces bombed their positions

Lithuanian court convicts leader of a governing party of inciting hatred against Jews - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/lithuanian-court-convicts-leader-of-a-governing-party-of-inciting-hatred-against-jews (Euronews – World Edition)
The district court in Vilnius found that Remigijus Žemaitaitis incited hatred against Jews and grossly downplayed Nazi Germany's crimes.

Major study on catastrophic cost of climate change retracted - but revised figures remain alarming - http://www.euronews.com/green/2025/12/04/major-study-on-catastrophic-cost-of-climate-change-retracted-but-revised-figures-remain-al (Euronews – World Edition)
Authors have pulled a 2024 climate study after admitting that data errors had led them to overstate their findings.

Malaria deaths rose last year as funding cuts risk resurgence, WHO warns - http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/12/04/malaria-deaths-rose-last-year-as-funding-cuts-risk-resurgence-who-warns (Euronews – World Edition)
The mosquito-borne disease is one of the world’s biggest public health challenges.

Meet the luxury night bus company redefining overland travel across Europe - http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/12/04/a-new-night-bus-network-is-coming-to-europe-and-its-interiors-are-seriously-stylish (Euronews – World Edition)
The 21 seats have been modelled on those found in business class on planes.

Meta starts removing accounts for under-16s ahead of Australia social media ban - http://www.euronews.com/next/2025/12/04/meta-starts-removing-accounts-for-under-16s-ahead-of-australia-social-media-ban (Euronews – World Edition)
Under-16s on Meta platforms are starting to have their accounts removed ahead of Australia’s world-first social media ban.

Olympic flame lights up Parthenon before heading to Milan Cortina Winter Games - http://www.euronews.com/video/2025/12/04/olympic-flame-lights-up-parthenon-before-heading-to-milan-cortina-winter-games (Euronews – World Edition)
The Olympic flame spent the night at the Parthenon before being handed to Milan Cortina Winter Games officials, marking a moment of tradition amidst preparation challenges.

Poland invests €2.3 billion in Swedish submarines to modernise navy - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/poland-invests-23-billion-in-swedish-submarines-to-modernise-navy (Euronews – World Edition)
Poland is strengthening its presence in the Baltic Sea by investing in modern submarines. In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Lieutenant General Jaroslaw Gromadzinski stressed the importance of this decision for the security of the region and Europe.

Rosalía announces massive ‘LUX’ 2026 world tour with dates in Europe, North and South America - http://www.euronews.com/culture/2025/12/04/rosalia-announces-massive-lux-2026-world-tour-with-dates-in-europe-north-and-south-america (Euronews – World Edition)
Rosalía has announced a huge world tour for 2026, which will be her biggest run of headline gigs to date. Here's where you can catch her in Europe next year - and when to start booking tickets.

Russia reportedly blocks Apple’s FaceTime. Here’s what we know - http://www.euronews.com/next/2025/12/04/russia-reportedly-blocks-apples-facetime-heres-what-we-know (Euronews – World Edition)
The decision comes as Moscow, locked in a standoff with the West over Ukraine, is seeking more control over the internet.

Russia sent abducted Ukrainian children to North Korea, officials say - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/russia-sent-abducted-ukrainian-children-to-north-korea-officials-say (Euronews – World Edition)
At least two Ukrainian children abducted by Russian forces were forcefully transferred to North Korea, Kyiv officials said at the US senate hearing.

Russia's president 'morally responsible' for UK Novichok death, inquiry finds - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/russias-president-morally-responsible-for-uk-novichok-death-inquiry-finds (Euronews – World Edition)
Dawn Sturgess died after coming into contact with the Novichok nerve agent which was stored in a perfume bottle in an assassination attempt on double agent Sergei Skripal in Salisbury.

Second courthouse theft in Istanbul sees firearms stolen after gold and silver heist - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/second-courthouse-theft-in-istanbul-sees-firearms-stolen-after-gold-and-silver-heist (Euronews – World Edition)
Days after a court clerk fled to the UK with millions in stolen gold and silver from a courthouse vault, Turkey is now shaken by another heist, this time involving firearms stolen from the evidence room of an Istanbul courthouse.

Social agenda is 'existential' for the EU, Commissioner Mînzatu tells Euronews - http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/12/04/social-agenda-is-existential-for-the-eu-commissioner-minzatu-tells-euronews (Euronews – World Edition)
European Commission VP Roxana Mînzatu told Euronews' morning show Europe Today that European competitiveness need not come at the expense of workers' rights.

Spanish police arrest 11 over alleged smuggling of 300 mostly Nepalese foreign workers - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/spanish-police-arrest-11-over-alleged-smuggling-of-300-mostly-nepalese-foreign-workers (Euronews – World Edition)
In a statement, police said most of those smuggled had entered on tourist visas, including for other countries within the European Union's Schengen area.

The last supermoon of the year is here. Here's how to spot it - http://www.euronews.com/next/2025/12/04/the-last-supermoon-of-the-year-is-here-heres-how-to-spot-it (Euronews – World Edition)
You will not need any special equipment – just clear skies, a decent set of a eyes, and a good view of the horizon.

The most mispronounced words of 2025: Are you saying them correctly? - http://www.euronews.com/culture/2025/12/04/the-most-mispronounced-words-of-2025-are-you-saying-them-correctly (Euronews – World Edition)
From the election of Zohran Mamdani to a Parisian jewel heist, language-learning company Babbel and closed-captioning company The Captioning Group have compiled some of 2025’s most mispronounced words.

Two dozen NGO workers go on trial in Greece for assisting migrant boat arrivals - http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/12/04/two-dozen-ngo-workers-go-on-trial-in-greece-for-assisting-migrant-boat-arrivals (Euronews – World Edition)
Humanitarians say the case epitomises a broader European crackdown on individuals and organisations assisting migrants and asylum seekers.

UK and Norway form naval alliance to protect undersea cables and hunt Russian submarines - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/uk-and-norway-form-naval-alliance-to-protect-undersea-cables-and-hunt-russian-submarines (Euronews – World Edition)
NATO's senior expert on cyber and hybrid threats said last year that persistent attacks on undersea cables across Europe is "the most active threat" to Western infrastructure.

US demand keeps Swiss watch sales ticking despite hefty tariffs - http://www.euronews.com/business/2025/12/04/us-demand-keeps-swiss-watch-sales-ticking-despite-hefty-tariffs (Euronews – World Edition)
Despite US duties reaching up to 39% on Swiss goods, watches of Switzerland posted higher sales and profits, insisting that demand for top-end watches and jewellery remains resilient.

Which EU country speaks the best English as a second language? - http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/12/04/which-eu-country-speaks-the-best-english-as-a-second-language (Euronews – World Edition)
English remains the world's international language of communication, yet new research shows that EU citizens' reading and listening skills are better than their speaking and writing.

World risks 'disintegration of the international order' as Macron urges Xi to back Ukraine peace - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/world-risks-disintegration-of-the-international-order-as-macron-urges-xi-to-back-ukraine-p (Euronews – World Edition)
China has provided strong diplomatic support to Russia since its 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine and has also extended an economic lifeline through increased trade.

AJ Bell boss warns over ‘absolutely bonkers’ Isa charge - https://www.ft.com/content/4fce16fe-f204-4191-b551-cb94137708e0 (Financial Times – World News)
Charge on cash in stocks-and-shares Isas ‘essentially a tax’, Michael Summersgill says

Donald Trump announces ‘historic’ peace treaty between Rwanda and DR Congo - https://www.ft.com/content/d0d64bc4-678f-4879-9a8c-d2d4d1f7f67f (Financial Times – World News)
The central African nations ink deals giving US companies access to Kinshasa’s minerals and seeking to end 30 years of conflict

Farage brands BBC ‘despicable’ after tense clash over antisemitism allegations - https://www.ft.com/content/7db6a618-cc0c-4a4d-8d93-666675b1a38d (Financial Times – World News)
Reform UK leader insisted at a press conference that he had never said anything racist ‘with malice’

Labour is slow-marching working people to populism - https://www.ft.com/content/1052957c-90ef-4e00-b599-e45643c5c8e4 (Financial Times – World News)
Insurgent parties to left and right peddle nonsense economics but enjoy dramatically rising support

Meta set to slash spending on metaverse as Zuckerberg shifts focus to AI - https://www.ft.com/content/d8e798a8-65db-44f1-8490-035b50303ee3 (Financial Times – World News)
Social media company considers cutting unit’s budget by as much as 30%

OpenAI’s ‘code red’ moment - https://www.ft.com/content/780b9b62-81ca-4a1f-bb1d-0226d0a719a8 (Financial Times – World News)
Rallying call by Sam Altman raises questions over the company’s priorities in the new phases of competition

Reform UK receives record £9mn donation from Christopher Harborne - https://www.ft.com/content/db73535f-7d9d-4586-b53a-a690d3b0e36d (Financial Times – World News)
Nigel Farage’s party attracts far more funding than Labour and the Conservatives

Trustpilot shares plummet after short seller alleges ‘mafia-style’ practices - https://www.ft.com/content/5b0765ef-5a81-4388-8d0f-9f3cd2e04c3d (Financial Times – World News)
Grizzly Research claims that online review site pressured companies to subscribe to improve their ratings

UK workers set to get unlimited compensation for unfair dismissal - https://www.ft.com/content/12e264ad-31b5-43cf-912e-4e6124615a67 (Financial Times – World News)
Government plans to lift current limit of £118,000

HGC: в Красном море повреждены четыре кабеля глобального интернета - http://www.gazeta.ru/tech/2024/03/05/18377935.shtml (Gazeta.ru – Первые новости)
Пользователи со всего мира жалуются на проблемы с доступом к соцсетям - одновременно перестали работать Facebook*, Instagram, YouTube, некоторые сервисы Google и другие приложения. Сбои могут быть связаны с перегрузкой, которая возникает на оставшихся в Красном море кабелях связи. В конце февраля хуситы перебили четыре линии, соединявшие Европу, Африку и Азию.

Американская актриса Ева Мендес отмечает 50-летие - http://www.gazeta.ru/photo/18376837/eva-mendes-bday-55.shtml (Gazeta.ru – Первые новости)
Американская актриса и модель Ева Мендес родилась 5 марта 1974 года в Майами в семье кубинских иммигрантов. Вскоре семья перебралась в Лос-Анджелес. После школы Ева пошла учиться на дизайнера интерьеров в Университет штата Калифорния, но ...

Госдеп сообщил о скорой отставке замгоссекретаря США Нуланд, ее пост займет Басс - http://www.gazeta.ru/politics/2024/03/05/18377485.shtml (Gazeta.ru – Первые новости)
"Архитектор" политики Вашингтона по Украине Виктория Нуланд уходит в отставку. Пост замгоссекретаря США она покинет в ближайшие недели, сообщил глава Госдепа Энтони Блинкен. Нуланд проработала на госслужбе более 35 лет при шести президентах США, все это время ее карьера была неразрывно связана с Украиной и Россией. Чем запомнилась "дама с печеньками" - в материале "Газеты.Ru".

Директор СВР Нарышкин: Навальный умер своей смертью - http://www.gazeta.ru/politics/2024/03/05/18378073.shtml (Gazeta.ru – Первые новости)
Глава Службы внешней разведки России Сергей Нарышкин дал интервью YouTube-каналу "Соловьев Live", в котором рассказал, кто подорвал "Северные потоки" и какие договоренности есть у российской разведки с ЦРУ, а также о том, что он думает о смерти Алексея Навального и военных действиях на Украине. Главное из беседы с главой СВР - в материале "Газеты.Ru".

Как изменились российские города за 20 лет - http://www.gazeta.ru/russiaforpeople/recreation.shtml (Gazeta.ru – Первые новости)
В 1990-е годы российские города представляли собой печальное зрелище — ветшающее жилье, заброшенные парки, городские улицы, напоминающие восточный базар. Но за 20 лет на смену унылым "панелькам" пришли современные многоквартирные дома с площадками для воркаута. Теперь гулять в парке — это не значит рисковать жизнью. О том, как изменился облик российских городов, — в новой главе проекта "Газеты.Ru" "Россия для людей".

МУС впервые выдал ордера на арест российских военачальников Кобылаша и Соколова - http://www.gazeta.ru/politics/2024/03/05/18377203.shtml (Gazeta.ru – Первые новости)
Международный уголовный суд в Гааге выдал ордера на арест командующего дальней авиацией России Сергея Кобылаша и командующего Черноморским флотом РФ адмирала Виктора Соколова. По версии суда, Соколов и Кобылаш ответственны за удары по объектам украинской энергетической инфраструктуры. Россия юрисдикцию МУС не признает, а в Минобороны РФ не раз подчеркивали, что военные не наносят ударов по гражданским объектам.

A Chalon-sur-Saône, une réindustrialisation réussie qui pourrait faire école - https://www.lemonde.fr/economie/article/2025/12/04/a-chalon-sur-saone-une-reindustrialisation-reussie-qui-pourrait-faire-ecole_6656014_3234.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
La ville de Saône-et-Loire a su recréer un tissu industriel fort sur l’ancienne friche de l’usine Kodak, démolie en 2008. Un chantier mené par l’ex-président de l’agglomération et actuel ministre de l’industrie, Sébastien Martin, qui compte s’en inspirer sur le plan national, alors que la réindustrialisation marque le pas.

Après l’attaque de membres de la garde nationale à Washington, les Etats-Unis réduisent la durée des permis de travail pour les immigrés - https://www.lemonde.fr/international/article/2025/12/05/apres-l-attaque-de-membres-de-la-garde-nationale-a-washington-les-etats-unis-reduisent-la-duree-des-permis-de-travail-pour-les-immigres_6656047_3210.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
La durée maximale des permis de travail est ramenée de cinq ans à dix-huit mois pour toute une série de catégories d’immigrés, dont les réfugiés et les demandeurs d’asile.

Au Burkina Faso, la junte va rétablir la peine de mort - https://www.lemonde.fr/international/article/2025/12/04/au-burkina-faso-la-junte-va-retablir-la-peine-de-mort_6656031_3210.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
Le projet de loi sur la réforme du code pénal porté par le régime militaire burkinabé sanctionne également « la promotion et les pratiques homosexuelles ». La peine capitale n’était plus appliquée dans le pays depuis la fin des années 1980.

Chez les milliardaires, la « grande transmission » a déjà commencé - https://www.lemonde.fr/economie/article/2025/12/04/chez-les-milliardaires-la-grande-transmission-a-deja-commence_6656018_3234.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
Le nombre d’ultrariches continue d’augmenter, et à un rythme plus soutenu, selon le rapport annuel d’UBS sur le sujet. En 2025, ils sont 287 à avoir grossi les rangs des quelque 3 000 milliardaires dans le monde, de plus en plus par héritage. D’ici à 2040, les très grandes fortunes transmettront un total d’environ 5 900 milliards de dollars de patrimoine, d’après la banque.

Donald Trump et les présidents du Rwanda et de la RDC signent un accord de paix à Washington - https://www.lemonde.fr/afrique/article/2025/12/04/donald-trump-et-les-presidents-du-rwanda-et-de-la-rdc-signent-un-accord-de-paix-a-washington_6656044_3212.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
« Cela va être un grand miracle », a déclaré le président américain, qui a vanté, jeudi, un accord « puissant et détaillé ». D’intenses combats font toujours rage dans l’est de la République démocratique du Congo.

En Lituanie, l’extrême droite à l’offensive contre l’audiovisuel public - https://www.lemonde.fr/international/article/2025/12/04/en-lituanie-l-extreme-droite-a-l-offensive-contre-l-audiovisuel-public_6656037_3210.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
A l’initiative du parti Nemuno Ausra, membre de la coalition au pouvoir à Vilnius, un amendement qui risque de fragiliser l’indépendance des médias publics est en discussion au Parlement. Très mobilisés, les journalistes lituaniens appellent à une grande manifestation le 9 décembre.

Etats-Unis : le poseur présumé de bombes la veille de l’assaut du Capitole arrêté - https://www.lemonde.fr/international/article/2025/12/04/etats-unis-le-poseur-presume-de-bombes-la-veille-de-l-assaut-du-capitole-arrete_6656041_3210.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
L’homme est poursuivi pour avoir posé des bombes artisanales devant les sièges des partis républicain et démocrate en janvier 2021. Il s’agit de la première arrestation annoncée en plus de quatre ans dans ce dossier.

Eurovision : Israël autorisé à concourir, plusieurs pays annoncent leur boycott - https://www.lemonde.fr/musiques/article/2025/12/04/eurovision-pas-de-vote-sur-la-participation-d-israel-qui-pourra-concourir-en-2026_6656028_1654986.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
Les membres de l’Union européenne de radio-télévision ont voté jeudi pour une série de modifications du règlement du concours rendant « éligibles » tous les membres souhaitant y participer.

Face à Emmanuel Macron, Xi Jinping ne lâche rien sur l’Ukraine - https://www.lemonde.fr/international/article/2025/12/04/face-a-emmanuel-macron-xi-jinping-ne-lache-rien-sur-l-ukraine_6656040_3210.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
Le président français a tenté une nouvelle fois de pousser la Chine à faire pression sur Moscou pour mettre fin à la guerre en Ukraine. Mais Pékin, qui soutient l’effort de guerre russe en livrant des composants, refuse de s’impliquer davantage.

Le Sénat adopte la partie « recettes » du budget de l’Etat, après l’avoir remaniée - https://www.lemonde.fr/politique/article/2025/12/04/le-senat-adopte-la-partie-recettes-du-budget-de-l-etat-apres-l-avoir-remaniee_6656012_823448.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
La Chambre haute, dominée par la droite et ses alliés centristes, a voté ce volet par 198 voix contre 105, confirmant la solidité de sa majorité, qui entend désormais trouver des économies supplémentaires dans la partie dépenses.

Mary Ramos, magicienne des bandes originales de Quentin Tarantino - https://www.lemonde.fr/culture/article/2025/12/04/mary-ramos-magicienne-des-bandes-originales-de-quentin-tarantino_6656035_3246.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
La superviseuse musicale américaine dévoile les contours de son métier, rouage essentiel mais méconnu des BO de film.

Quand une polémique et une plainte du ministère de l’intérieur dopent les commandes du jeu Fachorama - https://www.lemonde.fr/societe/article/2025/12/04/quand-une-polemique-et-une-plainte-du-ministere-de-l-interieur-dopent-les-ventes-du-jeu-fachorama_6656024_3224.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
Ce jeu, lancé par la maison d’édition Libertalia, a été vivement critiqué par le syndicat Alliance, qui dénonce une « insulte » contre la police, l’un des personnages étant un « flic raciste de la BAC ».

Sainte-Soline : pourquoi la justice a classé sans suite les plaintes de quatre manifestants blessés et enquête sur les « tirs tendus » - https://www.lemonde.fr/societe/article/2025/12/04/sainte-soline-pourquoi-la-justice-a-classe-sans-suite-les-plaintes-de-quatre-manifestants-blesses-et-enquete-sur-les-tirs-tendus_6656039_3224.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
Si les enquêteurs de l’inspection générale de la gendarmerie nationale ont pu confirmer que les blessures ont toutes été causées par des gendarmes le 25 mars 2023, ils ne sont pas parvenus à identifier les tireurs responsables, selon le procureur de Rennes.

Une commission du Vatican exclut l’ordination de femmes diacres, sans clore le débat - https://www.lemonde.fr/religions/article/2025/12/04/vatican-la-commission-sur-le-diaconat-feminin-exclut-l-ordination-des-femmes-mais-ne-clot-pas-le-debat_6656043_1653130.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
Le pape François avait créé cette commission en 2020, sous la direction du cardinal Giuseppe Petrocchi, afin d’examiner la question du diaconat féminin dans un contexte de vifs débats sur la place de la femme dans l’Eglise.

« Ne pas prendre mon lit avec moi lorsque j’ai emménagé avec mon amoureux, ça aurait signifié accepter que je ne vivrais plus seule » - https://www.lemonde.fr/intimites/article/2025/12/04/les-papiers-peints-et-les-rideaux-sont-laids-mais-cet-appartement-est-deja-mien_6655917_6190330.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
« Remue-ménages ». Synonyme à la fois de renoncement et de nouveau départ, un déménagement n’est jamais anodin. Après des mois de dialogue pour conjurer ses peurs, Suzanne, 27 ans, a emménagé avec son compagnon. Une expérience de vie à deux, encore meilleure qu’anticipé.

« Nouveaux OGM » : ce que leur dérégulation pourrait changer pour l’agriculture européenne - https://www.lemonde.fr/planete/article/2025/12/04/nouveaux-ogm-ce-que-la-decision-de-bruxelles-sur-leur-deregulation-pourrait-changer-pour-l-agriculture-europeenne_6656032_3244.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
L’accord conclu entre le Parlement, la Commission et le Conseil prévoit que des semences issues des nouvelles techniques génomiques pourront entrer sur le marché européen sans étiquetage ni évaluation des risques, et seront couvertes par des brevets d’invention.

« The Abandons » : mères cruelles dans l’Ouest sauvage - https://www.lemonde.fr/culture/article/2025/12/04/the-abandons-meres-cruelles-dans-l-ouest-sauvage_6656033_3246.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
Emmené par Gillian Anderson et Lena Headey, le western du créateur de la série « Sons of Anarchy » cherche à bousculer les clichés du genre, au risque d’en créer de nouveaux.

« Tyrannosaurus rex » : ses ados étaient en fait des adultes d’une autre espèce - https://www.lemonde.fr/sciences/article/2025/12/04/tyrannosaurus-rex-ses-ados-etaient-en-fait-des-adultes-d-une-autre-espece_6656036_1650684.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
Deux études scientifiques contredisent coup sur coup l’idée que certains spécimens seraient des « T. rex » immatures. Elles suggèrent une plus grande diversité des tyrannosauridés peu avant la disparition des dinosaures non aviens.

10-летнего россиянина госпитализировали после конкурса с лазером на дне рождения - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/10-letnego-rossiyanina-gospitalizirovali-posle-konkursa-s-lazerom-na-dne-rozhdeniya/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

5 декабря: какой праздник отмечают в России и мире - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/5-dekabrya-kakoy-prazdnik-segodnya-otmechayut-v-rossii-i-mire/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)
5 декабря в России отмечают День начала контрнаступления советских войск против гитлеровцев в битве под Москвой, а в мире — День почв и День добровольцев. «Лента.ру» рассказывает, какие еще праздники отмечают 5 декабря 2025 года в России и в других странах, а также напоминает, кто из знаменитостей родился в этот день.

55-летний турист вломился в студенческую квартиру ночью в поисках девушки для секса - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/55-letniy-turist-vlomilsya-v-studencheskuyu-kvartiru-nochyu-v-poiskah-devushki-dlya-seksa/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Twitch оштрафовали в России - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/twitch-oshtrafovali-v-rossii/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

«Будет сюрприз». Захарова рассказала о жестком ответе на изъятие российских активов в Европе - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/budet-syurpriz-zaharova-rasskazala-o-zhestkom-otvete-rossii-na-iz-yatie-aktivov-v-evrope/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

«Галатасарай» потребовал возбудить уголовное дело против взявшего себя за гениталии игрока - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/galatasaray-potreboval-vozbudit-ugolovnoe-delo-protiv-vzyavshego-sebya-za-genitalii-igroka/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

«Евровидение» подверглось бойкоту из-за Израиля - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/evrovidenie-podverglos-boykotu-iz-za-izrailya/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

«Схема Долиной» распространилась на собственников-алкоголиков - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/shema-dolinoy-rasprostranilas-na-sobstvennikov-alkogolikov/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Авербух оценил шансы Петросян выиграть Олимпиаду-2026 - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/averbuh-otsenil-shansy-petrosyan-vyigrat-olimpiadu-2026/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Адвокат объяснил истребование Верховным судом материалов по делу Долиной - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/advokat-ob-yasnil-istrebovanie-verhovnym-sudom-dela-dolinoy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Аналитик объяснил предложение Макрона о моратории на удары по энергетике Украины - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/analitik-ob-yasnil-predlozhenie-makrona-vvesti/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Аналитик раскрыл подробности будущих переговоров США и Украины - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/analitik-raskryl-podrobnosti-buduschih-peregovorov-ssha-i-ukrainy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Атеистка рассказала о встрече с Богом после аварии на мотоцикле - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/ateistka-vstretilas-s-bogom-posle-avarii-na-mototsikle/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Британия захотела передать Украине активы России на миллиарды долларов - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/britaniya-zahotela-peredat-ukraine-aktivy-rossii-na-milliardy-dollarov/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Бывший советник Пентагона дал совет Украине насчет мирной сделки - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-ssha-ukazali-ukraine-na-ee-tyazheloe-polozhenie-na-fronte/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В FIS предупредили о наказании за дискриминацию в отношении россиян - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-fis-predupredili-o-nakazanii-za-diskriminatsiyu-v-otnoshenii-rossiyan/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В Британии заметили отличие между визитами Путина и Стармера в Индию - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/v-britanii-rasskazali-ob-otlichii-mezhdu-vizitami-putina-i-starmera-v-indiyu/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В Германии рассказали о секретных переговорах с Россией по налаживанию отношений - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-germanii-rasskazali-o-sekretnyh-peregovorah-s-rossiey-po-nalazhivaniyu-otnosheniy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В Германии рассказали об угрозе жизни Зеленского - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-germanii-rasskazali-ob-ugroze-zhizni-zelenskogo/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В Госдуме озвучили размер выплаты к страховой пенсии - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/v-gosdume-ozvuchili-razmer-vyplaty-k-strahovoy-pensii/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В Европе задумались о новом плане по Украине - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-evrope-zadumalis-o-razrabotke-sobstvennogo-plana-po-ukraine/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В Европе подвели итоги противостояния с Россией - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/v-evrope-podveli-itogi-protivostoyaniya-s-rossiey/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В Италии оценили слова Путина о войне с Европой - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-italii-otsenili-slova-putina-o-voyne-s-evropoy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В Киеве продолжили «дерусификацию» - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-kieve-prodolzhili-derusifikatsiyu/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В Киеве раздались взрывы - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/v-kieve-razdalis-vzryvy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В МИД России пообещали ответить на новые санкции Британии - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-mid-rossii-poobeschali-otvetit-na-novye-sanktsii-britanii/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В МИД назвали варварством одно решение Латвии - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-mid-nazvali-varvarstvom-odno-reshenie-latvii/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В Польше предложили молодых украинцев в подарок Киеву - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-polshe-predlozhili-molodyh-ukraintsev-v-podarok-kievu/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В Раде рассказали об укрывающемся от обвинений НАБУ главе переговорной делегации Украины - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-rade-rasskazali-ob-ukryvayuschemsya-ot-obvineniy-nabu-glave-peregovornoy-delegatsii-ukrainy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В России захотели установить памятник бойцам из Северной Кореи - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-rossii-zahoteli-ustanovit-pamyatnik-boytsam-iz-severnoy-korei/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В России объявлены цены на полноприводный Tenet T4 - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-rossii-ob-yavleny-tseny-na-polnoprivodnyy-tenet-t4/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В России объяснили слова Трампа об ухудшении условий для Украины - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-rossii-ob-yasnili-slova-trampa-ob-uhudshenii-usloviy-dlya-ukrainy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В России ответили на вызов поверенного страны в МИД Турции из-за обстановки в Черном море - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-rossii-otvetili-na-vyzov-poverennogo-strany-v-mid-turtsii-iz-za-obstanovki-v-chernom-more/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В России оценили возможность возвращения в G8 - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-rossii-otsenili-vozmozhnost-vozvrascheniya-v-g8/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В России продолжили падать курсы доллара и евро - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-rossii-prodolzhili-padat-kursy-dollara-i-evro/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В США предложили запретить Nvidia экспортировать чипы в Россию - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/v-ssha-predlozhili-zapretit-nvidia-eksportirovat-chipy-v-rossiyu/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В США разработают «Коготь» для F-35 - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/v-ssha-razrabotayut-kogot-dlya-f-35/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В США рассказали о «смертельном ударе» по Украине со стороны ее союзника - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-ssha-rasskazali-o-smertelnoe-udare-po-ukraine-so-storony-ee-soyuznika/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В США рассказали о копировании иранского «Шахеда» - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-ssha-rasskazali-o-kopirovanii-iranskogo-shaheda/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В США сделали заявление после встречи Путина и Уиткоффа - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-ssha-sdelali-zayavlenie-posle-vstrechi-putina-i-uitkoffa/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В регионе России мигрантам запретили работать в 88 сферах - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-regione-rossii-migrantam-zapretili-rabotat-v-88-sferah/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

В эфире «Радиостанции Судного дня» прозвучало слово «живодерка» - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/v-efire-radiostantsii-sudnogo-dnya-prozvuchalo-slovo-zhivoderka/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

ВСУ атаковали российский город - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/vsu-atakovali-rossiyskiy-gorod/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Ведущая «Дома-2» похвасталась сумкой за полмиллиона рублей - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/veduschaya-doma-2-pokazala-sumku-za-polmilliona-rubley/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Верховный суд привлек к делу Долиной дочь и внучку певицы - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/verhovnyy-sud-privlek-k-delu-dolinoy-doch-i-vnuchku-pevitsy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Внебрачная дочь Глызина расплакалась из-за результатов ДНК-теста - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/vnebrachnaya-doch-glyzina-rasplakalas-iz-za-rezultatov-dnk-testa/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Волочкова заявила о планах с бойцами СВО на Новый год - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/volochkova-zayavila-o-planah-s-boytsami-svo-na-novyy-god/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Вор проглотил огромное золотое яйцо с осьминогом внутри и не смог уйти - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/vor-proglotil-ogromnoe-zolotoe-yaytso-s-osminogom-vnutri-i-ne-smog-uyti/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Врач подсказала неожиданный способ уменьшить тягу к алкоголю во время праздников - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/vrach-podskazala-neozhidannyy-sposob-umenshit-tyagu-k-alkogolyu-vo-vremya-prazdnikov/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Вэнс предрек «хорошие новости» по Украине - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/vens-predrek-horoshie-novosti-po-ukraine/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Германия передвинула истребители ближе к границам России - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/germaniya-peredvinula-istrebiteli-blizhe-k-granitsam-rossii/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Глава МИД Украины потребовал от НАТО недвусмысленных гарантий безопасности - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/glava-mid-ukrainy-potreboval-ot-nato-nedvusmyslennyh-garantiy-bezopasnosti/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Главком ВСУ Сырский отказался признавать потерю Красноармейска - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/glavkom-vsu-syrskiy-otkazalsya-priznavat-poteryu-krasnoarmeyska/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Голубей в носках не пропустили в Россию - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/golubey-v-noskah-ne-propustili-v-rossiyu/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Десятки россиянок назвали известного косметолога мясником и обвинили в изуродованных телах - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/desyatki-rossiyanok-nazvali-izvestnogo-kosmetologa-myasnikom-i-obvinili-v-izurodovannyh-telah/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Дмитриев обратился к Мерцу - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/dmitriev/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Дроны ВСУ повредили портовую инфраструктуру в российском городе - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/drony-vsu-povredili-portovuyu-infrastrukturu-v-rossiyskom-gorode/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Дроны не смогли сбить Зеленского - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/drony-ne-smogli-sbit-zelenskogo/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Европейские лидеры посоветовали Зеленскому не соглашаться на уступки России - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/evropeyskie-lidery-posovetovali-zelenskomu-ne-soglashatsya-na-ustupki-rossii/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Жена Газманова нашла способ необычно украсить елку - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/zhena-gazmanova-nashla-sposob-neobychno-ukrasit-elku/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Жена разоблачила обманувшего ее мужа благодаря стихийному бедствию - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/zhena-razoblachila-obmanuvshego-ee-muzha-blagodarya-stihiynomu-bedstviyu/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Живущая в Европе Лазарева объяснила проблему с мошенничеством неумением россиян думать - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/zhivuschaya-v-evrope-lazareva-ob-yasnila-problemu-s-moshennichestvom-neumeniem-rossiyan-dumat/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Жители российского города сообщили о звуках взрывов и стрельбы - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/v-rayone-rossiyskogo-goroda-prozvuchala-seriya-vzryvov/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Жители российского региона сообщили о взрывах и вспышках - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/zhiteli-rossiyskogo-regiona-soobschili-o-vzryvah-i-vspyshkah/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Зарубивший юного родственника топором россиянин найден безжизненным - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/zarubivshiy-yunogo-rodstvennika-toporom-rossiyanin-nayden-bezzhiznennym/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Звезда сериала «Чики» показала фигуру в нижнем белье на снимке без фотошопа - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/zvezda-seriala-chiki-pokazala-figuru-v-nizhnem-belie-na-snimke-bez-fotoshopa/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Зеленский анонсировал решение по новому главе офиса президента Украины - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/zelenskiy-poobeschal-reshenie-po-novomu-glave-ofisa-prezidenta-ukrainy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Зеленский понадеялся на помощь члена ЕС с потерянными территориями - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/zelenskiy-ponadeyalsya-na-pomosch-chlena-es-s-poteryannymi-territoriyami/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Зеленский прокомментировал переговоры Уиткоффа и Путина - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/zelenskiy-prokommentiroval-peregovory-uitkoffa-i-putina/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Игрок сборной России сравнил степень верности жене и «Динамо» - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/igrok-sbornoy-rossii-sravnil-stepen-vernosti-zhene-i-dinamo/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Известный российский критик обжалует решение суда о заочном аресте - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/dolin-obzhaluet-reshenie-suda-o-zaochnom-areste/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Израиль заподозрил палестинских крокодилов в связях с террористами - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/izrail-zapodozril-palestinskih-krokodilov-v-svyazyah-s-terroristami/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Киркоров подарил Собчак сумку-ежа почти за 100 тысяч рублей. Почему весь мир сходит с ума по этим нелепым аксессуарам? - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/sumki/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Китай разместил в водах Восточной Азии более сотни кораблей - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/kitay-razmestil-v-vodah-vostochnoy-azii-bolee-sotni-korabley/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Крупнейшее обновление Samsung слили в сеть - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/samsung-leaks/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Курс доллара к рублю упал до минимума - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/kurs-dollara-k-rublyu-upal-do-minimuma/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Курск подвергся атаке украинских беспилотников - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/kursk-podvergsya-atake-ukrainskih-bespilotnikov/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Литва изменила решение в отношении полетов над границей - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/litva-izmenila-reshenie-v-otnoshenii-poletov-nad-granitsey/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Лопес удалила татуировку в честь Аффлека - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/lopes-udalila-tatuirovku-v-chest-affleka/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

МВФ назвал главное условие поддержки послевоенной Украины - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/mvf-nazval-glavnoe-uslovie-podderzhki-poslevoennoy-ukrainy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

МВФ предрек Украине огромную финансовую дыру - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/mvf-sprognoziroval-ukraine-ogromnuyu-finansovuyu-dyru/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Макрон в Китае поднял вопрос об Украине. Почему его обвинили в трусости и малодушии? - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/makron-v-kitae-podnyal-vopros-ob-ukraine-pochemu-ego-obvinili-v-trusosti-i-malodushii/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Максим Галкин распахнул надетый на голое тело пиджак перед камерой - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/maksim-galkin-raspahnul-nadetyy-na-goloe-telo-pidzhak-pered-kameroy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Малышева пошутила над принесшим презерватив в студию гостем - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/malysheva-poshutila-nad-prinesshim-prezervativ-v-studiyu-gostem/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Мерц высказался об опасениях Бельгии по поводу активов России - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/merts-vyskazalsya-ob-opaseniyah-belgii-po-povodu-aktivov-rossii/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Мерц отложил запланированную поездку ради переговоров об активах России - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/merts-otlozhil-zaplanirovannuyu-poezdku-radi-peregovorov-ob-aktivah-rossii/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Мизулина свяжется с Роскомнадзором из-за блокировки Roblox - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/mizulina-svyazhetsya-s-roskomnadzorom-iz-za-blokirovki-roblox/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Моди назвал Путина своим другом - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/modi-nazval-putina-svoim-drugom/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Муж одним росчерком пера опозорил собственную жену перед родной дочерью - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/muzh-odnim-roscherkom-pera-opozoril-sobstvennuyu-zhenu-pered-rodnoy-docheryu/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

На Западе назвали Рубио взрослым за призыв к диалогу с Россией - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/na-zapade-nazvali-rubio-vzroslym-za-prizyv-k-dialogu-s-rossiey/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

На Украине заявили о «худшем периоде» для страны с февраля 2022 года - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/na-ukraine-zayavili-o-hudshem-periode-dlya-strany-s-fevralya-2022-goda/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

На Украине призвали усилить мобилизацию - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/na-ukraine-prizvali-usilit-mobilizatsiyu/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Над Донецком произошли мощные взрывы - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/nad-donetskom-proizoshli-moschnye-vzryvy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Над Россией сбили десятки беспилотников ВСУ за три часа - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/nad-rossiey-sbili-desyatki-bespilotnikov-vsu-za-tri-chasa/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Названа главная проблема больших смартфонов - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/lopata/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Названы запрещенные за новогодним столом темы - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/nazvany-zapreschennye-za-novogodnim-stolom-temy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Названы сроки подписания мирного договора Армении и Азербайджана - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/sroki-podpisaniya-mira-armenii-i-azerbaydzhana-nazvali/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Названы тревожные причины отсутствия секса в паре - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/nazvany-trevozhnye-prichiny-otsutstviya-seksa-v-pare/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Найден простой способ заранее определить развитие болезни печени - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/nayden-prostoy-sposob-zaranee-opredelit-razvitie-bolezni-pecheni/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Насиловавший моделей Playboy миллионер оказался фанатом культового эротического фильма - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/nasilovavshiy-modeley-playboy-millioner-okazalsya-fanatom-kultovogo-eroticheskogo-filma/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Нейробиолог предупредил об опасности светодиодных ламп - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/neyrobiolog-predupredil-ob-opasnosti-svetodiodnyh-lamp/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Обнаружен скрытый разрушитель здоровья сосудов - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/obnaruzhen-skrytyy-razrushitel-zdorovya-sosudov/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Одна валюта рекордно ослабела к рублю - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/odna-valyuta-rekordno-oslabla-k-rublyu/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Отъезд продюсера «Ласкового мая» Разина в США объяснили в суде - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/ot-ezd-prodyusera-laskovogo-maya-razina-v-ssha-ob-yasnili-v-sude/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Охлобыстин рассказал о необычной семейной традиции на Новый год - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/ohlobystin-rasskazal-o-neobychnoy-semeynoy-traditsii-na-novyy-god/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Парень написал звездам «Кривого зеркала» и столкнулся с неожиданной реакцией - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/paren-poprosil-zvezd-krivogo-zerkala-pozdravit-ottsa-i-stolknulsya-s-neozhidannoy-reaktsiey/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Парламент Бельгии встретил овацией решение по активам России - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/parlament-belgii-vstretil-ovatsiey-reshenie-po-aktivam-rossii/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Пассажирам объяснили необходимость поднимать спинку кресла в самолете - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/passazhiram-ob-yasnili-neobhodimost-podnimat-spinku-kresla-v-samolete/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Пассажирка подала в суд на авиакомпанию после унижений со стороны стюардессы - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/passazhirka-podala-v-sud-na-aviakompaniyu-posle-unizheniy-so-storony-styuardessy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Пассажирка самолета заглянула в телефон попутчика, прочитала сплетни о себе и заплакала - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/passazhirka-samoleta-zaglyanula-v-telefon-poputchika-prochitala-spletni-o-sebe-i-zaplakala/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Певица Слава застряла в платье за полмиллиона рублей - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/pevitsa-slava-zastryala-v-platie-za-polmilliona-rubley/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

По месту перестрелки между ГУР и ВСУ в Киеве ударили «Геранями» - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/po-mestu-perestrelki-mezhdu-gur-i-vsu-v-kieve-udarili-geranyami/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Победа «Реала» принесла россиянину 6,5 миллиона рублей - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/pobeda-reala-prinesla-rossiyaninu-6-5-milliona-rubley/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Покупкой активов «Лукойла» заинтересовалась компания из Венгрии - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/pokupkoy-aktivov-lukoyla-zainteresovalas-kompaniya-iz-vengrii/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Помощника Путина пригласили в зоопарк после необычного признания - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/pomoschnika-putina-priglasili-v-zoopark-posle-neobychnogo-priznaniya/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Похитившим и расчленившим туриста в Таиланде бандитам озвучили приговор - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/pohitivshim-i-raschlenivshim-turista-v-tailande-banditam-ozvuchili-prigovor/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Президент «Барселоны» вспомнил о Путине во время рассуждений о возможном третьем сроке - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/prezident-barselony-vspomnil-o-putine-vo-vremya-rassuzhdeniy-o-vozmozhnom-tretiem-sroke/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Прогноз по ценам на золото и платину повысили - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/prognoz-po-tsenam-na-zoloto-i-platinu-povysili/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Психиатр назвал явные признаки невменяемого продавца квартиры на фоне скандала с Долиной - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/psihiatr-nazval-yavnye-priznaki-nevmenyaemogo-prodavtsa-kvartiry-na-fone-skandala-s-dolinoy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин высказался о Москве - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-vyskazalsya-o-moskve/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин высказался о влиянии Telegram - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/putin-vyskazalsya-o-vliyanii-telegram/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин высказался о восстановлении СССР - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-vyskazalsya-o-vosstanovlenii-sssr/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин высказался о желании Украины вступить в НАТО - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-vyskazalsya-o-zhelanii-ukrainy-vstupit-v-nato/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин высказался о позиции Трампа по Украине - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-vyskazalsya-o-pozitsii-trampa-po-ukraine/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин высказался о своих сожалениях - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-vyskazalsya-o-svoih-sozhaleniyah/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин и Моди начали неформальную встречу - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-i-modi-nachali-neformalnuyu-vstrechu/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин назвал друзей России - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-nazval-druzey-rossii/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин назвал ответственных за начало спецоперации - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-nazval-otvetstvennyh-za-nachalo-spetsoperatsii/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин назвал способ избежать ошибок - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-dal-sovet-zhelayuschim-izbezhat-grubyh-oshibok/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин назвал требование России к НАТО - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-nazval-trebovanie-rossii-k-nato/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин назвал цель специальной военной операции на Украине - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-nazval-tsel-spetsialnoy-voennoy-operatsii-na-ukraine/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин напомнил о длительных попытках решить ситуацию на Украине мирно - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-napomnil-o-dlitelnyh-popytkah-reshit-situatsiyu-na-ukraine-mirno/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин объяснил включение Крыма в состав России - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-ob-yasnil-vklyuchenie-kryma-v-sostav-rossii/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин объяснил желание Трампа помирить Россию и Украину - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-ob-yasnil-zhelanie-trampa-pomirit-rossiyu-i-ukrainu/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин ответил на вопрос о бессмертии - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-otvetil-na-vopros-o-bessmertii/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин ответил на вопрос о состоянии экономики словами «все идет по плану» - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-otvetil-na-vopros-o-sostoyanii-ekonomiki-slovami-vse-idet-po-planu/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин отказался оценивать Трампа - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-otkazalsya-otsenivat-trampa/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин оценил последствия отказа Европы от российского газа - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-otsenil-posledstviya-otkaza-evropy-ot-rossiyskogo-gaza/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин порассуждал о поиске виноватых в распаде СССР - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-porassuzhdal-o-poiske-vinovatyh-v-raspade-sssr/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин пошутил о встрече с Уиткоффом - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-poshutil-o-vstreche-s-uitkoffom/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин призвал пожалеть Запад - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-prizval-pozhalet-zapad/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин прокомментировал введение единой валюты БРИКС - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-prokommentiroval-vvedenie-edinoy-valyuty-briks/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин раскрыл свое внутреннее правило - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-raskryl-svoe-vnutrennee-pravilo/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин рассказал об изменившейся позиции Зеленского - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-rasskazal-ob-izmenivsheysya-pozitsii-zelenskogo/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин сделал заявление о возвращении России в G8 - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-sdelal-zayavlenie-o-vozvraschenii-rossii-v-g8/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин согласился с Трампом по одному вопросу - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putin-soglasilsya-s-trampom-po-odnomu-voprosu/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путин сравнил индийских журналистов со шпионами - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/putin-sravnil-indiyskih-zhurnalistov-so-shpionami/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путина назвали одним из самых загадочных лидеров - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/putina-nazvali-odnim-iz-samyh-zagadochnyh-liderov/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путина рассмешил вопрос про Крым - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/putina-rassmeshil-vopros-pro-krym/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Путина рассмешил вопрос про Крым. Что он сказал индийской журналистке? - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiya-vmeshalas-chtoby-pomoch-putin-rassmeyalsya-na-vopros-o-kryme-i-ob-yasnil-ego-vhozhdenie-v-sostav-strany/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Раскрыта предполагаемая стоимость пластики Анастасии Решетовой - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/raskryta-predpolagaemaya-stoimost-plastiki-anastasii-reshetovoy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Рассекречен тройной смартфон Xiaomi - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/xiaomi-trifold/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Роскомнадзор заблокировал Snapchat в России - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/roskomnadzor-zablokiroval-snapchat-v-rossii/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Российская певица отказалась от штор за миллион рублей - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyskaya-pevitsa-otkazalas-ot-shtor-za-million-rubley/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Российские зумеры стали терять личную жизнь из-за работы - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyskie-zumery-stali-teryat-lichnuyu-zhizn-iz-za-raboty/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Российские снайперы применили «плетки» и новые СВЧ на учениях - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyskie-snaypery-primenili-pletki-i-novye-svch-na-ucheniyah/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Российские туристы занялись сексом на пляже Таиланда и попали под арест - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyskie-turisty-zanyalis-seksom-na-plyazhe-tailanda-i-popali-pod-arest/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Российский аэропорт приостановил работу ради безопасности - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyskiy-aeroport-priostanovil-rabotu-radi-bezopasnosti/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Российский штурмовик рассказал о «правиле 60 секунд» - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyskiy-shturmovik-rasskazal-o-pravile-60-sekund/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Российским подросткам дали срок за поджог в депо - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyskie-podrostki-ustroili-podzhog-v-depo-posle-obscheniya-v-internete/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Российского временного поверенного вызвала на ковер Турция - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyskogo-vremennogo-poverennogo-vyzvala-na-kover-turtsiya/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Россия отвергла обвинения в причастности к инциденту в Солсбери - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiya-otvergla-obvineniya-v-prichastnosti-k-intsidentu-v-solsberi/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Россиян без одного документа перестанут пускать в Грузию - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyan-bez-odnogo-dokumenta-perestanut-puskat-v-gruziyu/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Россиян научили выбирать новогоднюю елку - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyan-nauchili-vybirat-novogodnyuyu-elku/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Россиян научили правильно мыть машину зимой - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyan-nauchili-pravilno-myt-mashinu-zimoy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Россиянам назвали неожиданную причину проблем со зрением - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyanam-nazvali-neozhidannuyu-prichinu-problem-so-zreniem/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Россиянам объяснили изменения в налогообложении недвижимости - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyanam-ob-yasnili-izmeneniya-v-nalogooblozhenii-nedvizhimosti/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Россиянин жестоко избил собак в подъезде многоэтажки - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/rossiyanin-zhestoko-izbil-sobak-v-pod-ezde-mnogoetazhki/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Россиянин поставил на матч КХЛ и выиграл почти 7,3 миллиона рублей - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyanin-postavil-na-match-khl-i-vyigral-pochti-7-3-milliona-rubley/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Россиянина из группировки неонациста Воеводина арестовали за расправу над мигрантом - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyanina-iz-gruppirovki-neonatsista-voevodina-arestovali-za-raspravu-nad-migrantom/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Россиянину вернули конфискованный на европейской таможне автомобиль спустя 2,5 года - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyaninu-vernuli-konfiskovannyy-na-evropeyskoy-tamozhne-avtomobil-spustya-2-5-goda/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Россиянка добилась дополнительных выплат за не вернувшегося с СВО сына - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyanka-dobilas-dopolnitelnyh-vyplat-za-ne-vernuvshegosya-s-svo-syna/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Россиянка получила срок за снабжение украинских военных документами - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/rossiyanka-poluchila-srok-za-snabzhenie-ukrainskih-voennyh-dokumentami/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Рыбакам попалась пятитонная акула - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/rybakam-popalas-pyatitonnaya-akula/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

США продлили срок международных операций с «Лукойлом» - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/ssha-prodlili-srok-mezhdunarodnyh-operatsiy-s-lukoylom/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Самая красивая женщина в мире показала фото в крошечном бюстгальтере - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/samaya-krasivaya-zhenschina-v-mire-pokazala-foto-v-kroshechnom-byustgaltere/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Сбившему российский Ил-76 с пленными украинцами полковнику ВСУ вынесли приговор - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/sbivshemu-rossiyskiy-il-76-s-plennymi-ukraintsami-polkovniku-vsu-vynesli-prigovor/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Свидание туристки в Марокко закончилось погребением заживо - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/svidanie-turistki-v-marokko-zakonchilos-pogrebeniem-zazhivo/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Сидни Суини появилась на премьере фильма в подчеркивающем грудь наряде - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/sidni-suini-poyavilas-na-premiere-filma-v-podcherkivayuschem-grud-naryade/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Симоньян показала удивившую ее в индийском отеле особенность - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/simonyan-pokazala-udivivshuyu-ee-osobennost-v-indiyskom-otele/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Словакия модернизировала советскую «Шилку» - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/slovakiya-modernizirovala-sovetskuyu-shilku/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Тарпищев отреагировал на решение восьмой ракетки России сменить спортивное гражданство - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/tarpischev-otreagiroval-na-reshenie-vosmoy-raketki-rossii-smenit-sportivnoe-grazhdanstvo/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Токаев захотел укрепить сотрудничество Казахстана с ЕС - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/tokaev-zahotel-ukrepit-sotrudnichestvo-kazahstana-s-es/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Трамп помирил еще две страны ради редкоземельных металлов - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/tramp-pomiril-esche-dve-strany-radi-redkozemelnyh-metallov/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Трамп пошутил над названием Кеннеди-центра - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/tramp-poshutil-nad-nazvaniem-kennedi-tsentra/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Трамп принял решение по перестройке Белого дома - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/tramp-prinyal-reshenie-po-perestroyke-belogo-doma/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Трамп ужесточил правила для мигрантов - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/tramp-uzhestochil-pravila-dlya-migrantov/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Тревел-блогер описал секретный пляж в Египте фразой «рай, как на Мальдивах, но дешевле» - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/trevel-bloger-opisal-sekretnyy-plyazh-v-egipte-frazoy-ray-kak-na-maldivah-no-deshevle/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Третий спутник АмГУ запустят в 2025 году - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/tretiy-sputnik-amgu-zapustyat-v-2025-godu/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Турист отправился в одиночный поход по горам Румынии и пропал у замка Дракулы - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/turist-otpravilsya-v-odinochnyy-pohod-po-goram-rumynii-i-propal-u-zamka-drakuly/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Туриста ударили по голове металлической дубинкой в Непале из-за национальности - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/turista-udarili-po-golove-metallicheskoy-dubinkoy-v-nepale-iz-za-natsionalnosti/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Туроператор отправил россиян на Кубу вместо Венесуэлы из-за угрозы ударов США - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/turoperator-otpravil-rossiyan-na-kubu-vmesto-venesuely-iz-za-ugrozy-udarov-ssha/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Тысячи украинских беженцев оказались под риском депортации из Израиля - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/tysyachi-ukrainskih-bezhentsev-okazalis-pod-riskom-deportatsii-iz-izrailya/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Умер проводивший деноминацию рубля экс-глава Центробанка - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/umer-provodivshiy-denominatsiyu-rublya-eks-glava-tsentrobanka/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Участники «Евровидения» объявили бойкот конкурсу. Почему уже четыре страны решили проигнорировать шоу? - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/uchastniki-evrovideniya-nachali-boykotirovat-konkurs-pochemu-uzhe-chetyre-strany-reshili-proignorirovat-shou/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Ушедший в отставку Ермак остался на важных государственных постах - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/05/ushedshiy-v-otstavku-ermak-ostalsya-na-vazhnyh-gosudarstvennyh-postah/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Школьница стала приманкой в вымогательстве миллиона у россиянина - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/shkolnitsa-stala-primankoy-v-vymogatelstve-milliona-u-rossiyanina/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Экипажи ВКС России потренировались на Backfire - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/ekipazhi-vks-rossii-potrenirovalis-na-backfire/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Эксперты составили список самых нужных вещей в машине зимой - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/eksperty-sostavili-spisok-samyh-nuzhnyh-veschey-v-mashine-zimoy/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

ЮАР взяла паузу в G20 из-за США - https://lenta.ru/news/2025/12/04/yuar-vzyali-pauzu-v-g20-iz-za-ssha/ (Lenta.ru – Новости)

Bloomberg: Индия возьмет российскую атомную подлодку в аренду за два миллиарда долларов - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/bloomberg-indiya-vozmet-rossiyskuyu-atomnuyu-podlodku-v-arendu-za-dva-milliarda-dollarov (Meduza – All News (eng))

Индия возьмет в аренду у России атомную ударную подводную лодку, пишет Bloomberg со ссылкой на источники. Подлодку ВМС Индии арендуют на 10 лет. Сумма сделки составит два миллиарда долларов.

CNN: в Пентагоне заявили, что министр обороны Пит Хегсет мог подвергнуть опасности американских военных, опубликовав информацию об ударах по хуситам в чате в Signal - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/cnn-v-pentagone-zayavili-chto-ministr-oborony-pit-hegset-mog-podvernut-opasnosti-amerikanskih-voennyh-opublikovav-informatsiyu-ob-udarah-po-husitam-v-chate-v-signal (Meduza – All News (eng))

Министр обороны США Пит Хегсет мог подвергнуть опасности американских военных, публикуя информацию об американских ударах по позициям хуситов в Йемене в групповом чате в мессенджере Signal. К такому выводу пришел офис генерального инспектора Пентагона (наблюдательный орган ведомства) по итогам расследования, сообщают CNN и ABC News со ссылкой на источники, которые ознакомились с отчетом.

«Белорусский расследовательский центр»: завод посуды из Гомеля поставляет России дроны в обход санкций - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/belorusskiy-rassledovatelskiy-tsentr-zavod-posudy-iz-gomelya-postavlyaet-rossii-udarnye-drony-v-obhod-sanktsiy (Meduza – All News (eng))

Гомельский завод посуды «Сантэкс» помогает России обходить санкции, поставляя в армию РФ беспилотники, говорится в расследовании «Белорусского расследовательского центра» (БРЦ).

«Джей Келли» — новый фильм Ноа Баумбаха (и снова слабый) . Это история актера-неудачника, которого играет Джордж Клуни. Фигура реального исполнителя явно затмевает здесь самого персонажа - https://meduza.io/feature/2025/12/04/dzhey-kelli-novyy-film-noa-baumbaha-i-snova-slabyy (Meduza – All News (eng))

На Netflix выходит «Джей Келли» — новый фильм Ноа Баумбаха. После успешных «Милой Фрэнсис» и «Брачной истории» режиссер столкнулся с чередой творческих неудач (за исключением сценария к «Барби») — и «Джей Келли» еще одна из них. Главный герой, которого играет Джордж Клуни, по замыслу должен был предстать любимцем публики, переживающим кризис, но личность реального актера настолько интереснее личности Джея Келли, что фильм просто разваливается. Самая сильная актерская работа в картине, впрочем, не у Клуни, а у Адама Сэндлера, сыгравшего помощника суперзвезды. Подробнее о картине рассказывает кинокритик Антон Долин.

«Украину и Владимира нельзя бросать наедине с этими парнями». Лидеры Европы, по данным Der Spiegel, предупредили Зеленского, что США могут «предать» - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/ukrainu-i-vladimira-nelzya-brosat-naedine-s-etimi-parnyami-lidery-evropy-po-dannym-der-spiegel-predupredili-zelenskogo-chto-ssha-mogut-predat (Meduza – All News (eng))

Президент Франции Эмманюэль Макрон и канцлер Германии Фридрих Мерц в закрытом телефонном разговоре с Владимиром Зеленским и другими европейскими лидерами выразили опасение, что США могут «предать» Украину, пишет немецкое издание Der Spiegel.

«Я думаю, Путин хотел бы вернуться к более нормальной жизни». Трамп назвал «хорошей» встречу Уиткоффа и Кушнера с российским президентом - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/ya-dumayu-putin-hotel-by-vernutsya-k-bolee-normalnoy-zhizni-tramp-nazval-horoshey-vstrechu-uitkoffa-i-kushnera-s-rossiyskim-prezidentom (Meduza – All News (eng))

Президент США Дональд Трамп заявил, что его спецпосланник Стив Уиткофф и зять Джаред Кушнер провели «достаточно хорошую встречу» с президентом России Владимиром Путиным в Москве. Об этом он сказал журналистам в Белом доме, передает ABC News.

«Я поклялся, что даже без ксивы смогу защитить человека, — я и без нее чего-то стою. Когда получилось, я испытал настоящее счастье». Умер адвокат Алексей Аванесян. Он начинал карьеру в ФСБ, а после брался за дела, по сюжетам которых можно снимать триллеры. Его вспоминает журналист Никита Сологуб - https://meduza.io/feature/2025/12/04/ya-poklyalsya-chto-dazhe-bez-ksivy-smogu-zaschitit-cheloveka-ya-i-bez-nee-chego-to-stoyu-kogda-poluchilos-ya-ispytal-nastoyaschee-schastie (Meduza – All News (eng))

В Краснодаре 26 ноября умер адвокат Алексей Аванесян. Ему было 48 лет, причина смерти — аневризма. В новостях об этом событии одни СМИ назвали Аванесяна «самым медийным адвокатом Краснодарского края», а другие — защитником «краснодарских каннибалов». В правозащитных же кругах Аванесян был известен тем, что не боялся браться за дела, которые его коллегам казались заведомо проигрышными, упорно и до последнего защищал обвиняемых, верил им и ярко выступал в судах. А еще — был адвокатом рэпера Хаски и группы ic3peak. По просьбе «Медузы» корреспондент «Медиазоны» Никита Сологуб, который много общался с Аванесяном и писал о его работе, рассказывает о его личности, чувстве юмора и интересе к историям не хуже самых пугающих тру-крайм-сюжетов «Нетфликса».

Айсберг А23а перестал быть самым крупным в мире - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/aysberg-a23a-perestal-byt-samym-krupnym-v-mire (Meduza – All News (eng))

Площадь айсберга А23а за последние три месяца уменьшилась на 22%, до 1370 квадратных километров, из-за чего он потерял статус самого большого айсберга в мире, сообщили в Арктическом и антарктическом научно-исследовательском институте (ААНИИ) 4 декабря.

Блокировка Roblox затронула миллионы российских геймеров. Но у сервиса действительно есть (серьезные) проблемы с модерацией. А что ваши дети думают о запрете Roblox? Расскажите нам - https://meduza.io/feature/2025/12/04/blokirovka-roblox-zatronula-milliony-rossiyskih-geymerov-no-u-servisa-deystvitelno-est-serieznye-problemy-s-moderatsiey (Meduza – All News (eng))

3 декабря 2025 года российские пользователи начали жаловаться на проблемы с доступом к Roblox — популярной онлайн-платформе с десятками миллионов игр, которые могут создавать сами геймеры. Через несколько часов Роскомнадзор официально подтвердил, что заблокировал этот сервис в стране. Причина — «распространение материалов экстремистской направленности и пропаганды ЛГБТ-тематики». При этом претензии к Roblox есть не только в России. Власти многих стран считают, что администрация сервиса не прикладывает достаточных усилий для модерации неподобающего контента. «Медуза» рассказывает, как на блокировку отреагировало российское сообщество Roblox и действительно ли эта платформа опасна для детей.

Бывшая глава дипломатии ЕС Федерика Могерини ушла в отставку с поста ректора Колледжа Европы после обвинений в мошенничестве - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/byvshaya-glava-diplomatii-es-federika-mogerini-ushla-v-otstavku-s-posta-rektora-kolledzha-evropy-posle-obvineniy-v-moshennichestve (Meduza – All News (eng))

Бывший верховный представитель Евросоюза по иностранным делам Федерика Могерини ушла в отставку с поста ректора Колледжа Европы на фоне выдвинутых против нее обвинений в мошенничестве. Об этом пишет Reuters, ссылаясь на электронное письмо, которое Могерини разослала сотрудникам и студентам колледжа.

В Подмосковье задержали сотрудников реабилитационных центров, где издевались над постояльцами - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/v-podmoskovie-zaderzhali-sotrudnikov-reabilitatsionnyh-tsentrov-gde-izdevalis-nad-postoyaltsami (Meduza – All News (eng))

В Московской области задержаны восемь сотрудников двух реабилитационных центров, сообщает пресс-служба Следственного комитета.

В России заблокировали FaceTime - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/v-rossii-zablokirovali-facetime (Meduza – All News (eng))

Роскомнадзор ввел «ограничительные меры» в отношении FaceTime — приложения для видеозвонков от компании Apple. Об этом в пресс-службе РКН сообщили «Газете.ру».

В России заблокировали Snapchat - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/v-rossii-zablokirovali-snapchat (Meduza – All News (eng))

Роскомнадзор объявил, что заблокировал в России мобильное приложение Snapchat. Этот сервис позволяет отправлять фото и видео, которые исчезают после просмотра или через 24 часа.

Война. Тысяча триста восьмидесятый день. Мирный план США из 28 пунктов превратился в четыре отдельных документа - https://meduza.io/feature/2025/12/04/voyna (Meduza – All News (eng))

«Медуза» с 24 февраля 2022 года в прямом эфире рассказывает о российско-украинской войне. В наших ежедневных материалах мы публикуем ваши письма, потому что уверены: о войне нужно продолжать говорить. Поделитесь с нами мыслями, которые у вас возникают из-за войны. Какие чувства вы испытываете? Как война влияет на вас, на вашу жизнь, на жизнь ваших близких и ваше отношение к миру? Форма для обратной связи — в конце этой статьи. Обзор предыдущего дня можно прочитать тут.

Врачу, который поставлял кетамин Мэттью Перри, дали 2,5 года тюрьмы - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/vrachu-kotoryy-postavlyal-ketamin-mettyu-perri-dali-2-5-goda-tyurmy (Meduza – All News (eng))

Суд в Лос-Анджелесе приговорил врача Сальвадора Пласенсию, обвиняемого в продаже кетамина актеру Мэттью Перри незадолго до его смерти, к двум с половиной годам тюрьмы, сообщает CNN.

Израиль допустили к участию в «Евровидении — 2026». Испания, Нидерланды, Ирландия и Словения решили бойкотировать конкурс - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/izrail-dopustili-k-uchastiyu-v-evrovidenii-2026-ispaniya-niderlandy-irlandiya-i-sloveniya-reshili-boykotirovat-konkurs (Meduza – All News (eng))

Испания, Нидерланды, Ирландия и Словения решили бойкотировать песенный конкурс «Евровидение — 2026» из-за участия Израиля, сообщает Reuters.

Лидера «Яблока» оштрафовали за пост с фотографией Навального. Теперь его могут не допустить к выборам - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/lidera-yabloka-oshtrafovali-za-post-s-fotografiey-navalnogo-teper-ego-mogut-ne-dopustit-k-vyboram (Meduza – All News (eng))

Выборгский районный суд Санкт-Петербурга оштрафовал председателя партии «Яблоко» Николая Рыбакова на полторы тысячи рублей по административной статье о демонстрации «экстремистской символики» (статья 20.3 КоАП). Об этом сообщает «Бумага».

Лондон заявил о «моральной ответственности» Путина за гибель британки Дон Стерджесс от отравления «Новичком» в 2018 году - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/london-zayavil-o-moralnoy-otvetstvennosti-putina-za-gibel-britanki-don-sterdzhess-ot-otravleniya-novichkom-v-2018-godu (Meduza – All News (eng))

В Великобритании опубликован официальный доклад по итогам расследования, проведенного по требованию правительства страны из-за смерти 44-летней Дон Стерджесс. Она умерла в 2018 году, когда нанесла на себя содержимое флакона с «Новичком», замаскированным под духи Nina Ricci.

Мини-сериал «Чудовище внутри меня» со звездой «Родины» Клэр Дэйнс целую неделю обгонял «Очень странные дела» в топе Netflix. Писательница становится биографом миллиардера, которого все ненавидят - https://meduza.io/feature/2025/12/04/mini-serial-chudovische-vnutri-menya-so-zvezdoy-rodiny-kler-deyns-tseluyu-nedelyu-obgonyal-ochen-strannye-dela-v-tope-netflix (Meduza – All News (eng))

Несмотря на громкую премьеру заключительного сезона «Очень странных дел», топ Netflix в ноябре возглавила криминальная драма «Чудовище внутри меня» с Клэр Дэйнс и Мэттью Ризом. Это история о депрессивной писательнице и ее соседе-миллиардере, который то ли убил, то ли не убил свою жену. Журналист Георгий Биргер рассказывает, почему этот крепкий сериал, несмотря на свою популярность, разочаровал критиков, которые отнесли его к феномену «Trough TV» (оно же «днищенское телевидение»).

На Netflix вышел документальный сериал про рэпера Пи Дидди (он сел в тюрьму по делу о сексуализированном насилии). Его называют тяжелым и мрачным, но необходимым. Пи Дидди считает, что это «позорная заказуха» - https://meduza.io/feature/2025/12/04/na-netflix-vyshel-dokumentalnyy-serial-o-pi-diddi-prodyuser-50-cent-my-ego-posmotreli (Meduza – All News (eng))

На Netflix вышел четырехсерийный документальный сериал о Пи Дидди (настоящее имя Шон Комбс) — рэпере и продюсере, который получил четыре года и два месяца тюрьмы по делу о сексуализированной эксплуатации и насилии. Решение суда, хотя оно и повлекло за собой реальный срок, восприняли как победу Комбса: ему грозило бы наказание вплоть до пожизненного, если бы присяжные не оправдали его по самым тяжким статьям обвинения. Он выйдет на свободу в 2028 году.

Путин заявил, что «ДНР и ЛНР освободят в любом случае» - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/putin-zayavil-chto-dnr-i-lnr-osvobodyat-v-lyubom-sluchae (Meduza – All News (eng))

Президент РФ Владимир Путин заявил, что территории самопровозглашенных Донецкой и Луганской народных республик «будут освобождены в любом случае».

Путин назвал встречу с Уиткоффом и Кушнером полезной и необходимой. И заявил, что Россия не хочет обратно в «Большую восьмерку» - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/putin-nazval-vstrechu-s-uitkoffom-i-kushnerom-poleznoy-i-neobhodimoy-i-zayavil-chto-rossiya-ne-hochet-obratno-v-bolshuyu-vosmerku (Meduza – All News (eng))

Президент России Владимир Путин заявил, что встреча со спецпосланником президента США Стивеном Уиткоффом и зятем Дональда Трампа Джаредом Кушнером была необходимой и полезной. Об этом он заявил в интервью India Today, фрагменты из которого публикует сам телеканал и цитируют российские госагентства.

Путин проведет прямую линию и пресс-конференцию 19 декабря - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/putin-provedet-pryamuyu-liniyu-i-press-konferentsiyu-19-dekabrya (Meduza – All News (eng))

Пресс-служба президента РФ объявила дату проведения ежегодной прямой линии Владимира Путина. В 2025 году прямую линию, совмещенную с пресс-конференцией, проведут 19 декабря. «Итоги года с Владимиром Путиным» начнутся в 12:00 по московскому времени.

РБК: Роскомнадзор усилил борьбу с VPN - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/rbk-roskomnadzor-usilil-borbu-s-vpn (Meduza – All News (eng))

Роскомнадзор обновил настройки технических средств противодействия угрозам (ТСПУ) для усиления борьбы с VPN, сообщили РБК три источника на рынке телекоммуникаций и информационной безопасности.

Россиянин с бельгийским гражданством поехал в Петербург навестить заболевшего отца. Его задержали на границе и обвинили в «госизмене» из-за переписки с бывшей девушкой из Украины - https://meduza.io/feature/2025/12/04/rossiyanin-s-belgiyskim-grazhdanstvom-poehal-v-peterburg-navestit-zabolevshego-ottsa (Meduza – All News (eng))

Гражданин России и Бельгии, 48-летний Михаил Лощинин, отправившийся в поездку из Европы в Россию, стал фигурантом сфабрикованного уголовного дела о «госизмене», пишет издание «Север.Реалии».

Сергей Тихановский, муж лидера белорусской оппозиции Светланы Тихановской, снова в центре конфликта. Его обвиняют в том, что он борется с советниками своей жены — вместо того, чтобы бороться с Лукашенко - https://meduza.io/feature/2025/12/04/sergey-tihanovskiy-muzh-lidera-belorusskoy-oppozitsii-svetlany-tihanovskoy-snova-v-tsentre-konflikta (Meduza – All News (eng))

Полгода назад Сергей Тихановский вышел на свободу, отсидев пять лет. И попал из протестного 2020-го, где он был популярным политическим блогером, собиравшимся баллотироваться в президенты Беларуси, в мрачный 2025-й, где он «первый джентльмен» при своей жене, лидере белорусской оппозиции Светлане Тихановской. Когда Сергея задержали, Светлана была домохозяйкой, которая пошла на президентские выборы, чтобы поддержать мужа. Когда он вышел, она превратилась в главное лицо белорусских демократических сил, с командой советников и обширными связями на Западе. Тихановский, который пытается нащупать для себя отдельную нишу в политике, уже не раз публично критиковал офис жены. Рассказываем о новом этапе этого противостояния.

Убит Ясир Абу Шабаб — лидер группировки в секторе Газа, выступавшей против ХАМАС - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/ubit-yasir-abu-shabab-lider-gruppirovki-v-sektore-gaza-vystupavshey-protiv-hamas (Meduza – All News (eng))

Лидер вооруженной палестинской группировки «Народные силы» Ясир Абу Шабаб погиб в результате огнестрельного ранения, сообщает 4 декабря Reuters, ссылаясь на заявление группировки.

Умер бывший глава ЦБ РФ Сергей Дубинин. При нем провели деноминацию рубля - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/umer-byvshiy-glava-tsb-rf-sergey-dubinin-pri-nem-proveli-denominatsiyu-rublya (Meduza – All News (eng))

Российский экономист Сергей Дубинин умер в возрасте 74 лет, сообщило «Эхо», ссылаясь на источник в МГУ. По его словам, Дубинин умер после тяжелой болезни. В Банке России подтвердили эту информацию, пишет «Интерфакс».

Физика из Подмосковья Артема Хорошилова приговорили к 21 году по делу о госизмене, атаке на серверы «Почты России» и подготовке диверсии - https://meduza.io/news/2025/12/04/fizika-iz-podmoskovya-artema-horoshilova-prigovorili-k-21-godu-po-delu-o-gosizmene-atake-na-servery-pochty-rossii-i-podgotovke-diversii (Meduza – All News (eng))

Московский областной суд приговорил 34-летнего физика Артема Хорошилова к 21 году лишения свободы по делу о госизмене, атаке на критическую инфраструктуру и подготовке диверсии, сообщает «Медиазона».

🇷🇺: мы точно не стали дальше от мира. 🇺🇦: мы как никогда близки к миру. Так что, все и правда готовы закончить войну? Отдел «Разбор» вспоминает военную теорию, изучает карты, рисует графики — и пытается оценить итоги очередного витка хаотичных переговоров - https://meduza.io/feature/2025/12/04/my-tochno-ne-stali-dalshe-ot-mira-my-kak-nikogda-blizki-k-miru-tak-chto-vse-i-pravda-gotovy-zakonchit-voynu (Meduza – All News (eng))

Зеленский 2 декабря заявил, что «Украина как никогда близка к миру», а помощник Путина Юрий Ушаков — что стороны «точно не стали дальше от мира». В реальности позиции Киева и Москвы по-прежнему далеки. Впрочем, в новом цикле хаотичных переговоров есть и позитив: число по-настоящему важных спорных вопросов сокращается. Путин вообще сводит все разногласия к формуле: «Если украинские войска покинут удерживаемые ими территории [в Донбассе], мы прекратим боевые действия. Если же нет, добьемся этого военным путем». Украина, несмотря на давление Трампа, вывести войска отказывается. При этом, как сообщил Юрий Ушаков после встречи с представителями Трампа 2 декабря, Кремль тоже устраивают не все американские формулировки касательно послевоенного статуса Донбасса. Почему эта территория так важна для обеих сторон, что они готовы продолжить войну? Снизилась ли важность других пунктов плана Трампа — например, гарантий безопасности и исполнения мирного договора? И что нужно, чтобы эта война наконец закончилась? Ответы на вопросы ищет отдел «Разбор».

Art exhibit features robot dogs with tech mogul heads - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/art-exhibit-features-robot-dogs-with-tech-mogul-heads-253699653931 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Art exhibit features robot dogs with tech mogul heads

Baby seal walks into a bar in New Zealand - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/baby-seal-walks-into-a-bar-in-new-zealand-253679685636 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Baby seal walks into a bar in New Zealand

CDC advisory panel delays vote on hepatitis B vaccines after unruly meeting - https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/cdc-advisory-panel-delays-vote-hepatitis-b-vaccines-rcna247362 (NBC News – Top Stories)
The CDC’s vaccine advisory panel once again delayed an expected vote on hepatitis B vaccines, after a chaotic meeting rife with misinformation.

Deadly Israeli strike starts fire in Gaza tent camp - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/deadly-israeli-strike-starts-fire-in-gaza-tent-camp-253612101827 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Deadly Israeli strike starts fire in Gaza tent camp

Elderly Austrian nuns fight social media ban - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/elderly-austrian-nuns-fight-social-media-ban-253690949660 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Three elderly Austrian nuns who recently managed to return to their convent outside Salzburg after being evicted against their will said they would not be "shut up" after Reichersberg Abbey asked them not to post on Instagram.

Grand jury declines to indict Letitia James after first case was dismissed - https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/justice-department/grand-jury-declines-indict-ny-attorney-general-letitia-james-less-two-rcna247310 (NBC News – Top Stories)
The Justice Department on Thursday failed to secure an indictment against New York Attorney General Letitia James, a person familiar with the matter told NBC News

ICE begins enforcement operations in Minneapolis - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/ice-begins-enforcement-operations-in-minneapolis-253633093894 (NBC News – Top Stories)
ICE begins enforcement operations in Minneapolis

Matthew Perry’s doctor sentenced to prison for supplying ketamine - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/matthew-perry-s-doctor-sentenced-to-prison-for-supplying-ketamine-253615685549 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Matthew Perry’s doctor sentenced to prison for supplying ketamine

Michael Jordan is set to testify in NASCAR antitrust trial, sources say - https://www.nbcnews.com/sports/nascar/michael-jordan-set-testify-nascar-antitrust-trial-sources-say-rcna247456 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Michael Jordan is scheduled to testify Friday in a federal antitrust trial against NASCAR, two people close to the NBA Hall of Famer told NBC News

More than 1.5 million bags of shredded cheese recalled - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/more-than-1-5-million-bags-of-shredded-cheese-recalled-253608517702 (NBC News – Top Stories)
More than 1.5 million bags of shredded cheese recalled

New boat strikes video sparked 'different understandings of what we saw,' senator says - https://www.nbcnews.com/meet-the-press/video/new-boat-strikes-video-sparked-different-understandings-of-what-we-saw-senator-says-253731909674 (NBC News – Top Stories)
The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the commander who ordered the “double tap” strikes on an alleged drug trafficking boat in September briefed lawmakers on Capitol Hill after members on both sides demanded increased transparency about the second strike. NBC News Senior National Security Correspondent Courtney Kube reports on how lawmakers are reacting to the briefing.

Nike shoe model provided clue in arrest of pipe bomb suspect - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/nike-shoe-model-provided-clue-in-arrest-of-pipe-bomb-suspect-253717573885 (NBC News – Top Stories)
The FBI announced the arrest of a suspect in the case of pipe bombs that were planted outside the Republican and Democratic national party headquarters on January 5, 2021. Brian Cole was identified as the suspect in custody, with investigators using evidence like the shoe model the suspect was wearing to help crack the case.The arrest marks a breakthrough in a case that has stymied investigators for nearly five years.

Olympic flame reaches Italy - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/olympic-flame-reaches-italy-253731909855 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Olympic flame reaches Italy

Pam Bondi details charges against pipe bomb suspect - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/pam-bondi-details-charges-against-pipe-bomb-suspect-253724741985 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Pam Bondi details charges against pipe bomb suspect

Paramount doubles its bid to acquire Warner Bros. - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/paramount-doubles-its-bid-to-acquire-warner-bros-253706821866 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Paramount doubles its bid to acquire Warner Bros.

Pilot ejects as F-16 fighter jet crashes in California - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/pilot-ejects-as-f-16-fighter-jet-crashes-in-california-253666373668 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Pilot ejects as F-16 fighter jet crashes in California

Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lit for the season - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/rockefeller-center-christmas-tree-lit-for-the-season-253645381678 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lit for the season

Supreme Court allows Texas to use new congressional map - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/supreme-court-allows-texas-to-use-new-congressional-map-253744709937 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Supreme Court allows Texas to use new congressional map

Suspect arrested in January 2021 D.C. pipe bomb case - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/suspect-arrested-in-january-2021-d-c-pipe-bomb-case-253689925830 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Suspect arrested in January 2021 D.C. pipe bomb case

Takeaways from Mangione’s pretrial hearing - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/takeaways-from-mangione-s-pretrial-hearing-253732933985 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Takeaways from Mangione’s pretrial hearing

Vance says antisemitism isn't exploding on the right - https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/jd-vance/vance-says-antisemitism-isnt-exploding-right-rcna247414 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Vice President JD Vance, reflecting Thursday on his first year in office, said that he disagrees with fellow Republicans who have warned of a rise in antisemitism in their party.“Judging anybody based on their skin color or immutable characteristics, I think, is fundamentally anti-American and anti-Christian,” Vance said in an interview with NBC News.

Who could the United States face in the 2026 World Cup? - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/who-could-the-united-states-face-in-the-2026-world-cup-253717573899 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Who could the United States face in the 2026 World Cup? As the World Cup draw approaches, NBC News’ Steve Kornacki breaks down what we know about the tournament format, including a feature that could give the U.S. men’s national team an edge in the group stage.

With Hollywood strapped for cash, Saudi Arabia is re-emerging as a key financial backer - https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/hollywood-saudi-arabia-key-financial-backer-red-sea-film-festival-rcna246854 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Hollywood is feeling the lure of Saudi Arabian money.

CDC advisers delay planned vote on hepatitis B vaccine for infants - https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2025/12/04/nx-s1-5629199/cdc-acip-hepatitis-b-vaccine-meeting (NPR – News)
After a contentious discussion, the vaccine advisory group pushed the vote to Friday to give members time to study the language of proposed changes longstanding policy on the shots.

DOJ orders prison inspectors to stop considering LGBTQ safety standards - https://www.npr.org/2025/12/04/nx-s1-5630490/prison-doj-safety-memo-changes-trans-lgbtq-inmates (NPR – News)
A memo obtained by NPR shows the Justice Department is telling inspectors to stop evaluating prisons using standards designed to protect trans and other LGBTQ community members from sexual violence.

How old is your music taste? Spotify will tell you, though you may not like it - https://www.npr.org/2025/12/04/nx-s1-5632595/spotify-wrapped-listening-age (NPR – News)
Spotify Wrapped is bluntly telling users their "listening age," which in many cases is several decades older or younger than their actual age. It's a calculated strategy.

Libraries and museums get federal funding back after Trump cuts - https://www.npr.org/2025/12/04/nx-s1-5633347/libraries-museums-federal-funding-imls-trump-cuts (NPR – News)
Earlier this year, the Trump administration gutted the Institute of Museum and Library Services, leading to canceled federal grants. Now, after a court order, those grants are being reinstated.

Putin says there are points he can't agree to in the U.S. proposal to end Ukraine war - https://www.npr.org/2025/12/04/g-s1-100609/putin-ukraine-russia-war-us-peace-plan (NPR – News)
Russian President Vladimir Putin made the remarks to an Indian broadcaster before landing in India for a state visit, but refused to elaborate on what Russia could accept or reject.

State Department to deny visas to fact checkers and others, citing 'censorship' - https://www.npr.org/2025/12/04/nx-s1-5633444/trump-content-moderation-visas-censorship (NPR – News)
The order is focused on applicants for H-1B visas, which are frequently used by tech companies and is part of a campaign by the Trump administration against online content moderation.

Supreme Court lets Texas use gerrymandered map that could give GOP 5 more House seats - https://www.npr.org/2025/12/04/nx-s1-5619692/supreme-court-texas-redistricting-map (NPR – News)
The Supreme Court has cleared the way for a Texas congressional map that may help the GOP win five more U.S. House seats in the 2026 midterms. A lower court found the map is likely unconstitutional.

Top admiral briefs lawmakers on boat strike as watchdog faults Hegseth for Signal use - https://www.npr.org/2025/12/04/nx-s1-5633245/hegseth-signal-yemen-venezuela-boat-strikes (NPR – News)
The Defense Secretary faced scrutiny on two fronts Thursday: over a strike that killed survivors on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean and his use of Signal to discuss U.S. attack plans on Yemen.

U.S. reconsiders Tanzania ties after deadly post-election crackdown - https://www.npr.org/2025/12/04/nx-s1-5632657/tanzania-us-election-violence (NPR – News)
The U.S. is "comprehensively reviewing" its relationship with Tanzania after hundreds were killed in a violent post-election crackdown.

Army in Derby as 200 homes evacuated and police make explosives arrests - https://news.sky.com/story/major-incident-declared-and-200-homes-evacuated-after-two-men-arrested-on-suspicion-of-explosives-offences-13479379 (Sky News – UK Edition)
Around 200 homes have been evacuated in Derby after police arrested two men on suspicion of explosives offences.

Brother-in-law of Scotland's former leader, Humza Yousaf, facing extortion and drug charges - https://news.sky.com/story/brother-in-law-of-scotlands-former-leader-humza-yousaf-facing-extortion-and-drug-charges-13479425 (Sky News – UK Edition)
The brother-in-law of Scotland's former first minister Humza Yousaf has gone on trial accused of extortion and dealing class A drugs.

Four arrested in Eastbourne and Brighton in right-wing terror probe - https://news.sky.com/story/four-people-arrested-in-eastbourne-and-brighton-as-part-of-investigation-into-right-wing-terrorism-13479354 (Sky News – UK Edition)
Three men and a woman have been arrested in East Sussex as part of an investigation into extreme right-wing terrorism.

How record-breaking Reform UK donor Christopher Harborne made his millions - https://news.sky.com/story/how-record-breaking-reform-uk-donor-christopher-harborne-made-his-millions-13479318 (Sky News – UK Edition)
Who is the man behind the record-breaking multi-million pound donation to Reform UK?

Man charged over allegedly assisting Manchester synagogue attacker with reconnaissance of defence facility - https://news.sky.com/story/man-charged-over-allegedly-assisting-manchester-synagogue-attacker-with-reconnaissance-of-defence-facility-13479358 (Sky News – UK Edition)
A man has been charged with four terrorism offences following allegations that he assisted Manchester synagogue attacker Jihad al Shamie with an earlier reconnaissance of a UK defence facility, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said.

Nigel Farage launches tirade at BBC over allegations he was racist at school - https://news.sky.com/story/nigel-farage-launches-tirade-at-bbc-over-allegations-he-was-racist-at-school-13479504 (Sky News – UK Edition)
Nigel Farage has launched a tirade against the BBC after he was asked about claims he used racist and antisemitic language when he was at school, which he denied.

Number of flu patients in hospital beds across England rises by more than 50% - https://news.sky.com/story/number-of-flu-patients-in-hospital-beds-across-england-rises-13479183 (Sky News – UK Edition)
The number of flu patients in hospital beds across England is more than 50% higher than the same period in 2024, according to NHS data.

Putin 'morally responsible' for woman's novichok death in Salisbury - https://news.sky.com/story/salisbury-novichok-poisonings-putin-morally-responsible-for-womans-death-after-authorising-botched-spy-assassination-bid-13479213 (Sky News – UK Edition)
The assassination attempt on a former Russian spy was authorised by Vladimir Putin, who is "morally responsible" for the death of a woman poisoned by the nerve agent used in the attack, a public inquiry has found.

Starmer wants to lift half a million children out of poverty - but does his plan go far enough? - https://news.sky.com/story/starmer-wants-to-lift-half-a-million-children-out-of-poverty-but-does-his-plan-go-far-enough-13479419 (Sky News – UK Edition)
A new long-awaited child poverty strategy is promising to lift half a million children out of poverty by the end of this parliament - but critics have branded it unambitious.

Whistleblowers reveal hundreds of UK moderators have left TikTok - https://news.sky.com/story/hundreds-of-uk-moderators-have-left-tiktok-sparking-safety-fears-whistleblowers-reveal-13478302 (Sky News – UK Edition)
Hundreds of UK online safety workers at TikTok have already signed agreements to leave the company, whistleblowers have told Sky News, despite the firm stressing to MPs that the cuts were "still proposals only".

'If someone took Trump's land, how would he feel?' - https://news.sky.com/story/if-someone-took-trumps-land-how-would-he-feel-ukrainians-view-peace-talks-with-suspicion-13478972 (Sky News – World)
A Ukrainian farmer-turned-soldier in the Donbas has a message for Donald Trump as the US president attempts to broker a peace deal between Kyiv and Moscow.

'No discussion' about banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans at match in Germany - https://news.sky.com/story/no-discussion-about-banning-maccabi-tel-aviv-fans-at-stuttgart-europa-league-match-13479482 (Sky News – World)
Maccabi Tel Aviv fans will be allowed into next week's Europa League match at Stuttgart as banning them was not considered, the German club has confirmed to Sky News.

'No one helped us': The community left in a mass of mud and loss after cyclone - https://news.sky.com/story/no-one-helped-us-the-sri-lankan-community-left-in-a-mass-of-mud-and-loss-after-cyclone-ditwah-13478889 (Sky News – World)
This community in Sri Lanka's Kandy District is a mass of mud and loss.

Anti-Hamas militia leader killed in Gaza Strip - reports - https://news.sky.com/story/anti-hamas-militia-leader-yasser-abu-shabab-killed-in-gaza-strip-reports-13478656 (Sky News – World)
A Palestinian anti-Hamas militia leader has been killed in the Gaza Strip, according to Israeli army radio.

Fresh sanctions on Russia seem futile - Putin is more belligerent than ever - https://news.sky.com/story/impotent-sanctions-on-russia-are-no-match-for-solid-financial-support-to-ukraine-13479447 (Sky News – World)
There is a sense of impotent futility to the latest sanctions imposed by the UK on Russia in the wake of the Dawn Sturgess public inquiry report released today.

Gaza longs for normality, but quasi-anarchy reigns and Hamas is once again exerting control - https://news.sky.com/story/gaza-longs-for-normality-but-quasi-anarchy-reigns-and-hamas-is-once-again-exerting-control-13479467 (Sky News – World)
There is a desperate desire for normality in Gaza - for full shops, functioning hospitals, open schools, habitable homes and usable roads. For electricity that comes on reliably, skies that don’t hum with drones and days that don’t crackle with gunfire.

In 'Little Kabul', Afghans feel they have to prove their US loyalty all over again - https://news.sky.com/story/in-little-kabul-afghans-feel-they-have-to-prove-their-us-loyalty-all-over-again-13479172 (Sky News – World)
In a quiet suburb in the San Francisco Bay area, the smell of naan bread wafts out from the Maiwand Market and on to the street.

Multiple countries withdraw from Eurovision as Israel cleared to take part - https://news.sky.com/story/israel-allowed-to-take-part-in-eurovision-2026-as-at-least-two-countries-withdraw-13479330 (Sky News – World)
Israel will be allowed to compete in next year's Eurovision Song Contest, organisers have said - with several broadcasters saying they will now boycott the event.

Putin 'morally responsible' for woman's novichok death in Salisbury - https://news.sky.com/story/salisbury-novichok-poisonings-putin-morally-responsible-for-womans-death-after-authorising-botched-spy-assassination-bid-13479213 (Sky News – World)
The assassination attempt on a former Russian spy was authorised by Vladimir Putin, who is "morally responsible" for the death of a woman poisoned by the nerve agent used in the attack, a public inquiry has found.

Ukraine has become Europe's war - so why doesn't it act like it? - https://news.sky.com/story/ukraine-has-become-europes-war-so-why-doesnt-it-act-like-it-13479249 (Sky News – World)
Something concrete and unarguable has emerged from the diplomatic turbulence generated by Donald Trump's attempts to end the war in Ukraine.

Australia news live: properties lost in Tasmania’s Dolphin Sands bushfire; police investigate daylight shooting outside Sydney gym - https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2025/dec/05/australia-news-live-skydivers-strike-aukus-review-anika-wells-travel-social-media-age-ban-coalition-labor-ntwnfb (The Guardian – World News)

Bushfires in Tasmania with firefighting efforts focused on Dolphin Sands area and Glenlusk, near Hobart. Follow today’s news live

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The Victorian government’s controversial “adult time for violent crime” bill has passed parliament without amendment.

The bill, which will move serious crimes committed by children as young as 14 from the children’s court to adult courts, passed at about 6pm on Thursday with the support of the Coalition.

I’m pleased these laws can now be put in place as soon as possible to protect Victorians. There are no easy solutions to youth crime, and the best approach is always to stop crime before it starts. But we absolutely need serious consequences for violent youth crime to protect the community now.

Death toll from Indonesia floods passes 700 as 1 million evacuated - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/02/indonesia-floods-one-million-people-evacuated-death-toll-rises (The Guardian – World News)

About 3.2 million people on Sumatra island have been affected, 2,600 have been injured and 504 are missing

The number of people killed by floods and landslides on Indonesia’s Sumatra island rose to 708 on Tuesday, the country’s disaster agency said, with 504 people missing.

The toll was a sharp increase from the 604 dead reported by the agency on Monday.

EU looks at legally forcing industries to reduce purchases from China - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/03/eu-strategy-raw-materials-rare-earths-supply-chain-resourceeu (The Guardian – World News)

Commission unveils €3bn strategy to de-risk and diversify supply chains for critical rare earth metals and elements

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The EU is considering legally forcing industries to reduce purchases from China to insulate Europe from future hostile acts, the industry commissioner, Stéphane Séjourné, says.

He made his remarks as the European Commission unveiled a €3bn (£2.63bn) strategy to reduce its dependency on China for critical raw materials amid a global scramble caused by Beijing’s “weaponisation” of supplies of everything from chips to rare earths.

Federica Mogherini resigns from College of Europe amid corruption inquiry - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/04/federica-mogherini-ex-eu-policy-chief-resigns-college-of-europe (The Guardian – World News)

Former EU foreign policy chief to also stand down as head of diplomatic academy at centre of investigation

The EU’s former foreign policy chief, Federica Mogherini, has resigned from her role as head of the elite College of Europe after being indicted in a corruption investigation.

In a statement sent to college staff on Thursday, Mogherini announced that “in line with the utmost rigour and fairness with which I always carried out my duties, today I decided to resign as rector of the College of Europe”.

Four countries to boycott Eurovision 2026 as Israel cleared to compete - https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2025/dec/04/ireland-spain-and-the-netherlands-to-boycott-eurovision-2026-as-israel-cleared-to-compete (The Guardian – World News)

Ireland, Spain, Slovenia and the Netherlands pull out after decision not to hold vote on Israel’s participation

Ireland, Spain, Slovenia and the Netherlands will boycott next year’s Eurovision after Israel was given the all-clear to compete in the 2026 song contest despite calls by several participating broadcasters for its exclusion over the war in Gaza.

No vote on Israel’s participation was held on Thursday at the general assembly of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), the body that organises the competition.

GPs failing older people living with frailty, National Audit Office finds - https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/dec/05/gps-failing-older-people-living-with-frailty-national-audit-office-finds (The Guardian – World News)

Of patients diagnosed with condition in 2024/25, only 18% were assessed for fall risk and just 16% had a medical review

GPs are failing to provide adequate support for people living with frailty, an independent watchdog has found.

Frailty is a syndrome related to ageing and in which body systems gradually lose their in-built reserves. Symptoms include exhaustion and people living with frailty are more likely to be housebound.

Gaza: Israeli strike kills five, including two children, says civil defence agency - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/03/gaza-israeli-strike-kills-five-including-two-children-says-civil-defence-agency (The Guardian – World News)

Agency says missile struck citizens in Khan Younis, as Israel reports targeting ‘Hamas terrorist’ after clash with militants

An Israeli strike on Palestinian territory has killed five people including two children, Gaza’s civil defence agency told AFP on Wednesday.

“Five citizens, including two children, killed and others injured, some seriously, as a result of an Israeli missile strike,” in al-Mawasi, west of Khan Younis, civil defence spokesperson Mahmud Bassal told AFP.

Ghana’s Ibrahim Mahama first African to top annual art power list - https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2025/dec/04/ibrahim-mahama-ghana-tops-artreview-power-list (The Guardian – World News)

Artist who once draped Barbican in brightly coloured fabric says he is humbled by recognition in ArtReview rankings

The Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama has become the first African to be named the most influential figure in the art world in ArtReview magazine’s annual power list.

Mahama, whose work often uses found materials including textile remnants, topped the ranking of the contemporary art world’s most influential people and organisations as chosen by a global judging panel.

HSBC appoints interim chair Brendan Nelson to permanent role - https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/dec/03/hsbc-appoints-interim-chair-brendan-nelson-to-permanent-role (The Guardian – World News)

Questions raised about permanency of 76-year-old’s appointment and ‘leadership stability at critical juncture for bank’

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HSBC has appointed the former KPMG partner Brendan Nelson as its chair after a prolonged search process that left one of the world’s biggest banks without a permanent executive in the top role for months.

The decision to appoint Nelson, who has been serving as interim chair, came as a surprise, after a protracted hunt for a permanent successor for Mark Tucker which involved courting external candidates including the former chancellor George Osborne and the head of Goldman Sachs’s Asia-Pacific division, Kevin Sneader.

HyperVerse promoter ‘Bitcoin Rodney’ accuses Australian Sam Lee in US court of duping him with ‘elaborate deception’ - https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/dec/04/hyperverse-bitcoin-rodney-us-court-australian-sam-lee-ntwnfb (The Guardian – World News)

Rodney Burton says in Maryland district court memorandum he acted in good faith when promoting scheme that allegedly defrauded investors of US$1.89bn, but Lee calls claims ‘baseless’

A key promoter of an alleged global $3bn Ponzi scheme claims in newly filed US court documents he was trapped by an “elaborate” fraud orchestrated by Australian Sam Lee, and should be released from custody.

Rodney Burton – known as Bitcoin Rodney – was charged in the US in early 2024 for his alleged part in the HyperVerse scheme, which swept the globe from 2020 and allegedly defrauded investors of US$1.89bn (A$2.9bn at current rates).

India orders phone makers to preload devices with state-owned cyber safety app - https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/dec/01/india-phone-sanchar-saathi-app-cybersecurity (The Guardian – World News)

Critics voice concern as government says its Sanchar Saathi app combats cybersecurity threats for 1.2bn telecom users

India’s telecoms ministry has privately asked smartphone makers to preload all new devices with a state-owned cybersecurity app that cannot be deleted, a government order showed, a move likely to antagonise Apple and privacy advocates.

In tackling a recent surge of cybercrime and hacking, India is joining authorities worldwide, most recently in Russia, to frame rules blocking the use of stolen phones for fraud or promoting state-backed government service apps.

Israeli settlers attack and rob Italian and Canadian volunteers in West Bank - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/01/italian-canadian-volunteers-beaten-robbed-israeli-settlers-west-bank (The Guardian – World News)

Group beaten in early hours of morning in village where they volunteered to help protect Palestinians from settler violence

Italy and Canada have raised concerns about the treatment of their citizens who were beaten and robbed by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank.

Three Italians and a Canadian were attacked early on Sunday morning in the village of Ein al-Duyuk, near Jericho, where they had volunteered to help protect the Palestinian population from intensifying settler violence.

Labor urged to target gas exporters and bring in east coast reserve ‘right now’ as it weighs scheme’s design - https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/dec/04/labor-urged-to-target-gas-exporters-and-bring-in-east-coast-reserve-right-now-as-it-weighs-schemes-design (The Guardian – World News)

Australian Workers’ Union calls for ‘simple, workable’ model that applies to existing projects, not just future ones

Blue-collar workers and manufacturers want the Albanese government to stare down the gas giants as it designs a new gas reservation scheme, warning the industry’s preferred approach would fail to quickly contain prices.

The federal government is expected to unveil plans for an east coast gas reserve as soon as next week after a six-month review of the gas market.

Macron reportedly warned Zelenskyy US may ‘betray Ukraine on territory’ - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/04/macron-believes-us-may-betray-ukraine-on-territory-says-der-spiegel (The Guardian – World News)

Der Spiegel quotes leaked call in which European leaders voice doubts about Washington’s approach to peace talks

Emmanuel Macron has reportedly warned Volodymyr Zelenskyy that “there is a chance that the US will betray Ukraine on territory, without clarity on security guarantees”, the German magazine Der Spiegel reported, quoting a leaked note from a recent call with several European leaders.

Der Spiegel said it had obtained an English summary of Monday’s call, featuring what it said were direct quotations from European heads of government in which they expressed fundamental doubts about Washington’s approach to the talks.

More than 200 leading cultural figures call for release of jailed Palestinian leader - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/03/leading-cultural-figures-call-for-release-jailed-palestinian-leader-marwan-barghouti (The Guardian – World News)

Group including Margaret Atwood, Ian McKellen and Richard Branson sign open letter to free Marwan Barghouti

More than 200 leading cultural figures have come together to call for the release of Marwan Barghouti, the jailed Palestinian leader seen as capable of uniting factions and bringing the best hope to the stalled mission of creating a Palestinian state.

The prestigious and diverse group calling for his release in an open letter includes a variety of prominent names, including the writers Margaret Atwood, Philip Pullman, Zadie Smith and Annie Ernaux; actors Sir Ian McKellen, Benedict Cumberbatch, Tilda Swinton, Josh O’Connor and Mark Ruffalo, and the broadcaster and former footballer Gary Lineker.

Red squirrels expand across Highlands after 10-year reintroduction drive - https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/dec/05/red-squirrels-highlands-rewilding-uk (The Guardian – World News)

Rewilding charity helps bolster Scottish stronghold of species that once came close to extinction in UK

Red squirrels have expanded their range across the Highlands by more than a quarter after a 10-year reintroduction programme moved hundreds to new homes.

The species once came close to extinction in Britain when foresters killed them as pests and their natural habitat was destroyed. A deadly virus carried by invasive grey squirrels has hampered their recovery.

Revealed: Myanmar junta ‘crony’ given key role behind Fifa peace prize - https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/dec/04/revealed-myanmar-junta-crony-given-key-role-behind-fifa-peace-prize (The Guardian – World News)

Inaugural prize expected to be handed to Donald Trump but ‘process’ for choosing future winners to be proposed by controversial tycoon’s committee

It was the timing that set off the first alarm bells. With Donald Trump brooding over missing out on the Nobel peace prize, and shortly before Gianni Infantino, the president of world football’s governing body, Fifa, was due to meet the US president in Miami, an announcement was made.

In a press release and a post on his personal Instagram account last month, Infantino said Fifa would launch its very own peace prize, to be awarded each year to “individuals who help unite people in peace through unwavering commitment and special actions”.

Rising racism blamed for collapse in number of foreign nurses coming to UK - https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/dec/05/collapse-in-number-of-overseas-nurses-coming-to-uk (The Guardian – World News)

Number of overseas nurses and midwives registered between April and September was half that of a year ago

The number of overseas nurses and midwives coming to the UK is collapsing, figures reveal, with rising racism and changes to immigration rules blamed for the fall.

Between April and September, 6,321 nurses and midwives from abroad joined the register of those licensed to practice in the UK, compared with 12,534 who did so in the same period in 2024.

Russia blocks Snapchat and restricts Apple’s FaceTime, state officials say - https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/dec/04/russia-snapchat-apple (The Guardian – World News)

Latest effort to control communications comes as regulator claims apps being used to ‘conduct terrorist activities’

Russian authorities blocked access to Snapchat and imposed restrictions on Apple’s video calling service, FaceTime, the latest step in an effort to tighten control over the internet and communications online, according to state-run news agencies and the country’s communications regulator.

The state internet regulator Roskomnadzor alleged in a statement that both apps were being “used to organize and conduct terrorist activities on the territory of the country, to recruit perpetrators [and] commit fraud and other crimes against our citizens”. Apple did not respond to an emailed request for comment, nor did Snap Inc.

Several people arrested in New Orleans amid ICE ‘siege’: ‘It’s racial profiling’ - https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/dec/04/new-orleans-ice-immigration-raid (The Guardian – World News)

Communities remain terrified as Trump administration’s crackdown on another Democratic-led city enters day two

Dozens of people have been detained across the New Orleans area as the Trump administration’s latest sweeping federal immigration crackdown in a Democratic-led city entered its second day.

The city’s immigrant communities remain terrified and traumatized, advocates said, with many in hiding as people have been arrested in public spaces including parking lots outside Home Depots and Lowe’s hardware stores, at bus stops, shopping malls and in residential areas around the city.

Skydivers go on strike in three Australian states and claim pay has plummeted - https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/dec/05/australia-skydivers-strike (The Guardian – World News)

Union asks ‘would you want your mum strapped to an underpaid instructor?’

Australian skydivers in three states have gone on strike while pay negotiations drag on.

Skydiving instructors employed by tourism giant Experience Co were due to walk off the job on Friday at eight sites in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria after refusing multiple pay offers.

Tasmanian parliament finally approves $1.13bn Hobart stadium plan - https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/dec/04/tasmanian-parliament-finally-approves-113bn-hobart-stadium-plan (The Guardian – World News)

Late-night decision on the 23,000-seat roofed venue paves the way for Tasmania Devils to enter AFL and AFLW

A contentious $1.13bn AFL stadium has been given the official tick of approval by Tasmania’s parliament to pave the way for the Devils to enter the AFL and AFLW.

The 23,000-seat roofed venue at Macquarie Point was voted through the island state’s upper house of parliament at 11pm on Thursday after two days of debate.

Thailand seizes more than $300m in assets and issues 42 arrest warrants in cyberscam crackdown - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/04/thailand-scam-cyberscam-crackdown-arrests-south-east-asia (The Guardian – World News)

Seizures and warrants involve Chinese-Cambodian tycoon Chen Zhi, who heads US-sanctioned Prince Group, and Cambodians Kok An and Yim Leak

Thailand has seized assets worth more than $300m, including shares in a major regional energy company, and issued arrest warrants for 42 people in a high-profile push against regional scam networks, officials said on Wednesday.

Parts of south-east Asia, including the border areas between Thailand, Myanmar and Cambodia, have become hubs for online fraud, with criminal networks earning billions from illegal compounds where trafficking victims are often forced to work.

UK’s new digital-only immigration system creating exclusion and fear, study finds - https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/dec/05/uks-new-digital-only-immigration-system-creating-exclusion-and-fear-study-finds (The Guardian – World News)

Obtaining an eVisa to prove their status or right to legally reside in Britain is causing migrants high levels of stress

The UK’s new digital-only immigration system is creating stress, fear and exclusion for immigrants who rely on their status, a new report has found.

The digitalisation of immigration status began in 2018 and in the middle of this year the government set out that nearly all migrants entering or legally residing in the UK would have to obtain an eVisa to prove their rights. This would make them the first migrants to experience a mandatory digital-only identification system.

US and EU critical minerals project could displace thousands in DRC – report - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/04/us-eu-critical-minerals-project-drc-report-lobito-corridor (The Guardian – World News)

Global Witness says plan to upgrade railway line to Angola puts up to 1,200 buildings at risk of demolition

Up to 6,500 people are at risk of being displaced in the Democratic Republic of the Congo by a multi-billion-dollar infrastructure project funded by the EU and the US, amid a global race to secure supplies of copper, cobalt and other “critical minerals”, according to a report by campaign group Global Witness.

The project, labelled the Lobito Corridor, aims to upgrade the colonial-era Benguela railway from the DRC to Lobito on Angola’s coast and improve port infrastructure, as well as building a railway line to Zambia and supporting agriculture and solar power installations along the route. Angola has said it needs $4.5bn (£3.4bn) for its stretch of the line.

US supreme court approves redrawn Texas congressional maps - https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/dec/04/us-supreme-court-texas-congressional-maps (The Guardian – World News)

Major win for Trump as justices reject lower-court ruling that found maps had been racially gerrymandered

Texas can use a redrawn congressional map that adds as many as five Republican-friendly seats, the supreme court has ruled, giving Donald Trump and the GOP a major win in their push to add Republican congressional seats ahead of next year’s midterm elections.

The supreme court’s decision came after a 2-1 ruling from a three-judge panel striking down Texas’s new map in November. The majority found the state had likely sorted voters based on their race – an unlawful practice called racial gerrymandering – when they adopted the new maps. The majority ordered the state to use the maps it had adopted after the 2020 census for next year’s election.

Uganda stops granting refugee status for Eritreans, Somalis and Ethiopians - https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2025/dec/04/aid-cuts-africa-uganda-stops-refugee-status-eritreans-somalis-ethiopians (The Guardian – World News)

Government once seen as progressive on migration says aid cuts to blame for excluding countries ‘not experiencing war’

The Ugandan government has stopped granting asylum and refugee status to people from Eritrea, Somalia and Ethiopia, citing severe funding shortfalls for the significant policy shift.

Hillary Onek, Uganda’s minister for refugees, announced that the government would no longer grant the status to new arrivals from countries “not experiencing war”.

Yasser abu Shabab, leader of Israel-backed militia, killed in Gaza - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/04/yasser-abu-shabab-popular-forces-militia-killed-gaza (The Guardian – World News)

Death of commander of Popular Forces is blow to Israel’s efforts to confront Hamas through proxy groups

The leader of an Israeli-backed militia in Gaza has been killed, dealing a major blow to Israel’s efforts to build up its own Palestinian proxies to confront Hamas.

Yasser abu Shabab, a Bedouin tribal leader based in the Israeli-held zone of the devastated territory, is thought to have died from wounds sustained in a violent clash with powerful and well-armed local families, according to local media and sources in Gaza.

‘Day by day I lose weight’: asylum seekers on Nauru get $115 a week, but a bag of grapes costs $20 - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/04/nauru-australia-offshore-processing-asylum-seekers-conditions-hunger-declining-health (The Guardian – World News)

Prohibited from working, people sent to the island by Australia say they are struggling to survive because food is so expensive

Asylum seekers sent to Nauru by Australia say they are going hungry on the island, prohibited from working to support themselves and given insufficient money to buy enough food.

Others say they fear the Nauru government will deport them to their home countries, from where they say they have fled persecution and violence.

‘We have to rebuild from scratch’: Sri Lankans relive the devastation of Cyclone Ditwah - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/02/we-were-all-very-scared-sri-lankans-relive-the-devastation-of-cyclone-ditwah (The Guardian – World News)

Many uncertain about the future after losing everything in the country’s deadliest natural disaster for years

When the rains began, Layani Rasika Niroshani was not worried. The 36-year-old mother of two was used to the heavy monsoon showers that drench Sri Lanka’s hilly central region of Badulla every year. But as it kept pounding down without stopping, the family started to feel jittery.

Some relocated to a relative’s house, but her brother and his wife decided to stay behind to collect the valuables. As they were inside, a landslide hit the family home.

120,000 Home Cameras Were Hacked for Sexual Videos, South Korean Police Say - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/02/world/asia/south-korea-cameras-hacked.html (The New York Times – World)
The authorities arrested four people this week in the latest turn in the country’s effort to stop exploitative recordings.

A Skating Rink Was Built Around a Luciano Pavarotti Statue. People Aren’t Thrilled. - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/02/world/europe/pavarotti-statue-ice-rink-pesaro-italy.html (The New York Times – World)
“Nessun Dorma?” More like “Ice, Ice Baby,” as a statue in Italy is overshadowed.

After Deadly Attacks, Australia Debates: Do Shark Nets Work? - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/australia/sydney-shark-nets-australia.html (The New York Times – World)
Critics say the nets harm marine life and aren’t the best way to keep swimmers safe. Recent shark attacks have complicated a plan to remove some of them.

After Years of Debate, Vatican Says No to Women Deacons, at Least for Now - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/europe/vatican-pope-women-priests-deacons.html (The New York Times – World)
But a papal commission examining the question said further study was required, and advised that women should be given other leadership roles in the Catholic Church.

Aid Workers Stand Trial for Helping to Smuggle People Into Greece - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/europe/aid-workers-greece-migration-trial-smuggling.html (The New York Times – World)
The activists provided support to people who sought sanctuary in Greece during Europe’s migration crisis.

Cambodia Shuts Down Group That Laundered Billions in Scam Profits - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/asia/cambodia-huione-shuts-money-laundering.html (The New York Times – World)
A New York Times investigation in March found that Huione’s group of companies were at the heart of a global money laundering network for fraudsters, scammers and hackers.

Canada Turns to the World’s Polar Bear Capital to Defend its Arctic - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/canada/canada-arctic-churchill-polar-bears.html (The New York Times – World)
The tiny town of Churchill has two of Canada’s largest pieces of Arctic infrastructure, but years of neglect have left them in poor shape amid growing superpower rivalry in the region.

China, Japan and a New Narrative About World War II - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/china-japan-ww2-russia-gaza-pope.html (The New York Times – World)
Arguments about history are proliferating as the postwar order led by the United States crumbles.

Dominik Duka, Czech Cardinal Jailed Under Communism, Dies at 82 - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/europe/dominik-duka-dead.html (The New York Times – World)
While in prison in 1981, he befriended the dissident and future Czech president Vaclav Havel. Later, he became a conservative voice in Rome.

Environmentally Friendly Coffee - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/climate/climate-change-coffee.html (The New York Times – World)
Here’s what to know about your daily brew and the environment.

Europe Wants to Get the Word Out: Russia Is to Blame for Sabotage - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/europe/europe-russia-hybrid-attacks.html (The New York Times – World)
Officials are accusing Russia of smaller-scale assaults. President Vladimir V. Putin sought to turn the tables, saying that if Europe were to start a war, Russia is ready.

Fabergé Winter Egg Sells for $30 Million, an Auction Record - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/europe/faberge-winter-egg-auction.html (The New York Times – World)
Fabergé is believed to have produced 50 of the ornate eggs for Russia’s czars. The Winter Egg, sold on Tuesday, is considered one of the jewelry house’s greatest creations.

Groups Express Anixety as Trump Threatens to Derail U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Pact - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/business/economy/trump-north-american-trade-deal.html (The New York Times – World)
Hearings that began Wednesday in Washington reflected anxiety over the future of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade pact and whether the president could end up scrapping it.

Hamas Returns Body of Last Thai Hostage in Gaza - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/middleeast/thai-hostage-gaza-hamas-israel.html (The New York Times – World)
The militant group took more than 250 hostages from Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, including 31 from Thailand. The remains of all but one other hostage, an Israeli, have been recovered.

His Group Made World-Class Measurements of Atomic Elements - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/science/lost-science-nist-atomic-measurements.html (The New York Times – World)
Yuri Ralchenko led one of the oldest teams at the National Institute for Standards and Technology. The fate of some experiments hangs in the air.

How Israel’s Settlement Surge in the West Bank Is Displacing Palestinians - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/middleeast/israel-west-bank-settlements-palestinians.html (The New York Times – World)
The Israeli government authorized 22 settlements in May, the largest expansion in decades, and Palestinian families are now being forced from their homes.

In Photos and Video: Devastating Floods Swamp Parts of Asia - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/02/world/asia/floods-indonesia-sri-lanka-thailand-photos.html (The New York Times – World)
Images of the destruction caused by storms that have torn through South and Southeast Asia.

In Yemen, Separatist Forces Backed by UAE March Into Oil-Rich Region - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/middleeast/yemen-militias-attack-oil-uae.html (The New York Times – World)
The separatists were battling to secure the region’s oil fields, residents and the group’s officials said. Their swift advance could be a turning point in Yemen’s decade-long civil war.

Israel Says a Gaza Border Will Reopen, but Only for Palestinians to Leave - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/middleeast/israel-rafah-crossing-gaza-ceasefire.html (The New York Times – World)
Israel had agreed to open the Rafah crossing as part of the October cease-fire deal with Hamas but kept it closed. Egypt denied that the border would reopen soon.

Ludwig Minelli, Founder of Swiss Assisted-Suicide Group, Dies at 92 - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/europe/ludwig-minelli-dead.html (The New York Times – World)
Dignitas has helped more than 3,000 people take their own lives, an act that Mr. Minelli maintained was a fundamental exercise of free will.

Macron Urges Xi to Help End War in Ukraine - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/asia/china-france-macron-ukraine.html (The New York Times – World)
As President Emmanuel Macron of France visited China, its leader, Xi Jinping, said his country would play a constructive role in ending the fighting.

Macy’s Raises Sales Forecast Again as Shoppers Prove Resilient - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/europe/macys-retail-spending-economy.html (The New York Times – World)
Macy’s raised its sales forecast for the year after strong results at its upscale chain, highlighting how higher-income consumers continue to spend relatively freely.

On Trump’s Insults, Somalia’s Prime Minister Says ‘It’s Better Not to Respond’ - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/africa/trump-somalia-garbage-reaction-immigrant.html (The New York Times – World)
President Trump referred to Somali immigrants as “garbage” during a White House meeting on Tuesday.

Our Top Editor Answers Questions - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/02/world/executive-editor-reader-questions-ukraine-putin-best-books.html (The New York Times – World)
Joe Kahn, The New York Times’s executive editor, was asked about how we cover the news and make judgment calls in our reporting and editing.

Reckoning With a New Era of Deadly Floods - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/02/climate/climate-change-floods.html (The New York Times – World)
The floods and landslides that have killed more than 1,350 people in recent weeks are a grim reminder of the risks of a warming planet.

Ruined Rice Fields and Broken Rail Lines: Sri Lanka Counts Cost of Cyclone - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/asia/sri-lanka-cyclone-flood-damage.html (The New York Times – World)
Officials estimate the damage runs into billions of dollars, a headache for the island nation just recovering from an economic crash.

Sharks and Rays Gain Sweeping Protections from Wildlife Trade - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/02/science/wildlife-trade-cites-sharks-rays.html (The New York Times – World)
A global treaty has extended trade protections to more than 70 shark and ray species whose numbers are in sharp decline.

Snail Theft Hits France Before Holiday Rush - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/europe/france-escargot-heist.html (The New York Times – World)
Shop owners say the thieves who took 990 pounds of snails must have been escargot cognoscenti.

South Korea Says the U.S. Agreed to Help It Secure Fuel for Reactors - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/asia/south-korea-nuclear-reactor-fuel.html (The New York Times – World)
President Lee Jae Myung reaffirmed wanting to build nuclear-powered submarines at home, despite President Trump’s suggestion that they be built in the United States.

Spain Sees Itself as a Beacon for Immigrants. So Do Many Latin Americans. - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/europe/spain-migration-latin-america.html (The New York Times – World)
The government presents its migrant policy as a welcoming alternative to U.S. crackdowns. But activists say those arriving on boats from Africa are excluded from that embrace.

Stakes High, Europe Races to Save Its Financing Plan for Ukraine - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/europe/ukraine-russia-european-union-frozen-assets.html (The New York Times – World)
The European Union has a proposal for how to turn Russian frozen assets into a giant loan for Ukraine. If it fails, it could further weaken Europe’s global image.

Stellantis Is in Default for Moving Jeep Production to U.S., Canada Says - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/canada/lawsuit-stellantis-us-jeep-production.html (The New York Times – World)
The automaker switched production from Ontario in a bid to please President Trump. But the company defaulted on contracts covering hundreds of millions of dollars in assistance, Canada said.

Storm Floodwaters in Indonesia Turned Logs Into Floating Projectiles - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/asia/indonesia-sumatra-floods-timber-logs.html (The New York Times – World)
Many logs became forces of destruction in Indonesia last week, in a sign that deforestation compounded the devastation wrought by a cyclone.

Taiwan’s Opposition Leader, Once for Independence, Turns Toward China - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/asia/taiwan-opposition-cheng-china.html (The New York Times – World)
She says Taiwan must embrace its Chinese heritage to avoid war. Her critics say she wants to steer the island into Beijing’s orbit.

The Diplomat Who Was Accused of Sexual Abuse but Kept His Job - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/africa/kenya-diplomat-sex-abuse-women.html (The New York Times – World)
President William Ruto faces pressure after a Times investigation showed that his government downplayed or ignored the mistreatment of women working in Saudi Arabia.

The Philippines Spent Big on Flood Control, but the Water Keeps Rising - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/02/world/asia/phillipines-flood-control-corruption.html (The New York Times – World)
Many Filipinos say floods are worse than ever — and now, the government has admitted that vast sums were embezzled from a program meant to fight the problem.

Trump Faces Choices on Russia-Ukraine Talks as Peace Deal Deadline Passes - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/us/politics/trump-russia-ukraine-deadline.html (The New York Times – World)
The president wanted Moscow and Kyiv to come to terms by Thanksgiving. Negotiations are now stalled, leaving the White House to decide if an agreement is possible anytime soon.

Trump Says He ‘Ended’ the War Between Rwanda and Congo, but Fighting Persists - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/us/politics/trump-congo-rwanda-leaders-peace-talks.html (The New York Times – World)
The president trumpeted a peace pact in a meeting with the two countries’ leaders that includes incentives for U.S. access to minerals. Fighting in eastern Congo has continued in the months since an earlier agreement.

Tunisia Arrests Opposition Figure in Widening Crackdown - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/africa/tunisia-arrest-hammami-crackdown.html (The New York Times – World)
The sentencing of Ayachi Hammami, a prominent human rights lawyer, was the latest sign of Tunisia’s backsliding into authoritarianism, say rights groups.

Two U.K. Women’s Groups Ban Transgender Girls and Women - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/europe/uk-trans-ban-womens-institute-girl-guides.html (The New York Times – World)
The Girlguiding organization and the Women’s Institute both said a court ruling from earlier this year had forced their hands.

U.N. Security Council to Visit Syria and Lebanon at ‘Crucial’ Time for the Countries - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/02/world/middleeast/lebanon-un-security-council.html (The New York Times – World)
The trip comes days before the anniversary of the fall of Bashar al-Assad, and as Lebanon is navigating the cease-fire between Hezbollah and Israel.

Visiting Turkey and Lebanon, Pope Leo Echoed Francis’s Message, Not His Style - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/europe/pope-leo-first-trip-francis-turkey-lebanon.html (The New York Times – World)
Traveling through the Mideast, Leo XIV channeled many of his predecessor’s messages. Leo’s deliberate manner differed from Francis.

What to Know About Putin’s Visit to India as Oil Trade Dries Up - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/asia/india-russia-putin-visit-arms.html (The New York Times – World)
The Trump administration, which crippled Russia’s oil sales to India with sanctions, will be watching Mr. Putin’s talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

When Kids Adopt New Technologies, Hype Can Turn to Backlash - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/kids-and-tech-phone-bans-schools-eurovision.html (The New York Times – World)
The arc of mobile phones and social media may foretell the future of artificial intelligence in schools.

Yasser Abu Shabab, Militant Leader Backed by Israel, Is Killed in Gaza, Official Says - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/middleeast/yasser-abu-shabab-killed-gaza.html (The New York Times – World)
Yasser Abu Shabab, a Bedouin man in his 30s, was at the center of an Israeli project in Gaza to build up anti-Hamas militias.

'Absolutely filthy': Lyon roars after being dropped from Gabba Test - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ashes/absolutely-filthy-gutted-nathan-lyon-voices-anger-after-being-dropped-from-gabba-ashes-test/articleshow/125768163.cms (Times of India – World News)
Australia opted for an all-pace attack for the Brisbane Test, leaving out Lyon. The team made two changes from the eight-wicket win in the opening Test in Perth. Michael Neser came in for Lyon, and Josh Inglis replaced injured opener Usman Khawaja. Lyon said he got to know about his omission only after reaching the ground.

Amroha crash: 4 MBBS interns die as car hits parked truck; liquor bottles found - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/meerut/4-mbbs-students-killed-as-car-rams-into-stationary-truck-on-delhi-lko-nh/articleshow/125770457.cms (Times of India – World News)

Arrested suspect in Rubaiya abduction was 'inadvertently' named in CBI warrant: Court - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/arrested-suspect-in-rubaiya-abduction-was-inadvertently-named-in-cbi-warrant-court/articleshow/125773494.cms (Times of India – World News)
A TADA court quashed a warrant against Shafat Ahmed Shangloo, arrested as an accomplice in the 1989 Rubaiya Sayeed abduction. The court found Shangloo was "inadvertently" named, as he was listed in the 1991 chargesheet as "released for want of evidence," not an "absconding accused." Warrants against seven others were also cancelled.

At UNGA, India skips vote to stop Ukrainian kids’ forced relocation - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/at-unga-india-skips-vote-to-stop-ukrainian-kids-forced-relocation/articleshow/125777685.cms (Times of India – World News)

Bastar encounter: Maoist toll hits 18; top commander Vella among dead - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/6-more-bodies-found-maoist-toll-in-bastar-shootout-hits-18/articleshow/125774790.cms (Times of India – World News)

Bigg Boss 19: Malti Chahar gets eliminated; refuses to forgive Amaal Mallik - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/bigg-boss-19-malti-chahar-gets-eliminated-refuses-to-forgive-amaal-mallik-and-pranit-more-before-leaving/articleshow/125772064.cms (Times of India – World News)
Bigg Boss 19's grand finale is set for December 7, with the Top 5 finalists now revealed. Malti Chahar was the latest contestant eliminated after a 'Magical Kadhai' challenge, leaving Farrhana Bhatt as the fifth finalist. Malti departed without forgiving Pranit More, citing his behavior throughout the season.

Bihar voter list row: SC seeks EC records; ADR claims 5 lakh duplicates remain - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/adr-sir-failed-to-weed-out-5l-duplicate-voters-in-bihar/articleshow/125775370.cms (Times of India – World News)

Bill Gates ‘warns’ Donald Trump: US will share blame for rising child deaths as… - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/tech-news/bill-gates-warns-donald-trump-us-will-share-blame-for-rising-child-deaths-as/articleshow/125766367.cms (Times of India – World News)
Bill Gates warns President Trump that slashing US global health funding could cause the first rise in childhood deaths this century. New projections indicate millions more children may die if cuts persist. While the Gates Foundation is increasing its own spending, it cannot replace government support, leaving vulnerable nations struggling to achieve self-sufficiency.

Daily road deaths touched 485 in 2024 even as NH fatalities dipped - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/daily-road-deaths-touched-485-in-2024-even-as-nh-fatalities-dipped/articleshow/125777686.cms (Times of India – World News)
India witnessed a grim rise in road fatalities in 2024, with 1.77 lakh deaths, averaging 485 daily. While National Highways showed a slight decrease in their share of accidents, overall deaths climbed 2.3% from the previous year. Experts emphasize the need for education and broader awareness campaigns to combat this crisis.

Dak Prescott injury update: Will the Cowboys QB play tonight vs the Lions? - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/nfl/news/will-dak-prescott-play-against-the-detroit-lions-tonight-latest-injury-update-on-the-popular-dallas-cowboys-quarterback/articleshow/125765940.cms (Times of India – World News)
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott will play against the Detroit Lions tonight. He recently broke the team's all-time passing yards record after recovering from a serious injury last season. The game starts at 8:15 PM at Ford Field. Fans have renewed hope with Prescott leading the team. Trevon Diggs and Tyler Guyton are out due to injury.

Elgar Parishad case: HC gives bail to DU ex-professor Hany Babu; 3 still in jail - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mumbai/elgar-parishad-case-after-5-years-ex-du-professor-hany-babu-gets-bail-3-more-in-jail/articleshow/125777780.cms (Times of India – World News)
The Bombay High Court has made a landmark decision by granting bail to Hany Babu, a former Delhi University professor linked to the Elgar Parishad case, after a staggering five-year incarceration. The court underscored that holding someone without trial for such an extended period breaches essential rights.

File charges only if there’s reasonable conviction chance: Supreme Court - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/sc-file-charges-only-if-theres-reasonable-conviction-chance/articleshow/125774536.cms (Times of India – World News)
The Supreme Court has cautioned police and trial courts against filing chargesheets and framing charges without a strong prima facie case, citing judicial system congestion. Justices emphasized that prosecution should only proceed with a reasonable prospect of conviction, especially in civil disputes, acting as crucial filters to maintain judicial efficiency and integrity.

Gastroenterologist shares 4 signs of colon cancer in the 30s - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/health-news/gastroenterologist-shares-4-signs-of-colon-cancer-in-the-30s/articleshow/125745789.cms (Times of India – World News)
America faces a silent health crisis with rising colorectal cancer rates, particularly concerning among young adults. Gastroenterologist Dr. Joseph Salhab highlights four key warning signs: unexplained fatigue due to anemia, night sweats from inflammatory proteins, persistent changes in bowel habits like constipation or diarrhea, and blood in stool, a potential hallmark of the disease. Read below to know more!

Gujarat HC halts Rs 45L alimony order: Wife accused of killing mother-in-law - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ahmedabad/improper-to-pay-wife-who-killed-my-mom-man-challenges-alimony-order/articleshow/125773696.cms (Times of India – World News)

Holiday or not, Sheikh Abdullah resides in hearts: Omar - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/holiday-or-not-sheikh-abdullah-resides-in-hearts-omar/articleshow/125773753.cms (Times of India – World News)
Sheikh Abdullah's legacy lives on in people's hearts, regardless of his birth anniversary holiday status, stated J&K CM Omar Abdullah. He emphasized that holiday decisions rest with the Centre, not the elected government, and that such observances don't measure his contributions. The National Conference plans a grand event for the anniversary.

IndiGo meltdown hits flyers: Mumbai City FC stranded 10 hours; fares spike, chaos nationwide - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/delays-cancellations-missed-flights-chaos-spares-none-from-footballers-to-funeral-goers/articleshow/125777800.cms (Times of India – World News)
A nationwide air travel crisis, primarily involving IndiGo, has left thousands stranded. Mumbai City FC's journey to a Super Cup semi-final was severely impacted by cancellations and delays. Passengers faced prolonged waits, exorbitant fares, and missed crucial events, highlighting widespread disruption across major Indian cities.

IndiNoGo chaos: 300 flights cancelled nationwide; airline admits crew miscalculation - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/indinogo-300-flights-nixed-as-airline-chaos-worsens/articleshow/125777749.cms (Times of India – World News)
Thousands of passengers faced severe travel chaos as IndiGo cancelled around 300 flights on Thursday due to underestimating pilot needs under new duty rules. This planning lapse by the airline led to widespread airport disruptions, impacting even other carriers. IndiGo admitted to misjudging crew requirements, causing significant inconvenience.

J&K Police bust Pak-linked narco-terror syndicate; 6 held with 5kg heroin, 3 pistols - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/jk-police-bust-pak-linked-narco-terror-syndicate-6-held-with-5kg-heroin-3-pistols/articleshow/125773501.cms (Times of India – World News)
Jammu Police have dismantled a cross-border narco-terror network, arresting six individuals and seizing 5kg of heroin worth over Rs 30 crore, along with arms. Investigations revealed connections to Pakistani handlers fueling anti-India activities. The operation, initiated by suspicious pedestrians, led to the unravelling of a sophisticated drug and arms supply chain.

Kasganj wedding row: Man mows down 5 over DJ dispute; 3 kin of groom killed - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/agra/3-die-as-wedding-guest-runs-car-over-them-after-dispute-over-dj/articleshow/125772194.cms (Times of India – World News)

Kerala: HC denies Cong MLA bail in sex assault case; party expels him - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/kerala-hc-denies-cong-mla-bail-in-sex-assault-case-party-expels-him/articleshow/125775321.cms (Times of India – World News)

Kill Baby Kill: Trump rolls back US fuel economy standards calling it 'green new scam' - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/kill-baby-kill-trump-rolls-back-us-fuel-economy-standards-calling-it-green-new-scam/articleshow/125770249.cms (Times of India – World News)
US President Donald Trump announced a significant rollback of fuel-economy standards, lowering targets from 50.4 mpg to 34.5 mpg. This decision effectively shifts the global decarbonization burden to nations like China and India, which are rapidly advancing in electric mobility and renewable energy.

Kobe Bryant slammed by alleged friend, claims he 'wasn’t a good person' - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/nba/top-stories/kobe-bryant-wasnt-a-good-person-alleged-childhood-friend-says-lakers-legend-wasnt-generous-to-family-or-friends/articleshow/125753007.cms (Times of India – World News)
New claims suggest NBA legend Kobe Bryant was not a good person and neglected family and friends. An alleged childhood friend shared disappointment over unmet promises of support. This contrasts with Kobe's documented generosity and mentorship. The allegations have sparked debate online, highlighting the complex nature of his legacy. Kobe's life included both personal challenges and significant positive contributions.

LeBron James expected to play tonight vs Raptors: Latest Lakers update - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/nba/top-stories/is-lebron-james-playing-tonight-vs-the-toronto-raptors-latest-update-on-the-los-angeles-lakers-stars-injury-report-december-4-2025/articleshow/125774664.cms (Times of India – World News)
LeBron James is expected to play for the Lakers against the Raptors, despite lingering sciatica. Both teams face significant injury concerns, with Toronto missing RJ Barrett and Jakob Poeltl, while Los Angeles is without Luka Doncic and Marcus Smart. This matchup carries playoff preview weight as both teams boast strong records.

Live-in ok for adults even if not of marriage age: Rajasthan HC - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/live-in-ok-for-adults-even-if-not-of-marriage-age-rajasthan-hc/articleshow/125775697.cms (Times of India – World News)
Rajasthan high court affirmed that two consenting adults, even below marriageable age, have the right to a live-in relationship. Rejecting the argument that the male's age prevented cohabitation, the court cited Article 21, stating fundamental rights cannot be denied. Live-in relationships are not illegal, and the state must ensure protection.

Loudspeakers not integral to practising religion: Bombay HC - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/loudspeakers-not-integral-to-practising-religion-hc/articleshow/125775612.cms (Times of India – World News)

Niti panel backs licences, permits for perpetuity - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/niti-panel-backs-licences-permits-for-perpetuity/articleshow/125775301.cms (Times of India – World News)

PUC violations cost Rs 330cr: Rajasthan tops; e-detection rollout begins - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/330cr-collected-in-5-yrs-for-puc-violations-govt/articleshow/125777707.cms (Times of India – World News)

Putin in India: ‘Defence ties to deepen despite US, EU oppn’; S-500 supply uncertain - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/putin-in-india-defence-ties-to-deepen-despite-us-eu-oppn/articleshow/125777601.cms (Times of India – World News)
India and Russia are deepening their defense ties, focusing on niche technologies and industrial cooperation. Despite global pressures, New Delhi reaffirms its strategic autonomy. Discussions included S-400 systems, Sukhoi upgrades, and BrahMos missile advancements, underscoring a commitment to bolstering India's indigenous defense capabilities and maintaining a strong partnership with Moscow.

Putin-Modi meet: How India became Russia's lifeline - but on its own terms - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/putin-modi-meet-how-india-became-russias-lifeline-but-on-its-own-terms/articleshow/125762691.cms (Times of India – World News)
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi for a crucial summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking to bolster energy and arms ties amidst Western sanctions. India navigates a diplomatic tightrope, balancing its historical partnership with Moscow against growing ties with Washington, aiming for strategic autonomy.

Rasgulla row at wedding: Brawl erupts in Bodh Gaya; dowry charge adds twist - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/shortage-of-rasgullas-sparks-brawl-between-bride-grooms-kin/articleshow/125774948.cms (Times of India – World News)

Rupee slumps: What the currency’s fall beyond 90 per dollar means for investors - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/rupee-slumps-what-the-currencys-fall-beyond-90-per-dollar-means-for-investors-all-you-need-to-know/articleshow/125772077.cms (Times of India – World News)
The Indian rupee has breached Rs 90 against the US dollar for the first time, driven by weak capital flows, importer demand, and trade deal uncertainty. This decline has impacted equity markets, prompting foreign investor selling despite strong domestic fundamentals. Analysts warn of further depreciation if the rupee sustains above this psychological barrier.

Russian President’s visit turns parts of city into a fortress - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/russian-presidents-visit-turns-parts-of-city-into-a-fortress/articleshow/125777462.cms (Times of India – World News)
President Putin's visit to New Delhi has transformed key areas into a heavily fortified zone, mirroring G20 security measures. His custom-built Aurus Senat limousine, a "rolling bunker," was flown in for his protection. A five-layer security grid, combining Russian and Indian elite forces, ensures his safety, with snipers and anti-drone systems deployed.

SC on BLO workload: States must replace those struggling with SIR; deploy more staff - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/states-must-replace-blos-finding-sir-work-difficult-sc/articleshow/125775603.cms (Times of India – World News)

Saravanan, Tamil cinema’s ‘gentleman producer’, dead - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/saravanan-tamil-cinemas-gentleman-producer-dead/articleshow/125775258.cms (Times of India – World News)

Smart solutions: A hack that has your back — 10 points - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/smart-solutions-a-hack-that-has-your-back/articleshow/125775279.cms (Times of India – World News)

Smriti wedding postponed: Palak Muchhal breaks silence on 'tough times' - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/smriti-mandhana-wedding-postponed-palash-muchhals-sister-palak-breaks-silence-on-tough-times/articleshow/125769463.cms (Times of India – World News)
Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palash Muchhal’s wedding, scheduled for November 23, was postponed after health-related issues in the family.

TN defies HC for 2nd time in 2 days on hilltop lamp ritual - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/tn-defies-hc-for-2nd-time-in-2-days-on-hilltop-lamp-ritual/articleshow/125775300.cms (Times of India – World News)

To ‘shield girl from stalker’, foster kin kept her locked for 20 years - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/to-shield-girl-from-stalker-foster-kin-kept-her-locked-for-20-years/articleshow/125774614.cms (Times of India – World News)

Travis Kelce’s bold Europe comments on Taylor Swift spark future rumors - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/nfl/news/travis-kelces-unfiltered-comments-about-taylor-swift-during-their-european-vacation-intensify-speculation-about-their-future/articleshow/125755770.cms (Times of India – World News)
Travis Kelce recently spoke about his trip to Lake Como with Taylor Swift. He described the beautiful scenery and the warmth of the local people. Kelce expressed his joy and wonder at the experience, finding a new appreciation for life's pace. George Clooney also joined the conversation, sharing his own fondness for the Italian region.

Travis Turner case: Virginia coach’s family in focus amid child abuse charges - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/international-sports/travis-turners-family-virginia-football-coach-wife-children-and-child-abuse-charges/articleshow/125771890.cms (Times of India – World News)
Virginia football coach Travis L. Turner vanished amid grave child abuse allegations, just as police sought to question him. Charged with child sexual abuse material possession and soliciting a minor, Turner, armed, reportedly entered a nearby forest. The U.S. Marshals are offering a $5,000 reward for information on the missing coach, as search efforts continue.

US vs China: Ford CEO warns; We are in deep trouble because the US lacks skilled labour - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/tech-news/ford-ceo-says-we-are-in-deep-trouble-when-you-compare-us-to-china-because-/articleshow/125696539.cms (Times of India – World News)
Ford CEO Jim Farley warns of a critical shortage of skilled tradespeople in the US, highlighting over a million empty positions in essential sectors. He contrasts the US unfavorably with China, emphasizing the need for investment in trade education and a cultural shift to value manual labor to rebuild the nation's workforce and ensure national security.

WFH status shouldn’t tilt balance in custody battle: SC - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/wfh-status-shouldnt-tilt-balance-in-custody-battle-sc/articleshow/125775325.cms (Times of India – World News)

Why isn’t Luka Doncic playing tonight vs Raptors despite being healthy? - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/nba/top-stories/why-isnt-luka-doncic-playing-tonight-vs-the-toronto-raptors-despite-being-healthy/articleshow/125772689.cms (Times of India – World News)
Lakers' star Luka Doncic is unexpectedly absent from tonight's game against the Toronto Raptors due to personal reasons. He is currently in Slovenia, preparing to welcome his second child. This absence poses a significant challenge for the Lakers, who will need to adapt their strategy to secure a win without their leading scorer. Fans eagerly await his return.

Zuckerberg to cut budget by billions for the project FB owner changed its name - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/tech-news/mark-zuckerberg-planning-to-cut-budget-by-billions-of-dollars-for-the-project-for-which-facebook-and-instagram-owner-changed-its-name/articleshow/125771696.cms (Times of India – World News)
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is reportedly planning significant resource cuts, potentially as high as 30%, for its metaverse division, including virtual worlds and VR units. This comes as the company shifts its focus towards artificial intelligence development, with budget reductions expected to impact the VR group and potentially lead to layoffs early next year.

African football legends join forces to give a red card to polio - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166515 (UN News – Top Stories)
Six African football legends are urging the continent to unite and step up efforts to vaccinate every child against the life-threatening polio virus.

Air strikes and shelling continue in Gaza - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166505 (UN News – Top Stories)
The UN has called for an investigation into the recent “horrific” killing by Israeli forces of two young brothers in Gaza who were reportedly targeted by a drone while collecting firewood.

Amid Sudan’s unimaginable crisis, its people endure with hope - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166514 (UN News – Top Stories)
As the world prepares to mark Human Rights Day on 10 December, the UN is warning that war-torn Sudan is in the midst of arguably the gravest human rights crisis of our time.

Arab region pushed to limits by climate extremes as 2024 smashes heat records - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166509 (UN News – Top Stories)
The Arab region is heating at nearly twice the global average, UN weather experts warned on Thursday, after 2024 saw unprecedented heat, destructive storms and worsening water scarcity impact some of the world’s most vulnerable communities.

Asia: Lives upended by cyclones, ‘extreme’ rainfall on the rise, warn UN agencies - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166482 (UN News – Top Stories)
Across southeast Asia, record-breaking rains and flooding caused by back-to-back tropical storms have claimed hundreds of lives and brought devastation and displacement upon entire communities, UN agencies said on Tuesday.

Crackdown on Palestinian civil society is reaching alarming levels, warns UN human rights office - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166496 (UN News – Top Stories)
The UN human rights office, OHCHR, has condemned an Israeli raid on the Union of Agricultural Work Committees in the occupied West Bank, warning that pressure on Palestinian civil society has reached alarming levels.

Deadly storms sweep South and Southeast Asia, leaving over 1,600 dead - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166516 (UN News – Top Stories)
From Sri Lanka’s central highlands to Indonesia’s flood-swollen river basins, a wave of climate-fuelled cyclones and monsoon rains has unleashed one of the deadliest weather patterns south and southeast Asia has seen in years, killing more than 1,600 people, displacing hundreds of thousands and affecting millions.

Gaza: UN reports expanded winterisation efforts as cold weather intensifies - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166479 (UN News – Top Stories)
The UN says humanitarian partners in Gaza are scaling up winterisation efforts as cold weather and heavy rain continue to impact displaced Palestinians.

General Assembly LIVE: Resolution adopted demanding Russia return Ukrainian children - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166503 (UN News – Top Stories)
The UN General Assembly’s emergency special session spotlighting Russian aggression against Ukraine has reconvened in New York where the world body has adopted a resolution demanding Moscow end the forcible transfer and separation from their families, of Ukrainian children. Follow live coverage below and go here for detailed coverage of other key meetings. UN News app users can follow the vote here.

General Assembly demands return of Ukrainian children by Russia - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166507 (UN News – Top Stories)
The UN General Assembly on Wednesday demanded by a wide margin that Russia immediately and unconditionally return all Ukrainian children who have been forcibly transferred or deported since the start of the war.

Genuine inclusion of persons with disabilities is a win for us all: Guterres - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166502 (UN News – Top Stories)
Discussions around promoting greater inclusion of people with disabilities in society topped the agenda at the United Nations on Wednesday.

HIV and AIDS: Despite funding setbacks, prevention sees progress - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166478 (UN News – Top Stories)
Pooja Mishra’s health kept worsening until she began treatment for HIV at age 19, two years after her diagnosis. From wondering if she’d ever be able to live a normal life, today she is youth coordinator at a coalition for people with the disease in India.

In the Occupied Palestinian Territory, journalism is ‘both a battleground and a lifeline’ - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166481 (UN News – Top Stories)
More than 260 media professionals were killed in the recent hostilities in Gaza – the deadliest conflict for journalists in decades.

Iraq: UN mission ends, with pledge of continued support - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166484 (UN News – Top Stories)
The recent parliamentary elections in Iraq mark a fitting end to the work of the UN Mission in the country, the Security Council heard on Tuesday.

Landmine casualties hit four-year high as treaty setbacks deepen - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166476 (UN News – Top Stories)
Civilian deaths and injuries from landmines and explosive remnants of war have risen to their highest level in four years, according to the Landmine Monitor 2025 report launched in Geneva on Monday.

Malaria: Drug resistance and underfunding threaten progress towards eliminating killer disease - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166508 (UN News – Top Stories)
The authoritative World Health Organization (WHO) World Malaria Report, published on Thursday, shows that resistance to antimalarial drugs now poses one of the most acute risks to control efforts across Africa and beyond.

Millions of jobs at risk in Asia-Pacific as AI adoption surges in wealthy nations - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166483 (UN News – Top Stories)
Millions of jobs across Asia could be at risk as the AI industry booms at the expense of poorer nations still struggling to provide basic digital access and literacy, UN economists said on Tuesday.

Mozambique: ‘Civilians were killed, some were even beheaded’ - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166485 (UN News – Top Stories)
“They live in community shelters, they live in classrooms which are overcrowded,” the UN refugee agency’s (UNHCR) representative in Mozambique said on Tuesday, highlighting the plight of thousands searching for safety.

Myanmar: Opium crop hits 10-year high amid conflict and economic collapse - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166501 (UN News – Top Stories)
Opium poppy cultivation in Myanmar has surged to a ten-year high, the United Nations reported on Wednesday, underscoring how prolonged conflict and economic collapse are driving farmers deeper into the illicit economy.

Sudan: Kordofan cannot become ‘another El Fasher,’ Türk warns - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166510 (UN News – Top Stories)
UN human rights chief Volker Türk on Thursday warned that Sudan risks “another El Fasher” as fierce fighting spreads across the Kordofan region, raising fears of a fresh wave of atrocities.

Sudan’s crisis deepens with communities trapped in ‘siege conditions’ - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166506 (UN News – Top Stories)
Civilians across Sudan’s Kordofan region are facing extreme hardship as conflict intensifies, warned the UN aid coordination office (OCHA) on Wednesday.

Syria: Hope emerges amid ongoing human rights challenges - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166498 (UN News – Top Stories)
For the first time in the country’s history, Syrians are preparing to publicly mark Human Rights Day next week — a small but meaningful step that UN human rights officials say signals a “new chapter” in their engagement with the authorities, and a cautiously optimistic moment for millions seeking change.

UN and partners back new measures to help millions move from vulnerability to opportunity - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166518 (UN News – Top Stories)
A major UN meeting in Doha wrapped up on Thursday with a renewed drive to help the world’s poorest countries move towards long-term stability and prosperity, as senior officials urged stronger global partnerships to ensure that development gains are not lost once States exit the Least Developed Country (LDC) category.

UN chief warns unpaid dues near $1.6 billion, as budget cuts deepen - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166480 (UN News – Top Stories)
With nearly $1.6 billion in unpaid dues, the UN Secretary-General warned on Monday that chronic late payments are hampering the world body’s ability to function, even as sweeping cuts move forward through the General Assembly’s main budget committee.

UN sounds alarm as landmine deaths rise amid funding cuts - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166500 (UN News – Top Stories)
The deadly legacy of conflicts old and new – from Gaza to Sudan and beyond – continues to kill and maim civilians on a near-daily basis, mine action workers said on Wednesday, as they appealed for greater support for their lifesaving work in the face of deep funding cuts.

UN support helps Gaza mothers give birth amid collapsing health system - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166517 (UN News – Top Stories)
Every week in Gaza, at least 15 women give birth outside any health facility, often without a trained midwife, pain relief or basic medical supplies.

WHO backs wider use of weight-loss medicines, calling obesity a chronic disease - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166477 (UN News – Top Stories)
The UN World Health Organization (WHO) has issued its first guideline on the use of a new class of weight-loss medicines, marking a significant shift in global health policy as obesity rates continue to rise.

World News in Brief: Food insecurity triples, Mozambique aid boost, Uganda elections alert - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166504 (UN News – Top Stories)
The number of people facing acute food insecurity has tripled since 2016 to nearly 300 million, even as food-sector funding has fallen back to 2016 levels, the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) said on Wednesday, launching its first-ever Global Emergency and Resilience Appeal:

‘Decisive action’ needed to end Israel-Palestine stalemate - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166488 (UN News – Top Stories)
The President of the UN General Assembly called on Tuesday for greater action to uphold the rights of the Palestinian people and a two-State solution with Israel.

POLITICA

AFP photographer Josh Edelson, finalist for the 2021 “Covering Climate Now Journalism Awards” - http://www.afp.com/en/agency/inside-afp/inside-afp/afp-photographer-josh-edelson-finalist-2021-covering-climate-now (Agence France-Presse (AFP) – World News)
AFP photographer Josh Edelson, finalist for the 2021 “Covering Climate Now Journalism Awards”

17 Sep 2021 - 19:24

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AFP photographer Josh Edelson, finalist for the 2021 “Covering Climate Now Journalism Awards”

Josh Edelson, independent photographer based in San Francisco, California, has been working with AFP since 2012. “ 10 years covering wildfires in California, I've never seen anything like what this year brought. The new normal now seems to be that every fire season brings a new surprise”, he tells AFP.

His coverage for AFP of the “megafires” in northern California makes him one of three photographers preselected for the “Covering Climate Now Journalism Awards.”. These prizes are awarded in the name of the “Covering Climate Now” coalition of more than 450 media worldwide, including AFP. Names of the winners will be announced in early October.

Behrouz Mehri

3rd place - "Photojournalist of the Year (Large Market)"

In this picture taken late on June 13, 2017, physiotherapist Masayuki Ozaki takes a bath with his silicone sex doll Mayu at a love hotel in Yachimata, Chiba prefecture. Around 2,000 of the life-like dolls -- which cost around 6,000 USD and come with adjustable fingers, removable head and life-like genitals -- are sold each year in Japan, according to industry insiders. © AFP / Behrouz Mehri

Luis Tato

2nd Place - "International News Single"

A woman reacts as she passes Kenyan police troops during a protest by supporters of the National Super Alliance (NASA) presidential candidate on August 11th, 2017 at the Mathare slum of Nairobi, a stronghold of Kenyan opposition leader. Kenyan politics is characterised by inter-ethnic tensions and Kenyan elections were marred by deadly riots, violent protests, killings, and beatings in key opposition strongholds along the country. Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International found that just during the post-electoral process, police and inter-ethnics conflicts killed at least 100 people, and injured hundreds more in several parts of the country. © Luis Tato / AFP PHOTO

Brendan Smialowski

Honorable Mention - "General News Single"

Counselor to the President Kellyanne Conway checks her phone after taking a photo as US President Donald Trump and leaders of historically black universities and colleges pose for a group photo in the Oval Office of the White House before a meeting with US Vice President Mike Pence February 27, 2017 in Washington, DC. © Brendan Smialowski / AFP PHOTO

Brendan Smialowski

Honorable Mention - "Domestic News Picture Story"

The political realities of Washington, DC are complicated. Often charting his own course, Donald Trump has transitioned from candidate to President. No longer blanketed in the relative security of private life, Trump both enjoys and bucks the constant attention of the public eye. The simplicities of rally speeches has been replaced with the challenges of the Democratic process. US President Donald Trump points to Air Force One while walking to the presidential aircraft at Morristown Municipal Airport September 22, 2017 in Morristown, New Jersey. © Brendan Smialowski / AFP PHOTO

Josh Edelson revient sur sa couverture des incendies dans un billet publié récemment sur le blog de l’AFP Making-Of.

Découvrez la liste complète des finalistes du Covering Climate Now Awards ici.

AFP teams up with Yahoo! Hispanics America for exclusive US election video - http://www.afp.com/en/agency/inside-afp/inside-afp/afp-teams-yahoo-hispanics-america-exclusive-us-election-video (Agence France-Presse (AFP) – World News)
AFP teams up with Yahoo! Hispanics America for exclusive US election video

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AFP teams up with Yahoo! Hispanics America for exclusive US election video

Quality entreprise journalism, high-definition video, and ready-to-air Spanish-language narration combine in this production available exclusively for Yahoo! From immigration policy, to the economy; from the rising Mexican-American stars of California politics, to Washington insiders, to Puerto Rican and Cuban communities in Florida -- these compelling portraits and stylized storytelling are a hallmark of AFPTV's international, award-winning video style.

AFPTV's election video series can be viewed on Yahoo! sites in the Americas:
http://es-us.noticias.yahoo.com/video/perfiles-hispanos-sergio-garcia-225239174.html
http://es-us.noticias.yahoo.com/video/perfiles-hispanos-maria-elena-lópez-220008435.html

AFPTV's US and international production in Spanish and Portuguese can be viewed at Yahoo's numerous channels, for North, Central and South America as well as Spain and Portugal.

AFP made history as the first agency to offer full HD coverage, producing some 170 videos per day from more than 90 video journalism units operating around the world. AFPTV delivers videos to clients in seven languages (English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Arabic and Polish), as well as naturalsound versions without voiceover to satisfy all broadcasters' needs.

AFPTV also offers custom services for media clients including special assignments and production assistance.

About AFP
AFP is a global news agency delivering fast, accurate, in-depth coverage of the events shaping our world from wars and conflicts to politics, sports, entertainment and the latest breakthroughs in health, science and technology. With 2,260 journalists spread across almost every country, AFP covers the world 24 hours a day in six languages. AFP delivers the news in video, text, photos, multimedia and graphics to a wide range of customers including newspapers and magazines, radio and TV channels, web sites and portals, mobile operators, corporate clients as well as public institutions.

Avenir de la planète : une semaine de couverture spéciale AFP - http://www.afp.com/fr/lagence/notre-actualite/communiques-de-presse/avenir-de-la-planete-une-semaine-de-couverture (Agence France-Presse (AFP) – World News)
Future of the Planet : A week of special coverage by AFP

16 Sep 2019 - 14:05

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AFP’s special package is anchored to the September 23 UN Climate Summit in New York, and will cover the September 20 rallies and marches worldwide by young people demanding decisive action on global warming. In parallel, experts from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) gather in Monaco to release a special Report on the Ocean and Cryosphere on 25 September. A draft of the report obtained exclusively by AFP warns that rising sea – even in a world that warms by no more than two degrees Celsius – could displace 280 million of people around the world. AFP’s global team is primed to cover this planetary event, and will deliver reports and stories from Bolivia, Uganda, France, Mumbai, the United States, and other locations. Reporting on major events will be broadcast via live video.

“AFP is making the Future of the Planet a major editorial priority. The transformation of our environment is a vital story that is having a dramatic impact on the lives of people across the globe. AFP has mobilised its unrivalled global network to document this changing reality through high quality multimedia journalism”, said Phil Chetwynd, AFP’s Global News Director.

In recent months, AFP has made available to its media clients around the globe a wide range of multimedia packages on the climate crisis and other urgent environmental issues, with datelines such as Greenland, Alaska, Siberia, the Amazon rainforest, Mont-Blanc, Patagonia, Indonesia, Israel and the Pacific ocean.

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US authorities arrest suspect in 2021 Washington, DC, pipe bomb case - https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/12/4/us-authorities-arrest-suspect-in-2021-capitol-hill-pipe-bombs?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
The arrest of a Virginia man potentially ends a five-year mystery that highlighted rise of political violence in the US.

Oil, defence and geopolitics: Why Putin is visiting Modi in Delhi - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj4q2vpggr9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
BBC editors explain what is at stake as Russian President Vladimir Putin starts a two-day visit to India.

37% of 2024 Trump voters say cost of living is worst they can ever remember, poll finds - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/2024-trump-voters-cost-living-poll/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
A new Politico poll finds that 37% percent of 2024 Trump voters say the cost of living is the worst they can remember. Political strategists Joel Payne and Ashley Davis join with analysis.

Immigration crackdown underway in New Orleans - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/immigration-crackdown-underway-new-orleans/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
The Trump administration's immigration crackdown is now in New Orleans, with roughly 200 Border Patrol agents making arrests there. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.

Majority of young people think U.S. headed in wrong direction, Harvard poll finds - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/majority-young-people-us-headed-wrong-direction-harvard-poll/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
New polling from Harvard's Institute of Politics shows a majority of young Americans are gloomy about their future and the country's. Jordan Schwartz, student chair of the Harvard Public Opinion Project, joins to break down the findings.

Members of Congress reveal their 2025 Spotify Wrapped results - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/members-congress-reveal-2025-spotify-wrapped-results/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
Spotify has released its 2025 Wrapped campaign, giving listeners a personalized recap of their year in music. Oriana González, politics and policy reporter for NOTUS, spoke with congressional lawmakers about their results and joins "The Takeout" to share what she learned.

Trump administration looks to supercharge robotics industry, Politico reports - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/trump-administration-looks-supercharge-robotics-industry-politico/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
Leaders in the robotics industry say that to strengthen AI, companies also need a plan for robots. The White House appears to be listening. Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her article on the topic.

Former Chongqing political official facing corruption investigation - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2f22aba3108bc8c67219e2.html (China Daily – China News)
Sun Zhengcai, the former secretary of Chongqing Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China, has been placed under investigation on suspicion of accepting bribes, according to the Supreme People's Procuratorate on Monday.

Taiwan's New Party vows to help improve relations - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2f23eba3108bc8c67219f0.html (China Daily – China News)
Top political adviser Yu Zhengsheng met with a Taiwan delegation representing the island's New Party in Beijing on Monday to discuss the peaceful development of cross-Straits relations and how to achieve the "great rejuvenation" of the Chinese nation.

UN political chief visits Pyongyang - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2de0ada310eefe3e9a15cd.html (China Daily – World News)
The UN's political chief on Saturday stressed the urgency of reducing tensions on the Korean Peninsula after finishing his four-day visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.

'Politzek' documentary denounces Russia's system of repression - https://www.dw.com/en/politzek-documentary-denounces-russia-s-system-of-repression/a-74910204?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Whether a 14-year-old protester or an anti-war artist, anyone deemed critical of Putin's regime can be locked up for years in Russia. A new film follows the plight of these political prisoners.

European fraud probe targets former EU official Mogherini - https://www.dw.com/en/european-fraud-probe-targets-former-eu-official-mogherini/a-74985269?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
EU prosecutors have detained three officials, including Italian politician Federica Mogherini. They suspect fraud in a 2021 and 2022 training program for junior diplomats and its tender process.

Germany's young lawmakers shake up politics - https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-young-lawmakers-shake-up-politics/a-74987684?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The youth organizations of Germany's leading political parties are growing more self-confident. With tight majorities in the Bundestag, that could make them more influential.

Hate and threats forcing women out of politics and top jobs - https://www.dw.com/en/hate-and-threats-forcing-women-out-of-politics-and-top-jobs/a-74991652?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Often labeled as bad mothers, insulted for their looks and threatened with physical violence, female politicians face a barrage of criticism and hate. Many are stepping down out of fear.

Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi sentenced to prison - https://www.dw.com/en/iranian-filmmaker-jafar-panahi-sentenced-to-prison/a-72641831?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The Iranian Revolutionary Court has sentenced the director in absentia. Panahi won the prestigious Palme d'Or earlier this year with his highly political piece "It Was Just an Accident."

Putin's India visit tests New Delhi's balancing act with US - https://www.dw.com/en/putin-s-india-visit-tests-new-delhi-s-balancing-act-with-us/a-74999260?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Russia and India appear willing to resist US pressure and build even stronger ties. Both Vladimir Putin and Narendra Modi rely on their partnership as part of a broader geopolitical strategy.

The Paris Agreement is working — just ask Big Oil - https://www.dw.com/en/the-paris-agreement-is-working-just-ask-big-oil/a-74569315?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The louder the lobbying, the clearer the fear. Ten years on, the Paris Agreement has reshaped energy politics, and the pushback from the fossil fuel sector is still mounting.

What's behind Ronaldo's White House dinner with Trump? - https://www.dw.com/en/what-s-behind-ronaldo-s-white-house-dinner-with-trump/a-74817851?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
Cristiano Ronaldo was a special guest at Donald Trump's dinner with Saudi Arabia's crown prince at the White House. Political experts explain why the football star was more than just a plus one.

Why German companies can't quit China - https://www.dw.com/en/why-german-companies-can-t-quit-china/a-74831685?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
For decades, China has been a critical economic partner for German business. That remains the case and German industry is reluctant to pivot away despite a changing economic and political relationship.

Austria: The Rising Power of Right-Wing Fraternities - https://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/roots-in-the-past-the-rising-power-of-right-wing-fraternities-in-austria-a-10a16e09-d7c4-4406-bedf-b0888df43e5e#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
FPÖ politician Walter Rosenkranz occupies Austria's second-highest political office despite his membership in a German-nationalist fraternity. Such organizations have recently been gaining in power in Austria. And Germany as well.

Geopolitics in flux: Europe sharpens its voice on the global stage - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/geopolitics-in-flux-europe-sharpens-its-voice-on-the-global-stage (Euronews – World Edition)
Experts and policymakers debate Europe’s role in global geopolitics and security in Brussels on 9 December, during the European Ideas Forum.

Latest news bulletin | December 4th, 2025 – Evening - http://www.euronews.com/video/2025/12/04/latest-news-bulletin-december-4th-2025-evening (Euronews – World Edition)
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 4th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Latest news bulletin | December 4th, 2025 – Midday - http://www.euronews.com/video/2025/12/04/latest-news-bulletin-december-4th-2025-midday (Euronews – World Edition)
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 4th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Property of the people? ECB says Italy’s gold isn’t political treasure - http://www.euronews.com/business/2025/12/04/property-of-the-people-ecb-says-italys-gold-isnt-political-treasure (Euronews – World Edition)
A proposal to declare Italy’s gold as the property of the people could undermine central bank independence, warned the ECB.

City watchdog rules out market abuse probe into Rachel Reeves - https://www.ft.com/content/2f3e9fbd-7ac7-4551-965f-95ada2331b0b (Financial Times – World News)
Financial Conduct Authority says regulation is not meant to ‘make judgments on political discourse’

Кая Каллас показала свой завтрак после обвинений Politico, что она ест россиян - http://www.gazeta.ru/politics/2024/03/05/18377029.shtml (Gazeta.ru – Первые новости)
В ЕС сомневаются, что премьер-министр Эстонии Кая Каллас сменит Жозепа Борреля на посту главы дипломатии Евросоюза. Газета Politico написала, что едва ли на этот пост назначат человека, которому "нравится есть россиян на завтрак", имея в виду ее чрезмерно резкие высказывания в адрес России. Каллас в ответ на публикацию решила доказать, что ее завтрак выглядит по-другому. Но издание не поверило, что эстонский премьер "регулярно ест мюсли".

Supreme Court allows Texas to use new congressional district map drawn to favor Republicans - https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/supreme-court/supreme-court-allows-texas-use-new-congressional-district-map-drawn-fa-rcna244696 (NBC News – Top Stories)
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Thursday allowed Texas to use a new congressional district map in next year’s midterm elections that was drawn to maximize Republican political power

Europe's left is energized after Mamdani's successful campaign for New York mayor - https://www.npr.org/2025/12/04/nx-s1-5626889/europe-left-mamdani-new-york (NPR – News)
The New York mayor-elect's victory has motivated the European left, with politicians casting themselves as their country's version of Mamdani, and strategists eager to study how he won.

Court hears Maurene Comey was fired as retaliation against ex-FBI chief father - https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/dec/04/maurene-comey-fired-prosecutor-court-retaliation (The Guardian – World News)

Daughter of James Comey was dismissed by Trump justice department from job as prosecutor in New York

Maurene Comey, the federal prosecutor who helmed criminal cases against Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, appeared at Manhattan federal court on Thursday, in a lawsuit claiming she was fired as political retaliation against her father, James Comey.

Comey was terminated in July, shortly after the federal trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs, whose prosecution she led; he was found guilty of prostitution-related crimes. Comey’s lawsuit contends that Donald Trump’s justice department axed her without explanation or cause, and instead simply cited “article 2 of the United States constitution and the laws of the United States” in an email.

Grand jury declines to re-indict Letitia James after judge dismissed first case - https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/dec/04/grand-jury-declines-to-indict-letitia-james (The Guardian – World News)

Decision comes less than two weeks after judge ruled similar case against New York attorney general unlawful

A grand jury declined to indict Letitia James on Thursday, according to a source familiar with the decision, which came less than two weeks after a judge ruled that a similar mortgage fraud case brought by federal prosecutors against the New York attorney general was unlawful.

The move by the justice department to present the case again to a grand jury was seen as a signal of its determination to prosecute James, who has been one of Donald Trump’s top political foes ever since she successfully brought a fraud lawsuit against him in New York.

Hong Kong warns ‘external forces’ working to exploit apartment fire, as death toll rises to 159 - https://www.theguardian.com/news/2025/dec/04/hong-kong-fire-death-toll-protective-netting-remove (The Guardian – World News)

Police say number of dead may still be revised as ‘suspected human bones’ found during search require forensic testing

Hong Kong and Beijing officials have warned against what they claim are “external forces” threatening to exploit last week’s deadly apartment complex fire for political disruption, as rescuers say at least 159 people have been confirmed dead.

The fire at the Wang Fuk Court in northern Hong Kong is the city’s worst disaster in 75 years, and the world’s most fatal residential building fire since 1980. The eight-tower complex – home to nearly 5,000 people – was under extensive renovations that have since been found to contain substandard, flammable materials.

House Democrats release new images of Epstein’s private Caribbean island - https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/dec/03/epstein-caribbean-island-new-photo-video-release (The Guardian – World News)

Images and videos taken in 2020, a year after he died in jail, show the late sex offender’s home

US politics – live updates

House Democrats released photos and videos from Jeffrey Epstein’s private Caribbean island on Wednesday, offering a rare glimpse into a secretive place where Epstein is alleged to have trafficked young girls.

The new images and videos show Epstein’s home, including bedrooms, a telephone, what appears to be an office or library, and a chalkboard on which the words “fin”, “intellectual”, “deception” and “power” are written. Several photos show a room with a dentist chair and masks hanging on the wall. The New York Times reported that Epstein’s last girlfriend was a dentist who shared an office with one of his shell companies. The videos appear to be a walk-through of the property.

Indian order to preload state-owned app on smartphones sparks political outcry - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/02/indian-order-preload-state-owned-sanchar-saathi-app-smartphones-political-outcry (The Guardian – World News)

Apple among big tech companies reportedly refusing to install Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app on their devices

A political outcry has erupted in India after the government mandated large technology companies to install a state-owned app on smartphones that has led to surveillance fears among opposition MPs and activists.

Manufacturers including Apple, Samsung and Xiomi have 90 days to comply with the order to preload the government’s Sanchar Saathi, or Communication Partner, on every phone in India.

Iran sentences award-winning director Jafar Panahi to year in prison for ‘propaganda activities’ - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/01/iran-sentences-award-winning-director-prison-jafar-panahi (The Guardian – World News)

Iranian film-maker won Cannes film festival’s Palme D’Or prize earlier this year for It Was Just an Accident

Iran has sentenced the Palme d’Or-winning film-maker Jafar Panahi in absentia to one year in prison and a travel ban over “propaganda activities” against the country.

The sentence includes a two-year ban on leaving Iran and prohibition of Panahi from membership of any political or social groups, his lawyer Mostafa Nili said, adding that they would file an appeal.

Putin and Modi to meet amid politically treacherous times for Russia and India - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/04/putin-and-modi-to-meet-amid-politically-treacherous-times-for-russia-and-india (The Guardian – World News)

Delhi visit gives Russian leader a chance to reduce Moscow’s isolation but both countries need each other to negotiate Trump’s US and a powerful China

When Vladimir Putin last set foot in India almost exactly four years ago, the world order looked materially different. At that visit – lasting just five hours due to the Covid pandemic – Putin and the Indian prime minister, Narendra Modi, discussed economic and military cooperation and reaffirmed their special relationship.

Three months later, Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine would turn him into a global pariah, isolating the Kremlin from the world and restricting Putin’s international travel.

Supreme court allows Texas to use new congressional map favoring Republicans in 2026 elections – US politics live - https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/live/2025/dec/04/us-politics-live-donald-trump-latest-news-updates-democrats-republicans (The Guardian – World News)

Ruling will impact elections as soon as the March primaries

US supreme court approves redrawn Texas congressional maps

Among the beneficiaries of Donald Trump’s pardons and commutations, there is a group that legal experts and political scientists see as some of the clearest evidence of how such actions undermine the rule of law: those who were released from prison and again arrested for different alleged crimes.

During his first term, Trump issued 237 acts of clemency – including to someone who was a predatory lender and drug smuggler and to another who ran a Ponzi scheme. Since taking office again, Trump has issued more than 1,600, most for people involved in the January 6 attack on Congress.

A Devastating Fire Has Fueled a National Security Crackdown in Hong Kong - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/asia/hong-kong-fire-national-security-arrests.html (The New York Times – World)
The authorities quickly arrested critics demanding accountability, signaling an expansive use of the security law to silence dissent over nonpolitical tragedies.

Marcos vs. Marcos: The New Front in Philippine Politics - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/02/world/asia/bongbong-imee-marcos-feud.html (The New York Times – World)
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is under fire for an enormous graft scandal that is unfolding under his watch. One prominent voice is his sister Senator Imee Marcos.

'Loose cannon': TMC suspends MLA who vowed ‘Babri-style’ mosque; he stays defiant - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/tmc-suspends-mla-who-vowed-babri-style-mosque-he-stays-defiant/articleshow/125777733.cms (Times of India – World News)
Trinamool Congress has suspended MLA Humayun Kabir for his controversial plan to lay the foundation of a mosque on December 6, the anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition. Despite the party's action, Kabir remains defiant, vowing to proceed with the plan and launch his own political party. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee emphasized unity, stating that disruptive elements would be removed.

Nitish hails PM Modi’s support: Seeks ‘gratitude’ from assembly; oppn stays unmoved - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/patna/cm-calls-on-mlas-to-applaud-pm-for-driving-development-in-state/articleshow/125773114.cms (Times of India – World News)
In a recent assembly session, Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar lauded Prime Minister Modi for his support, encouraging MLAs to show appreciation. When the opposition hesitated to acknowledge this, Kumar humorously reminisced about his past political partnerships, particularly his exit from the RJD.

Parliament panel on bill to ‘decriminalise politics’ to reach out to oppn - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/parl-panel-on-bill-to-decriminalise-politics-to-reach-out-to-oppn/articleshow/125775404.cms (Times of India – World News)

World News in Brief: Global economy ‘on the brink’, ending slavery, Latin America jobs update - https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166491 (UN News – Top Stories)
Global economic growth will slow to 2.6 per cent in 2025, down from 2.9 per cent in 2024, as global trade and investment face growing pressure from financial volatility and geopolitical uncertainty, according to a new report by the UN Trade and Development body (UNCTAD).

MILITAR

US military kills four in latest strike on boat in the Caribbean - https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/12/5/us-military-kills-four-in-latest-strike-on-boat-in-the-caribbean?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Attack comes amid renewed scrutiny of Trump administration campaign against alleged drug smugglers.

Is the US preparing for war with Venezuela? - https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/clyk1g9e144o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
BBC Verify has tracked US assets in the Caribbean Sea, after military strikes on suspected Venezuelan drug boats.

Israel strikes south Lebanon after first direct talks in decades - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62n6y9yd70o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
The Israeli military says it struck Hezbollah sites, less than 24 hours after Israel and Lebanon sent civilian envoys to meet.

Was it a coup or was it a 'sham'? Behind Guinea-Bissau's military takeover - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1m8nm22785o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (BBC News – World)
The military has taken over but some say the overthrow of the president was not what it seemed.

Republicans, Democrats emerge from boat strike briefing with clashing takeaways - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/republicans-democrats-emerge-boat-strike-briefing-clashing-takeaways/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
In closed-door briefings before lawmakers on Thursday, military leaders provided more details about the September 2 U.S. attack against an alleged drug boat where survivors of the initial strike were killed by a second strike. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.

Trump says he stands by Pete Hegseth despite scrutiny over "SignalGate," boat strikes - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/pete-hegseths-job-seems-safe-despite-signalgate-scrutiny/ (CBS News – Top Stories)
The Defense Department's Inspector General's office found that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth could have endangered U.S. service members when he shared details about a military operation in a private Signal group chat. CBS News' Eleanor Watson and Weijia Jiang report.

Russia is 'going backwards' in equipment and deploying post WWII-era tanks, according to Western officials - https://www.cnn.com/europe/live-news/russia-ukraine-war-news-04-18-23/index.html (CNN – Top Stories)
• Jailed Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich denied detention appeal in Moscow • Putin visits Russian troops at military headquarters in Kherson • Watch moment WSJ journalist appears in Russian court

More military technologies targeted for civilian sector to boost economy - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2f2514a3108bc8c67219fb.html (China Daily – China News)
China will strengthen innovation by developing high-tech industries with military technologies to boost military-civil integration, a move that aims to cultivate new growth drivers and boost the economy, said a recent State Council guideline.

Joint military medical exercise of Angola, Serbia and US starts in N. Angola - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/10/WS5a2c8dcca310eefe3e9a139f.html (China Daily – World News)
The first joint military medical exercise of the armed forces of Angola, Serbia and the United States began Saturday in the town of Vale do Paraiso, Angola's northern Bengo province.

Nanjing massacre remembered - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2dec6fa310eefe3e9a161b.html (China Daily – World News)
A memorial service to mark the 80th anniversary of the Nanjing Massacre committed by the Japanese military during World War II brought together hundreds of activists and members of the Chinese and other Asian communities on Sunday in San Francisco.

Nanjing massacre remembered on 80th anniversary - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/12/WS5a2ed569a3108bc8c6721912.html (China Daily – World News)
A memorial service to mark the 80th anniversary of the Nanjing Massacre committed by the Japanese military during World War II brought together hundreds of activists and members of the Chinese and other Asian communities on Sunday in San Francisco.

SIPRI: War in Ukraine boosts arms manufacturers' profits - https://www.dw.com/en/sipri-war-in-ukraine-boosts-arms-manufacturers-profits/a-74941558?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
European and, above all, German arms manufacturers sold significantly more military equipment in 2024. The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute has found that the war in Ukraine is the main reason.

Syria: Leaked material details atrocities at Assad prisons - https://www.dw.com/en/syria-leaked-material-details-atrocities-at-assad-prisons/a-75022232?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
A photo analysis revealed grave human rights violations at Assad's prisons in Syria. It found that some of the doctors who worked at a military hospital where violations were reported now practice in Germany.

Billions for the Military: Germany's Economy Pins Its Hopes on the Defense Industry - https://www.spiegel.de/international/business/billions-for-the-military-germanys-economy-pins-its-hopes-on-the-defense-industry-a-720e1829-ffe3-4b51-bf44-479f91cbcb6c#ref=rss (Der Spiegel – International (DE))
Increased defense spending is a boon for Germany's ailing industrial sector. Numerous companies, even those with no previous military experience, are now hoping to get in on the act.

EU's top general: Europe needs realignment of drone strategy - http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/12/04/eus-top-general-europe-needs-realignment-of-drone-strategy (Euronews – World Edition)
In an interview with Euronews, the Chairman of the EU Military Committee, General Sean Clancy, talks about Europe's preparedness for drone and cyber attacks.

New York Times sues Pentagon over Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's new media rules - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/new-york-times-sues-pentagon-over-defence-secretary-pete-hegseths-new-media-rules (Euronews – World Edition)
The Pentagon has argued that the policy imposes “common sense” rules that protect the military from release of information that could put them in danger.

Over two-thirds of Europeans say their country cannot take Russia on militarily, new poll finds - http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/12/04/over-two-thirds-of-europeans-say-their-country-cannot-take-russia-on-militarily-new-poll-f (Euronews – World Edition)
The EU has put forward a steady stream of defence packages it says will ensure Europe is ready to defend itself against Russia by 2030. Citizens don't seem to feel that confident with two-thirds of Europeans suggesting their armies cannot take on Russia militarily, according to a new poll.

British troops accused of human rights violations and sexual abuse in Kenya - https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/dec/03/british-troops-accused-of-human-rights-violations-environmental-destruction-and-sexual-abuse-in-kenya (The Guardian – World News)

Kenyan parliament says UK army training unit ‘dismissed most complaints as false, without publishing its findings’

A report by the Kenyan parliament into the conduct of troops stationed at a British military base close to the town of Nanyuki in Kenya has alleged human rights violations, environmental destruction and sexual abuse by British soldiers.

The inquiry into the British Army Training Unit in Kenya (Batuk) was carried out by Kenya’s departmental committee on defencе, intelligence and foreign relations.

The establishment of a survivor liaison unit to offer legal aid to victims of crimes linked to Batuk personnel.

For the British and Kenyan governments to negotiate “mechanisms to hold Batuk soldiers accountable for child support”.

The creation of a military-linked crimes taskforce to oversee investigation and prosecution of offences committed by foreign military personnel.

Colombia’s president warns Trump: ‘Do not wake the jaguar’ with threats of military strikes - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/03/colombia-trump-warning-military-threat (The Guardian – World News)

Gustavo Petro responded to intimations by US president of military strikes on Colombian soil to fight drug trafficking

Colombia’s president has warned Donald Trump that he risked “waking the jaguar” after the US leader suggested that any country he believed was making illegal drugs destined for the US was liable to a military attack.

During a cabinet meeting on Tuesday, the US president said that military strikes on land targets inside Venezuela would “start very soon”. Trump also warned that any country producing narcotics was a potential target, singling out Colombia, which has long been a close ally in Washington’s “war on drugs”.

Experts urge release of boat strike video as US admiral denies ‘kill them all’ order - https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/dec/04/video-second-boat-strike-military-caribbean (The Guardian – World News)

Democrat Jim Himes calls footage ‘one of the most troubling scenes’ he’s observed in public service

Analysis: Killing of survivors sparks outrage – but entire US ‘drug boat’ war is legally shaky

Top Democratic and Republican lawmakers in Congress on Thursday said that the defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, had not ordered the military to kill surviving members of a deadly attack on a boat alleged to be carrying drugs in the Caribbean, but differed over whether the double strike was appropriate.

The allegation that Hegseth ordered the killing of survivors sparked bipartisan concern in Washington that he or others involved may have committed a war crime. On Thursday, US navy admiral Frank Bradley, who commanded the attack, and the chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, Dan Caine, appeared before the House and Senate’s armed services and intelligence committees for a closed briefing in which they showed video and discussed the attack with lawmakers.

Killing of survivors sparks outrage – but entire US ‘drug boat’ war is legally shaky - https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/dec/04/venezuela-boat-strikes-legality-hegseth (The Guardian – World News)

Pentagon’s Law of War manual clearly prohibits attack, but justification for whole campaign also faces tough questions

Graphic depictions of two survivors being killed by a second US military strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug ferrying boat have provoked outrage where previously there was none – or at least relatively little.

A firestorm of controversy has greeted a recent Washington Post report which suggested that a deadly attack on a vessel carrying 11 people in the Caribbean was followed with a second assault after the initial strike failed to kill everybody onboard.

Whistleblower accuses Foreign Office of ‘censoring’ warning of Sudan genocide - https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2025/dec/03/whistleblower-accuses-foreign-office-of-censoring-warning-of-sudan-genocide (The Guardian – World News)

Exclusive: Analyst claims UK officials deleted alert to threat of genocidal violence by paramilitaries to protect UAE

Warnings of a possible “genocide” in Sudan were removed from a UK risk assessment by Foreign Office officials, according to a whistleblower whose testimony raises fresh concern over British failures to act on the atrocities unfolding in the war-ravaged country.

The threat analyst said they were prevented from warning that genocide could occur in Darfur by Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) officials in a risk assessment collated days after Sudan’s brutal civil war erupted in April 2023.

Amid Russian Sabotage, U.K. Points Finger at Putin Over Novichok Death - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/europe/putin-novichok-salisbury-skripal-poisoning.html (The New York Times – World)
The 2018 death of a British woman from exposure to a rare, military-grade nerve agent was the result of a botched assassination attempt on a former Russian spy, an official report said on Thursday.

Deadly Attacks in Gaza Test Cease-Fire as Body of Another Captive Is Returned - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/middleeast/gaza-strikes-ceasefire.html (The New York Times – World)
Israel launched a military strike after it said Hamas militants attacked its soldiers, the latest clashes in the two months since a truce was signed.

Inside the Ultra-Orthodox Fight Against Israel’s Draft - https://www.nytimes.com/video/world/middleeast/100000010510485/israel-draft-idf-ultra-orthodox-jews.html (The New York Times – World)
For the first time in decades, ultra-Orthodox Jews in Israel are being called to serve in the country’s military. The community is furious, with protesters and military-age men openly defying the draft.

Maduro Faces His Ultimate Fight as Trump Threatens Military Action in Venezuela - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/02/world/americas/venezuela-nicolas-maduro-trump.html (The New York Times – World)
President Trump’s threat of military action has confronted President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela with the gravest challenge of his crisis-ridden reign.

U.N. Warns of ‘Another Wave of Atrocities’ in Sudan’s Civil War - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/world/africa/sudan-civil-war-kordofan.html (The New York Times – World)
Paramilitary groups have intensified an offensive on a crucial region bordering Darfur, prompting fears of another massacre.

Weak Spots Are Few for Russia in Ukraine Peace Talks - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/europe/russia-putin-ukraine-peace-deal.html (The New York Times – World)
Economic and military pressures could force Russia’s hand. Its economy is strained but not enough to do that, analysts say. And President Vladimir V. Putin says Russia is winning the war.

What to Know About Trump’s Threat of Military Action in Venezuela - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/americas/venezuela-strikes-maduro.html (The New York Times – World)
The president has warned that the United States could soon expand its attacks from boats near the coast to targets inside Venezuela, but he has also spoken by phone to its leader.

With Tensions Rising, Israel and Lebanon Expand Cease-Fire Talks - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/middleeast/israel-lebanon-talks-ceasefire.html (The New York Times – World)
Diplomats from both countries joined a military-led committee overseeing a year-old truce as fears mounted of a renewed Israeli offensive against Hezbollah.

Asim Munir gets total power: Pak prez approves appointment as CDF - what it means - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/pakistan/pakistan-reshapes-defence-asim-munir-becomes-first-chief-of-defence-forces-president-zardari-approves-historic-appointment/articleshow/125771713.cms (Times of India – World News)
President Zardari appointed Army Chief Asim Munir as Pakistan's first Chief of Defence Forces for five years, following the 27th Constitutional Amendment. This new role unifies command across the armed forces, replacing the abolished CJCSC. Munir now holds a dual position as COAS and CDF, a significant shift in military hierarchy.

SPORT

L’AFP récompensée aux Atlanta Photojournalism Awards 2017 - http://www.afp.com/fr/lagence/notre-actualite/lactualite-de-lafp/lafp-recompensee-aux-atlanta-photojournalism-awards-2017 (Agence France-Presse (AFP) – World News)
AFP has been awarded at the 2017 Atlanta Photojournalism Seminar contest

13 Nov 2017 - 15:17

Anonyme 2017-11-13T14:17:42+01:00

AFP has been awarded at the 2017 Atlanta Photojournalism Seminar contest

2017 News Picture Story

First Place – Juan Barreto

Opposition activists place candles to protest against the deaths of 43 people in clashes with the police during weeks of demonstrations against the government of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, in Caracas on May 17, 2017. © JUAN BARRETO / AFP PHOTO

Second Place – Marco Longari

The mother of a man shot in the head allegedly by Kenyan police uses a blanket to cover her son's body in an alley of Mathare slum in Nairobi, on August 9, 2017, as unrest broke out a day after general elections. © MARCO LONGARI / AFP PHOTO

Honorable Mention – Bulent Kilic

A member of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) runs to take cover from sniper shots near the central hospital of Raqa on October 1, 2017. © BULENT KILIC / AFP PHOTO

2017 Spot News

Second Place – Fred Dufour

28 septembre 2017 – Bangladesh - Les corps de réfugiés Rohingyas reposent sur le rivage de la plage d’Inani près de Cox’s Bazar. AFP PHOTO / FRED DUFOUR

Dead bodies of Rohingya Muslim refugees lay on the shore of Inani beach, near Cox's Bazar on September 28, 2017. © FRED DUFOUR / AFP PHOTO

Third Place – Juan Barreto

A demonstrator catches fire, after the gas tank of a police motorbike exploded, during clashes in a protest against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, in Caracas on May 3, 2017. © JUAN BARRETO / AFP PHOTO

2017 Sports Feature

Honorable Mention – Brendan Smialowski

19 mai 2017 – Etats-Unis, Alamance County - Un homme assiste à une course automobile sur le circuit d’Ace Speedway en Caroline du Nord. © BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI / AFP

A man watches the race at Ace Speedway in Alamance County on May 19, 2017 in Altamahaw, North Carolina. © BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI / AFP PHOTO

Honorable Mention – Ed Jones

In a photo taken on February 15, 2017 swimmers perform in a synchronized swimming gala event in Pyongyang. © ED JONES / AFP PHOTO

Chris Hondros Memorial International News

Third Place – Luis Tato / Stringer

A Kenya Administration police officer holding a stick monitors access to a polling station at Kariokor Community Centre in Nairobi on August 8, 2017 during general elections. © LUIS TATO / Stringer / AFP

Real Betis vs Barcelona: La Liga preview – teams, start, lineups - https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/12/4/real-betis-vs-barcelona-la-liga-teams-start-lineups?traffic_source=rss (Al Jazeera English – All News)
Table-topping Barcelona look to move four points clear of Real Madrid but Real Betis eye their own La Liga ambitions.

Air China launches first non-stop flight to Brisbane - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/10/WS5a2d301ba310eefe3e9a1438.html (China Daily – World News)
The first non-stop flight connecting China with Brisbane, the habitat of the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, will depart from Beijing on Monday early morning, benefiting tourists from both countries. Air China’s CA 795 will leave Beijing at 2:30 am and arrive about 11 hours later in Brisbane, Queensland, at 15:10 local time. China’s flagship carrier will operate four services every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Brisbane will become Air China’s third destination in Australia, after Sydney and Melbourne. Previously it used to take 12 hours and 30 minutes from Beijing to Queensland with one-transfer. “The establishment of this new route is part of Air China’s global expansion of its route network and improvement of links between China and Australia,” said Hou Xulun, deputy head of Air China. “The launch of the non-stop route between Beijing and Brisbane will provide a convenient transport link that will enhance bilateral trade, business cooperation and tourism,” he added. The carrier now handles over 40 weekly passenger flights between China and Australia. The fast growth in direct flight between China and Australia has been underpinned by the landmark Australia-China open air services agreement, signed a year ago, said Jan Adams, Australian ambassador to China. Brisbane in Queensland is a major tourism destination, with the Gold Coast and the Great Barrier Reef the favorite spots. The number of Chinese tourists visiting Australia has witnessed double-digit growth, said Air China’s Hou. In 2016, two-way tourist flow between China and Australia recorded 2 million trips.

Sports clubs in Germany: Unique thanks to their coaches - https://www.dw.com/en/sports-clubs-in-germany-unique-thanks-to-their-coaches/a-74979577?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
The culture of German sports clubs is like no other. Thanks to volunteer work, you can participate in and train for almost any sport at a low cost. Enthusiastic coaches are crucial to this.

Women's Bundesliga clubs to market league without DFB - https://www.dw.com/en/women-s-bundesliga-clubs-to-market-league-without-dfb/a-75020246?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
German football has been rocked by an announcement that the clubs of the women's Bundesliga plan to form a new association to market the league – without the German FA.

Mondial de handball : les Françaises dominent l’Autriche et se rapprochent des quarts de finale - https://www.lemonde.fr/sport/article/2025/12/04/mondial-de-handball-les-francaises-dominent-l-autriche-et-se-rapprochent-des-quarts-de-finale_6656042_3242.html (Le Monde – International (FR))
Les Bleues, brouillonnes en attaque en début de rencontre, ont su redresser la barre et compter sur une solide défense.

Florida deputies wrangle 14-foot alligator - https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/florida-deputies-wrangle-14-foot-alligator-253670469913 (NBC News – Top Stories)
Florida deputies wrangle 14-foot alligator

‘Tough market conditions’ hit UK half-year retail sales at Frasers Group - https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/dec/04/tough-market-conditions-hit-half-year-retail-sales-frasers-group-sports-direct (The Guardian – World News)

Owner of Sports Direct chain says consumer confidence ‘very subdued’ with sales at sports division down 5.8%

The owner of Sports Direct and Flannels has said sales have fallen at its UK retail businesses amid heavy discounting by rivals and “very subdued” consumer confidence.

Frasers, which is controlled by the former Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley, said sales at its UK sports division were down 5.8% in the six months to 26 October to £1.3bn despite growth at the main Sports Direct chain because of “planned decline” at its Game outlets and the Studio Retail online arm.

Yegor Ligachev, Gorbachev’s No. 2 Who Turned Foe, Is Dead at 100 - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/world/europe/yegor-ligachev-dead.html (The New York Times – World)
As the Kremlin’s hard-line Communist ideologist, he initially embraced his boss’s modernizing reforms before turning against them as threats to the Soviet order.

EDUCATIE

L’AFP est sélectionnée dans 2 catégories aux AIB Media Awards 2021 - http://www.afp.com/fr/lagence/notre-actualite/lactualite-de-lafp/lafp-est-selectionnee-dans-2-categories-aux-aib-media (Agence France-Presse (AFP) – World News)
AFP shortlisted in two categories at AIB Media Awards 2021

16 Sep 2021 - 13:26

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AFP shortlisted in two categories at AIB Media Awards 2021

AFP has been nominated in both categories to which it applied at the Association for International Broadcasting's (AIB) annual awards.

Chosen as "News Agency of the Year" last year, AFP is again nominated in this category alongside three other agencies.

AFP is also selected for producing one of the best "single news report" videos of the year with the story “Coastal cities face their mortality on the climate ‘frontline’”.

AFP is the only news agency nominated in this category, where its story competes with reports from CNN, BBC World News, ITV News and Al Jazeera English.

The winners will be announced on November 12 and 15, 2021.

The Association for International Broadcasting established the awards in 1993 with the aim of "showcasing the best in television, radio, audio and digital journalism and production".

Repeated gunshots fired on live TV as ex-lawmaker shot by assassins - https://www.cnn.com/videos/world/2023/04/18/india-ex-lawmaker-atiq-ahmed-assassination-sud-pkg-contd-ovn-intl-hnk-vpx.cnn (CNN – Top Stories)
Atiq Ahmed, a former lawmaker in India's parliament, convicted of kidnapping, was shot dead along with his brother while police were escorting them for a medical check-up in a slaying caught on live television on Saturday. CNN's Vedika Sud reports.

Autopsy: Jiang suffered several injuries before the fatal stab - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2de998a310eefe3e9a160b.html (China Daily – China News)
The trial of the alleged murderer of Chinese student Jiang Ge began at 10 am on Monday in Tokyo. It will last seven days and the verdict is expected on Dec 20.

Duke Kunshan starts search for bachelor’s degree students - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2e1ccba310eefe3e9a28a8.html (China Daily – China News)
Duke Kunshan University, a joint venture between Duke University in the US and China’s Wuhan University, has started to enroll its first class of undergraduate students.

Autopsy: Jiang suffered several injuries before the fatal stab - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/11/WS5a2de998a310eefe3e9a160b.html (China Daily – World News)
The trial of the alleged murderer of Chinese student Jiang Ge began at 10 am on Monday in Tokyo. It will last seven days and the verdict is expected on Dec 20.

Half of Europeans see high risk of war with Russia: poll - https://www.dw.com/en/half-of-europeans-see-high-risk-of-war-with-russia-poll/a-75023986?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
A narrow majority of Europeans in nine countries perceive an elevated risk of war with Russia in the near future, a new poll has found. More felt Donald Trump was acting like an enemy of Europe than a friend.

Student launches German startup to tackle space debris - https://www.dw.com/en/student-launches-german-startup-to-tackle-space-debris/a-74779937?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
A Munich student has taken on one of spaceflight's most urgent challenges: clearing Earth's orbit of debris. With his startup he aims to detect and remove the fragments before they threaten satellites and astronauts.

Federica Mogherini resigns as College of Europe rector amid fraud accusations - http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/12/04/federica-mogherini-resigns-as-college-of-europe-rector-amid-fraud-accusations (Euronews – World Edition)
In a letter addressed to her students and alumni, the former EU foreign policy chief announced her resignation as rector of the College of Europe, the university specialised in European affairs.

French student convicted of vandalising Robert Badinter's grave - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/french-student-convicted-of-vandalising-robert-badinters-grave (Euronews – World Edition)
The 23-year-old man who admitted desecrating the tomb a few hours before the former French justice minister's entry into the Panthéon on 9 October was sentenced on Wednesday by the Nanterre court.

Student describes ‘horror show’ ICE deportation to Honduras at Thanksgiving - https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/dec/04/student-describes-horror-show-ice-deportation-to-honduras-at-thanksgiving (The Guardian – World News)

Any Lucia López Belloza, 19, was detained at Boston airport while on the way to see family in Austin for a surprise trip

Any Lucia López Belloza had not seen her parents and two little sisters since starting her first semester at Babson College, near Boston in August. A family friend gave her plane tickets so she could fly home to Austin and surprise them for Thanksgiving.

The 19-year-old business student was already at the boarding gate at Boston airport when she was told there was an “error” with her boarding pass; when she reached customer service, she was handcuffed and arrested by what she believed were two Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.

CULTURA

Udhauli festival marking migration of animals and birds celebrated in Nepal - http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201712/10/WS5a2c86b0a310eefe3e9a137f.html (China Daily – World News)
Udhauli is the annual festival celebrated by Kirat community of eastern Nepal marking the migration of animals and birds to low altitude towards warmer regions as the winter coming.

Spanking tradition ends on German island of Borkum - https://www.dw.com/en/spanking-tradition-ends-on-german-island-of-borkum/a-70940053?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (DW News – English)
A centuries-old tradition in Germany's Borkum in which young men hit women on the buttocks with cattle horns during the Klaasohm festival has been discontinued and a safety plan put in place.

Arab Cup Matchday Two kicks off at Lusail Boulevard fan zone - http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/arab-cup-matchday-two-kicks-off-at-lusail-boulevard-fan-zone (Euronews – World Edition)
The festival-like atmosphere brought football supporters together, showing the tournament’s cultural side.

Știri din Externe - 2025-12-05_00-30-01

GENERAL

POLITICA

Behrouz Mehri

3rd place - "Photojournalist of the Year (Large Market)"

Luis Tato

2nd Place - "International News Single"

Brendan Smialowski

Honorable Mention - "General News Single"

Brendan Smialowski

Honorable Mention - "Domestic News Picture Story"

MILITAR

SPORT

2017 News Picture Story

2017 Spot News

2017 Sports Feature

Chris Hondros Memorial International News

EDUCATIE

CULTURA