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Russian barrage on Kyiv kills one and cuts off power
Kyiv has come under a massive Russian attack, with air defences in operation and the military warning of missiles.
Thailand and Cambodia sign truce to halt fierce border conflict
"Both sides agree to maintain current troop deployments without further movement," their defence ministers said.
Thailand and Cambodia sign truce to halt fierce border conflict
"Both sides agree to maintain current troop deployments without further movement," their defence ministers said
3 injured, shooter dead after standoff at Idaho sheriff's office
The suspected gunman entered the lobby of the Shoshone County Sheriff's Office in Wallace and opened fire.
Zelensky to discuss land, security guarantees with Trump
Zelensky says "a lot can be decided before the New Year", as Washington drives efforts to end Russia's full-scale war in Ukraine.
Three stabbed in Paris metro attack
French police on Friday arrested a man suspected of stabbing three women in the Paris metro.
Two Israelis killed in car-ramming and stabbing attack
The suspect is a Palestinian from the occupied West Bank, according to police.
Japan stabbing, liquid spray attack injures 15
Of the 15 injuries, eight were the result of stabbing and seven due to the liquid.
Explosion at Alawite mosque in Syria's Homs kills eight
Eight people were killed in an explosion at a mosque of the Alawite minority sect in the Syrian city of Homs on Friday.
Israel becomes first country to formally recognise Somaliland as independent state
It is a decision that could reshape regional dynamics and test Somalia's longstanding opposition to its secession.
Malaysia ex-PM jailed for 15 more years
The judge said Najib's contention that he was deceived by others was implausible and to believe that would "stretch the imagination into the realms of pure fantasy".
Person of interest in arson attack on 'Happy Chanukah' car named
A Melbourne Rabbi's car, adorned with a "Happy Chanukah" sign, was destroyed.
White House to present plans for Trump's ballroom in January
The White House will unveil new details on President Donald Trump's planned East Wing ballroom during a hearing early next month.
US bombed Islamic State 'scum' to protect 'innocent Christians', Trump says
The United States carried out an airstrike against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria at the request of Nigeria's government.
Kimmel tells UK TV that 'tyranny is booming' in US
"I can tell you that from a fascism perspective, this has been a really great year."
North Korea reveals new images of its first 'nuclear-powered' submarine
It's equal in size to some of the United States Navy's attack subs.
US lottery player wins second-biggest Powerball ever on Christmas Eve
The winner can claim the full amount in 30 annual payments or opt for a one-off cash payout.
Pope Leo decries conditions for Palestinians in Gaza in first Christmas sermon
Pope Leo said the story of Jesus being born in a stable showed that God had "pitched his fragile tent" among the people of the world.
King Charles calls for more compassion in Christmas speech
He says he found it "enormously encouraging" how people of different faiths had a "shared longing for peace".
Israel targets Iranian 'terrorist' in Lebanon strike
Israel said it targeted a member of Iran's elite Quds Force and a Hezbollah operative.