Chinese team operates thousands of drones using a single computer
A drone light show in Chongqing highlights China’s ability to control thousands of drones simultaneously using a single automated system. Read more at Read More
Starting the year with a bang: Germany’s New Year’s fireworks and tradition turning to trauma
Many Germans still love setting off their home-made fireworks on New Year’s Eve but opposition to the practice is growing. Experts are now calling for a cultural shift as the…
China stages live-fire military drills around Taiwan in warning to ‘separatist forces’
Taiwan’s Defence Ministry said in a post on X that rapid response exercises were under way, with forces on high alert to defend the island in case of escalation. Read…
US security guarantees for Ukraine set for 15 years, Zelenskyy says
Although the US security guarantees for Ukraine have been “100% agreed,” they have a short expiration date, the Ukrainian president explained after revealing more details following his meeting with Trump…
Heavy snowfall closes schools in 14 Turkish provinces, children enjoy the break
Heavy snowfall in Turkey closed schools in 14 provinces, turning the break into playtime for children, with some sledging on plastic bags. Read more at Read More
PM Kurti’s ruling party wins Kosovo snap election with 50% of votes
The left-leaning Vetevendosje party secured a commanding victory in the parliamentary vote following a 10-month political impasse that prevented government formation in February. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | December 29th, 2025 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 29th, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
One dead and three missing after migrant boat sinks off Greek island
Twenty-six migrants reached shore and alerted authorities to others at sea. Search operations continue as Mediterranean crossings remain deadly. Read more at Read More
Heavy rain in southern Spain causes floods, one dead in Andalusia
The Civil Guard has found the body of one missing man after a van was swept away by a river in Málaga. Search continues for a missing motorcyclist in Granada.…
Bandos and Parrandas: Venezuela celebrates freedom on Holy Innocents Day
Each December, Caucagua in Venezuela bursts with colour for the Bandos and Parrandas of the Holy Innocents, a tradition celebrating freedom and resistance through humour. Read more at Read More