Hardy swimmers brave chilly waters with traditional New Year’s dip
In Germany and Italy, people took part in unique traditions to welcome 2025, including daring swimming and diving events. Read More
New Orleans car attack investigated as ‘terrorism’ as perpetrator linked to IS
New Orleans car attack investigated as ‘terrorism’ as perpetrator linked to IS Read more at Read More
Romania and Bulgaria celebrate full Schengen membership with border ceremonies
Ceremonies were held at Romania and Bulgaria’s borders to celebrate becoming fully fledged members of the Schengen Area. Read More
Palestinian statistics bureau projects Gaza population down by 6% since start of war
Palestinian statistics bureau projects Gaza population down by 6% since start of war Read more at Read More
Five killed and hundreds arrested in Germany after New Year’s Eve chaos
The country’s raucous New Year’s Eve celebrations were marred by tragic accidents and riots in several cities. Read More
North Korea’s Kim and his daughter join New Year’s Eve celebrations in Pyongyang
North Korea’s Kim and his daughter join New Year’s Eve celebrations in Pyongyang Read more at Read More
Copacabana Beach lights up with fireworks as millions celebrate New Year in Rio
Copacabana Beach lights up with fireworks as millions celebrate New Year in Rio Read more at Read More
Trio leaps from Rome’s 18m Cavour Bridge in New Year’s Day tradition
Trio leaps from Rome’s 18m Cavour Bridge in New Year’s Day tradition Read more at Read More
At least two dead after Russian attack hits Kyiv on New Year’s Day
At least two dead after Russian attack hits Kyiv on New Year’s Day Read More
Poland kicks off presidency of EU Council with an eye on security
Poland kicks off presidency of EU Council with an eye on security Read More