Crans-Montana: Mourners pay tribute after deadly fire at Swiss ski resort
People gathered at a makeshift memorial in Crans-Montana to remember victims of a deadly bar fire during New Year celebrations. Read more at Read More
US strikes five more alleged drug boats killing at least eight, Southern Command says
The latest attacks bring the total number of known boat strikes to 35 and the number of people killed to at least 115 since early September, according to official figures.…
Taiwan’s president pledges to defend island’s sovereignty after Chinese military drills
China has wrapped up two days of live-fire drills around the island featuring rocket launches, aircraft and warships. Read more at Read More
British boxer Anthony Joshua staying in Nigeria to recuperate after car crash, promoter says
A vehicle carrying the former heavyweight champion and two of his associates crashed into a stationary truck on Monday on a major thoroughfare, the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, which links Ogun state…
Ship seized in Finland suspected of cable damage was carrying sanctioned Russian steel
Countries in the Baltic Sea region have been on high alert following a string of incidents which saw undersea power cables, telecoms links and gas pipelines damaged. Read more at…
Latest news bulletin | January 1st, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 1st, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
At least three killed as protests against Iran’s worsening economy spread beyond cities
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian says there is not much he can do as the currency has rapidly depreciated, with $1 now trading at around 1.4 million rials. Read more at…
Bulgaria switches to the euro amid mixed reactions from its citizens
Bulgaria has become the 21st country to adopt the euro, replacing the lev after nearly 20 years in the EU. While many hope it will boost the economy, concerns about…
Two dead and church gutted by fire in ‘unprecedented’ New Year’s violence in the Netherlands
Meanwhile, similar incidents of the police being targeted by fireworks were reported in Belgium and two youngsters died in an accident involving home-made explosives in Germany. Read more at Read…
Swimmers brave traditional New Year’s sea dip at Carcavelos beach near Lisbon
Dozens braved cold winds and rain at Carcavelos beach near Lisbon for the first sea swim of 2026, marking a tradition of renewal and strength despite rough conditions. Read more…