Ho ho ho: Track Santa’s trip around the world with NORAD
Checking up on the bearded gift-giver’s journey: a 70-year tradition, the North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) continues to implement. Read more at Read More
Kazakh city of Aktau recalls the Azerbaijan Airlines crash one year on
A year after the Azerbaijan Airlines crash near Aktau, the tragedy still resonates with residents and responders to the incident in which 38 people died, and 29 survived with injuries.…
Latest news bulletin | December 24th, 2025 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 24th, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Europe defends its digital rules after Trump administration targets Breton with visa ban
Brussels and Paris both denounced Washington’s decision to impose a visa ban on former EU Commissioner Thierry Breton, after the Trump administration escalated digital rules scrap by sanctioning Breton over…
Survivors seek justice year after Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash killed 38
Survivors and relatives are seeking justice as the first anniversary approaches of the Azerbaijan Airlines crash that killed 38 people after a Russian air defence missile struck next to it…
Pro-Russian hackers claim French postal service cyberattack
European intelligence agencies say investigations into Russian interference now consume as much time as terrorist threats. Read more at Read More
Has Iran’s Khamenei authorised small nuclear weapons? What we know so far
Speculation is mounting about whether Iran’s supreme leader has approved nuclear weapons development after June’s conflict with Israel devastated its nuclear programme. US intelligence says no. Read more at Read…
Ukrainian families host Christmas dinner for displaced children in Kyiv
Families who have taken in children displaced by the war gathered in Kyiv for a Christmas dinner aimed at offering warmth and a sense of family during the holidays. Read…
Christmas decorations bring festive atmosphere to Damascus
In Damascus’ Old City, home to a small Christian community and historic churches, red baubles, shop decorations and street vendors selling warm chestnuts add a seasonal touch to the streets.…
Travelling to Portugal in the new year? Beware of airport strikes on these dates
A court order mandates that minimum services must be maintained. Read More