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Houthi leader threatens any Israeli presence in Somaliland will be military target after recognition move
Yemen's Houthi leader also accused Israel of threatening security in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, urging Arab and Islamic states to take action. Israeli sources have warned in recent months of the diplomatic costs Israel could face as a result of recognizing Somaliland,
Syria secures Assad-era mass grave revealed by Reuters and opens criminal investigation
Dec 29 - Syria’s government has ordered soldiers to guard a mass grave created to conceal atrocities under Bashar al-Assad and has opened a criminal investigation, following a Reuters report that revealed a yearslong conspiracy by the fallen dictatorship to hide thousands of
Seven Turkish police wounded in clash with Islamic State militants
By Umit Bektas YALOVA, Turkey, Dec 29 (Reuters) - Seven Turkish police officers were wounded in a clash with suspected Islamic State militants in northwest Turkey on Monday and a police operation against them was ongoing, a Reuters witness and state media reported. Sporadic
Thailand and Cambodia agree to ‘consolidate ceasefire’ in China talks
Thailand and Cambodia plan to rebuild mutual trust and consolidate a ceasefire, Beijing said.
Man kills at least 9, including his children, in Suriname stabbing, police say
Police accused a 42-year-old man of killing at least 9 people outside the capitol of Paramaribo, just days after Christmas.
Culture Digest: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week
Sydney Sweeney's new psychological thriller, the final ever episode of Stranger Things and a look back at the best movies, music and art exhibitions of 2025.
Peak Northern Lights and stunning hikes: The unmissable European places to visit in 2026
From culture and art to nature, these European destinations are some of the best to visit in 2026 if you want deeper authenticity, local immersion and unforgettable memories.
ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok and others: Which countries use generative AI tools most across Europe?
The share of people using generative AI tools varies widely across Europe. Euronews Next takes a close look at adoption rates and the factors behind these cross-country differences.
Trump and Netanyahu to meet at Mar-a-Lago to push Gaza ceasefire's complex second phase
The first phase holds since October, but progress stalls amid mutual accusations. Trump's 20-point plan aims to end Hamas rule.
Fire in nursing home kills 16 in Indonesia
The incident took place at night, when many elderly residents were likely resting in their rooms.
Japan reaching for a bigger, richer stake in Central Asia
The first summit meeting of the Central Asia Plus Japan Dialogue was held in Tokyo on December 20, 2025, bringing together the presidents of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. Leaders discussed economic
No New Year fireworks in Indonesia as the nation mourns Sumatra flood victims
Floods and landslides in Sumatra have killed over 1,100 people, with around 400,000 still displaced.
Bondi Beach attack hero says wanted to protect ‘innocent people’
Ahmed al Ahmed was at the beach buying a cup of coffee when the shooting occurred.
No New Year fireworks in Indonesia as nation mourns Sumatra flood victims
JAKARTA, Dec 29 - Indonesia's central government will support the plans of several regions to forgo fireworks while celebrating New Year this week in solidarity with the victims of recent floods on the island of Sumatra, an official in the president's office said on Monday.
'There are many challenges': Syrians in Turkey consider return after fall of Assad
Syrians in Turkey are weighing up whether it is the right time to return to their homeland.
Robots in 2025: from sports arenas to homes and hospitals
Here are some of the most eye-catching robots showcased in 2025.
Latest news bulletin | December 29th, 2025 – Morning
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.
Netanyahu to meet Trump in Florida for crucial Gaza talks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet Donald Trump in Florida on Monday, with the US president pushing to move to the next stage of the fragile Gaza truce plan. The crucial meeting at Trump's lavish Mar-a-Lago resort comes as some White House officials fear both
Explainer: Why Chevron still operates in Venezuela despite US sanctions
Chevron’s continued presence in Venezuela looks like an anomaly amid intensifying US sanctions. In fact, the contradiction is rooted in selective enforcement to maintain leverage over Caracas, as well as decades of oil politics.
Kolkata’s iconic trams face final stop as modernisation rolls in
The West Bengal government plans to shut down the 152-year-old system, keeping only a short heritage route.
Iran’s nuclear reset shows airstrikes may not end ambitions
Iran’s nuclear reset suggests that while US and Israeli strikes may have shattered facilities, they have not extinguished its ambition to rebuild a survivable nuclear deterrent—possibly with help from North Korea. This month, the Italian Institute for International Political
The Big Question: Is there room for Europe’s telecom companies to grow?
Keeping consumer prices low isn’t the only priority when firms must scale to stay competitive, said Orange CEO Christel Heydemann.
Bondi hero says he wanted to stop gunman killing innocent people
Authorities say the actions of Ahmed al Ahmed, a shop owner, saved countless lives.
Kolkata's iconic trams face final stop as modernization rolls in
NEW DELHI, Dec 29 - For more than a century, trams have rumbled past Kolkata's crumbling colonial facades, with their chiming bells contributing to the city's soundtrack as they ferried generations of commuters.
ADHD drugs don’t work the way we thought
ADHD stimulants appear to work less by sharpening focus and more by waking up the brain. Brain scans revealed that these medications activate reward and alertness systems, helping children stay interested in tasks they would normally avoid. The drugs even reversed brain
Perlis political upheaval: Ruler calls on parties to reunite ‘for the good of the state’
Bersatu Perlis chief Abu Bakar Hamzah was appointed the state’s new chief minister after his predecessor – PAS’ Mohd Shukri Ramli – stepped down from his post on Christmas Day.
Korea Box Office: ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Dominates as ‘Zootopia 2’ Holds Strong
James Cameron’s “Avatar: Fire and Ash” continued to dominate the Korean box office over the Dec. 26–28 frame, grossing $8.6 million from more than 1 million admissions, according to KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council. The film has now amassed $32.5
Five-year-old boy dies after getting caught in Japan ski travelator
Officials spent 40 minutes dismantling the travelator to free him, but he was later pronounced dead.
Myanmar pro-military party ‘winning’ first phase of junta-run election: Source
Two more phases are scheduled for Jan 11 and Jan 25.
Africa: Nigeria Reach Knock-Out Stage, Roche Hands Benin First Ever Afcon Win, Senegal and DR Congo Draw, Stalemate in East African Derby
[CAF] · Nigeria beat Tunisia to qualify for round of 16
The mystery of flight MH370: will a new search find the missing airliner after more than a decade?
In 2014 the Malaysian Airlines jet vanished over the Indian Ocean. Now the team that located Shackleton’s Endurance is looking again with the latest undersea robots More than a decade after Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 went missing after veering thousands of miles off course,
China Box Office: ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Tops Final Weekend of 2025
James Cameron’s “Avatar: Fire and Ash” remained the dominant force at the China box office over the Dec. 26–28 frame, adding RMB166.4 million ($23.4 million) to lift its local cumulative total to RMB700 million ($98.6 million), according to Artisan Gateway. Disney’s “Zootopia
Seven Turkish police wounded in clash with Islamic State militants, media says
ISTANBUL, Dec 29 - Seven Turkish police officers were wounded during a clash with suspected Islamic State militants in Yalova province in northwest Turkey on Monday, state broadcaster TRT Haber reported.
By recognizing Somaliland, Israel steps into a complex labyrinth of regional rivalries
Israel's recognition might grant the country a military presence in the Horn of Africa, but it will find itself constrained by the UAE and its regional commitments to its neighbors. For Somaliland, the 'deal' with Israel may include a promise that its biggest prize – Trump –
Intimidated By Investing? Robinhood’s Platform Makes It Easier to Get Started
Stocks. Dividends. Market indices. When it comes to investing, learning the lingo and understanding the basics of trading can be a major barrier to getting started. In fact, a Gallup poll found that 39% of Americans don’t own any form of stock. Investing is key to working
MAGA World zeroes in on Minnesota over fraud scandal
Allies of President Trump have set their sights on Minnesota in the wake of a fraud scandal in the state. The scandal centers on hundreds of millions of dollars allegedly stolen via a federally funded nutrition program. The New York Times late last month put the story into
China holds military drills around Taiwan as warning to 'separatist forces'
The drills come days after the US announced the sale of one of its largest weapons packages to Taiwan.
An orphan's brutal murder shines a spotlight on child abuse in Somalia
The woman who was supposed to care for Saabirin Saylaan was found to have beaten and tortured her.
Thailand orders tighter New Year controls on fireworks, floating lanterns and gunfire
District chiefs and administrative officers have been instructed to take firm action.
Four killed in clashes in Syria between al-Sharaa forces and Alawites
Clashes ensued as Alawite demonstrators sought federalism and self-determination, while Syrian authorities blamed 'remnants of the former regime' for the unrest and deployed soldiers to contain the situation. On Friday, an attack on an Alawite mosque in Homs killed eight people
Jakarta’s minimum wage bump disappoints labourers
Jakarta has the highest basic living expenses in the country, but its minimum wage is below neighbouring cities'.