Cyprus unveils EU presidency priorities on security and migration
Cyprus outlined priorities for the EU presidency starting 1 January 2026, focusing on autonomy, security, defence, migration, and support for Ukraine.
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Winter solstice at Ireland’s Newgrange attracts 2,000 visitors
Around 2,000 people gathered at Newgrange in County Meath for the winter solstice, witnessing sunlight entering the ancient tomb's inner chamber at dawn.
Israel’s approves proposal for 19 new Jewish settlements in West Bank
The decision is a harsh blow to the Palestinian state and brings the total number of new settlements over the past few years to 69.
Winter solstice: sunrise aligns with Karnak Temple in Luxor, Egypt
Hundreds of visitors gathered in Luxor to witness the winter solstice sunrise align with the Temple of Amun-Re at Karnak, marking the start of astronomical winter.
Documents vanish from US government's Epstein files release website
At least 16 files disappeared from the US Justice Department's Epstein webpage. The disgraced financier's victims have criticised the heavily redacted release, missing key records.
Russian overnight attack on Ukraine kills four as US and Russia envoys hold peace talks
Russia launched 97 drones and one missile overnight, killing four and injuring 19. Ukraine intercepted 75 drones. Attacks came as US and Russian envoys continued their peace plan talks meeting in Miami.
Extremadura votes in early elections with PP seeking absolute majority
Around 860,000 Extremadurans go to the polls today in an unprecedented election in the region. María Guardiola brought forward the elections after failing to pass the budget. The polls point to the PP as the winner, but without a majority to govern alone.
Ukraine's collapse would be a disaster for Hungary, says Orbán
The Hungarian Prime Minister said Hungary must help to prevent the collapse of Ukraine or order to "value its own piece of land."
France deploys armed forces to fight cattle disease outbreak
France's armed forces are aiding a nationwide cattle vaccination to combat lumpy skin disease.
US proposes Ukraine-Russia trilateral talks as Washington and Moscow envoys meet
Washington proposed the first Ukraine-Russia face-to-face talks in months, after US and Russian envoys met in Miami over the weekend to discuss a possible peace plan to end Moscow's war in Ukraine.
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AFCON 2025 kicks off: Morocco ready to host the continent
Twenty-four teams, six host cities, nine stadiums and a football-mad nation are ready to welcome the continent for Africa's biggest tournament.
Australians unite to honour victims of Bondi Beach Jewish festival attack
Australia held a Day of Reflection on Sunday, one week after two gunmen staged an antisemitic attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach killing 15 people and injuring dozens.
Australia marks Day of Reflection for Bondi Beach shooting victims
Australians will light candles on Sunday to mark the attack on a Jewish festival that killed 15 people. A national Day of Reflection has been declared.
US seizes second oil tanker off coast of Venezuela in international waters
The US has seized an oil tanker that had recently left Venezuela, according to the US Department of Homeland Security. On Tuesday, US President Donald Trump ordered a "blockade" of sanctioned oil tankers coming in or out of Venezuela.
At least nine people killed in mass shooting near Johannesburg, South Africa
At least nine people have been killed in a mass shooting in the Bekkersdal township, southwest of the city of Johannesburg in South Africa, according to police. A manhunt for those responsible is currently underway.
Europe is a favourite winter destination for Americans. Which cities are most popular?
New data reveals the top European destinations for US travellers this winter - with Vienna and Copenhagen among rising stars.
Everything to know about US President Donald Trump’s new plans for the Moon
President Donald Trump’s new executive order lays out the US's priorities in space. Among them is a renewed commitment to a 2028 Moon landing, new space missile development and launching nuclear reactors into orbit.
Meet the first climate migrants leaving sinking Tuvalu to start a new life in Australia
As rising sea levels continue to threaten the sinking nation of Tuvalu, Australia has welcomed the first group of climate migrants.
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