Coupang founder Kim Bom apologises for data leak, pledges compensation
He also pledged investments and reforms to prevent data breaches.
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South Korea’s presidential office completes move back to historic Blue House
The moving process began on Dec 8.
Latest news bulletin | December 28th, 2025 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 28th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
New alliance vows to address youth demands in Nepal polls
The move is likely to challenge the long-dominant traditional parties.
Yash’s ‘Toxic’ Unveils First Look of Huma Qureshi as Elizabeth (EXCLUSIVE)
The filmmakers behind Yash’s highly anticipated “Toxic – A Fairytale for Grown-Ups” have revealed the first look at Huma Qureshi as Elizabeth, unveiling a character that blends old-world glamour with unsettling gothic menace. The newly released image captures Qureshi against a
Sheena Chohan to Star in Tamil Folk Drama ‘Arjunanin Allirani,’ Lilith Tale ‘Bhaayava’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Indian actor Sheena Chohan, who made her Hindi-language feature film debut in the biopic “Sant Tukaram” earlier this year, has been cast as the lead in “Arjunanin Allirani,” a Tamil-language drama centered on folk artists and caste discrimination. The film, written by acclaimed
'Acoustic hazard': Noise complaints spark Vietnam pickleball wars
Most noise complaints on the capital's iHanoi app stem from pickleball, according to state media.
Car breathalysers to be mandated for habitual drink driving offenders in South Korea
The new policy will be in effect starting Oct 24, 2026.
‘Acoustic hazard’: Noise complaints spark Vietnam pickleball wars
Associated noise-related issues range from unruly crowds to honking horns in overcrowded parking lots.
Valencia coach Fernando Martin dies in Indonesia boat accident
He was appointed coach of the Valencia Women’s B team in 2025.
Jeffrey Holland, next in line to lead Mormon Church, dies at 85
Jeffrey R. Holland of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints died on Saturday from kidney disease, the Church announced. Holland, the president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, was next in line to lead the Mormon Church based on a long-established succession plan,
Iraqis cover soil with clay to curb sandstorms
Deep in Iraq's southern desert, bulldozers and earthmovers spread layers of moist clay over sand dunes as part of a broader effort to fight increasingly frequent sandstorms. Iraq has long suffered from sand and dust storms, but in recent years they have become more frequent and
Biodegradation unit lightening load of bear hunters in Hokkaido
In the first eight months, a total of 88 bears killed in the area had been rendered.
Wolf escapes enclosure at zoo in western Tokyo, visitors flee to safety
The European wolf was confirmed to be still inside the park.
'Make emitters responsible': Thailand's clean air activists
There is a glimmer of hope for fresh action in the form of the Clean Air Bill, which would enshrine the right to breathable air, tax emitters and offer public information on the sources of pollution.
Mild earthquake in Malaysia, tremors felt across Johor and Melaka
The epicentre of the earthquake was located 16km south-west of Segamat, Johor.
Iran’s president says country is in ‘full-scale war’ with US, Israel, Europe
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday said his nation is at war with the United States and Israel, as well as Europe more broadly. “We are in a full-scale war with the U.S., Israel and Europe; they don’t want our country to remain stable,” Pezeshkian said in an
One year after Jeju Air disaster, questions remain unanswered
Experts have argued for setting up an independent body responsible for handling social disasters.
Pot Inc. was celebrating Trump’s rescue — but cannabis companies still can’t be banked
Pot Inc. has been popping the champagne corks (or, in this case, rolling some fat joints), and it’s not just to celebrate the New Year.
‘Make emitters responsible’: Thailand’s clean air activists
A finance specialist and a doctor are among the activists spearheading landmark air pollution legislation in Thailand.
South Korean man accused of scalding Thai wife denies charges
The suspect, in his 40s, has been placed under arrest.
What next for the high-speed rail from KL to Singapore?
Some have argued that with the new ETS and upcoming RTS, the HSR might not be needed.
Malaysia army chief put on leave amid probe, says defence minister
Defence Minister Khaled Nordin did not specify the nature of the investigations, but the move came amid reports that the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission had summoned three people in connection to procurements involving army projects.
Are you getting an 'extra' paycheck in January? How to tell
Some may be starting off the new year with a little extra money in their pockets.
Bahram Beyzaie, Iranian Director of Venice Award-Winning ‘Bashu, the Little Stranger,’ Dies at 87
Asghar Farhadi remembered the filmmaker and playwright, who died due to complications from cancer, as his "great teacher."
Myanmar’s election is derided as fake, but the nation’s suffering is all too real
Survival in this South-east Asian nation sometimes comes down to saleable body parts.
Mamdani claps back at Musk over criticism of FDNY chief pick
New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani (D) on Saturday rejected Elon Musk’s argument that his appointment to head up the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) is inexperienced. “Experience does matter, which is why I appointed the person who spent more than 30 years at EMS. You know,
Rove says Trump administration needs to talk more about accomplishments ahead of midterms
Republican strategist Karl Rove on Saturday urged the Trump administration to speak more about its accomplishments to shore up support ahead of midterm elections. “The president will end this year at the lowest approval rating in modern times for a president ... in the first
Stock up on these essential home goods before tariffs push prices up in 2026
Wells Fargo reports that consumers should be stocking up on home goods essentials before prices increase next year.
How Myanmar's junta-run vote works
Who is running and how is a winner decided? Here's what you need to know about the Myanmar elections.
How Myanmar’s junta-run vote works, and why it might not
Here are some key questions surrounding the heavily restricted polls.
Rogan slams Trump over Rob Reiner comments: ‘Not funny’
Podcaster Joe Rogan slammed President Trump for his remarks about the death of Hollywood director Rob Reiner. “The Rob Reiner thing is not funny, right? And that’s like the same thing. It’s the same kind of thinking. And when you see it with no empathy, that’s when it’s hard to
Chevy Chase Was Put Into an 8-Day Coma While Hospitalized for Heart Failure
“According to the doctors, my memory would be shot from it,” he says in a forthcoming CNN documentary
Myanmar junta stages election after five years of civil war
Campaigners, Western diplomats and the UN's rights chief have condemned the month-long vote, citing a ballot stacked with military allies and a stark crackdown on dissent.
The Asian danger from Trump’s spheres-of-interest approach
For Japan, South Korea and other Asian security allies, the good news about America’s new National Security Strategy when it was published on December 5th was that they were not treated as shockingly badly as were the Europeans. Unlike the UK and the European Union, they were
Sunday shows preview: Russia-Ukraine peace talks ramp up; Epstein files backlash persists
International leaders are participating in high-stakes peace talks geared towards ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently presented a 20-point peace plan to his counterparts with clauses that outline a demilitarization zone, security
Jamie Lee Curtis Says ‘Thank God’ Her Mother Didn’t Let Her Audition for ‘The Exorcist’ at Age 12: ‘My Mom Really Wanted Me to Have a Childhood’
Jamie Lee Curtis is thankful her movie star mom made her wait to start acting in horror movies. During a recent appearance on “The Drew Barrymore Show” (via People), Curtis said that a producer wanted her to audition for “The Exorcist.” However, her mother, Janet Leigh, shut
High-profile killings, Trump reinvigorate death penalty push as support wanes
First came the Manhattan shooting death of a health insurance CEO. In the months that followed, a young couple working for the Israeli embassy, a Democratic Minnesota lawmaker and her husband, a Ukrainian refugee, a conservative activist, a National Guard member deployed in
Winter storm snarls travel across US, thousands of flights canceled or delayed
More than a thousand flights were canceled or delayed across the Northeast and Great Lakes regions due to snow as thousands took to U.S. roads and airports during the busy travel period between Christmas and New Year’s.
Voting begins in Myanmar’s restricted election after five years of civil war
With the former civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi remaining in jail, critics doubt the elections will be meaningful.
First and second largest economies in charts and figures
One is the loneliest number that you’ll ever do.Two can be as bad as one.It’s the loneliest number since the number one. Aimee mann China is the world’s second largest economy. Despite having outgrown all other economies since its 1949 founding, the People’s Republic of China
Jamie Campbell Bower Says Mr. WhatsIt in ‘Stranger Things 5′ Is Inspired by Jim Jones: ‘There Had to Be That Level of Cult Leader-Esqueness About Him’
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers from Season 5, Volume 2 of “Stranger Things, now streaming on Netflix. Jamie Campbell Bower is used to playing the big bad — whether his name is Vecna, One or Henry. But in Volume 2 of “Stranger Things,” he takes the character a step
How Much Did Bad Bunny’s Residency Actually Generate For Puerto Rico?
Studies estimate that Bad Bunny brought in hundreds of millions — but the cultural value and impact on the island is even higher
Zelensky confirms new Canadian aid package after talks with European leaders
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday confirmed that Canada will give his country a new assistance package after he spoke with European leaders amid peace talks. Zelensky stopped in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and thanked Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney for joining
Whodunnit? Vietnam’s online sleuths step up their game, tracking true crime
Citizen sleuths face a thin line between vigilantism and criminality, experts say.
