Pope Leo XIV urges compassion in first Christmas Urbi et Orbi speech
The first US-born pope called on the Catholic faithful on Thursday to reject indifference towards those suffering during the first Christmas address of his pontificate.
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Apple Quietly Drops the Beats Studio Pro by 49% to Offload ANC Headphone Stock
These might very well become your new favorite headphones. The post Apple Quietly Drops the Beats Studio Pro by 49% to Offload ANC Headphone Stock appeared first on Kotaku .
The 10 Best Gaming Surprises Of 2025
FromSoftware delivered a banger, the Fortnite Simpsons season was better than we expected, a KOTOR spiritual successor was announced and more good game news from 2025 The post The 10 Best Gaming Surprises Of 2025 appeared first on Kotaku .
Learn more than you ever wanted to know about the weird world of Santa games on Steam in our Christmas quiz!
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China’s shadow looms over Burma’s religious oppression
China's looming shadow over Burma’s shoulder is a concern for both Southeast Asia and here at home.
Russia compares US blockade of Venezuela to piracy
MOSCOW, Dec 25 - Russia's foreign ministry said on Thursday that the United States was reviving piracy and banditry in the Caribbean Sea by blockading Venezuela and said it hoped that U.S. President Donald Trump's pragmatism would help avoid a disaster.
Japan PM Takaichi says Trump meeting in US being arranged for early 2026
Japan is exploring another summit, concerned that Mr Trump is softening his position on China.
Zelensky, in Christmas message, says most Ukrainians may wish for Putin 'to perish'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky acknowledged in his Christmas Eve message that many Ukrainians want to see Russian President Vladimir Putin dead. "'May he perish,' each of us may think to ourselves," Zelensky said in the broadcast. "But when we turn to God, of course, we
Returning a holiday gift? Big retail stores will now charge you for that — as much as $45
Hassle-free returns might be a thing of the past.
Can Nazareth achieve XMAS appeal? 'Pilgrimage won't come to a shabby city plagued by crime'
COVID-19, war and crime emptied Nazareth of tourists. But this Christmas, optimism is slowly returning: 'We can be like Athens and Rome'
Against Mac Mini, This Mini Gaming PC (32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) Crashes to Its Lowest Price in a Prime-Exclusive Deal
Give your workstation a much-needed upgrade for less. The post Against Mac Mini, This Mini Gaming PC (32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) Crashes to Its Lowest Price in a Prime-Exclusive Deal appeared first on Kotaku .
China urges travel agencies to cut Japan-bound visitors by 40%, say sources
In mid-November, the Chinese government called on its citizens to avoid visiting Japan.
Christmas spirit offered 'right through the year'
Grace Trust says it offers the Christmas spirit all year to people on Jersey who are struggling.
Weapons made in Germany? Why the Bundeswehr does not only buy arms at home
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius is investing billions in European and international systems, from Czech pistols to US fighter jets. Why are those weapons not being purchased from German manufacturers?
‘It’s the wildest place I have walked’: new national park will join up Chile’s 2,800km wildlife corridor
Government poised to officially protect 200,000 hectares of remote Patagonian coastline and forest Chile’s government is poised to create the country’s 47th national park, protecting nearly 200,000 hectares (500,000 acres) of pristine wilderness and completing a wildlife
Trump should bolster, not undermine, Ukraine's fighting Christmas spirit
Putin’s military forces have bombed children’s hospitals, kindergartens and playgrounds. Russia has also kidnapped more than 19,000 Ukrainian children.
PC Gamer Hardware Awards: The best gaming laptop of 2025
With a whole new generation of mobile GPUs, and some sleek new designs, this has been a great year for gaming laptops. But who's the winner?
Winter storm brings flooding, mudslides and near-whiteout snow to California
A powerful winter storm hit California, causing hazardous travel conditions and flash flooding.
Pope Leo urges 'courage' to end Ukraine war in first Christmas address
The pope also laments the condition of Palestinians during his address to worshippers at the Vatican.
Unlikely bedfellows: Castrol deal draws private capital into industry
The deal reflects a shift in how investors view businesses like Castrol — less as consumer brands, and more as industrial infrastructure embedded in the global economy.