Chinese airlines see hopes dim for profit return with Japan spat

Chinese airlines already typically see more weakness between National Day and Lunar New Year.

Africa: Weather Service Issues Disruptive Rain, Fire Danger Warning Across South Africa

[SAnews.gov.za] The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a weather warning for disruptive rains and severe thunderstorms across the country for today.

Africa: Super Eagles End 2025 Among World's Top 40, Fifth in Africa

[Leadership] Despite missing out on qualification for next year's FIFA World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Nigeria's Super Eagles ended the 2025 among the top 40 men's teams globally.

Africa: How Africa's Youth Are Rewriting the Rules of Entrepreneurship

[New Times] By any measure, the landscape of youth entrepreneurship is changing fast. Business opportunities for young people today are no longer confined by geography, access to capital, or traditional gatekeepers. Instead, they are increasingly shaped by digital

To Lam, reformist risk-taker, seeks to extend his hold on Vietnam

Dec 23 - Vietnam's Communist Party chief To Lam, who is seeking a new mandate as the country's top leader, has earned a reputation as an ambitious risk-taker whose brief initial tenure was defined by rapid, sweeping reforms and a commanding leadership style.

Trump announces new battleship: '100 times more powerful than any battleship ever built'

Surrounded by his top national security aides, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, Trump also warned Venezuelan President Nicolás of playing 'tough'.

Why shoppers buy fast fashion even if they disagree with it

Every December, many shoppers plan to buy fewer things and choose more sustainable options. Yet as the month goes on, spending rises and fast fashion becomes hard to resist. Christmas has become a moment when good intentions collide with discounts and the emotional pull of

US-Russia detente pushing ahead with or without Zelensky

It is no surprise that the Ukraine negotiations are, once again, stuck on territorial issues. You do not need to look far to see the problem. US Vice President J.D. Vance has recently said, “the thorniest issues have never been resolved, including who will control the Donbas

Malaysia Airports says global passenger processing system experiencing temporary disruptions

Global passenger processing system at Malaysia airports restored after temporary disruptions

The system is used by multiple airlines worldwide.

John Lennon’s Son Sean Says the ‘Younger Generation’ Could Forget the Beatles

Sean Ono Lennon discussed being the "caretaker" of his father, the Beatles, and his mother, Yoko Ono's legacy

Violence against women and girls: 4 key takeaways from a strategy that aims to change society

As the UK government launches its violence against women and girls strategy, the situation it is seeking to remedy makes for hard reading.

US military kills 'narco-terrorist' in eastern Pacific strike

The U.S. military struck an alleged drug-trafficking boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean on Monday, killing one “narco-terrorist.” U.S. Southern Command (Southcom) shared a 27-second video of the strike on X, adding that the vessel was “operated by Designated Terrorist

Najib court ruling: PM Anwar calls for calm after DAP MP’s ‘celebrate’ comment sparks UMNO backlash

A Democratic Action Party lawmaker came under fire from leaders of the United Malays National Organisation following a Facebook post she had made seen as celebrating the judgment against Najib Razak.

At least six among victims of Mexican Navy plane crash off the coast of Texas

At least six people were killed when a Mexican Naval plane crashed in Galveston Bay off the Texas coast on Monday afternoon, the U.S. Coast Guard said. The office of the Secretary of the Mexican Navy said on X Monday evening that the aircraft, with eight people on board, was

70% of employers in Japan did not check sex offence database when hiring teachers

Employers are required by law to check the database during the hiring procedure.

Malaysia’s PM Anwar calls for respect, patience after Najib’s house arrest bid denied

Mr Anwar further expressed respect for the judge’s decision, grounded in the principle of the sovereignty of the law.

Russia’s war economy is not collapsing, but neither is it stable

Russia’s wartime economy is getting weaker as the war in Ukraine approaches its fourth anniversary, according to a recent report by PeaceRep, a research group led by the University of Edinburgh. The report, “Against the Clock? Why Russia’s War Economy is Running Out of Time”,

Cambodia asks Thailand to move border talks to Malaysia

Cambodia said Malaysia, the chair of the ASEAN regional bloc, had agreed to host the talks in its capital.

Super Mario Bros. help fight burnout: Study links classic games to boosted happiness

A new study published by JMIR Serious Games reports that popular video games, such as the Super Mario Bros. and Yoshi games, may offer meaningful emotional benefits for young adults. The research, titled "Super Mario Bros. and Yoshi Games' Affordance of Childlike Wonder and

Pimple patches have hidden our blemishes for hundreds of years—historian explains

You may have noticed people out and about with little stickers on their faces. Perhaps you've seen moons, stars, clouds or even smiley faces adorning people's cheeks and chins. Maybe you wear them yourself. While some people do wear them as accessories, these colorful stickers

Extreme weather looms as millions in Indonesia head into year-end travel season

An estimated 119.5 million people will be travelling for the holidays, said Indonesia's Transport Ministry.

Japan taps AI cameras for faster response to bear sightings

The AI system informs authorities once it detects a bear, and warnings can be issued over 30 minutes faster than before.

Can camera traps improve conservation outcomes?

While Australia is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, we also have some of the highest extinction rates.

Indonesia eyes US tariff deal signing in January, says all issues settled

"The main thing, of course, is providing balanced market access for American products, and at the same time, market access for Indonesia to the US," said Indonesia's chief negotiator.

North Korea's Kim visits hot tubs, BBQ joints at lavish new mountain resort

Families in South Korea want answers a year after Jeju Air crash

Relatives of the victims say they harbour deep mistrust over how the investigation has been handled.

Face recognition required to set up new smartphones in South Korea from Dec 23

The government said the measure is aimed at preventing crimes such as voice phishing and smishing.

Trapped under Israeli bombardment, Gazans fear the 'new border'

When her children, trembling with fear, ask where the family can go to escape Israel's continued bombardment in southern Gaza's Khan Yunis area, Umm Ahmed has no answer. In her small, devastated village near Khan Yunis city, recent Israeli strikes shattered the tenuous sense of

Victoria to get first publicly owned windfarm with 33-turbine Latrobe valley project

Advocates say State Electricity Commission’s $650m Delburn windfarm will be a ‘new chapter’ for region previously home to Hazelwood coal power station Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air

Amazon blocks 1,800 job applications from suspected North Korean agents

The firm’s chief security officer said North Koreans tried to apply for remote working IT jobs using stolen or fake identities.

The 'pawprint economy' is booming—and it offers huge opportunities for tourism

Luxury pet pampering packages at hotels, menus with dog-friendly roast dinners and £6,000 animal-friendly charter flights. Pet travel isn't just a trend, it's something of a transformation. This is the "pawprint economy"—and it's booming.

Sequestered Suu Kyi overshadows military-run Myanmar election

Her absence looms large over junta-run polls the generals are touting as a return to democracy.

A dance of galaxies: JWST captures interacting dwarf galaxies

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope captured two nearby dwarf galaxies interacting with each other in this image released on Dec. 2, 2025.

NBC Pulls ‘The Paper’ Linear Run Early to Give New Comedy ‘Stumble’ a Monday Showcase Next Month (EXCLUSIVE)

NBC is ending its linear run of Peacock’s “The Paper” earlier than expected. Instead, starting on Jan. 5, NBC will air episodes of its freshman comedy “Stumble” in the Monday at 8:30 p.m. ET time slot — where broadcast-friendly versions of “The Paper” have been airing since

Cannon keeps Jack Smith’s classified records report under wraps for now

U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon on Monday lifted restrictions on the release of former special counsel Jack Smith’s findings from his investigation into President Trump’s handling of classified records — but she gave the president a 60-day window to challenge her order.

Trump unveils ‘Golden Fleet’ class of Navy battleships named for himself

Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Trump unveils ‘Golden Fleet’ class of Navy battleships named for himself President Trump announced on Monday a new class of battleships as part of

China likely loaded more than 100 ICBMs in silo fields, Pentagon report says

Beijing has described reports of a military buildup as efforts to "smear and defame China and deliberately mislead the international community".

US regulator approves pill form of Wegovy weight-loss drug

Wegovy becomes first pill of its kind to be approved, shifting weight-loss drugs beyond injections.

Timothée Chalamet Appears on Top of Las Vegas Sphere for Wild ‘Marty Supreme’ Promo

The actor continued his promotional rampage for the Josh Safdie-directed film, which hits theaters on Dec. 25

Boosting workplace opportunities for vets

Despite the fact that the U.S. is home to over 15 million military veterans that make up more than 6% of the total workforce, little research is available about their quantitative impact on the economy.

‘60 Minutes’ Report Yanked by Bari Weiss Leaks Online After It Was Accidentally Streamed on Canadian TV App

A “60 Minutes” report yanked by Bari Weiss about the “horrific treatment” of detainees deported from the U.S. to a prison in El Salvador has leaked online after appearing on a Canadian TV app. Canada’s Global News aired the “60 Minutes” episode without the segment on

How to Tell if Someone’s Really Listening

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FDA approves oral version of Wegovy

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Novo Nordisk’s oral version of the Wegovy weight loss pill, the first such pill approved for use. Novo Nordisk said in a Tuesday release that the GLP-1 pill is intended for once-daily use to “reduce excess body weight and

Getting support for opening the 'Pandora's box' of DNA testing

In the last decade, the drive to understand who we are and where we've come from has been accelerated by DNA testing.

Call of Duty co-creator Vince Zampella dies in California car crash

The influential video game developer died after his car crashed and caught fire on a highway in Los Angeles.