Russia terminates military agreements with Portugal, France and Canada

Russia's decision to terminate the agreements marks its growing effort to distance itself from the West in terms of security and technical co-operation.

Indonesians climb over logs in walk to aid centre as flood deaths rise over 900

ACEH TAMIANG, Indonesia, Dec 6 - Residents in the Indonesian region of Aceh Tamiang climbed over slippery logs and walked for about an hour on Saturday to get aid, as the death toll from floods and landslides that hit Sumatra island this month rose to more than 900 people.

Gaza talks at critical moment, ceasefire not complete, Qatar's prime minister says

DOHA, Dec 6 - Negotiations on consolidating the U.S.-backed truce in the war in Gaza are at a \"critical\" moment, Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani said on Saturday.

Brazil's economy grows 0.1% in Q3 of 2025

Brazil's economy expanded by 0.1% in the third quarter of 2025 compared with the previous quarter. Year-on-year, Brazil's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) —the measure of the total value of goods and services produced in the country—rose by 1.8%. Over the past four quarters, GDP

With elections following deadly fire, Hong Kong moves to stifle dissent

The suppression campaign shows how the Hong Kong government is using Beijing’s playbook to respond to crises that could mobilize large groups of aggrieved people.

Can Germany stop extremism by banning a far-right party? Some want to try.

Banning Alternative for Germany, a far-right party, might seem undemocratic but Germany’s constitution allows such prohibitions to prevent a repeat of Nazism.

‘All being poisoned slowly’: Air purifiers offer only limited respite from chronic India pollution

According to a report, no major Indian city recorded safe Air Quality Index levels from 2015 to 2025.

Fewer Chinese tourists might be the overtourism break Japan needs

Despite the adverse economic impact, Japanese are largely relieved that there are fewer tourists

Hong Kong finance chief scraps Tokyo visit amid China-Japan row

The city’s authorities also suspended exchanges with the Japanese Consulate General in Hong Kong.

Kiwi forestry giant approved for Uruguayan benefits program


New Zealand forestry giant Claymark has received official approval for a major investment in Uruguay, committing over US$100 million to establish large-scale operations in the South American nation.

In another blow to press freedom in the US, White House launches media 'Hall of Shame'

The portal's launch comes as Trump ramps up his campaign against what he labels as 'fake news,' and as the US President faces mounting criticism for repeatedly lashing out at journalists.

South Georgia welcomes the UK/Oversea Territories’ biodiversity strategy

The Government of South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands, GSGSSI, welcomes the publication of the UK OT biodiversity strategy which reaffirms the commitment of the UK government to work with OT territory governments to conserve, protect, and restore biodiversity in the

'We'll bring him home': Thai family's long wait for Gaza hostage to end

By Thomas Suen NONG KHAI, Thailand, Dec 6 (Reuters) - Two years after Thai worker Sudthisak Rinthalak was killed by Hamas militants, his family in northeastern Thailand is preparing to welcome his remains home and hold a Buddhist ceremony they believe will bring his spirit

Argentina: Dollar keeps falling after new debt plan announcement

Argentina's official exchange rate and key financial dollar segments registered declines on Friday, after Economy Minister Luis 'Toto' Caputo announced plans for a new dollar-denominated bond issuance aimed at refinancing maturities and strengthening foreign currency reserves.'

Monster Wolf robot grabs spotlight in Japan as tool to scare off bears

The faux wolf flashes LED lights and emits loud sounds to deter wild animals.

‘We will bring him home’: Thai family’s long wait for Gaza hostage to end

The 44-year-old Thai worker was captured by Hamas at an avocado farm during its Oct 7, 2023, attack.

Friendship rekindled: Cam Ranh Bay and a new phase of Moscow-Hanoi ties

A memorial overlooking Cam Ranh Bay reveals Moscow's long-standing presence in the country and why it matters today.

Chilean Army Captain dies in paragliding accident

An active-duty Chilean Army captain died on Friday after crashing his paraglider on a hillside south of Iquique, in the area known as Palo Buque. The location is frequently used for paragliding training. Chilean regulations treat paragliding as a form of non-conventional

Bolsonaro's eldest son says his father backs him to run for Brazil presidency in 2026

Flávio Bolsonaro, eldest son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, said his father backed him to represent the party and run for Brazil's presidency in 2026. The senator vouched to 'continue the nation's project'.

Gaza talks at 'critical' moment, Qatari prime minister says

DOHA, Dec 6 (Reuters) - Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani said Saturday that negotiations on the war in Gaza were at a "critical" moment. Mediators are working together to force the next phase of ceasefire forward, he said during a panel at the Doha

Four civilians killed in fresh Afghan-Pakistan border clash

India caps airline fares as IndiGo crisis leaves hundreds stranded for fifth day

Over 700 animals at Indonesia zoo at risk of starvation amid legal dispute

Bandung Zoo spokesman Sulhan Syafi’i said the remaining funds for animal feed will only last until Dec 10.

Hong Kong fire came after contractor safety breaches and a residents’ revolt

The contractor had been penalised by the city's safety regulator more than a dozen times before it was hired.

Disease spreads among Sumatra flood victims

The disaster has affected 3.1 million people, and left over 800 people dead and 500 missing.

AI Could Drive a Third of Long-Form Film and Animation by 2026, China’s Tencent Says

Generative AI is poised to reshape the supply of premium screen content, with VP of Chinese online media giant Tencent and CEO of Tencent Video Sun Zhonghuai forecasting that as much as a third of long-form film and animation could be “dominated by or deeply involving AI”

Grab riders earn praise after helping to unclog KL street drains, ease floodwaters

Heavy downpours have led to congested roads in KL over the past few days.

Deepa Mehta Reflects on Career, ‘Water’ Controversy and Staying Independent at Singapore Film Festival

In a wide-ranging conversation at the Singapore International Film Festival, acclaimed filmmaker Deepa Mehta reflected on her decades-long career, the controversies that have shadowed her most celebrated works, and her unwavering commitment to independent filmmaking. Mehta was

Hong Kong blaze: Residents kept in dark over contractor’s safety record

Despite a history of safety violations, the contractor for Wang Fuk Court renovations was presented to residents as having a clean record.

Warm Welcome hubs an 'important' helping hand

Dozens of venues are offering free drop-ins for anyone struggling with cost-of-living pressures.

Australian authorities urge thousands to flee New South Wales bushfires

SYDNEY, Dec 6 - Wildfires in Australia's New South Wales burnt through thousands of hectares of bushland on Saturday, prompting the authorities to urge evacuations at the highest danger rating for thousands of residents in the nation's most-populous state.

Iranian drone clone now a US Central Command weapon

The US Central Command, a vital player in Middle East security, is now flying a clone of an Iranian drone. The US drone is a copy of the Shaheed 136, the same drone the Russians used for their home-built Gerans (Geran 1 and Geran 2) that have been heavily used in Ukraine. The

4 civilians killed in fresh Afghan-Pakistan border clash

Each side accused the other of launching “unprovoked” attacks at the crossing.

India Multiplex Association Opposes Netflix-Warner Bros. Deal: ‘A Meaningful Reduction in High-Quality Content for Cinemas’

The Multiplex Association of India has raised alarm over Netflix’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, warning that the deal could diminish theatrical content availability and threaten India’s cinema ecosystem. In a statement, the trade body representing multiplex

Muslim countries voice concern over Israel's 'one-way' opening of Gaza's Rafah border crossing

The Saudi Foreign Ministry published the joint statement on X, claiming that Israel's policy aims to push Palestinians toward displacement into Egypt via the Israeli-controlled border crossing, urging adherence to the U.S. cease-fire plan

From the Arctic Circle to Switzerland’s snowy slopes: Europe’s must-try Christmas train journeys

Start off the holidays with a bang with these unique European winter and Christmas train journeys, offering luxury, adventure and slow travel.

The digital war between East and West is in full swing. This is Greece's role on the eastern border

"Athens has an additional aggressive neighbour, which our European partners do not perceive as hostile," Michael Bletsas, commander of Greece's National Cyber Security Authority, told Euronews Next.

Nowhere to move: How climate change became the property market’s biggest nightmare

From plummeting house prices to insurable homes, climate change is impacting the property market around the world.

High PFAS exposure may affect women’s hormones, study finds

High exposure to PFAS is linked to a higher risk of endocrine disruption among women, a new study has found.

FNAF 2 sets up a huge Scream reunion, Matthew Lillard says

Matthew Lillard says a third FNAF movie will finally reunite him and Skeet Ulrich onscreen.

US says progress made at talks with Ukraine on plan to end war

The talks in Florida follow US envoy Steve Witkoff's meeting with Russia's President Vladimir Putin.

India air travel chaos eases but IndiGo crisis still leaves hundreds stranded

MUMBAI/BENGALURU, Dec 6 - Crowds at Indian airports eased on Saturday but hundreds of passengers were still gathering outside Bengaluru and Mumbai airports as 385 IndiGo flights were cancelled, in the fifth day of a crisis that has hit the country's biggest airline.

Rare sight: Four Rafflesia species bloom simultaneously in Indonesia’s Bengkulu

Worldwide, there are 36 to 40 recognised Rafflesia species, mostly found in South-east Asia.

‘No going back’: Survivors of deadly Hong Kong fire in limbo

They are looking to the government to help them start over.

CVS: FY 2026 Margin Recovery, Well Covered Dividends, And Cheap Valuations

Ana de Armas Opens Up About Her “Beautiful Friendship” With Keanu Reeves; Becoming an Action Star by Accident

Appearing at Saudi Arabia's Red Sea Film Festival, the Oscar-nominated actress recounted her journey from Havana to global renown, sharing how a few fearless choices shaped her evolution as one of Hollywood’s most versatile young stars.

Myanmar citizens head to early polls in Bangkok

The phased election is slated to begin in certain parts of the country in late December.