In the Gemmayzeh neighbourhood, bands in bright uniforms filled the narrow streets with music and drew large crowds. For some, the parade was a display of resilience, while others remained cautious as Israeli airstrikes continue…
Category: 4. World
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Russia labels German broadcaster Deutsche Welle as an 'undesirable organisation'
Deutsche Welle’s director general said the move by Moscow was another sign that the Kremlin “wants to quash any freedom of opinion in the country”.
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Scientists skip key US meetings — and seize on smaller alternatives
Organizers of the American Geophysical Union’s annual meeting (pictured, a past meeting), which started 15 December, expect it to draw fewer visitors than it did in 2024.Credit: Marek Uliasz/imageBROKER/Alamy
Attendance at several of the…
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Trump’s war on Europe
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“We shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the…
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Search efforts for body of last Israeli hostage in Gaza delayed due to bad weather : NPR
Palestinians cross a flooded street following heavy rain in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, Dec. 11.
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UK to investigate foreign interference in politics after Russia bribery scandal
An independent review has been ordered in response to the conviction of former Reform UK lawmaker Nathan Gill for accepting bribes from Russia.
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Church Handbook Offers Enduring Guidance on Artificial Intelligence
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has updated its “General Handbook” to include principled guidance on the use of artificial intelligence.
The handbook update, published on December 16, 2025, states that AI “cannot replace…
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Universal Studios gets green light to be built in Bedfordshire
Alex PopeBedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire
Universal Destinations & Experiences/ComcastThe new theme park is expected to attract more than eight million visitors a year Planning permission has been granted to build the first Universal…
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