Extreme weather events in 2025 inflicted over $122 billion in global damages, with India and Pakistan's devastating monsoon floods alone costing $5.6 billion and claiming 1,860 lives. While the US faced the highest financial toll from wildfires, poorer nations bore a disproportionate human cost. Experts warn continued fossil fuel use fuels this escalating crisis.

Madhya Pradesh High Court denied a 16-year-old rape survivor permission to terminate her 29-week pregnancy, as she wishes to continue and has married the accused. The court directed the Child Welfare Committee to care for her and the child until she turns 18. A medical board had advised against termination due to advanced stage risks.

A valuable M.F. Husain mural at LIC's Mumbai headquarters is deteriorating due to neglect and ongoing renovation work. Painted in 1963, the artwork shows signs of damage and lacks proper identification, highlighting the undervaluation of wall art in India. LIC has pledged to investigate protection measures.

India has expressed concerns to the US regarding the expansion of H-1B visa program reviews, citing hardship for Indian families. The Ministry of External Affairs highlighted delays in visa appointments, impacting family life and children's education. India is actively engaged with the US to minimize disruptions for affected professionals.

Over the span of 41 days, the high school student was abducted by four teenage boys aged between 16 to 18, subjected to unimaginable abuse, repeatedly raped and ultimately murdered.

Sir Keir Starmer said he is 'delighted' by the safe return of a British democracy activist who was held in an Egyptian prison for six years.

She was dubbed 'Britain's loneliest sheep' after falling over a coastal cliff before spending two years on a Highland beach cut off from her flock.

Un conteneur est tombé d’un semi-remorque au rond-point de Taaone, jeudi 26 décembre, en début d’après-midi. L’incident, survenu au niveau de la place Aorai Tini Hau, n’a heureusement pas fait de victime, mais a causé des dégâts sur les aménagements communaux.

Un joueur chanceux de l'Arkansas a remporté le jackpot à la loterie américaine Powerball en empochant la somme de 1,81 milliard de dollars (soit plus de 180 milliards de francs Pacifique) au tirage de la veille de Noël.

Un conteneur est tombé d'un semi-remorque au rond-point de Taaone, jeudi 26 décembre. L'incident n'a heureusement pas fait de victime mais a causé des dégâts sur les aménagements communaux.

«Somaliland welcomes and appreciates Israel’s historic and principled decision to recognize its sovereignty and independence,» the self-proclaimed republic said in a statement

The visits are being timed to coincide with the 250th anniversary of American independence and come as negotiations continue between the two countries over a trade deal.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky hopes to bring an end to the war between his country and Russia with the help of President Donald Trump.

The use of drones has soared in recent years with Strangeways recording at least 220 drop-offs in just 12 months, the highest figure across prisons in England and Wales.

The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) identified a number of themes and scenes which it considers triggering for younger viewers, and raised the age rating.

Investigator Alex Baber says the man responsible for all six deaths - and possibly many more - was a former US Navy corpsman called Marvin Skipton Margolis.

The musician «passed away after a short illness at home over Christmas,» the British band said

«At this point, only the information on uranium and uranium ore reserves remains classified,» the head of Ukraine’s National Extractive Industries Association of Ukraine, Ksenia Orinchak, said

«The Chairperson of the Commission reiterates the African Union’s unwavering commitment to the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Somalia,» Chairperson of the African Union Commission Mahmoud Ali Youssouf said

«Under fire, you restore critical infrastructure, deliver humanitarian assistance to civilians, and clear areas of explosive hazards,» the president said

Vladimir Zelensky plans to agree on a framework agreement with the US leader to end the conflict

Le dernier rapport de l'ISPF porte sur la vigueur économique exceptionnelle de la Polynésie au 3ème trimestre 2025. Notre économie a franchi un cap historique grâce à une affluence record de visiteurs. Résultat : l'activité globale s'accélère, portée par des performances dans les secteurs de l'hébergement et des transports.

India has introduced quality standards for incense sticks, prohibiting harmful insecticidal chemicals and synthetic fragrance intermediates. These new norms, aimed at improving safety and sustainability, classify agarbattis and set requirements for raw materials and burning quality. The voluntary standard, IS 19412:2025, seeks to protect public health and the environment from potentially hazardous substances.

Resident doctors in Himachal Pradesh have launched an indefinite strike, demanding the reinstatement of a doctor sacked for assaulting a patient. Despite a promise of a fresh inquiry, doctors deem the termination unjust, citing a lack of consideration for the doctor's perspective. The protest has disrupted routine medical services across the state.

'Hindu's killing a matter of grave concern'

A Class 10 student died by suicide after allegedly being reprimanded by teachers and the principal at a Greater Noida West school for using AI on her mobile phone during pre-Board exams. Her father has filed a police complaint accusing the school of abetment to suicide and mental harassment.

The CBI has approached the Supreme Court seeking a stay on the Delhi high court's order suspending the sentence of expelled BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the Unnao rape case. The High Court had ruled that Sengar, convicted for raping a minor, was wrongly classified as a public servant.

Donald Trump has said he expects to talk with Vladimir Putin ‘soon’ Read Full Article at RT.com

Les deux frères ont été interpellés par les gendarmes le jour de Noël après avoir frappé un mécanicien de Afaahiti avec qui ils auraient eu un différend après une réparation avec leur véhicule.

Teresa Ribera has pushed back against US President Donald Trump’s demands to ease bloc digital and speech regulations Read Full Article at RT.com

A resolution of the Ukraine conflict is “really close” but Kiev and its European backers seek to “torpedo” it, Moscow has said Read Full Article at RT.com