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

US presidential envoys and confidants Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner see Russia as a great investment opportunity, the WSJ has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

A UK teacher has reportedly been accused of radicalizing his students and forced to resign for showing videos of US President Donald Trump Read Full Article at RT.com

The Supreme Court, guided by a 'sixth sense,' intervened in a rape conviction case. Observing a consensual relationship that soured, the court facilitated a marriage between the convict and victim. Following their union and happy cohabitation, the apex court quashed the 10-year conviction, invoking its powers to deliver complete justice.

India's drug regulator has revoked the registration of QR 678-Neo, an anti-hair loss product. The cosmetic was illegally marketed online for treating medical conditions like post-chemotherapy hair loss and genetic baldness. This action by the CDSCO against M/s Esthetic Centers International Pvt Ltd serves as a stern warning to the booming cosmetic market about making unapproved therapeutic claims.

Generations-old trades now face uncertainty

In a significant political development, the BJP has secured its maiden mayoral victory in Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation. V V Rajesh, a seasoned party leader, clinched the top post with crucial support, marking the NDA's first governance of a city corporation in the state.

Prime Minister Modi lauded the Sahibzadas' supreme sacrifice as a testament to India's courage against religious fanaticism. He emphasized that their story, suppressed for decades due to a colonial mindset, is now being brought to the forefront.

Union home minister Amit Shah has called for a nationwide upgrade of anti-terror infrastructure, advocating for an «impenetrable anti-terrorism grid» and a common ATS structure across states. He also announced a «360-degree strike» plan against organised crime, emphasizing data sharing and technological integration to combat evolving threats and ensure future security.

Courts have ruled against Trump’s efforts to take security clearances away from opposing lawyers. The latest loss comes in a case involving lawyer Mark Zaid.

Explicitly sectarian religious messages for Christmas on official government social media accounts drew complaints from advocates for church-state separation.

No artificial deadlines will help here, Sergey Ryabkov said

The trade segment in Russia is constantly evolving on account of robotization and digitalization and the use of artificial intelligence, Denis Manturov said

The precious metal prices gained 8.86% to record-breaking $78.035 per Troy ounce

The target is 97% delivered for the time being, the press service of the customs authority said

According to Pavel Muraveiko, work to coordinate combat crews’ actions is currently underway

NATO head Mark Rutte has argued against any EU-led alternatives to the bloc, claiming it would leave European members worse off Read Full Article at RT.com

From stalled urban battles to collapsing strongholds, developments in December highlight Russia’s growing operational advantage Read Full Article at RT.com

Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are locked in a high-stakes strategic game, each trying to harness local crises to its advantage Read Full Article at RT.com

UK living standards are set to keep falling as the nation grapples with sustained high inflation and weak growth, according to a report Read Full Article at RT.com

Police have charged a 50-year-old bus conductor after a woman alleged she was lured to a house with a job offer and sexually assaulted in Old Harbour, St Catherine, in November 2019. Charged is Shalton Bailey, otherwise called ‘Owie’, of...

An investigation has been launched by the St Catherine Police Division following a double murder along March Pen Road in Spanish Town on Christmas Day. The victims have been identified as 30-year-old bar operator Shaniel Myers and 28-year-old...

An alleged suspect in the Christmas Day double murder along March Pen Road, Spanish Town, was shot dead early this morning during an alleged confrontation with police in St Catherine. The deceased has been identified as Damion McDonald, 43,...

The Denham Town police are investigating the murder of a man who was shot and killed in the area on Christmas Day. The deceased has been identified as Ricardo Ellis, 41, otherwise called 'Boyah' and 'Bozza,' of North Street, Kingston 14....

Valdimar Haukur Gíslason and his wife Edda Arnholtz spent Christmas Day without electricity at their home in Mýrar in Dýrafjörður. Valdimar says it turned out just fine and was actually rather cozy.

An NRI's viral post highlights a New York friend's surprise at India's rapid growth and affordability, particularly in healthcare, transport, and digital services. While acknowledging better air quality in the US, the visitor noted significantly lower costs for mobile, health insurance, and property taxes in India. The post sparked discussions on civic sense and the nuances of cost-of-living comparisons.

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin accused the BJP of trying to sow religious divisions, saying Tamil Nadu’s communal harmony “irritates” the party. He condemned attacks on Christians, highlighted interfaith unity, and expressed confidence that the DMK would be re-elected in 2026.

Leaders across India remembered former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on his first death anniversary. Singh, who served from 2004 to 2014, was hailed as a transformative leader who boosted India's economy. His contributions to the nation's development were acknowledged by political figures. Singh's legacy as an economist and a dedicated public servant continues to inspire.

EU countries decided to provide Ukraine with 90 billion euros in 2026-2027

Sergey Ryabkov said that it «depends on the other side's political will, especially since Kiev and its sponsors, particularly in the EU, who are not interested in an agreement, have redoubled their efforts to torpedo it»