The 89-year-old was helped on board the aircraft by five of her relatives who, witnesses say, told airline staff she was unwell and had fallen asleep.

With the Epstein files set to be released hours from now, here's what you should and should not expect to see. This historic disclosure comes after of infighting within the GOP over the issue.

Photos of a wooden box, allegedly used for student «time outs» at an elementary school in Akwesasne, drew shock and anger from parents this week and have prompted an investigation by the school district.

Germany’s central bank has urged budget restraint, warning that the deficit would reach record levels as Berlin continues militarization Read Full Article at RT.com

As the West retreats into commercial holiday minimalism, Russia elevates the Christmas season to an edifying public experience for millions. Read Full Article at RT.com

Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever has mocked Politico after the outlet branded him “Russia’s most valuable asset” Read Full Article at RT.com

A knife attacker killed at least three and injured nine others in Taiwan’s capital Taipei Read Full Article at RT.com

The Bank of Russia has lowered its key interest rate to 16%, saying the economy is returning to a “balanced growth” path Read Full Article at RT.com

A Vanity Fair interview with President Donald Trump’s chief of staff, a controversial social post about a Hollywood legend, and brusk remarks on the economy have put the cracks within Trump’s party on full display.

According to the latest IPC report, at least 1.6 million people, or 77% of the population, including over 100,000 children and 37,000 pregnant and breastfeeding women, are still facing high levels of acute food insecurity in the enclave

President of Russia’s National Badminton Federation Andrey Antropov was also put on the Mirotvorets database

According to the newspaper, London «will continue to work closely with the G7 and EU on Ukraine financing»

Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized that «both sides have to give and both sides have to get»

Marco Rubio commented on the prospects for resolving the Ukrainian crisis

One of the three Quebec City-area men accused of participating in terrorist activities has been granted bail. Simon Angers-Audet was released on Friday on the condition that he remain at his family home and update the RCMP on his movements.

Nine more drug companies announced “Most Favored Nation” deals with the White House, agreeing to discount drugs sold to the government and through TrumpRx.gov.

A bill introduced Thursday looks to revive a presidential power from the age of sail, by which Trump could issue letters of marque to modern-day privateers.

Brussels Fertilizer Limited (BFL), a fertilizer trading and distribution company based in Blantyre, is considering to establish a nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium (NPK) fertilizer manufacturing plant in Malawi. In a press statement, the company, which is based at Lunzu Thames industrial area, takes note that while there is a strong need to produce fertiliser locally […] The post Brussels Fertilizer Ltd plans to establish an NPK fertilizer manufacturing plant in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Pankin participated via on-line conference in the ministerial meeting of the Organization of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation

[Namibian] The rebel group which last week seized the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) city of Uvira say they have begun withdrawing, promising to complete the pullout on Thursday, following pressure from the United States (US).

[Monusco] On December 18, the Ndoromo military camp on the outskirts of Bunia held a closing ceremony for troops who recently completed an intensive training course designed to strengthen the operational capabilities of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC).

[New Times] United States Senator Lindsey Graham has said he is saddened to hear that AFC/M23 movement forces withdrawing from Uvira, a strategic town in eastern DR Congo that they had captured on December 10, are being attacked by the Congolese army coalition.

Security forces launched extensive cordon and search operations in Rajouri district's villages after reports of suspicious movement. Troops from Rashtriya Rifles, J&K Police, and Special Operations Group conducted aggressive searches from midnight Thursday to Friday evening. A similar operation occurred in Samba district's Mansar area on December 17.

PDP member Iltija Mufti filed a police complaint in Srinagar against Bihar CM Nitish Kumar for allegedly gesturing to an AYUSH graduate in a hijab to show her face. The complaint follows similar action by a Samajwadi Party spokesperson, with critics arguing the act undermines women's dignity and emboldens attackers.

Adventure tourism leaders have declared Jammu and Kashmir safe, urging the reopening of all tourist spots closed after the Pahalgam terror attack. The Adventure Tour Operators Association of India successfully held its convention in Srinagar, with members visiting popular destinations without incident. They emphasize J&K's potential as a premier adventure hub, promoting safe and sustainable tourism.

A special Pocso court sentenced a former headmaster and retired teacher of a school for the deaf to two years' rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting three students. The judge emphasized the betrayal of trust by those in positions of authority.

The Supreme Court quashed an FIR against a husband, stating that asking his wife to maintain an Excel sheet for household expenses does not constitute cruelty. The court emphasized that such domestic disputes often stem from the 'daily wear and tear' of marriage and should not be used to initiate criminal proceedings without specific evidence of harm.

William Rush, 31, celebrated his joy at becoming a parent, sharing pictures on social media of young Frankie who he described as 'my world'.

The St Ann police are investigating the death of a fisherman who was found on a reef line in the parish on Thursday. The deceased has been identified as 31-year-old Darran Grant of Roaring River district, St Ann. Grant’s body was observed on a...

Prime Minister, Dr Andrew Holness, is encouraging greater private-sector participation in the national recovery effort following Hurricane Melissa. He made the call while speaking during Thursday’s presentation of building supplies, valued $50...

The ban on vending in Water Square in Falmouth, Trelawny will be temporarily lifted between December 24 and 28, 2025, Councillor Garth Wilkinson of the Falmouth Division has announced. “The municipality, in an effort to provide a feel-good spirit...

Ce jeudi 18 décembre 2025, le tohua Te Tumu a tremblé. Il ne s'agit pas ici de chorégraphie, mais de tripes. Alors que la technique faisait des siennes, laissant les projecteurs braqués sur une scène qui réclamait l'obscurité, la délégation de Hiva Oa a balayé l'incident d'un revers de main. Ou plutôt, d'un coup de torche. Dans une démonstration de virilité brute et d'élégance solaire, ces enfants d'un bout de la Terre des Hommes ont prouvé que le Mana ne dépend pas d'un interrupteur.

Les représentants des deux chambres ont échoué, vendredi matin, à se mettre d'accord sur une version commune du projet de loi de finances pour 2026, en commission mixte paritaire. Le gouvernement doit déposer une loi spéciale pour contrer l'absence de budget au 1er janvier.

No official details about the US extradition request are available at this point

The reason behind this decision is an increase in the operational range of Russian drones, the source said