A Christmas Day temperature record was broken overnight when 19.7°C was measured in Bakkagerði in Borgarfjörður Eystri just before 2 a.m.
Beijing’s ban on obscene content on messaging apps reportedly aims to protect children rather than target sexting adults Read Full Article at RT.com
Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent New Year greetings to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in a telegram, noting growing partnership Read Full Article at RT.com
The political scion and BNP party head has arrived in a country torn by violence and ruled by an interim government ahead of elections Read Full Article at RT.com
Rodion Miroshnik added that it remains unclear what the first point of Zelensky’s plan, intended to affirm Ukraine’s sovereignty, actually means
The yuan-to-ruble rate fell 10 kopecks to 11.03 rubles
[Nile Post] Two goals deep into second-half added time gave Burkina Faso a stunning comeback win over 10-man Equatorial Guinea in Group E at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
[Dabanga] Sudanile / Sudan Media Forum -- What is left for the Sudanese citizen to pay for the accursed war between the army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF)? His life, his morals, his children's education, his health, his displacement within his country or his dispersal in exile?
[The Conversation Africa] Museums and universities around the world hold vast collections of cultural artefacts, artworks, objectified belongings and even ancestral remains. Many were not freely given but taken during colonial times, through force, manipulation, theft or violence. For decades, they have sat in storerooms and display cases, classified into categories like anthropology, natural history or ethnology, separated from the people and communities to whom they once belonged.
According to the sources, the measure is based on the principle of reciprocity
The collaboration is expected to generate approximately $1.2 million in annual revenue
Vladimir Zelensky did not disclose the content of the conversation
The 2026 UEFA Congress is set to take place in Brussels on February 12 and the 2026 FIFA Congress is slated to be held on April 30 in Canada’s Vancouver
Florian Philippot also called for France to leave the European Union as soon as possible in order to protect freedom of speech
India’s Reliance Industries has reportedly resumed purchases of discounted Russian crude, sourcing barrels from non-sanctioned suppliers Read Full Article at RT.com
Pyongyang has published fresh images its new nuclear-powered vessel as Kim Jong Un has condemned South Korea’s rival submarine program Read Full Article at RT.com
Moscow contacted Paris regarding French citizen jailed in Russia Read Full Article at RT.com
The head of Ushkuynik named the factors that contribute to this phenomenon
According to analysts, 60 new international brands have entered the Russian market since the beginning of 2023
According to the statement, such dynamics reflects in particular the successful adaptation of the economy to the sanction pressure, growth of domestic production
Maria Zakharova added that another EU's declaration shows no sign of a serious analysis of the law of the sea or its applications in specific circumstances
Minister Dubravka Djedovic-Handanovic stressed that the Serbian government is committed to creating conditions that will allow NIS to continue operating «regardless of how long it takes to complete the transaction» between MOL and the company's Russian shareholders
The Army has tightened social media rules for personnel, allowing only passive viewing on platforms like Instagram and X. Meanwhile, a top Maoist leader with a Rs 1.2 crore bounty was killed in Odisha. Union Minister Gadkari recalled meeting Hamas leader Haniyeh before his assassination.
Thailand defended demolishing a Vishnu statue near the Cambodian border, citing security and administration. India expressed strong disapproval, calling the act disrespectful to Hindu sentiments. Cambodia confirmed the statue was on its territory and condemned the destruction, amidst ongoing border clashes that have claimed numerous lives
Right-wing groups Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad protested outside a Bareilly church on Christmas Eve, alleging objectionable portrayals of Hinduism. Reciting the Hanuman Chalisa, they claimed Christmas events hurt Hindu sentiments. Police are investigating after the groups submitted a memorandum demanding action against alleged misleading depictions of religious conversion and Hindu society.
Karnataka deputy CM DK Shivakumar met Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge to discuss the new law replacing MGNREGA, denying any political talks. He reaffirmed his commitment as a lifetime party worker and announced plans for a movement to protect rural development. The Congress Working Committee will meet on December 27 to deliberate on the issue.
Delhi's air quality saw a welcome improvement for the second day, moving from 'severe' to 'poor' levels. While some areas experienced 'moderate' air, others remained in 'poor' or 'very poor' categories. Vehicular emissions and neighbouring NCR districts were identified as major pollution sources. Forecasts suggest a potential return to 'very poor' conditions soon.
The Russian ruble has outperformed all major currencies in 2025, according to Bloomberg Read Full Article at RT.com
Le 24 décembre 2025, Méa a offert à son public le clip très attendu de son nouveau single « More Money », en collaboration avec le jeune artiste Vado. Un titre qui vient clôturer une année particulièrement riche pour cette révélation urbaine gabonaise. Méa a fait ses premiers pas officiels il y a moins de sept mois, sous la bannière d'Eben Entertainment, label historique dirigé par Éric Amar Benquet, déterminé à redonner un souffle nouveau à la scène urbaine gabonaise. L'artiste s'est (...) - ARTS & CULTURE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON
Beijing has commented on a Pentagon report that alleged it was trying to prevent relations between New Delhi and Washington from “deepening” Read Full Article at RT.com
As African agency grows, the continent is playing an increasingly important role in global processes Read Full Article at RT.com
