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Lebanon’s power shift: Hezbollah disarmament amid regional tensions

In 2025, the shockwaves from the conflict between Israel and Iran have been keenly felt in Lebanon. It's become a front line in hostilities. And that's brought a shift in the balance of power within Lebanon.

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Far-right politics gaining influence across Europe

Far-right politics have pushed further into the mainstream across much of Europe. Populist parties, even in opposition, are shaping national debates on migration and the economy. The trend reflects growing voter frustration over living c...

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Kyiv residents fear escalation amid Zelenskyy-Trump peace talks

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is set to discuss a new peace plan draft with U.S. President Trump in Florida on Sunday (December 28). However, fresh Russian attacks on Kyiv have left a third of the city without power, undermining local co...

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Top 10 natural disasters cost over $120 billion in 2025, report says

A report has sought to catalogue some of the most significant extreme weather events of the year. UK charity Christian Aid found that heatwaves are pushing the limits of human adaptation, hurricanes and typhoons are breaking records, and...

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Italian cuisine gets UNESCO status

UNESCO recognized Italian cooking as an "intangible cultural heritage." It's a recognition that is accompanied by a challenge: to protect local products - a symbol of Italian excellence - against imitations, counterfeits and fake products.

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Greenlanders react to appointment of U.S. special envoy to Greenland

Greenlanders react to U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of the appointment of Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, a Republican, as Special Envoy to Greenland.

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Fresh clashes reported in eastern DRC town of Uvira

Hopes of peace in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo are fading after new clashes erupted in Uvira on Friday.

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Backlash against Israel over recognition of Somaliland

Somalia is leading a growing international backlash against Israel over its recognition of Somaliland as an independent state.

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UK restricts DRC visas over migrant return row

A row between the United Kingdom and the Democratic Republic of the Congo has escalated over what London calls Kinshasa’s refusal to cooperate with its new policy of returning undocumented migrants and people convicted of crimes.

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No weak teams at AFCON, Egypt's head coach says ahead of Angola match

As Egypt readies to take on Angola at the Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday, the team’s head coach has played down expectations of victory, saying that there’s no such things as a sure win at the continental tournament.

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Italian police arrest nine, seize €8 million in Hamas financing probe

Investigators said the money also supported families of people involved in suicide attacks or imprisoned for terrorism offences, which prosecutors argued strengthened Hamas' operational capacity.

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Central African Republic: Russian-backed Touadera seeks third term

Voters in the Central African Republic take to the polls in unprecedented quadruple elections, combining the presidential, legislative, regional, and municipal ballots. Incumbent, Russian-backed President Faustin-Archange Touadera is see...

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Russian drones, missiles pound Kyiv ahead of Zelenskiy-Trump meeting

Russia attacked Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine with hundreds of missiles and drones on Saturday, ahead of what President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said would be a crucial meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump to work out a plan to end near...

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Brigitte Bardot, France's 'legend of the century', has died

French actor Brigitte Bardot has died aged 91, her foundation said on Sunday (December 28). She shot to international fame dancing the mambo barefoot in "And God Created Woman," her tousled hair and fierce energy radiating a sexual magne...

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Top news headlines of 2025 month-by-month

From political upheavals and gun violence to the first American-born pope, "Sunday Morning" host Jane Pauley looks back at key events of a transformative year.

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MetroCard art: Swiping beauty from the mundane

On December 31, New York City will officially retire the transit system's MetroCard, that ubiquitous piece of plastic used to gain entrance onto subways and buses. But there is beauty in using MetroCards as the raw materials for art, as ...

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Central African Republic voters head to polls

Central Africans are heading to the polls on December 28 to choose national, regional, and municipal lawmakers. Incumbent President Faustin-Archange Touadera, whose campaign focused on stability and security, is also seeking reelection f...

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Zelenskyy meets Canadian PM ahead of Trump talks

En route to Florida for talks with U.S. President Donald Trump on ending the war, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stopped to meet Canada's Prime Minister. Mark Carney pledged $1.8 billion in economic aid.

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Myanmar votes in low-opposition election under junta control

Myanmar has started voting in its first election since the military ousted the civilian government in 2021. Turnout has been low in the first of three phases of the general election, held under tight restrictions.

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Canadian navy exploring amphibious landing ship concepts

Canada is ramping up defence spending, and the Royal Canadian Navy is looking at how it can efficiently move equipment and personnel through the Arctic. The CBC’s Murray Brewster shares more on the plans.

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Ronaldo leads Al Nasser to tenth straight win in Saudi Pro League

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Al Nasser defeated Al Akhdod 3-0, setting a new Saudi Pro League record with ten consecutive victories.

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Al-Ittihad defeated Al-Shabaab 2-0

Al-Ittihad defeated Al-Shabaab 2-0 at King Abdullah Sports City, marking their first back-to-back league wins since September. Goals from Ahmed Al-Ghamdi and Steven Bergwijn secured the result.

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Minnesota Wild rally late to secure overtime win against Winnipeg Jets

The Minnesota Wild overcame a late deficit to defeat the Winnipeg Jets in overtime at Canada Life Centre. Key goals from Mats Zuccarello and Matt Boldy sealed the comeback victory.

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Carolina Hurricanes snap losing streak with dominant win over Detroit

The Carolina Hurricanes ended a three-game losing streak by defeating the Detroit Red Wings in a commanding performance. Key contributions from multiple players helped Carolina regain momentum and maintain their lead in the Metropolitan ...

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Brett Lee inducted into Australian Cricket Hall of Fame

Brett Lee, renowned for his fast bowling, has been inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame. Lee reflected on his journey, which included overcoming a serious back injury early in his career.

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Thailand and Cambodia agree on ceasefire to end weeks of deadly fighting

A ceasefire is now in place between Cambodia and Thailand after weeks of cross-border fighting. But with nearly a million civilians displaced and trust in short supply, the focus now is on whether the guns will stay silent.

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Russia launches major strikes on Ukraine's Kyiv ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy talks

Russia has launched one of its largest attacks on Ukraine in recent months firing a barrage of drones and missiles on Kyiv and other regions. The attack comes just hours before President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet President Trump...

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Russia, Ukraine trade blame of not wanting peace

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia doesn't want peace after Moscow launched one of its largest attacks in recent months. Russia's president has dismissed Zelenskyy’s efforts saying the Ukrainian leadership is in no hurry...

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Venezuelans in Colombia fear escalation as U.S pressures Maduro

The increased US military pressure on Venezuela has left millions in the region on edge, especially among Venezuelans living in Colombia. Washington has been seizing oil tankers and launching strikes on alleged drug traffickers off the V...

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Sudan faces world’s worst humanitarian crisis as war and aid cuts intensify

Aid agencies say the humanitarian crisis in Sudan has deepened this year. The conflict between the army and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces shows no sign of ending and more people are streaming to displacement camps.

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Benin secure their first-ever AFCON victory with a 1-0 win over Botswana

Benin secured their first-ever victory at the Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday in front of a vibrant crowd of supporters at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.

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Thailand and Cambodia halt fierce border conflict with truce

Thailand and Cambodia ended weeks of fierce border clashes on Saturday with a second ceasefire in recent months in the worst fighting in years between the Southeast Asian nations.

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Morocco begin AFCON 2025 with statement win over Comoros

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is officially underway, and host nation Morocco have made a winning start on home soil.

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Powerful winter storm brings heavy snow to Northeast

The storm that hit the Northeast this weekend dropped up to a foot of snow in some areas. New York City saw its highest level of snowfall in nearly four years, and the region's three major airports experienced significant delays and disr...

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What happens to your returned holiday gifts?

The National Retail Federation estimates that 17% of holiday purchases will be sent back. Andres Gutierrez reports on what happens to unwanted gifts after they're returned to retailers.

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Russia launches massive attack on Ukraine ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meeting

For approximately 10 hours Saturday, Russia attacked the Ukrainian capital city of Kyiv with about 500 drones and 40 missiles. The attack comes one day before before Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets with President Trump in M...

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Canada announces $2.5B in aid for Ukraine

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met today in Halifax to discuss economic aid amid the Russia-Ukraine war. This comes ahead of Zelenskyy’s plans to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss a ...

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Trump establishing a hard line on foreign policy

During his first year back in power, President Trump has used American military might to send messages to adversaries abroad. On Christmas Day, Mr. Trump ordered a strike on ISIS militants in Nigeria, which came about one week after the ...

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U.S. could soon turn to South Korea for a vital mineral

Nestled deep in the mountains of South Korea, in a remote part of the country's east, is one of the world's largest deposits of tungsten, a critical mineral the U.S. desperately needs for its defense. As Anna Coren shows, a newly reopene...

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Great whites and humans now 'closer than ever'

On the sunny beaches of Southern California, surfers and swimmers often share the waves, with sharks. Researchers reveal that encounters with great white sharks are more common than you might think.

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