Trump-backed Honduran Candidate Wins Presidential Election Amid Global News Headlines
Palestinian Hunger Strikers Resolve to Continue Action Amid Bethlehem Celebrations
Remaining Palestine Action hunger strikers vow to persist, while for Palestinian Christians, the return of Christmas celebrations in Bethlehem symbolizes renewed hope and solidarity.
- Remaining Palestine Action hunger strikers have the resolve to continue, families say — Sky News
- For Palestinian Christians, return of Bethlehem celebrations mark opportunity to revive hope — Sky News
- Fourth Palestine Action detainee pauses hunger strike — Sky News
UK Social Media Campaigners Denied US Visas
Five UK-based social media campaigners were among five individuals denied US visas, according to BBC News reports.
- UK social media campaigners among five denied US visas — BBC News
- UK campaigners among five denied US visas — BBC News
Democratic lawmaker sues to remove Trump’s name from Kennedy Center; board member silenced
A Democratic board member and a lawmaker are suing to have former President Donald Trump’s name removed from the Kennedy Center honors due to allegations of silencing during a vote.
- Democratic lawmaker sues to remove Trump’s name from Kennedy Center — BBC News
- Democratic board member muted during Kennedy Center vote sues to remove Trump’s name — BBC News
Trump-backed candidate Nasry Asfura wins Honduran presidential election
In a closely contested presidential election in Honduras, Trump-backed candidate Nasry Asfura secured victory over her rivals despite the political influence of former US President Donald Trump. The race was described as ‘knife-edge’, reflecting the nation’s deep divisions and contentious campaign.
- Trump-backed candidate Nasry Asfura wins Honduras presidential election — BBC News
- Trump-backed candidate wins in knife-edge Honduran election — BBC News
Bomb Blast in Packed Nigerian Mosque Kills Five
A bomb blast occurred in a crowded mosque in Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of five people. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns and sectarian tensions in the region.
- Bomb blast in Nigeria’s packed mosque kills five — BBC News
- Bomb blast in packed Nigerian mosque kills five — BBC News
Officials Discover a Million More Documents Linked to Epstein Case
US authorities uncover over one million additional documents potentially connected to the Jeffrey Epstein case, expanding ongoing investigations.
- Officials discover a million more documents potentially related to Epstein case — BBC News
- US authorities discover a million more Epstein documents, officials say — BBC News
Ukraine Seeks New Peace Amid Deadly Moscow Bombing, US Agrees to Updated 20-Point Plan
In light of a recent deadly bombing in Moscow, Ukraine and the US have reached an updated 20-point peace plan. Ukrainian President Zelensky indicated a possible withdrawal from the East could be part of negotiations.
- Ukraine and US agree new peace plan after Moscow hit by another deadly bombing — Sky News
- Zelensky says Ukrainian withdrawal from the East possible in latest peace plan — BBC News
Boat Slides ‘Like Titanic’ into Huge Hole After Canal Collapse
A boat fell into a massive hole in the canal embankment near Whitchurch, sliding like the Titanic after a significant collapse.
- Video shows boat sliding ‘like Titanic’ into huge hole after canal collapse — Sky News
- Boat slides ‘like Titanic’ into huge hole after canal collapse — Sky News
Kate and Princess Charlotte Surprise Audiences with Piano Duet During Christmas Carol Service
During the annual Christmas Eve carol service, Kate Middleton and her granddaughter Princess Charlotte surprised attendees by performing a spontaneous piano duet, delighting audiences.
- Kate and Princess Charlotte perform surprise piano duet for Christmas Eve show — Sky News
- Kate and Princess Charlotte perform surprise piano duet for Christmas show — Sky News
Ukraine Peace Plan Seeks Demilitarized Zones and Potential Eastern Withdrawal
President Zelensky’s latest peace proposal envisions demilitarized buffer zones in eastern Ukraine, allowing for phased withdrawal from conflict areas. The plan aims to create a secure corridor enabling safe passage of civilians while reducing hostilities between Ukrainian government forces and Russian-backed separatists.