US Judge Blocks Detention of UK Social Media Campaigner Amid Global Conflicts and Events
US Judge Blocks Detention of British Social Media Campaigner
A US judge has temporarily blocked the detention of a prominent British social media campaigner, whose case had sparked international concern over potential extradition and legal proceedings.
- US judge blocks detention of British social media campaigner — BBC News
- US authorities discover a million more Epstein documents, officials say — BBC News
US Launches Deadly Strikes Against Islamic State in Nigeria Amid Conflict With Christians
The US carried out airstrikes against Islamic State militants in northern Nigeria, targeting those who had previously attacked Christian communities. President Trump described the militants as ‘scum’, emphasizing their violent attacks on Christians.
- US launches deadly strikes against Islamic State in Nigeria, says Trump — BBC News
- US launches airstrikes on Islamic State “scum” in Nigeria who targeted Christians, Trump says — Sky News
- US carries out airstrikes on Islamic State “scum” in Nigeria who targeted Christians, Trump says — Sky News
Royal Family attends Christmas Day church service with Andrew’s daughters
The Royal Family, including members joined by Prince Andrew’s daughters, attended a Christmas Day church service at Sandringham.
- In Pictures: The Royal Family attend Christmas Day church service – joined by Andrew’s daughters — Sky News
- Royal Family greet crowds after Christmas Day service — BBC News
- Royal Family gather for Christmas service at Sandringham — BBC News
Pope Leo Urges ‘Courage’ to End Ukraine War; Canterbury Archbishop Makes Pleas on Gaza and Immigration in Christmas Sermons
In his first Christmas address, Pope Leo implores for courage to end the war in Ukraine. Meanwhile, new Archbishop of Canterbury makes pleas over issues of immigration and conflict in Gaza during his inaugural sermon.
- Pope and new Archbishop of Canterbury make pleas over Gaza and immigration in Christmas sermons — Sky News
- Pope Leo urges ‘courage’ to end Ukraine war in first Christmas address — BBC News
‘Tyranny is booming’: Jimmy Kimmel targets Trump in alternative Christmas message
US talk show host Jimmy Kimmel delivers an alternative Christmas message targeting President Trump, criticizing what he calls ‘tyranny’ under his administration.
- ‘Tyranny is booming’: Jimmy Kimmel targets Trump in alternative Christmas message — Sky News
- US talk show host targets Trump in alternative Christmas message — Sky News
India’s Solar Energy Expansion Faces Hidden Waste Challenges
A BBC News report highlights the growing waste management crisis in India due to rapid solar panel deployment, as discarded panels create environmental and health hazards.
- India’s solar boom faces a hidden waste problem — BBC News
- Indonesians raise white flags as anger grows over slow flood aid — BBC News
Ukraine Targets Crucial Russian Oil Refinery with British Missiles
Ukrainian forces have struck a major Russian oil refinery using missiles supplied by the UK, disrupting key oil production and supply lines in the ongoing conflict.
Turkey arrests 115 ISIS suspects preparing New Year’s attacks
Turkish authorities have arrested 115 suspected members of the Islamic State (ISIS) who were allegedly planning terrorist attacks on Turkey during the upcoming New Year celebrations. The arrests come after an extensive security operation, with intelligence suggesting the plotters had been coordinating their plans for months.
- Turkey arrests 115 IS suspects ‘planning New Year’s attacks’ — BBC News
- Turkey detains 115 IS suspects ‘planning New Year’s attacks’ — BBC News
Trump-backed Candidate Nasry Asfura Wins Honduras Presidential Election Amid Close Race
In a tight Honduran presidential election, Trump-backed candidate Nasry Asfura emerged victorious after securing a narrow win against the frontrunner in a knife-edge contest.
- 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 explosion at a crowded mosque in Nigeria resulted in the deaths of five people.