Ukraine Proposes Demilitarized Zones in Peace Plan Amidst Growing Conflict with Russia
Ukraine’s Zelensky Proposes Demilitarized Zones and Possible Withdrawal from East in Peace Plan
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine has outlined a peace plan that includes the possibility of Ukrainian withdrawal from occupied eastern regions, moving towards the establishment of demilitarized zones. The proposal reflects ongoing efforts to negotiate a ceasefire and territorial adjustments as part of ending Russia’s invasion.
- Zelensky says Ukrainian withdrawal from the East possible in latest peace plan — BBC News
- Zelensky moves towards demilitarised zones in latest peace plan for Ukraine — BBC News
- Latest peace plan offers possible Ukrainian withdrawal from east, Zelensky says — BBC News
Two Dead in Pennsylvania Nursing Home Explosions
A series of explosions at a nursing home in Pennsylvania have claimed two lives, highlighting the dangers faced by vulnerable residents during emergencies.
- Two police officers killed in explosion in Moscow — BBC News
- Two dead in Pennsylvania nursing home explosion — BBC News
- Two dead after Pennsylvania nursing home explosions — BBC News
Email from ‘Balmoral’ Seeks Ghislaine Maxwell’s Help for Epstein: Inappropriate Friends
An email purportedly sent by an associate of Jeffrey Epstein to Ghislaine Maxwell through Balmoral Holdings seeks assistance in obtaining ‘inappropriate friends’, as revealed in newly released files.
- ‘Inappropriate friends’ email from ‘Balmoral’ among Epstein release — BBC News
- Email by ‘A’ from ‘Balmoral’ asked Ghislaine Maxwell for ‘inappropriate friends’, Epstein files show — BBC News
Fourth Palestine Action hunger striker ends protest after 50 days
The fourth Palestinian detained by the Fourth Palestine Action has ended their 50-day hunger strike, while four other protesters from the group continue with the protest.
- Fourth Palestine Action detainee pauses hunger strike — Sky News
- Fourth Palestine Action hunger striker ends protest after 50 days — BBC News
UK social media campaigners among five denied US visas
A group of UK-based social media campaigners were among five individuals denied entry to the United States due to visa restrictions, according to a BBC News report published on December 24, 2025.
- UK campaigners among five denied US visas — BBC News
- UK social media campaigners among five denied US visas — BBC News
UK Backs Down on Farm Tax Measures Amid Political Pressure
The UK government has withdrawn plans for new farm tax reforms after facing criticism from farmers and opposition parties, signaling a shift in policy direction.
- Starmer backs down in farm tax row – but why now? — BBC News
- US denies visas to ex-EU commissioner and others over social media rules — BBC News
‘Hero’ Boy Saves Mum Fainting at the Wheel on Christmas Trip
A young boy heroically saved his mother when she fainted while driving during an ill-fated Christmas trip, preventing a potential tragedy.
- ‘Hero’ boy saves mum at the wheel on ill-fated Christmas trip — BBC News
- ‘Hero’ boy saves mum who fainted at the wheel on Christmas trip — BBC News
Children and Families Spend a Unique Christmas in Hospital
Sky News reports on how children and their families are spending an atypical holiday season while staying in hospital, highlighting the challenges and efforts to make it memorable.
- The children and families spending a ‘different’ Christmas in hospital — Sky News
- The Papers: ‘Find me some ‘friends” and ‘Scrap farm raid’ — BBC News
New Epstein Files Reveal Balmoral Email, Trump Mishap and Potential Co-Conspirators
Newly released Epstein files shed light on a mysterious email from ‘Balmoral’ to ‘A’, Donald Trump’s recent trip mishap, and identifies up to 10 potential co-conspirators involved in the case.
- New Epstein files detail email by ‘A’ from ‘Balmoral’, Trump trips and possible co-conspirators — BBC News
- Trump trips, a fake video and 10 possible co-conspirators – Takeaways from new Epstein files — BBC News
Will it be a White Christmas? Here’s What to Expect
Sky News forecasts the possibility of a white Christmas, analyzing weather conditions and historical patterns for the festive season.
- Will it be a white Christmas? Here’s what to expect — Sky News
- Christmas Day weather forecast – but will it be a white one? — Sky News
High Street Banking Giants Compete for £2.5bn Wealth Manager Evelyn
Sky News reports that major high street banks are vying for a significant share of the £2.5 billion wealth management sector through their efforts to acquire or partner with the prestigious firm Evelyn.