Ukraine Targets Russian Oil Refinery; Trump Backer Wins Honduran Race Amid Christmas Events
Ukraine Strikes Key Russian Oil Refinery, Officials Confirm
British missiles were used in an attack on a major Russian oil refinery by Ukrainian forces. The strike is part of intensified conflict following recent Moscow bombings.
- Ukraine hits major Russian oil refinery with British missiles, officials say — Sky News
- Ukraine and US agree new peace plan after Moscow hit by another deadly bombing — Sky News
Royal Family attends Christmas Day church service and greets crowds
Members of the Royal Family attended a Christmas Day church service at Sandringham, accompanied by Andrew’s daughters. Following the service, they were seen greeting well-wishers outside.
- 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 and Archbishop of Canterbury Call for Unity Amid Gaza Crisis and Immigration Challenges in Christmas Sermons
In their first Christmas addresses, Pope Leo and the new Archbishop of Canterbury both urge their congregations to seek peace and reconciliation in the face of ongoing conflicts and global challenges. The Pope calls for ‘courage’ to end the war in Ukraine, while the Archbishop emphasizes compassion and solidarity with refugees amidst rising immigration tensions across Europe.
- 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
Turkey arrests 115 ISIS suspects planning New Year’s attacks
Turkish authorities have detained 115 suspected members of the Islamic State group who were allegedly planning terrorist attacks in Turkey during the upcoming New Year celebrations.
- Turkey arrests 115 IS suspects ‘planning New Year’s attacks’ — BBC News
- Turkey detains 115 IS suspects ‘planning New Year’s attacks’ — BBC News
Democratic Board Member Seeks Removal of Trump’s Name from Kennedy Center After Muted Vote
A Democratic board member who was silenced during a vote to remove Donald Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center has filed a lawsuit seeking its removal. The incident occurred when the individual was attempting to voice objections, but was muted by the chairperson.
- 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 emerges victorious in Honduran presidential race
In a closely contested election, Trump-endorsed candidate Nasry Asfura secures victory over her rivals in Honduras’ presidential 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 blast at a crowded mosque in Nigeria has killed five people, according to the BBC News report.
- Bomb blast in Nigeria’s packed mosque kills five — BBC News
- Bomb blast in packed Nigerian mosque kills five — BBC News
Palestinian Christians Rediscover Hope Through Return of Bethlehem Celebrations
For Palestinian Christians, the return of Christmas celebrations in Bethlehem represents a renewed opportunity to reconnect with their heritage and instill hope in a future of peace and reconciliation.
- 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
Christmas Duets and Reunited Families: A Season of Music and Hope
Catherine and Charlotte delighted audiences at a Christmas carol concert with a piano duet, while families rejoiced over the safe return of kidnapped Nigerian schoolchildren in time for the holiday season.
- Catherine and Charlotte perform piano duet for Christmas carol concert — BBC News
- ‘This Christmas will be different’: Families reunited with kidnapped schoolchildren — Sky News
US Authorities Discover Over a Million Epstein Documents
US officials announce discovery of over one million documents potentially linked to the Jeffrey Epstein case, expanding ongoing investigations into his alleged activities.
- 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
Boat Slides ‘Like Titanic’ into Massive Hole After Canal Collapse
A canal boat dramatically slid into a large hole after an embankment collapse near Whitchurch, as captured in video footage.
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