Nine arrested in Italy for allegedly raising millions for Hamas
Police say the suspects raised around €7m (£6m) for the militant group over more than two years.
Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire begins after weeks of deadly clashes
Almost one million people were displaced when hostilities resumed earlier this month after the first truce broke.
One general, one mathematician: The men competing for power in two African elections
The leaders of Guinea and the Central African Republic aim to consolidate power after Sunday’s polls.
Baba Vanga warns of ‘Putin’s downfall’ in 2026 amid chilling World War Three fears
Bulgarian mystic Baba Vanga’s 2026 predictions include World War Three, climate catastrophes, AI transformation, and alien encounters. The blind prophet’s forecasts also cover major geopolitical
Police arrested 201 men in a raid on an alleged “gay spa.” A judge released them all.
A raid by Malaysian authorities on an alleged “gay spa” in the capital city of Kuala Lumpur late last month saw over 200 individuals arrested
What we have learned about neuroscience in 2025
Researchers studying the human brain shared a lot of fascinating research this year, like how to keep brains young and how to reduce inflammation in
ADHD drugs may work indirectly to boost attention
Drugs like Adderall and Ritalin appear to help children with ADHD by activating brain areas involved in alertness and motivation. (Image credit: Benjamin Kay)
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‘White stuff is coming, NYC!’: New York prepares as snowstorms forecast to hit
New York is bracing for what could be its biggest snowfall in years.
A year on, Israel still holds Gaza doctor Hussam Abu Safia without charge
Abu Safia’s health has deteriorated considerably since he was taken by Israeli soldiers.
Video: Nigerians in village bombed by US describe what happened
‘Debris was burning’. Nigerians have described what they witnessed in US strikes on the town of Jabo.
Russia hammers Ukraine’s capital ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meeting
Zelenskyy accuses Russia’s leadership of using ‘every opportunity’ to inflict ‘greater suffering’ on Ukraine.
Trump’s claim he moved 100K books demolished by author: ‘Haven’t seen anything’
President Tweety McTreason bragged this week that his endorsement caused sales to skyrocket on a book — but even the author of that book is