Dozens Killed in Devastating Fire at Swiss Alps Bar During New Year’s Eve Celebration
CRANS-MONTANA, Switzerland — In the early hours of New Year’s Day, a catastrophic fire erupted at Le Constellation, a popular bar nestled…
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France to Ban Social Media Use for Children Under 15 Starting in 2026
PARIS, France — France is set to implement a nationwide ban on social media use for children under the age of 15…
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China Imposes 13% Tax on Contraceptives Amid Population Decline Concerns
BEIJING — On January 1, 2026, China implemented a 13% value-added tax (VAT) on contraceptives, including condoms and birth control pills, a…
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Venezuela Detains More Americans as Trump Administration Intensifies Pressure on Maduro
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The number of American citizens detained in Venezuela has increased in recent months, reflecting escalating tensions between the Trump…
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Iran Launches Three Satellites with Russian Rockets, Cementing Strategic Alliance
MOSCOW — In a significant demonstration of their growing partnership, Iran successfully launched three domestically designed satellites into orbit aboard a Russian…
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U.S. Strikes in Syria Reveal ISIS Resurgence Amid Ongoing Chaos
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a stark reminder that the Islamic State remains a potent threat despite years of claims about its defeat,…
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Eurostar Resumes London Services After Channel Tunnel Power Failure Disrupts Travel
LONDON, England — Eurostar has begun gradually restoring services to and from London following a significant disruption caused by power supply failures…
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UK Counterterrorism Police Probe Egyptian-British Activist Following Starmer’s Controversial Welcome
LONDON, England — British counterterrorism authorities have launched an assessment of historical social media posts by Egyptian-British activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah, whose…
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Expert Dismisses Russian Claims of Ukrainian Drone Attack on Putin’s Residence as Implausible
MOSCOW — Claims by Russian authorities that Ukrainian forces launched a drone attack targeting President Vladimir Putin’s residence have been met with…
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China Launches Largest Military Drills Near Taiwan in Eight Months Amid Rising Tensions
TAIPEI, Taiwan — China has initiated its most extensive military encirclement of Taiwan in eight months, conducting large-scale live-fire exercises that included…