A train derailment in southern Mexico injured at least 15 people and halted traffic on a key rail line connecting the Pacific Ocean and Gulf of Mexico.

Zelenskyy meets US President Trump in Miami to discuss a peace plan, security guarantees, and Donbas issues as part of efforts to halt the Ukraine Russia war.

Bangladesh rejects Indian criticism of minority violence as isolated crimes, emphasising peaceful coexistence and lawful action while addressing diplomatic tensions.

Myanmar conducts a phased national vote amid violence, bans on major parties, and international scrutiny over legitimacy and humanitarian impact.

The National Citizen Party faces internal dissent over a proposed alliance with Jamaat-e-Islami ahead of the February elections in Bangladesh.

As Gaza braces for winter rain, displaced families struggle in makeshift tents while awaiting updates on ceasefire talks.

Peter Hotez attributes Texas measles outbreaks to policy failures and vaccine advocacy gaps, urging improved vaccination strategies.

A 6.7 magnitude quake southeast of Taipei prompts damage checks and transport reviews; India reports no tsunami threat. Updates cover aftershocks and regional monitoring.

China demonstrates ultra-high-speed superconducting maglev reaching 700 km/h on a 400 metre track, highlighting advances in maglev technology and potential benefits for future transport, aviation and space applications

One very lucky lottery player from the US state of Arkansas hit the ultimate jackpot on Christmas Eve. Christmas will never be the same again!

A Hindu man was lynched in Bangladesh over alleged extortion, raising concerns about safety for minority communities in the region.

Five people died when a rescue helicopter crashed on Mount Kilimanjaro near Barafu Camp during a medical evacuation. Officials note high altitude risks and ongoing investigations into flight operations and weather factors.

Overview of the Vishnu statue dispute on the Thailand-Cambodia border, detailing sovereignty claims, security operations, and diplomatic responses from Bangkok and Phnom Penh.

Explore how evergreens shaped winter rituals and how the Christmas tree evolved through culture, religion, and modern lighting and farming practices.

Officials from Thailand and Cambodia begin four days of border talks as deadly clashes displace civilians and strain a fragile truce. The meeting is the first after fruitless efforts to reinstate a ceasefire.

Police in South Africa arrest 11 individuals linked to a mass shooting at a pub that resulted in 10 fatalities, including illegal miners.

Canadian police issue a nationwide arrest warrant for Abdul Ghafoori in the death of Himanshi Khurana, while Epstein file releases illuminate cross-border connections and public figure references.

A leaked segment from 60 Minutes on Trump's immigration policy raises concerns over journalistic independence and migrant treatment in El Salvador.

Bangladesh's government pledges support for the family of Dipu Das, a Hindu worker killed on blasphemy charges, ensuring financial and welfare assistance.

Colombia's government declares an economic emergency to raise taxes by decree, addressing financial challenges in healthcare and military funding.

The president said the new "Trump class" Navy vessels will be the largest in the history of the US. Trump wants to boost American shipbuilding as China expands its maritime fleet.

Violence escalates in Syria as Turkish officials visit Damascus ahead of a Kurdish integration deadline, resulting in civilian casualties.

Explore atmospheric rivers, their origins, impacts on weather, and significance for precipitation and water supplies.

A federal judge scrutinises the government's trustworthiness regarding Kilmar Abrego Garcia's immigration custody and deportation status.

Hundreds honour Ella Cook, a Brown University sophomore killed in a shooting, during a heartfelt funeral in Alabama.