China launched the Sichuan, its largest amphibious assault ship, designed to launch fighter jets and support global naval operations.
Kīlauea Volcano on Hawaii Island paused its eruption on December 26 after days of intense activity, including high lava fountains.
Climate change has extended Türkiye’s tea harvest into December, marking a shift in the country’s agricultural season.
On the 20th anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, survivors and families across Southeast and South Asia gathered to honour the 230,000 victims. Memorials were held in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, and Thailand, where emotional tributes and prayers were offered.
A car crashed into a school gate in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, killing two people and injuring at least 10 others, including children, parents, and a food vendor. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was found to be heavily intoxicated at the time of the incident.
A crowd gathered at Hiraoka Shrine in Osaka for a Shinto ritual Monday, laughing for 20 minutes to wash away bad memories from the past year. Based on a Japanese myth, the event brings positive energy for the year ahead.
A section of the Santa Cruz Wharf collapsed into the ocean Monday amid heavy surf from a major storm, with two people rescued and a third swimming to safety.
China is set to issue a record 3 trillion yuan ($411 billion) in special treasury bonds next year to boost its economy, marking a significant increase from this year's issuance.
Vietnam’s first subway line has officially opened in Ho Chi Minh City, offering a 19.7-kilometer route designed to ease traffic and reduce pollution. Built with Japanese support, the subway connects key city areas, marking a major milestone in urban development.
Syria is rebuilding after years of conflict, with Idlib hosting a major concert celebrating newfound freedoms. Thousands gathered for the event, as the country’s cultural revival coincides with political shifts and the fall of the Assad regime.
Russian missile attacks on Kyiv during rush hour , killed one and injured several. Russia claimed the strike was a retaliation for Ukrainian missile attacks on Rostov.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated that European security guarantees and a frozen conflict will not suffice, emphasizing Ukraine's aspiration to join NATO and secure clear, future guarantees.
The EU has pledged an additional €30 billion in financial aid to Ukraine for 2025, while also addressing the ongoing Syrian refugee crisis in Brussels talks.
A Moscow court has ordered a suspect in the killing of Russian General Igor Kirillov to pre-trial detention, alleging the attack was directed by Ukraine's SBU security service.
A sea lion was spotted resting on Ipanema Beach in Rio de Janeiro on December 18, surprising beachgoers with its unusual appearance during the summer season.
The president of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced on Wednesday that Türkiye and Lebanon will work together to ensure stability in Syria, emphasizing the importance of Lebanon's security and lasting peace in Gaza for regional stability.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addressed internal turmoil within the Liberal Party after Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned on December 17, fueling calls for his departure.
The UN Security Council convened to address Ukraine’s worsening humanitarian crisis as Russian attacks intensify. UN officials reported rising civilian casualties, extensive damage to infrastructure, and limited humanitarian access, with millions facing hardship as winter approaches.
South Korea's law enforcement seeks to question impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol over his martial law decree, as the Constitutional Court begins hearings to decide his future in office.
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