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Sophie Kinsella, known for her bestselling "Shopaholic" series, died at 55 following a three-year battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer.Her family announced she passed peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, highlighting her resilience and passion for family, music, and Christmas.Kinsella, whose real name was Madeleine Wickham, sold over 50 million copies globally and saw her novel "Confessions of a Shopaholic" adapted into a popular 2009 film starring Isla Fisher.
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Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has been evacuated from Venezuela with USA assistance and is expected to attend the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in Oslo. Machado receives the honor for her work in...

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Sophie Kinsella, known for her bestselling "Shopaholic" series, died at 55 following a three-year battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. Her family announced she passed peacefully, surrounded by...

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Italian cuisine officially received UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage status, becoming the first entire national gastronomic style to earn this global recognition at a committee meeting in New Delhi. The landmark...

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This year's Nobel Prize ceremony showcased a significant shift in fashion, with Swedish royals and politicians embracing sustainability and bold expressions. Victoria, Silvia, and Madeleine notably upcycled previous...

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome to discuss diplomatic peace efforts and a new aid package. Zelensky also conferred with Pope Leo XIV, discussing prisoner...

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Newly released documents reveal that Princess Sofia of Sweden met convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein multiple times around 2005, facilitated by businesswoman Barbro Ehnbom. An email from Ehnbom to Epstein in...

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Police in Hörby are investigating a serious violent crime that came to their attention Tuesday morning, December 9, 2025. In Uppsala, a suspicious item found in the Luthagen area on Tuesday afternoon caused schools to...

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A 20-year-old man was charged with aggravated theft in Reggio Emilia, Italy, after allegedly using Face ID to unlock his sleeping ex-girlfriend's phone and transfer €25,000 to his account. The victim reported the theft...

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The Italian government plans to introduce an economic aid package in 2026, offering a 55 euro yearly electricity bill bonus to approximately 4.5 million vulnerable families. This initiative, funded by 1 billion euros...

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Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic Black Sabbath frontman, passed away in July from a heart attack, with his wife Sharon Osbourne later revealing his final tender words. She recounted how he told her "Kiss me. Hug me hard"...

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Sébastien Lecornu secured a significant political victory by passing his government's social security budget through the National Assembly with a 247-234 vote. This marks the first time since 2022 that a minority...

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A 23-year-old woman was raped by three men near Rome's Jonio metro station in the Val Melaina-Tufello area. The assault occurred in the early hours of December 7, 2025, after midnight, as she was leaving the metro...

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Jordan Bardella met with Nigel Farage in London to discuss a "patriotic alliance" focused on radical immigration reforms and reshaping Europe. Bardella proposed joint French-British Channel patrols, allowing Border...

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The EU recently provisionally agreed to a landmark climate target, aiming for a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 compared to 1990 levels, with Denmark's climate minister Lars Aagaard playing a key...

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A new report from the World Inequality Lab reveals the wealthiest 0.001% of the global population, approximately 56,000 individuals, now control three times the wealth of the poorest 2.8 billion adults. Co-directed by...

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Flavio Filoni, Mayor of Galatone, discovered a 38-year-old man from Ghana hiding within a Nativity scene in the town square. The individual, identified as a fugitive wanted in Bologna for resisting arrest and aggravated...

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The iconic band Roxette, now featuring Per Gessle and new vocalist Lena Philipsson, has successfully revived its tour following the passing of original singer Marie Fredriksson. The tour, which began in 2025, has been...

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The "Abba Voyage" show in London has generated over 25 billion Swedish kronor for the British economy since its May 2022 premiere, attracting more than three million attendees. Featuring hologram versions of ABBA...

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Ali Muhammad Ali Abd al-Rahman, known as Ali Kushayb, a Janjaweed militia leader, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Darfur,...

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Ford and Renault have formed a strategic alliance to co-develop and manufacture affordable electric vehicles for the European market, aiming to counter the growing threat from Chinese automakers and revive Ford's...

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Marcus Carlsson's drama "Biodlaren", starring Adam Lundgren and Hedvig Nilsson, will open the Göteborg Film Festival on January 23, 2026, marking its world premiere. The film, set in Åmotfors, depicts beekeeper Olof...

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Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė characterized the nationwide state of emergency, enacted due to security risks from meteorological balloons and drones originating from Belarus, as a "Belarusian hybrid attack."...

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Christine Lagarde stated the eurozone economy performs better than expected but faces an "existential crisis" due to internal trade barriers and a fragmented financial market, hindering competitiveness and productivity....

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Europol's Operation Grimm has led to 193 arrests across Europe, significantly advancing efforts against "violence as a service" (VaaS), a phenomenon where criminal networks outsource violent acts. The six-month...

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Forensic analysis by the Carabinieri's scientific department (RIS) has introduced new evidence suggesting the 2013 death of David Rossi, former head of communications for Monte dei Paschi di Siena (MPS), was a homicide,...

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Italy's complex tax system includes various deadlines, with the second installment of the Imposta Municipale Unica (IMU) property tax for 2025 due on December 16, primarily affecting owners of second homes and luxury...

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The Villa Silvestri Rivaldi, a 16th-century Renaissance complex in Rome, is set to reopen after decades of neglect following an agreement between the Lazio Region and the Ministry of Culture, with Minister Alessandro...

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Miss Provence, Julie Zitouni, and Miss Aquitaine, Aïnhoa Lahitete, have been stripped of their Miss France 2026 titles following a leaked backstage video. The footage showed Zitouni making offensive remarks about other...

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Dutch striker Joshua Zirkzee has reportedly agreed to a transfer to Roma, with the Italian club now accelerating negotiations with Manchester United to finalize the deal. Roma aims to secure Zirkzee as a January...

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Voith, a Heidenheim-based mechanical engineering company, announced that it will eliminate approximately 2,500 jobs globally, representing about a tenth of its workforce. CEO Dirk Hoke cited underperformance compared to...

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Claire Tabouret has been chosen to design the new stained glass windows for Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, with her contemporary themes of Pentecost and unity set to replace the 19th-century works by Eugène...

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A new collective labor agreement for domestic workers in Italy, effective November 1, 2025, has been finalized, bringing significant financial and organizational changes for families employing over 800,000 workers. The...

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Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena (MPS) has initiated the acquisition of Mediobanca, a move involving two major Italian financial institutions and significant political debate. The Italian government, led by Prime...

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Benjamin Haddad, France's Minister Delegate for Europe, has urged the European Commission to investigate allegations that EU funds for NGOs in Palestinian territories may have been diverted to the Palestinian Islamist...

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An operating room assistant in Marano, near Naples, was arrested on December 9, 2025, for allegedly assaulting and drugging his partner. Responding Carabinieri found the woman bleeding and heard her screams, discovering...

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Online bank Avanza experienced significant technical difficulties on Tuesday, causing user accounts to display zero balances and halting order placement. CEO Gustaf Unger stated that a subcontractor's file was not...

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The Swedish Air Force will conduct a Christmas tree formation flight with JAS 39 Gripen E fighter jets in December 2025, a tradition featuring the new aircraft. The Skaraborg Air Wing's flight, originally planned for...

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The German research institute Kiel Institute warned that military aid to Ukraine could reach its lowest level in 2025, as European efforts struggle to compensate for the cessation of US aid following Donald Trump's...

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Operation Kenova concluded that MI5 excessively protected IRA agent Stakeknife, identified as Freddie Scappaticci, for 50 years, despite his involvement in abductions and murder. The final report revealed MI5 was aware...

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A major anti-mafia operation in Palermo, led by Chief Prosecutor Maurizio De Lucia, resulted in 50 precautionary measures against individuals linked to Cosa Nostra clans and extensive drug trafficking networks,...

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Andrew Puzder, the U.S. Ambassador to the EU, defended the US National Security Strategy in an interview, asserting that its criticisms of Europe's "civilizational demise" risk are aimed at fostering "European...

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Thyssenkrupp's shares dropped Tuesday as the German industrial giant forecast significant financial losses for the current fiscal year, citing persistent weak trends in the automotive sector, high energy costs in...

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A fatal head-on collision occurred this morning on Regional Road 464 near Maniago when a car attempting to overtake a tractor collided with an oncoming bus carrying students. The 43-year-old male driver of the car died...

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Charles De Ketelaere proved instrumental in Atalanta's dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Chelsea in the Champions League. Atalanta, despite trailing to a Joao Pedro goal in the first half, rallied with second-half...

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The trial of Shahriar J., a German-Iranian from Hamburg known online as "White Tiger," is set to commence on January 9, facing charges including attempted murder. Shahriar J. is accused of 204 criminal offenses against...

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Denmark's military intelligence identifies the USA as a threat for the first time in its annual assessment, marking a significant shift in Danish security perception. This change moves from an "ideal of democracy"...

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Swedish criminals are increasingly exploiting legitimate businesses with import permits from North America to smuggle cannabis, according to Swedish Customs. This year, approximately twenty cases have been identified...

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Nnena Kalu, a 59-year-old artist with autism and limited verbal communication, made history by becoming the first artist with a learning disability to win the prestigious Turner Prize, receiving the $25,000 award in...

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A 12-year-old boy is in critical condition after being struck by an ambulance responding to an emergency on Via Archimede in Genoa earlier today. Local police are investigating the incident, reviewing witness...

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While recent mild weather and strong European gas production have eased electricity prices this winter, a new energy issue is emerging: power tariffs, set to become more noticeable in 2026. These tariffs base charges on...

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Telia experienced widespread technical disruptions across Sweden, starting around 6 PM yesterday, due to a power failure that affected thousands of customers and critical services like the police non-emergency number...

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French First Lady Brigitte Macron faced widespread criticism for using the derogatory term "sales connes" to describe feminist protesters. The incident occurred backstage at the Folies Bergère theatre, where she spoke...

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Sweden's largest nuclear reactor at Oskarshamn will be shut down for nine days due to minor anomalies detected in the process water. Uniper, the plant's owner, stated that the decision aims to investigate and resolve...

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Negotiators reached a compromise to significantly weaken the EU's supply chain law, now applying only to large companies with over 5,000 employees and a 1.5 billion euro turnover. Civil liability for human rights...

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Fairphone launched its second-generation Fairbuds XL headphones, featuring a modular and repairable design with upgraded 40mm dynamic drivers. These headphones are now available globally in forest green and horizon...

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The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City's trip to Santorini, Greece, is fraught with high tensions and interpersonal conflicts, primarily an ongoing rift between Heather Gay and Meredith Marks over the "plane-gate"...

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A 25-year-old woman was seriously injured after being stabbed with a Swiss Army knife during a brawl in Maniago, Pordenone, on December 8, 2025. The dispute, which reportedly began over a cigarette request, escalated...

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Rome's public transport system is facing significant disruptions this week due to a series of strikes initiated by ATAC personnel and planned for the coming days. Today, Tuesday, December 9, 2025, a 24-hour strike by...

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Greek farmers escalated nationwide protests on December 8, 2025, severely disrupting air and road travel. Protesters occupied airport runways in Crete, leading to clashes with riot police and injuries to eight officers....

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Fabio Panetta, Governor of the Bank of Italy, emphasized Europe's need to act decisively to strengthen its international monetary role. Panetta highlighted Europe's potential to play a larger role in the international...

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Two 17-year-old Afghan asylum seekers, Jan Jahanzeb and Israr Niazal, have been sentenced to lengthy prison terms for the rape of a 15-year-old girl in Leamington Spa. The court viewed footage the victim recorded during...

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Liverpool secured a crucial 1-0 victory against Inter Milan in the Champions League, with Florian Wirtz converting an 88th-minute penalty after being fouled by Alessandro Bastoni. This win temporarily propelled...

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Europol reports that migrant smugglers are using increasingly brutal and technologically advanced methods to exploit geopolitical instability and poverty for profit in Europe. The European Migrant Smuggling Centre...

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The UK announced new sanctions targeting Russian media and information outlets, including the Telegram channel Rybar, along with China-based firms i-Soon and Integrity Technology Group, for their roles in information...

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Italy's Antitrust authority has fined Sky Italia 4.2 million euros for three unfair commercial practices, including deceptive communication about TV subscription cost increases. Sky Italia expressed surprise at the...

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Tottenham Hotspur relocated its official LGBTQ+ supporters' group, Proud Lilywhites, rainbow flag at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium following a request from Slavia Prague to UEFA. The decision, made on security grounds,...

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Belgium

Olympique Marseille secured a crucial 3-2 victory against Union Saint-Gilloise in the Champions League, with goals from Mason Greenwood and Igor Paixao. Goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli made a pivotal save in stoppage time to...

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Dame Judi Dench has effectively retired from acting due to declining eyesight and memory issues, though her memory for Shakespeare remains sharp at 91 years old. Dench publicly stated her belief in forgiveness,...

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Belgium

The EU has finalized significant reforms to its asylum and deportation policies, establishing common return procedures and a harmonized list of "safe countries of origin." These measures will permit asylum seeker...

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EU interior ministers have approved a controversial migration agreement, dubbed the "Albania model," which aims to establish repatriation hubs outside the EU and designates Egypt and Tunisia as "safe countries." Italian...

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American geneticist Mary Brunkow, alongside Frederick Ramsdell and Shimon Sagakuchi, received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for her work identifying the Foxp3 gene mutation in mice that causes autoimmune...

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Visual effects producer Tom Paton launched "Non Player Combat," a limited series where six AI-controlled contestants compete on a remote island for 500,000 coins. The show, which released its first episode, used AI for...

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Croatia is acquiring 18 French Caesar self-propelled howitzers for 320 million euros, a deal confirmed by Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic during a visit to Paris earlier this year. The howitzer purchase,...

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A powerful wave swept over the Charco de Isla Cangrejo natural pool in Los Gigantes, Tenerife, claiming four lives and leaving one person missing. Emergency services recovered three bodies at the scene, and a fourth...

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Christian Pulisic proved decisive for AC Milan in their 3-2 comeback victory over Juventus on December 8, 2025. The American forward scored twice after coming off the bench, including the winning goal that propelled AC...

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Germany

Germany's domestic intelligence chief, Sinan Selen, warned that Russia may escalate sabotage, cyberattacks, and disinformation campaigns in 2026, targeting Germany as a prime location. Selen, head of the BfV...

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Cocaine trafficking generated the most revenue in France's illicit drug market in 2023, with an estimated turnover of 3.1 billion euros, according to a study by the French Observatory on Drugs and Addictive Behaviors...

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France is returning a 70-million-year-old Tarbosaurus bataar skeleton to Mongolia, an Asian relative of the Tyrannosaurus rex. This fossil, looted from the Gobi Desert and trafficked via South Korea, was seized by...

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In Turkey, two separate incidents occurred on December 8, 2025, involving law enforcement. In Soke, Officer A.A. was struck by a vehicle while unloading his car, with the driver later posting an image of the unconscious...

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Prime Minister Keir Starmer launched an official account on TikTok and a Substack newsletter as part of a new communications strategy. His first TikTok video featured him and his wife, Victoria, switching on Christmas...

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Germany

Germany experiences an unusually warm December with temperatures up to 18 degrees Celsius, breaking numerous heat records for the month. Meteorologists attribute this prolonged warmth to rising greenhouse gas...

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Alexander Skarsgård returns to Swedish film after nearly 15 years, starring as Jonas in the gothic drama "The wolf will tear your immaculate hands." Directed by Nathalie Álvarez Mesén, the film also features Darla...

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Seventh AP Fund (AP7) implements a new sustainability strategy, excluding several major fossil fuel companies from its investments. This move, praised by Jakob König, marks a significant step towards stricter investment...

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Paris's cultural institutions face a challenging period, as the "Dynastic Jewels" exhibition opens at the Hôtel de la Marine while the Louvre Museum confronts the aftermath of a major jewel heist last month. Art...

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Pope Leo XIV leads traditional celebrations in Rome today for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, making a pilgrimage to Piazza Mignanelli and laying a floral wreath at the Column of the Immaculate Conception. Mayor...

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Joachim Trier's film "Sentimental Value" has been selected as Norway's submission for the Academy Awards and won the Grand Prix at Cannes. The film made history at the Golden Globes with multiple nominations beyond the...

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Napoli surged to the top of Serie A after securing a crucial 2-1 victory over Juventus, with Rasmus Højlund scoring a brace. This win marks their seventh consecutive against Juventus and highlights a significant...

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A pepper-spray attack and suitcase theft at Heathrow Airport's Terminal 3 on December 7, 2025, led to charges against Tyrone Richards and Anton Clarke-Butcher, with police searching for more suspects. The incident,...

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Leaders from Sweden's governing Tidö coalition, including Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and SD leader Jimmie Åkesson, met to strategize for the upcoming term. The coalition, comprising the Moderate Party, Christian...

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Tatiana Tramacere, a 27-year-old publicist, has been found safe in Nardò, Italy, after a 10-day disappearance that sparked widespread public interest and speculation. Tramacere explained that her absence was by mutual...

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Carl Déman and Lucas Simonsson announced that they agreed to split the discovered gold and platinum 50-50 with the seller’s estate, but police have not yet approved releasing the assets. The discovery occurred during...

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Housing cooperative fees in Sweden are expected to rise significantly in 2026, as housing cooperatives face escalating utility tariffs, increased energy prices, and a new K3 accounting framework. Arturo Arques of the...

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Jack Osbourne said his wife Aree Gearhart is around 28 weeks pregnant and the couple are expecting their second child together, which will be his fifth overall. He said the pregnancy has helped the family cope after...

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UK

Mohamed Salah has expressed deep disappointment with Liverpool coach Arne Slot, revealing their relationship has broken down and leading to him being benched for a third consecutive match, a 3-3 draw against Leeds...

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Four protesters from "Take Back Power" disrupted the "Imperial State Crown" display at the "Tower of London", forcing a temporary closure of the "Jewel House" as police opened an investigation, conducted security checks...

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Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado is in Oslo to accept the Nobel Peace Prize for her advocacy for democratic rights. Despite threats from the Maduro government, Machado confirmed her attendance, viewing...

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Eighteen-year-old Tuva Råwall won Idol 2025 on Saturday, defeating fellow finalists Love Hedlund Stenmarck and Nicolina-Mercedes Brandström. Råwall expressed disbelief and gratitude in a post-win interview with...

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A tragic accident on the A5 motorway near Volpiano, Turin, on the evening of December 6, 2025, resulted in the death of two-month-old Lucia. The Ivrea Prosecutor's Office is investigating vehicular homicide and...

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Italy

Inter beat Como 4-0 at San Siro, sealing a commanding Serie A win as Lautaro Martínez scored the opener and Marcus Thuram and Carlos Augusto added goals before Hakan Calhanoglu capped the rout. In the build-up to...

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Thomas Plamberger faces manslaughter charges for the death of his girlfriend, Kerstin Gurtner, during a winter ascent of Austria's Großglockner mountain earlier this year. Prosecutors allege Plamberger exhibited gross...

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