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Benjamin Haddad, France's Minister Delegate for Europe, has urged the European Commission to investigate allegations that European Union funds for NGOs in Palestinian territories may have been diverted to the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas.In a letter to EU chief diplomat Kaja Kallas and Commissioners Dubravka Suica, Michael Mcgrath, and Magnus Brunner, Haddad expressed concern over alleged Hamas control of these organizations since 2020 and called for robust transparency and control mechanisms.
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Sophie Kinsella, the renowned British author celebrated for her "Shopaholic" series, passed away at 55 after a three-year battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer diagnosed in 2022. Her family, including...

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Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic frontman of Black Sabbath, died at age 76 in July from cardiac arrest after a prolonged battle with Parkinson's disease and other health issues. His wife, Sharon Osbourne, shared on "Piers...

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Scientists in Suffolk, England, uncovered the earliest known evidence of deliberate human fire-making, dating back an astonishing 400,000 to 415,000 years ago. This groundbreaking discovery, detailed in Nature by a team...

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The UEFA Champions League group stage saw key results unfold on the sixth match day, with Arsenal securing a dominant 3-0 victory over Club Brugge to near automatic qualification, while Manchester City overcame Real...

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UNESCO officially designated Italian cuisine as Intangible Cultural Heritage, recognizing it as the first national gastronomic style to achieve this global status. This landmark decision, celebrated by Giorgia Meloni,...

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An estimated 200,000 liters of crude oil spilled from a PCK refinery pipeline near Gramzow, Brandenburg, during maintenance, erupting in a 25-meter fountain. The incident occurred on the Rostock–Schwedt pipeline, which...

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Bayer Leverkusen secured a late 2-2 home draw against Newcastle United in a Champions League group match, with Alejandro Grimaldo netting an 88th-minute equalizer after the visitors had taken the lead. The match at...

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This year's Nobel Prize ceremony highlighted sustainable fashion, with attendees like Victoria, Silvia, and Madeleine showcasing a significant upcycling trend. Victoria notably re-wore a couture gown last seen on Silvia...

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SAS Connect cabin crew in London announced a four-day Christmas strike, starting December 22, threatening to disrupt flights to and from Scandinavia during the holiday period. Over 130 Unite the Union members demand a...

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The European Commission introduced a "Grids Package" to revamp the EU's energy infrastructure law, aiming to accelerate permits and strengthen interconnections across member states. The initiative, which follows a major...

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

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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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María Corina Machado received the Nobel Peace Prize, with her daughter Ana Corina Sosa accepting the award in Oslo earlier today, after Machado herself successfully defied a travel ban to arrive in the city. Machado...

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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 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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France

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 "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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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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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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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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France

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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Italy

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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Volodymyr Zelensky engaged in intensive diplomatic efforts across Europe, meeting with Giorgia Meloni, Leo XIV, and leaders in Britain, France, and Germany to refine a peace proposal for US partners. Leo XIV emphasized...

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Denmark's military intelligence, DDIS, identified the USA as a security threat for the first time in its annual assessment. The report, released today, indicates a shift from viewing the US as an "ideal of democracy" to...

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Belgium

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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Italy

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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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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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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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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Sofia Hellqvist, now known as Sofia, met Jeffrey Epstein multiple times around 2005, with Swedish businesswoman Barbro Ehnbom reportedly facilitating these introductions. Leaked emails published by Ddosecrets and Dagens...

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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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Swedish police are investigating a suspected double homicide in Hörby after a mother and her young son were found dead in their home. A man in his 50s was arrested in connection with the deaths, which prompted a swift...

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Rome police are investigating two separate sexual assault cases involving a 23-year-old student and a 20-year-old Peruvian man in different parts of the city. The student reported being assaulted by three men near the...

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Lithuania declared a nationwide state of emergency due to escalating security risks from high-altitude balloons and drones originating from Belarus. Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė characterized the situation as a...

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Claire Tabouret has unveiled her designs for new stained glass windows for Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, a controversial project replacing 19th-century works by Eugène Viollet-le-Duc and Jean-Baptiste Lassus. The...

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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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Danish sperm donor Kjeld unknowingly provided sperm containing a TP53 gene mutation, leading to approximately 200 children across 14 countries developing Li-Fraumeni syndrome. The European Sperm Bank used Kjeld's sperm...

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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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France

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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UK

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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Italy

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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Belgium

The EU, through the European Commission, recently unveiled a new "Omnibus" package aimed at significantly reducing bureaucratic burdens and streamlining environmental protection laws for businesses across Europe. Ursula...

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France

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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Italy

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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Italy

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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Germany

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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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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Italy

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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Sweden

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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UK

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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Germany

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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Italy

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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France

Brigitte Macron faced significant backlash after a video showed her using a derogatory phrase, "stupid bitches," to describe feminist protesters who had disrupted a stand-up show. The comments, reportedly made backstage...

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Germany

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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Italy

The CGIL union has called for a significant national general strike, impacting both public and private sectors across Italy as a protest against the government's financial maneuver and budget law. Announced by Maurizio...

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Italy

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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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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Belgium

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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Sweden

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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Sweden

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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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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Greece

Greek farmers have intensified widespread protests, causing nationwide disruptions with tractor blockades on highways and airports, stemming from delayed EU subsidies and a corruption scandal involving manipulated...

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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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UK

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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Britain and other European nations are advocating for a modernized interpretation of the ECHR to address illegal migration and streamline the deportation of foreign criminals. This initiative, backed by leaders like...

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Netherlands

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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Italy

EU Interior Ministers approved new migration agreements, including stricter repatriation rules and the establishment of "return hubs" in third countries, potentially legitimizing Italy's controversial "Albania model."...

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UK

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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Germany

Sinan Selen, Germany's domestic intelligence chief, warned that Russia will likely intensify sabotage, cyberattacks, and disinformation campaigns against Europe, especially targeting Germany as a NATO logistics hub....

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France

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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The Magnum Ice Cream Company (TMICC), now the world's largest ice cream producer, began trading on Amsterdam's Euronext as a spin-off from former parent Unilever. Valued at $9.1 billion (€7.8 billion) at its listing,...

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Spain

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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Italy

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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Switzerland

Volker Türk announced the UN Human Rights Office is in "survival mode" due to severe funding cuts, impacting its crucial work globally. The office faces an approximate $90 million shortfall and has cut around 300 jobs,...

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France

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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Greece

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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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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France

Investigations into the $102 million theft of French crown jewels from the Louvre in October revealed widespread security failures and structural disorganization, according to a French Senate inquiry and a General...

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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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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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Italy

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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Norway

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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Italy

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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UK

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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Sweden

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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Italy

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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