World Regions - Page 175

December 23

Greta Thunberg arrested supporting Palestinian prisoners on hunger strike during London protest

Greta Thunberg was arrested and later released on bail after supporting pro-Palestinian activists protesting detentions and a hunger strike in London.

December 23

Guilty verdicts in ISIS plot police say could have been 'the deadliest terrorist attack in UK history'

Three men convicted of planning alleged gun attacks on Jewish targets in Manchester as British Jews report feeling increasingly unsafe across the U.K.

December 23

Israeli hostages freed, Iran hit, ceasefire held — 2025 shattered idea that US was exiting the Middle East

Analysis reveals how American force, not retreat, reshaped the Middle East in 2025, from Gaza ceasefire to Iran's weakened position across the region.

December 23

Trump trade crackdown hits cheap food containers from China, Vietnam with massive new duties

Commerce Department will issue final duty orders on disposable food containers from China and Vietnam following trade commission vote on unfair import practices.

December 23

Historic landmark to begin charging foreign visitors amid overcrowding battles

Rome is introducing a $2.35 entry fee for foreign tourists visiting the Trevi Fountain starting in February 2026 to combat overcrowding at the historic landmark.

December 23

Cities across Europe revise Christmas traditions, triggering public backlash

Brussels faces backlash over modern nativity scene as European cities rethink Christmas traditions amid cultural debates. U.K. museum suggests Santa is "too white."

December 23

'60 Minutes' CECOT segment pulled by Bari Weiss airs in Canada, spreads across internet

The "60 Minutes" CECOT segment that Bari Weiss had delayed from airing that caused a furor at CBS News has leaked online after it aired in Canada.

December 23

China’s phony conviction of Jimmy Lai is a warning

Jimmy Lai, pro-democracy activist and media mogul, faces life in prison after Hong Kong conviction as authorities throw the book at the Apple Daily founder.

December 23

FCC announces ban on new Chinese-made drones over national security concerns

The FCC is banning new foreign-made drones, including those made by Chinese companies DJI and Autel, citing risk to national security and the safety of Americans.

December 22

Multiple fatalities reported as Mexican Navy plane crashes off Texas coast, recovery effort underway

Mexican Navy plane reportedly crashes near Galveston Causeway during medical mission, resulting in multiple fatalities as search and recovery efforts continue.