World Regions - Page 178

December 21

Manhunt underway in South Africa after gunmen open fire at tavern, killing 9 and wounding 10

Manhunt underway after masked gunmen kill nine people at South African tavern in Bekkersdal township. At least 10 others hospitalized in the attack.

December 21

Australia vows to strengthen hate speech laws, gun control in wake of Bondi Beach attack

Australia proposes new hate speech laws and gun buyback program after Bondi Beach attack, sparking a heated debate over the government's response.

December 21

Russia says Ukraine peace talks 'proceeding constructively,' as Kremlin launches deadly strike on Odesa

Peace talks between Russia and Ukraine reportedly proceed "constructively" in Florida even as deadly missile strike hits Odesa, killing eight people.

December 21

Analyst warns Australia’s proposed hate speech expansion could backfire after attack

Dr. Reuben Kirkham argues Australia’s government is using the Bondi Beach attack to push broader vilification laws that could increase censorship without addressing the root causes of antisemitism.

December 21

Fundraiser for 'Australian hero' who disarmed terrorist during Bondi Beach mass shooting surpasses $2.6M

Australian hero who tackled Bondi Beach gunman receives $2.6M in donations in response to brave actions during deadly attack that left him wounded but praised globally.

December 20

Several elephants killed in train crash after impact causes multiple coaches to derail

A high-speed passenger train struck an elephant herd in northeastern India, killing seven wild animals while all 650 passengers escape unharmed.

December 20

Ancient plague mystery cracked after DNA found in 4,000-year-old animal remains

Scientists discover Bronze Age plague DNA in 4,000-year-old sheep remains, shedding light on how ancient diseases spread between animals and humans across Eurasia.

December 20

Former Australian minister says ‘radical Islam pulled the trigger’ in nation's worst terror attack

Josh Frydenberg slams Anthony Albanese's government over rising antisemitic violence in Australia, warning years of inaction enabled extremism to flourish.

December 20

Europe wakes up to the threat of war

‘Journal Editorial Report’ panelists weigh a stark warning from the NATO secretary general

December 20

US envoy Witkoff says high-level Miami talks focused on 'unified Gazan authority' as Israel ceasefire advances

The U.S. leads talks with Egypt, Qatar and Turkey on Gaza ceasefire Phase 2, focusing on unified governance and regional integration for long-term stability.