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Ukrainian President Zelensky has claimed that North Korean troops are fighting alongside Russian forces in the Kursk region. This accusation adds a new dimension to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, highlighting potential international involvement.

Cyclone Chido has caused widespread devastation in Mayotte, with France fearing a heavy toll as the storm continues to batter the region. The powerful cyclone has brought heavy rain, strong winds, and dangerous flooding, leading to significant damage to infrastructure and homes. Authorities are working to assess the extent of the destruction and provide relief to affected residents. With Mayotte being one of France's overseas territories, the French government has pledged support to help the island recover from this devastating natural disaster.

A tragic incident off the coast of Greece has left five people dead and dozens missing after a migrant boat sank. The vessel, reportedly overcrowded, capsized in rough seas, leading to a desperate rescue operation. Authorities are working to locate the missing individuals, while survivors are being treated for injuries. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by migrants attempting to cross the Mediterranean, and the challenges posed by the region’s growing refugee crisis.

Unexplained drone sightings have been increasing in New Jersey, leaving residents and authorities puzzled. Numerous reports have emerged of drones flying at night, often in rural or isolated areas, with some sightings occurring near sensitive infrastructure. Despite investigations, officials have yet to determine the identity or purpose of these drones. The growing frequency of these mysterious encounters has raised concerns about privacy and security, leading local authorities to enhance monitoring efforts.

In a landmark achievement for Indian chess, 18-year-old Gukesh Dommaraju (better known as D Gukesh) won the 2024 World Chess Championship on Thursday (Dec 12), defeating defending champion Ding Liren of China.

England's hopes of a series clean sweep all but evaporated on Sunday as they capitulated on day two of the third Test to trail New Zealand by 340 runs. The home side skittled England for 143 before reaching 136-3 by stumps in their second innings in Hamilton, enjoying easily their best day of a series in which they had been outplayed until now.

Just a day after the impeachment of South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol, United States President Joe Biden engaged in a call with Seoul's Prime Minister Han Duck-soo on Saturday (Dec 14).

Scientists have warned that a devastating solar superflare is overdue on Earth, which can be more powerful than billions of atomic bombs when it hits the planet.

The biggest iceberg in the world, A23a, has started to drift in the Southern Ocean after breaking free. The iceberg weighs almost a trillion tonnes and is double the size of Greater London.

The five remaining members of the Australian "Bali Nine" drug ring flew home Sunday after 19 years in jail in Indonesia, ending a saga that had frayed relations between the two countries.

Mango founder and billionaire Isak Andic has died after plunging from a mountain range while hiking during a family holiday. The tragic incident occurred while he was enjoying a break with his loved ones.

The stampede during the Pushpa 2 premiere at Sandhya Theatre on December 4 took the life of a woman and left her eight-year-old boy named Sri Teja critically injured.

As Syria continues to grapple with the aftermath of a brutal civil war, the question arises whether the newly appointed leaders can pave the way for lasting peace. With decades of conflict, millions displaced, and a fragmented political landscape, Syria’s future remains uncertain. The new leadership faces the immense challenge of rebuilding the country, addressing the humanitarian crisis, and negotiating peace with various factions.

Team India won the first session on day two in Brisbane by picking three wickets but escaped injury scares to the pace duo of Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. While Siraj pulled up his left hamstring overs before lunch, the medical staff attended Bumrah for possible stiffness after regular spells.

Riddled with anxiety about Manchester City's shocking decline, Pep Guardiola will endure another sleepless night as he tries to pose more problems for Ruben Amorim in the Manchester United manager's first taste of the Premier League's most explosive rivalry.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), which played a key role in ousting Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has voiced strong frustration over the delay in holding elections under the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus.

According to the weather department, Delhi woke up to a cool, foggy start on Sunday morning (Dec 15). The sun rose at 7:06 am and is expected to set at 5:26 pm. As of now, the air humidity is low at 11 per cent, with a light breeze blowing at 11 km/h.

A 34-year-old flight attendant from the French Caribbean island of Martinique on Saturday became the oldest contestant to win the Miss France pageant. Angelique Angarni-Filopon clinched the crown thanks to a rule change which permitted women over 24 to take part, as well as those who are married or mothers.

ABC News has agreed to settle a defamation lawsuit filed by US President-elect Donald Trump and will pay him $15 million over accusations that anchor George Stephanopoulos defamed the Republican in an interview.