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Fatal helicopter collision over New Jersey leaves one pilot dead and another critically injured

Two helicopters collided in midair over southern New Jersey on Sunday, killing one pilot and leaving the other in critical condition, according to local and federal authorities. The aircraft went down near Hammonton Municipal Airport late on Sunday morning after what regulators described as a midair......

China launches major military drills around Taiwan

China has launched large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, intensifying tensions in the Asia-Pacific region. The drills, described by Beijing as “major,” involve coordinated operations by the navy, air force, ground troops, and missile units, including live-fire exercises in areas surrounding......

Zelensky receives European support ahead of meeting with Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has received assurances of full support from European leaders, Canada, and NATO allies ahead of a critical meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump in Florida. During a video conference en route to Canada, Zelensky briefed his international partners on the......

U.S. airstrikes in Nigeria targeted jihadist groups

Recent U.S. airstrikes carried out in Nigeria were aimed at jihadist militants operating in coordination with local armed groups, according to Nigerian authorities. The strikes reportedly targeted fighters linked to the Islamic State who had entered the country from the Sahel region to support local......

Polish airports resume operations after overnight Russian strikes on Ukraine prompt air defense alert

Two airports in southeastern Poland reopened early Saturday after a brief overnight closure prompted by military activity in response to renewed Russian attacks on Ukraine. Rzeszów and Lublin airports resumed normal flight operations following a temporary suspension as Polish and allied jets carried......

Zelensky to consult European allies before meeting Trump

Kyiv/Washington, December 27, 2025 — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that he will hold consultations with European allies before his upcoming meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump, scheduled for Sunday in Florida. Speaking to journalists via a messaging application during......

British Airways A380 crew disruption sparks safety probe on transatlantic flight

A British Airways Airbus A380 flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow encountered a major onboard disturbance when a cabin crew member was found behaving erratically, leading to an arrest upon arrival. The incident unfolded mid-flight over the Atlantic, disrupting normal operations and highlighting......

Palau to host migrants expelled from the U.S. in $7.5 million agreement

The Pacific island nation of Palau has agreed to accept up to 75 non-U.S. migrants being expelled from the United States under a $7.5 million agreement, officials from both countries announced Wednesday. The migrants, who come from third countries and have no criminal charges, will live and work in......

Ice agents shoot van driver in tense Christmas Eve confrontation

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents opened fire on a white van in Maryland during a routine immigration operation on Christmas Eve, after the driver allegedly attempted to ram them. The incident unfolded in Glen Burnie around 10:50 a.m., when officers approached the vehicle and instructed......

Nasry Asfura declared winner of Honduras presidential election with Trump’s backing

Conservative candidate Nasry Asfura has been officially declared the winner of Honduras’ presidential election, marking a return of the right to power in the Central American country after a closely contested and controversial vote. The result was announced by electoral authorities several weeks......

Investigation finds Uber employs drivers with serious criminal records in the United States

A recent investigation has raised serious concerns about passenger safety in the United States after revealing that Uber has allowed individuals with significant criminal histories to work as drivers in several states. The findings suggest gaps in the company’s background-check procedures, despite......

Kosovo and Serbia need to normalize their relationship, says Kosovo’s prime minister

Kosovo and Serbia must move toward a normalization of their relations, Kosovo’s outgoing prime minister Albin Kurti said on Wednesday, as the country approaches key parliamentary elections. Speaking in an interview, Kurti stressed that dialogue with Belgrade remains essential, despite long-standing......

EU officials defend sovereignty after US sanctions on Thierry Breton

European officials have strongly defended the bloc’s sovereignty following U.S. sanctions targeting former European Commissioner Thierry Breton and four other EU figures involved in tech regulation. “None of these sanctions will silence the sovereignty of European peoples,” stated......

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