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Berlin Welcomes New Year with Countless Fireworks
The German capital Berlin, which is flocked by numerous local and foreign tourists, welcomed the New Year with hundreds of fireworks last night.
The biggest celebration in the city was in front of the Berlin Brandenburg Gate, where…
Three Officers Injured in Germany Excavator Attack
In Grünsfeld, Baden-Württemberg, a 38-year-old German man stole excavator and attacked responding police officers, injuring three. Police neutralized the attacker, who later died from gunshot wounds. Authorities have launched an…
Dubai Rings in New Year with Burj Khalifa Fireworks
Thousands gathered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to celebrate the new year with a dazzling fireworks display at the iconic Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building. The grand event marked the start of the year with a vibrant…
Displaced Palestinians in Gaza Struggle in Flooded Tents
Displaced Palestinians in Gaza, forced into makeshift tents after Israeli airstrikes began on October 7, 2023, face worsening winter conditions. Heavy rains have flooded the tents, offering little protection from the cold. Many stay awake…
New Zealand Welcomes 2025 with Fireworks
New Zealand celebrated the arrival of 2025 with a spectacular fireworks display from Auckland's iconic Sky Tower at 14:00 GMT. Thousands gathered in the city to mark the occasion with enthusiasm and cheer.
Kiribati, a Pacific…
Syrians Enjoy Views from Reopened Mount Qasioun
After 15 years of closure under the Bashar Assad regime, Mount Qasioun in Damascus has reopened, drawing Syrian visitors eager to enjoy panoramic views of the capital. The site, once heavily restricted for its strategic…
Xi and Putin Address China-Russia Partnership in New Year Messages
Chinese President Xi Jinping, in a New Year's message to Russian President Vladimir Putin, emphasized the enduring partnership between the two nations, rooted in neutrality, non-conflict, and non-targeting of third parties. Xi…
India Launches First Rocket for Space Docking Experiment
India successfully launched its first rocket under the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) from the Satish Dhawan Space Center in Andhra Pradesh. The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) confirmed that the rocket reached an altitude of…
UN Chief Urges Unity and Action for a Better 2025
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, in his New Year’s message, called for global unity and urgent action to combat challenges like climate collapse and inequality. Reflecting on 2024, he described it as a year marked by wars, suffering,…
Ukraine and Russia Swap Prisoners With UAE Mediation
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the successful return of 189 Ukrainian captives in a prisoner exchange mediated by the United Arab Emirates (UAE). "The liberation of our citizens is always good news. We thank the…