Colombia Recovers First Artifacts From 1708 ‘Holy Grail’ Shipwreck San José

December 11, 2025

Colombia Recovers First Artifacts From 1708 ‘Holy Grail’ Shipwreck San José

Colombia has lifted five precious objects from the sunken 1708 Spanish galleon San José. The find includes a cannon, coins, and porcelain cup from the legendary treasure ship. This marks the first time artifacts have been recovered from the deep seabed site, shedding new light on one of history’s richest maritime wrecks.

Half a Million Evacuate Amid Deadly Cambodia-Thailand Border Clashes; Trump Vows to Intercede

December 11, 2025

Half a Million Evacuate Amid Deadly Cambodia-Thailand Border Clashes; Trump Vows to Intercede

More than 500,000 people have fled border violence between Cambodia and Thailand. At least 15 dead, including soldiers and civilians. Trump promises to call leaders to stop fighting.

Italian Cooking Declared Unesco Cultural Heritage

December 11, 2025

Italian Cooking Declared Unesco Cultural Heritage

Unesco has officially recognized Italian cooking traditions as a cultural heritage. This follows Italy's beloved dishes like pizza already being listed. The honor highlights Italy's rich food culture and its role in connecting families and communities.

US expands online checks for H-1B visas; interviews face major delays from Dec 15

December 11, 2025

US expands online checks for H-1B visas; interviews face major delays from Dec 15

Starting December 15, the US will expand online scrutiny of H-1B and H-4 visa applicants. Many interview dates are postponed, some as late as May 2026, hitting India’s IT workers hard.

Kerala Nurse Sentenced to 7 Years for Rape in Scotland After Extradition

December 11, 2025

Kerala Nurse Sentenced to 7 Years for Rape in Scotland After Extradition

Naijil Paul, a 47-year-old nurse from Kerala, was sentenced to seven years and nine months in Scotland. He pleaded guilty to raping and sexually assaulting three women while managing a care home. Paul fled India before his trial but was extradited back to Scotland for sentencing.