Winter Storm Devin Cancels 1,800+ Flights; California Floods Kill 3 During Christmas

December 27, 2025

Winter Storm Devin Cancels 1,800+ Flights; California Floods Kill 3 During Christmas

Winter Storm Devin hits US hard with over 1,800 flight cancellations and delay chaos. Meanwhile, California floods kill three, adding to holiday distress. Emergency states declared as travel and safety take a hit.

China Sanctions 20 US Defense Firms Over $10 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan

December 27, 2025

China Sanctions 20 US Defense Firms Over $10 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan

China hits 20 US defense companies and 10 top executives with sanctions. This comes after the US approved a $10 billion arms deal for Taiwan. Beijing freezes assets and bans business ties, warning of firm action to defend its sovereignty.

Australia Faces Extreme Fire in West, Cyclone and Flood Watch in North

December 27, 2025

Australia Faces Extreme Fire in West, Cyclone and Flood Watch in North

Australia prepares for extreme weather. Western Australia battles bushfires near Perth, while Queensland and Northern Territory face cyclone and flood warnings.

Tourism Lockdown in Kashmir's Doodhpathri Hurts Locals and Women Entrepreneurs

December 27, 2025

Tourism Lockdown in Kashmir's Doodhpathri Hurts Locals and Women Entrepreneurs

Kashmir’s Doodhpathri tourist spot remains closed after April's terror attack, slashing visitor numbers and hurting local economy, especially women tea stall owners. Security concerns delay reopening, while locals face growing financial distress.

First Sea Turtle Nest in NSW Sparks Rescue and Community Protection Effort

December 27, 2025

First Sea Turtle Nest in NSW Sparks Rescue and Community Protection Effort

The first sea turtle nest of the season was found too close to water on NSW’s north coast. Volunteers and experts acted fast to save the endangered loggerhead turtle eggs. TurtleWatch NSW urges beachgoers to spot nests and help protect these rare eggs from tides and cyclones.