December 23, 2025

US Justice Department Sues Washington DC Over Semiautomatic Gun Laws, Citing Second Amendment

The Trump-led US Justice Department sued Washington DC, challenging the city's ban on certain semiautomatic firearms. It claims the restrictions violate the Second Amendment right to bear arms. This marks a key fight over gun control and federal powers.

December 23, 2025

Delhi’s Winter Smog Spurs Tougher Pollution Rules and Calls for Constitutional Right to Clean Air

Delhi wakes up to choking smog every winter. New rules now mandate school closures in high pollution phases. Experts push for a constitutional right to clean air as health risks soar.

December 23, 2025

FDA Approves First-Ever Pill Form of Wegovy for Weight Loss

The FDA has approved Wegovy as a once-daily pill, a first for weight-loss drugs. Made by Novo Nordisk, the pill matches the injection's results and launches in early 2026 in the US.

December 23, 2025

Sydney Protest Groups to Challenge NSW 3-Month Protest Ban in Supreme Court

Three Sydney protest groups plan to challenge new NSW laws banning protests for up to three months. They claim the laws violate free speech. Legal action will start after the laws pass parliament.

December 23, 2025

China Cracks Down on Zion Church Leaders in Largest Christian Sweep Since 2018

China has arrested over a dozen Zion Church leaders, including senior pastor Gao Yingjia, in its biggest crackdown on Christians since 2018. More than 100 Christians were detained in Wenzhou as authorities clamp down on underground house churches.

December 23, 2025

UK Exporters Urge Keir Starmer’s Government for Closer EU Trade Deal Now

Over half of UK exporters say the current EU trade deal isn't helping their business grow. The British Chambers of Commerce urges Labour to fast-track a closer EU reset to boost trade and cut red tape.

December 23, 2025

Rare Pink Platypus Spotted in Victorian River, A Stunning Wildlife Surprise

Fisherman Cody Stylianou spotted a rare pink platypus in a secret Victorian river. Biologist says it's a natural color variation, not an albino. The platypus, near-threatened species, is slowly recovering from past decline.

December 23, 2025

Haridwar Hotel Cancels Christmas Events After Hindu Group Protests

Hotel Bhagirathi in Haridwar canceled Christmas plays and DJ nights after Hindu groups objected to celebrations on Ganga's banks. The hotel had announced the events on social media.

December 23, 2025

Heritage Foundation crisis: Dozens quit over defense of Tucker Carlson's far-right interview

More than a dozen Heritage Foundation staff quit after President Kevin Roberts defended Tucker Carlson’s interview with far-right activist Nick Fuentes. The move sparked backlash and resignations, exposing deep splits in the MAGA conservative movement.

December 23, 2025

19-Year-Old Girl Dies After Falling at Stranger Things Abandoned Set in Georgia

Leah Palmirotto, 19, tragically fell to her death while exploring the restricted Briarcliff Building. The site is famous as a Stranger Things filming location and is closed to the public. Police continue investigating the cause of the fall on December 19.