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.

December 23, 2025

FedEx Faces Backlash Over Rising H-1B Hiring and US Job Cuts After $2.24B Federal Deal

FedEx won a $2.24 billion federal contract but sharply increased H-1B visa hires from 24 to 500 while cutting hundreds of US jobs. The company says hires meet business needs, but critics call out the move amid job losses nationwide.

December 23, 2025

Madurai Police Allow Devotees to Visit Kasiviswanthar Temple and Sikkander Dargah

Madurai police have permitted devotees to climb Thirupparankundram hill to worship at Kasiviswanthar temple and Sikkander Dargah after earlier restrictions due to tensions over deepathoon lighting.

December 23, 2025

Israel's NGO Registration Rules Threaten Gaza Aid Operations

New Israeli rules require international NGOs to register by December 31 or face closure. This risks halting key healthcare and aid in Gaza. Save the Children and MSF face delays and rejections, warning of disaster for Palestinians.

December 23, 2025

Spain's Christmas Lottery Rewards La Bañeza Town with 468 Million Euros Jackpot

Spain’s El Gordo lottery brings joy to La Bañeza with a 468 million euro prize. The win offers hope months after devastating wildfires hit the region.

December 23, 2025

Bangladesh Halts Visa Services in New Delhi Over Security Concerns Amid India-Bangladesh Tensions

Bangladesh has stopped issuing visas at its New Delhi High Commission due to security concerns after attacks on visa centers in Bangladesh and protests in India. This follows rising tensions between the two nations after the killing of radical leader Sharif Osman Hadi.

December 23, 2025

NSW Passes Anti-Protest and Gun Reforms; Greens Lead Legal Fight

NSW lower house passes strict anti-protest and gun laws amid protests and backlash. Greens and activists launch a constitutional challenge to fight the new rules.

December 23, 2025

Trump's Greenland Envoy Appointment Triggers Diplomatic Row with Denmark

Donald Trump named Jeff Landry as US special envoy to Greenland, stirring fresh tensions with Denmark. Greenland's leader insists on respecting its future and territorial integrity amid Arctic strategic race.

December 23, 2025

Russia Steps Up Strikes on Ukraine’s Odesa, Hitting Ports and Power Supplies

Russia has increased attacks on Ukraine’s Odesa region, cutting power for 120,000 people and damaging key ports. Kyiv calls these 'systematic' strikes aimed at blocking access to sea routes. Recent attacks have killed several, sparked fires, and disrupted vital grain exports.