December 20, 2025

Truck Carrying 15 Tonnes of Lithium Ion Batteries Catches Fire on NSW's Hume Highway

A truck carrying 50 lithium ion batteries caught fire near Yass on the Hume Highway. The fire closed the highway for hours and may disrupt traffic for days. Firefighters warned of toxic vapours and advised travelers to avoid the area.

December 20, 2025

Air India Express Pilot Assaults Passenger at Delhi Airport; Suspended Pending Probe

An off-duty Air India Express pilot, Virender Sejwal, allegedly assaulted a passenger, Ankit Dewan, at Delhi Airport. The airline has suspended the pilot and started an investigation. The passenger posted pictures of the injury and pilot online, saying his daughter was scared after the incident.

December 20, 2025

Eight Elephants Killed as Rajdhani Express Derails in Assam's Hojai

Early Saturday, eight elephants died and one was injured when the Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express hit a herd in Assam’s Hojai district. The train’s engine and five coaches derailed. No passenger injuries were reported. Railway services are diverted while repairs take place.

December 20, 2025

Kolkata’s 2026 Calendar Campaign Fights to Save Iconic Trams Amid Pollution Rise

A unique 2026 calendar by Tramjatra highlights Kolkata’s struggle to save its historic trams. With pollution soaring and tram routes dwindling, this artistic effort blends vintage photos and quotes to raise awareness and funds.

December 20, 2025

Lucknow Named UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy for Its Legendary Kebabs and Biryani

UNESCO has named Lucknow a Creative City of Gastronomy. Known for kebabs, biryani, and sweets, Lucknow now joins 70 global cities celebrated for food culture.

December 20, 2025

Right-Wing Youth Rally Behind Imprisoned Ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol in South Korea

Thousands of young South Koreans rally support for former President Yoon Suk Yeol, jailed over insurrection charges. Led by Freedom University, these youths are disillusioned with the left-wing government and rally under slogans like 'Make Korea Great Again' and 'Korea for Koreans.'

December 20, 2025

Ironmouse Faces Twitch Drama After Streamer Awards Questions Spark Mixed Reactions

Ironmouse felt shaken after being asked about her looks and race at the Streamer Awards. LosPollosTV mocked her reaction, stirring up a Twitch storm over VTuber boundaries and social anxiety.

December 20, 2025

US Launches Massive Strike on IS in Syria After Deadly Attack

The US military launched a massive strike against Islamic State in Syria in response to a deadly December attack on American forces. Operation Hawkeye Strike targeted IS fighters, weapons, and infrastructure, with President Trump calling it a strong retaliation.

December 20, 2025

Suspected Brown University Shooter Linked to MIT Professor from 1990s Portugal Connection

Claudio Neves Valente, who killed two Brown students and an MIT professor, first met victim Nuno Loureiro in Portugal in the 1990s, US officials reveal. The suspect ended his weeklong spree by shooting himself.

December 20, 2025

Ben & Jerry's Ex-Chair Alleges Magnum Threatened Smear Over Board Dispute

Anuradha Mittal, former chair of Ben & Jerry's board, says Magnum threatened to publish defamatory statements if she did not resign. This comes in a bitter fight over the brand's independence and social mission under new ownership.