Alstom announces suspension of French IPCEI hydrogen projects
Alstom has confirmed it has been notified of the cessation of French government funding for Important Projects of Common European Interest (IPCEI)
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Teen loses hand as Germans begin testing New Year’s fireworks
A teenager has lost his right hand after setting off pyrotechnics at a party in north-western Germany, police said on Monday. The
Berliner books 1,150 Uber rides in one year, company finds
An Uber user in Berlin booking 1,150 rides in one year, a €117-tip and a beer pong table left behind by a
Saudi Arabia shifts from luxury to mass tourism
Saudi Arabia is expanding its tourism sector beyond high-end resorts, targeting mid- and upper-mid-range travellers and increasing hotel capacity for religious visitors.
Love Letters From a Chinese Jail
new video loaded: Love Letters From a Chinese Jail The torn pieces of paper by Gao Zhen, a renowned artist jailed in
South Korea Pushes No-Fault Liability After Upbit Hack
Photo by BeInCrypto South Korean regulators are pushing strict no-fault liability rules on cryptocurrency exchanges, following a $28 million hacking incident at
German foreign minister stresses importance of fair trade in Beijing
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul began his visit to China on Monday, stressing the importance of fair and rules-based trade. The World
First Alert: light snow possible Monday
First Alert: A Winter Storm will bring impacts to Central NC on Monday in the form of light snow. Winter Weather Advisories
What did the gov’t approve for Israel’s 2026 state budget?
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich after a press conference at the ministry, December 4, 2025; illustrative. (photo credit: YONATAN SINDEL/FLASH90) The 2026 budget
Eisenkot marks two years since loss of son in Gaza, urges state probe into Oct. 7 failures
“I want to channel the loss into something positive, into a place of being worthy, to carry forward their path,” Eisenkot said
Police say 2 officers killed in northeast Colombia in explosion blamed on guerrilla
BOGOTÁ, Colombia (AP) — Two police officers were killed Sunday in northeast Colombia in an attack that authorities blamed on the National
Netanyahu ‘not leaving’ politics for pardon, PM says next to Germany’s Merz
Netanyahu also praised the Israel–Germany cooperation in high-tech, AI, and quantum technologies. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanayhu confirmed he would not leave political
Benin coup attempt foiled by loyalist troops, interior minister says
Benin’s interior minister has appeared on national TV to announce that an attempted coup in the West Africa nation has been thwarted.
Gaza’s healthcare system broken by Israel
After being relentlessly decimated by bombs and starved of medical aid during Israel’s genocidal war, Gaza’s healthcare system remains on the brink
Christmas celebrations return to Bethlehem after 2 years of war in Gaza
BETHLEHEM, West Bank — For the past two Christmases, John Juka’s family restaurant looked about the same as any business in Bethlehem:
Takeaways from AP’s investigation into Russia’s Africa Corps in Mali
DAKAR. Senegal (AP) — Dozens of people who have fled Mali tell The Associated Press that a new Russian military unit that
This Boston Neighborhood Has Some Of The Most Traditional Italian Food In The Country
Nearly every city has its version of Little Italy, but Boston’s North End could put most of them to shame. Even though
Single women risk rape and exploitation in search for better life in Europe
Esther was sleeping on the streets of Lagos when a woman approached her with the promise of a route out of Nigeria
Deadly attack on kindergarten reported in Sudan
An aid camp for internally displaced people in South Kordofan (file image) [Getty Images] A drone attack on the town of Kalogi,
Toyota’s December Debut Hints at Dual GR GT and Lexus Supercar Lineup
Toyota’s drawn-out tease for its GR GT sports car just got messier, hinting that December 5th in Japan won’t be a solo
Rick Steves’ Favorite Place In Italy For Café-Sitting
European travel doyen Rick Steves has great tips for your next trip abroad, including affordable ways to dine as a tourist, and
At least 11 killed in South Africa mass shooting
At least 11 people have been killed in a mass shooting at a hostel in South Africa. Fourteen others were wounded when
IAEA urges major renovation of Chernobyl shelter after drone strike
The protective casing over the destroyed fourth reactor at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant requires major renovation due to damage from the
German police report surge in defamation of politicians
Police in Germany are investigating a sudden swell of public insults, defamation and slander directed at the country’s politicians, according to latest
Indonesia flood death toll rises to 883, more than 500 still missing
Indonesia’s disaster agency on Saturday reported a rise in the death toll from floods and landslides on the island of Sumatra, saying
Smotrich, Sa’ar approve NIS 2.35 billion in hasbara budget for campaigns, influencers during 2026
The budget will be used for campaigns to raise awareness and promote Israel worldwide, with NIS 1 billion already authorized by the
Afghan, Pakistani forces exchange heavy fire as tensions flare
Afghanistan and Pakistan’s forces have exchanged heavy fire along their border as tensions between the South Asian neighbours escalate after peace talks
Ran Gvili’s sister Shira asks Phase Two of deal not be implemented until brother’s remains returns
Ran’s sister, Shira, asked that Phase 2 of the US-brokered hostage-ceasefire deal not be implemented until the return of her brother’s remains.
Zelensky confidant dismissed from further posts amid bribery scandal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has removed his former chief of staff Andriy Yermak from the National Security Council amid a sprawling corruption
UN pushes Syrian regime on justice for Druze, Alawites and minority groups
The UN condemned continued incidents of summary executions, arbitrary killings, abductions, sexual violence, arbitrary detentions, looting and the destruction of homes. The
Uzbekistan launches €9.46 billion green energy push, covering nation’s power needs
Every home in Uzbekistan could switch on the lights using only clean electricity in 2026. The government says green energy generation will
Suspected Pirate Attack In The Mozambique Channel Leaves Two Sailors Dead On ‘Adventure Of A Lifetime’ Voyage
Two experienced sailors were discovered deceased aboard their yacht in the Mozambique Channel last week after issuing a distress call, according to
ERP Seeks $250,000 Matching Grant to Expand Anti-Poaching Air Wing
Elephants, Rhinos & People (ERP), a nonprofit conservation group that uses a CubCrafters NXCub to patrol in Southern Africa, is asking for
Adrian Sutil’s lawyer issues statement after ex-F1 driver’s arrest in Germany
Reports emerged last week that former Formula 1 driver Adrian Sutil had been arrested in connection with allegations of fraud. Sutil’s attorney-at-law,
Where is the 2025 series filmed?
Race Across the World is back, and this time it’s the celebrities who are taking on one of the most challenging adventures
Modi welcomes Putin to India with guard of honour ahead of talks
Modi welcomes Putin to India with guard of honour ahead of talks Source link
Ireland, Spain, and Others Withdraw from Eurovision As Israel Granted 2026 Entry
Photo illustration by Igor Golovniov/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands, and Slovakia have all withdrawn from the 2026 Eurovision
Scientists sound alarm over rapidly emerging threat thousands of miles away — here’s what you need to know
At both the North and South Poles, ice is rapidly melting. Research has emphasized that this isn’t just an issue impacting the
IDF, Border Police arrest terrorists, weapons dealers in Kalkilya counterterrorism op.
During the operation, soldiers also shot and killed a terrorist who “hurled a suspicious object” at them. The IDF, Israel Police, and
Sentimental tree to shine at Arctic League annual broadcast
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — A tree was selected and transported to the Clemens Center on Thursday for the Arctic League’s upcoming annual