Two ISIS operatives killed in US airstrike in Syria

U.S. Central Command reported that a U.S. military airstrike in Syria on Monday eliminated two ISIS operatives and a weapons cache. The precision strike in Dayr az Zawr Province, a region previously held by ISIS and Russian forces, resulted in the deaths of two ISIS operatives and injuries to a third, according to CENTCOM. The […]

Georgia’s Ex-Prime Minister Alleges Moscow-Orchestrated Election Fraud “`

FIRST ON FOX: In an exclusive interview, former Georgian Prime Minister Nika Gilauri denounced the recent elections as rigged and the resulting parliament as illegitimate, hindering Georgia’s EU aspirations. He described the elections as having a distinctly Russian character. Gilauri stated that the current Georgian parliament lacks credibility and legitimacy. Many observers see the election […]

NATO leaders question 2% defense spending target amid Trump’s reported push for higher goal

Several European leaders and a representative from the European Union recently affirmed the need for increased defense spending, citing Russia’s ongoing aggression in Ukraine and the anticipated policies of the incoming Trump administration as key factors.  Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis suggested that the 2% GDP defense spending target may no longer be sufficient, although […]

Latvia claims 1510 Riga tree, decorated with artificial roses, was world’s first Christmas tree “`

The origins of the decorated Christmas tree remain a topic of discussion. Latvia claims its place in history, citing records suggesting the first documented decorated tree appeared in Riga in 1510. According to the National Christmas Tree Association, members of the Brotherhood of Blackheads, a group of unmarried merchants and foreign traders, decorated a tree […]

Puerto Rico’s Christmas: A 45-Day Festive Season “`

Puerto Rico’s Christmas season is much more than just December 25th. Boasting the “longest holiday season in the world,” according to Discover Puerto Rico, the festivities span approximately 45 days, starting after Thanksgiving and extending to mid-January. The season is rich with cherished family traditions. One noticeable tradition is the extensive decorating, typically commencing on […]

Pope’s Cold Leads to Indoor Christmas Eve Blessing

Due to a cold, Pope Francis will forgo his customary outdoor Sunday address and instead deliver the blessing from his Santa Marta residence within the Vatican, the Vatican announced on Saturday. This decision, made just days before his Christmas Eve and Day Masses, considers the chilly weather and the Pope’s demanding Christmas schedule. The 88-year-old […]

Brazil Bus-Truck Crash Kills Over 30

Early Saturday morning, a bus carrying 45 passengers collided with a truck, resulting in a fire and the deaths of over 30 people, according to the Fire Department. Following the recovery of all victims from a major highway near Teofilo Otoni, Minas Gerais, the state’s Fire Department confirmed 38 fatalities, including the bus driver. The […]

US Military Targets Houthi Rebels in Yemen Airstrikes

The U.S. military confirmed airstrikes in Yemen targeting a Houthi rebel missile storage facility and command center. These strikes, announced by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) on Saturday, aimed to weaken Houthi operations. CENTCOM stated that the strikes were designed to counter Houthi attacks against U.S. naval vessels and merchant ships in the Southern Red Sea, […]

Yemen Projectile Hits Near Tel Aviv, Injuring Over a Dozen: Israeli Officials

Israeli officials reported that a projectile fired from Yemen landed in Tel Aviv early Saturday, causing minor injuries to sixteen individuals. Following air raid sirens in central Israel, the Israeli military confirmed that a projectile launched from Yemen had been detected, but interception efforts were unsuccessful. The military’s Telegram post stated: “Following the sirens that […]

Seven-Year-Old Killed, Six Wounded in Croatian School Stabbing

A 19-year-old former student attacked Precko Elementary School in Zagreb, Croatia on Friday morning, resulting in the death of a 7-year-old student and injuries to three other children and a teacher. The attack occurred at approximately 9:50 a.m. Authorities apprehended the attacker, who also inflicted self-harm, preventing a suicide attempt. The attacker, who still resides […]

Singapore’s Christmas Wonderland Showcases 100,000 Italian-Made Light Bulbs

Singapore’s annual Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay celebrates its 11th year with spectacular light installations. Among the many dazzling displays, the Spalliera light installation is particularly impressive, extending 20 meters (over 65 feet) into the sky. Inspired by Italy’s Orvieto Cathedral, this year’s Spalliera features a new design illuminated by 103,000 handcrafted bulbs, […]

Iran advances key nuclear bomb technology “`

Iran continues its pursuit of nuclear weapons, not only accumulating near-weapons-grade enriched uranium but also expanding its covert weaponization efforts. Information from sources within the Iranian regime, provided to the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), suggests renewed efforts to develop nuclear detonation capabilities. The NCRI identifies METFAZ (Center for Research and Expansion of […]