Syria says 14 personnel killed in ‘ambush’ by Assad loyalists
Interior ministry forces clashed with supporters of ousted President Bashar al-Assad on Wednesday.
2004 Andamans tsunami: My boat was metres from the shore when the waves hit
Twenty years after the 2004 tsunami, a BBC reporter who was on the Andaman and Nicobar islands looks back.
Mozambique unrest: Hundreds flee Maputo jail amid poll protests
The prisoners took advantage of ongoing political unrest triggered by disputed poll results, police say.
Bird flu kills 20 big cats at Washington animal sanctuary
The animals – including a Bengal tiger, cougars and bobcats – have died of the virus over the past several weeks.
Body found in wheel well of United plane after landing in Hawaii
A United Airlines spokesperson says it’s unclear how or when the person got into the landing gear compartment of the aircraft.
MT Vasudevan Nair: Celebrated Indian author dies at 91
A prolific writer and filmmaker, MT Vasudevan was the doyen of Malayalam-language literature.
Bald eagle officially declared US national bird after 250 years
The bird has been a national emblem in the US for years, but it never had an official status in the country’s 248-year history.
Pope in Christmas Day message calls for talks to end Ukraine-Russia war
The pontiff also called for a ceasefire in Gaza and the freeing of hostages held by Hamas.
Ukraine: Zelensky condemns “inhumane” Russia Christmas Day attack
Russia has launched a major missile and drone attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
Turkey earthquake: Owner and architect of collapsed hotel jailed
They received hefty sentences after 72 people were killed when the building fell in the 2023 quake.
