Bethlehem Christmas tree illuminated for first time since Gaza war began
Hundreds gathered in Manger Square to bask in the festivities that included music, dancing and Santas bearing sweet treats.
Death toll from devastating Indonesia floods passes 900
More than 100,000 homes were destroyed when powerful rains lashed the South East Asian country last week.
A new museum in Doha celebrates Indian art legend MF Husain
Lawh Wa Qalam is dedicated to the late Indian artist whose prolific paintings fascinated the world.
Japan is facing a dementia crisis – can technology help?
Japan’s ageing population is putting strain on national budgets and society as a whole, but researchers are developing solutions to ease the pressure.
Hong Kong to vote in election as city mourns deadly fire
The Legislative Council election is seen as a test of public sentiment following a deadly fire that angered some.
How the solar storms that cause the Northern Lights can wreak havoc on Earth
The aurora borealis can bring stunning night skies, but hidden dangers can accompany the Northern Lights to disrupt life on earth as Chris Fawkes explains.
Staff and tourists among 23 killed in Goa nightclub fire, officials say
The fire was caused by a gas cylinder exploding in the club’s kitchen, authorities say, with the nationalities of those killed not yet known.
Olympic flame arrives in Rome ahead of Winter Olympics
The Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 is set to take place in February.
Zelensky signals progress in talks with US on peace plan
The Ukrainian leader says he is “determined” to continue working with US, as Russian strikes continue.
Americans to get free entry to parks on Trump’s birthday
At the same time, the Trump administration is withdrawing free entry on Martin Luther King Jr Day and Juneteenth.
