Bipartisan backlash over Epstein files’ partial release
The saga over the Epstein files has caused a rift within the Republican Party, with MAGA supporters, clamouring for full disclosure of all the documents.
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Russian attack on Ukraine kills three, knocks out power
Russia has fired more than 650 drones and 30 missiles at Ukraine in a large-scale attack.
Cambodia, Thailand officials to meet to discuss truce
Thailand's Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow says his country and Cambodia will hold talks on Christmas Eve.
Partial release of Epstein files ‘to protect survivors’
A decision to release a fraction of the Jeffrey Epstein files by a congressionally mandated deadline has been defended by the US deputy attorney-general
Israeli cabinet backs 19 new settlements in West Bank
Nineteen Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank have been approved by the Israeli cabinet as a cardinal celebrated a Mass in Gaza City.
US pursuing third oil tanker near Venezuela: officials
United States ships are close to intercepting another vessel off the coast of Venezuela in international waters, US officials say.
Ukraine peace talks productive, US envoy says
Talks in the United States on reaching a deal to end Russia's war with Ukraine were productive and constructive, a US special envoy said.
Venezuela condemns US oil tanker seizure as ‘piracy’
The US has seized another oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, days after Donald Trump announced a blockade of tankers entering and leaving Venezuela.
At least 16 files disappear from Jeffrey Epstein docs
The US Justice Department's webpage for documents related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is missing at least 16 of its files, a day after they were released.
Turkey, Hamas ‘discuss second phase’ of Gaza Strip plan
Delegates from several countries have held talks to prepare the next steps of a ceasefire plan for the Gaza Strip, officials and media reports say.
US, Russian officials meet for more Ukraine talks
US and Russian negotiators will continue "constructive" weekend talks aimed at ending the conflict in Ukraine after nearly four years of unrelenting war.
Russian missiles attack port near Ukraine’s Odesa
At least seven people have been killed in Russia's latest attack on Ukraine, this time in the Black Sea port of Odesa.
US Justice Department Epstein files heavily redacted
The release of the Epstein files follows months of rebellion by Donald Trump's supporters over his administration's reluctance to make the records public.
Gaza no longer in famine but many still face starvation
By April, the number of people experiencing catastrophic conditions in Gaza may fall from 100,000 to 1900 - unless hostilities renew.
Kyiv welcomes EU loan despite no deal on Russian assets
The EU will lend Ukraine $160 billion to help it continue fighting, a move welcomed by Kyiv even though it wanted the money to come from frozen Russian assets.
Gunman in US university shooting found dead
A man who's suspected of killing two and wounding several others at Brown University has been found dead in a US storage facility.
Democrats release more new images from Epstein’s estate
Almost 70 new photos are among some 95,000 that Jeffrey Epstein's estate has released, as the deadline to release the full Epstein files looms.
More Thai strikes on Cambodia as border conflict flares
Thailand has conducted more air strikes on Cambodia, targeting a warehouse storing rockets.
EU leaders agree to joint borrowing to fund Ukraine
European Union leaders have agreed to provide a massive interest-free loan to Ukraine to meet its military and economic needs for the next two years.
More than 1000 civilians killed in Sudan’s Darfur: UN
A UN report claims more than 1000 civilians were killed when Sudan's paramilitary group took over a Darfur displacement camp in April.
Australian man jailed for smuggling cocaine to Bali
Queensland man Lamar Aaron Ahchee has been jailed for 12 years in Indonesia for smuggling cocaine into Bali.
Trump touts victories amid sinking approval ratings
US President Donald Trump has delivered a partisan speech on TV seeking to pin the blame for economic challenges on Democrats.
UN, aid groups warn Gaza operations at risk of collapse
The United Nations has warned humanitarian assistance in Gaza has been reduced due to Israeli restrictions and are at risk of collapse.
Ghislaine Maxwell asks US court for prison release
Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted associate of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, has asked a US court to vacate or amend her 20-year sentence for sex trafficking.
Assange files complaint against Nobel winner Machado
Julian Assange has filed a complaint accusing the Nobel Foundation of facilitating "war crimes" by awarding the Nobel Peace Prize to Maria Corina Machado.
Rob Reiner’s son appears in court on murder charges
Nick Reiner, son of Rob Reiner, has appeared in court as he faces charges of murder in the killing of his parents.
Russia warns it will seek gains if Ukraine talks fail
President Vladimir Putin says Russia will take more land in Ukraine by force if talks do not result in a peace deal.
Gaza families struggling after week of torrential rain
The UN is distributing tents, blankets, and other supplies in Gaza but the risk of hypothermia is increasing after a week of torrential rain and winter cold.
US travel ban expanded, includes 20 more countries
People from a broad range of countries will be banned from visiting the US, as the Trump administration expands its tough travel restrictions.
Trump orders blockade of oil tankers in Venezuela
US President Donald Trump has ordered a total blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, ramping up tensions with Caracas.
Trump aide Wiles reveals White House tensions
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has given a frank assessment of Donald Trump's closest aides and says the president 'has an alcoholic's personality'.