Swiss face painful task of identifying bar fire victims
The revellers who were engulfed in a horrific inferno at a Swiss ski resort are so badly burned it could take days before all the dozens of victims are named.
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Maduro open to US talks to combat drug trafficking
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has used a state TV interview to say he wants to "start talking seriously" with the US on issues such as drug trafficking.
Taiwan vows to defend sovereignty after China’s drills
President Lai Ching-te says China's military drills around Taiwan demonstrates the need for increasing defence procurement.
Zohran Mamdani sworn in as first Muslim New York mayor
Zohran Mamdani has been sworn in as mayor of New York City, becoming the first Muslim to take office in the largest city in the United States.
Dozens killed, 100 hurt in fire at Swiss ski resort bar
About 40 people are feared dead and 115 have been hurt, most of them seriously, after a fire during New Year's celebrations in a bar at a Swiss alpine resort.
At least six killed during protests over Iran’s economy
At least six people have been killed in widening protests against Iran's worsening economy.
Russia, Ukraine trade allegations of civilian attacks
Russian officials say a Ukrainian drone strike has killed 24 people as they celebrated the New Year in a Ukrainian village controlled by Russian forces.
‘About 40’ killed in Swiss ski resort bar fire
Dozens of people are feared dead and many others injured after a fire during New Year's celebrations in a bar at a Swiss alpine resort.
Taiwan vows to defend itself after China military drill
Taiwan remains on high alert after China's massive military drills as President Lai Ching-te declares the island is determined to defend its sovereignty.
National Guard to leave Chicago, LA, Portland: Trump
National Guard forces will be removed from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland because crime in those cities has "greatly reduced", Donald Trump says.
US strikes more alleged drug boats, killing eight
Eight people have been killed in the latest strikes on alleged drug trafficking boats, the US military says.
Five million documents related to Epstein under review
Lawyers for the Trump administration are working "around the clock" to go through millions of documents relating to Jeffrey Epstein before the next release.
World bids goodbye to 2025 with fireworks, icy plunges
People all over the world are saying farewell to 2025 and ringing in the new year with traditions old and new.
Zelenskiy won’t sign ‘weak’ deal that would prolong war
In a New Year address Volodymyr Zelenskiy says exhausted Ukrainians will not give up in the war with Russia, and vowed to only sign a "strong" peace agreement.
Children hurt as Russian drones blast Ukraine’s Odesa
Russian drones have attacked apartment buildings and the power grid in Odesa, Ukraine, injuring six people, including children.
Taiwan stays on high alert as Chinese ships pull back
Chinese warships are moving away from Taiwan but the island's emergency maritime response centre remains on alert after Beijing's huge show of force.
One dead, 30 hurt in Machu Picchu tourist train crash
Two trains taking tourists to and from Peru's famed archaeological site of Machu Picchu have crashed, killing one person and injuring about 30 passengers.
Zelenskiy discusses US troops in Ukraine with Trump
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says he is committed peace and he and European leaders were ready to sit down with President Vladimir Putin in any format.
Israel to halt operation of some Gaza aid organisations
Israel says it will suspend several humanitarian organisations for failing to meet its new rules to vet international organisations working in Gaza.
UAE to withdraw forces from Yemen as tensions rise
The United Arab Emirates will withdraw its forces from Yemen after a Saudi-led coalition air strike ramped up tensions between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi.
Russia to toughen stance after accusing Kyiv of attack
The Kremlin accuses Ukraine of trying to wreck talks by attacking a Putin residence, a claim Kyiv dismisses as a lie that aims to justify more Russian attacks.
Saudi Arabia bombs Yemen port over weapons from UAE
Saudi Arabia has warned Abu Dhabi against backing separatists in Yemen, hours after bombing a Yemeni port over a weapons shipment that arrived from the UAE.
Rockets fired as China simulates blockade of Taiwan
China is carrying out 10 hours of live-firing drills around Taiwan in a second day of war games that include rehearsing a blockade of the island.
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US says two killed in strike on suspected drug vessel
The US Southern Command says it has struck another boat allegedly linked to drug trafficking in the eastern Pacific.
US ‘hit’ drug boat loading facility in Venezuela: Trump
US President Donald Trump has confirmed a military attack on a facility allegedly used for drug-smuggling operations in Venezuela.
Russia says Kyiv targets Putin home, peace hopes dented
Peace talks between Russia and Ukraine have been dented by Moscow's claims President Vladimir Putin's residence was targeted by Kyiv drones.
Aid workers find little life in Sudan’s al-Fashir
Few people remain in the Sudan city of al-Fashir after it was seized in a bloody takeover by paramilitary force the Rapid Support Forces.
Trump warns Iran of more strikes after Netanyahu talks
US President Donald Trump has warned Iran against reconstituting its nuclear program following talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Florida.
US offers Ukraine 15-year security guarantee: Zelenskiy
A proposed peace plan would give Ukraine 15 years of US security guarantees against Russia, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says after meeting Donald Trump.
China launches live-fire war games around Taiwan
Taiwan is vowing to "defend democracy" as is condemns Chinese war games around the island that include live-fire drills.
Thirteen dead, 98 hurt after train derails in Mexico
Mexican authorities say at least 13 people are dead after a train derailed in the southern state of Oaxaca.