Putin Proposes Peace with Ukraine if Root Causes Addressed
At his annual press conference, Putin said Russia is ready to end the Ukraine conflict through dialogue if core issues are addressed, while stressing recent battlefield gains.
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Western US Storm Knocks Out Power for 750,000, 231 km/h Gusts
A powerful winter storm swept across western US this week, unleashing 231 km/h winds at Mount Coffin and cutting electricity to 750,000 customers nationwide.
US Approves $136M Stinger Missile Upgrade Sale to NATO Allies
The US has cleared a $136.1M sale to extend the service life of Stinger missiles for NATO allies, boosting air defense readiness for Germany, Italy and the Netherlands.
Active Ukrainian Captain Named in Nord Stream Sabotage
Der Spiegel confirms the Ukrainian soldier suspected in the September 2022 Nord Stream blasts served as a special ops captain. He’s now awaiting trial in Germany.
China’s Mixed Doubles Curlers Miss Out on Milano Cortina 2026 Spot
China’s mixed doubles curling duo Yu Sen and Ye Zixuan lost 7-3 to the Republic of Korea in Kelowna, missing out on a spot at Milano Cortina 2026.
7 Men Arrested in Sydney Over Suspected Violent Plot
Australian police arrested seven men in Sydney’s southwest on Dec 18 over a suspected violent plot linked to the Bondi Beach shooting. They face up to a week in detention under anti-terror laws.
Thailand Sets Feb 8, 2026 Election After Parliament Dissolution
Thailand’s parliament has been dissolved, with elections set for Feb 8, 2026. Young voters, get ready to shape the future!
Russia Sues Euroclear Amid EU Summit on Frozen Assets
As EU leaders meet in Brussels (Dec 18–19, 2025), Russia sues Euroclear over frozen assets worth 18 trillion rubles, as the bloc debates a reparation loan to fund Ukraine.
UNSC to Meet on Venezuela as Caracas Condemns US Oil Blockade
The UN Security Council will meet on Dec. 23 after Venezuela slammed a US oil blockade as a breach of international law, amid rising tensions in the Caribbean.
Hidden RNA Messages: How Viruses Hijack Bacteria’s DNA Machinery
New research reveals viruses use tiny RNA ‘Trojan horses’ to control bacterial DNA replication, opening paths for novel antimicrobial strategies.