nterstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is passing close to Earth, giving astronomers a rare chance to study material formed around another star and deepen understanding of cosmic origins.
Scientists have identified a mysterious rock layer about 20 kilometers beneath a major Atlantic island, suggesting a more complex geological history than previously believed.
The U.S. privately rebuked Israeli PM Netanyahu for a Gaza strike seen as violating a ceasefire, underscoring tensions over diplomacy and security strategy.
Ales Bialiatski, Nobel Peace laureate freed from a Belarus prison, recounts grueling conditions and his transition to freedom while pledging to continue human rights advocacy.
Torrential rains triggered flash floods in Safi, Morocco, killing at least 37, flooding homes and shops, disrupting transport, and prompting ongoing rescue efforts.
Louvre Museum staff voted to strike on Dec 15, 2025, closing the iconic museum as workers protest conditions, security concerns, and resource issues after recent setbacks.
Russia’s central bank sues Euroclear for about $230 billion in damages, challenging the handling of frozen sovereign assets as legal and diplomatic tensions with the EU deepen.
Toxic smog engulfs New Delhi, pushing air quality to hazardous levels, disrupting flights and travel, and prompting emergency pollution controls across the city.
Spain remains a renewable energy leader, but political debate, grid limits, and economic pressures are raising questions about how steadily the country can maintain its green momentum.
Rising fears over crime and migration are reshaping Chile’s political landscape, pushing voters toward right-wing promises of order, security, and clearer control.
Winter weather prompts Columbus and central Ohio schools to close or delay classes Dec. 15, 2025, prioritizing student safety while families adjust routines.
Pakistan launches its final nationwide polio vaccination drive of 2025 to protect 45 million children after a rise in confirmed cases, part of ongoing efforts to eradicate the disease.
Despite daunting climate challenges in 2025, seven lesser‑reported wins — from marine conservation and local sustainability to awards for climate leadership — show progress is still possible.
Thoriqoh Syattariyah, a 15th‑century Sufi order founded by Sheikh Abdullah Shattar, spread from Persia and India across South and Southeast Asia, shaping regional Islamic mysticism.
A Hanukkah beach event in Bondi became a scene of terror, prompting national grief, reflections on extremism, and acts of unexpected bravery.
Flash floods hit Morocco’s coastal city of Safi after intense rain, killing at least 37 and inundating homes, prompting ongoing rescue efforts and recovery.
After chaotic scenes at Messi’s Kolkata appearance, his India tour regained smooth footing in Hyderabad and Delhi, ending on a calmer, celebratory note.
Scientists have discovered a uniquely thick rock layer more than 12 miles beneath Bermuda’s crust — a geological feature unlike any seen elsewhere, raising new questions about Earth’s deep structure.
China’s Taikonauts installed debris protection panels on its Tiangong space station’s exterior during recent spacewalks, bolstering defenses after a debris impact and highlighting orbital hazards.
Chile elected far-right leader José Antonio Kast with about 58 % of the vote, marking the country’s sharpest shift rightward in decades amid public concerns over crime and immigration.
Japan’s corporate sentiment hit a four-year high in the BOJ tankan survey, bolstering expectations of an interest-rate hike in December despite lingering economic risks.
China’s fixed-asset investment fell for a third straight month, driven by sharp declines in property and weak spending, signaling deepening economic strain and prompting calls for policy action.
Google Translate’s latest beta turns any headphones paired with Android into real-time translation devices, using Gemini AI to deliver natural-sound translations for 70+ languages.
iRobot, maker of Roomba robot vacuums, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and agreed to be acquired by its contract manufacturer, aiming to continue operations under new ownership.