Explosion reported outside US embassy in Oslo, police say
Police sent “large resources” to the embassy at 01:00 local time after reports of an explosion. Source link
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Spectacular images reveal unique sea creatures and corals off Caribbean islands
Scientists discover underwater mountain ranges, golden towers of coral, and never-before-seen sea creatures. Source link
Weight-loss treatments boom as Kenyan attitudes to beauty change
Kenyan celebrities are driving a surge in weight‑loss and cosmetic procedures, sparking criticism and concerns. Source link
Inside Venezuela’s political transition after Maduro’s ousting
Venezuela has entered a period of political transition following the ousting of former president Nicolás Maduro on 3 January 2026. The US and Venezuela have agreed to re-establish diplomatic and consular relations, with the two sides promising to make an effort to promote stability, support economic recovery and advanced political reconciliation. However, Venezuelans inside the…
The heartwarming tale of a father, a daughter, and a wedding band wowing India
Band Baaja Bitiya is the moving tale of a father who goes to rescue his daughter from her matrimonial home. Source link
Dozens killed as Israeli special forces raid Lebanese village in search of 40-year-old remains
Overnight, one Israeli operation saw at least 41 people killed and 40 injured, according to the Lebanese health ministry. Source link
At least six dead after tornadoes sweep across Michigan and Oklahoma, officials say
Four people were killed in Michigan and two died in Oklahoma, officials say, as severe storms swept across parts of the US. Source link
Obama, Biden and Clinton honour Jesse Jackson at funeral
Former US presidents Barack Obama, Joe Biden and Bill Clinton were among dozens of high-profile figures present at the Reverend Jesse Jackson’s funeral service. The men remembered Jackson for his ‘passion’ and for paving the way for Obama’s presidential run. Former vice-president Kamala Harris also spoke at the service and noted the country’s political climate….
Rapper-politician Balendra Shah set to be Nepal's next prime minister
Thursday’s general election was the first since violent youth-led protests toppled the government in September. Source link
Dubai: British trainer Antonia Bettridge, 25, faces life in prison, ‘devastated’ mum speaks out | World News
Antonia Bettridge, 25, from St Helens, faces possible life imprisonment in Dubai over narcotics charges./ Image: Echo A British woman working as a personal trainer in Dubai could face life imprisonment after being detained in the United Arab Emirates on suspicion of narcotics offences, according to legal advisers assisting her family. Antonia Bettridge, 25, from…