December 2014
At Least Six Bodies of AirAsia Flight Victims Recovered from the Water
Rescue teams have recovered at least six bodies from the AirAsia flight that crashed while en route from Indonesia to Singapore. The aircraft lost contact…
Gmail Service Blocked in China
China has completely blocked access to Google's Gmail service after months of disruptions, attributing the action to its extensive internet filtering system known as the…
NATO's Combat Mission in Afghanistan Officially Ended
NATO officially ended its combat mission in Afghanistan, transitioning to a training and support role amidst ongoing Taliban threats. General John Campbell emphasized the mission's…
Vietnam's Efforts to Capture the Caviar Market
Vietnam is making significant strides in the caviar market by cultivating sturgeon and aiming to compete with traditional producers like Russia and Iran. The Vietnamese…
Syrian Government Expresses Readiness to Negotiate with Opposition Groups
The Syrian government has expressed readiness to negotiate with opposition groups in a meeting set for next month in Moscow. However, it remains uncertain whether…
Saudi Arabia Faces $38 Billion Budget Deficit
Saudi Arabia has announced a budget deficit of $38.6 billion for 2015, attributed to falling oil prices. The government plans to maintain spending despite the…
Racist Insult from North Korea to the President of the United States
North Korea's National Defense Commission issued a statement insulting U.S. President Obama using racist language, accusing him of encouraging the screening of the film 'The…
U.S. Stock Indices Set New Records
U.S. stock indices, including the Dow Jones and S&P 500, have reached new record highs, driven by strong economic growth estimates. Analysts express concerns about…
52 Civilians Killed in Syrian Army Airstrikes
Airstrikes by the Syrian army targeting ISIS have resulted in the deaths of 52 civilians, including children, raising concerns from the UN and human rights…
Arson Attack on Mosque in Sweden Leaves Five Injured
An intentional fire at a mosque in Skellefteå, Sweden, injured five people and is being investigated as arson. The incident reflects the rising anti-immigrant sentiment…
Jordan Also Rejects Islamic State's Claim of Downing Fighter Jet
The Jordanian army has denied claims by the Islamic State that it shot down a Jordanian F-16 fighter jet. The U.S. Central Command also confirmed…
Pope Condemns Ruthless Persecution of Religious Minorities Worldwide
Pope Francis condemned the violence against religious minorities and children in his Christmas message, highlighting the suffering of Christians in Iraq and Syria. He called…
Ukrainian Parliament Approves Bill to Facilitate NATO Membership
The Ukrainian Parliament has repealed a law that prohibited NATO membership, paving the way for Ukraine's integration into NATO and the EU. This decision, supported…
Erdogan: Efforts to Control Turkey's Population are Treason
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan condemned population control efforts as treason, insisting that a growing young population is essential for Turkey's future. His remarks come…
Concerns in France Following 'Deliberate Accident' of Vehicle with Pedestrians
A driver in Nantes, France, injured 10 pedestrians in a deliberate vehicle attack, raising concerns following similar incidents. Officials claim the driver was mentally unstable,…
Yazidi Teenage Girls: "Victims of ISIS Sexual Slavery"
Amnesty International's report reveals that Yazidi girls in Iraq have been victims of sexual slavery by ISIS, with many being underage and some committing suicide…
Lone Wolves: Personality Crisis or Extremism?
A man with a long history of severe mental illness attacked pedestrians in Dijon, France, while another man assaulted police officers in Joué-lès-Tours. Analysts are…
A Garbage Truck Collides with Pedestrians in Central Glasgow
A garbage truck in Glasgow killed six and injured seven after veering onto a sidewalk. The police have ruled out terrorism, suggesting the driver may…
Tunisian Secular Candidate Claims Victory in Presidential Election
Mohamed Beji Caid Essebsi claims victory in Tunisia's first free presidential election, while current president Moncef Marzouki refuses to concede until official results are announced.…
Man in France Attacks Pedestrians with Car Shouting 'Allahu Akbar'
A man in Dijon, France, attacked pedestrians with a car while shouting 'Allahu Akbar', injuring 11 people. This incident follows another attack in which a…
Holding Free Presidential Elections in Tunisia
Tunisia held its second round of presidential elections on December 30, marking the first free election since its independence in 1956. The main candidates are…
Attack by assailant shouting Allahu Akbar injures three police officers in France
A 20-year-old man attacked three police officers in France while shouting Allahu Akbar, injuring them before being shot dead by police. The assailant was identified…
Bodies of Eight Children Found in a House in Australia
Eight children were found dead in a house in Cairns, Australia, alongside a severely injured woman believed to be their mother. The incident has shocked…
An Iranian Asylum Seeker in Australia Requests Not to Be Resuscitated if in a Coma
An Iranian asylum seeker in Australia has been on a hunger strike for over a month and has requested not to be resuscitated if he…
The Interview with North Korean Leader Won't Be Released
Sony Pictures has canceled the release of the comedy 'The Interview' due to serious security threats, believed to be linked to North Korean cyber attacks.…
Iran: We Informed Australia About the Hostage-Taker's Psychological Conditions
An Iranian refugee, Mohammad Hassan Manteqi, took hostages in a Sydney café and was killed during a police raid. The Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned the…
The Number of Ebola Victims in West Africa Reaches 6,800
The World Health Organization reports that Ebola victims in West Africa have reached 6,841, with the majority of cases in Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone.…
Oil Prices Decline Again
Oil prices have dropped again, reaching levels not seen in five years, attributed to market conditions and increased U.S. shale production. OPEC's Secretary-General has indicated…
Iranian News Agencies: Explosions Occurred in Karbala
Explosions have occurred in Karbala, Iraq, where millions of Shia pilgrims are gathered for the Arbaeen ceremony. While there are reports of injuries, no Iranian…
Iraq: 17 Million Shia Pilgrims Enter Karbala for Arbaeen Ceremony
Iraq has seen a record 17.5 million Shia pilgrims enter Karbala for the Arbaeen ceremony, with significant participation from Iranian nationals. This year's event is…
Dick Cheney: George Bush Was Aware of CIA Interrogation Details
Dick Cheney asserts that George W. Bush was aware of the CIA's torture methods on terrorism suspects, contradicting claims of ignorance. The Senate report reveals…
The UN Seeks a Place to Shelter Tens of Thousands of Syrians
The UN and over 30 humanitarian organizations are urging countries to find shelter for 180,000 Syrian refugees displaced by the ongoing civil war. This comes…
New US Spacecraft 'Orion' Launched into Space
The US launched its new spacecraft 'Orion' on December 14, marking a significant step towards future human space exploration, including missions to Mars. This unmanned…
French Parliament Votes in Favor of an Independent Palestinian State
The French Parliament voted overwhelmingly in favor of recognizing an independent Palestinian state, prompting a strong response from Israel, which claims it undermines peace efforts.…