December 2014
Commemoration of the Victims on the Tenth Anniversary of the Deadly Indian Ocean Tsunami
On the tenth anniversary of the Indian Ocean tsunami, countries across Asia held memorial ceremonies to honor the over 230,000 victims of the disaster. Survivors…
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…
Cautious U.S. Reaction and Harsh Israeli Response to Palestinian Resolution Draft
The Palestinians submitted a draft resolution for statehood to the UN Security Council, prompting a cautious U.S. response and a harsh Israeli backlash. The resolution…
Nobel Prize Ceremony in Sweden and Norway
On December 10, Sweden and Norway celebrate the Nobel Prize ceremony, where winners receive prestigious awards including a gold medal and diploma. This event is…
Nuclear War and Bob Dylan, Artistic War and Robbie Williams
Bob Dylan's handwritten manuscripts are being auctioned, with estimated prices between $30,000 and $50,000 each, while Robbie Williams unexpectedly released an album 'Under the Radar'…
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.…