December 2016
Animations Dominate Box Office in 2016
In 2016, animated films dominated the global box office, with Disney leading the way with four films in the top five highest-grossing spots. 'Captain America:…
Downed Russian Military Aircraft; 'All Possibilities Are Being Considered'
A Russian military aircraft has crashed, and investigators are considering all possibilities for the cause, including a potential terrorist attack. The crash resulted in the…
Freezing of 1000 Trillion Tomans in Iranian Banks
The Iranian government's debt to banks has increased by 20%, leading to a significant freeze of assets in the banking sector, now totaling nearly 1000…
Electoral College Representatives Confirm Trump's Victory in U.S. Elections
Donald Trump has been confirmed as the winner of the U.S. presidential election by the Electoral College, securing 304 votes. He has pledged to unite…
Reporters Without Borders: At Least 74 Journalists and Media Activists Killed in 2016
In 2016, at least 74 journalists and media activists were killed globally, with Syria being the most dangerous country. Reporters Without Borders highlights a decrease…
Iran to Transfer Development of Seven Oil Fields to Russia
Iran is transferring the development of seven oil fields to Russian companies, as part of a broader strategy to enhance oil recovery and production. This…
Over 200 Arrested in Turkey Following Istanbul Bombings
The Turkish government has arrested over 200 individuals, including officials from pro-Kurdish parties, following deadly bombings in Istanbul claimed by a Kurdish militant group. This…
The Most Expensive Car of the Century Sold
Ferrari has sold the last LaFerrari for seven million dollars at an auction, setting a record for the most expensive car sale in the 21st…
More than two thousand ISIS members killed or severely injured in the battle of Mosul
General Stephen Townsend reported that over two thousand ISIS members have been killed or severely injured in the ongoing battle for Mosul, with three to…
A Senior U.S. Military Official Says 50,000 ISIS Members Have Been Killed
A senior U.S. military official announced that the coalition has killed 50,000 ISIS members in the last two years, surpassing previous estimates. The ongoing operations…
All Passengers Killed in Pakistan International Airlines Plane Crash
A Pakistan International Airlines plane crashed in mountainous terrain, killing all 48 on board, including notable figures and foreign nationals. The cause of the crash…
Major Military Companies' Sales Reached $370 Billion in 2015
In 2015, global military sales reached $370 billion, with U.S. companies leading at $210 billion despite a decline in sales. Western European companies saw a…
Mentally Disabled Individuals Are Also Sources of Life and Joy
A French court has banned a film showcasing the joy of mentally disabled individuals, citing concerns over upsetting parents who have aborted such fetuses. The…
Earthquake in Indonesia Leaves Around 100 Dead
A 6.5 magnitude earthquake in Aceh, Indonesia has resulted in around 100 deaths, with the toll expected to rise. The region is known for its…
Trump Calls for Cancellation of U.S. Presidential Aircraft Order
Donald Trump has called for the cancellation of the order for new presidential aircraft from Boeing, criticizing the costs as excessive. He aims to demonstrate…
The World's 'Fastest' Electric Car Comes from China
A Chinese company, NextEV, has developed the fastest electric car in the world, the EP9, which can reach speeds of 313 km/h and has a…
Security Measures in Los Angeles Metro Following Threatening Phone Call 'from a Foreign Country'
A phone threat of a bombing on the Los Angeles Metro's Red Line prompted increased security measures around the Universal City station. The threat was…
70 Days of Bicycling 'From the Atlantic to the Pacific' Against Cancer
Over 100 cyclists and runners participated in a 4,000-kilometer journey from the Atlantic to the Pacific to raise nearly one million dollars for cancer prevention…
Green Party Withdraws Request for Recount in Pennsylvania Election
The Green Party has withdrawn its request for a recount of the presidential election votes in Pennsylvania due to a lack of funds. This decision…
Health Ministry Official Expresses Concern Over Rising Number of Women with AIDS in Iran
The head of Iran's AIDS control department reported a concerning rise in the number of women infected with HIV, with only 30% of estimated cases…