New Year 2026: Fireworks and light shows ring around the world — watch

Lights, colour and fireworks have swept across continents as cities around the world ushered in 2026 with spectacle and symbolism. Videos and images shared online captured vibrant celebrations, reflecting both jubilation and moments of quiet reflection.In Bangkok, Thailand’s capital turned into a glowing canvas as landmark locations lit up for grand New Year celebrations, capped…

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Explained: Who is Alaa Abd el-Fattah, and why is his return to the UK making headlines | World News

For years, Alaa Abd el-Fattah was one of the West’s most familiar symbols of Arab Spring idealism crushed by authoritarian rule. A blogger jailed for dissent, a hunger-striking political prisoner, and a cause taken up by foreign ministers and human-rights groups, his name came to stand for Egypt’s long democratic winter.That story was meant to…

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Fans call it an “A+ wife move” as Ayesha Curry’s gesture toward Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry explodes online | NBA News

Ayesha Curry and Stephen Curry. Image via: Getty Images Stephen Curry’s wife, Ayesha Curry, made an explosive statement on her marital life that diverted heads. The Golden State Warriors’ fans did not spare the International Smoke owner, as she was even subjected to backlash by the NBA star’s fans due to her comments on her…

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“2025 didn’t scare us with a virus, it scared us with…”: US-based Doctor’s eye-opening post flags unsettling health reality |

We all remember the covid era, the years that were dominated by a deadly virus that claimed millions of lives. “2025 didn’t scare us with a virus,” this was quoted by a California-based doctor Siddhant Bhargava. The doctor’s eye-opening post hits us with the stark reality of something far more similar. The doctor’s words continue,…

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Iran unrest: Governor’s office attacked as protests turn violent; video

Iranian authorities say a government building was attacked in the southern city of Fasa amid a wave of protests driven by mounting economic pressure, while officials insist the unrest remains limited and under control.According to the justice ministry’s Mizan news agency, several people damaged parts of the provincial governor’s office on Wednesday. Hamed Ostovar, head…

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Watch: Jalen Hurts’ standout season takes viral turn as Eagles QB meets fitness influencer and reality TV star Jacklyn Romano | NFL News

Eagles star Jalen Hurts spotted with Jacklyn Romano.Image via: Getty Jalen Hurts has spent most of the season making headlines for what he does on the field. But as the Eagles quarterback wrapped up another successful year, a casual off-field moment briefly grabbed attention online and showed a different side of the Super Bowl MVP.On…

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Turkey nationwide sweep: Istanbul arrests 125 IS suspects; coordinated raids across 25 provinces

Turkey flag representative image Turkey detained dozens of people suspected of links to the Islamic State (IS) group during nationwide raids on Wednesday, iInterior minister Ali Yerlikaya said.The raids were carried out in Istanbul and 24 other provinces, including Ankara and Yalova. Yerlikaya shared a video showing security forces raiding suspects’ homes, with some detainees…

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Khaleda Zia funeral: EAM Jaishankar meets BNP’s Tarique Rahman in Dhaka; hands PM Modi’s condolence letter | India News

EAM Jaishankar meets BNP’s Tarique Rahman in Dhaka; hands PM Modi’s condolence letter (Picture credit: X/@DrSJaishankar) NEW DELHI: External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday handed over a personal letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) acting chairman Tarique Rahman during a meeting in Dhaka, as he conveyed India’s deepest condolences…

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