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Germany's New Drone Defense: A Team Effort

December 17, 2025

Germany has just opened a new drone defense center in Berlin. This is the first time the country has brought together different security teams to work on one big problem: drones being used for spying and causing trouble. Before this center, different groups were handling drone threats separately. N

politics

Ukraine and Allies Seek Justice: War Damage Compensation Commission Established

December 16, 2025

In a significant move, Ukraine and 34 other countries have joined forces to create an International Claims Commission. This body, based in The Hague, will handle compensation claims for damages caused by Russia's invasion since 2022. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of interna

finance

Global Markets Take a Dip: What's Shaking Up Investors?

December 16, 2025

Stocks in Europe and Asia took a hit on Tuesday. This happened as everyone waited for big news from the U. S. about jobs and inflation. These reports could change how interest rates move. In Europe, Germany's DAX fell by 0. 4%, while France's CAC 40 saw a small gain. The UK's FTSE 100 also dropped.

politics

EU's 2035 Gas Car Ban: A Step Back or a Smart Shift?

December 16, 2025

Europe's plan to stop selling new gas and diesel cars by 2035 is getting a makeover. This change is happening because some countries and carmakers are pushing back. They want more wiggle room, saying the switch to electric vehicles (EVs) is happening too fast. Germany and Italy are leading the char

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South Lebanon's Fight to Rebuild Amidst Ongoing Conflict

December 16, 2025

In 2025, a troubling pattern emerged in South Lebanon. Reports surfaced that the Israeli military was deliberately hindering reconstruction efforts in the region, even after a ceasefire was supposed to be in effect since late 2024. This alleged behavior raised serious concerns about international la

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EU's Plan to Use Russian Money for Ukraine Hits Roadblocks

December 16, 2025

The European Union is inching closer to a decision on how to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine. However, some major hurdles remain, and a final agreement might not be reached until Thursday's EU summit. Most of the frozen Russian assets, around 210 billion euros, are currently held in th

business

A French Health Giant Eyes Big Money Move

December 16, 2025

Doctolib, a major player in the health tech world, is in talks to secure a massive secondary investment. This deal, potentially worth hundreds of millions, could see Generation Investment Management snag a piece of the company from current shareholders. Doctolib's last big funding round in 2022 saw

politics

Ukraine's Leader Talks Peace in Germany

December 15, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was in Berlin for crucial peace discussions. He met with American envoy Steve Witkoff and top European leaders. This was the second day of intense talks to stop the war in Ukraine. The day before, Zelensky and Witkoff had a long meeting with German Chancellor

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Berlin Talks: Zelenskyy Seeks Peace on Fair Terms

December 14, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in Berlin for crucial discussions with US and European leaders. The main goal? To find a way to stop the ongoing war with Russia. Notably, Russia isn't part of these talks. The US is pushing Ukraine to make a deal with Russia, but Ukraine wants peace that

celebrities

Taylor Swift's Documentary Sparks Debate Over Israel Mentions

December 14, 2025

Fans of Taylor Swift are divided after the release of her documentary, "Taylor Swift: The End of an Era, " on Disney+. While many enjoyed the behind-the-scenes look at her Eras Tour, others are upset about references to Israel in the film. The documentary mentions Israel twice. First, in a scene wh