In Brazil, Santa arrives by jet ski
• Dec 18, 2024, 10:21 AM
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He came to bring joy and distribute gifts to dozens of disabled children.
The event was a joint effort by the city's fire brigade and non-profit organisations.
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At least 25 people dead and dozens missing after boat capsizes in DR Congo
• 11:59 AM
2 min
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s reliance on river transport has grown as security issues and poor infrastructure make road travel increasingly unsafe.
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Beer for the masses? North Korean beer bar opens in Pyongyang
• 11:44 AM
2 min
North Korea is advertising a brand new Western-style beer bar in its capital, but it will likely only be accessible to the city's elite and international tourists.
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DR Congo files criminal complaint against Apple over conflict minerals
• 11:09 AM
2 min
The tech giant says it "strongly disputes" the allegations after the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) filed criminal complaints in France and Belgium.
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Latest news bulletin | December 18th – Midday
• 11:00 AM
1 min
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Iran pauses implementation of stricter hijab law for women
• 10:44 AM
3 min
The bill’s delay follows defiance of existing hijab rules by Iranian women inspired by mass protests sparked by the 2022 death of Mahsa Amini.
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In Brazil, Santa arrives by jet ski
• 10:21 AM
1 min
On Tuesday, Santa arrived at Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on a jet ski.
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Italian caver Ottavia Piana rescued after 75 hours trapped underground
• 9:12 AM
2 min
The 32-year-old caver suffered various injuries after falling while exploring an uncharted area of the Bueno Fonteno cave near Bergamo on Saturday.
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Latest news bulletin | December 18th – Morning
• 6:00 AM
1 min
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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United Healthcare CEO shooting: Luigi Mangione charged with murder as an 'act of terrorism'
• 5:44 AM
5 min
Luigi Mangione has been indicted for the 4 December killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, facing multiple murder charges, including first-degree murder.
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Rebel group HTS gain foothold in Syria ten days after toppling Bashar al-Assad
• 2:57 AM
9 min
The Hayat Tahrir al-Sham group is looking to restore life in Syria to pre-civil war times. The rebel group, which orchestrated the stunning downfall of President Bashar al-Assad, is continuing to push out messages of unity to a population severely scarred
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