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FILE — President Donald Trump walks with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine at the White House in Washington, on Monday, Aug. 18, 2025. Trump said in an interview published on Dec. 9 that Europe was weak and its nations were Òdecaying,Ó days after his administration issued a strategy paper that indicated that the United States should no longer guarantee the continentÕs security. (Doug Mills/The New York Times)

Europe is ‘decaying’ and has ‘weak’ leaders: Trump

US President Donald Trump’s comments have widened the dispute with his European counterparts over Europe’s future and how to end Russia’s war in Ukraine.

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A foster mother is facing multiple charges after she allegedly trapped a woman in a dog kennel.

Horrified neighbour finds young woman locked in dog kennel

He heard screams and found the 22-year-old locked up, begging to be set free. WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT

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Fresh details have emerged after British adult star Bonnie Blue and a group of 17 men were arrested in Bali.

Bonnie Blue facing jail time as Bali arrest details emerge

Fresh details have emerged after British adult star Bonnie Blue and a group of 17 men, mainly Australians, were arrested in Bali, with officials confirming the investigation is still unfolding.

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Inside the mortuary.

More than 100 bodies found in organ-harvesting horror

Police raids have uncovered a suspected organ harvesting operation, with more than 100 mutilated, decomposing corpses discovered in a private mortuary. WARNING: Graphic

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, second from left, hosts a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and French President Emmanuel Macron at 10 Downing Street.

Zelensky rejects ceding land as US seeks ‘compromise’

THE NEW YORK TIMES: Despite pressure from the Trump administration, Mr Zelensky said Ukraine’s position on territory had not changed.

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Lynas' Malaysia processing plant in Pahang. Lynas Rare Earths

How Japan built a rare-earth supply chain without China

The 15-year effort by Japan is a model for countries now scrambling to reduce their dependence on Beijing’s critical metals.

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Luigi Mangione appears in Manhattan Criminal Court for an evidence hearing on Monday, December 8, 2025.

Why bullets from Mangione’s bag could be struck from evidence

Police hunting the killer of a US health care CEO say they found a gun magazine in underwear inside Luigi Mangione's backpack while searching him at McDonald's. However, it might be struck from evidence.

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A new lawsuit has claimed a cruise passenger was ‘negligently served’ at least 33 alcoholic beverages before he died aboard.

Family says cruise passenger served 33 drinks before death

A new lawsuit has claimed a cruise passenger was ‘negligently served’ at least 33 alcoholic beverages before unleashing on crew members in a violent rage.

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British, French and German leaders have met in London with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to tweak a US-draft plan to end Russia’s war.

European leaders hold urgent talks on Ukraine peace deal

British, French and German leaders have met in London with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to tweak a US-draft plan to end Russia's war.

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Japan earthquake

‘Do not leave’: Tsunami warning as 7.6 earthquake hits Japan

An enormous 7.6 magnitude quake has struck Japan late at night, with major warnings issued for 90,000 people, as horror videos of the shudder emerge.

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Bryan Kohberger killed four university students.

Kohberger tries to ‘buddy up’ with serial killers in prison

He killed four university students in a brutal stabbing attack. Now he is trying to get to know prisoners who he thinks are on his level.

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Thai military have launched air strikes against Cambodia.

Thailand fires strikes at Cambodia after soldier killed

Thailand has launched air strikes against Cambodia after one of its soldiers was reportedly killed by gunfire.

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US President Donald Trump presents actor Sylvester Stallone with a medal as part of the 2025 Kennedy Center Honours.

Kennedy Center honours stars but Trump takes spotlight

Sylvester Stallone, disco queen Gloria Gaynor and KISS all found themselves in supporting roles as the President once again took control of proceedings.

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Interior Minister Alassane Seidou says Benin's armed forces have thwarted an attempted coup.

‘Senseless adventure’: African coup foiled, says government

Benin’s President has condemned an attempted coup that was foiled by the country’s army in his first public comments since sporadic gunfire was heard in parts of the country’s capital.

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During Prince Harry's last UK visit in September, a "known stalker" came "within feet" of him. (AP PHOTO)

Prince Harry wins security review months after close call with stalker

Prince Harry has reportedly won a Home Office review of the decision to strip him of 24-hour armed police protection on visits to the UK.

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