New Traffic Congestion Fee System Implemented in New York
new york January 5, 2025 14:56The new congestion fee system for vehicles in the US has been implemented in New York for the first time to tackle traffic congestion.
The new congestion fee system for vehicles in the US has been implemented in New York for the first time to tackle traffic congestion.
Ukraine has launched an attack in the Kursk region, prompting Russia to send its top general to the area. The conflict escalates as both sides engage in military action.
The US is expected to be hit by severe winter conditions, including heavy snow, dangerous ice, rain, and severe thunderstorms affecting approximately 62 million people starting from today. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) warns that this could be the most severe snowfall in the last 10 years.
A Russian passenger plane made an emergency landing in Egypt due to a technical issue shortly after takeoff.
Israeli military continues its attacks in Gaza Strip, causing casualties and targeting hospitals and refugee camps.
A prisoner in Arles prison in southern France has taken a prison employee and 4 healthcare workers hostage. The Minister of Justice, Gerald Darmanin, has announced that all resources are being mobilized to deal with the situation.
A record number of migrants arrived at the Canary Islands in 2024, with notable numbers coming from Pakistan and Bangladesh. Spain has become a key entry point to Europe alongside Italy.
Elon Musk's recent comments and support for the pro-Russian AfD party in Germany have sparked backlash and controversy.
According to a news report in The Sun, the deposed Syrian leader Bashar Assad was reportedly the target of an assassination attempt. Assad, who fled to Russia with his family and is currently in exile in Moscow after the fall of the regime, reportedly fell ill last Sunday.
Sweden has initiated a wolf hunt to halve the population of the endangered predator amid difficulties in coexisting with the species. The hunt has sparked controversy and has been deemed illegal by the EU.
Russia's Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman, Maria Zakharova, stated that the flow of Russian gas to Europe via Ukraine has been stopped, blaming the US for prioritizing its own economy.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has recently unveiled a new warship, marking the largest torpeda destroyer ever built by the country.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has instructed the Russian government and the country's largest bank, Sberbank, to enhance cooperation in the field of artificial intelligence with China.
Night-long drone attacks by Russia on Ukraine's capital Kiev resulted in casualties and damages. 63 drones were shot down, leaving 1 dead and 6 injured.
Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara stated that the French forces will withdraw from the country, emphasizing the need for the people to take pride in their modernized armed forces.
Recent news reveals that Russia has officially halted natural gas shipments to Europe through Ukraine, sparking fears of an energy crisis in the continent. The situation has put Turkey in focus as a key route for gas flow.
The upcoming year of 2025 is set to bring new challenges and opportunities on the global stage. From geopolitical shifts to technological advancements, a wide range of topics will shape the agenda for the year ahead.
The US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on Iran and Russia, accusing them of attempting to interfere in the 2024 US elections. The sanctions target an affiliate of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and an organization linked to Russia's GRU.
The Finnish police have published photos of the oil tanker Eagle S, which is suspected of causing a recent cable break in the Baltic Sea.
Elon Musk's recent statements and actions are causing quite a stir, with questions arising about his potential to overshadow Donald Trump. Read more about the unfolding situation.
Honderden mannen uitgewisseld tussen Rusland en Oekraïne, maar velen blijven in onzekerheid. Duizenden Oekraïners zuchten onder terreur in Poetins gevangenissen, volgens rapporten van mishandeling en marteling.
The world is starting to celebrate the arrival of 2025. The Pacific island nation of Kiribati became the first country to usher in the new year. The first country to enter 2025 was Kiritimati, also known as Christmas Island. The island nation welcomed the new year at 00:00 local time (13:00 GMT). Following Kiribati in the central Pacific Ocean, New Zealand and Australia are expected to enter the new year next. DETAILS ARE COMING...
Thailand's Foreign Ministry announced that Thailand will become a partner country of BRICS starting from January 1, 2025.
Russia and Ukraine have conducted a prisoner exchange, with more than 300 Russian and Ukrainian soldiers returning to their countries.
Former Russian international footballer Aleksej Boegaev, who played in the 2004 UEFA European Championship, has been reported dead in the ongoing war with Ukraine.
Following the overthrow of the Assad regime in Syria, the temporary government has appointed Deputy Central Bank President Maysaa Sabrine as the President of the Central Bank, making her the first woman to hold this position.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved a law that allows for the suspension of any ban relating to the activities of a terrorist organization, including the removal of the Taliban from the terror list. The law, which does not mention any specific terrorist organization, was signed by Putin.
The damage to energy and communication cables under the Baltic Sea has intensified discussions of 'hybrid warfare' in the region.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called on China to exert necessary pressure on North Korea to prevent them from losing their lives in European wars.
Slovakia threatens Ukraine over gas transit, causing concerns in Europe. The possibility of gas supply disruption between the two countries raises alarms.