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A new smoking ban has been introduced in Milan, Italy, with fines ranging from 40 to 240 euros for those who do not comply with the ban.

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.

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced a political solution to the government crises in the country by planning to hold referendums on critical issues in 2025.

KKTC President Tatar stated that 2024 was a year of recovery for KKTC despite attacks by Greek Cypriots in the fields of economy, tourism, and education.

The identity of the woman who was killed by arson in the New York metro has been announced by the police.

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.

In Kosovo's city of Prizren, fireworks sold for New Year's celebrations caught fire on a street stall. The explosion of the ignited fireworks resulted in 2 people being injured.

The FBI found 150 homemade bombs during a search at a residence in Virginia last month, marking the largest number of explosives ever discovered by the intelligence agency with an individual.

Israeli state television Kan claims that Hamas requested a temporary ceasefire in Gaza to prepare the list of prisoners' demands, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that conflicts in Gaza will resume after a ceasefire deal with Hamas.

Elon Musk has changed his name to Kekius Maximus on X without giving any explanation. The name change coincided with a surge in the value of a cryptocurrency called Kekius Maximus, named after a popular internet meme.

Poland has assumed the rotating presidency of the European Union from Hungary, with a focus on security, defense, migration, and reducing dependency on energy.

Bulgaria and Romania have officially become part of the Schengen area, allowing visa-free travel, following a decision by the EU Council. This decision, ratified on December 12, 2024, marks an important milestone for the two countries.

As the Netherlands enters 2025, violent incidents occurred with many people being detained. Firework attacks and fires were reported in Amsterdam and Poelenburg districts during New Year's celebrations.

Recent controversies in the United States have sparked suspicions about undisclosed government projects, stirring debates among the public.

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 police in New York have identified the woman who was set on fire in the subway after more than a week.

French President Emmanuel Macron admitted regret over calling for early parliamentary elections in June, stating that it resulted in more instability than peace.

Asian countries celebrated the new year of 2025 with impressive fireworks and light shows. Find out how different countries marked the beginning of the year.

Two men have been found dead in a remote forest in the state of Washington, USA, after allegedly searching for the mythical creature Bigfoot.

Two people were stabbed in the Charlottenburg district of Berlin. A Syrian resident of Sweden has been arrested by the police.

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.

In Germany, a man was shot dead by the police after stealing an excavator and causing chaos. The incident occurred in Grünsfeld, Baden-Württemberg.

A summary of the deadliest plane crashes that occurred in various countries in 2024 resulting in a total of 282 fatalities.

Do Kwon, the founder of Terra Luna and TerraUSD cryptocurrencies, has been extradited to the US from Montenegro after being arrested last year. The 31-year-old South Korean entrepreneur faced legal proceedings for alleged fraud in the crypto industry.

A Seoul court has issued an arrest warrant for suspended President Yoon Suk-yeol on charges of abuse of power and incitement to rebellion.

After nearly 23 years of captivity, one of the first detainees imprisoned at the controversial American Guantanamo prison in Cuba has been extradited to Tunisia.

The Kyrgyzstan government has announced that education institutions associated with FETÖ have been transferred to the Maarif Foundation.