Wednesday, January 15, 2025

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January 7, 2025

Two bodies found in JetBlue plane’s landing gear compartment in Florida

Authorities have yet to determine how long the individuals were in the landing gear compartment or the circumstances leading to their deaths.

jetBlue aircrft
January 7, 2025

Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of France’s far-right National Front, dies at 96

Jordan Bardella, the current president of the party Mr Le Pen established, confirmed his death on X.

Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of France’s far-right National Front (Credit: BBC)
January 7, 2025

 Pope appoints first Catholic woman to head major office in Holy See

Her appointment is seen as a milestone for the Catholic Church as it continues to navigate debates about women’s roles in leadership.

Sister Simona Brambilla
January 7, 2025

U.S. records first human death from bird flu in Louisiana

A Louisiana patient has become the first reported fatality from bird flu in the United States.

Body bag in hospital
January 6, 2025

Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau resigns

Mr Trudeau said he intends to remain in his role until his successor is chosen, urging Canadians to unite behind the new leader.

Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau
January 6, 2025

2025 Golden Globe Awards (Full List): ‘The Brutalist’, ‘Emilia Pérez’ win big

Known for its more relaxed and star-studded atmosphere than other awards shows, the ceremony often sets the tone for the rest of the awards season. 

Fernanda Torres and Adrien Brody
January 5, 2025

Biden confers presidential medal of freedom on Hillary, Romney, Johnson, others

The event also recognised prominent Democratic fundraisers, including billionaire philanthropist George Soros and Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour.

Hillary Clinton, George Romney, Lionel Messi
January 3, 2025

Mike Johnson re-elected U.S. House speaker

Mr Johnson narrowly secured the position after prolonged negotiations.

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson (Credit: BBC)
January 3, 2025

Alcoholic beverages should carry cancer-warning label as cigarettes: U.S. Surgeon General

Mr Murthy encouraged healthcare providers to discuss the link between alcohol and cancer with patients and promote alcohol screening and treatment referrals.

Cancer-warning sign