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The Globe & Mail
Among bar, nightclub and music venue fires of recent decades, these were some of the deadliest
Ukrainian power infrastructure damaged in Russian drone attack overnight
Swiss emergency services at scene of deadly ski resort bar fire during New Year's Eve celebrations
For California farmers, the agave plant is a source of hope in parched times
Dozens killed, 100 injured in fire at Swiss ski resort bar during New Year’s celebration, police say
The Guardian
Charlton v Coventry, Derby v Middlesbrough, and more: Football League – live
Switzerland resort fire latest news: ‘several dozen’ dead in Crans-Montana, as video appears to show bar ceiling alight
Two charities that received £1.1m from Sackler Trust kept anonymous to prevent ‘serious prejudice’
Gary Anderson and Ryan Searle show class and surge into world darts semis
The perfect way to beat the slump: how to tackle mid-afternoon energy dips
ABC
Australian property market hits first snag in years
Russia says 20 killed in Ukrainian strike in occupied Kherson region
More than 120 business leaders call for Bondi attack royal commission
WA police searching for snorkeller missing off Ledge Point Beach
Man, 34, charged with 66 offences after police hunt in Latrobe Valley
BBC
What we know about the Switzerland ski resort fire
Several dozen feared dead in Swiss ski resort bar fire
New discovery may challenge theory Vikings built first Irish towns - researcher
Social media fuelled Mamdani's rise. Can he keep the momentum as New York mayor?
Netherlands police face 'unprecedented' New Year's violence
CBC
Zohran Mamdani sworn in as New York City mayor at historic subway station
Dozens feared dead, hundreds injured after 'nightmare' blaze in Swiss ski resort bar on New Year's Eve
Some snowbirds want out of Florida. A bad housing market makes it hard to leave
Father and son dress as Santa, visit Gaza tent city with gifts, music to celebrate New Year
Trump's 'unprecedented' diplomat recall sparks concerns over politicization of foreign service
National Post
Somaliland denies that Israeli recognition was based on accepting Gazans, IDF base
Dozens reportedly killed at luxury ski resort in Switzerland after fire ravages bar
Crackdown on protesters continues in Iran as Israel military speeds up war preparations
Meat alternatives and protein maxxing are out, plus other food trends to watch for in 2026
Where is the true north? How the magnetic north pole is drifting away from Canada — and toward Russia
Al Jazeera
Somali president: Israel deal with Somaliland tied to hosting Palestinians
Enzo Maresca leaves Chelsea after just 18 months as manager
Russia claims Ukrainian drone attack killed 24 people in Kherson
Bulgaria adopts euro amid celebration and anxiety over inflation
Who are the Palestine Action hunger strikers?
Times of India
Iran unrest: 3 killed as protests spread; chants against theocracy grow louder
I&B ministry denies directing edits to Dhurandhar, says changes proposed by makers
Hindu man attacked in Bangladesh: Mob pours petrol, sets him on fire; victim critical
Denny Hamlin shares mother’s health update after tragic fire kills father
Ukraine attack on Putin residence: After CIA rejects claim, Russia to give proof to US
New York Times
Crans-Montana is a Historic Swiss Ski Resort Popular with International Tourists
Threat to Suspend Aid for Minnesota Child-Care Centers Rattles Families
Oil Tanker Fleeing the Coast Guard Now Listed in Russian Ship Database
Mayor Mamdani Appoints a Team of Government Veterans
How Two Powerful U.S. Allies Came to Blows in Yemen
Nation Africa
Oburu Oginga: I’ll be ODM’s 2027 presidential candidate if party goes it alone
Scandal of Grade 10 school choices changed without learners’ requests
This is why you won’t keep your New Year’s resolution
‘Night running’: How witchcraft-linked rural ritual became a city staple
Trans Mara's new year: A battle for peace and justice under curfew
South China Morning Post
Hong Kong girl, 13, arrested over fight with teen at ‘Lan Kwai Fong of Gen Z’
3 killed in Iran as cost-of-living protests turn violent
Taiwan arms, missing Chinese boy, Trump’s Jimmy Lai appeal: 7 US-China relations reads
Beijing’s Venezuela plans, Mexico-China tariffs: 7 Latin America relations reads
China’s Ukraine war role, EU vs Shein and Temu, Trump-Modi call: 7 global relations reads
National Public Radio
Rideshare union rights, social media limits and other state laws taking effect Jan. 1
Guides to help you tackle your New Year's resolutions
Dozens presumed dead in fire at Swiss Alps bar during New Year's celebration
Warren Buffett officially retires as Berkshire Hathway's CEO
Crypto soared in 2025 — and then crashed. Now what?
Japan Times
Nissan management shake-up plans reported as sharks circle
Japanese sake brewery to make foray into Indian market
Toyota eyes lunar rover powered by regenerative fuel-cell tech
British PM Rishi Sunak avoids wipeout in key local elections
Extreme heat and weather conditions attributed to stagnant jet stream