The Mariupol Drama Theatre, destroyed in a 2022 airstrike, reopens with a Russian fairytale. Survivors call it 'dancing on bones' as Russia pushes reconstruction and property seizures in the occupied city.
Turkish authorities have begun analysing the black boxes from the private jet crash that killed Libya's military chief and seven others. Read the latest on the investigation.
In a defiant Christmas address, President Zelensky prayed for peace but wished for Putin's demise as Russian attacks killed civilians. Read the latest on Ukraine's resilience and peace plan talks.
Exclusive images from Jeffrey Epstein's private island expose the disturbing backdrop to his crimes. As a new owner plans a luxury resort, can the location ever escape its dark history?
Algerian lawmakers have passed a historic law declaring France's 130-year colonisation a crime and demanding restitution. The move has been condemned by Paris as a 'hostile act'. Read the full story.
Ukraine launched a major drone attack on Moscow on Christmas Day as Kyiv signals willingness for peace. Read the latest on the conflict and NATO's response.
Russian forces routed from Kupyansk in a 'worse than critical' defeat, as Zelensky wishes for Putin's demise. Read the full report on the battlefield reversal.
The UK faces accusations of breaking a key aid pledge to Sudan, with drastic cuts to support for refugees in South Sudan driving a severe humanitarian crisis. Read the full report.
Exclusive figures reveal nearly 30,000 unaccompanied asylum-seeking boys have entered UK care since 2020, straining councils and sparking safeguarding concerns. Read the full investigation.
RAF Typhoons were launched to monitor Russian nuclear-capable bombers on a long-range Christmas Day mission over the Norwegian Sea. Follow the latest defence updates.
North Korea displays a near-complete nuclear-powered submarine hull, as Kim Jong Un condemns South Korea's own ambitions. Experts assess the strategic shift and potential Russian aid.
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Ukraine's president unveils a 20-point peace plan, proposing a demilitarised zone in Donbas in exchange for Russian withdrawal. Read the latest on the sensitive negotiations.
Exclusive figures reveal the UK government has spent more than a million pounds hiring social media influencers since 2024. Discover which departments are paying to reach young voters.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joined political rivals to serve Christmas lunch at a Sydney charity, announcing a $10m government pledge. Read about the bipartisan show of support.
Newly released grand jury transcripts detail Ghislaine Maxwell's pivotal role in Jeffrey Epstein's abuse network, as victims fear a potential pardon. Read the latest developments.
An 11-year-old braced for festive tension. Instead, she found her divorced parents and step-parents sharing a bed on Christmas morning, beginning a 25-year tradition of blended family harmony. Discover how this unconventional start taught lasting lessons
Discover the heartwarming story of how a Cold War military command's mistaken phone call evolved into a global festive phenomenon, tracking Santa for millions. Learn the facts and join the tradition.
Nick Bolkus, a former Labor senator and minister in the Hawke and Keating governments, has passed away at 75. A key figure in immigration and justice policy, his legacy is remembered by colleagues. Read more about his political career.
NSW Police impose a two-week ban on all protests across Sydney following the Bondi Beach terror incident. Advocacy groups prepare a constitutional challenge.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky outlines a 20-point peace proposal involving demilitarised zones, as a fresh explosion in Moscow claims three lives. Read the latest developments.
A leading academic warns AI-powered surveillance will be the norm in Australia within a decade, creating a society where 'every move is monitored' and privacy is extinct. Read the full analysis.
The Trump administration has announced a series of significant executive actions on immigration and trade, sparking immediate legal and political challenges. Discover the key details and potential impacts.
North Korea displays a near-complete nuclear-powered submarine hull, as Kim Jong Un condemns South Korea's own ambitions. Expert analysis suggests a launch could be imminent. Explore the regional security implications.
Donald Trump faces backlash for discussing election wins and 'bad Santa' with children during the traditional NORAD Christmas Eve tracker calls. Read the full story and reaction.
President Donald Trump peppered traditional NORAD Santa calls with children on Christmas Eve 2025 with unsubstantiated election victory claims and partisan rhetoric, sparking criticism.
Two illegal immigrants hospitalised after a dramatic ICE raid in Glen Burnie. Shots fired as van allegedly used as a weapon against federal agents. Read the full investigation.
Ukraine's president offers a potential compromise for peace, as a Russian poll suggests 2026 war end. Read the latest on day 1,401 of the conflict.
CBS News head Bari Weiss faces internal revolt after cancelling a 60 Minutes report on Trump's deportation policy. Her Christmas Eve plea to rebuild trust backfires spectacularly.
Waverley Council urges thousands to avoid Bronte Beach on Christmas Day due to major construction and safety risks from last year's chaotic 'Orphan's Christmas' event.