Blast at explosives factory in Turkiye kills 12

A "massive missile attack" struck Ukraine's Kharkiv, with Mayor Igor Terekhov reporting multiple explosions and incoming ballistic missiles. Russian forces shot down Ukrainian drones, while Ukraine launched Kalibr cruise missiles. The escalation comes as Russia advances in eastern Ukraine ahead of US president-elect Donald Trump's inauguration. Full Article

On December 26, 2024, Aaj Ka Panchang notes the observance of Mandala Pooja and Saphala Ekadashi, with Ekadashi and Dwadashi Tithis of Krishna Paksha occurring. Sunrise is predicted at 7:12 AM and sunset at 5:32 PM, while the day's Nakshatra is Swati until 6:09 PM, transitioning to Vishakha. Shubh Muhurat includes Pratah Sandhya from 5:50 AM to 7:12 AM, with Rahu Kalam from 1:39 PM to 2:57 PM and Yamaganda Muhurat from 7:12 AM to...

Donald Trump revealed that during a Christmas visit, he urged hockey legend Wayne Gretzky to run for prime minister. Trump made the comments in a video, stating that he believes Gretzky would win if he decided to run for the position. The interaction between Trump and Gretzky occurred during a visit to Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort. Full Article

Desi Bouterse, a military strongman who led a 1980 coup in Suriname, died at 79 despite facing charges of drug smuggling and murder. Bouterse's legacy was divisive, with supporters praising his charisma and social programs, while opponents condemned him as a ruthless dictator convicted of extrajudicial killings. His reign included a civil war, international isolation, and a 20-year prison sentence for the murders of 15 opponents in 1982, shaping the history of Suriname since its...

Gavin and Stacey fans were left in tears after the "perfect ending" to the last episode of the BBC sitcom, which saw Smithy finally propose to Nessa after years of anticipation. The episode revealed that Smithy initially failed to accept Nessa's proposal, but ultimately realized his true feelings and asked her to marry him. Fans took to social media to express their emotions, with many praising the ending as a fitting conclusion to the beloved...

Lava continues to spew from Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, following an eruption on Hawaii's Big Island. The eruption began on Monday, staying within the summit caldera of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, with live images showing a burst of lava from the Halema'uma'u crater. This marks the sixth eruption in Kilauea's summit caldera since 2020, occurring in an area closed to the public since 2007 due to hazards. Full Article