Magdeburg mourns Christmas market attack victims as fears swirl of deeper social divisions

The U.K.'s Office for National Statistics reported that Britain's economy saw 0% growth in the third quarter of 2024, down from a preliminary estimate of 0.1%. This data, along with recent weak economic figures and concerns over the Labour government's fiscal strategy, has led to questions about the country's economic outlook. The Bank of England held interest rates steady at 4.75%, despite expectations of a rate cut, as inflation rose to 2.6% in November following...

In Zagreb, Croatia, hundreds marched in silence to demand action after a pupil was killed and three others wounded in a school knife attack. Teachers' unions organized the march to urge authorities to improve school safety, with similar events held in other cities. The ministry of education is considering measures like locking doors or entry control, as the suspected attacker, a former student, was apprehended while cutting himself. Full Article

A series of Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip in the past 24 hours has resulted in the deaths of at least 50 Palestinians, including children, in various locations such as a tent camp, a school-turned-shelter, and a vehicle carrying security personnel and displaced individuals. The attacks also targeted a school housing displaced people and an area north of a refugee camp, leading to further casualties. This escalation of violence adds to the already devastating...

During Derek Mitchell's tenure as U.S. ambassador to Myanmar, the country saw a fragile but significant democratic opening after years of military dictatorship. The release of political prisoners, liberalization of civil society, and landmark elections in 2015 under iconic leader Aung San Suu Kyi were celebrated by the U.S. and its partners. This progress was seen as a test of Barack Obama's foreign policy promise to engage with countries willing to open up, and a...

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has questioned the "choices" made by people close to forward Marcus Rashford, who recently expressed readiness for a new challenge. Rashford has been left out of several recent matches, fueling speculation about a possible departure from Old Trafford in January. Amorim is focused on improving Rashford and addressing the situation with the club, as United currently sits in 13th place in the Premier League. Full Article

On Tuesday, the Combined Rail Unions and the NSW government will appear before the Fair Work Commission to address a proposed rail strike that could impact Sydney's New Year's Eve fireworks. The government argues that the strike endangers lives due to limited train services, while the union has dropped eight proposed actions to prepare for the hearing. The union is seeking a 32% pay rise over four years, while the government contends that funds are...