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New Year 2026 begins with brilliant fireworks in New Zealand, Australia
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Fireworks brightly lit in New Zealand to open the global New Year's Eve celebration, in the context of many places choosing to welcome 2026 in a quiet atmosphere.
World 24h: Asian country rises to become the 4th largest economy in the world
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Latest world news December 31st: India surpasses Japan to become the 4th largest economy in the world; Gold prices face a major breakthrough...
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New Year 2026 bustling around the world
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Many cities around the world have been filled with a bustling atmosphere welcoming the New Year 2026.
Germany warns of Russia's escalation
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned of Russia's escalating actions, calling on Europe to ensure security, peace and prosperity in 2026.
New Year's Eve moment in the world in the next 24 hours
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Counter-counting New Year's Eve and New Year's Eve fireworks around the world according to different time zones.
Russian newspaper: Ukraine's Kherson province switches to ruble use
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The southern Ukrainian province of Kherson will start using the Russian ruble as its currency instead of the hryvnia from May 1, according to Ria Novosti.
EU law circumvention to import Russian gas
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The EU increases imports of Russian gas through countries ready to pay in rubles.
Fire submerges Russian ammunition depot near Ukraine
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Fire submerged a Russian ammunition depot in the Belgorod region, bordering Ukraine, early on the morning of April 27.
Russia moves closer to gold payment requirements
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Russia is getting closer to the gold standard, requiring payment for goods to be determined by the gold content.
The private Boeing 767 townhouse is no different from a "flying villa"
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The Boeing 767 private plane is no different from a "flying villa" with 6 living areas, a family cinema, a conference room and a bathroom with a lotus pond and a marble table.
Russian ruble suddenly hits a spectacular peak
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The Russian ruble suddenly hit a nearly two-year high against the euro, while continuing to strengthen against the USD.
EU President calls on India to cut off oil and gas trade with Russia
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called on India to cut off oil and gas trade with Russia, stressing that such business activities are not sustainable.
Russia sets conditions for continuing direct negotiations with Ukraine
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Russia said Ukraine needed to take "meaningful" steps before any important negotiations could take place.
North Korea photoshoot to celebrate important holiday
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On the evening of April 25, North Korea held a parade in Pyongyang to mark an important national anniversary.
Fierce fire, burns down 400 houses in Jakarta, Indonesia
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A total of 400 homes and stores in the Gembrong market area in East Jakarta, Indonesia, were burned down on the evening of April 24.
France suffers consequences for EU sanctions on Russian ships
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France has been forced to use its budget to pay for the handling of Russian ships being held at port amid sanctions.
Russian oil depot fire near Ukrainian border
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A Russian oil depot caught fire in a Rostov region city near the Ukrainian border.
Unexpected military spending between Russia and the US when the whole world set a new record
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Global military spending increased again, setting a new record when Russia launched a military campaign in Ukraine and this trend will continue in Europe in particular.
Banning imports from Russia, UK government plans to open first coal mine in 30 years
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To reduce its dependence on Russian energy, the UK government is considering exploiting a new coal mine.
Finally, the EU has been paid for Russian gas in rubles
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The European Union has issued guidelines for paying for Russian gas in rubles.
