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Goodbye 2025, Hello 2026! The world rings in the New Year
As the clocks turned 12, midnight skies came to life with dazzling displays of fireworks as country after country welcomed the New Year. As we enter 2026, here's a glimpse at how the world celebrated the moment
In Photos: Eurostar disruptions throw New Year’s Eve plans off track
For hundreds and thousands across Europe, holiday travel turned into a nightmare on Tuesday when Eurostar suspended its train services. The cancellations were the result of a power supply issue in the Channel Tunnel. While services have resumed, authorities have noted that disruptions and delays would continue for a second day too
The 25 images that left a lasting impression in 2025
The highest of highs and the lowest of lows. That's one way to describe the year, 2025. This year, we saw the return of Donald Trump and a reshuffle of the global order. We also witnessed Gen Z protests toppling a government in Nepal, as well as a fragile ceasefire taking place in the Gaza war. As we prepare to bid adieu to 2025, we reflect on all that has happened
2025 Review: From Diogo Jota to Hulk Hogan to Daniel Naroditsky, remembering the sports stars we lost
From the tragic car crash that claimed Liverpool's dynamic forward Diogo Jota at just 28, to the sudden losses of wrestling icon Hulk Hogan and chess prodigy Daniel Naroditsky, 2025 left us without some of our most beloved superstars.
2025 Review: PSG’s colourful bus-parade, Lyles’ star-spangled celebration and other top sporting pictures
From the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala going dark under extraordinary circumstances to Donald Trump gate-crashing Chelsea's victory celebration in the FIFA Club World Cup final, we take a look at some of the top sporting pictures from 2025.
In Pics | Get into the Christmas spirit at these wonderful markets
December is considered to be the holiday season. With Christmas and New Year, the month is all about food, decorations and the company of friends and family. If you are looking to celebrate Christmas in a special way, here are some markets you can visit across the world
In Photos | Bondi Beach stands still to honour lost souls
A week after as many as 15 people were killed in a shooting at Australia's Bondi Beach, thousands gathered at the site to mark the solemn moment. They observed a moment of silence and lit candles in memory of those who were gunned down
In Photos | A heartbreaking goodbye to Matilda, youngest victim of Bondi Beach terror attack
Family and friends flocked to Chevra Kadisha Memorial Hall in Sydney for the funeral of Matilda, a 10-year-old primary school student, who was killed in the Bondi Beach terror attack. They remembered her fondly as a joyous child who spread love everywhere she went
In Photos | Who was Nitama, feline stationmaster at Japan's Kishi station whose funeral brought out hundreds?
Nitama, a feline stationmaster in Japan, passed away recently. A funeral to honour the life of the female calico cat, who was appointed 'Honorary Special Stationmaster', was attended by over 500 people, including associates and fans. Let's take a closer look at what we know about Nitama – Meta
Riveting riverbeds, rock formations and more… Landscapes that will leave you wide-eyed
These aren’t just landscape photographs. They are the best in the world. Scroll down to see more if you don’t believe us
In Photos | What we asked Alexa in 2025
Amazon has rounded up Alexa's most asked questions of 2025. One of the most asked questions on the device this year was, 'what does AI mean?' Here's a list of top queries that made the cut
In Photos | Who holds the strongest passports in 2025?
Arton Capital, a global citizenship financial advisory service, has released a list of the strongest passports in 2025 under Passport Index data. The United Arab Emirates has secured the first position. Here are some of the other countries on the list
In Photos | Dharmendra to Grok, what India googled the most in 2025
Internet search giant, Google, has released its annual 'India’s Year in Search 2025: The A to Z of Trending Searches' report. This shows the most searched trends that fascinated Indians this year. From Dharmendra to the Maha Kumbh, here's what got Indians googling
Pet pooja: Which Indian cities are among the world's best for food?
TasteAtlas, a global food and travel guide, has released its list of the World's 100 Best Food Cities. While Mumbai has made it to the top five, other Indian cities such as Delhi, Kolkata and Hyderabad are also mentioned
'The name's Mamdani'... Which were 2025's most mispronounced words?
Do you know how to pronounce the name of New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani? If not, don't worry; you are among the many who were left tongue-tied. And the list didn't stop there
In Photos | December’s Cold Supermoon was a vibe
The last supermoon of the year, the Cold Moon, graced the skies across the world on the intervening night of December 4-5. People were dazzled by the views of the Moon as it appeared larger and brighter than usual
In Photos | Delhi rolls out the red carpet for Russia’s Vladimir Putin
The stage is set for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s arrival in Delhi today (December 4). Unprecedented security, Modi-Putin flex boards, and flags are in place, as India awaits its ‘all-weather friend’
In Photos | Trees, wreaths and Legos… Melania Trump’s Christmas decorations for the White House
The White House Christmas decorations have been unveiled, and it’s a beautiful sight. US First Lady Melania Trump’s theme for the season is ‘Home is where the heart is’, and decorations include a giant Lego portrait of her 79-year-old husband, a huge gingerbread White House, thousands of decorative butterflies, and more than 50 Christmas trees
In Pics | Rivers overflow, cities swamped: Sri Lanka struggles to contain flood that killed 56
Sri Lanka is drowning as heavy rains lash the country, leading to 56 deaths. Schools and government offices have been shut until further notice. The island nation is bracing for even more destruction ahead of Cyclone Ditwah’s landfall
In Photos | ‘Once in 300 years’ rain leaves Thailand a watery mess
Thailand is facing one of its worst floods in nearly 300 years due to extreme rainfall. Thirty-three people have already lost their lives, while thousands of others have been evacuated from nearly 10 regions. Here are some images of the watery mess caused
From Jakarta to Seoul, inside the world’s 10 most populous cities
The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs has released its latest report - World Urbanisation Prospects 2025: Summary of Results, which throws light on the world's most populous cities. This year, Jakarta took the number one spot after overtaking Tokyo, which had held the position for many years
Butterfly Kiss! The very best of nature photography revealed
A satiated polar bear after a kill, a butterfly captivating a silverback gorilla and more… These raw, powerful scenes capturing nature at its most real are sure to get you excited and wild!
Travel bug bitten you? Head to these top trending destinations
If you are looking to travel in 2026, consider the top destinations as ranked by American Express Travel. From the Indian Himalayas to Okinawa Islands in Japan, these are the best places to visit in the coming year
Flying taxis, India’s Tejas and more… Inside the grand Dubai air show
The 2025 Dubai air show, running from November 17 to 21, is a must-visit for all aviation enthusiasts. The event has already witnessed major aircraft orders, high-flying acrobatics and futuristic aviation technologies
When the political tides shift... Sheikh Hasina, Zulfikar Bhutto & other leaders who were sentenced to death
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was convicted of crimes against humanity and sentenced to death for allowing the use of lethal force against protesters during the student protests in 2024. However, she is not the only head of government who has met this fate. Here is a look back at a few other prominent world leaders who faced execution in the past
In Photos | Is Nitish Kumar set to be India's longest-serving CM? A look at historic tenures
With the National Democratic Alliance's thumping victory in the Bihar Assembly elections, the Janata Dal-United's Nitish Kumar is on course to take oath as chief minister once again. The veteran politician has already served as Bihar's chief minister nine times. But who else has the honour of serving as CM for so long?
In Photos | NDA erupts with joy after it achieves 'is baar 200 paar' in Bihar
Celebrations have erupted across Bihar as the ruling BJP-led National Democratic Alliance secured a landslide victory in the Assembly elections. Supporters grooved to the beats of the drum and music as the coalition passed the majority mark of 122 seats
In Photos | Night skies turn 50 shades of pink and green, courtesy the northern lights
Skywatchers were treated to the northern lights or aurora borealis across North America. The lights, which occurred due to a geomagnetic storm, created stunning images across the sky. Here are some of the mesmerising images
In Photos | Sun, sand and serenity... Asian destinations to escape to this winter
Winter is approaching steadily in India, and if you are someone who does not relish the cold days, it is time for you to take a vacation. Asia, with its serene beaches and warm climate, is one of the best places to travel to during the winter season
In Photos | After Kalmaegi, super typhoon Fung-Wong leaves trail of death and destruction in the Philippines
Super Typhoon Fung-wong has claimed the lives of two people in the Philippines, while more than 1.4 million people have been displaced from their homes. This is the second typhoon that has hit the island, which is still recovering from the effects of Typhoon Kalmaegi’s devastation last week. These images are a testament of the devastation