New Zealand's paid firefighters struck for one hour on Dec. 26, 2025, over pay and working conditions, delaying non-urgent responses.

A South Korean probe into the Dec. 29, 2024, Jeju Air crash, which killed 179, is delayed, angering families who blame systemic failures and poor oversight.

Prime Minister Mark Carney reversed key environmental policies, slowing Canada’s emissions cuts to 21% by 2030.

Ukrainian forces advance near Kupyansk, with Russian troops nearing collapse and the city likely lost.

A judge granted bail to former Louisville officer Brett Hankison, convicted in Breonna Taylor’s 2020 killing, allowing his release during appeal.

Hickenlooper and Bennet backed a spending bill funding NCAR, opposing cuts to climate and weather research.

New Zealand First leader Winston Peters says his party is ready for 2026, values coalition unity, and rejects working with Labour.

Canada’s pension fund surplus plan for early retirements sparks union fury over retirement security and budget risks.

UK pensioners denied higher PIP mobility rate due to age may get up to £308 backpay after legal change.

Israel proposes crocodile-surrounded prison; Ben Gvir pushes death penalty for Palestinians over Oct. 7 attacks.