December 8, 2025

Nigeria Frees 100 Kidnapped Schoolchildren from St Mary’s Amid Crisis

Nigeria is set to get back 100 schoolchildren kidnapped last month from St Mary’s school. The release brings hope but 165 others remain captive in this ongoing security crisis.

December 8, 2025

NSW Firefighter Dies as Premier Warns of Foreboding Bushfire Season

A NSW firefighter died after a tree fell during bushfire efforts on the mid-north coast. Premier Chris Minns called it a 'foreboding beginning' to summer's fire threats. Around 700 firefighters are tackling numerous blazes statewide.

December 8, 2025

Russia Welcomes Trump’s New US Security Strategy, Hopes for Peace Talks on Ukraine

Russia praised the Trump administration’s updated security strategy, calling it aligned with Moscow’s views and hopeful for peace in Ukraine amid ongoing attacks. Talks continue in the US, while shelling kills civilians in Ukraine.

December 8, 2025

Australia's Yipirinya Indigenous School in Crisis After Principal Found Guilty of Assault

Yipirinya, one of Australia's oldest Indigenous schools, is in crisis. Its former principal was found guilty of assaulting students. The school faces major staff cuts and possible collapse amid serious management issues.

December 8, 2025

West African Forces Deployed to Benin After Failed Coup Attempt

West African troops moved swiftly into Benin on Sunday after soldiers tried and failed to take over the government. President Patrice Talon confirmed control. ECOWAS sent forces from Ghana, Nigeria, Ivory Coast, and Sierra Leone to support Benin’s army and protect the country’s democracy.