December 13, 2025

DHS Ends Family Reunification Parole Program for Seven Countries

DHS has announced the end of all family reunification parole programs for aliens from seven countries, citing security risks and fraud concerns. Current parole ends by January 14, 2026, with conditions for those applying for permanent residency.

December 13, 2025

Deadly Fire at Goa’s Birch Nightclub Kills 25; Safety Violations Under Scrutiny

A fire at Birch nightclub in Goa on December 6 killed 25 people including staff and tourists. Investigations reveal safety breaches. Authorities arrest staff and seek owners in Thailand.

December 13, 2025

Thailand and Cambodia Agree to Ceasefire After Deadly Border Clash, Says Trump

US President Donald Trump announced that Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to stop fighting from this evening. This follows recent deadly clashes that killed 20 and displaced 500,000 people. The two nations will return to the original peace agreement brokered by Trump and Malaysia's leader.

December 13, 2025

US Labor Secretary Cracks Down on H-1B Visa Abuses to Protect American Jobs

US Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer announces a stronger clampdown on H-1B visa misuse. The Project Firewall targets wage suppression and protects domestic workers with nearly 200 investigations underway.

December 13, 2025

Turkish Car Ferry Hit by Strike at Ukraine's Odesa Port, Fire Breaks Out

A Turkish car ferry carrying food supplies caught fire after a strike hit it at Ukraine's Odesa port. Ukraine blames Russia, which has not responded. No crew injuries reported.

December 13, 2025

TheBurntPeanut Denies VTuber Harassment Claims After Controversial Award Win

TheBurntPeanut has denied claims that his fans harassed fellow VTuber Ironmouse after she defended him following his controversial Best VTuber win at The Streamer Awards 2025. The clash highlights deep divisions and toxicity concerns in the VTuber community.

December 13, 2025

EU Freeszes €210bn Russian Assets Indefinitely to Help Ukraine; Russia Sues Euroclear

The EU has decided to freeze €210bn of Russian assets indefinitely to support Ukraine. Russia countered by suing Euroclear, which holds the frozen funds. The move removes six-month renewals, blocking veto threats, but some EU countries like Belgium remain cautious.

December 13, 2025

Colombia’s ELN Guerrillas Order 3-Day Civilian Lockdown Over Trump’s Cocaine Attack Threat

Colombia’s ELN guerrilla group has told civilians to remain indoors for three days starting Sunday. This move follows US President Donald Trump’s threat to attack any country producing cocaine sold to the US. The ELN vows to defend its territory amid rising tensions in the region, especially with US pressure on Venezuela.

December 13, 2025

French farmers protest cattle cull over Lumpy Skin Disease, blocking roads and clashing with police

Angry French farmers protest government order to kill cattle infected with Lumpy Skin Disease. Roads are blocked and manure dumped. Officials warn protests may grow bigger with upcoming EU summit.

December 13, 2025

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat and Amit Shah Unveil Vinayak Damodar Savarkar Statue in Andaman

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled a statue of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar in the Andaman Islands. The event marked 116 years of Savarkar's poem and highlighted his role in India's freedom struggle and Hindu Rashtra ideology.