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World News Today Live: Sara Sharif murder case: Pakistani father and stepmother sentenced to life in prison for brutal abuse
Sarah Sharif, a 10-year-old victim of long-term abuse, was found dead in August 2023. Her father, Urfan Sharif, her stepmother, Baynash Batur, and her uncle, Faisal Malik, were found guilty, and her father and stepmother were sentenced to life in prison. Read the full text here
World News Today Live: Great Guinness shortage in UK pubs in 2024
Irish stout has skyrocketed in popularity in recent years due in part to the social media phenomenon, but the surge in demand has led to continued shortages. Read the full text here
World News Today Live: Syria: Freed prisoner identified as intelligence agent ‘didn’t know Assad regime was falling’
Former intelligence agent Adel Gulbal has been released from a Damascus prison after three months in captivity. His release coincides with the fallout from the ouster of Bashar al-Assad, leading to increased diplomatic engagement with Syria’s new ruler by countries that once isolated the regime. Read the full text here
World News Today Live: ‘Prime Minister Justin Trudeau should resign’: Jagmeet Singh after Canadian PM Di resigns over Trump tariff debate
Jagmeet Singh urged Prime Minister Trudeau to resign due to the rising cost of living and President Trump’s impending tariffs. The situation follows the resignation of Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland following an offer to reduce her role in the cabinet, raising concerns about the stability of Canada’s economy. Read the full text here
World News Today Live: Viral Video: Footage from today’s Vanuatu earthquake shows a frightened dog running around. Social media remains a concern
A magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck Vanuatu on December 17, causing panic and injuries. The epicenter was near Port Vila, causing significant destruction and aftershocks with a magnitude of 5.5. Reports emerged of casualties as doctors managed a growing number of patients at the hospital’s outdoor triage center. Read the full text here
World News Today Live: US concerned about Turkey’s military buildup, hints at preparations for invasion of Syria
Kurdish officials have called on President Donald Trump to pressure the Turkish government to stop the invasion. Read the full text here
World News Today Live: Cyclone Chido: Biggest storm in 90 years tears through Mayotte, thousands feared dead in France | 10 updates
Cyclone Chido has devastated the island of Mayotte and is feared to have killed hundreds of people. France is carrying out a rescue operation with support from the military, and emergency workers are searching for survivors. The island, known for its poverty, was severely damaged by the storm, which had winds of over 200km/h. Read the full text here
World News Today Live: Today’s earthquake: Magnitude 7.3 tremor hits Pacific island nation of Vanuatu
A magnitude 7.3 earthquake occurred off the coast of Vanuatu, followed by a magnitude 5.5 aftershock. The earthquake had a depth of 57km and its epicenter was near Port Vila. A tsunami warning has been issued for Vanuatu and nearby Pacific islands, while authorities are still assessing the damage. Read the full text here
World News Today Live: Bashar al-Assad talks about his final hours in Syria as rebels advance: ‘I didn’t think about resigning or fleeing’
Bashar al-Assad claimed to have fled to Russia after the government was toppled by rebels and remained in Damascus until December 8. He denied speculation that his exit was planned or occurred during the final battle. Read the full text here
