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    Mamdani sworn in as New York mayor to chants of 'tax the rich'

    New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani (right) is sworn into office by senator Bernie Sanders while...

    Mamdani sworn in as New York mayor to chants of 'tax the rich'

    Democrat Zohran Mamdani has become New York City's mayor, vowing during a public swearing-in ceremony on the steps of City Hall to enact an aggressive agenda aimed at making the nation's largest city more affordable for working people.

    Several reported killed in Iran protests

    People walk past stores in Tehran, Iran. Several people have reportedly been killed during...

    Several reported killed in Iran protests

    Several people have been killed during unrest in Iran as the biggest protests to hit the Islamic Republic for three years sparked violence in several provinces.

    'Absolutely horrendous' start to year on Australian beaches

    'Absolutely horrendous' start to year on Australian beaches

    Three people have drowned and two people are missing and feared dead, as the new year gets off to a tragic start on the east coast of Australia.

    Dozens dead, scores injured in fire at ski resort bar

    Emergency personnel work at the site of the explosion at the Le Constellation bar in the Swiss...

    Dozens dead, scores injured in fire at ski resort bar

    About 40 people were killed and 115 injured when a fire ripped through a crowded bar during a New Year's Eve party in the upscale Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana.

    Teen charged after firecracker sparks bushfire

    Teen charged after firecracker sparks bushfire

    A teenager accused of tossing a firecracker into bushland on New Year's Eve has been charged after it sparked a bushfire that threatened homes and remains contained but not controlled.

    US searches for survivors after strike on suspected drug vessels

    US searches for survivors after strike on suspected drug vessels

    The United States Coast Guard is searching for survivors of a US military strike against a convoy of suspected drug vessels in the Pacific Ocean, US officials said on Wednesday.

    How the world brought in 2026

    Fireworks light the sky over the London Eye on the banks of the Thames River in London, United...

    How the world brought in 2026

    As Wednesday turned to Thursday, people around the world said goodbye to a sometimes challenging 2025 and expressed hopes for the new year to come.

    Tragic New Year period on Sydney beaches

    Tragic New Year period on Sydney beaches

    A woman's body has been recovered at one beach, while a search is under way for a missing swimmer at another, in a grim start to the New Year in Sydney.

    Aussies' focus on peace at New Year celebrations

    Fireworks explode over Sydney Harbour Bridge to mark the New Year. Photo: Reuters

    Aussies' focus on peace at New Year celebrations

    Australians have rung in the new year with dazzling fireworks and a moment of silent reflection for the Jewish community.

    Man dead, teen missing after boat capsizes at popular beach

    Palm Beach in Sydney. Photo: Getty Images

    Man dead, teen missing after boat capsizes at popular beach

    A man has died and a teenage boy is missing after a boat capsized near a popular beach area.

    Taiwan remains on alert as China pulls back on drills

    Screenshot from video released by Eastern Theatre Command of China's People's Liberation Army ...

    Taiwan remains on alert as China pulls back on drills

    Taiwan stayed on high alert today after China staged massive military drills around the island the previous day, keeping its emergency maritime response centre running, the head of the...

    Former Premier League footballer jailed over academic fraud

    Ramadan Sobhi. Photo: Getty Images

    Former Premier League footballer jailed over academic fraud

    Former English Premier League player and Egypt international Ramadan Sobhi has been sentenced to one year in prison in connection with an academic fraud case.

    Trump enters election year with big wins, and headwinds

    US President Donald Trump. Photo: Reuters 

    Trump enters election year with big wins, and headwinds

    US President Donald Trump stormed back into office with a policy blitz that expanded presidential power and reshaped America's relations with the world. But it has come at a steep cost

    Aussies urged to celebrate New Year amid heightened security

    The traditional fireworks will illuminate the Sydney Harbour Bridge at midnight. File photo: Getty

    Aussies urged to celebrate New Year amid heightened security

    Hope instead of hate will be the focus for Australians as they prepare to ring in the new year at live sites across the country.

    Thieves make off with millions in German bank vault heist

    A hole gapes in a wall after thieves drilled into the vault of a Sparkasse savings bank in...

    Thieves make off with millions in German bank vault heist

    Thieves drilled their way into the vault of a German retail bank and made off with at least 10 million euros' worth of money and valuables from customers' deposit boxes.

    Motorsport star Scott Dixon races way to knighthood

    Scott Dixon, driving for Chip Ganassi Racing, has been knighted in the 2026 New Year Honours....

    Motorsport star Scott Dixon races way to knighthood

    Scott Dixon has raced his way to a knighthood in the latest distinction of an illustrious motorsport career.

    Prepping to party

    Photo: Reuters

    Prepping to party

    People throw confetti on a platform while organisers of the upcoming ball drop on New Year’s Eve do a confetti test in Times Square, New York, yesterday. 

    Russia accuses Ukraine of attempted attack on Putin

    Satellite imagery from 2023 shows Vladimir Putin's residential complex in Roshchino, Novgorod...

    Russia accuses Ukraine of attempted attack on Putin

    Russia has accused Ukraine of trying to attack President Vladimir Putin's residence and vowed retaliation, providing no evidence for a claim Kyiv dismissed as baseless and aimed at derailing arduous peace talks.

    Cyclone bearing down on Western Australia upgraded

    Cyclone bearing down on Western Australia upgraded

    Tropical Cyclone Hayley has been upgraded to a category four system as residents in Australia's far northwest prepare to ride out the storm as it approaches land.

    Joshua injured in crash that killed two friends

    Former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua. File photo: Reuters 

    Boxer Anthony Joshua injured in crash that killed two friends

    British former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua was injured in a car accident in Nigeria that killed two of his close friends.
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