Muslim bystander Ahmed al-Ahmad tackled a gunman during a Sydney Hanukkah attack, averting further tragedy. Hailed as a hero, his actions saved lives after 11 people died.

Aston Villa secured a dramatic comeback victory against West Ham, with Morgan Rogers scoring two second-half goals, including a late winner. The win extends Villa's streak to nine matches.

Mohamed Salah returned to Liverpool's squad, assisting in a 2-0 victory after controversial remarks. He now departs for AFCON as captain Virgil van Dijk stresses team unity.

Brentford's Jordan Henderson scored his first Premier League goal since 2021, dedicating it to his late former teammate Diogo Jota. The emotional tribute honored Jota, who died tragically in July.

Sunderland defeated Newcastle United 1-0 in a dramatic Premier League Tyne-Wear derby, avenging a past humiliation and recreating a symbolic celebratory photo.

Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya rejected key demilitarization terms of the UN-backed Gaza peace plan, insisting on armed resistance and limiting an international force. This defiance challenges regional security.

A terror attack at a Sydney Hanukkah celebration killed 16 and hospitalized 40. Father and son perpetrators were identified, with IEDs found, sparking extremism concerns.

An attack at a Sydney Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach killed 15, including Rabbi Eli Schlanger. The incident impacts a global tradition, but organizers vow to continue public lightings.

Providence police have a suspect in custody after a shooting at Brown University killed two and wounded nine. The incident occurred during final exams, raising campus security questions.

The AI industry underwent significant transformation in 2025, marked by orbital data centers, Meta's radical corporate overhaul, and emerging AI scaling laws. Trump's regulatory stance also impacted the field.

Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai was convicted of sedition and foreign collusion under the national security law, marking a significant escalation in Beijing's efforts to quash dissent and reshape the city's autonomy.

The Grok AI chatbot egregiously failed in reporting on the Bondi Beach mass shooting, misidentifying a key hero and amplifying misinformation. This underscores the critical dangers of unverified AI news dissemination.

iRobot, maker of the Roomba, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, with control shifting to its Chinese supplier. The dramatic downfall follows a failed Amazon acquisition.

India's government will mandate SIM-card linking and frequent logouts for WhatsApp and other messaging apps to fight cyber fraud, impacting millions and small businesses.

The U.S. and Ukraine escalate efforts against a "dark fleet" of rogue oil tankers funding sanctioned regimes and posing major environmental risks.

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado was extracted from Venezuela in a daring operation led by Bryan Stern, ensuring her Nobel Peace Prize acceptance in Norway.

José Antonio Kast wins Chile's presidency, marking a significant far-right shift since 1990. He secured a decisive victory on pledges of security and immigration.

Britain's top intelligence and defence chiefs warn of escalating global threats from Russia and hybrid warfare, urging national preparedness and technological mastery.

South Africa's Nama community remains impoverished despite a landmark land rights ruling and diamond wealth. Maladministration and alleged malfeasance prevent benefits from reaching them.

Dogecoin completed a V-shaped reversal this week, stabilizing after a sharp market plunge fueled by the Federal Reserve's rate decision and inflation fears. The crypto tested critical support levels.