Nigeria blames jihadist groups for wave of kidnappings but others accuse criminal gangs

An outbreak of an infectious disease in Greece has led to the culling of sheep and goats across the country, raising concerns about a potential shortage of feta cheese, a staple product of Greek agriculture.

Pope Leo XIV has embarked on his first foreign trip to Turkey, where he aims to promote peace and unity amid regional tensions. His visit includes significant engagements, such as attending Istanbul's Blue Mosque, marking the first time a pope has participated in a Muslim place of worship since his papacy began in May.

Armed men kidnapped 13 women, including a bride and her bridesmaids, during a night raid in Sokoto State, Nigeria. This incident is part of a troubling trend of abductions that have plagued the region, raising concerns about security and safety for residents.

The phrase 'rage bait', which refers to the act of getting angry while scrolling through social media, has been named the Oxford word of the year for 2025, surpassing other contenders such as 'aura farming' and 'biohack'.

A charity has reported that the opt-out organ donation law, introduced a decade ago, has had minimal impact on increasing the number of organ donors. Despite its landmark status, the law has not significantly changed donor rates as intended.

Ludwig Minelli, the founder of the Swiss right-to-die organization Dignitas, has died by assisted suicide at the age of 92, just days before his 93rd birthday, as confirmed by the organization. Minelli established Dignitas in 1998, providing assistance to thousands seeking to end their lives on their own terms.

Your Party, co-founded by Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana, officially adopted its name during its inaugural conference, where members voted on the final title after initially using the slogan 'This is Your Party' since its launch in July. The conference also saw the decision to be led by a panel of members rather than a single MP, avoiding a potential leadership contest.

A shooting at a children's birthday party in Stockton, California, resulted in the deaths of four individuals, including three children, and left at least 11 others injured. The incident occurred shortly before 6 p.m. local time on Saturday evening and is being investigated as a targeted attack by local authorities.