In pictures: New Year welcomed around the world
From spectacular firework displays to chilly sea dips, nations celebrate the start of 2026.
Christmas is over, but what to do with the tree? These landfill alternatives can also help your garden
Some 10 million live Christmas trees end up in landfills every year.
The most impactful deaths in 2025 from the pope to Rob Reiner and Charlie Kirk
Here are the most notable deaths in 2025 from around the globe – from politicians to athletes and musicians
Deportations, tariffs, court clashes, record shutdown mark a historic year in Washington DC
States Newsroom reports on a historic year in Washington, marked by deportations, tariffs, court battles, and a record six-week government shutdown.
A couple told patients they’d created a breakthrough medical device. In a Pennsylvania courtroom, they admitted it was all a lie.
At clinics operated in Arizona and several other states, Mary Blakley and her husband, Fred, told patients that for just $300, they could provide a full-body scan that utilized a proprietary “smart chip” to detect a variety of potential illnesses, including cancer.
Hong Kong leader vows to boost livelihoods, fast-track housing projects in 2026
Hong Kong’s leader has vowed to improve livelihoods, put public housing projects on the fast track and foster growth in innovation and technology (I&T) in the new year.
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu also described 2025 as a year full of challenges but also one that showcased perseverance.
Lee made his pledges in his annual New Year’s speech, which was uploaded to his social media account on Wednesday night.
“We will focus on two key objectives. First, to enhance livelihoods and well-being,...
Watch: Stunning celestial events that lit up the skies in 2025
From meteor showers to supermoons, here are some of the sights that wowed stargazers this year.
Watch: Stunning celestial events that lit up the skies in 2025
From meteor showers to supermoons, here are some of the sights that wowed stargazers this year.
Outrage Over Man’s Reappointment to Police Review Board After Life Sentence For Executing Teen Girl Was Commuted By Democrat Governor
In 1994, Kyle Hedquist executed 19-year-old Nikki Thrasher.
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Here’s how to watch Rose Parade 2026: Floats, performances and more
If you’re looking to tune in from home, staff at The Pasadena Star-News, from the parade’s home city, compiled a list of everything you need to know as you watch the 137th iteration of the floral extravaganza.
Wall Street is slipping in light trading on the final day of 2025
Wall Street is slipping at the beginning of the final day of trading for 2025.
Sydney sends message of peace for New Year's after Bondi terror attack
The words peace and unity were projected onto the Sydney Harbour Bridge as thousands gathered to watch the annual fireworks.