Harold Wayne Nichols is set to die by lethal injection Thursday morning. File Photo courtesy of the Tennessee Department of Correction Dec. 11 (UPI) -- Tennessee is set to execute Harold Wayne Nichols on Thursday morning for the rape and murder of a 20-year-old college student in 1988. Nichols, 64,»»»

GERB leader Boyko Borissov reacted to the fall of the Zhelyazkov government during a live broadcast on his official Facebook page, following the mass protests across the country. Borissov framed the resignation as a strategic necessity for his party’s political survival: “Look at the irony — the Ts»»»

The World Health Organization's vaccine safety committee said on Thursday that new reviews of scientific evidence found no link between vaccines and autism spectrum disorder, reaffirming conclusions reached more than two decades ago. The WHO Global Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety assessed two »»»

Somalia's defense minister said Somalis would not accept being demeaned after US President Donald Trump again insulted people from the East African country. Speaking at a rally in Pennsylvania on Tuesday that was meant to focus on his economic record, Trump denounced migration from "Third World" co»»»

Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has issued a resolution establishing the 'National Committee for the UAE Union Narrative'. This committee is designated as the sole accredited authority responsible for docu»»»

Tunis, Dec 11 (TAP)—Prime Minister Sarrah Zaafrani Zenzri on Thursday saw in Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb at Tunis–Carthage International Airport.The Algerian PM is paying a two-day official visit to Tunisia, December 11-12, during which he...»»»

Following the resignation of the Zhelyazkov cabinet, We Continue the Change co-leader Asen Vassilev said the decision marked the beginning of a needed political correction. “This is the first step toward Bulgaria becoming a normal, European state. The next step is to hold free and fair elections — »»»

Ukraine could have avoided the 2022 escalation with Russia by dropping its NATO aspirations, a former advisor to President Joe Biden has told Russian pranksters. Vovan and Lexus on Thursday released records of calls with two former members of Biden’s National Security Council in which they posed as»»»

As a winter storm batters the Gaza Strip, Huda Abu Jazar, has been preparing her tent for floods while in Qatar, her son Ehab gets ready for one of the biggest football matches Palestine has ever played. The head coach of the national team - who comes from Rafah in the south of Gaza - has told spor»»»

Civil society toppled the government, MECh party leader Radostin Vasilev said on Thursday, commenting on the government’s resignation announced earlier in the day. “All leaders of parties claiming to be in opposition must tell the people that the government was not brought down by the opposition; i»»»

On December 11, 2025, the Constitutional Court issued a ruling terminating the proceedings in a constitutional case instituted on a petition by the Supreme Administrative Court (SAC) to find unconstitutional restrictive provisions of an Act to Amend and Supplement the Judicial System Act, the Court»»»

Mexico'congress pproved up to 50% tariffs on China. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Dec. 11 (UPI) -- Mexico's congress has approved charging up to 50% tariffs on Chinese imports Wednesday. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum proposed the tariffs in September and said they are a way to boos»»»

Gaza: The Director of the Government Media Office in Gaza, Ismail Al Thawabta, announced that 22,000 tents were completely damaged and thousands of others flooded as a result of successive weather depressions and the lack of basic infrastructure in displacement camps across the Strip. Al Thawabta s»»»

A woman in Spain earned herself pink slip by going to work early over a period of two years. Surprised and annoyed at the development, she dragged the company to court, challenging her termination. However, the court ruled against her. So here’s what went down. The 22-year-old would apparently get »»»

Authorities have arrested four minors, aged 13 to 16, in connection with a string of robberies targeting female employees at bakeries and kiosks in the northern suburbs of Athens. The youths, who allegedly operated as a coordinated gang, carried out most of their attacks during nighttime hours in K»»»

In his report to President Vladimir Putin, Chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces, General Valery Gerasimov, provided updates on the ongoing Special Military Operation (SMO). The key developments include:- Seversk liberated- Russian forces liberated the settlements of Kucherovka and»»»

At the same time, the company will continue to operate its commercial brands across existing territories, with successful B2C markets in Brazil, Romania, Poland, Belgium and Serbia, while also pursuing further opportunities for global expansion. Customers, partners and affiliates will continue to i»»»

The government of Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov has resigned after protesters took to the streets in cities across the country and filled the centre of the capital Sofia on Wednesday night. Zhelyazkov's dramatic move came ahead of a vote of no confidence in parliament, and 20 days befor»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Thursday sidestepped a direct question on the alliance's expansion outlook, following the release of the new US National Security Strategy (NSS), which contained reservations about NATO's enlargement policy. On November 8, Russia's Foreign Min»»»

VIENTIANE, Laos (Sputnik) - The trade between Russia and Laos increased by 65% last year, with significant potential for further growth, Russian Security Council Chairman Sergei Shoigu said on Thursday. "We can be pleased that our trade grew by 65% last year, but there is still plenty of room for f»»»

TOKYO (Sputnik) - The Japanese government has developed a package of measures to determine the causes of mass oyster deaths in the Seto Inland Sea and to assist farmers affected by this phenomenon, media channel reported on Thursday. The government's package of measures will allow affected farmers »»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - US journalist Tucker Carlson said in a video address that Russia could be the best candidate for the role of the United States' closest ally, including during a military conflict. "If you were looking purely through the lens of what's good for the United States, an America first »»»

The Senate is unlikely to pass either of the two healthcare bills they're voting on Thursday. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Dec. 11 (UPI) -- The Senate is scheduled to vote Thursday on two competing healthcare plans meant to address healthcare costs likely to rise in the new year wi»»»

Vietnam’s defense modernization, including new coast guard vessels from the United States and Japan, requires improved forward infrastructure. Outposts such as South Reef help extend operational reach, reduce supply burdens and improve situational awareness in the contested maritime domain. File Ph»»»

Tunis, Dec 11 (TAP)—Prime Minister Sarah Zaafrani Zenzri on Thursday saw in Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb at Tunis–Carthage International Airport.The Algerian PM is paying a two-day official visit to Tunisia, December 11-12, during which he...»»»

Doha: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a written message from President of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea HE Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo pertaining to bilateral relations and ways to support and develop them. The message was received by Prime Minister and Minister of Foreig»»»

Doha: The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index closed higher on Thursday, increasing by 95.70 points, or 0.89 percent, to reach 10,903.17 points. During the session, a total of 90,933,306 shares were traded, with a value of QAR 256,494,531.693, through 15,110 transactions across all sectors. The sessio»»»

Israel's far-right national security minister on Thursday vowed to remove the grave of Arab nationalist leader Ezzedine al-Qassam, whose tomb lies in Israel and whose name was given to the armed wing of Hamas. Itamar Ben Gvir, known for his inflammatory remarks, posted a video on X showing him acco»»»

In his famous political tract – The Eighteenth Brumaire of Louis Napoleon, published in 1852 – Karl Marx proffered the generalization that “history repeats itself – first as tragedy, then as farce.” Marx saw Napoleon’s demise as tragedy. Having been born in the German Rhineland – which Napoleon had»»»

Pope Leo XIV has criticized US President Donald Trump’s description of Europe as a “decaying” group of nations ruled by “weak” leaders. Trump also accused governments in the region of failing to help end the Ukraine conflict. In an interview with Politico published on Wednesday, the Pope argued tha»»»

Dozens of angry farmers descended on the port of Igoumenitsa in northwestern Greece on Thursday, as the agricultural sector’s anti-government protest campaign continued to target key infrastructure across the country. Riot police were dispatched to the port to prevent the farmers from entering the »»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Armenia is ready for mutually beneficial cooperation within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said on Thursday. "Let me once again confirm the Republic of Armenia's readiness for mutually beneficial cooperation," Pashinya»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The countries of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) are creating conditions to improve the quality of life for their citizens and strengthen national economies, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin said on Thursday. "Together, we are creating conditions for improving the qual»»»

DOHA: Chairperson of Qatar Foundation Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attended the musical performance'Qatar Jannah',organized by Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education and staged by its school students as part of Qatar National Day celebrations. The performance – also attended by Vice C»»»

Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Judicial Council, has approved the establishment of two new Courts of Appeal in the cities of Kalba and Al Dhaid. The announcement came during a Judicial Council meeting on Thursday at Ba»»»

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a pilot public Robotaxi service available through the Uber app, marking the first time autonomous vehicles can be booked by the public in the emirate. The rollout is being carried out in partnership with WeRide, the autonomous driving company»»»

A moment of thrill on the road turned into a lifetime of remorse for a young motorist whose reckless decisions claimed the lives of an entire family. What began as a youthful wager over modified cars ended in tragedy, serving as a harsh reminder of the consequences of dangerous driving. A deadly ch»»»

Parkin Company PJSC, Dubai’s paid public parking operator, has signed a five-year agreement with DAMAC Properties to manage parking across several of the developer’s communities in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The deal supports Parkin’s strategy to expand its role in developer-managed parking. The agreemen»»»

Doha: The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index closed the current week up 1.780 percent, adding 190.35 points to its tally, to stand at 10,903 points compared to last week's closing. QSE's figures showed that the banking and financial services sector achieved the largest profits with a growth rate of 2»»»

Mexico's Congress approved Wednesday most of the tariff increases proposed by the government on more than 1,400 products imported from China and other countries that do not have free trade agreements with Mexico. The Senate passed the measure Wednesday evening, following the lower chamber, which ha»»»

Oil companies offered $300 million for drilling rights in the Gulf of Mexico on Wednesday in the first of 30 sales planned for the region under Republican efforts to ramp up U.S. fossil fuel production. The sale came after President Donald Trump's administration recently announced plans to allow ne»»»

President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that his long-promised " gold card " was officially going on sale, offering legal status and an eventual pathway to U.S. citizenship for individuals paying $1 million and corporations ponying up twice that per foreign-born employee. A website accepting app»»»

The Federal Reserve reduced its key interest rate by a quarter-point for the third time in a row but signaled that it may leave rates unchanged in the coming months. The cut decreased the Fed's rate to about 3.6%, the lowest it has been in nearly three years. Lower rates from the Fed can bring down»»»

Companies and local authorities will have over EUR 1.5 billion in grants available for investment in energy and energy efficiency at the beginning of next year, given that, in Romania, more than 70,000 MW of new photovoltaic projects are in various stages of development, with grid connection contra»»»

If elections were held today, six parties would enter parliament, according to a nationwide survey on public and political attitudes, funded and conducted jointly by bTV and the Market Links polling agency in November, as announced by the agency on Thursday. The survey was conducted among 1,009 adu»»»

Commenting on Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov’s statement, who earlier on Thursday announced that the government was resigning, GERB-UDF Floor Leader and GERB Chair Boyko Borissov said that Zhelyazkov’s remarks were “brilliant”. “We have nothing to be ashamed of over these past 11 months,” Borissov»»»

NIS - Italian household appliances maker Ariston opened a plant in Nis, southern Serbia, on Thursday at a ceremony also attended by Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic, who said it would be important for entire southern Serbia and that it symbolised a true and sincere friendship between Serbia and I»»»

Dubai: There are winter festivals, and then there is Liwa. Every year, as temperatures drop and the Empty Quarter turns comfortably crisp, the quiet Liwa desert transforms into a buzzing playground of roaring engines, cultural flair, and Emirati pride. From 12 December 2025 to 3 January 2026, the L»»»