At least 35 people have been killed during protests across Iran over the past 10 days, sparked by economic hardship and currency devaluation, with widespread unrest and violent crackdowns reported by human rights groups, amid calls for peaceful protest and international concern.
The death toll from the UPS cargo plane crash in Kentucky has risen to 15 after a man injured on the ground died on Christmas, with investigations revealing engine cracks and prompting grounding of MD-11 aircraft; lawsuits allege maintenance issues.
The death toll from the UPS plane crash in Kentucky has risen to 15, including Alain Rodriguez Colina who died on Christmas Day from injuries sustained in the November crash, which occurred during takeoff from Louisville airport due to an engine fire.
A UPS cargo plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville International Airport on November 4, 2025, resulting in 15 deaths, including the three pilots and 12 on the ground, with the crash caused by mechanical issues and debris spread over a half-mile; the investigation may take up to two years.
A devastating fire at Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong's Tai Po district has resulted in at least 146 deaths, with authorities warning the toll could rise. The fire, which occurred on November 26, is under investigation, with three individuals associated with the renovation firm detained. The city has declared a three-day mourning period, and rescue operations are expected to continue for three to four weeks.
A devastating fire in Hong Kong's high-rise buildings has resulted in at least 146 deaths, with the death toll expected to rise, prompting national mourning, widespread public grief, and an ongoing investigation into the cause and safety violations.
Over 69,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Israel-Hamas conflict, with ongoing exchanges of remains as part of a fragile ceasefire initiated after the October 7 attack. The conflict has also seen increased settler violence in the West Bank, with numerous attacks on Palestinians and their property. The ceasefire involves the return of hostage remains and continues to be a complex and tragic situation.
At least 700 people have been killed during Tanzania's post-election protests amid violence, internet blackout, and accusations of electoral fraud, with the government and opposition disputing the results and the legitimacy of the election process.
Rio de Janeiro's police raid on drug traffickers resulted in at least 132 deaths, according to the public defender's office, with authorities claiming all victims were criminals and denouncing the operation as necessary against narcoterrorism, while residents and rights groups criticize the violence and possible extrajudicial killings.
Protests in Peru against President Jose Jeri's government have resulted in at least one death and numerous injuries, with clashes between protesters and police over issues like corruption and crime, amid political instability following the recent ousting of former President Boluarte.
The death toll from severe flooding caused by torrential rains in Mexico has risen to 64, affecting five states and damaging around 100,000 homes, with rescue efforts ongoing amid challenges posed by oil contamination and difficult access to affected areas.
Israel's Gaza offensive has reportedly killed over 67,000 Palestinians, including a significant number of children, with the actual toll likely higher due to undercounting and unrecorded victims. The figures are contested, with Palestinian authorities and international organizations suggesting underreporting, while Israel questions the credibility of the Palestinian data. The conflict has resulted in extensive civilian casualties and destruction, with ongoing debates about the accuracy of reported figures.
A tragic accident in Lisbon involving the Elevador da Gloria funicular resulted in 17 deaths and numerous injuries, with investigations underway to determine the cause of the derailment that shocked Portugal and the world.
The death toll from a mosque shooting in Nigeria's Katsina state has risen to at least 50, with gunmen attacking during morning prayers, amid ongoing clashes between herders and farmers in the region. The attack, possibly in retaliation for a recent raid, highlights the persistent violence in Nigeria's northwestern and north-central areas, compounded by broader conflicts including Boko Haram insurgency in the northeast.
Over 65 refugees and migrants, mostly Ethiopians, died when their boat capsized off Yemen's coast, with rescue efforts ongoing for dozens more missing. The perilous route between Africa and Yemen remains deadly, with hundreds killed in recent years, and Yemen hosting around 380,000 refugees and migrants amid ongoing regional conflicts.