The withdrawal of Russian forces from remote regions in Syria is ongoing. On several routes, the retreating Russian troops are being shadowed by armed factions of opposition groups. According to the Main Directorate of Intelligence (MDI), discussions among Russian soldiers suggest that the Kremlin has negotiated the continued operation of its military bases in Tartus and Khmeimim. “This concerns the deployment of up to three thousand personnel,” MDI representatives stated. Moreover, Ukrainian

Emerging evidence indicates that Russia significantly escalated its attacks on Ukraine ahead of the United States election on November 5. This may have been an attempt to bolster isolationist sentiments aligned with Donald Trump’s policies. As Trump’s January 20 inauguration approaches, Russia seems intent on continuing this strategy. “November marked the fifth consecutive month of increased Russian troop losses,” noted Britain’s Ministry of Defence, with Ukraine estimating 45,680 Russian

Despite financial pressures, travelers are still prioritizing their holidays, choosing cost-effective destinations like Egypt, Bulgaria, and Tunisia over pricier traditional hotspots, according to Europe's leading package holiday operator. Tui has observed that budget-conscious travelers, unable to book vacations in popular locations like Spain, are opting for other destinations. Although inflationary pressures have eased, Tui reported that the average holiday prices have stabilized but

The trains no longer roll into Belgrade’s old main station by the riverside, nestled below the same limestone cliffs that inspired the city’s name. Today, this yellow-stuccoed relic faces a towering, modern addition to the skyline: an eight-story statue that looms above the square once filled with Syrian refugees in the late 2010s. Our train-free journey from London to the Balkan region saw us cover ground in just 24 hours—Eurostar to Brussels, a sleeper train to Vienna, and onward to Budapest.

A humpback whale has undertaken one of the most extraordinary and far-reaching migrations ever documented, which scientists believe could be linked to climate change. The whale was first observed in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Colombia in 2017 and then re-sighted several years later near Zanzibar in the Indian Ocean—a journey spanning at least 13,000 kilometers. Experts speculate that this remarkable odyssey may have been prompted by climate change reducing food sources or perhaps a

Subscribe to CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter for insights into the vast cosmos, with updates on groundbreaking discoveries, scientific progress, and more. Fashion trends may be fleeting, and as it turns out, even killer whales aren't immune to style experimentation. Back in 1987, a group of killer whales off the northwest coast of North America adopted an unusual fashion statement, balancing dead salmon on their heads for weeks. Recently, a male orca named J27, also called

Freestyle skiing sensation Tess Ledeux, who honed her skills in La Plagne, is now a global champion. Here, she shares her favorite spots in her hometown resort, from picturesque views to après-ski recommendations. Nestled in Savoie, France, La Plagne is renowned as a family-friendly ski destination with deep Olympic roots. The resort hosted bobsleighing events for the 1992 Albertville Olympics and is set to reprise its Olympic role if the French Alps secures the 2030 Winter Games. It also

Editor’s Note: Subscribe to CNN Travel’s newsletter, Unlocking the World, for weekly updates on destinations, travel news, aviation tips, culinary highlights, and lodging suggestions. Ever wondered what it takes to channel your inner Jacques Cousteau and embark on a quest for hidden treasures? For Jon Collins-Black, this curiosity led to an extraordinary journey, inspiring him to hide five treasure chests scattered across the United States. His latest book, “There’s Treasure Inside,” invites

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is likely to withstand an impeachment motion after lawmakers from the ruling party refrained from participating in Saturday’s parliamentary session. Ahead of the vote, several legislators exited the parliamentary chamber, protesting the proposed impeachment over Yoon's imposition of a brief period of martial law earlier this week. Only two members of the ruling party were reported to have stayed behind. For the impeachment vote to proceed, at least 200

The wind howls and rain falls as I wave my UV torch around, scanning for glimmers in the darkness. A bright red spider web catches my eye; nearby, phosphorescent fungi glow softly. Then, I spot Timothy, a luminous tortoise, tucked away by the wall. I’m wandering through the gardens of Gilbert White’s House in Selborne, Hampshire, which is hosting a rather unique light trail this month. The Guardian’s journalism is supported by its readers. If you use an affiliate link to purchase something, we

South Western Railway is set to become the first major train operator to be nationalised under the Labour government, ministers have revealed. As one of the country’s largest commuter rail services, operating from London Waterloo, SWR is scheduled to return to public ownership in May. The service is currently managed through a partnership between First Group and Hong Kong-based rail operator MTR. This move signals a more measured approach to renationalisation under the new transport secretary,

The son of Russian singer Oleg Gazmanov, who openly supports the large-scale war in Ukraine, has publicly disassociated himself from his father. Philip Gazmanov decided he no longer wanted any ties to the Ukraine-hating figure and even went as far as to change his last name. According to Russian media, Philip adopted his mother's maiden name. He now goes by Philip Muravyov. Philip's older brother also spoke out in response to the situation. "When you ask someone who wasn’t

Russian President Vladimir Putin has sanctioned an unprecedented defense budget, allocating nearly one-third of the government's total expenditures as the prolonged war in Ukraine continues to strain resources on both sides after almost three years. Announced on Sunday, the 2025 budget designates approximately $126 billion (13.5 trillion rubles) for national defense, representing 32.5% of state spending. This new allocation surpasses the previous record set for this year by a significant

LONDON (AP) — Elton John has revealed that he found it difficult to watch the debut of his latest musical due to vision loss caused by an infection. The renowned artist attended the premiere of “The Devil Wears Prada” in London on Sunday. Speaking to the audience, he shared, “I couldn’t make it to many of the previews because, as most of you know, I’ve lost my eyesight.” “While it’s challenging for me to see it, I thoroughly enjoyed listening to it, and wow, it sounded fantastic tonight,” John

The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season officially ends on Saturday, closing a period marked by heightened activity. This year witnessed 11 hurricanes—well above the typical average of seven—along with devastation and loss far from where the storms originally made landfall along the U.S. Gulf Coast. Meteorologists described the season as “exceptionally intense,” attributing the surge in storm activity to unusually high ocean temperatures. Across the Atlantic, eight hurricanes impacted regions

BEIRUT (AP) — In the wake of a U.S.-mediated ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, the dawn in Lebanon brought the echo of celebratory gunfire replacing the once-familiar noise of Israeli airstrikes and drones overhead. The ceasefire offered Lebanon a fleeting break from violence after a year of devastating war. Thousands of displaced families eagerly began their return to ravaged towns and villages in southern and eastern Lebanon, embracing the opportunity to go home. Yet, the enormity of

India's airlines and airports have faced a staggering 999 fake bomb threats this year up to 14 November, as revealed by the country’s deputy civil aviation minister in parliament. This marks an almost tenfold increase compared to the bomb threats reported in 2023, according to Mr. Murlidhar Mohol. Notably, over 500 of these threats were recorded in the last two weeks of October alone. The sharp rise in these hoaxes has caused significant disruptions, wreaking havoc on flight schedules

SINGAPORE/LONDON, Nov 28 (Reuters) - European markets edged higher alongside the dollar on Thursday, following declines for both in the prior session, while Asian equities softened as trading activity slowed ahead of the U.S. Thanksgiving break. Europe's broad Stoxx 600 index gained 0.62% in early trading, bouncing back after a combined 0.75% loss over the last two sessions. Meanwhile, MSCI's comprehensive index of Asia-Pacific shares excluding Japan (.MIAPJ0000PUS) slid 0.52%.

Here’s the status as of Monday, November 25: Conflict Updates • Overnight, Russian air defenses intercepted and destroyed seven Ukrainian missiles targeting the Kursk region, according to a statement by Kursk regional governor Alexei Smirnov on Telegram. • Debris from downed Ukrainian drones caused a fire at an industrial site in Kaluga, Russia, as per regional governor Vladislav Shapsha. The fire caused no injuries, and three drones were reportedly intercepted. • Russian forces captured a