Sir Winston Churchill, the British prime minister who famously declared that Britain would never surrender to Nazi Germany during World War Two, passed away 60 years ago at the age of 90. Despite how much the world has changed since then, his legacy still looms large and he is honored at the place of his birth, Blenheim Palace. The UNESCO World Heritage site recently unveiled a statue in his honor, further cementing his connection to his ancestral home.
As her time as vice president draws to a close, Kamala Harris will embark on a four-day trip to Singapore, Bahrain, and Germany. The trip, which will take place from Jan. 13 to Jan. 17, provides one final opportunity for Harris to address key foreign policy challenges before the transition of power to Donald Trump. Together with her husband, Doug Emhoff, Harris will visit U.S. servicemembers stationed at all three of the countries she plans to visit. As Harris looks to the future, her decision to conclude her term with a global trip raises questions about her potential next steps and continued involvement in international affairs.
A vehicle-ramming attack on a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany has left five people dead, including a 9-year-old, and at least 200 more injured. Police have arrested a 50-year-old Saudi Arabian doctor who had been living in Germany since 2006 as a suspect in the attack, and he will be charged with five counts of murder and grievous bodily harm. The Christmas market has been closed for the rest of the season and authorities are still investigating the motive behind the attack, with initial indications pointing to possible dissatisfaction with the treatment of refugees in Germany.
Germany was shocked over the weekend when a deadly attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg left five people dead and over 200 injured. As details surrounding the attack continue to emerge, the country's interior minister has revealed that the suspect is believed to be Islamophobic, raising concerns about the rise of far-right extremism in the country. The incident has also prompted German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to express his worry and attend a memorial service for the victims.
As the football world comes to a halt in the aftermath of the devastating attack in Magdeburg, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz expresses his concerns for the injured while the interior minister reveals the perpetrator's Islamophobic motivations. In a show of solidarity, Bundesliga games open with a minute of silence and players wear black armbands, with Freiburg coach Christian Guenter emphasizing the importance of prioritizing humanity over sports. Along with the rest of the nation, the German chancellor stands by the people of Magdeburg in this tragic event.
A 50-year-old Saudi Arabian doctor, identified as Taleb A., was arrested for driving an SUV into a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, killing at least two people and injuring 68 others. The suspect, who had been flagged by Saudi authorities, reportedly held extremist views and acted alone. German officials have expressed their condolences and support for the victims' families.
Saudi anti-Islam activist, Taleb Abdul Jawad, was arrested as the suspect behind a car attack at a Christmas market in Germany. The attacker, who fled Saudi Arabia as a refugee in 2006, had previously been warned to Germany's authorities by the Saudi government for his radical views on social media. The heinous attack resulted in two deaths and up to 80 injuries, sparking concerns about the country's immigration policies.
A deadly car-ramming attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany has left two people dead and over 60 injured. The suspect, a 50-year-old Saudi medical doctor who has been living in Germany since 2006, has been arrested. The regional premier has called the attack a "catastrophe" and a blow to the city and the country.
In a night marred by tragedy, Bayern Munich emerged victorious in a landslide win against RB Leipzig with Jamal Musiala scoring just 30 seconds into the game. As celebrations were overshadowed by a deadly car attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, the club's traditional ceremony was shortened and followed by a minute of silence at the Allianz Arena. Despite the sombre mood, Bayern continue to maintain their seven-point lead at the top of the Bundesliga ahead of second-placed Bayer Leverkusen, who have a chance to close the gap in their game against Freiburg on Saturday.
The festive atmosphere at the Christmas market in Germany's Magdeburg quickly turned into a nightmare when a 50-year-old doctor from Saudi Arabia drove a car into a crowd, killing at least two people and injuring over 60. The suspect has been identified as Taleb A, and authorities believe he acted alone. The incident has caused shock and sadness around the world, as Christmas markets are a beloved tradition in Germany, but have also been targeted by extremists in the past.