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Dec. 25 roundup: Nigeria mosque blast, Christmas Eve M2 death, Nashville RV bombing anniversary, Queen’s unreleased track, Epstein files, EU Parliament highlights
At Least Five Killed in Explosion During Evening Prayers at a Mosque in Nigeria
At least five people were killed when an explosion hit a mosque in Nigeria during evening prayers. Police say early evidence suggests a suicide attack, citing fragments of what appeared to be a suicide vest found at the scene.
Nine Christmas Hitmakers Behind Beloved Festive Songs Who Have Died
The headline looks back at nine legendary artists who recorded some of the most loved Christmas songs and have since passed away, noting that their festive hits continue to endure through their music.
Woman in her 20s dies after crash on the M2 on Christmas Eve
A woman in her 20s has died following a crash on the M2 on Christmas Eve. Police have informed her next of kin.
Listen to Queen’s previously unreleased Christmas song “Not For Sale (Polar Bear)”
Queen’s previously unreleased Christmas track “Not For Sale (Polar Bear),” recorded during the 1974 sessions for the band’s second album, has been aired publicly for the first time and is set to appear on the 2026 reissue of “Queen II.”
How Much Influence Does the Egyptian Military Have in the Economy?
The headline asks how deeply Egypt’s military is embedded in the country’s economy, noting its long-standing role in controlling major household brands and industries. With interests ranging from pasta to petrol, the military’s reach raises questions about how this shapes competition, investment, and overall economic direction in the region’s most populous country.
On This Day, Dec. 25: RV Bomb Explodes in Downtown Nashville
On Dec. 25, 2020, an RV exploded in downtown Nashville, killing the vehicle’s driver and injuring eight other people.
Notable birthdays on Dec. 25 include Terry Hu and CCH Pounder
Dec. 25 features several notable birthdays, including actor Terry Hu turning 30 and actor CCH Pounder turning 73.
A Scenic Kent Coastal Walk Passing Three Castles
Kent's idyllic coastal walk where you will pass three castles is a 10-mile route through Dover's White Cliff Country, offering a full-day outing along dramatic coastline scenery with three castle landmarks along the way.
Quiz to Guess Your Favorite Color Based on Your Personality
"What Is My Favorite Color Quiz" invites users to answer a set of personality and preference questions to predict which color they might like most. It also offers a brief overview of color psychology, describing common emotional associations tied to colors such as red, blue, green, white, and black.
Charles Dickens’s descendant says he held progressive views
Lucinda Hawksley, who says she is Charles Dickens’s great-great-great-granddaughter, argues that Dickens would be considered socially progressive today, and she offers that perspective as a message to people celebrating Christmas this year.
US Justice Department Identifies Another Million Potential Epstein-Related Files
The headline, “US Justice Department finds million more potential Epstein files,” comes as the Justice Department delays releasing all Epstein-related files after missing the original congressionally mandated deadline that was set for last Friday.
James Dean Bradfield Performs ‘Fairytale of New York’ and ‘Last Christmas’ in Resurfaced Videos
Resurfaced clips of Manic Street Preachers frontman James Dean Bradfield are being shared online, including his stripped-back 1996 TV performance of Wham!’s ‘Last Christmas’ and a 2010 radio session featuring another rendition plus a duet of ‘Fairytale of New York’ with KT Tunstall with slightly altered lyrics. The renewed attention comes as ‘Last Christmas’ remains a perennial seasonal hit, newly cemented by its recent Christmas number-one success.
Five Defining Moments in the European Parliament in 2025
Best of 2025: Top five defining moments in the European Parliament — a year shaped by shifting alliances, repeated efforts to unseat the European Commission president, and another corruption investigation, culminating in five standout moments that defined 2025.
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