Major shipping companies deny making deals with Houthi rebels to protect their ships from attacks in the Red Sea, contradicting reports of such agreements by some media sources.
German football icon Franz Beckenbauer has passed away at the age of 78. Known as 'The Emperor', he was a dominant and elegant player who had a successful career as both a player and a coach, winning numerous titles and accolades throughout his lifetime.
Farmers' organizations are calling for undoing budget cuts and blocking roads and border crossings in Germany in protest against abolishing tax exemptions for agricultural vehicles, with extremist groups also possibly involved, according to Vice Chancellor and climate minister Robert Habeck.
Glory and Triumph: Remembering the Legendary Footballer Franz Beckenbauer. Born and raised in the rubble of post-war Germany, he led his team to victory in the 1974 World Cup and achieved greatness on the world stage, earning the nickname Der Kaiser and cementing his place in football history.
Orthodox Christmas celebrations in Belgorod, Russia are disrupted due to ongoing attacks by Ukraine. The local governor has offered voluntary evacuations for residents, amid growing fear and tension in the border city.
Jutta Leerdam wins her third European title in the 1000 meters at the European Distances Championships, with a speed that her compatriot Antoinette Rijpma-De Jong could not keep up with. Despite her victory, however, Leerdam is not 100% satisfied with her performance.