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December 17: Wright Brothers Day, in Ukraine - Day of the State Enforcement Service Employee

Today is Wright Brothers Day, in honor of the first manned flight made by Wilbur and Orville Wright on December 17, 1903. The Wrights continued to improve their aircraft, eventually founding a company that built airplanes and trained pilots.

UNN Lite • December 17 2023, 04:28 AM  •  35040 views
December 17: Wright Brothers Day, in Ukraine - Day of the State Enforcement Service Employee

Russia reports shooting down 33 drones

Russia's Defense Ministry claims to have shot down 33 Ukrainian drones over Lipetsk, Rostov, and Volgograd, without reporting any casualties.

War • December 17 2023, 04:20 AM  •  37359 views
Russia reports shooting down 33 drones

WHO delivers medical supplies to Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza Strip

Medicines, equipment for orthopedic surgery, as well as anesthesia materials and drugs were brought to the medical facility.

News of the World • December 17 2023, 04:01 AM  •  34598 views
WHO delivers medical supplies to Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza Strip

A copper rooster with Christian relics was installed on the spire of Notre Dame

A newly created copper rooster containing Christian relics was installed on the spire of Notre Dame, marking progress toward the opening of the cathedral, which will take place in less than a year.

Society • December 17 2023, 03:40 AM  •  120027 views
A copper rooster with Christian relics was installed on the spire of Notre Dame

Man arrested in Ottawa on charges of terrorist plot against Jews

A young man has been arrested in Ottawa on terrorism charges, including conspiracy against Jews and distribution of explosives-related materials. The suspect's identity was not disclosed due to his age.

Crimes and emergencies • December 17 2023, 03:20 AM  •  106861 views
Man arrested in Ottawa on charges of terrorist plot against Jews

Su-22 fighter jet crashes in southern Iran

Aircraft crashes near Lake Parishan in Kazerun district, no casualties reported.

News of the World • December 17 2023, 03:01 AM  •  42073 views
Su-22 fighter jet crashes in southern Iran

In Kuwait, after the death of the monarch, an 83-year-old heir is declared the new emir

The Emir of Kuwait, Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah, died at the age of 86, and his 83-year-old brother, Mishaal al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah, was announced as the new emir.

Politics • December 17 2023, 02:40 AM  •  110650 views
In Kuwait, after the death of the monarch, an 83-year-old heir is declared the new emir

Parliament of Moldova approves National Security Strategy for the first time since 2011

The Moldovan parliament has approved the first National Security Strategy since 2011, designed to counter security risks and promote European integration. The strategy, which was supported by 59 MPs, aims to strengthen defense and fight corruption.

Politics • December 17 2023, 02:20 AM  •  42379 views
Parliament of Moldova approves National Security Strategy for the first time since 2011

Ukrainian Armed Forces received new long-range drones AQ 400 Scythe

The Ukrainian military has received the first batch of new long-range AQ 400 Scythe drones from Terminal Autonomy, with an initial production volume of 100 units, and plans to increase to 500 per month. The drones have a flight range of 750 km and a payload of up to 32 kg.

War • December 17 2023, 02:02 AM  •  105297 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces received new long-range drones AQ 400 Scythe

Hungary threatens to veto Bulgaria's Schengen application over gas transit tax

Hungary threatens to veto Bulgaria's accession to the Schengen zone over a tax on Russian gas transit, linking the veto to protecting its energy security. The move comes amid discussions in the EU about Ukraine's accession negotiations.

Politics • December 17 2023, 01:40 AM  •  39999 views
Hungary threatens to veto Bulgaria's Schengen application over gas transit tax