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The Turkish weapon export in 2024 grew by 29% reaching 7154 billion dollars, exceeding the target of 6.5 billion dollars, with global interest in Turkish defense industry.

Recent studies reveal that 13 major ports, which handle the majority of global oil exports, are under threat of submersion due to rising sea levels.

Elon Musk's recent comments and support for the pro-Russian AfD party in Germany have sparked backlash and controversy.

The generation born from January 1, 2025, onwards will be known as Generation Beta, a new era shaped by artificial intelligence and automation.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has instructed the Russian government and the country's largest bank, Sberbank, to enhance cooperation in the field of artificial intelligence with China.

The upcoming year of 2025 is set to bring new challenges and opportunities on the global stage. From geopolitical shifts to technological advancements, a wide range of topics will shape the agenda for the year ahead.

According to the German World Population Foundation (DSW), the world population has increased by 82 million compared to the previous year in 2024. The DSW stated that the world population could reach 10 billion in the 2080s.

Swedish pick-and-mix candy has become a global sensation in 2024, thanks to TikTok, leading to shortages in Sweden itself.

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has died at the age of 100 in his home in Plains, Georgia. Carter, known for his post-presidential humanitarian work, left a lasting legacy that surpassed his presidency.

Former US President Jimmy Carter has passed away at the age of 100, according to reports from Reuters. Carter, who served as the 39th president of the United States for the Democratic Party, died at his home in Plains, Georgia.

The WWF's Living Planet Report 2024 reveals a 73 percent decline in the populations of fish, birds, mammals, amphibians, and reptiles since 1970.

Researchers have discovered 27 new species, including a blobfish and an aquatic mouse, during an expedition in Peru.

The German election campaign heats up with a change in approach towards President Putin, as the CDU/CSU lead in polls.

Isak Andic, the 71-year-old billionaire and founder of the fashion chain Mango, tragically lost his life in a hiking accident outside Barcelona.

Chinese state media have criticized the NATO chief, Mark Rutte, as an 'American yes-man' due to his recent warnings against cooperation between Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran.

Time Magazine has named Donald Trump as the Person of the Year for the second time, emphasizing his significant influence on the world.

Missing woman Hannah attempted to obtain a visa for an Argentine friend through a fake marriage, while her desperate father committed suicide.

In 2024, 54 journalists have been killed worldwide according to the annual report of the international non-governmental organization Reporters Without Borders (RSF).

The value of bitcoin has surpassed $100,000 for the first time overnight from Wednesday to Thursday, reaching new heights in the cryptocurrency market.

Eindhoven chipmaker NXP is partnering with Taiwanese TSMC giant to expand a billion-dollar factory in Singapore for the Chinese market.

The Syrian civil war has intensified with various groups fighting against each other in Syria. The conflict has escalated with a major rebel offensive, leading to renewed clashes in the country.

American scientists have developed an alarm system that can detect attempts to 'dim' the sun in an effort to prevent an environmental disaster.

Famous fashion model Luciana Curtis and her family were kidnapped and robbed while staying in a poor hut, with the attackers draining their entire bank account. The police praised the family's courage in facing the ordeal.

The Australian parliament has approved a ban on young people using social media, with the Senate joining the House of Representatives in backing the proposal. The measure is being hailed as a global first.

The flight recorders of the Boeing 737-476 operated by Swiftair, which crashed just before the runway in Vilnius on Monday, have been located and are being examined by Lithuanian authorities. The cause of the crash is still unknown.

French prosecutors have demanded a twenty-year prison sentence for Dominique Pelicot, the main suspect in a large-scale rape case involving his wife, Gisèle Pelicot.

Ukrainian troops now occupy just over half of the territory they conquered earlier this year in the Russian region of Koersk. They are fighting to maintain a strong negotiating position.

A Russian passenger plane operated by Azimuth Airlines caught fire after landing at Antalya Airport in Turkey. All passengers were safely evacuated.

A series of deadly attacks in China have raised questions about the mental health support provided by the authorities. The incidents have shocked the nation, with experts highlighting the underlying societal issues at play.

German Defense Minister Pistorius has offered the party leadership to Scholz, resolving the internal struggle within SPD. Read more on telegraaf.nl