Australia completed a dominant 4–1 Ashes series victory after beating England by five wickets in the final Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Iran has imposed a near-total internet shutdown as nationwide protests over inflation and rising living costs intensify, according to online monitoring group NetBlocks.

Iran faces its largest unrest since 2022 as economic collapse, political anger, and internet blackouts fuel nationwide protests challenging the Islamic Republic’s grip on power.

The United States has withdrawn from 66 international organizations, including 31 UN-affiliated bodies, after a Trump administration review concluded they no longer serve US interests.

At least six people have died across Europe as heavy snow and winter storms caused road accidents, airport shutdowns, and widespread travel disruption.