December 2025 turned out to be an eventful month. From sports victories to political conventions, here are some of the headlines that defined the month.
A Russian missile attack on Dnipro, Ukraine, killed four people and injured at least 40, highlighting the ongoing effects of the Russo-Ukrainian war. Later in December, Russia claimed control of Pokrovsk after months of fighting.
December 1: Sudanese Civil War Escalates
The Rapid Support Forces reported the capture of Babanusa, the last stronghold of the Sudanese Armed Forces in West Kordofan, marking a dramatic turn in the civil war. The war started in April 2023 and has displaced millions of people.
December 6: Inter Miami Wins First Major League Soccer (MLS) Cup
Lionel Messi led Inter Miami to their first-ever MLS championship, defeating the Vancouver Whitecaps 3–1 in Fort Lauderdale. The victory completed a memorable season and cemented Miami’s place in MLS history.
British driver Lando Norris won his first F1 World Drivers’ Championship at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, finishing behind Max Verstappen but securing enough points to claim the title.
The literary world commemorated 250 years since the birth of Jane Austen, the English writer best known for six novels, including classics like Pride and Prejudice and Sense and Sensibility. Her commentary and memorable characters have made her one of the most influential writers in English literature, and anniversary events highlighted her lasting contribution to literature and society.
The European Union (EU) convened in Brussels for the European Council, focusing on Ukraine, regional stability, and the EU’s financial plan for 2028–2034.
Scientists unveiled a new warp-drive propulsion design that reconceptualizes faster-than-light travel, while medical researchers developed novel RNA-based therapies for Huntington’s disease. Warp-drive propulsion is a theoretical concept of faster-than-light travel often seen in science fiction, but this new model offers a more realistic framework for future exploration.
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Ending the year with this farrago of moments from December 2025 reminds us just how connected our world really is.
These summaries were assembled from reports by major international news outlets and scientific organizations. For readers interested in exploring the stories in more detail, here are some helpful starting points: