Sunday

January 5, 2025

Armed conflicts and attacks

Russian invasion of Ukraine

Kursk offensive

The Ukrainian Army launches a new offensive in Kursk Oblast, Russia. (BBC News)

Boko Haram insurgency

Six soldiers and 34 Boko Haram gunmen are killed during a shootout in Borno State, Nigeria. (AP)

Arts and culture

82nd Golden Globe Awards

The film Emilia Pérez and the television series Shōgun win the most awards at the 82nd Golden Globes with four each. The Brutalist wins the awards for Best Motion Picture – Drama, Best Director (Brady Corbet) and Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama for Adrien Brody. (NBC News)

Fernanda Torres becomes the first Brazilian actress to win the award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama for her performance in I'm Still Here. (Variety)