Stories that shook 2025: Politics, music and viral moments

From historic firsts to shocking tragedies and viral pop-culture moments, 2025 captured the world’s attention. Across politics, culture and global events, stories unfolded that sparked debate, grief, celebration and shock. From the death of Charlie Kirk to the Air India crash and Blue Origin’s all-female space flight, we revisit the key stories that shook the world over the last year.