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Eurostar services to resume after major disruption

Many passengers are still stranded in London and Paris after flooding cancelled all Eurostar trains. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/p6J7PwB

Ukraine war: Kremlin says 18 dead after attack on Russian city

Officials say children were among the dead; Ukraine blames Russian air defences for civilian casualties. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6CogT2K

Protesters and police clash 'amid community tension' in London

Traffic was brought to a standstill as police and protestors appeared to clash. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gSjxH9V

Argentina pulls out of plans to join Brics bloc

It had been due in a few days to join the group, seen as a counterweight to the Western-led world. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/jhrfxA8

Odesa church: Clergyman narrowly avoids roof collapse after Russian attack

CCTV shows debris falling from the from the building's ceiling after Russian strikes hit the area. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/DEalThe

Thousands of Palestinians flee central Gaza as Israeli troops advance

Israeli tanks reportedly reach the outskirts of Bureij refugee camp as the ground offensive expands. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/daQxwTR

Sheffield murder inquiry: Man killed as car hit crowd 'was Good Samaritan'

Christian Marriott, 46, had been helping an unconscious woman when the car hit him and others. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7CwcR3x

At least 30 E.coli cases may be linked to recalled cheese - HSA

At least 30 cases of E.coli may be linked to Mrs Kirkham's cheese, the UK Health Security Agency says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/8rzWS4v

Police identify man found shot in Arizona desert in 1976

The decades-old case resurfaced on Tuesday after police identified the body as that of an El Salvador man. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gwpN6Gk

Russian celebs at 'almost naked' party stung by backlash

Some of Russia's best-known celebrities apologise as criticism of their behaviour spreads on social media. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4iapJ98

Israel-Gaza war will continue for months, IDF chief warns

There are no shortcuts in the fight against Hamas, the army chief insists as Israel pounds Gaza. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/qeZhumn

Boxing Day dip: Hundreds take plunge in RNLI event in Southend

Bathers dressed in Christmas outfits braved icy water to raise money for the RNLI. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/OZUvVkh

Hanif Kureishi: I've become a reluctant dictator

The novelist on how his sudden paralysis has affected his relationships and writing, one year on. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/FgYMLVO

Israel Gaza war: UN says no let-up in Israeli air strikes in Gaza

A UN official speaks of "absolute carnage" after visiting a hospital with many injured in central Gaza. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/9dMk1bK

The Papers: 'All is Fergiven' and 'Tories face new Farage threat'

Tuesday's Boxing Day front pages feature a range of images of the Royal Family at Sandringham. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ep3V9nE

Two in court over Limerick €21m cocaine seizure

Two men are in court after an estimated 300kg of cocaine was seized from a cargo ship. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fcke3dt

Christmas Eve: Hottest since 1997 after 15.3C recorded near Heathrow

Mild conditions lay the groundwork for what forecasters say could be the hottest Christmas Day since 2016. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/WTZYxgk

Sara Sharif: UK and Pakistan courts tussle over siblings' future

Legal cases are examining where the siblings of the 10 year old found dead at her home in Surrey will live. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UOI4jvl

Liverpool 1-1 Arsenal: Gunners top of Premier League after thrilling Anfield draw

Arsenal maintain their place at the top of the Premier League after a thrilling draw with Liverpool at Anfield. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/nNu6TFR

Hundreds turn out for pre-Christmas meat auction

The Smithfield Market's traditional event returned on Saturday for the first time since before the Covid pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/x7dvcq4

Colorado's top court disqualified Trump - will the Supreme Court overrule?

The nine justices of America's highest court are set to take centre stage in a politically fraught case. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/eCrYRQa

Supreme Court declines to fast-track Trump immunity case

This will aid Mr Trump's efforts to delay his trial, as the case must now work through appeals. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SJp8Z7x

Lawyers told ministers schools trans advice was 'high risk'

Leaked document suggests lawyers warned government guidance puts schools at risk of being sued. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/9NfgFjq

Elle Edwards: Four more charged over Wirral pub shooting

The 26-year-old was shot dead outside a pub in Wirral on Christmas Eve last year. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4tQuNjb

Venezuela: Americans freed in swap deal - and fraudster Fat Leonard returned

Venezuela releases a fraudster wanted by the US and 10 Americans, as part of a prisoner swap deal. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/kxdzoiC

Iceland volcano: Spectacular aerial footage shows scale

Drone footage shows lava and smoke spewing into the air weeks after waiting on the seismic activity. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/vmigWcJ

Jonathan Majors: What now for the Marvel universe and his career?

An assault conviction leaves the actor's career in tatters and questions over where Marvel goes next. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wWMiF42

Sam Ryder surprises shoppers in Reading

The Eurovision star wants to push his Christmas single to number one in the charts. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/EUIRQha

Signed Coldplay guitar raises £3,500 for two schools near Frome

The guitar drew international interest with bids from Japan, Germany and America. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/dYQOvpK

Infected blood scandal compensation payments still not available

The government says it cannot make a decision on compensation after losing a key vote on the scandal. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KyvAQxg

Christmas: Twinkly tractors plough Pembrokeshire festive furrow

More than 200 tractors festooned in sparkling festive colours parade through Pembrokeshire. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/DVMY8E5

Serbia's Vucic claims big election victory for party

An exit poll gives his party a commanding lead - but the opposition hopes to win in Belgrade. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UYROdTn

Israel Gaza: Hostages shot by IDF put out 'SOS' sign written with leftover food

The three hostages were mistakenly killed in Gaza on Friday by Israeli troops. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/T41OSft

ICO's criminal investigations team looks into claims BBC withheld documents

Its criminal investigations team is looking into claims the BBC withheld documents related to Martin Bashir's interview with Princess Diana. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/OPpY5b4

London's Ulez-scrapped cars cannot go to Ukraine, Sadiq Khan says

London's mayor says he cannot legally change the Ulez scheme and send scrapped vehicles to Ukraine. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/bVvGwHy

Trains and ferries cancelled as warning for heavy rain in force

A Met Office weather warning for heavy rain has been issued for parts of Scotland on Sunday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fk69zrw

Champions League 5th place: Man Utd and Newcastle exits may affect Premier League's hopes of additional spot

Manchester United and Newcastle's early European exits have left the Premier League currently missing out on an extra Champions League place. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sIm6Nn1

Christmas: Baubles stolen from 'Ireland's tallest tree'

People have also been seen climbing the Christmas tree and a giant bauble, the council says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Y5iJ41b

Christmas 'spoilt' for Bedford residents after tree taken every night

One tower block resident says he enjoyed having a plastic tree and the policy is "bah-humbug". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/JR5ANBV

Border Force seize big cat body parts and crocodile blood

Thousands of illegal wildlife products have been intercepted coming into the UK. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ysBnvgA

Walthamstow: Kacey Boothe's killers found guilty of murder

Kammar Henry-Richards, Kay-O, boasted about killing rival gang member Kacey Boothe in a rap video. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/kdyr4YL

Turkish referee attack leaves crisis that goes beyond football

Halil Umut Meler may quit football after he was punched by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gYAVNtm

Prince Harry to pay legal costs to Mail on Sunday

The Duke of Sussex faces £48,000 in legal costs after losing part of an ongoing libel battle. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/aRE1irG

I'm A Celebrity winner named after Sam Thompson, Tony Bellew and Nigel Farage made final

Sam Thompson, Tony Bellew and Nigel Farage were the last men standing on the reality TV show. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sJCIZhR

Man arrested in connection with 1984 murder

Anthony Littler, 45, was found with with head injuries in an alleyway near a London Tube station. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/vTXcyEi

Peter Kay plays secret homecoming shows to raise funds for Bolton Octagon theatre

The comedian breaks off from his arena tour to perform three intimate fundraising shows in one day. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/u6aNHt7

Spanish La Liga match abandoned after fan dies in stands

Granada's La Liga match with Athletic Bilbao is abandoned after a supporter dies in the stands at Nuevo Los Carmenes stadium. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/46KaP8k

Elizabeth Magill: UPenn president quits amid antisemitism row

She has faced mounting calls to resign since giving controversial Congressional testimony. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/H1Kbi5q

Gap between haves and have-nots widening, report warns

Issues including stagnant wages and mental health problems risk becoming entrenched, report warns. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lfajszZ

Mahsa Amini's family stopped at airport on way to get award

Iran bans her parents from heading to Europe to collect an award in her honour, their lawyer says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/YqpXyxZ

Gérard Depardieu's obscene remarks shown in new documentary

The French actor is under renewed pressure as a programme shows him sexually demeaning women. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pCHibt2

Shane MacGowan's family dance to Fairytale of New York during funeral

MacGowan's family dance to Fairytale of New York during the funeral service. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/dIQP8Yz

Royals post cards for children facing tough Christmas

Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis post cards at their mother's carol concert. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6c0RAHJ

Watch: 'World's most famous Christmas tree' switched on

Trafalgar Square's famous tree has been lit up in a tradition dating back to 1947. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Wjbth7O

Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of sexual assault by fourth woman

Following new legal action, the rapper says he "did not do any of the awful things being alleged". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4UsGfcy

A family's escape from North Korea through a minefield and stormy seas

Mr Kim and his family pull off a seemingly impossible feat and gives new insights into life there. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/jLqX8Vz

Denny Laine, Wings and Moody Blues musician, dies age 79

The guitarist and singer worked alongside Sir Paul McCartney and co-wrote the hit Mull of Kintyre. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/tJO1WnV

Washington DC house explodes as police respond to call

A huge explosion destroys at least one home in a suburb of Washington DC as police executed a search warrant. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mBTyI2U

'Incredible strength' of child stabbed in Dublin

Three children and a school assistant were injured in the attack, which was followed by rioting. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Pm6hu0e

'World's most famous Christmas tree' arrives in Trafalgar Square

Every year since 1947 Norway has sent a tree to London to say thank you for its support during WW2. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/k2Mxshy

Hong Kong: Protest leader Agnes Chow jumps bail

The activist is in Canada and is under investigation for breaching the national security law. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ucBzARI

Manchester City 3-3 Tottenham: Dejan Kulusevski rescues draw for Spurs

Dejan Kulusevski heads an equaliser in the 90th minute as Tottenham earn a dramatic Premier League draw against Manchester City. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2jUtTYy

Israel-Gaza: UK launches surveillance flights to find Hamas hostages

The UK is sending unarmed, manned aircraft over Israel and Gaza to aid rescue efforts. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/68dXC2c

One dead and one injured in Paris attack

Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin said passers-by were targeted in the Quai de Grenelle area. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lB3LoAH

Heavy snow causes travel delays across Europe

Train and flight cancellations cause disruption to travellers in Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ciCA9gu

AUKUS: Radars will help counter threat of 'space warfare'

Three sites set to monitor deep space in a security arrangement between the UK, US and Australia. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Ej6CXRf

Brigit Forsyth: Still Open All Hours actress dies aged 83

The star was best known for TV shows Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads? and Still Open All Hours. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6cdxMZW

Swedish murder: Five teenagers found guilty over taxi driver's killing

The victim was lured to a nature reserve after one of the teenagers reported him for rape. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pO7YhIq

Will Tesla's truck recover from its shattering start?

Tesla is due to host an event promoting the first deliveries of its new "cybertruck". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wGsx8DW