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Watch: New Zealand and Australia new year celebrations

Celebrations are being held as countries welcome in the new year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UScTPtE

Foreign fighters given senior Syrian army posts - reports

The move will raise concerns over the role radicalised foreign militants may play in Syria's future. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YHpGN2J

An end to the war and lower food prices - what Russians want in 2025

People in Moscow speak to BBC Russia Editor Steve Rosenberg about their wishes for the New Year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jC8ROSv

At the scene of the South Korea plane crash investigation

The BBC's Asia correspondent visited the scene, where investigators are sifting through the fuselage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xL5J3Sr

Billionaire HBO creator Charles Dolan dies aged 98

The mogul who created Cablevision also owned Madison Square Garden, and the Knicks and Rangers sports teams. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MxeiHtC

179 people killed in deadliest plane crash in South Korea

Just two survivors were rescued after what is the country's deadliest ever air disaster. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uYU9N7I

Rebel Wilson marries Ramona Agruma in Sydney ceremony

The couple held a service in Sardinia in September and have now made it official in Wilson's hometown. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SCiT0tP

Putin apologises for plane crash, without saying Russia at fault

Russia's leader apologises for the downing of an Azerbaijani plane in Russian airspace - without directly taking blame. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iXTV2vt

Azerbaijan plane survivors recall moments before crash

Three survivors of the downed Azerbaijani plane have described the moments on the flight before the crash. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N8Wi6ps

Magnus Carlsen quits chess championship after being told to change jeans

The defending champion said he quit as a "matter of principle" after being told to change his jeans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VFBrpLS

India mourns ex-PM Manmohan Singh with full state funeral

Mourners gathered across Delhi to pay respects to a former PM many credit for India's economic reform. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MDplHka

What just happened in South Korea?

Lawmakers vote to impeach acting president Han Duck-soo, two weeks after voting to impeach the president. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6i0oxSL

Israel orders Gaza's Kamal Adwan hospital to evacuate

The hospital's nursing director says ICU patients in comas and on ventilation machines are being forced out. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aM4qjNB

Finland investigates Russia 'shadow fleet' ship after cable damage

Finland is investigating a tanker following the rupture of a transmission cable in the Baltic Sea. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dUM4KmC

Russia warns against 'hypotheses' after Azerbaijan Airlines crash

The Russia-bound passenger plane went down in Kazakhstan with the loss of 38 lives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9PM0jCF

Five Gaza journalists killed in Israeli strike

A Palestinian TV channel says they were in a marked media van, but Israel says it was targeting militants. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7U8nKSo

Zelensky condemns 'inhumane' Christmas Day attack

Russia has launched a major missile and drone attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cSHEjzP

Owner and architect of Turkey quake collapse hotel jailed

They received hefty sentences after 72 people were killed when the building fell in the 2023 quake. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u8TEBMI

Watch: ISS crew sends Christmas greetings from space

Astronauts on the International Space Station send a festive message from orbit, some 250 miles (400km) above Earth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oTdPHS3

Hong Kong offers rewards for arrest of six activists abroad

The police say they will give HK$1m to people who can help them find those accused of breaching security laws. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Sf8iTC9

Dozens not thousands killed on Mayotte by Cyclone Chido - French PM

French Prime Minister François Bayrou believes dozens of people died after the cyclone hit the territory, rather than thousands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9EMr2Lb

Ethics report into Matt Gaetz expected to be released

A draft details evidence of alleged drug use and payments for sex - which the former US congressman denies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4gKARHo

Watch: Abseiling Santa descends from Guatemala bridge to deliver toys

A firefighter dressed as Santa abseils down a bridge in Guatemala City to give gifts to children. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SNzVDgr

Market attack suspect appears in court as anger grows over security

Suspect appears in court after attack on German Christmas market that killed five and injured more than 200. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gYZ21Hb

US warplane shot down in Red Sea 'friendly fire' incident

Both pilots were rescued after ejecting safely from their F/A-18 fighter aircraft. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gFnXtHp

Boy, 8, saves classmate with Heimlich manoeuvre

Thomas Conley was sitting next to Isaiah Rodriguez at lunch when he noticed something was wrong. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4wRasSF

Inside the abandoned homes of Assad's ruthless enforcers

The men who ruled Syria with an iron fist have fled - and some fear they may evade justice. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ayid172

Jogging memories: Why some Nigerians in London set up their own running club

Young Igbos in the UK meet up weekly to reconnect with their roots. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ezZ4hWV

Child dies in stabbing at Croatian primary school

The alleged attacker has been arrested, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RWBC1gw

Eight migrants drown after boat tries to evade Greek ship

So far 18 people have been rescued from the sea with many of the survivors suffering from injuries after the incident. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AmYnyik

Watch: Crowds boo President Macron in Mayotte

The French president spoke to residents on Mayotte while touring the devastation caused by Cyclone Chido. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4VacRki

Watch: BBC sees 'complete devastation' in Mayotte

BBC Africa Correspondent Mayeni Jones reports from cyclone-hit Mayotte, as French President Emmanuel Macron visits to assess the damage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ageBy0m

Children killed in crush at Nigerian funfair

The widely advertised event saw large numbers of children show up, leading to a deadly crush. from BBC News https://ift.tt/leN3CYm

Nasa astronauts Butch and Suni's homecoming delayed again

Nasa says that the astronauts stuck on the space station will have to wait even longer to get home. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hZvfeum

Missing India woman found in Pakistan returns home after 22 years

Hamida Banu was promised a job in Dubai, but says the recruitment agent instead took her to Pakistan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NjpswES

What verified videos tell us about Igor Kirillov's death

Footage from the scene shows a blast targeting the Russian general as he left a Moscow apartment block. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qhpd0eC

Anti-whaling activist Paul Watson released from jail in Greenland

Danish authorities reject a Japanese bid to extradite the campaigner because of his time spent in detention. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wuig3Sp

Married couple among 11 Indians killed in Georgia gas poisoning

A man celebrating his birthday and a married couple are among the dead, relatives tell the BBC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iqA85Kj

Gaza ceasefire talks in final stage, Palestinian negotiator tells BBC

The official outlines a phased plan which would see hostages freed in step with Israeli pullouts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TvbekMn

Watch: Cyclone Chido batters Mayotte leaving heavy damage

Video footage shows the devastation wrought by the strongest storm in decades to strike the French territory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yxm342O

Watch: BBC sees 'anger and frustration' on streets of Tbilisi

Large crowds of protesters gather outside the Georgian parliament to object to the appointment of a new president. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Juqi9Ps

South Korea has voted to impeach President Yoon - now what?

The BBC's Jean Mackenzie explains what happens next following the impeachment of Yoon Suk Yeol. from BBC News https://ift.tt/obAOm2g

West African bloc approves historic exit of military-run states

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger will leave the Ecowas group in January but have six months to return. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MkBWNri

South Korean MPs impeach president over martial law attempt

Thousands of protesters hailed the move as a victory for democracy but Yoon has vowed to fight on. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u7A6CgD

Skulls and body bags: Searching for Syria's disappeared

BBC's Lucy Williamson finds family members exhuming human remains in a desperate search for their lost relatives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fuPI51s

South Korea parliament votes to impeach president

Thousands of protesters celebrated the vote on the streets of Seoul, with singing and fireworks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u7A6CgD

Trump vows to end 'very costly' daylight saving time

Some have long called for the practice of changing the clock twice a year to end. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9zdEnWN

Net closing in on South Korea's president as MPs get death threats over impeachment vote

Yoon Suk Yeol - whose attempt to impose martial law backfired - faces another vote in parliament this weekend. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5HQycNr

'Thankless job' - why trainee Kenyan doctors are taking their own lives

A doctors' union says long hours for little or no pay is leaving trainee medics with poor mental health. from BBC News https://ift.tt/42iYUtE

S Korea's President Yoon vows to 'fight to the end'

President Yoon Suk Yeol said that he declared martial law to protect the country's democracy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/f6s3oVr

Star luxury property brokers charged with sex trafficking in US

The Alexander brothers are accused of drugging, assaulting and raping dozens of women over more than a decade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/e6hH73J

Israel confirms attack on Syrian naval fleet

The BBC has verified videos showing blasts in the Syrian port of Latakia, as Israel conducts strikes across Syria. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PTewCVh

Syria rebels burn tomb of Bashar al-Assad's father

Armed men are seen celebrating in Hafez al-Assad's burning mausoleum in the family's hometown. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zYydaT8

Girl, 11, rescued in Med after three days clinging to tyre tubes

The girl from Sierra Leone said all the 44 migrants on board had died in the storms and high waves. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WAOfKrz

Luigi Mangione fights extradition to face charge of murdering CEO

The 26-year-old was arrested in Pennsylvania, and prosecutors are seeking to bring him to trial in New York. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UhLgueS

What just happened in Syria and who's in charge?

Syria's PM says his former cabinet is working with the rebels who toppled President Assad. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8O1v4g5

Syria rescuers end search for secret cells in notorious prison

The White Helmets say it did not find any "unopened or hidden areas" after it was captured by rebels. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XgeWbkP

Melbourne synagogue fire 'likely' terror act, police say

Three suspects are being sought over the fire, which injured one person and caused extensive damage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rIWE8n3

Soto set to sign reported £600m deal - biggest in history of sport

Baseball star Juan Soto is to reportedly sign the biggest contract in the sport's history after agreeing a $765m (£600m) deal over 15 years with the New York Mets. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1NDbyjJ

Watch: BBC reports from inside Damascus

The BBC's Barbara Plett-Usher says everyone in the Syrian capital is "waiting to see what will happen next". from BBC News https://ift.tt/46IbK89

Five dead, more feared missing after The Hague flat explosions

Police say a car drove away "at very high speed" shortly after the explosions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nOQHYGg

Watch: BBC reports from inside Damascus

The BBC's Barbara Plett-Usher says everyone in the Syrian capital is "waiting to see what will happen next". from BBC News https://ift.tt/mgpeqNz

Dominican Republic records largest-ever cocaine seizure

Authorities say the shipment, hidden in bananas, was destined for Europe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WZjc3At

New president awaits Ghana as election day arrives

The West African nation is guaranteed a new leader as Nana Akufo-Addo steps down after serving two terms. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aTumGbc

Syrian rebels capture second major city after military withdraws

Hama is south of Aleppo, which the rebels seized last week after launching a lightning offensive. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b5CuF4v

Romania hit by major election influence campaign and Russian cyber-attacks

Romania's intelligence service reveals details of what it says is an attempt from abroad to meddle in the country's presidential election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cSMWeL7

Moment Bahamas MP throws ceremonial mace out parliament window

Throwing a mace out a window has historic significance in the country and previously happened in 1965. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yQzxoVw

How two hours of martial law unfolded in South Korea

MPs begin impeachment proceedings against President Yoon Suk Yeol after thwarting his bid to impose martial law. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hmv5xMX

Filipino vessel 'sideswiped' by China Coast Guard

The incident happened near the disputed Scarborough Shoal and Beijing said it acted "in accordance with the law". from BBC News https://ift.tt/gZypo6e

Watch: How Jaguar's shifted gears with its concept car

The company has been at the centre of a media storm as a result of its radical revamp. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vAOjSbs

‘Italian’ purees in UK supermarkets likely to contain Chinese forced-labour tomatoes

Some products described as “Italian” appear to contain Chinese tomatoes, BBC investigation suggests. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AQ8X6Mi

Three dead and dozens sick after eating sea turtle stew

At least 32 people in the Philippines were admitted to hospital after consuming the endangered species. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l1dJ5ZB

Trump picks loyalist ex-aide as FBI director

The president-elect also chooses a Florida sheriff to lead drug enforcement, and gives Ivanka's father-in-law a role. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ViUcFtN

Venomous snake slithers up driver's leg on Australia motorway

Police say the woman was "rattled" and "in a state of shock" when she looked down to find the deadly snake by her feet. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YhqrE0j

Statue of Syrian president's brother is torn down in Aleppo

The footage, which has muted sound, was filmed by Turkish journalist Ibrahim Bozan on 30 November 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KjYNX7n