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Midlands pub closes after fifth flooding

Staff cancel the bookings of around 200 customers as the pub shuts for the foreseeable future. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/i8nETuk

Who is Frederik, the next king of Denmark once nicknamed 'Pingo'?

"I don't want to lock myself in a fortress. I want to be myself," Crown Prince Frederik once said. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/bUlmY8v

Queen Margrethe II: Danish monarch's 52-year reign in pictures

83-year-old Margrethe II is Europe's longest-serving living monarch, having taken the throne in 1972. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ZLRuKh1

Spanish football fan held in Tehran released, Iran says

Santiago Sánchez was detained during a trek in 2022 to the men's football World Cup in Qatar. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/XJzpd7R

Vogue model Ellie Goldstein: 'Doctors said I wouldn't walk or talk'

Model Ellie Goldstein, who has Down's syndrome, says people should never give up on their dreams. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pK1ZSf2

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/PvrCyju

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/vVZNnAc

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/PyZSWeU

River Esk deaths: Men 'swept away' in 4x4 named

Three men died on Thursday after they attempted to cross the River Esk in North Yorkshire. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/YONgHEx

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/72tiXs8

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/vqLZGoJ

Tony Chung: Student activist flees Hong Kong to seek asylum in UK

Tony Chung told the BBC he felt he had no control over his life, with police scrutinising his every move. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hYmC32y

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

Police say Christian Marriott came to an unconscious woman's aid after the crash in Sheffield. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rLubvD6

Trump election: Michigan supreme court rejects ballot disqualification bid

The former US president can stand in next year's presidential primary in the battleground state. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1yw9LiG

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/N43A9Uc

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/INSCbqQ

Man Utd 3-2 Aston Villa: Rasmus Hojlund fires United to comeback win over Villa

Rasmus Hojlund scores his first Premier League goal for Manchester United to complete a dramatic comeback against Aston Villa. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/P64tmwx

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/wRO27Pc

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/6tFHs3p

House prices to fall and rents to rise in 2024, forecasts suggest

While first-time buyers would welcome price falls, the other costs they face are likely to be higher. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/kd6ZtYU

Queen Camilla hosts Windsor Castle afternoon tea for girl with brain tumour

Olivia Taylor from south-east London has a brain tumour which has left her blind in one eye from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/PdGy53K

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/weRDozm

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/QhFHlqG

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/IoWCtvb

Bethlehem nativity scene depicted with rubble and razor wire

A muted Christmas celebration sees worshippers lighting candles and praying for peace in Manger Square. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/BxDIcqt

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/FznSDPe

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/EMZTewp

Airbus Atlantic: 700 staff sick after Christmas dinner

It is unclear what was on the menu for the festive feast turned nightmare before Christmas. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/v6X7FVp

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/FEqSRYi

Last Christmas scores Christmas number one, beating Sam Ryder and Mariah Carey

Wham's festive classic tops the Christmas chart for the first time, 39 years after its release. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3USp5aD

Storm Pia: Aircraft struggle to land at Birmingham Airport

Planes take several attempts to land at Birmingham Airport as Storm Pia brings strong winds. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/HhlsMiq

Police staff jailed for deleting speeding offences

As speed camera operators, they worked together so drivers could avoid fines, investigators said. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wbU7fmh

Liverpool 5-1 West Ham United: Jurgen Klopp's side reach Carabao Cup last four

Liverpool cruise into the EFL Cup semi-finals with a dominant performance against West Ham at Anfield. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/WGojx9L

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/huKlJAD

By-election triggered as Peter Bone MP loses seat

MP Peter Bone loses seat after recall petition, triggering by-election in the previously Conservative constituency Wellingborough from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fanmbud

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/pQgme9r

Apple halts some Watch sales in the US

The move comes after the US found it violated patent rights of a smaller firm. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/IR4szCe

Jonathan Majors: Marvel actor guilty of assaulting girlfriend

Jonathan Majors is known for playing Kang in the Marvel universe and for films like Creed III. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7L46mdD

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/pGQg2yw

Serbia's Vucic claims big election victory for party

The president's party is set to win, projections say, but the opposition has big hopes in Belgrade. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/0Tp5hLQ

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/it2qwA5

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/VB5KW1b

Eurovision 2024: Pop star Olly Alexander to represent the UK

The pop star will sing in Sweden next May, after a disappointing result for Mae Muller this year. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Zzt3jiX

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/Vfx8Nol

Everton: Club confirms move to new stadium in 2025-26 season

Everton's move to a new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock is confirmed to be the start of the 2025-26 season. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ra4kQjG

Julian De Bono: CCTV released in search for missing Ipswich man

Police say they are extremely concerned for Julian De Bono, last seen near the River Gipping. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/XTLxARq

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/phRvVKn

British Museum deputy director to leave after thefts inquiry

Dr Jonathan Williams had agreed to step back from his duties until the conclusion of an external review. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4x2gNEd

Facebook encryption risks children's safety, National Crime Agency warns

Signs of abuse will be missed because of the encryption of messages, the National Crime Agency says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/WNDiFrG

Lianne Gordon: Mother died trying to protect family, court hears

Lianne Gordon was shot by a teenager trying to force his way into her home, a court hears. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/r04BchV

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/Dem2VS4

Sunak takes the win but the battle is not over - Chris Mason

The PM secures a comfortable victory in crunch Rwanda vote but his troubles are far from over. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/GjvR3Y7

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/qO3cZt7

Man guilty of missing ex-partner's 2012 murder

Mum-of-four Claire Holland has not been seen since leaving a city centre pub in 2012. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/o45jAnX

Unions call for immediate pause to Ofsted

The NAHT and ASCL say time is needed to address the concerns raised at the inquest into Ruth Perry's death. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Ei5kNm

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/ty3MNIw

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 in the reality TV jungle. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/v6BG5qF

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/MtUlHp5

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/57Aavmo

Royal Family members reveal family Christmas card images

Prince and Princess of Wales use a monochrome image, while King and Queen go for Coronation photo. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/WVCAfLE

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/TCcNsDv

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/Lylq7Ck

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

Family and friends paid tribute to the lead singer of The Pogues, at his funeral in County Tipperary. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ZtMOoUu

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/b7sIFCa

Tyrannosaur’s last meal was two baby dinosaurs

Remains of baby dinosaurs inside another dinosaur reveal what a young predator ate 75m years ago. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/9nVWTP1

Paul Bryan: Murderer jailed after 39 years on the run

Paul Bryan is sentenced to at least 24 years in prison after killing Roman Szalajko in 1984. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/0kMsDgz

William Brown: Arrest after boy, 7, killed in Sandgate hit-and-run

A man has been arrested after seven-year-old William Brown died when he was hit by a vehicle. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ImdVjAq

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/ANYSsDR

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/dqec908

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/BCKhYZe

Virginia home explodes as police respond to call

A huge explosion destroys at least one home in Arlington, Virginia as police carried out a search warrant. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/iKCzPfT

What is the government’s new migration policy?

The government has announced changes to some of its rules on legal migration to the UK. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pX36lTN

Ukraine war: Russia accused of killing unarmed Ukrainian prisoners of war

Kyiv investigates a video said to show two surrendering Ukrainian soldiers being shot by Russians. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mlTJdBb

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/LqaWmIg

Pogues, Wham! and Mariah battle to be Christmas number one

Fairytale of New York has surged since the death of Pogues' frontman Shane MacGowan. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/duK9RHm

The Papers: 'Starmer praises Thatcher' and Royals unite

Sunday's papers look at the continuing royal race row and the Labour leader's praise of Margaret Thatcher. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/kzrcOD6

One dead and one injured in Paris attack

Interior Minister GĂ©rald Darmanin says passers-by were targeted in the Quai de Grenelle area. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7Mwremb

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/jhsie62

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/VaDz6Fv

'Ghana Must Go' bags: Ethiopian Airlines bans the well-known luggage

Ethiopian Airlines says the luggage, known by various names across Africa, can damage equipment. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pH45J0W