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Bethlehem Christmas tree lights up for first time since start of Gaza war

December 7, 2025 - 00:08
For the past two years all public Christmas celebrations have been cancelled in Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank.
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At least 11 killed in South Africa mass shooting

December 6, 2025 - 19:51
Gunmen stormed a hostel near Pretoria and opened fire, killing 11 people including a three-year-old.
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Deadly border fighting breaks out between Pakistan and Afghanistan

December 6, 2025 - 17:23
Both sides accuse the other of starting the overnight fighting and breaching a fragile ceasefire agreed in October.
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US says progress made at talks with Ukraine on plan to end war

December 6, 2025 - 16:00
Talks between senior US and Ukrainian negotiators in Florida continue for a third day on Saturday.
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Deadly border fighting breaks out between Pakistan and Afghanistan

December 6, 2025 - 13:58
Both sides accuse the other of starting the overnight fighting and breaching a fragile ceasefire agreed in October.
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Watch: Flames and thick smoke engulf plane in Brazil after fire breaks out

December 6, 2025 - 13:19
Equipment on the tarmac at Brazil’s São Paulo airport caught fire, with the blaze rapidly surrounding a plane and forcing the evacuation of 169 passengers.
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US panel votes to end recommending hepatitis B vaccine for all newborns

December 6, 2025 - 11:57
Trump, who called the decision "very good", has directed the health department to look into making more changes to childhood vaccinations.
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Legendary architect Frank Gehry dies aged 96

December 6, 2025 - 11:04
Frank Gehry was acclaimed for his love of jagged angles and use of industrial materials.
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Lured by lucrative job offers and sent to fight for Russia. Kenyans want their sons back

December 6, 2025 - 09:57
Kenyan families whose sons have been duped into fighting for Russia demand they be brought home.
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What should you do if you dislike your friend's partner?

December 6, 2025 - 09:08
Former friends Chrishell Stause and Emma Hernan have argued on and off-camera in the Netflix reality show.
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Single women risk rape and exploitation in search for better life in Europe

December 6, 2025 - 09:07
Esther says she faced sexual violence on her journey to Europe after fleeing abuse in Nigeria.
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Moment officers wrangle 600lb alligator from Florida road

December 6, 2025 - 08:55
At least seven deputies and a skilled trapper were needed to remove the 14ft (4.2m) reptile, which was later released at an alligator farm.
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North American leaders take stage together for the first time

December 6, 2025 - 07:52
The World Cup draw marked the first time that Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has met Trump, and the trio briefly discussed trade.
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North American leaders take stage together for the first time

December 6, 2025 - 07:52
The World Cup draw marked the first time that Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has met Trump, and the trio briefly discussed trade.
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Five takeaways from the blockbuster Netflix-Warner Brothers deal

December 6, 2025 - 07:51
It might seem like a simple merger deal, but it's got all the ingredients of a Hollywood drama.
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Five takeaways from the blockbuster Netflix-Warner Brothers deal

December 6, 2025 - 07:51
It might seem like a simple merger deal, but it's got all the ingredients of a Hollywood drama.
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Twitch star QTCinderella says she wishes she never started streaming

December 6, 2025 - 07:32
The Streamer Awards organiser said the negatives of her online role made it hard to enjoy the job.
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US Supreme Court agrees to hear case challenging birthright citizenship

December 6, 2025 - 06:54
Donald Trump's controversial executive order to end birthright citizenship had been rejected by lower courts.
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Meghan reaches out to estranged father after amputation reports, spokesman says

December 6, 2025 - 06:29
Thomas Markle is reported to be seriously ill in hospital in the Philippines.
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Meghan reaches out to estranged father after amputation reports, spokesman says

December 6, 2025 - 06:29
Thomas Markle is reported to be seriously ill in hospital in the Philippines.
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