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Dec 31
UK special forces face possible Syria war crimes charges

Nine members of UK special forces could face prosecution over alleged war crimes…

Dec 31
Police identify woman set on fire in deadly New York City attack

Authorities identified Debrina Kawam, 61, of New Jersey as the victim of the 22…

Dec 31
UK weather warnings dampen New Year celebrations

Widespread disruption is expected as almost all parts of the country are covered by at…

Dec 31
BBC Radio 2 DJ Johnnie Walker dies at 79

The presenter retired in October due to ill-health having worked as a DJ for 58 years.

Dec 31
UN says Israeli attacks pushing Gaza healthcare towards total collapse

The UN rights office says the attacks raise serious concerns about war crimes and…

Dec 31
Why did it take Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt eight years to reach divorce deal?

The pair were married for two years – but it has taken four times that time to…

Dec 31
Watch: New Zealand and Australia celebrate the start of a new year

Celebrations are being held as countries welcome in the new year.

Dec 31
Foreign fighters given senior Syrian army posts, reports say

The move will raise concerns over the role radicalised foreign militants may play in…

Dec 31
Sadiq Khan knighthood prompts Conservative criticism

Politicians joining Sir Sadiq on the New Year Honours list include Emily Thornbury and…

Dec 31
Pre-flight checks found ‘no issues’ before S Korea air crash

Jeju Air says the plane that crashed in South Korea killing 179 people had passed a…

Dec 31
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…

Dec 31
‘There was no reason’: Olympians Adlington and Kenny discuss baby loss

The pair discussed the struggles of losing a baby as a professional athlete.

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