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From a confusing news debate to a nude photoshoot, there was plenty to keep Indian social media buzzing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YbpzTUk

New year bookings at bars and restaurants are down due to rail strikes and price rises, industry experts say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jIQH3es

Cristiano Ronaldo joins Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr on a deal that runs until 2025. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BNDZp7X

The online influencer is detained under an investigation into rape and human trafficking. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9DFgCoh

The festival is extremely popular with African Americans who like to see in the New Year in Africa. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ArwNB0

Pele was a footballing legend the world over, but for people in Brazil he was so much more. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/afkusvz

Venugopal Dhoot was arrested earlier this week in a case of fraud, which he denies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZuQObAD

It has been a tough year with more challenges to come, but some retailers are proving the fittest can survive. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/PCa5n2D

Brazil legend Pele, who is regarded by many as football's greatest player, dies at the age of 82. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cLrWedz

The life of the man regarded by many as the finest ever player of the "beautiful game". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QLq10pD

For the first time in modern history a living Pope will help bury a dead Pope. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Pq7SV1E

The US company says the levy on its profits will discourage future investment in Europe. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ZQ8g9N

The boss of the PCS union says Border Force staff walkouts on Friday could be the first of many. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Hms3xcp

Kyrylo Budanov says neither side can make significant advances, and eyes advanced Western weapons. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VaJ1RFP

Four countries begin a process to hold Iran legally accountable for the 2020 downing of flight PS752. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MHUQlNW

Bangladesh's PM says the metro will reduce traffic in the city with a population of 22 million. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/K4Yxvtf

Barry Croft Jr has been given a 19-year sentence for his role in a plot to kidnap Gov Gretchen Whitmer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WiNqrVy

Adama Diémé was motivated after seeing once-verdant villages in Senegal without a single tree. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zpvOjhB

About 1,000 workers at six UK airports will resume their walkout over pay and conditions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tf15nqx

The Ukrainian city, liberated from Russian control last month, is coming under heavy bombardment. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FKXDiwc

Adam Fox hoped to start a "revolution" but was sentenced to 16 years for targeting Gretchen Whitmer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JfIHACz

PM Pedro Sánchez backs aid for households amid an energy crisis prompted by Russia's war in Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kjpYqI4

Life-sized sex dolls resembling minors are still prohibited, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rRPIBO2

How one town is tackling anti-social behaviour by rewarding sober party-goers with free drinks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kqHKEsa

Passengers are being urged to check travel times as rail workers finish their latest walkout. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/kuhVg1v

Until a few years ago, indie music competing with Bollywood would've made for an unlikely proposition - not anymore. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BqIPLrn

A landmine kills at least 10 passengers as the West African country battles a jihadist insurgency. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hO2NpMP

Warnings for ice and snow are in place in parts of the UK as rail strikes continue on Boxing Day. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8FermBp

Nika survived the Russian assault on Kharkiv earlier this year, and is now settled in the UK. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TVe1Cmq

Nearly 60 hungry and weak men are found in Aceh province after their boat drifts ashore. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5ruofQ7

Locals on Union Island are trained to ensure a diminutive reptile does not get wiped out by poachers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7zRmwdt

Anger swells despite a fierce crackdown as the regime faces its biggest challenge in decades. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/baUBtxD

In his Christmas Day message, the pontiff also called for an "immediate end" to the war in Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YyfNxsv

Few parts of North America have been spared from a deadly winter storm. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/18DGSlM

It is not yet known what caused the crash involving an intercity coach on Christmas Eve. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VO0ZUgI

A UK charity runs the only shelter for poorly treated and abandoned donkeys in the West Bank. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Eju3YZw

At least 19 deaths are linked to a massive winter storm that continues to pummel the US and Canada. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uZfkImc

His comments at Christmas Eve Mass in the Vatican follow previous comments about the war in Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KlxF4zE

President Zelensky urges his people to persevere as Russian attacks leave millions without power. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7OqS9f1

Video of Lesya and Valeriy's military checkpoint wedding went viral in March 2022. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OTmuWVA

Another six people are injured after the blaze in an unregistered property in the Siberian city of Kemerovo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/I80vKFL

Climate change is said to be a key factor in a 27% decline in the population over the past five years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cjJdTeY

It follows a recent report which highlighted early retirement as an issue around a UK labour shortage. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/hUMmw19

So far at least 12 deaths have been linked to the cold snap, which has brought blizzards and floods. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sU8wYvq

Lanez faces more than 20 years in jail for wounding the Grammy award-winning rapper in 2020. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JAuGoYZ

Trains will stop running at around 15:00 on Saturday, as walkouts on the railways and other industries continue. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/VGKYmXB

Provisions on everything from TikTok to lobster fishing are in the 4,155-page legislation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qM4ucxd

Travellers arriving in the UK are warned to expect disruption and delays as staff who check passports go on strike. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jyb4W6u

Chinese comedian He Huang went viral with a performance in Sydney, prompting a heated response. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BJr7sG5

Fifa is investigating how celebrity chef Salt Bae and a number of other people gained "undue access" to the pitch at the end of the World Cup final in Qatar. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gc6a2fl

Two ex-associates plead guilty as the former "King of Crypto" is extradited from the Bahamas. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/a2XAnPz via IFTTT

The Ukrainian president takes his first foreign trip since Russia invaded his country in February. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XhJH3zS

Two years after post-Brexit trading began with the EU, UK businesses feel frustrated, says BCC. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/cI6iKFs

Benjamin Netanyahu is backed by an anti-LGBT party and one whose leader was convicted of racism. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wYPzy7e

In 2020, the then US president reported negative income and paid no income tax. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/EAmDySo

Sam Bankman-Fried has agreed to be taken from the Bahamas to the US to face fraud charges. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/Wuc0Tm5 via IFTTT

Almost 90% of pubs are considering shorter opening hours over winter as bills rise, according to a new survey. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8hOnHtN

The PM insists he won’t back down against striking workers, as nurses demand a 19% pay rise. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TbQXY3A

The magnitude 6.4 tremor struck overnight, killing at least two people and damaging roads and buildings. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/du75oX1

Argentina has had an army of supporters in the South Asian country since the days of Maradona. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qHj0bJ6

We look at the runner and riders to take over as the social media firm's chief executive. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bhK0Ey3

The committee airs critical testimony by a Trump loyalist and criticises his daughter, Ivanka Trump. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CoI2ya7

Current post-Brexit arrangements to ensure the continued availability are to be extended. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Qqi6Hbx

Business groups angry after a decision on extending support is put off until the new year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/qYCke7G

Lionel Messi is named BBC Sports Personality's World Sport Star of the Year after inspiring Argentina to World Cup glory. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/94Ru7ma

The Netherlands government is expected to apologise for slavery with a speech by the prime minister. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VZYymDv

In Germany, the Regensburg cathedral school has founded a separate girls choir. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kqwtGFu

Lionel Messi leads Argentina to World Cup glory, beating France on penalties in one of the most thrilling climaxes in final history. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Aj1vXwx

Only 8.8% of eligible voters took part in parliamentary elections largely boycotted by the opposition. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/upXRcGY

Users call for more regulation after state fund writes off investment in fallen cryptocurrency exchange. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/GS2aCXu

Demonstrators have prevented travellers crossing a border between Peru and Bolivia, after protesting for early elections. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0jFxT5A

A programme in California hopes to give back to communities targeted by the War on Drugs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/INseGRH

As rebels step up attacks, the government has responded with air strikes in the Oromia region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/W4UV9p5

A Kyiv metro station and bomb shelter is transformed into a TV studio for the selection programme. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TpOuB5y

Scientists say a rare reef habitat near the mouth of the Amazon is at risk from oil exploration. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kBzYZAc

Taraneh Alidoosti is accused of "spreading falsehoods" about the protest movement gripping Iran. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zSiNckU

The two-year-old in Uganda was rescued by a local man, who threw stones to fight it off. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nfU3brM

Tanitoluwa Adewumi rose to national stardom after winning a major tournament at eight years old. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GyOVTvs

The train company received bonuses last year, but has been criticised for poor service this year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/j1qhMpC

The reductions could affect up to 8% of its global workforce, or nearly 4,000 people. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/wl7h1zt

More than 98% of them backed strikes after an offer of a 50p per hour pay rise, the GMB union says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Xe0hgsE

The world's fastest-growing social media platform has become known globally for its vertical format. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/oBtm37C

Video shows gushing water and submerged platforms as Storm Efraín shuts forces several stations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/x5ZuUJv

At least three people are dead in Louisiana after multiple tornadoes touch down in the southern US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GW9PL0g

The government seeks a court order to stop the building of the barrier and to remove the containers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/R3ZiMdH

She was initially sentenced to death by stoning for adultery, prompting an international outcry. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ks6GNie

Travellers face disruption on the railways and roads on Friday - by the BBC’s Zoe Conway. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Uyg7zhQ

The warning comes as Royal Mail staff walk out in a fight over pay and conditions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/dJaS5xA

Celebrations for Les Bleus as Moroccan fans are left in silent despair. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hGZXJDV

What you need to know about the nurses' strike in England, Wales and NI - by the BBC’s Zoe Conway. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/o6rVWgm

In the Kurdistan region, women who feel trapped in abusive households often see suicide by self-immolation as their only way out. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/No2OA4V

As cryptocurrency makes headlines once again, here's a look at the main concepts and what they mean. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/FvIs6Gl via IFTTT

Which? says banks should refund all customers who are tricked into sending scammers money. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/EuVpBg2

Five Russians and two Americans allegedly tried to smuggle US military technology to Russia, dodging sanctions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/V9aySoA

Lionel Messi and Julian Alvarez were on target as Argentina beat Croatia to reach the World Cup final. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UVF9cBL

FTX filed for bankruptcy last month, leaving many unable to withdraw their funds from the cryptocurrency exchange. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nQuKBws

FTX filed for bankruptcy last month, leaving many unable to withdraw their funds from the cryptocurrency exchange. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/nQuKBws via IFTTT

With Christmas fast approaching here's what you need to know before borrowing money. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/vNKnb2j

No reason is given, but there is growing unease among Russians over President Putin's invasion of Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MFQsBmN

About 40,000 rail workers will start walking out on Tuesday in a row about jobs and pay. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/EcuweDP

Critics say Gov Doug Ducey's shipping crate barrier unlawfully cuts through tribal and federal lands. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/w6LU07a

Zimbabwe is only generating one third of its energy needs, hitting businesses and families hard. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zL5EVek

They may sing and dance like other musicians but they are made with artificial intelligence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qKktHGY

Andahuaylas airport is forced to shut as protests continue over the impeachment of President Castillo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WyXSOIj

About 115,000 postal workers are taking part in the dispute with Royal Mail. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/nxZvFCr

Heathrow and Gatwick also cancel flights after fog and snow sweeps the country. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/5ujgIO6

Tensions between the authorities and Kosovo's Serb minority have risen in recent weeks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SzEYKj9

The Lascar volcano, in the north, sends a plume of volcanic ash and hot gases 6,000m into the sky. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OakqpvA

Moroccan fans tell of pride and tears as their team makes it to the World Cup semi-finals. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/g1nVJHC

The event was set up to replace an annual lion hunt due to waning numbers of the animal in Kenya. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WSRNMjT

West Side Story icon Rita Moreno says discrimination left her with an unfair share of rubbish film roles. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/it3nceO