‘A miracle’: Officer shot in head during Bondi attack home from hospital
The Christmas homecoming of Jack Hibbert, who was shot in the head and shoulder, is a “miracle”, his family say. Read More
Trump unveils plans for ‘Golden Fleet’ battleships named after himself
The US president has vowed to revive American shipbuilding after lagging behind China in naval capacity. Read More
Wildfire-hit town wins €468m in Spain’s Christmas lottery
The town of La Bañeza, which has a population of around 11,000, was badly affected by wildfires in the summer. Read More
Russia escalates attacks on key Ukrainian region of Odesa
President Volodymyr Zelensky warned the attacks were an attempt by Moscow to block Ukraine’s access to maritime logistics. Read More
NGOs fear Israel registration rules risk collapse of Gaza aid operations
International organisations not registered by 31 December face closure in Israel, but the Israeli government says aid delivery will not be affected. Read More
Ecuadorean soldiers jailed for 34 years over boys’ forced disappearance
The four boys were picked up by a military patrol and their bodies were later found mutilated and burned. Read More
US lawmakers threaten legal action against Attorney General over Epstein files
On Monday, Senator Schumer said he would introduce a resolution to take legal action over the failure to release the full files. Read More
Baby followed by BBC back in Gaza hospital after treatment abroad
The BBC revisits one-year-old Siwar Ashour who was temporarily evacuated to Jordan for medical treatment during the Gaza war. Read More
Élysée Palace staff member to stand trial over theft of precious tableware
Thomas M is accused of stealing solid silver and porcelain used for state banquets from France’s presidential palace. Read More
Ghana official rejects ‘Detty December’ label
The term is widely used to describe Ghana and Nigeria’s wild, end-of-year party seasons. Read More