Ukraine celebrates first Christmas on 25 December
The move to Western calendar is seen as a further shift away from Moscow’s influence. Read More
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Sri Lanka: Thousands arrested in week-long anti-drug operation
Almost 15,000 suspected criminals and addicts are detained in a week-long operation, police say. Read More
High winds likely to add to Christmas Eve travel disruption
Weather warnings cover parts of the UK, with rail disruption expected from engineering works and staff shortages. Read More
Manchester United: Sir Jim Ratcliffe agrees deal to buy 25% stake for about £1.25bn
British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe agrees a deal to buy a 25% stake in Manchester United from the Glazer family. Read More
Cat makes history in Sydney to Hobart yacht race
Oli is believed to be the first feline seafarer in the famous race’s 78-year history. Read More
Cologne Cathedral: Extra checks at German landmark after attack warning
German police are deployed near the cathedral, amid fears of attacks in several European countries. Read More
‘Bethlehem is empty of joy – no Santa, no celebration’
The West Bank city of Bethlehem, usually bustling at this time of year, is subdued as war goes on in Gaza. Read More
Slovakia arrest over threat to copy Prague attack
The suspect said he wanted to repeat Thursday’s shooting in neighbouring Czech Republic, police say. Read More
Explosion at Indonesia nickel plant kills 13 staff
Dozens of others were injured at the Chinese-funded facility, after a flammable liquid ignited. Read More
Israel vows to continue ‘difficult’ military operation in Gaza
An Israeli army spokesman says fierce battles are raging at Hamas’s new strongholds in the Gaza Strip. Read More