Supply ‘too reliant’ on one asset, says water firm boss
South East Water wants to expand output capacity after Tunbridge Wells issues, says David Hinton. Read More
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Why Croatia’s capital wants to hold Europe’s best Christmas market
The festive events help to put cities on the map and attract millions of tourists. Read More
Epidural kit shortage could last until March, regulator says
The shortage is due to a major supplier stopping manufacturing epidural bags, the government says. Read More
‘I knew something was seriously wrong – again’: Bondi area reels from two deadly attacks in two years
The Bondi shooting, and a deadly stabbing attack just last year, have left scores scarred and traumatised. Read More
In rebel-held Myanmar, civilians face devastating air strikes and a sham election
The BBC goes to a rebel-held part of Myanmar, ahead of a government-mandated election starting this month. Read More
Gunmen kill nine in South Africa tavern attack
A further 10 people were injured in Bekkersdal after the perpetrators opened fire and “continued to shoot randomly”. Read More
Israel approves 19 new settlements in occupied West Bank
Far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said the move was about blocking the establishment of a Palestinian state. Read More
Tourists to face €2 fee to get near Rome’s Trevi Fountain
Visitors who don’t live in Rome will have to pay to view the Baroque monument up close from February. Read More
Millions head off for Christmas on busiest day of festive getaway
Road, rail and air travellers are being advised to allow extra time for travel and check their routes. Read More
Rights groups condemn new record number of executions in Saudi Arabia
At least 347 people have now been put to death this year, according to the UK-based campaign group Reprieve. Read More