Australian move to fast-track new gun and protest laws after Bondi shooting draws criticism
Civil liberties advocates say laws ‘damage our democracy’ while others say they scapegoat gun owners. Read More
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Bondi gunmen threw explosives at start of attack and practised shooting weeks before, police allege
Videos also show the pair allegedly training in rural Australia and making statements in front of Islamic State flags. Read More
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
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
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