Ukraine celebrates first Christmas on 25 December
The move to Western calendar is seen as a further shift away from Moscow’s influence. Source: BBC News
Manchester United: Sir Jim Ratcliffe agrees deal to buy 25% stake
Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s deal is expected to see significant funds used to upgrade the club’s training ground and Old Trafford stadium British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe has agreed to buy a 25% stake in Manchester United for about $1.3bn (£1.03bn). Ratcliffe’s Ineos Group will take control of football operations. The 71-year-old will also provide $300m […]
Wolves 2-1 Chelsea: Hosts condemn wasteful Chelsea to defeat
Mario Lemina celebrated his third goal of the season for Wolves Chelsea suffered a Christmas Eve to forget as Wolves condemned Mauricio Pochettino’s men to an eighth Premier League defeat of a tepid campaign. Second-half goals from Mario Lemina and Matt Doherty secured victory for the hosts, who recorded successive league wins against Chelsea for […]
Banksy: Second arrest held after artwork removed in Peckham
Another man was also held on suspicion of theft and criminal damage but has now been bailed. Source: BBC News
Two teenagers killed in three-vehicle crash in Cramlington
An 18-year-old and a 15-year-old died and two other males were seriously injured, police say. Source: BBC News
It's A Wonderful Life: The Borders village linked to a movie classic
Why is Birgham in the Scottish Borders “twinned” with the fictional town in It’s A Wonderful Life? Source: BBC News
Is Welsh Santa the original Elf on the Shelf?
Sion Corn is known as Wales’ Santa Claus, but could his origin story be closer to a visiting elf? Source: BBC News
Your pictures on the theme of 'bright lights'
A selection of striking images from our readers around the world. Source: BBC News
Israel-Gaza: Israel says it has arrested hundreds of Hamas and Islamic Jihad members
The arrests come as Israel hints at expanding its campaign, forcing more civilians out of their homes. Source: BBC News
Home Secretary James Cleverly criticised over drink spiking joke
The home secretary apologises for making an “ironic joke” at a Downing Street event, a spokesman says. Source: BBC News