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Man shot dead by armed police in Worcestershire 25 Dec 2024, 6:57 pm

West Mercia Police refers itself to the policing watchdog after a man was shot in Redditch.

Dozens survive Kazakhstan passenger plane crash 25 Dec 2024, 6:18 pm

Kazakh authorities say 38 people were killed in the incident in western Kazakhstan.

Bald eagle officially declared US national bird after 250 years 25 Dec 2024, 5:41 pm

The bird has been a national emblem in the US for years, but it never had an official status in the country's 248-year history.

Pope urges negotiations to end Ukraine-Russia war 25 Dec 2024, 5:14 pm

The pontiff also called for a ceasefire in Gaza and the freeing of hostages held by Hamas.

Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after four people hit by car 25 Dec 2024, 4:43 pm

Police say one of the pedestrians is in a life-threatening condition.

Cancer survivor wishes King and Kate well at Sandringham service 25 Dec 2024, 4:14 pm

The Christmas service is a big event in the royal calendar, bringing together the Royal Family for a public appearance.

King praises health workers and calls for unity after riots 25 Dec 2024, 4:10 pm

His Christmas Day message follows a year that saw him and the Princess of Wales treated for cancer.

Fancy dress swimmers take Christmas Day dip 25 Dec 2024, 2:58 pm

Sharks, turkeys, crackers and even an oven take part in festive fancy dress swims around England.

Church must 'be changed' after abuse scandals, Archbishop says 25 Dec 2024, 2:35 pm

Stephen Cottrell, the Archbishop of York, has faced calls to resign over his handling of a sexual abuse case involving a priest.

Russia says Christmas Day attack on Ukraine was a success, as Zelensky calls strikes 'inhumane' 25 Dec 2024, 2:21 pm

Russia has launched a major missile and drone attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.

Owner and architect of Turkey quake collapse hotel jailed 25 Dec 2024, 12:46 pm

They received hefty sentences after 72 people were killed when the building fell in the 2023 quake.

Take on our BBC Gameshows ultimate football quiz 25 Dec 2024, 12:11 pm

We've built five unique quizzes to celebrate five BBC shows - but only those with the biggest football trivia brains can beat them all.

Slam success & ranking rises - how British tennis thrived in 2024 25 Dec 2024, 11:54 am

The retirement of long-time talisman Andy Murray this year gave an opportunity for other British players to step into the limelight - and here's who impressed.

Israel investigation says army actions had 'influence' on killing of six hostages by Hamas 25 Dec 2024, 11:08 am

It also said that soldiers did not know the hostages were there when they began their operation.

Watch: Stranded astronauts send Christmas greetings from space 25 Dec 2024, 11:01 am

Astronauts on the International Space Station send a festive message from orbit, some 250 miles (400km) above Earth.

Liam Payne's girlfriend says Christmas a 'time of grief and sadness' 25 Dec 2024, 10:56 am

She has called on people to show kindness to those who may be "carrying grief this holiday".

Valencia appoint West Brom's Corberan as new boss 25 Dec 2024, 10:53 am

La Liga strugglers Valencia appoint West Bromwich Albion boss Carlos Corberan as their new head coach.

I've seen Gavin & Stacey but I can't tell anyone what happens 25 Dec 2024, 9:32 am

Gavin & Stacey returns to our screens on Christmas Day for one final time - and I've seen it.

The rock houses of England's last cave people 25 Dec 2024, 8:14 am

Over centuries, caves in Kinver, Staffordshire, are turned into rock houses by families.

Penguins and iceberg-watching: Marking Christmas in Antarctica 25 Dec 2024, 7:39 am

Staff working out in the wilds of Antarctica share their Christmas Day plans.

Five things you might not know about snow 25 Dec 2024, 2:43 am

Did you know that snow is not white? Or that it falls at three miles an hour? Sarah Keith-Lucas has these facts and more.

Greenland and the Panama Canal aren't for sale. Why is Trump threatening to take them? 25 Dec 2024, 1:59 am

Trump's promises to use America's strength to its advantage helped propel him twice to the White House.

Coronation Street's Gail bids farewell after 50 years 25 Dec 2024, 1:29 am

A look back at some of Gail's highlights as the longstanding character leaves the cobbles.

'Fatherhood's like the early days of Franz Ferdinand' 25 Dec 2024, 12:09 am

The Glasgow indie band will release their sixth album The Human Fear on 10 January.

Nigel Bates returns to EastEnders 26 years later 24 Dec 2024, 9:21 pm

The show's producer says the reason for Bates' mysterious return will be revealed "in the coming weeks".

ICC announce Champions Trophy 2025 fixtures 24 Dec 2024, 3:18 pm

India will face Pakistan in Dubai on 23 February as the International Cricket Council releases the Champions Trophy 2025 fixtures.

'Self-doubt, errors & big changes' - inside the crisis at Man City 24 Dec 2024, 7:30 am

As Pep Guardiola and Manchester City's current crisis continues, Spanish football expert Guillem Balague takes a look at their issues - and potential solutions.

How Sir Alex Ferguson built his last great Manchester United side 24 Dec 2024, 1:01 am

A new documentary explores the genius of Sir Alex Ferguson and looks at his greatest achievements in the game.

Scheffler & Korda dominate, McIlroy's miss and a Woods ace - 2024 in review 23 Dec 2024, 5:13 pm

Iain Carter embarks on a round to represent 2024 with, in no particular order, 18 of the key memories from the year.

The Mistaken Identity Murders 20 Dec 2024, 1:00 pm

The shocking story of two innocent teenagers murdered in a case of mistaken identity.

The rebel commander running Syria 20 Dec 2024, 7:30 am

The BBC's Jeremy Bowen brings us his interview with HTS leader Ahmed al-Sharaa

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