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Putin tells BBC Western leaders deceived Russia
BBC Russia editor Steve Rosenberg had the opportunity to ask Vladimir Putin about his plans for the future of the country. Source link
Strictly star praised by ex-teacher ahead of final
Catherine Jones says Welsh star Amber Davies was a “born performer” even as a child at school. Source link
Charlie Kirk's widow Erika endorses JD Vance for president
Conservatives traded criticims at this year’s annual Turning Point USA America Fest conference. Source link
German court jails man for drugging, raping and filming wife for years
The 61-year-old has been sentenced to eight-and-a-half years in prison after posting the videos online. Source link
Kylie beats Wham! to Christmas number one – she'll do a jigsaw to celebrate
The pop star tops the Christmas charts, but says she’s planning a low-key celebration in Australia. Source link
David Walliams dropped by book publisher
Walliams is one of the UK’s most successful children’s authors, having sold more than 60 million books. Source link
Resident doctors in Scotland to go on strike for first time
Their union BMA Scotland has accused the government of reneging on a commitment to restore pay to 2008 levels. Source link
Trump officials to release only some Epstein files as midnight deadline looms
The Friday deadline was mandated by a bill that got near-unanimous support in Congress, and was later signed into law by President Donald Trump. Source link
Ros Atkins on… The alleged links between the UAE and Sudan's civil war
BBC Analysis Editor Ros Atkins examines allegations of links between the UAE and Sudan’s RSF in the civil war, as international efforts continue to seek an end to the fighting. Source link
French court rejects Shein website suspension over childlike sex dolls
The fast-fashion giant welcomed the judgement and said its priority remains protecting French consumers. Source link