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Zelensky says Ukrainian withdrawal from the East possible in latest peace plan
On the key question of Ukraine's eastern Donbas, Zelensky says a "free economic zone" is a potential option.

New Epstein files detail email by 'A' from 'Balmoral', Trump trips and possible co-conspirators
The largest release of Epstein-related documents yet from the justice department included some notable messages and several mentions of Trump.

Andrew and Epstein is the story that will not go away
There are more questions for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in the latest documents from the Epstein files.

Christmas can be a nightmare for misophonia sufferers like me
Christmas is a difficult time if you suffer from a reduced tolerance to sounds, but there are ways to make it easier.

Rivalries and rumours: How the new order of the Murdoch dynasty is playing out
Family feuds and strategic change are redefining who holds power inside the Murdoch empire.

Canal collapse will massively affect business, says owner of narrowboat hire firm
Paul Donnelly says it will affect how many people book on to hire his canal boats.

Stranger Things: What could happen next as the show's finale looms?
Fans do not have long to wait, as the show returns in the UK on Boxing Day and then New Year's Day.

Venezuela accuses US of 'extortion' over seizure of oil tankers
An emergency meeting of the UN Security Council was called to discuss the US seizure of two tankers.

This is my toughest time as captain - Stokes
Ben Stokes said he is going through his "toughest time" as England captain, as the tourists' awful Ashes series is dogged by reports of excessive drinking.

Australia to deport British man charged with displaying Nazi symbols
The immigration minister said the man is an unwelcome "guest" in Australia.

Fourth Palestine Action hunger striker ends protest after 50 days
Eight people have taken part in a hunger strike, with several incidents of protesters being hospitalised.

Winnie-the-Pooh brings 100 years of fame to forest
A series of events will take place in and around Ashdown Forest to mark the famous bear's centenary.

Someone thought I was actually the woman from Baby Reindeer and screamed in my face, says actress
Actress Jessica Gunning says she is sometimes stopped and occasionally confused with her character.

How gun plot targeting Jewish community was stopped
Two men planned an attack in Greater Manchester and a third man failed to report the plan.

The Papers: 'Find me some 'friends'' and 'Scrap farm raid'
New Epstein files and the government winding back inheritance tax plans lead the Christmas Eve papers.

When turkeys were walked to London for Christmas
Before railways and refrigeration, the birds had to make the long journey to market on foot.

Have the American Pope and the American administration fallen out?
Why the Catholic Church and Donald Trump’s government are at odds over immigration policy.

Major fires still a risk under 'spineless' new safety law, construction boss warns
David Jones believes it will permit too many risks, but the government calls it a proportionate approach.

US denies visas to ex-EU commissioner and two UK campaigners over social media rules
Thierry Breton, the former top tech regulator at the European Commission, says a "witch hunt" is taking place.

King's Christmas speech to come from Westminster Abbey
The King is expected to talk about the "pilgrimage" of life, and the lessons it can teach.

Two police officers killed in explosion in Moscow
An explosion was detonated after police approached a 'suspicious' individual in Moscow, authorities said.

'Hero' boy saves mum at the wheel on ill-fated Christmas trip
Nicola Crump says her son is her "little hero" after his quick thinking prevented a serious crash.

BP sells stake in motor oil arm Castrol for $6bn
BP has sold a 65% stake in its motor lubricant arm Castrol to US-based investment firm Stonepeak.

Border villagers abducted and taken to Russia, says Ukraine
Ukraine has tried to evacuate areas of Sumy region near the Russian border, but many civilians have refused to leave.

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The Best Bits of Newscast's Podcast-a-Thon (Part Two)
Laura Kuenssberg, Chris Mason, Paddy O’Connell, Lyse Doucet and Pudsey Bear

First batch of Epstein files released
Victims express disappointment over heavily redacted Epstein documents

Zendaya stars in this heated tennis love triangle
A love triangle forms between three tennis players.

The magic behind your favourite Christmas music videos
Revealing the magic behind the making of the nation’s favourite Christmas music videos.

Stokes calls for empathy for players after Ashes criticism
Ben Stokes said he is going through his "toughest time" as England captain, as the tourists' awful Ashes series is dogged by reports of excessive drinking.

Archer ruled out of Ashes as Bethell replaces Pope
England pace bowler Jofra Archer is ruled out of the remainder of the Ashes series with a side strain, while England drop former vice-captain Ollie Pope for the fourth Test in Melbourne.

Man City in advanced talks with Bournemouth's Semenyo
Antoine Semenyo is set to make a final decision on his future with Manchester City in advanced talks over a January move for the Bournemouth forward.