The town of La Bañeza, which has a population of around 11,000, was badly affected by wildfires in the summer.
Ros Atkins on… the oil tanker being pursued by the US
The BBC’s Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at what we know about the “active pursuit” of an oil tanker by the US Coast Guard off the coast of Venezuela.
Russia escalates attacks on key Ukrainian region of Odesa
President Volodymyr Zelensky warned the attacks were an attempt by Moscow to block Ukraine’s access to maritime logistics.
Trump’s appointment of Greenland envoy sparks fresh row with Denmark
The BBC’s diplomatic correspondent James Landale explains how Trump’s appoinment of a special envoy to Greenland has shaken diplomatic with Denmark.
NGOs fear Israel registration rules risk collapse of Gaza aid operations
International organisations not registered by 31 December face closure in Israel, but the Israeli government says aid delivery will not be affected.
Ecuadorean soldiers jailed for 34 years over boys’ forced disappearance
The four boys were picked up by a military patrol and their bodies were later found mutilated and burned.
Baby Siwar back in hospital in Gaza after returning from treatment in Jordan
The BBC revisits one-year-old Siwar Ashour who was temporarily evacuated to Jordan for medical treatment during the Gaza war.
Élysée Palace staff member to stand trial over theft of precious tableware
Thomas M is accused of stealing solid silver and porcelain used for state banquets from France’s presidential palace.
Ghana official rejects ‘Detty December’ label
The term is widely used to describe Ghana and Nigeria’s wild, end-of-year party seasons.
New Trump envoy says he will serve to make Greenland part of US
Denmark warns Washington to respect its sovereignty, while Greenland says it will decide its own future.
