Bethlehem Christmas tree lights up for first time since start of Gaza war
For the past two years all public Christmas celebrations have been cancelled in Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank.
At least 11 killed in South Africa mass shooting
Gunmen stormed a hostel near Pretoria and opened fire, killing 11 people including a three-year-old.
US says progress made at talks with Ukraine on plan to end war
Talks between senior US and Ukrainian negotiators in Florida continue for a third day on Saturday.
Deadly border fighting breaks out between Pakistan and Afghanistan
Both sides accuse the other of starting the overnight fighting and breaching a fragile ceasefire agreed in October.
Watch: Flames and thick smoke engulf plane in Brazil after fire breaks out
Equipment on the tarmac at Brazil’s São Paulo airport caught fire, with the blaze rapidly surrounding a plane and forcing the evacuation of 169 passengers.
US panel votes to end recommending hepatitis B vaccine for all newborns
Trump, who called the decision “very good”, has directed the health department to look into making more changes to childhood vaccinations.
Lured by lucrative job offers and sent to fight for Russia – Kenyans want their sons back
Kenyan families whose sons have been duped into fighting for Russia demand they be brought home.
What should you do if you dislike your friend’s partner?
Former friends Chrishell Stause and Emma Hernan have argued on and off-camera in the Netflix reality show.
Single women risk rape and exploitation in search for better life in Europe
Esther says she faced sexual violence on her journey to Europe after fleeing abuse in Nigeria.
Moment officers wrangle 600lb alligator from Florida road
At least seven deputies and a skilled trapper were needed to remove the 14ft (4.2m) reptile, which was later released at an alligator farm.
