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United KingdomWhat Republicans could learn from UK Tories' wilderness years
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Colombia, 
United StatesA 15-year-old runaway mistakenly deported to Colombia without any proof of residence finally returns home.
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China, 
Hong KongHong Kong Airlines places order for 10 Airbus A380 aircraft worth about $3.8bn, easing concerns about an EU dispute with China.
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United StatesThe FBI revises its definition of rape for the first time in 83 years, to recognise male victims and drop the need for victims to resist physically.
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LibyaLibya's revolutionary militias are reluctant to down weapons
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SyriaRenewed violence across Syria leaves dozens dead, including up to 26 in what officials say was a suicide attack in the capital Damascus.
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YemenThe UN's human rights chief, Navi Pillay, has warned Yemen not to grant amnesty to those who have committed war crimes, as part of a deal for President Saleh to step down.
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Iran, United StatesThe US Navy has rescued 13 Iranian fishermen being held by pirates in the Arabian Sea, the Pentagon says.
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United StatesA judge rules that US boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr will be allowed to postpone his 90-day jail term for domestic abuse - so he can fight in Las Vegas.
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ChileChile's government suggests an indigenous Mapuche group may have been responsible for a deadly wildfire that killed seven firefighters.
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YemenThe UN's human rights chief Navi Pillay warns a Yemen proposal to grant asylum for crimes during recent unrest would break international law.
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SyriaSyria promises to "strike back with an iron fist" following a deadly bombing in Damascus, as opponents blame the government for the attack.
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Iraq, United StatesThe families of four US citizens violently killed in Iraq in 2004 settle a long-running lawsuit with Blackwater, the US security firm that hired them.
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NigeriaThe Islamist militant group Boko Haram carries out a new wave of attacks in northern Nigeria, killing at least 17 people in one incident.
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EgyptThere has been heavy security in Egypt for the traditional Coptic Christmas Eve services.
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United KingdomA couple from Bradford who tied the knot in 1925 could be the UK's longest married husband and wife.
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New ZealandA hot-air balloon bursts into flames and crashes after hitting a power line in New Zealand, killing all 11 people on board.
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ChinaSculptors from nine different countries are competing to carve art out of ice cut from the river at an annual festival in northern China.
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South AfricaA ceremony in the South African city of Bloemfontein has taken place to bless the site where the African National Congress (ANC) was formed 100 years ago.
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RussiaThe head of the Russian Orthodox Church says the Kremlin should heed the recent election protests and adjust its policies.
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United KingdomThe fourth round of the Scottish Cup provides 45 goals on Saturday, but no great upsets.
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VenezuelaHow do you build a spacious gym in a crowded slum?
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United KingdomMinisters are "considering very seriously" building a controversial new high-speed rail line between London and Birmingham, the BBC understands.
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Iran, United StatesIran's foreign minister acknowledges the US Navy rescue of kidnapped Iranian fishermen as a "humanitarian act" which would not affect overall relations.
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Kenya, 
SomaliaThe Kenyan army says it has killed 60 Somali al-Shabab militia fighters in air strikes and is determined to "break their spine completely".
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IsraelIsrael says it will respond to cyber-attacks in the same way as "terrorist" acts, after thousands of citizens' credit card details are published online.
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PeruSolar energy boost for remote Peru communities
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ArgentinaArgentine President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner did not have thyroid cancer as feared, her operation last week has proved, the presidential spokesman says.
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NigeriaHundreds of people flee violence in northeast Nigeria, after dozens die in a 24-hour wave of violence apparently targeting Christian communities.
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AustriaHeavier than usual snowfall in many parts of Austria has left villages and tourist resorts cut off, and part of a major railway route has also been shut.
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SyriaThousands of Syrians join a massive government-organised funeral procession for victims of Friday's bomb attack in the capital Damascus.
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SyriaThousands of Syrians join a massive government-organised funeral procession for victims of Friday's bomb attack in the capital Damascus.
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Kenya, United KingdomThe British government has warned UK tourists in Kenya to take extra care, amid fears that a terrorist attack in Nairobi is imminent.
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Bahrain, United StatesThe US expresses concern to Bahrain government over the apparent beating of prominent rights activist Nabeel Rajab and calls for an investigation.
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SyriaAt least 27 people die in clashes throughout Syria, the opposition says, as the government buries victims of Friday's bomb attack in Damascus.
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Libya, 
SudanSudan's President Bashir - who is accused of crimes against humanity - offers to help Libya disarm militia groups, during a visit slammed by rights groups.
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South AfricaAfrican heads of state past and present, are gathering in South Africa to celebrate 100 years of the African National Congress.
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