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News from the ABC Australia Honouring a late mate a driving force for She's Sydney to Hobart campaign A fellowship of sailors will embark on She's 23rd Sydney to Hobart campaign. As they do they will honour one of the most resilient boats in the race's history and remember late owner Peter Rodgers. 'Aussie' poster in Adelaide vandalised with 'white power' graffiti An Adelaide street artist's poster aimed at provoking thought about national identity has been vandalised with racist graffiti. Celebrating with chosen family and local community quells holiday blues Despite our screens being filled with images of happy families celebrating Christmas, some feel the festive season is lonelier than ever. Second-hand fashion is big business, but is it helping the planet? The rising popularity of second-hand and vintage fashion has been viewed as an opportunity to reduce fast fashion consumption; however, Australia remains one of the world's highest waste producers. What you need to know before you buy lab-grown versus natural diamonds Diamonds are generally considered a luxury asset that holds its value, but the emergence of laboratory-grown diamonds in the jewellery industry over recent years could challenge that belief. Queensland's Christmas forecast a mixed bag Queensland's heat is expected to ease on Christmas Day but severe storms are possible around the state.  This couple is on opposite sides of the political divide. Here's how they make it work More Australian relationships are struggling because of political divides. But experts say this does not have to be the end. Gaza's few remaining Christians praying for 'peace' this Christmas The small number of Christians remaining in Gaza have marked Christmas early with subdued celebrations in the shadow of ongoing conflict and occupation. These men fled Ukraine, but found a Europe far less welcoming Since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in 2022 thousands of men have fled Ukraine. Once welcomed, they are increasingly finding a Europe that is running out of patience. Brendan Fraser makes the case for human connection in Rental Family Academy Award-winner Brendan Fraser speaks to ABC News about his new film and why human connection is the antidote to an increasingly polarised world. Four years ago today, the future of astronomy was sitting on top of a rocket Since its launch on Christmas Day 2021, the James Webb Space Telescope has stunned astronomers and delighted the world. Quiz: How well do you know traditional Christmas carols? Do you know your Merry Gentlemen from you Three Kings? Your Dancers from your Prancers? US sanctions five Europeans involved in regulating tech companies Leaders in Germany, France, Spain and the European Union slam the move as "intimidation and coercion". US and Ukraine reach consensus on key issues to end war with Russia President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that Ukraine has reached consensus with the US on key issues to end the war with Russia but sensitive issues around territorial control, along with the management of a nuclear power plant, still remain unresolved. Christmas celebration at site of June terror attack in Syria People have flocked to a Christmas celebration at the Mar Elias church in Damascus, which was the site of a suicide bombing in June. Island residents bunker down as Christmas Day cyclone inches closer Residents on a remote Indian Ocean territory are bunkering down and scrapping Christmas plans as Tropical Cyclone Grant approaches.  Victorian government consults with administrators of collapsed security firm The Victorian government has confirmed it is consulting with the administrators of a collapsed Melbourne-based security firm as 1,700 jobs hang in the balance. Perth man pledged support for Bondi shooters hours after attack, court hears Police found a bomb-making shopping list when they searched the home of a man who allegedly posted on social media that he supported the gunmen behind the Bondi terror attack, a Perth court has heard. Vietnam veteran and land rights champion remembered for courage, service Alice Springs war veteran Geoffrey Shaw OAM has been remembered as a tireless advocate for Indigenous rights in Central Australia, who leaves a legacy of courage and service. Councillors given 'panic buttons' after threats from public Duress alarms, often used by healthcare workers in high-risk settings, are being handed out by a regional Victorian council to boost elected representatives' safety.   News from the BBC World Service Zelensky moves towards demilitarised zones in latest peace plan for Ukraine On the key question of Ukraine's eastern Donbas, Zelensky says a "free economic zone" is a potential option. UK social media campaigners among five denied US visas The Trump administration bans five people who have called for tech regulation from entering the country. British boy, 13, fatally stabbed in Portugal Tributes have been paid to the boy who has been named by a local basketball club as Alfie Hallett. Officials discover a million more documents potentially related to Epstein case The US Department of Justice says reviewing the material could delay release by a "few more weeks". 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. Boat stranded on edge of giant hole after canal collapse pulled to safety The boat, which is a family's home, will be refloated in the new year. Flu cases falling ahead of Christmas, experts say UK health agency says drop is encouraging news, but warns flu could still bounce back in new year. 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. Explosion hits packed mosque in Nigeria Eyewitnesses say the blast happened as people were gathered for evening prayers. Stokes calls for empathy for his 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. Starmer backs down in farm tax row - but why now? A U-turn on inheritance tax plans for farmers raises more questions about political judgement in government. Car-chase driver who dragged wrong man from bed jailed for 14 years Michael Dumbuya attacked the wrong man after driving to south Wales to recover an apparent drug debt. The final Christmas Day fixture in England - 60 years on This year marks the 60th anniversary since the final Football League match was played on Christmas Day in England. 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. 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. Rail journeys to supermarket opening times: Your complete guide to Christmas Practical advice to help you get organised and cope this festive period. When turkeys were walked to London for Christmas Before railways and refrigeration, the birds had to make the long journey to market on foot. Busiest ever Christmas Eve for air travel, says civil aviation body Passengers travelling on Christmas Eve are forecast to be the highest on record. Two police officers killed in explosion in Moscow A device was detonated after police approached a "suspicious" individual in Moscow, authorities said. Ex-poker player Bord is preferred bidder for Sheffield Wednesday Former professional poker player James Bord is chosen as the preferred bidder for Sheffield Wednesday, BBC Sport can confirm. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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