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News from the ABC Australia Breaking: Ukrainian capital Kyiv under Russian attack, officials say Air defences are in action in the city, according to witnesses on the ground. China sanctions US defence firms over arms sales to Taiwan China urged the US to "stop the dangerous moves of arming Taiwan" after its multi-billion-dollar sale of weapons last week. 'My second family': The volunteers risking their lives to keep us safe Volunteer firefighters put their lives on the line for their community, despite facing extreme situations, heightened health risks and constant exposure to traumatic events. Australians are drinking less alcohol — except for one age group Health-conscious Australians may be thinking twice about having that first or second beer, but not all of us are getting the message when it comes to alcohol and risky drinking. Storm warning: Aussie wants to regain world number one status Popular Australian Storm Hunter is back from injury and adamant she can return to the form that made her the world's top-ranked doubles player. 'Trashy' trio of retirees receive top community cleaning award Armed with gloves, bags, buckets and tongs, a trio of passionate rubbish removalists have picked up an award in this regional Western Australia town. The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies aged 65 The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte has died aged 65, the legendary British dark rock band announced on Friday. Mosque blast during Friday prayers kills eight in Syria The attack has been claimed by the ultra-conservative Sunni group Saraya Ansar al-Sunnah, which was also responsible for a Damascus church bombing in June. Live: Atkinson limps off injured after removing Boland early England's tour goes from bad to worse as the early wicket-taker Gus Atkinson is forced off the field with an apparent hamstring injury. Follow live. NT government blocks release of gallery plan, tourism group bids for space Plans for Darwin's new State Square Art Gallery remain unclear, with the Northern Territory arts minister saying he is "eagerly awaiting" an outcome of who will move into the $145 million building. Myanmar's first election in five years begins – but experts warn it's a sham Five years after the military toppled a democratically elected government and imprisoned its leaders, the country is preparing to hold national elections beginning on December 28. Somalia, Arab nations denounce Israeli recognition of Somaliland Matters of strategy are behind Israel's drive to recognise Somaliland, analysts say, as Arab nations worry about instability in the region. Historic riverside Nor' West Bend open to public after decades of restoration History is being brought back to life at a former pastoral station that has seen drought, boom and bust over the course of its 175 years. Ex-manager Redknapp's horse The Jukebox Man wins big race in thriller Harry Redknapp is known for his long career as a football manager, but on Boxing Day his horse The Jukebox Man wins famous jumps race the King George VI Chase in one of the all-time great finishes. Parts of Queensland bracing for heavy rain and potential flooding Holiday travellers are being urged to check road closures before setting off on their journey, with parts of the state expecting rain into the middle of next week. Man charged with string of offences after burglaries on Christmas Day A man is arrested following a Melbourne crime spree that allegedly began about 7pm on Christmas Day and ended with burglaries of two restaurants about 6:30am on Boxing Day. 'Voracious feeders' set loose at Parliament House to take out pests When politicians and most staff are away for the summer holidays, a ravenous group of fly-in workers descend on Parliament House. Burnout, landlines and a lost trekker: 13 reads for a holiday weekend Here we've gathered a bunch of other things to read while you're relaxing over summer. Lucinda donated her heart to another woman and lived to tell the tale Lucinda is a member of an exclusive club — living heart donors, and is the only woman to have a baby after a heart-lung-liver transplant It's a scorcher outside in North Queensland — perfect for broomball North Queenslanders have been playing the ice-based sport broomball for decades, but dwindling numbers and rising costs have players fearing it may be dying. News from the BBC World Service Zelensky plans to meet Trump on Sunday for talks on ending Russian war The Ukrainian leader says he will see the US president in Florida and believes "a lot can be decided before the new year". Family of man missing at sea pay tribute The family of Matthew Upham have named him as one of the swimmers who went missing on Christmas Day. Her husband's kidnapping became Malaysia's biggest mystery. Then came a stunning confession Nine years after her husband disappeared, Susanna Liew had a stunning legal win in one of Malaysia's biggest mysteries. British-Egyptian activist arrives in UK after travel ban lifted For Alaa Abdel Fattah and his family this is a new beginning after years of separation and suffering. Beyoncé, Labubu and Sydney Sweeney's jeans: 15 viral moments that defined 2025 Dubai chocolate, Adolescence and the parodied Jet2 advert were some of the other most talked about moments. Boxing Day shopping falls flat once again Although shoppers are still bargain-hunting, fewer people headed to the high streets and shopping centres compared with last year. Three people unaccounted for after house fire One person escaped the fire but three others, who were thought to have been in the house, are missing. US launches strikes against Islamic State in Nigeria President Trump has previously accused the Nigerian government of failing to protect Christians from jihadists. The King's message tops Christmas Day TV ratings Nearly 7m people tuned in on the BBC, ITV, Sky News and GB News to watch King Charles deliver his annual broadcast. Thousands of US flights disrupted as winter storm looms Up to nine inches (23cm) of snow could fall across the New York region during one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. The Cure guitarist Perry Bamonte dies aged 65 The band says the musician died "after a short illness at home over Christmas". Quiz of the Year 2025, Part 2: What did Katy Perry sing on that all-female space flight? Test your memory of 2025 in the second part of our quiz. What happened from April to June? The Papers: 'Royal trips to woo Trump' and 'Gap year soldiers' Apparent plans for a royal visit to the US in the new year and a new Army recruitment scheme lead Saturday's papers. I'm watching brain surgery to see if Alzheimer's can ever be cured BBC health and science correspondent James Gallagher finds out if it is scientifically possible to ever cure Alzheimer's. Why Britain has a deer problem - leaving damage that costs millions Deer numbers have rocketed over the last 40 years and particularly since the Covid-19 pandemic. Sydney Sweeney: I want to make films that save people's lives Sweeney is starring in The Housemaid, a psychological thriller based on Freida McFadden's hit book. Thailand bombs Cambodian border area as ceasefire talks continue Cambodia accuses Thailand of "indiscriminate attacks", as negotiators meet for a third day to try to end weeks of renewed fighting. Boxing Day trail hunts take place as ban looms The government says it is committed to banning the sport but has not given a time frame. Blast at Syrian mosque during Friday prayers leaves at least eight dead The explosion in Homs targeted a predominantly Alawite area, a sect that has faced crackdowns and violence since the fall of former-President Bashar al-Assad. Arrests after man shot on Christmas Day Police say four men are in custody, as a 20-year-old fights for his life in hospital. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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