Netflix removes comedy episode after Saudi complaint
The episode of Patriot Act, with US comedian Hasan Minhaj, was critical of Saudi Arabia’s rulers. BBC News – Middle East
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Energy price cap comes into force
Consumer groups say that loyal customers will benefit but could still save more by shopping around. BBC News – Business
Paul Whelan: Family deny American arrested in Moscow is spy
The brother of a US citizen arrested for spying in Moscow says he was attending a wedding. BBC News – US & Canada
Letter from Africa: Beyoncé, Bashir and Big Brother to dominate 2019
Kenyan journalist Joseph Warungu writes about what he will be looking out for in 2019. BBC News – Africa
Mexico wall: Trump aide says concrete wall idea was dropped early on
Outgoing chief of staff John Kelly appears to contradict the US president on the border wall plan. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Syria conflict: Trump slows down troop withdrawal
The US president confirms reports that the withdrawal of US forces will be slower than he promised. BBC News – Middle East