Trump names new acting chief of staff
Mick Mulvaney will be acting White House chief of staff, replacing General John Kelly. BBC News – US & Canada
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Brexit: More assurances for MPs possible says May
Theresa May is seeking “further clarification” to satisfy MPs after “robust” exchange with EU chief. BBC News – UK
Strasbourg Christmas market shooting: Fourth victim dies
The market where the attack took place reopens, as President Macron visits the city. BBC News – Europe
Migrant caravan: US to investigate after child dies in custody at border
A watchdog will investigate how a seven-year-old girl died after being detained by US Border Patrol. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Yemen war: Firing in Hudaydah raises fears for new truce
Only a day after warring parties agreed a ceasefire, residents hear shelling in Hudaydah port. BBC News – Middle East
Debenhams Turn down £40m Loan from Mike Ashley
Sports Direct’s owner Mike Ashley has reacted rather curtly to Debenhams decision to turn down his offer of investment as can be seen from the letter below. EXCLUSIVE: here’s the letter Mike Ashley sent Debenhams boss pic.twitter.com/a0B7kxFqhY — Ashley Armstrong (@AArmstrong_says) December 13, 2018 Obviously, things are not going well for any high street…