Turkey nightclub attack: IS says it carried out shooting
So-called Islamic State says it carried out the new year attack on an Istanbul nightclub which killed 39. BBC News – Europe
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Equatorial Guinea’s VP Obiang on trial in France
Equatorial Guinea’s flamboyant vice-president goes on trial in France on charges of corruption. BBC News – Africa
Syria conflict: UN welcomes Russia-Turkey truce efforts
The UN votes to back efforts by Russia and Turkey to end fighting in Syria and hold new peace talks. BBC News – Middle East
Advisers helping tax evasion face fines
Heavy fines for accountants, bankers, lawyers and advisers who assist tax evaders come into force. BBC News – Business
Venezuela releases opposition figure Manuel Rosales
Venezuela frees opposition politician and ex-presidential candidate Manuel Rosales from house arrest. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
New Year fireworks ‘show London is open’
New Year events to celebrate the start of 2017 include a spectacular firework display in the heart of London. BBC News – UK