Women protest over Cologne sex attacks
Hundreds of women protest in the German city of Cologne over sexual assaults and thefts carried out by groups of men on New Year’s Eve. BBC News – Europe
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Venezuela opposition Assembly sworn in
A new National Assembly controlled by opposition parties is sworn in in Venezuela, putting an end to 16 years of government majorities. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
End inaction on gun control – Obama
An emotional US President Barack Obama unveils new restrictions on gun purchases, but the House leader warns of a legal challenge. BBC News – US & Canada
ANC to push for tough anti-racism law
South Africa’s governing party says it will push for tougher legislation to punish “racial bigotry” following a racism row sparked by comments on Facebook. BBC News – Africa
Stock markets dive on China worries
US and European stock markets fall after a sharp decline in Chinese shares, while oil and gold prices rise as tensions increase in the Middle East. BBC News – Business
Saudi allies join action against Iran
Saudi Arabia’s allies cut or downgrade their diplomatic ties with Iran, after the Saudi embassy in Tehran is attacked over a Shia cleric’s execution. BBC News – Middle East