Snow falls amid weather warnings
Snow, sleet and rain fall in parts of the UK with one airport diverting flights, and forecasters warning of further travel disruption. BBC News – UK
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US city sues Petrobras for corruption
A US city government is suing the Brazilian state-run oil company Petrobras over investor losses due to a corruption scandal. BBC News – US & Canada
Ivory Coast’s ex-first lady on trial
Ivory Coast’s ex-first lady, Simone Gbagbo, goes on trial for her alleged role in post-election violence which killed thousands five years ago. BBC News – Africa
Sierra Leone declares Ebola lockdown
A lockdown is declared in northern Sierra Leone, with shops and travel services shut for at least three days, in a bid to contain the Ebola virus. BBC News – Africa
Hack threat comedy released in US
The Sony Pictures comedy The Interview opens in some US cinemas and online, after a major cyber-attack and threats over its release. BBC News – US & Canada
Queen pays Christmas poppy tribute
The Queen will highlight the ceramic poppy tribute to World War One casualties, and those dealing with the Ebola disease, in her Christmas Day broadcast. BBC News – UK