Márcio Freire: ‘Mad Dogs’ legendary surfer killed in Portugal’s giant waves
The big-wave Brazilian pioneer fell while surfing giant waves off Nazaré in central Portugal. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Ukraine war: The Christmas ceasefire that wasn’t
Few in Ukraine’s eastern city of Bakhmut expected Russia’s declared truce to be matched with action. BBC News – Europe
Prince Harry says he cried once after Diana death
In a new clip, he also speaks about how difficult it was to meet the public after his mother died. BBC News – UK
Ana Montes: Top spy freed in US after more than 20 years
Ana Montes was described as being among “the most damaging spies” ever caught by the US. BBC News – US & Canada
Nigerian schools: Flogged for speaking my mother tongue
Nigeria wants local languages to replace English in primary education, but some say it’s not practical. BBC News – Africa
Train drivers offered pay rise in bid to end strikes
The Rail Delivery Group says its offer would see wages for drivers rise by £5,000 by the end of 2023. BBC News – Business