Next, B&M and Greggs see Christmas sales boost despite rising prices
Several retailers said Christmas sales had seen a boost despite cold weather, rising costs and rail strikes. BBC News – Business
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Israel plan to curb Supreme Court’s powers sparks outcry
A controversial move to let parliament overrule the Supreme Court threatens democracy, critics say. BBC News – Middle East
Mexico prison break: Mourning for guards killed in attack
Twenty-six people were killed in total after a prison break in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, on Sunday. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Pope and 50,000 mourners say farewell to Benedict
Former Pope Benedict’s funeral takes place at the Vatican, as Francis celebrates Mass with pilgrims. BBC News – Europe
Prince Harry accuses Prince William of physical attack in book – report
In his book Spare, the Duke of Sussex claims his brother pushed him to the floor, the Guardian says. BBC News – UK
Kevin McCarthy: Three ways the House Speaker stalemate could finally end
The US House of Representatives will return on Thursday after six failed votes. What needs to change? BBC News – US & Canada