Pope Francis and world leaders pay tribute to Benedict XVI
The head of the Catholic Church pays his respects to his predecessor Benedict, who resigned from his post in 2013. BBC News – Europe
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New year: Fireworks and street parties as UK celebrates start of 2023
The new year was marked with fireworks displays and street parties despite the wet weather. BBC News – UK
Barbara Walters: Trailblazing US news anchor dies aged 93
The first US female network news anchor, she interviewed every president from Nixon to Trump. BBC News – US & Canada
Pele in Africa: The man, the myth, the legend
The first black football icon had a huge impact in Africa and his trips to the continent were full of drama. BBC News – Africa
Buses: More cuts to services to come, operators warn
Campaigners say a temporary £2 maximum fare will not stem a fall in passengers, amid service cuts. BBC News – Business
Netanyahu’s hard-line new government takes office in Israel
There is concern about the plans of Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right and religious allies. BBC News – Middle East