The Senegal man on a mission to plant five million trees
Adama Diémé was motivated after seeing once-verdant villages in Senegal without a single tree. BBC News – Africa
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Boxing Day shoppers bounce back as footfall rises
More people headed to the shops compared to last year but numbers remain far below pre-Covid levels. BBC News – Business
Iran protests: ‘No going back’ as unrest hits 100 days
Anger swells despite a fierce crackdown as the regime faces its biggest challenge in decades. BBC News – Middle East
Brazilian held over alleged bomb plot to stop inauguration
Police say the man was planning to “create chaos” ahead of the swearing-in of President-elect Lula. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Ukraine war: Drone attack on Russian bomber base leaves three dead
The airbase, used by Russian planes targeting Ukraine, is hit for the second time this month. BBC News – Europe
Wallasey pub shooting: Christmas Eve attack victim named
Elle Edwards, 26, sustained head injuries when a gunman opened fire at the pub in Merseyside. BBC News – UK