Wisconsin: Police name victims after car ploughs into Waukesha Christmas parade
At least five people, aged 52 to 81, were killed when an SUV ploughed into a Christmas celebration. BBC News – US & Canada
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TB Joshua’s widow and the battle for his Nigerian church
Five months after the death of the prominent Nigerian televangelist, services have resumed. BBC News – Africa
How pandemic burnout sparked a revival of a granny hobby
Covid pushed many of us to ditch screen time for hobbies – knitting was among the most popular. BBC News – Business
Artists denounce Israeli ban on Palestinian civil society groups
More than 100 high-profile figures pledge support for the outlawed civil society organisations. BBC News – Middle East
Chile voters go to polls amid deep divisions
It is being billed as the most polarising election in decades and comes after divisive mass protests. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Covid: WHO says it is very worried about Europe surge
The health organisation’s regional director warns of half a million more deaths by March without action. BBC News – Europe