Universities to oversee student exodus for Christmas
They are being asked to travel in the seven days after the national lockdown in England ends. BBC News – UK
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Biden: Trump refusal to concede ‘an embarrassment’
President Trump meanwhile tweeted he would ultimately win the election he has been projected to lose. BBC News – US & Canada
South Africa’s Ace Magashule: Arrest warrant issued for ANC official
Governing party official Ace Magashule is accused of corruption, which he denies. BBC News – Africa
Covid-19: Global stock markets rocket on vaccine hopes
The FTSE 100 surges nearly 5% after Pfizer says its Covid-19 vaccine is 90% effective in preliminary tests. BBC News – Business
Iraq camp closures ‘could leave 100,000 displaced people homeless’
Displaced families are being forced out with little notice, the Norwegian Refugee Council says. BBC News – Middle East
Bolivian ex-President Evo Morales returns from exile
A year after resigning following a disputed election, Evo Morales returns from exile in Argentina. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean