Gunman 'requests Pakistan help'
The sole surviving gunman from the attacks in Mumbai last month is seeking help from Pakistan, Indian officials say.
Russia blamed for monitor pullout
The Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe says it will close its operation in Georgia, blaming Russian opposition.
Canada braces for more heavy snow
Canada is blanketed in snow from coast to coast as severe winter storms disrupt transport and leave thousands without power.
Somalia facing 'hidden genocide'
The UN envoy to Somalia says there is a "hidden genocide" taking place there, amid talks to boost its peacekeeping forces.
Heavy fighting in north Sri Lanka
Dozens of Sri Lankan soldiers and Tamil rebels have been killed in the latest heavy fighting in the north, the two sides say.
Iraq shoe-thrower set for trial
An Iraqi journalist who threw shoes at US President Bush will be tried on 31 December, his brother and a judge say.
Belgian PM's resignation accepted
Belgium's King Albert accepts the resignation of PM Yves Leterme's government amid a row over the Fortis bank break-up.
Toyota braced for historic loss
Japan's biggest carmaker Toyota forecasts its first annual loss in 71 years, as the country sees a record drop in exports.
Spain gripped by 2.3bn euro lottery
The winning numbers in the world's richest lottery, El Gordo or the Fat One, with $3.2bn of prize-money, have been announced.
Finnish police use blood from mosquito to identify suspect thief
Police in Finland use human blood from a mosquito caught inside a stolen car to identify a suspect in the theft.
An audio cassette of a 'drunk' John Lennon goes for a song in LA
A cassette tape of a "drunk" John Lennon recording a cover version of a Rock 'n' Roll song sells at auction in Los Angeles for $30,000 (£20,200).
Batsmen restore India's control
Gautam Gambhir and Yuvraj Singh guide India to 134-4, a lead of 285, at the close on day four of the second Test against England in Mohali.
Yuvraj laughs off Pietersen jibes
Indian bowler Yuvraj Singh replies to England captain Kevin Pietersen's "pie-chucker" taunts.
New generation
Cuba's youngest deputy vows to continue revolution
Nativity diary
Will donkey number four make it to Bethlehem?
Day in pictures
Some eye-catching images from around the world
Scissors, paper...
The hardest task of Christmas looms - wrapping gifts
Frontline suburb
Major settlement 'unlawful' under Israeli law
In pictures
Treating TB patients at home in South Africa
Nigeria ex-minister is wanted man
Ex-minister Nasir el-Rufai is declared a wanted man over the disappearance of millions of dollars from Nigeria.
Brazil remembers slain activist
President Lula of Brazil is to lead tributes to Chico Mendes, an Amazon environmentalist killed 20 years ago.
Thailand's new cabinet sworn in
Thailand's king swears in the new cabinet, with an appeal for peace and order following months of anti-government protests.
Germany 'mulling Guantanamo move'
Germany says it is considering accepting prisoners released from the US detention camp at Guantanamo Bay.
Gaza factions in 'day-long truce'
Armed groups in Gaza agree a 24-hour halt to rocket fire against Israel, Palestinian movement Hamas says.
Nepal PM denies media attack role
Nepal's Maoist Prime Minister Prachanda blames a weekend attack on journalists on party 'infiltrators'.
Police chief issues Tory apology
A senior Met Police officer issues an unreserved apology over his claims the Conservative Party mobilised the press against him.
Tata 'to inject cash into Jaguar'
Tata Motors, owner of Jaguar Land Rover, will inject "tens of millions" of pounds into the troubled firm, says the FT.
Blind man navigates maze
Scientists discover that a blind person can navigate through a maze of obstacles unaided using the power of sense alone.
Bees get plants' pests in a flap
Bees help plants in more ways than one, scientists find; as well pollination, they help scare caterpillars away.
Four Tops to get lifetime Grammy
The Four Tops will receive a lifetime achievement Grammy award, organisers say.
New guidelines boost web access
Websites look set to get more accessible as standards are drawn up to help sites cater for the needs of disabled people.
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