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Wednesday, December 31, 2025 10:10 AM ET

BBC News - Top Stories

LIVE - South Korea and Japan welcome new year with traditional bell ringing ceremonies - It follows celebrations in Sydney, which our correspondent says were tempered with sadness following the attack on Bondi Beach.

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EU's top diplomat rejects Russian claims of Ukrainian attack on government sites -- It comes as Russia releases video which it claims shows a downed Ukrainian drone launched at one of Putin's residences. -- Europe

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The 'thorny' issues that threaten to derail a Russia-Ukraine peace deal -- Two of the main sticking points involve territory and the fate of Europe's biggest nuclear plant, which is currently occupied by Russia.

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Gold and silver see rollercoaster end to blockbuster year -- The price of gold soared by more than 60% this year to hit a record high of more than $4,549.

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'Are you sure?' - Guardiola questions two-horse race -- Pep Guardiola has questioned whether the Premier League title race this season is a two-horse race between his Manchester City side and leaders Arsenal.

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Heavy police presence in Sydney for New Year's celebrations after Bondi attack -- Thousands of officers are deployed around Sydney Harbour and across the city, with some carrying high-grade weapons as part of heightened security measures. -- Australia

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Housing, Europe ties, economy... what Canadians are hopeful for in 2026 -- The BBC spoke to people in Toronto and Montreal to find out what they're optimistic about heading into the new year. -- US & Canada

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Diane Keaton, Pope Francis and Ozzy Osbourne... famous faces who left us in 2026 - Pope Francis, Ozzy Osbourne and Diane Keaton are among those who died this year. 7 hrs ago

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Queen praises Hunt family for their bravery after triple murders

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Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of John F Kennedy, dies aged 35

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Heated Rivalry author says TV success led to help with her Parkinson's

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Trump administration says it's withholding childcare funds from Minnesota amid fraud allegations

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Three hikers found dead on California's Mt Baldy, including teen who fell 500 feet

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US stock market ends 2025 on a high note after volatile year -- It's been a roller coaster year for the stock market, but the S&P 500 is set to end 2025 up about 17%, the third straight year of double-digit gains. -- Business

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The fight over Christian nationalism in a small Tennessee town -- A controversy kicked off after two religious podcasters moved into an Appalachian hill town deep in the Bible Belt. -- US & Canada

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The viral moments that grabbed India's attention this year -- From a superstar's Met Gala debut to a historic World Cup win, here's a look back at the year India had. -- Asia

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Watch: Underwater chess champions compete for world title -- Using weighted pieces and magnetic boards, players of the hybrid sport must complete each move in one breath.

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Saving South Africa's threatened albatross from lethal fishing lines - A task force is trying to save seabirds from getting caught and killed in fishing boat nets. 15 hrs ago - Africa

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GTA 6 and everything else: What to watch in video games in 2026 -- Next year could be hugely significant for video games - here are the big things to keep an eye on.

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Guinea junta chief wins presidential election by landslide -- The victory, which gives the junta leader a seven-year mandate, was widely expected.

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Trump says US hit 'big facility' linked to alleged Venezuelan drug boats -- The US president would not confirm US media reports that the explosion was caused by a CIA drone strike.

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Motorcycles worth $40m seized from Canadian fugitive Ryan Wedding -- Art and cars have also been seized from Ryan Wedding, who is allegedly one of the largest drug traffickers in the world.

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Mali and Burkina Faso impose travel ban on US citizens in tit-for-tat move -- The two states say they are taking reciprocal measures after the US announced full-entry restrictions on their citizens.

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Machu Picchu train crash leaves one dead and dozens injured

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Isiah Whitlock Jr: The Wire and Veep actor dies at 71

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Jailed HK tycoon's 'teeth rotting and fingernails falling off', daughter tells BBC

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UK company sends factory with 1,000C furnace into space

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Canadian couple found dead while vacationing in Dominican Republic

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Ex-Australia batter Martyn in coma with meningitis -- Former Australia batter Damien Martyn, 54, who played 67 Test matches, is in an induced coma in a Queensland hospital after being diagnosed with meningitis..

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Who will win what in 2026? Make your predictions -- Who will win the Premier League, Champions League and Ballon d'Or in 2026? It's time to make your predictions.

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Living the dream - Hood plans to open Chinese with Ally Pally winnings -- Justin Hood has enjoyed a stunning run on his debut at the PDC World Championship and he is closing in on his dream of opening a Chinese restaurant as a result.

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'It's all going right for Arsenal' - can they make it count this time? -- Arsenal end 2025 with a statement win and clear at the top of the Premier League - can they make it count this time?

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Who was the best men's footballer in 2025? -- BBC Sport looks at some of the best players in the men's game over the course of the last 12 months.

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We feel closer to him in Australia - Josh Baker's parents on dealing with loss -- Josh Baker's parents tell BBC Sport how watching England in Australia is helping them with their loss.

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