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  1. BBC reports from the scene of Swiss resort bar fire

    The BBC's Silvia Costeloe says the bar where the fire broke out has been around for at least 40 years, and is considered an institution in the area.
  2. What we know so far about how the fire broke out

    Several dozen people are presumed to have died in the fire at a New Year party in the resort of Crans-Montana.
  3. Amber snow and ice warnings issued as Arctic air spreads across the UK

    Colder weather with snow and ice warnings in force will continue over the next few days.
  4. How the 'postcode lottery' of parenting really impacts young children

    BBC Radio 4's Today will follow six parents for five years, chronicling the ups and downs of looking after a young child in modern Britain.
  5. The best pictures from around the world as 2026 begins

    From spectacular firework displays to chilly sea dips, nations celebrate the start of 2026.
  6. Stranger Things draws to an epic and emotional close

    Fans gathered at premieres in cities across the US and Canada to watch the finale on the big screen.
  7. Dad pays tribute to 'wonderful family' killed in Boxing Day fire

    Tom Shearman pays tribute to his wife and two children after a fire engulfed their home.
  8. UK to 'robustly defend' stripping Begum of citizenship in European court, source says

    The ECHR questions whether it was considered if Shamima Begum was a victim of grooming and trafficking.
  9. Detective and crime novelist among contestants on new Traitors series starting tonight

    A barrister, nursery school teacher and cyber security expert will also enter the TV show's castle.
  10. US military says five killed in latest strike on alleged drug boats

    The latest strike comes as the US Coast Guard searches for survivors of another that happened a day earlier.
  11. Anthony Joshua discharged from hospital after Nigeria car crash

    Two of the former world champion's closest friends were killed in the accident on Monday.
  12. Strictly's Ellie and Vito still dancing together every week

    From Strictly sequins to presenting dreams, Ellie Goldstein speaks about her future ambitions.
  13. Which men's footballers could be on the move in January?

    Antoine Semenyo is widely expected to complete a move from Bournemouth to Manchester City shortly, but which other Premier League players could be on the move in January?
  14. We fought for 33 years to abolish not proven verdict after our daughter's murder

    The centuries-old verdict has been scrapped after decades of controversy about its use in Scottish criminal trials.
  15. Social media fuelled Mamdani's rise. Can he keep the momentum as New York mayor?

    To succeed in office he will need to keep his supporters engaged with day-to-day governing, experts say.
  16. What are Russians hoping for in 2026, asks Steve Rosenberg

    The BBC's Russia editor speaks to people in the country as the war in Ukraine nears a fourth year.
  17. Who might be on the move in WSL January transfer window?

    With the January transfer window opening in the Women's Super League, which players could be on the move and who is out of contract?
  18. Intriguing finds could solve mystery of women in medieval cemetery

    There is growing evidence that the women were part of an early female religious community.
  19. Some families to be offered immunisations at home in bid to boost vaccine uptake

    The scheme is being tested in some areas of England as part of a government plan to prioritise children's health.
  20. Crypto users forced to share account details with tax officials

    The move is designed to ensure people pay all relevant tax on buying and selling crypto.
  21. Netherlands police face 'unprecedented' New Year's violence

    Reports of fireworks and other explosives being thrown are widespread across the country.
  22. Annual Channel migrant crossings highest since 2022

    The 2025 total is the highest since 2022, when nearly 46,000 migrants made the crossing.
  23. Energy prices rise slightly for millions of households as temperatures fall

    Millions of households in England, Wales and Scotland are seeing a slight rise in energy bills in the new year.
  24. Zelensky says peace deal is 90% ready in New Year address

    Russian President Vladimir Putin used his New Year speech to tell troops that he "believed in you and our victory" in Ukraine.
  25. Gladiator Giant to revert to birth surname... Bigg

    Jamie Christian-Johal said his recent divorce and ADHD diagnosis prompted the move.
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  27. The Newscast Review of the Year 2025

    The biggest events of the year and what it was like on the inside as they happened.
  28. Were our 2025 predictions right?

    The Americast team open the annual end-of-year time capsule.
  29. Baz Luhrmann's epic Elvis biopic starring Austin Butler

    An epic, big-screen spectacle that explores the life and music of Elvis Presley
  30. Swashbuckling Puss embarks on a brave quest

    Puss must beat a host of fairy-tale characters to the magical map of the Wishing Star.
  31. What went wrong between Chelsea and Maresca?

    Less than six months after guiding Chelsea to Club World Cup success, Enzo Maresca has left. But how did things unravel?
  32. Anderson beats Hood to join Searle in semi-finals

    Ryan Searle and two-time champion Gary Anderson win their respective quarter-finals at the PDC World Championship.
  33. Joshua discharged from hospital after Nigeria car crash

    Two of the former world champion's closest friends were killed in the accident on Monday.
  34. Who might be on move in January in WSL?

    With the January transfer window opening in the Women's Super League, which players could be on the move and who is out of contract?