Bird flu kills 20 big cats at US animal sanctuary BBC World News 25 December 2024 at 13:36 The animals - including a Bengal tiger, cougars and bobcats - have died of the virus over the past several weeks.
More than 1,500 escape Mozambique prison amid election protests BBC World News 25 December 2024 at 12:42 The prisoners took advantage of ongoing political unrest triggered by disputed poll results, police say.
Bald eagle officially declared US national bird after 250 years BBC World News 25 December 2024 at 08:41 The bird has been a national emblem in the US for years, but it never had an official status in the country's 248-year history.
Pope urges negotiations to end Ukraine-Russia war BBC World News 25 December 2024 at 08:14 The pontiff also called for a ceasefire in Gaza and the freeing of hostages held by Hamas.
Zelensky condemns 'inhumane' Christmas Day attack BBC World News 25 December 2024 at 05:21 Russia has launched a major missile and drone attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
Owner and architect of Turkey quake collapse hotel jailed BBC World News 25 December 2024 at 03:46 They received hefty sentences after 72 people were killed when the building fell in the 2023 quake.
Israel probe says army actions had 'influence' on killing of six hostages by Hamas BBC World News 25 December 2024 at 02:08 It also said that soldiers did not know the hostages were there when they began their operation.
Watch: ISS crew sends Christmas greetings from space BBC World News 25 December 2024 at 02:01 Astronauts on the International Space Station send a festive message from orbit, some 250 miles (400km) above Earth.
Dozens survive Kazakhstan passenger plane crash BBC World News 25 December 2024 at 09:18 Kazakh authorities say almost half the people on board the aircraft survived the deadly incident.
Palestinian Christians struggle to find hope at Christmas BBC World News 24 December 2024 at 21:52 For the second year running, tourists are staying away and public festivities have been cancelled.
Greenland and the Panama Canal aren't for sale. Why is Trump threatening to take them? BBC World News 24 December 2024 at 16:59 Trump's promises to use America's strength to its advantage helped propel him twice to the White House.
Ukraine's war stamps put humour, patriotism and swearing in the post BBC World News 24 December 2024 at 16:07 Ukraine's war stamps, some with swear words, boost morale at home and promote its image abroad.
Three shot dead as medics, journalists and police attacked at Haiti hospital BBC World News 24 December 2024 at 22:37 Two journalists and a police officer are reported to have been killed, with others injured in the attack.
Modernism and Islamic motifs: How Indian artists envisioned Christ's birth BBC World News 24 December 2024 at 14:06 Over the centuries, painters in India have depicted Jesus's birth from a uniquely local perspective.
Toxic spill fears follow deadly Brazil bridge collapse BBC World News 24 December 2024 at 13:22 Lorries containing pesticides and sulphuric acid plunged into the Tocantins river in the north of the country.
Blake Lively's claims put spotlight on 'hostile' Hollywood tactics BBC World News 24 December 2024 at 11:34 The actress' explosive legal case claims to lift the lid on tactics used to destroy stars' reputations.
Pope opens Holy Door to kick off special jubilee year BBC World News 24 December 2024 at 11:07 More than 30 million Catholic pilgrims are expected to head to Rome for the jubilee, which takes place once every 25 years.
Denmark boosts Greenland defence after Trump repeats desire for US control BBC World News 24 December 2024 at 08:50 The huge package is announced after the president-elect said US ownership of Greenland was a "necessity".
Mozambique's opposition leader vows to install himself as president BBC World News 24 December 2024 at 08:52 VenΓ’ncio Mondlane has rejected his electoral defeat, as unrest spreads in the southern African state.
American Airlines resumes flights after technical issue BBC World News 24 December 2024 at 07:55 Flights were suspended for around an hour due to an issue that impacted the systems needed to release its planes.