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22/12/2025 05:01 GMT
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
New South Wales parliament debates stricter gun control laws
The debate follows the mass shooting at Bondi Beach that left fifteen people dead
22/12/2025
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
US pursues Venezuela-linked oil tanker
The US Coast Guard attempts to intercept an oil tanker.
22/12/2025 14:01 GMT
Myanmar military appears to bomb schools and churches
Myanmar government election campaign appears to involve bombing schools and churches
Singer Chris Rea dies aged 74
Chris Rea, known for hits including Driving Home for Christmas, has died.
A round-up of the day's top news and sport with Chris Warburton and Sarah Mulkerrins.
22/12/2025 21:01 GMT
What is life in Gaza like after the ceasefire?
400 Palestinians reportedly killed since ceasefire began
Is Labour's relationship with farmers broken?
The government says it will ban trail hunting in England and Wales.
How long Britain could really fight for if war broke out tomorrow
If Britain found itself at war with Russia, could it fight for more than a few weeks?
