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December 03, 2017

What's different about a Trump Christmas?

The new president is breaking with seasonal precedence in several ways.


A coal worker's unlikely career change

Hundreds of mining jobs have been lost in Wyoming, but some workers are getting a new opportunity.


From war wounded to medal winner: Ukrainian soldier's journey

Vadym Svyrydenko lost all four limbs in the war in eastern Ukraine but is now an athlete.


Lighting dark skin for the screen

HBO's Insecure is making sure lighting people of colour is not an afterthought.


Saudi Arabia's House of Cards

The kingdom has always been conservative, but now Saudi Arabia is seen breaking with the past.


December 02, 2017

Tiger Woods fades from contention in comeback at Hero World Challenge

Tiger Woods fades from contention in his comeback at the Hero World Challenge with a three-over 75 in round three.


Yemen conflict: Saudi-led coalition welcomes Saleh talks offer

Ex-President Ali Abdullah Saleh, whose forces are fighting the alliance, has offered to hold talks.


Ben Stokes scores two and fails to take wicket on Canterbury debut

England's Ben Stokes scores two and fails to take a wicket on his Canterbury debut in New Zealand's domestic one-day competition.


David de Gea: Man Utd keeper praised by Mourinho and Wenger after win at Arsenal

Goalkeeper David de Gea is praised by manager Jose Mourinho and Arsene Wenger after Manchester United's win at Arsenal.


Alternative for Germany: Police and protesters clash over meeting

Police use water cannon and batons as Alternative for Germany delegates gather to choose leaders.


Autumn internationals: Promising end to Wales' new beginning

Wales make it two wins out of four as their great experiment bears fruit and creates selection options for the Six Nations and beyond.


Arsenal 1-3 Manchester United

Manchester United end Arsenal's run of 12 home league wins despite Paul Pogba being sent off in a thrilling encounter.


Tax bill: Trump victory as Senate backs tax overhaul

US senators pass a bill that would mark the most sweeping tax cuts since the 1980s.


Everton 2-0 Huddersfield Town

Sam Allardyce hopes it is "onwards and upwards" for Everton after they beat Huddersfield 2-0 in his first game in charge.


Trump-Russia: Flynn's dealings were 'lawful'

President Trump says ex-aide Michael Flynn's dealings with Russia after the 2016 election were lawful.


Zimbabwe's Mnangagwa replaces ministers after outcry

The changes come two days after critics accused him of rewarding the military for its role in his rise.


Ashes: Did Joe Root get it wrong? Have England ruffled Steve Smith?

Joe Root's decision at the toss and Steve Smith's response to sledging feature in our analysis of day one of the second Ashes Test.


Autumn international: Wales 24-22 South Africa

Hadleigh Parkes scores two tries on his Wales debut as they repel South Africa's fightback at the Principality Stadium.


Yemen ex-President Saleh offers talks to Saudi-led coalition

Ali Abdullah Saleh says he may "turn the page" if coalition forces lift a blockade and stop attacks.


Australia win Rugby League World Cup

Australia edge out England in a tight and nervy Rugby League World Cup final to retain the trophy.


UAE 'deports' Egypt presidential hopeful Ahmed Shafiq

Ahmed Shafiq, who was living in the UAE, declared his intention to run in Egypt's 2018 election days ago.


Pint-sized Ashes: Best TMS moments from day one as as England are left frustrated

England are frustrated on the first day of the second Ashes Test, taking only four wickets after putting Australia in to bat in Adelaide.


Egyptian lawyer jailed for saying women in ripped jeans should be raped

Nabih al-Wahsh said it was a "national duty" to rape and harass women who wear ripped jeans.


'Superman' motorway police officer stops van falling

The vehicle was in danger of tumbling to the ground before PC Martin Willis arrived on the scene.


ICYMI: Hanks thanks for Polish Fiat

What do you get a guy who has everything? Just ask the people of a town in Poland.


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