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Pope Francis on Christmas Day urges 'to silence the sound of arms'
The pontiff reminded the Catholic faithful on Wednesday of children suffering from war and hunger, the elderly living in isolation, those fleeing their homelands, people who have lost their jobs and those persecuted for their faith.
Culture news
Why is the BBC refusing to play this chart-topping Christmas song?
The parody song ‘Freezing This Christmas’, by Sir Starmer and the Granny Harmers, directly criticises the slashing of winter fuel payments for pensioners. It has hit No. 1 in the download charts and the BBC are facing growing criticism for refusing to play the track.
Economy
BoE delivers 'dovish hold' as growth stalls, trade risks rise
The Bank of England maintained its key interest rate at 4.75% in a 6–3 split vote, as inflation pressures persist and growth falters. Inflation rose to 2.6% in November, but growth is now forecast at 0% for the fourth quarter. Markets interpreted the decision as dovish.
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