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Steven Spielberg's new movie "The Post" premiers in US

Steven Spielberg's new movie, "The Post" has premiered in Washington telling the story of the battle to publish the leaked Pentagon Papers detailing the U.S. government's misleading portrayal of the Vietnam War.

Economy

European Central Bank keeps stimulus measures on track despite growth

The European Central Bank raised growth and inflation forecasts for the euro area but stuck to its pledge to provide stimulus for as long as needed, predicting inflation would remain below target into 2020.

United Kingdom

Baby born with heart outside body survives against the odds

A baby girl born with her heart outside her body is believed to be the first in the UK to survive with the extremely rare condition, ectopia cordis .

Turkey

Muslim leaders meet to denounce US President Donald Trump's decision t

Muslim leaders have met in Istanbul to denounce US President Donald Trump's decision to recognise Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

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Italy

Italy likely to hold national elections on March 4.

National elections in Italy look likely to be held on March 4th. The date is not yet official but Italian media say the country's president, Sergio Mattarella, is likely to dissolve parliament at the end of this month.

United Kingdom

British royal's Prince William and Prince Harry at Star Wars premier

British royals Prince Harry and Prince William walked the red carpet at the European premiere of 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' in London on Tuesday

Germany

Merkel condemns recent anti-Semitic incidents in Berlin

Following recent demonstrations in Berlin, German Chancellor Angela Merkel has said her conservative party unanimously condemned anti-Semitic acts such as burning of Israeli flags.

Japan

An app to help pregnant women find train seats is being trialled in To

Tokyo is trialling an app allowing a pregnant women to send a message when she wants a seat, which will then look for pre-registered users who have said they are willing to give up theirs.

Lebanon

HezbollHezbah leader vows to return focus to Israel at rally in Beirut

Hezbollah leader, Hassan Nasrallah, has vowed at a rally in Beirut that the Iranian-backed militant group will return their focus to the Palestinian cause, following President Donald Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.

United Kingdom

UK Snow: Travel disruption as the country experiences the most snow in

UK Snow: Severe weather has caused widespread travel disruption, grounding flights, shutting down roads and triggering traffic accidents.

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Shakhtar Donetsk boss celebrates win over Man City by going full Zorro

Shakhtar Donetsk boss, Paulo Fonseca, celebrates his teams 2-1 Champions League victory over Manchester City by dressing up as Zorro

Greece

Police and demonstrators clash in Athens overnight

Police and demonstrators have clashed in Athens overnight after commemorations for a teenager shot dead by police 9 years ago.

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UN security council to discuss US recognition of Jerusalem

The UN security council is expected to meet on Friday to discuss Donald Trump’s recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital.

France

Lyon's light festival shows spider invasion and cathedral dismantled

The annual, 4-day Fête des Lumières begins in Lyon, France showcasing the unique light show design of top artists and up-and-coming talent from around the world.

Honduras

Honduras opposition calls for election recount or run-off

The opposition in Honduras has called for a run-off to be held if a full recount of votes in the disputed presidential elections is not held.

France

French rock star Johnny Hallyday dies aged 74

French singer Johnny Hallyday, once dubbed "the biggest star you've never heard of", has died aged 74 after a battle with lung cancer

United Kingdom

Hammond: UK to improve Brexit offer before EU summit in December

UK Finance Minister, Philip Hammond has indicated that Britain is ready to increase Brexit 'divorce bill' offer to Brussels.

United Arab Emirates

Emirates sign 13 billion euro deal for 40 Boeing jets

Emirates sign a 13 billion euro deal with Boeing at the Dubai Air Show to buy 40 of their 787-10 Dreamliner jets, turning down an agreement to buy from Airbus

United Kingdom

Six hospital dinner ladies from Wales retire early after winning EuroMillions jackpot

Six NHS kitchen caterers from Wales have handed in their notice after winning 28 million euros on the EuroMillions jackpot.

Bulgaria

Farmers warned over the use of antibiotics in healthy animals

The World Health Organisation is urging farmers to stop using antibiotics to boost growth in healthy animals in a bid to curb human resistance to the drugs.

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