Belgium Archbishop Luc Terlinden, A Christmas Message of Hope and Transformation

A man has been arrested after a hit-and-run crash involving a stolen Porsche in Smethwick, near Birmingham, where a two-year-old boy died and four adults were injured. The collision occurred on Dartmouth Road late Saturday night, with the driver of the Porsche fleeing the scene. The suspect was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, while the injured adults are being treated at the hospital, with two in serious condition and two stable....

Former President Trump praised Turkey's military strength under President Erdoğan, highlighting their powerful army. He recalled a decision to withdraw soldiers from a potentially dangerous situation, which he believed saved lives. Trump expressed his belief that Turkey is behind regional unrest, calling President Erdoğan smart and tough, while acknowledging uncertainty about the region's future. Full Article

An alleged Chinese spy named Yang Tengbo, previously known as H6, has been revealed as a close confidant of Prince Andrew, facing accusations of trying to gain influence and assisting the Chinese Communist Party. Mr. Yang denied any involvement in espionage, attributing the claims to political tensions between Britain and China. In response, Prince Andrew and his ex-wife, Sarah, Duchess of York, will skip the traditional royal Christmas gathering at Sandringham, opting to spend the...

Lucy Letby's lawyers are seeking to launch a fresh appeal over her convictions, claiming the prosecution's lead witness was "not reliable." Barrister Mark McDonald stated he will apply to reopen her case based on new evidence from Dr. Dewi Evans, who changed his opinion on the cause of death for three babies. Letby, serving 15 whole-life orders for murdering seven infants, has lost two previous bids to challenge her convictions at the Court of Appeal....

Lucy Letby's barrister claims to have new evidence that undermines her murder convictions for killing seven newborn babies and attempting to murder seven others at the Countess of Chester Hospital. Mark McDonald will seek permission to reopen her case, arguing that Dr Dewi Evans has changed his opinion on the cause of death for three victims and that the convictions are not safe. Neonatologists Dr Neil Aiton and Dr Silvena Dimitrova believe the deaths were...

Sir Chris Wormald, the new cabinet secretary, has issued a warning to civil servants to stop hindering progress and embrace change. He aims to implement a "re-wiring of the way the government works" as part of Prime Minister's Plan for Change, focusing on collaboration and utilizing technology. Sir Chris emphasizes the need for a new approach to deliver on the government's priorities, including boosting the economy, improving healthcare, increasing police presence, and addressing housing needs....