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Merkel's no-nonsense finance minister Schäuble dies

Although never chancellor, Wolfgang Schäuble was one of Germany's most influential politicians.
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Japan store sorry for collapsed Christmas cakes

Luxury retailer Takashimaya has apologised, but how the hundreds of cakes collapsed remains unknown.
Asia
'Godfather' of avocado toast Bill Granger dies

He passed away in a London hospital on Christmas Day, aged 54, with his family by his side.
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'Hojlund breaks duck to mark start of new Man Utd era'

Rasmus Hojlund's first Premier League goal marks the start of a new era at Manchester United, writes Simon Stone.
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Cummins & Lyon put Australia on top against Pakistan

Australia captain Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon reduce Pakistan to 194-6, trailing the hosts by 124 runs after day two of the second Test.
Cricket
Injured Romero out for up to five weeks - Postecoglou

Tottenham defender Cristian Romero faces up to five weeks out with a hamstring strain, says manager Ange Postecoglou.
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Why Disney has had an awful centenary year

How the studio hit the rocks in 2023, with box office and critical flops galore
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The world's most expensive radish

During the Christmastime ritual, radishes are used to create exquisite carvings
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Changing seasons causing 'chaos' for UK nature

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Olivia Rodrigo's Guts named the best album of 2023

The star's second album is named the year's best record by critic - but who else made the top 20?
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