Although shoppers are still bargain-hunting, fewer people headed to the high streets and shopping centres compared with last year.
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Israel recognises Somaliland as independent state, Netanyahu says
The decision has been condemned by Somalia, Egypt, Turkey and Djibouti, who call it a dangerous precedent.
Zelensky plans to meet Trump on Sunday for talks on ending Russian war
The Ukrainian leader says he will see the US president in Florida and believes "a lot can be decided before the new year".
Thousands of US flights disrupted as winter storm looms
Up to nine inches (23cm) of snow could fall across the New York region during one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.
The Cure guitarist Perry Bamonte dies aged 65
The band says the musician died "after a short illness at home over Christmas".
Draper to miss Australian Open with arm injury
British number one Jack Draper will not play in next month's Australian Open because of an ongoing arm injury.
Family of man missing at sea pay tribute
The family of Matthew Upham have named him as one of the swimmers who went missing on Christmas Day.
US judge blocks detention of British social media campaigner
Imran Ahmed was among five people accused of seeking to "coerce" US firms into censoring free speech.
US launches strikes against Islamic State in Nigeria
President Trump has previously accused the Nigerian government of failing to protect Christians from jihadists.
'A dream' - Redknapp's The Jukebox Man wins King George
Harry Redknapp's The Jukebox Man rallies at the last to clinch a thrilling victory in the King George VI Chase at Kempton Park.
Harry Redknapp's The Jukebox Man wins King George VI horse race
Harry Redknapp's The Jukebox Man rallies at the last to clinch a thrilling victory in the King George VI Chase at Kempton Park.
Harry Redknapp's The Jukebox Man wins King George VI horse race
Harry Redknapp's The Jukebox Man rallies at the last to clinch a thrilling victory in the King George VI Chase at Kempton Park.
Three people unaccounted for after house fire
One person escaped the fire but three others, who were thought to have been in the house, are missing.
Two killed in suspected Palestinian ramming and knife attack in Israel
Police say the attacker, from the occupied West Bank, ran over at least one person before stabbing another victim several miles away.
Three people unaccounted for after house fire
One person escaped the fire but three others, who were thought to have been in the house, are missing.
Search called off for two swimmers missing at sea
Police described the incident as "tragic" and urged people not to get into the water on Boxing Day
Man City players 'incredibly disciplined' - Guardiola
Pep Guardiola says his players will have remained "incredibly disciplined" during the Christmas break to meet the standards Manchester City have set.
Blast at Syrian mosque during Friday prayers leaves at least eight dead
The explosion in Homs targeted a predominantly Alawite area, a sect that has faced crackdowns and violence since the fall of former-President Bashar al-Assad.
The King's message tops Christmas Day TV ratings
Nearly 7m people tuned in on the BBC, ITV, Sky News and GB News to watch King Charles deliver his annual broadcast.
'Respect the culture' - Fifa urged to allow Pride Match
An official involved with the World Cup Pride Match says there has been no contact from Fifa about their plans, despite the Egyptian FA's complaint.
Thailand bombs Cambodian border area as ceasefire talks continue
Cambodia accuses Thailand of "indiscriminate attacks", as negotiators meet for a third day to try to end weeks of renewed fighting.