Israel strike 'kills 30' at Gaza school At least 30 Palestinians were killed after Israeli shells landed near a UN school that was crowded with people taking shelter from the fighting.
Israeli soldiers mourn their dead Despite heavy fighting and calls for a ceasefire, there is no sign of a let up in the Israeli offensive.
UK retailers fight the slowdown As the last Woolworths stores finally closed their doors, two major retailer announced a drop in sales in the run-up to Christmas.
Ice and snow cause traffic chaos Severe weather warnings have been issued in some parts of the UK as temperatures dipped as low as -11C (12.2F) overnight.
Europe pig farm cruelty claim An animal welfare charity has secretly filmed European pig farms which they say show 'inhumane and illegal' conditions.
Scientists appeal for brain donors More people need to donate their brains to medical research if cures for diseases like dementia are to be found, UK scientists say.
