1. At least 120 dead in Paris terror attacks
At least 120 people have been killed in a series of terrorist attacks in Paris. Gunmen opened fire on restaurants and took hostages at a music venue, where many were killed. A suicide bomber also struck at a football match between Germany and France. Parisians have been asked to stay indoors and about 1,500 military personnel are deployed across the city.
US warns of Europe Christmas terror
2. World leaders react to evening of bloodshed
Speaking after the attacks, French president Francois Hollande said: "France will not let itself be impressed or frightened even if today we are overcome with sadness and emotion." David Cameron has offered his "thoughts and prayers" to the French people after the attacks in Paris. "This is an attack on all of humanity and the universal values we share," said Barack Obama.
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3. IAAF bans Russia from world athletics
Russia has been provisionally banned from world athletics following a vote by members of the sport's governing body, the IAAF. The move could prevent Russia from taking part in next year's Olympic Games in Brazil. The suspension was approved by a 22-1 vote during a teleconference of the 27-member council of the IAAF.
4. Stealth speed cameras will be phased out
Stealth speed cameras will be scrapped after the government agreed to paint them yellow so “honest motorists” are not caught out, says the Daily Telegraph. Transport secretary Patrick McLoughlin said the change would restore “common sense to our roads” and insisted all speed cameras would be “visible” in the future. All 200 “hidden” speed cameras will be repainted by October next year.
5. Did Russia use white phosphorus in Syria?
Russian warplanes have dropped banned white phosphorus munitions on civilians in northwest Syria, reports The Times. As the Kremlin escalated airstrikes on rebel-held areas, witnesses said the banned incendiary weapon, which is highly flammable and can burn through flesh and bone, was dropped by Moscow’s jets.
6. Corbyn: I won't take lectures on patriotism
Jeremy Corbyn is to issue a defence of his leadership of Labour in a speech today. Setting out his approach to foreign policy, the economy and politics, he will confront claims that he lacks patriotism and represents a threat to national security. He will tell the regional party conference that he will take no lectures in patriotism from the Conservatives.
7. Earthquake sparks tsunami in Japan
An earthquake has struck off Japan's south-western coast, triggering a small tsunami. The Japan Meteorological Agency said a 30cm (1ft) tsunami was registered on the Nakanoshima island, following the magnitude 7.0 earthquake. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. An earthquake in 2011 caused a tsunami that left more than 18,000 people dead or missing in Japan.
8. Is Angela Merkel facing a German coup?
Is Angela Merkel’s political future in doubt? That is the question posed by the Daily Telegraph as divisions continue to grow in the German chancellor’s government over her “open-door” refugee policy. Guests on a leading television political talk show have debated the possibility of a coup against the German chancellor from within her own party.
9. Children In Need raises record sum
A record-breaking £37m has been raised so far for BBC Children in Need, beating last year's total of £32.6m. Friday's fund-raising extravaganza featured boy band One Direction, actress Dame Helen Mirren and Sherlock actor Martin Freeman. Dermot O'Leary anchored the evening, replacing Sir Terry Wogan after the 77-year-old pulled out for "health reasons".
10. England's winning run ends in Spain
England suffered their first defeat in 16 games as they were comfortably beaten by Spain in Alicante. Roy Hodgson’s side went behind on 72 minutes when Mario acrobatically converted Cesc Fabregas' cross before Arsenal's Santi Cazorla slotted in a late second. After England sailed through their Euro 2016 qualifying campaign with 10 straight wins this friendly served as a reality check.
