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1. Dazzling spectacles in London, Edinburgh and across the country - UK welcomes in new year

   Millions around the UK have attended firework displays and street parties to usher in 2026.

2. How the 'postcode lottery' of parenting really impacts young children

   BBC Radio 4's Today will follow six parents for five years, chronicling the ups and downs of looking after a young child in modern Britain.

3. What are Russians hoping for in 2026, asks Steve Rosenberg

   The BBC's Russia editor speaks to people in the country as the war in Ukraine nears a fourth year.

4. We fought for 33 years to abolish not proven verdict after our daughter's murder

   The centuries-old verdict has been scrapped after decades of controversy about its use in Scottish criminal trials.

5. Detective and crime novelist among new Traitors contestants

   A barrister, nursery school teacher and cyber security expert will also enter the TV show's castle.

6. Trump says he is withdrawing National Guard troops from some US cities

   It comes after the Supreme Court ruled against his use of troops for domestic law enforcement.

7. Children from struggling families to be offered jabs at home

   The scheme is being tested in some areas of England as part of a government plan to prioritise children's health.

8. Zelensky says peace deal is 90% ready in New Year address

   Russian President Vladimir Putin used his New Year speech to tell troops that he "believed in you and our victory" in Ukraine.

9. Anthony Joshua discharged from hospital after Nigeria car crash

   Two of the former world champion's closest friends were killed in the accident on Monday.

10. Condom tax and cheaper childcare: China's plan to boost birth rates

    Chinese people pay a 13% sales tax on contraceptives from 1 January, while childcare services are exempt.