BBC News

1. Ukrainians in war-ravaged Donbas weigh prospects of peace deal

   While many Ukrainians believe they have sacrificed too much for their country to lose territory to Russia, others are desperate for the war to end.

2. 'We will never get justice,' say Hillsborough families as report finds fundamental police failures

   A report finds 12 ex-police officers would have faced gross misconduct cases over the disaster under today's laws.

3. Jury trials scrapped for crimes with sentences of less than three years

   The reforms are being brought in to tackle unprecedented delays in the Crown Court.

4. Quarter of police forces lack basic policies on sexual offences, Sarah Everard inquiry finds

   The report, four years after the 33-year-old's murder, says urgent action is needed to prevent violent, sexual attacks against women.

5. Catherine sends Christmas message of love in 'uncertain times'

   The Princess of Wales hails the importance of "time, care and compassion" given to others, ahead of her carol concert.