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1. Zelensky hails 'new ideas' on peace after talks with US envoys

   Ukraine's leader gives an upbeat assessment after discussing the plan with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.

2. Heavy rain storms in California leave three dead as of Christmas night

   The storms have brought flash flooding and mudslides during a time of busy holiday travel.

3. Pope Leo urges 'courage' to end Ukraine war in first Christmas address

   The pope also laments the condition of Palestinians during his address to worshippers at the Vatican.

4. Turkey detains 115 IS suspects 'planning New Year's attacks'

   Turkish authorities say firearms were seized and efforts to trace further suspected members are continuing.

5. Brazil ex-President Jair Bolsonaro's surgery for hernia 'successful'

   The former leader is serving a 27-year sentence for plotting a coup after losing the 2022 presidential election.