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Top News Stories Aleppo battle: UN chief warns of 'atrocities against civilians' UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon warns of "atrocities" taking place in besieged Aleppo in recent hours. Trump delays announcement on his business empire Donald Trump delays a statement on how he will separate his business interests from his political role. 'Ahok': Jakarta governor's blasphemy trial begins The blasphemy trial of Jakarta's governor, a Christian of Chinese descent, begins. Venezuela closes border with Colombia 'to destroy mafia' Venezuela closes its border with Colombia in a new move against what it calls a 'border mafia'.   Cuba signs deal for faster internet access to Google content Cuba signs a deal that will enable faster access to Google content on the communist-run island. Stories from India Cyclone Vardah: Several dead as storm lashes Indian coast Thousands are evacuated as Cyclone Vardah hits the southern Indian coast, killing at least seven. India v England: Fans condemn 'sick' scoreboard messages during fourth Test References to Madeleine McCann, Adam Johnson and Josef Fritzl that appeared on the scoreboard during England's fourth Test in India are condemned. India v England: Anil Kumble says his side can be best ever India's team is called "exceptional" by head coach Anil Kumble after beating England to extend their unbeaten run to 17 matches.

From the BBC Cultural Calendar Just opened: Film Festival of Kerala The movie event celebrates its 21st anniversary, and takes place at various venues in Kerala, India, until 16 December.   Find out more about exciting events around the world in the BBC Cultural Calendar.   Top Videos Yemen at 'breaking point' as appeal launched Treachery killed USSR, Russia's Gorbachev tells BBC Aleppo's deserted ancient city filmed from above Businesses offer freebies in Turkish currency campaign. Magazine Have Russian hitmen been killing with impunity in Turkey? Twelve men from the countries of the former USSR have been assassinated in Turkey, and there's evidence that some of the hitmen were from Russia. Sport Cristiano Ronaldo beats Lionel Messi to win Ballon d'Or 2016 Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo beats Lionel Messi to win the prestigious Ballon d'Or award for a fourth time. Riyad Mahrez wins BBC African Footballer of the Year 2016 award Algeria and Leicester midfielder Riyad Mahrez is crowned the BBC African Footballer of the Year 2016. Arsenal face Bayern Munich in Champions League last 16 - full draw Arsenal face Bayern Munich, Leicester City will play Sevilla and Manchester City are up against Monaco in the Champions League last 16.

Business Trump delays announcement on his business empire Donald Trump delays a statement on how he will separate his business interests from his political role. Can Trump really cut off his business ties? Donald Trump delays Thursday's announcement on the future of his business empire. Will he really be able to avoid a conflict of interest?   Technology Pokemon Go update seeks to revive interest Pokemon Go releases its first major update, but faces a battle to reinvigorate the gaming craze. Cuba signs deal for faster internet access to Google content Cuba signs a deal that will enable faster access to Google content on the communist-run island.

Autos Inside the world's longest rail tunnel How the just-opened Gotthard Base Tunnel is a testament to Swiss ingenuity   Six straight hours on Night Tube What one writer witnessed on London's new, open-all-night subway service Capital How the internet crushes originality Our online bubbles let us live happily in our own worlds, but stifle originality   The curse of interruption addiction You might think multitasking is amazing, but your brain is not happy about it Culture The intriguing mystery of The Goldfinch Why this 17th-Century painting contains so many riddles   The image that won't go away A photo with resonance 30 years on Earth Anteater can kill a jaguar With its huge claws, this giant creature can defend itself   Why Hong Kong's flag is a flower There is a strange story behind this emblem Future The benefits of understanding our minds Unlocking how our brains work can help us improve our lives   The artist making music with her brain She turns the electrical activity in her head into sound Travel Secret history of the Freemasons Conspiracy theories abound about the Freemasons, with some believing it's a cult   The runaway who travelled the world He's spent at least one night in every country save Tajikistan

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