World Update from BBC News
Bank of America in Chinese saleBank of America is to sell a stake in China Construction Bank, in an move that could raise $3bn, the Chinese bank says.Suspected gunman held by policeArmed police are called to a block of flats in Hampshire after a report a man with a gun had threatened a resident.Russia 'stops sending Europe gas'Ukraine says Russia has stopped natural gas supplies to Europe via Ukraine, as the two countries' energy dispute worsens.Freeze continues to hit servicesWater supplies are affected and a senior medic urges elderly people to stay indoors as cold weather conditions continueM&S to close stores and cut jobsMarks and Spencer says it plans to close 25 Simply Food stores and two of its regular stores, and cut 1,230 jobs.Big cats sightings are 'reliable'Two instances of big cats being caught on camera in the Forest of Dean are confirmed by the Forestry Commission.Ratepayers could pay an extra 10%Ratepayers in some district council areas in Northern Ireland could be paying an extra 10% in the next financial year.
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