A factory has exploded in northwest Turkey, killing more than 10 people and injuring seven others. The blast severely damaged a building in the village of Kavakli. Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene, and an investigation has now commenced. Authorities say there’s no suspicion of foul play or sabotage.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is spending Christmas in Darwin, marking the 50th year anniversary of Cyclone Tracy. At least 66 people lost their lives and more than 70 percent of the city was razed by the cyclone in 1974. Speaking at a ceremony commemorating the deadly disaster, Mr Albanese said many people are still feeling the effects of the cyclone today.

Governor-General Sam Mostyn has paid tribute to the victims and survivors of the devastating Cyclone Tracy during a ceremony in Darwin. At least 66 people lost their lives, and more than 70 per cent of the city was razed by the cyclone in 1974.

Sky News host Gabriella Power has reacted to shops selling gender-neutral gingerbread people. “If you happen to be interested in that work rubbish you can now buy non-binary gingerbread people that is right non-binary gingerbread people,” Ms Powers said. “What are they doing they're trying to take away Christmas from us and now this.”

Relief for mortgage holders could come sooner than expected as the Reserve Bank signals the potential for an interest rate cut in February. The RBA has confirmed wages and growth data is softer than expected. The new data has revealed Australia’s labour supply may be larger than previously thought. Weakness in productivity growth in the past is believed to have resulted in the slowdown.

In an entertaining turn of events, a high-end clothing store in New York City has become the talk of the town thanks to its automated window display. The Aritzia store, located in the heart of Manhattan, has been making headlines and going viral on social media for its unexpected dance moves. The store’s window display, which is typically designed to showcase the latest fashion trends, has been programmed to perform a dance that bears a striking resemblance to the infamous “Trump dance”.

A worker at a Brisbane airport has suffered a serious leg injury while on the job. The male was reportedly injured by the heavy equipment used to load baggage on Christmas Eve. The man was rushed to hospital, where he’s expected to remain during Christmas Day.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s latest venture, the Netflix series ‘Polo’, has been met with scathing reviews from the media. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex produced ‘Polo’ under their Archewell banner as part of their five-year, $100 million deal with the streaming giant, which expires in 2025. The five-episode series finally debuted on Netflix earlier this month but has failed to impress fans or critics. GB News host Patrick Christys joined Sky News Senior Reporter Caroline Marcus to discuss the Sussexes’ latest failed venture. Mr Christys speculated that ‘Polo’ may be one of the last ventures for Harry and Meghan. “It’s kind of very oddly put together. The average star rating for this is two stars, I think, and it’s not made the Netflix top 10 in any single country,” he said. “So, I think it could well be one of the last ventures for Harry and Meghan. They’ve been the executive producers of this, although exactly what they’ve done, I’m not quite sure. “It’s a bizarre thing that they’ve decided to do really.”

Australians have seen double-digit price rises across a number of goods over the last two years. A Parliamentary Library analysis of CPI trends has found nearly 60 items, including bread, breakfast cereal, and cheese, have jumped in price by more than 20 per cent. Gas, oils and insurance saw increases of more than 30 per cent. The Opposition is accusing the Albanese government of fuelling inflation with massive budget spending.

A multi-agency Christmas Day search will take place on Wednesday morning for a teenage boy on the New South Wales Central Coast. The 15-year-old was swept from rocks at North Avoca Beach around 3 pm on Tuesday afternoon. Authorities and volunteers searched for several hours before the operation was scaled back. Surf Life Saving New South Wales is reminding people to be cautious when around water.

Australians are purchasing only half a leg of ham instead of a full leg due to the ongoing cost of living crisis, reveals Sky News host Gabriella Power. “Australians are certainly feeling the pinch this Christmas,” she said. “Many are set to be cutting back on buying large legs of ham for Christmas and instead are opting for half a leg instead.”

Sky News host Gabriella Power claims White House aides “covered up” US President Joe Biden’s apparent mental decline from the beginning of his presidency. “Last week, we bought you a report that confirmed essentially what we already knew: the White House aides covered up Joe Biden’s apparent mental decline from day one of his presidency,” Ms Power said. “Shielding him from the public and even rearranging his schedule just to get him into bed earlier and accommodate for his good days and bad days. “We were lied to repeatedly.”

Sky News host Gabriella Power discusses the suggestion US families should not talk about politics or religion during Christmas gatherings. "Following the US election result, we have heard from some on the left just campaigning to boycott Thanksgiving … and now, with Christmas approaching, there are some still some on the left kicking and screaming about this and refusing to show up to their family's gatherings," Ms Power said. "Some are suggesting that the topics of politics and religion just be banned altogether at the dining table."

Sky News host Gabriella Power discusses the International Monetary Fund “throwing” support behind the RBA’s “restrictive monetary stance”. “The IMF has thrown its support behind the Reserve Bank’s restrictive monetary stance,” Ms Power said. “Labelling it appropriate.”

Writer and broadcaster Esther Krakue discusses a trans prisoner in Northern Ireland being transferred from a male to a female facility after a court battle. “The madness of it is this individual Michelle who was outraged that his or her neighbour apparently used their dead name … so in a ladylike fashion this now female threatened to stab this person,” Ms Krakue said. “The reason why Michelle wanted his or her case in court is because Northern Ireland doesn’t have any provisions for trans prisoners.”

Author and theologian Os Guinness discusses the ‘wonder’ of Christmas. “For me, the heart of it [Christmas] is the wonder of God becoming man, a human being,” Mr Guinness said. “That’s the wonder of Christmas – God cares enough for us to become one of us to reach us.”

GB News host Patrick Christys claims Elon Musk has decided he “hates” UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. “Elon Musk decided that he hates our prime minister and he clearly decided that shortly after our prime minister got elected,” Mr Christys said. “He just uses Twitter or X to dig at him all the time.”

US Studies Centre Research Director Jared Mondschein says Greenland is a “consequential US ally” for its natural resources. President-elect Donald Trump has revived his desire to claim Greenland from Denmark for the US. Buying Greenland from an autonomous Danish territory was Trump's top priority during his first term in office.

US Studies Centre Research Director Jared Mondschein says Donald Trump’s interest in purchasing Greenland is “entertaining to watch”. President-elect Donald Trump has revived his desire to claim Greenland from Denmark for the US. Buying Greenland from an autonomous Danish territory was Trump's top priority during his first term in office.

US Studies Centre Research Director Jared Mondschein says there is “a lot more Republican support” for Donald Trump than there was in 2017. Mr Monschein told Sky News Australia that there is still some “distance” between all Republicans supporting Donald Trump. “Between all Republicans being fully aligned with Donald Trump.”