A charity is encouraging people to get rid of unwanted Christmas presents - or pick up a gift for nothing. Barter ireland
Advanced ticket sales for next month's Norfolk and Norwich Festival have increased by 15% compared to last year, organisers have said.
A number of shows are already returns-only, including a performance by violinist Nigel Kennedy. Free stuff
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani will court global business in Davos next week after winning an easing of some economic sanctions, but any trade bonanza depends on the long-term success of nuclear diplomacy.