Extortion threats against South Asians, Christmas celebrations in Bethlehem, Australia's teen social media ban, and more

South Asians in Canada accuse Ottawa of putting foreign policy interests ahead of their safety. They're holding a series of town halls in multiple cities across the country, to address what they call an extortion crisis facing their communities. 

Also: Christmas celebrations have returned to Bethlehem, after a two-year hiatus. Saturday night saw the lighting of a Christmas tree in Manger Square. You'll hear how officials are hoping the ceremony will herald an economic revival for the tourism-reliant city.

And: Australia is about to attempt what many parents see as a losing battle - forcing kids off social media. On Wednesday, it will become the first country in the world to ban anyone under 16 from having social media accounts. We'll take you to Sydney for more.

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