US bars five Europeans over alleged efforts to ‘censor American viewpoints’ | European Union News

Post published:December 24, 2025
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The United States has imposed visa bans on five Europeans, including a former European Union commissioner, accusing them of pressuring tech firms to censor and suppress “American viewpoints they oppose”.In a statement on Tuesday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio characterised the individuals as “radical activists” who had “advanced censorship crackdowns” by foreign states against “American speakers and American companies”.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of list“For far too long, ideologues in Europe have led organized efforts to…

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,399 | Russia-Ukraine war News

Post published:December 24, 2025
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These are the key developments from day 1,399 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.Published On 24 Dec 202524 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareHere is where things stand on Wednesday, December 24:Fighting Russian forces began a “massive attack” on Ukraine on Monday night, killing three people and targeting 13 regions with 650 drones and 30 missiles, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in a post on X. Those killed in the overnight attack included a four-year-old girl in…

PDC World Championship 2026: Justin Hood beats Danny Noppert in epic, Peter Wright knocked out

Post published:December 23, 2025
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World number 86 Justin Hood beat sixth seed Danny Noppert in an Alexandra Palace classic as three more seeds exited the PDC World Championship on the final day of competition before the Christmas break.Hood won a sudden-death leg of a high-quality match to progress to the last 32, having missed a dart at the bull to win in straight sets.Noppert fought back to force a decider and, helped by some clutch ton-plus finishes throughout, created a victory chance…

Wasteful Nigeria edge past Tanzania to make winning start to AFCON 2025 | Football News

Post published:December 23, 2025
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Nigeria seal a 2-1 win against a plucky Tanzania to open their Africa Cup of Nations 2025 account with a win in Fez.Published On 23 Dec 202523 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareAdemola Lookman has secured a 2-1 win for a wasteful Nigeria against Tanzania in Fez, Morocco, in their opening Africa Cup of Nations match.After the disappointment of failing to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, Nigeria coach Eric Chelle would have hoped for more…

Man jailed for life for murdering his father at his Bath home

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Sarah TurnnidgeWest of England Avon and Somerset PoliceChristopher Monro, 30, was arrested at his home in Oxford the day after his father's death A man who murdered his own father has been jailed for life. Christopher Monro, 30, was told he would serve a minimum of 12 years in prison for killing 73-year-old Peter Monro at his home in Bath, Somerset.Emergency services were called to the house in Kelston View around midday on 11 February, where Mr Monro…

Russell Brand charged with new rape and sexual assault offences

Post published:December 23, 2025
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Russell Brand has been charged with two further offences including one count of rape, the Metropolitan Police has said.In a new statement, the police force said the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has authorised an additional charge of rape and a charge of sexual assault relating to two further women. The broadcaster, comedian and actor previously pleaded not guilty to five charges including two counts of rape, two counts of sexual assault and one count of indecent assault in…

Antoine Semenyo: Bournemouth forward to decide future as Chelsea show interest

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From a financial perspective, well-placed sources insist interested clubs are all willing to pay a very similar remuneration package to Semenyo, whose final decision will be made with an emphasis on his personal sporting ambitions.He turns 26 on 7 January and there is a recognition he is entering the prime of his career."I know there is lots of noise around him," said Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola. "[It is] not my concern, my concern is it doesn't affect his…

Philip Young in court charged with drugging and raping ex-wife

Post published:December 23, 2025
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Clara BullockWest of EnglandPracedoPhilip Young, 49, is charged with 56 offencesA former councillor has appeared in court accused of a string of sexual offences against his ex-wife over a 13-year period.Philip Young is charged with 56 offences, including multiple counts of rape and administering a substance with intent to stupefy his former spouse Joanne Young, who has waived her legal right to anonymity. Appearing at Swindon Magistrates' Court earlier, the 49-year-old - formerly of Swindon but now of…

Calstock Advent windows light village up for Christmas

Post published:December 23, 2025
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A village on the Cornwall and Devon border has been lit up, one day at a time, for Christmas.Calstock's Advent windows have seen a new festively decorated window light up each day at 17:00 GMT during December as part of a trail.Themes featured ranged from the Do You Know How Much I Love You books to The Grinch, and each also features a hidden pottery pasty made by children at the local primary school, organisers said.Fleur Lagunowitsch-Cousins said…

Police end investigation over Glastonbury performance

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BBCAn investigation by Avon and Somerset Police into chants made during a Bob Vylan performance at Glastonbury has concluded no further action will be taken."We have concluded, after reviewing all the evidence, that it does not meet the criminal threshold outlined by the CPS for any person to be prosecuted," the force said in a statement."No further action will be taken on the basis there is insufficient evidential for there to be a realistic prospect of conviction."The investigation…

Israel will never fully withdraw from Gaza, defence minister says | Israel-Palestine conflict News

Post published:December 23, 2025
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Israel Katz says military units will be established inside the Palestinian enclave, in contravention of the truce agreement.Published On 23 Dec 202523 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareIsraeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has said the Israeli military will never fully withdraw from the Gaza Strip and that an army unit will be established inside the Palestinian enclave.Speaking on Tuesday, Katz said Israeli forces would remain deployed throughout Gaza, despite a United States-backed peace plan signed by…

‘Heartbroken’ family’s tribute to man after fatal Plymouth crash

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Devon and Cornwall PoliceThe family of Michael Cockburn-Hilton paid tribute to their beloved son, brother and partnerTributes have been paid to a 23-year-old man who died following a road collision in Devon.The family of Michael Cockburn-Hilton said his death had left them "heartbroken beyond words" and described him as a beloved son, brother, and partner.Devon and Cornwall Police said the motorbike rider was pronounced dead at the scene of the two-vehicle collision also involving a car at about…