Jimmy Lai supporters queue outside Hong Kong court ahead of verdict | Freedom of the Press News

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Media mogul Lai was arrested in 2020 under a national security law imposed by China.Published On 14 Dec 202514 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareSupporters of Hong Kong democracy activist and media mogul Jimmy Lai have begun queuing overnight outside a Hong Kong court ahead of a verdict in his lengthy trial.The verdict will be delivered by a three-judge panel in a hearing that begins at 10am local time (02:00 GMT) on Monday and comes amid…

Toulon 45-34 Bath: English champions fall to Champions Cup defeat in France

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Bath started their Champions Cup campaign with an emphatic win over Munster last weekend, while three-time champions Toulon were looking to bounce back after a poor defeat in Edinburgh.Johann van Graan brought in 20-year-old Vilikesa Sela to replace injured England prop Will Stuart as Bath went toe to toe with Toulon's imposing pack.Finn Russell's penalty kick gave Bath the lead but second row forward Brian Alainu'uese muscled over from a line-out move to put the hosts ahead.Both sides…

Tom Cleverley: ‘Substance over style’ working for Plymouth Argyle

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Plymouth Argyle head coach Tom Cleverley says he is going for "substance over style" following a fourth 1-0 win in six games.The victory over Rotherham United was the fifth time in that six-game period that there had been just one goal in a Pilgrims match as Cleverley tries to drag his side away from the League One relegation zone.And three points gained saw Argyle move up to 21st in League One, only inside the drop zone on goal…

Zelenskyy says willing to drop NATO membership bid ahead of peace talks | Russia-Ukraine war News

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The Ukrainian president says Kyiv could drop its long-held ambition of joining NATO in exchange for Western security guarantees.Ukraine has indicated it is prepared to drop its long-held ambition of joining NATO in exchange for Western security guarantees, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said ahead of meetings with US envoys and European allies in Berlin.Zelenskyy described the proposal on Sunday as a concession by Kyiv, after years of pressing for NATO membership as the strongest deterrent against future Russian…

Scuba diving Santas support Christmas fundraiser in Somerset

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Nearly 90 scuba-diving Santas, reindeer and Christmas trees have gathered to raise money for charity.Certified scuba divers arrived at Radstock's Vobster Quay in Somerset in their festive outfits to fundraise for Help the Heroes and National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) earlier.The organisers have raised £55,000 since the annual event started in 2007, with the 85 divers and supporting team raising more than £3,000 this year. Amy Stanton, Vobster Quay owner, said the event has become a "statement fixture" in…

European Challenge Cup: Racing 92 31-31 Exeter – Late heartbreak for Chiefs

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Racing 92: Prisciantelli; Donguy, Fickou, Manu, Ravutaumada; Gibert, Labarbe; Jabea Njocke, Basse, Kharaishvili, Kpoku, Rowlands, Sanconnie, Lainault, Zinzen.Replacements: Leota, Gogichashvili, Bamba, Taofifenua, Tagitagivalu, Albuisson, Latrasse, Habosi.Exeter: Haydon-Wood; John, Ascherl, Rigg, Ridl; Coen, Chapman; Burger, Heaven, J. Roots, Pearson, Tuima, Capstick, Moloney, James.Replacements: Dweba, Goodrick-Clarke, Mona, Beckerleg, E. Roots, Fisilau, Cairns, Batson.Yellow card: Tuima (63), Fisilau (72)Referee: Federico Vedovelli Source link

CRYMWAV | Speak No Evil

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CRYMWAV: Speak No Evil (Electric Pudding Recordings) DL | Stream Out Now BUY HERE Los Angeles rockers CRYMWAV unleash their new single Speak No Evil with former Damned guitarist/ keyboard player Roman Jugg adding his own touch to the proceedings. It’s a song fashioned with the bands own signature twist on a classic rock sound and sets the tone for their forthcoming album. CRYMWAV (pronounced Crimewave) is the brainchild of lead singer/songwriter Roger Deering. The band were formed…

Weather warning issued for Devon and Cornwall

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Forecasters have warned of flooding and travel delays with a weather warning issued for Cornwall and parts of Devon. The Met Office has put out a yellow warning for rain across Cornwall and in areas such as Plymouth and north Devon from 06:00 GMT until 23:59 on Monday. The warning said heavy rain was expected to cause delays and flooding in places. It said spray and floodings on roads would "probably make journey times longer and bus and…

Sunday Morning | Carry The Sky

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Sunday Morning: Carry The Sky (Self-released) DL | Stream Out Now BUY HERE A creative spark has once again been ignited by Vancouver’s alternative rock outfit Sunday Morning as they release their long-awaited new single, Carry The Sky. As a band that has a penchant for compelling and vulnerable songwriting, this song proves to be a heartfelt, melodious and soul stirring act of remembrance for lost love ones. Vancouver-based musical project Sunday Morning is the creative vehicle of…

Australia reels from mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney | Gun Violence

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NewsFeedA mass shooting at Australia’s Bondi Beach has killed at least 12 people and injured dozens more. Video shows a bystander disarming one of two suspected gunmen, who police say were targeting a gathering of Sydney’s Jewish community.Published On 14 Dec 202514 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2Share Source link

Inspiral Carpets

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Inspiral Carpets Albert Hall, Manchester Dec 13th 2025 The 1600 capacity Albert Hall is one of Manchester’s best venues – a converted church with huge stain glass windows, it oozes atmosphere and is the perfect place to add a gravitas to a new band on the rise or an older band like tonight who have rediscovered their mojo. This is arguably the best I’ve seen the Inspiral Carpets over the decades. They sound urgent and they sound powerful.…

Weakened Truro City out of FA Trophy after 4-0 Southend United loss

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Truro City manager John Askey said his priority was his side's league campaign after their 4-0 FA Trophy loss at Southend United.Askey made seven changes to the side that lost 3-1 at Hartlepool in the National League last week as he focuses on trying to turn around poor form which has left the Tinners bottom of the table. Harry Cardwell gave the hosts a 32nd-minute lead before Jack Bridge doubled the advantage just before half-time. Josh Walker added…