‘New tropical house’ and ‘nomadic litterpickers’

Bristol Zoo ProjectThe frosty weather has created some stunning dawn scenes across the region this week, while at Bristol Zoo Project, the new tropical house is keeping the reptiles toasty warm.Here is a selection of pictures from across the West in our weekly round-up.BristolBristol Zoo ProjectBeady-eyed: This Henkel's leaf-tailed gecko is part of Bristol Zoological Society's breeding programme and can be seen in the new tropical habitat at the zoo.Nick Potts/PA WireA handful: Bristol City's Sinclair Armstrong (L)…

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Tens of thousands rally in Europe, demanding justice over Israel’s Gaza war | Gaza News

Tens of thousands of people have marched in cities across Europe, denouncing Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza and demanding tougher global action against its continued and deadly violations of a United States-brokered ceasefire.The demonstrations, held to mark the United Nations International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People on Saturday, came as the death toll from Israel’s war on Gaza surpassed 70,000 people.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listThe latest victims include two boys, aged eight and…

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Flamengo beat Palmeiras to win Copa Libertadores title | Football News

Flamengo beat fellow Brazilian side Palmeiras 1-0 in Peru to lift the Copa Libertadores title for the fourth time.Published On 29 Nov 202529 Nov 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareFlamengo defeated Palmeiras 1-0 to win the Copa Libertadores, becoming the most successful Brazilian team in the history of South America’s top club competition by lifting the title for a fourth time.A second-half headed goal from Flamengo centre-back Danilo settled a scrappy encounter at the Estadio Monumental in…

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B-52s and DEVO to combine forces for two special UK shows in 2026

The B-52s and DEVO have announced two unmissable UK co-headline shows for June 2026. The shows are scheduled at The O2 in London on Saturday 20th June and Manchester’s AO Arena on Sunday 21st June, with special guests The Rezillos and Lene Lovich. Tickets go on general sale on Friday 5 December 2025 at 10am, and you can register for pre-sale here  These special shows are the UK stop on the bands’ critically acclaimed Cosmic De-Evolution tour of…

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Qatar GP 2025: Lando Norris on F1 title chances against Piastri

There are few strategy options as well, because of a unique aspect of this race.Lusail's plethora of long-duration, medium- and high-speed corners place heavy demands on the tyres, and the sharp kerbs make matters worse.Tyre supplier Pirelli, fearing punctures, has imposed a mandatory maximum of 25 laps usage on any set of tyres, which makes the race a two pit-stop strategy at least.There is plenty of jeopardy, though. Both Piastri and Mercedes' George Russell - who was second…

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New Bishop of Plymouth is installed

The Right Reverend Nicholas Hudson has been installed as the Bishop of Plymouth, overseeing a diocese that covers Devon, Cornwall and Dorset.Bishop Hudson was appointed in the Devon city at the Cathedral Church of St Mary and St Boniface, on the patronal feast day of St Cuthbert Mayne, on Saturday.Ordained as a priest for the Archdiocese of Southwark in 1986, Bishop Hudson has been an Auxiliary Bishop of Westminster and Titular Bishop of St Germans in Cornwall since…

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Pope Leo visits Blue Mosque in Turkiye’s Istanbul | Religion News

The pope is visiting Turkiye until Sunday on his first overseas trip as pontiff, which also includes a visit to Lebanon.Published On 29 Nov 202529 Nov 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2SharePope Leo XIV has visited Istanbul’s famed Blue Mosque on the third day of his trip to Turkiye, his first known visit as leader of the Catholic Church to a Muslim place of worship.The first US pope bowed slightly before entering the mosque early on Saturday…

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Tom Cleverley: Plymouth Argyle boss ‘in the best place’ to turn results around

Tom Cleverley feels he is the right boss to get Plymouth Argyle out of their slump following the 3-0 home loss to Northampton Town.The defeat was Argyle's seventh in their last eight games as the Pilgrims remain second-from-bottom of League One. The Plymouth head coach saw his side concede three second-half goals and top-scorer Lorent Tolaj sent off for violent conduct. "I thought some of the football was pretty, first half, but I think the way we're going…

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Playwright Sir Tom Stoppard dies at 88

Seher AsafandPatrick JacksonPlaywright Sir Tom Stoppard dies at 88Sir Tom Stoppard, one of the UK’s best-known playwrights, has died aged 88, his agents have announced.Sir Tom, who won an Oscar and a Golden Globe for the screenplay for Shakespeare In Love, "died peacefully at home in Dorset, surrounded by his family".His other stage work included The Real Thing, and Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead."He will be remembered for his works, for their brilliance and humanity, and for his…

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Premiership Women’s Rugby: Saracens thrash Trailfinders

Francesca McGhie got Trailfinders off the mark inside three minutes but visitors Saracens replied quickly, going level with a score from Sydney Gregson.With relentless attacking play, Saracens turned their trailing start into a 26-point half-time advantage with further tries from Marlie Packer, Alysha Corrigan, Lotte Sharp and Campbell.There was no respite for the hosts as Poppy Cleall put Saracens further ahead after the break, finishing off a driving maul to make it 36-5. Campbell scored her second of…

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Sunderland 3-2 Bournemouth: ‘Referee lost control’ says manager Andoni Iraola

Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola says that the referee lost control of the game, with the Cherries losing three players for their next match to suspension in a 3-2 loss at Sunderland.MATCH REPORT: Sunderland 3-2 BournemouthAvailable to UK users only. Source link

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