US Judge Blocks Detention of British Free Speech Campaigner; Pope Leo Urges Courage to End Ukraine War in Christmas Messages
US judge blocks detention of British free speech campaigner
A US judge has temporarily blocked the detention of British social media campaigner Tommy Robinson, who was arrested on charges related to his reporting activities. The decision comes amid concerns over freedom of expression and potential censorship in the ongoing legal proceedings against Robinson.
- US judge blocks detention of British free speech campaigner — Sky News
- US launches strikes against Islamic State in Nigeria — BBC News
- US judge blocks detention of British social media campaigner — BBC News
- US launches deadly strikes against Islamic State in Nigeria, says Trump — BBC News
- US carries out airstrikes on Islamic State “scum” in Nigeria who targeted Christians, Trump says — Sky News
Pope Leo Urges Courage to End Ukraine War, while New Archbishop of Canterbury and Pope Plea for Gaza Peace and Immigration Reforms in Christmas Sermons
In their first Christmas addresses, Pope Leo appeals for courage to resolve the ongoing war in Ukraine, while the new Archbishop of Canterbury joins in calling for peace in Gaza and addressing immigration concerns.
- Pope and new Archbishop of Canterbury make pleas over Gaza and immigration in Christmas sermons — Sky News
- Pope Leo urges ‘courage’ to end Ukraine war in first Christmas address — BBC News
Search Called Off for Two Swimmers Missing at Sea on Christmas Day
The search has been called off for two swimmers who went missing during a Christmas Day swimming session at sea. Authorities have ceased efforts to locate the individuals, acknowledging the challenging conditions and focusing resources elsewhere.
- Search called off for two swimmers missing at sea — BBC News
- Search called off for two Christmas Day swimmers missing at sea — BBC News
England’s bowlers find the right length in tense Melbourne Test
Despite a chaotic day at the MCG, England secured crucial momentum with disciplined bowling and aggressive batting. Their 110-run fourth-innings total sets up an exciting second Test match.
- England’s bowlers finally find right length — BBC News
- England rolled for 110 on chaotic day in Melbourne — BBC News
‘Tyranny is booming’: Jimmy Kimmel targets Trump in alternative Christmas message
In an alternative Christmas message, US talk show host Jimmy Kimmel criticizes President Donald Trump for what he describes as ‘tyranny’, using the term to express his political dissent during the holiday season.
- ‘Tyranny is booming’: Jimmy Kimmel targets Trump in alternative Christmas message — Sky News
- US talk show host targets Trump in alternative Christmas message — Sky News
India’s Solar Energy Growth Faces Hidden Waste Challenges
While India rapidly expands its solar energy capacity to combat climate change, the rapid rollout has created a growing waste problem from discarded photovoltaic panels and components. As older systems are replaced, proper recycling and disposal of hazardous materials like lead and cadmium pose environmental and public health risks if not properly managed.
- India’s solar boom faces a hidden waste problem — BBC News
- Indonesians raise white flags as anger grows over slow flood aid — BBC News
Ukraine Destroys Major Russian Oil Refinery with British-Missile Strike
The Ukrainian military successfully attacked a major Russian oil refinery using missiles supplied by the UK, according to official statements. The strike is part of ongoing counteroffensive operations targeting Russia’s energy infrastructure.
Woman in Her 80s Dies on Christmas Day After Serious Assault Inside Flat
An elderly woman dies after being seriously assaulted inside her flat in Devizes on Christmas Day.
- Woman in her 80s dies on Christmas Day after serious assault inside flat — Sky News
- Woman dies on Christmas Day after serious assault inside flat — Sky News
King’s Christmas Message References Bondi Attack, Honors Acts of Spontaneous Bravery
In his annual Christmas message, the King paid tribute to the acts of ‘spontaneous bravery’ witnessed during the recent terror attack in Bondi Beach, while the Royal Family gathered for a traditional service at Sandringham.
- King’s message references Bondi attack as he pays tribute to acts of ‘spontaneous bravery’ — Sky News
- Royal Family gather for Christmas service at Sandringham — BBC News
Royal Family attends Christmas Day service, Andrew’s daughters join
The Royal Family joined Prince Andrew and his daughters at a Christmas Day church service, while BBC News reported the family greeting crowds afterward.
- In Pictures: The Royal Family attend Christmas Day church service – joined by Andrew’s daughters — Sky News
- Royal Family greet crowds after Christmas Day service — BBC News
Turkey arrests 115 ISIS suspects planning New Year’s attacks
Turkish authorities have detained 115 individuals linked to the Islamic State group who were allegedly planning terrorist attacks in Turkey for the upcoming New Year celebrations.
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