US Judge Blocks Detention of British Social Media Campaigner Amid Censorship Row as Christmas News Unfolds
US judge blocks detention of British social media campaigner amid censorship row
A US judge has prevented the detention of a British free speech campaigner facing potential censorship in Nigeria, amid escalating tensions between the two countries over digital rights and government surveillance.
- 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
Christmas Day TV Ratings: King’s Message Tops the Charts
The Queen’s Christmas message has become the highest-rated television program of the festive season, outperforming other shows in viewership.
- The King’s message tops Christmas Day TV ratings — BBC News
- The brothers from Dagestan shining in MMA and for Man Utd — BBC News
- They survived deadly floods. Now they’re raising white flags – but not in surrender — BBC News
Boxing Day Shopping Disappoints, Fire Leaves Three Unaccounted For
Despite Boxing Day’s usual consumer frenzy, many retailers saw lackluster sales, while a house fire in the aftermath claimed three lives and left residents untraceable.
- Boxing Day shopping falls flat once again — BBC News
- Three unaccounted for after Boxing Day house fire — Sky News
Zelensky Seeks Peace Talks with Trump Amid Russian War
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky plans to meet US President Donald Trump on Sunday in a bid to discuss strategies for ending Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine. Following his meeting with US envoys, Zelensky praised ‘new ideas’ on peace but stressed that concrete progress remains elusive.
- Zelensky plans to meet Trump on Sunday for talks on ending Russian war — BBC News
- Zelensky hails ‘new ideas’ on peace after talks with US envoys — BBC News
Russia Downes Seven Storm Shadow Missiles Amid Zelenskyy-Trip to Trump Meeting
Russian forces reportedly downed seven Storm Shadow cruise missiles as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky prepares for a high-profile meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday.
- Russia ‘downs seven Storm Shadow missiles’ – as Zelenskyy set for Trump meeting on Sunday — Sky News
- Russia ‘downs seven Storm Shadow missiles’ – as Zelenskyy set for Trump meeting — Sky News
Christmas Day Stabbing Ends in Man’s Death; Woman Also Injured
A man died after being found injured on Christmas Day, while another person was stabbed along with him during an incident on Christmas Eve.
- Man dies after being found injured on street on Christmas Day — BBC News
- Man and woman injured in Christmas Eve stabbing — 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 while swimming in the sea on Christmas Day. The BBC News article reports that authorities have ceased efforts to locate the individuals, indicating that no trace of them has been found despite ongoing rescue operations.
- 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 finally find right length
England’s bowling unit secured crucial breakthroughs, allowing the team to post a competitive total against Australia in Melbourne.
- 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
US talk show host Jimmy Kimmel criticizes President Trump’s policies in an alternative Christmas message, using the phrase ‘tyranny is booming’ to highlight his concerns.
- ‘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
Police Force Warns Sea Swimmers Amid Two Missing and Cold Weather Health Alert for Boxing Day
Sky News reports that the police force has issued warnings to sea swimmers after two individuals remain missing during cold weather conditions. A health alert remains in place for Boxing Day, urging caution among those venturing into icy waters.
- Police force warns sea swimmers as two still missing and cold weather health alert stays for Boxing Day — Sky News
- Police force warns sea swimmers as two still missing — Sky News
India’s Solar Energy Growth Faces Growing Waste Management Challenges
While India rapidly expands its solar power capacity to combat climate change and meet energy demands, the country faces a mounting waste management crisis as discarded solar panels reach the end of their lifespan. Experts warn that inadequate recycling infrastructure could lead to environmental hazards and economic losses if not addressed promptly.
- 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 Targets Crucial Russian Oil Refinery with British Support
Ukrainian forces, backed by British weaponry, have successfully struck a major Russian oil refinery. The attack underscores Ukraine’s strategic efforts to disrupt Russia’s energy supply and highlights the growing impact of Western-supplied munitions on the conflict.
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