How Bangladesh’s former prime minister Sheikh Hasina was sentenced to death
12:30 ExplainerIn Dhaka, Sheikh Hasina, the former prime minister of Bangladesh, has been sentenced to death in absentia for crimes against humanity after a violent crackdown on Gen Z-led protests during the July–August 2024 uprising. What began as student protests over government job quotas escalated into a nationwide movement, leaving an estimated 1,400 people dead and ending Hasina’s 15-year rule. This video examines how the 2024 protests unfolded, why a generation of young Bangladeshis mobilised at scale, and how Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal reached one of the most consequential death sentences in the country’s history. Video by Kasia Sobocinska
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December 22, 2025 21:14 UTC
Is London poised for an IPO revival in 2026?
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December 22, 2025 21:12 UTC
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Priorities need to changeSir, — I was very interested in the very detailed letter from Vic Angell (Standard, December 12). The firefighters in Henley do an excellent job, I know as my father was one of them some years ago. — Yours faithfully,Peter GilesEarleyLighting must be improvedI am writing to follow up on my previous concerns (Standard letters, November 28), as I am disappointed that I have still not received a response from Henley Town Council. However, the benefit I enjoy most, which was not mentioned, is charging your EV on a sunny day through your solar panels. — Yours faithfully,David DickieSt Katherine’s Road, Henley
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December 22, 2025 20:38 UTC
Fulham vs Nottingham Forest: Premier League Live Updates and Match Highlights Coverage
Fulham v Nottingham Forest: Premier League Match OverviewFulham hosted Nottingham Forest at Craven Cottage in a Premier League fixture that began with both sides eager to secure a valuable win. Nottingham Forest brought Douglas Luiz back into the squad, replacing an injured Ibrahim Sangaré, aiming to maintain midfield solidity. Nottingham Forest fielded John Victor as goalkeeper with a backline of Savona, Milenkovic, Murillo, and Williams. Tactical and Contextual NotesFulham entered the match with confidence, having won five of their last six Premier League games against Forest, especially at home. With competitive lineups and high stakes, this Premier League clash promised an engaging battle as both sides sought to enhance their season’s trajectory with a crucial win at the heart of December.
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December 22, 2025 20:37 UTC
Professor E. Donald Elliott Named Changjiang Scholar
Doyle-Winter Distinguished Professor (Adjunct) of Law E. Donald Elliott ’74 has been named a Yangtze River Distinguished Scholar by the Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China. The award, also known as a “Changjiang Scholar,” is the highest academic award issued to an individual in higher education by the Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China and proceeds Elliott’s lectures on constitutional and environmental law given as part of the Paul Tsai China Center’s visit to Peking University Law School earlier this year. Elliott is the first American law professor to be recognized with this award. Elliott is a leading academic scholar and practitioner in administrative and environmental law. He has been a faculty member at the Law School since 1981 and currently teaches courses in environmental law, conservative legal theory, energy law, administrative law, and civil procedure.
Source:The Guardian
December 22, 2025 19:54 UTC
Rockhopper secures funding for stake in Falklands oil field project
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December 22, 2025 19:30 UTC
Drone footage shows boats swallowed by a giant hole in Shropshire – video
Ten people have been helped to safety after a hole opened up in a Shropshire canal, pulling in boats and discharging large volumes of water on to surrounding land. Emergency services declared a major incident after the 50 metre-long hole breached the canal in the West Midlands, leaving boats teetering on the edge of a steep drop or stuck at the bottom of the cavity. There were no reported casualties, according to West Mercia police
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December 22, 2025 19:09 UTC
Morrisons investigating after The S*n newspaper spotted at Anfield store
Morrisons investigating after The S*n newspaper spotted at Anfield storeIt was spotted outside the store close to Anfield stadiumView 2 Images Video shows where the news stand was located outside the front of the Morrisons Daily store at the Esso garage on Oakfield Road (Image: TikTok user)Morrisons is investigating after The S*n newspaper was spotted for sale outside one of its franchise stores in the shadow of Anfield stadium. A video shared on TikTok, which has been seen hundreds of times, shows the newspaper tucked behind The Times on a news stand outside the Morrisons Daily store at the Esso on Oakfield Road in Anfield. One commenter said: "Selling the S*n newspaper outside Anfield football ground. In the video the newspaper is tucked behind The Times paper on the stand located near the doors at the entrance of the store. The video then pans around to show Oakfield Road, with Anfield stadium in the distance.
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December 22, 2025 18:52 UTC
Brawl erupts in Turkish parliament on last day of budget talks – video
A brawl erupted in Turkey’s parliament between members of the ruling AK party and the opposition Republican People's party on the final day of budget talks. Lawmakers threw punches and pushed each other after an argument broke out between two MPs. The session was briefly suspended before members returned to pass the 2026 budget
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December 22, 2025 18:17 UTC
Man United handed huge Antoine Semenyo transfer boost as Joshua Zirkzee conditions set
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December 22, 2025 17:41 UTC
Muddy eruption at Black Diamond Pool in Yellowstone national park – video
Video shared by the US Geological Survey on social media shows mud spraying up and out from the Black Diamond Pool in Yellowstone national park. Other recent eruptions have mostly been audible but not visible because they happened either at night or when the camera was obscured by ice. The agency said the Black Diamond Pool was previously the site of a hydrothermal explosion, in July 2024, that sent rocks and mud flying hundreds of feet into the air and damaged a boardwalk. It prompted the closure of the area to visitors due to the damage and potential for additional hazardous activity
Source:The Guardian
December 22, 2025 15:52 UTC
The last time Rangers and Celtic played on Christmas Day - and the legends who created an 'unbreakable' record
In fact, it wasn't too long ago that football was played on Christmas Day in Scotland. While those two games remain the last fixtures on Christmas Day, it had already been five years since there was a full card. And December 25, 1971 was the last time Rangers and Celtic played on Christmas Day. And he also has the distinction of being the last Rangers players to score on Christmas Day. He is Celtic's final Christmas Day scorer, although Jim Brown's late consolation goal means the honour of being the last person to score against Celtic on Christmas Day belongs to him.
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December 22, 2025 15:20 UTC
How to navigate difficult conversations on immigration at the dinner table – video
Christmas dinner with family can sometimes feel tense, especially when topics like immigration or politics come up. While it’s tempting to shut down a difficult conversation or lead with facts alone, this can often lead to further resentment and division. We spoke to Who Is Your Neighbour?, a charity with fifteen years of experience in facilitating non-judgmental conversations. This year, the Guardian charity appeal is supporting grassroots organisations that work to heal social division and nurture hope in our communities. From refugee welcome initiatives to local youth clubs these charities provide a powerful antidote to hate and distrust.
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December 22, 2025 14:59 UTC
The Rise of Deepfake Cyberbullying Poses a Growing Problem for Schools
AdvertisementSchools are facing a growing problem of students using artificial intelligence to transform innocent images of classmates into sexually explicit deepfakes. “Now, you can do it on an app, you can download it on social media, and you don’t have to have any technical expertise whatsoever,” he said. Experts fear schools aren’t doing enoughSameer Hinduja, the co-director of the Cyberbullying Research Center, recommends that schools update their policies on AI-generated deepfakes and get better at explaining them. The “I” is for “inform” any social media platforms on which the image is posted. The “L” is for “limit” social media access.
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December 22, 2025 13:44 UTC
Times letters: Funding Ukraine to counter Russian threat
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December 22, 2025 13:21 UTC