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Two young men, Rhys Edwards and Talan Vincent, face terrorism charges for allegedly planning attacks on a Muslim mosque and Jewish cemetery in Cardiff. They deny the charges, with the trial set for February 2027.

Ex-Iraq War Vet Banned from Coaching Daughters Team After Calling Murderer Creature

On Sunday, December 14th, Deansgate-Castlefield tram stop will be closed for emergency track repairs, causing disruptions to tram services. Trams from Altrincham and East Didsbury will end at Deansgate-Castlefield, while services from the Trafford Centre and Eccles will stop at Cornbrook. Replacement bus services will run every fifteen minutes, connecting Cornbrook to Piccadilly and Victoria. Trams are expected to resume regular service by 2 PM, but it may take longer for all services to return to normal. This closure coincides with a busy weekend, including Christmas markets, Disney on Ice performances, a Womens Super League football match, and a major music event. Passengers are advised to allow extra time for their journeys.

Maria Balshaw, Tates director since 2017, is stepping down in 2026, marking the end of her nine-year tenure. She led the institution through the pandemic, financial challenges, and controversies. Balshaws legacy includes accessible art, diverse artist platforms, and notable projects like Steve McQueens Year Three. However, her time also saw high-profile controversies and financial pressures, leading to redundancies and staff strikes. Despite attendance declines, Tate Moderns 25th anniversary celebration saw a surge in visitors. Balshaw plans to focus on artist collaborations and writing post-Tate.

A recent employment tribunal ruling in Scotland has sparked controversy, with legal experts arguing it contradicts a Supreme Court decision on the definition of sex. The case, Sandie Peggie versus NHS Fife, involves allegations of harassment and other claims, with the tribunals three hundred and twelve-page judgment causing confusion for employers. Sandie Peggie plans to appeal, and supporters criticize an error in the judgment. Legal expert Michael Foran believes the tribunals decision is incompatible with the Supreme Courts ruling, and suggests a more senior court should review the reasoning. The situation highlights the need for clarity on these legal definitions, with organizations like the Womens Institute and Girl Guiding seeking independent legal advice and updating their policies.

Stacey Humphreys, a Georgia death row inmate, has requested a calorie-heavy final meal of comfort foods, including barbecue beef brisket, pork ribs, a bacon double cheeseburger, French fries, coleslaw, cornbread, buffalo wings, a meat lovers pan pizza, two lemon-lime sodas, and vanilla ice cream for dessert. His execution is scheduled for December 17th, but his attorney argues for a delay due to a pandemic-era agreement. The Georgia Board of Pardons and Paroles will meet tomorrow to consider arguments for and against clemency.

FA Cup third round: Macclesfield vs Crystal Palace and Tottenham vs Aston Villa to be broadcast live on BBC One, with Macclesfield making history as a non-league side facing the reigning champions. Tottenham and Aston Villa, with a combined fifteen FA Cup wins, set for a classic matchup. Both games available to stream on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website and app.

Guinness unveils its first-ever guide to the UKs top pubs, highlighting 35 establishments, including 9 in London. The guide focuses on pint-pouring skills, community spirit, and service. Notable London pubs include The Devonshire, The Coach and Horses, The Bricklayers Arms, Skehans Freehouse, and The Audley. The Auld Shillelagh in Stoke Newington and The Toucan near Soho Square are also featured. Guinness also opens its Open Gate Brewery in Covent Garden.

Northern Line Passengers Face Four-Month Disruption: Nightly Closures, Reduced Services, and Key Station Skips. TfL introduces extra trains on Charing Cross branch. Essential track work aims to prevent future failures and reduce weekend closures.