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  • How lead exposure became the Notre-Dame fire's toxic legacy

    As Paris watched flames consume its beloved Notre-Dame Cathedral five years ago, no one could have imagined just how toxic the smoke spewing from the disaster could be. The rising plume contained several billion particles of lead from the collapsing roof and spire. Now that the cathedral has been identically rebuilt, a group of associations is trying to break the silence on the danger posed by this metal. Notre-Dame de Paris is preparing to open its doors to the public on December 8 after five y

  • Arsenal’s corners are unstoppable – but don’t call them Stoke just yet

    Arsenal 2-0 Manchester United: The Gunners scored two more goals from corners to underline their set-piece threat but Mikel Arteta was more concerned about creating other ‘magic moments’

  • CCTV Footage Shows Soldiers Entering National Assembly in Seoul

    CCTV footage released by South Korea’s National Assembly, shows military aircraft landing and soldiers breaking into the building after President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on Tuesday, December 3.Military forces were deployed to the National Assembly building after the declaration. Soldiers attempted to enter the parliament building.“President Yoon Seok-yeol declared martial law at 22:23 on December 3, and police closed the outer gates of the National Assembly starting at 22:50, preventing lawmakers and staff from entering”, the National Assembly said in the description accompanying this post.“The Ministry of National Defense sent approximately 230 armed martial law troops into the National Assembly complex via helicopters 24 times from 23:48 on December 3 to 1:18 on December 4. In addition, at 00:40, approximately 50 additional martial law troops were sent over the outer wall of the National Assembly.”The footage also shows soldiers attempting to enter the National Assembly building through the main and the rear entrance, resorting to “physical force” to storm the building.“The National Assembly did its best to block their illegal intrusion,” the post continued, “…and passed a resolution demanding the lifting of martial law at the plenary session at 1:00 am on December 4.”By 2:03 am, the soldiers had all withdrawn from the National Assembly. President Yoon lifted his declaration of martial law on Wednesday.The country’s main opposition began impeachment proceedings against Yoon hours later, while the country’s cabinet offered their resignations. Credit: National Assembly of the Republic of Korea via Storyful

  • The boys stepping up to tackle violence against women

    An all-boys school is taking part in lessons aimed at tackling violence against women and girls.

  • Is Bournemouth v Tottenham on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch Premier League fixture

    Everything you need to know ahead of the clash at the Vitality Stadium

  • Alison Hammond on 22-year age gap with boyfriend David Putman: 'It’s like a jigsaw; we fit'

    Hammond also shared her inspiring health journey, turning her lifestyle around after a pre-diabetic diagnosis

  • Thursday briefing: What the martial law attempt means for South Korea’s future

    In today’s newsletter: Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration – and subsequent lifting – of martial law has sent South Korea into political chaos, and left their president facing impeachment

  • Clubs reported to watchdog for youth football deals

    The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has been asked to investigate how young players are registered with elite clubs and move between them.

  • Oxfordshire's Big Picture: Thursday's image of the county

    Showcasing the best images sent to us from around Oxfordshire.

  • 'Happy Holidays': Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lights Up

    The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree was lit in New York City on Wednesday, December 4, kicking off the holiday season for New Yorkers.The 70-year-old, 74-foot-high (23-meter-high) tree from Massachusetts, was decorated with over 50,000 multicolor lights and 3 million Swarovski crystals, according to NBC News.Footage from the NYPD shows the moment the Christmas tree was lit.The tree will be lit Sunday-Wednesday from 5 am to midnight, and Thursday-Saturday from 5 am to 1 am until mid-January, the Rockefeller Center announced. It will also be lit for 24 hours on Christmas Day, and from 5am to 9pm on New Year’s Eve. Credit: NYPD via Storyful

  • Creighton upsets No. 1 Kansas

    OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Pop Isaacs helped unranked Creighton upset No. 1 Kansas 76-63 on Wednesday night, scoring a season-high 27 points and matching his career high with six 3-pointers.

  • Analysis-China automakers pivot to hybrids for Europe to counter EV tariffs

    Automakers in China are ramping up exports of hybrid vehicles to Europe and planning more models for the key market, exposing the limits of the European Union's electric vehicle tariff scheme. The bloc's latest EV tariffs to protect its auto industry from a flood of cheap Chinese imports do not apply to hybrid cars. Some manufacturers are also shifting production and assembly to Europe to lower the cost around tariffs.

  • Step forward in plans to build new reservoir

    Plans for a reservoir that would supply 250,000 homes are scrutinised in a new report.

  • Japan's famous sake joins UNESCO's cultural heritage list, a boost to brewers and enthusiasts

    LUQUE, Paraguay (AP) — Sake is perhaps more Japanese than the world-famous sushi. It's brewed in centuries-old mountaintop warehouses, savored in the country’s pub-like izakayas, poured during weddings and served slightly chilled for special toasts.

  • Who can Chelsea face in 2025 Club World Cup draw? Potential group stage opponents

    The Blues look set for a kind draw for the expanded summer tournament

  • ‘World at dawn of third nuclear age’, armed forces chief warns

    Admiral Sir Tony Radakin cast doubt on the possibility of a Russian attack after a defence minister warned the Army could be wiped out in six months.

  • Woman's solo Atlantic row reaches 1,000-mile mark

    Zara Lachlan is nearly a third of the way through her challenge, despite facing tough conditions.

  • Under-fire Real Madrid star ‘takes FULL responsibility’ for Athletic Club defeat

    Kylian Mbappe is currently going through a challenging period at Real Madrid. The French superstar, who arrived at the club with immense expectations, has found himself under scrutiny after missing ye...

  • Parkinson’s patient died after 52-hour A&E wait meant he didn’t get vital medication

    A Parkinson’s patient died after a 52-hour A&E wait meant he did not receive vital medication, an investigation has found.

  • Renationalisation plans spark mixed reactions

    Commuters in Chelmsford and Cambridge share hopes for lower fares and more reliable services.