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The Geminid meteor shower, known for its bright and colorful meteors, peaked on December 14-15, 2024. Despite expectations of up to 150 meteors per hour, visibility was hindered by a nearly full moon, reducing the count to about 15 meteors per hour. Viewing opportunities continue until December 21.
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The fundraising target of £6.8 million for the Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease in Leeds has been reached, thanks to efforts led by Kevin Sinfield. The centre, dedicated to the late rugby player Rob Burrow, is set to open in summer 2025, providing comprehensive care for MND patients.
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Donna Nelson, a 58-year-old Australian woman, has been sentenced to six years in prison by a Japanese court for smuggling methamphetamine. Despite her claims of being a victim of an online romance scam, the court found her guilty of violating drug laws after 2kg of the drug was discovered in her luggage.
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Rohan Dennis, a former Olympic cyclist, pleaded guilty to an aggravated charge of creating a risk of harm following the death of his wife, fellow Olympian Melissa Hoskins, in December 2023. Dennis will be sentenced on January 24, 2024, and faces a maximum of seven years in prison.
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The Chinese player led from start against compatriot Wu Yize to become only the ninth player from China to win a ranking tournament.