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Hong Kong appeals court to rule on jailed democracy campaigners

A Hong Kong appeals court will decide on Monday whether to overturn the convictions of a dozen democracy campaigners jailed for subversion during the city's largest trial under a Beijing-imposed national security law.

More than 200 political prisoners in Venezuela launch hunger strike

More than 200 Venezuelan political prisoners were on hunger strike Sunday to demand their release under a new amnesty law that excludes many of them.

Milan-Cortina hailed as 'new kind' of Winter Olympics at closing ceremony

International Olympic Committee president Kirsty Coventry lauded Milan-Cortina 2026 as a "new kind of Winter Games" as she declared them closed on Sunday.

Thunder strike from long range to halt Cavs' seven-game win streak

The Oklahoma City Thunder drilled 21 three-pointers in a 121-113 victory over Cleveland on Sunday that halted the Cavaliers' seven-game NBA winning streak.

Strasbourg snap Lyon winning run in Ligue 1

Strasbourg beat Lyon 3-1 to end the visitors' seven-match winning streak in Ligue 1 on Sunday, a result that dampens their outside shot at the title.

Top Mexican drug cartel leader killed

Mexico confirmed on Sunday that soldiers killed a powerful drug cartel leader who was one of the most wanted men here and in the United States.

'One Battle' triumphs at BAFTAs that honour British talent

Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" continued its awards season streak by winning the top prize at the BAFTAs on Sunday, with the British awards also recognising homegrown talent across categories.

New Nissan Leaf 2026 review

The name ‘Leaf’ stands like no other for the early breakthrough of electric mobility in everyday life. Now Nissan is bringing back the Leaf as a completely repositioned model – not as a classic compact car as before, but as an aerodynamically designed electric crossover in a family-friendly size. The central promise: long range, modern assistance and infotainment technology, and an entry-level price that currently stands out in the German market. At the same time, the equipment list shows that the aggressive price has not been achieved without compromises – especially in terms of charging and the winter suitability of the basic version.Pricing strategy: starting at £35,950 – and a clear focus on volumeNissan is focusing on a clear spread for the new Leaf (model year 2026): the entry-level price starts at £35,950 (recommended retail price, typically plus delivery). The variants are priced up to £48,000.Noteworthy: the smaller battery is only available in the basic version. Those who want more range and more comfort technology automatically end up with the larger battery and thus in a significantly higher price range. Although the Leaf is advertised at a ‘competitive price’, the configurations that are realistically in high demand (larger battery, more comfort) are in a price range where there is strong competition.

USA win men's Olympic ice hockey gold for first time since 1980

The United States won the men's Olympic ice hockey gold for the first time in 46 years by beating Canada 2-1 on Sunday.

Giroud penalty ends Lille's winless run in Ligue 1

Veteran striker Olivier Giroud's penalty gave Lille a 1-0 win at Angers on Sunday which put them fifth and snapped a six-match winless streak in Ligue 1.