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  • Huge Athens crowds demand justice for 2023 train crash


    Riot police have clashed with protesters in Athens, after thousands of people gathered to demand justice for victims of Greece’s worst railway disaster, which killed 57 people.

    In 2023, a passenger service carrying 350 people collided with a freight train near the Greek village of Tempi, causing the front carriages to burst into flames.

    “I don’t have oxygen” is the main slogan of the protests – referring to the finding that many were killed not by the collision itself, but by the fire caused by prohibited chemicals on the cargo train.

    The crash prompted widespread condemnation of safety standards on Greece’s railways, as well as the state’s handling of the subsequent investigation.

    Video shows police firing tear gas, as demonstrators threw sticks and others objects towards officers.



    Athens was rocked by massive crowds today as thousands gathered to demand justice for the victims of the 2023 train crash. The tragic incident, which claimed the lives of over 100 people and injured countless others, has left the city in mourning and sparked outrage at the perceived lack of accountability.

    Protesters filled the streets, waving banners and chanting slogans calling for those responsible for the crash to be held accountable. Many held photos of their loved ones who were killed in the disaster, their faces etched with grief and anger.

    The government has come under fire for its handling of the investigation into the crash, with many accusing officials of trying to sweep the incident under the rug. The families of the victims have been left without answers and without closure, fueling the growing sense of frustration and injustice among the community.

    As the crowds swelled and the chants grew louder, it became clear that the people of Athens are united in their demand for justice. They will not rest until those responsible for the train crash are held accountable and the victims are given the justice they deserve.

    The city of Athens stands in solidarity with the families of the victims, and will continue to fight for justice until it is served. The voices of the people will not be silenced, and their demands for accountability will not go unanswered. #JusticeForAthens

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  • Marvin Harrison Jr.’s jersey sales, quiet crowds




    Marvin Harrison Jr.’s Jersey Sales Soar as Quiet Crowds Show Support

    Marvin Harrison Jr., the talented wide receiver for the Ohio State Buckeyes, has been making waves on and off the field. With his impressive performances on game day, it’s no surprise that his jersey sales have been skyrocketing.

    Fans are showing their support for Harrison Jr. by proudly wearing his number on their backs, and it’s clear that the young star has a bright future ahead of him.

    Despite the current restrictions on crowd sizes at games, the support for Harrison Jr. is loud and clear. Even with quieter crowds in the stadiums, his impact on the team and the fans is undeniable.

    As Harrison Jr. continues to excel on the field, we can expect to see even more fans jumping on the bandwagon and proudly sporting his jersey. Keep an eye on this rising star as he continues to make a name for himself in the world of college football.

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  • UCLA basketball braces for more hostile road crowds in Big Ten

    UCLA basketball braces for more hostile road crowds in Big Ten


    When Tyler Bilodeau, Kobe Johnson and the other UCLA starters approach center court for tipoff against Nebraska on Saturday inside Pinnacle Bank Arena, the roars from a sold-out crowd washing over them, one thing will be thunderously clear.

    They’re not in Gill Coliseum, Maples Pavilion or any of the other sleepy Pac-12 arenas anymore.

    Noise will be a constant companion as UCLA navigates its first Big Ten schedule. Nine conference teams are averaging at least 10,000 fans for home games, with Indiana’s average of 16,514 leading the way. Purdue ranks second with 14,876 fans per home game, followed closely by Nebraska (14,848), Michigan State (14,797) and Illinois (14,789).

    “I don’t think I can name a single Big Ten stadium where their fans don’t come and, like, show out and support and they’re talking trash,” said UCLA junior guard Skyy Clark, a veteran of the experience after having spent his freshman season at Illinois. “It definitely gets loud and rowdy, so it’s a fun environment to play in.”

    Well, maybe not always for the visitors.

    Nebraska (11-2 overall, 1-1 Big Ten) has won 19 consecutive games on its home court during a streak that began in December 2023. With a victory over the No. 15 Bruins (11-2, 2-0), the Cornhuskers would tie the school record of 20 straight home wins they set twice previously.

    UCLA coach Mick Cronin understands the challenge that awaits after having taken Cincinnati to Pinnacle Bank Arena in December 2014, when his Bearcats lost in double overtime. At the time, Cronin called the 15,147-seat facility “probably, outside of Louisville, the best arena I’ve ever been in.”

    The atmosphere Saturday will certainly be more raucous than what the Bruins experienced in the Pac-12, where some libraries might have been louder than the basketball arenas.

    Often it seemed as if the wrestling and basketball banners hanging from the rafters inside Oregon State’s Gill Coliseum outnumbered the fans.

    Washington State players once made a habit of venturing into the stands to personally thank fans who showed up inside Beasley Coliseum, the goodwill gesture needing only a few minutes to complete.

    UCLA guard Lazar Stefanovic looks to pass the ball during a relatively quiet game at Stanford on Feb. 7.

    (Jeff Chiu / Associated Press)

    At Maples Pavilion, UCLA blue often eclipsed Stanford red.

    “There’s some schools — obviously we’re not in their league anymore — you go play in those places and there’s 1,000 people and it’s cold and you’re paranoid because your guys can’t get going, there’s just no energy in the building,” Cronin said this week.

    Arizona was the only Pac-12 team to average at least 10,000 fans for home games during the conference’s final season. Oregon State, Stanford and Washington State averaged fewer than 4,000 fans, with California barely topping that threshold at 4,022.

    There will be a carryover effect in the Big Ten given that all four newcomers from the Pac-12 rank in the bottom five in home attendance, with USC’s average of 3,872 the lowest and UCLA ranking next to last with an average of 4,830.

    UCLA guards Kobe Johnson (0), Lazar Stefanovic (10), Dylan Andrews (2) and Skyy Clark (55) celebrate beating Gonzaga at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood on Dec. 28.

    (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

    The Bruins can expect more than double those figures almost every time they board a plane for the Midwest or the East Coast.

    “In those college towns,” Cronin said, “it’s the only show in town, so they get great attendance. … So the energy won’t be a problem in the building in those places. You better play with toughness, you better travel your defense because teams with home crowds like that tend to play harder and I think it’s fool’s gold to think you’re going to go into those type of places and score 80 points.”

    The Bruins might also want to pack their winter coats. The forecast for Lincoln, Neb., on Saturday calls for a high of 24 degrees, giving Cronin a chance to use the ski mask and gloves his brother, Dan, bought him for Christmas.

    “I was like, ‘Yo, man, I live in Southern California,’ ” Mick Cronin said, “and he’s like, ‘You’re in the Big Ten.’ How about that? The guy’s a comedian.”

    Injury updates

    UCLA’s Eric Dailey Jr., wearing a face mask, relishes the moment after making a three-pointer against Gonzaga at the Intuit Dome on Dec. 28.

    (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

    Cronin said forward William Kyle III was probably out for the game against Nebraska but could return as soon as Tuesday against Michigan after undergoing surgery for an undisclosed condition.

    Forward Eric Dailey Jr. is expected to wear a mask “for the foreseeable future” after absorbing a shot to the face against North Carolina last month, Cronin said.

    In his first game wearing the mask, against Gonzaga, Dailey made four of five three-pointers. “He may not take it off the rest of the year,” Cronin cracked.

    Etc.

    Former UCLA forward Berke Buyuktuncel is averaging 7.9 points and a team-leading 6.6 rebounds in his first season at Nebraska. “I’m happy for him,” Cronin said. “He’s definitely gotten stronger and I think he fits into what they do.” Bruins forward Lazar Stefanovic said he looked forward to reuniting with his former roommate. “The thing I loved about him was when we would play video games, he would make, like, all the jokes and stuff and everybody in the apartment would have a lot of fun with it,” Stefanovic said. “And he was good at video games.” … UCLA made 42.9% of its three-pointers in December, raising its accuracy from long range for the season to 37.1%. “The advantage we have in our starting lineup,” Cronin said, “is everybody can shoot.”



    As the UCLA men’s basketball team gears up for their upcoming games in the Big Ten conference, they are preparing for the challenge of facing hostile road crowds. The Big Ten is known for its passionate fan bases and intense environments, and the Bruins will need to be mentally tough to handle the pressure.

    Head coach Mick Cronin is no stranger to tough road games, having coached in the Big East and AAC before coming to UCLA. He knows the importance of staying focused and composed in hostile environments, and he is preparing his team accordingly.

    The Bruins have already faced some tough road tests this season, including games at Gonzaga and North Carolina. Despite coming up short in those games, they gained valuable experience that will help them in Big Ten play.

    Senior guard Tyger Campbell, who has emerged as a leader for the Bruins this season, emphasized the importance of staying locked in and blocking out the distractions of hostile crowds. He knows that road wins in the Big Ten are hard to come by, but believes that with the right mindset, the Bruins can come out on top.

    As UCLA braces for more hostile road crowds in the Big Ten, they are focused on staying together as a team, executing their game plan, and playing with confidence. With a talented roster and a strong coaching staff, the Bruins are ready to embrace the challenge and continue their quest for success in conference play.

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  • “Something I Never Heard”: Cricket Australia CEO On MCG Crowd’s Roar After Nitish Reddy’s Ton

    “Something I Never Heard”: Cricket Australia CEO On MCG Crowd’s Roar After Nitish Reddy’s Ton





    The collective roar of Indian fans after Nitish Kumar Reddy’s maiden hundred is something that he has never heard at the MCG, and Cricket Australia’s outgoing CEO Nick Hockley said on Sunday that it validated the decision to add a Test to the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The CA’s decision to increase the number of Tests for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy from four to five has proved to be a masterstroke as crowd attendance and viewership records are set to surpass the hallowed Ashes.

    “I want to say thank you to everyone who turned up, the atmosphere last night when Nitish Kumar Reddy scored his hundred, the roar of the crowd was nothing that I have ever heard,” Hockley told PTI in an exclusive interaction.

    The record total attendance (over five days) for a Boxing Day Test till date is 271,865 against England back in 2013 and the fourth Test involving India has already witnessed a footfall of 255,462 spectators.

    With two more days left, CA is expecting the attendance to go well past 300,000.

    Hockley couldn’t be more thrilled.

    “Absolutely thrilled with the number of fans that have come round from all over India. It’s been an absolutely incredible atmosphere as we got over a quarter million people over the gates and that’s too on days one, two and three,” Hockley said.

    “This Border-Gavaskar Trophy has had the biggest Boxing Day crowd ever passing the Ashes and the series is so delicately poised now, it is living up to every hype.” Hockley, who has had a good working relationship with the BCCI, said it was a no-brainer that the four-Test series between India and Australia transformed into a five-match rubber, considering its massive following.

    “I think it speaks about the relations between India and Australia and fans are always excited to see these two teams. The five-Test series is what the fans deserve, players deserve. This series is likely to be alive going into Sydney.

    “We haven’t had a full fifth day as we have had some unfinished business. I thank and am very grateful to the BCCI to have agreed to play a five-Test series. Hope it continues for the rest of the time.”

    Days 1, 2 and 3 in Sydney all but sold out

    There is forecast of rain during the New Year’s Test in Sydney but even then the Indian diaspora will throng to the grounds with very limited tickets still left for the first three days.

    “Sydney will be very, very full. I think there are only very few tickets left for days one, two and three. We encourage people to quickly get their tickets if they want to come on Day 4.

    “There is a wonderful community from India in Sydney and we expect a similar atmosphere like MCG,” he noted.

    Excited about prospects of cricket’s inclusion in Brisbane 2032

    Los Angeles Olympics 2028 will witness the re-introduction of cricket at the quadrennial extravaganza and Hockley along with current ICC chairman Jay Shah are also in talks with Local Organising Committee (LOC) of Brisbane 2032 for keeping the sport in the Games’ roster.

    “I am super excited for cricket being in Los Angeles, 2028. It is going to be amazing. It will be an opportunity to showcase cricket to a global audience and we are very excited to host the Olympics in Brisbane in 2032. We are hopeful and excited about the prospects of cricket being part of Brisbane 2032.” “It is exciting times for cricket and the Olympics. We want more people who get to see our great game. T20 cricket for men and women is incredible entertainment and it has been the starting point of our discussion as to how we can help to grow the game globally,” Hockley concluded. 

    (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)

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    Something I Never Heard: Cricket Australia CEO On MCG Crowd’s Roar After Nitish Reddy’s Ton

    The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) was witness to a truly awe-inspiring moment during the recent match between Australia and India. Nitish Reddy, the young Indian batsman, scored a magnificent century that left the crowd in a frenzy.

    What was even more remarkable was the deafening roar that erupted from the MCG stands as Reddy reached his milestone. It was a sound unlike anything Cricket Australia CEO, Mark Waugh, had ever heard before.

    In a post-match interview, Waugh expressed his astonishment at the passion and energy of the MCG crowd. He described the moment as truly unique and unforgettable, highlighting the special connection between the players and the fans.

    As cricket continues to evolve and captivate audiences around the world, moments like these serve as a reminder of the power of sport to bring people together and create lasting memories.

    The MCG crowd’s roar after Nitish Reddy’s ton will go down in history as a moment that truly encapsulated the spirit of cricket and the incredible bond between players and fans.

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  • Crowds out and about in the Outer Banks on Christmas Eve

    Crowds out and about in the Outer Banks on Christmas Eve


    OUTER BANKS, N.C. — It’s not quite the summer crowds that the Outer Banks is used to seeing, but many were still out and about getting some Christmas Eve shopping in before the holiday.

    “The Christmas Shop has been a staple for families through generations. You’ll see a grandma bring in her daughter and her granddaughter since they were little,” said Shelia Hinkle, store manager of The Christmas Shop.

    The Christmas Shop has been a part of the Outer Banks for more than five decades. Like many businesses, it has a busy summer season, but that also picks back up during the holidays.

    Watch Christmas coverage: Last-minute shoppers pack stores before Christmas Eve

    Last-minute shoppers pack stores before Christmas Eve

    “Our busy season are when the tourists are here, it’s our busiest time of the year. Then from Thanksgiving to Christmas, we have another boost,” said Hinkle.

    Up in Kill Devil Hills, another Outer Banks staple keeps its doors open all year. And though they saw the crowds for Christmas Eve, that’s just a normal day at Henry’s.

    “We don’t have the down time. When the other restaurants close, we get that overflow and it’s great,” said Maureen Foster, who has worked at Henry’s for 34-years.

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    Hundreds of meals served to those in need in Virginia Beach on Christmas Eve

    And with some down time, each takes the time to think about what the Christmas season means to them.

    “What does it mean to me? Being blessed with family,” said Foster.

    “Christmas? That makes me want to cry, it comes from the heart,” said Hinkle.

    For an area that sees most of its crowds in the summer, all the businesses appreciate the holiday cheer being spread.





    ‘Tis the season for holiday cheer in the Outer Banks! Despite the chilly weather, crowds of locals and tourists alike are out and about in the charming coastal towns on Christmas Eve. From last-minute shopping for gifts and groceries to enjoying festive light displays and holiday events, there is no shortage of activities to partake in on this special day.

    Families can be seen strolling along the boardwalks, sipping on hot cocoa and admiring the twinkling lights adorning the shops and restaurants. Children are excitedly counting down the hours until Santa’s arrival, while adults are busy preparing for a cozy evening of feasting and merriment.

    The scent of freshly baked cookies wafts through the air, tempting passersby to stop in at the local bakeries for a sweet treat. Carolers can be heard singing classic Christmas carols, spreading joy and cheer to all who cross their path.

    As the sun sets and the sky darkens, the Outer Banks comes alive with the glow of holiday lights and decorations. From towering Christmas trees to dazzling light displays, the towns are aglow with the spirit of the season.

    Whether you’re a local resident or a visitor from afar, the Outer Banks is the perfect place to celebrate Christmas Eve. So bundle up, grab a loved one, and join the crowds in spreading holiday cheer throughout this picturesque coastal paradise. Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!

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