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Did Not Run Away From Trials; Good To See Youngsters Fighting For Their Rights: Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia

Facing the wrestling fraternity's wrath for accepting exemption from the Asian Games trials, Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia on Monday said they are hurt that young wrestlers dragged them to the court but are at the same time delighted to see the junior grapplers starting to fight for their rights. The IOA ad-hoc panel conducted trials in all 18 categories for the Hangzhou Games but decided to give direct entries to Bajrang (65kg) and Vinesh (53kg), triggering angry reactions from many in the wrestling fraternity. Junior wresters Antim Panghal and Sujeet Kalkal approached the Delhi High Court, appealing that the exemption be set aside but their petition was dismissed.

Greater Manchester's oldest family-run bakery goes up for sale after 159 years

It's survived two World Wars, the Covid-19 pandemic and skyrocketing energy bills since its establishment in 1864, but now the owners of Robinson's bakery in Failsworth have confirmed the time has come to put the shop up for sale.

Manchester councillor's anger over fake Instagram account sending vile messages in his name

A senior Manchester councillor has spoken out after a fake social media account was set up using his name and image.

Chinese coach apologises for 'irrational behaviour' after slapping referee

BEIJING : A Chinese football coach has apologised for behaving "irrationally" after slapping a referee during a second-tier match on Sunday, his team Liaoning Shenyang said.

Solar panels on water canals seem like a no-brainer. So why aren't they widespread?

Back in 2015, California's dry earth was crunching under a fourth year of drought.

Corfu and Evia launch evacuations after thousands flee devastating wildfires on Rhodes

Corfu and Evia have become the latest Greek islands to order evacuations, as "nightmare" wildfires sweep through the country.

Stacey Solomon breaks social media silence after emotional message flooded with support

Stacey Solomon has broken a period of unusual social media silence after her last emotional message was flooded with support. Just like many other mums and dads up and down the country, the Loose Women star faced her son leaving primary school ahead of his next big step in September.

Barrister disbarred after allegations of sexual harassment

A barrister has been disbarred by an independent disciplinary tribunal after 'findings of professional misconduct', the Bar Standards Board has said.

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Did Not Run Away From Trials; Good To See Youngsters Fighting For Their Rights: Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia

Greater Manchester's oldest family-run bakery goes up for sale after 159 years

Manchester councillor's anger over fake Instagram account sending vile messages in his name

Chinese coach apologises for 'irrational behaviour' after slapping referee

Solar panels on water canals seem like a no-brainer. So why aren't they widespread?

Corfu and Evia launch evacuations after thousands flee devastating wildfires on Rhodes

Stacey Solomon breaks social media silence after emotional message flooded with support

Barrister disbarred after allegations of sexual harassment