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Toronto Sun
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Toronto Sun
WARMINGTON: York Centre MP pleas for Walk With Israel attendees to be kept safe
Turning a blind eye to anti-Israel protesters is going to lead to someone being hurt or killed in the city Get the latest from Joe Warmington straight to your inbox As many as 50,000 people took to the streets of North York (seen in this file photo) last year for United Jewish Appeal's annual Walk With Israel event and the crowd is expected to be just as big for the UJA's 56th annual march on Sunday, May 25, 2025. Photo by Arlyn McAdorey / THE CANADIAN PRESS 'Enough is enough!' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. 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Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Those were among the many strong words newly-elected Conservative MP Roman Baber used to describe the ongoing scourge of threats and violence against Jews in Toronto. And the York Centre MP called out Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw and Mayor Olivia Chow in an emotional video appeal he posted to his X account on Saturday. Calling a planned counter protest – dubbed Walk Against Israel – against Sunday's 56th annual United Jewish Appeal's Walk With Israel concerning, Baber urged Demkiw and Chow to ensure the laws are strictly enforced. 'I love Toronto Police,' Baber wrote on X. 'But its Leadership has largely turned a blind eye to the hate crimes that terrorize Toronto's Jewish Community.' 'Mayor Olivia Chow and Chief Demkiw must fix this before someone is killed!' he pleaded. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Conservative MP Roman Baber, who represents York Centre, took to social media on Saturday to urge Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw and Mayor Olivia Chow to ensure laws are enforced during the 56th annual UJA's Walk With Israel on Sunday, May 25, 2025. @Roman_Baber (screengrab) This is something many are worried about in the wake of Wednesday's despicable slaying of two Israeli embassy workers in Washington, D.C. In a video posted to social media on Friday, Toronto Police Deputy Chief Lauren Pogue indicted there will be a major police presence at the UJA's Walk With Israel event on Sunday. She also said there will be designated protest zones and that charges will be laid against anyone espousing hate speech or committing criminal acts. But with taunting happening from the pro-Hamas protesters online – including claims that a plane load of those involved in last November's pogrom in Amsterdam has arrived in Toronto – people fear for the worst. Baber, speaking from his constituency office, said many Jewish families have expressed they are scared about attending this event. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. City Councillor James Pasternak has reviewed the police plan and feels people will be safe, but he does reiterate that the protesters have repeatedly shown they don't respect the rules, which creates an expensive security problem. Read More Neither Chief Demkiw nor Mayor Chow have commented so far on Baber's video. But one thing they could do is make the area is a no-gone zone for protesters and deem the square at City Hall as the approved demonstration zone to protect families from confrontations during Sunday's march in North York. Protesters have a right to protest, but as Baber correctly points out, synagogues have been vandalized, Jewish schools have been shot up and people sitting on restaurant patios have been tormented by smoke grenades since the slaughter committed by Hamas in Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. Baber also asked how much is enough and how much is too much? And when is turning a blind eye to all of this going to lead to someone being hurt or killed in the city? jwarmington@ @joe_warmington Other Sports Ontario Canada Editorial Cartoons Sunshine Girls
Wales Online
10-05-2025
- Sport
- Wales Online
Welsh rugby coach lands head coach job at big-spending French club
Welsh rugby coach lands head coach job at big-spending French club The former Cardiff coach has his sights on turning around the French club who have big financial backing Former Fiji sevens coach, Gareth Baber Welsh coach Gareth Baber has been named as the new head coach of French second-tier side Nice. The 52-year-old will leave his current role as Director of Rugby Systems at Cardiff Metropolitan University to join the ambitious French club - who are currently bottom of the Pro D2 - at the end of June. Baber previously led Fiji to gold at the Tokyo Olympics and silver at last year's games in Paris, while he has also held coaching roles at Cardiff and Edinburgh. He had been linked with the Nice job in recent days but the move has now been confirmed, with the Cardiff-born coach relishing the "fantastic opportunity" that awaits him in France. Despite Nice's recent struggles, the club has big financial backing and plans to make a number of big name signings, with Taulupe Faletau among their targets. They have already recruited stars like Fiji skipper Waisea Nayacalevu, former Wales fly-half Owen Williams and ex-Springbok No.8 Uzair Cassiem. Article continues below 'I'm incredibly grateful for my time at Cardiff Met," he said as his exit was made official. "It's been a role that's really pushed me to reflect on how to build high-performing teams and create the kind of environment where people can truly thrive, and that's something I'll take with me into this next chapter. I've built relationships here that I'll always value. "Nice Rugby is an ambitious and exciting project, and I'm looking forward to playing a part in shaping its future. It's a fantastic opportunity to put my vision into practice in a professional environment, and I'm proud to take this next step.' On what he is leaving behind, he added: 'Cardiff Met Rugby is in a strong position. With over 500 student players involved and performance teams competing at the highest levels, we've created an environment that supports excellence on and off the field. Article continues below "That legacy is something I'm really proud of. We continue to plan for next season and beyond. I'm excited to see the continued growth and success of Cardiff Met rugby.'
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Baber to leave Cardiff Met for French side Nice
Gareth Baber will leave Cardiff Metropolitan University to become head coach of Nice, the Welsh side announced. Cardiff-born Baber, 52, led Fiji to gold at the Tokyo Olympics and silver at last year's showpiece in Paris - losing 28-7 to hosts France in the final. He is now set to take up a role with the ambitious French side - who are currently bottom of the Pro D2, the second tier of rugby in the country. Baber said: "With over 500 student players involved and performance teams competing at the highest levels at Cardiff Met Rugby, we've created an environment that supports excellence on and off the field. That legacy is something I'm really proud of. "@stadenicois is an ambitious and exciting project, and I'm looking forward to playing a part in shaping its future. "It's a fantastic opportunity to put my vision into practice in a professional environment, and I'm proud to take this next step." Regions in jeopardy unless WRU deal is signed Davies, Cuthbert and Hibbard on Wales' Lions woes Evans 'disappointed' at Wales' Lions quota Former scrum-half Baber had spells with clubs including Pontypridd and Dragons during his playing career. Prior to taking up the role with Welsh Rugby Union Premiership side Met, he worked as assistant attack and skills coach at United Rugby Championship outfit Edinburgh having previously coached at Cardiff. Cardiff Met said: "It's been a privilege to have Gareth as part of the Cardiff Metropolitan University family, and we're thrilled to see him embrace this exciting new adventure with Nice Rugby."
Wales Online
03-05-2025
- Sport
- Wales Online
Tonight's rugby news as Welsh coach set to take French club job and famous Welsh team concede 100
Tonight's rugby news as Welsh coach set to take French club job and famous Welsh team concede 100 The latest rugby news from Wales and beyond. Gareth Baber reportedly has a new club. (Image: © Huw Evans Picture Agency ) Your rugby evening headlines on Saturday, May 3. Welsh coach gets new gig Welsh rugby coach Gareth Baber has reportedly agreed to join Stade Nicois ahead of the new season, according to L'Equipe. The former Fiji Sevens coach previously played for Bristol and Dragons before moving into coaching, and will now aim to guide Nicois to promotion. He'll be supported by backs coach Barry Maddocks and forwards coach Emiliano Bergamaschi. Current Ospreys and Wales fly-half Owen Williams is also joining, along with former Scarlets and current Bayonne number eight Uzair Cassiem. Baber led the Fiji Sevens side to glory at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, which was followed by a short stint working with United Rugby Championship side Edinburgh Rugby. Baber also previously worked at Cardiff Metropolitan University as Director of Rugby Systems. Sign up to Inside Welsh rugby on Substack to get exclusive news stories and insight from behind the scenes in Welsh rugby. Gareth Anscombe enters talks with new club Wales international Gareth Anscombe has entered talks with Bayonne ahead of next season, according to RugbyPass. Article continues below The 33-year-old fly-half is leaving Gloucester at the end of the current campaign and had been linked with moves to Leicester Tigers and Provence Rugby, with the latter being where ex-team-mate George North plays. Gloucester have signed Ireland international and Leinster fly-half Ross Byrne ahead of the new season, and he'll be partnering up with Tomos Williams in the half-backs in 2025/2026. Bayonne are favourites to sign Anscombe due to the fact veteran Camille Lopez is hanging up his boots at the end of the season. Currently on the books at the French club are former England star Manu Tuilagi and ex-Scarlets man Cassiem. Nigel Owens makes return Nigel Owens made his return to refereeing on Saturday afternoon. The legendary official picked up the whistle again as Lampeter RFC took on London Welsh in a 150th anniversary match. Writing on social media ahead of the game, the Welshman said: "BREAKING NEWS: I'm back. After 4 years I am picking up the whistle again tomorrow for a special 150 years anniversary celebrating Lampeter RFC in their match versus London Welsh. Hope the legs will last the 80 mins." It was a glorious day at Lampeter RFC's North Road fields with spectators lining the touchline. Owens and the players were welcomed onto the field by youth players as supporters clapped and took pictures of the famous referee. The final score was 60-24 to Welsh, who played the second half with a side comprised of second and third-string players. The club described it as a "great day for all to celebrate" and it was "great having Nigel back from retirement for it as well." The last time Owens refereed a match was France v Italy in the autumn internationals five years ago, which was also his 100th Test as a referee. Since putting down the whistle, Owens has worked as a mentor for new WRU referees, as well as a World Rugby expert. He spends much of his time on his farm out in west Wales. Neath hammered 105-0 by Merthyr Neath were put to the sword by champions Merthyr on Saturday afternoon, finishing 105-0. It was the last game of the WRU Premiership season for the two teams, and was a jaw-dropping 66-0 at half-time. Merthyr ran in their tries with ease at The Wern and didn't take their foot off the gas in the second half. A total of 16 tries were scored by Merthyr, with one of those a penalty try. Neath went into the game in third place, but suffered the full wrath of the leaders. Article continues below The newly-crowned champions' performance paid testament to the fact they've lost only two games all season. They clinched the title with a 48-24 victory over Brecon recently, with Pontypridd's defeat to Ystrad Rhondda contributing to their glory.
BBC News
14-03-2025
- BBC News
Eccleston House fire: Man guilty of Bristol tower block arson
A man has been found guilty of deliberately starting a fire inside the stairwell of a Bristol tower block, injuring Baber set a sofa on fire at Eccleston House, in Aiken Street, in the early hours of 20 October 37-year-old, who lived in the same complex, denied being involved but a jury at Bristol Crown Court found him guilty of arson which recklessly endangered life on people required hospital treatment due to the blaze, which caused more than £450,000 of damage. The fire was started just after 06:00 GMT, with footage from CCTV and doorbell cameras showing Baber moving around the building at that were forced to evacuate through another staircase. While multiple people were treated for smoke inhalation, no one was seriously injured. Senior Investigating Officer, Det Ch Insp Laura Miller said there could have been a "much worse outcome", describing Baber's actions as "hugely dangerous".Baber claimed he was in his flat when the fire started, but this was disproved in court by a reconstruction of what he said had happened."The fire understandably caused residents a lot of alarm and Baber has refused at any stage to take accountability for his reckless actions," Det Ch Insp Miller has been remanded into custody ahead of his sentencing at the same court on 24 March. Officer in the case, Det Con Michael Tarling, added that it "would be wrong not to draw attention to the community response to this incident", describing how Bristol City Council had helped set up rest centres at Tawfiq Masjid and Centre and St Patrick's Catholic Church. "The support and engagement of the local community during our investigation has been instrumental in achieving this conviction, and we want to publicly recognise that because we are hugely grateful," he said.
