Monday, 23 December 2024

Watch: Abseiling Santa descends from Guatemala bridge to deliver toys

A firefighter dressed as Santa abseils down a bridge in Guatemala City to give gifts to children.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/ce3lwerqnv1o

Cross back as England name Women's Ashes squad

Fast bowler Kate Cross has recovered from an injury to be named in the England squad for the Women's Ashes starting in Australia next month.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/cricket/articles/c4gleywzv9ro

Sunday, 22 December 2024

Grief and anger in Magdeburg after Christmas market attack

Outside the market hit by a speeding car, Germans complain about security and their politicians.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp319jx719po

Usyk cements legacy with points win over Fury

Oleksandr Usyk beats Tyson Fury to retain his unified heavyweight world titles and prove his status as a generational great with another close points win in their rematch in Saudi Arabia.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/boxing/videos/cgj6n29zep5o

England recall Root for ODIs but Stokes left out

England recall Joe Root, who tops the men's Test batting rankings, to their one-day international squad for the tour of India and the 2025 Champions Trophy.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/cricket/articles/c5yd9dn3rxro

Saturday, 21 December 2024

Skiing great Vonn impresses on World Cup return

Lindsey Vonn marks her World Cup return after more than five years away from the sport with an impressive 14th place in the Super G at St Moritz.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/articles/c4gzpq9kqe5o

How a tiny village grew into a huge luxury destination

From sticky toffee pudding to three Michelin-starred dining, a Lake District hamlet turns hotspot.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg9vx0r91mo