After a tumultuous and reflective year for the Royal family, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis are set to return to school as normal following their Christmas break. While the children's next move after Lambrook School is still under wraps, former BBC Royal Correspondent Jennie Bond predicts that 11-year-old George may be heading to Wellington College, with the possibility of his younger siblings joining him in the future. The decision to keep the siblings together during their early school years has proved to be a wise one, providing comfort and protection during a difficult time for the family.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-day visit to Kuwait - the first in 43 years by an Indian PM - to strengthen the long-standing and close relations between the two countries. This visit highlights the importance that India places on its ties with Gulf nations, with PM Modi giving "special emphasis" to deepen these relations. The visit will include meetings with the Emir and Crown Prince of Kuwait, as well as interactions with the Indian community and a special guest appearance at the opening ceremony of the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup.
Prince Narula and Yuvika Chaudhary, who fell in love on Bigg Boss 9, have been facing trouble in their married life. Yuvika reportedly skipped Prince’s birthday bash, which sparked speculations about their relationship. Adding fuel to the fire, Yuvika shared a cryptic post about loyalty on her Instagram stories. Meanwhile, Prince has revealed that his daughter Ekleen is his top priority and thanked his in-laws for the happiness they have brought into his life.
The 2024-25 Roshn Saudi League heats up as Al Qadsiah and Al Khaleej, two top-four teams, face off on Friday. Nassr, determined to bounce back from their previous loss, will take on Al Wehda with a former manager returning to lead the team to a turnaround. The highly anticipated matches will take place at the Prince Mohammed Bin Fahd Stadium in Dammam, with a kickoff at 17:25.
King Harald and Queen Sonja of Norway will not be attending this year's Nobel Peace Prize Banquet, marking the king's first absence since 2003. The Norwegian monarch and his wife were expected to attend the ceremony, but due to unforeseen circumstances, they will be absent. However, Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit will still be in attendance. This is only the second time in the 21st century that King Harald has missed a royal event, with the previous time being due to a medical procedure for bladder cancer. This news is especially surprising as the Royal Family usually makes it a point to attend events held in their home country.
The first day of the Test match between South Africa and Sri Lanka was affected by rain, but it was Sri Lanka's bowlers who came out on top. Fast bowler Lahiru Kumara was the star of the day, taking two wickets in successive overs to put his team in a strong position. South Africa batting coach Ashwell Prince praised the Sri Lankan bowling attack, while their own bowling coach Darshana Gamage hailed Kumara's pace as his biggest asset. Sri Lanka's decision to bowl first paid off, with their bowlers exploiting the pitch and overcast conditions to put the team in a strong position.
In a thrilling match at the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium in Saudi Arabia, Al Nassr secured a 1-0 win over Al Riyadh thanks to a late goal by Sadio Mane. The win moves Al Nassr up to third place in the Saudi Pro League with 22 points, putting them within striking distance of first place. Despite the loss, Al Riyadh put up a valiant effort and remains in the top half of the table. Football fans across the country are buzzing with excitement after witnessing this intense clash between two top teams.
The joyous festival of Karwa Chauth brings extra-special news for lovebirds Prince Narula and Yuvika Chaudhary as they welcome their first child—a baby girl. The couple, who announced their pregnancy a few months back, have been eagerly awaiting this moment and have shared heartwarming updates with fans along the way, including a sweet baby shower. Yuvika, who conceived via IVF at the age of 41, gave birth to their daughter last evening with family by their side. This marks the newest chapter in the couple's love story, which began on the sets of Bigg Boss 9 in 2015.
In a stunning upset, Aston Villa defeated Bayern Munich 1-0 in the UEFA Champions League, repeating their famous 1982 victory over the German giants. Colombian striker Jhon Duran put the ball over Manuel Neuer's head in the 79th minute, securing Villa's second consecutive win in their first Champions League appearance in over four decades. Despite being underdogs, Unai Emery's side executed a perfect gameplan to stifle Bayern's high-scoring offense, with Prince William among the fans roaring the team on at Villa Park.
In a thrilling Champions League match at Villa Park, Aston Villa's winning goal from Jhon Duran secured a remarkable victory against the powerhouse Bayern Munich. This win marks another high point in the impressive reign of Villa's coach Unai Emery, who has brought his team back to Europe's elite competition after 42 years. Despite facing a more experienced and star-studded opponent, Emery's strategy proved to be the difference as his team executed perfectly on the transition. Witnessed by loyal fan Prince Charles, Aston Villa's triumph is a testament to the enduring thrill of defeating a football giant.