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The cheeky exchange between Prince George and Princess Charlotte revealed - as young royals enjoy Christmas with their family at Sandringham The siblings shared a cheeky exchange during the walkabout in Sandringham READ MORE: Body language expert reveals Prince William continues to 'cherish and protect' Kate Middleton during Christmas Day appearance - as he 'ignites a smile' from his wife By ALICE WADE Published: 12:06 EST, 26 December 2024 | Updated: 12:07 EST, 26 December 2024 e-mail 1 View comments Royal fans were left overjoyed yesterday after the Prince and Princess of Wales stepped out for the royal festive walkabout with their three adorable children. Joining William and Kate on the annual morning stroll at Sandringham in Norfolk yesterday were their trio of cheeky children, Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte , nine, and six-year-old Prince Louis . They looked just the part, each sporting a piece of clothing in forest green tartan to match their immaculately dressed parents. But despite their smart and grownup looks - the three little ones could couldn't resist sharing a few playful moments during the walk. As well-wishers eagerly waited to greet the Waleses on their annual walk, some of the most eagle-eyed of supporters spotted Princess Charlotte sharing a tender moment with her eldest brother, Prince George in a clip captured on TikTok by @justinazuk . As they walked through crowds of well-wishers, each of the three children were offered handfuls of chocolates, teddy years and flowers. During one moment, piled high with presents from generous fans, Prince George turned around to grab the attention of his sister. Pointing towards the crowd, Prince George said: 'She's got chocolate for you.' Joining William and Kate as set off on the annual morning stroll at Sandringham in Norfolk, were their trio of cheeky children, Prince George, 11, (right) Princess Charlotte, (left) nine, and six-year-old Prince Louis @justinazuk Sandringham Christmas 🎁🎄🌲❤️ #royalfamily #princewilliam #princegeorge #princesscharlotte #princelouis #merrychristmas🎄 #2024🎄⛄❄ ♬ original sound - Justinazuk Their doting father, Prince William then leaned around to drape his arm around his first-born son, guiding him on the walk towards St Mary Magdalene Church - where the royals attended a Christmas Day service. And Princess Charlotte and Prince George weren't the only adorable royals to have stoked a heartwarming reaction from fans. Onlookers were delighted when the notoriously cheeky Prince Louis was spotted beaming as he accepted handfuls of Cadbury's chocolate and teddy bears from well-wishers. In a sweet video yesterday, a very happy Louis had his hands full of gifts before another fan offered him a Father Christmas headband. The young prince accepted the headband, politely thanked the person who gifted it and returned to his father and siblings. Prince William, who was himself greeting well-wishers with enthusiasm, appeared amused by his youngest son's haul and said: 'You've got that as well'. The royal children looked just the part, each sporting a piece of clothing in forest green tartan to match their immaculately dressed parents But when the family started to move along the path, Louis appeared to struggle to keep hold of everything he had received. At that point, he returned to his father and sweetly asked: 'Papa, can you carry some?' George, who will start secondary school next year, was twinning with his father, Prince William in a navy coat and matching trousers, while his younger sister wore a dark green coat that was almost identical to Kate's Alexander McQueen number. Kate, meanwhile, stole the show as the future Queen exchanged warm hugs with royal fans, who appeared joyous at her return to Sandringham following what has been a particularly turbulent year for the Royals. The Waleses looked picture perfect as they arrived at Sandringham on Christmas morning, with Charlotte holding on to her father's hand. Prince George, walked confidently ahead of his siblings, while his younger brother Prince Louis refused to let go of Kate's hand. Fans had been queuing in Sandringham since Christmas Eve evening, with several people eager to wish Kate and the Royal Family a Merry Christmas after what has been a particularly difficult 12 months. Members of the royal family who walked to the service were greeted at the foot of the steps to the church by the Reverend Canon Dr Paul Rhys Williams. Prince Louis, six, couldn't contain his glee as the young royal accepted boxes of Cadbury chocolates and stuffed animals from royal fans at Sandringham on Christmas morning Prince George, Prince Charlotte and Prince Louis at Sandringham. The trio were treated to gifts from well-wishers Princess Charlotte and Prince George also graciously accepted their presents, as they waved to the crowds while standing alongside their father, Prince William During the appearance yesterday, all eyes were on Kate as she looked as positive and radiant as ever, bearing no indication of the challenging year behind her. The princess dazzled in a forest green Alexander McQueen coat, which she had previously worn during a visit to Leeds in January 2023. She teamed the coat with a matching fascinator and scarf, as well as a pair of black gloves and black boots by Gianvito Rossi to keep warm. The future queen carried a small handbag by Grace Han - as the she waved at the crowds outside St Mary Magdalene Church. Kate's beautiful new earrings with blue jewels and diamonds were by London-based jewellery designer Robinson Pelham. Her silky brunette locks were styled in soft waves, while her make-up was typically understated yet flawless. Crowds were given copies of the order of service, conducted at the Church of St Mary Magdalene in Sandringham, conducted by the Rector Rev Canon Dr Paul Rhys Williams. Hymns included O Come All Ye Faithful, Oh Little Town of Bethlehem, While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks By Night, and Hark! The Herald Angels Sing. The service also included The Lord's Prayer. Prince William said last week that he was looking forward to spending Christmas with 45 members of his family 'all in one room' as he attended a seasonal event for families of 1st Battalion Mercian Regiment, in his role as colonel-in-chief, in Bulford, Wiltshire. King Charles was also diagnosed with cancer at the start of the year, and the monarch is still undergoing treatment for the disease. As King Charles, Queen Camilla, and the Prince and Princess of Wales walked into the church, the crowds could be heard wishing them a 'Merry Christmas!'. Read More EXCLUSIVE Body language expert reveals Prince William continues to 'cherish and protect' Kate Kate's infectious smile was testament to her courage in the face of adversity as well as her work ethic, as the Christmas service marks just one of many official public engagements attended by the Princess since announcing her cancer treatment. It is also the second time the Wales family have been seen together in public since their appearance at Trooping the Colour, the King's birthday parade, in June. Prince William, looked dapper in a navy coat and trousers, perhaps paving the way for his son's dashing style, with George wearing a similar ensemble to the future King. They were joined by senior members of the Royal Family including Princess Anne, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, Princess Anne's daughter Zara Tindall, as well as Princess Beatrice. Earlier this month, the Waleses and other members of the Royal Family came together for Kate's special Christmas carol concert at Westminster Abbey in London. Meanwhile, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and their two children Archie and Lilibet remained in Montecito in California, USA. For the Royals, festivities usually start when everyone arrives on Christmas Eve. The family open their presents, some of which are gag gifts - one of the Royal Family's traditions. The family then attend services at Saint Mary Magdalene Church on Christmas morning. Once they get home Christmas lunch is served, followed by afternoon games. Prince Louis Prince George Princess Charlotte Share or comment on this article: The cheeky exchange between Prince George and Princess Charlotte revealed - as young royals enjoy Christmas with their family at Sandringham e-mail Add comment

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Central Regional finished with two title winners and three finalists to take the top spot in the team race of the Rumble in the Pines, hosted by Lakewood. JayAnna Hahn took the 132-pound title with a 9-2 decision win over Clayton’s Sophia Holmdes and Jade Hahn outlasted Gateway’s Shaelie Young for a 1-0 decision win in 185-pound final. Liliana Alicea took the runner-up spot at 165, falling to Ridgewood’s Kamila Castro in the final. 12/29 - 9:30 AM Girls Wrestling Final Becton 36 Lakewood 105 Ridgewood got another first place finish out of Francesca Gusfa, who earned an 11-1 major over Emely Diaz Santos (Morris Hills) in the 100-pound final. Trenton’s Princessstorm Woody (107), Bordentown’s Madison Blumenthal (114), Paramus Catholic’s Abby Naddeo (120), Garfield’s Faustyna Przedworski (126), Ocean City’s Danna Ramirez (138), North Brunswick’s Gabrielle Roberts (145), Clayton’s Alexus Paden (152) and Palmyra’s Samantha Domask (235) also won titles. The N.J. High School Sports newsletter is now appearing in mailboxes 5 days a week. Sign up now! Follow us on social: Facebook | Instagram | X (formerly Twitter)

Last month, over 100 female professional footballers from across the globe came together to criticise FIFA’s partnership with Saudi oil giant Aramco, denouncing the deal on environmental and humanitarian grounds. Now, following the United Nations’ COP29 climate summit, the only African who signed the open letter, external has revealed why she took part in the protest. Former Nigeria international Ayisat Yusuf has described FIFA’s decision to work with Aramco as “not justifiable”, despite football’s governing body stating that sponsorship revenues are reinvested back into the women’s game “at all levels”. “FIFA don’t have to take money above humanity,” Yusuf told BBC Sport Africa. “It’s very important we let people know that partnership – giving sponsorship to Aramco – does not stand for what our values (as female footballers) are. “Our values should be put first regardless of the money. We’re just making our voice heard, for them to also reconsider and think about humanity, our health and our human rights.” Aramco, owned by the Saudi Arabian state, is the biggest oil producer in the world. Its three-year deal with FIFA gives it sponsorship rights to the men’s World Cup in 2026 and the Women’s World Cup the following year. As well as criticising its negative impact on the climate via greenhouse gas emissions, the players’ letter highlighted allegations of human rights violations by the Gulf kingdom, describing the partnership as a “punch in the stomach” and a significant setback for women’s football. At the Africa Cup of Nations earlier this year, William Troost-Ekong made history as the first footballer to wear boots made from recycled materials at an international tournament. The Nigeria men’s captain is an investor and ambassador for the company which manufactures the boots, which are made of corn waste. The Al-Kholood defender believes that the sporting world should work harder to support global efforts on climate change. “Sport is such a big influence around the world,” Troost-Ekong told BBC Sport Africa. “It’s not only about the players. We talk about the organisers of the big tournaments, the clubs, the owners of teams, and of course the fans – because those are the biggest numbers.”A step-by-step guide to renovating a neglected gardenMaresca led the Foxes to the Sky Bet Championship title last season before joining Chelsea over the summer. Leicester famously toasted their improbable Premier League success in 2016 with an impromptu bash at Vardy’s house. But the venue for last April’s party was not at the striker’s abode, but at Maresca’s house when the players turned up unannounced at 2am. Maresca recalled: “The best present I had from last season was when we got promoted and they arrived at my home. All the team. “This showed the connection between the players; they could go for a party at a different place but they all arrived at my home. It was a fantastic connection and I will always be thankful for them. “I was at home celebrating with my staff and my family and about two o’clock in the morning all the squad was there. We celebrated all together. Last night at Enzo’s 🏡 💙 pic.twitter.com/dqP8BFsDn3 — Leicester City (@LCFC) April 27, 2024 “When I was a player and I won things I never thought to go to the manager’s home. That shows the connection.” Similarly to when they clinched the Premier League crown, Leicester were not actually playing when they found out they were promoted after Leeds lost at QPR. “To be honest I was at home watching the game and when it finished all the staff came over – and later the players,” added the Italian. “They didn’t knock on the door, they were in the garden and knocked on the window. What time did they leave? I don’t remember.” Vardy might not be having a party at the end of this season but he is still banging in the goals at 37 and Maresca rates the striker even more highly than England’s two top goalscorers – Harry Kane and Wayne Rooney. “People don’t realise how good he is,” added Maresca. “I know England have been quite lucky because of Kane and Rooney, this type of striker, they are fantastic. “But Jamie is, if you ask me, the best one.” Maresca returns to the King Power Stadium for the first time with Chelsea on Saturday, but he will be without captain Reece James due to a hamstring problem.

NoneThe branded hotels sector will end fiscal 2025 with a double-digit revenue growth of 13–14%, according to a Crisil Ratings report. And, in the next financial year, the sector will witness 11–12% growth, it added. The study also stated that in the previous fiscal, the segment had registered 17% growth. The ratings agency pointed to domestic leisure and business travel as the primary drivers. According to the report, increased activity in the MICE—meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions—segment, coupled with a pickup in foreign tourist arrivals, will add some boost. “The domestic leisure segment will continue to drive growth on the back of rising travel aspirations and better regional connectivity. Further, a positive economic outlook and the government's ‘Meet in India’ initiative to promote corporate events will support the business and MICE segments. Foreign tourist arrivals are also expected to surpass the pre-pandemic levels this fiscal,” Crisil Ratings’ Senior Director Mohit Makhija said. These factors, he said, will drive up the average room rates of branded hotels by 6-7% this fiscal. However Makhija added, that “growth in ARRs is expected to moderate to 3–4% next fiscal as significant room capacities come up. These factors will boost the revenue growth by 13–14% this fiscal and 11–12% in the next”. According to the report, the adoption of asset-light management contract route will help pick up the pace of room additions further from last fiscal. As a result, supply will increase by 20% over this fiscal and the next. "As 60-65% of room additions, over this fiscal and the next, are being done through an asset light route, it eliminates the need for large upfront investment and helps navigate business cyclicality better," the ratings agency’s Associate Director Pallavi Singh said. While Crisil expects the hotel industry’s operating margin to improve by 100–150 basis points this fiscal, it added that they should sustain at similar levels in the next year too. Crisil further said strong cash flows, asset-light expansion and sizeable equity raising will keep debt levels under check, hence, strengthening credit profiles. The report expects the number of branded hotel rooms to rise 8–9% this fiscal and 11–12% in the next. And, leisure and non-metro destinations will account for 65% additions. Of these additions, 25% will be in the top seven metros that offer scope for leisure and business activities. The upcoming spiritual tourism destinations will contribute towards the balance. “The hotel industry is expanding more into non-metros and emerging leisure destinations as travellers seek more choices, and infrastructure in these regions improve,” Singh added. Despite these significant room additions, occupancy levels are expected to remain strong at 74–75% next fiscal, declining by a modest 50 basis points after increasing 100–150 bps this fiscal. The report noted that hotels will benefit from operating leverage, which in addition to effective cost management, could result in earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation margin expansiong of 100–150 bps to 33–34% this fiscal and the next. Cost management initiatives could include higher adoption of technology and manpower rationalisation to move to a leaner fixed cost structure. However, it warned that a surge in airfares could affect leisure travel, while an economic downturn could result in a decline in business travel. With PTI inputsAncient meets modern as a new subway in Greece showcases archaeological treasures THESSALONIKI, Greece (AP) — Thessaloniki, Greece’s second-largest city, is opening a new subway system, blending ancient archaeological treasures with modern transit technology like driverless trains and platform screen doors. The project, which began in 2003, uncovered over 300,000 artifacts, including a Roman-era thoroughfare and Byzantine relics, many of which are now displayed in its 13 stations. Despite delays caused by preserving these findings, the inaugural line has been completed, with a second line set to open next year. Conor McGregor must pay $250K to woman who says he raped her, civil jury rules LONDON (AP) — A civil jury in Ireland has awarded more than $250,000 to a woman who says she was raped by mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor in a Dublin hotel penthouse after a night of heavy partying. The jury on Friday awarded Nikita Hand in her lawsuit that claimed McGregor “brutally raped and battered” her in 2018. The lawsuit says the assault left her heavily bruised and suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder. McGregor testified that he never forced her to do anything and that Hand fabricated her allegations after the two had consensual sex. McGregor says he will appeal the verdict. At least 19 people are sick in Minnesota from ground beef tied to E. coli recall U.S. health officials say at least 19 people in Minnesota have been sickened by E. coli poisoning tied to a national recall of more than 167,000 pounds of potentially tainted ground beef. Detroit-based Wolverine Packing Co. recalled the meat this week after Minnesota state agriculture officials reported multiple illnesses and found that a sample of the product tested positive for E. coli O157:H7, which can cause life-threatening infections. 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Hyundai, Kia recall over 208,000 electric vehicles to fix problem that can cause loss of power DETROIT (AP) — Hyundai and Kia are recalling over 208,000 electric vehicles to fix a pesky problem that can cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. The recalls cover more than 145,000 Hyundai and Genesis vehicles including the 2022 through 2024 Ioniq 5, the 2023 through 2025 Ioniq 6, GV60 and GV70, and the 2023 and 2024 G80. Also included are nearly 63,000 Kia EV 6 vehicles from 2022 through 2024. The affiliated Korean automakers say in government documents that a transistor in a charging control unit can be damaged and stop charging the 12-volt battery. Dealers will inspect and replace the control unit and a fuse if needed. They also will update software. Christmas TV movies are in their Taylor Swift era, with two Swift-inspired films airing this year Two of the new holiday movies coming to TV this season have a Taylor Swift connection that her fans would have no problem decoding. “Christmas in the Spotlight” debuts Saturday on Lifetime. It stars Jessica Lord as the world’s biggest pop star and Laith Wallschleger, playing a pro football player, who meet and fall in love, not unlike Swift and her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. On Nov. 30, Hallmark will air “Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story.” Instead of a nod to Swift, it’s an ode to family traditions and bonding, like rooting for a sports team. Hallmark’s headquarters is also in Kansas City. Top football recruit Bryce Underwood changes commitment to Michigan instead of LSU, AP source says ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Top football recruit Bryce Underwood has flipped to Michigan after pledging to play at LSU. 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He was released Wednesday from a boat that traveled several hours from Western Australia state's most southerly city of Albany. His caregiver Carol Biddulph wasn't sure at first if the penguin would live. She said a mirror was important to his rehabilitation because they provide a sense of company. Biddulph said: “They’re social birds and he stands next to the mirror most of the time.” Shohei Ohtani wins third MVP award, first in NL. Aaron Judge earns second AL honor in 3 seasons NEW YORK (AP) — Shohei Ohtani won his third Most Valuable Player Award and first in the National League, and Aaron Judge earned his second American League honor on Thursday. Ohtani was a unanimous MVP for the third time, receiving all 30 first-place votes and 420 points in voting by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America. New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor was second with 263 points and Arizona second baseman Ketel Marte third with 229. Judge was a unanimous pick for the first time. 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