Olympic Gold Medalist Jim Hartung Dies at 65
Jim Hartung, a key member of the USA's historic 1984 Olympic gold medal-winning gymnastics team, has passed away at 65. A Nebraska legend and longtime coach.
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Olympic Snowboard Medallist Ueli Kestenholz Dies in Avalanche
Swiss snowboarder Ueli Kestenholz, who won bronze at the 1998 Nagano Olympics, has died aged 50 after being caught in an avalanche in the Lötschental valley. Read the full tribute.
Fire destroys bar at Swiss Winter Olympic venue Crans-Montana
A historic bar at the Crans-Montana resort, a proposed 2038 Winter Olympic venue, has been destroyed by fire. The blaze raises safety concerns as Switzerland prepares its bid.
US Criminal Probe Targets Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell
The US Department of Justice has opened a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, sparking fears over central bank independence and sending gold prices soaring.
Switzerland Targets 2038 Winter Olympics with Crans-Montana
Switzerland is in exclusive talks with the IOC to host the 2038 Winter Olympics, with Crans-Montana set for downhill events. Read the full bid details.
US skeleton star alleges Canadian coach rigged Olympic qualifier
American skeleton athlete Katie Uhlaender claims a Canadian coach manipulated a qualifying event, costing her a place at her sixth Winter Olympics. Read the full story on the latest US-Canada sporting clash.
Worker dies in freezing conditions at Cortina Olympic site
A 55-year-old security guard has died during a freezing shift at a construction site near a 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympic venue. Italy's minister demands a full investigation.
Anthropologie's £20 initial necklace sale is selling fast
Anthropologie's popular Gold-Plated Mini Bubble Letter Monogram Necklace is now half price at £20 in the Boxing Day sale. Shoppers praise its modern style and quality. Limited stock remains.
Australia Wins Gold at World Cross Country Championships
Australia's elite quartet of Jess Hull, Ollie Hoare, Linden Hall, and Jack Anstey clinched mixed relay gold at the World Athletics Cross Country Championships in Florida. Discover how they dominated the field.
Vonn's Zauchensee Victory Cements Olympic Favourite Status
Lindsey Vonn, 41, claims her 84th World Cup win in Austria, leading the standings and becoming the clear favourite for the Winter Olympics. Read the full story.
Chloe Kim's Olympic dream in doubt after shoulder injury
US snowboard star Chloe Kim dislocates shoulder in training, casting doubt on her historic bid for a third consecutive Olympic gold medal at Milano Cortina 2026.
Glenn Sets US Short Program Record at Figure Skating Nationals
Amber Glenn reclaimed the US women's short program record with 83.05 points, edging out world champion Alysa Liu. The national championships are the final Olympic team selection event.
Milan-Cortina Olympic ice hockey venues may not be finished
IIHF president confirms Olympic ice hockey arenas may not be fully ready for Milan-Cortina 2026, with reduced seating and NHL concerns over ice quality and dimensions. Read the latest updates.
Venezuela's £1.4bn Gold Held in London Vaults
The Bank of England holds £1.4bn of Venezuelan gold, frozen since 2018. The US seizure of Nicolás Maduro reignites the legal battle over who controls the reserves. Read the full story.
FTSE 100 Breaks 10,000 on Geopolitical Tensions
The FTSE 100 closed above 10,000 for the first time, driven by soaring defence stocks and gold prices after US action in Venezuela. Follow live market updates.
Markets surge after Trump's Venezuela intervention
Gold hits record high and US oil shares soar following the capture of Venezuela's president. Analysts cite a flight to safety amid geopolitical uncertainty. Read the full market analysis.
Safe Haven Metals Surge After US Intervention in Venezuela
Gold, silver, and copper prices jumped as investors reacted to geopolitical uncertainty following the capture of Venezuelan President Maduro. Oil markets show muted initial response. Read the full analysis.
Safe Haven Metals Spike on Trump Venezuela Move
Gold, silver, and copper prices surged as markets reacted to the US capture of Venezuelan President Maduro. Discover the market impact and why oil's reaction was muted.
FTSE 100 Rallies as Maduro Arrest Shakes Markets
London's FTSE 100 surged towards 10,000 points as defence and gold mining stocks soared following the US capture of Venezuela's President. Discover the market fallout and global implications.
Markets React to Venezuela Shock: Gold Up 2%
Gold jumps above $4,420 as Trump's Venezuela action sparks safe-haven rush. Defence stocks in Asia soar. Full market analysis and today's agenda.
Australian skiers' final push for 2026 Winter Olympics
Aerial skier Reilly Flanagan and cross-country skier Hannah Price represent Australia's underdog spirit in a last-ditch effort to qualify for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Games.
Saturday Quiz: Answers on Queen Victoria, Klimt & More
Dive into the answers for this week's brain-teasing Saturday quiz, covering topics from British history to Olympic sports and chart-topping music. How many did you get right?
USA and Canada unveil NHL-packed Olympic hockey rosters
Ice hockey's biggest stars, including Auston Matthews and Connor McDavid, will compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics as the NHL ends its 12-year hiatus. Discover the teams aiming for gold.
Ancient Egypt's Ramses II Exhibition Comes to Battersea
A landmark exhibition, Ramses and the Pharaohs’ Gold, opens at Battersea Power Station in February 2026. See 180 priceless artefacts, many never before in the UK. Book tickets now.
Gold Up 70%, AI Bubble Risk: Australia's 2026 Economic Watch
Gold prices surge 70% as sticky inflation and an AI bubble threaten Australia's economy in 2026. Discover the key trends and risks for investors.
$40m in bikes seized in hunt for ex-Olympic snowboarder
Mexican authorities seize dozens of high-value motorcycles in the hunt for Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted list. A $15m reward is offered.
£30m German Bank Heist: Ocean's Eleven-Style Raid
Thieves executed a spectacular bank heist in Germany, drilling into a vault and stealing £30 million in gold and valuables. Discover the details of the raid and the aftermath for thousands of customers.
Affordale Fury shocks Cheltenham winners in Savills Chase
Noel Meade's 150-1 outsider Affordale Fury, ridden by Sam Ewing, defeats Cheltenham Gold Cup champions Galopin Des Champs and I Am Maximus in a dramatic Savills Chase at Leopardstown. Read the full story.
Torvill & Dean to receive knighthood and damehood
Olympic legends Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean are reportedly set to be knighted and made a dame in the King's New Year Honours, nearly 50 years after their iconic gold medal win. Read the full story.
Haiti Couleurs wins Welsh Grand National for Curtis and Bowen
Haiti Couleurs, trained by Rebecca Curtis and ridden by Sean Bowen, carried a huge weight to victory in the Welsh Grand National at Chepstow. The win sparks Cheltenham Gold Cup and Grand National treble talk.
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