Glory and Triumph: Remembering the Legendary Footballer Franz Beckenbauer. Born and raised in the rubble of post-war Germany, he led his team to victory in the 1974 World Cup and achieved greatness on the world stage, earning the nickname Der Kaiser and cementing his place in football history.
Orthodox Christmas celebrations in Belgorod, Russia are disrupted due to ongoing attacks by Ukraine. The local governor has offered voluntary evacuations for residents, amid growing fear and tension in the border city.
Jutta Leerdam wins her third European title in the 1000 meters at the European Distances Championships, with a speed that her compatriot Antoinette Rijpma-De Jong could not keep up with. Despite her victory, however, Leerdam is not 100% satisfied with her performance.
Newcomer Jens de Boo surprises at European Championship Distances with title in 500 meters and look to World Championships distance standings in Calgary and Salt Lake City.
Antwerp's Red Light District, Villa Tinto, serves as a point of comparison for Amsterdam's proposed plan of building a new erotic center. Antwerp's mayor highlights the differences, noting the success of Villa Tinto compared to Amsterdam's potential challenges in relocating their historic prostitution area.
Two Palestinian journalists, including the son of a long-time Al Jazeera correspondent, were killed in a recent airstrike in Gaza. Meanwhile, violence continues to escalate between Israel and Palestine, with casualties reported on both sides.