From the debut of a new Olympic sport to a groundbreaking new emblem, here are the top five things to know about the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
BREAKING
Breaking is a style of dance that originated in the United States in the 1970s. It took form in the lively block parties in the Bronx, emerging from hip hop culture, and is characterised by acrobatic movements, stylised footwork and the key role played by the DJ and the MC (master of ceremonies) during battles.
Firefighter Muhammad gets military send off
Firefighter #3618 Jamiyla Atiya Muchammad was given a full military send off yesterday following a church service at the St Francis of Assisi Church in Belmont on Friday. Father Thomas Lawson officiated at the service.
294-day route and innovative Baton design for the Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay revealed
The Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games has unveiled details of the international route and the design of the Queen’s Baton for the 16th official Queen’s Baton Relay.
Japan to pilot requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination at large sporting events
Japan is set to test using proof of vaccination against COVID-19 at major baseball and football stadiums in a bid to evaluate the feasibility of easing capacity restrictions.
Brian Lewis: Community boxing a means to cope with 'covid19 fatigue'
How do authorities harness the enthusiasm and passion to make these community boxing bouts safer without taking the element of fun out of it?