Luke Littler progressed at Alexandra Palace, then calmly dodged the venue’s infamous wasp during his on‑stage interview after a first‑round win. Players were urged to stay alert, while Littler remains focused on chasing the title.

A man evading police hid in a town’s Nativity display, posing as one of the figures. The mayor noticed him while passing by and alerted officers. He was detained without incident.

A darts champion is reportedly kept grounded with just £50 a week in pocket money, a leading promoter says. Despite recent title success and earnings, the player’s family insists on normality and discipline.

Propagandists from a hostile state alleged Larry, the No10 cat, is a spy after he ignored a visiting allied leader during talks with the PM. Downing Street dismissed it as nonsense, noting cats do their own thing and urging focus on the visit’s diplomatic aims.