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daniela relph, bbc news, westminster abbey.at's the latest on the fallout from this storm? as we've been discussing, that red weather warning was in place, put in place by the met office from 3am to 11am in the uk. now that that's lifted, the areas that are most affected which have that red warning which have that red warning which include wales and south—west england and now still on amber. that's because there is still being affected by the storm, in fact, south and with mid wales can expect periods of heavy rain throughout the day and there is also a flooding starting to build up in those areas. particularly part of south and north—west wales. natural resources wales has put a flood warning in place and obviously this is a particularly concerning matters of the people living in this area where there is further flooding so now that they've sort of weathered the storm, we are now seeing the aftermath and the flooding started to creep in. tell us, what is the latest on the disruption and damage that has been caused by it storm

daniela relph, bbc news, westminster abbey. let's get an update on our top story...he fallout from this storm? very sadly in the last image separates there is the first fatality of the storm, and man was killed as a tree fell onto his van in high wind so so far one fatality butjust his van in high wind so so far one fatality but just a reminder of how dangerous that storm was and is still at the moment. but in terms of other updates, we know that part of wales are now experiencing flooding, due to that heavy rain, the met office isjust issuing a further yellow warning for tomorrow into tomorrow for england and wales. as periods of heavy rain are expected, to continue, and of course we've seen quite a lot of travel trails, leasing trains and buses and roads closed but also we've seen thousands of homes without power particularly in wales where 35,000 homes did not have power this morning. but also, we've seen a number of events cancelled including sports events but also christmas events but also christmas events and this is one of the busiest saturdays ahead of christ

daniela relph, bbc news, westminster abbey.bbc news. hello there. it's been a quiet start to christmas eve. for those of you up and off first thing this morning, you were probably greeted to scenes like this. a lot of low, grey cloud, thick enough for some drizzle, some misty conditions out there. this is going to be the story for the next couple of days, but one thing that's certainly changed is the feel of the weather. monday was a chilly day, but temperatures already a good five, six degrees up on yesterday's, and they will continue to climb for the next hour or so. so, it is an incredibly mild story, and that's because we've got high pressure building and the wind direction has changed, and it's squeezed that cold air over to the near continent. so for the remainder of the day, we've got a weak weather front producing some showery outbreaks of rain to the north—west of the great glen. the cloud out to the west thick enough for some drizzle at times, but hopefully, there'll be pockets of brightness, some glimpses of sunshine

and ahead of her carol service at westminster abbey, which airs tonight, catherine also encouraged theld to turn to love, not fear. hello, i'm maryam moshiri. a very warm welcome to bbc a very warm welcome to bbc news. we start in sudan, where famine is spreading, according to a global hunger monitor. the famine review committee of the integrated food phase classification, ipc, says warring parties continue to disrupt humanitarian aid needed to alleviate one of the worst starvation crises in modern times. it says famine conditions have been confirmed in two camps for internally—displaced people in el—fashir, also in parts of the darfur region and south kordofan state. another five areas are expected to slip into famine by may next year. the ipc says about 24.6 million people, about half of all sudanese, urgently need food aid. let's speak to our correspondent richard kagoe in nairobi. richer, how bad is the situation?— richer, how bad is the situation? , ., ., , situation? de situation is dire -- richard- — situation? de situation is dire -- richard. half— situation? de situation is di

daniela relph, bbc news, westminster abbey.ection of coins celebrating his career. the special £5 coins feature king charles on one side and a design containing references to support your record—breaking route career on the other. the 82—year—old who was involved in the design process described it as a huge honour, though legal tender, the coins will be in debt collectors and won't end her general circulation. do stay with us here on the world today on bbc news. hello there. storm darragh is going to bring damage and disruption widely across the uk this weekend. there is this red wind warning issued by the met office. these are really quite rare. it means a danger to life. the winds are going to be gusting 90 miles an hour through this part of wales, and for a while through the bristol channel as well. that warning runs from the early hours of saturday morning into saturday. and not only a danger to life, there'll be travel disruption, power cuts and some large and potentially dangerous waves as well. now, there's the storm, an

daniela relph, bbc news, westminster abbey.ave you now with some live pictures of kilauea volcano erupting on hawaii's big island. it is the world's most active volcano and does routinely erupt. this has been confined to the top of the volcano's caldera, no threat to infrastructure. hello again. last night, temperatures actually rose rather than fell. it's been an exceptionally mild start to the day today, and it's going to continue that way. as you can see from the yellows and ambers on this chart. the wind direction coming from the south—west, so it's dragging in a lot of cloud from the atlantic. and there's some drizzly bits and pieces, some murky conditions with that, particularly so in western areas, some hill fog. we've also got some showery conditions across western parts of scotland, the north—west seeing windy conditions. but it should brighten up across north—east scotland, north—east england, parts of north—east wales and the west midlands, with temperatures widely 11 to 1a degrees, possibly 15 somewhere in north—eas

daniela relph, bbc news, westminster abbey. let's return to our main story, storm darragh.. conditions and the disruption the conditions and the disruption has been horrendous. reminders of the latest going on. , ., ., , reminders of the latest going on. ., ., , on. tens of thousands of homes are about _ on. tens of thousands of homes are about power _ on. tens of thousands of homes are about power according - on. tens of thousands of homes are about power according to i are about power according to the national grid and early at the national grid and early at the met office issued a red warning, a possible threat to life, that was in part of wales and south—west england. that has now been lifted but an amber warning is in its place. travel has been seriously disrupted, businesses closed, sports events have been cancelled and the message to the public has been to only make essentialjourneys. there make essential journeys. there has make essentialjourneys. there has been particular concern about flooding in wales, particularly because they had the storm couple of weeks ago a

for paloma faith, singing in westminster abbey for the first time has been something special.hole life watching this place on television in various situations and now we are here and there and no—one that i know can believe it. people are just like, "what?" "we can't believe you are here." what is striking about walking and isjust how much more magnificent it is in person. # do you know what i know?# along with carols from the abbey choir, gregory porter will also perform. an experience, he says, was deeply meaningful. # do you know what i know?# it was really wonderful to sing in the abbey. because the acoustics - are perfect, the visuals are perfect and the construction i was meant to be awe—inspiring and to feel- the presence of god. and you feel that in this extraordinary space so, | yeah, i was very excited. i love to be taken - back to my childhood. around this time of year, without_ around this time of year, without question. - it is awe—inspiring, - i like to feel like a child in a place like this. the tree roared in the win... the theme of taking care of each other ru

in december, the family attended catherine's carol concert at westminster abbey.s, supporting others through challenging times, with particular personal resonance after this year. this year was going to be the year that i've just had. the unplanned? the unplanned, exactly. yeah. it has been a difficult year for the royal family but one which ends with the princess looking forward where she and prince william met with families of the children killed and injured and those who helped in the aftermath of the attack. in december, the family attended catherine's carol concert at westminster abbey. this has now become an annual event. the theme this year was empathy and kindness, supporting others through challenging times, with particular personal resonance after this year. the unplanned, exactly. yeah. it has been a difficult year for the royal family but one which ends with the princess looking forward to increasing her public engagements. # we wish you i a merry christmas # we wish you — a merry christmas a merry christmas and a happy new year! and boosted by their t

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in december, the family attended catherine's carol concert at westminster abbey.s, supporting others through challenging times, with particular personal resonance after this year. this year was going to be the year that i've just had. the unplanned? the unplanned, exactly. yeah. it has been a difficult year for the royal family but one which ends with the princess looking forward to increasing her public engagements. # we wish you a merry christmas # we wish you i a merry christmas # we wish you — a merry christmas a merry christmas and a happy new year! and boosted by their trip to australia, more long—haul travel is being planned for the king and queen. # we wish you a merry christmas and a happy new year! _ 2025 will mark 80 years since the end of the second world war and, although health will continue to dictate their schedules, it is hoped the steady return to normal royal service will continue. # we wish you a merry christmas and a happy new year! _

in december the family attended catherine's carol concert at westminster abbey.ent. the theme this year was empathy and kindness, supporting others through challenging times, with particular personal resonance after this year. the unplanned. the unplanned, exactly. it has been a difficult year for the royal family, but one which ends with the princess looking forward to increasing her public engagements. # we wish you a merry christmas... and boosted by the trip to australia, more long—haul travel is being planned for the king and queen. 2025 marks 80 years since the end of the second world war. and although health will continue to dictate the schedule, it is hoped the steady return to normal royal service will continue. # we wish you a merry christmas and a happy new year. hello there. high pressure continues to bring dry, settled weather to most of the country. i say dry, that is away from scotland, where we're likely to see further outbreaks of rain for boxing day. and indeed the next few days looks mostly settled thanks to high pressure. and for most it will

daniela relph, bbc news, westminster abbey. time for a look at the weather, here's thomasz., it is important because the weather warnings from the met office from a scale of red to yellow represent different things. so the red represents notjust impact but how bad the conditions are going to be. it also reflects the likelihood, so the red warning high—impact, highly likely. this is for wales and also areas around the bristol channel stop the red warning, which is quite channel stop the red warning, which is quit we saw the flooding last time. where we saw the flooding last time. that 80 to 90 millimetres could fall in a short space of time. on the weather map this is what storm darragh looks like. the centre of the storm where you see the circle of low pressure is the calm. the strong winds blow around the centre. it is like a hollow doughnut. the 70 to 90 mile an hour gusts slamming into western parts of wales. a period of calm, flat calm is possible for example across northern england. before later on saturday it is that north to north westerly that comes rushing down and

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. >> reporter: the chandeliers hanging in westminster abbey are made of waterford crystal.he last 20 years, we've actually had the times square ball in new york. so it's made up of many crystal panels. and each year those panels change to a new theme. it's a very special moment for a small harbour town to putting them up in such a way. >> reporter: today the bulk of waterford's products are actually manufactured in slovenia. in the 1800s, financial troubles shut down production all together. >> the company actually closed. that was 1851. it wasn't until 1947 that we reopened. >> reporter: closed for a century? >> closed for almost a century. there is hope for everybody, right? >> reporter: waterford was resurrected after world war ii, a new era of creativity led to a number of designs still in use today, including the best lizmore pattern inspired by the architecture of lizmore castle. waterford found great success in selling to america. >> my dad worked on one side. i was working on the opposite side, but they decided to put us in america and we were father and son. so we

wales has called for "love, not fear" ahead of the carol service she organises every year at westminster abbeyh has changed for catherine over the past year. in march, she revealed she had been diagnosed with cancer. she's now completed a course of chemotherapy and is returning to work. a chance to take stock of the importance of loved ones, especially during difficult times. in a letter written to the 1,600 people who will attend friday's together at christmas service, catherine delivers a very personal message. she says... on social media, the prince and princess of wales have posted pictures of the invitations for the service being printed in the traditional way. catherine's letter to the congregation will appear in the order of service. the olympic cycling champion sir chris hoy, who has terminal prostate cancer, will light a candle — as will lindsey burrow, the wife of the former rugby league star and motor neurone disease campaigner rob burrow, who died injune. catherine's first official public engagement after her cancer treatment was a visit to southport, to meet the bereaved families

concert, william and kate's three children adding gratitude tags to a kindness tree outside westminster abbeynnouncing the end of her chemotherapy treatment in a video in september. >> my path to recovery is long and i must continue to take each day as it comes. >> reporter: last week, choosing a family photo from that video for their family's christmas card. and now joining the king and queen as they gear up for a busy few days of royal traditions and family time. >> all of them will gather on christmas eve today to exchange gifts. usually something inexpensive and fun. the children will help put the last decorations on the tree. on christmas day it's a traditional roast turkey, lunch in time to watch the king's speech. >> reporter: like many around the world, the royals looking forward to a festive celebration and better times ahead. that christmas carole concert was actually recorded earlier this month. it's airing in its entirety tonight. meantime, as i mentioned, the family gathered at that country estate celebrating christmas eve privately. guys, prince william said he'll be there with

she asks that the bell at westminster abbey be rung the next day consistently for a whole hour.nd that is only something that would ever be done for the death of a senior member of the royal family. and that was seen in its day as a remarkable gesture. later after 9/11, when she asked during the changing of the guard to play the star-spangled banner, and of course there is a large crowd outside, and many americans and brits were moved to tears. a couple of the royals appeared, anitas a remarkable gesture. she also attended the 9/11 service and was seen to be siin the american national anthem. that was extraordinary, because she had never been seen singing the anthem of another country. she never sung her own anthem to herself. showed a connection, i think, that comes through in all of the meetings throughout the book, that she really has strong personal affinity for america. feels it is a special place that churchill said, and she came to -- it was respected because of the war effort, but she enjoyed her relationship with america. she spent private holidays there. if you answer,

the full message will be sent to those attending her annual christmas carol service at westminster abbeytmas story is about, quote, the importance of giving and receiving empathy. speaking of which, james vanderbeek, the star of dawson's creek and varsity blues, is hoping to raise money for families recovering from the financial burden of cancer. vanderbeek took to social media to announce that limited edition jerseys autographed by him are now available. they are in the style of the jersey he wore in the 1999 film, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. all the money raised will benefit people struggling from the costs of cancer. the move comes after vanderbeek recently revealed he has been diagnosed with colorectal cancer. well, it was a box office trifecta this holiday weekend, but it was moana two that led the pack for the highest earning thanksgiving weekend ever at the box office. maui i could really use your help. can i get a chai hoo? there it is. moana two has brought in $221 million since its debut on wednesday. that makes it the biggest five day opening for a mov

she asks that the bell at westminster abbey be wrong the next day consistently for a whole hour, andt is only something that would ever be done for the death of a senior member of the royal family. and that was seen as a remarkable jester. we find that, after 9/11 when she asked the band at the palace doing the changing of the guards to play the star- spangled banner. there is a large cloud -- crowd outside in many americans and brits are moved to tears but a couple of the royals appearan it was seen as a remarkable gesture. she also attended the 911 service and was seen to be singing the american national anthem. that was extraordinary because she had never sung the anthem of another country and she never sung her own anthem to herself. it showed a connection, i think , that comes through from all of the meetings, throughout the book that she really has a strong personal affinity with america and feels it is the special place that churchill set out and that she came to -- pick it was respected because of the war effort, but she enjoyed her relationship with america. she spent privat

. >>> kate middleton is hosting her fourth annual christmas carol service at westminster abbey, yesterdayildren. during the event, the princess of wales made a rare comment on her unplanned cancer bat. she said, quote, she didn't know this year was going to be the year she just had. the princess of wales exchanged candle candlelight with her family which focused on the themes of love and empathy x. if those are your headlines. >>> shop with a cop is kicking off this morning. rick is bringing us all the christmas joy if from maddie's toy shop. that's next. ♪ santa claus is coming to townh ♪ yes. you get member deals and earn points when you shop. so, you can get more and give more too. join my lowe's rewards for free today. lowe's knows how to help you holiday. ♪ will: project thank a cop is hosting its fifth annual shop with a cop event at a maddie's toy stop in new york. rachel: rick reichmuth is there to tell us about it along with some is special guests. good morning. rick: good morning, guys. this is megan and andy fox, and you're the founders of this event. we came here last year, th

. >> there the princess of wales hosted her fourth together at christmas carol service at westminster abbeyy evening. she celebrated with her husband, prince william, and their three children the theme of the service was love and empathy. catherine has only recently returned to public life after undergoing treatment for cancer. she shared a message about vulnerability and empathy, writing in times of joy and sadness, we are all each other's light and adding that the story of christmas encourages us to turn to love, not fear a record breaking era for taylor swift is coming to an end, and it was probably beyond her wildest dreams. the last three shows of the superstar's eras tour began last night in vancouver, canada. high ranking politicians and celebrities joined fans as swift performed her three hour show. it included the greatest songs of her 18 year career. swift will have given more than 150 shows during the two year long extravaganza it's made an estimated $2 billion. the highest grossing tour in history, and taylor swift is expected to call it all a wrap at her final show tomorrow. we

since cancer treatment then to buckingham palace like horse drawn carriage, the full visits to westminster abbey, and the houses of parliament. on wednesday, the may will meet prime minister keeps tom a downing street stock is government wants to trade deal with gulf countries with potential $2000000000.00 for the u. k. is coffers us today you follow in the footsteps of your father. it is also interested in further category investments in u. k. infrastructure products. so 2 is the am, yeah. we wish to increase investments into the u. k. infrastructure science and technology sectors, including a defense, an education. he also just continued to focus on conflicts in ukraine and them at least us this past year. we negotiated the release of 109 hostages and exchange for 250 posting and prisoners. but despite these early successes, more needs to be done on both conflict because this trip especially, has to be subject to near total destruction. whether it be trade deals, investments, or mediation in the world, complex the u. k is demonstrating that it sees a value partner in capital, laurie jennings,

the princess of wales will host a christmas service at westminster abbey this evening as she continueshe service will reflect upon the importance of love and empathy. catherine is expected to be joined by her husband prince william and their three children. 10,000 tickets have been issued for visitors to go aboard one of the uk's biggest warships, hms prince of wales, whilst it's docked in liverpool this weekend. the aircraft carrier is being given the freedom of the city with a parade of sailors due to take place later, but there are fears storm darragh could disrupt the celebrations, as jayne mccubbin reports. the sun rises on a special day for hms prince of wales. almost all of the 800 crew on board will parade around liverpool this afternoon after a special ceremony which will give the ship the freedom of the city, an honour the scouse contingent are most grateful for. it's good to let my family see what it's good to let my family see what i do. they are all coming on board, coming to the march later. it special for me coming to the march later. it specialfor me in particular becau

kate creating a new tradition for the fourth year hosting her together at christmas concert at westminster abbeyove that listens with empathy, love that is kind and understanding, love that is forgiving and love that brings joy and hope. >> reporter: sending a personal message to all who were there. >> it was talking about the need to recognize people who have shown love and support to others going through their darkest times. >> reporter: prince william offering a prayer. >> the people who have walked in darkness have seen a great light. those who lived in a land of deep darkness, on them light has shined. for a child has been born for us, a son, given to us. ♪♪ >> reporter: the couple's three children all in the audience and this time princess charlotte the unexpected star, lighting her brother's candles, the crowning moment of a much-anticipated return to public duties for princess kate after her cancer diagnosis. >> i think that the focus will continue to be on her remaining cancer-free. being involved in the children's school life and then taking care of herself. she knows she has a very bi

earlier this month hosting the much anticipated together at christmas event at westminster abbey along from that deeply moving video shared last september when princess kate announced the end of her chemotherapy treatments. >> be grateful for the simple, yet important ththings in fe. >> reporter: after a challenging year, the royals, like so many other families around the world, looking forward to spending time together next week. now, as is tradition here, the next big royal family get-together will be watched by families all over the uk. the christmas day church service followed by the king's christmas message on television. savannah, back to you. >> thank you, danielle. appreciate it. >>> all right. still ahead, guys, a can't-miss story from "inside the game." this morning a heartwarming holiday surprise for a young man of the kansas city chiefs, inspired by the recovery of one of their star players. >>> first, vicky nguyen is here with everything we need to know about the last-minute holiday shopping rush. >> good morning to you. tomorrow is super saturday, the last big shopping we

kate creating a new tradition for the fourth year, hosting her together at christmas concert at westminster abbeyove. >> love that listens with empathy. love that is kind and understanding. love that is forgiving. and love that brings joy and hope. >> reporter: and sending a personal message to all who were there. >> it was talking about the need to recognize people who show love and support to others, going through their darkest time. >> reporter: prince william offering a prayer. >> the people who walked in darkness have a seen a great light. those who lived in a land of deep darkness, on them lights are shined. for a child who has been born for us, a son, given to us. ♪ >> reporter: the couple's three children all in the audience and this time princet charlotte the unexpected star, lighting her brother's candles, the crowning moment of the much-anticipated return to public duties for princess kate after her cancer diagnosis. >> i think that the focus will continue to be on her remaining cancer free, being involved in the children's school life, and taking care of herself. she knows she has a v

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