News Briefs and Rugby Results – December 13, 2024

Commentary for the Exeter Chiefs versus Toulouse match, scheduled for 17:30 GMT, was accessible via BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra and BBC Radio Devon. In the first half of the game, Toulouse saw tries from Dupont, Cros, Lebel, Flament, and Barassi, while Wyatt scored for Exeter. During the second half, Lebel, Barassi, and T Ntamack scored for Toulouse, with Wyatt and Hodge adding to the Chiefs’ tally. The Glasgow Warriors secured bonus points by scoring a last-minute try, despite a 30-29 defeat against Toulon. Liam Williams scored a try in his second debut for Saracens, contributing to the English team’s away victory over Stade Francais, who were noted for their ill-discipline. Bath suffered a 22-21 away loss to Benetton, conceding a try in the match’s final minute. Sandi Toksvig was joined by Gyles Brandreth, Lulu, Emmanuel Sonubi, and Alan Davies. Opportunities were available to sing along to music from artists such as Queen, Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi, Katy Perry, and others. Ben Fogle and Kate Humble returned for the festive events at Longleat Safari Park. Topics ranged from the presence of microplastics in air, soil, and waterways to the significant amount of food waste observed during this period. © 2024 BBC. The BBC disclaims responsibility for the content found on external websites. Information regarding its approach to external linking was available.