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Today Saint Lucia celebrates the 40th anniversary of independence. This public holiday marks the date when the island became an independent state of the Commonwealth of Nations in 1979.

In 1500 Juan de la Cosa noted the island on his map, calling it El Falcon. Christopher Columbus may have sighted the island during his fourth voyage in 1502 since he landed Martinique, although his log does not mention the island. A Spanish Cedula from 1511 mentions the island within the Spanish domain. A 1520 globe made in the Vatican shows the island named Sancta Lucia. A 1529 Spanish map shows S. Luzia.

The world-renowned trio of drivers is back this Friday for another thrilling episode.

Jeremy Clarkson will take the wheel of the brand-new Lamborghini Urus SUV as he navigates the slippery roads of Sweden. He will also participate in an ice race against fellow Grand Tour driver Abbie Eaton in a Porsche 911 Turbo, crossing a stunning frozen lake. This segment showcases the Urus's impressive performance under challenging conditions.

Safer Internet Day is celebrated annually in February.

This special day aims to promote the safe, responsible, and positive use of digital technology among children and young people. Thousands of centres around the world participate in this event, which is coordinated by the joint Insafe/INHOPE network, with support from the European Commission and national Safer Internet Centres across Europe.

On 31st January, Dolph Lundgren arrived in Tbilisi for a four-day visit. The Georgian Beer Company invited the renowned Swedish actor, producer, and director to star in a commercial for Ragnar, a beer set to launch in June. He also served as the guest of honour at the Tbilisi premiere of Creed II. Lundgren visited Georgia with his younger brother, Johan.

The iconic motoring trio explores the rapidly growing market of European pick-up trucks, embarking on an exciting journey to uncover what sets these vehicles apart in a competitive landscape. 

This episode features a range of challenging scenarios specifically designed to test the performance, versatility, and practicality of these modern pick-ups. From thrilling off-road adventures in rugged terrain to demanding towing tasks, each challenge provides unique insights into how these trucks perform under pressure.