Honours and Hiccups: The Quirky Side of New Year Recognitions
A New Year, A New Honour: The Royal Shake-Up London, England - As the clock struck midnight to welcome 2024, the New Year Honours list dropped like a confetti-filled bombshell, revealing a motley crew of individuals recognized for their contributions to society. Among the honorees was Gareth Southgate, the former England football manager, who was awarded a knighthood. Southgate, known for his tactical prowess and waistcoat collection, was overheard saying, “I’ve always wanted to be called Sir Gareth, but I guess I’ll settle for the medal instead....