In London, a unique spectacle unfolded as Santa Clauses participated in a charity bike ride and ice skating event, while in Paris, people of all ages enjoyed the world’s largest indoor ice rink. Additionally, Germany’s Christmas Market, located 500 meters underground, drew numerous visitors. The article touches on other current events, including the ongoing high-profile trial involving the multiple assaults on Gisèle Pelicot in France, and mentions Germany’s upcoming early elections set for February 23.