‘She opened her food and a mouse jumped out’ A flight was forced to make an unscheduled landing after a passenger discovered a mouse in their in-flight meal. The shocking incident took place on Wednesday on a Scandinavian Airlines flight from Oslo to Malaga. But he flight had to make an emergency landing in Copenhagen […]

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More than 300 pubs have shut this year More than 50 pubs have shut every month in England and Wales in the first half of this year, according to new data. It’s no secret that ever since the Covid pandemic hit the nation, pubs have been struggling massively. Just last week, Wetherspoons announced a number […]

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Time to test yourself It’s been another busy weekend of football, and we’ve got one question for you: were you watching? Each week, we’ll be testing you – and ourselves – on the weekend’s football action, to see just how much you were paying attention. These are the same five questions that you’ll see some […]

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‘I haven’t seen the cheques in years’ A man who had a fleeting but memorable role in Titanic as a child has revealed that he still gets paid for his appearance, but hasn’t cashed in any of the cheques recently because of a change of address. When Reece Thompson was five-years-old he played the role […]

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They’ve slammed the pub’s staff as ‘rude’ Two mums have hit out at a historic pub after claiming they were told to turn down the volume of their children’s iPads. The mums were part of a group of 10 – six adults and four kids – who were dining at Sam’s Chop House in Manchester […]

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‘This is a stalker’s dream’ There is a website online that you can use to find every picture of yourself – or someone else – on the internet. Artificial intelligence is becoming more and more accessible for the general public thanks to websites such as ChatGPT that are opening up a whole world of possibilities […]

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She’s previously said it’s ‘creepy’ Bhad Bhabie said anyone who subscribed to her OnlyFans account when she was 18 should be “in jail.” The rapper, real name Danielle Bregoli, became an internet superstar in 2016 when she appeared on US show Dr Phil and famously told the audience to ‘cash me outside, how ’bout that?’ […]

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It could land you with a £1,000 fine The DVLA (Driving and Vehicle Licensing Agency) is warning drivers in the UK to check their driving licenses if they passed their test before 2015. Motorists are being urged to check their licenses haven’t expired, as licenses run out every 10 years. According to MoneySavingExpert.com, more than […]

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The telling off was ‘more effective’ than the justice system would be A 14-year-old who was involved in the far-right riots earlier this year has avoided prosecution because of the stern telling off he received from his parents. Director of public prosecutions Stephen Parkinson said the telling off he received from his mum and dad […]

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More than a month’s worth of rain could fall in some areas The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for millions across England has heavy rain sweeps over the nation on Monday morning. The warning came into force at 5am this morning (September 23) and is in place until 9pm. It covers areas […]

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‘It’s got a beak at the end of it’ Colin Farrell wore a prosthetic ‘penguin penis’ for a nude scene in The Penguin. The Penguin, the much-anticipated series spin-off to the hugely popular 2022 blockbuster The Batman, landed on Sky and NOW this week. Starring Oscar-nominee Colin Farrell, reprising his role as Oz Cobb aka […]

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Some welcome changes have been made, but fans will recognise familiar faults It’s Christmas weekend for football fans – EA Sports FC 25 is here. The newest installment in the franchise that many of you probably still call FIFA is now available to players through early access, truly signalling that the football season is underway. […]

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The email has landed in accounts across the world People have been warned about a scam email telling them they have been watched through their webcam. As more and more of us rely on our phones for everyday tasks, we need to be increasingly wary of cyber-scams trying to get us to part with cash. […]

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‘Apple just made cheating so much easier’ A feature on Apple’s iOS 18 update has been described as a ‘cheater’s paradise’ by some after it was announced. Earlier this year, Apple unveiled its new software update at its Worldwide Developers Conference, which included features such as a new AI system, improvements to Siri and the […]

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Every week, we’re here, like a quizzing comfort blanket Wrapping you up in comforting general knowledge, soothing sport, pacifying entertainment, before a dash of – but not too much – excitement with some wildcard rounds just to keep you on your toes. Sit back, step away from work, and by the time you get a […]

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Rumours have been swirling about a reunion Simon Bird, star of The Inbetweeners, has responded to rumours that the cast of the sitcom could be reuniting for a return. The Channel 4 series became one of the most popular comedies of the Noughties after hitting screens in 2008, and still has a legion of devoted […]

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If you loved Outnumbered, prepare to feel very old Ramona Marquez – the actress best known for her years as Karen Brockman in ‘Outnumbered’ – has teased fans who think she still looks like her character. The 23-year-old starred in the hugely popular BBC sitcom for as the hilarious Karen throughout the show’s five series-run […]

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Coldplay are playing eight dates in the UK next summer Coldplay have been praised by fans after they announced some tickets for their upcoming UK tour will be available for as little as £20. Over the last few weeks, the subject of ticket prices for major gigs has dominated the news thanks to the Oasis […]

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Enjoy the sun while it lasts A huge 800-mile long storm is set to hit the UK next week, according to weather maps. Currently, the country has been experiencing some pleasant September sunshine, with temperatures on reaching the mid 20s in some areas. But it sounds like you should make the most of it, because […]

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He appeared in the soap for a decade Coronation Street legend Geoffrey Hinsliff has died at the age of 87, it has been announced. Hinsliff was best known for starring as Don Brennan on the cobbles from 1987 to 1997. His passing was confirmed by the ITV soap, with tributes pouring in for the late […]

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Research found pub-goers didn’t complain when their pints were shrunk The government has been urged to shrink the size of ‘pints’ of beer to help the nation’s health. Ever since the 17th century, Britain’s preferred measure for beer and ales has been the imperial measure of a pint. The equivalent of 568ml, this is larger […]

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‘I wasn’t the love of his life’ Jennifer Coolidge used to live with one of her American Pie co-stars whilst they were filming together. Despite appearing in a number of iconic comedy movies throughout the years – notably those helmed by American satirist and Spinal Tap guitarist Christopher Guest – Coolidge, now 60, scored her breakout role […]

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The cast have been filming their final scenes in an iconic location Gavin and Stacey fans have been left wondering where a key character is after seeing some behind the scenes footage from filming for the final ever episode. Back in May, in was announced that series creators and stars Ruth Jones and James Corden […]

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Wetherspoons hasn’t given an end date for the bargain prices Wetherspoons is slashing the prices of some its ales, spirits and lagers this week, with some pints available for as little as £1.79. The reduced prices will appear in the vast majority of the chain’s pubs within days. From today (September 18), customers will be […]

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Stephen King asked for the book to go out of publication himself One of Stephen King’s books will never be printed again because of the controversy it generated. One of the most successful authors of all time, Stephen King has earned the title of the King of Horror thanks to novels such as It, Pet […]

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The company’s owner has seen its share price all but wiped out TGI Fridays is at risk of disappearing from high streets after reports that the hospitality group behind it is on the brink of collapse. All 87 of the American diner chain’s restaurants have been put up for sale by its owner, London-listed company […]

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He’s faced criticism in the past Tim Burton has previously spoken out about why his films feature predominantly white casts as some people have branded the Beetlejuice sequel ‘racist.’ Burton is one of the most popular film figures in American cinema, famous for films such as Beetlejuice, The Nightmare Before Christmas and Edward Scissorhands. But […]

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President Zelenskyy has said he is ‘outraged’ Oleksandr Usyk was placed in handcuffs and detained during an incident at Krakow Airport. Footage filmed on Tuesday night showed the heavyweight world champion being held by police. Usyk was eventually released by police, saying the incident was a “misunderstanding” and thanking people for their concern. He said […]

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Finally, the supercomputer graces us with its knowledge The 2024/25 Champions League gets underway this evening as 36 clubs vie to be crowned kings of Europe. With this season’s tournament marking the start of a bold new era for the competition with its revamped format – which hasn’t gone down too well with players – […]

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She was not aware of her daughter’s death, according to the family The mother of ballerina Michaela DePrince has passed away just 24 hours after her daughter. DePrince passed away suddenly at the age of 29 on September 10, her family announced in a statement last week. It has since been confirmed in a Facebook […]

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A heart-stopping encounter Researchers managed to capture footage of an ancient species that predates most dinosaurs during an expedition to the bottom of the ocean in a sub. It is estimated that only five per cent of the ocean has been explored by humanity, and there’s no doubt there are countless mysteries still lurking in […]

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Council bosses said the comments had been ‘non-inclusive and transphobic’ A local council must pay a lesbian social worker more than £63,000 after she won an employment tribunal over comments she made about a “gender-fluid” dachshund. Elizabeth Pitt was reported to managers at Cambridgeshire country council after she voiced “nasty opinions” about the dog during […]

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Season two of the show is arriving this week Charlie Hunnam has been cast as infamous 1950s serial killer Ed Gein for season three of Netflix’s Monster series. DAHMER – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story became one of Netflix’s biggest shows when it dropped on the streaming service back in 2022. The 10-part true crime series […]

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A hearing into the disaster is taking place A previously-unseen image of the Titan submersible has been released as part of a US Coast Guard inquiry into the tragedy that killed five people. Employees of OceanGate have been giving evidence during the inquest to help better understand the tragic disaster that saw five people die […]

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‘I have cancer… but cancer doesn’t have me’ Radio presenter Jamie Theakston has revealed he has cancer. The Heart DJ announced the news in a post on Instagram on Tuesday morning. He wrote: “The biopsy has identified this as Stage 1 Laryngeal Cancer. “So… I have cancer… but cancer doesn’t have me! “The prognosis is […]

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League One football in the US anyone? Birmingham City CEO Garry Cook has said it is a “great idea” for the club to play against Wrexham in the USA. The two sides faced off last night in a top of the table League One clash at St Andrews. A Jay Stansfield brace helped the West […]

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He has faced multiple accusations of sexual abuse and physical violence in recent months Hip-hop mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been arrested in New York City on unspecified federal charges. The arrest took place in Manhattan overnight and comes after two of the rapper’s properties in Los Angeles and Miami were raided in March. This […]

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It could help you keep your house warm in the coming months The Met Office has advised Brits to shut their curtains around 4pm each day to help fight the cold of autumn and winter. Whilst the UK looks set to bask in some mid-September sun this week, it won’t be too long before the […]

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Time to test yourself It’s been another busy weekend of football, and we’ve got one question for you: were you watching? Each week, we’ll be testing you – and ourselves – on the weekend’s football action, to see just how much you were paying attention. These are the same five questions that you’ll see some […]

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He admitted to having 41 indecent images of children earlier this year Huw Edwards has been sentenced to six month suspended jail sentence for child abuse image offences. He appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Monday morning to be sentenced. This was after he admitted in July to three charges of making indecent images of […]

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‘For a show that was set in the heart of Manhattan, it really lacked diversity’ Friends star Aisha Tyler has criticised the show for its lack of diversity. Tyler became known across the world for her role as Charlie Wheeler in the ninth and tenth seasons of the iconic sitcom. Along with being one of […]

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They filled ‘a third of a cargo plane’ with beer Jeremy Clarkson has admitted he and his co-hosts, Richard Hammond and James May, were ‘mostly smashed’ during filming of the final episode of the Grand Tour. The final ever episode of the Amazon Prime series marks the end of the TV trio’s work together, some […]

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His sons confirmed his passing in a statement Tito Jackson, one of the original members of The Jackson 5 and brother of the late Michael Jackson, has died. His death was confirmed by his three sons Taj, Taryll and TJ Jackson in a statement on Instagram. They wrote: “We are shocked, saddened and heartbroken. Our […]

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‘He’s 100 per cent my pick to be the next James Bond now’ Netflix viewers are hailing a rising British acting star as the ‘next James Bond’ after watching him in a new film. The question of who will be the next James Bond has swirled around the world of film ever since Daniel Craig […]

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The presenter was charged with engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour Jay Blades, host of the much-loved BBC series The Repair Shop, has appeared in court over accusations of abusive behaviour. On Friday, the 54-year-old appeared at Kidderminster Magistrates’ Court where he was charged with engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour, including physical and emotional […]

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Once more unto the breach Ticketmaster has confirmed when the tickets for Oasis’s final shows will go on sale. After all tickets for their original run of 17 shows in July and August next year sold out, the band announced they would be playing two final shows at Wembley on September 27 and 28. Tickets […]

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It serves as a memorial to him A poignant tribute has been left at the site where a man suffered one of the worst deaths imaginable whilst exploring a cave. Back in 2009, John Edward Jones lost his life at the age of just 26 after he became stuck in Nutty Putty Cave, about 55 […]

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The extra-terrestrial apparently had a message for the royal Prince Philip was set to meet up with an alien called ‘Janus’ at a London flat. The bizarre claim has been made in a new documentary called The King of UFOs, which is set to be released on Amazon and Tubi on September 20. The doc […]

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He had a successful career in acting and racing Chad McQueen, star of the Karate Kid and son of Steve McQueen, has died at the age of 63. The sad news was announced by his family, with his lawyer Arthur Barens confirming the actor had passed away from organ failure. The actor’s health complications were […]

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She labelled it ‘heinous incel nonsense’ Elon Musk‘s daughter has slammed him for a “heinous” post he made on social media about Taylor Swift. This week, Swift endorsed Kamala Harris for the US presidency following the presidential debate between the Democrat candidate and her opponent Donald Trump. In a post on Instagram, then popstar said […]

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