It’s been described as a ‘new era’ for British politics A new YouGov poll has put Reform just one point behind Labour, pushing the Tories down into third. The poll, which was carried out for Sky News, put Labour on 26 per cent, ahead of Reform on 25 per cent, the Conservatives on 22 per […]

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How closely were you watching the weekend’s football? It’s been another busy weekend of football, and we’ve got one question for you on the FootballJOE Pub Quiz: were you watching? One of the highlights of the footballing calendar, the FA Cup 3rd round didn’t disappoint, with plenty of drama and action unfolding across the country. So, […]

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The gates to hell might be down here on Earth Even if you’re not religious, the concept of heaven and hell are is still a fascinating thing for most of us. You only need to look at our language and day-to-day sayings (‘go to hell’, ‘heavenly’, ‘hellish’) to know how much the idea of heaven […]

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He’s urged people to watch his videos and stream his wife Heidi Montag’s song Spencer Pratt has asked his fans for help after losing his home in the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. For the last week, fires have been ravaging large parts of LA. At the time of writing, the death toll from the blazes […]

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This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. There are a number of factors that can mean you still feel cold even when the heating is on With winter well and truly here, many of you will have the heating on all week. But some of you […]

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He stopped to take the snap on the way to see his girlfriend The photographer behind the world’s “most-viewed” picture was on his way to visit his now-wife when he snapped the iconic image. Rather than spending days, weeks, or even years trying to snap the perfect frame, Chuck O’Rear just happened to be at […]

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The toys have a ‘capacity to inflict physical and psychological harm’ Remote-controlled sex toys could be targeted by hackers, according to new government research. Technology is everywhere in our day-to-day lives, and an increasing number of gadgets now have Bluetooth, meaning they can be controlled remotely and are able to interact with other devices. Whilst […]

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‘Asking her father for permission… what century is this?’ Some people have been left surprised by one particular detail of Tom Holland‘s engagement to Zendaya. Last week, it was reported that the celebrity couple, who have been in a relationship since 2021, were engaged to be married. This was after the actress sparked engagement rumours […]

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He lost his home of 60 years A community sports hero whose home was destroyed in the Los Angeles wildfires has seen more than $800,000 raised for him by locals. Over the last week, devastating wildfires have ravaged large parts of LA. As of Monday morning, the death toll from the fires stands at 24, […]

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‘It was so real, the colours were so vibrant’ A woman revealed what she saw when her heart stopped for 27 minutes. Tina Hines was about to go on a hike with her husband, Brian, in Phoenix, Arizona, in February 2018 when she collapsed as they left. Brian started giving her CPR and managed to […]

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2024 was the first year where global temperatures breached the key warming threshold of 1.5C The Earth has suffered its hottest year on record, as the planet moves ever closer to breaking the crucial 1.5C of warming that could trigger a climate catastrophe. On Friday, the European Copernicus climate service, which is one of the […]

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The fires have ripped through large parts of Los Angeles Devastating wildfires have been ripping through Los Angeles in recent days, killing 10 people. destroying more than 10,000 properties and forcing thousands to flee their homes. Five blazes are still active in the region, including the Palisades Fire, which is the largest fire of the […]

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The issue was brought under the spotlight last year when Oasis tickets went on sale The government has revealed plans to put a cap on the price of resale tickets as part of efforts to clamp-down on touts. The proposed cap would apply to tickets to live events such as sport, music, comedy and theatre, […]

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Each season will move back in time The IT prequel series ‘Welcome to Derry’ is already planned to run for three seasons, according to creator Andy Muschetti. One of the most anticipated TV releases of 2025, the series from Warner Bros. Television is set in the fictional Maine town of Derry, where Stephen King’s classic […]

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Police have said they believe the latest fire to break out was intentionally ignited A man has been detained on suspicion of starting one of the Los Angeles wildfires, the LA Police Department has announced. Five wildfires are currently still active in LA, killing 10 people and destroying more than 10,000 properties across the region. […]

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You’re all faithfuls here We’re all watching the Traitors aren’t we? If you’re not, because you think it’s ‘crap TV’, ‘not that good’ or you ‘just don’t get Claudia Winkleman’ then you need to stop lying to yourself and grow up. I know that when everyone raves about a show you’ve not seen, it can […]

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Hilton said the fires were ‘heartbreaking’ Paris Hilton has revealed she has lost her family home in the devastating wildfires ripping through Los Angeles. Some 1,900 buildings and structures have been destroyed as six blazes continue to burn in and around the city, and more than 130,000 people are under evacuation orders in the metropolitan […]

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Lynch said he was ‘immensely proud’ to have been part of the ‘struggle for a fairer society for all’ Union leader Mick Lynch has announced he is retiring at the age of 63. Having joined the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) in 1993, Lynch served as assistant general secretary and two […]

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Fires started in the Hollywood Hills on Wednesday night The iconic Hollywood sign is under threat from wildfires that are spreading rapidly across Los Angeles. Some 1,900 buildings and structures have been destroyed as blazes continue to burn in and around the city, and more than 130,000 people are under evacuation orders in the metropolitan […]

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Some of the School of Rock cast were in attendance at th wedding Two stars of School of Rock have tied the knot, more than two decades after they first met on the set of the film. Released in 2003, the musical comedy starred Jack Black as a struggling guitarist who pretends to be substitute […]

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Several A-listers have lost homes in the infernos Celebrities have had to evacuate and many have seen their homes destroyed as wildfires continue to spread rapidly across Los Angeles. Some 1,900 buildings and structures have been destroyed as six blazes continue to burn in and around the city, and more than 130,000 people are under […]

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The ban will be part of the government’s Renters’ Rights Bill Labour is set to ban landlords from charging more than a month’s rent upfront as part of planned rent reforms. The government has said it will ban the practice as part of its new Renters’ Rights Bill. As part of the bill, landlords will […]

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The virus can be very similar to the flu A surge in cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, in the UK and other nations, prompting some concern about the virus. First identified in the Netherlands in 2001, HMPV is a flu-like respiratory disease that will lead to a mild upper respiratory tract infection. It spreads through direct […]

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‘I’ve cried too many tears to count’ Meghan Markle has said she is “devastated” following the death of her dog, guy. The Duchess of Sussex announced the sad news in an emotional post on Instagram, in which she thanked the dog for “so many years of unconditional love.” She had adopted the beagle from an […]

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‘He changed my life on Christmas Eve’ A singe mum has spoken about how her life was “completely changed” after rapper Post Malone left a huge tip for her on Christmas Eve. Renee Brown had been working at The Railyard bar in Houston, Texas, when Post Malone walked in. The music superstar was in the […]

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Cases of the flu-like illness are on the rise A surge in cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, in China has sparked concern and prompted some fears of another pandemic. In recent weeks, pictures have spread online of crowds of masked people in hospitals in the country, and Beijing has acknowledged a surge in case […]

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‘The royals appear to believe they can act with impunity’ Prince Andrew has been reported to the police over claims he used a fake name to register a company. The report was made by Graham Smith, who runs the anti-monarchy group Republic. He claims the Duke of York used the pseudonym ‘Andrew Inverness’ when he […]

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How closely were you watching the weekend’s football? It’s been another busy weekend of football, and we’ve got one question for you on the FootballJOE Pub Quiz: were you watching? It was the first weekend of action of 2025, and it didn’t disappoint, with goals everywhere you look (unless you’re an Everton fan), plenty of drama […]

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The BRUV party’s charter has been labelled a ‘mix of North Korea and homoeroticism’ Andrew Tate has been ridiculed after launching the ‘BRUV Party’ as part of his apparent hopes of becoming UK Prime Minister. It’s been a chaotic few days of politics to start 2025, with Elon Musk taking aim at Keir Starmer’s government, […]

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It may be useful in the summer, but in winter it’s best not to touch the air recirculation button We’ve all been there. You’re running late one winter’s morning, you rush out to your car only to realise you’ve got a sheet of ice to scrape off the windscreen before you can go anywhere. In […]

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Image credit: Getty They’ve been described as ‘killing machines’ There has been a surge in interest in a breed of dog labelled as ‘an XL bully on steroids’ since the ban on the breed came in. Last year, a ban was put in place in England and Wales making it illegal to own an XL […]

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‘This SHOOK me’ Attentive Squid Game viewers reckon they’ve spotted a small but crucial detail in the series which reveals the identity of Front Man. Season two of the hit Netflix series was released on Boxing Day, meaning many have already finished watching the second installment of the dystopian South Korean show. Set three years […]

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Brexit and funding issues contributed to delays in the project Work is finally coming to an end on a UK road after more than two decades. Back in 2002, a complex road upgrade project began on the A465 Heads of the Valleys road linking Swansea to Monmouthshire in South Wales. The aim was to turn […]

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More than half of voters have a lower opinion of the prime minister after his first six months in power One in four people who voted for Labour at last year’s general election say they now regret doing so, a new poll has found. Research from More in Common found that 24 per cent of […]

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The comedian didn’t hold back Golden Globes host Nikki Glaser has been praised by viewers for her performance at the awards ceremony, which included some risqué jokes. The comedian, best known for her appearances in celebrity roasts, was hosting the awards for the first time, replacing last year’s host Jo Koy. And whilst Koy got […]

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The Diddy joke prompted a controversial reaction online Golden Globes host Nikki Glaser draw gasps from the star-studded crowd after she made a controversial joke about P Diddy. Glaser was host of the awards ceremony this year after last year’s host Jo Koy was met with a lukewarm reception from both those in attendance and […]

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Use the de-icer and scraper instead We’ve all been there. You’re running late one winter’s morning, you get in your car and then remember you’ve got to wait another five minutes for your windscreen to defrost. However it turns out that if you leave your car engine running as you do this, you could end […]

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‘We’re only three days into 2025 and we’ve already got the TV moment of the year’ Viewers of The Traitors were left baffled when one of Britain’s most infamous serial killers, Harold Shipman, became a subject of conversation during Friday night’s episode. The hit reality TV series returned to screens on New Year’s Day and […]

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Put that ice scraper down A video on social media has highlighted a button that de-ices your car windscreen in seconds – and most people had no idea it even existed. The trusty scraper is the go-to but somewhat taxing method of clearing the a frosty windscreen, but a TikTok account has revealed the simple […]

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‘We are far away from any progress’ Mohamed Salah has said this season is his “last year in the club” in a new interview about his Liverpool future. The Egyptian forward is in the final year of his contract at Liverpool, and with the January transfer window now open he is free to talk to […]

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Just click on the ‘key point’ you want to read about or keep scrolling for all updates. Who will take home the biggest prize in darts – Luke Littler or Michael Van Gerwen? The climax of the PDC World Darts Championship 2025 takes place tonight as Luke Littler takes on Michael Van Gerwen in the […]

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Young said he had initially pulled out of the festival due to an ‘error in the information I received’ Neil Young will headline the Pyramid Stage at this year’s Glastonbury after having initially pulled out of the festival, Emily Eavis has announced. Earlier this week, the 79-year-old announced he and his band would not play […]

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Tributes have poured in for the TV producer Britt Allcroft, the creator of the much-loved Thomas the Tank Engine TV series, has died aged 81. The TV producer was the mind behind the beloved children’s show after she secured the rights to adapt the Reverend Wilbert Awdry’s Railway Series books in the 1970s. Allcroft adapted […]

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Apple has denied any wrongdoing Apple has agreed to pay $95 million (£76m) to settle lawsuit accusing iPhones of listening to their owners’ conversations. The tech giant had been accused of deploying its virtual assistant Siri to eavesdrop on people through their phones without their knowledge. Apple filed the proposed settlement in a federal court […]

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The government limited cut winter fuel payments earlier this year Charity Age UK has warned that old people are “worried and anxious about turning on their heating” as temperatures plummet below freezing across the country. The UK is in the midst of a cold snap that saw temperatures drop well below freezing on Thursday night. […]

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He won’t be taking all of it home though Luke Littler has guaranteed himself a huge payday after he reached the final of the World Darts Championship for the second year running. The 17-year-old thrashed Stephen Bunting 6-1 in the semi-finals on Thursday night to move within one game of darts’ biggest prize. He will […]

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2025 is go Happy New Year quizzers. 2025 is here and, no matter what it throws at you, this quiz will aim to guide you through the next 12 months as usual. Along with being the start of a new year, we are now also into the second half of the decade. Yes, it may […]

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There are far more benefits than just having no hangovers Dry January has become a yearly tradition for some Brits, and with the bleak month about to begin, it’s once again time to put those beveraginos down. While a month off might not seem like much – or, maybe too much for some – the […]

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The real 12 days of Christmas – are over It’s been emotional guys. We’ve shared 120 questions over the last 12 days, starting in a world where you weren’t sick of the sight of turkey for another year and hadn’t pickled your liver for a week. No doubt many of you are reading this tad […]

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