Charlie Herbert

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Charlie Herbert is a senior trending writer, who covers a variety of news and life stories. He joined JOE in March 2021, and his main areas of interest are sport and entertainment. Since then he has written several in-depth articles on subjects such as COP26, the Olympics, the Super Bowl and EURO 2020.

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  • Peaky Blinders pay tribute to Helen McCrory after she dies aged 52

    Peaky Blinders pay tribute to Helen McCrory after she dies aged 52

    ‘All our love and thoughts are with Helen’s family’ Tributes have been coming in from across the world of acting and television honouring Peaky Blinders star Helen McCrory, after she passed away at the age of 52. The news was announced on Friday by her husband Damian Lewis in an emotional post on Twitter. Lewis […]

    5 years ago

  • The Bill set to return to TV with three original cast members ‘in talks’

    The Bill set to return to TV with three original cast members ‘in talks’

    The classic cop drama could be set to return to our screens Police drama The Bill looks set for a revival after writers acquired the original rights to the much-loved show. With two new series lined up and three original cast members rumoured to be returning, negotiations are apparently in progress with channels who may […]

    5 years ago

  • Boris Johnson to visit India despite rising cases and evidence of new variant

    Boris Johnson to visit India despite rising cases and evidence of new variant

    The PM is aiming to strike a trade deal with the country Prime Minister Boris Johnson is still set to travel to India later this month despite soaring coronavirus case rates and fears of a new variant there. The trip will be shorter than planned, but Downing Street has confirmed that it will definitely go […]

    5 years ago

  • Nigel Farage ‘pranked’ into wishing happy birthday to ‘Huge Anus’

    Nigel Farage ‘pranked’ into wishing happy birthday to ‘Huge Anus’

    It’s a classic gag A clip of a Nigel Farage Cameo message is doing the rounds on social media in which he wishes a certain Hugh Janus a happy birthday. The current Reform UK party leader/former UKIP leader/former Brexit Party leader (who has, despite all this, never won a seat in Parliament) has made the […]

    5 years ago

  • DUP leader Arlene Foster sues TV doctor for defamation

    DUP leader Arlene Foster sues TV doctor for defamation

    Who had Arlene Foster suing the Embarrassing Bodies guy on their 2021 bingo card? Leader of the DUP and Northern Ireland’s first minister Arlene Foster is suing TV presenter Dr Christian Jessen for defamation. Foster claims that Jessen, best known for presenting Channel 4 programme Embarrassing Bodies, made an “attack” on her marriage after tweeting […]

    5 years ago

  • Adam Perkins, known for ‘Welcome to Chili’s’ Vine, dies aged 24

    Adam Perkins, known for ‘Welcome to Chili’s’ Vine, dies aged 24

    His twin brother has said that he has lost his “best friend” Viral Vine star Adam Perkins, best known for his “Welcome to Chilis” video, has died at the age of 24. His twin brother Patrick Perkins confirmed the news in a post on Instagram. In the post, Patrick wrote: “I can’t even really put […]

    5 years ago

  • Tesco customer orders apples and gets sent a brand new Apple iPhone instead

    Tesco customer orders apples and gets sent a brand new Apple iPhone instead

    He was told there was “a surprise” on his click and collect order A Tesco shopper was left stunned after the supermarket substituted a bag of apples on his order with a brand new iPhone. Nick James, 50, was collecting his shop from his local store in Twickenham when staff told him that there was […]

    5 years ago

  • Egypt seizes Ever Given ship and demands owner pay almost $1 billion

    Egypt seizes Ever Given ship and demands owner pay almost $1 billion

    Authorities have “officially impounded” the infamous container ship Suez Canal authorities have seized the Ever Given as part of a dispute with the ship’s owners after the huge cargo vessel blocked the trade route last month. The container ship will not be allowed to leave the country until compensation has been paid by the ship’s […]

    5 years ago

  • The Rock says he will run for President if people want him to

    The Rock says he will run for President if people want him to

    It’s the news that the free world has been waiting for Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has confirmed that he would be prepared to run for president if people want him to. It’s after a recent poll found that 46% of American would support The Rock if he ran for office. In an Instagram post referencing […]

    5 years ago

  • Flatpack expert charges people to assemble Ikea furniture after job loss

    Flatpack expert charges people to assemble Ikea furniture after job loss

    Everyone’s got a skill A man who lost his job during the pandemic has found a successful new revenue stream for himself by offering to put together people’s flatpack furniture. Waz Mahmood lost his job as a trainee construction site manager in September, and after having previously built Ikea flat packs for people as a […]

    5 years ago

  • Will Smith pulls production of movie from Georgia over voting law

    Will Smith pulls production of movie from Georgia over voting law

    “The new Georgia voting laws are reminiscent of voting impediments that were passed at the end of Reconstruction to prevent many Americans from voting” Will Smith and director Antoine Fuqua have announced that they have pulled the production of their new film from Georgia in protest against the state’s controversial new voting laws. The movie […]

    5 years ago

  • Bitcoin price hits all-time high as crypto market surges

    Bitcoin price hits all-time high as crypto market surges

    The price of the cryptocurrency has hit $62,000 The price of bitcoin hit a record high on Tuesday, as the crypto market continues to experience a boom. Over the past 12 months bitcoin has risen in value by more than 1,000 per cent, and at the time of writing the price of one bitcoin stands […]

    5 years ago

  • Harvey Weinstein reportedly going blind and losing teeth in prison

    Harvey Weinstein reportedly going blind and losing teeth in prison

    He is currently serving 23 years in prison for rape and sexual assault Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer has said that the disgraced film producer is going blind and has lost several teeth in prison. It’s after Weinstein appeared virtually in a New York court to fight extradition to Los Angeles, where he has been indicted on […]

    5 years ago

  • Uber CEO says company are considering cannabis delivery

    Uber CEO says company are considering cannabis delivery

    “When the road is clear for cannabis, when federal laws come into play, we’re absolutely going to take a look at it” The CEO of Uber has revealed in an interview that the company are considering the prospect of delivering cannabis in the future. It will be dependent on federal law and regulation but, despite […]

    5 years ago

  • Trump spotted with another Coke bottle despite calling for boycott

    Trump spotted with another Coke bottle despite calling for boycott

    He just can’t help himself Despite calling for people to boycott the company and stop buying Coca-Cola, Donald Trump has yet again been spotted drinking it. Earlier this month, the former president released a statement asking his fans and fellow Republicans to boycott Coca-Cola and several other large franchises as a fight-back against “WOKE CANCEL […]

    5 years ago

  • George Floyd was killed by police, not heart or drug issues, says cardiologist

    George Floyd was killed by police, not heart or drug issues, says cardiologist

    The doctor said Floyd’s death was “absolutely preventable” A cardiologist has told the court in Derek Chauvin’s trial that pre-existing heart conditions and drug use were not the causes of George Floyd’s death. Former Minneapolis Police officer Chauvin is accused of killing Floyd by kneeling on his neck for over eight minutes, in an incident […]

    5 years ago

  • BBC’s Prince Philip coverage sets British TV complaints record

    BBC’s Prince Philip coverage sets British TV complaints record

    Over 110,000 people have complained to the broadcaster The BBC’s blanket coverage of Prince Philip’s death on Friday has broken the UK television complaints record. At least 110,994 people have complained to the BBC, making it the most complained-about moment in British television history. Viewers expressed their anger and annoyance at the decision to cancel […]

    5 years ago

  • Inhaled asthma drug ‘shortens Covid recovery and could be significant for world’

    Inhaled asthma drug ‘shortens Covid recovery and could be significant for world’

    The drug has been shown to significantly help the recovery of those who don’t need hospital treatment Scientists at Oxford University have found that budesonide, an inhaled drug commonly used to treat asthma, can help quicken recovery for over-50s by three days. The drug, which is cheap and readily available, is administered via an inhaler […]

    5 years ago

  • Logan Paul was on the receiving end of a Stunner at WrestleMania

    Logan Paul was on the receiving end of a Stunner at WrestleMania

    The internet star was dealt with by Kevin Owens on his WWE debut Logan Paul was served a Stunner by Kevin Owens at WrestleMania. The Youtuber-turned-boxer has been attending the event in Florida as Sami Zayn’s “special guest of honour. However after Owens beat his rival Zayn, Logan pushed Zayn to the ground before triumphantly […]

    5 years ago

  • Putin officially bans same-sex marriage and stops trans people adopting

    Putin officially bans same-sex marriage and stops trans people adopting

    The constitutional changes are based on “a belief in God” Russia has now officially banned same-sex marriage after a number of amendments were made to the country’s constitution this week. The constitution now says that marriage can only exist between a man and a woman. The amendments also mean that trans people are no longer […]

    5 years ago

  • Prince Harry issues new statement after death of Prince Philip

    Prince Harry issues new statement after death of Prince Philip

    “Master of the barbecue, legend of banter” Prince Harry has released a heartfelt statement regarding the recent passing od his grandfather Prince Philip. The Duke of Sussex described his grandfather as “a man of service, honour and great humour” in a beautifully human statement. He went on to say that whilst the Duke of Edinburgh […]

    5 years ago

  • Piers Morgan names Fergie as ‘royal who backed him’ over Meghan Markle comments

    Piers Morgan names Fergie as ‘royal who backed him’ over Meghan Markle comments

    Morgan apparently got a supportive text message from the Duchess of York Piers Morgan, the nation’s narcissist and snowflake extraordinaire, has named Fergie as the royal who supported him in the aftermath of his Good Morning Britain temper tantrum in March. Morgan stepped down from his role on GMB after he received widespread criticism from […]

    5 years ago

  • Son Heung-min racially abused after Tottenham’s defeat by Manchester United

    Son Heung-min racially abused after Tottenham’s defeat by Manchester United

    “Another matchday and more abhorrent racial abuse suffered by one of our players” Son Heung-min has become the latest Premier League player to suffer racist abuse on social media. The Tottenham star started and scored in his side’s 3-1 defeat to Manchester United on Sunday, and was also involved in a controversial incident that saw […]

    5 years ago

  • Drinkers head to pub in freezing conditions for midnight pints

    Drinkers head to pub in freezing conditions for midnight pints

    It takes more than a bit of cold to get between us Brits and a pint Drinkers across the country ventured out to their local pub as the clock struck twelve last night and pubs were finally allowed to reopen for business. As of 12.01am on Monday, bars and pubs across the land were allowed […]

    5 years ago

  • Bars announce plans to open at 12:01am on Monday

    Bars announce plans to open at 12:01am on Monday

    Bringing a new meaning to the term ‘nightcap’ Two bars in Newcastle have announced their plans to open a minute after midnight on Monday 12 April. Switch and The Bank are both inviting customers to come down and celebrate the reopening of hospitality venues on Monday by serving customers as the clock strikes midnight. Pubs […]

    5 years ago

  • Meghan Markle will not attend Prince Philip’s funeral

    Meghan Markle will not attend Prince Philip’s funeral

    The Duchess of Sussex will not travel due to her pregnancy Meghan Markle will not be attending the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral on doctor’s advice, according to Buckingham Palace. Markle is heavily pregnant with her and Prince Harry’s second child and has therefore been advised not to fly over to the UK for Prince Philip’s […]

    5 years ago

  • Rachael Blackmore becomes first woman ever to win Grand National

    Rachael Blackmore becomes first woman ever to win Grand National

    Blackmore rode home on 11/1 shot Minella Times to take racing’s greatest crown Rachael Blackmore has become the first woman to win the Grand National in the event’s 182-year history. In a huge moment for not just the history of the race, but also the history of the sport, Blackmore pulled clear of the field […]

    5 years ago

  • Friday Night Dinner fans have crumble in honour of Paul Ritter

    Friday Night Dinner fans have crumble in honour of Paul Ritter

    Fans shared pics of their ‘crimble crumble’ on social media Fans of Friday Night Dinner have been treating themselves to some crumble in honour of Paul Ritter. The actor, who played father of the family Martin Goodman, passed away on Monday after suffering from a brain tumour. The television world along with the cast and […]

    5 years ago

  • Fireworks set off during two minutes’ silence at Celtic game

    Fireworks set off during two minutes’ silence at Celtic game

    The incident happened before the Glasgow side’s clash with Livingston on Saturday afternoon Fireworks were heard being set off during the minute’s silence to remember the Duke of Edinburgh before Celtic’s game against Livingstone in the Scottish Premiership. The fireworks appeared to be set off outside the ground, and interrupted the moment’s silence. Ahead of […]

    5 years ago

  • Maya Jama criticised for ‘disrespectful’ video outside Buckingham Palace

    Maya Jama criticised for ‘disrespectful’ video outside Buckingham Palace

    The TV presenter posted the video on her Instagram on Friday Maya Jama has been on the receiving end of some particularly harsh criticism for a ‘disrespectful’ video that she posted outside Buckingham Palace in the aftermath of Prince Philip’s death. The 26-year-old had shared the video to her 2.1 million followers on her story, […]

    5 years ago

  • Prince Philip refused return to hospital in days before his death

    Prince Philip refused return to hospital in days before his death

    The Queen was by Prince Philip’s side during his final days It has been reported that Prince Philip refused to return to hospital prior to his death, and insisted on looking after himself. The Duke of Edinburgh had previously spent a month in hospital for an infection before being discharged on March 16, but this […]

    5 years ago

  • Phoebe Waller-Bridge to star as female lead in new Indiana Jones Film

    Phoebe Waller-Bridge to star as female lead in new Indiana Jones Film

    It’s more Hollywood involvement for the Fleabag star The makers of Indiana Jones, Lucasfilms, have announced that Phoebe Waller-Bridge has been cast as the female lead in the fifth-installment of the franchise. The Fleabag creator, who was also recently involved as a writer on the new James Bond film No Time To Die, will appear […]

    5 years ago

  • UK could reach herd immunity by Monday, study claims

    UK could reach herd immunity by Monday, study claims

    75% of the UK population could now have antibodies A study from University College London (UCL) has suggested that the UK population is on the cusp of reaching herd immunity in the battle against Covid-19. According to researchers at the university, up to three-quarters of the population will have antibodies in their system as a […]

    5 years ago

  • Prince Harry plans UK return for Prince Philip’s funeral

    Prince Harry plans UK return for Prince Philip’s funeral

    The Duke of Sussex is “united in grief” with his family Prince Harry is planning to return to the UK for the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral, after the sad news that Prince Philip had passed away on Friday morning at the age of 99. It will be the first time that Harry has returned to […]

    5 years ago

  • More than six million Brits are now fully vaccinated against coronavirus

    More than six million Brits are now fully vaccinated against coronavirus

    The number of second doses given out on Wednesday was over 400,000 More than 6,000,000 people in the UK have now received both doses of Covid-19 vaccine and are now fully fully vaccinated against the virus. It is after 408,396 second jabs were administered on Wednesday, just the second time that the number had exceeded […]

    5 years ago

  • The 50 best chippies in the UK have been revealed

    The 50 best chippies in the UK have been revealed

    Forget the BAFTAs or Grammies, this is an award we can get invested in Fry Magazine have announced their 50 best fish and chip shops in the country. After a rigorous judging process in which chippies across the land were visited by a mystery shopper and assessed on everything from food quality to customer service, […]

    5 years ago

  • Friday Night Dinner celebration episode to be dedicated to Paul Ritter

    Friday Night Dinner celebration episode to be dedicated to Paul Ritter

    Ritter died of a brain tumour on Monday April 6 Friday Night Dinner‘s 10th anniversary special will be dedicated to much-loved actor and star of the show Paul Ritter. The actor, who played Martin Goodman in the popular sitcom, tragically passed away from a brain tumour on Monday 6 April. He was only 54 years […]

    5 years ago

  • Homesick teen nailed himself into crate and mailed himself home from Australia

    Homesick teen nailed himself into crate and mailed himself home from Australia

    The incredible journey took place in 1965 A homesick man who managed to airmail himself in a wooden box so that he could get home to Britain from Australia is searching for his two mates who helped him. Brian Robson was 19 and living in Australia at the time, but wanted to go home. However […]

    5 years ago

  • Hancock says UK has enough Pfizer and Moderna vaccines for all under-30s

    Hancock says UK has enough Pfizer and Moderna vaccines for all under-30s

    “The speed of the vaccine programme is not affected by the decisions yesterday” Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said that the UK has “more than enough” Pfizer and Moderna vaccines to cover all under-30s after the news on Wednesday that this age group would no longer be offered the AstraZeneca jab. Hancock also confirmed that […]

    5 years ago

  • Bus hijacked and left to freewheel as Belfast violence continues

    Bus hijacked and left to freewheel as Belfast violence continues

    Crowds threw petrol bombs and fireworks as well Belfast suffered another night of violence as clashes between loyalist and nationalist continued. A bus was attacked and hijacked, with another set alight, in scenes that Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said “deeply concerned” him. Several police officers have also been injured in the violence in the […]

    5 years ago

  • Scientist claims adding milk before water improves the flavour of your tea

    Scientist claims adding milk before water improves the flavour of your tea

    Nice to know that some scientists have still got free time on their hands Professor Alan Mackie, from the School of Food Science and Nutrition at Leeds University, seems to have taken a swipe at the very foundations of our country. Professor Mackie has suggested that you may need to add the milk to your […]

    5 years ago

  • Covid passports could be required for clothes shopping after 21 June

    Covid passports could be required for clothes shopping after 21 June

    Only essential stores would be ruled out from needing a form of Covid-status certification So-called “Covid passports” may be required for customers to enter clothes shops in England after all lockdown restrictions are lifted on 21 June. In a briefing document circulated on Monday by Downing Street, the government confirmed that it was considering “Covid-status […]

    5 years ago

  • ‘Mrs Sri Lanka’ injured after dramatic on-stage bust-up over crown

    ‘Mrs Sri Lanka’ injured after dramatic on-stage bust-up over crown

    The pageant winner went to hospital with head injuries Beauty queen Pushpika De Silva had the crown taken off her head by the previous year’s winner, who claimed that De Silva could not win the title as she was a divorced woman. De Silva had won the Mrs Sri Lanka title at the ceremony on […]

    5 years ago

  • Line of Duty fans realise they’ve seen that prison guard before

    Line of Duty fans realise they’ve seen that prison guard before

    The fan theories are flying all over the places this series Eagle-eyed Line of Duty fans have spotted the reappearance of a familiar prison guard from a previous series of the BBC drama. And, shock, she’s a bent copper. Before going any further, if it wasn’t already clear: spoiler warning. In Sunday’s episode, Farida Jatri, […]

    5 years ago

  • Jesse Lingard reveals how he wound up Neto after West Ham beat Wolves

    Jesse Lingard reveals how he wound up Neto after West Ham beat Wolves

    It was handbags after the final whistle at Molineux Jesse Lingard has revealed what exactly it was that got Pedro Neto so annoyed after West Ham beat Wolves on Monday night. After West Ham beat the West Midlands side 3-2 in a thriller, there was a coming together between the two players, resulting in the […]

    5 years ago

  • Sadiq Khan to launch review into legalising cannabis in London

    Sadiq Khan to launch review into legalising cannabis in London

    It’s one of his pledges if he is re-elected as mayor of the capital Sadiq Khan has announced that he will launch a review looking at the issue of cannabis legalisation. The Mayor of London has said that it will be part of a new approach to tackling drug-related crime in the capital. If re-elected […]

    5 years ago

  • Rebecca Welch becomes first female referee to officiate EFL game

    Rebecca Welch becomes first female referee to officiate EFL game

    She has taken charge of Harrogate vs Port Vale this afternoon Rebecca Welch has become the first woman to referee an English Football League game in the competition’s 132 year history. Welch is the highest-ranked female referee in English football, and has been refereeing for more than a decade. She has previously refereed the Women’s […]

    5 years ago