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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  • House of the Dragon star forced to limit Instagram comments due to hateful trolls

    House of the Dragon star forced to limit Instagram comments due to hateful trolls

    Some viewers are seemingly unable to separate the character from the actor House of the Dragon star Fabien Frankel has had to start limiting comments on his Instagram account due to abuse he is receiving from trolls. Frankel stars in the Game of Thrones prequel series as Ser Criston Cole. Without wishing to give too […]

    1 year ago

  • Wikileaks founder Julian Assange freed from prison in US plea deal

    Wikileaks founder Julian Assange freed from prison in US plea deal

    He’s spent the last five years behind bars in London Wikileaks founder Julian Assange been freed from prison in the UK and is leaving the country after agreeing a US plea deal. Assange, 52, has been in Belmarsh Prison, London, for the last five years, during which time he has been fighting extradition to the […]

    1 year ago

  • Heinz combines 14 different sauces to make Every Sauce

    Heinz combines 14 different sauces to make Every Sauce

    One sauce to rule them all After decades of making sauces, Heinz has decided that the best idea for its next product was to combine 14 of them. We’re a nation of sauce lovers, with almost a quarter of Brits (23 per cent) admitting to being obsessed with condiments and more than seven out of […]

    1 year ago

  • Here’s everything we know about Jay Slater as search enters second week

    Here’s everything we know about Jay Slater as search enters second week

    It’s been one week since Jay Slater went missing The search for British teenager Jay Slater has entered its second week on Tenerife. Here’s everything we know about his disappearance. When did Slater go missing? The 19-year-old vanished on the Spanish island on Monday June 17. He had travelled there with friends for the NRG […]

    1 year ago

  • Netflix horror is so terrifying that viewers struggle to even finish it

    Netflix horror is so terrifying that viewers struggle to even finish it

    The film is based on a real-life story A horror film on Netflix is so scary and horrifying that people are struggling to watch it all the way through. If you fancy yourself as the sort of horror fan who can stomach pretty much anything, this could be your version of Everest, the final horror […]

    1 year ago

  • Pirates Of The Caribbean actor Tamayo Perry dies after shark attack in Hawaii

    Pirates Of The Caribbean actor Tamayo Perry dies after shark attack in Hawaii

    His body was found on Sunday afternoon A lifeguard and surfer who had featured in a Pirates of the Caribbean film has been found dead after being attacked by a shark in Hawaii. Tamayo Perry, who also appeared in Charlie’s Angels 2 and Blue Crush, was attacked near Goat Island on Sunday afternoon, Honolulu’s emergency […]

    1 year ago

  • Hungary striker Barnabas Varga is ‘okay and healthy’, manager confirms

    Hungary striker Barnabas Varga is ‘okay and healthy’, manager confirms

    Varga sustained a fractured cheek bone in the incident Hungary striker Barnabas Varga is “okay” and “healthy” in hospital after he was stretchered off with an injury during his side’s EURO 2024 match with Scotland. In the second half of the match, Varga collided with Scotland goalkeeper Angus Gunn during a Hungary free kick, leaving […]

    1 year ago

  • How well do you know the managers at Euro 2024?

    How well do you know the managers at Euro 2024?

    Let’s hear it for the managers We’re approaching the business end of the EURO 2024 group stage, and whilst you’re probably all pretty familiar with the players on the pitch by this point, how well do you know their bosses? For your sake, I hope the answer is ‘very well,’ because this quiz is all […]

    1 year ago

  • Justin Timberlake sends message to fans at first concert since arrest

    Justin Timberlake sends message to fans at first concert since arrest

    ‘It’s been a tough week’ Justin Timberlake has addressed his fans at his first concert since his arrest earlier this week for a drink driving offence. Earlier this week, Timberlake was arrested and formally charged with driving while intoxicated in the Hamptons, New York. The singer was arrested at 00:37 when police pulled him over in his […]

    1 year ago

  • Gordon Ramsay speaks out about tragic death of his son Rocky

    Gordon Ramsay speaks out about tragic death of his son Rocky

    Ramsay said the loss resulted in his family becoming closer as a unit Gordon Ramsay has opened up about the grief he and his family went through when his wife Tana suffered a miscarriage five months into her pregnancy. In 2016, Tana experienced a pregnancy loss at 20 weeks. Reflecting on the loss of her […]

    1 year ago

  • The JOE Friday Pub Quiz: week 404

    The JOE Friday Pub Quiz: week 404

    A quiz that can only dream of matching the excitement of Euro 2024 International tournaments are great, aren’t they? In particular, let’s hear it for the 2pm kickoffs. The perfect antidote for an afternoon that’s just dragging a touch. We had Romania thrashing the Ukrainians, Switzerland sweeping past Hungary, the Netherlands getting a late win […]

    1 year ago

  • Netflix viewers just discovering extremely X-rated series that’s flying up Top 10

    Netflix viewers just discovering extremely X-rated series that’s flying up Top 10

    ‘I can’t believe this was a proper show’ Netflix viewers have been left shocked by a late 2000s ITV show which has been added to the streaming platform. Nowadays, your probably more likely to get controversial shows from major streaming platforms or US TV networks. It’s of course HBO who have treated us to the […]

    1 year ago

  • Search for Jay Slater refocuses location on ‘key’ day for missing teenager

    Search for Jay Slater refocuses location on ‘key’ day for missing teenager

    The search has entered its third day The search for missing British teen Jay Slater has been refocused in the north of the island after teams “discounted” information that took them south. Jay Slater, from Oswaldtwistle in Lancashire, had travelled to Tenerife with his friend Lucy Law to attend a music festival. He was last […]

    1 year ago

  • People label Grease ‘misogynistic’ and ‘problematic’ after rewatching

    People label Grease ‘misogynistic’ and ‘problematic’ after rewatching

    ‘It’s just too problematic these days’ It’s undoubtedly one of the most famous musicals of all time, but some have raised issues with parts of Grease after rewatching the film. Released in 1978, Grease was a box-office and commercial hit, launching the careers of John Travolta and Olivia Newton John as Danny and Sandy. The […]

    1 year ago

  • British man sues Apple after wife discovers messages to sex workers on family computer

    British man sues Apple after wife discovers messages to sex workers on family computer

    He’s seeking more than £5m in compensation A British businessman has decided to sue Apple after his wife discovered some illicit messages on the family computer. The unnamed man had sent iMessages to sex workers from his iPhone but landed himself in extremely hot water when these also appeared on the family iMac. He claims […]

    1 year ago

  • Taylor Swift places huge order at local London kebab shop ahead of Wembley shows

    Taylor Swift places huge order at local London kebab shop ahead of Wembley shows

    She’s got some history with the North London takeaway Taylor Swift has reportedly placed a huge order at a London kebab shop for her team ahead of her shows at Wembley Stadium. The singer will perform the first of her Wembley dates on Friday (June 21). Some 90,000 Swifties will pack out the venue for […]

    1 year ago

  • Kylie Jenner breaks down in tears over internet reaction to her filter-free photos

    Kylie Jenner breaks down in tears over internet reaction to her filter-free photos

    She said it was a ‘miracle’ she had any confidence left Kylie Jenner became emotional as she as she discussed the online reaction she had received over her pictures of herself from Paris Fashion Week. Earlier this year, Jenner sported a natural look when she attended the fashion event. She rocked up with a more parred […]

    1 year ago

  • Eminem no longer performs one of his biggest songs and apologised for writing it

    Eminem no longer performs one of his biggest songs and apologised for writing it

    He ‘cringes’ every time he hears it Eminem is undoubtedly one of the most iconic figures in music, and one of the greatest rappers of all time. Hundreds of millions of record sales, critically-acclaimed albums, and dozens of awards – there’s not a lot that the Detroit local hasn’t achieved. But the rapper has deep […]

    1 year ago

  • Just Stop Oil protestors vandalise Stonehenge with orange spray paint

    Just Stop Oil protestors vandalise Stonehenge with orange spray paint

    ‘Standing inert for generations works well for stones – not climate policy’ Just Stop Oil protestors have sprayed parts of Stonehenge with orange powder paint on the eve of the UK’s summer solstice. In footage shared online by the group, the activists can be seen spraying at least two of the landmarks monoliths with an […]

    1 year ago

  • DVLA warning to drivers who passed their test before 2015

    DVLA warning to drivers who passed their test before 2015

    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 […]

    1 year ago

  • Martin Lewis issues warning over using air fryer instead of ovens to cook food

    Martin Lewis issues warning over using air fryer instead of ovens to cook food

    Martin Lewis has advised people to do a simple calculation before cooking Air fryers have been around for more than a decade but it is only in the last year or so that they’ve really taken off. The Airfryer brand was introduced by Philips in 2010, but the term started to be used generically around […]

    1 year ago

  • First look at new Game of Thrones spin-off ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’

    First look at new Game of Thrones spin-off ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’

    Production is underway on the series The first pictures have been released of the new Game of Thrones spin-off ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.’ Filming is underway on the upcoming series in Belfast, Northern Ireland, with the first image showing star Peter Claffey as Ser Duncan the Tall in a crowded street. Set 100 […]

    1 year ago

  • Spaceballs sequel in development with Mel Brooks and Josh Gad

    Spaceballs sequel in development with Mel Brooks and Josh Gad

    It’s been almost 40 years since the much-loved parody was released A Spaceballs sequel is being developed by Amazon MGM Studios, with Josh Gad set to star and Mel Brooks producing. Josh Greenbaum will direct the film from a screenplay by Benji Samit, Dan Hernandez, and Gad, while Kevin Salter will executive produce. Variety reports […]

    1 year ago

  • Justin Timberlake arrested in New York

    Justin Timberlake arrested in New York

    The singer is in custody at a police station, according to reports Justin Timberlake has reportedly been arrested in Long Island, New York on charges of driving while intoxicated. A representative for the Sag Harbor Police Department told TMZ that Timberlake is in custody at the station. Whilst it police have not yet officially confirmed […]

    1 year ago

  • Three children missing after day out at Thorpe Park found safe

    Three children missing after day out at Thorpe Park found safe

    An urgent appeal had been issued by police earlier on Monday Three children who had gone missing following a day at Thorpe Park have been found safe in London, police have said. Khandi, 14, Amelia, nine, and Malik, seven, were reported missing at about 7pm on Monday (June 17) after a visit to the theme […]

    1 year ago

  • Lewis Capaldi pictured for the first time in a year as he teases music comeback

    Lewis Capaldi pictured for the first time in a year as he teases music comeback

    ‘There’s been a sea change in how he’s feeling’ Lewis Capaldi has been pictured in the studio for the first time in a year, giving fans hope that new music could be on the way from the singer. In June last year, the Scot announced he was taking an indefinite break from music and touring […]

    1 year ago

  • David Tennant to star in Netflix adaptation of Richard Osman’s Thursday Murder Club

    David Tennant to star in Netflix adaptation of Richard Osman’s Thursday Murder Club

    Filming is set to get underway at the end of this month David Tennant will star in Netflix’s adaptation of Richard Osman‘s hugely popular crime novel, The Thursday Murder Club. Earlier this year, the streaming platform announced the first names for the cast of the upcoming film, which is set to be written and directed […]

    1 year ago

  • Ryanair selling flights to Italy, Spain and Germany from £16.99 for just 48 hours

    Ryanair selling flights to Italy, Spain and Germany from £16.99 for just 48 hours

    Time to jet off for some much-needed sun Ryanair has announced a 48-hour flash sale on flights to destinations such as Italy, Spain and Germany. Prices on flights will start from as low as £16.99 from today (June 18) for travel throughout June and July. This limited time sale offers an unbeatable selection of breathtaking […]

    1 year ago

  • Police launch search after three children go missing after day out at Thorpe Park

    Police launch search after three children go missing after day out at Thorpe Park

    They were last seen on Monday afternoon in Staines town centre An urgent search is under way for three children who were last seen after a day out at Thorpe Park yesterday. Surrey Police have appealed for information about the whereabouts of Khandi, 14, Amelia, nine, and Malik, seven, who were reported missing just after […]

    1 year ago

  • Cadbury is bringing back iconic chocolate bar 20 years after it was discontinued

    Cadbury is bringing back iconic chocolate bar 20 years after it was discontinued

    The 90s icon is back Cadbury is bringing back a much-loved chocolate bar more than 20 years after it was discontinued. Whilst the chocolate gods sometimes taketh away, they also giveth. This is certainly the latter, and one that is sure to delight any 90s kids out there – the iconic Top Deck bar is […]

    1 year ago

  • Update given on Kylian Mbappé’s EURO 2024 hopes following nose injury

    Update given on Kylian Mbappé’s EURO 2024 hopes following nose injury

    Didier Deschamps has said the injury is ‘really unfortunate for us’ The French Football Federation have given an update on Kylian Mbappé after he suffered a nose injury in France’s opening game of EURO 2024. Mbappé was subbed off – eventually – in the second half of his nation’s game against Austria after suffering a […]

    1 year ago

  • Sir Ian McKellen taken to hospital after falling off stage in London

    Sir Ian McKellen taken to hospital after falling off stage in London

    Sir Ian lost his footing during a fight scene Sir Ian McKellen has been rushed to hospital after he fell off stage during a performance on the West End in London. The 85-year-old was involved in a fight scene during a performance of Player Kings on Monday (June 17) evening at the Noël Coward theatre […]

    1 year ago

  • Vin Diesel invites Putin for dinner in completely ludicrous Father’s Day message

    Vin Diesel invites Putin for dinner in completely ludicrous Father’s Day message

    So many questions Vin Diesel decided to invite Vladimir Putin for dinner as part of a Father’s Day message on social media. In a post on Instagram, the 56-year-old urged the Russian leader to “not let foolishness dictate the future” in a bizarre message. The Fast & Furious star shared an AI generated image of […]

    1 year ago

  • Barista smashes car windscreen after driver throws drink in her face

    Barista smashes car windscreen after driver throws drink in her face

    She’s defended her actions A barista took immediate revenge on a driver who threw their drink in her face by smashing his car windscreen. Emma Lee was working at A Taste of Heaven Espresso in Seattle, USA, when things got heated between her and a regular customer. You can watch the moment below. Lee explained […]

    1 year ago

  • Hungary striker Martin Ádám responds after being body shamed at Euro 2024

    Hungary striker Martin Ádám responds after being body shamed at Euro 2024

    ‘I was born this way, I can’t change genetics’ Hungary striker Martin Ádám has spoken out after he became a viral meme at EURO 2024 because of his appearance. The 6ft3in number nine featured for his country in their 3-1 defeat to Switzerland on Saturday, coming on in the 79 minute of the game. The […]

    1 year ago

  • Popular mouthwash brand ‘could increase risk of bacteria linked to cancer,’ study claims

    Popular mouthwash brand ‘could increase risk of bacteria linked to cancer,’ study claims

    ‘Most people should not be using it’ Researchers have issued a cancer warning about a popular mouthwash brand, urging people not to use the product. Scientists from Institute of Tropical Medicine in Antwerp, Belgium, found that using Listerine Cool Mint mouthwash increased the prevalence of two species of bacteria in people’s mouth. The study discovered […]

    1 year ago

  • Conor McGregor breaks silence after pulling out of UFC return

    Conor McGregor breaks silence after pulling out of UFC return

    McGregor said the decision to cancel his fight had not been ‘made lightly’ Conor McGregor has released his first statement after he was forced to pull out of his comeback fight. The Irishman had been due to take on Michael Chandler at UFC 303 on June 29 in Las Vegas, in what would have been […]

    1 year ago

  • EURO 2024: How and when to watch Spain vs Croatia

    EURO 2024: How and when to watch Spain vs Croatia

    It’s the first triple header of EURO 2024 EURO 2024 is underway and today (June 15) is the first triple bill of action fans will be treated to. After Germany’s demolition of Scotland kicked off the tournament last night, football fans have got three games to look forward to today. Whilst Spain vs Croatia is […]

    1 year ago

  • Arsenal and Everton legend Kevin Campbell dies aged 54

    Arsenal and Everton legend Kevin Campbell dies aged 54

    Tributes have flooded in for the former Premier League striker Former Arsenal and Everton striker Kevin Campbell has died at the age of 54, it has been confirmed. At the end of May, both Arsenal and Everton released statements announcing that Campbell had been admitted to hospital and was seriously ill. And on Saturday morning, […]

    1 year ago

  • Matija Sarkic was named man of the match in last game he played before his death

    Matija Sarkic was named man of the match in last game he played before his death

    The Montenegrin passed away on Saturday morning Matija Sarkic was named man of the match earlier this month in the last game he played before his sudden death. On Saturday morning, Millwall confirmed that Sarkic, who played for the club, had passed away at the age of just 26. Sarkic is reported to have fallen […]

    1 year ago

  • The JOE Friday Pub Quiz: week 403

    The JOE Friday Pub Quiz: week 403

    I’m coming down with something Do you have a weird feeling in your stomach? Are you a bundle of nerves and excitement? Can you not sit still in the office? Is your heart beating faster than usual? Do you have a sudden urge to listen to the Lightning Seeds, or Baccara if you’re Scottish? If […]

    1 year ago

  • Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas will not compete at Olympics after legal battle dismissed

    Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas will not compete at Olympics after legal battle dismissed

    World Aquatics has hailed the decision Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas will not be allowed to compete at the Olympics this year after her legal battle against World Aquatics was dismissed. The 25-year-old had launched legal action against the governing body over their decision to ban transgender women from competing in women’s elite races if they […]

    1 year ago