He lost almost 25kg 50 Cent once underwent an extreme body transformation for a film that some people thought was a hoax. Whilst most people will be aware of the rapper for his hit songs such as In da Club and 21 Questions, he’s also had a pretty long career in film as well. The […]

2 years ago

Festival organisers have issued an update Stages at Leeds Festival have been shut for the day and performances cancelled as extreme winds batter the site. The hugely popular music event is taking place this weekend, but festival-goers have been battling 60mph gusts as Storm Lilian hit Bramham Park. The winds were so strong that festival […]

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It’s been labelled ‘one of 2024’s most atrocious films’ The remake of The Crow has opened to poor reviews, and currently has a score of just 22 per cent on Rotten Tomatoes. The much-anticipated remake of the 1994 cult classic sees Bill Skarsgard star as main character Eric Draven, and was released in cinemas on […]

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It’s another Friday pub quiz, for my sins You all love quizzes, I know you do. Quite frankly, it would be psychotic if you were here, reading this, with 25 quiz questions awaiting you, if you didn’t like quizzes. So because you’re a keen quizzing fan like myself, here’s something that could to be right […]

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Temperatures in the hot springs can reach boiling point Yellowstone national park is one of the most breathtaking areas of natural beauty in the world. The area is perhaps best known for its hot springs and geysers, but whilst spectacular, they can also prove to be very dangerous. Yellowstone sits above one of the largest […]

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‘It will be with Charles’s blessing’ A royal expert has claimed that King Charles has given Kate Middleton permission to do the one thing he never wanted Princess Diana to do. The monarch is said to have given Kate his blessing for her and Prince William to take centre stage in the royal family, despite […]

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For much of the last 15 years, the main debate in football has revolved around two men: Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Whilst both are widely acknowledged as two of the greatest footballers of all time, fans and pundits have argued until they’re blue in the face about who is better. Between them they have […]

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Tate is already awaiting trial over human trafficking and rape charges Andrew Tate‘s houses have been searched by Romanian police as authorities investigate new allegations into the misogynistic influencer. The 37-year-old is already awaiting trial on allegations of rape and human trafficking. But prosecutors have said he could now face additional charges of sex with, […]

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Rumours continue to swirl about the Face/Off sequel John Travolta and Nicolas Cage are reportedly set to return for a Face/Off sequel. For those of you who aren’t familiar with this particular piece of groundbreaking cinema, Face/Off is an action thriller directed by John Woo. The film follows Sean Archer (Travolta), and FBI agent on […]

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Her death was announced in April Popular TikToker Kyle Marisa Roth’s cause of death has been revealed following her passing earlier this year. The content creator, who was best known for her celebrity ‘tea spills’ and ‘blind items’, died at the age of 36 back in April. She had more than 269,000 on TikTok and […]

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‘Don’t be sorry, smile’ Sven-Goran Eriksson has delivered a poignant final goodbye and revealed how he would like people to remember him as part of a new documentary looking back on his life. In January this year, the former England manager revealed he had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and had been told he had […]

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Laverne shared a post on social media announcing the news BBC presenter Lauren Laverne has revealed she has been undergoing treatment following a cancer diagnosis. The 46-year-old has been a regular on BBC radio and television for many years, and currently presents the iconic Radio 4 show Desert Island Discs. In a post on Instagram […]

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‘Bennifer’ is no more Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have broken up after Lopez filed for divorce from the actor. The Hollywood couple, who were dubbed ‘Bennifer’, married in Las Vegas in 2022, almost 20 years after they called off their first engagement together. But Lopez filed for divorce on Tuesday, exactly two years from […]

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He ‘wasn’t able to move or drink or eat anymore’ by the time he was admitted to hospital with mpox An mpox patient has described some of the “horrendous symptoms” he suffered after contracting the virus in 2022. In recent days, fears have grown about a global outbreak of a new strain of the viral […]

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The energy price cap had fallen ahead of the summer The average household energy bill is set to rise by almost £150 in October when the new energy price cap comes into effect. Energy consultancy Cornwall Insights predicts the annual energy bill for a typical household will increase by 9 per cent to £1,714 on […]

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Tributes have ben paid to the ‘much-loved husband’ The co-defendant of a British-Irish billionaire currently missing in Italy has died after being hit by a car. Stephen Chamberlain, 52, was the co-defendant of tech tycoon Mike Lynch in a US trial in which both men faced charges of fraud and conspiracy. This was in relation […]

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The plans could add thousands onto compensation payouts Staff who are repeatedly contacted by their bosses out of hours about work could be entitled to thousands in compensation, under government plans. Labour has said it plans to introduce a right to switch off, which would put a barrier between their working and home lives. The […]

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‘The Premier League is a better place with Jamie Vardy in it’ Jamie Vardy brutally mocked Tottenham fans after scoring against them, with football fans hailing the return of the ‘legendary s***house’ to the Premier League. On Monday evening, Leicester hosted Spurs in the final game of the opening round of the 2024/25 Premier League […]

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She is thought to have reached out privately to the victims’ families as well Taylor Swift has met with survivors of the Southport stabbing, inviting them and their families backstage before one of her Wembley shows. The pop superstar met two of the girls who were injured during the attack as they attended one of […]

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You probably recognise it, but do you know what it means? Some motorists are convinced that most people don’t know the real meaning behind a common road sign. Whilst some road signs are almost universally understand, like stop signs and speed limits, there are definitely some more obscure ones that we only learned the meaning […]

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What a scorcher I’m not just referring to the weather, which got silly earlier this week (anything above 30C is too hot and I won’t hear otherwise). No, I’m also on about this week’s JOE Friday Pub Quiz. It’s sizzling, this week. You’re gonna work up a sweat with it. So, how about a round […]

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They have been stranded in space since June 5. NASA has provided an update on two of its astronauts who have been stranded in space for 70 days. Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams left Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on June 5 aboard the Boeing Starliner spacecraft for what should have been a simple eight […]

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She had been battling Alzheimer’s in recent years Actress Gena Rowlands, best known for her role in The Notebook, has died at the age of 94. The acclaimed actress passed away at her home in Indian Wells, California, on Wednesday afternoon, TMZ reports. A cause of death has not yet been revealed at this time, […]

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The former Chelsea and Spurs boss is stepping into the world of international management Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to become the next head coach of the US men’s national team (USMNT), according to reports. The Athletic reports that sources with knowledge of the situation have confirmed the agreement. The appointment is a huge coup for […]

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Both Rowling and Musk were named in the lawsuit The likes of J.K. Rowling and Elon Musk could face time in prison and huge fines if Olympic champion boxer Imane Khelif wins her cyber harassment case. The Algerian boxer, who won gold at the Olympics amidst a toxic furore about her gender identity, filed a criminal complaint […]

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‘I was sleeping with the director, so I had the CliffNotes’ Jennifer Lawrence has admitted she barely understood a film she starred in, despite being very familiar with the director. Lawrence is one of the biggest names in Hollywood. Along with appearing in blockbuster franchises like The Hunger Games and X-Men, Lawrence has also received […]

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Safeguarding concerns against the priest were said to be an ‘open secret’ amongst senior clergy The Church of England paid a six-figure sum to a priest who was assessed as a potential risk to children and young people, an investigation has found. Canon Andrew Hindley worked as Blackburn diocese from 1991 to 2021. He was […]

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The Olympian and her siblings were put up for adoption when they were children Simone Biles’ birth mother has asked for forgiveness from her daughter and wants to reestablish as relationship with her. The American gymnast was once again one of the stars of the Olympics as she won three golds and a silver at […]

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The lawsuit was filed on Friday, and also mentions Donald Trump J.K. Rowling and Elon Musk have been named in a cyberbullying lawsuit filed by Algerian boxer Imane Khelif. The boxer, who won gold at the Olympics amidst a toxic furore about her gender identity, has filed a criminal complaint to French authorities over “acts […]

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Here we go again… Mamma Mia 3 is officially in the works, according to one of the stars of the original films. When the first Mamma Mia film was released in 2008, it was a global smash. Based on the hit jukebox musical of the same name, which is based all around the music of […]

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Steven van de Velde said the reaction to his appearance at the games was ‘disappointing’ A convicted child rapist who represented the Netherlands in beach volleyball at the Olympics has broken his silence after he was booed throughout the games. Steven van de Velde’s selection for Paris 2024 sparked controversy before the games because he […]

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‘And really, THAT song?’ Celine Dion has sent a brutal warning to Donald Trump after he used one of her biggest songs during his presidential election campaign. The former president, who is running against Kamala Harris in November’s election, usually plays a big song as he walks out on stage at his rallies, which often […]

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‘We should put the safety of the athlete and their mental safety in first place’ Raygun, the Australian breakdancer who went viral at the Olympics, has been offered mental health support following the reaction to her performances. The breaker, whose real name is Rachael Gunn, became an internet sensation for her unique moves and performances. […]

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Acting awards will continue to be in separate male and female categories BAFTA has decided not to introduce gender neutral categories for its awards shows. The academy will continue to use gendered categories for its awards, with performers required to confirm whether they would like to be considered for either the Best Actor or Best […]

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The end of an era Garth Crooks has been replaced as BBC Sport’s Team of the Week columnist ahead of the 2024/25 Premier League season. The former Stoke and Tottenham striker has become a stalwart of BBC Sport, both in TV and online, over the years. Along with being a regular on Final Score, he […]

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Man City’s hearing has been bought forward The hearing into Manchester City‘s alleged 115 breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations is set to begin next month, according to reports. The Times reports that the hearing has been bought forward to mid-to-late September, having been initially scheduled for November. It is due to last 10 […]

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‘I’m lucky to be here, alive’ Nev Schulman, star of hit reality show Catfish, has said he is “lucky” to be alive after he was involved in a horror collision with a truck. Teh 39-year-old TV host shared a post on Instagram revealing his injuries after he was hit by a truck whilst riding his […]

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If you’re struggling with a troublesome terrier or problematic pug, this is the show for you Have you got a pup that you’ve just never managed to get under control? A canine companion who won’t stop tearing up furniture? Well, this could be the show for you to apply to be on. Channel 5 is […]

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He won his fifth Olympic medal in Paris 2024 Tom Daley has announced he his retiring from professional diving, just days after winning a silver medal at the Paris Olympics. In an emotional statement, the 30-year-old confirmed he would not be taking part at the next Olympics in Los Angeles and that it is “the […]

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A man has been arrested An 11-year-old girl and 34-year-old woman have been stabbed in Leicester Square in London. The Met wrote in a post on X that the woman and girl had both been taken to hospital, and that a man had been arrested. The force said: “Officers are at the scene of a […]

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It’s the first time the virus has been seen outside of Latin America A potentially ‘unstoppable’ virus has reached Europe after two people in their 20s died from the disease in Brazil. The ‘sloth’ fever Oropouche was detected in Europe for the first time when two people were admitted to hospitals in Italy showing symptoms […]

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‘The breaking and hip hop community definitely stands behind her’ An Olympics judge has explained why Raygun – the Australian breakdancer who went viral for her performance at the games – received zero points. Breakdancing was making its Olympics debut at Paris 2024, as athletes competed in the iconic Place de la Concorde for the […]

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A number of warnings have been issued The UK is braced for what is set to be the hottest day of the year so far as temperatures reach highs of 34C. On Monday (August 12), areas across the south and Midlands could see the mercury rise into the mid-30s. London and Cambridge for example could […]

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Not everyone was impressed by the ‘Golden Voyager’ The Paris 2024 Olympics came to an end last night with the closing ceremony in the French capital, but some viewers weren’t impressed, and were even left ‘terrified.’ After just over two weeks of incredible sporting action and drama, the 33rd Olympiad officially concluded on Sunday evening. […]

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Friday quizzing is once again upon us I fear I’m addicted to the Olympics. It’s the first thing I think of when I wake up and the last thing I think of when I go to sleep. I spend my days flicking through channels and live streams, desperately searching for that next moment of sporting […]

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Put the kettle on, and let us teach you about the perfect brew (in our humble opinion) We all have key milestones in our upbringing. Learning to walk and talk, learning to read and write. For Brits though, there’s another pivotal moment growing up – the day you learned how to make a cup of […]

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The closing ceremony has arrived There are just a handful of days left in the Paris Olympics. Does it have to end? Sadly, yes. That means this is also the final of our Olympics-themed quizzes. So let’s finish with a bang shall we? On this quiz, we’re asking you a simple question: has this sportsperson […]

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Two other men have been jailed for their involvement in the riots A man who punched a police officer in the face during far-right riots in Southport has been jailed for three years. Derek Drummond, 58, pleaded guilty to violent disorder and assaulting an emergency worker during riots in the Merseyside town the day after […]

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‘We all feel like we do have stories to tell’ Scrubs creator Bill Lawrence has revealed the sitcom’s stars could reunite within the next “six months to a year” because they have “stories to tell.” After more than 14 years away from our screens, the much-loved US show could be making a return. Scrubs ran […]

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An Olympic athlete has been arrested on suspicion of buying cocaine in Paris, his nation’s Olympic committee has confirmed. On Wednesday, French media outlet Europe 1 reported that an Australian hockey player had allegedly been caught trying to purchase cocaine in the French capital. It was reported that the athlete had been taken into custody […]

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