What fresh hell is this? A pub in London has come under fire for introducing a £2 surcharge on pints that are ordered after 10pm. The branch of O’Neills on Wardour Street, Soho, has decided that anyone with the nerve to purchase a pint after 10pm will have to fork out an extra £2 for […]

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The proposal is said to have widespread support with both Labour and Tory MPs and the public The government is considering banning under 16s from social media, according to reports. Back in January this year, some of you may remember that then-Tory MP Miriam Cates stood up in parliament and suggested that social media and […]

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“Why couldn’t we matter enough for people to show up?” A bride has been left heartbroken after only five people turned up to her wedding. In a video on TikTok, Kalina Marie explained that she had digitally invited 75 people to her meticulously planned Masquerade ball-themed wedding, which was in October. She had also sent […]

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The King will also attend a ‘surplus food festival’ King Charles will open two food distribution hubs to mark his 76th birthday. The monarch, whose birthday is on Thursday, will open one of the hubs in person and the other virtually. The centres are the first two Coronation Food Hubs, set up by the Coronation […]

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Mattel has said it ‘deeply regrets’ the error Mattel has apologised for an X-rated gaffe on some of its merchandise for the upcoming Wicked film. One of the most-eagerly anticipated films of the year, the adaptation of the hit stage musical stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo as the two main characters, while also featuring […]

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‘He brought so much joy to every room he walked into’ Rita Ora became visibly emotional during the MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) last night as she paid tribute to Liam Payne. Ora was hosting the awards show in Manchester on Sunday night when she delivered a tribute to the late One Direction star towards […]

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‘You could be prosecuted’ Martin Lewis has issued a ‘don’t do it warning’ over a supposed car insurance hack some drivers are using. The Money Saving Expert warned motorists that the ‘fronting’ could land them in big trouble as it actually constitutes fraud. ‘Fronting’ is where a car owner adds a parent or relative as […]

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‘They’re Black as hell!’ Fans of The Simpsons have suggested the famous TV family are actually Black. Over the course of three decades, Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie have become arguably the most recognisable TV characters in the world. This is in no small part down to their now iconic yellow skin. No race […]

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The boxer feared he was ‘going to die’ Mike Tyson has revealed he “threw up blood” and was “defecating tar” when he suffered a medical emergency which forced him to cancel his fight with Jake Paul. On November 15, Tyson is set to face Paul at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The pair had […]

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She said her weight-loss was as a result of ‘cancer medicine’ Bhad Bhabie has seemingly revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer, in response to comments about her weight she was receiving online. The rapper, real name Danielle Bregoli, became an internet superstar in 2016 when she appeared on US show Dr Phil and famously […]

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The show is returning for its 28th series Iconic crime drama Silent Witness will be returning in a matter of months, with two new stars joining the cast. This week, the BBC confirmed the hit series would be returning in early 2025, with familiar faces Emilia Fox and David Caves returning as Dr Nikki Alexander […]

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It’s Friday, Friday, gotta get down on Friday The immortal words of viral sensation Rebecca Black, as I’m sure you’ve tried – and failed – to forget. But despite the mocking and internet infamy she received for the song, you cannot deny how correct the lyrics are. “Gotta get down on Friday.” You simply must get […]

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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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‘When it comes to Harry Potter, I’m a massive, massive nerd’ Margot Robbie didn’t know that her husband appeared in the Harry Potter films, despite the fact she’s a massive Harry Potter fan. The 33-year-old actor married film producer Tom Ackerley in 2016, having met on the set of Suite Française in 2013. But she […]

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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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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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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 test you – and ourselves – on the weekend’s football action, to see just how much we were all paying attention. These are the same five questions that you’ll see some […]

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The freeze on tuition fees is due to expire next year University tuition fees are set to rise in England for the first time in eight years. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson is expected to confirm the rise in a statement to MPs this afternoon. Tuition fees have been capped at £9,250 in England since 2017, […]

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Now we’re sucking diesel! A new Line of Duty series could be on the way after the show’s stars reportedly met up with series creator Jed Mercurio for discussions. The most recent series of the acclaimed BBC police drama came to an end back in May 2021, with its controversial finale and the big reveal […]

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He’s said there’s a ‘good script’ ready The director of Who Framed Roger Rabbit? has said a sequel won’t happen because Disney won’t use Jessica Rabbit in the same way. Released in cinemas on 22 June 1988, Who Framed Roger Rabbit? has remained something of an anomaly in Hollywood, perfectly mixing animation with live action in a […]

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Women in Iran must wear a hijab under Iran’s strict Islamic laws A student in Iran has been arrested after she stripped down to her underwear in what is believed to have been a protest against the country’s strict Islamic dress code. A video on social media shared by rights group Amnesty International shows the […]

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More than 200 people have died in the floods A British couple who went missing in floods in Spain have been found dead, their family have confirmed. Staffordshire couple Don Turner, 78, and his wife, Terry, 74, had not been seen since huge downpours hit Valencia last week. Their daughter Ruth O’Loughlin has since confirmed […]

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There’s a way to prevent this nightmare scenario A sleep expert has explained why you can really struggle to get back to sleep properly if you wake up in the early hours of the morning. We’ve all been there – one second you’re enjoying a lovely dream, the next your brain has decided to wake you from […]

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His owner said there was a ‘special place in hell’ for those who reported him A squirrel who achieved online fame on Instagram has been euthanised after being seized by authorities in New York. Peanut had achieved celebrity status on Instagram, where an account sharing pictures and videos of him had amassed more than 500,000 […]

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The late monarch apparently wanted to replace them Prince Andrew Queen Elizabeth II had apparently planned to move Prince Harry and Meghan Markle out of Frogmore Cottage and replace them with Prince Andrew, according to an author. Royal author Robert Hardman has claimed in his new book, ‘Charles III: New King. New Court. The Inside […]

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King Charles and Prince William’s estates are set to make £50m from contracts with public services The Royal Family are receiving millions in rent from charities and public services including the NHS and state schools, a new investigation has revealed. The investigation from Channel 4’s Dispatches and the Sunday Times found that the property empires […]

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‘I believe in the need for legal protections that protects the LGBTQ+ community as a gay woman.’ Actor Chloe Grace Moretz has come out as gay in an emotional post supporting Kamala Harris in the upcoming US presidential election. The 27-year-old, best known for her roles in the Kick-Ass films, wrote in a post on […]

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It’s been recommended that most people should have the heating on in their homes for at least eight hours a day As the UK stares down the barrel of winter, how long to have the heating on will be a source of major debate for many households. Although down on last winter, energy bills remain […]

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Who would win in this quiz: Kamala Harris or Donald Trump? That’s really how they should decide this election. Of course, Trump would say the quiz is rigged and argue his single-digit score was actually in the 20s. But hey, at least it would be a straightforward contest. No worrying about Pennsylvania or electoral college […]

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‘I’m wondering if I was too rigid’ A passenger has sparked debate about how they refused to give up their booked seat on a plane to a mother who wanted to sit with her kids. The woman had pre-booked the aisle seat, explaining that sitting by the aisle helped alleviate her anxiety when flying. But […]

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‘Farmers – I know you have been shafted today’ Jeremy Clarkson has accused the government of ‘shafting’ farmers with the Budget, which he has labelled “hopeless.” On Wednesday, Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered the first Labour Budget in 14 years as the government fully set out its plans for the economy following their landslide general election […]

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They’ve been urged not to Taylor Swift fans have been voting for the popstar in the US presidential election, sharing pictures of their ballots on social media. There are just five days until Americans will go to the polls to decide if they want Donald Trump or Kamala Harris as their next president. The vote […]

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He already has 11 children of his own Elon Musk has “offered his sperm” to people he knows as part of efforts to boost population growth, according to reports. The Tesla CEO is obsessed with a number of things, from space travel to Donald Trump. But perhaps is greatest existential obsession is population decline and […]

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The Chancellor has warned ‘difficult decisions’ will be made’ Welcome to our live coverage of the 2024 Budget, as Rachel Reeves delivers Labour’s first Budget in 14 years at 12:30. We’ll be bringing you all the big updates and announcements from Parliament in the blog below, whilst you’ll also be able to watch PoliticsJOE’s live […]

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It’s one of the country’s worst ever natural disasters At least 51 people are known to have died in catastrophic floods in Spain, after more than a year’s worth of rain fell in just eight hours in some areas. The torrential downpours hit the south-eastern region of the country, with the town of Chiva near […]

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She also appeared in Young Frankenstein and Tootsie Oscar-nominated actress Teri Garr has died at the age of 79. Garr passed away due to complications from multiple sclerosis (MS), her manager Heidi Schaeffer said on Tuesday. She was best known for her roles in Young Frankenstein, Tootsie, and Friends, in which she played Phoebe Abbott, […]

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Lycett gave an unusual shoutout to one particular company in the post… There’s been a bizarre new update to Joe Lycett’s announcement that he had become a dad for the first time. Over the weekend, the comedian shared a post on Instagram in which he revealed he and his partner had welcomed a baby boy. […]

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‘They’re obsessed with her, aren’t they?’ Chris Packham has described Taylor Swift fans as “obsessed” after he was targeted by Swifties for criticising the star. The nature expert and environmental campaigner called out the singer earlier this year for her use of a private jet during her Eras tour. Swift reportedly racked up a huge […]

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Tributes have been paid to the ‘kind and adventurous’ photographer A woman died in a freak accident at an airfield in Kansas over the weekend. Photographer Amanda Gallagher, 37, passed away after emergency services were called to an incident at Cook Airfield in Derby, Kansas. Her family confirmed her tragic death to local news service […]

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They’d lived in the home for six decades A family have sold their home for millions of dollars after years of pressure from developers to sell up. The three-bed, street-facing property was located on a three-acre strip of land in Salisbury, Adelaide. For 30 years, the unnamed family who lived their had rejected offers from […]

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Classic FM will be broadcasting two programmes to help pets stay calm and relaxed. Classic FM will be playing soothing and relaxing music on Bonfire Night to help pets stay relaxed during fireworks season. First launching in 2018, Classic FM’s Pet Classics has gone on to become one of the station’s most popular programmes every […]

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She’s previously discussed a similar encounter in her book Lily Allen has opened up about how she once slept with a TV star when she was “very young.” The singer spoke about the encounter on an episode of her Miss Me podcast earlier this year, which she hosts with her best friend, presenter Miquita Oliver. […]

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Aardman have another hit on their hands The new Wallace & Gromit film has debuted with a perfect 100 per cent score on Rotten Tomatoes after it premiered in the US. Following the confirmation of the return of the fearsome Feathers McGraw and the release of the first trailer earlier this month, Vengeance Most Fowl […]

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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 be test you – and ourselves – on the weekend’s football action, to see just how much we were all paying attention. These are the same five questions that you’ll see […]

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The tickets will be cancelled soon, according to Oasis’ promoters Tens of thousands of tickets for Oasis‘ reunion tour will be cancelled because they were listed on resale platforms. In August, Oasis fans across the world rejoiced when it was announced that the Gallagher brothers would be burying the hatchet and getting back together for a series […]

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It doesn’t sound like Vinicius Jr will forget this anytime soon Vinicius Jr posted a 10-word message on social media following the confirmation that he had missed out on winning the Ballon d’Or. On Monday night, the 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony was held in Paris. Ever since his Real Madrid side won the Champions League […]

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He’s said to be open to the role Manchester United are in talks with Sporting CP manager Ruben Amorim over him becoming their new head coach. On Monday afternoon, it was announced that the Dutchman had been sacked as manager of the club, just 116 days after having his contract extended. In a statement, United […]

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The BBC series received critical acclaim Harlan Coben’s Fool Me Once has been one of the biggest Netflix shows in recent years, but there’s a British crime drama on the platform with a higher rating than his entire collection. Back in 2018, thriller and mystery novelist Coben signed a five-year contract with Netflix which gave […]

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United took the ‘difficult and finely balanced decision’ to sack Ten Hag Poor results and league performances last season were part of the reason why Manchester United decided to sack Erik ten Hag, according to reports. On Monday afternoon, it was announced that the Dutchman had been sacked as manager of the club, just 116 […]

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The actor died a year ago today Matthew Perry once revealed the heartbreaking reason that he was unable to rewatch episodes of Friends. Perry was found dead on October 28 in his home last year. A medical examiner later found that ketamine was the primary cause of his death. One of Perry’s doctors, Dr Mark […]

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