‘End of an era’ BBC viewers have been paying tribute to the long-running soap Doctors after its final ever episode aired this week. Last October, the BBC announced the long-running daytime show was being axed as part of cost-cutting measures. The show, which was first broadcast in 2000, follows the life of those working in an NHS doctor’s […]

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Temperatures are set to drop The Met Office has issued snow and ice weather warnings for large parts of the UK next week. The yellow warning will be in place from 10am on Monday (18 November) until 10am on Tuesday (19 November), and covers much of southern Scotland and north-east England, parts of Yorkshire, and parts […]

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‘She’s remembering those people who fought for our country and shouldn’t be punished’ A mum has been left furious after her daughter was apparently threatened with a detention for wearing a poppy in school. A symbol of remembrance for those who died in Britain’s wars, many people wear poppies in the days and weeks leading […]

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A ‘small pro-Palestine rally’ had gathered at the university entrance Prince William was booed and heckled as he left a university campus on Thursday afternoon. The royal had just finished a visit to Ulster University in Belfast when he faced a “less than warm reaction” as he made his way to a car. Some could […]

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‘I’ve got many characters still left to play’ Sir David Jason has said he is “desperately” trying to be cast in new roles. The 84-year-old is best known for his role as Derek Trotter, a.k.a. Del Boy, in the legendary BBC sitcom Only Fools and Horses. Along with his most famous role, the actor has starred […]

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The tumour is incredibly rare Davina McCall has been taken to hospital to undergo surgery for a brain tumour. In a video on Instagram, the Masked Singer judge revealed she was having an operation to remove a 14mm benign brain tumour. McCall explained the tumour – called a colloid cyst, which only affects three in […]

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The next Bond actor will ‘offer something new and different’ The next James Bond actor will be in his 30s and will not necessarily be white, according to producer Barbara Broccoli. The question of who will be the next James Bond has swirled around the world of film ever since Daniel Craig – spoiler warning […]

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Yet another JOE Pub Quiz to slap you round the face and remind you the week is almost over What’s the global reach of this quiz? Surely we can stake a claim for this being the most global pub quiz in the world. If you’re reading this from another country, spread the word. With America […]

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It may only be November, but Worthy Farm is calling Glastonbury tickets go on sale this evening, and demand is expected to be as big as ever. Arguably the hottest tickets in the country, it’s always a bun fight trying to get your hands on the piece of paper that will grant you access to […]

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There’s good reason behind the eldest child superiority complex then? A study has found that first born children usually have a higher IQ than their siblings. If you are the eldest child in your family, you’ve probably known this for a long time. If you are not the eldest sibling, you’ve probably known for a […]

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‘This one nails it’ People are saying the John Lewis Christmas advert for 2024 is their best in years. For many, the arrival of the festive John Lewis advert is one of the first major signposts that Christmas is looming. And whilst the department store may struggle to ever hit the same heights as it […]

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The refereeing body says it is taking the allegations ‘very seriously’ The PGMOL has said it is aware of a new video which appears to show referee David Coote snorting white powder with a bank note. This week, Coote was suspended by the refereeing body after footage emerged of him making derogatory comments about Liverpool […]

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‘I don’t really like it if I’m totally honest – England comes before anything’ Harry Kane has hit out at some of his teammates for putting club before country and dropping out of international duty this week. England take on Greece and the Republic of Ireland in their final two Nations League games as they […]

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It’s impacting time for humans Scientists have discovered that the Moon is slowly drifting away from Earth, meaning that days are getting longer. Contrary to long-held assumptions that our only natural satellite remains same distance from Earth, experts now believe the Moon has been slowly moving away from us for millions of years. This has […]

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‘The type of bartender everyone needs’ A bartender has been praised as a “hero” after he saved two girls from being harassed using a clever trick. Max Gutierrez’s actions were shared online by Twitter user Trinity Allie, who was out for a drink with her mate when they were served by Gutierrez at a bar […]

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They have legitimate concerns about exploring the tomb Archaeologists haven’t dared look inside the tomb of China’s first Emperor. Chances are you’re aware of Qin Shi Huang’s final resting place, even if you’ve never heard of him. He was the first person to rule unified China and reigned from 221BC to 210BC. But it’s his […]

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‘I’m glad to see the honourable member making a rare appearance back here in Britain’ Sir Keir Starmer had a quick response for Nigel Farage during Prime Minister’s Questions on Wednesday. The Reform MP was making a rare appearance at PMQs, having recently returned from a trip to the USA to support Donald Trump in […]

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Hal L. is back! Ben Stiller is returning for Happy Gilmore 2, reprising his role as Hal L. opposite Adam Sandler. Stiller was pictured in costume on the set of the film in New Jersey. Other returning cast members for the Happy Gilmore sequel are Sandler as the titular character, Christopher McDonald as Shooter McGavin […]

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And STILL the sexiest bald man in the world… Prince William has retained his crown as the world’s sexiest bald man, seeing off stiff competition from a Hollywood superstar. For the second year in a row, the Prince of Wales has been handed the bald crown based on a study from search marketing agency Reboot. […]

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He died ‘peacefully in his sleep’ EastEnders and Coronation Street star Timothy West has died at the age of 90. The actor, best known for his roles in television and theatre, died peacefully in his sleep, his family confirmed in a statement. His children Juliet, Samuel and Joseph West, said in a statement via his […]

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The plans have been labelled ‘immoral’ and ‘tone deaf’ The Post Office has announced 115 branches are at risk of closure as part of a radical shake-up of the business. The closures would affect the Post Office’s wholly-owned branches, which employ some 1,000 workers and are loss-making. The Post Office also confirmed hundreds of jobs […]

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Chapman has ‘made it clear this isn’t something he would want to do’ Mark Chapman is reportedly not keen on sharing Match of the Day hosting duties with presenter Kelly Somers. This week, the BBC announced Gary Lineker would stepping down as host of the flagship football highlights show at the end of the season. […]

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‘This is now possible’ Elon Musk has claimed it could soon be possible to travel between any two cities in the world in under an hour. Along with being the CEO of Tesla and owner of social media site X (formerly known as Twitter), Musk is also the founder of space technology company SpaceX. The […]

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He has been the leader of the Church of England since 2013 The Archbishop of Canterbury has resigned following a report into a prolific child abuser associated with the Church of England. In a statement on Tuesday, Justin Welby said: “Having sought the gracious permission of His Majesty The King, I have decided to resign.” His […]

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An investigation has been launched into the incident A 17-year-old girl died after being hit by a car when she got out of a police vehicle on the M5, the police watchdog has said. The teenager was being transported to custody by Avon and Somerset Police when she got out of the vehicle between junctions […]

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To be clear – this is very bad news Trees and land absorbed almost no carbon dioxide (CO2) last year, and scientists are struggling to work out why. Carbon sinks, such as forests, oceans and soils, are an essential part of regulating the Earth’s climate. Through natural processes, these land and ocean masses absorb almost […]

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You’ll have to be quick to get your hands on one though Heinz has launched its own advent calendar featuring an all-star sauce lineup to celebrate the festive season. There’s no doubt that food is one of the most important (and best) parts of Christmas, and now you’ll be able to make sure you’ve got […]

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He was first arrested in July 2022 A Premier League player has been questioned by police over allegations of rape and sex offences. The man, understood to be in his 30s, is under investigation for the alleged rapes of two women and a sexual offence relating to a third woman. He was first arrested back […]

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Lineker will be stepping away from Match of the Day at the end of the season The BBC could go down an unlikely route to replace Gary Lineker as host of Match of the Day next season. On Monday it was widely reported that Lineker would be stepping down from his MOTD hosting duties at […]

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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: 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 […]

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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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