He didn’t take much convincing to tell it Ricky Gervais decided to tell a joke that even he thought was “too offensive” during his new Netflix special. Armageddon was released on the streaming platform on Christmas Day and is full of everything you’d expect from a Gervais stand up special. The special features some controversial […]

2 years ago

He said it’s ‘impossible’ for the referees Thierry Henry has hit out at VAR for not having more conclusive camera angles after West Ham’s opening goal in their 2-0 win at Arsenal was allowed to stand. Match officials have admitted that VAR didn’t have the correct camera angle to conclusively determine if the ball went […]

2 years ago

The final quiz of the year What day is it? Are the shops open? Is that turkey in the fridge still okay to eat? Yes, we’re in the Twixmas twilight zone people. But the year is drawing to a close and although we’re not quite at New Year yet, this is the final JOE Friday […]

2 years ago

His retirement didn’t last long Sir Michael Caine is reportedly set to come out of retirement for a new Netflix series. According to the Sun, the legendary actor has joined a show which starts filming in January. Other details around the project are being kept under wraps. This comes just two months after Sir Michael […]

2 years ago

Merry Christmas quizzers There are lots of things to enjoy about this time of year. The food, family and friends, Christmas music and films, the TV specials. Allow us to add some quizzing to that as well. We’ll be guiding you through this festive period with 12 daily quizzes, helping you through the slight lull […]

2 years ago

Merry Christmas quizzers There are lots of things to enjoy about this time of year. The food, family and friends, Christmas music and films, the TV specials. Allow us to add some quizzing to that as well. We’ll be guiding you through this festive period with 12 daily quizzes, helping you through the slight lull […]

2 years ago

Merry Christmas quizzers There are lots of things to enjoy about this time of year. The food, family and friends, Christmas music and films, the TV specials. Allow us to add some quizzing to that as well. We’ll be guiding you through this festive period with 12 daily quizzes, helping you through the slight lull […]

2 years ago

The bells are quizzing out for Christmas Day There are lots of things to enjoy about this time of year. The food, family and friends, Christmas music and films, the TV specials. Allow us to add some quizzing to that as well. We’ll be guiding you through this festive period with 12 daily quizzes, helping […]

2 years ago

The goal return from Manchester United’s current slate of attackers is pitiful Manchester United are reportedly lining up a £16m striker in January to help solve their goal-scoring woes. United were beaten 2-0 by West Ham at London Stadium, this afternoon, to go scoreless in the Premier League for the fourth successive time, the first […]

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‘He is literally asking and begging to be sacked’ Manchester United fans reckon Erik ten Hag is “literally asking to be sacked” by continuing to start Scott McTominay in midfield. On Saturday afternoon, United lost their eight league game of the season as they fell to a meagre 2-0 defeat at West Ham. Second half […]

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Sir David is returning to the world of Only Fools and Horses Only Fools and Horses fans are buzzing for Sir David Jason’s return as part of a Christmas special released tomorrow (December 24). The 83-year-old, who is best known for his role as Del Boy in the legendary BBC sitcom, will be returning to screens on […]

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Barton said the appointment ‘stinks of tokenism’ Joey Barton has turned his attention to referee Rebecca Welch as she prepares to become the first female referee in the Premier League. Rebecca Welch will make English football history this afternoon (December 23) when she takes charge of Fulham vs Burnley. The 40-year-old has previously taken charge […]

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‘It’s ’24’ meets the Hangover’ Netflix viewers have been left stunned by the amount of d**ks and nudity in a new series on the platform. From the creators of Cobra Kai, Obliterated arrived on the streaming service at the end of November and has had mixed reviews from critics. But the main thing that people […]

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A man has kept his arm in the air for half a century as a gesture to call for world peace. Amar Bharati was an ordinary family man living in India in the early seventies, living a modest life with his wife and three children. But one day in 1973, he was hit by an […]

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You don’t want this for Christmas Winter is here, and with just a couple of days until Christmas there’s one thing you don’t want to do know: get ill. A self-inflicted hangover is one thing, but there are few things worse than being struck down with a bug or illness at what should be one […]

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It’s one of Netflix’s most expensive films ever Viewers have been left in awe as the most expensive film of 2023 has finally arrived on Netflix, although the critics seem to have had a more lukewarm reaction to the film. The film in question is Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of […]

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‘Twas the quiz before Christmas Welcome to a very festive pub quiz. It’s Christmas Eve Eve Eve, and for most of you reading this today will be the last day of work. By 5pm this evening, the revelry and merriment can truly begin. For those of you who are still working this weekend, or even […]

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Rare ‘rainbow clouds’ have been spotted in the sky across Britain, with some saying they look like a ‘portal to another dimension.’ Called nacreous clouds, they are very rarely seen in the UK and only appear in very specific weather conditions. The clouds form more than 20km above the ground, making them one of the […]

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Her role in Aquaman 2 has been described as feeling ‘purely contractual’ Amber Heard only has 11 lines in Aquaman 2, appearing in the film for less than 20 minutes. Heard reprises her role as Mera opposite Jason Momoa‘s Aquaman in Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, but her character has a far smaller role than […]

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Vin Diesel is accused of ‘using her to fulfill his sexual desires’ Vin Diesel‘s former personal assistant has accused the actor of sexually assaulting her. Asta Jonasson claims in a lawsuit against the Fast & Furious star that he pinned her to a wall as he performed a sex act on himself. She says the […]

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NASA has shared a new image of a ‘Christmas Tree’ star cluster roughly 2,500 light-years from Earth. The swarm of gas and stars is called NGC 2264, but has been dubbed the ‘Christmas Tree Cluster’ by the space agency. Along with the green hue of the cluster, there are even dots of other colours resembling […]

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He’s ‘trying to get his head around’ her win Piers Morgan has been slammed after he questioned Mary Earps’ Sports Personality victory over “male sporting superstars.” On Tuesday evening, Earps was voted the winner of the prestigious award by the public, with former England cricketer finishing second and world champion heptathlete Katarina Johnson-Thompson finishing third. […]

2 years ago

Brutal Parents have their own methods and theories for keeping their kids well behaved. The tried-and-tested method – especially at this time of year – is saying that Santa won’t be delivering any presents if you’re badly behaved. However one dad has decided to go quite a few steps further. His method to keeping his […]

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There are far more benefits than just having no hangovers Dry January has become a yearly tradition for some Brits, and with the bleak month about to begin, it’s once again time to put those beveraginos down. While a month off might not seem like much – or, maybe too much for some – the […]

2 years ago

The air fryer has competition You’ve either got one or you’ve heard about how everyone’s got one – either way, it’s difficult to avoid air fryer chat nowadays. Hailed as the best thing since sliced bread, air fryer owners would have you believe that purchasing the device is the best decision they’ve made in the […]

2 years ago

Is it actually cheaper to leave the heating on constantly? We’re well into winter now, and it’s officially heating season But while most of us probably have the heating on a timer or only switch it on when needed, you may have heard some people argue that leaving it on constantly but on a lower […]

2 years ago

‘Hairy Bikers making me blub 15 minutes in’ Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers had fans in tears as he made provided a health update during an emotional return to TV. The celebrity chef, who is one half of the TV cooking duo alongside his best mate Si King, revealed last year that he was undergoing chemotherapy for […]

2 years ago

She was asked to ‘squeeze into one seat’ An overweight woman has sparked debate after she revealed she refused to give up her extra plane seat for a toddler on a flight. In a post on the Am I The A**hole subreddit, the 34-year-old explained that she had booked two seats on her cross-country flight […]

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He believes vegetables ‘are really not good for you’ Bear Grylls has revealed he feels “embarrassed” that he used to promote veganism. Not too long ago, the adventurer and survivalist used to be vegan and even wrote a vegan cookbook. But his diet nowadays couldn’t be much different, as he now eats a diet that’s heavy […]

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‘That song is not a cheating song!’ It’s undoubtedly one of the most iconic songs of the Noughties, but Shaggy has said that fans have misunderstood ‘It Wasn’t Me’ for years. Released in 2000, the single ended up being the biggest selling song of 2001 in the UK, selling over 1.15m copies. Although Shaggy was […]

2 years ago

‘I have my house, you have yours’ Cameron Diaz has said it should be normal for a married couple to choose to sleep in separate rooms, even though it’s not something she does with her husband. The actor was speaking on a recent episode of model Molly Sims’ podcast as the pair discussed what they consider to […]

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This will be his fifth child Brazilian footballer Hulk has announced him and his ex-wife’s niece are expecting their second child together. The 37-year-old, whose full name is Givanildo Vieira de Sousa, married Camila Angelo in September 2020, after having been with her aunt for almost 12 years. Hulk and Iran Angelo de Souza married […]

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‘I wasn’t very happy if I’m being honest’ Emma Watson has explained why she doesn’t appear in films anymore. The actor shot to international stardom when she appeared as Hermione Granger in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone in 2001. Along with all eight of the Potter films, the 33-year-old has also had starring roles […]

2 years ago

He’s ‘trying to get his head around’ her win Piers Morgan has been slammed after he questioned Mary Earps’ Sports Personality victory over “male sporting superstars.” On Tuesday evening, Earps was voted the winner of the prestigious award by the public, with former England cricketer finishing second and world champion heptathlete Katarina Johnson-Thompson finishing third. […]

2 years ago

You might not have to trek to Florida to catch these rides anymore… Universal Studio has confirmed plans to open a massive theme park here in the UK and there are some big rides Brits will be hoping to see. On Tuesday, Universal Destinations and Experiences announced it was “exploring” the idea of building a theme […]

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It’s one of the first courses of its kind in the country The University of Exeter is going to offer a Masters degree in magic soon. In 2024, students will be able to take an MA in Magic and Occult Science at the university. The “innovative” one-year course has been created following a “recent surge […]

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EastEnders has been cancelled tonight and will not be airing in its usual slot of 19:30 on BBC One. The BBC soap always has a big storyline which climaxes on December 25, making it a staple of Christmas TV viewing. But with less than a week to go until the big day, no EastEnders will […]

2 years ago

‘Welcome to Karen’s Hotel – possibly the worst hotel stay you’ll ever encounter’ Karen’s Diner has opened its first ever hotel, offering round-the-clock rudeness for guests. Karen’s Diner has gathered worldwide fame for its unique customer experience. The chain is famous for deliberately providing awful customer service. Staff at the diner are instructed to be […]

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‘The smell of the meat you cook makes us feel sick’ A vegan has issued a ‘last warning’ to their neighbour because of a dispute over a barbecue and the smell of cooking meat. The conflict started when the vegan, who lives near Perth, Australia, sent a letter to her neighbour, Kylie, labelled: “IMPORTANT MESSAGE” […]

2 years ago

‘Great to see Sully again!’ Top Boy fans have been left thrilled after spotting ‘Sully’ in the trailer for Netflix’s new dystopian drama. After the series came to an end earlier this year, fans were buzzing to see Kano – who plays Sully in Top Boy – appear in the trailer for upcoming London-based drama, […]

2 years ago

‘It’s the ugliest fence in the world!’ Neighbour politics and relations can be a delicate balancing act. But one woman doesn’t seem to be too concerned by what her neighbours think, after she went ahead and put up a 100 foot fence around her front garden – all for her dog. Cindy Copley’s beloved Cocker […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

Your Clubcard points can now get you money off pints BrewDog has launched a partnership with Tesco which means customers can get money off food and drink – and even free pints – with their Clubcard. Clubcard points that you earn from shopping at Tesco can get you money off all sorts of things, but […]

2 years ago

Jobs wanted to break the trend of candidates giving prepared answers Steve Jobs apparently had a ‘beer test’ that he would use during interviews for potential new employees. Going slightly against the idea that job interviews should be pretty formal affairs, the late Apple CEO wanted to buck the trend of people turning up to […]

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A ‘trailer’ for a Harry Potter film set in 2024 has been released, showing Dumbledore and an adult Harry. There hasn’t been a Potter film since the release of The Deathly Hallows – Part 2 in 2011, but that hasn’t stopped the Wizarding World expanding. And this year, we had the announcement that HBO are […]

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‘It was great seducing someone with your mind’ Angelina Jolie has said the “best sex” she ever has was with her co-star Denzel Washington. Jolie appeared alongside Washington in the 1999 thriller, The Bone Collector. In the film, she plays the role of Amelia Donaghy, a cop who becomes romantically involved with forensics expert Lincoln […]

2 years ago

The perfect cure for winter blues As winter looms into view, you may be looking for a last-minute getaway to soak up some sunshine away from the dark nights and chilly mornings. But with the barren land of January on the horizon, you probably don’t want to break the bank with a long-haul flight to […]

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It wasn’t long before things took a turn A restaurant has resorted to taking legal action after a diner left a $3,000 tip – which he later decided to try and take back. In June last year, Mariana Lambert, a waitress at Alfredo’s Cafe in Scranton, Pennsylvania, was left amazed after diner Eric Smith left […]

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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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‘If you watch someone you love having a bad death, that memory obliterates all the happy times’ Esther Rantzen has revealed she has joined the Dignitas assisted dying clinic in Switzerland. The 83-year-old was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer almost a year ago, and is currently undergoing a “miracle” treatment for the illness. But […]

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