Jack Peat

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Jack Peat is a floating editor for JOE and the editor of The London Economic. His work has also appeared in VICE, The Big Issue, The Independent and HuffPost. In 2021, he authored "The Great Pie Revolt", a gastronomic guide to the Premier League and EFL.

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  • Meet the new ‘Portugese concept’ tipped to be the next Nando’s

    Meet the new ‘Portugese concept’ tipped to be the next Nando’s

    Casa do Frango has stepped into the piri-piri chicken game and made it ten times better  Acclaimed piri-piri chicken chain Casa do Frango is set to double the number of outlets it runs in the next few months. The Algarvian restauranteurs have enjoyed tremendous success at their first two outlets in London Bridge and Shoreditch, and […]

    3 years ago

  • Truss tells Sinn Féin to ‘stop driving a wedge’ between Northern Ireland and Britain

    Truss tells Sinn Féin to ‘stop driving a wedge’ between Northern Ireland and Britain

    And to think she was once the Foreign Secretary… Liz Truss has called on Irish nationalist party Sinn Féin to “stop driving a wedge” between Northern Ireland and Britain. The Tory leadership contender and former Foreign Secretary hit out at the party for creating a “constitutional division” in the country, saying she would govern for […]

    3 years ago

  • Quiz: Can you read a poker face?

    Quiz: Can you read a poker face?

    See if you can read the tell-tale signs  A new quiz has been launched to test people’s ability to read a poker face. A study of 2,000 adults revealed an overwhelming majority consider themselves a cut above the rest when it comes to being able to spot a liar. Nearly one in five (17 per […]

    3 years ago

  • Peperami-obsessed couple have wedding themed on their favourite meat snack

    Peperami-obsessed couple have wedding themed on their favourite meat snack

    Fair to say, they went a bit Peperami A loved-up, Peperami-obsessed couple went a bit extra on their big day – by having their entire wedding themed on their favourite meat snack. Luke Hindmarch and Francesca Brooke-Fenton tied the knot with a lavish outdoor ceremony this weekend, but the dress, decorations and cake were slightly […]

    3 years ago

  • Man who illegally built Britain’s best man cave jailed for refusing to tear it down

    Man who illegally built Britain’s best man cave jailed for refusing to tear it down

    Authorities were not caving it  Neighbours of a millionaire who illegally built ‘Britain’s best man cave’ are relieved after the homeowner was jailed for refusing to tear it down. Graham Wildin, 69, was locked up on Friday for six weeks for failing to comply with a court order issued in June 2021 after illegally building […]

    3 years ago

  • Kangaroo attacks the gates of the Russian embassy in Australia

    Kangaroo attacks the gates of the Russian embassy in Australia

    Guess we know where they stand on the war…  Footage has emerged of a kangaroo attempting to break into the Russian embassy in Canberra, Australia. The long-tailed protester gives the gates a good battering before realising it was far too big to fit through the gaps. After multiple unsuccessful attempts, it gives up and carries […]

    3 years ago

  • Straw poll divides opinion

    Straw poll divides opinion

    Is it one, two or none? You decide  A YouGov poll has divided opinion on social media after pollsters set out to answer one of the most schismatic questions of our times. Ranked alongside the ‘chicken or the egg’ conundrum, the debate over how many holes there are in a straw has long split opinion. […]

    3 years ago

  • Climate activists plug golf holes with cement in protest over water ban exemption

    Climate activists plug golf holes with cement in protest over water ban exemption

    Golf courses have been permitted to water greens during an unprecedented drought  Climate activists in France have plugged golf holes with cement in protest over a water ban exemption. Many parts of the country have been hit with severe water shortages this summer, with parts of the Loire river virtually dried up. Across two-thirds of […]

    3 years ago

  • Love Island’s Davide and Ekin-Su land their own cooking TV show

    Love Island’s Davide and Ekin-Su land their own cooking TV show

    The lovebirds will tour Europe as part of a new ITV series Love Island winners Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and Davide Sanclimenti have confirmed they have bagged their own TV show – just days after they left the villa. The popular couple overwhelmingly won the 2022 contest with 63.7 per cent of the vote. The landslide victory […]

    3 years ago

  • Liverpool is entering into a golden era – here’s five reasons why

    Liverpool is entering into a golden era – here’s five reasons why

    Step aside, Manchester, this is the age of the Mersey There was a time when, in the Northwest of England, only one city reigned supreme. For most of the ‘90s and the early 2000s, Manchester was widely considered to be the king of the North, playing home to chart-topping bands such as Oasis and the […]

    3 years ago

  • Sarah Palin ‘Zoom bombed’ by drawing of giant penis

    Sarah Palin ‘Zoom bombed’ by drawing of giant penis

    The former governor of Alaska was rudely interrupted during a leaders’ forum  Sarah Palin’s meeting with local leaders from Alaska was unexpectedly interrupted after the screen was taken over by a drawing of a giant penis. The former governor, who was the 2008 Republican vice presidential nominee alongside John McCain, was speaking in a forum […]

    3 years ago

  • Boris Johnson calls in lawyers as threat of Commons suspension looms

    Boris Johnson calls in lawyers as threat of Commons suspension looms

    Those close to him say it is a “foregone conclusion” that he will be found in contempt of parliament Boris Johnson has called in the lawyers as the threat of a Commons suspension and potential by-election looms. The outgoing Prime Minister is being investigated by the privileges committee investigation over whether he misled parliament Parliament […]

    3 years ago

  • Emergency service workers took photographs of Kobe Bryant’s body ‘for a laugh’

    Emergency service workers took photographs of Kobe Bryant’s body ‘for a laugh’

    The LA Lakers icon was killed in a helicopter crash two years ago  Emergency workers who attended the crash scene of LA Lakers icon Kobe Bryant took photos and shared them with people “for a laugh”, a court has been told. The 41-year-old basketball star was killed in a helicopter accident two year’s ago alongside […]

    3 years ago

  • Iconic Pork Pie Roundabout could be renamed to get people to eat vegetarian diet

    Iconic Pork Pie Roundabout could be renamed to get people to eat vegetarian diet

    ‘This is not a pie-in-the-sky request’ An animal rights group has called for Pork Pie Roundabout in Leicester to be renamed in order to promote healthier food options. PETA – People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals – has sent a letter sent to Leicester Mayor, Sir Peter Soulsby, outlining their concerns. They said eating […]

    3 years ago

  • Brexit is turning Britain into an ’emerging market economy’, sobering new analysis suggests

    Brexit is turning Britain into an ’emerging market economy’, sobering new analysis suggests

    “The UK economy is crushed” Sobering new analysis suggests Britain is on the road to becoming an emerging market country. Political instability, trade disruptions, an energy crisis and skyrocketing inflation is chipping into the country’s reputation on the world stage. In a research note Monday, Saxo Bank’s head of macro analysis, Christopher Dembik, said the […]

    3 years ago

  • Mesmerising video features the most scenic delivery route in Britain

    Mesmerising video features the most scenic delivery route in Britain

    Gary McFadden travels the Kirkstone Pass in the Lake District in his van every day  This mesmerising video features the most scenic delivery route in Britain – including a picturesque road and verdant mountain peaks. Delivery business owner, Gary McFadden, captured some of the most breath-taking views he takes in every day as he travels […]

    3 years ago

  • Britain could be plunged into darkness in January as government considers winter blackout plans

    Britain could be plunged into darkness in January as government considers winter blackout plans

    Plans for 1970s-style power outages are being drawn up by officials Cold weather and gas shortages could force the rationing of electricity in January. A new ‘reasonable worst-case scenario’ envisages a 4-day power shortfall, with industry and even households facing planned power outages for the first time in 50 years. Under that outlook, below-average temperatures […]

    3 years ago

  • Microphone picks up fiery spat between Tom Newton Dunn and Liz Truss following leadership debate

    Microphone picks up fiery spat between Tom Newton Dunn and Liz Truss following leadership debate

    Not sure we were supposed to hear that… Tom Newton Dunn seemed less than impressed with Liz Truss‘ characterisation of the media during a leadership debate last night. The Tory leadership contender accused journalists of framing questions in a “leftwing way” as the TalkTV television presenter tried to get answers on the worsening cost-of-living crisis. […]

    3 years ago

  • Iron Throne to tour UK ahead of House of the Dragon premiere

    Iron Throne to tour UK ahead of House of the Dragon premiere

    The new series will transport fans to Westeros at the height of Targaryen rule The Iron Throne from Game of Thrones found a new royal home outside the Tower of London today before it embarked on a UK-wide tour ahead of the new prequel series, House of the Dragon. The 12ft by 10ft throne was unveiled […]

    3 years ago

  • Hilarious video shows moment freaked-out festivalgoer passes out on theme park ride

    Hilarious video shows moment freaked-out festivalgoer passes out on theme park ride

    The footage was caught on camera by his rollercoaster-mad pal A “freaked out” festivalgoer blacked out on a theme park ride beside his giggling rollercoaster-mad pal. Liam Owens, 26, was at the Colour Clash festival, South Wales, when Thomas Chapman, 28, “convinced” him to go on the pendulum ride, saying: “You only live once”. But […]

    3 years ago

  • Pictures of notorious Chinese takeaway that put the ‘Grim in Grimsby’ released

    Pictures of notorious Chinese takeaway that put the ‘Grim in Grimsby’ released

    Health inspectors closed the takeaway ruling it posed an “imminent risk” to public health A notorious Chinese takeaway has been blasted for “putting the Grim in Grimsby” after health inspectors released stomach-churning pictures from inside. Revolting images show the filthy kitchen covered in rat droppings and pools of vermin urine while meat was left defrosting […]

    3 years ago

  • This is how many social media posts the average Brit will send out over a lifetime

    This is how many social media posts the average Brit will send out over a lifetime

    The figures have been revealed amid concerns over online privacy Brits will leave behind an online trail of 9,828 photos and a whopping 62,670 social media posts across their lifetime. A study of 2,000 adults found more than a third (36 per cent) of our lives are now shared online, which will be viewable even […]

    3 years ago

  • The ingredients for the perfect BBQ have been revealed

    The ingredients for the perfect BBQ have been revealed

    Highs of up to 35C are expected in the UK this week  Another heatwave is due to hit the UK and it will last longer than July’s record-breaking hot spell, exacerbating dry conditions that have already led to hosepipe bans in some parts of the country. Temperatures over the coming days won’t hit the scorching […]

    3 years ago

  • ‘Empty Old Trafford’ trends as Man Utd fans look to send Glazers a powerful message

    ‘Empty Old Trafford’ trends as Man Utd fans look to send Glazers a powerful message

    Fans are looking to engineer a large-scale boycott similar to that of AC Milan in 2015 Manchester United fans are considering ramping up their protests over the Glazer ownership by staging a widescale boycott of Old Trafford. A demonstration against the owners resulted in an Old Trafford megastore being closed prior to their Premier League […]

    3 years ago

  • The Earth is slowing down – and scientists don’t know why

    The Earth is slowing down – and scientists don’t know why

    If you feel like you’ve had a long day, it’s probably because you have!  The Earth has started to spin at a slower rate, baffling scientists observing the planet’s rotations. Precise astronomical observations, combined with atomic clocks, have revealed that the length of a day is suddenly getting longer owing to a slowing down of […]

    3 years ago

  • Investigation opened up into Jeremy Clarkson’s new restaurant – after he found a ‘delightful little loophole’ to open it

    Investigation opened up into Jeremy Clarkson’s new restaurant – after he found a ‘delightful little loophole’ to open it

    The restaurant serves locally-sourced food and doesn’t “cater to the faddy”, according to its website  Jeremy Clarkson’s local council has launched an investigation into his new restaurant -after he found a ‘‘delightful little loophole’’ to open it. The ‘Clarkson’s Farm’ star’s ‘Diddly Squat’ eatery has long been hampered by local residents and planning laws. But […]

    3 years ago

  • Tens of thousands rush to sign-up to ‘Enough is Enough’ campaign – crashing their website

    Tens of thousands rush to sign-up to ‘Enough is Enough’ campaign – crashing their website

    The movement will look to channel cost-of-living anger into action A rush to sign up to the ‘Enough is Enough’ campaign has crashed their website, organisers say. The movement, which is backed by unions, politicians and commentators, aims to channel anger surrounding the cost-of-living crisis into action. They are calling for fair pay, affordable bills, […]

    3 years ago

  • Brits could be told to shower for a minute less per day under new drought measures

    Brits could be told to shower for a minute less per day under new drought measures

    It comes as the UK prepares for another heatwave…  Brits could be told to spend 60 seconds less in the shower per day in an effort to save water during the hot and dry summer. Another heatwave is due to hit the UK which will last longer than July’s record-breaking hot spell, exacerbating dry conditions […]

    3 years ago

  • Can you guess the real names of these UK politicians?

    Can you guess the real names of these UK politicians?

    7/10 is a good score on this one! Liz Truss has extended her lead over Rishi Sunak among Tory members, according to the latest polls, as the race to replace Prime Minister Boris Johnson heats up. The Foreign Secretary was faced to make an embarrassing U-turn on Tuesday after announcing that she would save £8.8 […]

    3 years ago

  • Final Love Island results show Davide and Ekin-su blew the competition out of the water

    Final Love Island results show Davide and Ekin-su blew the competition out of the water

    Indiyah and Dami were so close to bagging second place  The final Love Island results have been revealed by ITV – and they show Ekin-su Cülcüloğlu and Davide Sanclimenti won by landslide! Viewers voted for their favourite couple after a summer’s-worth of romance, with the winner revealed on Monday night at the end-of-season finale. Davide and […]

    3 years ago

  • New smartphone app checks foods for cancer causing chemicals

    New smartphone app checks foods for cancer causing chemicals

    Scientists say the app will help consumers make more informed decisions A new smartphone app is able to check food for cancer causing chemicals. Scientists have developed a colour-changing film shoppers can stick onto processed meats. Snapping a picture quickly analyses levels of preservatives known as nitrates and nitrites. They give sausages and bacon their […]

    3 years ago

  • Inside the UK’s biggest sports bar – set to open ahead of 2022 World Cup

    Inside the UK’s biggest sports bar – set to open ahead of 2022 World Cup

    The 500-capacity venue will feature cinematic screens and a player’s tunnel on entry Building work on the biggest sports bar in the UK is nearing completion, with doors set to open just in time for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Based in London’s Tobacco Dock, ‘Pitchside’ is set to be the ultimate fan-zone for […]

    3 years ago

  • Swimmer bitten by a shark off the coast of Britain

    Swimmer bitten by a shark off the coast of Britain

    It’s the first recorded attack of its kind in 175 years A swimmer has been bitten by a shark while snorkelling off the coast of Britain. The victim sustained a leg injury when they were attacked in a rare case off the Cornish coast near Penzance. The incident took place late last week and is […]

    3 years ago

  • Simple hack will bag you a Nando’s meal for under £6

    Simple hack will bag you a Nando’s meal for under £6

    TikToker Ally Khan spills the beans Nando’s has been revealed to be one of the fast food outlets that have bumped their prices up on the back of soaring inflation. The fast-food outlet quietly hiked its prices early this year by as much as 8 per cent, according to Sun reports. The restaurant giant added 55p to the […]

    3 years ago

  • Vicky McClure meets real-life AC-12 unit during visit to Nottinghamshire Police HQ

    Vicky McClure meets real-life AC-12 unit during visit to Nottinghamshire Police HQ

    The actress met the equivalent of Kate, Steve and Hastings  Line of Duty star Vicky McClure visited a real-life AC-12 as she opened a police force’s brand new headquarters in her home town. The actress, known to millions as Detective Inspector Kate Fleming in the hit BBC drama, was given a tour of Nottinghamshire Police’s […]

    3 years ago

  • Jacob Rees-Mogg says he was ‘wrong in the right way’ about post-Brexit queues at Dover

    Jacob Rees-Mogg says he was ‘wrong in the right way’ about post-Brexit queues at Dover

    Nick Ferrari confronted the Brexiteer about comments he made on his show in 2018 Jacob Rees-Mogg was asked to explain comments he made in 2018 about how Brexit would impact Channel crossings on Nick Ferrari’s LBC show this morning. The arch Brexiteer vowed that after Brexit: “We will maintain a free-flowing border at Dover. “The delays will […]

    3 years ago

  • British shoppers pay up to 50 per cent more than those in EU ‘thanks to Brexit’

    British shoppers pay up to 50 per cent more than those in EU ‘thanks to Brexit’

    Prices at popular high-street shops are going through the roof  British shoppers are having to endure vastly higher prices at popular high-street outlets thanks to the effects of Brexit, a Guardian Money investigation has revealed. A snapshot survey of pan-European stores shows many of them are charging more for the same items in Britain, and none are […]

    3 years ago