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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  • Man travels to ten countries in 24 hours – using just public transport

    Man travels to ten countries in 24 hours – using just public transport

    The trip included eight trains, five buses, a coach, a tram, and a hire bike! A man travelled nearly 600 miles and to TEN countries in 24 hours – using just public transport. Jo Kibble, 40, travelled from London to Eijsden, in the very south of the Netherlands, to start his challenge to travel to […]

    3 years ago

  • 6ft 2ins woman who wanted to shrink now making £250k a month on OnlyFans

    6ft 2ins woman who wanted to shrink now making £250k a month on OnlyFans

    ‘I want to inspire other tall girls’ A 6ft 2ins woman who wanted to shrink says her height is now her superpower and she’s earning £250k a month on Only Fans. Marie Temara, 27, felt insecure about her 4ft 5in length legs for years – until she found fame on social media. She’d previously researched […]

    3 years ago

  • England football ‘fans’ in Qatar name their favourite players

    England football ‘fans’ in Qatar name their favourite players

    There was a lorra love for Stevie G! Speculation that football fans in Qatar have been hired in has mounted after a video surveying members of the ‘Barmy Army’ threw up some interesting results. The Qatar Supreme Committee has rejected claims that they have hired fake fans to promote the tournament on the back of […]

    3 years ago

  • Man who exposed Jimmy Saville has a new theory about Madeleine McCann’s disappearance

    Man who exposed Jimmy Saville has a new theory about Madeleine McCann’s disappearance

    He says he’s pored over the evidence and come to one conclusion The man who exposed Jimmy Saville for his sick crimes says he has a new theory about Madeleine McCann’s disappearance. Investigative journalist Mark Williams-Thomas has set his sights on the mysterious episode that has dominated front pages since 2007 – and says he […]

    3 years ago

  • Place In The Sun presenter Jasmine Harman tears up during emotional episode

    Place In The Sun presenter Jasmine Harman tears up during emotional episode

    It comes following her co-presenter’s terminal cancer diagnosis A Place In The Sun presenter Jasmine Harman teared up during a very ‘special episode’ of the show. The star, 47, toured Cyprus and shared a selfie from the sunny country with fans on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jasmine […]

    3 years ago

  • NASA release breathtaking pictures of Earth after historic Artemis launch

    NASA release breathtaking pictures of Earth after historic Artemis launch

    People have been tagging flat Earthers… who still refuse to believe the truth! NASA has released the first images taken by Artemis I after its historic launch from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida. The shuttle took off at 1.47am local time (6.57am GMT) on Wednesday and has since covered tens of thousands of miles […]

    3 years ago

  • Pilot aborts landing after passengers refuse to wear seatbelts

    Pilot aborts landing after passengers refuse to wear seatbelts

    ‘OMG JUST FASTEN THE BELT! why it is so hard’ A pilot was forced to abort a landing after passengers in the cabin refused to buckle up. Footage uploaded by TikToker Audi Khalid shows the captain of Scoot airline flight TR285 flying from Bali to Singapore turn the plane around for another approach after several […]

    3 years ago

  • Gemma Owen and Luca Bish split up – three months after becoming official

    Gemma Owen and Luca Bish split up – three months after becoming official

    Gemma made the announcement on Instagram  Love Island stars Gemma Owen and Luca Bish became the latest contestants to call time on their relationship – just three months after they made things official. Following hot on the heels of Paige and Adam, who split up last month, the finalists announced they are no longer together […]

    3 years ago

  • Joe Lycett reveals email to David Beckham following Qatar ambassador backlash

    Joe Lycett reveals email to David Beckham following Qatar ambassador backlash

    The comedian has given Beckham a £10,000 ultimatum ahead of the tournament Joe Lycett has sent an email to David Beckham’s PR urging them to respond to his ten-grand ultimatum ahead of the World Cup in Qatar. The former footballer is a paid ambassador for the Qatar World Cup, and while the 2022 competition is […]

    3 years ago

  • Man jailed after he became a multi-millionaire selling dodgy Sky TV boxes

    Man jailed after he became a multi-millionaire selling dodgy Sky TV boxes

    The boxes allowed customers to watch all the channels without paying for a subscription  A man has been jailed after he became a multi-millionaire selling dodgy TV boxes out of a storage unit. Web designer Halton Mark Anthony Powell has been sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison after he was discovered to have sold thousands […]

    3 years ago

  • Artificial grass company told to take down ‘irresponsible’ billboard

    Artificial grass company told to take down ‘irresponsible’ billboard

    The ad features a half-naked woman with the words: “Get laid by the best” An artificial grass company has been rapped by the advertising watchdog after featuring a half-naked woman on a billboard below the words: “Get laid by the best”. The huge hoarding, which was erected by supplier Great Grass, also features a title […]

    3 years ago

  • Artemis 1: Nasa’s moon rocket finally lifts off

    Artemis 1: Nasa’s moon rocket finally lifts off

    ‘We rise together, back to the moon and beyond’ The Artemis moon mission finally took off in the early hours of this morning after a series of failed attempts this year. The shuttle was launched at 1.47am local time (6.57am GMT), with Nasa’s Space Launch System rocket, its most powerful ever, propelling the Orion spacecraft upwards […]

    3 years ago

  • Football fan buys beer from every country playing at World Cup in Qatar

    Football fan buys beer from every country playing at World Cup in Qatar

    One Senegalese beer had to be transported over by a Russian living in northern Italy  A football fan has bought a beer from all 32 countries playing at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Gus Hully, 35, has been collecting lager and ale from across the world since as early as May. He’s even […]

    3 years ago

  • Will Ferrell is looking for someone to put him and his mum up in Liverpool

    Will Ferrell is looking for someone to put him and his mum up in Liverpool

    The star is keen to visit for the Eurovision song contest in 2023  Will Farrell has put a call out for anyone willing to host him and his mum for the Eurovision song contest in Liverpool next year. The actor is hoping to head to the UK to watch the finals live in the North […]

    3 years ago

  • Poland considers invoking NATO’s Article 4 over missile strikes

    Poland considers invoking NATO’s Article 4 over missile strikes

    It is one step short of a full military mobilisation  Poland is considering invoking Nato’s Article 4 after missiles killed two people close to its border with Ukraine. The attack has been described as a “very significant escalation” of the war by Volodymr Zelensky, and marks the first time since the invasion of Ukraine that […]

    3 years ago

  • US officials: Missile that hit Poland was fired by Ukrainian forces

    US officials: Missile that hit Poland was fired by Ukrainian forces

    Poland’s Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki has urged his compatriots to remain calm US officials have suggested that the missile that hit Poland could have been fired by Ukrainian forces at an incoming Russian missile. Two people were killed after missiles struck the eastern part of the country in what has been described as “a very […]

    3 years ago

  • New Zealander issues apology after tackling a Terry’s chocolate orange whole hog

    New Zealander issues apology after tackling a Terry’s chocolate orange whole hog

    Oh, mate… A celebrity from New Zealand has posted an apology to the UK after she filmed herself biting into a Terry’s chocolate orange – rather than going by segments. The influencer and mental health activist from Auckland Jazz Thornton took to TikTok to post a video of herself trying some confectionery and foodstuffs from […]

    3 years ago

  • Man forces emergency landing after putting his hand up a flight attendant’s skirt

    Man forces emergency landing after putting his hand up a flight attendant’s skirt

    The Jet2 flight from Leeds to Alicante was forced to divert to Nantes A British man forced a plane to perform an emergency landing after he put his hand up a flight attendant’s skirt mid-journey. The Jet2 flight from Leeds to Alicante diverted to the French city of Nantes after a “seriously drunk” 66-year-old passenger […]

    3 years ago

  • TikTok star reveals how you can feed your family for £1 a head

    TikTok star reveals how you can feed your family for £1 a head

    New research suggests the average household spends nearly £230 on food each month A TikTok star has revealed her simple recipes which cost just £1 per portion to feed a family of four. Becky Excell has created a menu of nutritious and healthy dishes – including smoky tomato rice, sticky sausage stew and turkey and […]

    3 years ago

  • Pop-up pub offers pints for 66p on selected days during World Cup

    Pop-up pub offers pints for 66p on selected days during World Cup

    It’s a far sight from some of the prices facing fans travelling to Qatar A pop-up pub in London will be serving a selection of beer and wine for just 66p during selected days of the upcoming World Cup. The ZYN Arms, launched by nicotine pouch brand ZYN, has been designed following national research revealing […]

    3 years ago

  • The top 20 greatest World Cup moments of all time

    The top 20 greatest World Cup moments of all time

    Three new World Cup documentaries are set to be aired on Sky from this weekend The greatest world cup moments of all time include Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ at Mexico ‘86, Geoff Hurst’s hat trick in ‘66, and Gordon Banks’ save from Pele’s header in 1970. Michael Owen’s goal against Argentina at France ’98 […]

    3 years ago

  • New Utilita scheme rewards customers for not using energy during peak times

    New Utilita scheme rewards customers for not using energy during peak times

    Customers will be incentivised not to use energy between 17:00 – 22:30  One of the UK’s biggest energy companies is launching a new trial that rewards customers for not using energy during peak times. Currently being tested by 1,000 customers, the ‘Power Payback’ feature could save all of those who subscribe to Utilita £61m annually. […]

    3 years ago

  • Elon Musk fans create 30-foot long GOAT monument to hero

    Elon Musk fans create 30-foot long GOAT monument to hero

    The monument cost £524k to build and will be dropped off at Musk’s Tesla workspace this month Elon Musk fans have created a 30-foot long monument to their hero – as a GOAT. The £524k piece sees the billionaire’s head atop the animal’s body – and riding a rocket. It’s the brainchild of cryptocurrency firm […]

    3 years ago

  • Quiz: How many of these classic international football shirts can you identify?

    Quiz: How many of these classic international football shirts can you identify?

    6/8 is a good score on this  With the World Cup just around the corner, can you identify these classic international football shirts which have stood the test of time? Take this brain teaser quiz to see if you can recognise your favourite kits from around the world, featuring the likes of Brazil, Germany and […]

    3 years ago

  • Subway launch festive menu with game-changing dipping gravy

    Subway launch festive menu with game-changing dipping gravy

    Turkey Stack with Dipping Gravy, anyone?  Subway is set to launch its Festive Menu in stores from Wednesday (9th November), featuring the return of some fan favourites as well as a game-changing dipping gravy. With Christmas fast approaching, fast-food outlets are preparing to go toe-to-toe to get the endorsement of hungry punters. Bakery chain Greggs […]

    3 years ago

  • Cristiano Ronaldo exit on the cards after boss has change of heart

    Cristiano Ronaldo exit on the cards after boss has change of heart

    The Manchester United forward could be on his way out  Cristiano Ronaldo could be returning back to his home country of Portugal after Sporting Lison’s boss changed his stance on the Manchester United forward. According to TEAMtalk’s transfer expert Graeme Bailey, head coach Ruben Amorim is open to the idea of bringing the 37-year-old back […]

    3 years ago

  • Greggs is rolling out a bottomless Festive Bake brunch

    Greggs is rolling out a bottomless Festive Bake brunch

    Pastries will be paired with Greggspresso martinis You’ve heard about the rest, now get ready to try the best. Prosecco and eggs royale brunches have stormed the market over the past few years, allowing punters to tuck into endless plates of food and quaff fizz and pornstar martinis until they drop… usually at around 3pm […]

    3 years ago

  • Bounty bars to disappear from Celebrations tubs this Christmas

    Bounty bars to disappear from Celebrations tubs this Christmas

    Turns out more than a third of people never touch the sweet  Bounty bars are set to be banished from Celebrations tubs this Christmas in a move that is likely to divide opinion. The mini chocolate bar will be removed from certain tubs in a trial after research found 39 per cent of consumers never […]

    3 years ago

  • Woman sat outside her ex’s apartment until they matched on Bumble

    Woman sat outside her ex’s apartment until they matched on Bumble

    She told him it was ‘fate’ when they got back together A woman sat outside her ex’s apartment, scrolling through Bumble until she found his dating profile and matched with him to get them back together – and now they’re set to wed. Sarah Young, 24, sat outside her ex’s place, changed her Bumble settings […]

    3 years ago

  • Heinz Beanz Pizza set to return to supermarkets after near 20-year absence

    Heinz Beanz Pizza set to return to supermarkets after near 20-year absence

    The freezer favourite was last available in 2003 Forget the Spice Girls, frosted tips and the macarena, a true 90s classic is set to return to supermarkets this month after a near 20-year absence. Arriving first in Iceland from the end of November, the Heinz Beanz Pizza joins one of several brand-new Heinz Beanz innovations […]

    3 years ago

  • Amazon driver dead following vicious dog attack

    Amazon driver dead following vicious dog attack

    Tragic news  An Amazon driver was found dead after a suspected animal attack outside a home in Missouri. Ray County Sheriff’s deputies were called out to a home in Excelsior Springs after neighbors reported that a delivery truck had been parked outside the home for several hours. When deputies arrived, they found the truck’s driver […]

    3 years ago

  • Study reveals how much the average Brit spends on an engagement ring

    Study reveals how much the average Brit spends on an engagement ring

    If you’re planning on popping the question – this could prove to be a useful guide  A new study has revealed how much the average Brit spends on an engagement ring – with splits across age, region and income bracket throwing up some interesting results. With the Google searches for ‘how much should you spend […]

    3 years ago

  • Revealed: The top 40 commuter bugbears

    Revealed: The top 40 commuter bugbears

    Man-spreading and smelly food eaters are both on the list  Commuters have revealed their biggest public transport bugbears, including ‘man-spreaders’, feet on the seats, and smelly food eaters. A poll of 1,000 adults who use buses, trains, trams, the tube, or boats to get to their place of employment found 50 per cent consider their […]

    3 years ago

  • Scotland and Ireland feature in list of World’s most beautiful runways

    Scotland and Ireland feature in list of World’s most beautiful runways

    There are more than 40,000 airports in the world – are these the best of them?  A list of the best airport runways in the World has tipped landings in Scotland and Ireland as being among the crème de la crème. It is estimated there are more than 41,000 airports in the world. While it […]

    3 years ago

  • ‘Charge anxiety’ is now officially a thing

    ‘Charge anxiety’ is now officially a thing

    Over-reliance on phones to do… well, everything, is causing Brits angst Music-mad Brits are suffering from ‘charge anxiety’ at concerts – because they rely on their phone to pay for travel, drinks and merchandise, to contact gig-going pals and so they can capture memories and record content. A study of 2,000 adults who regularly attend […]

    3 years ago

  • Were you born in the wrong decade? Take this quiz to find out

    Were you born in the wrong decade? Take this quiz to find out

    Are you out of time – or in the right place?  Ever feel like you were born in the wrong decade when it comes to your likes and dislikes? This quiz will tell you exactly what era you should have grown up in… Do you ever find yourself sitting with friends listening to the latest […]

    3 years ago

  • Boris Johnson pulls out of Conservative leadership race

    Boris Johnson pulls out of Conservative leadership race

    The former PM could only get 59 MPs to publicly support him Boris Johnson has pulled out of the Tory leadership race. It is believed the former prime minister couldn’t attract the required number of MPs to progress (100). According to reports, Johnson only managed to get 59 MPs to publicly support him, including many […]

    3 years ago

  • Spoof job advert for UK Prime Minister seeks people lacking ‘moral fortitude’

    Spoof job advert for UK Prime Minister seeks people lacking ‘moral fortitude’

    ‘No previous experience necessary’ Larry & Paul’s recruitment agency has put out an ad for the vacant position of UK prime minister. Liz Truss was forced to resign from the position on Thursday after just 44 days in the job. This makes her the shortest-serving Prime Minister in British history. It comes after one of […]

    3 years ago

  • Dunelm staff left in tears over Children’s requests for Christmas presents

    Dunelm staff left in tears over Children’s requests for Christmas presents

    ‘How are we in 2022, and facing this?’ Shop staff at Dunelm have been left in tears over Children’s requests for Christmas presents in this year’s annual appeal. The home store puts out a Christmas appeal every year in the hope of delivering ‘joy’ this season. It involves putting up pre-written tags on a tree […]

    3 years ago

  • Mum creates private beach in her landlocked back garden for £134k

    Mum creates private beach in her landlocked back garden for £134k

    It features a tanning ledge, waterfall and sun loungers A mum has created her own beach in her back garden – complete with a slide, sun loungers and waterfall. Sarah Miller, 33, and her husband Travis, 38, live in Pennsylvania, miles from the nearest coastline. So they decided to bring the beach to their new […]

    3 years ago

  • KSI accuses Asda workers of selling Prime Hydration on the black market

    KSI accuses Asda workers of selling Prime Hydration on the black market

    Bottles of the energy drink go for over 6 times the shelf price on eBay KSI has refuted claims that there are shortages of his energy drink at ASDA – saying staff are selling them on the black market for a tidy profit. It was reported earlier this week that bottles of Prime Hydration, launched […]

    3 years ago

  • Plane crashes into US apartment building, killing everyone on board

    Plane crashes into US apartment building, killing everyone on board

    ‘I heard the big bang and then the house shaking’, one resident said A plane has crashed into a barn next to a New Hampshire apartment building, killing everyone on board. According to local reports, the single-engine jet came down near Keene’s Dillant-Hopkins airport. Residents say the plane hit a storage barn area, which caught […]

    3 years ago

  • Joe Lycett trolls Liz Truss following her resignation

    Joe Lycett trolls Liz Truss following her resignation

    The comedian has played Liz Truss ‘fanboy’ ever since she was elected PM in September Joe Lycett has hilariously trolled Liz Truss after the prime minister announced she was stepping down. Truss resigned from her role following a scandalous 24 hours at Westminster. Lasting just 44 days, she becomes the shortest-serving Prime Minister in British history […]

    3 years ago

  • Boris Johnson WILL stand in Tory leadership contest

    Boris Johnson WILL stand in Tory leadership contest

    He stood down as Prime Minister just six weeks ago!  Boris Johnson could replicate his hero Winston Churchill’s parliamentary record by running for a second term as Prime Minister. The MP for Uxbridge and South Ruislip is expected to put his hat in the ring because he believes it is a matter of “national interest”, […]

    3 years ago

  • Truss resignation sparks market recovery – with pound shooting up

    Truss resignation sparks market recovery – with pound shooting up

    Gilts also fell back following the announcement  There has been a position reaction to the resignation of Liz Truss in the markets. The Prime Minister stepped down today after just 44 days in office following the fierce backlash against her economic plan and humiliating climbdown. Low-tax and low-regulation policies unveiled in Kwasi Kwarteng’s budget plunged the […]

    3 years ago

  • Russian jet fired missile near British plane patrolling Black Sea

    Russian jet fired missile near British plane patrolling Black Sea

    The ‘interaction’ lasted 90 minutes, the Defence Secretary said Ben Wallace says he has been in contact with his Russian counterpart Sergei Shoigu after a Russian fighter jet fired a missile near a British plane above the Black Sea. The Defence Secretary announced in the Commons that two Russian Su-27 fighters had ‘interacted’ with an […]

    3 years ago