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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  • Revealed: The funniest football chants of all time

    Revealed: The funniest football chants of all time

    An ode to Peter Crouch tops the list Football supporters have had their say on the funniest chants – with an ode to Peter Crouch coming top. “He’s big, he’s red, his feet stick out the bed” dates back to the six-foot-six star’s Liverpool career where he played from 2005 to 2008. Second spot went […]

    2 years ago

  • Suella Braverman could be in contempt of court over Chris Kaba tweets

    Suella Braverman could be in contempt of court over Chris Kaba tweets

    ‘What was she thinking?’ Former chief prosecutor Nazir Afzal has suggested Suella Braverman could be in contempt of court over social media posts that pertain to an ongoing murder trial. A Met Police officer appeared in court on Thursday in relation to the fatal shooting of Chris Kaba, 24, who was unarmed when he was […]

    2 years ago

  • Office ‘snackiquette’ guide calls for boiled eggs to be banned from the workplace

    Office ‘snackiquette’ guide calls for boiled eggs to be banned from the workplace

    Smoked mackerel was also among the most offensive things to eat at work A new office ‘snackiquette’ guide has been launched – which suggests smoked mackerel, boiled eggs and noisy crisps should never be eaten near colleagues. Etiquette expert and star of ‘Help I Sexted my Boss’ podcast, William Hanson, advises to avoid tucking into […]

    2 years ago

  • SPAM banished from kitchen cupboards as modern staples muscle in

    SPAM banished from kitchen cupboards as modern staples muscle in

    Corned beef, Bovril and tinned peaches have also been given the boot British cupboards are now home to staples few would have heard of in 1980 – like couscous, harissa and coconut milk, according to a study. Research among 2,000 adults found one in three homes now have a bottle of soy sauce available at all times, 10 […]

    2 years ago

  • easyJet recruitment campaign targets blokes for cabin crew roles

    easyJet recruitment campaign targets blokes for cabin crew roles

    Most blokes consider it to be a stereotypically female job A former chef, radio presenter and opera singer are the stars of a new cabin crew recruitment campaign – which aims to tackle stereotypes about the profession. It comes after research of 2,000 adults found 43 per cent of men wouldn’t consider the role as […]

    2 years ago

  • London’s ‘worst street’ gets transformed into urban jungle

    London’s ‘worst street’ gets transformed into urban jungle

    The ‘Inspired by the Wild’ project looks to bring a slice of the countryside to the Big Smoke A street in Dalston known to its residents as ‘the worst street in London’ has undergone a nature-fuelled rejuvenation in a bid to bring a slice of the countryside to the backstreets of the Big Smoke. The […]

    2 years ago

  • Demonstrators stage naked protest ahead of London Fashion Week

    Demonstrators stage naked protest ahead of London Fashion Week

    They hope to raise awareness of the environmental impact of seasonal fashion trends Demonstrators staged a ‘naked’ protest ahead of London Fashion Week to highlight the role it has in promoting overconsumption and needless waste. A group of men and women gathered outside Somerset House wearing only placards and skin-coloured undies to protect their modesty. […]

    2 years ago

  • Students launch vitamin powder that makes tequila shots taste like water

    Students launch vitamin powder that makes tequila shots taste like water

    FIZZR sachets will set you back £3.95 for a pack of 10 Two university students have launched a new product that promises to make shot drinking a no-pain-all-gain experience – and the reviews suggest it could be the real deal. Harry Otvos, 22, and Solomon Moryoussef, 21, say they came up with the solution to […]

    2 years ago

  • ‘Balls allowed’ campaign launched to give kids a place to play

    ‘Balls allowed’ campaign launched to give kids a place to play

    The urban areas are being created in cities the country Lionesses’ legend Fara Williams MBE has backed a campaign to save the humble football kickabout amid concerns kids have less space than ever to play. Capped 177 times for her country, scoring 40 goals in the process, the former Everton, Liverpool, and Arsenal star had […]

    2 years ago

  • Fan forcefully ejected from Wrexham’s Racecourse Ground over ‘two-fingered salute’

    Fan forcefully ejected from Wrexham’s Racecourse Ground over ‘two-fingered salute’

    Others who tried to intervene were told they’d have their ‘big day out’ ruined Concerns over the heavy-handed nature of the Police Force have been aired after a football fan was forcefully ejected from The Racecourse Ground in Wrexham over a two-fingered salute. The North Wales outfit – which has seen its fortunes markedly improve […]

    2 years ago

  • Jonah Hill snorted so much fake cocaine on Wolf of Wall Street set he had to be hospitalised

    Jonah Hill snorted so much fake cocaine on Wolf of Wall Street set he had to be hospitalised

    He has thanked Martin Scorsese for pushing him ‘over the edge’ Jonah Hill has revealed that he was hospitalised with bronchitis after filming Wolf of Wall Street. The American actor, who has recently released the therapy documentary Stutz on Netflix, said he ended up with a severe respiratory condition after snorting too much vitamin D powder […]

    2 years ago

  • Study reveals what £15 would have bought you 15 years ago compared to now

    Study reveals what £15 would have bought you 15 years ago compared to now

    Spoiler: You got a lot more beers for your buck Here’s what £15 would have bought you 15 years ago – compared to now. In 2008, based on the average UK price at the time, you could’ve expected to get the best part of seven pints for your money – but now you’d be lucky […]

    2 years ago

  • St James’ Park crowned best ground in the Premier League for pre-match boozing

    St James’ Park crowned best ground in the Premier League for pre-match boozing

    The is an eye-watering 131 pubs within a 15-minute walk of the stadium St James’ Park in Newcastle has been crowned the best ground in the Premier League for a pre-match pint. A new study by AceOdds ranked each stadium by the number of pubs within a fifteen-minute walk for the ultimate fan experience. They’ve […]

    2 years ago

  • Morrisons launch doner kebab flavoured crisps

    Morrisons launch doner kebab flavoured crisps

    Takeaway lovers rejoice! Donor kebabs will no longer be the preserve of drunken nights out after Morrisons launched new kebab-flavoured crisps for everyday munching. Hot on the heels of Aldi’s announcement that garlic bread-flavoured crisps are now officially a thing, Morrisons has upped the ante by bringing the taste of the takeaway to your homes. […]

    2 years ago

  • Football team in Cheddar agrees sponsorship deal with vegan cheese alternative

    Football team in Cheddar agrees sponsorship deal with vegan cheese alternative

    The Cheesemen have been handed a full kit refresh too No whey! A football team in Cheddar is causing a stir after agreeing a sponsorship deal with a vegan rival of its popular namesake cheese. Cheddar AFC, which is based in the Somerset town where the much-loved cheese is matured in the famous caves, will […]

    2 years ago

  • You can now stay in a wombat’s burrow as unique B&B opens to the public

    You can now stay in a wombat’s burrow as unique B&B opens to the public

    The B&Burrow is nestled in the ancient woodlands of the Mendip Hills Fancy a night in a wombat’s burrow? A quirky B&B is opening for Brits who have accidentally dug themselves into a travel hole over the summer. People who confess to their silliest holiday blunders could be in with a chance of getting to […]

    2 years ago

  • Sunderland fans fume at £37 tickets for Coventry City away

    Sunderland fans fume at £37 tickets for Coventry City away

    Welcome to the most expensive league on the planet  Sunderland fans making the 400-mile round-trip to Coventry are being asked to cough up £37 at the gate for a ticket. The Mackems face the Sky Blues on the August Bank Holiday after they sealed promotion from League 1 last season in the play-off final. But […]

    2 years ago

  • Aunt Bessie’s beer set to hit supermarket shelves

    Aunt Bessie’s beer set to hit supermarket shelves

    Roast Dinner and Jam Roly Poly ales will soon be on sale Dinner times are set to change forever after a new collaboration for the ages brought some of the best food/ drink pairings imaginable to market. Aunt Bessie’s – a Sunday staple in most households – has teamed up with Yorkshire brewing behemoths Northern […]

    2 years ago

  • Man rejected for job interview before he’d even made it past reception

    Man rejected for job interview before he’d even made it past reception

    ‘Thank you for your time but the interview is over’ A man failed to make it past the front desk during a recent interview after the hiring manager posed as a receptionist to test his moral standing. The unlucky job hunter was shown the door no sooner than he’d walked through it after giving off […]

    2 years ago

  • Luton sends defiant message to pundits writing them off this season

    Luton sends defiant message to pundits writing them off this season

    Passengers flying into Luton Airport have been greeted with a 2,275sqm grass painting Luton boss Rob Edwards insists there is absolutely no shame in his Town side being written off as Premier League relegation fodder before a ball has even been kicked this season. After winning the Championship play-off final, the Hatters begin their top […]

    2 years ago

  • Brits can now reserve pub garden seats using beach towels

    Brits can now reserve pub garden seats using beach towels

    You no longer have to travel to engage in towel wars Brits staying in Blighty this summer have been given the opportunity to engage in the towel wars that have gripped the continent – by heading down to the local. Videos from popular holiday destinations across Europe have emerged this summer of towels being ripped […]

    2 years ago

  • Millwall hooligan reveals only club he was actually scared of

    Millwall hooligan reveals only club he was actually scared of

    ‘I’ve got to give it to them’, he said A Millwall hooligan has revealed the one club that was feared more than any other in a tell-all interview with James English. ‘Ginger Bob’ appeared on the Anything Goes podcast to discuss his days in the ‘Bushwackers’ firm in the 1970’s and 1980’s. He joined the […]

    2 years ago

  • Big Zuu is out to find Britain’s favourite chicken recipe

    Big Zuu is out to find Britain’s favourite chicken recipe

    The recipes will be dished up in community kitchens across the country Rapper and chef Big Zuu is fronting a charity initiative to find the nation’s favourite chicken recipe – while helping to feed those facing food insecurity. The TV personality is looking to find 10 winning recipes that will be dished up in community […]

    2 years ago

  • Michelin-starred chef creates mouthwatering desserts using Skittles

    Michelin-starred chef creates mouthwatering desserts using Skittles

    Anyone for Sweet and Smoky Strawberries? Michelin-starred chef Michael O’Hare has put a sweet twist on classic desserts – using new Skittles Desserts sweets. The Great British Menu stalwart is renowned throughout fine dining circles for his distinctive and creative dishes. But now, Michael has been tasked to take his avant-garde culinary expertise and apply […]

    2 years ago

  • Live-stream of a London skip has people glued to their screens

    Live-stream of a London skip has people glued to their screens

    The skip was installed to highlight the scourge of unwanted debris Hundreds of internet sleuths are tuning in to a live-stream to watch what people fly tip in a central London skip. Skip Watch TV began filming after a poll of 250 of Britain’s builders revealed 70 per cent had fallen victim to having their […]

    2 years ago

  • Asian Tour coming to Scotland for the first time ever

    Asian Tour coming to Scotland for the first time ever

    Fairmont St Andrews will be hosting the event. We paid it a visit to see what the players can expect The Asian Tour is set to head to Scotland for the first time this month, with a purse of $1,500,000 up for grabs. The inaugural St Andrews Bay Championship will take place at the venue’s […]

    2 years ago

  • Sex addict who slept with more than 700 men starts bootcamps to teach self-esteem

    Sex addict who slept with more than 700 men starts bootcamps to teach self-esteem

    Belinda Rygier is hoping to help others beat their addiction  A reformed sex addict who slept with more than 700 men has started her own healing bootcamps where she teaches self-esteem and how to establish healthy, respectful relationships. Belinda Rygier, a former contestant on The Bachelor, said her wild lifestyle put a strain on her […]

    2 years ago

  • Oppenheimer’s viral mistake spotted by viewers

    Oppenheimer’s viral mistake spotted by viewers

    ‘I can confirm this was a lie’ Oppenheimer continued to smash records this week, becoming the first R-rated film to gross more than $10 million for seven days in a row. Cillian Murphy plays the titular J Robert Oppenheimer in the film and is joined by an all-star cast, with Emily Blunt as Kitty Oppenheimer, […]

    2 years ago

  • ‘Horrified’ mum forced to leave Barbie movie with her daughter after 10 minutes

    ‘Horrified’ mum forced to leave Barbie movie with her daughter after 10 minutes

    She slammed the “inappropriate” and “sexual” film A mum says she was forced to leave a Barbie screening after just ten minutes due to the inappropriate content shown in the film. Taking to Instagram, actor and parent Juhi Parmar slammed the makers of the movie, saying they have broken the “perfect illusion of Barbie”, leaving […]

    2 years ago

  • Aldi set to launch garlic bread-flavoured crisps

    Aldi set to launch garlic bread-flavoured crisps

    The future is here Discount supermarket chain Aldi has launched garlic bread-flavoured crisps – much to the delight of snack enthusiasts on social media. Just when you think they’ve thought of it all, you think “Where can they go with this next?”, the German retailer has hit consumers with a pairing made in heaven – […]

    2 years ago

  • Conor McGregor’s Irish stout set to hit UK supermarket shelves this week

    Conor McGregor’s Irish stout set to hit UK supermarket shelves this week

    The UFC man has already fired shots at Guinness Conor McGregor’s Irish stout is set to be rolled out across 400 Asda supermarkets this week, it has been announced. Forged Irish Stout was first brewed in late 2020 and until now, has been available exclusively in McGregor’s The Black Forge Inn near his childhood home […]

    2 years ago

  • Quiz: Where do you fall on the munch-o-meter?

    Quiz: Where do you fall on the munch-o-meter?

    Where do you turn when you’ve got the munchies? When it comes to food on the go are you an Anything Goes Andy or a Picky Pat? If hunger strikes, will anything fill the void, or are you more particular in your preferences? This quiz will tell you where you fall on the munch-o-meter. It […]

    2 years ago

  • Wey aye, man! Newcastle is officially the best city in the UK

    Wey aye, man! Newcastle is officially the best city in the UK

    The northeast city ranked top for food, fashion and nightlife Wey aye, man – Newcastle has been voted the best city in the UK for its food, fashion and nightlife, according to research. A quirky survey asked 2,000 residents in the UK’s largest cities to rate the different “vibes” in their area, such as sense […]

    2 years ago

  • Quiz: Can you complete the OS Map Reading challenge?

    Quiz: Can you complete the OS Map Reading challenge?

    Most people will struggle with this Have you got what it takes to complete the OS Map Reading challenge? Experts have put together the test, which features questions on map symbols, scale and how to read contours, to allow people to evaluate their skills – which can be used on paper or digital maps. It […]

    2 years ago

  • Hardly anyone knows what the washing symbols on clothes mean

    Hardly anyone knows what the washing symbols on clothes mean

    It’s not just Rachel from Friends who can’t do laundry More than seven in 10 adults don’t fully understand what the washing symbols mean on their clothes. A poll of 2,000 adults found 32 per cent believe there are too many of them to comprehend while 22 per cent get confused by the varying instructions […]

    2 years ago

  • Wrexham’s Paul Mullin rushed to hospital after puncturing lung in Man United game

    Wrexham’s Paul Mullin rushed to hospital after puncturing lung in Man United game

    The League Two side thrashed United in San Diego, but things got pretty heated Wrexham’s Paul Mullin was rushed to hospital after tempers flared in a tense pre-season friendly against Manchester United in San Diego. The League 2 striker picked up the nasty injury just 12 minutes into the game when United’s Nathan Bishop absolutely […]

    2 years ago

  • Aldi is looking for an official beer taster to test their new range for free

    Aldi is looking for an official beer taster to test their new range for free

    Somebody’s dream job is just a short questionnaire away We all know a beer snob who thinks they have the definitive steer on what the best pints on the market are, right? Well, now’s the time to see what they are made of. Supermarket giant Aldi is on the hunt for an Official Beer Taster […]

    2 years ago

  • Film described as the ‘Rambo of fighting Nazis’ is getting rave reviews

    Film described as the ‘Rambo of fighting Nazis’ is getting rave reviews

    It’s ‘no filler, all killer’ A film that has been described as a cross between John Wick and Rambo is now been shown on several screening platforms to rave reviews. Sisu captures the story of a solitary gold miner who crosses paths with Nazis on a scorched-earth retreat in northern Finland. When the soldiers decide […]

    2 years ago

  • Bruce Bogtrotter star quit acting after Matilda to become a doctor

    Bruce Bogtrotter star quit acting after Matilda to become a doctor

    He’s unrecognisable these days The actor famed for tackling a monstrous chocolate cake in front of an assembly full of students in Matilda is now a doctor specialising in osteopathy! Jimmy Karz played the young student in the Danny DeVito adaptation of Roald Dahl’s famous book, but he’s long since been doing something else with […]

    2 years ago

  • Shaka Hislop collapses live on air during ESPN broadcast

    Shaka Hislop collapses live on air during ESPN broadcast

    The former Premier League goalkeeper was covering Real Madrid vs AC Milan Shaka Hislop dramatically collapsed live on air during an ESPN broadcast in California. The former Premier League goalkeeper was covering a pre-season friendly between Real Madrid and AC Milan in the States. He was pitchside when the incident occurred. Broadcasting partner Dan Thomas […]

    2 years ago

  • Bodybuilder Justyn Vicky dies after trying to lift 460Ib weight

    Bodybuilder Justyn Vicky dies after trying to lift 460Ib weight

    The ‘freak incident’ occurred at a gym in Bali Bodybuilder and influencer Justyn Vicky has died in a freak workout incident in a gym in Bali. The 33-year-old was strength training when an attempt to squat-press 460lb (210kg) went badly wrong. He was rushed to hospital with a broken neck and critical compression of vital […]

    2 years ago