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TWEETS: Tinder goes down and everybody goes into panic mode
The struggle was real. For some single people (and some not so single people operating anonymously), Tinder can be as addictive as Twitter, Facebook or any social media app. Even if one has no interest in finding a match, casually checking out available singles in your area is an entertaining enough way of passing a […]
11 years ago

There’s huge demand for a surprise new league on FIFA 17
FIFA 17 might well be over six months from release, but that isn’t stopping some from speculating about its new features. Continuing the trend of recent years, the latest game in the FIFA series is expected to feature new leagues. As pointed out by alphr, it’s unlikely that the game’s makers, EA, will pay much […]
11 years ago

Pep Guardiola ‘spooked’ at the thought of Jose Mourinho taking charge at Manchester United
With Pep Guardiola confirmed as the new Manchester City manager from the start of next season, we’re still no closer to discovering if he’ll be joined in Manchester by old foe Jose Mourinho. The former Chelsea boss has been linked with a move to Manchester United throughout the season, but there’s still no signs from […]
11 years ago

PIC: This woman believes her knee looks just like James Corden
Freaky. This is a hell of a claim to fame – a 22-year-old from Wales recently discovered that her knee is the spitting image of James Corden. Where’s TFI Friday when you need it? Emily Daly also believes that her right knee could easily be mistaken for North Korean despot Kim Jong-un. She posted the following […]
11 years ago

VIDEO: Fans stop Mesut Ozil’s car and beg him not to leave Arsenal
If he wasn’t thinking of leaving already, he may be considering it now. Arsenal fans are not in a good place. Both morale-wise or emotionally. On the verge of Champions League elimination, 11 points behind Premier League leaders Leicester City, and dumped out of the FA Cup by Watford. Such is their fragile mindset that they’re acting […]
11 years ago

TWEETS: Fans of all colours are desperate for Leicester City to make history
It’s happening. It’s actually happening. Everyone was waiting for the wheels to come off. It would definitely happen sooner rather than later. October perhaps. Christmas maybe. February/March time surely. But no, Leicester City march on with a fearless spirit and wild abandon to their play. In fact keeping the pressure off his charges is perhaps Claudio Ranieri’s greatest […]
11 years ago

The FA Cup semi-final games have been drawn
Glory is within touching distance. The balls have been drawn and the four five remaining clubs in this year’s FA Cup now know what the future holds for the semi-finals – pending the result of the remaining quarter-final replay. Chef Heston Blumenthal and Jermaine Jenas drew the following games: Crystal Palace vs Watford Everton vs West Ham United/Man […]
11 years ago

PIC: Was Zayn Malik’s face tattoo a big fake?
Zayn Malik fans went into a frenzy over the weekend after he showed off quite a sizeable tattoo on his face. The singer showed off a bird tattoo with the word ‘Mom’ etched on to the right-hand side of his face, near his temple – but now, some eagle-eyed people are calling his bluff and […]
11 years ago

There’s a surprisingly fun way to increase your work productivity
Do you often find yourself staring at hundreds of hilarious pictures of cats instead of working? We’ve all found ourselves distracted by the occasional animal video from time to time – but it turns out your short attention span could actually be helping you work harder, according to recent findings. A recent study published in […]
11 years ago

The UK’s ‘porn capital’ is revealed, and it’s hosted 128 adult films
And the hotbed of porn in the UK is…Sutton, rather bizarrely. The South London town has been home to more than 100 adult movies, with at least one filmed in the town centre in broad daylight. And councillor Trish Fivey has spoken out about the “absolutely disgraceful” decision to film scenes near where families walk […]
11 years ago

VIDEO: Here’s what happens when a Big Mac is doused in molten copper
Most of us manage to eat a Big Mac without pondering what would happen if we subjected the burger to a blazing hot liquid metal. Tito4re however, decided it was time the world saw such an experiment. The YouTuber pours molten copper on top of McDonald’s legendary burger in the video below. Incredibly, the copper […]
11 years ago

Distracted Chancellor George Osborne tweets Chris Evans about Top Gear filming
After ditching Jeremy Clarkson,the BBC might have thought that a new line-up of presenters might bring an end to some of the recent negative headlines. But ahead of the revamped show’s first airing, things aren’t going to plan. Matt Le Blanc drew headlines over the weekend as he joined forces with former rally driver Ken Block […]
11 years ago

Chris Evans apologises for Top Gear stunt filmed near Cenotaph
New Top Gear presenter Chris Evans has apologised after scenes for the revamped show’s new series were filmed near the Cenotaph in central London. Evans’ co-host Matt LeBlanc was seen driving around Westminster on Sunday and was pictured near the Whitehall memorial. The stunt was seen by many as being disrespectful and Evans issued an apology […]
11 years ago

PICS: Shocking images show damage to airplane after hitting birds at Heathrow Airport
Shocking images show the extensive damage done to Boeing 737-800 after it hit birds on its descent into Heathrow Airport this week. The passenger jet was left with a huge hole filled with feathers and blood in the nose of the craft when it was hit by a bird strike during its descent. The EgyptAir […]
11 years ago

Ronda Rousey talks to JOE and guesses whether these British place names are real or fake
Solid effort
11 years ago

Frankie Edgar is seriously stepping up his campaign to get Conor McGregor in the Octagon
Relentless
11 years ago

PIC: Liverpool stag party recreate Father Ted’s most iconic scene
Well played, guys. Frank McGinley and his mates from Derry are in Liverpool this weekend for a Father Ted-themed stag party. With the 20-strong group dressed up as priests on Saturday, they didn’t miss a trick to recreate the series’ most iconic scene when they walked into this department store. We believe this is the biggest lingerie […]
11 years ago

VIDEO: Raging cow causes havoc by invading football pitch during youth match
An apparently p*ssed off cow caused a temporary abandonment of a football match in Australia this weekend when it invaded the pitch. During a game in Granville, Sydney, the cow sprinted on to the field and took issue with one player who was thankfully agile enough to get away from the animal’s charges. No-one was hurt as both teams […]
11 years ago

PIC: John Legend emphatically shut down Donald Trump Jnr on Twitter
Fair play to John Legend. Donald Trump’s presidential campaign team postponed a rally in Chicago yesterday following clashes between supporters and demonstrators, with concerns over safety. Just take a look at some of the scenes in the University of Illinois after it was announced that the rally wouldn’t be taking place. The scene here after @realDonaldTrump canceled his […]
11 years ago

We hope you’re sitting down for this – Ken Shamrock and Kimbo Slice failed Bellator drug tests
Shock horror
11 years ago

PIC: Shard base jumper surprises onlookers
For most people, Saturday morning is spent catching up on a bit of sleep after a tough working week. The idea of jumping off one of the world’s largest buildings probably isn’t the way most people would like to kick off their weekend. However, some Londoners that were up and about early enough this Saturday […]
11 years ago

PIC: The 6,000 calorie burger that would cure the worst hangover of your life
OMFG. It’s called the ‘Mr Big’ and here are the ingredients. Three steak burgers topped with crispy bacon Smokey BBQ pulled pork Mature cheddar Crispy onions Fries Slaw This is what ‘Mr Big’ looks like… Only kidding, here it is… The burger, which is on the menu at Crust restaurant in Solihull in the UK, […]
11 years ago

Manchester City fans aren’t happy at Manuel Pellegrini for starting Wilfried Bony at Norwich
Since Manuel Pellegrini announced that he would be departing the Etihad at the end of the season, Manchester City have drifted slightly in the title race. Defeats at home to Leicester City and Tottenham were damaging enough, but a 3-0 humbling by Liverpool at Anfield left City in danger of missing out on the Premier League’s […]
11 years ago

There’s an unexpected name in Jonjo Shelvey’s Fantasy Football Club lineup
Sky’s Fantasy Football Club’s One2Eleven feature is quite a straightforward concept. A footballer, retired or still playing, selects his perfect starting eleven, comprising purely of players they have played alongside at some point in their careers. This week, it’s been the turn of Newcastle United midfielder, Jonjo Shelvey. His selection consists mainly of his former Liverpool […]
11 years ago

Ripped Zac Efron takes on The Rock in pull up challenge
By now, we’re all aware that Zac Efron is in pretty decent shape ahead of the new Baywatch film. Honestly I have a hard time with paparazzi but s/o to this dude 🕶 pic.twitter.com/VYn8CbdsGI — Zac Efron (@ZacEfron) March 6, 2016 Having made the transformation from a floppy-haired Disney poster boy to absolute monster, it’s […]
11 years ago

Paul Scholes slams the decision to select Marouane Fellaini for Liverpool defeat
Like most Manchester United supporters, Paul Scholes was left bitterly disappointed by the Europa League defeat at Anfield. Following his post-match rant on BT Sport, the former United midfielder delivered some more typically frank assessments of Louis van Gaal’s side when speaking to Jamie Carragher. In the full interview, featured in the Daily Mail, Scholes suggests that […]
11 years ago

VIDEO: Wigan Warriors star accidentally turns the air blue in sweary post match interview
Wigan Warriors inflicted another defeat on Leeds Rhinos, running out 26-6 winners against the Super League champions at the DW Stadium. It was an eventful evening for Dominic Manfredi, whose 80-metre sprint paved the way for for the first try of the night from John Bateman. Wigan score the first try of the game, made […]
11 years ago

Twitter rips into Mark Lawrenson as he co-commentates on Reading’s cup clash with Palace
Michael Owen might well take a bit of flak for his commentary style, but rarely does he trend on Twitter because of it. With Mark Lawrenson featuring as a co-commentator during BBC coverage of Reading’s FA Cup clash with Crystal Palace, hundreds vented their frustration. Here’s a sample of what people were saying about the poor […]
11 years ago

PICS: Simpsons fans in Australia are trolling the country’s biggest news station in hilarious fashion
This is even better than the time Homer put a police cordon around Flanders’ house. 7 News, one of the biggest if not the biggest news programme in Australia, has repeatedly fallen victim to a devious yet ingenious series of pranks carried out by fans of the show Down Under. Fans of the show have […]
11 years ago

Barcelona boss Luis Enrique has his say on Leicester City’s incredible title challenge
Leicester City’s extraordinary title push continues to make waves. This week, the Foxes were even discussed by Barcelona boss Luis Enrique during his press conference ahead of this weekend’s game with Getafe. With Claudio Ranieri’s men showing no signs of buckling under the pressure of a title run in that nobody saw coming, Enrique explained that such circumstances […]
11 years ago

PIC: 92-year-old takes mobility scooter for a spin on 70mph road and is rescued by motorist
A 92-year-old man on a mobility scooter was rescued by police after accidentally ending up on a dual carriageway. The pensioner made his way on to the road in Crawley, West Sussex and was spotted by the driver of a passing vehicle. Thankfully, the kind-hearted motorist stopped to help the man and then alerted police. […]
11 years ago

Steve McClaren expresses his disappointment as he responds to Newcastle sacking with statement
Steve McClaren has responded to his sacking as manager of Newcastle United by issuing a statement. While expressing his disappointment at the decision, the former England manager remains dignified, thanking club owner Mike Ashley and the board for the opportunity to manage the club. Here is Steve McClaren’s statement in full: ‘I am obviously very disappointed […]
11 years ago

VIDEO: Conor McGregor fighting Conan O’Brien on EA Sports UFC 2 is really good TV
We want a rematch. Conor McGregor is notorious for his ability to smacktalk and get into the mind of his opponents before any fight but we’re confident in saying that most gamers share this exact same characteristic, especially when they’re competing against a friend on the Playstation or X-Box. Hands up if you’ve ever gleefully celebrated a last minute […]
11 years ago

PIC: This giant rat discovered in London is the stuff of nightmares
We’ve already seen that they can kill pigeons, but this thing could probably eat your Jack Russell. Although we’ve all heard that old ‘you’re never far from a rat’ saying, the idea of finding one rummaging around your property is the stuff of nightmares for many of us Brits. Thankfully such rodents are known to […]
11 years ago

PIC: PSV star Jetro Willems shows off a massive ego with his dream five-a-side team
Confident
11 years ago

PIC: A renowned Muay Thai fighter’s spirited defence of Conor McGregor on Facebook has gone viral
“McGregor showed courage… he is a lion.” One of the most renowned Muay Thai fighters in the world has put up a spirited defence of Conor McGregor in a Facebook post that has shared thousands of times. McGregor had to face his fair share of criticism following his shock defeat to Nate Diaz at UFC […]
11 years ago

PICS: Newcastle fans are buzzing as Rafa Benitez is officially unveiled as their new manager
Guess who’s back, back again. Rafa’s back, tell a friend. That’s right, the worst kept secret in English football has been officially announced as Rafa Benitez replaces Steve McClaren as the manager of Newcastle United. The former Real Madrid manager was spotted outside the Magpies’ stadium earlier today… Benitez #nufc pic.twitter.com/rGNV2GEl0X — Rob Scanlon (@RobScanlon_TV) March 11, […]
11 years ago

It’s official! The long-awaited sequel To Beetlejuice is finally happening
Finally! Beetlejuice 2 is happening. Since its release in 1988, people have been dying for a Beetlejuice sequel. And now the wait is over. The iconic hit movie, which starred Winona Ryder and Michael Keaton, is set to be getting a sequel with both cast members and director Tim Burton on board. Speaking about the movie, Burton told ShowBizSpy, […]
11 years ago

WhatsApp have just unveiled five new app features
Whatsapp has unveiled the latest version of the app, adding five new features for users. The new version, 2.12.15, is set to offer enhanced photo, file sharing and storage features. According to Metro UK, the five new features include: Enhanced photo sharing: The latest Whatsapp update will allow users to share images from other apps […]
11 years ago

This is what blokes lie about most on their dating profiles
Look, we all know when you’re selling a car you’re probably not going to showcase the dents and scratches. It seems the same logic applies when people “advertise” themselves on dating apps, as it has been revealed that 52% admit to telling a white lie on their dating profiles. Research commissioned by iD mobile found […]
11 years ago

Chelsea vice-president didn’t appreciate Beckham celebrating PSG goal in directors’ box
Celebrating a vital goal by your ex-club? Heaven forbid! That’s the heinous crime that David Beckham committed whilst watching former club Paris Saint-Germain at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday night. The 40-year-old was present in the Chelsea directors’ box to support the Parisians along with son Brooklyn, and was understandably made up when PSG scored their […]
11 years ago

These Manchester United legends didn’t look too happy in the away end at Anfield
Casual as you like. Denis Irwin, Andy Cole and Gary Pallister are men of the people. Okay, they might not be as bonkers as Phil Jones watching United games with the supporters, but they enjoy being amongst their fellow fans. Three legends of the crest, the trio got together for the trek to Anfield and were […]
11 years ago

One of the most common ways people try to save iPhone battery doesn’t actually work
Have you ever tried this? One of the most common methods iPhone users employ in an effort to save battery doesn’t actually work, according to a high-ranking Apple official. If you’re an iPhone user, chances are you’ve quit all of the apps in your multi-tasking feature in an effort to save battery life. It would […]
11 years ago

Typing ‘Gobsh*tes’ into Google Maps will give every Manchester United fan a chuckle
Handy directions
11 years ago

We might be seeing a Carpool Karaoke spinoff show
Carpool Karaoke is clearly one of the most popular things on TV. It’s entertaining and the calibre of guests is always sky high, so it’s only natural to learn it could be getting a home of its own away from the Late Late Show. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the production team behind James Corden’s show is thinking of […]
11 years ago

Benoit Assou-Ekotto has a brilliant reason why he wears £23 football boots
No big money sponsorship deal for Benoit
11 years ago

Timothy Fosu-Mensah won’t be allowed to play for Manchester United at Anfield
But he’s not injured, suspended or cup-tied…
11 years ago

VIDEO: Borat’s native Kazakhstan just got their first ever McDonald’s…and they’re loving it
Borat firmly put Kazakhstan on the map. Well, the central Asian country was already on a map, but Sacha Baron Cohen’s fictional Kazakh reporter just opened our eyes to its wonders. Yes we know it’s the greatest country in the world and we know it exports top quality potassium. But one startling fact left out of […]
11 years ago