And we are so here for it If you’re already cancelling plans and loving it, you’re not alone. Brits have officially declared January No Season – a month for staying in, saying no, and enjoying the sweet relief of doing absolutely F all. New research from Compare the Market has found nearly four in five Brits (79 per cent) plan to […]

6 months ago

The new subs are available from this week Subway has kicked off 2026 with a major shakeup to its menu – adding two new items as well as an enticing dessert option. With January typically a month of watching our waistlines, the sandwich giant is clearly trying to strike a balance between “new year, new […]

6 months ago

They have some tips on how to avoid it A doctor has urged gamers to manage their time while playing video games, warning it could result in unexpected side effects. A recent report shows that over 70 per cent of people in the US find the time to play games on either PCs, consoles or […]

7 months ago

Beat the January blues This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. If you want to escape the cold and wet weather across the UK, then you could head to  Las Vegas, Barbados, Thailand, or Florida for just £99. With snow, ice and storms taking over the […]

7 months ago

What could go wrong! More than half of Gen Z think the UK should be ruled by a dictator, a study has claimed. The political landscape feels more volatile than ever in the UK and around the world, with discontent growing in many places. The UK has struggled in recent to provide a leader that […]

7 months ago

It’s a common issue Picture the scene. You’re outside, the sun is high in the blue sky and there’s not a cloud insight. It’s the one sunny day of the year in the UK and you gaze upwards to admire the beautiful phenomenon known as ‘a clear blue sky’ and suddenly you see it, weird […]

7 months ago

The letter has finally been uncovered A letter claimed to have been written by a possessed nun almost 350 years ago has finally been translated. Sister Maria Crocifissa della Concezione was found on August 11, 1676 on the floor of her covent cell, covered in ink and holding a note featuring an unintelligible mix of […]

7 months ago

The dinner table is evolving Family dinners have fallen in popularity – as 45 per cent of the nation reckon they eat together less now than a decade ago. A poll of 2,000 adults found 35 per cent said evening mealtimes are also happening later than they used to. This is due to time spent […]

7 months ago

A consultant told him he had the brain of a 70-year-old By Faye Mayern Britain’s youngest dementia sufferer has died aged 24 and chose to donate his brain to science. Andre Yarham was given the shock diagnosis that he had a form of early-onset dementia after his family noticed he was moving and speaking very […]

7 months ago

Military experts have warned that Britain faces conscription within five years With the conflict in Iran showing no signs of abating and experts increasingly warning that Putin is preparing for war with NATO, the prospect of World War 3 is seeming more and more real. Geopolitical tensions have been increasing for months ever since Donald Trump’s election […]

7 months ago

Dry January is not stopping the Spoons sale January is here, and after a month of drinking, you may be thinking you want to give it a rest. Well, Wetherspoons has other plans. The budget boozer has announced a huge sale, where they’ll be selling pints for as little as 99p in over 600 pubs. […]

7 months ago

The West Yorkshire rivals wasted no time to fire a dig! Leeds United directed a playful jab at their rivals across the Pennines following Ruben Amorim’s dismissal yesterday – and of course it has instantly gone viral. The Portuguese gaffer was relieved of his duties after 14 months in charge on Monday morning, with him […]

7 months ago

It has long been a topic of debate on social media, and it seems we finally have an answer. People are shocked to finally find out the mystery behind Wetherspoons’ iconic red plates. If you’re a Brit, you know the importance of Wetherspoons and it’s distinct place within British pride. There’s nothing quite like the […]

7 months ago

Ruben Amorim was sacked on Monday afternoon Ruben Amorim has been sacked as Manchester United head coach, but who is favourite to replace him? Former midfielder Darren Fletcher is set to take over in the coming days, but there are plenty of names being touted to take the permanent job. Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner […]

7 months ago

It comes as Starmer insists he’ll still be PM this time next year A petition calling for a new general election has reached a milestone 100,000 signatures. “On July 4 2024, Sir Keir Starmer was elected as Prime Minister. Since then, his Government has introduced measures that were not included in the Labour Party’s manifesto,” […]

7 months ago

Put that ice scraper down A video on social media has highlighted a button that de-ices your car windscreen in seconds – and most people had no idea it even existed. The trusty scraper is the go-to but somewhat taxing method of clearing the a frosty windscreen, but a TikTok account has revealed the simple […]

7 months ago

Gen Z think they’ll be retired earlier than any other generations Gen Z reckon their retirement will be spent travelling the world, snapping up a holiday home and even writing a memoir. A poll of 2,000 working adults found 27 per cent of Gen Z want to invest their pensions into experiences rather than possessions, […]

7 months ago

“I will be sitting in this seat by 2027.” Keir Starmer has insisted he will still be Prime Minister this time next year in a new interview. Speaking to the BBC, Starmer said: “I was elected in 2024 with a five-year mandate to change the country, and that’s what I intend to do, to be […]

7 months ago

“Been away for a while but I’m back now, 37 years old and still punching.” Tyson Fury has announced that he is returning to boxing after retiring for the fifth time. The Gypsy King retired last January after his second defeat to Oleksander Usyk. However, he later teased his return late last year, saying: “The […]

7 months ago

“The last three months have been the most heartbreaking time of my life.” Jesy Nelson has revealed that she has been told her twin babies may never walk after receiving a heartbreaking diagnosis. The former Little Mix singer gave birth to twin girls Ocean Jade and Story Monroe Nelson-Foster in May last year, with her […]

7 months ago

The Venezuelan leader was captured yesterday Captured Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro has wished everyone a happy new year in a new video of the 63-year-old being escorted to jail. He also wished onlookers a ‘good night’ as he arrived to the DEA offices in New York while handcuffed. Maduro was captured yesterday (Saturday, 3 January), […]

7 months ago

The road to Ally Pally starts here… This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. With the World Darts Championship reaching its conclusion, punters are racing to purchase this fantastic value-for-money darts board. With amateurs dreaming of reaching Ally Pally one day, or passing the time in […]

7 months ago

An expert has spoken out on whether the weather is too much for your dog Anyone who is in the country right now is pretty aware that winter is here, and it doesn’t look to be going anytime soon. Although the cold isn’t particularly pleasant, us humans have ways of battling against it by wrapping […]

7 months ago

There’s good reason to avoid these destinations A travel guide has revealed the locations that tourists should be looking to avoid in 2026. The annual list by Fodor’s serves as a travel guide which encourages travelling, but at the same time also warns about restraint by tourists. It must be said, however, that a boycott […]

7 months ago

Kia Joorabchian helped bring Carlos Tevez to the Premier League In the latest episode of the Paddock, Kia Joorabchian has revealed how West Ham “did not know where to play” Carlos Tevez during his brief but eventful stint at the club in 2006/07. Joorabchian, a prominent figure in football since the 2000s, was involved in […]

7 months ago

The locals simply have had enough! A travel guide has placed the Canary Islands in the ‘No List’ for next year, while it highlights the destinations facing pressure on the land and the local communities. The annual list by Fodor’s serves as a travel guide which encourages travelling, but at the same time also warns […]

7 months ago

The actor has been accused of “predatory behaviour”  Will Smith is being sued by male tour violinist Brian King Joseph for sexual harassment, retaliation wrongful termination, according to a new complaint. The Men in Black actor has been accused of “predatory behaviour” and having “deliberately groomed and primed” the violinist for “further sexual exploitation”. Smith has […]

7 months ago

Arsenal were estimated to be worth $3.4 billion by Forbes in 2023/24 In the latest episode of the Paddock, Kia Joorabchian has revealed he had the opportunity to buy a stake in Arsenal in 2005, which he turned down. Joorabchian, a prominent figure in football since the 2000s, was involved in the deal that saw Argentinian […]

7 months ago

Dan Skelton is favourite, but Tom Stanley has other ideas… This weeks episode of The Paddock podcast saw a heated debate over who will win the 2025/26 Trainer’s Championship: Willie Mullins or the current favourite Dan Skelton. Rishi Persad and Tom Stanley had polar opposite views on the outcome, with Rishi predicting current favourite Skelton […]

7 months ago

Hangover season is finally here For millenia, man has dreamed about waking up hangover free. If one could enjoy all the positives of alcohol (of course there’s a lot of negatives too) without waking up dry mouthed, foggy headed, heaving into the sink the next day, then what a miracle that would be. There’s countless […]

7 months ago

BREAKING A man has been arrested after five people were injured during an incident at a hospital in Merseyside. Police were called to Newton Community Hospital in Newton-Le-Willows after a man became agitated after allegedly being refused his request for an appointment. A statement from Merseyside Police read: “We have arrested a 20-year-old man after […]

7 months ago

It’s (still) the most wonderful time of the year – so that means midweek Prem footy We’re back full of festive cheer, bringing you six fixtures with the promise of a title-topping clash. At 19:30 GMT, eight sides all play at the same time, starting with Scott Parker’s relegation-threatened Clarets hosting Eddie Howe’s Newcastle United. […]

7 months ago

Storm chaos strikes during one of the year’s busiest travel weekends More than 1,500 flights have been delayed or cancelled across the northeastern United States as a powerful storm hits during one of the year’s busiest travel weekends. On Saturday, approximately 4 inches of snow fell in New York City. Despite many roads being cleared […]

7 months ago

Rise and shine, it’s Boxing Day Who can believe it? It’s already the day after Christmas and you’ll have to wait another 364 days to do it all again. You’ve gorged on turkey, stuffing, chocolates and alcohol with names you’ve never heard of and went to bed feeling very content with yourself after another fantastic […]

7 months ago

BREAKING NATO jets were scrambled after Russian jets flew close to British waters on Christmas Day. The Mirror reports that Russian Tu-95MS nuclear bombers were deployed on a flight close over the Norwegian Sea, which lies northeast of Scotland. The strategic bombers were accompanied by Su-33 fighter jets. “Tu-95MS long-range bombers of the Russian Aerospace […]

7 months ago

That’s one hell of a Christmas wish Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy has shared a Christmas message, and in it he revealed his country’s ‘dream’ for Putin to die. The war in Ukraine began nearly four years ago now, and Zelenskyy used his festive speech to share some choice words for the Russian leader. “‘May he […]

7 months ago

Sad news Pat Finn has died aged 60 after a battle with cancer. The actor was best known for his role as Bill Norwood on ABC sitcom The Middle. He also appeared in Friends, where he played the role of Dr. Roger, who was with Monica. Finn also worked on shows such as Seinfeld, That 70s […]

7 months ago

Goodbye January blues! This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. Lovehoney has launched a huge sale with up to 70% off its best-selling couple toys. As part of the brand’s latest sale you can bag some big discounts on a number of ranges including toys, lingerie, […]

7 months ago

The US government has already warned of ‘untrue and sensationalist’ claims An unclassified FBI tip that has been released as part of the Epstein files has brought light to a rape accusation made against Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein. The document, which is dated from 27/10/2020 and has a case ID number of SOD-NY-3027571, details […]

7 months ago

The boxing champion has a net worth of £160m Tyson Fury has quit the UK after Rachel Reeves’ budget, it has been revealed. The two-time heavyweight world champion has quit mainland UK after the budget, in favour of a more tax-friendly part of the world. Fury has relocated his family to a six-bedroom £8m home […]

7 months ago

BREAKING Greta Thunberg has been arrested at a protest supporting the Palestine Action hunger strikers. City of London Police said that a 22-year-old woman has been arrested for holding a placard in support of Palestine Action. Palestine Action was proscribed by the government earlier this year. In a video shared by the Prisoners for Palestine […]

7 months ago

Teuta Hoxha is on day 43 without food The family of Palestine Action hunger striker Teuta Hoxha say they fear she will die in prison. Teuta, 29, has been on remand for 13 months, and she began her hunger strike 43 days ago. Speaking to Sky News, her family expressed their fears that she may […]

7 months ago

Heartbreaking news Driving Home for Christmas singer Chris Rea has died aged 74, a spokesperson for his family has said. Born in Middlesborough, Rea found success in the seventies and eighties, with hits such as Fool (If You Think It’s Over), Let’s Dance and The Road To Hell. However, he is best known for his Christmas hit, […]

7 months ago

Christmas is a time for avoiding socialisation, according to younger generations First there was Quiet Quitting, now there is Quiet Christmas, as more than half of adults will choose to avoid crowds and social occasions this holiday season. After the rise in popularity of ‘Quiet Quitting’ at work and the ‘Quiet Breakup’ of leaving a […]

7 months ago

Over 800 migrants crossed the Channel yesterday The Home Office have released its latest figures on small boat crossings, and it shows that more than a thousand people have made the journey this week. On Saturday, 803 migrants crossed the Channel on 13 small boats, making it the highest number for a daily crossing since […]

7 months ago

Numerous famous faces were pictured in the latest release The US Justice Department has released thousands of images and documents in the first release of the Epstein files. It comes after US Congress voted to release the files, and gave the Justice Department a deadline of yesterday, December 19, for their release. However, the DOJ […]

7 months ago

Only 1 per cent of the full volume of the files has been released The US Justice Department has released thousands of images and documents in the first release of the Epstein files. It comes after US Congress voted to release the files, and gave the Justice Department a deadline of yesterday, December 19, for […]

7 months ago

What a brilliant move A major UK supermarket is closing most of its branches for three days over the festive period in order to give its staff a break. Workers across the country will be looking forward to a break over the next few weeks, but for those working in retail and hospitality, this isn’t […]

7 months ago

He appeared on MasterChef: Legends in 2021 MasterChef contestant Matthew Gagnon has died aged 42. Gagnon appeared on the eleventh series of American MasterChef, known as MasterChef: Legends, in 2021, where he cooked for judges Aarón Sánchez, Joe Bastianich and Gordon Ramsay. He was eliminated in the sixth episode of the series. Gagnon worked in […]

7 months ago

Stephen King asked for the book to go out of publication himself One of Stephen King’s books will never be printed again because of the controversy it generated. One of the most successful authors of all time, Stephen King has earned the title of the King of Horror thanks to novels such as It, Pet […]

7 months ago