He had to run for cover A British journalist in southern Lebanon was nearly struck by a missile on Thursday, and video footage has emerged of the freak incident. Journalist Steve Sweeney and a cameraman, both working for Russian state-controlled international news television network RT, were reportedly a target of an Israeli air strike. In […]

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Pretty inspiring actually While Eminem and Elton John might make totally different types of music, it appears that they have been good friends for around two decades. Usually, when two musicians have a close friendship, it happens when they make a similar kind of music or move in the same circles. As is the case […]

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Alarming numbers A new study has shown that by 2050, climate change could lead to hundreds of thousands of premature deaths. By examining World Health Organization (WHO) data from 2000 to 2022, a research team from the Catholic University of Argentina looked at how rising temperatures impact physical activity. The findings were published in The […]

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Nearly a million accounts remain untouched HM Revenue & Customs is encouraging hundreds of thousands of young Britons to search for a forgotten savings fund worth over £2,200. According to HMRC, 758,000 Child Trust Fund accounts remain untouched, each containing an average of £2,242. This means that approximately £1.7billion are lying dormant. In an attempt […]

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As the Iran war drags on The UK government has insisted that there is currently no prospect of shortages, while existing plans allow for extreme measures to be taken if petrol stocks run low. The plans allow for lower speed limits and petrol rationing to be imposed to cope with any fuel shortage, while the […]

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We’re all thinking the same thing Sunday’s municipal elections in a small French town have gained internet fame, due to the surnames of the mayor and one of his opponents. In Arcis-sur-Aube, which has a population of 2,785, current mayor Charles Hittler is running for re-election against Antoine Renault-Zielinski. In social media, there has been […]

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Here’s what could happen if you’re guilty of fly-tipping A new government proposal means that you could face losing your driving licence if you litter. As the UK government considers plans to step up the fight against waste crime, litter louts trashing the high streets, roads and community spaces could face losing their driving licences. […]

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The experts have explained Two young people have died and 20 more are sick in the UK, after the outbreak of a deadly meningitis in Kent. An urgent public health alert has now been issued as health workers across England are urged to look out for signs of infection. Following an outbreak thought to have […]

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Ed Miliband tells pubs to switch off beer fridges to save money on energy bills Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has suggested that pubs should serve warmer beer and turn off ovens, in order to save money on their energy bills. Miliband has launched an advice tool aimed at hospitality businesses, which he hopes will ease […]

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She was planning a future with another man A woman who wrote about coping with grief after the death of her husband has now been convicted of killing him. Kouri Richins, a 35-year-old mum, wrote a children’s book about her grief. She has been convicted of poisoning her husband Eric Richins with fentanyl in their […]

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BREAKING As the ongoing crisis in the Middle East continues to affect air travel, a major UK airline has cancelled all flights to Dubai. British Airways has confirmed that all flights to Dubai have been cancelled until June. It includes flights to the United Arab Emirates city as well as to Bahrain and Amman in […]

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Here’s what you can do As a result of the Middle East conflict, petrol and diesel prices have reached eye-watering levels in the past fortnight. And even though the impact has been felt by many Brits, it will hit hardest those who actually drive to work. If you are one of those who can’t go […]

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Three simple steps that are crucial There are a few important steps every Brit must follow in the event of a nuclear attack or a radiation emergency in the UK, the government has revealed. As part of the UK government’s official safety guidance, there are three steps that could save countless lives in case of […]

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She was pronounced dead at the hospital A woman in the US state of Kentucky has died after getting trapped underneath a St Patrick’s Day Parade float on Saturday afternoon. According to reports, the parade was in full swing in Louisville, Kentucky’s largest city, when the woman, who was taking part in the parade, caught […]

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Here’s what you need to know As a train traveller, if you buy discounted tickets using railcards you will face additional checks, it has been revealed. This is part of a trial to crack down on ticketing fraud starting in April, the Department for Transport has announced. The plan, the department says, will save £20m […]

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As the conflict in the Middle East continues The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) this week has warned against travel to 14 countries, in its newest update for British citizens. Countries like Israel and Russia are among the 14 countries on a “do not travel” list, while FCDO also advises against travel to dozens […]

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It offers more than 50,000 products A new megastore in the UK will join the likes of M&S, Sainsbury’s and Aldi, and it has been hailed as being like “Tesco and Amazon combined”. China’s biggest retailer by revenue, Jingdong or JD.com, which serves nearly 600 million customers globally, launched in the UK on Monday (March […]

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The documentary explores toxic masculinity Social media star HSTikkyTokky has responded to the people “hating on him”, following the landing on Netflix of his his documentary with Louis Theroux. Harrison Sullivan, known as HSTikkyTokky on social media, has built a huge following thanks to his controversial takes, which are often anti-semitic and misogynistic. The influencer […]

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It’s a definite no-no You should not swap seats to an empty one when taking off while you’re on a plane, and a former pilot has shared the surprising reason why. Moving isn’t the best idea even if it might look tempting to move over to an empty seat as you take off, as Pete […]

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He’s also addressed the ‘queer-baiting’ On his return to Saturday Night Live as guest host, Harry Styles has aimed a joke at former prince Andrew during his opening monologue. Styles cheekily poked fun at Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on SNL, as he is currently dominating the UK album and singles charts. The singer, 32, joked about his […]

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He posted a message for his mother-in-law With a social media post, Brooklyn Beckham has posted a message for a mum on Mother’s Day, but not for his mum, Victoria. In the UK, people celebrate their mums on March 15 while it is usually done in May in the US. Brooklyn, 27, recently has been […]

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She says it has not been good ‘for growth, for prices in the shop’ Chancellor Rachel Reeves has said that Brexit has not been good for Britain and that UK must align more closely with the European Union. According to the chancellor, there is now “an awful lot we can do to improve our trading […]

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He says Trump ‘cannot block’ his voice An actor whose film is nominated for an Oscar has said that he cannot attend Sunday’s ceremony in Los Angeles, because of US President Donald Trump. Motaz Malhees, the Palestinian actor who stars in The Voice of Hind Rajab, has said that Donald Trump’s travel ban is preventing […]

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There’s a grand prize of $100,000 Sperm Racing, which describes itself as a sports league, is now hosting a “World Cup”, as announced on Instagram last week. In the world’s first “sperm race” which took place last year in Los Angeles, a 20-year-old student from University of Southern California won the fertility showdown, taking home […]

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A cheaper option than Maccy D’s The UK will soon have another famous fast food chain, with the American brand which has set its sights on launching. The popular franchise Chili’s, which offers Mexican and Tex-Mex style food, reportedly has prices which are cheaper than McDonald’s, another beloved American franchise. Currently, the Texas brand serves […]

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His execution was scheduled for Thursday A man in Alabama who was nearly executed over a killing has been spared death after intervention from the governor. The 75-year-old Charles “Sonny” Burton was sentenced to death for the murder of a man during a store robbery in 1991. But it was a crime he didn’t commit, […]

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A new president very few would think of Speculations on the health of Russian President Vladimir Putin are renewed, as the Russian leader was recently seen repeatedly clearing his throat. Putin, 73, makes sure not to show any signs of weakness or illness in public, but an accidentally released video from this weekend begs to […]

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Here’s where it could snow within hours As early as this evening, Brits are facing fresh snow as the Met Office has warned in the latest weather forecast. As 70mph winds lash wide swathes of the UK today, the snow is set to make a return as early as this evening, the Met Office says. […]

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It left listeners emotional A legendary radio DJ has announced that she is stepping down after nearly a decade and a half. Liza Tarbuck, presenter on BBC, has announced that after 14 years she is stepping down from her Saturday evening show on Radio 2. “We made 2 hrs [hours] of radio feel like a […]

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A significant change after more than 50 years Historical figures are set to be replaced by The Bank of England with images of the UK’s diverse wildlife. The change will happen on the next series of banknotes and the public has been invited to help choose the natural elements. On the nation’s currency, this marks […]

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He even sent potato in a WhatsApp exchange A bookkeeper from Leeds has won more than £23,000 after an employment tribunal found she had been racially harassed. And that’s because her boss repeatedly shouted the world “potato” at her “in a strong Irish accent”. Bernadette Hayes, an Irish bookkeeper, said that while working for engineering […]

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She and her husband were caught in the Iran war Presenter Vicky Pattison has called out expats who have left their pets in Dubai, after leaving the UAE amid the Middle East conflict. Pattinson, 38, said that those who have left their animals behind never deserved them in the first place. “Just a note… if […]

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Their honours were taken away King Charles has stripped nine people of their honourary OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) titles this month, including a former sportsman who had his MBE removed after he pled guilty to domestic abuse charges. While the decision isn’t made lightly, the King can remove people of […]

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Amid conflicts in Europe and the Middle East The government is set to raise the age which the army’s strategic reserve, the nation’s pool of retired soldiers, can be called upon from 55 to 65. The new measures, which will make it easier to mobilise tens of thousands of former military personnel, are being introduced […]

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‘The Hunt for Gollum’ will release in 2027 American actor Elijah Wood has not confirmed if he will return as Frodo in the next Lord of the Rings film or not. However, he is making it known that he does not want the part being taken over by any other actor. “I certainly wouldn’t want […]

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He beat around 18,000 other competitors The owner of this year’s Crufts Best in Show winner has a previous conviction for animal cruelty, it has been revealed. At Sunday’s dog show in Birmingham, along with his Clumber spaniel, Bruin, Lee Cox beat around 18,000 other competitors to the top spot. The champion handler was previously […]

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If you’re one of them, here’s what you should know A warning has been issued to Brits who have with £5,000 in their bank accounts, as a quarter of people leave money sitting in their current accounts at the end of the month, a new study has found. According to a survey, 24% of people […]

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But it could still happen Members of Parliament have voted against a proposal to ban under-16s from using social media in the UK. While a ban could still be coming down the track, this is will not happen before the government finishes a consultation, as backers of a ban have accused ministers of “dither and […]

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Snow hasn’t completely gone away yet Spring-like warmth is here but there is still chance of snow in the UK, as single-digit temperatures are set to return this week, according to the Met Office. Daytime temperatures are set to drop as the week wears on and may struggle to reach double digits by Friday. By […]

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A surge in prices for the first time in four years Amid soaring global oil prices, Brits have been urged to “drive less” in a bid to save fuel. Due to the conflict in the Middle East, there have been suggestions that prices “could jump between 150p and 170p per litre”. On Monday, drivers were […]

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How much is too much? Masturbation is actually good for you in most cases, contrary to popular belief, according to sex experts. It was once a highly stigmatised and secretive topic but in 2026, when it comes to health and wellbeing, masturbation is a pretty normal topic of conversation. In the past, experts have weighed […]

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He died following his injuries A prank by students that went terribly wrong has caused the death of a teacher in the US state of Georgia. Jason Hughes, a 40-year-old math teacher and golf coach, is now being mourned by a community in Hall County, Georgia, after his death on the evening of March 6. […]

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The Cheltenham Festival 2026 is set to unleash four days of pure racing drama from 10th–13th March, and you don’t need to be in the stands to feel every surge of noise from the roaring crowd. In fact, the best seat in the house might be your own sofa. With a smart TV for live […]

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Find out if your furry friend is part of the list Nearly 70 of the most popular dog breeds in the UK are at risk of being banned, according to new government legislation which will deem them unhealthy. If you are a dog owner and your dog ticks the boxes of a new 10-point checklist […]

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His viewers didn’t forgive him An influencer who has refused to fly economy class has prompted angry reactions from his viewers. Aviation expert Daniel Goz, known as Nonstop Dan, has sparked anger among his viewers after sharing a video called ‘There are no flights left’. The luxury traveller deleted part of a video in which […]

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Penalties of up to £50,000 for those caught As cops ramp up the fight against illegal streaming, a fresh crackdown on dodgy Fire TV sticks has hit eight new areas across Britain. Users are able to watch premium channels like Sky, Netflix, Disney+ and TNT Sports without paying, by using Illegal Fire Sticks and “dodgy […]

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Here’s what you’re doing wrong One expert has called on people to “stop feeding the birds”, outlining three crucial reasons why. Millions of pounds are splashed out each year on bird feed in the expectation that filling tables and feeders will draw a diverse range of species to their outdoor spaces. However, according to BBC […]

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Learn all about the price British travellers will need to have the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) in order to visit 30 European nations in the final quarter of 2026, it has been revealed. Other than UK citizens, travellers from 58 other visa-exempt nations will also have to obtain travel authorisation before entering […]

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A pet peeve for many A major US airline has implemented a total ban on “barebeating”, a travel habit that has become a nuisance for many. On a flight, disruption is sometimes caused by a passenger who is listening to their music out loud, without headphones, otherwise known as “barebeaters”. You’ll no longer face this […]

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Just days after celebrating her birthday Fitness influencer Stephanie Buttermore has died at 36, her fiancée, bodybuilder Jeff Nippard has announced. The news of Buttermore’s death was posted in a statement that was shared to Instagram on Friday, by Nippard’s team. So far, no information on her cause of death has been revealed. The post […]

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