Charlie Herbert

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Charlie is a politics writer for JOE and The London Economic. Having previously covered everything from Eurovision and the general election to the Rugby World Cup and the Brits - along with a spell in charge of the famous JOE Friday Pub Quiz - he's since moved over to focusing on politics on both sides of the Atlantic. Now content editor at The London Economic, Charlie continues to be a contributor to JOE's political content. Away from matters of Trump and Starmer, he has a keen interest in pretty much every sport, and is a regular guest on the FootballJOE Quiz - with varying degrees of success!

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  • Tom Daley confirms retirement in emotional statement

    Tom Daley confirms retirement in emotional statement

    He won his fifth Olympic medal in Paris 2024 Tom Daley has announced he his retiring from professional diving, just days after winning a silver medal at the Paris Olympics. In an emotional statement, the 30-year-old confirmed he would not be taking part at the next Olympics in Los Angeles and that it is “the […]

    2 years ago

  • Woman and 11-year-old girl stabbed in London’s Leicester Square

    Woman and 11-year-old girl stabbed in London’s Leicester Square

    A man has been arrested An 11-year-old girl and 34-year-old woman have been stabbed in Leicester Square in London. The Met wrote in a post on X that the woman and girl had both been taken to hospital, and that a man had been arrested. The force said: “Officers are at the scene of a […]

    2 years ago

  • Brazilian virus that ‘kills people in their 20s’ reaches Europe

    Brazilian virus that ‘kills people in their 20s’ reaches Europe

    It’s the first time the virus has been seen outside of Latin America A potentially ‘unstoppable’ virus has reached Europe after two people in their 20s died from the disease in Brazil. The ‘sloth’ fever Oropouche was detected in Europe for the first time when two people were admitted to hospitals in Italy showing symptoms […]

    2 years ago

  • Judge explains why Australian breakdancer scored zero at the Olympics

    Judge explains why Australian breakdancer scored zero at the Olympics

    ‘The breaking and hip hop community definitely stands behind her’ An Olympics judge has explained why Raygun – the Australian breakdancer who went viral for her performance at the games – received zero points. Breakdancing was making its Olympics debut at Paris 2024, as athletes competed in the iconic Place de la Concorde for the […]

    2 years ago

  • UK set for hottest day of the year as health warnings issued

    UK set for hottest day of the year as health warnings issued

    A number of warnings have been issued The UK is braced for what is set to be the hottest day of the year so far as temperatures reach highs of 34C. On Monday (August 12), areas across the south and Midlands could see the mercury rise into the mid-30s. London and Cambridge for example could […]

    2 years ago

  • Viewers brand Olympic closing ceremony ‘terrifying’ as London 2012 comparison made

    Viewers brand Olympic closing ceremony ‘terrifying’ as London 2012 comparison made

    Not everyone was impressed by the ‘Golden Voyager’ The Paris 2024 Olympics came to an end last night with the closing ceremony in the French capital, but some viewers weren’t impressed, and were even left ‘terrified.’ After just over two weeks of incredible sporting action and drama, the 33rd Olympiad officially concluded on Sunday evening. […]

    2 years ago

  • The JOE Friday Pub Quiz: week 411

    The JOE Friday Pub Quiz: week 411

    Friday quizzing is once again upon us I fear I’m addicted to the Olympics. It’s the first thing I think of when I wake up and the last thing I think of when I go to sleep. I spend my days flicking through channels and live streams, desperately searching for that next moment of sporting […]

    2 years ago

  • You’ve been making tea wrong your whole life

    You’ve been making tea wrong your whole life

    Put the kettle on, and let us teach you about the perfect brew (in our humble opinion) We all have key milestones in our upbringing. Learning to walk and talk, learning to read and write. For Brits though, there’s another pivotal moment growing up – the day you learned how to make a cup of […]

    2 years ago

  • The JOE Olympics quiz: week three

    The JOE Olympics quiz: week three

    The closing ceremony has arrived There are just a handful of days left in the Paris Olympics. Does it have to end? Sadly, yes. That means this is also the final of our Olympics-themed quizzes. So let’s finish with a bang shall we? On this quiz, we’re asking you a simple question: has this sportsperson […]

    2 years ago

  • Southport rioter who punched police officer in the face jailed for three years

    Southport rioter who punched police officer in the face jailed for three years

    Two other men have been jailed for their involvement in the riots A man who punched a police officer in the face during far-right riots in Southport has been jailed for three years. Derek Drummond, 58, pleaded guilty to violent disorder and assaulting an emergency worker during riots in the Merseyside town the day after […]

    2 years ago

  • Olympian arrested on ‘suspicion of buying cocaine’ in Paris

    Olympian arrested on ‘suspicion of buying cocaine’ in Paris

    An Olympic athlete has been arrested on suspicion of buying cocaine in Paris, his nation’s Olympic committee has confirmed. On Wednesday, French media outlet Europe 1 reported that an Australian hockey player had allegedly been caught trying to purchase cocaine in the French capital. It was reported that the athlete had been taken into custody […]

    2 years ago

  • Exact date 31 degree heatwave set to leave UK scorching

    Exact date 31 degree heatwave set to leave UK scorching

    Things could get pretty sticky Parts of the UK could be set for a scorching heatwave with temperatures potentially rising up above 30 degrees. According to weather predictors Ventusky, a huge wave of hot weather is set to hit south east England this weekend before moving up to the Midlands and across to Wales. The […]

    2 years ago

  • First person jailed for involvement in far-right riots

    First person jailed for involvement in far-right riots

    More than 400 people have been arrested so far An 18-year-old is thought to be the first person to receive a prison sentence for their involvement in far-right riots that have swept across England in recent days. Over the last week, violent disorder and unrest has been seen in towns and cities across the country. […]

    2 years ago

  • Black Panther star Connie Chiume dies aged 72

    Black Panther star Connie Chiume dies aged 72

    Black Panther star Connie Chiume has died at the age of 72, her family have announced. A family statement on social media reads: “The Chiume family regrets to inform you of the passing of the internationally acclaimed award-winning actress Connie Chiume.” The statement added that Chiume passed away at Garden City Hospital. The family have […]

    2 years ago

  • Tom Felton had 8-year relationship with Harry Potter co-star

    Tom Felton had 8-year relationship with Harry Potter co-star

    ‘It was love at first sight in the Hogwarts Great Hall’ Tom Felton had an eight-year relationship with another member of the Harry Potter cast. The actor shot to worldwide stardom in the 2000s for his role as Harry Potter’s nemesis, Draco Malfoy in the much-loved films. He was one of a select group of […]

    2 years ago

  • Serena Williams slams Paris restaurant after claiming they turned her and her kids away

    Serena Williams slams Paris restaurant after claiming they turned her and her kids away

    The restaurant has responded to her claims Serena Williams has slammed a Michelin-star restaurant in Paris after they allegedly didn’t let her or her children eat there. In a post on X, the legendary tennis player claimed she had she and her family weren’t allowed into L’Oiseau Blanc, the rooftop restaurant at The Peninsula, a […]

    2 years ago

  • Walkers launch Cheese Toastie and Sausage Sarnie flavoured crisps

    Walkers launch Cheese Toastie and Sausage Sarnie flavoured crisps

    They’ve teamed up with Heinz for the sandwich-inspired flavours Walkers and Heinz have teamed up to launch some brand new sandwich-inspired crisp flavours, such as Cheese Toastie and Sausage Sarnie. The two lunchtime icons have launched the flavours to kickstart year four of Walkers’ CrispIN vs CrispOUT debate. Crisp sandwiches are a pillar of British […]

    2 years ago

  • Exclusive: Jamie Carragher predicts Everton to be this season’s surprise package

    Exclusive: Jamie Carragher predicts Everton to be this season’s surprise package

    Carra reckons Sean Dyche’s side could get a top-half finish Jamie Carragher reckons that Everton will be the team to surprise everyone in the Premier League this season. With the Euros over, all footballing eyes have turned to the upcoming domestic season in the Premier League and English Football League. Ahead of the new season, […]

    2 years ago

  • Harlan Coben’s highest rated series isn’t available to watch on Netflix

    Harlan Coben’s highest rated series isn’t available to watch on Netflix

    “It’s probably the best show I’ve ever seen.” Fool Me Once was all anyone can seem to talk about at the start of the year, but fans of the series have since realised that there is an even more critically acclaimed series from the mind of Harlan Coben. Now, for those of you who have […]

    2 years ago

  • Warrior buried 1,000 years ago may have been non-binary

    Warrior buried 1,000 years ago may have been non-binary

    The grave may suggest that non-binary people were respected members of communities centuries ago Remains found in Finland could be those of a non-binary leader who lived more than 1,000 years ago. Analysis of the grave could challenge long-held beliefs about gender roles in ancient societies and suggests that non-binary people were revered members of […]

    2 years ago

  • Martin Lewis urges followers to check if they’re eligible for £6,000 payment

    Martin Lewis urges followers to check if they’re eligible for £6,000 payment

    ‘It’s the most lucrative thing many can do with their money’ Martin Lewis has urged Brits to check if they could land themselves thousands of pounds before time runs out. The Money Saving Expert warned that the “clock is ticking” for people aged between 45 and 73 to potentially boost your state pension by thousands. […]

    2 years ago

  • House of the Dragon show-runner confirms when series will end

    House of the Dragon show-runner confirms when series will end

    An update has also been provided on the season 3 production schedule House of the Dragon co-creator and show-runner Ryan Condal has confirmed how many seasons the show will run for. Speaking at a press event following the release of the season two finale, Condal revealed the Game of Thrones prequel would end after four […]

    2 years ago

  • Water companies face £168m fines for dumping sewage in rivers and seas

    Water companies face £168m fines for dumping sewage in rivers and seas

    The industry regulator uncovered a ‘catalogue of failure’ by the companies Three water companies face fines of £168m by the industry regulator Ofwat over historic sewage spills. Thames Water, Yorkshire Water and Northumbrian Water are the companies who face the fines, which come as part of Ofwat’s largest ever investigation into water company performance. Ofwat […]

    2 years ago

  • Tourists warned against travelling to UK over far-right riots

    Tourists warned against travelling to UK over far-right riots

    There have been violent scenes across the UK A number of countries have issued warnings to tourists travelling to Britain after a surge of far-right extremism across the nation. In recent days, a number of far-right mobs have caused unrest in towns and cities across the country. There have been violent clashes between protestors and […]

    2 years ago

  • Jay Slater’s final cause of death confirmed as body is returned to UK

    Jay Slater’s final cause of death confirmed as body is returned to UK

    His funeral is taking place on August 10 Jay Slater’s cause of death has been revealed after his body was returned to the UK. Last week, the 19-year-old’s body was flown back to the UK after he died while on holiday in Tenerife. Slater, from Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire, had gone missing on the island June 17, […]

    2 years ago

  • First footage of The Last of Us season 2 released

    First footage of The Last of Us season 2 released

    The first season released to critical acclaim The first footage of season two of The Last of Us has been released by HBO. On Sunday, the television company released a teaser of some its biggest shows on the way in 2024 and 2025. The teaser was aired shortly before the season two finale of House […]

    2 years ago

  • England cricket legend Graham Thorpe dies aged 55

    England cricket legend Graham Thorpe dies aged 55

    He played 100 Test matches for his country Former England and Surrey cricketer Graham Thorpe has died at the age of 55, it has been announced. The batter played 100 Tests for England from 1993 to 2005, along with 82 one-day internationals. During his career, he scored 6,744 Test runs for England, including 16 centuries. […]

    2 years ago

  • Keir Starmer condemns ‘far-right thuggery’ as violent protests take place across UK

    Keir Starmer condemns ‘far-right thuggery’ as violent protests take place across UK

    ‘This is not a protest, it is organised, violent thuggery’ Keir Starmer has condemned the “far-right thuggery” taking place across the UK in the form of violent anti-immigration protests. The prime minister told reporters at Downing Street that those involved in the violence would feel the “full force of the law.” He said: “You will […]

    2 years ago

  • Legendary radio presenter Ken Bruce refuses to play Taylor Swift songs

    Legendary radio presenter Ken Bruce refuses to play Taylor Swift songs

    ‘I’ll play her on my station when she writes something that isn’t about her ex-boyfriends’ Broadcasting legend Ken Bruce has said he refuses to play Taylor Swift on the radio because “all her songs are the same.” The 73-year-old, who presents a show on Greatest Hits Radio, said he will only consider playing Swift’s music […]

    2 years ago

  • Aerosmith announce retirement from touring following Steven Tyler injury

    Aerosmith announce retirement from touring following Steven Tyler injury

    The legendary band announced the news in a statement Aerosmith have officially retired from touring and cancelled all their remaining concert dates. In a statement released on social media, the group explained the decision had been taken because it is “not possible” for lead singer Steven Tyler to recover from his vocal injury. The legendary […]

    2 years ago

  • ‘Most disturbing website on internet’ can find every picture of you online

    ‘Most disturbing website on internet’ can find every picture of you online

    ‘This is a stalker’s dream’ There is a website online that you can use to find every picture of yourself – or someone else – on the internet. Artificial intelligence is becoming more and more accessible for the general public thanks to websites such as ChatGPT that are opening up a whole world of possibilities […]

    2 years ago

  • The JOE Friday Pub Quiz: week 410

    The JOE Friday Pub Quiz: week 410

    La vie en quiz It’s Friday, it’s sunny, the Olympics are on, and I’m still coming to terms with a world where Andy Murray isn’t playing tennis anymore. Hopefully, you’re reading this from the comfort of a sofa this lunchtime, watching some rogue sport, and working out just how little work you can get away […]

    2 years ago

  • The JOE Olympics quiz: week two

    The JOE Olympics quiz: week two

    Medals, medals, medals wherever you look We’re just under a week into the Paris Olympics now, and we’re really into the swing of things now aren’t we? Sure, the opening ceremony was, erm, unique, but from day one the action’s been box office. From Antoine Dupont to Simone Biles, Tom Pidcock to Tom Daley, there […]

    2 years ago

  • Katie Price speaks out after warrant issued for her arrest

    Katie Price speaks out after warrant issued for her arrest

    She said she is ‘fully aware of the severity of my current personal financial situation’ Katie Price has spoken out after an arrest warrant was issued for her after she failed to show up for a bankruptcy hearing. On Tuesday, Price was absent from a hearing at a bankruptcy court in London, having been told […]

    2 years ago

  • ‘Outnumbered’ child star who played Karen Brockman now unrecognisable aged 23

    ‘Outnumbered’ child star who played Karen Brockman now unrecognisable aged 23

    If you loved Outnumbered, prepare to feel very old Ramona Marquez – the actress best known for her years as Karen Brockman in ‘Outnumbered’ – has teased fans who think she still looks like her character. The 23-year-old starred in the hugely popular BBC sitcom for as the hilarious Karen throughout the show’s five series-run […]

    2 years ago

  • Huw Edwards pleads guilty to three counts of making indecent images of children

    Huw Edwards pleads guilty to three counts of making indecent images of children

    The former BBC newsreader appeared at Westminster magistrates’ on Wednesday morning Huw Edwards has pleaded guilty to three counts of making indecent images of children. Edwards appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London on Wednesday morning, where he made the guilty pleas during a brief hearing, the BBC reports. He was arrested last November and […]

    2 years ago

  • Huw Edwards arrives in court after being charged with making indecent images of children

    Huw Edwards arrives in court after being charged with making indecent images of children

    He faces three charges Huw Edwards has arrived at court for his first hearing after being charged with making indecent images of children. Edwards appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London on Wednesday morning, wearing a black suit, blue tie and sunglasses. He was surrounded by several police officers as he arrived, with dozens of […]

    2 years ago

  • Hamas leader has been killed in Iran, group says

    Hamas leader has been killed in Iran, group says

    Hamas has blamed Israel for the ‘assassination’ Hamas’s top political leader Ismail Haniyeh has been killed in Iran, the group has announced. In a statement, Hamas said he was killed in an airstrike and have blamed Israel. The group said Haniyeh died in “a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence in Tehran”. Israel has yet […]

    2 years ago

  • House of the Dragon season 2 finale is leaked online

    House of the Dragon season 2 finale is leaked online

    It’s happened again Dozens of clips of the season two finale of House of the Dragon have been leaked online, days before it was due to be broadcast. The eighth and final episode of the second season of the hit HBO series will premiere on August 4 in the US. But a number of clips […]

    2 years ago

  • Woman praised for standing up to rioters following Southport stabbings

    Woman praised for standing up to rioters following Southport stabbings

    The riot is believed to have involved the EDL A woman has been praised after she held up an anti-racism sign to rioters during unrest in Southport. There were scenes of violence and unrest in the Merseyside town on Tuesday evening as suspected far-right supporters threw bricks at a mosque, and set fire to cars […]

    2 years ago

  • Southport stabbing victim named as family pay tribute

    Southport stabbing victim named as family pay tribute

    She was named on Tuesday as the third person to die following the attack A nine-year-old girl who died following a knife attack in Southport has been named by her family, who have paid tribute to the youngster. Portuguese girl Alice Aguiar was identified by her family after it was confirmed on Tuesday that she […]

    2 years ago

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