The United Arab Emirates experienced its largest rainfall event since records began Dubai has experienced huge flooding after two years’ worth of rainfall fell on the city in one day. Dubai usually only experiences an average of 3.12 inches of rain each year. But the city’s meteorological office said that 6.26 inches (159mm) fell between […]

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This will hit you in the feels A pensioner who won more than £100,000 on a radio competition said the first thing he’ll do with the money is get a headstone for his late wife’s grave. John won £105,000 on Hits Radio’s Cash Register competition in May last year, and after his huge win presenter […]

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It’s also been compared to ‘the yellow brick road’ Scientists have made an bizarre discovery in the depths of the Pacific Ocean. An expedition to a deep-sea ridge north of Hawaii found what looks remarkably like a yellow brick road on the ocean bed. The researchers were investigating the seamount trail to try and get […]

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‘While the law protects other people’s children from a sex offender, it doesn’t protect his own’ Paedophiles convicted of serious sexual offences could be stripped of their parental rights under a new law. The proposals come after a mother spent £30,000 in legal fees to stop her paedophile ex-husband from seeing their daughter. The BBC […]

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The shoe was on the other foot this time for Chef Ramsay Gordon Ramsay has become known worldwide as one of the most talented chefs on the planet, and he’s known just as much for his sharp tongue, foul mouth and scary demeanour as he is his cooking ability. Many a cook has been on […]

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She found his body whilst searching for Christmas decorations A woman in the US found the mummified corpse of her husband in a wardrobe eight months after she reported him missing. Richard Maedge, 53, was reported missing by his wife, Jennifer, on April 27, 2022. After this, police searched their home in Troy, Illinois, twice […]

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Tesla has reported its first fall in sales in almost four years Elon Musk has axed more than 10 per cent of the global Tesla workforce as the company struggles with falling sales. The electric car company, of which Musk is the CEO, is the world’s most valuable automaker and one of the most valuable […]

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Riley was accused of Islamophobia by some Channel 4 has responded after Rachel Riley apologised for a post she made on social media following the Sydney stabbings over the weekend. On Saturday, Joel Cauchi, 40, attacked people at the Westfield Bondi Junction shopping centre with a long blade. Five women and a man were killed in the […]

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You can’t overestimate how bad this penalty is Football fans have been left staggered after a La Liga game saw the “worst penalty ever.” On Monday evening, Osasuna were taking on Valencia in the Spanish top division when the hosts got a penalty in stoppage time. With Valencia winning 1-0, Ante Budimir stepped up to […]

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Organisers are investigating the finish The Beijing Half Marathon is being investigated after a controversial finish in which a trio of runners appeared to let a Chinese runner win. China’s He Jie won the race on Sunday as he passed Kenyan runners Willy Mnangat and Robert Keter and Ethiopian athlete Dejene Hailu on the homestraight. […]

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The Chelsea boss labelled the incident ‘unacceptable’ Mauricio Pochettino admitted he was “so upset” after his Chelsea players were involved in a humiliating on-field argument over a penalty. The London side were taking on Everton in the Premier League on Monday night, and for the first hour everything was going brilliantly for them. A Cole […]

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It could land you with a £1,000 fine The DVLA (Driving and Vehicle Licensing Agency) is warning drivers in the UK to check their driving licenses if they passed their test before 2015. Motorists are being urged to check their licenses haven’t expired, as licenses run out every 10 years. According to MoneySavingExpert.com, more than […]

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He told his son he was ‘stupid’ for crying A man has sparked a debate about toxic masculinity after revealing that his father told him to “man up” after he started crying. The anonymous 16-year-old male shared a post on the Am I The A**hole subreddit in which he explained how he was emotional after […]

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Limond was due to make a return to the ring in a few weeks Boxer Willie Limond has died at the age of 45 after suffering a suspected seizure in his car. The Scot was found unresponsive in his car last week and had been in a critical condition in hospital. The Mirror reports that […]

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Some had accused her of Islamophobia Rachel Riley has apologised a post she shared on social media following a stabbing in Sydney in which six people were killed. On Saturday, Joel Cauchi, 40, attacked people at the Westfield Bondi Junction shopping centre with a long blade. Five women and a man were killed in the […]

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They have legitimate concerns about exploring the tomb Archaeologists haven’t dared look inside the tomb of China’s first Emperor. Chances are you’re aware of Qin Shi Huang’s final resting place, even if you’ve never heard of him. He was the first person to rule unified China and reigned from 221BC to 210BC. But it’s his […]

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From the Millenium Falcon to ‘blacked out’ islands, a number of weird and wonderful things have been discovered using Google Earth. On YouTube, one content creator has claimed to have discovered a 400 foot long ‘ice ship’ in Antarctica using the satellite system. The user, who goes by the name of MrMBB333, said the ‘ship’ […]

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‘I was sleeping with the director, so I had the CliffNotes’ Jennifer Lawrence has admitted she barely understood a film she starred in, despite being very familiar with the director. Lawrence is one of the biggest names in Hollywood. Along with appearing in blockbuster franchises like The Hunger Games and X-Men, Lawrence has also received […]

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‘I don’t really know what to say’ Rory McIlroy has given his reaction after he had a disappointing four days at the Masters. The Northern Irishman’s wait for a a first ever Green Jacket – and a first major since 2014 – goes on after he finished four over. This was despite him starting the […]

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‘The country should stand together and boycott Spain’ British holidaymakers have been left fuming by a new £97 daily rule introduced in Spain, with many threatening to boycott the country as a result. The new rule means tourists travelling to the European country have to prove they have enough cash in hand for each day […]

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‘Ollie Watkins woke up today and chose violence’ Ollie Watkins has hit back at Troy Deeney on social media after the former Watford attacker said he was a “winger trying to be a striker.” Watkins bagged his 19th league goal of the season as Aston Villa stunned Arsenal 2-0 at the Emirates, delivering a devastating […]

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Outstanding from ‘Blessed’ Max Holloway’s staggering last second knockout of Justin Gaethje has been labelled the ‘best of all time’ by Joe Rogan. The American was taking on Gaethje for the BMF title at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Saturday night, and looked to be on his way to a points victory. But […]

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A bit of patience and some faith in local bureaucracy paid off… We don’t always get on with our neighbours, and when this is the case feuds can develop between people on the same street. One woman has explained how she decided to get revenge on her neighbours and their numerous motors – which ended […]

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Brits looking for a summer getaway to popular destinations such as Spain, France and Portugal are being warned about soaring flight prices before they book. Just like almost everything else in our lives over the past couple of years, the prices of flights have gone up. The Mirror reports that biggest price rise is on […]

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Need a plan of action for this week’s pub quiz? How about this… Take quiz. Get full marks on general knowledge. Kill it at the sports round. Grab five points on entertainment. Smash the solar system. Take 5/5 on fonts. Go to the Winchester, have a nice cold pint, and wait for all of this […]

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In partnership with O2 The 2024 Guinness Women’s Six Nations is underway, as England aim to retain the Grand Slam title they won last year. As the most successful team in the tournament’s history, and one of the best sides in the world, there are plenty of names to watch out for when the Red […]

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Gingers have more fun The lucky 2 percent of us who were blessed with ginger hair may have had to put up with years of teasing, but there’s plenty of benefits to having fiery locks. First up, studies have found that people with ginger hair are better in bed. This is because of a specific […]

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A bit of patience and some faith in local bureaucracy paid off… We don’t always get on with our neighbours, and when this is the case feuds can develop between people on the same street. One woman has explained how she decided to get revenge on her neighbours and their numerous motors – which ended […]

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Internet searches were highest in the states in the direct path of the eclipse Google searches for terms relating to eye pain rocketed in the US yesterday after people stared directly at the Sun during the eclipse. North America witnessed an incredible total solar eclipse on Monday, as Americans across the country looked to the […]

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You may want to rearrange your bathroom as well… A doctor has warned people to not flush the toilet with the lid up – and after reading this, you’ll understand why. We probably all think we have a pretty standard level of hygiene. But even those of you who consider yourselves the most thorough hand-washers […]

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How’s that for a slice of fried gold? It’s no exaggeration to say that Shaun of the Dead is one of the greatest British films of all time. The film turned 20 years old today, having been released on April 9, 2004. To celebrate, Shaun of the Dead will be returning to cinemas later this […]

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Liverpool have ‘reached an agreement in principle’ with the Portuguese manager Ruben Amorim has reached a verbal agreement in principle with Liverpool, according to reports. Sky Germany reports that the Sporting CP manager has reached an agreement “in principle” to join the Reds in the summer. However, sources in Liverpool have refuted the reports. Amorim […]

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‘Part investigative thriller, part chilling horror film’ A new Netflix horror film has a perfect score of 100 per cent on Rotten Tomatoes. Spanish production Desaparecer por Completo (Disappear Completely) premiered back in 2022 at Fantastic Fest, but this will be the first time it’s been released on a streaming platform. Directed by Luis Javier […]

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‘You could be prosecuted’ Martin Lewis has issued a ‘don’t do it warning’ over a supposed car insurance hack some drivers are using. The Money Saving Expert warned motorists that the ‘fronting’ could land them in big trouble as it actually constitutes fraud. ‘Fronting’ is where a car owner adds a parent or relative as […]

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‘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 […]

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Google searches for ‘eyes hurt’ spiked across the US North America witnessed an incredible total solar eclipse on Monday – but it seems like some didn’t listen to the warnings about staring directly at it. Americans across the country looked to the skies to witness the rare event as the Moon blocked out the Sun. […]

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‘That role chose me’ Robert Downey Jr has refused to rule out reprising his role as Iron Man, saying he would “happily” return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. For more than a decade, Downey Jr played the iconic comic book superhero, with the first Iron Man film marking the start of the MCU in 2008. […]

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‘I look at the UK housing market and I see nothing good here’ Kevin McCloud has said his advice to young Brits looking to buy their first home is to “move to another country where the housing market is healthy,” such as Germany. The Grand Designs presenter was speaking to JOE ahead of Grand Designs […]

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It’s their second points deduction this season Everton have been handed a second points deduction by the Premier League for breaching profit and sustainability rules. The Athletic reports that an independent commission have been docked the Toffees another two points for breaches relating to the three-year accounting period ending in the 2022-23 season. The second […]

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A total solar eclipse will be visible in some parts of the globe North America will witness a rare total solar eclipse on Monday, with the phenomenon visible from Mexico all the way to Canada. And whilst it won’t be a total eclipse for anyone watching in the UK, some parts of the country will […]

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‘It’s the very last comfort you can give your friend’ A vet has urged pet owners to stand by their animals when they are being euthanised after an experience left her “in tears for weeks.” Losing a pet is never easy, and while some owners would sooner sit in the waiting room while they’re put […]

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‘I didn’t know that just by making a little lemonade would bring this many people’ A grieving child has raised thousands of dollars through a lemonade stand to pay for her mother’s headstone after she died suddenly last month. Emouree Johnson, 7, decided to sell homemade lemonade to raise money in memory of her mum […]

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She’s apparently planning a move Katie Price is reportedly planning to sell her Mucky Mansion and move to her “dream home” up north. The former glamour model was declared bankrupt last month over an unpaid tax bill of more than £750,000. This was the second time she’d declared bankruptcy, having had debts of £3.2m in […]

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The quickest cup final win ever Galatasaray won the Turkish Super Cup final after just a minute as Fenerbahce fielded their U19s and walked off in protest. The two arch-rivals were taking each other on at the Sanliurfa 11 Nisan Stadium on Sunday, but Fenerbahce fielded a team made entirely of youth players. This was […]

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The Rock’s return to WWE has been eventful Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson launched into a foul-mouthed rant at the referee during his WWE return. The wrestling legend made his comeback as he took on on Cody Rhodes and World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 40 on Saturday night. It was the first time he’d […]

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Happy birthday to a legend Jackie Chan has celebrated an age milestone today, as he turned 70. Born in Hong Kong on April 7, 1954, Chan started his career as a stuntman. But ever since his appearance in 1978 action comedy film Snake in the Eagle’s Shadow, his career has led him to become one […]

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Spurs are due to play Nottingham Forest this evening Tottenham Hotspur have issued a statement after a man was stabbed to death outside their stadium. Police and paramedics were called to Northumberland Park in the early hours of Sunday morning, outside the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The Metropolitan Police said they found a man with a […]

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Liverpool are looking to return to the top of the Premier League as they travel to their fierce rivals Man United Man United and Liverpool served up a seven-goal FA Cup classic, two weeks ago. Both sides face off again at Old Trafford, and our live match centre has you covered for all the big […]

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Reports have suggested Grand Theft Auto game will be ‘more culturally sensitive’ Some Grand Theft Auto fans seem to be concerned that GTA 6 will be ruined by being too “woke”. The gaming series has become famous for its crude humour and extreme violence, and Rockstar Games have used satirical comedy to take aim at […]

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Quiz-tastic What to put here today then? Well, most of us will have just had another four day week, so that’s nice. But, that Tuesday-that-felt-like-a-Monday was rough wasn’t it? Let’s bring some routine back. And I know that one of the main parts of all of your routines is this quiz. So, here it is […]

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