Erin McLaughlin

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Erin is a Junior Social Editor at JOE with a keen interest in lifestyle, politics, and pop culture. Holding a master’s in Journalism, Erin brings a clear and engaging approach to storytelling, making content accessible and relevant for readers.

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  • Up to 150 stores of former high street giant to close

    Up to 150 stores of former high street giant to close

    Up to 150 stores to close in restructuring plan Up to 150 of the 480 high street stores operated by the retail giant are set to close under a restructuring plan launched by the chain’s new owner. The chain was previously part of WHSmith’s high street business before being sold off in a major retail […]

    1 month ago

  • Ex F1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi dies ‘suddenly’ aged 59

    Ex F1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi dies ‘suddenly’ aged 59

    Zanardi’s family has released a statement Former Formula 1 driver Alex Zanardi has died at the age of 59. Zanardi’s family released a statement that he died Friday night (May 1). “It is with deep sorrow ​that the family announces the passing of Alessandro Zanardi, which occurred suddenly yesterday ‌evening, ⁠1 May,” they said. “Alex […]

    1 month ago

  • Major airline shuts down and cancels all flights after rescue talks collapse

    Major airline shuts down and cancels all flights after rescue talks collapse

    The ultra-low-cost airline employed around 17,000 people A major airline has closed down and has cancelled all its flights after plunging into financial difficulty. Spirit Airlines announced it was ceasing operations after 34 years, with the Florida-based carrier employing approximately 17,000 people. The ultra-low cost airline, which employed about 17,000 people, said it had “started […]

    1 month ago

  • U.S. to issue passports featuring Trump’s face

    U.S. to issue passports featuring Trump’s face

    They are due to be released this summer The State Department is issuing limited-edition U.S. passports to commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence. The new passport designs will prominently feature President Donald Trump’s image on the inside cover, per Fox News. Mock-ups of the passports reveal Trump’s image surrounded by the text of the […]

    1 month ago

  • King Charles urges Trump to drop ‘America First’ policy in ‘dangerous’ world

    King Charles urges Trump to drop ‘America First’ policy in ‘dangerous’ world

    “Americans have had no closer friends than the British.” King Charles has urged Donald Trump to drop his ‘America First’ stance and back a renewed alliance with Britain in the interests of global stability, urging the president to ‘come together’ with the UK. The King’s address to Congress drew repeated standing ovations, as he reflected […]

    1 month ago

  • How King Charles asserts dominance as he meets Donald Trump at White House

    How King Charles asserts dominance as he meets Donald Trump at White House

    The mind games continue. King Charles has begun his state visit to the United States with a White House meeting alongside Donald Trump, with some observers suggesting that subtle diplomatic manoeuvring may already be in play. Despite security concerns, the state visit is proceeding as planned in the aftermath of the shooting at the White […]

    1 month ago

  • Oil giant BP reports surge in profits as Iran war pushes oil prices higher

    Oil giant BP reports surge in profits as Iran war pushes oil prices higher

    BP attributed the more than doubling of profits to “exceptional” oil trading. It’s been announced that BP’s profits for the first three months of the year have more than doubled following a surge in oil prices since the beginning of the Iran war. In its first results since the conflict began, the energy giant reported […]

    1 month ago

  • Trump calls for Jimmy Kimmel to be sacked following Melania joke

    Trump calls for Jimmy Kimmel to be sacked following Melania joke

    The joke was poorly received at the White House. Donald Trump and Melania Trump have called for Jimmy Kimmel to be sacked after the talk show host made a joke about the first lady. Just days before the shooting at the White House Correspondents Association (WHCA) dinner in Washington, Kimmel sketched the event on his […]

    1 month ago

  • All the airlines not adding surcharges to flights amid fuel shortage

    All the airlines not adding surcharges to flights amid fuel shortage

    Three major airlines have issued statements Three major airlines and tour operators have made significant announcements in the past 48 hours for travellers who have already booked their holidays, as well as those still weighing up their options for this year. On Friday April 24th, the government announced that passengers across the UK were being […]

    1 month ago

  • Trump claims shooting would ‘never have happened’ if White House had a ballroom

    Trump claims shooting would ‘never have happened’ if White House had a ballroom

    Donald Trump has sparked reaction with his comments US President Donald Trump has sparked reaction with his comments on last night’s shooting, which saw a gunman attempt to break into a dinner he attended. The President was rushed off stage at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner held at the Washington Hilton Hotel as gunshots were […]

    1 month ago

  • Exact date Tube strikes will begin, bringing four days of major disruption

    Exact date Tube strikes will begin, bringing four days of major disruption

    Bus strikes will occur simultaneously London’s Underground network will come to a halt this week with a Tube strike affecting all lines across four days. The RMT union announced it had not reached an agreement with Transport for London in a dispute over Tube drivers’ hours. Strikes are due to take place across London from […]

    2 months ago

  • US intercepts and seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship, Trump says

    US intercepts and seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship, Trump says

    Tehran vows to respond to “armed piracy” Donald Trump said the US has intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf as part of its naval blockade. The US president took to his Truth Social to claim that the Touska was seized by the US Navy after failing to respond to a warning to stop. […]

    2 months ago

  • Film star dies aged 57 after being found unconscious in swimming pool

    Film star dies aged 57 after being found unconscious in swimming pool

    BREAKING French actress Nadia Farès has died aged 57 after being found unconscious in a gym swimming pool. Farès is best known for starring in the psychological thriller The Crimson Rivers, as well as the French adaptation of the British series Luther. The actress leaves behind two daughters, who announced her death on Friday (April […]

    2 months ago

  • Boy, 11, dies after bike, bus and car collide in Derby

    Boy, 11, dies after bike, bus and car collide in Derby

    BREAKING An 11-year-old cyclist has died following a collision involving a bus and a car in Derby. According to Derbyshire Police the boy was taken to hospital with serious injuries following the crash in Nottingham Road at about 18:45 BST on Friday, where he later passed away. No arrests have been made yet, and police […]

    2 months ago

  • Kanye West’s Poland show axed weeks after UK entry ban

    Kanye West’s Poland show axed weeks after UK entry ban

    Kanye West faces yet another European concert cancellation Kanye West faces yet another European concert cancellation as backlash over his past remarks intensifies. The cancellation comes just days after the US rapper postponed a show in France amid growing backlash over his past antisemitic comments. He later wrote on social media that he didn’t “want […]

    2 months ago

  • The Inbetweeners set for return with ‘new Netflix movie’

    The Inbetweeners set for return with ‘new Netflix movie’

    ‘Netflix is in the running for a reboot’ A brand new Inbetweeners reboot could be coming to Netflix, nearly 16 years after the original series ended. Originally airing on E4, the show following the hilarious antics of A-level students Will, Simon, Neil, and Jay quickly became a generational classic. The iconic show ended in 2010 […]

    2 months ago

  • Eamonn Holmes rushed to hospital after stroke

    Eamonn Holmes rushed to hospital after stroke

    Holmes first began experiencing health issues in 2021 Broadcaster Eamonn Holmes was rushed to hospital after suffering a stroke. The former This Morning star (66) fell ill on Tuesday and has been recovering in hospital since. Holmes first began experiencing health issues in 2021 after suffering three slipped discs and a dislocated pelvis. In a […]

    2 months ago

  • Murdered toddler James Bulger’s grave vandalised for a second time

    Murdered toddler James Bulger’s grave vandalised for a second time

    This marks the second such incident. The grave of murdered toddler James Bulger has been vandalised for a second time in six weeks. Two cherub statue heads beside the two-year-old’s headstone at Kirkdale Cemetery in Liverpool have been cut off. In February 1993, James was lured away from his mother at a Bootle shopping centre […]

    2 months ago

  • Two teenagers killed in M1 crash after car falls off bridge

    Two teenagers killed in M1 crash after car falls off bridge

    Two teenagers were declared dead at the scene Two teenagers have died after a car plunged off a bridge and collided with a minibus on the M1 motorway below. The teens were travelling along Gilmorton Lane towards Lutterworth when the vehicle left the road bridge at around 1.30 pm on Friday, Leicestershire Police said. Four […]

    2 months ago

  • UK developing major plan to prepare country for war

    UK developing major plan to prepare country for war

    Officials warn UK’s 30 years of relative peace are under threat The UK is developing a major plan to prepare the entire nation, including the military, police, hospitals and industry, for a transition to war, the head of the armed forces has told Sky News. Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton said the updated version […]

    2 months ago

  • Millions of Brits to get a pay rise from today

    Millions of Brits to get a pay rise from today

    It’s no joke Millions of Brits on minimum wage are getting a pay rise from today, and no, this isn’t an April Fool’s joke. The government announced back in November that it would increase both the national minimum wage and national living wage in hopes of ensuring people on lower incomes are “properly rewarded” for […]

    2 months ago

  • Starmer to address nation today on Middle East following Trump’s latest blast

    Starmer to address nation today on Middle East following Trump’s latest blast

    Starmer to hold Downing Street briefing at 10 am Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will deliver a news conference from Downing Street at 10 am, giving an update on the situation in the Middle East and the UK’s response. Starmer is expected to discuss how the government is supporting families at home with the cost of […]

    2 months ago

  • Iran threatens ‘destruction’ of 18 major US companies

    Iran threatens ‘destruction’ of 18 major US companies

    “Employees of these companies are warned to leave immediately to protect their lives.” Iran’s most powerful armed force labels 18 companies “terrorist spy companies” and vows they are “legitimate targets”. According to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), several American multinational companies in the technology and industrial sectors, including giants such as Google, Apple, Intel […]

    2 months ago

  • President Trump launches bizarre ‘OnlyFarms’ website

    President Trump launches bizarre ‘OnlyFarms’ website

    “That’s a hell of a tractor.” The White House introduced suggestive new website, OnlyFarms, to highlight Donald Trump’s new agricultural policies. Despite the suggestive name, the administration’s site will not feature any explicit images, instead offering a searchable map where farmers can click on their state to view estimated savings. The name obviously is a […]

    2 months ago

  • Paris foils ‘terror attack by man with bomb’ targeting Bank of America

    Paris foils ‘terror attack by man with bomb’ targeting Bank of America

    The terror suspect has since been detained In Paris, a terror suspect has been detained after police caught him reportedly trying to detonate a bomb right outside of a Bank of America. The male suspect reportedly attempted to ignite a five-litre container filled with an unidentified liquid in the early hours of this morning. Police […]

    2 months ago

  • Jacqueline Jossa and Dan Osborne ‘split’ after being together for 13 years

    Jacqueline Jossa and Dan Osborne ‘split’ after being together for 13 years

    The couple have ‘decided to make the split permanent’ Jacqueline Jossa and Dan Osborne have reportedly split after being together for 13 years. The 33-year-old EastEnders actress and the former The Only Way Is Essex star are reportedly going their separate ways after spending a period living apart. The couple have reportedly “decided to make […]

    2 months ago

  • Chuck Norris’ tragic final post just one week before death

    Chuck Norris’ tragic final post just one week before death

    He shared a tragic final message just nine days ago Chuck Norris has passed away at the age of 86, his family confirmed in a statement earlier today. The actor had shared a final message with fans on social media just one week ago. The legendary actor and martial artist had been active on Instagram […]

    3 months ago

  • Unemployment rate remains at highest rate in five years

    Unemployment rate remains at highest rate in five years

    18 to 24-year-olds are the biggest contributors to the increase in unemployment The rise in unemployment over the past three months has been driven largely by 18–24-year-olds, according to the ONS. There are now concerns that the conflict involving Iran could further worsen the situation. New official figures show UK unemployment has remained at its […]

    3 months ago

  • Keir Starmer to address nation on war in Iran as energy bills rise

    Keir Starmer to address nation on war in Iran as energy bills rise

    The prime minister is set to address the nation on Monday morning Prime Minister Keir Starmer will use a press conference this morning to announce tens of millions of pounds in support for vulnerable households struggling with bills. Keir Starmer will address the nation this morning (Monday, March 16) to outline new support for households […]

    3 months ago

  • Motörhead legend dies at 64 following surgery

    Motörhead legend dies at 64 following surgery

    Phil Campbell has died Iconic Motorhead guitarist Phil Campbell has died. Phil Campbell, renowned as the guitarist for the legendary rock band Motorhead, has passed away at the age of 64 after undergoing a “complex operation,” according to an announcement made today. The musician died following a “long and courageous battle in intensive care after […]

    3 months ago

  • Charges dropped against teens whose teacher died after prank gone wrong

    Charges dropped against teens whose teacher died after prank gone wrong

    He died following his injuries The district attorney has announced that the five Georgia teenagers involved in a prank that tragically led to their teacher’s death will not face prosecution. One teen faced homicide and trespassing charges after Jason Hughes, 40, was accidentally run over during a toilet paper prank at his home. The other […]

    3 months ago

  • HSTikkyTokky fires back at Louis Theroux following Netflix doc exposure

    HSTikkyTokky fires back at Louis Theroux following Netflix doc exposure

    “My response to Theroux and the broke minions commenting online.” HSTikkyTokky Responds to Louis Theroux Following Netflix Doc Inside The Manosphere. HSTikkyTokky has issued a direct response to Louis Theroux after the release of the Netflix documentary Inside The Manosphere. The controversial TikToker took to social media to defend himself following widespread backlash sparked by […]

    3 months ago

  • Britons urged not take photos of strikes in UAE, embassy warns

    Britons urged not take photos of strikes in UAE, embassy warns

    The US‑Israel conflict with Iran has entered its second week The British Embassy in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has warned UK citizens in the region not to take or share images of the damage caused by Iranian missiles, as doing so could violate local laws. This follows the recent charging of a 60-year-old British […]

    3 months ago

  • Britain has just two days of gas stores left as Middle East flows falter

    Britain has just two days of gas stores left as Middle East flows falter

    It raises fears of a major shortage as the Middle East conflict escalates Britain has only two days of gas in its reserves, according to the National Grid, raising fears of a major shortage as the Middle East conflict escalates. Britain’s entire gas reserves currently stand at 6,700 GWh, which is enough for just one-and-a-half […]

    3 months ago

  • King Charles to make reference to Iran war in Commonwealth Day message

    King Charles to make reference to Iran war in Commonwealth Day message

    The world faces “a time of great challenge” King Charles is expected to warn that the world faces “a time of great challenge” due to the “increasing pressures of conflict” in a message to the Commonwealth’s 56 member nations marking Commonwealth Day, according to Sky News. In an extract released ahead of Monday’s annual event, […]

    3 months ago

  • Molly-Mae and Tommy Fury ‘on the fence’ over sending Bambi to school

    Molly-Mae and Tommy Fury ‘on the fence’ over sending Bambi to school

    They don’t want Bambi to lose her “spark” Molly-Mae Hague has admitted in one of her latest vlogs that she and Tommy Fury are ‘on the fence” over their plans to send their daughter Bambi to school. The former Love Island stars, who are now expecting their second child, were hoping to enrol Bambi (3) […]

    3 months ago

  • Trump speaks out after three US troops killed in escalating Iran conflict

    Trump speaks out after three US troops killed in escalating Iran conflict

    He shared a six-minute video message US President Donald Trump released a video message yesterday evening (March 1) after the US-Israeli strikes on Iran over the weekend, which resulted in the deaths of three Americans. Trump issued a mission called ‘Operation Epic Fury’ in an effort to target Iran’s nuclear regime and destroy the country’s […]

    3 months ago

  • RAF base in Cyprus hit by drone strike, Ministry of Defence says

    RAF base in Cyprus hit by drone strike, Ministry of Defence says

    There were no casualties, the Ministry of Defence reported The RAF base Akrotiri has been hit by a suspected drone strike, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has confirmed, in the midst of a new conflict in the Middle East that began on Saturday. It has been further reported that there were no casualties in the […]

    3 months ago

  • Major airlines suspend flights to 4 key destinations as WW3 fears grip Middle East

    Major airlines suspend flights to 4 key destinations as WW3 fears grip Middle East

    “Safety is always our top priority.” Several major airlines, including Wizz Air, Qatar Airways, Virgin Atlantic and British Airways, have announced that they are suspending flights following the ‘recent escalation of the security situation’ in Iran. The disruption follows reports of explosions in multiple Iranian cities after the United States and Israel launched coordinated military […]

    3 months ago

  • Iran retaliates after US and Israel launch joint strike

    Iran retaliates after US and Israel launch joint strike

    “The public is asked to act responsibly and follow the instructions.” Iran has retaliated following the United States and Israel’s joint strike on Iranian territory. Explosions were heard in cities across Iran on February 28 after US President Donald Trump confirmed that ‘major combat operations’ were underway on his Truth Social. The ‘pre‑emptive’ strikes were […]

    3 months ago

  • US launches ‘major combat operations’ in Iran, says Trump

    US launches ‘major combat operations’ in Iran, says Trump

    Explosions are heard in major cities US President Donald Trump has said that the US has launched “major combat operations” against Iran. Israel is also involved, and the IDF claims Iran has responded with retaliatory strikes. Trump took to Truth Social to confirm the US has launched “major combat operations” against Iran in an eight-minute […]

    3 months ago

  • Household energy bills set to fall in April

    Household energy bills set to fall in April

    Changes to policy costs will also benefit those on fixed deals Regulator Ofgem has announced that standard energy bills will fall by £117 a year in April after a shake-up in charges by the government. Nearly every household in England, Wales, and Scotland will benefit from a cut irrespective of their tariff, although the amounts […]

    4 months ago

  • John Davidson speaks out in first interview since BAFTAs

    John Davidson speaks out in first interview since BAFTAs

    “I felt a wave of shame.” Scottish Tourette’s syndrome activist and the real-life inspiration for I Swear, John Davidson, made headlines at the 79th BAFTA Awards when his involuntary vocal tics interrupted the ceremony, most notably during an outburst of racial slurs. At the same time, Sinners stars Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo were […]

    4 months ago

  • Trump makes ‘third term’ claim during longest state of the union address ever

    Trump makes ‘third term’ claim during longest state of the union address ever

    “This is a golden age of America.” Donald Trump delivered his State of the Union address at the United States Capitol, setting a new record for the longest speech of its kind in US history. Trump began by declaring, “Our nation is back, bigger, better, richer and stronger than ever before”. The moment was immediately […]

    4 months ago

  • Molly-Mae reveals when she’s due after announcing pregnancy with second child

    Molly-Mae reveals when she’s due after announcing pregnancy with second child

    ‘It still hasn’t sunk in’ Molly-Mae has given a new update following the confirmation that she’s expecting her second child. The reality star has confirmed that she’s already over halfway through her second pregnancy, after announcing to her Instagram followers that she and Tommy Fury are expecting a second child together. Molly-Mae (26) and boxer […]

    4 months ago