The Northern Ireland Protocol is not up for negotiation The European Union (EU) has rejected the UK’s demand to negate the Northern Ireland Protocol only hours after Parliament sent the request. The EU’s response comes after a new UK “command paper” insisted the agreement be thoroughly reworked. The solution to the Irish Protocol is for […]

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Paralympian denied personal care assistant Becca Meyers, a deaf and blind paralympic swimmer, has withdrawn from Tokyo 2020 after officials refused her request to bring along her mother as her care assistant. Officials stated she had to use the same care assistant as thirty-three other Olympians during her time in Japan. Twenty-six-year-old Meyers has previously […]

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Sunny Spanish countryside over stuffy England? Count me in! Have you ever wanted to run away to another country to start a new life? Well, now you can! Griegos, a small town in the northeast of Spain, is offering free houses and jobs to encourage people to move there. With only 132 residents currently living […]

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Untold destruction after record-breaking rainfall As we moan and complain about the exhaustive heat in the UK, there are other places around the world dealing with dangerous weather patterns. Days of rain in China have caused widespread damage and led to 200,000 evacuations across the Henan province, and causing $11m worth of damage. Central #China's […]

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New customisation options for FIFA 22 Despite FIFA looking relatively the same since its introduction in 1993, new features, graphics, players, and game modes are constantly introduced to keep it refreshed and entertaining for its immeasurable audience. But the latest leaks for the next instalment has got fans excited online. #FIFA22, Powered by Football With […]

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Cummings and his marginally successful coup Have you ever contributed to a group project where one member pours their heart and soul into its contents? However, upon completion they admit they aren’t too keen on the final result. Well, that is exactly what Dominic Cummings has just done, despite being the driving force behind the […]

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“I was made to undergo praying in tongues, exorcisms, having demons cast out of me, and being anointed with holy oil” Justin Beck grew up in a small town near Glasgow. His family are evangelical Christians and religion dictated every aspect of his life, from his daily routine, to how he saw the world through […]

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The filthy rich are often a huge topic of debate. On the one hand, people argue, they largely earned that money, so it’s their right to spend it as they see fit. But on the other hand, others say, when their employees are barely paid, and they turn a blind eye to the enormous issues […]

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Dubai doesn’t have natural rain, so they made some Already, after only a week of blistering sun, the UK has had enough. Besides a few utterly sociopathic people who enjoy this weather, the rest of us want to be permanently glued to a beer garden with a glass of Pimms in hand. But in places […]

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Journalists could face jail time Under plans to reform the Official Secrets Act, journalists could now be sentenced to up to fourteen years in prison. The Daily Mail reports that should this law have already been in effect, the journalists responsible for the Matt Hancock leak could very well be facing prison time. The home […]

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The Economist has launched their own data investigation into the pandemic The pandemic has undeniably battered the world. But sometimes, it can be difficult to look beyond your countries bubble, not necessarily because you are selfish, but because your focus is on the fight here at home. But when you look at the global pandemic […]

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An inspiration to Trans youth everywhere Leyna Bloom is constantly trailblazing her way across popular culture. She was the first trans woman of colour to appear in Vogue India, her starring role in Port Authority was well received at the Cannes Film Festival, and her work in American Ballroom culture continues to be iconic. Now, […]

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It could cost £1,000 a night, and we would all still do it. Rummaging through the attic or cupboard for your fan has become a staple of British culture ever since our summers started to resemble the planet Mercury. But despite experts saying that fans can be dangerous for our health, we all continue to […]

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A turning point for the Peruvian presidential power On Monday, Pedro Castillo became the winner of Peru’s presidential election, having originally been a teacher in a rural community. Castillo beat right-wing politician Keiko Fujimori by just 44,000 votes. It’s official: Pedro Castillo ✏️ will be sworn in as president of Peru on 28 July 2021, […]

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Ice Cream brand boycotts Occupied Palestinian Territory. American ice-cream brand Ben and Jerry’s have said they would no longer sell their products within Palestinian territories currently occupied by Israel. The West Bank and East Jerusalem have been under Israeli control since 1967, after the illegal annexation of the Palestinian people. Ben & Jerry’s will end […]

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More money pumped into search effort for Maddie McCann Operation Grange, which launched in 2011 and aims to investigate the disappearance of Madeline McCann, has cost the taxpayer £12.5 million. Now, the force has been allocated an extra £350k to catch a prime suspect. The Metropolitan police chief has previously said that the search would […]

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The Triplets were born 7 years apart Though you might usually associate triplets with being born simultaneously, Helen and Oliver from Southampton are living proof that that is not always the case. Coco and Monty were born in August 2018, but their older brother Hugo was born in 2011, and yet, they are still biological […]

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French ship assists migrants The daily record of immigrants crossing the channel hit new highs today, with 430 crossings on Monday alone. A French warship escorted a group of thirteen into British waters before handing them over to a baffled Good Morning Britain news crew. A French warship escorted a group of thirteen migrants crammed […]

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Bezos don’t come back The day has finally arrived when Jeff Bezos has been shot into space, though not everyone wants him to return. You might remember a petition circulating that called for Bezos to be denied entry back to earth. Where he would then go was not brought into question. #NewShepard is on the […]

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The Olympics could very well be cancelled Toshiro Muto, head of the organising committee for the Tokyo Olympics, was asked whether the Olympics could still be called off due to a rise in Covid cases and Japan declaring a state of emergency. https://twitter.com/JDDavis_/status/1417453521704787992 “We can’t predict what will happen with the number of coronavirus cases. […]

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Shaw the soldier fights on through broken ribs England left-back Luke Shaw reportedly played against Ukraine, Denmark and Italy at Euro 2020 with broken ribs. Despite his alleged injury, Shaw was a driving force behind England’s success at the Euros. With one goal and at least three assists, Shaw was an undeniable powerhouse throughout the 2020 […]

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Monday saw a record number of migrants across the channel Sky News reports that Mondays saw 430 migrants cross the channel, which sets the record for the highest crossover in recent history. Monday’s figure includes around fifty men, women, and children who were seen walking ashore after landing near Dungeness in Kent. As an immigrant to […]

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They have now been fined for their defiance The Norwegian handball team have said they will not wear bikini bottoms during the Olympic games. Players chose to swap the usual uniform for shorts at a recent Handball Championship in Varna, Bulgaria, on Sunday. https://twitter.com/effing_glorious/status/1417366974804336643 “Of course, we would pay any fine. We are all […]

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Vaccine passports to come into effect As the clock struck twelve on Sunday, thousands flocked to nightclubs for their first drunken adventure in what seems like decades. But a press conference at 5pm last night has sparked huge controversy and massive criticism for Prime Minister Boris Johnson. if Boris Johnson is worried about the "the […]

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Every little helps for the doggos Despite being common sense not to leave your dog in a car when temperatures soar, many people still end up doing it. But, the RSPCA and Tesco have teamed up to tackle the issue with the UK in the midst of a heatwave. It's getting hot hot hot 🔥🌞🔥🌞🔥.. […]

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TikTok’s top tips for a cool house in the summer Constantly complaining about the weather is a staple in British culture, and today is no different. With temperatures sky-rocketing to thirsty-five degrees in some areas, social media is flooded with people complaining, b*tching, and hoping to god it rains. That Property Guy on TikTok has […]

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You simply love to see it Nearly 140,000 fans packed into the various stands at Silverstone to watch Lewis Hamilton seal first place. Though Hamilton’s collision with Max Verstappen left fans divided, there is one Formula 1 driver who won the hearts of everyone present on the day. German legend Sebastian Vettel retired from the […]

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Vaccine certificates to be mandatory “Freedom Day” has ushered in a new sense of hope for the British public. With clubs finally starting to reopen, it should come as no surprise that new rules would come into effect to keep partiers and staff safe from the virus. pic.twitter.com/bfaBUE8vcj — Tom Usher (@tom_usher_) July 19, 2021 […]

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Will you still use it? Do fans work? Who knows. Will we all continue to sit in front of them and pray for rain? Of course! Some fans hit the spot just right, and others are more like decorative pieces because they couldn’t blow sawdust off a table. Regardless, every year as the heat increases, […]

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Wahlberg swaps abs for absolutely everything in the fridge In the ’90s, Mark Wahlberg was a universal sex symbol. His iconic Calvin Klein runway arguably sparked the brand’s connotations with buff celebs stripping down into their Calvins for various ad campaigns. Since then, Wahlberg’s body has remained consistently sculpted, until now. Appearing on The Tonight […]

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“Pack your bongo,” Katie… Katie Hopkins hit the headlines today but not for the reasons you would imagine. She didn’t say anything atrocious about immigrants or plus size people but was instead deported from Australia. The Deputy PM of Australia had a few choice words for the far-right commentator, and the internet is eating it […]

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Protest calls for Boris to be banged up There are thousands of memes out there that troll lockdown protests and anti-mask/anti-vaxx people. But today, there was no need for memes because they trolled themselves. Queue the “pick me” protest behaviour. https://twitter.com/WinstonCProject/status/1417070551160561666 Thousands of protesters gathered outside Parliament this morning to protest for an end to […]

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Come learn the truth with this influencer’s hands-free orgasm Orgasms are everyone’s best friend, and for once, the world is pretty unified in the belief that climaxing is as good as it gets. Orgasms are not so easy for people with medical complications, those on SSRI’s, and women in general whose partners are clueless. But […]

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Kim cracks down on foreign influence. The North Korean state-run media has instructed young people to use North Korea’s standard language and refrain from using southern slang. The BBC also reports that the Korean media also warned against its youth copying the fashions, hairstyles and music of South Korea. https://www.instagram.com/p/CQvfBMngmBG/ North Korea is famously stringent, […]

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There are dangers to walking your dog in this heat In typical British fashion, the moment we get a little sunshine breaking through the sullen clouds, we complain it’s too hot. But in all seriousness, it is too damn hot! A group we often overlook during the heat is man’s best friend, who need just […]

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Clubs return, but common sense departs. With ‘Freedom Day’ now upon us, some might think that the British public, in all their unrivalled common sense, would trudge slowly through the coming weeks. But unsurprisingly, unable to control themselves with one VK hastily chugged down, thousands flocked to nightclubs for when the clock struck twelve. With […]

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World Champion receives racial abuse on Instagram Lewis Hamilton has faced racist abuse online hours after winning the British Grand Prix. Despite a setback caused by a collision with world championship leader Max Verstappen, Hamilton’s ten second time penalty did not hold him back. Verstappen was taken to the hospital for precautionary checks. https://www.instagram.com/p/CRe5qH4ogc6/ Though […]

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Hopkins to return home The Australian government has cancelled Katie Hopkins’ visa and deported her after Hopkins boasted about breaching hotel quarantine conditions, The Guardian reports. a Katie Hopkins getting deported from Australia photo to brighten this Monday morning, you’re welcome pic.twitter.com/1h3wpICxkK — dave ❄️ 🥕 🧻 (@mrdavemacleod) July 19, 2021 The cancellation was announced […]

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Johnson leads by example…kind of! Prime Minister Boris Johnson has pleaded with people to “stick to the rules” just hours after he and Rishi Sunak tried to dodge said rules. Taking to Twitter to address the criticism, which he seemingly forgot to do, Johnson urged the rest of the country to follow the rules he […]

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Julius Ssekitoleko, a Ugandan weightlifter who failed to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics, went missing from their training camp in Osaka. However, Reuters reports that Ssekitoleko left a note detailing his intention to remain in Japan indefinitely. The 20-year-old failed to qualify and was scheduled to return to Uganda next Tuesday. However, he later went […]

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A massive moment in history for weightlifting Transgender athlete Laurel Hubbard has been cleared by officials to compete in Tokyo’s Olympic Games. She will compete in New Zealand’s female weightlifting team, and this decision does not conflict with any rules currently in effect. “The rules for qualification have been established by the International Weightlifting Federation […]

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The birds are watching you! You might remember a bizarre conspiracy theory circulating over the past month. The Birds Aren’t Real movement is slated to originate back in the ’70s, though contrastingly, Vice reports it was actually in 2017. Though you may immediately laugh at the idea, there is now solid proof that this is […]

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“Overnight a cowardly racist has decided to spread hate” Racist graffiti was printed across a mural honouring Marcus Rashford, Bukayo Saka, and Jadon Sancho. “We do not stand with the 3 Black Lions” was scrawled across the wall of the Arthur Wharton Foundation in Darlington, a building dedicated to the first Black professional footballer. Our […]

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It’s just a matter of time until a third wave hits Housing, Communities and Local Government Secretary Robert Jenrick told Sky News that England should expect a third wave to peak by late-August or early September, as he warned of ‘challenging weeks ahead’. “I would urge people to ensure they have the NHS app on […]

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The appeal follows the violence seen at Wembley on Sunday The Metropolitan Police has issued an appeal to help identify ten men who are linked to the violence seen at Wembley last Sunday ahead of and during the Euro 2020 final. After reviewing hundreds of hours of CCTV, police officials were able to identify the ten […]

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Outrage appears to have forced them to alter their plans Prime minister Boris Johnson and chancellor Rishi Sunak will self isolate having been pinged over health secretary Sajid Javid’s positive Covid test; it has been reported. Despite being pinged by the Track and Trace app, both Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak were initially not going […]

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Farage swoops in to save the dying far-right news network Nigel Farage has been cast in a starring role with GB News after presenter Guto Harri was removed from the air for taking the knee in a show of support for England footballers who were racially abused online after the Euro 2020 final. Following the […]

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Do the rules apply to Johnson and Sunak? Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Chancellor Rishi Sunak will not self-isolate despite being alerted to the fact they have come into contact with someone infected with Covid. Health Secretary Sajid Javid was forced to quarantine after catching the virus, with many other ministers believed to soon follow […]

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Biden refuses to lift US embargo President Joe Biden has condemned Communism, calling it a “universally failed system” while also labelling Cuba as a “failed state”. This comes amind ongoing protests in Cuba, which remains under US sanctions. Just last month 184 countries in the United Nations voted in favor of a resolution to demand […]

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Over 1,2000 Scientists have slammed Boris Johnson’s plans as ‘unscientific and unethical’ The government has been urged to reconsider plans to end Covid restrictions on Monday with scientists warning it could have a monumental effect on the UK, and pose a “danger to the world”. Over 1,200 scientists have slated Boris Johnson’s ‘freedom day’ as […]

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