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  • People are ‘feeling old’ after seeing Pokémon cards appraised on Antiques Roadshow

    People are ‘feeling old’ after seeing Pokémon cards appraised on Antiques Roadshow

    It made us all feel old! The Antiques Roadshow often showcases items that were around long before most of us were born, from rare 18th-century dresses to Shakespeare’s notebook. However, imagine people’s surprise when a popular childhood game from the 90s ends up being appraised on the show. In an episode from 2023, the owner […]

    1 year ago

  • Scott McTominay’s diet ‘under observation’ at Napoli

    Scott McTominay’s diet ‘under observation’ at Napoli

    Neapolitan cuisine is very tempting Scott McTominay is reportedly being monitored for his ‘at risk’ diet at new club Napoli. According to reports, the midfielder takes home a note every day after training, telling him what he can and cannot eat. McTominay, 27, left Manchester United, his boyhood club where he had played for 22 […]

    1 year ago

  • Passenger dies on Jet2 flight with plane forced to make emergency landing

    Passenger dies on Jet2 flight with plane forced to make emergency landing

    Those on board tried to save him A Jet2 passenger has died on a flight from Bulgaria to Liverpool, forcing the plane to make an emergency landing in Cologne. It is believed the man suffered a cardiac arrest mid-flight. Flight LS3214 departed Burgas shortly after 1pm local time on September 16. Approximately two hours into […]

    1 year ago

  • Premier League approve transfer rule change starting next season

    Premier League approve transfer rule change starting next season

    This could change things significantly The Premier League has approved plans to change the deadline of the summer transfer window for the 2025/26 season. Currently, the transfer window in England closes at the end of August, after the Premier League season has already started. This year the transfer window closed on August 30, meaning clubs […]

    1 year ago

  • The moment police robot tear-gasses man and runs him over

    The moment police robot tear-gasses man and runs him over

    The robots are fighting back! Footage has emerged of a man getting tear-gassed and run over by a police robot. Felix Delarosa, 39, had barricaded himself inside Lubbock Days Inn in Texas and was in a stand off with police when the incident occurred. KCBD reported that Delarosa was holding what looked like a Bible […]

    1 year ago

  • Horrifying true story of serial killer that inspired upcoming Monster Netflix series

    Horrifying true story of serial killer that inspired upcoming Monster Netflix series

    He admitted to killing two women With the second series of ‘Monster’ currently streaming on Netflix, the subject of series three has been revealed. Jeffrey Dahmer was the focus of the first series with the current focusing on infamous brothers Lyle and Erik Menendez. It has now been revealed that it’s next subject will be […]

    1 year ago

  • ‘Doomsday glacier’ is on the brink of catastrophic collapse

    ‘Doomsday glacier’ is on the brink of catastrophic collapse

    This is worrying news Scientists have given a grim update on the ‘Doomsday Glacier’ which could plunge parts of the world underwater. The Thwaites Glacier in Antarctica is the same size as Great Britain or the US state of Florida and was nicknamed the ‘Doomsday Glacier’ because, if it was to melt, it can ‘sink’ […]

    1 year ago

  • Mic picks up fiery exchange between Haaland and Arteta following heated clash

    Mic picks up fiery exchange between Haaland and Arteta following heated clash

    Haaland ruffled a few feathers yesterday Erling Haaland was up to mischief in Manchester City’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal yesterday as tensions ran high between the current champions and their challengers. City equalised in the 90+8 minute and following the conclusion of the match, temperatures boiled over. As the whistle blew and the two sides […]

    1 year ago

  • Cadbury confirms they have axed fan favourite festive treat

    Cadbury confirms they have axed fan favourite festive treat

    Fans say they ‘ruined Christmas’ Fans have blasted chocolate giant Cadbury for ‘ruining Christmas’ after they axed a favourite festive product. People have been searching the shops for a treat that usually appears around this time of year as the run up to Christmas begins. The product in question are ‘Festive Friends’ biscuits. Not too […]

    1 year ago

  • League Cup clash between Newcastle and Wimbledon postponed

    League Cup clash between Newcastle and Wimbledon postponed

    It has not yet been rearranged The Carabao Cup game between AFC Wimbledon and Newcastle United tomorrow night has been postponed. Heavy rain has caused flooding around the outside of the ground which has caused what appeared to be a ‘sinkhole’ to open on the pitch. Storms have swept across the country over the past […]

    1 year ago

  • Woman who’s visited every country in the world reveals where you should never visit

    Woman who’s visited every country in the world reveals where you should never visit

    ‘Unless you have a death wish’ A record-breaking traveller who has visited every country names the 10 places tourists should never go. Lexie Alford is the Guinness World Record holder for being the youngest person to travel to all 196 countries in the world. The 25-year-old from California has over half a million subscribers on […]

    1 year ago

  • Danny Boyle’s 28 Years Later was ‘shot entirely on an iPhone’

    Danny Boyle’s 28 Years Later was ‘shot entirely on an iPhone’

    This is a unique approach One of the most anticipated films of 2025 was reportedly shot entirely on an iPhone 15. Director, Danny Boyle, 67, has reportedly challenged himself and his team by ambitiously deciding to film his upcoming zombie movie on adapted models of the iPhone 15. The news comes just after Apple launched […]

    1 year ago

  • Olly Murs says all of his songs should be banned from weddings

    Olly Murs says all of his songs should be banned from weddings

    He shared his thoughts on social media For some people, there is nothing more romantic than dancing to one of your favourite songs with the one you love at your wedding. Whether it’s a love song or just a track that means something to you and your other half, many take their wedding playlist very […]

    1 year ago

  • Jason Derulo ‘knocks his teeth out’ after trying to eat corn with power drill

    Jason Derulo ‘knocks his teeth out’ after trying to eat corn with power drill

    Don’t try this at home! Jason Derulo once ‘knocked his teeth out’ whilst attempting a viral TikTok trend. The singer has always enjoyed showing off on the social media platform, completing cheesy dances with his son and sharing comedic skits with his friends. But the 35-year-old was left regretting this food-related TikTok challenge after it […]

    1 year ago

  • Man City v Arsenal: Follow all the action in our live hub

    Man City v Arsenal: Follow all the action in our live hub

    The Gunners travel to the Champions. It was a close fought race for the title last season between Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal and Pep Guardiola’s City. In the end, just like the season before, it was City who held their nerve to be crowned Champions. Though this season is still in its infancy, this game feels […]

    1 year ago

  • Woman horrified after finding out what her tattoo really means

    Woman horrified after finding out what her tattoo really means

    She had no idea! A woman has been left in tears after discovering what the tattoo she got on holiday really means. Social media creator, Amy Dickinson, who is originally from Australia, travelled to Fiji on holiday and decided to get a tattoo but didn’t understand the language. Dickinson posted a video crying to her […]

    1 year ago

  • Marlon Wayans calls out Elon Musk for ‘disowning’ his trans daughter

    Marlon Wayans calls out Elon Musk for ‘disowning’ his trans daughter

    He slammed the Space X founder Marlon Wayans has called out Elon Musk for ‘disowning’ his transgender daughter. The comedian, best known for starring in the comedy White Chicks, appeared on Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay podcast. In the episode, Wayans opened up about the relationship he has with his 24-year-old trans son Kai Wayans. […]

    1 year ago

  • British couple tragically swept to their deaths in Majorca flash foods

    British couple tragically swept to their deaths in Majorca flash foods

    A tribute event has been organised Tributes have been paid to a British couple who were tragically swept to their deaths in Majorca flash floods. Sarah Jane Thompson, 26, and her partner Alexander Barrett, 32, were on a hiking holiday when they went missing on September 3. After an extensive search and rescue operation on […]

    1 year ago

  • Full list of Wetherspoons closing by the end of the year

    Full list of Wetherspoons closing by the end of the year

    Last orders! Wetherspoons has announced that several of its branches are set to close over the coming months with 17 currently up for sale. Despite seeing a sales growth of nearly 8 per cent in the year leading up to July, the company has either sold or given up the lease on 30 pubs this […]

    1 year ago

  • Papa John’s launch pepperoni diffuser so your house can always smell like pizza

    Papa John’s launch pepperoni diffuser so your house can always smell like pizza

    The smell is supposed to help students destress Today is National Pepperoni Pizza Day and to celebrate, Papa Johns is launching a Pepperoni Pizza Diffuser so your home can always smell like the delicious treat. The release of the limited-edition diffuser coincides with Freshers Week as new consumer research shows that a quarter of students […]

    1 year ago

  • P Diddy ‘placed on suicide watch’ in prison as he awaits trial

    P Diddy ‘placed on suicide watch’ in prison as he awaits trial

    His mental state is said to be unclear Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been placed on suicide watch while awaiting trial. Combs, 54, was arrested at a Manhattan hotel on Monday September 16. The following day it was revealed that he’s been charged with sex trafficking, racketeering and transportation to engage in prostitution. He entered a […]

    1 year ago

  • Sir Alex Ferguson says he misses managing Man United

    Sir Alex Ferguson says he misses managing Man United

    Man United misses him! Sir Alex Ferguson has revealed he misses managing Manchester United in a rare interview following his retirement 11 years ago. The 82-year-old led Manchester United to their 13th Premier League title in the 2012-13 season before retiring after 27 years at the club. In an interview with BBC Breakfast, Ferguson admitted […]

    1 year ago

  • Iron Maiden announce huge ‘once-in a-lifetime’ 50th anniversary tour

    Iron Maiden announce huge ‘once-in a-lifetime’ 50th anniversary tour

    This tour is going to be huge! Iconic metal band, Iron Maiden, are embarking on a huge 50th anniversary tour with tickets to go on sale imminently. The Run For Your Lives tour promises to be a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ live experience for fans of the band. The band, who formed in 1975, will play five UK […]

    1 year ago

  • Subjects of Netflix’s Monster series gave harrowing reason for killing their parents

    Subjects of Netflix’s Monster series gave harrowing reason for killing their parents

    The case is part of a new Netflix series The subjects of Netflix’s ‘Monster’ series gave a harrowing reason for killing their parents in secretly recorded therapy session. Lyle Menendez and Erik Menendez have been behind bars for nearly three decades after shooting José, 45, and Mary Louise ‘Kitty’ Menendez, 47 at their home in […]

    1 year ago

  • Martin Zubimendi ‘regrets rejecting Liverpool’ and ‘hoping for January move’

    Martin Zubimendi ‘regrets rejecting Liverpool’ and ‘hoping for January move’

    He reportedly opted for Real Sociedad for the ‘food and hikes’ Martin Zubimendi reportedly ‘regrets’ rejecting Liverpool in the summer in favour of staying at Real Sociedad. He has apparently asked for Arne Slot’s side to try and sign him in January after rejecting their £52million bid to stay in San Sebastian. The 25-year-old was […]

    1 year ago

  • Tesco ‘planning to use AI’ to nudge shoppers to buy healthier food

    Tesco ‘planning to use AI’ to nudge shoppers to buy healthier food

    This would be controversial Tesco has suggested shoppers’ Clubcard data could be used to warn them when their baskets are becoming unhealthy. Ken Murphy, the supermarket’s chief executive said that artificial intelligence could be used to monitor what customers were buying and encourage them to make healthier choices. He said: “I can see it nudging […]

    1 year ago

  • Former Arsenal player charged after £600,000 of cannabis seized at airport

    Former Arsenal player charged after £600,000 of cannabis seized at airport

    He is due to appear in court today A 33-year-old Arsenal academy graduate who Arsene Wegner once called an ‘outstanding’ talent has been arrested after £600,000 worth of cannabis was seized at Stanstead airport. Jay Emmanuel-Thomas was detained and questioned by National Crime Agency officers after the drugs were found in suitcases by Border Forces […]

    1 year ago

  • Heinz launches Pickled Onion Monster Munch Mayo

    Heinz launches Pickled Onion Monster Munch Mayo

    Fans can’t wait for this collaboration Heinz UK have announced the launch of Monster Munch Mayo, a limited-edition sauce which will be available tomorrow, September 20. Heinz has teamed up with crisp giant Walkers to release the Halloween-themed sauce that blends the iconic Pickled Onion flavour of Monster Munch with the creamy, rich texture of […]

    1 year ago

  • Man United ‘will demolish Old Trafford’ if new stadium plans approved

    Man United ‘will demolish Old Trafford’ if new stadium plans approved

    Another twist in the tale Manchester United will reportedly demolish Old Trafford should new stadium plans be approved despite previous ambitions to keep it as a home for the women’s team and academy. Sources told the Daily Mail that the club have now abandoned the plans saying it would be ‘too complex and cost hundreds […]

    1 year ago

  • Scientists have discovered a ‘third state’ beyond life and death

    Scientists have discovered a ‘third state’ beyond life and death

    This is like something out of a sci-fi film Scientists believe they have discovered a ‘third state’ of existence between life and death. According to researchers, the third state is where the cells of a dead organism continue to function after the organism’s death. They say that the organism’s cells are gaining new capabilities that […]

    1 year ago

  • Capybara called Cinnamon on the loose after escaping from Shropshire Zoo

    Capybara called Cinnamon on the loose after escaping from Shropshire Zoo

    The zoo keeper thinks she’s ‘living her best life’ A capybara has escaped from a zoo in Shropshire triggering warnings from keepers not to approach the animal. The giant rodent named Cinnamon escaped from Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World in Telford on Friday with the last known sighting reported on Saturday. The zoo said: “On […]

    1 year ago

  • Aston Villa kit will have one major change for Champions League debut

    Aston Villa kit will have one major change for Champions League debut

    Fans have praised Villa for the change Aston Villa will play in a new-look kit for their Champions League opener against Young Boys this evening and it’s for a very good cause. Acorns will adorn the front of the players’ shirts after principal partners, Betano, donated the space back to the club who in turn […]

    1 year ago

  • Balamory returning to Cbeebies after 20 years off air

    Balamory returning to Cbeebies after 20 years off air

    Bigger than the Oasis reunion? Children’s TV programme ‘Balamory’ which became a fan favourite in the 2000’s is to return, two decades after it was last filmed. The Bafta-winning pre-school show about a fictional town called Balamory was originally set in Tobermory, the colourful harbour town on the Isle of Mull. The show focused on […]

    1 year ago

  • Gary Oldman wants to play Dumbledore in new Harry Potter series

    Gary Oldman wants to play Dumbledore in new Harry Potter series

    He wants to return to the wizarding world Gary Oldman who played Sirius Black in the original Harry Potter series has expressed an interest in returning to the world of magic in HBO’s Harry Potter TV series. The new adaptation has launched an open casting call for its main child stars which has got fans […]

    1 year ago

  • Heinz fans devastated as brand confirms they have discontinued beloved product

    Heinz fans devastated as brand confirms they have discontinued beloved product

    Heinz have upset some loyal customers Customers are said to be ‘gutted’ after Heinz announced it was discontinuing one of its fan-favourite products. Baked beans are a staple of most peoples’ diets in England, whether you eat them with your full English breakfast, on toast or in a jacket potato. This week, fans were devastated […]

    1 year ago

  • Channel 4 responds after calls to remove alleged abuser from MAFS

    Channel 4 responds after calls to remove alleged abuser from MAFS

    They have issued a statement Channel 4 has rejected calls to remove one of their Married at First Sight participants after accusations of domestic abuse were made against him. It was revealed yesterday by The Sun that ex-RAF Air Specialist Alexander Henry went Awol to film the show which led to him being sentenced to […]

    1 year ago

  • Here’s everything we know about the new Champions League format

    Here’s everything we know about the new Champions League format

    The greatest spectacle of football is back for another season – and there are huge some changes The Champions League is back tonight for a new season with a completely different format that has excited fans but rattled some players. Instead of the usual group stages, teams will play eight matches (four of which at […]

    1 year ago

  • Jay-Z linked with sensational joint takeover of huge Premier League club

    Jay-Z linked with sensational joint takeover of huge Premier League club

    This could be huge for them American rapper Jay-Z has been linked with a sensational joint takeover of a huge Premier League club. The music icon and husband of Beyonce has become an entrepreneur on the back of his music success. The Brooklyn-born rapper’s net worth has been valued at approximately $2.5 billion which could […]

    1 year ago

  • Deliveroo launches 99p burger for uni students

    Deliveroo launches 99p burger for uni students

    What a bargain! Deliveroo has announced a 99p burger for students as Freshers Week begins for many. The announcement comes after data released showed 50 per cent of uni students worry about not having enough energy to tackle their first week, with 49 per cent saying a burger is their go-to dish when feeling run-down. […]

    1 year ago

  • Married At First Sight star Alex Henry has been jailed

    Married At First Sight star Alex Henry has been jailed

    He went Awol to film the show A member of the RAF, who went Awol to appear on the reality TV show Married at First Sight, has been jailed by a military court. Alex Henry, 28, abandoned his post at an electric warfare base to take part in the Channel 4 dating show. Henry, who […]

    1 year ago

  • Harry Kane breaks Bundesliga record previously held by Erling Haaland

    Harry Kane breaks Bundesliga record previously held by Erling Haaland

    The England skipper is in great form Harry Kane has smashed a Bundesliga record previously held by Erling Haaland as he continues to add to his list of impressive individual accolades. Bayern Munich thrashed Holstein Kiel 6-1 as Vincent Kompany’s side continued their perfect start to the season. During that victory, Kane netted a hat-trick […]

    1 year ago

  • Here’s everything we know about today’s hearing on Man City’s 115 charges

    Here’s everything we know about today’s hearing on Man City’s 115 charges

    The trial is taking place at an undisclosed location Manchester City face 115 charges over alleged breaches of Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules with the hearing set to get underway today. The trial is expected to be one of, if not the biggest trials in sporting history. The current Premier League champions were charged by […]

    1 year ago

  • Brits urged not to vacuum spiders as warning issued about spider season

    Brits urged not to vacuum spiders as warning issued about spider season

    There are better ways to get them out the house Spiders have been making their appearance in UK homes as mating season begins but arachnophobes have been warned against reaching for the hoover. In September and October, the eight-legged creatures come inside to escape the weather and find a mate, meaning they can often be […]

    1 year ago