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  • The best Christmas markets in the UK open today

    The best Christmas markets in the UK open today

    They’re back! The UK’s best Christmas market opens today in Manchester, with seven weekends of festive fun ahead instead of the usual six. Earlier this week the huts began to arrive in the city centre in preparation for stall holders moving in for the run-up to Christmas. Though Albert Square is still not in a […]

    1 year ago

  • FA investigating Premier League club boss over sexual assault claims

    FA investigating Premier League club boss over sexual assault claims

    Three people have made allegations The Football Association has opened a safeguarding inquiry into a Premier League club boss, a year on from an investigation by the BBC. The investigation found that despite three women reporting the man to the police for alleged sexual offences, he kept his position at the club. One of the […]

    1 year ago

  • More than 40 monkeys on the loose after escaping from research lab

    More than 40 monkeys on the loose after escaping from research lab

    The keeper left the door open Police are searching for 43 monkeys that escaped from a research facility in South Carolina after a keeper left their pen open. The rhesus macaques escaped from Alpha Genesis, a company that breeds primates for medical testing and research and are on the loose in an area known as […]

    1 year ago

  • Macaulay Culkin cast in Fallout Season 2

    Macaulay Culkin cast in Fallout Season 2

    We can’t wait to see this Macaulay Culkin’s latest acting gig has been revealed as the former child-star is set to appear in the second series of Fallout on Prime Video. The 44-year-old’s acclaimed performance on American Horror Story reignited his career and he has now bagged himself a recurring role on the Prime Video […]

    1 year ago

  • Police release update as three people arrested in connection to Liam Payne’s death

    Police release update as three people arrested in connection to Liam Payne’s death

    The singer sadly passed away in Buenos Aires last month Three people have been charged in connection with the death of Liam Payne. The former One Direction star died after falling from a third-floor balcony of the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires last month. Argentinian police have ruled out third party involvement in his […]

    1 year ago

  • Natwest, Nationwide, Lloyds, and First Direct are offering £735 to customers

    Natwest, Nationwide, Lloyds, and First Direct are offering £735 to customers

    There is nothing stopping you switching more than once Customers of Lloyds, Natwest, First Direct and Nationwide are being sent a share of £735 thanks to lucrative bank switching bonuses. The four banks are currently offering up to £200 each to lure customers to ditch their existing account and swap to them instead. Since there […]

    1 year ago

  • Roy Keane wants to ban Bonfire Night because ‘it scares all the dogs’

    Roy Keane wants to ban Bonfire Night because ‘it scares all the dogs’

    That’s not the only thing he’d like to ban Roy Keane said he wants to ban Bonfire Night because it scares all the dogs. Speaking on the latest The Overlap alongside Gary Neville, Jill Scott, Ian Wright and special guest David Moyes, Keane shared his views on the tradition. As they took their seats, Scott […]

    1 year ago

  • Coca-Cola Christmas truck tour is returning, here’s the full list of locations

    Coca-Cola Christmas truck tour is returning, here’s the full list of locations

    The World Needs More Santas Coca-Cola have announced the return of their famous Christmas Truck Tour across the country. The tour aims to spread the festive spirit and raise awareness for some societal issues and has become an iconic part of the holiday season for many Brits. The large red truck will travel across the […]

    1 year ago

  • Shoppers warned over advent calendar scams

    Shoppers warned over advent calendar scams

    The scams are becoming more common Shoppers are being warned to watch out for online scams as they seek a good deal on luxury advent calendars. In recent years, advent calendars have evolved beyond just offering a picture or a little chocolate behind each door. Now they offer everything from beauty products to luxury food […]

    1 year ago

  • Football fan dies after medical emergency in stands during Champions League clash

    Football fan dies after medical emergency in stands during Champions League clash

    The fan passed away on his way to hospital A Bayern Munich fan has tragically passed away following a medical emergency in the crowd during their Champions League win over Benfica. The individual required medical assistance just three minutes into the match at the Allianz Arena which took place on Wednesday evening. The man was […]

    1 year ago

  • Raygun retires from breakdancing after Olympic backlash

    Raygun retires from breakdancing after Olympic backlash

    She will no longer compete Australian breakdancer Raygun, whose real name is Rachael Gunn has announced she is retiring from competitive breakdancing following the backlash over her Paris Olympic performance. The University lecturer became an overnight sensation with her signature moves such as the kangaroo but lost all three of her round robin battles after […]

    1 year ago

  • Dog tragically killed by train after she was spooked by fireworks

    Dog tragically killed by train after she was spooked by fireworks

    The owner is calling for a change in the law A dog owner from Northumberland is urging caution after her dog became so spooked by fireworks it ran away and was later killed by a train. Michelle Kennedy and her family were left distraught after her dad, Michael, took her two Bearded Collies for a […]

    1 year ago

  • Ariana Grande uses her real name in the Wicked credits

    Ariana Grande uses her real name in the Wicked credits

    She’s thinking of her younger self It’s just weeks until the highly anticipated Wicked film will hit cinemas across the globe. The promotion and marketing around the film, based off the Stephen Schwartz stage musical and book by Gregory Maguire, has added to the excitement and anticipation of the movie which has been in the […]

    1 year ago

  • Huge change to Glastonbury ticket buying process leaves fans fuming

    Huge change to Glastonbury ticket buying process leaves fans fuming

    The news comes just days before the sale goes live Glastonbury have announced a big change in the ticket buying process this year just days before they are due to go on sale. Tickets for the iconic festival in 2025 are due to go on sale next Thursday November 14 when coach package options will […]

    1 year ago

  • Old Trafford redevelopment delayed as project hits stumbling block

    Old Trafford redevelopment delayed as project hits stumbling block

    The decision was due at the end of 2024 Manchester United’s Old Trafford redevelopment plan has hit a major stumbling block as a final decision on whether to demolish the stadium has been postponed. United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe had been in favour of knocking down Old Trafford to build a modern £2billion, 100,000-seater ‘Wembley […]

    1 year ago

  • Premier League club linked with shock move for Real Madrid star Endrick

    Premier League club linked with shock move for Real Madrid star Endrick

    This could be huge Real Madrid youngster Endrick has been linked with a shock move to the Premier League. It was confirmed that the 18-year-old was joining the La Liga club back in December 2022 from Brazilian club Palmeiras for a reported fee of €60 million. The Brazilian officially joined this summer and made his […]

    1 year ago

  • UK forecast reveals where and when the first snowfall this winter will occur

    UK forecast reveals where and when the first snowfall this winter will occur

    Temperatures have dropped in recent days UK snow forecast maps have highlighted two areas that could be hit by snow before the end of the month. The temperature has plummeted across the country in recent days, as predicted by the Met Office, and temperatures are now enroute to the seasonal average. Single-figure lows have become […]

    1 year ago

  • Edu leaves role at Arsenal to join Premier League rivals

    Edu leaves role at Arsenal to join Premier League rivals

    He was an ally for Arteta Arsenal have suffered a huge blow after it was revealed sporting director Edu is set to leave the Gunners to join Premier League rivals. The Brazilian used to play for Arsenal back in 2001-05 and rejoined as technical director in 2019, stepping up to sporting director in November 2022. […]

    1 year ago

  • James Corden hints fan-favourite character may die in Gavin and Stacey finale

    James Corden hints fan-favourite character may die in Gavin and Stacey finale

    Get the tissues ready! James Corden has revealed the final episode of Gavin and Stacey, set to air at Christmas, will be ‘hard to watch’. Joanna Page and Mathew Horne who play the title characters are set to reunite with Corden, Ruth Jones, Melanie Walters, Larry Lamb, Rob Brydon and Alison Steadman for the final […]

    1 year ago

  • Highest rated film of all time is on TV tonight

    Highest rated film of all time is on TV tonight

    Tonight’s entertainment sorted! A film which was once voted as the best film of all time is on TV tonight. In a poll on X back in 2021, the top four rated films of IMDb were pitted against each other. These were The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight […]

    1 year ago

  • Fans think The Simpsons predicted outcome of this year’s US election 20 years ago

    Fans think The Simpsons predicted outcome of this year’s US election 20 years ago

    Have they done it again? The Simpsons is well known for supposedly predicting the future as several of its scenes have played out in real life during its 35 years on screen. Some fans believe they predicted the Siegfried and Roy tiger attack, Lady Gaga’s Super Bowl halftime show and the horse meat scandal, to […]

    1 year ago

  • Greggs festive bake is back in stores on Thursday

    Greggs festive bake is back in stores on Thursday

    This has got us in the Christmas spirit already! Greggs has revealed their festive bake is set to return to stores on Thursday. The bakery giant teamed up with culinary icon Nigella Lawson as they announced the return of its Christmas menu in their first ever Christmas advert. The playful ad sees Lawson appearing to […]

    1 year ago

  • Joshua Zirkzee angers United fans with ‘shameless’ post after Chelsea draw

    Joshua Zirkzee angers United fans with ‘shameless’ post after Chelsea draw

    Fans were not happy Manchester United fans have slammed Joshua Zirkzee for his social media post following the his side’s 1-1 draw with Chelsea. Ruud van Nistelrooy’s side took the lead in the 70th minute through a Bruno Fernandes penalty before Moises Caicedo levelled just four minutes later. Van Nistelrooy brought on Zirkzee for Rasmus […]

    1 year ago

  • Arsenal suffer huge blow as sporting director makes shock exit

    Arsenal suffer huge blow as sporting director makes shock exit

    He was an ally for Arteta Arsenal have suffered a huge blow after it was revealed sporting director Edu is set to leave the Gunners. The Brazilian used to play for Arsenal back in 2001-05 and rejoined as technical director in 2019, stepping up to sporting director in November 2022. As a player, he was […]

    1 year ago

  • Drivers could face paying up to £5,400 next year after car tax hikes

    Drivers could face paying up to £5,400 next year after car tax hikes

    Motorists will be impacted by the recent Budget Following the Budget last week, car drivers could face having to pay more than £5,000 a year as car tax is set to increase. Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, unveiled the first Labour Budget in 15 years as she stood in front of the despatch box […]

    1 year ago

  • Scottish comedian Janey Godley dies aged 63

    Scottish comedian Janey Godley dies aged 63

    She was surrounded by her family Scottish comedian Janey Godley has died in a hospice at the age of 63. Godley had been receiving treatment for ovarian cancer after she was forced to cancel her ‘Why Is She Still Here?’ tour. The 63-year-old found viral fame with her dubbed videos of Nicola Sturgeon’s Covid briefings […]

    1 year ago

  • Erik Ten Hag breaks silence after being sacked by Man United

    Erik Ten Hag breaks silence after being sacked by Man United

    ‘That dream has come to an end’ Erik ten Hag has spoken publicly for the first time since he was dismissed as manager of Manchester United. The 54-year-old was relieved of his duties on Monday following his side’s defeat to West Ham which left them 14th in the Premier League. During his two and a […]

    1 year ago

  • Science finally explains how Jesus performed one of his best known miracles

    Science finally explains how Jesus performed one of his best known miracles

    It’s an interesting study Scientists say they have discovered a possible explanation behind how Jesus performed one of his most famous miracles. The Bible talks of two instances where Jesus turned fishermen’s unsuccessful fishing attempts into massive hauls that fed their communities for weeks. The incident known as the ‘miraculous catch of fish’ occurred in […]

    1 year ago

  • UK city proposes banning cyclists from city centre

    UK city proposes banning cyclists from city centre

    The proposal has not been welcomed by campaigners Birmingham City Council is considering a ban on cycling in pedestrian-only parts of the city centre to protect people from what it calls ‘anti-social’ cycling. A report by Birmingham City Council’s regulation and community safety executives has raised concerns over couriers and food delivery bikes going through […]

    1 year ago

  • Furious note left out for trick or treaters sparks backlash online

    Furious note left out for trick or treaters sparks backlash online

    The internet was divided A furious note was left on a front door warning trick or treaters not to bother knocking on. The note which was spotted in Australia sparked a debate over whether Australians should celebrate Halloween or not. The note reads: “This is Australia not America. “F*** off with your Halloween s*** you little c***s.” […]

    1 year ago

  • Manchester United announce Ruben Amorim as new manager

    Manchester United announce Ruben Amorim as new manager

    It’s happening Reds! Manchester United have announced Ruben Amorim as their new manager. In a post on X the club confirmed Amorim as the head coach, after Erik ten Hag’s departure earlier this week. They said: “It’s done. Bem-vindo ao Manchester United, Ruben Amorim.” It's done. Bem-vindo ao Manchester United, Ruben Amorim 🇵🇹🤝🔴#MUFC — Manchester […]

    1 year ago

  • IKEA finally opens first standalone restaurant in UK

    IKEA finally opens first standalone restaurant in UK

    Brilliant news for meatball lovers Ikea has announced the opening of its first restaurant on the UK high street. Although the Swedish furniture retailer is known for its affordable flat-pack homewares and trustworthy designs, the brand’s in-store restaurant, which sells its iconic meatballs, has become the highlight of every Ikea trip for many. The first […]

    1 year ago

  • Quentin Tarantino refuses to watch the Dune movies

    Quentin Tarantino refuses to watch the Dune movies

    ‘I don’t need to see spice worms’ Quentin Tarantino has admitted he refuses to watch the Dune movies. In an interview with Bret Easton Ellis for his podcast, Tarantino said he was not a fan of Hollywood continuously rehashing stories that have already been into films and shows. He said: “I saw [David Lynch’s] Dune […]

    1 year ago

  • Hotel Chocolat launch hot chocolate advent calendar

    Hotel Chocolat launch hot chocolate advent calendar

    This sounds perfect! Hotel Chocolat have launched a hot chocolate advent calendar. The chocolatier’s sell-out Velvetiser Advent Calendar will return for 2024 and will feature two limited-edition flavours. The calendar includes a curation of 24 decadent drinking chocolates so you can countdown to Christmas in style with a cup of hot chocolate or cool, refreshing […]

    1 year ago

  • BBC Halloween show was so terrifying it was banned and never aired again

    BBC Halloween show was so terrifying it was banned and never aired again

    They received thousands of complaints A Halloween TV programme created for the BBC that left viewers horrified was cut and never rebroadcast. The one-time mockumentary Ghostwatch, which aired on Halloween in 1992 caused so much discomfort among viewers that the Broadcasting Standards Commission (BSC) described it as excessively distressing and graphic, saying it created “a […]

    1 year ago

  • Thousands of rare spiders the size of rats have biggest mating season on record

    Thousands of rare spiders the size of rats have biggest mating season on record

    Their population was revived over a 15-year period Ten years ago, thousands of rare spiders the size of rats were released across the UK following a 15-year long conservation project led by Chester Zoo. Now, the zoo has issued an update on their progress, announcing that there are now 10,000 breeding females that have just […]

    1 year ago

  • Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney announce huge new business venture

    Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney announce huge new business venture

    The last business venture worked out pretty well Wrexham AFC owners, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, have made another investment in the city as they become co-owners of a beer company. Wrexham Lager Beer Company Ltd have been brewing since 1882 and is the oldest lager brewery still in existence in Britain. It was the […]

    1 year ago

  • Manchester United agree deal to hire Ruben Amorim as new manager

    Manchester United agree deal to hire Ruben Amorim as new manager

    It’s happening Reds! Manchester United have reportedly reached an agreement with Sporting Lisbon over the hire of Ruben Amorim. According to The Athletic, Amorim is set to stay with Sporting for their next three games, including against Manchester City on Tuesday and Braga on November 10. It means his first game in charge of the […]

    1 year ago

  • Wayan Brothers to reunite for first time in 18 years to make Scary Movie 6

    Wayan Brothers to reunite for first time in 18 years to make Scary Movie 6

    They’re reuniting The Wayans Brothers are set to reunite for the first time in 18 years to develop Scary Movie 6. The reboot was announced at CinemaCon and has finally come together with the franchise’s architects reuniting for the first time in 18 years. A new original screenplay is being written and filming will begin […]

    1 year ago

  • Heston Blumenthal slammed for charging £450 for Christmas Dinner

    Heston Blumenthal slammed for charging £450 for Christmas Dinner

    It has increased again! The price of Heston Blumenthal’s Christmas Dinner at the Fat Duck in Bray, Berkshire has increased this year. Though it is sure to be a memorable experience, the ten-course meal comes at a high price, setting diners back £450! The TV chef has increased the price by £25 from last year […]

    1 year ago

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