NEWS of Ed Sheeran’s death has been greatly exaggerated by an Icelandic newspaper. News outlet Morgunbladid printed the 26-year-old Brit’s picture next to an obituary for an 82-year-old mechanic who worked for Swedish car giant Volvo. The mistake likely came as a shock to the ginger crooner’s legion of fans in the music-loving Nordic nation. […]
GRAB a haggis because Burns Night – celebrating the work of poet Robert Burns – is upon us. The supper and address is held on January 25. But what actually is a haggis and what happens at the event? What exactly is a haggis? A haggis is a Scottish dish traditionally made from the heart, […]
JOHN Worboys was jailed in 2009 after being found guilty of 19 offences against 12 women – but cops fear he could have had as many as 200 victims. Despite a major outcry the monster is set to be freed from prison eight years later. Here’s the story of Worboys crimes and why he is […]
A BRIT has died while on holiday on the island of Lanzarote after drowning. The OAP was on the white-sand beach of Playa Flamingo in the south of the island when the tragedy unfolded at 2pm today. A spokesman for a local council-operated emergency services coordinator said: “We received an alert a man suffering cardiac […]
NEW VICTIMS of sex predator John Worboys came forward with explosive allegations about the black cab rapist. Lawyers revealed they were submitting a “dossier of cases” to police and the Crown Prosecution Service as part of a last-ditch bid to keep the attacker behind bars. Harriet Wistrich, solicitor at Birnberg Peirce, said: “The women that […]
BURNS Night is here! But how do Scots mark the occasion and how is it celebrated? Here’s the lowdown. What is Burns Night, what happens and how is it celebrated in Scotland? Every year the life and work of poet Robert Burns is celebrated around the globe at the end of January. The tradition began after […]
ROBERT Burns is known worldwide as Scotland’s most famous poet, and people continue to celebrate his life and works today. But what did he write and why do people celebrate Burns Night? Here’s the story of the famous Mr Burns… Who was Robert Burns and when did he die? Also known as Rabbie Burns, the […]
ROBERT Burns’ poem Auld Lang Syne will always be linked with New Year’s. Singing the song around midnight has become a much-loved tradition in Scotland and is an important part of Hogmanay celebrations. Pictures of people with their arms crossed, holding hands while singing the words before midnight have become a stereotypical image of ringing […]
On Wednesday night, Borussia Dortmund reportedly rejected a second Arsenal bid for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, but the Gunners are refusing to put all their eggs in one basket this month. While negotiations with the German side will continue, there is a new player on Arsène Wenger’s radar: Corinthians’ 20-year-old midfielder Maycon. Our friends over at Football […]
THIS is dramatic moment Donald Trump swoops into Davos in a squadron of seven choppers to meet with the world’s leaders and elite business kingpins. Landing in the heavily guarded spot in the Swiss Alps, the maverick leader stepped out of “Marine One”. Trump’s helicopter was part of large group – so potential attackers can […]
WORLD WRESTLING ENTERTAINMENT owner Vince McMahon has announced that he is relaunching the XFL. WWE announced this morning that the 72-year-old was set to make “a major sports announcement” tonight. And the wrestling tycoon confirmed the news that he is attempting to start another professional football league in time for 2020. McMahon launched XFL as […]
EACH and every year our clocks go forward by an hour in March and fall back an hour in October as British Summer Time (BST) starts and finishes. The changes allow for longer daylight hours in the summer and a whole hour extra in bed when autumn arrives. But what’s the reason for the switches? […]
TWICE every year Britain’s clocks change by one hour with people either gaining or losing an hour of shut-eye. In 2018 the clocks will go forward into British Summer Time (BST) on March 25. Here’s what the change is all about… Have I gained or lost an hour of sleep? When the clocks go forward in March […]
GEMMA Collins and Chloe Sims were left in hysterics today after finding an old episode of Towie in TV. The two women have been on the show since series two in 2011, and Gemma found it hilarious when she came across an old episode on television. Filming it from her living room, the 36-year-old couldn’t […]
EVERY year we set our clocks an hour forward in March and then set them back again in October as British Summer Time (BST) begins and ends. Even though everyone tries to remember to set their alarms correctly, it always catches a few people out. So here’s a handy guide to help you remember. When […]
EASTENDERS viewers were left in hysterics tonight when Mick Carter managed to save the Queen Vic – but not before some chaos with his dog Lady Di. The pub landlord and his family faced having to leave their beloved home in a matter of hours after struggling to come up with the money to keep […]
THERE are some dates you never want to forget, because it’s really just not worth the hassle. Your anniversary is one and Mother’s Day is another so, if you’re in the United States or much of Europe, don’t forget that it’s happening this year on May 13. When is Mother’s Day 2018? In the United States […]
THE EuroMillions draw is arguably the most eagerly awaited in the whole of Europe, with massive rollover jackpots capable of changing lives forever. Here’s everything you need to know about the lottery and just what your chances of winning are… What time is the EuroMillions draw? EuroMillions is an international lottery set up by Camelot […]
SOUTHAMPTON have announced the club-record signing of Guido Carrillo from Monaco for a fee of £19.1million. The 26-year-old striker has put pen to paper on a three-and-a-half year deal at St Mary’s until 2021, and has expressed his delight at reuniting with Saints boss Mauricio Pellegrino. #SaintCarrillo! ???? Welcome to #SaintsFC, @carrilloguido11! pic.twitter.com/WALO7qUXls — Southampton FC […]
XFL is making a return after ongoing speculation that the American football league was making a comeback following its failure in 2001. The owner, WWE legend Vince McMahon, made the huge announcement on a live stream on Thursday, January 25. What is XFL? The XFL was a professional American football league that was created by […]
LIVERPOOL will look to put shock defeat to Swansea behind them as they welcome West Brom to Anfield in the FA Cup fourth round. Jurgen Klopp’s side defeated Merseyside rivals Everton earlier this month to set up a home tie with Alan Pardew’s improving Baggies. CLAIM YOUR FREE £30 BET Check out this new sign up […]
RANDY Fowler is the older brother of Hollywood actor Kevin Spacey. The 62-year-old Rod Stewart impersonator made a series of sex abuse allegations against their dad Thomas Geoffrey Fowler. Who is Randall Fowler? Randall Fowler, who goes by the name Randy Flower, is a limo driver and impersonator from Boise, Idaho. He is the estranged older […]
JEREMY Kyle viewers were dumbstruck today after a brown-haired man demanded a DNA test to prove 19-month-old red head Mason wasn’t his because neither he or ex-girlfriend Chloe have ginger hair. It didn’t take them long to realise what dad Denon still hadn’t: Chloe dyes her hair black. He was convinced Chloe had cheated on […]
KEVIN Spacey was one of Hollywood’s most decorated actors – known for roles in acclaimed films such as The Usual Suspects and American Beauty as well as the Netflix series, House of Cards. But following allegations he sexually assaulted a 14-year-old boy – claims which prompted him to publicly come out as gay for the […]
KEVIN Spacey is one the world’s most recognised actors and has been the recent subject of allegations of sexual assault. The 58-year-old was stripped of an International Emmy Award and his acclaimed Netflix series House of Cards was axed following a deluge of worrying claims. Here’s what we know about him. Who is Kevin Spacey? […]
