SCIENTISTS who first explored a notorious grotto nickname the “Midnight Terror Cave” were shocked to discover the skeletal remains of 118 human sacrifices. The cavern, located in central Belize, wa…
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UK spy chief says Kremlin does not appear to be engaged in preliminary steps despite Putin’s threats Russia-Ukraine war: latest updatesSee all our Ukraine coverage The head of GCHQ has said the UK spy agency has not seen any indicators that Russia is preparing to use a tactical nuclear weapon in or around Ukraine despite recent bellicose statements from Vladimir Putin. Jeremy Fleming, speaking on Tuesday morning, said it was one of GCHQ’s tasks to monitor whether the Kremlin was taking any of the preliminary steps needed before a tactical weapon was being made ready. Continue reading… UK spy chief…
Nancy Morel first noticed something was wrong with her skin back in 2015 Picture: Nancy Morel / SWNS A young woman with a skin condition that causes bruise like rashes all over her face is embracing her natural look and going make-up free. Nancy Morel, 19, first noticed something was wrong with her skin when she was shopping with her mum, Jackie, 50, in 2015. Her lips appeared swollen – as if she had been stung by an insect – and when she arrived at A&E at Milton Keynes University Hospital, Buckinghamshire, they suspected it was an allergic reaction to…
Matt is taking a break (Picture: NBC/NBCU Photobank) Friends legend Matt LeBlanc has revealed he has no plans to pick up acting work any time soon. The 55-year-old shot to fame in the 90s sitcom, where he played dimwitted but loveable actor, Joey Tribbiani. Following the show’s end in 2004, the actor went on to star in a spin-off series based on his character, we well as in Episodes. Outside of acting, the Charlie’s Angels star also presented Top Gear with Chris Evans, after original hosts Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond departed. Meanwhile, Matt’s Friend co-stars have also…
Alaina rents a teeny-tiny apartment in midtown New York (Picture: Adam Gray/SWNS) Welcome to What I Rent, our weekly series that takes you inside people’s rented homes. Last week we were in Reading, where Aziza and her husband pay £925 a month for their two-bedroom flat. This time around we’re across the pond in the US – in midtown New York, to be specific. Here, Alaina, who works at a fashion agency, rents a studio apartment that has just 80 sq ft of space. Alaina, 25, moved to the city last year for work, having previously lived in Los Angeles…
Mr Bower has been an outspoken critic of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Mr Bower has been an outspoken critic of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
How big will GTA 6 be? (pic: Rockstar Games) Fans using coordinate information from the GTA 6 leaks have worked out that the map is 1.5 times bigger than GTA 5 and perhaps much more. As big as the Grand Theft Auto 6 hacker leak was it didn’t seem to reveal much that wasn’t already known, especially given previous rumours had already talked about a Vice City setting and a Bonnie & Clyde style couple as the protagonists. There were a few new titbits of information, but the most interesting development was the creation of a fan-made map, pieced together…
Next instalment of grant for low-income families due this autumn Next instalment of grant for low-income families due this autumn
Huge moment! (Pictures: Instagram/Adam Woodyatt/BBC) It’s not everyday you bump into one of your old EastEnders co-stars by chance…but what about two of them?! That was the case for Ian Beale star Adam Woodyatt, who was in Ireland for the My Fair Lady production, in which he plays Alfred P Doolittle alongside Lesley Garrett and John Middleton, and it was in Ireland where he bumped into Todd Carty and John Altman! Theatre productions were the theme of this meet-up, as it turns out Todd and John are starring in a murder mystery play called The Mousetrap, by Agatha Christie. Posting…
Simba has four different models with big savings to be made (Picture: Amazon) You’ll never regret investing in a good night’s sleep – especially when you get a bargain in the process. Prime Day makes for the perfect opportunity to save on big purchases, and Simba’s offering sees savings of up to half. The brand is known for its Aerocoil springs, which are combined with Simbatex foam that avoids the dense sweatiness of other memory foam mattresses. With over 200,000 five-star ratings it’s the best reviewed mattress in Europe, and Simba’s mattresses have won multiple awards, including the Which? Best…
Festival’s design and execution ‘has been an unadulterated shambles,’ MP says Festival’s design and execution ‘has been an unadulterated shambles,’ MP says
Festival’s design and execution ‘has been an unadulterated shambles,’ MP says Festival’s design and execution ‘has been an unadulterated shambles,’ MP says
PARENTS are outraged after claiming their kids were kicked out of class for wearing trousers that were too skinny by ONE CENTIMETRE. Families have blasted the “crazy” rules after pupils were allege…
At least one person has reportedly been killed during a wave of attacks unleashed by Russian President Vladimir Putin. At least one person has reportedly been killed during a wave of attacks unleashed by Russian President Vladimir Putin.
WET and windy weather is on its way as thunderstorms and gales are set to batter Britain this week. Stormy weather is forecast for many after a cool and clear start to the week, bringing potential …
Latest updates: Deputy PM says she is not going to get into hypotheticals when challenged over potential spending cuts The number of working-age adults in Britain who are not in the jobs market because they are long-term sick has increased to a record high, official figures show. My colleague Richard Partington has the story here. The IFS report is not the only fresh blow to the credibility of the mini-budget around this morning. As my colleague Richard Partington reports, the Bank of England has stepped in with another emergency intervention in the markets in an attempt to stave off a…
Chef says there is a need ‘now more than ever’ to lower income and benefits threshold parents must meet The chef and food rights campaigner Jamie Oliver has said there is a need “now more than ever” for the number of children eligible for free school meals to be expanded. Speaking on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, Oliver said the benefits and income threshold that parents must meet for their children to be eligible for free school meals should be lowered. Continue reading… Chef says there is a need ‘now more than ever’ to lower income and benefits threshold parents…
Health secretary ‘not anticipating further changes’ in pay award Thérèse Coffey has said nurses will not get a higher pay offer, as they vote on strike action for the first time in decades. The Royal College of Nursing will ballot nurses this week, asking for a higher pay award as well as action to tackle pressures caused by surging vacancies. Continue reading… Health secretary ‘not anticipating further changes’ in pay awardThérèse Coffey has said nurses will not get a higher pay offer, as they vote on strike action for the first time in decades.The Royal College of Nursing will ballot…
Older people will receive a further discount on their energy bills this autumn Older people will receive a further discount on their energy bills this autumn
Older people will receive a further discount on their energy bills this autumn Older people will receive a further discount on their energy bills this autumn
The Government promised to publish a tobacco control plan “later this year” but the Guardian said ministers are expected to break the commitment. The Government promised to publish a tobacco control plan “later this year” but the Guardian said ministers are expected to break the commitment.
Jobless level is at lowest level since 1974 but pay growth still failing to keep pace with soaring inflation The number of working-age adults in Britain who are not in the jobs market because they are long-term sick has increased to a record high, official figures show, amid concerns over shortages of workers in the UK economy. The Office for National Statistics said unemployment in the UK fell to 3.5% in the three months to August from a previous level of 3.8%, dropping to the lowest level since February 1974. Continue reading… Jobless level is at lowest level since 1974…
Jamie Oliver was catapulted to fame at the age of 23, with series The Naked Chef in 1998. He went on to be the face of Sainsbury’s and lead a healthy eating movement with Jamie’s School Dinners in 2005 and won an MBE for his efforts. Jamie is married to wife Jools and the couple have four kids. Jamie Oliver was catapulted to fame at the age of 23, with series The Naked Chef in 1998. He went on to be the face of Sainsbury’s and lead a healthy eating movement with Jamie’s School Dinners in 2005 and won…
Supermarket price inflation at record high, adding £643 a year to average family’s grocery bill Households are turning to “wonky” vegetables and frozen food in an attempt to keep costs down as grocery prices soared by a record 13.9% last month. Inflation in supermarkets is at the highest level since at least 2008 when the market research group Kantar began collecting data, adding £643 a year to the average family’s grocery bill, which now exceeds £5,200. Continue reading… Supermarket price inflation at record high, adding £643 a year to average family’s grocery billHouseholds are turning to “wonky” vegetables and frozen…
Transform Trade charity says British-based companies are among main bringers of cases based on bilateral investment treaties UK companies operating overseas are afforded far greater legal protections than the citizens of the countries they invest in, leading to corporations getting away with human rights and climate change abuses, a report has found. The Transform Trade charity says the majority of UK bilateral investment treaties (BITs) contain no mention of climate change, the environment or human rights, meaning companies are not held accountable for violations. Continue reading… Transform Trade charity says British-based companies are among main bringers of cases based on…
