T erry Hall, lead singer of The Specials, has died at the age of 63, the band has announced. The singer-songwriter rose to fame as part of the band, who were pioneers of the ska scene in the UK. A statement released the band’s official Twitter account on Monday said: “ItContinue Reading
The symptoms of a cold or flu in pets is very similar to those humans get. Javier Brosch/ Shutterstock With winter comes cold and flu season, making coughs and sneezes rife. But it isn’t just humans who get struck down by these seasonal illnesses – our pets can too. WhileContinue Reading
Can this dragonfly feel pain? Stefan Csontos/Shutterstock At least a trillion insects are killed annually for food and animal feed. Routine slaughter methods include extreme heat and cold, often preceded by starvation. By comparison, “only” around 79 billion mammals and bird livestock are slaughtered every year. Scholars have long recognisedContinue Reading
It has been a turbulent year in Russian-Kazakh relations. Russia’s oil rich neighbour, which straddles central Asia and eastern Europe, started the year by asking for Russia’s help in restoring stability after protests erupted in its major cities. But Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine has affected their relationship. The president,Continue Reading
Christmas isn't always the most wonderful time of the year Stock-Asso/Shutterstock Snowmen, tables groaning with food and families having a wonderful time together – these are the images that probably pop into your head when you think of Christmas. In reality, feelings of loneliness are amplified for many over Christmas.Continue Reading
FANS brutally joked that Georgina Rodriguez has been BANNED from celebrating Argentina’s World Cup win. The model, born in Buenos Aires, spent the winter tournament in Qatar supporting Portugal for her beloved Cristiano Ronaldo. 3 Georgina Rodriguez pictured during the World Cup 3 Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal were dumped outContinue Reading
THE WORLD CUP heads for North America in 2026 and a competition with a bit more ‘normality’ about it. And the outright betting suggests that normal service will continue, with the world’s top nations all among the favourites to win it. 1 USA, Mexico & Canada will host the 2026Continue Reading
In late 2020, a converted van appeared in central Glasgow. Inside were clean needles, sterilising equipment, mirrors, “sharps bins” for the disposal of syringes, and supplies of the overdose reversal drug naloxone. There were also boxes containing protein bars, tea, blankets and a defibrillator, as well as two chairs andContinue Reading
The body of Irish UN peacekeeping soldier Seán Rooney has been returned to his grieving family after being repatriated from Lebanon. A member of the Defence Forces, Private Rooney, from Newtowncunningham, Co Donegal, was killed on active service when his convoy came under attack in Lebanon last week. The 23-year-old’sContinue Reading
P icture it: an island in the middle of the Greek ocean. As a boat approaches the dock, some of the world’s richest and most influential people step off, bags in hand and ready to have a good time. The stage is set for the party of a lifetime –Continue Reading
