An Online Safety Bill Is Coming to the UK—But It’s Not Enough
The long-awaited bill is set to pass next year, but its many limitations make it ineffective. It might even set a dangerous precedent for free speech.Continue Reading
2022-12-27
Co Tyrone crash victims named as police continue investigations
Updated 7.30pm Three people killed on St Stephen’s Day in a tragic road traffic accident in Co Tyrone have been named. Patrick Rogers (20s) and Jennifer Acheson (80s) were the drivers of two vehicles that collided on the Cookstown to Dungannon Road on Monday. Mr Rogers’ mother-in-law, Mary Duffy, wasContinue Reading
2022-12-27
Cluster headache may be more common in men, but it’s worse for women – new research
Our study found that women were more likely to suffer from daily headache attacks compared to men. fizkes/ Shutterstock Cluster headache may be one of the most painful conditions out there and it’s a neurological condition which affects around one in 1,000 people worldwide. The condition causes recurrent attacks ofContinue Reading
2022-12-27
Betting on female jockeys can bring greater rewards – but it’s not all good news
Rachael Blackmore is among the top jockeys in the UK PA Images / Alamy Stock Photo The bookmaker (nearly) always wins, as the adage goes. But if you want to tip the balance in your favour, look to female riders. Gamblers’ biases have created a situation where punters can makeContinue Reading
2022-12-27
PDC Darts World Championship 2022/23: Schedule of play, start times, results, fixtures
THE PDC Darts World Championship is rolling on at pace at Ally Pally. Peter Wright won the trophy last time out, and he’ll be looking to retain his title in the huge tournament over Christmas and New Year. 3 Peter Wright celebrates his second Worlds trophy wife JoanneCredit: Getty PDCContinue Reading
2022-12-27
Idris Elba shares image of his return as John Luther for 2023 film
The British star, 50, shared a picture online of his character, who will return next year in Luther: The Fallen Sun. Dermot Crowley is also set to reprise his role as detective Martin Schenk, while Cynthia Erivo and Andy Serkis are joining the cast. Captioning the image, previously shared byContinue Reading
2022-12-26
Harrowing vids show lines of coffins & body bag queues amid China’s Covid ‘mega-tsunami’ as 5,000 die a day
HARROWING images from China show long lines of coffins and body bags being taken into crematoriums as the Covid “mega-tsunami” takes hold. The government has now stopped releasing official daily figures for infections and deaths, but it’s estimated at that least 5000 people are dying a day. Body bags beingContinue Reading
2022-12-26
Mark Applegarth ready to make coaching impact after being ‘bang average’ player
MARK Applegarth is ready to make a bang as a coach after being ‘bang average’ as a player. Wakefield’s new boss makes his debut at Leeds today after being promoted to replace Willie Poching. 3 Mark Applegarth leads Wakefield into his first games as head coach todayCredit: SWPIX.COM Ask himContinue Reading
2022-12-26
Ukraine war: Moscow and Kyiv are talking – just not about peace
Common ground: back-channel negotiations have succeeded in brokering deals including over grain exports. vchal via Shutterstock At the G20 summit in Bali in November, Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky announced a new ten-point plan to end hostilities. He demands nothing less than the withdrawal of Russian troops from all of Ukraine,Continue Reading
2022-12-25
Tom Parker’s widow offers comfort for anyone missing a loved one at Christmas
K elsey Parker has thanked everybody who supported her this year following the death of her husband Tom Parker as she urged those who are missing someone this Christmas to be “kind” to themselves. The Wanted singer died in March age 33 after being diagnosed with a brain tumour. OnContinue Reading
2022-12-25