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Morrissey fires management after Johnny Marr statement
Morrissey has announced that he has parted ways with his management team, shortly after his former bandmate Johnny Marr rubbished his claims about The Smiths trademark. Earlier this week, the controversial singer alleged that Marr had successfully applied for ownership of the band’s name “without any consultation” and without givingContinue Reading
Next warns of potential store closures following £30m equal pay ruling
Next has warned that it may have to close stores after losing a significant legal battle over equal pay, which could cost the retailer over £30 million. The FTSE 100 clothing and homewares chain announced in its half-year report that the ruling could affect the profitability of individual stores. LastContinue Reading
Common antidepressant ‘unexpectedly effective’ against aggressive brain tumours
A cheap and widely accessible antidepressant has been shown to be “unexpectedly effective” in treating aggressive brain tumours, scientists have found. The drug, named vortioxetine, costs around £40 and is usually prescribed for adults who have major depressive episodes. However, lab tests on cancer cells have shown it was effectiveContinue Reading
Sir Alex Ferguson admits ‘missing’ Man Utd management in rare BBC interview
Sir Alex Ferguson has revealed that he misses life in the dugout in a rare interview with the BBC. The Scot retired from football management at the end of the 2012/13 campaign after guiding Manchester United to their 13th Premier League title, 27 years after taking charge of the club.Continue Reading
Nigel Farage ‘gives up Reform UK ownership’ as Keir Starmer’s Sue Gray pay row deepens – UK politics live
Farage says there’s some truth in Trump’s claim Haitian migrants are eating pets Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email Nigel Farage has announced he is “relinquishing” hisContinue Reading
Government borrowing jumps in August ahead of upcoming Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a fresh headache ahead of her first Budget this autumn after official figures revealed Government borrowing jumped by more than expected last month. Borrowing rose to £13.7 billion last month, marking the third highest August on record, driven by higher spending on public services due toContinue Reading
Ancient Scandinavians likely used animal skin boats to hunt and trade 5,000 years ago, study finds
Scandinavians may have used boats made of animal skin for hunting and trading about 5,000 years ago, according to a study that sheds more light on Europe’s “marine-specialised” early culture. The Pitted Ware Culture (PWC), named after their characteristic pottery with deep pits, migrated from the East and settled inContinue Reading
Chester Bennington’s mother says she feels ‘betrayed’ by Linkin Park reunion
The mother of the late Linkin Park singer Chester Bennington has said she feels “betrayed” by the nu-metal band’s decision to reunite with a new vocalist without notifying her. Bennington died by suicide in 2017. Earlier this month, Linkin Park announced they are reuniting for a new album and tourContinue Reading
Archaeologists finally solve mystery behind oldest tombstone in US belonging to English knight
The oldest known tombstone in the US belonged to an English knight and likely came from Belgium, according to a new study that sheds more light on trade routes linked to colonial America. Archeologists have known the tombstone belonged to a knight and was set up in 1627 in Jamestown,Continue Reading
Anthony Joshua has identified big problem for Jake Paul against Mike Tyson
On the other hand, Paul has been carving out a name for himself in professional boxing, securing victories over ex-UFC champions such as Nate Diaz, Anderson Silva, Tyron Woodley, and Ben Askren. His sole defeat came from Tommy Fury via split decision in February last year. As Paul gears upContinue Reading