Israeli strikes on northern Gaza have killed at least 22 people, mostly women and children, Palestinian officials said Sunday, with Israel saying it was targeting militants. The Israeli offensive in the hard-hit and isolated north is in its third week, aid groups are calling it a humanitarian catastrophe. In a separate development, a truck rammed into a […]
NHS says people need to take 2p ‘anti-dementia’ pill every day from to
The NHS has issued a health alert, advising the public to start taking a 2p pill daily from this month to boost their wellbeing and potentially stave off serious health issues including dementia. Taking to social media, the health service highlighted the importance of vitamin D supplements during the darker months, stating: “From October to […]
M. Butterfly review – Huang Ruo’s cross-cultural opera gets an enthralling UK premiere | Opera
If ever a play was crying out to be made into an opera, it’s David Henry Hwang’s M. Butterfly. The 1988 Tony award-winning drama explored the west’s infatuation with the idea of the Asian woman as submissive victim, in part inspired by Puccini’s 1904 weepie. Hwang, an Asian American, used it as a lens through […]
Darts world champion calls for rule change as current system a ‘no-no’ | Other | Sport
Darts world champion Gary Anderson has insisted that prize money won at European Tour events shouldn’t count towards the overall PDC order of merit. The Flying Scotsman cruised into the European Championship quarter-finals on Saturday as he dispatched Michael van Gerwen 10-4 in Dortmund after the Dutchman had called him a “part-timer”. Currently, the order […]
Tom Holland reveals next movie role was ‘phone call of a lifetime’ | Films | Entertainment
After it was recently confirmed that Tom Holland will star in Christopher Nolan’s upcoming film, the actor has opened up about the project for the first time. Tom will appear in the critically-acclaimed director’s follow-up to Oppenheimer alongside fellow Hollywood heavyweight Matt Damon. Speaking about how he felt when he was offered the part, Tom […]
Elon Musk makes major U-turn on ‘pointless’ ultra-cheap EVs | World | News
Elon Musk has announced that Tesla has axed development of its ultra-affordable model as the popular electric vehicle startup shifts its focus toward more innovative models. The announcement comes after the company unveiled the Robotaxi, a sleek coupe with full autonomy, which is expected to be launched in 2027. On the company’s third-quarter earnings call, Tesla […]
How to stop condensation forming on your windows with budget £2 hack
As the UK braces for chillier evenings with temperatures on a downward slide, many folks are grappling with the nuisance of condensation in their dwellings. The phenomenon of condensation arises when warm air slams into cooler surfaces or when your home’s humidity levels are too high. This humid, warm air, upon striking a chilly surface, […]
Real Madrid investigate alleged racist insults directed at Barcelona players | Football
Real Madrid have launched an investigation into racist insults allegedly directed at players during Saturday’s 4-0 home loss to Barcelona in La Liga, they said on Sunday. Spanish media reported that the 17-year-old Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal, who is of Equatorial Guinean and Moroccan heritage, was targeted with xenophobic and racist abuse at the Bernabéu. […]
Gary Lineker goes on ‘ridiculous’ Match of the Day rant as Alan Shearer left laughing | Football | Sport
Alan Shearer couldn’t help but laugh when Gary Lineker launched into a passionate rant while discussing Brentford’s win over Ipswich Town on Match of the Day. The Bees staged a comeback to secure a dramatic 4-3 victory after falling behind in the first half. Sam Szmodics and George Hirst gave Ipswich an early lead before […]
Another Spanish city to stage huge protest as locals say ‘no more tour | World | News
Protests are planned in San Sebastian today and in Seville in November as mounting frustration about overtourism grows across Spain. San Sebastian residents will march under the banner “We are in danger; degrow tourism!”, following in the footsteps of the Canary Islands where thousands took to the streets last Sunday. As part of “October against […]