Keeping your socks clean is one of life’s most annoying tasks. Even if you keep your home and your floors pretty clean, socks can still get dirty and aren’t always the easiest to restore. And that’s before you even consider tackling white socks that have gone grey or discoloured over time. Sure, it would be […]
Derbyshire people fight to save ruined manor that held Mary, Queen of Scots | Heritage
At various points in history it has been a prison for Mary, Queen of Scots, a battleground in the English civil war, and the site of one the country’s first flushing toilets. But despite its storied past, Wingfield Manor in Derbyshire has fallen into disrepair, and members of the public can no longer visit the […]
F1 LIVE: Verstappen rivals to ‘target’ star, Hamilton bold prediction made | F1 | Sport
Former F1 team boss Guenther Steiner has suggested the FIA were wrong to impose a swearing ban on drivers across motorsport. The ex-Haas team principal grew famous for his sweary rants on the Netflix docuseries ‘Drive to Survive’ and predictably, the Italian-Austrian doesn’t think the issue is big enough to justify a blanket ban. “I […]
Rod Stewart said little-known 1962 song is one of the best ever made | Music | Entertainment
Rod Stewart has always had a deep love for soul music. While best known for his raspy rock vocals and chart-topping hits like ‘Maggie May’ and ‘Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?’, the singer has long drawn inspiration from the greats of R&B and soul. Rod Stewart’s career has spanned more than five decades, but his […]
Charles gave brutal two-word response as he refused to answer question | Royal | News
The modern day Royal Family often shares a glimpse into their lives on social media or share insight into the daily activities in interviews. But an expert says it was once very different. According to royal photographer Arthur Edwards, The Firm used to be “very, very secretive”. This appeared to have started to change in […]
Vinyl is back thanks to legendary tech brand’s revival – just don’t look at the price
Vinyl records have seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years as music lovers old and young tire of the homogenous nature of streaming services and yearn once more for physical media. Buying an LP was and is a formative experience for budding music fans, though despite the growing interest in buying vinyl, prices have […]
Banish shoe odours overnight with an unlikely ingredient – no washing
Smelly football boots and trainers are a problem for anyone who plays sports regularly, and once that odour sets in, it can be nearly impossible to get rid of. The combination of sweat, damp conditions, and bacteria creates the perfect storm for bad smells, leaving many athletes – and parents – struggling to find a […]
Ukraine war live: Zelenskyy ‘fully committed’ to US talks in Saudi after Trump’s Russia comments | Ukraine
Opening summary: Zelenskyy ‘committed’ to talks ahead of Saudi meeting Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine is “fully committed” to having a constructive dialogue with US representatives in Saudi Arabia next week, even as Donald Trump said he found it “easier” to deal with Russia than with Ukraine in efforts to end the war. “Realistic proposals are […]
Antoine Dupont injury: France dealt blow as star may miss ‘nine months’ | Rugby | Sport
France star Antoine Dupont is reportedly facing up to nine months out on the sidelines after suffering a serious knee injury in the 42-27 win against Ireland at the Six Nations. Reports state an initial assessment of Dupont’s injured right leg found that the 28-year-old has ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), which would rule […]
Ukraine LIVE: Russian strikes ‘targeted rescue workers’ | World | News
US President Donald Trump has urged Russia and Ukraine to come to the negotiating table “before it’s too late”, in an apparent change of approach to dealing with the Kremlin. “I am strongly considering large scale Banking Sanctions, Sanctions, and Tariffs on Russia until a Cease Fire and FINAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT ON PEACE IS REACHED. […]