Marcus Smith’s restoration to starting 15 for England’s trip to Cardiff on Saturday is the headline in Steve Borthwick’s selection but there are sub-plots everywhere. The head coach does not have a reputation as a gambler but he has put his chips on the table in a radical shake-up of his backline. Tommy Freeman, the […]
Nintendo Switch 2 leak confirms return of hugely popular feature | Gaming | Entertainment
The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct may be a few weeks away, but that hasn’t stopped eagle-eyed fans from spotting new details about the upcoming device. According to the latest leak, the Nintendo Switch 2 will bring back a popular feature from recent Nintendo console releases. Indeed, based on a new FCC filing, the Nintendo Switch […]
Europe’s incredible megaproject with £6bn tunnel to end traffic chaos | World | News
With a rich history and culture, a wide variety of sights and attractions, and fantastic shopping and dining options, the Belgian port city of Antwerp has emerged as one of the top European destinations for British tourists to visit. Home to impressive 16th century houses, a jaw-dropping Gothic Cathedral and so much jewellery it earned […]
‘I’m a neurologist – make simple diet changes to slash dementia risk’
A neurologist has revealed three diet changes we can all make now to lower our risk of developing dementia later in life. According to the expert, these “small steps” will make a “big difference”. Dementia is a syndrome characterised by a progressive decline in brain function. Most prevalent in people over the age of 65, […]
Jack Draper revels in ‘best match’ at Indian Wells after seeing off Taylor Fritz | Tennis
Jack Draper booked his place in the quarter-finals of the BNP Paribas Open with a straight-sets victory over third seed Taylor Fritz. Seven successive games from late in the first set turned the match in Draper’s favour before he navigated a late stumble to win 7-5, 6-4. Serve dominated the first 10 games, the British […]
Arsenal player ratings vs PSV: 5/10 flop torn apart by team-mates | Football | Sport
Arsenal secured their place in the Champions League quarter-finals despite being held to a 2-2 draw with PSV Eindhoven on Wednesday. Mikel Arteta made several changes to his side after storming to a 7-1 success in the Netherlands a week ago, resting William Saliba and Martin Odegaard. His decision to give his fringe players a […]
Elton John revealed the song he hates performing most: ‘Gotta sing that one again’ | Music | Entertainment
Most artists can probably think of a song or two that their fans seem to love but they themselves are tired of performing over and over again. The same rule applies for Sir Elton John, despite having many hits to choose from. In fact, he has admitted that there are songs that make him think […]
Gordon Ramsay says pasta will ‘melt’ and cook perfectly with this clever trick | UK | News
Pasta is quick and easy to make and for many households it is an absolute staple. But it can be annoying when pasta comes out over or undercooked and the texture is completely ruined. Fortunately, celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has shared two tricks to stop your pasta from sticking together. Gordon has been an expert […]
Green patio stains will disappear ‘for good’ by cleaning it with 55p item
The arrival of sunshine in the UK is casting a spotlight on grimy patios and paths, the remnants of a long, dreary winter. As thoughts turn to barbecues, outdoor dinner parties, or simply lounging in the garden with a good book, the sight of a green-tinged patio can be a mood dampener. Fortunately, experts have […]
Stamp duty deadline and economic gloom dampen UK housing market | Housing market
Momentum in the UK housing market slowed in February as confidence was dampened by a looming stamp duty deadline and concerns over stubbornly high interest rates and the world economic picture. Buyer demand fell to its weakest level since November 2023, with approximately 14% of property professionals reporting a fall in demand, according to the […]