Harry Potter stuntman reveals stunt that went very horribly wrong | Books | Entertainment
David Holmes (Image: from David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived/HBO) He was just 25 when he filmed the scene that would leave him paralysed. And while David Holmes initially retained some use of his arms, 15 years after the accident he can only use his left arm. Worse still, his injuries are degenerative and his […]
Keir Starmer must honour Brexit – or ‘risk alienating Donald Trump’ | Politics | News
Sir Keir Starmer has been urged to lean towards the United States rather than pursuing closer ties with the “socialist” European Union if the UK wants a long-awaited trade deal with Washington, a top advisor to Donald Trump has warned. An agreement has proved elusive throughout Joe Biden’s presidency, but some believe Trump’s thumping victory […]
Chinese zodiac: The ‘unluckiest’ animal sign according to astrology – November 17
The Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year, began on February 10 and has brought good luck to many animals in the Chinese Zodiac. However, each new day brings either good fortune or hardships – and one particular animal is due to suffer on Sunday, November 17. According to Astrology.com, animals such […]
Turkey v Wales: Nations League – live | Nations League
Key events Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Turkey – or Türkiye, to give them their Fifa-recognised name; the FAW haven’t pushed the button on Cymru yet – are much changed from the team sent out for the 0-0 draw in Cardiff back in early September. Merih Demiral, Kerem […]
Alex De Minaur helping girlfriend Katie Boulter lead GB to BJK Cup glory | Tennis | Sport
Katie Boulter has revealed a flying visit to see her boyfriend Alex de Minaur has given her renewed energy to lead Great Britain at the Billie Jean King Cup. But the British No.1 insisted she is happy to fly “under the radar” and let Emma Raducanu take all the headlines after she was praised by […]
As settlers expand their hold on the West Bank, Trump’s election gives them even more hope
Supporters of Israel’s decades-old settlement enterprise in the occupied Palestinian territories have been quick to welcome Donald Trump’s recent U.S. election victory and what they clearly expect will be a boon to their aim of formally annexing the West Bank. Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, himself a settler, was confident enough to put a date […]
Jamie Oliver’s chicken pie recipe is the perfect winter warmer – ready in 30 minutes
Nothing beats a hearty pie when it’s cold outside and all you want is to snuggle up on the sofa. With an array of flavours to choose from, discovering a new recipe is always exciting – though sticking to the traditional ones never disappoints. Chicken and mushroom pie is a quintessential dish during the frosty […]
Democratic leaders across US work to lead resistance against Trump’s agenda | Democrats
After the November elections ushered in a new era of unified Republican governance in Washington, Democratic leaders across the country are once again preparing to lead the resistance to Donald Trump’s second-term agenda. California’s governor, Gavin Newsom, said he would convene a special legislative session next month to “safeguard California values and fundamental rights”. Washington […]
‘I played with Gary Lineker – he left BBC Match of the Day for three reasons’ | Football | Sport
Gary Lineker had three reasons for leaving BBC Match of the Day at the end of the season, according to former team-mate and fellow broadcaster Alan Smith. Earlier this week, the Beeb dropped the bombshell news that Lineker would be walking away from their popular football programme next year. Lineker, who has presented MOTD for […]
Nineteen failed refugee claimants were sent back to Afghanistan last year, CBSA says
Canada’s border guards sent 19 Afghans who failed their refugee claims back to Afghanistan in 2023 — even as the federal government continued to denounce the human rights record of the Taliban regime that took power more than three years ago. The Canada Border Services Agency told CBC News that none of the Afghans who […]