Russian parliamentary leader Vyacheslav Volodin has evoked the danger of a third world war on the 80th anniversary of the end of the siege of Leningrad. “Fascist ideology has become the norm for the leadership of NATO countries,” Volodin wrote on his T…
German foreign minister Baerbock holds Middle East talks in Jordan
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock and Jordanian Foreign Minister Aiman al-Safadi held talks as the war in Gaza rages on and amid fears of a widening regional crisis. Their working meeting, held in Amman on Saturday, centred on the humanitarian …
Seaside development linked to ‘Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland’ left empty for 16 years
By Owen Hughes A seaside development site with a famous literary connection left empty for 16 years is now up for sale. The property in Llandudno, Wales, was once home to Penmorfa – the famed residence of Alice Liddell, the supposed inspiration for Lew…
Gladiator star says the pressure of athletics ‘crippled him’ as he opens up about eating disorder
By Amy Sharpe Gladiators star Legend battled an eating disorder as he pursued his dream of competing in the Olympics. Matt Morsia revealed he was locked in a starvation and bingeing cycle as he vied for a spot at the 2012 London Games. The triple jumpe…
ITV The Masked Singer UK fans ‘rumble’ Maypole’s identity and it’s not Rita Ora
By Olivia Wheeler The Masked Singer UK fans are convinced they’ve rumbled Maypole’s identity and it’s not Rita Ora. The show returned earlier this month, with panellists Davina McCall, Jonathan Ross, Rita Ora and Mo Gilligan back again on Saturday nigh…
Britain’s Conservatives trail Labour by 16 points – Opinium poll
LONDON (Reuters) – The British opposition Labour Party’s lead over Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s ruling Conservative Party has increased from 14 to 16 points, according to an opinion poll published on Saturday. Ahead of a national election expected late…
Amazon To Introduce Ads To Prime Video, Potentially Generating Billions In Revenue
Beginning Monday, Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ: AMZN) will introduce ads on its Prime Video platform. What Happened: This strategic decision aims to bolster Amazon’s already substantial $38 billion advertising business, signaling a significant shift in the s…
Celebrity chefs flog ‘extortionate’ £150 mail-order dinners for Valentine’s Day that you cook yourself
By John Siddle & Cecilia Adamou Celeb chefs Rick Stein and Michel Roux Jr are flogging “extortionate” £150 mail-order dinners for Valentine’s Day that lovers have to cook themselves. Rick’s heat-and-eat meal of grilled scallops, steamed lobster and cho…
Mom and Dad’s Enduring Presence: Michael and Carole Middleton ‘Will Lend Support’ to Kate Middleton When She Arrives Home
Catherine, Princess of Wales, will likely be released from the hospital in the coming days after a “serious” abdominal surgery performed on January 16. In addition to her husband, Prince William, and three children, her parents, Michael and Carole Midd…
Mom and Dad’s Enduring Presence: Michael and Carole Middleton ‘Will Lend Support’ to Kate Middleton When She Arrives Home
Catherine, Princess of Wales, will likely be released from the hospital in the coming days after a “serious” abdominal surgery performed on January 16. In addition to her husband, Prince William, and three children, her parents, Michael and Carole Midd…