Pub sales will soar on October 31 in no-deal Brexit, says Wetherspoon boss
JD Wetherspoon boss Tim Martin has said partying pub-goers will send bar sales soaring on October 31 if the UK leaves the EU – with or without a deal.
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Don McLean hits out at claims his partner is a ‘gold digger’
Don McLean has hit out at claims his partner is a “gold digger” and denied he is “squandering my fortune”.
Julian Fellowes: I was not fashionable in the UK as I was not left wing
Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes says he has been considered unfashionable in the UK because he is not left wing.
Radio station CCTV scoured in the mystery of the missing pies
When his posh pies went missing from a radio station fridge a presenter emailed colleagues to find out who had taken them, then contacted the HR department for help, another DJ has said.
Alex Kingston defends Meghan: Nothing can prepare you for life as a royal
Ex-Doctor Who star Alex Kingston has defended the Duchess of Sussex – suggesting she is a victim of tall poppy syndrome.
Boy George biopic may not star LGBTQ actor in lead role, director says
The upcoming Boy George biopic may not feature an LGBTQ actor in the lead role, the film’s director has said.
Selection process ‘well under way’ after whip removed from Ken Clarke
The selection process for the new Conservative candidate for Rushcliffe is “well under way” after the whip was removed from Ken Clarke.
Hundreds arrested for being drunk on planes or at airports in just two years
More than 400 airline passengers have been arrested on suspicion of being drunk in the past two years, an investigation has found.
Ken Clarke ‘disgraceful’ for considering voting against Government
The Conservative chairman in Ken Clarke’s constituency has branded the MP “disgraceful” after suggesting he would defy the Government to prevent a no-deal Brexit.
Every school to receive backing on relationships teaching – Gavin Williamson
Every single school will get support on teaching relationships education as pupils prepare to return to classrooms for the new term, the Education Secretary has said.
Mark Ronson lands a new gig at CBeebies HQ
Mark Ronson has signed up for a new gig – reading a CBeebies Bedtime Story.
Cat swallowed metal clip in race to scoff favourite treat
A cat who swallowed a metal clip while stealing his favourite treat has made a full recovery after life-saving surgery.
William and Kate officially remove Harry and Meghan from charity’s title
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s charity has been officially renamed, removing the Duke and Duchess of Sussex from the title.
Crime chief urges automatic jail time for criminals who attack police officers
Criminals who attack police officers should go to jail, “no ifs, no buts”, a crime chief has said as she called for tougher sentences on perpetrators.
Daisy Ridley says she may get a puppy to cope with life after Star Wars
Daisy Ridley said she might get a puppy to help her cope with life after Star Wars.
Fires in the Amazon rainforest: Why are they happening?
Raging fires in the Amazon rainforest – known as “the lungs of the planet” – have sparked global concerns.
Harry and Meghan’s new charity appoints media executive as first trustee
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have appointed an influential media executive as the first trustee of their Sussex Royal Foundation.
Growth in data and questions on quality ‘increasing researcher workload’
An abundance of data and a lack of confidence in the multitude of scientific research is adding to researcher workload and potentially impacting public confidence in science.
Thousands of rail passengers overcharged for not having valid ticket
Train companies have admitted overcharging thousands of passengers caught fare dodging.
Government criticised for spending £10m on Brexit advertising campaign
Ministers have been criticised for spending more than £10 million over eight months on an advertising campaign to help people and businesses prepare for Brexit.