IRELAND U21 battle it out with Germany’s youngsters for a chance to go top and move closer to qualifying for their first European Championships. The hosts have yet to reach a previous edition of the tournament, but could overtake the leaders with a victory to put them in the sole automatic Euro 2019 qualification spot.
POPSTAR Lee Ryan followed Blue bandmate Duncan James’ lead by swapping singing for soap acting. He returned to EastEnders for a love triangle storyline with ex-fiancée Whitney Carter and Halfway but after quitting Walford for good he’s now heading to the glitz and glamour of Strictly Come Dancing. Who is Lee Ryan? Lee Ryan was born in […]
STOMACH-churning images show more than 100 dolphins and whales being slaughtered during a traditional hunt in the Faroe Islands today. The water of the coast of Hvalvik was soaked as whalers took part in a massacre which dates back to the 13th Century. Around 800 long-finned pilot whales and white-sided dolphins are killed in the […]
IRELAND’S Under-21 stars are looking to continue their impressive qualifying campaign having matched Germany every step of the way so far. The Germans are European champions but could drop into the qualifying play-offs should the Irish emerge victorious in Dublin tonight. When does Ireland U21 vs Germany U21 kick off? This match will take place […]
CHRISTMAS is still over three months away, but that hasn’t stopped retailer Wilko getting in the spirit with some festive fudge. An eagle-eyed shopper spotted that the chain has started selling minced pie-flavoured fudge. Instagram user NewFoodsUk spotted the fudge in the Wilko store in Lichfield. It’s not available to buy online, but the chain has […]
FROM Fionn and Emma to Aileen and Hector… Brits are becoming accustomed to UK storms being given names like they are in the US. As Tropical Storm Florence threatens to bring havoc in the UK, this is how it all works. Why are some UK storms given names? The naming of storms has long been […]
A host of celebs helped support the 14th BGC Annual Charity Day today in London, which helps remember the people that died in the 9/11 attack 17 years ago. Holly Willoughby, Nicole Sherzinger and Claudia Winkleman all picked up the telephone to help raise money for the famous charity day. Holly Willoughby, 37, looked chic in […]
MOTO2 star Romani Fenati has QUIT racing after hitting the headlines for grabbing rival Stefano Manzi’s bike at 125mph during the San Marino Grand Prix. The disgraced 22-year-old was subsequently disqualified from the event, where he was given an immediate two-race suspension. But in the wake of the incredible incident, the Italian has had his […]
NICOLAS OTAMENDI is another senior member of Argentina’s disappointing World Cup squad to be axed from his new interim boss’ plans. Lionel Scaloni has also omitted his fellow Manchester City star Sergio Aguero along with Gonzalo Higuain, Paris Saint-Germain’s Angel Di Maria and even Lionel Messi. Why is Nicolas Otamendi not playing for Argentina? Otamendi […]
AMANDA Holden and Alesha Dixon reunited today for their make-up artist’s wedding in Formentera. The Britain’s Got Talent judges stripped to their swimwear for a boozy lunch in the sunshine, to celebrate pal Francesca Neill’s big day. Amanda shared two funny snaps of the trio to her Instagram page, as they sipped a few drinks […]
APPLE’S current smartphones are practically ancient history in gadget terms – true tech fans are looking forward to Wednesday’s rumoured iPhone 9 launch. In preparation for the big day, here’s an easy guide to all the latest news, rumours and leaks about the iPhone 9 release date, price, specs, features and more. iPhone X 2018 […]
WANT a cheap new smartphone? Apple’s rumoured (and supposedly budget-friendly) iPhone XC could be the answer. Here’s a quick guide on what to expect from Apple at its big Wednesday launch event, focusing on all the iPhone XC release date, specs, features and price rumours so far. iPhone XC – what is it? For months, […]
IN true celebrity style, the fash pack have been out in full force to celebrate day six of New York Fashion Week. From standout SS19 style trends to the must-see shows, here’s everything you need to know about the sixth day of the bi-annual fashion affair. Models With some of the fashion industry’s greatest heavyweights […]
BRITAIN’S Got Talent’s Connie Talbot has revealed she is leaving school to focus on her music career. The 17-year-old shot to fame on the talent show back in 2007 when she was seven-years-old, and got to the final. Since then she has kept making music, and now she has decided this is what she wants […]
A BBC star is embroiled in a race row after claiming Home Secretary Sajid Javid is a “sellout” because he’s a Conservative. Guz Khan, who has his own BBC Three series, said Mr Javid – the son of Pakistani immigrants – has “forgotten where he came from”. He sparked fury when he tweeted at the […]
PAYDAY loan giant Wonga has gone bust after a £10million emergency cash injection from shareholders failed to keep it afloat. So what does that mean for your debts? Will they be written off? Here’s our guide. Why has Wonga gone bust? In 2014, the firm brought in a new management team and wrote off £220million […]
A GREAT-grandmother has passed her driving test at the age of 75, having started her lessons over 50 years ago. June Evans from Great Barr, Birmingham, received her licence last week following four attempts at the practical exam. The retired hairdresser first got behind the wheel at 24, but only took a few lessons before […]
SCOTLAND’s young stars are still in with a chance of qualifying for next summer’s Under-21 Euros. They travel to Holland one point behind a Dutch side who held group leaders England to a 0-0 draw last week and currently occupy the play-off spot. What time is kick-off? THIS Group 4 clash will be held on […]
SCOTLAND’S youngsters will look for victory over Holland, as they look to keep pressure on the top two of their U21 Euro 2019 qualifying group. England currently lead Group 4 in the sole automatic qualifying spot, while the Jong Oranje are a point ahead of the Tartan Army with three games to go.
NORTHERN IRELAND are looking for a shock win away to Euro Under-21 finalists Spain as they aim to pip Iceland and Slovakia to a play-off place. The young Spaniards have been superb so far, bagging seven victories and already booking their place in the tournament next summer. What time is kick-off? THIS Euro qualifier will […]
NORTHERN IRELAND’S youngsters are in need of victory over the Spain’s kids as they continue their bid to reach the Under-21 Euro 2019 tournament. The young La Roja side are already through to next year’s showpiece, meaning only a possible play-off spot is available – and the visitors sit behind Slovakia and Iceland for that […]
PASHA Kovalev is one of Strictly Come Dancing’s most popular professional dancers – but went out early in the 2017 series along with partner Chizzy Akudolu. This year, he’s partnered with singer and presenter Ashley Roberts. Here’s the lowdown on him… Who is Pasha Kovalev, how old is he and what is his background? Pasha Kovalev is […]
MELBOURNE CUP favourite Withhold is not guaranteed a run in the race after the weights for the Group 1 were released. The Roger Charlton-trained five-year-old is 58th in the order of entry for the A$7,300,000 feature and is currently due to carry 53kg (8st 5lb). The maximum field for the Melbourne Cup, which will be […]
STRICTLY Come Dancing has signed up a brand new batch of professional dancers – and that includes Graziano Di Prima. But just who is he? And what has he said about joining the show? Here’s the lowdown… Who is Graziano Di Prima? The Sicilian-born professional dancer, 24, is an Italian Latin Champion. He represented Belgium at […]
GORKA Marquez joined Strictly Come Dancing’s team of professional dancers in 2016 and the 2017 series. Now, he’s back for the 2018 installment and is partnered with model, campaigner and presenter Katie Piper. But who exactly is the Spanish hunk who is now dating Gemma Atkinson? Who is Gorka Marquez, how old is he […]