SUPER slimmer Darren ‘Dibsy’ McClintock went from fat boy to fit boy yesterday as he conquered the Great North Run. Dieting Dibsy, 28, joined 57,000 other runners on the start line after shedding a colossal 20st in the last 10 months. And he stormed the world’s biggest half marathon in an impressive 2hr 43min – […]
A TODDLER was rushed for a life-saving operation after an X-ray revealed a battery lodged in her throat. Surgeons said two-year-old Elsie-Rose Duffy was in a race against time because it had started burning. Mum Kirsty, 29, had taken her to hospital with severe stomach pains and the button battery was spotted stuck near the […]
IN years to come, St George’s Park will find a way to honour Gareth Southgate. A lecture theatre will be named ‘The Southgate Suite’ or the players will train on the hallowed ‘Gareth Grass’. The FA are good like that. Southgate’s vision is taking shape, with a steady supply of innovative, like-minded players coming through […]
TREASURE Island with Bear Grylls viewers were left disgusted tonight as Ben started drinking his own urine within hours. The double glazing salesman had his own strategy for saving drinking water after the Islanders were only provided with 24 hours supply of water. “Looks like p**s, smells like p**s, tastes like heaven,” he quipped, holding […]
MORE than half a million Brits are hooked on dangerously addictive painkillers, an inquiry has revealed. Five million a year — one in eight of the adult population — have taken prescription opioids, Public Health England researchers have found. They should be prescribed only for days or weeks because they can kill when misused. But […]
ENGLAND’S attacking stars can now break down even the most defensive of teams with Gareth Southgate’s preference of 4-3-3. In my previous column I spoke about how they are now getting their playmakers on the ball to unleash their lethal forwards in the right areas against defensive opposition. But one area they still need to […]
WITH one pound in every fiver being spent online, the phrase “add to basket” is becoming more and more familiar. It can be a great way to save but delivery costs can stack up if you are not careful. Here are my tips to help drive them down. Pay monthly: This can help trim your […]
IT is not just Premier League stars who have their eyes on Euro 2020. The Championship is awash with internationals away with their countries hoping to lead them into next summer’s tournament. Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland have the highest number of Championship players in their squads — but there are […]
WOMEN’S desire for sex does flop after tying the knot, research confirms. But men’s appetite for intimacy remains just as high after the honeymoon period is over, according to a study of more than 400 newlyweds. Experts warn this change in sexual compatibility is one of the key reasons for marital friction. U.S. researchers found […]
MOST parents have endured the embarrassment of their kids having a meal-time meltdown. But while the majority of youngsters grow out of the fussy-eating phase, for some it can mean something far more serious. Last week it was reported that a teenage boy was left deaf and blind after eating only chips, crisps, ham and […]
PEAKY Blinders’ Tommy Shelby is up to his neck in family woes and political agendas, yet he shows no signs of slowing down. There are just two more episodes of the season to go and every reason to get watching. Here is why you have to watch the fourth instalment. WARNING: This article contains spoilers […]
PEAKY Blinders has more twist and turns than a rollercoaster and episode four saw the Birmingham based family hit with another obstacle. Not only does Tommy Shelby have to play nice with Oswald Mosley but he is now working with the Chinese. Here are some of the questions hot on our lips… WARNING: This article […]
JAMIE Laing’s pals have begged Strictly Come Dancing bosses to give him another chance on next year’s series after he was forced to withdraw. The Made in Chelsea star was devastated to have to pull out of the 2019 series after injuring his foot during the group dance on the launch show. He has been […]
I JUST love Harry Kane’s confidence and self-belief when it comes to taking penalties. Of his 25 goals for England, eight have come from the spot. But even if 24 of his 25 goals were penalties, it does not matter one jot as a centre-forward. He is a single-minded and cold-blooded No 9 who has an […]
ALDI has brought back its sell-out cast iron cookware range – which is remarkably similar to Le Creuset’s expensive designs. The supermarket is bringing back its popular pots and pans, with prices starting from just £3.49. In comparison, luxury brand Le Creuset sells its cookware for triple figures. The budget store is selling a shallow […]
FAST-FOOD fans will either love or hate this new burger – as it is laced with Marmite. The 6oz beef patty is brushed with the famous spread and then covered in a smoked yeast and Parmesan-infused mayonnaise. Chefs serving the creation also squeeze on a helping of “Marmite and cheese on toast” flavour cheese sauce, […]
THE judging panel of ITV’s new singing competition has been revealed. Rita Ora, Davina McCall and Jonathan Ross will join Hollywood actor and comedian, Ken Jeong, who also appears on the panel of The Masked Singer in the US. The Masked Singer will hit screens in 2020 and is a brand new UK version of […]
THE GUNNERS are targeting three points at Watford as they look forward to the return of the Premier League. Unai Emery’s side have been boosted by the news that star striker Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang is set to sign a new deal, whilst there is a positive injury update on Rob Holding. Follow all the latest news […]
IT’S been a busy week for Manchester United – despite Ole’s men not being in action. The future of stopper David De Gea is once again unclear with the Spaniard set to reject a new deal, while legend Edwin Van Der Sar could be the new Director of Football at Old Trafford. Follow us here […]
CHELSEA are preparing for the return of the Premier League and a trip to face Wolves. Frank Lampard’s men are reportedly gearing up for a busy January transfer window despite their current ban. Follow ALL of the latest Blues news, updates and gossip below…