Air India plane crash survivor: 'I'm luckiest man alive'

The survivor of the Air India plane crash, which claimed the lives of 241 individuals onboard, has expressed conflicting emotions, stating that while he feels like the “luckiest man” alive, he is also enduring physical and mental suffering. Viswashkumar Ramesh managed to escape the wreckage of the London-bound flight in Ahmedabad, walking away from the… Continue reading Air India plane crash survivor: 'I'm luckiest man alive'

Sir Anthony Hopkins: I can't take credit for my success

11f0-8056-e44dad162681.jpg.webp” loading=”lazy” alt=”Shutterstock Sir Nicholas Winton, forced to leave school, seated in glasses and grey suit, working at a table topped with documents”>Shutterstock Sir Anthony played Sir Nicholas Winton in the film One Life, about the man who saved hundreds of children from the Nazis He tells me he hates that we are living in… Continue reading Sir Anthony Hopkins: I can't take credit for my success

Why brushing teeth twice a day is not always best and other myths busted

When it comes to keeping our teeth healthy, many of us think we know the basics – a good brush morning and night, a sprinkle of mouthwash, and maybe a quick rinse with water. However, dental experts warn that even the most vigilant brushers may be making mistakes that could be undermining their efforts. Dr.… Continue reading Why brushing teeth twice a day is not always best and other myths busted

Vue cinema boss: I don't see streaming as the competition

Tim Richards, the founder and chief executive of Vue International, recently expressed that he does not perceive streaming services and home entertainment as competitors to traditional cinema. During a conversation on the BBC’s Big Boss Interview podcast, Richards mentioned how film studios attempted to bypass cinemas during the pandemic, resulting in significant financial losses amounting… Continue reading Vue cinema boss: I don't see streaming as the competition

Prankster Daniel Jarvis charged over joining Australia rugby line-up

A man who decided to pull a prank during a rugby league game between Australia and England has found himself in trouble with the law. Daniel Jarvis, an internet prankster from Kent, was captured on live BBC TV coverage standing at the end of Australia’s line-up during the national anthems before the game in Liverpool.… Continue reading Prankster Daniel Jarvis charged over joining Australia rugby line-up

Experian: Credit scores to include rental payments for first time

Experian, one of the UK’s main credit agencies, has announced changes to its scoring system that will now include rental payments in credit scores. This overhaul aims to reflect more everyday financial behaviors that matter, such as paying rent or reducing overdraft use. The maximum credit score under the new system will increase from 999… Continue reading Experian: Credit scores to include rental payments for first time

Newspaper headlines: 'Train stab horror' and 'Devil not going to win'

The recent stabbing attack on a train from Doncaster to London has dominated the front pages of most newspapers. The attacker, who stabbed 11 people, was described as stabbing “anyone he could” before being Tasered by police officers. Witnesses recount the harrowing experience, stating that the suspect shouted “the devil won’t win” during the rampage.… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Train stab horror' and 'Devil not going to win'

Firms ordered to reduce forever chemicals in drinking water for 6m people

A recent investigation by the BBC has uncovered that water companies have been instructed to address potentially harmful levels of persistent forever chemicals in the drinking water sources serving over six million individuals. These forever chemicals, known as PFAS, consist of numerous substances commonly found in everyday products. Despite being persistent pollutants that accumulate in… Continue reading Firms ordered to reduce forever chemicals in drinking water for 6m people

Warning over dangerous high street baby scans

A warning has been issued by the Society of Radiographers (SoR) regarding the dangers posed by private baby scan clinics on expectant mothers. The SoR has raised concerns about some high-street clinics allowing unqualified non-specialists to perform baby scans, resulting in incorrect diagnoses of serious health conditions and hazardous advice being given to pregnant women.… Continue reading Warning over dangerous high street baby scans

Rogiet: Nine-month-old baby killed in dog attack

In a tragic incident in south-east Wales, a nine-month-old baby has lost their life in a dog attack, as reported by Gwent Police. Authorities and medical personnel responded to a residence on Crossway in Rogiet, Monmouthshire, around 6:00 PM GMT on Sunday. The dog involved in the attack was taken into custody and removed from… Continue reading Rogiet: Nine-month-old baby killed in dog attack