How Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne become TV's favourite parents

Ozzy Osbourne, the renowned lead singer of Black Sabbath, has been remembered by fans worldwide as a musical icon. However, for many, the 76-year-old’s passing also marked the loss of an early 2000s reality TV star. Alongside his wife Sharon and their two teenage children, Kelly and Jack, Ozzy starred in the groundbreaking MTV show… Continue reading How Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne become TV's favourite parents

Pensions: 'Why I'm one of millions of UK adults not paying in'

Mohaimon, a 29-year-old living in London, explains his decision not to pay into a pension by stating, “I am more worried about surviving day-to-day than worrying about the future.” Originally from Bangladesh, he works in the hospitality sector and prefers to save for a house deposit rather than retirement. Despite being auto-enrolled in a pension… Continue reading Pensions: 'Why I'm one of millions of UK adults not paying in'

Pubs and venues to be protected from noise complaints

Proposed changes to licensing rules will provide pubs and music venues with protection against noise complaints, in an effort to support these establishments and promote vibrancy in struggling town centres. Developers looking to build near venues will be required to soundproof buildings, and permissions will be expedited for new businesses or expanded outdoor areas in… Continue reading Pubs and venues to be protected from noise complaints

'Fantasist' promised music stars for festival that never happened

8f21e.jpg.webp” loading=”lazy” alt=”James Kenny enters Bauer Media’s World Head Quarters.”>James Kenny James Kenny exits Bauer Media’s World Headquarters after an attempt to sell them Monmouth Rising. He claims to have learned how to pitch from The Apprentice In summer last year, Mr Kenny went to Bauer Media to sell the festival, claiming he had learned… Continue reading 'Fantasist' promised music stars for festival that never happened

EE says latest outage fixed after 'technical fault'

EE worked through the night to address a technical issue that resulted in some customers being unable to make or receive calls. Over the past 24 hours, numerous individuals using the mobile provider reported service disruptions to the BBC. This comes after a previous incident earlier in the week where a technical problem affected both… Continue reading EE says latest outage fixed after 'technical fault'

Ray French: Rugby league legend and BBC commentator dies aged 85

Renowned rugby league personality Ray French, known for his extensive commentary work with the BBC over several years, has passed away at the age of 85. French, who transitioned from a successful playing career to become a prominent commentator, notably covered every Challenge Cup final for BBC TV from 1982 to 2008. His contributions to… Continue reading Ray French: Rugby league legend and BBC commentator dies aged 85

Maguiresbridge murders: Police issue fresh appeal for information

Police in County Fermanagh are seeking information regarding a silver Mercedes car in connection with the tragic murder of a mother and her two children. Vanessa Whyte, 45, along with her 13-year-old daughter Sara Rutledge and 14-year-old son James Rutledge, were shot at their residence in Maguiresbridge. Detectives are specifically interested in any sightings of… Continue reading Maguiresbridge murders: Police issue fresh appeal for information

Hundreds of protesters gather at asylum hotel in Norwich area

Hundreds of individuals gathered for a demonstration outside a hotel accommodating asylum seekers in Norfolk. The protestors arrived with St George’s flags, placards, and banners bearing messages such as “Stop the invasion.” According to BBC journalist Alex Dunlop, there were approximately 350 to 400 anti-immigration demonstrators and around 150 counter-protesters present, creating a situation that… Continue reading Hundreds of protesters gather at asylum hotel in Norwich area

Young people at Latitude explain how hard it is to get a job

Teenagers attending festivals like Latitude are feeling the pressure to find part-time jobs to earn their own money. Abi, a 16-year-old from Colchester, Essex, expressed her frustration at the difficulty of securing employment despite making over 50 job applications. She worries about her future job prospects, even with predicted top grades in her upcoming GCSE… Continue reading Young people at Latitude explain how hard it is to get a job