Rains trigger deadly landslide on Indonesia’s Sumatra island
Seven people have died in a landslide triggered by torrential rains in Indonesia’s Sumatra island, officials said, adding to the death toll from landslides in the region this week. Rescuers…
‘The General Election petition is a massive practical joke’ – Nigel Nelson
There is a sign up in our kitchen which reads: “Democracy is where any two idiots can outvote a genius.” It’s there to remind us that democracy sometimes gets it…
Police deny sitting on evidence as Netflix doc examines JonBenet Ramsey killing
Colorado police have denied claims made in a new Netflix documentary that they are not pursuing viable evidence and credible leads over the killing of six-year-old JonBenet Ramsey. The girl,…
‘Home form is a huge issue’ – What Bristol Rovers can expect from FA Cup opponents Barnsley
Having just about gotten over the line against National League South high-fliers Weston-super-Mare in the FA Cup first round, there was widespread irritation when Bristol Rovers were rewarded with a…
Net migration drops 20% to 728,000 after hitting 906,000 peak
Net migration to the UK hit a higher than previously thought record of 906,000 in the year to June 2023, revised official estimates show. The measure for the difference between…
Nutritionist’s 60p ‘high-protein fix’ that slashes blood pressure
A nutrition guru has dished out advice on the perfect ‘high-protein fix’ snack, touted as ideal post-workout fuel that won’t break the bank – setting you back just 60p. The…
Bristol rogue trader who ‘preyed on vulnerable people’ scammed woman out of life savings
A rogue trader from Bristol has been jailed for “preying on vulnerable people”. Richard Williams, 53, traded under numerous names including Williams Roofing, Roofability, Roofing Home Service and R&K Property…
‘Gamechanger’ breakthrough for asthma sufferers in first new attack treatment for 50 years
Scientists have heralded a new “game-changer” method for treating severe asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) attacks. Groundbreaking research suggests that administering an injection is more effective than the…
What is TMJ, the health condition that has seen Zoe Ball quit her show
BBC Radio 2 presenter Zoe Ball has revealed she wakes up most days with “awful headaches” due to a health condition which causes pain in the jaw joint and surrounding…
Meghan Markle ‘only has her mum’ as she prepares for a ‘bittersweet’ Christmas
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry find the festive period “tough” as both royals have strained relationships with their families. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to spend Christmas…