Author: News Desk

Cliff Notes – Strictly star Thomas Skinner admits to cheating on wife ‘weeks after wedding’ Thomas Skinner confessed to a brief affair shortly after marrying Sinéad Chambers in 2022, describing it as the “biggest mistake” of his life. The couple, who share three children, managed to reconcile after Skinner openly admitted to his actions, acknowledging the emotional turmoil it caused. Skinner has faced additional controversy recently, including a disruptive incident at a Strictly press event, raising concerns among BBC bosses about his behaviour on the show. Strictly star Thomas Skinner admits to cheating on wife ‘weeks after wedding’ Thomas Skinner…

Cliff Notes Professor Michael Briggs, a prominent figure in the Primodos drug scandal, was exposed as a fraud by his daughter, Joanne, revealing his fabricated qualifications and research. He served as UK research director for Schering pharmaceuticals during the late 1960s and was called as an expert witness despite questionable findings linking Primodos to congenital defects. Joanne Briggs argues that her father’s dubious credentials have heavily influenced the ongoing narrative and conclusions regarding the drug’s safety by government and pharmaceutical entities. My father the fraud: Daughter reveals how key scientist in Primodos scandal built career on lies | UK News…

Cliff Notes – The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 games line-up is depressingly bad The recent Nintendo Direct failed to excite fans, with many feeling uncertain about the Switch 2’s game line-up and lacking significant announcements. While the volume of games released this year is commendable, the choices seem uninspired, leaving fans disappointed with the lack of major titles like Super Smash Bros. and mainline Pokémon games. The overall sentiment suggests that while the Switch 2 has potential, early adopters may regret their purchase due to a subpar selection of games since launch. The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 games line-up is…

Cliff Notes A 37-year-old man, Ionut-Cristian Bold, faces charges for six counts of racially or religiously aggravated criminal damage linked to attacks on synagogues in northwest London. Investigations revealed that bodily fluids were smeared on synagogues and thrown towards a school and a vehicle between 4 September and 11 September. Local authorities, including Barnet Council, condemned the acts as horrendous antisemitic attacks, with police pledging ongoing support to affected community members. Police charge man over ‘revolting’ attacks on London synagogues | UK News . A 37-year-old man has been charged with a series of attacks on synagogues in northwest London.Ionut-Cristian…

Max Verstappen Secures Nordschleife Permit After Successful NLS Showing Max Verstappen has successfully obtained the DMSB Permit A, which allows him to compete in top-level racing on the iconic Nürburgring Nordschleife, following a successful weekend at the Nürburgring Langstrecken Series (NLS). “Everything went smoothly,” said the reigning Formula 1 World Champion after completing his qualifying rounds. Verstappen’s Historic Debut at the Nordschleife Reigning Formula 1 World Champion Max Verstappen made his much-anticipated debut on the legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife this weekend, marking a significant milestone in his racing career. The Dutch driver reported to the track to undertake a pivotal theory…

Cliff Notes The ‘Unite the Kingdom’ rally drew up to 150,000 attendees, showcasing a diverse array of flags and sentiments, though its unifying message remained ambiguous. A notable presence of Christian nationalism was evident, with participants openly displaying religious symbols and chanting religious phrases. While far-right figures, including Tommy Robinson, took centre stage, the crowd’s motivations were varied, reflecting a broader tapestry of nationalist sentiments. Why Tommy Robinson rally was different to any other . This was the biggest nationalist rally in recent memory – perhaps ever.Well before the march started, thousands of people flowed over Blackfriars bridge, or came…

Cliff Notes – Spurs 3-0 West Ham Game Analysis Tottenham Hotspur secured a commanding 3-0 victory over West Ham, with goals from Pape Matar Sarr, Lucas Bergvall, and Micky van de Ven, marking a strong response after their recent defeat. West Ham’s struggles continued as they suffered a seventh consecutive home match without a win, compounded by Tomás Soucek’s red card, leaving manager Graham Potter under increasing pressure. The match highlighted Tottenham’s dominance, particularly from set pieces, as they capitalised on West Ham’s defensive frailties, leading to a swift second-half collapse for the home side. Spurs 3-0 West Ham (13…

Cliff Notes – Major star ‘gone from WWE’ 19 months after sensational return Andrade has reportedly left WWE less than two years after his return, following a lack of recent match opportunities. His departure comes despite having over 18 months remaining on his contract, with creative plans reportedly affected since SummerSlam. The former United States and NXT Champion last appeared at SummerSlam in August and is now listed in WWE’s online alumni section. Major star ‘gone from WWE’ 19 months after sensational return A WWE superstar has ‘left the company’ (Picture: Kyle Stevens/ Shutterstock) WWE superstar Andrade has reportedly left…

Cliff Notes Kemi Badenoch has accused Sir Keir Starmer of lying about his knowledge of Peter Mandelson’s correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein, leading to heightened political tensions. Sir Keir Starmer initially defended Mandelson but later retracted support following new evidence regarding Mandelson’s messages to Epstein during his legal issues in 2008. Calls for transparency have emerged within the Labour Party, as MPs question how Starmer was not adequately briefed ahead of Prime Minister’s Questions regarding the ongoing scandal. Kemi Badenoch accuses Sir Keir Starmer of ‘lying’ about Peter Mandelson prior to sacking him | Politics News . Kemi Badenoch has accused…

Cliff Notes – I’ll have made my mark at Forest by Wednesday – Postecoglou Ange Postecoglou attributed Nottingham Forest’s 3-0 defeat to Arsenal to a “very disruptive week” following his appointment as head coach. Despite the loss, he expressed confidence that he would quickly implement his style, aiming for noticeable changes by Wednesday. Postecoglou praised the players’ effort but acknowledged they struggled to control the game, particularly after conceding a second goal shortly after half-time. I’ll have made my mark at Forest by Wednesday – Postecoglou Ange Postecoglou blamed a “very disruptive week” for Nottingham Forest’s 3-0 defeat at Arsenal…