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Cliff Notes – Who is on 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown tonight as it returns on Channel 4 Returning Cast: Jimmy Carr resumes hosting duties, joined by Rachel Riley and Susie Dent, who maintain their roles from Countdown. Team Captains: Jon Richardson continues as a team captain, while Sean Lock’s team is now led by a rotation of guest captains following Lock’s passing in 2021. Guest Appearances: Tonight’s episode features comedians Richard Ayoade, Amy Gledhill, Guz Khan, and Sam Campbell, showcasing a mix of established and emerging talent. Who is on 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown…

Cliff Notes – Root and Pope cement England’s command on Manchester Test Joe Root ascended to third on Test cricket’s all-time run-scoring charts, surpassing Rahul Dravid and Jacques Kallis, as he remains unbeaten on 63 runs. Root and Ollie Pope established a formidable partnership, with their stand of 135 marking their sixth century partnership under Ben Stokes’ captaincy. India’s bowling struggled with consistency, highlighted by missed opportunities and errors, as they faced the prospect of England potentially securing the series by batting once. Root and Pope cement England’s command on Manchester Test Joe Root rose to third on Test cricket’s…

Cliff Notes Coroner Dr James Adeley detailed Jay Slater’s intentions to return to his friends from an Airbnb, highlighting his ongoing influence from drugs that morning. A timeline reveals Slater’s brief calls with friends, indicating he was walking but later expressed confusion and fear about his location. The final call showed Slater in a distressed state with minimal charge on his phone, indicating his precarious situation before losing contact. Jay Slater’s inquest: Teenager’s death in Tenerife was accidental, coroner rules | UK News Continuing to summarise the evidence in the Jay Slater’s inquest. Coroner Dr James Adeley returns to the…

Drivers Express Concerns Over 2026 F1 Regulations Ahead of Belgian Grand Prix As Formula 1 gears up for the 2026 season, drivers have voiced significant concerns regarding the newly proposed regulations, leading to a wave of agitation within the paddock. With an emphasis on a 50:50 split between electrical and internal combustion engine power, the complexities of these changes have given rise to doubts about their impact on competition and driving dynamics. What’s Got Drivers So Agitated About “Strange” 2026 F1 Cars? Oscar Piastri of Mclaren articulated the prevalent discontent, stating, “At the moment [in the 2026 regulations], there are…

Cliff Notes – Atlético Madrid sign Dávid Hancko after Al Nassr move collapses Atlético Madrid has signed centre-back Dávid Hancko from Feyenoord on a permanent transfer, with a contract lasting until June 2030. Hancko, the first Slovakian player in the club’s history, will join the first team’s pre-season training camp immediately. The 27-year-old’s transfer to Al Nassr fell through earlier this month, leading to his move to Atlético as part of a squad overhaul by Diego Simeone. Atlético Madrid sign Dávid Hancko after Al Nassr move collapses Adriana GarciaJul 25, 2025, 10:02 AMEmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsAtlético Madrid have boosted their defensive…

Cliff Notes – Xbox games for Switch 2 expected soon ahead of rumoured Nintendo Direct Microsoft is reportedly preparing to announce more Xbox game ports for the Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5, with insider knowledge suggesting an announcement could occur in the coming weeks. Despite previous support for the original Switch, Microsoft has yet to confirm any titles for the Switch 2, raising questions about their readiness for the new platform. Potential ports include Halo: The Master Chief Collection and Microsoft Flight Simulator, with speculation that a Nintendo Direct may serve as the venue for these announcements. Xbox games…

Cliff Notes – Israel finally backs down but still plans to slaughter millions Israel has announced that foreign countries can commence parachuting aid into Gaza starting today, as confirmed by a senior IDF official. Humanitarian organisation World Central Kitchen is reactivating its kitchens following a hiatus after losing workers to an Israeli airstrike in November. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has been distributing food since May; however, over 1,000 individuals have reportedly died while attempting to access food aid amid a starvation crisis. Israel allows foreign countries to parachute aid into Gaza Israel has backed down from seering global pressure and…

Cliff Notes Ofcom’s new Children’s Codes mandate “highly effective” age verification for adult content sites, moving beyond simple user declarations of age. Social media platforms are required to ensure their algorithms do not promote harmful content to young audiences and must enforce their own content guidelines. Non-compliance with these regulations can result in significant fines or even the banning of sites operating within the UK. New internet rules come into force – here’s what is changing | Science, Climate & Tech News . New rules for the internet have come into force – and may well change how you browse.Ofcom’s…

UN to hold emergency meeting – Cambodia and Thailand conflict intensifies Ongoing clashes between Thailand and Cambodia have resulted in fatalities, with the Thai Interior Ministry reporting 14 deaths and over 100,000 residents displaced. The conflict, driven by a long-standing border dispute centred around the Emerald Triangle, escalated with both sides accusing each other of aggression and heavy artillery use. The international community has expressed concerns, with calls for restraint from the US, France, and the EU, while China has offered to help de-escalate tensions. The United Nations Security Council is due to hold an emergency meeting on Friday as…

Cliff Notes – Hulk Hogan ‘lost a lot of weight in final weeks before death’ Hulk Hogan, real name Terry Bollea, experienced significant health decline in his final weeks, suffering from shortness of breath and a weak heart, ultimately leading to his death at age 71. In his last days, Hogan reportedly lost a considerable amount of weight and was on oxygen, while also attempting to reconcile with estranged loved ones. Following a serious medical incident, Hogan was transported to Morton Plant Hospital, where he was pronounced dead; the cause of death remains unconfirmed, pending investigation. Hulk Hogan ‘lost a…