Author: News Desk

Cliff Notes – Time for a reset from the estranged Royals Prince Harry’s recent visit to Angola, reminiscent of Princess Diana’s, highlights his ongoing commitment to charity work, particularly with the Halo Trust. A meeting described as “peace talks” between Harry’s PR team and the King’s communications secretary suggests potential for reconciling family tensions, despite ongoing speculation around the royal family’s dynamics. Harry’s public engagements appear to be increasing, signalling a strategic shift by his team to refocus attention on his charitable efforts and personal image following a tumultuous period. Prince Harry’s team are trying to push the reset button…

Cliff Notes A tour boat in Ha Long Bay capsized during a thunderstorm, resulting in at least 38 fatalities and five missing individuals from a total of 48 passengers and crew. Survivor Dang Anh Tuan escaped by swimming through a window underwater and later clung to the capsized boat for two hours before being rescued. Passengers had requested to return to shore as the storm intensified, but the crew chose to continue the trip, leading to the boat overturning within a minute. Man tells of escape from capsized Ha Long Bay tourist boat | World News A man who survived…

Cliff Notes – Victoria Beckham begs for help after David is left with ‘terrible’ haircut Sir David Beckham accidentally shaved a chunk of his hair while attempting a DIY haircut, prompting a humorous reaction from his wife, Victoria Beckham, who shared the incident on Instagram. Victoria candidly described the haircut as “terrible,” while social media users expressed amusement and predicted the style could become a trend among fans. The couple’s light-hearted exchange comes amid ongoing family tensions, particularly concerning their son Brooklyn and his wife, Nicola Peltz, as speculation about rifts continues. Victoria Beckham begs for help after David is…

Cliff Notes – torrential rain causes landslides and flooding in South Korea Torrential rain over five days in South Korea has resulted in at least 14 fatalities and 12 missing persons, primarily due to landslides and flooding in areas like Gapyeong and Sancheong. Southern regions experienced unprecedented rainfall, with totals reaching 600-800mm, leading to significant property damage, including house collapses and flash floods. Approximately 3,840 residents have been evacuated from their homes; although alerts have been lifted, the threat from ongoing weather patterns remains a concern. Fourteen people die in South Korea after torrential rain causes landslides and flooding Five…

Cliff Notes – Sure! Here’s the text without the site name, category, date, and full stops: Paul de Gelder survived a horrific shark attack in 2009, losing his leg and hand, yet he has since dedicated his life to shark conservation. After facing his fears by swimming with bull sharks, he became a prominent advocate for sharks, emphasising their importance to ocean health. De Gelder’s experiences have led him to work with celebrities on shark-related projects, aiming to change public perceptions of these misunderstood creatures. A shark ate my arm and leg – I wouldn’t change a thing Paul de…

Cliff Notes Chester, diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) at eight months, highlights the necessity for all newborns to undergo testing for the condition to enable timely treatment. Despite the availability of effective treatments, SMA is not included in the UK newborn screening programme, unlike practices in the US and much of Europe. A significant majority of surveyed parents support immediate implementation of SMA screening, citing its importance for early intervention and potential improvement in quality of life for affected children. Mother of baby with spinal muscular atrophy wants all newborns to be tested for it | UK News .…

Cliff Notes West Midlands Police conducted an operation on Birmingham’s New Street, targeting illegally modified e-bikes, often used by fast food delivery riders. Officers confiscated four bikes within an hour, all exceeding the UK speed limit of 15.5mph, highlighting safety concerns from the public. Concurrently, immigration officials detained an individual entering the UK unlawfully, as part of a nationwide enforcement operation resulting in over 7,000 arrests in the past year. How e-bike riders are doing double the speed limit – and many of them work for fast food delivery firms | UK News . It’s lunchtime on Birmingham’s New Street. Close…

Cliff Notes – Yellowstone star, 54, marries weather presenter fiancée, 34, in Vatican wedding Josh Lucas and Brianna Ruffalo exchanged vows in a ceremony at the Vatican, marking a significant occasion for the couple, who began dating in 2022. The wedding was attended by close friends and family, with both sharing heartfelt messages on social media expressing their gratitude and joy for the union. Brianna highlighted the logistical challenges of marrying in the Vatican, crediting various individuals and a wedding planning team for their support in making the day special. Yellowstone star, 54, marries weather presenter fiancée, 34, in Vatican…

Cliff Notes Ukraine has proposed renewed ceasefire talks with Russia for next week, following recent negotiations in Istanbul. Despite agreements on prisoner swaps, no significant progress has been made to end the ongoing conflict. President Zelenskyy emphasised the urgency for intensified negotiations and called for a leaders’ meeting to secure a lasting peace. Ukraine proposes renewed peace talks – as Zelenskyy urges Russia to ‘stop avoiding decisions’ . Volodmyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine has proposed renewed ceasefire talks with Russia for next week.The Ukrainian president said his government was working to implement the agreements reached during the last set of talks…

Cliff Notes – Kevin De Bruyne on Premier League exit I’m a City player for life Kevin De Bruyne has joined Serie A champions Napoli on a free transfer after a decade at Manchester City, citing a desire for a new challenge. The midfielder expressed excitement about playing alongside compatriot Romelu Lukaku, who will aid his adjustment to Italian football. De Bruyne aims to contribute to Napoli’s growth while embracing the opportunity to learn from a new competitive environment. Kevin De Bruyne on Premier League exit I’m a City player for life Kevin De Bruyne is raring to go at…