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There was a time when we were right up to date with the UK music charts. We would look forward with quivering anticipation to Sunday evenings when Radio 1 DJs such as Bruno Brookes or Mark Goodier would play the entire Top 40 singles, eagerly hoping our favourite band had made it to the top […]

Despite being largely sceptical about man-made climate change, there are a surprisingly large number of weather conspiracy theorists on the American right. Check out this Maga cultist who insisted that Joe Biden was causing the bad weather. @thegoodliars We were shocked to learn that this woman who believes Joe Biden is played by an actor […]

On July 13th 1985 one of the biggest ever concerts took place – Live Aid. The BBC reshowed the full concert, which is now available on iPlayer, and we didn’t want to let the occasion pass without doing something to celebrate. So here are 12 fun facts to mark the occasion. 1. US television networks […]

Even if you aren’t an avid social media user, you must by now be aware of the Jet2holidays advert that has become a meme. It features the Jess Glynne song Hold My Hand and a very upbeat narration that begins ‘Nothing beats a Jet2holiday!’ and goes on to extol the virtues of booking a package […]

Last week, a ‘big announcement’ on Russia was heralded by Trump’s team, putting the idea in some people’s minds that he might actually do something to push his buddy Putin into taking negotiations with Ukraine seriously. Trump has really raised expectations about his big announcement on Russia planned for tomorrow. I hope he delivers. — […]

The latest trend on TikTok this summer is all about the British love for irony. Users are overlaying videos of their worst holiday mishaps and let-downs with the cheery Jet2 advert, competing in a match of our national sport – laughing at things going wrong. Here are our top picks. 1. @elliem987 nothing beats a […]

JD Vance went on a leisurely trip to Disneyland with his family this weekend because… well, there’s really not much going on in the world right now that needs his attention, right? As is the case with anything this hillbilly does, the trip offered him a chance to prove just how out of touch he […]

When we put our belief, money or even life in the hands of professional people, we want to believe they are safe, right? They know what they’re doing and the processes and practices they use are tried and tested. And, while this is mostly true, there are a few facts that may make you feel […]

The people of Texas are still recovering from the devastating floods that ravaged the state as the death toll climbs over 130. The more reporting that comes out points to a disorganized relief effort hamstrung by a lack of funds and slow response times. Now the head of state is offering his solution. And it’s […]