The 2024 Mrs Brown's Boys Christmas special drew just 2.2 million viewers, its lowest ever, as fans slammed it and called for its cancellation. Criticism followed a racism controversy involving Brendan O'Carroll. Despite backlash and losing viewers to rivals, the BBC plans a new season in 2025.
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President Trump, age 79, has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency—a circulation issue commonly seen in older adults. Medical evaluations found leg swelling but ruled out serious risks like DVT. Doctors say the president has no discomfort and is in otherwise excellent health, with treatment focusing on managing symptoms.
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The UK is on the brink of a big shake-up in its voting laws, with new plans to let 16- and 17-year-olds vote in all elections. The reform includes early registration, new digital voter IDs, and tougher rules to block foreign meddling in campaigns. It’s a bold step aimed at energizing the youngest voices.
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The Trump administration quietly sent five migrants from various countries to Eswatini under a third-country deal. This unexpected move caught diplomats by surprise and raised questions about the nation’s ability to absorb non-citizens and the transparency of such agreements.
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Evan Thomson, a 26-year-old from Aberdeen, fell to his death from a sixth-floor balcony at Ibiza Rocks Hotel while on holiday. Family and friends are outraged over lax safety measures and have demanded answers from the hotel and authorities. The case has sparked urgent calls for stricter safety protocols in party hotels.
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Mallorca's hotel industry has blanketed the island with English and German billboards encouraging tourists to feel welcome, following street protests calling for limits on mass tourism. The hotel federation aims to protect the island’s tourism image and economy amid rising local tensions.
View moreThe making of Jaws was a wild ordeal, plagued by malfunctioning equipment, sinking boats, cast arguments, and a hugely delayed schedule. Steven Spielberg's inexperience with filming at sea and the infamous mechanical shark’s constant breakdowns forced creative changes that shaped its legendary suspense.
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England pulled off a historic run chase at Headingley, beating India by five wickets in the first Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. Chasing 370, England reached 373/5, overturning India's massive totals and taking a 1-0 series lead. The match kept fans on edge over five tense days.
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Conan Gray's new music video 'Vodka Cranberry' featuring Wilson and Brando is all about summer vibes and dreamy romance. Released on July 11, 2025, the video took over social media by storm, pulling in millions of likes and energetic fan reactions.
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The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final saw Chelsea defeat PSG 3–0, but celebrations turned chaotic when PSG coach Luis Enrique slapped Chelsea's João Pedro in a heated post-match scuffle that also involved Donnarumma and several players.
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