Scrolling while watching TV. Credit: Pexels, Tima Miroshnichenko I don’t know about you, but nine times out of ten, when I put on a film or series on TV, I will have my phone right next to me and will keep picking it up. Whether I’m checking work emails, adding to my shopping list, or…
Citizens urged to stay at home as hMPV cases soar in UK and Ireland. Credit: Polina Tankilevitch, Pexels. The hMPV virus, which has rocked northern parts of China, is spreading within the UK this winter with Ireland being forced to take immediate action, amid a surging number of flu incidences also causing issues as temperatures…
Spain is shaking up the rules for credit and debit card payments, introducing new measures to track big transactions. Starting in 2025, banks and payment platforms like PayPal and Bizum will need to report cardholders spending over €25,000 annually. The goal? To tackle fraud and bring the country’s tax system in line with the digital…
The one actor Leonardo DiCaprio refused to work with: ‘Over my dead body!’ Leonardo DiCaprio attends the red carpet before the screening of ‘Once Upon A Time In Hollywood’ during the 72nd annual Cannes Film Festival. Credit: Shutterstock, taniavolobueva Discover the behind-the-scenes drama of Leonardo DiCaprio’s early career, from casting tensions to iconic roles that…
People leaving an aeroplane. Credit: Shutterstock, Viktor Konya Air travel has always had its quirks, but social media has introduced another funny yet sharp term called “aisle lice”. Much like their forerunners, “gate lice” – passengers who crowd the boarding gate before their zone is called – the term “aisle lice” describes travellers who impatiently…
The International Bridge over the Guadiana River, a key connection between Ayamonte, Spain, and Vila Real de Santo António, Portugal, symbolising cross-border collaboration and unity Credit : Shutterstock, florenzo7 Great news for anyone who travels between Portugal and Spain! A brand-new bridge is on the way, linking Alcoutim in the Algarve with Sanlúcar de Guadiana…
The Senate voted on Wednesday to pass the $895 billion Defense Authorization Bill, despite a provision on transgender care that caused concern among some Democrats, sending it to President Biden’s desk for final approval.The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) was approved 85 to 14 by senators, surpassing the 60 votes needed in the 100-member chamber….
Pete Hegseth has been confirmed as the new Secretary of State but it was not without some drama from a handful of Republicans.Chief among them was former Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, who voted ‘yes’ to get Hegseth out of committee and to a full Senate vote but who then voted ‘no’ on…
The Senate voted on Saturday to confirm South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, making her the fourth of President Donald Trump’s nominees to secure approval.The vote was 59–34, with all Republicans present voting in favor. Noem’s confirmation was widely expected, as she faced no major obstacles during her…
A county sheriff in California is “really upset” that Vice President Kamala Harris featured him in a recent campaign ad without first consulting or getting his permission.“In light of a recent political ad put out by Kamala Harris featuring Sheriff [Mike] Boudreaux, as well as other local law enforcement, the Sheriff wants to make it…