New York Times journalist who worked on ‘Caliphate’ podcast quits

A New York Times journalist at the center of sexual harassment claims has resigned, while protesting that his previous mistakes were being inaccurately used to transform him ‘into a symbol of larger societal evils’. Audio producer Andy Mills had been involved in the controversial Caliphate series. In December, the Times retracted much of the story … Read more

Grammy-nominated musician Sophie Xeon, 34, who worked with Madonna dies after ‘sudden accident’

Grammy-nominated ‘trans icon’ Sophie Xeon dead at 34: Scottish DJ who worked with Madonna and Charli XCX killed in ‘sudden accident’ The Scottish artist had worked with stars including Madonna and Charlie XCX Statement from transgender star’s team hailed her as a ‘pioneer of new sound’  By Harry Howard For Mailonline Published: 13:18 GMT, 30 … Read more

‘Superfit’ father-of-one, 46, who worked out twice a day dies from Covid after being put into coma

Fanatical bodybuilder father-of-one, 46, who worked out twice a day dies from Covid after being put into coma on Christmas Day Anthony Williams, 46, from Bridgend, South Wales, would work out twice a day Friends said they were shocked after learning he was placed in an induced coma He passed away on January 13 after … Read more

Scottish woman who worked in the US shares Americans’ most confusing customs

A Scottish woman who spent four months living in the US is sharing her questions and complains about what Americans do differently. In a viral TikTok video that has been viewed 3.9 million times, Kirsty Clyne quizzes Americans about why they say ‘gas’ instead of ‘petrol,’ why they don’t use kettles, and why they’re so proud … Read more

Christine McGuinness fears husband Paddy’s vasectomy hasn’t worked as she craves ice lollies

Christine McGuinness has confessed she is worried that her Top Gear presenter husband Paddy’s vasectomy hasn’t worked after she experienced cravings. The model, 32, and comedian, 47, had previously decided three is enough after becoming parents to twins Penelope and Leo, seven, and Felicity, four. But after craving a Fab ice lolly and with a … Read more

Myleene Klass insists she has ‘worked too hard to quit’ Dancing On Ice after knee injury

Myleene Klass has admitted she was left ‘mortified’ when she accidentally flashed her underwear on last Sunday’s episode of Dancing On Ice and now wishes she had worn a bigger pair.  The media personality, 42, who has vowed to give her next performance ‘everything’ she has got after suffering a knee injury, unintentionally revealed her … Read more

Political scientist who ‘secretly worked for Iran’ is arrested by the FBI 

A Massachusetts-based political scientist and author is accused of secretly working for the government of Iran while lobbying US officials and advising Tehran how to retaliate when America killed Gen Qasem Soleimani, federal authorities said Tuesday. Kaveh Lotfolah Afrasiabi, 63, was arrested by FBI agents at his home in Watertown, Massachusetts, on Monday, officials said. He … Read more

Christmas break for MPs is to be extended by almost a week – after they worked for one extra day

Christmas break for MPs is to be extended by almost a week – after they worked for one extra day to vote on the Brexit trade deal Commons Leader Jacob Rees-Mogg set to announce delay to parliament return The Christmas break for MPs is to be extended by six days until January 11 MPs will … Read more

AstraZeneca boss says firm has worked out ‘winning formula’ to boost Oxford vaccine’s efficacy

The top boss of Oxford vaccine maker AstraZeneca says researchers have worked out a ‘winning formula’ to boost the jab’s efficacy.   Pascal Soriot, chief executive of the British-Swedish pharmaceutical firm, says a two-dose method can push the vaccine’s efficacy rate towards that of rivals Pfizer and Moderna.   His comments come as officials reportedly prepare to approve the … Read more