Hamas names next hostages to be released
Hamas has released the names of the next hostages to be freed in Gaza on Saturday in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. They are male civilians Eli Sharabi, 52, Ohad Ben Ami, 56, and Or Levy, 34. Eighteen hostages have been freed since the ceasefire began on 19 January. Israel has released 383 […]
the inventions cutting plastic consumption
Getty Images Scenes of plastic-sullied oceans on the BBC’s Blue Planet II may have prompted consumers, governments and retailers to pledge new approaches to packaging. But the challenge of how to fulfil those pledges remains unresolved. On Tuesday the World Economic Forum in Davos will be presented with a list of five innovations in materials […]
Why Adam Hills is still waiting for The Last Leg’s impact
Helen Bushby Entertainment and arts reporter Channel 4 The Last Leg challenged viewers’ perceptions of disability in 2012 Adam Hills says the real impact of 2012’s The Last Leg won’t be seen until 2020, adding it “accidentally” broke barriers about disability. Hills, who fronts the Channel 4 show, says it put the “awesome” Paralympic athletes […]
Lifting of Wales’ travel limits gets go-ahead
What do eased travel restrictions mean for me? Travel restrictions in Wales will end on Monday, First Minister Mark Drakeford has confirmed. “Stay local” guidance, asking people to stay within five miles of home will end with no limits on travel, and outdoor attractions will be able to open. Two households will also be able […]
Barbara Broccoli says character ‘will remain male’
Universal No Time To Die will be Daniel Craig’s final outing as James Bond The producer of the James Bond films has ruled out making the character female after Daniel Craig’s departure. No Time To Die, which will be released in April, marks Craig’s final outing as 007, and his replacement has not yet been […]
Passenger train engulfed by flames in Pennsylvania
More than 300 people were evacuated from a passenger train in Ridley Park, Pennsylvania after a fire started under the first car. The blaze quickly engulfed an entire carriage. The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) said all passengers were safely evacuated and no one was injured. “The pictures really tell the story of how serious […]
Brentwood mum criticises test labelling one twin son overweight
Lois Worrow and Peter Walker BBC News, Essex Abbey Burrow Abbey Burrow was told Teddy (far left pictured with siblings Adaline and Michael) was on the 91st percentile for BMI A mother has criticised a government childhood obesity programme after she was told one of her twin sons was overweight. Abbey Burrow, from Essex, was […]
20 tonnes sold in Denmark, food agency says
AFP Millions of eggs have now been withdrawn from shops in several European countries Twenty tonnes of insecticide-tainted eggs have been sold in Denmark, the country’s food safety authority says. The boiled and peeled eggs were mainly sold to cafeterias, cafes and catering firms, the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration said in a statement. Denmark […]
Emma Hayes: Chelsea boss on Fifa Best award & hopes to grow global exposure
Emma Hayes was shocked – and a little embarrassed – when her name was called out as the winner of the Fifa Best Women’s Coach of the Year – but the Chelsea boss hopes more global exposure for women’s football will follow as a result. Hayes, who led her side to a first domestic treble […]
The controversial genius of Karl Lagerfeld
Getty Images Karl Lagerfeld was known for his outspoken comments as well as his designs Karl Lagerfeld’s death on Tuesday prompted an outpouring of grief from the fashion world. The German designer, who was the creative director for Chanel and Fendi, was one of the industry’s most revered figures. But others, including actress Jameela Jamil, […]