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The British woman who came second to a biological male in the World’s Strongest Woman competition has spoken to GB News about the “dishonesty and deception” surrounding the competition.American competitor Jammie Booker, who was born male, initially secured first place ahead of Britain’s Andrea Thompson, until details of her biological sex were revealed.Thompson, 43, told the People’s Channel that she initially congratulated the competitor.She added: “We had no reason to suspect anything else. She deceived, and it was a lot of deception and dishonesty.”The Briton added: “The things that came afterwards, it was just a bit of a shock to…
A hosepipe ban imposed by Yorkshire Water four months ago remains in place as the firm says it could end within weeks.The company introduced restrictions on water use affecting more than five million people on July 11 following the driest spring on record.It has now confirmed it is taking steps to remove its drought permits which would allow it to lift hosepipe restrictions “earlier than initially thought”, following a tenth week of increases to reservoir levels. Dave Kaye, director of water and wastewater services, said: “We’re now confident that we’re moving into a healthy position across our reservoirs, rivers, and…
Meghan Markle has hailed a “full circle moment” as the Duchess of Sussex saw her As Ever products in Soho House for the first time.Meghan launched her lifestyle brand in April 2025, backed by the streaming giant Netflix. The duchess took to social media to announce a pop-up store in West Hollywood.She said: “Talk about a full circle moment! In my old stomping ground of West Hollywood, with a brand, friends, and family that have been part of my life for so long…Meghan Markle announced the new collaboration between As Ever and Soho House on Instagram | INSTAGRAM“And also a…
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed the “biggest Budget tax fear” for thousands of households as more Britons are at risk of being “pushed” into paying inheritance tax (IHT).During yesterday’s fiscal statement to the House of Commons, Ms Reeves confirmed the current freeze to personal tax thresholds will be extended three more years until 2031.As a result of this, more taxpayers will be pulled into higher tax brackets due to the impact of fiscal drag, which occurs when incomes rise during a period of time when thresholds are frozen.Notably, IHT thresholds will also be impacted by this decision with thousands of estates,…
Television producer Daniel Postgate, whose work helped shape generations of British childhoods through programmes like Bagpuss and The Clangers, has died aged 61. The BAFTA-winning producer was discovered deceased in a shed at his Whitstable residence on June this yearThe son of Bagpuss co-creator Oliver Postgate, Daniel played a crucial part in bringing cherished children’s programmes to BBC screens. His death follows a period of significant personal challenges, including health struggles and the end of his 35-year relationship.BAFTA-winning Bagpuss and The Clangers producer found dead after receiving heartbreaking NHS letter | PAAn inquest held this week at Oakwood House in…
Drivers are facing long delays this morning on one of the busiest motorways in the UK after a collision resulted in an overturned van.National Highways has confirmed that three of four lanes remain closed on the M5 northbound between Junction 6 (Worcester) and Junction 5 (Wychbold).A collision has resulted in an overturned van, which is blocking traffic for vehicles in the second and third lanes.Recovery vehicles are en route to the scene to assist with the damaged vehicle on the M5.There are approximately seven miles of congestion on the approach to the scene, with delays in excess of 90 minutes.The…
Steven McIntoshCulture reporterGetty ImagesPam Hogg, the Scottish fashion designer who created looks for stars including Rihanna and Kate Moss, has died, her family has announced.The designer was known for her eccentric and outlandish designs, which have also been worn by stars including Lady Gaga and Kylie Minogue.In a statement posted on Instagram, her family said they were “deeply saddened” to announce “the passing of our beloved Pamela”.Her family said Hogg had died “peacefully” at a hospice surrounded by “cherished friends and family”.Hogg was understood to be in her 60s, but she told the Guardian in 2018 that she did not…
There is only one thing Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool have not been able to align on this year.In their first full season together, the British duo have claimed the Wimbledon men’s doubles title and secured the year-end world number one ranking.Their post-season diaries, however, are another matter.Glasspool will be marking their triumphant season with dinner at a swanky London restaurant with family, team members and sponsors.But, thanks to a pre-booked holiday in Tenerife, Cash will be forced to miss out.”Everyone will be there – apart from Jules. He’ll be on a boozy lads’ trip,” Glasspool joked.”There will be a…
Labour’s proposed judicial reforms could see jury trials scrapped in around 95 per cent of crown court cases, new analysis suggests.A leaked memo from Justice Secretary David Lammy exposed plans to axe jury trials in most cases, with the exception of rape, murder and manslaughter amid a mounting crown court backlog.Under the proposed changes, a new court tier would be established where judges preside independently over serious criminal matters that currently require juries.The Prime Minister’s official spokesman said earlier this week that “no final decisions” had been made but that “it is right that we ask whether there are cases…
Katherine Forster has delivered a blistering verdict on Labour’s Budget, arguing the Chancellor’s tax hikes were “a choice, not a necessity”.GB News’s political correspondent said Rachel Reeves had been pushed into major U-turns, including scrapping the two-child benefit cap she once called unaffordable, because Labour backbenchers were “so deeply unhappy” with the Government’s direction.Speaking on The People’s Channel, Katherine said: “We know that she’s lifted the two child benefit cap in full, something she did not want to do, something she resisted, something that she previously said was unaffordable. “We know that this Budget has largely been about self-preservation for…