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Warning: This article contains references to alcohol abuse Former British and Commonwealth middleweight champion Felix Cash says becoming a father helped him tackle long-term struggles with alcohol and substance abuse.Cash has not fought since a fifth-round stoppage defeat by Tyler Denny in Birmingham in the summer of 2024 – his first professional loss – but is now eyeing a comeback.The 32-year-old from Berkshire was not sure if he would ever fight again after a turbulent few years outside the ring, but feels he is “refreshed and focused” following six months of sobriety and the arrival of another child.”I’d been trying…

An Oxford University student was filmed encouraging crowds to chant about putting “Zios in the ground”. The footage, captured during a protest on October 11, shows the young man wearing a keffiyeh addressing demonstrators through a speaker.He told the crowd about a chant that had been developed in Oxford, saying: “A chant that we’ve been workshopping in Oxford that maybe you guys want to join in.”The Metropolitan Police has launched an investigation into the incident, which occurred one day after a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took effect in Gaza on October 10.The individual praised what he called “a steadfast…

Donald Trump was caught in a hot mic moment trolling Mark Carney while Sir Keir Starmer watched on awkwardly. The two world leaders shared a giggle together after the US President mistakenly called the Prime Minister of Canada the President after he addressed leaders at the “Summit for Peace”.”Well, I’m glad you upgraded me to president,” Mr Carney joked, just as Mr Trump shot him a smile. “At least I didn’t say governor,” the President joked, jovially hitting Mr Carney’s arm. The mischievous banter between the two was subsequently picked up by mics and cameras scattered around the room. Mr…

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle dined alongside Ed Sheeran at Soho House in New York on Sunday evening.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were concluding their trip to the city, where they were crowed “Humanitarians of the Year” at the Project Healthy Minds’ World Mental Health Day Gala. The trio were seen departing the exclusive members’ club in the evening, with both Harry and Meghan dressed for the occasion. For their night out, the duchess opted for an elegant strapless gown and her hair styled in a sleek low bun while Harry sported a navy suit without a tie.Conversely, Sheeran…

Unemployment in the UK rose to 4.8 per cent in the three months to August, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has said.That sees the figure rise by 0.1 per cent.The announcement will come as a blow to Rachel Reeves, as consensus expectations, cited by FXStreet, had pointed to a steady reading of 4.7 per cent.According to the ONS, the number of payrolled employees in the UK fell by 93,000 compared with August last year, though it rose by 10,000 on the month.Its early estimate for September, which it notes is subject to revision, suggests a year-on-year decline of 100,000…

PA MediaMartin Hibbert met members of the Coronation Street castA survivor of the Manchester Arena bombing who was left paralysed from the waist down has met Coronation Street stars as the show features a character who has just suffered a spinal injury.Martin Hibbert and his wife Gabby met Alan Halsall, who plays Tyrone Dobbs in the ITV soap, and his on-screen wife Fiz Stape, portrayed by Jennie McAlpine, to share their insights on “life after injury” as a married couple.Coronation Street fans recently watched mechanic Tyrone suffer a spinal cord injury in a hit and run, leaving him unable to…

Actress Frances Barber has publicly acknowledged a dramatic shift in her stance towards Donald Trump following his role in securing the Gaza ceasefire agreement. The performer, known for portraying Madame Kovarian in Doctor Who, shared her change of heart on social media.Ms Barber reposted content from Rita Panahi showing gratitude messages to President Trump displayed on a Tel Aviv beach. She accompanied this with her own admission: “I had TDS and I’m now eating my words.”Frances Barber said she had been suffering from ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome’ | IMDBWhen questioned about the acronym, Barber clarified she meant “Trump Derangement Syndrome.” Her…

Discount supermarket chain Lidl has announced plans to eliminate 130 positions in its human resources (HR) and recruitment divisions, just weeks before the festive season.Workers across the company’s HR departments were informed about the potential redundancies on Friday, sparking widespread concern among those affected.The positions under threat are spread across various regional distribution centres throughout the UK.The restructuring forms part of a broader efficiency drive within the retailer’s British operations. While the company plans to remove these regional roles, it will simultaneously create 100 new positions at its south-west London headquarters in Tolworth.This follows Tuesday’s announcement that UK unemployment rose…

Nadia Yahlom described the reaction to her removing the yellow hostage ribbons as “astonishing”A woman who cut down yellow ribbons at a north London park dedicated to Israeli hostages has defended her actions.Nadia Yahlom was filmed removing the ribbons attached to railings at Princes Avenue Park in Muswell Hill, in Haringey, on 6 October – the eve of the two-year anniversary of the Israel-Gaza war.She spoke to the exclusively, before the release of the last 20 surviving hostages and the return of almost 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and detainees on Monday. She asked why are the “only lives worth commemorating Jewish…

Former British Olympic athletics coach Jose Vicente Leiva-Modahl has been charged with child sex offences, the Crown Prosecution Service has announced.Leiva-Modahl, 65 – the husband of former Olympic middle-distance runner Diane Modahl – will appear in court on Tuesday to face 19 separate charges including sexual assault of a child, rape and controlling and coercive behaviour.All charges relate to the same woman between 2012 and 2024, the CPS said.It follows an investigation by Greater Manchester Police into Norwegian national Leiva-Modahl, who is also known as Vicente Modahl.”The Crown Prosecution Service has decided to prosecute Vicente Leiva-Modahl for a number of…