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Melissa Jefferson-Wooden, the fastest woman in the world, has once again demonstrated her extraordinary pace — this time by taking on 100 men in a sprint organised by YouTube star MrBeast.Fresh from a sensational showing at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, where she claimed three gold medals, the 24-year-old American sprinter remains the dominant force in women’s track and field. Jefferson-Wooden stormed to victory in both the 200m and the 4x100m relay, but it was her 100m triumph that captured global attention.Clocking a stunning 10.61 seconds, she became the fourth-fastest woman in history, cementing her reputation as one of…
A bitter council feud has broken out over a picturesque Cotswold village’s strict planning rules.Snowshill, Gloucestershire, was made famous by 2001 blockbuster ‘Bridget Jones’s Diary’ and is often referred to as “the jewel of the Cotswolds”.The picturesque village was used in the 2001 classic ‘Bridget Jones’s Diary’ | GOOGLE MAPSLocals have been frustrated by planning rules which mean they must seek permission if they want to paint their front door a new colour, lay a patio or erect a gate.The village is under an Article 4 Direction, imposed by Tewkesbury Borough Council.The council does not want to disturb the village’s…
Meghan Markle’s friend Chrissy Teigen has opened up on the Duchess of Sussex’s marriage with Prince Harry.Ms Teigen praised the way Meghan deals with the intense media scrutiny that came with marrying the Duke of Sussex.The model told People: “It is insane to me how polarising she is for so many different people.“She really is just such a kind, good person that wants the best for all her friends and the best for people around her, and the best for her own relationship and for her children.Meghan Markle’s friend Chrissy Teigen has opened up on the Duchess of Sussex’s marriage…
The Chancellor has been given serious warnings over her anticipated tobacco duty increases, with a senior Australian retail figure urging her to avoid the violent criminal fallout that followed similar measures in his country.Theo Foukkare, who heads the Australian Association of Convenience Stores, has directly cautioned Rachel Reeves about the potential for British streets to witness the same gangland conflicts that have plagued Australia since steep tobacco tax rises were introduced.His intervention comes as the Treasury considers major duty increases on cigarettes and rolling tobacco ahead of the Budget.Since 2012, excise hikes of more than 400 per cent have led…
A Jewish social club opposite the Manchester synagogue which was subjected to a car and knife attack has been evacuated amid fears surrounding a substance found in an envelope, police have said.The Nicky day centre on Middleton Road in Crumpsall was evacuated due to concerns over what was described as a “suspicious substance”.Greater Manchester Police said they evacuated the centre as a precaution.The force later said: “Following investigation we can now confirm the substance found is non-suspicious and has no threat to the wider community.””We appreciate your patience and the co-operation from the community,” it added.Earlier, the force said it…
Queen guitarist Sir Brian May has been overwhelmed with messages of support from fans after sharing an emotional remembrance on the second anniversary of his close friend Phil Webb’s passing.The 78-year-old rock legend posted a moving tribute over the weekend to honour Mr Webb, who served as his personal driver for many years.Brian May shared a reflective post about the sad loss of his friend | PA Sunday’s anniversary prompted Mr May to share his memories once more, posting a photograph from his knighthood ceremony at Buckingham Palace, where Mr Webb can be seen alongside him. The image captures Mr…
A top weight loss expert has shared his go-to evening drink for burning fat while you sleep – and it’s not what you might expect. Professor Franklin Joseph, who runs Dr Frank’s Weight Loss Clinic, recommends a simple glass of plain kefir before bedtime.”Most people don’t realise the impact their evening choices have on overnight metabolism,” he explained. “What you drink before bed matters – and kefir ticks a lot of boxes without spiking your blood sugar or messing up your sleep.” Kefir has a low glycaemic load | GETTYThe fermented milk drink stands out from typical bedtime beverages like…
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson has said that he refused to give police his mobile phone Pin when he was stopped at the entry to the Channel Tunnel because it had “journalist material” on it, a court has heard.Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was charged under the Terrorism Act after allegedly failing to comply with the counter-terrorism powers in Folkestone in July 2024.He is on trial at Westminster Magistrates’ Court and has pleaded not guilty.A person who is detained under Schedule 7 of the Terrorism Act is legally obliged to provide the password or Pin for electronic devices. If…
Is this the start of a new sort of unexpected at The Stoop this season?Eight minutes gone, snappy ball off the top of the line-out, and fly-half Marcus Smith attacks just inside Saracens’ 10m line.In seasons past, it might have been a twinkle of the toes from Smith or a pop to a bludgeoning run from inside centres Andre Esterhuizen or Lennox Anyanwu.This time though, Smith punted an old-school up-and-under into the autumnal sun. Max Malins spilled it, Chandler Cunningham-South seized upon the ball and five phases later Smith himself was plunging over.In total, Harlequins kicked 32 times for 923…
A Jewish day centre opposite the Manchester synagogue where two worshippers died in a knife attack has been locked down by police after reports of a “suspicious substance” found in an envelope.The Nicky, a day centre for Jewish adults, on Middleton Road, has been cordoned off, amid a heavy police presence, with two ambulances also on the scene, along with security officers from the Jewish community.The building is directly opposite the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue, where a terror attack was carried out on October 2.The day centre has been evacuated “as a precaution” and everyone who was in the…