I Just Learned Where Mince Pies Got Their Name From, And I'm Horrified

Last year's Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special featured a judging panel that included celebrities from various backgrounds, such as comedy, sport, and TV. The six stars competing in this year's festive episode have been confirmed, with participants like comedian Josh Widdicombe, drag performer Tayce, and racing driver Billy Monger joining the lineup. Each celebrity will be paired with a professional dancer in hopes of winning the Silver Star trophy on the annual Christmas Day broadcast....

The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant, as well as Hamas leader Mohammed Deif, citing war crimes and crimes against humanity. The warrants are based on allegations of starvation as a method of warfare, murder, and other inhumane acts in Gaza. Israel and the US have rejected the ICC's decision, while the UK has emphasized Israel's right to defend itself and called for an immediate ceasefire...

Condensation on windows in colder months can lead to damage, but distinguishing between regular condensation and rising damp can be tricky. Damp experts advise looking for mould growth, salt deposits, and other signs like peeling paint or wallpaper to identify rising damp. To combat condensation, experts recommend using dehumidifiers, fans, weather stripping seals, and moving plants away from windows. Full Article

A dad, Andrew Frazer, was left in an induced coma after being punched outside a nightclub in Benidorm while on vacation for his brother's birthday. Despite not having travel insurance, he was initially treated and sent back to his hotel, but his condition deteriorated, requiring emergency surgery for a serious brain bleed. His family is fundraising for a medical flight home, as Andrew remains in a coma, unable to walk or talk, with his skull...

Amy Glover from HuffPost UK is particular about her brownie, carrot cake, and rocky road recipes, preferring dense, chocolatey brownies and moist carrot cake with cream cheese icing. After comparing recipes from Mary Berry, Gordon Ramsay, and Jamie Oliver, she found Odlums's rocky road recipe to be the best, incorporating milk and dark chocolate, Golden Syrup, mini marshmallows, and Maltesers. She also incorporated elements from the celebrity chef recipes, such as using Digestives instead of...

A man in his 60s has been arrested in connection with the 2022 explosion in Creeslough, Co Donegal that killed 10 people. The arrest is related to alleged offences under the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997, with the investigation ongoing. Local gardaí in Donegal, supported by various agencies, are leading the investigation into the incident, focusing on the gas system at the site where the explosion occurred. Full Article