In Germany, the gloomy puppet Bernd das Brot celebrates his 25th anniversary as an unexpectedly popular children’s TV character beloved by adults for his grumpy demeanor and catchphrase “Mist!”. Created in 2000, Bernd’s deadpan humor and reluctance to be a TV presenter have won him a cult following, leading to awards and even a kidnapping incident. Despite his desire to leave the show, new episodes and online activities are planned as Bernd, alongside his pals Chili and Briegel, hilariously attempts to become a bread influencer with their social media channel “Better with Bernd.”
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Father who reversed over son, 3, with telehandler jailed for 12 months
Neil Speakman, a father from Bury, Greater Manchester, was jailed for 12 months after reversing into his three-year-old son, Albie, with a farm vehicle, causing fatal injuries. Although Speakman was cleared of gross negligence manslaughter, he admitted to breaching the Health and Safety at Work Act for failing to ensure Albie's safety. The sentencing judge emphasized that caring for his son should have been the top priority and that the tragic incident could have been...
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