Amanda Abbington: I don’t have much confidence after Strictly ‘bullying’

Bethany Clarke has initiated a petition to raise awareness about the dangers of methanol poisoning after her best friend, Simone White, died from the toxic substance while they were on holiday in Laos. The two friends consumed shots at a bar, leading to severe illness that resulted in Simone's tragic death, while Bethany gradually recovered. The petition calls for methanol poisoning education to be included in school curricula, emphasizing the need for awareness of bootleg...

Revolut, a rapidly growing fintech company, has announced an initiative to enhance its working culture, coinciding with a significant profit increase of 148% to £1 billion in 2024. This surge in profits is attributed to a rise in subscriptions and revenues from its wealth and crypto trading divisions. Notably, the company has implemented an internal “Karma” system that tracks staff behavior, influencing decisions regarding bonus payouts, as outlined in its annual report. Full Article

Oasis fans have reportedly lost over £2 million to ticket scams since the band's reunion tour tickets went on sale last year, according to Lloyds Banking Group. The bank's analysis shows that fans account for more than 56% of all concert ticket fraud reported this year, with victims losing an average of £436 each. This data highlights the significant impact of ticket scams on the fan community, as many rush to purchase tickets at prices...

Summary British artist Stuart Semple claims to have replicated a unique blue-green hue discovered by scientists through laser pulses to the eye. He is selling this paint for £10,000 per 150ml jar, or £29.99 for fellow creatives who identify themselves as artists. However, the scientific community argues that the color cannot be replicated, challenging Semple's assertion. Full Article

Belfast rap group Kneecap faced criticism from US conservatives and Sharon Osbourne for their pro-Palestine statements during their Coachella performance on April 18. The group, known for their political messages, chanted "free, free Palestine" and displayed bold statements on stage, including accusations of genocide by Israel and condemnation of US support for Israeli actions. In response, Kneecap argued that their remarks were not aggressive compared to the violence inflicted on Gaza. Full Article

Lori Vallow Daybell A 'doomsday mum,' Lori Vallow Daybell, was found guilty of conspiring to murder her estranged husband, Charles Vallow, in 2019, aiming to collect his life insurance before marrying Chad Daybell. She is already serving three life sentences for the murders of her two children and conspiring to murder Chad's first wife, Tammy, who died in 2019. Vallow Daybell faces another trial in June for allegedly conspiring to murder her niece's ex-husband, Brandon...