Mobile ban in schools not improving grades or behaviour, study suggests

In the 2023 NFL Draft, cornerback Christian Gonzalez was almost selected by the Commanders one spot ahead of the Patriots, who ultimately secured him as the final first-round pick of the Bill Belichick era after a trade with the Steelers. Despite initial disagreement within Washington's front office, they chose cornerback Emmanuel Forbes instead, who struggled and was eventually released in 2024. Gonzalez, identified as the top cornerback in the draft, has since become a standout...

Nigel Farage has given his backing to Donald Trump's proposal to transform Gaza into the "Riviera of the Middle East", despite global criticism. Trump's plan involves resettling people in beautiful homes to prevent violence in Gaza. Farage praised Trump's ambition and commended his performance since taking office. Full Article

Rachel Reeves has been embroiled in the controversy surrounding Keir Starmer's meeting with his voice coach during Covid restrictions in late 2020. Starmer defended himself against accusations of breaking lockdown rules by criticizing the Tories for their own partying habits. The dispute centers around whether actress Leonie Mellinger was allowed to advise Starmer in person during Tier 4 lockdown restrictions, with Downing Street claiming it was necessary for her to assist him in preparing for...

Iran recently deployed Russian-made long-range air defense systems in a military exercise in response to Israeli airstrikes that reportedly weakened Tehran's defenses. This move followed discussions between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump, who reaffirmed their commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. The deployment of air defense systems came as a strategic response to perceived threats and ongoing tensions in the region. Full Article

President Donald Trump's plan to impose higher tariffs on Canada and Mexico seems contradictory as tariffs drive up prices, potentially leading to inflation, which Trump aims to curb. The move to increase tariffs could undermine efforts to keep inflation in check. Despite this apparent contradiction, Trump is pushing forward with his tariff policy, sparking concerns about its impact on the economy. Full Article

Actor Paul Hugh 'P.H.' Moriarty has passed away at the age of 86, as confirmed by his family and Orchid Cancer. Best known for his roles in films like Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels and The Long Good Friday, Moriarty was a talented actor and voice actor. He died with his wife by his side in the early hours of Sunday morning. Full Article