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

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

Former President Donald Trump meets with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Trump Tower in New York, discussing the possibility of ending the Ukraine-Russia war within Trump's first 24 hours back in the White House. Concerns arise over potential pressure from Trump to cede land to Moscow, prompting the need to appeal to his desire to appear strong and ensure that any peace settlement safeguards Ukraine's interests and allows the country to maintain its security policy...

In just 49 days, Liz Truss was out while Labour is predicted to rule until 2029, causing widespread panic with tax hikes and spending cuts leading to economic decline. Starmer and Reeves' actions, including a £40 billion tax blitz and increased borrowing, have resulted in job losses and inflation. With energy prices set to rise and a potential recession looming, Labour faces criticism for their chaotic policies and broken promises. Full Article

Former deputy prime minister John Prescott, a key figure in the New Labour government, has passed away at 86 after battling Alzheimer's disease. He spent his life fighting for social justice and environmental protection, representing Hull for 40 years as an MP and earning tributes from across the political spectrum, including former US vice president Al Gore, for his dedication to climate action. Full Article