New VAR protocol only ever seen once before in England leaves fans divided as they claim Newcastle ‘robbed’ vs Arsenal

Jamie Carragher criticized Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya for playing a risky pass that led to a Newcastle goal in their 2-0 defeat in the Carabao Cup semi-finals. Eddie Howe's Newcastle impressed with intense man-to-man pressing tactics, with Fabian Schar hounding Arsenal's Declan Rice. Despite Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta acknowledging his team's lack of sharpness, Howe praised his players for executing the game plan effectively and securing a spot in the Wembley final. Full Article

White noise machines are popular among parents seeking better sleep for their babies by drowning out background noise, but neurosurgeon Dr. Edward Chang warns of potential negative effects on brain development due to lack of natural sound exposure. While some parents defend the use of white noise for improved sleep quality, experts advise caution with volume levels to prevent hearing damage and suggest placing the machine at a distance from the child's sleeping area to...

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

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

In a fascinating exploration of the origins of common phrases, it is revealed that saying "pardon my French" or "spilling the beans" has historical and cultural significance. The phrase "by and large" originates from nautical slang, referring to sailing techniques to balance the ship against the wind. Other sailing-based phrases like "loose cannon" and "chock-a-block" also have seafaring roots, adding depth to our everyday language. Full Article

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