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Justin Bieber among celebrities shocked by Brittney Griner’s imprisonment in Russia
Justin Bieber is among the famous faces who have expressed shock and dismay at the jailing of American basketball player Brittney Griner in Russia. The pop ... -
Warner Bros Reportedly Dropped Batgirl Movie After Poor Screen Tests
Warner Bros has reportedly dropped its upcoming Batgirl film following poor screen test results. The DC film, which was to star Hollywood stars Michael Keaton, Brendan ... -
Heineken boosted by rising beer sales despite rising prices
Brewing giant Heineken revealed buyers bought more beer in the past half year despite rising prices. The company, which also makes Amstel and Birra Moretti, reported ... -
Archie Battersbee’s mum appeals to government with support ‘ending Monday’
The mother of a 12-year-old boy left in a coma after suffering brain damage has written an urgent appeal to the government, with supportive treatment due ... -
Amazon posts second-quarter loss but revenue beats estimates
Amazon reported its second straight quarterly loss on Thursday, but its earnings beat Wall Street expectations, sending its stock soaring. The Seattle-based e-commerce giant also said ... -
Hazards and mined waters slow rush to extract grain from Ukraine
Shipping companies are not rushing to export millions of tonnes of trapped grain out of Ukraine, despite a groundbreaking deal to provide safe corridors across the ... -
Akaya Lounge Slough: The popular restaurant on TikTok and Instagram
A RESTAURANT in Slough which is described as a ‘little gem’ has taken social media by storm. Akaya Lounge on Slough High Street is a popular ... -
Ukrainian woman saved from invasion by Irish church she volunteered for
A young Ukrainian woman was saved from the Russian invasion by an Irish church she volunteered with three years ago. Oleksandra Hromova, 23, and her mother ... -
Woman charged with murder, arson in Mormon Slough and tent burning in Stockton
A woman was charged with murder and arson on Tuesday for allegedly starting a tent fire that killed one person and injured another in Mormon Slough ... -
Woman arrested in connection with fatal tent fire
Stockton Police arrested a woman on Sunday in connection with a tent fire in which one person was killed and another injured in Mormon Slough. Erica ... -
July 18 Framed Response: Framed Movie Hints and Today’s Response
If you’re not a fan of the hit games Wordle or Heardle, maybe try the movie spin-off Framed. Described as a game for “cinephiles and casual ... -
Union anger over possible 5% wage offer to public sector workers
Unions have reacted angrily to suggestions that the government will offer a 5% pay rise next week for public sector workers, including nurses. Health unions have ... -
‘Double the Pupil Premium’ says social mobility expert
The pupil premium – funding used to improve the results of the poorest pupils – should double, while its eligibility criteria should be extended to help ... -
A4 London Road: Three men injured after Slough accident
THREE men have been injured after two cars crashed ‘head-on’ into a road in Slough. The incident happened at around 7.20pm on Friday July 8 on ... -
Zahawi rejects ‘defamations’ on tax cases as ‘inaccurate’ and ‘unfair’
Conservative leadership candidate Nadhim Zahawi has denounced “libel” over his tax affairs, saying he does not benefit from an offshore trust and has never held non-domicile ... -
Shinzo Abe: Maidenhead MP Theresa May pays tribute
EX-PRIME Minister Theresa May has paid ‘warm and kind’ former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. British politicians have paid tribute to Mr Abe, who was shot ... -
Thai cave rescue divers awarded honorary degrees
Two cave divers who managed the remarkable rescue of 13 people in a flooded cave system in Thailand have received honorary degrees. The operation led by ... -
Police find man suspected of shooting at Chicago-area parade
The 22-year-old man identified as a person of interest in the July 4 parade shooting in suburban Chicago has been taken into custody, police said. Highland ... -
Uvalde Schools Police chief quits council after firing over response critics
The Uvalde School District Police Chief resigned from the city council just weeks after being sworn in. It comes after allegations that he erred in his ... -
Covid restrictions ease in Shanghai as case numbers drop
Shanghai is set to allow restaurants and reopen its Disney Resort theme park as nationally transmitted Covid-19 cases in China’s biggest city remain at zero after ... -
Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice: Teen Movie Virtual Tour
TWO teenagers cared for by a children’s hospice in Maidenhead have created a special video. Aaron Sennick, 19, and Habibah Tariq, 14, who both have forms ... -
Tennis fans line up all night for Wimbledon tickets
Excited tennis fans are expected to queue overnight to get their hands on Wimbledon opening day tickets as the tournament returns to normal service after two ... -
Notting Hill Carnival’s first parade at festival ‘sums up Glastonbury’
Glastonbury festival-goers said an early Notting Hill Carnival parade ‘summed up’ the event at Worthy Farm perfectly. Caribbean dancers in bikinis and feather headdresses paraded through ... -
CDFW transports chinook salmon to Bay Area amid drought and heat
Juvenile Chinook salmon from hatcheries in the Central Valley are taking another trip to salt water this year in an effort to save fish from perishing ... -
EasyJet slashes Gatwick hours amid ‘operational issues’
EasyJet has announced it is “proactively” canceling flights at Gatwick in response to a cap introduced by the airport. The airline has canceled dozens of daily ... -
Dame Deborah James’ clothing line raises £1m for her BowelBabe fund
Dame Deborah James has raised £1million for cancer research through the sale of her clothing line with In The Style. The 40-year-old podcaster, known as BowelBabe ... -
Chalvey Road West ‘unbearable’ disorder due to anti-social behavior
A Chalvey RESIDENT said the anti-social behavior happening on his road was ‘unbearable’. Cabdullaahi Axmed, who lives on Chalvey Road West, said he and other residents ... -
Quordle Answer June 14: Quordle Word Hints and Today’s Answer
Are you ready for a challenge? Switch from Wordle to Quordle for your daily puzzle. Described by some as “Wordle on steroids”, this tricky puzzle game ... -
Lauren Price secures unanimous points victory on professional debut at Wembley
Lauren Price picked up a unanimous points victory over Icelandic fighter Valgerdur Gudstensdottir on her professional debut at Wembley Arena. The Olympic middleweight champion from Tokyo ... -
Slough’s inadequate Grove Academy could see its funding withdrawn
A SCHOOL where some students felt ‘unsafe’ and racially abused has been warned it could have its funding withdrawn by the government. The Grove Academy, which ... -
Sunak reaffirms commitment to cut business taxes in the fall
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has reaffirmed his commitment to cutting business taxes later in the year as the government seeks to get back on track following Monday’s ... -
Johnson will learn the fate shortly before the 9 p.m. vote of confidence is announced
Boris Johnson’s fate will be decided in Committee Room 10, in the heart of the Palace of Westminster, where Tory MPs will vote. MPs have been ... -
William pays tribute to Queen’s optimism in Jubilee concert speech
The Duke of Cambridge hailed the Platinum Jubilee concert as full of “optimism and joy” as he praised the Queen for her “hope” for the future ... -
On this day in 2008: Sven Goran-Eriksson leaves Manchester City
Sven-Goran Eriksson left Manchester City on this day in 2008 after just one season as manager. Thousands of City fans had signed a petition in support ... -
Hurricane Agatha sets record after hitting Mexico at 105 mph
A hurricane went down in history as the strongest on record in the eastern Pacific in May – blowing at 105 mph. Hurricane Agatha made landfall ... -
Berkshire stations that were “underground” long before Crossrail
This week saw the launch of the Elizabeth line. The long-delayed Crossrail project launched its first services on Tuesday May 24. The Elizabeth line has seen ... -
Stephen Eskinazi stars in Middlesex record win over Gloucestershire
New Middlesex T20 captain Stephen Eskinazi got off to a flying start as he fired 87 from just 37 to power his side to a Vitality ... -
Martina Navratilova puzzled players could miss Wimbledon over ranking points
Nine-time Wimbledon champion Martina Navratilova has expressed bewilderment at star players who could snub the championships this summer due to lack of ranking points. It was ... -
Beijing extends work-from-home order as Covid-19 cases rise
Beijing extended orders for workers and students to stay home and ordered additional mass testing as Covid-19 cases rose again in the Chinese capital. Many of ... -
Tyrrell Hatton criticizes the state of the greens in Southern Hills after his exit
England’s Tyrrell Hatton has criticized the condition of the greens at Southern Hills after a disappointing end to his second round of the US PGA Championship. ... -
NATO responds to Turkey’s concerns over Sweden and Finland – Stoltenberg
Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said he was “confident that we will take a quick decision to welcome Sweden and Finland into the NATO family” despite Turkey’s ... -
Laura Robson retires and Jake Daniels receives praise – sports social Monday
Sports stars and clubs around the world continue to give insight into their lives on social media. Here, the PA news agency takes a look at ... -
Haaland bids farewell and tones up Root – Saturday Sports Social
Sports stars and clubs around the world continue to give insight into their lives on social media. Here, the PA news agency takes a look at ... -
What do the latest NHS performance figures show?
Here are the key figures from the latest NHS performance data in England: The number of people in England waiting to start routine hospital treatment has ... -
Indonesian sailors find £66million worth of cocaine floating at sea
Sailors deployed to secure voyages during the Eid al-Fitr holiday have made Indonesia’s largest cocaine seizure after finding plastic packaging of the drug floating at sea, ... -
BAFTA TV Awards 2022: Best Dressed on the Red Carpet
The event at the Royal Festival Hall in Southbank is hosted by comedian Richard Ayoade and celebrates the best of British television through multiple awards. During ... -
Over 200 artists join Ukrainian violinist in music video collaboration
The melancholic sound of music by Ukrainian violinist Vera Lytovchenko echoed through metro stations, consoling people, some homeless, huddled in fear of Russian bombardment. A new ... -
Football rumours: Romelu Lukaku pushes back interest amid Chelsea frustration
Despite being pushed to the sidelines by Thomas Tuchel in recent months, the Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku has no interest in joining AC Milan or Newcastle ... -
Dubai delivery drivers quit jobs in rare protest over pay
Delivery drivers protesting pay cuts and grueling working conditions staged an extremely rare strike in Dubai over the weekend. The massive walkout has crippled one of ... -
Suspected tornado causes severe damage as it tears through Kansas
A suspected tornado that tore through parts of Kansas damaged several buildings, injured several people and left more than 6,500 people without power. Officials said the ... -
US House passes military lend-lease bill to expedite aid to Ukraine
The U.S. House of Representatives has given its final vote to legislation that streamlines a World War II military lend-lease program to supply Ukraine with U.S. ... -
Lloyds slashes UK economic outlook amid inflation concerns as profits fall
Lloyds Banking Group warned of an “uncertain” wider UK economy due to soaring inflation as it posted a 14% drop in quarterly profits. The credit giant ... -
Warren Buffett plans final private auction for charity lunch
A chance to secure a seat at what is believed to be the most expensive lunch in the world is offered again this spring when investor ... -
Father’s grief after ‘devastating’ homophobic attack leaves son in hospital
The father of a man hospitalized after a homophobic attack has described the “absolutely devastating” effect it has had on his son and his family. Morgan ... -
Frank Lampard insists ‘anything is possible’ after Everton battle for point
Everton manager Frank Lampard insists ‘anything is possible’ if his relegation-threatened side continue to show the fight that saw them score a late point in a ... -
Ukrainian woman ‘very excited’ to open hair business in London
A Ukrainian woman who fled kyiv on the day of the Russian invasion said she was “very excited” to start her own hairdressing business in south-east ... -
Cancer patients face ‘disheartening’ wait for treatment due to missed goals
Thousands of cancer patients in England are facing ‘distressing’ waiting times due to missed targets after the coronavirus pandemic, according to the Liberal Democrats. The party, ... -
Poverty affects babies even before they are born, new study finds
Babies unborn to poorer mothers are smaller than their wealthier counterparts by mid-pregnancy, study finds, putting them at risk of a lifetime of poor health. This ... -
Football rumours: RB Leipzig make move for Erik Ten Hag
Manchester United’s chances of getting Ajax coach Erik Ten Hag could be blocked by the efforts of RB Leipzig, according to the Daily Telegraph. The German ... -
Grand National 2022: Latest special offers odds and bookmakers
Rachael Blackmore is aiming for glory again at the Randox Grand National after her life-changing win aboard Minella Times last year. Blackmore’s victory in 2021 made ... -
Omicron symptoms less severe than Delta variant – study
People with Omicron are more likely to have a sore throat and less likely to lose their sense of smell compared to Delta, according to a ... -
An exhibition celebrating British pop culture will be launched in Manchester
The first national collection dedicated to the preservation and research of popular culture will be launched in Manchester next month. The British Pop Archive, set up ... -
‘Landmark’ Alzheimer’s study could lead to better diagnosis and treatment
For the first time, more than 40 genes have been linked to Alzheimer’s disease in a ‘landmark’ new study that could pave the way for better ... -
UK could massively increase nuclear capacity by 2050
The UK could massively increase its nuclear capacity by 2050 – with new plants having much greater capacity, it is understood. The business secretary suggested that ... -
What the Newspapers Are Saying – March 1
The country’s front pages are about soaring prices as the biggest increase in national energy bills in living memory takes effect. “Good cruel day” the DailyMirror ... -
Slough couple who own pet pigs teach them tricks
MEET Ham Solo and Piggles – two adorable piggies who have found a new life in their home in Slough. Sam White and Emily Pridham have ... -
Warrington demolishes Martinez for IBF belt in stunning seven-round stoppage
Josh Warrington’s father and trainer, Sean O’Hagan, expects his son to pursue his American dream after winning back the IBF featherweight title. Warrington became a double ... -
What the Newspapers Say – March 25
Solutions to the UK inflation problem, a warning from President Joe Biden to Russia and the P&O scandal are among the topics in today’s headlines. The ... -
Failure of energy suppliers will add £2.4bn to bills – Ofgem
Energy suppliers who picked up the pieces when dozens of their rivals collapsed last year could be paid £2.4billion in energy bills, a watchdog has claimed. ... -
Chelsea owner Abramovich’s luxury yacht docks in Turkey
A yacht belonging to sanctioned Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich has docked in the Turkish resort town of Bodrum, Turkish media have reported. It comes amid international ... -
Jesse Marsch convinced Leeds can retain Premier League status
Head coach Jesse Marsch is confident Leeds “can control their own destiny” and retain their Premier League status after coming from a 2-0 down to win ... -
Wayne Pivac: Wales grew through the Six Nations
Wayne Pivac believes Wales have seen growth from this season’s Guinness Six Nations as they bid for third place. A bonus point win against Italy on ... -
Protesters on oligarch’s balcony ‘made peace with arrest’
Four protesters who were surrounded by police on the balcony of a central London mansion owned by oligarch Oleg Deripaska say they ‘made peace by being ... -
Cristiano Ronaldo’s hat-trick helps Manchester United win against Tottenham
Hat-trick hero Cristiano Ronaldo powered Manchester United to a vital 3-2 win in a thrilling Premier League clash with top four rivals Tottenham. Saturday night kicked ... -
London ‘has made very substantial progress’ in tackling terror attacks – report
London is significantly better prepared to deal with a potential terrorist attack than five years ago, although the capital will never be “entirely safe”, according to ... -
Thomas Tuchel urges Andreas Christensen to sign for Chelsea
Thomas Tuchel has urged Andreas Christensen not to desert Chelsea before the ‘decisive moment’ of his career at Stamford Bridge. Barcelona are said to be confident ... -
The Kitchen: a dog-friendly cafe is about to open in Wraysbury
A DOG-FRIENDLY cafe will open in the heart of Wraysbury this weekend. Owners Nicky and Garry Hall will be cooking up a storm by hosting the ... -
LOVE Slough: the fine arts festival calls on artists to present their works
ARTISTS can show their love for Slough through art. The Slough Hub and 99 World Artists have announced that they are accepting applications from people wishing ... -
George Ezra’s documentary among UK Global Screen Fund award winners
A dozen independent film productions and companies have received awards under the UK Global Screen Fund, it has been announced. The Global Screen Fund launched a ... -
New treatment could extend the lives of brain tumor patients
Scientists have discovered a new treatment regimen that could potentially extend the lives of people with the deadliest type of brain tumour. A breakthrough research from ... -
Slough’s children’s service improves but remains ‘fragile’
INSPECTORS have found improvements in services for children at Slough Council but say the situation remains ‘fragile’. Ofsted has issued an overall positive report on Slough ... -
Boris Johnson: ‘Inconceivable’ that sports relations could continue with Russia
Boris Johnson said it was ‘inconceivable’ that sports relations could continue with Russia under Vladimir Putin, when football teams across the country stood in solidarity with ... -
Satellite images show damage to airfield in eastern Ukraine
A satellite image that appears to show damage to an airfield in eastern Ukraine was shared by an Earth observation company the day Russia launched an ... -
SEGRO: reaching new heights with the first multi-storey industrial development in the Thames Valley
SEGRO to reach new heights with first multi-storey industrial development in the Thames Valley February 23, 2022 Plans have been approved for SEGRO to develop the ... -
Eating vegetables may not protect against heart disease, study finds
A diet rich in vegetables does not protect against heart disease, according to a new study. The findings challenge previous research that suggests eating more vegetables ... -
Win over Manchester United could transform Leeds season – Dominic Matteo
Former Leeds defender Dominic Matteo believes victory over Manchester United in Sunday’s Wars of the Roses could transform their season. Leeds’ second Premier League campaign has ... -
Portugal lifts Covid restrictions as cases drop
The Portuguese government has announced that it is ending coronavirus restrictions, following the path of other European countries where an increase in cases attributed to the ... -
Cuba begins public consultation on marriage equality law
Cuban leaders have launched a series of neighborhood meetings across the island to debate a measure that would legalize same-sex marriage and adoption. The planned 78,000 ... -
Slough CVS is holding art classes to help people get through the pandemic
ART is helping vulnerable adults overcome the pandemic, thanks to a charity based in Slough. The Slough Council for Voluntary Service (Slough CVS), based on Church ... -
Mezzanine floor collapses in London bar
People are being treated by paramedics after a mezzanine collapsed at a London bar and restaurant. The incident happened on Saturday night at Two More Years ... -
Wordle moved to New York Times website, footage reset
Wordle users were redirected to the New York Times (NYT) website, the game’s new owner, and their sequences were accidentally reset. Users navigating to the game’s ... -
Platinum Jubilee: Share photos of street parties and memories
PHOTOGRAPHS will be chosen to create a special exhibition ahead of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations this year. The Royal Borough invites residents to share their ... -
Coronavirus Berkshire: Over 1,000 cases reported this weekend
More than 1,000 new cases of coronavirus were recorded in Berkshire over the weekend. According to the latest figures recorded yesterday (Sunday February 6), a total ... -
What the Newspapers Say – February 6
The Sunday Mail, sunday mirror and Sunday people report that the Queen used her Platinum Jubilee message to the nation to support the Duchess of Cornwall ... -
Slough Borough Council announces list of top priorities to address financial issues
Repair work at struggling Slough Borough Council will begin with the hiring of more permanent staff. Plans to repair the reputation of the local authority’s children’s ... -
McVitie’s Unveils New Salted Caramel Flavored Club Bar – Where To Buy
Snacks brand McVitie’s has launched a new flavor of its iconic Club bar for the first time in 10 years. They released a salted caramel flavor ... -
Help researchers track the elusive Santa Cruz long-toed salamander – Monterey Herald
MOSS LANDING — Landowners in the Monterey Bay area could help scientists learn more about the elusive and highly endangered Santa Cruz long-toed salamander by lending ... -
Thousands in Ottawa join protests against Canada’s Covid vaccine mandates
Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Canada’s capital to protest vaccination mandates, masks and lockdowns. Some parked in the grounds of the National War Memorial and danced ... -
Saracens boss Mark McCall will take a short medical break
Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall is due to take a short break from the game for medical reasons. McCall has been in charge of the ... -
US stocks fall after Fed says interest rates will rise ‘soon’
An early market rally on Wall Street gave way to a broad tumble in stocks and a surge in bond yields after the Federal Reserve announced ... -
Australian Open fans are welcome to wear Peng Shuai t-shirts
Australian Open spectators are encouraged to wear t-shirts supporting Peng Shuai, tournament director Craig Tiley said. Organizers have come under fire after a woman wearing a ... -
Farmers join opposition parties to protest Spain’s rural policy
Farmers, cattle ranchers and hunting enthusiasts have descended on Madrid to protest the environmental and economic policies of Spain’s centre-left government. The protest was organized by ... -
Cristiano Ronaldo doubtful for Manchester United due to neck problem
Cristiano Ronaldo is a doubt for Manchester United’s game against West Ham with a neck complaint. After missing two games with a hip bending problem, the ... -
Review: Blood Brothers at Theater Royal Windsor
A standing ovation filled the auditorium as the cast of Blood Brothers bowed on their successful opening night. Originally written by Willy Russell, this musical sensation ... -
Goldman Sachs fourth-quarter profits fall 13% as compensation costs soar
Goldman Sachs said its fourth-quarter profits fell 13% from a year earlier, largely because the bank prepared to pay hefty payouts to its well-paid employees. This ... -
Neil Robertson dominates Barry Hawkins to claim second Masters title
Neil Robertson claimed his second Masters title with a 10-4 win over Barry Hawkins at Alexandra Palace. The 39-year-old Australian, a 2012 champion, dominated after Hawkins ... -
Two houses in Slough are to be demolished for 18 flats
APPROVED plans to demolish two houses for 18 flats are just one of many planning decisions or requests submitted to local authorities in Slough, Windsor or ... -
‘Disrespectful’ leak of Prime Minister’s statement on Covid investigated
The Scottish government has opened an investigation into the leaked Prime Minister’s statement on Covid-19. Details of the statement – where the 500-person cap on outdoor ... -
The Duchess of Cambridge personally thanks supporters for the anniversary messages
The Duchess of Cambridge thanked supporters who wished her a happy birthday. Kate, who is 40 today, took to Twitter to personally thank everyone who messaged ... -
Judge re-issues permit for Creston water bottling plant
A Flathead County District Court judge ruled that the state had unlawfully granted a permit for a water bottling plant in the Creston area. The permit ... -
New auto industry suffers from ‘gloomy’ 2021 with sluggish recovery
Demand for new cars in the UK grew only 1% last year despite an increase in electric vehicles, new figures show. About 1.65 million new cars ... -
Supercomputers Could Be The Answer To The Biggest Threat To Human Health
Scientists have taken a “giant leap” in using supercomputers to combat the greatest threat to human health posed by antibiotic resistance. Each year, an estimated 700,000 ... -
Rapper Kodak Black arrested for alleged trespassing in Florida
By Press Association 2021 Rapper Kodak Black appears in court Rapper Kodak Black has been arrested for trespassing in South Florida. The Broward Sheriff’s Office said ... -
Arthur’s killers sentenced to prison terms referred to Court of Appeal
Prison sentences for Emma Tustin and Thomas Hughes, who killed six-year-old Arthur Labinjo-Hughes, have been referred to the Court of Appeal for being too lenient, Attorney ... -
Labor accuses government of ‘appeasement’ of online vaccine misinformation
The government has been accused of appeasement as an analysis of the work found that dedicated anti-vaccination groups on social media with hundreds of thousands of ... -
Two men arrested after stabbing death in Leicester
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of an injured man with a knife on a street in Leicester. Leicestershire Police ... -
Reports of unexplained sightings in the skies over Northern Ireland are increasing
From mysterious discs on Slemish Mountain in County Antrim to bizarre footage spotted on CCTV, unexplained sightings have increased further in Northern Ireland last year. Police ... -
Nurses in “desperation” and working 14 hours a day in the midst of a “depleted workforce”
Nurses are in “desperation” and regularly work 14 hours a day as they grapple with massive staff shortages caused by the wave of the Omicron coronavirus, ... -
New restrictions will be introduced in Wales on Boxing Day
New measures are to be introduced in Wales from 6 a.m. on Boxing Day to tackle the rate hike on the Omicron variant, ministers said. Prime ... -
Gender recognition “should come closer to a self-declaration system”
Transgender people shouldn’t have to live in their acquired gender for two years before they can gain legal recognition, as this “entrenched outdated gender stereotypes,” MEPs ...
