The Earth spins, the quiz arrives. Come rain or shine, here we are. Quizzing together again. What is there to say on this mid-October end-of-week? Not a lot really, and anyway, you’re not here for rambling intros – you’re here for 25 questions. The quizzing menu this week contains a round about Hollywood Walk of […]

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“We love you Liam.” One Direction have shared a heartbreaking message to Instagram following the news last night that their bandmate, Liam Payne, had died in Argentina. Payne was found dead at a hotel in Buenos Aires on Wednesday night, with emergency services stating he fell from a third-floor balcony at the hotel. He was […]

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‘Liam will live forever in our hearts’ Liam Payne’s family have said they are ‘heartbroken’ in a statement following his death in Argentina. The 31-year-old was found dead at a hotel in Buenos Aires on Wednesday night, with emergency services stating he fell from a third-floor balcony at the hotel. He was pronounced dead at […]

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A police investigation into the incident is underway Ozzy Osbourne’s former guitarist Jake E. Lee has been reportedly “shot multiple times” whilst he was out walking his dog. A representative for the musician said he was hit “at random” while out walking in Las Vegas in the early hours of the morning. He is currently […]

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Tributes have poured in for him A British influencer who died after falling from the highest bridge in Spain has been pictured for the first time since his death. Lewis Stevenson, 26, fell from the 630ft Castilla La Mancha bridge on Sunday morning as he tried to scale the structure for a social media stunt video. […]

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The incident caused production of the show to be suspended The ‘racist remark’ that halted filming on Mrs Brown’s Boys has been revealed following a BBC investigation. This week, it was reported that a comment from series creator and star Brendan O’Carroll during a script read-through had prompted an investigation from BBC bosses. It’s been […]

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A third child is in hospital with serious injuries Two children are among five dead after a crash on the M6 involving two vehicles. The collision happened on the M6 Northbound, past Tebay services, on Tuesday afternoon at 16:04. A man, woman and two children from Glasgow travelling in a Toyota were pronounced dead at […]

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There’ll be a strong northern Britpop theme at the concerts The support acts for Oasis’s tour of the UK and Ireland next summer have been revealed, according to sources. In July and August 2025, the Gallagher brothers will be heading on a huge 17-date tour across the UK and Ireland as they reunite as Oasis […]

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He feels he has been ‘left to rot’ A man has said his life has been destroyed after suffering major health complications from the Covid booster. Larry Lowe was a healthy 54-year-old who ran 10km most days when he decided to get the Pfizer Covid booster in December 2021. However, within days he started had […]

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They’ll be available to buy from next week Crocs has announced it’s latest range of shoes – but this time, they’re for dogs. Probably one of the most popular shoe brands in the world, Crocs have seen something of a resurgence in recent years, suddenly becoming a trendy brand to wear out and about. Now, […]

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O’Carroll has apologised for the incident Filming on this year’s Mrs Brown’s Boys Christmas special was suspended following an inappropriate comment from creator Brendan O’Carroll. The BBC launched an investigation after O’Carroll used a “racial term” during a read-through for the specials last Wednesday (October 9). In a statement to the Mirror, the 69-year-old said […]

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‘God took me to hell’ A woman who “died for 11 minutes” has revealed what she saw in “heaven and hell.” Charlotte Holmes, from Wichita, Kansa, was undergoing a routine check-up with her cardiologist in back in 2019 when her blood pressure soared to a dangerously high level. She was warned she was at high […]

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A race is apparently on to become the first to publish the evidence A British professor has claimed researchers are just weeks away from publishing evidence of an alien civilisation. Professor Simon Holland, an academic who has produced documentaries for NASA-funded projects, has said two rival groups of astronomers are aiming to become the first […]

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His family have said they are ‘utterly heartbroken’ Scottish DJ Jack Revill, known as Jackmaster, has died in Ibiza at the age of 38. The Glasgow DJ and music producer had suffered an accidental heady injury on the island. His family confirmed on he had passed away on Saturday morning following “complications arising” from the […]

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Time to get high on quiz. 420 hey? If you don’t understand why that number has significance, then firstly let me congratulate you on living a very wholesome and somewhat sheltered life, and secondly I’ll give you two mins to go and google it. Back? Good. Of course, I’ve never needed any foreign substances to […]

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‘Lieutenant Dan is okay!’ A one-legged Florida man who made headlines for refusing to leave his boat as Hurricane Milton approached has survived the stormy night at sea. For days, Florida has been bracing for the huge storm to hit the state, with millions having evacuated before 125mph gusts and flooding hit. One man had […]

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The coroner have shared their initial findings The coroner has shared an update about George Baldock’s cause and time of death. On Wednesday evening, the news broke that the 31-year-old had been found dead in a pool at his home in Athens, Greece. In a statement, his family said: “We can confirm that George has […]

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Baldock had been found unresponsive at his home in Greece George Baldock’s family have released a heartbreaking statement following the footballer’s death at the age of 31. On Wednesday evening, it was reported that the former Sheffield United player – who spent seven years at Bramall Lane – had been found dead in his swimming […]

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He’s issued a direct apology to the couple Piers Morgan has had to apologise to Beyonce and Jay-Z after lawyers for the pair got in touch with him over comments made on his show. The former Good Morning Britain anchor made the rare apology after serious allegations relating to arrested rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs were […]

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This article contains affiliate links, we may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. The perfect time to finally hop on the air fryer trend Over the last few years, there’s one gadget that has spawned in kitchens up and down the land. We are of course talking about the air fryer. And […]

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‘It was great seducing someone with your mind’ Angelina Jolie has said the “best sex” she ever has was with her co-star Denzel Washington. Jolie appeared alongside Washington in the 1999 thriller, The Bone Collector. In the film, she plays the role of Amelia Donaghy, a cop who becomes romantically involved with forensics expert Lincoln […]

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This article contains affiliate links, we may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. You can get one of the biggest games for a bargain price The eagerly-anticipated Amazon Prime Big Deal Days have arrived, and if you’re a gamer then we’ve got a huge deal for you to make the most of. […]

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The 136 year case may finally be over A Jack the Ripper expert who has spent almost three decades researching him claims to have recreated the face of the notorious serial killer. Jack the Ripper is known to have killed and mutilated at least five women in the Whitechapel area of London over a four […]

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Another quiz to shove into your brain Here we are, once more, with 25 questions laid out in front of you. Five rounds standing in between you and quizzing immortality. So, what can you expect this week, on the first quiz of October? How about French translations of famous films? Piqued your interest? What about […]

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He could face 10 years behind bars A doctor has pleaded guilty in the drug-related death of actor Matthew Perry. Dr Mark Chavez changed his plea to guilty to a charge of conspiring to distribute ketamine. The 54-year-old doctor operated a ketamine clinic and sold ketamine lozenges to Dr Salvador Plasencia, who supplied them to […]

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‘It’s just a matter of time before it explodes’ A new star is set to appear in our sky any day now in a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ astronomical event. Scientists are waiting with bated breath for T Coronae Borealis – also known as the Blaze Star – to light up the night sky for the first time […]

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The perfect cure for winter blues As winter looms into view, you may be looking for a last-minute getaway to soak up some sunshine away from the dark nights and chilly mornings. But with the barren land of October on the horizon, you probably don’t want to break the bank with a long-haul flight to […]

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Many thought it was the ‘end of an era’ Fans of The Simpsons were left shocked on Sunday when the 36th season of the iconic cartoon opened with what appeared to be a season finale. Undoubtedly one of the greatest TV shows of all time, The Simpsons is still soldiering on almost 35 years after […]

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Tributes have poured in for the award-winning actor Broadway and TV star Gavin Creel has died at the age of 48. His publicist Matt Polk announced Creel’s passing on Tuesday, saying that the TV and Broadway actor had been suffering from a “rare and aggressive” cancer. Creel was best known for his theatre career, which […]

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He paid thousands for the guitar Taylor Swift might be the most popular musician on the planet, but not everyone is a fan of her music. And some want to make their dislike of the popstar known. One man in the US decided to spend thousands of dollars on a signed Taylor Swift guitar at […]

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A man was arrested following the incident Police have issued an update following the death of an 8-year-old child who was shot in the head at a farm in Cumbria. On Saturday (September 28), police were called to a farm north of Warcop area at around 2:50pm following a report that a child had been […]

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‘One rough hour – and I mean real rough…’ Donald Trump has seemingly called for a Purge-style day in the US to reduce crime in the country. The Republican candidate is currently on the campaign trail ahead of the US presidential election in November when he will face off against Kamala Harris in the race […]

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‘When you see a rainbow, know he’s smiling down on us all’ Country music legend and actor Kris Kristofferson has died at the age of 88, it has been announced. A representative announced he had passed away “peacefully” on Saturday at his home in Hawaii, surrounded by family. The statement said Kristofferson was a “peacenik, […]

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Her family have announced the news in a statement. Actress Maggie Smith, known for her roles in the Harry Potter films and Downton Abbey, has died at the age of 89. Announcing her death, her children Chris Larkin and Toby Stephens said in a statement: “It is with great sadness we have to announce the […]

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‘Oh this season is going to hurt… a lot.’ The first trailer has landed for season two of The Last of Us, and it looks like fans are going to be put through the wringer again. The first season of The Last of Us was a huge success upon its release in 2023. Adapted from the acclaimed […]

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Brought to you by Lynx. And we’re back It’s over, guys. September is (almost) done, someone go and wake up Billie Joe Armstrong. Long live October. If we were in any doubt about summer being well and truly gone, this week really was the final nail in the coffin. Never mind, there’s plenty to look […]

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Sounds like the dream A man has explained how living on a cruise ship for 300 days a year actually works out cheaper than renting a place on dry land. Ryan Gutridge spends the vast majority of his calendar year on Royal Caribbean cruises, having first started pursuing a life at sea in 2021. Because […]

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He was sacked from the BBC last month Jermaine Jenas has posted a message on social media thanking his fans for their support and suggested he would soon return to football broadcasting following his sacking from the BBC for workplace misconduct. Last month, Jenas was sacked by the BBC following an investigation into his conduct […]

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He said the show is his ‘story of survival, both on a desert island and off it’ Phillip Schofield has released a statement following the news that he will be returning to TV screens as part of a new Channel 5 show. It was confirmed on Tuesday night that the presenter will be starring in […]

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There are some things you shouldn’t do A sleep expert has revealed what the worst thing you can do is if you wake up during the night. We all want to get a good few hours sleep every night, but there’s nothing worse than not being able to get some shut eye despite your best […]

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She’s previously said it’s ‘creepy’ Bhad Bhabie said anyone who subscribed to her OnlyFans account when she was 18 should be “in jail.” The rapper, real name Danielle Bregoli, became an internet superstar in 2016 when she appeared on US show Dr Phil and famously told the audience to ‘cash me outside, how ’bout that?’ […]

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Some welcome changes have been made, but fans will recognise familiar faults. It’s Christmas weekend for football fans – EA Sports FC 25 is here. The newest installment in the franchise that many of you probably still call FIFA is now available to players through early access, truly signalling that the football season is underway. […]

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Brought to you by Lynx. Every week, we’re here, like a quizzing comfort blanket Wrapping you up in comforting general knowledge, soothing sport, and pacifying entertainment, before a dash of – but not too much – excitement with some wildcard rounds just to keep you on your toes. Sit back, step away from work, and […]

1 year ago

Brought to you by Lynx. Every week, we’re here, like a quizzing comfort blanket Wrapping you up in comforting general knowledge, soothing sport, and pacifying entertainment, before a dash of – but not too much – excitement with some wildcard rounds just to keep you on your toes. Sit back, step away from work, and […]

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Coldplay are playing eight dates in Europe next summer. Coldplay have been praised by fans after they announced some tickets for their upcoming UK tour will be available for as little as £20. Over the last few weeks, the subject of ticket prices for major gigs has dominated the news thanks to the Oasis reunion. […]

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He’s faced criticism in the past Tim Burton has previously spoken out about why his films feature predominantly white casts as some people have branded the Beetlejuice sequel ‘racist.’ Burton is one of the most popular film figures in American cinema, famous for films such as Beetlejuice, The Nightmare Before Christmas and Edward Scissorhands. But […]

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She was not aware of her daughter’s death, according to the family The mother of American ballerina Michaela DePrince has passed away just 24 hours after her daughter. DePrince passed away suddenly at the age of 29 on September 10, her family announced in a statement last week. It has since been confirmed in a […]

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Season two of the show is arriving this week Charlie Hunnam has been cast as infamous 1950s serial killer Ed Gein for season three of Netflix’s Monster series. DAHMER – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story became one of Netflix’s biggest shows when it dropped on the streaming service back in 2022. The 10-part true crime series […]

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A hearing into the disaster is taking place A previously-unseen image of the Titan submersible has been released as part of a US Coast Guard inquiry into the tragedy that killed five people. Employees of OceanGate have been giving evidence during the inquest to help better understand the tragic disaster that saw five people die […]

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‘I have cancer… but cancer doesn’t have me’ Radio presenter Jamie Theakston has revealed he has cancer. The Heart DJ announced the news in a post on Instagram on Tuesday morning. He wrote: “The biopsy has identified this as Stage 1 Laryngeal Cancer. “So… I have cancer… but cancer doesn’t have me! “The prognosis is […]

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