Posts archive for Apr 2025

Yin and Gaz, once married and now best friends, are competing as a team on Race Across the World 2025. Their close bond and shared past set them apart from other contestant pairs, as they hope resilience and loyalty will guide them through the demanding cross-continental contest.

A strong 6.2 magnitude earthquake shook the Istanbul area, leaving hundreds injured and revealing just how vulnerable the region is to future earthquakes. Residents stayed outside all night, worried about aftershocks and what could come next.

Fans of The Martin Lewis Money Show are buzzing about Jeanette Kwakye taking over from Angelica Bell as co-host. Kwakye, known for her Olympic background and sports broadcasting, brings fresh energy to the ITV financial advice program. The specific reason behind Bell’s departure remains a mystery.

US Vice President JD Vance, in India for a diplomatic visit, expressed shock and sorrow over the Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 dead and 12 injured. He condemned the act and voiced support for the victims, as Indian officials ramp up security and investigate militant infiltration.

Hussain Vorajee, who lost £1 million to gambling addiction, is calling for strict limits on gambling ads, warning that their sheer volume traps recovering addicts and fuels a surge in problem gambling. With millions exposed to ads yearly and industry profits soaring, campaigners worry voluntary industry payments and minor penalties aren't enough.

An £80 million boost is set to overhaul how GPs handle patient referrals, with the government hoping specialist advice can keep up to two million people off NHS hospital waiting lists by 2025/26. The scheme also supports community treatments and has brought in thousands of extra GPs to tackle chronic shortages.

Alexandre Lacazette's quick thinking secured Lyon a narrow win over Saint-Étienne in a heated 'Le Derby,' boosting their European hopes. Lille, meanwhile, saw victory slip away as Nice scored late, leaving them frustrated. Full match details remain limited, but the results shake up the Ligue 1 table.

Liverpool are nearly Premier League champions after a tight 1-0 win over Leicester City, who now face an almost certain relegation. Trent Alexander-Arnold's late strike keeps Liverpool's 13-point cushion, leaving them just one victory from clinching the title. Leicester's defensive issues persist, as Liverpool continue to dominate their clashes.

Jey Uso shocked fans by defeating Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship to kick off WrestleMania 41. After years of setbacks and a history tied to tag team glory, Uso proved his place as a top singles competitor in a physically punishing match.

Joe Thompson, former Rochdale midfielder and Manchester United academy graduate, has died at 36 after bravely fighting cancer three times. He famously returned to football after each diagnosis, played a pivotal role in keeping Rochdale up in 2018, and later advocated for cancer awareness.