Herbie Flowers was one of those iconic session bassists, most famous for that indelible work on Lou Reed's "Walk on the Wild Side." He has died at 86. That bassline in that song is one of those instantly recognizable pop hooks. If those, however, Flowers' other credits read like a who's who: Lou Reed, David …
Kate Winslet insisted on one thing when developing her new film-the one in which she plays the fearless photojournalist Lee Miller: it had to have a woman at the helm. Winslet, starring and coproducing Lee, was very clear that to tell the story of one of history's most dynamic female characters required a woman's perspective. …
Every year, thousands of British holidaymakers head to Majorca, one of Spain’s Balearic Islands, to soak up the winter sun. Majorca is famous for its beautiful beaches and vibrant culture, making it a popular choice for a winter getaway. But now, the island is facing a new challenge that could change the travel plans of …
Until recently, it was generally a choice between dating apps, such as Tinder, or trying to find people on social media sites like Facebook and Instagram. Now, many are giving another way a go: using apps based on interests and hobbies. These "hobby apps" quickly catch on and become social places where people meet others …
About to retrofit your house with energy-efficient goodness? Not so fast. Products like spray foam insulation sound great, but they can actually damage a home's value. Here's why you should think twice before making those updates. What's the Deal with Spray Foam Insulation?This is the perfect spray foam insulation to make homes energy-efficient, keeping the …
First up, the winning Lotto numbers from Saturday night are: 13, 32, 33, 37, 38, and 50. The Bonus Ball for the evening was 02. If you’re wondering about the jackpot, it was a huge £15 million. That’s a lot of money! But here’s a twist: nobody won the jackpot! That means nobody matched all …
GWR Cancels Trains from Bristol Temple Meads – Here's All You Need to Know If you try to take a train from Bristol Temple Meads today, you are in for a surprise. Great Western Railway announced the cancellation of several of its train services, and obviously, people are irate. Let's see what happened and what …
Have you ever heard of a house being sold for just £10? Well, that is what is happening on Leeson Road in Ventnor! This property was badly hit by a landslide last year and is now up for grabs with a guide price of only ten pounds. Let's dive into this weird situation and find …
The battle of the supermarkets is heating up, and this week Morrisons takes the crown for being the cheapest place to shop, thanks to chicken breasts dropping hugely in price-a surprising turn of events. These days, it's great news when every penny counts for shoppers looking to save on groceries. Now, let's get down to …
Water firms in England and Wales lost an astonishing amount of water through leaks last year-upwards of a trillion litres of water going to waste! That would be like one huge swimming pool with continuous leaks in it. These numbers were reported by the water companies themselves in reports for 2023-24, showing that unbelievably, they …
Hi, oil aficionados! Buckle up, because we have some saucy updates on oil prices that's going to knock your socks off. For this week, oil prices hit their lowest since June 2023-and that doesn't sound very promising. Let's dive in to what's happening and why you should care. The Big Drop: What Is Happening?US crude …
Portugal is famous for many things: the beautiful beaches, the rich history, and of course, its delicious food. But perhaps one of the most popular Portugal dishes is its salted cod, or as they say, bacalhau. Did you know that Portugal consumes quite a huge amount of cod, about 20% of all cod in the …
The Trafford Centre introduces a new form of parking style that will make your shopping trip even more special. For the first time, premium parking fees are being introduced. There will be bigger parking spaces and it will be more exclusive in this new premium parking area located near the luxurious Selfridges department store. What's …
In a dramatic turn of events, early Saturday morning, the central Maidstone was mangled in a scene of destruction. Week Street popular retail shops, Poundland and Shoezone, sustained broken windows following a night of vandalism. The incident in the early morning had both the residents and shop workers in shock. Trouble started at around 2 …
