Marcus Rashford did the unthinkable with statement that rocked Man Utd
Marcus Rashford stunned the football world by announcing his desire to leave UnitedA year has elapsed since Marcus Rashford sent shockwaves through the football community by revealing his intention to leave Manchester United. You're not going to have any negative comments from me about Manchester United. "If I know that a situation is already bad I'm not going to make it worse. After biding his time for the right opportunity, Rashford secured his dream transfer to Barcelona in July, joining the La Liga champions on loan until summer 2026. Rashford has made no secret of his wish to make his move to Barcelona permanent once his loan period concludes.
Source:Express
December 23, 2025 12:46 UTC
Record seals among highlights of Cumbria's marine conservation in 2025
Cumbria Wildlife Trust has shared its coastal highlights of the year, showcasing successes in conservation, community engagement and wildlife protection. Record grey seal numbers at South WalneyA record 563 grey seals were counted at South Walney Nature Reserve near Barrow at the start of the year, using a drone. Marine Conservation Officers Amber Gould and Beth Churn have led the project, training volunteers to transplant seeds into areas where seagrass has been lost. Unusual marine wildlife sightingsBrittle stars and sunstar (Image: Dan Bolt)Several notable marine sightings were recorded in 2025. Cumbria Wildlife Trust advised that while barrel jellyfish are not usually harmful, they should not be handled as they can still sting when dead.
Source:The Times
December 23, 2025 12:02 UTC
Six after-dinner drinks to stock up on for your Christmas festivities
Here’s what’s leaving a lasting impression…We’ve got six top-notch drinks to bring to the dinner table at the end of your Christmas meal. Finish off your Christmas meal with a mince pie and a festive tipple. Picture: iStockLUXARDO AMARETTO DI SASCHIRA LIQUEURSinfully sweet, this almond-flavoured liqueur is a dream ticket with Christmas tiramisu, or poured over vanilla ice cream. Rich, sweet and nutty with hints of walnuts, dried fruits, caramel, spice and raisins, it’s made for winter sipping. Famed for its rich, concentrated aromas of tarte Tatin, enhanced by flavours of candied citrus, cinnamon and touches of nutmeg, it’s a hug in a glass.
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December 23, 2025 11:06 UTC
Trump administration cites national security as it halts offshore wind. Some experts aren’t convinced
The Trump administration on Monday escalated its battle against offshore wind by ordering a pause on all leases for large-scale wind projects under construction in the United States, this time citing national security threats. AdvertisementSome security experts described the justification as spurious and nonsensical and said offshore wind is key to ensuring grid reliability and meeting broader U.S. energy goals. The president has supported a national energy strategy based primarily on fossil fuels such as oil, gas and coal. “Today’s action addresses emerging national security risks, including the rapid evolution of the relevant adversary technologies, and the vulnerabilities created by large-scale offshore wind projects with proximity near our east coast population centers. For example, officials might require certain turbines to be relocated or require additional radars to fill in gaps in coverage before signing off on an offshore wind project, Conger said.
Source:The Times
December 23, 2025 10:48 UTC
UK-EU trade deal has failed to help businesses expand in Europe
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December 23, 2025 10:32 UTC
The EIP: 10 Days of the 10 Goals
On entering, Bart realises he is not permitted to bring his pet bullfrog, it being an invasive species. I am sure it is with this cautionary tale at the forefront of their minds that the Government drafted the section on goal 9: biosecurity in the EIP. It seems to me that there is at least some scope to question whether it is sufficient to meet the legal requirements under the Environment Act 2021. The toads quickly became an established invasive species and led to breakdowns in local ecological systems. [2] https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/invasive-non-native-species-environment-act-target-delivery-plan/invasive-non-native-species-environment-act-target-delivery-plan[3] “Less than 1% of UK biosecurity budget goes on tackling invasive species, figures show”, Joe Coughlan, The Guardian, 12 May 2025 https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/may/12/less-than-1-of-uk-biosecurity-budget-goes-on-tackling-invasive-species-figures-show[4] See the Invasive Alien Species (Enforcement and Permitting) Order 2019.
Source:The Guardian
December 23, 2025 10:26 UTC
My cultural awakening: Love Actually taught me to leave my cheating partner | Emma Thompson
I even thought it was adorable that he ruined their wedding video by filming only closeups of her face. It was this sadness that made me think to myself: if I ever find myself in that situation, I’ll leave. We’d had an argument that had somehow led to this admission that he’d been cheating throughout the relationship. But later that day as I sat alone in the bedroom, that scene from Love Actually popped into my mind. I thought of Thompson standing in the corner of her room wiping back her tears listening to Joni Mitchell.
Source:The Guardian
December 23, 2025 07:43 UTC
'Unusual' pink platypus spotted in Gippsland, Australia - video
Cody Stylianou filmed this 'pink' platypus at a Gippsland fishing spot – a location he is keeping secret to protect the rare animal. Stylianou had been on his first trout fishing trip of the season in September when he saw the platypus, which he has nicknamed Pinky, feeding at the top of the tannin-stained river. Biologist Jeff Williams says though Pinky's colouring is 'somewhat unusual', it is not a rare albino platypus, just lighter in colour than most. 'Platypus do vary a lot in colour,' the director of the Australian Platypus Conservancy says. It’s not one that we consider should be added to the list of albino and leucistic ones'
Source:The Guardian
December 23, 2025 06:56 UTC
Don announces the Trump-class ‘battleship’ which will have lasers & be ‘100-times more powerful than previous warships’
DONALD Trump has announced plans for a new class of US Navy “battleships” bearing his name. The Navy Secretary, John Phelan, said the Trump-class battleships would be equipped with the “nuclear-armed sea-launched cruise missile”. He has frequently criticised the appearance and condition of existing Navy ships and has pushed to revamp the fleet since returning to office. Asked whether the new warships were intended as a counter to China, Trump declined to single out Beijing. RECOMMENDED STORIES“We’re going to restore America as a major shipbuilding power,” Trump said.
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December 23, 2025 04:35 UTC
PM says he 'regrets the politicisation' of Bondi beach terror attack – video
Asked what he made of Sussan Ley’s comments yesterday claiming he and senior ministers hadn’t shown sufficient grief and emotion after the attack, Anthony Albanese told reporters, 'I certainly do regret the politicisation of this issue'. The PM also said he spoke to the opposition leader on Sunday night and Monday morning, despite Ley claiming he had only called her once since the attack. 'I think people will judge whether Sussan Ley and others have been engaging in bipartisanship or not since then,' he said
Source:The Guardian
December 23, 2025 03:59 UTC
Chris Rea, rock and blues singer-songwriter, dies aged 74
Chris Rea, the British singer-songwriter whose hits included Driving Home For Christmas, has died at the age of 74, a spokesperson for his family said. View image in fullscreen Chris Rea performs at Salle Pleyel in October 2017 in Paris, France. The 1988 compilation album New Light Through Old Windows contained his biggest hit, Driving Home for Christmas, originally recorded in 1986. They love it.”View image in fullscreen Chris Rea, in his studio in 2005. View image in fullscreen Chris Rea posed backstage at the Venue in London in March 1983.
Source:The Guardian
December 23, 2025 03:54 UTC
Vince Zampella, creator of 'Call of Duty' and 'Apex Legends,' dies in car accident
Dec 23, 2025 10:35:00Vince Zampella, creator of 'Call of Duty' and 'Apex Legends,' dies in car accidentVince Zampella, a popular game developer known as the co-creator of the popular shooter series 'Call of Duty ,', has died in a car accident. The latest installment in the series,, released in October 2025, was a huge hit, selling overin the first three days of its release. At Infinity Ward, he co-created the Call of Duty series and was involved in the production of popular titles such asCall of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (released in 2007) and(released in 2009). A friend, colleague, leader, and visionary creator, his work helped shaped modern interactive entertainment and inspired millions of players and developers around the world. His legacy will continue to influence the way games are made and the way players connect with each other for generations to come.'
Source:The Guardian
December 23, 2025 01:40 UTC
Alexander Isak's brutal injury confirmed as Liverpool star undergoes surgery
Liverpool striker Alexander Isak is set for a lengthy spell of the sidelines, with the Premier League club confirming he has undergone surgery on a leg fracture. The Sweden striker was injured during the Reds' win at Tottenham on Saturday, and it quickly emerged that there were concerns the issue was serious. Isak, who was injured scoring Liverpool's opener in their 2-1 win, was injured in the process. While an ACL injury was quickly ruled out, indications on Sunday suggested Isak's club still feared a 'significant' issue. And after an MRI scan confirmed the former Newcastle man had broken his leg, Isak underwent surgery on Monday.
Source:Express
December 23, 2025 00:30 UTC
Epstein files screenshot linking Trump to 14-year-old girl needs context
One Facebook post (archived) sharing the screenshot claimed: "According to the files, Epstein elbowed Trump playfully asking him, 'This is a good one, right?' As such, it reflects a plaintiff's allegation in litigation, not a court determination that Epstein took a 14-year-old girl to Mar-a-Lago to meet Trump. Introducing 14-year-old Doe to Donald J. Trump, Epstein elbowed Trump playfully asking him, referring to Doe, "This is a good one, right?" We have addressed other claims tied to the DOJ's December 2025 document release, including a claim about a document alleging Trump commented on someone's "pert nipples." "'The Most Important Documents Are Missing,' Says Democratic Representative of Epstein Files Release – as It Happened."
Source:The Guardian
December 23, 2025 00:11 UTC
Singer Chris Rea dies age 74, his family have confirmed
Announcing Rea's death, a spokesperson for his family said: "It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Chris. "He passed away peacefully in hospital earlier today following a short illness, surrounded by his family." Rea found fame in the late Seventies and Eighties with hits such as Fool (If You Think It’s Over), Let’s Dance and The Road To Hell. The track Fool (If You Think It’s Over) went on to be nominated for a Grammy. Two of his studio albums – The Road To Hell (1989) and Auberge (1991) – went to number one in the UK.
Source:The Times
December 22, 2025 21:19 UTC