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Best of Brakfast Episode 174 Yana Bolder
Everyone in the UK thinks they know how to make a proper cup of tea. But ask ten people how they do it and you will get ten different answers. Milk first or last, bag or loose leaf, strong or weak. The truth is, making the perfect cup of tea is not complicated, but it does need a bit of care. When you get it right, it is one of […]
Venezuela’s opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has told reporters outside the US Capitol that she presented Donald Trump with her Nobel Peace Prize medal. There had been speculation over whether she would give the medal to the US president during their White House meeting. Machado said the gesture was in recognition of what she called Trump’s unique commitment to freedom. It remains unclear whether he has formally accepted the medal. […]
Why do we love certain songs, TV shows, foods, or even people more than others? Why do some movies never get old while others fade from memory? Psychologists, neuroscientists, and behavioural researchers have spent decades trying to answer this question—and while there’s no single formula, there are fascinating theories that explain how our favourites are formed. 1. Early Exposure Shapes Our Preferences One of the most powerful factors is what […]
Iran has issued a notice closing its airspace to all flights except international services with permission to enter or leave the country, according to tracking site FlightRadar. A NOTAM, or Notice to Air Missions, is a time sensitive alert for pilots about hazards and airspace conditions. The restriction will be in effect for over two hours. The families of victims of the Manchester Arena bombing say they cannot support the […]
For Generation X, certain local spots hold memories as strong as any song or TV show. From cosy coffee shops where you spent afternoons with friends, to pubs that hosted birthday nights or first dates, these places are more than just venues—they’re part of the soundtrack of our youth. 1. Classic Coffee Stops Whether it’s a local independent café serving the perfect flat white or a retro chain that hasn’t […]
Michael Carrick has been announced as Manchester United's head coach until the end of the season. Carrick became the main focus of discussions on Monday before the former United captain was pictured arriving at the club's training ground on Tuesday. Negotiations continued late into Monday night when all outstanding issues were resolved. In a statement, Carrick spoke about succeeding there. The body of a woman in her sixties has been […]
Some movies never fade, no matter how many years pass. For Generation X, the films of the 80s and 90s weren’t just entertainment—they were cultural touchstones, first dates, sleepovers, and late-night VHS marathons. If you’re looking to relive those moments (or introduce a new generation to them), a throwback movie night is the perfect plan. 1. Pick Your Era or Theme Do you want 80s adventure, 90s teen classics, or […]
Head of the Armed Forces Sir Richard Knighton has warned the UK is not as ready as needed for a full-scale conflict. He avoided questions on a reported shortfall in government defence spending. Last week, The Times and The Sun reported the Ministry of Defence may require an extra £28 billion over the next four years, prompting a rewrite of the defence investment plan. The plan, originally due last autumn, […]
If you’re heading to the ice rink tonight for your first ever ice hockey game, you’re in for a brilliant night out. Ice hockey is fast, loud, dramatic and full of moments that make you jump out of your seat. It can look chaotic at first, but once you know a few basics, it all starts to make sense and it becomes addictive. The Aim of the Game Ice hockey […]
Iran has warned it will retaliate if attacked by the United States, as BBC sources and activists report hundreds of protesters have been killed during an escalating government crackdown. One source in Tehran told the BBC conditions were extremely severe, describing live ammunition being used, streets covered in blood, and bodies removed by trucks. The BBC counted around one hundred and eighty body bags in footage near Tehran. The Human […]
