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Best of Brakfast Episode 174 Yana Bolder
For Gen X, movies weren’t just about what you saw on the screen—they were about the music that came with them. From synth-heavy 80s hits to iconic 90s pop anthems, some soundtracks were as unforgettable as the films themselves. Here’s a look back at the best movie soundtracks that defined a generation. Top Gun (1986) From Kenny Loggins’ “Danger Zone” to Berlin’s “Take My Breath Away,” Top Gun wasn’t just […]
A military transport plane carrying one hundred and ten soldiers has been involved in what has been described as a horrific accident in Colombia. Defence minister Pedro Anulfo Sanchez said the Lockheed Martin Hercules C one thirty aircraft suffered a tragic incident. President Gustavo Petro said he hoped there would be no fatalities and added the crash should never have happened. He also criticised what he called obstacles delaying his […]
Some songs just have magic. No matter the age, the crowd, or the occasion, when the first notes hit, everyone heads for the dancefloor. For Gen X, these tracks are part of the soundtrack of their youth—and they still work every time. Here’s a list of songs guaranteed to get people moving at weddings, parties, or any celebration. Queen – “Don’t Stop Me Now” An unstoppable energy boost. Whether it’s […]
Sir Keir Starmer is expected to chair a COBRA meeting on Monday to discuss the cost of living impact of the ongoing Iran war. Ministers and officials will look at the effect on household bills and possible support for families. COBRA meetings are the government's regular system for dealing with national emergencies. The prime minister last chaired one on Thursday after Iranian strikes on energy infrastructure in the Gulf raised […]
Before smartphones, GPS and endless travel apps, family holidays were a very different experience. Gen X kids remember a time when planning a trip meant paper maps, cassette tapes in the car and hoping you didn’t get hopelessly lost. Here’s a look back at what family holidays were really like. Paper maps everywhere Before Google Maps, your journey relied on fold-out paper maps. One wrong turn and you could be […]
If you grew up in the 70s, 80s or early 90s, your bedroom was more than just somewhere to sleep. It was your hangout, your music room, your cinema, your football shrine and sometimes your escape from the rest of the family. Long before streaming, smartphones and gaming online, Gen X bedrooms were full of stuff that defined a generation. Here are some of the things almost every Gen X […]
Donald Trump says the United States is considering winding down its war with Iran as military objectives are close to being met. He said other countries may need to guard and police the Strait of Hormuz after recent attacks led Iran to target vessels in the shipping lane. The US would help if asked, but he said that should not be necessary, describing it as an easy military operation for […]
For many Gen Xers, a night out in the 90s didn’t mean booking online, checking reviews, or planning weeks in advance. It meant finishing work, meeting your mates, and heading to the pub. Simple as that. Before smoking bans, before smartphones, and before every bar started to look the same, the local pub had its own personality. Whether it was your regular, the one near work, or the place everyone […]
Iran’s attacks on Qatar have damaged facilities producing seventeen percent of the country’s liquefied natural gas export capacity, according to QatarEnergy. Chief executive Saad al Kaabi said repairs to the site, which cost twenty six billion dollars to build, could take between three and five years. Iran struck a facility linked to the North Field, the Qatari side of the world’s largest natural gas field, pushing oil and gas prices […]
Before streaming, before downloads, and long before playlists built by algorithms, there was one main way to discover new music. You listened to the radio. For Gen X, the radio wasn’t just background noise. It was where you heard songs for the first time, found new bands, and waited all week to catch your favourites. You didn’t choose the music whenever you wanted. You waited for it, and that made […]
