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Best of Brakfast Episode 174 Yana Bolder
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News 27/08/26
More than two hundred extra officers have been drafted in to assist Cleveland Police following a series of violent incidents across Middlesbrough. The surge comes after a woman and seven-year-old girl died in a Grangetown house fire on Wednesday, just one mile from a head-on crash on Saturday that killed two police officers and five young men. A vehicle also crashed into a wall on Steele Crescent early on Thursday. […]
Dolly Parton (1946-2026)
Dolly Parton, the transformative singer-songwriter, cultural icon, and philanthropist whose soaring voice and vivid storytelling reshaped American music, died on August 25, 2026, at the age of 80. Her family confirmed her passing, leaving behind a legacy that transcended musical genres, geographic borders, and political divides. Parton was one of the rare cultural figures whose charm, sharp wit, and universal warmth united generations of listeners. From the Smoky Mountains to […]
News 15/05/26
Labour's National Executive Committee has voted to allow Andy Burnham to be considered as a candidate for the Makerfield by-election. This decision confirms the Mayor of Greater Manchester can contest the seat following intense speculation regarding a potential challenge to Sir Keir Starmer's leadership. A party spokesperson stated the ruling body has given permission for him to enter the selection process. Mr Burnham confirmed his intention to stand yesterday, expressing […]
What Happened to the UKās Video Rental Shops?
From Friday night Blockbuster trips to streaming at home There was a time when a trip to the video shop was a proper event. For many Gen X Brits, Friday night didnāt start until youād been down to the local rental store, browsed the shelves, and hoped the film you wanted hadnāt already been taken. Today, video rental shops are almost completely gone. So what happened? š¬ The golden age […]
News 14/05/26
A student has died and two others are being treated following a meningitis outbreak in Reading. The young person attended Henley College in Oxfordshire, according to the Hart Surgery in Henley-on-Thames. The UK Health Security Agency is currently contacting those who may be at risk due to close association with the student. They confirmed the death was due to suspected meningococcal disease. Number Ten has indicated that Keir Starmer will […]
The Financial Perks of Being an MP in the UK
What MPs actually get paid and what expenses they can claim Being a Member of Parliament is one of the most high-profile jobs in the UK and it often sparks debate about pay, expenses, and perks. Some people think MPs receive endless benefits. Others argue the role needs to be well paid to attract capable candidates from different backgrounds. So what do MPs in the UK actually receive financially? Hereās […]
News 13/05/26
An addiction counsellor who delivered the ketamine doses to Matthew Perry that killed the Friends star has been sentenced to two years in prison. Erik Fleming pleaded guilty in 2024 to conspiracy to distribute ketamine and distribution of the drug resulting in death or serious injury, after connecting Perry with drug dealer Jasveen Sangha. Prosecutors said Sangha was known as the "Ketamine Queen" because of her jet-setting lifestyle. She was […]
