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Best of Brakfast Episode 174 Yana Bolder
Friday night always means something. It marks the end of the working week, the start of the weekend, and that feeling of freedom. But what that “perfect Friday night” looks like changes a lot as you get older. For Gen X especially, the journey from teenage nights out to relaxed evenings in is full of memories, music, and a few surprises along the way. Teenage Years: The Build-Up Is Everything […]
Donald Trump has criticised NATO, saying he is very disappointed the alliance has not supported the United States during the Iran conflict. He described NATO as a paper tiger and claimed it would not stand with the US in a major global conflict. He made the comments while reflecting on the ongoing war and the role of international allies. Tiger Woods has been arrested and charged with driving under the […]
Every generation has its own unique childhood, shaped by the culture, technology, and everyday life of the time. For Gen X (born roughly 1965–1980) and Millennials (born roughly 1981–1996), the differences are striking—and sometimes hilarious in hindsight. Here’s a look at some of the ways growing up in these two generations was very different. Technology Was Everything Gen X grew up without the internet, mobile phones, or instant messaging. Music […]
The International Olympic Committee has announced it is banning transgender women from competing in all female events. The restriction applies to eligibility for any female category at the Olympic Games and other IOC competitions, including both individual and team sports. The policy is not retroactive and does not apply to grassroots or recreational programmes. The IOC says the decision is intended to protect fairness, safety and integrity within female sport. […]
If you grew up in the 80s or 90s, school discos were a big deal. The lights went down, the teachers stood at the back watching, and the DJ played the same songs every time. It didn’t matter what school you went to, the playlist always seemed the same, and everyone knew every word. Here are some of the songs almost everyone remembers from school discos. Agadoo – Black Lace […]
The father of a university student killed trying to protect her friend has criticised the handling of post-mortem tests at a public inquiry. Valdo Calocane stabbed to death Barnaby Webber and Grace O'Malley-Kumar on 13 June 2023, before killing Ian Coates and attempting to attack three others. The Nottingham Inquiry heard that Calocane refused consent for toxicology tests while in custody. On Wednesday, Grace's father Dr Sanjoy Kumar described it […]
Growing up in the 80s was very different from growing up today. There were no smartphones, no streaming, and no internet to answer every question instantly. Instead, life was full of small routines, strange rules, and everyday moments that only people from that generation really understand. If you were a kid in the 80s, these will all feel very familiar. Waiting for your song on the radio If you liked […]
Mohamed Salah will leave Liverpool at the end of the season, bringing what the club called a remarkable nine year chapter at Anfield to a close. The thirty three year old forward has reached an agreement with the Premier League side over his departure. In a statement, Liverpool said Salah wanted supporters to hear the news as early as possible to provide transparency about his future because of his respect […]
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 […]
