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By ED CARRUTHERS, ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR, AUSTRALIA Updated: 10:02 BST, 22 September 2025 Advertisement Stars of the footy world will take to the red carpet tonight for the 2025 Brownlow Medal ceremony at the Crown Palladium in Melbourne. All eyes are on Geelong hopeful Bailey Smith, who is in the running to pick up his first-ever Brownlow Medal, but he’s up against some tough competition in Collingwood’s Nick Daicos and Adelaide’s Jordan Dawson. Follow along for all the latest news, updates and analysis from the red carpet. Bailey Smith lifts the lid on his Brownlow date…Bailey Smith has spoken out on his…
Investment bank Berenberg slashes US economic growth forecastsComes as UK considers axing some fees for skilled overseas workers By MIKE SHEEN, BUSINESS EDITOR Updated: 09:38 BST, 22 September 2025 A new $100,000 fee for skilled worker visas introduced by President Donald Trump will weigh on economic growth and put the US at risk of recession, analysts have warned.The White House confirmed over the weekend the US would immediately start charging the levy every time a company makes a request to bring in a skilled worker from another country via the H-1B visa.The move could have a serious impact on the country’s…
The WAGS were out in force at the Brownlow medal at at Crown Melbourne at the Palladium on Monday night. Leading the charge was influencer Elle Ray who stood out in a red, backless frock that skimmed her ample cleavage. The gown included a short train and some rushing at the derrière and draping along the bust. Lexi Mary, partner of Rory Lobb of the Bulldogs, stunned in an oil-slick style gown in a metallic fabric from Alin Le’ Kal. The futuristic frock sat off her shoulders and included an abstract bust, with the WAG added a smattering of diamond accessories. Footballer and television presenter Abbey Holmes was chic…
If your lunchtime salad doesn’t look too appealing, scientists have given you the perfect opportunity to ditch it. Experts from the University of Plymouth have issued an urgent warning over eating vegetables – after finding thousands of dangerous microplastics lurking in the edible parts. In their study, the team set out to understand how plastic particles are absorbed into vegetables during the growing process. Using radishes, they demonstrated how nanoplastics – some measuring as little as one millionth of a centimetre in diameter – can enter the roots. These dangerous particles can then spread and accumulate into the edible parts of the plant. While the…
Experts have shared ten common warning signs that someone you love—or yourself—is developing dementia, an incurable memory-robbing disease. Dementia is Britain’s biggest killer, and there are around 944,000 people in the UK living with the condition, and around 7million in the US. There are several types of dementia, but the most common is Alzheimer’s Disease which affects around six in 10 people diagnosed with the condition. While there is no cure for dementia, early diagnosis allows time for personalised treatment plans to be put in place, and for doctors to prescribe drugs and treatments which can prolong the onset of the disease.Helen Metcalfe, who…
Erika Kirk fought back tears as she forgave her late husband’s suspected assassin in a heartbreaking moment during the memorial service for Charlie Kirk on Sunday. The mother of two was speaking before a jam-packed stadium in Glendale, Arizona when she addressed Tyler Robinson, who is accused of fatally shooting the conservative activist while he was speaking to students at Utah Valley University.Erika Kirk told the crowd of more than 60,000 mourners at State Farm Stadium that her late husband would have wanted her to forgive his killer.’He [Charlie] wanted to save young men just like the one who took his life,’ Erika said,…
Bulldogs were hammered to end NRL season Controversy struck just two minutes into the match Former Bulldogs captain exploded in the commentary box By JOSH ALSTON, SPORTS REPORTER Published: 07:05 BST, 22 September 2025 | Updated: 07:09 BST, 22 September 2025 James Graham is facing being pulled from the air at Triple M after a furious on-air tirade against referee Ashley Klein during Canterbury’s heavy semi-final defeat to Penrith.The former Bulldogs captain, who has never hidden his passion for the club, was part of the Triple M commentary team when he completely lost his composure less than two minutes into the match.Viliame Kikau…
By THIS IS MONEY Updated: 06:59 BST, 22 September 2025 David Gregory, 67, is a former Army Reserves medic who served in Kosovo followed by two tours in Iraq. He’s now a head driver at Domino Pizza Group in the UK, and says he loves it. ddd Domino’s launches ‘sociable’ seasonal recruitment drive after disappointing 40th yearDomino’s Pizza Group is hoping to recruit hire 5,000 new staff across the UK and Ireland over the busy festive period.The group, which is the US giant’s UK master franchise, is hoping to revive momentum amid a disappointing 40th year in business so far.It has…
Tom Holland was reportedly rushed to hospital after a stunt on the Spider-Man: Brand New Day set went horribly wrong on Friday. The British actor, 29, allegedly cracked his head after suffering a fall on set at Leavesden Studios in Watford.Filming of the £150million Marvel movie, which is the stars fourth Spider Man, was suspended as the star was taken to hospital by ambulance and treated for a concussion. Filming is now believed to be on hold for several weeks while Tom recovers.Tom’s dad Dominic attended a charity dinner in Mayfair on Sunday, confirming that his son would be away from filming ‘for…
Visitors to London train stations will remember having to insert a coin to use the toilet.But cheeky restroom authorities in China are now going a step further – and people think they’re seriously taking the p***. A viral clip, posted to Instagram by China Insider, shows a Chinese WC that makes people watch an advert before they get any toilet paper. Even if they’re desperate to do their business, users have to scan a QR code and watch the promo on their phone before the sheets are dispensed. On Reddit, the futuristic-looking technology has been branded ‘dystopian’, ‘sick’ and ‘a vision of hell’ by commentators.One…