The X Factor star shows off her cropped style while promoting her latest project, looking dramatically changed 15 years since her reality show days
X Factor star Mary Byrne, now 65, looks unrecognizable with her new cropped white blonde hairstyle, promoting her latest endeavors 15 years after her 2010 audition. Despite finishing fifth on the show, she has pursued various careers, including podcasting with Eilish O'Carroll on "The Wise Owl Wans Podcast," discussing life and love. Mary also starred as Cinderella's Fairy Godmother...
I ate pasta while wearing a blood sugar monitor in America and Italy – I was horrified by the various effects blood sugar monitors had on my body.
As an Italian American, I nostalgically recall family meals of pasta and pizza, despite often feeling bloated afterward. During my honeymoon in Italy, I investigated whether eating these foods there would affect my digestion differently. Using a continuous glucose monitor, I tracked my blood sugar levels. Surprisingly, I experienced no spikes in Italy, unlike at home, even after indulging...
Brits can only endure 7.1 seconds of awkward silence before being broken…but still longer than Americans or French.
A recent study reveals that British people can endure awkward silences in conversations for an average of 7.1 seconds, longer than Americans (6.3 seconds), Brazilians (5.5 seconds), and Italians or Colombians (6.2 seconds). This finding comes from a poll of over 26,000 by online tutor Preply, highlighting cultural differences in responses to silence. While in many Western cultures, silence...
Former defense secretaries are calling for the SAS legend, played by Jack O’Connell in the BBC drama series, to be awarded a posthumous Victoria Cross for his wartime heroism.
Three former Defense Secretaries have called for a posthumous Victoria Cross award for legendary SAS commander Paddy Mayne, criticized by the BBC for being portrayed as a "drunken Irishman" in the series "SAS Rogue Heroes." Mayne, who led the SAS during WWII and was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal four times, was controversially denied the VC despite extraordinary bravery,...
Harley Street doctor, 80, claims his reputation has been ruined after an employee falsely accused him of sexual assault.
Dr. John Keate, an 80-year-old Harley Street physician, has faced a devastating false sexual assault accusation from a former employee, leading to a public arrest and a lengthy legal battle. He was found not guilty at Southwark Crown Court after a three-year ordeal that included taking out a six-figure loan for legal expenses. The allegations stemmed from two brief,...
Labor charged with plotting to ‘rig’ next election by scrapping voter ID system and allowing millions of foreigners to vote
Labor has been accused of attempting to "rig" the next election by potentially repealing laws aimed at preventing voter fraud, including voter ID requirements. The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR), aligned with Labor, suggests relaxing ID rules and extending voting rights to 5 million foreigners and 16- and 17-year-olds, arguing this would enhance electoral participation and reduce inequality....
Aubrey Plaza’s director husband Jeff Baena’s tragic cause of death revealed
Film director Jeff Baena, 47, tragically died by suicide in his Los Angeles home, which he shared with actress Aubrey Plaza. His body was discovered by an assistant on January 4, 2025. Baena, known for directing films like "Life After Beth" and "The Little Hours," began his career after graduating from NYU and worked under acclaimed directors such as...
BBC bosses were left stunned after topless photos of The Traitors contestants were discovered online, raising questions about why they were overlooked by the judging team.
BBC's "The Traitors" is facing unexpected scrutiny as risqué topless photos of contestant Livi Dean have surfaced online, contradicting the show's family-friendly image. Despite attempts to remove the images, they remain public, sparking discussion among co-stars about how older viewers might react. Dean, a 26-year-old lingerie model who lost an eye to cancer, has gained attention for her modeling...
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch says there is a culture of “fear and obfuscation” in Whitehall and grooming gangs go unpunished.
Kemi Badenoch criticized Whitehall's "culture of fear and obfuscation" for allowing grooming gangs to evade justice, claiming civil servants avoid addressing challenging issues. In her Mail on Sunday commentary, she emphasized the need for a national inquiry into child sexual abuse and urged investigations to consider potential racial or religious motives behind the crimes. Badenoch also highlighted the failures...
UK Snow Live: Hourly weather forecast as cold snap hits the UK, bringing blizzards and freezing rain – latest updates
The UK is experiencing severe snowstorms and freezing rain, prompting amber weather warnings for snow and ice across England and Wales. Over the next three days, freezing conditions could isolate rural areas, strand vehicles, and disrupt rail and air travel, coinciding with post-holiday travel. Multiple traffic accidents have been reported, particularly on the A303 and in the Lake District....
