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VIDEO: Young rugby player's inspirational pep talk to team mate

‘You are a brilliant rugby player, do you understand that?’ Heartwarming video of moment schoolboy gave emotional pep talk to tearful team-mate who was upset that ‘everyone’s bigger than me’ goes viral Two young players Jack and Bob were taking part in a rugby training camp  Bob was finding the course, run by Sedbergh School in […]

Live updates | Zelenskyy: Russia is trying to destroy Donbas – The Denver Post

By The Associated Press KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russia of trying to destroy the Donbas and all who live there. “The constant brutal bombardments, the constant Russian strikes on infrastructure and residential areas show that Russia wants to empty this territory of all people. Therefore, the defense of our land, the […]

Brit geologist could face death penalty in Iraq for trying to smuggle artefacts

Don’t miss a thing! Sign up to the Daily Star’s newsletter A retired British geologist could face the death penalty in Iraq after being accused of attempting to smuggle historical artefacts out of the country. Father-of-two Jim Fitton, 66, who lives in Malaysia, was held over smuggling allegations during his first visit to the country […]

From Lemonade To Lemon Perfect: Water Brand Gets Major Investment From Beyoncé

In an investment match made in branding heaven, it was recently reported that Beyonce’ invested in Lemon Perfect, a hydrating lemon water brand based in Atlanta, Georgia. The iconic ‘Lemonade’ singer reportedly pushed the company’s total Series A funding to $31 million with her investment.  “We are honored and humbled that Beyoncé has become a part […]

Body found in search for missing Peterhead teen Bryce Grant

A BODY has been found in the search for a missing Peterhead teen. Bryce Grant, 16, was last seen in the River Ugie, Aberdeenshire, about 5pm yesterday. Police said the body of a 16-year-old male was recovered from the River Ugie, Aberdeenshire, around 12.20pm today. The family of Bryce Grant, known as Forbes, have been […]

Fury as council declare 3am kebabs ‘not in public interest’ and shut takeaway

Furious food-lovers are fighting to keep their favourite kebab restaurant open until 3am after its hours were cut short. Indian Home Diner had been staying open until 3am without issue for years, but didn't have the correct licence. Last month the eatery in Paddington, Sydney tried to extend its hours legitimately, but to no avail. […]

Barmy Brit stuck in Afghanistan says he can buy American guns from the Taliban

A barmy British adventurer has found out he can buy US army equipment directly from the Taliban and hopes to set up a business around it. Miles Routledge, a 24-year-old physics student at Loughborough University, made the headlines last year after needing to be evacuated from Afghanistan by the UN during the Taliban takeover. Now […]