Summary: John Whaite discusses his new book ' Dancing on Eggshells ,' which explores his struggles and successes . The book emphasizes the value of vulnerability and owning one's mistakes. Whaite shares insights into his relationship with food and his ongoing journey with mental health . He reflects on the highs and lows after winning Bake Off and competing on Strictly. The book also addresses his relationship with dance partner Johannes and the complexities of public attention . ' Dancing on Eggshells ' is a series of love letter...

Summary: A successful and well-organized meeting in St. Petersburg resulted in a positive outcome for Africa-Russia relations . The declaration , a product of thoughtful negotiation and collaboration , reflects the collective views of the participating countries and sets the stage for further progress in their relationship. President XYZ expressed his satisfaction with the outcome of the meeting, stating that it was highly successful and well-organized. The declaration was the result of careful negotiation s and discussions between the representatives of Africa and Russia. The meeting provided a platform for all countries involv...

King Charles and Queen Camilla Make Friends with an Adorable Alpaca Summary: King Charles and Queen Camilla visit Breckenshire Agricultural Society, continuing their longstanding relationship with the community. The royals display a keen interest in sustainable farming and engage with local food and drink producers. King Charles meets representatives from Black Mountains College, showcasing his commitment to championing sustainability amidst climate emergencies. The royal couple enjoys the agricultural show, accompanied by a male voice choir, and participates in an oak sapling planting ceremony. The visit signals King Charles' desire to forge...

Summary: Sadio Mane and Thomas Tuchel had an emotional conversation regarding Mane's departure from Bayern. Tuchel emphasizes the strong relationship he has with Mane and assures that it will continue. Both parties agree that the decision was the best in the given circumstances. Tuchel understands Mane's feelings of hurt and regrets not achieving the full potential. Tuchel speaks about the emotional conversation with Sadio Mane regarding his departure from Ba...

Ukraine War: 'Putin is feeling more and more isolated' Well, Ukrainians are not losing it, and with the support they've had from the West, they will not lose it. The question is, can the Ukrainians win? The Russians are not going to win, but can the Ukrainians win? And if so, when? And of course, I think we all recognise, and particularly having listened to recently to President Zelensky, that until they get all the weaponry that they're asking for, main battle tanks, self-propelled artillery and the like, they won't be able to mount a proper counter-offensive and crack the Russians. So, long answer, I'm afraid, Kate, to a short question. Ukrainians will not lose this. The Russians cannot win it. What we have to do is help the Ukrainians to win on the battlefield. But we bring other pieces into this chess game, don't we? We bring in China, we bring in Belar...

Summary: Alexander McKellar has been sentenced to 12 years in jail for killing cyclist Tony Parsons in a fatal collision and concealing the crime for over three years. McKellar's brother, Robert McKellar, who was a passenger during the incident, also awaits sentencing. The case gained attention due to Tony Parsons ' mysterious disappearance while on a charity trek. The breakthrough in the case came when Alexander started a new relationship and confessed to the crime to his partner, leading to the discovery of Parsons' remains. ...

Summary: Watches of Switzerland shares are experiencing a significant decline in the London markets following the news of Rolex 's acquisition of Bucherer . The acquisition marks the latest chapter in the century-old relationship between Rolex and Bucherer . Swiss competition regulators are examining the takeover's potential impact on Bucherer 's global supplier relationships . Watches of Switzerland emphasizes that there will be no disruption to Bucherer 's regular business operations due to the acquisition . Despite the historic...

French Icon Jane Birkin Dies at Age 76: President Macron Leads Tributes Summary: British actor and singer Jane Birkin, known for her breathy vocals on 'Jetem,' has passed away at the age of 76. French president Emmanuel Macron described her as a complete artist who embodied freedom through her art and style. The duet 'Jetem' by Jane Birkin and Serge Gainsbourg became the first foreign language song to reach number one in the UK. Jane Birkin's relationship with Serge Gainsbourg helped her gain fame worldwide, and she left a lasting impact on the fashion world with the iconic Birkin bag. Apart from her artistic contributions, Ja...

UK agrees to give France £480m to tackle small boat crossings Rishi Sunak arriving in Paris, promising a new beginning. His predecessor couldn't say if Emmanuel Macron was a true ally. It's France's offender faux prime minister. This new prime minister in little doubt. The warmest of handshakes in the courtyard of the Elysees Palace. This is the first summit of its kind since 2018. Both leaders keen to show the world that this is a diplomatic bromance. A brief pose for the cameras, but soon alone together. The president and prime minister spent an hour in talks with no aides or officials in the room. Top of the agenda, small boats crossing the channel. In the last decade the UK has given over £250 million in funding to French authorities and they still keep coming. Rishi Sunak believes his predecessors took the wrong approach. If we're honest, the relationship betwee...

Summary: Cindy Beale returns from the dead after 25 years, and her son Peter Beale discovers a new family secret. Thomas, who previously played Peter Beale , discusses his return and re-immersion into the role. Working with soap legends Adam and Michelle is a positive experience for Thomas. Thomas's family members have behind-the-scenes roles on EastEnders, creating an on-set family connection. Thomas's musical talents lead to jam sessions with fellow cast members during downtime. Peter Beale 's character storyline takes a new twist as he ...

Succession final season: One head, one crown | The Leader podcast ES Audio From the Evening Standard in London, I'm Rachelle Travers and this is The Leader. Warning, this episode contains strong language as well as major spoilers for Tailgate Party, episode 7 of the final season of Succession. This week it's Election Eve on Succession and a group of America's most influential players have gathered at Chiven Toms before the big day. But of course, this isn't just any social event. Last minute allegiances are in the works, game changing details are revealed about Gojo, Kendall's plan to lose the co from his CEO title is revealed and there is the mother of all arguments involving a scorpion and a snake. Every Tuesday until the final of Succession, we'll be reviewing each episode after it drops on the Leader podcast. Be sure to listen to hear analysis, insight and ...

Tata Group to Invest £4 Billion in UK Electric Car Battery Factory, Creating Thousands of Jobs Summary: Tata Group announces £4 billion investment in a new UK electric car battery factory. The investment is expected to create thousands of jobs and make the factory one of Europe's largest battery production facilities. Chancellor Rishi Sunak praises the investment as a 'fantastic vote of confidence' in the UK economy. Factors influencing Tata's decision include the quality of skilled workers, the competitive tax regime, and supportive government policies. The location of the Gigafactory is yet to be disclosed. Prime Minister remai...

Summary: The BBC faces questions about its handling of the scandal and the complaints process. Concerns raised about why the accused presenter remained on air despite serious allegations. Updates on the progress of the investigation and cooperation from external entities may be provided. The BBC's duty of care as an employer and its responsibility towards staff will be discussed. A potential review of the BBC's funding model, including advertising options, may be explored. ...

Press conference: O'Neil on Lerma fitness, team spirit and Liverpool's attacking threat Afternoon Gary. Hi Mark. Obviously last week was a real blow for you and the lads and the club having played so well at times at the Emirates. How much of a psychological coaching session have you had to do with the lads to pick them up? Because conceding in that manner, in that style, when there was so much at stake, clearly the lads would have been disappointed. Have you had to kind of lift them in a psychological way? I think the moment in the dressing room right after it was the toughest aspect. So speaking to the group about how I felt about the game at that moment, understanding where they were emotionally from that. But moving past that this week has just gone back to Liverpool coming. So from Monday the lads were ready to work, ready to go. So there was absolutely no hangover what...

Summary: BRICS , a group of developing countries including Brazil, Russia, India, China , and South Africa, is expanding and gaining influence on the global stage. The organization faces challenges in balancing its economic goals with geopolitical considerations and maintaining relations with Western powers. China 's role in BRICS raises questions about the organization's direction and potential anti-Western stance. BRICS seeks to share global power with other middle powers and redefine the global order. ...

Imran Khan: who is the man dividing Pakistan? The thing about Khan is that he was extremely popular. Some people think that he is finally the person who will break the military away from politics, but other people are more suspicious of Khan's motives here and say that he's trying to put himself back into power in any means possible and will let the country go up in flames. This is a very critical time for Pakistan. Got Imran Khan mobilising thousands of people on the streets against the military. The protesters here have come out to show how angry they are at the arrest of Imran Khan. The military who have seemed to have declared all out war on Khan and his party. It's a doing dire situation for our country. The take-out is coming pretty thick and fast now. We've got an economic crisis. Pakistan is now on the brink of default. Its democracy hasn't been so at ris...