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: Peter Higgs , a leading expert on Greek and Mediterranean artefacts, was sacked from the British Museum after almost 30 years. Items from the museum's collection were reported missing , stolen , or damaged, leading to the dismissal of an unnamed staff member. Academics suggest concerns about the situation had been raised over two years ago, hinting at a potential cover-up . The museum's director, Hartwig Fischer , is facing pressure and calls for resignation amid the unfolding crisis . More than 1,500 artifacts are reportedly missing...

Summary: A drone attack in the Sumi district near Kiev, carried out by Russia n forces, resulted in four deaths and multiple injuries, targeting a school. Ukrainian counterattacks have targeted Moscow , causing a significant explosion, while Russia claims attacks on its territory as well. Ukraine successfully destroyed a key Russia n missile system in Crimea , signaling a strategic victory. President Zelensky 's offensive strategy involves attacks on Russia n soil, increasing pressure on President Putin . Leadership changes in the Russia n Air For...

Summary: New data analysis by Sky News reveals that renters are more vulnerable to interest rate rises than mortgage holders in the UK. Renters now represent the largest home occupancy group at 37 per cent, while mortgage holders account for only 30 per cent. The cost of buying homes has made renting more attractive, leading to a significant increase in the number of renters. Renters spend about 33 per cent of their income on housing costs, making them more susceptible to increasing expenses compared to homeowners. Legislation and protection for renters have not kept pace with the shift in home occupancy, leaving renters exposed to...

Old Trafford Ashes Test PREVIEW! Will England level the series vs. Australia? | ESPNcricinfo Summary: Old Trafford prepares for the crucial fourth Ashes Test with the series level. James Anderson's return to his home ground raises questions about his future in cricket. Australia makes significant changes, going without a front-line spinner. Ben Stokes hints at England's creative strategies to secure a victory. The Manchester weather adds uncertainty to the game, making it a must-watch for cricket enthusiasts. ...

Why is TikTok getting banned around the world? It's one of the biggest apps in the world that is using TikTok, a security risk. Hi Bestie, I hope you have the most wonderful day. This is an issue of our times. Sophie, get off it, stop it. TikTok is owned by the Chinese tech company Bite Dance, some fear that the app can harvest your data and potentially hand it to the Chinese government. For people with sensitive information on their phones, for example government workers, it could mean a potentially major security risk. We'll look back at this time and say wow, that was a really naive time where people just let their data go all over the place. So at a time when tensions between China and the West is high, some governments are cracking down and banning workers from having the app on their work phones. The US, as the world's top country, is so afraid of a user-friendly a...

Summary: The Kerch bridge linking Crimea to Russia has been attacked, posing a reputational threat to Putin. While the attack's origin remains unconfirmed, it is likely to be carried out by Ukrainian forces. The bridge's destruction affects the logistics of supplying Russian forces in southern Ukraine and Crimea. Russia's withdrawal from the grain export deal with Ukraine threatens a new food supply crisis. Ukraine's counteroffensive to regain occupied territory is showing progress, but challenges persist. ...

Summary: The eighth week of the Ukrainian counteroffensive against Russian defenses is underway, with progress hampered by challenging obstacles like extensive trench systems and minefields. Ukraine strategically uses Western weapons to target Russian rear areas and ammunition dumps, attempting to break through the dense minefields obstructing their advance. The conflict's dynamics may shift as Ukraine's 9th Corps awaits reinforcement from the more seasoned fighters of the 10th Corps. The outcome of the battle for the city of Bakhmut could have broader implications for the conflict's trajectory and resource allocation f...