HENRY DEEDES on a brain-zapping for MPs from the Shadow Chancellor

Whenever John McDonnell addresses the Commons, weird things happen in Westminster. The entire parliamentary estate is gripped by unexplained phenomena. Dark nimbus clouds suddenly form over Big Ben. Birds stop tweeting. Flowers along New Palace Yard begin to wilt. Over on Parliament Square, excitable puppies abruptly cease their wagging and curl into defensive balls. It … Read more

Dentist shares the nine oral health signs that could indicate serious health conditions 

A leading dentist and gum specialist has shared the nine oral health signals that can indicate you have a health problem – and why they should never be ignored. Founder of RW Perio, Dr Reena Wadia, from London, said you should never neglect your dental checkups, as these can indicate a range of serious problems – from … Read more

Married mother-of-three, 38, is arrested for ‘stabbing to death neighbour’s boyfriend’

Married mother-of-three, 38, is arrested for ‘stabbing to death neighbour’s boyfriend who took her parking space’ in Dublin The victim was named locally as Gareth Kelly, 38,  from Donomore Park, Dublin He was attacked as he attempted to jump-start his car and go to work yesterday His suspected attacker is a married stay-at-home mother, not known … Read more

Two youths get instant justice after being caught pouring hot water on a dog

Two youths get instant justice after being caught pouring hot water on a dog – as ‘relatives’ give them a pasting in the street Footage taken in Gipton, Leeds shows two men beating up the men who hurt dog It is believed that they are being reprimanded by their own father and uncle  First clip … Read more

Police Taser knifeman after he went on rampage through Bristol wearing ROLLER SKATES

Police Taser knifeman after he went on rampage through Bristol wearing ROLLER SKATES leaving three people hospitalised Man in his 30s was arrested after a knifeman went on a rampage through Bristol  Three men were hospitalised after the incident but injuries ‘not life-threatening’ Avon and Somerset Police said the force ‘do not believe’ the attack … Read more

Steve Baker resigns as chair of the European Research Group as he celebrates Brexit victory

Chairman of the ERG Steve Baker resigns as he says the battle for Brexit has been won Steve Baker declared victory as he resigned from the European Research Group  He said the PM had ‘the policy, the mandate and the majority’ to deliver Brexit The Wycombe MP said he wanted to spend more time with … Read more

Cheeky toddler bares his tummy and leaves his siblings in fits of giggles live on the BBC News 

I’ve had a belly-full of being good! Cheeky toddler bares his tummy and leaves his siblings in fits of giggles as his mother is interviewed live on the BBC News Three-year-old Rex joined his family for an appearance on BBC London today But the live interview was interrupted when Rex made his two siblings laugh … Read more

Democrats hammer Bernie Sanders in final 2020 debate before South Carolina

JOE BIDEN Age on Inauguration Day 2021: 78 Entered race: April 25, 2019 Career: No current role. A University of Delaware and Syracuse Law graduate, he was first elected to Newcastle City Council in 1969, then won upset election to Senate in 1972, aged 29. Was talked out of quitting before being sworn in when … Read more

ROSS CLARK: Life expectancy is NOT falling because of austerity. It’s just we’re fatter

We have heard the mantra so many times over the years that it must be true: ‘Tory austerity’ is killing off the poor. Listeners to Radio 4’s Today programme yesterday will have heard this same old narrative trotted out by Sir Michael Marmot, professor of epidemiology at University College London, whose review into ‘health inequalities’, … Read more

Johnson warns EU he’ll NEVER surrender Britain’s fishing waters as it threatens to sink trade deal

For cod’s sake: Boris Johnson warns the EU he will NEVER surrender Britain’s fishing waters as Michel Barnier threatens to scupper trade deal PM Boris Johnson last night drew a red line around Britain’s fishing waters  EU yesterday made a series of demands in its new ‘negotiating mandate’ EU’s chief negotiator Michel Barnier said without … Read more