THE Man from Del Monte has been replaced by retired Pauline Crosby — who could star in new telly adverts. The 74-year-old ex-servicewoman was offered the brand ambassador role after winning a public vote. Pauline Crosby, pictured with granddaughter Poppie Capper, was offered the brand ambassador role after winning a public voteSupplied YouTube Del Monte’s 1980s adverts featured actor Brian Jackson in a linen suit and Panama hat as he tested the ripeness of fruit[/caption] US canned fruit giant Del Monte’s 1980s adverts featured actor Brian Jackson in a linen suit and Panama hat as he tested the ripeness of…
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A COUPLE believe they were destined to wed — as they have consecutive birth certificate numbers. Chris and Julia Miles said they could not believe their eyes when they spotted the coincidence eight years into their marriage. Doug Seeburg Chris and Julia Miles are convinced they were meant to be after discovering their birth certificates have consecutive numbers[/caption] Doug Seeburg The numbers on the birth certificate suggest both sets of parents must have been at the register office at the same time on February 27, 1975[/caption] Doug Seeburg The couple’s moment of ‘destiny’ at their wedding in 2002[/caption] They put…
RTE Late Late Show viewers were all left praising Fiona Shaw after tonight’s interview. The BAFTA-winning actress joined host Patrick Kielty to discuss her renowned career in film and TV which spans over five decades. RTE Fiona Shaw sat down with Patrick Kielty tonight[/caption] RTE Fiona spoke fondly about Cork[/caption] RTE RTE viewers all adored Kathryn Thomas[/caption] The Cork star spoke about her iconic roles in hit TV shows such as Bad Sisters and Killing Eve, as well as her much-beloved film character in the Harry Potter franchise and My Left Foot. She came to the RTE studio straight from the Dublin premiere of her latest film Park Avenue at the Dublin International Film Festival. Fiona grew up…
DEATH in Paradise viewers were left gobsmacked by a plot twist ‘no one saw coming’ amid criticism for the new series. The BBC crime drama’s latest episode took DI Mervin Wilson (Don Gilet) and his team to Ambrose Distillery. BBC Death In Paradise episode shocked fans with a big swerve[/caption] BBC Distillery owner Patrick Ambrose was murdered[/caption] BBC Mervin and Naomi cracked the case – but with a twist[/caption] Owner Patrick Ambrose (Ansu Kabia) was poisoned while drinking a glass of rum. His sudden death came as he’d been on the verge of selling up the distillery. But a major…
Burnley manager Scott Parker paid tribute to his record-breaking defence – and an exciting new forward – after a resounding 4-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday. The Championship promotion hopefuls continue to defend at a phenomenal rate after a 12th successive clean sheet. Equally encouraging for a team that has found goals hard to come by was a goal for Marcus Edwards, signed on loan from Sporting Lisbon last month, on his first start. Edwards, who was in Tottenham’s academy while Parker was a player there, scored the opener. “Full credit to everyone at the club, for us to be able…
SportsLine’s model has simulated the 2025 Ambetter Health 400 10,000 times and released its coveted NASCAR at Atlanta best bets SportsLine’s model has simulated the 2025 Ambetter Health 400 10,000 times and released its coveted NASCAR at Atlanta best bets USATSI After the season-opening race at Daytona, the NASCAR Cup Series shifts to Atlanta Motor Speedway for the 2025 Ambetter Health 400. Sunday’s race begins at 3 p.m. ET on the 1.54-mile asphalt track, with drivers competing over 260 laps. William Byron became just the fifth driver to win back-to-back Daytona 500s a week ago, but he’s a 16-1 NASCAR…
TOWIE’S James ‘Diags’ Bennewith and Jodie Wells come face to face in excruciatingly awkward scenes from the show’s upcoming series. The 33-year-olds, who haven’t seen each other since their breakup, meet in a retro American-style diner, and the tension between them is undeniable. ITV TOWIE’S James ‘Diags’ Bennewith and Jodie Wells come face to face in excruciatingly awkward scenes from the show’s upcoming series[/caption] ITV They meet in a retro American-style diner, and the tension between them is undeniable[/caption] ITV As Jodie approaches Diags, she sweetly plants a brief kiss on his cheek[/caption] As Jodie approaches Diags, she sweetly plants…
A PERSON has been confirmed dead in a horror car fire at a popular seaside spot. Cops confirmed a person has tragically died in a car fire in the village of Ynyslas, Aberystwyth, on Wednesday evening. Alamy A person has been confirmed dead in a car fire[/caption] Mid and West Wales Fire Service rushed to the scene at around 7.30pm to tackle the blaze and cops arrived after 8pm. Response teams were aimed at a vehicle that was “well alight.” The fire crew used a hose reel jet, a breathing apparatus set, and a thermal imaging camera to put out…
SportsLine combat expert Josh Nagel has released his top selections for the Feb. 22 light heavyweight Artur Bterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol 2 match at King Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia SportsLine combat expert Josh Nagel has released his top selections for the Feb. 22 light heavyweight Artur Bterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol 2 match at King Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Getty Images Artur Beterbiev battles Dmitry Bivol in a rematch for the undisputed light heavyweight championship in a 12-round bout on Saturday. The main Beterbiev vs. Bivol fight card at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, gets underway at 11:45…
A BOLIVIAN man who owes money to a drugs gang back home was allowed to stay in the UK. Deputy Upper Tribunal Judge Jessica Smeaton, above, ruled he can remain for his own protection, despite no evidence he would actually be at risk. Documents show that the anonymous man overstayed his visa in 2018. He later failed an application for asylum. The Home Office said the persecution fears did not meet Refugee Convention criteria. But he successfully appealed to a tribunal — which was upheld by the Upper Tribunal on January 8. Ms Smeaton ruled he has a right to…
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A British Major who won a Military Cross in the Korean War built the two-storey extension to "Jerhs" stone cottage
It is not surprising to hear the news that the files, in relation to the Clonoe incident, have been sent to the Public Prosecution Service, writes David Johnstone, Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner.
Elected councillors in Northern Ireland are entitled to anonymity when making certain political decisions if they believe they are at risk – and releasing the names of councillors who objected to a local council’s flag policy would therefore be “unlawful”, the Information Commissioner has ruled.
Cook is coming off a season where he rushed for a league-high-tying 16 touchdowns Cook is coming off a season where he rushed for a league-high-tying 16 touchdowns Getty Images Buffalo Bills running back James Cook is set to become extension-eligible this offseason. And it seems like he wants to strike it big with a new contract. Cook said during a podcast appearance with Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson that “I just want to get what I deserve.” As for what that means, well, Cook previously hinted during an Instagram Live session that what he’s looking for is $15 million per year.…
Trade diversion highlighted in recent government data shows that Windsor Framework red lines have been crossed – and the failure of the UK or EU to act on it leaves the treaty “void”, Jim Allister says.
A neurodivergent designer who refers to his dyslexia as his “superpower” has said he feels “really pleased” that his origami dresses will be showcased at London Fashion Week (LFW). Darryl Bedford, 55, from Fulham in west London, creates paper art, which he calls drawstring origami, using a combination of techniques including origami, the art of folding paper, and kirigami, a method of cutting and folding paper to create three-dimensional shapes. He has collaborated with Gareth Volka, a London-based fashion designer and architect, to transform his art into five dresses which will appear on the runway on Saturday at LFW. The…
When is the Kentucky Derby 2025? Jody Demling revealed his 2025 Kentucky Derby picks for the Run for the Roses on Saturday, May 3 at Churchill Downs When is the Kentucky Derby 2025? Jody Demling revealed his 2025 Kentucky Derby picks for the Run for the Roses on Saturday, May 3 at Churchill Downs USATSI The 2025 Kentucky Derby is still over two months away, but the groundwork is already being laid for this year’s Run for the Roses at Churchill Downs. There have been 20 races awarding points on the Road to the Kentucky Derby 2025, and one horse…
Child criminal exploitation and “cuckooing” are set to be explicitly outlawed in new legislation set to be introduced to Parliament next week. The Crime and Policing Bill will also include measures that could see restriction orders put on people thought to be at risk of exploiting children for criminal means. Cuckooing is when the home of a vulnerable person is taken over without consent for the conduct of illegal activities like drug dealing. According to current CPS guidance, when dealing with a case of suspected cuckooing, prosecutors can look to offences such as assault, harassment and modern slavery offences –…