Canadians are boycotting Palm Springs due to Trump provocations
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The Brittas Empire cast 28 years later – Bridgerton star to horse masseuse
The Brittas Empire was axed in 1997 when the BBC brought in a new boss – but what have the cast of the popular sitcom…
Masters moment: 20 years ago, Tiger Woods’ chip shot hung in the balance
AUGUSTA, Ga. — Funny how time works.Twenty years seems so short.And 1.8 seconds seems so long.That’s how long the golf ball that Tiger Woods hit teetered on…
How California’s marijuana laws paved the way in the U.S.
PHOENIX — The horrific ride to the top of the San Francisco skyscraper is still seared in Paul Scott’s memory a quarter-century later.On a sales call for…
‘I’m going to resist’: Protesters who seized state-owned homes five years ago prepare for eviction battle
Benito Flores has parked his battered, pale yellow Dodge Ram van on the narrow street in El Sereno outside his one-bedroom duplex. It reminds him…
Palestinian Ahmad Manasra released from Israeli prison after nine years | Human Rights News
Ahmad Manasra, 23, has been released after completing nine-and-a-half-year sentence, lawyer says.A Palestinian who was arrested at age 13 for allegedly taking part in a…
Baby essentials retailer to shut ‘absolute gem’ of a store after 43 years of trading as it launches clearance sale
A POPULAR baby product brand is set to shut an "absolute gem" of a store after 43 years of trading. The business has been catering…
We should move faster on clean energy. Some lawmakers want to pause
Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas, one of the most powerful people in Sacramento, just rammed a bill through his chamber that would place a six-year pause…
Hollyoaks icon reveals she’s retrained in a ‘normal job’ after being brutally axed from soap after 28 years
HOLLYOAKS legend Steph Waring has revealed she's retrained in a 'normal job' after being brutally axed from the soap after 28 years.Steph, 47, played original…
L.A. looks to increase trash fees in each of the next five years
Faced with a nearly $1-billion budget shortfall, Los Angeles elected officials are returning to a tried-and-true formula for weathering difficult financial times: charging more for…
Thousands of Brits face holiday cancellations as major travel company collapses into administration after 25 years
HOLIDAYMAKERS could be left disappointed after a major travel operator plunged into administration.Easter and summer trips could be at risk now that the firm has…
Bruce Springsteen claims he ‘had PTSD’ after playing first UK gig 50 years ago
New BBC film to mark the anniversary of The Boss's first British gig in 1975 reveals his deep dismay over a 'terrible' UK debut but…
Iconic 90s rock band announce first album in 15 years but WITHOUT legendary frontman
AN Iconic 90s rock band have announced they are releasing their first album in fifteen years - but their legendary lead singer will not be…
Heartbeat cast 33 years on – from tragic deaths to career U-turns and EastEnders return
It's been more than 30 years since police drama Heartbeat first aired on ITV and the show is still loved by millions - but it…
‘We’re spending the next 15 years living on a cruise – people think we’re rich but it’s cheaper than London’
While some Brits look to retire abroad, Johan and Lanette Cahen have taken it to a whole different level as they move onto a cruise…
Trump loves coal. Lithium-ion batteries, maybe not
I didn’t know much about email newsletters when Sarah Day Owen, an editor at the Desert Sun in Palm Springs, asked if I would start…
Popular shop serving customers for more than 55 years suddenly closes down leaving regulars devastated
A POPULAR shop which has been serving customers for more than 55 years has suddenly closed leaving regulars devastated.Bill Christophers, 79, has announced his retirement…
High street retailer to shut city-centre location after 40 years following rising business costs
AN ICONIC city-centre vintage shop is set to close its doors for good after 40 years in business.Uncle Sam's Vintage, dubbed "Bristol's original vintage store",…
Major car brand unveils new special edition motor inspired by first-car favourite 9 years after it was discontinued
A HUGE carmaker has revealed a new version of one of its most fun sportscars - and it could be one for the collectors.Toyota has…
Underrated UK city that was England’s capital 1,000 years before London
The Essex town of Colchester has a rich history with its winding ancient streets teeming with Roman and medieval buildings, colourful pastel-painted cottages and a…