Steve Madden clawed his way to the top of the shoe industry with a massive drug addiction, ADHD, and despite serving jail time for stock fraud and money laundering. What may have looked like a bleak future for a strung out, shoe-obsessed junkie, turned into a multi-billion dollar shoe brand …...Read More
How shoe designer Steve Madden created his shoe empire all while being a strung out junkie
Convicted terrorist avoids jail for breaching order after his release
A convicted terrorist was handed a four-month suspended sentence today after changing his phone and bank cards without telling police after his release. Shahid Khan, 28, was jailed for 40 months in 2013 after pleading guilty to engaging in conduct in preparation for terrorist acts by travelling to Pakistan for …...Read More
Covid-19 treatment hopes as GlaxoSmithKline's antibody drug moves onto phase 3 trial
A potential new coronavirus antibody treatment made by a British pharmaceutical giant has moved into late stage trials. Brentford-based GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) said its treatment - known as Vir-7831 - could be rolled out by 2021 if its proven to be effective and safe. The drug uses antibodies - proteins found …...Read More
'Scammer' cycles straight at a stationary taxi
This is the shocking moment a cyclist throws himself onto the bonnet of a taxi in an apparent effort to claim compensation for an accident. Dash-cam footage, captured on a residential street in The Liberties area of Dublin, shows the cyclist ride towards the vehicle before slamming himself against the …...Read More
Head to the coast to beat Covid? Small seaside towns have fewer deaths than larger inland areas
Doctors have talked up the health benefits of the seaside with its fresh, salt-tinged air for centuries. Now it appears they may have been on to something when it comes to coronavirus. The death rate in seaside towns is almost half that of built-up areas further inland, according to new …...Read More
People who are honest about their life on Facebook are happier than those who fake it
Lying about yourself on social media can make you unhappy and impact on your wellbeing, according to new research. Research from Columbia University found people who are true to themselves and provide an accurate portrayal on social media are happier. The findings are based on an analysis of data from …...Read More
Can you welcome this dog who's spent 11 years of her life in kennels into your home?
A 'special' dog who's spent most of her life in kennels since she was rescued as a puppy is hoping to finally find a loving home to spend the last years of her life. Molly, an 11-year-old honey-coloured Boxer cross, has spent the majority of her life with the Dogs …...Read More
Map reveals how Covid-19 infection rates soared in the North of England after PHE's Excel bungle
Advertisement Public Health England's Excel bungle has drastically changed the outlook of England's coronavirus outbreak, with infection rates in the North soaring overnight. Following the revelation that almost 16,000 'missed' cases had been added to the system, infection rates spiralled in every authority of the country except four at the …...Read More
Twix divides opinion after launching a 'game-changing' Winter Spice edition
Twix has split opinion with its new Winter Spice version with fans calling it a 'game changer' and the perfect Christmas treat, while critics argue its a 'freak of nature'. Available from this week, the festive snack is filled with cinnamon and nutmeg - but the combination has left some …...Read More
Private school pupil, 18, due to stand trial for murdering his mother dies at mental health facility
A teenager who was tomorrow due to stand trial for murdering his own mother has died in custody, it emerged today. Private school pupil Rowan Thompson was due to appear in court on Wednesday accused of killing Joanna Thompson at their home in Hambledon, Hampshire. But today it was revealed …...Read More
