Picture credit: Manx Radio United States Government removes ‘de-minimis’ postal exemption The Isle of Man Post Office says, from tomorrow, it will suspend services for sending goods to the USA. (23 August) It follows a recent decision by the United States Government to remove the ‘de-minimis’ postal exemption, which previously allowed …
Read More »Gorillaz fans can’t believe secret meaning behind band’s name after 27 years
Gorillaz has been churning out hit singles since the early 2000s and made a plethora of eye-catching, colourful music videos. But despite this, their fans are still in the dark about how the virtual band got its name – until now. The animated London-based foursome – consisting of members 2-D, …
Read More »Diana Ross suddenly cancels appearance on Royal Caribbean cruise
Diana Ross is not sailing the high seas as planned. The singer, 81, suddenly canceled her appearance on Royal Caribbean’s “Star of the Seas” showcase cruise that is taking place later this month. “Due to unforeseen circumstances, Diana Ross will be unable to appear,” a rep for Ross told People on …
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‘Weapons’ horror film scores a box office victory LOS ANGELES (AP) — Zach Cregger’s highly anticipated horror film, “Weapons,” and Disney’s sequel comedy, “Freakier Friday,” helped prove that horror and humor can thrive at the box office. “Weapons” opened with $42.5 million domestically to take the top spot, and the …
Read More »Meghan Markle’s close pal calls out ‘ridiculous double standards’ in royal family: She’s ‘vilified and trolled’
Meghan Markle’s close pal has hit out at the “ridiculous double standards” she claims exist within the royal family. Bryony Gordon, who struck up a friendship with the Duchess of Sussex in 2018, called out what she sees as Markle’s unequal treatment compared to other members of the Firm. “Can …
Read More »Britain’s Royal Mail celebrates Monty Python with stamps featuring iconic sketches and characters
LONDON — And now for something completely different: Britain’s Royal Mail has issued stamps celebrating the absurdist comedy of Monty Python. The 10-stamp series announced on Thursday celebrates some of the troupe’s most iconic characters and catchphrases, from “Nudge, nudge” to “The Lumberjack Song.” Six stamps depict scenes from the …
Read More »Britain’s Royal Mail celebrates Monty Python with stamps featuring iconic sketches and characters
A Monty Python Holy Grail stamp celebrates the 50th anniversary of the film. Royal Mail via AP LONDON — And now for something completely different: Britain’s Royal Mail has issued stamps celebrating the absurdist comedy of Monty Python. The 10-stamp series announced on Thursday celebrates some of the troupe’s most …
Read More »Sarah Ferguson tried to date Tiger Woods after Prince Andrew divorce: book
Sarah Ferguson tried to pursue a romance with golfing legend Tiger Woods shortly after her divorce from Prince Andrew, according to a bombshell new royal book. The Duchess of York, who was married to Andrew from 1986 to 1996, is said to have confided in Piers Morgan, telling him she …
Read More »Prince Andrew called palace staff member a ‘f–king imbecile,’ new royal book claims
Prince Andrew called a palace staffer working in the royal household a “f–king imbecile” for not referring to the late Queen Mother by her full title, according to a new book. The Duke of York, 65, can be “unbelievably cruel” to staffers behind closed doors, according to an excerpt of …
Read More »Prince Harry offers to share his personal diary with the royals in attempt to ‘deconflict’: report
Prince Harry has proved he’s serious about reconciling with his estranged family members after offering to share his diary dates with the royal family. The Duke of Sussex, 40, has offered up a transparent view of his calendar to senior members of the Firm in a desperate attempt at repairing …
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