Taylor Fritz said "crazy attitudes" like Nick Kyrgios needed accepting (Image: Getty) Sign up for FREE tennis updates from on and off the court SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Taylor Fritz has claimed that the tennis tours need to be more accepting of “crazier attitudes” seen by the likes of Nick Kyrgios in an attempt to engage younger fans of the sport. The Indian Wells champion and his girlfriend Morgan Riddle have been heavily involved in attempting to attract new viewers to the sport, and Fritz thought it would be “exciting” to see players get away with more. Related articles Nick Kyrgios uses Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal to build dream player Kyrgios getting married 'soon' as he teases engagement with tattoo … [Read more...] about Taylor Fritz calls on Nick Kyrgios and fellow players to act crazier with mega outbursts
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John Bartlett, Bentonite Tunnelling Machine inventor whose work included the Victoria Line and the Dartford tunnels – obituary
John Bartlett, who has died aged 94, was the civil engineer responsible for building the Victoria line in London and for designing the British side of the Channel Tunnel. He was also the inventor, in 1964, of the Bentonite Tunnelling Machine (BTM), a device which allowed the excavation of tunnels in loose soils that would previously have been difficult and costly (or even impossible) to dig, and developments of the concept enabled a rapid increase in tunnel construction around the world. Before the BTM, tunnelling in soft soil involved the creation of a sealed box pressurised with air, from which workers would dig the tunnel, with the tunnel face needing continuous support. It was dangerous work, not only because there was a constant risk of groundwater flooding the works causing instability, but also because workers in such conditions often suffered health problems such as “the bends” and bone necrosis. It is no accident that most of the London Underground network was developed … [Read more...] about John Bartlett, Bentonite Tunnelling Machine inventor whose work included the Victoria Line and the Dartford tunnels – obituary
‘Black Widow’ Dena Thompson who killed husband with curry could be freed by Parole Board
Murderer... Dena Thompson (Image: PA) Sign up for our news briefing, including a daily special Russia-Ukraine edition SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Dena Thompson, 61, was dubbed the "Black Widow" after she killed second husband Julian Webb. She said he took his own life when in fact she had hidden anti-depressants in his birthday meal and laced his drinks with ground aspirin. Related articles 'Stupid idiots with no sense of history' Union flag Jubilee row Londoners panic as capital struck by huge lightning storm with HAIL Thompson has spent 19 years behind bars after being sentenced to life in 2003. She was described by police as a "dangerous woman" and "every man's nightmare". Thompson had a history of conning … [Read more...] about ‘Black Widow’ Dena Thompson who killed husband with curry could be freed by Parole Board
‘Project Napkin’: Rolls-Royce and Heathrow partner to supply hydrogen to airports
Heathrow and Rolls-Royce are working on a plan to supply hydrogen to airports under a Government-backed initiative codenamed "Project Napkin". The companies, alongside fellow aerospace giant GKN, are on a special committee that is considering how hydrogen-powered aircraft will be refuelled in years to come. Airlines and airports have been targeted by so-called "flight-shaming" activists in recent years. Environmental campaigners such as Greta Thunberg have led calls to deter flying, which contributes between 2pc to 3pc of the world’s CO2 emissions. he wants to develop ways for families to fly “guilt-free” . Air Products and Chemicals , one of the world’s largest hydrogen producers, in recent weeks. Expected to be published this summer, it will also outline the commercial considerations for airports and airlines and identify policies that the Government must expedite to ensure the country is ready when zero emissions aircraft become a reality. Rolls-Royce’s all-electric … [Read more...] about ‘Project Napkin’: Rolls-Royce and Heathrow partner to supply hydrogen to airports
Oral health: Vaping inflicts damage and can lead to ‘irreversible’ problems
Smoking and vaping: NHS shows difference between the two Sign up for FREE health tips to live a long and happy life SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Dentist Doctor Crystal Stinston said: "Studies on their impact are really new. But now we have a solid amount of evidence that shows the link between e-cigarettes and poor oral health." Whether it's smoked or vaped, nicotine restricts blood flow to the gums. Related articles Dementia symptoms: Craving three types of food is a warning sign Cancer: Sitting the wrong way while pooing could put you at risk And while the oral cavity is "really resilient", repeated trauma from nicotine exposure can lead to "irreversible" issues. Irreversible damage can … [Read more...] about Oral health: Vaping inflicts damage and can lead to ‘irreversible’ problems
Wimbledon points strip to hit Djokovic and three others hard but Nadal and co can benefit
Wimbledon chief speaks about who will open 2022 competition Sign up for FREE tennis updates from on and off the court SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The ATP and WTA’s decision to remove all ranking points from Wimbledon has sent shockwaves throughout the tennis community, with some players now opting not to compete without any points on offer. But the decision also comes with some consequences for the likes of Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer , who will take huge hits to their rankings, while players like Daniil Medvedev and Alexander Zverev could benefit from the decision and reach their career-highs. Related articles Ukrainian calls Wimbledon ban 'nothing' amid 'pain' of facing Russians … [Read more...] about Wimbledon points strip to hit Djokovic and three others hard but Nadal and co can benefit
Pete Davidson, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ariana DeBose and Ron DeSantis: Here are Time’s most influential people of 2022
Time magazine released its annual list of the 100 most influential people of the year on Monday. The 2022 list includes some of the biggest headline-making celebrities, actors, entrepreneurs, musicians and icons who have left their mark over the past year. Andrew Garfield, Sarah Jessica Parker, Nathan Chen and Mila Kunis were among this year's artist inclusions, while Zendaya, Taika Waititi and genome researchers Michael Schatz, Karen Miga, Evan Eichler and Adam Phillippy were among the inclusions for innovation. The titan category includes Tim Cook, Oprah Winfrey, Michelle Yeoh, Hwang Dong-Hyuk, while Ketanji Brown Jackson, Joe Rogan, Letitia James and President Biden were named for top leaders. Mary J. Blige, Keanu Reeves, Peng Shuai, Colombia abortion advocates Cristina Villarreal Velasquez and Ana Cristina Gonzalez Velez, and Kris Jenner are also on the list. Here are some of those who were named to the Time 100. Ariana DeBose In March, actress Ariana DeBose made … [Read more...] about Pete Davidson, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ariana DeBose and Ron DeSantis: Here are Time’s most influential people of 2022
‘Well that’s easy!’ Lisa Kudrow reveals she would do anything Friends co-star Courteney Cox asked her to do in hilarious interview
Lisa Kudrow has revealed she would do anything Friends co-star Courteney Cox asked her to do during a humorous chat on Tuesday's The Ellen Show. The Phoebe Buffay icon, 58, who reunited with her Friends co-stars back in May, played fun game, Lisa Blanking Kudrow . where the star had to answer candid questions about herself by filling in the blank. One read: 'I would do anything blank asked me to.' Friends talk: Lisa Kudrow has revealed she would do anything Friends co-star Courteney Cox asked her to do during a humorous chat on Tuesday's The Ellen Show The Vassar College alum - who looked chic in a cream colored blouse and black slacks - responded, 'Courteney Cox. That's easy.' RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick's children make... Still a blonde bombshell! Mira Sorvino, 54, stuns on Oscar... Kim Kardashian joins Jonathan Cheban for more episodes of... Diamond girl! Beyonce wore … [Read more...] about ‘Well that’s easy!’ Lisa Kudrow reveals she would do anything Friends co-star Courteney Cox asked her to do in hilarious interview
Prince William suggests free pint to encourage men to get a check-up
Prince William has suggested giving out a free pint in exchange for attending a check-up to encourage reluctant men to look after their health. The Duke of Cambridge appeared to be only half joking when he put forward the idea to help tackle a problem with men who sometimes dismiss changes in their body until it is too late. He said the free pint idea "could go down very badly, but it might be quite good". His comment came in the grounds of London's Royal Marsden Hospital when he toured the Man Van, a mobile clinic providing free health checks to men, especially black men who have a higher risk of dying from prostate cancer than other ethnic groups. William asked what the symptoms of prostate cancer were, after admitting he did not know. Advertisement When told changes in toilet habits were one factor, he said: "It's tricky when it's so subtle." He told Fionnuala McCarthy, an advanced nurse practitioner: "I have an idea that could go down very … [Read more...] about Prince William suggests free pint to encourage men to get a check-up
Best Premier League penalty-takers of all time after Mohamed Salah’s incredible scoring streak ends at fifteen
MO Salah's incredible spot kick record is over for now. Liverpool's Egyptian ace , 29, was unsuccessful from the spot against Leicester City, with Kasper Schmeichel saving his tame effort. It was the 29-year-old's first miss in four years and 15 attempts. But, despite failing to score from 12-yards, Salah is still up there with the best . Here's the Premier League's best penalty takers of all time. Squeezing into the top 10 in joint eighth is Leighton Baines, Callum Willson, Frank Leboeuf, who boast a 90.9 per cent conversion rate. Wilson and Chelsea legend Lebouef missed just once from 11 spot kicks, while Baines scored an impressive 20 out of 22. Thierry Henry scored 23 of his 25 penalties, to manage a 92 per cent success rate. In fifth, Mo Salah was joined by West Ham legend Julian Dicks, who used to blast his penalties. Most read in Football ZOUMA GUILTY Kurt Zouma yelled 'I swear I'll kill it' while kicking pet cat in … [Read more...] about Best Premier League penalty-takers of all time after Mohamed Salah’s incredible scoring streak ends at fifteen