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Prince William says online safety must be a priority after the death of 14-year-old Molly Russell. The schoolgirl took her own life after viewing social media posts which the NSPCC said "no child should see". Molly, from Harrow, in north-west London, killed herself in November 2017 , prompting her family to campaign for better internet safety. An inquest heard how the teenager accessed material from the “ghetto of the online world”. Reacting to the coroner's ruling that social media contributed to Molly's death, the Prince of Wales said: “No parent should ever have to endure what Ian Russell and his family have been through. "They have been so incredibly brave. Online safety for our children and young people needs to be a prerequisite, not an afterthought.” Her family say social media sites, such as Pinterest and Instagram , recommended accounts or posts that “promoted” suicide and self-harm. Prince William said online safety needs to be a priority ( … [Read more...] about Prince William says online safety must be a priority after tragic girl’s inquest

A British man has been arrested after allegedly touching a female passenger who sat next to him on a Ryanair flight from the UK to Spain. Air stewards radioed police from 35,000 feet after the woman, who is also British, complained he allegedly touched her breasts and asked her to have sex with him in the toilet. The 35-year-old man was held when the plane touched down at the Spanish airport late on Sunday. The unnamed Brit was reportedly fined £2,500 after being hauled to court on Monday for a speedy trial. The woman alleged to have been sexually abused moments before the plane touched down after the male passenger had engaged in unwanted sexual innuendo with her. The 35-year-old man was held when the plane touched down at the Spanish airport on Sunday ( Image: SOLARPIX.COM) A well-placed source said: “The British woman said a stranger she’d never met in her life who sat down on the plane beside her started to bother her with comments about her breasts minutes … [Read more...] about Brit arrested for sexually assaulting woman on Ryanair flight from UK to Spain

A Victoria Cross awarded to a World War One soldier who single-handedly took out an enemy trench, leading to the capture of 180 Germans has sold for more than £300,000. Corporal Lawrence Weathers stared death in the face when he rushed alone under heavy fire towards the German lines. He then threw several hand grenades into their trench, killing the commanding officer, before rushing back to his position to get more. He repeated his heroics before urging his comrades to join him in taking control of the trench. The action resulted in the capture of 180 prisoners and three machine guns. He also helped his unit take an enemy position on the outskirts of the French town of Peronne, which was liberated on the same day after four years of German occupation. Afterwards, a bloody Cpl Weathers described to his colleagues how his actions on September 2, 1918 had merely “put the wind up” the enemy. The prestigious Victoria Cross ( Image: BNPS) Sadly, Cpl Weathers … [Read more...] about Victoria Cross awarded to WW1 hero who took out German trench ON HIS OWN fetches £300,000 at auction

In an act of bravery and skill that won him the Victoria Cross, Commander Gordon Campbell allowed HMS Farnborough to be hit to lure the enemy into a trap. The skipper of the German submarine fell for the ruse and steered to within 30ft of the badly damaged and sinking Royal Navy vessel to finish it off. When the U-boat had surfaced and was close enough to attack, Campbell ordered his ship’s hidden guns to be opened up and the sub was destroyed. Campbell's VC is expected to fetch £300,000 ( Image: Morton&Eden/BNPS) The VC he won 100 years ago in the First World War is now set to be auctioned. His medal collection is expected to fetch around £300,000. David Kirk, of London auctioneers Morton & Eden which is selling the items, said Campbell is “among the greatest names in British military history”. Campbell turned down a second VC for yet more heroics. A German U-boat in 1916 ( Image: Getty) HMS Farnborough – an oldmerchant vessel – was one … [Read more...] about WW1 Victoria Cross hero let his ship be torpedoed – then the sank sub which did it

The Victoria Cross awarded to one of the luckiest survivors of the First World War is being sold 101 years later for £140,000. Corporal Sidney Day survived numerous close calls. He was shot six times, almost blown up by a grenade and later escaped a bombing raid that destroyed his home in the Second World War. At the Somme in 1916 he suffered four bullet wounds from machine gun fire. Incredibly, a packet of postcards in his breast pocket deflected one bullet aimed for his heart. A second embedded in a leather compass case in his trousers, leaving a bruise on his groin. Sidney's compass pouch stopped a German bullet ( Image: BNPS) The damaged case is being sold alongside his Victoria Cross. Having also been shot in the thigh and back, a wounded Cpl Day sheltered for 12 hours in a shell hole. He then crawled the three miles back to a dressing station in the dark. He cheated death again the year before, when he was shot during the Battle of Loos as he tried … [Read more...] about Victoria Cross given to one of World War I’s luckiest soldiers who survived being shot six times on sale for £140k

A Victoria Cross awarded to an army officer who saved three wounded soldiers by dragging them to safety has been sold for £223,000. Colonel William Cubitt risked his own life to round up his injured comrades while retreating from a marauding enemy during the Indian Mutiny in 1857. He lifted one of the men on to his horse then got the two others to cling to his stirrups as they fled the battlefield with mutineers in hot pursuit. Miraculously, they escaped the enemy who outnumbered them 10 to one. Col Cubitt delivered the wounded soldiers to the nearest military hospital. Later, Corporal James Kirby, the man Col Cubitt saved by lifting him on to his horse, wrote to him to tell him "I wish I could crown you with a wreath of laurels for the proud deeds that you have done." Nearly 30 years later, Col Cubitt, then aged 51, was awarded another bravery medal, the Distinguished Service Order, for successfully capturing the Ruby Mines in Burma. His fine bravery medals and a … [Read more...] about Victoria Cross awarded to army officer who saved three wounded soldiers sold for £223,000

The stirring tales of two daring brothers who both received the Victoria Cross have emerged as their medals are auctioned off. Major General Reginald Sartorius was awarded the highest honour for gallantry for rescuing a wounded comrade during an African campaign in 1874. His brother Euston earned his VC five years later after leading six men against a “fanatical enemy” on a heavily-guarded Afghanistan hill. Reginald joined the army in 1858 and distinguished himself during the Indian Mutiny with the 72nd Bengal Native Infantry. He was a major in the 6th Bengal Cavalry during the Third Anglo-Ashanti War when he performed his act of heroism, accompanied by his trusty Gordon setter dog Bell. Major General Reginald Sartorius was awarded the highest honour for gallantry for rescuing a wounded comrade during an African campaign in 1874 ( Image: Dukes/BNPS) Major General Euston Sartorius earned his VC five years later after leading six men against a “fanatical enemy” … [Read more...] about Incredible stories of hero brothers awarded Victoria Cross in 1800s

Ru Paul's Drag Race UK fans have been left devastated today by the news that show favourite Cherry Valentine has died aged 28. Real name George Ward, the performer, who appeared on the second series of the hit-BBC show, passed away on Sunday (September 18). A tribute issued by his family this morning confirmed the tragic news. They said: "It is with the most heart wrenching and deepest sadness to inform you that our George - Cherry Valentine - has tragically passed away. "This will come as a profound shock to most people and we understand there is no easy way for this to be announced. "As his family, we are still processing his death and our lives will never be the same. We understand how much he is loved and how many lives he has inspired and touched." Cherry Valentine (centre) with her Drag Race UK co-stars ( Image: BBC/World of Wonder/Ray Burmiston) They added: "All we ask is for your patience and your prayers in this time. We love you Georgie. 30 November … [Read more...] about Drag Race UK’s Cherry Valentine’s best TV moments as BBC star dies at 28

Mrs Hinch fans have revealed their top tips on how to stop cats fouling in your garden - and most of these items can already be found in your kitchen. Cleaning fans have shared five easy, inexpensive and safe ways to tackle the unpleasant pong or sight of the faeces in and around your home once and for all. Fans of the cleaning sensation have taken to discuss the methods on one of the many Facebook groups dedicated to the influencer. Mrs Hinch, whose real name is Sophie Hinchliffe, 32, has risen to fame over the last few years with her various home hacks and now boasts nearly 4.5million followers on Instagram . In one fans group, Mrs Hinch Cleaning tips and tricks , a member sought advice from the group on to stop cats from fouling their garden. Cats fouling in the garden is a nightmare most homeowners experience - and it's even more frustrating when its not your own ( Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) The post was inundated with handy tips, hefty hacks and a … [Read more...] about Mrs Hinch fans share 5 ways to stop cats doing their business in your garden

A restaurant manager has slammed a customer's scathing review about a "nut roast dinner from the 1990s" that left staff in tears. Maxy Farm Pantry and Restaurant in Preston, Lancashire, was on the wrong end of a scathing write-up following a recent visit. One disgruntled diner who visited for Sunday lunch earlier this month said that the menu options, prices and service were not good enough, LancsLive reports . She wrote on Tripadvisor : "Where to start? Table for six, Sunday Lunch, one of which was an 86 year old lady. We were told it was just roasts on a Sunday. Fair enough. "The ONLY dish available for non-meat eaters is a Nut Roast which was vile at £15. "Note to chef as vegetarians we don't eat Nut Roast as its no longer the 90’s. "It would be an idea to get a little more creative and not just have the one very unappealing option without any other choice. "Elderly mother ordered a children’s portion of chicken and asked if it could be sliced off the bone for … [Read more...] about Manager slams customer’s review about ‘nut roast dinner from 90s’ as staff left in tears