The name that doomed a console (Nintendo) The Monday letters page discusses the best UK video game magazines, as one reader offers his review of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. To join in with the discussions yourself email gamecentral@metro.co.uk Funny namesSomeone the other day was trying to guess the name of Nintendo’s next console. I think […]
Oakland port area fire at lithium battery plant contained
A small fire that kicked up considerable black smoke at the Port of Oakland on Sunday has already been contained, according to a spokesperson for the Oakland Fire Department. The fire started inside a lithium battery plant when a pile of batteries caught fire Sunday mid-afternoon. The small blaze does not pose a risk to […]
Stout Stars defense corps presents Avalanche with tougher challenge in second round
Colorado expected a long, grueling series against Winnipeg, but instead had its way with the Jets. The Avs know they’re in one now against Dallas, and they’re going to have to dig in and outlast the Stars. “They’re both really good hockey teams,” Avs defenseman Devon Toews said. “(Stars goalie Jake Oettinger) is playing really […]
Stout Stars defense corps presents Avalanche with tougher challenge in second round
Colorado expected a long, grueling series against Winnipeg, but instead had its way with the Jets. The Avs know they’re in one now against Dallas, and they’re going to have to dig in and outlast the Stars. “They’re both really good hockey teams,” Avs defenseman Devon Toews said. “(Stars goalie Jake Oettinger) is playing really […]
SF Giants lose Jung Hoo Lee, walk off Reds to win series
SAN FRANCISCO — The Giants have taken blow after blow over the past week and sustained another significant one early Sunday afternoon against the Reds. But if their response to losing their dynamic center fielder offered any indication, then they don’t plan to waive the white flag anytime soon. Without Jung Hoo Lee, who crumpled […]
Map shows all the wild swimming spots you can take a dip to cool off
Dozens of new wild swimming sites have been designated as ‘bating sites’ (Picture: PA) A record number of wild swimming spots have been designated as bathing sites in England ahead of the summer – with a new map showing where you can take a dip to cool off. It brings the total number of sites […]
What’s my horoscope for today? May 13, 2024 astrological predictions for your star sign
What’s in store for you today? (Picture: Metro.co.uk) Expect the unexpected and you’ll never be surprised. Unless, Gemini, a shocking revelation coincides with a fresh start. Or, Leo, Uranus leads you down you’d never think to explore. Ahead, you’ll find all the star signs’ horoscopes for today: Monday May 13, 2024. Like checking your horoscope every morning? You can […]
BBC TV legend addresses James Bond rumours after years of speculation
We’re still none the wiser as to who the next James Bond will be (Picture: BBC/Shutterstock) Aidan Turner has addressed the long-running rumours he could be the next James Bond. The Poldark star, 40, was one of quite a few on the list of contenders to be the next 007 when Daniel Craig stepped down […]
Rio Ferdinand slams Erik ten Hag for ‘unfair’ treatment of Man Utd star
Rio Ferdinand sees Aaron Wan-Bissaka as a more natural centre-back (Picture: Getty) Rio Ferdinand has slammed Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag for his treatment of midfielder Casemiro and has urged the Dutchman not to play him in defence. Casemiro started Sunday’s 1-0 home defeat to Arsenal at centre-back alongside Jonny Evans with the Red […]
Bafta-winning Top Boy star says Netflix role ‘changed her life’
Top Boy actress Jasmine Jobson has credited the series with changing her life (Picture: Reuters/ Hollie Adams) Top Boy actress Jasmine Jobson has said working on the Netflix series ‘changed my life’. The British crime drama premiered in 2017 and was set on the fictional Summerhouse estate in the London Borough of Hackney. It focused […]
Rockies finish off sweep of Rangers with stellar defense, notch fourth straight win
Pittsburgh’s Steel Curtain. Dallas’ Doomsday Defense. Chicago’s Monsters of the Midway. L.A. Fearsome Foursome. Make way for Colorado’s Purple Rally Killers. On a Sunday afternoon when elite defense was paramount, the Rockies delivered a 3-1 victory to complete a three-game sweep over the defending World Series champion Rangers at Coors Field. The Rockies have won […]
Human remains found in woodland belong to dad reported missing six months ago
Remains found west of Carlisle earlier this month belong to 56-year-old Paul Taylor (Picture: Cumbria Police Service) Human remains found in woodland are those of a 56-year-old dad whose disappearance six months ago launched a murder investigation. Paul Taylor, from Annan in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, had not been seen since October 17 last year. […]