Brompton News Hub

Nov

Sports

Coventry City stun Middlesbrough with late double to go 10 points clear in Championship

Coventry City defeated Middlesbrough 4-2 at Riverside Stadium, with late goals from Kitching and Simms extending their Championship lead to 10 points and solidifying their position as promotion favorites.

Clara Nightingale

Nov

Sports

Travis Kelce Delivers Key Performance as Chiefs Beat Colts in Crucial Week 12 Playoff Clash

Travis Kelce delivered a clutch performance as the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Indianapolis Colts 27-20 on November 23, 2025, boosting their playoff odds to 76.4% with free agency looming in March 2026.

Clara Nightingale

Nov

Sports

Luke Riley Makes Long-Overdue UFC Debut After Dominant Cage Warriors Run

Luke Riley, a 23-year-old undefeated MMA fighter from Cage Warriors, makes his long-awaited UFC debut, marking a major moment for European talent entering the UFC. His technical style and brother Kyle in his corner have fans buzzing ahead of his expected appearance at UFC Qatar.

Clara Nightingale

Nov

Sports

Curaçao becomes smallest nation ever to qualify for World Cup with 2-0 win over Jamaica

Curaçao became the smallest nation ever to qualify for the World Cup after a 2-0 win over Jamaica on October 10, 2025, finishing top of CONCACAF Group B with 12 points. Their historic achievement marks the first World Cup appearance for the Caribbean island.

Clara Nightingale

Nov

Sports

Curacao Becomes Smallest Nation Ever to Qualify for World Cup

Curacao, a Caribbean nation of just 165,000 people, became the smallest country ever to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Jamaica, surpassing Iceland’s 2018 record. Their emotional victory, captured by AFP in Willemstad, marks a historic milestone for underdog football.

Clara Nightingale

Oct

World

Kemi Badenoch demands Rachel Reeves' dismissal if tax hikes hit Budget

Kemi Badenoch demands Rachel Reeves be sacked if tax hikes are announced in the November 26, 2025 Budget, as Labour faces a £32–39 billion deficit and breaks its no-tax-rise pledge, triggering a political crisis.

Clara Nightingale

Oct

Science

Rare Mineral Plumbonacrite Found in Mona Lisa Paint Layers

Scientists uncover rare plumbonacrite in Leonardo's Mona Lisa, confirming his use of lead oxide and reshaping conservation tactics.

Clara Nightingale

Oct

Entertainment

Millie Mackintosh Labels Professor Green Marriage ‘Toxic’

Millie Mackintosh labels her marriage to Professor Green ‘toxic’, revealing why their 2014 wedding at Babington House ended after 30 months.

Clara Nightingale

Oct

World

24 Killed as Myanmar Military Bombs Buddhist Festival with Paraglider

A Myanmar military paraglider bombed a Thadingyut festival in Sagaing, killing 24 and injuring 47, sparking global condemnation and raising election concerns.

Clara Nightingale

Oct

Entertainment

Isha Koppikar Calls Women to Be Their Own Durga This Dussehra

Actress Isha Koppikar urges Indian women to embody Durga’s strength, unveiling a nine‑point empowerment plan during Dussehra celebrations with her daughter.

Clara Nightingale

Sep

Entertainment

Lulu’s Live Slip‑Up on This Morning Triggers On‑Air Apology

During a September 24, 2025 interview on ITV’s This Morning, 76‑year‑old singer Lulu unintentionally quoted an F‑word while recounting Elton John’s reaction to her alcohol‑addiction disclosure. Host Ben Shephard paused the show to apologize, stressing the profanity was a quote. Lulu blushed, repeatedly apologised, and continued sharing her decade‑long sobriety journey. The mishap highlighted how hidden addiction can affect even celebrated artists. Viewers got a raw glimpse into her struggle and the show’s quick damage control.

Clara Nightingale

Sep

Education

UCU strike at University of Kent: staff seek workload guarantees amid £19.5m cuts

University of Kent staff are on a week-long strike as the union seeks guarantees on workloads and job security. The walkout follows a £19.5m savings drive after missed recruitment targets. The university has pledged no compulsory cuts for academic teaching staff until December, but not for professional services. Students’ Union backs the strike, while management says redundancies remain a last resort.

Clara Nightingale