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Chris Stapleton gets candid with Today's Willie Geist, reveals feeling 'terrified' before Super Bowl performance
Chris Stapleton gets candid with Today's Willie Geist, reveals feeling 'terrified' before Super Bowl performance
Chris Stapleton opened up the 2023 Super Bowl with the national anthem, inspiring tears both at the stadium in Glendale, Arizona, and at home
2023-10-30 16:42
TikToker cries over reality of working first ever 9–5 job
TikToker cries over reality of working first ever 9–5 job
The world of work can be a difficult place at times, as one TikToker found after graduating college and getting her first job. The reality of travelling into the city, working, and getting back late was all too much for Brielle, who goes by the username brielleybelly123 on the site. Brielle recorded a video of herself in tears, reflecting on her experiences of beginning a new job after graduating. Speaking to the camera, she said: “I know I’m probably just being so dramatic and annoying, but this is my first job, like, my first 9-5 job after college.” Brielle added: “I’m in person and I’m commuting in the city and it takes me f***ing forever to get there.” Later in the video, she said: “I don’t have time to do anything. I want to shower, eat my dinner, go to sleep — I don’t have time or energy to cook my dinner either.” @brielleybelly123 im also getting sick leave me alone im emotional ok i feel 12 and im scared of not having time to live Speaking about her commute in the clip, Brielle said that she travelled more than an hour each way and left for work at 7am. Her words sparked a big reaction in the comments section, with many sympathising with her and calling for a four day working week. One viewer wrote: “The 40 hour work week is beyond outdated and your feelings are totally valid.” Another said: “High school set us up for the 9-5 then college ruined it.” One more wrote: “40 hour work week was designed with a homemaker to take care of house tasks. We need dual incomes now, so that’s not possible. No time for anything.” “Gen Z need to collectively move up into management positions and then collectively enforce the 4 day work week,” a user commented. One more seemed to sum up the collective verdict, saying: “Everyone feels like this and no one does anything about it.” Sign up for our free Indy100 weekly newsletter How to join the indy100's free WhatsApp channel Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings
2023-10-24 18:27
Desmarais-Backed Venture Firm Gets Money for Climate Tech Fund
Desmarais-Backed Venture Firm Gets Money for Climate Tech Fund
A venture firm backed by Power Corp. of Canada closed a round for a new climate-technology fund, tapping
2023-12-01 18:00
Who is Charli XCX? Here's why 'Boys' singer wanted to 'leak' Addison Rae's song '2 Die 4'
Who is Charli XCX? Here's why 'Boys' singer wanted to 'leak' Addison Rae's song '2 Die 4'
Charli expressed her deep appreciation for the song and the collaboration with Addison Rae
2023-10-14 17:05
Lenny Hochstein slams Lisa Hochstein for 'false victim narrative' as he replies to 'RHOM' star's 'mistress' remark on Katharina Mazepa
Lenny Hochstein slams Lisa Hochstein for 'false victim narrative' as he replies to 'RHOM' star's 'mistress' remark on Katharina Mazepa
Lenny Hochstein defends Katharina Mazepa as he slams Lisa Hochstein's comment on his engagement news while claiming 'there was no cheating'
2023-08-03 17:28
Donald Trump Jr boasts about rolling with his 'squad' and the Internet has a field day
Donald Trump Jr boasts about rolling with his 'squad' and the Internet has a field day
Donald Trump Jr got trolled after he shared a picture, posing with Donald Trump, Tucker Carlson, Kid Rock, and Dana White
2023-11-13 16:59
Hajj: Price rises making pilgrimage increasingly unaffordable
Hajj: Price rises making pilgrimage increasingly unaffordable
The pilgrimage to Mecca is becoming increasingly unaffordable for many Muslims across the world.
2023-06-28 17:32
TikTok won't launch cross-border e-commerce services in Indonesia amid concerns
TikTok won't launch cross-border e-commerce services in Indonesia amid concerns
By Stanley Widianto and Josh Ye JAKARTA/HONG KONG TikTok said it has no plans to roll out a
2023-07-27 21:23
Trucking Firm Yellow Considers Asset Sale Through Bankruptcy Filing
Trucking Firm Yellow Considers Asset Sale Through Bankruptcy Filing
Yellow Corp. is considering a sale of assets and real estate through a bankruptcy filing, which may come
2023-08-05 02:39
Israel Warns of ‘Long’ War as Invasion of Gaza Strip Begins
Israel Warns of ‘Long’ War as Invasion of Gaza Strip Begins
Israel announced the “second stage” of its war against Hamas, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warning that the
2023-10-29 03:12
Where to find the best Guinness in London – and how to spot a bad one
Where to find the best Guinness in London – and how to spot a bad one
Finding a decent pint of Guinness in London can all too often be a disappointing quest, from sour or bitter to poorly poured pints in plastic cups with bubbly heads. Some even say London is where Guinness goes to die. For those who feel they should at least enjoy drinking the pint they’ve paid ludicrous prices for, here’s a small, non-exhaustive and open-ended list of London pubs where you’re more or less guaranteed a scrumptious pint of what my friends and I call Guinny Jones. I’d like to add a disclaimer that I’m not an expert – though I am a quarter Irish and have taken the Guinness factory tour in Dublin – I just really, really like a good pint. So, I spoke to Ian Ryan, who runs an Instagram account dedicated to the capital’s crimes against the black stuff (@shitlondonguinness) and though he isn’t exactly short on blasphemous submissions, he’s also got a lot of insight into what makes a good pint and where to find it. Plus, Ian has a book coming out in October, A Beautiful Pint: One man’s search for the perfect pint of Guinness - he cares about the cause. Before we get to the pubs, here’s what we’re looking for in a pint. Texture: it should have a texture that withstands the “tilt test”, if you tip your glass slightly to the side and the head starts dripping down the side, it’s too watery. It should rise just above the edge of the glass in an oh-so-satisfying manner. Taste: Guinness has a malty sweetness and bitter hoppines, but it shouldn’t be too bitter, nor should it be sour. It should be rich and creamy, with slight aromas of coffee. If it tastes metallic, run for the hills. Head: a good pint of Guinness needs that signature creamy head. Ideally, it’ll be domed and around three-quarters of an inch. This is essential for balance and flavour. Also, if the head is littered with bubbles, it means it hasn’t been properly aerated and will almost definitely taste bad. Pour: according to Guinness Storehouse it should, of course, be in a Guinness or milk stout glass – it’s just wrong drinking out of a Stella or Beavertown. It should then be poured at a 45-degree angle up to the harp and then left to settle for at least a minute, but up to two if possible. It’s finished by topping up with the glass held straight. Red flags: according to Ryan, any sort of bubbles in the head are a big no-no. “Also, if you walk into a pub and no one is drinking Guinness, it could be a sign of bad things to come…” The Auld Shillelagh, 105 Stoke Newington Church Street, London, N16 0UD This Irish pub is most die-hard Guinness fan’s favourite London establishment, Ryan included. It looks tiny and unassuming from the outside but its narrow interior stretches far back into a surprisingly spacious garden. They have live music, great craic and, of course, perfect pints of Guinness. The best thing about the Shillay is that it doesn’t try too hard, which means it ends up absolutely nailing the pub formula. The Irish Times even named it the “most authentic Irish pub in the world outside Ireland”. If that doesn’t convince you, I don’t know what will. The Globe, 20 Morning Lane, London, E9 6NA A pub where you can enjoy Spoons prices without Spoons guilt, The Globe is a local’s pub through and through, but they’re also incredibly welcoming to newcomers. They’ve got live sports, pool, darts, karaoke, live music and pints of Guinness that pass the test at around the £4 mark, for zone 2, that’s practically unheard of. The Coach and Horses, 42 Wellington Street, London, WC2E 7BD Not far from Covent Garden piazza, The Coach and Horses is just far enough off the beaten track to not be inundated as most pubs in central are. This one-room Irish pub was once voted as the best Guinness in Britain by The Irish Post, plus they also sell hot roast beef sandwiches. Gibney’s London, 70 City Road, London, EC1Y 2BJ Staying open until 2am on a Friday, Gibney’s is an Irish pub based in the heart of Shoreditch. Upstairs they have “inventive small plates, Irish meats cooked over the open flame, fresh seafood and more from chef Richard Corrigan”, while downstairs they have Shit London Guinness-approved pints. The Cock Tavern, 23 Phoenix Road, London, NW1 1HB An unpretentious pub that prides itself on not being trendy, The Cock Tavern is a delight for both locals and tourists due to its proximity to Euston. Described by one reviewer as an “oasis of humour, personality and character” in the big city and endorsed by SLG, this rough-and-ready establishment knows how to pour a pint and provide good times. The Sheephaven Bay, 2 Mornington Street, London, NW1 7QD An “Irish bar with a conservatory, beer garden and no less than seven plasma screens for showing sports”, The Sheephaven Bay is easily the best Guinness in Camden. Lively atmosphere and friendly staff, what’s not to like? The Kenton Pub, 38 Kenton Road, London, E9 5BA Most of the pubs listed have unsurprisingly been of the Irish variety, so to throw a curve ball into the mix is the Kenton, a Norwegian pub in Hackney. There’s loads of cosy nooks and crannies, occasional DJs on a Saturday and the fantastic staff all pride themselves on pouring a proper pint. I asked general manager Morgan Ryan about what the secret to serving great Guinness is: “There’s not really a trick to it if you’ve ever poured a pint. Don’t buy old kegs, don’t store them badly and don’t have dirty ass lines.” Read More Marina O’Loughlin is wrong – there’s joy in solo dining Budget Bites: Three recipes to keep food bills down before pay day Meal plan: Romesco chicken and other recipes to fall in love with The chef who hated food as a child Who knew a simple flan could be so well-travelled? Midweek comfort food: Singaporean curry sauce and rice
2023-08-11 19:00
'Friend supporting friend': Fans praise Cara Delevingne as she roots for Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce romance
'Friend supporting friend': Fans praise Cara Delevingne as she roots for Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce romance
Cara Delevingne supports her friend Taylor Swift as singer dives into whirlwind romance with Travis Kelce
2023-11-21 19:26