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Daily Record
5 days ago
- Daily Record
Urgent search for rugby star who vanished on Friday as wife makes social media plea
Brandon Moore has not been seen since yesterday. An urgent search is under way for rugby league star Brandon Moore, who has not been seen since Friday. The 28-year-old hooker plays for Batley Bulldogs player. Originally from Maryport in Cumbria but now living in Castleford, West Yorkshire, he disappeared yesterday, leaving his devastated family desperate for answers. His wife Mara issued a heartbreaking plea on social media as concern grows for the dad-of-three. On Facebook, she wrote: "If anyone has seen Brandon Moore can you please message me?" "I usually wouldn't ever post anything on here like this, but family and friends haven't seen or heard of him and hoping maybe someone's seen sightings of him and can message me? "I have a 7 week old baby at home and 2 others so I can't go hunting myself other than a car ride. Police contacted. Been missing approx 14 hours now. Thank you." At the time of writing, the desperate post has been shared over 2,400 times, while there are 55 comments from concerned followers. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Moore was supposed to be at the Fox's Biscuits Stadium for Batley's Championship match against table-topping French club Toulouse Olympique on Saturday. The hooker was named in the squad, but did not show up for the match, which the home side, who sit 11th in the Championship, ended up losing 30-14. He joined the club last year after spending eight years at Halifax Panthers, captaining them to an 1895 Cup final win in 2023. Moore previously spoke of his connection with Halifax. He told Yorkshire Live: "Along the years I've met some top blokes who've made my time at the club and I've made some special bonds that are life long. "Even though I'm not a Halifax lad, I always knew how much rugby league meant to the town and it was always an honour to captain the side."
The Sun
22-05-2025
- General
- The Sun
We spruced up our kitchen with Facebook Marketplace and £10 Amazon bargains – people say it ‘looks so much better now'
ARE you keen to give your home a revamp this year - but don't want fork our a small mortgage? Now, one woman has proved a house transformation doesn't necessarily require spending thousands. 2 2 Lauren Marie, from Batley, near Leeds, was able to give her kitchen a quick and easy overhaul ''on a semi budget'', thanks to shopping on Facebook Marketplace and Amazon. Thrilled with her DIY makeover, Lauren took to social media and posted on DIY On A Budget Official, a private Facebook group with 2.2million members, to share a before and after look at her jaw-dropping project - and it's left many open-mouthed. The DIY fan also explained how she was able to keep the costs as low - which included not just scoring epic deals online but also upcycling her current furniture. One of the main features that social media users love are the brick-effect slips that Lauren had attached as a splash feature. These, as well as the modern kitchen table, were spotted on Facebook Marketplace and set her back just £30. While Lauren didn't replace cupboards, they still looked brand new - thanks to chic black handles to replace the existing white ones. Another fabulous element that tied everything together was the wooden-effect worktop - which immediately gave the room that cottage feel. Lauren wrote in the post: ''Chairs were my old grey ones but bought black chair covers from Amazon £10!'' As well as this, she also purchased a new sink from Victoria Plumbing and paid £80 for it - still keeping things relatively affordable. Showcasing the gorgeous makeover, the thrifty DIY fan said: ''It's taken a lot of patience and time but so happy with it.'' I transformed my council house hallway for under £60 - the old laminate has vanished but critics say it 'looks cheap' 'Looks so much better' The epic transformation has since taken the internet by storm, with the post amassing over 40 likes and heaps of comments. Social media users flooded to share their thoughts, as many praised Lauren. One person said: ''Fab.. kitchen looks soooo warm.'' ''Great job, looks so much better, love it,'' another chimed in. ''Looks lovely,'' a third wrote, adding a thumbs-up emoji. 10 DIY hacks for under £1 each These simple and affordable DIY hacks can help you get creative while saving money Homemade Air Freshener: Mix baking soda with a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Place it in a small jar with a perforated lid to keep your home smelling fresh. Upcycled Tin Can Planters: Clean and paint empty tin cans to use as stylish planters for herbs or small plants. Custom Phone Stand: Use a sturdy piece of cardboard or an old plastic credit card to create a custom phone stand. Decorate it with washi tape or paint. DIY Lip Scrub: Combine sugar and a bit of honey or coconut oil to make a natural lip scrub. Store in a small container. Personalised Bookmarks: Use old greeting cards or decorative paper to create unique bookmarks. Punch a hole at the top and add a ribbon for a finishing touch. Decorative Mason Jars: Paint or decoupage old mason jars to use as decorative vases, storage containers, or candle holders. Easy Cable Organiser: Use empty toilet paper rolls to organize cables and cords. Decorate the rolls with colorful paper or tape. Magnetic Spice Jars: Attach small magnets to the lids of small jars and stick them to a metal board or fridge for easy-access spice storage. Handmade Coasters: Cut out squares from old corkboard or felt and decorate them with paint or fabric to create custom coasters. Natural All-Purpose Cleaner: Mix equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle. Add a few drops of essential oil for a pleasant scent. Use it to clean surfaces around your home. More budget-friendly makeovers With Brits looking to spruce up their homes on the cheap, hundreds have taken to social media to show off their wallet-friendly home glow-ups. Recently, one woman shared how she did up her kitchen for just £30 after she was quoted a whopping £600. Meanwhile, someone else made their council house go from drab to fab with a lick of paint, spending a mere £75 in the process. Another woman stunned people with her kitchen reno that came up to under £100.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Yahoo
Paedophile satanic sex cult leader can be moved to open prison
A sex cult leader who brainwashed and abused children can be moved to an open prison, the Parole Board has said. Colin Batley was jailed for a minimum of 11 years and was warned in 2011 that he could spend the rest of his life behind bars. The then 48-year-old was convicted of 35 charges after he operated as the self-styled high priest of the cult which he ran from a series of quiet homes in a cul-de-sac in Kidwelly, west Wales. The Parole Board noted at the time of his offending he had an obsession with sex and 'child abuse supportive beliefs' and showed a 'callous disregard' for the feelings of victims. But in the third review of his eligibility for parole on March 7, the panel heard of Batley's work to address his sexual offending and that his behaviour in prison was 'exemplary'. Batley agreed his release 'would not be a good idea' at this stage but that he wanted to build on his skills in an open prison. Open prisons have minimal security and allow eligible prisoners to spend most of their day out of prison on licence, for example to carry out work or education. Shabana Mahmood, the Justice Secretary, will make the final decision whether to accept the Parole Board's recommendation for open conditions. In a decision summary, a Parole Board spokesman said: 'The panel reflected on the gravity of the index offences and the profound harm caused to victims. Mr Batley had shown a commitment in prison to address his risk to others and had completed all recommended work. 'After considering the progress made and the evidence presented at the hearing, the panel was not satisfied that release at this point would be safe for the protection of the public. 'However, on considering the criteria for recommending placement in open conditions, the panel recommended that Mr Batley should be progressed in this way.' Batley moved from London to Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire, where all the cult members were based. Batley used his position as the cult leader to rape boys and girls and was found guilty of offences including 11 rapes, three indecent assaults, causing prostitution for personal gain, causing a child to have sex and inciting a child to have sex. He was given a public protection sentence with an 11-year minimum recommendation. Jacqueline Marling, 42, described as 'Batley's right-hand woman', was jailed for 12 years, while Batley's wife Elaine, 47, was jailed for eight years. Shelly Millar, 35, described during the trial as Batley's 'sex slave', was jailed for five years. Vincent Barden, 70, of Kempston, Bedfordshire, who was not a cult member, was jailed for three years after admitting two counts of sexual assault on an underage girl. Batley had been rejected three times by the Parole Board previously. Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
BBC News
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Film that is a "love letter to Barnsley' to be shown
A new documentary film described as a "love letter to Barnsley" will premiere later in the Town I Love So Well has been produced as part of the council-run Storying Barnsley cultural programme, and explores local heritage and residents' free screening takes place at the Parkway Cinema at 19:00 GMT on director Sam Batley said: "I feel really proud of what I've made and all the people that have worked on it." He added: "We've been able to dig into the people that make the town what it is, all I've done is put my camera on something that already exists - a tremendous sense of community, inspiration, and expression."Those who appear in the film discuss what the town means to them and their sense of identity and Batley's A Barnsley Story project also includes a "responsive" photography exhibition that curates images taken by 30 participants on disposable will then be displayed at the Barnsley project has been funded by Barnsley Council using part of an Arts Council England Batley said he had "a bit of nerves, mixed with excitement" ahead of the film's premiere, after almost a year of work going into it."If I feel chuffed with it, hopefully some other people will feel chuffed with it." Listen to highlights from South Yorkshire on BBC Sounds or catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
BBC News
16-03-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Wakefield and Leigh go through in Challenge Cup
Tom Johnstone's two tries helped Wakefield Trinity come from behind to win 22-12 at Huddersfield Giants in a West Yorkshire derby and reach the quarter-finals of the Challenge were joined by Leigh Leopards in the last eight as Adrian Lam's side cruised to a 12-try romp to see off Championship team Batley Bulldogs produced the performance of the day, with two moments of quality for newly-promoted Trinity after Liam Hood had levelled the score early in the second Huddersfield, it was more second-half Robinson's team have led in all four of their Super League fixtures this season, and lost them time they led after wingers Adam Swift and Sam Halsall helped them hit back after Mike McMeeken had powered over to open the scoring for the went over from dummy half to make it 12-12 just after the resumption and, after Oliver Pratt's superb tackle had denied Swift a second try, Johnstone took a hand with a trademark tight finish in the who reached a Grand Final with Catalans in 2023 and returned to Wakefield following their promotion last season, then leaped highest to gather a Jake Trueman kick and go Mason Lino coming up with two fine conversions, Trinity, who have began life back in Super League with two wins from four matches, made sure of their place in Monday's quarter-final will also be in the hat after they made light work of Batley, with Umyla Hanley, Keanan Brand and Lachlan Lam all scoring Badrock bagged his first home try for the Leopards while Darnell McIntosh, Tesi Niu, Matt Davis, Aaron Pene and Owen Trout also got on the could have been worse for Batley, but Ben McNamara missed five conversions, and the Yorkshire side got a consolation try when Robbie Butterworth made use of an excellent 40/20 by Josh Woods.
