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3 days ago
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Jeremy Clarkson asks Piers Morgan for help 21 years after punching him
Jeremy Clarkson turns to Piers Morgan for advice when buying The Farmer's Dog pub on Clarkson's Farm, despite their previous feud. The farmer calls the ex-Good Morning Britain host his "dear friend for decades" when he comes to him for tips on being a pub landlord in episode five of the Prime Video series, released on Friday. Their disagreements have played out very publicly in the spotlight. It was headline news in 2004 when Clarkson punched Morgan at the British Press Awards. A decade later, Clarkson recalled the incident saying Morgan had written "unpleasant stories" about him and thought it was a "joke" which fuelled him to punch him three times. He wrote in The Times in 2014: "'Why's your f****** wife looking at me like that?' he [Morgan] thundered. So I punched him. And then I punched him again. And then I thought: 'You know what? I don't think this would ever get boring.' So I punched him again. And, annoyingly, broke my finger." In another incident on the very last flight of Concorde into London where Clarkson poured water over Morgan's crotch and then told journalists on the steps: " idiot's wet himself" Fast forward to now, they have made up and Clarkson asks Morgan for his help. The surprising scene plays out on the Prime Video series. The presenter explains he was reaching out to "various mates" to make sure he wasn't making a "big mistake" with the pub. In the voiceover, Clarkson says: "I started with a chap who has been a dear friend for decades." So it may surprise Clarkson's Farm viewers to find out this person is in fact Morgan. They video call one morning to catch up before Clarkson signs on the dotted line for The Farmer's Dog which at the time was known as The Windmill. "Morning is that you?" He says in episode five. "Have you got any advice?" And it turns out Morgan does have some good advice, having previously bought pub Hansom Cab on Earl's Court Road, Kensington, West London in 2010. Watch Clarkson's Farm season four trailer below The TV personality has a brutal warning for Clarkson about theft that happens at pubs. He tells him: "People steal stuff from pubs. Every publican will tell you. They'll nick the salt and pepper pots. They'll nick knives and forks. They might even nick plates. They'll nick any art they can rip off the walls." The journalist's words prove to be true as Clarkson has since spoken about the theft he has experienced at The Farmer's Dog. He revealed 104 glasses were stolen on one Sunday last year. In the new year, Clarkson unveiled a plan to tackle the thefts at The Farmer's Dog. Morgan isn't the only celebrity friend who gives Clarkson advice ahead of The Farmer's Dog opening in August last year. Singer James Blunt, who owns The Fox & Pheasant pub in London's Chelsea, had some words of warning too. He tells Clarkson in new scenes: "Obviously drink driving is an issue. In the countryside. That's why you want it in a central hub somewhere so there's a mass of people so they can walk home or people can easily get taxis home." Clarkson replies: "It's near no building of any sort. The nearest village is five miles away." Blunt makes light of the bad situation saying: "Maybe if you're lucky they'll relax the drink driving laws!" He also points out that there can be issues with staffing. Blunt adds: "Staffing is so tricky nowadays because people just don't want to work those kind of hours. It's hard work. Normally they're overseas labourers. So again, as long as Brexit doesn't go through you'll be fine as well." Film director Guy Ritchie, who owns pubs Lore of the Land in Fitzrovia and The Punchbowl in Mayfair, calls Clarkson to share some words of wisdom. He says: "You'll look at it. It looks like you're making £50k a week and then it transpires that you are losing £10k a week." And of course, Clarkson's long-time friend and former The Grand Tour co-host James May makes an appearance. May has had the pub The Royal Oak in the Wiltshire countryside for some time. His warning was all about the hidden costs. May says: "Energy costs. Staff costs. Ingredients costs. Building maintenance costs. Insurance costs. Accountancy costs. Lawn keeping costs. Re-thatching costs in my case. Gravelling costs. Mending the car park costs. Staff costs if I haven't said that already." Off-screen, May spoke about this moment to Yahoo UK in October 2024. "He did ask me [for advice] and I said 'don't do it if you're thinking of it as a business venture because you don't make any money,'" May told Yahoo UK. "I haven't talked to him about it recently but I got the impression that he was having quite a bit of trouble and losing quite a bit of money, which is how it tends to go, certainly to begin with. "But, I mean, he does have an advantage. He's got a big pub and a big car park, we're very strangled on our car park, and obviously he's a very popular bloke and people are very interested to go and try his pub, so if he can't make it work he's a bit of a f***wit really." Clarkson's Farm season four episodes five and six are now available to stream on Prime Video from Friday.
Scottish Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Legendary Sun snapper Arthur Edwards congratulated by Queen as he lands Lifetime Achievement gong after 50-year career
Arthur has travelled to 120 countries, taking photos of the Royal Family and many of the world's biggest names SUN STAR Legendary Sun snapper Arthur Edwards congratulated by Queen as he lands Lifetime Achievement gong after 50-year career Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SUN legend Arthur Edwards last night landed a top honour after 50 years working on the UK's favourite newspaper. Our royal photographer, who still works full-time at 84, was presented with the first Lifetime Achievement gong at the British Press Awards. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Sun legend Arthur Edwards landed a top honour after 50 years working on the UK's favourite newspaper Credit: Paul Edwards 2 Queen Camilla sent a congratulatory message on behalf of King Charles and herself Credit: PA Arthur, who joined The Sun in December 1974, received it as the biggest names in journalism gathered to salute the best in the business. And Queen Camilla sent a congratulatory message on behalf of King Charles and herself. She said: 'I cannot think of anyone who deserves it more. "Not just for your decades of hard graft and talent, but in recognition of the enduring respect, admiration and affection that I know is felt for you across your whole industry — and indeed across the Royal Household. "For more years than either of us care to remember, you have brought your trademark charm, humour and outstanding skill to countless events.' In half a century on The Sun, Arthur has travelled to 120 countries, taking photos of not just the Royal Family but many of the world's biggest names. He received his award at London's Marriott Grosvenor Hotel. Sun Editor-in-Chief Victoria Newton said: 'Arthur Edwards is one of the greats of British journalism.'
Yahoo
30-01-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Financial Times' Peter Spiegel Joins the Washington Post as Managing Editor
Financial Times journalist Peter Spiegel will join the Washington Post as a managing editor starting Feb. 24. Spiegel, who will join the paper's current managing editors Liz Seymour and Scott Vance and will report to executive editor Matt Murray, will oversee its national and local newsroom departments, including coverage of national politics, the federal government, national security, the judiciary, immigration, race, health and science. 'I've been a loyal reader and awestruck admirer of The Post since I first arrived in Washington as a young reporter more than three decades ago,' Spiegel said in a Thursday statement. 'It is an honor to be joining this world-class organization and contribute to the incredible work of its newsroom. I'm grateful to work alongside some of the finest journalists anywhere.' Spiegel most recently serves as FT's U.S. managing editor, overseeing editorial operations in the Americas over the past nearly six years, including its expansion strategy and coverage as well as daily news operations for print and online. During his tenure, the publication won six Gerald Loeb Awards and 13 British Press Awards, including News Website of the Year in 2017 and Newspaper of the Year in 2018. He also served as the head of FT's London newsroom and its Brussels bureau chief and a Washington business correspondent, leading coverage on the Justice Department, the Federal Communications Commission and other federal regulatory agencies, with a special focus on corporate crime, including its coverage of the Enron scandal. Additionally, he held various reporting positions at The Los Angeles Times and The Wall Street Journal from 2006 to 2010, covering foreign policy and military affairs with a special focus on the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, frequently traveling overseas and visiting the war zones. Spiegel began his career as a reporter for Roll Call and Forbes Magazine. 'Peter brings brilliant experience, digital expertise, management chops and a great nose for big stories and areas of opportunity,' Murray added. 'He will be central as we shape the next great chapter for The Washington Post.' Spiegel's appointment comes as the Post has seen several staffers depart after its billionaire owner Jeff Bezos nixed the editorial board's plan to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for president before the 2024 election — marking the first time in 36 years the paper didn't endorse a presidential candidate. Those who have exited include democracy editor Griff Witte, columnists Jen Rubin and Michele Norris, cartoonist Ann Telnaes, editor Philip Rucker, investigative reporter Josh Dawsey, political correspondents Ashley Parker and Michael Scherer and White House reporter Tyler Pager. Additionally, WaPo laid off roughly 100 employees earlier this month. The post Financial Times' Peter Spiegel Joins the Washington Post as Managing Editor appeared first on TheWrap.
Washington Post
30-01-2025
- Business
- Washington Post
Peter Spiegel Joins The Washington Post as Managing Editor
The Washington Post announces award-winning journalist Peter Spiegel as its newest managing editor. Spiegel will oversee The Post's National and Local newsroom departments, including its coverage of national politics, the federal government, national security, the judiciary, immigration, race, health and science. Spiegel joins The Post from The Financial Times (FT), where he most recently served as U.S. managing editor, overseeing its editorial operations in the U.S. and the Americas over the past nearly six years. His leadership included helming the FT's U.S. expansion strategy and coverage as well as its daily news operation both in print and online. During his tenure, the publication won six Gerald Loeb Awards and 13 British Press Awards, including News Website of the Year in 2017 and Newspaper of the Year in 2018. Spiegel also served as the head of the FT's London newsroom and its Brussels bureau chief. 'Peter brings brilliant experience, digital expertise, management chops and a great nose for big stories and areas of opportunity,' said Executive Editor Matt Murray. 'He will be central as we shape the next great chapter for The Washington Post.' 'I've been a loyal reader and awestruck admirer of The Post since I first arrived in Washington as a young reporter more than three decades ago,' shared Spiegel. 'It is an honor to be joining this world-class organization and contribute to the incredible work of its newsroom. I'm grateful to work alongside some of the finest journalists anywhere.' Spiegel held various reporting positions at The Los Angeles Times and The Wall Street Journal from 2006 to 2010, where, at both, he covered foreign policy and military affairs with a special focus on the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, frequently traveling overseas and visiting the war zones. Before these roles, Spiegel reported for the FT from 2000 to 2006 as a Washington business correspondent, leading its coverage on the Justice Department, the Federal Communications Commission and other federal regulatory agencies, with a special focus on corporate crime, including its coverage of the Enron scandal. Spiegel began his career as a reporter for Roll Call and Forbes Magazine. He holds a master's degree in European politics and policy from the London School of Economics and a bachelor's in history from the University of Pennsylvania. Spiegel joins current Managing Editors Liz Seymour and Scott Vance and will report to Executive Editor Matt Murray. He will begin Feb. 24 and will be based in Washington.
