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Lidl Staffer Sacked Over 17p Water as Trump Talks Iran Power Shift, Police Search Near Nancy Guthrie, Six Nations TV Times, Olympics Nutrition, YouTube Anniversary, Celeb Birthdays, Entertainment Returns, Munich Security Conference, and Travel Picks
Lidl employee dismissed after drinking a 17p bottle of water without paying
A Lidl worker who had spent more than a decade at the retailer’s Wincanton store was sacked for gross misconduct after drinking a 17p bottle of water left at the checkout without paying. Julian Oxborough said he was dehydrated during his shift and believed the bottle could be written off, but managers cited conflicting explanations and his failure to report it. An employment tribunal in Southampton in October 2025 upheld Lidl’s decision and rejected his unfair dismissal claim.
Trump Says a Change in Power in Iran Would Be the Best Outcome
Donald Trump said a change in power in Iran “would be the best thing that could happen,” commenting soon after confirming the deployment of a second U.S. aircraft carrier group to the Middle East and following remarks to troops at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
Police Search Underway Near Nancy Guthrie’s Home
Police are conducting a search in Tucson, Arizona, near the area where 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie was abducted nearly two weeks ago.
Disney’s ‘ZOMBIES’ and ‘Descendants’ Stars Return in ‘Locker Diaries’
Disney’s “ZOMBIES” and “Descendants” cast members reprise their roles in the new series “Locker Diaries,” which is now streaming on Disney+.
How Olympic athletes eat during the Games and how nutrition supports performance
During the Winter Olympic Games, athletes eat their daily meals in shared dining facilities designed to meet intense training and competition demands. Their food choices focus on fueling performance and recovery, with nutrition playing a key role in energy levels, endurance, and overall results.
On This Day, Feb. 14: YouTube Was Founded
On Feb. 14, 2005, former PayPal employees founded the video-sharing site YouTube. About a year and a half later, Google bought the company for $1.65 billion.
Famous birthdays for February 14: Karol G and Phill Lewis
Famous birthdays for February 14 include musician Karol G turning 35 and actor Phill Lewis turning 58.
Louis Rees-Zammit’s Relationship History, Including Links to a Manchester United Legend’s Daughter and a Strictly Star
Louis Rees-Zammit returns to Six Nations action this weekend, with his current partner set to watch him play, amid renewed attention on his past relationships, including reported links to the daughter of a Manchester United legend and a former Strictly Come Dancing star.
Scotland vs England: Kickoff time and TV channel for the Six Nations
Scotland and England are set to face each other in the Six Nations, with broadcast details confirming the match’s start time and the TV channel showing it.
Ireland vs Italy: TV Channel and Kick-off Time for the Six Nations Match
Ireland and Italy will face each other in the Six Nations this weekend, with broadcast details and the kick-off time set for the upcoming clash.
Historic Kent Village with a Vineyard, River Walks, and Notable Famous Residents
A picturesque Kent village known for its historic character offers a local vineyard and scenic riverside walks. It also has an intriguing link to a well-known painter and was once home to a Hollywood star.
Munich Security Conference: Rubio to Speak as Leaders Meet
Leaders are gathering at the Munich Security Conference for three days of discussions on global security, the war in Ukraine, and the future of transatlantic relations, with Rubio scheduled to deliver a speech.
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