movie review DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE Running time: 124 minutes. Rated PG (suggestive material, smoking and some thematic elements). In theaters. It would be a dangerous drinking game to take a swig every time a character in “Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale” mentions that times are changing. But their obsession with moving on — … Read more
This gives new meaning to the mile high club. An on-duty flight attendant with British Airways was found naked and high on drugs in the bathroom of an airplane headed to Heathrow Airport. Haden Pentecost, 41, had methamphetamine and amphetamines in his system when he was supposed to be attending to passengers on a flight … Read more
Prince Harry is keen for his children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, to follow in his footsteps by receiving a British education, according to a former palace staffer. The Duke of Sussex, 40, has been raising his two youngsters, ages 6 and 4, with his wife, Meghan Markle, in Montecito, Calif., since 2020. However, according … Read more
Brits are back online with another apparently affronting American-ism. A Londoner, supposedly sick and tired of silly tourists, took to Reddit with a “PSA to Americans visiting this summer,” and warned that the British “do not shorten place names here” — a habit many Yanks didn’t even know they had. Apparently, this is an annoying … Read more
If it’s a live bat instead of a golf ball, do you still say “fore?” Halloween came early for NBC’s Kevin Kisner and Dan Hicks as a bat flew into their broadcast booth, spooking them and forcing them to take cover during the British Open at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland. “Apparently, a bat of … Read more
Scottie Scheffler hit one of the shots of the day at the British Open Thursday, and almost simultaneously, a spectator unleashed their own. As Scheffler sent a picture-perfect approach shot sailing toward the hole on the 17th during the first round of the tournament, one attendee at Royal Portrush Golf Club passed some gas – … Read more
Jena Sims kept it playful with fellow golf WAGs on the eve of the 2025 British Open. The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model, who has been married to five-time major champion Brooks Koepka since 2022, posted a cheeky social media video Wednesday about the next generation with the caption, “When the younger hot golf WAGs want … Read more
Nearly a third of Americans think they could pass as British, based on their knowledge of UK culture. While 27 percent felt somewhat confident they can nail the British accent, 26 percent admitted they regularly struggle to understand it. This week, they were put to the test when former tennis player and Wimbledon veteran John … Read more
It comes with a side of spies. Long Island’s newest steakhouse is a fascinating nod to the Culper spy ring, a local group of Revolutionary War double agents whose heroic espionage efforts saved the colonial forces on multiple occasions. “As we were going through school, we learned about the spy ring and the effect it … Read more
When we dreamt of a magic pill that could cure anything, we weren’t thinking of poo pills — also known as “crapsules.” But these little capsules packed with freeze-dried fecal matter have recently shown promise in treating everything from advanced cancer to deadly liver disease. Some even say fecal transplants — in which the poop … Read more
A layover could lead to a layoff in a flash. While airlines often restrict crewmember social media use on the job, British Airways has taken the crackdown to the next level — by limiting what members post during their personal time as well. The carrier now prohibits airline employees — including pilots and flight attendants … Read more
British actor Michael McStay, best known for his role in “Doctor Who,” has died. He was 92. A representative for the actor shared the news of his death on Facebook Tuesday. Michael McStay. Sharry Clark Artists/Facebook “It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Michael McStay, an actor of the highest standing, … Read more
Joanna Lumley is reflecting on her life and sharing some sound advice while doing it. The British actress, who turned 79 on Thursday, recently revealed in a bold statement that she expects her “time must be coming quite soon.” The “Absolutely Fabulous” star said “beloved friends are beginning to leave” in an interview with My Weekly. … Read more
A British popstar’s jaw-dropping before and after photos have divided men and women everywhere – exposing a drastic difference between the sexes. Olly Murs, who shot to fame on the UK X-Factor in 2009, recently underwent an impressive 12-week transformation ahead of a “grueling” 33-date UK and Ireland tour. But the 40-year-old’s new “shredded and pumped” physique … Read more
Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. David Brent Ricky Gervais is headed stateside. The button-pushing comic kicks off the North American leg of his ongoing ‘Mortality Tour’ on … Read more
Get Back. Legendary rock band The Who reunited with drummer Zak Starkey – the son of The Beatles’ Ringo Starr – just days after firing him, revealing that their “communication issues” have been “aired happily.” “News Flash! Who Backs Zak!” the group’s guitarist and co-founder, Pete Townshend, wrote in an Instagram post on Saturday. “He’s … Read more
A British boss has been left bemused and baffled after a Gen Zer insisted on looking like a breakfast plate during her job interview – no, seriously. Aidan Cramer is the co-founder of AIApply, an app that uses artificial intelligence to help workers write cover letters, apply for jobs and ultimately secure interviews. The boss … Read more
Live from across the pond, it’s Saturday night. A British version of “Saturday Night Live” was officially announced by U.K. broadcaster Sky in a press release Thursday. The London-based series, premiering in 2026, will be executive produced by “SNL” creator Lorne Michaels (who will continue to produce the US series), as well as Broadway Video … Read more
Sitting around a wrestling ring, churchgoers roared as local hero Billy O’Keeffe body-slammed a fighter named Disciple. Beneath stained-glass windows, they whooped and cheered as burly, tattooed wresters tumbled into the aisle during a six-man tag-team battle. This is Wrestling Church, which brings blood, sweat and tears — mostly sweat — to St. Peter’s Anglican church in … Read more
A British tour guide who shows groups of tourists around North Korea says everyone’s “wrong” about the country — and it’s just a “normal” place to live. Zoe Stephens, 31, has visited North Korea 30 times since March 2016 — taking countless “foreigners” from the UK, Germany, the Netherlands and Australia with her. She says there … Read more