LUKE LITTLER’S record best average in the PDC Development Tour has been smashed by a 19-year-old.
The Nuke has taken darts by storm since his emergence in 2023 but could soon come up against some other young contenders.
Littler, 18, is considered one of the best at the oche at the moment and is the reigning world champion.
However, he will have to keep an eye on the new players that are coming through.
Charlie Manby, 19, pulled off an astonishing 130.70 average during his most recent PDC Development Tour victory.
He claimed a whitewash 4-0 win over Patrick Williams in a destructive manner.
Manby started the game with a 180 and won the opening leg in 13 darts – his worst effort in the match.
His second leg took him just ten darts while his next two were just 12 shots each.
His average bettered Littler’s previous record best on the tour before he joined the seniors.
The Warrington thrower’s highest average at the level was 115.22 which was back in 2023.
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This ranks as the seventh best in the tour records as three other players also broke the 120 mark.
Those were Bradley Brooks, Gert Nentjes, and Owen Bates.
It is the highest ever in the 15-year history of the development tournaments.
Manby still has a way to go if he is to completely usurp Littler’s record-best average.
In Littler’s run to become world champion, he recorded a set average of 140.91 against Ryan Meikle.
It was the best-ever average set at the tournament during an entire set.
Littler has already come face to face with Manby as they played each other at the Isle of Man Classic Youth In 2023.
They played each other in the final, and Littler dominated to a 5-1 victory.
Meanwhile, Littler suffered a disappointing night in the Premier League Darts last week.
In Dublin, the Nuke was dumped out by Gerwyn Price and tossed his darts to the ground in frustration.
Here is all the prize money Luke Littler has won so far after being crowned 2025 PDC World Darts Championship winner:
World Championship 2025 – £500,000
World Championship 2024 – £200,000
Grand Slam of Darts 2024 – £150,000
European Tour – £91,000
Player Championships events – £71,500
Players Championship final runner-up – £60,000
UK Open 2023 + 2024 – £17,500
World Matchplay – £10,000
World Grand Prix – £7,500
European Championship – £7,500
(Unranked) Premier League Darts – £315,000
TOTAL: £1.43 million
WITH spring just around the corner, it’s nearly time to bid farewell to winter and welcome in those sunnier days.
And with that, many Brits will be gearing up to spring-clean their homes to let that sunlight in.
According to a survey by Thane UK, more than 93% of British households engage in a major spring cleaning exercise at least once a year.
But, unsurprisingly, over half of Brits dread the thought of doing it.
However, that doesn’t have to be the case, as Danielle Mason, a cleaning expert with 20 years of experience, believes that the key is to start now to make your life easier.
She explains: “Why wait for spring to start your spring cleaning?
“Getting ahead now means you can refresh your space, clear out the winter clutter, and step into the new season feeling organised and energised.
“Plus, tackling it early gives you more time to enjoy the brighter days when they arrive!”
Here, in her own words, Danielle reveals her top cleaning hacks that everyone should be doing now, and the 10 grossest areas people always forget about.
Before diving into deep cleaning, take the time to declutter your home.
Go through each room methodically, sorting items into three categories: donate, recycle, or discard.
Be honest about what you use and need; if something hasn’t been touched in over a year, it’s likely time to let it go.
A clutter-free space makes cleaning more effective and gives your home an instant refresh.
Spring cleaning can feel overwhelming, but breaking it down into manageable tasks helps.
Instead of trying to clean everything in one day, focus on one room per week leading up to spring.
Start with high-traffic areas such as the kitchen and living room, then move on to bedrooms, bathrooms, and storage spaces.
Over the winter months, walls and skirting boards accumulate dust, grime, and scuff marks.
Use a damp microfibre cloth with mild soap or a mix of warm water and vinegar to gently wipe them down.
Pay extra attention to corners and areas near heating vents, which tend to collect more dirt.
Soft surfaces can trap dust, allergens, and odours.
Launder curtains, upholstery, and bedding, including often-overlooked items such as pillows and mattress protectors.
If your sofa or armchairs have removable covers, check the care labels and give them a proper wash.
For delicate fabrics, consider using a fabric refresher or vacuuming with an upholstery attachment.
Carpets and rugs harbour dust, pet dander, and allergens, making regular deep cleaning essential.
Start by vacuuming thoroughly, then spot-clean any stains using a gentle carpet cleaner or a bicarbonate of soda and vinegar solution.
If your carpets need extra care, consider renting a steam cleaner or hiring professionals for a deep clean treatment before spring allergies set in.
Germs and bacteria accumulate on frequently touched surfaces like light switches, remote controls, door handles, and cupboard handles.
Wipe these areas down with a disinfectant wipe or a spray made with diluted surgical spirit.
Don’t forget about mobile phones, keyboards, and tablets—they’re some of the germiest surfaces in the home!
Your kitchen appliances work hard year-round, so give them some TLC.
Empty and wipe down the fridge, tossing out-of-date items and organising the shelves.
Descale the kettle and coffee machine with vinegar and water, degrease the oven and microwave, and don’t forget to check the dishwasher filter for trapped food particles.
After months of closed windows, indoor air can become stale.
Start by changing your extractor fan filters to improve air quality and efficiency.
Dust ceiling fans and vents, as these collect a surprising amount of buildup over time.
Finally, open windows for fresh air circulation, letting in natural light and a refreshing spring breeze.
By Danielle Mason, who has 20 years of experience
Under and Behind the Fridge
Crumbs, dust, and spills accumulate over time, attracting pests and creating bad odours.
Shower Curtain & Liner
These collect mildew and soap scum but are often overlooked. Wash or replace them regularly to keep your bathroom fresh.
Toothbrush Holder
One of the germiest places in the bathroom, filled with bacteria and toothpaste residue. Rinse and disinfect it weekly.
Dishwasher Filter
Food particles and grease build up, leading to unpleasant smells and reduced efficiency. Remove and clean the filter every few weeks.
Washing Machine Seal
The rubber gasket traps mould, mildew, and detergent buildup. Wipe it down with white vinegar and leave the door open to air dry.
Light Switches and Remote Controls
Touched daily but rarely cleaned, making them germ hotspots. Wipe them down with disinfectant regularly.
Under the Sofa Cushions
Crumbs, dust, and even lost items hide in the cracks. Remove the cushions and vacuum thoroughly.
Kitchen Sink & Plughole
Food residue builds up, causing bad odours. Pour boiling water, bicarbonate of soda, and vinegar down the drain to freshen it.
Ceiling Fans
Dust piles up on the blades and gets redistributed into the air when turned on. Use a microfibre cloth or pillowcase to clean them easily.
Doormats
They trap dirt and bacteria from shoes but are rarely washed or vacuumed. Shake them out weekly and deep clean them every month.
Head to her Instagram pages for more cleaning information @missmasoncleaning @daniellemasonuk
IF you thought the price of your weekly shop was getting out of hand, that’s nothing compared to what Erewhon are charging customers.
Frequented by the likes of the Kardashians and Brooklyn Beckham, the high-end chain has locations all over LA.
And one woman decided to visit one to try the shop’s viral strawberry, which has a hefty price tag.
In her viral video, TikTok user Alyssa (@alyssaantocii) recorded her live reaction to the expensive fruit.
Her taste test received a whopping 9.7 million views.
The 21-year-old revealed that she forked out $19 (£15) on a single strawberry.
Alyssa explained that the specific strawberry type originates from Kyoto, Japan.
She held up the individually packaged berry, which she noted was served on “a little tray”.
The strawberry is sold by the brand ELLY AMAI, which supplies the “highest-quality fruits from Japan’s most celebrated farms”.
“Apparently it’s the best tasting strawberry in the world,” Alyssa told her 208,000 followers.
She popped off the lid and examined the perfect-looking strawberry before taking a bite.
Alyssa shared her real-time reaction, saying: “Wow, this is the best strawberry, that’s crazy, that is the best strawberry I’ve ever had in my life.”
The TikToker paused to process the flavour before sharing her thoughts with the people around her.
She then joked that she needed to “eat every last bit of it” after spending so much money.
Alyssa simply captioned her strawberry review “insane”, though it is unclear if she is referring to the price or the taste.
TikTok users shared their thoughts on the pricey fruit in the comments section.
“This is so dystopian,” wrote one baffled viewer.
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“Who else thinks Erewhon is a social experiment to see what some people will spend on?” asked another follower.
“That’s a $1.99 strawberry from a farmer’s market, wrapped in Lunchable packaging,” joked a third commenter.
“If I dropped $20 on a strawberry, I’d probably convince myself it was the best one I’ve ever tasted too,” pointed out another person.
“There’s no hope for us as a society,” wrote one TikTok user.
“Stuff like this is a slap in the face to poor people in poor countries. I refuse to give into excessive consumerism,” said another follower.
WILLIE MULLINS has been forced to pull one of his huge Cheltenham Festival fancies – after being backed in from 100-1.
Big Supreme Novices’ Hurdle and Turners Novices’ Hurdle chance Kawaboomga is gone for the season, owner JP McManus’ racing manager Frank Berry has confirmed.
Willie’s brother Tony put up Kawaboomga as one of his horses to follow earlier this season.
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The shrewd handler picked him out at 100-1 for the Turners – and he had been backed all the way into as short as 11-2 third-favourite for the 2m5 contest.
But punters experienced more ante-post heartbreak on Sunday night after news of his injury was made official.
His price rocketed on the Betfair Exchange before Berry said: “Kawaboomga has unfortunately had a setback and will miss the remainder of the season.”
Five-year-old gelding Kawaboomga last raced a month ago, beating subsequent winner William Munny by a length-and-a-half in a Fairyhouse maiden.
And before that he was beaten just under three lengths by huge Supreme favourite Kopek Des Bordes in a 2m Leopardstown maiden on Boxing Day.
The form of that race has been boosted massively after Kopek Des Bordes destroyed rivals in winning the Grade 1 Novice Hurdle by 13 lengths at the Dublin Racing Festival.
A switch to novice chasing could be on the cards for Kawaboomga next season, providing all is well with his recovery from injury.
Mullins said he appears a horse who will ‘stay much further’ – so he could be one for the Brown Advisory Novices’ Chase.
This is the second big Mullins horse to be pulled from the Festival after huge County Hurdle fancy Storm Heart wasn’t entered.
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EMILY Atack has made a very rare public appearance with her partner Alistair Garner.
Several months after welcoming their first child together, Emily, 35, and her scientist boyfriend, Dr Alistair Garner, 39, have put on a very smitten public display.
Stepping out this weekend with her man, the rarely seen star looked ultra chic as she posed at a star-studded event to celebrate IHG being the Official Hotel Partner of the Guinness Men’s Six Nations.
Emily – who is best known for playing Charlotte Hinchcliffe in Channel 4’s The Inbetweeners – looked gorgeous as she posed with her man.
Rocking a zebra print blouse and some jeans, Emily was glowing as she smiled beside Alistair.
Alistair could be seen standing next to his actress girlfriend in some black trousers, a camel-coloured jumper, a brown overcoat and a beige scarf.
As well as posing with her boyfriend, Emily also stood beside former Doctor Who star Billie Piper for some smiley snaps.
In the snaps with Billie, the Rose Tyler actress looked so chic in a loose-fitting beige-coloured suit.
Last June, Emily and her brainy partner welcomed their first child together, a baby boy named Barney James.
Announcing the joyous news last summer, the new mum wrote on Instagram: “We have a beautiful son. Barney James Garner. All my dreams have come true.”
The post featured a sweet black and white snap of Emily with Alistair and their new arrival lying on Emily’s chest.
Last October, Emily made a triumphant return to telly when she appeared on Loose Women.
While on the ITV panel show, Emily proudly gushed about baby Barney and even said she “can’t look at him without sobbing”.
She told the panel: “I’m not going to be a perfect parent, there’s no such thing as a perfect parent.
“But this is my chance, there is so many more reasons that I’m going to keep campaigning, I want my son to grow up in a world where women are treated better.
“But thinking about it now, when he’s going to get his first girlfriend or boyfriend ‘no he’s mine’.
THE Inbetweeners actor James Buckley has teased a secret cast meet up - but where are the TV stars now?
SIMON BIRD
He played everyone’s favourite geek (with a fit mum) Will McKenzie.
Simon, 40, then played Adam Goodman in the Channel 4 comedy Friday Night Dinner.
He also starred in British indie Film, You, Me and Him and made a (drunken) appearance on Drunk History.
JOE THOMAS
Joe played hapless Simon Cooper, known for his bad luck with the ladies and that dodgy 90s hairstyle.
He went on to star in student sitcom Fresh Meat and played a maths teacher in the second series of Threesome.
In 2017, Joe, now 40, landed a role in White Gold, a BBC2 comedy about double-glazing salesmen in the 80s.
BLAKE HARRISON
Blake, now 39, was the butt of all the jokes as Neil – but now he’s stretching his more dramatic muscles in other roles.
Since The Inbetweeners he has appeared in various other TV shows, including Way to Go, Him & Her, Big Bad World, The Bleak Old Shop of Stuff, Edge Of Heaven and The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret.
He also voiced Scoop in the reboot of Bob The Builder.
His film credits include Keeping Rosy, and the 2016 Dad’s Army reboot, in which he played Private Pike, Ian Lavender’s old character.
JAMES BUCKLEY
Jay was the lovable loudmouth of the foursome, who was as endearing as he was disgusting.
Actor James, now 37, has mainly stuck to comedy since the show, playing a young Del Boy in the short-lived Only Fools and Horses prequel, Rock and Chips.
He also starred in the music documentary parody Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping, which was the creation of Saturday Night Live music trio, The Lonely Island.
EMILY ATACK
The daughter of TV comic Kate Rob and musician Keith Atack, was 18 when she took on the role of Charlotte, the most popular girl in school.
The boys lusted after her and she tormented Jay with claims she’d had “11 lovers already” in one episode.
After The Inbetweeners, Emily put her skates on for a turn in Dancing On Ice, being eliminated eighth in series 5, along with partner Fred Palascak.
Various TV parts followed, including a role in the Only Fools and Horses spin off Rock and Chips, before she showed up in the 2016 film of Dad’s Army, playing Daphne.
She most famously came in second in 2018’s series of I’m a Celeb and is now a mum of one.
EMILY HEAD
The daughter of actor Anthony Head, who also appeared in The Inbetweeners as Will’s dad, Emily starred as Carli, the woman of Simon’s dreams.
She also starred in MI High, playing an evil mastermind in a bank scam, in 2010.
After the series ended Emily moved on to the stage, starring in a play at the Bristol Old Vic, but TV viewers will know her better for her move to ITV soap Emmerdale.
“It’s my chance to educate in the best way I can, I won’t get it perfect all the time.
“I think I’ll be a good mum, I’m a good mum.
“I love him so much.
“The other day I looked at him and my partner in bed and I was going off to promote Rivals and I was like ‘life doesn’t get better than this’.”
THIS is the shock moment a massive brawl erupts at an airport, with raging passengers clambering over seats to pummel each other.
The chaos broke out at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta, Georgia, on Wednesday.
Men, women and children joined the violence at a departure gate in one of the terminals, with onlookers filming from the sidelines and later uploading clips to social media.
The footage shows more than 10 passengers laying into each other with fists and elbows in between rows of seats.
Some scramble out of harm’s way, whilst others pile in to join to the scrum.
The brawl mainly involved men tearing into each other on the floor with several women standing on seats and striking from above.
One lady can be seen climbing up onto a chair and winding her fist back to launch and almighty aerial assault.
She lashes out with her feet and fists on the other passengers below.
There was a sustained grapple on the ground, with enraged travellers pushing, punching and wrestling one another.
Fighters fall to the floor as they trip over other bodies in the melee.
The violence dies down momentarily, with the crowd gathering in a corner to exchange heated words.
But then the action flares up again – with a man in a red hoodie launching a particularly lethal volley of blows.
The gate was crammed full of people waiting to board flights, many of whom stood to watch the scuffle play out.
Passengers can be heard asking: “Why are they fighting?”, amid the crying of children.
Another says: “This is embarrassing”.
A third warns: “Y’all got kids over there, man.”
Most of the brawlers were wearing tracksuits, some with their hoods up and face masks on.
Others entered the fray still with the headphones over their ears.
It’s not clear what sparked the altercation, or whether the passengers knew each other beforehand.
One bystander told Fox 5 Atlanta they couldn’t understand what made things kick off.
They told the station: “I’m just trying to figure out, why were they fighting? What happened?”
Cops were called but the crowd had dissolved by the time they arrived and nobody involved spoke to them, according to TMZ.
Airport officials also told the site they are looking into the incident.
WHO Wants To Be A Millionaire viewers were left raging after a contestant burned through all three lifelines on a question they deemed ridiculously easy.
Host Jeremy Clarkson returned on Saturday night for a star-studded edition of the popular game show.
Olympic champion cyclist Dame Laura Kenny and Channel 4 News anchor Krishnan Guru-Murthy tried to win up to £1 million for their chosen charities.
However, ITV viewers were left gobsmacked when the Olympic legend burned through three lifelines on a question they thought was a breeze.
The five-time gold medalist stormed through the early rounds but hit a roadblock at £16,000 when asked which 1980s film had sequels titled Afterlife and Frozen Empire.
Despite having Ghostbusters as an option, she turned to host Jeremy Clarkson, 50:50, and even phoned a friend – leaving fans at home in disbelief.
Jeremy admitted that he was not 100% certain either, but ruled out The Terminator and Top Gun.
Fans flocked to social media to slam the blunder, with many insisting they knew the answer straight away.
One viewer raged: “How the heck did neither this Olympian or Jeremy Clarkson know that Afterlife and Frozen Empire are Ghostbusters movies?
“The latter literally came out last year! Such an easy question it could have been a thousand pound one.”
Another added: “Was ‘Afterlife’ not a bit of a clue as to what the answer might be?”
A third penned: “She should have phoned a friend and he would have said who you going to call and she would have said Ghostbusters.”
A fourth chimed in: “Using the lifelines on these questions is just madness.”
A fifth wrote: “Stop faffing about! It’s Ghostbusters!!!”
Despite the blunder, Dame Laura still walked away with £8,000 for her chosen charity, The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust.
Not quite the million-pound jackpot – but a solid effort!
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