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Becky Pemberton — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 08:52:11 +0000

SOME people shy away from wearing green, but a colour expert has revealed how it could be the ‘ultimate style hack’ to look 10 years younger – and make everyone green with envy.

Not only can the right shade make you look ‘effortlessly chic’, but it can also have a ‘calming and reassuring effect’ psychologically, too.

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GettyThe Princess of Wales perfectly demonstrated the striking impact a green outfit can have at Trooping the Colour 2023[/caption]

Tess Daly looked red carpet ready showing off her fabulous figure in a green, asymmetric dress

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Colour Expert Anna Curtis, who has spent 20 years working with actors, presenters and models on camera, revealed why she believes everyone should have green in their wardrobe.

Speaking to Fabulous, the expert shared: “There is a shade of green that suits everyone and it is a cheerful colour that has the power to lift an outfit and make you look refreshed and effortlessly stylish.

It helps us look younger and more rested

She says: “The secret is to wear your green.

“There are more variants of green than any other colour and each one of us has a palette of greens that makes us look our best, brightening our skin tone, helping us to look younger and more rested and lifting and sharpening our bone structure (whether you have a tan or not).”

It turns out there is a scientific reason why green can be beneficial.

Anna adds: “Green is the colour of nature and has a profoundly calming and reassuring effect.

It’s the colour of balance and harmony – everyone should wear it

“It sits in the middle of the rainbow and as a shorter wavelength, requires no adjustment to look at and process, therefore having a very restful and healing impact on us emotionally.

“It is the colour of balance and harmony and therefore one that I would highly encourage people to own and wear.

“Particularly during periods of stress or anxiety, or simply to maintain a feeling of calm and equilibrium.”

Green has been worn to perfection on royalty, with the Princess of Wales turning heads in a stylish dress at Trooping the Colour in 2023.

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Anna says of the polished look: “Kate Middleton wore vibrant green so beautifully as the intensity worked perfectly with her complexion and the strong contrast in her colouring and features.”

Meanwhile, Holly Willoughby was known to favour green with her eye-catching This Morning looks, and Amanda Holden has also not shied away from wowing in an all-green ensemble.

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We’ve also seen Strictly host Tess Daly looking red carpet ready in a striking green dress.

The colour expert explains: “Tess looks radiant in this bright green that has a touch of yellow and flatters her warmer, bright and light colouring.”

Holly Willoughby often favoured green as her colour of choice on This Morning

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We saw Bridgerton’s Penelope Featherington, played by actress Nicola Coughlan, transform her look by wearing flattering green ball gowns

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Pop star royalty Taylor Swift looked every inch a star in a sequinned green dress

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Bridgerton fans also watched as Penelope Featherington – star of the recent third series of the hit Netflix period series – had a “glow-up” wearing new shades of green.

Anna adds: “By swapping the acidic lime frocks for softer and cooler greens, she has transformed her complexion, enhanced her beautiful features and elevated her entire look.”

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The colour expert concludes: “Understanding the specifics of your core colouring (hair, eyes, lips) and the undertones and overtones of your skin colour is game-changing when it comes to choosing your best greens.

“I’ve had clients walk out of the changing room declaring they look ten years younger and a stone lighter.

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Netherlands vs France – Euro 2024: Mbappe faces race against time to feature in huge Group D clash – stream, FREE, teams

Tony Robertson — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 08:43:50 +0000

WHEN giants collide, sparks fly.

And that is exactly what we will be hoping for once again when the Netherlands take on France TONIGHT!

AFPWout Weghorst was the hero for the Netherlands against Poland[/caption]

GettyFrance will likely be without Kylian Mbappe for the game[/caption]

The two nations favoured to progress from Group D will lock horns with the hopes of topping the group.

Both sides came away with victories in their opening games and can take control of the group with a win here.

The Netherlands triumphed 2-1 over Poland after Wout Weghorst made his mark from the bench after 83 minutes.

Their performance was not becoming of a team who represent total football, with sloppy finishing their main Achilles heel, but getting off to a good start was the main concern in the game.

Meanwhile, France laboured to a 1-0 win over a tough Austria team courtesy of an own goal from Max Wober.

Kylian Mbappe‘s dangerous wing play and cross left Wober with no chance to react as the ball pinged off his head and into the net, but France are sweating over the fitness of their trump card.

That is because Mbappe suffered a broken nose against Austria.

While he is expected to return for their final group match against Poland, game two is up in the air for the new Real Madrid superstar.

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Netherlands Euro 2024 guide

RONALD KOEMAN has overhauled Holland's playing style after returning for a second stint in charge.

Captain Virgil van Dijk will be expected to be a stalwart in defence while Xavi Simons will be hoping for a breakout tournament. But they may miss injured Frenkie de Jong.

MANAGER: Ronald Koeman

Ex-Barcelona and Everton boss was the scourge of England as a player when he knocked Graham Taylor’s side out of World Cup qualifying in 1994.

STAR MAN: Virgil van Dijk

Liverpool star has won everything there is to win at club level and will be counted on to keep things tight at the back.

How Holland attack

The Netherlands will play with a typically Dutch patient possession-based build-up.

They will stagger their positions to play through the lines, but can be overly individualistic in the final third.

How Holland defend

The Dutch will play with a medium block, allowing the opposition to break the first line before engaging in the midfield area.

They can run into problems when they fail to protect the middle of the pitch.

Read the full Netherlands 2024 guide here, including predicted line-ups, odds and Wags

France Euro 2024 guide

FRANCE are the one nation all England fans are truly afraid of.

They are many punters’ favourites after knocking the Three Lions out of the 2022 World Cup and will be hoping to do much better than at Euro 2020, when they lost to Switzerland in the last 16.

MANAGER: Didier Deschamps

Coming up to 12 years in the job, the only thing missing from his CV is a European Championship.

STAR MAN: Kylian Mbappe

Mbappe’s PSG may have underachieved on the European stage but he remains France’s most deadly threat, with a World Cup trophy and a World Cup final hat-trick to his name.

How France attack

Expect to see France play in a fluid 4-3-3 – which becomes 4-2-3-1 in possession – throughout the tournament.

Giroud acts as the focal point in the attack with the two wide players and Griezmann as No 10 supporting.

How France defend

We can expect to see France defend high with an emphasis on winning back possession as far up the pitch as possible.

France will stagger their defensive shape when the opposition are in possession.

Read the full France Euro 2024 guide here, including predicted line-ups, odds and Wags.

What does their form look like?

The Netherlands have won eight of their last ten games.

The only blots on their record have come against France and Germany.

France have lost just two of their last ten games, which included a win over the Netherlands, won six.

However, those two defeats both came against Germany, who themselves had an impressive start to the tournament.

Les Blues also have a major head-to-head advantage in their favour, winning six of the last seven games between the nations.

Overall, France have 16 wins to 11 in their favour, with another three draws between them.

What is the team news and any injuries to worry about?

For the Oranje there are no fresh injury concerns, only the selection dilemmas of whether to start Weghorst up front or to change up personnel out wide.

The likes of Jeremie Frimpong and Donyall Malen looked dangerous off the bench so may be moved in to offer a more dynamic threat than what Xavi Simons offered in the first match.

The big news for France is whether Mbappe will play or not.

It throws up the question of who will replace him if not available and the potential answer to that could be Kinglsey Coman or Randal Kolo Muani.

Didier Deschamps has the option to move Marcus Thuram up front in place of Mbappe while adding Coman on to the wing.

Alternatively, Thuram could remain on the wing with Kolo Muani up front, or possibly even old favourite Olivier Giroud.

Who will be the star men?

Virgil van Dijk

Captain Virgil van Dijk will be tasked with keeping a clean sheet against one of the best attacks in the world, even without Mbappe.

He largely impressed against Poland in the opener, and his experience will be needed to ensure the Dutch have a chance this game.

N’Golo Kante

Talking of experience, there are not many with more than ex-Chelsea and Leicester star N’Golo Kante.

He is back in the national team after a two-year absence, but his engine is enough to dominate any midfield battle in world football, and with potentially no Mbappe for France his role will be even more important.

What have the managers said?

Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman bemoaned his sides missed chances against Poland and said they were “lucky” to get away with it.

He said: “It should have been 4-1 to us after an hour. We played very well but were not able to find the net.

“It was dangerous for us but we were lucky and we scored a second goal… I think the final result increased our confidence today.”

He added: “I’ve not been thinking of the next line-up, it’s weird to think about that, we’ve just finished this match.

“I don’t know the line-up for the next match. We had to play for about an hour, then we tried with Donyell and Jeremie, fast and pacy. We decided we wanted to have new players like Donyell and Jeremie.

“France have more qualities than Poland, they play with a different style, spaces will be different. That match of course we want to win as well, we want to beat them and that will be our focus.”

GettyDutch boss Ronald Koeman said his team were ‘lucky’ against Poland[/caption]

GettyFrance boss Didier Deschamps called on his players to improve in certain areas[/caption]

Deschamps was pleased enough with the opening win, even if he admitted they could have done better.

He said: “It’s always good to start off with a win against an opponent that is very good, with a lot of athletic qualities, who put a lot of pressure on us.

“We could have managed certain situations better, but overall I would assess the match as a positive.

“We had to fight. And this is important. We need to keep that up for the rest of the tournament.

“I’m satisfied with our first victory. We have 36 hours now to recuperate.

“I don’t think the computer was very nice to us.”

SunSport prediction

France could find it difficult to find the back of the net without their talisman, though we expect that talent to still come to the fore.

That being said, the Dutch are no pushovers and will make a fair go of it, we just don’t see them having enough to get a result.

Netherlands 1-2 France

When is Netherlands vs France?

France’s huge game against the Netherlands will take place TONIGHT – Friday, June 21.
The clash will kick off at 8pm BST.
The Red Bull Arena in Leipzig, Germany will host the Group D match.

What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

Netherlands vs France will be shown live on BBC One in the UK.
You can live stream the action on the BBC iPlayer, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

Can I watch for FREE?

Yes, the game is available to watch for FREE on BBC One and the iPlayer, so long as you have a valid TV licence.

Odds

Netherlands – 16/5
Draw – 13/5
France – 10/11

*Odds courtesy of William Hill and correct at time of publication.

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First Take analyst sitting in for Stephen A. Smith divides NBA fans with ‘heir to Michael Jordan’ claim on live TV

Jim Sheridan — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 08:38:19 +0000

UDONIS Haslem has tipped Anthony Edwards to rebound from NBA playoff disappointment next season.

The ESPN analyst divided First Take viewers by comparing the Minnesota star to Michael Jordan during Thursday’s show.

First TakeEx-NBA star Udonis Haslem believes Anthony Edwards can live up to the hype[/caption]

GettyHaslem claimed Edwards will lead the Timberwolves to the Western title in 2025[/caption]

GettyThe 22-year-old T-Wolves star has been compared to Bulls legend Michael Jordan[/caption]

Edwards led the Timberwolves in scoring, rebounds, and assists as they fell short in the Western Conference Finals against the Dallas Mavericks.

Miami Heat legend Haslem sat in for Stephen A. Smith on First Take and wasted no time in making his presence felt.

The 44-year-old claimed Edwards and the T-Wolves could use the “pain” of the Mavericks series to reach next year’s Finals.

“Minnesota Timberwolves for me, and Ant-Man,” Haslem replied after being asked his favorites in the West next season.

“I am looking at those guys, and Ant-Man, who we are saying – is the closest thing to [Michael Jordan] both on and off the basketball court.

“When you look at what the Boston Celtics are talking about when they got the Championship this yea – the pain, the pain of the losses they’ve had in the last couple of years.

“Minnesota has felt that pain of the loss, they have felt the pain of the disappointment.

“If Ant-Man is truly, truly the heir to Michael Jordan, if he is truly that type of guy, that pain will drive him.”

“I like Minnesota to be in the Finals next year,” he added.

“They will be driven and they will be up at night, sleepless, because of that pain of losing. That’s what drives you.”

“Yeah absolutely if they kept their pieces next year,” agreed one viewer on X.

“Ant man HAS NO COMPARE TO JORDAN,” countered another.

“They losing to the grizzlies next year in rd 2. Bookmark it,” countered a third.

“ESPN better hire UD full time,” added a fourth.

“Minnesota just got jinxed,” joked another.

First Take viewing figures

First Take went from strength to strength under the guidance of Stephen A. Smith and Molly Qerim last year.

The weekday ESPN debate show averaged 496,000 viewers in 2023 – making it the most-watched year in program history.

Its December average of 611,000 was a 24% year-on-year increase compared to 2022.

The show also reported more than 250 million views on YouTube.

First Take was helped by the addition of Shannon Sharpe alongside Smith and Qerim after he left Fox Sports’ Undisputed.

Haslem, a three-time NBA champion, made his ESPN bow in May.

He spent 20 years in the league, all with the Miami Heat.

Haslem replaced an absent Stephen A. on Thursday with the veteran sportscaster “given a day off.”

Smith admitted during a live broadcast on Tuesday he was “tired as hell” following a grueling NBA schedule.

First Take airs every weekday on ESPN from 10 am ET.

‘Cries as a 90s child’ people sob as Strictly’s Dianne Buswell tries ‘old school’ hair trend no-one thought would return

Sarah Bull — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 08:37:13 +0000

IT’S one of the hair trends some people hoped would stay firmly in the past.

But Strictly Come Dancing’s Dianne Buswell isn’t one of them – as she proved by revisiting the “old school” look in a video on her TikTok page.

tiktok@dianne_buswell_official/Dianne Buswell has divided opinion by trying out a 90s hair trend again[/caption]

tiktok@dianne_buswell_official/She bought this clip hairband from Amazon to give a go[/caption]

She began sectioning her hair and tightly twisting it, before clipping it in

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“It’s so cute!” she said as she saw how the look was unfolding

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She revealed that she’d bought the headband, with lots of little clips for different hair sections, from Amazon to test out.

“I am ever so excited because this thing is just arrived,” she began.

“I actually love it, I tried it just before really quickly and I loved it so I’m going to do it again properly!”

She then demonstrated how to use the headband, beginning by sectioning the front parts of her hair on either side.

Dianne then put on the headband, and started taking sections of the front part of the hair, twisting it tightly.

Once it was twisted, she placed it into the clip on the headband to secure in place.

“Oh my gosh it’s so cute!” she said as she was halfway through the process.

Dianne then did the same on the other side, and gushed: “How cute is that?”

“I used to do my hair like this when I used to go to school back in the day.

“It is quite old school but it’s cool old school.

“I like it. Comes in two colours as well. This kind of reddy colour and a dark colour.”

“Let’s give this a go! What do we think?” Dianne captioned her video.

But people in the comments section were divided by the Strictly star’s look, with many admitting they remembered the trend from the first time around.

“Cries as a 90s child, lol,” one wrote.

“I used this all the time as a kid,” another said.

“Can’t believe all these 90s trends are coming back!”

“Oh man, I’m officially old,” another sighed.

“I spent so long doing this hairstyle in the 90’s,” a third commented.

“Could have used a hairband like that!”

“Are these back? I’ve had one for years and haven’t worn it in so long,” someone else wrote.

“This has brought me back to when I used to pin my hair back with butterfly clips, I might have to try this!” another commented.

“I’m going to a 90s brunch in July.. deffo have to get this,” someone else said.

“It’s giving Bewitched and I’m here for it! Needed that band in the 90s, I guess that’s where my muscles came from,” another gushed.

But others weren’t convinced by the trend comeback.

“Sorry Dianne, but I hate this!” one wrote.

“Whatever happened to butterfly clips from my 90’s childhood?

“This seems like too much effort for me lol!”

“Sorry it’s horrible,” another added.

“Nah you lost me. Looks too fiddly,” a third commented.

“I honestly cannot tell if this is a joke??” someone else mused.

“Like, is she serious?

“I’m a millennial but I think I’d rather have the fringe bump thing than this!”

As she modelled the look at the end, she insisted she really liked it

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Dianne added that she used to do her hair similarly when she was at school

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Moment Gary Lineker ‘f***s up’ live on BBC during coverage of England’s Euro 2024 draw with Denmark

Anthony Chapman — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 08:34:29 +0000

GARY LINEKER admitted to a “f*** up” live on air during England’s 1-1 draw with Denmark.

The BBC host headed a star-studded panel for last night’s Euro clash.

Gary Lineker revealed to a ‘f*** up’ on live TV during England’s draw with Denmark

Fans were left fuming after England produced a woeful performance while failing to secure a place in the knockout stages.

But there was an equally comical moment in the BBC studios before kick-off as Lineker talked to Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand and Thomas Frank.

With the programme just minutes underway, Lineker turned to Brentford boss Frank for his views on Southgate’s tactics.

But at the same time, Lineker was told in his ear that the show was cutting live to an interview with the England manager at that very moment.

This forced the host to make a sharp U-turn in dialogue.

But Lineker was able to make light of the situation when the cameras returned.

Lineker said: “Thomas, I’d be interested to get your thoughts on the job that Gareth Southgate has done.

“But we’ll hold that for just a second. Let’s head back to hear from Gareth.”

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Ferdinand was then heard exclaiming as the cameras switched to Southgate: “That was smooth!”

They then returned to the studio, with Lineker repeating: “Thomas, I’d love to get your thoughts on Gareth Southgate!”

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This prompted fits of laughter from the studio as the show continued in style.

Lineker then explained the moment on The Rest Is Football podcast, admitting to a “f*** up.”

He said: “I’d forgotten we were going to the Southgate interview first. I just got into my head I was going to ask Thomas about Southgate.

“It’s fine, it’s live. Sometimes you make mistakes, you deal with it. I’ve got a lot of experience.

“I also know ultimately, television is not going to change anyone’s life.

“And people also like it when you f*** up, when you make a mistake.

“The only thing you can never do is go ‘Oh s***’. Don’t worry about it.

“And sometimes it’s better to tell people at home, which I did when I asked him exactly the same question.”

ENGLAND vs DENMARK RATINGS

ENGLAND stumbled to a drab 1-1 draw with Denmark.

Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the Three Lions team.

Jordan Pickford: 6

Looked a little jittery early doors, though there was nothing he could do about Morten Hjulmand’s corker and he made a decent parry after the break.

Kyle Walker: 7

Made England’s opener by racing round a sleeping Victor Kristiansen – he’ll be having nightmares of that forevermore – and teeing up Kane via a deflected cross.

John Stones: 6

OK but you have got to wonder how fit he feels having barely played for Man City in the second half of the season, plus his injury and illness issues over the last month.

Marc Guehi: 8 and my star man

Really encouraging again from the Crystal Palace centre-back, looking sharp with his interceptions and assured in distribution.

Kieran Trippier: 6

Like Stones, he was fine, but England really need Luke Shaw back ASAP because having no natural left-footer at left-back is a problem.

Trent Alexander-Arnold: 5

This experiment of playing Trent in midfield is far from convincing, especially when his passing was off it like it was here, barring one good ball to Saka. Subbed on 54 minutes.

Declan Rice: 5

Had to cover so much ground as England dropped worryingly deep in the first half and also lost it a few times in front of his back four.

Bukayo Saka: 7

Not quite as electric as his first half against Serbia, but another solid showing from our right winger who has been our most consistent attacker across the two games.

Jude Bellingham: 6

Nowhere near the majestic display he put in against Serbia and one of many who looked tired.

Phil Foden: 7

Was far more involved than against Serbia – although that was not hard – and had a few dangerous efforts from range, including one that smacked the post after the break.

Harry Kane: 6

Netted his 64th goal for his country with an opener he could not really miss, but then gave the ball away from Denmark’s leveller. Surprisingly subbed.

SUBS:

Conor Gallagher (on for Trent, 54): 7

Vital clearance on the stretch when Christian Eriksen was lurking and was not afraid to put his foot in.

Ollie Watkins (on for Kane, 70): 6

Played in by Bellingham’s lovely ball after coming on but could not finish from an acute angle.

Jarrod Bowen (on for Foden, 69): 6

Copped a nasty tackle which saw Joakim Maehle booked.

Eberechi Eze (on for Saka, 69): 6

On for his tournament bow though he was rarely involved.

Who won Perfect Match season 2? Winning couple revealed in finale of Netflix dating show

Georgie English — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 08:33:47 +0000

SEASON two of Netflix’s hit dating show Perfect Match has come to an end with a blockbuster final episode.

After ten episodes of flirting, arguing and snogging here is who finally won season two of Perfect Match.

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Who won Perfect Match season 2?

Christine Obanor and Nigel Jones ended up taking the crown in Perfect Match.

In the feature-length one hour and 46 minute finale all the lasting pairs went on glorious dates as they battled it out to win the show.

Winners Christine and Nigel were voted the “most compatible” couple in the end by their fellow daters.

Their prize was a free vacation.

The result was seen as a huge surprise to viewers as the newly formed couple had only been together for two days.

They went on only two dates on the show with one being their awkward finale date where they painted over each other’s bodies.

The first was a blind date set up by their cast members.

Who were the finalists on Perfect Match season 2?

Stevan Ditter and Alara Taneri were seen as the clear favourites going into the finale after spending almost their entire time in the Mexican villa coupled up.

The other couple in the running was Micah Lussier and Kaz Bishop despite a very turbulent few weeks on the show.

Season two’s contestants included some huge reality TV stars from shows like Dated & Related, Love Is Blind and Too Hot To Handle.

One of the biggest and most chaotic stars was Harry Jowsey who has been on several Netflix shows and is almost always guaranteed to cause heartbreaks.

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Izzy Zapata (Love Is Blind)
Jessica Vestal (Love Is Blind)
Micah Lussier (Love Is Blind)
Trevor Sova (Love Is Blind)

Brittan Byrd (Too Hot to Handle)
Christine Obanor (Too Hot to Handle)
Dominique Defoe (Too Hot to Handle)
Elys Hutchinson (Too Hot to Handle)
Harry Jowsey (Too Hot to Handle)
Holly Scarfone (Too Hot to Handle)
Melinda Melrose (Too Hot to Handle)
Nigel Euro (Too Hot to Handle)
Nigel Jones (Too Hot to Handle)
Stevan Ditter (Too Hot to Handle)

Alara Taneri (Dated and Related)
Kaz Bishop (Dated and Related)
Chris Hahn (Dated and Related)

Bryan Constantin (Squid Game: The Challenge)
Tolú Ekundare (The Trust)
Dom Gabriel (The Mole)
Jake Cunningham (The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On)
Justin Assad (Surviving Paradise)
Xanthi Perdikomatis (The Circle)

Who are Christine Obanor and Nigel Jones?

Christine and Nigel are both former Too Hot to Handle stars with Nigel making it to the final of season four and Christine the final a year later.

Nigel is a 30-year-old model, personal trainer and entrepreneur who has over 110,000 Instagram followers.

The man from New Jersey was renowned as a troublemaker in Too Hot to Handle after breaking several of Lana’s rules and ultimately going home without a woman by his side.

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Instagram/@nigeleuro_Nigel Jones also won in the surprising finale[/caption]

Texas based Christine, 27, works as a full-time model and influencer and is regularly posting to her social media accounts.

Her budding Instagram has over 360,000 followers with her TikTok sitting at close to 250,000 followers.

The pair had previously met in New York before Perfect Match.

Who won Perfect Match season 1?

Dom Gabriel and Georgia Hassarati won season one of the Netflix show.

Despite being voted the most compatible couple they actually only lasted a few weeks after leaving the villa.

Dom now spends much of his time in the US and is part of boyband Dontcallband.

He ended up returning for season two.

Georgia was said to be the reason for the pair’s swift break-up she became close with fellow reality TV star Harry Jowsey.

The pair would later go on to date for short time.

She spoke to People about her break-up with Dom saying: “We’re not together. He’s amazing and I feel like we tried to see where things could go after the show.

“We were just both in very different situations and we’re both from so far away from each other, Australia, Canada.”

She is now thought to be dating entrepreneur Jesse Baer.

Dom Gabriel and Georgia Hassarati won season one of the Netflix show

Even Steve McClaren lookalike fan is ‘broken’ by England vs Denmark as BBC cameras capture ‘face of the nation’

Jack Figg — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 08:30:36 +0000

EVEN England’s biggest fan was left “broken” following the performance over Denmark.

Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions were held 1-1 in their second Euro 2024 group stage match.

England super-fan Andy Milne was ‘broken’ by the 1-1 Denmark draw

The performance was lacklustre and left fans at home and in the stadium in Frankfurt frustrated.

None more so than England super-fan Andy Milne – who has gained a reputation for always getting his face on the TV.

But his usual beaming smile was replaced with a glum look as fans felt the “face of a nation’s” pain.

One said: “Bloody hell. They’ve broke him.”

Another added: “Even his spirit has now been broken.”

Andy – who has gone to nine Euros and eight World Cups – regularly features on the TV with huge grin.

But there was little to smile about after Harry Kane’s opener was cancelled out by Morten Hjulmand’s wonderstrike.

England still top the group heading into the final group stage fixture against Slovenia on Tuesday.

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Southgate took responsibility for the performance and admitted rapid improvements must be made.

He said: “We are disappointed with the two performances we’ve had so we’ve got to go and analyse that in depth and find some solutions to addressing the issues that we have.

“We know the level has to be higher. Maybe the biggest thing is we have to accept the environment that we’re in and the expectation around this.

“We are going to have to walk towards that challenge. At the moment we’re falling a bit short of that.

“Ultimately that’s my responsibility. I’m the manager and I’ve got to guide this group in the best way possible.

“To achieve extraordinary things, you have to go through some difficult moments.”

AFPGareth Southgate with England captain Harry Kane[/caption]

NFL in major post-season rule change which will have huge effect on all teams as owners meeting memo is leaked online

Jim Sheridan — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 08:30:26 +0000

THE NFL has signed off changes to its injured reserve rules ahead of the new season.

League bosses rubber-stamped the new framework at a recent NFL owners meeting.

GettyThe NFL has announced changes to the injured reserve rules ahead of the 2024 season[/caption]

GettyTeams will now have the chance to active two players from IR during the postseason[/caption]

Under the guidelines, two players can now be activated off IR during the postseason, per a memo seen by the NFL Network.

Injured players in the NFL can be designated for IR if their injury is serious but they are able to return within the season’s timeframe.

Landing on the list means players will miss a minimum of four games.

In 2024, teams will again have eight regular season slots to bring injured players back onto the active roster.

That number extends to 10 for teams who reach the NFL postseason.

Players can land on IR twice during a season and be designated to return.

But being placed on the list for a third time would mean their season is over.

“One thing that improved under Covid, getting rid of the nonsensical 1 player allowed to return from IR,” wrote one fan on X.

“Just add a second bye week already,” said another.

“Just make it that if you are healthy enough to return then you can return, stop limiting how many guys can come backs, soo stupid!” argued a third.

Next season, teams will also be able to place two players on IR at the initial cutdown to 53 and still bring them back during the regular campaign.

There are a host of new rules incoming for the 2024 campaign, including changes to kick-offs and apparel.

The league confirmed last month players will have the option of using Guardian Caps in regular-season games.

The gear was designed to prevent head injuries in the NFL, and the league claimed it saw a nearly 50 percent drop in concussions.

“We now have two years of data showing significant concussion reductions among players who wear Guardian Caps during practice,” NFL executive vice president Jeff Miller said.

What is the Hybrid Kickoff rule?

The NFL is seeking to revitalize kickoffs by increasing returns and reducing injuries.

The league is considering adopting a kickoff style similar to one used in the XFL, among sweeping changes.

If adopted, the rules would be implemented on a year-long trial.

The proposal features new alignments for the both the kicking and receiving units.

The receiving team is limited to playing a maximum of two returners in the “landing zone,” the area between the team’s goal line and the 20-yard line.

All kickoffs in the landing zone must be returned by receivers.

Kicks that miss the landing zone will result in the ball being played at the 20-, 30- or 40-yard line.

The rule is designed to incentivize kickers to kick a returnable ball.

“So players will be permitted to wear the cap during games this upcoming season.”

Kick-offs have also undergone an overhaul in an attempt to limit dangerous collisions.

Under the new rules, kickers will still kick off from their own 35-yard line.

The other 10 members of the kicking team will line up at the opposing team’s 40-yard line.

“I think it’s an exciting play,” NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell explained to The Pat McAfee Show last month.

“We are confident that we can reduce the injury rate with the new format because we will have less speed and force.

“I think that’s gonna make a big difference and I hope an exciting play, but as you know we may need to tinker with it a bit over the next couple of years.”

I’m 52 and faded the majority of my sun damage with a single ingredient – it totally minimized my jowl area wrinkles too

Latoya Gayle — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 08:27:22 +0000

A MIDLIFE woman has revealed how she reduced the signs of aging on her face without invasive cosmetic treatments.

She raved about an effective beauty product she uses for just 10 minutes a few days a week.

GettyA 52-year-old woman has revealed the skincare ingredient that reversed her visible signs of aging (stock image)[/caption]

The 52-year-old woman shared a photo of her skin before using glycolic acid and a year later on Reddit’s Skincare Addiction forum.

She said anyone who hasn’t seen an improvement in their skin from using tretinoin may get their desired results using the ingredient.

ANTI-AGING ACID

She recommended glycolic acid after seeing other users ask for tips to reduce the appearance of sun damage.

“It’s a great active for lightening hyperpigmentation & sun damage and lessening fine lines & wrinkles, and smoothing/clearing skin in general,” she said, writing under the handle Jaseykcsee.

“It totally minimized my jowl area wrinkles (from smiling) and has faded the majority of my sun damage.”

She revealed that she uses glycolic acid on her face, chest, and hands, at night three to four times a week.

She said the best results are achieved by gradually getting your skin accustomed to the ingredient.

“If a mask says to leave the GA [glycolic acid] product on for 10 minutes, start with 3-4 minutes,” she said.

“And if your skin seems to do well with it, go up to 10 minutes over the course of a few weeks.

“Some people find it to be too intense for their skin.

“Take ‘before’ photos of your face and compare your skin at 6 and 12 months.

“You see your face daily so you won’t really notice the changes until you look back at the older photos.”

The Redditor said Glytone Rejuvenating Mini-Peel Gel, which costs $48.75 on the brand’s website is “pricey” but lasts because you only need to use a small amount.

She also uses Alpha H Liquid Gold, Peach & Lily Super Reboot Resurfacing Mask, The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution, and Dermelect Sleep Serum.

She said her morning routine involves applying serums and emulsion after a toner, followed by a lotion and sunscreen.

At night, she double cleanses before applying glycolic acid or alternating with tretinoin, then a toner, serums, and lotion.

“I use tret occasionally, maybe once or twice a week,” she said. “I wasn’t using it at all during the year between the photos.”

COSMETIC CRAZE

Thousands of people up-voted the Redditor’s post and gushed about her age-defying results.

“Thank you for your story and list of products,” one person wrote.

“I have been nervous to try but your success has inspired me.”

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“Done. Buying it. Thanks for the recommendations!” another said.

“I just bought the Glytone Mini Peel Gel per your recommendation, yippie!! But it was damn near impossible to find a store that ships to the EU for under a price of a house,” a third commented.

According to Medical News Today, glycolic acid is an odorless chemical exfoliant naturally occurring in sugarcane and certain fruits.

It can be used topically to reduce the visible signs of aging and improve skin conditions such as acne and hyperpigmentation.

Experts recommend using it at night because it increases the risk of sunburn and warn that sunscreen should be applied daily.

Cleansers, toners, serums, moisturizers, and face masks are among the cosmetics where the ingredient may be listed but only one product containing it is needed in a daily skincare routine.

The woman shared a photo of her skin before and after a year of consistently using glycolic acid

Reddit/Jcaseykcsee

The woman said she routinely uses Glytone Rejuvenating Mini-Peel Gel, which costs $48.75

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Stacey Solomon shows off gorgeous Spanish style garden & reveals she did it up with budget buys from Ikea, Amazon & eBay

Abigail Wilson — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 08:18:39 +0000

STACEY Solomon has revealed how she brightens up her garden, without having to splash too much cash.

So if the cost-of-living crisis has meant that you’re on a budget, but you want your garden to impress your guests this summer, you’ve come to the right place.

Instagram /@staceysolomonStacey Solomon has revealed how she brightens up her garden, without breaking the bank[/caption]

instagram/staceysolomonThe Loose Women star, who is estimated to be worth a cool £4million, shared how you can add colour and style to your outside space, just in time for summer[/caption]

instagram/staceysolomonShe used fake flowers from Ikea and eBay and fans said she did a “super job”[/caption]

instagram/staceysolomonStacey claimed that “it’s nice to have a change”, after getting rid of her bright pink flowers[/caption]

The 34-year-old mum-of-five, who is married to Joe Swash, took to social media to show off the cheap buys she nabbed from Ikea and eBay, to add some colour and style to her pergola.

Posting on her Instagram stories, the Loose Women star gave her six million followers a close-up look at her incredible pergola.

Inspired by the surroundings from her Greek hen do, the Sort Your Life Out host explained that it was time to remove the pretty pink flowers that had been hanging there for two years.

She explained: “I am gonna spruce up the pergola – these flowers I put in this pergola over two years ago, from my wedding and they have discoloured a little bit.

“I’m going to take these ones out because I’ll spray them and use them on a different project and I’m just going to put in some neutrals to give it a fresh, clean spruce up.”

We then saw a clip of Stacey adding some beautiful white and blue flowers to the pergola, which sits next to her huge swimming pool, giving her impressive £1.2m Pickle Cottage garden a fresh new look, just in time for summer.

The busy mum, who released yet another collection with Primark this year, then added: “The white ones are actually from Ikea – I bought them for my wedding because Ikea was the only place that I could find lots of flowers for cheap.

“Some of the ones you buy on Amazon, even though they’re cheap, you can only get a certain amount of the exact same ones, whereas Ikea had loads.

“They’re actually really pretty.

“The purple ones were even cheaper than those – they’re from eBay.”

Despite her impressive net worth of £4million, this DIY fan, who lives in Essex, proves that you don’t have to break the bank to make your home and garden look fabulous.

Thrilled with her Spanish style garden, Stacey continued: “You can see close up that they’re cheaper, I think they look a bit cheaper, but from afar they do the job and make a nice pretty colour in there.

“The greenery is from different places. The eucalyptus is from Ikea, they’re strings that I’ve wound together.

“Most of my flowers I get from Ikea or eBay or Amazon.

I added some of the bluebells from the Easter door last year too and I love it
Stacey Solomon

“I literally put these all over the house – they go from place to place.

Stacey Solomon's best DIY projects

Stacey Solomon will never say no to a DIY project. Here's some of her best work

Transforming an old cupboard into a wrapping station
Making a coffee table out of salad bowls
Making a cheap pillowcase look designer
Transforming charity shop finds with spray paint
Making a DIY kitchen beam

“I get good use out of them and they last years and years.”

Not only this, but Stacey, who is known for going all out on her seasonal door decorations, also added: “I added some of the bluebells from the Easter door last year too and I love it.”

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Instagram/@staceysolomonStacey lives at her Pickle Cottage home with her husband Joe and five children[/caption]

Shoppers race to Primark to buy new £7 undie sets… and people are even wearing them as BIKINIS

Sarah Bull — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 08:15:09 +0000

IT’S always good to pack multi-use clothes when you go on holiday – particularly with the strict weight restrictions on luggage.

So fashion fans are sure to be racing to Primark for a new £7 underwear set that they reckon can also be worn as a barely-there bikini.

tiktok/@primarknewcastlePrimark has released a new underwear set that’s just £7 and comes in different colours[/caption]

tiktok/@primarknewcastleIt consists of a triangle bra top and a thong, with thick waistbands[/caption]

The bra doesn’t have any wires or padding, making it super comfy

tiktok/@primarknewcastle

And they’re so chic that people are even considering wearing them as bikinis

tiktok/@primarknewcastle

The store in Newcastle took to TikTok to share a look at the two-piece.

In the video, they showed the sets lined up in the shop – with the sets coming in royal blue, grey, beige and a mocha colour.

The bra is a triangle number in a ribbed material, with a shiny, thick waistband.

While the bottoms were a thong knicker, again made from ribbed material with a supportive, thick waistband.

“Made from soft ribbed stretch material that offers light support and featuring a high shine elastic underband and waistband complete for a secure feel, the sporty cut of this triangle bralette will have you feeling free to relax in style,” Primark writes of the set on their website.

“Seamlessly crafted, this underwear set sits almost invisible under any outfit and hosts fewer points of irritation than classic lingerie pieces and, thanks to its lack of underwires or padding, ensures you’re all day comfortable whether you’re out and about or lounging in luxury!”

People were quick to comment on the TikTok, with one writing: “Bikini?”

The Newcastle shop then replied: “Was in the underwear section but get them try on and see if it fits for bikini vibes!”

“Might have to get a blue one,” another added.

“BRO WE NEED,” a third commented.

“We have to go,” someone else said.

“I adore!” another gushed.

While someone else questioned: “Can someone let me know if everything stays in place when you move around?”

Not everyone was a fan of the set, however.

Why is Primark the place to go to for bargains?

JUST how does Primark do it? Continue delivering on-trend items at such incredible prices? According to bosses, it's down to four points.

They “sell a lot of items” – Thanks to that, they are able to make savings by buying in bulk for their 191 UK stores
They “do very little advertising”
While their clothes offer the “latest trends”, they “don’t use expensive hangers, tags or labels”.
And lastly, they try to be “as efficient as possible when transporting products from factories to stores”. This includes things like asking “suppliers to pack our t-shirts so they are ready to go straight on shelf”.

For more information about how Primark keeps their costs so low, and are able to deliver such amazing bargains, visit the Primark website.

“I have it but it’s really not it,” one wrote.

“The fabric doesn’t breathe and causes problems.”

Primark is famous for its discount underwear sets, although have faced calls from many fashion fans to sell the two-pieces separately due to being different sizes on the top and bottom.

GettyPrimark is known for its budget-friendly underwear sets[/caption]

‘Bargain!’ Savvy shoppers share little known trick to get £20 kids paddling pool for half price

Chloe Morgan — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 08:13:59 +0000

IT may seem hard to believe with the recent downpour of rain, but summer appears to have finally arrived – hurrah!

But if you’re looking for a cheap and cheerful way to cool down in the heat, then listen up! Because there’s no need to fork out a small fortune and jet off to an exotic destination to splash about in the sun.

Facebook/Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK groupShoppers are racing to Argos to snap up bargain buys to help keep them cool in the warmer weather[/caption]

Facebook/Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK groupShona also made the most of the bargains on offer[/caption]

Instead, savvy shoppers are racing to Argos to snap up bargain paddling pools that can do the job for a fraction of the cost.

And perhaps the best part of all?

One savvy woman has shared a little-known trick so you can nab a £20 paddling pool for just £10 – meaning you can save yourself half price.

Deciding not to gate-keep, Fiona Andrew rushed online to money-saving Facebook group Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK and posted a snap of the ‘Bestway Rectangular 7ft Paddling Pool’ she purchased.

Alongside the post, she penned: “Bargain £10 in Argos today!

“In store £20 but if you searched paddling pools on the product checker, the same one was £10!!”

Perfect for kids ages 6+, the popular product features textured patterns on extra-wide sidewalls and is quick and easy to set up, taking a total of just five minutes to inflate.

Not only does it include a repair kit, but it’s also super versatile and can be used as a sand pit, too.

The post quickly racked up several likes and comments from social media users up and down the country, with one praising: “Thank you for posting – managed to get one!”

Another similarly penned: “Thank you for posting this I’ve ordered one!”

Elsewhere, another delighted shopper named Shona Robbie also hurried online to show off her summer must-have purchases.

In store £20 but if you searched paddling pools on the product checker, the same one was £10!
Fiona AndrewArgos shopper

She shared a photo of the ‘Summer Waves rainbow arch’ which she nabbed for £9.60, £5 ‘octopus toss ring sprinkler,’ £9 ‘skip it sprinkler’ and the same ‘Bestway paddling pool’ that she also got for the bargain price of just £10.

“Bargains in Argos with the good weather coming up. All this for £33 every item reduced,” she wrote.

Best shops for garden bargains

WHILST garden centres offer a huge selection of garden bargains, if you're on a budget, here's where you need to head...

B&M: Shoppers have raved about the huge selection of cheap buys from B&M that will add style to your garden this summer – from cheap artificial rose garlands to bargain string lights.

Home Bargains: You can also stock up on bargain buys from Home Bargains – there’s £1.29 buys that’ll brighten up your garden and cheap lights too.

Tesco: It’s also worth visiting supermarkets such as Tesco if you need to stock up on outdoor plants and stylish outdoor lighting.

Sainsbury’s: If you’re on a budget, Sainsbury’s are selling solar lights for only £1.50 – but you’ll need to be quick to nab them.

And it seems Shona wasn’t the only customer who was thrilled with her garden purchases.

“Bought the rainbow and octopus for my daughter, def a bargain,” one person commented.

A second noted: “Thank you! Had this pool last year – it was great but got left out and went mouldy at this price happy to buy again.”

Meanwhile, a third commented; “Ohhh very good especially in this warm weather we’re apparently having for the next couple weeks! May get couple of the sprinkler type ones for my kiddos as we already have a pool – the octopus sprinkler looks good!”

Mystery holiday pals who partied with Jay Slater & took him to park return to UK as Brit’s family ‘drained beyond words’

Katie Davis — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 08:02:06 +0000

TWO strangers who took missing Jay Slater back to their Airbnb in Tenerife before he vanished have flown back to the UK.

The 19-year-old, from Lancashire, left a rave with two British men he met on Sunday night and went back to a property in Rural de Teno park.

SolarpixJay Slater has been missing since Monday[/caption]

Footage shows Jay Slater at a rave hours before he vanished

Tiktok/@leah.birchxx

Jay’s friend Lucy Law was the last person to speak to him

AirbnbHaunting photographs show the Airbnb in Tenerife where he partied[/caption]

ReutersA rescue helicopter searches in the Masca ravine[/caption]

ReutersCops are also using dogs to try and find clues[/caption]

But the next morning he called friend Lucy Law to tell her his phone was about to die and he was stranded in the middle of nowhere.

Jay’s last known location at around 8am on Monday was the Teno Rural Park in the northwest of the island – a 10-hour walk from his accommodation.

He has not been heard from or seen since, with search crews desperately hunting around the clock for the apprentice bricklayer.

Jay’s loved ones say they have been left “drained beyond words” as the hunt enters its fifth day.

The two mystery men who Jay was last with have not broken their silence and are understood to have since left the island.

Haunting pictures have last night emerged of the Airbnb they took Jay to in Rural de Teno park.

His final Snapchat picture was an out-of-focus image of a hand holding cigarettes in Buenavista del Norte, which sits within the park.

Pal Lucy revealed she had tracked down the house where Jay stayed – and was told he had left on Monday morning.

The two men said Jay went out for cigarettes before going back to the property and saying he wanted to go home.

It’s not known where he would have bought the cigarettes.

Lucy said: “We managed to find the house. I knocked on the door and there were two people there.

“They told me Jay had spoken to the next door neighbours and they’d told him there was a bus every 10 minutes back down to Los Cristianos.

“The bus stop was right next to the house. So obviously if he’d gone to get the bus he wouldn’t have got lost because it (the stop) was visible from the front door.”

According to locals, Jay was spotted “walking alone” before his disappearance.

Araceli works in the business next to the rental property Jay was believed to have stayed at before going missing.

She told The Mirror: “I never saw the missing boy, but I know people saw him walking on his own. I saw the two British men who stayed here.

“They came in for cafe con leche a couple of times. One was aged about 40. The other one was slightly younger.

“They arrived on Saturday and were due to stay until Monday, but they left on Tuesday.”

Lucy has called for the two men to be questioned by British police.

It comes as…

Bombshell new vid shows Jay at a rave hours being he vanished
Pics show Airbnb teen partied at before going missing
Jay was spotted ‘walking alone’ by locals
Jay’s mum was sent a message saying “kiss goodbye to your son” amid family fears he’s been kidnapped
She gave a tearful plea and said “I just want my baby back”
His family have endured days of bogus theories and sick messages from trolls
Cops searched the teen’s hotel room in Tenerife for clues on Wednesday

She previously described his disappearance as “suspicious”, and added: “There’s something weird going on.”

Lucy has begged British police to get involved in the search as she believes not enough is being down to track him down.

She said: “We need British police here. I just want to find my mate. He’s been missing three days. It’s not looking good now.

“We feel as though it’s down to us to find him and that we’re doing more than the police.”

Jay’s family and friends in Tenerife are said to be “drained beyond words” as they struggle to find answers.

Rach Louise Harg, who has shared updates on the “Jay Slater Missing” group on Facebook, said: “There isn’t an update for anyone unfortunately.

“Struggling to find words at this time but all I can say is we are looking still and everyone is doing all they can!!

“We are drained beyond words I just can’t say no more I wish I could I wish this would end now this living nightmare SEARCHES are on going and we remain positive.”

ReutersPolice officers search for a missing Jay in the Masca ravine[/caption]

Jay Slater (right) pictured with his brother Zak and mum Debbie – who both flew out to the island after he went missing

It comes as the hunt enters its fifth day, with rescue crews so far failing to find any trace of Jay.

Lancashire teen Jay had flown out to the island with friends Lucy and Brad for the NRG festival for what his mum said was his first holiday with pals.

Jay’s last known location at around 8am on Monday was the Teno Rural Park in the northwest of the island – a 10-hour walk from his accommodation.

He has not been heard from or seen since, with search crews desperately hunting around the clock for the apprentice bricklayer.

Members of Jay’s local community in Oswaldtwistle, near Blackburn, gathered at a church event for a “service of hope”.

Friends at the service described Jay as the “life and soul of the party” to Sky News.

Meanwhile, Jay’s panicked grandmother June Duncan said she is “terrified” at the thought of what could have happened to him.

She told LancsLive: “The longer it goes on the more worrying it is. I’m just getting through each day at a time.

“It’s hot out there in Tenerife and I just can’t bear to think about what’s happened to Jay, I’m terrified.”

MUM’S PLEA

Jay’s mum Debbie Duncan, June’s daughter, this week issued a desperate emotional plea for her son’s safe return.

She fears the teen may have been kidnapped and has flown to the island as the search continues.

Breaking down in tears, she told ITN: “It’s just an absolute living nightmare. It’s like a dream – it’s like it’s not happening, it really is. I wouldn’t wish this on anybody.

“I just want my baby back. Please, just anybody who can help just look for him. There’s a massive area up there, massive.

“He’s out there somewhere, or somebody knows where he is. We just need to find my baby.”

She is among many of Jay’s family and friends who have flown out to the Canary island this week to help with the hunt.

Cops, firefighters, sniffer dogs, drones and helicopters are all still scouring the hills where he was last seen.

Police briefly moved their search to the other side island on Wednesday after a reported sighting came in.

But the huge search operation shifted back near the village of Masca in northwestern Tenerife after the report turned out to be false.

In an emotional interview, Jay’s mum Debbie Duncan begged for her ‘baby back’

Jay was all smiles in a Snapchat pic before disappearing

SnapchatJay Slater’s final Snapchat showed a cigarette in a hand[/caption]

Trolls slam my bushy brows & claim I have eyebrow blindness – but I don’t care what haters think, they’re here to stay

Abigail Wilson — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 07:53:37 +0000

MAKE-UP trends come and go, and recently, it’s soap brows that have got everyone talking.

Soap brows, which involve using soap instead of brow gel or wax to shape and set your eyebrows in place, go way back.

TikTok/beckyjaneboultonA beauty fan has proudly showed off her soap brows, but has been met with mixed emotions[/caption]

Becky Jane Boulton explained that she is ‘obsessed’ with her bushy eyebrows – but mean trolls accused her of having ‘eyebrow blindness’

TikTok/beckyjaneboulton

While bloggers have re-popularised the trick, soap brows, which provide similar looking results to eyebrow lamination, are an old Hollywood hack.

They’re a classic make-up artist and even drag queen technique that have been used for photoshoots throughout the years.

Using soap enables beauty fans to get really fluffy, brushed-up, editorial brows that traditional brow products alone can’t quite achieve.

But one woman, who loves her soap brows, has been slammed online – with nasty keyboard warriors claiming she has ‘eyebrow blindness’.

Becky Jane Boulton, a 33-year-old mum-of-two, took to social media to show off her bold brows, leaving many open-mouthed.

Alongside a clip which was shared with the caption ‘I love my brows, I don’t care what anyone else thinks of them’, Becky penned: “Everyone slating soap brows and I’m just here still obsessed.”

The beauty fan gave her followers a close-up look at her fluffy eyebrows, which she styled using the Pink Honey brow glue.

The mother explained that “nothing’s budging” her eyebrows, and recognised that they’re “definitely not everybody’s cup of tea.”

Despite this, she added: “This is my way of doing them and I love them.”

The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @beckyjaneboulton, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly amassed a jaw-dropping 369,100 views.

But social media users were left massively divided by Becky’s eyebrows – whilst many thought they looked ‘lovely’, mean trolls were out in full force.

Not only did people accuse her of having ‘eyebrow blindness’, but savage haters said that her make-up made her look older.

One person said: “Oh gurl you got the eyebrow blindness, don’t worry we have all been there.”

I’m sorry if they cause offence to anybody but they’re here to stay
Becky Jane Boulton

Another added: “They don’t suit you and make you look older.”

A third commented: “I feel like this is gonna end up being one of those things we look back on in the future with shame. Like sperm brows.”

To this, Becky replied: “Perhaps.. but for now I love it.”

Despite this, many make-up fans were eager to praise Becky’s eyebrows.

I don’t know why people are hating on soap brows
TikTok user

One woman wrote: “These comments aren’t it. Your make-up looks lovely babe.”

A second chimed in: “These comments do not pass the vibe check. You do you lovely!”

Meanwhile, someone else penned: “I don’t know why people are hating on soap brows! I love them and yours look great, so neat.”

Kate Middleton's 'Youthful' Eyebrow Trick

AMY Bates, make-up artist and founder of thebeautyrebellion.co.uk shares how Kate Middleton's beauty tricks...

Many people experience eyebrow thinning as they get older – but Kate’s have done the opposite.

The Princess opts for a fuller look, which gives her a more youthful appearance.

Amy Bates, hair stylist, make-up artist and founder of thebeautyrebellion.co.uk, says: “If you have lines and wrinkles under the eye, the right brows can draw attention away from that area and make it less noticeable.

“In her younger years, Kate’s brows were thin and heavily plucked but now they are growing back thicker.

“I imagine a specialist has helped her using a technique such as HD Brows, where the natural brows are tinted and shaped.”

And she also appears to have ditched harsher eyeliner too.

Amy says: “Kate is still wearing eyeliner but it is much softer and not too dark. She now prefers smoky brown and bronze hues, which are more flattering.

“Thick lines can make people look older and Kate understands this.”

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Clapping back to the nasty keyboard warriors, Becky then told Fabulous: “Make-up’s our own personal choice, everybody likes different things.

“I’ve always loved eyebrows, I love that trends come and go, I’ve been there for all of them and this is definitely my favourite yet.

“I’m sorry if they cause offence to anybody but they’re here to stay.”

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Biggest beauty mistakes

Fabulous' Beauty Editor Tara Ledden has shared the do's and don'ts when it comes to beauty.

“No matter how much time and money you spend on your beauty routine, if you’re not getting the basics right, the rest is wasted.

“There aren’t many non-negotiables, but these are the biggest beauty mistakes sabotaging your regime.”

Not wearing SPF: Sun-damage is the main cause of premature skin ageing, so if you want to keep your skin looking plump and glowing, sun cream is vital.
Using expired products: Best case, they’re ineffective and don’t deliver the results they promise, worst case they cause irritation and infection. The shelf life of beauty products differ – for example, mascara is usually good for 3-6 months while lipstick can last for 9-18 months. Check the ‘POA’ symbol on the packaging (it looks like a jar and will have a number inside for how many months it’s safe once opened. If you can’t remember when you opened your product, throw it away and start again, marking the month and year with a permanent marker on the packaging.
Not knowing your undertones: If you’re using make-up with the wrong undertones, it’ll never look natural no matter how much you blend it! An easy trick to work out whether you have cool, warm or neutral undertones is to check the veins on your wrist – if they look blue, you have cool undertones, if they’re green, you have warm and if they’re a mix you have neutral.
Skipping heat protector: It might feel unnecessary, but much like sun damage on the skin, excess heat is the most common cause of hair damage. So, if you want shiny, healthy hair, or you’re trying to grow it longer, using a heat protection product is key.
Not washing your face before bed: it’s as simple as this, if you’re not washing your face before you go to sleep, everything that’s been on your skin during the day is sitting there for even longer, clogging your pores and drying out the surface. Any skincare applied on top isn’t going to be effective with a layer of dirt underneath, and you’re probably going to end up with dirty pillows too – yuck!

Italy legend Roberto Baggio rushed to hospital after being robbed and beaten by armed thugs during Euro 2024 clash

Gary Stonehouse — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 07:50:34 +0000

ITALIAN legend Robert Baggio has been rushed to hospital after being robbed and beaten by armed thugs.

The shocking incident occurred as he was watching Italy’s 1-0 defeat to Spain at Euro 2024 last night.

Instagram @robybaggio_officialRoberto Baggio and his family were “victims of a home robbery”[/caption]

GettyItaly legend Roberto Baggio was rushed to hospital after being robbed and beaten[/caption]

ReutersThe icon was taken to hospital for stitches after the shock incident[/caption]

Baggio and his family were “victims of a home robbery” while his nation were in action yesterday.

Corriere del Veneto broke the news today, stating that the “serious attack” took place in the former Ballon d’Or winner’s villa in Altavilla Vicentina.

They claim that the former forward, 57, endured a “nightmare” that “lasted about forty minutes”.

Baggio allegedly tried to fight off five armed men after they reportedly broke into his property.

But the brave star was unable to hold them off, and he and his loved ones ended up being locked in a closet.

The robbers then proceeded to take watches and jewellery from his home before Baggio managed to free himself and phone the police.

The ex-forward ended up spending the night in his local hospital and needed stitches after the attack, which cops are now investigating.

The icon who played the entirety of his career in Italy and was nicknamd the the divine ponytail.

He played for Italy’s three most successful clubs, Juventus, AC Milan and Inter Milan, winning two Serie A titles over the course of his career.

In 1993, Baggio helped Juventus to win the Uefa cup, scoring two goals in the first leg of the final against Borussia Dortmund.

That year, he was named Fifa World player of the year and received the Ballon d’or.

Baggio became the first Italian to score at three different World Cups in 1998, after scoring in 1990 and 1994, but it as the latter tournament that he will always be remembered for.

In 1994, Italy reached the FIFA World cup final in the USA, where they would play Brazil.

The game finished goalless after 90 minutes, and the two teams could not be separated after 30 minutes of extra time, which led to a penalty shootout.

The score was 3-2 to the South Americans after nine penalties with Baggio stepping up needing to convert to continue the shootout.

AFPBaggio famously missed a penalty in the 1994 World Cup final[/caption]

After a long runup, the Italian sent goalkeeper Claudio Taffarel the wrong way, but saw his penalty fly high over the crossbar, handing Brazil their fourth World cup.

After retiring from football, Baggio became president of the technical sector of the Italian football federation in 2010.

He resigned from this role in 2013 as he suggested that the federation had ignored his ideas about focusing on youth talent.

Outside of football, Baggio has been praised for his charity work, becoming a UN ambassador in 2002 and helping to raise money for areas affected by earthquakes and illnesses.

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Kate shares sweet ‘we all love you papa’ message & pic of William with kids to mark Prince’s 42nd birthday

Summer Raemason — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 07:45:37 +0000

PRINCESS Kate shared a sweet snap of Prince William with their three children to mark his 42nd birthday.

The royal mum-of-three posted another picture of Wills and their adorable little trio on a beach outing as they jumped from a sand dune.

Instagram@theprincessofwalesKate shared a sweet snap of Prince William with their three children to mark his 42nd birthday[/caption]

InstagramKing Charles celebrates Prince William’s birthday with an adorable photograph[/caption]

The joyous action shot shows Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis and Prince George all holding hands as they make the leap.

Kate penned a heartwarming message alongside the snap, which read: “Happy birthday Papa, we all love you so much! Cx”

It was uploaded on The Princess of Wales’ official Instagram account.

Meanwhile, an adorable baby photograph of William was shared by King Charles to mark his son’s birthday this morning.

The Monarch, 75, shared a heartwarming picture showing the prince perched on his lap as a tot.

In the touching black-and-white snap, Charles looked lovingly at his son, who was also brimming with joy.

The beautiful moment was captured at Kensington Palace in London, on February 1, 1983.

It was uploaded to the Royal Family X profile this morning.

The sweet message read: “Happy Birthday to the Prince of Wales!” and was credited to the Royal Collection Trust.

It comes after a never-before-seen picture of Prince William with his three children was shared on Father’s Day.

The heartwarming snap of Wills embracing Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, nine, and Prince Louis, six, was taken by Princess Kate in Norfolk last month while she bravely fights cancer.

It shows the trio looking out onto the sunny beach setting, and was uploaded to Kensington Palace’s Instagram account.

Posted with a touching caption by the three youngsters, it read: “We love you, Papa. Happy Father’s Day. G, C & L.”

It marked the first time a message from the children had been posted on the Palace’s social media.

Wills also posted an emotional Father’s Day tribute to his ‘Pa’ King Charles with a nostalgic photo taken 40 years ago.

The sweet throwback showed Wills as a toddler playing football with his dad on June 12, 1984.

“Happy Father’s Day, Pa,” the post, personally signed by William, said.

King Charles shared his own adorable Father’s Day tribute to Prince Philip.

A video montage taken over 70 years ago filled with memories was also posted on the Royal Family’s official Twitter account.

It was titled: “Wishing all Dads, and those who may be missing their parents today, a relaxing Father’s Day.”

Meanwhile Prince Harry failed to acknowledge the celebratory day – and seemingly ignored his father’s official birthday Trooping the Colour.

SHOW OF SUPPORT

Prince William and King Charles’ sweet posts and nostalgic throwbacks show touching solidarity amid current pressures.

The King has bravely opened up about his cancer diagnosis and ongoing treatment.

Despite stepping back from public facing duties for a short period, His Majesty looked in top form at both Trooping the Colour on June 15, and Royal Ascot this week.

Charles proudly took to the stage to congratulate the winners after leading a carriage procession with Queen Camilla at the prestigious Berkshire event.

The Monarch chatted with jockeys as he presented a number of winners with awards during a glorious afternoon of racing.

He donned a grey coat tail, yellow waistcoat, blue tie and smart-looking top hat.

Meanwhile, Princess Kate has also been honest about her own cancer diagnosis and preventative chemotherapy treatment.

It has seen the royal mum-of-three away from the public eye for months, since announcing the shock in March.

Princess Kate's emotional statement

Kate revealed last week in an emotional statement: “I have been blown away by all the kind messages of support and encouragement over the last couple of months.

“It really has made the world of difference to William and me and has helped us both through some of the harder times.

“I am making good progress, but as anyone going through chemotherapy will know, there are good days and bad days.

“On those bad days you feel weak, tired and you have to give in to
your body resting.

“But on the good days, when you feel stronger, you want to make the most of feeling well.”

Trooping the Colour was extra special this year thanks to Kate’s triumphant return, after being absent from public duties since Christmas last year.

She delighted royal fans by appearing on the Buckingham Palace balcony alongside the King, Queen, Prince William and her children.

Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams told The Sun: “The image I think so many people will have is of Catherine standing next to King Charles on the balcony.

“Here though, that relationship was highlighted to illustrate how those bonds have only deepened and enriched by their bonds of empathy created by their illnesses.

“This can be interpreted as a gesture of solidarity and support from Charles to Catherine.”

Princess of WalesPrince William shared this never-before-seen snap on Father’s Day[/caption]

InstagramWills shared an equally cute candid showing the bond with his dad on Father’s Day[/caption]

TheRoyalFamilyA heartwarming photograph of King Charles as a baby with Prince Philip[/caption]

TheRoyalFamilyThe King shared a video montage and wished all fathers a ‘relaxing Father’s Day’[/caption]

Why Kylian Mbappe will be BANNED from wearing his special face mask for France at Euro 2024 to protect broken nose

Chisanga Malata — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 07:10:33 +0000

KYLIAN MBAPPE will be BANNED from wearing the special protective mask he’s been using in training.

The Real Madrid hitman shattered his nose in Les Bleus’ Euro 2024 Group D opener with Austria on Monday after heading the shoulder of defender Kevin Danzo.

REXKylian Mbappe broke his nose in France’s 1-0 win over Austria on Monday[/caption]

ALAMYThe Real Madrid hitman has been donning a tricolour protective mask in training[/caption]

GETTYBut Uefa regulations prohibit him from wearing his France-coloured flag[/caption]

Mbappe, 25, was set to miss the Euro 2000 winners’ clash with the Netherlands tonight before the creation of a custom-made mask to protect his schnozz.

The former Paris Saint-Germain and Monaco striker has been wearing a snazzy tricolour mask in training ahead of this evening’s match with the Dutch.

But he won’t be permitted to wear in the mouthwatering clash.

That’s because Uefa rules state masks worn in matches must be a single colour.

An excerpt of the rules and regulations handbook states: “Medical equipment worn on the playing field must be of a single colour and must not allow the team or manufacturer to be identified”.

Mbappe, however, won’t be scrambling for a new mask as he has several singled-coloured protectors that comply with the regulations.

The 2018 World Cup winner joked about needing recommendations for masks minutes after France‘s narrow 1-0 win over Austria.

He wrote on X: “Any ideas for masks?”

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It’s not clear if Mbappe will lead the line against the Oranje, although France boss Didier Deschamp has suggested he could feature.

He said: “Everything is going in the right direction after this major shock with the consequences.

“Yesterday he went out, he did a little activity. This will also be the case this evening.

“Things are moving in the right direction to ensure that he is available tomorrow.”

Russian hackers ‘publish NHS patients’ names, dates of birth, NHS numbers & blood test results’ online in shock breach

Summer Raemason — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 07:08:44 +0000

RUSSIAN hackers have allegedly published NHS patients’ names, dates of birth and personal blood test data from a shocking cyber attack.

Synnovis, a contracted IT firm which serves NHS pathology labs, was the victim of a cyber hack – understood to be carried out by Russian group Qilinon – on June 3.

GettySynnovis, a pathology laboratory which processes blood tests for NHS organisations, was the victim of a cyber attack on June 3[/caption]

Hundreds of operations and appointments are still being delayed weeks after the “critical incident” unfolded.

Several hospitals were forced to cancel major surgeries and blood transfusions.

NHS England is now aware that the cyber criminal group published data last night which they claim belongs to Synnovis.

They allege it was stolen as part of this attack.

As reported by the BBC, the cyber criminal group shared almost 400GB of data.

This included patient names, dates of birth, NHS numbers and descriptions of blood tests.

An NHS England spokesperson said: “NHS England has been made aware that the cyber criminal group published data last night which they are claiming belongs to Synnovis and was stolen as part of this attack.

“We understand that people may be concerned by this and we are continuing to work with Synnovis, the National Cyber Security Centre and other partners to determine the content of the published files as quickly as possible.

“This includes whether it is data extracted from the Synnovis system, and if so whether it relates to NHS patients.

“As more information becomes available through Synnovis’ full investigation, the NHS will continue to update patients and the public.”

It comes after reports patients in London were being told they may have to wait weeks for appointments – including blood transfusions – after the hack.

London‘s Guy’s, St Thomas’ and King’s College Hospitals are said to have been impacted.

Royal Brompton and Harefield are also understood to have cancelled transplant surgeries.

Contracted IT firm Synnovis, which serves NHS pathology labs, confirmed in an email to staff that it had been hit.

It apologised for the disruptions caused and said it was quickly working to find a solution.

What is a blood transfusion?

The NHS says a blood transfusion is when you’re given blood from someone else (a donor). It’s a very safe procedure that can be lifesaving.

Why it’s done

A blood transfusion may be needed if you have a shortage of red blood cells.

This may be because your body’s not making enough red blood cells or because you have lost blood.

For example, you may need a blood transfusion if you have:

a condition that affects the way your red blood cells work – such as sickle cell disease or thalassaemia
a type of cancer or cancer treatment that can affect blood cells – including leukaemia, chemotherapy or stem cell transplants
severe bleeding – usually from surgery, childbirth or a serious accident

A blood transfusion can replace blood you have lost, or just replace the liquid or cells found in blood (such as red blood cells, plasma or cells called platelets).

Ask your doctor or nurse why they think you might need a transfusion if you’re not sure.

What happens

Before having a blood transfusion, the procedure will be explained to you and you’ll be asked to sign a consent form.

A sample of your blood will also be taken to check your blood group.

You’ll only be given blood that’s safe for someone with your blood group.

During a blood transfusion:

You sit or lie down in a chair or bed.
A needle is inserted into a vein in your arm or hand.
The needle is connected to a tube and a bag of blood.
The blood runs through the tube into your vein.

It can take up to 4 hours to receive 1 bag of blood, but it’s usually quicker than this.

You can normally go home soon after, unless you’re seriously unwell or need a lot of blood.

How you might feel during and after

You might feel a sharp prick when the needle is first inserted into your vein, but you should not feel anything during the transfusion.

You’ll be checked regularly while receiving the blood. Tell a member of staff if you feel unwell or uncomfortable.

Some people develop a temperature, chills or a rash. This is usually treated with paracetamol or by slowing down the transfusion.

Your arm or hand may ache and have a bruise for a few days after.

Contact a GP if you feel unwell within 24 hours of having a blood transfusion, especially if you have difficulty breathing or pain in your chest or back.

Risks

Blood transfusions are common and very safe procedures.

All donor blood is checked before it’s used to make sure it does not contain serious infections such as hepatitis or HIV.

There’s a very small risk of complications, such as:

an allergic reaction to the donor blood
a problem with your heart, lungs or immune system (the body’s defence against illness and infection)

The risks will be explained before having a transfusion, unless this is not possible – for example, if you need an emergency transfusion.

Speak to your doctor or nurse if you have any concerns.

Alternatives

A blood transfusion will only be recommended if it’s needed and other treatments will not help.

If it’s possible that you’ll need a transfusion (for example, if you’re due to have surgery or you have anaemia), you may sometimes be given medicine to:

lower your risk of bleeding, such as tranexamic acid
boost your number of red blood cells, such as iron tablets or injections

These can reduce your chances of needing a blood transfusion.

The IT firm did however say previously it was unsure of all the details of the attack, or how long it would impact patients.

A spokesperson for NHS England London said previously : “On Monday 3 June Synnovis, a provider of lab services, was the victim of a ransomware cyber attack.

“This is having a significant impact on the delivery of services at Guy’s and St Thomas’, King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trusts and primary care services in south east London and we apologise for the inconvenience this is causing to patients and their families.

Who are Russian cyber gang Qilin?

QILIN are a group of Russian cyber criminals.

It’s reported that they’re who are behind the cyber attack that affected a number of major London hospitals and led to huge delays and a raft of cancelled operations.
They’re notorious for their hits on firms and government bodies around the world.
In the past they’ve managed to get hold of recordings from court hearings in the Australian state of Victoria.
They also owned up to attacking China-based car company Yanfeng Automotive Interiors in 2023.
They stole files including technical data sheets, putting the brakes on production at the company’s plants in the US.
In March they hacked into the computer systems at Big Issue Group, who are the publishers of the well-known UK magazine sold by homeless people.

What did Russian cybercriminals Qilin do?

Qilin attack computer systems of companies with something called ransomware.
This is where hackers try to bring down systems by blocking users from getting onto them.
Once they’ve done it, they’ll then demand huge sums of money to unlock the files and let the company access them again.
The NHS confirmed it was a ransomware attack that hit several London hospitals on Monday, June 3rd 2024.
It’s thought the UK Government won’t give in to ransom demands from hackers.

“Emergency care continues to be available, so patients should access services in the normal way by dialling 999 in an emergency and otherwise using 111, and patients should continue to attend appointments unless they are told otherwise.

“We will continue to provide updates for local patients and the public about the impact on services and how they can continue to get the care they need.

“We are working urgently to fully understand the impact of the incident with the support of the government’s National Cyber Security Centre and our Cyber Operations team.”

‘MAJOR IMPACT’

An email was sent out by IT firm Synnovis after the cyber attack which said: “This is having a major impact on the delivery of our services, with blood transfusions being particularly affected.

“Some activity has already been cancelled or redirected to other providers at short notice as we prioritise the clinical work that we are able to safely carry out.”

Eagle-eyed fans spot awkward moment between Cole Palmer and Gareth Southgate live on BBC as fans say ‘that’s not good’

Gary Stonehouse — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 07:01:51 +0000

FANS believed they spotted an awkward moment between Cole Palmer and Gareth Southgate after England’s bore draw.

The Chelsea star scored 22 goals and grabbed 11 assists in 33 matches for the Blues last term.

BBCFans believe they witnessed an awkward moment between Cole Palmer and Gareth Southgate[/caption]

GettyThe Chelsea star left, is yet to kick a ball at Euro 2024[/caption]

But he still has not had a kick for England, despite the Three Lions being held to a 1-1 draw by Denmark on Thursday.

England looked like they needed something else up top but Southgate did not turn to the 22-year-old hotshot.

Following the full time whistle, the TV cameras followed boss Southgate as he made his way around the pitch to shake hands with both his players and the Danes.

However, it seemed that Palmer could barely even look his manager in the eye when he attempted to shake his.

And it did not take long for fans to comment on the awkward scenes on social media.

One fan said: “Doesn’t look great…”

Another said: “He wasn’t even looking at all my boy is p****d.”

A fellow fan said: “Cold. Southgate didn’t match the aura.”

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ENGLAND vs DENMARK RATINGS

ENGLAND stumbled to a drab 1-1 draw with Denmark.

Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the Three Lions team.

Jordan Pickford: 6

Looked a little jittery early doors, though there was nothing he could do about Morten Hjulmand’s corker and he made a decent parry after the break.

Kyle Walker: 7

Made England’s opener by racing round a sleeping Victor Kristiansen – he’ll be having nightmares of that forevermore – and teeing up Kane via a deflected cross.

John Stones: 6

OK but you have got to wonder how fit he feels having barely played for Man City in the second half of the season, plus his injury and illness issues over the last month.

Marc Guehi: 8 and my star man

Really encouraging again from the Crystal Palace centre-back, looking sharp with his interceptions and assured in distribution.

Kieran Trippier: 6

Like Stones, he was fine, but England really need Luke Shaw back ASAP because having no natural left-footer at left-back is a problem.

Trent Alexander-Arnold: 5

This experiment of playing Trent in midfield is far from convincing, especially when his passing was off it like it was here, barring one good ball to Saka. Subbed on 54 minutes.

Declan Rice: 5

Had to cover so much ground as England dropped worryingly deep in the first half and also lost it a few times in front of his back four.

Bukayo Saka: 7

Not quite as electric as his first half against Serbia, but another solid showing from our right winger who has been our most consistent attacker across the two games.

Jude Bellingham: 6

Nowhere near the majestic display he put in against Serbia and one of many who looked tired.

Phil Foden: 7

Was far more involved than against Serbia – although that was not hard – and had a few dangerous efforts from range, including one that smacked the post after the break.

Harry Kane: 6

Netted his 64th goal for his country with an opener he could not really miss, but then gave the ball away from Denmark’s leveller. Surprisingly subbed.

SUBS:

Conor Gallagher (on for Trent, 54): 7

Vital clearance on the stretch when Christian Eriksen was lurking and was not afraid to put his foot in.

Ollie Watkins (on for Kane, 70): 6

Played in by Bellingham’s lovely ball after coming on but could not finish from an acute angle.

Jarrod Bowen (on for Foden, 69): 6

Copped a nasty tackle which saw Joakim Maehle booked.

Eberechi Eze (on for Saka, 69): 6

On for his tournament bow though he was rarely involved.

A fourth said: “’Well I don’t blame him.”

While a fifth added: “I’d be p****d too.”

Meanwhile, more fans accused Southgate of “lacking respect” for the ex-Man City attacker.

Another post read: “The right reaction… let him know dead on he lack respect for his game.”

While another commented: “I don’t blame him. Who wouldn’t be p****d?”

Palmer is yet to make an appearance at Euro 2022 after he was also an unused sub in the 1-0 win over Serbia.

England now need at least a point from Tuesday’s clash with Slovenia to ensure their passage to the knockout stage.

And Southgate is hoping that his side can produce a performance that he knows they are capable of in four days time.

He said: “We understand people will be disappointed with the performances and rightly so – we have to make them a lot better.

“At the moment we’re not using the ball well enough and have to accept if you do that you will suffer at times, as we have.

“We know there’s another level we have to find.

“There’s a huge amount of work to do, that’s evident from the two performances we have given – clearly it was not what we would’ve hoped for.

“We’ve played teams that are quite fluid in a back three and it’s not easy to get pressure on them but we definitely have to do better than we have done in these two matches, that has been part of the problem – but also not keeping the ball well enough.”

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Leeds players reveal what Rob Burrow means to them ahead of emotional night

Gary Carter — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000

MATT Frawley needs only one look at his shirt to know just what it means – seven is Rob Burrow’s number.

So much so, he was more than happy to give it up and see it retired after the icon’s death.

Rob Burrow will be remembered at an emotional Headingley in Leeds Rhinos’ first home match since his passing

Tonight sees the game everyone knew was coming but no-one wanted to come, Leeds’ first at Headingley after the legend’s passing.

After living with motor neurone disease for four-and-a-half years and inspiring millions of pounds of fundraising and vital awareness, Burrow will be celebrated at an emotional stadium.

Up to 60 former team-mates, including some who have flown around the world to be there, and his family are expected to toast the little man who became a colossus, both of rugby league and of the MND community.

And the Rhinos’ current number seven revealed the prospect of retiring the number in all their teams was put forward. He would have happily done so but Burrow and his family said no.

Now seeing his signature incorporated into his shirt number is enough as Frawley said: “It’s his jersey. Rob’s the number seven for the Rhinos.

“Having Rob’s signature on my shirt is a massive honour and I feel privileged. It’s my responsibility to do his number proud.

“He made the jersey what it is, I’m just looking after it at the moment and I want to do him proud.

“Retiring the number seven was put to me. I was more than happy to do that, whether that be for this week, the whole season or forever.

“But they spoke to Rob about that possibility previously, along with his family, and they wanted it to continue. That was their wish and I was happy to do whatever they wanted.

“And the touch of having his signature in the seven is a really nice touch. Everyone who wears the number seven will have that.”

Burrow’s legacy will live on – on the field as well as off it in the Rob Burrow Centre for MND, which is being built.

Several of the players he coached in Leeds’ academy are now in the first team and Mikolaj Oledzki takes lessons from the 5ft 5ins half back into his game as a 6ft 3ins prop.

He also has first-hand experience of his stern side, as well as the impact in his adopted home city.

He said: “Rob influenced me massively. He was my coach at under-15s and under-16s level. When I came through to the first team, I could always go up to him for guidance and he’d help me.

Wembley stood as one to remember Rob Burrow

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“I was still very fresh to rugby at 14 or 15-years-old, so he had to be a bit patient with me but he fully understood I wanted to work hard and get better. Whenever I had questions or needed help, he was always the first to help.

“No matter whether you’d played alongside him for 10 years, 20 years, or you were just coming through the academy, he had all the time in the world for you.

“As a coach, he was no different to how he was as a player – he was super-competitive and wanted the lads to express themselves. He knew we were at our best when we did that.

“He just wanted us to play rugby and with a smile on our faces. He never placed any stress on anyone, he knew that’s how he got the best out of us.

“I had a good relationship with Rob, so I was never really told off by him but when he had to be, he could get his point across sternly. It was always with respect, though, as he wanted to get the best out of people.

“That showed the person he was. He cared about the club and the people around him and the impact he’s had on Leeds as a city is unbelievable.

“It’s going to be a special day – so it should be as he was a special, special man.”

Former team-mates, some who have flown around the world, will gather before tonight’s game.

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Leeds face Leigh with Burrow’s former team-mate Chev Walker and Scott Grix in interim charge following the departure of coach Rohan Smith.

Leopards’ boss Adrian Lam was on the receiving end of Burrow brilliance as a 40-12 win over Wigan in 2004’s Super League semi-final ended his playing career.

He is also in no doubt that if he had tried his luck in the NRL, he would have been a hit.

Lam said: “Rob was respected very highly in Australia. Had Rob had an opportunity to go to the NRL, I think he’d have done well.

“He was one of those players. The impact he could bring off the bench could be incredible.

“He was small in stature and people would think, ‘He won’t make it in the NRL, he’s small.’ But I think he could’ve changed the game there.”

Frawley, 29, also knew Burrow could have succeeded Down Under having seen him as a fan – now he is at Leeds, his reputation is even greater.

Kevin Sinfield will make a video address to Headingley before kick-off

He added: “Hearing the stories, talking to people at the club about how he was as a player and a person, it’s unbelievable.

“Hearing them from his peers is something I’ve learned in recent months. One common theme is he treated everyone, whether they’d played 300 or no Super League games, the same.

“Learning those stories has been a real honour and something I can take into tonight, also life lessons going forward.”

As the game falls on Global MND Awareness Day, Sky Sports will provide an on-screen QR code during their coverage that will allow viewers to donate money towards the Motor Neurone Disease Association.

Both players know the most fitting way to toast Burrow is to win.

Oledzki, 25, added: “That’s 100 per cent the case, especially for the lads who’ve been here since the academy days or played alongside Rob.

“This is more than just a league game or a different occasion. This is very special. Rob deserves everything in the world for what he’s done.”

I’m proof Vinted is worth it – I sell my kids’ old clothes & thought I’d made a few quid, I was stunned that it’s £900

Sarah Bull — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:56:15 +0000

IT may seem like a hassle to take pictures and list your items.

But one mum has explained why using Vinted is 100 per cent worth it, after revealing her incredible success on the selling app.

AlamyA mum has explained why using Vinted is 100 per cent worth it, after revealing her incredible earnings on the site[/caption]

extremecouponingandbargainsuk/facebookShe showed that she’s made almost £900 – just by selling her and her kids’ old clothes for a pound here and there[/caption]

She took to the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group on Facebook to post a snap which showed her balance on the app – which stood at £899.22.

“For those who don’t think vinted is worth it, I would highly recommend it!” she wrote alongside it.

“I sell all my kids and my old clothes for £1 or £2 to get rid of them and over time it builds up.”

She added that she never realised how much her sales had added up until Vinted updated and showed her.

People in the comments section were quick to praise the woman, while also revealing their own Vinted success stories.

“I love Vinted, am getting rid of so much stuff, just putting it on for £1 or £2,” one wrote.

“I do that too, I love it,” another added.

“I’ve been using Vinted since 2021 can’t believe how much I’ve made! (Family of 9 so loads to clear out!!)” a third said, sharing a screenshot showing she’s made £3,963 since she started using Vinted.

“Helped so much!”

“I agree, when mine popped up I was shocked!” someone else said, showing their “earnings to date” currently standing at £7,627.

“Although, I have been selling for a few years now.

“One thing I know is that it comes out of my account as quickly as it goes in!”

“Absolutely agree!” another wrote.

“I make a fortune on there!”

“It seems a lot but honestly don’t give it away,” someone else warned.

“I price higher and do bundle deals, literally joined 3 months ago and I’ve earned £874.”

Not everyone agreed with the positive assessment of Vinted though.

“Vinted sucks – half of the stuff I try to buy gets cancelled as sellers can’t find it or something!” one wrote.

To which another said: “That’s because they are also selling on eBay.

“I’ve seen the same stuff on both sites – that’s why this is happening sometimes.”

Why I hate Vinted, a real-life view

Fabulous Associate Editor Sarah Barns opens up on why she hates Vinted:

It’s the king of second-hand fashion but I hate Vinted.

There I said it. Yes, it stops items going into landfill. Yes, it helps create additional side-hustle income for many.

And yes, you can get things at bargain prices. But it is just not my (shopping) bag.

From personal experience, I’ve bought ‘cheap’ bundles of children’s clothes only for them to arrive dirty and misshapen.

Plus, with postage and buyer protection they didn’t feel like such a great deal. I much prefer going to my local charity shop or supermarket for kids’ stuff.

I’ve also bought more premium high-street items – a dress from Arket and a skirt from Cos – only to find they didn’t fit properly and the colours were faded.

I attempted a bout of selling stuff but gave up after my £110 Veja trainers got lost in the post and I spent two hours on the phone to Royal Mail.

A major gripe with it is that it still encourages you to spend, spend, spend. I’m not sure I needed the items I did purchase, I just didn’t want to miss out.

Also, the reselling of fast-fashion items – a £5 Shein top on Vinted for £17.50 – makes me feel a bit queasy.

Clothes shopping has become a daily hobby for a lot of people when really it should be something that’s done once or twice a year as a necessity.

But the 18 million Vinted app users clearly disagree with me.

“I didn’t know they did this, put it on two sites, but they are silly sellers,” a third replied.

“eBay take a HUGE chunk of fees after selling your items so they are losing money straight away!

“They are better off selling on Vinted as there’s no fees and it’s an instant sale – so no hanging around waiting for a bid to end or for payment.

“That’s why I left eBay… when I worked out how much per item I was actually receiving it wasn’t worth it.”

extremecouponingandbargainsuk/facebookAnother revealed she’d made almost £4,000 since she started using Vinted in 2021[/caption]

Brit tourist stabbed to death outside Spanish nightclub after ‘getting into row with another group of foreigners’

Imogen Braddick — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:35:55 +0000

A BRIT tourist has been stabbed to death outside a nightclub in Spain.

Cops said the 30-year-old man was killed outside the Oxygen nightclub in the popular resort town of Calella – around 30 miles from Barcelona.

@RadioCalellaTVThe Brit was fatally stabbed outside Oxygen nightclub in the Spanish town of Calella[/caption]

@CalellaCOMCops cordoned off the area around the nightclub after the horror attack[/caption]

Police have launched an investigation into the stabbing outside the club in the resort town of Calella

According to El Caso, the Brit died at the scene at around 5am on Friday.

It’s understood he was stabbed during a row with another group of tourists outside the club.

Another person was injured in the brawl and rushed to hospital.

Cops have launched an investigation and no arrests have been made so far.

Calella police said: “This morning there was a fight in a nightclub in the city.

“The result of the incident is one dead and one injured, who has been taken to a hospital. The attack was by knife.”

They said Mossos d’Esquadra – Catalonia’s police force – are leading the investigation.

Detectives have been scouring CCTV footage and speaking to club-goers as they hunt the attackers.

Pictures from the scene on Friday morning showed the club taped off as cops combed the area.

There is a “significant police presence” in the area, according to local reports.

Calella is a popular tourist spot in the Maresme region of Spain near Barcelona.

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I had a huge spray tan fail and was forced to leave the salon NAKED – I was mortified

Paige Beresford — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:33:28 +0000

A WOMAN has revealed that she was forced to drive home naked after a massive spray tan fail – and the situation has left people in stitches.

The poor woman’s dilemma was discussed on the Glaswegian podcast Girls Overheard, where her anonymous message explained what happened.

TIKTOK (@girlsoverheard)Eilidh was left in stitches as she read out the anonymous message[/caption]

TIKTOK (@girlsoverheard)Ash was shocked at the woman’s desperate actions[/caption]

TIKTOK (@girlsoverheard)While Lauren was left open-mouthed[/caption]

She said she was using a spray tanning machine so she didn’t have to worry about flashing her boobs and bum to one of the technicians.

However, when she arrived she found that the machine she was going to use had been recently cleaned.

Deciding to carry on with her appointment, she stripped off and hung her jumpsuit on the peg.

But after she was finished getting her tan, the woman discovered to her horror that her clothes had fallen into the mop bucket which was full of dirty water.

Leaving the show’s hosts in fits of laughter, the woman explained that it left her nothing to wear going home, meaning she was forced to flee the salon and drive back home while naked.

Podcast co-host Eilidh Wells read out her anonymous message, which began: “I went for a spray tan last week”.

I literally had a ‘what the f*** am I going to do’ moment – nobody was answering their phones
Anonymous story on Girls Overheard podcast

Fellow co-host Ash Reid then asked: “An automatic one?”

Lauren Kerr chimed in: “Yes!”

Clarifying what an automatic spray-tan machine was, Eilidh said: “Like the one from Friends where you stand up and it just sprays you.”

Carrying on with the story, she continued: “You can get naked in them and not have to worry about the mum bod dilemmas, saggy t***, etc.

“I went quite late just before they closed and had a casual T-shirt jumpsuit on so I could shove it on once I was out.

“But the girl had obviously been mopping the room before I went in, which was fine until I realised that when I hung up my all-in-one it fell off the peg right into the bucket while I was getting my tan”.

The girls burst into laughter as Eilidh carried on: “I had f*** all to put on when I finished unless I wanted my soaking wet clothes to ruin my tan.

“Which I could have even considered that, but the bucket was disgusting and stinking and I couldn’t bear it.

“I literally had a ‘what the f*** am I going to do’ moment – nobody was answering their phones.

I drove home naked in the dark, thinking ‘Oh my God, if I get pulled over, or even seen, I’m done
Anonymous story on Girls Overheard podcast

“The girl didn’t have anything to put on, even to put around me.”

Leaving the hosts in shock, Eilidh read: “I literally put my pants back on and sliders with a hair net still on and ran out to my car which was parked right outside, completely f****** naked holding my t*** up.”

Lauren laughed and added: “I love her dedication!”

While Ash was left completely flabbergasted by the woman’s desperate actions.

She said: “No she never, no she never! She ran from the front door? She drove home naked!?”

Eilidh continued: “I drove home naked in the dark, thinking ‘Oh my God, if I get pulled over, or even seen, I’m done’.

“I still can’t believe I left that shop naked like that – f*** knows who seen me, there’s probably a meme about me somewhere.”

Laughing, she added: “When I arrived home my partner thankfully brought me a towel out – he thinks I’ve lost the plot.

“But what else was I to do?”

Impressed, Lauren said: “I love her dedication, I do, I think good on you”.

But Eilidh was baffled and tried to come up with alternative solutions as she added: “Surely there was something, I would literally have mummified myself, I would have went into the toilet and I would have made a dress out of toilet paper”.

12 tips to make your spray tan last longer

A SPRAY tan can last up to a week, if it is of good quality. But there are many things that you can do to make it last longer.

Moisturise – if the skin is dry it sheds quicker, which makes the tan fade away faster
Shower in warm water – use lukewarm and not hot water and do not use a body scrub as it can result in fading your tan
Use baby powder – this won’t reduce sweat but it will keep the spray tan in place and stops it from fading
Exfoliate your skin – it is important to exfoliate the skin every couple of days in order to keep the fade even
Use sunscreen – apply water-based sunscreen rather than oil-based on all exposed skin areas when outside to protect the tan
Avoid chlorinated water – a chlorinated pool makes tan fade away faster so try to avoid them as much as possible
Use tanning lotion – this tops up the glow and hydrates the skin at the same time
Do not shave or wax – the shaver or wax will make the tan disappear when rubbing it against the skin
Detox once a month – before getting a new spray tan it is important to detox your entire skin to remove as much of previous layers as possible.
Use self tanner in between – to make sure that the tan still looks even apply a self tanning product on faded areas
Stay hydrated – it might sound silly but drinking water to contain a tan is a way to keep the skin hydrated next to moisturising
Simple Skincare – avoid using acids or any retinoids in skincare products

Lauren also suggested that the woman could have tried to cover herself with a bin bag, which Eilidh said could have passed for a Halloween “witch” costume.

She added: “There’s so many other options!”

The story was met with laughter by fans on TikTok, as they flocked to the comments to joke about the situation.

One person said: “This is fantastic” with a string of laughing face emojis.

Another added: “The dedication is real”.

Someone else wrote: “Aw poor woman having to drive home naked”.

A fourth posted: “Omg. Surely they had even a bin bag. Total nightmare, poor girl!”

While a fifth chimed in: “F****** howling”.

I’m an interior designer & there’s 5 things that cheapen the look of your home – a certain type of artwork is so tacky

Olivia Stringer — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:32:46 +0000

AN INTERIOR designer has revealed five things that make your home look cheap.

Reynard Lowell said a certain type of artwork is so tacky and revealed that you are probably hanging your curtains wrong.

Youtube/Reynard LowellReynard said that there are five things that cheapen the look of your home[/caption]

Youtube/Reynard LowellHe said that small rugs make a room look empty[/caption]

Youtube/Reynard LowellThe designer said that how you hang your curtains is very important[/caption]

Taking to his YouTube channel, the designer explained: “There are so many decisions that have to be made when designing a home.

“So it’s not surprising that we often face a few hiccups along the way.”

Generic Artwork

Reynard said artwork with quotes on them like “live, laugh love” are so “tacky” as they are generic and don’t resonate with anyone.

He admitted he has been guilty in the past of owning artwork like this, but has since learned from his mistakes.

He said: “Try to make your own art, display your photographs or buy something unique or custom made from Etsy. “

Furniture That Is Too Small

The designer said decorating rooms with rugs, coffee tables and artworks really cheapens the look of a room and makes it feel empty.

He said: “People usually decorate with small rugs because they are scared to commit to large ones, mainly because they are expensive”.

Reynard commented on large rugs and how they can ground the seating area and make the room feel more cohesive.

Hanging Curtains Wrong

The designer said curtain rods are often hung too low as a way to compensate for curtains that are too short.

He said: “This is a mistake as you want to hang curtain rods high to create the illusion of high ceilings and large windows”.

Reynard added curtains that are too short look “awkward and jarring”.

Having Everything Out On Display

Reynard said everything that is on display in your home should be carefully curated, otherwise the space will just look cluttered.

He explained that open shelving is often used by people to store “unattractive” items such as TV remotes, which cheapen the look of your space.

The interiors expert said these items should be hidden in closed shelves to keep the space looking “simple and clean”.

Reynard added only essential appliances like the toaster and kettle should be on display in the kitchen, to prevent the space from looking cluttered.

Matching Furniture

The designer revealed furniture that all matches looks cheap and tacky.

He said it’s better to use different shades of the same colour to create some contrast.

“The rule of thumb is to compliment furniture, rather than match it,” he explained.

It comes after another interior designer shared the Amazon buy that “gives a room a face-lift”.

Whilst one homeowner was quoted £17.6k for a garden makeover, but decided to tackle it themselves.

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We bought a battered & rusted 1978 caravan & turned it into a luxury business – it makes us thousands every month

Abigail Wilson — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:31:18 +0000

A WOMAN has revealed she and her partner bought a battered and rusted caravan, but have since given it a mega makeover.

Lauren, a beauty fan and Cosmetic tattoo artist from the Gold Coast, Australia, explained that transforming the caravan was a long process, but now, it has been turned into a stunning luxury salon.

TikTok/@vanbeauteA DIY fan has revealed that she and her partner bought a 1978 caravan and have turned it into a luxury beauty studio[/caption]

TikTok/@vanbeauteLauren explained that transforming the run-down, rusty caravan was a long process, but now, social media users have been left stunned at the finished space[/caption]

Posting on social media, Lauren gave a close-up look at the tatty caravan, before and after its overhaul.

Lauren explained: “Thanks to Covid my husband and I found ourselves out of work.

“So I convinced him to buy a 1978 Millard caravan and turn it into a beauty salon.

“We’ve had a few hiccups, but she’s almost done!”

In a follow-up clip, Lauren gave her followers a tour inside the finished caravan, which has since been given the ultimate glow up.

What was once a total shell, with rubbish everywhere, wires hanging from ceilings and at one point, no flooring, now looks totally brand new.

The caravan, known as Van Beaute, is now incredibly modern, with stylish grey flooring and clean white walls.

The decor inside is pink and white, with plants and candles adding a touch of glamour to the studio on walls.

Thrilled with the caravan’s DIY makeover, Lauren beamed: “So happy to have it finally finished. It was a huge job but so rewarding.

“I absolutely just love being in the space. It’s my little slice of heaven.”

SOCIAL MEDIA USERS BEAM

The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @vanbeaute, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly amassed 386,700 views.

Social media users were impressed with the caravan’s DIY overhaul, and many took to the comments to express this.

Looks amazing
TikTok user

One person said: “Breathtaking.”

Another added: “This is awesome, what a great idea.”

A third commented: “Wow, well done, amazing job.”

At the same time, one user penned: “Such a rewarding job done! Looks amazing.

“All the best for your future being spent in this cute little van.”

It comes after puppeteer Fred transformed a mouldy, dilapidated caravan into his dream home with the help of his mum.

Meanwhile, a static caravanner has revealed why he wouldn’t recommend living in one full-time.

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Aldi’s new middle aisle beauty bargains include £2.99 Charlotte Tilbury dupe & collagen lip oil – here’s the launch date

Olivia Stringer — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:29:37 +0000

BEAUTY lovers are likely to be racing to Aldi this week, as the budget supermarket launches it’s latest round of Lacura Specialbuys.

From a Charlotte Tilbury dupe to collagen lip oil, the week’s middle aisle will be packed full of bargains for makeup fans to enjoy.

GettyBeauty fans will be racing to Aldi this weekend[/caption]

AldiThe collection includes claw clips[/caption]

AldiShoppers will be able to grab a four pack of scrunchies[/caption]

The new Lacura collection will launch on Sunday, June 23rd and will be available for a limited time only, so shoppers should race to their nearest store to make sure they are able to take advantage of the bargains.

Here, Fabulous takes a look at some the goodies you can will be able to get your hands on.

Collagen Lip Oil

Aldi’s Collagen Lip Oil is priced at just £2.99 and promises to keep your lips “nourished and hydrated”.

It contains collagen, shea butter and vitamin E and comes in an 8ml tube, making it perfect for storing in your handbag.

AldiCollagen Lip Oil[/caption]

Body Shimmer Oils

The Lacura Body Shimmer Oils will be priced at just £2.99 and contain nourishing oils for face, hair and body.

They are vegan, fragranced with essential oils and promises to leave skin feeling dewy and smooth.

The products are a dupe of Charlotte Tilbury’s Supermodel Body Highlighter, which is priced at £48.

AldiBody Shimmer Spray[/caption]

Moisture Boost Eye Cream

Also making an appearance will be a Moisture Boost Eye Cream, priced at just £3.99.

It contains caffeine and green tea extracts which “offer a fresh look for tired eyes”.

The hydrating formula also promises to keep your eye area feeling soft.

AldiMoisture Boost Eye Cream[/caption]

Luminous Filter Foundation

Lacura’s Luminous Filter foundation has a choice of six shades, meaning there is something to suit almost all skin tones.

It is priced at £4.99, and promises to achieve “radiant results”.

AldiLuminous Filter Foundation[/caption]

Shimmer Hydrating Facial Mists

The Shimmer Hydrating Facial Mists are available in two shades, champagne and bronze, and are priced at £4.99.

They contain anti-oxidant ingredients including Vitamin E, Chamomile, and Green Tea Extract.

Why do Aldi and Lidl have such fast checkouts

IF you’ve ever shopped in Aldi or Lidl then you’ll probably have experienced its ultra-fast checkout staff.

Aldi’s speedy reputation is no mistake, in fact, the supermarket claims that its tills are 40 per cent quicker than rivals.

It’s all part of Aldi’s plan to be as efficient as possible – and this, the budget shop claims, helps keep costs low for shoppers.

Efficient barcodes on packaging means staff are able to scan items as quickly as possible, with the majority of products having multiple barcodes to speed up the process.

It also uses “shelf-ready” packaging which keeps costs low when it comes to replenishing stock.

Aldi said: “Lightweight and fast absorbing, the everyday must-haves work double time to offer instant radiant looks while leaving textures feeling hydrated and refreshed.

“Versatile and perfect for multi-use, the sprays can be used to illuminate bare faced complexions or to prep and set finished makeup looks.”

Shimmer Hydrating Facial Mist

Also available in the collection will be a three piece claw clip set (£3.49), silk hair scrunchies (£4.99) and a Microblade Effect Brow Pen (£3.49).

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I’m ‘Rad Dad’, 50, who skateboarded in White House… now I’ve switched nationality to Team GB for Paris 2024 Olympics

Joshua Jones — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:28:20 +0000

ANDY MACDONALD had the Secret Service scrambling when he became the first person to skateboard in the White House.

Now 25 years later, he is still pulling tricks… and has got one last chance to qualify for the Olympics.

GettyAndy Macdonald made the most of his moment to skateboard in the White House[/caption]

The British-American hopes to represent Team GB in Paris

He is the oldest member of the British team – with the others the same age as his kids

Close pals with skateboarding legend Tony Hawk, Macdonald is an icon in the sport in his own right with his world-record haul of 15 X Games medals and eight World Cup Skateboarding golds.

And that status prompted Macdonald to do a hugely successful public service announcement – ultimately leading to his White House moment.

Macdonald, who turns 51 during Paris 2024, told SunSport: “I was the first athlete they used and it was a 30-second TV spot of me talking, ‘Hey I’m a skateboarder, skateboarding is hard, you fall down a lot, oh yeah by the way I don’t do drugs, this is my idea of getting high,’ and just blasting a big air on a skateboard.

“It was the most successful PSA they had done and the culmination was an invitation to the White House for a five-minute speech to introduce then-President Bill Clinton.

“I remember rolling up to the security, putting my skateboard on the x-ray machine and coming out on the other side at the White House.

“There’s this big long marble hallway leading to the West Wing and I’m just like, ‘Gotta have a little roll, gotta be the first one to skateboard in the White House.’

“The Secret Service agents weren’t nearly as excited about it as I was, but I had to check that one off the list.”

Massachusetts-born Macdonald rose to fame in vert skating – on 14-foot U-shaped ramps – but has had to switch nationality and discipline for his crack at the Olympics.

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Paris 2024 features two types of skateboarding: street skating on stairs and handrails and park skating around concrete bowls and bends.

Macdonald is trying to qualify for the park event – but ramps max out at nine feet rather than 14, making his tricks much harder with less airtime.

And he is now flying under the Team GB flag, despite his thick American accent.

Speaking from his California home, Macdonald explained: “After watching Tokyo, I talked to colleagues about heritage and they said, ‘Absolutely if you’re British get your British passport and you can totally be on the British team, that’s a lot more realistic than making the US team.’

“I jumped through all the hoops, submitted a video of tricks, didn’t get special treatment because I’m a vert legend or whatever.

“I got my British passport, my dad was born in London, my grandfather Scotland.

“It’s really, really terrible I’ve never been to Scotland.

“A pro snowboarder has invited me there. I keep telling him I will get to the Scottish Highlands and see Edinburgh.

“I’ll get there for sure it’s on the list but it hasn’t happened just yet.”

With Macdonald’s vast experience comes his age, celebrating the big 50 last July.

How does skateboarding at the Olympics work?

SKATEBOARDING debuted at the Olympics in Tokyo – and returns for Paris 2024, taking place at the famous Place de La Concorde in the heart of the French capital.

The world’s greatest male and female skateboarders will face off in two disciplines: park and street. Athletes must carry out their most impressive tricks, getting judged on the degree of difficulty, speed and range of moves.

The events consist of two rounds: prelims and finals.

The park discipline is on a varied course combining bowls and bends, with the skateboarders scored on the height and speed of the tricks during jumps, as well as their capacity to use the entire surface and all obstacles. They perform three 45‑second runs, with the best of three counting as their final round score.

Street events are on a straight ‘street-like’ course with stairs and rails set up to resemble the urban environments where skateboarding started out in the 1980s.

Athletes get points for tricks and how they control their board during the two 45‑second runs and the five tricks they carry out.

Source: olympics.com

That means his Team GB team-mates and potential Olympic rivals are the same age as his teenage kids, including 15-year-old Sky Brown.

But the veteran ‘rad dad’ has no qualms competing alongside and against youngsters, telling them: I was here first!

And he has no plans to retire anytime soon, either.

Macdonald – who admitted he needs a “miracle” at this weekend’s final qualifying stage in Budapest to qualify for the final 22 in Paris – said: “I just think it’s neat because in what other sport does that happen?

“You don’t see Andre Agassi playing tennis against 14-year-olds. I can be 50 and still compete.

“We do the same thing. It’s not like I’m this weird 50-year-old showing up at the skate park.

“I’ve been professional for 30 years and they’re joining me. I was there when they came for the first time. I was there when they learned their first Ollie trick.

“They all think I’m a nerd and they’re absolutely right. If they make fun of me and call me ‘Uncle Andy’ I’ll give it right back. We all joke around and have a good time.

“Every time I share my American candy and make sure they bring me Lion bars.

“Yes it hurts more now, it takes longer to heal as you get older.

“But guys ten years my senior are still doing it, so I’ll keep going. We’re really still learning what the limits are as far as skating into your 60s or 70s.”

The star has had to change discipline for the Olympics

SunSportMacdonald spoke to SunSport from his California home[/caption]

Despite his name, the skateboarder has never been to Scotland

Macdonald plans to keep skating into his 60s and possibly his 70s

GettyMacdonald is close friends with the legendary Tony Hawk[/caption]

Macdonald admitted he needs a ‘miracle’ to qualify for Paris 2024

Instagram @andymac720Macdonald enjoys passing on his vast experience on to the next generation[/caption]

Instagram @andymac720The vert hero has a record number of X Games medals[/caption]

Instagram @andymac720The shorter ramps give less airtime for tricks[/caption]

Macdonald speaks with an American accent but qualifies for GB through his father

Ryan Garcia is BANNED from boxing after positive drugs tests but he’s already eyeing a huge career change

Anthony Chapman — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 05:56:30 +0000

RYAN GARCIA is eyeing a shock move into MMA following his boxing ban over a positive drugs test.

The fighter failed two tests before April’s win over Devin Haney, which ended the latter’s unbeaten record.

GettyRyan Garcia is eyeing a move into UFC after being banned from boxing for a year[/caption]

GettyGarcia failed two drugs tests before beating Devin Haney, with the result now a no-contest[/caption]

That has now been restored, with the result declared a no-contest.

Garcia’s team maintain he is a “victim of substance contamination” after he declared his “retirement” on Thursday.

And after reaching a settlement with the New York Commission, Garcia will now be suspended for at least one year.

He will also hand back his share of the Haney contract worth around £900,000.

And Garcia has been fined £8,000 too.

But he now appears to be keen on moving into the octagon after firing a message to Dana White on social media.

Garcia boomed: “They took my victory away. I never f’ing cheat. F you!

“Take my victory away, add that on to the list of the s*** I’m already going through.

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“I’m ready for business. Get ready. I already ain’t give a f***. Run when you see me.

“I’m headed to the UFC. Dana I want my 50gs. For real Dana White hit me up.”

Following his suspension from boxing, Garcia’s camp released a statement defending the fighter.

It read: “Ryan Garcia was a victim of substance contamination, with levels measured in the billions and trillions of a gram, which provided no advantage whatsoever in the ring.

“Ryan, with his legal team, has resolved this issue and firmly maintains his truth: he never intentionally took any banned substance. It’s simply not in his nature.

“For many years, Ryan has voluntarily submitted to random testing, even during out-of-competition periods, and has never had any issues.

“He has maintained an impeccable and clean record throughout his career, significantly elevating and transcending the sport of boxing, earning respect and admiration from millions of fans worldwide.

“The fans will always remember his performance against Haney as a masterclass, and that will never be erased.

“Ryan will continue to elevate the sport and will be actively involved in advocating for reform. We hope future changes in our system will address issues like this one.

“We want to thank all of the fans who have continued to support Ryan, not only during the great moments but also through the difficult times that life brings.

“He will be back in the ring soon and better than ever!”

Ryan Garcia $1million crown

RYAN GARCIA wore a crown worth $1million for his ring walk before fighting Devin Haney.

The American boxer’s head gear caught the eye of boxing fans before and after his shock victory.

The 25-year-old headed to the ring draped in a white robe as he wore a diamond encrusted crown.

Holding 1kg of gold and over 400 carats of diamonds the crown was made by Texas-based jeweller The Ice Champ.

Garcia’s gown was also made up of 15,000 diamonds and took 10 days to create.

He also told TMZ before the bout: “He was like ‘let’s create something where the champ of the boxing world and the champ of the jewellery world connect and make something unique. We created a unique crown.”

My HOA fees are skyrocketing $50 a month but board won’t fix ‘crater’ in front of my house – they ‘can’t afford it’

Brandon Cruz — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 04:59:41 +0000

RESIDENTS of a homeowner’s association are growing increasingly frustrated over an unfixed sinkhole in their parking lot.

For over two years, homeowners have been dealing with an expanding sinkhole that began from a water leak.

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WBTVCarolyn Green, a resident of Mill Creek, says the HOA can’t afford to fix the problem[/caption]

WBTVRecords show the company hired by the HOA may have a shady financial past[/caption]

Several work orders have been filled out since the sinkhole started forming and cracking the concrete in 2022, but no permanent solutions have been made.

“They keep telling us they don’t have the money,” resident Carolyn Green told local CBS affiliate WBTV-TV.

The HOA claims to afford the repairs, they would need to take out a loan.

But residents can’t seem to understand how.

Homeowners living in the North Carolina Village at Mill Creek have seen their monthly dues skyrocket by roughly $50 per month since 2020, going from $186 our years ago to almost $250 per month now.

“The rates keep going up from the homeowners, but the services seem to be stagnant or disappearing,” homeowner Cyril Rosato said.

Rosato and his wife have been unable to use their parking space due to the crater, which is only getting worse due to water leaks from the pipes beneath the surface.

Residents have requested detailed financial records, which the HOA must provide by law.

However, they have only been given simplified budgets and expense sheets.

Despite submitting repair requests and receiving those simplified budgets, residents have not been given a detailed financial breakdown or cost estimates for the necessary repairs.

Like most HOAs, the Village at Mill Creek hires a management company to oversee its operations.

But Cusick Management, the company hired by the HOA to manage the community has links to individuals with shady records of business dealings.

One former employee of Cusick is currently facing charges for embezzling over $90,000 from the company in 2018.

Cusick also hired her after pleading guilty to stealing money from another company she worked for in 2015.

Another Cusick executive, who is currently listed as the company’s Vice President, pleaded guilty to three counts of conducting HUD fraud in 2013.

She was accused by prosecutors of artificially driving up home prices to inflate her profits and increase the amount required for a down payment.

What is an HOA?

One in five Americans live in an area with a Homeowners' Association - or HOA. But what exactly is it that they do?

An HOA is a homeowner’s association – an organization that aims to maintain a clean and cohesive place to live for its residents.
Entire neighborhoods, subdivisions, condominiums, family homes, or townhouses within “a planned development” will often make up an HOA.
They also act as a governing body for tenants, who run and fund the HOA through monthly fees.
Their principal aims are to keep the community functioning and visually appealing and to maintain property values.
They primarily focus on common areas of a neighborhood, such as roads, parks, and pools – but may also stipulate what residents can do with their properties, such as yards and driveways.
Often these restrictions enforce uniformity on properties, for example, ensuring most houses look the same and all driveways are clear of weeds.
An HOA rulebook of covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&R) is distributed to all residents, and an elected volunteer board of directors enforces these regulations.
Breaking these rules can result in penalties such as fines and even litigation – as most HOAs are incorporated and subject to state law.
HOAs are often the subject of controversy, with some members feeling that the rules are too punitive and restricting, or that the leadership has too much power.
But others like that HOAs give communities the power of self-governance, and can ensure a degree of harmony between residents.

Despite these revelations, the HOA’s attorney defended the management company’s performance, stating, “The Village at Mill Creek has received excellent, responsive, and highly ethical service from its management company.”

But residents do not agree in the slightest.

The attorney representing the HOA acknowledged the frustrating delays in repairs, attributing them to a lack of funds, and even blamed residents for their resistance to higher assessments.

“The repairs to Calpella Court are being pursued as quickly as Association funds allow,” the attorney said in a statement, noting that significant repairs require adequate funding, which may necessitate the HOA taking out a loan.

The situation at Mill Creek has drawn attention to broader issues with HOA governance in North Carolina.

The persistent sinkhole and rising fees have left the community feeling neglected and powerless, leaving many asking for legislative pressure to force HOAs to comply with the law.

North Carolina Representative Frank Iler says that current state laws are a patchwork of statutes that leave many homeowners uncertain about their rights.

He and other legislators are pushing for amendments to clarify HOA regulations and ensure greater transparency and accountability, and are even considering creating an HOA oversight committee as a permanent fixture to address ongoing and future concerns from residents.

The U.S. Sun has reached out to Mill Creek Townhomes Association and Cusick Management for comment.

Kevin Costner confirms he won’t be returning to ‘Yellowstone’ days after teasing future as he says show ‘changed’ him

Brandon Cruz — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 04:46:54 +0000

KEVIN Costner has officially announced he will not be returning to Yellowstone.

The actor, who is starring in a new movie releasing next week called Horizon: An American Saga, made it official that he won’t be returning to the beloved television series.

AlamyKevin Costner will not be returning to Yellowstone next season[/caption]

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Paramount NetworkBut the actor has his sights set on his upcoming film, An American Saga[/caption]

“I want to reach out and let you know that after this long year and a half of working on Horizon and doing all the things that’s required, and thinking about Yellowstone,” Costner said in an Instagram post.

“I just realized that I’m not going to be able to continue season five B or into the future,” the actor said.

“It was something that really changed me. I loved it,” he said about his experience filming the series.

“And I know you loved it. I just wanted to let you know that I won’t be returning and I love the relationship we’ve been able to develop,” he continued.

“And I’ll see you at the movies.”

On Thursday, Paramount announced the premiere date for the second half of the show’s fifth and final season, which is Sunday, November 10 at 8 pm Eastern time.

Although the announcement made no mention of Costner’s character, John Dutton, and what will be of that role in the second half of the season, that hasn’t stopped fans from searching for answers.

Fans have been seeking out recent interviews with Costner to see if would reveal anything about his character if he were to not return to the show.

But fans turned up close to nothing.

“I’ve always felt that It might be an interesting moment to come back and finish the mythology of this modern-day family,” he said to People magazine.

“And if that happens, I would step into it if I agreed with how it was being done.”

He also previously told Deadline that Yellowstone’s schedule kept being changed and would interfere with filming for Horizon: An American Saga.

Costner said he wanted to, but never shot the second half of season five because “there was no script, and then things imploded.”

He told the same thing to Today, where he explained his exit.

Kevin explained that after five years on the show, extensive delays in filming due to the pandemic, and scripts taking too long to finalize, he felt it was time to move on.

However, he also said if the show were to continue and he liked the story, he would consider going back in the future.

But last February, Deadline reported that Taylor Sheridan’s top-rated drama was looking to end.

The plan was to finish this signature show in a spectacular fashion and create a spin-off starring Matthew McConaughey.

Paramount has not released any information surrounding the spinoff.

American Pickers’ Mike Wolfe urges fans to ‘swing by’ his store – as frustrated viewers beg for ‘new episodes’

Caitlyn Hitt — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 04:43:32 +0000

AMERICAN Pickers star Mike Wolfe has called for fans to ‘swing by’ his shop amid calls for ‘new episodes’ of the History Channel show.

Antique Archaeology shared a clip from the reality show on Instagram.

History ChannelMike Wolfe urged American Pickers fans to visit his shop, Antique Archaeology[/caption]

Matt Symons - Commissioned by The US Sun Digital editionThe store teased a selection of items available for sale[/caption]

In the video, which was cut from an episode of American Pickers, Mike, 60, dug through a pool hall with its owners.

He came across an Eagle Beer Sign, which he was eager to own.

Many fans in the comments were equally excited about the pick, but others were focused on one thing: more picks.

The post caption read, “Who remembers the Eagle Beer Sign? Mike picks a pool hall teaming with hometown honey pieces.”

A fan responded in the comments, pleading for the show to return.

“Hell I can’t even remember when we got a new episode,” they wrote.

The shape shared another post earlier this week in which it teased even more cool items, all available in-house.

“A glimpse at just a few of our favorites in our LaClaire shop,” the caption began.

“Some new, a lot old, most days it’s hard to pick just one! Be sure to swing by and visit us or feel free to shop the link in our bio.”

WORTH THE WAIT

While Mike can’t deliver any new American Pickers episodes right now, he can share information about what’s to come and when.

He has been posting behind-the-scenes glimpses into the upcoming season of the show on social media.

On one of his posts, a commenter questioned when the show would return.

“When is the new American Pickers back on?” a fan wrote.

“October I think,” Mike replied.

His comment came on a snap he shared of him walking in a desert environment.

His back was to the camera, and he was walking toward an old car.

Mike had on an all-black outfit and held a cellphone in his hand.

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“@JeremyThomas You have managed to take one of the hottest shoots I’ve ever been on and make it even hotter!” he wrote.

“Loved having you on the crew buddy your work is incredible and you’re a beautiful human.”

BIG TEASE

The snap was one of many behind the scenes posts that Mike has shared with loyal viewers.

Earlier this week, he shared an Instagram video that showed his brother Robbie, 57, sitting in the front seat of a beat-up car.

The siblings appeared to be filming a beer promo of some sort, which some fans thought might be for the show.

“Hey, where’s my in-house lager?” Robbie asked producers.

A crew member then handed him a local beer.

“Hey, you forgot to say b***h,” Mike said off camera.

“House lager, b***h,” Robbie shouted in a second take.

“That’s the way it’s supposed to be,” he added.

Mike captioned his Instagram Story, “LagervilleUSA beer of choice while filming American Pickers.”

Season 25 of American Pickers ended earlier this year.

Mike and Robbie are currently working on the upcoming season.

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Jeremy M ThomasMike previously revealed that the show will return in October[/caption]

Instagram / Mike WolfeHe and Robbie Wolfe have been teasing fans with behind the scenes videos[/caption]

‘What’s up with that?’ rages Walmart customer finding half of registers closed – and open stations don’t even take cash

Jack Hobbs — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 04:41:40 +0000

A FUMING customer slammed the megastore for only having half of the registers open.

Walmart has faced an onslaught of anger online over its self-checkout machines and the lack of flesh and blood operators.

The drama is the latest in Walmart’s ongoing battle with customers

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Walmart has faced an onslaught of anger online over its self-checkout machines and the lack of flesh and blood operators

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“@Walmart why half the registers be closed at every location i go to??? and then half the registers be card only/no cash back,” Little Miss Pretty (@kalynwydd) wrote in a post on X, the social media site formerly known as Twitter.

“What’s up with that???”

Walmart’s customer service profile swiftly responded to the post.

“This is an experience we don’t want our customers having, Kalyn,” they wrote. “Can you send us a DM with more details about your experience?”

It is unclear if the user responded.

Walmart’s self-checkout machines have been the subject of several online rants.

One furious customer recently revealed that he left his cart in the middle of the store after realizing that the only way to check out was through the machines.

“I will not use self-checkout. I went to a Walmart that did not have a single breathing checker, only helpers in the self-check line,” Roger Douglass (@RogerDouglass83) wrote in a post on X.

“I left my buggy sitting there and walked out,” they concluded.

The post was in response to a social media thread asking users what the worst part of grocery shopping was.

Latest self-checkout changes

Retailers are evolving their self-checkout strategy in an effort to speed up checkout times and reduce theft.

Walmart shoppers were shocked when self-checkout lanes at various locations were made available only for Walmart+ members.

Other customers reported that self-checkout was closed during specific hours, and more cashiers were offered instead.

While shoppers feared that shoplifting fueled the updates, a Walmart spokesperson revealed that store managers are simply experimenting with ways to improve checkout performance.

One bizarre experiment included an RFID-powered self-checkout kiosk that would stop the fiercely contested receipt checks.

However, that test run has been phased out.

At Target, items are being limited at self-checkout.

Last fall, the brand surveyed new express self-checkout lanes across 200 stores with 10 items or less for more convenience.

As of March 2024, this policy has been expanded across 2,000 stores in the US.

“I won’t shop at a store that doesn’t have actual checkout people,” Paul (@pstarr779) responded.

“I don’t get paid to be a cashier. Fk Walmart,” he added scathingly.

Walmart has also come under fire for their receipt checkers.

Many customers slammed the megachain arguing if the company trusts them to scan their items, they shouldn’t have to double-check their receipts.

One customer refused to wait in line to leave the store after scanning their own items.

“I will not stop!” a shopper declared about receipt checks in a Facebook post.

“Either their employee rang up my stuff already and they don’t trust their own or most likely I did their job with no discount.

“I was watched on a camera and have a receipt. I am not standing in line to now leave the store.”

The user’s response was for a post that read, “You soft if you let them check your receipt at Walmart.”

Many customers slammed the megachain arguing if the company trusts them to scan their items, they shouldn’t have to double-check their receipts

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One customer refused to wait in line to leave the store after scanning their own items

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Walmart shopper vows ‘never’ again after she’s chased into parking lot for receipt check – store has gone ‘to the dogs’

Matthew Aquino — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 04:22:00 +0000

A WALMART shopper has vowed to avoid the retail giant after a recent nightmare experience with an employee.

After paying for items at the self-checkout, Teresa Hampton claimed she was followed outside and was asked to show her receipt several times.

GettyWalmart logo is seen at a store in Miami, Florida on May 2, 2024[/caption]

GettyDorit Askenazy checks the receipt after a shopping excursion for school supplies at Walmart[/caption]

“Went to Walmart in Weaverville today scanned all my stuff through the self-check the girls seen [sic] me scan all of my stuff start out the door and she follows me plum out into the parking lot wanting to see my receipt,” said Hampton on Facebook.

“I’ll never shop there again it’s got to be the sorriest Walmart around.”

Hampton called the store after the experience but claimed she continued to get hung up on.

“I keep getting hung up on this store has gone to the dogs,” Hampton said.

Other shoppers commented on the post to share their thoughts on the situation.

“If we have to scan our own stuff then why be checked by someone who didn’t,” wrote one shopper.

“I don’t know why they want to see it they have never looked through any of my bags when I hand it to them. It’s stupid,” raged another shopper.

“They have cameras on those self-checkouts they know if you pay, that’s stupid to stop people,” argued a third.

This isn’t the first time Walmart shoppers have complained about the receipt check policy.

In the past, customers have slammed the rule and said they felt like they were being treated like criminals.

For shoppers in most states, they are not legally required to show their receipts when asked while leaving Walmart.

However, in states like California, Florida, Illinois, New York, and Washington, customers are legally required to show their receipts when asked.

But if shoppers are suspected of theft and do not show their receipt the store would have probable cause to detain them until police arrive.

Some customers may not have to deal with the predicament Hampton did as certain Walmart locations are getting rid of self-checkouts.

Certain locations are making the change to improve customer experience following complaints of long lines and wait times.

Top 5 receipt checking tips from a lawyer

Camron Dowlatshahi, a Los Angeles attorney, spoke to The U.S. Sun about receipt checks and customer's rights and options when it came to being asked to show your receipt.

There has been a lot of debate around the legality of a retailer asking to see your receipt, but if it is within the store, it is completely legal. “There’s seemingly nothing illegal about that. You’re still on the company’s premises and their reason to do it is to prevent thefts,” Dowlatshahi confirms.
However, if they are chasing you out of the store, that changes things, Dowlatshahi said. “Location matters,” he explained. “If you’re outside of the store you’re in the parking lot and they come and start accusing you of theft and that you have to show your receipt, I think that’s a bit of a different situation because now you’re on your way.”
While customers are allowed to say no to receipt checks, it may cause issues if you do and the store suspects you of stealing. “You can say no, maybe it creates an unnecessary hassle for yourself because now you may have the police come to your house and follow up,” said Dowlatshahi.
If you are being barred from leaving a store because you refused a receipt check, you could have a legal case — but the store must have held you for a long time. “Let’s say it’s for hours, that’s certainly false imprisonment, and they didn’t have any impetus for doing so,” Dowlatshahi explained. “If a customer has been emotionally traumatized by being held for false imprisonment, I would definitely encourage [them] to sue.”
“I would say, show your receipt,” he concluded. “It’s just a really simple thing to do. If you didn’t steal anything, it’s relatively simple to do,” the lawyer advised.

(According to Camron Dowlatshahi, a founding partner at Mills Sadat Dowlat LLP)

“We believe the change will improve the in-store shopping experience and give our associates the chance to provide more personalized and efficient service,” Walmart spokesperson Brian Little told Business Insider.

“We continually look at ways to provide our customers with the best shopping experience and that includes adjusting the checkout area in stores,” Walmart spokesperson Josh Havens said to Business Insider in September 2023.

At this time two Walmart locations in New Mexico have already removed their self-checkout kiosk with plans for a third to follow suit.

Family YouTubers Wolfie and Sylvia announce their engagement in adorable video as fans say they’re ‘tearing up’ at news

Brandon Cruz — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 04:21:04 +0000

POPULAR YouTube star Wolfie, known off-screen as Charles Raynor, proposed to his longtime girlfriend and fellow influencer Sylvia Gani.

The proposal, which took place yesterday, has sent waves of excitement across social media platforms.

Instagram / sylviaganiYouTubers Sylvia Gani and Wolfie announced their engagement in an Instagram video[/caption]

Instagram / sylviaganiThe couple has been together for over 10 years, or 3,787, according to Wolfie[/caption]

Instagram / sylviaganiFans were left crying in the comments and eager to know what is next for the bride and groom to be[/caption]

The couple got engaged in an Instagram video posted on Wolfie’s page on Wednesday.

In the video, the two can be seen looking out from a beautiful terrace with a breathtaking view of the ocean and mountains.

“My girlfriend has no idea I’m about to propose,” the video starts, capturing the anticipation and excitement of the moment.

He begins by telling Sylvia to look at the camera and then asks her if she knows how many days they’ve been together.

He then informs her that it has been a total of 3,787 days, just over 10 years together.

After expressing their love for each other, Wolfie says he wants to make this moment special for her.

Now realizing what is about to happen, Sylvia starts laughing, which causes Wolfie to start laughing too.

He then drops to one knee and asks her to marry him.

An emotional Sylvia also drops to her knees and says yes.

WHO ARE WOLFIE AND SYLVIA GANI?

Wolfie, whose real name is Charles Raynor, is a Canadian YouTube sensation born on June 15, 1993.

He first gained fame under the moniker WolfieRaps, part of a group called Clout Gang.

He is best known for his comedic sketches, parodies, and entertaining vlogs, which have garnered him millions of followers and subscribers across social media.

Wolfie has maintained a significant presence in the influencer community.

His now fiancé, Sylvia Gani, was born on October 16, 1994.

She is a renowned beauty and lifestyle vlogger with millions of followers as well.

Her YouTube channel features makeup tutorials, fashion tips, and personal vlogs.

Wolfie and Sylvia’s relationship began in the mid-2010s and quickly became a fan-favorite narrative on YouTube.

The couple frequently appeared in each other’s videos, sharing everything from playful pranks to heartfelt moments.

Wolfie took steps to rebuild his reputation and personal life, while Sylvia maintained her positive online presence, expanding her brand and content.

In early 2023, after a period of personal growth and reconciliation, the couple publicly announced that they had rekindled their relationship.

Their reunion was met with overwhelming support from fans who had hoped to see them back together.

FANS REACT

The proposal was met with an outpouring of support and joy from fans across social media.

Followers of both influencers expressed their happiness and excitement, celebrating the couple’s journey.

“IM BAWLING,” read one comment.

“I watched you both on YouTube when you’d only been together for months to a year and now this,” the post continued.

“10 years of watching you guys and waiting for this day,” said another.

“This is soooo beautiful, OMG,” wrote someone else, saying she was tearing up watching the video.

Fans are now eagerly awaiting for more updates and moments from the couple.

Boston Celtics star Al Horford in new career change as he shocks shoppers just days after winning NBA Finals

Anthony Wood — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 03:33:33 +0000

BOSTON Celtics star Al Horford has started his offseason by trying his hand at a new career.

Two days after winning his first NBA Championship, Horford surprised fans at a local Raising Canes.

GettyAl Horford won the 2024 NBA Finals on Monday with the Boston Celtics[/caption]

Instagram/RaisingcanesOn Thursday, Horford stopped by a local Raising Canes for a shift[/caption]

Instagram/RaisingcanesHorford tried his hands at taking and giving out orders as well as cooking[/caption]

Arriving decked out in the fast food chain’s attire, Horford was met by droves of cheering Celtics fans.

Once inside, he dove right in, taking and distributing orders to hungry patrons, and even heading for the kitchen to work the fryers.

“I know a few things about baskets,” Horford joked in an Instagram video.

He also took the opportunity to sign autographs and pose for photos with many of his adoring fans.

“We play basketball for the Celtics, but we understand we represent much more,” Horford explained.

“I’m just very proud to be able to bring a championship to Boston.”

Horford also spoke with reporters while at the restaurant, opening up on what it meant to him to be the first Dominican-born player to win the title.

“That fills me with a lot of pride…a lot of joy,” he explained.

“My dad being the first Dominican player to ever play in the NBA, and for me to get to this point and this moment, I understand that I represent more than myself and my family.

“There’s not only a country over there but a community here.

“The community here is very strong in Boston and Massachusetts, and I know people here are very happy.

“I’m happy to be able to bring them that joy and hopefully be able to inspire younger kids to do different things in their lives.”

As for celebrating the title, Horford’s trip to Raising Canes was just the beginning.

The Celtics’ duck boat parade is scheduled to take place on Friday.

Starting at 11am ET, it will commence on Causeway Street by the TD Garden, ending up by the Hynes Convention Center on Boylston Street, according to the City.

What the new TV deal means for the NBA?

By The U.S. Sun's Assistant Sports Editor Damian Burchardt.

THE new TV rights deal is promising to be a humongous win for NBA players.

The league is set to more than double the revenue coming from its media partners, pocketing about $6.9 billion per year, which will inevitably lead to a huge salary cap spike in 2025-26.

That is going to send the value of player contracts skyrocketing.

Projected figures suggest we might see the first $100 million-per-year deal being signed soon.

Currently, Boston Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown is projected to earn the highest single-season salary in NBA history, collecting $65.1 million in 2028-29.

It does feel like basketball fans would be on the losing side of the fight if the NBA and TNT indeed parted ways, though.

Inside the NBA is a one-of-a-kind sports entertainment show, as evidenced by ESPN’s ongoing failure to come up with its own version of the program in recent years.

The NBA won’t be the same without Kenny and Ernie trying to make sense of Shaq and Chuck’s never-ending bickering every Tuesday night.

“I think it’s going to be electric,” Horford said of the parade.

Thankfully for fans, Friday seemingly won’t be the final time they’ll see Horford in Celtics gear.

“Al is coming back for next year,” Celtics owner Wyc Grousbeck said on WEEI’s The Greg Hill Show.

“That’s what I’ve been told.”

The 2024-2025 season would be Horford’s 18th in the NBA since he was drafted third overall in 2007.

Trad wife influencer Nara Smith called out for ‘stealing’ video ideas as critics post ‘receipts’ of previous messages

Jack Hobbs — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 03:31:33 +0000

INFLUENCER Nara Smith has been accused of stealing another content creator’s content.

The so-called “Trad wife” influencer, who is based in the US, was recently accused of stealing content from a fellow creator Onezwa Mbola, who lives in South Africa.

Mbola stated that Smith’s videos were altered just enough for Smith to claim that she was not infringing on her own content

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The German influencer, who is based in the US, was recently accused of allegedly stealing content from content creator Onezwa Mbola, who still lives in South Africa

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Smith promptly denied the charge and claimed not to have ever engaged with Mbola’s content

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According to several eagle-eyed fans, Smith’s content began to eerily mirror Mbola’s.

Mbola later addressed her fan’s concerns.

In a video uploaded to a different account, Mbola stated that she was annoyed that an unnamed female influencer had been stealing her content.

Mbola stated that Smith’s videos were altered just enough for Smith to claim that she was not infringing on her own content.

According to the content creator, once she took a break from TikTok, the US influencer then began allegedly stealing ideas from her YouTube.

” I have kept quiet for months,” Mbola stated adding that she would only vent about the situation to her close friends and boyfriend.

The social media influencer revealed that those closest to her have urged her to keep quiet as they feared Smith’s fans would attempt to cancel her.

Mbola stated that she would have been ok with Smith allegedly copying her videos, however, in South Africa, content creators are not paid for page views.

Since the video went viral with 2.2 million views, Smith promptly denied the charge, and claimed not to have ever engaged with Mbola’s content.

Despite the claim, One internet sleuth quickly found one interaction where Smith had commented on one of Mbola’s videos saying that her content “is so inspiring.”

Who are Nara Smith and Onezwa Mbola?

Find a brief explanation of who both TikTok influecners are

Nara Smith

Born in South Africa in 2001, Nara Smith rose to fame when she began modeling at 14 years old after she was discovered through the “We Love Your Genes” campaign of IMG Models.

Smith further gained notoriety when she began doing TikToks in both German and English

She began going viral between late 2023 and early 2024 on TikTok and other social media platforms for posting “tradwife” content by cooking elaborate meals for her family from scratch while wearing designer clothing.

Smith also managed to gain notoriety for her interest in unique baby names.

Onezwa Mbola

Mbola, who is also based in South Africa, is a content creator who appeared in the fourth season of Masterchef Africa.

The former television star recently started her own line of food products named eMandulo.

According to Mbola, she manages to source all of her own ingredients by growing them.

The Tiktok star says the love for food runs in her family, but for her, it only began after her mother’s passing.

“Oh Nara Smith, the liar you are,” read the post on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter.

The post has drawn mixed reactions online.

“I love how people on the internet are trying so so hard to find a reason to hate Nara Smith,” one person said in response to the tweet.

“It’s all coming from women as well I ain’t seen a single man hate on her. Not shocked.”

“They can never make me like you, Nara Smith,” said a second person.

“There’s literally zero similarities between their content, y’all need to be so serious and leave that lady alone,” defended a third person.

“Libras lol this is why I slander them. Nara is cool but you can only trust her as far as you can throw her,” a fourth quipped.

According to Mbola, Smith has taken things to the next step by allegedly threatening to sue her for defamation of character.

According to Mbola, Smith has taken things to the next step by allegedly threatening to sue her for defamation of character

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Celtics star Svi Mykhailiuk says ‘I’m just trying to bring joy back’ to war-ravaged Ukraine after winning NBA Finals

Damian Burchardt — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 02:54:42 +0000

THE 2024 NBA Finals victory had a whole different level of importance for Svi Mykhailiuk.

While trying to deliver for the roaring TD Garden crowd and most of New England, the Boston Celtics wing also represented Europe’s second-largest country in the title series with the Dallas Mavericks.

GettyThe 2024 NBA Finals win was a particularly special moment for Boston Celtics sharpshooter Svi Mykhailiuk[/caption]

GettyMykhailiuk (left) told The U.S. Sun he was hoping to win the championship to ‘bring joy back’ to his native Ukraine, which has been invaded by Russia[/caption]

GettyMykhailiuk won the title in his first season with the Celtics[/caption]

The country is Ukraine, which has been defending itself against Russia‘s devastating full-scale invasion since February 2022.

The bloody conflict took an estimated 40,000 Ukrainian lives in the first two years.

A quarter of them were civilians, according to a report by the United Nations Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine.

Russia’s offensive in the eastern regions and missile strikes that had hit targets across the entire country forced nearly 6.5 million Ukrainians to flee the country, per the UN.

Meanwhile, about 14.6 million found themselves in need of humanitarian assistance.

No wonder that Mykhailiuk, 27, felt extra pressure during Boston’s championship run, knowing that the triumph would put a smile on quite a few faces in his homeland.

“As everybody knows, there’s a war back home,” the 6-foot-7 shooting guard tells The U.S. Sun after the Celtics claimed their 18th NBA title in Game 5 of the Finals.

“I’m just trying to make my people proud and trying to bring joy back home.”

Mykhailiuk – who sported his country’s flag during the trophy ceremony – has become only the second Ukrainian to win an NBA title, following in the footsteps of ex-Los Angeles Lakers forward Slava Medvedenko.

Just like in Medvedenko’s case, the sharpshooter’s path to the NBA led through Los Angeles too with the Lakers selecting the Cherkasy native out of Kansas in the second round of the 2018 draft.

They traded him away during his rookie season, though, starting Mykhailiuk’s years-long search for a new home that saw him play for five different teams before signing with the Celtics last summer.

The Ukrainian caught Boston’s attention after a strong 19-game run with the Charlotte Hornets in the second part of 2022-23, during which he averaged 10.6 points while clocking 22.5 minutes per game.

His playing time inevitably dropped while on the stacked C’s team.

NBA Finals schedule

Thur 6 June - Game 1 - Dallas Mavericks 89-107 Boston Celtics

Sun 9 June – Game 2 – Dallas Mavericks 98-105 Boston Celtics

Wed 12 June – Game 3 – Boston Celtics 106-99 Dallas Mavericks

Fri 14 June – Game 4 – Boston Celtics 84-122 Dallas Mavericks

Mon 17 June – Game 5 – Dallas Mavericks 88-106 Boston Celtics

(Boston Celtics won 4-1)

Still, Mykhailiuk proved to be a reliable role player, logging 4.0 points and 1.2 rebounds while shooting 38.9% from 3 in 41 regular-season appearances.

The Ukrainian says he doesn’t yet know what the future holds after his one-year deal with the Celtics expires this summer.

But he says he likes it here in New England, as one would coming out of a championship photoshoot with the Larry O’Brien trophy.

“Man, it’s amazing,” Mykhailiuk says when asked what it feels like to be an NBA champ.

“I’ve been in the league six years.

“It’s the best team I’ve been on. Best organization.”

“It’s just a great experience. Surreal. Surreal.”

Rickwood Field bosses ‘maintained the magic’ in refurb of historic MLB park when stadium had fallen into disrepair

Anthony Wood — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 02:29:42 +0000

HISTORIC Rickwood Field has undergone a long-overdue restoration ahead of the MLB’s arrival.

The oldest surviving professional baseball stadium in the country, Rickwood Field was first constructed in 1910.

GettyRickwood Field is a historic stadium in Birmingham, Alabama[/caption]

Rickwood.comIt was constructed in 1914 at a cost of $75,000[/caption]

APIt was recently renovated ahead of an MLB game to be held in tribute to the Negro Leagues[/caption]

The venue was first designed to house the Birmingham Barons, with the intention of their owner, Rick Woodward, for it to be “The Finest Minor League Ballpark Ever,” as per their website.

Able to seat 5,000 fans, the stadium was only the fifth built from concrete and steel for use in baseball and consisted of a layout similar to that of Philadelphia’s Shibe Park, the MLB explains.

Built at a cost of $75,000, the stadium wound up playing host to the Barons for 78 years, until they moved to the newly built Hoover Metropolitan Stadium.

The Barons occasionally return for one-off games at Rickwood.

It was also the home of the Negro League’s Birmingham Black Barons throughout the entirety of the team’s 40-year existence, beginning in 1920.

Since the departures of both the Barons and the Black Barons, the stadium wound up falling into disrepair by the early 1990s.

Fears of its potential demolition were prevalent, however, it was Hollywood that spurred the beginning of the ballpark’s rejuvenation.

The 1994 movie Cobb, depicting the life of Hall of Famer Ty Cobb, was filmed at the stadium after local fundraising brought it “to a level where the film could be done,” as per the chairman of the board of the Friends of Rickwood, Gerald Watkins in an interview with USA Today.

Fast forward three decades and Rickwood Field would receive a new lease on life with the MLB’s decision to host a game between the St. Louis Cardinals and the San Francisco Giants at the ground in tribute to the Negro Leagues on June 20.

MLB field consultant Murray Cook, who first visited the stadium in 2022, described it as “a really unique, cool place.”

However, in order for it to be considered MLB-ready, it needed significant work.

“The big challenge with Rickwood was to ensure we maintained the magic and history of the venue,” Cook said.

This history includes 182 future Hall of Famers who all graced the stadium with their presence.

Players such as Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Mickey Mantle, Yogi Berra, and Willie Mays – who started his career with the Black Barons – all made appearances at Rickwood, as per Alabama News Center.

The mixture of weeds and grass left the field as “a rec-level,” adding that “the dugouts were like bunkers.”

ReutersThe Black Barons were disbanded in 1960, with the Barons leaving the ballpark in 1988[/caption]

Cook also noted the bizarre toll 100 years’ worth of chalk had taken on the foul likes.

“This made the line literally a foot higher than the field on either side of it,” he explained.

The dugouts, backstop, foul poles, and fencing were all replaced, while two feet of the playing surface were excavated, with a modern drainage system and field put in its place.

Temporary structures were put in place outside the stadium to house locker rooms and media facilities, while temporary lighting and a large screen have also been brought in for the game.

As for the stadium itself, they ensured not to add anything to the main structure.

GettyIt was previously the home of both the Birmingham Barons and the Birmingham Black Barons[/caption]

APMany of the stadium’s historic features remain[/caption]

GettyThe MLB opted to keep the ballpark’s historic look during the renovation[/caption]

APBoth former and current players paid tribute to Hall of Famer Willie Mays ahead of Thursday’s game[/caption]

Family Feud host Steve Harvey asks ‘what the hell happened?’ after contestant breaks protocol on stage

Ashley Gale — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 02:28:10 +0000

FAMILY Feud host Steve Harvey has been left speechless after what a contestant recently did on stage.

On Thursday’s episode of the popular US game show, the Nelon family faced off with returning champs the Ham family.

Family FeudA recent Family Feud contestant had host Steve Harvey asking, ‘What the hell?’[/caption]

Family FeudOn Thursday’s episode, the Ham family continued their journey on the hit game show[/caption]

Family FeudSteve announced them as the winners of their third game as they played Fast Money[/caption]

By the end, Steve, 67, declared the Ham family as winners of their third game.

Since they won, the family got to choose two players for the Fast Money round of Family Feud.

The first member of the Ham family to play was Katie.

She had to answer five questions in under 20 seconds.

Luckily for Katie, she finished her round with 189 points.

All the family needed was 11 more points to win the grand prize of $20,000.

SHOCKED STEVE

Next up, Molly had to answer the same five questions as fast as she could in under 25 seconds.

As the player walked to the middle of the stage, she was full of energy as she was seemingly excited for her turn.

While standing next to the TV personality, Molly screamed, clapped, and jumped up and down as the audience laughed.

In response, Steve stared at the contestant with a confused look.

“What the hell happened to this family?” he questioned.

Steve then asked a follow-up question, “Where did this come from?”

After Molly’s fun, she toned it down by getting to answer the questions quickly in hopes of gaining just a few more points.

The Ham family won the game and walked home with $20,000 as the large group jumped and hugged each other.

More about Steve Harvey

Steve Harvey was born on January 17, 1957, in Welch, West Virginia. He is the host of Family Feud, The Steve Harvey Morning Show, and comedy court series Judge Steve Harvey.

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They will continue their journey on the next episode of Family Feud.

STEVE’S CONFESSION

This isn’t the first time the contestant Molly has caused a stir on the game show.

Earlier this week, she told Steve that she works as a lunch lady.

Family FeudMolly was the second contestant to gain 11 more points for her family to win $20,000[/caption]

Steve asked, “You the lunch lady?!” to which Angie confirmed her day job.

This led to Steve making a huge confession on TV.

“Girl! You know how many lunch ladies I was in love with?” he joked.

After their hilarious conversation, Steve was introduced to Molly’s family: Angie, Katie, Aunt Julie, and Uncle Jack.

Family FeudOnce she came out on stage, she was full of energy[/caption]

Family FeudSteve watched as she screamed, jumped, and clapped[/caption]

Family FeudWith a blank expression, Steve questioned, ‘What the hell happened to this family?’[/caption]

The Bold and the Beautiful’s Matthew Atkinson says fans will be ‘shocked’ over ‘large change’ when he returns to show

Caitlyn Hitt — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 02:11:10 +0000

THE Bold and the Beautiful star Matthew Atkins has teased a big change ahead for his character Thomas.

Fans of the soap opera have been awaiting his return since March.

CBSThe Bold and the Beautiful star Matthew Atkinson teased a big change for his character, Thomas[/caption]

GettyThe actor has been away from the show since March[/caption]

Matthew, 35, opened up about his impending return to The Bold and the Beautiful in an interview with Soap Opera Digest.

During his time away from the show, circumstances changed dramatically, and viewers speculate that this will impact his character.

The biggest twist that has fans buzzing is that Hope (Annika Noelle) appears to be interested in another man – namely Finn (Tanner Novlan), who is married to Thomas’ sister.

Matthew weighed in on the potential drama ahead but was careful not to say too much.

“From Thomas’ point of view, he knows nothing about it, and so maybe that helps my point of view,” he told the outlet.

“I’ll just say I know nothing about it. But yeah, there have definitely been some interesting changes [while] Thomas was out of town.”

He added that The bold and the Beautiful teasing a link between Hope and Finn is “nothing that I wouldn’t necessarily expect.”

“If I was going to draw out a few things that the show might try, that would be one of them,” he added.

While he stayed mum on many of the details, he did tease something big to come.

“Thomas has had one particular very large change in his life since he left down,” he revealed.

“And when he comes back, it is something that shocks everyone.”

Viewers will have to tune in and see what that big change is.

EXCITING CHANGE

Matthew had some exciting changes in his personal life as well.

Cast of The Bold and the Beautiful

The Bold and the Beautiful has been on air since 1987, and has hosted many stars over the course of its long run.

Matthew Atkinson – Thomas Forrester

Kimberlin Brown – Sheila Carter

Scott Clifton – Liam Spencer

Delon de Metz – Zende Forrester Dominguez

Don Diamont – Bill Spencer Jr.

Joshua Hoffman – R.J. Forrester

Sean Kanan – Deacon Sharpe

Thorsten Kaye – Ridge Forrester

Katherine Kelly Lang – Brooke Logan Forrester

John McCook – Eric Forrester

Annika Noelle – Hope Logan Spencer

Tanner Novlan – John Finnegan

Romy Park – Poppy Nozawa

Lawrence Saint-Victor – Carter Walton

Heather Tom – Katie Logan

Diamond White – Paris Buckingham

Jacqueline MacInnes Wood – Steffy Forrester Finnegan

Lisa Yamada – Luna Nozawa

The actor married Brytnee Ratledge in November 2023.

He talked about married life in his interview with Digest.

“It’s fantastic. Oh, being married is so awesome,” he gushed.

“It helps having the most wonderful wife in the world, but year, it’s amazing.”

While he was off from The bold and the Beautiful, he and his wife did “a lot of travel, a lot of being married and having fun and going to play with the dog at the park.”

He added, “And we actually went [on] a trip [of a lifetime] that we both always wanted to do, which is going to Ireland, Scotland and England. So we took off and spent a couple of weeks over there.

“We’ve just been moving and grooving.”

BOLD NEW ADDITIONS

In addition to the Thomas-Hope storyline ahead, fans can expect some exciting new faces.

The Bold and the Beautiful cast Crew Morrow, son of The Young and the Restless star Joshua Morrow, to play Will Spencer.

Crew will take over for Finnegan George, 14.

Will is the son of Katie Logan (Heather Tom) and Bill Spencer (Don Diamont).

The character was last seen on the series in 2020 at the age of 10, and now viewers will get to see a grown up version of him on the show.

Crew started filming new episodes on June 14, according to Deadline.

This is the teen actor’s first major TV role.

GettyFans are eager for him to return so they can find out what happens with Hope[/caption]

GettyMatthew was careful not to reveal too much about The Bold and the Beautiful[/caption]

GettyIn addition to new drama, fans can expect new faces on the soap opera[/caption]

Who is Nara Smith’s husband, Lucky Blue Smith, and how many kids do they have?

Yara Palin — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 01:50:05 +0000

NARA SMITH has gained a following on TikTok for her homemade recipes.

She shares videos on the platform where she prepares meals from scratch for her husband and their kids.

INSTAGRAM/Lucky Blue SmithLucky Blue Smith and Nara Smith pose for a photo together in 2024[/caption]

Who is Nara Smith?

Nara Smith is a TikTok content creator with over seven million followers on the platform.

She typically shares videos of the elaborate homemade meals she prepares for her family.

Nara was born in 2001, in South Africa, where her mother is from, but grew up in Frankfurt, Germany, where her father is from.

In a TikTok, Nara revealed that she signed with a modeling agency at the age of 14 and moved to Los Angeles when she was 18.

Who is Nara Smith’s husband, Lucky Blue Smith?

The model and influencer married her husband on February 21, 2020. His name is Lucky Blue Smith and he’s also a model.

He is represented by IMG Models and has over three million followers on Instagram.

In a TikTok, Nara revealed that she met Lucky in Los Angeles through their modeling careers.

On their wedding day, Nara shared a video of her in her wedding gown jumping into the arms of her groom.

She paired the video with the caption, “the boy who stole my heart… I married my best friend today.”

Instagram/naraaziza/luckybsmithNara Smith and Lucky Blue Smith embrace in a photo together[/caption]

How many kids do Nara Smith and Lucky Blue Smith have?

Nara and Lucky Blue Smith have welcomed several children throughout their marriage.

Their first child is daughter Rumble Honey Smith and their second child is their son Slim Easy Smith.

In April 2024, they announced the birth of their daughter Whimsy Lou Smith.

Lucky also welcomed a daughter, Gravity Blue, from his previous relationship with model Stormi Bree.

Jeopardy! fans point out third player ‘100 percent’ should have won clash with Survivor alum and Adriana Harmeyer

Darian Lusk — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 01:12:45 +0000

JEOPARDY! viewers are still in shock over Survivor alum Drew Basile’s win over 15-day champ Adriana Harmeyer- but realized a mind-boggling extra layer.

The third contestant in the upset of all upsets on Wednesday would have won instead if she had only wagered a bit smarter.

Jeopardy!Survivor’s Drew Basile beat Adriana Harmyer (left) and Tekla Sauter (right)[/caption]

Jeopardy!However, if Tekla had gone all-in on this ‘intelligentsia’ Daily Double, she would have won[/caption]

Jeopardy!Tekla was the only player to get Final correct as ‘Polo’ as fans realized the upset nearly went her way instead[/caption]

Adriana faced Drew and Tekla Sauter to try for her 16th straight win on June 19, having amassed $349,600 so far.

The archivist from West Lafayette, Indiana, was the shoo-in favorite to win and would have been tied for the 10th-longest streak in Jeopardy! history.

So it was quite a shock when Drew, the first Survivor contestant to compete on the game show – dominated the game.

In Double Jeopardy!, the torch-snuffing moment came when Drew found the second Daily Double and fearlessly wagered $10,000.

He wound up winning in a runway fashion where FInal Jeopardy didn’t matter.

However, Tekla could have won the game- and nearly did.

She found the last Daily Double, and at the time, she had $6400 to his $23,600 and Adriana’s $9300.

She opted to bet $3000 instead of going all-in.

If she had, she would still be in contention for Final Jeopardy, which only she got correct as “Polo.”

In other words, Tekla’s Daily Double wager was the only reason she wasn’t the giant killer instead of Drew.

‘SHOCKINGLY BAD WAGER’

Fans on Reddit realized that Tekla was actually quite close to winning the game- barring her wagering mistake.

“I know the headline is the giantslayer, and yet I can’t stop thinking about that last Daily Double wager,” one fan began.

“At that point in the game, with not many clues left on the board, trailing the leader significantly, what is the merit of only betting $3000?

“If you get it wrong, you’re dead in the water anyway, so you might as well go big to try to get in striking distance.

“And if Tekla had done that, she probably wins, seeing how FJ turned out. It always hurts me a little inside to see such knowledgeable players fumble away a chance at winning.

Other fans agreed that while this wasn’t the way the game was billed, Tekla could be the champ instead.

“Yeah, that was a shockingly bad wager. Definitely wasn’t understanding the situation and it ended up costing her the game,” another wrote.

“If she made the correct wager, she 100% wins,” wrote a third.

“Given the opportunity to be a giant killer, and the time of the wager in the game, it has to be a top 10 all time poor wager. Not quite Cliff Claven but close.)” wrote a fourth.

‘GIANT KILLER!’

Instead, Drew had an uncatchable lead going into Final Jeopardy at $23,600, Tekla at $10,600, and Adriana had $9,300.

Tekla was the only one correct with “Polo,” finishing with $18,601.

Drew dropped $118 to win with $23,482, clapping in excitement.

“As Alex Trebek used to say, we have a Giant Killer on our hands, rarely as giant as this!” Ken Jennings exclaimed. “Congrats Drew on the big win!”

The camera cut to Adriana, who took a deep, disappointed sigh.

Ken added, “Adriana Harmeyer, of course, leaves us after 15 wins.”

“That’s the 11th-longest streak in Jeopardy! history, we’ll be seeing you again in the Tournament of Champions. Congratulations.”

Drew and Adriana then had an awkward interaction; he motioned to shake her hand, and she lifted hers to congratulate him but put it back down.

They then made eye contact again and finally sternly shook hands.

Drew proved his upset win was no fluke, winning his second match on Thursday for a two-day total of $33,282.

‘HATERS HAVE CALLED ME KNOW-IT-ALL’

Drew was announced as a Jeopardy! contestant last month.

The 22-year-old immediately praised his intellect on Survivor and also did so after being booted from the top six.

“I’m one of the smartest people you’ve ever had on Survivor. Now, I don’t say that to brag. I say that factually,” he told Parade.

“I’m a great talker. I can sell, sell, sell. So I thought that those attributes would set me up pretty well in any Final Three combinations.”

The Ivy League grad student, the youngest of his season, used his trivia knowledge in every Tribal Council confessional.

Drew would use history, philosophy, and other random topics to weave his experiences on the island and his mindset in the game into long soliloquies.

Currently getting his Masters at Oxford in England, he also won a national trivia event in 2019.

That said, he actually was quite a savvy player on Survivor and if he had undersold his wit, he could have even won.

“Yeah I found him kinda arrogant on the show,” one user posted when it was announced he’d be on Jeopardy! last month.

Another wrote, “Drew is a top 5 survivor player for me. I freaking love Omar and Juveria. I’m freaking ecstatic.”

“The haters have called me a know-it-all,” Drew wrote on Instagram, announcing his appearance. “It’s time to prove them right.”

Drew isn’t the only Jeopardy! champ with a Surivor connection.

Juveria Zaheer is the older sister of Omar Zaheer, who competed on Survivor 42 in 2022. Juveria won the Second Chance tournament and Champions Wildcard, winning $100,000.

ADRIANA’S RECORD RUN

Meanwhile, Adriana first arrived on May 31’s episode and has plenty to be proud of as Season 40’s first super-champion.

She was the first 10-day-plus winner in nearly two years, the previous being 13-day champ Ray LaLonde.

Adriana outlasted Ray and had the longest streak since 21-day champ Cris Pannullo in fall 2022.

However, Adriana plays nothing like Cris, who went a vicious 48/49 out of 66 Daily Doubles.

Instead, Adriana used an old-school strategy that set her apart from all other streakers in the post-Holzhauer era.

She is a rare, top-down player who refuses to hunt for Daily Doubles.

She’s only found 14 of the 45 hidden clues in her streak, and she doesn’t bounce across the board to find them.

She relied on pure knowledge, going an astounding 92% correct on clues overall and 13/16 on Final Jeopardy.

The other qualifiers for the next Tournament of Champions (all female) are five-day winners Alison Betts and Dr. Amy Hummel and Celebrity Jeopardy!’s Lisa Ann Walter.

That said, with four wins, Grant DeYoung and Amar Kakirde will likely join in as well.

Jeopardy! airs at 7 pm Eastern on ABC – check your local listings.

Jeopardy!Instead, Drew Basile won the game as Jeopardy! fans know all too well[/caption]

Jeopardy!Adriana Harmeyer will be in the next Tournament of Champions[/caption]

Jeopardy!Adriana and Drew exchanged an awkward handshake after the shock episode[/caption]

General Election 2024 LIVE: Political big hitters weigh in as Rishi & Keir Starmer hammered by voters in TV special

Henry Moore — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:48:00 +0000

RISHI Sunak was savaged on the Tory betting scandal last night as both he and Sir Keir Starmer faced the wrath of voters in a TV grilling.

In his first remarks on the gambling row engulfing his party, the PM said: “When I found out, I was incredibly angry. Incredibly angry.

“If anyone has broken the rules they should face the full face of the law, and that’s what these investigations are there to do.”

Both wannabe PMs are fielding questions from a live BBC audience along with the Lib Dems’ Sir Ed Davey and the SNP’s John Swinney.

The Labour leader was pressed by the audience for supporting for his disastrous predecessor Jeremy Corbyn at the last two elections.

He insisted he never thought the left-winger would win – but it did not wash with much of the audience who at one point laughed.

And retorted: “Look, he would be a better prime minister… look what we got, we got Boris Johnson. I didn’t think we were in a position to win that election”.

Sir Keir also refused to put a number on the level of migration he wants to see – saying: “Every single politician who has put a number on it has never met that number.”

Both Mr Sunak and Sir Keir will be put through their paces by Sun readers in a live showdown next Monday.

Read our live blog below for the latest news and updates…

Stephen A. Smith mocked by his First Take replacement Udonis Haslem as ex-NBA star slams ‘most entitled sports fanbase’

Anthony Wood — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:41:14 +0000

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith found himself being mocked by his First Take replacement on Thursday.

Filling in for 56-year-old Smith was three-time NBA Champion and Miami Heat legend Udonis Haslem.

X/FirstTakeNBA legend Udonis Haslem (left) mocked Stephen A. Smith (right) on First Take[/caption]

ESPNHaslem jokingly compared Smith’s entrances into NBA arenas to the walk of All in the Family’s George Jefferson[/caption]

Currently the Heat’s vice president of basketball development, Haslem retired from the NBA in 2023 after 20 years with Miami.

He was joined on Thursday’s show by host Molly Qerim, as well as guests Monica McNutt, Kimberley A. Martin, and Damien Woody.

During the show, Haslem was asked by Qerim which fan base he felt was “the most entitled.”

The 44-year-old wasted no time in singling out Smith‘s beloved New York Knicks.

“They get on my d**n nerves,” Haslem said.

“They think they created everything that’s got to do with basketball.”

Haslem’s answer took everyone by surprise, not least Martin who told him to “Get out!”

“When you go to a game, they haven’t won in a while, but they still fill the stands with the actors and the producers and the movie stars,” he added.

Haslem went on to jokingly mimick Smith walking into Madison Square Garden, with Martin comparing Stephen A.’s walk to that of the character George Jefferson from All in the Family.

Smith’s entrances into NBA games have come under heavy scrutiny of late, not least from Qerim and Chris “Mad Dog” Russo.

Usually dressed in a sleek suit and sunglasses, Smith’s slow arrivals into arenas have often been filmed by ESPN this season, leading to jokes on social media.

Haslem’s selection of the Knicks proved divisive among viewers on X, formerly known as Twitter.

“Man Knicks fans are so delusional,” one fan said.

“Hilarious coming from a Miami Heat player…” commented a second.

“The Los Angeles Lakers have the most entitled fan base,” suggested another.

First Take viewing figures

First Take went from strength to strength under the guidance of Stephen A. Smith and Molly Qerim last year.

The weekday ESPN debate show averaged 496,000 viewers in 2023 – making it the most-watched year in program history.

Its December average of 611,000 was a 24% year-on-year increase compared to 2022.

The show also reported more than 250 million views on YouTube.

First Take was helped by the addition of Shannon Sharpe alongside Smith and Qerim after he left Fox Sports’ Undisputed.

While a fourth wrote, “Knicks fans are like [Dallas] Cowboys fans they are just too impatient they get hyped for no reason.

“Overconfident and overhyped and when they win games it’s the same stupid line over and over, ‘We’re gonna win a championship this year,’ stop saying stuff like that.”

As for Haslem’s co-stars, they too had vastly different opinions.

“I’m sitting in Stephen A.’s seat today, so the only appropriate answer, ‘Is those disgusting, filthy, Cowboys fans, they just get on my nerves!'” Martin said in reference to Smith’s well-known beef with Dallas fans.

Woody went for the Lakers, while McNutt picked the Golden State Warriors.

By comparison, Qerim didn’t pick a single fan base but did highlight those of the Lakers, USC, and the New England Patriots.

X/FirstTakeHaslem joined (left-right) Monica McNutt, Molly Qerim, Kimberley A. Martin, and Damien Woody on the show[/caption]

Bianca Censori goes topless & spills out of tape outfit as she cozies up to male friend with Kanye West nowhere in sight

Ashley Gale — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:39:55 +0000

KANYE West’s wife Bianca Censori has left little to the imagination while out and about with a friend.

The Australian native has been in France for Paris Fashion Week with Kayne, 47, as they were spotted attending a glitzy event on Wednesday.

BackGridKanye West’s wife Bianca Censori wore an outfit made entirely of nude tape during a night out with a friend in Paris[/caption]

BackGridThe 29-year-old completed the look with a pair of Perspex mules[/caption]

Instagram/@fatalbert69Bianca was celebrating her friend Gadir Rajab’s birthday[/caption]

Instagram/@billylobosShe nearly spilled out of the revealing outfit[/caption]

On Thursday, Bianca, 29, was photographed with her pal Gadir Rajab in celebration of his birthday.

In one snap, Gadir sat at a table with the Yeezy architect leaned in, and pouted at the camera.

Bianca had her new pink hairdo on full display while stunning in a beige outfit.

The only thing keeping her nipples hidden was a thin strap that was taped to her breasts and wrapped around her neck.

The straps were connected to the bottoms that were seemingly made out of a gauzy fabric.

Her ensemble was wrapped around her legs and her nether regions.

GettyBianca’s husband Kanye West was nowhere to be seen[/caption]

Instagram/@hollylucas__Bianca risked a wardrobe malfunction while wearing a beige gauzy ensemble where a thin strap was taped to her breasts[/caption]

Bianca also seemingly went makeup-free to the huge birthday bash.

However, her rap music hubby was not photographed in any of the pictures.

On Wednesday, Bianca and Kanye attended the Prototypes Menswear Spring/Summer 2025 fashion show.

Before the event began, the couple – who married in 2022 – were escorted down the catwalk and sat in the front row.

Kanye dressed in all white and kept his face completely hidden by a mask.

Meanwhile, Bianca bared it all with a totally see-through bodysuit.

When photographed from behind, her bare butt was on full display.

BIANCA THE TRENDSETTER

Since her major debut into the public eye, she has gained a lot of attention with her risque outfits and a few A-list celebs have taken inspiration from her looks.

Bianca Censori and Kanye West's relationship

Bianca Censori was born on January 5, 1995, in Melbourne, Australia

Before her current full-time job, the 29-year-old started a jewelry company called Nylons after leaving high school.

After working as a student architect for three years, she completed a master’s degree between 2019 and 2020 ahead of moving to Los Angeles.

In a radio interview, a childhood friend of Bianca’s claimed that Kanye slid into her DMs on Instagram.

The rapper reportedly said, “Come and work for me.”

At which point she says the designer moved to LA to join his company Yeezy as the “head of architecture” – and has been since November 2020.

WEDDING BELLS

On Friday, October 6, 2023, The Daily Mail reported Kanye and Bianca wed on December 20, 2022.

The couple tied the knot under a “confidential marriage license” in the state of California.

The two wed in Palo Alto, California, according to the document.

The wedding came just one month after Kanye and Kim Kardashian finalized their divorce.

One of those celebrities includes Kanye’s ex-wife, Kim Kardashian, 43.

In pics shared on Kim’s Instagram, the Skims mogul was spotted heading to her luxe car in Los Angeles, California.

SplashOn Wednesday, Bianca and Kanye were spotted at a fashion show[/caption]

In the snaps, the mom of four went braless underneath a black apron top that wrapped around her neck.

She kept her hand on her stomach to keep her ensemble in place.

On the bottom, she wore sheer high-waisted skintight black leggings and heels – something Bianca is well-known for wearing.

Over the last few months, fans found many similarities between Kim and Bianca’s outfits.

GettyThe two are in France for Paris Fashion Week[/caption]

GettyThe couple – who married in 2022 – attended the Prototypes Menswear show and sat front row[/caption]

GettySince her debut to the public eye, Bianca has become a trendsetter as many celebrities take inspiration from her rather NSFW looks[/caption]

Kroger shopper says they’re leaving the ‘too expensive’ chain as competitor begins dropping prices despite inflation

Jack Hobbs — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:35:09 +0000

AN INFLATION-weary shopper revealed that they would be ditching one store after realizing another grocer had lower prices.

The shopper revealed that they have decided to switch from Kroger to Walmart because the megachain has lowered its prices on all essentials.

One inflation-weary customer said they would drop the chain over prices

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Prices of groceries have increased since inflation topped at 3%

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“Been shopping for groceries at @Walmart and they have lowered their prices,” Theresa (@H2002Theresa) wrote on X, formerly Twitter.

“I can’t afford to shop at @kroger anymore it’s too expensive. #ShopWalmart”

The tweet comes over a month after Walmart CEO Doug McMillon said the company would “lead on price.”

“Our rollback count is up and customers are responding to our price leadership,” he said.

This is not the first time a customer has been enraged at the uptick in prices at the food retailer.

The angry person shared a post on Facebook, written like a formal letter.

“Dear Kroger, your policy on pre-authorization of groceries ordered online needs reviewed and updated,” the customer began.

“When I read it, it stated a pre-authorization of the amount of groceries, which I understand. I have noticed this several times.

“For example, if my grocery order is $250 and I have $50 in digital coupons, it will always charge the $250, and when it posts, it will charge me the correct amount of $200,” they explained.

However, the reason for their complaint was due to additional overcharges the shopper never agreed to.

“Show me the box I checked that [says] you can take $199.47 for my groceries and then take an additional $227,” they wrote.

Kroger versus Walmart Prices

find a side-by-side comparison of the prices at Walmart and Kroger

Sara Lee Artesano Original White Bread:

Kroger: $4.49

Walmart: $3.18

1 dozen Great Value Large White Eggs

Kroger: $3.28

Walmart: $2.98

Simple Truth® Natural Thin-Sliced Boneless and Skinless Chicken Breast

Kroger: $7.69

Walmart: $7.75

Fairlife 2% Reduced Fat Lactose-Free & High-Protein Ultra-Filtered Milk

Kroger: $4.99

Walmart: $4.48

Birds Eye Steamfresh Mixed Vegetables Frozen Vegetables

Kroger: $1.49

Walmart: $1.23

“I know I didn’t check that box. Then when I call you cut me off and send me to a survey.”

The customer concluded the post by saying, ‘Sincerely, a customer who will never do this again.”

Kroger responded to the frustrated shopper by thanking them for their feedback.

“We appreciate your input regarding our policy on pre-authorization of groceries for online orders! Your feedback allows us to improve our company and our customer’s experiences,” it wrote.

“We will forward your comments to our Leadership Team to make them aware of your concerns.”

Inflation is down significantly from its peak annualized rate of over 9% in June 2022.

However, the rate has remained high, roughly plateauing over the past year.

In April, the consumer price index, a measure of inflation, fell slightly to 3.4%.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the cost of groceries and eating at home fell slightly in April.

McMillon, however, said groceries at Walmart saw a slight rise in prices.

On top of the company’s rollbacks, McMillion said that general merchandise had seen slight deflation over the past months.

Despite Walmart touting its lower prices, inflation remains above 3% year-over-year, according to recent federal data.

In addition to rolling back prices, the company has also started implementing other strategies.

The store has focused on implementing new tech and practices to improve the company’s bottom line.

Walmart reorganized its delivery system in recent months by using stores to fulfill delivery orders.

The company said it was also looking to deliver more packages on fewer trips, improving efficiency.

Walmart is one of several retailers taking steps to lower prices.

Whole Foods is making moves to minimize the impact of inflation through ‘thoughtful sourcing.’

Governments have been handing out money to provide inflation relief.

In addition to rolling back prices, the company has also started implementing other strategies

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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the cost of groceries and eating at home fell slightly in April

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Who was serial killer Joshua Wade and what happened to him?

Yara Palin — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:33:03 +0000

JOSHUA WADE was a serial killer who claimed the lives of several victims in Alaska.

He was serving a 99-year sentence in prison when he died.

FBIJoshua Wade was convicted of murdering his neighbor in 2009[/caption]

Who was serial killer Joshua Wade?

Joshua Wade was a serial killer from Alaska.

In 2009, he was convicted of the 2007 carjacking and murder of Mindy Schloss, a 52-year-old nurse who was also his neighbor.

Wade was sentenced to 99 years in prison for the 2007 murder and also admitted to murdering Della Brown in 2000 as part of his plea agreement.

In exchange for serving his sentence outside of Alaska, Wade confessed that he was behind three additional unsolved murders.

He reportedly told investigators that he killed a 38-year-old man in 1994 and a 30-year-old man in 1999.

Wade also admitted to killing another man on the same night he murdered Della Brown.

He was 14 years old when he committed his first murder.

What happened to Joshua Wade?

On June 14, 2024, Joshua Wade died in an Indiana prison, where he had been transferred to in 2014, according to Anchorage Daily News.

The Indiana Department of Correction said he was “found unresponsive in his cell.”

Brandi Pahl, a spokesperson for the department said, “Despite life-saving measures being performed, he was pronounced dead.”

The outlet also reports that an autopsy is underway.

He was 44 years old.

Who were Joshua Wade’s victims?

Joshua Wade claimed the lives of at least five victims during his crusade of crime.

His first known victim was 38-year-old John Michael Martin in 1994 when Wade was just 14 years old.

Wade confessed to murdering Henry Ongtowasruk in 1999. Ongtowasruk was 30 years old.

Anchorage Daily News reports that both men suffered from an undisclosed mental illness.

In 2000, he murdered Della Brown and later confessed to killing an unidentified man that same night.

He was acquitted of sexual assault and murder charges but convicted of witness tampering in relation to Brown’s murder.

After completing his probation in 2007, he killed Mindy Schloss, who was a 52-year-old nurse practitioner and his neighbor.

Serial killer who murdered five including ‘two in single night’ found dead in cell aged 44 as probe launched at max jail

Brandon Cruz — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:30:32 +0000

A MAN who confessed to killing five people over 13 years has died while serving his 99-year sentence.

Serial killer Joshua Wade, 44, was found unresponsive in his prison cell at Indiana State Prison on June 14, sparking an investigation into his death.

FBISerial Killer Joshua Wade, who confessed to the murders of five people, has died in prison[/caption]

AlamyWade was serving a 99-year sentence in an Indiana State Prison[/caption]

Anchorage Police DepartmentDella Brown, 33, was murdered in September 2000 by Wade[/caption]

Mindy SchlossMindy Schloss, another one of Wade’s victims, was killed in 2007[/caption]

Anchorage Police DepartmentHenry Ongtowasruk, one of Wade’s five victims, was killed in December of 1999 in a motel room[/caption]

The Montana native moved to Alaska as a child and committed his first murder in 1994 at 14 years old.

Last Friday, Wade was “found unresponsive in his cell at the Indiana State Prison,” Brandi Pahl, a spokesperson for the state Department of Corrections told The U.S. Sun.

“Despite life-saving measures being performed, he was pronounced dead,” she said.

Wade was convicted of state and federal crimes in Alaska before being transferred to Indiana State Prison following an agreement with prosecutors about a decade ago.

In exchange for the transfer and to avoid the federal death penalty, Wade confessed to three other murders that he had not been connected to.

The killer’s first victim was John Michael Martin, a 38-year-old man suffering from schizophrenia.

He had sustained fatal gunshot wounds on a bike trail in Anchorage in May 1994 and was not known to his teenage killer.

Just five years later in December 1999, Wade struck again, this time fatally shooting 30-year-old Henry Ongtowasruk in a motel room at the Alaska Budget Motel in Knik-Fairview.

Like Martin’s murder, Ongtowasruk had a mental illness and was also not connected to Wade.

However, Wade did not confess to these murders until 2014 when he made the agreement with state and federal law enforcement.

As part of this deal, he also admitted to murdering an unidentified man in 2000, on the same night that he killed Della Brown.

That victim was with Wade at the shed where he dumped Brown’s body.

He knocked the unidentified man out, locked him in the trunk of his car, and went for some drinks before coming back and killing him, according to the Anchorage Daily News.

Wade had previously confessed to the murder of 33-year-old Brown as part of his conviction for the carjacking and murder of Mindy Schloss in 2007.

He faced additional charges of theft and bank fraud but it was the carjacking that made him eligible for the federal death penalty.

The admissions to the three other murders between 1994 and 2000 came as part of a plea bargain deal in exchange for avoiding the penalty and being transferred to a federal prison.

Wade was sentenced to 99 years behind bars without the possibility of parole.

As part of that 2014 plea deal, announced by the FBI, Wade was moved out of Alaska to the Indiana prison.

FIRST ADMISSIONS

Wade’s first confession was to Brown’s September 2000 murder, which was a robbery gone wrong.

After attempting to rob her, a struggle ensued and Wade smashed a rock against her head, killing her and leaving her half-naked body in a trash-filled shed, according to the Anchorage Daily News.

He later bragged about the murder and brought his friends to show them Brown’s body, according to the outlet.

But despite this, Wade was acquitted of almost all charges, except witness tampering.

These details of Brown’s death emerged as part of Wade’s 2009 trial in the carjacking and murder of Schloss, a 52-year-old nurse who was also his neighbor.

Despite receiving a six-and-a-half-year prison sentence for witness tampering in Brown’s case, Wade was out on probation for a year, after which he killed again.

After reportedly having a bad day in August 2007, he decided to try and rob Schloss which ended in her kidnapping and murder.

Prosecutors said Wade kidnapped and tortured Schloss, binding her with zip ties, before killing her and burning her body, per the Anchorage Daily News.

Schloss was reported missing by a friend after failing to show up to work and not returning calls.

She was missing for a month before her body was found in a secluded area of the woods in September 2007.

The fact that he chose to kill again, and kill quickly, demonstrates his indifference to human life, his inability to be rehabilitated, and his omnipresent danger to society.
Prosecutors in Wade's 2009 trial

PLOT THICKENS

While investigating Schloss’ murder, cops looked into her financial records and discovered somebody had been making active withdrawals from her bank account.

It was later revealed that, before kidnapping and killing her, Wade forced Schloss to hand over her ATM card and PIN, according to court testimony, per the Anchorage Daily News.

They were able to identify Wade from surveillance footage of him taking money from her account at an ATM and later abandoning Schloss’ stolen car at an airport in Anchorage.

Police tracked Wade to an acquaintance’s house where he held the people in the home hostage at gunpoint.

But after several hours of negotiating, he surrendered.

Wade was charged with Schloss’ murder in state court and faced additional federal charges of carjacking, theft, and bank fraud.

Serial Killer Joshua Wade Confessed to 5 Murders

Joshua Wade's five victims:

May 1994 – John Michael Martin, 38. An unemployed man who was suffering from schizophrenia was shot to death along a bike trail in Anchorage, Alaska. Wade was just 14 years old when he killed Martin.
December 1999 – Henry Ongtowasruk, 30. Suffered from mental illness and was shot to death in a motel he was living in.
September 2000 – Della Brown, 33. Alaska Native woman who Wade tried to rob and take advantage of, killing her with a rock and hiding her body in a shed. He later showed his friends the body but was ultimately acquitted in court.
September 2000 – Unidentified Male. On the same night as Brown’s murder, Wade confessed to killing another unidentified man after he led him to the shed where Brown’s body was hidden. Wade knocked the man out, locked him in the trunk of his car, and went for some drinks before coming back and killing him.
August 2007 – Mindy Schloss, 52. Wade’s neighbor, who he decided to rob, kidnap, and murder after reportedly having a bad day.

As part of his plea bargain, Wade confessed to Brown’s murder which he had previously been acquitted of.

“The fact that he chose to kill again, and kill quickly, demonstrates his indifference to human life, his inability to be rehabilitated, and his omnipresent danger to society,” prosecutors wrote at the time, per the Anchorage Daily News.

At his 2010 sentencing, US District Court Judge Ralph Beistline called Wade a “coward” for murdering the two women.

But Wade took the judge by surprise when he yelled back, “Don’t push it. What about the men?”

The killer later contacted authorities in 2014 and offered his confession to the three additional murders that he had alluded to in court four years earlier.

Vanna White ‘doesn’t jibe’ with new host Ryan Seacrest and may ‘walk away’ from 2-year Wheel of Fortune contract

Caitlyn Hitt — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:21:24 +0000

WHEEL of Fortune co-host Vanna White reportedly ‘doesn’t jibe’ with her new co-host Ryan Seacrest following Pat Sajak’s retirement.

The longtime game show co-host is said to be considering leaving the show.

Wheel of FortuneWheel of Fortune co-host Vanna White is reportedly struggling to ‘jibe’ with Ryan Seacrest[/caption]

Wheel of FortuneVanna is currently filming alongside Ryan for the upcoming season of Wheel of Fortune[/caption]

Vanna, 67, has been filming episodes of Wheel of Fortune with Ryan, 49, despite the show being on its annual summer break.

She and the American Idol host are said to be struggling to “jibe,” to the point that she is considering quitting the show before her two-year contact is up, according to The Daily Mail.

“Vanna is retiring from the show when her contract ends, but there is a part of her that wants to walk away sooner,” an insider told the outlet.

“She just doesn’t jibe with Ryan like she did with Pat, and no one really ever expected her to. There is just no way that she possibly could.”

Vanna is contracted with Wheel of Fortune until 2026.

According to the source, “Vanna feels that she has put her time in. She devoted her entire life to this show and she had an incredible run while making a fortune.

“She knows that the show needs to go in a different direction and appeal to a younger demographic. She wants the show to continue.”

“This will require a younger female host, someone who can be to Ryan what she was to Pat,” the insider continued.

Wheel of FortuneThe game show released the first promo featuring the American Idol host[/caption]

NOT FEELING IT

Vanna isn’t the only one not feeling Ryan as host.

The TV and radio personality was selected to fill Pat‘s shoes long before the 77-year-old quit hosting the show.

Wheel of Fortune recently teased the Ryan era on Instagram, releasing a video of him on the set on June 18.

The promo video marks the first time he was featured on the game show‘s social media account.

He is joined by Pat and Vanna on the stage, where the former host shows him around the set.

Wheel of Fortune Host Timeline

Although Pat and Vanna have been a staple on the game show for decades, there have been other hosts

Chuck Woolery was the host from 1975 to 1981

He co-hosted alongside Susan Stafford (1975 to 1982)

Vanna White then stepped in as hostess in 1982 and has been ever since

After a contract and salary dispute, the show got rid of Chuck and brought in Pat in 1982

Pat hosted with Susan for one season

He then left the game show in 1989 to host a late-night talk show for CBS

For five months, NFL player Rolf Benirschke took his place

In July 1989, Bob Goen hosted the show on CBS

He hosted for a year and a half until the show was canceled in 1991

The show was then moved to ABC with Pat and Vanna hosting for the foreseeable future

In 2023, Pat announced his retirement and Ryan Seacrest as quickly named as his replacement

The ad quietly aired on local Tv stations the week before.

“Get ready for MORE cash, MORE prizes, and a whole lot of NEW fun! Who’s ready for a new season of Wheel?!” the caption read.

In the comments, fans expressed their doubts about Ryan’s ability to host the show.

“I WILL NOT be watching!!!! Couldn’t you find someone better than Ryan?!?!” one person commented.

“No. Just no. He is everywhere. I’m tired of him,” wrote another.

“Should have found someone for long term. Ryan isn’t a long-term type of person,’ a third person posted.

“Not sure that Seacrest is the guy for the job!” wrote a fourth.

“You couldn’t have found someone better than that?” asked another.

“Just don’t see Ryan doing this for 30-40 years. He has hosted other things and moves on. We will see how things go, but WOF should have looked into another host that can be long-term,” wrote one more.

HERE HE COMES

The official promo video kicks off with the puzzle board reading, “THIS FALL.”

Then, Ryan, Vanna, and Pat appeared on stage as Pat hands Ryan the show.

“Well, this is it, Ryan. What do you think?” asked Pat, pointing out the well-known set.

“Impressive!” Ryan responded.

Ryan’s face flashed on screen and the text read, “Ryan gets ready to take the wheel.”

“Ryan, I think the contestants are going to love you,” Vanna told him.

“I think what you’re going to enjoy most is meeting the players and getting to know the audience at home,” Pat said.

“It’s such a part of people’s lives,” Ryan replied.

“People love this show,” Pat agreed, giving a nod to Vanna.

“You both make it look so easy,” Ryan gushed.

“You’re never gonna find a better job, and you’re never going to find a better co-host,” Pat said.

The promo video ended with Pat stepping aside as Vanna posed with her new co-host come fall.

“Ryan Seacrest joins Vanna White this fall,” the text read in conclusion.

Pat’s final episode aired on June 7.

Wheel of FortuneIn the video, Pat Sajak handed the show off to Ryan[/caption]

Wheel of FortuneVanna is contracted to appear for at least two more years[/caption]

Wheel of FortunePat appeared in his last show on June 7[/caption]

Haunting photographs show inside Tenerife Airbnb where Brit teenager Jay Slater partied before going missing

Jonathan Rose — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 23:49:38 +0000

HAUNTING photographs show the inside of the Tenerife Airbnb where British teenager Jay Slater partied before he went missing.

The night before his last known sighting, Jay left a music festival with two new pals who had hired a car.

Jay Slater, 19, vanished in Tenerife on Monday

AirbnbHaunting photographs show the Airbnb in Tenerife where he partied[/caption]

AirbnbThe two-bedroom property is called Casa Abuela Tina[/caption]

AirbnbThe farmhouse is listed as set in a ‘unique natural landscape’[/caption]

SnapchatJay’s final Snapchat showed a cigarette in a hand[/caption]

It’s believed they travelled to a property in Rural de Teno park – a 10-hour walk from Jay’s hotel.

His final Snapchat picture the following morning was an out-of-focus image of a hand holding cigarettes in Buenavista del Norte, which sits within the park.

Now it can be revealed the two-bedroom property he stayed at is called Casa Abuela Tina in the village of Masca, according to MailOnline.

The farmhouse is listed on Airbnb as set in a “unique natural landscape” and costs £40 per night.

An online post reads: “It is a house with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room and kitchen ideal to enjoy the tranquillity, reading, hiking or nature.

“The house has wifi and all the necessary appliances for a comfortable stay in one of the most beautiful and rugged places on the island, nestled in the heart of Macizo de Teno.”

Friend Lucy Law revealed she had tracked down the house where Jay stayed on Sunday – and was told he had left on Monday morning.

The two men said Jay went out for cigarettes before going back to the property and saying he wanted to go home.

It’s not known where he would have bought the cigarettes.

Lucy said: “We managed to find the house. I knocked on the door and there were two people there.

“They told me Jay had spoken to the next door neighbours and they’d told him there was a bus every 10 minutes back down to Los Cristianos.

“The bus stop was right next to the house. So obviously if he’d gone to get the bus he wouldn’t have got lost because it (the stop) was visible from the front door.”

It comes as Jay was spotted “walking alone” by locals before his disappearance.

A local woman has revealed details about the two men Jay was last seen with – and claimed he was seen “walking on his own”.

Araceli works in the business next to the rental property Jay was believed to have stayed at before going missing.

Jay's 'terrified' grandma

THE grandmother of missing British teenager Jay Slater has spoken for the first time about her fears for her beloved grandson.

Speaking from her chalet on the outskirts of Clitheroe, Mr Slater’s grandmother, June Duncan, described how her family had been trying to shield her from the speculation surrounding his disappearance.

June, 77, said: “I don’t read newspapers but it’s been on the news on telly so much I can’t escape it.

“I’ve not spoken to Debbie much but other family members are keeping me updated.

“My son came to see me on Tuesday and he flew out there yesterday. He’s gone with [Jay’s] cousin to try and help but I don’t know what they can do.

“I wouldn’t be able to go out there, and I’m not sure what help I’d be, I just keep hoping for good news.

“I can’t even begin to imagine how Debbie is. She rang me and said he’d gone missing.

“She didn’t tell me at first, I think she was trying not to worry me, but then as time went on… “

She told The Mirror: “I never saw the missing boy, but I know people saw him walking on his own. I saw the two British men who stayed here.

“They came in for cafe con leche a couple of times. One was aged about 40. The other one was slightly younger.

“They arrived on Saturday and were due to stay until Monday, but they left on Tuesday.”

Lucy said Jay had gone to stay with people he met on Sunday night who were staying in an apartment that was “miles away from civilisation and in a very secluded location”.

She added that he had left the apartment at 8am on Monday and walked for half an hour before “frantically ringing” her.

Jay’s friend Lucy Law was the last person to speak to him

Mountain rescue, cops and firefighters have been scouring the hills looking for Jay in northern Tenerife

Jay’s mum Debbie Duncan spoke to press last night about her missing son

Jeopardy! host Ken Jennings blamed for confusing moment in Drew Basile’s 2nd win as Survivor alum makes ‘unclear’ wager

Darian Lusk — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 23:47:21 +0000

JEOPARDY! contestant and Survivor alum Drew Basile has survived another night on the game show, but his second win also wasn’t without its drama.

On Thursday’s episode, Drew raised eyebrows with an unclear wager situation that some fans argued host Ken Jennings mishandled.

ABCDrew Basile made an unclear wager on a Daily Double, betting ’12’[/caption]

ABCKen Jennings did not specify the dollar amount and said, ‘For $1,200’[/caption]

ABCThe moment bothered fans as it was unclear exactly what ’12’ meant[/caption]

Drew, the first Survivor contestant to ever compete, returned after an utterly shocking first win.

He ended Adriana Harmeyer’s 15-day winning streak in a stunning upset.

Tonight, he faced Jonquil Garrick-Reynolds and Bob Longstreth to go for win two.

After the Jeopardy! round, he led with $3600, his opponents $600 and $1200 – in Double Jeopardy! things got sticky.

‘UM, 12’

Drew located both Daily Doubles, gaining $3000 on one, then he made an unclear wager on the last one.

With a leading score of $13,800, Drew phrased his wager as “Um, 12.”

He did not specify the exact figure he wanted to wager, shortening the dollar amount.

Ken intervened and said, “for $1,200,” assuming that was the figure he wanted to bet.

It read, “Philosopher Jacques Derrida was born in this African country when it was governed by France, but left for Paris in 1949.”

Drew didn’t object and answered the clue correctly as “Algeria” to have a slightly larger lead, “That’s my Master’s!”

Fans were quick to point out his wager amount could have been $12, $1,200, or $12,000.

If he had meant to wager $12,000 (he won his previous game of a $10,000 Daily Double), he would have won the game in a runaway.

This discrepancy seemingly prevented himself from a guaranteed victory going into Final Jeopardy.

Instead, he had $15,800, Jonquil had $10,400, and Bob had $8,600 going into the final clue.

The “AUTHORS’ WIVES” clue read, “When asked if she was the inspiration for the wife in a 1922 novel, this woman replied “No, she was much fatter.”

No one correctly answered, “Nora Joyce?” and Drew dropped $6,000 to win with $9,800 for a two-day total of $33,282.

FANS REACT TO ’12’

Fans flooded Reddit discussing the Daily Double incident and who was to blame here, as it nearly cost Drew the win.

“Drew shortening the Daily Double wager was odd, he probably shouldn’t do that anymore,” one fan wrote.

“No kidding. I had a debate with a couple people, and that could have meant $12, $1,200, or $12,000,” wrote another.

“From the hesitation and clue value, I thought $1,200, but with his DD and FJ wager yesterday, all three are plausible.”

“He probably meant 12,000 I think,” argued a third.

“I agree,” wrote a fourth. “It was ambiguous and should be avoided, but if he actually wanted to wager 12000, don’t you think he would have clarified when Ken said ‘1200?’.”

A fifth blamed production, “That’s another rule for the show to make. The confusion caused by possibly shortening what he meant (1200 or 12000) is legitimate.”

A sixth wrote, “All I’ll say is Drew saying “12” matches up exactly with his portrayal on Survivor……… I am really not a fan of him.”

But others were into it, “Ok not the most satisfying win and i might be getting ahead of myself here but omg I AM SO EXCITED ABOUT THIS NEW KID!!!”

Drew will go for his third win tomorrow night against two new challengers.

That said, Drew’s unclear wager didn’t matter as no one got final and won out

He’ll go for win three tomorrow, as some fans are interested to see how long he’ll outlast

ADRIANA GETS OUTPLAYED

This comes after Drew dominated his first match against returning champion Adriana, 34, and Tekla Sauter.

Adriana, an archivist from West Lafayette, Indiana, was the shoo-in favorite to win her 16th game in a row.

So it was quite a shocker when Drew, a Michigan grad student getting a Masters at Oxford, snuffed her torch.

In the interview segment, Drew got the elephant in the studio out of the way; “It’s not my first rodeo, Ken. I had the privilege of being on Survivor recently.

“I lasted 23 days of 26 with no shelter or food, which affected the noggin a little bit, but I’m hoping to be back on course for Jeopardy!.”

Ken asked Drew how they compare. “Survivor is hard on the body, but Jeopardy! is hard on the mind, so I’ll tell you after,” he quipped. Ken laughed, shadily saying Drew was “reserving” his real feelings.

In Double Jeopardy!, the tribe has spoken moment came when Drew found the second Daily Double and fearlessly wagered $10,000.

He defeated Adriana in a runaway in the shocker of all shockers, and they awkwardly exchanged a painstaking handshake.

“As Alex Trebek used to say, we have a Giant Killer on our hands, rarely as giant as this!” Ken, 50, told Basile. “Congrats Drew on the big win!”

Adriana had won nearly $350,000 before she was knocked off the show by Basile, who placed sixth on Survivor 45.

Ken pointed out that Harmeyer had the 11th-longest winning streak in Jeopardy! history before her loss.

He also confirmed that she will compete in the next Tournament of Champions.

Fans were shocked after witnessing the huge upset – to a Survivor alum, no less- and voiced their reactions across social media.

“I’m actually a little sad we’re losing Adriana Harmeyer from @Jeopardy after so many days,” one fan tweeted.

“Adriana harmeyer is ALWAYS a champion to me,” another person wrote.

A third person said, “Weird sadness / nerd rage over #Jeopardy today.”

“Well, I was expecting Drew to do well, but I didn’t think he’d have a runaway. Hope to see him get at least 4 wins and make the TOC as well,” commented another.

“I like Drew! He seems like a goofball. I wonder if they asked him to stop pointing at the clues after the first break,” wrote one more.

‘HATERS HAVE CALLED ME KNOW-IT-ALL’

Drew who was on Survivor in 2023 was announced as a Jeopardy! contestant last month.

The 22-year-old immediately praised his intellect on Survivor and also did so after being booted from the top six.

“I’m one of the smartest people you’ve ever had on Survivor. Now, I don’t say that to brag. I say that factually,” he told Parade.

“I’m a great talker. I can sell, sell, sell. So I thought that those attributes would set me up pretty well in any Final Three combinations.”

The Ivy League grad student, the youngest of his season, used his trivia knowledge in every Tribal Council confessional.

Drew would use history, philosophy, and other random topics to weave his experiences on the island and his mindset in the game into long soliloquies.

“Yeah I found him kinda arrogant on the show,” one user posted when it was announced he’d be on Jeopardy! last month.

“Good for him, but dude was pretty full of himself on Survivor. Called himself one of the smartest to ever play the game,” someone else posted at the time.

“The haters have called me a know-it-all,” Drew wrote on Instagram, announcing his appearance. “It’s time to prove them right.”

Drew isn’t the only Jeopardy! champ with a Surivor connection.

Juveria Zaheer is the older sister of Omar Zaheer, who competed on Survivor 42 in 2022. Juveria won the Second Chance tournament and Champions Wildcard, winning $100,000.

Jeopardy! airs at 7 pm Eastern on ABC – check your local listings.

JEOPARDY!Drew Basile’s second win comes after the ultimate shocker[/caption]

JEOPARDY!He beat 15-day champion Adriana Harmeyer in a runaway[/caption]

JEOPARDY!Drew Basile and Adriana Harmeyer awkwardly struggled to shake hands[/caption]

Travis Kelce’s next plans to meet up with girlfriend Taylor Swift revealed after being spotted in Cannes with bro Jason

Anthony Wood — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 23:44:54 +0000

TRAVIS and Jason Kelce have been spotted soaking up some sunshine on the French coast.

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis and former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason recently arrived in Cannes ahead of their scheduled appearance at the International Festival of Creativity.

SplashTravis Kelce has been spotted in Cannes, France[/caption]

SplashTravis’ brother Jason and his wife Kylie were also seen in Cannes[/caption]

GettyTaylor Swift is currently performing her Eras Tour in the UK[/caption]

There the brothers plan to record a special edition of their New Heights podcast, as per Page Six.

On Thursday, the Kelce’s also appeared at Stagwell’s Sport Beach for The Kelce Effect: Exploring New Heights with Travis and Jason Kelce.

Other sporting stars to appear at the event included Roberto Carlos, Shaun White, Sue Bird, and Justin Jefferson.

Meanwhile, Travis’ partner and pop sensation Taylor Swift is busy across the English Channel performing access the UK in the latest leg of her Eras Tour.

Travis was snapped in the glamorous French seaside town wearing a knitted button-down shirt, chino shorts, white sneakers, and a blue baseball cap, accompanied by a watch and chain.

As for Jason, he stuck with his usual relaxed style, pairing a white tank top with a Hawaiian shirt, shorts, and sandals.

Joining the now-retired former All-Pro lineman was his wife Kylie.

She stunned in a striped blue button-down dress paired with a sleek pair of brown sandals.

Next up for Travis is a trip to the UK to watch Taylor in action, as per the Daily Mail.

As for Jason and Kylie, it remains unclear if they too plan to head to watch Taylor perform, or instead return to the US.

Taylor has three more dates scheduled at London’s Wembley Stadium before she heads to Ireland to perform at the Aviva.

“The London shows, I think she’s at Wembley eight times, which is mind-blowing that she can do that many shows in one stadium and fill that thing up,” Travis told Entertainment Tonight back in April.

“I played at Wembley once and I don’t even think we filled that thing up.”

And when asked if he planned to make his way across the pond to watch, he replied, “Oh, you know I gotta go support…You know it.”

'Well-talked-about personal life'

Travis Kelce was asked about his relationship with Taylor Swift during an interview with Good Morning America.

But the Kansas City Chiefs tight end gave a cagey response.

“When you have good family and friends around you, it makes that aspect of life that much easier,” Kelce told GMA.

“I’ve always been a very grounded guy. It might not come off that way when I’m playing football.

“But off the field, I just want to be a genuine person. I try not to get too far down the road.

“Because you never know what opportunities are going to present themselves.”

Taylor’s three Dublin dates will be followed by trips to the Netherlands, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, Poland, and Austria before she returns for her remaining Wembley dates in mid-August.

Travis, meanwhile, will need to be back in Missouri on July 20 when Chiefs training camp starts for veterans.

Their first preseason game will see them head for the Jacksonville Jaguars on August 10.

Kansas City’s first regular season game is scheduled for September 8.

They will host the Baltimore Ravens in a rematch of the AFC Championship game.

GettyTravis is reportedly planning to watch Taylor in action in London[/caption]

Roblox outage updates — Servers down for thousands of users as platform suffers problems

Matthew Aquino — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 23:40:00 +0000

OVER 80,000 Roblox users were having trouble accessing the servers earlier this evening, per Downdetector.

64% of users couldn’t access the servers, 26% were unable to access the website, and 10% had gameplay issues.

Problems started around 6 pm ET but were resolved by 7:30 pm ET.

Follow our Roblox down blog for news and updates…

I regret my 2-month-old daughter’s name – it feels strange to say it out loud, I usually just refer to her as ‘baby’

Nancy Jiang — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 23:36:14 +0000

A REGRETFUL parent has opened up about her name remorse for her two-month-old daughter.

Although she thought it was a good idea to draw inspiration from her own name (because, like mother, like daughter), two months later, her feelings about the name soured.

GettyA mom opened up about her regrets toward her daughter’s name (Stock photo)[/caption]

The mom shared the baby name in a post on a What to Expect forum.

“Has anyone regretted the name you chose for your child? What did you do to make yourself feel better? Did the feeling of regret subside over time?” she asked.

The parent explained that she had initially chosen the name based on her own name, as she thought it would be cute if her daughter’s name matched hers.

“For context, my name is Gina Marie, and I named my daughter Gianna Rose,” she said.

“I’ve always thought it was a beautiful name, but now that she’s here, I’m starting to regret my choice.

“I’m not sure if it’s cute that it’s complimentary to my name or if it’s silly and unusual.

“I usually just refer to her as ‘baby,’ I rarely refer to her by her name because I feel strange saying it out loud.”

Despite the remorse, she explained that a name change wasn’t on the table.

“Changing her name would not be an option. I would not want judgement from outsiders,” she said.

“I know, she’s my child, and I shouldn’t care what others think. A part of me also thinks that I would regret changing her name to something else, too.”

She explained that the name had been a collective suggestion from members of her community.

“I was having trouble deciding what name to choose for her before she was born, so I asked for a sign to help me choose which name was best for her,” the mom said.

“Not long after, there were several people [who] took a guess that I would name my daughter Gianna, including my parents, my in-laws, friends, and co-workers.”

The mom took the guesses as the sign she was looking for.

I usually just refer to her as ‘baby,’ I rarely refer to her by her name because I feel strange saying it out loud.
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“How could I not take this as a definite sign to name her Gianna?” she asked.

“My mother also has a ‘G’ first name, so I wanted to continue the ‘G’ name tradition with my daughter as well, or so I thought.”

Other moms advised her to stick with the name as it might grow on her.

“I like the name you picked. I think you should just start calling your daughter that and just try to get over it,” said one.

“I wouldn’t change the name. You’ll probably change your mind again.

“I would just try to like it and call her the name. It’ll grow on you.”

“Honestly, I don’t see anything weird about this at all. It’s close-ish, but also a different name. Gianna is beautiful!” agreed another.

Kim Kardashian looks tired as her real skin blemishes are seen in natural makeup look during night out in Beverly Hills

Caitlyn Hitt — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 23:17:29 +0000

KIM Kardashian has given fans a glimpse at her real skin, including blemishes, as she stepped out rocking a natural glam look.

The SKKN mogul stunned in an all-black ensemble with minimal makeup on.

BackGridKim Kardashian showed off her natural skin as she stepped out sporting minimal makeup recently[/caption]

BackGridThe Kardashian’s star’s dark undereyes and blemishes were on display as she left a friend’s house[/caption]

Kim, 43, was seen stepping out of her black Tesla Cyber Truck after leaving a friends house.

She had on a black jumpsuit which featured cutouts all throughout the top.

The Kardashians star had a think bangle around her wrist.

Her long blonde hair hung down around her shoulders and her back in a straight style.

Blemishes and dark circles were visible on the TV personality’s face.

Kim typically wears a full face of glam – especially on her family’s Hulu reality show or at events.

Occasionally, however, fans get a glimpse at her on social media sporting a stripped-down look.

BackGridShe wore a black jumpsuit with cutouts throughout the bodice[/caption]

BackGridKim was seen leaving a friend’s house in her black Tesla Cyber Truck[/caption]

REAL DEAL

On Monday, she starred in a TikTok video alongside her daughter North, 11.

In it, the duo documented their nighttime skincare routine before heading to bed.

The short clip was shared on Kim and North’s shared TikTok account, which has amassed an impressive 19 million followers.

Kim had her blonde hair in a bun as she wore an oversized bathrobe.

The mom of four applied lip balm to her bare lips in the video.

Her daughter, meanwhile, donned a baggy graphic t-shirt.

Kim and Kourtney's feud timeline

The Kardashian sisters are known to disagree and argue several times over their reality television show.

THE BENTLEY BRAWL

In 2008, Kim and Kourtney got into their first major television argument which involved Kim’s then new Bentley.

Khloe confronted the man helping Kim get into her car after he left them waiting, to which Kim did not defend her sisters.

“You’re so gross. All you care about is money,” Kourtney told Kim

Kourtney and Khloe argued back at Kim before she stormed off to Rob Kardashian’s apartment where the sisters continued to argue.

VIDEO GAME REFUSAL

The sisters clashed again in 2015 when Kim wanted all of her sisters to be involved in her video game, Kim Kardashian: Hollywood.

Kourtney refused to allow her figure to be used in the game, which made Kim angry.

Kourtney’s ex, Scott Disick, later told Kim that Kourtney wanted a pair of shoes from her.

“And I’m like ‘Buy her a f***ing pair of shoes, all the s*** I’ve done for her?’ I said to Scott ‘I’m not buying her a pair of shoes, I bought her a f***ing career!'” Kim later famously said on-screen.

As Complex reported, Kourtney sent Kim a cease and desist letter, but Kourtney did later appear in Kim’s game.

CHRISTMAS IS CANCELLED

Kim and Kourtney underwent one of their most famous clashes in 2018, when Kim was trying to arrange a time to shoot the infamous Kardashian Christmas card, but Kourtney was being difficult on choosing a date.

“No one wants you in the f***ing shoot, I’m planning it. I’m planning the shoot. So we don’t want you in the shoot,” Kim shouted at her sister when she said she’d be leaving the event on her own time.

Their mom, Kris Jenner, jumped in and agreed Kourtney was being difficult.

“Maybe if you had a business that you were passionate about then you would know what it takes to run a f***ing business, but you don’t, so don’t even act like you know what I’m talking about!” Kim said in a scene that eventually became a viral meme.

“She doesn’t do s***, she doesn’t know what it’s like to actually have f***ing work to do,” Kim continued.

COPY KOURT?

In 2019, Kim accused Kourtney of copying her as she seemed to be “Picking out all the same clothes.”

“Yeah, I don’t know what you’re talking about, I’ve never dressed like you,” Kourtney replied.

“I don’t think Kourtney really understands like the leg work that goes behind this, like I don’t think anybody understands,” Kim said in a confessional.

“You have to really have a relationship with that designer. I’ve spent months and months flying to Miami to see what his vision is, so for her to jump in, I was just was like ‘Oh come on, she has no idea how this works.'”

The conversation got more heated until Kourtney admitted she sends clothes back if they’re too similar to Kim’s style.

LET’S GET PHYSICAL

Kim and Kourtney’s feud came to a blow when the sisters started a physical fight in 2020.

The sisters were sat in Khloe’s bedroom before Kim gave a jab at Kourtney’s work ethic and said she didn’t care about anything.

Kourtney got riled up before she stood and started fighting Kim.

Kim retaliated and Khloe had to pull the sisters apart.

NANNY ISSUES

In 2021, Kourtney expressed that she was unhappy with how the unnamed nanny had spoken to her then-youngest son, Reign.

Kim did not accept Kourtney’s accusations and said that she had spoken to the nanny who disagreed with Kourtney’s account.

“I like her, so she’s not getting fired. I like to keep my staff for a long time, so that’s how I feel,” Kim retaliated.

Kourtney said she would never let her be around her kids again, to which Kim told her to “Shut the f**k up.”

“You keep projecting all your bulls*** onto me” Kourtney shouted before leaving the room.

Her hair was in braids.

Kim and North held up different products, including pimple patches, as they applied them.

The Skims mogul showed herself putting the star-shaped patches, which help heal zits, in the clip.

North repeated the words “pimple patch” and giggled.

Kim and her daughter then applied aqua-colored eye masks and pink lip masks in the video.

Both products are used for hydration purposes.

North also put on a pink and black wrap, which helps to protect her hair while she sleeps.

“Goodnight!” the mother-daughter duo said in unison before ending their routine.

GETTING FIT

Kim’s skin isn’t the only aspect of her appearance garnering attention as of late.

The star documented a workout back in May that got fans buzzing.

She was accused of filming her exercise for show, with critics pointing out clues.

One of Kim’s gym snippets was posted to an online forum where commenters weighed in.

“Kim’s personal trainer should be fired for teaching her this form,” one person posted, sharing the clip.

The video showed Kim wearing an all-black outfit that included leggings and a tank top.

She had several resistance bands wrapped around her upper thighs as she held dumbbells and bent over.

Kim continued to bend over until the dumbbells reached her calves and then returned to an upright position.

She repeated this move several times.

The camera then panned away from the star, showing off the rest of the gym equipment in the room.

In another clip, the camera was back on Kim and the resistance bands were gone.

She was holding one dumbbell with both hands and squatting low.

Fans slammed her form, while some pointed out that she was working out with her hair down.

“Her form is always f**ked up and she does nothing to actually work out,” one fan bashed.

“She didn’t even bother putting her hair up the working out is all for show,” a second online user claimed.

“But… there’s no resistance in the resistance bands,” a third fan noted.

“She isn’t using her legs or glutes at all, it’s all her back… that can not feel good the next morning,” another person posted.

BackGridFans have grown accustomed to seeing the star in full glam[/caption]

TikTok/kimandnorthKim recently showed her bare face and skin care routine in a TikTok[/caption]

TikTok/kimandnorthShe appeared alongside her daughter North West in the clip wearing pimple patches[/caption]

Glamorous Sky Sports presenter Melissa Reddy stuns fans in see-through white bikini in Crete holiday photo dump

Ian Tuckey — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 23:02:30 +0000

MELISSA REDDY had good views and bad news for fans with her latest bikini shots.

Delight at the Sky Sports star’s latest sultry selection of pics from her Greek vacation was mixed with despair over her accompanying message.

Melissa Reddy won’t be in a rush to end her hols, judging by these pics

But the broadcaster revealed it’s her final batch of snaps from Crete

She might look back longingly on her vacation

Not known, clear with picture deskPool-side views don’t come much better than this[/caption]

This snap in a lemon-themed swimsuit could be a bittersweet treat for Melissa’s fans as she’s announced there’ll be no more pics from the Greek island!

Melissa and friend Julia Stuart showed it’s better not to foam alone

The popular presenter told her 231,000 Instagram followers the photo dump was her: “Final slice of Crete.”

However, she then couldn’t resist enticing her admirers further with a glowing verdict on the Mediterranean island.

Melissa, 37, wrote: “12/10 would recommend. Utterly beautiful, inexpensive compared to a lot of European summer holidays, welcoming people and some smashing fresh food.”

That’s the type of dotty dozen rating that England’s footballers can only dream of as they stutter at Euro 2024!

Melissa‘s vast online following shared their joy at her Crete feat of posting so many varied snaps – albeit with fun and the sun as recurring themes.

She even included a clip of herself, in a flighty white summer dress, singing Celine Dion’s Titanic theme song My Heart Will Go On with fellow journalist Julia Stuart.

Other photos showed the South African in a white bikini with see-through strips as well as a dazzling, blue patterned swimsuit.

“Absolutely gorgeous – enjoy,” wrote one fan.

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“Lucky Greece,” claimed another.

And a third posted: “Looking beautiful and Lovely.”

Earlier in the week Melissa revealed highlights of her trip, including parasailing.

Well, her followers certainly float up to cloud nine every time she posts!

Here’s a pictorial glimpse into Melissa’s life…–

Instagram / @melissa_reddyShe wore a black dress with a beige blazer[/caption]

Instagram/@melissa_reddyMelissa has built up an impressive following on Instagram[/caption]

INSTAGRAM @melissa_reddyBut her main focus is as a reporter for Sky Sports[/caption]

https://www.instagram.com/p/CuP4qogNivU/She celebrated her birthday with an exotic holiday[/caption]

Instagram/@melissa_reddyShe regularly updates fans with her travel-filled lifestyle[/caption]

Instagram @melissa_reddyMelissa travelled to the US last summer to cover the MLS All-stars vs Arsenal game[/caption]

instagram @melissa_reddyFans love Melissa’s insights on the Beautiful Game[/caption]

Instagram @melissa_reddyReddy is a key part of Sky Sports’ roster[/caption]

GettyHere she chats with Jamie Redknapp[/caption]

instgram @melissa_reddyMelissa was showered with compliments by fans[/caption]

instagram @melissa_reddyProud South African Melissa supported her side throughout their Rugby World Cup triumph[/caption]

instagram @melissa_reddyMelissa supported the Springboks with her pals in France[/caption]

Instagram @melissa_reddyShe wowed in this outfit when in Paris after South Africa’s semi-final win[/caption]

I cried every day for months and was ready to give up as I battled alcoholism and depression, says brave Adam Peaty

Etienne Fermie — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 23:01:00 +0000

ADAM PEATY has bravely opened up on his mental health battle as he prepares to compete at Paris 2024.

The road to selection for a third Olympic Games has been anything but straightforward for the three-time gold medallist.

GettyAdam Peaty is set to compete at his third Olympic Games[/caption]

AlamyPeaty, 29, qualified for Paris 2024 back in April[/caption]

The three-time gold medallist has been speaking to Men’s Health UK

Peaty, 29, is among Team GB’s most high-profile stars heading to Paris this summer.

He’d tell you himself, however, that achieving such greatness comes at a significant cost.

“I’ll always have high expectations. My standards are so high because I take it to a place not many people have gone,” Peaty recently told Men’s Health UK.

“That mentality has got me medals, but it has cost me… Medals are the coldest thing you wear because in pursuit of greatness, you’ll destroy relationships.

“People will tell you there’s a choice, but there is no choice; it’s win or lose. I’ve got to be willing to go all in for a victory.

“Most of the time you have to be selfish to achieve the goals I’m striving for.”

Peaty welcomed son George in September 2020 with partner Eirianedd Munro.

He subsequently split with long-term partner Eirianedd in 2022, and is now dating Holly Ramsay, daughter of TV chef Gordon.

For Peaty, surrounding himself with the right people has been key.

Looking back at what he’s achieved, he said: “I have a great team around me.

“From the people at Aquatics GB, the people around me every day, the people I see on Sunday at church, my family, Holly.

“It’s an incredible team and it’s taken so long to get it right. I look at pictures of 2016, with my crooked teeth, half the muscle.

“Then in Tokyo I was a dad for the first time, I looked a little bit older, but I was still a boy. This cycle, it’s been wild.”

Despite having taken home two golds and a silver in Tokyo at the delayed Games three years ago, Peaty’s participation at Paris 2024 was not always a given.

On the considerable challenges he has faced, including depression and alcohol use, Peaty reflected: “I got to a place where I didn’t want to look at a pool.

“It took me a long time to get over that period… It was only last year that I started to face what I’d been going through in a healthy manner. The answers can’t be found in a nightclub, or some of the stuff that I’d been doing.

It requires so much maturity to face yourself in the mirror and admit that your behaviour is not acceptable
Adam Peaty

“It had to be found in true accountability, tough and deep conversations with people around me. It requires so much maturity to face yourself in the mirror and admit that your behaviour is not acceptable.”

Following a gruelling training camp in Australia, Peaty reached breaking point.

“For eight months afterwards, I found myself crying all the time – the sport had broken me,” he admitted.

“You know when Bane breaks Batman’s back? It’s what swimming did to me… You’re doing 12,000m a day, plus gym, plus nutrition, plus everything else in your life.

“I was a father, a partner, a business manager – trying to manage my own future at the same time.”

I was within a hair of giving it all up
Adam Peaty

On what brought him back from the brink of quitting altogether, he revealed: “I was within a hair of giving it all up. What was I going back for? Pride? It took a while to find the answer.

“But I wanted to teach [my son] George and any other children I have in future that you don’t give up when things get hard or the world feels like it’s against you.

“You give up when the time is right. I can take losses, but I couldn’t take regret. Regret would eat any man inside out.”

Peaty then went on to add: “I burned out in March last year. I had no answers to what I was trying to find. I’d have to change my whole life if I had any aspirations to qualify for the Olympics again.”

Having now “mastered the art of staying present”, Peaty is aiming for glory once again in Paris.

He qualified for the Games back in April when, little over a year on from burning out, the hulking 6ft 3in star won the British 100m breaststroke title at London Aquatics Centre.

In doing so, Peaty recorded a time of 57.94 seconds, his best since successfully defending his Olympic title in 2021.

At the time, he said: “It may not end up as a fairytale, but it might…”

Peaty and his considerable fanbase will find out when he competes at the Olympic Aquatics Centre in Saint-Denis next month.

The full interview and video are available to Men’s Health Squad members now on the MH app, or read it in the magazine from 25th June

PAPeaty appeared on Strictly Come Dancing in 2022[/caption]

David EllisPeaty is ready to try to complete a ‘fairytale’ in Paris[/caption]

GettyPeaty has returned from the brink after burning out[/caption]

Warning as 3 top sun cream brands fail safety tests in Which? probe – but the best were bargain supermarket buys

Alice Fuller — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 23:01:00 +0000

THREE top sun creams have failed an annual safety test.

Consumer group Which? found Asda Protect Moisturising Sun Lotion SPF30 High, Calypso Press & Protect Sun Lotion SPF30 and Bondi Sands SPF 50+ Fragrance Free Face Sunscreen Lotion did not meet their SPF and UVA protection claims.

Asda said it did not recognise the results, while Calypso said its product passed EU standards and regulations in independent testing.

Bondi Sands declined to comment.

Which? said the Calypso product, which costs £8 for 200ml, “barely mustered” two thirds of its claimed SPF30 in both tests.

Asda’s £2.80 lotion, which also comes in a 200ml bottle, failed both rounds of testing, the watchdog said.

Which? tested face-specific sunscreens for the first time this year, finding that the Bondi Sands SPF50+ product, costing £7.99 for 75ml, “did not come close” to the claimed SPF.

It also didn’t reach the minimum required UVA protection.

However, Lidl’s Cien Sun Spray SPF30, costing £3.29 for 200ml, “triumphed” in the testing and did an “all-round excellent job” of protecting skin.

Another budget brand, Aldi’s Lacura SPF30 Sun Lotion, which is available for just £2.49 for 200ml, also passed the SPF and UVA tests.

Lidl’s Cien Kids Sensitive Sunscreen Spray 50+ (£3.29 for 200ml) also proved to meet its SPF and UVA protection claims.

Natalie Hitchins, head of home products and services at Which?, said: “It is incredibly concerning that some big brands failed our tests and did not offer the level of sun protection claimed on the packaging.

“However, it is great to see cheaper top quality sunscreen options available on the high street and in supermarkets at a time when shoppers need affordable options.

“Our results prove that there’s no need to splash out to keep you and your loved ones safe in the sun this summer and that many of the supermarket own-brand products can do a good job.”

An Asda spokesperson said: “We recently had our Asda Protect Moisturising Sun Lotion SPF 30 High re-tested by a leading external provider using internationally recognised testing methods.

“These test results confirmed that this product has a sun protection factor of 31.5, and therefore we do not recognise the test results Which? has published.

“When Which? reviewed this same product in 2022, they awarded it ‘Great Value’ at that time and it passed their SPF test.”

Calypso Sun said: “All products are carefully and independently tested and have passed EU standards and regulations.”

Bondi Sands did not respond to a request for comment.

The full list of sun creams that passed and failed

Fails:

Asda Protect Moisturising Sun Lotion SPF30 High, £2.80/200ml
Calypso Press & Protect Sun Lotion SPF30, £8/200ml
Bondi Sands SPF 50+ Fragrance Free Sunscreen Lotion, £7.99/75ml

SPF30 passes:

Boots Soltan Protect & Moisturise Spray SPF30, £4.50/200ml
Lidl Cien Sun Spray SPF30 High, £3.29/200ml
Aldi Lacura SPF30 Sun Lotion, £2.49/200ml
Asda Protect Refreshing Clear Sun Spray SPF30, £4/200ml
Nivea Sun Protect & Moisture SPF30 Lotion, £7.90/200ml
Nivea Sun Protect & Moisture SPF30 Spray, £7.90/200ml
Piz Buin in Sun Moisturising Sun Lotion SPF30, £6.50/200ml
Sainsbury’s Sun Protect Moisturising Sun Lotion SPF30, £5.50/200ml
Soltan Protect & Moisturise Lotion, SPF30, £4.50/200ml

SPF50+ passes:

Garnier Ambre Solaire Kids Water Resistant Spray SPF50, £8/150ml
Lidl Cien Kids Sensitive Sunscreen Spray SPF50+, £3.29/200ml
Nivea Sun Kids Protect & Care Coloured Spray SPF50+, £7/200ml
Aldi Lacura SPF50+ Kids Mini Lotion, £1.35/50ml
Asda Kids Sun Lotion Spray SPF50+, £4/200ml
Boots Soltan Kids Protect & Moisturise Lotion SPF50+, £4.50/200ml
Child’s Farm 50+ SPF Sun Lotion Spray, £12/100ml
Child’s Farm SPF50+ Kids Roll-on Sun Lotion, £10/50ml
Superdrug Kids SPF 50+ Roll-on Sun Lotion, £2.79/100ml
Ultrasun Kids SPF50+, £32/150ml

Face sunscreens – SPF50 and 50+ passes:

Garnier Ambre Solaire Super UV Daily Invisible Face Serum SPF50+, £9.49/30ml
Boots Soltan Brightening Protect & Moisturise w/ Vitamin C SPF50, £6.50/50ml
Nivea Sun UV Face Anti-Age Q10 Cream SPF50, £10/50ml
Ultrasun Face SPF50+, £26/50ml

Which? tested 26 sunscreens in total using international standard methods in an independent laboratory.

For SPF, this involved applying the products to the backs of volunteers and using a UV lamp to shine rays onto the skin until it turns red.

SPF is determined on the amount of energy (UVB) required to turn the skin red with and without sunscreen.

To pass this test, sunscreens needed to achieve their claimed SPF.

For UVA protection, lotions were applied to glass plates and a spectrophotometer was used to measure the amount of light filtered by the sunscreen.

To pass, sunscreens needed to have at least a third of the claimed SPF, as per the EU recommendation for UVA protection.

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF PROPERLY

The SPF – or sun protection factor – number indicates how well a sunscreen protects against sunburn (UVB), while the UVA number denotes the percentage of UVA radiation that’s absorbed compared to UVB.

For both, the higher the number, the better the protection.

UVA and UVB are damaging to the skin, but UVA penetrates more deeply. Both play a role in skin cancer.

To meet EU standards, the ratio of UVA to UVB protection must be 1:3. This is denoted by the letters ‘UVA’ inside a circle.

But the NHS says products should also carry a four-star rating or above, whatever the SPF, as it isn’t the only measure of effectiveness.

“When buying sunscreen, the label should have an SPF of at least 30 to protect against UVB and at least four-star UVA protection,” the health service states.

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), which sets the guidelines, adds: “To reduce the risks of sunlight exposure, sunscreen should meet minimum standards for UVA protection.

“The label should have the letters ‘UVA’ in a circle logo and it should be at least four‑star UVA protection.”

It’s not that products below this threshold don’t work, but a higher rating means better protection.

What does the UVA star rating mean?

THE star rating for sun cream bottles was developed to illustrate the balanced protection that a product offers against both UVA and UVB rays.

The index ranges from 0 to 5 stars. These indicate the percentage of UVA radiation absorbed by the sunscreen in comparison to UVB.

The higher number of stars means the more balanced that protection is.

You may also see the letters ‘UVA’ in a circle, which means the product has been approved by the EU.

It is another way of saying that the product provides good balanced protection against UVA and UVB.

Why should people care about choosing a sunscreen with high SPF and high UV protection?

Extended exposure to the sun can lead to skin damage, experts say.

There are four types of skin damage: skin ageing, hyperpigmentation, sunburns, and skin cancer.

“By protecting yourself from the sun, you reduce the likelihood of damaging your skin,” the British Association of Dermatologists says.

“Make use of the shade during the hours of high intensity (11am and 3pm in the UK typically), wear clothing that will shade your skin, and use sunscreen with at least SPF30 and either the UVA logo or 4 to 5 stars, making sure you’re applying it well and re-applying it regularly.”

Source: British Association of Dermatologists

Inadequate sun protection puts people at risk of severe burns and skin cancer, charities and health bodies warn.

But it’s not only about sunscreen. Spending time in the shade and covering up with clothing are the best and cheapest ways to protect yourself against damage, Cancer Research UK says.

At least 100,000 new cases of skin cancer are diagnosed each year, and the disease kills more than 2,500 annually, according to the British Skin Foundation.

Experiencing severe sunburn, particularly in childhood, increases the risk of developing it in later life.

Horoscope today, June 21, 2024: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg

Laura Goddard — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 23:01:00 +0000

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died last year but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes.

Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today.

ARIES

March 21 to April 20

Now summer has officially begun, make the most of the daylight in any way that appeals to you.

You are ready to blow away cobwebs, in your heart as well as your head, and make fresh starts.

The first idea, face or date you wake up with is the one to watch.

A travel dream can re-route towards reality with the full moon.

Your weekly horoscope for Friday

TAURUS

April 21 to May 21

Mercury and Mars make your life so interesting – but possibly quite challenging.

You’ll learn exactly what you are capable of – and it’s a surprise.

A study hope you may have quietly quit is back on your agenda, with potential shortcuts.

Love that never seems to match your dreams suddenly exceeds them.

Get all the latest Taurus horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

GEMINI

May 22 to June 21

Your day builds towards a full moon of intense feelings that deep down you know you need to face – and soon.

By tonight you can be setting new standards in honesty and opening up an emotional road that you have travelled before.

But this time, things are different.

The luck factor waits in a “Q” location.

Get all the latest Gemini horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

CANCER

June 22 to July 22

Maybe love has felt all work and no play, but this can all change.

Loosen the love rules and leave space for simple, shared fun, and a partner could respond with some serious questions about the future.

Single? Bumping into a work face in an unexpected location can be all it takes to start a forever bond.

Get all the latest Cancer horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

LEO

July 23 to August 23

You have all the ideas you need – and more! – but your star task is getting just a few of these into the right shape to share with the world.

A friend or family member can be your assistant, but do accept you may need to make space for their input too.

This can enrich both of you. Passion starts with “R” and ends in “O”.

Get all the latest Leo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

VIRGO

August 24 to September 22

Just because a family has always operated in a certain way doesn’t mean it can’t change.

So instead of biting back your big ideas, find the right moment to share them.

Being prepared to swap out some of the minor details can leave the major picture more vivid.

“G” is still longing to hear your voice.

Get all the latest Virgo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

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LIBRA

September 23 to October 23

Just one word sums up the response to any thoughts of Libra lying – don’t.

You are the kind of sign that thrives on truth, even when it’s uncomfortable.

So don’t be tempted to bend the truth today, especially to anyone younger.

Your chart has a really positive energy drive, and sports goals come much closer.

Get all the latest Libra horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

List of 12 star signs

The traditional dates used by Mystic Meg for each sign are below.

Capricorn: December 22 – January 20
Aquarius: January 21 – February 18
Pisces: February 19 – March 20
Aries: March 21 – April 20
Taurus: April 21 – May 21
Gemini: May 22 – June 21
Cancer: June 22 – July 22
Leo: July 23 – August 23
Virgo: August 24 – September 22
Libra: September 23 – October 23
Scorpio: October 24 – November 22
Sagittarius: November 23 – December 21

SCORPIO

October 24 to November 22

Money talks that have broken down before can go all the way to a signature – but even when you assume this is a done deal, don’t stop talking, and listening.

You can keep discovering new value all the way through.

A picture that features the sea in the background can be your luck link. Passion is moving west.

Get all the latest Scorpio horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

SAGITTARIUS

November 23 to December 21

This can be a brilliant makeover day, so take that step towards new colours, or different surroundings.

In love terms, instead of accepting everything, focus on the one thing you’d most like to change, either about a partner or yourself.

You have positive power to make this happen. Luck circles “101”.

Get all the latest Sagittarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

CAPRICORN

December 22 to January 20

Turning dreams into plans is the theme of your day, as a full moon of unlimited potential illuminates your personal star space.

You see yourself in the light of reality, and you like what you see.

You have what it takes to succeed exactly as you are.

Passion is made for two, so do find the time to be alone together.

Get all the latest Capricorn horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

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AQUARIUS

January 21 to February 18

The longest day of the year combines with an intense moon of secrets to create a moment you may never forget.

This can be the day you set out your own future expectations, and start fulfilling them.

Just make sure any ambitions are all yours, not inherited from anyone else. Love links to a room in burgundy.

Get all the latest Aquarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

PISCES

February 19 to March 20

Knowing and loving who you are does not mean refusing to change.

You may be faced with a choice, linked to friendship, that asks a lot.

But your heart will know what is best to do, and how to do it.

Trust this process. As for passion, the moon shines bright on an on-off couple who both secretly want the same things.

Get all the latest Pisces horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

Makeup artist reveals how to give yourself an instant facelift – his concealer trick is the ‘opposite of contouring’

Nancy Jiang — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 22:55:23 +0000

A MAKEUP artist has revealed how to give yourself an instant facelift without going under the knife.

He said the key to achieving a lifted face with makeup is the right concealer placement.

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Wayne Goss (@waynegoss), a makeup artist and YouTuber, shared the makeup tips and tricks with The U.S. Sun.

“The clue is in the name of ‘reverse contouring’ — it’s the opposite of contouring,” he said.

“It works as a simpler process to raise your facial features and give your face a slimmer look.”

Goss explained that the concealer placed in the right places on your face can lift.

“This process works by applying concealer in a few specific places on your face and then blending it out, rather than applying contouring shades on your skin,” he said.

“Some of the key places to apply concealer include under your eyes, where it’ll lift and brighten the under eye area, and on your cheekbones, which will lift the entire face.”

Aside from placement, the most important part of the technique is ensuring the right shade.

“Just ensure that you’re using the right color concealer to match your skin tone,” Goss said.

“Nothing too dark, and nothing too light. Makeup isn’t meant to be seen, and is meant to be subtle.”

Another trick that can give your face dimension is the proper use of highlighter.

“Using your ring figure or a highlighter brush, such as one from my new range, the ‘White Gold Collection’, to apply highlighter just above the arch of your brow is a shortcut to lifting your facial features,” Goss said.

“This highlighter technique aims to lift your brow and facial features visually, giving off the impression that your features are more lifted than they are.

“Highlighter in the right places really do give the face an extra glow and always looks beautiful when done correctly.”

Goss previously warned makeup fans against committing a mistake that can age you.

Nothing too dark, and nothing too light. Make-up isn’t meant to be seen, and is meant to be subtle.
Wayne GossMakeup artist

He told The U.S. Sun that he’s seen too many people follow a common rule of thumb that actually worked against them.

“People make the big mistake of smiling when they add on blusher,” he said.

“This is a common mistake that people do too often. Ultimately, it lifts the cheeks, and what goes up must come down at some point.

“This means the blusher will be lower than needs be, making you look older.”

For best results and a youthful look, Goss explained that the tried-and-true method is to keep your makeup simple and consistent.

“Any make-up that is super over-the-top will imply that you’re trying to hide too much underneath,” he said.

“Find a look that suits you and stick to it. Not only will you look younger in person, but your photos will also look much more graceful too!”

GettyGoss explained that concealer placed in the right areas give a ‘reverse contouring’ effect and lifts the face (stock photo)[/caption]

CVS and Walgreens launch extreme new anti-theft measure to fight ‘blitz’ shoplifting – & it’s all done over email

Olivia Salamone — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 22:51:29 +0000

BUSINESSES have a new way to fight shoplifting in one US city thanks to a new scheme as crime continues to plague many inhabitants.

Theft continues to run rampant in the city, according to authorities, with many stores ultimately shutting their doors due to excessive crime.

GettyA new anti-theft measure has seen recent success in a crime-riddled city[/caption]

GettyThe San Francisco Police Department has launched blitz operations to combat retail theft[/caption]

Many retail giants including CVS, Target, Walgreens, Macy’s, and Gap have been victims of excessive crime in the California city of San Francisco.

Videos have been captured of what is called “takeover-style” theft which involves masked thieves rushing into a store, taking off with what they can carry, and reselling it illegally on the streets.

San Francisco Police have been trying to crack down on crime and have recently implemented what they’re calling “blitz operations.”

Police will now set up stings, or an undercover officer, at a business with the space to hide a cop, according to The San Francisco Standard.

All store owners have to do is email sfpd.retailtheft@sfgov.org to get a copy at their location.

POSITIVE RESULTS

The new anti-theft measure began in the fall of 2023 and has proven to be successful, resulting in 200 arrests by the end of the year.

Last week San Francisco Police Chief Bill Scott said they had arrested “well over 400 people this year alone.”

The department uses a $15.3 million state grant, which targets organized retail crime, to fund its operations.

“The retail theft grant that the city received last year is being put to good use, and a lot of those blitz operations are funded by that grant,” Scott said at the city’s most recent Police Commission hearing.

However, the department’s response to retail theft comes as the SFPD has been under scrutiny for slower response times – despite fewer calls being placed.

Officials say it reflects how the department prioritizes enforcement at stores that request it and how the SFPD has shifted away from self-initiated calls – when an officer sees a crime and calls it in.

The department’s self-initiated calls dropped by 56% from 2019 to 2022, according to the SFPD.

CRY FOR HELP

However, some smaller stores feel overlooked by the department’s activity.

“We have probably experienced the same issues as other business neighborhoods,” said Carole Yenne, head of the Noe Valley Merchants and Professionals Association.

“The police are called and sometimes they make it in three minutes, sometimes they take much longer, hours, even overnight.”

How does the program work?

The San Fransico Police Department has launched a new program to crack down on theft that has gutted the major city.

Officers are implementing “blitz operations” that call for sting operations or undercover cops to be deployed at locations that have been hit with crime.

Uniformed and plainclothes officers are placed in or nearby stores to swiftly capture anyone stealing and recovering the stolen property.

Store owners have to send an email with their location to sfpd.retailtheft@sfgov.org.

“Our city will not tolerate criminals ransacking our businesses,” said Police Chief Bill Scott.

“Not only are these crimes devastating to our business community and local economy, too often we’ve seen these crimes escalate into violence.

“I want to thank our hard-working officers who are making sure our city is a safe place for businesses and shoppers.”

Several businesses in her association have been constantly targeted by thieves, including one incident where the criminals used a truck to ram into the building, causing the jewelry business to close permanently.

“The building owner was without a tenant for months while they fixed the building,” said Yenne.

“The business owner quit after a lifetime of being a small business owner.”

Last week, a store in Noe Valley was hit twice by teenagers in a “rush grab” shoplifting spree.

“The cost to the business was thousands of dollars,” said Yenne.

“But in this climate of insurance issues, it is hard to make claims for reimbursement to insurance without the fear of hugely rising premiums.”

The U.S. Sun has reached out to the SFPD for comment.

GettyWorkers and shoppers have said theft has run rampant in stores such as CVS, Walgreens, and Target[/caption]

GettyRetailers have resorted to locking items behind glass to stop crimes[/caption]

How legendary Donald Sutherland was Hollywood outsider famous for oddballs and rebels – & linked to string of beauties

Grant Rollings — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 22:49:23 +0000

WITH his drooped eyes and his slender frame, 6ft 4in actor Donald Sutherland was not your typical Hollywood idol.

But the legendary Canadian star, who has died at the age of 88, appeared in some 140 movies, won two Golden Globes and was romantically linked to a string of beauties.

AlamyLate Donald Sutherland as Sergeant Oddball in Kelly’s Heroes[/caption]

AlamyDonald in The Eagle Has Landed with Jenny Agutter[/caption]

Sutherland as Hawkeye Pierce in Korea war movie M.A.S.H with co-star Elliott Gould

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The three-times-married father of five’s 50-year film career means he was adored by fans of all ages.

In recent years he was the villainous President Snow in The Hunger Games films, in 1970 he made the dark comedy M.A.S.H and in 1991 he was the mysterious X in JFK.

Donald was never afraid to take risks. He appeared in one of the most infamous sex scenes in cinema in 1973 movie Don’t Look Now, with his explicit intimacy alongside Julie Christie leaving onlookers wondering whether they had made love for real.

The actor, who is said to have dated Christie, denied it — but the stunning actress didn’t.

He almost died after falling ill while making war film Kelly’s Heroes, in which he played tank commander Sergeant Oddball, championed the anti-war message with Jane Fonda, smoked 80 cigarettes a day and used to drink heavily.

But in his later years he settled down with his third wife Francine Racette, quit smoking, eased off of the booze and became a much sought-after star.

His actor son Kiefer Sutherland revealed his passing last night on social media. He wrote: “With a heavy heart, I tell you that my father, Donald Sutherland, has passed away.

“I personally think one of the most important actors in the history of film. Never daunted by a role, good, bad or ugly.

‘I saw tunnel of death’

“He loved what he did and did what he loved, and one can never ask for more than that. A life well lived.”

Born in 1935 in the small town of Saint John, on the east coast of Canada, to salesman Frederick and maths teacher Dorothy, Donald grew up in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia.

He was a sickly child who battled rheumatic fever, polio and hepatitis. The polio left him with one leg shorter than the other.

But none of that stopped him working as a news correspondent on a local radio station at the age of 14 then studying drama at college.

Donald’s unconventional looks led many to tell him that showbusiness was the wrong career. He was instead advised to become a truck driver.

He ignored his critics, choosing to move to England to study at the prestigious London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art in 1957.

After graduating, he appeared on stage, TV and in films in Britain.

His acting credits included parts in Christopher Lee horror films and TV’s The Avengers and The Saint.

In 1959 he married first wife Lois Hardwick, but that only lasted for seven years. Shortly after their divorce he wed actress Shirley Douglas.

By December 1966, Shirley had given birth to twins Kiefer and Rachel, 57, in London. And the following year he had his big break in hit movie The Dirty Dozen.

Initially a non-talking part, the director asked if the guy “with the big ears” could read the lines that colleague Clint Walker refused to say.

Donald said yes and his career took off. This was followed by Korean War dark comedy M.A.S.H. and Kelly’s Heroes in 1970, by which time he was a bona fide A-lister.

HandoutSutherland as the tyrannical President of Panem in The Hunger Games[/caption]

AFPThe Hollywood star arriving at The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 Berlin premiere in 2015[/caption]

While making the latter war movie in Yugoslavia, he nearly died from spinal meningitis. Donald said: “I went into a coma and they tell me that, for a few seconds, I died.

“I saw the blue tunnel of death. It was soft, warm and I was the most relaxed I’ve ever been.

“I somehow found myself looking down on my own body, stretched out like a shell. At first I couldn’t get my brain to order anything to move, but I was determined not to die.”

At the start of the following year he made the thriller Klute with Jane Fonda. Later, referencing a scene in which he unzips her dress, he would admit: “I guess we’d made love an hour before we shot that.”

His relationship with Jane helped to politicise him, as he attended rallies protesting against the involvement of the US in the war in Vietnam.

One of the most intelligent, interesting and engrossing film actors of all time
Ron Howard

The couple were both put on National Security watchlists. His affair with Jane didn’t last more than two years, and he admitted: “It was a wonderful relationship right up to the point we lived together.”

The anti-war protests didn’t seem to harm Donald’s career too much, with him taking lead roles in Don’t Look Now in 1973, The Eagle Has Landed in 1976 and Invasion Of The Body Snatchers in 1978.

However, his reputation as a ladies’ man was not good for his marriage. Pondering why the opposite sex found him so attractive, he once said: “I suspect women prefer men who are not gorgeous.”

Donald divorced his wife Shirley when Kiefer was four in 1970, and admitted: “I wasn’t present much as a father when he was young. Perhaps that’s part of the reason Kiefer has struggled to settle emotionally.”

His comment came after Kiefer’s engagement to actress Julia Roberts was dramatically called off in 1991.

In 1972 Donald had tied the knot for the final time, settling down for good with Francine, 76.

The insatiable star once told a journalist that he had made love to her 5,000 times in 18 years.

It is perhaps surprising, then, that they only had three children, all sons. Rossif, Angus Redford and Roeg were all named after directors Donald had worked with.

Even though he was constantly making films and TV shows, the actor denied being a workaholic.

He said: “I never work for money. I do two pictures a year. I don’t work from June to September because I want to be with my kids.”

His principles led him to turn down parts in the cult classics Deliverance and Straw Dogs because he thought the scripts were too violent.

There were plenty of other strong roles to be had, including in the spy drama Eye Of The Needle in 1981, Cold Mountain in 2003 and Pride & Prejudice in 2005.

None of them, though, secured him an Oscar nomination and his two Golden Globe wins were for TV parts. They were supporting role gongs, first in 1996 for Citizen X and Path To War in 2003.

‘Sad loss’

Donald did finally get his hands on a golden statuette in 2018 — when he picked up an honorary Oscar.

Part of the reason he did not scoop more gongs was perhaps that he appeared in popular films of the sort often shunned by awards chiefs.

The Hunger Games, a five-part franchise that started in 2012, was a massive sci-fi box office smash which was lifted by his acting talents and those of lead star Jennifer Lawrence.

Donald — who also played the inventor of a rain machine in Kate Bush’s video for her 1985 single, Cloudbusting — said: “It was the first thing I’d read in years that could become a creative political stimulus for young people.”

He kept acting right up to the end, with a movie called Heart Land in the pipeline. And even though he earned millions, the actor insisted he needed to keep working.

After all, having had homes in Quebec, Los Angeles and Paris, plus five children, there was plenty for him to spend his wages on.

Last night, British director Edgar Wright paid tribute to Donald’s talent, describing him as “a funny, laconic, but also intense and dramatic presence in so many memorable movies”.

Ron Howard, who directed him in 1991 action thriller Backdraft, hailed the late star “one of the most intelligent, interesting and engrossing film actors of all time”.

And also paying tribute, Sun writer Piers Morgan said: “RIP Donald Sutherland, 88.

“One of my all-time favourite actors who played so many great roles. What a sad loss.”

Donald and Julie Christie in an infamous sex scene in classic horror movie Don’t Look Now

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Gareth Southgate hands England fans worrying Harry Kane fitness update as star striker subbed off in tame Denmark draw

Alex Smith — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 22:34:50 +0000

GARETH SOUTHGATE has provided a concerning update on Harry Kane’s fitness.

The England skipper got on the scoresheet as the Three Lions were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw with Denmark.

AFPGareth Southgate appeared concerned over Harry Kane’s fitness[/caption]

Kane was subbed off and replaced by Ollie Watkins after 69 minutes as England struggled to create chances in the game.

The move was part of a bold triple change made by Southgate as he was also hooked Phil Foden and Bukayo Saka for Eberechi Eze and Jarrod Bowen.

Explaining the substitutions, Southgate said: “We just felt the whole front line put a lot of work into the game the other day [versus Serbia].

“He’s only had one 90 minutes in the last five or six weeks – so the other night took a lot out of him.

“We could’ve stayed with it – but we thought to get speed in the front line and to get energy to be able to press was important.

“That was the decision we took with all of the substitutes, basically.”

There was concern over Kane’s fitness prior to the tournament as he missed the end of the season with Bayern Munich due to a back problem.

It led to him missing the final two Bundesliga games of the campaign in May.

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To help him recover in time for the Euros, he worked with Dr Alejandro Elorriaga Claraco, who also helped cure his long-standing ankle problems.

Ex-Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel admitted last month: “Harry is receiving treatment from his personal doctor. He cannot travel. He was already at the limit in Madrid. It was a borderline decision for him to play.

“He had a complete blockade in his back, it’s got worse and bothers him in everyday movements. There was no chance for him to participate in the game.”

Southgate will be desperate for Kane to be fit as England face Slovenia on Tuesday.

Avoiding defeat will see them qualify for the knockout rounds.

ENGLAND vs DENMARK RATINGS

ENGLAND stumbled to a drab 1-1 draw with Denmark.

Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the Three Lions team.

Jordan Pickford: 6

Looked a little jittery early doors, though there was nothing he could do about Morten Hjulmand’s corker and he made a decent parry after the break.

Kyle Walker: 7

Made England’s opener by racing round a sleeping Victor Kristiansen – he’ll be having nightmares of that forevermore – and teeing up Kane via a deflected cross.

John Stones: 6

OK but you have got to wonder how fit he feels having barely played for Man City in the second half of the season, plus his injury and illness issues over the last month.

Marc Guehi: 8 and my star man

Really encouraging again from the Crystal Palace centre-back, looking sharp with his interceptions and assured in distribution.

Kieran Trippier: 6

Like Stones, he was fine, but England really need Luke Shaw back ASAP because having no natural left-footer at left-back is a problem.

Trent Alexander-Arnold: 5

This experiment of playing Trent in midfield is far from convincing, especially when his passing was off it like it was here, barring one good ball to Saka. Subbed on 54 minutes.

Declan Rice: 5

Had to cover so much ground as England dropped worryingly deep in the first half and also lost it a few times in front of his back four.

Bukayo Saka: 7

Not quite as electric as his first half against Serbia, but another solid showing from our right winger who has been our most consistent attacker across the two games.

Jude Bellingham: 6

Nowhere near the majestic display he put in against Serbia and one of many who looked tired.

Phil Foden: 7

Was far more involved than against Serbia – although that was not hard – and had a few dangerous efforts from range, including one that smacked the post after the break.

Harry Kane: 6

Netted his 64th goal for his country with an opener he could not really miss, but then gave the ball away from Denmark’s leveller. Surprisingly subbed.

SUBS:

Conor Gallagher (on for Trent, 54): 7

Vital clearance on the stretch when Christian Eriksen was lurking and was not afraid to put his foot in.

Ollie Watkins (on for Kane, 70): 6

Played in by Bellingham’s lovely ball after coming on but could not finish from an acute angle.

Jarrod Bowen (on for Foden, 69): 6

Copped a nasty tackle which saw Joakim Maehle booked.

Eberechi Eze (on for Saka, 69): 6

On for his tournament bow though he was rarely involved.

England fans rushed to hospital with ‘goal celebration injuries’ as supporter says ‘at least I missed the second half’

Sam Street — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 22:31:35 +0000

TWO England fans were left requiring medical treatment after celebrating the Three Lions’ opening goal against Denmark.

Harry Kane put Gareth Southgate’s side ahead at a time when they looked in complete control of the game.

AlamyEngland fans went wild as Harry Kane netted the opening goal[/caption]

GettyBut Morten Hjulmand equalised for Denmark as the match ended in a disappointing draw[/caption]

But one fan was taken to hospital in an ambulance with strapping around his ankle after celebrating the goal

England fan Chad Thomas before a previous away game

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But Morten Hjulmand’s long range equaliser ensured a share of the spoils from a game where England didn’t get going again.

However some England fans didn’t get to witness the full match as they were taken to hospital in an ambulance after wildly celebrating the opener.

Chad Thomas, a fan of non-league side Frickley Athletic, told SunSport that he had rolled his ankle celebrating the 18th minute strike.

And he tweeted a picture of himself from an ambulance with strapping around his ankle saying: “Goal injury celebration. ”

But fortunately, the Three Lions superfan confirmed in a Facebook post that he had not suffered any serious injuries.

He wrote: “Good news, the X-ray came back all clear. Nothing is broken. Just €310 out of pocket.(Yes I am covered) and high on painkillers now.

“I blame Harry Kane for that madness. And judging by the 2nd half on my phone. I didn’t miss anything inside the stadium.”

Another England fan meanwhile, did not appear to be so lucky.

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The supporter tweeted a video of himself receiving treatment inside the stadium on what looked to be a severely swollen ankle.

It was captioned: “So you’ve broken your ankle on international duty.”

Claiming that he’d fallen off a chair while celebrating the goal, he then wrote: “Snapped every ligament in my ankle.”

England have yet to perform to their best ability during their matches with Serbia and the Danes.

But they still sit top of the group on four points going into the final game against Slovenia.

A draw would be enough for the Three Lions to be sure of qualification while a victory would ensure they finish top and likely mean they avoid a horror tie with Germany in the last 16.

England legends were nevertheless quick to lay into the performance.

Former captain Alan Shearer said: “You can see players lying on their back, they look absolutely shattered.

“There’s no excuse for that. No energy, no pace to the game.

“We didn’t run in behind until the last 10 or 15 minutes.

“We got caught too many times on the ball, too many sloppy passes.

“And in truth Denmark were the better team and deserved to win. There’s so much more to come. It’s really concerning.”

Meanwhile, Gary Lineker put Harry Kane’s performance under the microscope.

He said: “In all honesty, I think Harry Kane needs to do a lot better. I think his movement was minimal.

“He didn’t look to go behind and he doesn’t often. But even when he comes short, he’s just drifting short very, kind of, lethargically.
He’s plodding short. That’s not going to help.

“When you’re a striker, your two jobs are, obviously to score goals which he’s brilliant at. He has been all his career, wonderful at that sort of thing.

“But I think his manager to say ‘right, I need a little bit more from you Harry’. I would’ve expected that if I’d had that kind of performance.”

ENGLAND vs DENMARK RATINGS

ENGLAND stumbled to a drab 1-1 draw with Denmark.

Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the Three Lions team.

Jordan Pickford: 6

Looked a little jittery early doors, though there was nothing he could do about Morten Hjulmand’s corker and he made a decent parry after the break.

Kyle Walker: 7

Made England’s opener by racing round a sleeping Victor Kristiansen – he’ll be having nightmares of that forevermore – and teeing up Kane via a deflected cross.

John Stones: 6

OK but you have got to wonder how fit he feels having barely played for Man City in the second half of the season, plus his injury and illness issues over the last month.

Marc Guehi: 8 and my star man

Really encouraging again from the Crystal Palace centre-back, looking sharp with his interceptions and assured in distribution.

Kieran Trippier: 6

Like Stones, he was fine, but England really need Luke Shaw back ASAP because having no natural left-footer at left-back is a problem.

Trent Alexander-Arnold: 5

This experiment of playing Trent in midfield is far from convincing, especially when his passing was off it like it was here, barring one good ball to Saka. Subbed on 54 minutes.

Declan Rice: 5

Had to cover so much ground as England dropped worryingly deep in the first half and also lost it a few times in front of his back four.

Bukayo Saka: 7

Not quite as electric as his first half against Serbia, but another solid showing from our right winger who has been our most consistent attacker across the two games.

Jude Bellingham: 6

Nowhere near the majestic display he put in against Serbia and one of many who looked tired.

Phil Foden: 7

Was far more involved than against Serbia – although that was not hard – and had a few dangerous efforts from range, including one that smacked the post after the break.

Harry Kane: 6

Netted his 64th goal for his country with an opener he could not really miss, but then gave the ball away from Denmark’s leveller. Surprisingly subbed.

SUBS:

Conor Gallagher (on for Trent, 54): 7

Vital clearance on the stretch when Christian Eriksen was lurking and was not afraid to put his foot in.

Ollie Watkins (on for Kane, 70): 6

Played in by Bellingham’s lovely ball after coming on but could not finish from an acute angle.

Jarrod Bowen (on for Foden, 69): 6

Copped a nasty tackle which saw Joakim Maehle booked.

Eberechi Eze (on for Saka, 69): 6

On for his tournament bow though he was rarely involved.

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NFL star Matthew Stafford’s wife reveals she slept with ‘bad boy’ backup QB to make future husband jealous

Anthony Wood — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 22:26:04 +0000

LOS Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford’s wife Kelly has opened up on their unorthodox beginnings as a couple.

The Staffords met while at Georgia, where Matthew starred for the Bulldogs from 2006 until 2008, and Kelly for their cheer squad.

GettyMatthew and Kelly Stafford have been married since 2015[/caption]

Off The Vine PodcastKelly recently revealed she had a relationship with one of Matthew’s backups while they were in college[/caption]

Instagram/kbstafford89Kelly was a cheerleader at Georgia while Matthew starred at quarterback[/caption]

Exactly when they became official is unclear.

However, in a recent appearance on the Off The Vine podcast, Kelly revealed that at first Matthew was keen to keep their relationship casual.

“It wasn’t that cute of a relationship at first,” she admitted.

“I hated him, I loved him. I dated the backup [quarterback] to p** him off – which worked.”

During his three years with the Bulldogs, Stafford was backed up by Joe Tereshinski III, Joe Cox, and Logan Gray.

Exactly who Kelly dated prior to Matthew she did not specify in the podcast.

Of the aforementioned backup, Kelly described him as “the bad boy,” whereas “Matthew is so sweet – a southern gentleman, all that stuff.

“And the backup was the complete opposite and it upset him.”

Kelly went on to explain that with Matthew and the backup living in the same dorm, “He would see my car there.”

“And so at one point, [Matthew] waited and followed me out and got in my car and wouldn’t get out.

“I was like, ‘This is amazing, it’s working!’ I was like, ‘Get out of my car!’ And he was like, ‘He’s not right for you.'”

Matthew went on to be drafted first overall in 2009 by the Detroit Lions.

He spent 12 seasons in Michigan, setting franchise records in passing yards (45,109) and passing touchdowns (282).

After just four winning seasons, Matthew was traded to the Rams in 2021 in exchange for fellow former first-overall draft pick Jared Goff along with two future first-round picks and a third-rounder.

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In his first season with the Rams, Matthew led Los Angeles to a Super Bowl LVI win and just his second career Pro Bowl nod.

As for him and Kelly, they eventually tied the knot in 2015.

They have since had four children together – Sawyer, Chandler, Hunter, and Tyler.

Kelly and the kids often head to Rams games in team-themed outfits in support of Matthew.

Along with her role as a mom, Kelly also co-hosts The Morning After podcast with Hank Winchester.

GettyMatthew and Kelly have four daughters[/caption]

Instagram/kbstafford89Kelly and their daughters regularly attend games to cheer Matthew on[/caption]

Brit teenager Jay Slater missing in Tenerife spotted ‘walking alone’ by locals before he vanished in mystery

Jonathan Rose — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 22:20:05 +0000

A BRITISH teenager who went missing during a holiday in Tenerife was spotted “walking alone” by locals before his disappearance, it has been claimed.

Jay Slater, 19, flew out to the holiday island with two friends for the NRG festival.

Jay Slater, 19, vanished in Tenerife on Monday

Jay’s friend Lucy Law was the last person to speak to him

Mountain rescue, cops and firefighters have been scouring the hills looking for Jay in northern Tenerife

He went to the closing night Sunday with his pals, but left with two men he met that evening.

The next morning he called friend Lucy Law to tell her his phone was about to die and he was stranded in the middle of nowhere.

The walk from Rural de Teno park, his last known location, to the south of the Spanish island, would take around 11 hours on foot.

Now a local woman has revealed details about the two men Jay was last seen with – and claimed he was seen “walking on his own”.

Araceli works in the business next to the rental property Jay was believed to have stayed at before going missing.

She told The Mirror: “I never saw the missing boy, but I know people saw him walking on his own. I saw the two British men who stayed here.

“They came in for cafe con leche a couple of times. One was aged about 40. The other one was slightly younger.

“They arrived on Saturday and were due to stay until Monday, but they left on Tuesday.”

Lucy said Jay had gone to stay with people he met on Sunday night who were staying in an apartment that was “miles away from civilisation and in a very secluded location”.

She added that he had left the apartment at 8am on Monday and walked for half an hour before “frantically ringing” her.

Jay’s mother, Debbie Duncan, who flew to Tenerife in Spain‘s Canary Islands on Tuesday morning, said searching for her son was “an absolute living nightmare”.

Debbie told ITV News: “I wouldn’t wish this on anybody. I just want my baby back.

“Please just anybody who can help – look for him. It’s a massive area up there.

“He’s out there somewhere or somebody knows where he is.”

Jay's 'terrified' grandma

THE grandmother of missing British teenager Jay Slater has spoken for the first time about her fears for her beloved grandson.

June, 77, said: “I don’t read newspapers but it’s been on the news on telly so much I can’t escape it.

“I’ve not spoken to Debbie much but other family members are keeping me updated.

“My son came to see me on Tuesday and he flew out there yesterday. He’s gone with [Jay’s] cousin to try and help but I don’t know what they can do.

“I wouldn’t be able to go out there, and I’m not sure what help I’d be, I just keep hoping for good news.

“I can’t even begin to imagine how Debbie is. She rang me and said he’d gone missing.

“She didn’t tell me at first, I think she was trying not to worry me, but then as time went on… “

She added: “I wish I hadn’t encouraged him to go to this. I should have said: ‘Don’t go to Tenerife’.

“I just think he was probably still in high spirits, buzzing – he’s not known where he is.

“He’s not known the extent of the long journey that he went on to get up there.

“And he’s just thought: ‘I’m gonna walk’. And that’s what apparently he said to the last person he contacted.”

Describing her son, Debbie said: “He’s the life and soul, he’s a beautiful boy.”

Jay was last seen wearing a white T-shirt with shorts and trainers and a black bag.

A Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office spokesperson said: “We are supporting the family of a British man who has been reported missing in Spain and are in contact with the local authorities.”

SnapchatJay Slater’s final Snapchat showed a cigarette in a hand[/caption]

ReutersA police officer searches for missing Jay in the Masca ravine[/caption]

FacebookJay with family and friends[/caption]

Jay Slater’s mum Debbie Duncan spoke to about her missing son

Timeline of Jay Slater's disappearance

By Ellie Doughty, Foreign News Reporter

SUNDAY JUNE 16 – MONDAY 17

Jay goes to a rave at the 2024 NRG music festival in Tenerife, around Arona on the south of the island.

8.35pm – Jay posts a smiling Snapchat video of him laughing with friends.

He leaves the rave with two men he met that day and is driven back to their accommodation across the island.

MONDAY 17

7.30am – Jay posts a Snapchat of a hand holding a cigarette in the area where the accommodation was – near the rural de Teno Park on the north of the island.

8.30am – Jay calls his friend Lucy Law and tells her he missed a bus, had one per cent of battery left on his phone and was stuck in the “middle of nowhere”.

9am – A missing persons report is filed and the search for Jay begins.

TUESDAY 18

2am – Police knock on the door of Jay’s mum Debbie Duncan’s home and tell her to catch the first flight out to Tenerife.

7am – She flies out from Manchester Airport alongside her son Zak to help with the search.

Debbie is sent a Snapchat message saying “Kiss goodbye to your boy, you’re never going to see him again, he owes me a lot of money.”

WEDNESDAY 19

12.30pm – Police move the search to the south of the island briefly after a false sighting.

Cops search his hotel room for clues as his mum says there was “=”nothing untoward there”.

Debbie gives a heart-wrenching interview where she shares fears he has been “taken” and says “I just want my baby back”.

THURSDAY 20

Cops begin day four of the massive search for Jay.

Jeopardy! fans spot ‘irritating’ move from Survivor’s Drew Basile they think producers ‘stopped’ as he beat 15-day champ

Ashley Gale — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 22:19:27 +0000

FANS have called out one Jeopardy contestant for making an odd hand gesture while playing the game.

On Wednesday night’s episode, players Drew Basile and Tekla Sauter gave 15-day champ Adriana Harmeyer a run for her money.

ABCJeopardy fans saw a new champ by the end of Wednesday’s episodes[/caption]

ABCOver the last 15 games, Adriana Harmeyer racked up more than $300,000[/caption]

ABCHowever, fans noticed an ‘annoying’ hand gesture Survivor alum Drew Basile kept making during the first segment[/caption]

Unfortunately for Adriana, she lost her streak to Drew, who viewers might recognize from Season 45 of Survivor.

By the end of the Double Jeopardy round, Drew was in the lead with $23,600, Telka in second with $10,600, and Adriana with $9,300.

In the end, Drew was the new champion.

However, fans noticed Drew continuously pointing to the clues on the huge blue board during the first portion of the game.

After the first commercial break, the former TV personality stopped his hand gesture which convinced fans that producers told him to stop.

‘STOPPED SO ABRUPTLY’

Viewers shared their thoughts on a Reddit forum dedicated to the long-running US game show.

One person said that they liked Drew, “He seems like a goofball.

“I wonder if they asked him to stop pointing at the clues after the first break.”

Another replied, “He stopped pointing so abruptly I think they stopped taping even before the first break to tell him to stop.”

“That was bothering me so much for no good reason,” a third admitted.

“That was annoying,” someone else agreed.

JEP’S NEW CHAMP

Within the last two years, not one player was able to last 15 games.

Adriana had won a whopping $349,600 throughout her streak.

Although she would make a return in the Tournament of Champions, Adriana seemed disappointed at her loss.

Jeopardy! guest hosts

Since Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek died in November 2020, the beloved game show has continued with various guest hosts in 2021 to present day:

Ken Jennings (Jan. 4 to Feb. 19)
Katie Couric (Mar. 8 to Mar. 19)
Dr. Mehmet Oz (Mar. 22 to April 2)
Aaron Rodgers (April 5 to April 16)
Anderson Cooper (April 19 to April 30)
Bill Whitaker (May 3 to May 14)
Buzzy Cohen (May 17 to May 28)
Savannah Guthrie (June 14 to June 25)
Dr. Sanjay Gupta (June 28 to July 9)
George Stephanopoulos (July 12 to July 16)
Robin Roberts (July 19 to July 23)
LeVar Burton (July 26 to July 30)
David Faber (Aug. 2 to Aug. 6)
Joe Buck (Aug. 9 to Aug. 13)
Mayim Balik (Aug. to Dec. 2023)
Ken Jennings (Aug. to present day)

As the camera panned to the three contestants, Drew shook Telka’s hand and turned to Adriana to shake hers.

However, she took a brief second to reach her hand out.

HIS TIME ON SURVIVOR

During the segment where the contestants shared a fun fact about themselves, Drew discussed his time on Survivor.

ABCWhen it was Drew’s turn to choose the category, fans noticed he would point to the blue board while his opponents Adriana and Telka Sauter kept their hands down[/caption]

“I lasted 23 days of 26 with no shelter or food, which affected the noggin a little bit, but I’m hoping to be back on course for Jeopardy!”

Host Ken Jennings was curious to know how being on Survivor compared to competing on Jeopardy.

“Survivor is hard on the body, but Jeopardy! is hard on the mind, so I’ll tell you after,” he joked.

ABCOne fan pointed out, ‘He stopped pointing so abruptly I think they stopped taping even before the first break to tell him to stop’[/caption]

ABCAfter the first commercial break, Drew stopped pointing[/caption]

ABCDuring the interview segment of the us game show, host Ken Jennings asked Drew what it was like being on Survivor[/caption]

Golden Bachelor’s Theresa Nist shrieks with joy as daughter announces surprise pregnancy and gushes ‘how lucky am I?’

Sophie Gable — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 22:02:29 +0000

GOLDEN Bachelor star Theresa Nist is welcoming a new addition to her family.

The Bachelor Nation alum shared the personal update with her Instagram followers on Wednesday.

Instagram/ Theresa NistTheresa let out a shriek when she realized that she would be welcoming another grandchild[/caption]

Instagram/ Theresa NistTheresa jumped for joy after her daughter told her that she was pregnant[/caption]

Instagram/theresa_nistTheresa was all smiles in a photo with her daughter Jen[/caption]

She shared a series of photos of her daughter Jen Woolston revealing her baby bump on the beach.

The post also included a video of Theresa when Jen told her the big news.

Jen sat behind the camera as Theresa sat in a patio chair with her grandsons.

Theresa read a note out loud and tried to decode the message.

Her face lit up when she realized what the note said, and she immediately shrieked.

Theresa screamed and rocked back in her chair before jumping for joy.

She gushed over her daughter’s news in a long Instagram caption that began, “When my daughter asked me last night to take photos of her on the beach because she was going to let everyone know that she’s pregnant I couldn’t have been more thrilled, not only because she asked me to be her photographer (so honored that she trusts my photography skills with this very important announcement!) but also because I no longer have to contain the supreme joy that I’ve been feeling ever since she told me about it more than a month ago.”

Theresa went on to describe the moment that Jen revealed her pregnancy and discussed how proud she was of her daughter.

“I mean, how lucky am I to have two incredible children who married two other incredible humans who then went on to have six beautiful, amazing boys?” she continued.

Bachelor fans flooded her comments with praise, as one comment read, “Congratulations!! You are truly blessed. BTW great photos. Your daughter is beautiful, like her momma!”

“Awe that’s beautiful. Congrats to the beautiful mom. Blessings to the family on this wonderful occasion,” another added.

“You’re literally the sweetest. What a lucky girl to have such an amazing Mom,” wrote a third.

GROWING FAMILY

The public was first introduced to Theresa’s family during the hometown episode of the first Golden Bachelor season.

Theresa won the season and married the lead, Gerry Turner.

Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist's relationship timeline

Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist were the first couple to meet on the Golden Bachelor. Read on below for a look at their relationship timeline,

August 2023 – The couple met while filming Season 1 of The Golden Bachelor
November 2, 2023 – Gerry and Theresa’s hometown date airs
November 30, 2023 – The show reveals the couple’s engagement
January 4, 2024 – Gerry and Theresa’s televised wedding airs
March 25, 2024 – The couple attends the finale of The Bachelor
April 12, 2024 – Gerry files for divorce from Theresa
June 13, 2024 – The couple reaches a divorce settlement

She brought Gerry to her home in New Jersey and he met Jen, her son Tommy, and grandchildren.

Fans noted that Theresa doesn’t have any granddaughters, with one writing on her post, “Congratulations! Hope it’s finally a girl!”

Another added, “Aww congrats! Hope y’all get a girl.”

Bachelor fans have been following Theresa and Gerry’s personal lives since their televised wedding on January 4.

Just four months later, the two revealed that they were divorcing on Good Morning America.

Theresa Nist's full caption

Theresa Nist announced her daughter's pregnancy in a post on Instagram that read,

“When my daughter asked me last night to take photos of her on the beach because she was going to let everyone know that she’s pregnant I couldn’t have been more thrilled, not only because she asked me to be her photographer (so honored that she trusts my photography skills with this very important announcement!) but also because I no longer have to contain the supreme joy that I’ve been feeling ever since she told me about it more than a month ago.

“I was beyond thrilled to say the least. Luckily my daughter captured it on video so you don’t have to imagine how it went! To say that I am so incredibly happy about this new life within her is a serious understatement.”

“I mean, how lucky am I to have two incredible children who married two other incredible humans who then went on to have six beautiful, amazing boys?”

“And now I am about to have a seventh grandchild? I am filled with so much joy, wonder, love and gratitude for this new life. And this baby is so fortunate to be able to call my daughter ‘Mom’. “

“She treats her three boys with kindness, dignity and respect. She really listens to them and she does it all so fairly and they all love her so much!! I am beyond grateful to be able to be called this baby’s Nana.”

“We’ve had a number of heart-to-heart conversations and we’ve looked carefully at our situation, our living situation, and so forth, and we’ve kind of come to the conclusion mutually that it’s probably time for us to dissolve our marriage,” Gerry said in the interview.

“The thing that strikes me the most in our conversations, it’s been how dedicated both of us are to our families.”

“We feel like it’s best for the happiness of both of us to live apart.”

Although the couple didn’t have the fairytale ending that they were hoping for, they both remained devoted to their respective families.

Golden Bachelor fans can look forward to seeing another fan favorite try their shot at love when former contestant Joan Vassos debuts as the first Golden Bachelorette this fall.

Instagram/ Theresa NistTheresa Nist’s daughter Jen announced her pregnancy with a beach photoshoot[/caption]

Instagram/theresa_nistGerry and Theresa announced their divorce just a few months into their marriage[/caption]

GettyTheresa and Gerry were married in a televised event on January 4[/caption]

TV pundits and England icons blast ‘awful, lifeless, tepid’ Three Lions after Denmark draw as Southgate says: Blame me

Tom Barclay — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 21:55:52 +0000

ENGLAND legends and TV pundits tore into Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions for an “awful, lifeless, tepid” draw against Denmark.

Alan Shearer, Gary Lineker and Rio Ferdinand all let rip as Southgate took the blame — admitting his tournament favourites “didn’t function” and “fell short of expectations”.

GettyGareth Southgate admitted his England team have major problems[/caption]

GettyDenmark, including scorer Morten Hjulmand, got to grips with Jude Bellingham & Co to earn a well-deserved Euro 2024 group draw[/caption]

RexPhil Foden again under-performed, with Declan Rice, left, also quiet[/caption]

Southgate took off four players in the second half, including skipper Harry Kane, star winger Bukayo Saka and midfielder Trent Alexander-Arnold

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And Man Utd and Ireland legend Roy Keane fumed that England stars lacked “bravery and courage”.

Harry Kane put England ahead but the Danes were far the better side after Morten Hjulmand’s 34th-minute leveller at Euro 2024 in Frankfurt.

And former Three Lions striker Shearer, 53, stormed: “Awful performance, particularly after going up in the game.

“I don’t think one England player can look at themselves and say, ‘I’ve done my job tonight’.

“England were all over the place, far too sloppy in possession, gave the ball away too much and got caught too many times.

“There was no energy, no pace, no guile — Southgate is simply not getting the best out of England’s best players.

“It’s concerning and Gareth will get some serious questions.

“You saw England players lying on their backs — they look absolutely shattered but there’s no excuse for that.”

Former England captain Lineker branded the performance “lifeless and tepid” and joined Shearer in urging Southgate to demand more of his captain Kane.

The Danes came out on top in most of the facts ‘n figures

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Both accused the nation’s 64-goal record scorer of not working hard enough off the ball.

Lineker, 63, declared: “He needs his manager to ask more of him. I would have expected that if I’d put in that kind of performance.”

While ex-Manchester United defender Ferdinand, 45, added: “The players don’t look the same as they do for their clubs. It is a big concern.”

Former Ireland star Keane, 52, told ITV Sport: “Courage and bravery, we’re not really seeing it.

“There’s something amiss with the balance. Bellingham is waving his arms.

“This is a big test for Gareth. It looks like he’s overthinking things.”

Ex-Liverpool star Jamie Carragher said: “My big worry watching this and for the rest of the tournament?

Alan Shearer slating England performance against Denmark

Roy Keane accused England of lacking courage

Gary Lineker branded the performance “lifeless and tepid”

“England look absolutely knackered. They can’t get close to the ball.

“The surest sign of fatigue is dropping deep.

“Declan Rice is having to cover so much ground. No-one can convince me this is a strategy.”

Kane looked nothing like the striker who scored 44 goals in 45 appearances for Bayern Munich last season.

Real Madrid’s Champions League winner Jude Bellingham was ineffective, while Manchester City star Phil Foden was a shadow of the man voted Footballer of the Year.

ENGLAND vs DENMARK RATINGS

ENGLAND stumbled to a drab 1-1 draw with Denmark.

Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the Three Lions team.

Jordan Pickford: 6

Looked a little jittery early doors, though there was nothing he could do about Morten Hjulmand’s corker and he made a decent parry after the break.

Kyle Walker: 7

Made England’s opener by racing round a sleeping Victor Kristiansen – he’ll be having nightmares of that forevermore – and teeing up Kane via a deflected cross.

John Stones: 6

OK but you have got to wonder how fit he feels having barely played for Man City in the second half of the season, plus his injury and illness issues over the last month.

Marc Guehi: 8 and my star man

Really encouraging again from the Crystal Palace centre-back, looking sharp with his interceptions and assured in distribution.

Kieran Trippier: 6

Like Stones, he was fine, but England really need Luke Shaw back ASAP because having no natural left-footer at left-back is a problem.

Trent Alexander-Arnold: 5

This experiment of playing Trent in midfield is far from convincing, especially when his passing was off it like it was here, barring one good ball to Saka. Subbed on 54 minutes.

Declan Rice: 5

Had to cover so much ground as England dropped worryingly deep in the first half and also lost it a few times in front of his back four.

Bukayo Saka: 7

Not quite as electric as his first half against Serbia, but another solid showing from our right winger who has been our most consistent attacker across the two games.

Jude Bellingham: 6

Nowhere near the majestic display he put in against Serbia and one of many who looked tired.

Phil Foden: 7

Was far more involved than against Serbia – although that was not hard – and had a few dangerous efforts from range, including one that smacked the post after the break.

Harry Kane: 6

Netted his 64th goal for his country with an opener he could not really miss, but then gave the ball away from Denmark’s leveller. Surprisingly subbed.

SUBS:

Conor Gallagher (on for Trent, 54): 7

Vital clearance on the stretch when Christian Eriksen was lurking and was not afraid to put his foot in.

Ollie Watkins (on for Kane, 70): 6

Played in by Bellingham’s lovely ball after coming on but could not finish from an acute angle.

Jarrod Bowen (on for Foden, 69): 6

Copped a nasty tackle which saw Joakim Maehle booked.

Eberechi Eze (on for Saka, 69): 6

On for his tournament bow though he was rarely involved.

Kane, Foden and Bukayo Saka were all taken off in the second half.

Southgate admitted the display was not good enough but insisted he was to blame, saying: “The team didn’t function and that’s my responsibility.

“It’s up to me to find better solutions than we have in these two games.”

England remain top of Group C on four points following Sunday’s unconvincing 1-0 win over Serbia.

But this draw continued the Three Lions’ dismal record of never winning their opening two games at a Euros.

Southgate added: “I don’t think people would look at the players and say, ‘They don’t care’.

“If anything we care too much and we’ve got to find a way of getting that right balance.

“The challenge is to do something that’s never been done before, so it couldn’t be any bigger.”

Three Lions’ skipper Kane was once more below his best

Target making change at 2,000 stores as new AI is rolled out – and retailer insists it’ll improve shopping experience

Cheyenne R. Ubiera — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 21:51:39 +0000

TARGET is launching new AI-powered technology at nearly all of its 2,000 locations in the US that officials say will improve the shopping experience.

The retailer is the latest to place generative artificial intelligence tools in the hands of workers, announcing a chatbot called Store Companion on Thursday.

GettyTarget is rolling out new AI-powered tech that will soon be featured in all of its stores[/caption]

GettyThe new chatbot, called Store Companion, will help workers answer customers’ questions[/caption]

The chatbot will appear as an app on a worker’s handheld device and provide information on tasks such as rebooting a cash register or enrolling a shopper in Target‘s loyalty program.

“Generative AI is a game-changing technology and Store Companion will make daily tasks easier and enable our team to respond to guests’ requests with confidence and efficiency,” said Mark Schindele, executive vice president, and chief stores officer in a press release.

“The tool frees up time and attention for our team to serve guests with care and to create a shopping destination that invites discovery, ease, and moments of everyday joy.”

The new tech will be tested in 400 stores with plans to make the app available to most workers in nearly all locations by August.

Early feedback has proven to be positive so far.

“We’re hearing great feedback from our team about the new app,” said Jake Seaquist, a store director at one of the pilot locations in Champlin, Minnesota.

“Streamlining day-to-day tasks goes a long way with our team members and adds up to more time spent with guests and a better guest experience across the store.”

Employees have been sharing their inside knowledge and adding materials to help shape the tool.

Target said in December it was using AI to help shoppers personalize both online and in-store trips.

Shoppers have turned toward online shopping due to the convenience, which is why many retailers have personalized the experience with predictive technology.

Brett Craig, Target’s chief information officer eased fears of the new tools possibly being used to replace workers.

“I believe the relationship between people and technology is so very important,” he told The Seattle Times.

“We’re here to make sure that they get the right tools to do their work.”

Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy have all recently launched similar tools to help employees or shoppers.

Last year, Walmart began using generative AT to enhance customer search and give employees real-time information to help them answer questions.

CEO Doug McMillon said the company had seen good results just a month after the tool was launched.

What is a retail chatbot?

Retailers are turning to artificial intelligence to personalize and improve the shopping experience.

Retail chatbots are automated virtual customer assistants that can drive sales and help shoppers by answering questions and providing suggestions.

Chatbots are used with generative AI and typically have natural language processing capabilities so they can respond to human speech.

Using AI a chatbot can learn over time, meaning the more interactions it has, the better it will become.

Chatbots are great for:

Increasing personalization
Reducing costs and improving return on investments
Improving customer service

They can also be used to extend customer support hours, track orders, collect feedback, and find brick-and-mortar locations for shoppers.

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Best Buy partnered with Google Cloud and Accenture to use AI to give shoppers a more personalized experience.

“We’re excited to bring these gen AI capabilities to life for our customers and employees by leveraging Google Cloud’s AI platform, Vertex AI, and Gemini models,” Best Buy said in a statement.

“The future of retail is constantly evolving, and we’re committed to remaining at the forefront to serve our customers in ways no one else can.”

The U.S. Sun has reached out to Target for comment.

Target CorporationThe app will be tested in 400 stores to reach all locations by August[/caption]

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Jack Wilshere: Gareth Southgate must be brave and make huge Declan Rice call for final Euro 2024 group game vs Slovenia

Alex Smith — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 21:50:26 +0000

GARETH SOUTHGATE should be brave and play Declan Rice as our sole holding midfielder.

But if England manager Southgate doesn’t want to do that — and he probably doesn’t — then he needs to give Rice the chance to play more like he does for Arsenal.

RexDeclan Rice can be England’s sole holding midfielder[/caption]

Darren FletcherJack Wilshere says England look well short of going all the way to the final[/caption]

Let’s be absolutely clear here. Rice was so important for us again during that first half against Denmark.

The fact that he had a difficult second 45 minutes showed how much England were struggling.

Rice himself would hold his hands up and say he gave away the ball too often.

But what I took overall from his performance is that he needs more help in the engine room.

He needs England to have a better structure, a better game plan, so that he does not have to use so much time and energy trying to tidy up a messy performance like this.

Rice does that job — brilliantly. That’s why I think he could anchor the whole team on his own.

With Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden playing centrally ahead of him, that would put England and Rice on the front foot, higher up the pitch and playing to our strengths.

Bellingham had showed in the opening game against Serbia last Sunday that he can drop in as an extra defensive midfielder when England don’t have possession.

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But if Gareth is unwilling to take that risk, then Conor Gallagher should have the chance against Slovenia to stake his claim to be Rice’s partner.

Of course, by not having Trent Alexander-Arnold in there, you will lose something in possession — in theory, at least, because England were really poor with the ball against Denmark even while Trent was on the pitch.

What Gallagher brings is energy and the ability to jump out in the press, break up play higher up the pitch.

He wasn’t perfect after he came on and gave the ball away a few times. But his booking — England’s first yellow card of the tournament — showed the kind of aggression that had been missing and we were at least better out of possession.

Having someone like Gallagher alongside him should give Rice the freedom to make the forward runs that he does for Arsenal.

There’s a reason why last season was his best ever for scoring goals and making assists.

He could do that for England, too. Versus Denmark, though, his main job was trying to hold together a pretty ragged England performance.

The first problem was giving the ball away. That’s not a tactical thing, that’s not a coach thing.

I don’t know whether the England players were nervous or what the reason was. It’s also strange that we have taken the lead in both games so far, yet instead of it settling us down and giving us the confidence to play, we have failed to take control.

But what was most worrying was that Denmark had a clear way of playing — while we didn’t.

They were pressing high, trying to win the ball and forcing mistakes.

Although an individual error led to their equaliser, it had been coming.

We didn’t seem to know what to do about it. We were sitting too deep.

Sometimes Harry Kane and Bellingham pressed but the midfield didn’t back it up.

The distances between the England players were just too big.
Denmark are a good team and they were passing the ball around us.

Christian Eriksen was finding so much space in that pocket for the Danes, like we wanted Foden and Bellingham to do for us.

Rice was everywhere in the first half. He had to be. Making big tackles, winning important headers, always in the right place at the right time to make an interception.

He is constantly talking, too, encouraging or demanding more — but even he was feeling it in the second half,

There’s been a lot of chat about how to bring the best out of England’s attacking players like Foden.

But I believe getting even more out of Rice is also crucial to our chances of doing something special at this tournament.

Right now, we look well short.

ENGLAND vs DENMARK RATINGS

ENGLAND stumbled to a drab 1-1 draw with Denmark.

Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the Three Lions team.

Jordan Pickford: 6

Looked a little jittery early doors, though there was nothing he could do about Morten Hjulmand’s corker and he made a decent parry after the break.

Kyle Walker: 7

Made England’s opener by racing round a sleeping Victor Kristiansen – he’ll be having nightmares of that forevermore – and teeing up Kane via a deflected cross.

John Stones: 6

OK but you have got to wonder how fit he feels having barely played for Man City in the second half of the season, plus his injury and illness issues over the last month.

Marc Guehi: 8 and my star man

Really encouraging again from the Crystal Palace centre-back, looking sharp with his interceptions and assured in distribution.

Kieran Trippier: 6

Like Stones, he was fine, but England really need Luke Shaw back ASAP because having no natural left-footer at left-back is a problem.

Trent Alexander-Arnold: 5

This experiment of playing Trent in midfield is far from convincing, especially when his passing was off it like it was here, barring one good ball to Saka. Subbed on 54 minutes.

Declan Rice: 5

Had to cover so much ground as England dropped worryingly deep in the first half and also lost it a few times in front of his back four.

Bukayo Saka: 7

Not quite as electric as his first half against Serbia, but another solid showing from our right winger who has been our most consistent attacker across the two games.

Jude Bellingham: 6

Nowhere near the majestic display he put in against Serbia and one of many who looked tired.

Phil Foden: 7

Was far more involved than against Serbia – although that was not hard – and had a few dangerous efforts from range, including one that smacked the post after the break.

Harry Kane: 6

Netted his 64th goal for his country with an opener he could not really miss, but then gave the ball away from Denmark’s leveller. Surprisingly subbed.

SUBS:

Conor Gallagher (on for Trent, 54): 7

Vital clearance on the stretch when Christian Eriksen was lurking and was not afraid to put his foot in.

Ollie Watkins (on for Kane, 70): 6

Played in by Bellingham’s lovely ball after coming on but could not finish from an acute angle.

Jarrod Bowen (on for Foden, 69): 6

Copped a nasty tackle which saw Joakim Maehle booked.

Eberechi Eze (on for Saka, 69): 6

On for his tournament bow though he was rarely involved.

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‘It’s humiliating’, Bill Belichick, 78, slammed as ‘perverted’ for dating ex-cheerleader, 24, in rant by Jason Whitlock

David Scott — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 21:42:19 +0000

JASON Whitlock has slammed Bill Belichick for his relationship with Jordan Hudson.

Belichick’s girlfriend is a former cheerleader who is 48-years his younger.

NetflixBill Belichick is under fire for the age gap in his relationship[/caption]

Instagram/jordon_isabellaBelichick, 72, is dating 24-year-old Jordan Hudson[/caption]

Footage recently emerged of Belichick sneaking out of her house shirtless last November, and they were pictured together in public on Wednesday in Nantucket.

Whitlock spoke out about Belichick’s relationship, condemning it in a series of Tweets.

“None of this makes sense,” Whitlock said.

“They’re putting Belichick through a humiliation ritual. Belichick has likely earned $100+ million coaching.

“This isn’t how an old man with money moves with a Tenderoni.”

Followers asked Whitlock if it was humiliating for Belichick to be in the relationship, and he gave a strange answer.

“Re-read my post and try to comprehend it,” Whitlock wrote.

“I’m not judging the morality of it. I’m judging the stupidity. Old millionaires do not sneak out of the house of their 22-year-old girlfriend.

“Men with money and status play home games or rent a neutral site. None of this makes sense.

“Belichick dating Gisele makes much more sense than this scenario. Belichick is captured.”

Whitlock went as far as to say the age gap in Belichick’s relationship was “Epstein-ish” in a shocking message.

“Yes, a 72-year-old with a 24-year-old is humiliating,” he wrote.

“It’s a really bad look for a man, particularly one who aspires to a leadership position.

“72 and 45, no one would care. 72 and 40, no one would care all that much. 72 and 24 looks very perverted. It looks Epstein-ish.”

It is a wild accusation to make, comparing Belichick to a convicted pedophile.

The downsides of having a massive age gap relationship

Dr. Jenn Mann, MFT, a licesesed therapist, reveals the key issues experienced by romantic partners with a huge age gap between them.

Dr. Mann claimed it might initially feel exciting when one partner is much younger than the other, like Bill Belichick, 72, and Jordon Hudson, 24, who share a whopping 48-year age difference.

“When people get older, they might just think it is refreshing that a young woman is looking at them adoringly and is attracted to them and is interested in him,” Dr. Mann told The U.S. Sun.

“[But] there is a huge gap in life experience — in just years on this planet, in the way that helps us to evolve, develop, and mature.”

“Even the most mature young person, when there is a 40-year age gap, the older people are incredibly immature.

“You’re not meeting in the middle regarding development and life experience.”

Dr. Mann said one common consideration for older male partners would be the younger female wanting a father figure.

“Usually, younger women are drawn to much older men because of unresolved issues with their fathers,” Dr. Mann added.

“This could be a lack of attention, love, someone not being there, or even someone being in the household but not being present the way she might wish he was.”

Dr. Mann noted that sexual and intimacy issues might begin to be at play, given the older partner may not have as much energy.

What’s more, for older men, “it becomes more difficult typically to get and maintain an erection,” she said.

“There are problems related to sexual performance, which can create other risks when it comes to taking medication for sexual performance.”

Socially, Dr. Mann suggested that issues may arise between a couple when they mix with friends from different generations.

“In this case, if they’re hanging with Bill’s friends in their seventies or even sixties and fifties, a 24-year-old woman at that table will likely struggle to find common ground socially,” she said.

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Belichick has never faced any accusations of any crimes, especially of the kinds Whitlock implied.

Hudson and Belichick haven’t made any comments about their relationship as things have blown up recently.

The two have been seeing each other for a while, but kept things under wraps.

Belichick was spotted supporting her at a cheerleading competition in March, and then they posed together during his trip to Croatia this month.

TMZ also claimed Hudson would make secret visits to Gillette Stadium to support him.

TMZ SportsBelichick and Hudson have been in contact for around two years[/caption]

Amid all the doom and gloom around AI, don’t forget to have fun while it does all the work

Colin Robertson — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 21:39:57 +0000

HAD a tough day at work?

Don’t worry, very soon you won’t have to bother going in, or “working from home” if you’re one of those lazy b******s.

GettyElon Musk said that artificial intelligence will step in and do most jobs for us[/caption]

GettyHowever, no AI technology can replicate feeling things as it’s what makes us human[/caption]

According to Elon Musk, we’re not far off a world where work being done by humans becomes a thing of the past.

The reigning world’s richest man told an audience at the Cannes Lions Festival on Wednesday that artificial intelligence will step in and do most jobs for us.

Speaking at the annual gathering of well-fed advertising types, he declared of AI: “I think the most likely outcome is one of abundance, where goods and services are available to anyone.

“There’s no shortage for any one of us. It would be a universal hike. Work would be optional.”

Now if that isn’t music to the ears then I don’t know what is. No more waking up at stupid o’clock to bust your balls for eight hours in order to make just enough money for your kids to waste on Fortnite V-Bucks or loom bands.

An abundance of goods — have what you want when you want it. Yes please, I opt for: Do bugger all.

But wait. This lazy utopia is not guaranteed, Musk confessed.

Oh no. There is the small matter that before we get there, AI may get a little carried away with itself and . . . annihilate humanity. The likelihood of this happening is somewhere between ten and 20 per cent, the Tesla chief posited.

He confessed: “I tend to agree with Geoff Hinton — one of the godfathers of AI — and he thinks there’s a ten to 20 per cent probability of something terrible happening.” Something terrible? Good grief.

Can we not just press the “Don’t annihilate humanity” button on whatever malignant humanoid is planning this?

Apparently not. That’s the thing about AI. It mimics — and tries to predict — how its human creators behave. And let’s face it, we behave pretty badly.

To take just one example. Don’t like your neighbour? Slaughter the population and then annex every town or city you’ve reduced to rubble.

Musk, ever the madman, says he quite fancies being around to watch the planet burn if this scenario proves to be the endgame.

He chuckled at Cannes: “Would I want to be around to see it? Probably, yes.”

Personally, I’d rather sit that one out.

No, I’m going to hold on for the 80 per cent chance that AI will make life better for me and allow me to slob about in my garden, scrolling my phone and ordering pizzas . . . with my mind (probably).

But hang on, that carries its own problems too, Musk reckons.

Despite saying we should “look on the bright side”, he admitted: “If AI can do everything you can do but better, what’s the point of doing things? I think there will be an existential crisis.”

That certainly seems to be the direction of travel if you look at some depictions of the future.

Rictus grins

They often involve expressionless humans with rictus grins gliding around an automated world, devoid of function as the robots have taken care of everything. A permanent paradise where illogical actions are a thing of the past.

But “doing things” is not the essence of humanity. (And by the way, we’ve been contemplating the meaning of life for millennia, so nothing new there.)

Hyperactive Musk, worth $215billion, thinks in these terms because he spends every waking hour “doing things”, like sending rockets to Mars and demanding a $45billion paycheck from his shareholders.

Feeling things is what makes us human — and no AI technology can replicate that.

It will never know the joy of a delicious meal or pint of Best Bitter, never appreciate a good song, a great goal, a terrible dad joke, or sex!

When it comes to feelings, AI can only approximate them. It can never take them away from us.

And us humans will never get bored of pleasure, of excitement, of love, all those emotions we enjoy in what we currently call our “free time”.

So fine, AI can do the hard work for us and let us concentrate on living.

And let’s just hope that if it ever does get the ability to feel things, it doesn’t feel like it’s got the wrong end of the deal.

DO KY’S BROOD CARE?

THE drama over which of Kyle Walker’s 357 kids will be attending England games rumbles on.

SplashLauryn Goodman was spotted at the Euro 2024 with Kyle Walker’s son Kairo as England drew with Denmark[/caption]

Last night Kairo, four, was there with mum Lauryn Goodman as England drew with Denmark.

It’s hard to keep up with this tawdry tale but I am intrigued to know how the kids found the game.

Did they enjoy watching dad running around or were they, like most kids, distracted by something – maybe a paper plane descending or what the bloke in front had on his hot dog?

I went to The Jude Bellingham Show at the weekend, aka England v Serbia, and saw first hand how some of our youngest fans engage with our national team.

As I left the stadium one poor dad was forced to fireman’s lift his fast-asleep little lad down to the train station and its three-hour queues while his little sister asked: “Who were we playing again, Mummy?”

Lauryn Goodman and Annie Kilner, hopelessly locked into some embarrassing loyalty contest, may well feel they need to take Kyle’s kids to Germany.

But I bet you 50 Deutschmarks and a currywurst they secretly wish they had just stayed at home and watched it on TV.

CUTE love-in between the world’s two biggest maniacs, Putin and Kim Jong Un.

The tyrannical twosome had a lot to catch up on as they compared how big their ballistic missiles are. But the real question is: Who has the tiniest penis?

To find that out we may need help. Anyone got a ruler . . . and a magnifying glass?

MEN appear more attractive if they are seen looking after a child, says new research.

This seems like a wasted bit of work to any of us alive in the 1980s.

The Athena “Man And Baby” poster from 1986 remains Britain’s biggest-selling, shifting five million copies.

And for the poster’s adult model, Adam Perry, it opened the bedroom door to no less than THREE THOUSAND conquests.
His ripped torso and handsome looks had nothing to do with it.

JOEY, PLEASE SHUT IT

“I’M done with social media now.”

When people talk about social media being toxic, it is people like Joey Barton, they are talking about

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And with those six words the internet looked set to become a significantly less s**t-filled cesspit.

Joey Barton suggested he was hanging up his filterless foghorn after paying £110,000 to settle libel claims from TV and radio presenter Jeremy Vine.

Former footballer Barton had called Vine a “bike nonce” on Twitter/X then doubled down when the inevitable firestorm came.

He settled with a £75,000 payment and then a further £35,000 – plus costs – and gave a cringeworthy apology, which was greeted with the applause and belly laughs it deserved.

When people talk about social media being toxic, it is people like Barton, who has beenconvicted of ABH and affray in the past, they are talking about.

His recent campaign seemingly to degrade female footballers and pundits was a masterclass in misogyny.

Alas, Barton’s need for validation was too strong, and by Wednesday night he was back ranting away on Twitter, where his page features a neon sign saying “enjoy the silence”.

If only we could.

TARTY POOPER

BRITAIN’S dedicated army of humourless snowflakes have found a new microaggression to pretend to be anxious about – Waitrose shopping bags.

X/RosieesunshineSnowflakes have found a microaggression to pretend to be anxious about – Waitrose shopping bags featuring the word TART[/caption]

Specifically, a new tote that features the word TART over one of the most popular ingredients for a, er, tart.

Apparently this gentle humour is “sexually aggressive” and, according to one women’s charity, simply “common or garden misogyny”.

Well it could be a lot worse. Potty-mouthed card company Scribbler has one, that says: “Only slags use plastic bags.”

LOTS of debate about Katy Perry’s “new look” – ie why is the famously curvaceous lass now a skinny minny?

Could it be fat jab Ozempic?

Instagram/ Katy PerryKaty Perry looks a bit gaunt and underfed in a new Just Eat advert[/caption]

Just EatCould it be fat jab Ozempic?[/caption]

Has she ditched her fave chicken nuggets and taken up muscleman boyfriend Orlando Bloom’s diet.

Perhaps she’s knocked alcohol on the head?

Whatever measures she has taken, the general view is that she looks AMAZING now she’s a size zero and not some dreadful, er, size ten porker.

But I beg to differ.

I could say the Just Eat takeaway advertiser looks a bit gaunt and underfed, but that would probably be classed as some type of body shaming.

So I won’t.

Instead, I’ll just point out that, quite frankly, she always looked fantastic, healthy and happy with herself so had absolutely no need to change her body shape.

Gary Lineker ‘shows better movement than the England team’ as MOTD host delivers scathing Harry Kane verdict

Emillia Hawkins — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 21:38:51 +0000

GARY LINEKER did not shy away from criticising Harry Kane following England’s 1-1 draw with Denmark.

The Three Lions dropped points to the Danes following a disappointing performance in Frankfurt.

AlamyGary Lineker did not hold back in his criticism of Harry Kane[/caption]

The former Three Lions star leapt off his seat to show the movement he wanted to see from the England captain

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PAHarry Kane failed to impress despite scoring[/caption]

Captain Harry Kane broke the deadlock with his first Euro 2024 goal in the 18th minute following a Kyle Walker cross.

But Morten Hjulmand equalised just before half-time with a great strike from outside the box.

England struggled to get back into the game with several players dropping deep.

And despite getting on the scoresheet, Lineker believes Kane needed to do more.

Speaking on BBC One, the Three Lions legend said: “In all honesty, I think Harry Kane needs to do a lot better. I think his movement was minimal.

“He didn’t look to go behind and he doesn’t often. But even when he comes short, he’s just drifting short very, kind of, lethargically.

“He’s plodding short. That’s not going to help.

“When you’re a striker, your two jobs are, obviously to score goals which he’s brilliant at. He has been all his career, he’s wonderful at that sort of thing.

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Kane’s touch map vs Denmark

“But I think he needs his manager to say ‘right, I need a little bit more from you Harry’. I would’ve expected that if I’d had that kind of performance.”

Fans took to social media to react to Lineker’s passionate rant, with one person writing: “Gary Lineker showing great movement off the ball here. More so than the entire England team.”

While another commented: “You can tell Lineker was reluctant to go at Kane too.”

Speaking after the match, England captain Kane admitted: “We’re struggling with and without the ball.

“The pressing in both games hasn’t been quite right. We haven’t been good enough, from top to bottom, from me to Picks (Jordan Pickford).

“Everyone is dropping below their level a bit, in terms of retaining the ball, playing under pressure.”

A draw was enough to see England remain at the top of Group C.

However, the Three Lions will need a win against Slovenia on Tuesday to go through as group winners.

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Driver fined almost $25,000 for vehicles parked on his own property – city knew about his cars for five years

Ben Shimkus — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 21:37:33 +0000

A DRIVER has accepted a nearly $25,000 fine after city officials complained for years about parking on his property.

Dozens of broken-down cars were parked on his lawn. The state complained that the man was running an unpermitted salvage yard.

GettyA driver received a $20,000 parking ticket in his own driveway (stock image)[/caption]

Brent Bapp was fined $24,859.80, officials at the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources Department of Conservation told local NBC affiliate WPTZ.

It is illegal to have too many broken-down vehicles parked on private property without a permit, state officials said.

Drivers must obtain licenses to maintain a junkyard properly and go through an environmental review.

The state said it is important to upkeep junk laws – dilapidated vehicles risk leaking hazardous waste into nearby soil and can taint the residential water supply.

This is the second time Bapp has been penalized for the infraction, according to the station.

In 2018, the homeowner was forced to remove a series of defunct vehicles after the agency found 28 junked cars on his property.

Bapp was compliant with the state’s rule by July 2020.

However, the homeowner started accruing more vehicles in the following years.

State agencies counted as many as 65 junk vehicles on Bapp’s property between December 2020 and August 2023.

The environmental agency filed a complaint with the Vermont Superior Court.

Bapp agreed to the nearly $25,000 fine. He will also remove the vehicles and be in compliance by July 31, the station reported.

JALOPY JOSTLE

Several states have struggled with an inundation of old vehicles clogging roadways, private properties, and even boat docks.

Officials in Hawai’i, California, and Deleware have grappled with a growing number of broken-down cars in their neighborhoods.

Some government agencies have said the old vehicles are piling up because of the cost-of-living crisis in their respective states.

How to report an abandoned car

Reporting an abandoned vehicle is important for keeping city streets safe and clean

Not only is an abandoned car an eyesore, it’s also a hazard to the surrounding community as pests and rodents can take refuge in the interior, engine bay, or trunk.

Leaking fluids can be dangerous for the environment, as many vehicle fluids are toxic and can wreak havoc on ecosystems if they enter waterways.

They can also encourage crime with several cities like Oakland, California reporting that drug dealers may use them to hide and side drugs or weapons.

Abandoned vehicles can also lower property values.

Therefore, they’re worth Specific contact information for your city’s abandoned car hotline may vary, but the necessary information on the vehicle is the same.

When reporting an abandoned vehicle, police will need:

The exact address of the vehicle
Information on the steering column (broken, missing, intact, etc)
Condition of the vehicle (severely damaged, windows broken, leaking fluids, missing body panels or doors, etc)
Make and model
Color
Body style (pickup truck, SUV, sedan, etc)
License plate number and state, if applicable
VIN

Many cities will allow residents to report abandoned vehicles online through an online form, or it can be called in.

Source: ABC affiliate WPVI-TV

“We recognize the plight houseless individuals face and the extraordinary high cost of living on Maui and across the state,” Ed Underwood, an administrator at The Department of Natural Resources Hawai’i Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation, said.

The agency found dozens of old boats rotting in public waters. People experiencing homelessness were using the watercraft as homes, the agency said.

But the agency had to act.

“Our boating facilities are open to everyone and it is not appropriate for certain individuals to decide to set up living quarters,” Underwood added.

Some cities have imposed strict rules against vehicle junking to dissuade residents from moving into their vehicles.

Drivers in Hilton Head, South Carolina, are subject to $500 fines if any trace of trash is left in their vehicles.

Travis Scott arrested at Miami marina after shouting at boat operator when he broke curfew and then refused to get off

Steve Brenner — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 21:35:57 +0000

TRAVIS Scott had a bust-up with a boat company over a disagreement about getting back to the marina on time which sparked his arrest in Miami, The U.S. Sun understands.

The 33-year-old was taken in by cops in the early hours of Thursday morning for causing a disturbance on a charter boat.

Miami-Dade County Sheriff's OfficeThe 33-year-old rapper was arrested in the early hours of Thursday morning by cops in Miami[/caption]

Google MapsA source has told The U.S. Sun that Scott argued with a boat operator at the Miami Beach Marina (pictured) about returning the vessel on time[/caption]

He was charged with trespassing and disorderly intoxication after local officers were called to break up a scrap.

BOAT BUST-UP

The U.S. Sun has spoken to a source close to the incident who revealed Scott became involved in a dispute with the boat operator.

According to the source, Kylie Jenner‘s ex wanted to be dropped off at different locations and refused to leave.

The cut-off time at the marina is 9 pm, according to its website, and the people maintaining the vessel were under pressure from the management to return before the curfew.

Police records show the rapper was arrested at 1:17 am and booked at Miami-Dade County jail at 4:35 am.

The source added that the boat used by Scott is normally based at a different marina, but had a temporary slip for the week.

The police report, seen by The U.S. Sun, stated he was charged with trespassing after a warning and being drunk.

It said that when cops first arrived he was “standing by the dock yelling at the vessel occupants.”

Scott was ordered to leave after the person on the boat said they did not want to press charges.

But just five minutes later, Scott returned, walking back toward the boat. He began yelling again and ignored cops, the report said.

The bond was set at $500 for trespassing and $150 for disorderly intoxication.

But the father of Jenner’s two children – they split in 2023 – hasn’t appeared too bothered.

TROUBLE AGAIN

He mocked the bleary-eyed mug shot on Instagram and posted “Lol” on X.

And on Thursday afternoon, he released a T-shirt with his mugshot printed on it.

Scott’s European tour, Circus Maximus, starts in eight days, yet this isn’t new territory for the music star.

He’s faced a string of criminal charges for inciting crowds in 2021 after 10 people were killed and hundreds injured during a set at Astroworld music festival in Texas.

He performed for over 30 minutes while a “mass casualty incident” was declared, although he and five others avoided a criminal charge following a grand jury hearing last year.

The U.S. Sun reached out to Scott’s representatives but didn’t immediately hear back.

Inside Travis Scott's criminal history

TRAVIS Scott has faced several criminal charges for inciting reckless behavior at his concerts over the years.

2015 – He pleaded guilty to charges of reckless conduct, after encouraging fans at the Lollapalooza music festival in Chicago to climb over barricades and onto the stage with him during his set
2017 – He was arrested for inciting a riot, disorderly conduct, and endangering the welfare of a minor after inciting fans to rush the stage at the Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion
He pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct and had to pay more than $6,000 to two people injured at the show
2021 – Travis faced global outrage after 10 people were killed and thousands injured in a crowd surge during his set at Astroworld in Texas
He faced lawsuits from the families of several people killed and thousands injured
2023 – A grand jury declined to charge Travis and five others criminally
2024 – He settled all of the wrongful death lawsuits
Around 2,400 injury cases filed against Travis and Live Nation are alleged to be ongoing, with hundreds combined into one case back in February 2022

GettyKylie Jenner and Travis Scott split in 2023, but have two children together[/caption]

Frustrated England stars including Kane and Bellingham consoled by Wags and family in stands after tame Denmark draw

Alex Smith — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 21:29:41 +0000

ENGLAND stars went into the stands to see their Wags and family after the disappointing 1-1 draw with Denmark.

The Three Lions put in an underwhelming performance in Frankfurt and now need to avoid defeat against Slovenia on Tuesday to book their place in the knockout rounds.

RexJude Bellingham hugged his mum Denise after the game[/caption]

PABellingham was also embraced by his dad Mark and brother Jobe[/caption]

PAHarry Kane went up to see his wife Kate[/caption]

Kyle Walker saw his wife Annie and their kids

Aaron Ramsdale was on daddy duty with his son Ronnie

PAAnd Declan Rice was delighted as he hugged his son Jude[/caption]

Harry Kane opened the scoring for England but was subbed off by Gareth Southgate with 69 minutes on the clock following a tough night up front.

After the final whistle, he was pictured in the crowd being consoled by his wife Kate, who was wearing a Three Lions shirt with No9 on the back.

Jude Bellingham was England’s goalscoring hero in the first game – but after a difficult evening, he was also spotted with his family in the stands.

The midfielder looked frustrated as went to see his mum Denise, dad Mark and younger brother Jobe.

Bellingham got a hug off his mum before another embrace from his father.

Kyle Walker helped create Kane’s goal with a burst of pace down the right and went to see his kids in the stands later.

His sons wore cute England shirts with dad and his No2 printed on the back as they cheered him on alongside their mum Annie.

Arsenal duo Aaron Ramsdale and Declan Rice were on father duties as they went to see their Wags and kids.

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The goalkeeper was handed his son Ronnie by wife Georgina and he fed his baby from a bottle.

Meanwhile, Rice picked up his boy Jude as he sat with girlfriend Lauren Fryer.

Others heading up to their loved-ones were Bukayo Saka, who relaxed with girlfriend Tolami Benson.

And Jordan Pickford was pictured getting cosy with his missus Megan.

It was another cameo appearance off the bench for Jarrod Bowen and he went up to see his family and partner Dani Dyer.

Despite an underwhelming result, John Stones was all smiles as he posed for a photo with his kids.

England are back in action on Tuesday against Slovenia and Gareth Southgate will be hoping Luke Shaw is back from injury after he was also spotted with his family post-match.

Rice played another 90 minutes for England

He was handed Jude by his girlfriend Lauren

RexJarrod Bowen had a chat with his partner Dani Dyer[/caption]

ReutersBukayo Saka put his feet up alongside girlfriend Tolami Benson[/caption]

John Stones posed for a snap with his family

RexAnd Jordan Pickford was seen with his wife Megan[/caption]

ENGLAND vs DENMARK RATINGS

ENGLAND stumbled to a drab 1-1 draw with Denmark.

Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the Three Lions team.

Jordan Pickford: 6

Looked a little jittery early doors, though there was nothing he could do about Morten Hjulmand’s corker and he made a decent parry after the break.

Kyle Walker: 7

Made England’s opener by racing round a sleeping Victor Kristiansen – he’ll be having nightmares of that forevermore – and teeing up Kane via a deflected cross.

John Stones: 6

OK but you have got to wonder how fit he feels having barely played for Man City in the second half of the season, plus his injury and illness issues over the last month.

Marc Guehi: 8 and my star man

Really encouraging again from the Crystal Palace centre-back, looking sharp with his interceptions and assured in distribution.

Kieran Trippier: 6

Like Stones, he was fine, but England really need Luke Shaw back ASAP because having no natural left-footer at left-back is a problem.

Trent Alexander-Arnold: 5

This experiment of playing Trent in midfield is far from convincing, especially when his passing was off it like it was here, barring one good ball to Saka. Subbed on 54 minutes.

Declan Rice: 5

Had to cover so much ground as England dropped worryingly deep in the first half and also lost it a few times in front of his back four.

Bukayo Saka: 7

Not quite as electric as his first half against Serbia, but another solid showing from our right winger who has been our most consistent attacker across the two games.

Jude Bellingham: 6

Nowhere near the majestic display he put in against Serbia and one of many who looked tired.

Phil Foden: 7

Was far more involved than against Serbia – although that was not hard – and had a few dangerous efforts from range, including one that smacked the post after the break.

Harry Kane: 6

Netted his 64th goal for his country with an opener he could not really miss, but then gave the ball away from Denmark’s leveller. Surprisingly subbed.

SUBS:

Conor Gallagher (on for Trent, 54): 7

Vital clearance on the stretch when Christian Eriksen was lurking and was not afraid to put his foot in.

Ollie Watkins (on for Kane, 70): 6

Played in by Bellingham’s lovely ball after coming on but could not finish from an acute angle.

Jarrod Bowen (on for Foden, 69): 6

Copped a nasty tackle which saw Joakim Maehle booked.

Eberechi Eze (on for Saka, 69): 6

On for his tournament bow though he was rarely involved.

McDonald’s restaurant near popular beach closes suddenly with signage removed in hours as customers slam ‘poor service’

Brandon Cruz — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 21:28:04 +0000

A POPULAR McDonald’s location is closing down for good – but many customers aren’t surprised.

Residents like Kenneth Lowe, a regular at the fast-food chain, only found out about the closing after buying his bi-weekly breakfast.

Google MapsA popular McDonald’s location in Virginia is closing for good[/caption]

GettyOne customer, Kenneth Lowe, didn’t find out until he was buying breakfast[/caption]

He followed this same ritual every two weeks over several years.

But during his most recent trip on the day after Father’s Day, Lowe was hit by the stunning realization.

He was shocked when an employee at the Virginia Beach drive-thru told him it was the store’s last day, and they would be closing for good at noon.

This Mcdonald’s was located between Chic’s Beach and First Landing, only steps away from Chesapeake Bay.

This made it a popular stop for families heading to the beach and tourists checking out the popular area.

But just because it was located in a popular spot, doesn’t mean the business ran successfully.

“I wasn’t shocked due to the poor service,” Willie Wilcox chief operating officer of McLeskey, a Virginia Beach real estate company told local newspaper The Virginian Pilot.

“I noticed in the last year that the service was slower. It would take 10 minutes to order and another 10 minutes to get my food,” Lowe added.

“The employees told me they had a hard time finding people to work, so they were always shorthanded.”

Lowe says he already saw the employees taking down signs and the famous arches.

“They’re not wasting any time,” he said.

The good news, at least, is that the employees will not be going jobless.

All employees at the now-closed location are being transferred to other nearby McDonald’s.

Lowe decided to share the news on social media, with his post going viral on Nextdoor within 24 hours.

Some comments complained about the location’s poor service over the years.

Some even guessed it was a major factor in why the location didn’t last.

But others also reminisced on the good times they shared at the restaurant.

Wilcox says he started getting a lot of texts about the closing, mainly from people interested in buying the land.

“My guess is that the real estate was worth more than running the business,” he said.

Who is JJ Redick’s wife, Chelsea Kilgore? Get to know the Los Angeles Lakers coach’s family

Yara Palin — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 21:21:08 +0000

JJ Redick is a former professional basketball player turned podcaster and sports analyst.

The Los Angeles Lakers revealed that Redick will be their new head coach, leaving many basketball fans curious about his married life.

Steve Granitz/WireImageJJ Redick and Chelsea Kilgore attended the 2015 ESPYS on July 15, 2015, in Los Angeles, California[/caption]

Who is JJ Redick’s wife, Chelsea Kilgore?

JJ Redick has been married to Chelsea Kilgore in 2010. While her husband is often in the spotlight, Chelsea prefers to keep a low profile.

She describes herself as a “Twin, Mommy, Pilates instructor, wifey,” on her Instagram profile, which she keeps private.

The couple reportedly met during JJ’s rookie year with the Orlando Magic in 2006.

Chelsea is also a part of the JJ Redick Foundation, which works to encourage children to pursue their passion for sports.

The foundation was formed just a year after the couple tied the knot.

The couple celebrated their tenth anniversary in 2021 and JJ commemorated the milestone in an Instagram post.

He shared a wedding photo with the caption, “Celebrating 10 years of marriage today. Happy Anniversary, Chelsea.

“The last ten years have been the best of my life. Thanks for your love, your friendship, and for being the best mom to Knox and Kai. Cheers to many more decades.”

Do JJ Redick and Chelsea Kilgore have children?

JJ Redick and Chelsea Kilgore have welcomed two sons throughout their marriage.

Their oldest son, Knox Redick, was born in August 2014, while their younger son Kai Redick was born in 2016.

The family of four currently live together in the Dumbo neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York.

In 2019, they gave Architectural Digest a tour of their European-inspired duplex.

Instagram/jjredickJJ Redick and his wife, Chelsea, have welcomed two sons together throughout their marriage[/caption]

How long did JJ Redick play in the NBA?

JJ Redick was drafted 11th overall by the Orlando Magic in 2006, where he played for seven seasons.

In 2012, he spent a season with the Milwaukee Bucks before moving to the Los Angeles Clippers in 2013.

JJ then signed with the Philadelphia 76ers in 2017 and stayed with the team until 2019.

From 2019 until 2020, JJ played with the New Orleans Pelicans.

He closed out his career with a season on the Dallas Mavericks roster that began in 2020.

After the 2021 season, he retired from the NBA after 15 seasons in the league with six different teams.

You’ll have just one week to spot rare explosion in sky – trick to find it as experts warn it could happen any day now

Mackenzie Tatananni — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 21:18:48 +0000

A PAIR of stars in a distant constellation are expected to erupt within the next few months.

T Coronae Borealis, known to astronomers as T CrB, is a binary system composed of a white dwarf and a red giant.

NASAA binary system called T Coronae Borealis is expected to explode in coming months, marking the first eruption in 80 years[/caption]

Every eight decades, a buildup of heat and pressure triggers an explosion that appears as a bright pinpoint of light in the night sky.

But there’s a catch – scientists aren’t sure when exactly the fiery display will make an appearance.

Some say the explosion could happen as soon as September 2024, marking the first of the century.

“It’s a once-in-a-lifetime event that will create a lot of new astronomers out there, giving young people a cosmic event they can observe for themselves, ask their own questions, and collect their own data,” said Dr. Rebekah Hounsell, an assistant research scientist at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center.

However, onlookers must watch closely, as the outburst will be brief. Once the star erupts, it will be visible to the naked eye for just under a week.

T Coronae Borealis is nestled in the Northern Crown, a U-shaped collection of stars some 3,000 light-years away.

Luckily, it is easy to find on clear nights. It sits just between the constellations Hercules and Bootes.

Viewers must first locate the two brightest stars in the Northern Hemisphere, Arcturus and Vega. Tracing a straight line from one to the other will lead to the Corona Borealis.

Another option is downloading the Night Sky app and typing in the name of the constellation.

Night Sky and similar stargazing apps provide a simulation of celestial objects based on a user’s location.

AppleViewers can use stargazing phone applications to find the Corona Borealis constellation and locate the nova within[/caption]

T CrB is comprised of a white dwarf and an ancient red giant. The white dwarf is roughly the size of our Earth, with the mass of the Sun, and exerts a relentless gravitational pull on its neighbor.

These forces strip the red giant of its hydrogen, which builds on the white dwarf’s surface and triggers a buildup of pressure and heat.

The end result is a huge thermonuclear explosion that blows away the hydrogen, and the cycle continues every 80 years.

T CrB is known as a nova, characterized by a sudden increase in brightness followed by a gradual return to its original state.

It is not to be confused with a supernova, which signals the end of a star’s lifecycle.

NASA’s Goddard Space Flight CenterThe explosion is triggered by a white dwarf in the system exerting a strong gravitational tug on a nearby red dwarf and stripping it of hydrogen[/caption]

Experts believe the first recorded sighting of the T CrB nova occurred in 1217.

That autumn, a German monk noted “a faint star that for a time shone with great light.”

Irish astronomer John Birmingham spotted the explosion in 1866, just years before his death. He is credited with the nova’s discovery.

T CrB last lit up the sky in 1946. However, its behavior over the past decade mirrors that of the decade leading up to the last eruption.

What is the Corona Borealis constellation?

Corona Borealis is a small constellation in the Northern Celestial Hemisphere.

It is one of the 48 constellations listed by the 2nd-century astronomer Ptolemy.

Its brightest stars form a semicircular arc.

There are seven stars that make up the constellation’s distinctive crown-shaped pattern.

The constellation of Corona Borealis is located between Hercules and Boötes in the night sky.

Its brightest star is the Alpha Coronae Borealis.

There is also a yellow supergiant R Coronae Borealis.

T Coronae Borealis, also known as the Blaze Star, last flared up to magnitude 2 in 1946, and is predicted to do the same in 2024.

This gives scientists reason to believe that T CrB is due to blow in a matter of months. However, even the experts don’t know what to expect.

Dr. Koji Mukai, a fellow astrophysics researcher at NASA Goddard, describes recurrent novae as “unpredictable and contrarian”.

“When you think there can’t possibly be a reason they follow a certain set pattern, they do – and as soon as you start to rely on them repeating the same pattern, they deviate from it completely,” he said.

“We’ll see how T CrB behaves.”

Roy Keane digs out the England team as he claims ‘something is amiss’ with Southgate’s squad after Denmark draw

Ian Tuckey — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 21:00:16 +0000

ROY KEANE reckons England’s Euro 2024 camp has much bigger problems than two poor displays.

The Manchester United legend claims “something is amiss” after worrying displays in a 1-0 win over Serbia and then a 1-1 draw with Denmark.

GettyJude Bellingham, seen fending off Denmark scorer Morten Hjulmand, showed troubling hints of frustration, says Roy Keane[/caption]

RexBoss Gareth Southgate has substituted converted full-back Trent Alexander-Arnold in England’s first two Euro 2024 group games[/caption]

Roy Keane spoke out on ITV

Keane singled out the body language of England’s most-feared player, Jude Bellingham, as a potential sign of trouble following their Dane pain.

The ITV pundit also gave a brutal verdict on Southgate‘s “huge gamble” of playing Liverpool wing-back Trent Alexander-Arnold in midfield.

Keane said: “There’s something amiss. I’m talking about the balance. Bellingham is waving his arms.

“This is a big test for Gareth, a big challenge.”

The former midfield hardman was impressed with Southgate’s unusual decision to take off goalscorer Harry Kane, Bukayo Saka and Phil Foden midway through the goalless second half.

But Keane added: “It looks like he’s over-thinking things.

“He’s made a few substitutions, which I admire – a bit of bravery there, making the three changes.

“But there’s something amiss with this group.”

Alexander-Arnold has produced two iffy displays, according to critics

AlamyEngland stars including Bellingham and Alexander-Arnold didn’t look too happy after subsiding to a 1-1 stalemate with Denmark[/caption]

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TAA’s match stats show he was involved everywhere outside the two boxes

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Keane was even more blunt in his assessment of Alexander-Arnold, who twice now has been chosen ahead of workhorse Conor Gallagher and link-player Adam Wharton in the centre.

The ex-Sunderland and Ipswich chief, 52, said: “When you’ve been taken off in both games it’s not a good sign.

ENGLAND vs DENMARK RATINGS

ENGLAND stumbled to a drab 1-1 draw with Denmark.

Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the Three Lions team.

Jordan Pickford: 6

Looked a little jittery early doors, though there was nothing he could do about Morten Hjulmand’s corker and he made a decent parry after the break.

Kyle Walker: 7

Made England’s opener by racing round a sleeping Victor Kristiansen – he’ll be having nightmares of that forevermore – and teeing up Kane via a deflected cross.

John Stones: 6

OK but you have got to wonder how fit he feels having barely played for Man City in the second half of the season, plus his injury and illness issues over the last month.

Marc Guehi: 8 and my star man

Really encouraging again from the Crystal Palace centre-back, looking sharp with his interceptions and assured in distribution.

Kieran Trippier: 6

Like Stones, he was fine, but England really need Luke Shaw back ASAP because having no natural left-footer at left-back is a problem.

Trent Alexander-Arnold: 5

This experiment of playing Trent in midfield is far from convincing, especially when his passing was off it like it was here, barring one good ball to Saka. Subbed on 54 minutes.

Declan Rice: 5

Had to cover so much ground as England dropped worryingly deep in the first half and also lost it a few times in front of his back four.

Bukayo Saka: 7

Not quite as electric as his first half against Serbia, but another solid showing from our right winger who has been our most consistent attacker across the two games.

Jude Bellingham: 6

Nowhere near the majestic display he put in against Serbia and one of many who looked tired.

Phil Foden: 7

Was far more involved than against Serbia – although that was not hard – and had a few dangerous efforts from range, including one that smacked the post after the break.

Harry Kane: 6

Netted his 64th goal for his country with an opener he could not really miss, but then gave the ball away from Denmark’s leveller. Surprisingly subbed.

SUBS:

Conor Gallagher (on for Trent, 54): 7

Vital clearance on the stretch when Christian Eriksen was lurking and was not afraid to put his foot in.

Ollie Watkins (on for Kane, 70): 6

Played in by Bellingham’s lovely ball after coming on but could not finish from an acute angle.

Jarrod Bowen (on for Foden, 69): 6

Copped a nasty tackle which saw Joakim Maehle booked.

Eberechi Eze (on for Saka, 69): 6

On for his tournament bow though he was rarely involved.

“I thought it was always a huge gamble to play someone where he doesn’t play week in week out for his club.

“A lot of people say he drifts in there for Liverpool. But drifting in and starting there are two completely different things.

“It’s a tough position. He’s come up short in the two games. It’s not all down to him.

“It’s a huge gamble to throw a full-back into the middle of the park.”

Keane also believes that, as Alexander-Arnold struggled against Serbia and Denmark, he would be in deeper trouble against Europe’s major nations.

He said: “This isn’t again the French or the Spanish of the Germans. This was in two games we thought would be fairly comfortable.

“It’s a big ask for him and he’s not up to it.”

Meet England's Euro 2024 Wags

England Wags range from childhood sweethearts to recently blossoming love stories.

Katie Goodland (Harry Kane’s wife)

The fitness instructor has been married to the England captain since 2019 and joined him in Germany with their four children after he joined Bayern Munich.

Laura Celia Valk (Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend)

The stunning Dutch model, 25, has more than half a million Instagram followers and is said to be absolutely smitten with the Real Madrid star.

Rebecca Cooke (Phil Foden’s girlfriend)

Foden’s childhood sweetheart and the mother of his two kids tends to keep out of the spotlight, but is a regular at England games.

Dani Dyer (Jarrod Bowen’s girlfriend)

England’s most famous Wag, former Love Island winner and daughter of Eastenders’ Danny Dyer.

Iris Law (Trent Alexander-Arnold’s girlfriend)

Dani Dyer isn’t the only actor’s daughter dating an England star. Iris’ dad is Hollywood legend Jude Law.

Megan Davison (Jordan Pickford’s wife)

Megan has been with Pickford since he was 14 years old. The couple married in 2022 and have one son.

Olivia Naylor (John Stones’ girlfriend)

The 33-year-old former beautician has stepped back from her role after giving birth to a baby son.

NBA fans make ‘he’s the next’ prediction about JJ Redick after being named LA Lakers coach to link up with LeBron James

David Scott — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 21:00:02 +0000

THE Los Angeles Lakers are hiring JJ Redick as the next head coach of the franchise.

After being considered the frontrunner during the interview process, the Lakers and Redick have put pen to paper on a four-year deal.

GettyThe Los Angeles Lakers are hiring JJ Redick as the team’s head coach[/caption]

GettyRedick is being hired on a four-year deal[/caption]

Redick spent 15 years as a player in the NBA and has spent his time in retirement as an analyst.

The former Los Angeles Clipper has a highly-touted basketball mind, and that is what swayed Lakers vice president and general manager Rob Pelinka and owner Jeanie Buss.

Redick’s basketball IQ ultimately swayed the executives at the Lakers and they reportedly believe that he will be able to connect with players well and have a short learning curve.

The ESPN analyst was the frontrunner for the job, but nearly missed out on the opportunity to UConn head coach Dan Hurley.

The Lakers offered Hurley a six-year, $70 million deal which he turned down to stay at the college level.

They turned their attention back to Redick after the deal fell through.

It also didn’t hurt that Redick has a strong relationship with LeBron James, with the duo hosting a basketball podcast together.

Redick will move into a tie for the third-youngest coach in the league at 39 years old.

There are plenty of question marks surrounding Redick though, as he is taking over the Lakers with zero coaching experience.

He isn’t the first to follow that path though, as multiple former players have been thrust into head coaching jobs with no experience.

Larry Bird, Doc Rivers, Mark Jackson, and Jason Kidd all started coaching without ever being an assistant, according to ESPN.

Fans have split opinions about the hiring, and shared their thoughts on social media.

“This either the greatest hire of all time or the worst hire… there’s no in between with this,” one fan said.

“LAKERS ARE FINISHED,” another fan said.

“Got the next Kerr everyone can kick rocks,” a third fan said.