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Ballon d’Or winner who was president of his country reveals surprise Premier League team he supports

FORMER Ballon d’Or winner George Weah has revealed which Premier League team he supports.

Weah, 58, was present at last night’s Ballon d’Or ceremony having won the award himself in 1995.

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George Weah has revealed the Premier League club he grew up supporting[/caption]
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Weah won the Ballon d’Or in 1995[/caption]

The retired striker had a glittering career that saw him win the league at both AC Milan and PSG.

While he also ventured into the Premier League with spells at both Chelsea and Manchester City during the twilight of his playing days.

But despite representing two Prem sides, and even winning the FA Cup with Chelsea, Weah supports a completely different side in England’s top flight.

The 75-time Liberia international revealed that he’s actually a Tottenham Hotspur fan.

Weah told the crowd at the Ballon d’Or ceremony that he grew up supporting Spurs, and explained that Harry Kane is one of his favourite players these days thanks to his time in north London.

He said: “That’s [Harry Kane] one of the players that I love. I’m a fan of Mr. Kane.

“Well, he played for my team. I’m a very big fan, because I believe that he’s a very strong and very clever striker.

“And I support Tottenham, since I was a kid. And I love him.”

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Weah pointed out Harry Kane as one of his favourite Ballon d’Or nominees, explaining that he grew up as a Spurs fan[/caption]
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Harry Kane smiled on as he heard Weah’s gushing assessment of him[/caption]
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Weah admitted to his Spurs upbringing despite formerly representing rivals Chelsea[/caption]

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Weah’s career never saw him make his way to Tottenham and represent his boyhood club, but it certainly was one that plenty of other players would be envious of.

Although his life after nine domestic trophies might be even more impressive than his football career.

Unbelievably, Weah went on to serve as the president of his home country of Liberia.

The retired pro was the 25th president of the African nation and served in office from January 2018 until January of this year.

Weah is also the father of Juventus and USA national team winger Timothy Weah.

While he is also the uncle of New York Red Bulls full-back Kyle Duncan.

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Weah previously served as the president of Liberia[/caption]
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He is also the father of Juventus star Timothy Weah[/caption]

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Britain’s ‘Human Ken Doll’ who appeared on This Morning faces PRISON after admitting ‘sextortion’ blackmail plot

BRITAIN’S “Human Ken Doll” who once appeared on ITV’s This Morning is facing a prison sentence after admitting a “sextortion” blackmail offence.

Jimmy Featherstone, 25, had told Alison Hammond that he spends £1,000 a year on plastic surgery to maintain his “perfect face”.

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Jimmy Featherstone with Alison Hammond on ITV’s This Morning
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Jimmy Featherstone, also known as 'Ken Doll', pictured outside Hull Crown Court
Featherstone outside Hull Crown Court

Now the wannabe reality TV star has been warned he could be locked up for blackmailing a man.

The police had, in a statement, previously described the offence as involving “sextortion”.

Neil Coxon, prosecuting, said that the blackmail offence affected not only the man, who was the victim of it, but also his partner.

A statement from the partner was being obtained as part of the prosecution case, said Mr Coxon.

Recorder Ian Mullarkey told Featherstone: “You have pleaded guilty to what is a serious case.”

All options would be considered at the next hearing, including a possible prison sentence.

Featherstone was warned that, if he failed to attend at court next time or he committed any further offences, he would be committing a separate offence.

His bail was on condition that he lived at his home address and that he did not contact the blackmail victim in any way, whether directly, indirectly or through social media.

He was accompanied at court by a female supporter.

Featherstone, known for his colourful persona, appeared on the TV programme Hooked On The Look, which featured the world of cosmetic surgery.

In 2021, Featherstone appeared on ITV‘s This Morning, alongside Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary, where he discussed his addiction to fake tanning and tanning injections.

Featherstone has been fake tanning since he was 15 and using tanning injections since he was 18 – even though they are illegal in the UK.

Straight after using tanning injections, Featherstone explained how he’ll then jump on a sunbed.

In fact, he will try “anything” when it comes to tanning.

Having just been compared to the Ken Doll at the time, Featherstone admitted he loves the plastic look.

He said: “I’m a very happy person. There’s nothing wrong with the way I feel, it’s not that I haven’t got supportive friends or family, because I have.

“I purely do it because I wanna change the way I look and that’s because I like the outcome.”

When Alison asked if he was happy with the way he looks, he said: “No. There’s a long way to go.”

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Two influencers drowned on sinking yacht ‘after refusing life jackets because they’d ruin selfies’, police chief says

TWO influencers drowned to death as they refused to wear life jackets when the party boat they were on sank, police said.

Aline Tamara Moreira de Amorim, 37, and Beatriz Tavares da Silva Faria, 27, died as they reportedly thought the life-saving gear would ruin their “selfies.”

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Influencer Aline Tamara Moreira de Amorim, 37, drowned to death[/caption]
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She died when a wave struck the party boat she was on with friends[/caption]
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Beatriz Tavares da Silva Faria, 27, also drowned to death[/caption]
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Police said the influencers had refused to wear life jackets as it would have ruined their ‘selfies’[/caption]

Tragedy struck after an overcrowded boat was sunk by a wave on a stretch of coast known as the Devil’s Throat off the coast of Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Police revealed two women refused to wear life jackets on 29th September.

Sao Vincente police commissioner Marcos Alexandre Alfino shared the shocking reason Aline and Beatriz did not use the protective gear.

Commissioner Alfino said: “Some didn’t want to put them on because they were taking selfies.

“They said that they get in the way of their tanning.”

These revelations came a month after the tragic incident following investigators’ inquiries with the boat’s skipper.

The captain, one of five survivors, said he was ordered to take six influencers to the shore despite his boat having a maximum capacity of five passengers.

He added that the boat was too heavy to save after the wave struck.

Police are now trying to establish if their deaths were a tragic accident or preventable.

Commissioner Alfino added: “All this is being determined very calmly to conclude if the fatalities were based on recklessness or negligence.”

Vanessa Audrey da Silva, Camila Alves de Carvalho, Daniel Gonçalves Ferreira, Gabriela Santos Lima and Natan Cardoso Soares da Silva, who were also on the vessel, were rescued shortly after the accident.

Beatriz’s body was recovered at sea and Aline’s body was found on a beach by rescuers on 4 October.

Aline posted photographs with her pals on the luxury yacht onto social media, shortly before the tragedy.

Survivor Vanessa said the group of friends had met up to party on the yacht and spend the day drinking.

The friends later split into two groups and onto separate vessels to get back to shore but one, a rented speedboat, was swamped by a wave on the return journey.

Vanessa said she had managed to scramble into a life jacket and survived by clinging to rocks.

She said: “There was a moment in the water when no one could see anyone. I was fighting for life.”

Another survivor, Camila, recalled how she almost died in that terrifying moment.

She said: “There were very strong waves, we almost died. We didn’t know how to swim.

“I knew that I couldn’t take it for long. I hurt my foot and swallowed a lot of water.

“We threw ourselves into the rocks.”

The ‘Devil’s Throat’, the region where the accident occurred, is located between Porchat Island and Xixova-Japui State Park, in Sao Vicente.

It attracts surfers because of its waves, but hides several dangers due to the strong currents that hit the area.

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Tragedy as woman’s body is found in river near cafe with forensic officers launching investigation

THE body of a woman in her 80s has been found in a river as cops launch an investigation.

The tragic discovery was made near Tuckton Tea Gardens, in the River Stour off Belle Vue Road in Dorset at around 9.21am today.

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The body of a woman in her 80s has been found in a river as cops launch an investigation

Dorset Police have launched an investigation into the death.

A spokesperson for Dorset Police said: “The death is not being treated as suspicious and the woman’s next of kin has been informed.

“The coroner has also been notified.

“Our thoughts are with the woman’s family and friends at this very difficult time.”

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Six ways ‘saucy’ Maura Higgins overhauled her image from ‘desperate cut & paste reality star’ to ultra-polished A-lister

RENOWNED for her sky-rocketing career and jaw-dropping good looks, Maura Higgins has shown she has both the beauty and brains to conquer the showbiz world. 

At 33, Maura first burst onto the scene on Love Island in 2019, and she’s now officially the third most successful contestant from the show. 

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Maura Higgins looks super glamorous as she attended the National Television Awards in 2023[/caption]
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The former Love Island has overhauled her image completely insiders say[/caption]
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She is now a woman who is in demand in the showbiz industry and shows no signs of slowly down[/caption]
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Pete Wicks and Maura Higgins were pictured not being able to keep their hands off each other whilst out in London[/caption]

With an estimated net worth of £3.2 million, Maura is not just a reality TV star, she’s a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry.

This week it was revealed that she has a new love interest with Strictly Come Dancing star Pete Wicks, as The Sun’s exclusive images show the pair enjoying a kiss after a date at east London hotspot Gloria.

Since joining the fifth season of the ITV dating show, brand and culture expert Nick Ede believes that Maura has had a huge overhaul of her image. 

He says: “Maura Higgins has truly become a style star, commanding attention every time she steps onto the red carpet

“Her current ultra-polished look is worlds away from her early days, where her style was more of a cut-and-paste reality starlet vibe. 

“She’s now found fame on both sides of the Atlantic, evolving into a bona fide style icon with no signs of slowing down. 

“Despite this incredible transformation, Maura has kept her sensational sense of humour and that irresistible, sexy attitude.

“She’s even caught the eye of Pete Wicks – who knows, she might just make a decent man out of him yet.”

Whilst in the villa Maura was labelled as “desperate” as she made her intentions with Tommy Fury clear since she first arrived at the villa.

But the former ring girl, then 28, left viewers “cringing” after she was continuously rejected by the boxer, then 20. 

She then was drawn to Curtis Pritchard and ended up leaving the show with him. 

At first, their split seemed amicable, but after photos emerged of Curtis kissing dancer Amber Pierson, Maura seemed to be angry.

Curtis has always denied cheating.

Body language expert Judi James believes her desperate attempts to seduce Tommy, only to lose her to Molly-Mae though, could have been a fatal career hiccup.

She says: “Equally damaging could have been her clingy, opportunistic attachment to Curtis Pritchard, which appeared to be a transparent, sell-out effort to remain on the show.”

But since leaving the show, Maura has shown her talent for being a star in her own right, with or without a celebrity arm to hand off. 

She was a memorable character who people loved to hate, which only piqued fans’ curiosity about her life

Nick Ede, brand and culture expert

Her little black book might look like a reality booker’s go-to manual, but the guys she dates are no longer necessary to her level of fame. 

Nick says: “Maura started her TV career as just another wannabe on Love Island, often remembered for her messy antics in the villa. 

“She was a memorable character who people loved to hate, which only piqued fans’ curiosity about her life. 

“Her relationship with Curtis Pritchard continued for months after the show, quickly establishing her as a star outside the villa.”

Being memorable

Maura was branded as “desperate” after trying to get with Tommy Fury on Love Island
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Her legendary ‘fanny flutters’ were matched only by her boldness in calling men out on the show
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But the public ended up falling for her directness and calling the men on the show out. pls can you add his age at the time into this line? But the former ring girl, then 28, left viewers “cringing” after she was continuously rejected by the boxer.

Judi adds: “She was as direct as an Exocet missile whenever a fit man crossed her path, exuding a magnetic charm that was both captivating and commanding. 

Instead of being perceived as tacky, it was a stylish move that solidified her brand

Nick Ede, brand and culture expert

“Her legendary ‘fanny flutters’ were matched only by her boldness in calling men out, effortlessly putting them in their place. 

“With a sassy, saucy streak, she became a feminist icon, blending empowerment with an irresistible flair.”

Stylish and demure

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Maura keeps manages to be sexy without being “tacky” with her style[/caption]
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Maura’s talent as a TV host became evident when she hosted the Aftersun shows in the UK in June this year[/caption]

With her racy outfits, Maura also became a fixture on every red carpet.

And now, she’s completely revamped her image, transforming into a stylish celebrity everyone wants to emulate.

Nick says: “After Love Island, Maura was fortunate enough to land a spot on Dancing on Ice. 

“This opportunity helped her build a larger fan base and cement her status as a bona fide celebrity. 

“Her social media presence exploded, allowing her to secure numerous brand deals. 

“She transitioned from promoting fast fashion ranges to showcasing more exclusive pieces, further elevating her style.”

Brand deals

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Her social media presence exploded, allowing her to secure numerous brand deals[/caption]
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In November 2019, Maura launched her first lingerie collection with Ann Summers and has since done several collections.

Nick says: “Her collaboration with Ann Summers was a massive hit, turning heads and winning her a legion of male and female fans alike. 

“Instead of being perceived as tacky, it was a stylish move that solidified her brand.”

Maura’s talent as a TV host became evident when she hosted the Aftersun shows in the UK in June this year, and her charm didn’t go unnoticed across the pond either. 

This is not the same girl we saw desperate to lure guys like Tommy off to Hideaway

Judi James, body language expert

Nick says: “The US also recruited her to host, where she proved she has both beauty and brains, commanding the screen with ease.

“Unapologetic in her life choices, especially when it comes to men, Maura still has them wrapped around her finger. 

“But she’s upped her game in the style stakes, rising from a typical Love Island contestant to a celebrity in her own right. 

“By polishing her look, creating an aura of mystery, and maintaining the big personality that everyone fell in love with, Maura has truly become an unstoppable force in the world of fashion and entertainment.”

Judi believes her transformation is partly thanks to her breath-taking poses that have taken her from Love Island wannabe to marketing herself as a confident, high-status woman leading the celebrity life on her own terms.

Effortlessly A-list 

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Judi James believes we love her as she shows off her fun side on Instagram[/caption]

Maura doesn’t just scrub up well for red-carpet events, her styling and her poses create the look of a true Hollywood A-list star. 

Judi says: “Her focus is clearly on elegance and class, which propels her image and her perceptual celebrity status skyward, away from her D-list launch pad of fanny flutters and string bikinis.

“The trick here is as much about the pose as the pearls. 

“Maura’s upper torso forward bend and then the lift of her head creates an haute couture look from 50’s Vogue

“Her facial expression is pure Marilyn Monroe, with the heavy lids and partly-opened lips mimicking a very high-class version of sexual arousal. 

“This is not the same girl we saw desperate to lure guys like Tommy off to Hideaway, this is the look of a girl who would barely be aware of his existence.”

Splayed Goddess 

When capturing the perfect shot, Maura uses space and a sense of unapproachability or being untouchable.

Judi believes this sends a signal of a high status that she has parted ways from since Love Island.

She says: “On the show she was begging Tommy for a massage, here she looks like a human assault course in terms of blocking access to anyone. 

“Space is one of the most powerful signals of high status, which is why we feel powerless in crowded tubes and lifts. 

“Forget the lift for Maura though, in this dramatic pose she lets the world know she now takes up a whole staircase to herself.”

Adored, not adoring 

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Kai was seen holding Maura from behind like a man besotted, vying to get her attention[/caption]

Maura’s recent pics with celebrity guys show a very powerful message in terms of power in relationships and who now calls the shots. 

With Pete Wicks, Giovanni and Kai Waddington her body language shows she’s now allowing them to do the running rather than the other way round.

Judi says: “Her recent photo with Pete Wicks shows him hugging her in an act of adoration while she grins over his shoulder, looking distracted and way more interested in the cigarette she’s holding.

“These looks suggest she’s happy to date these men but that they are not vital to her career or even her happiness any more. 

“She registers control here, which is a message her fans will adore.”

Why do we love Maura Higgin so much?

By Judi James, body language expert

Maura is very keen on adding regular pictures of herself to her Instagram showing off her  loyal side. 

She presents that she is the fun friend you’d want on a girls’ holiday or hen night. 

Her appeal has always been about projected integrity with a ‘what you see is what you get’ vibe and these photos of her laughing and sharing fun moments with friends make her seem relatable and accessible when she’s off-set and off the red carpet. 

Unlike so many celebs on social media her happiness doesn’t seem built around wearing matching onesies with her man or showing off family meals or the perfect kitchen range. 

She lets us know a good night still doesn’t have to involve sitting in front of a log fire gazing at the stone in your engagement ring.

Maura is also adept at some celebrity mimicry. 

Her pics will often make you do a double-take, thinking you’re looking at a top celebrity in an A-list location. 

Her love of chameleon styling allows her to cos-play several different looks and the pictures and the poses seem to send out a competitive, subtly victorious message of ‘I can do this too, only better!’

It’s playful but it makes the point.

Maura is a great eye-actress, signalling fans via some of her signature eye-expression tie-signs to let them know she’s not taking herself too seriously when she adopts one of her sexier poses.

She often has a side-eye which has become a signature Higgins look and it reassures fans that she’s still every bit as straight-talking and playfully direct as she used to be. 

This is a retaining ritual, meaning by adding it into her sultrier poses she ensures she still provides the traits that fans first fell in love with. 

She might have gone A-list chic but she’s not sold out in terms of values and behaviour. Fans love to see their favourite star rising to red carpet level but the original relatability needs to be there or resentment and accusations of being smug can start to kick in.

Maura has always had strong appeal to other women, who see her as the ultimate cool, fearless wing-woman you’d want having your back.

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Starmer should have called off Labour’s ‘British invasion’ of US election…it’ll come back to haunt him when Trump wins

BACK on April 16, 1775, during the American Revolution, Paul Revere got wind that the British were planning a raid on the city of Concord in the coming days.

Once that information was confirmed, Revere made plans to alert the surrounding countryside on horseback that the Redcoats would be marching to destroy their military supplies.

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McKinnon says Labour should have stayed out of US politics[/caption]

Revere had to figure out the best way to signal which route the British would be taking. Would it be by land, or by sea?

Revere then realised that he could place lanterns high in the steeple of the Old North Church in Boston. One lantern if the British were invading by land. Two lanterns if by sea.

Two hundred and forty-nine years later, we need a third lantern. One that signals the British are invading again. This time by air.

Which they have. Upwards of 100 British Labour Party staff have “invaded” the United States to campaign for Kamala Harris in various swing states.

That, at least, is the way the campaign of former President Donald Trump and his supporters view the move.

More than that, they are openly accusing Britain’s new governing party of “blatant foreign interference.”

With that charge levelled, a lawyer for the former president just filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) in the United States against both the UK’s Labour Party and the Harris campaign.

The Trump campaign’s complaint came about after a LinkedIn post from Sofia Patel – a Labour head of operations – stated: “I have nearly 100 Labour Party staff (current and former) going to the US in the next few weeks heading to North Carolina, Nevada, Pennsylvania and Virginia.

“I have 10 spots available for anyone available to head to the battleground state of North Carolina – we will sort your housing.”

By all accounts, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is a very level-headed and pragmatic leader. He should have vetoed this attention-getting stunt by Labour.

Unfortunately, he did not.

Worse, with a wink and a nod, he openly endorsed it.

Starmer should know this “invasion” has already backfired on multiple levels. Not only has it upset candidate Trump and his campaign team, but a growing number of Members of Congress.

Going back to the subject of the “American Revolution,” Trump campaign co-manager Susie Wiles declared in part: “Americans will once again reject the oppression of big government that we rejected in 1776” while she described the Labour Party as being “far-left” and one which has “inspired Kamala’s dangerously liberal policies.”

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Trump and wife Melania at Sunday’s Madison Square Garden rally[/caption]

Additionally, former British Prime Minister Liz Truss told CNN: “I think it’s incredibly arrogant of the Labour Party to think that they have anything to offer the American people.”

Arrogant and again, potentially very self-destructive.

Maybe Prime Minister Starmer and his ruling party misplaced their copy of the “Political and International Relations 101” handbook.

If so, allow me to give them an update.

Six weeks ago, I wrote in the United States that the campaign of Kamala Harris was “collapsing.” I did so via background information relayed to me by highly experienced Democratic operatives.

The odds are growing by the day that Trump is going to win the election.

Starmer and his team are certainly aware of those odds. Why then, would they endorse an action which could damage relations with the incoming American administration?

In the past, British governments have diplomatically gone to great lengths to avoid the suggestion that they would prefer one presidential candidate over another.

Not now.

Today, Trump, his campaign, and powerful Members of Congress view the Labour Party as seeking to bring down Donald Trump… on American soil.

Even after this “invasion” heated up into a full-blown controversy, Starmer still sided with his mini-invading army.

He told reporters in part that any Labour Party staffers involved in the trip were there in a personal capacity: “They’re doing it in their spare time, they’re doing it as volunteers, they’re staying, I think, with other volunteers over there.”  

Wink. Nod.

Starmer is very bright and is pragmatic. Why is he irresponsibly playing partisan politics by encouraging what the Trump campaign feels is “foreign election interference.”

And by doing so, negatively impacting the relationship between two great allies.

And for what? To placate hate-filled members of his own party or the far-left media in the UK?

When I worked in the Pentagon, we had a large sign up on the wall which read: “Life is Hard. But it’s a LOT harder if you’re Stupid.”

This partisan “invasion” of the United States by the Labour Party was stupid.

Douglas MacKinnon is a former White House and Pentagon official and author of the book: The 56 – Liberty Lessons from those who risked all to sign The Declaration of Independence.

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Labour staffer Sofia Patel kicked off the furore with a LinkedIn post[/caption]

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‘Secret boyfriend’ of Strictly star Jowita, 30, revealed as BA worker, 47 – after dancer’s ‘showmance’ with Pete Wicks

STRICTLY star Jowita Przystal reportedly has a secret boyfriend who works for British Airways – after a ‘showmance’ with Pete Wicks.

The 30-year-old dancer is believed to have been dating Calum Laming, 47, for a year.

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Jowita is said to be dating Calum Laming[/caption]
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According to MailOnline, Jowita has kept the relationship private – to keep rumours of a romance with her celeb partner Pete alive.

The Sun has reached out to Jowita for comment.

“Jowita has fallen hard for Callum – and he can’t believe his luck,” an insider told the website.

“He’s besotted with her but is happy to remain in the background while she performs on Strictly.

“Jowita is hugely ambitious and is determined to win Strictly and appreciates the publicity surrounding herself and Pete, regarding whether or not they’re dating, will help her cause.

“There has been lots of speculation about a possible romance between Jowita and Pete – and their dance routines have been choregraphed so that there is a lot of close personal contact.”

Lothario Pete is currently linked to Love Island’s Maura Higgins.

They were caught snogging after a date at east London hotspot Gloria this weekend.

However, his saucy routines with Jowita on the dancefloor have caused a stir since the series launched.

Fans have been desperate to watch their romantic journey unfold on the hit BBC show.

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Calum works as a chief customer officer at British Airways[/caption]

However, news of a “secret boyfriend” could shatter the illusion they’re falling in love on-screen.

Callum works as a chief customer officer at British Airways – a million jiles away from Strictly’ glitz and glamour.

He’s understood to have told pals he “can’t believe” he’s with one of the show’s top stars.

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Ninja Foodi Black Friday 2024: what to expect this November

IF YOU are wondering how and where to get the best Ninja Foodi Black Friday deals this year, we have everything covered in this guide.

Ninja is known for its high-performance blenders, air fryers and kitchen appliances, and as Black Friday 2024 approaches, savvy shoppers are eagerly anticipating some of the biggest discounts of the year.

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Latest Ninja deals

This November, you’re likely to see big markdowns across a wide range of Ninja items, including the brand’s versatile Foodi pressure cookers and air fryers.

So whether you’re looking to equip your kitchen in time for festive hosting or get a Christmas gift sorted, Black Friday 2024 is the perfect chance to snag a Ninja product at a fraction of the price.

Best live Ninja Foodi deals

While there’s still a little time to go before the best Black Friday deals launch, we have found these great discounts for you available now:

  • Ninja Foodi MAX 9-in-1 Multi-Cooker 7.5L, £249.99 £149.99 from Ninja – buy here
  • Ninja Foodi FlexDrawer Dual Air Fryer 10.4L, £269.99 £217 from Ninja – buy here
  • Ninja Foodi MAX Pro Health Grill, Flat Plate & Air Fryer, £299.99 £249.99 from Ninja – buy here
  • Ninja Foodi Dual Zone Digital Air Fryer 7.6L, £219.99 £149 from Amazon – buy here
  • Ninja Foodi StaySharp Knife Block with Integrated Sharpener, £169.99 £152.98 from Amazon – buy here

When is Black Friday 2024?

Black Friday takes place on 29 November this year, which is – you guessed it – a Friday.

The sale event traditionally falls the day after Thanksgiving (the fourth Thursday of November in the US), which Americans will be celebrating with a turkey and all the trimmings (perhaps cooked in a Ninja Foodi).

While Black Friday was originally a US phenomenon, it has expanded across the world and has become the biggest sale event of the year in many countries.

For more information on its history and how it got its name, read our Black Friday explainer.

Is Ninja taking part in Black Friday this year?

Nothing has been officially confirmed just yet, but Black Friday is normally a great opportunity to grab Ninja products at bargain prices — either from Ninja itself or from another online retailer.

We fully expect to see a raft of great deals on Ninja products during Black Friday weekend. Check back regularly as we will be updating this page with the best discounts as they become available.

Ninja also has a special offers page on its website listing the best deals currently available, which is also worth a look if you’re in the market for buying now and don’t want to wait until the end of November.


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What to expect from Ninja’s Black Friday sale 2024?

While Ninja has yet to announce details of its Black Friday sale this year, we expect to see big price cuts.

Last year, Ninja slashed up to 25% off its kitchen appliances and other stockists, such as Amazon, John Lewis and Argos, offered Ninja air fryers with 47% off.

We think discounts will also be impressive this year. Check out our pick of the best Black Friday deals and remember to compare prices at various retailers before taking the plunge, to ensure you really are getting the cheapest possible deal.

The Ninja website should be the first port of call for shoppers looking to pick up Foodi products during the Black Friday sale.

But there are plenty of other high-street and online retailers that also stock Ninja appliances.

Check out our list to browse during the sale below.

Ninja Air Fryer Max Review

Harriet Flook road-tested thepopular Ninja kitchen gadget and this is her honest verdict...

Pros:

  • Large capacity, perfect for families
  • Six cooking functions including roast and bake
  • Easy to use
  • Uses up to 75% less fat

Cons:

  • Large in size so you’ll need the counter space for it
  • No designated warm-up button (you’ll have to remember to press the function)
  • Extra functions are great but might not get used as often

Rating: 3.5/5

The Ninja Air Max promises to give you crispy results with just a splash of oil, thanks to clever air frying technology.

Long gone are at-home fryers of the past, dunking potatoes in gallons of oil or bubbling fat in a saucepan for tasty (but uber-unhealthy) triple-cooked chips.

I’ve been keen to give an air fryer a whirl, so I decided to give the Ninja Air Fryer Max a go to see if I can create a yummy fakeaway at home.

With an extra 5.2L capacity, the Ninja Air Fryer Max is perfect for feeding the whole family and claims to use up to 75 per cent less fat than traditional frying methods, while being up to 50 per cent faster than fan ovens.

It also boasts six cooking functions – Air Fry, Max Crisp, Bake, Roast, Reheat and Dehydrate – so any home cook will be spoilt for choice.

When does the Ninja Black Friday sale end?

Ninja’s Black Friday sale hasn’t been announced yet, but it’s worth bookmarking the Black Friday weekend, which takes place from November 29 (Black Friday) to December 2 (Cyber Monday).

The last day to shop the sale is usually the Monday, otherwise known as Cyber Monday.

However, some retailers extend their last sale date, so you’ll need to double-check as it’ll depend on the site.

After that, items are expected to revert back to their normal prices -though some retailer do continue their discounts in the lead up to Christmas not all do.

This means the Black Friday sale event is the best time to start your festive shopping and bag a bargain before the big day.

When is Cyber Monday 2024 and is Ninja taking part?

Cyber Monday will take place on December 2 this year.

It falls on the Monday immediately following Black Friday and often sees the best deals of the sales period.

However, shoppers who hold out until Cyber Monday also run the risk of the products they want running out of stock.

Ninja will almost certainly be taking part in Cyber Monday as it has done so in previous years.

Remember to shop around and research best prices before buying – and of course check back here for updates, and the best deals and sales as they happen.

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How much does Ninja’s shipping cost?

Ninja is currently offering free UK next-day delivery by DPD or Yodel on all online orders over £30 — plus you’ll receive a one-hour delivery slot.

A delivery charge of £3.50 applies on orders under £30 in value, while all accessory and parts orders are sent using Royal Mail second class.

Those buying through Amazon can also get free next-day delivery using Prime.

Does Ninja offer any other discounts?

Yes! There are several ways you can drop the price even further to save a few extra quid on your next Ninja purchase.

The brand offers a 15% Student Discount and Graduate Discount.

There are also Senior and Key Worker discounts available.

If you’re not a student, senior, or key worker, fear not: look out for a pop-up when visiting the Ninja website to get 10% off your next purchase when you sign up as a new email subscriber.

Plus check out the brand’s deals and offers page which has a range of currently reduced products.

What was in the Ninja Black Friday sale last year?

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Latest Ninja deals

Shoppers saw substantial discounts on a wide range of Ninja’s popular kitchen appliances last year. Check out some of our favourite picks below – a handful of which, are still on offer.

Ninja deals 2023

Ninja offered some of its best discounts, with 25% off:

  • Ninja Foodi Dual Zone: £149 (Was £219.99) – shop here
  • Ninja Foodi Max Dual Zone: £179 (Was £249) – shop here
  • Ninja Speedi 10-in-1 Rapid Cooker and Air Fryer: £138 (was £249.99) – shop here

Argos Ninja deals 2023

There were a few Ninja items on sale or at their lowest price in the Argos Black Friday sale:

  • Ninja Foodi Dual Zone AF451UK 9.5L Air Fryer: £179 (was £219) – shop here
  • Ninja 7.6L Foodi Dual Zone Air Fryer and Dehydrator AF300UK: £139 (Was £169.99) – shop here
  • Ninja BN750UK Auto IQ Multi Serve Blender: £98 – shop here

Amazon Ninja deals 2023

Amazon’s Black Friday sale kicked saw some amazing discounts on Ninja products:

  • Ninja Foodi Dual Zone Air Fryer Max + Tongs: £179.99 (was £269.99) – shop here
  • Ninja Foodi MAX Multi Cooker with SmartLid: £199.99 (was £309.99) – shop here
  • Ninja Air Fryer, 3.8L: £79 (was £149.99) – shop here

AO Ninja deals 2023

AO launched its mega Black Friday sale with cheap prices, and even cheaper prices for members:

  • Ninja Foodi Dual Zone Air Fryer: £149 (save £20) – shop here
  • Ninja Foodi Max Dual Zone: £159 (save £20) – shop here
  • Ninja AF500UK Air Fryer: £219 (save £50) – shop here

John Lewis Ninja deals 2023

The John Lewis Black Friday sale saw some great Ninja discounts:

  • Ninja Foodi Dual Zone Air Fryer: £179 (save £40) – shop here
  • Ninja Foodi OL550UK 11-in-1 SmartLid Multi-Cooker: £219 (save £80) – shop here
  • Ninja AF100UK Air Fryer: £79.99 (save £70) – shop here

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Tom Brady shares cryptic post after learning ex Gisele Bündchen is pregnant with boyfriend Joaquim Valente’s baby

TOM Brady has shared a cryptic post in the form of a romantic song hours after news about his ex-wife Gisele Bündchen’s pregnancy broke.

Brady, who shares two children with the former Victoria’s Secret model, posted a picture on his Instagram Story of a sunset with three red hearts as The Chicks’ Landslide played in the background.

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Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen reached a settlement to end their marriage on October 28, 2022
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Tom Brady shares two children with Gisele Bündchen
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The NFL legend, 47, shares two children with Bündchen, who is now expecting her first child with her Jiu-Jitsu instructor boyfriend Joaquim Valente, sources told People.

Bündchen, 44, told Brady about her pregnancy before the news broke on Monday, according to TMZ.

However, it’s unknown how long Brady has known about his ex-wife’s pregnancy.

Meanwhile, Bündchen is about five to six months into her pregnancy, TMZ reported.

Reports about Bündchen and Valente’s relationship first emerged in November 2022, a month after she and Brady reached a settlement to end their marriage.

Valente was pictured in Costa Rica accompanying Bündchen and her two children while on vacation.

But at the time, Bündchen denied she and Valente were dating, clarifying that he was simply a friend and her and her children’s Jiu-Jitsu instructor.

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