2 weeks agoNewsComments Off on Baba Vanga and Nostradamus made the same chilling 2025 prediction that could ‘devastate Europe
BABA Vanga and Nostradamus made the same chilling 2025 prediction that could “devastate Europe”.
The famed psychics alluded to a deadly war with the ability to plague Europe as early as next year.
Blind psychic Baba Vanga has predicted the likes of the The Kursk nuclear submarine disaster, 9/11 and the US’s first black presidentwikipediaNostradamus is one of the most respected mystics in the worldGetty
Ancient French astrologer Michel de Nostredame, commonly known as Nostradumus, was renowned for making accurate predictions into the future.
The 16th century physician wrote how the “lands of Europe” would be involved in “cruel wars” – perhaps linked to Putin’s evil war on Ukraine.
He also added: “The ancient plague will be worse than enemies.”
Meanwhile, Bulgarian mystic Baba, born Vangeliya Pandeva Gushterova in 1911, said Europe’s population would be at great risk.
This could be referencing the ongoing brutality in Ukraine where several thousands of innocent civilians have been slaughtered.
The blind woman, who has made predictions years ago about the historic events of this century, spoke explicitly of Putin’s victory.
During a meeting with writer Valentin Sidorov in 1979 Vanga said: “All will thaw, as if ice, only one remain untouched – Vladimir’s glory, glory of Russia.”
She added: “All will be removed by her from the way and not only will be kept, but also becomes the lord of the world.”
Shortly before her death, the elderly woman seemed to speak World War Three into existence: “Russia will not only survive, it will dominate the world.”
Her claims have been linked to tragic events such as September 11 and the War in Ukraine.
Baba Vanga‘s successful predictions were said to have an 85 per cent success rate, including that Putin could win the 2018 election.
Other things she predicted accurately were the Kursk nuclear submarine disaster.
In 1980, Baba said Kursk will be “covered with water and the whole world will weep over it” claiming the disaster would happen in August 1999.
The Russian sub sank in August 2000, killing all aboard.
The Bulgarian healer is also said to have predicted the rise of the terror group ISIS.
Another chilling claim that has proven to been spoken into existence is that the US’s 44th president would be black – and Obama served as the country’s first African-American leader.
In 1989, Baba claimed the “American brethren will fall after being attacked by the steel birds… and innocent blood will be gushing”.
Some believe this is a reference to the horrific September 11 attacks on the US in 2001.
But not everything she has predicted has been true as she also said the US would cease to have a line of presidents following the 44th.
Both Baba Vanga and Nostradamus seem to have accurately predicted Russia’s savage war in Ukrainereuters
2 weeks agoNewsComments Off on Premier League top scorers 2024-25: Who is leading the way as Erling Haaland eyes a THIRD successive Golden Boot
ERLING HAALAND has stopped Premier League rivals from getting anywhere near the Golden Boot recently – and it’s shaping up to be that way once more.
The Manchester City goal-scoring machine secured the prestigious award for a second successive season despite being injured for approximately eight weeks last campaign.
ReutersErling Haaland’s 27 Prem goals last season fired Man City to a fourth consecutive title[/caption]
And after scoring a record-breaking 36 goals during his first year with the Premier League champions, Haaland scored 27 during the 2023-25.
But can the Norwegian superstar make it three in a row?
Who are the 2024/25 Premier League top scorers?
Here are the current Premier League highest scorers for this season:
Erling Haaland – Man City – 11
Bryan Mbeumo – Brentford – 6
Cole Palmer – Chelsea – 6
Luis Diaz – Liverpool – 5
Liam Delap – Ipswich – 4
Nicolas Jackson – Chelsea – 4
Jhon Duran – Aston Villa – 4
Kai Havertz – Arsenal – 4
Ollie Watkins – Aston Villa – 4
Mo Salah – Liverpool – 4
Has any player won the Golden Boot three times in a row?
2 weeks agoNewsComments Off on Sex hotels with 25-person beds & ‘naked city’ where you even visit bank in the buff… world’s raciest holiday resorts
FOR those of us who love chasing a tan, destinations like Florida and the Caribbean are always popular choices.
But some tourists are looking for something a little spicier from their holiday – and resorts across the globe are dedicated to helping visitors get to know each other very well indeed.
Olivia WestGran Canaria is considered a “swingers paradise” and is home to many racy venues[/caption]
Olivia WestThe Spanish island hosted UK festival Swingathon’s first overseas getaway[/caption]
Secrets Hideaway in Florida offers an array of X-rated themed eventsInstagram/@secretshideaway
But it’s far from the only X-rated holiday hotspot.
From hotels featuring a 25-person bed, to an entire town where sunbathing in the nude is mandatory, we reveal the raciest getaways of them all.
Secrets Hideaway, Florida
Surrounded by everglades and freeways, Secrets Hideaway is a resort on the outskirts of Orlando that caters to a Florida tourist market that’s not just there for the famous theme parks.
With rows of white deckchairs and bars surrounding bright blue pools, it could easily be mistaken for just any other resort – but its description as “Florida’s Adults Only Destination” gives a hint that it is anything but.
Aimed at couples and single women – entry to the parties for single men comes to $199 – the resort’s website proudly claims it will “set your inhibitions free”.
Visitors are assured that the “sexually charged atmosphere of our club and theme party action is perfect for getting to know other couples on a more intimate level.”
The logistics of the venue are well thought out, with a “triage” area of the hotel set up for sex-hungry singletons to get to know one another and find other couples to get frisky with.
Once a willing throuple (or foursome, or fivesome…) is created, they can make their way to the hotel’s centrepiece – a giant bed of many blue mattresses stacked together – that “hosts” as many as 25 people at a time.
Speaking to Vice, Secrets’ director of public relations Holly explained the rules: “In order for them to go back there they have to be with a couple, so when they enter with a couple they leave with a couple.”
Instagram/@secretshideawayWith a name that hinting at its spicy nature, Secrets Florida is a popular spot for tourists after a special kind of fun[/caption]
Instagram/@secretshideawayThe Florida resort has plenty of outdoor space for entertaining naughty revellers[/caption]
Instagram/@secretshideawayThe hotel boasts equipment for visitors to explore their X-rated desires[/caption]
Instagram/@secretshideawaySeasonal themed parties entertain guests all year round[/caption]
There’s also a BDSM dungeon kitted out with cages, chains and flogs – must-haves in any reputable swingers’ resort.
But it’s the spectacular themed parties that attract the most visitors, complete with DJ set and (trunkless) poolside dancing – with Halloween events currently in full “swing”.
Even the staff have been known to get in on the action – because how else are you supposed to do quality control?
Cancun, Mexico
This famous Mexican holiday destination is home to not one, but two entire hotels dedicated to those for whom lounging on a beach in the sun doesn’t bring quite enough heat.
At the appropriately-named clothing-optional Desire Resort, you’ll find spicy playrooms, areas dedicated to public sex and, of course, sensual foam parties.
But what makes this lifestyle destination stand out from the others is a very special kind of staff, known as “playmakers”.
Promo pics for Desire Resort Cancun give a hint to its intimate nature – but actual guests leave much less to the imaginationThe luxurious sunbeds on the beach at Desire
If you can’t already guess, their job is to lend a very helping hand to ensure guests are satisfied and happy.
It looks like they’re doing a good job too. According to one reviewer: “Javi was my very first run in with a playmaker during my December 2021 visit. He was running around the pool with bottles of champagne during the foam party, passing out drinks of champagne in rather fun and risqué ways.
Nearby is the all-inclusive Temptation Resort, which while apparently not as naughty as Desire, is still packed full of sexy entertainment and racy themed parties.
Hedonism II, Jamaica
Like other similar resorts, Hedonism II describes itself as a “lifestyle” destination, and is quick to deny being a nudist or swingers’ resort.
But having opened in 1981, Hedonism II has become famous for accommodating fans of a very care-free – and clothes-free – way of living.
In fact, it’s widely considered to be the number one destination world-wide of its type.
FacebookJamaican hotel Hedonism II lives up to its name – and is attracting younger visitors every day[/caption]
Rooms are furnished with mirrors on the ceiling, while the “Romping Shop Playroom” lives up to its name with shallow pools, beds, a cage and a harness.
With toga and leather-themed parties that quickly descend into full-frontal nudity and plenty of hanky-panky, this mecca for swingers clearly provides its patrons with a holiday to remember – its repeat guest rate stands at 70 per cent, with some people having visited more than 100 times.
And the crowd is getting younger too, with one in ten guests aged between 25 and 34.
Within an hour or so of me turning up, two muscular CrossFit-looking girls got on stage to oil wrestle
One writer's experience of Bali
But it’s not all naughty, with the hotel split into a “nude” side and a “prude” side – home to the main restaurant, where clothes are (thankfully) mandatory.
Let’s just hope they wash their hands…
Bali
The Indonesian island of Bali is known for being popular with college partygoers from Down Under, as well as Brits looking for a tropical getaway.
And there’s plenty else going on down under too.
Entire companies are dedicated to offering tours to tourists looking for a bit of spice – and not the food kind.
Trouble breaking the ice? A naked pool party should sort you out.
APAlready a party hotspot, tropical Bali hosts some seriously sexy parties[/caption]
And if you’re after something a little more classy, there’s plenty of private sex parties on offer – invite only, of course.
Describing her experience at one of these, one writer wrote: “Within an hour or so of me turning up, two muscular CrossFit-looking girls got on stage to oil wrestle.”
However, the scene is under threat from new laws in the country banning sex outside marriage – so expect to see a few wedding chapels popping up in the near future…
Cap D’Agde
If all-inclusive resorts feel too small and restricted, why not swap a nude hotel for something slightly bigger scale – an entire naked town?
Introducing Cap D’Agde, a sunny seaside resort in the south of France that attracts more than 50,000 visitors daily, thanks to its pristine beach and picturesque views of the Med.
GettyThe French resort has even gone so far as to make nudity mandatory on the beach[/caption]
AlamyCap D’Adge permits visitors to strip off anywhere and everywhere[/caption]
But these are far from the only natural sights on display.
Because any tourist who doesn’t do their research will be in for a shock – and it’ll quickly become clear why this destination is dubbed the “naked city”.
Anyone and everyone is free to pop to the shops or nip to the bank completely in the nude – so there’ll be no trouble measuring your baguette or sizing up your melons.
While for many decades just a naturist destination, the noughties saw the town earn a reputation as a “sex capital”, although public PDA still gets you wacked with a €15,000 fine.
It’s now home to Le Glamour nightclub, which hosts naked foam parties for up to 1,000 people, as well as plenty of other sex clubs, fetish shops and businesses catering to the more free-spirited tourists.
Nudity on the beach is mandatory – a nice little racket for the council, given that anyone keen to get their kit off must pay a €6 “nakedness tax”.
Sunscreen sellers…thank me later.
Gran Canaria
As Sun sexpert Georgie found out when she jetted off to join in Swingathon’s first saucy getaway, this Spanish island is fast becoming the swinging capital of the world.
X-rated shops and clubs can be found next door to ordinary stores, while couples are also known to sneak off into the dunes for a sand-coated romp – prompting officials to cordon them off overs fears of environmental damage.
Olivia WestTourists looking for a family holiday on Gran Canaria might be in for a shock if they head to some parts of the island[/caption]
Come the night, the Cita Centre Mall is a magnet for swingers, with numerous clubs accommodating every desire they want to indulge.
Speaking to Georgie, participant Matt Mitchell, 39, a machine operator from Lincolnshire described the island as “filth – with a healthy dose of family fun.
“The shopping centre is the Mecca for swinging. People from all over the world come here to meet other swingers,” he added.
Other visitors welcomed the huge variety of bars, clubs and hotels available – all geared up to couples looking to get up to a bit of partner-swapping fun.
There’s also the annual fetish pride festival, proof enough that the island has embraced its racy status.
Spice Resort Lanzarote
Spice Lanzarote proudly hosted the very first European Lifestyle Awards
Keen not to be outdone by nearby Gran Canaria, Lanzarote is home to Spice Lifestyle Resort.
It’s centrepiece? A fifty-person whirlpool – no doubt designed to mix up couples as much as possible.
And for the more artistically inclined among its patrons, the hotel also lets guests book into boudoir and erotic photoshoots and filming – certainly a change from the usual holiday snaps.
Ever proud of their unique offering, the resort hosted the very first Spice Europe Lifestyle awards.
Categories included best lifestyle blog, best lifestyle fashion label (they wear clothes?), and, of course, the best lifestyle party host.
It’s unclear if the awards have been held recently – but rest assured the celebrations went on very long into the night…
Blackpool
Not everyone’s a fan of flying – so for the more patriotic partner-swappers, there’s always good old Blackpool.
Step back from the beach and you’ll find plenty of adult entertainment for when the Pleasure Beach doesn’t deliver.
google mapsDonkeys and rollercoasters aren’t the only things being ridden in the British seaside town[/caption]
It’s home to a swingers club complete with dungeon, offering – in true British fashion – an action-packed “Bonk holiday weekend.”
The club, called Infusion, keeps a busy schedule including “daytime orgies” in April and even events celebrating St George’s Day.
One person who stayed at another racy hotel in the town described her stay.
She said: “I turned up to a very ordinary looking hotel, with a functional bar and people in couples or on their own – here was a very beige looking buffet of sausage rolls and garlic baguettes.
“There was a woman there who was so open with her son that they ended up going to swinging clubs together – though they made sure never to be in the same playroom as they drew the line at seeing each other getting hot and sweaty.”
It’s little wonder the council’s keen to get many of these places shut down and clean up the town’s reputation.
2 weeks agoNewsComments Off on Hero neighbour smashed window to save boy, 2, stabbed alongside ‘blood-soaked’ mum & daughter, 8, in horror knife attack
A HERO neighbour smashed a window to save a boy after he was stabbed alongside a “blood-soaked” mum and daughter.
The two-year-old tot was terrifyingly knifed in the frenzied attack in East London on Friday evening.
Ian WhittakerDavey Holland smashed the window to try and help the young boy[/caption]
Ian WhittakerThe woman and two young children were stabbed in Dagenham on Friday[/caption]
UKNIPAerial images show two tents erected on the residential street[/caption]
@yedisdroneshots/XEmergency services raced to the scene[/caption]
A woman in her 30s and an eight-year-old girl were also seriously injured in the horror on residential street First Avenue in Dagenham.
A hero neighbour has now described the moment he burst inside a house to save the boy.
Davey Holland, 40, forced entry into the property after getting a knock at the door by the blood-soaked mother.
The dad-of-six told The Sun: “The mum knocked at my door. It was horrible.
“She was saying there’s a baby in the house, please help him.”
Davey smashed open a window – passing by the suspect who was being treated by an off-duty police officer.
A man, in his 40s, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
The three victims, who are believed to be known to each other, were attacked at around 5.35pm.
They were rushed to a major trauma centre to receive urgent treatment for stab injuries.
Police had previously said the injuries of the woman, in her 30s, and the boy were life threatening.
And that both the injured children were girls.
The arrested man – detained at the scene – was transported to hospital after being “taken unwell”.
Mick Aransibia, 63, a builder who lives on the street, told The Sun: “I came out and the whole street was lit up with blue lights.
“There was a good 12 units here in just police alone.”
Another witness told us: “About 5.30pm I heard shouting – I looked out of the window and I saw a lady covered in blood.
“She was very distraught, she was with a little girl.
“It’s shocking – it’s not something that happens in this area.
“Kids literally play outside in the street, that’s how safe it is. I look at it as a personal tragedy – but it’s so sad.”
Another person said: “My little nephew was playing out and he ran in saying he could see blood everywhere.
“When I came out, there was a woman running down the street with a girl.
“It didn’t seem real – I just phoned the ambulance straight away. I feel like I’m still in shock.”
One witness explained that his young nephew was playing on the road when the attack took place, prompting him to find the injured victims and call an ambulance.
He told The Sun: “My nephew was playing outside and he came running in the house saying “someone’s bleeding, someone’s bleeding.”
Referring to the man arrested, he added: “He came out of the house and locked the door so no one could get in.. The police arrived pretty quickly, and he was arrested outside.”
Aerial images showed a huge emergency services response, including more than eight police cars and an air ambulance.
A crime scene remained in place last night, the Met said.
Enquiries into the circumstances continue, the force added.
Detective Superintendent Lewis Basford, responsible for policing in Barking and Dagenham, said: “This is a truly shocking attack and I want to thank local residents for their assistance and patience while we deal with this incident.
“At this early stage, we believe those involved were known to each other and we are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident.
“A crime scene will remain in place for some time while our officers carry out vital work and you will see an increased policing presence in the area over the coming days.
“If you have any concerns or information that could assist police then please speak to an officer or call police on 101.”
A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said: “We were called at 5.35pm today (Friday 25 October) to reports of an incident in First Avenue, Dagenham.
“We sent a number of resources to the scene including four ambulance crews, medics in fast response cars and advanced paramedics.
“We also dispatched London’s Air Ambulance. We treated four people at the scene.
“We took one person to hospital and three to a major trauma centre as a priority.”
Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or ‘X‘ @MetCC and quote CAD5931/25Oct.
You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Jonathan KanengoniAll three victims remain in hospital following the terror[/caption]
UKNIPCops arrested a man in his 40s[/caption]
jeremy.dufrene/InstagramLana Del Rey and her husband Jeremy Dufrene married had a low-key wedding in Louisiana[/caption]
SuppliedJeremy works as an alligator tour guide[/caption]
The Mega AgencyLana broke her silence on her marriage at the InStyle Imagemaker Awards[/caption]
The singer has now finally spoken about her marriage.
It came as the couple attended the InStyle Imagemaker Awards.
Whilst on the red carpet a reporter asked her how it felt to be married, to which Lana replied: “It’s good. We’re happy.”
The star shocked fans last month when it revealed she had got hitched to Jeremy.
There surprise wedding came just a month after it was revealed the pair were dating.
Lana walked down the aisle with her dad Robert Grant, wearing a stunning white bridal wedding gown.
The pop star had her hair styled in an elegant updo with her long curls resting on her shoulder.
She was seen beaming as she approached her partner, who is a divorced father of three, in the outdoor ceremony.
They were joined by their friends and family at the reception at a public harbour, decorated with a huge tent and several tables.
Lana’s sister Caroline Grant and brother Charlie Hill-Grant also joined in on the celebrations.
The songstress later added a blue satin bow to her ponytail – as a nod for her “something blue”.
The pair went public with their relationship last monthFacebook / Lana Del Rey
Their appearance came after several low-key sightings snapped by fans in recent months.
Jeremy is a father to two daughters and a son and works as a tour guide at Arthur’s Air Boat Tours, a small business in Des Allemands, Louisiana.
Lana Del Rey and Jeremy Dufrene's relationship history explained
The couple met years ago but appear to have started dating in 2024.
May 2019 – Lana Del Rey first posted about Jeremy Dufrene on her Facebook account after booking one of his boat tours with friends in Louisiana. She captioned the pic, “Jeremy lemme be captain at Arthur’s Air Boat Tours.”
In a now private post on Instagram, Dufrene also wrote, “I never know who I can run across on my tours but always a pleasure @lanadelrey.”
May 2024 – Jeremy’s ex-wife shares a photograph of Jeremy.
with Lana and Jelly Roll at Hangout Festival in Alabama from his Facebook profile, along with photographs of their children at the event.
Lana also took another tour with Jeremy and tagged him in a caption of a photo with friends.
August 2024 – TikTok user @chrislloydart shared a video of Lana holding hands with Jeremy wearing a cap at Reading Festival in England, UK, writing, “#lanadelrey just walked past me and I lost it !!!”
The same month they were also spotted enjoying a meal at Harrod’s in London.
September 2024:
7 Sept – They made their first public appearance together as a couple with cameras flashing at the wedding of Karen Elson and Lee Foster in New York.
23 Sept – TMZ reported how Lana and Jeremy picked up a marriage licence.
26 Sept – Lana Del Rey marries Jeremy Dufrene in a shock wedding by the water in Des Allemandes, Louisiana.
Sophie ReynoldsSophie Reynolds, Barre and Pilates trainer[/caption]
Instagram / jenniferanistonJennifer Aniston uses Pvolve to stay fit, which is similar to Barre – low impact but high rep and intensity[/caption]
Instagram/tmarie247Selena Gomez uses similar workouts[/caption]
Because Barre is high repetition but low impact, it’s a great form of exercise for anyone who might be recovering from an injury, or who doesn’t want to torture their body with HIIT or running.
It’s graceful, but it also requires strength and flexibility as you hold movements for long periods of time, gritting your teeth through little pulses that make your muscles sob.
Barre – created by Lotte Berk in the 50s – typically needs a hip-height barre running alongside wall to use for balance, much like ballet practise.
However, to do a Barre-inspired workout at home, Sophie Reynolds, a Barre and Pilates trainer, suggests using a kitchen counter.
She’s put together six moves which she says are guaranteed to burn your lower body – and you only need five to 10 minutes, a sturdy surface and a small space.
“As you can see in my video, I’m using the kitchen counter, showing just how flexible and easy it is to bring barre into your everyday life,” says Sophie.
“What sets Barre apart from other exercises is its emphasis on stability, balance, and controlled, precise movements that target smaller, often overlooked muscle groups without putting stress on your joints.
“A burn from Barre is like no other!
“Plus, it’s like tapping into your inner child; practising a dance routine while getting a workout! You can get completely lost in a flow state.”
Your at-home lower-body Barre workout
Sophie recommends doing eight to 12 reps of each of the below moves and repeating each exercise two to three times.
Too easy? Increase the number of reps. Too hard? Lower the rep count and take rests between exercises.
Be sure to engage your core throughout the exercises and keep your neck and spine in alignment.
1. Donkey kicks
Place both hands on your worktop, with both feet flat on the floor and your torso slightly bent over towards your hands.
Lift up your left leg, bending your knee so the sole of your foot faces towards the ceiling.
Keeping that knee bent, pulse your foot up and down, making sure your other leg stays stable. You should feel this in your glutes (the bum).
For extra support against your work surface, you might want to bend your elbows for this move. Swap legs once you’ve completed your allotted reps.
Sophie ReynoldsDonkey kicks work the glutes[/caption]
2. Hip circles
Start in the same position as your donkey kicks. Lift your left leg off the floor, bending your knee to a 90-degree angle.
Keeping your torso still and your right leg stable, gently rotate your left upper leg.
As you do this, your left knee should remain at a right angle. Make sure you do the allotted reps on both sides.
Sophie ReynoldsSophie mid hip-circle[/caption]
3. Leg extensions
Starting in the same position as your donkey kicks, this time, bend your left leg to a right angle and lift your knee up to high height.
Now, slowly kick your leg out straight to the side, aiming to keep it at hip height, before bending your knee back towards your left hand. That’s one rep.
Sophie ReynoldsRaise your knee to hip height and then extend[/caption]
4. Plié pulse
Stand side-on to your worktop with your closest hand resting on the top. Your feet should be close together with toes pointing out.
Lift your heels off the floor and widen your knees out to the side. Come up on to your toes and gently bend your knees slightly before coming back up. This is called a plié in ballet.
Repeat this pulse movement for your allotted rep count, all the while keeping your back flat and gaze forward.
Sophie ReynoldsA parallel plié – pulse in this position[/caption]
5. Thigh wraparounds
In the same position as your plié pulse, drop down slightly, bending the knees, and move your knees forwards and back, keeping your torso upright.
6. Heel lift to parallel plié
Stand in front of your worktop, fingers resting on the edge, feet flat on the tall.
Engage your core as you lift your heels and come up onto your toes. Ensure your knees face forward as you drop into a squat, keeping your heels raised throughout.
Then come back to standing and lower your heels down to the ground. That’s one rep.
Sophie ReynoldsHolding onto the kitchen counter, bend the knees with the heels raised[/caption]
Sophie ReynoldsThe feet should be in a parralel position[/caption]
Why barre is great for toning the body
There are several reasons why Barre needs to be your new go-to exercise.
First up, Sophie says that it’s great for strength and toning.
She adds: “By targeting smaller muscle groups, you can expect to develop strength and definition, especially in the legs, glutes and core, which also contributes to injury prevention.
“It’s also gentle on the joints and it’s accessible for all fitness levels.”
As well as this, Barre’s focus form and alignment helps to boost your posture, leaving you feeling taller and more upright after every workout.
“The small, controlled movements, combined with coordination and balance also help improve mental focus and body awareness,” adds Sophie.
As for when you’re likely to see results, Sophie says that regular practice (three to fours times per week) along with a healthy diet and a sufficient number of steps per day (aim for upwards of 10k), could lead you to notice increased strength and flexibility in as little as two weeks, with more defined muscles and toning after just four to six weeks.
2 weeks agoNewsComments Off on Little English ‘island in an island’ is away from all the crowds – and has an award-winning pub
IF you want to go somewhere without anyone around, but enjoy a pint at the end of it, you’ll want to head to Kent.
Technically a small hamlet, the Isle of Harty has been dubbed an “island within an island”.
AlamyThe Isle of Harty never used to be connected to the mainland – dubbed an “island in an island”[/caption]
AlamyThe tiny hamlet is devoid of attractions – so good if you love nature and wildlife[/caption]
AlamyThe Ferry Inn is the only pub – but has won a number of awards[/caption]
On the Isle of Sheppy, it was once it’s own island separated by the Capel Fleet, although a road now goes over this.
It once had 90 locals on the island, although most have since moved away.
Now, it is favoured by both walkers and birdwatchers, being primarily a farming and wildlife area.
There is also the Isle of Harty trail is favoured by walkers and cyclists, being completely flat.
The hamlet has little in the way of attractions, but there is the award-winning pub the Ferry Inn.
The 16th century venue opened back in 2000, with its restaurant ebbing awarded 2AA Rosette dining and two “Taste of Kent” awards.
You can stay there too, dubbed one of Kent’s “best kept secrets” with both hotel rooms and self-carting cottages.
There is even a new dog exercise paddock as well as themed evens including Kitchen Garden open days and Winter Wellness special packages.
You can book it for Christmas and wedding events as well, with it becoming mainly an event space from 2026.
Otherwise there is the St Thomas the Apostle church, which has its annual Harty Flower festival.
One previous tourist said the church felt ” reminiscent of the opening scene to Great Expectations
Another tourist raved about the island, saying: “Harty is a wonderful place to visit, so peaceful and far away from the crowds.”
The rest of the Isle of Sheppey is worth visiting too.
2 weeks agoNewsComments Off on Man Utd 2025-26 home kit ‘to pay tribute to Old Trafford’ as Sir Jim Ratcliffe plots demolition of iconic stadium
MANCHESTER UNITED’S home kit for next season will pay tribute to Old Trafford ahead of potential plans to demolish the stadium, according to reports.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe‘s Ineos team released plans to build a stunning 100,000-seat “Wembley of the North” stadium at an adjacent site to where Old Trafford sits.
APMan Utd’s home kit next season will pay homage to Old Trafford[/caption]
The plans involved the scaling back of the original 114-year old ground to 30,000 seats to preserve its tradition.
This was because the plan to let the women’s team use the scaled-back stadium was not seen as viable.
Regardless, according to leaked information about Man Utd’s home kit for next season, manufacturer Adidas will use it to pay homage to the iconic stadium.
Footy Headlines report the kit will have a unique print on the sleeve.
However, while the main colour will remain red, the accent of the colour is unknown.
United have not used sleeve prints on their home shirts for many years.
They have usually been left plain or have a pattern that flows from the front of the shirt.
Made an outstanding double save in the 37th minute to keep two attempts from Youssef En-Nesyri out.
His defenders could’ve done much better to prevent Fenerbahce’s goal.
Diogo Dalot – 5
Failed to track back at times and had his blushes saved in the first half by Ugarte, who made a crucial tackle on Dusan Tadic to prevent a goal.
Matthijs de Ligt – 6
Made some good blocks during the first half to keep Fenerbahce at bay.
Missed a few chances from set-pieces after the break.
Victor Lindelof – 4
Failed to follow En-Nesyri for Fenerbahce’s opening goal and made no attempt to win the ball.
Hauled off in the 54th minute.
Lisandro Martinez – 5
Like Lindelof, he did not apply any pressure to En-Nesyri for the hosts’ first goal. Poor communication from both.
Christian Eriksen – 7
Broke the deadlock for United with a great strike into the top-left corner from the edge of the box.
Manuel Ugarte – 6
Won the ball in the build-up to the first goal and saved Man Utd from conceding with a fantastic last-ditch tackle in front of goal in the 22nd minute.
Was lucky to avoid giving away a penalty after the break.
Noussair Mazraoui – 6
Didn’t look too out of place starting in the No10 position. Played a role in the build-up to the goal, passing the ball to Zirkzee who got the assist.
Eventually moved into left-back, allowing Martinez to move central.
Marcus Rashford – 5
Played out of preferred position and started on the right as opposed to the left.
Didn’t make too much of an impact on the game.
Alejandro Garnacho – 6
Played a key role in the build-up to Erikson’s goal by making a direct run into the box.
Challenged Dominik Livakovic a few times and looked lively.
Joshua Zirkzee – 5
A poor overall performance from the striker despite providing the assist for Eriksen’s opener.
Failed to make much of an impact and was hauled off in the 54th minute.
2 weeks agoNewsComments Off on Strictly’s Chris McCausland ‘walks out’ on Dianne Buswell during training ahead of Halloween week
STRICTLY star Chris McCausland admitted that he ‘walked out’ on Dianne Buswell during training ahead of Halloween week.
The pair will return to the dance floor later this evening to perform the Samba to Stayin Alive’ by The Bee Gees.
Strictly star Chris McCausland admitted that he ‘walked out’ during training this weekBBCThe two have been busy training this week to perfect their dance[/caption]
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Chris, 47, – who is blind – and pro dancer Dianne, 35, have been working hard over the past week to make sure that they have perfected the routine.
Yesterday they took to Instagram to share their latest episode of CHRIS DIAnneRIES – where they upload of video of themselves talking about how training has gone with fans.
Dianne revealed that at one point this week they went through their dance 22 times to make sure that they got it right.
But it appears that got too much for Chris – and at one point he had to walk away to get some “space”.
Chris said in the video: “So this is what happens…
“The Samba is very energetic and I have to have a little lie down just to catch my breathe back, just to recover, and she just talks at me constantly while I’m trying to take my brain off the dancing for a minute, have a little bit of me time.
“At one point, I had to walk away from you and you said: ‘Chris, you’re going the wrong direction’.
“I said: ‘No, I need some space. I just need some distance between my face and your voice’.”
Fans found what he said absolutely hilarious.
One wrote in the comments section: “‘I need some space between my face and your voice’,” with a laughing emoji.
A second said: “Love Chris’ honesty in these videos he does with Dianne. Heartwarming and so funny.”
Another added: “A great indicator that 2 people have hit it off is when they can laugh together about the times they irritate each other.”
“Love you guys, my favourites to win, always look forward to watching you both on a Saturday x,” a fourth chimed in.
Last weekend Chris and Dianne danced the Waltz to Liverpool’s anthem You’ll Never Walk Alone.
After the dance, Chris asked Dianne if he did ok – to which she replied: “I’m so proud of you!”
The following day their close bond was revealed as they share sweet moment in some exclusive pictures.
Snapped in a corner of the Strictly studios in Elstree, Chris can be seen kissing Dianne’s hand, as they moved through some of the motions of their dance.
In another image Dianne is seen helping Chris tie the laces of his shoes, clearly capturing their true and genuine friendship.
The comedian lost his sight at 22 due to a hereditary condition called retinitis pigmentosa.
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2 weeks agoNewsComments Off on Inside Jamie Jewitt and Camilla Thurlow’s incredible family home with huge staircase and mezzanine
JAMIE Jewitt and Camilla Thurlow’s gave fans a glimpse inside their incredible family home – and it even has a fancy mezzanine.
The former reality stars, who met on Love Island in 2017, often share snaps of their stunning property.
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Their home boasts huge glass staircases, crystal drop chandeliers and a skylight.
It also has a glass balcony and a mezzanine, which is an intermediate floor in a building which is open to the floor below.
They have a modern kitchen, with more than multiple ovens and chic wood flooring.
While their living room is cosy with fluffy carpet and neutral colours.
They have also been praised for the couple for showing off the realities of parenthood – by not always having a clean house.
One fan said: “Love the fact that u guys have your laundry in the back ground, kids shoes out etc! honestly this is how a normal house looks! Refreshing on a social media post and makes me feel like our house is the norm.”
A second shared: “Beautiful house / home filled with love and laughter.”
Camilla wrote: “Our lovely girls are getting a baby brother. Delighted to share our little family is growing, baby boy due in Spring 2024, it’s going to be a busy house!”
She also shared an adorable video of her girls getting in on the action, pretending to study for the arrival of their little brother.
In their bedroom, the girls were looking at a blackboard which read: “Big sister 101: with brand new module ‘Boys’. Final exam May 2024.”
DOTING DAD
Earlier this week Camilla gushed over her husband in a birthday tribute – and confessed Jamie is an amazing dad to their girls.
Sharing a sweet montage of Jamie with his daughters, she said: “You’ve always been the man who had it all, naturally good at anything you tried, but the single greatest thing I’ve ever seen you do is to turn all that towards your family, because now our children are growing up wanting nothing more than to be best friends with their dad, because he is the person who helped them believe that they hold the magic to make their own dreams come true.
“Happy birthday @jamiejewitt_ , it’s going to be another big year for us and we can only keep doing our best but I hope you can see how much everything you do means to our family, because kids don’t get to pick their parents, but if they did our little girls would pick you, they would pick you every single time.”
