2 days agoLatest NewsComments Off on Watch as one girl erupts in sweary rant and another storms off in explosive Love Island scenes
IT all kicked off tonight as the Love Island girls watched the boys reveal how they truly feel without them knowing.
The lads headed off to enjoy an evening without the girls and the conversation quickly turned to their pairings.
Helena was mortified by some of Harry’s comments about herErotemeErotemeMeg was left fuming as three new bombshells entered the villa[/caption]
ErotemeThe girls watched the boys on a lads outing without them knowing[/caption]
But the girls weren’t entirely thrilled with what they heard.
Each of the lads took it in turns to discuss their relationship.
But it was Harry who decided to stir things up and ask if the lads had any concerns.
Chatting to the boys – unaware that Helena was listening, Harry said: “For me, with Helena, it’s like, I don’t know if she’s just a good time girl. Like, as I know, the more I’m getting to know her, like…
“I’m having a good time, but I wanna have a long time.
“What I’m learning about her lifestyle, and like, what she does, like, she goes out a lot. We had the conversations – you were all there. She had a threesome.
“I don’t think that really worries me. Because like, I can guarantee I’ve done worse, sort of thing. But I think it did surprise me a little bit.
“It’s not I wanted to take a step back or anything. It was just more like, okay, I need to learn more, just to figure out what she’s gonna really be like.”
Back in the villa, Helena raged: “F**k me. Oh, my dirty laundry, is it?”
Harry continued: “But if she’s still there, if she’s still in that phase of her life where it’s like, she wants to have a good time, then it might not be the right time for me and her.”
Helena wasn’t the only one that lost it tonight.
And the surprises didn’t stop there, as all of a sudden the boys are greeted by not one, not two, but THREE brand new bombshells.
Emily, Malisha and Yasmin crashed the boys’ night and wasted no time in getting to know the group.
Megan spotted the bombshells and shouted “There’s three of them!”
A stunned Meg added: “You’re f***** joking!”
Meg was left fuming at Dejon was picked to go on a date with new girl Malisha.
He then got up and decided to hold hands with the bombshell, which left Meg’s blood boiling.
ErotemeMeg was left raging after Dejon held hands with new bombshell Malisha[/caption]
2 days agoLatest NewsComments Off on I went on my first Disney cruise with classy champagne bars, watercoasters and West End-style shows
“IT’S Cinderella!” a young girl exclaims, rushing past.
Nostalgia floods over me when I turn around to find the fairytale princess floating towards us in her dazzling blue ballgown complete with shimmering tiara.
I may be in my late twenties but I can’t help feeling giddy with excitement over meeting one of my childhood iconsAlice PenwillSteven Diaz Photo LLCAladdin is one of the West End-style productions in the onboard theatre on the ship[/caption]
I may be in my late twenties but I can’t help feeling giddy with excitement over meeting one of my childhood icons.
I was on board the Disney Fantasy sailing across the Med as the ship embarked on its first ever season in Europe.
It’s easy to see why they named her Fantasy.
As I explored the 14-deck vessel, I still had to pinch myself as I regularly came face-to-face with other childhood heroines I’d grown up watching, such as Jasmine and Mulan.
Many kids relished the opportunity to don their favourite princess costumes every day.
However, I wasn’t expecting the cruise to be such a big hit with the adults, too.
In fact, there are so many adult-only areas around the ship where parents, couples or solo travellers can kick back and relax, away from the excited giggles.
The spa is a haven away from the action with heated loungers and rainforest showers as well as a Jacuzzi that looked out over the endless ocean.
For a sophisticated evening, classy champagne bar Ooh La La serves elegant tipples like the Elderbubble, a champagne and elderflower concoction topped with a raspberry.
Or there’s the Irish-inspired, O’Gills, and lively club-bar, while The Tube serves drinks late into the night.
Aside from the watering holes, there are two adult-exclusive restaurants too — Remy, which dishes up fancy French plates in a glam setting, and Italian-style Palo which serves traditional dishes but with a modern twist.
For a properly-personalised experience, though, check out the three main restaurants: Royal Court, Animator’s Palate and Enchanted Garden, which serve three-course dinners as part of the “rotational dining”.
This gives guests the same waiting staff every night who will get to know likes and dislikes and suggest dishes accordingly.
I had the lovely Sheree from the Philippines who made sure everyone was thoroughly fed, and Adroy from India who gave our table puzzles every night to keep us entertained.
When it comes to on board activities, the list is as long as Rapunzel’s hair, with everything from Disney trivia quizzes to crafts, silent discos, and character meet-and-greets.
It would take weeks do them all.
Luckily, on day one I’d met a passenger who was on her fourth Disney cruise and was happy to share all of her tops tips.
It’s from her that I learned about the onboard tradition of “pixie dusting”.
The stunning adults-only Cove pool is one of the areas where parents can get some respiteThe impressive 14-deck Disney Fantasy cruise liner lives up to it’s name
Experienced guests spread the Disney love by leaving little goodie bags filled with either soft toys, door magnets or smaller knick-knacks on fish extenders attached to neighbouring cabin doors.
They don’t expect anything in return. It’s simply a gesture of goodwill.
The magic continued up on the top deck where many of my days were spent flopped on a sunbed, soaking up rays and tucking into ice cream, all while watching Disney favourites on the outdoor screen where films are played on rotation from morning til night.
To cool off, there are three small pools, one of which is adults-only, and the famous AquaDuck — a 765-foot long water coaster, which features on several ships in the fleet.
Or you can head inside to watch one of the West End-style productions in the onboard theatre.
I saw amazing shows like Aladdin and Frozen as well as Disney’s Believe, a musical exclusive to Disney Fantasy and Disney Dream which didn’t leave a dry eye in the room.
If that’s not enough Disney for you, guests can get stuck into themed evenings, including a formal night where fans waltzed around in glittering ballgowns, as well as pirate night.
Although, to my relief, you won’t be judged if dress-up isn’t your thing.
I was having so much fun on board, I’d almost forgotten that we would soon be docking in a new destination.
My trip started in Barcelona and we’d had an action-packed day at sea before arriving at the first stop, Civitavecchia, a quiet costal town an hour away from Italy’s bustling Rome.
Alice PenwillA stop off in Italy allowed Alice to see the famous landmark of the Leaning Tower of Pisa[/caption]
Then it was on to the port of Livorno where I joined an excursion into Pisa.
Soon, I was standing outside of the famous Leaning Tower, snapping away with my hands held up, replicating the famous leaning pose.
Despite being the most recognisable view, the tower still didn’t compare to the one at the next stop, Genoa.
From D’Albertis Castle, a fortress carved into the hillside, I was able to look out over pastel-toned buildings, backed by rugged mountains, with the sea in the distance.
Those who have the energy can climb their way to the top on foot but I chose to take the funicular.
Our final stop was Toulon in France’s Provence region, a haven for wine lovers and the perfect place to toast our Disney adventure.
If Disneyland is the happiest place in the world, then the Disney Fantasy must be the happiest place on the Mediterranean Sea.
GO: DISNEY FANTASY
SAILING THERE: From late July to September, the Disney Fantasy will sail from Southampton on three to eight-night sailings around Europe.
In summer 2026, the Disney Dream returns to Europe for Mediterranean cruises.
A three-night cruise on board Disney Fantasy costs from £243pp per night based on two adults and two kids sharing a cabin in August.
2 days agoLatest NewsComments Off on Former Wimbledon champion reveals she’s been cycling to Queen’s on LIME BIKE after her car was stolen
HEATHER WATSON has been using an electric Lime bike to travel to a new tennis event in south-west London – after being driven mad by a stolen car saga.
A first WTA tournament at Queen’s Club in Baron’s Court since 1973 works well for Watson because it is only a 10-minute cycle ride from her flat.
GettyHeather Watson revealed she had her car nicked[/caption]
Simon Jones - The SunShe won the mixed doubles at Wimbledon back in 2016[/caption]
PAShe has been riding a Lime Bike to Queen’s this year[/caption]
GettyThe tournament is a ten-minute cycle from her home[/caption]
While some of her rivals will jump in official cars to and from the venue, the British No.7 prefers two wheels instead, a much greener mode of transportation.
Her preference are the green-and-white Lime bikes, which can reach a top speed of 15mph and are easily accessible for anyone living in the capital.
Watson – who won the Wimbledon mixed doubles title with Finn Henri Kontinen in 2016 – had her car stolen in the summer of 2023.
The Guernsey-born ace’s Range Rover was nicked from an underground car park at her West London home on the night she belatedly celebrated her 31st birthday with friends.
It happened in the week before the grass-court season started and at the time, she said she was pulling her hair out dealing with a time-consuming insurance company.
A tracking company told her the vehicle was gone and though it was eventually found by police – and taken to a Charlton car pound – her problems only started when it came to the “ball-ache” of dealing with the insurance detail.
On Thursday afternoon, qualifier Watson was on her bike out of the premises as she lost 6-4 6-2 to former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina.
After that defeat, she revealed to the media why she was shunning cars, saying: “(Bikes) are my means of transport.
2 days agoLatest NewsComments Off on I stayed at the English beach holiday park following its £15million makeover with a massive waterpark and soft-play
“WOW, this is the best house ever,” scream my two kids.
While their reactions slightly rile me — having just decorated both their bedrooms back home — I can see where they are coming from.
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SuppliedWe had buckets of fun at Splash Waterpark, only 50 yards or so from our lodge[/caption]
For starters, our eight-man Platinum lodge at Unity Beach in Somerset has a hot tub — and it comes complete with undisturbed views of Brean’s windswept coastline and a clear sky at night.
Everything inside is sleek and stylish, with a statement electric fireplace in the centre and Scandi-style wooden furniture that makes the place look more like a fancy prize draw house than a holiday park lodge.
I was staying there with my partner Bianca and two little ones, Frank, six, and Pearl, four.
The presenter said: “There’s a misconception that British seaside parks are outdated. Unity Beach proves that’s no longer true.”
I can’t argue with her.
Even though there was so much to do at the 240-acre resort, we could easily have spent a few hours relaxing in our new home.
As well as a decking area with hot tub, it included a spacious lounge with a giant TV (as well as televisions in every bedroom), a fully-fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, plus two more twin rooms.
The lodges are really close to most of the activities and restaurants, too.
These include the new Wonky Donkey, which serves brekkie and pub grub such as scampi, lasagne and burgers, and the Sports Cafe, where kids can play arcade favourites and cutting-edge VR games in between bites of pizza, while adults watch live sport on the large screens.
There’s also the revamped Pavilion Theatre, where guests can tuck into wings, loaded fries and kid-sized lighter bites all while watching live game shows and tribute acts.
And with a proper kitchen in our lodge, we could always mix it up with a takeaway from the on-site chippy or Chinese.
Then there’s the retro-decorated RJ’s, which offers American diner-style classics such as pizzas, wings and build-your-own burgers.
And with a proper kitchen in our lodge, we could always mix it up with a takeaway from the on-site chippy or Chinese.
When we weren’t sampling all the food, we had buckets of fun at Splash Waterpark, only 50 yards or so from our lodge.
It costs extra to visit (from £3.25pp) but it’s well worth it, with a kids’ pool, play areas and plenty of slides.
Ninja Zone
The pre-booked 90-minute pool sessions were just enough for our two, although bigger kids, who can go on all the flumes, might want to stay longer.
Despite tearing around the pool for an hour and a half, Frank and Pearl couldn’t wait to go straight to Brean Play indoor soft play afterwards.
If one thing’s guaranteed to tire them out, it’s soft play.
The area includes the Ninja Zone, with a challenging obstacle course for older kids, and a state-of-the-art ball court with an interactive screen that lets kids play all manner of games.
If that’s not enough, there’s also the Brean Theme Park, which was again just yards from our lodge.
And I could see why our kids were so desperate to go. The park has a great mix of rides for kids of all ages as well as adults.
Thankfully, Bianca was happy to take Frank on the scarier rollercoasters while I made sure Pearl was OK on the carousels.
You’ll have to pay extra for entry, but Unity guests get discounted wristbands meaning it won’t end up costing a fortune.
Unity is not all about the kids, though. Adults can have their fair share of fun at the 18-hole golf course.
Whatever you end up doing, there’s a good chance you’ll finish your day in the hot tub, soaking up all the memories.
Or they might want to try their hand at new must-play sport padel, with Unity being home to Somerset’s only two courts.
We barely had enough time to try everything within the resort, let alone to venture out.
SuppliedThe fun-packed resort has recently been redeveloped as part of a £15million ‘Comes Alive in 25’ campaign backed by The One Show host Alex Jones, above at Unity Beach[/caption]
SuppliedThe nearby Bream Theme Park was is winner for kids[/caption]
But for those keen to explore the area, Weston-super-Mare, Burnham pier and Cheddar Gorge are all nearby.
However, try to make it back in time for the evening entertainment, which includes discos and parties for the little ones, games shows and entertainers.
Whatever you end up doing, there’s a good chance you’ll finish your day in the hot tub, soaking up all the memories.
And you’ll certainly be grateful for those comfy beds, too.
GO: UNITY SOMERSET
STAYING THERE: Four nights in a two-bedroom caravan is from £199 in July.
Three nights in a Platinum hot-tub lodge is from £1,200. See hru.co.uk.
2 days agoLatest NewsComments Off on Will ministers EVER understand the harm being caused by them taking the public for fools?
Truth and lies
WILL those ministers and officials running our public bodies ever understand the harm which is being caused by them taking the public for fools?
Left-wing ideology has infected the civil service so much that anyone questioning the wisdom of allowing millions to arrive from overseas is automatically considered a “far right” threat by the Prevent programme.
GettySome 70 per cent of those illegally arriving here by dinghy are men, many of them economic migrants[/caption]
Yet — far from correcting the record — Downing Street tried to shut up shop.
The reality?
Some 70 per cent of those illegally arriving here by dinghy are men, many of them economic migrants.
The overwhelming majority of Brits are decent, tolerant and warmly welcoming people.
Those in charge would do well to treat them as such.
Not seek to suppress debate or massage away uncomfortable truths.
A just mission
ISRAEL was entirely justified in launching its surgical strikes on rogue terror-state Iran.
The mad mullahs in Tehran are hell-bent on developing nukes and then wiping out Israel.
Iran — bank-rolling both Hamas and Hezbollah — has repeatedly failed to comply with the UN on its uranium enrichment programme. And ignored Donald Trump’s ultimatums to stop.
How else was Israel supposed to react to this intolerable situation?
2 days agoLatest NewsComments Off on Incredible rise of Luke Littler from £2m winnings, record world title and MBE – one of eight darts stars to get honour
FROM Alexandra Palace to the Royal Palaces, what an extraordinary ride it has been for Luke Littler.
Two years ago, he was just a normal, kebab-eating kid from Warrington who dreamt of one day making money from darts.
GettyLuke Littler has risen to the top of darts in a rapid rise[/caption]
PAHe became world champion in January[/caption]
What has happened since is one of the most sensational stories in British sport.
It is not often Littler swaps his darts shirts for a suit but, at 18 years old, he is one of the youngest people to be bestowed a gong by the Royal Family.
Sixteen-time world champ Phil Taylor had been set to receive an MBE in 2001.
But his nomination was annulled after a controversial court case saw him found guilty of assaulting two female fans in the back of his camper van and fined £2,000.
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He is also a multiple world-record holderHe will appear on Gogglebox alongside AngryGinge
Barry Hearn, the promotion mastermind behind darts’ global rise, got an MBE in December 2021 and pins it to his cricket bat when he plays for Essex over-70s.
And Deta Hedman is set to receive an OBE, having won world ranking titles in each of the five previous decades.
Honours committees have tended to be snobbish towards working-class sports like darts and snooker.
But with Littler’s five major titles, added to eight for Humphries — and two PDC world crowns between them — there is no denying their incredible impact.
Particularly Littler. Grown men wear his shirts, emblazoned with his nickname The Nuke, while magnetic dartboards with his face on them sold out.
As an amateur, he reached the Ally Pally world final — aged 16 — losing to world No .1 Humphries.
Littler has been a credit to the sport, constantly polite and co-operative with the press, the PDC and their sponsors.
This kid from humble stock — his dad was a taxi driver, his mum worked in a Yankee Candle shop — now joins the establishment.
Who knows, maybe one day he will work his way all the way up to a knighthood?
Sir Luke Littler? That really does hit the bullseye.
What the Lukes said on their MBEs
Here are the reactions of Luke Littler and Luke Humphries on being awarded MBEs...
Luke Littler said: “This is an amazing and unexpected honour but one which I am very grateful for.
“To receive a recognition like this is something I had never thought would be possible, and it is a proud moment.
“It’s unbelievable what I’ve done for my sport; I’m happy, my family is happy and I can’t wait to receive it.
“Congratulations to Luke Humphries on receiving an MBE too – he’s a fantastic ambassador for darts, and although he’s a rival, I can’t wait to partner him in the World Cup this weekend.”
Humphries said: “I’m extremely honoured and delighted to be receiving an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours for services to darts.
“To be recognised by the King for what I have achieved, and also for my contribution to playing in and promoting the sport that I love, is something that I never thought possible, but I’m very grateful that it has become a reality.
“I have enjoyed the highest of highs in darts in becoming world number one and winning the biggest tournaments that the game has to offer, but to be awarded the MBE will rank alongside any of those achievements.
“I have to give a massive thanks to my fiancée Kayley, and my family, particularly my mum and dad, who have been a constant source of support over the years and helped make me the person that I am today.
“To say that I’m looking forward to visiting Buckingham Palace is an understatement. To receive the MBE there with my family with me is something that I’ll cherish for the rest of my life.
“I’ll continue to be a good ambassador for darts, and help pave the way for future generations to be involved and succeed in a sport that has given so much to me.”
2 days agoLatest NewsComments Off on Darts ace Luke Littler bags huge gong in King’s Birthday Honours alongside Strictly pair, Hollywood icon & ex-Towie star
DARTS world champion Luke “The Nuke” Littler has been made an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours.
AlamyDarts world champion Luke ‘The Nuke’ Littler has been made an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours at just 17 years of age[/caption]
He has raised the sport’s profile with millions of youngsters.
Slow Horses star Gary Oldman, 67, is given a knighthood recognising his incredible career in TV and films.
Here’s how the awards were divided up among the wider spectrum of British life, from sport to showbiz and business…
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Darts champs given MBEs
GettyLuke became the youngest world champion at 17 years and 347 days in January[/caption]
ReutersFellow darts champ Luke Humphries, 30, has also bagged an MBE[/caption]
DARTS is celebrating a double top in the King’s Birthday Honours after world champion Luke Littler and Humphries become MBEs.
The arrows aces — more used to Ally Pally than Buckingham Palace — have massively boosted the sport’s profile.
Kebab fan Luke “The Nuke” Littler, 18, became the youngest world champion at 17 years and 347 days in January.
Humphries, 30, pipped him in the 2024 PDC final.
Deta Hedman, the first black woman to play at the worlds in 2020 and who has won titles in each of the past five decades, is an OBE.
BBCStrictly hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman — favourites of Queen Camilla — get MBEs[/caption]
APSlow Horses star Gary Oldman, who plays sharp-minded spymaster Jackson Lamb, is knighted[/caption]
PALove Island’s Georgia Harrison is made an MBE for her fight against violence to women — after ex Stephen Bear was jailed for revenge porn[/caption]
ACTOR Gary Oldman who plays the shambling but razor-sharp spy boss in Slow Horses is knighted.
The Londoner, 67, was the only major-category Oscar winner yet to be honoured.
Angel of the North sculptor Sir Antony Gormley is a Companion of Honour.
Three family members receive British Empire Medals for Calum’s Cabin, a charity which provides holiday homes for children facing cancer.
Actress Samantha Morton gets an OBEGettyEastEnders icon Anita Dobson also receives an OBEPAThe Who rocker Roger Daltrey is knighted for his work with the Teenage Cancer TrustPAAngel of the North sculptor Sir Antony Gormley is a Companion of HonourGetty
Duncan Caroline and Jenna Speirs, from Bute, Scotland, said the idea was started by Calum, Jenna’s twin, who had an inoperable brain tumour at 12 and died in 2006.
Jenna said: “Calum spoke to children who’d never seen the sea, or been on a ferry.
“It’s special for us to be honoured together.”
Alison Magdin and daughter Carly Barrett who have fought to end knife crime in the North East, following the death of their daughter and sister Samantha, get MBEs.
The youngest Honours recipient is 11-year-old Carmela Chillery-Watson MBE, who fundraises despite a life-limiting muscle-wasting condition.
Arthur Edwards / The SunWar hero Geoff Roberts, 99, who survived the ill-fated Battle of Arnhem in 1944, is made an MBE after decades of returning to honour fallen comrades[/caption]
Every time, he has visited the graves of his two best pals who took part in the nine-day airborne invasion immortalised in the film A Bridge Too Far.
He was the only survivor last year from the 3,500 who took part who was fit enough to return.
Geoff, a Private in the King’s Own Scottish Borderers, said: “We failed, and the people of Arnhem paid a heavy price for us trying to liberate them — but they’re still thanking us after all this time.”
Geoff, of Peterborough, received his gong for services to the commemoration of the Battle of Arnhem and to charity.
Director general Philip Douglas becomes a Companion of the Order of the Bath (CB), given to the military and civil service figures.
The honours also include a damehood for former MP and Leader of the House of CommonsPenny Mordaunt, who had a key role in the King’s coronation when she presented the Sword of State to the monarch.
The former Defence Secretary said it was “lovely to be appreciated in this way”.
2 days agoLatest NewsComments Off on A season for busking: children’s book inspires song
First Nations culture, language and knowledge will be brought into classrooms across the country through song, as part of the Busking for Change initiative.