Broadcaster Kathryn Thomas has opened up being overweight as a child and the name calling and shaming that came with that on the Late Late Show, ahead of her new weight loss documentary
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A former security minister has called for an “urgent investigation” into reports of Russian links to drone activity over US air bases in England. A number of unidentified drones were spotted on multiple occasions over three airbases – RAF Lakenheath and RAF Mildenhall, in Suffolk, and RAF Feltwell, in Norfolk – last November, the United States Air Force (USAF) said. Around 60 British troops were deployed to help USAF in its investigation of the incident. Labour frontbencher Lord Coaker warned at the time that those responsible for the spate of recent illegal airborne incursions faced up to 14 years in…
ELITE Royal Marine commandos train for Actic Special Ops as Britain opens talks with Norway counter threats from Russia in the High North. Defence Secretary John Healey met his counterpart Tore Sandvik at Norway’s Bodo military HQ buried deep inside a mountain. PA Elite Royal Marine commandos train for arctic Special Ops[/caption] Commandos launch shells from Vikings in NorwayPA Healey said a “new era of threat” demanded new kinds of defence. He said: “We will create a new era of defence partnership to bring us closer than ever before as we tackle increasing threats, strengthen Nato, and boost our security…
DOIREANN Garrihy opened up about how being bullied gave her a thicker skin for online trolls on RTE Late Late Show. Patrick Kielty returned to Montrose tonight for another epsiode of the hit-chat show with Doieann Garrihy, Mario Rosentsock, Fiona Shaw and Kathryn Thomas. RTE Doireann Garrihy was the Late Late Show tonight[/caption] RTE Doireann opened up about being bullied as a teen[/caption] The Down comic was joined at the top of the show by Doireann where she started off by discussing her return to RTE 2FM. She said: “I had done four years of breakfast, ten years of kind of mad…
A BRITISH hiker who plunged to his death while trekking along a “banned route” in the Himalayas has been identified as 27-year-old Tom Howard. The Durham University graduate tragically died on Monday after falling from a “considerable height” while on India’s Triund Trek with his friend Robert Emerton, 27. Facebook A Durham University graduate has been identified as the British tourist who died after falling in the Himalayas[/caption] It took rescuers more than a day to bring the tourist down the hill due to the tricky terrain Getty The Dhauladhar Mountain range[/caption] It’s thought the pair were unaware of a…
LUKE HEENEY’S first goal in 4½ years iced the cake on Drogheda United’s homecoming party as Sligo Rovers were put to the sword. Goals in each half from Josh Thomas and Darragh Markey had Kevin Doherty’s team in command. Luke Heeney got on the scoresheet as Drogheda hammered Sligo RoversThomas Flinkow/Sportsfile That was before stalwart Heeney bagged a rare goal in injury time, his first since the First Division-clinching win over Cabinteely in 2020. At least this time there was a crowd here to see it — and a big one at that. Sullivan & Lambe Park welcomed 2,312 fans…
Doireann Garrihy, Kathryn Thomas and Mario Rosenstock joined host Patrick Kielty tonight, and many on social media were saying the same thing
RUSSIA is on track to lose a million soldiers to death and injury by its so-called Victory Day. The toll from Putin’s bloodbath already stands at 860,000 Kremlin casualties, according to UK defence intelligence. Reuters UK defence intelligence sources say the toll from Putin’s bloodbath already stands at 860,000 Kremlin casualties[/caption] A burning Russian armoured personnel carrier in KharkivAFP Moscow has been losing an average of 1,500 troops a day since November. If it stays on the current trajectory, Russia will lose another 115,000 dead and injured by May 9, when Putin and his stooges gather in the Red Square…
THE Man from Del Monte has been replaced by retired Pauline Crosby — who could star in new telly adverts. The 74-year-old ex-servicewoman was offered the brand ambassador role after winning a public vote. Pauline Crosby, pictured with granddaughter Poppie Capper, was offered the brand ambassador role after winning a public voteSupplied YouTube Del Monte’s 1980s adverts featured actor Brian Jackson in a linen suit and Panama hat as he tested the ripeness of fruit[/caption] US canned fruit giant Del Monte’s 1980s adverts featured actor Brian Jackson in a linen suit and Panama hat as he tested the ripeness of…
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A COUPLE believe they were destined to wed — as they have consecutive birth certificate numbers. Chris and Julia Miles said they could not believe their eyes when they spotted the coincidence eight years into their marriage. Doug Seeburg Chris and Julia Miles are convinced they were meant to be after discovering their birth certificates have consecutive numbers[/caption] Doug Seeburg The numbers on the birth certificate suggest both sets of parents must have been at the register office at the same time on February 27, 1975[/caption] Doug Seeburg The couple’s moment of ‘destiny’ at their wedding in 2002[/caption] They put…
RTE Late Late Show viewers were all left praising Fiona Shaw after tonight’s interview. The BAFTA-winning actress joined host Patrick Kielty to discuss her renowned career in film and TV which spans over five decades. RTE Fiona Shaw sat down with Patrick Kielty tonight[/caption] RTE Fiona spoke fondly about Cork[/caption] RTE RTE viewers all adored Kathryn Thomas[/caption] The Cork star spoke about her iconic roles in hit TV shows such as Bad Sisters and Killing Eve, as well as her much-beloved film character in the Harry Potter franchise and My Left Foot. She came to the RTE studio straight from the Dublin premiere of her latest film Park Avenue at the Dublin International Film Festival. Fiona grew up…
DEATH in Paradise viewers were left gobsmacked by a plot twist ‘no one saw coming’ amid criticism for the new series. The BBC crime drama’s latest episode took DI Mervin Wilson (Don Gilet) and his team to Ambrose Distillery. BBC Death In Paradise episode shocked fans with a big swerve[/caption] BBC Distillery owner Patrick Ambrose was murdered[/caption] BBC Mervin and Naomi cracked the case – but with a twist[/caption] Owner Patrick Ambrose (Ansu Kabia) was poisoned while drinking a glass of rum. His sudden death came as he’d been on the verge of selling up the distillery. But a major…
Burnley manager Scott Parker paid tribute to his record-breaking defence – and an exciting new forward – after a resounding 4-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday. The Championship promotion hopefuls continue to defend at a phenomenal rate after a 12th successive clean sheet. Equally encouraging for a team that has found goals hard to come by was a goal for Marcus Edwards, signed on loan from Sporting Lisbon last month, on his first start. Edwards, who was in Tottenham’s academy while Parker was a player there, scored the opener. “Full credit to everyone at the club, for us to be able…
SportsLine’s model has simulated the 2025 Ambetter Health 400 10,000 times and released its coveted NASCAR at Atlanta best bets SportsLine’s model has simulated the 2025 Ambetter Health 400 10,000 times and released its coveted NASCAR at Atlanta best bets USATSI After the season-opening race at Daytona, the NASCAR Cup Series shifts to Atlanta Motor Speedway for the 2025 Ambetter Health 400. Sunday’s race begins at 3 p.m. ET on the 1.54-mile asphalt track, with drivers competing over 260 laps. William Byron became just the fifth driver to win back-to-back Daytona 500s a week ago, but he’s a 16-1 NASCAR…
TOWIE’S James ‘Diags’ Bennewith and Jodie Wells come face to face in excruciatingly awkward scenes from the show’s upcoming series. The 33-year-olds, who haven’t seen each other since their breakup, meet in a retro American-style diner, and the tension between them is undeniable. ITV TOWIE’S James ‘Diags’ Bennewith and Jodie Wells come face to face in excruciatingly awkward scenes from the show’s upcoming series[/caption] ITV They meet in a retro American-style diner, and the tension between them is undeniable[/caption] ITV As Jodie approaches Diags, she sweetly plants a brief kiss on his cheek[/caption] As Jodie approaches Diags, she sweetly plants…
A PERSON has been confirmed dead in a horror car fire at a popular seaside spot. Cops confirmed a person has tragically died in a car fire in the village of Ynyslas, Aberystwyth, on Wednesday evening. Alamy A person has been confirmed dead in a car fire[/caption] Mid and West Wales Fire Service rushed to the scene at around 7.30pm to tackle the blaze and cops arrived after 8pm. Response teams were aimed at a vehicle that was “well alight.” The fire crew used a hose reel jet, a breathing apparatus set, and a thermal imaging camera to put out…
SportsLine combat expert Josh Nagel has released his top selections for the Feb. 22 light heavyweight Artur Bterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol 2 match at King Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia SportsLine combat expert Josh Nagel has released his top selections for the Feb. 22 light heavyweight Artur Bterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol 2 match at King Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Getty Images Artur Beterbiev battles Dmitry Bivol in a rematch for the undisputed light heavyweight championship in a 12-round bout on Saturday. The main Beterbiev vs. Bivol fight card at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, gets underway at 11:45…
A BOLIVIAN man who owes money to a drugs gang back home was allowed to stay in the UK. Deputy Upper Tribunal Judge Jessica Smeaton, above, ruled he can remain for his own protection, despite no evidence he would actually be at risk. Documents show that the anonymous man overstayed his visa in 2018. He later failed an application for asylum. The Home Office said the persecution fears did not meet Refugee Convention criteria. But he successfully appealed to a tribunal — which was upheld by the Upper Tribunal on January 8. Ms Smeaton ruled he has a right to…
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