thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Jacqueline Jossa feared she would be bald for life after postpartum hair-loss

Jacqueline Jossa has bravely spoken about going bald after giving birth to her first child .
The actress , who shares two little girls Ella , five , and two-year-old Mia with husband Dan Osbourne , suffered with hair-loss after her first pregnancy in 2015 .
I 'm A Celeb winner Jacqueline , 27 , who was working on BBC soap EastEnders at the time , explained how the baldness `` affected her confidence '' during an appearance on Katie Piper 's Extraordinary People podcast .
Detailing where her hair fell-out , she shared : `` My hair loss was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ baby hairs , and when it grew back it looked like it was all growing different ways . ''
Jac shared that her confidence was lost as she shared : “ My hair has always been my thing , my comfort blanket , I ’ ve always had long hair .
“ [ When it happened ] it really worried me , I was really insecure .
I was young , 22 , I thought it would never grow back – like this is me now .
“ It plays a big part @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t feel like yourself , you don ’ t look like yourself .
It 100 % affected my confidence.
” She recalled : “ I noticed it properly the first time I was trying to do my hair [ after having Ella ] .
I love wearing my hair up and I couldn ’ t for a long time . ''
She added that she reached out to the make-up team and crew at EastEnders as she had no idea what to do as she was embarrassed that her locks were not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recently told OK !
magazine that she would shave her head for an acting role .
It came after she trick fans into thinking she 'd had the chop , posting a photo of hair on the floor with the caption `` hair today gone tomorrow '' during a shoot for her InTheStyle fashion range last month .
She told the magazine : `` I think it 's fun to play with the wigs .
`` If I had to for a role or something , if they asked me to shave my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my head . ''
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JAC JOSSA SHOWS OFF HER WEST END SINGING VOICE AS SHE BEGS FOR CAMP ROCK MUSICAL
JAC JOSSA SHOWS OFF HER WEST END SINGING VOICE AS SHE BEGS FOR CAMP ROCK MUSICAL
The actress, who is mother to daughters Ella, five, and two-year-old Mia, suffered with hair-loss after welcoming her first tot in 2015
Jacqueline Jossa feared she would be bald for life after postpartum hair-loss
Jacqueline Jossa has bravely spoken about going bald after giving birth to her first child.
The actress, who shares two little girls Ella, five, and two-year-old Mia with husband Dan Osbourne, suffered with hair-loss after her first pregnancy in 2015.
I'm A Celeb winner Jacqueline, 27, who was working on BBC soap EastEnders at the time, explained how the baldness "affected her confidence" during an appearance on Katie Piper's Extraordinary People podcast.
Detailing where her hair fell-out, she shared: "My hair loss was completely round the front, all the baby hairs, and when it grew back it looked like it was all growing different ways."
Image: @jacjossa/Instagram) @jacjossa/Instagram)
Jac shared that her confidence was lost as she shared: “My hair has always been my thing, my comfort blanket, I’ve always had long hair.
“[When it happened] it really worried me, I was really insecure. I was young, 22, I thought it would never grow back – like this is me now.
“It plays a big part in your mental health because you don’t feel like yourself, you don’t look like yourself. It 100% affected my confidence.”
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Image: danosborneofficial /Instagram) danosborneofficial /Instagram)
She recalled: “I noticed it properly the first time I was trying to do my hair [after having Ella]. I love wearing my hair up and I couldn’t for a long time."
She added that she reached out to the make-up team and crew at EastEnders as she had no idea what to do as she was embarrassed that her locks were not the same.
It comes after Jacqueline recently told OK! magazine that she would shave her head for an acting role.
Image: BBC/Jack Barnes) BBC/Jack Barnes)
It came after she trick fans into thinking she'd had the chop, posting a photo of hair on the floor with the caption "hair today gone tomorrow" during a shoot for her InTheStyle fashion range last month.
She told the magazine: "I think it's fun to play with the wigs.
"If I had to for a role or something, if they asked me to shave my head for a role I would shave my head."
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thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Tory Matt Hancock admits he couldn't live on £94-a-week sick pay

Health Secretary Matt Hancock has admitted he could not live on the UK 's meagre £94.25-a-week rate of sick pay .
The Cabinet minister issued a blunt `` no '' when he was asked on BBC 's Question Time if he could get by on the sum .
His forthright response comes after other Tories , including Chancellor Rishi Sunak , dodged the question .
And it hints there could be a change to sick pay in a sweeping package of measures for workers that is due to be announced by Mr Sunak tonight .
The Chancellor has spent days @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - including the TUC , whose boss Frances O'Grady quizzed him on Question Time - about how to help workers .
A £350bn bailout this week mainly went to businesses and had no conditions on keeping workers ' jobs .
Reports suggest he could accept proposals to subsidise workers ' wages , essentially paying them directly from the state , to ensure their jobs are still there after the outbreak .
But as of now , sick pay is still not available to the self-employed or anyone earning less than £118 a week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ took place without an audience and with a wide distance between each panellist - Mr Hancock said : `` I 'm not going to prejudge what the Chancellor 's going to say tomorrow .
`` But all I can say is : mark my words , we will do everything we can to make sure people are supported through this . ''
Today Mr Hancock said Chancellor Rishi Sunak will announce “ much more ” for stricken workers later today .
Health Secretary Matt Hancock admitted only the “ heft of the state @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Campaigners have called for the state to subsidise the majority of workers ’ wages and raise sick pay and Universal Credit .
Mr Hancock told BBC Radio 4 ’ s Today programme : “ The Chancellor will be saying much more today .
“ The only was to think about this is it is a war against an invisible killer .
And that means that we have to marshal the resources of the entire nation as best we possibly can as a community .
“ We ’ re all humans… We all must @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ And of course it is only the financial heft of the state that can help people through this so that when we come out the other side , the businesses are still there and ready to open again.
” Mr Hancock tried to allay doctors ' fears that they are lacking the protective equipment and ventilators they needed to deal with the coronavirus crisis .
A junior doctor in Weston-super-Mare told him her colleagues are `` frightened '' of ending up in a situation similar to Italy 's in a few @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rationed when the NHS becomes `` overwhelmed '' .
Mr Hancock said a `` massive effort '' was under way to deliver personal protective equipment to NHS staff and social care providers .
`` I can tell you that over the last 24 hours we 've shipped 2.6 million masks , 10,000 bottles of hand sanitiser , and we have a growing effort to get that equipment to the frontline , '' he said .
`` Overnight we 're going to get 150 hospitals the next pack of protective equipment that they need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ storage in case there 's a pandemic like this and there are literally lorries on the road right now .
`` Some hospitals will get it overnight tonight and then the rest will get their next load before the end of the weekend . ''
The Cabinet minister assured that the Government has had an `` amazing response '' to a call-out for manufacturers to turn their efforts to make ventilators , which are seen as essential to saving lives from Covid-19 .
He said 1,400 companies have come forward to say they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the task .

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Frances O'Grady says the government needs to support small business
Frances O'Grady says the government needs to support small business
The Cabinet minister issued a blunt "no" when asked if he could survive on the rate - as ministers prepare a sweeping package of measures to help workers tonight
Health Secretary Matt Hancock has admitted he could not live on the UK's meagre £94.25-a-week rate of sick pay.
The Cabinet minister issued a blunt "no" when he was asked on BBC's Question Time if he could get by on the sum.
His forthright response comes after other Tories, including Chancellor Rishi Sunak, dodged the question.
And it hints there could be a change to sick pay in a sweeping package of measures for workers that is due to be announced by Mr Sunak tonight.
The Chancellor has spent days locked in talks with industry and unions - including the TUC, whose boss Frances O'Grady quizzed him on Question Time - about how to help workers.
A £350bn bailout this week mainly went to businesses and had no conditions on keeping workers' jobs.
Reports suggest he could accept proposals to subsidise workers' wages, essentially paying them directly from the state, to ensure their jobs are still there after the outbreak.
But as of now, sick pay is still not available to the self-employed or anyone earning less than £118 a week.
Speaking on Question Time - which took place without an audience and with a wide distance between each panellist - Mr Hancock said: "I'm not going to prejudge what the Chancellor's going to say tomorrow.
"But all I can say is: mark my words, we will do everything we can to make sure people are supported through this."
Today Mr Hancock said Chancellor Rishi Sunak will announce “much more” for stricken workers later today.
Health Secretary Matt Hancock admitted only the “heft of the state” could save millions from redundancy.
Campaigners have called for the state to subsidise the majority of workers’ wages and raise sick pay and Universal Credit.
Mr Hancock told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme: “The Chancellor will be saying much more today.
“The only was to think about this is it is a war against an invisible killer. And that means that we have to marshal the resources of the entire nation as best we possibly can as a community.
“We’re all humans… We all must come together to rise to this challenge.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
“And of course it is only the financial heft of the state that can help people through this so that when we come out the other side, the businesses are still there and ready to open again.”
Mr Hancock tried to allay doctors' fears that they are lacking the protective equipment and ventilators they needed to deal with the coronavirus crisis.
A junior doctor in Weston-super-Mare told him her colleagues are "frightened" of ending up in a situation similar to Italy's in a few weeks and asked how equipment would be rationed when the NHS becomes "overwhelmed".
Mr Hancock said a "massive effort" was under way to deliver personal protective equipment to NHS staff and social care providers.
"I can tell you that over the last 24 hours we've shipped 2.6 million masks, 10,000 bottles of hand sanitiser, and we have a growing effort to get that equipment to the frontline," he said.
"Overnight we're going to get 150 hospitals the next pack of protective equipment that they need. We've got all this in storage in case there's a pandemic like this and there are literally lorries on the road right now.
"Some hospitals will get it overnight tonight and then the rest will get their next load before the end of the weekend."
The Cabinet minister assured that the Government has had an "amazing response" to a call-out for manufacturers to turn their efforts to make ventilators, which are seen as essential to saving lives from Covid-19.
He said 1,400 companies have come forward to say they are able to turn their capabilities to the task.


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--UK starting coronavirus vaccine next month and virus-zapping robots are ready

The UK could begin trials for a coronavirus vaccine next month , robots are using light beam to zap viruses and air pollution has rapidly dropped .
Despite the doom and gloom surrounding the deadly pandemic , more pieces of good news are emerging in the UK and across the world as the fight to stop the virus continues .
As of 9am on Thursday , 3,269 people tested positive for Covid-19 in the UK , and there have been 144 recorded deaths - but there does appear to be some hope on the horizon .
Here are eight feel-good @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your face .
In China , a robot was used to kill microbes with a zap of ultraviolet light .
The incredible test took place in a mock-hospital room , which sees the self-driving machine destroy viruses , bacteria and any other microbes that damage DNA .
It uses eight bulbs full of UV-C ultraviolet light , with the machines being distributed across the world - including Europe .
Each robot costs $ 67,000 to make , and although it has not yet been proven to kill coronavirus , doctors are confident it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ take the robot around 20 minutes for the robot to clear the room of any viruses .
On Wednesday , China reported that there have been no new cases of coronavirus for the first time since the outbreak .
China has been on lockdown , meaning people can only go outside for food shopping or essential work .
We can not thank the NHS staff enough for their hard work during the crisis , and businesses are saying thanks you to them .
Companies like Pret , Starbucks , Leon and Domino 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , hot drinks and even hair cuts just to say a massive thanks too .
As many across the world are working from home and flights being cancelled , the European Space Agency 's Copernicus Sentinel-5P satellite estimates that the level of nitrogen dioxide in the atmosphere has declined somewhere between 20 to 30 per cent in February .
This is compared to previous measurements for the same month in 2017 , 2018 , and 2019 .
Coronavirus has been an eye opener in terms of how healthcare systems have responded to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , better and quicker distribution of testing kits , and more coordinated and coherent public messaging should be expected the next time around .
League Two side Leyton Orient are helping fans across the globe who miss the beautiful game by organising a 128-team FIFA tournament .
Teams will be involved across the world , and each club will nominate one player to represent them .
The tournament will be streamed for fans to watch in the hope that they will donate towards the coronavirus effort .
Trials of a coronavirus vaccine could @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Government 's health agency has said , as it prepares to start evaluating a drug developed by Oxford University .
Scientists at Public Health England could give the go-ahead for human testing well ahead of the usual time frame for drug development .
The health agency is only due to start preliminary evaluation of the vaccine on animals next week .
PHE researchers have collaborated with teams at Liverpool and Bristol universities to create an exact replica of Covid-19 for use in the testing process .
Those behind the vaccine have been given @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tests are complete , the Guardian reported , in a bid to accelerate the development process .
And in the UK , around 250 community groups have been set up to help those suffering from coronavirus or in self-isolation .
Covid-19 Mutual Aid UK organised the groups , which aim to offer those who need shopping , dog walking , or other services .

Although the number of coronavirus cases has jumped and death tolls have risen across the UK, there is some positive news involving robots, football and how companies are thanking NHS staff
The UK could begin trials for a coronavirus vaccine next month, robots are using light beam to zap viruses and air pollution has rapidly dropped.
Despite the doom and gloom surrounding the deadly pandemic, more pieces of good news are emerging in the UK and across the world as the fight to stop the virus continues.
As of 9am on Thursday, 3,269 people tested positive for Covid-19 in the UK, and there have been 144 recorded deaths.
And everyone in the UK has now been told to avoid all unnecessary social contact, travel and attending work where possible.
But there does appear to be some hope on the horizon... Here are eight feel-good stories that should put a smile on your face.
Image: ADRIENNE MURRAY) ADRIENNE MURRAY)
Robots use light beams to zap viruses
In China, a robot was used to kill microbes with a zap of ultraviolet light.
The incredible test took place in a mock-hospital room, which sees the self-driving machine destroy viruses, bacteria and any other microbes that damage DNA.
It uses eight bulbs full of UV-C ultraviolet light, with the machines being distributed across the world - including Europe.
Each robot costs $67,000 to make, and although it has not yet been proven to kill coronavirus, doctors are confident it will, reports the BBC.
It take the robot around 20 minutes for the robot to clear the room of any viruses.
China reports no new cases
Image: WU HONG/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock) WU HONG/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock)
On Wednesday, China reported that there have been no new cases of coronavirus for the first time since the outbreak.
China has been on lockdown, meaning people can only go outside for food shopping or essential work.
Businesses are rewarding NHS staff
We cannot thank the NHS staff enough for their hard work during the crisis, and businesses are saying thanks you to them.
Companies like Pret, Starbucks, Leon and Domino's are offering the NHS discounts on lunches, hot drinks and even hair cuts just to say a massive thanks too.
Air pollution has rapidly dropped
As many across the world are working from home and flights being cancelled, the European Space Agency's Copernicus Sentinel-5P satellite estimates that the level of nitrogen dioxide in the atmosphere has declined somewhere between 20 to 30 per cent in February.
This is compared to previous measurements for the same month in 2017, 2018, and 2019.
Responses to future pandemics should improve
Coronavirus has been an eye opener in terms of how healthcare systems have responded to the pandemic, so a faster global response, better and quicker distribution of testing kits, and more coordinated and coherent public messaging should be expected the next time around.
FIFA tournament involving 128 teams to help football fans
League Two side Leyton Orient are helping fans across the globe who miss the beautiful game by organising a 128-team FIFA tournament.
What are the symptoms of coronavirus? The most common symptoms of the coronavirus are: a dry, persistent cough
a fever If you experience these symptoms, you should immediately self-isolate yourself for seven days. It is not necessary to call NHS 111 unless your symptoms get more severe. Some patients have reported fatigue, headaches, shortness of breath and aches and pains. Sneezing is not a symptom of the coronavirus.
Teams will be involved across the world, and each club will nominate one player to represent them.
The tournament will be streamed for fans to watch in the hope that they will donate towards the coronavirus effort.
UK could trial vaccine next month
Trials of a coronavirus vaccine could begin within the next month, the Government's health agency has said, as it prepares to start evaluating a drug developed by Oxford University.
Scientists at Public Health England could give the go-ahead for human testing well ahead of the usual time frame for drug development.
The health agency is only due to start preliminary evaluation of the vaccine on animals next week.
PHE researchers have collaborated with teams at Liverpool and Bristol universities to create an exact replica of Covid-19 for use in the testing process.
Those behind the vaccine have been given permission to commence human trials before animal tests are complete, the Guardian reported, in a bid to accelerate the development process.
Hundreds of community groups set up
And in the UK, around 250 community groups have been set up to help those suffering from coronavirus or in self-isolation.
Covid-19 Mutual Aid UK organised the groups, which aim to offer those who need shopping, dog walking, or other services.


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Liverpool's Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain tests massage skills on pop star girlfriend

Liverpool midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain may have found his new career once he hangs up his boots after trying out his massage technique on pop star girlfriend Perrie Edwards .
Footballers are having to find new ways to keep themselves entertained after the coronavirus outbreak led to the suspension of games around the globe .
Many , including Barcelona'sLionel Messi and Man Utd new boy Bruno Fernandes , have taken part in the Stay At Home challenge , which sees athletes play keepy-uppy with a roll of toilet paper at home .
Cesc Fabregas , meanwhile , has been acting out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to America ' at his Monaco home , while Man City striker Sergio Aguero has been making pizzas with partner Sofi Calzetti .
The Ox , though , has been spending plenty of time with Edwards , one quarter of the girlband Little Mix , with the pair sharing their self-isolation at home on Instagram .
Earlier this week , the loved-up duo became internet sensations after Perrie posted a clip showing how the England international had picked up on some of her trademark dance moves .
And it seems the Champions League @ @ @ @ @ @ @ end there as he gave his girlfriend a foot rub as they watched TV on Thursday night .
All seemed to be going well as Oxlade-Chamberlain gently caressed his partner 's foot , looking to soothe any tension she may have had in the area .
However , as the clip went on , it soon became apparent the 26-year-old still has plenty to learn in the massage game as he began to work vigariously on Perrie 's foot , causing her to call out in pain .
The England star tried to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ singer he was giving her a 'sports message ' .
The pop star , though , disagreed and captioned the clip : `` He mixed my ice cream then started giving me a foot massage .
I thought 2020 was looking up for a second before he nearly broke me ( sic ) foot with a 'sports massage ' . ''
With Premier League games now suspended until April 30 at the earliest , the Ox will have plenty of time to work on his massage technique .

The loved-up pair have been documenting their self-isolation on Instagram with the England international helping to soothe any tension the Little Mix singer may have had
Liverpool midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain may have found his new career once he hangs up his boots after trying out his massage technique on pop star girlfriend Perrie Edwards.
Footballers are having to find new ways to keep themselves entertained after the coronavirus outbreak led to the suspension of games around the globe.
Many, including Barcelona's Lionel Messi and Man Utd new boy Bruno Fernandes, have taken part in the Stay At Home challenge, which sees athletes play keepy-uppy with a roll of toilet paper at home.
Cesc Fabregas, meanwhile, has been acting out scenes from the Eddie Murphy film 'Coming to America' at his Monaco home, while Man City striker Sergio Aguero has been making pizzas with partner Sofi Calzetti.
Image: Instagram/perrieedwards) Instagram/perrieedwards)
The Ox, though, has been spending plenty of time with Edwards, one quarter of the girlband Little Mix, with the pair sharing their self-isolation at home on Instagram.
Earlier this week, the loved-up duo became internet sensations after Perrie posted a clip showing how the England international had picked up on some of her trademark dance moves.
And it seems the Champions League winner's list of talents don't end there as he gave his girlfriend a foot rub as they watched TV on Thursday night.
All seemed to be going well as Oxlade-Chamberlain gently caressed his partner's foot, looking to soothe any tension she may have had in the area.
Image: Instagram/perrieedwards) Instagram/perrieedwards)
However, as the clip went on, it soon became apparent the 26-year-old still has plenty to learn in the massage game as he began to work vigariously on Perrie's foot, causing her to call out in pain.
The England star tried to defend himself, telling the Little Mix singer he was giving her a 'sports message'.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
The pop star, though, disagreed and captioned the clip: "He mixed my ice cream then started giving me a foot massage. I thought 2020 was looking up for a second before he nearly broke me (sic) foot with a 'sports massage'."
With Premier League games now suspended until April 30 at the earliest, the Ox will have plenty of time to work on his massage technique.


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--RFU ends 2019/20 English season with immediate effect for all but Premiership

English rugby boss Bill Sweeney has ended the 2019/20 season with immediate effect for all league , cup and county rugby except the Premiership .
In an open letter to all clubs , players and fans , the Rugby Football Union chief executive announced that all remaining fixtures had been cancelled .
Sweeney said the action had been taken “ in order to provide clarity and to assist with immediate and longer term planning ” - but it left confusion as to what will happen with promotion and relegation .
“ We are working through the implications of ending the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ process to ensure fair and balanced outcomes for the game , ” Sweeney wrote .
“ We will communicate these outcomes by the middle of April .
“ While we would like to provide all the answers now , we need some time to get it right for the best interests of the game .
Rest assured we are working on this as a priority and we will continue to send weekly updates to clubs.
” The RFU acted hours after it emerged that several Premiership clubs will ask players to take considerable @ @ @ @ @ @ @ financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic .
Players ’ Union boss Damian Hopley said : “ Our advice is that players hear what the clubs have to say and then we will consider a collective position across the league . ''
Away from the top flight the RFU has yet to provide any financial reassurance to their clubs - unlike both the Welsh and Scottish rugby unions .

Rugby Football Union chief executive Bill Sweeney takes decision “in order to provide clarity and to assist with immediate and longer term planning”
RFU ends 2019/20 English season with immediate effect for all but Premiership
English rugby boss Bill Sweeney has ended the 2019/20 season with immediate effect for all league, cup and county rugby except the Premiership.
In an open letter to all clubs, players and fans, the Rugby Football Union chief executive announced that all remaining fixtures had been cancelled.
Sweeney said the action had been taken “in order to provide clarity and to assist with immediate and longer term planning” - but it left confusion as to what will happen with promotion and relegation.
Image: Getty) Getty)
“We are working through the implications of ending the season early and have instigated a thorough process to ensure fair and balanced outcomes for the game,” Sweeney wrote. “We will communicate these outcomes by the middle of April.
“While we would like to provide all the answers now, we need some time to get it right for the best interests of the game. Rest assured we are working on this as a priority and we will continue to send weekly updates to clubs.”
The RFU acted hours after it emerged that several Premiership clubs will ask players to take considerable pay cuts to help cope with the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Players’ Union boss Damian Hopley said: “Our advice is that players hear what the clubs have to say and then we will consider a collective position across the league."
Away from the top flight the RFU has yet to provide any financial reassurance to their clubs - unlike both the Welsh and Scottish rugby unions.


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Paul Pogba 'unhappy at Man Utd' despite recent Bruno Fernandes claim

Paul Pogba is `` unhappy '' at Manchester United and `` should leave '' .
That 's the opinion of former Liverpool star John Barnes , who believes there is still a `` toxic '' atmosphere at Old Trafford , which will only be lifted when the Frenchman moves on .
Barnes ' comments follow the claim that Pogba no longer wants to leave United , and is excited by the prospect of playing alongside Bruno Fernandes .
Pogba has been out of action with an ankle injury since Boxing Day but was set to return to training with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ France international 's return has been hampered by the outbreak of the coronavirus , which saw the Red Devils ' Carrington training ground closed down .
Pogba 's current state of mind is not known , but Barnes is convinced he 's still unsettled at United , and has suggested it is time for him to finally leave .
`` You simply can not have an unhappy player at a football club , you ca n't make them feel more important than the club and fans , '' Barnes told BonusCodeBets.co.uk .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by being disrespectful because they 're not keeping the player happy .
It is a ridiculous concept that you need to keep players happy .
`` The players should have to keep the manager and the fans happy , and if you do n't , then he has to go .
`` This whole situation at United , from the outside , it seems like he has so much power at the club which makes everyone talk about him , the situation is so toxic within the club .
He should leave .
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World Cup winner Paul Pogba has been linked with a move away from Man United for some time now, and John Barnes believes it's time he finally departed Old Trafford
Paul Pogba is "unhappy" at Manchester United and "should leave".
That's the opinion of former Liverpool star John Barnes, who believes there is still a "toxic" atmosphere at Old Trafford, which will only be lifted when the Frenchman moves on.
Barnes' comments follow the claim that Pogba no longer wants to leave United, and is excited by the prospect of playing alongside Bruno Fernandes.
Pogba has been out of action with an ankle injury since Boxing Day but was set to return to training with the first team last week.
But the France international's return has been hampered by the outbreak of the coronavirus, which saw the Red Devils' Carrington training ground closed down.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
Pogba's current state of mind is not known, but Barnes is convinced he's still unsettled at United, and has suggested it is time for him to finally leave.
"You simply cannot have an unhappy player at a football club, you can't make them feel more important than the club and fans," Barnes told BonusCodeBets.co.uk.
"Equally, it can undermine the club by being disrespectful because they're not keeping the player happy. It is a ridiculous concept that you need to keep players happy.
Image: Action Images via Reuters) Action Images via Reuters)
"The players should have to keep the manager and the fans happy, and if you don't, then he has to go.
"This whole situation at United, from the outside, it seems like he has so much power at the club which makes everyone talk about him, the situation is so toxic within the club. He should leave."


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Incredible flower destinations around the world that are blooming beautiful

Spring is finally here and as the temperatures warm and the sun makes an appearance , the world also bursts into colour as beautiful flowers bloom .
We 're not just talking a few picturesque gardens either .
In some destinations you 'll find entire fields , valleys and national parks where the springtime bloom is particularly breathtaking .
Think Japan 's iconic cherry blossoms , the Netherland 's colourful tulip fields , and even the UK 's spectacular bluebell offerings .
Then there are islands which offer up some seriously eye-catching flowers , not to mention deserts where unexpected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ take a look at the world 's blooming incredible flower destinations ... Is there one you love that you think should be on the list ?
Let us know in the comments below .
Japan 's colourful pink cherry blossoms are iconic , with peak season often falling in early April and lasting around two weeks .
There are thousands of trees and over hundreds of varieties to be found at various castles , national parks , cities and even mountains across Japan .
Famous spots include Hirosaki Castle , Philosopher 's Walk @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Nara Prefecture .
Want to see more pretty cherry blossom pictures , and which hotspots offer the best views ?
We 've got a guide to the best cherry blossom spots in Japan to give you a helping hand .
Brits do n't need to venture abroad to see some incredible floral displays - the UK is filled with beautiful bluebell woods and fields that are well worth having on your radar if you fancy a walk in the fresh air ( in open spaces of course ) .
We 've got @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bluebell hotspots that are worth having on your radar .
Despite being located in the heart of the Mojave Desert , come spring time Antelope Valley transforms into a sea of colourful poppies nestled amidst an impressive array of wildflowers .
The peak season tends to last through to May , with heaps of walking trails for visitors who want to discover this natural floral display for themselves .
It 's less than a two hour drive away from Los Angeles , so it can be done as a day trip as part @ @ @ @ @ @ @ island of Faial in the Azores has been nicknamed the 'Blue Island ' thanks to its vibrant blue hydrangeas , hailed as some of the most beautiful in the world .
They 're all over the island from the national parks to along the streets in the charming villages .
It 's actually summer which provides the best time to see the blooms , usually in late July/early August , and while they are all over the island a popular spot is Caldeira in the middle of the island .
Yes , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - but its wildflower parks deserve their own entry .
A particular highlight is the Anza-Borrego Desert state park , where the landscape transforms into rainbow-hued fields thanks to the incredible variety of colourful wildflowers that thrive in the desert landscape .
There are heaps of walking trails for visitors , and the best time to visit tends to be a little early in Spring , usually around the middle of March .
The Netherlands ' world-famous tulip fields attraction thousands of visitors every year thanks to the picture-perfect backdrops they provide ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ photo opp ) .
Popular spots include Noordoostpolder in the province of Flevoland , the coast of The Hague , Leiden and Alkmaar .
Peak season falls between March and May , when the country hosts a Tulip Festival celebrating the best of these beautiful blooms .
The lavender fields in France 's Provence look like something out of a fairytale - and they smell glorious too .
Then there are the charming villages and rolling vineyards nearby , as well as plenty of local shops where you can buy lavender oils , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The best time to visit is actually during the summer months , usually in June and July , when the flowers are in peak bloom .
Head to the Mackenzie region of the South Island and you 'll find sprawling fields packed with these incredible pastel hued flowers , ranging from pinks to purples .
They 're everywhere from the shores of Lake Tekapo , to the streams , canals and even highways .
However , it 's not during spring where you 'll find these distinctive flowers - instead , they bloom @ @ @ @ @ @ @ breathtaking almond blossom trees come to life in hotspots such as Trafaoute and the valley of Toundoute .
There are some fascinating traditional almond festivals to discover , with plenty of fun live events , music and theatre performances , and vibrant markets where locals sell some of the almond products created in the region .
The Valley of Flowers National Park in Uttarakhand is renowned for its meadows filled with an impressive array of alpine flowers , tucked away amidst the rolling green landscape .
There are plenty of winding paths and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ heaps more beautiful scenery from the bogs and rivers to the mountain views .

Incredible flower destinations around the world from Japan's cherry blossom hotspots to Arizona's impressive wildflowers
10 incredible flower destinations around the world that are blooming beautiful
Spring is finally here and as the temperatures warm and the sun makes an appearance, the world also bursts into colour as beautiful flowers bloom.
We're not just talking a few picturesque gardens either.
In some destinations you'll find entire fields, valleys and national parks where the springtime bloom is particularly breathtaking.
Think Japan's iconic cherry blossoms, the Netherland's colourful tulip fields, and even the UK's spectacular bluebell offerings.
Then there are islands which offer up some seriously eye-catching flowers, not to mention deserts where unexpected bursts of colour pop up.
We take a look at the world's blooming incredible flower destinations...
1. Cherry blossoms, Japan
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Japan's colourful pink cherry blossoms are iconic, with peak season often falling in early April and lasting around two weeks.
There are thousands of trees and over hundreds of varieties to be found at various castles, national parks, cities and even mountains across Japan. Famous spots include Hirosaki Castle, Philosopher's Walk in Kyoto, or Mount Yoshino in the Nara Prefecture.
Want to see more pretty cherry blossom pictures, and which hotspots offer the best views? We've got a guide to the best cherry blossom spots in Japan to give you a helping hand.
2. Bluebells, the UK
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Brits don't need to venture abroad to see some incredible floral displays - the UK is filled with beautiful bluebell woods and fields that are well worth having on your radar if you fancy a walk in the fresh air (in open spaces of course).
We've got a guide to the UK's best bluebell hotspots that are worth having on your radar.
3. Poppies, California
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Despite being located in the heart of the Mojave Desert, come spring time Antelope Valley transforms into a sea of colourful poppies nestled amidst an impressive array of wildflowers.
The peak season tends to last through to May, with heaps of walking trails for visitors who want to discover this natural floral display for themselves.
It's less than a two hour drive away from Los Angeles, so it can be done as a day trip as part of a wider LA itinerary.
4. Blue hydrangeas, Blue Island
The island of Faial in the Azores has been nicknamed the 'Blue Island' thanks to its vibrant blue hydrangeas, hailed as some of the most beautiful in the world.
They're all over the island from the national parks to along the streets in the charming villages.
It's actually summer which provides the best time to see the blooms, usually in late July/early August, and while they are all over the island a popular spot is Caldeira in the middle of the island.
5. Wildflowers, California
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Yes, we've included California twice on this list - but its wildflower parks deserve their own entry.
A particular highlight is the Anza-Borrego Desert state park, where the landscape transforms into rainbow-hued fields thanks to the incredible variety of colourful wildflowers that thrive in the desert landscape.
There are heaps of walking trails for visitors, and the best time to visit tends to be a little early in Spring, usually around the middle of March.
6. Tulips, The Netherlands
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The Netherlands' world-famous tulip fields attraction thousands of visitors every year thanks to the picture-perfect backdrops they provide (the nearby windmills make for a classic photo opp).
Popular spots include Noordoostpolder in the province of Flevoland, the coast of The Hague, Leiden and Alkmaar.
Peak season falls between March and May, when the country hosts a Tulip Festival celebrating the best of these beautiful blooms.
7. Lavender, France
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The lavender fields in France's Provence look like something out of a fairytale - and they smell glorious too.
Then there are the charming villages and rolling vineyards nearby, as well as plenty of local shops where you can buy lavender oils, honeys and sorbets to take home.
The best time to visit is actually during the summer months, usually in June and July, when the flowers are in peak bloom.
8. Lupins, New Zealand
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Head to the Mackenzie region of the South Island and you'll find sprawling fields packed with these incredible pastel hued flowers, ranging from pinks to purples.
They're everywhere from the shores of Lake Tekapo, to the streams, canals and even highways.
However, it's not during spring where you'll find these distinctive flowers - instead, they bloom in November.
9. Almond blossoms, Morocco
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In early spring the breathtaking almond blossom trees come to life in hotspots such as Trafaoute and the valley of Toundoute.
There are some fascinating traditional almond festivals to discover, with plenty of fun live events, music and theatre performances, and vibrant markets where locals sell some of the almond products created in the region.
10. Alpine flowers, India
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The Valley of Flowers National Park in Uttarakhand is renowned for its meadows filled with an impressive array of alpine flowers, tucked away amidst the rolling green landscape.
There are plenty of winding paths and trails for explorers, and there's heaps more beautiful scenery from the bogs and rivers to the mountain views.
Is there a destination you love that you think should be on the list? Let us know in the comments below.


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Stacey Solomon makes own hand sanitiser to beat the spread of deadly coronavirus

Stacey Solomon is leading the charge against deadly coronavirus by making sure her family has access to hand sanitiser - despite it being one of the things flying off the shelves in all major supermarkets and pharmacies .
The Loose Women star has put her DIY skills to good use to make her own at home - even though sanitiser needs to have specific ingredients , including an alcohol content of over 60 % , to work against coronavirus and other germs .
`` Off to work and I 'm going to be honest I 'm nervous about being in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ make some hand sanitiser to make myself feel better , '' she wrote on her Instagram Story .
`` Wish me luck . ''
Stacey , who appeared on Thursday 's Loose Women studio in central London , refused to give up her recipe just in case it was n't effective enough .
`` Loads of you asking what I used ...
I do n't want to say in case I tell people the wrong thing so ...
I just looked up safe and effective hand sanitizer recipes online and found one with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' she wrote .
`` I hope that helps ... love you all and stay safe . ''
Fans were baffled by Stacey 's picture of her final product though , as she showed off small bottles of her sanitiser attached to key rings - and some immediately clocked what she 'd used as containers .
Stacey returned to her Instagram Story this morning and could n't stop giggling about the messages she 'd received .
`` Loads of you asking ... yes .
I did put my homemade hand sanitiser into old @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I had ! ''
she hooted with laughter .
`` And also I thought , you know , if the alcohol does n't kill the virus , maybe the hot sauce residue will give it a good go . ''
It comes as Stacey 's two older boys , Zachary and Leighton , have their last day in school today before they close across the UK indefinitely .
Children in England , Wales , Scotland and Northern Ireland wo n't be going back to school next week , and all exams have been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ running rampant through families .
The killer virus affects elderly people more than youngsters , who can carry it asymptomatically , so schools will be shut to all but the kids of key workers for the next few weeks .

Stacey Solomon in stitches as trolls accuse her of 'knowing about coronavirus early'
Stacey Solomon in stitches as trolls accuse her of 'knowing about coronavirus early'
Stacey Solomon hooted with laughter after admitting she'd used some unorthodox containers for her homemade hand sanitiser
Stacey Solomon is leading the charge against deadly coronavirus by making sure her family has access to hand sanitiser - despite it being one of the things flying off the shelves in all major supermarkets and pharmacies.
The Loose Women star has put her DIY skills to good use to make her own at home - even though sanitiser needs to have specific ingredients, including an alcohol content of over 60%, to work against coronavirus and other germs.
"Off to work and I'm going to be honest I'm nervous about being in town so I'm trying to hand make some hand sanitiser to make myself feel better," she wrote on her Instagram Story. "Wish me luck."
Stacey, who appeared on Thursday's Loose Women studio in central London, refused to give up her recipe just in case it wasn't effective enough.
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"Loads of you asking what I used... I don't want to say in case I tell people the wrong thing so... I just looked up safe and effective hand sanitizer recipes online and found one with ingredients I had around the house," she wrote.
"I hope that helps... love you all and stay safe."
Fans were baffled by Stacey's picture of her final product though, as she showed off small bottles of her sanitiser attached to key rings - and some immediately clocked what she'd used as containers.
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Stacey returned to her Instagram Story this morning and couldn't stop giggling about the messages she'd received.
"Loads of you asking... yes. I did put my homemade hand sanitiser into old hot sauce pots. It's all I had!" she hooted with laughter.
"And also I thought, you know, if the alcohol doesn't kill the virus, maybe the hot sauce residue will give it a good go."
It comes as Stacey's two older boys, Zachary and Leighton, have their last day in school today before they close across the UK indefinitely.
Children in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland won't be going back to school next week, and all exams have been cancelled in order to stop coronavirus from running rampant through families.
The killer virus affects elderly people more than youngsters, who can carry it asymptomatically, so schools will be shut to all but the kids of key workers for the next few weeks.


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Kym Marsh cancels The One Show hosting gig over fears she has coronavirus

Kym Marsh has been forced to cancel her appearance on The One Show tonight over fears she has contracted coronavirus .
The decision was made hours before Kym was due to stand-in for Matt Baker , who has been forced to stay at home and self-isolate after coming down with the symptoms himself this week .
Kym was heartbroken to announce the news but said it would be 'irresponsible ' for her to travel to the studio .
`` I ’ ve had to cancel some work , '' she admitted .
`` I was supposed to co-host The One @ @ @ @ @ @ @ very irresponsible of me to travel there even if I had been feeling well enough , '' the unwell star told OK !
Magazine .
Earlier in the week , Kym had excitedly told fans she 'd been drafted in to present the nightly magazine show with Alex Jones .
`` I 'm co-hosting The One Show with Alex Jones on 20 March .
`` I 've always enjoyed doing live TV — let 's hope I do n't make a mistake , '' she gushed .
The former Coronation Street actress had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who came down with symptoms of the virus .
Despite remaining at home , Matt has made appearances on the BBC show via video link where he admitted to being 'anxious ' about his health .
When Alex asked for an update , he said : `` It 's been ... do you know what ?
`` To be honest with you , right , I 'm not feeling as good as I normally do and I 've wondered for a couple of days whether or not we 've got it .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and I 've got this dry cough and I do n't have a fever as such , but I have been going out today to try and get a bit of fresh air .
`` So yeah , I am a bit anxious about whether or not I 've got it , to be fair . ''
Alex was forced to present The One Show alone on Monday night while Matt self-isolated at home .
At the start of the show , she announced : `` As you can see ... look .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Baker .
Like so many of you he is working from home today . ''
Alex was joined in the studio by comedian Russell Kane , who was seen wiping his coffee mug with a anti-bacterial wipe .
Later in the week , Patrick Kielty arrived to co-host with Alex , but their partnership was n't without its problems .
The presenters started the show sat very close together on the green sofa and were called out by angry viewers for not 'social distancing ' .
In an unprecedented moment , Alex apologised @ @ @ @ @ @ @ admitting : `` We have had a lot of emails about social distancing . ''
As Patrick moved across the sofa , Alex continued : `` And the fact that we 're quite close together .
we hear you and we 've moved apart . ''

Alex Jones presents The One Show alone while Matt Baker self-isolates
Alex Jones presents The One Show alone while Matt Baker self-isolates
The former Corrie actress had been roped in to take over from Matt Baker tonight, after he was forced into self-isolation after coming down with symptoms himself
Coronavirus: Kym Marsh cancels One Show hosting gig over fears she has deadly virus
Kym Marsh has been forced to cancel her appearance on The One Show tonight over fears she has contracted coronavirus.
The decision was made hours before Kym was due to stand-in for Matt Baker, who has been forced to stay at home and self-isolate after coming down with the symptoms himself this week.
Kym was heartbroken to announce the news but said it would be 'irresponsible' for her to travel to the studio.
"I’ve had to cancel some work," she admitted. "I was supposed to co-host The One Show, but it would have been very irresponsible of me to travel there even if I had been feeling well enough," the unwell star told OK! Magazine.
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Earlier in the week, Kym had excitedly told fans she'd been drafted in to present the nightly magazine show with Alex Jones.
"I'm co-hosting The One Show with Alex Jones on 20 March.
"I've always enjoyed doing live TV — let's hope I don't make a mistake," she gushed.
The former Coronation Street actress had been called up to replace Matt Baker who came down with symptoms of the virus.
Despite remaining at home, Matt has made appearances on the BBC show via video link where he admitted to being 'anxious' about his health.
When Alex asked for an update, he said: "It's been... do you know what?
"To be honest with you, right, I'm not feeling as good as I normally do and I've wondered for a couple of days whether or not we've got it.
"But certainly I'm feeling pretty tired and I've got this dry cough and I don't have a fever as such, but I have been going out today to try and get a bit of fresh air.
"So yeah, I am a bit anxious about whether or not I've got it, to be fair."
Alex was forced to present The One Show alone on Monday night while Matt self-isolated at home.
At the start of the show, she announced: "As you can see...look. The sofa is empty. No Matt Baker. Like so many of you he is working from home today."
Alex was joined in the studio by comedian Russell Kane, who was seen wiping his coffee mug with a anti-bacterial wipe.
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Later in the week, Patrick Kielty arrived to co-host with Alex, but their partnership wasn't without its problems.
The presenters started the show sat very close together on the green sofa and were called out by angry viewers for not 'social distancing'.
In an unprecedented moment, Alex apologised once the first segment had ended, admitting: "We have had a lot of emails about social distancing."
As Patrick moved across the sofa, Alex continued: "And the fact that we're quite close together. we hear you and we've moved apart."


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Hastily-made new coronavirus ventilators 'could be ready for the NHS next week’

The first ventilators made to a new prototype designed to help the fight against Covid-18 could begin appearing in hospitals next week , Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said.L ast week Boris Johnson led an impassioned plea for manufacturers to turn their skills to producing ventilators to help increase the countries capacity of the life-saving tool .
Britain is believed to have had around 7,000 ventilators , which are used to support people who develop pneumonia while fighting the virus , before the crisis started .
But NHS chiefs warned that as the virus takes hold many more would be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said that `` more than half a dozen companies have already made one in prototype , to check with us that we are happy with the quality . ''
He added that he hoped the new ventilators would be approved for use in hospitals by the end of next week .
`` I would be surprised if it was longer than then , '' he said .
British companies have formed three teams , led by aerospace engineer Meggitt and carmakers McLaren and Nissan to pursue the rapid production of ventilators .
European @ @ @ @ @ @ @ technology and facilities if other companies need it .
`` It 's unbelievable .
In a matter of days some of these top engineering companies have already turned their hand to this effort and already got their prototypes out , '' Mr Hancock said .
`` We need as many as you can possibly make and we will buy them . ''
But the scale of the production is yet to be seen with manufacurers earlier this week warning that they were yet to receive a `` detailed blueprint '' of what the @ @ @

Matt Hancock: We are getting more protective health equipment
Matt Hancock: We are getting more protective health equipment
Hastily-made new coronavirus ventilators 'could be ready for the NHS next week’
The first ventilators made to a new prototype designed to help the fight against Covid-18 could begin appearing in hospitals next week, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said.L
ast week Boris Johnson led an impassioned plea for manufacturers to turn their skills to producing ventilators to help increase the countries capacity of the life-saving tool.
Britain is believed to have had around 7,000 ventilators, which are used to support people who develop pneumonia while fighting the virus, before the crisis started.
But NHS chiefs warned that as the virus takes hold many more would be needed.
But this morning Mr Hancock said that "more than half a dozen companies have already made one in prototype, to check with us that we are happy with the quality."
He added that he hoped the new ventilators would be approved for use in hospitals by the end of next week.
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"I would be surprised if it was longer than then," he said.
British companies have formed three teams, led by aerospace engineer Meggitt and carmakers McLaren and Nissan to pursue the rapid production of ventilators.
European planemaker Airbus has offered help with 3D technology and facilities if other companies need it.
"It's unbelievable. In a matter of days some of these top engineering companies have already turned their hand to this effort and already got their prototypes out," Mr Hancock said.
"We need as many as you can possibly make and we will buy them."
But the scale of the production is yet to be seen with manufacurers earlier this week warning that they were yet to receive a "detailed blueprint" of what the government needed.


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Ighalo makes Man Utd shirt revelation as he opens up on childhood support

Odion Ighalo has revealed he did not have a name on the back of a replica Manchester United shirt growing up – because he was so poor .
Ighalo , currently on loan at United from Shanghai Shenhua until the end of the season , grew up supporting the Red Devils in his native Nigeria .
The forward , 30 , made an impressive start at United , with four goals in eight games , before the season was suspended due to the coronavirus outbreak .
As a United-supporting youngster , Ighalo wore the blue away shirt from the 2002-03 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Dwight Yorke among his favourite players .
Although he had a replica United shirt , Ighalo revealed there was no way his family could afford to have his name or those of his idols printed on the back .
`` I had a United jersey but no player name on the back , ” said Ighalo .
“ It was one of the old blue ones but definitely no name on the back .
“ You have to pay to put names on the back and there was no money to pay @ @ @ @ @ @ @ United top .
“ It was a blue one but a long time ago .
I can ’ t remember as I was very , very young.
” Ighalo , who hopes to earn a permanent deal with United once this season is concluded , was already a national hero in Nigeria , which has a population of 190million .
But since joining United , his profile and popularity in his homeland is bigger than ever , with fanatical fans even holding street parties to celebrate him joining the Reds .
Ighalo , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he and his family paid to watch United games on big screens in Lagos , along with other supporters .
“ You have to go to an event centre and pay to watch the games , ” said Ighalo .
`` Any time United were playing , I ’ d go with my siblings .
“ You ’ d have to pay to watch the games and now people are watching me and United .
It 's a big fan-base and it is growing even much bigger .
“ Everybody is sending me @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wait to see me and watch the United games .
I 'm very happy about that.
” Ighalo first visited Old Trafford as a fan seven years ago and finally got to play at the Theatre of Dreams for Watford against United three years later , in a 1-0 defeat .
`` It was in 2013 when I came to see the stadium , to visit it and go around , taking pictures outside the stadium , ” Ighalo told Inside United .
“ The first time I played there was for Watford @ @ @ @ @ @ @ big club .
When I saw that , I was amazed .
I was outside the stadium and I took pictures .
“ Then I played there with Watford , against United and it made me even more happy .
`` I came out of the stadium and stood looking at it . ''

Boyhood Manchester United fan Ighalo has made a remarkable impression at Old Trafford since arriving on loan back in January
Odion Ighalo makes Man Utd shirt revelation as he opens up on childhood support
Odion Ighalo has revealed he did not have a name on the back of a replica Manchester United shirt growing up – because he was so poor.
Ighalo, currently on loan at United from Shanghai Shenhua until the end of the season, grew up supporting the Red Devils in his native Nigeria.
The forward, 30, made an impressive start at United, with four goals in eight games, before the season was suspended due to the coronavirus outbreak.
As a United-supporting youngster, Ighalo wore the blue away shirt from the 2002-03 season, with former strikers Andy Cole and Dwight Yorke among his favourite players.
Although he had a replica United shirt, Ighalo revealed there was no way his family could afford to have his name or those of his idols printed on the back.
"I had a United jersey but no player name on the back,” said Ighalo.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
“It was one of the old blue ones but definitely no name on the back.
“You have to pay to put names on the back and there was no money to pay for that. I just got the United top.
“It was a blue one but a long time ago. I can’t remember as I was very, very young.”
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Ighalo, who hopes to earn a permanent deal with United once this season is concluded, was already a national hero in Nigeria, which has a population of 190million.
But since joining United, his profile and popularity in his homeland is bigger than ever, with fanatical fans even holding street parties to celebrate him joining the Reds.
Ighalo, recalling his humble upbringing, revealed how he and his family paid to watch United games on big screens in Lagos, along with other supporters.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
“You have to go to an event centre and pay to watch the games,” said Ighalo.
"Any time United were playing, I’d go with my siblings.
“You’d have to pay to watch the games and now people are watching me and United. It's a big fan-base and it is growing even much bigger.
“Everybody is sending me messages, saying they can’t wait to see me and watch the United games. I'm very happy about that.”
Image: UEFA via Getty Images) UEFA via Getty Images)
Ighalo first visited Old Trafford as a fan seven years ago and finally got to play at the Theatre of Dreams for Watford against United three years later, in a 1-0 defeat.
"It was in 2013 when I came to see the stadium, to visit it and go around, taking pictures outside the stadium,” Ighalo told Inside United.
“The first time I played there was for Watford in 2016.
“United is a big club. When I saw that, I was amazed. I was outside the stadium and I took pictures.
“Then I played there with Watford, against United and it made me even more happy.
"I came out of the stadium and stood looking at it."


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Ruth Langsford makes This Morning return after pulling out over illness

Ruth Langsford returned to This Morning on Friday , having missed the episode a week earlier due to illness .
Her husband Eamonn Holmes hosted the show with Rochelle Humes last Friday after confirming Ruth was under the weather .
He ruled out specific symptoms after viewers questioned if she had come down with the coronavirus , as he explained why she was forced to pull out .
As This Morning returned live on Friday , Eamonn encouraged people to stay indoors and sit down and watch them , as many continued to self-isolate .
Ruth said she hoped to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ watching at home , while her own birthday celebrations in Italy were forced to be cancelled - with her also not allowed a party because of the new advice and restrictions surrounding coronavirus .
Viewers took to Twitter to wish her a happy birthday , with one commenting : `` HAPPY BIRTHDAY RUTH !
You share your birthday with my partner Mickey . ''
Another said : `` Happy birthday Ruth I know the feeling it was my 50th in the 17th . ''
Eamonn also surprised his wife with a live performance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who sang her Happy Birthday .
This Morning was hosted by Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield all this week , while Ruth and Eamonn normally host the Friday episode .
Phillip had shared uncertainty over whether the show could continue live from the studio this week amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic .
The UK has now soared past 3,000 positive cases , while 144 deaths have also been reported .
Speaking about several TV shows and productions being halted this week due to fears over the virus spreading , Phillip revealed their own @ @ @ @ @ @ @ City have all suspended filming , while Coronation Street and Emmerdale continue for now .
Phillip said This Morning was `` holding on by the skin of their teeth '' to carry on due to reduction in staff , and ensuring safety .
But the hosts vowed to continue for as long as they could , with Ruth and Eamonn in the studio for the last episode of the week .
*This Morning airs weekdays at 10am on ITV .

Ruth is back on This Morning after a week of being poorly
Ruth is back on This Morning after a week of being poorly
Ruth Langsford appeared on This Morning alongside husband Eamonn Holmes after being too unwell to appear last Friday
Ruth Langsford returns to This Morning after being forced to pull out over illness
Ruth Langsford returned to This Morning on Friday, having missed the episode a week earlier due to illness.
Her husband Eamonn Holmes hosted the show with Rochelle Humes last Friday after confirming Ruth was under the weather.
He ruled out specific symptoms after viewers questioned if she had come down with the coronavirus, as he explained why she was forced to pull out.
As This Morning returned live on Friday, Eamonn encouraged people to stay indoors and sit down and watch them, as many continued to self-isolate.
Ruth said she hoped to bring "light relief" to fans watching at home, while her own birthday celebrations in Italy were forced to be cancelled - with her also not allowed a party because of the new advice and restrictions surrounding coronavirus.
Image: ITV) ITV) Image: ITV) ITV)
Viewers took to Twitter to wish her a happy birthday, with one commenting: "HAPPY BIRTHDAY RUTH! You share your birthday with my partner Mickey."
Another said: "Happy birthday Ruth I know the feeling it was my 50th in the 17th."
Eamonn also surprised his wife with a live performance on the show from The Shires, who sang her Happy Birthday.
This Morning was hosted by Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield all this week, while Ruth and Eamonn normally host the Friday episode.
Image: ITV) ITV)
Phillip had shared uncertainty over whether the show could continue live from the studio this week amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
The UK has now soared past 3,000 positive cases, while 144 deaths have also been reported.
Speaking about several TV shows and productions being halted this week due to fears over the virus spreading, Phillip revealed their own worry.
EastEnders, Casualty and Holby City have all suspended filming, while Coronation Street and Emmerdale continue for now.
Image: ITV) ITV)
Phillip said This Morning was "holding on by the skin of their teeth" to carry on due to reduction in staff, and ensuring safety.
But the hosts vowed to continue for as long as they could, with Ruth and Eamonn in the studio for the last episode of the week.
*This Morning airs weekdays at 10am on ITV.


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Pret to cut staff pay and hours for at least 3 months after coronavirus slowdown

Coffee chain Pret a Manger is to cut staff working hours and pay by a quarter across its 389 branches to manage a slow down in customer numbers since the start of the coronavirus outbreak .
The company has emailed staff , most of whom earn the minimum wage or slightly more , telling them the reduction in hours will be implemented from the end of next week until 1 April .
It comes after the company delivered a statement to all emergency and NHS workers - promising free hot drinks as the nation continues to battle the life-threatening virus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were told it was triggering contractual clauses relating to `` unforeseen , exceptional circumstances '' , and that the measures , such as shorter hours , would remain in place for at least three months .
Pret , which said it might cut hours further as the situation worsened , said the move was aimed at avoiding job cuts .
`` Like many high street businesses , we ’ ve had to make temporary changes to our opening times and shop operations to reflect the significant changes in demand , '' said a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pret team member is losing their job and we ’ re supporting all our teams through this crisis .
As soon as the situation changes , or if the government announces further assistance , we will reverse these changes immediately . ''
On Wednesday , Pret which has 389 UK stores , shut all of its in-branch eating areas and moved to takeaway-only operations for the foreseeable future .
Reusable cups have been banned - while rivals Caffe Nero and Starbucks have also done the same .
The cuts come as Chancellor , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 12-month business rates holiday for retailers , leisure and hospitality businesses as part of his £350billion emergency bailout package .
Business rates are one of the biggest fixed costs for retailers .
Sainsbury ’ s has said the emergency measures will save it £500million .

The company’s 8,000 staff were told it was triggering contractual clauses relating to "unforeseen, exceptional circumstances", and that the measures would remain in place for at least three months
Coronavirus: Pret a Manger to cut staff pay and hours "for at least 3 months"
Coffee chain Pret a Manger is to cut staff working hours and pay by a quarter across its 389 branches to manage a slow down in customer numbers since the start of the coronavirus outbreak.
The company has emailed staff, most of whom earn the minimum wage or slightly more, telling them the reduction in hours will be implemented from the end of next week until 1 April.
It comes after the company delivered a statement to all emergency and NHS workers - promising free hot drinks as the nation continues to battle the life-threatening virus.
The company’s 8,000 staff were told it was triggering contractual clauses relating to "unforeseen, exceptional circumstances", and that the measures, such as shorter hours, would remain in place for at least three months.
Pret, which said it might cut hours further as the situation worsened, said the move was aimed at avoiding job cuts.
"Like many high street businesses, we’ve had to make temporary changes to our opening times and shop operations to reflect the significant changes in demand," said a Pret spokesman.
"However, no Pret team member is losing their job and we’re supporting all our teams through this crisis. As soon as the situation changes, or if the government announces further assistance, we will reverse these changes immediately."
On Wednesday, Pret which has 389 UK stores, shut all of its in-branch eating areas and moved to takeaway-only operations for the foreseeable future.
Reusable cups have been banned - while rivals Caffe Nero and Starbucks have also done the same.
The cuts come as Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, this week unveiled a 12-month business rates holiday for retailers, leisure and hospitality businesses as part of his £350billion emergency bailout package.
Business rates are one of the biggest fixed costs for retailers. Sainsbury’s has said the emergency measures will save it £500million.


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--David Beckham vows to stay at home to protect Victoria and the kids

David Beckham has revealed he 's doing his bit to fight the coronavirus crisis by protecting wife Victoria and their four children at home .
The former footballer , and new Inter Miami CF president , took to Instagram to take part in the viral # Istayhomefor challenge .
The craze has been sweeping social media in the past week led by celebs who have been holiding up cards detailing who they were self-isolating for to encourage others to do the same .
Dressed in a stylish baker boy hat and plaid shirt , David held up a pink sign @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` # Istayhome for VB and my kids ... '' The dad is currently in quarantine with Brooklyn , 21 , Romeo , 17 , and Cruz , 15 and Harper , eight Son Cruz even made a cheeky appearance in the picture in David 's snap as he helped him set up the camera .
David wrote alongside his Instagram : `` Staying at home for the ones that we love .
Thank you Kevin Bacon for nominating me .
I ’ m staying at home for Victoria and our kids @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his way into this photo .
`` Let ’ s stop the coronavirus spread together ♥ Share your own # IStayHomeFor photo with a sign like mine and tag six of your friends asking them to do the same , '' urged David .
His wife of 20 years Victoria also took to social media this week to thank NHS staff and healthcare workers around the world for helping amid the crisis .
`` Everything feels strange and uncertain with Covid-19 , '' she said .
`` My thoughts have been with you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ones . ''
The Beckhams have been one of the family 's self-isolating in the States in a bid to beat the spread of the virus .
Before they sheltered in doors , the Beckham clan were spotted at the weekend enjoying kick about in the deserted Inter Miami stadium after the club 's official game was called off .
David joined his boys for a kick about on the pitch and showed off his boundless energy as he raced around shirtless and wearing his signature number 7 shorts .
While proud mum @ @ @ @ @ @ @ snapping pictures of them .

The dad-of-four took part in the viral #Istayhomefor challenge with has been sweeping social media amid the coronavirus pandemic
Coronavirus: David Beckham vows to stay home to protect Victoria and the kids
David Beckham has revealed he's doing his bit to fight the coronavirus crisis by protecting wife Victoria and their four children at home.
The former footballer, and new Inter Miami CF president, took to Instagram to take part in the viral #Istayhomefor challenge.
The craze has been sweeping social media in the past week led by celebs who have been holiding up cards detailing who they were self-isolating for to encourage others to do the same.
Dressed in a stylish baker boy hat and plaid shirt, David held up a pink sign in front of the camera that read: "#Istayhome for VB and my kids..."
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
The dad is currently in quarantine with Brooklyn, 21, Romeo, 17, and Cruz, 15 and Harper, eight
Son Cruz even made a cheeky appearance in the picture in David's snap as he helped him set up the camera.
David wrote alongside his Instagram: "Staying at home for the ones that we love. Thank you Kevin Bacon for nominating me. I’m staying at home for Victoria and our kids, including Cruzie who’s made his way into this photo.
"Let’s stop the coronavirus spread together ♥ Share your own #IStayHomeFor photo with a sign like mine and tag six of your friends asking them to do the same," urged David.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
His wife of 20 years Victoria also took to social media this week to thank NHS staff and healthcare workers around the world for helping amid the crisis.
"Everything feels strange and uncertain with Covid-19," she said. "My thoughts have been with you all – my community and your loved ones."
The Beckhams have been one of the family's self-isolating in the States in a bid to beat the spread of the virus.
Image: Mega / SplashNews.com) Mega / SplashNews.com)
Before they sheltered in doors, the Beckham clan were spotted at the weekend enjoying kick about in the deserted Inter Miami stadium after the club's official game was called off.
David joined his boys for a kick about on the pitch and showed off his boundless energy as he raced around shirtless and wearing his signature number 7 shorts.
While proud mum Victoria stood on the sidelines with Harper snapping pictures of them.


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--James Jordan claims 'stupid' pub-goers are 'murderers' amid coronavirus shutdown

James Jordan has claimed people that are willingly going to pubs amid the coronavirus crisis are `` murderers '' after PM Boris Johnson announced UK bars will close from tonight .
The former Strictly star was left furious by pub-goers who are still going out as the outbreak worsens , and took to Twitter for a fiery rant .
James , 41 , penned : `` If anyone is stupid enough to still go out to pubs etc and mix unnecessarily with their friends because they believe they are at low risk .
`` Not only is this selfish but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ & someone else dies , in my opinion that makes you a murderer ! ''
The new dad , who recently welcomed his first child with wife Ola , went into a rage at those who continue to ignore the government 's latest advice to stay home .
One follower tweeted the Dancing On Ice star back and insisted she had to work in a pub to earn money , which meant she could provide for her family before the announcement was made .
However James responded back : `` Everyone in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sic ] xxx .
`` I 'll let you pay my bills ... .
we all have them .
I ’ m sure many people reading this have been effected massively financially not just you . ''
He then told her : `` Worry about finances after it 's all over . ''
His follower insisted she 's `` no murderer '' , but James urged her to stay home as it 's going to be the `` hardest thing the world has to face '' and everyone must follow expert advice to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a story to sell ?
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James Jordan hit out on Twitter at pub-goers as some Brits defied government advice in a bid to enjoy 'one last night of freedom'
James Jordan has claimed people that are willingly going to pubs amid the coronavirus crisis are "murderers" after PM Boris Johnson announced UK bars will close from tonight.
The former Strictly star was left furious by pub-goers who are still going out as the outbreak worsens, and took to Twitter for a fiery rant.
James, 41, penned: "If anyone is stupid enough to still go out to pubs etc and mix unnecessarily with their friends because they believe they are at low risk.
"Not only is this selfish but if you do pass on the virus & someone else dies, in my opinion that makes you a murderer!"
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
The new dad, who recently welcomed his first child with wife Ola, went into a rage at those who continue to ignore the government's latest advice to stay home.
One follower tweeted the Dancing On Ice star back and insisted she had to work in a pub to earn money, which meant she could provide for her family before the announcement was made.
However James responded back: "Everyone in the world in the same position luv [sic] xxx.
"I'll let you pay my bills.... we all have them. I’m sure many people reading this have been effected massively financially not just you."
He then told her: "Worry about finances after it's all over."
His follower insisted she's "no murderer", but James urged her to stay home as it's going to be the "hardest thing the world has to face" and everyone must follow expert advice to tackle the crisis.
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thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Gogglebox fans in hysterics over Lee's brutal 'Black Death' retort to Jenny

Gogglebox fan favourites Lee and Jenny left fans in hysterics as they reacted to the news on the coronavirus pandemic .
Earlier this week , Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that the public should avoid going to pubs , clubs and bars as well as non-essential contact .
This comes prior to it being announced this evening that all leisure places , including pubs , would close tonight until further notice to combat COVID-19 .
But the stars of the hit Channel 4 show reacted the previous news which left Jenny and Lee - in particular - worried about as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the sofa .
However Lee lightened the mood with a sharp retort to Jenny when she worriedly asked : `` Should we put something on the door ? ''
`` A sign on the door ? ''
he repeated .
`` It 's not the f***ing Black Death , Jenny . ''
And fans were in tears of laughter , with one tweeting : `` ‘ It ’ s not the Black Death Jenny ’ IM CRYING # Gogglebox . ''
One wrote : `` It 's not the black death jenny !
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ remarks were n't the only bit of dark humour available to viewers this evening .
A man ironically dressed as a plague doctor was also spotted wandering behind a presenter during a live BBC News segment earlier today .
As the female presenter spoke live from Leicester Square as she gave an update on the coronavirus pandemic , the male member of the public provided some much-needed bit of light relief with the stunt live on air .
Sharing the clip online , a viewer tweeted : `` Bravo the guy dressed up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ news in Leicester Square # CoronaCrisis . ''
Another quipped : `` 'Crossing live to Leicester Square and there ’ s not only Paddington Bear sitting here minding his own business , but also a man in a 17th century plague mask . '
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Coronavirus: Gogglebox fans in hysterics over Lee's 'black death' retort to Jenny
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The Gogglebox stars reacted the news that the public should avoid non-essential amid the coronavirus pandemic - prompting Jenny and Lee to inch away from one another
Coronavirus: Gogglebox fans in hysterics over Lee's brutal 'Black Death' retort to Jenny
Gogglebox fan favourites Lee and Jenny left fans in hysterics as they reacted to the news on the coronavirus pandemic.
Earlier this week, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that the public should avoid going to pubs, clubs and bars as well as non-essential contact.
This comes prior to it being announced this evening that all leisure places, including pubs, would close tonight until further notice to combat COVID-19.
But the stars of the hit Channel 4 show reacted the previous news which left Jenny and Lee - in particular - worried about as they inched away from one another on the sofa.
Image: Channel 4) Channel 4) Image: Channel 4) Channel 4)
However Lee lightened the mood with a sharp retort to Jenny when she worriedly asked: "Should we put something on the door?"
"A sign on the door?" he repeated. "It's not the f***ing Black Death, Jenny."
And fans were in tears of laughter, with one tweeting: "‘It’s not the Black Death Jenny’ IM CRYING #Gogglebox."
Image: Channel 4) Channel 4)
While another commented: "#Gogglebox Jenny bloody brilliant."
One wrote: "It's not the black death jenny! #Gogglebox."
Lee's witty remarks weren't the only bit of dark humour available to viewers this evening.
A man ironically dressed as a plague doctor was also spotted wandering behind a presenter during a live BBC News segment earlier today.
As the female presenter spoke live from Leicester Square as she gave an update on the coronavirus pandemic, the male member of the public provided some much-needed bit of light relief with the stunt live on air.
Sharing the clip online, a viewer tweeted: "Bravo the guy dressed up as a plague doctor during tonight's news in Leicester Square #CoronaCrisis."
Another quipped: "'Crossing live to Leicester Square and there’s not only Paddington Bear sitting here minding his own business, but also a man in a 17th century plague mask.'"
*Gogglebox airs Fridays at 9pm on Channel 4


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Frenchy Morgan stages sexy coronavirus striptease complete with hand sanitiser

Frenchy Morgan staged a sexy coronavirus striptease as she spread the word about keeping your hands clean .
The former CelebrityBig Brother star is doing her bit to combat the global pandemic , but adding her own sexy twist .
The French model and actress , whose real name is Angelique Morgan , donned an impossibly tiny pink thong bikini and towering pink platforms for her performance .
Completing her look with a custom pink facemask , Frenchy stepped up to the podium , armed with some hand sanitiser .
The blonde bombshell , 44 , posed up wearing white @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of hand gel as she kneeled down close to the ground , showing off her ample assets and enviable figure as she did so .
In a video clip , Frenchy struts around the pole after pointing to the words 'Wash u hand ' that she 's cheekily scrawled across her bum .
Swinging around the pole , she lands on her knees before pulling out some hand sanitiser and rubbing it all over her hands .
She exclusively told Mirror Online : `` We just got lock down in Las Vegas for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to forget about toilet paper and focus on washing their hands and wearing a mask and gloves - stay safe everyone ! ''
It comes after Frenchy made fun of the people panic-buying toilet roll by wrapping her naked body in it .
Sitting on the tiled floor by the toilet , she tugged at the roll until she had plenty of it to cover up her private parts .
Draping it around her body , she even struck a sexy pose by kneeling on the toilet lid and pointing her pert bottom @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Online : `` With coronavirus going on and all the toilet paper bulls**t , I really do n't understand why everyone is panicking , it 's absolutely ridiculous - it 's not going to protect them from the virus .
`` What you need to do is wash your hands and wear a mask . ''
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EXCLUSIVE: The former Celebrity Big Brother star is doing her bit to encourage people to keep their hands clean - but adding her own sexy twist
Frenchy Morgan staged a sexy coronavirus striptease as she spread the word about keeping your hands clean.
The former Celebrity Big Brother star is doing her bit to combat the global pandemic, but adding her own sexy twist.
The French model and actress, whose real name is Angelique Morgan, donned an impossibly tiny pink thong bikini and towering pink platforms for her performance.
Completing her look with a custom pink facemask, Frenchy stepped up to the podium, armed with some hand sanitiser.
The blonde bombshell, 44, posed up wearing white surgical gloves and pointing to her bottle of hand gel as she kneeled down close to the ground, showing off her ample assets and enviable figure as she did so.
Image: Frenchy Morgan) Frenchy Morgan)
In a video clip, Frenchy struts around the pole after pointing to the words 'Wash u hand' that she's cheekily scrawled across her bum.
Swinging around the pole, she lands on her knees before pulling out some hand sanitiser and rubbing it all over her hands.
She exclusively told Mirror Online: "We just got lock down in Las Vegas for 30 days! So I want everyone to forget about toilet paper and focus on washing their hands and wearing a mask and gloves - stay safe everyone!"
Image: Frenchy Morgan) Frenchy Morgan) Image: Frenchy Morgan) Frenchy Morgan)
It comes after Frenchy made fun of the people panic-buying toilet roll by wrapping her naked body in it.
Sitting on the tiled floor by the toilet, she tugged at the roll until she had plenty of it to cover up her private parts.
Draping it around her body, she even struck a sexy pose by kneeling on the toilet lid and pointing her pert bottom towards the camera.
Image: Frenchy Morgan) Frenchy Morgan) Image: Frenchy Morgan) Frenchy Morgan)
Frenchy told Mirror Online: "With coronavirus going on and all the toilet paper bulls**t, I really don't understand why everyone is panicking, it's absolutely ridiculous - it's not going to protect them from the virus.
"What you need to do is wash your hands and wear a mask."
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thedailymirror--2020-03-20--UK Athletics boss insists the 'moment has arrived' to postpone Tokyo Olympics

The boss of UK Athletics has called for the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics to be postponed due to the `` intense '' mental strain the uncertainty is having on athletes .
UKA chairman Nic Coward is the most influential British figure yet to rail against the idea that the Games can go ahead as scheduled in July when the coronavirus pandemic is shutting down the world .
On hearing Prime Minister Boris Johnson order gyms and leisure centres to close , he declared that the “ moment had arrived ” for the Games to go the same way as this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ The analogy I keep coming back to is that for many students this is the year they have spent their lives gearing up for .
“ But schools , like gyms and running tracks , have been closed and national governments have concluded that the right thing to do is to remove the stress of exams .
“ They have recognised there ’ s an enormous stress point in the system , that exams place huge pressure on people , so there won ’ t be any .
Decision made @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the world over it is the same scenario , '' Coward added .
`` They are people for whom this summer is the biggest moment .
“ They ’ ve prepared either all of their sporting lives or the last four years for competition in July and August .
“ So what we are saying is the moment has arrived .
Right now there is a very real issue for people about how they go about their lives .
“ People are having to make really big decisions under a lot of stress @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pressure has to be released.
” Only yesterday the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee told its athletes they should continue to prepare for Tokyo 2020 , whilst taking appropriate precautions .
But Coward , a former General Secretary of the Premier League and CEO of the British Horseracing Authority , left little doubt that UK Athletics had moved beyond that point .
“ I understand there is huge complexity to decision-making at a global level , ” he said .
“ I realise I ’ m only talking from a UK perspective , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have to think about .
“ But the message that more and more has to come out is ‘ recognise the seriously intense pressure this is applying to people ’ s lives ’ .
“ No-one is in any doubt that Tokyo will host a great Olympic and Paralympic Games .
But remove the stress now and then think about what next .
”

Exclusive: Nic Coward draws parallel between government cancelling exams after closing schools and Tokyo 2020 being delayed due to gyms and running tracks being shut
The boss of UK Athletics has called for the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics to be postponed due to the "intense" mental strain the uncertainty is having on athletes.
UKA chairman Nic Coward is the most influential British figure yet to rail against the idea that the Games can go ahead as scheduled in July when the coronavirus pandemic is shutting down the world.
On hearing Prime Minister Boris Johnson order gyms and leisure centres to close, he declared that the “moment had arrived” for the Games to go the same way as this summer’s school exams.
Image: Getty Images Europe) Getty Images Europe)
He said: “The analogy I keep coming back to is that for many students this is the year they have spent their lives gearing up for.
“But schools, like gyms and running tracks, have been closed and national governments have concluded that the right thing to do is to remove the stress of exams.
“They have recognised there’s an enormous stress point in the system, that exams place huge pressure on people, so there won’t be any. Decision made.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
“For athletes and para athletes the world over it is the same scenario," Coward added. "They are people for whom this summer is the biggest moment.
“They’ve prepared either all of their sporting lives or the last four years for competition in July and August.
“So what we are saying is the moment has arrived. Right now there is a very real issue for people about how they go about their lives.
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“People are having to make really big decisions under a lot of stress. So from our perspective, that pressure has to be released.”
Only yesterday the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee told its athletes they should continue to prepare for Tokyo 2020, whilst taking appropriate precautions.
But Coward, a former General Secretary of the Premier League and CEO of the British Horseracing Authority, left little doubt that UK Athletics had moved beyond that point.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
“I understand there is huge complexity to decision-making at a global level,” he said. “I realise I’m only talking from a UK perspective, not the 200 plus nations the organisers have to think about.
“But the message that more and more has to come out is ‘recognise the seriously intense pressure this is applying to people’s lives’.
“No-one is in any doubt that Tokyo will host a great Olympic and Paralympic Games. But remove the stress now and then think about what next.”


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Corrie fans fear Gemma is suffering from postnatal depression

Coronation Street favourite Gemma Winter has fans concerned that she is suffering from postpartum depression .
The soap character , played by Dolly-Rose Campbell , has been struggling after she gave birth to her and Chesney 's quadruplets .
Issues have n't been helped after Gemma and Chesney discovered that one of the tots , Aled , is deaf , leaving the upset mum even more troubled .
Now fans are worried about the former kebab shop worker after tonight demonstrated just how bad things have gotten .
Storming out of a boozy meet-up with a group of yummy mummies @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out in front of a car with the buggies .
Thankfully , everyone is okay , but a haunted Gemma later confessed to Bernie that she has n't slept for weeks .
Taking to social media , viewers expressed their concerns that Gemma is suffering from postpartum depression .
This mental illness is described as a depression that comes after the birth of a new child and affects 1 in 10 women in the year after giving birth , but can also affect fathers and partners too .
One fan wrote on Twitter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have possible post natal depression ?
# Corrie # CoronationStreet `` A different Corrie lover echoed this concern : `` I think Gemma is getting post natal depression # Corrie `` Another emotional fan tweeted : `` Awww Gemma !
My heart breaks at this storyline !
I know it only too well !
# Corrie `` It seems like this viewer is n't the only one who feels that way .
Meanwhile , a different viewer commented : `` Gemma is making me wan na cry I 've been there so many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ good enough as a mum and overwhelmed by it # coronationstreet # corrie `` Finally , a one Twitter user praised the handling of the heartfelt storyline : `` I ’ m really starting to soften towards gemma with this storyline .
the struggles of being a new mum are so overwhelming with one kid never mind four .
dolly is playing a blinder with this . ''
We just hope Gemma talks to someone and finds the help she needs !
What do you think of the storyline about Gemma in Corrie @ @ @ @ @ @ @ below .

Viewers watching tonight's Coronation Street on ITV have noticed some troubling behaviour from fan-favourite Gemma Winter
Coronation Street favourite Gemma Winter has fans concerned that she is suffering from postpartum depression.
The soap character, played by Dolly-Rose Campbell, has been struggling after she gave birth to her and Chesney's quadruplets.
Issues haven't been helped after Gemma and Chesney discovered that one of the tots, Aled, is deaf, leaving the upset mum even more troubled.
Now fans are worried about the former kebab shop worker after tonight demonstrated just how bad things have gotten.
Storming out of a boozy meet-up with a group of yummy mummies from her yoga classes, Gemma stepped out in front of a car with the buggies.
Thankfully, everyone was okay, but a haunted Gemma later confessed to Bernie that she hasn't slept for weeks.
Taking to social media, viewers expressed their concerns that Gemma is suffering from postpartum depression.
This mental illness is described as a depression that comes after the birth of a new child and affects 1 in 10 women in the year after giving birth, but can also affect fathers and partners too.
One fan wrote on Twitter after the episode: "Does Gemma have possible post natal depression? #Corrie #CoronationStreet "
A different Corrie lover echoed this concern: "I think Gemma is getting post natal depression #Corrie "
Another emotional fan tweeted: "Awww Gemma! My heart breaks at this storyline! I know it only too well! #Corrie "
It seems like this viewer isn't the only one who feels that way.
Meanwhile, a different viewer commented: "Gemma is making me wanna cry I've been there so many times with my two, not feeling good enough as a mum and overwhelmed by it #coronationstreet #corrie "
Finally, a one Twitter user praised the handling of the heartfelt storyline: "I’m really starting to soften towards gemma with this storyline. the struggles of being a new mum are so overwhelming with one kid never mind four. dolly is playing a blinder with this."
We just hope Gemma talks to someone and finds the help she needs!
*Coronation Street continues on Monday at 7.30pm
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