thedailymirror--2020-03-09--AC Milan offer donation as coronavirus fears grow in Italy following Serie A postponement

AC Milan have donated €250,000 to the efforts of the local government as they look to provide care to those hospitalised due to the coronavirus .
Italy is Europe 's most affect nation as the global epidemic continues to spread and one of its most decorated football clubs and teamed up with the Fondazione Milan to help out .
The recent round of Serie A games were played behind closed doors but all sporting events in Italy will now be postponed until April as they look to contain the situation .
Atlanta , who have been playing their Champions League @ @ @ @ @ @ @ take on Valencia this week behind closed doors in Spain .
Ivan Gazidis , once Arsenal 's CEO but now in the same role at Milan , said : `` There are things in life more important than football .
At a time when all of us need to take care of the most vulnerable amongst us , we must all act with the utmost responsibility and listen to the advice of the relevant authorities .
`` On behalf of the club , I am proud to support the incredible efforts of our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ donation .
The health and safety of our loved ones is our highest priority .
We understand that our fans are going through an extremely difficult time .
`` We are all worried about those nearest and dearest to us and about the implications for the future .
Milan is more than a football club .
It is a community of people who care for each other and we also represent the great city of Milano around the world .
`` We stand shoulder to shoulder with our fellow Milanisti .
We have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ those who have shown their love for the club by issuing refunds to any games cancelled or postponed and we will be taking further steps to support our fans through these difficult times as they have always supported us . ''

The coronavirus continues to spread in Italy and has seen the country's authorities order Serie A games be played behind closed doors with AC Milan offering a donation to help victims
AC Milan have donated €250,000 to the efforts of the local government as they look to provide care to those hospitalised due to the coronavirus.
Italy is Europe's most affect nation as the global epidemic continues to spread and one of its most decorated football clubs and teamed up with the Fondazione Milan to help out.
The recent round of Serie A games were played behind closed doors but all sporting events in Italy will now be postponed until April as they look to contain the situation.
Atlanta, who have been playing their Champions League games at the San Siro, will take on Valencia this week behind closed doors in Spain.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Ivan Gazidis, once Arsenal's CEO but now in the same role at Milan, said: "There are things in life more important than football. At a time when all of us need to take care of the most vulnerable amongst us, we must all act with the utmost responsibility and listen to the advice of the relevant authorities.
"On behalf of the club, I am proud to support the incredible efforts of our region's emergency response teams with this donation. The health and safety of our loved ones is our highest priority. We understand that our fans are going through an extremely difficult time.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
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"We are all worried about those nearest and dearest to us and about the implications for the future. Milan is more than a football club. It is a community of people who care for each other and we also represent the great city of Milano around the world.
"We stand shoulder to shoulder with our fellow Milanisti. We have already announced that we will reimburse all those who have shown their love for the club by issuing refunds to any games cancelled or postponed and we will be taking further steps to support our fans through these difficult times as they have always supported us."


thedailymirror--2020-03-09--Voice of the Mirror: Keep calm in face of coronavirus outbreak

Plummeting stock markets and panic buying is a coronavirus crisis mutating into a potentially catastrophic economic crash unless calm is restored .
Falling share prices will slash pensions in a double blow for the elderly who are among the most at risk from the illness .
Chancellor Rishi Sunak must use tomorrow ’ s Budget to boost the economy and invest speedily in public services , particularly a National Health Service , or the danger posed by coronavirus multiplies .
Self-isolation by people showing even minor symptoms is sensible but nurses , bus drivers , shop staff , lorry drivers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ key workers not turning up for work risks creating major problems .
Advice to wash our hands regularly for 20 seconds appears increasingly inadequate when the death toll is creeping up slowly .
Coronavirus is a test of us individually but it is also a test of a Government headed by a Prime Minister who too often goes missing .
The people who should not pay to make Grenfell-style cladding high rise blocks safe are the terrified families living in potential fire traps .
The people who should pay to make the homes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recklessly used flammable materials .
Our probe finding as many as 550,000 people in 1,600 dangerous towers uncovers a scandal the Government mustn ’ t be allowed to ignore .
Either Boris Johnson forces companies to fund a debt of honour to householders in jeopardy or the PM must use public funds .
As the inquiry into the Grenfell inferno 1,000 day ago is told of jaw-dropping mistakes that contributed to the loss of 72 lives , making all our homes safe should be a top priority .
The Sussexes bowing out as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the monarchy .
Let ’ s hope Harry and Meghan and the Cambridges work out their differences soon .

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Chancellor Rishi Sunak must invest in the economy, the NHS and other public services in an effort to control the coronavirus outbreak as advice about handwashing is just not enough
Voice of the Mirror: Keep calm in face of coronavirus outbreak
Plummeting stock markets and panic buying is a coronavirus crisis mutating into a potentially catastrophic economic crash unless calm is restored.
Falling share prices will slash pensions in a double blow for the elderly who are among the most at risk from the illness.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak must use tomorrow’s Budget to boost the economy and invest speedily in public services, particularly a National Health Service, or the danger posed by coronavirus multiplies.
Self-isolation by people showing even minor symptoms is sensible but nurses, bus drivers, shop staff, lorry drivers, police, energy engineers and other key workers not turning up for work risks creating major problems.
Image: Daily Mirror/Andy Stenning) Daily Mirror/Andy Stenning)
Advice to wash our hands regularly for 20 seconds appears increasingly inadequate when the death toll is creeping up slowly.
Coronavirus is a test of us individually but it is also a test of a Government headed by a Prime Minister who too often goes missing.
High stakes
The people who should not pay to make Grenfell-style cladding high rise blocks safe are the terrified families living in potential fire traps.
Image: POOL/AFP via Getty Images) POOL/AFP via Getty Images)
The people who should pay to make the homes safe are the builders and developers who recklessly used flammable materials.
Our probe finding as many as 550,000 people in 1,600 dangerous towers uncovers a scandal the Government mustn’t be allowed to ignore.
Either Boris Johnson forces companies to fund a debt of honour to householders in jeopardy or the PM must use public funds.
As the inquiry into the Grenfell inferno 1,000 day ago is told of jaw-dropping mistakes that contributed to the loss of 72 lives, making all our homes safe should be a top priority.
Royal pain
The Sussexes bowing out as working royals is a sad day for the monarchy.
Let’s hope Harry and Meghan and the Cambridges work out their differences soon.


thedailymirror--2020-03-09--Coronavirus outbreak plunges European football into crisis mode

European football has been plunged into chaos after the Champions League was hit by the coronavirus crisis .
And it could lead to doubts over Chelsea ’ s trip to Bayern Munich next week .
More ties face being staged behind closed doors while fears grow about the entire competition this spring .
It comes as more sports were affected – with France ’ s Six Nations clash in Paris against Ireland postponed .
LTA chiefs were invited to yesterday ’ s Government meeting at the Department for Digital , Culture , Media and Sport on the same day as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was called off .
In football , Wolves fans were angry and confused as some began their journey to Athens for Thursday ’ s Europa League tie with Olympiakos , before learning it will be played behind closed doors .
After Greece declared at the weekend it should go ahead with no fans , UEFA left supporters in limbo with Wolves frustrated at the lack of information .
Paris Saint-Germain ’ s second leg against Borussia Dortmund tomorrow night will be played behind closed doors in the French capital .
In Italy , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ set to be suspended in a bid to contain the outbreak .
But the restriction does not cover Italian clubs or national teams in international competitions , such as the Champions League .
They are awaiting government approval .
But with the nationwide lockdown announced last night , it means all Serie A matches are suspended until April 3 .
Atalanta ’ s Champions League return trip to Valencia tonight is also going to be played without fans there .
Juventus and Napoli face home games , against Lyon and SPAL , despite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Up to 16 million people are effectively in quarantine .
That has cast a shadow over England ’ s Wembley friendly against Italy on March 27 .
The clash with Denmark in London four days later is another doubt .
Denmark has said its football fixtures should be played without fans .
Tottenham ’ s game with RB Leipzig goes ahead with 2,000 Spurs fans expected in Germany – but only after top-level talks gave the game clearance .
German health minister Jens Spahn recommended all games in Germany have a maximum @ @ @ @ @ @ @ could yet threaten Chelsea ’ s trip to Munich , and the quarter-final line-up taking shape .
The draw is scheduled to take place on Friday , March 20 .
Leipzig officials insisted England is not a high-risk country , the Spurs game is being played outdoors so the virus is not so easily spread , and not enough notice was given to supporters .
UEFA have banned the media from Tuesday 's other game , Valencia ’ s second leg with Atalanta , in an effort to clamp down on the disease @ @ @ @ @ @ @ report PSG ’ s game with Dortmund tomorrow .
But there will be no mixed zone interview area with players afterwards .
Ligue 1 games in France are due to be played without fans – or a maximum of 1,000 spectators – until April 15 .
Several Premier League clubs have already cancelled pre-season trips to the Far East – as concerns grow that this summer ’ s Olympics will have to be postponed .
This week ’ s Lighting Ceremony of the Olympic Flame in Greece will take place without spectators .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ striking at the heart of sport and world bodies are taking it seriously .

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A number of competitions are being threatened while games behind closed doors all over the continent look set to become the norm in the coming months
European football has been plunged into chaos after the Champions League was hit by the coronavirus crisis.
And it could lead to doubts over Chelsea ’s trip to Bayern Munich next week.
More ties face being staged behind closed doors while fears grow about the entire competition this spring.
It comes as more sports were affected – with France’s Six Nations clash in Paris against Ireland postponed.
Doubts surround Wimbledon, the summer’s showpiece tennis tournament.
LTA chiefs were invited to yesterday’s Government meeting at the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport on the same day as the two-week Indian Wells tournament in California was called off.
Image: Christian Kaspar-Bartke) Christian Kaspar-Bartke)
In football, Wolves fans were angry and confused as some began their journey to Athens for Thursday’s Europa League tie with Olympiakos, before learning it will be played behind closed doors.
After Greece declared at the weekend it should go ahead with no fans, UEFA left supporters in limbo with Wolves frustrated at the lack of information.
Paris Saint-Germain’s second leg against Borussia Dortmund tomorrow night will be played behind closed doors in the French capital.
In Italy, ALL sporting activities at every level are set to be suspended in a bid to contain the outbreak.
But the restriction does not cover Italian clubs or national teams in international competitions, such as the Champions League. They are awaiting government approval.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
But with the nationwide lockdown announced last night, it means all Serie A matches are suspended until April 3.
Atalanta’s Champions League return trip to Valencia tonight is also going to be played without fans there.
Juventus and Napoli face home games, against Lyon and SPAL, despite large parts of Italy bring under lockdown.
Up to 16 million people are effectively in quarantine.
That has cast a shadow over England’s Wembley friendly against Italy on March 27. The clash with Denmark in London four days later is another doubt.
Denmark has said its football fixtures should be played without fans.
Tottenham ’s game with RB Leipzig goes ahead with 2,000 Spurs fans expected in Germany – but only after top-level talks gave the game clearance.
German health minister Jens Spahn recommended all games in Germany have a maximum of just 1,000 fans.
Image: PA) PA)
And that could yet threaten Chelsea’s trip to Munich, and the quarter-final line-up taking shape. The draw is scheduled to take place on Friday, March 20.
Leipzig officials insisted England is not a high-risk country, the Spurs game is being played outdoors so the virus is not so easily spread, and not enough notice was given to supporters.
UEFA have banned the media from Tuesday's other game, Valencia’s second leg with Atalanta, in an effort to clamp down on the disease.
Media have got the all-clear to report PSG’s game with Dortmund tomorrow.
But there will be no mixed zone interview area with players afterwards.
Ligue 1 games in France are due to be played without fans – or a maximum of 1,000 spectators – until April 15.
Image: Offside via Getty Images) Offside via Getty Images)
Several Premier League clubs have already cancelled pre-season trips to the Far East – as concerns grow that this summer’s Olympics will have to be postponed.
This week’s Lighting Ceremony of the Olympic Flame in Greece will take place without spectators.
The message is clear – coronavirus is striking at the heart of sport and world bodies are taking it seriously.


thedailymirror--2020-03-09--Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash pose for epic selfie with kids after his DOI win

Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash have posed for an adorable selfie with the kids as they celebrate his big Dancing On Ice win .
They share baby Rex , ten months , and Joe has Harry , 11 , from a previous relationship while Stacey has Leighton , seven , and Zachary , 11 , from previous relationships .
The blended family beamed as they posed for a photo celebrating Joe 's incredible win .
Stacey uploaded the snap alongside a lengthy caption gushing over her partner and applauding his performance on the show .
`` Bunnndddllleeee ... .
We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ve missed you sooooo much but it was ALL worth it , '' she began .
`` Me and all of our boys are so proud of you and so lucky to have a role model in our lives to show us that if you give something you care about absolutely EVERYTHING you ’ ve got and work as hard as you can you can achieve the impossible ... '' It certainly felt impossible when you started ... can ’ t wait to actually wake up with you every morning ... We love @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Thank you all he couldn ’ t have done it without you , love you '' .
Joe won DOI ahead of runner-up Perri Kiely , who narrowly missed out on the title by just 1 % of votes .
Last night , Stacey left the Dancing On Ice wrap party early to go home to the kids - hours before Joe Swash was seen emerging from his hotel holding hands with Alex Murphy .
Explaining her absence to fans , Stacey said she wanted to leave Joe where he was to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sweet home .
We left Joe at the wrap party to have some fun . ''
But she caught on camera the adorable moment she surprised him when he returned back home the next day .
Stacey hid behind a door to jump out at Joe when he finally walked back in .
A video shared to Instagram , captured the moment the ex EastEnders actor - still clutching his silver trophy - jumped as Stacey showered him confetti .
`` I need to get out more , '' she joked in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the stops for Joe and also shared with her three million followers that she 'd cooked him a delicious roast dinner .

Stacey Solomon posted an adorable photo of her with boyfriend Joe and their kids as the blended family celebrate Joe's special Dancing On Ice win
Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash pose for epic selfie with kids after his DOI win
Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash have posed for an adorable selfie with the kids as they celebrate his big Dancing On Ice win.
They share baby Rex, ten months, and Joe has Harry, 11, from a previous relationship while Stacey has Leighton, seven, and Zachary, 11, from previous relationships.
The blended family beamed as they posed for a photo celebrating Joe's incredible win.
Stacey uploaded the snap alongside a lengthy caption gushing over her partner and applauding his performance on the show.
Image: staceysolomon/Instagram) staceysolomon/Instagram)
"Bunnndddllleeee.... We finally have him back ... We’ve missed you sooooo much but it was ALL worth it," she began.
"Me and all of our boys are so proud of you and so lucky to have a role model in our lives to show us that if you give something you care about absolutely EVERYTHING you’ve got and work as hard as you can you can achieve the impossible...
"It certainly felt impossible when you started ... can’t wait to actually wake up with you every morning... We love you to the moon and back ...
Image: Matt Frost/ITV/Shutterstock) Matt Frost/ITV/Shutterstock)
"Thank you all he couldn’t have done it without you, love you".
Joe won DOI ahead of runner-up Perri Kiely, who narrowly missed out on the title by just 1% of votes.
Last night, Stacey left the Dancing On Ice wrap party early to go home to the kids - hours before Joe Swash was seen emerging from his hotel holding hands with Alex Murphy .
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Explaining her absence to fans, Stacey said she wanted to leave Joe where he was to enjoy his big night.
"Home sweet home. We left Joe at the wrap party to have some fun."
But she caught on camera the adorable moment she surprised him when he returned back home the next day.
Image: ADAM GERRARD/Daily Mirror) ADAM GERRARD/Daily Mirror)
Stacey hid behind a door to jump out at Joe when he finally walked back in.
A video shared to Instagram , captured the moment the ex EastEnders actor - still clutching his silver trophy - jumped as Stacey showered him confetti.
"I need to get out more," she joked in the caption.
Stacey had pulled out all the stops for Joe and also shared with her three million followers that she'd cooked him a delicious roast dinner.


thedailymirror--2020-03-09--How to beat high cholesterol in 9 easy ways including apples, walking and fasting

Keeping your cholesterol levels under control is one of the most important things you can do to protect your heart .
But for those with borderline high readings it can be worth trying lifestyle changes first – rather than resorting to drugs such as statins which are dished out by the million on the NHS .
Experts say many of us can do a lot more to help ourselves , simply by making modest and manageable alterations to diet and lifestyle .
Follow our simple tips for driving down your cholesterol and enjoy a selection of heart-healthy recipes guaranteed to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ soya-based foods in British supermarkets is bigger than ever as more people switch to meat-free diets .
The UK market is worth more than £6million – four times what it was a decade ago .
Tofu , soya mince , soya nuts , yoghurts and soya milk are just some of the healthy alternatives to meat and full-fat dairy goods high in saturated fat .
Soya is full of protein , healthy fats and a range of vitamins , minerals and plant nutrients , and has been shown to lower cholesterol .
A @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s Hospital in Toronto found regular intake of soya-based foods lowered levels of ‘ bad ’ LDL cholesterol .
Although the decrease was small – around 4 % – it could still help to protect against heart disease , the researchers say .
Why porridge is the perfect breakfast Porridge has enjoyed a resurgence in recent years and with good reason .
Oats contain a special type of soluble fibre , called beta glucan , which has been shown to lower cholesterol when eaten on a regular basis .
It works by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gut which can bind to cholesterol-rich molecules and stop them from being absorbed into the bloodstream .
The British Heart Foundation says beta glucan can help with cholesterol if you have at least 3g a day .
A typical 40g serving of porridge ( roughly four dessert spoons ) contains 2g of beta glucan .
When hunger pangs strike , it ’ s all too easy to reach for biscuits , cakes or chocolate to tide you over .
But they are all guaranteed to drive up your cholesterol levels .
Instead , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which are packed with protein , fibre , vitamins and minerals such as magnesium , potassium , zinc and copper .
Almonds , pistachios , walnuts , pecans , cashews and peanuts are all high in healthy unsaturated fat and low in harmful saturated fat – so they ’ re good for the heart .
A 2017 study in South Korea , for example , found snacking on a handful of almonds every day reduced dangerous LDL readings but left healthy HDL levels intact .
Take a walk – but make it brisk @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your cholesterol because it burns it up as fuel to keep the muscles working .
But you don ’ t have to run marathons – simply taking a walk can be enough .
However , it has to be brisk .
Dawdling along at a snail ’ s pace is not going to have the desired effect .
“ It definitely helps control cholesterol and thereby reduces our risk of cardiovascular disease , ” says Jules Payne , chief executive of the charity Heart UK .
A 2013 study found that walkers who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ runners burned nearly the same number of calories and reduced their cholesterol by the same amount .
Scientists say it ’ s not necessarily the type of exercise that counts but how much you do .
For example , walking 4.3 miles at a brisk pace uses up the same amount of energy as running three miles .
Aerobic exercise such as walking , cycling or swimming has well-known benefits in terms of lowering cholesterol .
What ’ s less well known is that lifting weights – or resistance training – has the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s not about hoisting huge weights , but using smaller ones to provide resistance for arm , leg and back muscles .
A study in journal Atherosclerosis looked at 30 men aged in their 20s doing regular resistance training , and found it cleared harmful LDL cholesterol from their blood – reducing their risk of heart disease .
What ’ s more , readings of HDL – the “ good ” cholesterol – did not drop .
Stretching your body while remaining mostly stationary might not seem like an obvious way to tackle @ @ @ @ @ @ @ carried out by scientists at Harvard University in the US , that ’ s precisely what yoga can do .
They pooled data from dozens of studies and found regular yoga sessions led to significant falls in bad cholesterol levels , as well as weight and blood pressure .
The researchers say : “ There is promising evidence that yoga can improve cardiac health.
” It ’ s not clear precisely how yoga helps keep arteries clear , but it may be that the exercises involved burn up cholesterol in much the same @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one food alone is going to banish raised cholesterol .
But recent research suggests two apples a day can help to control it as part of a healthy lifestyle .
Reading University researchers found the fruits contained high levels of fibre and disease-fighting compounds called polyphenols , which cut LDL cholesterol levels significantly in patients with readings bordering on dangerous .
Crucially , another group of patients given an apple juice drink instead did not see the same benefits , according to a report in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition .
For @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of sleep increases the risk of heart disease .
But the reason why was something of a mystery .
A 2016 study at the University of Helsinki came up with a possible explanation – poor sleepers have lower levels of healthy HDL cholesterol .
This means the harmful LDL cholesterol in their blood is likely to do more harm .
Scientists studied 21 volunteers who slept in a sleep laboratory for five nights in a row .
Two-thirds were woken every night after just four hours of sleep and their cholesterol levels were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hours of rest .
The findings revealed that HDL scores dropped significantly in those who were sleep-deprived during the experiment .
Fast on one day of the week Going without food , or more than halving the number of calories you normally eat , may be a drastic way to tackle high cholesterol , but some research suggests it can work – even if it ’ s just for one day a week .
There is some evidence that calorie restriction can drive down levels of bad LDL cholesterol , as well as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ – which reduces weight gain and the risk of diabetes .
But try not to fast and exercise at the same time as this can cause dizziness and confusion .
Heart-healthy recipes to keep cholesterol under control 3 fresh sardines or can of sardines 1 Heat a large frying pan and spritz four times with rapeseed oil spray .
Add the onion and cook for a few minutes , until softened .
Add the sardines , tomato puree and a ladle of water .
Stir and cook gently for a few minutes .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , tomatoes and red pepper , cook for a further 10-15 minutes .
2 Meanwhile , cook the pasta in boiling water for six minutes , then add to the sardine mix .
Season , stir and serve , garnished with fennel , with crusty bread and a salad .
1 Add lemon juice to the fish cubes and set aside for half an hour .
Combine all other ingredients ( except the oil ) and mix well .
Pour over the fish cubes and marinate for at least an hour .
2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lightly grease a baking tray with the vegetable oil .
Place fish cubes on the tray and bake on the middle shelf until golden brown .
Serve hot with tomato chutney or salad .
1 Mix cottage and grated cheese together for a filling .
Drain chickpeas and mash finely , then add ginger/garlic paste , chopped chilli , coriander , ground pepper and 2 tbsp of the yoghurt and mix lightly .
2 Divide the mixture into 12 equal balls and stuff each with 1 tsp of the cheese filling .
Cover @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cutlet .
Mix two tablespoons of the remaining yoghurt with mint and spread over the round cutlets .
3 Sprinkle each cutlet with breadcrumbs to coat on all sides and place on a lightly greased baking tray .
4 Bake at 180C/fan 170C/gas 4 for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through .
Serve with tomatoes .

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How to beat high cholesterol in 9 easy ways including apples, walking and fasting
Keeping your cholesterol levels under control is one of the most important things you can do to protect your heart.
But for those with borderline high readings it can be worth trying lifestyle changes first – rather than resorting to drugs such as statins which are dished out by the million on the NHS.
Experts say many of us can do a lot more to help ourselves, simply by making modest and manageable alterations to diet and lifestyle.
Follow our simple tips for driving down your cholesterol and enjoy a selection of heart-healthy recipes guaranteed to do you good.
Switch to soya
The range of soya-based foods in British supermarkets is bigger than ever as more people switch to meat-free diets.
The UK market is worth more than £6million – four times what it was a decade ago.
Tofu, soya mince, soya nuts, yoghurts and soya milk are just some of the healthy alternatives to meat and full-fat dairy goods high in saturated fat. Soya is full of protein, healthy fats and a range of vitamins, minerals and plant nutrients, and has been shown to lower cholesterol.
A 2019 study by doctors at St Michael’s Hospital in Toronto found regular intake of soya-based foods lowered levels of ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol.
Although the decrease was small – around 4% – it could still help to protect against heart disease, the researchers say.
Why porridge is the perfect breakfast
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Porridge has enjoyed a resurgence in recent years and with good reason.
Oats contain a special type of soluble fibre, called beta glucan, which has been shown to lower cholesterol when eaten on a regular basis.
It works by forming a kind of gel in the gut which can bind to cholesterol-rich molecules and stop them from being absorbed into the bloodstream.
The British Heart Foundation says beta glucan can help with cholesterol if you have at least 3g a day.
A typical 40g serving of porridge (roughly four dessert spoons) contains 2g of beta glucan.
Nibble on a handful of nuts
Image: Getty) Getty)
When hunger pangs strike, it’s all too easy to reach for biscuits, cakes or chocolate to tide you over. But they are all guaranteed to drive up your cholesterol levels.
Instead, nibble on a handful of nuts, which are packed with protein, fibre, vitamins and minerals such as magnesium, potassium, zinc and copper.
Almonds, pistachios, walnuts, pecans, cashews and peanuts are all high in healthy unsaturated fat and low in harmful saturated fat – so they’re good for the heart.
A 2017 study in South Korea, for example, found snacking on a handful of almonds every day reduced dangerous LDL readings but left healthy HDL levels intact.
Take a walk – but make it brisk
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Exercise is another useful way to control your cholesterol because it burns it up as fuel to keep the muscles working.
But you don’t have to run marathons – simply taking a walk can be enough.
However, it has to be brisk. Dawdling along at a snail’s pace is not going to have the desired effect.
“It definitely helps control cholesterol and thereby reduces our risk of cardiovascular disease,” says Jules Payne, chief executive of the charity Heart UK.
A 2013 study found that walkers who exerted a similar level of effort as runners burned nearly the same number of calories and reduced their cholesterol by the same amount. Scientists say it’s not necessarily the type of exercise that counts but how much you do.
For example, walking 4.3 miles at a brisk pace uses up the same amount of energy as running three miles.
Pump some iron
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Aerobic exercise such as walking, cycling or swimming has well-known benefits in terms of lowering cholesterol.
What’s less well known is that lifting weights – or resistance training – has the same effect. Again, it’s not about hoisting huge weights, but using smaller ones to provide resistance for arm, leg and back muscles.
A study in journal Atherosclerosis looked at 30 men aged in their 20s doing regular resistance training, and found it cleared harmful LDL cholesterol from their blood – reducing their risk of heart disease.
What’s more, readings of HDL – the “good” cholesterol – did not drop.
Practise yoga
Stretching your body while remaining mostly stationary might not seem like an obvious way to tackle high cholesterol.
But according to analysis carried out by scientists at Harvard University in the US, that’s precisely what yoga can do. They pooled data from dozens of studies and found regular yoga sessions led to significant falls in bad cholesterol levels, as well as weight and blood pressure.
The researchers say: “There is promising evidence that yoga can improve cardiac health.”
It’s not clear precisely how yoga helps keep arteries clear, but it may be that the exercises involved burn up cholesterol in much the same way as aerobic workouts do.
Eat two apples a day
Image: Getty) Getty)
No one food alone is going to banish raised cholesterol.
But recent research suggests two apples a day can help to control it as part of a healthy lifestyle. Reading University researchers found the fruits contained high levels of fibre and disease-fighting compounds called polyphenols, which cut LDL cholesterol levels significantly in patients with readings bordering on dangerous.
Crucially, another group of patients given an apple juice drink instead did not see the same benefits, according to a report in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
Get a good night’s sleep
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
For years, scientists have known that lack of sleep increases the risk of heart disease. But the reason why was something of a mystery.
A 2016 study at the University of Helsinki came up with a possible explanation – poor sleepers have lower levels of healthy HDL cholesterol. This means the harmful LDL cholesterol in their blood is likely to do more harm.
Scientists studied 21 volunteers who slept in a sleep laboratory for five nights in a row.
Two-thirds were woken every night after just four hours of sleep and their cholesterol levels were then compared to others who got eight hours of rest.
The findings revealed that HDL scores dropped significantly in those who were sleep-deprived during the experiment.
Fast on one day of the week
Going without food, or more than halving the number of calories you normally eat, may be a drastic way to tackle high cholesterol, but some research suggests it can work – even if it’s just for one day a week.
There is some evidence that calorie restriction can drive down levels of bad LDL cholesterol, as well as improve the way the body metabolises sugar – which reduces weight gain and the risk of diabetes.
But try not to fast and exercise at the same time as this can cause dizziness and confusion.
Heart-healthy recipes to keep cholesterol under control
Sardines and pasta
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Rapeseed oil spray
1 finely diced onion
3 fresh sardines or can of sardines
2 tbsp tomato puree
1 roasted red pepper
6 sliced and quartered cherry tomatoes
1 tbsp currants
half tbsp sun-dried tomato puree
half bag of fresh spaghetti or pasta shapes
1 tbsp toasted pine nuts, fennel fronds
1 Heat a large frying pan and spritz four times with rapeseed oil spray. Add the onion and cook for a few minutes, until softened. Add the sardines, tomato puree and a ladle of water. Stir and cook gently for a few minutes. Add the toasted pine nuts, currants, tomatoes and red pepper, cook for a further 10-15 minutes.
2 Meanwhile, cook the pasta in boiling water for six minutes, then add to the sardine mix. Season, stir and serve, garnished with fennel, with crusty bread and a salad.
Fish tikkas
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1kg cubed cod fillets
1 tbsp lemon juice
half cup of low-fat natural yoghurt
1 tbsp vinegar
1 tbsp garam marsala
2 tsp ground cumin seeds
1 tsp chilli powder
2 tsp garlic paste
veg oil
1 Add lemon juice to the fish cubes and set aside for half an hour. Combine all other ingredients (except the oil) and mix well. Pour over the fish cubes and marinate for at least an hour.
2 Preheat oven to 180C/fan 170C/gas 4. Lightly grease a baking tray with the vegetable oil. Place fish cubes on the tray and bake on the middle shelf until golden brown. Serve hot with tomato chutney or salad.
Baked stuffed chickpea cutlets
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2 tbsp cottage cheese
2 tbsp low-fat grated cheese
2 cans chickpeas in water
1 tsp ginger and garlic paste
2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
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1 chopped green chilli
4 tbsp natural low-fat yoghurt
1 tsp dried mint
half cup wholemeal breadcrumbs
3 sliced tomatoes
1 Mix cottage and grated cheese together for a filling. Drain chickpeas and mash finely, then add ginger/garlic paste, chopped chilli, coriander, ground pepper and 2 tbsp of the yoghurt and mix lightly.
2 Divide the mixture into 12 equal balls and stuff each with 1 tsp of the cheese filling. Cover the filling to form a flat round cutlet. Mix two tablespoons of the remaining yoghurt with mint and spread over the round cutlets.
3 Sprinkle each cutlet with breadcrumbs to coat on all sides and place on a lightly greased baking tray.
4 Bake at 180C/fan 170C/gas 4 for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through. Serve with tomatoes.


thedailymirror--2020-03-09--EastEnders fans horrified as drunk Gray throttles Chantelle in horrific scenes

EastEnders viewers were left horrified this evening as Gray Atkins took out all of his rage on his poor wife Chantelle after losing his job .
The lawyer , played by Toby-Alexander Smith , was barely able to contain his anger tonight as he struggled to deal with the 'humiliation ' .
When he returned home , he let out all of his anger at Chantelle and blamed her for losing his job by persuading him to take on Whitney 's case Furious viewers took to Twitter over the horrifying scenes , with one tweeting : `` When does gray @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a bully poor chantelle # eastenders . ''
While another commented : `` The consistency of the Gray and Chantelle storyline , + how it just keeps on going in the background of other big stories , has made me feel anxious every time they are alone at home in a scene , because he might kick off .
A clever way of making us FEEL that story .
# EastEnders . ''
A third remarked : `` Chantelle is on the edge because shes just waiting for Gray to blow up and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's treading on egg shells , just waiting ... .. And it will happen .
This abuse SL is being portrayed really well # Eastenders . ''
`` Are we supposed to feel sorry for Gray ?
Because that ’ s not going to happen .
Men who beat their wives don ’ t get sympathy # EastEnders , '' another wrote .
Another wrote : `` Ffs gray is disgusting vile of man accusing Chantelle ffs why stay with him ffs # Eastenders she should tell her dad he will beat the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Fridays at 8pm and Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7.30pm on BBC One

GRAY THROTTLES CHANTELLE AND BLAMES HER FOR LOSING HIS JOB IN HORRIFIC SCENES
GRAY THROTTLES CHANTELLE AND BLAMES HER FOR LOSING HIS JOB IN HORRIFIC SCENES
Lawyer Gray, played by Toby-Alexander Smith, was barely able to contain his anger tonight on EastEnders as he struggled to deal with the 'humiliation'
EastEnders viewers were left horrified this evening as Gray Atkins took out all of his rage on his poor wife Chantelle after losing his job.
The lawyer, played by Toby-Alexander Smith, was barely able to contain his anger tonight as he struggled to deal with the 'humiliation'.
When he returned home, he let out all of his anger at Chantelle and blamed her for losing his job by persuading him to take on Whitney's case
Furious viewers took to Twitter over the horrifying scenes, with one tweeting: "When does gray get found out? Soon hopefully what a bully poor chantelle #eastenders."
Image: BBC) BBC) Image: BBC) BBC)
While another commented: "The consistency of the Gray and Chantelle storyline, + how it just keeps on going in the background of other big stories, has made me feel anxious every time they are alone at home in a scene, because he might kick off. A clever way of making us FEEL that story. #EastEnders."
A third remarked: "Chantelle is on the edge because shes just waiting for Gray to blow up and take his anger out on her she's treading on egg shells, just waiting..... And it will happen. This abuse SL is being portrayed really well #Eastenders."
Image: BBC) BBC)
"Are we supposed to feel sorry for Gray? Because that’s not going to happen. Men who beat their wives don’t get sympathy #EastEnders," another wrote.
One commented: "Omg gray attacking Chantelle again #EastEnders."
Another wrote: "Ffs gray is disgusting vile of man accusing Chantelle ffs why stay with him ffs #Eastenders she should tell her dad he will beat the f***er."
*EastEnders airs Mondays and Fridays at 8pm and Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7.30pm on BBC One


thedailymirror--2020-03-09--Princes Harry and William 'can't hide hurt' as 'Fab Four' go separate ways

They walked out of the ancient abbey that has been pivotal to the British monarchy for more than 900 years .
Pausing on the steps of the Great West Door , he bent to chat to a smiling school girl while she collected a posy of spring flowers .
And then , without a backward glance , the Duke and Duchess of Sussex climbed into a waiting Range Rover and drove out of the limelight .
At 10 past four on a grey March afternoon , Meghan and Harry finally broke free and bade farewell to life as working royals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their “ abdication ” no one could deny that The Firm – and the nation – have lost a valuable , vibrant asset .
But the Sussexes ’ last official appearance was also a sad reminder of the hurt at the heart of the Windsor clan .
Because the Commonwealth Day Service in Westminster Abbey was all about family – about forging “ a common future ” .
And as stars including Craig David and Alexandra Burke sang songs about love and unity , brothers William and Harry sat a few feet apart @ @ @ @ @ @ @ different paths.
” Twenty-three years ago , we had watched Diana ’ s boys sitting in the same abbey united in grief during her funeral .
Then , in 2011 , we rejoiced as Harry stood beside nervous bridegroom William on his wedding day .
But , as they shared one brief smile and “ Hello ” today , the gap between them was achingly obvious .
The Queen had specifically asked Harry and Meghan to join senior royals at the annual service which means so much to her .
But , unlike @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seemed carefully choreographed to avoid the Cambridges and Sussexes having to mingle and make small talk .
In the past , the couples arrived , just ahead of Charles and Camilla , then waited beside the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior to join the Queen ’ s procession .
Last year , they all kissed each other and chatted happily as heavily pregnant Meghan beamed and stroked her baby bump .
But , on Sunday , arrival plans were inexplicably changed and Harry and Meghan were instead taken straight to their seats ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ followed , five minutes later , by the Cambridges .
Charles and Camilla and two royal protection officers walked the Queen down the aisle .
And there was no sign of Prince Andrew – who stayed away this year amid the scandal over his friendship with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein .
As William and Kate took their seats in the front row , the Duke of Cambridge nodded “ Hello ” at the Sussexes , who smiled back and mouthed “ Hi ” .
Kate smiled and said “ Hello Meghan ” then sat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as the Sussexes chatted animatedly to Edward .
Meghan , in a green Emilia Wickstead dress with asymmetrical cape , and Kate , in red Catherine Walker , then both dropped deep curtseys as the Queen took her place .
The service was attended by Commonwealth dignitaries , Government ministers , including PM Boris Johnson and his pregnant fiancée Carrie Symonds , and hundreds of schoolchildren .
But , during the readings , hymns and musical performances , Harry looked pensive and emotional .
On Saturday night , he appeared close to tears @ @ @ @ @ @ @ round of applause at a military music festival in the Royal Albert Hall .
The couple officially step down from their roles as working royals on March 31 , but insiders say Harry has been deeply touched by the warm reception they ’ ve received on their farewell tour .
Body language expert Judi James said that showed at the service today .
“ The tension in Harry ’ s body language especially was palpable , ” she said .
“ At one point he was just staring ahead and then looking at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ found it very difficult .
“ I mean , it must have been such a poignant moment for him to be sitting , facing the backs of the heads of all the people in his family he used to be close to and knowing that he was about to leave.
” The time to leave came just after 4pm as the service drew to a close .
The senior members of The Firm all lined up to follow the Queen back down the aisle and Harry and Meghan fell in behind Kate and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cry from those happy snaps taken by an onlooker as they left church at Sandringham on Christmas Day in 2017 .
Back then , they were the Fab Four .
Today , the Sussexes and Cambridges were two royal couples on very different paths .

Harry and Will share awkward greeting as they take their seats for Commonwealth Service
Harry and Will share awkward greeting as they take their seats for Commonwealth Service
Prince William, Kate Middleton, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were once known as the 'Fab Four' but are now two royal couples on completely different paths, says Rachael Bletchly
Princes Harry and William 'can't hide hurt' as 'Fab Four' go separate ways
They walked out of the ancient abbey that has been pivotal to the British monarchy for more than 900 years.
Pausing on the steps of the Great West Door, he bent to chat to a smiling school girl while she collected a posy of spring flowers.
And then, without a backward glance, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex climbed into a waiting Range Rover and drove out of the limelight.
At 10 past four on a grey March afternoon, Meghan and Harry finally broke free and bade farewell to life as working royals.
And, despite the furore surrounding their “abdication” no one could deny that The Firm – and the nation – have lost a valuable, vibrant asset.
But the Sussexes’ last official appearance was also a sad reminder of the hurt at the heart of the Windsor clan.
Image: Phil Harris) Phil Harris)
Because the Commonwealth Day Service in Westminster Abbey was all about family – about forging “a common future”.
And as stars including Craig David and Alexandra Burke sang songs about love and unity, brothers William and Harry sat a few feet apart, clearly still focused on following “different paths.”
Twenty-three years ago, we had watched Diana’s boys sitting in the same abbey united in grief during her funeral.
Then, in 2011, we rejoiced as Harry stood beside nervous bridegroom William on his wedding day.
But, as they shared one brief smile and “Hello” today, the gap between them was achingly obvious.
Image: BBC) BBC)
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
The Queen had specifically asked Harry and Meghan to join senior royals at the annual service which means so much to her.
But, unlike last year and 2018, the arrivals seemed carefully choreographed to avoid the Cambridges and Sussexes having to mingle and make small talk.
In the past, the couples arrived, just ahead of Charles and Camilla, then waited beside the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior to join the Queen’s procession.
Last year, they all kissed each other and chatted happily as heavily pregnant Meghan beamed and stroked her baby bump.
But, on Sunday, arrival plans were inexplicably changed and Harry and Meghan were instead taken straight to their seats (just after Edward and Sophie Wessex) followed, five minutes later, by the Cambridges.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Charles and Camilla and two royal protection officers walked the Queen down the aisle. And there was no sign of Prince Andrew – who stayed away this year amid the scandal over his friendship with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
As William and Kate took their seats in the front row, the Duke of Cambridge nodded “Hello” at the Sussexes, who smiled back and mouthed “Hi”.
Kate smiled and said “Hello Meghan” then sat facing forward reading her order of service as the Sussexes chatted animatedly to Edward.
Meghan, in a green Emilia Wickstead dress with asymmetrical cape, and Kate, in red Catherine Walker, then both dropped deep curtseys as the Queen took her place.
The service was attended by Commonwealth dignitaries, Government ministers, including PM Boris Johnson and his pregnant fiancée Carrie Symonds, and hundreds of schoolchildren.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
But, during the readings, hymns and musical performances, Harry looked pensive and emotional.
On Saturday night, he appeared close to tears as he and Meghan received a long round of applause at a military music festival in the Royal Albert Hall.
The couple officially step down from their roles as working royals on March 31, but insiders say Harry has been deeply touched by the warm reception they’ve received on their farewell tour.
Body language expert Judi James said that showed at the service today.
“The tension in Harry’s body language especially was palpable,” she said. “At one point he was just staring ahead and then looking at the floor, and I think he found it very difficult.
“I mean, it must have been such a poignant moment for him to be sitting, facing the backs of the heads of all the people in his family he used to be close to and knowing that he was about to leave.”
The time to leave came just after 4pm as the service drew to a close.
The senior members of The Firm all lined up to follow the Queen back down the aisle and Harry and Meghan fell in behind Kate and William.
The image was a far cry from those happy snaps taken by an onlooker as they left church at Sandringham on Christmas Day in 2017.
Back then, they were the Fab Four.
Today, the Sussexes and Cambridges were two royal couples on very different paths.


thedailymirror--2020-03-09--Coronavirus fears mean Chelsea 'expected' to play Bayern Munich behind closed doors

Chelsea 's Champions League second-leg tie with Bayern Munich is set to be played behind closed doors .
The Blues are already 3-0 down from the first-leg at Stamford Bridge a fortnight ago and face an uphill task to progress past the German champions .
But any game at the Allianz Arena is now expected to take place without any fans present , according to Bild .
Football around the continent has been affected by the coronavirus and games are now being played behind closed doors in an effort to contain the spread .
Champions League last 16 games between @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Valencia 's clash with Atlanta are also being played without fans .
Wolves ' Europa League game in the Greek capital against Olympiakos will be played behind closed doors as well .
Top flight games in France will only be played with a maximum of 1000 fans present - or none at all in some cases .
However Italy is Europe 's most affect nation and the decision has been made to postpone all Serie A fixtures until April .
The last round of fixtures , including Juventus ' game with Inter Milan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Conte , Italy 's prime minister , has said that the country needs `` change its habits '' in an effort to prevent the virus spreading further .
`` There is no more time , the numbers tell us there is a significant increase in the contagion , in intensive care and the deaths , '' Conte said .
`` Our habits have to change , we must sacrifice something for the good of all of Italy .
This is why we will adopt even more stringent measures . ''
`` I will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be summed up with the phrase ‘ I am staying at home.
’ There are no more red zones , there is just an Italy that is protected .
`` We must avoid travel unless for proven work reasons , health reasons or other necessities .
We ban large public gatherings .
`` We also have more stringent measures in mind for sporting events .
Serie A and all sporting tournaments in general are suspended .
All the fans must accept that .
”

Chelsea are likely to play Bayern Munich in the Allianz Arena behind closed doors as authorities look to contain the spread of coronavirus with several other Champions League games following suit
Chelsea 's Champions League second-leg tie with Bayern Munich is set to be played behind closed doors.
The Blues are already 3-0 down from the first-leg at Stamford Bridge a fortnight ago and face an uphill task to progress past the German champions.
But any game at the Allianz Arena is now expected to take place without any fans present, according to Bild .
Football around the continent has been affected by the coronavirus and games are now being played behind closed doors in an effort to contain the spread.
Image: EMPICS Sport) EMPICS Sport)
Champions League last 16 games between PSG and Borussia Dortmund as well as Valencia's clash with Atlanta are also being played without fans.
Wolves ' Europa League game in the Greek capital against Olympiakos will be played behind closed doors as well.
Top flight games in France will only be played with a maximum of 1000 fans present - or none at all in some cases.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
However Italy is Europe's most affect nation and the decision has been made to postpone all Serie A fixtures until April.
The last round of fixtures, including Juventus ' game with Inter Milan, were played without fans.
Guiseppe Conte, Italy's prime minister, has said that the country needs "change its habits" in an effort to prevent the virus spreading further.
"There is no more time, the numbers tell us there is a significant increase in the contagion, in intensive care and the deaths," Conte said. "Our habits have to change, we must sacrifice something for the good of all of Italy. This is why we will adopt even more stringent measures."
"I will sign the new decree, which can be summed up with the phrase ‘I am staying at home.’ There are no more red zones, there is just an Italy that is protected.
"We must avoid travel unless for proven work reasons, health reasons or other necessities. We ban large public gatherings.
"We also have more stringent measures in mind for sporting events. Serie A and all sporting tournaments in general are suspended. All the fans must accept that.”


thedailymirror--2020-03-09--Tom Jones says he doesn’t recognise 'old b*****d' in mirror as he nears 80th birthday

Sir Tom Jones may be 79 , but he neither looks , feels nor acts his age , hitting the gym daily to pound on the cross trainer listening to his favourite workout track , Great Balls Of Fire .
And the Welsh singing legend is my , my , my delightful when he talks about his big 80th birthday , coming up on June 7 .
He says : “ I ’ m not there yet , so I don ’ t count my chickens .
But 80 , my God , I can ’ t believe it .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the third time during the night , I look in the mirror and go , ‘ Who ’ s that old b*****d in there ?
And I go , ‘ Oh , it ’ s me ’ .
” Tom ’ s singing career began in the 1960s , when he had hits with Delilah , It ’ s Not Unusual and What ’ s New Pussycat ?
.
And almost 60 years on , he has a three-month tour kicking off in May , and is currently on telly as a coach @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Tom says : “ I don ’ t feel anything like my age .
It ’ s only when you look in the mirror , you can ’ t get around it .
You ’ re getting older and that ’ s it .
But , the way I feel , thank God , I don ’ t have anything major .
“ My health is good and I love life and I love to sing .
I get everything checked out , you know what I mean ?
Some fellas are a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s such a simple bloody thing , to check the prostate.
” He tells how he urged pal Jimmy Tarbuck to get tested .
Tom says : “ I said , ‘ Go and get it checked .
You ’ ll regret it if something happens ’ .
” Comic Jimmy , 80 , is now having treatment for prostate cancer , and Tom says : “ Jimmy says , ‘ You ’ ve saved my life ’ .
” Tom ’ s wife Linda died , aged 75 , in April 2016 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been married 59 years and have a son , Mark .
Tom says : “ Once cancer gets a hold of you , you ’ re in trouble .
I saw that with my wife , God bless her , with lung cancer.
” Now living in London , Tom made a New Year ’ s resolution to go to the gym daily .
He says : “ My favourite is the cross trainer – it hits a lot of places at once .
I can listen to music and go for it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
I try to up the resistance every time.
” So , what does Tom Jones have on his gym playlist ?
He says : “ I always go to 50s rock and roll – Jerry Lewis , Little Richard , Elvis , Fats Domino , Chuck Berry .
When in doubt Great Balls of Fire .
That ’ s it.
” He hopes to continue working on The Voice for some time .
He says : “ I love doing it and have the energy , so why not ?
There ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This is about singing , which hopefully I know something about.
” Tom is unsure how he will celebrate turning 80 , but has a concert the night before in Cardiff .
He says : “ I ’ ll have a few drinks .
I try not to drink as much as I used to .
But once in a while is fine .
I still can ’ t believe it will be my 80th birthday.
” • The Voice , ITV , Saturday , 8.30pm , is the opening knockout round @

Sir Tom Jones has revealed how he stays fit and healthy ahead of his milestone 80th birthday this year
Tom Jones says he doesn’t recognise 'old b*****d' in mirror as he nears 80th birthday
Sir Tom Jones may be 79, but he neither looks, feels nor acts his age, hitting the gym daily to pound on the cross trainer listening to his favourite workout track, Great Balls Of Fire.
And the Welsh singing legend is my, my, my delightful when he talks about his big 80th birthday, coming up on June 7.
He says: “I’m not there yet, so I don’t count my chickens. But 80, my God, I can’t believe it. When I go to the toilet for the third time during the night, I look in the mirror and go, ‘Who’s that old b*****d in there? And I go, ‘Oh, it’s me’.”
Tom’s singing career began in the 1960s, when he had hits with Delilah, It’s Not Unusual and What’s New Pussycat?.
And almost 60 years on, he has a three-month tour kicking off in May, and is currently on telly as a coach on ITV talent show The Voice.
Image: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images) Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)
Image: Mirrorpix) Mirrorpix)
Tom says: “I don’t feel anything like my age. It’s only when you look in the mirror, you can’t get around it. You’re getting older and that’s it. But, the way I feel, thank God, I don’t have anything major.
“My health is good and I love life and I love to sing. I get everything checked out, you know what I mean? Some fellas are a little shy to go. It’s such a simple bloody thing, to check the prostate.”
He tells how he urged pal Jimmy Tarbuck to get tested. Tom says: “I said, ‘Go and get it checked. You’ll regret
it if something happens’.”
Image: Popperfoto/Getty Images) Popperfoto/Getty Images)
Comic Jimmy, 80, is now having treatment for prostate cancer, and Tom says: “Jimmy says, ‘You’ve saved my life’.”
Tom’s wife Linda died, aged 75, in April 2016, from lung cancer. They had been married 59 years and have a son, Mark.
Tom says: “Once cancer gets a hold of you, you’re in trouble. I saw that with my wife, God bless her, with lung cancer.”
Image: Richard Young/REX/Shutterstock) Richard Young/REX/Shutterstock)
Now living in London, Tom made a New Year’s resolution to go to the gym daily. He says: “My favourite is the cross trainer – it hits a lot of places at once. I can listen to music and go for it. I do at least 30 minutes. I try to up the resistance every time.”
So, what does Tom Jones have on his gym playlist? He says: “I always go to 50s rock and roll – Jerry Lewis, Little Richard, Elvis, Fats Domino, Chuck Berry. When in doubt Great Balls of Fire. That’s it.”
Image: ITV) ITV)
He hopes to continue working on The Voice for some time.
He says: “I love doing it and have the energy, so why not? There’s no dog acts, or jugglers. This is about singing, which hopefully I know something about.”
Tom is unsure how he will celebrate turning 80, but has a concert the night before in Cardiff. He says: “I’ll have a few drinks. I try not to drink as much as I used to. But once in a while is fine. I still can’t believe it will be my 80th birthday.”


thedailymirror--2020-03-09--Dancing On Ice winner Joe Swash beat Perri Kiely by just 1% of vote in closest ever final

Joe Swash managed to pip Perri Kiely to the Dancing On Ice crown on Sunday by just one per cent of the vote .
The I 'm A Celebrity Extra Camp host , 38 , left viewers stunned at the weekend after managing to beat frontrunner Perri to be crowned the winner of the skating competition .
Despite all three finalists scooping perfect scores , it seemed certain that Diversity Perri and pro partner Vanessa Bauer would rise to victory .
After paralympian Libby Clegg was announced as placing third , Joe and Perri both skated their own versions of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bolero .
Chris hailed Perri and Vanessa 's the best he 'd ever seen , but viewers chose to crown the show 's best improver Joe and partner Alex Murphy the 2020 champions .
And newly released figures from ITV have shown that Joe managed to bag 50.53 per cent of the vote while Perri obtained 49.47 per cent after going head to head in their final skate .
Following their first skates , Joe also had a majority at 43.2 per cent while Perri managed to nab 41.8 per cent .
Libby @ @ @ @ @ @ @ per cent of the vote , which had n't been surprising after she landed in the bottom two over the last couple of weeks .
Earlier today , Perri spoke out after fans accused Joe of `` robbing him '' of his win , insisting he still feels like winner because he achieved things that `` had n't been done on the ice before '' .
`` I could n't have asked for a better week to end it all on , '' he told fans in a video message .
`` I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all the message and those showing the love .
And I 'm getting loads of messages saying 'gutted you did n't win ' and stuff , '' admitted Perri .
He went on : `` I know it sounds super cheesy and of 'course you 're going to say that ' but I feel I 've achieved all I wanted to and more .
`` When I first got asked to do the show I wanted to push myself as much as I could and do stuff that 's never been done on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ addressed Joe and Alex 's win and had nothing but kind words for the pair .
The dancer said : `` And also Joe ... Alex ... You guys are like ... you guys are just sick .
Honestly , I 've made friends for life .
Joe you are an absolute legend .
`` It 's rare to do shows like this and leave with genuine friends but I feel like I really have .
`` I 'm super proud of the whole journey .
I 've loved every single minute of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Do you have a story to sell ?
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Joe Swash was announced as the surprise Dancing On Ice winner on Sunday, beating frontrunner and Diversity star Perri Kiely to the crown
Dancing On Ice winner Joe Swash beat Perri Kiely by just 1% of vote in closest ever final
Joe Swash managed to pip Perri Kiely to the Dancing On Ice crown on Sunday by just one per cent of the vote.
The I'm A Celebrity Extra Camp host, 38, left viewers stunned at the weekend after managing to beat frontrunner Perri to be crowned the winner of the skating competition.
Despite all three finalists scooping perfect scores, it seemed certain that Diversity Perri and pro partner Vanessa Bauer would rise to victory.
After paralympian Libby Clegg was announced as placing third, Joe and Perri both skated their own versions of Jayne Torville and Christopher Dean's famous Bolero.
Chris hailed Perri and Vanessa's the best he'd ever seen, but viewers chose to crown the show's best improver Joe and partner Alex Murphy the 2020 champions.
Image: Matt Frost/ITV/Shutterstock) Matt Frost/ITV/Shutterstock)
And newly released figures from ITV have shown that Joe managed to bag 50.53 per cent of the vote while Perri obtained 49.47 per cent after going head to head in their final skate.
Following their first skates, Joe also had a majority at 43.2 per cent while Perri managed to nab 41.8 per cent.
Libby was knocked out after receiving just 15.31 per cent of the vote, which hadn't been surprising after she landed in the bottom two over the last couple of weeks.
Image: Matt Frost/ITV/Shutterstock) Matt Frost/ITV/Shutterstock)
Image: Matt Frost/ITV/Shutterstock) Matt Frost/ITV/Shutterstock)
Earlier today, Perri spoke out after fans accused Joe of "robbing him" of his win, insisting he still feels like winner because he achieved things that "hadn't been done on the ice before".
"I couldn't have asked for a better week to end it all on," he told fans in a video message.
"I just want to say thank you for all the message and those showing the love. And I'm getting loads of messages saying 'gutted you didn't win' and stuff," admitted Perri.
He went on: "I know it sounds super cheesy and of 'course you're going to say that' but I feel I've achieved all I wanted to and more.
Image: Matt Frost/ITV/Shutterstock) Matt Frost/ITV/Shutterstock)
"When I first got asked to do the show I wanted to push myself as much as I could and do stuff that's never been done on the ice before."
He also addressed Joe and Alex's win and had nothing but kind words for the pair.
The dancer said: "And also Joe... Alex... You guys are like... you guys are just sick. Honestly, I've made friends for life. Joe you are an absolute legend.
"It's rare to do shows like this and leave with genuine friends but I feel like I really have.
"I'm super proud of the whole journey. I've loved every single minute of it. Congratulations Joe and Alex."
Do you have a story to sell? Get in touch with us at webtv@trinitymirror.com or call us direct 0207 29 33033


thedailymirror--2020-03-09--Harry Potter's Daniel Radcliffe admits he’s 'terrible' at spending £90million fortune

It ’ s one of life ’ s nicer problems to have , but Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe admits he is “ terrible ” at being rich .
The 30-year-old actor , who is estimated to be worth £90million , says he ’ s bad at spending – as his pals often tell him .
“ I don ’ t do a huge amount with my money , ” he admits .
“ I ’ m not particularly extravagant .
There are moments where I think , ‘ Man , I ’ m really bad at being famous.
’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also bad at being rich , he tells James O ’ Brien ’ s podcast Full Disclosure : “ I ’ m terrible.
” But co-star Rupert Grint , who played Ron Weasley , sounds excellent at spending his cash , splurging on a hovercraft , a swan-shaped pedalo and an ice cream van .
He is working on a script , on the advice of Gary Oldman , who played Sirius Black .
“ He was hugely influential , ” he says .
The actor ’ s stash has built up since @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , aged 11 .
Eight movies later , Daniel is now one of the most recognisable people on the planet With his fortunes largely unspent , he has been able to focus on working on indie films like The Woman In Black , Kill Your Darlings and Horns .
Daniel hilariously revealed he was mistaken for a homeless person in New York as he sat on the floor outside with his dog .
The actor was waiting for his girlfriend who was in a shop when he knelt down on the floor with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trying to keep it warm .
A kind stranger approached him and gave him $ 5 , urging him to buy himself a coffee .
Daniel , who is usually recognised due to his huge fame , told the story on the Graham Norton Show .
`` I saw this guy look at me and smile , '' he said .
`` Then he walked past me , got about five steps away , reappeared with a five dollar bill over my shoulder and went 'get yourself a coffee , mate ' .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ more often ! ''
he joked .
Daniel recently spend time learning about his family history and went on a very emotional journey on Who Do You Think You Are ?
after he discovered his great-grandfather 's suicide note .
He also uncovered photo of his great , great grandfather Louis , who he looks strikingly similar to .

Daniel revealed he's bad at being a rich person after hilariously being mistaken for a homeless person outside a shop in New York
It’s one of life’s nicer problems to have, but Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe admits he is “terrible” at being rich.
The 30-year-old actor, who is estimated to be worth £90million, says he’s bad at spending – as his pals often tell him.
“I don’t do a huge amount with my money,” he admits.
“I’m not particularly extravagant. There are moments where I think, ‘Man, I’m really bad at being famous.’”
At the suggestion he’s also bad at being rich, he tells James O’Brien’s podcast Full Disclosure: “I’m terrible.”
But co-star Rupert Grint, who played Ron Weasley, sounds excellent at spending his cash, splurging on a hovercraft, a swan-shaped pedalo and an ice cream van.
Image: PA) PA)
Daniel admits he felt “lonely” after Harry Potter ended.
He is working on a script, on the advice of Gary Oldman, who played Sirius Black. “He was hugely influential,” he says.
The actor’s stash has built up since he first played Potter back in 2001, aged 11.
Eight movies later, Daniel is now one of the most recognisable people on the planet
With his fortunes largely unspent, he has been able to focus on working on indie films like The Woman In Black, Kill Your Darlings and Horns.
Image: Warner Bros) Warner Bros)
Image: BBC/Wall to Wall Media Ltd/Stephen Perry) BBC/Wall to Wall Media Ltd/Stephen Perry)
Daniel hilariously revealed he was mistaken for a homeless person in New York as he sat on the floor outside with his dog.
The actor was waiting for his girlfriend who was in a shop when he knelt down on the floor with the dog his girlfriend was fostering, trying to keep it warm.
A kind stranger approached him and gave him $5, urging him to buy himself a coffee.
Image: BBC/Wall to Wall Media Ltd/Marcia Gresham) BBC/Wall to Wall Media Ltd/Marcia Gresham)
Daniel, who is usually recognised due to his huge fame, told the story on the Graham Norton Show.
"I saw this guy look at me and smile," he said.
"Then he walked past me, got about five steps away, reappeared with a five dollar bill over my shoulder and went 'get yourself a coffee, mate'."
Image: BBC) BBC)
"Apparently I have to shave more often!" he joked.
Daniel recently spend time learning about his family history and went on a very emotional journey on Who Do You Think You Are? after he discovered his great-grandfather's suicide note .
He also uncovered photo of his great, great grandfather Louis, who he looks strikingly similar to.


thedailymirror--2020-03-09--Brentford bounce back from blip and still have Premier League in their sights

Fourth and firing again after a five-star performance .
Ahead of Saturday ’ s 5-0 demolition of Sheffield Wednesday there had been every reason for Brentford fans to feel as insecure as a marriage to Boris Johnson .
French midfielder Bryan Mbeumo had taken to Instagram try and allay fears among fans that their promotion bid was falling apart after their 2-2 draw against Cardiff .
Thomas Frank ’ s men had gone 2-0 up after just 20 minutes - only to be pegged back for a point .
The thing is , it has always been about the big @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as no surprise .
It has never been all or nothing for the west London club that have developed the likes of Chris Mepham ( now at Bournemouth ) and Neal Maupay ( Brighton ) in recent years .
The Bees continue to attract admiring glances because of the effectiveness of their operation , the blueprint for their style of play and the many promising youngsters that have found their wings under Franck .
Head of Recruitment Lee Dykes has overseen the recent signings of Pontus Jannson , Matthias Jensen , Ethan Pinnock @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kristian Norgaard , David Raya and the impressive Mbeumo .
Experience has combined impressively with potential to leave the club dreaming of the Premier League .
Previously head of recruitment with Oldham , Notts County , Carlisle United and Crawley Town , Dykes has also held assistant manager and Sporting Director roles at the lower levels of English football .
His knowledge and contacts have proven vital in beating rival clubs to so many exciting talents .
As for the Bees ’ emerging talents , there is a clear pathway to the first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ far more beneficial than your typical academy set-up .
Co-director of football Rasmus Ankersen has long used the analogy of David outmanoeuvring Goliath and a few so-called bigger clubs could learn from the Bees ’ approach .
Unwilling to fall into the trap of , as he puts it , spending two per cent of their time recruiting and 75 per cent managing recruitment mistakes , Andersen relies on football analytics which have so far paid dividends .
Nineteen-year-old midfielder Jan Zamburek and 20-year-old right-back Mads Roerslev are among the next batch of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Capped from Under-15 to Under-19 level for the Czech Republic , Zamburek is into double figures for Brentford appearances this season .
He started his club ’ s FA Cup game against Stoke and Leicester in January and has already gone into a few notebooks as one destined for even bigger things .
Roerslev has enjoyed a fine season since his arrival last August .
The Dane has also been capped by his country from Under-17 to Under-21 level .
While he may have appeared only ten times for Brentford this season @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fans have seen enough to know they have another potential star on their hands .
Even Mbeumo has impressed since joining from Troyes last summer , with 13 goals and six assists in his 33 appearances so far .
Fear of failure doesn ’ t exist at Griffin Park .
Neither data-driven Ankersen nor owner Matthew Benham panicked when their Frank managed only eight wins from the club ’ s first ten games .
The glass for them is very much half full with one defeat in their last eight .
That Sheffield @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their dip out of their system .
To say that they took it is an understatement .

The Bees are impressing both on and off the pitch and could well be playing the first season in their new stadium in England's elite division
Brentford bounce back from blip and still have Premier League in their sights
Fourth and firing again after a five-star performance.
Ahead of Saturday’s 5-0 demolition of Sheffield Wednesday there had been every reason for Brentford fans to feel as insecure as a marriage to Boris Johnson.
French midfielder Bryan Mbeumo had taken to Instagram try and allay fears among fans that their promotion bid was falling apart after their 2-2 draw against Cardiff.
Thomas Frank’s men had gone 2-0 up after just 20 minutes - only to be pegged back for a point.
The thing is, it has always been about the big picture for Brentford. The recovery comes as no surprise.
It has never been all or nothing for the west London club that have developed the likes of Chris Mepham (now at Bournemouth) and Neal Maupay (Brighton) in recent years.
Image: EMPICS Sport) EMPICS Sport)
The Bees continue to attract admiring glances because of the effectiveness of their operation, the blueprint for their style of play and the many promising youngsters that have found their wings under Franck.
Head of Recruitment Lee Dykes has overseen the recent signings of Pontus Jannson, Matthias Jensen, Ethan Pinnock, Joel Valencia, Mads Roerslev, Kristian Norgaard, David Raya and the impressive Mbeumo.
Experience has combined impressively with potential to leave the club dreaming of the Premier League.
Previously head of recruitment with Oldham, Notts County, Carlisle United and Crawley Town, Dykes has also held assistant manager and Sporting Director roles at the lower levels of English football. His knowledge and contacts have proven vital in beating rival clubs to so many exciting talents.
Image: EMPICS Sport) EMPICS Sport)
As for the Bees’ emerging talents, there is a clear pathway to the first team courtesy of a B-team operation proving far more beneficial than your typical academy set-up.
Co-director of football Rasmus Ankersen has long used the analogy of David outmanoeuvring Goliath and a few so-called bigger clubs could learn from the Bees’ approach.
Unwilling to fall into the trap of, as he puts it, spending two per cent of their time recruiting and 75 per cent managing recruitment mistakes, Andersen relies on football analytics which have so far paid dividends.
Nineteen-year-old midfielder Jan Zamburek and 20-year-old right-back Mads Roerslev are among the next batch of talented prospects being nurtured at Griffin Park.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Capped from Under-15 to Under-19 level for the Czech Republic, Zamburek is into double figures for Brentford appearances this season. He started his club’s FA Cup game against Stoke and Leicester in January and has already gone into a few notebooks as one destined for even bigger things.
Roerslev has enjoyed a fine season since his arrival last August. The Dane has also been capped by his country from Under-17 to Under-21 level.
While he may have appeared only ten times for Brentford this season, Frank and the club’s fans have seen enough to know they have another potential star on their hands.
Even Mbeumo has impressed since joining from Troyes last summer, with 13 goals and six assists in his 33 appearances so far.
Image: EMPICS Sport) EMPICS Sport)
Fear of failure doesn’t exist at Griffin Park. Neither data-driven Ankersen nor owner Matthew Benham panicked when their Frank managed only eight wins from the club’s first ten games.
The glass for them is very much half full with one defeat in their last eight. That Sheffield Wednesday win was their chance to get their dip out of their system. To say that they took it is an understatement.


thedailymirror--2020-03-09--Kylie Jenner caught out using budget sunscreen instead of her own pricey product

Kylie Jenner has been caught using a budget high street brand of sunscreen in a very rare occurrence of a Kardashian not plugging their own product .
The 22-year-old self made billionaire has recently launched her own SPF oil as part of her Kylie Skin range , which retails at $ 32 ( £24.40 ) .
But on her recent holiday to Palm Springs in California , eagle eyed fans noticed Kylie covere her body in Banana Boat sunscreen , which is a much more budget-friendly option .
She posted a bikini snap as she applied the SPF , warning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their skin from the sun 's rays .
It 's clear from the colours on the bottle that the brand is Banana Boat , and this did n't go unnoticed by the brand themselves , who commented with a series of praying hand emojis as if to say thank you .
And Kylie 's eagle-eyed fans reminded her she was being disloyal to her own pricey product .
One commented : `` Girl that ain ’ t no Kylie skin sunscreen . ''
But Kylie was quick to defend her choice , revealing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of town and my mom is a hater and doesn ’ t have any here '' .
It 's been reported that mum-of-one Kylie reunited with beau Travis Scott one month ago .
It 's said that the couple , who share two-year-old daughter Stormi , secretly got back together after deciding to give their relationship another go .
There have been multiple reports in America that the lip kit mogul and her rapper boyfriend are an item once more .
They split in October , last year , after two years together @ @ @ @ @ @ @ going through a long period of rows .
There were cheating rumours at the time , but they denied it , saying that they remained good friends and that their main concern was co-parenting their daughter .
Kylie tweeted at the time : `` Travis and i are on great terms and our main focus right now is Stormi !
!
`` Our friendship and our daughter is priority . ''
But now , it 's said they 're back together .
Entertainment Tonight reports they secretly reunited one month ago , while @ @ @ @ @ @ @ another go despite Kylie having some trust issues .
Mirror Online has contacted Kylie and Travis ' representatives for comment .
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The self-made billionaire surprised fans by using a budget suncream on holiday instead of her pricey own SPF product in a rare post without a plug
Kylie Jenner caught out using budget sunscreen instead of her own pricey product
Kylie Jenner has been caught using a budget high street brand of sunscreen in a very rare occurrence of a Kardashian not plugging their own product.
The 22-year-old self made billionaire has recently launched her own SPF oil as part of her Kylie Skin range, which retails at $32 (£24.40).
But on her recent holiday to Palm Springs in California, eagle eyed fans noticed Kylie covere her body in Banana Boat sunscreen, which is a much more budget-friendly option.
She posted a bikini snap as she applied the SPF, warning her fans to make sure they protect their skin from the sun's rays.
Image: kyliejenner/Instagram) kyliejenner/Instagram)
It's clear from the colours on the bottle that the brand is Banana Boat, and this didn't go unnoticed by the brand themselves, who commented with a series of praying hand emojis as if to say thank you.
And Kylie's eagle-eyed fans reminded her she was being disloyal to her own pricey product.
One commented: "Girl that ain’t no Kylie skin sunscreen."
Image: kyliejenner/Instagram) kyliejenner/Instagram)
Image: Universal Images Group via Getty Images) Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
But Kylie was quick to defend her choice, revealing: "Ugh i’m out of town and my mom is a hater and doesn’t have any here".
It's been reported that mum-of-one Kylie reunited with beau Travis Scott one month ago.
It's said that the couple, who share two-year-old daughter Stormi, secretly got back together after deciding to give their relationship another go.
Image: Kylie Jenner/Instagram) Kylie Jenner/Instagram)
There have been multiple reports in America that the lip kit mogul and her rapper boyfriend are an item once more.
They split in October, last year, after two years together, amid reports that they had been going through a long period of rows.
There were cheating rumours at the time, but they denied it, saying that they remained good friends and that their main concern was co-parenting their daughter.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Kylie tweeted at the time: "Travis and i are on great terms and our main focus right now is Stormi !!
"Our friendship and our daughter is priority."
But now, it's said they're back together.
Entertainment Tonight reports they secretly reunited one month ago, while In Touch says they're giving things another go despite Kylie having some trust issues.
Mirror Online has contacted Kylie and Travis' representatives for comment.
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thedailymirror--2020-03-10--Cheltenham Festival 2020 LIVE results: Tips and race cards from Day One racing

The build-up is finally over and the Cheltenham Festival begins this afternoon , with the Unibet Champion Hurdle the highlight of today 's top-class racing .
Epatante goes into the 17-horse race as favourite as Nicky Henderson bids for his third win in four years at 3:30pm .
Before that , Asterion Forlonge , Abracadabras and Shishkin lead the betting for the 1:30pm Sky Bet Supreme Novices ' Hurdle .
Following the opener are the Racing Post Arkle Trophy Chase at 2:10pm and the Ultima Handicap Chase at 2:50pm .
There is no let-up to the quality racing on show @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Honeysuckle in the Close Brothers Mares ' Hurdle at 4:10pm before the Northern Trust Novices ' Handicap Chase at 4:50pm .
The final race at 5:30pm is the longest - the National Hunt Amateurs Novices ' Chase over three miles and six furlongs - to wrap up a highly-anticipated first day of the festival .
Stay tuned to Mirror Sport 's live coverage of Day One of the festival for tips from our expert tipster Newsboy as well as all the results from today 's seven races .
Follow all of the latest @ @ @ @

The build-up is finally over and the Cheltenham Festival begins this afternoon, with the Unibet Champion Hurdle the highlight of today's top-class racing.
Epatante goes into the 17-horse race as favourite as Nicky Henderson bids for his third win in four years at 3:30pm.
Before that, Asterion Forlonge, Abacadabras and Shishkin lead the betting for the 1:30pm Sky Bet Supreme Novices' Hurdle. Following the opener are the Racing Post Arkle Trophy Chase at 2:10pm and the Ultima Handicap Chase at 2:50pm.
There is no let-up to the quality racing on show as Benie des Dieux faces off with Honeysuckle in the Close Brothers Mares' Hurdle at 4:10pm before the Northern Trust Novices' Handicap Chase at 4:50pm.
The final race at 5:30pm is the longest - the National Hunt Amateurs Novices' Chase over three miles and six furlongs - to wrap up a highly-anticipated first day of the festival.
Stay tuned to Mirror Sport's live coverage of Day One of the festival for tips from our expert tipster Newsboy as well as all the results from today's seven races.
Follow all of the latest odds with Bet365.


thedailymirror--2020-03-10--Stacey Solomon honours Caroline Flack by quitting social media on day of her funeral

Stacey Solomon has announced she is taking time off from social media to honour Caroline Flack on the day of her funeral .
The Love Island host was found dead at her London home last month at the age of 40 .
She is due to be remembered at a private family funeral today , and Stacey declared she 's taking the day off from Instagram .
In a post on the site , Stacey wrote : `` Today it does n't feel right to be on social media .
`` So from me and the boys , we hope @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hold your loved ones close , give them all of the cuddles you have in you and let them know how much you need them in your life .
`` You never know when they really might need to know .
Love you all .
`` If you 're struggling with today , yesterday , the thought of tomorrow , please let someone know .
Anyone . ''
Stacey 's boyfriend Joe Swash was friends with Caroline , and he paid tribute to her during the Dancing On Ice final on Sunday .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Charlie Chalplin-inspired performance and a poster had been stuck on the set with the slogan `` Be Kind '' written on .
The words were used by Caroline in one of her final Instagram posts .
Sharing on the meaning behind the sign , he explained : `` I asked them [ Dancing On Ice ] whether they could put the words Be Kind on a poster , so what they 've done is they 've put up this poster and at the top they 've put the words `` Be Kind .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Obviously we lost Caroline and we 're trying to spread the word , we need everyone to be kinder . ''
Joe previously worked with Caroline on two seasons of I 'm A Celebrity 's companion show until 2011 .
It 's unclear whether Caroline 's celebrity pals will be attending her funeral service today , although it 's expected her boyfriend Lewis Burton will be there to lay her to rest .
If you 're struggling and need to talk , the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ samaritans.org if you 'd prefer to write down how you 're feeling

Joe Swash's girlfriend Stacey Solomon announced she is taking time off from social media to honour Caroline Flack on the day of her funeral
Stacey Solomon honours Caroline Flack by quitting social media on day of her funeral
Stacey Solomon has announced she is taking time off from social media to honour Caroline Flack on the day of her funeral.
The Love Island host was found dead at her London home last month at the age of 40.
She is due to be remembered at a private family funeral today , and Stacey declared she's taking the day off from Instagram .
In a post on the site, Stacey wrote: "Today it doesn't feel right to be on social media.
"So from me and the boys, we hope you have a good day.
"Hold your loved ones close, give them all of the cuddles you have in you and let them know how much you need them in your life.
Image: Stacey Soloman/Instagram) Stacey Soloman/Instagram)
"You never know when they really might need to know. Love you all.
"If you're struggling with today, yesterday, the thought of tomorrow, please let someone know. Anyone."
Stacey's boyfriend Joe Swash was friends with Caroline, and he paid tribute to her during the Dancing On Ice final on Sunday.
Image: Instagram) Instagram) Image: Instagram) Instagram)
He took to the ice for a Charlie Chalplin-inspired performance and a poster had been stuck on the set with the slogan "Be Kind" written on.
The words were used by Caroline in one of her final Instagram posts.
Sharing on the meaning behind the sign, he explained: "I asked them [Dancing On Ice] whether they could put the words Be Kind on a poster, so what they've done is they've put up this poster and at the top they've put the words "Be Kind."
Image: ITV) ITV)
The thoughtful star added: "Obviously we lost Caroline and we're trying to spread the word, we need everyone to be kinder."
Joe previously worked with Caroline on two seasons of I'm A Celebrity's companion show until 2011.
It's unclear whether Caroline's celebrity pals will be attending her funeral service today, although it's expected her boyfriend Lewis Burton will be there to lay her to rest.
If you're struggling and need to talk, the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123. Alternatively, you can email jo@samaritans.org if you'd prefer to write down how you're feeling


thedailymirror--2020-03-10--Caroline Flack's secret kindness to X Factor star who was grieving sister's suicide

Caroline Flack 's secret generosity to a former X Factor contestant mourning her sister 's suicide has been revealed .
The former Love Island presenter took her own life aged 40 at her north London flat just weeks before she was due to stand trial on March 4 for common assault .
Today she is being laid to rest by her family and friends .
In the wake of her death , former contestant Donna Thomson has come forward to shine a light on Caroline 's secret act of kindness towards her .
She said : “ I am very @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has brought all the grief back to me.
” The singing hopeful , now 60 , crossed paths with the late presenter while filming the Xtra Factor after she chased her dreams on The X Factor in 2012 .
Caroline offered great comfort to her when Donna opened up about her grief over her sister 's suicide the year before appearing on the show .
Krista had killed herself aged 49 in 2011 after she sunk into a depression because she said her facial scar brought on by skin cancer treatment had `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recalled how Caroline 's infectious laughter and sense of fun brought her joy after her `` year from hell '' .
Their chance meeting spurred her on the path to happiness once again .
She said : “ She was so bubbly and down to earth and we sang Africa by Toto together and I fell to the floor laughing .
“ We had such good fun and it was the first time I laughed after a year from hell .
“ I became a big fan of hers after that and would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ She made a huge impact on me and helped me feel happy again in the most awful time .
“ That ’ s why I was totally shocked when I heard that she ’ d killed herself too.
” Although she failed to get through to the next round , Donna found herself fully enjoying herself filming with Caroline .
She noted the presenter allowed her to forget her audition flop and have fun .
Donna said : “ I find her death so hard to believe because Caroline was so full of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hers was so infectious .
“ I was nervous because my act didn ’ t go well but she made me forget about all the terrible times and I was overwhelmed . ''
If you 're struggling and need to talk , the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123 .
Alternatively , you can email jo @ samaritans.org if you 'd prefer to write down how you 're feeling

Caroline Flack had comforted X Factor star Donna Thomson, who was left heartbroken by her sister's suicide in 2011
Caroline Flack's secret generosity to a former X Factor contestant mourning her sister's suicide has been revealed.
The former Love Island presenter took her own life aged 40 at her north London flat just weeks before she was due to stand trial on March 4 for common assault.
Today she is being laid to rest by her family and friends .
In the wake of her death, former contestant Donna Thomson has come forward to shine a light on Caroline's secret act of kindness towards her.
She said: “I am very angry and upset and Caroline's death has brought all the grief back to me.”
Image: Triangle News) Triangle News)
The singing hopeful, now 60, crossed paths with the late presenter while filming the Xtra Factor after she chased her dreams on The X Factor in 2012.
Caroline offered great comfort to her when Donna opened up about her grief over her sister's suicide the year before appearing on the show.
Krista had killed herself aged 49 in 2011 after she sunk into a depression because she said her facial scar brought on by skin cancer treatment had "taken her life away".
Image: Triangle News) Triangle News)
Donna recalled how Caroline's infectious laughter and sense of fun brought her joy after her "year from hell".
Their chance meeting spurred her on the path to happiness once again.
She said: “She was so bubbly and down to earth and we sang Africa by Toto together and I fell to the floor laughing.
Image: Triangle News) Triangle News)
“We had such good fun and it was the first time I laughed after a year from hell.
“I became a big fan of hers after that and would always look out for her shows. She made a huge impact on me and helped me feel happy again in the most awful time.
“That’s why I was totally shocked when I heard that she’d killed herself too.”
Image: Triangle News) Triangle News)
Although she failed to get through to the next round, Donna found herself fully enjoying herself filming with Caroline.
She noted the presenter allowed her to forget her audition flop and have fun.
Donna said: “I find her death so hard to believe because Caroline was so full of life and energy and that laughter of hers was so infectious.
“I was nervous because my act didn’t go well but she made me forget about all the terrible times and I was overwhelmed."
If you're struggling and need to talk, the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123. Alternatively, you can email jo@samaritans.org if you'd prefer to write down how you're feeling


thedailymirror--2020-03-10--Kim Kardashian shows off bikini-clad bum as she poses with mini-me son Saint

Kim Kardashian has won the internet again in a sizzling bikini snap as she posed beside her mini-me son Saint West .
The reality star and her siblings took a short family break to Palm Springs over the weekend , and it seems she made plenty of time to capture sweet memories for Instagram .
Like usual , the mum-of-four shared a picture-perfect bikini snap with her 162million followers - joined by her four-year-old son Saint .
Brunette bombshell Kim , 39 , posed with her rear view towards the lens , and was perched on a sunbed whilst she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the huge pool .
The skimpy black swimwear clung to her spectacular curves and showed off her intense work in the gym , highlighted by her peachy bum and toned legs .
She looked super stylish with a bucket hat to keep her hair free of sun damage , and let her dark locks roam in loose waves .
Kim hugged her son tightly in the snap , proving she is the perfect doting mum .
The mini-break in Palm Springs was at their mum Kris Jenner 's vacation mansion .
As always @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Kim was accompanied by half-sisters Kylie and Kendall Jenner , as well as Kourtney and her ex Scott Disick , and little sister Khloe .
The adults headed out to Toucans Tiki Lounge on Saturday night to watch a drag show , and shared several posts of their relaxed break on social media , keeping their followers updated .
The close-knit family enjoyed well-needed time together over the weekend .
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Kim Kardashian made time pose for a quick bikini snap with son Saint during her family break to Palm Springs over the weekend
Kim Kardashian shows off bikini-clad bum as she poses with mini-me son Saint
Kim Kardashian has won the internet again in a sizzling bikini snap as she posed beside her mini-me son Saint West.
The reality star and her siblings took a short family break to Palm Springs over the weekend, and it seems she made plenty of time to capture sweet memories for Instagram .
Like usual, the mum-of-four shared a picture-perfect bikini snap with her 162million followers - joined by her four-year-old son Saint.
Brunette bombshell Kim, 39, posed with her rear view towards the lens, and was perched on a sunbed whilst she towelled off Saint after a dip in the huge pool.
Image: Kim Kardashian/Instagram) Kim Kardashian/Instagram)
The skimpy black swimwear clung to her spectacular curves and showed off her intense work in the gym, highlighted by her peachy bum and toned legs.
She looked super stylish with a bucket hat to keep her hair free of sun damage, and let her dark locks roam in loose waves.
Kim hugged her son tightly in the snap, proving she is the perfect doting mum.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
The mini-break in Palm Springs was at their mum Kris Jenner's vacation mansion.
As always, the Kardashian clan stuck together, and Kim was accompanied by half-sisters Kylie and Kendall Jenner, as well as Kourtney and her ex Scott Disick, and little sister Khloe.
The adults headed out to Toucans Tiki Lounge on Saturday night to watch a drag show, and shared several posts of their relaxed break on social media, keeping their followers updated.
The close-knit family enjoyed well-needed time together over the weekend.
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