thedailymirror--2020-08-28--Incest mum who killed kids she had with half-brother was 'caring', report claims

A woman who murdered her two eldest children and plotted to kill the other four was seen by professionals as `` a loving , caring and competent mother '' , a serious case review ( SCR ) has found .
Incestuous couple Sarah Barrass , 35 , and her half-brother Brandon Machin , 39 , were jailed for life last year with a minimum term of 35 years for the murder of 13-year-old Tristan Barrass and his 14-year-old brother Blake , at their home in the Shiregreen area of Sheffield .
On Friday , an SCR found that none of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with Barrass and her children could have predicted what happened .
The report , published on Friday , concluded : `` The deaths of these two children is a tragedy and there is no evidence from this review process that any of the practitioners and agencies involved with the family could have predicted the actions taken by their parents .
`` This review has seen significant evidence of effective and caring practice with the children by all agencies involved with the family . ''
The review said : `` Practitioners saw ( Barrass @ @ @ @ @ @ @ competent mother . ''
Sheffield Crown Court heard last year that Barrass and Machin worked together to strangle the two teenagers before ensuring their deaths by placing bin bags over their heads .
The family had contact with a large number of staff and a variety of agencies but the SCR said : `` Professionals ' view of mother 's parenting was overwhelmingly positive and she was seen as a competent , caring and articulate parent who supported and fought hard for her children 's access to appropriate support and help .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the police . ''
When the pair were sentenced , the court heard how , a day before murdering Tristan and Blake on May 24 2019 , they had also forced the two teenagers , as well as two more of their children , to take tablets gathered from around the family home .
The court that Barrass and Machin expected the mixture , which included prescribed ADHD medication , to kill all four of them .
When that failed , they killed Tristan and Blake before attempting to drown another child in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the family before the events in 2019 was , to the outside world , `` a household of a loving single mum with six children , heavily supported by her brother Brandon Machin '' .
But none of the professionals working with the family knew that Barrass and Machin were in a relationship and that he was the father of all six children .
The court heard : `` The children believed and even told officers at the scene that their father was dead , having died in the Second World War @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the mother-of-six was heard repeatedly making remarks such as `` I gave you life , I can take it away '' to the children .
The court heard that she had sought help from the local authority with the youngsters , texting a friend : `` I 've thought of every possible solution to this mess .
Mass murder , putting them all in care , checking in to the local nut house .
`` I love my kids too much to kill them , I ca n't put them into care for @ @ @ @ @

Sarah Barrass, who was in an incestuous relationship with half-brother Brandon Machin, was seen by social working professionals as "a loving, caring and competent mother"
Incest mum who killed two kids she had with half-brother was 'caring', report claims
A woman who murdered her two eldest children and plotted to kill the other four was seen by professionals as "a loving, caring and competent mother", a serious case review (SCR) has found.
Incestuous couple Sarah Barrass, 35, and her half-brother Brandon Machin, 39, were jailed for life last year with a minimum term of 35 years for the murder of 13-year-old Tristan Barrass and his 14-year-old brother Blake, at their home in the Shiregreen area of Sheffield.
On Friday, an SCR found that none of the practitioners or agencies who had contact with Barrass and her children could have predicted what happened.
The report, published on Friday, concluded: "The deaths of these two children is a tragedy and there is no evidence from this review process that any of the practitioners and agencies involved with the family could have predicted the actions taken by their parents.
"This review has seen significant evidence of effective and caring practice with the children by all agencies involved with the family."
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The review said: "Practitioners saw (Barrass) as a loving, caring and competent mother."
Sheffield Crown Court heard last year that Barrass and Machin worked together to strangle the two teenagers before ensuring their deaths by placing bin bags over their heads.
The family had contact with a large number of staff and a variety of agencies but the SCR said: "Professionals' view of mother's parenting was overwhelmingly positive and she was seen as a competent, caring and articulate parent who supported and fought hard for her children's access to appropriate support and help.
"She frequently self-referred to support services and the police."
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When the pair were sentenced, the court heard how, a day before murdering Tristan and Blake on May 24 2019, they had also forced the two teenagers, as well as two more of their children, to take tablets gathered from around the family home.
The court that Barrass and Machin expected the mixture, which included prescribed ADHD medication, to kill all four of them.
When that failed, they killed Tristan and Blake before attempting to drown another child in the bath.
Image: SWNS) SWNS)
Prosecutors said the picture of the family before the events in 2019 was, to the outside world, "a household of a loving single mum with six children, heavily supported by her brother Brandon Machin".
But none of the professionals working with the family knew that Barrass and Machin were in a relationship and that he was the father of all six children.
The court heard: "The children believed and even told officers at the scene that their father was dead, having died in the Second World War."
Image: SWNS) SWNS)
A judge was told that the mother-of-six was heard repeatedly making remarks such as "I gave you life, I can take it away" to the children.
The court heard that she had sought help from the local authority with the youngsters, texting a friend: "I've thought of every possible solution to this mess. Mass murder, putting them all in care, checking in to the local nut house.
"I love my kids too much to kill them, I can't put them into care for the same reason."


thedailymirror--2020-08-28--Billi Mucklow shows off baby's pink-themed nursery

Billi Mucklow and Andy Caroll are preparing to welcome another baby together .
And former TOWIE star Billi - who is due to give birth in four-weeks - had unveiled the new baby 's nursery that she has decorated in time for the bundle of joy 's arrival .
The reality TV star , 32 , took to Instagram on Friday to share snaps from inside the gorgeous pink-themed room that features bling touches .
A feature wall has been covered in wall paper that has a stunning hot air balloon design printed onto it in different tones of pink @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Placed against the wall is a white changing table with a pastel pink mat - ready for the little girl .
Under the table is a chest of drawers that have been fitted with gem knobs and a white fluffy swan head had been fixed to the wall above .
Billi has filled the space with special touches - including a pink monkey toy , a cotton candy coloured elephant plant pot and a bubblegum toned lamp .
The Essex native captioned the upload : `` Sneak Peek ... ... Of My @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Much Can ’ t Wait To Finish It Off ... ..My Grandad built me my chest of drawers when I was pregnant with Arlo such a special piece of furniture 4 WeeksTo Go . ''
Billi and footballer Andy announced that they were having another child in April .
The blonde beauty shared a gorgeous black and white picture of the couple 's two young sons Arlo , four , and Wolf , two posing alongside Andy 's children from a previous relationship , Emilie and Lucas to make the announcement .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ happy family as they each held on to a picture from one of Billi 's baby scans .
They all beamed proudly as they posed in their pyjamas in the snap .
Bili captioned the post : `` Here We Go Again !
@ andytcarroll . ''
Billi , who starred in TOWIE from 2011-2013 , became engaged to Andy in 2014 .
The footballer popped the question during a romantic trip to Rome in November that year .
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Former TOWIE star Billi Mucklow has given a glimpse into the newly decorated nursery that has been prepared ahead of her little tot's arrival
Billi Mucklow shows off pink-themed nursery four-weeks ahead of new baby's arrival
Billi Mucklow and Andy Caroll are preparing to welcome another baby together.
And former TOWIE star Billi - who is due to give birth in four-weeks - had unveiled the new baby's nursery that she has decorated in time for the bundle of joy's arrival.
The reality TV star, 32, took to Instagram on Friday to share snaps from inside the gorgeous pink-themed room that features bling touches.
A feature wall has been covered in wall paper that has a stunning hot air balloon design printed onto it in different tones of pink and contrasting splashes of green and yellow.
Image: billimucklow/Instagram) billimucklow/Instagram)
Placed against the wall is a white changing table with a pastel pink mat - ready for the little girl.
Under the table is a chest of drawers that have been fitted with gem knobs and a white fluffy swan head had been fixed to the wall above.
Billi has filled the space with special touches - including a pink monkey toy, a cotton candy coloured elephant plant pot and a bubblegum toned lamp.
The Essex native captioned the upload: "Sneak Peek...... Of My Baby Girl Nursery I Love It So Much Can’t Wait To Finish It Off.....My Grandad built me my chest of drawers when I was pregnant with Arlo such a special piece of furniture 4 WeeksTo Go."
Image: billimucklow/Instagram) billimucklow/Instagram)
Billi and footballer Andy announced that they were having another child in April.
The blonde beauty shared a gorgeous black and white picture of the couple's two young sons Arlo, four, and Wolf, two posing alongside Andy's children from a previous relationship, Emilie and Lucas to make the announcement.
The foursome all stood together as one big happy family as they each held on to a picture from one of Billi's baby scans.
They all beamed proudly as they posed in their pyjamas in the snap.
Image: PA) PA)
Image: billimucklow/Instagram) billimucklow/Instagram)
Bili captioned the post: "Here We Go Again! @andytcarroll."
She added the hashtags #TeamCarroll #5Aside #LoveMyBabies.
Billi, who starred in TOWIE from 2011-2013, became engaged to Andy in 2014.
The footballer popped the question during a romantic trip to Rome in November that year.
Do you have a story to sell? Get in touch with us at webcelebs@trinitymirror.com or call us direct 0207 29 3303


thedailymirror--2020-08-28--Rightmove's most viewed UK properties- from Essex mansion to old celebrity haunt

With most of the UK addicted to Selling Sunset and Million Dollar Beach House , it 's hardly surprising that many of us have started to dream of moving house .
After months staring at the same walls , thousands of Brits have been on Rightmove searching for their perfect new home .
And while the site offers thousands and thousands of properties , some of their most impressive are unsurprisingly their most popular .
They 've put together a list of the most viewed properties over the past few months - and it 's easy to see why people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ There 's a stunning Essex mansion and classic Cornwall properties with breathtaking views of the sea .
Rightmove ’ s property expert Miles Shipside said : `` There ’ s no getting away from the fact that , as a nation , we ’ re completely obsessed with property .
`` Our homes have become more important than ever before this year , and it ’ s fascinating to see which properties have captured the imagination of Rightmove users this summer .
`` From the music studio where everything started for Oasis , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ figurines guarding a home cinema , these five properties are really special . ''
Sitting in 3 acres of land , this stunning 5-bed detached house is on the market for £9,500,000 .
Over four floors , it has two formal sitting rooms , a family room , a formal dining room , a large kitchen , a wine cellar , library and study .
There are two pools - one for leisure and one for exercise - as well as a sauna , hot tub and gym .
In the basement you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bar and an arcade .
There 's also a triple height entrance hall and there are two lifts in the property .
One of the rooms is filled with life-size superhero models and other collected items .
There are tennis courts and a pavilion in the grounds , as well as a huge drive way and garage space for four cars .
All of the five bedrooms have en suites and the master has his and hers dressing rooms .
The online description states : `` Greenacres is arguably one of the best @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The unrivalled leisure facilities are simply superb with an enormous party room of approximately 5,500 sq ft with fully equipped bar , dance floor , stage , lounge , dining & casino areas .
`` The grounds extend to approximately 3 acres and are approached via wrought iron security gates with a sweeping in & out driveway leading to garaging for up to 4 cars .
The formal gardens have a large patio area and extensive lawns whilst the remainder of the gardens are well . ''
This Grade II-listed mansion , set @ @ @ @ @ @ @ set you back £4,500,000 .
The main house has four bedrooms , and there is also a separate two-bed lodge and a self-contained three-bed staff quarters .
The 215 acre site includes a working farm and equestrian facilities , as well as a stunning lake .
The description states : `` Tregeare is an exceptional , private country estate centred around an elegant Grade II Listed Palladian style mansion surrounded by beautiful parkland and grounds with a breath taking approach over a long private drive .
`` Set amidst the glorious unspoilt North @ @ @ @ @ @ @ elements of a traditional , mixed estate with further residential properties , a working farm , equestrian facilities together with considerable sporting potential .
`` Rich in history , the first recorded owners were the Baron Family and the Grade II Listed Mansion is believed to have been built by Jasper Baron and completed in the 1790s .
`` Today , following a meticulous renovation programme undertaken by the current owners under the supervision of English Heritage , Tregeare has retained a wealth of historical architectural features and is finished and appointed to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three-bedroom offers unbeatable panoramic views of the estuary and surrounding countryside .
It 's on the market for just shy of £3million , and has it own boathouse and private stone quay .
There is also a one-bed guesthouse , a summer house and a separate studio .
The description reads : `` The appropriately named ‘ Tranquil Waters ’ is a Cornish Gem in a unique position of privacy and seclusion ' with panoramic 180 degree sweeping views of the water and the countryside beyond .
`` This is a truly magical @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ with its own boat launching facilities at the bottom of the garden .
`` The property is at the end of a private lane , which then turns into a footpath , so there is no ‘ through traffic ’ .
`` All of the buildings have been designed in the ‘ New England ’ style and all positioned to maximise the wonderful views . ''
This seven-bedroom property is only accessible by boat , making it completely private - but it 's its celebrity and musical history which makes this home @ @ @ @ @ @ @ studio is a favourite among music legends , and is where Oasis recorded their debut album Definitely , Maybe .
The Stone Roses , The Verve and Muse have also recorded there .
The building is surrounded by 28 acres of private land including it 's own private creek .
The description reads : `` Only accessible by boat or on foot , the property offers an unrivalled level of privacy and seclusion , surrounded by its own enchanting woodland , with the potential for a high level of self-sufficiency .
`` It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ romantic and historic setting than that of The Old Sawmills .
`` The creek at The Old Sawmills could tell a long and colourful story .
From its early origins as a site used by medieval merchants , to the inspiration for a classic novel , and then a world-famous recording studio , this enchanting site is immersed in history .
`` The most recent chapter in the life of The Old Sawmills , and certainly the most well-known , is its current incarnation as a recording studio .
`` Regularly described as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it has played host to many well-established artists and played a big part in the initial development of some . ''
This five-bed detached country home `` effortlessly mixes period character with modern architecture '' , and is on the market for £2,500,000 .
With stables and kennels , it 's the perfect home for animal lovers , and it also has a gym and a home office .
The outside space is particularly impressive , with a hot rub , ice shower , sauna , bar , barbecue , outdoor pizza oven @ @ @ @ @

Rightmove's most viewed properties are pretty impressive - and it's easy to see why people are desperate to take a look inside these gorgeous homes
Rightmove's most viewed UK properties - from Essex mansion to old celebrity haunt
With most of the UK addicted to Selling Sunset and Million Dollar Beach House, it's hardly surprising that many of us have started to dream of moving house.
After months staring at the same walls, thousands of Brits have been on Rightmove searching for their perfect new home.
And while the site offers thousands and thousands of properties, some of their most impressive are unsurprisingly their most popular.
They've put together a list of the most viewed properties over the past few months - and it's easy to see why people are desperate to take a look.
There's a stunning Essex mansion and classic Cornwall properties with breathtaking views of the sea.
Rightmove’s property expert Miles Shipside said: "There’s no getting away from the fact that, as a nation, we’re completely obsessed with property.
"Our homes have become more important than ever before this year, and it’s fascinating to see which properties have captured the imagination of Rightmove users this summer.
"From the music studio where everything started for Oasis, to an Essex mansion with life-size superhero figurines guarding a home cinema, these five properties are really special."
Greenacres, Essex
Sitting in 3 acres of land, this stunning 5-bed detached house is on the market for £9,500,000 .
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
Over four floors, it has two formal sitting rooms, a family room, a formal dining room, a large kitchen, a wine cellar, library and study.
There are two pools - one for leisure and one for exercise - as well as a sauna, hot tub and gym.
In the basement you'll find an 18-seat cinema, a bar and an arcade.
There's also a triple height entrance hall and there are two lifts in the property.
One of the rooms is filled with life-size superhero models and other collected items.
There are tennis courts and a pavilion in the grounds, as well as a huge drive way and garage space for four cars.
All of the five bedrooms have en suites and the master has his and hers dressing rooms.
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
The online description states: "Greenacres is arguably one of the best properties within South East Essex.
"The unrivalled leisure facilities are simply superb with an enormous party room of approximately 5,500 sq ft with fully equipped bar, dance floor, stage, lounge, dining & casino areas.
"The grounds extend to approximately 3 acres and are approached via wrought iron security gates with a sweeping in & out driveway leading to garaging for up to 4 cars. The formal gardens have a large patio area and extensive lawns whilst the remainder of the gardens are well."
Tregeare House, Cornwall
This Grade II-listed mansion, set in a private country estate, will set you back £4,500,000 .
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
The main house has four bedrooms, and there is also a separate two-bed lodge and a self-contained three-bed staff quarters.
The 215 acre site includes a working farm and equestrian facilities, as well as a stunning lake.
The description states: "Tregeare is an exceptional, private country estate centred around an elegant Grade II Listed Palladian style mansion surrounded by beautiful parkland and grounds with a breath taking approach over a long private drive.
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
"Set amidst the glorious unspoilt North Cornish countryside, Tregeare encapsulates all the elements of a traditional, mixed estate with further residential properties, a working farm, equestrian facilities together with considerable sporting potential.
"Rich in history, the first recorded owners were the Baron Family and the Grade II Listed Mansion is believed to have been built by Jasper Baron and completed in the 1790s.
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
"Today, following a meticulous renovation programme undertaken by the current owners under the supervision of English Heritage, Tregeare has retained a wealth of historical architectural features and is finished and appointed to an exceptional standard."
Tranquil Waters, Cornwall
This stunning three-bedroom offers unbeatable panoramic views of the estuary and surrounding countryside.
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
It's on the market for just shy of £3million , and has it own boathouse and private stone quay.
There is also a one-bed guesthouse, a summer house and a separate studio.
The description reads: "The appropriately named ‘Tranquil Waters’ is a Cornish Gem in a unique position of privacy and seclusion' with panoramic 180 degree sweeping views of the water and the countryside beyond.
"This is a truly magical location reminiscent of ‘Swallows and Amazons’ with its own boat launching facilities at the bottom of the garden.
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
"The property is at the end of a private lane, which then turns into a footpath, so there is no ‘through traffic’.
"All of the buildings have been designed in the ‘New England’ style and all positioned to maximise the wonderful views."
The Old Sawmills, Cornwall
This seven-bedroom property is only accessible by boat, making it completely private - but it's its celebrity and musical history which makes this home particularly interesting.
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
The home's recording studio is a favourite among music legends, and is where Oasis recorded their debut album Definitely, Maybe.
The Stone Roses, The Verve and Muse have also recorded there.
The building is surrounded by 28 acres of private land including it's own private creek.
The description reads: "Only accessible by boat or on foot, the property offers an unrivalled level of privacy and seclusion, surrounded by its own enchanting woodland, with the potential for a high level of self-sufficiency.
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
"It would be difficult to imagine a more romantic and historic setting than that of The Old Sawmills.
"The creek at The Old Sawmills could tell a long and colourful story. From its early origins as a site used by medieval merchants, to the inspiration for a classic novel, and then a world-famous recording studio, this enchanting site is immersed in history.
"The most recent chapter in the life of The Old Sawmills, and certainly the most well-known, is its current incarnation as a recording studio.
"Regularly described as “legendary” by the media, it has played host to many well-established artists and played a big part in the initial development of some."
Grand Lodge, Staffordshire
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This five-bed detached country home "effortlessly mixes period character with modern architecture", and is on the market for £2,500,000.
With stables and kennels, it's the perfect home for animal lovers, and it also has a gym and a home office.
The outside space is particularly impressive, with a hot rub, ice shower, sauna, bar, barbecue, outdoor pizza oven and a sunken trampoline.


thedailymirror--2020-08-28--39 endangered and missing kids rescued in sex trafficking and kidnapping bust

Thirty-nine endangered and missing children have been rescued after a sex trafficking and kidnapping bust .
`` Operation Not Forgotten '' resulted in the rescue of 26 children and safe finding of 13 others as nine suspects were arrested in Georgia , US .
The missing children were considered to be some of the most at-risk and challenging recovery cases in the area , based on indications of high-risk factors such as victimisation of child sex trafficking , child exploitation , sexual abuse , physical abuse , and medical or mental health conditions .
Other children were tracked down at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wellbeing , a press release by the US Department of Justice said .
Investigators were able to confirm each child ’ s location and assure their safety and welfare .
Attorney General of the State of Georgia Chris Carr tweeted : `` Operation Not Forgotten was designed to locate and recover missing and endangered children in Georgia and beyond - including some who were known to be the victims of sex trafficking .
`` As a result of this operation , our office assisted the @ USMarshalsHQ and the @ GBI_GA in placing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , to date , we have developed 3 new cases with multiple trafficking suspects .
`` Most importantly , this operation rescued 39 children .
Children who were not given a fair shake to begin with and may have fallen through the cracks had it not been for the dedicated efforts of our law enforcement officials . ''
Director of the Marshals Service Donald Washington added : `` The U.S .
Marshals Service is fully committed to assisting federal , state , and local agencies with locating and recovering endangered missing children , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mission .
`` The message to missing children and their families is that we will never stop looking for you . ''
The US Marshals Service Missing Child Unit , in conjunction with the agency ’ s Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force , the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children ( NCMEC ) and Georgia state and local agencies , led a two-week operation in August in Atlanta and Macon , Georgia , to rescue endangered missing children .
Investigators cleared 26 arrest warrants and filed additional charges for alleged crimes related @ @ @ @ @ @ @ registered sex offender violations , drugs and weapons possession , and custodial interference .
The 26 warrants cleared included 19 arrest warrants for a total of nine individuals arrested , some of whom had multiple warrants .
“ When we track down fugitives , it ’ s a good feeling to know that we 're putting the bad guy behind bars but that sense of accomplishment is nothing compared to finding a missing child , '' said Darby Kirby , Chief of the Missing Child Unit .
“ It 's hard to put @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rescue a missing child , but I can tell you that this operation has impacted every single one of us out here .
We are working to protect them and get them the help they need .
”

"Operation Not Forgotten" has rescued 26 children and safely found 13 others as nine suspects were arrested in Georgia, US - some of the children are understood to be victims of sexual abuse
Thirty-nine endangered and missing children have been rescued after a sex trafficking and kidnapping bust.
"Operation Not Forgotten" resulted in the rescue of 26 children and safe finding of 13 others as nine suspects were arrested in Georgia, US.
The missing children were considered to be some of the most at-risk and challenging recovery cases in the area, based on indications of high-risk factors such as victimisation of child sex trafficking, child exploitation, sexual abuse, physical abuse, and medical or mental health conditions.
Other children were tracked down at the request of authorities to ensure their wellbeing, a press release by the US Department of Justice said.
Investigators were able to confirm each child’s location and assure their safety and welfare.
Image: U.S. Marshals Service) U.S. Marshals Service) Image: U.S. Marshals Service) U.S. Marshals Service)
Attorney General of the State of Georgia Chris Carr tweeted: "Operation Not Forgotten was designed to locate and recover missing and endangered children in Georgia and beyond - including some who were known to be the victims of sex trafficking.
"As a result of this operation, our office assisted the @USMarshalsHQ and the @GBI_GA in placing additional victims in rehabilitation centers, and, to date, we have developed 3 new cases with multiple trafficking suspects.
"Most importantly, this operation rescued 39 children. Children who were not given a fair shake to begin with and may have fallen through the cracks had it not been for the dedicated efforts of our law enforcement officials."
Image: U.S. Marshals Service) U.S. Marshals Service) Image: U.S. Marshals Service) U.S. Marshals Service)
Director of the Marshals Service Donald Washington added: "The U.S. Marshals Service is fully committed to assisting federal, state, and local agencies with locating and recovering endangered missing children, in addition to their primary fugitive apprehension mission.
"The message to missing children and their families is that we will never stop looking for you."
The US Marshals Service Missing Child Unit, in conjunction with the agency’s Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) and Georgia state and local agencies, led a two-week operation in August in Atlanta and Macon, Georgia, to rescue endangered missing children.
Image: U.S. Marshals Service) U.S. Marshals Service) Image: U.S. Marshals Service) U.S. Marshals Service)
Investigators cleared 26 arrest warrants and filed additional charges for alleged crimes related to sex trafficking, parental kidnapping, registered sex offender violations, drugs and weapons possession, and custodial interference.
The 26 warrants cleared included 19 arrest warrants for a total of nine individuals arrested, some of whom had multiple warrants.
“When we track down fugitives, it’s a good feeling to know that we're putting the bad guy behind bars but that sense of accomplishment is nothing compared to finding a missing child," said Darby Kirby, Chief of the Missing Child Unit.
“It's hard to put into words what we feel when we rescue a missing child, but I can tell you that this operation has impacted every single one of us out here. We are working to protect them and get them the help they need.”


thedailymirror--2020-08-28--Chloe Ferry left covered in blood after nasty accident with false nail

Chloe Ferry has revealed she 's suffered a nasty accident with her false nail , leaving her hand covered in blood .
The Geordie Shore star 24 , took to her Instagram stories on Thursday to share a gory video of her painful-looking injury .
In the clip she zoomed right in on her nail , which was pouring with blood , as she twisted her hand around to give her followers a good view of it .
`` Not my day today , '' the glum star captioned the post but did n't explain how she 'd hurt herself @ @ @ @ @ @ @ revealed that she 'd been having a rough time of it and had been crying .
`` I 'm drained , '' she said as someone in the background asked her if she wanted a Pespi Max .
`` Why you trying to feed us with the coffee in the Pepsi Max ? ''
She revealed she 'd had a 10-hour day of filming .
And it had clearly taken its toll as Chloe added : `` I 've been crying and I 'm an emotional wreck .
`` All my makeup 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at work comes after Chloe 's wild night in a hotel in London during which she racked up a £700 room service bill .
She shared a picture of her super long receipt which showed she 'd ordered a lot of food , including chicken strips , pasta and chips for breakfast .
And Chloe shared her regret for splashing such a large sum of money at once .
`` Spent that on room service last night ffs , '' she captioned the picture .

WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT: Chloe Ferry took to her Instagram stories on Thursday to share a gory video of her painful-looking injury
Chloe Ferry left covered in blood after nasty accident with false nail
Chloe Ferry has revealed she's suffered a nasty accident with her false nail, leaving her hand covered in blood.
The Geordie Shore star 24, took to her Instagram stories on Thursday to share a gory video of her painful-looking injury.
In the clip she zoomed right in on her nail, which was pouring with blood, as she twisted her hand around to give her followers a good view of it.
"Not my day today," the glum star captioned the post but didn't explain how she'd hurt herself.
In an earlier video Chloe had revealed that she'd been having a rough time of it and had been crying.
Image: chloegshore1/Instagram) chloegshore1/Instagram) Image: Instagram) Instagram)
"I'm drained," she said as someone in the background asked her if she wanted a Pespi Max.
"Why you trying to feed us with the coffee in the Pepsi Max?"
She revealed she'd had a 10-hour day of filming.
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And it had clearly taken its toll as Chloe added: "I've been crying and I'm an emotional wreck.
"All my makeup's been ruined."
Her long day at work comes after Chloe's wild night in a hotel in London during which she racked up a £700 room service bill.
Image: chloegshore1/Instagram) chloegshore1/Instagram)
She shared a picture of her super long receipt which showed she'd ordered a lot of food, including chicken strips, pasta and chips for breakfast.
And Chloe shared her regret for splashing such a large sum of money at once.
"Spent that on room service last night ffs," she captioned the picture.


thedailymirror--2020-08-28--Farmer outraged after teens break into his farm and put lipstick on his animals

A group of teenagers broke into a petting zoo and abused the animals by riding the donkeys and putting lipstick on a pony .
The gang fled when the farm 's owner Jimmy Abma - who had seen their pictures on social media - chased them from his business .
Mr Abma , a fourth-generation farmer whose family has owned Abma ’ s Farm in Wyckoff , New Jersey , for more than 80 years , received a message on his phone at roughly 10.30pm on Saturday .
Mr Abma recognized the animal from the Snapchat image and quickly grew @ @ @ @ @ @ @ property are not big enough to support the weight of a teenager .
He told WCBS-TV : `` Obviously , we ’ re closed , so that raised a concern to me right off the bat , that there ’ s people trespassing , the animals are somewhat in danger and I just need to figure out what ’ s going on . ''
Mr Abma , who lives on the property , said he immediately ran outside and chased at least half a dozen youngsters off of his property , which includes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and a supermarket .
He discovered the gates to the petting zoo were open and some of the animals had been traumatized .
One pony had lipstick spread on its face .
`` Couple of the animals you couldn ’ t even get close to , '' Mr Abma said .
`` They were all skittish .
They were all jumping around .
`` We did a full count on the animals and we ’ re still trying to account for all of them so it ’ s just a frustrating thing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ animals , they have the ability to kick and rear up and they have the ability to bite you . ''
Mr Abma also said he noticed two teens trying to shoplift items from his supermarket .
As he phoned 911 , the two teenagers ran off .
`` Whatever these kids did they need to be held responsible for it , '' Mr Abma told WABC-TV .
`` At the end of the day , this is our house , this is our yard , this is our livelihood . ''
Mr @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Monday showing a veterinarian checking up on one of the donkeys .
Law enforcement officials told WCBS-TV that investigators know the individuals involved .

Jimmy Abma, a fourth generation farmer who owns Abma's Farm in Wyckoff, New Jersey, received an unusual message on his phone at roughly 10.30pm on Saturday
Farmer outraged after teenagers break into his farm and put lipstick on his animals
A group of teenagers broke into a petting zoo and abused the animals by riding the donkeys and putting lipstick on a pony.
The gang fled when the farm's owner Jimmy Abma - who had seen their pictures on social media - chased them from his business.
Mr Abma, a fourth-generation farmer whose family has owned Abma’s Farm in Wyckoff, New Jersey, for more than 80 years, received a message on his phone at roughly 10.30pm on Saturday.
It showed a young girl riding on a miniature donkey.
Mr Abma recognized the animal from the Snapchat image and quickly grew concerned since the miniature donkeys on his property are not big enough to support the weight of a teenager.
He told WCBS-TV : "Obviously, we’re closed, so that raised a concern to me right off the bat, that there’s people trespassing, the animals are somewhat in danger and I just need to figure out what’s going on."
Mr Abma, who lives on the property, said he immediately ran outside and chased at least half a dozen youngsters off of his property, which includes a barnyard petting zoo, a farm, and a supermarket.
He discovered the gates to the petting zoo were open and some of the animals had been traumatized.
One pony had lipstick spread on its face.
"Couple of the animals you couldn’t even get close to," Mr Abma said.
"They were all skittish. They were all jumping around.
"We did a full count on the animals and we’re still trying to account for all of them so it’s just a frustrating thing."
He added: "These animals, they have the ability to kick and rear up and they have the ability to bite you."
Mr Abma also said he noticed two teens trying to shoplift items from his supermarket.
As he phoned 911, the two teenagers ran off.
"Whatever these kids did they need to be held responsible for it," Mr Abma told WABC-TV.
"At the end of the day, this is our house, this is our yard, this is our livelihood."
Mr Abma posted an image on Facebook on Monday showing a veterinarian checking up on one of the donkeys.
Law enforcement officials told WCBS-TV that investigators know the individuals involved.


thedailymirror--2020-08-28--Priti Patel's Home Office delete anti-migrant video but refuse to explain why

Priti Patel 's Home Office has been forced to delete a 'dangerous ' anti-refugee video from Twitter after outcry from lawyers .
But while the department confirmed it ‘ should not have been posted ’ , they have so far refused to explain why .
The 21-second clip claimed `` activist lawyers '' are taking advantage of EU rules to frustrate their policy of deporting migrants with no right to remain .
The Law Society said the clip was `` misleading and dangerous '' and that lawyers protecting the rights of asylum seekers were `` merely doing their jobs '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the Home Office , top civil servant Matthew Rycroft agreed the phrase `` activist lawyers '' should not have been used in a government video .
He said : `` I have made clear to the team this post should not be used again from Home Office accounts or anywhere else by civil servants . ''
Meanwhile , Ms Patel was reportedly left furious as she was forced to abandon a charter flight removing 23 migrants from Britain to other EU countries following legal challenges .
On Wednesday the Home Office removed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ earlier in the month 14 others were sent back to EU states .
The Mirror contacted the Home Office twice on Friday Morning to ask why the video should not have been used , and the reason it was deleted .
But on both occasions a spokesperson said they were “ not adding anything further ” to the comments made by Mr Rycroft .
A Home Office spokeswoman said : `` The Government 's efforts to facilitate entirely legitimate and legal returns of people who have entered the UK through illegal routes are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ submitted hours before a scheduled flight .
`` These claims are very often baseless and entirely without merit , but are given full legal consideration , leading to removal being rescheduled .
`` This can effectively result in the timing out of a return due to stringent Dublin Regulations .
`` It is right that we seek to remove migrants who have travelled through a safe country and have no right to remain in the UK . ''
The row came as the Home Office prepared plans to reduce the burden of unaccompanied @ @ @ @ @ @ @ country .
The National Transfer Scheme places unaccompanied children in the care of councils around the country to ensure they 're spread between local authorities .
The Government is consulting on plans to 'revitalise ' the scheme following an increase in arrivals in Kent .
So far , 60 local authorities have pledged more than 270 places to help support children arriving on the south coast .
Immigration minister Chris Philp said : `` I ’ d like to thank all of the participating local authorities for their efforts in providing places for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ appreciate the strain on resources at these unprecedented times , and these efforts have not gone unnoticed .
“ We are committed to making sure that the National Transfer Scheme works as effectively as possible for vulnerable unaccompanied children and the local authorities supporting them .
The consultation we are launching today seeks to make sure that we are sharing the responsibility for these children in as fair a way as possible .
”

The Department has confirmed the video 'should not have been posted' but have so far failed to give a reason for the decision to remove it
Priti Patel's Home Office has been forced to delete a 'dangerous' anti-refugee video from Twitter after outcry from lawyers.
But while the department confirmed it ‘should not have been posted’, they have so far refused to explain why.
The 21-second clip claimed "activist lawyers" are taking advantage of EU rules to frustrate their policy of deporting migrants with no right to remain.
The Law Society said the clip was "misleading and dangerous" and that lawyers protecting the rights of asylum seekers were "merely doing their jobs".
After a formal complaint was lodged with the Home Office, top civil servant Matthew Rycroft agreed the phrase "activist lawyers" should not have been used in a government video.
He said: "I have made clear to the team this post should not be used again from Home Office accounts or anywhere else by civil servants."
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
Meanwhile, Ms Patel was reportedly left furious as she was forced to abandon a charter flight removing 23 migrants from Britain to other EU countries following legal challenges.
On Wednesday the Home Office removed 12 migrants to France and Germany and earlier in the month 14 others were sent back to EU states.
The Mirror contacted the Home Office twice on Friday Morning to ask why the video should not have been used, and the reason it was deleted.
But on both occasions a spokesperson said they were “not adding anything further” to the comments made by Mr Rycroft.
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A Home Office spokeswoman said: "The Government's efforts to facilitate entirely legitimate and legal returns of people who have entered the UK through illegal routes are too often frustrated by last minute challenges submitted hours before a scheduled flight.
"These claims are very often baseless and entirely without merit, but are given full legal consideration, leading to removal being rescheduled.
"This can effectively result in the timing out of a return due to stringent Dublin Regulations.
"It is right that we seek to remove migrants who have travelled through a safe country and have no right to remain in the UK."
The row came as the Home Office prepared plans to reduce the burden of unaccompanied asylum-seeking children on some areas of the country.
The National Transfer Scheme places unaccompanied children in the care of councils around the country to ensure they're spread between local authorities.
The Government is consulting on plans to 'revitalise' the scheme following an increase in arrivals in Kent.
So far, 60 local authorities have pledged more than 270 places to help support children arriving on the south coast.
Immigration minister Chris Philp said: "I’d like to thank all of the participating local authorities for their efforts in providing places for unaccompanied children in recent weeks. We appreciate the strain on resources at these unprecedented times, and these efforts have not gone unnoticed.
“We are committed to making sure that the National Transfer Scheme works as effectively as possible for vulnerable unaccompanied children and the local authorities supporting them. The consultation we are launching today seeks to make sure that we are sharing the responsibility for these children in as fair a way as possible.”


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Bella Hadid avoids awkwardness during reunion with ex The Weeknd at MTV awards

Bella Hadid and The Weeknd have endured a courteous reunion at the MTV Video Music Awards one year after they broke up .
While a run-in with an ex might be the idea of hell for many , 23-year-old Bella and 30-year-old music star The Weeknd , aka Abel Tesfaye , appeared to survive a reunion with smiles on their faces .
The 2020 MTV Video Music Awards are due to take place in New York on Sunday night with Wicked Games singer The Weeknd nominated for six awards , while Bella is expected to present a gong .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and August 2019 – with the duo blaming their hectic work schedules for their split last year .
However , fate is bringing them back together for this weekend ’ s celebrations – and the pair have already crossed paths at a rehearsal on Friday evening .
The Daily Mail reports an eyewitness stating : “ They played it cool and crossed paths with each other , same place , same time . ''
The insider went on to claim American reality star and model Bella and the Canadian pop sensation are : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ report explained : “ supermodel Bella was spotted at the NYC shoot location the same day that Grammy-award winning artist Abel wrapped up rehearsals for his upcoming performance.
” It is unclear if Bella will be handing an award to her former lover as part of the ceremony .
Meanwhile , the VMAs will be held at various locations in New York City on Sunday night as organisers plan to put on a socially distanced compliant show .
Lady Gaga , Ariana range and Miley Cyrus are among the A List stars expected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hollywood actress Keke Palmer is set to host the star studded event .
The awards show is set to air in the UK on Monday night via MTV .

The reality star and model was spotted with Canadian ex-boyfriend popstar The Weeknd during a rehearsal for the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards in New York on Friday night
Bella Hadid avoids awkwardness during reunion with ex-boyfriend The Weeknd at MTV awards
Bella Hadid and The Weeknd have endured a courteous reunion at the MTV Video Music Awards one year after they broke up.
While a run-in with an ex might be the idea of hell for many, 23-year-old Bella and 30-year-old music star The Weeknd, aka Abel Tesfaye, appeared to survive a reunion with smiles on their faces.
The 2020 MTV Video Music Awards are due to take place in New York on Sunday night with Wicked Games singer The Weeknd nominated for six awards, while Bella is expected to present a gong.
The pair had an on-off romance between 2015 and August 2019 – with the duo blaming their hectic work schedules for their split last year.
Image: Getty Images for People.com) Getty Images for People.com)
However, fate is bringing them back together for this weekend’s celebrations – and the pair have already crossed paths at a rehearsal on Friday evening.
The Daily Mail reports an eyewitness stating: “They played it cool and crossed paths with each other, same place, same time."
The insider went on to claim American reality star and model Bella and the Canadian pop sensation are: “on good terms.”
Image: WireImage) WireImage)
While the report explained: “supermodel Bella was spotted at the NYC shoot location the same day that Grammy-award winning artist Abel wrapped up rehearsals for his upcoming performance.”
It is unclear if Bella will be handing an award to her former lover as part of the ceremony.
Meanwhile, the VMAs will be held at various locations in New York City on Sunday night as organisers plan to put on a socially distanced compliant show.
Lady Gaga, Ariana range and Miley Cyrus are among the A List stars expected to perform at the show.
While Hollywood actress Keke Palmer is set to host the star studded event.
The awards show is set to air in the UK on Monday night via MTV.


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Staycationers face windy and 'chilly' Bank Holiday as temperatures plunge to 5C

This August Bank Holiday will see many Brits holidaying in the UK as millions avoid foreign travel over quarantine concerns .
But staycationers will have to cope with cool temperatures , with more high winds and foggy spells forecast as temperatures take a nosedive .
The gloomy weather comes after Storm Francis wreaked havoc on the country earlier this week , with those heading away this weekend also warned to expect traffic chaos after millions hit the roads on Fridays , sparking huge delays on motorways .
Latest BBC forecasts show temperatures as low as 5C in Edinburgh on Saturday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 6C in Manchester on the same evening , while London is set to have a low of 10C .
This comes just days after the UK experienced a lengthy spell of scorching hot weather , with highs of 36C in the South East .
Slightly warmer and sunnier weather should arrive from Sunday but temperatures should still struggle to exceed the late teens .
Chief Meteorologist at the Met Office Frank Saunders said : “ We ’ ve seen a real mix of weather this August - with a heatwave earlier this month @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ve had two named storms bringing very wet and windy weather across the country .
“ With high pressure on the way this weekend we ’ re going to end the month with much more settled weather , with plenty of late summer sunshine for many .
It ’ ll be a dry weekend for most areas too , though eastern areas can expect a few heavy showers on Saturday.
” Mr Saunders continued : “ It ’ ll feel quite cool despite the sunshine , as northerly winds bring below average temperatures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of around 16 to 18 Celsius .
At night it ’ ll feel really quite chilly , with temperatures dropping to single figures for most , and a chance of air frost in Scottish glens .
Deputy Chief Meteorologist Chris Tubbs , said : “ Later on Monday low-pressure will once again start to edge it ’ s way in from the Atlantic and it ’ ll turn cloudier with outbreaks of rain for Northern Ireland , with cloud and rain spreading to the rest of the UK by Tuesday .
It ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ remainder of next week as we begin meteorological Autumn , with spells of wind and strong winds at times.
” Still quite windy in eastern and southern areas , particularly along eastern coasts , where with cloud and outbreaks of rain at times feeling very cool .
Elsewhere scattered light showers and breezy though with some sunny spells .
Some showers persisting in southeastern parts of the UK otherwise mostly dry .
Winds easing from the west with a chilly night likely here and the odd fog patch possible .
A few showers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dry for the majority and with winds continuing to ease and more sunshine likely feeling warmer than Saturday .
Fine with sunny spells for all on Monday , and again for eastern areas on Tuesday .
Cloud and rain arrives across the west on Tuesday , and spreads east into Wednesday .

Temperatures will plunge to as low as 5C in the UK as the August bank holiday brings cool, windy weather just days after a scorching heatwave brought highs of 37C
This August Bank Holiday will see many Brits holidaying in the UK as millions avoid foreign travel over quarantine concerns.
But staycationers will have to cope with cool temperatures, with more high winds and foggy spells forecast as temperatures take a nosedive.
The gloomy weather comes after Storm Francis wreaked havoc on the country earlier this week, with those heading away this weekend also warned to expect traffic chaos after millions hit the roads on Fridays, sparking huge delays on motorways.
Latest BBC forecasts show temperatures as low as 5C in Edinburgh on Saturday night.
The mercury will drop to 6C in Manchester on the same evening, while London is set to have a low of 10C.
Image: Met Office) Met Office)
This comes just days after the UK experienced a lengthy spell of scorching hot weather, with highs of 36C in the South East.
Slightly warmer and sunnier weather should arrive from Sunday but temperatures should still struggle to exceed the late teens.
Image: PA) PA)
Chief Meteorologist at the Met Office Frank Saunders said: “We’ve seen a real mix of weather this August - with a heatwave earlier this month and in the last week we’ve had two named storms bringing very wet and windy weather across the country.
“With high pressure on the way this weekend we’re going to end the month with much more settled weather, with plenty of late summer sunshine for many. It’ll be a dry weekend for most areas too, though eastern areas can expect a few heavy showers on Saturday.”
Image: Newcastle Chronicle) Newcastle Chronicle) Image: SWNS) SWNS)
Mr Saunders continued: “It’ll feel quite cool despite the sunshine, as northerly winds bring below average temperatures for the time of year with highs of around 16 to 18 Celsius. At night it’ll feel really quite chilly, with temperatures dropping to single figures for most, and a chance of air frost in Scottish glens.
Deputy Chief Meteorologist Chris Tubbs, said: “Later on Monday low-pressure will once again start to edge it’s way in from the Atlantic and it’ll turn cloudier with outbreaks of rain for Northern Ireland, with cloud and rain spreading to the rest of the UK by Tuesday.
It’s likely to stay unsettled into the remainder of next week as we begin meteorological Autumn, with spells of wind and strong winds at times.”
Met Office five-day forecast
Today
Still quite windy in eastern and southern areas, particularly along eastern coasts, where with cloud and outbreaks of rain at times feeling very cool. Elsewhere scattered light showers and breezy though with some sunny spells.
Tonight
Some showers persisting in southeastern parts of the UK otherwise mostly dry. Winds easing from the west with a chilly night likely here and the odd fog patch possible.
Sunday
A few showers still to clear the southeast but otherwise dry for the majority and with winds continuing to ease and more sunshine likely feeling warmer than Saturday.
Outlook for Monday to Wednesday
Fine with sunny spells for all on Monday, and again for eastern areas on Tuesday. Cloud and rain arrives across the west on Tuesday, and spreads east into Wednesday.


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Arsenal transfer news: Houssem Aouar latest as Gunners suffer Thomas Partey blow

Arsenal ’ s transfer business is yet to really pick up speed this summer .
The Gunners have brought in experienced Brazilian winger Willian following his departure from Chelsea , while they are widely expected to win the race for Lille centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes .
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is keen to strengthen his squad after leading the club to FA Cup glory in his first half-season at the Emirates helm .
Here , we round up the latest Arsenal transfer rumours including a blow in the race to sign Thomas Partey and a twist in Dani Ceballos ’ future @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be drawn on a question regarding his future amid speculation linking him with a move away from the French club .
The Gunners are thought to be one of the sides interested in the 22-year-old , who was earlier this week called up to the senior France squad by Didier Deschamps .
When asked how difficult it would be to leave Lyon without saying goodbye to the fans given the current restrictions on supporters in stadiums , Aouar would not give much away .
`` I haven ’ t left yet .
So @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , '' he told L ’ Equipe .
Manchester City and Juventus are also credited with an interest in the midfielder .
Meanwhile , the Gunners have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey .
The Ghana international is believed to be one of Arsenal ’ s key transfer targets but a deal has failed to materialise with the north Londoners unwilling to pay his £45m buyout clause .
And it appears the 27-year-old will not be joining the Gunners this summer after his spokesperson Samuel Zigah @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ He can only leave Atletico Madrid when he 's not needed , ” he told Football360 .
“ Honestly , I wouldn ’ t want him to move to Arsenal because with Atletico , he will always play Champions League football .
“ His position is guaranteed and he will always play .
With Arsenal , I ’ m not too sure .
Arsenal fans will kill me .
“ I hope that [ he stays ] , and I ’ m sure money issues will come in , but I hope @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be able to pay.
” Dani Ceballos will snub Arsenal in favour of returning to La Liga with Real Betis , according to Mundo Deportivo .
Ceballos spent the 2019/20 season on loan at the Emirates but Arteta on Thursday admitted he was unsure over where the midfielder would be playing his football next year .
The 24-year-old is thought to be keen on returning to Betis , for whom he played between 2014 and 2017 before joining Real Madrid .
Ceballos made 36 appearances for Arsenal in all competitions , scoring @ @ @ @ @ @ @ interest in Arsenal midfielder Lucas Torreira with an offer to take the Uruguayan on loan .
Torreira was reduced to a bit-part role in the latter stages of last season having made a significant impact in his first year following his arrival from Sampdoria in 2018 .
According to La Stampa via Viola News , the Italian side have offered a loan fee of £7.6m with an obligation to buy the 24-year-old for £16m .
Roma are also said to have an interest in the Uruguay international , who impressed at Sampdoria before @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2018 .

MIKEL ARTETA ADMITS ARSENAL MAY HAVE TO OFFLOAD SOME PLAYERS TO BALANCE BOOKS
MIKEL ARTETA ADMITS ARSENAL MAY HAVE TO OFFLOAD SOME PLAYERS TO BALANCE BOOKS
The latest transfer gossip from the Emirates as Mikel Arteta continues the search for players who can improve Arsenal ahead of new Premier League campaign
Arsenal’s transfer business is yet to really pick up speed this summer.
The Gunners have brought in experienced Brazilian winger Willian following his departure from Chelsea, while they are widely expected to win the race for Lille centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is keen to strengthen his squad after leading the club to FA Cup glory in his first half-season at the Emirates helm.
Here, we round up the latest Arsenal transfer rumours including a blow in the race to sign Thomas Partey and a twist in Dani Ceballos’ future.
Aouar coy on future
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Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar refused to be drawn on a question regarding his future amid speculation linking him with a move away from the French club.
The Gunners are thought to be one of the sides interested in the 22-year-old, who was earlier this week called up to the senior France squad by Didier Deschamps.
When asked how difficult it would be to leave Lyon without saying goodbye to the fans given the current restrictions on supporters in stadiums, Aouar would not give much away.
"I haven’t left yet. So I haven’t asked this question," he told L’Equipe.
Manchester City and Juventus are also credited with an interest in the midfielder.
Partey blow for Gunners
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Meanwhile, the Gunners have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey.
The Ghana international is believed to be one of Arsenal’s key transfer targets but a deal has failed to materialise with the north Londoners unwilling to pay his £45m buyout clause.
And it appears the 27-year-old will not be joining the Gunners this summer after his spokesperson Samuel Zigah poured cold water over recent speculation.
“He can only leave Atletico Madrid when he's not needed,” he told Football360.
“Honestly, I wouldn’t want him to move to Arsenal because with Atletico, he will always play Champions League football.
“His position is guaranteed and he will always play. With Arsenal, I’m not too sure. Arsenal fans will kill me.
“I hope that [he stays], and I’m sure money issues will come in, but I hope that whatever he asks for, Atletico will be able to pay.”
Ceballos set to snub Arsenal for Spain return
Image: Pool via REUTERS) Pool via REUTERS)
Dani Ceballos will snub Arsenal in favour of returning to La Liga with Real Betis, according to Mundo Deportivo.
Ceballos spent the 2019/20 season on loan at the Emirates but Arteta on Thursday admitted he was unsure over where the midfielder would be playing his football next year.
The 24-year-old is thought to be keen on returning to Betis, for whom he played between 2014 and 2017 before joining Real Madrid.
Ceballos made 36 appearances for Arsenal in all competitions, scoring twice.
Fiorentina in Torreira bid
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Fiorentina have stepped up their interest in Arsenal midfielder Lucas Torreira with an offer to take the Uruguayan on loan.
Torreira was reduced to a bit-part role in the latter stages of last season having made a significant impact in his first year following his arrival from Sampdoria in 2018.
According to La Stampa via Viola News, the Italian side have offered a loan fee of £7.6m with an obligation to buy the 24-year-old for £16m.
Roma are also said to have an interest in the Uruguay international, who impressed at Sampdoria before joining Arsenal in a £26m deal in 2018.


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Man Utd star Mason Greenwood sparks dating rumours with two Love Island beauties

Man United star Mason Greenwood has sparked rumours he could be romancing one of two Love Island stars after being spotted out with Georgia Steel and Joanna Chimonides .
The 18-year-old football star was spotted with 22-year-old 2018 Love Island contestant Georgia and 23-year-old 2019 contestant Joanna .
The trio set tongues wagging when they were spotted together at a West London bar last weekend – with onlookers revealing they were getting on like a house on fire .
The Sun has suggested the ladies made a beeline for the United star while spotting him out with a group of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ particular looked keen to make a big impression on the footballer .
An onlooker told the publication : “ Georgia was proper on the prowl that evening and went over to Mason and his group of mates .
“ Mason really hit it off with them , especially Georgia .
They flirted and then exchanged numbers .
“ Joanna and Georgia didn ’ t turn up together but they are mates having been on the show , although not on the same series , but made a night of it.
” Georgia famously @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for her catchphrase “ I ’ m loyal ” as she pitched herself as top girlfriend material on the ITV reality romance show .
While Joanna featured on the same series as winner Amber Gill – and ruffled feathers when she got caught in a love triangle with muscled hunk Michael Griffiths .
A source close to Georgia appeared to try to pour cold water on rumours of romance , telling The Sun : “ Georgia was just out with a group of friends enjoying a meal on Saturday evening.
” The Yorkshire @ @ @ @ @ @ @ once in her search for romance .
As well as featuring on Love Island in 2018 , she has appeared on Celebs Go Dating in 2019 .
While later that year she featured on Ex on the Beach : Peak of Love on MTV .
Meanwhile , Joanna has enjoyed love with a sportsman in the past – previously dating footballer , and recent Chelsea signing , Ben Chigwell in 2017 .

The Manchester United footballer star was spotted looking close to Love Island stars Georgia Steel and Joanna Chimonides on a night out in West London last weekend
Man United star Mason Greenwood has sparked rumours he could be romancing one of two Love Island stars after being spotted out with Georgia Steel and Joanna Chimonides.
The 18-year-old football star was spotted with 22-year-old 2018 Love Island contestant Georgia and 23-year-old 2019 contestant Joanna.
The trio set tongues wagging when they were spotted together at a West London bar last weekend – with onlookers revealing they were getting on like a house on fire.
The Sun has suggested the ladies made a beeline for the United star while spotting him out with a group of friends, and hints that Georgia in particular looked keen to make a big impression on the footballer.
Image: Manchester United via Getty Imag) Manchester United via Getty Imag)
An onlooker told the publication: “Georgia was proper on the prowl that evening and went over to Mason and his group of mates.
“Mason really hit it off with them, especially Georgia. They flirted and then exchanged numbers.
“Joanna and Georgia didn’t turn up together but they are mates having been on the show, although not on the same series, but made a night of it.”
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Georgia famously featured on Love Island – gaining popularity for her catchphrase “I’m loyal” as she pitched herself as top girlfriend material on the ITV reality romance show.
While Joanna featured on the same series as winner Amber Gill – and ruffled feathers when she got caught in a love triangle with muscled hunk Michael Griffiths.
A source close to Georgia appeared to try to pour cold water on rumours of romance, telling The Sun: “Georgia was just out with a group of friends enjoying a meal on Saturday evening.”
The Yorkshire lass has turned to television more than once in her search for romance.
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As well as featuring on Love Island in 2018, she has appeared on Celebs Go Dating in 2019.
While later that year she featured on Ex on the Beach: Peak of Love on MTV.
Meanwhile, Joanna has enjoyed love with a sportsman in the past – previously dating footballer, and recent Chelsea signing, Ben Chigwell in 2017.


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Michelle Obama 'devastated' by Jacob Blake shooting as thousands attend rally

Michelle Obama says she is devastated by the shootings in Kenosha , Wisconsin , as thousands marched on Washington at a historic civil rights rally .
The former First Lady added that she is “ exhausted and frustrated ” at the trauma of black and brown people in the US .
She condemned the shooting of Jacob Blake , shot seven times in the back by police in front of his children , as well as the shooting of three p eople allegedly by a 17-year-old boy at the protests that followed .
“ I ’ m just devastated by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wrote .
“ Like so many of you , I ’ m exhausted and frustrated right now .
It ’ s a weight that I know Black and Brown people all across the country are shouldering once again .
And we ’ re so often left wondering how things will get better.
” Her comments come as thousands attended a civil rights rally in Washington to denounce racism on the anniversary of Martin Luther King 's famous `` I Have a Dream '' speech .
Nationwide protests in the US began in May @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Floyd , an African-American man who died after Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin kneeled on his neck for nearly nine minutes .
This week , protests broke out in Kenosha , Wisconsin , after police officers shot another African-American man , Jacob Blake , multiple times in front of his children .
Though Blake survived , lawyers said he has been paralysed .
`` We will not be your docile slave .
We will not be a footstool to oppression , '' said Letetra Widman , Blake 's sister .
George Floyd 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stage as well and at times stopped to collect himself , apparently overcome with emotion .
`` I wish George was here to see this , '' he said .
`` You might have killed the dreamer , but you ca n't kill the dream , '' civil rights leader Reverend Al Sharpton told Friday 's crowd .
Activists and politicians gave speeches , including Democratic vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris , who appeared in a recorded video .
Many referenced U.S. Representative John Lewis , a civil rights hero who spoke at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Speakers stressed the importance of voting in November 's election and links between activism for Black civil rights , disability rights and LGBT rights and against gun violence , among other causes .
`` In so many ways , we stand together today in the symbolic shadow of history , but we are making history together right now , '' said Martin Luther King III , Martin Luther King Jr 's son .
The half-mile march from the Lincoln Memorial to the Martin Luther King Memorial , on a hot , humid @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the shooting of Mr Blake by police stoked racial tensions again in the country .

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The former US First Lady said the shootings of Jacob Blake and protesters in the aftermath of the incident have left her "exhausted and frustrated" at the trauma of black people in the US
Michelle Obama says she is devastated by the shootings in Kenosha, Wisconsin, as thousands marched on Washington at a historic civil rights rally.
The former First Lady added that she is “exhausted and frustrated” at the trauma of black and brown people in the US.
She condemned the shooting of Jacob Blake, shot seven times in the back by police in front of his children, as well as the shooting of three p eople allegedly by a 17-year-old boy at the protests that followed.
“I’m just devastated by the shootings in Kenosha,” she wrote. “Like so many of you, I’m exhausted and frustrated right now. It’s a weight that I know Black and Brown people all across the country are shouldering once again. And we’re so often left wondering how things will get better.”
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Her comments come as thousands attended a civil rights rally in Washington to denounce racism on the anniversary of Martin Luther King's famous "I Have a Dream" speech.
Nationwide protests in the US began in May, sparked by the killing of George Floyd, an African-American man who died after Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin kneeled on his neck for nearly nine minutes.
This week, protests broke out in Kenosha, Wisconsin, after police officers shot another African-American man, Jacob Blake, multiple times in front of his children.
Though Blake survived, lawyers said he has been paralysed.
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"We will not be your docile slave. We will not be a footstool to oppression," said Letetra Widman, Blake's sister.
George Floyd's brother, Philonise Floyd, appeared on stage as well and at times stopped to collect himself, apparently overcome with emotion.
"I wish George was here to see this," he said.
"You might have killed the dreamer, but you can't kill the dream," civil rights leader Reverend Al Sharpton told Friday's crowd.
Activists and politicians gave speeches, including Democratic vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris, who appeared in a recorded video.
Many referenced U.S. Representative John Lewis, a civil rights hero who spoke at the 1963 march and died in July.
Speakers stressed the importance of voting in November's election and links between activism for Black civil rights, disability rights and LGBT rights and against gun violence,
among other causes.
"In so many ways, we stand together today in the symbolic shadow of history, but we are making history together right now," said Martin Luther King III, Martin Luther King Jr's son.
The half-mile march from the Lincoln Memorial to the Martin Luther King Memorial, on a hot, humid day in the US capital comes after the shooting of Mr Blake by police stoked racial tensions again in the country.


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Carragher explains why Liverpool 'won't go anywhere near' Lionel Messi transfer

Jamie Carragher has outlined why Liverpool 'wo n't go anywhere near ' Lionel Messi as anticipation builds over the superstar 's potential exit from Barcelona .
Manchester City appear to lead the race , with one report from Argentina having claimed on Friday that Messi has already agreed terms with Pep Guardiola 's side .
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp said he would love to sign Messi when quizzed about the Barca forward ahead of Saturday 's Community Shield clash against Arsenal .
But Klopp insisted the Premier League champions have `` no chance '' of landing the Argentine ace because @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Carragher agrees .
`` I don ’ t think Liverpool will go anywhere near that situation , '' the former Reds defender told Sky Sports .
`` Financially , number one , but also because of the way Liverpool play .
`` City are more technical and that would suit Messi a bit more . ''
As well as City , Messi has been linked with Inter Milan , while Juventus have also joined the race , according to L'Équipe .
But Carragher hopes to see him play in the Premier League - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ boss Guardiola is the only option .
Asked whether Messi could join a Premier League team , Carragher said : `` I hope so , I would love to see Messi in the Premier League .
`` I want to watch him , I want to analyse him .
The obvious place , the only place he can really go [ in England ] is Manchester City , with the history he ’ s got with the manager and the financial clout the club have got . ''
Carragher added : `` But @ @ @ @ @ @ @ line with the figures involved , I ’ m not too sure .
It ’ s mind-boggling . ''
Argentine journalist Veronica Brunati , cited by Live Soccer TV , has claimed that Messi has already agreed personal terms with City .
The report came after Klopp admitted he would like to see how Messi fared in the Premier League - even if it was n't for Liverpool .
`` Yeah , who does n't want Messi in their team ? ''
said the Reds boss .
`` But no chance .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But ... good player to be honest ! ''
Will Manchester City land Lionel Messi ?
Have your say here On the prospect of City signing the six-times Ballon d'Or winner , Klopp added : `` It will obviously help Man City and make it more difficult to beat them .
`` For the Premier League , it would be great , that would help , but I am not sure the Premier League needs that boost .
`` He 's never played in another league .
Football is different here .
I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sure I will . ''

One report on Friday claimed Messi had already agreed personal terms with Man City - and after Jurgen Klopp said Liverpool had 'no chance' of landing him, Carragher has outlined why
Jamie Carragher explains why Liverpool won't 'go anywhere near' Lionel Messi transfer
Jamie Carragher has outlined why Liverpool 'won't go anywhere near' Lionel Messi as anticipation builds over the superstar's potential exit from Barcelona.
Manchester City appear to lead the race, with one report from Argentina having claimed on Friday that Messi has already agreed terms with Pep Guardiola's side.
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp said he would love to sign Messi when quizzed about the Barca forward ahead of Saturday's Community Shield clash against Arsenal.
But Klopp insisted the Premier League champions have "no chance" of landing the Argentine ace because of the huge finances involved - and Carragher agrees.
"I don’t think Liverpool will go anywhere near that situation," the former Reds defender told Sky Sports.
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"Financially, number one, but also because of the way Liverpool play.
"City are more technical and that would suit Messi a bit more."
As well as City, Messi has been linked with Inter Milan, while Juventus have also joined the race, according to L'Équipe .
But Carragher hopes to see him play in the Premier League - and reckons a reunion with former Barca boss Guardiola is the only option.
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Asked whether Messi could join a Premier League team, Carragher said: "I hope so, I would love to see Messi in the Premier League.
"I want to watch him, I want to analyse him. The obvious place, the only place he can really go [in England] is Manchester City, with the history he’s got with the manager and the financial clout the club have got."
Carragher added: "But how you get that deal across the line with the figures involved, I’m not too sure. It’s mind-boggling."
Argentine journalist Veronica Brunati, cited by Live Soccer TV, has claimed that Messi has already agreed personal terms with City.
The report came after Klopp admitted he would like to see how Messi fared in the Premier League - even if it wasn't for Liverpool.
"Yeah, who doesn't want Messi in their team?" said the Reds boss.
"But no chance. The numbers are absolutely not for us. But... good player to be honest!"
Will Manchester City land Lionel Messi? Have your say here
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On the prospect of City signing the six-times Ballon d'Or winner, Klopp added: "It will obviously help Man City and make it more difficult to beat them.
"For the Premier League, it would be great, that would help, but I am not sure the Premier League needs that boost.
"He's never played in another league. Football is different here. I'd like to see it. Not sure I will."


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Daisy Ridley career stalls after Star Wars as rejected from 'loads of auditions'

Daisy Ridley says she has struggled to secure any work since starring in the Star Wars film franchise .
The 28-year-old actress became a hero to millions around the world when she was cast as brave scavenger-turned-Jedi Rey in The Force Awakens in 2015 .
She reprised her role in the 2017 sequel , The Last Jedi , and completed her work in the Star Wars saga by appearing in the 2019 blockbuster The Rise of Skywalker – both films receiving mixed reviews .
But despite being the face of a multi billion dollar franchise , the British star revealed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no one would hire her following the release of The Rise of Skywalker .
Opening up to Entertainment Weekly , Daisy explained : “ Weirdly , at the beginning of the year nothing was coming through .
I was like , 'Aww !
No one wants to employ me . '
“ There were actually loads of things that I auditioned for at the beginning of the year and did n't get any of them .
“ I had that moment of 'Oh my god ! '
and then just thought 'everything in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was plucked from relative obscurity in 2014 after landing her Star Wars role after impressing bosses at an audition .
She received critical acclaim for her role when the film debuted in cinemas the following Christmas .
Currently , the TV and film industries are largely in lockdown as the coronavirus pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the world .
Daisy ’ s upcoming film , Chaos Walking , co-starring Spider-Man star Tom Holland and directed by The Bourne Identity ’ s director Doug Liman , has been heavily delayed .
Originally filmed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for release way back in March 2019 , but the release date was moved to account for reshoots .
The sci-fi drama – based on Patrick Ness 's 2008 novel The Knife of Never Letting Go – should hit cinemas from 22 January 2021 .

The British actress saw work dry up following the release of last years' divisive conclusion Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker – despite making billions at the box office
Daisy Ridley career stalled after Star Wars as she was rejected from 'loads of auditions'
Daisy Ridley says she has struggled to secure any work since starring in the Star Wars film franchise.
The 28-year-old actress became a hero to millions around the world when she was cast as brave scavenger-turned-Jedi Rey in The Force Awakens in 2015.
She reprised her role in the 2017 sequel, The Last Jedi, and completed her work in the Star Wars saga by appearing in the 2019 blockbuster The Rise of Skywalker – both films receiving mixed reviews.
But despite being the face of a multi billion dollar franchise, the British star revealed she had her confidence rattled when literally no one would hire her following the release of The Rise of Skywalker.
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Opening up to Entertainment Weekly, Daisy explained: “Weirdly, at the beginning of the year nothing was coming through. I was like, 'Aww! No one wants to employ me.'
“There were actually loads of things that I auditioned for at the beginning of the year and didn't get any of them.
“I had that moment of 'Oh my god!' and then just thought 'everything in its right time’.”
Image: Lucasfilm Ltd.) Lucasfilm Ltd.)
Daisy was plucked from relative obscurity in 2014 after landing her Star Wars role after impressing bosses at an audition.
She received critical acclaim for her role when the film debuted in cinemas the following Christmas.
Currently, the TV and film industries are largely in lockdown as the coronavirus pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the world.
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Daisy’s upcoming film, Chaos Walking, co-starring Spider-Man star Tom Holland and directed by The Bourne Identity’s director Doug Liman, has been heavily delayed.
Originally filmed in 2017, the movie was due for release way back in March 2019, but the release date was moved to account for reshoots.
The sci-fi drama – based on Patrick Ness's 2008 novel The Knife of Never Letting Go – should hit cinemas from 22 January 2021.


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Matt Hancock warns UK could again face nationwide coronavirus lockdown measures

Matt Hancock has warned the UK a return of nationwide lockdown measures this winter remains a possibility .
The Health Secretary issued the stark warning as he said other countries were already experiencing a `` second wave '' and that one can not be ruled out here .
The UK has so far resisted the reimposition of any national measures since lockdown started to ease in May .
Instead local measures have been implemented in Leicester , the North West and parts of Yorkshire .
But Mr Hancock said a national approach again can not be ruled out , speaking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the full return of schools next week may make curbing transmission harder .
Speaking to The Times , Mr Hancock said countries in others parts of the world were already experiencing a second wave , adding it was `` a very serious threat '' .
But he said the UK was managing to keep the number of new cases `` flat '' through the test and trace system and local lockdowns .
Describing the worst-case scenario , he said the UK could be battling bad flu and a growth in coronavirus as people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` Cases go up again , and we have to use very extensive local lockdowns or take further national action .
`` We do n't rule that out , but we do n't want to see it . ''
His comments come as local Covid-19 restrictions were eased in northern England , which will allow social gatherings between two homes from Wednesday in Bolton , Stockport , Trafford , Burnley , Hyndburn and parts of Bradford , Calderdale and Kirklees .
Mr Hancock told The Times that a second wave could be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' , with schools reopening next week presenting new challenges in stopping the spread of the virus .
In an interview with ITV News , Mr Hancock said : `` We 're doing a huge amount of planning to make sure that the NHS is prepared and can cope to make sure that people can have as much freedom to enjoy Christmas , to enjoy winter , as possible . ''
But when asked whether there will be special rules to allow more people to visit one another over Christmas , Mr Hancock @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the number of people catching the virus .
`` The danger of a rule like that is that it increases the spread of the disease , '' he said .
`` I mean , there are an awful lot of things I 'd love to be able to do , but the risk of them is that we see an uptick in the disease .
`` Hence , we 've had to take decisions that you would n't ever want to . ''
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday that schools @ @ @ @ @ @ @ every pupil to return to the classroom .
`` The evidence is overwhelming that it is in the interest of the wellbeing and the health of children , young people , pupils , to be back in school rather than missing out any more , '' he said .
`` So , it is the healthy , safe thing to do . ''
Schools could adopt `` rota systems '' in local lockdown zones where pupils have a two weeks on , two weeks off calendar .
Entire year groups , meanwhile , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just one child catches coronavirus under fresh government guidance published late on Friday .

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How safe is it for children to return to England’s schools?
How safe is it for children to return to England’s schools?
The Health Secretary has said that nationwide restrictions to curb coronavirus cases cannot be ruled out this winter as a leaked SAGE report claims there could be 85,000 deaths in the UK this winter
Matt Hancock has warned the UK a return of nationwide lockdown measures this winter remains a possibility.
The Health Secretary issued the stark warning as he said other countries were already experiencing a "second wave" and that one cannot be ruled out here.
It comes as a leaked SAGE report reveals there could be as many as 85,000 coronavirus deaths in the UK this winter.
The UK has so far resisted the reimposition of any national measures since lockdown started to ease in May.
Instead local measures have been implemented in Leicester, the North West and parts of Yorkshire.
But Mr Hancock said a national approach again cannot be ruled out, speaking as fears continue to be raised that the full return of schools next week may make curbing transmission harder.
Image: 10 Downing Street/AFP via Getty) 10 Downing Street/AFP via Getty)
Speaking to The Times, Mr Hancock said countries in others parts of the world were already experiencing a second wave, adding it was "a very serious threat".
But he said the UK was managing to keep the number of new cases "flat" through the test and trace system and local lockdowns.
Describing the worst-case scenario, he said the UK could be battling bad flu and a growth in coronavirus as people spend more time indoors.
He continued: "Cases go up again, and we have to use very extensive local lockdowns or take further national action.
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"We don't rule that out, but we don't want to see it."
His comments come as local Covid-19 restrictions were eased in northern England, which will allow social gatherings between two homes from Wednesday in Bolton, Stockport, Trafford, Burnley, Hyndburn and parts of Bradford, Calderdale and Kirklees.
Mr Hancock told The Times that a second wave could be "avoidable but it's not easy", with schools reopening next week presenting new challenges in stopping the spread of the virus.
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In an interview with ITV News, Mr Hancock said: "We're doing a huge amount of planning to make sure that the NHS is prepared and can cope to make sure that people can have as much freedom to enjoy Christmas, to enjoy winter, as possible."
But when asked whether there will be special rules to allow more people to visit one another over Christmas, Mr Hancock suggested it could lead to a rise in the number of people catching the virus.
"The danger of a rule like that is that it increases the spread of the disease," he said.
"I mean, there are an awful lot of things I'd love to be able to do, but the risk of them is that we see an uptick in the disease.
"Hence, we've had to take decisions that you wouldn't ever want to."
It comes as the leaked SAGE document outlined what it described as a "reasonable worst-case scenario" this winter.
It said there could be 81,000 coronavirus deaths in England and Wales, 2,600 in Scotland and 1,900 in Northern Ireland, reports BBC Newsnight.
The leaked report, compiled by the government's scientific advisory committee, also says that more restrictions could be reintroduced but schools were likely to remain open.
The report aims to prepare healthcare and council services for all eventualities and it stresses the details are "scenarios not predictions".
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But critics say the modelling and some of the assumptions may already be out of date.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday that schools were safe to attend as he encouraged every pupil to return to the classroom.
"The evidence is overwhelming that it is in the interest of the wellbeing and the health of children, young people, pupils, to be back in school rather than missing out any more," he said.
"So, it is the healthy, safe thing to do."
Schools could adopt "rota systems" in local lockdown zones where pupils have a two weeks on, two weeks off calendar.
Entire year groups, meanwhile, could be sent home to isolate if just one child catches coronavirus under fresh government guidance published late on Friday.
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As of August 28, there have been 41,486 lives lost in the UK from coronavirus, although the number of excess deaths over the course of the pandemic is more than 60,000.
SAGE's latest prediction assumes that schools will stay open and that the government's tracing, isolation, and quarantine measures will only be 40% effective in cutting the spread outside households.
It also suggests that by November restrictions to mitigate coronavirus - other than school closures - could be put in place.
According to the report these measures might be expected to remain in place until March 2021.
Nigel Edwards, chief executive of the Nuffield Trust health think tank, told the BBC the report had "very wide ranges" of scenarios which make it "quite difficult for people to work out exactly what they should be doing".
Professor Heneghan said these centralised big picture models were "unhelpful" and better local surveillance data was needed.
In response to Friday's leaked report, a UK government spokesperson said: "As a responsible government we have been planning and continue to prepare for a wide range of scenarios, including the reasonable worst case scenario.
"Our planning is not a forecast or prediction of what will happen. It reflects a responsible government ensuring we are ready for all eventualities."