thedailymirror--2020-05-31--Ashley Stock was thankful for quarantine before 3-year-old daughter death

Social media influencer Ashley Stock was grateful for the coronavirus lockdown before her three-year-old daughter lost her battle with brain cancer .
The blogger 's little girl Stevie Lynn , took her final breath on Wednesday and Ashley , who blogs under the name Little Miss Momma , shared the devastating news with her followers on Friday in a tear-jerking Instagram post .
Ashley had been sharing updates throughout her daughter 's tragic battle with a rare brain tumour , which has a 0 % survival rate and before Stevie passed away the heartbroken mother admitted that she was thankful @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Five weeks ago , when the coronavirus pandemic took hold in America - where Ashley lives - she penned a heartfelt message onto her second Instagram business page breathe and bloom essentials where she told that she had been missing normal activities due to quarantine .
She then added that she was glad and grateful to be inside the `` safe little bubble '' with her daughter .
Ashley typed alongside a photo of her cuddling gorgeous Stevie : `` A little over a week ago i was complaining about quarantine , how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to movies .
`` A week ago i was longing for a date night and a beach day .
I was missing watching Sawyer ’ s baseball games and Wesleys play practices and i couldn ’ t wait to go shopping for Stevie ’ s Spring wardrobe since she had grown out of most her clothes .
`` This week I ’ m holding my daughter extra close and having trouble imagining ever venturing outside of our safe little bubble .
Since we got the news about Stevie ’ s brain tumor ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has become a series of emotional breakdowns and waves of immense gratitude and love .
. ''
She then went on to thank her social media followers for being there for her and her famil .
Ashley continued : `` This community , YOU , are not by accident .
Two years ago , I said yes to more than oils .
I said yes to a lifetime of relationships , support , embracing , laughing til it hurts , ugly crying , celebrating , encouraging and authentic , deep friendships built on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ You all have shown up for our family in ways I ’ ll never be able to measure .
And throughout this heartache , i have quite literally felt your fervent prayers flood over me in my moments of utter grief .
Please know that the love you ’ re sending our way is landing on our hearts when we need it most .
.
`` While I ’ ll most certainly be soaking up every single cherished moment we have with our sweet baby girl , I ’ ll also be showing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sharing what i love and updates on our little crew—because this space has become my safe place to land and so many of you are my shoulder to cry on .
# stevielynnstock # starsforstevie . ''
On Friday Ashley shared on social media that Stevie passed away .
Sharing pictures and video of Stevie , she wrote : `` Stevie Lynn Stock 3 years old .
`` At 1:05pm on May 27th , Stevie took her final breath in our arms .
There have been many miracles and countless God moments that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my heart has strength .
`` For now , I ’ m overwhelmed with relief that she ’ s at peace but I ’ m also feeling crushed by a pain so intense i can ’ t put it into words .
I let it out a bit at a time , like when you gently twist the lid off a liter soda bottle ... releasing the built up pressure a little at a time to keep it from exploding all over the place .
`` I guess it ’ s like that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on my grief gently .
Because if i release it all at once , i don ’ t see how i could possibly survive .
Gentleness has been my most effective approach on grief these last months , gentleness for myself and for all the beloved mourners by my side .
`` We have complete faith in there being a greater purpose of this tragedy ( and it ’ s already unfolding through your stories of renewed hope ) , but unfortunately , faith is not a “ get out of pain free @ @ @ @ @ @ @ okay .
`` I don ’ t know how to do this , so for now we ’ ll continue one day at a time held by the grace of God , the support of loved ones and the prayers of strangers who have become friends . ''
Stevie was hospitalised on April 11 , and doctors discovered she had a `` large mass on her brain '' .
Ashley said at the time : `` I don ’ t have words .
Last night our almost three year old daughter , Stevie @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rapidly declining motor function .
`` After several tests , a social worker came and escorted me to a private room where 4 doctors sat waiting .
My stomach sank as I accepted the box of tissues handed to me and they delivered the news that our sweet baby girl has a large mass on her brain . ''
Ashley also shares sons Wesley , 10 , and Sawyer , seven , with husband Ben , who stayed home with the boys during the heartbreaking diagnosis as coronavirus restrictions meant that only one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Just two days later , the couple were told that Steve 's tumour was a `` form of cancer called DIPG ( diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma ) .
And it had a 0 % survival rate '' .
The tumour , found in the brainstem , typically presents itself in children between the ages of five and seven .
Ashley posted at the time : `` We are shattered .
Broken .
Gutted .
We will be spending the rest of the week in the hospital to discuss treatments that will make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Then we will be headed home where she can be comfortable with her brothers and puppies and we can cherish our sweet girl and heal as a family . ''
The family celebrated Stevie 's third birthday just days before her tragic death .
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Social media influencer Ashley Stock was grateful for the coronavirus lockdown before her three-year-old daughter lost her battle with brain cancer.
The blogger's little girl Stevie Lynn, took her final breath on Wednesday and Ashley, who blogs under the name Little Miss Momma, shared the devastating news with her followers on Friday in a tear-jerking Instagram post.
Ashley had been sharing updates throughout her daughter's tragic battle with a rare brain tumour, which has a 0% survival rate and before Stevie passed away the heartbroken mother admitted that she was thankful for being quarantined with her tot.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Five weeks ago, when the coronavirus pandemic took hold in America - where Ashley lives - she penned a heartfelt message onto her second Instagram business page breathe and bloom essentials where she told that she had been missing normal activities due to quarantine.
She then added that she was glad and grateful to be inside the "safe little bubble" with her daughter.
Ashley typed alongside a photo of her cuddling gorgeous Stevie: "A little over a week ago i was complaining about quarantine, how much i missed eating out and going to movies.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
"A week ago i was longing for a date night and a beach day. I was missing watching Sawyer’s baseball games and Wesleys play practices and i couldn’t wait to go shopping for Stevie’s Spring wardrobe since she had grown out of most her clothes.
"This week I’m holding my daughter extra close and having trouble imagining ever venturing outside of our safe little bubble. Since we got the news about Stevie’s brain tumor (updates on @littlemissmomma ), life has become a series of emotional breakdowns and waves of immense gratitude and love. ."
She then went on to thank her social media followers for being there for her and her famil.
Ashley continued: "This community, YOU, are not by accident. Two years ago, I said yes to more than oils. I said yes to a lifetime of relationships, support, embracing, laughing til it hurts, ugly crying, celebrating, encouraging and authentic, deep friendships built on showing up for each other.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
"You all have shown up for our family in ways I’ll never be able to measure. And throughout this heartache, i have quite literally felt your fervent prayers flood over me in my moments of utter grief. Please know that the love you’re sending our way is landing on our hearts when we need it most. .
"While I’ll most certainly be soaking up every single cherished moment we have with our sweet baby girl, I’ll also be showing up here when my heart allows, sharing what i love and updates on our little crew—because this space has become my safe place to land and so many of you are my shoulder to cry on. #stevielynnstock #starsforstevie."
On Friday Ashley shared on social media that Stevie passed away.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Sharing pictures and video of Stevie, she wrote: "Stevie Lynn Stock 3 years old.
"Seed Planter. Miracle Maker. Light Giver. Heart Healer. Blue eyed, dimpled smile, curly haired forever baby girl. Adored little sister, daughter and friend.
"At 1:05pm on May 27th, Stevie took her final breath in our arms. There have been many miracles and countless God moments that I’ll put into words when my heart has strength.
"For now, I’m overwhelmed with relief that she’s at peace but I’m also feeling crushed by a pain so intense i can’t put it into words. I let it out a bit at a time, like when you gently twist the lid off a liter soda bottle...releasing the built up pressure a little at a time to keep it from exploding all over the place.
"I guess it’s like that. I’m twisting the lid on my grief gently. Because if i release it all at once, i don’t see how i could possibly survive. Gentleness has been my most effective approach on grief these last months, gentleness for myself and for all the beloved mourners by my side.
"We have complete faith in there being a greater purpose of this tragedy (and it’s already unfolding through your stories of renewed hope), but unfortunately, faith is not a “get out of pain free” card, and that’s okay.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
"I don’t know how to do this, so for now we’ll continue one day at a time held by the grace of God, the support of loved ones and the prayers of strangers who have become friends."
Stevie was hospitalised on April 11, and doctors discovered she had a "large mass on her brain".
Ashley said at the time: "I don’t have words. Last night our almost three year old daughter, Stevie was admitted to the hospital due to rapidly declining motor function.
"After several tests, a social worker came and escorted me to a private room where 4 doctors sat waiting. My stomach sank as I accepted the box of tissues handed to me and they delivered the news that our sweet baby girl has a large mass on her brain."
Ashley also shares sons Wesley, 10, and Sawyer, seven, with husband Ben, who stayed home with the boys during the heartbreaking diagnosis as coronavirus restrictions meant that only one parent could accompany Stevie to the hopsital.
Just two days later, the couple were told that Steve's tumour was a "form of cancer called DIPG (diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma). And it had a 0% survival rate".
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
The tumour, found in the brainstem, typically presents itself in children between the ages of five and seven.
Ashley posted at the time: "We are shattered. Broken. Gutted. We will be spending the rest of the week in the hospital to discuss treatments that will make the rest of her life more comfortable. Then we will be headed home where she can be comfortable with her brothers and puppies and we can cherish our sweet girl and heal as a family."
The family celebrated Stevie's third birthday just days before her tragic death.
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thedailymirror--2020-06-01--Noel Gallagher 'graffitied No 10 portrait of Thatcher with Hitler moustache'

Noel Gallagher drew a Hitler moustache on a portrait of Margaret Thatcher inside Number 10 Downing Street , his old press officer claims .
The 53-year-old rock singer was a guest of former Prime Minister Tony Blair during a function at the most famous house in Britain after Labour swept to power in 1997 .
Past reports have already suggested Noel got up to no good by taking drugs while in Number 10 , but now it seems he got up to even more mischief .
Oasis press officer Johnny Hopkins claims the singer picked up a pen and graffitied @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Thatcher who was Prime Minister between 1979 and 1990 .
Johnny told The Sun : “ I felt that sense of triumph at getting the Tories out and Labour in , but I still had a bad feeling they would not be everything we hoped for and that people would see Oasis as part of the establishment .
“ Maybe it was worth it just for that.
” Last year , Noel hinted he took drugs while at the same Downing St party .
In his book , Don ’ t Look Back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Did I do coke in there ?
I ’ m saying f**k all .
I ’ ve got three kids now.
” Noel recently revealed his drug taking got “ out of control ” in the 1990s , and even saw him hospitalised .
He said earlier last month : “ It was from 1995 til 1998 .
That was my crazy years .
“ I did have to check into hospital once .
I was in Detroit as a matter of fact and imagine having the psychosis and having to have to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t understand a word you are saying because of your accent and you are like ‘ I think I am on my way out ’ .
”

The former Oasis singer got up to a bit of mischief while he was a guest of former Prime Minister Tony Blair at Number 10 Downing Street in 1997 at a 'cool Britannia' event
Noel Gallagher drew a Hitler moustache on a portrait of Margaret Thatcher inside Number 10 Downing Street, his old press officer claims.
The 53-year-old rock singer was a guest of former Prime Minister Tony Blair during a function at the most famous house in Britain after Labour swept to power in 1997.
Past reports have already suggested Noel got up to no good by taking drugs while in Number 10, but now it seems he got up to even more mischief.
Oasis press officer Johnny Hopkins claims the singer picked up a pen and graffitied on a portrait of the late Baroness Thatcher who was Prime Minister between 1979 and 1990.
Image: ExpressStar) ExpressStar)
Johnny told The Sun: “I felt that sense of triumph at getting the Tories out and Labour in, but I still had a bad feeling they would not be everything we hoped for and that people would see Oasis as part of the establishment.
“Noel scrawled a Hitler moustache on a framed photograph of Margaret Thatcher.
“Maybe it was worth it just for that.”
Image: PA Archive/PA Images) PA Archive/PA Images)
Last year, Noel hinted he took drugs while at the same Downing St party.
In his book, Don’t Look Back In Anger, he wrote: “Did I do coke in there? I’m saying f**k all. I’ve got three kids now.”
Noel recently revealed his drug taking got “out of control” in the 1990s, and even saw him hospitalised.
Image: Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images) Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images)
He said earlier last month: “It was from 1995 til 1998. That was my crazy years.
“I did have to check into hospital once. I was in Detroit as a matter of fact and imagine having the psychosis and having to have to go to hospital.
“They don’t understand a word you are saying because of your accent and you are like ‘I think I am on my way out’.”


thedailymirror--2020-06-01--David Moyes 'rejected opportunity' to sign Paul Pogba for Man Utd in 2013

David Moyes turned down the opportunity to bring Paul Pogba back to Manchester United in 2013 .
The Scot succeeded Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford but lasted just eight months before he was axed .
Poor recruitment in the summer no doubt contributed to Moyes ' downfall in Manchester with Marouane Fellaini the only arrival .
United had identified Pogba but Cesc Fabregas became their prime target with Executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward heading home from the club ’ s tour of Australia to negotiate a deal .
The Red Devils and Barcelona were unable to agree a transfer for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ move to Chelsea 12 months later and win the Premier League title in his first season at Stamford Bridge .
Moyes was made to ponder what might have been having turned his nose up at Pogba .
The Frenchman quit Old Trafford in 2012 and headed for Juventus after he and Ferguson failed to agree on how he would be promoted into the first team .
But just a year later and he was ready to return , but that was a red flag for Moyes .
The former Everton boss had doubts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Athletic .
Having played for two of the world 's biggest clubs in consecutive season Moyes was questioning why he already wanted to move again .
Pogba would eventually return to Manchester three years after Moyes had turned down the opportunity to sign him .
Jose Mourinho was then at the helm having succeeded Louis van Gaal .
However Pogba , who remains the club 's most expensive signing following his £89m move , has been linked with a move away once again .
His agent Mino Raiola has been involved in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer .
Pogba admitted last summer that a new challenge was something he was seeking and that speculation has certainly not gone away with Juventus or Real Madrid thought to be his likely destination should he move on .

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Man Utd star Paul Pogba could've returned from Juventus in 2013 when David Moyes was in charge but the Scot turned down the transfer opportunity
David Moyes 'rejected opportunity' to sign Paul Pogba for Man Utd in 2013
David Moyes turned down the opportunity to bring Paul Pogba back to Manchester United in 2013.
The Scot succeeded Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford but lasted just eight months before he was axed.
Poor recruitment in the summer no doubt contributed to Moyes' downfall in Manchester with Marouane Fellaini the only arrival.
United had identified Pogba but Cesc Fabregas became their prime target with Executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward heading home from the club’s tour of Australia to negotiate a deal.
The Red Devils and Barcelona were unable to agree a transfer for the World Cup winner.
Image: PA) PA)
Fabregas would move to Chelsea 12 months later and win the Premier League title in his first season at Stamford Bridge.
Moyes was made to ponder what might have been having turned his nose up at Pogba.
The Frenchman quit Old Trafford in 2012 and headed for Juventus after he and Ferguson failed to agree on how he would be promoted into the first team.
But just a year later and he was ready to return, but that was a red flag for Moyes.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
The former Everton boss had doubts about Pogba's long-term ambition, reports the Athletic.
Having played for two of the world's biggest clubs in consecutive season Moyes was questioning why he already wanted to move again.
Pogba would eventually return to Manchester three years after Moyes had turned down the opportunity to sign him.
Jose Mourinho was then at the helm having succeeded Louis van Gaal.
However Pogba, who remains the club's most expensive signing following his £89m move, has been linked with a move away once again.
His agent Mino Raiola has been involved in a war of words with current United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Pogba admitted last summer that a new challenge was something he was seeking and that speculation has certainly not gone away with Juventus or Real Madrid thought to be his likely destination should he move on.


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--Lewis Hamilton blasts 'white-dominated' F1's 'silence' over George Floyd death

Lewis Hamilton has hit out at Formula One 's `` white domination '' for staying silent amid the continued protests surrounding the death of George Floyd .
The Mercedes driver and six-time world champion is the sport 's only black driver and has regularly spoken out about the lack of diversity .
Floyd , who is black , died in police custody in Minnesota , US , after a white police officer knelt on his neck .
The incident has sparked protests in cities throughout the United States .
Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was charged on Friday with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
But Hamilton has hit out the lack of support from `` the biggest stars '' and claims he `` stands alone '' .
He wrote : `` I see those of you who are staying silent , some of you the biggest stars yet you stay silent in the midst of injustice .
Not a sign from anybody in my industry which of course is a white dominated sport .
`` I 'm one of the only people of colour there , yet I stand alone .
`` I would have thought @ @ @ @ @ @ @ happens and say something about it but you ca n't stand alongside us .
Just know I know who you ... are and I see you ... '' He went on to say in another post : `` I do not stand with those looting and burning buildings but those who are protesting peacefully .
`` There can be no peace until our so called leaders make change .
`` This is not just America , this is the UK , this is Spain , this is Italy and all over .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ change , how you educate those in your country of equality , racism , classism and that we are all the same .
`` We are not born with racism and hate in our hearts , it is taught by those we look up to . ''
McLaren driver Lando Norris was one of those who did comment , adding a line to his profile on Twitch that said `` sign the BLM petitions # BLACKLIVESMATTER '' And Canadian Nicholas Latifi , who is due to drive for Williams this season , said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stop # JusticeForGeorgeFloyd . ''
Hamilton has spoken out before about the lack of diversity in motor racing .
`` There really is the most minimal diversity within this sport and I really somehow want to be a part of shape-shifting that with Formula One , '' he said last year .

Lewis Hamilton has regularly spoken out at the lack of diversity in Formula One and he has recently hit out at the lack of support for George Floyd, a black man killed while being arrested by a white police officer in the US
Lewis Hamilton has hit out at Formula One's "white domination" for staying silent amid the continued protests surrounding the death of George Floyd.
The Mercedes driver and six-time world champion is the sport's only black driver and has regularly spoken out about the lack of diversity.
Floyd, who is black, died in police custody in Minnesota, US, after a white police officer knelt on his neck.
The incident has sparked protests in cities throughout the United States.
Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was charged on Friday with the murder of Floyd, who was 46.
But Hamilton has hit out the lack of support from "the biggest stars" and claims he "stands alone".
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
He wrote: "I see those of you who are staying silent, some of you the biggest stars yet you stay silent in the midst of injustice. Not a sign from anybody in my industry which of course is a white dominated sport.
"I'm one of the only people of colour there, yet I stand alone.
"I would have thought by now you would see why this happens and say something about it but you can't stand alongside us. Just know I know who you ... are and I see you..."
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
He went on to say in another post: "I do not stand with those looting and burning buildings but those who are protesting peacefully.
"There can be no peace until our so called leaders make change.
"This is not just America, this is the UK, this is Spain, this is Italy and all over.
"The way minorities are treated has to change, how you educate those in your country of equality, racism, classism and that we are all the same.
"We are not born with racism and hate in our hearts, it is taught by those we look up to."
Image: Internet Unknown) Internet Unknown)
McLaren driver Lando Norris was one of those who did comment, adding a line to his profile on Twitch that said "sign the BLM petitions #BLACKLIVESMATTER"
And Canadian Nicholas Latifi, who is due to drive for Williams this season, said on Twitter: "This has to stop #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd."
Hamilton has spoken out before about the lack of diversity in motor racing.
"There really is the most minimal diversity within this sport and I really somehow want to be a part of shape-shifting that with Formula One," he said last year.


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--Tanker truck drives into George Floyd protesters on Minneapolis interstate

A tanker truck has driven into a huge crowd of George Floyd protesters on an interstate highway in Minneapolis .
In shocking video from the scene , hundreds of people swarm the truck , with some clinging to the cab , as it comes to a stop .
The driver appears to be then dragged out , with police confirming he has now been arrested .
Highway 35 West had been closed to traffic for nearly an hour when the incident unfolded on Sunday around 6pm , with people desperately scattering out of the way .
The truck reportedly belongs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had come from Canton , Ohio .
Minneapolis police closed in and took the driver , who was reportedly injured , into custody .
Up to 5,000 people are estimated to have been involved in the protest at the time .
Witness Melanie Ramos told the Star Tribune : `` A truck came .
The horns were blaring .
It was picking up speed .
It was plowing down the highway into the protesters .
It was the most terrifying thing I 've ever seen . ''
Minnesota Department of Public Safety tweeted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ truck driver on I-35W , inciting a crowd of peaceful demonstrators .
`` The truck driver was injured & taken to a hospital with non-life threatening injuries .
`` He is under arrest .
It does n't appear any protesters were hit by the truck . ''
While Governor of Minnesota Tim Walz - who announced a state of emergency last week following violent protests - described footage of the truck as `` horrifying '' .
Many on social media have condemned the act as `` terrorism '' though others have pointed out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to harm anyone .
Some believe he may have become confused with many highways closed earlier in the day to allow for the protests .
Ami Nonya said : `` Have you ever driven a truck ?
I ’ m a construction boss- they do not swerve easily - he may not have intended to hurt anyone - he possibly was concerned about his tanker being started on fire .
`` But it was reckless and that tanker is not built to swerve . ''
It comes as Donald Trump 's national security @ @ @ @ @ @ @ control of the National Guard in response to violent demonstrations across the US .
Protests have flared in multiple US cities after the death of 46-year-old Mr Floyd , unarmed black man , in Minneapolis in police custody last week .
Civil unrest has swelled following the death on Monday , with video showing Mr Floyd gasping for breath as a white Minneapolis policeman knelt on his neck .
In addition to Minnesota , states that have activated troops include Colorado , Georgia , Kentucky , Ohio , Pennsylvania , North Carolina , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Guard said in a statement .
An additional 2,000 troops were ready to activate if needed .
It comes as eleven people have been arrested during a protest in central London over the death .
Met Police initially said yesterday five people had been arrested - two were held for assaulting officers and three were arrested for breaching coronavirus measures .
Those five are aged between 17 and 25 .
In a clip that went viral last Tuesday , Officer Derek Chauvin - who has been sacked and charged with murder - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's neck with his knee as he screams `` please , please '' and calls for his mum , saying he can not breathe .
The video has caused outrage all over the world , with petitions being signed and protests being organised to fight against police brutality and racism .

Hundreds of protesters are seen swamping the tanker as it comes to a stop, with the driver having been arrested during the incident in the US
A tanker truck has driven into a huge crowd of George Floyd protesters on an interstate highway in Minneapolis.
In shocking video from the scene, hundreds of people swarm the truck, with some clinging to the cab, as it comes to a stop.
The driver appears to be then dragged out, with police confirming he has now been arrested.
Highway 35 West had been closed to traffic for nearly an hour when the incident unfolded on Sunday around 6pm, with people desperately scattering out of the way.
The truck reportedly belongs to a cement company from Michigan and had come from Canton, Ohio.
Minneapolis police closed in and took the driver, who was reportedly injured, into custody.
Up to 5,000 people are estimated to have been involved in the protest at the time.
Witness Melanie Ramos told the Star Tribune: "A truck came. The horns were blaring. It was picking up speed. It was plowing down the highway into the protesters. It was the most terrifying thing I've ever seen."
Minnesota Department of Public Safety tweeted: "Very disturbing actions by a truck driver on I-35W, inciting a crowd of peaceful demonstrators.
"The truck driver was injured & taken to a hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
"He is under arrest. It doesn't appear any protesters were hit by the truck."
While Governor of Minnesota Tim Walz - who announced a state of emergency last week following violent protests - described footage of the truck as "horrifying".
Many on social media have condemned the act as "terrorism" though others have pointed out it is unclear whether the driver intended to harm anyone.
Some believe he may have become confused with many highways closed earlier in the day to allow for the protests.
Ami Nonya said: "Have you ever driven a truck? I’m a construction boss- they do not swerve easily - he may not have intended to hurt anyone - he possibly was concerned about his tanker being started on fire.
"But it was reckless and that tanker is not built to swerve."
It comes as Donald Trump's national security adviser announced the president will not seek control of the National Guard in response to violent demonstrations across the US.
Protests have flared in multiple US cities after the death of 46-year-old Mr Floyd, unarmed black man, in Minneapolis in police custody last week.
Civil unrest has swelled following the death on Monday, with video showing Mr Floyd gasping for breath as a white Minneapolis policeman knelt on his neck.
In addition to Minnesota, states that have activated troops include Colorado, Georgia, Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas and Washington, the Guard said in a statement.
An additional 2,000 troops were ready to activate if needed.
It comes as eleven people have been arrested during a protest in central London over the death.
Met Police initially said yesterday five people had been arrested - two were held for assaulting officers and three were arrested for breaching coronavirus measures.
Those five are aged between 17 and 25.
In a clip that went viral last Tuesday, Officer Derek Chauvin - who has been sacked and charged with murder - can be seen pressing on Mr Floyd's neck with his knee as he screams "please, please" and calls for his mum, saying he cannot breathe.
The video has caused outrage all over the world, with petitions being signed and protests being organised to fight against police brutality and racism.


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--Hollywood star John Cusack 'pepper sprayed by police' at George Floyd protest

Hollywood star John Cusack says he was threatened with batons by police and had pepper spray fired at him as he attended a George Floyd protest in Chicago on Saturday .
The High Fidelity actor , 53 , joined protests in the US city in reaction to the death of George Floyd last week – who died after now-sacked police officer Derek Chauvin held him down with a knee on his neck for over eight minutes during an arrest in Minneapolis .
Sharing updates and videos via Twitter on Saturday night , John revealed he had come into contact with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The actor – who attended protests with his face covered – claims he had been filming a car on fire when nearby police objected and came at him with batons .
Sharing a video of an alleged policeman shouting : “ Move !
Get out of here !
” , John tweeted : “ Cops didn ’ t like me filming the burning car so they came at me with batons .
Hitting my bike .
An hour later , he claimed police had launched pepper spray at him and the group @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He tweeted : “ Fro .
What I ’ ve seen seem - with the exception of the rush to stop mayhem in front of trumps s***hole tower - and some pepper spray that hit us- Chicago pd - is not escalating compared to other cities - the protesters are furious.
” The actor assured fans he was fine amid the chaos .
One concerned follower tweeted in response : “ Good Lord cops beating up John Cusack ?
WTF ?
” But John replied : “ No just yelling and hitting my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ They didn ’ t assault me- keep it in perspective and I should not be the headline or the story important thing is the anger & pain out there & how hair trigger it feels .
“ I was just a witness to what was happening in Chicsgo - didn ’ t see the press out at all.
” Violent protests have erupted in cities across 23 of America ’ s states following the death of George Floyd .
Social media users have shared shocking videos and photos of looting , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some participants of the protests .
While other troubling footage has shown police in NYC ramming demonstrators with SUVs , and police in other cities violently clashing with protestors .

High Fidelity star John Cusack claims to have had pepper spray fired at him by police in Chicago – and shared video that he claims shows police aggressively ordering him to move away from the protests
Hollywood star John Cusack says he was threatened with batons by police and had pepper spray fired at him as he attended a George Floyd protest in Chicago on Saturday.
The High Fidelity actor, 53, joined protests in the US city in reaction to the death of George Floyd last week – who died after now-sacked police officer Derek Chauvin held him down with a knee on his neck for over eight minutes during an arrest in Minneapolis.
Sharing updates and videos via Twitter on Saturday night, John revealed he had come into contact with police aggressively acting as protests turned violent.
The actor – who attended protests with his face covered – claims he had been filming a car on fire when nearby police objected and came at him with batons.
Image: Getty Images for Variety) Getty Images for Variety)
Sharing a video of an alleged policeman shouting: “Move! Get out of here!”, John tweeted: “Cops didn’t like me filming the burning car so they came at me with batons. Hitting my bike.
“Ahhm herea the audio.”
An hour later, he claimed police had launched pepper spray at him and the group of people he was protesting with.
Image: John Cusack/Twitter) John Cusack/Twitter)
He tweeted: “Fro. What I’ve seen seem - with the exception of the rush to stop mayhem in front of trumps s***hole tower - and some pepper spray that hit us- Chicago pd - is not escalating compared to other cities - the protesters are furious.”
The actor assured fans he was fine amid the chaos.
One concerned follower tweeted in response: “Good Lord cops beating up John Cusack? WTF?”
But John replied: “No just yelling and hitting my bike with batons.”
He later tweeted: “They didn’t assault me- keep it in perspective and I should not be the headline or the story important thing is the anger & pain out there& how hair trigger it feels.
“I’m of no importance.
“I was just a witness to what was happening in Chicsgo - didn’t see the press out at all.”
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Violent protests have erupted in cities across 23 of America’s states following the death of George Floyd.
Social media users have shared shocking videos and photos of looting, violence and the burning of buildings by some participants of the protests.
While other troubling footage has shown police in NYC ramming demonstrators with SUVs, and police in other cities violently clashing with protestors.


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--What horse racing will look like as the first UK sport to resume

Crowds in full voice , bets and fancy outfits are some of the few certainties on a racecourse .
But come 1pm on Monday , June 1 , the stands at Newcastle will be empty , as horse racing becomes the first major UK sport to resume since the coronavirus lockdown .
A raft of safety measures are in place , with 69 guidelines and procedures for its participants to follow .
Covid-19 temperature testing , a one-way system and face masks will be complied with ahead of the ten races .
`` It has been a long road getting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Williams , executive director at Newcastle .
`` We 've been making sure the right processes and protocols are in place to make this a safe and successful day . ''
Attendees are strictly limited , with owners and bookmakers staying at home for now .
Sky Sports are broadcasting the ten-race card , with Newmarket 's Guineas meeting on ITV later in the week .
Fixtures have been condensed in the racing calendar , but Royal Ascot remains in its usual slot ( June 16-20 ) .
A big betting event in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £30million will be gambled as the sport makes its comeback this week .
`` An awful lot of hard work has been done by many people in order for horse racing to be the first major sport to return in the UK , '' said Coral 's David Stevens .
`` This is one Monday when all eyes will be on Newcastle , as 120 runners line up in ten eagerly-anticipated races . ''
Here are some of the changes fans can expect to see ... Jockeys , trainers , stable staff and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
There will be a maximum of 12 runners in each race , which means some miss out as the meeting was oversubscribed .
Newcastle 's Colonel Porter Bar has become a temporary changing room for jockeys , to allow social distancing .
Racing was previously shut down last year due to equine flu- and British Horseracing Authority chief executive Nick Rust said the experience helped in the latest preparations .
A private organisation will operate if a jockey or anyone else needs assistance on the day .
Apart from the necessary people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , no-one else will be allowed to enter Gosforth Park .
Newcastle Racecourse is normally one of Britain ’ s busiest racecourses , hosting over 60 all-weather and jumps fixtures a year .
Its biggest meeting , the Northumberland Plate , attracts around 18,000 people through the gates .
BHA chief medical advisor , Dr Jerry Hill , has asked participants to comply with various protocols .
The screening process involves an online education module , questionnaire and a temperature check at the course .
Those who pass will be given a wristband @ @ @ @ @ @ @ If they leave the track at any point and wish to return , they will go through the process again .
Social distancing measures have been mapped out in the weighing room , on the floor and using partitions .
Regular cleaning will take place in the area .
Only certain numbers of people will be allowed in the parade ring before a race .
Jockey Charlie Bishop said he was `` really confident '' that the measures would work well for him and his colleagues .
`` I feel very confident about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been planning this for over ten weeks , since racing was stopped , '' said Rust .
`` The professionalism of the people in the sport means that I know we will be able to show the world how good we are at ensuring that we can do this in a safe way .
”

Monday's card behind closed doors at Newcastle will see jockeys wearing masks, races limited to 12 runners and social distancing in place for all participants
What horse racing will look like as the first major UK sport to resume after lockdown
Crowds in full voice, bets and fancy outfits are some of the few certainties on a racecourse.
But come 1pm on Monday, June 1, the stands at Newcastle will be empty, as horse racing becomes the first major UK sport to resume since the coronavirus lockdown.
A raft of safety measures are in place, with 69 guidelines and procedures for its participants to follow.
Covid-19 temperature testing, a one-way system and face masks will be complied with ahead of the ten races.
"It has been a long road getting everything into place," said David Williams, executive director at Newcastle.
"We've been making sure the right processes and protocols are in place to make this a safe and successful day."
Attendees are strictly limited, with owners and bookmakers staying at home for now.
Sky Sports are broadcasting the ten-race card, with Newmarket's Guineas meeting on ITV later in the week.
Image: PA) PA)
Fixtures have been condensed in the racing calendar, but Royal Ascot remains in its usual slot (June 16-20).
A big betting event in itself, it is estimated more than £30million will be gambled as the sport makes its comeback this week.
"An awful lot of hard work has been done by many people in order for horse racing to be the first major sport to return in the UK," said Coral's David Stevens.
"This is one Monday when all eyes will be on Newcastle, as 120 runners line up in ten eagerly-anticipated races."
Here are some of the changes fans can expect to see...
RUNNERS AND RIDERS
Image: PA) PA)
Jockeys, trainers, stable staff and many officials will wear masks on raceday.
There will be a maximum of 12 runners in each race, which means some miss out as the meeting was oversubscribed.
Newcastle's Colonel Porter Bar has become a temporary changing room for jockeys, to allow social distancing.
Racing was previously shut down last year due to equine flu- and British Horseracing Authority chief executive Nick Rust said the experience helped in the latest preparations.
A private organisation will operate if a jockey or anyone else needs assistance on the day.
NO CROWDS
Image: PA) PA)
Apart from the necessary people required to assist each runner to compete, no-one else will be allowed to enter Gosforth Park.
Newcastle Racecourse is normally one of Britain’s busiest racecourses, hosting over 60 all-weather and jumps fixtures a year.
Its biggest meeting, the Northumberland Plate, attracts around 18,000 people through the gates.
TESTING
Image: Getty) Getty)
BHA chief medical advisor, Dr Jerry Hill, has asked participants to comply with various protocols.
The screening process involves an online education module, questionnaire and a temperature check at the course.
Those who pass will be given a wristband and allowed entry to the racecourse.
If they leave the track at any point and wish to return, they will go through the process again.
WEIGHING ROOM AND PARADE RING
Image: PA) PA)
Social distancing measures have been mapped out in the weighing room, on the floor and using partitions.
Regular cleaning will take place in the area.
Only certain numbers of people will be allowed in the parade ring before a race.
Jockey Charlie Bishop said he was "really confident" that the measures would work well for him and his colleagues.
"I feel very confident about us coming back first because we have been planning this for over ten weeks, since racing was stopped," said Rust.
"The professionalism of the people in the sport means that I know we will be able to show the world how good we are at ensuring that we can do this in a safe way.”


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--Sancho reflects on hat-trick and explains 'Justice for George Floyd' stance

Jadon Sancho says he 's `` delighted '' to get the first hat-trick of his career but has also taken the opportunity to call for justice for George Floyd .
The Borussia Dortmund star netted three times in a 6-1 win over Paderborn on a weekend where violent protests around the death of the unarmed black man in the US at the hands of white police officer are ongoing .
Mr Floyd died in police custody in Minnesota after a white police officer knelt on his neck .
The incident sparked protests in cities across the United States and Sancho @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to `` speak out for what 's right '' on Instagram .
He posted : `` Solid performance from the team !
!
Delighted to get my first career hat trick , a bittersweet moment personally as there are more important things going on in the world today that we must address and help make a change .
`` We should n't fear speaking out for what 's right , we have to come together as one & fight for justice .
We are stronger together !
# JusticeForGeorgeFloyd '' .
The win @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their disappointing home reverse against Bayern Munich on Monday night .
The defeat gave them a mountain to climb in the Bundesliga title race with six games remaining .
Bayern 's lead at the top remains seven points after their win over Dusseldorf this weekend .
Dortmund 's next game is at home to Hertha Berlin where Sancho will hope to build on his outstanding performance .
The Englishman had only appeared as a sub in the last three games as he made his way back to full fitness .
Sancho continues to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the German club with United especially keen , but Dortmund are unlikely to entertain any offer below £100m .

Jadon Sancho bagged a hat-trick as Borussia Dortmund ran riot against Paderborn but has taken the opportunity to speak out about the death of an unarmed black man in the US
Jadon Sancho says first hat-trick 'bittersweet' as 'George Floyd justice more important'
Jadon Sancho says he's "delighted" to get the first hat-trick of his career but has also taken the opportunity to call for justice for George Floyd.
The Borussia Dortmund star netted three times in a 6-1 win over Paderborn on a weekend where violent protests around the death of the unarmed black man in the US at the hands of white police officer are ongoing.
Mr Floyd died in police custody in Minnesota after a white police officer knelt on his neck.
The incident sparked protests in cities across the United States and Sancho has used his platform to encourage people to "speak out for what's right" on Instagram.
He posted: "Solid performance from the team!! Delighted to get my first career hat trick, a bittersweet moment personally as there are more important things going on in the world today that we must address and help make a change.
"We shouldn't fear speaking out for what's right, we have to come together as one & fight for justice. We are stronger together! #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd".
The win for Dortmund was the perfect response to their disappointing home reverse against Bayern Munich on Monday night.
The defeat gave them a mountain to climb in the Bundesliga title race with six games remaining.
Bayern's lead at the top remains seven points after their win over Dusseldorf this weekend.
Dortmund's next game is at home to Hertha Berlin where Sancho will hope to build on his outstanding performance.
The Englishman had only appeared as a sub in the last three games as he made his way back to full fitness.
Sancho continues to be linked with a move away from the German club with United especially keen, but Dortmund are unlikely to entertain any offer below £100m.


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thedailymirror--2020-05-31--Guess our mystery picture location and you could win a prize - how to enter

The Mirror Travel mystery picture competition for June has been revealed - can you guess where we are ?
Each month , we post a photo - all you need to do is work out where it is and you could win three superb illustrated DK Travel Guide books .
To give you a helping hand , we 'll be revealing clues here - so make sure to check back , and follow @ MirrorTravel and @ TravelEdNigel on Twitter for updates !
This month 's picture shows the most prominent building in a sultry capital city .
It 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a popular tourist destination , known for its beach resorts , historic sights , rich wildlife and food .
The question for June - name the COUNTRY .
CLUE 1 : Did my pet Ron assist me to the building ?
THE PRIZE : The first correct answer chosen at random will win three beautifully illustrated DK Travel country or city guides of their choice , each up to a value of £19.99 .
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The Mirror Travel mystery picture competition for June has been revealed - can you guess where we are?
Each month, we post a photo - all you need to do is work out where it is and you could win three superb illustrated DK Travel Guide books.
To give you a helping hand, we'll be revealing clues here - so make sure to check back, and follow @MirrorTravel and @TravelEdNigel on Twitter for updates!
This month's picture shows the most prominent building in a sultry capital city. It's in a cosmopolitan tropical country which is a popular tourist destination, known for its beach resorts, historic sights, rich wildlife and food.
The question for June - name the COUNTRY.
CLUE 1: Did my pet Ron assist me to the building?
CLUE 2: Initially, it's OK. Like this city is...
CLUE 3: As Thelma lays, I accept the hotel drinks bill.
THE PRIZE: The first correct answer chosen at random will win three beautifully illustrated DK Travel country or city guides of their choice, each up to a value of £19.99. For a full list of titles visit dk.co.uk.
HOW TO ENTER: When you think you've guessed our mystery location, simply fill out the form below with your answer and details.
NB: If you are viewing this page on the Mirror app, you'll need to enter via the desktop or mobile websites.
LAST MONTH'S ANSWER: Our May picture showed English Harbour in Antigua, seen from the Shirley Heights viewpoint. Correct answer: Antigua.
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thedailymirror--2020-05-31--Parents warned as third of stairgate models sold in UK fail safety tests

Parents are being warned to check their stairgates after a third of models sold in the UK failed safety tests @ @ @ @ @ ?
on 11 models found four sub-standard .
One , the Summer Infant Retractable Safety @ @ @ @ @ .
The Fred Safety Screw Fit Wooden Gate was found to have a gap at @ @ @ @ @ a simulated baby ’ s hip .
The BabyDan Avantgarde failed an impact test , @ @ @ @ @ a 10kg weight hit it .
The Hauck Autoclose ’ n Stop ’ s auto-close @ @ @ @ @ it , Which ?
found .
The consumer group urged parents to return these stairgates @ @ @ @ @ no longer made the product Which ?
tested and had no reports of incidents while @ @ @ @ @ said the test found one way its product could be wrongly installed , but that @ @ @ @ @ make a slight modification .
BabyDan said other tests had verified its Avantgarde stairgate safe @ @ @

The Fred Safety Screw Fit Wooden Gate was found to have a gap at the bottom big enough for a simulated baby’s hip and the Summer Infant Retractable Safety Gate failed several tests
Parents warned as third of stairgate models sold in UK fail safety tests
Parents are being warned to check their stairgates after a third of models sold in the UK failed safety tests.
A study by Which? on 11 models found four sub-standard.
One, the Summer Infant Retractable Safety Gate, failed several tests.
The Fred Safety Screw Fit Wooden Gate was found to have a gap at the bottom big enough for a simulated baby’s hip.
The BabyDan Avantgarde failed an impact test, moving more than 25mm when a 10kg weight hit it.
The Hauck Autoclose ’n Stop’s auto-close system did not completely close it, Which? found.
The consumer group urged parents to return these stairgates.
Summer Infant said it no longer made the product Which? tested and had no reports of incidents while using it.
Fred Safety said the test found one way its product could be wrongly installed, but that it was withdrawing it to make a slight modification.
BabyDan said other tests had verified its Avantgarde stairgate safe to use.
Hauck rejected the findings.


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--Man Utd 'leading race' for £50m Bayer Leverkusen striker Kai Havertz

Manchester United are leading the race for Bayer Leverkusen wonder kid Kai Havertz .
The German is one of the hottest properties in Europe after a stellar season at the BayArena .
Havertz has picked up where he left off following the resumption of the Bundesliga with five goals in four games .
It take his tally to 15 for the season meaning Leverkusen are poised to have several of the continent 's heavyweights eyeing up the 20-year-old .
United are keen on adding young talent and see Havertz as the perfect player to help them return to the summit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Jadon Sancho is already a top target but they could now eye a double Bundesliga raid and open the bidding for Havertz at £50m .
Leverkusen are likely to demand more than that for their prized asset who has also been linked with Liverpool and Real Madrid .
Havertz is able to play in an array of attacking positions which makes him a valuable option .
But German great Michael Ballack has urged him to remain at Leverkusen due to the relaxed environment on offer .
`` Players with his quality are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he 's in good hands in Leverkusen , '' he told SportBild .
`` The general conditions there are perfect for top young players and their further development .
Leverkusen play attractive football , the training opportunities are very good .
Leverkusen also offers a cautious environment .
`` As a player [ at Leverkusen ] you can sometimes make mistakes without being the focus of criticism - you should appreciate that .

Bayer Leverkusen star Kai Havertz is on Man Utd's radar as they eye a £50m transfer for the German forward despite a host of other clubs also considering a swoop
Manchester United are leading the race for Bayer Leverkusen wonder kid Kai Havertz.
The German is one of the hottest properties in Europe after a stellar season at the BayArena.
Havertz has picked up where he left off following the resumption of the Bundesliga with five goals in four games.
It take his tally to 15 for the season meaning Leverkusen are poised to have several of the continent's heavyweights eyeing up the 20-year-old.
United are keen on adding young talent and see Havertz as the perfect player to help them return to the summit of English football, reports The Sun.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Jadon Sancho is already a top target but they could now eye a double Bundesliga raid and open the bidding for Havertz at £50m.
Leverkusen are likely to demand more than that for their prized asset who has also been linked with Liverpool and Real Madrid.
Havertz is able to play in an array of attacking positions which makes him a valuable option.
But German great Michael Ballack has urged him to remain at Leverkusen due to the relaxed environment on offer.
Image: POOL/AFP via Getty Images) POOL/AFP via Getty Images)
"Players with his quality are in demand everywhere, but I think he's in good hands in Leverkusen," he told SportBild.
"The general conditions there are perfect for top young players and their further development. Leverkusen play attractive football, the training opportunities are very good. Leverkusen also offers a cautious environment.
"As a player [at Leverkusen] you can sometimes make mistakes without being the focus of criticism - you should appreciate that.


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--Kate and William will not say if they will keep Charlotte home as schools reopen

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have refused to say whether they will defy the government by keeping Charlotte from returning to school with other Year 1 children .
Officials at Kensington Palace have been told to stay tight-lipped on what William and Kate decision is about sending their daughter to St Thomas ’ s school in Battersea , south London when it reopens .
Government sources have said what they choose “ will send an unfortunate message ” to the parents up and down the country .
The parents who have been isolating at their Norfolk home Anmer Hall @ @ @ @ @ @ @ children together and maintaining their lockdown routine .
Five-year-old Princess Charlotte and six-year-old Prince George both attend St Thomas ’ s where fees range from £5,145 to £7,262 with discounts offered to siblings .
The school is reported to have adapted to the pandemic by transitioning to remote learning during lockdown .
Charlotte would be required under the current guidelines to attend school from this week whereas children in George ’ s year are faced with a later return .
Kate and William have both taken on the role of at-home teachers for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the lockdown .
During a Zoom call as part of the BBC documentary Football , Prince William and Mental Health , William opened up on how he has been coping homeschooling during lockdown .
He then added : “ You start to worry about how little you remember from your school days .
“ You can ’ t do the maths questions at home.
” The Thomas 's group is run by brothers Ben and Tobyn Thomas , who are the sons of Joanna Thomas , a former actress who established the schools @ @ @ @ @ @ @ schools in London located in Clapham , Fulham and Kensington .
According to The Times , parents who send their children to Thomas 's are financially comfortable and if you are a teacher there , you could receive an exciting invitation to join a pupil 's family on holiday - in exchange for some tutoring in the sun .
Thomas 's has a reputation for academic success but the school also teaches other 'life skills ' including communicative tricks .
The school 's website has sample menus for meals offered to its pupils @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in honey , lemon and garlic , seasoned salmon fillet on wilted spinach or macaroni organic cheese topped with cherry tomatoes - all dishes are freshly prepared .
There were fears that the school will lose its 'normalness ' because of its royal connections , but the year before Prince George enrolled demand was increasing so much that it stopped taking registrations for 36 months .

What primary schools could look like after they reopen
What primary schools could look like after they reopen
Five-year-old Princess Charlotte is one of thousands of Year 1 children who will be expected back at school tomorrow. She attends St Thomas’s in south London where fees range from £5,145 to £7,262
Kate and William refuse to say if they will keep Charlotte home as schools reopen
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have refused to say whether they will defy the government by keeping Charlotte from returning to school with other Year 1 children.
Officials at Kensington Palace have been told to stay tight-lipped on what William and Kate decision is about sending their daughter to St Thomas’s school in Battersea, south London when it reopens.
Government sources have said what they choose “will send an unfortunate message” to the parents up and down the country.
The parents who have been isolating at their Norfolk home Anmer Hall are said to have considered keeping their children together and maintaining their lockdown routine.
Five-year-old Princess Charlotte and six-year-old Prince George both attend St Thomas’s where fees range from £5,145 to £7,262 with discounts offered to siblings.
Image: PA) PA)
The school is reported to have adapted to the pandemic by transitioning to remote learning during lockdown.
Charlotte would be required under the current guidelines to attend school from this week whereas children in George’s year are faced with a later return.
Kate and William have both taken on the role of at-home teachers for both Princess Charlotte and Prince George during the lockdown.
During a Zoom call as part of the BBC documentary Football, Prince William and Mental Health, William opened up on how he has been coping homeschooling during lockdown.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
William said: “Homeschooling is fun, isn’t it?”
He then added: “You start to worry about how little you remember from your school days.
“You can’t do the maths questions at home.”
Kensington Palace refused to comment.
Image: DUKE AND DUCHESS OF CAMBRIDGE/AF) DUKE AND DUCHESS OF CAMBRIDGE/AF)
The Thomas's group is run by brothers Ben and Tobyn Thomas, who are the sons of Joanna Thomas, a former actress who established the schools in 1971.
It has three other schools in London located in Clapham, Fulham and Kensington.
According to The Times, parents who send their children to Thomas's are financially comfortable and if you are a teacher there, you could receive an exciting invitation to join a pupil's family on holiday - in exchange for some tutoring in the sun.
Thomas's has a reputation for academic success but the school also teaches other 'life skills' including communicative tricks.
The school's website has sample menus for meals offered to its pupils with offerings including pan friend turkey escalope in honey, lemon and garlic, seasoned salmon fillet on wilted spinach or macaroni organic cheese topped with cherry tomatoes - all dishes are freshly prepared.
There were fears that the school will lose its 'normalness' because of its royal connections, but the year before Prince George enrolled demand was increasing so much that it stopped taking registrations for 36 months.


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--'Parents and teachers are rightly concerned as schools in England re-open'

Parents who don ’ t send their children back to school , and teachers who won ’ t go back @ @ @ @ @ concerns that should not be dismissed .
But we also appreciate the importance of resuming @ @ @ @ @ from disadvantaged and working-class homes .
Easing restrictions and opening closed sectors are judgement calls @ @ @ @ @ who has repeatedly proved himself lacking sound acumen .
So warnings from scientists that he @ @ @ @ @ worrying .
Boris Johnson has been more concerned with diverting attention to save his discredited @ @ @ @ @ ’ s obvious , however , is that the PM in No10 because he championed @ @ @ @ @ control ” has in fact lost control .
Millions who had abided by the rules @ @ @ @ @ are now rebelling after he gave Cummings a free pass .
But families and friends @ @ @ @ @ must take care because the virus is still killing hundreds of people every week .

mirrornews@mirror.co.uk (Voice of the Mirror)

Easing restrictions and opening closed sectors are judgement calls made by a Prime Minister who has repeatedly proved himself lacking sound acumen
Voice of the Mirror: Parents and teachers are rightly concerned as England schools re-open
Parents who don’t send their children back to school, and teachers who won’t go back into classrooms, have legitimate concerns that should not be dismissed.
But we also appreciate the importance of resuming education, particularly for children from disadvantaged and working-class homes.
Easing restrictions and opening closed sectors are judgement calls made by a Prime Minister who has repeatedly proved himself lacking sound acumen.
So warnings from scientists that he is moving too fast are worrying.
Boris Johnson has been more concerned with diverting attention to save his discredited adviser Dominic Cummings.
What’s obvious, however, is that the PM in No10 because he championed Brexit to “take back control” has in fact lost control.
Millions who had abided by the rules, enduring personal sacrifices, are now rebelling after he gave Cummings a free pass.
But families and friends desperate to see each other must take care because the virus is still killing hundreds of people every week.


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--Amanda Holden spills genius secret she swears by to maintain trim figure on BGT

Amanda Holden has finally shared the secret to her amazing figure .
The Britain 's Got Talent judge , 49 , is constantly surprising fans with her bodycon dresses , which accentuate her washboard tummy and tiny waist .
As it turns out , Amanda 's hourglass figure is n't just down to good genes , regular exercise and a healthy diet .
The blonde bombshell gets that extra little bit of help from the wardrode department as she never appears on the hit talent show without a trusty pair of Spanx underneath her sparkle-filled and eye-catching ensembles .
Chatting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Live , Amanda shared some of Britain 's Got Talent 's biggest secrets .
Among them , she confessed that it has helped to pay her mortgage and the relationships between herself and the other judges , David Walliams , Simon Cowell and Alesha Dixon are `` too real '' and authentic to be faked on the show .
Most surprisingly though , Amanda shared an incredibly rare secret about her wardrobe , and how she manages to look so good all the time .
Not one to open up about how she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ confessed that it 's thanks to Spanx that she always looks red carpet ready while judging on Britain 's Got Talent .
Admitting that she was so glad that another woman joined the panel , Amanda let slip what herself and Alesha get up to behind the scenes .
She told Emma : `` We wear slippers under the desk , we eat food , we wear Spanx .
It 's so nice to have another girl there alongside me '' .
Amanda continued by insisting that she feels `` so lucky '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ team , especially with David being such an outspoken star .
She said : `` And then when David came he pushes all of Simon 's buttons , and we got to see that and the relationship between them has lifted the show .
So all of us , the four , it works really well - we 're so lucky . ''
It comes after Amanda admitted that when she flashes her boobs on family TV it is not an accident .
The star has previously sparked a number of Ofcom complaints @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ensembles and slipping up on swear words live on ITV .
It was thought that the misdemeanors were unintended but now Heart FM radio presenter Amanda has told that she knew what she was doing as being on the BGT panel is `` a fake circumstance '' and that she is `` very aware of herself '' when she is on the show .
“ Even though I am really open and very much myself most of the time , it ’ s a fake circumstance when you ’ re sitting on a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The Sun .
Amanda added : “ I ’ m very aware of myself and what I should say next .
Sometimes I pretend I ’ m not and I ’ m outrageous , and I ’ m like , ‘ Oh I had no idea I was going to say that ’ , or my boob pops out , ‘ I had no idea that was going to happen !
’ “ You have circumstances where you know what you ’ re doing and the situation is always ongoing , so you @ @ @ @ @

Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda shared an incredibe secret about her wardrobe, and how she manages to look so good all the time on the ITV show
Amanda Holden has finally shared the secret to her amazing figure.
The Britain's Got Talent judge, 49, is constantly surprising fans with her bodycon dresses, which accentuate her washboard tummy and tiny waist.
As it turns out, Amanda's hourglass figure isn't just down to good genes, regular exercise and a healthy diet.
The blonde bombshell gets that extra little bit of help from the wardrode department as she never appears on the hit talent show without a trusty pair of Spanx underneath her sparkle-filled and eye-catching ensembles.
Chatting to presenter Emma Willis during an Instagram Live, Amanda shared some of Britain's Got Talent's biggest secrets.
Among them, she confessed that it has helped to pay her mortgage and the relationships between herself and the other judges, David Walliams, Simon Cowell and Alesha Dixon are "too real" and authentic to be faked on the show.
Most surprisingly though, Amanda shared an incredibly rare secret about her wardrobe, and how she manages to look so good all the time.
Not one to open up about how she stays so fit looking, the beauty confessed that it's thanks to Spanx that she always looks red carpet ready while judging on Britain's Got Talent.
Image: Dymond/Thames/Syco/REX) Dymond/Thames/Syco/REX) Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Admitting that she was so glad that another woman joined the panel, Amanda let slip what herself and Alesha get up to behind the scenes.
She told Emma: "We wear slippers under the desk, we eat food, we wear Spanx. It's so nice to have another girl there alongside me".
Amanda continued by insisting that she feels "so lucky" to be a part of the BGT team, especially with David being such an outspoken star.
She said: "And then when David came he pushes all of Simon's buttons, and we got to see that and the relationship between them has lifted the show. So all of us, the four, it works really well - we're so lucky."
Image: ITV picture desk) ITV picture desk)
It comes after Amanda admitted that when she flashes her boobs on family TV it is not an accident.
The star has previously sparked a number of Ofcom complaints as a result of her cleavage dipping ensembles and slipping up on swear words live on ITV.
It was thought that the misdemeanors were unintended but now Heart FM radio presenter Amanda has told that she knew what she was doing as being on the BGT panel is "a fake circumstance" and that she is "very aware of herself" when she is on the show.
Image: Dymond/Thames/Syco/REX) Dymond/Thames/Syco/REX)
“Even though I am really open and very much myself most of the time, it’s a fake circumstance when you’re sitting on a panel and judging," she told The Sun.
Amanda added: “I’m very aware of myself and what I should say next. Sometimes I pretend I’m not and I’m outrageous, and I’m like, ‘Oh I had no idea I was going to say that’, or my boob pops out, ‘I had no idea that was going to happen!’
“You have circumstances where you know what you’re doing and the situation is always ongoing, so you are always aware.”


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--Rebel pensioners reveal plan to derail attempt to strip them of free TV licences

Rebel pensioners who face being stripped of free TV licences tonight unveiled a “ gum up the works ” campaign aimed at hampering plans to axe their benefit .
Some 3.7 million OAPs are due to lose the lifeline , worth £157.50 a year , from August 1 .
Curbs on entitlement were due to come into force on Monday , but were delayed by two months because of the coronavirus pandemic .
Older people 's groups are demanding a further stay of execution – and called on the Tories to honour a 2017 manifesto pledge to protect free licences @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Reed said : “ June 1 was the original date to implement this cruel policy but it has only been delayed until August 1 .
“ It is callous in the extreme for the Government to leave this threat hanging over the heads of vulnerable and isolated senior citizens as the coronavirus crisis continues .
“ The charities are reporting increased mental health concerns over the indefinite lockdown for older people and the TV is often the only means for us to keep in touch with reality.
” Silver Voices is writing to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the implementation date is delayed again , a “ non-cooperation ” campaign dubbed “ gum up the works ” will kick off on August 1 .
Initially , all over-60s will be urged to stop Direct Debit payments to pay the licence fee , and tell the BBC that in future they will only correspond with TV Licensing by post , and only pay by cheque .
Mr Reed said the drive was aimed at making make the cost of administering and enforcing the licence fee “ much more expensive than keeping the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” .
The Conservatives pledged at the 2017 election to protect over-75s ' free licences for the rest of that Parliament , which was due to run until 2022 .
But the BBC had already been handed responsibility for funding the lifeline from June 2020 , under a deal agreed in 2015 .
The corporation is restricting eligibility to over-75s who receive Pension Credit .
It says keeping licences free for all would cost £745million by 2021-22 .
Mr Reed hopes the mini-revolt will pile pressure on the Government to reverse its decision @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fed up to the back teeth about this continuing disrespect for older people and the time is right to turn the screw on the Government to keep its promises.
” Bectu broadcasting union head Philippa Childs said : “ This potential action demonstrates how important it is for the Government to take responsibility for the cost of the licence fee for over-75s .
“ The BBC should never had been forced to take the difficult decision about how free licence fees for the over-75s should continue to be offered .
“ By forcing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ BBC , the Government is shirking its responsibility towards this vulnerable group of people who in the current climate need access to it more than ever .
“ The policy must be handled by the Government so that the BBC is able to focus on what it does best which is educating , informing and entertaining the nation.
” Lord Foulkes , co-chairman of Westminster 's cross-party group for ageing and older people , backed the campaign .
The Labour peer , 78 , will raise the TV licences row in House of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ I fully support Silver Voices in their campaign .
“ It underlines the real anxiety and anger felt by many older people and those who support them , which has been caused by the Government ’ s decision to renege on a clear manifesto promise .
“ There is now extensive opposition to the withdrawal of free TV licences for over-75s .
“ The Government therefore must put a stop to this by honouring their manifesto promise to older people and saving this valuable benefit indefinitely.
” Age UK charity director Caroline @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s decision to delay rollout of their planned scheme was very welcome but it is becoming more obvious with every day that the initial two-month delay was not nearly long enough .
“ Age UK is calling for the pause to last until at least the end of 2020 .
“ So many events and initiatives are being scrapped this year and with so many older people still stuck largely or solely at home , this should go the same way.
” The Mirror is campaigning to permanently save the benefit , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fight by completing coupons in the paper .
Boris Johnson has previously urged the BBC to “ cough up ” and save free licences .
Outgoing BBC boss Lord Hall has blamed the Government for axing the benefit .

EXCLUSIVE: The Silver Voices campaign group wants to "gum up the works" as over-75s face losing their entitlement to the benefit
Rebel pensioners reveal plan to derail attempt to strip them of free TV licences
Rebel pensioners who face being stripped of free TV licences tonight unveiled a “gum up the works” campaign aimed at hampering plans to axe their benefit.
Some 3.7 million OAPs are due to lose the lifeline, worth £157.50 a year, from August 1.
Curbs on entitlement were due to come into force on Monday, but were delayed by two months because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Older people's groups are demanding a further stay of execution – and called on the Tories to honour a 2017 manifesto pledge to protect free licences for over-75s.
Silver Voices director Dennis Reed said: “June 1 was the original date to implement this cruel policy but it has only been delayed until August 1.
Image: PA) PA)
“It is callous in the extreme for the Government to leave this threat hanging over the heads of vulnerable and isolated senior citizens as the coronavirus crisis continues.
“The charities are reporting increased mental health concerns over the indefinite lockdown for older people and the TV is often the only means for us to keep in touch with reality.”
Silver Voices is writing to BBC director-general Lord Hall warning that unless the implementation date is delayed again, a “non-cooperation” campaign dubbed “gum up the works” will kick off on August 1.
Image: PA) PA)
Initially, all over-60s will be urged to stop Direct Debit payments to pay the licence fee, and tell the BBC that in future they will only correspond with TV Licensing by post, and only pay by cheque.
Mr Reed said the drive was aimed at making make the cost of administering and enforcing the licence fee “much more expensive than keeping the free licence for a relatively small group”.
The Conservatives pledged at the 2017 election to protect over-75s' free licences for the rest of that Parliament, which was due to run until 2022.
But the BBC had already been handed responsibility for funding the lifeline from June 2020, under a deal agreed in 2015.
The corporation is restricting eligibility to over-75s who receive Pension Credit.
It says keeping licences free for all would cost £745million by 2021-22.
Mr Reed hopes the mini-revolt will pile pressure on the Government to reverse its decision.
He added: “We are fed up to the back teeth about this continuing disrespect for older people and the time is right to turn the screw on the Government to keep its promises.”
Bectu broadcasting union head Philippa Childs said: “This potential action demonstrates how important it is for the Government to take responsibility for the cost of the licence fee for over-75s.
“The BBC should never had been forced to take the difficult decision about how free licence fees for the over-75s should continue to be offered.
“By forcing this recognised welfare benefit on to the BBC, the Government is shirking its responsibility towards this vulnerable group of people who in the current climate need access to it more than ever.
“The policy must be handled by the Government so that the BBC is able to focus on what it does best which is educating, informing and entertaining the nation.”
Lord Foulkes, co-chairman of Westminster's cross-party group for ageing and older people, backed the campaign.
Image: Unknown) Unknown)
The Labour peer, 78, will raise the TV licences row in House of Lords on Tuesday.
He said: “I fully support Silver Voices in their campaign.
“It underlines the real anxiety and anger felt by many older people and those who support them, which has been caused by the Government’s decision to renege on a clear manifesto promise.
“There is now extensive opposition to the withdrawal of free TV licences for over-75s.
“The Government therefore must put a stop to this by honouring their manifesto promise to older people and saving this valuable benefit indefinitely.”
Age UK charity director Caroline Abrahams said: “The BBC Board’s decision to delay rollout of their planned scheme was very welcome but it is becoming more obvious with every day that the initial two-month delay was not nearly long enough.
Image: Age UK) Age UK)
“Age UK is calling for the pause to last until at least the end of 2020.
“So many events and initiatives are being scrapped this year and with so many older people still stuck largely or solely at home, this should go the same way.”
The Mirror is campaigning to permanently save the benefit, with more than 18,000 readers backing the fight by completing coupons in the paper.
Boris Johnson has previously urged the BBC to “cough up” and save free licences.
Outgoing BBC boss Lord Hall has blamed the Government for axing the benefit.


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--Rebel pensioners to cancel direct debits to 'gum up' TV licensing fee plans

Rebel pensioners who face being stripped of free TV licences are attempting to “ gum up the works ” to save their benefit .
Some 3.7 million OAPs are due to lose the lifeline , worth £157.50 a year , from August 1 .
Curbs on entitlement were due to come into force today , but were delayed by two months because of the Covid-19 pandemic .
Older people ’ s groups are demanding a further stay of execution – and called on the Tories to honour a 2017 manifesto pledge to protect free TV licences for the over-75s .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ It is callous for the Government to leave this threat hanging over the heads of vulnerable and isolated senior citizens.
” From August 1 , all over-60s will be urged to stop Direct Debit payments to pay the fee , and tell the BBC they will only correspond with TV Licensing by post , and only pay by cheque .
Labour Peer Lord Foulkes , 78 , will raise the TV licences row in House of Lords tomorrow .
The Mirror is campaigning to permanently save the benefit , with more than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Minister Boris Johnson has urged the BBC to “ cough up ” and save free licences .
But outgoing BBC boss Lord Hall has blamed the Government for axing the benefit .

EXCLUSIVE: Older people’s groups are demanding a further stay of execution – and called on the Tories to protect free TV licences for the over-75s
Rebel pensioners to cancel direct debits to 'gum up' TV licensing fee plans
Rebel pensioners who face being stripped of free TV licences are attempting to “gum up the works” to save their benefit.
Some 3.7 million OAPs are due to lose the lifeline, worth £157.50 a year, from August 1.
Curbs on entitlement were due to come into force today, but were delayed by two months because of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Older people’s groups are demanding a further stay of execution – and called on the Tories to honour a 2017 manifesto pledge to protect free TV licences for the over-75s.
Silver Voices director Dennis Reed said: “It is callous for the Government to leave this threat hanging over the heads of vulnerable and isolated senior citizens.”
From August 1, all over-60s will be urged to stop Direct Debit payments to pay the fee, and tell the BBC they will only correspond with TV Licensing by post, and only pay by cheque.
Labour Peer Lord Foulkes, 78, will raise the TV licences row in House of Lords tomorrow.
The Mirror is campaigning to permanently save the benefit, with more than 18,000 readers backing the fight.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has urged the BBC to “cough up” and save free licences.
But outgoing BBC boss Lord Hall has blamed the Government for axing the benefit.


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--'Boris Johnson is sinking due to fatal incompetence as Labour's Star is shining'

Considering Boris Johnson ’ s fatal incompetence has fanned the plague ’ s real death toll to probably around 60,000 , a Tory 4 % poll lead reflects how far Labour had plummeted .
When the lead was 26 % two months ago , dropping 8 % alone last week during the Dominic Cummings scandal , it also signposts a crossroads in British politics .
We ’ re living and dying in a health and economic calamity exposing the lethal ineptitude of a Con artist who recently blustered and fibbed his way to a thumping election victory .
Chinese Premier @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the impact of French student riots three years earlier , replied it was too early to tell .
In the mortal heat of a Covid-19 crisis intensifying as scientists warn it ’ s too soon for lockdown easing , we ’ ve the benefit of zero hindsight .
Yet this increasingly feels a Thatcher poll tax moment for Johnson personally , and possibly a Black Wednesday crash for the Conservatives .
Johnson sinking into the coronavirus quicksand and clinging stupidly to Dominic Cummings , who these days is more feather duster than Cock @ @ @ @ @ @ @ idiots demand the oddball svengali ’ s full plucking , is not one but two free gifts for a Keir Starmer on firmer ground .
The Labour leader ’ s +25 % net popularity rating when Johnson ’ s down to -5 % is voters liking the figure who behaves like a Prime Minister and disapproving of the other who resides in Downing Street .
PMQs is a compelling courtroom drama , the ex-chief prosecutor constructing a foolproof case against the fool repeatedly caught fibbing .
Labour has still to nudge ahead in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the Tories being written off in 2012 over the pasty tax Budget before beating Ed Miliband at the 2015 election .
Disloyalty is the Tories secret weapon and a prominent blue MP told me his party wouldn ’ t hesitate to send Johnson to sleep with the fishes , a fate suffered by Theresa May and even Margaret Thatcher , if a switch at the top allowed the Cons to pose as a fresh party running against itself .
But coronavirus shaking up politics leaves redundant predictions a few months ago that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It might be as far off as December 2024 .
That ’ s many of Harold Wilson ’ s long weeks and ample time for Harold Macmillan ’ s events .
There remains a long march ahead for Starmer before attempting to scale a hazardous mountain .
Reams of terms and conditions must be attached to predictions .
But I ’ ll make one : Johnson won ’ t make it .
He ’ ll be dumped .
The stumbling PM will be the final victim of his colossal failures .

Kevin Maguire says Johnson's clinging to Dominic Cummings is not one but two free gifts for a Keir Starmer on firmer ground
Kevin Maguire: Thanks to Dominic Cummings, Boris Johnson is sinking as Labour's Star is shining
Considering Boris Johnson’s fatal incompetence has fanned the plague’s real death toll to probably around 60,000, a Tory 4% poll lead reflects how far Labour had plummeted.
When the lead was 26% two months ago, dropping 8% alone last week during the Dominic Cummings scandal, it also signposts a crossroads in British politics.
We’re living and dying in a health and economic calamity exposing the lethal ineptitude of a Con artist who recently blustered and fibbed his way to a thumping election victory.
Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai, asked in 1971 about the impact of French student riots three years earlier, replied it was too early to tell.
In the mortal heat of a Covid-19 crisis intensifying as scientists warn it’s too soon for lockdown easing, we’ve the benefit of zero hindsight.
Yet this increasingly feels a Thatcher poll tax moment for Johnson personally, and possibly a Black Wednesday crash for the Conservatives.
Image: PA) PA)
Johnson sinking into the coronavirus quicksand and clinging stupidly to Dominic Cummings, who these days is more feather duster than Cock of the North as voters taken for idiots demand the oddball svengali’s full plucking, is not one but two free gifts for a Keir Starmer on firmer ground.
The Labour leader’s +25% net popularity rating when Johnson’s down to -5% is voters liking the figure who behaves like a Prime Minister and disapproving of the other who resides in Downing Street.
PMQs is a compelling courtroom drama, the ex-chief prosecutor constructing a foolproof case against the fool repeatedly caught fibbing.
Labour has still to nudge ahead in the polls and I recall David Cameron and the Tories being written off in 2012 over the pasty tax Budget before beating Ed Miliband at the 2015 election.
Disloyalty is the Tories secret weapon and a prominent blue MP told me his party wouldn’t hesitate to send Johnson to sleep with the fishes, a fate suffered by Theresa May and even Margaret Thatcher, if a switch at the top allowed the Cons to pose as a fresh party running against itself.
But coronavirus shaking up politics leaves redundant predictions a few months ago that Labour could never win the next election.
It might be as far off as December 2024. That’s many of Harold Wilson’s long weeks and ample time for Harold Macmillan’s events.
There remains a long march ahead for Starmer before attempting to scale a hazardous mountain.
Reams of terms and conditions must be attached to predictions.
But I’ll make one: Johnson won’t make it.
He’ll be dumped. The stumbling PM will be the final victim of his colossal failures.
Good riddance.


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--Newsboy's racing tips for Newcastle and Deauville on Monday

MAGICAL JOURNEY should get punters off to the perfect re-start as British racing makes its long-awaited comeback at Newcastle on Monday .
It is 76 days since Taunton and Wetherby hosted the last action before the country went into coronavirus lockdown .
But the green light to resume came from Downing Street on Saturday - and Gosforth Park serves up a 10-race programme .
Magical Journey ( 11/8 ) * faces 11 opponents for the Betway Novice Stakes ( Div I ) ( 2.45 ) and James Tate ’ s filly is confidently expected to come out on top .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ at 14-1 for a Listed test for fillies over six at Newmarket at the beginning of November , and was anything but embarrassed in running a three-quarter-length second to Mild Illusion .
My selection stuck determinedly to her task but found the enterprisingly ridden winner beyond recall .
There is a stack of improvement to come and Magical Journey should make use of the drop in grade at the expense of market rival Art Power .
At Deauville , ECRIVAIN ( 7/2 ) is the selection to go 2-1 up in his private @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Poule d ’ Essai des Poulains ( 2.50 ) .
Victor Ludorum , who heads the market for the one-mile test - the Emirates-sponsored French 2,000 Guineas has been moved from Longchamp - scored the opening salvo with a victory in the Group 1 Prix Jean-Luc Lagardère on the Prix de l ’ Arc de Triomphe undercard last October .
Ecrivain was back in fourth that day , but the Carlos Laffon-Parias trainee levelled the score when the pair finished second and third respectively to The Summit in the Group 3 Prix de @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The winner had a length-and-three-quarter margin that day - there was a further three parts between Ecrivain and Victor Ludorum - but that doesn ’ t tell the whole story .
Maxime Guyon found his path blocked when attempting to make ground on Ecrivain on the run to the final quarter mile , before the son of Lope De Vega came home with purpose - and he can come out on top this time .
Victor Ludorum ’ s trainer André Fabre saddles TROPBEAU ( 2/1 ) in the French equivalent of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Essai des Pouliches ( 3.25 ) .
The favourite looks like she will be hard to beat .
*Odds correct at the time of publication

Tomorrow's meeting at Newcastle and a Championship League snooker event from Milton Keynes are the first sporting events taking place since the lockdown began
Racing tips, preview and odds for Newcastle and Deauville's Guineas meeting on Monday
MAGICAL JOURNEY should get punters off to the perfect re-start as British racing makes its long-awaited comeback at Newcastle on Monday.
It is 76 days since Taunton and Wetherby hosted the last action before the country went into coronavirus lockdown.
But the green light to resume came from Downing Street on Saturday - and Gosforth Park serves up a 10-race programme.
Magical Journey (11/8)* faces 11 opponents for the Betway Novice Stakes (Div I) (2.45) and James Tate’s filly is confidently expected to come out on top.
PJ McDonald’s mount went off at 14-1 for a Listed test for fillies over six at Newmarket at the beginning of November, and was anything but embarrassed in running a three-quarter-length second to Mild Illusion.
Image: PA) PA)
My selection stuck determinedly to her task but found the enterprisingly ridden winner beyond recall.
There is a stack of improvement to come and Magical Journey should make use of the drop in grade at the expense of market rival Art Power.
At Deauville, ECRIVAIN (7/2) is the selection to go 2-1 up in his private battle with Victor Ludorum by landing the Poule d’Essai des Poulains (2.50).
Victor Ludorum, who heads the market for the one-mile test - the Emirates-sponsored French 2,000 Guineas has been moved from Longchamp - scored the opening salvo with a victory in the Group 1 Prix Jean-Luc Lagardère on the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe undercard last October.
Ecrivain was back in fourth that day, but the Carlos Laffon-Parias trainee levelled the score when the pair finished second and third respectively to The Summit in the Group 3 Prix de Fontainebleau in Paris three weeks ago.
The winner had a length-and-three-quarter margin that day - there was a further three parts between Ecrivain and Victor Ludorum - but that doesn’t tell the whole story.
Maxime Guyon found his path blocked when attempting to make ground on Ecrivain on the run to the final quarter mile, before the son of Lope De Vega came home with purpose - and he can come out on top this time.
Victor Ludorum’s trainer André Fabre saddles TROPBEAU (2/1) in the French equivalent of the 1,000 Guineas, the Poule d’Essai des Pouliches (3.25).
The favourite looks like she will be hard to beat.
NEWCASTLE
1.00 TIERCEL
1.35 MUTASAAMY
2.10 BOND’S BOY
2.45 MAGICAL JOURNEY (NAP)
3.20 YOUSINI
3.55 ROCK OF DIAMONDS
4.30 BHANGRA
5.05 ICE PYRAMID (NB)
5.40 FRANKLY DARLING
6.15 VALYRIAN STEEL
DEAUVILLE
12.30 SIMPLY STRIKING
1.00 FOREVER COCO
1.35 TROU AUX BICHES
2.15 TANTPISPOUREUX
2.50 ECRIVAIN
3.25 TROPBEAU
4.00 DAWN INTELLO
5.10 ALWAYS SOMEWHERE
5.45 RIVER OF SILVER
*Odds correct at the time of publication