thedailymirror--2020-02-24--Jamie Redknapp explains why Erling Haaland made the right decision snubbing Man Utd transfer

Erling Haaland was right to snub a move to Manchester United in January , according to Jamie Redknapp .
Haaland was tipped to head to the Red Devils after his stunning form for Red Bull Salzburg alerted Europe 's top clubs .
But despite obvious links with former Molde boss and Norwegian compatriot Ole Gunnar Solskjaer , he opted to move to Borussia Dortmund instead .
His remarkable season has continued with an astonishing goalscoring run for the Bundesliga side , including a double against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League last-16 last week .
Former Liverpool midfielder Redknapp insists @ @ @ @ @ @ @ United and avoid the pressure of aiming to follow in the footsteps of Dad Alf-Inge Haaland in the Premier League at such an early stage in his development .
Writing in his Daily Mail column , Redknapp said : He said in his Daily Mail column : `` Though Manchester United were linked , I believe Haaland made the right call in deciding to cut his teeth in the Bundesliga .
`` It is n't easy trying to follow in your old man 's footsteps .
In fact , it puts more pressure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` 'Oh , he 's so-and-so 's son ... ' I made it into professional football , and so did Frank Lampard , Jordi Cruyff and Paul Dalglish , among others .
`` Jamie Carragher 's son is a good player at Wigan and my boy is in the academy at Chelsea .
`` Now we 're seeing Erling Braut Haaland , the son of Alf-Inge , ripping it up in Germany at the age of 19 .
`` Eight games for Borussia Dortmund , 12 goals .
Dortmund is a great place @ @ @ @ @ @ @ future Premier League move can wait ! ''
Haaland last week warned he is only going to get better after his brace against PSG , taking his Champions League tally up to 11 goals in seven games .
Haaland said : `` I am glad about the man of the match award , but feel like I still can do a lot better .
`` I have to play better at this level , have to work hard to improve .
`` The result is quite a dangerous one , as PSG has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ go through in the return leg . ''

Erling Haaland wins praise from Lucien Favre after firing Dortmund to win over PSG
Erling Haaland wins praise from Lucien Favre after firing Dortmund to win over PSG
Erling Haaland made the right call when he opted to snub Manchester United to join Borussia Dortmund in January, according to former Liverpool star Jamie Redknapp
Erling Haaland was right to snub a move to Manchester United in January, according to Jamie Redknapp.
Haaland was tipped to head to the Red Devils after his stunning form for Red Bull Salzburg alerted Europe's top clubs.
But despite obvious links with former Molde boss and Norwegian compatriot Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, he opted to move to Borussia Dortmund instead.
His remarkable season has continued with an astonishing goalscoring run for the Bundesliga side, including a double against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League last-16 last week.
Former Liverpool midfielder Redknapp insists he was right not to head to United and avoid the pressure of aiming to follow in the footsteps of Dad Alf-Inge Haaland in the Premier League at such an early stage in his development.
Image: DAVID HECKER/EPA-EFE/REX) DAVID HECKER/EPA-EFE/REX)
Writing in his Daily Mail column, Redknapp said: He said in his Daily Mail column: "Though Manchester United were linked, I believe Haaland made the right call in deciding to cut his teeth in the Bundesliga.
"It isn't easy trying to follow in your old man's footsteps. In fact, it puts more pressure on you because people pre-judge you.
"'Oh, he's so-and-so's son...' I made it into professional football, and so did Frank Lampard, Jordi Cruyff and Paul Dalglish, among others.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
"Jamie Carragher's son is a good player at Wigan and my boy is in the academy at Chelsea.
"Now we're seeing Erling Braut Haaland, the son of Alf-Inge, ripping it up in Germany at the age of 19.
"Eight games for Borussia Dortmund, 12 goals. Dortmund is a great place to gain a footballing education. That future Premier League move can wait!"
Haaland last week warned he is only going to get better after his brace against PSG, taking his Champions League tally up to 11 goals in seven games.
Haaland said: "I am glad about the man of the match award, but feel like I still can do a lot better.
"I have to play better at this level, have to work hard to improve.
"The result is quite a dangerous one, as PSG has a very strong team and can still go through in the return leg."


thedailymirror--2020-02-24--Eddie Nketiah explains story behind his phone call celebration after Everton strike

Eddie Nketiah has revealed the reason behind his phone call goal celebration .
The Arsenal striker mimed making a call after his opening goal against Everton yesterday – his second strike in only his second Premier League start .
And the 20-year-old former England youth international said his now trademark Carly Rae Jepsen-style celebration started before he broke into the Gunners first team .
“ In pre-season the Arsenal Media came up with a little thing 'call me if you need a goal ' so I have kind of just stuck with it , ” he said .
“ A @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they are eager for me to dial them up if I get on the scoresheet so I try to enjoy each goal , whether that is youth level , in the park , anywhere I always try to celebrate and enjoy it and it is always a blessing to score.
” Nketiah insisted he is now a better player for his loan spell under Marcelo Bielsa at Leeds despite only starting only two Championship games .
“ My Leeds experience was good for me , I learned as a player , ” he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ played as much as I want but I had good moments when I was there when I came on and played .
`` If you check my minutes to goal ratio it ’ s quite good but obviously it ’ s just how things are .
It ’ s a very good environment to be in , it ’ s a very demanding coach and I learned a lot .
`` You have to learn about yourself and take each opportunity as it comes .
I ’ m here playing at Arsenal , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nearly went back out on loan to Bristol City last month – the move was even flagged on the Arsenal website – before Mikel Arteta wanted him to stay .
“ He was a bit 50:50 on letting me go anyway and I was 50:50 as well , ” Nketiah continued .
“ He likes this mentality and obviously the quality I have , I try to showcase that .
`` I ’ m grateful he ’ s given me the opportunity he has and I just want to keep learning .
I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , make sure my mentality is right each day and keep improving .
“ I believe in God , I 'm a very religious person so I know my time will come so it is just about treating each day as it comes , not letting your head get down if you do n't get minutes and proving each day that you deserve to play and work hard for the chance so when you get it you can take it .
“ Mikel has shown that if you do well he will continue @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that is all you can ask as a player .
”

Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah has detailed the reason behind his trademark goal celebration after his strike helped the Gunners to victory over Everton
Eddie Nketiah has revealed the reason behind his phone call goal celebration.
The Arsenal striker mimed making a call after his opening goal against Everton yesterday – his second strike in only his second Premier League start.
And the 20-year-old former England youth international said his now trademark Carly Rae Jepsen-style celebration started before he broke into the Gunners first team.
“In pre-season the Arsenal Media came up with a little thing 'call me if you need a goal' so I have kind of just stuck with it,” he said.
“A lot of my friends like it so they are eager for me to dial them up if I get on the scoresheet so I try to enjoy each goal, whether that is youth level, in the park, anywhere I always try to celebrate and enjoy it and it is always a blessing to score.”
Image: Action Images via Reuters) Action Images via Reuters)
Nketiah insisted he is now a better player for his loan spell under Marcelo Bielsa at Leeds despite only starting only two Championship games.
“My Leeds experience was good for me, I learned as a player,” he claimed. “I might not have played as much as I want but I had good moments when I was there when I came on and played.
"If you check my minutes to goal ratio it’s quite good but obviously it’s just how things are. It’s a very good environment to be in, it’s a very demanding coach and I learned a lot.
"You have to learn about yourself and take each opportunity as it comes. I’m here playing at Arsenal, which is a dream.”
The striker nearly went back out on loan to Bristol City last month – the move was even flagged on the Arsenal website – before Mikel Arteta wanted him to stay.
“He was a bit 50:50 on letting me go anyway and I was 50:50 as well,” Nketiah continued. “He likes this mentality and obviously the quality I have, I try to showcase that.
"I’m grateful he’s given me the opportunity he has and I just want to keep learning. I just want to keep learning of him, make sure my mentality is right each day and keep improving.
“I believe in God, I'm a very religious person so I know my time will come so it is just about treating each day as it comes, not letting your head get down if you don't get minutes and proving each day that you deserve to play and work hard for the chance so when you get it you can take it.
“Mikel has shown that if you do well he will continue to reward you with the opportunity and that is all you can ask as a player.”


thedailymirror--2020-02-24--Making plans with no intention of going out is more common than you think

Let 's all be honest for a moment - we 've all made exciting plans with our nearest and dearest that we never actually intended to follow through with .
Whatever excuse you come up with as to why you ca n't meet your mum for dinner or go out partying with your best friend , we 've all done it .
And it 's much more common than you think .
A study by Privilege Insurance says that more than a quarter of 2,000 Brits surveyed say yes to plans even though they knew they would never go .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'sorry , I do n't feel up to it ' , we lie and give the impression that we are truly well and truly ... up for it .
As a result around one third of plans that are made , never happen .
Privilege Insurance found that 25 per cent of people use the excuse of feeling ill , 27 per cent say they have a family commitment , and 17 per cent have said they have a work crisis .
A pet illness or double booking are also on the list @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Christian Mendes , head of Privilege Home Insurance , said : `` Our lives are busier than ever so it 's understandable why so many of us are cancelling plans to enjoy some much-needed downtime .
`` The research shows a large majority of us are unwilling to succumb to the social pressures of going out when in fact we 'd rather stay at home .
`` Whilst it 's important to maintain relationships with friends , it 's healthy to see we 're putting our own happiness first . ''
But it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the worst offenders , with 16 per cent of them cancelling plans , compared to 13 per cent of 18-34 year olds .
Women are also deemed more reliable than men with 63 per cent of them attending social plans , whereas men only make it to 58 per cent of them .

More than one quarter of us Brits say yes to plans, with the intention of cancelling them later on, finds study
Making plans with no intention of going out is more common than you think
Let's all be honest for a moment - we've all made exciting plans with our nearest and dearest that we never actually intended to follow through with.
Whatever excuse you come up with as to why you can't meet your mum for dinner or go out partying with your best friend, we've all done it.
And it's much more common than you think.
A study by Privilege Insurance says that more than a quarter of 2,000 Brits surveyed say yes to plans even though they knew they would never go.
So, instead of simply saying, 'sorry, I don't feel up to it', we lie and give the impression that we are truly well and truly... up for it.
Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Getty Images/iStockphoto)
As a result around one third of plans that are made, never happen.
Privilege Insurance found that 25 per cent of people use the excuse of feeling ill, 27 per cent say they have a family commitment, and 17 per cent have said they have a work crisis.
A pet illness or double booking are also on the list of common excuses for cancelling plans.
Christian Mendes, head of Privilege Home Insurance, said: "Our lives are busier than ever so it's understandable why so many of us are cancelling plans to enjoy some much-needed downtime.
"The research shows a large majority of us are unwilling to succumb to the social pressures of going out when in fact we'd rather stay at home.
"Whilst it's important to maintain relationships with friends, it's healthy to see we're putting our own happiness first."
But it seems that 35-53 year olds are actually the worst offenders, with 16 per cent of them cancelling plans, compared to 13 per cent of 18-34 year olds.
Women are also deemed more reliable than men with 63 per cent of them attending social plans, whereas men only make it to 58 per cent of them.


thedailymirror--2020-02-24--Keir Starmer refuses to say if he'll give Jeremy Corbyn a job in his top team

Labour leadership frontrunner Keir Starmer has refused to say if he would offer Jeremy Corbyn a job in his top team if he wins the contest .
The shadow Brexit secretary insisted he had `` not discussed the shadow cabinet with anybody '' when pressed over his plans today .
The outgoing Labour leader - blamed by many for the party 's devastating defeat at the election - said last week that he would serve in his successor 's shadow cabinet if they asked him to .
Mr Starmer 's rival for the top job Becky Long-Bailey has previously suggested @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It comes as Labour members start voting for the next Labour leader - who will be tasked with recovering the party from its catastrophic general election defeat , the worst since 1935 .
Mr Starmer also vowed to scrap salary thresholds for migrants coming to Britain if he wins , saying it was `` profoundly the wrong approach '' .
The bookies ' favourite insisted he was not guaranteed to become Labour leader as the members ' ballot opens today - with more than 500,000 members deciding a winner by April 4 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Corbyn a job he said : `` I have not discussed with anyone who might be in a shadow cabinet because I ’ m not so presumptuous as to think I ’ m going to win .
`` I ’ m focused on actually getting every vote in . ''
The Labour MP - who has vowed to bring back EU freedom of movement - also tried to cement his place as the pro-EU candidate by pledging to axe salary thresholds for migrants coming to Britain .
Last week , the Home Office @ @ @ @ @ @ @ immigration system - with points awarded for key requirements like being able to speak English to a certain level , having a job offer from an approved employer , and meeting a minimum salary threshold .
The salary threshold for skilled migrants will be lowered to £25,600 for those coming to the UK with a job offer and there may be concessions for those earning no less than £20,480 as long as they still meet certain requirements or their occupation is short of staff .
Sir Keir told BBC Radio 4 's Today @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has just taken is completely wrong - where they are equating the worth of an individual coming to this country by how much money they earn .
I think that 's profoundly the wrong approach ... '' I think the idea that if you do n't earn a certain salary you 're not bringing anything of any worth to this country is offensive . ''
Asked if he would do away with salary thresholds , he replied : `` I would - I do not think they are the right measure for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ country . ''

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Rebecca Long-Bailey had suggested there'd be a role for Jeremy Corbyn if she wins - and the outgoing leader said he'd be 'happy to serve'. But Keir Starmer said answering the question was presumptuous
Keir Starmer refuses to say if he'll give Jeremy Corbyn a job in his top team
Labour leadership frontrunner Keir Starmer has refused to say if he would offer Jeremy Corbyn a job in his top team if he wins the contest.
The shadow Brexit secretary insisted he had "not discussed the shadow cabinet with anybody" when pressed over his plans today.
The outgoing Labour leader - blamed by many for the party's devastating defeat at the election - said last week that he would serve in his successor's shadow cabinet if they asked him to.
Mr Starmer's rival for the top job Becky Long-Bailey has previously suggested she would offer Mr Corbyn a job.
It comes as Labour members start voting for the next Labour leader - who will be tasked with recovering the party from its catastrophic general election defeat, the worst since 1935.
Mr Starmer also vowed to scrap salary thresholds for migrants coming to Britain if he wins, saying it was "profoundly the wrong approach".
Image: Ian Forsyth) Ian Forsyth)
The bookies' favourite insisted he was not guaranteed to become Labour leader as the members' ballot opens today - with more than 500,000 members deciding a winner by April 4.
Asked if he would give Mr Corbyn a job he said: "I have not discussed with anyone who might be in a shadow cabinet because I’m not so presumptuous as to think I’m going to win.
"I’m focused on actually getting every vote in."
Image: Rowan Griffiths / Daily Mirror) Rowan Griffiths / Daily Mirror)
The Labour MP - who has vowed to bring back EU freedom of movement - also tried to cement his place as the pro-EU candidate by pledging to axe salary thresholds for migrants coming to Britain.
Last week, the Home Office announced that it would introduce a points-based immigration system - with points awarded for key requirements like being able to speak English to a certain level, having a job offer from an approved employer, and meeting a minimum salary threshold.
The salary threshold for skilled migrants will be lowered to £25,600 for those coming to the UK with a job offer and there may be concessions for those earning no less than £20,480 as long as they still meet certain requirements or their occupation is short of staff.
Sir Keir told BBC Radio 4's Today programme: "The position the Government has just taken is completely wrong - where they are equating the worth of an individual coming to this country by how much money they earn. I think that's profoundly the wrong approach...
"I think the idea that if you don't earn a certain salary you're not bringing anything of any worth to this country is offensive."
Asked if he would do away with salary thresholds, he replied: "I would - I do not think they are the right measure for the worth of an individual coming to this country."


thedailymirror--2020-02-24--Charlotte Crosby teases massive back tattoo – and her mum is not impressed

Charlotte Crosby has teased fans with a massive yet-to-be-revealed back tattoo , and her mum is not happy about it .
The Geordie Shore star who is currently down under in Australia spent seven hours in the tattoo chair at Bondi Ink yesterday .
Even her tattooist Callie-Jo , who stars on MTV ’ s ‘ Just Tattoo Of Us ’ said this is the “ biggest tattoo [ she ’ s ] done in a long time.
” Charlotte teased fans with the big reveal , telling them she would unveil the piece when it ’ s healed in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the tattoo may divide opinions , as it ’ s already caused some friction with her mum , who does not seem impressed .
After sending a snap of the new inking to her mum , she received a less than favourable response .
The 29-year-old told her mum her dad had said she could do whatever she wanted and that she ’ s a “ grown woman ” .
Her poor mum admitted she “ could cry ” before telling her daughter her “ Sunday is ruined ” .
“ It ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exclaimed .
Charlotte ’ s mum may have cause for concern given the Geordie ’ s track record of regrettable tattoos .
Last year she finally started getting her tattoo tributes to ex Stephen Bear removed more than a year after their split .
She split with Bear in December 2017 , but not before having two inkings etched on her skin .
She ended up with the designs through their co-hosting duties on MTV show Just Tattoo Of Us .
Bear inked a fish on Charlotte 's wrist and also designed a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in tears when she saw it .
It was at the end of the first series when they were tasked with taking part in the show by designing secret tattoos for each other .
Charlotte picked a portrait of herself with the words 'You 're fired ' underneath it , but Bear pulled out , saying he could n't handle the pain , despite already being heavily tattooed .
The tattoo he designed for her was an animal with half a bear 's face and half a cheetah 's face , with him @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she 'd cheated on her boyfriend with him .
Charlotte was devastated , but later said that she 'd come to like the tattoo , before starting the process of having them layered off last year .
Charlotte has been spending time on Australia ’ s Gold Coast .
The newly single reality star has risked very revealing wardrobe malfunctions on her trip , and shown her recent ex Ryan Gallagher what he ’ s missing .
Charlotte confirmed last week that she and Ryan had split up after a striking up a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Get Me Out of Here !
Australia .
The reality star insisted that the pair are “ still friends ” and she “ loves him to bits ” .
She admitted the “ bubble popped ” as they adjusted to everyday life after their time in the jungle and struggled with the issue of long distance .
It was believed that the I 'm A Celeb star had jetted back Down Under to see Ryan for Valentine 's Day before they called it quits .

Charlotte Crosby spent 7 hours getting a tattoo and her mum is not pleased
Charlotte Crosby spent 7 hours getting a tattoo and her mum is not pleased
The Geordie Shore star had teased fans with the big reveal, telling them she would unveil the piece when it’s healed in a few days, before posing completely nude to show off the piece
Charlotte Crosby unveils massive back tattoo in naked snap – and her mum is not impressed
Charlotte Crosby has unveiled a massive news back tattoo, and her mum is not happy about it.
The Geordie Shore star who is currently down under in Australia spent seven hours in the tattoo chair at Bondi Ink yesterday getting a dragon tattooed.
Even her tattooist Callie-Jo, who stars on MTV’s ‘Just Tattoo Of Us’ said this is the “biggest tattoo [she’s] done in a long time.”
Charlotte teased fans with the big reveal, telling them she would unveil the piece when it’s healed in a few days before posing completely nude in the mirror to show off the piece.
But it seems the tattoo may divide opinions, as it’s already caused some friction with her mum, who does not seem impressed.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
After sending a snap of the new inking to her mum, she received a less than favourable response.
“For f*cks sake, why?” Her mum Letitia replied.
The 29-year-old told her mum her dad had said she could do whatever she wanted and that she’s a “grown woman”.
Her poor mum admitted she “could cry” before telling her daughter her “Sunday is ruined”.
“It’s so big,” her mum exclaimed. Charlotte’s mum may have cause for concern given the Geordie’s track record of regrettable tattoos.
Image: Instagram) Instagram) Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Last year she finally started getting her tattoo tributes to ex Stephen Bear removed more than a year after their split.
She split with Bear in December 2017, but not before having two inkings etched on her skin.
She ended up with the designs through their co-hosting duties on MTV show Just Tattoo Of Us.
Bear inked a fish on Charlotte's wrist and also designed a shocking tattoo for her that left her in tears when she saw it.
It was at the end of the first series when they were tasked with taking part in the show by designing secret tattoos for each other.
Image: MTV) MTV)
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Charlotte picked a portrait of herself with the words 'You're fired' underneath it, but Bear pulled out, saying he couldn't handle the pain, despite already being heavily tattooed.
The tattoo he designed for her was an animal with half a bear's face and half a cheetah's face, with him using it to expose the fact that she'd cheated on her boyfriend with him.
Charlotte was devastated, but later said that she'd come to like the tattoo, before starting the process of having them layered off last year.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Charlotte has been spending time on Australia’s Gold Coast.
The newly single reality star has risked very revealing wardrobe malfunctions on her trip, and shown her recent ex Ryan Gallagher what he’s missing.
Charlotte confirmed last week that she and Ryan had split up after a striking up a romance on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! Australia.
The reality star insisted that the pair are “still friends” and she “loves him to bits”.
She admitted the “bubble popped” as they adjusted to everyday life after their time in the jungle and struggled with the issue of long distance.
It was believed that the I'm A Celeb star had jetted back Down Under to see Ryan for Valentine's Day before they called it quits.


thedailymirror--2020-02-24--Mum and daughter 'sparked mid-air riot on plane with drunken, foul mouthed rant'

A drunken mother and daughter sparked a mid-air `` riot '' after refusing to stop swearing , a court heard .
Karin Parkes , 56 , and 34-year old Carrie triggered a `` full on fight '' involving up to 20 men at 30,000 feet after they kept saying the C-word having drunk pink gin , it was alleged .
Staff on the easyJet flight from Manchester to Agadir in Morocco tried to calm the two women , but Carrie Parkes allegedly stuck her fingers in her ears and said : `` I 'm not listening to that vile c*** @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to refrain from using bad language but was met with a volley of slurs , it was claimed .
The captain of the aircraft eventually diverted to Casablanca after staff told him the rear of the cabin where the group were sitting was `` out of control . ''
During the rampage Karin Parkes swung a punch at a steward while Carrie had to be forcibly held down by other passengers after she demanded to use the toilet when the plane was coming into land , a court heard .
A near empty @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Gin and empty bottles of vodka were found near their seats .
The pair , both from Blackpool , Lancashire were later detained by police .
Manchester Magistrates ' Court heard the January 19 , 2019 incident began after flight EZ1905 took off at 3.30pm from Terminal One , Manchester .
Nick Smart , prosecuting , said : `` One hour into the flight crew members at the rear of the aircraft had to ask a large group of males and two females to keep the noise down .
`` Later the cabin @ @ @ @ @ @ @ whilst addressing them he heard one say : 'you can f*** off you c*** .
`` He formed the view they were intoxicated and decided no more alcohol would be served .
`` But on several more occasions the group had to be told to keep the noise down by various crew members .
`` When told to quieten down Carrie Parkes put her fingers in her ears and said ' I 'm not listening to that vile c*** .
`` Karin Parkers then punched Carrie in the arm and told her not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` The cabin officer turned to go on his duties but then heard someone say 'do what the f*** you want I 'm not arsed , we will see what happens ' . ''
The lawyer said that the pairs ' eyes were `` red and glazed '' and that Carrie Parkes fell off her seat while trying to kneel on it .
A short while later crew members collected rubbish and found the near empty bottle of gin .
The cabin officer told Carrie Parkes that the captain had been told @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would informed further if their alleged behaviour continued .
`` But at this stage Karin Parkes came up to him shouting at his face saying he showed no duty of care towards Carrie , '' Mr Smart said .
`` He considered she was drunk as she smelled strongly of alcohol , her eyes were glazed and she had stumbled towards him .
`` She then swung her arm towards him with a closed fist her knuckle slid past his jaw .
Other passengers got out of their seats trying to hold her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ plane to Casablanca .
`` The seat belt signs were illuminated but Carrie Parkes was shouting she needed the toilet .
`` She stood up and was held down by nearby males but stood up again and refused to sit .
`` When the plane landed Carrie Parkes at first refused to leave and began swearing at the cabin crew before eventually leaving somewhat violently . ''
Cabin manager Liam Dickson explained to the hearing how he went to the back of the plane to speak to members of the group .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ away I heard abuse being thrown a me like : ' I 'm not listening to you , you vile c*** . '
`` I knew it was the daughter 's voice because I had just been talking to her .
I said 'there is no need to speak to me like that ' but she was n't interested - I could tell she had had a few drinks . ''
Mr Dickson said Carrie Parkes continued swearing despite the suggestions of her mum that she should stop .
The group allegedly began @ @ @ @ @ @ @ younger woman began hitting the seat .
`` Then the mother started coming towards me she was staggering towards me and again I could smell alcohol , '' Mr Dickson said .
`` Her words were 'you 've got no duty of care for my daughter ' and she did actually put her fists up towards me I managed to step back her knuckles did catch the right side of my jaw .
`` She was very close .
She was just out of control .
`` There were lads at this point @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and I did n't know if they were coming to protect or attack us .
`` I stepped back and there was quite a big passenger who had grabbed Karin by her arms and dragged her to the back galley .
`` There was a lot of fists flying around with other passengers .
It was as if there was a riot happening at the back of the cabin and there were at least 15-20 men stood up at this point and I was very concerned .
`` I actually went into the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cabin was out of control and a full on fight was happening .
`` I requested a divert straight away , the captain just asked me to keep it under control . ''
Mr Dickson said Carrie Parkes was 'out of control ' by this point and was standing in the aisle as the plane came in to land .
He continued : `` Carrie took a while to get off - she was in the galley crying to the crew members .
There was a lot of kicking off , screaming , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up towards the passengers telling them to `` f*** off '' .
She made quite a big scene while she was getting off the aircraft .
`` It did play on my mind for a long time in the way they was trying to physically assault myself and crew members .
`` It a very hard situation to deal with .
They were out of control , threatening and abusive . ''
The two women both deny being drunk on an aircraft .
A third passenger Jonathan Thomas , 36 , also from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ aircraft .

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Karin and Carrie Parkes stood trial together at Manchester Magistrates' Court accused of almost triggering a fight on board an easyJet flight from Manchester to Agadir in Morocco
A drunken mother and daughter sparked a mid-air "riot" after refusing to stop swearing, a court heard.
Karin Parkes, 56, and 34-year old Carrie triggered a "full on fight" involving up to 20 men at 30,000 feet after they kept saying the C-word having drunk pink gin, it was alleged.
Staff on the easyJet flight from Manchester to Agadir in Morocco tried to calm the two women, but Carrie Parkes allegedly stuck her fingers in her ears and said: "I'm not listening to that vile c***"
A cabin manager urged the group to refrain from using bad language but was met with a volley of slurs, it was claimed.
The captain of the aircraft eventually diverted to Casablanca after staff told him the rear of the cabin where the group were sitting was "out of control."
Image: Cavendish Press (Manchester) Ltd) Cavendish Press (Manchester) Ltd)
During the rampage Karin Parkes swung a punch at a steward while Carrie had to be forcibly held down by other passengers after she demanded to use the toilet when the plane was coming into land, a court heard.
A near empty one litre bottle of Gordon's Pink Gin and empty bottles of vodka were found near their seats.
The pair, both from Blackpool, Lancashire were later detained by police.
Manchester Magistrates' Court heard the January 19, 2019 incident began after flight EZ1905 took off at 3.30pm from Terminal One, Manchester.
Nick Smart, prosecuting, said: "One hour into the flight crew members at the rear of the aircraft had to ask a large group of males and two females to keep the noise down.
"Later the cabin manager spoke to all of them but whilst addressing them he heard one say: 'you can f*** off you c***.
"He formed the view they were intoxicated and decided no more alcohol would be served.
"But on several more occasions the group had to be told to keep the noise down by various crew members.
Image: Cavendish Press (Manchester) Ltd) Cavendish Press (Manchester) Ltd)
"When told to quieten down Carrie Parkes put her fingers in her ears and said 'I'm not listening to that vile c***.
"Karin Parkers then punched Carrie in the arm and told her not to speak to the crew like that.
"The cabin officer turned to go on his duties but then heard someone say 'do what the f*** you want I'm not arsed, we will see what happens'."
The lawyer said that the pairs' eyes were "red and glazed" and that Carrie Parkes fell off her seat while trying to kneel on it.
A short while later crew members collected rubbish and found the near empty bottle of gin.
The cabin officer told Carrie Parkes that the captain had been told about the situation and warned that he would informed further if their alleged behaviour continued.
"But at this stage Karin Parkes came up to him shouting at his face saying he showed no duty of care towards Carrie," Mr Smart said.
"He considered she was drunk as she smelled strongly of alcohol, her eyes were glazed and she had stumbled towards him.
"She then swung her arm towards him with a closed fist her knuckle slid past his jaw. Other passengers got out of their seats trying to hold her back it was decided to divert the plane to Casablanca.
Image: Cavendish Press (Manchester) Ltd) Cavendish Press (Manchester) Ltd)
"The seat belt signs were illuminated but Carrie Parkes was shouting she needed the toilet.
"She stood up and was held down by nearby males but stood up again and refused to sit.
"When the plane landed Carrie Parkes at first refused to leave and began swearing at the cabin crew before eventually leaving somewhat violently."
Cabin manager Liam Dickson explained to the hearing how he went to the back of the plane to speak to members of the group.
He said: "But as I turned away I heard abuse being thrown a me like: 'I'm not listening to you, you vile c***.'
"I knew it was the daughter's voice because I had just been talking to her. I said 'there is no need to speak to me like that' but she wasn't interested - I could tell she had had a few drinks."
Mr Dickson said Carrie Parkes continued swearing despite the suggestions of her mum that she should stop.
The group allegedly began to play music through speakers while the younger woman began hitting the seat.
"Then the mother started coming towards me she was staggering towards me and again I could smell alcohol," Mr Dickson said.
Image: Cavendish Press (Manchester) Ltd) Cavendish Press (Manchester) Ltd)
"Her words were 'you've got no duty of care for my daughter' and she did actually put her fists up towards me I managed to step back her knuckles did catch the right side of my jaw.
"She was very close. She was just out of control.
"There were lads at this point who had jumped out of their seats and I didn't know if they were coming to protect or attack us.
"I stepped back and there was quite a big passenger who had grabbed Karin by her arms and dragged her to the back galley.
"There was a lot of fists flying around with other passengers. It was as if there was a riot happening at the back of the cabin and there were at least 15-20 men stood up at this point and I was very concerned.
"I actually went into the flight deck to tell them that the cabin was out of control and a full on fight was happening.
"I requested a divert straight away, the captain just asked me to keep it under control."
Mr Dickson said Carrie Parkes was 'out of control' by this point and was standing in the aisle as the plane came in to land.
He continued: "Carrie took a while to get off - she was in the galley crying to the crew members. There was a lot of kicking off, screaming, shouting.
Image: Cavendish Press) Cavendish Press)
"She had her fingers up towards the passengers telling them to "f*** off". She made quite a big scene while she was getting off the aircraft.
"It did play on my mind for a long time in the way they was trying to physically assault myself and crew members.
"It a very hard situation to deal with. They were out of control, threatening and abusive."
The two women both deny being drunk on an aircraft.
Karin Parkes also denies assault on Mr Dickson.
A third passenger Jonathan Thomas, 36, also from Blackpool, denies being drunk on an aircraft.
The trial continues.


thedailymirror--2020-02-24--Love Island fans fume after Siannise and Luke T fail to be crowned champions in final

Love Island viewers were left frustrated that Siannise Fudge , 25 , and Luke Trotman , 22 , failed to snap up the crown during last night ’ s finale .
The couple , who had been the bookies ’ favourites to win until the final moments , narrowly lost out to Paige , 22 , and Finn , 20 , who became the show ’ s reigning champions .
Fans appeared devastated by the result and vented on social media about the shock results .
“ You ’ re telling me Luke T did a whole disney scavenger hunt @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and you guys voted phone-reading Finn and Paige to win ?
Heh ?
# LoveIsland , ” wrote one confused fan .
“ May not be the official winners but they ’ re OUR winners period !
lost the electoral college but won the popular vote # loveisland , '' gushed another .
A third viewer could not conceal the admiration for their favourite contender .
“ She started as Shaun Knees ... and now she ’ s leaving as Siânnise Fudge , first of her name , girlfriend of Luke T , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ villa skanker , defender of the Lukes , queen of sass and a fave of the # loveisland 2020 .
That is what you call a journey !
” Siannise and Luke T came runner up to Paige and Finn , who took home a whopping prize of £50,000 .
Finn went on to explain that the prize money would be wisely spent on securing a flat that they could share together in Manchester .
Although some fans were not happy by the final results , others were quick to point out just @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be .
“ If anyone 's disappointed about Siannise and Luke T being runners up , just remember.. # LoveIsland , ” one fan said , alongside an image of several loved-up couples that have remained strong since the end of the show .
In fact , just one winning Love Island couple - Nathan Massey and Cara De La Hoyde - have remained together and since had a child .
Despite the competition , there appeared to be no rivalry between the Love Islanders who went on to party into the early @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Stirling and the wider ITV crew .
Regardless of the results , all of this season 's Love Island finalists are most likely set with influencer deal and social media contracts as their Instagram follower numbers continue to multiply .
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Last winners for a while: Paige and Finn Win Love Island 2020
Last winners for a while: Paige and Finn Win Love Island 2020
After a long and winding season, Love Island finally drew to a close yesterday evening - but some fans weren't happy with the results and felt the runners up deserved the crown
Love Island fans fume after Siannise and Luke T fail to be crowned champions in final
Love Island viewers were left frustrated that Siannise Fudge, 25, and Luke Trotman, 22, failed to snap up the crown during last night’s finale.
The couple, who had been the bookies’ favourites to win until the final moments, narrowly lost out to Paige, 22, and Finn, 20, who became the show’s reigning champions.
Fans appeared devastated by the result and vented on social media about the shock results.
“You’re telling me Luke T did a whole disney scavenger hunt to ask Siannese to be his girlfriend and you guys voted phone-reading Finn and Paige to win? Heh? #LoveIsland,” wrote one confused fan.
“May not be the official winners but they’re OUR winners period! lost the electoral college but won the popular vote #loveisland," gushed another.
A third viewer could not conceal the admiration for their favourite contender.
Image: ITV/REX) ITV/REX)
“She started as Shaun Knees... and now she’s leaving as Siânnise Fudge, first of her name, girlfriend of Luke T, the people’s princess, top villa skanker, defender of the Lukes, queen of sass and a fave of the #loveisland 2020. That is what you call a journey!”
Siannise and Luke T came runner up to Paige and Finn, who took home a whopping prize of £50,000.
Finn went on to explain that the prize money would be wisely spent on securing a flat that they could share together in Manchester.
Image: ITV) ITV) Image: ITV) ITV)
Although some fans were not happy by the final results, others were quick to point out just how successful the runners up tend to be.
“If anyone's disappointed about Siannise and Luke T being runners up, just remember.. #LoveIsland,” one fan said, alongside an image of several loved-up couples that have remained strong since the end of the show.
In fact, just one winning Love Island couple - Nathan Massey and Cara De La Hoyde - have remained together and since had a child.
Image: REX) REX) Image: ITV) ITV)
Despite the competition, there appeared to be no rivalry between the Love Islanders who went on to party into the early hours with hosts Laura Whitemore, Iain Stirling and the wider ITV crew.
Regardless of the results, all of this season's Love Island finalists are most likely set with influencer deal and social media contracts as their Instagram follower numbers continue to multiply.
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thedailymirror--2020-02-24--Ronan Keating and wife Storm expecting baby girl as she jokes about having 'too many kids'

Ronan Keating and wife Storm have revealed they are expecting a baby girl and are `` super excited '' to welcome their second child together , despite the former Boyzone star having `` too many kids '' .
The former singer and his wife announced back in November that they are preparing to welcome their newborn and already have a son - Cooper , two , together .
This will be Ronan 's fifth child as he is already dad to Jack , 20 , Missy , 18 , and Ali , 14 , from his first marriage with Yvonne @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Storm joked : `` I 've always wanted at least one of each sex so I 'm feeling very blessed .
That 's five kids in total now , so that 's enough , we 're going to have to get Ro to have the snip . ''
While the 42-year-old said : `` We 've known for a while whether we 've been having a boy or a girl and it 's been really hard keeping it a secret . ''
Australian-born Storm added : `` People keep asking if we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do , but we 're not saying yet ! '
'' Ronan admitted `` it 's super exciting '' that the pair are having a baby girl , and that `` we are very lucky '' .
Overwhelmed Storm said she `` secretly hoped '' for a girl the first time , but after Cooper 's birth she was convinced `` I could easily have another boy '' .
She continued : `` We 're a little anxious about having a girl and the different dynamic that might bring . ''
Ronan added @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be trickier .
With Cooper being such a dream we 're scared we ca n't get that lucky twice . ''
The chuffed couple met in 2010 when Ronan was a judge on Australian X Factor , and Storm worked as a producer .
Ronan and Storm have been married for five years , and tied the knot in August 2015 .
He split with his ex wife in 2010 after having an affair with Boyzone back-up dancer Francine Cornell .
The pair finalised their divorce in 2015 , before he married Storm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sell ?
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Ronan Keating and his wife Storm are expecting a baby girl together, but she says 'we're going to have to get Ro to have the snip,' with it being the former Boyzone star's fifth child
Ronan Keating and wife Storm expecting baby girl as she jokes about having 'too many kids'
Ronan Keating and wife Storm have revealed they are expecting a baby girl and are "super excited" to welcome their second child together, despite the former Boyzone star having "too many kids".
The former singer and his wife announced back in November that they are preparing to welcome their newborn and already have a son - Cooper, two, together.
This will be Ronan's fifth child as he is already dad to Jack, 20, Missy, 18, and Ali, 14, from his first marriage with Yvonne Connolly.
Speaking to OK! magazine, Storm joked: "I've always wanted at least one of each sex so I'm feeling very blessed. That's five kids in total now, so that's enough, we're going to have to get Ro to have the snip."
While the 42-year-old said: "We've known for a while whether we've been having a boy or a girl and it's been really hard keeping it a secret."
Australian-born Storm added: "People keep asking if we know and we're like, 'We do, but we're not saying yet!'"
Ronan admitted "it's super exciting" that the pair are having a baby girl, and that "we are very lucky".
Overwhelmed Storm said she "secretly hoped" for a girl the first time, but after Cooper's birth she was convinced "I could easily have another boy".
Image: Instagram) Instagram) Image: Instagram) Instagram)
She continued: "We're a little anxious about having a girl and the different dynamic that might bring."
Ronan added: "People say that girls can be trickier. With Cooper being such a dream we're scared we can't get that lucky twice."
The chuffed couple met in 2010 when Ronan was a judge on Australian X Factor, and Storm worked as a producer.
Ronan and Storm have been married for five years, and tied the knot in August 2015.
He split with his ex wife in 2010 after having an affair with Boyzone back-up dancer Francine Cornell. The pair finalised their divorce in 2015, before he married Storm.
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thedailymirror--2020-02-24--England keeping tabs on Giovanni Reyna in four-way scrap for teenager's services

England are monitoring Borussia Dortmund sensation Giovanni Reyna after discovering he is eligible to represent them at international level .
The 17-year-old has burst on the scene in Germany , appearing in eight consecutive matches for the Bundesliga side since making his debut in January .
Reyna was born in Durham , England , in 2002 , during his father Claudio 's spell playing for Sunderland .
Claudio Reyna also played for Rangers and Man City over an eight-year stay on British shores .
He earned over 100 caps for United States , whom are just one of three other @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's declaration .
As reported by the Athletic , Giovanni could also play for either Portugal or Argentina , due to his grandparents .
He has already turned out for USA in their youth ranks - including scoring a winner against England two years ago - suggesting he is prepared to follow his father 's footsteps at senior level .
But interest from England could well turn Reyna 's head , given he grew up in the country for the first five years of his life , before moving back to the States @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to have made steps towards recruiting the youngster .
He is being tracked by the Player Insights team at St George 's Park , who have identified Reyna among a pool of around 1,000 players who could possibly feature for the England team .
Following his emergence at Dortmund , Reyna has now been added to a priority list of approximately 25 stars who are now under closer scrutiny by the FA .
This involves intense analysis of his performances , including him being watched in the flesh by scouts on no fewer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on video .
The operation is an intense programme aimed at sourcing the best talent available for England , involving more than 60 'talent reporters ' .
England have had some success in recent years in persuading top talent to choose them over rival nations .
The most notable of those is West Ham 's Declan Rice , who snubbed Republic of Ireland despite making three appearances for the senior side .

Erling Haaland wins praise from Lucien Favre after firing Dortmund to win over PSG
Erling Haaland wins praise from Lucien Favre after firing Dortmund to win over PSG
Reyna was born in England to footballing father Claudio, who enjoyed spells at Rangers, Sunderland and Man City, but represented USA as an international, whom his son has played for at youth level
England are monitoring Borussia Dortmund sensation Giovanni Reyna after discovering he is eligible to represent them at international level.
The 17-year-old has burst on the scene in Germany, appearing in eight consecutive matches for the Bundesliga side since making his debut in January.
Reyna was born in Durham, England, in 2002, during his father Claudio's spell playing for Sunderland.
Claudio Reyna also played for Rangers and Man City over an eight-year stay on British shores.
He earned over 100 caps for United States, whom are just one of three other nations competing with England for his son's declaration.
As reported by the Athletic, Giovanni could also play for either Portugal or Argentina, due to his grandparents.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
He has already turned out for USA in their youth ranks - including scoring a winner against England two years ago - suggesting he is prepared to follow his father's footsteps at senior level.
But interest from England could well turn Reyna's head, given he grew up in the country for the first five years of his life, before moving back to the States.
The English FA are already said to have made steps towards recruiting the youngster.
Image: Borussia Dortmund/Getty Images) Borussia Dortmund/Getty Images)
He is being tracked by the Player Insights team at St George's Park, who have identified Reyna among a pool of around 1,000 players who could possibly feature for the England team.
Following his emergence at Dortmund, Reyna has now been added to a priority list of approximately 25 stars who are now under closer scrutiny by the FA.
This involves intense analysis of his performances, including him being watched in the flesh by scouts on no fewer than 15 occasions, as well as on video.
The operation is an intense programme aimed at sourcing the best talent available for England, involving more than 60 'talent reporters'.
England have had some success in recent years in persuading top talent to choose them over rival nations.
The most notable of those is West Ham's Declan Rice, who snubbed Republic of Ireland despite making three appearances for the senior side.


thedailymirror--2020-02-24--Surfer fights off great white shark by punching it in the eye and telling it to 'f*** off'

A 60-year-old surfer says he fought off a great white shark by punching it in the eye and shouting ' f*** off ' when it grabbed onto his surfboard .
Nick Minogue was surfing at Pauanui Beach in New Zealand when a shark hit into his arm latched onto the front of his board .
Rather than panic , Nick said he remembered hearing that sharks will retreat if you punch them in the nose or eye , so yelled out and took a swing at the three metre-long great white .
He missed , so aimed a second punch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and hit it 'right smack bang in the eye ' .
Nick said : `` It 's quite a big eye , about three knuckles across , and it 's eye kind of looked up and rolled up .
`` In between the two punches it crunched down a bit more on the board and then disengaged its teeth , got its jaws off and then I got brushed by the dorsal fin and the tail fin and swam off . ''
It was only Nick and another surfer in the water @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pair paddled back to the beach as fast as they could , as reported by the New Zealand Herald .
He says he was 'definitely bumped by something ' on the way back to the shore but made it back safely .
Describing the close call , he said : `` It was a grey shark with a white bottom , probably a great white .
It was a big head and jaw .
`` I kind of sat up in shock and decided to hit it .
That was the only thing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ marine scientist Clinton Duffy said the bite mark left on the board 'is consistent with a fairly small white shark , aka white pointer , great white ' .
The beach was closed to the public for two hours after Nick reported the attack .
Nick said he was n't sure how bad his injuries were until he was back on shore and said : `` There was blood dripping out the sleeve of my wetsuit .
`` Thankfully it was n't too deep .
Two teeth put holes in my wetsuit but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I 've still got an arm and fingers , it could have been a lot worse . ''

Nick Minogue says he remembered a piece of advice he was given on how to warn off a shark when one bit onto his board while surfing at Pauanui Beach in New Zealand
Surfer fights off great white shark by punching it in the eye and telling it to 'f*** off'
A 60-year-old surfer says he fought off a great white shark by punching it in the eye and shouting 'f*** off' when it grabbed onto his surfboard.
Nick Minogue was surfing at Pauanui Beach in New Zealand when a shark hit into his arm latched onto the front of his board.
Rather than panic, Nick said he remembered hearing that sharks will retreat if you punch them in the nose or eye, so yelled out and took a swing at the three metre-long great white.
He missed, so aimed a second punch, again yelling 'f*** off', and hit it 'right smack bang in the eye'.
Nick said: "It's quite a big eye, about three knuckles across, and it's eye kind of looked up and rolled up.
"In between the two punches it crunched down a bit more on the board and then disengaged its teeth, got its jaws off and then I got brushed by the dorsal fin and the tail fin and swam off."
It was only Nick and another surfer in the water, so he started screaming and the pair paddled back to the beach as fast as they could, as reported by the New Zealand Herald.
He says he was 'definitely bumped by something' on the way back to the shore but made it back safely.
Describing the close call, he said: "It was a grey shark with a white bottom, probably a great white. It was a big head and jaw.
"I kind of sat up in shock and decided to hit it. That was the only thing to do."
Department of Conservation marine scientist Clinton Duffy said the bite mark left on the board 'is consistent with a fairly small white shark, aka white pointer, great white'.
The beach was closed to the public for two hours after Nick reported the attack.
Nick said he wasn't sure how bad his injuries were until he was back on shore and said: "There was blood dripping out the sleeve of my wetsuit.
"Thankfully it wasn't too deep. Two teeth put holes in my wetsuit but only one punctured the skin.
"I've still got an arm and fingers, it could have been a lot worse."


thedailymirror--2020-02-24--Welsh Government to impose new minimum price on alcohol from next month

A new minimum price on alcohol will come into force on March 2 for all retailers in Wales , the government has announced .
Ministers want retailers and bars to charge a minimum of 50p per unit - meaning a can of cider could cost at least £1 and a bottle of wine £4.69 .
Health minister Vaughan Gething confirmed the start date in a statement to assembly members .
The policy , aimed at tackling alcohol-related deaths , was due to take effect last summer - however has been struck by a number of delays .
Under the guidelines @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cider that contains around 2.5 units of alcohol , will come with a minimum RRP of £1.25 .
However , drinks sold in pubs are already well above the 50p per unit minimum price , and therefore wo n't be affected by the law change .
A similar system has been in place in Scotland since May 2018 , where a bottle of whiskey now costs a minimum of £14 .
The new law involves a minimum price of 50p per unit of alcohol .
Under the rules , a 70cl bottle of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ % abv , costs £13.13 .
However , there are now concerns that higher alcohol prices could push some drinkers towards other , more harmful substances .
There were more than 500 alcohol-related deaths and 55,000 alcohol related hospital admissions in Wales in 2017 .
Academics estimated that a 50p minimum price will lead to 66 ( 8.5 % ) fewer alcohol-attributable deaths .
Similar legislation has been considered for England but is not currently on the table .

The legislation, aimed at tackling alcohol-related deaths in Wakes, was initially due to take effect last summer - however it has been struck by a number of delays
Welsh Government to impose new minimum price on alcohol from next month
A new minimum price on alcohol will come into force on March 2 for all retailers in Wales, the government has announced.
Ministers want retailers and bars to charge a minimum of 50p per unit - meaning a can of cider could cost at least £1 and a bottle of wine £4.69.
Health minister Vaughan Gething confirmed the start date in a statement to assembly members.
The policy, aimed at tackling alcohol-related deaths, was due to take effect last summer - however has been struck by a number of delays.
Under the guidelines, a standard-strength pint of beer or cider that contains around 2.5 units of alcohol, will come with a minimum RRP of £1.25.
However, drinks sold in pubs are already well above the 50p per unit minimum price, and therefore won't be affected by the law change.
Image: Maxim Grigoryev/TASS) Maxim Grigoryev/TASS)
A similar system has been in place in Scotland since May 2018, where a bottle of whiskey now costs a minimum of £14.
The new law involves a minimum price of 50p per unit of alcohol.
Under the rules, a 70cl bottle of vodka, at a strength of 37.5% abv, costs £13.13.
However, there are now concerns that higher alcohol prices could push some drinkers towards other, more harmful substances.
There were more than 500 alcohol-related deaths and 55,000 alcohol related hospital admissions in Wales in 2017.
Academics estimated that a 50p minimum price will lead to 66 (8.5%) fewer alcohol-attributable deaths.
Similar legislation has been considered for England but is not currently on the table.


thedailymirror--2020-02-24--Gary Lineker explains Erling Haaland's rare qualities that set him apart

Gary Lineker has identified the star qualities that set Erling Haaland apart from other strikers .
Haaland , 19 , continued his impressive goalscoring streak for Borussia Dortmund as they inflicted a fifth successive Bundesliga defeat on Werder Bremen on Saturday .
Dan-Axel Zagadou volleyed home Jadon Sancho 's corner in the 52nd minute before Haaland swept in at the near post 14 minutes later for his 12th goal in eight games for Dortmund to complete a 2-0 win .
Teenager Haaland has now become the first player in the history of the Bundesliga to score nine goals in his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ video a video of the Norwegian 's latest strike on social media and explained how Haaland is different to his rivals .
Lineker wrote on Twitter : `` Classic example of how to move in the box to create an opportunity to score .
`` Feint to go one way then attack a space you think the ball will go .
`` More often than not it won ’ t go where you guess , but when it does you ’ ve a great chance to score .
Remarkably few strikers do it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 12 goals in his eight games in all competitions for Dortmund after joining in the winter break from Salzburg .
Haaland was strongly linked with a move to Manchester United before a potential deal fell through , handing a blow to manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer .
And last week Solskjaer heaped praise on his compatriot .
`` I normally never comment on opposition players , '' Solskjaer , who coached Haaland at Molde , said .
`` But since I 've had Erling , I 'm just delighted for him .
`` He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fantastic kid you want the best for and he 's started fantastically with Dortmund , so we just watch him .
`` For Norway , it 's brilliant for us that we have a striker who can score a goal again . ''

Erling Haaland wins praise from Lucien Favre after firing Dortmund to win over PSG
Erling Haaland wins praise from Lucien Favre after firing Dortmund to win over PSG
Erling Haaland continued his impressive goalscoring streak for Borussia Dortmund as they inflicted a fifth successive Bundesliga defeat on Werder Bremen
Gary Lineker has identified the star qualities that set Erling Haaland apart from other strikers.
Haaland, 19, continued his impressive goalscoring streak for Borussia Dortmund as they inflicted a fifth successive Bundesliga defeat on Werder Bremen on Saturday.
Dan-Axel Zagadou volleyed home Jadon Sancho's corner in the 52nd minute before Haaland swept in at the near post 14 minutes later for his 12th goal in eight games for Dortmund to complete a 2-0 win.
Teenager Haaland has now become the first player in the history of the Bundesliga to score nine goals in his first six matches.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Lineker posted a video a video of the Norwegian's latest strike on social media and explained how Haaland is different to his rivals.
Lineker wrote on Twitter: "Classic example of how to move in the box to create an opportunity to score.
"Feint to go one way then attack a space you think the ball will go.
"More often than not it won’t go where you guess, but when it does you’ve a great chance to score. Remarkably few strikers do it well."
Haaland has now netted 12 goals in his eight games in all competitions for Dortmund after joining in the winter break from Salzburg.
Haaland was strongly linked with a move to Manchester United before a potential deal fell through, handing a blow to manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
And last week Solskjaer heaped praise on his compatriot.
Image: DAVID HECKER/EPA-EFE/REX) DAVID HECKER/EPA-EFE/REX)
"I normally never comment on opposition players," Solskjaer, who coached Haaland at Molde, said. "But since I've had Erling, I'm just delighted for him.
"He's a top boy, an absolutely fantastic kid you want the best for and he's started fantastically with Dortmund, so we just watch him.
"For Norway, it's brilliant for us that we have a striker who can score a goal again."


thedailymirror--2020-02-24--Premier League team of the week as Man Utd star joins Arsenal and Chelsea duos

The Premier League weekend just gone saw Manchester United , Chelsea and Arsenal all claim wins to give their top four hopes a boost .
United breezed past Watford at Old Trafford , Chelsea played well to beat Spurs ( and get one over on Jose Mourinho ) , and Arsenal came out on top in an Emirates goalfest with Everton .
Outsiders Wolves also produced an impressive performance against Norwich to keep up their chase for a European place alive .
Elsewhere , Burnley kept up their recent good form with a solid 3-0 win over Bournemouth and Southampton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over Aston Villa .
And City put their Champions League ban behind them to edge past Leicester .
Gabriel Jesus came off the bench to win the game at the King Power Stadium .
With all that and more in mind , here 's Mirror Football 's Premier League team of the week .
The Arsenal keeper single handedly won his side the game with a series of late saves to deny Everton .
Leno 's team-mates lauded him a hero and rightly so .
It appears Arteta 's vote of confidence in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Europa League in midweek - has worked .
A clean sheet and an assist for the 34-year-old as Burnley swept aside Bournemouth 3-0 .
Bardsley has been an important player for Sean Dyche 's side lately as they 've won four and drawn one of their past five games .
Described by the Southern Daily Echo as the `` best player on the pitch '' in a 2-0 win .
Stephens has flourished since coming back into the team and is one of the first names on Ralph Hasenhüttl 's teamsheet .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ his return from injury - that 's three Premier League games in a row .
Will be key for Wolves ' top four run-in .
One of the finest strikers of the ball and exhibited his talent against Spurs , rifling Chelsea 's second goal into the bottom corner .
Wreaked havoc down the left all game and reminded many why he 's still one of the league 's best left-backs .
Kevin De Bruyne caused Leicester City no amount of problems in the win at the King Power Stadium .
City must @ @ @ @ @ @ @ keep him at all costs .
Scored his first goal for United and played a role in the other two .
Showing why United paid £46million for his services and silencing the doubters .
Has received plenty of attention this season and his latest performance will only enhance his reputation .
A goal and an assist for the winger in Burnley 's convincing win .
The forward followed up his midweek Europa League hat-trick with another two goals against Norwich .
He also set up Raul Jimenez 's goal .
The boy is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up trumps at the right time .
Giroud could have easily left in January but Frank Lampard is sure glad he stayed now .
A wonderful strike against Spurs to help the Blues win over their London rivals .
Moved himself up to joint-first in the Premier League golden boot standings with another two goals on Sunday .
Pivotal in Arsenal 's comeback and victory and a timely reminder to Mikel Arteta of what Arsenal can not afford to lose .

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Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, Burnley and Southampton all recorded important victories over the weekend
Premier League team of the week as Man Utd star joins Arsenal and Chelsea duos
The Premier League weekend just gone saw Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal all claim wins to give their top four hopes a boost.
United breezed past Watford at Old Trafford, Chelsea played well to beat Spurs (and get one over on Jose Mourinho), and Arsenal came out on top in an Emirates goalfest with Everton.
Outsiders Wolves also produced an impressive performance against Norwich to keep up their chase for a European place alive.
Elsewhere, Burnley kept up their recent good form with a solid 3-0 win over Bournemouth and Southampton's revival continued with a 2-0 victory over Aston Villa.
And City put their Champions League ban behind them to edge past Leicester. Gabriel Jesus came off the bench to win the game at the King Power Stadium.
With all that and more in mind, here's Mirror Football's Premier League team of the week.
Bernd Leno (Arsenal)
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
The Arsenal keeper single handedly won his side the game with a series of late saves to deny Everton.
Leno's team-mates lauded him a hero and rightly so.
It appears Arteta's vote of confidence in the keeper - to play him in the Europa League in midweek - has worked.
Phil Bardsley (Burnley)
Image: Action Images via Reuters) Action Images via Reuters)
A clean sheet and an assist for the 34-year-old as Burnley swept aside Bournemouth 3-0.
Bardsley has been an important player for Sean Dyche's side lately as they've won four and drawn one of their past five games.
Jack Stephens (Southampton)
Image: PA) PA)
Described by the Southern Daily Echo as the "best player on the pitch" in a 2-0 win.
Stephens has flourished since coming back into the team and is one of the first names on Ralph Hasenhüttl's teamsheet.
Willy Boly (Wolves)
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Wolves have not conceded a goal since his return from injury - that's three Premier League games in a row.
Will be key for Wolves' top four run-in.
Marcos Alonso (Chelsea)
Image: SIPA USA/PA Images) SIPA USA/PA Images)
One of the finest strikers of the ball and exhibited his talent against Spurs, rifling Chelsea's second goal into the bottom corner.
Wreaked havoc down the left all game and reminded many why he's still one of the league's best left-backs.
Kevin De Bruyne (Man City)
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
Kevin De Bruyne caused Leicester City no amount of problems in the win at the King Power Stadium.
City must get their Champions League ban overturned and keep him at all costs.
Bruno Fernandes (Man Utd)
Image: PA) PA)
Scored his first goal for United and played a role in the other two. Showing why United paid £46million for his services and silencing the doubters.
Dwight McNeil (Burnley)
Image: CameraSport via Getty Images) CameraSport via Getty Images)
Has received plenty of attention this season and his latest performance will only enhance his reputation.
A goal and an assist for the winger in Burnley's convincing win.
Diogo Jota (Wolves)
Image: Action Images via Reuters) Action Images via Reuters)
The forward followed up his midweek Europa League hat-trick with another two goals against Norwich. He also set up Raul Jimenez's goal.
The boy is on fire.
Olivier Giroud (Chelsea)
Image: WILL OLIVER/EPA-EFE/REX) WILL OLIVER/EPA-EFE/REX)
Seems to always come up trumps at the right time. Giroud could have easily left in January but Frank Lampard is sure glad he stayed now.
A wonderful strike against Spurs to help the Blues win over their London rivals.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Arsenal)
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Moved himself up to joint-first in the Premier League golden boot standings with another two goals on Sunday.
Pivotal in Arsenal's comeback and victory and a timely reminder to Mikel Arteta of what Arsenal cannot afford to lose.


thedailymirror--2020-02-24--Apple over-ear AirPods leak online - and they could go on sale next month

They 're some of the most popular wireless earphones around the world , and now it seems that an updated version of Apple ’ s AirPods could be set to launch .
The new version appear to be called AirPods ( X Generation ) , and have been leaked on the inventory list for US superstore , Target .
YouTuber Jon Prosser posted a screenshot of the listing , having been contacted by ‘ multiple Target employees.
’ He tweeted : “ Multiple Target employees have started reaching out to me about this .
Showing up in their systems and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Apple AirPods ( X Generation ) ” listing , priced at $ 399 .
Mr Prosser suggests that the name ‘ AirPods X ’ could just be a placeholder in the Target system .
He said : “ I ’ m thinking ‘ Apple AirPods ( X Generation ) ’ is just a placeholder name in their system until the real thing is announced .
But ... “ AirPods X ” would be pretty cool.
” Meanwhile Mr Prosser added that he believes the AirPods could come in three colour options .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are 3 skews listed for this product in their system , all at $ 399 - so we could be looking at 3 colour options .
Space grey , white , gold ?
” While both Apple and Target are remaining tight-lipped about the rumours , this isn ’ t the first time that new AirPods have been rumoured .
Last week , a report by iPhone Ticker suggested that Apple is planning a ‘ secret event ’ on March 31 where it could unveil new AirPods , as well as a budget @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Apple environment ’ , iPhone Ticker said : “ The launch of a new device , which is almost certainly the expected successor to the iPhone SE , is planned for Friday , April 3 .
“ At the beginning of the previous week , the presentation should then take place as part of a press event , in all likelihood Tuesday , March 31st is scheduled for this .
”

The new version appear to be called AirPods (X Generation), and have been leaked on the inventory list for US superstore, Target
Apple over-ear AirPods leak online - and they could go on sale next month
They're some of the most popular wireless earphones around the world, and now it seems that an updated version of Apple’s AirPods could be set to launch.
The new version appear to be called AirPods (X Generation), and have been leaked on the inventory list for US superstore, Target.
YouTuber Jon Prosser posted a screenshot of the listing, having been contacted by ‘multiple Target employees.’
He tweeted: “Multiple Target employees have started reaching out to me about this. Showing up in their systems and on UPC scanners is this mysterious “Apple AirPods (X Generation)” listing, priced at $399.
“Potentially Apple’s over-ear ‘StudioPods’ headphones. Launch soon (March)?”
Mr Prosser suggests that the name ‘AirPods X’ could just be a placeholder in the Target system.
He said: “I’m thinking ‘Apple AirPods (X Generation)’ is just a placeholder name in their system until the real thing is announced. But...“AirPods X” would be pretty cool.”
Meanwhile Mr Prosser added that he believes the AirPods could come in three colour options.
He added: “Another note: there are 3 skews listed for this product in their system, all at $399 - so we could be looking at 3 colour options. Space grey, white, gold?”
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While both Apple and Target are remaining tight-lipped about the rumours, this isn’t the first time that new AirPods have been rumoured.
Last week, a report by iPhone Ticker suggested that Apple is planning a ‘secret event’ on March 31 where it could unveil new AirPods, as well as a budget iPhone.
Citing someone ‘directly from the Apple environment’, iPhone Ticker said: “The launch of a new device, which is almost certainly the expected successor to the iPhone SE, is planned for Friday, April 3.
“At the beginning of the previous week, the presentation should then take place as part of a press event, in all likelihood Tuesday, March 31st is scheduled for this.”


thedailymirror--2020-02-24--Woman who 'tears as if she's giving birth' every time she has sex fears she'll never find love

Jillian Currie desperately wants to meet The One and fall in love , but every time a guys starts to flirt with her she 's filled with fear .
She knows that any blossoming romance will involve telling someone else about her `` problematic '' sex life .
The 26-year-old `` tears as if she 's giving birth '' every time she has sex , leaving her in complete agony - and doctors have absolutely no idea why .
Jillian , from Aylesbury , Buckinghamshire , has suffered from a string of gynaecological conditions since losing her virginity , aged @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out to help banish taboos surrounding vaginal conditions and to let other women with issues know they are not alone .
Shes said : “ For the past six years , my sex life has been virtually non-existent .
“ There ’ s a stereotype that women have a lower sex drive than men , but that isn ’ t always the case .
I ’ ve wanted to do it , but not been able to – then I end up feeling frustrated that I can ’ t satisfy the other person @ @ @ @ @ @ @ feeling like there is a difference in the way men and women ’ s bodies are treated in medicine .
Woman are expected to just suffer in silence , and a lot of the time , we aren ’ t even properly taught about our own bodies .
“ It ’ s so hard not to lose faith , but I really want to encourage others out there to be persistent and keep pushing for an answer .
You know your own body , so trust in yourself.
” In 2014 , when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , she started to suffer from the horrific tearing of her perineum – the area between the legs – every time she had sex , leaving her in so much pain she struggled to walk .
She said : `` I ’ d be left with a deep cut , right where women usually tear when they give birth .
“ It was every time I ’ d have sex and often it would be so painful that I ’ d have to stop .
“ I was in a relationship at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ impact as , not only was I not able to be intimate as much as I ’ d like , but I also lost all my confidence.
” Alongside the tearing , Jillian was also experiencing extremely heavy discharge , to the point where she would have to wear a maxi pad in her underwear , changing it multiple times throughout the day .
She continued : “ I felt disgusting .
I didn ’ t want anyone to touch me , so I basically stopped having sex .
I know different bodies @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t my normal .
“ I know my own body and knew something had changed , but every time I went to the doctor , I was told it was probably simple like thrush or bacterial vaginosis – another common gynaecological condition – and was given medication.
” With prescribed tablets doing little to ease her symptoms , Jillian soon reached the end of her tether - fearing , in dark moments , that she had cervical cancer .
Just 24 then , making her too young for a routine smear test @ @ @ @ @ @ @ doctors agreed to perform one early .
Thankfully , cancer was ruled out – but she was found to have ectropions – where cells from inside the cervical canal are present outside it instead , causing bleeding , discharge and pain during or after sex .
In June 2018 , she had the ectropions removed - via a cryotherapy where lesions are frozen off - and hoped her nightmare was ending but , five months later , her symptoms returned with a vengeance .
“ This time , I at least knew what @ @ @ @ @ @ @ straight back to the gynaecologist , who found two more ectropions , ” she explained .
“ In November 2018 I had a LEEP procedure , where an electrical wire loop scrapes and burns off the cells , while I was sedated , and , thankfully , that side of things seems to have been under control since.
” On her doctor 's advice , Jillian also came off the contraceptive Pill , as that can cause ectropions – but medics have not solved the problem of her skin ripping every time she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has become so sensitive that she battles pain most days , sometimes struggling to use tampons and being unable to wear certain styles of underwear , because it irritates her fragile skin .
“ It ’ s been six years of absolute hell , ” she said .
“ I must have seen around 20 different gynaecologists , as well as lots of other doctors like dermatologists , sexual health and allergy specialists .
“ At one point , I was even told it might be psychological – but , while I understand @ @ @ @ @ @ @ anxiety , I don ’ t think it ’ s the whole story .
It wouldn ’ t explain why my skin physically tears .
“ I ’ ve had allergy tests in case it was a reaction to something like an ingredient in my sanitary products , countless scans and even a vulval biopsy – but nothing provided any answers .
“ It got to the point where all I wanted was a diagnosis .
Even if it was something bad , at least then I would know what I was dealing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” In early 2019 , by which time Jillian had lost hope of finding an answer , she saw a glimmer of light , thanks to a specific steroid cream .
She said : “ I ’ d found one steroid cream that sort of worked , if I used it days and days in advance of having sex .
“ But then I figured I couldn ’ t live that way .
For one thing , it would take any spontaneity out of having sex , but I also didn ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ term on such a sensitive area .
`` Plus , although it improved things , I was still tearing so it had n't completely resolved it . ''
So , Jillian went to see a sexual health expert who referred her to a specialist at Stoke Mandeville Hospital in Aylesbury , Buckinghamshire , who they heard had treated similar conditions .
At her appointment in December 2019 , she was finally given a diagnosis of vulvodynia – a chronic pain condition which affects the vagina .
“ My body is almost associating touch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ While it was a relief to have a name for one of her woes , the reason why Jillian ’ s skin is so fragile and prone to tearing remains a mystery .
Vaginal atrophy , where the vaginal walls thin or inflame , sometimes as a result of a lack of oestrogen , has been suggested as a cause .
And she is now taking a course of hormonal treatment and has to wait and see if it is effective .
“ The vulvodynia diagnosis is a definite , but the atrophy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said .
“ I just have to keep going with the treatment and see what happens.
” Currently single , Jillian still has the unenviable task of telling men she has a chemistry with that she will struggle to be intimate with them before things progress .
So far , everyone has been understanding , but her situation has battered her self-esteem and affected her mental health .
And she is fearful that , if her condition can not be treated , she will never be able to have sex again .
She @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a couple of relationships while going through this , as well as periods of being single , but I would say my sex life for the past six years has been more or less non-existent .
“ Knowing what I 'm missing out on has had an impact on my confidence and mental health .
“ Now , I almost panic if I ’ m talking to guy and it starts to get flirty , because I know at some point I will have to tell him that I can not have sex @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wondering when and how to bring it up is a challenge .
“ Luckily , nobody has been nasty , and I suppose if they were , that ’ s not somebody I would want around.
” Despite life 's considerable challenges , Jillian is trying to stay positive and talks about her struggles in her blog Queens of Eve , which aims to teach other women about their bodies .
She posts regularly and receives daily messages from women all over the world just like her .
By being so candid , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ should not be embarrassed about their bodies .
She concluded : “ Through Queens of Eve , I try my best to be there for other women .
It can be so difficult to find an answer for some gynaecological problems .
`` I 'm happy to share my story because I want to help other women - my Instagram page is like a help hub - where women who have gynaecological issues can speak to fellow suffers and learnt that whatever they 're going through is n't a taboo .
“ A @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be geared towards older women , focusing on things like menopause and childbirth , or we ’ re simply given some drugs , or a form of contraception that can cause all sorts of other issues and told to get on with it .
“ The underlying issue is that women aren ’ t properly taught about their own bodies .
I ’ ve been on a wild goose chase for a decade now , and had no idea half of these conditions existed .
“ I understand that women can have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ going to the doctors about certain things , but there is no such thing as a normal body , and I really want to help break that taboo .
“ Now , I want to put myself out there to show how many women are suffering like me .
`` If I ’ d had read a story like mine a few years ago , I ’ d have felt far less alone.
” To find out more visit her Instagram page @ queensofeve

mirrornews@mirror.co.uk (Erin Cardiff, Zoe Forsey)

Jillian Currie, 26, from from Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, has suffered from a string of gynaecological conditions since losing her virginity and has seen 20 gynaecologists over the years as she desperately tries to find out what's wrong
Woman who 'tears as if she's giving birth' every time she has sex fears she'll never find love
Jillian Currie desperately wants to meet The One and fall in love, but every time a guys starts to flirt with her she's filled with fear.
She knows that any blossoming romance will involve telling someone else about her "problematic" sex life.
The 26-year-old "tears as if she's giving birth" every time she has sex, leaving her in complete agony - and doctors have absolutely no idea why.
Jillian, from Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, has suffered from a string of gynaecological conditions since losing her virginity, aged 16, and is now bravely speaking out to help banish taboos surrounding vaginal conditions and to let other women with issues know they are not alone.
Shes said: “For the past six years, my sex life has been virtually non-existent.
Image: PA Real Life) PA Real Life)
“There’s a stereotype that women have a lower sex drive than men, but that isn’t always the case. I’ve wanted to do it, but not been able to – then I end up feeling frustrated that I can’t satisfy the other person.
“I can’t help feeling like there is a difference in the way men and women’s bodies are treated in medicine. Woman are expected to just suffer in silence, and a lot of the time, we aren’t even properly taught about our own bodies.
“It’s so hard not to lose faith, but I really want to encourage others out there to be persistent and keep pushing for an answer. You know your own body, so trust in yourself.”
In 2014, when she was 20 and in a relationship, she started to suffer from the horrific tearing of her perineum – the area between the legs – every time she had sex, leaving her in so much pain she struggled to walk.
Image: PA Real Life) PA Real Life)
She said: "I’d be left with a deep cut, right where women usually tear when they give birth.
“It was every time I’d have sex and often it would be so painful that I’d have to stop.
“I was in a relationship at the time, but it obviously had an impact as, not only was I not able to be intimate as much as I’d like, but I also lost all my confidence.”
Alongside the tearing, Jillian was also experiencing extremely heavy discharge, to the point where she would have to wear a maxi pad in her underwear, changing it multiple times throughout the day.
She continued: “I felt disgusting. I didn’t want anyone to touch me, so I basically stopped having sex. I know different bodies produce different amounts, but this wasn’t my normal.
Image: PA Real Life) PA Real Life)
“I know my own body and knew something had changed, but every time I went to the doctor, I was told it was probably simple like thrush or bacterial vaginosis – another common gynaecological condition – and was given medication.”
With prescribed tablets doing little to ease her symptoms, Jillian soon reached the end of her tether - fearing, in dark moments, that she had cervical cancer.
Just 24 then, making her too young for a routine smear test, her situation was so untenable that doctors agreed to perform one early.
Thankfully, cancer was ruled out – but she was found to have ectropions – where cells from inside the cervical canal are present outside it instead, causing bleeding, discharge and pain during or after sex.
In June 2018, she had the ectropions removed - via a cryotherapy where lesions are frozen off - and hoped her nightmare was ending but, five months later, her symptoms returned with a vengeance.
Image: PA Real Life) PA Real Life)
“This time, I at least knew what to look for, so I went straight back to the gynaecologist, who found two more ectropions,” she explained.
“In November 2018 I had a LEEP procedure, where an electrical wire loop scrapes and burns off the cells, while I was sedated, and, thankfully, that side of things seems to have been under control since.”
On her doctor's advice, Jillian also came off the contraceptive Pill, as that can cause ectropions – but medics have not solved the problem of her skin ripping every time she has sex.
Now the intimate area has become so sensitive that she battles pain most days, sometimes struggling to use tampons and being unable to wear certain styles of underwear, because it irritates her fragile skin.
“It’s been six years of absolute hell,” she said. “I must have seen around 20 different gynaecologists, as well as lots of other doctors like dermatologists, sexual health and allergy specialists.
Image: PA Real Life) PA Real Life)
“At one point, I was even told it might be psychological – but, while I understand that there may be an element of anxiety, I don’t think it’s the whole story. It wouldn’t explain why my skin physically tears.
“I’ve had allergy tests in case it was a reaction to something like an ingredient in my sanitary products, countless scans and even a vulval biopsy – but nothing provided any answers.
“It got to the point where all I wanted was a diagnosis. Even if it was something bad, at least then I would know what I was dealing with and what my treatment options were.”
In early 2019, by which time Jillian had lost hope of finding an answer, she saw a glimmer of light, thanks to a specific steroid cream.
She said: “I’d found one steroid cream that sort of worked, if I used it days and days in advance of having sex.
“But then I figured I couldn’t live that way. For one thing, it would take any spontaneity out of having sex, but I also didn’t want to be using steroid creams long term on such a sensitive area.
Image: PA Real Life) PA Real Life)
"Plus, although it improved things, I was still tearing so it hadn't completely resolved it."
So, Jillian went to see a sexual health expert who referred her to a specialist at Stoke Mandeville Hospital in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, who they heard had treated similar conditions.
At her appointment in December 2019, she was finally given a diagnosis of vulvodynia – a chronic pain condition which affects the vagina.
“My body is almost associating touch with pain,” she explained.
While it was a relief to have a name for one of her woes, the reason why Jillian’s skin is so fragile and prone to tearing remains a mystery.
Vaginal atrophy, where the vaginal walls thin or inflame, sometimes as a result of a lack of oestrogen, has been suggested as a cause.
Image: PA Real Life) PA Real Life)
And she is now taking a course of hormonal treatment and has to wait and see if it is effective.
“The vulvodynia diagnosis is a definite, but the atrophy is still a maybe,” she said. “I just have to keep going with the treatment and see what happens.”
Currently single, Jillian still has the unenviable task of telling men she has a chemistry with that she will struggle to be intimate with them before things progress.
So far, everyone has been understanding, but her situation has battered her self-esteem and affected her mental health.
And she is fearful that, if her condition cannot be treated, she will never be able to have sex again.
She said: “I have been in a couple of relationships while going through this, as well as periods of being single, but I would say my sex life for the past six years has been more or less non-existent.
Image: PA Real Life) PA Real Life)
“Knowing what I'm missing out on has had an impact on my confidence and mental health.
“Now, I almost panic if I’m talking to guy and it starts to get flirty, because I know at some point I will have to tell him that I cannot have sex as easily as other people can. Wondering when and how to bring it up is a challenge.
“Luckily, nobody has been nasty, and I suppose if they were, that’s not somebody I would want around.”
Despite life's considerable challenges, Jillian is trying to stay positive and talks about her struggles in her blog Queens of Eve, which aims to teach other women about their bodies.
She posts regularly and receives daily messages from women all over the world just like her.
By being so candid, she hopes to reassure others that they should not be embarrassed about their bodies.
She concluded: “Through Queens of Eve, I try my best to be there for other women. It can be so difficult to find an answer for some gynaecological problems.
"I'm happy to share my story because I want to help other women - my Instagram page is like a help hub - where women who have gynaecological issues can speak to fellow suffers and learnt that whatever they're going through isn't a taboo.
“A lot of the help out there seems to be geared towards older women, focusing on things like menopause and childbirth, or we’re simply given some drugs, or a form of contraception that can cause all sorts of other issues and told to get on with it.
“The underlying issue is that women aren’t properly taught about their own bodies. I’ve been on a wild goose chase for a decade now, and had no idea half of these conditions existed.
“I understand that women can have insecurities, or feel a little uncomfortable going to the doctors about certain things, but there is no such thing as a normal body, and I really want to help break that taboo.
“Now, I want to put myself out there to show how many women are suffering like me.
"If I’d had read a story like mine a few years ago, I’d have felt far less alone.”
To find out more visit her Instagram page @queensofeve


thedailymirror--2020-02-25--Kylie Jenner 'has no plans to be friends with Jordyn Woods a year after split'

Kylie Jenner has 'no plans ' to rekindle her friendship with former BFF Jordyn Woods , according to reports in US media .
The 22-year-old billionaire make-up mogul cut Jordyn out of her life a year ago , after she kissed Tristan Thompson while he was still dating Khloe Kardashian .
The Keeping Up With The Kardashian star is not planning to open the door to Jordyn and it looks like , 12 months on , that they will never be reconciled despite chatting about the fateful night last year .
A source told UsWeekly that Kylie had moved on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' to hang with , which meant that there was no need for Jordyn to return to her life .
The source said : `` Kylie has been doing well since her and Jordyn 's friendship ended .
`` She loves hanging with all her crew of girls now , including Stassie [ Karanikolaou ] , Yris [ Palmer ] and Victoria [ Villarroel ] . ''
Kylie 's new group of friends are all comfortable in each other 's company , so this has worked out well for the reality star .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ just have a fun time together like any other close group of girlfriends .
They laugh a lot and share similar interests and are supportive of one another .
`` Kylie is very sweet and down to earth , and so are her friends . ''
The KarJenners are not looking to offer any more olive branches to the model and welcome her back into the fold .
The source added : `` The family still feels like what Jordyn did is pretty unforgivable .
Kylie has the mentality that time heals everything @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time . ''
Kylie was hurt by the position the tryst between Jordyn and Tristan put her in .
She wanted to be loyal to her BFF but family bonds are stronger and she chose to stand with Khloe in the fallout that followed the kiss .
Jordyn has insisted that she was an innocent party in the life changing incident and told Red Table Talk host Jada Pinkett that he had kissed her .
The source continued : `` Kylie felt like she did n't know what to do regarding her friendship @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` She felt very stuck in the middle , but ultimately , [ she and her family ] are so close , and they suggested that Kylie stay away [ from ] Jordyn and had the mentality of , 'Once a backstabber , always a backstabber . '
`` They felt that it was completely unacceptable .
The situation did n't just damage Kylie and Jordyn 's relationship , but it was a huge family ordeal . ''
Jordyn has held hopes that she would be reconciled with Kylie and the Kardashians .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ she said : `` I hope everything falls into place and that we can all grow and build our relationships with our family and God and come back together one day and be stronger and happier .
`` A lot of people can be around when things are good , but you do n't know who 's really around until things are bad . ''
It would seem that Jordyn 's dream will not be coming true anytime soon as each day puts further distance between her and Kylie .
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The 'unforgivable act' that saw Jordyn Woods jettisoned from the inner circle after she 'cheated' on Khloe Kardashian with Tristan Thompson will not see her friendship with Kylie Jenner restored
Kylie Jenner 'has no plans to be friends with Jordyn Woods a year after scandal'
Kylie Jenner has 'no plans' to rekindle her friendship with former BFF Jordyn Woods, according to reports in US media.
The 22-year-old billionaire make-up mogul cut Jordyn out of her life a year ago, after she kissed Tristan Thompson while he was still dating Khloe Kardashian.
The Keeping Up With The Kardashian star is not planning to open the door to Jordyn and it looks like, 12 months on, that they will never be reconciled despite chatting about the fateful night last year.
A source told UsWeekly that Kylie had moved on and now had a new 'girl crew' to hang with, which meant that there was no need for Jordyn to return to her life.
The source said: "Kylie has been doing well since her and Jordyn's friendship ended.
Image: Lauren/WWD/REX/Shutterstock) Lauren/WWD/REX/Shutterstock)
"She loves hanging with all her crew of girls now, including Stassie [Karanikolaou], Yris [Palmer] and Victoria [Villarroel]."
Kylie's new group of friends are all comfortable in each other's company, so this has worked out well for the reality star.
The source continued: "They all just have a fun time together like any other close group of girlfriends. They laugh a lot and share similar interests and are supportive of one another.
"Kylie is very sweet and down to earth, and so are her friends."
The KarJenners are not looking to offer any more olive branches to the model and welcome her back into the fold.
The source added: "The family still feels like what Jordyn did is pretty unforgivable. Kylie has the mentality that time heals everything, but now is not the right time."
Kylie was hurt by the position the tryst between Jordyn and Tristan put her in. She wanted to be loyal to her BFF but family bonds are stronger and she chose to stand with Khloe in the fallout that followed the kiss.
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Jordyn has insisted that she was an innocent party in the life changing incident and told Red Table Talk host Jada Pinkett that he had kissed her.
The source continued: "Kylie felt like she didn't know what to do regarding her friendship with Jordyn after the scandal happened.
"She felt very stuck in the middle, but ultimately, [she and her family] are so close, and they suggested that Kylie stay away [from] Jordyn and had the mentality of, 'Once a backstabber, always a backstabber.'
"They felt that it was completely unacceptable. The situation didn't just damage Kylie and Jordyn's relationship, but it was a huge family ordeal."
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Jordyn has held hopes that she would be reconciled with Kylie and the Kardashians. Speaking to Cosmopolitan UK last year, she said: "I hope everything falls into place and that we can all grow and build our relationships with our family and God and come back together one day and be stronger and happier.
"A lot of people can be around when things are good, but you don't know who's really around until things are bad."
It would seem that Jordyn's dream will not be coming true anytime soon as each day puts further distance between her and Kylie.
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