thedailymirror--2020-09-04--Inside Brentford's new state-of-the-art stadium as Bees target promotion

Brentford have done something truly remarkable during lockdown .
The Championship club have built a state-of-the-art stadium , finished the two-year project time and all done within budget to give themselves a new 17,250 seater home to be proud of .
They narrowly missed out on reaching the Premier League in the play-offs last season but the Brentford Community Stadium is worthy of being in the top flight .
It is a challenge at the best of times to build a new football stadium and yet , despite the obvious financial and logistical hurdles , it will host its first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cup on Sunday .
Mirror Sport was given an exclusive first look at the magnificent new stadium in West London which is a short walk from their old ground at Griffin Park but is a huge step forward .
It is also home to Brentford ’ s latest signing , 24-year-old striker Ivan Toney , who will be hoping to follow in the footsteps of the likes of Andre Gray , Neal Maupay , Ollie Watkins and Said Benrahma who all made names for themselves with the Bees .
Toney , who was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with 24 goals in 32 games for Peterborough , even turned down Premier League interest to join Brentford because he is convinced that both the team and the stadium will get to the top flight .
Toney said : “ All of the lads were in the dressing room and we were thinking it ’ s like a Premier League ground and if you ’ re in a Premier League ground then you need to play like a Premier League team even though we ’ re in the Championship .
“ That will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ team come the end of the season .
“ It ’ s a great stadium .
We played against Oxford in a friendly and straight away we felt it was like home .
I feel like I can sure goals there and I can ’ t wait to be involved against Wycombe.
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Have your say here Toney also believes that working with Brentford boss Thomas Frank can help him improve just as it has done in the past for players who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prolific production line .
He said : “ I feel like he ’ s a manager who can get the best out of players .
He ’ s a manager who can put his arm round someone when they ’ re not having the best of times .
“ We had a few chats on the phone and I really felt we were on the same lines in what we both want to achieve , being ambitious and where we want to take the club .
“ Coming from League One , it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Premier League .
I did have Premier League options but I chose Brentford because I felt it was the right platform to elevate my career and also I believe I can help the club get promoted.
” It has got a train line on three sides of the ground , excellent transport links , a state-of-the art big screen , security system and there is a nod to the club ’ s previous home at Griffin Park with red and white goal nets plus they have used bricks from the old Stable Block @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are multi-coloured seats which are partly designed to ensure that if the ground is less than capacity then it does not look as if it has got rafts of empty seats , although they already have 11,000 season ticket holders .
Brentford ’ s operations director Alan Walsh said : “ We are incredibly proud of the stadium and also to finish it on time when you consider the difficulties for contractors and building in lockdown and social distancing .
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Thomas Frank's side narrowly missed out on a place in the Premier League but have dusted themselves down and are ready to go again
Brentford have done something truly remarkable during lockdown.
The Championship club have built a state-of-the-art stadium, finished the two-year project time and all done within budget to give themselves a new 17,250 seater home to be proud of.
They narrowly missed out on reaching the Premier League in the play-offs last season but the Brentford Community Stadium is worthy of being in the top flight.
It is a challenge at the best of times to build a new football stadium and yet, despite the obvious financial and logistical hurdles, it will host its first competitive game against Wycombe in the Carabao Cup on Sunday.
Image: Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror) Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror)
Mirror Sport was given an exclusive first look at the magnificent new stadium in West London which is a short walk from their old ground at Griffin Park but is a huge step forward.
It is also home to Brentford’s latest signing, 24-year-old striker Ivan Toney, who will be hoping to follow in the footsteps of the likes of Andre Gray, Neal Maupay, Ollie Watkins and Said Benrahma who all made names for themselves with the Bees.
Toney, who was League One's top scorer last season with 24 goals in 32 games for Peterborough, even turned down Premier League interest to join Brentford because he is convinced that both the team and the stadium will get to the top flight.
Image: Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror) Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror) Image: Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror) Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror)
Toney said: “All of the lads were in the dressing room and we were thinking it’s like a Premier League ground and if you’re in a Premier League ground then you need to play like a Premier League team even though we’re in the Championship.
“That will push us to become a Premier League team come the end of the season.
“It’s a great stadium. We played against Oxford in a friendly and straight away we felt it was like home. I feel like I can sure goals there and I can’t wait to be involved against Wycombe.”
Will Brentford win promotion to the Premier League this season? Have your say here
Image: Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror) Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror) Image: Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror) Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror)
Toney also believes that working with Brentford boss Thomas Frank can help him improve just as it has done in the past for players who have stepped off the club’s prolific production line.
He said: “I feel like he’s a manager who can get the best out of players. He’s a manager who can put his arm round someone when they’re not having the best of times.
“We had a few chats on the phone and I really felt we were on the same lines in what we both want to achieve, being ambitious and where we want to take the club.
Image: Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror) Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror) Image: Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror) Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror)
“Coming from League One, it’s a big jump to the Premier League. I did have Premier League options but I chose Brentford because I felt it was the right platform to elevate my career and also I believe I can help the club get promoted.”
It has got a train line on three sides of the ground, excellent transport links, a state-of-the art big screen, security system and there is a nod to the club’s previous home at Griffin Park with red and white goal nets plus they have used bricks from the old Stable Block in the new North Stand.
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There are multi-coloured seats which are partly designed to ensure that if the ground is less than capacity then it does not look as if it has got rafts of empty seats, although they already have 11,000 season ticket holders.
Brentford’s operations director Alan Walsh said: “We are incredibly proud of the stadium and also to finish it on time when you consider the difficulties for contractors and building in lockdown and social distancing.”


thedailymirror--2020-09-04--Man, 24, took own life after posting live video - with body not found for weeks

A young man took his own life after streaming a Facebook Live video from a bridge and telling viewers he was going to jump off , an inquest heard .
Alex Johnson 's body was found two weeks after he plunged from a bridge in Newcastle in the early hours of April 16 , 2019 .
After his body was recovered from the River Tyne on May 1 , the 24-year-old had ketamine and alcohol in his system , along with traces of three prescribed drugs for depression and anxiety , the inquest heard .
Mr Johnson , of Chester-le-Street @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when his 38-year-old dad Steven died of a rare form of cancer , and he had struggled to come to terms with that loss as he grew older , ChronicleLive reports .
Diagnosed with a mixed personality disorder , Mr Johnson felt there was a `` lack of support '' , said his devastated sister Ashleigh Marr , 30 , adding : `` It 's still really raw and still feels like a nightmare .
`` It 's good to hear some implementations have been put in place to improve the care that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with their mental health and drug and alcohol abuse .
`` I think me and my family think about Alex every minute of every day .
He is constantly in our thoughts .
`` We miss him so so much and life is just not the same without him . ''
Mr Johnson had live-streamed video on Facebook stating he was going to jump from the bridge , and a concerned member of the public called police .
Officers found his bag on the bridge and a search , involving a fire service @ @ @ @ @ @ @ multiple appeals on social media before Mr Johnson 's body was recovered from the River Tyne two weeks later .
There was no evidence of drowning from the post-mortem examination , said Dr Bloxham , a pathologist at the Royal Victoria Infirmary .
He said : `` Given the absence of signs of drowning , on balance it makes it likely he died due to shock from immersion of water .
He may have died very suddenly . ''
Mr Johnson had a `` low concentration '' of ketamine in his blood , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and anxiety , according to a toxicology report .
He had 70mg of alcohol per 100 millilitres of blood in his system .
Mr Johnson had suffered from depression and anxiety , and also had epilepsy .
He went to his GP in 2014 with `` low moods '' and was referred to mental health services , who diagnosed him with a mixed personality disorder and discharged him .
His mum tried to get him further support .
The inquest heard he was referred to a drug and alcohol team to help him @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dr Mageed said Mr Johnson had reduced his levels of prescribed anxiety and anti depressant drugs considerably .
However , Mr Johnson had discussed suicidal thoughts days before an appointment with a colleague in December 2018 , the GP said .
He added : `` When I saw Alex in November 2018 he said he had been drinking three litres of cider a day .
`` However , he said he had reduced this to six to seven cans a day only on a weekend .
We still saw this as binge drinking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ health practitioner for County Durham and Darlington NHS Trust , said : `` Our assessment showed that Alex 's alcohol intake was a dominant factor .
As a service , we felt that needed to be dealt with to find out if there was a mental health issue to be dealt with . ''
Following an investigation , the Trust has made some changes in an attempt to improve its care for mental health patients .
There is now a `` clearer pathway '' for patients to access GPs , mental health services @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by the local authority .
it has also taken steps to improve its sharing of information from relatives of patients who wish to voluntarily provide details that could be helpful to assess and care for vulnerable patients .
Ms Dilks said : `` Though there was the presence of ketamine and alcohol in his blood in his post-mortem examination , I do not believe drugs or alcohol were a consequence of Alex 's death .
`` He jumped from the Tyne Bridge into the River Tyne .
On the balance of probabilities , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ conclusion I come to is one of suicide . ''
Mr Johnson 's family have set up a trust in his name in partnership with the If U Care Share Foundation .
It provides dedicated bereavement care to children who have lost someone close to them .
This type of care was not available to Mr Johnson after his father died , the family said .
His sister Mrs Marr added : `` Alex definitely felt like there was a lack of support when he went to them with problems of mental health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drug and alcohol services without any mental health care .
`` As a family , all we wanted to do was support Alex .
He felt almost a burden to be supported and he did n't really want the support .
So it 's important for the services to allow the families the chance to offer that support and work alongside them .
`` It 's so important to keep his name alive through the trust because he was such a caring person and he made it his mission in life to care @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the pain of others and wanted to help them . ''
A number of fundraising events , including a run , are planned to support the trust in Alex 's name .
Click here to donate .
The Samaritans is available 24/7 if you need to talk .
You can contact them for free by calling 116 123 , email jo @ samaritans.org or head to the website to find your nearest branch .
You matter .

Alex Johnson, from Chester-le-Street, County Durham, died after he jumped from the a bridge in Newcastle in the early hours of April 16, 2019, an inquest heard
Man, 24, took own life after posting live video - with body not found for weeks
A young man took his own life after streaming a Facebook Live video from a bridge and telling viewers he was going to jump off, an inquest heard.
Alex Johnson's body was found two weeks after he plunged from a bridge in Newcastle in the early hours of April 16, 2019.
After his body was recovered from the River Tyne on May 1, the 24-year-old had ketamine and alcohol in his system, along with traces of three prescribed drugs for depression and anxiety, the inquest heard.
Mr Johnson, of Chester-le-Street, County Durham, was just six-years-old when his 38-year-old dad Steven died of a rare form of cancer, and he had struggled to come to terms with that loss as he grew older, ChronicleLive reports.
Diagnosed with a mixed personality disorder, Mr Johnson felt there was a "lack of support", said his devastated sister Ashleigh Marr, 30, adding: "It's still really raw and still feels like a nightmare.
Image: Ashleigh Marr) Ashleigh Marr)
"It's good to hear some implementations have been put in place to improve the care that is given to people who are struggling with their mental health and drug and alcohol abuse.
"I think me and my family think about Alex every minute of every day. He is constantly in our thoughts.
"We miss him so so much and life is just not the same without him."
Mr Johnson had live-streamed video on Facebook stating he was going to jump from the bridge, and a concerned member of the public called police.
Officers found his bag on the bridge and a search, involving a fire service boat, was launched.
There were multiple appeals on social media before Mr Johnson's body was recovered from the River Tyne two weeks later.
There was no evidence of drowning from the post-mortem examination, said Dr Bloxham, a pathologist at the Royal Victoria Infirmary.
He said: "Given the absence of signs of drowning, on balance it makes it likely he died due to shock from immersion of water. He may have died very suddenly."
Image: Ashleigh Marr) Ashleigh Marr)
Mr Johnson had a "low concentration" of ketamine in his blood, and three prescribed drugs for his depression and anxiety, according to a toxicology report.
He had 70mg of alcohol per 100 millilitres of blood in his system.
Mr Johnson had suffered from depression and anxiety, and also had epilepsy.
He went to his GP in 2014 with "low moods" and was referred to mental health services, who diagnosed him with a mixed personality disorder and discharged him. His mum tried to get him further support.
The inquest heard he was referred to a drug and alcohol team to help him cope with his alcohol abuse.
GP Dr Mageed said Mr Johnson had reduced his levels of prescribed anxiety and anti depressant drugs considerably.
However, Mr Johnson had discussed suicidal thoughts days before an appointment with a colleague in December 2018, the GP said.
He added: "When I saw Alex in November 2018 he said he had been drinking three litres of cider a day.
Image: Ashleigh Marr) Ashleigh Marr)
"However, he said he had reduced this to six to seven cans a day only on a weekend. We still saw this as binge drinking."
Jane King, a mental health practitioner for County Durham and Darlington NHS Trust, said: "Our assessment showed that Alex's alcohol intake was a dominant factor. As a service, we felt that needed to be dealt with to find out if there was a mental health issue to be dealt with."
Following an investigation, the Trust has made some changes in an attempt to improve its care for mental health patients.
There is now a "clearer pathway" for patients to access GPs, mental health services and the drug and alcohol service run by the local authority.
it has also taken steps to improve its sharing of information from relatives of patients who wish to voluntarily provide details that could be helpful to assess and care for vulnerable patients.
Senior coroner Karen Dilks reached a conclusion of suicide.
Ms Dilks said: "Though there was the presence of ketamine and alcohol in his blood in his post-mortem examination, I do not believe drugs or alcohol were a consequence of Alex's death.
"He jumped from the Tyne Bridge into the River Tyne. On the balance of probabilities, Alex intended his actions.
"The conclusion I come to is one of suicide."
Image: Ashleigh Marr) Ashleigh Marr)
Mr Johnson's family have set up a trust in his name in partnership with the If U Care Share Foundation.
It provides dedicated bereavement care to children who have lost someone close to them.
This type of care was not available to Mr Johnson after his father died, the family said.
His sister Mrs Marr added: "Alex definitely felt like there was a lack of support when he went to them with problems of mental health and he was passed on to the drug and alcohol services without any mental health care.
"As a family, all we wanted to do was support Alex. He felt almost a burden to be supported and he didn't really want the support. So it's important for the services to allow the families the chance to offer that support and work alongside them.
"It's so important to keep his name alive through the trust because he was such a caring person and he made it his mission in life to care for other people. He empathised with the pain of others and wanted to help them."
A number of fundraising events, including a run, are planned to support the trust in Alex's name. Click here to donate.
The Samaritans is available 24/7 if you need to talk. You can contact them for free by calling 116 123, email jo@samaritans.org or head to the website to find your nearest branch. You matter.


thedailymirror--2020-09-04--'My baby stopped using nappies at two weeks old and is already toilet trained'

A mum and dad say their daughter has n't used nappies since she was two weeks old and is now fully potty trained just nine months later .
Australian parents Montana Lower and Tom Lindwood explained that they use a method called 'elimination communication ' ( EC ) .
This involves looking out for signs that your baby needs the toilet and taking them , which they say bypasses the need for a nappy and enforcing a learned behaviour .
Dad Tom says parents are able to recognise cues for when their child is hungry , and the same technique @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they need to go to the toilet .
In a video on YouTube , Montana said she thought the idea was 'crazy ' at first but it 's meant they have n't had to buy nappies since their daughter Blue was just two weeks old .
She said it took only one day of Tom `` really committing '' to taking her to the potty every time she looked like she might need to go for Blue to become toilet trained .
Since that day , Montana says Blue will look to them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ toilet and they take her to the potty .
`` Babies are born with absolutely no preconceived knowledge of how to go to the bathroom and so if we do n't teach them to go in their nappy , then we do n't have to unteach them , '' she said .
`` It just makes a lot of sense to just straight up say 'we go to the toilet this way ' . ''
The couple added that nappies are a fairly new 'luxury item ' and EC is better for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ container at first before switching to a potty .
They said : `` We recommend setting aside one day , Blue took one day to learn she needed to go toilet in the Tupperware container .
Then after that it was up to us to read the signs . ''
Montana added : `` After that you could tell Blue is like ' I go to the potty now , take me to the potty ' .
`` Which was really sweet because she was two weeks old when that happened , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said he `` highly suggests '' other parents use the method and added there is plenty of material online for those wanting to research more about 'elimination communication ' .
You can see the full video here and Instagram page here .

Montana Lower and Tom Lindwood shared a video discussing their success using 'elimination communication' which has meant that their daughter hasn't needed nappies since she was two weeks old
'My daughter stopped using nappies at two weeks old and is already toilet trained'
A mum and dad say their daughter hasn't used nappies since she was two weeks old and is now fully potty trained just nine months later.
Australian parents Montana Lower and Tom Lindwood explained that they use a method called 'elimination communication' (EC).
This involves looking out for signs that your baby needs the toilet and taking them, which they say bypasses the need for a nappy and enforcing a learned behaviour.
Dad Tom says parents are able to recognise cues for when their child is hungry, and the same technique can also be used to know when they need to go to the toilet.
Image: Youtube/ontheway) Youtube/ontheway)
In a video on YouTube, Montana said she thought the idea was 'crazy' at first but it's meant they haven't had to buy nappies since their daughter Blue was just two weeks old.
She said it took only one day of Tom "really committing" to taking her to the potty every time she looked like she might need to go for Blue to become toilet trained.
Since that day, Montana says Blue will look to them when she needs to go to the toilet and they take her to the potty.
"Babies are born with absolutely no preconceived knowledge of how to go to the bathroom and so if we don't teach them to go in their nappy, then we don't have to unteach them," she said.
Image: Youtube/ontheway) Youtube/ontheway)
"It just makes a lot of sense to just straight up say 'we go to the toilet this way'."
The couple added that nappies are a fairly new 'luxury item' and EC is better for the environment, saying they used a Tupperware container at first before switching to a potty.
They said: "We recommend setting aside one day, Blue took one day to learn she needed to go toilet in the Tupperware container. Then after that it was up to us to read the signs."
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Montana added: "After that you could tell Blue is like 'I go to the potty now, take me to the potty'.
"Which was really sweet because she was two weeks old when that happened, and it blew our minds."
Tom said he "highly suggests" other parents use the method and added there is plenty of material online for those wanting to research more about 'elimination communication'.
You can see the full video here and Instagram page here.


thedailymirror--2020-09-04--Chelsea ready to sign Man Utd star who Ed Woodward is allowing to leave

Chelsea are reportedly ready to swoop to sign Sergio Romero , who may be allowed to leave Manchester United this month .
The Blues splashed out a huge £71million on Kepa Arrizabalaga when Thibault Courtois left for Real Madrid two years ago , but the keeper has been far from convincing .
Frank Lampard has his eye on a new shot-stopper this summer to at the very least provide competition for places at Stamford Bridge .
Manchester United 's number one is David de Gea , but he is set to be challenged by Dean Henderson this coming season , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sheffield United .
Opportunities for Romero will be few and far between next season , and United 's executive vice chairman Woodward is reportedly open to selling the Argentine .
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According to The Athletic , Romero is a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been very busy so far this summer and have signed no fewer than five players : Timo Werner from RB Leipzig , Ben Chilwell from Leicester City and Xavier Mbuyamba , Malang Sarr and Thiago Silva on frees .
Kai Havertz is the sixth man expected through the door at Stamford Bridge .
On Friday , the German left his national team 's training camp to complete a medical with Chelsea ahead of a £70m move .
Bayer Leverkusens Rudi Voller said : `` I 've talked to Oliver Bierhoff and Jogi Low @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
We are grateful to the national coach that Kai can now sort things out with our support in London . ''
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Kepa Arrizabalaga hasn't impressed at Chelsea since signing for the club for a huge £71million back in 2018, and Frank Lampard has his eye on possible new recruits
Chelsea looking to sign Man Utd star who Ed Woodward is allowing to leave
Chelsea are reportedly ready to swoop to sign Sergio Romero, who may be allowed to leave Manchester United this month.
The Blues splashed out a huge £71million on Kepa Arrizabalaga when Thibault Courtois left for Real Madrid two years ago, but the keeper has been far from convincing.
Frank Lampard has his eye on a new shot-stopper this summer to at the very least provide competition for places at Stamford Bridge.
Manchester United's number one is David de Gea, but he is set to be challenged by Dean Henderson this coming season, after his impressing campaign on loan at Sheffield United.
Opportunities for Romero will be few and far between next season, and United's executive vice chairman Woodward is reportedly open to selling the Argentine.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
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According to The Athletic, Romero is a player Chelsea are considering.
Chelsea have been very busy so far this summer and have signed no fewer than five players: Timo Werner from RB Leipzig, Ben Chilwell from Leicester City and Xavier Mbuyamba, Malang Sarr and Thiago Silva on frees.
Kai Havertz is the sixth man expected through the door at Stamford Bridge.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
On Friday, the German left his national team's training camp to complete a medical with Chelsea ahead of a £70m move.
Bayer Leverkusens Rudi Voller said: "I've talked to Oliver Bierhoff and Jogi Low about this over the past few days. We are grateful to the national coach that Kai can now sort things out with our support in London."
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thedailymirror--2020-09-04--Sarah Harding's ex Chad Johnson says he's praying for her in cancer battle

Sarah Harding 's ex Chad Johnson has said he 's `` praying '' for her as she battles breast cancer .
The ex Girls Aloud singer , 38 , announced last month that she has been diagnosed with the disease , which has now spread to other parts of her body .
Chad , who briefly dated Sarah after meeting her on CelebrityBig Brother in 2017 , said he is hoping to reach out to her to check if she 's doing OK. His own mum Peggy died from the disease aged 63 after fighting it for seven years .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ sucks , I am hoping and praying the absolute best for her because I know how difficult the situation can be .
`` My mum had breast cancer and it got into her blood and her liver .
I know what Sarah is going through , I mean , I have seen it from day one to the very end and I just hope that she can recover .
`` I know how rough it is , once you go there there 's no real coming back .
You 're always worrying about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mum the whole time . ''
Sarah announced the sad news on social media last week .
She shared a picture of herself in her hospital gown as she revealed she 's undergoing chemotherapy .
Sarah said : `` There ' no easy way to say this and actually it does n't even feel real writing this , but here goes .
`` Earlier this year I was diagnosed with breast cancer and a couple of weeks ago I received the devastating news that the cancer has advanced to other parts of my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ weekly chemotherapy sessions and I am fighting as hard as I possibly can . ''
She continued : `` My amazing mum , family and close friends are helping me through this , and I want to say a thank you to the wonderful NHS doctors and nurses who have been and continue to be heroes .
`` I am doing my very best to keep positive and will keep you updated here with how I 'm getting on .
`` In the meantime I hope you 'll all understand and respect my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Sending you all so much love….xx . ''

Sarah Harding announced last month that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer, which has now spread to other parts of her body
Sarah Harding's ex Chad Johnson says he's praying for her in breast cancer battle
Sarah Harding's ex Chad Johnson has said he's "praying" for her as she battles breast cancer.
The ex Girls Aloud singer, 38, announced last month that she has been diagnosed with the disease, which has now spread to other parts of her body.
Chad, who briefly dated Sarah after meeting her on Celebrity Big Brother in 2017, said he is hoping to reach out to her to check if she's doing OK.
His own mum Peggy died from the disease aged 63 after fighting it for seven years.
He told the MailOnline : "It sucks, I am hoping and praying the absolute best for her because I know how difficult the situation can be.
Image: WireImage) WireImage)
"My mum had breast cancer and it got into her blood and her liver. I know what Sarah is going through, I mean, I have seen it from day one to the very end and I just hope that she can recover.
"I know how rough it is, once you go there there's no real coming back. You're always worrying about it. I took care of my mum the whole time."
Sarah announced the sad news on social media last week.
Image: C5) C5)
She shared a picture of herself in her hospital gown as she revealed she's undergoing chemotherapy.
Sarah said: "There' no easy way to say this and actually it doesn't even feel real writing this, but here goes.
"Earlier this year I was diagnosed with breast cancer and a couple of weeks ago I received the devastating news that the cancer has advanced to other parts of my body.
"I'm currently undergoing weekly chemotherapy sessions and I am fighting as hard as I possibly can."
Image: Mike Marsland/WireImage) Mike Marsland/WireImage)
She continued: "My amazing mum, family and close friends are helping me through this, and I want to say a thank you to the wonderful NHS doctors and nurses who have been and continue to be heroes.
"I am doing my very best to keep positive and will keep you updated here with how I'm getting on.
"In the meantime I hope you'll all understand and respect my request for privacy during this difficult time. Sending you all so much love….xx."


thedailymirror--2020-09-04--Virgin Atlantic to cut 1,150 more jobs as it completes £1.2billion rescue deal

Virgin Atlantic plans to cut 1,150 more jobs and has completed its £1.2billion rescue deal , the airline said .
The news means the airline survives , for now , having previously said it would run out of cash altogether this month without a deal being signed off .
Chief executive Shai Weiss said : `` Together , we have achieved what many thought impossible and that is down to the efforts and sacrifices of so many across the company .
`` The completion of the private-only , solvent recapitalisation of Virgin Atlantic removes much of the uncertainty we faced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our fight for survival .
`` We greatly appreciate the support of our shareholders , creditors and new private investors and together , we will ensure that the airline continues to provide vital connectivity and competition . ''
He added : `` After the sacrifices so many of our people have made , further reducing the number of people we employ is heart-breaking but essential for survival .
`` I truly hope that as demand returns , we will see many members of our team returning to us . ''
The £1.2 billion @ @ @ @ @ @ @ involves only private funds , and includes a cash injection of £200 million from founder Sir Richard Branson 's Virgin Group .
The airline has previously insisted that without a `` solvent recapitalisation '' its directors would have `` no choice '' but to place it into administration , which would `` result in a poor outcome for the company 's creditors '' .
Virgin Atlantic has said it does not expect demand for air travel to return to pre-pandemic levels until 2023 .
In May it announced it would shrink its operations @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cutting 3,550 jobs .

Virgin Atlantic to cut 1,150 more jobs as it completes £1.2bn bailout
Virgin Atlantic to cut 1,150 more jobs as it completes £1.2bn bailout
The job losses combined with the bailout means Virgin Atlantic can keep flying while it waits for air traffic to return to levels seen last year
Virgin Atlantic to cut 1,150 more jobs as it completes £1.2billion rescue deal
Virgin Atlantic plans to cut 1,150 more jobs and has completed its £1.2billion rescue deal, the airline said.
The news means the airline survives, for now, having previously said it would run out of cash altogether this month without a deal being signed off.
Chief executive Shai Weiss said: "Together, we have achieved what many thought impossible and that is down to the efforts and sacrifices of so many across the company.
"The completion of the private-only, solvent recapitalisation of Virgin Atlantic removes much of the uncertainty we faced and represents a major step forward in our fight for survival.
"We greatly appreciate the support of our shareholders, creditors and new private investors and together, we will ensure that the airline continues to provide vital connectivity and competition."
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He added: "After the sacrifices so many of our people have made, further reducing the number of people we employ is heart-breaking but essential for survival.
"I truly hope that as demand returns, we will see many members of our team returning to us."
The £1.2 billion rescue deal, announced in July, involves only private funds, and includes a cash injection of £200 million from founder Sir Richard Branson's Virgin Group.
The airline has previously insisted that without a "solvent recapitalisation" its directors would have "no choice" but to place it into administration, which would "result in a poor outcome for the company's creditors".
Virgin Atlantic has said it does not expect demand for air travel to return to pre-pandemic levels until 2023.
In May it announced it would shrink its operations, including closing its Gatwick base and cutting 3,550 jobs.


thedailymirror--2020-09-04--Amazon is now selling an Echo Dot for 99p with Music Unlimited

Online giant Amazon has launched a huge deal on its Echo Dot speaker in time for the weekend .
The best-selling Alexa smart speaker can be snapped up as little as 99p to anyone who buys a month 's worth for Amazon 's music streaming service .
Once you sign up to the service for one month , which will cost you £8.98 , you will then also receive the Echo Dot for 99p .
As both purchases would normally set you back £57.98 , the deal means you 'll be saving a whopping £49 .
The one-off deal is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be sure to choose the combined deal and not 'device only ' .
It was recently shared to deals site hotukdeals.com and has caused a rush from bargain-hunters wanting to take advantage of the incredible offer .
Those who sign up to Amazon Music Unlimited , which is similar to Spotify and Apple Music , can simply cancel their subscription before the first month is up to avoid paying any further charges .
The deal comes just a few days after Spotify Premium users were being offered a free Google Nest smart speaker @ @ @ @ @ @ @ third-generation Echo Dot in charcoal is usually priced at £49.99 but is currently reduced to £29.99 for those who are buying it seperately .
However , the online giant 's latest deal means eligible customers can get one for just £8.98 .
Sadly , the offer is only available to Amazon Prime members - so you 'll need to sign up to the premium delivery service first if you want to redeem it .
The Echo Dot is a voice-activated speaker that lets users browse the internet , connect with other devices and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ commands .
Click here to see our pick of the best Google-home compatible devices for 2020 .

Amazon customers can pick up a free Echo Dot speaker for 99p when they buy a month of Music Unlimited for £8.99
Amazon is now selling an Echo Dot speaker for 99p with Music Unlimited
Online giant Amazon has launched a huge deal on its Echo Dot speaker in time for the weekend.
The best-selling Alexa smart speaker can be snapped up as little as 99p to anyone who buys a month's worth for Amazon's music streaming service.
Once you sign up to the service for one month, which will cost you £8.98, you will then also receive the Echo Dot for 99p.
As both purchases would normally set you back £57.98, the deal means you'll be saving a whopping £49.
The one-off deal is available on the Amazon website, but be sure to choose the combined deal and not 'device only'.
It was recently shared to deals site hotukdeals.com and has caused a rush from bargain-hunters wanting to take advantage of the incredible offer.
Those who sign up to Amazon Music Unlimited, which is similar to Spotify and Apple Music, can simply cancel their subscription before the first month is up to avoid paying any further charges.
The deal comes just a few days after Spotify Premium users were being offered a free Google Nest smart speaker, which normally costs £49.99.
The third-generation Echo Dot in charcoal is usually priced at £49.99 but is currently reduced to £29.99 for those who are buying it seperately.
However, the online giant's latest deal means eligible customers can get one for just £8.98.
Sadly, the offer is only available to Amazon Prime members - so you'll need to sign up to the premium delivery service first if you want to redeem it.
The Echo Dot is a voice-activated speaker that lets users browse the internet, connect with other devices and control other appliances and gadgets via voice commands.
Click here to see our pick of the best Google-home compatible devices for 2020.


thedailymirror--2020-09-05--Kai Havertz outlines role Frank Lampard played as he completes Chelsea transfer

Kai Havertz has revealed he idolised Frank Lampard as a player as he explained the role the Chelsea boss played in convincing him to sign .
Havertz has become Chelsea 's sixth new arrival of an astonishing transfer window , signing for £72million plus add-ons following one of the big transfer sagas of the summer .
The 21-year-old left his Germany teammates on Friday to fly to London and complete his switch from Bayer Leverkusen , penning a five-year deal .
And the attacking midfielder said Lampard 's success as a player - as well as his promising early start @ @ @ @ @ @ @ played a big part in persuading him to ignore interest from the likes of Liverpool , Manchester United , Manchester City and Real Madrid .
`` Of course he had a big impact on my decision because I loved him as a player and watched him very often , '' said Havertz after he was confirmed as a Chelsea player .
`` And I think I can learn from him as a manager as well .
`` I think he 's a very humble person , a very great guy , and I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and learn from him . ''
Havertz scored 18 goals in 45 games last season for a Leverkusen side who finished fifth in the Bundesliga .
And as goalscoring midfielders go , he could learn from none better than Lampard .
Lampard is Chelsea 's all-time record scorer with 211 strikes from 648 games , and can count the Champions League , Europa League , three Premier League titles and FA Cups among his trophy haul with the club .
The 42-year-old former England star made a solid start to his career as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and guiding his side to the FA Cup final during his first season in charge .
And the club 's summer signings certainly signal an intent to improve on that .
As well as Havertz , Chelsea have signed striker Timo Werner from RB Leipzig , while left-back Ben Chilwell recently completed his move from Leicester and winger Hakim Ziyech signed from Ajax several months ago .
Thiago Silva joined on a free having left PSG , and fellow his centre-half Malang Sarr also signed but was sent straight out on loan to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thrive under Lampard 's tutelage , according to the Chelsea manager 's ex-teammate Michael Ballack .
`` I firmly believe that Lampard would be 100 per cent behind Havertz , '' the former Germany star told Bild last month .
Will Kai Havertz be a success at Chelsea ?
Have your say here '' He likes players who are very dangerous in front of goal and there aren ’ t many of those .
`` Havertz is a player that Lampard would help further develop , not least because he himself was a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who was always moving into dangerous areas , looking to finish off a chance . ''

Havertz has hailed his new boss Lampard as a big factor in his decision to join Chelsea, having idolised the former England star as a youngster
Kai Havertz has revealed he idolised Frank Lampard as a player as he explained the role the Chelsea boss played in convincing him to sign.
Havertz has become Chelsea's sixth new arrival of an astonishing transfer window, signing for £72million plus add-ons following one of the big transfer sagas of the summer.
The 21-year-old left his Germany teammates on Friday to fly to London and complete his switch from Bayer Leverkusen, penning a five-year deal.
And the attacking midfielder said Lampard's success as a player - as well as his promising early start to life as a manager - had played a big part in persuading him to ignore interest from the likes of Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City and Real Madrid.
"Of course he had a big impact on my decision because I loved him as a player and watched him very often," said Havertz after he was confirmed as a Chelsea player.
Image: Chelsea FC via Getty Images) Chelsea FC via Getty Images)
"And I think I can learn from him as a manager as well.
"I think he's a very humble person, a very great guy, and I can't wait to play with him and learn from him."
Havertz scored 18 goals in 45 games last season for a Leverkusen side who finished fifth in the Bundesliga.
And as goalscoring midfielders go, he could learn from none better than Lampard.
Lampard is Chelsea's all-time record scorer with 211 strikes from 648 games, and can count the Champions League, Europa League, three Premier League titles and FA Cups among his trophy haul with the club.
The 42-year-old former England star made a solid start to his career as Chelsea manager, securing Champions League qualification and guiding his side to the FA Cup final during his first season in charge.
And the club's summer signings certainly signal an intent to improve on that.
As well as Havertz, Chelsea have signed striker Timo Werner from RB Leipzig, while left-back Ben Chilwell recently completed his move from Leicester and winger Hakim Ziyech signed from Ajax several months ago.
Thiago Silva joined on a free having left PSG, and fellow his centre-half Malang Sarr also signed but was sent straight out on loan to gain experience.
Meanwhile, Havertz will thrive under Lampard's tutelage, according to the Chelsea manager's ex-teammate Michael Ballack.
"I firmly believe that Lampard would be 100 per cent behind Havertz," the former Germany star told Bild last month.
Will Kai Havertz be a success at Chelsea? Have your say here
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"He likes players who are very dangerous in front of goal and there aren’t many of those.
"Havertz is a player that Lampard would help further develop, not least because he himself was a midfielder with an eye for goal, who was always moving into dangerous areas, looking to finish off a chance."


thedailymirror--2020-09-05--Mum suffers horrific burns when hand sanitiser catches fire as she lights candle

A mum has suffered horrific burns all over her body after a bottle of hand sanitiser caught fire and exploded while she was lighting a candle .
Kate Wise , from Austin , Texas , said she put some sanitiser on her hands on Sunday before trying to light a candle at her home in the suburb of Round Rock .
According to a GoFundMe page set up by her best friend , Kate put her three children in bed to watch a movie before using some hand sanitiser .
Shortly after , she went to light something and her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ explosion '' .
The incident left her with second and third degree burns all over her body , including her entire face , her hands , and even her legs and feet .
Two of her daughters ran to the neighbour to call the emergency services .
Despite being on fire , the mum-of-three carried her 14-year-old disabled daughter and her dog out of the house .
The woman is currently in intensive care in Austin and needs major reconstructive surgery .
In the incident , which left her kids traumatised , their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all their possessions .
Speaking from her hospital bed , Kate said : `` Because of the hand sanitiser , it just lit my whole ... everywhere I had hand sanitiser on my hand , it just lit my hand with fire .
`` It ’ s something that you never want your kids to see . ''
After being released from hospital , the mum will need to find a new home for the family .
Kathryn Bonesteel and Emily Wise , who created the fundraiser - which raised more than $ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ accident on the sanitiser .
They said Kate had purchased it from a trusted shop , but said everyone should make sure they are buying safe products as some of those sold can be dangerous .
Kate now wants to raise awareness about what happened to her in order to prevent others from getting hurt .
The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Round Rock Fire Department , KHOU reported .

WARNING - GRAPHIC IMAGES: Mum-of-three Kate Wise suffered second and third degree burns all over her body, including her entire face, her hands, and even her legs and feet
A mum has suffered horrific burns all over her body after a bottle of hand sanitiser caught fire and exploded while she was lighting a candle.
Kate Wise, from Austin, Texas, said she put some sanitiser on her hands on Sunday before trying to light a candle at her home in the suburb of Round Rock.
According to a GoFundMe page set up by her best friend, Kate put her three children in bed to watch a movie before using some hand sanitiser.
Shortly after, she went to light something and her arm caught fire in a "bomb-like explosion".
The incident left her with second and third degree burns all over her body, including her entire face, her hands, and even her legs and feet.
Image: GoFundMe) GoFundMe)
Two of her daughters ran to the neighbour to call the emergency services.
Despite being on fire, the mum-of-three carried her 14-year-old disabled daughter and her dog out of the house.
The woman is currently in intensive care in Austin and needs major reconstructive surgery.
In the incident, which left her kids traumatised, their home was damaged too and they lost all their possessions.
Image: GoFundMe) GoFundMe)
Speaking from her hospital bed, Kate said: "Because of the hand sanitiser, it just lit my whole ... everywhere I had hand sanitiser on my hand, it just lit my hand with fire.
"It’s something that you never want your kids to see."
After being released from hospital, the mum will need to find a new home for the family.
Kathryn Bonesteel and Emily Wise, who created the fundraiser - which raised more than $8,000 (£6,000) - blamed the accident on the sanitiser.
Image: GoFundMe) GoFundMe)
They said Kate had purchased it from a trusted shop, but said everyone should make sure they are buying safe products as some of those sold can be dangerous.
Kate now wants to raise awareness about what happened to her in order to prevent others from getting hurt.
The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Round Rock Fire Department, KHOU reported.
To donate, visit GoFundMe


thedailymirror--2020-09-05--Madeleine McCann suspect 'might have carried out more rapes on the Algarve'

The prime suspect in the Madeleine McCann case may have committed “ more sexual abuse and rapes ” on the Algarve .
German police have urged their Portuguese counterparts to probe a sex offence potentially linked to Christian Brueckner .
The chief prosecutor in the Maddie probe in Germany confirmed the move as he offered further details of a sex offence Brueckner is being linked to .
It was committed against a 10-year-old on an Algarve beach a month before the British child vanished .
Hans Christian Walters told investigative Portuguese journalist Sandra Felgueiras : “ We are investigating whether @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ I ’ m not able to say how many cases are under investigation at the moment .
“ But we think there could be more crime , more sexual abuse , more rapes .
“ We are asking the Portuguese authorities to investigate whether that possibility exists.
” The police chief went on to confirm reports made earlier on Friday in Germany that Bruckner was a suspect in a April 2007 crime , in which a man performed a sex act in front a young girl on a beach near the Praia @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the same resort on May 3 that year .
He told Portuguese state broadcaster RTP , referring to Breuckner only as Christian B : “ We think he could be responsible for a crime of sexual abuse on a 10-year-old German child in Portugal in April 2007 .
“ We are investigating currently if Christian B did this .
He has not been charged .
He is only a suspect .
“ We have been investigating since April 2019 .
“ German police asked Portuguese authorities if there had been any sexual crime @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disappeared and they came back with this case .
“ It was in the same area where Madeleine was kidnapped .
“ We have spoken to the victim .
I can not confirm at the moment if she recognised Christian B .
“ It didn ’ t occur during a burglary .
I can not go into detail about the case because the investigation is ongoing but I can say it happened on a beach .
“ He ’ s suspected of masturbating in front of the young girl .
In Germany this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Walters said he could not speak about what evidence police had linking Brueckner to the crimes .
He added : “ I can ’ t say at this time how close we are to charging him.
” German magazine Spiegel reported the girl was grabbed on Salema Beach around a 15-minute drive west of Praia da Luz .
It said she was saved when adults rushed to her aid , causing the man to flee the scene .
She was said to have been playing with other children during a trip to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ friends when a naked man grabbed hold of her .
The magazine reported the investigation against Brueckner had already been closed because the victim could not identify him in pictures .
But it is believe to have been resumed after he was named as the main suspect in the Madeleine McCann case .
The young woman reportedly contacted police again and stated she was now '99 per cent ' sure he was the perpetrator .
Drifter Brueckner was arrested in 2017 on suspicion of exposing himself to young children at a playground in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drive from Praia de Luz .
Police discovered after his detention he was wanted in Germany on an international arrest warrant for children sex abuse and possession of child pornography .
He was extradited to his homeland and was never prosecuted in Portugal following his Algarve arrest .
The criminal probe was mothballed despite protests from the youngsters ’ angry parents .
The 43-year-old is currently in Germany ’ s Kiel Prison for drugs offences and is due to start a seven-year sentence for the 2005 rape in Praia da Luz of an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the sex crime late last year in Germany .
A former girlfriend spoke out last month to reveal he had sexually assaulted her five-year-old daughter and would also launch violent attacks against her during their nine-month relationship in the northern Germany city of Braunschweig .
The crimes , which sparked the European Arrest Warrant and his 2017 extradition to Portugal , ended up with him receiving a 15-month prison sentence .
Brueckner ’ s lawyer Friedrich Fulscher said recently his client was “ innocent ” of any involvement in Madeleine ’ s disappearance @

German authorities have asked their Portuguese counterparts to look into whether a crime committed against a ten-year-old in the Algarve is linked to Christian Brueckner
Madeleine McCann suspect 'might have carried out more rapes on the Algarve'
The prime suspect in the Madeleine McCann case may have committed “more sexual abuse and rapes” on the Algarve.
German police have urged their Portuguese counterparts to probe a sex offence potentially linked to Christian Brueckner.
The chief prosecutor in the Maddie probe in Germany confirmed the move as he offered further details of a sex offence Brueckner is being linked to.
It was committed against a 10-year-old on an Algarve beach a month before the British child vanished.
Hans Christian Walters told investigative Portuguese journalist Sandra Felgueiras: “We are investigating whether he committed more crimes in Portugal.
Image: Carabinieri Milano via Getty Ima) Carabinieri Milano via Getty Ima)
“I’m not able to say how many cases are under investigation at the moment.
“But we think there could be more crime, more sexual abuse, more rapes.
“We are asking the Portuguese authorities to investigate whether that possibility exists.”
The police chief went on to confirm reports made earlier on Friday in Germany that Bruckner was a suspect in a April 2007 crime, in which a man performed a sex act in front a young girl on a beach near the Praia da Luz resort.
Madeleine vanished from the same resort on May 3 that year.
Image: PA) PA)
He told Portuguese state broadcaster RTP, referring to Breuckner only as Christian B: “We think he could be responsible for a crime of sexual abuse on a 10-year-old German child in Portugal in April 2007.
“We are investigating currently if Christian B did this. He has not been charged. He is only a suspect.
“We have been investigating since April 2019.
“German police asked Portuguese authorities if there had been any sexual crime in Portugal around the time Madeleine McCann disappeared and they came back with this case.
“It was in the same area where Madeleine was kidnapped.
“We have spoken to the victim. I cannot confirm at the moment if she recognised Christian B.
“It didn’t occur during a burglary. I cannot go into detail about the case because the investigation is ongoing but I can say it happened on a beach.
“He’s suspected of masturbating in front of the young girl. In Germany this is classified as sexual abuse.”
Image: AFP) AFP)
Mr Walters said he could not speak about what evidence police had linking Brueckner to the crimes.
He added: “I can’t say at this time how close we are to charging him.”
German magazine Spiegel reported the girl was grabbed on Salema Beach around a 15-minute drive west of Praia da Luz.
It said she was saved when adults rushed to her aid, causing the man to flee the scene.
She was said to have been playing with other children during a trip to the beach with her tourist parents and family friends when a naked man grabbed hold of her.
The magazine reported the investigation against Brueckner had already been closed because the victim could not identify him in pictures.
But it is believe to have been resumed after he was named as the main suspect in the Madeleine McCann case.
The young woman reportedly contacted police again and stated she was now '99 per cent' sure he was the perpetrator.
Drifter Brueckner was arrested in 2017 on suspicion of exposing himself to young children at a playground in Sao Bartolomeu de Messines, a 40-minute drive from Praia de Luz.
Image: Phil Harris) Phil Harris)
Police discovered after his detention he was wanted in Germany on an international arrest warrant for children sex abuse and possession of child pornography.
He was extradited to his homeland and was never prosecuted in Portugal following his Algarve arrest.
The criminal probe was mothballed despite protests from the youngsters’ angry parents.
The 43-year-old is currently in Germany’s Kiel Prison for drugs offences and is due to start a seven-year sentence for the 2005 rape in Praia da Luz of an American OAP.
He was convicted of the sex crime late last year in Germany.
A former girlfriend spoke out last month to reveal he had sexually assaulted her five-year-old daughter and would also launch violent attacks against her during their nine-month relationship in the northern Germany city of Braunschweig.
The crimes, which sparked the European Arrest Warrant and his 2017 extradition to Portugal, ended up with him receiving a 15-month prison sentence.
Brueckner’s lawyer Friedrich Fulscher said recently his client was “innocent” of any involvement in Madeleine’s disappearance.


thedailymirror--2020-09-05--Rising singer Max unveils secret past relationship with Madonna when he was 18

Up and coming singer Max has peeled back the covers on his secret professional relationship with Madonna .
The 28-year-old singer – full name Maxwell George “ Max ” Schneider – was just 18-years-old when he was thrown in to the spotlight alongside now 62-year-old Madonna .
The pair starred in a string of campaign photographs for Italian fashion house , Dolce & Gabbana , which saw Madge take on the role of a housewife in a series of artistic photos .
High fashion snaps saw Max and Madonna striking a pose as they pretended to dance together – and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a street .
Now 10-years-later , Max has explained the slightly odd relationship he had while working with music icon Madonna .
And it appears she decided to call the shots when it came to their dancing scenes .
He revealed to The Sun : “ She takes the small of my back and lifts me up and she goes , ‘ I ’ ll teach you how to dance ’ .
” It sounds like the Material Girl then took control of the advertising campaign – demanding that she and the teen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ together .
He recalled : “ By the end of the day , she said , ‘ Cancel the other shoot , just bring me and Max on the street and we ’ re just going to carry groceries ’ .
” The subsequent photo shoot was also captured by paparazzi on location of the campaign .
The snaps that emerged threw Max in to the middle of a media frenzy .
He said : “ Next day , I woke up and the paper said , ‘ Who ’ s Madonna ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ day was this surreal hang with Madonna.
” Max has since hung up his modelling shoes and is now a focused musician himself .
His new single , Working For The Weekend was released on Friday – while his upcoming album , Colour Vision , is due for release on 18 September .

Working For The Weekend singer Max modelled alongside Madonna in a 2010 advertising campaign for Dolce & Gabbana. He recalls how the Queen of Pop seized control of the shoot – and him – to have things her way.
Up and coming singer Max unveils past friendship with Madonna when he was 18
Up and coming singer Max has peeled back the covers on his secret professional relationship with Madonna.
The 28-year-old singer – full name Maxwell George “Max” Schneider – was just 18 years old when he was thrown in to the spotlight alongside now 62-year-old Madonna.
The pair starred in a string of campaign photographs for Italian fashion house, Dolce & Gabbana, which saw Madge take on the role of a housewife in a series of artistic photos.
High fashion snaps saw Max and Madonna striking a pose as they pretended to dance together – and other images saw them carrying shopping down a street.
Image: Handout) Handout)
Now 10-years-later, Max has explained the slightly odd relationship he had while working with music icon Madonna.
And it appears she decided to call the shots when it came to their dancing scenes.
He revealed to The Sun: “She takes the small of my back and lifts me up and she goes, ‘I’ll teach you how to dance’.”
It sounds like the Material Girl then took control of the advertising campaign – demanding that she and the teen model be shot out shopping for food together.
Image: Getty Images for Madonna's MDNA SKIN) Getty Images for Madonna's MDNA SKIN)
He recalled: “By the end of the day, she said, ‘Cancel the other shoot, just bring me and Max on the street and we’re just going to carry groceries’.”
The subsequent photo shoot was also captured by paparazzi on location of the campaign.
The snaps that emerged threw Max in to the middle of a media frenzy.
He said: “Next day, I woke up and the paper said, ‘Who’s Madonna’s new foetus boyfriend?’ The day was this surreal hang with Madonna.”
Max has since hung up his modelling shoes and is now a focused musician himself.
His new single, Working For The Weekend was released on Friday – while his upcoming album, Colour Vision, is due for release on 18 September.


thedailymirror--2020-09-05--Protester suspected of killing Trump supporter shot dead by police during arrest

An anti-fascist protester suspected of killing a Trump supporter last weekend has been shot dead by police during an attempted arrest .
Michael Reinoehl , 48 , wanted on a murder charge , died in Olympia , Washington , after he left an apartment building and got in a car around 7.30pm on Thursday night .
He was armed with a handgun when members of a US Marshals Service fugitive task force shot him dead , the Marshals Service and the Thurston County Sheriff 's Office said .
`` Reinoehl was allegedly involved in an August 29 shooting incident in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a death , '' US Marshals said .
`` During the attempt to apprehend him , shots were fired at the suspect in the vehicle and he fled from the vehicle on foot , '' the Thurston County Sheriff 's Office , which is responsible for investigating the incident , said in a statement .
`` Additional shots were fired at the suspect and he was later pronounced deceased at the location . ''
A Multnomah County , Oregon court had charged Reinhoel with the murder of Aaron Danielson , and Portland police @ @ @ @ @ @ @ asking US marshals to locate him .
`` It sounded like fireworks , it was that many shots , '' bystander Jashon Spencer said in an online video .
Reinoehl , who had provided security for Black Lives Matter protests in Portland , in a video interview with Vice aired hours before his death appeared to admit he shot Danielson on Saturday night .
Danielson , 39 , was part of a group of supporters of Republican President Donald Trump who rode in pickup trucks into downtown Portland and clashed with protesters demonstrating @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This marks the first case in which the Justice Department has directly linked a demonstrator in Portland to a far-left political movement , according to Reuters .
Reinoehl 's sister called for peace in the wake of his death despite her estranged brother believing the United States `` was going to war . ''
The woman , who asked not to be named , said : `` He believed the war was here , and look at where that got him ; where it got us , '' she said .
`` Two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of them .
Two families have been thrown into chaos , and everyone seems more up in arms than ever .
`` I believe in something different .
I believe the peaceful majority are stronger than that . ''
Reinoehl regularly posted photos and videos of protests on social media in June and early July , including one of people chanting `` F**k Trump '' as someone burned a Trump 2020 flag , CNN reports .
Earlier this week , the US Attorney 's Office in Oregon confirmed that none of the defendants @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been linked to any particular group or political ideology .
`` The tracking down of Reinoehl - a dangerous fugitive , admitted Antifa member , and suspected murderer - is a significant accomplishment in the ongoing effort to restore law and order to Portland and other cities , '' US Attorney General William Barr said in a statement .
`` The streets of our cities are safer with this violent agitator removed . ''
Nationally , Antifa is a largely unstructured , far-left movement whose followers broadly aim to confront those they view @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a Portland man who ran a specialty moving company in the city for over 20 years , was a supporter of right-wing Christian conservative group Patriot Prayer .
Facebook Inc on Friday said it took down the pages of Patriot Prayer and group founder Joey Gibson , whose supporters have clashed with anti-fascists in Portland every weekend since mid-August .
`` They were removed as part of our ongoing efforts to remove Violent Social Militias from our platform , '' Facebook said in a statement .
Portland has seen escalating confrontations between right @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of protests since George Floydwas killed when a white police officer knelt on his neck .
`` I had no choice .
I mean , I , I had a choice .
I could have sat there and watched them kill a friend of mine of color .
But I was n't going to do that , '' he said in the video Farley provided to Vice News , adding he feared he would be stabbed .
Bystander video showed two men approaching Danielson and a friend , one saying `` Hey , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ got a couple over here , '' and another `` Pull it out , '' before two shots were fired .
`` I was confident that I did not hit anyone innocent .
And I made my exit , '' Reinhoel said in the Vice interview .
He was previously cited for carrying a loaded gun at a July 5 Portland protest , resisting arrest and interfering with police , according to The Oregonian newspaper .
The charges were subsequently dropped , the newspaper reported .
In social media posts Reinoehl , a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a professional snowboarder , an Army veteran and `` 100 % ANTIFA . ''
He said he was prepared to fight to change the `` course of humanity . ''
`` It will be a war and like all wars there will be casualties , '' he said in an Instagram post published on June 16 .

Michael Reinoehl, 48, wanted on a murder charge, died in Olympia, Washington, after he left an apartment building and got in a car around 7.30pm on Thursday night
An anti-fascist protester suspected of killing a Trump supporter last weekend has been shot dead by police during an attempted arrest.
Michael Reinoehl, 48, wanted on a murder charge, died in Olympia, Washington, after he left an apartment building and got in a car around 7.30pm on Thursday night.
He was armed with a handgun when members of a US Marshals Service fugitive task force shot him dead, the Marshals Service and the Thurston County Sheriff's Office said.
"Reinoehl was allegedly involved in an August 29 shooting incident in Portland, Oregon, that resulted in a death," US Marshals said.
"During the attempt to apprehend him, shots were fired at the suspect in the vehicle and he fled from the vehicle on foot," the Thurston County Sheriff's Office, which is responsible for investigating the incident, said in a statement.
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"Additional shots were fired at the suspect and he was later pronounced deceased at the location."
A Multnomah County, Oregon court had charged Reinhoel with the murder of Aaron Danielson, and Portland police issued a warrant for his arrest, asking US marshals to locate him.
"It sounded like fireworks, it was that many shots," bystander Jashon Spencer said in an online video.
Reinoehl, who had provided security for Black Lives Matter protests in Portland, in a video interview with Vice aired hours before his death appeared to admit he shot Danielson on Saturday night.
Danielson, 39, was part of a group of supporters of Republican President Donald Trump who rode in pickup trucks into downtown Portland and clashed with protesters demonstrating against racial injustice and police brutality.
On Sunday President Donald Trump tweeted: "Rest In Peace Jay!"
This marks the first case in which the Justice Department has directly linked a demonstrator in Portland to a far-left political movement, according to Reuters.
Reinoehl's sister called for peace in the wake of his death despite her estranged brother believing the United States "was going to war."
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The woman, who asked not to be named, said: "He believed the war was here, and look at where that got him; where it got us," she said.
"Two men are dead. He is one of them. Two families have been thrown into chaos, and everyone seems more up in arms than ever.
"I believe in something different. I believe the peaceful majority are stronger than that."
Reinoehl regularly posted photos and videos of protests on social media in June and early July, including one of people chanting "F**k Trump" as someone burned a Trump 2020 flag, CNN reports.
Earlier this week, the US Attorney's Office in Oregon confirmed that none of the defendants from those protests facing federal charges had been linked to any particular group or political ideology.
"The tracking down of Reinoehl - a dangerous fugitive, admitted Antifa member, and suspected murderer - is a significant accomplishment in the ongoing effort to restore law and order to Portland and other cities," US Attorney General William Barr said in a statement.
"The streets of our cities are safer with this violent agitator removed."
Nationally, Antifa is a largely unstructured, far-left movement whose followers broadly aim to confront those they view as authoritarian or racist.
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Danielson, a Portland man who ran a specialty moving company in the city for over 20 years, was a supporter of right-wing Christian conservative group Patriot Prayer.
Facebook Inc on Friday said it took down the pages of Patriot Prayer and group founder Joey Gibson, whose supporters have clashed with anti-fascists in Portland every weekend since mid-August.
"They were removed as part of our ongoing efforts to remove Violent Social Militias from our platform," Facebook said in a statement.
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Portland has seen escalating confrontations between right and left-wing groups after nearly 100 days of protests since George Floydwas killed when a white police officer knelt on his neck.
Reinoehl told freelance journalist Donovan Farley he acted in self-defense.
"I had no choice. I mean, I, I had a choice. I could have sat there and watched them kill a friend of mine of color. But I wasn't going to do that," he said in the video Farley provided to Vice News, adding he feared he would be stabbed.
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Bystander video showed two men approaching Danielson and a friend, one saying "Hey, we got one over here, we got a couple over here," and another "Pull it out," before two shots were fired.
"I was confident that I did not hit anyone innocent. And I made my exit,'' Reinhoel said in the Vice interview.
He was previously cited for carrying a loaded gun at a July 5 Portland protest, resisting arrest and interfering with police, according to The Oregonian newspaper.
The charges were subsequently dropped, the newspaper reported.
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In social media posts Reinoehl, a father of two, described himself as a professional snowboarder, an Army veteran and "100%
ANTIFA."
He said he was prepared to fight to change the "course of humanity."
"It will be a war and like all wars there will be casualties," he said in an Instagram post published on June 16.


thedailymirror--2020-09-05--Mikel Arteta and Edu deliver verdict on Arsenal's Dani Ceballos loan deal

Mikel Arteta and Edu have spoken out after it was confirmed that Dani Ceballos will return to Arsenal on loan .
Ceballos will spend a second successive season with the Gunners after Real Madrid gave the green light .
The midfielder made a good start to life at the Emirates after Arteta 's predecessor Unai Emery signed him on loan last summer .
Ceballos struggled to nail down a place in the team after a spell out on the sidelines with injury , but went on to become a key player under Arteta in the latter part of the season @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the 24-year-old 's return to north London .
“ Dani was an integral part of our team last season and finished the season in excellent form , '' said Arteta .
`` We ’ re all delighted to welcome him back and we look forward to seeing him pick up where he left off.
” The Spain international having scored a crucial late winner in the quarter final against Sheffield United , and was a fixture in the first team as Arteta secured silverware in his first season as a manager .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ back with us for the new season , '' said Edu .
`` We all know his qualities after an impressive 2019/2020 campaign , which ended with him playing a key role in our FA Cup success .
`` We ’ re excited to add Dani to the list of quality players we are bringing in.
” Will Arsenal get back into the top four next season ?
have your say here The return of Ceballos follows this week 's news that Arsenal had signed centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes for a fee that could @ @ @ @ @ @ @ signed free transfer Willian on a bumper contract , as well as making loan deals for defenders Pablo Mari and Cedric Soares permanent .
And centre-back William Saliba will be at the Emirates this coming season after spending last season on loan at Saint-Etienne .
The Gunners also hope to tie down Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to a mammoth new deal worth a reported £250,000 per year .

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The Gunners chiefs have hailed the role Ceballos played in Arsenal's successful end to the last campaign after it was confirmed he will return for a second season-long loan
Mikel Arteta and Edu deliver verdict on Arsenal's Dani Ceballos loan deal
Mikel Arteta and Edu have spoken out after it was confirmed that Dani Ceballos will return to Arsenal on loan.
Ceballos will spend a second successive season with the Gunners after Real Madrid gave the green light.
The midfielder made a good start to life at the Emirates after Arteta's predecessor Unai Emery signed him on loan last summer.
Ceballos struggled to nail down a place in the team after a spell out on the sidelines with injury, but went on to become a key player under Arteta in the latter part of the season.
And the manager welcomed news of the 24-year-old's return to north London.
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“Dani was an integral part of our team last season and finished the season in excellent form," said Arteta.
"I love Dani’s passion and commitment and he’s a highly skilful player.
"We’re all delighted to welcome him back and we look forward to seeing him pick up where he left off.”
Tecnhical director Edu hailed Ceballos' role in Arsenal's FA Cup triumph.
The Spain international having scored a crucial late winner in the quarter final against Sheffield United, and was a fixture in the first team as Arteta secured silverware in his first season as a manager.
“We’re thrilled to have Dani back with us for the new season," said Edu.
"We all know his qualities after an impressive 2019/2020 campaign, which ended with him playing a key role in our FA Cup success.
"We’re excited to add Dani to the list of quality players we are bringing in.”
Will Arsenal get back into the top four next season? have your say here
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The return of Ceballos follows this week's news that Arsenal had signed centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes for a fee that could rise to £27million.
Arsenal have also signed free transfer Willian on a bumper contract, as well as making loan deals for defenders Pablo Mari and Cedric Soares permanent.
And centre-back William Saliba will be at the Emirates this coming season after spending last season on loan at Saint-Etienne.
The Gunners also hope to tie down Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to a mammoth new deal worth a reported £250,000 per year.


thedailymirror--2020-09-05--Kids' face masks branded sexist as girl given pink kisses but brother gets blue

Gender themed face masks for kids have been branded 'sexist ' after a little girl came from school with a pink one covered in kisses while her brother had plain blue .
Dr Catherine Lebel said her eight-year-old daughter was `` annoyed '' with the two masks printed with love-hearts and kisses reading 'xoxo ' she was given - calling them `` stupid . ''
The masks were by issued by a Canadian provincial government for schools to hand out to students and were designed by Old Navy , the researcher said .
The Calgary mum told Mirror Online her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she was concerned about the message the colours sent to young pupils .
`` My daughter came home and said it was stupid that her class got 'girls ' and 'boys ' masks , because there were no such things , '' Dr Lebel said .
`` She was not hugely upset , just annoyed . ''
The University of Calgary Associate Professor of Radiology was n't happy to see that the masks , designed to protect all people from the deadly global pandemic , divided by gender .
When she tweeted a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a huge response with many branding the difference as sexist .
Twitter user Jade wrote : `` If they were just pink and blue masks , I 'd move on and would n't comment .
`` But I 'm concerned about the lips/kisses on the `` girl '' masks .
I 'm not down with what that suggests , encourages , or celebrates and how it could be interpreted and used against the girls who are wearing them . ''
Others pointed out their sons preferred pink - one parent told her their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was allowed to pick out his own mask .
The Alberta Government said parents were welcome to reject the masks - stating they were for protection against Covid-19 - `` not fashion statements or political agendas . ''
Dr Lebel said she backed her daughter 's reaction - and would have felt the same way she did .
She said : `` I am irritated by this , but not outraged .
Certainly this is not the biggest thing we have to worry about right now , and I am glad to see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , it seems unnecessary to promote gender stereotypes and I think it ’ s important to call them out when I see them . ''
`` The gendering just seems unnecessary .
Masks are masks and can be for whoever they fit .
`` We try really hard not to talk about things being only for girls or boys and I really want kids ( not just my own ) to grow up with a sense of equal opportunity.
`` Dr Lebel had already made masks at home with her kids , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ She said she did n't blame her kids ' school - saying teachers were doing the best they could with what they were given by officials in a tough situation .
`` Our provincial government has not committed the time and money necessary to develop a well-thought out school reopening plan .
`` While this mask thing is a minor issue , I think the lack of planning and insight is showing here . ''
The Government of Alberta said it had successfully distributed 1.7 million masks and other PPE , while encouraging @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for a safe return to classes .
A spokesman for Alberta 's Municipal Affairs said : `` The masks came in a wide variety of colours and patterns from Old Navy and IFR Workwear , and our government had absolutely zero input in deciding which colours were sent .
`` The sole goal of the masks is preventing the spread of COVID-19 , not fashion statements or political agendas .
`` If parents do not like the specific provided masks , they are free to take their concerns to their local schools or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more recently attracted attention for her work researching how anxiety , stress and stress in pregnancy during the pandemic could affect coronavirus generation babies .
She and fellow researchers are following babies born during the pandemic to look at how their mums ' stress when they were in the womb could affect them in later life .
The high-profile study is exploring ways to boost resilience and how to protect mums and babies from knock-on effects in the aftermath of the pandemic .
The preliminary findings point to exercise during pregnancy as a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lebel said .
She told Mirror Online : `` The pandemic has been stressful for many people , but pregnant individuals may be particularly impacted .
`` This is concerning both because of the effects on the women themselves , but also because prenatal stress can have long-lasting impacts on children . ''
`` Our first results showed dramatically elevated symptoms of depression and anxiety among pregnant women ( 3-4 times what is normal ) . ''
`` We also found that women with more social support and who got more exercise had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some protection . ''
What do you think ?
Join the debate in the comments below .

The little girl's mum, a doctor from Canada, questioned why girls had to have pink masks with pictures of love-hearts and kisses on them- while the boys' masks were plain
Kids' masks branded 'sexist' as girl given pink kisses by school but brother gets blue
Gender themed face masks for kids have been branded 'sexist' after a little girl came from school with a pink one covered in kisses while her brother had plain blue.
Dr Catherine Lebel said her eight-year-old daughter was "annoyed" with the two masks printed with love-hearts and kisses reading 'xoxo' she was given - calling them "stupid."
The masks were by issued by a Canadian provincial government for schools to hand out to students and were designed by Old Navy, the researcher said.
The Calgary mum told Mirror Online her family already had their own masks but she was concerned about the message the colours sent to young pupils.
"My daughter came home and said it was stupid that her class got 'girls' and 'boys' masks, because there were no such things," Dr Lebel said.
"She was not hugely upset, just annoyed."
Image: CatherineALebel/Twitter) CatherineALebel/Twitter)
The University of Calgary Associate Professor of Radiology wasn't happy to see that the masks, designed to protect all people from the deadly global pandemic, divided by gender.
When she tweeted a picture of the masks, she got a huge response with many branding the difference as sexist.
Twitter user Jade wrote: "If they were just pink and blue masks, I'd move on and wouldn't comment.
"But I'm concerned about the lips/kisses on the "girl" masks. I'm not down with what that suggests, encourages, or celebrates and how it could be interpreted and used against the girls who are wearing them."
Others pointed out their sons preferred pink - one parent told her their boy chose a unicorn print when he was allowed to pick out his own mask.
The Alberta Government said parents were welcome to reject the masks - stating they were for protection against Covid-19 - "not fashion statements or political agendas."
Dr Lebel said she backed her daughter's reaction - and would have felt the same way she did.
She said: "I am irritated by this, but not outraged. Certainly this is not the biggest thing we have to worry about right now, and I am glad to see the school providing masks.
"However, it seems unnecessary to promote gender stereotypes and I think it’s important to call them out when I see them."
"The gendering just seems unnecessary. Masks are masks and can be for whoever they fit.
"We try really hard not to talk about things being only for girls or boys and I really want kids (not just my own) to grow up with a sense of equal opportunity. "
Dr Lebel had already made masks at home with her kids, and they planned to wear those instead.
She said she didn't blame her kids' school - saying teachers were doing the best they could with what they were given by officials in a tough situation.
"Our provincial government has not committed the time and money necessary to develop a well-thought out school reopening plan.
"While this mask thing is a minor issue, I think the lack of planning and insight is showing here."
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
The Government of Alberta said it had successfully distributed 1.7 million masks and other PPE, while encouraging parents and schools to get extra gear for a safe return to classes.
A spokesman for Alberta's Municipal Affairs said: " The masks came in a wide variety of colours and patterns from Old Navy and IFR Workwear, and our government had absolutely zero input in deciding which colours were sent.
"The sole goal of the masks is preventing the spread of COVID-19, not fashion statements or political agendas.
"If parents do not like the specific provided masks, they are free to take their concerns to their local schools or purchase other masks."
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Dr Lebel more recently attracted attention for her work researching how anxiety, stress and stress in pregnancy during the pandemic could affect coronavirus generation babies.
She and fellow researchers are following babies born during the pandemic to look at how their mums' stress when they were in the womb could affect them in later life.
The high-profile study is exploring ways to boost resilience and how to protect mums and babies from knock-on effects in the aftermath of the pandemic.
The preliminary findings point to exercise during pregnancy as a potential way to ease stress, Dr Lebel said.
She told Mirror Online: "The pandemic has been stressful for many people, but pregnant individuals may be particularly impacted.
"This is concerning both because of the effects on the women themselves, but also because prenatal stress can have long-lasting impacts on children."
"Our first results showed dramatically elevated symptoms of depression and anxiety among pregnant women (3-4 times what is normal)."
"We also found that women with more social support and who got more exercise had lower symptoms, suggesting these may offer some protection."
What do you think? Join the debate in the comments below.


thedailymirror--2020-09-05--Kem Cetinay shares intimate details of romance with girlfriend Lexi Hyzler

Kem Cetinay has shared some candid details about his new romance with trainee lawyer Lexi Hyzler .
The 24-year-old former Love Island winner has embarked on a romance with glamorous legal student Lexi – almost three years after he split from co-star Amber Davies , 23 .
Kem and Lexi went 'Instagram official ' with their romance at the start of the year .
And while the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic and the subsequent lockdown kept them apart for months , it seems the pair are getting along just fine .
While Kem appears in no rush to move @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he has taken steps to show he is serious about her by introduction her to his family .
Opening up to The Sun , the rugged hunk explained : “ The fact I ’ ve introduced her to my family and she ’ s stayed here shows I ’ m taking it seriously .
`` We had a chilled week – loads of Turkish kebabs , seven nights a week .
She ’ s got to get used to it .
“ We don ’ t do standard dinners , it ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ force-fed !
” Kem also hinted he is embarrassed by his Love Island past .
The reality star claims his 25-year-old lover had no idea who he was when they first met on holiday last year .
The star revealed he begged her not to watch old episodes of the ITV2 show that showed him bedding Amber in front of cameras .
He said : “ I told her , ‘ I ’ d rather you not watch it before you get to know me ’ , because that ’ s how it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s different going into a date having watched 50 hours of someone.
” He added : “ I don ’ t think she would watch it .
It would be a bit awkward and unnecessary .
”

The former Love Island contestant has been dating Lexi form months after going 'Instagram official' back in January – just weeks before the UK was plunged in to coronavirus lockdown
Kem Cetinay has shared some candid details about his new romance with trainee lawyer Lexi Hyzler.
The 24-year-old former Love Island winner has embarked on a romance with glamorous legal student Lexi – almost three years after he split from co-star Amber Davies, 23.
Kem and Lexi went 'Instagram official' with their romance at the start of the year.
And while the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic and the subsequent lockdown kept them apart for months, it seems the pair are getting along just fine.
While Kem appears in no rush to move in with his girlfriend, he says he has taken steps to show he is serious about her by introduction her to his family.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Opening up to The Sun, the rugged hunk explained: “The fact I’ve introduced her to my family and she’s stayed here shows I’m taking it seriously.
"We had a chilled week – loads of Turkish kebabs, seven nights a week. She’s got to get used to it.
“We don’t do standard dinners, it’s straight-up barbecue every night. She was force-fed!”
Image: WireImage) WireImage)
Kem also hinted he is embarrassed by his Love Island past.
The reality star claims his 25-year-old lover had no idea who he was when they first met on holiday last year.
The star revealed he begged her not to watch old episodes of the ITV2 show that showed him bedding Amber in front of cameras.
Image: Daily Record) Daily Record)
He said: “I told her, ‘I’d rather you not watch it before you get to know me’, because that’s how it would normally be.
“It’s different going into a date having watched 50 hours of someone.”
He added: “I don’t think she would watch it. It would be a bit awkward and unnecessary.”


thedailymirror--2020-09-05--Daredevil bride dangles off 1,900ft cliff edge during wedding photoshoot

A daredevil bride dangled off the edge of a 1,900ft cliff edge during a wedding photoshoot .
Ryan Myers , 30 , and wife Skye , 28 , from Arkansas , US , were planning to have a big wedding , but had to downsize the ceremony due to coronavirus lockdown restrictions .
After a small wedding ceremony , the couple decided to get adventurous and have a photoshoot at Hawksbill Crag , an iconic cliff on the Whitaker Point - one of the most popular hiking routes in Arkansas .
Amazing pictures captured by photographer Mason Gardner show the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ edge of the cliff .
In one of the photos , it looks like Skye is about to fall from the cliff while her husband stretches his hand towards her .
However , another image shows the bride was wearing a safety harness and was tied to a rope .
Ryan said : “ We are avid adventures and love the outdoors , hiking , kayaking , boating , camping rotate spots on our agenda , so we are always looking for the next epic adventure .
“ Somewhere in the middle of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for more than four years , I told her I didn ’ t want to wait any longer not being married to her .
“ We wanted a big wedding , but had minimal time to plan it because Skye started nursing school , and with the [ Centre for Disease Control ] having their regulations we were having difficulties deciding on how to proceed with a wedding .
“ That ’ s when we started looking at gorgeous iconic spots for an outside ceremony , so that it would be magical and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hawksbill Crag with about 12 guests .
At the end of the ceremony , the couple , who are avid adventurers , went for the photoshoot .
Ryan said : “ For the photos , Skye was in a sit harness designed for climbing .
“ Everyone included had experience and was well-trained in climbing .
“ All equipment and safety gear used was inspected and cleared by an expert .
“ Our crew was made up of myself , my best man Gage , Skye and her sister Summer , one rappelling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ !
” Whitaker Point Trail is a 4.7 kilometre hiking route located near Pettigrew , Arkansa , deep into the Ozark National Forest .
Thousands of hikers every year traverse the Whitaker Point Trail up to the beautiful rocky viewpoint .

Ryan Myers, 30, and wife Skye, 28, from Arkansas, US, celebrated their wedding with about 12 guests. After the ceremony, they went to the iconic hiking point Hawksbill Crag for a photoshoot
A daredevil bride dangled off the edge of a 1,900ft cliff edge during a wedding photoshoot.
Ryan Myers, 30, and wife Skye, 28, from Arkansas, US, were planning to have a big wedding, but had to downsize the ceremony due to coronavirus lockdown restrictions.
After a small wedding ceremony, the couple decided to get adventurous and have a photoshoot at Hawksbill Crag, an iconic cliff on the Whitaker Point - one of the most popular hiking routes in Arkansas.
Amazing pictures captured by photographer Mason Gardner show the newlyweds holding hands while standing on the edge of the cliff.
In one of the photos, it looks like Skye is about to fall from the cliff while her husband stretches his hand towards her.
Image: Mason Gardner / CATERS NEWS) Mason Gardner / CATERS NEWS)
However, another image shows the bride was wearing a safety harness and was tied to a rope.
Ryan said: “We are avid adventures and love the outdoors, hiking, kayaking, boating, camping rotate spots on our agenda, so we are always looking for the next epic adventure.
“Somewhere in the middle of June this year, after being together for more than four years, I told her I didn’t want to wait any longer not being married to her.
Image: Mason Gardner / CATERS NEWS) Mason Gardner / CATERS NEWS)
“We wanted a big wedding, but had minimal time to plan it because Skye started nursing school, and with the [Centre for Disease Control] having their regulations we were having difficulties deciding on how to proceed with a wedding.
“That’s when we started looking at gorgeous iconic spots for an outside ceremony, so that it would be magical and memorable.”
The wedding took place at Hawksbill Crag with about 12 guests.
Image: Mason Gardner / CATERS NEWS) Mason Gardner / CATERS NEWS)
At the end of the ceremony, the couple, who are avid adventurers, went for the photoshoot.
Ryan said: “For the photos, Skye was in a sit harness designed for climbing.
“Everyone included had experience and was well-trained in climbing.
“All equipment and safety gear used was inspected and cleared by an expert.
Image: Mason Gardner / CATERS NEWS) Mason Gardner / CATERS NEWS)
“Our crew was made up of myself, my best man Gage, Skye and her sister Summer, one rappelling expert and our photographer who was amazing!”
Whitaker Point Trail is a 4.7 kilometre hiking route located near Pettigrew, Arkansa, deep into the Ozark National Forest.
Thousands of hikers every year traverse the Whitaker Point Trail up to the beautiful rocky viewpoint.