thedailymirror--2020-03-15--How ex-lorry driver and nurse sought comfort in band during darkest moments

When district nurse Alison Wain suffered a multiple breakdown of her immune system , she turned to the band for solace and support .
When ex-lorry driver Dennis Allport lost his wife at Christmas , his fellow players were a second family .
Where there ’ s brass , there ’ s more than music .
The brass band is a community in miniature , with young and old , girls and men , the well and the disabled .
And not only that – playing in a band boosts the heart and lungs , while cutting stress and improving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Dr Michael Bonshor said : “ Our research shows playing in a brass band can be beneficial for physical , psychological and social wellbeing .
“ Players report improvements in respiratory and cardiovascular health , general fitness , cognitive skills , mental wellbeing and social engagement.
” Brass-banders have known this tune for a long time .
One dedicated group of players in Yorkshire has brought fun , entertainment and social therapy to local people for 20 years .
Lofthouse Band , set up in 1999 by cornet player and conductor Andrew @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out to people in the former pit village it is based in .
Alison Wain , 52 , an NHS nurse for 26 years , now walks on double crutches because of her life-threatening illness , which still leaves her frail and vulnerable .
But she ’ s strong enough to play second horn in the front row .
“ I spend a lot of time isolated at home , ” she says .
“ This is a safe place to come , everybody is so supportive .
“ I don ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ many things I can ’ t do – but I can do this .
They all look after me and that enables me to do other things.
” Dennis Allport , 65 , plays bass trombone .
For 13 years , he was in the military band of the 9/12th Royal Lancers , playing in Northern Ireland and Germany .
He ’ s been hooked on brass “ since my dad bought me a trumpet for Christmas ” .
After losing his wife , Dennis says : “ I ’ ve got my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tanks and the band .
I was depressed but I ’ ve started playing again and the smile has come back on my face .
It ’ s a warm family feeling round the band.
” Lofthouse , near Wakefield , had a band when the pit – scene of a 1973 disaster in which seven miners died – was working .
It shared the fate of social collapse when the colliery closed but since Andrew revived the tradition it ’ s been going strong .
The band has around 50 members , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and is equally divided between the sexes .
They play in three bands : Beginner Brass , mainly for primary children , Brass Roots Band , for mixed children and adults , and the “ top flight ” Lofthouse 2000 Band , ranked at the top of the third grade in banding .
“ The band is never still , ” says Andrew .
“ We ’ re involved at all levels in the community : parades , concerts , fetes , event openings , church services and funerals .
We succeed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ experience that gives a unique sense of community , and for younger members valuable interpersonal skills .
“ Yes , a brass band today is as likely to produce male and female doctors , engineers , teachers and other professionals as it ever was miners , shipbuilders or railwaymen.
” I met the band rehearsing in Outwood Working Men ’ s Club .
A jolly crowd , the enjoyment of music was plain to see .
Their rendition of tunes like Love Divine All Loves Excelling and He Who Would Valiant Be moved @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at a C of E school .
“ It ’ s a really nice atmosphere , ” says cornet player Chloe Hemingway , 14 .
“ We all enjoy it .
And it relieves stress.
” Fellow cornet Georgina Mann has been playing since she was seven .
“ But I ended up with asthma and now it helps with my breathing.
” Don ’ t get me wrong , the band isn ’ t a sick ward .
Listen to it belting out numbers on the sample from their CD , Round @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
If that doesn ’ t get your foot tapping , nothing will .
Nonetheless , musicians are three times more likely to suffer from mental ill-health and the band has a positive policy on the issue , promoting a safe and stable environment for those directly and indirectly affected .
Andrew was the mental health manager in a digital business and oversaw the adoption of a comprehensive strategy on the issue .
“ I realised within a group of people like this there are those who have , or have experienced , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have a policy and a support mechanism .
“ The band is very open and very aware .
We have had people with lifelong conditions and they have shared that with us .
Our policy is you tell us what you need in the way of support and the band will provide it , if that ’ s what you want.
” The policy worked so well with one player her confidence rose – and they lost her to a rival band .
This is the modern face of banding , which is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ less so for the role it can play in today ’ s stressed-out society .
In the immortal words sung by Kathleen Ferrier , a favourite on Desert Island Discs : “ Art thou troubled ?
Music will calm thee/Art thou weary ?
Rest shall be thine.
” • Lofthouse has qualified for the National Championships and needs to raise £5,000 to take part .
All donations gratefully received .

EXCLUSIVE: When Alison Wain was suffering a breakdown of her immune system, she turned to a brass band for support and got more than she'd ever imagined
When district nurse Alison Wain suffered a multiple breakdown of her immune system, she turned to the band for solace and support.
When ex-lorry driver Dennis Allport lost his wife at Christmas, his fellow players were a second family.
Where there’s brass, there’s more than music. The brass band is a community in miniature, with young and old, girls and men, the well and the disabled.
And not only that – playing in a band boosts the heart and lungs, while cutting stress and improving mental health, Sheffield University reported recently.
Dr Michael Bonshor said: “Our research shows playing in a brass band can be beneficial for physical, psychological and social wellbeing.
“Players report improvements in respiratory and cardiovascular health, general fitness, cognitive skills, mental wellbeing and social engagement.”
Brass-banders have known this tune for a long time. One dedicated group of players in Yorkshire has brought fun, entertainment and social therapy to local people for 20 years.
Image: Julian Hamilton/Daily Mirror) Julian Hamilton/Daily Mirror)
Lofthouse Band, set up in 1999 by cornet player and conductor Andrew Whitaker, has a mission to reach out to people in the former pit village it is based in.
Alison Wain, 52, an NHS nurse for 26 years, now walks on double crutches because of her life-threatening illness, which still leaves her frail and vulnerable. But she’s strong enough to play second horn in the front row.
“I spend a lot of time isolated at home,” she says. “This is a safe place to come, everybody is so supportive.
“I don’t work any more. There are so many things I can’t do – but I can do this. They all look after me and that enables me to do other things.”
Dennis Allport, 65, plays bass trombone. For 13 years, he was in the military band of the 9/12th Royal Lancers, playing in Northern Ireland and Germany. He’s been hooked on brass “since my dad bought me a trumpet for Christmas”.
After losing his wife, Dennis says: “I’ve got my family, a budgie, two fish tanks and the band. I was depressed but I’ve started playing again and the smile has come back on my face. It’s a warm family feeling round the band.”
Image: Julian Hamilton/Daily Mirror) Julian Hamilton/Daily Mirror)
Lofthouse, near Wakefield, had a band when the pit – scene of a 1973 disaster in which seven miners died – was working. It shared the fate of social collapse when the colliery closed but since Andrew revived the tradition it’s been going strong.
The band has around 50 members, the youngest 13 and the oldest 80, and is equally divided between the sexes. They play in three bands: Beginner Brass, mainly for primary children, Brass Roots Band, for mixed children and adults, and the “top flight” Lofthouse 2000 Band, ranked at the top of the third grade in banding.
“The band is never still,” says Andrew.
“We’re involved at all levels in the community: parades, concerts, fetes, event openings, church services and funerals. We succeed by making brass-banding a fun and rewarding experience that gives a unique sense of community, and for younger members valuable interpersonal skills.
“Yes, a brass band today is as likely to produce male and female doctors, engineers, teachers and other professionals as it ever was miners, shipbuilders or railwaymen.”
Image: Julian Hamilton/Daily Mirror) Julian Hamilton/Daily Mirror)
I met the band rehearsing in Outwood Working Men’s Club. A jolly crowd, the enjoyment of music was plain to see. Their rendition of tunes like Love Divine All Loves Excelling and He Who Would Valiant Be moved this old reporter brought up with hymns at a C of E school.
“It’s a really nice atmosphere,” says cornet player Chloe Hemingway, 14. “We all enjoy it. And it relieves stress.”
Fellow cornet Georgina Mann has been playing since she was seven. “But I ended up with asthma and now it helps with my breathing.”
Don’t get me wrong, the band isn’t a sick ward. Listen to it belting out numbers on the sample from their CD, Round The Town, on their website lofthousebrassband.org.uk. If that doesn’t get your foot tapping, nothing will.
Nonetheless, musicians are three times more likely to suffer from mental ill-health and the band has a positive policy on the issue, promoting a safe and stable environment for those directly and indirectly affected.
Andrew was the mental health manager in a digital business and oversaw the adoption of a comprehensive strategy on the issue.
“I realised within a group of people like this there are those who have, or have experienced, mental health issues. We need to have a policy and a support mechanism.
“The band is very open and very aware. We have had people with lifelong conditions and they have shared that with us. Our policy is you tell us what you need in the way of support and the band will provide it, if that’s what you want.” The policy worked so well with one player her confidence rose – and they lost her to a rival band.
This is the modern face of banding, which is widely celebrated for its Victorian heritage but less so for the role it can play in today’s stressed-out society. In the immortal words sung by Kathleen Ferrier, a favourite on Desert Island Discs: “Art thou troubled? Music will calm thee/Art thou weary? Rest shall be thine.”


thedailymirror--2020-03-15--Ready, Steady, Cook's new host Rylan Clark-Neal is 'much needed exotic spice'

It was famous for seasoning with a bit of Suzie salt and Percy pepper but now Ready Steady Cook is introducing viewers to a variety of exotic spices ... including a little dash of Sally sumac .
Former host Ainsley Harriott , right , says the revamped show , which returned earlier this month , has become more middle class with its modern makeover .
“ It ’ s reflecting how we eat today , ” he tells the Mirror .
“ We want to be challenged a little bit .
You go : ‘ Ooh , what ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it up .
Most of us are getting our phones out going ‘ sumac ?
Ooh , citrus-y flavours , spicy .
Yum .
I ’ ll try a bit of that.
’ And it ’ s one click away .
It ’ s modern-day.
” New host Rylan Clark-Neal , left , oversees contestants making meals with £7.50 of ingredients , before chefs raid the on-set larder .
Ainsley has been lending the new presenter his support .
He says : “ Rylan has been in touch and I went back to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , be positive ’ . ''
Ready Steady Cook debuted with Fern Britton in 1994 , and Ainsley is thrilled that , after a decade off-air , it has been given a new lease of life on BBC1 every weekday afternoon .
He says : “ It ’ s lovely , it ’ s back .
It ’ s a fantastic format – a bag of ingredients , 20 minutes later you ’ ve got a meal .
”

Former host Ainsley Harriot says Ready, Steady, Cook is introducing viewers to spice with a little dash of Sally sumac
It was famous for seasoning with a bit of Suzie salt and Percy pepper but now Ready Steady Cook is introducing viewers to a variety of exotic spices... including a little dash of Sally sumac.
Former host Ainsley Harriott, right, says the revamped show, which returned earlier this month, has become more middle class with its modern makeover.
“It’s reflecting how we eat today,” he tells the Mirror.
“We want to be challenged a little bit. You go: ‘Ooh, what’s that?’ And you do look it up. Most of us are getting our phones out going ‘sumac? Ooh, citrus-y flavours, spicy. Yum. I’ll try a bit of that.’ And it’s one click away. It’s modern-day.”
New host Rylan Clark-Neal, left, oversees contestants making meals with £7.50 of ingredients, before chefs raid the on-set larder.
Image: Shared Content Unit) Shared Content Unit) Image: BBC / Endemol / Graeme Hunter) BBC / Endemol / Graeme Hunter)
Ainsley has been lending the new presenter his support.
He says: “Rylan has been in touch and I went back to him and said: ‘Keep going, be positive’."
Image: Sunday Mercury) Sunday Mercury)
Ready Steady Cook debuted with Fern Britton in 1994, and Ainsley is thrilled that, after a decade off-air, it has been given a new lease of life on BBC1 every weekday afternoon.
He says: “It’s lovely, it’s back. It’s a fantastic format – a bag of ingredients, 20 minutes later you’ve got a meal.”


thedailymirror--2020-03-15--'Pregnant' Sophie Turner under quarantine and wears mask amid conronvirus fears

Sophie Turner is not taking any chances when it comes to staying safe from the coronavirus , with rumours rife that she 's pregnant .
The Game of Thrones star , 24 , posted a couple of snaps to her Instagram stories that proved she was taking every precaution .
In the first , which she captioned `` Quarantined AF '' , she shared a shot of her living room , with what appeared to be some sort of large construction that she was putting together , sitting right in the middle of the room .
Clearly , the star @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Joe Jonas , was trying to make sure she had plenty to keep her busy as she self-isolated at home .
And whatever it was she was building seemed a long way from finished , with visible pieces laid out on the floor .
A second post featured a picture of her and husband Joe , sitting in a car , both wearing masks and plastic gloves .
They were also sporting hats - Joe in a Balenciaga baseball cap and Sophie in a black beanie .
The couple were also both doing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the caption read : `` No f****** around stay safe everyone ( sic ) '' .
Sophie and Joe had tongues wagging when they were recently seen buying a cuddly toy bunny during a shopping trip in Los Angeles .
She is rumoured to be pregnant with the couple 's first child together .
A source told JustJared.com : `` The couple is keeping things very hush hush but their friends and family are super excited for them .
`` Sophie has decidedly been choosing outfits to wear on and off the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' The couple 's reps have declined to comment on the rumours .
Sophie married Joe in Las Vegas last May and then had a second ceremony in France a month later .

Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner is not taking any chances as she stays indoors and wears a mask and gloves amid the coronavirus panic
Sophie Turner is not taking any chances when it comes to staying safe from the coronavirus, with rumours rife that she's pregnant.
The Game of Thrones star, 24, posted a couple of snaps to her Instagram stories that proved she was taking every precaution.
In the first, which she captioned "Quarantined AF", she shared a shot of her living room, with what appeared to be some sort of large construction that she was putting together, sitting right in the middle of the room.
Clearly, the star, who is married to pop star Joe Jonas, was trying to make sure she had plenty to keep her busy as she self-isolated at home.
And whatever it was she was building seemed a long way from finished, with visible pieces laid out on the floor.
A second post featured a picture of her and husband Joe, sitting in a car, both wearing masks and plastic gloves.
They were also sporting hats - Joe in a Balenciaga baseball cap and Sophie in a black beanie.
The couple were also both doing a 'thumbs-up' at the camera, and the caption read: "No f****** around stay safe everyone (sic)".
Sophie and Joe had tongues wagging when they were recently seen buying a cuddly toy bunny during a shopping trip in Los Angeles.
She is rumoured to be pregnant with the couple's first child together.
A source told JustJared.com : "The couple is keeping things very hush hush but their friends and family are super excited for them.
.
"Sophie has decidedly been choosing outfits to wear on and off the carpet to accommodate her changing body."
The couple's reps have declined to comment on the rumours.
Sophie married Joe in Las Vegas last May and then had a second ceremony in France a month later.


thedailymirror--2020-03-15--Coronavirus: Thousands of Brits trapped abroad in 'apocalyptic' lockdowns

Thousands of Brits were scrambling to get home tonight as more countries went into lockdown amid the coronavirus crisis .
Curfews and travel restrictions were also in place globally as increasingly desperate nations tried to halt the spread of killer Covid-19 .
A passenger in the US told of “ apocalyptic ” scenes at airports .
Airlines in Europe already reeling from the financial blow began axing staff – with thousands already laid off .
And Brits managing to get back here were shocked at the lack of virus testing , with one saying : “ They couldn ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ People from Milan are just rolling through Gatwick without even a temperature check .
I have to laugh or I might bawl.
” Australia , New Zealand , America and Hong Kong have all begun limiting flights to the UK .
Almost five million Brits live abroad while an estimated 350,000 are currently away on holidays .
Millions more have had their Easter and summer school vacations ruined as borders shut across Europe – which is now the heart of the global pandemic .
The US yesterday became the 41st nation the Foreign @ @ @ @ @ @ @ essential travel ” to .
It came after President Trump extended his travel ban on Europe ’ s 26-nation Schengen area to the UK and Ireland .
Jonathan Evans , from Swansea , was among Brits trying to get home .
The marketing executive , 39 , is trying to reschedule a flight from New York , desperate to reach his elderly parents .
He said : “ Obviously , mum and dad need to be isolated .
But I want to be on hand .
If the Government is to place anyone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be there in case they need anything.
” US airports have struggled to cope since Mr Trump ’ s ban – with travellers waiting up to nine hours to be screened before passing through customs .
Paige Hardy , a US student who left London , said she was greeted with chaotic scenes at Dallas , saying : “ It truly felt like an apocalyptic scenario.
” American Airlines , the world ’ s biggest carrier , says it plans to cut 75 % of its international flights until May 6 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ of flights .
Yesterday , British airline Jet2 began stopping all flights to Lyon , Grenoble , Paris and Nice due to travel restrictions imposed by France .
The firm was today flying customers back via Paris and Nice but warned they were the last flights from Paris until April 26 and Nice until May 4 .
On Saturday , Jet2 planes bound for Spain had to make U-turns after travel bans .
Ryanair Group Airlines , including Buzz and Lauda , has also been forced to reduce flights to and from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Thursday .
And hundreds of Brits are believed to be stranded amid claims Ryanair passengers were unable to re-book flights .
Norwegian Air yesterday laid off 5,000 staff , having said it would cancel more than 4,000 flights .
And Scandinavian carrier SAS axed 10,000 temporarily – 90 % of its staff .
The UK Civil Aviation Authority ’ s Richard Moriarty said : “ This is the most challenging period for aviation we have witnessed .
The threat to survival of some businesses is real.
” Passengers returning here yesterday slammed the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Manchester and Gatwick airports .
David Unesco tweeted : “ Been in Manila , temperature taken 2 times a day .
Flew back to Manchester and wasn ’ t a single check .
They couldn ’ t care less.
” And Arj Naik added : “ Landed in Manchester from Barcelona not seen one corona sign or been asked where I have travelled , no temperature check.
” In Spain , its 47 million citizens are now banned from leaving home except for work or groceries .
PM Pedro Sanchez imposed travel restrictions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 120 deaths .
Streets were almost deserted yesterday with masked police telling people to go home – and even using a drone to blare out the message at a popular spot in Madrid .
Spain was the second European nation to adopt extreme measures , following Italy – the worst-hit country outside China with 17,000 cases and 1,000 deaths .
Pope Francis held services at the Vatican yesterday without the faithful attending , in a move that was believed to be unprecedented .
France is also in lockdown with all non-essential public locations @ @ @ @ @ @ @ resorts and efforts to repatriate 30,000 Brits were under way amid alerts of “ widespread failures ” in the travel sector .
Germany will impose temporary controls on its borders with France , Switzerland , Austria , Denmark and Luxembourg today .
Austria has banned gatherings of more than five and Denmark has shut its borders , while Poland plans to shutter at midnight .
In China , where the outbreak started in Wuhan city , officials tightened restrictions on arrivals in Beijing to cut imported cases .
And 300 passengers on a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in India after a British national tested positive for Covid-19 .
Meanwhile , 682 mostly British passengers and 381 crew remain stranded on the Braemar cruise ship in the Caribbean after five passengers tested positive .
Owner Fred Olsen said 19 more passengers and 16 crew are now in isolation with flu-like symptoms .

Footage claims to show Benidorm police clearing Brits off the beach as they defy coronavirus lockdown in Spain
Footage claims to show Benidorm police clearing Brits off the beach as they defy coronavirus lockdown in Spain
Thousands of Britons are desperate to get home as more European countries, including Spain, go into lockdown in bid to control the coronavirus Covid-19 pandemic
Thousands of Brits were scrambling to get home tonight as more countries went into lockdown amid the coronavirus crisis.
Curfews and travel restrictions were also in place globally as increasingly desperate nations tried to halt the spread of killer Covid-19.
A passenger in the US told of “apocalyptic” scenes at airports.
Airlines in Europe already reeling from the financial blow began axing staff – with thousands already laid off.
And Brits managing to get back here were shocked at the lack of virus testing, with one saying: “They couldn’t care less.”
Another said: “People from Milan are just rolling through Gatwick without even a temperature check. I have to laugh or I might bawl.”
Australia, New Zealand, America and Hong Kong have all begun limiting flights to the UK. Almost five million Brits live abroad while an estimated 350,000 are currently away on holidays.
Millions more have had their Easter and summer school vacations ruined as borders shut across Europe – which is now the heart of the global pandemic.
Image: Joe ROSENGARTEN/AFP via Getty Im) Joe ROSENGARTEN/AFP via Getty Im)
The US yesterday became the 41st nation the Foreign Office has advised against “all but essential travel” to. It came after President Trump extended his travel ban on Europe’s 26-nation Schengen area to the UK and Ireland.
Jonathan Evans, from Swansea, was among Brits trying to get home. The marketing executive, 39, is trying to reschedule a flight from New York, desperate to reach his elderly parents.
He said: “Obviously, mum and dad need to be isolated. But I want to be on hand. If the Government is to place anyone over 70 in isolation, I need to be there in case they need anything.”
US airports have struggled to cope since Mr Trump’s ban – with travellers waiting up to nine hours to be screened before passing through customs.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Image: @TURNTHEPAIGEH via REUTERS) @TURNTHEPAIGEH via REUTERS)
Paige Hardy, a US student who left London, said she was greeted with chaotic scenes at Dallas, saying: “It truly felt like an apocalyptic scenario.”
American Airlines, the world’s biggest carrier, says it plans to cut 75% of its international flights until May 6.
Delta and United have also cancelled thousands of flights. Yesterday, British airline Jet2 began stopping all flights to Lyon, Grenoble, Paris and Nice due to travel restrictions imposed by France.
The firm was today flying customers back via Paris and Nice but warned they were the last flights from Paris until April 26 and Nice until May 4. On Saturday, Jet2 planes bound for Spain had to make U-turns after travel bans.
Ryanair Group Airlines, including Buzz and Lauda, has also been forced to reduce flights to and from the same areas of Spain until midnight on Thursday.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
And hundreds of Brits are believed to be stranded amid claims Ryanair passengers were unable to re-book flights.
Norwegian Air yesterday laid off 5,000 staff, having said it would cancel more than 4,000 flights. And Scandinavian carrier SAS axed 10,000 temporarily – 90% of its staff.
The UK Civil Aviation Authority’s Richard Moriarty said: “This is the most challenging period for aviation we have witnessed. The threat to survival of some businesses is real.”
Passengers returning here yesterday slammed the “zero checks” at Heathrow, Manchester and Gatwick airports.
David Unesco tweeted: “Been in Manila, temperature taken 2 times a day. Flew back to Manchester and wasn’t a single check. They couldn’t care less.” And Arj Naik added: “Landed in Manchester from Barcelona not seen one corona sign or been asked where I have travelled, no temperature check.”
Image: Kevin On Man Lee/Penta Press/Shutterstock) Kevin On Man Lee/Penta Press/Shutterstock)
In Spain, its 47 million citizens are now banned from leaving home except for work or groceries. PM Pedro Sanchez imposed travel restrictions on Saturday with 5,700 people infected and 120 deaths.
Streets were almost deserted yesterday with masked police telling people to go home – and even using a drone to blare out the message at a popular spot in Madrid.
Spain was the second European nation to adopt extreme measures, following Italy – the worst-hit country outside China with 17,000 cases and 1,000 deaths.
Pope Francis held services at the Vatican yesterday without the faithful attending, in a move that was believed to be unprecedented. France is also in lockdown with all non-essential public locations closed.
It has also shut ski resorts and efforts to repatriate 30,000 Brits were under way amid alerts of “widespread failures” in the travel sector.
Image: VATICAN MEDIA HANDOUT/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock) VATICAN MEDIA HANDOUT/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock)
Germany will impose temporary controls on its borders with France, Switzerland, Austria, Denmark and Luxembourg today.
Austria has banned gatherings of more than five and Denmark has shut its borders, while Poland plans to shutter at midnight.
In China, where the outbreak started in Wuhan city, officials tightened restrictions on arrivals in Beijing to cut imported cases.
And 300 passengers on a Dubai-bound Emirates jet had to get off in India after a British national tested positive for Covid-19.
Meanwhile, 682 mostly British passengers and 381 crew remain stranded on the Braemar cruise ship in the Caribbean after five passengers tested positive. Owner Fred Olsen said 19 more passengers and 16 crew are now in isolation with flu-like symptoms.


thedailymirror--2020-03-15--Maura Higgins fans convinced mystery man is Curtis after spotting 'familiar' bracelet

Maura Higgins has left her fans reeling after sharing a cryptic post this evening .
The former Love Island star , 29 , has just recently broken up with with her villa sweetheart Curtis Pritchard , 24 , but her followers are convinced the pair are back on now .
Taking to her stories tonight , the Irish beauty shared a rather spicy photo of a mystery man roaming around her London kitchen in his underwear .
The brunette beauty zoomed in on the man , who was popping his head into the cupboard , hiding his face and identity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' before adding two love heart emoji 's , Maura could n't have done a better job of playing coy if she tried .
Despite some followers claiming that Maura posted the controversial story in a bid to annoy her former flame Curtis , other fans were left convinced that it was Curtis in the video .
And there was one particular element that gave it away - the bracelet which the 'mystery man ' was wearing while holding the cupboard door open .
Taking to Twitter to share their thoughts on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out the 'familiar ' piece of gold jewlery .
`` That 's Curtis 100 % !
He always wears a Cartier bracelet just like that one !
They 're back on !
!
! ''
insisted one assured fan .
While another barked : `` OMG what is she doing back with Curtis !
That 's his bracelet .
The coronavirus is doing weird things to these people ! ''
.
`` Maura and Curtis are back together .
Did n't see that coming .
That 's defo his body and I 've @ @ @ @ @ @ @ well '' a third voiced .
`` She could n't have made it any more obvious to be fair .
At least she 's getting some action during self isolation '' a fourth quipped .
While the majority of Tweets claimed that it was in fact the professional dancer hiding behind Maura 's kitchen appliances , a rare few insisted that it might be her hairdresser Jay who also often wears a bracelet similar to Curtis ' .
`` She 's playing us all .
That 's her hairdresser Jay .
She 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her ex jealous ! ''
.
`` Lol that 's her hairdresser .
Why is he half naked though ?
That 's what I want and need to know ! ''
another questioned .
Whoever the man in the tight pink boxers may be , Maura is clearly besotted judging by the use of her love heart emojis .
In her next post she shared a picture of two glasses of wine , suggesting the pair are having a cosy night in .
Mirror Online has contacted Maura and Curtis ' representatives for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after she furiously denied reports that she is dating her Dancing on Ice skating partner Alexander Demetriou .
The Sun claimed Alex had been spotted leaving her flat this weekend .
Making sure to defend her honor after the snaps came out , Maura took to Twitter to insist that herself and Alex were just good friends .
She tweeted : `` 2020 & yet again a man & woman can not be friends !
Me & Alex are friends + joe and I are friends !
`` YES I have more male @ @ @ @ @ @ @ !
!
! ''
she added .

Maura Higgins and Curtis Pritchard enjoyed a six month romance before breaking up last week, but fans are now convinced the pair are back on after spotting something familiar in Maura's 'mystery man' post
Maura Higgins has left her fans reeling after sharing a cryptic post this evening.
The former Love Island star, 29, has just recently broken up with with her villa sweetheart Curtis Pritchard, 24, but her followers are convinced the pair are back on now.
Taking to her stories tonight, the Irish beauty shared a rather spicy photo of a mystery man roaming around her London kitchen in his underwear.
The brunette beauty zoomed in on the man, who was popping his head into the cupboard, hiding his face and identity.
Captioning the mysterious clip "Sundays" before adding two love heart emoji's, Maura couldn't have done a better job of playing coy if she tried.
Image: maurahiggins/Instagram) maurahiggins/Instagram) Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images) Dave Benett/Getty Images)
Despite some followers claiming that Maura posted the controversial story in a bid to annoy her former flame Curtis, other fans were left convinced that it was Curtis in the video.
And there was one particular element that gave it away - the bracelet which the 'mystery man' was wearing while holding the cupboard door open.
Taking to Twitter to share their thoughts on the cryptic clip, fans rushed to point out the 'familiar' piece of gold jewlery.
"That's Curtis 100%! He always wears a Cartier bracelet just like that one! They're back on!!!" insisted one assured fan.
Image: Dave J Hogan/Getty Images) Dave J Hogan/Getty Images)
While another barked: "OMG what is she doing back with Curtis! That's his bracelet. The coronavirus is doing weird things to these people!".
"Maura and Curtis are back together. Didn't see that coming. That's defo his body and I've seen him wearing that bracelet before as well" a third voiced.
"She couldn't have made it any more obvious to be fair. At least she's getting some action during self isolation" a fourth quipped.
Image: Publicity Picture) Publicity Picture)
While the majority of Tweets claimed that it was in fact the professional dancer hiding behind Maura's kitchen appliances, a rare few insisted that it might be her hairdresser Jay who also often wears a bracelet similar to Curtis'.
"She's playing us all. That's her hairdresser Jay. She's just trying to make headlines and make her ex jealous!".
"Lol that's her hairdresser. Why is he half naked though? That's what I want and need to know!" another questioned.
Image: maurahiggins/Instagram) maurahiggins/Instagram)
Whoever the man in the tight pink boxers may be, Maura is clearly besotted judging by the use of her love heart emojis.
In her next post she shared a picture of two glasses of wine, suggesting the pair are having a cosy night in.
Mirror Online has contacted Maura and Curtis' representatives for comment.
Her post came just hours after she furiously denied reports that she is dating her Dancing on Ice skating partner Alexander Demetriou .
Image: ITV) ITV)
The Sun claimed Alex had been spotted leaving her flat this weekend.
Making sure to defend her honor after the snaps came out, Maura took to Twitter to insist that herself and Alex were just good friends.
She tweeted: "2020 & yet again a man & woman can not be friends! Me & Alex are friends + joe and I are friends!
"YES I have more male friends than female! GET OVER IT!!!" she added.


thedailymirror--2020-03-15--UK coronavirus Brit heroes who are spreading kindness at time of Covid-19 crisis

As the coronavirus sweeps the world , caring people are working to ensure those in need are looked after .
In Italy , residents already on lockdown have been entertained by organised singing from balconies , while in Britain , people are gearing up for self-isolation .
From shop owners to football clubs and kind neighbours , help is being offered on a local level .
Here ’ s a selection of folk making us proud to be British ... Caring Asiyah and Jawad Javed have spent around £2,000 providing free packs of face masks , sanitiser and wipes to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Stenhousemuir , Falkirk , will deliver their packages to those unable to make it into the shop .
“ I met an old woman , crying as she had been to the supermarket and there was no hand wash , ” said Asiyah , who stocked up early on when she feared the virus could take hold .
“ We are delivering 30 packages to a care home and we ’ ve got another couple of hundred in the shop .
Some people are asking for them to be delivered as they ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t drive.
” With Premier League matches called off as top clubs began to fall victim to the virus , generous Aston Villa offered up food to local charities that was meant for 850 staff at Saturday ’ s postponed game against Chelsea .
Putting a call out on Twitter on Friday , the West Midlands club shared the free packed lunches and hot dinners through their Aston Villa Foundation .
By the end of the day , they confirmed all the food had been allocated to a number of homeless charities and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up to help vulnerable people forced to self-isolate .
They include The Help Hub , a free online clinic in West Oxfordshire supported by Blenheim Palace , which is offering 15-minute sessions by phone , Skype or FaceTime to the elderly or medically at-risk .
Founder Ruth Chaloner explained : “ It ’ ll be both a practical and an emotional community service for those who are feeling isolated , scared and panicked .
“ This is the generation that fought a war .
But you can dodge bombs in the war – @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” Police cadet Josh St John James , 17 , from South-West London , has set up a group of young volunteers , the Kingston Volunteer Taskforce , to offer as much support as they can to older people in his area .
“ It ’ s only right that we help out , ” said the kind-hearted teenager .
“ We truly believe we can make a difference.
” Sales director Susan Connolly , who runs Spar shops in Wiltshire , has set up a free food delivery service , using volunteers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ It ’ s about being at the heart of the community and pulling together to see what we can do , ” she said .
“ We are a local service for local people – it ’ s about being there and shouting ‘ hey , we are here and we are here to help ’ .
” Connor Gurney , from St Ives , Cambridgeshire , is one of the many people who are offering to buy and deliver essential items to people forced to self-isolate .
He said : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to help people who need it most – the most vulnerable in society .
“ I ’ m offering to drop off items around Cambridgeshire to make sure everyone has what they need .
“ I think demand will rise in the next week or so , given the latest advice.
” Dave Jones , of D Jones Butchers , in Earlsheaton , West Yorks , will deliver two-week food parcels to anyone on benefits who is self-isolating .
Dave has won widespread praise for his gesture , with one Twitter user simply @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more people like you.
” And it isn ’ t the businessman ’ s first act of kindness – he previously pledged free meat to families on Universal Credit who were struggling during the school holidays .
He also offered to pay for school uniforms for those lacking in funds at the start of a new academic year .
Actress Beatie Edney said her pal was another volunteer keen to help , writing : “ One of my mates is thinking of the older people in her neighbourhood .
What with everyone bulk-buying @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gon na shop and cook for the elderly who have to self-isolate .
Why don ’ t we all do this ?
Lots of older people can ’ t internet shop so we can do it for them.
” Amazon best-selling author Ellie Jackson , right , and illustrator Laura Callwood have created a kids ’ eBook to ease fears over coronavirus .
Mum- of-four Ellie , of Looe , Cornwall , wrote The Little Corona King after other parents said that their worried children had been coming home in tears over the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ book uses a gentle story to help explain the virus to children and their parents or carers .
It gives practical advice on dealing with the illness and preventing its spread , without frightening or upsetting children.
” The Long Table restaurant , in Brimscombe , Glos , is offering to deliver free meals to self-isolators who are struggling financially .
The restaurant is asking people to buy meals – £5 for one , £25 for seven – for the less well-off stuck at home .
On its website , the restaurant said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bring people together .
In light of Coronavirus , we ’ ve found we are well-placed to help build strong communities like never before.
” Are you a coronavirus hero , or do you know someone who is ?
Tell us what amazing people in your area are doing to help spread kindness and goodwill during the coronavirus crisis .
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In response to the coronavirus triggered lockdown Brits across the country have gone out of their way to help their friends and neighbours, including a couple who spent £2,000 on sanitary products
UK coronavirus Brit heroes who are spreading kindness at time of Covid-19 crisis
As the coronavirus sweeps the world, caring people are working to ensure those in need are looked after.
In Italy, residents already on lockdown have been entertained by organised singing from balconies, while in Britain, people are gearing up for self-isolation.
From shop owners to football clubs and kind neighbours, help is being offered on a local level.
Here’s a selection of folk making us proud to be British...
Corner shop
Caring Asiyah and Jawad Javed have spent around £2,000 providing free packs of face masks, sanitiser and wipes to over-65s.
Staff at Day-Today Express in Stenhousemuir, Falkirk, will deliver their packages to those unable to make it into the shop.
Image: Katielee Arrowsmith SWNS) Katielee Arrowsmith SWNS)
“I met an old woman, crying as she had been to the supermarket and there was no hand wash,” said Asiyah, who stocked up early on when she feared the virus could take hold.
“We are delivering 30 packages to a care home and we’ve got another couple of hundred in the shop. Some people are asking for them to be delivered as they’re old, disabled or don’t drive.”
Football club
With Premier League matches called off as top clubs began to fall victim to the virus, generous Aston Villa offered up food to local charities that was meant for 850 staff at Saturday’s postponed game against Chelsea.
Putting a call out on Twitter on Friday, the West Midlands club shared the free packed lunches and hot dinners through their Aston Villa Foundation.
Image: AVFC/Twitter) AVFC/Twitter)
By the end of the day, they confirmed all the food had been allocated to a number of homeless charities and housing shelters.
Therapists
Support networks are springing up to help vulnerable people forced to self-isolate.
They include The Help Hub, a free online clinic in West Oxfordshire supported by Blenheim Palace, which is offering 15-minute sessions by phone, Skype or FaceTime to the elderly or medically at-risk.
Image: Handout) Handout)
Founder Ruth Chaloner explained: “It’ll be both a practical and an emotional community service for those who are feeling isolated, scared and panicked.
“This is the generation that fought a war. But you can dodge bombs in the war – you can’t dodge this virus.”
See www.thehelphub.co.uk
Teenager
Police cadet Josh St John James, 17, from South-West London, has set up a group of young volunteers, the Kingston Volunteer Taskforce, to offer as much support as they can to older people in his area.
Image: Internet Unknown) Internet Unknown)
“It’s only right that we help out,” said the kind-hearted teenager.
“We truly believe we can make a difference.”
Family business
Sales director Susan Connolly, who runs Spar shops in Wiltshire, has set up a free food delivery service, using volunteers, for anyone forced to self-isolate.
“It’s about being at the heart of the community and pulling together to see what we can do,” she said.
Image: Collect Unknown) Collect Unknown)
“We are a local service for local people – it’s about being there and shouting ‘hey, we are here and we are here to help’.”
Volunteer
Connor Gurney, from St Ives, Cambridgeshire, is one of the many people who are offering to buy and deliver essential items to people forced to self-isolate. He said: “I want to do all I can to help people who need it most – the most vulnerable in society.
“I’m offering to drop off items around Cambridgeshire to make sure everyone has what they need.
“I think demand will rise in the next week or so, given the latest advice.”
Image: Gofundme) Gofundme)
Butcher
Dave Jones, of D Jones Butchers, in Earlsheaton, West Yorks, will deliver two-week food parcels to anyone on benefits who is self-isolating.
Dave has won widespread praise for his gesture, with one Twitter user simply telling him: “The world needs more people like you.”
And it isn’t the businessman’s first act of kindness – he previously pledged free meat to families on Universal Credit who were struggling during the school holidays.
He also offered to pay for school uniforms for those lacking in funds at the start of a new academic year.
Good neighbour
Actress Beatie Edney said her pal was another volunteer keen to help, writing: “One of my mates is thinking of the older people in her neighbourhood.
What with everyone bulk-buying loo roll, instead she’s gonna shop and cook for the elderly who have to self-isolate. Why don’t we all do this? Lots of older people can’t internet shop so we can do it for them.”
Author
Amazon best-selling author Ellie Jackson, right, and illustrator Laura Callwood have created a kids’ eBook to ease fears over coronavirus.
Image: UGC) UGC)
Mum- of-four Ellie, of Looe, Cornwall, wrote The Little Corona King after other parents said that their worried children had been coming home in tears over the bug.
She said: “The book uses a gentle story to help explain the virus to children and their parents or carers. It gives practical advice on dealing with the illness and preventing its spread, without frightening or upsetting children.”
Restaurant
The Long Table restaurant, in Brimscombe, Glos, is offering to deliver free meals to self-isolators who are struggling financially.
The restaurant is asking people to buy meals – £5 for one, £25 for seven – for the less well-off stuck at home.
On its website, the restaurant said: “The Long Table is about bring people together. In light of Coronavirus, we’ve found we are well-placed to help build strong communities like never before.”
Are you a coronavirus hero, or do you know someone who is?
Tell us what amazing people in your area are doing to help spread kindness and goodwill during the coronavirus crisis.
Those we print will get a £20 voucher to spend on the high street.
Send an email with the details and a daytime contact number to features@mirror.co.uk


thedailymirror--2020-03-16--Trisha Paytas sparks outcry over claims she has multiple personalities and DID

YouTube 's Trisha Paytas angered fans when she claimed she had multiple personalities and dissociative identity disorder .
The social media star come under fire from viewers after she posted a video titled Meet My Alters .
In the clip , Trisha said she had multiple personalities and she had named them : T , Trixie , Tyson , Tierney , Tobolter .
However , the YouTube star made it clear she had never been diagnosed and she had diagnosed herself .
She said : `` I 've never been diagnosed with anything , I 've self diagnosed myself with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ There are some differences , some people think they 're same . ''
DID also known as Dissociative identity disorder was formerly referred to as multiple personality disorder , according to the NHS .
A person diagnosed with DID could feel the presence other alternative identities which all have their own names , voices , personal history and mannerisms .
Trisha explained she has often opened up about her self-diagnosis to people in person as well as on a reality television documentary she was filming .
She went on : `` I 've @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I 've talked about it plenty of times . ''
Beneath the video , cruel viewers were sceptical of Trisha 's claims as they branded her an `` attention seeker '' .
`` You need to stop spreading misinformation and self-diagnosing . ''
One person wrote , among the swarms .
Others added : `` The only thing your getting diagnosed with is severe ATTENTION SEEKING . ''
`` This is disgusting .
You either have no common sense or no moral compass . ''
Her video has been seen more than 700,000 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ legion of loyal fans on March 12 , earlier this week .

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Trisha Paytas - who has a major YouTube following and starred on Celebrity Big Brother - claimed to have multiple personalities and DID
Trisha Paytas sparks outcry over claims she has multiple personalities and DID
YouTube's Trisha Paytas angered fans when she claimed she had multiple personalities and dissociative identity disorder.
The social media star come under fire from viewers after she posted a video titled Meet My Alters.
In the clip, Trisha said she had multiple personalities and she had named them: T, Trixie, Tyson, Tierney, Tobolter.
However, the YouTube star made it clear she had never been diagnosed and she had diagnosed herself.
She said: "I've never been diagnosed with anything, I've self diagnosed myself with multiple personality disorder and DID.
Image: Youtube) Youtube)
"There are some differences, some people think they're same."
DID also known as Dissociative identity disorder was formerly referred to as multiple personality disorder, according to the NHS.
A person diagnosed with DID could feel the presence other alternative identities which all have their own names, voices, personal history and mannerisms.
Image: Youtube) Youtube)
Trisha explained she has often opened up about her self-diagnosis to people in person as well as on a reality television documentary she was filming.
She went on: "I've talked about frequently. In actuality, I've talked about it plenty of times."
Beneath the video, cruel viewers were sceptical of Trisha's claims as they branded her an "attention seeker".
Image: Rex Features) Rex Features)
"You need to stop spreading misinformation and self-diagnosing." One person wrote, among the swarms.
Others added: "The only thing your getting diagnosed with is severe ATTENTION SEEKING."
"This is disgusting. You either have no common sense or no moral compass."
Her video has been seen more than 700,000 times.
It was shared with her legion of loyal fans on March 12, earlier this week.


thedailymirror--2020-03-16--Education Secretary to meet school leaders to discuss school closures

School leaders are due to meet the education secretary to discuss the implications of schools being closed and exams being postponed amid the coronavirus pandemic .
Gavin Williamson is expected to meet representatives from the NAHT school leaders ' union , the Association of School and College Leaders ( ASCL ) and the Confederation of School Trusts ( CST ) on Monday .
It comes as UK schools have remained open despite the coronavirus outbreak as health officials warn that the worst of the pandemic is still to come .
Ahead of the meeting , Leora Cruddas , chief executive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ working in `` extremely challenging circumstances '' during a `` very fluid situation '' .
`` It is important to understand that all the big decisions about school closures , exams and the suspension of inspections can only be made by the Government , '' she said .
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`` These are not decisions that regulators can make independently .
Geoff Barton , general secretary of ASCL , said he would be raising the challenges of keeping schools open amid @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disruption during exam season , with the Education Secretary .
He said : `` We aim to work through these issues in order to arrive at constructive solutions about the way ahead .
`` School and college leaders are showing calm and assured leadership in these difficult times and we can reassure the public that everything that can be done to support young people will be done . ''
Ahead of the meeting , Paul Whiteman , general secretary of NAHT , said that although teachers were concerned about the impact on exams @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' was keeping children safe .
`` Vulnerable children and families are uppermost in our minds , '' he said .
The Government has resisted pressure to close schools , with Prime Minister Boris Johnson insisting that it `` could do more harm than good '' , but conceding that its position may change .
Amid blanket closures in European nations such as Ireland , Spain and France , many UK parents have expressed fears that their children could catch Covid-19 in the classroom or that they could be fined for keeping their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ online petition calling for parents to avoid prosecution if they pull their children out school due to coronavirus fears has more than 60,000 signatures .
The # Covid19walkout hashtag trended on Twitter last night with parents citing concerns over the health of students and elderly relatives who are most at risk of contracting the deadly disease .
One person said : `` My mum is a teacher in her 60s , coming home to my Dad in his 70s .
As much as Boris finds them disposable , they 're the only family @ @ @ @ @ @ @ damn sight more than being written off to balance his books.
`` Another said : `` I commend all the kids planning a # Covid19Walkout , in normal circumstances school is important but these are n't normal circumstances and with a negligent government , you have to do what 's best for your health and the health of your family . ''

Education Secretary Gavin Williamson will be meeting with education leaders today following the coronavirus outbreak which has seen the closure of schools in Ireland, France and Spain
School leaders are due to meet the education secretary to discuss the implications of schools being closed and exams being postponed amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Gavin Williamson is expected to meet representatives from the NAHT school leaders' union, the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) and the Confederation of School Trusts (CST) on Monday.
It comes as UK schools have remained open despite the coronavirus outbreak as health officials warn that the worst of the pandemic is still to come.
Ahead of the meeting, Leora Cruddas, chief executive officer of CST, said teachers are working in "extremely challenging circumstances" during a "very fluid situation".
"It is important to understand that all the big decisions about school closures, exams and the suspension of inspections can only be made by the Government," she said.
Have you been affected by the coronavirus outbreak? Email webnews@mirror.co.uk.
Image: PA) PA)
"These are not decisions that regulators can make independently.
Geoff Barton, general secretary of ASCL, said he would be raising the challenges of keeping schools open amid staff shortages, and the potential for disruption during exam season, with the Education Secretary.
He said: "We aim to work through these issues in order to arrive at constructive solutions about the way ahead.
"School and college leaders are showing calm and assured leadership in these difficult times and we can reassure the public that everything that can be done to support young people will be done."
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Ahead of the meeting, Paul Whiteman, general secretary of NAHT, said that although teachers were concerned about the impact on exams and assessments, the "main priority" was keeping children safe.
"Vulnerable children and families are uppermost in our minds," he said.
The Government has resisted pressure to close schools, with Prime Minister Boris Johnson insisting that it "could do more harm than good", but conceding that its position may change.
Amid blanket closures in European nations such as Ireland, Spain and France, many UK parents have expressed fears that their children could catch Covid-19 in the classroom or that they could be fined for keeping their kids at home.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Meanwhile, an online petition calling for parents to avoid prosecution if they pull their children out school due to coronavirus fears has more than 60,000 signatures.
The #Covid19walkout hashtag trended on Twitter last night with parents citing concerns over the health of students and elderly relatives who are most at risk of contracting the deadly disease.
One person said: "My mum is a teacher in her 60s, coming home to my Dad in his 70s. As much as Boris finds them disposable, they're the only family I've got and they deserve a damn sight more than being written off to balance his books. "
Another said: "I commend all the kids planning a #Covid19Walkout , in normal circumstances school is important but these aren't normal circumstances and with a negligent government, you have to do what's best for your health and the health of your family."


thedailymirror--2020-03-16--Social media frenzy after fans discover Barack Obama followed a porn star

Former US president Barack Obama , 58 , left social media followers in a frenzy after fans spotted that he was following porn star Sara Jay on Twitter .
Not long after an eagle eyed fan noticed that the 42-year-old adult actress had a very well known follower , her name was trending over social media .
The results were a series of entertaining messages and memes about the unusual social media connection .
Several also raised concern for Barack when his doting wife Michelle Obama discovers why the porn star is trending .
“ Michelle ’ s about to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He ’ s finna [ sic ] be IN TROUBLE .
He better unfollow Sara Jay , ” wrote an amused follower .
`` Finding out that Barack Obama follows Sara Jay is exactly what the world needed today , '' joked another .
Another follower noted how bizarre 2020 was becoming after discovering the unlikely connection .
“ Sees that Sara Jay is top trending .
Sees that Sara Jay has a Twitter account .
Sees who is following Sara Jay .
2020 is WEEEEEIIIIIIRD , ” they wrote .
Others @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that their former president followed the adult star .
“ Knowing that Obama faps to Sara Jay is something I never wanted to know .
We are only three months into this decade… ” said another .
Barack follows 608,500 people on his Twitter account and has over 113 million followers keeping track of what he ’ s getting up to .
Sara Jay also boasts an impressive following of 1.1 million Twitter fans and runs her own porn production company .
The 42-year-old adult performer leapt onto social media to defend her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s because I ’ m flexible duh , '' she wrote before posting a second status .
“ Maybe it 's because I produce , direct , write and manage adult talent for my production company Wyde Syde , ” she snapped back at fans .
Since the news erupted over the weekend , it appears that Barack has since unfollowed the adult actress .
Instead of responding to the unusual viral hashtag , the former U.S leader has instead dedicated his social media to providing vital information in regards to the ongoing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a number of well known faces that are urging citizens to stay at home and isolate in a bid to stop the spread of the virus .
“ Not everybody can stay home , and we owe a big debt of gratitude to health professionals , transit and airport workers , first responders , and everyone keeping our communities going .
Leaders have to step up to support people whose lives and livelihoods take a hit in the weeks ahead , ” he wrote .
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Barack and Michelle Obama arrive at Kensington Palace to have dinner with Wills and Kate
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After one eagle-eyed fan noticed that the former leader of the free world followed a porn star on Twitter, social media went into melt down
Former US president Barack Obama, 58, left social media followers in a frenzy after fans spotted that he was following porn star Sara Jay on Twitter .
Not long after an eagle eyed fan noticed that the 42-year-old adult actress had a very well known follower, her name was trending over social media.
The results were a series of entertaining messages and memes about the unusual social media connection.
Several also raised concern for Barack when his doting wife Michelle Obama discovers why the porn star is trending.
“Michelle’s about to do MORE than snatching Barack Obama phone. He’s finna [sic] be IN TROUBLE. He better unfollow Sara Jay,” wrote an amused follower.
"Finding out that Barack Obama follows Sara Jay is exactly what the world needed today," joked another.
Another follower noted how bizarre 2020 was becoming after discovering the unlikely connection.
“Sees that Sara Jay is top trending. Sees that Sara Jay has a Twitter account. Sees who is following Sara Jay. 2020 is WEEEEEIIIIIIRD,” they wrote.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Others weren’t too pleased about knowing that their former president followed the adult star.
“Knowing that Obama faps to Sara Jay is something I never wanted to know. We are only three months into this decade…” said another.
Barack follows 608,500 people on his Twitter account and has over 113 million followers keeping track of what he’s getting up to.
Image: Sara Jay/Instagram) Sara Jay/Instagram) Image: Twitter) Twitter)
Sara Jay also boasts an impressive following of 1.1 million Twitter fans and runs her own porn production company.
The 42-year-old adult performer leapt onto social media to defend her VIP twitter follower.
"It’s because I’m flexible duh," she wrote before posting a second status.
“Maybe it's because I produce, direct, write and manage adult talent for my production company Wyde Syde,” she snapped back at fans.
Image: AFP/Getty Images) AFP/Getty Images)
Since the news erupted over the weekend, it appears that Barack has since unfollowed the adult actress.
Instead of responding to the unusual viral hashtag, the former U.S leader has instead dedicated his social media to providing vital information in regards to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Barack is one of a number of well known faces that are urging citizens to stay at home and isolate in a bid to stop the spread of the virus.
“Not everybody can stay home, and we owe a big debt of gratitude to health professionals, transit and airport workers, first responders, and everyone keeping our communities going. Leaders have to step up to support people whose lives and livelihoods take a hit in the weeks ahead,” he wrote.
Do you have a story to sell? Get in touch with us at webcelebs@trinitymirror.com or call us direct 0207 29 33033.


thedailymirror--2020-03-16--Amazon continue to film at Tottenham training ground despite coronavirus chaos

Amazon are reportedly still filming footage at Tottenham 's training ground in Enfield despite the ongoing coronavirus outbreak .
The American tech giants are in the process of creating a documentary entitled 'All or Nothing ' , which follows Spurs ' 2019-2020 campaign .
The series is set to be released this summer and looks like it will make for gripping viewing , with a number of dramatic incidents having already taken place in Spurs ' up-and-down season .
And according to The Athletic Amazon have not packed up their cameras yet , and are capturing the turmoil surrounding the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see how the club deal with the pandemic that has swept the world .
The highly-anticipated documentary will certainly not be lacking in material , with the first scene reportedly showing the aftermath of Mauricio Pochettino 's sacking in November , followed by Jose Mourinho taking over .
Spurs have also had a number of other off-the-field incidents this season which could make for fascinating viewing in the documentary , including midfielder Eric Dier confronting a supporter after an FA Cup defeat to Norwich and serious injuries to key players Harry Kane and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be earning £10million for the documentary , while the first match football fans will get behind-the-scenes access to is the 2-1 defeat to Liverpool in October .
It remains to be seen at what stage the series finishes , but it may depend on what the Premier League decide in an emergency meeting scheduled for Thursday .
Chiefs are expected to meet to discuss how the campaign will be concluded , with the division currently suspended until April 3 at the very earliest .
There have been a number of suggestions , with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ altogether and others saying the European Championships should be postponed and the Premier League finished over the summer .

A documentary is being made which follows the club's fortunes during the 2019-2020 season and it is continuing despite the Premier League season being suspended
Amazon are reportedly still filming footage at Tottenham's training ground in Enfield despite the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
The American tech giants are in the process of creating a documentary entitled 'All or Nothing', which follows Spurs' 2019-2020 campaign.
The series is set to be released this summer and looks like it will make for gripping viewing, with a number of dramatic incidents having already taken place in Spurs' up-and-down season.
And according to The Athletic Amazon have not packed up their cameras yet, and are capturing the turmoil surrounding the Covid-19 outbreak, with viewers able to see how the club deal with the pandemic that has swept the world.
Image: Action Images) Action Images)
The highly-anticipated documentary will certainly not be lacking in material, with the first scene reportedly showing the aftermath of Mauricio Pochettino's sacking in November , followed by Jose Mourinho taking over.
Spurs have also had a number of other off-the-field incidents this season which could make for fascinating viewing in the documentary, including midfielder Eric Dier confronting a supporter after an FA Cup defeat to Norwich and serious injuries to key players Harry Kane and Son-Heung min.
Spurs are said to be earning £10million for the documentary, while the first match football fans will get behind-the-scenes access to is the 2-1 defeat to Liverpool in October.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
It remains to be seen at what stage the series finishes, but it may depend on what the Premier League decide in an emergency meeting scheduled for Thursday.
Chiefs are expected to meet to discuss how the campaign will be concluded, with the division currently suspended until April 3 at the very earliest.
There have been a number of suggestions, with some believing the season should be scrapped altogether and others saying the European Championships should be postponed and the Premier League finished over the summer.


thedailymirror--2020-03-16--Bruno Fernandes wins Premier League player of the month for February

Bruno Fernandes has been named as the Premier League player of the month for February .
The Manchester United midfielder picks up the award following his first full month in the division , after joining from Sporting Lisbon at the end of the January transfer window .
Fernandes made his United debut in the goalless draw at home to Wolves on February 1 , and also played in the Premier League victories over Chelsea and Watford over the course of the month , scoring his first goal for his new club in the latter and registering assists in both games @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nine appearances for United in all competitions since his arrival , with top level football now taking a back seat during the ongoing coronavirus crisis .
Fernandes recently spoke about his decision to join United in an interview with Sky Sports .
`` The decision was easy because when I had the chance to come , I did n't think twice , '' he said .
`` I talked with Sporting , who had already had some discussions with Man Utd about my transfer and when they talk with me , I told @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and it 's what I need for my career .
`` I see the same team from one month ago .
I think we are the same and have a lot of hunger to win , to give a lot , to do better and better in every game .
`` In the last month , we 've had a lot of really good games and I think we can talk about a new start after Bruno , but it 's not about Bruno , it 's about the team . ''
United @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Tottenham on Sunday prior to the suspension of the Premier League .

The Manchester United midfielder picks up the award after his first month in the division following his January transfer window move from Sporting Lisbon
Bruno Fernandes has been named as the Premier League player of the month for February.
The Manchester United midfielder picks up the award following his first full month in the division, after joining from Sporting Lisbon at the end of the January transfer window.
Fernandes made his United debut in the goalless draw at home to Wolves on February 1, and also played in the Premier League victories over Chelsea and Watford over the course of the month, scoring his first goal for his new club in the latter and registering assists in both games.
The 25-year-old has three goals in nine appearances for United in all competitions since his arrival, with top level football now taking a back seat during the ongoing coronavirus crisis.
Fernandes recently spoke about his decision to join United in an interview with Sky Sports .
"The decision was easy because when I had the chance to come, I didn't think twice," he said.
"I talked with Sporting, who had already had some discussions with Man Utd about my transfer and when they talk with me, I told them my first choice was Man Utd and it's what I need for my career.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
"I see the same team from one month ago. I think we are the same and have a lot of hunger to win, to give a lot, to do better and better in every game.
"In the last month, we've had a lot of really good games and I think we can talk about a new start after Bruno, but it's not about Bruno, it's about the team."
United were due to face a trip to Tottenham on Sunday prior to the suspension of the Premier League.


thedailymirror--2020-03-16--Khloe Kardashian posts sweet photo telling baby True 'your daddy and I love you'

Khloe Kardashian has posted a photo dedicated to her baby daughter , True Thompson , which appears to be a reference to the coronavirus panic sweeping the world .
The adorable photo shows Khloe , 25 , holding True and beaming at the camera , their faces pressed together , both wearing the same matching pink silk pyjamas .
Khloe used the caption to reassure one-year-old True that her mum and dad - Tristan Thompson , Khloe 's ex boyfriend , love her .
`` The only thing I need you to remember is how much your daddy and I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Tristan replied to the post with a series of love heart emojis .
`` So beautiful ... love you !
!
! ''
added a third .
Khloe 's relationship with Tristan , 28 , is still up in the air after he cheated on her with her little sister Kylie Jenner 's then best friend , Jordyn Woods , 22 .
But they have recently been flirting up a storm on Instagram , sparking reconciliation rumours .
Khloe showed off her incredible curves in a skimpy swimsuit in the three-way edit on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ versions of herself : `` Khloé KoKo KhloMoney '' in the caption .
The basketball player left a series of eyes emojis , wink faces , and tongue out faces - showing perhaps he regrets losing Khloe .
Khloe has been doing some flirting of her own with Tristan on social media too .
Tristan posted a sexy shirtless photo on an exercise bike at home , which he captioned : `` Late night work . ''
A Kardashian fan account on Twitter reposted the photo and tagged Khloe , joking : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ girl . '
'' Khloe responded to the tweet with a series of laughing faces , showing her agreement that the hunky sportsman was hot enough to forgive all manner of sins .
And days before , Khloe posted a rauncy selfie in her underwear on instagram , to which Tristan commented `` saucy '' with a drooling emoji and love heart eyes .

Khloe Kardashian has posted a photo dedicated to her daughter True, reminding her of how much her parents love her amid the coronavirus panic
Khloe Kardashian posts gorgeous photo telling baby True 'your daddy and I love you'
Khloe Kardashian has posted a photo dedicated to her baby daughter, True Thompson, which appears to be a reference to the coronavirus panic sweeping the world.
The adorable photo shows Khloe, 25, holding True and beaming at the camera, their faces pressed together, both wearing the same matching pink silk pyjamas.
Khloe used the caption to reassure one-year-old True that her mum and dad - Tristan Thompson, Khloe's ex boyfriend, love her.
"The only thing I need you to remember is how much your daddy and I love you!" wrote Khloe.
Tristan replied to the post with a series of love heart emojis.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
A follower replied: "Omg soooo cute!!!!!!!"
"Sweetness" wrote another.
"So beautiful ... love you!!!" added a third.
Khloe's relationship with Tristan, 28, is still up in the air after he cheated on her with her little sister Kylie Jenner's then best friend, Jordyn Woods, 22.
Image: khloekardashian/Instagram) khloekardashian/Instagram)
But they have recently been flirting up a storm on Instagram , sparking reconciliation rumours.
Khloe showed off her incredible curves in a skimpy swimsuit in the three-way edit on her Instagram.
She named the three versions of herself: "Khloé KoKo KhloMoney" in the caption.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Tristan left a very flirty comment showing his appreciation.
The basketball player left a series of eyes emojis, wink faces, and tongue out faces - showing perhaps he regrets losing Khloe.
Khloe has been doing some flirting of her own with Tristan on social media too.
Tristan posted a sexy shirtless photo on an exercise bike at home, which he captioned: "Late night work."
A Kardashian fan account on Twitter reposted the photo and tagged Khloe, joking: "You know what...I understand now girl.'"
Khloe responded to the tweet with a series of laughing faces, showing her agreement that the hunky sportsman was hot enough to forgive all manner of sins.
And days before, Khloe posted a rauncy selfie in her underwear on instagram, to which Tristan commented "saucy" with a drooling emoji and love heart eyes.


thedailymirror--2020-03-16--Caroline Flack dances and sings in poignant video to mark a month since death

One of Caroline Flack 's best friends has shared a poignant video of the star singing and dancing with friends to mark a month since her death .
Jaime Bradley said she couldn ’ t believe she ’ d been in this `` blurry nightmare Black Mirror , upside down world '' without Caroline for four weeks .
She posted snaps of the pair singing and dancing together at an Elton John concert , as well as a video which showed her belting out a tune in the back of a cab and celebrating at a bowling alley .
Jaime @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and sent to her in a bid to cheer her up when she was feeling down .
She wrote on Instagram : “ My phone keeps reminding me everyday this week that ‘ one year ago on this day ’ Caroline was in NY visiting me .
`` Happy memories from simpler times .
I stayed in one of the nights because I was feeling pretty low , so Carrie and Ciara sent me a video singing from the back of a cab to cheer me up .
`` She was the most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in if someone was down .
You ALWAYS found the light in me that I couldn ’ t find . ''
Calling Caroline by a sweet nickname , she added : `` At this time , more than ever , look after each other .
Choose Love & Be Kind .
I love you Pockets . ''
The artist manager 's video showed Caroline performing a pitch perfect rendition of a song in the back of a New York cab .
Fans flocked to the page to share their sadness , with one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ everything she did !
Her voice gave me goosebumps . ''
Another wrote : `` The first thing on my mind every single day.. a month on and it still hasn ’ t sunk in .
`` Some people come into our lives to shine that light.. to make you realise how much you ’ re worth ...
I like to think she knew just how much she was loved back ... what pure joy she brought .
Keep the memories alive Jaime . ''
Caroline , 40 , died on February 15 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ She 's believed to have taken her own life days after it was confirmed her trial over an alleged assault on Burton was going ahead .
She was charged with assault by beating after a row at her London flat with her boyfriend .
Caroline pleaded not guilty and her boyfriend always maintained her innocence .
If you 're struggling and need to talk , the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123 .
Alternatively , you can email jo @ samaritans.org if you 'd prefer to write down how @ @

NEW VIDEO OF CAROLINE FLACK EMERGES A MONTH AFTER HER DEATH
NEW VIDEO OF CAROLINE FLACK EMERGES A MONTH AFTER HER DEATH
One of Caroline Flack's best friends shared a heart-wrenching clip of the star in better times to mark a month since her death
Caroline Flack dances and sings in poignant video released to mark a month since her death
One of Caroline Flack 's best friends has shared a poignant video of the star singing and dancing with friends to mark a month since her death.
Jaime Bradley said she couldn’t believe she’d been in this "blurry nightmare Black Mirror , upside down world" without Caroline for four weeks.
She posted snaps of the pair singing and dancing together at an Elton John concert, as well as a video which showed her belting out a tune in the back of a cab and celebrating at a bowling alley.
Jaime said the video was recorded by Caroline and sent to her in a bid to cheer her up when she was feeling down.
She wrote on Instagram : “My phone keeps reminding me everyday this week that ‘one year ago on this day’ Caroline was in NY visiting me.
"Happy memories from simpler times. I stayed in one of the nights because I was feeling pretty low, so Carrie and Ciara sent me a video singing from the back of a cab to cheer me up.
Image: Jaime Bradley/Instagram) Jaime Bradley/Instagram)
"She was the most thoughtful and supportive friend, always checking in if someone was down. You ALWAYS found the light in me that I couldn’t find."
Calling Caroline by a sweet nickname, she added: "At this time, more than ever, look after each other. Choose Love & Be Kind. I love you Pockets."
The artist manager's video showed Caroline performing a pitch perfect rendition of a song in the back of a New York cab.
Image: Jaime Bradley/Instagram) Jaime Bradley/Instagram) Image: Jaime Bradley/Instagram) Jaime Bradley/Instagram)
Fans flocked to the page to share their sadness, with one writing: "She was amazing at everything she did! Her voice gave me goosebumps."
Another wrote: "The first thing on my mind every single day.. a month on and it still hasn’t sunk in.
"Some people come into our lives to shine that light.. to make you realise how much you’re worth...I like to think she knew just how much she was loved back... what pure joy she brought. Keep the memories alive Jaime."
Image: Jaime Bradley/Instagram) Jaime Bradley/Instagram)
Caroline, 40, died on February 15 at her home in east London.
She's believed to have taken her own life days after it was confirmed her trial over an alleged assault on Burton was going ahead.
She was charged with assault by beating after a row at her London flat with her boyfriend.
Caroline pleaded not guilty and her boyfriend always maintained her innocence.
If you're struggling and need to talk, the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123. Alternatively, you can email jo@samaritans.org if you'd prefer to write down how you feel


thedailymirror--2020-03-16--Mum left more than £2,000 out of pocket after being switched to Universal Credit

A mum-of-three says she has been left more than £2,000 out of pocket after being switched to Universal Credit .
Gemma Bloor , 29 , was moved from working tax credits last summer after suffering an accident at work .
But she claims she did not receive any money for six weeks , ended up with £800 childcare arrears due to the benefit changes , landed a £300 council charge , and had her Universal Credit withheld last month .
It has left Gemma unable to pay her rent or other bills .
The Universal Credit was withheld last month @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'welfare fund ' grant from her employer - after being turned down for similar support from the welfare state .
Gemma , of Blurton in Staffordshire , said : `` I 'm angry - and I 'm even more angry that the DWP can do this .
They looked into giving me a grant and if I 'd got the grant off the DWP then I would n't have had to pay it back .
`` You ca n't say to someone , 'you could be eligible for a Government grant , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we 're going to stop your benefits ' .
`` How is that fair ?
How is that helping me ?
The whole point was to get me out of financial hardship - and it has just put me right back where I was .
`` And yet they make out you 're so much better off on Universal Credit . ''
Gemma 's financial situation was not helped last November when she was charged £300 for repairs to her council house .
Latest figures show 14,948 claimants are currently on Universal Credit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Pensions spokesman said : “ Miss Bloor wasn ’ t entitled to Universal Credit because she received earnings of over £2,300 in January .
We have raised an inquiry with HMRC to check whether her employer reported the correct amount.
” Referring to the council house repair , Councillor Joanne Powell-Beckett , cabinet member for housing said : “ We made necessary temporary electrical repairs to ensure it was safe for the tenants who live there .
Investigations found that the issue was caused by someone at the property screwing a fitting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ electrical wire .
`` As such , it was highlighted to the tenant that they would have to pay for the repairs .
We carried out the full repairs needed after the tenant agreed to this .
`` We are aware of Miss Bloor ’ s concerns and we have considered and responded to them fully through our complaints process .
”

mirrornews@mirror.co.uk (Joe Burn, Jamie Hawkins)

Gemma Bloor, 29, from Staffordshire, was put on Universal Credit after suffering an accident at work, but says she did not receive any payments for six weeks
Mum left more than £2,000 out of pocket after being switched to Universal Credit
A mum-of-three says she has been left more than £2,000 out of pocket after being switched to Universal Credit.
Gemma Bloor, 29, was moved from working tax credits last summer after suffering an accident at work.
But she claims she did not receive any money for six weeks, ended up with £800 childcare arrears due to the benefit changes, landed a £300 council charge, and had her Universal Credit withheld last month.
It has left Gemma unable to pay her rent or other bills.
The Universal Credit was withheld last month when the support worker received a £1,100 'welfare fund' grant from her employer - after being turned down for similar support from the welfare state.
Image: Stoke Sentinel / BPM Media) Stoke Sentinel / BPM Media)
Gemma, of Blurton in Staffordshire, said: "I'm angry - and I'm even more angry that the DWP can do this. They looked into giving me a grant and if I'd got the grant off the DWP then I wouldn't have had to pay it back.
"You can't say to someone, 'you could be eligible for a Government grant, but if you get one through work, we're going to stop your benefits'.
"How is that fair? How is that helping me? The whole point was to get me out of financial hardship - and it has just put me right back where I was.
"And yet they make out you're so much better off on Universal Credit."
Gemma's financial situation was not helped last November when she was charged £300 for repairs to her council house.
Latest figures show 14,948 claimants are currently on Universal Credit in Stoke-on-Trent.
A Department for Work and Pensions spokesman said: “Miss Bloor wasn’t entitled to Universal Credit because she received earnings of over £2,300 in January. We have raised an inquiry with HMRC to check whether her employer reported the correct amount.”
Referring to the council house repair, Councillor Joanne Powell-Beckett, cabinet member for housing said: “We made necessary temporary electrical repairs to ensure it was safe for the tenants who live there. Investigations found that the issue was caused by someone at the property screwing a fitting into a wall that went through an electrical wire.
"As such, it was highlighted to the tenant that they would have to pay for the repairs. We carried out the full repairs needed after the tenant agreed to this.
"We are aware of Miss Bloor’s concerns and we have considered and responded to them fully through our complaints process.”


thedailymirror--2020-03-16--Mikel Arteta intervention leads to Arsenal star making Liverpool transfer U-turn

Arsenal 's head of sports medicine has made a dramatic career U-turn and will snub Liverpool to remain in north London , according to reports .
Gary O'Driscoll had been set to move to Liverpool as a replacement for Andrew Massey , who left Anfield to become the director of FIFA 's medical department .
But the 49-year-old doctor from Ireland , has changed his mind and is now set to remain at Arsenal , where he has worked for the past 11 years .
There are a number of reasons - both personal and professional - behind O'Driscoll 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The Athletic .
O'Driscoll is said to be flattered by the interest Premier League leaders Liverpool have shown in him , but is keen to remain in London .
Most importantly though , O'Driscoll is excited by the direction Mikel Arteta is taking the club , and wants to continue working under the Spaniard .
Arsenal had started advertising for a new head of sports medicine after accepting that O'Driscoll would leave for Liverpool in January .
O'Driscoll 's decision to change his mind is a huge boost for the Gunners .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leading the club 's response to the coronavirus outbreak after Arteta tested positive for COVID-19 .
Arsenal closed their London Colney training ground as a result , with the first-team squad sent home to keep fit in isolation until at least March 25 .
The training ground closure coincides with the Premier League 's decision to suspend the season until April 4 in a bid to slow the spread of the virus , which has so far claimed the lives of more than 6,500 people worldwide ( accurate at time of reporting ) @

Arsenal's head of sports medicine Dr Gary O'Driscoll was set to sign for Liverpool, but the Irish 49-year-old has had a change of heart and is now remaining in north London
Arsenal's head of sports medicine has made a dramatic career U-turn and will snub Liverpool to remain in north London, according to reports.
Gary O'Driscoll had been set to move to Liverpool as a replacement for Andrew Massey, who left Anfield to become the director of FIFA's medical department.
But the 49-year-old doctor from Ireland, has changed his mind and is now set to remain at Arsenal, where he has worked for the past 11 years.
There are a number of reasons - both personal and professional - behind O'Driscoll's U-turn, which was first reported by The Athletic.
O'Driscoll is said to be flattered by the interest Premier League leaders Liverpool have shown in him, but is keen to remain in London.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Most importantly though, O'Driscoll is excited by the direction Mikel Arteta is taking the club, and wants to continue working under the Spaniard.
Arsenal had started advertising for a new head of sports medicine after accepting that O'Driscoll would leave for Liverpool in January.
O'Driscoll's decision to change his mind is a huge boost for the Gunners.
The doctor is among the personnel at Arsenal leading the club's response to the coronavirus outbreak after Arteta tested positive for COVID-19.
Image: Action Images via Reuters) Action Images via Reuters)
Arsenal closed their London Colney training ground as a result, with the first-team squad sent home to keep fit in isolation until at least March 25.
The training ground closure coincides with the Premier League's decision to suspend the season until April 4 in a bid to slow the spread of the virus, which has so far claimed the lives of more than 6,500 people worldwide (accurate at time of reporting).


thedailymirror--2020-03-16--Full list of countries where FCO is advising against travel amidst coronavirus

The coronavirus pandemic has wreaked havoc on millions of holidaymakers ' travel plans in recent months .
The FCO has been forced to amend its travel advice as countries impose new restrictions for visitors , as well as trying to contain the spread of the virus .
It has prompted the FCO to advise against all but essential travel to over 35 countries including China , Cyprus , Italy , Spain , Poland , the USA and South Africa .
The change in advice is n't always for the entire country ; in some cases it 's for specific regions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the pandemic continues , there have been thousands of flight cancellations ( you can see the full list of affected airlines here ) , cruise lines cancelling sailings , and uncertainty about whether to go ahead with travel plans .
To shed some light , we have guides on coronavirus travel advice including what to do if your holiday destination is affected , as well as what insurance covers in the case of an outbreak .
In the meantime , you can see the full list of countries where the FCO advises against @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
If the FCO does advise against travel to a destination where you had a holiday booked , your travel firm should get in touch to discuss your options - this may include rebooking your trip for a later date .
ABTA explains : `` Tour operators can offer alternative holidays if they are able to .
If these mean a significant change to the original arrangements , for example spending the whole or part of the holiday in a different country , you aren ’ t obliged to accept the alternative and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the package price . ''
Full list of countries where FCO advises against all but essential travel The below list is correct at the time of writing but subject to change .
If you have travel plans you should check the latest FCO advice - you can search for your destination here .

mirrornews@mirror.co.uk (Jess Glass, Julie Delahaye)

Coronavirus has seen the FCO change travel advice to warn against all but essential travel to over 35 countries
The coronavirus pandemic has wreaked havoc on millions of holidaymakers' travel plans in recent months.
The FCO has been forced to amend its travel advice as countries impose new restrictions for visitors, as well as trying to contain the spread of the virus.
It has prompted the FCO to advise against all but essential travel to over 35 countries including China, Cyprus, Italy, Spain, Poland, the USA and South Africa.
The change in advice isn't always for the entire country; in some cases it's for specific regions or due to border closures.
As the pandemic continues, there have been thousands of flight cancellations (you can see the full list of affected airlines here ), cruise lines cancelling sailings , and uncertainty about whether to go ahead with travel plans.
To shed some light, we have guides on coronavirus travel advice including what to do if your holiday destination is affected, as well as what insurance covers in the case of an outbreak.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
In the meantime, you can see the full list of countries where the FCO advises against all but essential travel amidst coronavirus outbreaks.
If the FCO does advise against travel to a destination where you had a holiday booked, your travel firm should get in touch to discuss your options - this may include rebooking your trip for a later date.
ABTA explains: "Tour operators can offer alternative holidays if they are able to. If these mean a significant change to the original arrangements, for example spending the whole or part of the holiday in a different country, you aren’t obliged to accept the alternative and will be entitled to a full refund of the package price."
Full list of countries where FCO advises against all but essential travel
The below list is correct at the time of writing but subject to change. If you have travel plans you should check the latest FCO advice - you can search for your destination here .


thedailymirror--2020-03-16--Lidl launch 4 in 1 chocolate Easter Egg - and it's a showstopper

Lidl have unveiled the ultimate luxury dessert for Easter - a 4-in-1 Easter Egg with four layers of indulgent chocolate flavours .
The showstopping chocolate egg is available in stores from today and costs £9.99 - and it is perfect for sharing with loved ones over the Easter break ( or gobbling to yourself if you 're a self-confessed chocoholic ) .
The decadent sweet treat is made of four layers that include an outer tiramisu milk chocolate shell - ideal for anyone who loves a chocolate and coffee combo .
The next layer has all the indulgent black forest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chocolate .
While the third is a smooth panna cotta layer that has a hint of nutty flavour thanks to crunchy pistachio pieces .
The massive treat is part of the budget chain 's Easter egg range that is now on sale and features items ranging from 79p to £4.99 .
If you 're looking for something different this Easter , why not indulge in one of these alternative Easter eggs this year instead ?
included in the round up is an Easter Praline Scotch Egg and a guilt-free , new low in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ energy bar makers , Grenade .
Or if you 're buying for a beauty fan , Glossybox has announced the return of its beauty egg for 2020 .
The egg goes on sale from 27 March at glossybox.co.uk and is filled with £75 worth of top make up and skincare goodies but only costs £30 .
For those wanting a more x-rated way to enjoy Easter - you can now buy a buy a sex toy Easter egg that 's like an adult Kinder Surprise .

Lidl have just launched every chocolate-lovers dream for Easter and it hits shelves today
Lidl have unveiled the ultimate luxury dessert for Easter - a 4-in-1 Easter Egg with four layers of indulgent chocolate flavours.
The showstopping chocolate egg is available in stores from today and costs £9.99 - and it is perfect for sharing with loved ones over the Easter break (or gobbling to yourself if you're a self-confessed chocoholic).
The decadent sweet treat is made of four layers that include an outer tiramisu milk chocolate shell - ideal for anyone who loves a chocolate and coffee combo.
The next layer has all the indulgent black forest gateau inspired flavours of cherry and dark chocolate. While the third is a smooth panna cotta layer that has a hint of nutty flavour thanks to crunchy pistachio pieces.
The final layer includes a gold dusted milk chocolate mini egg filled with smooth salted caramel.
The massive treat is part of the budget chain's Easter egg range that is now on sale and features items ranging from 79p to £4.99.
What's in the full range?
Favorina Milk Chocolate Rabbit (Bertie the Bunny), 125g - 79p
Favorina Milk Chocolate Hen with Eggs (Henrietta the Hen), 250g - £2.99
Mister Choc Easter Egg (Fudge Biscuit Blast or Choctastic Popping Candy), 200g -£2.99
Deluxe Premium Easter Egg (Coconut Crunch/ Eton Mess), 200g - £3.99
Deluxe Premium Easter Egg (Salted Caramel / Dark Chocolate & Coffee), 200g - £3.99
Deluxe Premium Easter Egg (Valencian Orange Milk Chocolate/Honeycomb Dark Chocolate), 210g - £4.99
Deluxe Single Origin Easter Egg (Madagascan Dark Chocolate / Ecuadorian Dark Chocolate), 180g - £4.99
Favorina Chocolate Bunny with Bow (Dark Chocolate / Milk Chocolate / White Chocolate), 100g - £1.39
Favorina White Chocolate Lamb (Larry the Lamb), 150 - £1.99
Favorina Chocolate Carrot, 155g - £2.99
If you're looking for something different this Easter, why not indulge in one of these alternative Easter eggs this year instead? included in the round up is an Easter Praline Scotch Egg and a guilt-free, new low in sugar Salted Caramel Chocolate flavoured egg from energy bar makers, Grenade.
Or if you're buying for a beauty fan, Glossybox has announced the return of its beauty egg for 2020 . The egg goes on sale from 27 March at glossybox.co.uk and is filled with £75 worth of top make up and skincare goodies but only costs £30.
For those wanting a more x-rated way to enjoy Easter - you can now buy a buy a sex toy Easter egg that's like an adult Kinder Surprise .