thedailymirror--2020-01-13--UK weather: Storm Brendan brings 80mph winds to Britain – is your area affected?

The UK is set to be hammered by 80mph winds today , with the west coast of Britain set to take the brunt of Storm Brendan .
A Met Office wind warning , which started at 10am and is due to last until midnight , is in force across large swatches of the country .
A snow and ice alert , and another wind warning have been issued for tomorrow .
Met Office forecaster Simon Partridge said : `` As it pushes through , pretty much every part of the UK will feel the influence . ''
Everywhere in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ point , he said , adding that the storm will move through pretty quickly .
The Met Office wind warning says a `` very windy period '' is expected and disruption to travel is `` likely '' .
While forecasters are warning that coastal routes , sea fronts and coastal communities may be affected by spray or large waves .
There may also be some short term loss of power and other services .
Met Office Chief Meteorologist Frank Saunders said yesterday : “ The UK and Ireland will turn increasingly windy on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and there 'll also be some heavy rain .
`` It ’ s going to be particularly windy across the western half of the UK , with gusts reaching 60-70 mph along Irish Sea coastlines , the west of Scotland and perhaps some English Channel coasts - maybe even 80 mph in a few exposed places .
`` This is likely to cause some disruption to sea , road and air travel . ''
The weather chief continued : `` As Storm Brendan moves eastwards , strong winds will also develop across eastern @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Scotland where there is also a wind warning in place.
” “ As well as strong winds , there will be large coastal waves in western areas , so bear this in mind before heading out in these regions.
” Will your area be affected ?
Strong winds are expected in north-west , south-east and south-west England .
Gusts are expected to reach up to 62mph in the south-west , 57mph in the south-east and 45mph in the north-west .
It will be a wet and mild day for the rest of England @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Gales will batter the west and south coasts of Wales today .
The Met Office says gusts will peak at 59mph in north Wales this afternoon , while temperatures will climb to 9C .
Despite downpours for most of the day , things should turn drier this evening .
The whole of Northern Ireland is expected to be hammered by blustery weather today .
Forecasters think wind speeds will hit 58mph , with the mercury rising to 10C .
Downpours will continue until late into the evening in north-west Northern Ireland , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are expected along the west coast of Scotland , along with the north-east of the country .
The Met Office predicts gusts will reach 71mph in the Outer Hebrides tonight .
Winds of up to 67mph are possible in north-east Scotland .

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High winds are expected in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland today. The strongest gusts are expected along the west coast of Scotland, particularly in the Outer Hebrides
UK weather: Storm Brendan brings 80mph winds to Britain – is your area affected?
The UK is set to be hammered by 80mph winds today, with the west coast of Britain set to take the brunt of Storm Brendan.
A Met Office wind warning, which started at 10am and is due to last until midnight, is in force across large swatches of the country.
A snow and ice alert, and another wind warning have been issued for tomorrow.
Met Office forecaster Simon Partridge said: "As it pushes through, pretty much every part of the UK will feel the influence."
Everywhere in the UK will see rain today at some point, he said, adding that the storm will move through pretty quickly.
Image: MetOffice) MetOffice)
The Met Office wind warning says a "very windy period" is expected and disruption to travel is "likely".
While forecasters are warning that coastal routes, sea fronts and coastal communities may be affected by spray or large waves.
There may also be some short term loss of power and other services.
Met Office Chief Meteorologist Frank Saunders said yesterday: “The UK and Ireland will turn increasingly windy on Monday, as Storm Brendan approaches, and there'll also be some heavy rain.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
"It’s going to be particularly windy across the western half of the UK, with gusts reaching 60-70 mph along Irish Sea coastlines, the west of Scotland and perhaps some English Channel coasts - maybe even 80 mph in a few exposed places.
"This is likely to cause some disruption to sea, road and air travel."
The weather chief continued: "As Storm Brendan moves eastwards, strong winds will also develop across eastern parts of the UK, particularly northeast Scotland where there is also a wind warning in place.”
“As well as strong winds, there will be large coastal waves in western areas, so bear this in mind before heading out in these regions.”
Image: Euan Cherry) Euan Cherry)
Will your area be affected?
England
Strong winds are expected in north-west, south-east and south-west England.
Gusts are expected to reach up to 62mph in the south-west, 57mph in the south-east and 45mph in the north-west.
It will be a wet and mild day for the rest of England, with some sunny intervals in areas.
Wales
Gales will batter the west and south coasts of Wales today.
The Met Office says gusts will peak at 59mph in north Wales this afternoon, while temperatures will climb to 9C.
Despite downpours for most of the day, things should turn drier this evening.
Northern Ireland
The whole of Northern Ireland is expected to be hammered by blustery weather today.
Forecasters think wind speeds will hit 58mph, with the mercury rising to 10C.
Downpours will continue until late into the evening in north-west Northern Ireland, with sleet expected overnight.
Scotland
Strong winds are expected along the west coast of Scotland, along with the north-east of the country.
The Met Office predicts gusts will reach 71mph in the Outer Hebrides tonight.
Winds of up to 67mph are possible in north-east Scotland.


thedailymirror--2020-01-13--Scientists create 18-carat gold nugget from plastic - and it looks just like the real deal

Scientists have developed an ‘ incredibly lightweight ’ 18-carat gold nugget using a rather surprising material - plastic .
The gold is made from a matrix of plastic , meaning it has all the shine of normal gold , but is considerably lighter .
While conventional gold usually has a density of around 15 g/cm3 , researchers from ETH Zurich were able to create a new form of gold that has a density of just 1.7 g/cm3 .
To create the new material , the researchers used protein fibres and polymer latex to form a matrix , in which they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Professor Raffaele Mezzenga , who led the study , said : “ This gold has the material properties of a plastic .
“ If a piece of it falls onto a hard surface , it sounds like plastic .
But it glimmers like metallic gold , and can be polished and worked into the desired form.
” The researchers believe that their plastic gold will be idea for watches and jewellery , as well as for electronics and radiation shielding .
Their plastic gold comes shortly after the team created a form of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ air .
However , Professor Mezzenga said : “ But the material was too unstable and could n't be worked .
This time we set ourselves the clear goal of creating a lightweight gold that can also actually be processed and used in most of the applications where gold is used today .
”

The gold is made from a matrix of plastic, meaning it has all the shine of normal gold, but is considerably lighter
Scientists create 18-carat gold nugget from plastic - and it looks just like the real deal
Scientists have developed an ‘incredibly lightweight’ 18-carat gold nugget using a rather surprising material - plastic.
The gold is made from a matrix of plastic, meaning it has all the shine of normal gold, but is considerably lighter.
While conventional gold usually has a density of around 15 g/cm3, researchers from ETH Zurich were able to create a new form of gold that has a density of just 1.7 g/cm3.
To create the new material, the researchers used protein fibres and polymer latex to form a matrix, in which they embedded thin discs of gold nanocrystals.
Professor Raffaele Mezzenga, who led the study, said: “This gold has the material properties of a plastic.
Image: ETH Zurich) ETH Zurich)
“If a piece of it falls onto a hard surface, it sounds like plastic. But it glimmers like metallic gold, and can be polished and worked into the desired form.”
The researchers believe that their plastic gold will be idea for watches and jewellery, as well as for electronics and radiation shielding.
Their plastic gold comes shortly after the team created a form of gold that was almost as light as air.
However, Professor Mezzenga said: “But the material was too unstable and couldn't be worked. This time we set ourselves the clear goal of creating a lightweight gold that can also actually be processed and used in most of the applications where gold is used today.”


thedailymirror--2020-01-13--Universal Credit leaving Dorchester Hotel's ex-pianist with 'pennies each month'

The Dorchester Hotel ’ s former pianist who is now living on Universal Credit has spoken out about being left with pennies at the end of each month .
Lee Reed has blasted the system which he says is discriminatory , terrible for people with mental health issues and forces people to apply for jobs they can ’ t do .
The 41-year-old , who performed at The Dorchester Hotel for 10 years , has played for celebrities including Shirley Bassey , Kate Moss , Simon Cowell and Jools Holland .
But mingling with celebrities didn ’ t stop his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ attacked and forced to give up his job .
He now wants to shed light on the difficulties of living on Universal Credit , as he claims the threat of sanctions hangs over him despite applying for 150 jobs a week .
Since May , Lee has been in the Better Working Futures programme which aims to get people with difficulties back into work but claims he has been offered unsuitable work he must accept .
Are you a struggling parent on Universal Credit ?
Email webnews @ mirror.co.uk The pianist , whose @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ It ’ s been tough .
“ I ’ ve been on that programme since May and all they do is tick boxes every week I go .
“ The people they have there are not qualified to deal with people who have had previous mental health problems .
“ I ’ d be rooting around in bins or use food banks if I got sanctioned .
Lee had always played the piano and went from gigging at local restaurants to being put forward for the £20k job at the Dorchester @ @ @ @ @ @ @ played at other top London venues including the Savoy , Claridge ’ s and the Lanesborough , with a steady stream of A-listers hearing him tinkle the ivories .
Visitors also remarked on TripAdvisor what a superb player he was when enjoying their afternoon tea at the landmark Dorchester .
But in June 2016 he was violently attacked after meeting someone from an internet dating site .
The assault , which left him in hospital for three days , led him to suffer a breakdown and PTSD .
He tried to continue working @ @ @ @ @ @ @ too much and eventually had to give up his rented home near Rickmansworth , Herts .
After living in a string of hostels and BnBs , Lee eventually went home to Durham to live with his parents in December 2017 as he battled to get over the assault .
He signed on in January 2017 and was put on Universal Credit , earning benefits of £348-a-month plus housing benefit of £300 when he found his own flat .
He also had counselling and financial help from Help Musicians UK , a charity which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He says he is desperate to get his old career back and has been playing at weddings and parties in the north east to earn a bit of spare cash .
He also regularly travels down to London to take any gig he can - even though the travel costs often mean he makes nothing .
Since May this year he has been on the Better Working Futures programme , run by employment agency Reed , which tries to help people who face additional barriers get back into work .
But he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he can ’ t do alongside other positions he simply isn ’ t qualified for .
And even sending out 150 emails a week enquiring about work is not enough to stop him being threatened with his money being cut off , he says .
Lee said : “ I had points on my licence and they tried to get me sanctioned for not applying for a job as a delivery driver .
“ He said I ’ d be sanctioned if I refused to do the interview .
It caused me a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I ’ d lose my benefits and when you get sanctioned you have no money for a long period of time , sometimes three months .
“ I ’ m doing 150 job applications a week and it ’ s still not enough for them .
“ The people they are employing to help people like me are making their conditions worse .
“ The interviews they are doing are uncomfortable and I feel like I ’ m being harassed and forced to take on jobs I ’ m not qualified to do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in helping me further my career .
“ If they keep doing it I will go downhill.
” Asked how much money he has left over when he ’ s paid his rent , bills and food , Lee says : “ Well , nothing .
I ’ m down to the wire.
” A spokesman for the employment agency Reed said they were unable to give specific details regarding Lee ’ s case .
But he said : “ Participants are referred to the service by Jobcentre Plus when they are actively @ @ @ @ @ @ @ support .
“ Advice and support is provided based on our available information at the time .
“ This includes information about both their job goals and personal circumstances .
Where issues or further information later comes to light we are able to adjust and change focus in order to offer the best possible support to help people start working .
“ Staff advising participants have access to a range of training , including help for supporting participants with mental health conditions .
“ It is of course counterintuitive to put forward participants @ @ @ @ @ @ @ doing .
“ Similarly , we would never encourage someone to apply for a job that they are not qualified or able to do .
“ Since last week we have been discussing with Mr Reed how best we can continue supporting him , taking into account all of his personal circumstances .
”

mirrornews@mirror.co.uk (Emily Hall, Matthew Dresch)

Lee Reed has worked at top London hotels including The Dorchester, The Savoy, Claridge’s and The Lanesborough - and performed in front of celebrities such as Shirley Bassey, Kate Moss, Simon Cowell and Jools Holland.
The Dorchester Hotel’s former pianist who is now living on Universal Credit has spoken out about being left with pennies at the end of each month.
Lee Reed has blasted the system which he says is discriminatory, terrible for people with mental health issues and forces people to apply for jobs they can’t do.
The 41-year-old, who performed at The Dorchester Hotel for 10 years, has played for celebrities including Shirley Bassey, Kate Moss, Simon Cowell and Jools Holland.
But mingling with celebrities didn’t stop his descent into poverty after he was violently attacked and forced to give up his job.
He now wants to shed light on the difficulties of living on Universal Credit, as he claims the threat of sanctions hangs over him despite applying for 150 jobs a week.
Since May, Lee has been in the Better Working Futures programme which aims to get people with difficulties back into work but claims he has been offered unsuitable work he must accept.
Are you a struggling parent on Universal Credit? Email webnews@mirror.co.uk
Image: Triangle News) Triangle News)
The pianist, whose stage name was Lee Mathews, said: “It’s been tough.
“I’ve been on that programme since May and all they do is tick boxes every week I go.
“The people they have there are not qualified to deal with people who have had previous mental health problems.
“I’d be rooting around in bins or use food banks if I got sanctioned.
“The entire thing isn’t fit for purpose.”
Lee had always played the piano and went from gigging at local restaurants to being put forward for the £20k job at the Dorchester when he was 28.
He also played at other top London venues including the Savoy, Claridge’s and the Lanesborough, with a steady stream of A-listers hearing him tinkle the ivories.
Visitors also remarked on TripAdvisor what a superb player he was when enjoying their afternoon tea at the landmark Dorchester.
But in June 2016 he was violently attacked after meeting someone from an internet dating site.
The assault, which left him in hospital for three days, led him to suffer a breakdown and PTSD.
He tried to continue working but found the constant stream of gigs too much and eventually had to give up his rented home near Rickmansworth, Herts.
After living in a string of hostels and BnBs, Lee eventually went home to Durham to live with his parents in December 2017 as he battled to get over the assault.
He signed on in January 2017 and was put on Universal Credit, earning benefits of £348-a-month plus housing benefit of £300 when he found his own flat.
He also had counselling and financial help from Help Musicians UK, a charity which supports struggling musicians in times of hardship.
Image: Triangle News) Triangle News)
He says he is desperate to get his old career back and has been playing at weddings and parties in the north east to earn a bit of spare cash.
He also regularly travels down to London to take any gig he can - even though the travel costs often mean he makes nothing.
Since May this year he has been on the Better Working Futures programme, run by employment agency Reed, which tries to help people who face additional barriers get back into work.
But he says he has been offered driving jobs he can’t do alongside other positions he simply isn’t qualified for.
And even sending out 150 emails a week enquiring about work is not enough to stop him being threatened with his money being cut off, he says.
Lee said: “I had points on my licence and they tried to get me sanctioned for not applying for a job as a delivery driver.
“He said I’d be sanctioned if I refused to do the interview. It caused me a lot of upset.
“I thought I’d lose my benefits and when you get sanctioned you have no money for a long period of time, sometimes three months.
“I’m doing 150 job applications a week and it’s still not enough for them.
“The people they are employing to help people like me are making their conditions worse.
“The interviews they are doing are uncomfortable and I feel like I’m being harassed and forced to take on jobs I’m not qualified to do.
“They’re not interested in helping me further my career.
“If they keep doing it I will go downhill.”
Asked how much money he has left over when he’s paid his rent, bills and food, Lee says: “Well, nothing. I’m down to the wire.”
A spokesman for the employment agency Reed said they were unable to give specific details regarding Lee’s case.
But he said: “Participants are referred to the service by Jobcentre Plus when they are actively looking for work and may require additional support.
“Advice and support is provided based on our available information at the time.
“This includes information about both their job goals and personal circumstances. Where issues or further information later comes to light we are able to adjust and change focus in order to offer the best possible support to help people start working.
“Staff advising participants have access to a range of training, including help for supporting participants with mental health conditions.
“It is of course counterintuitive to put forward participants for jobs they have no interest in doing.
“Similarly, we would never encourage someone to apply for a job that they are not qualified or able to do.
“Since last week we have been discussing with Mr Reed how best we can continue supporting him, taking into account all of his personal circumstances.”


thedailymirror--2020-01-13--Jeremy McConnell launches new baby's Instagram as estranged son Caben turns three

Jeremy McConnell has been showing off his new baby on her very own Instagram account as his estranged son celebrates his third birthday .
Caben-Albi , who Jeremy shares with ex-girlfriend Stephanie Davis , turns three today .
It 's not known how long it 's been since Jeremy saw Caben , but it 's believed to be quite some time now since they 've been in each other 's lives .
Since his dramatic on-off romance with Steph came to a crashing end , the former model , who met Steph on CelebrityBig Brother , has gone on to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Jeremy is dating lawyer Katie McCreath , and together they welcomed daughter Storm in November .
Now , baby Storm even has her own Instagram account and her own slogan , courtesy of her parents .
The bio on her profile reads : `` The sun always shines after the Storm , here is my page to brighten up your day '' this page is run by storms mummy & daddy for her '' The account was launched just two days ago and already has close to 1,000 followers .
The account is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the little one having naps , enjoying bath time , snuggling up to her parents and striking cute poses .
When Jeremy first announced last year that Katie was pregnant , he said that he 'd always wanted to be a dad - despite already being a father to Caben .
He wrote : `` Alot of things out there are not always how they are portrayed .
I have wanted nothing more than to be a dad in life and I thank the people who have used their initiative to understand @ @ @ @ @ @ @ happy family life away from any negativity . ''
Jeremy has been accused of `` neglecting '' Caben , but he hit back .
He told MailOnline : `` Anyone that has half a brain cell needs to understand the reason I am not part of Caben 's life is because not every situation can be fixed .
`` I protect my son as much as I can .
It 's not neglecting , it 's protecting .
I 'm a very loving father .
This is better for Caben .
`` My @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's in my control – I have rights over that .
My main focus is my girl . ''
Steph is celebrating Caben 's birthday with him today , sharing cute videos of him unwrapping his presents .
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The former Celebrity Big Brother star has launched an Instagram account for his new baby daughter Storm
Jeremy McConnell has been showing off his new baby on her very own Instagram account as his estranged son celebrates his third birthday.
Caben-Albi, who Jeremy shares with ex-girlfriend Stephanie Davis, turns three today.
It's not known how long it's been since Jeremy saw Caben, but it's believed to be quite some time now since they've been in each other's lives.
Since his dramatic on-off romance with Steph came to a crashing end, the former model, who met Steph on Celebrity Big Brother , has gone on to have another relationship and another child.
Jeremy is dating lawyer Katie McCreath, and together they welcomed daughter Storm in November.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Now, baby Storm even has her own Instagram account and her own slogan, courtesy of her parents.
The bio on her profile reads: "The sun always shines after the Storm, here is my page to brighten up your day
"this page is run by storms mummy & daddy for her"
The account was launched just two days ago and already has close to 1,000 followers.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
The account is full of adorable black and white pictures of the little one having naps, enjoying bath time, snuggling up to her parents and striking cute poses.
When Jeremy first announced last year that Katie was pregnant, he said that he'd always wanted to be a dad - despite already being a father to Caben.
He wrote: "Alot of things out there are not always how they are portrayed. I have wanted nothing more than to be a dad in life and I thank the people who have used their initiative to understand that. All I want is a happy family life away from any negativity."
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Jeremy has been accused of "neglecting" Caben, but he hit back.
He told MailOnline : "Anyone that has half a brain cell needs to understand the reason I am not part of Caben's life is because not every situation can be fixed.
"I protect my son as much as I can. It's not neglecting, it's protecting. I'm a very loving father. This is better for Caben.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
"My priority is my baby girl because it's in my control – I have rights over that. My main focus is my girl."
Steph is celebrating Caben's birthday with him today, sharing cute videos of him unwrapping his presents.
Do you have a story to sell? Get in touch with us at webcelebs@trinitymirror.com or call us direct 0207 29 33033


thedailymirror--2020-01-13--Jack Grealish told he's better than Liverpool pair and would "walk into" top side

Jack Grealish has been tipped to leave Aston Villa at the end of the season , and told he would `` walk into '' any one of the current Premier League top six .
Former Villa forward Andy Gray singled out Liverpool pair Gini Wijnaldum and Naby Keita as two top midfielders he rates Grealish as being better than , adding that the Villa skipper would also get into Manchester City 's midfield and `` walk into '' Tottenham 's .
`` I know he 's a Villa fan , his family are all Villa fans , he loves the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Gray told Bein Sports following coverage of Villa 's 6-1 defeat at home to City on Sunday .
`` But Jack 's 24 now and I think there is a decision coming at the end of this season .
And I hate to say it , but I do n't think he 'll be there in August .
`` If I was a coach of any of the top-six , and I include Liverpool in this , he would make the team better .
`` He is , in my opinion , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ players .
I think he is better than Keita .
I think he 's better than Wijnaldum .
I think he 'd get into the City side .
He 's much better than Foden .
I just think he 's that good .
`` When you give someone a football .
You watch somebody on a football pitch .
He has a football at his feet and in his control .
Special players , they just stand out .
`` He might make mistakes , Jack , and he 's only 24 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ body .
He moves with it beautifully .
He has a goal in him .
He creates for other players .
He works hard .
`` He 'd walk into Spurs ' side .
At Chelsea , I know they talk about Mason Mount but I think right now he 's better than Mason Mount .
`` If he 's getting sold this summer then I guarantee you that a host of the biggest clubs will be after him . ''

The Aston Villa skipper has been linked with an exit from Villa Park at the end of the current campaign, with Manchester United strongly linked with a move
Jack Grealish told he's better than Liverpool pair and would "walk into" top side
Jack Grealish has been tipped to leave Aston Villa at the end of the season, and told he would "walk into" any one of the current Premier League top six.
Former Villa forward Andy Gray singled out Liverpool pair Gini Wijnaldum and Naby Keita as two top midfielders he rates Grealish as being better than, adding that the Villa skipper would also get into Manchester City's midfield and "walk into" Tottenham's.
"I know he's a Villa fan, his family are all Villa fans, he loves the club and he loves being captain," Gray told Bein Sports following coverage of Villa's 6-1 defeat at home to City on Sunday.
"But Jack's 24 now and I think there is a decision coming at the end of this season. And I hate to say it, but I don't think he'll be there in August.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
"If I was a coach of any of the top-six, and I include Liverpool in this, he would make the team better.
"He is, in my opinion, better than any of Liverpool's midfield players. I think he is better than Keita. I think he's better than Wijnaldum. I think he'd get into the City side. He's much better than Foden. I just think he's that good.
"When you give someone a football. You watch somebody on a football pitch. He has a football at his feet and in his control. Special players, they just stand out.
Image: John Powell) John Powell)
"He might make mistakes, Jack, and he's only 24. But the ball is part of his body. He moves with it beautifully. He has a goal in him. He creates for other players. He works hard.
"He'd walk into Spurs' side. At Chelsea , I know they talk about Mason Mount but I think right now he's better than Mason Mount.
"If he's getting sold this summer then I guarantee you that a host of the biggest clubs will be after him."


thedailymirror--2020-01-13--Holly and Phil introduce newest members of This Morning family as they adopt koalas

This Morning hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield introduced viewers to the two newest members of the show family on Monday morning .
Holly and Phil adopted two Australian koala bears in the wake of the deadly bush fires in the country .
While the two animals in particular were not injured in the fires , the money donated to the small charity caring for them will go towards helping those who have been .
The koalas , named Blondie and Glen William Clarence , were introduced via photos , with both hosts adopting one each .
Holly and Phil @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dollars each , encouraging viewers to do the same in the wake of the devastating bush fires .
Phillip confirmed his koala had gone blind after suffering from chlamydia , with there currently high infection rates with the animal in Australia .
Holly shared her own koala 's injuries , with Blondie undergoing an arm amputation after a dog attack .
They said they were doing their `` little bit to help '' the country which has faced devastation and loss following the ongoing crisis .
It 's reported over a billion animals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ since they began late last year .
With huge numbers of koala bears injured , it 's thought at least 25,000 have died .
Phillip said : `` While they were n't directly injured by the fires , all the money from the adoption goes to help the new koalas who are struggling to survive . ''
On the decision behind the adoption , Holly said : `` Lots of people do n't know what to do .
`` You think that 's not a huge amount , but that will go forward @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Viewers were left emotional last week and this week over footage on the show , as This Morning vet Scott joined those helping the koalas in Australia .
He helped treat some of the koalas with their burns caused by the fires , with many of them facing major injuries .
This Morning airs weekdays at 10am on ITV .

HOLLY AND PHIL REVEAL THEY'VE ADOPTED TWO KOALAS TO HELP FUND RESCUE CENTRE IN AUSTRALIA
HOLLY AND PHIL REVEAL THEY'VE ADOPTED TWO KOALAS TO HELP FUND RESCUE CENTRE IN AUSTRALIA
This Morning hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield have adopted two Australian koala bears in the wake of the bush fires
Holly and Phil introduce newest members of This Morning family as they adopt koalas
This Morning hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield introduced viewers to the two newest members of the show family on Monday morning.
Holly and Phil adopted two Australian koala bears in the wake of the deadly bush fires in the country.
While the two animals in particular were not injured in the fires, the money donated to the small charity caring for them will go towards helping those who have been.
The koalas, named Blondie and Glen William Clarence, were introduced via photos, with both hosts adopting one each.
Holly and Phil revealed the adoption cost them 50 Australian dollars each, encouraging viewers to do the same in the wake of the devastating bush fires.
Image: ITV) ITV)
Phillip confirmed his koala had gone blind after suffering from chlamydia, with there currently high infection rates with the animal in Australia.
Holly shared her own koala's injuries, with Blondie undergoing an arm amputation after a dog attack.
They said they were doing their "little bit to help" the country which has faced devastation and loss following the ongoing crisis.
Image: ITV) ITV) Image: ITV) ITV)
It's reported over a billion animals have been killed by the fires, since they began late last year.
With huge numbers of koala bears injured, it's thought at least 25,000 have died.
Phillip said: "While they weren't directly injured by the fires, all the money from the adoption goes to help the new koalas who are struggling to survive."
On the decision behind the adoption, Holly said: "Lots of people don't know what to do.
"You think that's not a huge amount, but that will go forward and make a huge difference."
Viewers were left emotional last week and this week over footage on the show, as This Morning vet Scott joined those helping the koalas in Australia.
He helped treat some of the koalas with their burns caused by the fires, with many of them facing major injuries.
This Morning airs weekdays at 10am on ITV.


thedailymirror--2020-01-13--Co-op launch new vegan GRO range and the tasty dishes are available in stores now

What better way to dip your toes into going vegan this month than sampling some incredible meat-free versions of your favourite dishes ?
Supermarket chain Co-op has launched a brand new vegan range caled GRO to coincide with Veganuary this year .
The range of over 35 products include an array of plant-based ready meals , including tasty spins on favourites like chilli con carne , Katsu curry and sticky toffee pudding .
Items are on sale at coop.co.uk and in around 300 Co-op stores nationwide now at the introductory price of £2.50 ( normal price is £2.95 ) until @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stocked in over 2,000 Co-op stores and around 4,000 independent retailers .
Speaking about the launch Jo Whitfield , CEO Co-op Food , said : “ At Co-op , we make it easier to get products when you need them and we stay close to our customers changing requirements .
“ We have to provide fantastic products and services with strong ethics and a purposeful focus on convenience .
Our new vegan range taps into the latest consumer trends and our online services meet the growing appetite for fast home deliveries.
” The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reveals that over the last 12 months vegetarian product sales have risen by over 12 percent and non-dairy milk alternatives have seen a 14 percent uplift .
With the launch of Co-op ’ s online same-day delivery services this year , which is available across almost 100 towns and cities , served by 650 Co-op stores more shoppers than ever will be able to give the new range a try .

If you're thinking of going plant-based to celebrate Veganuary then you might want to give Co-op's new GRO vegan range a try
Co-op launch new vegan GRO range and the tasty dishes are available in stores now
What better way to dip your toes into going vegan this month than sampling some incredible meat-free versions of your favourite dishes?
Supermarket chain Co-op has launched a brand new vegan range caled GRO to coincide with Veganuary this year.
The range of over 35 products include an array of plant-based ready meals, including tasty spins on favourites like chilli con carne, Katsu curry and sticky toffee pudding.
Items are on sale at coop.co.uk and in around 300 Co-op stores nationwide now at the introductory price of £2.50 (normal price is £2.95) until 21 January, and selected will be stocked in over 2,000 Co-op stores and around 4,000 independent retailers.
Speaking about the launch Jo Whitfield, CEO Co-op Food, said: “At Co-op, we make it easier to get products when you need them and we stay close to our customers changing requirements.
“We have to provide fantastic products and services with strong ethics and a purposeful focus on convenience. Our new vegan range taps into the latest consumer trends and our online services meet the growing appetite for fast home deliveries.”
The move follows the chain's report which reveals that over the last 12 months vegetarian product sales have risen by over 12 percent and non-dairy milk alternatives have seen a 14 percent uplift.
With the launch of Co-op’s online same-day delivery services this year, which is available across almost 100 towns and cities, served by 650 Co-op stores more shoppers than ever will be able to give the new range a try.


thedailymirror--2020-01-13--Man pleads guilty to stabbing off-duty police officer 10 times at victim's home

A man has pleaded guilty to stabbing an off-duty police officer 10 times at the victim 's home .
John McCartney , 40 , embarked on the horror attack in Rayleigh , Essex , a court heard .
The horrific attack left the officer , who can not be named for legal reasons , with his organs exposed after he was stabbed in front of his terrified family last April .
McCartney , who is currently being held at a secure psychiatric facility , admitted attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon at Basildon Crown Court this morning via @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the court heard McCartney was believed to have known the officer .
The cop suffered six stab wounds to the centre of his chest , lacerations to his chest , arm and abdomen - exposing his bowel - and half-inch wound to the upper arm and wounds to the feet .
Essex Police said the officer was now recovering at home .
At today 's hearing , McCartney spoke only to confirm his name , date of birth and give his nationality as British and to enter his guilty pleas .
Judge Samantha @ @ @ @ @ @ @ allow time for psychologists to come to court and give evidence about his mental state .

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John McCartney, 40, has pleaded guilty to attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon after the horror attack in Rayleigh, Essex
A man has pleaded guilty to stabbing an off-duty police officer 11 times at the victim's home.
John McCartney, 40, embarked on the horror attack in Rayleigh, Essex, a court heard.
The horrific attack left the officer, who cannot be named for legal reasons, with his organs exposed after he was stabbed in front of his terrified family last April.
McCartney, who is currently being held at a secure psychiatric facility, admitted attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon at Basildon Crown Court this morning via video link.
At a previous hearing the court heard McCartney was believed to have known the officer.
Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Getty Images/iStockphoto)
The cop suffered six stab wounds to the centre of his chest, lacerations to his chest, arm and abdomen - exposing his bowel - and half-inch wound to the upper arm and wounds to the feet.
Essex Police said the officer was now recovering at home.
At today's hearing, McCartney spoke only to confirm his name, date of birth and give his nationality as British and to enter his guilty pleas.
Judge Samantha Leigh adjourned sentencing until March 6 to allow time for psychologists to come to court and give evidence about his mental state.


thedailymirror--2020-01-14--Drunk man pulled trousers down and started food fight on Holiday Jet flight to UK

A drunk airline passenger who dropped his trousers , swore at fellow travellers and tried to start a food fight during a flight to the UK was jailed today .
Mohammad Rafiq , 47 , drunk at least half a bottle of whiskey before boarding the Holiday Jet flight from Muscat in Oman to Manchester .
During the eight-hour flight , the scrap metal merchant grabbed another bottle of whiskey from the drinks trolley , chucked the in-flight meals around the plane , and repeatedly gave crew and passengers the middle finger , a court heard .
He was eventually @ @ @ @ @ @ @ asleep in a drunken stupor .
He was arrested when the Oman Air WY0105 plane landed on November 1 .
Manchester Crown Court heard Rafiq , from Ashton-under-Lyne , had been drinking heavily after attending the funeral of his godfather in his native Pakistan .
Rafiq said he had n't drunk booze for 3 weeks but 'succumbed to temptation ' after seeing others drinking alcohol - he is now seeking support for his heavy consumption .
The incident occurred on November 1 last year after Oman Air WY0105 had taken off from Muscat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ antisocial behaviour started only thirty minutes into the flight .
Sentencing Judge Suzanne Goddard QC told Rafiq people shouldn ’ t have to put up with people `` behaving in this loutish and drunken way ” .
She said : `` You started to take issue with a married couple that were sat next to you and they had to move to different seats .
Two other males were moved to where they were sitting and you started to cause trouble with them .
''Staff tried to calm things down and the cabin @ @ @ @ @ @ @ aggressively and you started to remove your trousers in front of the other males .
After taking them down , you were then putting them back on , which was quite bizarre .
In mitigation , defence lawyer Andrew Evans said Rafiq had suffered emotional stress while in Pakistan to pay his respects at the funeral of his godfather .
Mr Evans added : `` He had spent three weeks in Pakistan without a drop of alcohol and he anticipated not being tempted on his return .
But on the flight back he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and he was in the position where he succumbed to temptation .
''He was causing people distress , but this bizarre behaviour was not dangerous .
He hadn ’ t attacked anyone physically and he calmed down . ''
The passengers surrounding Rafiq were moved away and he was left on his own .
Cabin crew made an announcement on the plane as to how passengers were expected to behave and he was given a letter with a warning on it .
However , according to Judge Goddard , Rafiq caused so much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their jobs .
She concluded : `` The circumstances are so serious that immediate custody is the only sentence this court can pass . ''
Rafiq was jailed for six months .

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Mohammad Rafiq, 47, was jailed for six months after a mid-flight alcohol-fuelled rampage saw him swear at passengers, strip and chuck food around the aircraft
Drunk man pulled trousers down and started food fight on Holiday Jet flight to UK
A drunk airline passenger who dropped his trousers, swore at fellow travellers and tried to start a food fight during a flight to the UK was jailed today.
Mohammad Rafiq, 47, drunk at least half a bottle of whiskey before boarding the Holiday Jet flight from Muscat in Oman to Manchester.
During the eight-hour flight, the scrap metal merchant grabbed another bottle of whiskey from the drinks trolley, chucked the in-flight meals around the plane, and repeatedly gave crew and passengers the middle finger, a court heard.
He was eventually calmed down by another passenger and fell asleep in a drunken stupor.
He was arrested when the Oman Air WY0105 plane landed on November 1.
Manchester Crown Court heard Rafiq, from Ashton-under-Lyne, had been drinking heavily after attending the funeral of his godfather in his native Pakistan.
Image: MEN Media) MEN Media)
Rafiq said he hadn't drunk booze for 3 weeks but 'succumbed to temptation' after seeing others drinking alcohol - he is now seeking support for his heavy consumption.
The incident occurred on November 1 last year after Oman Air WY0105 had taken off from Muscat.
Prosecutor Laura Peers noted Rafiq's antisocial behaviour started only thirty minutes into the flight.
Sentencing Judge Suzanne Goddard QC told Rafiq people shouldn’t have to put up with people "behaving in this loutish and drunken way”.
She said: ''You started to take issue with a married couple that were sat next to you and they had to move to different seats. Two other males were moved to where they were sitting and you started to cause trouble with them.
Image: SWNS) SWNS)
''Staff tried to calm things down and the cabin crew director describes how you were acting aggressively and you started to remove your trousers in front of the other males. After taking them down, you were then putting them back on, which was quite bizarre.
In mitigation, defence lawyer Andrew Evans said Rafiq had suffered emotional stress while in Pakistan to pay his respects at the funeral of his godfather.
Mr Evans added: ''He had spent three weeks in Pakistan without a drop of alcohol and he anticipated not being tempted on his return. But on the flight back he was surprised to find alcohol being served and he was in the position where he succumbed to temptation.
Image: Copyright Cavendish Press) Copyright Cavendish Press)
''He was causing people distress, but this bizarre behaviour was not dangerous. He hadn’t attacked anyone physically and he calmed down."
The passengers surrounding Rafiq were moved away and he was left on his own. Cabin crew made an announcement on the plane as to how passengers were expected to behave and he was given a letter with a warning on it.
However, according to Judge Goddard, Rafiq caused so much disruption the staff were unable to do their jobs.
She concluded: "The circumstances are so serious that immediate custody is the only sentence this court can pass.''
Rafiq was jailed for six months.


thedailymirror--2020-01-14--Blac Chyna 'hits back at Rob Kardashian' over claims she's a bad mum

Black Chyna has reportedly denied Rob Kardashian ’ s claims she 's a bad mum after he made a series of sensational allegations about her in blistering court documents .
The pair have been embroiled in a messy custody battle over their daughter Dream , three , as Rob seeks to become her primary carer .
In court documents , Rob , 32 , blasted Chyna 's parenting , accusing her of spending £450 a day on alcohol , abusing drugs and failing to keep Dream well-presented .
He also claims she dropped Dream off at his house with messy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
According to TMZ , sources close to the reality star claim she is a “ good mother who would never put her child in harm 's way , despite what Rob says ” .
Sources close to the 31-year-old told the publication : “ Chyna has never done drugs in front of her children and only drinks on occasion ... when her kids are not around .
“ She claims she always keeps Dream clean and makes her practice good hygiene ... and has more than 100 nice outfits for her at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first started dating back in January 2016 .
They announced their shock engagement three months later , but split a month after welcoming Dream together in November that same year .
Rob has asked the court to reduce Blac Chyna 's parenting time to just weekends , with a nanny present .
He has also requested that she submits to drug and alcohol testing no less than 30 minutes before each visit with Dream .
His sister Khloe Kardashian and former employees of Chyna have supported him in his battle for custody .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ shut down speculation of tension between the exes when insisted he and Blac Chyna were co-parenting well , while denying they were locked in a custody battle .
Rob tweeted at the time : “ Angela and I are both actively co-parenting and there are no pending or active custody cases.
” Blac Chyna publicly responded : ‘ Robert and I only concern is what ’ s in the best interest of our daughter that we both equally love .
Additionally , Robert is a wonderful father to our Dreamy !
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Blac Chyna throws child's car at person she tries to fight at an amusement part
Blac Chyna throws child's car at person she tries to fight at an amusement part
Rob Kardashian accused Chyna of dropping Dream off at his house with messy hair, dirty teeth and dirty nappies
Black Chyna has reportedly denied Rob Kardashian ’s claims she's a bad mum after he made a series of sensational allegations about her in blistering court documents.
The pair have been embroiled in a messy custody battle over their daughter Dream, three, as Rob seeks to become her primary carer.
In court documents, Rob, 32, blasted Chyna's parenting, accusing her of spending £450 a day on alcohol, abusing drugs and failing to keep Dream well-presented.
He also claims she dropped Dream off at his house with messy hair, dirty teeth and dirty nappies.
However, Black Chyna has reportedly denied Rob’s accusations.
Image: Getty Images for MTV) Getty Images for MTV)
According to TMZ , sources close to the reality star claim she is a “good mother who would never put her child in harm's way, despite what Rob says”.
Sources close to the 31-year-old told the publication: “Chyna has never done drugs in front of her children and only drinks on occasion... when her kids are not around.
“She claims she always keeps Dream clean and makes her practice good hygiene ... and has more than 100 nice outfits for her at her home.”
Blac Chyna and Rob first started dating back in January 2016.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
They announced their shock engagement three months later, but split a month after welcoming Dream together in November that same year.
Rob has asked the court to reduce Blac Chyna's parenting time to just weekends, with a nanny present.
He has also requested that she submits to drug and alcohol testing no less than 30 minutes before each visit with Dream.
His sister Khloe Kardashian and former employees of Chyna have supported him in his battle for custody.
Image: WireImage) WireImage)
In February last year, Rob had shut down speculation of tension between the exes when insisted he and Blac Chyna were co-parenting well, while denying they were locked in a custody battle.
Rob tweeted at the time: “Angela and I are both actively co-parenting and there are no pending or active custody cases.”
Blac Chyna publicly responded: ‘Robert and I only concern is what’s in the best interest of our daughter that we both equally love. Additionally, Robert is a wonderful father to our Dreamy!’


thedailymirror--2020-01-14--Kim Kardashian gives insight into cousins Chicago and True's adorable bond

Kim Kardashian has given her fans an glimpse into the sweet bond shared by her her daughter Chicago and niece True , both one .
The Keeping Up With The Kardashians star , 39 , took the adorable cousins to American supermarket Target and posted a short video clip and a number of cute snaps of the little ones onto her Instagram account on Monday .
Proving they have a special bond , the cute kids could be seen feeding one another in the supermarket restaurant and nestled together in the trolley as Kim whizzed them about .
Kim 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mum Khloe Kardashian wants to expand her family , and sources claim the blonde bombshell `` would love another baby '' with ex-boyfriend Tristan Thompson .
The ex-couple are parents to adorable True , who was born amid a devastating cheating scandal between Khloe and Tristan .
Just weeks before Khloe was about to give birth to True , a video emerged of Tristan kissing another woman in a nightclub , leaving Khloe `` heartbroken '' .
Later , TMZ claimed Tristan took the woman in question back to his hotel and she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ overnight bag.
” Their relationship hit the rocks when Tristan ’ s numerous affairs were exposed last year , with Khloe dumping him for good in February 2019 when his fling with sister Kylie ’ s best friend Jordyn , 21 , hit headlines .
But Khloe is reportedly willing to put the past behind her , as she now wants to grow her family with pro basketball player Tristan .
An insider previously told People Magazine : `` Khloé would love another baby and to give True a sibling .
`` She @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it would n't be surprising if she got pregnant again . ''
The source added to People that becoming new parents helped bond the couple amid the drama .
The insider added : `` True gave her something incredible to focus her love and energy on , and it helped her and Tristan stay bonded no matter what . ''
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Kim K's daughter dances in her first ever TikTok video
Kim K's daughter dances in her first ever TikTok video
Kim Kardashian has shared sweet footage of her daughter Chicago and niece True enjoying an afternoon at the supermarket with her
Kim Kardashian has given her fans an glimpse into the sweet bond shared by her her daughter Chicago and niece True, both one.
The Keeping Up With The Kardashians star, 39, took the adorable cousins to American supermarket Target and posted a short video clip and a number of cute snaps of the little ones onto her Instagram account on Monday.
Proving they have a special bond, the cute kids could be seen feeding one another in the supermarket restaurant and nestled together in the trolley as Kim whizzed them about.
Kim captioned the offering: "swipe for major cuteness."
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Kim's post comes amid claims that True's mum Khloe Kardashian wants to expand her family, and sources claim the blonde bombshell "would love another baby" with ex-boyfriend Tristan Thompson .
The ex-couple are parents to adorable True, who was born amid a devastating cheating scandal between Khloe and Tristan.
Just weeks before Khloe was about to give birth to True, a video emerged of Tristan kissing another woman in a nightclub, leaving Khloe "heartbroken".
Later, TMZ claimed Tristan took the woman in question back to his hotel and she “eventually left with a Louis Vuitton overnight bag.”
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Their relationship hit the rocks when Tristan’s numerous affairs were exposed last year, with Khloe dumping him for good in February 2019 when his fling with sister Kylie’s best friend Jordyn, 21, hit headlines.
But Khloe is reportedly willing to put the past behind her, as she now wants to grow her family with pro basketball player Tristan.
An insider previously told People Magazine: "Khloé would love another baby and to give True a sibling.
"She always wanted to be a mum and it wouldn't be surprising if she got pregnant again."
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Image: Snapchat) Snapchat)
The source added to People that becoming new parents helped bond the couple amid the drama.
The insider added: "True gave her something incredible to focus her love and energy on, and it helped her and Tristan stay bonded no matter what."
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thedailymirror--2020-01-14--'World's best CV' unveiled - and it promises to land you a six-figure role

The 'world 's best CV ' has been unveiled by a recruitment expert who promises it will land you a six-figure role .
Rita Chowdhry has spent five years creating it after going through hundreds of job applications .
The single-sided , 450-word document combines the most effective elements of more than 1,500 professional CVs , with the `` perfect '' content to catch an employer 's eye .
It reveals the key words and phrases , core skills and numerical data that potential recruiters `` crave '' but rarely see in standard CVs .
It is designed for senior @ @ @ @ @ @ @ healthcare , where average starting salaries range from between £50,000 and £100,000 .
But it can be used to apply for any job in almost any sector by making just a few small tweaks .
Rita , the founder of award-winning London-based career consultancy Savran , said the template will work for anyone looking to land a dream job or promotion in 2020 .
She said : `` Writing a good CV is notoriously difficult , with hundreds of experts each suggesting conflicting ways to go about it .
`` This template is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ever can be .
`` But it encompasses the very best bits from more than 1,500 examples and includes what all employers everywhere crave : cold , hard facts and figures . ''
More than half of Brits are considering finding a new job in 2020 - up eight per cent from last year , research shows .
The number of people feeling unhappy in their jobs is also on the rise , increasing by 10 per cent year on year .
But standing out in a fiercely competitive crowd can be difficult @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's CV has just seven seconds to make an impression before it is binned .
Rita 's template incorporates the common `` best bits '' from 1,510 CVs that were used successfully for interviews .
It also draws on the views of HR departments , CEOs , managing directors and business owners from the UK who offered their feedback .
The resulting template features easy-to-digest information that can be skim-read within just a few seconds .
This includes a short introduction , simple contact details , and bulleted core skills , interests and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into account the different personality types of recruiters - essentially making the CV 'personality-proof ' .
Rita uses the 'DISC ' psychometric category system which identifies the four main personality types .
These are 'Dominant ' ( active and task focused ) ; 'Influencer ' ( active and people focused ) ; Steady ' ( passive and people focused ) ; and 'Compliant ' ( passive and task focused ) .
To engage goal-driven 'Ds ' and data-focused 'Cs ' , three-quarters of the CV includes numerical statistics and factual evidence .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' and motivational 'Is ' , by highlighting working relationships with peers , customers and line managers .
Sexual orientation , religious beliefs and any other `` non-vital '' details , including photographs , should be left out to avoid any unconscious biases the recruitment panel may harbour .
The stock phrases , `` I 'm a good team player '' and , `` I enjoy spending time with my family and friends '' are also noticeably absent .
Chowdhry , the author of new personal development book Get SAVVI , said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lies in its ability to connect with and impress decision makers of all personality types through the use of considered language , layout and presentation .
`` The best CVs , therefore , are 'personality-proof ' , in that they appeal equally to each person involved in the recruitment process . ''
Here are Rita 's top tips for what makes the world 's best CV : • Do not include a photo or date of birth • Keep it short .
It should only be one page in length , or a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a senior position • To impress 'D ' personalities ( typically MDs and CEOs ) , and ' C 's , such as CFOs , use clear headings and bulleted sections , written in a simple , consistent font such as Arial or Times New Roman 11 or 12 .
This makes it easy to comprehend for 'D 's , who tend to skim read , while also including the structure and consistency that ' C 's look for • Keep sentences short and concise , and give proof supporting your career achievements @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' I ' types who want facts and statistics , and 'S ' and ' C 's who are put off by excessive self-promotion • Impress recruiters by referring to their company 's values in at least one of your career achievements • Give at least one example of how you are motivated , and how you have and will motivate others • Mention two activities that demonstrate your personal values .
This could be charity work ( fundraising by running a marathon , for instance ) • Use positive language throughout that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is the author of new personal development book Get SAVVI

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Recruitment expert Rita Chowdhry has spent five years crafting the perfect CV - and she reveals the common mistakes we make
'World's best CV' unveiled - and it promises to land you a six-figure role
The 'world's best CV' has been unveiled by a recruitment expert who promises it will land you a six-figure role.
Rita Chowdhry has spent five years creating it after going through hundreds of job applications.
The single-sided, 450-word document combines the most effective elements of more than 1,500 professional CVs, with the "perfect" content to catch an employer's eye.
It reveals the key words and phrases, core skills and numerical data that potential recruiters "crave" but rarely see in standard CVs.
It is designed for senior management positions in retail, finance and healthcare, where average starting salaries range from between £50,000 and £100,000.
But it can be used to apply for any job in almost any sector by making just a few small tweaks.
Rita, the founder of award-winning London-based career consultancy Savran, said the template will work for anyone looking to land a dream job or promotion in 2020.
She said: "Writing a good CV is notoriously difficult, with hundreds of experts each suggesting conflicting ways to go about it.
"This template is by no means perfect - no CV ever can be.
"But it encompasses the very best bits from more than 1,500 examples and includes what all employers everywhere crave: cold, hard facts and figures."
More than half of Brits are considering finding a new job in 2020 - up eight per cent from last year, research shows.
The number of people feeling unhappy in their jobs is also on the rise, increasing by 10 per cent year on year.
But standing out in a fiercely competitive crowd can be difficult - studies suggest that the average candidate's CV has just seven seconds to make an impression before it is binned.
Rita's template incorporates the common "best bits" from 1,510 CVs that were used successfully for interviews.
It also draws on the views of HR departments, CEOs, managing directors and business owners from the UK who offered their feedback.
The resulting template features easy-to-digest information that can be skim-read within just a few seconds.
This includes a short introduction, simple contact details, and bulleted core skills, interests and qualifications.
Crucially, it also takes into account the different personality types of recruiters - essentially making the CV 'personality-proof'.
Rita uses the 'DISC' psychometric category system which identifies the four main personality types.
These are 'Dominant' (active and task focused); 'Influencer' (active and people focused); Steady' (passive and people focused); and 'Compliant' (passive and task focused).
To engage goal-driven 'Ds' and data-focused 'Cs', three-quarters of the CV includes numerical statistics and factual evidence.
Image: SWNS) SWNS)
The remainder is geared towards impressing people-orientated 'Ss' and motivational 'Is', by highlighting working relationships with peers, customers and line managers.
Sexual orientation, religious beliefs and any other "non-vital" details, including photographs, should be left out to avoid any unconscious biases the recruitment panel may harbour.
The stock phrases, "I'm a good team player" and, "I enjoy spending time with my family and friends" are also noticeably absent.
Chowdhry, the author of new personal development book Get SAVVI, said: "The key to an effective CV lies in its ability to connect with and impress decision makers of all personality types through the use of considered language, layout and presentation.
"The best CVs, therefore, are 'personality-proof', in that they appeal equally to each person involved in the recruitment process."
Here are Rita's top tips for what makes the world's best CV:
Do not include a photo or date of birth
Keep it short. It should only be one page in length, or a maximum of two if you are in a senior position
To impress 'D' personalities (typically MDs and CEOs), and 'C's, such as CFOs, use clear headings and bulleted sections, written in a simple, consistent font such as Arial or Times New Roman 11 or 12. This makes it easy to comprehend for 'D's, who tend to skim read, while also including the structure and consistency that 'C's look for
Keep sentences short and concise, and give proof supporting your career achievements. This appeals to 'D' and 'I' types who want facts and statistics, and 'S' and 'C's who are put off by excessive self-promotion
List your work history in chronological order
Impress recruiters by referring to their company's values in at least one of your career achievements
Give at least one example of how you are motivated, and how you have and will motivate others
Mention two activities that demonstrate your personal values. This could be charity work (fundraising by running a marathon, for instance)
Use positive language throughout that indicates a 'can-do' attitude
Rita Chowdhry is the author of new personal development book Get SAVVI


thedailymirror--2020-01-14--Tyson Fury is masturbating seven times a day ahead of Deontay Wilder fight

Tyson Fury has admitted to a somewhat unusual addition to his training routine ahead of his huge upcoming fight against Deontay Wilder .
The Gypsy King and The Bronze Bomber will face off for the second time in Las Vegas on February 22 in what is being described as one of the biggest heavyweight fights in the history of the sport .
Fury is already in the USA preparing for the bout , and said he has been having some alone time to help him in his training .
Speaking to the media ahead of the fight he said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ things I did n't before .
I 'm eating five or six meals a day , drinking eight litres of water .
If it 's gon na give me an edge , I 'm willing to try it .
`` I 'm masturbating seven times a day , keep my testosterone pumping . ''
It remains to be seen whether this extra leisure activity will aid Fury in any way , but the 31-year-old added that he was looking for a knockout in the fight after he controversially drew with Wilder on points @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will not get a decision in the US , '' he continued .
`` They had to rob a man who had been out of the ring for three years and they still could n't beat him .
I 'm not coming here for a points decision , I 've had too many of them- nine of them .
`` I 'm coming here for a knockout , I 've had 21 of them and from the heart that 's what I 'm looking to do .
This is why I employed Sugar @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a knockout , I would n't have hired a Kronk trainer .
`` If I did n't want a knockout , I 'd have kept Ben Davison and working on that herky-jerky style . ''
Wilder , however , is confident of victory , and said he was ready to 'rip Fury 's head off ' .

The Gypsy King's rematch with The Bronze Bomber will take place on February 22 in Las Vegas and Fury looks to be doing everything he can to gain an advantage
Tyson Fury has admitted to a somewhat unusual addition to his training routine ahead of his huge upcoming fight against Deontay Wilder .
The Gypsy King and The Bronze Bomber will face off for the second time in Las Vegas on February 22 in what is being described as one of the biggest heavyweight fights in the history of the sport.
Fury is already in the USA preparing for the bout, and said he has been having some alone time to help him in his training.
Speaking to the media ahead of the fight he said: "I'm doing a lot of things I didn't before. I'm eating five or six meals a day, drinking eight litres of water. If it's gonna give me an edge, I'm willing to try it.
Image: gypsyking101/Instagram) gypsyking101/Instagram)
"I'm masturbating seven times a day, keep my testosterone pumping."
It remains to be seen whether this extra leisure activity will aid Fury in any way, but the 31-year-old added that he was looking for a knockout in the fight after he controversially drew with Wilder on points in 2018.
"I know I will not get a decision in the US," he continued. "They had to rob a man who had been out of the ring for three years and they still couldn't beat him. I'm not coming here for a points decision, I've had too many of them- nine of them.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
"I'm coming here for a knockout, I've had 21 of them and from the heart that's what I'm looking to do. This is why I employed Sugar Hill. If I didn't want a knockout, I wouldn't have hired a Kronk trainer.
"If I didn't want a knockout, I'd have kept Ben Davison and working on that herky-jerky style."
Wilder, however, is confident of victory, and said he was ready to 'rip Fury's head off' .


thedailymirror--2020-01-14--Thug dragged woman into bushes and raped her while on suspended sentence

A serial sex fiend dragged a woman into bushes and raped her while on a suspended sentence for attacking a gran .
Callum Jamieson , 23 , followed the latest victim for around 15 minutes before grabbing her from behind on a street in Kensington , Liverpool .
He pleaded guilty to the rape today , the Liverpool Echo reports .
Judge Trevor-Jones remanded the pervert into custody ahead of sentencing on February 28 .
Liverpool Crown Court heard Jamieson sexually assaulted another young woman nearly five years ago .
He was jailed for nine months in 2015 for cycling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the ordeal in West Derby , Liverpool .
Although he signed on the Sex Offenders ' Register for 10 years , Jamieson struck again after being released from prison .
He molested two students in Liverpool city centre in late 2015 in the space of 10 days .
The yob was caged again for two years and two months for the `` extremely sinister '' attacks .
But he was back in court on June 18 last year , after inflicting grievous bodily harm to a grandmother in Islington , Whitechapel .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to fall to the pavement .
She suffered a bleed to the brain .
However he was spared jail and handed him 16 months in prison , suspended for 18 months , for the attack .
And it was while subject to that suspended sentence - which he has since admitted breaching - he raped his latest victim .
John Rowan , defending Jamieson , today asked for a psychiatric report for his client , whose from the Everton area of the city .
The judge agreed and also ordered a pre-sentence report @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
If Jamieson is found to be a dangerous offender , as defined in law , he will be made subject to an extended sentence .
He will then serve at least two thirds of the prison sentence - not half - behind bars , before he is eligible for parole .

Callum Jamieson grabbed his latest victim after following her for around 15 minutes through Kensington, Liverpool and now faces another prison term
Thug dragged woman into bushes and raped her while on suspended sentence
A serial sex fiend dragged a woman into bushes and raped her while on a suspended sentence for attacking a gran.
Callum Jamieson, 23, followed the latest victim for around 15 minutes before grabbing her from behind on a street in Kensington, Liverpool.
He pleaded guilty to the rape today, the Liverpool Echo reports.
Judge Trevor-Jones remanded the pervert into custody ahead of sentencing on February 28.
Liverpool Crown Court heard Jamieson sexually assaulted another young woman nearly five years ago.
He was jailed for nine months in 2015 for cycling up to the 21-year-old and subjecting her to the ordeal in West Derby, Liverpool.
Image: Liverpool Echo) Liverpool Echo)
Although he signed on the Sex Offenders' Register for 10 years, Jamieson struck again after being released from prison.
He molested two students in Liverpool city centre in late 2015 in the space of 10 days.
The yob was caged again for two years and two months for the "extremely sinister" attacks.
But he was back in court on June 18 last year, after inflicting grievous bodily harm to a grandmother in Islington, Whitechapel.
Image: Liverpool Echo) Liverpool Echo)
He pushed the woman, causing her to fall to the pavement. She suffered a bleed to the brain.
However he was spared jail and handed him 16 months in prison, suspended for 18 months, for the attack.
And it was while subject to that suspended sentence - which he has since admitted breaching - he raped his latest victim.
John Rowan, defending Jamieson, today asked for a psychiatric report for his client, whose from the Everton area of the city.
The judge agreed and also ordered a pre-sentence report, to consider the issue of dangerousness.
If Jamieson is found to be a dangerous offender, as defined in law, he will be made subject to an extended sentence.
He will then serve at least two thirds of the prison sentence - not half - behind bars, before he is eligible for parole.


thedailymirror--2020-01-14--Ollie Williams breaks silence on real reason he quit Love Island

Love Island contestant Ollie Williams has broken his silence to explain the real reason he left the villa .
Viewers had been calling for Ollie to be booted out by producers amid accusations he 's involved in trophy hunting after shocking pictures surfaced of him posed alongside dead animals .
Despite growing calls for him to leave , in his first statement since leaving the villa , Ollie insisted he had decided to walk due to personal issues .
The aristocrat said he realised he was in love with somebody else and it 'would n't be fair ' to waste @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stay on the ITV2 dating show .
In his first statement since quitting , Ollie said : `` I have to be honest with myself , and everyone , that I do still love someone else… I have to follow my heart in this scenario and it would be wrong for me to ignore these feelings .
`` At the end of the day , this is Love Island and it ’ s about finding love .
If I carried on anything with Paige , or any other girl that might come into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be fair on them . ''
A Love Island spokesperson confirmed it was Ollie 's decision to leave .
Despite series six being only two episodes in , there had been concerns that Ollie would become the most complained about contestant ever .
Just two episodes into the first ever winter edition and close to 500 viewers took to Ofcom to complain to broadcasting watchdog Ofcom about the wealthy landowner 's game hunting past .
People were upset when pictures emerged online of Ollie proudly posing with dead animals , despite him calling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the son and heir of Andrew Williams , Viscount Clifden , the Lord of the Manor of the Lanhydrock Estate , in Cornwall .
But the Viscount recently turned down the chance to defend his son .
When asked if he wanted to say anything in his son 's defence , he told the Daily Star : `` This is Oliver 's journey and we wo n't be commenting . ''
Ollie 's stint in the villa had been short but explosive with the heir set to come between two of the girls @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the first day , he chose to be paired with Lewis Capaldi 's ex Paige , after none of the girls stepped forward for him .
But the Scottish beauty admitted later that day he 'was n't really her type ' and things soured even more with Ollie admitted he 'd cheated on his ex girlfriend eight times .
A preview for tonight 's episode sees Ollie come between Paige and Siannese after admitting he fancies the Bristolian beauty therapist .
It 's thought the episode will be the last time Ollie appears @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leave .
His three day stint in the villa makes Ollie the fastest contestant to quit Love Island since it began in 2015 .
Last year Sherif Lanre agreed to leave after nine days for playfighting with Molly Mae Hague .

The 23-year-old aristocrat has left the show after just three days amid a trophy hunting scandal
Love Island contestant Ollie Williams has broken his silence to explain the real reason he left the villa.
Viewers had been calling for Ollie to be booted out by producers amid accusations he's involved in trophy hunting after shocking pictures surfaced of him posed alongside dead animals.
Despite growing calls for him to leave, in his first statement since leaving the villa, Ollie insisted he had decided to walk due to personal issues.
The aristocrat said he realised he was in love with somebody else and it 'wouldn't be fair' to waste anyone's time if he was to stay on the ITV2 dating show.
Image: ITV) ITV)
In his first statement since quitting, Ollie said: "I have to be honest with myself, and everyone, that I do still love someone else… I have to follow my heart in this scenario and it would be wrong for me to ignore these feelings.
"At the end of the day, this is Love Island and it’s about finding love. If I carried on anything with Paige, or any other girl that might come into the villa, it wouldn’t be fair on them."
A Love Island spokesperson confirmed it was Ollie's decision to leave.
Despite series six being only two episodes in, there had been concerns that Ollie would become the most complained about contestant ever.
Just two episodes into the first ever winter edition and close to 500 viewers took to Ofcom to complain to broadcasting watchdog Ofcom about the wealthy landowner's game hunting past.
People were upset when pictures emerged online of Ollie proudly posing with dead animals, despite him calling himself an animal lover.
Image: ITV) ITV)
Ollie is the son and heir of Andrew Williams, Viscount Clifden, the Lord of the Manor of the Lanhydrock Estate, in Cornwall.
But the Viscount recently turned down the chance to defend his son.
When asked if he wanted to say anything in his son's defence, he told the Daily Star : "This is Oliver's journey and we won't be commenting."
Ollie's stint in the villa had been short but explosive with the heir set to come between two of the girls on Wednesday night's episode.
On the first day, he chose to be paired with Lewis Capaldi's ex Paige, after none of the girls stepped forward for him.
Image: ITV) ITV) Image: ITV) ITV)
But the Scottish beauty admitted later that day he 'wasn't really her type' and things soured even more with Ollie admitted he'd cheated on his ex girlfriend eight times.
A preview for tonight's episode sees Ollie come between Paige and Siannese after admitting he fancies the Bristolian beauty therapist.
It's thought the episode will be the last time Ollie appears on the dating show after deciding to leave.
His three day stint in the villa makes Ollie the fastest contestant to quit Love Island since it began in 2015.
Last year Sherif Lanre agreed to leave after nine days for playfighting with Molly Mae Hague.


thedailymirror--2020-01-14--Kate Ferdinand had 'love hate relationship' with her body after developing curves early

Kate Ferdinand has opened up on the difficulties she faced when she developed curves at a young age .
The former TOWIE star , who recently married footballer Rio Ferdinand , said she had a `` love hate relationship '' with her body and worried about what other people thought .
Speaking on This Morning , she told host Holly Willoughby : `` I think it controlled me , I got really anxious , I felt overwhelmed and it took over my life .
`` Now I realise my body does n't define me . ''
Known for flaunting her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her Instagram , Kate said it 's down to her genes .
`` I 'm blessed with a small waist , that 's in my genes , '' she said .
`` I do work hard , I 'm proud of my body .
We have a lock on the treat cupboard .
Rio has the key at the moment .
It means more when we have a treat now . ''
Kate , 29 , has recently released a diet and fitness book after she embarked on a healthy new lifestyle .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Happier , Healthier : The Ultimate 4 Week Body Transformation Plan , Kate revealed her secret trick to beat sugar cravings : `` There are often naughty snacks in the house for the kids but I keep them in a high cupboard out of reach of both the kids and me ... '' If I have a sweet craving , I 've got to get out a pair of mini steps and climb up to get them down .
`` As soon as I go to get the steps I think `` Why @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it stops me '' .
When she married Rio , Kate became stepmum to Lorenz , 13 , and Tate , 11 , and Tia , eight , whose mother died in 2015 .
Holly asked Kate if the newlyweds were considering having babies .
Kate replied : 'Were just enjoying being married , but maybe !
In one of their speeches , the kids asked : 'When 's the baby coming ? '
She also opened up about her stunning wedding in Turkey last September .
She said : `` It was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so much .
`` To get to that moment , that 's all we could have dreamed of .
The kids ' speeches… everyone was in tears .
It was such a touching moment . ''

Kate Ferdinand reveals how she overcame the 'anxiety' attached to developing curves at a young age
Kate Ferdinand reveals how she overcame the 'anxiety' attached to developing curves at a young age
Kate Ferdinand has opened up on her relationship with her body, which was strained when she started to develop young
Kate Ferdinand had 'love hate relationship' with her body after developing curves early
Kate Ferdinand has opened up on the difficulties she faced when she developed curves at a young age.
The former TOWIE star, who recently married footballer Rio Ferdinand, said she had a "love hate relationship" with her body and worried about what other people thought.
Speaking on This Morning, she told host Holly Willoughby: "I think it controlled me, I got really anxious, I felt overwhelmed and it took over my life.
"Now I realise my body doesn't define me."
Known for flaunting her incredible figure and impossibly tiny waist on her Instagram , Kate said it's down to her genes.
"I'm blessed with a small waist, that's in my genes," she said.
"I do work hard, I'm proud of my body. We have a lock on the treat cupboard. Rio has the key at the moment. It means more when we have a treat now."
Image: Ken McKay/ITV/REX) Ken McKay/ITV/REX)
Kate, 29, has recently released a diet and fitness book after she embarked on a healthy new lifestyle.
In the book, called Fitter, Happier, Healthier: The Ultimate 4 Week Body Transformation Plan, Kate revealed her secret trick to beat sugar cravings: "There are often naughty snacks in the house for the kids but I keep them in a high cupboard out of reach of both the kids and me...
"If I have a sweet craving, I've got to get out a pair of mini steps and climb up to get them down.
"As soon as I go to get the steps I think "Why am I doing this?" and it stops me".
Image: xkateferdinand/Instagram) xkateferdinand/Instagram)
When she married Rio, Kate became stepmum to Lorenz, 13, and Tate, 11, and Tia, eight, whose mother died in 2015.
Holly asked Kate if the newlyweds were considering having babies.
Kate replied: 'Were just enjoying being married, but maybe! In one of their speeches, the kids asked: 'When's the baby coming?'
Image: kate ferdinand /Instagram) kate ferdinand /Instagram) Image: xkateferdinand/Instagram) xkateferdinand/Instagram)
She also opened up about her stunning wedding in Turkey last September.
She said: "It was so special, we've been through so much.
"To get to that moment, that's all we could have dreamed of. The kids' speeches… everyone was in tears. It was such a touching moment."


thedailymirror--2020-01-14--Liam Hemsworth confirms he's dating Gabriella Brooks with loved-up beach kiss snap

Liam Hemsworth has confirmed he 's dating Gabriella Brooks after being snapped loved-up on a beach in Australia .
The snaps show Brooks and Hemsworth sharing a kiss while laying on towels and getting cozy in the sea .
The Hollywood star relocated back to Australia after his marriage break-up from Miley Cyrus .
Liam Hemsworth cleared up any and all doubt that he is dating Australian model Gabriella Brooks when paparazzi photographed them kissing and being very handsy on the beach in Australia .
They kissed and cuddled in the sand in front of other holiday-goers at a Byron @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as they soaked up the sunshine .
Less than a month ago , Liam introduced the 21-year-old fellow Aussie to his family and friends .
A shyly smiling Gabriella was spotted meeting her new boyfriend ’ s parents , Craig and Leonie , for the first time in mid-December when they met for lunch at a Byron Bay cafe .
“ Liam feels comfortable with Gabriella .
His family approves of her and really likes her , which is very important to him , ” a source previously told Us weekly .
Although @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after being scouted as a 14-year-old , Gabriella has recently balanced her career with studying ancient history and archaeology at the University of Sydney .
The pictures come after Miley Cyrus shared a 10-minute video to Instagram titled Miley Cyrus Decade Video : 10 Years in 10 Minutes , where she chronicled an array of highlights from her life , which include many clips of her ex-husband Liam Hemsworth .
Liam shows up multiple times in the video , and is first seen just seconds in during a clip from 2010 's The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ co-starred in .
The Australian actor is also seen in clips of the pairs intimate wedding , and finally he is mentioned again as Miley shares a picture of a news report about their split .
According to sources , the pair had a prenup that divided their property , and it had previously been decided that Miley would keep all their animals .
In other words , it was n't a hugely complicated split—but that said , TMZ claimed “ the divorce was marked by significant bitterness on both sides , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decided it ’ s better to move on than fight.
” The couple initially broke up on August 10 , 2019 , less than a year after getting married over the 2018 holidays .
Since their split , Miley has been in a number of high-profile relationships including Kaitlynn Carter who she dated right after her split from Hemsworth in the summer .
The 'Wrecking Ball ' singer is currently in a relationship with Cody Simpson , but he did not appear in her tribute to the last decade on Instagram .

The pictures show Brooks and Hemsworth sharing a kiss while laying on towels and getting cozy in the sea
Liam Hemsworth has confirmed he's dating Gabriella Brooks after being snapped loved-up on a beach in Australia.
The snaps show Brooks and Hemsworth sharing a kiss while laying on towels and getting cozy in the sea.
The Hollywood star relocated back to Australia after his marriage break-up from Miley Cyrus.
Liam Hemsworth cleared up any and all doubt that he is dating Australian model Gabriella Brooks when paparazzi photographed them kissing and being very handsy on the beach in Australia.
Image: Barcroft Media via Getty Images) Barcroft Media via Getty Images)
They kissed and cuddled in the sand in front of other holiday-goers at a Byron Bay beach, showing their obvious affection as they soaked up the sunshine.
Less than a month ago, Liam introduced the 21-year-old fellow Aussie to his family and friends.
A shyly smiling Gabriella was spotted meeting her new boyfriend’s parents, Craig and Leonie, for the first time in mid-December when they met for lunch at a Byron Bay cafe.
“Liam feels comfortable with Gabriella. His family approves of her and really likes her, which is very important to him,” a source previously told Us weekly.
Although she’s reportedly modelled for years after being scouted as a 14-year-old, Gabriella has recently balanced her career with studying ancient history and archaeology at the University of Sydney.
The pictures come after Miley Cyrus shared a 10-minute video to Instagram titled Miley Cyrus Decade Video: 10 Years in 10 Minutes , where she chronicled an array of highlights from her life, which include many clips of her ex-husband Liam Hemsworth.
Liam shows up multiple times in the video, and is first seen just seconds in during a clip from 2010's The Last Song , which Liam and Miley co-starred in.
The Australian actor is also seen in clips of the pairs intimate wedding, and finally he is mentioned again as Miley shares a picture of a news report about their split.
According to sources, the pair had a prenup that divided their property, and it had previously been decided that Miley would keep all their animals.
In other words, it wasn't a hugely complicated split—but that said, TMZ claimed “the divorce was marked by significant bitterness on both sides, but that seems to have subsided as they decided it’s better to move on than fight.”
Image: AFP/Getty Images) AFP/Getty Images)
The couple initially broke up on August 10, 2019, less than a year after getting married over the 2018 holidays.
Since their split, Miley has been in a number of high-profile relationships including Kaitlynn Carter who she dated right after her split from Hemsworth in the summer.
The 'Wrecking Ball' singer is currently in a relationship with Cody Simpson, but he did not appear in her tribute to the last decade on Instagram .