thedailymirror--2020-06-05--Why Kardashians date basketball players and the NBA stars they've hooked up with

The Kardashian and Jenner sisters are famously drawn towards basketball players , the odd rapper aside .
They have dated and sometimes married the stars of the NBA and have even had children with them .
What makes basketball players such ideal partners for the Keeping Up With The Kardashians stars is something that the sisters have addressed before .
In fact , Kendall Jenner got particularly NSFW with a reply when challenged about her penchant for turning to the NBA for her future boyfriend .
Khloe Kardashian also spoke out while on the Jimmy Kimmel show , after he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , just after she 'd had daughter True with Cleveland Cavaliers star Tristan Thompson .
Khloe told him : `` You know , I like what I like .
What can I say ? ''
Kimmel pushed further and asked : `` Do you like basketball ? ''
Khloe responded : '' I actually do .
I do n't play basketball .
I just like to observe basketball . ''
`` You like the whole thing , '' Kimmel responded .
`` It 's not just the height thing ? ''
Khloe hit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the whole thing of it all .
But I do agree , I should 've listened to my MJ [ Kardashian 's grandmother ] and I should probably start to date , like , accountants or something like that . ''
It was n't NBA all the way for Kim as she started her notable dates with American Football stars of the NFL .
In 2007 , before the Kardashians were unleashed on our TV screens , Kim was with then-New Orleans Saints running back Reggie Bush .
Busy schedules were to blame @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after allegedly having a brief fling with footballer Cristiano Ronaldo , Kim turned to the NBA to find love .
It was here she found Kris Humphries and one of the more infamous relationships embarked upon by one of the Kardashian sisters .
After just three months of being together , Kim and Kris got hitched in a glamorous wedding .
By the end of the honeymoon , Kim had realised that she had made a bad mistake and much of their 72-day marriage was spent trying to extricate themselves from it , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Kris later described the time as `` brutal '' and an `` embarrassment '' which he said ultimately knocked on to his basketball career , leading him to not achieve what he thought he could .
Kim never went back to the NBA for a lover as she fell into the arms of rapper Kanye West and they have n't looked back since .
Khloe has strong links to the NBA with many of her partners , including her husband coming from basketball .
In 2008 , she dated then Minnesota Timberwolves @ @ @ @ @ @ @ short-lived and after only a month she met a NBA star that would change her life .
Once again , it was n't long into a relationship that wedding bells could be heard and after just four weeks with Lamar Odom , Khloe knew this was the man she wanted to marry .
By 2013 , the relationship had unravelled and Khloe was filing for divorce .
This was abruptly withdrawn though after an incident in a Nevada brothel left Lamar unconscious and Khloe needing to make medical decisions on his behalf .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ but it meant that the divorce was back on and it was duly finalised in 2016 .
The KUWTK star wasted no time in dipping back into the NBA for her next date and James Harden obliged .
They were going strong for a few months until a sudden split amid rumours that Harden had cheated on Khloe .
Her fourth basktetball lover came in the form of Cleveland Cavaliers star Tristian Thompson , who she met in 2016 and was later to fall pregnant with his baby .
In the days as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ accusations that Tristan had cheated on her but whenn their daughter True arrived , Khloe forgave him his indiscretions .
It would once again end on a sour note in 2019 , after Tristan was alleged to have kissed Jordyn Woods at a house party .
This caused huge ructions in the KarJenner clan as Jordyn was Kylie 's BFF at the time and she has not been fully forgiven by the family since , while Tristan continues to co-parent True with Khloe .
When it comes to dating basketball players , Kendall @ @ @ @ @ @ @ linked with a few in a short years of being eligible for finding a lover .
In 2014 , Chandler Parsons of Dallas Mavericks caught her eye but after a couple dinner dates , the pair seemed to go their separate ways .
That was until 2017 , when they had a chance meeting at a Bentley dealership and the pair discovered a passion for each other and Kendall was soon seen court side at his games .
After looking like there could be something , there ended up being nothing and their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ catch fire .
In 2015 , Kendall met Los Angeles Lakers rookie D ’ Angelo Russell but despite media reports that they were getting it on , they always insisted that they were just good friends .
The following year it was another Lakers player , Jordan Clarkson , who was in the dating sights of Kendall and a video of them kissing on New Year 's Eve was soon being shared on social media .
They reportedly 'secretly dated ' but it did n't last until the next New Year celebrations .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kendall speaking out about their relationship in 2017 .
The model told Vogue : “ I ’ m happy .
He ’ s very nice .
I have someone being very nice to me.
” It would seem that nice guys do n't win though and by April 2018 it was all over and they allegedly made sure they avoided each other when they both arrived at Coachella that year .
Next up was Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons .
This one got reasonably serious with Kendall reportedly moving in with him @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a place for them in Los Angeles .
After being pictured together out and about , the relationship seemed to peter out and it all went quiet on the dating front for Kendall .
That was until this year when she was linked with Devin Booker , leading to one fan question her desire for NBA stars .
They wrote on Twitter : `` NBA players passing around Kendall Jenner . ''
This prompted a furious response from the reality star , who clapped back with : `` They act like i ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ i throw this cooch . ''
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Khloe split with Tristan after he allegedly cheated on her with sister's best friend
Khloe split with Tristan after he allegedly cheated on her with sister's best friend
The Kardashian and Jenner sisters have a track record for dipping into the NBA to find their next relationship which has led to Kendall, for one, hitting out at fans
Why Kardashians date basketball players and the NBA stars they've hooked up with
The Kardashian and Jenner sisters are famously drawn towards basketball players, the odd rapper aside.
They have dated and sometimes married the stars of the NBA and have even had children with them.
What makes basketball players such ideal partners for the Keeping Up With The Kardashians stars is something that the sisters have addressed before.
In fact, Kendall Jenner got particularly NSFW with a reply when challenged about her penchant for turning to the NBA for her future boyfriend.
Khloe Kardashian also spoke out while on the Jimmy Kimmel show, after he asked her directly what the appeal was, just after she'd had daughter True with Cleveland Cavaliers star Tristan Thompson.
Image: Supplied by WENN.com) Supplied by WENN.com)
Khloe told him: "You know, I like what I like. What can I say?"
Kimmel pushed further and asked: "Do you like basketball?"
Khloe responded :"I actually do. I don't play basketball. I just like to observe basketball."
"You like the whole thing," Kimmel responded. "It's not just the height thing?"
Khloe hit back: "No, it's the whole thing of it all. But I do agree, I should've listened to my MJ [Kardashian's grandmother] and I should probably start to date, like, accountants or something like that."
Image: FilmMagic) FilmMagic)
Kim Kardashian
It wasn't NBA all the way for Kim as she started her notable dates with American Football stars of the NFL.
In 2007, before the Kardashians were unleashed on our TV screens, Kim was with then-New Orleans Saints running back Reggie Bush.
Busy schedules were to blame for their break up in 2009 and after allegedly having a brief fling with footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, Kim turned to the NBA to find love.
It was here she found Kris Humphries and one of the more infamous relationships embarked upon by one of the Kardashian sisters.
Image: WireImage) WireImage)
After just three months of being together, Kim and Kris got hitched in a glamorous wedding.
By the end of the honeymoon, Kim had realised that she had made a bad mistake and much of their 72-day marriage was spent trying to extricate themselves from it, all in front of the KUWTK cameras.
Kris later described the time as "brutal" and an "embarrassment" which he said ultimately knocked on to his basketball career, leading him to not achieve what he thought he could.
Kim never went back to the NBA for a lover as she fell into the arms of rapper Kanye West and they haven't looked back since.
Khloe Kardashian
Khloe has strong links to the NBA with many of her partners, including her husband coming from basketball.
In 2008, she dated then Minnesota Timberwolves shooting guard Rashad McCants but it was short-lived and after only a month she met a NBA star that would change her life.
Once again, it wasn't long into a relationship that wedding bells could be heard and after just four weeks with Lamar Odom, Khloe knew this was the man she wanted to marry.
Image: FilmMagic) FilmMagic)
By 2013, the relationship had unravelled and Khloe was filing for divorce.
This was abruptly withdrawn though after an incident in a Nevada brothel left Lamar unconscious and Khloe needing to make medical decisions on his behalf.
Lamar fortunately pulled through that unfortunate episode but it meant that the divorce was back on and it was duly finalised in 2016.
The KUWTK star wasted no time in dipping back into the NBA for her next date and James Harden obliged.
They were going strong for a few months until a sudden split amid rumours that Harden had cheated on Khloe.
Her fourth basktetball lover came in the form of Cleveland Cavaliers star Tristian Thompson, who she met in 2016 and was later to fall pregnant with his baby.
Image: Tristan Thompson/Instagram) Tristan Thompson/Instagram)
In the days as she went into labour, there were accusations that Tristan had cheated on her but whenn their daughter True arrived, Khloe forgave him his indiscretions.
It would once again end on a sour note in 2019, after Tristan was alleged to have kissed Jordyn Woods at a house party.
This caused huge ructions in the KarJenner clan as Jordyn was Kylie's BFF at the time and she has not been fully forgiven by the family since, while Tristan continues to co-parent True with Khloe.
Kendall Jenner
When it comes to dating basketball players, Kendall trumps the lot as she has been linked with a few in a short years of being eligible for finding a lover.
In 2014, Chandler Parsons of Dallas Mavericks caught her eye but after a couple dinner dates, the pair seemed to go their separate ways.
Image: Getty Images North America) Getty Images North America)
That was until 2017, when they had a chance meeting at a Bentley dealership and the pair discovered a passion for each other and Kendall was soon seen court side at his games.
After looking like there could be something, there ended up being nothing and their romance fizzled out before it could really catch fire.
In 2015, Kendall met Los Angeles Lakers rookie D’Angelo Russell but despite media reports that they were getting it on, they always insisted that they were just good friends.
The following year it was another Lakers player, Jordan Clarkson, who was in the dating sights of Kendall and a video of them kissing on New Year's Eve was soon being shared on social media.
They reportedly 'secretly dated' but it didn't last until the next New Year celebrations.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Blake Griffin became the first that had Kendall speaking out about their relationship in 2017.
The model told Vogue: “I’m happy. He’s very nice. I have someone being very nice to me.”
It would seem that nice guys don't win though and by April 2018 it was all over and they allegedly made sure they avoided each other when they both arrived at Coachella that year.
Next up was Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons. This one got reasonably serious with Kendall reportedly moving in with him, spending $25,000 a month on a place for them in Los Angeles.
After being pictured together out and about, the relationship seemed to peter out and it all went quiet on the dating front for Kendall.
Image: GC Images) GC Images)
That was until this year when she was linked with Devin Booker, leading to one fan question her desire for NBA stars.
They wrote on Twitter : "NBA players passing around Kendall Jenner."
This prompted a furious response from the reality star, who clapped back with: "They act like i’m not in full control of where i throw this cooch."
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thedailymirror--2020-06-05--Love Island Australia promises "bombshells, bromances and naughty naughty"

There will be no brand new summer season of ITV2 ’ s hit reality show due to the coronavirus crisis , but fans can watch the first series of Love Island Australia .
The news means that fans do not have to wait until 2021 for more bombshells from the villa , with Australian version described as racier and more dramatic than the original .
The promo for the Australian series promises : “ Bring on the Bombshells , the Bromances and a little bit of Naughty Naughty !
“ It ’ s the Love Island you love , just @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on !
” Love Island Australia will be aired every night on ITV2 , in exactly the same way as the UK version is normally shown .
The first episode will be broadcast at 9pm on Monday June 15 .
As with the British version , fans can tune in each night as the Australian islanders couple up , deal with bombshell arrivals and attempt to bag the $ 50,000 prize .
While British fans have watched Caroline Flack and Laura Whitmore present the British version , Love Island Australia ’ s host @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no stranger to reality TV , having found fame in the Australian series Popstars .
Monk , who was 19 at the time , was selected to join the group Bardot , whose debut album and single both topped the Australian charts .
Since the band split in 2002 , she ’ s continued with her solo career and returned to reality TV by being a judge on Australia ’ s Got Talent , winning The Celebrity Apprentice Australia and starring in The Bachelorette Australia .
The UK version of Love Island wouldn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Stirling ’ s sassy commentary .
For the Australian version , Irish presenter Eoghan McDermott is in the booth .
The 37-year-old - who has presented Ireland ’ s version of The Voice and used to front xfm ’ s drivetime show , will be cracking the jokes and telling viewers who is cracking on with who , which islanders are dating and those who are feuding .

Love Island Australia to air this summer here! All the juiciest bits from 2019
Love Island Australia to air this summer here! All the juiciest bits from 2019
Love Island Australia comes to ITV in June as a replacement to the usual show which has been cancelled this summer. Bombshells, bromances and naughty naughty are promised
When does Love Island Australia start? How to watch ITV2's Love Island replacement
Love Island is back! Sort of.
There will be no brand new summer season of ITV2’s hit reality show due to the coronavirus crisis, but fans can watch the first series of Love Island Australia.
The news means that fans do not have to wait until 2021 for more bombshells from the villa, with Australian version described as racier and more dramatic than the original.
The promo for the Australian series promises: “Bring on the Bombshells, the Bromances and a little bit of Naughty Naughty!
“It’s the Love Island you love, just with a different accent. Bring it on!”
When does Love Island Australia start?
Love Island Australia will be aired every night on ITV2, in exactly the same way as the UK version is normally shown.
The first episode will be broadcast at 9pm on Monday June 15.
As with the British version, fans can tune in each night as the Australian islanders couple up, deal with bombshell arrivals and attempt to bag the $50,000 prize.
Love Island Australia presenter
While British fans have watched Caroline Flack and Laura Whitmore present the British version, Love Island Australia’s host is Sophie Monk.
The 40-year-old is no stranger to reality TV, having found fame in the Australian series Popstars.
Monk, who was 19 at the time, was selected to join the group Bardot, whose debut album and single both topped the Australian charts.
Since the band split in 2002, she’s continued with her solo career and returned to reality TV by being a judge on Australia’s Got Talent, winning The Celebrity Apprentice Australia and starring in The Bachelorette Australia.
Love Island Australia narrator
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
The UK version of Love Island wouldn’t be the same without Iain Stirling ’s sassy commentary.
For the Australian version, Irish presenter Eoghan McDermott is in the booth.
The 37-year-old - who has presented Ireland’s version of The Voice and used to front xfm’s drivetime show, will be cracking the jokes and telling viewers who is cracking on with who, which islanders are dating and those who are feuding.


thedailymirror--2020-06-05--ADVERTORIAL: Betfair launches new offer where you can keep on winning free bets

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The highlight of Saturday ’ s card is of course the 2000 Guineas , where all eyes will be on Pinatubo , who is an odds-on chance to take the first Classic of the new flat season .
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Sir Michael Stoute ’ s four-year-old likes the trip and looked a very nice horse when winning at Newbury , beating some subsequent Group winners .

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Betfair launches new 'Free Bet Streak' offer where you can keep on winning free bets
Can you go on a winning streak at Newmarket?
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The highlight of Saturday’s card is of course the 2000 Guineas, where all eyes will be on Pinatubo, who is an odds-on chance to take the first Classic of the new flat season.
Charlie Appelby’s three-year-old is the class act of the race, but don’t rule out Arizona with Ryan Moore on board and Frankie Dettori’s mount, Wichita, who could cause a shock.
The Group 2 Dahlia Stakes at 14:25 is an attractive looking race with the three at the top of the market all having plenty in their favour, but our preference is towards Queen Power.
Sir Michael Stoute’s four-year-old likes the trip and looked a very nice horse when winning at Newbury, beating some subsequent Group winners.


thedailymirror--2020-06-05--Kate Garraway details Derek's latest health battles as he fights off coronavirus

Kate Garraway has listed the full extent of her husband Derek Drapers ' latest health battles after revealing he has now recovered from Covid-19 .
Father-of-two Derek was taken ill with coronavirus back in March and while he is now free from the deadly virus , has been struck by a number of other health complications which have kept him in intensive care .
`` It 's affected him from the top of his head to the tip of his toes , '' Kate revealed on Good Morning Britain .
Speaking in her second interview of the day with The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' wreaked on Derek 's body which had been exposed in full by an MRI scan .
`` The MRI showed that he has damage everywhere , holes in his heart , his liver is impacted , and his pancreas .
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well , he ’ s now very , very diabetic which he wasn ’ t before , '' said Kate .
“ He ’ s been on kidney dialysis because his kidneys stopped functioning .
And his nerves and his neurology have been affected by the virus , but the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they don ’ t yet know .
“ He ’ s still being given breathing support , but the hope is that each day he will need less .
They are watching him constantly , it ’ s like spinning plates .
But whatever happens , we ’ re looking at months and months of rehabilitation.
” She also said Derek has a tracheotomy to help him breathe but his lungs - which have clots - are showing some signs of recovery .
Speaking on Good Morning Britain today , Kate said doctors @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recover .
Kate , 52 , said despite the bleak outlook , she would never give up on her husband and would search forever to find him a cure .
The TV star admitted tearfully that she did have an emotional crash a few weeks ago but she knew she could n't stay like that forever and had to be strong for her children .
`` The problem is I have huge hope and massive positivity and will never give up on that because Derek is the core of our lives , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ uncertainty , '' shesaid .
Speaking about their kids William and Darcey , Kate added `` I just have to think , I need to make them feel safe , they 've lost for the time being - let 's pray - their dad and he 's their world , so they need to see that their mum is OK. '' She said that the family remain hopeful and have even made Derek a welcome home banner .

Doctors tell Kate Garraway it could be a 'decade' till we understand coronavirus
Doctors tell Kate Garraway it could be a 'decade' till we understand coronavirus
Kate Garraway's husband is now free from coronavirus but remains in a critical condition after the virus 'wreaked extraordinary damage to his body that he may not recover from'
Kate Garraway has listed the full extent of her husband Derek Drapers' latest health battles after revealing he has now recovered from Covid-19.
Father-of-two Derek was taken ill with coronavirus back in March and while he is now free from the deadly virus, has been struck by a number of other health complications which have kept him in intensive care.
"It's affected him from the top of his head to the tip of his toes," Kate revealed on Good Morning Britain.
Speaking in her second interview of the day with The Sun, Kate detailed the 'extraordinary damage' wreaked on Derek's body which had been exposed in full by an MRI scan.
Image: ITV) ITV)
"The MRI showed that he has damage everywhere, holes in his heart, his liver is impacted, and his pancreas . . . well, he’s now very, very diabetic which he wasn’t before," said Kate.
“He’s been on kidney dialysis because his kidneys stopped functioning. And his nerves and his neurology have been affected by the virus, but the impact and the damage of that, they don’t yet know.
“He’s still being given breathing support, but the hope is that each day he will need less. They are watching him constantly, it’s like spinning plates. But whatever happens, we’re looking at months and months of rehabilitation.”
Image: Mirrorpix) Mirrorpix)
She also said Derek has a tracheotomy to help him breathe but his lungs - which have clots - are showing some signs of recovery.
Speaking on Good Morning Britain today, Kate said doctors were not certain if Derek would ever recover.
Kate, 52, said despite the bleak outlook, she would never give up on her husband and would search forever to find him a cure.
The TV star admitted tearfully that she did have an emotional crash a few weeks ago but she knew she couldn't stay like that forever and had to be strong for her children.
"The problem is I have huge hope and massive positivity and will never give up on that because Derek is the core of our lives, but at the same time I have absolute uncertainty," shesaid.
Speaking about their kids William and Darcey, Kate added "I just have to think, I need to make them feel safe, they've lost for the time being - let's pray - their dad and he's their world, so they need to see that their mum is OK."
She said that the family remain hopeful and have even made Derek a welcome home banner.


thedailymirror--2020-06-05--Defiant Washington mayor renames White House street 'Black Lives Matter Plaza'

Defiant Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser has renamed a street in front of the White House `` Black Lives Matter Plaza '' .
The politician has had the slogan painted in huge yellow letters on the roadway in rebuke of President Donald Trump 's response to protests over police brutality .
Bowser tweeted footage of the street painting on a section of 16th Street in the US capital with a message to Breonna Taylor , a black woman killed by police in Louisville , Kentucky .
Ms Taylor has inspired nationwide protests along with George Floyd , a black man who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ custody .
`` Breonna Taylor , on your birthday , let us stand with determination , '' Bowser wrote .
`` Determination to make America the land it ought to be . ''
Bowser and Trump are at odds over the president 's use of federal law enforcement agencies and military police to break up a protest on Monday night so he could have a photo op outside a church near the White House .
`` We want troops from out-of-state , out of Washington , D.C. , '' Bowser said at a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a US official said the Pentagon would be sending back the remaining 900 active-duty troops who had been sent to the Washington , D.C. area to potentially respond to civil unrest .
The city also installed a street sign for Black Lives Matter Plaza at the intersection of H and 16th Streets , site of the St. John 's Episcopal Church where Trump , holding a Bible , stood for his Monday night photo op .
Trump used his favorite medium Twitter to deliver a barbed response to Bowser .
He tweeted : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ D.C. , @ MayorBowser , who 's budget is totally out of control and is constantly coming back to us for handouts ' , is now fighting with the National Guard , who saved her from great embarrassment ... over the last number of nights .
If she does n't treat these men and women well , then we 'll bring in a different group of men and women ! ''

Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser renamed 16th street in the US capital 'Black Lives Matter Plaza' in response to Donald Trump's draconian crackdown on protesters after the death of African American George Floyd
Defiant Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser has renamed a street in front of the White House "Black Lives Matter Plaza".
The politician has had the slogan painted in huge yellow letters on the roadway in rebuke of President Donald Trump's response to protests over police brutality.
Bowser tweeted footage of the street painting on a section of 16th Street in the US capital with a message to Breonna Taylor, a black woman killed by police in Louisville, Kentucky.
Ms Taylor has inspired nationwide protests along with George Floyd, a black man who died on May 25 in Minneapolis police custody.
"Breonna Taylor, on your birthday, let us stand with determination," Bowser wrote. "Determination to make America the land it ought to be."
Image: JIM LO SCALZO/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock) JIM LO SCALZO/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock)
Bowser and Trump are at odds over the president's use of federal law enforcement agencies and military police to break up a protest on Monday night so he could have a photo op outside a church near the White House.
"We want troops from out-of-state, out of Washington, D.C.,'' Bowser said at a news conference on Thursday.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images) Image: KHALID NAJI-ALLAH/Executive Office of the Mayor HANDOUT/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock) KHALID NAJI-ALLAH/Executive Office of the Mayor HANDOUT/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock)
Today, a US official said the Pentagon would be sending back the remaining 900 active-duty troops who had been sent to the Washington, D.C. area to potentially respond to civil unrest.
The city also installed a street sign for Black Lives Matter Plaza at the intersection of H and 16th Streets, site of the St. John's Episcopal Church where Trump, holding a Bible, stood for his Monday night photo op.
Trump used his favorite medium Twitter to deliver a barbed response to Bowser.
He tweeted: "The incompetent Mayor of Washington, D.C., @MayorBowser, who's budget is totally out of control and is constantly coming back to us for handouts', is now fighting with the National Guard, who saved her from great embarrassment... over the last number of nights. If she doesn't treat these men and women well, then we'll bring in a different group of men and women!"


thedailymirror--2020-06-05--Vanessa Bryant pays heartfelt tribute to late daughter Gigi on school graduation

Vanessa Bryant has led a touching tribute in the name of her daughter Gianna on what would have marked her 8th grade graduation .
The 38-year-old mum of four suffered inconceivable heartache when her husband Kobe Bryant was killed alongside their daughter Gianna in a helicopter crash on January 26 .
Vanessa has kept the memory of her loved ones alive with a number of touching messages on social media , and stayed strong for her daughters Bianka , Capri and Natalia .
In her latest gut-wrenching post , Vanessa shared an image of her daughter 's honorary graduation certificate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ At the time of her death , Gianna was in the middle of her 8th grade as student at Harbor Day School in California .
The beautiful certificate , that was awarded to Gianna posthumously , has her name embossed in an elegant font surrounded by white petals .
Gianna 's mum was clearly touched by the gesture and spoke of how proud she was of her daughter when she shared the post with her 14.2 million Instagram followers .
`` Congratulations on your 8th grade graduation Gigi .
I love you forever @ @ @ @ @ @ @ proud of you.Mommy # classof2020 , '' Vanessa wrote .
Vanessa has inundated her social media with memories of her daughter following the family 's tragic loss .
Kobe and Gianna were on board a helicopter with seven other people when it crashed in Calabasas , California during foggy conditions .
The group were on their way to the basketballer 's Mamba Sports Academy at the time of the tragic accident .
Since news of their deaths shook the sporting world , Vanessa has marked several other momentous occasions that she would have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ another emotional day in April , Vanessa shared a touching tribute to her late husband on what was meant to mark their 19th anniversary together .
At the beginning of May , Vanessa also pair tribute on what marked Gianna 's 14th birthday with an emotional message .
Alongside a picture of Gigi , Vanessa said that she 'missed her everyday ' and 'wished she could be there with her ' .
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Vanessa Bryant shows daughter Capri taking her first steps four months after Kobe's death
Vanessa Bryant shows daughter Capri taking her first steps four months after Kobe's death
Kobe Bryant's widow shared a touching commemoration for her daughter's school graduation - months after the pair tragically died in a helicopter crash
Vanessa Bryant has led a touching tribute in the name of her daughter Gianna on what would have marked her 8th grade graduation.
The 38-year-old mum of four suffered inconceivable heartache when her husband Kobe Bryant was killed alongside their daughter Gianna in a helicopter crash on January 26.
Vanessa has kept the memory of her loved ones alive with a number of touching messages on social media, and stayed strong for her daughters Bianka, Capri and Natalia.
In her latest gut-wrenching post, Vanessa shared an image of her daughter's honorary graduation certificate that she was awarded from school.
At the time of her death, Gianna was in the middle of her 8th grade as student at Harbor Day School in California.
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The beautiful certificate, that was awarded to Gianna posthumously, has her name embossed in an elegant font surrounded by white petals.
Gianna's mum was clearly touched by the gesture and spoke of how proud she was of her daughter when she shared the post with her 14.2 million Instagram followers.
"Congratulations on your 8th grade graduation Gigi. I love you forever and always. I’m so proud of you.Mommy #classof2020," Vanessa wrote.
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Vanessa has inundated her social media with memories of her daughter following the family's tragic loss.
Kobe and Gianna were on board a helicopter with seven other people when it crashed in Calabasas, California during foggy conditions.
The group were on their way to the basketballer's Mamba Sports Academy at the time of the tragic accident.
Since news of their deaths shook the sporting world, Vanessa has marked several other momentous occasions that she would have celebrated with Gianna and Kobe.
Image: NHLI via Getty Images) NHLI via Getty Images)
On another emotional day in April, Vanessa shared a touching tribute to her late husband on what was meant to mark their 19th anniversary together.
At the beginning of May, Vanessa also pair tribute on what marked Gianna's 14th birthday with an emotional message.
Alongside a picture of Gigi, Vanessa said that she 'missed her everyday' and 'wished she could be there with her'.
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thedailymirror--2020-06-05--Kate Garraway on the 'amazing moment' Derek opened his eyes before her birthday

Television journalist Kate Garraway has opened up about the moment that her ill husband Derek Draper opened his eyes for the first time since being put in an induced coma .
The Good Morning Britain star , 43 , has been left devastated since her husband Derek , 42 , fell in ill with COVID-19 in March .
Doctors later put him in an induced coma in early April but eventually stopped administering drugs in the hope he would regain consciousness .
Just before Kate 's birthday May 4 , Derek opened his eyes for the first time , however @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in his condition since .
Kate revealed to The Sun : `` That was an amazing day .
I thought , 'Here we go , this is it .
The start of his recovery ' .
But then he closed them .
`` Although he still opens them periodically , there ’ s no sense of whether he ’ s actually seeing anything .
`` He ’ s not moving , but they don ’ t yet know why .
It could be muscle weakness . ''
An emotional Kate also detailed the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ care for Derek , as they must remain apart from him for the good of his health .
She explained : `` We FaceTime him every night , whenever the staff are free to do it , and I have seen him open his eyes .
`` We ’ re not allowed to go in because of the infection risk , but I wonder , if I was there in person talking to him , would it make a difference ?
Doctors currently hope that Derek will regain consciousness and until then all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and Billy , ten , is carry on and hope for the best .
Kate appeared on Good Morning Britain on Friday and discussed her current situation with colleague Piers Morgan in a moving interview and credited him for helping her resolve .
She noted : `` Very early on , I spoke to Piers and he said , ‘ Right , come on Garraway , you ’ re a journalist this is the story of your life . '
`` 'Your focus is Derek , you ’ ve got to get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that actually really helped because I thought ‘ I ’ ve got a job ' . ''
Kate concluded : `` Because we ’ re in free- fall .
I 've got a job - my job is to fight for Derek , and keep life safe for Darcey and Billy and that forced me into that breaking news mode . ''
We 're sending all our love to Kate and family at this stressful time .
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Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway has been left devastated as husband Derek Draper has struggled from health complications cause by COVID-19
Kate Garraway on the 'amazing moment' Derek opened his eyes before her birthday
Television journalist Kate Garraway has opened up about the moment that her ill husband Derek Draper opened his eyes for the first time since being put in an induced coma.
The Good Morning Britain star, 43, has been left devastated since her husband Derek, 42, fell in ill with COVID-19 in March.
Doctors later put him in an induced coma in early April but eventually stopped administering drugs in the hope he would regain consciousness.
Just before Kate's birthday May 4, Derek opened his eyes for the first time, however, there has not been any improvement in his condition since.
Kate revealed to The Sun: "That was an amazing day. I thought, 'Here we go, this is it. The start of his recovery'. But then he closed them.
Image: James Gourley/ITV/Shutterstock) James Gourley/ITV/Shutterstock)
"Although he still opens them periodically, there’s no sense of whether he’s actually seeing anything.
"He’s not moving, but they don’t yet know why. It could be muscle weakness."
An emotional Kate also detailed the agonising limitations of how the family can care for Derek, as they must remain apart from him for the good of his health.
Image: ITV) ITV)
She explained: "We FaceTime him every night, whenever the staff are free to do it, and I have seen him open his eyes.
"We’re not allowed to go in because of the infection risk, but I wonder, if I was there in person talking to him, would it make a difference?
"I don’t know and it’s agonising."
Doctors currently hope that Derek will regain consciousness and until then all Kate and their children Darcey, 14, and Billy, ten, is carry on and hope for the best.
Image: ITV) ITV)
Kate appeared on Good Morning Britain on Friday and discussed her current situation with colleague Piers Morgan in a moving interview and credited him for helping her resolve.
She noted: "Very early on, I spoke to Piers and he said, ‘Right, come on Garraway, you’re a journalist this is the story of your life.'
"'Your focus is Derek, you’ve got to get all the information you can.’ And that actually really helped because I thought ‘I’ve got a job'."
Image: ITV) ITV)
Kate concluded: "Because we’re in free- fall. I've got a job - my job is to fight for Derek, and keep life safe for Darcey and Billy and that forced me into that breaking news mode."
We're sending all our love to Kate and family at this stressful time.
Good Morning Britain airs on weekday mornings on ITV.
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thedailymirror--2020-06-05--RB Leipzig boss suggested Timo Werner would have fit in better at Liverpool

RB Leipzig manager Ralf Rangnick admitted Chelsea-bound Timo Werner would have fit in really well at Liverpool .
Rangnick was asked to comment on the Reds ' transfer interest in his side 's star asset when they were strongly linked with a move for him .
Rangnick told BILD : `` The league is less important , but the club , from a purely hypothetical point of view , I would better see him in good hands with a club that is not necessarily defined by ball possession football .
`` Since Timo has made progress under Julian Nagelsmann , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are the quick switching movement and his powerful finish .
`` Therefore , he would rather fit a club like Liverpool , which is similar to our style of play , but I would prefer him to stay here . ''
Liverpool were favourites to land the German , and had until June 15 - the day in which Werner 's £50million release clause expires - to get the deal over the line .
But despite Reds manager Jurgen Klopp being very interested in the forward , Liverpool were forced to abandon the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has seen Liverpool tighten their belts , and £50million was deemed too high a price to complete the deal .
Werner saw a dream move to Bayern Munich break down at the eleventh hour last summer and did n't want lightning to strike twice .
And after meeting with Frank Lampard and Petr Cech , agreed that a move to Chelsea instead of Liverpool - despite his manager 's comments - would be best for his career development .
Werner is set to sign for Chelsea this week in a deal with £54million @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to paper on a four-year deal .
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RB Leipzig boss Ralf Rangnick was asked to comment on Liverpool's transfer interest in Timo Werner when the Reds were strongly linked with a move for the forward
RB Leipzig boss suggested Timo Werner would have fit in better at Liverpool
RB Leipzig manager Ralf Rangnick admitted Chelsea-bound Timo Werner would have fit in really well at Liverpool.
Rangnick was asked to comment on the Reds' transfer interest in his side's star asset when they were strongly linked with a move for him.
Rangnick told BILD: "The league is less important, but the club, from a purely hypothetical point of view, I would better see him in good hands with a club that is not necessarily defined by ball possession football.
"Since Timo has made progress under Julian Nagelsmann, his most important weapons, however, are the quick switching movement and his powerful finish.
"Therefore, he would rather fit a club like Liverpool, which is similar to our style of play, but I would prefer him to stay here."
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Liverpool were favourites to land the German, and had until June 15 - the day in which Werner's £50million release clause expires - to get the deal over the line.
But despite Reds manager Jurgen Klopp being very interested in the forward, Liverpool were forced to abandon the transfer race.
The global coronavirus pandemic has seen Liverpool tighten their belts, and £50million was deemed too high a price to complete the deal.
Werner saw a dream move to Bayern Munich break down at the eleventh hour last summer and didn't want lightning to strike twice.
Image: Bongarts/Getty Images) Bongarts/Getty Images)
And after meeting with Frank Lampard and Petr Cech, agreed that a move to Chelsea instead of Liverpool - despite his manager's comments - would be best for his career development.
Werner is set to sign for Chelsea this week in a deal with £54million. He is expected to put pen to paper on a four-year deal.
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thedailymirror--2020-06-05--Kardashians say Blac Chyna has stooped to new low as she accuses them of racism

Tensions between Blac Chyna and the Kardashian clan show no sign of easing , with the model now accusing the family of racism .
In the latest twist of their legal battle , Chyna 's attorney is claiming her client 's race is the reason that reality show Rob & Chyna never got a second season on E !
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The war between the two parties has been raging since 2017 when Chyna sued the entire Kardashian family claiming they went behind her back to get reality show Rob & Chyna cancelled , which she had starred in alongside former @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a month before Rob and his sister Kylie Jenner accused Chyna of battery , when she allegedly tied to choke him with a phone charger cord .
Addressing the latest accusations of racism in the legal battle , Kardashian-Jenner 's family attorney Marty Singer said Chyna had 'stooped to a new low ' .
Marty Singer told TMZ : `` This is a 2 year old lawsuit in which Chyna has changed her defense more times than we can count .
Sadly , unsurprising to anyone , she has stooped to a new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to leverage the emotions and pain of the moment , insulting the pain and suffering of real victims of racial injustice and systemic racism . ''
He added : `` We take these allegations very seriously and once again , there is no Rob & Chyna show if there is no Rob & Chyna . ''
The first series of Rob & Chyna charted the rollercoaster coupling of Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna .
The show premiered in 2016 but a second seres never made it to air .
In October 2016 it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ separate houses and their daughter Dream was born weeks later in November .
Despite briefly getting back together , Rob and Chyna split for good at the end of the year .
Chyna 's attorney Lynne Ciani has claimed that Chyna was never informed of the allegations of her beating Rob made against her by the Kardashian family and said things would have been handled differently if she was white .
Ciani told Page Six : `` Without Chyna ’ s knowledge , Kris Jenner and three of her daughters ( Kim Kardashian @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were able to convince E !
executives that they needed to convene an emergency meeting to discuss the cancellation of Season 2 of ‘ Rob & Chyna ’ based on the false accusation that Chyna had severely beaten Rob . ''
`` NBCUniversal executives never invited Chyna , the allegedly violent cast member ( and also an Executive Producer of ‘ Rob & Chyna ’ ) , to the emergency meeting . ''

Wendy Williams quizzes Blac Chyna on what REALLY went down with her split from Tyga
Wendy Williams quizzes Blac Chyna on what REALLY went down with her split from Tyga
Blac Chyna's attorney has said the cancelling of Rob & Chyna Series 2 would have been handled differently if she was white
Kardashians say Blac Chyna has 'stooped to new low' as she accuses them of racism
Tensions between Blac Chyna and the Kardashian clan show no sign of easing, with the model now accusing the family of racism.
In the latest twist of their legal battle, Chyna's attorney is claiming her client's race is the reason that reality show Rob & Chyna never got a second season on E!.
The war between the two parties has been raging since 2017 when Chyna sued the entire Kardashian family claiming they went behind her back to get reality show Rob & Chyna cancelled, which she had starred in alongside former fiancé Rob Kardashian.
That lawsuit came a month before Rob and his sister Kylie Jenner accused Chyna of battery, when she allegedly tied to choke him with a phone charger cord.
Addressing the latest accusations of racism in the legal battle, Kardashian-Jenner's family attorney Marty Singer said Chyna had 'stooped to a new low'.
Image: @ParisaMichelle / SplashNews.com) @ParisaMichelle / SplashNews.com)
Marty Singer told TMZ: "This is a 2 year old lawsuit in which Chyna has changed her defense more times than we can count. Sadly, unsurprising to anyone, she has stooped to a new low, changing her defense to try to leverage the emotions and pain of the moment, insulting the pain and suffering of real victims of racial injustice and systemic racism."
He added: "We take these allegations very seriously and once again, there is no Rob & Chyna show if there is no Rob & Chyna."
The first series of Rob & Chyna charted the rollercoaster coupling of Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna. The show premiered in 2016 but a second seres never made it to air.
In October 2016 it was reported the pair had moved into separate houses and their daughter Dream was born weeks later in November. Despite briefly getting back together, Rob and Chyna split for good at the end of the year.
Image: Getty Images for MTV) Getty Images for MTV)
Chyna's attorney Lynne Ciani has claimed that Chyna was never informed of the allegations of her beating Rob made against her by the Kardashian family and said things would have been handled differently if she was white.
Ciani told Page Six : "Without Chyna’s knowledge, Kris Jenner and three of her daughters ( Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian and Kylie Jenner) were able to convince E! executives that they needed to convene an emergency meeting to discuss the cancellation of Season 2 of ‘Rob & Chyna’ based on the false accusation that Chyna had severely beaten Rob."
"NBCUniversal executives never invited Chyna, the allegedly violent cast member (and also an Executive Producer of ‘Rob & Chyna’), to the emergency meeting."


thedailymirror--2020-06-05--Celebrity Gogglebox viewers rage as stars 'break lockdown' in each other's homes

Celebrity Gogglebox viewers were furious watching Friday 's show as they accused the Channel 4 show stars of breaking lockdown rules .
While several of the celebrities , including Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford , and Joe Swash and Stacey Solomon , lived together , others did not , Celebs who appeared on the episode who do not live together included Nick Grimshaw and his niece Liv , Gyles Bandreth and his friend Maureen Lipman , Ashley Roberts and her friend Jamie Theakston , and Bez and Shaun Ryder .
Current lockdown guidance says members of the public should not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it is to briefly use the toilet , which should be cleaned afterwards .
But the celebrities were sitting together watching television , and in some cases even sharing food .
This concerned some viewers , who took to Twitter to ask why this was allowed to go on .
One wrote : `` @ Channel4 allowed celebs to break the lockdown rules to make tonight ’ s @ C4Gogglebox # CelebrityGogglebox `` .
Another questioned : `` How is this not breaking lockdown/social distancing rules ?
?
Does this mean I can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and just upload a live stream ?
# COVIDー19 # CelebrityGogglebox `` .
`` I ’ ve always been a fan of @ C4Gogglebox , but it ’ s disappointing to see that they are still allowing # lockdown rules to be broken .
I get some of them live together , but most of them don ’ t .
# gogglebox # CelebrityGogglebox @ Channel4 # channel4 `` wrote a third .
A fourth asked : `` Please tell me how this filming wasn ’ t against lockdown rules ?
!
# @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Has # CelebrityGogglebox not broken lockdown rules here by letting people inside houses ?
Clearly they don ’ t all live together ?
Where ’ s the fines at ? ''
`` Watching # CelebrityGogglebox so am I right this was filmed in lockdown so have they moved in together or are they allowed in the house with social distance cause I cant have my friends round yet '' .
Others threatened to break the guidance too based on what they were seeing on their screens , as one penned : `` Surely @ @ @ @ @ @ @ live together that @ Channel4 could have filmed without literally rubbing breaking lockdown rules in our faces ?
`` Il go and see my mum shall I ?
Seems acceptable as long as we are sat slightly apart watching tv .
# CelebrityGogglebox `` .
MirrorOnline has reached out to a rep for the show for comment .

Why were celebs allowed to break lockdown to film Gogglebox?
Why were celebs allowed to break lockdown to film Gogglebox?
Celebrity Gogglebox viewers questioned why celebrities who did not live together were allowed to watch TV in each other's homes for the show
Celebrity Gogglebox viewers rage as stars 'break lockdown' in each other's homes
Celebrity Gogglebox viewers were furious watching Friday's show as they accused the Channel 4 show stars of breaking lockdown rules.
While several of the celebrities, including Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford, and Joe Swash and Stacey Solomon, lived together, others did not,
Celebs who appeared on the episode who do not live together included Nick Grimshaw and his niece Liv, Gyles Bandreth and his friend Maureen Lipman, Ashley Roberts and her friend Jamie Theakston, and Bez and Shaun Ryder.
Current lockdown guidance says members of the public should not be in each other's homes unless it is to briefly use the toilet, which should be cleaned afterwards.
Image: Channel 4) Channel 4)
But the celebrities were sitting together watching television, and in some cases even sharing food.
This concerned some viewers, who took to Twitter to ask why this was allowed to go on.
One wrote: " @Channel4 allowed celebs to break the lockdown rules to make tonight’s @C4Gogglebox #CelebrityGogglebox ".
Image: Channel 4) Channel 4)
Another questioned: "How is this not breaking lockdown/social distancing rules?? Does this mean I can visit my best mate @TweetPetrol, and just upload a live stream? #COVIDー19 #CelebrityGogglebox ".
"I’ve always been a fan of @C4Gogglebox, but it’s disappointing to see that they are still allowing #lockdown rules to be broken. I get some of them live together, but most of them don’t. #gogglebox #CelebrityGogglebox @Channel4 #channel4 " wrote a third.
A fourth asked: "Please tell me how this filming wasn’t against lockdown rules?! #CelebrityGogglebox ".
Image: Channel 4) Channel 4)
Others wondered: "Has #CelebrityGogglebox not broken lockdown rules here by letting people inside houses? Clearly they don’t all live together? Where’s the fines at?"
"Watching #CelebrityGogglebox so am I right this was filmed in lockdown so have they moved in together or are they allowed in the house with social distance cause I cant have my friends round yet".
Others threatened to break the guidance too based on what they were seeing on their screens, as one penned: "Surely there are enough celebrity couples who do live together that @Channel4 could have filmed without literally rubbing breaking lockdown rules in our faces?
"Il go and see my mum shall I? Seems acceptable as long as we are sat slightly apart watching tv. #CelebrityGogglebox ".
MirrorOnline has reached out to a rep for the show for comment.


thedailymirror--2020-06-05--Michael Jordan donates $100m in racial equality fight after George Floyd death

Michael Jordan and his company have pledged to donate $ 100million ( £79million ) over the next 10 years to organisations engaged in the fight for racial equality and social justice .
The announcement comes after several days of protests in the United States and further afield following the death of George Floyd in Minnesota last week .
In a statement , the Jordan Brand said : `` Black lives matter .
This is n't a controversial statement .
Until the ingrained racism that allows our country 's institutions to fail is completely eradicated , we will remain committed to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people .
`` Today , we are announcing that Michael Jordan and the Jordan Brand will be donating 100 million over the next 10 years to organisations dedicated to ensuring racial equality , social justice and greater access to education . ''
Jordan , a six-time NBA champion who led the Chicago Bulls ' dynasty in the 1990s , is a Basketball Hall of Famer who owns the Charlotte Hornets .
His statement added : `` The Jordan Brand is us , the black community .
Jordan Brand is more than one man @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` We represent a proud family that has overcome obstacles , fought against discrimination in communities worldwide and that works every day to erase the stain of racism and the damage of injustice .
`` The will , the work , the excellence the world has come to know is the result of one generation after another , pouring their dreams into the next .
`` It 's 2020 , and our family now includes anyone who aspires to our way of life .
Yet as much as things have changed , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The 57-year-old Jordan , a six-time NBA champion with the Chicago Bulls , has been back in the headlines in recent weeks following the hugely popular documentary series 'The Last Dance ' about his final championship season .
Earlier this week , Jordan voiced outrage over the Floyd incident , saying he was `` truly pained and plain angry '' and that he stood with those `` calling out the ingrained racism and violence toward people of color in our country . ''

The announcement comes after several days of protests in the United States and further afield following the death of George Floyd in Minnesota last week
Michael Jordan and his company have pledged to donate $100million (£79million) over the next 10 years to organisations engaged in the fight for racial equality and social justice.
The announcement comes after several days of protests in the United States and further afield following the death of George Floyd in Minnesota last week.
In a statement, the Jordan Brand said: "Black lives matter. This isn't a controversial statement. Until the ingrained racism that allows our country's institutions to fail is completely eradicated, we will remain committed to protecting and improving the lives of Black people.
"Today, we are announcing that Michael Jordan and the Jordan Brand will be donating 100 million over the next 10 years to organisations dedicated to ensuring racial equality, social justice and greater access to education."
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Jordan, a six-time NBA champion who led the Chicago Bulls' dynasty in the 1990s, is a Basketball Hall of Famer who owns the Charlotte Hornets.
His statement added: "The Jordan Brand is us, the black community. Jordan Brand is more than one man. It has always been a family.
"We represent a proud family that has overcome obstacles, fought against discrimination in communities worldwide and that works every day to erase the stain of racism and the damage of injustice.
"The will, the work, the excellence the world has come to know is the result of one generation after another, pouring their dreams into the next.
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"It's 2020, and our family now includes anyone who aspires to our way of life. Yet as much as things have changed, the worst remains the same."
The 57-year-old Jordan, a six-time NBA champion with the Chicago Bulls, has been back in the headlines in recent weeks following the hugely popular documentary series 'The Last Dance' about his final championship season.
Earlier this week, Jordan voiced outrage over the Floyd incident, saying he was "truly pained and plain angry" and that he stood with those "calling out the ingrained racism and violence toward people of color in our country."


thedailymirror--2020-06-06--Scientist warns Black Lives Matter protesters to social distance and cover faces

People planning to attend Blacks Lives Matter protests across the UK this weekend are being warned to wear face masks and observe social distancing rules .
Infectious diseases expert Professor John Edmunds gave advice ahead of planned demonstrations following the death of George Floyd , who was killed by a white police officer in the US .
Professor Edmunds , who attends meetings of the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies ( Sage ) supporting the Government , issued the warning comes after the UK 's coronavirus death rate reached 40,000 yesterday .
He told Today : `` I can understand @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the other hand I think people need to be careful - very careful . ''
`` If you think about it , overall the infection rate in the community is about 1 in 600 , 1 in 700 maybe , so in large groups of individuals you would expect there to be some individuals in a large group who would be infectious . ''
He said people can transmit coronavirus before displaying symptoms , and added : `` Mask wearing would reduce the risk to some extent from individuals who may be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ London later this afternoon .
`` We really need to get on top of these hospital outbreaks and epidemics , '' he said .
Priti Patel urged Black Live Matters protesters not to attend mass demonstrations this weekend at all due to the coronavirus threat .
The Home Secretary said people should not gather in groups larger than six - which is within the current guidelines - because Covid-19 `` remains a real threat . ''
She wrote on Twitter : `` Please for the safety of all of us , do not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of more than six people this weekend .
`` As Matt Hancock said , coronavirus remains a real threat and people must protect themselves and their families from this horrific disease . ''
Matt Hancock spoke about the heavily-attended protests at the No 10 briefing on Friday as he warned people coronavirus remains ' a real threat ' .
He said : `` Like so many I am appalled by the death of George Floyd and I understand why people are deeply upset but we are still facing a health crisis and coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reason that it is vital that people stick to the rules this weekend is to protect themselves and their family from this horrific disease .
`` So please for the safety of your loved ones do not attend large gatherings including demonstrations of more than six people . ''
His plea came hours after demonstrators got down on one knee for an anti-racism protest in London 's Trafalgar Square .
The crowd took part in the tribute to Mr Floyd and observed social distancing rules by kneeling two metres apart in the shadow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ held by a black woman read : `` I am human that is enough . ''
Other banners held by the protesters , who came from different races , also said `` white people must do more '' , `` colour is not a crime '' and `` no justice no peace prosecute the police '' .
Police in Northern Ireland have announced they are conducting checks on roads and at transport hubs ahead of planned anti-racism protests in the country .
They said anyone travelling to take part in a demonstration can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ return home and could face a fine or court appearance .
Assistant Chief Constable Alan Todd issued a strong appeal to the public not to take part in protests this weekend .
Mr Todd said any gathering of more than six people is against coronavirus regulations , as is travelling for a protest .
The Assistant Chief Constable also warned that if advice not to assemble is ignored , police may move to enforcement .
Mr Floyd , a black man who died after a white officer held him down by pressing a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ May 25 .
Video footage shows the 46-year-old gasping that he can not breathe during the arrest by four officers .
Derek Chauvin has now been charged with second degree murder after initially being accused of a lesser third degree charge .
His three colleagues Thomas Lane , J. Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao are charged with aiding and abetting second-degree murder .

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Wear face masks, says WHO in change of stance
Wear face masks, says WHO in change of stance
Professor John Edmunds gave advice ahead of planned demonstrations following the death of George Floyd, who was killed by a white police officer in the US
People planning to attend Blacks Lives Matter protests across the UK this weekend are being warned to wear face masks and observe social distancing rules.
Infectious diseases expert Professor John Edmunds gave advice ahead of planned demonstrations following the death of George Floyd, who was killed by a white police officer in the US.
Professor Edmunds, who attends meetings of the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (Sage) supporting the Government, issued the warning comes after the UK's coronavirus death rate reached 40,000 yesterday.
He told Today: "I can understand why people would want to protest but on the other hand I think people need to be careful - very careful."
"If you think about it, overall the infection rate in the community is about 1 in 600, 1 in 700 maybe, so in large groups of individuals you would expect there to be some individuals in a large group who would be infectious."
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
He said people can transmit coronavirus before displaying symptoms, and added: "Mask wearing would reduce the risk to some extent from individuals who may be infectious."
Protests are expected in London later this afternoon.
"We really need to get on top of these hospital outbreaks and epidemics," he said.
Priti Patel urged Black Live Matters protesters not to attend mass demonstrations this weekend at all due to the coronavirus threat.
The Home Secretary said people should not gather in groups larger than six - which is within the current guidelines - because Covid-19 "remains a real threat."
She wrote on Twitter : "Please for the safety of all of us, do not attend large gatherings - including protests - of more than six people this weekend.
"As Matt Hancock said, coronavirus remains a real threat and people must protect themselves and their families from this horrific disease."
Matt Hancock spoke about the heavily-attended protests at the No 10 briefing on Friday as he warned people coronavirus remains 'a real threat'.
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He said: "Like so many I am appalled by the death of George Floyd and I understand why people are deeply upset but we are still facing a health crisis and coronavirus remains a real threat.
"The reason that it is vital that people stick to the rules this weekend is to protect themselves and their family from this horrific disease.
"So please for the safety of your loved ones do not attend large gatherings including demonstrations of more than six people."
His plea came hours after demonstrators got down on one knee for an anti-racism protest in London's Trafalgar Square.
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The crowd took part in the tribute to Mr Floyd and observed social distancing rules by kneeling two metres apart in the shadow of Nelson's Column.
One placard held by a black woman read: "I am human that is enough."
Other banners held by the protesters, who came from different races, also said "white people must do more", "colour is not a crime" and "no justice no peace prosecute the police".
Police in Northern Ireland have announced they are conducting checks on roads and at transport hubs ahead of planned anti-racism protests in the country.
They said anyone travelling to take part in a demonstration can expect to be stopped, advised to return home and could face a fine or court appearance.
Assistant Chief Constable Alan Todd issued a strong appeal to the public not to take part in protests this weekend.
Mr Todd said any gathering of more than six people is against coronavirus regulations, as is travelling for a protest.
The Assistant Chief Constable also warned that if advice not to assemble is ignored, police may move to enforcement.
Mr Floyd, a black man who died after a white officer held him down by pressing a knee into his neck in Minneapolis on May 25.
Coronavirus death tolls explained Deaths in UK hospitals so far: 34,119 (This total is based on individual figures announced daily by each UK nation) Deaths across all settings: 41,403 (This is the UK Government's official toll which counts all people who have had a positive test result confirmed by a Public Health or NHS lab in the UK) Deaths registered so far: 51,935 (This is the number of registered deaths in England and Wales where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate, including suspected cases) Deaths in all settings: 57,007 (This is the number of registered deaths in each UK nation where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate, including suspected cases, plus more recent hospital deaths) Excess deaths since January 1: 52,737 (The number of deaths in the UK above the average amount, but not necessarily caused by Covid-19) Sources: coronavirus.data.gov.uk and ONS
Video footage shows the 46-year-old gasping that he cannot breathe during the arrest by four officers.
Derek Chauvin has now been charged with second degree murder after initially being accused of a lesser third degree charge.
His three colleagues Thomas Lane, J. Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao are charged with aiding and abetting second-degree murder.


thedailymirror--2020-06-06--Ex-Liverpool youngster Jordan Rossiter opens up on 'next Steven Gerrard' tag

Ex- Liverpool youngster Jordan Rossiter has opened up on the comparisons labelling him the 'next Steven Gerrard ' when he was breaking through to the first team from the club 's academy .
Born in Liverpool , Rossiter had been on the books of his hometown club from the age of six , and captained their youth sides before making his senior debut as a 17-year-old in 2014 .
Coming through the ranks the midfielder was likened with Reds hero Gerrard by legends such as Jamie Carragher and Robbie Fowler due to his similar background and playing style .
However @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Rodgers , Rossiter went on to make just five appearances for the club , before leaving for Rangers in 2016 .
But reflecting on his time at Anfield to The Athletic , Rossiter insists he felt no added pressure from the high expectations placed on him .
“ No , I never saw it like that , ” he said .
`` For legends of the club to say positive things about me was great to hear .
It showed that they rated me highly but I never felt under any extra pressure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ got carried away by it either .
I was just thinking , ‘ Next Steven Gerrard ?
If I have 10 per cent of the career Steven Gerrard has had then I will have had a great career ’ . ''
Sadly for Rossiter , that fairytale was swiftly ended .
As far as bad luck stories go , the now-23-year-old has had his fair share .
Shortly after breaking into first-team contention with Rodgers , Liverpool then sacked their manager .
Jurgen Klopp replaced the northern Irishman , and was equally willing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chance .
But a hamstring injury sustained on duty with the England youth team kept him out for six weeks at the start of Klopp 's reign , getting him off to the worst possible start .
Under Rodgers , Rossiter had been training with the likes of Gerrard , Philippe Coutinho and the `` phenomenal '' Luis Suarez .
Whilst two of those stars had moved on by the time of Klopp 's arrival , there were still plenty of big-name players Rossiter would have to dislodge to earn a first-team spot @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from the likes of Jordan Henderson and James Milner , and credits academy director Alex Inglethorpe for playing a huge role in his development .
But as his contract at Liverpool came to an end , Rossiter knew his chances of a successful career were better off served elsewhere .
`` You ’ ve got to be honest with yourself , '' he said .
`` I was training under Klopp , but not really making an impact .
`` The reality was that I wasn ’ t going to be good enough @ @ @ @ @ @ @ club like Liverpool .
Look at the names I was up against .
The bar was set so high .
`` We ’ re talking top pros .
There ’ s no point kidding yourself .
They were on a different level .
I knew I needed to drop down a level or two .
I thought I ’ d have a better chance of playing regularly at Rangers . ''
Rossiter has since been joined at Ibrox by Gers boss Gerrard , but has barely featured under him as he has fulfilled @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Town respectively .
His time in Scotland has been hampered by injuries , meaning he has managed just 16 appearances for Rangers in total , and is set to leave the club in the coming months as his contract again comes to an end .
Yet Rossiter has not given up on achieving his dream .
“ There ’ s no reason why I can ’ t get back to the Premier League , '' he added .
`` If managers like Brendan Rodgers and Jurgen Klopp saw something in me , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ need to show it on a regular basis . ''
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LIVERPOOL SQUAD TAKE THE KNEE AS A SHOW OF UNITY AFTER DEATH OF GEORGE FLOYD
LIVERPOOL SQUAD TAKE THE KNEE AS A SHOW OF UNITY AFTER DEATH OF GEORGE FLOYD
Rossiter was handed his Liverpool debut while Gerrard was still at the club but couldn't break into regular first-team contention and eventually left to join Rangers
Ex- Liverpool youngster Jordan Rossiter has opened up on the comparisons labelling him the 'next Steven Gerrard ' when he was breaking through to the first team from the club's academy.
Born in Liverpool, Rossiter had been on the books of his hometown club from the age of six, and captained their youth sides before making his senior debut as a 17-year-old in 2014.
Coming through the ranks the midfielder was likened with Reds hero Gerrard by legends such as Jamie Carragher and Robbie Fowler due to his similar background and playing style.
However after being handed an opportunity under Brendan Rodgers, Rossiter went on to make just five appearances for the club, before leaving for Rangers in 2016.
But reflecting on his time at Anfield to The Athletic, Rossiter insists he felt no added pressure from the high expectations placed on him.
Image: Liverpool Echo) Liverpool Echo)
“No, I never saw it like that,” he said. "For legends of the club to say positive things about me was great to hear. It showed that they rated me highly but I never felt under any extra pressure or anything like.
"I never got carried away by it either. I was just thinking, ‘Next Steven Gerrard? If I have 10 per cent of the career Steven Gerrard has had then I will have had a great career’."
Sadly for Rossiter, that fairytale was swiftly ended.
Image: Liverpool Echo) Liverpool Echo)
As far as bad luck stories go, the now-23-year-old has had his fair share.
Shortly after breaking into first-team contention with Rodgers, Liverpool then sacked their manager.
Jurgen Klopp replaced the northern Irishman, and was equally willing to offer young players like Rossiter a chance.
But a hamstring injury sustained on duty with the England youth team kept him out for six weeks at the start of Klopp's reign, getting him off to the worst possible start.
Image: CameraSport via Getty Images) CameraSport via Getty Images)
Under Rodgers, Rossiter had been training with the likes of Gerrard, Philippe Coutinho and the "phenomenal" Luis Suarez.
Whilst two of those stars had moved on by the time of Klopp's arrival, there were still plenty of big-name players Rossiter would have to dislodge to earn a first-team spot.
He admitted to learning a lot from the likes of Jordan Henderson and James Milner, and credits academy director Alex Inglethorpe for playing a huge role in his development.
But as his contract at Liverpool came to an end, Rossiter knew his chances of a successful career were better off served elsewhere.
"You’ve got to be honest with yourself," he said. "I was training under Klopp, but not really making an impact.
"The reality was that I wasn’t going to be good enough to play every week at a huge club like Liverpool. Look at the names I was up against. The bar was set so high.
"We’re talking top pros. There’s no point kidding yourself. They were on a different level. I knew I needed to drop down a level or two. I thought I’d have a better chance of playing regularly at Rangers."
Rossiter has since been joined at Ibrox by Gers boss Gerrard, but has barely featured under him as he has fulfilled two loan spells at Bury and Fleetwood Town respectively.
His time in Scotland has been hampered by injuries, meaning he has managed just 16 appearances for Rangers in total, and is set to leave the club in the coming months as his contract again comes to an end.
Yet Rossiter has not given up on achieving his dream.
“There’s no reason why I can’t get back to the Premier League," he added. "If managers like Brendan Rodgers and Jurgen Klopp saw something in me, the talent must be there. I just need to show it on a regular basis."
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thedailymirror--2020-06-06--El-Hadji Diouf arrived at ex-Liverpool teammate's flat at 2am 'with 10 women'

Former Liverpool defender Jon Otsemobor has recalled controversial teammate El-Hadji Diouf arriving unannounced at his flat `` with around 10 women '' .
The incident occurred in the early hours of a day the two Reds players were supposed to have training - and Otsemobor admits he felt `` used '' by his older teammate .
Then pair played for Liverpool between 2002 and 2005 , with Otsemobor emerging from the academy while Diouf was bought for £10million from Lens .
The former Senegal forward is considered one of the worst buys in the club 's history , scoring just @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and causing huge controversy on and off the pitch .
And Otsemobor admits he felt `` used '' during an episode when he unwittingly hosted a late-night party for Diouf .
`` When an older pro like that approaches you , you feel obliged , '' Otsemobor told the Liverpool Echo .
`` I was still a young lad and I was just disappointed thinking he took my friendship and used it .
I felt at the time , when I went into the dressing room , you ca n't just use me @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` If he needed a place to stay and all that , fine , but I 'm not hosting parties for all different people who were flying into the country every weekend ! ''
While playing in England , Diouf caused countless controversy with incidents of spitting , drink-driving and alleged racism .
He is considered a villain by Liverpool fans for slamming club legends such as Steven Gerrard and Jamie Carragher after retiring .
And while Otsemobor is not as critical of Diouf as other former Liverpool players , he admits @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He added : `` Other than that though , I know a few other lads in the dressing room did n't like him , but I never had a problem with him .
`` He did , at times , come across arrogant but do n't get me wrong , he was a good footballer .
Nonetheless , Diouf is remembered at Liverpool as a player Carragher named as his worst ever teammate .
Former captain Gerrard echoed these sentiments in his autobiography , My Story , adding : `` I do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about El-Hadji Diouf but it 's worth highlighting his wasted seasons at Liverpool as an example of how it can all go wrong .
`` It seemed to me that Diouf had no real interest in football and that he cared nothing about Liverpool . ''
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Former Liverpool defender Jon Otsemobor recalled El-Hadji Diouf arriving unexpectedly in the early hours on a day they had training - and admits he felt used by his former teammate
El-Hadji Diouf turned up at Liverpool teammate's flat for 2am party 'with 10 women'
Former Liverpool defender Jon Otsemobor recalled controversial Anfield teammate El-Hadji Diouf arriving unannounced at his flat "with around 10 women".
The incident occurred in the early hours of a day the two Reds players were supposed to have training - and Otsemobor admits he felt "used" by his older teammate.
Then pair played for Liverpool between 2002 and 2005, with Otsemobor emerging from the academy while Diouf was bought for £10million from Lens.
The former Senegal forward is considered one of the worst buys in the club's history, scoring just three times in 55 Premier League appearances and causing huge controversy on and off the pitch.
One such episode was when he decided to host an impromptu late-night party at Otsemobor's house, as the latter watched on helplessly.
Image: Press Association) Press Association)
"When an older pro like that approaches you, you feel obliged," Otsemobor told the Liverpool Echo.
"I was still a young lad and I was just disappointed thinking he took my friendship and used it. I felt at the time, when I went into the dressing room, you can't just use me like that, I'm your friend.
"If he needed a place to stay and all that, fine, but I'm not hosting parties for all different people who were flying into the country every weekend!"
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While playing in England, Diouf caused countless controversy with incidents of spitting, drink-driving and alleged racism.
He is considered a villain by Liverpool fans for slamming club legends such as Steven Gerrard and Jamie Carragher after retiring.
And while Otsemobor is not as critical of Diouf as other former Liverpool players, he admits he could "come across arrogant".
He added: "I know a few other lads in the dressing room didn't like him, but I never had a problem with him.
Image: AFP/Getty Images) AFP/Getty Images)
"He did, at times, come across arrogant but don't get me wrong, he was a good footballer."
Nonetheless, Diouf is remembered at Liverpool as a player Carragher named as his worst ever teammate.
Former captain Gerrard echoed these sentiments in his autobiography, My Story, adding: "I don't really want to waste time thinking about El-Hadji Diouf but it's worth highlighting his wasted seasons at Liverpool as an example of how it can all go wrong.
"It seemed to me that Diouf had no real interest in football and that he cared nothing about Liverpool."
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thedailymirror--2020-06-06--Barcelona 'identify three left-backs' to follow Lautaro Martinez swap deal

Barcelona have reportedly identified three primary targets to replace Junior Firpo if he moves to Inter Milan in a part-exchange deal for Lautaro Martinez .
The Spanish giants have been exploring ways to finance a move for Argentina star Martinez amid the financial impact of the coronavirus outbreak .
Instead of meeting the 22-year-old 's £97million release clause , they have bid €70million ( £62million ) plus Junior Firpo - who is valued at €41million ( £37million ) - according to reports from Spain .
If the deal is accepted , Barcelona will need to recruit a new left-back to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , 31 .
And they have already drawn up a list of targets from across Europe to replace Junior .
Paris Saint-Germain 's Juan Bernat , Borussia Dortmund 's Raphael Guerreiro and Ajax 's Nicolas Tagliafico are considered the prime targets , according to Mundo Deportivo .
Lionel Messi would welcome the chance to play with Argentina teammate Tagliafico at club level , while Bernat has only one year remaining on his contract .
The trio are all seasoned performers on the Champions League stage , while Barcelona have also identified two left @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Angelino re-signed for Manchester City last summer but was loaned after six months to RB Leipzig , where he has rekindled his career .
Meanwhile , Estupinan has impressed for Osasuna this season while on loan from Watford .
Despite identifying replacements , Barcelona are loath to lose Junior just one season after signing him from Real Betis .
The 23-year-old has made 17 appearances this season , scoring once , since his £16.2million move last summer .
However , Barca are aware Inter are looking for a left-back - as they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Chelsea 's Emerson Palmieri and Marcos Alonso - and will do what it takes to land Martinez 's signature .
Barcelona return to action next Saturday as they face Real Mallorca in the returning Spanish top-flight .
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The Spanish giants are willing to let Junior Firpo move to Inter as part of the deal for Martinez - and they have already identified replacements for the full-back
Barcelona have reportedly identified three primary targets to replace Junior Firpo if he moves to Inter Milan in a part-exchange deal for Lautaro Martinez.
The Spanish giants have been exploring ways to finance a move for Argentina star Martinez amid the financial impact of the coronavirus outbreak.
Instead of meeting the 22-year-old's £97million release clause, they have bid €70million (£62million) plus Junior Firpo - who is valued at €41million (£37million) - according to reports from Spain.
If the deal is accepted, Barcelona will need to recruit a new left-back to provide cover for Spanish star Jordi Alba, 31.
And they have already drawn up a list of targets from across Europe to replace Junior.
Image: AFP) AFP)
Paris Saint-Germain's Juan Bernat, Borussia Dortmund's Raphael Guerreiro and Ajax's Nicolas Tagliafico are considered the prime targets, according to Mundo Deportivo.
Lionel Messi would welcome the chance to play with Argentina teammate Tagliafico at club level, while Bernat has only one year remaining on his contract.
The trio are all seasoned performers on the Champions League stage, while Barcelona have also identified two left field options in Angelino and Pervis Estupinan.
Image: Action Images via Reuters) Action Images via Reuters)
Angelino re-signed for Manchester City last summer but was loaned after six months to RB Leipzig, where he has rekindled his career.
Meanwhile, Estupinan has impressed for Osasuna this season while on loan from Watford.
Despite identifying replacements, Barcelona are loath to lose Junior just one season after signing him from Real Betis.
The 23-year-old has made 17 appearances this season, scoring once, since his £16.2million move last summer.
However, Barca are aware Inter are looking for a left-back - as they are also linked with a move for Chelsea's Emerson Palmieri and Marcos Alonso - and will do what it takes to land Martinez's signature.
Barcelona return to action next Saturday as they face Real Mallorca in the returning Spanish top-flight.
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thedailymirror--2020-06-06--Wilfried Zaha opens up on Arsenal interest in update on Crystal Palace future

Wilfried Zaha has admitted he could still leave Crystal Palace because he is desperate to win trophies .
Zaha also confessed it was “ amazing ” to have Arsenal trying to buy him last year because he is a lifelong Arsenal fan .
Ivory Coast winger Zaha is a huge favourite at Selhurst Park but he confessed his priority is to lift silverware during his career .
`` I 'm 27 , trophies is what it 's all about , ” said Zaha .
“ If the opportunity to win trophies then 100 per cent .
That 's 100 per @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and what I 'm working towards.
” Arsenal had a bid turned down for Zaha last summer before they moved for Nicolas Pepe and the Palace winger admitted he was flattered when the Gunners tried to sign him .
Zaha , talking on Rio Ferdinand ’ s Locker Room show on You Tube , said : `` It was nice .
Supporting them and having them wanting you at the same time , leaves you thinking : 'this is amazing . '
`` But things never worked out so you just have to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I was thinking this may happen .
But my whole family was watching and it just did n't work out.
” Zaha was born in Ivory Coast , his family moved to London when he was four and he then played for England under-21s and the seniors in a friendly .
But it was a phone call from Chelsea and Ivory Coast legend Didier Drogba that persuaded him to switch allegiances , especially as he did not feel he was getting a fair chance with England .
`` I feel like I was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the first team .
I went through the age groups but then did n't really get a chance , ” said Zaha .
`` Then I spoke to Drogba and he explained to me what it felt like to play for the Ivory Coast .
`` For one thing , it 's Drogba calling you and he 's explaining all these things to me .
When they came to me I turned them down the first time because I wanted to play for England at the time .
`` But they were still @ @ @ @ @ @ @ turned them down before .
At the same time , despite my performances , I still was n't getting picked for England .
`` So it was a straight decision after .
Then Ivory Coast asked me again and it was a straight decision and I 'm glad that I did it .
`` The love the country has shown me .
When we reached the AFCON quarter finals , it was insane and it was as if we had won it .
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Arsenal targeted Zaha last summer and lodged a £40million bid, but soon switched their attentions to Nicolas Pepe as Palace played hardball over their star winger
Wilfried Zaha has admitted he could still leave Crystal Palace because he is desperate to win trophies.
Zaha also confessed it was “amazing” to have Arsenal trying to buy him last year because he is a lifelong Arsenal fan.
Ivory Coast winger Zaha is a huge favourite at Selhurst Park but he confessed his priority is to lift silverware during his career.
"I'm 27, trophies is what it's all about,” said Zaha. “If the opportunity to win trophies then 100 per cent. That's 100 per cent what I want in my career and what I'm working towards.”
Arsenal had a bid turned down for Zaha last summer before they moved for Nicolas Pepe and the Palace winger admitted he was flattered when the Gunners tried to sign him.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Zaha, talking on Rio Ferdinand’s Locker Room show on You Tube, said: "It was nice. Supporting them and having them wanting you at the same time, leaves you thinking: 'this is amazing.'
"But things never worked out so you just have to move on as quick as possible. I was thinking this may happen. But my whole family was watching and it just didn't work out.”
Zaha was born in Ivory Coast, his family moved to London when he was four and he then played for England under-21s and the seniors in a friendly.
But it was a phone call from Chelsea and Ivory Coast legend Didier Drogba that persuaded him to switch allegiances, especially as he did not feel he was getting a fair chance with England.
"I feel like I wasn't given a really fair shot at the first team. I went through the age groups but then didn't really get a chance,” said Zaha.
"Then I spoke to Drogba and he explained to me what it felt like to play for the Ivory Coast.
"For one thing, it's Drogba calling you and he's explaining all these things to me. When they came to me I turned them down the first time because I wanted to play for England at the time.
"But they were still on my case even though I've turned them down before. At the same time, despite my performances, I still wasn't getting picked for England.
"So it was a straight decision after. Then Ivory Coast asked me again and it was a straight decision and I'm glad that I did it.
"The love the country has shown me. When we reached the AFCON quarter finals, it was insane and it was as if we had won it. When you play over there, you are treated like a king.”
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thedailymirror--2020-06-06--UFC 250 UK start time and TV channel for Amanda Nunes vs Felicia Spencer

Amanda Nunes , widely considered the greatest female fighter of all time , defends her featherweight title tonight against Felicia Spencer .
The Brazilian , who also holds the bantamweight title , has notched up an impressive resume with wins over Ronda Rousey , Miesha Tate and Cris Cyborg in recent years .
Indeed , this will be her first fight at featherweight since she KO 'd Cyborg in December 2018 and in Spencer she faces a woman whose only defeat came against the same opponent .
The Canadian has fought just three times in the UFC and comes into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a first-round TKO win over Zarah Fairn Dos Santos earlier this year .
There is also plenty of action before the main event , and we have everything you need to know right here ... What time will the fights start ?
The fights will start at 11pm UK time with the early prelim fights before moving on to the prelims at 1am and the main card at 3am .
What TV channel are they on ?
The early preliminary fights will be shown on Fight Pass from 11pm ( subscription required ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sport 1 at 1am .
The main card will start at 3am with the main event starting at around 5am .
The fights can be streamed on the BT Sport app and website for subscribed customers .
Fans who have not subscribed - and who are EE phone customers - can sign up for free .
Click here to find out more and to sign up .
What are the odds ?
Click here to bet with bet365 What is the full card ?
Amanda Nunes is confident she has developed the perfect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
She said : `` We will win this fight , no doubt in my mind .
I will follow my path making history .
No doubt in my mind , this is going to happen , be ready for it .
`` I have a breakdown on her especially with her fight against Cris , that was a good view from her game .
I know she ’ s going to try to clinch to put me against the cage , but I ’ m ready , I gave a good strategy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be ready for everything she brings .
`` I expect this fight is gon na be a battle .
Felicia is a tough opponent , expect to be very sharp , very smart , and then wait to the best moment to finish this fight . ''

Nunes and Spencer clash for the UFC featherweight world tilte in Las Vegas tonight as the Brazilian looks to hold on to one of her two belts
What UK time is UFC 250? Start time and TV channel for Amanda Nunes vs Felicia Spencer
Amanda Nunes, widely considered the greatest female fighter of all time, defends her featherweight title tonight against Felicia Spencer.
The Brazilian, who also holds the bantamweight title, has notched up an impressive resume with wins over Ronda Rousey, Miesha Tate and Cris Cyborg in recent years.
Indeed, this will be her first fight at featherweight since she KO'd Cyborg in December 2018 and in Spencer she faces a woman whose only defeat came against the same opponent.
The Canadian has fought just three times in the UFC and comes into tonight's fight on the back of a first-round TKO win over Zarah Fairn Dos Santos earlier this year.
There is also plenty of action before the main event, and we have everything you need to know right here...
What time will the fights start?
The fights will start at 11pm UK time with the early prelim fights before moving on to the prelims at 1am and the main card at 3am.
Image: Zuffa LLC via Getty Images) Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)
What TV channel are they on?
The early preliminary fights will be shown on Fight Pass from 11pm (subscription required) before the action switches over to BT Sport 1 at 1am. The main card will start at 3am with the main event starting at around 5am.
Is there a live stream?
The fights can be streamed on the BT Sport app and website for subscribed customers.
Fans who have not subscribed - and who are EE phone customers - can sign up for free.
Click here to find out more and to sign up.
What are the odds?
Amanda Nunes 1/6
Felicia Spencer 9/2
Click here to bet with bet365
What is the full card?
Main card
Amanda Nunes vs Felicia Spencer
Raphael Assuncao vs Cody Garbrandt
Aljamain Sterling vs Cory Sandhagen
Neil Magny vs Anthony Rocco Martin
Eddie Wineland vs Sean O'Malley
Preliminary card
Alex Caceres vs Chase Hooper
Ian Heinisch vs Gerald Meerschaert
Cody Stamann vs Brian Kelleher
Charles Byrd vs Maki Pitolo
Early preliminary card
Jussier Formiga vs Alex Perez
Alonzo Menifield vs Devin Clark
Evan Dunham vs Herbert Burns
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Amanda Nunes is confident she has developed the perfect game plan to see off Felicia Spencer.
She said: "We will win this fight, no doubt in my mind. I will follow my path making history. No doubt in my mind, this is going to happen, be ready for it.
"I have a breakdown on her especially with her fight against Cris, that was a good view from her game. I know she’s going to try to clinch to put me against the cage, but I’m ready, I gave a good strategy for her.
"I'm going to be ready for everything she brings.
"I expect this fight is gonna be a battle. Felicia is a tough opponent, expect to be very sharp, very smart, and then wait to the best moment to finish this fight."