thedailymirror--2020-10-12--Jessica Simpson shows off endless legs in skintight jeans after shedding 7 stone

Jessica Simpson has lost over seven stone since giving birth to her daughter Birdie Mae .
The actress and singer , 40 , continued to flaunt her incredible new frame on her Instagram this week , which sent her fans into a frenzy .
She shared a photo of herself in skinny denim jeans to showcase her slender legs while testing out her son Ace 's bike .
Jessica perched on the bike as she posed to show off her endless legs in the denim , which she paired with five-inch heels .
She teamed the look with a black @ @ @ @ @ @ @ give her outfit an autumnal feel .
The Love Guru star also covered up with shades and large hoop earrings for an extra touch of glamour .
Jessica captioned the photo : `` Trying my hardest to feel peaceful riding my 7yr old sons bike .
You ca n't see them , but you know I 've got 5-inch platforms on to reach the pavement for grounding . ''
However fans were distracted by how good she looks , and quickly rushed to comment on her photo .
Some were eager to know @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , with one asking : `` How did you lose your weight so fast you look amazing . ''
`` How did you lose all the weight ?
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You look great , '' a third begged to know .
While a fourth quipped : `` You look amazing . ''
Jessica has shed the weight since giving birth to her third child .
In the past , the star admitted to piling on the pounds after having her children .
Last year she decided to change her lifestyle and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exercise .
She turned to the help of personal trainer Harley Pasternak , who has helped her to achieve her new shape .
Opening up on her mindful attitude to fitness during an appearance on US series HSN last September , she said : `` It 's been a lot of hard work .
I have to say that I have worked very hard . ''
The star added : `` I do n't like the word 'diet . '
I just ate a bag of Cheetos in the back .
`` I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ eat is important to keep ourselves in check . ''
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Actress Jessica Simpson has shed over seven stone since giving birth to her daughter Birdie Mae - and she looked fantastic as she showed off her body on social media
Jessica Simpson has lost over seven stone since giving birth to her daughter Birdie Mae.
The actress and singer, 40, continued to flaunt her incredible new frame on her Instagram this week, which sent her fans into a frenzy.
She shared a photo of herself in skinny denim jeans to showcase her slender legs while testing out her son Ace's bike.
Jessica perched on the bike as she posed to show off her endless legs in the denim, which she paired with five-inch heels.
She teamed the look with a black jumper and a floppy red hat to give her outfit an autumnal feel.
The Love Guru star also covered up with shades and large hoop earrings for an extra touch of glamour.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Jessica captioned the photo: "Trying my hardest to feel peaceful riding my 7yr old sons bike. You can't see them, but you know I've got 5-inch platforms on to reach the pavement for grounding."
However fans were distracted by how good she looks, and quickly rushed to comment on her photo.
Some were eager to know her secret to the sudden weight loss, with one asking: "How did you lose your weight so fast you look amazing."
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Another gushed: "Love those jeans! Nice butt."
"How did you lose all the weight????? You look great," a third begged to know.
While a fourth quipped: "You look amazing."
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Jessica has shed the weight since giving birth to her third child.
In the past, the star admitted to piling on the pounds after having her children.
Last year she decided to change her lifestyle and get fit through healthy eating and regular exercise.
She turned to the help of personal trainer Harley Pasternak, who has helped her to achieve her new shape.
Image: jessicasimpson/Instagram) jessicasimpson/Instagram)
Opening up on her mindful attitude to fitness during an appearance on US series HSN last September, she said: "It's been a lot of hard work. I have to say that I have worked very hard."
The star added: "I don't like the word 'diet.' I just ate a bag of Cheetos in the back.
"I do think that writing down what we eat is important to keep ourselves in check."
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thedailymirror--2020-10-13--Rochelle Humes says new baby boy Blake has 'settled in so well' in sweet snap

Rochelle Humes has given fans a second peak at her gorgeous new baby boy after being left `` overwhelmed '' by well-wishes .
The TV presenter , 31 , and hubby Marvin Humes announced on Monday that they had become proud parents to a son , who they named Blake Hampton Humes .
Rochelle took to her Instagram Stories on Tuesday to thank fans for their congratulatory messages as she glowed in a gorgeous fresh faced snap with her little boy .
Addressing fans Rochelle thanked her fans and wrote that she was “ overwhelmed by all of your messages @ @ @ @ @ @ @ You 're all so lovely.
” The new mum-of-three shared a snap of adorable baby Blake snoozing in a sleep suit and hat while tucked under a blanket .
`` This little man has settled in so well and is currently the happiest here ... '' she told her two million followers before showing a quick clip of Blake breastfeeding .
“ But so am I so no complaints , ” she quipped .
The happy news was announced by Rochelle 's colleagues Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield on Monday 's This Morning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Rochelle and the baby were doing well and shared a number of sweet snaps of the glowing mum and new tot on screen .
Moments after the special announcement , Rochelle , 31 , took to Instagram to comment on the lovely news and to share that she gave birth last week and revealed the chosen moniker for the new addition .
`` On Friday morning at 8.44am our boy arrived to flip the switch on 2020 ✨I didn ’ t think I ’ d ever fall in love with another man but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and we ’ ve been in a love bubble ever since ... '' Rochelle and Marvin - who already share daughters Valentine and Alaia-Mai - announced their third pregnancy back in April in a wholesome Easter Sunday gesture .
The celebrity power couple revealed that they were already four months gone , and were expecting their precious bundle of joy in October .
Brunette beauty Rochelle wrote : `` There 's a baby bunny in my oven . ''
In her cute Easter snap , she shared a snap of her baby scan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cute blackboard which spelled out the caption : “ We 're EGGSPECTING baby Humes October 2020 . ''

Rochelle took to her Instagram Stories on Tuesday to thank fans for their congratulatory messages as she glowed in a gorgeous fresh faced snap with her son
Rochelle Humes says new baby boy Blake has 'settled in so well' in sweet snap
Rochelle Humes has given fans a second peak at her gorgeous new baby boy after being left "overwhelmed" by well-wishes.
The TV presenter, 31, and hubby Marvin Humes announced on Monday that they had become proud parents to a son, who they named Blake Hampton Humes.
Rochelle took to her Instagram Stories on Tuesday to thank fans for their congratulatory messages as she glowed in a gorgeous fresh faced snap with her little boy.
Addressing fans Rochelle thanked her fans and wrote that she was “overwhelmed by all of your messages”.
She went on: "You're all so lovely.”
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
The new mum-of-three shared a snap of adorable baby Blake snoozing in a sleep suit and hat while tucked under a blanket.
"This little man has settled in so well and is currently the happiest here..." she told her two million followers before showing a quick clip of Blake breastfeeding.
“But so am I so no complaints,” she quipped.
The happy news was announced by Rochelle's colleagues Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield on Monday's This Morning.
The TV favourites told viewers that Rochelle and the baby were doing well and shared a number of sweet snaps of the glowing mum and new tot on screen.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Moments after the special announcement, Rochelle, 31, took to Instagram to comment on the lovely news and to share that she gave birth last week and revealed the chosen moniker for the new addition.
The former singer penned: "Blake Hampton Humes.
"On Friday morning at 8.44am our boy arrived to flip the switch on 2020 ✨I didn’t think I’d ever fall in love with another man but this guy has stolen my whole heart and we’ve been in a love bubble ever since..."
Rochelle and Marvin - who already share daughters Valentine and Alaia-Mai - announced their third pregnancy back in April in a wholesome Easter Sunday gesture.
Image: rochellehumes/Instagram) rochellehumes/Instagram)
The celebrity power couple revealed that they were already four months gone, and were expecting their precious bundle of joy in October.
Brunette beauty Rochelle wrote: "There's a baby bunny in my oven."
In her cute Easter snap, she shared a snap of her baby scan, a pair of booties and a cute blackboard which spelled out the caption: “We're EGGSPECTING baby Humes October 2020."


thedailymirror--2020-10-13--BGT's Nabil Abdulrashid says he's a 'hero' for 'keeping Ofcom workers in a job'

Britain 's Got Talent star Nabil Abdulrashid has dubbed himself as a 'hero ' for keeping Ofcom workers employed , after it was reported his controversial routine has rocked up more than 2000 complaints .
The comedian laughed off the fierce criticism he has faced for his finale routine that saw him address racism in the UK .
Nabil also poked fun at those viewers who had contacted regulators Ofcom about the series so far , saying he was shocked they 'knew how to write . '
Taking to Twitter after his Ofcom figures were revealed , the funnyman said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 've kept workers at Ofcom from being made redundant .
I am a hero and should be appreciated for my contribution to the economy .
This series of BGT has earned the title of most complained about TV series of the decade with viewers voicing their grievances over Amanda Holden 's skin-flashing gowns and Diversity 's Black Lives Matter inspired dance number .
Comic Nabil only added fuel to the fire as he lambasted 'snowflakes ' and joked about former Prime Minister Winston Churchill being black .
Nabil 's provocative routine was dubbed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by some while others declared him the best comedian to appear on the show in years .
But after failing to make even the top three on Saturday night 's BGT final , Nabil has been retweeting endless praise from viewers about his performance .
The reality show star appears to be taking the backlash in his stride by assuring fans he completed what he set out to do which was to prove a point .
Following his defeat he tweeted : `` Thanks for all the support guys .
Did n't get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n't worry.. the marathon continues .
Love you all # teamnabil # nabilarmy I came to make a point and I think I did . ''
The defiant comic has also urged his hater to go face to face with him on camera to thrash out their problems .
`` Wonder if any of my detractors would be willing to debate me politely on public via insta live ... '' tweeted the star .
onfident Nabil also told his online followers that he was never 'meant ' to win the ITV talent contest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in becoming a household name instead .
`` I 'm tweeting this now to tell you , do n't be upset that I did n't win .
I was n't meant to.. please do n't say I was robbed !
It was n't mine to be taken .
The real prize for me is your live and support as well as the experiences gained and doors opened '' Please do n't troll anyone on my behalf and do n't make any bad remarks about the wonderful acts in the top 3 I 'm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in a year when most comics are n't working I 'm now almost a household name .
Alhamdulillah .
`` Lastly.. whatever you do.. do it with all your effort and be yourself !
I would rather fall short of the prize but stay true to me and what I represent than water myself down or change to win .
So my material did it 'cost me ' victory ... '' Tell you what else I am proud of ?
After years of flying under the radar I am now being followed by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ me take up comedy in the first place as well as authors and political activists who have inspired me . ''
Nabil 's routine went down a storm with four judges on the night who cackled throughout his gags and gave him a standing ovation when he finished .
Piers Morgan has also shared his support for Nabil .
The Good Morning Britain host reshared an article about Nabil 's 2,005 Ofcom complaints and sarcastically quipped : `` Racists complain about black muslim comic because he joked about racists complaining about him .
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The comedian was slapped with more than 2000 complaints for his politically charged routine on the ITV talent show's final on Saturday night
Britain's Got Talent star Nabil Abdulrashid has dubbed himself as a 'hero' for keeping Ofcom workers employed, after it was reported his controversial routine has rocked up more than 2000 complaints.
The comedian laughed off the fierce criticism he has faced for his finale routine that saw him address racism in the UK.
Nabil also poked fun at those viewers who had contacted regulators Ofcom about the series so far, saying he was shocked they 'knew how to write.'
Taking to Twitter after his Ofcom figures were revealed, the funnyman said: "I'm just happy I've kept workers at Ofcom from being made redundant. I am a hero and should be appreciated for my contribution to the economy.
"Ofcom you're welcome" he added.
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This series of BGT has earned the title of most complained about TV series of the decade with viewers voicing their grievances over Amanda Holden's skin-flashing gowns and Diversity's Black Lives Matter inspired dance number.
Comic Nabil only added fuel to the fire as he lambasted 'snowflakes' and joked about former Prime Minister Winston Churchill being black.
Nabil's provocative routine was dubbed 'a breath of fresh air' by some while others declared him the best comedian to appear on the show in years.
But after failing to make even the top three on Saturday night's BGT final, Nabil has been retweeting endless praise from viewers about his performance.
The reality show star appears to be taking the backlash in his stride by assuring fans he completed what he set out to do which was to prove a point.
Following his defeat he tweeted: "Thanks for all the support guys. Didn't get the ''W'' today but don't worry.. the marathon continues. Love you all #teamnabil #nabilarmy I came to make a point and I think I did."
The defiant comic has also urged his hater to go face to face with him on camera to thrash out their problems.
"Wonder if any of my detractors would be willing to debate me politely on public via insta live..." tweeted the star.
Image: Dymond/Thames/Syco/REX/Shutterstock) Dymond/Thames/Syco/REX/Shutterstock)
Image: Twitter) Twitter)
onfident Nabil also told his online followers that he was never 'meant' to win the ITV talent contest but was glad that he'd succeeded in becoming a household name instead.
"I'm tweeting this now to tell you, don't be upset that I didn't win. I wasn't meant to.. please don't say I was robbed! It wasn't mine to be taken. The real prize for me is your live and support as well as the experiences gained and doors opened
"Please don't troll anyone on my behalf and don't make any bad remarks about the wonderful acts in the top 3 I'm sure all our paths will cross again.. in a year when most comics aren't working I'm now almost a household name. Alhamdulillah.
Image: Dymond/Thames/Syco/REX/Shutterstock) Dymond/Thames/Syco/REX/Shutterstock) Image: Dymond/Thames/Syco/REX/Shutterstock) Dymond/Thames/Syco/REX/Shutterstock)
"Lastly.. whatever you do.. do it with all your effort and be yourself! I would rather fall short of the prize but stay true to me and what I represent than water myself down or change to win. So my material did it 'cost me' victory...
"Tell you what else I am proud of? After years of flying under the radar I am now being followed by some of the very comedians who made me take up comedy in the first place as well as authors and political activists who have inspired me."
Nabil's routine went down a storm with four judges on the night who cackled throughout his gags and gave him a standing ovation when he finished.
Piers Morgan has also shared his support for Nabil.
The Good Morning Britain host reshared an article about Nabil's 2,005 Ofcom complaints and sarcastically quipped: "Racists complain about black muslim comic because he joked about racists complaining about him."


thedailymirror--2020-10-13--NHS nurse broke her back when drunk driver ploughed into family’s car on holiday

An NHS nurse 's `` body was broken '' after a drunk driver careered headlong into the car she was in .
Lucia Alvarez , 31 , and her partner Bogdan Chiusdea were out on a day trip during a visit to his parents in Romania when a motorist overtook five cars and crashed into their family car .
Lucia , Bogdan and his parents were left with serious injuries with his father having to be airlifted to hospital with internal bleeding .
As well as a broken back , Lucia also broke her collar bone , sternum and several @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on her back and a perforated bowel in two separate operations .
Yet despite being over the alcohol limit necessary for a prison sentence in Romania , and being three times over the British drink drive limit , the driver was not arrested .
More than two years on he is still on the run .
The couple are now taking legal action against the driver ’ s insurance company through London law firm Osbornes Law .
Lucia , who is a theatre nurse at Papworth Hospital in Cambridge , said she will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
She said : “ I was almost killed and I ’ m lucky to be alive .
`` My body was broken in the crash and I still have nightmares about what happened and every time I go in a car it all comes back to me .
`` I will never forget the sound of the crash as it was so loud and like an explosion .
`` My mother-in-law was crying and I was in so much pain .
`` I now have pain all the time and will have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of my life.
” Lucia and Bogdan , who live in Cambridge , were visiting Bogdan ’ s family in Sibiu , central Romania , and were planning to drive across Europe to Spain .
The couple were due to leave for their road trip that day but went to a swimming pool with Bogdan ’ s parents for the morning .
They were on their way back home when the crash happened .
Bogdan , 32 , an HGV driver , said : “ We were driving back when I saw a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was on our side of the road .
`` I pulled as far over as I could and was almost in the ditch at the side of the road , but he crashed straight into us .
`` It felt like he was driving at us on purpose and trying to hit us .
`` I couldn ’ t understand why he would have done this and then the next moment it was like hell on earth . ''
Bogdan said he was `` the luckiest '' as he escaped the crash with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ father was telling us not to move him as he was badly injured , and a helicopter came to airlift him to hospital , '' he continued .
`` My girlfriend and mum were crying and while I was trying to help everybody , I didn ’ t know what to do and felt very powerless .
`` I was very scared that I was going to lose my family .
It was the worst moment of my life.
” Lucia and Bogdan were transferred to Brasov Hospital , before Lucia was moved @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her back .
Bogdan ’ s father had suffered internal bleeding , but medics managed to stop it in time and saved his life .
Bogdan , who has lived in the UK for five years , added : “ The police didn ’ t even tell the driver that he wasn ’ t allowed to leave the hospital .
`` He didn ’ t need to run away from the police , he literally walked away .
`` It makes me really angry as my whole family almost died and he walks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stopping him from doing that again ?
” Lucia is also angry that the driver was able to get away .
She said : “ It ’ s like a bad joke that they just let him go .
We are law abiding citizens who have tried to do the right thing and then somebody came along and broke our lives , yet they walk free.
” Magdalena Knez , a specialist personal injury lawyer from Osbornes Law , said he was now working to `` secure some semblance of justice by taking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ My clients are understandably angry that they have not received any justice for the trauma they have been through at the hands of a drunk driver , '' he said .
`` Their lives have been deeply affected by the incident and will never be the same again . ''

EXCLUSIVE: Lucia Alvarez, a theatre nurse at Papworth Hospital in Cambridge, narrowly avoided death following the crash. Two years on the driver has not faced justice.
NHS nurse broke her back when drunk driver ploughed into family’s car on holiday
An NHS nurse's "body was broken" after a drunk driver careered headlong into the car she was in.
Lucia Alvarez, 31, and her partner Bogdan Chiusdea were out on a day trip during a visit to his parents in Romania when a motorist overtook five cars and crashed into their family car.
Lucia, Bogdan and his parents were left with serious injuries with his father having to be airlifted to hospital with internal bleeding.
As well as a broken back, Lucia also broke her collar bone, sternum and several ribs.
She had to have surgery on her back and a perforated bowel in two separate operations.
Yet despite being over the alcohol limit necessary for a prison sentence in Romania, and being three times over the British drink drive limit, the driver was not arrested.
More than two years on he is still on the run.
The couple are now taking legal action against the driver’s insurance company through London law firm Osbornes Law.
Lucia, who is a theatre nurse at Papworth Hospital in Cambridge, said she will never forget the horror of the crash.
She said: “I was almost killed and I’m lucky to be alive.
"My body was broken in the crash and I still have nightmares about what happened and every time I go in a car it all comes back to me.
"I will never forget the sound of the crash as it was so loud and like an explosion.
"My mother-in-law was crying and I was in so much pain.
"I now have pain all the time and will have to live with this for the rest of my life.”
Lucia and Bogdan, who live in Cambridge, were visiting Bogdan’s family in Sibiu, central Romania, and were planning to drive across Europe to Spain.
The couple were due to leave for their road trip that day but went to a swimming pool with Bogdan’s parents for the morning.
They were on their way back home when the crash happened.
Bogdan, 32, an HGV driver, said: “We were driving back when I saw a car ahead overtaking five others and he was on our side of the road.
"I pulled as far over as I could and was almost in the ditch at the side of the road, but he crashed straight into us.
"It felt like he was driving at us on purpose and trying to hit us.
"I couldn’t understand why he would have done this and then the next moment it was like hell on earth."
Bogdan said he was "the luckiest" as he escaped the crash with only a broken foot.
"My father was telling us not to move him as he was badly injured, and a helicopter came to airlift him to hospital," he continued.
"My girlfriend and mum were crying and while I was trying to help everybody, I didn’t know what to do and felt very powerless.
"I was very scared that I was going to lose my family. It was the worst moment of my life.”
Lucia and Bogdan were transferred to Brasov Hospital, before Lucia was moved on to Clujnapoca Hospital for surgery on her back.
Bogdan’s father had suffered internal bleeding, but medics managed to stop it in time and saved his life.
Bogdan, who has lived in the UK for five years, added: “The police didn’t even tell the driver that he wasn’t allowed to leave the hospital.
"He didn’t need to run away from the police, he literally walked away.
"It makes me really angry as my whole family almost died and he walks away free.
"What’s stopping him from doing that again?”
Lucia is also angry that the driver was able to get away.
She said: “It’s like a bad joke that they just let him go. We are law abiding citizens who have tried to do the right thing and then somebody came along and broke our lives, yet they walk free.”
Magdalena Knez, a specialist personal injury lawyer from Osbornes Law, said he was now working to "secure some semblance of justice by taking legal action in the civil courts”.
“My clients are understandably angry that they have not received any justice for the trauma they have been through at the hands of a drunk driver," he said.
"Their lives have been deeply affected by the incident and will never be the same again."


thedailymirror--2020-10-13--Apple fans spot image of iPhone 12 on official website hours before launch

After months of anticipation , Apple will finally reveal its iPhone 12 series this evening .
The tech giant is hosting an event at 18:00 BST this evening , where it ’ s expected to launch four new iPhones , rumoured to be called the iPhone 12 Mini , the iPhone 12 , the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max .
But just hours before the launch , an eagle-eyed fan has spotted what they believe are blurry images of the iPhone 12 on Apple ’ s official iCloud website .
Four new icons have been added to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ iPhone13,2 , iPhone13,3 , and the iPhone13,4 .
For reference , last year ’ s iPhone 11 was labelled on the iCloud website as ‘ iPhone12,1 ’ .
Twitter user @ AppleSWUpdates said : “ Have you ever noticed those images in the iCloud or the Apple ID website ?
`` Apple has uploaded 4 images for the iPhone13,1 13,2 13,3 and 13,4 .
No ... iPhone uses those identifiers.
” Unfortunately , it remains unclear how @ AppleSWUpdates found the icons , although it ’ s likely they were hidden in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Thankfully , there ’ s not long to find out what Apple has in store for us .
Its ‘ Hi , Speed ’ event will begin at 18:00 tonight , where Apple is likely to treat us to a host of new products .
Mirror Online will be covering tonight ’ s event live , so make sure you check in at 18:00 for all the latest Apple news !

An eagle-eyed Apple fan has spotted what they believe are blurry images of the iPhone 12 on Apple’s official iCloud website, ahead of tonight's launch event
Apple fans spot blurry image of iPhone 12 on official website hours before launch
After months of anticipation, Apple will finally reveal its iPhone 12 series this evening.
The tech giant is hosting an event at 18:00 BST this evening, where it’s expected to launch four new iPhones, rumoured to be called the iPhone 12 Mini, the iPhone 12, the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max.
But just hours before the launch, an eagle-eyed fan has spotted what they believe are blurry images of the iPhone 12 on Apple’s official iCloud website.
Four new icons have been added to the iCloud website, labelled iPhone13,1, iPhone13,2, iPhone13,3, and the iPhone13,4.
For reference, last year’s iPhone 11 was labelled on the iCloud website as ‘iPhone12,1’.
Twitter user @AppleSWUpdates said: “Have you ever noticed those images in the iCloud or the Apple ID website?
"Apple has uploaded 4 images for the iPhone13,1 13,2 13,3 and 13,4. No ... iPhone uses those identifiers.”
Unfortunately, it remains unclear how @AppleSWUpdates found the icons, although it’s likely they were hidden in the code of Apple’s website.
Thankfully, there’s not long to find out what Apple has in store for us.
Its ‘Hi, Speed’ event will begin at 18:00 tonight, where Apple is likely to treat us to a host of new products.
Mirror Online will be covering tonight’s event live, so make sure you check in at 18:00 for all the latest Apple news!


thedailymirror--2020-10-13--Britain’s Got Talent Christmas special halted due to on set coronavirus outbreak

The Britain 's Got Talent Christmas special was shut down this morning after at least three crew members tested positive for Covid-19 .
The production was dramatically halted on the first day of filming for the one-off show , that was meant to air in December .
Staff members were reportedly told not to turn up to work and those that had been in contact with the virus were told to self-isolate .
The BGT bosses have decided to postpone production , however it is unclear when filming may resume on the show .
An insider has told The Sun @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the pandemic .
“ It ’ s the last thing Britain ’ s Got Talent bosses would have wanted on day one of the new production , '' a source told the publication .
Love celebrity gossip ?
Sign up for the Mirror 's daily newsletter for all the juiciest news “ Everything was ready to go so they ’ re gutted it ’ s immediately ground to a halt .
Everyone was told to stay away and those involved now must self-isolate .
“ They can take no chances , particularly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vulnerable.
” A spokesperson for the ITV talent show confirmed to the MirrorOnline that filming has been postponed after the crew members tested postive .
“ As a result of a positive Covid-19 result received yesterday we have implemented our protocols and a number of crew members are self-isolating at home , '' the rep said .
“ As a result , we are unable to continue filming our BGT Christmas Special today and have taken the decision to postpone .
“ The safety of all those involved in the show is our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Covid-19 related procedures to adhere to all Government guidelines.
” The dramatic halt to filming comes just days after this year 's winner was announced as Jon Courtenay .
Should the special go ahead , the Christmas show will welcome a host of former acts to perform in a festive celebration .
This year , the virtual audience was also meant to be made up completely of key workers that could watch the show from their homes and appear via video .
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Bosses were forced to postpone production on the Britain's Got Talent Christmas special after at least three crew members tested positive. Staff were told not to come to work
The Britain's Got Talent Christmas special was shut down this morning after at least three crew members tested positive for Covid-19.
The production was dramatically halted on the first day of filming for the one-off show, that was meant to air in December.
Staff members were reportedly told not to turn up to work and those that had been in contact with the virus were told to self-isolate.
The BGT bosses have decided to postpone production, however it is unclear when filming may resume on the show.
An insider has told The Sun that ITV bosses were taking no chances with the pandemic.
“It’s the last thing Britain’s Got Talent bosses would have wanted on day one of the new production," a source told the publication.
Image: Dymond/Thames/Syco/REX/Shutterstock) Dymond/Thames/Syco/REX/Shutterstock)
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“Everything was ready to go so they’re gutted it’s immediately ground to a halt. Everyone was told to stay away and those involved now must self-isolate.
“They can take no chances, particularly with some of the returning winners potentially vulnerable.”
A spokesperson for the ITV talent show confirmed to the MirrorOnline that filming has been postponed after the crew members tested postive.
“As a result of a positive Covid-19 result received yesterday we have implemented our protocols and a number of crew members are self-isolating at home," the rep said.
“As a result, we are unable to continue filming our BGT Christmas Special today and have taken the decision to postpone.
“The safety of all those involved in the show is our number one priority and we follow extensive Covid-19 related procedures to adhere to all Government guidelines.”
Image: ITV) ITV)
The dramatic halt to filming comes just days after this year's winner was announced as Jon Courtenay.
Should the special go ahead, the Christmas show will welcome a host of former acts to perform in a festive celebration.
This year, the virtual audience was also meant to be made up completely of key workers that could watch the show from their homes and appear via video.
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thedailymirror--2020-10-13--Boy, 16, caught on film headbutting police who stopped him for 'carrying knife'

A teenager was caught on video headbutting a police officer who stopped him for allegedly carrying a knife .
The clip , filmed in York city centre earlier this month , also captured the police officer hitting the youngster across the head in retaliation , before restraining him .
The footage starts as the 16-year-old boy is asking the police officer , who is wearing a mask , why he is coming too close to him .
He can be heard saying `` Trying to threaten me and that .
Step back .
Two metres .
`` I might have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ what I mean .
Get away . ''
He continues to plead with the police officer to stay two metres away , adding `` it 's the law '' as the police officer slowly walks towards him .
The officer can then be heard saying `` you 're acting all irrational '' before reaching for his handcuffs and grabbing the youngster 's wrist .
Other young boys can be seen coming into shot , saying `` he ai n't done anything wrong '' as the young man continues to back away from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ arms away .
Another police officer then comes into shot to help restrain the boy who says `` you think you 're f***ing big do you ? ''
The officers then appear to shove the boy against the wall as others can be heard shouting : `` He 's a kid , he 's a f***ing kid . ''
At this point a third officer comes over to help but the young boy continues `` look at you , I 'll f***ing nut you '' before headbutting the officer in the face and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ officer then blocks the view while trying to get people watching out of the way .
The person filming the clip is heard shouting `` Do n't be panicking , do n't be panicking '' before the clip ends abruptly .
The police officers approached the group of teenage boys who they believed were being drunk and disorderly .
The teenager was arrested on suspicion of assaulting an emergency worker and `` possession of a knife in a public place '' , Examiner Live reported .
But following questioning in custody , he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Another 16-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of assaulting an emergency worker after he allegedly tried to intervene in the first arrest .
He has been released under investigation .
And a 14-year-old boy and a further 16-year-old boy were also arrested in connection with the incident .
Witnesses or anyone with information about the incident are asked to call North Yorkshire Police on 101 , select option 1 , and speak to the Force Control Room .

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The incident unfolded in York city centre when a teenager asked a police officer not to come close to him, warning he may have the coronavirus before headbutting the officer
Boy, 16, caught on camera headbutting police who stopped him for 'carrying knife'
A teenager was caught on video headbutting a police officer who stopped him for allegedly carrying a knife.
The clip, filmed in York city centre earlier this month, also captured the police officer hitting the youngster across the head in retaliation, before restraining him.
The footage starts as the 16-year-old boy is asking the police officer, who is wearing a mask, why he is coming too close to him.
He can be heard saying "Trying to threaten me and that. Step back. Two metres.
"I might have coronavirus and that, do you know what I mean. Get away."
He continues to plead with the police officer to stay two metres away, adding "it's the law" as the police officer slowly walks towards him.
The officer can then be heard saying "you're acting all irrational" before reaching for his handcuffs and grabbing the youngster's wrist.
Other young boys can be seen coming into shot, saying "he ain't done anything wrong" as the young man continues to back away from the police officer, trying to pull his arms away.
Another police officer then comes into shot to help restrain the boy who says "you think you're f***ing big do you?"
The officers then appear to shove the boy against the wall as others can be heard shouting: "He's a kid, he's a f***ing kid."
At this point a third officer comes over to help but the young boy continues "look at you, I'll f***ing nut you" before headbutting the officer in the face and knocking his hat off.
Another police officer then blocks the view while trying to get people watching out of the way.
The person filming the clip is heard shouting "Don't be panicking, don't be panicking" before the clip ends abruptly.
The police officers approached the group of teenage boys who they believed were being drunk and disorderly.
The teenager was arrested on suspicion of assaulting an emergency worker and "possession of a knife in a public place", Examiner Live reported.
But following questioning in custody, he was released under investigation while enquiries continue.
Another 16-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of assaulting an emergency worker after he allegedly tried to intervene in the first arrest.
He has been released under investigation.
And a 14-year-old boy and a further 16-year-old boy were also arrested in connection with the incident.
Witnesses or anyone with information about the incident are asked to call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 1, and speak to the Force Control Room.
Alternatively, phone Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.


thedailymirror--2020-10-13--Woman's 'outrageous' advert selling £80 Asda pizza leaves people in stitches

Enjoying a pizza is one of life 's little luxuries .
From ordering an expensive takeaway to picking one up at the supermarket , or even making your own , the mixture of cheese and tomato always hits the spot .
And when it comes to toppings , there 's so many delicious options .
From the standard pepperoni , to a more controversial ham and pineapple , there 's plenty too choose from .
But one devoted pizza lover seems to have taken it further after she advertised a £3.50 Asda pizza for a whopping £80 , despite it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seller warned that she would n't accept any low offers - even though she admitted she was only selling it because her friend did n't want it .
The listing on Depop , which is typically used for selling clothes , said : `` They said : “ Asda deep pan pizza ( meatballs ) for sale this is the last meatball toppings one they now sold out .
“ So hard to get this , this cost my friend £3.50 , but with this one in particular selling out , I ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £80 .
“ I ’ m selling for a friend so don ’ t complain to me about the price .
“ I think it ’ s reasonable with this kind of pizza being so popular and it being sold out now .
“ She is selling as decided she prefers the Chicago Town pizza she brought from Tesco.
” One woman tweeted her shock about finding the pizza , writing : `` No way have i just found a woman selling a pizza on depop for £80 . ''
Her tweet went @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nearly 16,000 likes .
It 's fair to say that many people were as baffled as her .
One person replied : `` We gon na ignore the expiration date from 5 years ago . ''
Another asked : `` Nobody buys my cheap clothes why would you think someone would want this ?
?
? ''
A third responded : `` This is outrageous ... .but I love it . ''
But some people seemed in favour , commenting : `` £80 for a frozen oven pizza ?
Still cheaper and better @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Another ASDA fan wrote : `` Asda pizzas are god tier pizzas though ngl , '' before adding : `` Give me a pizza the action . ''
For pizza fans looking for a cheaper pizza , the supermarket is selling a Meatball Marinara Stonebaked 14 '' Pizza for £4 .
The description states : `` Loaded with rich tomato sauce , meltingly moreish mozzarella and tender pork and beef meatballs . ''
But for those looking for the original , it appears Depop have removed the listing .

The seller said the meatball pizza from ASDA was the "last one" on sale and defended the sky-high price, despite it only costing her friend £3.50 for the meal
Enjoying a pizza is one of life's little luxuries.
From ordering an expensive takeaway to picking one up at the supermarket, or even making your own, the mixture of cheese and tomato always hits the spot.
And when it comes to toppings, there's so many delicious options.
From the standard pepperoni, to a more controversial ham and pineapple, there's plenty too choose from.
But one devoted pizza lover seems to have taken it further after she advertised a £3.50 Asda pizza for a whopping £80, despite it expiring in 2015.
Image: @rhiannonhehe/Twitter) @rhiannonhehe/Twitter)
And the crafty seller warned that she wouldn't accept any low offers - even though she admitted she was only selling it because her friend didn't want it.
The listing on Depop, which is typically used for selling clothes, said: "They said: “Asda deep pan pizza (meatballs) for sale this is the last meatball toppings one they now sold out.
“So hard to get this, this cost my friend £3.50, but with this one in particular selling out, I’m taking offers for her for around £80.
“I’m selling for a friend so don’t complain to me about the price.
“I think it’s reasonable with this kind of pizza being so popular and it being sold out now.
Image: LightRocket via Getty Images) LightRocket via Getty Images)
“She is selling as decided she prefers the Chicago Town pizza she brought from Tesco.”
One woman tweeted her shock about finding the pizza, writing: "No way have i just found a woman selling a pizza on depop for £80."
Her tweet went viral with more than 1,100 retweets and nearly 16,000 likes.
It's fair to say that many people were as baffled as her.
One person replied: "We gonna ignore the expiration date from 5 years ago."
Another asked: "Nobody buys my cheap clothes why would you think someone would want this???"
A third responded: "This is outrageous....but I love it."
But some people seemed in favour, commenting: "£80 for a frozen oven pizza? Still cheaper and better tasting than Papa John's."
Another ASDA fan wrote: "Asda pizzas are god tier pizzas though ngl," before adding: "Give me a pizza the action."
For pizza fans looking for a cheaper pizza, the supermarket is selling a Meatball Marinara Stonebaked 14" Pizza for £4.
The description states: "Loaded with rich tomato sauce, meltingly moreish mozzarella and tender pork and beef meatballs."
But for those looking for the original, it appears Depop have removed the listing.


thedailymirror--2020-10-13--Primark launch Christmas Disney range and it includes baubles and cosy blankets

As the countdown to Christmas begins , the one thing many of us are most looking forward to about the holiday season is making our homes look super festive .
If you 're wanting to stock up on decorations early , budget store Primark has launched a Disney holiday range - which includes plenty of baubles and other Christmas-themed goodies .
The festive collection was recently spotted in store by a member of the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UKFacebook group .
Similarly to last year , Primark 's Christmas Disney range is inspired by Mickey and Minnie Mouse , with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the iconic characters .
For those who to make their Christmas tree look extra magical this year , the high street giant is offering a huge variety of baubles from as little as £2 .
Other products include stockings , gift tags and Disney Christmas wreaths , all at wonderfully affordable prices .
But that 's not all .
Disney fans can also snap up tea towels featuring Minnie Mouse 's red bow , as well as super-cosy Mickey Mouse blankets - perfect for the chilly season .
Pictures of the Christmas Disney @ @ @ @ @ @ @ likes , along with thousands of comments from shoppers wanting to pick up the must-have items .
One person said : `` I ca n't even , I need all this In my life lol . ''
To find out your nearest Primark and its opening times , use the online store finder tool right here .
Looking for a new winter coat ?
Primark recently unveiled a gorgeous new faux-fur winter coat that looks 'designer ' ' - and shoppers are obsessed .
And Primark fans have been going wild for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ costs only £15 .

Shoppers have been raving about Primark's new Christmas Disney range which is available in stores now
As the countdown to Christmas begins, the one thing many of us are most looking forward to about the holiday season is making our homes look super festive.
If you're wanting to stock up on decorations early, budget store Primark has launched a Disney holiday range - which includes plenty of baubles and other Christmas-themed goodies.
The festive collection was recently spotted in store by a member of the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK Facebook group.
Image: Facebook/Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK) Facebook/Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK)
Similarly to last year, Primark's Christmas Disney range is inspired by Mickey and Minnie Mouse, with decorations and snuggly blankets all adorned with the iconic characters.
For those who to make their Christmas tree look extra magical this year, the high street giant is offering a huge variety of baubles from as little as £2.
Other products include stockings, gift tags and Disney Christmas wreaths, all at wonderfully affordable prices.
Image: Facebook/Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK) Facebook/Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK)
But that's not all. Disney fans can also snap up tea towels featuring Minnie Mouse's red bow, as well as super-cosy Mickey Mouse blankets - perfect for the chilly season.
Pictures of the Christmas Disney range have attracted more than up 5,000 likes, along with thousands of comments from shoppers wanting to pick up the must-have items.
One person said: "I can't even, I need all this In my life lol."
To find out your nearest Primark and its opening times, use the online store finder tool right here.
Looking for a new winter coat? Primark recently unveiled a gorgeous new faux-fur winter coat that looks 'designer' ' - and shoppers are obsessed.
And Primark fans have been going wild for the budget store's stylish cream jumper which costs only £15.


thedailymirror--2020-10-13--Best Prime Day 2020 fashion deals from Puma, Levi’s and Helly Hansen

Now that the darker nights are rolling in , if you haven ’ t already , it ’ s probably about time to pack away your summer clothing and return your autumn clothing items back to your wardrobe .
Now you might be after a new pair of boots ?
Maybe a coat ?
Or perhaps some good , thick jumpers that will fight off the chilly evenings .
Thankfully Amazon ’ s here to help with their annual Prime Day .
The event started today , 13th October 2020 and will end tomorrow , 14th October 2020 so you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the incredible offers whilst they last .
Now if you ’ re not a Prime customer yet , fear not as you can sign up today and still enjoy all the benefits and perks like everyone else - there ’ s even a 30-day trial so if you don ’ t enjoy it , can cancel .
It only costs £7.99 a month and can enjoy next day delivery , video , and music benefits .
Waste no time and sign up right here .
Those looking for a fantastic fashion discount @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Under Armour , Puma , Levi ’ s , Calvin Klein , Helly Hansen and more are all included in the Prime Day sales .
We ’ ve outlined some of the deals you can look forward to and make the most of before it ’ s too late - so what are you waiting for ?
find .
Women 's Chelsea Boots , available in seven different colours - now £30.93 - £50.90 Shop the rest of Amazon ’ s fashion own brand items , here .
Shop the rest of Puma @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the rest of Levi 's sale items , here .
You can also shop all of Amazon Prime Day 's fashion items that are in the sale by clicking here .

If you’re after a few new pieces for your wardrobe, especially during this heatwave - here are the best fashion offers you can get in the Amazon Prime Day sale now
Amazon Prime Day fashion deals 2021: Best offers on Levi’s, Calvin Klein, Puma and more
Amazon Prime Day has officially kicked off, giving bargain-hunters the perfect opportunity to update their wardrobes for less.
The epic 48-hour sale is exclusive to Amazon Prime customers only. If you're not already a Prime member you might want to sign up for a 30-day free trial now to grab yourself some fashion bargains.
For those who want a whole new wardrobe, the massive sale includes summer essentials like swimwear, shoes, beach bags, skirts and dresses.
If you're hoping to bag some branded goods, you can save some pennies on stylish and sport brands including Levi’s, Calvin Klein, Helly Hansen, Puma, Under Armour and more - all featured in the two-day sale.
We've compiled a list below on the best fashion deals right now, and will be updating our pages throughout the day, so keep your eyes peeled.
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Amazon also have a ‘try before you buy’ feature for Prime members called Prime Wardrobe, so customer can shop the latest fashion trends and choose six items to try on at home for seven days. They are easily returnable should they not be suitable. How good is that?
After even more money off? Prime Day makes Prime Wardrobe even better as customers can get £15 off their first ever Prime Wardrobe order when using promo code ' PRIMEW15' if they decide to keep eligible items with a value of £100 or more.
Best Amazon fashion deals available now:
Can’t wait any longer? Well if you want to shop some new fashion items, there are some fantastic offers happening right now over at Amazon. We’ve picked out the best ones and listed them below.
You can shop more Prime Day deals happening at Amazon here.
When is Amazon Prime Day 2021?
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Amazon’s exclusive, two-day sale which is live from today (21st) until 22nd June 2021, much earlier than last year’s event which happened in October 2020.
How do I take part in Amazon Prime Day 2021?
Amazon Prime Day is two days of non-stop deals. This major sales event happens every year, over at the online market place - and exclusive to Prime members.
University students and apprentices can enjoy the benefits of Prime, including exclusive student discounts, by joining Prime Student – with a six-month trial and then 50% off Prime after that at amazon.co.uk/joinstudent.
New members can try Prime for 30 days for free. After the trial period, a Prime membership costs £79 a year, or just £7.99 a month.
To check if you’re eligible for a free trial of Prime, head over to amazon.co.uk/prime.
So what are you waiting for?
What was included in last year’s Prime Day?
Amazon slashed the price of some major brands in their annual event.
Sportswear from Under Armour, Puma and Helly Hansen were included as well as Amazon’s own brand of fashion find., Levi’s, Calvin Klein and loads of others.
Bargains included stylish find. women's crew neck jumpers reduced to £33.60 and Levi's Women's 724 High Rise Straight Jeans dropped to £68.75. Other deals included Puma Smash V2 Trainers for £25.20 in the sale.
Amazon also have incredible deals on tech including laptops from top brands like big brand names like LG, Microsoft, Lenovo and ASUS - check out the best deals so far here.
Should you or someone you know be expecting a bundle of joy in the next few months, Amazon are also giving Baby Wishlist shoppers an extra 15% discount on top of Prime Day Deals.
Are you excited for Amazon’s Prime Day 2021? Have you had your eye on a few items that you’re praying will be reduced? Let us know what you’ll be buying in the comments box.


thedailymirror--2020-10-13--Victor Lindelof offers theory on why Man Utd have started the season so poorly

Victor Lindelof says it 's difficult to put a finger on why Manchester United have started the season so poorly .
But the Swede has suggested a lack of time off before the close of last season and the start of this campaign may be to blame .
United were playing in the semi-final of the Europa League while the majority of the Premier League were resting before the new season .
The Red Devils - and Manchester City - were given an extended period of time off as a result , and did n't play on the opening week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was n't enough , and might be the reason for United 's struggles .
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To sign up , put your email at the top of this article or follow the instructions on this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the best start for us in the league , I do n't know what it 's all about , '' he told Aftonbladet .
`` If it 's because we played for a long time in Europe [ last season ] and did n't get the time off we usually get , is difficult to answer .
`` We probably had one-two weeks together before the league started and we have n't got to the level we 've wanted .
But I think after this international break , a lot of players are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ level we can . ''
Lindelof is among a group of United stars who has started the season particularly poorly , and there are claims the centre-back is `` worn out '' .
But Lindelof has played this down , saying he 's more than capable playing for both his club and his country on a regular basis .
`` Not for me personally .
I have been set to play two matches in this selection [ for Sweden in October ] .
The body feels good .
It 's getting started now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the legs anyway .
If [ Sweden manager ] Janne [ Andersson ] wants me to play , I have absolutely no problem playing another match . ''
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The Red Devils were given an extended period of time off and didn't play on the opening week of the new season. But Victor Lindelof has suggested this still wasn't enough
Victor Lindelof offers theory on why Man Utd have started the season so poorly
Victor Lindelof says it's difficult to put a finger on why Manchester United have started the season so poorly.
But the Swede has suggested a lack of time off before the close of last season and the start of this campaign may be to blame.
United were playing in the semi-final of the Europa League while the majority of the Premier League were resting before the new season.
The Red Devils - and Manchester City - were given an extended period of time off as a result, and didn't play on the opening week. But Lindelof has suggested this still wasn't enough, and might be the reason for United's struggles.
Image: Pool via REUTERS) Pool via REUTERS)
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"It hasn't been the best start for us in the league, I don't know what it's all about," he told Aftonbladet. "If it's because we played for a long time in Europe [last season] and didn't get the time off we usually get, is difficult to answer.
"We probably had one-two weeks together before the league started and we haven't got to the level we've wanted. But I think after this international break, a lot of players are back and ready to perform at the level we can."
Lindelof is among a group of United stars who has started the season particularly poorly, and there are claims the centre-back is "worn out".
But Lindelof has played this down, saying he's more than capable playing for both his club and his country on a regular basis.
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"Not for me personally. I have been set to play two matches in this selection [for Sweden in October]. The body feels good. It's getting started now.
"Yesterday it felt very good in the legs anyway. If [Sweden manager] Janne [Andersson] wants me to play, I have absolutely no problem playing another match."
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thedailymirror--2020-10-13--Premier League's derisory EFL bail out offer amid Project Big Picture proposal

The Premier League have offered just £25m to bail out the EFL .
That is what has driven EFL chairman Rick Parry to try and drive Project Big Picture to try and find a financial solution , according to Gillingham chairman Paul Scally .
Scally claims the EFL have no other option but to jump into bed with Liverpool and Manchester United because the Premier League are not doing enough to save them .
Parry believes the EFL needs to find a £250m bail out to save clubs from going bust because of the pandemic but also to find long @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £1.2 billion in the last transfer window but have baulked at having to bail out the EFL with clubs in League One and Two facing financial ruin .
But Scally said : “ The Premier League haven ’ t come up with any ideas in the last six months .
They ’ ve offered just £25m which wouldn ’ t get 24 clubs through six months .
That ’ s all they ’ ve offered .
“ It was dismissed out of hand .
When you consider the clubs have just spent £1.2billion @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ve offered £25m for the whole of the Premier League .
“ If that ’ s all on offer then don ’ t blame Rick for trying to find solutions .
It might not work .
But at least we ’ re now talking about real numbers and not £25m.
” That figure will cause shockwaves throughout football and put a different look on the current furore surrounding Project Big Picture which has sparked civil war in English football .
The Premier League did advance a £125m solidarity payment to the EFL , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the EFL bosses and asked for detailed accounts , a breakdown of figures and yet those have not been forthcoming despite talks still going on .
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden has waded into the row and ordered football to solve its own problems while also lambasting “ backroom deals ” and warned the Government could step in to oversee the governance of the game .
Scally added : “ Oliver Dowden is very disappointing .
He ’ s misguided and wrong .
He should see it as the start of a process .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ closed doors , I ’ ve been privy to some of it and it just wasn ’ t ready to come out .
“ Oliver Dowden has only listened to one side of the argument .
He ’ s not looking at the whole picture .
If you don ’ t see , as Culture Secretary , that the Championship needs a fix then you ’ re in the wrong job because you haven ’ t got a grip on it .
”

EXCLUSIVE: EFL chief Rick Parry claims they need £250m to save clubs from going under but the Premier League have offered just a fraction of that amount
The Premier League have offered just £25m to bail out the EFL.
That is what has driven EFL chairman Rick Parry to try and drive Project Big Picture to try and find a financial solution, according to Gillingham chairman Paul Scally.
Scally claims the EFL have no other option but to jump into bed with Liverpool and Manchester United because the Premier League are not doing enough to save them.
Parry believes the EFL needs to find a £250m bail out to save clubs from going bust because of the pandemic but also to find long term stability.
Premier League clubs spent £1.2 billion in the last transfer window but have baulked at having to bail out the EFL with clubs in League One and Two facing financial ruin.
Image: Andrew Fosker/BPI/REX/Shutterstock) Andrew Fosker/BPI/REX/Shutterstock)
But Scally said: “The Premier League haven’t come up with any ideas in the last six months. They’ve offered just £25m which wouldn’t get 24 clubs through six months. That’s all they’ve offered.
“It was dismissed out of hand. When you consider the clubs have just spent £1.2billion in the transfer window and they’ve offered £25m for the whole of the Premier League.
“If that’s all on offer then don’t blame Rick for trying to find solutions. It might not work. But at least we’re now talking about real numbers and not £25m.”
Image: PA Archive/PA Images) PA Archive/PA Images)
That figure will cause shockwaves throughout football and put a different look on the current furore surrounding Project Big Picture which has sparked civil war in English football.
The Premier League did advance a £125m solidarity payment to the EFL, they have also tried to engage with the EFL bosses and asked for detailed accounts, a breakdown of figures and yet those have not been forthcoming despite talks still going on.
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden has waded into the row and ordered football to solve its own problems while also lambasting “backroom deals” and warned the Government could step in to oversee the governance of the game.
Scally added: “Oliver Dowden is very disappointing. He’s misguided and wrong. He should see it as the start of a process. This wasn’t shabby or behind closed doors, I’ve been privy to some of it and it just wasn’t ready to come out.
“Oliver Dowden has only listened to one side of the argument. He’s not looking at the whole picture. If you don’t see, as Culture Secretary, that the Championship needs a fix then you’re in the wrong job because you haven’t got a grip on it.”


thedailymirror--2020-10-13--How Arsenal could line up against Man City as Thomas Partey gets set for debut

Mikel Arteta returns to the scene of one of his most disappointing evenings as Arsenal boss on Saturday night .
In the first game following the coronavirus enforced suspension in June , the Gunners were heavily beaten by Man City in a 3-0 defeat .
The Spaniard did exact some revenge on his former employers when Arsenal beat City in the semi-final of the FA Cup in a clear indicator of the club ’ s progression under his stewardship .
Arsenal carried that positivity into the start of this campaign , picking up nine points from their opening four Premier @ @ @ @ @ @ @ against the champions Liverpool and Arsenal will be hoping to prove they are one of their contenders this time around , with a positive result against Pep Guardiola ’ s side .
Their deadline day acquisition of Thomas Partey , is one that Arteta believes will add the kind of tactical flexibility that will allow them to challenge the best sides in the division .
`` I think he allows us to play different formations and he can fit in within those formations in different positions , which is a really good thing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in midfield , I think we were a little bit short , ” he said after signing the former Atletico Madrid midfielder .
`` We believe he has the right qualities , with his character and his personality and as well with his technical qualities and positional options that he can give to the team.
” He looks certain to go straight into a midfield that did get overrun at times during the defeat at Anfield .
The biggest question comes in who will partner the £52.5million man in the heart of Arsenal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ talked about the ability to play different shapes , it is likely he will stick with the 3-4-3 formation that has worked so well in the first 12 months of his tenure .
Granit Xhaka , Mohamed Elneny and Dani Ceballos have all been used by Arteta in recent weeks in a variety of combinations .
But looking at the win over City at Wembley , Ceballos was given the nod over Xhaka and Elneny and provides the Gunners with the link between midfield and attack .
Behind Partey , Arsenal look like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the trio that look extremely promising .
Kieran Tierney is still self-isolating after coming into contact with a Scotland teammate who tested positive for coronavirus on international duty .
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New signings Willian and Gabriel Magalhaes both hit the ground running against Fulham but Mikel Arteta is still on the lookout for new signings .
Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar and Brentford keeper David Raya are two of the names on their radar .
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The Gunners had requested special dispensation but looks unlikely to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ return to the line-up .
Holding had played well prior to dropping to the bench and will join David Luiz and the hugely impressive Gabriel Magalhaes .
Hector Bellerin and Bukayo Saka will continue as wing-backs , with the latter often tasked with playing in a number of positions during the 90 minutes .
In the forward areas , Arsenal will be desperate for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to have a greater influence than he did against Liverpool , while Alexandre Lacazette will surely come back in the line-up for Eddie Nketiah .
The Frenchman @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and was a surprise exclusion in the win over Sheffield United .
The final decision for Arteta is whether he starts Willian or the ever-improving Nicolas Pepe , but the Brazilian ’ s work-rate could be vital in an encounter where they are unlikely to have lots of the ball .

Arsenal head to the Etihad to face Man City, with Arteta poised to hand deadline day signing Partey his Gunners debut
How Arsenal could line up against Man City as Thomas Partey gets set for debut
Mikel Arteta returns to the scene of one of his most disappointing evenings as Arsenal boss on Saturday night.
In the first game following the coronavirus enforced suspension in June, the Gunners were heavily beaten by Man City in a 3-0 defeat.
The Spaniard did exact some revenge on his former employers when Arsenal beat City in the semi-final of the FA Cup in a clear indicator of the club’s progression under his stewardship.
Arsenal carried that positivity into the start of this campaign, picking up nine points from their opening four Premier League games.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Their only defeat came against the champions Liverpool and Arsenal will be hoping to prove they are one of their contenders this time around, with a positive result against Pep Guardiola’s side.
Their deadline day acquisition of Thomas Partey, is one that Arteta believes will add the kind of tactical flexibility that will allow them to challenge the best sides in the division.
"I think he allows us to play different formations and he can fit in within those formations in different positions, which is a really good thing to have in a squad where, in midfield, I think we were a little bit short,” he said after signing the former Atletico Madrid midfielder.
"We believe he has the right qualities, with his character and his personality and as well with his technical qualities and positional options that he can give to the team.”
He looks certain to go straight into a midfield that did get overrun at times during the defeat at Anfield.
Image: 2020 DeFodi Images) 2020 DeFodi Images)
The biggest question comes in who will partner the £52.5million man in the heart of Arsenal’s midfield. While Arteta has talked about the ability to play different shapes, it is likely he will stick with the 3-4-3 formation that has worked so well in the first 12 months of his tenure.
Granit Xhaka, Mohamed Elneny and Dani Ceballos have all been used by Arteta in recent weeks in a variety of combinations. But looking at the win over City at Wembley, Ceballos was given the nod over Xhaka and Elneny and provides the Gunners with the link between midfield and attack.
Behind Partey, Arsenal look like they may have to make changes to the trio that look extremely promising.
Kieran Tierney is still self-isolating after coming into contact with a Scotland teammate who tested positive for coronavirus on international duty.
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The Gunners had requested special dispensation but looks unlikely to be available, meaning Rob Holding could return to the line-up.
Holding had played well prior to dropping to the bench and will join David Luiz and the hugely impressive Gabriel Magalhaes.
Hector Bellerin and Bukayo Saka will continue as wing-backs, with the latter often tasked with playing in a number of positions during the 90 minutes.
In the forward areas, Arsenal will be desperate for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to have a greater influence than he did against Liverpool, while Alexandre Lacazette will surely come back in the line-up for Eddie Nketiah.
The Frenchman has scored three times already this season and was a surprise exclusion in the win over Sheffield United.
The final decision for Arteta is whether he starts Willian or the ever-improving Nicolas Pepe, but the Brazilian’s work-rate could be vital in an encounter where they are unlikely to have lots of the ball.
Arsenal (3-4-3): Leno; Holding, Luiz, Gabriel; Bellerin, Partey, Ceballos, Saka; Willian, Lacazette, Aubameyang.


thedailymirror--2020-10-13--You can be paid to taste test Pink Prosecco and it's the ultimate dream job

If you love a bottle of Prosecco , then we have the ultimate job opportunity for you .
Not only will you be paid to taste test PINK Prosecco , you 'll be taken to Italy to see how it 's made and be handed a year 's supply of bubbly to keep you topped up .
PINK Prosecco will be one of the first rosé Proseccos ever sold in the UK following a change to Italian law approving production , and the team are looking for an official tester to make sure it 's perfect before hitting the shelves @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be asked to provide a short review of the Prosecco in exchange for £300 and sent on a trip to Treviso in Italy next year to visit the vineyards and winery for three days with a guest of your choice .
While on your travels , you 'll be invited to pick and press the grapes as part of your official duties , with plenty of refreshment breaks , before being able to sample the bubbles of your hard labour 14 weeks later when it 's ready .
In addition , you 'll @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of PINK Prosecco to share with your friends .
The advert states candidates `` must be an advocate of Prosecco O'Clock '' , over the age of 18 , willing to travel early next year , and are required to submit up to 250 words on why you think you 're the best person for the dream job .
Applications must be submitted by October 20 and you can apply here .
It 's not long until PINK Prosecco hits UK stores , retailing at £8.99 a bottle , or you can pre-order @ @ @ @ @ @ @ online here .
Paul Anthony Gidley , CEO of PINK Prosecco , said : `` Fizz fans have been wanting to try PINK Prosecco for so long and it ’ s almost time for the first reveal .
`` We want to make sure it 's pink perfection , and the new PINK Prosecco Tester will not only have the crucial role of tasting the first batch , but will help us to shape the product in the future .
`` Since the Prosecco Council in Italy gave the go-ahead for Prosecco DOC @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the scenes to get the brand , bottle and bubbles just right .
`` We hope the successful applicant will agree that PINK Prosecco really does taste as good as it looks – with a fruitier nose than standard Prosecco and hints of summer fruits such as strawberry and blackberry , with fantastic racing bubbles and a light , semi-sweet finish . ''

A dream job opportunity has come up for an official taste tester of PINK Prosecco, which includes a paid review, a trip to Italy to visit the vineyards, and a year's supply of bubbles
You can be paid to taste test Pink Prosecco and it's the ultimate dream job
If you love a bottle of Prosecco, then we have the ultimate job opportunity for you.
Not only will you be paid to taste test PINK Prosecco, you'll be taken to Italy to see how it's made and be handed a year's supply of bubbly to keep you topped up.
PINK Prosecco will be one of the first rosé Proseccos ever sold in the UK following a change to Italian law approving production, and the team are looking for an official tester to make sure it's perfect before hitting the shelves next month.
The successful applicant will be asked to provide a short review of the Prosecco in exchange for £300 and sent on a trip to Treviso in Italy next year to visit the vineyards and winery for three days with a guest of your choice.
Image: Pink Prosecco) Pink Prosecco)
While on your travels, you'll be invited to pick and press the grapes as part of your official duties, with plenty of refreshment breaks, before being able to sample the bubbles of your hard labour 14 weeks later when it's ready.
In addition, you'll also be handed a year's supply of PINK Prosecco to share with your friends.
The advert states candidates "must be an advocate of Prosecco O'Clock", over the age of 18, willing to travel early next year, and are required to submit up to 250 words on why you think you're the best person for the dream job.
Image: Pink Prosecco) Pink Prosecco)
Applications must be submitted by October 20 and you can apply here.
It's not long until PINK Prosecco hits UK stores, retailing at £8.99 a bottle, or you can pre-order a case of six bottles for £53.94 online here.
Paul Anthony Gidley, CEO of PINK Prosecco, said: "Fizz fans have been wanting to try PINK Prosecco for so long and it’s almost time for the first reveal.
"We want to make sure it's pink perfection, and the new PINK Prosecco Tester will not only have the crucial role of tasting the first batch, but will help us to shape the product in the future.
"Since the Prosecco Council in Italy gave the go-ahead for Prosecco DOC Rosé we've been working hard behind the scenes to get the brand, bottle and bubbles just right.
"We hope the successful applicant will agree that PINK Prosecco really does taste as good as it looks – with a fruitier nose than standard Prosecco and hints of summer fruits such as strawberry and blackberry, with fantastic racing bubbles and a light, semi-sweet finish."


thedailymirror--2020-10-13--Mum arrested after baby 'thrown from window into street when she gave birth'

A 23-year-old woman has been arrested after allegedly throwing her newborn baby from a window after giving birth .
Sabita Dookram faces seven charges as the infant fights for his life in New York .
Police sources told the New York Post that the child was thrown from a window shortly after he was born in a bathtub .
The little boy was found naked attached to his umbilical cord outside a home in Queens , New York , on Sunday , investigators said .
He was found by a neighbour at around 10.15am , and it is believed he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been charged with attempted murder , attempted manslaughter , assault , reckless endangerment , tampering with physical evidence , abandonment of a child and acting in a manner to injure a child .
A tearful neighbour told NBC : `` I went to close the gate and I heard a noise .
She said that the infant did not have any clothes or a blanket .
Another said the baby was `` still moving '' and described the incident as `` just heartbreaking '' .
In New York laws are in place @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Peter Silver , medical director at the Cohen Children 's Medical Center , where the child is being treated , told CBS : “ What that law states is that parents can anonymously turn over an unwanted baby , as long as they do it in a safe way and the baby is not injured , up to 30 days of age .
`` Again , as long as the baby is cared for and somebody knows the baby is there . ''
The 23-year-old mother , Sabita Dookram , has since been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ discovered with his umbilical cord still attached outside a home at 126th Street in South Ozone Park , Queens , at around 10:15 am , on Sunday , October 11 .
Investigators alleged Dookram had just given birth in the bathtub , then tossed the baby out from the bathroom window .
The newborn remains hospitalised and his condition is improving at Cohen Children 's Medical Center .

Sabita Dookram has been charged with attempted murder and attempted manslaughter after the infant was found by neighbours outside a home in Queens, New York in the US,on Sunday
Mum arrested after baby 'thrown from window and left in street when she gave birth'
A 23-year-old woman has been arrested after allegedly throwing her newborn baby from a window after giving birth.
Sabita Dookram faces seven charges as the infant fights for his life in New York.
Police sources told the New York Post that the child was thrown from a window shortly after he was born in a bathtub.
The little boy was found naked attached to his umbilical cord outside a home in Queens, New York, on Sunday, investigators said.
He was found by a neighbour at around 10.15am, and it is believed he was born on Saturday night.
Image: NBC) NBC)
Dookram has been charged with attempted murder, attempted manslaughter, assault, reckless endangerment, tampering with physical evidence, abandonment of a child and acting in a manner to injure a child.
A tearful neighbour told NBC: "I went to close the gate and I heard a noise.
"I looked and see it’s a baby noise."
She said that the infant did not have any clothes or a blanket.
Another said the baby was "still moving" and described the incident as "just heartbreaking".
Image: NBC) NBC)
In New York laws are in place to prevent babies being abandoned.
Dr Peter Silver, medical director at the Cohen Children's Medical Center, where the child is being treated, told CBS : “What that law states is that parents can anonymously turn over an unwanted baby, as long as they do it in a safe way and the baby is not injured, up to 30 days of age.
"Again, as long as the baby is cared for and somebody knows the baby is there."
The 23-year-old mother, Sabita Dookram, has since been taken into custody.
The baby was discovered with his umbilical cord still attached outside a home at 126th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, at around 10:15 am, on Sunday, October 11.
Investigators alleged Dookram had just given birth in the bathtub, then tossed the baby out from the bathroom window.
The newborn remains hospitalised and his condition is improving at Cohen Children's Medical Center.


thedailymirror--2020-10-13--Armed police rush to business park as man injured in drive-by shooting

A man has been injured after he was shot at from a car , police have said .
Armed officers @ @ @ @ @ the Bridges Business Park in Horsehay , Telford shortly after 12.10pm today .
A man @ @ @ @ @ treated by paramedics .
Officers believe he was fired at from a vehicle .
The @ @ @ @ @ injuries are not yet known .
Did you witness the incident ?
Email webnews @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ There is currently an increased police presence , including armed officers , in @ @ @ @ @ deal with the incident .
`` Our initial enquiries suggest the man has been shot @ @ @ @ @ we are carrying out active enquiries to locate that vehicle.
” Anyone with information that @ @ @ @ @ contact West Mercia Police on 101 quoting reference 00239_I_13102020 .
Alternatively information can be passed @ @ @ @ @ 555 111 .

Shortly after 12pm today a man was injured on Bridges Business Park in Horsehay, Telford. Police enquiries have suggested he was shot at from a car
Telford shooting: Armed police rush to business park as man injured in drive-by attack
A man has been injured after he was shot at from a car in a drive-by attack, police have said.
Armed officers raced to the scene on the Bridges Business Park in Horsehay, Telford shortly after 12.10pm today.
A man who had been shot was treated by paramedics at the scene.
Officers believe he was fired at from a vehicle.
The extent of the man's injuries are not yet known.
Did you witness the incident? Email webnews@mirror.co.uk
Superintendent Jim Baker said: “There is currently an increased police presence, including armed officers, in and around Horsehay as we deal with the incident.
"Our initial enquiries suggest the man has been shot at from a vehicle and we are carrying out active enquiries to locate that vehicle.”
Anyone with information that could help with enquiries should contact West Mercia Police on 101 quoting reference 00239_I_13102020.
Alternatively information can be passed to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailymirror--2020-10-13--Kerry Katona devastated after gaining 1.5 stone in lockdown by scoffing treats

Kerry Katona has admitted she gained 1.5 stone during the coronavirus lockdown by indulging in her favourite treats .
The 40-year-old mum-of-four has confessed her recent weight gain “ devastated ” her and really affected her mental health .
Last week Kerry snapped a picture of her tummy and shared it with her 654,000 Instagram followers .
Kerry cast a beaming smile as she rolled up her black vest top to show off her abs , revealing she ’ d gained weight and was raring to get back into shape .
She also modelled a tiny thong as she spoke @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her gushing caption , Kerry also thanked her fans for all of the support as she plugged the launch of the new M-Fit app .
But the former Atomic Kitten star has since spoken candidly to New !
magazine about the gain , explaining her subsequent mental torment and the truth behind the social media snap .
“ I uploaded an Instagram post last week to say I ’ m trying to get back into shape after lockdowns I put in 1.5 stone , ” she said .
“ I think it ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ around watching Netflix and I ate a lot of Magnums .
I was on four Gu cheesecakes a day too !
” Kerry explained the weight “ sneaked up on her ” .
“ I went from a size 6-8 to a 10-12 and three weeks ago I couldn ’ t get a size 10 pair of trousers over my bum .
I was devastated .
“ It really affected my mental health .
Being a size 12 , 14 or 16 is absolutely fine , but I ’ d worked so hard @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been training with her personal trainer fiancée Ryan Mahoney .
She revealed she loves doing yoga , going for long walks and runs and is feeling “ much better now ” .

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The former Atomic Kitten star has spoken candidly about her weight gain, explaining her subsequent mental torment and putting the changes down to indulging her love of sweet treats
Kerry Katona devastated after gaining 1.5 stone in lockdown by scoffing treats
Kerry Katona has admitted she gained 1.5 stone during the coronavirus lockdown by indulging in her favourite treats.
The 40-year-old mum-of-four has confessed her recent weight gain “devastated” her and really affected her mental health.
Last week Kerry snapped a picture of her tummy and shared it with her 654,000 Instagram followers.
Kerry cast a beaming smile as she rolled up her black vest top to show off her abs, revealing she’d gained weight and was raring to get back into shape.
She also modelled a tiny thong as she spoke candidly about her body transformation.
In her gushing caption, Kerry also thanked her fans for all of the support as she plugged the launch of the new M-Fit app.
But the former Atomic Kitten star has since spoken candidly to New! magazine about the gain, explaining her subsequent mental torment and the truth behind the social media snap.
“I uploaded an Instagram post last week to say I’m trying to get back into shape after lockdowns I put in 1.5 stone,” she said.
“I think it’s because we were all just sitting around watching Netflix and I ate a lot of Magnums. I was on four Gu cheesecakes a day too!”
Kerry explained the weight “sneaked up on her”.
Image: kerrykatona/Instagram) kerrykatona/Instagram)
“I went from a size 6-8 to a 10-12 and three weeks ago I couldn’t get a size 10 pair of trousers over my bum. I was devastated.
“It really affected my mental health. Being a size 12, 14 or 16 is absolutely fine, but I’d worked so hard to get the weight off.”
Kerry has been training with her personal trainer fiancée Ryan Mahoney.
She revealed she loves doing yoga, going for long walks and runs and is feeling “much better now”.


thedailymirror--2020-10-13--Pensioner, 75, admits killing man 26 years ago in city centre stabbing attack

Geoffrey Strike today pleaded guilty to manslaughter following the death of Jason Comerfield , 21 , who was killed in Manchester in February 1994 .
Jason was fatally stabbed to the neck after a night out .
Strike had been due to stand trial for murder , but today pleaded guilty to manslaughter , on the grounds of diminished responsibility , the Manchester Evening News reports .
He has remained in a mental health facility since 1997 , after being diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia .
Strike was charged in February after he was identified using advanced DNA techniques used by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
When the murder charge was read to him at Manchester Crown Court , Strike said today : `` Not guilty of murder , but guilty of manslaughter . ''
Jason had been walking home from a night out , on February 25 , 1994 , when he came into contact with Strike .
The details of their interaction remain unclear but Strike killed Jason after attacking him with a knife .
The weapon used to attack Jason was recovered .
But it was more modern DNA technology which provided the key breakthrough @ @ @ @ @ @ @ previous convictions involving knives , and the fact Strike lived close to the scene of the killing , were also factors which led GMP to him .
Strike has been detained in Prestwich hospital , a secure mental health unit , since 1997 after being transferred from prison .
Jason 's brother was in court to watch on as Strike admitted the killing .
His parents have both died and went to their graves without learning who killed their son .
Strike 's barrister Charles Garside QC told the defendant has a history @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also previously committed 'low level offences which involved knives ' , the court was told .
Strike will be sentenced in December .
Adjourning the case , the judge , Mr Justice Hilliard , told him : `` Mr Strike , as you have heard , the prosecution have accepted your plea of guilty to manslaughter , so there wo n't be a trial . ''
The judge ordered further psychiatric reports to be drawn up for the hearing .

Geoffrey Strike today pleaded guilty to manslaughter following the death of Jason Comerfield, 21, who was stabbed in the neck after a night out in Manchester in February 1994
A 75-year-old pensioner has today admitted killing a man in a city centre attack 26 years ago.
Geoffrey Strike today pleaded guilty to manslaughter following the death of Jason Comerfield, 21, who was killed in Manchester in February 1994.
Jason was fatally stabbed to the neck after a night out.
Strike had been due to stand trial for murder, but today pleaded guilty to manslaughter, on the grounds of diminished responsibility, the Manchester Evening News reports.
He has remained in a mental health facility since 1997, after being diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia.
Strike was charged in February after he was identified using advanced DNA techniques used by Greater Manchester Police's cold case unit.
Image: Manchester Evening News WS) Manchester Evening News WS)
When the murder charge was read to him at Manchester Crown Court, Strike said today: "Not guilty of murder, but guilty of manslaughter."
Jason had been walking home from a night out, on February 25, 1994, when he came into contact with Strike.
The details of their interaction remain unclear but Strike killed Jason after attacking him with a knife.
The weapon used to attack Jason was recovered.
But it was more modern DNA technology which provided the key breakthrough in identifying Jason's killer.
His previous convictions involving knives, and the fact Strike lived close to the scene of the killing, were also factors which led GMP to him.
Strike has been detained in Prestwich hospital, a secure mental health unit, since 1997 after being transferred from prison.
Jason's brother was in court to watch on as Strike admitted the killing.
His parents have both died and went to their graves without learning who killed their son.
Strike's barrister Charles Garside QC told the defendant has a history of mental health problems.
He has also previously committed 'low level offences which involved knives', the court was told.
Strike will be sentenced in December.
Adjourning the case, the judge, Mr Justice Hilliard, told him: "Mr Strike, as you have heard, the prosecution have accepted your plea of guilty to manslaughter, so there won't be a trial."
The judge ordered further psychiatric reports to be drawn up for the hearing.


thedailymirror--2020-10-13--Dad finds son dead in caravan hours before his birthday after 'concerning' texts

A dad found his son dead at a caravan park the day before his 33rd birthday , an inquest heard .
Anthony James Ventre was discovered at Robin Hood Holiday Park on Coast Road in Rhyl , North Wales on Thursday , October 1 .
The 32-year-old joiner had been staying at the Denbighshire caravan site when he `` committed an act of apparent self-harm '' , an inquest was told .
Coroner John Gittins said Mr Ventre had sent his girlfriend `` concerning messages '' at 8am on the day he died , North Wales Live reports .
Mr @ @ @ @ @ @ @ find his son 's body , the hearing at Ruthin County Hall on Monday , October 12 heard .
He was sadly pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics .
A post-mortem examination was carried out and a provisional cause of death was given as hanging .
The matter was adjourned to a full hearing on a date yet to be fixed .
Paying tribute to Mr Ventre from Kirkby on his birthday , one family member wrote : `` Happy Birthday mate .
`` I ’ m gutted you ’ ve left @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ve left a massive hole in our family & you will be missed .
`` You were the biggest pain in my backside but now I ’ d have it no other way .
A fundraising page has been sent up for Mr Ventre through the mental health charity Mind .
A message on the page reads : `` Everyone who met Anthony will have a story to tell .
He was a fun , loving character who made everyone laugh . ''
A funeral will be held on Friday , October 16 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you need to talk .
You can contact them for free by calling 116 123 , email jo @ samaritans.org or head to the website to find your nearest branch .
You matter .

Anthony James Ventre was found dead at a caravan park in Wales, an inquest into his death heard. His dad had gone to check on him after worrying texts were sent to his girlfriend
Dad finds son dead at caravan park hours before his birthday after 'concerning' texts
A dad found his son dead at a caravan park the day before his 33rd birthday, an inquest heard.
Anthony James Ventre was discovered at Robin Hood Holiday Park on Coast Road in Rhyl, North Wales on Thursday, October 1.
The 32-year-old joiner had been staying at the Denbighshire caravan site when he "committed an act of apparent self-harm", an inquest was told.
Coroner John Gittins said Mr Ventre had sent his girlfriend "concerning messages" at 8am on the day he died, North Wales Live reports.
Mr Ventre's dad attended his caravan to find his son's body, the hearing at Ruthin County Hall on Monday, October 12 heard.
He was sadly pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics.
Image: Google Streetview) Google Streetview)
A post-mortem examination was carried out and a provisional cause of death was given as hanging.
The matter was adjourned to a full hearing on a date yet to be fixed.
Paying tribute to Mr Ventre from Kirkby on his birthday, one family member wrote: "Happy Birthday mate.
"I’m gutted you’ve left us this way.
"You’ve left a massive hole in our family & you will be missed.
"You were the biggest pain in my backside but now I’d have it no other way.
"Rest in peace."
A fundraising page has been sent up for Mr Ventre through the mental health charity Mind.
A message on the page reads: "Everyone who met Anthony will have a story to tell. He was a fun, loving character who made everyone laugh."
A funeral will be held on Friday, October 16.
The Samaritans is available 24/7 if you need to talk. You can contact them for free by calling 116 123, email jo@samaritans.org or head to the website to find your nearest branch. You matter.