thedailymirror--2020-06-08--Conor McGregor’s coach hints UFC star will return with Michael Jordan comparison

Conor McGregor ’ s coach John Kavanagh has dropped the biggest hint yet that the UFC star will go back on his decision to retire from the sport .
Former two-weight champion McGregor announced his retirement from UFC for the third time in four years on Saturday .
The 31-year-old Irishman took to Twitter to announce he was hanging up his gloves immediately after Amanda Nunes defeated Felicia Spencer to retain her featherweight title at UFC 250 in Las Vegas on Saturday night .
But McGregor 's announcement has left fans unconvinced that they 've seen the last of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ octagon .
Even UFC president Dana White cast doubt on whether his latest retirement would stick , saying : “ That ’ s Conor .
You know how Conor works .
That ’ s how he does things . ''
Now , just a day after McGregor dropped his bombshell , his coach Kavanagh has hinted that his fighter is not done with the UFC - by seemingly comparing him to NBA legend Michael Jordan .
Jordan - regarded by many as the greatest basketball player of all time - retired from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hand to baseball , playing for minor league side the Birmingham Barons .
But he reversed his decision in 1995 , returning to Chicago Bulls and adding another three NBA championships to the three he had previously won with the franchise .
`` At age 31 Jordan abruptly retired from basketball before the 1993–94 NBA season , '' Kavanagh tweeted .
`` He returned to the Bulls in March 1995 and led them to three additional championships in 1996 , 1997 , and 1998 , as well as a then-record 72 regular-season wins @ @ @ @ @ @ @ While there was no mention of McGregor in the post , many fans have taken Kavanagh 's tweet to be a hint that 'The Notorious ' will one day want to to win back the titles he previously held .
McGregor previously hung up his gloves in 2016 following his defeat by Nate Diaz - only to quickly reverse his decision to exact revenge in the rivals ' rematch , before beating Eddie Alvarez to become a two-weight champion .
Last year 's 'retirement ' also failed to stick , with McGregor having @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year to beat Donald 'Cowboy ' Cerrone in just 40 seconds .
He had planned that to be the first of three fights this year - but that was before coronavirus swept across the globe .
After the conclusion of Saturday 's UFC 250 show in Las Vegas , McGregor tweeted : `` Hey guys I ’ ve decided to retire from fighting .
Thank you all for the amazing memories !
What a ride it 's been !
`` Here is a picture of myself and my mother in Las Vegas post @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pick the home of your dreams Mags I love you !
Whatever you desire it ’ s yours . ''
And on Sunday he opened up on his reasons for calling it a day , saying that he was not feeling the excitement of the sport with fans currently barred from watching amid the pandemic .
`` I 'm a bit bored of the game , '' he told ESPN .
`` I 'm here watching the fight .
I watched the last show - the Woodley-Burns show - I watched the show @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about the game .
`` I do n't know if it 's no crowd , I do n't know what it is , there 's just no buzz for me .
`` The game just does not excite me , and that 's that .
All this waiting around ; there 's nothing happening , I 'm going through opponent options , and there 's nothing really there at the minute .
There 's nothing that 's exciting me . ''

Conor McGregor's career timeline after star retires for third time in four years
Conor McGregor's career timeline after star retires for third time in four years
John Kavanagh has dropped the biggest hint yet that former two-weight UFC champion McGregor will return to the octagon - by highlighting NBA legend Jordan's retirement U-turn
Conor McGregor’s coach John Kavanagh has dropped the biggest hint yet that the UFC star will go back on his decision to retire from the sport.
Former two-weight champion McGregor announced his retirement from UFC for the third time in four years on Saturday.
The 31-year-old Irishman took to Twitter to announce he was hanging up his gloves immediately after Amanda Nunes defeated Felicia Spencer to retain her featherweight title at UFC 250 in Las Vegas on Saturday night.
But McGregor's announcement has left fans unconvinced that they've seen the last of the former featherweight and lightweight champion in the octagon.
Even UFC president Dana White cast doubt on whether his latest retirement would stick, saying: “That’s Conor. You know how Conor works. That’s how he does things."
Image: Zuffa LLC via Getty Images) Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)
Now, just a day after McGregor dropped his bombshell, his coach Kavanagh has hinted that his fighter is not done with the UFC - by seemingly comparing him to NBA legend Michael Jordan.
Jordan - regarded by many as the greatest basketball player of all time - retired from the sport in 1993, and turned his hand to baseball, playing for minor league side the Birmingham Barons.
But he reversed his decision in 1995, returning to Chicago Bulls and adding another three NBA championships to the three he had previously won with the franchise.
"At age 31 Jordan abruptly retired from basketball before the 1993–94 NBA season," Kavanagh tweeted.
"He returned to the Bulls in March 1995 and led them to three additional championships in 1996, 1997, and 1998, as well as a then-record 72 regular-season wins in the 1995–96 NBA season."
While there was no mention of McGregor in the post, many fans have taken Kavanagh's tweet to be a hint that 'The Notorious' will one day want to to win back the titles he previously held.
McGregor previously hung up his gloves in 2016 following his defeat by Nate Diaz - only to quickly reverse his decision to exact revenge in the rivals' rematch, before beating Eddie Alvarez to become a two-weight champion.
Last year's 'retirement' also failed to stick, with McGregor having returned to the octagon in January this year to beat Donald 'Cowboy' Cerrone in just 40 seconds.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
He had planned that to be the first of three fights this year - but that was before coronavirus swept across the globe.
After the conclusion of Saturday's UFC 250 show in Las Vegas, McGregor tweeted: "Hey guys I’ve decided to retire from fighting. Thank you all for the amazing memories! What a ride it's been!
"Here is a picture of myself and my mother in Las Vegas post one of my world title wins! Pick the home of your dreams Mags I love you! Whatever you desire it’s yours."
And on Sunday he opened up on his reasons for calling it a day, saying that he was not feeling the excitement of the sport with fans currently barred from watching amid the pandemic.
Image: coach_kavanagh /Instagram) coach_kavanagh /Instagram)
"I'm a bit bored of the game," he told ESPN. "I'm here watching the fight. I watched the last show - the Woodley-Burns show - I watched the show tonight. I'm just not excited about the game.
"I don't know if it's no crowd, I don't know what it is, there's just no buzz for me.
"The game just does not excite me, and that's that. All this waiting around; there's nothing happening, I'm going through opponent options, and there's nothing really there at the minute. There's nothing that's exciting me."


thedailymirror--2020-06-08--Katy Perry looking glamorous as she shows off huge baby bump weeks before birth

Katy Perry is blooming as her pregnancy enters its final stages and she is looking all the more glamorous for it .
The 35-year-old singer is expecting her first child with fiancé Orlando Bloom , 43 , 'in the summer ' and she is looking as glamorous as ever as she showed off her huge baby bump .
Katy was one of a host of celebrities that took part in Sunday 's virtual graduation ceremony on YouTube , which celebrated the class of 2020 .
The coronavirus lockdown had meant that many colleges were unable to do their own ceremony @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lady Gaga and the Obamas , in sending out messages of hope and inspiration to this year 's crop of graduates .
The singer performed her latest single Daisies along with a special message but it was Katy 's stunning figure that got people talking on social media .
Along with a video , Katy wrote on Instagram : `` # DearClassof2020 , I hope in the midst of all that is happening in the world , you can take a moment to celebrate the accomplishment of graduating , ' she penned .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ I know you will take everything you ’ ve learned to make the world a better place .
Never let em change you . ''
Katy showed that being an expectant mother is agreeing with her as she showed off her new curves in a form-fitting white dress .
The glammed-up singer had bigged-up her bleach blonde hair as well as adding a pair of drop earrings to the overall look .
With Katy heading towards motherhood , she admitted last month that she 'd had doubts about whether she would be any @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to BBC Radio One , Katy revealed that she had n't previously had a 'maternal gene ' .
The Firework singer said : `` I 've always wanted to be that .
I did n't know if I could be that , or if I 'd have the capacity . '
`` My sister is the most maternal one in my family and I 'm a logistics strategiser , you know , show off , and I did n't have the maternal gene , so I 've had to really learn how to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to reveal that she is planning to keep putting out music until the moment she has to go to hospital for the birth .
She continued : `` My plan pre-COVID was , you know , just to keep going and put out a record in the summer until my waters break , then I was going to transition into being a mum . '
`` But there 's obviously a certain skill set that 's needed in being a full time mum , and I guess I get to have a test @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I go sit in my parked car outside of my house , lock the doors and sometimes just cry off my fake eyelashes . ''
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Katy Perry celebrated the class of 2020 with a special message during a virtual graduation in which she showed off her burgeoning baby bump
Katy Perry looking glamorous as she shows off huge baby bump weeks before birth
Katy Perry is blooming as her pregnancy enters its final stages and she is looking all the more glamorous for it.
The 35-year-old singer is expecting her first child with fiancé Orlando Bloom, 43, 'in the summer' and she is looking as glamorous as ever as she showed off her huge baby bump.
Katy was one of a host of celebrities that took part in Sunday's virtual graduation ceremony on YouTube, which celebrated the class of 2020.
The coronavirus lockdown had meant that many colleges were unable to do their own ceremony, so Katy joined the likes of Lady Gaga and the Obamas, in sending out messages of hope and inspiration to this year's crop of graduates.
Image: katyperry/Instagram) katyperry/Instagram)
The singer performed her latest single Daisies along with a special message but it was Katy's stunning figure that got people talking on social media.
Along with a video, Katy wrote on Instagram : "#DearClassof2020, I hope in the midst of all that is happening in the world, you can take a moment to celebrate the accomplishment of graduating,' she penned.
"You are the future, and I know you will take everything you’ve learned to make the world a better place. Never let em change you."
Katy showed that being an expectant mother is agreeing with her as she showed off her new curves in a form-fitting white dress.
The glammed-up singer had bigged-up her bleach blonde hair as well as adding a pair of drop earrings to the overall look.
With Katy heading towards motherhood, she admitted last month that she'd had doubts about whether she would be any good at bringing up children.
Speaking to BBC Radio One, Katy revealed that she hadn't previously had a 'maternal gene'.
The Firework singer said: "I've always wanted to be that. I didn't know if I could be that, or if I'd have the capacity.'
"My sister is the most maternal one in my family and I'm a logistics strategiser, you know, show off, and I didn't have the maternal gene, so I've had to really learn how to have that."
Katy went on to reveal that she is planning to keep putting out music until the moment she has to go to hospital for the birth.
Image: katyperry/Instagram) katyperry/Instagram)
She continued: "My plan pre-COVID was, you know, just to keep going and put out a record in the summer until my waters break, then I was going to transition into being a mum.'
"But there's obviously a certain skill set that's needed in being a full time mum, and I guess I get to have a test run.
"But like everyone else I go sit in my parked car outside of my house, lock the doors and sometimes just cry off my fake eyelashes."
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thedailymirror--2020-06-08--Boris Johnson says Black Lives Matter protests 'subverted by thuggery'

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said anti-racism protests were `` subverted by thuggery '' as Home Secretary Priti Patel condemned the toppling of a statue of slave trader Edward Colston .
Thousands of anti-racism protesters attended Black Lives Matter rallies across the UK on Sunday which were largely peaceful , although 12 arrestes were made in London following clashes with police which saw eight officers injured , including two seriously .
Mr Johnson tweeted : `` People have a right to protest peacefully & while observing social distancing but they have no right to attack the police .
`` These demonstrations @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they are a betrayal of the cause they purport to serve .
`` Those responsible will be held to account . ''
While the vast majority of protesters demonstrated peacefully , bottles and fireworks were thrown at some officers , the Metropolitan Police said .
While Ms Patel has called the toppling of Bristol 's statue of 17th century slaver and MP Mr Colston by Black Lives Matter demonstrators `` utterly disgraceful '' .
Protesters tore down the bronze memorial to the controversial figure before rolling it into Bristol Harbour .
`` I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ speaks to the acts of public disorder that actually have now become a distraction from the cause in which people are actually protesting about and trying to empathise and sympathise with , '' Ms Patel told the BBC .
`` That is completely an unacceptable act and that speaks to the vandalism - again as we saw yesterday in London - but sheer vandalism and disorder completely is unacceptable . ''
Avon and Somerset Police has launched an investigation and is seeking to identify those involved with the removal of the statue .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ from the removal of the statue , telling Bristol Live it had `` nothing to do with [ them ] '' .
Protester John McAllister described the monument as `` an insult to the people of Bristol '' .
While former Chancellor Sajid Javid tweeted : `` I grew up in Bristol .
I detest how Edward Colston profited from the slave trade .
`` But , THIS IS NOT OK. '' If Bristolians wants to remove a monument it should be done democratically - not by criminal damage . ''
Ms Patel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ illegal '' and `` not in the interest of public health '' .
She said : `` Under the rules we have put in place , it is illegal for gatherings of six or more people outside , in open air , to get together - and that is unacceptable .
`` I would ask people not to protest , to follow the rules that are there , which are there to protect the NHS and save lives . ''
Demonstrators , meanwhile , flooded the streets around the US embassy in central @ @ @ @ @ @ @ against racial injustice and police brutality .
Footage has emerged on social media showing an unsettling incident where police officers appear to be intimidated by protesters outside parliament .
In one video officers were pelted with bottles , traffic cones and other objects , while some wave their arms appealing for it to stop .
Elsewhere , the operational patrol unit of Warwickshire Police tweeted that the M6 southbound was temporarily closed shortly after 6pm due to pedestrian protesters blocking the carriageway at Junction 3 .
Free masks , gloves and hand gel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of people at the US embassy in south-west London for the peaceful protests , sparked by the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis .
Graffiti was scrawled on the statue of former prime minister Sir Winston Churchill in Parliament Square , with spray paint used so the name plate read Churchill `` is a racist '' .
Demonstrations were carried out peacefully for much of yesterday afternoon , but bottles were thrown at officers who caught someone trying to pull a flag on the Cenotaph shortly before 9pm .
The crowd - much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` no justice , no peace '' as they moved down Whitehall and let off smoke bombs as a police helicopter buzzed overhead .
Meanwhile , London Black Lives Matter organised an online protest via Zoom for those who are unable to attend demonstrations in person , which attracted more than 10,000 people .
In Manchester , hundreds crowded into St Peter 's Square , kneeling in silence as a mark of respect for Mr Floyd , who died after a white police officer held him down by pressing a knee into his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Matt Hancock said it is `` undoubtedly a risk '' that there will be an increase in Covid-19 cases following the protests , as he urged people not to gather in groups of more than six people .
Mr Hancock said he supported the activists ' arguments , but said : `` Please do n't gather in groups of more than six people because there is also a pandemic that we must address and control . ''

The PM said protesters have "no right to attack police" after 12 people were arrested during Sunday's demonstrations and , while Home Secretary Priti Patel slammed the destruction of the Colston memorial in Bristol
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said anti-racism protests were "subverted by thuggery" as Home Secretary Priti Patel condemned the toppling of a statue of slave trader Edward Colston.
Thousands of anti-racism protesters attended Black Lives Matter rallies across the UK on Sunday which were largely peaceful, although 12 arrests were made in London following clashes with police which saw eight officers injured, including two seriously.
Mr Johnson tweeted: "People have a right to protest peacefully & while observing social distancing but they have no right to attack the police.
"These demonstrations have been subverted by thuggery - and they are a betrayal of the cause they purport to serve.
Image: NurPhoto/PA Images) NurPhoto/PA Images)
"Those responsible will be held to account."
While the vast majority of protesters demonstrated peacefully, bottles and fireworks were thrown at some officers, the Metropolitan Police said.
While Ms Patel has called the toppling of Bristol's statue of 17th century slaver and MP Mr Colston by Black Lives Matter demonstrators "utterly disgraceful".
Protesters tore down the bronze memorial to the controversial figure before rolling it into Bristol Harbour.
Image: Julian Hamilton/Daily Mirror) Julian Hamilton/Daily Mirror) Image: Getty) Getty)
"I think that is utterly disgraceful and that speaks to the acts of public disorder that actually have now become a distraction from the cause in which people are actually protesting about and trying to empathise and sympathise with," Ms Patel told the BBC.
"That is completely an unacceptable act and that speaks to the vandalism - again as we saw yesterday in London - but sheer vandalism and disorder completely is unacceptable."
Avon and Somerset Police has launched an investigation and is seeking to identify those involved with the removal of the statue.
Image: NurPhoto/PA Images) NurPhoto/PA Images)
Organisers of the protest have distanced themselves from the removal of the statue, telling Bristol Live it had "nothing to do with [them]".
Protester John McAllister described the monument as "an insult to the people of Bristol".
While former Chancellor Sajid Javid tweeted: "I grew up in Bristol. I detest how Edward Colston profited from the slave trade.
Image: NurPhoto/PA Images) NurPhoto/PA Images)
"But, THIS IS NOT OK. If Bristolians wants to remove a monument it should be done democratically - not by criminal damage."
Ms Patel went on to brand the protests "illegal" and "not in the interest of public health".
She said: "Under the rules we have put in place, it is illegal for gatherings of six or more people outside, in open air, to get together - and that is unacceptable.
"I would ask people not to protest, to follow the rules that are there, which are there to protect the NHS and save lives."
Image: PA) PA)
Demonstrators, meanwhile, flooded the streets around the US embassy in central London before marching on Westminster, protesting against racial injustice and police brutality.
Footage has emerged on social media showing an unsettling incident where police officers appear to be intimidated by protesters outside parliament.
In one video officers were pelted with bottles, traffic cones and other objects, while some wave their arms appealing for it to stop.
Image: ANDY RAIN/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock) ANDY RAIN/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock)
Elsewhere, the operational patrol unit of Warwickshire Police tweeted that the M6 southbound was temporarily closed shortly after 6pm due to pedestrian protesters blocking the carriageway at Junction 3.
Free masks, gloves and hand gel were being given out to the thousands of people at the US embassy in south-west London for the peaceful protests, sparked by the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
Graffiti was scrawled on the statue of former prime minister Sir Winston Churchill in Parliament Square, with spray paint used so the name plate read Churchill "is a racist".
Demonstrations were carried out peacefully for much of yesterday afternoon, but bottles were thrown at officers who caught someone trying to pull a flag on the Cenotaph shortly before 9pm.
The crowd - much smaller than earlier on Sunday - shouted "no justice, no peace" as they moved down Whitehall and let off smoke bombs as a police helicopter buzzed overhead.
Meanwhile, London Black Lives Matter organised an online protest via Zoom for those who are unable to attend demonstrations in person, which attracted more than 10,000 people.
In Manchester, hundreds crowded into St Peter's Square, kneeling in silence as a mark of respect for Mr Floyd, who died after a white police officer held him down by pressing a knee into his neck on May 25.
Health Secretary Matt Hancock said it is "undoubtedly a risk" that there will be an increase in Covid-19 cases following the protests, as he urged people not to gather in groups of more than six people.
Mr Hancock said he supported the activists' arguments, but said: "Please don't gather in groups of more than six people because there is also a pandemic that we must address and control."


thedailymirror--2020-06-07--Ryan Giggs explains why Louis van Gaal taught him more than Sir Alex Ferguson

Ryan Giggs has hailed Louis van Gaal as a key mentor in his progress as a manager .
Wales boss Giggs worked as Van Gaal ’ s No.2 at Manchester United for two years , before leaving in 2016 when the Dutchman made way for Jose Mourinho .
Giggs played his entire club career at United under Sir Alex Ferguson , but said working alongside Van Gaal had given him a valuable insight into coaching and tactics .
Asked what it was like working with managers other than Ferguson , Giggs said : “ A different approach , different people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had different international managers , but that ’ s only obviously a short space of time .
“ That ’ s why I talk about Louis , regarding my coaching , because I was actually two years in the meetings and taking responsibility .
“ I talk so fondly of him because that was really my first coaching role , whereas , when you ’ re playing , you don ’ t know the preparation .
“ You don ’ t know what the manager ’ s seen on the videos .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ watching the opposition , but the coaching staff watch hours and hours .
“ So that ’ s completely different , even though you ’ ve worked under a manager for so long .
“ It was more sort of the man-management and the different things that Sir Alex would do that I ’ ve picked up on .
“ Whereas with Louis , obviously I ’ ve seen first-hand why you play the different systems , the reasons for this and the reasons for that .
It was a really good experience.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ on an interim basis in 2014 , after David Moyes was sacked , and said it convinced him about management .
“ Amazing experience and one , really , that made my mind up that I wanted to become a manager , ” said Giggs .
“ I would say up until then that I was still unsure .
I just felt comfortable decision-making .
I felt comfortable in that position .
“ It was a brilliant experience .
I was still doing my pro-licence , but actually being in the job , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the pressure that you put yourself under , you can ’ t prepare yourself for that.
” Giggs , who made a club-record 963 appearances for United over a glittering 24-year period , said the thing he missed most about playing is training .
“ It ’ s the thing I miss , ” Giggs told the official Manchester United podcast .
“ I don ’ t miss the games , I miss training .
“ You enjoy winning the trophies , playing well and scoring goals , but actually , the games @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that surrounds it .
“ But training , I just loved it .
I mean , playing football every day with your mates , it doesn ’ t get any better.
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Manchester United legend Giggs hails Ferguson's man-management, but he says he learned so much from Van Gaal in two years as the Dutchman's No2
Ryan Giggs explains why Louis van Gaal taught him more than Sir Alex Ferguson
Ryan Giggs has hailed Louis van Gaal as a key mentor in his progress as a manager.
Wales boss Giggs worked as Van Gaal’s No.2 at Manchester United for two years, before leaving in 2016 when the Dutchman made way for Jose Mourinho.
Giggs played his entire club career at United under Sir Alex Ferguson, but said working alongside Van Gaal had given him a valuable insight into coaching and tactics.
Asked what it was like working with managers other than Ferguson, Giggs said: “A different approach, different people, different personalities.
“Obviously I had different international managers, but that’s only obviously a short space of time.
Image: PA) PA)
“That’s why I talk about Louis, regarding my coaching, because I was actually two years in the meetings and taking responsibility.
“I talk so fondly of him because that was really my first coaching role, whereas, when you’re playing, you don’t know the preparation.
“You don’t know what the manager’s seen on the videos.
“Players get seven or eight minutes of watching the opposition, but the coaching staff watch hours and hours.
“So that’s completely different, even though you’ve worked under a manager for so long.
“It was more sort of the man-management and the different things that Sir Alex would do that I’ve picked up on.
“Whereas with Louis, obviously I’ve seen first-hand why you play the different systems, the reasons for this and the reasons for that. It was a really good experience.”
Giggs managed United for four games on an interim basis in 2014, after David Moyes was sacked, and said it convinced him about management.
Image: Reuters) Reuters)
“Amazing experience and one, really, that made my mind up that I wanted to become a manager,” said Giggs.
“I would say up until then that I was still unsure. I just felt comfortable decision-making. I felt comfortable in that position.
“It was a brilliant experience. I was still doing my pro-licence, but actually being in the job, having to make the decisions, all the pressure that you put yourself under, you can’t prepare yourself for that.”
Giggs, who made a club-record 963 appearances for United over a glittering 24-year period, said the thing he missed most about playing is training.
Image: X90183) X90183)
“It’s the thing I miss,” Giggs told the official Manchester United podcast. “I don’t miss the games, I miss training.
“You enjoy winning the trophies, playing well and scoring goals, but actually, the games, you don’t enjoy everything that surrounds it.
“But training, I just loved it. I mean, playing football every day with your mates, it doesn’t get any better.”
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thedailymirror--2020-06-07--Brad and Jen's 'special bond' with niece 'they loved like a daughter'

Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston are looking to mark the graduation of the actor 's favourite niece with a special gift .
The 56-year-old Hollywood legend has a strong bond with his brother 's kids and Sydney Pitt was one that he and Friends star Jennifer , 51 , took under their wing when they were together .
According to Aussie gossip mag New Idea , Sydney has a special place in their hearts , with Brad reportedly loving her `` like his own , '' and Jen forming a 'special bond ' with her from when she was a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a prestige college with a degree in architecture , which is alleged inspired by her famous uncle .
Brad has reportedly marked the occasion by giving her an open invitation to use his mansion in Santa Barbara for a celebration , which he bought when married to Jennifer .
It is thought the pair are spoiling Sydney rotten , as reward for all her academic efforts .
An insider told the publication : “ Sydney was born right around when Brad and Jen began dating .
`` She was a tiny baby when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ meet his parents and his brother , Doug – Sydney ’ s dad . ''
The source added : “ Because of that , Jen shares a special bond with her , too .
Sydney has always called her Aunt Jen – something that bothered Angelina no end when Brad was married to her . ''
Sydney is thought to be no stranger to Brad 's beach house as she has enjoyed family holidays there with her dad and siblings Reagan and Landon .
Now Brad and Jen are giving her the keys @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The source continued : “ I ’ ve heard he ’ s even thrown in the use of his beloved Tesla .
He trusts Sydney implicitly , as if she was his own daughter .
“ He knew she had a good head on her shoulders when she started showing interest in studying to be an architect.
” This is a subject that is close to Brad 's heart and he even put his movie career on hold to study the subject with renowned architect Frank Gehry as his tutor .
Speaking about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I ’ m very interested in architecture .
I ’ ve been asked if I ’ d ever direct , but me , I ’ d rather build . ''
Sydney graduated from Drury University in Springfield , which was costing $ 84,000 a year .
Brad reportedly `` couldn ’ t have been prouder , '' of her achievement and the source said that Brad and Jen are getting a photo framed of the happy moment .
The source went on to add : `` Brad and Jen like to think they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ like Sydney , and that they might have even grown up together.
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Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston's favourite niece has graduated and they are reportedly looking to celebrate the occasion in style
Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston's 'special bond' with niece 'they loved like a daughter'
Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston are looking to mark the graduation of the actor's favourite niece with a special gift.
The 56-year-old Hollywood legend has a strong bond with his brother's kids and Sydney Pitt was one that he and Friends star Jennifer, 51, took under their wing when they were together.
According to Aussie gossip mag New Idea, Sydney has a special place in their hearts, with Brad reportedly loving her "like his own," and Jen forming a 'special bond' with her from when she was a newborn.
Now Sydney has graduated from a prestige college with a degree in architecture, which is alleged inspired by her famous uncle.
Image: Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images) Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)
Brad has reportedly marked the occasion by giving her an open invitation to use his mansion in Santa Barbara for a celebration, which he bought when married to Jennifer.
It is thought the pair are spoiling Sydney rotten, as reward for all her academic efforts.
An insider told the publication: “Sydney was born right around when Brad and Jen began dating.
"She was a tiny baby when Brad brought Jen home to Missouri to meet his parents and his brother, Doug – Sydney’s dad."
The source added: “Because of that, Jen shares a special bond with her, too. Sydney has always called her Aunt Jen – something that bothered Angelina no end when Brad was married to her."
Sydney is thought to be no stranger to Brad's beach house as she has enjoyed family holidays there with her dad and siblings Reagan and Landon.
Now Brad and Jen are giving her the keys so that she can holiday alone.
The source continued: “I’ve heard he’s even thrown in the use of his beloved Tesla. He trusts Sydney implicitly, as if she was his own daughter.
“He knew she had a good head on her shoulders when she started showing interest in studying to be an architect.”
This is a subject that is close to Brad's heart and he even put his movie career on hold to study the subject with renowned architect Frank Gehry as his tutor.
Image: Getty Images for Turner) Getty Images for Turner)
Speaking about it previously, Brad said: "I’m very interested in architecture. I’ve been asked if I’d ever direct, but me, I’d rather build."
Sydney graduated from Drury University in Springfield, which was costing $84,000 a year.
Brad reportedly "couldn’t have been prouder," of her achievement and the source said that Brad and Jen are getting a photo framed of the happy moment.
The source went on to add: "Brad and Jen like to think they’d have had a girl just like Sydney, and that they might have even grown up together.”
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thedailymirror--2020-06-07--Brit, 53, could be new UK 'patient zero' after catching Covid before first case

A London art director may have caught coronavirus a month before the UK 's first case was reported .
Susannah Ford , 53 , said she fell ill on January 6 after returning from a skiing holiday in Austria .
An antibody test has revealed the mum-of-two suffered from Covid-19 , which could make her Britain 's new `` patient zero '' .
The first British case was identified in scout-leader Steve Walsh on February 6 , after he caught the virus while on a business trip in Singapore .
Mrs Ford , from west London , told The Sunday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` I ached terribly in every muscle and joint for five days and was too groggy even to go to the Eliot prize for poetry . ''
She was the only family member to suffer from the diseased , and her doctor thought she had a vitamin D deficiency .
`` We didn ’ t go to any clubs or discos , we ate in the hotel every night and were then safely tucked up in bed , '' Mrs Ford added .
`` But I guess when you are skiing you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , lift buttons ... '' Although the antibody test does not confirm when exactly a person contracted coronavirus , Mrs Ford is convinced she had it when she fell ill in January .
Angus Dalgleish , a professor of oncology at St George ’ s Hospital in London , told The Sun : `` I think the virus has been around in the UK a lot longer than the government and Sage [ scientific advisory group for emergencies ] have admitted .
`` That means all the inputs were wrong for modelling and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ what we are dealing with . ''
The first confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK were reported on January 31 , when two Chinese nationals fell ill in York .
Public Health England previously said it could n't dismiss the theory that coronavirus was in the UK `` in December or early January '' .
Data gathered through the Covid-19 symptom-tracking app developed at King ’ s College London also indicates that people in the UK were contracting coronavirus from the start of January .
Epidemiologist professor Tim Spector said : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people who were ill from early January onwards and strongly suggest they had Covid-19 but were not recognised as such . ''
Recently it was revealed a man treated for suspected pneumonia in a hospital near Paris on December 27 had tested positive for the deadly bug .
This has raised the possibility that coronavirus was imported into Europe sooner than previously believed .
More than 40,500 people in the UK have died from coronavirus .

Susannah Ford, 53, said she fell ill two days after returning from a skiing holiday in Austria on January 6, a month before Britain's first known coronavirus case was reported
Brit, 53, could be new coronavirus ‘patient zero’ after catching before first known case
A London art director may have caught coronavirus a month before the UK's first case was reported.
Susannah Ford, 53, said she fell ill on January 6 after returning from a skiing holiday in Austria.
An antibody test has revealed the mum-of-two suffered from Covid-19, which could make her Britain's new "patient zero".
The first British case was identified in scout-leader Steve Walsh on February 6, after he caught the virus while on a business trip in Singapore.
Mrs Ford, from west London, told The Sunday Times : "It felt like death.
"I ached terribly in every muscle and joint for five days and was too groggy even to go to the Eliot prize for poetry."
She was the only family member to suffer from the diseased, and her doctor thought she had a vitamin D deficiency.
"We didn’t go to any clubs or discos, we ate in the hotel every night and were then safely tucked up in bed," Mrs Ford added.
"But I guess when you are skiing you touch lots of things — ski poles, lift buttons..."
Although the antibody test does not confirm when exactly a person contracted coronavirus, Mrs Ford is convinced she had it when she fell ill in January.
Angus Dalgleish, a professor of oncology at St George’s Hospital in London, told The Sun : "I think the virus has been around in the UK a lot longer than the government and Sage [scientific advisory group for emergencies] have admitted.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
"That means all the inputs were wrong for modelling and shows a tremendous lack of understanding of what we are dealing with."
The first confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK were reported on January 31, when two Chinese nationals fell ill in York.
Public Health England previously said it couldn't dismiss the theory that coronavirus was in the UK "in December or early January".
Data gathered through the Covid-19 symptom-tracking app developed at King’s College London also indicates that people in the UK were contracting coronavirus from the start of January.
Epidemiologist professor Tim Spector said: "The reports I am getting are from people who were ill from early January onwards and strongly suggest they had Covid-19 but were not recognised as such."
Recently it was revealed a man treated for suspected pneumonia in a hospital near Paris on December 27 had tested positive for the deadly bug.
This has raised the possibility that coronavirus was imported into Europe sooner than previously believed.
More than 40,500 people in the UK have died from coronavirus.


thedailymirror--2020-06-07--Anthony Joshua hits back at criticism over Black Lives Matter speech

Anthony Joshua has hit back at criticism of his impassioned speech at Saturday 's Black Lives Matter rally in his home town of Watford .
World heavyweight champion Joshua spoke out against looting and rioting and urged demonstrators to protest peacefully during the march , which was held in the wake of George Floyd 's death last month .
While the 30-year-old 's address garnered plenty of support on social media , he also faced a backlash after reading out a speech from somebody who could not attend .
An excerpt from the speech was uploaded to social media in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ where it hurts .
“ Abstain from spending your money in their shops and economies , and invest in black-owned businesses.
” The excerpt attracted some fierce criticism , with some labelling the speech as racist and others saying they would boycott Joshua 's pay-per-view fights .
But Joshua has taken to Twitter to defend himself , clarifying that he was reading out somebody else 's words , and pointing out that he also spoke personally about investing in his community to help forge unity .
Joshua 's tweet on Sunday evening read @ @ @ @ @ @ @ m a racist , go f**k yourself !
“ If you watch the full video , the speech was passed around for someone to read and I took the lead .
“ I personally spoke from the heart about the Watford community , ideas of us personally investing seven figures to create unity and opportunities and adding change to the African/Caribbean community .
“ Shops aren ’ t the issue here .
Before you talk s**t , you better boycott racism .
`` I said what I said and will act to make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ statement on Sunday , Joshua addressed other criticisms regarding social distancing at the event .
“ I understand the concerns in regards to social distancing , '' said the IBF , WBA and WBO world champion .
“ However I hope those who are complaining about social distancing have the same energy about those gathering for a day at the beach [ and ] those going to the park for a picnic.
” Black Lives Matter protests took place in the UK on Saturday following the death of Mr Floyd , an African @ @ @ @ @ @ @ custody in Minneapolis last month .

Joshua was criticised on social media after reading a speech by somebody who could not attend Saturday's rally, and has responded by saying: 'If you think I’m a racist, go f**k yourself!'
Anthony Joshua has hit back at criticism of his impassioned speech at Saturday's Black Lives Matter rally in his home town of Watford.
World heavyweight champion Joshua spoke out against looting and rioting and urged demonstrators to protest peacefully during the march, which was held in the wake of George Floyd's death last month.
While the 30-year-old's address garnered plenty of support on social media, he also faced a backlash after reading out a speech from somebody who could not attend.
An excerpt from the speech was uploaded to social media in which Joshua said: "Show them where it hurts.
“Abstain from spending your money in their shops and economies, and invest in black-owned businesses.”
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
The excerpt attracted some fierce criticism, with some labelling the speech as racist and others saying they would boycott Joshua's pay-per-view fights.
But Joshua has taken to Twitter to defend himself, clarifying that he was reading out somebody else's words, and pointing out that he also spoke personally about investing in his community to help forge unity.
Joshua's tweet on Sunday evening read: "If you think I’m a racist, go f**k yourself!
“If you watch the full video, the speech was passed around for someone to read and I took the lead.
“I personally spoke from the heart about the Watford community, ideas of us personally investing seven figures to create unity and opportunities and adding change to the African/Caribbean community.
“Shops aren’t the issue here. Before you talk s**t, you better boycott racism.
"I said what I said and will act to make the change."
In an earlier statement on Sunday, Joshua addressed other criticisms regarding social distancing at the event.
“I understand the concerns in regards to social distancing," said the IBF, WBA and WBO world champion.
“However I hope those who are complaining about social distancing have the same energy about those gathering for a day at the beach [and] those going to the park for a picnic.”
Black Lives Matter protests took place in the UK on Saturday following the death of Mr Floyd, an African American man who died while in police custody in Minneapolis last month.


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thedailymirror--2020-06-07--Millie Mackintosh shares first picture of baby girl after announcing her name

Millie Mackintosh has shared the first picture of her baby girl .
The former Made in Chelsea star , who has just welcomed her first child with her husband of two years Hugo Taylor , posed for a stunning photoshoot with her newborn .
It comes after Millie announced that they 've named their little bundle of joy Sienna Grace Taylor .
In the photoshoot for Hello !
magazine , Millie looked stunning in a frilly white dress as she cradled little Sienna , who wore a matching onesie , in her arms .
The reality TV star , 30 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as she smiled for the camera in the striking photo .
Millie accessorised with a pair of eyecatching gold earrings and wore natural makeup .
Proving she 's already a natural for the cameras , Sienna nestled into her mum 's chest for the photo .
The pictures appeared to be taken in Sienna 's nursery .
Millie and Hugo revealed they picked out Sienna 's name a few months before she was born .
They also opened up about adjusting to life as new parents in the interview .
She told the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cloud nine ; it 's gone so quickly .
`` We 've been in our little love bubble at home , cherishing those newborn moments , whether that 's her sleeping on me or just lapping up all the cuteness . ''
Hugo added : `` Sienna has turned our world upside down .
It 's like first love all over again – that wondrous feeling of excitement , joy and endless possibility for the future .
I ca n't wait to watch her grow . ''
*Hello !
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Millie Mackintosh posed for a stunning photoshoot with her newborn, who she shares with her husband of two years Hugo Taylor
Millie Mackintosh shares first picture of baby girl after announcing her name
Millie Mackintosh has shared the first picture of her baby girl.
The former Made in Chelsea star, who has just welcomed her first child with her husband of two years Hugo Taylor, posed for a stunning photoshoot with her newborn.
It comes after Millie announced that they've named their little bundle of joy Sienna Grace Taylor.
In the photoshoot for Hello! magazine, Millie looked stunning in a frilly white dress as she cradled little Sienna, who wore a matching onesie, in her arms.
The reality TV star, 30, sported a stunning new mum glow as she smiled for the camera in the striking photo.
Image: PA) PA) Image: milliemackintosh/Instagram) milliemackintosh/Instagram)
Millie accessorised with a pair of eyecatching gold earrings and wore natural makeup.
Proving she's already a natural for the cameras, Sienna nestled into her mum's chest for the photo.
The pictures appeared to be taken in Sienna's nursery.
Image: Millie Mackintosh/Instagram) Millie Mackintosh/Instagram)
Millie and Hugo revealed they picked out Sienna's name a few months before she was born.
They also opened up about adjusting to life as new parents in the interview.
She told the magazine: "We've been on cloud nine; it's gone so quickly.
Image: PA) PA)
"We've been in our little love bubble at home, cherishing those newborn moments, whether that's her sleeping on me or just lapping up all the cuteness."
Hugo added: "Sienna has turned our world upside down. It's like first love all over again – that wondrous feeling of excitement, joy and endless possibility for the future. I can't wait to watch her grow."
*Hello! magazine is on sale now


thedailymirror--2020-06-07--Strictly's Kelvin Fletcher and wife pile on PDA months after Oti Mabuse drama

Kelvin Fletcher and his wife Elizabeth Marsland are more loved-up than ever months after rumours swirled about the soap star and his Strictly partner Oti Mabuse .
The former Emmerdale hunk and Strictly champion raised eyebrows during his stint on the show last year as his close friendship with Oti reportedly caused friction between Kelvin and his wife 's marriage .
But the gorgeous couple , who have been married since 2015 , look happier than ever together as they continue to work on their relationship after the whispers emerged .
Kelvin and Liz piled on the PDA as they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Hello !
magazine .
The doting parents , who share two kids together , were all smiles as Liz placed her hand on top of Kelvin 's , which was resting on his lap .
Kelvin and Liz were sat very close together to show off their bond .
The hunky dad showed off his incredible hair transformation , as he appears to have dyed his hair bleach blond in lockdown .
Kelvin 's bulging biceps were on full display as he snuggled close to his wife .
The soap star first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were partnered up for Strictly Come Dancing .
The pair quickly hit it off , appearing all over each other 's Instagrams , and their chemistry caught the eye of the Strictly judges as they scored high up on the leaderboard week in , week out .
Their sexy rumba to Bill Withers ' Ai n't No Sunshine got Twitter aflame with speculation there was more than meets the eye , especially when Kelvin was caught on camera stroking Oti 's hip as they nervously waited for their scores .
But the actor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ could hit his marriage , telling fans he wanted them to believe that he and Oti were in love when they watched their routines .
`` Why else do we watch Strictly ?
You 've got these people and they have to look so majestic and beautiful and endearing and the story looks like , 'Oh there 's something going on there ' , '' he pointed out .
`` Two strangers spend ten hours a day together , connected by the hip , naturally touching and very close — nose to nose @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there of what people will be looking at .
`` If you 've not bought into it then there 's something missing .
So I absolutely expect , and I hope , that people watch me and Oti and see whatever narrative it is — whether that be that we 're in love — I want people to believe it . ''
Kelvin was even papped getting late-night drinks with his pro partner earlier this year after they lifted the Glitterball trophy .
Kelvin 's wife was reportedly fuming about Kelvin 's nights @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the couple explaining : `` She was not worried about anything going on between them , it was the fact that she was at home doing all the motherly things and here he was out gallivanting .
`` She feels a bit silly now but to be honest he should n't have put her in that situation where she had all her friends ringing her yesterday morning asking if she was OK. She hated being put in that position and felt like a fool . ''
They added : `` But he is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kelvin could have been out with Johannes Radebe and fellow professional Graziano di Prima and her response would have been exactly the same . ''
Fast-forward a few months , and it seems Kelvin and his wife are working on their romance as they appear to be more content than ever .
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KELVIN: "I HAD AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE ON THE SHOW WITH OTI"
KELVIN: "I HAD AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE ON THE SHOW WITH OTI"
Kelvin Fletcher and his wife Elizabeth Marsland look happier than ever months after rumours circled about the soap star and his pro partner
Strictly's Kelvin Fletcher and his wife Liz pile on the PDA months after Oti Mabuse drama
Kelvin Fletcher and his wife Elizabeth Marsland are more loved-up than ever months after rumours swirled about the soap star and his Strictly partner Oti Mabuse.
The former Emmerdale hunk and Strictly champion raised eyebrows during his stint on the show last year as his close friendship with Oti reportedly caused friction between Kelvin and his wife's marriage.
But the gorgeous couple, who have been married since 2015, look happier than ever together as they continue to work on their relationship after the whispers emerged.
Kelvin and Liz piled on the PDA as they posed together for a stunning couples shoot in Hello! magazine.
Image: PA) PA)
The doting parents, who share two kids together, were all smiles as Liz placed her hand on top of Kelvin's, which was resting on his lap.
Kelvin and Liz were sat very close together to show off their bond.
The hunky dad showed off his incredible hair transformation, as he appears to have dyed his hair bleach blond in lockdown.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Kelvin's bulging biceps were on full display as he snuggled close to his wife.
The soap star first met Oti in September 2019 when they were partnered up for Strictly Come Dancing.
The pair quickly hit it off, appearing all over each other's Instagrams, and their chemistry caught the eye of the Strictly judges as they scored high up on the leaderboard week in, week out.
Image: PA) PA)
Their sexy rumba to Bill Withers' Ain't No Sunshine got Twitter aflame with speculation there was more than meets the eye, especially when Kelvin was caught on camera stroking Oti's hip as they nervously waited for their scores.
But the actor laughed off rumours the Strictly 'Curse' could hit his marriage, telling fans he wanted them to believe that he and Oti were in love when they watched their routines.
"Why else do we watch Strictly? You've got these people and they have to look so majestic and beautiful and endearing and the story looks like, 'Oh there's something going on there'," he pointed out.
Image: kelvin_fletcher/Instagram) kelvin_fletcher/Instagram)
"Two strangers spend ten hours a day together, connected by the hip, naturally touching and very close — nose to nose. There's a lot of signals there of what people will be looking at.
"If you've not bought into it then there's something missing. So I absolutely expect, and I hope, that people watch me and Oti and see whatever narrative it is — whether that be that we're in love — I want people to believe it."
Kelvin was even papped getting late-night drinks with his pro partner earlier this year after they lifted the Glitterball trophy.
Image: PA) PA)
Kelvin's wife was reportedly fuming about Kelvin's nights out, with a source close to the couple explaining: "She was not worried about anything going on between them, it was the fact that she was at home doing all the motherly things and here he was out gallivanting.
"She feels a bit silly now but to be honest he shouldn't have put her in that situation where she had all her friends ringing her yesterday morning asking if she was OK. She hated being put in that position and felt like a fool."
They added: "But he is home now and everything is fine. Kelvin could have been out with Johannes Radebe and fellow professional Graziano di Prima and her response would have been exactly the same."
Fast-forward a few months, and it seems Kelvin and his wife are working on their romance as they appear to be more content than ever.
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thedailymirror--2020-06-07--ADVERTORIAL: Couple learn they've won Lottery live on Zoom - and their reactions are amazing

A British couple are among the first people ever to learn of a Lottery win over Zoom .
Delighted duo Adrian and Deborah Gelston scooped £100,000 playing People 's Postcode Lottery after their address in Rugby came up trumps .
Winners usually get a knock at their door as seen on the TV adverts - but because of social distancing officials have launched in a new way of breaking the news .
The couple , who have been together for 30 years , had their cheques revealed by People ’ s Postcode Lottery ambassador Matt Johnson over video call .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Adrian , 49 , who works at a local school , said : `` Oh my god !
That ’ s fantastic !
I think I love you Matt ! ''
And 48-year-old wife Deborah added : `` I ’ m going to cry .
I really can ’ t believe it , it ’ s amazing . ''
With Adrian turning 50 this year , the couple said they plan to spend some of their winnings on a luxury holiday in the future .
Deborah explained : `` We went to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our 25 wedding anniversary and we ’ d love to go again . ''
Adrian added : `` We planned it for a really long time .
It was meant to be a once in a lifetime trip , but we ’ ve been wanting to go back .
Now it ’ s actually on the cards !
`` We ’ ll also need to go to Vegas for my 50 !
We ’ ve been before with friends and enjoyed it so much .
We looked at it earlier in the year @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hopefully we can go at some point in the future . ''
Adrian and Deborah netted £50k each , thanks to them both playing with a ticket in their postcode CV21 1XE .
After having a few hours to get over the shock , Adrian said : “ The shaking has settled down .
It was an amazing feeling when I saw the cheque , it ’ s all going in now .
“ The first thing I did was phone my mum who was in tears .
You ’ ve made our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lottery costs £10 a month to play and there are guaranteed winners every day .
People play with their chosen postcode and are automatically entered into all draws .
People ’ s Postcode Lottery ambassador Matt Johnson said he was over the moon for the lucky couple .
He went on : `` It sounds like Adrian will be having a fabulous 50 birthday thanks to the win !
Even though I was unable to visit them in person , I feel very lucky to have shared this moment with them and see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A minimum of 32 % of ticket sales goes directly to charities and players of People ’ s Postcode Lottery have helped raise more than £500 million to date for good causes across Great Britain and internationally .
This draw was promoted on behalf of People ’ s Postcode Trust .
The trust provides project-based funding in Great Britain to good causes which promote human rights , combatting discrimination , and prevent poverty .
For more information on People ’ s Postcode Lottery , please visit www.postcodelottery.co.uk or Facebook and Twitter .

A British couple are among the first people ever to learn of a Lottery win over Zoom.
Delighted duo Adrian and Deborah Gelston scooped £100,000 playing People's Postcode Lottery after their address in Rugby came up trumps.
Winners usually get a knock at their door as seen on the TV adverts - but because of social distancing officials have launched in a new way of breaking the news.
The couple, who have been together for 30 years, had their cheques revealed by People’s Postcode Lottery ambassador Matt Johnson over video call.
On hearing the amazing news, thrilled Adrian, 49, who works at a local school, said: "Oh my god! That’s fantastic! I think I love you Matt!"
And 48-year-old wife Deborah added: "I’m going to cry. I really can’t believe it, it’s amazing."
With Adrian turning 50 this year, the couple said they plan to spend some of their winnings on a luxury holiday in the future.
Deborah explained: "We went to the Maldives a couple of years ago for our 25 wedding anniversary and we’d love to go again."
Adrian added: "We planned it for a really long time. It was meant to be a once in a lifetime trip, but we’ve been wanting to go back. Now it’s actually on the cards!
"We’ll also need to go to Vegas for my 50! We’ve been before with friends and enjoyed it so much. We looked at it earlier in the year but couldn’t afford it. Hopefully we can go at some point in the future."
Adrian and Deborah netted £50k each, thanks to them both playing with a ticket in their postcode CV21 1XE.
After having a few hours to get over the shock, Adrian said: “The shaking has settled down. It was an amazing feeling when I saw the cheque, it’s all going in now.
“The first thing I did was phone my mum who was in tears. You’ve made our lives!”
People’s Postcode Lottery costs £10 a month to play and there are guaranteed winners every day. People play with their chosen postcode and are automatically entered into all draws.
People’s Postcode Lottery ambassador Matt Johnson said he was over the moon for the lucky couple. He went on: "It sounds like Adrian will be having a fabulous 50 birthday thanks to the win! Even though I was unable to visit them in person, I feel very lucky to have shared this moment with them and see how happy they both were."
A minimum of 32% of ticket sales goes directly to charities and players of People’s Postcode Lottery have helped raise more than £500 million to date for good causes across Great Britain and internationally.
This draw was promoted on behalf of People’s Postcode Trust. The trust provides project-based funding in Great Britain to good causes which promote human rights, combatting discrimination, and prevent poverty.
For more information on People’s Postcode Lottery, please visit www.postcodelottery.co.uk or Facebook and Twitter.


thedailymirror--2020-06-07--Peter Falconio killer urged to 'stand up' and give up body location 15 years on

One of the officers responsible for leading the investigation into the disappearance of Peter Falconio and subsequent conviction of Bradley Murdoch has urged him to “ stand up ” and reveal the location of the body .
Murdoch was convicted in 2005 of murdering Mr Falconio , 28 , and assaulting his girlfriend Joanne Lees , then 27 , on a remote stretch of highway in July 2001 .
But a body has never been found .
John Daulby , former assistant commissioner of Northern Territory Police 1992-2005 , says : “ I hope we do find Peter Falconio .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ knows where Pete is buried and that is Murdoch .
`` Has he got anything in him to stand up and say where that is ?
I hope so .
I really hope so.
” Daulby is speaking in the final part of a new four part Channel 4 documentary starting which started Sunday night looking at the case and shows Andrew Fraser , formerly one of Australia 's foremost criminal defence lawyers , heading up the reinvestigation and trying to get a petition of mercy to get Murdoch parole in the future @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Fraser says the conviction is “ riddled with doubt ” and several experts insist that DNA results are flawed and CCTV footage used to supposedly identify Murdoch near the scene is inaccurate .
But police officers and journalists reporting on the case all remain convinced Murdoch was rightfully convicted .
Denise Hurley , the police liaison officer that worked with Joanna Lees after Falconio 's disappearance in the Northern Territory in Australia says : “ I always thought Joanne Lees was telling the truth and Murdoch was guilty .
“ I was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ because it gave some closure to the Falconio family , it gave some closure to Joanne Lees and it also gave closure to the police which was really important.
” *Murder in the Outback : The Falconio and Lees Mystery continues on Channel 4 and is available for stream on All4 .
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Bradley Murdoch has been called upon by authorities to reveal where the body of backpacker Peter Falconio is, over 15 years after he disappeared
Peter Falconio killer urged to 'stand up' and give up body location 15 years on
One of the officers responsible for leading the investigation into the disappearance of Peter Falconio and subsequent conviction of Bradley Murdoch has urged him to “stand up” and reveal the location of the body.
Murdoch was convicted in 2005 of murdering Mr Falconio, 28, and assaulting his girlfriend Joanne Lees, then 27, on a remote stretch of highway in July 2001.
But a body has never been found.
John Daulby, former assistant commissioner of Northern Territory Police 1992-2005, says: “I hope we do find Peter Falconio. But there is only one person who knows where Pete is buried and that is Murdoch.
"Has he got anything in him to stand up and say where that is? I hope so. I really hope so.”
Image: Huddersfield Daily Examiner) Huddersfield Daily Examiner)
Daulby is speaking in the final part of a new four part Channel 4 documentary starting which started Sunday night looking at the case and shows Andrew Fraser, formerly one of Australia's foremost criminal defence lawyers, heading up the reinvestigation and trying to get a petition of mercy to get Murdoch parole in the future.
As the Mirror reported last week, Fraser says the conviction is “riddled with doubt” and several experts insist that DNA results are flawed and CCTV footage used to supposedly identify Murdoch near the scene is inaccurate.
But police officers and journalists reporting on the case all remain convinced Murdoch was rightfully convicted.
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Denise Hurley, the police liaison officer that worked with Joanna Lees after Falconio's disappearance in the Northern Territory in Australia says: “I always thought Joanne Lees was telling the truth and Murdoch was guilty.
“I was pleased that they found Murdoch guilty particularly because it gave some closure to the Falconio family, it gave some closure to Joanne Lees and it also gave closure to the police which was really important.”
*Murder in the Outback: The Falconio and Lees Mystery continues on Channel 4 and is available for stream on All4.
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thedailymirror--2020-06-07--Two kids aged about 4 and 6 spotted walking in dark sparking major police search

Police have launched a major helicopter search after two young children , thought to be aged about four and six @ @ @ @ @ in Hertford Heath .
Hertfordshire Constabulary posted the emergency alert after the children were seen @ @ @ @ @ on Sunday .
It 's thought that a boy , around four or five , @ @ @ @ @ a young girl , aged six or seven .
Police say a caller reported that @ @ @ @ @ clothes .
In a Facebook post , the constabulary said : `` We are currently @ @ @ @ @ resident reported seeing two very young children walking towards Hoddesdon , apparently without an adult @ @ @ @ @ they had seen a boy , aged four or five , and a girl , @ @ @ @ @ old , both wearing dark clothing , walking along London Road .
`` They alerted @ @ @ @ @ specialist teams are now in the area , including the police helicopter .
`` If @ @ @ @ @ please call 999 , quoting ISR 648 . ''

Witnesses reported seeing a boy and girl walking alone down a main road on Sunday night in Hertford Heath, Hertfordshire, with specialist police teams launching an urgent search
Two kids aged about 4 and 6 spotted walking in dark sparking police helicopter search
Police have launched a major helicopter search after two young children, thought to be aged about four and six, reportedly spotted walking alone in Hertford Heath.
Hertfordshire Constabulary posted the emergency alert after the children were seen on London Road around 9.45pm on Sunday.
It's thought that a boy, around four or five, was walking towards Hoddesdon with a young girl, aged six or seven.
Police say a caller reported that they were both in dark clothes.
In a Facebook post, the constabulary said: "We are currently searching Hertford Heath after a resident reported seeing two very young children walking towards Hoddesdon, apparently without an adult.
"The caller said they had seen a boy, aged four or five, and a girl, around six or seven years old, both wearing dark clothing, walking along London Road.
"They alerted police at around 9.45pm and specialist teams are now in the area, including the police helicopter.
"If you have any information, please call 999, quoting ISR 648."


thedailymirror--2020-06-07--NXT TakeOver In Your House: Preview, predictions and full card

WWE has a knack of dipping into the archives in order to give the fans a feel good throwback .
This time NXT have revived another former pay-per-view brand to bring into 2020 as we see the first In Your House event in more than 20 years .
The In Your House series of events featured some of the most iconic matches In WWE history including the debut of both the Hell in a Cell cage and Kane in the main event of 1997'ss Badd Blood , when Shawn Michaels faced The Undertaker for the WWE title .
This was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Big Show in WWE , as he threw 'Stone Cold ' Steve Austin out of the cage in his match against Mr McMahon – enabling the Texas Rattlesnake to defeat the boss in order to earn a title match at that year 's WrestleMania .
And then there was one of the most iconic matches in WWE history , the 10-man tag team main event at Canadian Stampede , pitting hometown favourites The Hart Foundation against Steve Austin , Goldust , Ken Shamrock and the Legion of Doom , in front of a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the black and gold brand 's roster get their opportunity to spark off nostalgia with another network special – the first NXT TakeOver with the newly installed Performance Centre 'crowd ' .
Mirror Sport 's John Isherwood runs down the card and gives his predictions on what is set to be a stellar night of action in Florida .
Tensions have been boiling over as these six ladies have faced each other in a variety of matches recently .
Shotzi Blackheart has been capturing a lot of attention recently with her unique @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also proved a great backup for the Wales ' shiniest wizard - Tegan Nox .
Candace LaRae has become the wildcard in this match , siding with Kai and Gonzalez after going through a major attitude adjustment along with her husband Johnny Gargano .
Whereas the story between Nox and Kai will form the crux of the match , the Poison Pixie LaRae could seize her moment with a standout performance .
Do n't expect her to be on the winning team though , the faces should pick up the feel good win @ @ @ @ @ @ @ could have been the catalyst that truly saw the Prince reinvent himself .
Since his arrival he 's set his eyes on the NXT Championship , turned heel and seemingly had a programme with Walter sidelined due to the ongoing pandemic .
Truth be told , Balor 's return to NXT has stalled more times than a learner driver .
Now he 's locked in a match with another man who has had mixed fortunes on the black and gold brand .
The former Punishment Martinez has the look , the swagger and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ much of note so far in NXT .
This match against Balor could be Priest 's time to shine .
Balor wo n't suffer from a loss and as the world begins to get back to normal will surely resume his rivalry with the NXT UK Champion .
Priest could get a tremendous boost with the win here , expect him to put the Prince down .
Not since the debut of Shinsuke Nakamura in NXT has a superstar 's entrance become one of the biggest talking points of the brand .
Racking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ social channels , the debut of the former Lucha Underground and Impact Wrestling standout was one to truly behold .
Flanked by his real-life partner Scarlett , Karrion Kross ' intimidating trip to the ring is one of WWE 's truly standout moments .
Before he even gets in the ring , it 's clear that Kross and Scarlett are stars and WWE bookers are all in on the pair .
A brooding , gothic , horror movie approach to the ring full of smoke , intimidation and the scary , yet captivating @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you to your seat and then the action starts .
We 've only seen glimpses of Kross in squash matches on NXT , but what we do know is that he is quick , brutal and athletic , all traits that his opponent here has in spades .
Ciampa was the victim of Killer Kross ' first appearance on WWE TV and the Sicilian Psycho has been out for revenge ever since .
This match has potential to be one of the best of the evening .
Two opponents with similar styles , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ different speed .
What is clear to see though is that this match will be hard hitting , brutal and not for the faint hearted .
With this being Kross ' first shot at the big time , do n't expect him to lose here .
However , this will not be like his previous encounters on NXT TV .
Ciampa is going to take it to Kross , but it wo n't be enough .
Keith Lee ended 2019 on such an immeasurable high .
His standout Survivor Series performance and the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Limitless one even more credibility than he already had .
This was followed by a breakout moment with Brock Lesnar in the 2020 Royal Rumble .
Pretty much every wrestling commentator was predicting huge things for Lee this year and as we reach the midway point of the year , not much is happening .
It 's true to say that his matches with Dominik Dijakovic were fantastic , however that feud was played out and despite knowing the quality of another match between the two big men , it truly was n't @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wheel since then and done little of note as opposed to Johnny Gargano who has reinvented himself and settled into his new persona perfectly .
Johnny Wrestling is no longer a rebel heart , but after his victory over Tomasso Ciampa in their wild brawl , the new Johnny Gargano was born and in turn reignited his status in NXT .
Lee has had an incredible run as North American champion and is going to be a huge star , sadly he 's another one whose progress has probably been affected by COVID-19 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Taking the tile off him does no harm and will give Gargano something else to use as his star rises again .
Charlotte Flair ( C ) vs Io Shirai vs Rhea Ripley There can be no doubt that the workhorse of WWE since the pandemic affected production has been Charlotte Flair .
After defeating Rhea Ripley at WrestleMania , Flair has appeared on all three shows , interacting with top talent and defending her title in the process .
The Queen is on top for a reason and she ’ s proving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Shirai for the NXT Women ’ s championship was far from a classic , yet gave a glimpse into what we could expect from the pair in the future and also heralded the return of the Nightmare , as Ripley came back to NXT to make her mark on the title picture .
Ripley 's revenge is such an easy plot to point out .
For her to simply win the title back after returning mere weeks ago would only reset the status quo in the women ’ s division .
A victory @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and give us a fresh feud for the future .
Charlotte does n't 'need ' the NXT title , neither does she need to keep appearing on all three shows .
Once the Backlash dust settles she could find her way back to Raw for example with a potential return match with Asuka on the cards .
Io 's stock has risen since her ladder match victory on NXT .
Giving her the title would be a fair reward and instead of seeing something we 've already witnessed in a Ripley vs Flair @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more exciting to think about .
WWE 's world of cinematic matches looks to continue here with the Velveteen Dreams 'last chance ' at the NXT Championship , which has been held for just over one year now by Adam Cole .
The leader of the Undisputed Era has become the longest reigning NXT Champion and deservedly so .
Consistently performing at exceptional levels and featuring in some of the most standout matches in NXT over the past few years , including a defence against the Velveteen Dream .
This particular match has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will it be a 'Backlot Brawl ' - seemingly signifying that we 're going to see another cinematic style encounter , but also this is Dream 's 'last chance at the NXT title ' according to general manager William Regal .
Normally this telegraphs that the challenger will pick up the win , and I think that 's where this is going .
The brawl element indicates we wo n't see much in ring action and that gives the other Undisputed Era boys a chance to interfere .
However the cinematic potential of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ surely they ca n't pass up here .
Whatever happens , this match should contain some exciting visuals .
A reset for the Undisputed Era would be fine , giving them a chance to lock horns with Imperium again in the future and ready made matches with Lee and Balor are there for Cole .
Karrion Kross looks like he 's shooting for the top and seeing his monster presence vs Dream 's style and character will be something to behold .
1 .
Mia Yim , Shotzi Blackheart and Tegan Nox vs. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ González - Six-woman tag team match 4 .
Keith Lee ( c ) vs. Johnny Gargano - Singles match for the NXT North American Championship 5 .
Charlotte Flair ( c ) vs. Rhea Ripley vs. Io Shirai - Triple threat match for the NXT Women 's Championship 6 .
Adam Cole ( c ) vs. Velveteen Dream - Last Chance Backlot Brawl for the NXT Championship

Adam Cole and Velveteen Dream collide over the NXT Championship, Charlotte Flair, Rhea Ripley and Io Shirai battle it out, and Karrion Kross makes his debut
WWE has a knack of dipping into the archives in order to give the fans a feel good throwback.
This time NXT have revived another former pay-per-view brand to bring into 2020 as we see the first In Your House event in more than 20 years.
The In Your House series of events featured some of the most iconic matches In WWE history including the debut of both the Hell in a Cell cage and Kane in the main event of 1997'ss Badd Blood, when Shawn Michaels faced The Undertaker for the WWE title.
This was followed by the first appearance of the Big Show in WWE, as he threw 'Stone Cold' Steve Austin out of the cage in his match against Mr McMahon – enabling the Texas Rattlesnake to defeat the boss in order to earn a title match at that year's WrestleMania.
And then there was one of the most iconic matches in WWE history, the 10-man tag team main event at Canadian Stampede, pitting hometown favourites The Hart Foundation against Steve Austin, Goldust, Ken Shamrock and the Legion of Doom, in front of a red hot crowd.
Now in 2020, the black and gold brand's roster get their opportunity to spark off nostalgia with another network special – the first NXT TakeOver with the newly installed Performance Centre 'crowd'.
Mirror Sport's John Isherwood runs down the card and gives his predictions on what is set to be a stellar night of action in Florida.
Shotzi Blackheart, Tegan Nox & Mia Yim vs Candice LaRae, Dakota Kai and Raquel Gonzalez
Six-woman tag team match
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Tensions have been boiling over as these six ladies have faced each other in a variety of matches recently. Shotzi Blackheart has been capturing a lot of attention recently with her unique entrance and blistering attack. She's also proved a great backup for the Wales' shiniest wizard - Tegan Nox. Candace LaRae has become the wildcard in this match, siding with Kai and Gonzalez after going through a major attitude adjustment along with her husband Johnny Gargano.
Whereas the story between Nox and Kai will form the crux of the match, the Poison Pixie LaRae could seize her moment with a standout performance. Don't expect her to be on the winning team though, the faces should pick up the feel good win.
Predicted winners: Nox, Yim and Blackheart
Finn Balor vs Damian Priest
Singles match
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Finn Balor's return to NXT could have been the catalyst that truly saw the Prince reinvent himself. Since his arrival he's set his eyes on the NXT Championship, turned heel and seemingly had a programme with Walter sidelined due to the ongoing pandemic. Truth be told, Balor's return to NXT has stalled more times than a learner driver. Now he's locked in a match with another man who has had mixed fortunes on the black and gold brand.
The former Punishment Martinez has the look, the swagger and can go, yet hasn't done much of note so far in NXT. This match against Balor could be Priest's time to shine. Balor won't suffer from a loss and as the world begins to get back to normal will surely resume his rivalry with the NXT UK Champion. Priest could get a tremendous boost with the win here, expect him to put the Prince down.
Predicted winner: Damien Priest
Tommaso Ciampa vs Karrion Kross(with Scarlett)
Singles match
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Not since the debut of Shinsuke Nakamura in NXT has a superstar's entrance become one of the biggest talking points of the brand. Racking up huge numbers on WWE's official social channels, the debut of the former Lucha Underground and Impact Wrestling standout was one to truly behold.
Flanked by his real-life partner Scarlett, Karrion Kross' intimidating trip to the ring is one of WWE's truly standout moments. Before he even gets in the ring, it's clear that Kross and Scarlett are stars and WWE bookers are all in on the pair. A brooding, gothic, horror movie approach to the ring full of smoke, intimidation and the scary, yet captivating antics of Scarlett is designed to pin you to your seat and then the action starts.
We've only seen glimpses of Kross in squash matches on NXT, but what we do know is that he is quick, brutal and athletic, all traits that his opponent here has in spades. Ciampa was the victim of Killer Kross' first appearance on WWE TV and the Sicilian Psycho has been out for revenge ever since. This match has potential to be one of the best of the evening.
Two opponents with similar styles, yet both play their game at a different speed. What is clear to see though is that this match will be hard hitting, brutal and not for the faint hearted. With this being Kross' first shot at the big time, don't expect him to lose here. However, this will not be like his previous encounters on NXT TV. Ciampa is going to take it to Kross, but it won't be enough.
Predicted winner: Karrion Kross
Keith Lee ( C ) vs Johnny Gargano
Singles match for the NXT North American Title
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Keith Lee ended 2019 on such an immeasurable high. His standout Survivor Series performance and the 'rub' from Roman Reigns gave the Limitless one even more credibility than he already had. This was followed by a breakout moment with Brock Lesnar in the 2020 Royal Rumble. Pretty much every wrestling commentator was predicting huge things for Lee this year and as we reach the midway point of the year, not much is happening.
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It's true to say that his matches with Dominik Dijakovic were fantastic, however that feud was played out and despite knowing the quality of another match between the two big men, it truly wasn't needed. Lee has been spinning the wheel since then and done little of note as opposed to Johnny Gargano who has reinvented himself and settled into his new persona perfectly.
Johnny Wrestling is no longer a rebel heart, but after his victory over Tomasso Ciampa in their wild brawl, the new Johnny Gargano was born and in turn reignited his status in NXT. Lee has had an incredible run as North American champion and is going to be a huge star, sadly he's another one whose progress has probably been affected by COVID-19 and the lack of other feuds. Taking the tile off him does no harm and will give Gargano something else to use as his star rises again.
Predicted winner: Johnny Gargano
Charlotte Flair (C) vs Io Shirai vs Rhea Ripley
Triple threat match for the NXT Women's Championship
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There can be no doubt that the workhorse of WWE since the pandemic affected production has been Charlotte Flair. After defeating Rhea Ripley at WrestleMania, Flair has appeared on all three shows, interacting with top talent and defending her title in the process. The Queen is on top for a reason and she’s proving it weekly. Her match with Io Shirai for the NXT Women’s championship was far from a classic, yet gave a glimpse into what we could expect from the pair in the future and also heralded the return of the Nightmare, as Ripley came back to NXT to make her mark on the title picture.
Ripley's revenge is such an easy plot to point out. For her to simply win the title back after returning mere weeks ago would only reset the status quo in the women’s division. A victory for Shirai however would be welcome here and give us a fresh feud for the future. Charlotte doesn't 'need' the NXT title, neither does she need to keep appearing on all three shows. Once the Backlash dust settles she could find her way back to Raw for example with a potential return match with Asuka on the cards. Io's stock has risen since her ladder match victory on NXT. Giving her the title would be a fair reward and instead of seeing something we've already witnessed in a Ripley vs Flair reunion, Shirai vs Ripley is way more exciting to think about.
Predicted winner: Io Shirai
Adam Cole (C) v Velveteen Dream
'Backlot Brawl' for the NXT Championship
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WWE's world of cinematic matches looks to continue here with the Velveteen Dreams 'last chance' at the NXT Championship, which has been held for just over one year now by Adam Cole. The leader of the Undisputed Era has become the longest reigning NXT Champion and deservedly so. Consistently performing at exceptional levels and featuring in some of the most standout matches in NXT over the past few years, including a defence against the Velveteen Dream.
This particular match has a few intriguing features. Not only will it be a 'Backlot Brawl' - seemingly signifying that we're going to see another cinematic style encounter, but also this is Dream's 'last chance at the NXT title' according to general manager William Regal. Normally this telegraphs that the challenger will pick up the win, and I think that's where this is going.
The brawl element indicates we won't see much in ring action and that gives the other Undisputed Era boys a chance to interfere. However the cinematic potential of a Velveteen Dream landscape is something that surely they can't pass up here. Whatever happens, this match should contain some exciting visuals.
A reset for the Undisputed Era would be fine, giving them a chance to lock horns with Imperium again in the future and ready made matches with Lee and Balor are there for Cole. Karrion Kross looks like he's shooting for the top and seeing his monster presence vs Dream's style and character will be something to behold.
Predicted winner: Velveteen Dream
Full card
1. Mia Yim, Shotzi Blackheart and Tegan Nox vs. Candice LeRae, Dakota Kai and Raquel González - Six-woman tag team match
2. Finn Bálor vs. Damian Priest - Singles match
3. Tommaso Ciampa vs. Karrion Kross (with Scarlett) - Singles match
4. Keith Lee (c) vs. Johnny Gargano - Singles match for the NXT North American Championship
5. Charlotte Flair (c) vs. Rhea Ripley vs. Io Shirai - Triple threat match for the NXT Women's Championship
6. Adam Cole (c) vs. Velveteen Dream - Last Chance Backlot Brawl for the NXT Championship


thedailymirror--2020-06-07--Priest 'pressured' into conducting lockdown wedding at church for young couple

A wedding was held at a church during lockdown after the priest was `` pressured into it '' , an archbishop claims .
Wedding ceremonies and christenings have been banned in Wales since the lockdown began in March .
However , Archbishop of Cardiff George Stack said Father Sebastian Jones was put `` under a lot of pressure '' to perform a banned service to which he `` caved in '' .
A young couple were married at St Alban-on-the-Moors in Splott , Cardiff , on Tuesday , May 12 , with pictures emerging on Facebook , Wales Online reports @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is `` shocked and upset '' that the incident occurred and the matter is under investigation by the church .
Pictures posted on Facebook show at least 10 people including children posing for photographs in what appears to be a church .
A priest can be seen standing between a young couple while witnesses surround them .
The same social media account had also posted a number of Facebook Live videos on the same day of what appears to be a gathering of people dressed in wedding attire .
Several people in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dancing to loud music .
One man is heard saying : `` Congratulations to my nephew '' while another man says : `` What a f***ing party .
We do it our own sort of style anyway so .
Coronavirus .
F*** the coronavirus .
It wo n't stop us having a party . ''
On May 12 people in Wales were only allowed to leave their home to shop for basic necessities , for exercise on their own or with members of their household , for a medical need , to provide @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and to travel to and from work where it was necessary and could not be done from home .
If people did leave home they were told to remain two metres apart from anyone outside their household – guidance which remains in place now .
All social events including weddings , baptisms , and other ceremonies , except for funerals , were stopped .
Archbishop Stack said Catholic churches within all 22 dioceses of England and Wales were directed to close and not to carry out wedding services in line with UK @ @ @ @ @ @ @ confirmed a wedding service did take place at St Alban-on-the-Moors without his prior knowledge in contravention of measures designed to protect public health .
`` The parents of the family insisted that it take place immediately , '' Archbishop Stack said .
`` They went to the priest and he caved in .
`` When I say he was pressured , he felt pressured .
He was concerned .
Worried about the girl 's health and safety .
`` Now I know it has happened I 'm very shocked and upset .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the priest 's dilemma but it was not the right thing to do , to succumb to that pressure . ''
Archbishop Stack said he had spoken with the priest and the matter was being investigated by the church .
`` I think it could be a disciplinary matter but the priest would put forward his defence of course , '' he said .
`` Whether his defence was : ' I was under extreme pressure ' or ' I was worried about the health and wellbeing of this girl ' . ''

A priest was allegedly 'pressured' into holding a wedding at a church in May. Lockdown rules in Wales mean all weddings and christenings are banned but photos appear to show a young couple getting married
A wedding was held at a church during lockdown after the priest was "pressured into it", an archbishop claims.
Wedding ceremonies and christenings have been banned in Wales since the lockdown began in March.
However, Archbishop of Cardiff George Stack said Father Sebastian Jones was put "under a lot of pressure" to perform a banned service to which he "caved in".
A young couple were married at St Alban-on-the-Moors in Splott, Cardiff, on Tuesday, May 12, with pictures emerging on Facebook, Wales Online reports.
Archbishop Stack said he said he is "shocked and upset" that the incident occurred and the matter is under investigation by the church.
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Pictures posted on Facebook show at least 10 people including children posing for photographs in what appears to be a church.
A priest can be seen standing between a young couple while witnesses surround them.
The same social media account had also posted a number of Facebook Live videos on the same day of what appears to be a gathering of people dressed in wedding attire.
Several people in the videos can be heard offering congratulations and dancing to loud music.
Image: walesonline WS) walesonline WS)
One man is heard saying: "Congratulations to my nephew" while another man says: "What a f***ing party. We do it our own sort of style anyway so. Coronavirus. F*** the coronavirus. It won't stop us having a party."
On May 12 people in Wales were only allowed to leave their home to shop for basic necessities, for exercise on their own or with members of their household, for a medical need, to provide care or to help a vulnerable person, and to travel to and from work where it was necessary and could not be done from home.
If people did leave home they were told to remain two metres apart from anyone outside their household – guidance which remains in place now.
All social events including weddings, baptisms, and other ceremonies, except for funerals, were stopped.
Archbishop Stack said Catholic churches within all 22 dioceses of England and Wales were directed to close and not to carry out wedding services in line with UK and Welsh Government guidance.
Image: walesonline WS) walesonline WS)
But he confirmed a wedding service did take place at St Alban-on-the-Moors without his prior knowledge in contravention of measures designed to protect public health.
"The parents of the family insisted that it take place immediately," Archbishop Stack said. "They went to the priest and he caved in.
"When I say he was pressured, he felt pressured. He was concerned. Worried about the girl's health and safety.
"Now I know it has happened I'm very shocked and upset.
"I share, in a way, the priest's dilemma but it was not the right thing to do, to succumb to that pressure."
Archbishop Stack said he had spoken with the priest and the matter was being investigated by the church.
"I think it could be a disciplinary matter but the priest would put forward his defence of course," he said.
"Whether his defence was: 'I was under extreme pressure' or 'I was worried about the health and wellbeing of this girl'."


thedailymirror--2020-06-07--Obese mum told she could die in five years loses 16st and reverses her diabetes

More than half of people who manage to lose 10 % of their body weight also reverse their type 2 diabetes , according to a survey .
A Slimming World study for Diabetes Week – which starts today – polled members with the condition who had achieved the weight-loss milestone .
And 54 % said they had reversed their type 2 diabetes – with 60 % able to stop or reduce their medication .
Tracy McCormack , from Fife , lost 16 stone 2lb on the healthy eating plan .
She was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in July , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ serious advice .
Tracy , 52 , said : “ I was told I needed to change my lifestyle or they couldn ’ t guarantee I would still be here in five years ’ time .
`` I was completely shocked and knew this was the wake-up call I needed .
“ I ’ ve now lost 16st 2lb and my health has improved dramatically – my diabetes is in remission and my blood pressure is now normal .
“ I no longer need to take medication and I don ’ t fall @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Jacquie Lavin , of Slimming World , said : “ The findings are especially important this Diabetes Week as new NHS research is reporting that people with diabetes face significantly higher risks after contracting coronavirus .
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More than half of people who manage to lose 10% of their body weight also reverse their type 2 diabetes, according to a survey
Obese mum told she could die in five years loses 16st and reverses her diabetes
More than half of people who manage to lose 10% of their body weight also reverse their type 2 diabetes, according to a survey.
A Slimming World study for Diabetes Week – which starts today – polled members with the condition who had achieved the weight-loss milestone.
And 54% said they had reversed their type 2 diabetes – with 60% able to stop or reduce their medication.
Tracy McCormack, from Fife, lost 16 stone 2lb on the healthy eating plan. She was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in July, 2016.
Her GP gave her some serious advice.
Tracy, 52, said: “I was told I needed to change my lifestyle or they couldn’t guarantee I would still be here in five years’ time.
"I was completely shocked and knew this was the wake-up call I needed.
“I’ve now lost 16st 2lb and my health has improved dramatically – my diabetes is in remission and my blood pressure is now normal.
“I no longer need to take medication and I don’t fall asleep in work any more.”
Dr Jacquie Lavin, of Slimming World, said: “The findings are especially important this Diabetes Week as new NHS research is reporting that people with diabetes face significantly higher risks after contracting coronavirus.”