thedailymirror--2020-07-23--Brit gran on death row for killing a mum to steal her baby 'running out of time'

Linda Carty is the only British citizen awaiting execution on death row in America .
The 61-year-old was sentenced to death 19 years ago for the kidnap and murder of young mum , Joana Rodriguez , so she could steal the 25-year-old 's newborn son .
In the months leading up to the gruesome crime Carty , who was born in St Kitts and moved to Houston in Texas to work as a primary school teacher , told neighbours she would soon become a mum .
However , when police later interviewed them , the neighbours claimed to be surprised @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bought a baby seat for her car , did not look pregnant .
Carty 's trial also heard that she had told her husband , from who she had recently separated , that she was expecting a baby .
The former teacher , who once sang for Prince Charles when she was a child , has always insisted she is innocent of the crimes .
She has lodged several appeals - all of them have failed - and now she fears the only option left to her is to what for execution by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ grandmother , told the Telegraph : `` I can truthfully say to you I did not commit this crime . ''
Joana was a young mum who had given birth to her baby son , Ray , just two days before her harrowing death .
The mother and son were abducted from their apartment in Houston , Texas , on May 16 , 2001 .
Later that day the tiny boy was found , alive , in a car - but his mum 's body was discovered in the boot of a second @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had been bound with duct tape , along with her mouth and nose and she had a plastic bag over her head .
The 25-year-old had suffocated to death .
Carty was arrested along with Gerald Anderson , Chris Robinson , and Carlos Williams and charged with the abduction and murder of Joana .
During her trial , Carty 's co-accused placed the blame firmly at her door , claiming she was the mastermind behind the whole twisted scheme .
While the three men received long prison sentences , Carty was the only @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she was framed for the kidnap and the murder because she was working as a drug informant for the US authorities .
Carty also claims she had never met the three men who were her co-accused , although phone records show there were almost a dozen calls between her and Anderson on the night of the crime .
Two of the men later said they had been coerced into testifying against Carty , who , at the time of her arrest was on probation for impersonating a federal agent and previously had been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Years after her conviction , Carty 's handler at the Drug Enforcement Agency , Charles Mathis , came forward to say he did not believe she was capable of committing the crime .
Her daughter Jovelle Carty , who lives in Houston and takes Carty 's grandchildren to see her when she can on death row , has also long campaigned for her mother 's release .
Carty 's case has also been supported by the British Foreign Office and lawyers for the UK government have submitted objections to her sentence .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ms Carty 's human rights , fair trial , and access to justice '' .
A UK official said : `` We have been providing support to Ms Carty for a number of years , and will continue to do so .
`` We have raised our interest in her case on multiple occasions with the US authorities , and remain in close contact with her family and legal team .
`` We judge each request to file an amicus curiae brief on its individual merits and following careful legal scrutiny , as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Mick Jagger 's ex-wife , Bianca , has also taken up Carty 's case and in 2009 Brian Capaloff used his slot on the fourth plinth of London 's Trafalgar Square to highlight her case .
Despite launching several appeals , Carty remains on death row .
She said : `` The sad thing is you do n't get an opportunity , once you 've executed someone , to go back and dig them up from the grave and say 'Oops , I made a mistake , let me just put you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
You 're dead . ''
Carty 's time on death row has been `` horrid '' .
She describes her cell as covered in mould with water running down the walls .
And she says she also wants justice for the victim 's family .
Carty explained : `` She 's somebody 's child too and she 's somebody 's daughter .
So for me it 's not only a healing process for me but to show the families that the person you have been hating all these years and that you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you this is who did it , did not commit this crime . ''
In 2018 the US Supreme Court declined to consider what may well be Carty 's final appeal .
If Carty is exceuted she would be the first Brit to be punished with the death penalty since Ruth Ellis in 1955 .
She said : `` I just think they should abolish the whole death penalty period .
Is it a deterrent ?
No .
It does n't serve the purpose for which they created it .
The victims ' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Anyone can see there 's something wrong with the death penalty system .
It 's not working , it 's not trustworthy .
It is flawed . ''

Linda Carty is the only Brit on death row in the US after she was convicted of the kidnap and murder of a young mum in Texas in 2001
Brit gran on death row for killing a mum to steal her baby 'running out of time'
Linda Carty is the only British citizen awaiting execution on death row in America.
The 61-year-old was sentenced to death 19 years ago for the kidnap and murder of young mum, Joana Rodriguez, so she could steal the 25-year-old's newborn son.
In the months leading up to the gruesome crime Carty, who was born in St Kitts and moved to Houston in Texas to work as a primary school teacher, told neighbours she would soon become a mum.
However, when police later interviewed them, the neighbours claimed to be surprised because Carty, who they say had bought a baby seat for her car, did not look pregnant.
Carty's trial also heard that she had told her husband, from who she had recently separated, that she was expecting a baby.
Image: Channel 4) Channel 4)
The former teacher, who once sang for Prince Charles when she was a child, has always insisted she is innocent of the crimes.
She has lodged several appeals - all of them have failed - and now she fears the only option left to her is to what for execution by lethal injection.
Carty, now a grandmother, told the Telegraph: "I can truthfully say to you I did not commit this crime."
Joana was a young mum who had given birth to her baby son, Ray, just two days before her harrowing death.
The mother and son were abducted from their apartment in Houston, Texas, on May 16, 2001.
Later that day the tiny boy was found, alive, in a car - but his mum's body was discovered in the boot of a second car.
Image: PA) PA)
Joana's legs and arms had been bound with duct tape, along with her mouth and nose and she had a plastic bag over her head.
The 25-year-old had suffocated to death.
Carty was arrested along with Gerald Anderson, Chris Robinson, and Carlos Williams and charged with the abduction and murder of Joana.
During her trial, Carty's co-accused placed the blame firmly at her door, claiming she was the mastermind behind the whole twisted scheme.
While the three men received long prison sentences, Carty was the only one sentenced to death.
She claims she was framed for the kidnap and the murder because she was working as a drug informant for the US authorities.
Carty also claims she had never met the three men who were her co-accused, although phone records show there were almost a dozen calls between her and Anderson on the night of the crime.
Two of the men later said they had been coerced into testifying against Carty, who, at the time of her arrest was on probation for impersonating a federal agent and previously had been arrested for auto theft and drug charges.
Years after her conviction, Carty's handler at the Drug Enforcement Agency, Charles Mathis, came forward to say he did not believe she was capable of committing the crime.
Her daughter Jovelle Carty, who lives in Houston and takes Carty's grandchildren to see her when she can on death row, has also long campaigned for her mother's release.
Image: PA) PA)
Carty's case has also been supported by the British Foreign Office and lawyers for the UK government have submitted objections to her sentence.
They have expressed "serious concerns for Ms Carty's human rights, fair trial, and access to justice".
A UK official said: "We have been providing support to Ms Carty for a number of years, and will continue to do so.
"We have raised our interest in her case on multiple occasions with the US authorities, and remain in close contact with her family and legal team.
"We judge each request to file an amicus curiae brief on its individual merits and following careful legal scrutiny, as we have done on this case."
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Mick Jagger's ex-wife, Bianca, has also taken up Carty's case and in 2009 Brian Capaloff used his slot on the fourth plinth of London's Trafalgar Square to highlight her case.
Human rights group Reprieve is also supporting Carty.
Despite launching several appeals, Carty remains on death row.
She said: "The sad thing is you don't get an opportunity, once you've executed someone, to go back and dig them up from the grave and say 'Oops, I made a mistake, let me just put you back together'. You're done. You're dead."
Carty's time on death row has been "horrid". She describes her cell as covered in mould with water running down the walls.
And she says she also wants justice for the victim's family.
Carty explained: "She's somebody's child too and she's somebody's daughter. So for me it's not only a healing process for me but to show the families that the person you have been hating all these years and that you thought because the state of Texas told you this is who did it, did not commit this crime."
In 2018 the US Supreme Court declined to consider what may well be Carty's final appeal.
If Carty is exceuted she would be the first Brit to be punished with the death penalty since Ruth Ellis in 1955.
She said: "I just think they should abolish the whole death penalty period. Is it a deterrent? No. It doesn't serve the purpose for which they created it. The victims' families will never have closure.
"Anyone can see there's something wrong with the death penalty system. It's not working, it's not trustworthy. It is flawed."


thedailymirror--2020-07-23--Couple transform run-down house into luxurious dream pad on an 'IKEA budget'

If there 's one thing many love about Instagram , it 's the home decor photos that give us little glimpses into other people 's houses .
And one account is proudly showing off their home and the work they put in to making it what it is today .
A couple , known as Lizzy and Phil , have gone viral on Instagram for sharing their incredible home transformation , reports Birmingham Live .
Posting on @ RenovationHQ , the pair gave followers a look at how they turned their run-down property in Hertfordshire into a luxurious home for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
But it has n't been a quick transformation , the couple have been renovating their house for the last five years - spending around £100,000 on the changes .
After getting married , Lizzy and Phil moved into their new home in 2014 .
Once they 'd drawn up plans for their dream home , they started working on the place , making improvements around their full-time jobs in marketing and finance , doing work in the evenings and over weekends .
Speaking to LadBible , they said : `` We have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ourselves , from digging the foundations , plumbing the entire house , converting the garage into four rooms ( garage was too narrow for a modern car ) , fitting kitchen , bathrooms , underfloor heating throughout the ground floor and installing the pool , amongst other things .
`` During lockdown we tiled 100sqm of the back garden .
It was back-breaking but a great achievement over the period . ''
Lizzy added : `` The house has full home automation , which includes scene lighting , whole house audio , room-by-room @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
While their house now looks amazing , it did cause quite a bit of stress - the pair spent six months without heating during the winter months after the gas had been switched off and spent a year without a proper back on the house .
Brrr !
They also struggled with everything they owned being constantly covered in dust and having to make sacrifices to afford the rennovation .
However it all seems to have been worth it now that their beautiful home boasts a two-storey extension , a swimming @ @ @ @ @ @ @ modern makeover , with the brick home being painted white .
Fans on Instagram ca n't get enough of their photos .
One person commented : `` Looks amazing !
Hats off to you ! ''
Another said : `` Wow just wow . ''
A third added : `` You really have the most beautiful of houses , well done on the hard work . ''
Others branded their home `` major inspo '' and praised them for sharing a look at how they transformed the place .
Do you have a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hear all about it .
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A couple have become Instagram sensations after sharing their incredible home transformation, turning a run-down property into a luxurious pad
If there's one thing many love about Instagram, it's the home decor photos that give us little glimpses into other people's houses.
And one account is proudly showing off their home and the work they put in to making it what it is today.
A couple, known as Lizzy and Phil, have gone viral on Instagram for sharing their incredible home transformation, reports Birmingham Live.
Posting on @RenovationHQ, the pair gave followers a look at how they turned their run-down property in Hertfordshire into a luxurious home for themselves on an "IKEA budget".
But it hasn't been a quick transformation, the couple have been renovating their house for the last five years - spending around £100,000 on the changes.
After getting married, Lizzy and Phil moved into their new home in 2014.
Once they'd drawn up plans for their dream home, they started working on the place, making improvements around their full-time jobs in marketing and finance, doing work in the evenings and over weekends.
Speaking to LadBible, they said: "We have done roughly 90 percent of the work ourselves, from digging the foundations, plumbing the entire house, converting the garage into four rooms (garage was too narrow for a modern car), fitting kitchen, bathrooms, underfloor heating throughout the ground floor and installing the pool, amongst other things.
"During lockdown we tiled 100sqm of the back garden. It was back-breaking but a great achievement over the period."
Image: renovationhq WS) renovationhq WS)
Lizzy added: "The house has full home automation, which includes scene lighting, whole house audio, room-by-room smart heating and an integrated audio-visual system."
While their house now looks amazing, it did cause quite a bit of stress - the pair spent six months without heating during the winter months after the gas had been switched off and spent a year without a proper back on the house. Brrr!
They also struggled with everything they owned being constantly covered in dust and having to make sacrifices to afford the rennovation.
However it all seems to have been worth it now that their beautiful home boasts a two-storey extension, a swimming pool and the facade has had a modern makeover, with the brick home being painted white.
Fans on Instagram can't get enough of their photos.
One person commented: "Looks amazing! Hats off to you!"
Another said: "Wow just wow."
A third added: "You really have the most beautiful of houses, well done on the hard work."
Others branded their home "major inspo" and praised them for sharing a look at how they transformed the place.
Do you have a story to share? We want to hear all about it. Email us at yourmirror@mirror.co.uk


thedailymirror--2020-07-23--Bald men '40% more likely to end up in hospital with coronavirus', study claims

From being male to having an underlying health conditions , a number of factors are known to increase your risk of coronavirus .
But a new study has warned that another factor may increase your risk of severe disease - being bald .
Researchers from West Virginia University have warned that bald men are 40 % more likely to end up in hospital with coronavirus .
In the study , the researchers analysed data from 2,000 British men from the UK Biobank - a huge dataset of 500,000 people , collected over the past 14 years .
The men were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no hair loss , those with slight hair loss , those with moderate hair loss and those with severe hair loss .
The analysis revealed that 15 % of men with no hair loss were diagnosed with Covid-19 , while 17 % with slight hair loss were diagnosed with the disease .
However , 18 % often the men with moderate hair loss contracted Covid-19 , and 20 % of those with severe hair loss were diagnosed with the disease .
Overall , this suggests that bald men are 40 % more likely @ @ @ @ @ @ @ full head of hair .
The researchers highlight that there could be several other factors at play , including ethnicity and age .
However , this isn ’ t the first time that a link has been drawn between baldness and coronavirus risk .
Last month , Brown University 's Professor Carlos Wambier conducted two studies in Spain which found that a disproportionately high number of men with male pattern baldness were taken to hospital with coronavirus .
The first study found of 71 % of the 41 patients examined with Covid-19 in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ background rate of baldness for white men of a similar age to the patients between 31 and 53 % .
The second study , which was published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology , found 79 % of the 122 male coronavirus patients in Madrid hospitals were bald .

Researchers from West Virginia University have warned that bald men are 40% more likely to end up in hospital with coronavirus
Bald men are '40% more likely to end up in hospital with coronavirus', study claims
From being male to having an underlying health conditions, a number of factors are known to increase your risk of coronavirus.
But a new study has warned that another factor may increase your risk of severe disease - being bald.
Researchers from West Virginia University have warned that bald men are 40% more likely to end up in hospital with coronavirus.
In the study, the researchers analysed data from 2,000 British men from the UK Biobank - a huge dataset of 500,000 people, collected over the past 14 years.
The men were categorised into four groups - those with no hair loss, those with slight hair loss, those with moderate hair loss and those with severe hair loss.
The analysis revealed that 15% of men with no hair loss were diagnosed with Covid-19, while 17% with slight hair loss were diagnosed with the disease.
Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Getty Images/iStockphoto)
However, 18% often the men with moderate hair loss contracted Covid-19, and 20% of those with severe hair loss were diagnosed with the disease.
Overall, this suggests that bald men are 40% more likely to test positive than those with a full head of hair.
The researchers highlight that there could be several other factors at play, including ethnicity and age.
However, this isn’t the first time that a link has been drawn between baldness and coronavirus risk.
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Last month, Brown University's Professor Carlos Wambier conducted two studies in Spain which found that a disproportionately high number of men with male pattern baldness were taken to hospital with coronavirus.
The first study found of 71% of the 41 patients examined with Covid-19 in Spanish hospitals were bald, with the background rate of baldness for white men of a similar age to the patients between 31 and 53%.
The second study, which was published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, found 79% of the 122 male coronavirus patients in Madrid hospitals were bald.


thedailymirror--2020-07-24--Paris Jackson defends dad Michael against abuse allegations in unearthed clip

Paris Jackson has hit out at claims that her dad , Michael Jackson , had abused children in an unearthed interview clip .
The King of Pop had been accused of child molestation but in a rare video clip , daughter Paris is seen denying the allegations made by Gavin Arvizo .
She also dismissed other claims abuse that had been levelled at the singer as `` lies '' in the clip that has n't been seen on TV .
In recent times , Paris , who is now 22 , has not been drawn on abuse allegations against her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when she was 14 , she gave an interview for the Jacksonology TV YouTube video channel in which she claimed that her father was 'misunderstood ' and `` innocent '' of the claims .
Paris said during the interview : `` I mean a lot of people are jealous of him .
`` They will do anything to put him down , whether it is make up rumors , take him to court with lies .
Everyone wants something.
” The model and singer added : `` I will always defend him .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ counts against him in the Gavin Arvizo case in 2005 .
Paris revealed to Sonia Lowe in the clip : `` He told us that there were a lot of bad people out there , and he taught us a little about conspiracies and things like that .
`` The older we got the more we figured things out and stuff .
`` Not a lot of people really did not understand him . ''
Paris looked to debunk some of the crazy theories surrounding Michael 's life , saying : `` He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ kind hearted , always generous ... “ He is like a dove .
I would say a dove is one of my favorite animals .
`` And he is innocent and he is just a sweetheart . ''
The interview comes from a documentary which was never completed or aired and Paris shared that she had some happy times when growing up , though said that Michael had to have a makeover to be able to enjoy time out with her .
She said : `` I would probably say he was happiest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Like we went to Disneyland several times , we would be in disguise and he could be normal - there would be no one bothering him.
” A spokesman for Jacksonology told The Sun : `` These clips are taken from an exclusive and unprecedented series of interviews conducted by Sonia Lowe , who collaborated with Mrs Jackson on an unreleased documentary that tells the story of Michael Jackson , the artist , and the humanitarian , by the people who knew him best .
`` Paris speaks directly about the allegations with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the subject and speaks from the heart , without it being a forced or abrasive questioning .
`` You can really see her sincerity and how ferociously she will defend her father . ''
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Paris Jackson claims that allegations that her dad, Michael Jackson, had abused children were lies as she hit out at his accusers in an unearthed interview
Paris Jackson has hit out at claims that her dad, Michael Jackson, had abused children in an unearthed interview clip.
The King of Pop had been accused of child molestation but in a rare video clip, daughter Paris is seen denying the allegations made by Gavin Arvizo.
She also dismissed other claims abuse that had been levelled at the singer as "lies" in the clip that hasn't been seen on TV.
In recent times, Paris, who is now 22, has not been drawn on abuse allegations against her dad but The Sun has reported that when she was 14, she gave an interview for the Jacksonology TV YouTube video channel in which she claimed that her father was 'misunderstood' and "innocent" of the claims.
Image: Jacksonology/Youtube) Jacksonology/Youtube)
Paris said during the interview: "I mean a lot of people are jealous of him.
"They will do anything to put him down, whether it is make up rumors, take him to court with lies. Everyone wants something.”
The model and singer added: "I will always defend him."
Michael Jackson was cleared of all counts against him in the Gavin Arvizo case in 2005.
Paris revealed to Sonia Lowe in the clip: "He told us that there were a lot of bad people out there, and he taught us a little about conspiracies and things like that.
"The older we got the more we figured things out and stuff.
"Not a lot of people really did not understand him."
Image: AFP/Getty Images) AFP/Getty Images)
Paris looked to debunk some of the crazy theories surrounding Michael's life, saying: "He was really normal. He was just kind hearted, always generous...
“He is like a dove. I would say a dove is one of my favorite animals.
"And he is innocent and he is just a sweetheart."
The interview comes from a documentary which was never completed or aired and Paris shared that she had some happy times when growing up, though said that Michael had to have a makeover to be able to enjoy time out with her.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
She said: "I would probably say he was happiest when he was in disguise.
“Like we went to Disneyland several times, we would be in disguise and he could be normal - there would be no one bothering him.”
A spokesman for Jacksonology told The Sun: "These clips are taken from an exclusive and unprecedented series of interviews conducted by Sonia Lowe, who collaborated with Mrs Jackson on an unreleased documentary that tells the story of Michael Jackson, the artist, and the humanitarian, by the people who knew him best.
"Paris speaks directly about the allegations with Sonia in her first ever recorded conversation on the subject and speaks from the heart, without it being a forced or abrasive questioning.
"You can really see her sincerity and how ferociously she will defend her father."
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thedailymirror--2020-07-24--Jude Bellingham lifts lid on Jadon Sancho talks after sealing Dortmund transfer

Jude Bellingham has opened up about how Jadon Sancho encouraged him to join Borussia Dortmund following his £25m move from Birmingham .
The 17-year-old has been one of the most impressive young talents in England this season , and his superb displays in the Championship saw him linked with the likes of Manchester United and Chelsea in January .
However , having witnessed the success of Sancho in Germany - who also moved to Dortmund when he was 17 - Bellingham clearly felt a switch to the Bundesliga was the way forward .
And speaking following confirmation of his move @ @ @ @ @ @ @ talks with Sancho prior to signing on the dotted line .
`` I chose Dortmund because it is the perfect step for my development , '' Bellingham said .
`` I am just glad that saga is over .
`` It was a lot of annoyance to me and there was a lot of noise at the time when all I wanted to do was play for Birmingham .
`` Now I haven ’ t got the chance to do that anymore , but I would like to think I made the most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have got with young players in recent years is unrivalled in European football .
Weighing all that up and the people we met there , the stadium and fanbase , it made me fall in love with that club as well .
`` I ’ ve met Sancho and we have spoken .
He is a great example of what you can achieve if you do the right things . ''
Meanwhile , Birmingham announced on Thursday that they would be retiring Bellingham 's No.22 shirt in honour of their departing hero .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the Blues said the gesture would be a fitting tribute `` to remember one of our own and to inspire others . ''
The decision has received a mixed reaction , with former Liverpool striker Stan Collymore - who also grew up near the area - posting a laughing emoji on Twitter and writing simply : `` Levels . ''

The 17-year-old was linked with a number of elite clubs before choosing the Bundesliga side and says Sancho helped convince him it was the right move
Jude Bellingham has opened up about how Jadon Sancho encouraged him to join Borussia Dortmund following his £25m move from Birmingham.
The 17-year-old has been one of the most impressive young talents in England this season, and his superb displays in the Championship saw him linked with the likes of Manchester United and Chelsea in January.
However, having witnessed the success of Sancho in Germany - who also moved to Dortmund when he was 17 - Bellingham clearly felt a switch to the Bundesliga was the way forward.
And speaking following confirmation of his move, Bellingham lifted the lid on his talks with Sancho prior to signing on the dotted line.
Image: Borussia Dortmund via Getty Imag) Borussia Dortmund via Getty Imag)
"I chose Dortmund because it is the perfect step for my development," Bellingham said. "I am just glad that saga is over.
"It was a lot of annoyance to me and there was a lot of noise at the time when all I wanted to do was play for Birmingham.
"Now I haven’t got the chance to do that anymore, but I would like to think I made the most of it.
"The record Dortmund have got with young players in recent years is unrivalled in European football. Weighing all that up and the people we met there, the stadium and fanbase, it made me fall in love with that club as well.
"I’ve met Sancho and we have spoken. He is a great example of what you can achieve if you do the right things."
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Meanwhile, Birmingham announced on Thursday that they would be retiring Bellingham's No.22 shirt in honour of their departing hero.
In a statement on their official website, the Blues said the gesture would be a fitting tribute "to remember one of our own and to inspire others."
The decision has received a mixed reaction, with former Liverpool striker Stan Collymore - who also grew up near the area - posting a laughing emoji on Twitter and writing simply: "Levels."


thedailymirror--2020-07-24--Small detail in Prince George birthday pics show Kate Middleton is laid-back mum

A tiny detail missed by royal fans in Prince George 's birthday photos shows that Kate Middleton is a laid-back mum .
The heir-to-the-throne turned seven on Thursday , with Kensington Palace having previously released two photos to mark the occasion .
Taken by the Duchess of Cambridge herself at Anmer Hall , little George is seen beaming at the camera while wearing a camouflage T-shirt in one and a plain green top in the other .
Social media exploded will fans pointing out his uncanny resemblance to uncle James Middleton , with a photo unearthed of Kate 's brother @ @ @ @ @ @ @ While the choice of clothing for George 's pictures appears to recognise the Royal Family 's long history with the armed services , it may also be a nod to adorable photos of his father Prince William and Uncle Prince Harry as children .
But it 's a broken button on George 's green polo that 's catching the attention now , something which was missed by most initially .
It 's likely Kate was well aware of the mishap before releasing the photos and decided it helped reflect her eldest son as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ royal heritage .
It is in keeping with the relaxed and informal feel of the photos , which also see the prince with ruffled hair and in the outdoors - testament to his mum 's laid-back style of parenting .
During an interview for the Happy Mum , Happy Baby podcast back in February , Kate opened up about one very common parenting topic - mum guilt .
Asked she ever feels pangs of guilt she said : `` Yes absolutely – and anyone who does n't as a mother is actually lying @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` There 's such a pull , but I am such a hands-on mum , and whatever you 're doing you want to make sure you 're doing the uttermost best job you can for your children . ''
Kate often takes photos of her children at the family 's Norfolk home on the Queen 's Sandringham estate , where George and his siblings , Princess Charlotte , five , and two-year-old Prince Louis , have spent lockdown .
She and William threw a birthday party for George at home with family and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

Royal fans have gone wild for the photos of Prince George released for his seventh birthday this week, with many pointing out his uncanny resemblance to uncle James Middleton - but there's one detail many missed
A tiny detail missed by royal fans in Prince George's birthday photos shows that Kate Middleton is a laid-back mum.
The heir-to-the-throne turned seven on Thursday, with Kensington Palace having previously released two photos to mark the occasion.
Taken by the Duchess of Cambridge herself at Anmer Hall, little George is seen beaming at the camera while wearing a camouflage T-shirt in one and a plain green top in the other.
Social media exploded will fans pointing out his uncanny resemblance to uncle James Middleton, with a photo unearthed of Kate's brother, now 33, from 1991.
Image: The Duchess of Cambridge/Kensing) The Duchess of Cambridge/Kensing)
Image: PA) PA)
While the choice of clothing for George's pictures appears to recognise the Royal Family's long history with the armed services, it may also be a nod to adorable photos of his father Prince William and Uncle Prince Harry as children.
But it's a broken button on George's green polo that's catching the attention now, something which was missed by most initially.
It's likely Kate was well aware of the mishap before releasing the photos and decided it helped reflect her eldest son as a fun-loving child, unfazed by his royal heritage.
Image: PA Wire/PA Images) PA Wire/PA Images)
It is in keeping with the relaxed and informal feel of the photos, which also see the prince with ruffled hair and in the outdoors - testament to his mum's laid-back style of parenting.
During an interview for the Happy Mum, Happy Baby podcast back in February, Kate opened up about one very common parenting topic - mum guilt.
Asked she ever feels pangs of guilt she said: "Yes absolutely – and anyone who doesn't as a mother is actually lying. Yes – all the time.
"There's such a pull, but I am such a hands-on mum, and whatever you're doing you want to make sure you're doing the uttermost best job you can for your children."
Kate often takes photos of her children at the family's Norfolk home on the Queen's Sandringham estate, where George and his siblings, Princess Charlotte, five, and two-year-old Prince Louis, have spent lockdown.
She and William threw a birthday party for George at home with family and friends within their "family bubble".


thedailymirror--2020-07-24--Sainsbury's, Asda and Costa won't challenge people not wearing face masks today

Asda , Sainsbury 's and Costa Coffee are among retail giants to say they will not enforce new face mask rules .
From today , people in England will be required to wear coverings in shops , train stations , banks , takeaways and shopping centres .
Even people buying a takeaway coffee are among those required by law to wear a face covering from midnight on Friday .
But some high street chains said they will not penalise customers who fail to do so .
Police can hand out £100 fines to people who flout the rules , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` should only be required as a last resort '' .
Guidance issued by the Government on Thursday for England confirmed face coverings in takeaways would be mandatory , after weeks of confusion and varied messaging from ministers .
It states that staff in premises where face coverings are required are encouraged to `` take reasonable steps to promote compliance with the law '' and can refuse entry to people who do not have a valid exemption under the rules .
Retail and trade organisations criticised the Government for taking so long to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ having announced the measure more than a week ago , while union leaders voiced fears the rules could put workers ' safety at risk if there are abusive customers or people who refuse to wear a mask .
Costa Coffee said it would `` not be challenging customers '' who are not wearing a mask `` since they may have a legitimate reason as to why they are unable to wear one '' .
Sainsbury 's said while it is asking everyone to continue `` playing their part '' in helping to keep @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rules , `` our colleagues will not be responsible for enforcing them '' .
Asda said it will `` strongly encourage customers to wear a face covering '' , but added : `` It is the responsibility of the relevant authorities to police and enforce the new rules . ''
Tesco will be selling face coverings at the entrance and Waitrose said staff would be at the entrance to stores reminding customers of the requirement .
Customers will be `` required '' to wear a face covering in Greggs .
McDonald 's said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coverings but those who eat in the restaurant will not unless they are moving around the premises , for example to use toilets or when at self-order screens .
The British Retail Consortium called on customers to be `` respectful '' of the new rules and criticised the length of time taken for the guidance to be published .
UKHospitality chief executive Kate Nicholls said takeaway outlets had been left with `` a very short time to properly brief staff , prepare signage and take steps to encourage compliance '' .
The British @ @ @ @ @ @ @ helpful , it has come late in the day .
Dr Chaand Nagpaul , the association 's council chairman , said the measures were `` long overdue '' and added `` the uncertainty of recent weeks has done nothing to inspire public confidence '' .
Venues like restaurants , pubs , gyms , hairdressers , beauty salons , leisure centres , cinemas , concert halls and theatres are exempt from the new rules .
Dr Nagpaul warned the virus `` does not discriminate between buildings '' and said there must be `` an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are in place at those sites , such as screens and physical distancing .
Other exemptions to face coverings include children under 11 , people with breathing problems and anyone who can not put on , wear or remove a face covering because of a physical or mental illness or impairment or disability .
The guidance states that people should `` assume '' it is standard to wear a face covering when visiting a hospital , GP , care home or other primary or community healthcare setting .
Last week police chiefs were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they were not told in advance of the plans and some police chiefs warned there are not the resources to patrol the aisles .
The Police Federation of England and Wales , which represents rank-and-file officers , said it was `` unrealistic and unfair '' to expect them to patrol the aisles looking for people breaking the coronavirus regulations .
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Dame Cressida Dick said she hoped shoppers who refuse to wear masks would be `` shamed '' into compliance .
The Government said the responsibility for wearing a face covering @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` Businesses are encouraged to take reasonable steps to encourage customers to follow the law , including through signs and providing other information in store . ''
The Prime Minister 's official spokesman told reporters on Thursday : `` With shops , we would expect them to give advice to customers and remind them that they should be wearing a face covering and I 'm sure the overwhelming majority of the public will do so . ''
The laws could be in place until at least January , and could even last @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to scrap them in the meantime .
Face coverings are already mandatory in shops in Scotland and will be compulsory in shops in Northern Ireland from August 1 .

The supermarket giants and the coffee shop chain have admitted that they will not challenge customers in their outlets not wearing face masks as chaos over the government's rollout of the new laws continues
Tesco, Sainsbury's and Costa Coffee are among retail giants to say they will not enforce new face mask rules.
From today, people in England will be required to wear coverings in shops, train stations, banks, takeaways and shopping centres.
Even people buying a takeaway coffee are among those required by law to wear a face covering from midnight on Friday.
But some high street chains said they will not penalise customers who fail to do so.
Police can hand out £100 fines to people who flout the rules, but the College of Policing has said officers "should only be required as a last resort".
Will you be wearing a mask? Email webnews@mirror.co.uk with your views
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Guidance issued by the Government on Thursday for England confirmed face coverings in takeaways would be mandatory, after weeks of confusion and varied messaging from ministers.
It states that staff in premises where face coverings are required are encouraged to "take reasonable steps to promote compliance with the law" and can refuse entry to people who do not have a valid exemption under the rules.
Retail and trade organisations criticised the Government for taking so long to publish the new laws and guidance, having announced the measure more than a week ago, while union leaders voiced fears the rules could put workers' safety at risk if there are abusive customers or people who refuse to wear a mask.
Tesco said: "Our colleagues shouldn't be challenging or refuse entry to customers visiting our stores without a facemask."
Costa Coffee said it would "not be challenging customers" who are not wearing a mask "since they may have a legitimate reason as to why they are unable to wear one".
Sainsbury's said while it is asking everyone to continue "playing their part" in helping to keep everyone safe in store by following the rules, "our colleagues will not be responsible for enforcing them".
Image: PA) PA)
Tesco will be selling face coverings at the entrance and Waitrose said staff would be at the entrance to stores reminding customers of the requirement.
Customers will be "required" to wear a face covering in Greggs.
McDonald's said takeaway customers will need to wear face coverings but those who eat in the restaurant will not unless they are moving around the premises, for example to use toilets or when at self-order screens.
Asda said it will be "are challenging customers without masks when entering our stores".
The British Retail Consortium called on customers to be "respectful" of the new rules and criticised the length of time taken for the guidance to be published.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
UKHospitality chief executive Kate Nicholls said takeaway outlets had been left with "a very short time to properly brief staff, prepare signage and take steps to encourage compliance".
The British Medical Association said while the guidance is helpful, it has come late in the day.
Dr Chaand Nagpaul, the association's council chairman, said the measures were "long overdue" and added "the uncertainty of recent weeks has done nothing to inspire public confidence".
Venues like restaurants, pubs, gyms, hairdressers, beauty salons, leisure centres, cinemas, concert halls and theatres are exempt from the new rules.
Dr Nagpaul warned the virus "does not discriminate between buildings" and said there must be "an absolute assurance" that other mitigating measures are in place at those sites, such as screens and physical distancing.
Other exemptions to face coverings include children under 11, people with breathing problems and anyone who cannot put on, wear or remove a face covering because of a physical or mental illness or impairment or disability.
Image: Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror) Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror)
The guidance states that people should "assume" it is standard to wear a face covering when visiting a hospital, GP, care home or other primary or community healthcare setting.
Last week police chiefs were blindsided by the Government's announcement after they were not told in advance of the plans and some police chiefs warned there are not the resources to patrol the aisles.
The Police Federation of England and Wales, which represents rank-and-file officers, said it was "unrealistic and unfair" to expect them to patrol the aisles looking for people breaking the coronavirus regulations.
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Dame Cressida Dick said she hoped shoppers who refuse to wear masks would be "shamed" into compliance.
The Government said the responsibility for wearing a face covering "sits with individuals", adding: "Businesses are encouraged to take reasonable steps to encourage customers to follow the law, including through signs and providing other information in store."
The Prime Minister's official spokesman told reporters on Thursday: "With shops, we would expect them to give advice to customers and remind them that they should be wearing a face covering and I'm sure the overwhelming majority of the public will do so."
The laws could be in place until at least January, and could even last a year, unless the Government decides to scrap them in the meantime.
Face coverings are already mandatory in shops in Scotland and will be compulsory in shops in Northern Ireland from August 1.


thedailymirror--2020-07-24--Chelsea transfer round-up: Brentford's Said Benrahma speaks out on Blues links

Frank Lampard 's first season as Chelsea boss is almost over and fans are already eagerly anticipating the next campaign .
Hakim Ziyech and Timo Werner are already confirmed as new arrivals , but there remains intense speculation about how Lampard will further shape the squad .
There have been a handful of big names linked with the club , with the number one goalkeeper spot a major discussion point following Kepa Arrizabalaga 's recent sketchy form .
With that in mind , here is a round-up of the latest Chelsea transfer rumours .
Antonio Conte knows Chelsea 's squad @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the club .
Now it would appear the Italian is keen to reunite with two Blues at Inter Milan .
According to a report from Italian journalist Maurizio Pistocchi , Conte is eager to sign N'Golo Kante and Emerson Palmieri and is looking to fund the deals by selling defender Milan Skriniar and central midfielder Marcelo Brozovic .
Conte is attempting to overthrow former club Juventus , who have dominated Italian football for nigh on a decade .
Palmieri is expected to leave Stamford Bridge this summer as Lampard seeks out a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ less discussion about Kante 's situation , although it has not yet been ruled out by Lampard .
Pistocchi posted : `` Kantè + Emerson Palmieri at Inter thanks to the sales of Skriniar ( PSG or Manchester Utd ) and Brozovic ( Liverpool ) . ''
Frank Lampard is considering a move for Atalanta defender Robin Gosens but will face competition from a trio of clubs for the left-back 's signature .
The Blues have long been linked with a move for Ben Chilwell , but there are reservations about matching Leicester @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Nicolas Tagliafico is being considered by Atletico Madrid , and that has forced Lampard to cast his net wider .
Gosens , a signing from Heracles in 2017 , has been a key part of Atalanta 's success this season , during which they have climbed to second in Serie A .
Speculation is mounting that the club 's stars will be targeted by Europe 's elite , and Kicker claim that the Blues are now giving Gosens a thorough look in their quest for left-back depth .
Said Benrahma has admitted he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with a move to the Premier League .
The former Nice forward has been in glittering form for Brentford this season and is still hopeful of earning promotion with the Bees via the Championship playoffs .
He may find himself in England 's top-flight regardless , with Chelsea and Arsenal both linked with a move for him .
And when asked about links to the top flight , he told Metro : `` I was really flattered .
`` But , at the same time , I am so focused about getting out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do not pay too much attention .
But it gives me confidence .
`` It has always been a target of mine to play in the Premier League and I really wish to play in the Premier League with Brentford .
`` It would be magnificent for Brentford because it would be the first time and we have really been working hard on it . ''

Transfer update: Willian may move to London rival, Liverpool target new striker, Man Utd look to midfield enforcer
Transfer update: Willian may move to London rival, Liverpool target new striker, Man Utd look to midfield enforcer
Frank Lampard is clearly keen to improve his squad ahead of next season and the club are being linked with a multitude of players
Frank Lampard's first season as Chelsea boss is almost over and fans are already eagerly anticipating the next campaign.
Hakim Ziyech and Timo Werner are already confirmed as new arrivals, but there remains intense speculation about how Lampard will further shape the squad.
There have been a handful of big names linked with the club, with the number one goalkeeper spot a major discussion point following Kepa Arrizabalaga's recent sketchy form.
With that in mind, here is a round-up of the latest Chelsea transfer rumours.
Inter weighing up Chelsea duo
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Antonio Conte knows Chelsea's squad well after a successful spell in charge of the club.
Now it would appear the Italian is keen to reunite with two Blues at Inter Milan.
According to a report from Italian journalist Maurizio Pistocchi, Conte is eager to sign N'Golo Kante and Emerson Palmieri and is looking to fund the deals by selling defender Milan Skriniar and central midfielder Marcelo Brozovic.
Conte is attempting to overthrow former club Juventus, who have dominated Italian football for nigh on a decade.
Palmieri is expected to leave Stamford Bridge this summer as Lampard seeks out a new left-back option. There has been less discussion about Kante's situation, although it has not yet been ruled out by Lampard.
Pistocchi posted: "Kantè + Emerson Palmieri at Inter thanks to the sales of Skriniar (PSG or Manchester Utd) and Brozovic ( Liverpool )."
Chelsea considering move for Serie A defender
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Frank Lampard is considering a move for Atalanta defender Robin Gosens but will face competition from a trio of clubs for the left-back's signature.
The Blues have long been linked with a move for Ben Chilwell, but there are reservations about matching Leicester's likely asking price. Back-up target Nicolas Tagliafico is being considered by Atletico Madrid, and that has forced Lampard to cast his net wider.
Gosens, a signing from Heracles in 2017, has been a key part of Atalanta's success this season, during which they have climbed to second in Serie A.
Speculation is mounting that the club's stars will be targeted by Europe's elite, and Kicker claim that the Blues are now giving Gosens a thorough look in their quest for left-back depth.
Chelsea target responds to rumours
Said Benrahma has admitted he is 'flattered' by reports linking him with a move to the Premier League.
Image: Action Images) Action Images)
The former Nice forward has been in glittering form for Brentford this season and is still hopeful of earning promotion with the Bees via the Championship playoffs.
He may find himself in England's top-flight regardless, with Chelsea and Arsenal both linked with a move for him.
And when asked about links to the top flight, he told Metro: "I was really flattered.
"But, at the same time, I am so focused about getting out of the Championship with Brentford that I do not pay too much attention. But it gives me confidence.
"It has always been a target of mine to play in the Premier League and I really wish to play in the Premier League with Brentford.
"It would be magnificent for Brentford because it would be the first time and we have really been working hard on it."


thedailymirror--2020-07-24--Liverpool transfer round-up: Real Betis defender on Reds' radar

The transfer window was the furthest thing from the mind of anyone at Liverpool on Wednesday night as they lifted the Premier League title for the first time in the club ’ s history .
A 5-3 win over Chelsea at Anfield was a fitting way to begin a night of celebration on Merseyside .
When the dust has settled , though , thoughts will begin to turn to next season and the defence of the title .
A team that has reached 96 points - and may still yet get 99 - is unlikely to be in need of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ still being linked with players who could potentially add depth to their squad .
Here are all the latest Liverpool transfer rumours .
Liverpool prepared to better Napoli offer for Osimhen Liverpool are willing to offer improved terms to Lille striker Victor Osimhen after a proposed deal from Napoli , according to Tuttosport .
The Serie A club have reportedly offered the 21-year-old a five-year contract worth €25million .
But Liverpool are prepared to better that as they look to secure the transfer of one of Europe ’ s most in-demand young forwards @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the fee required to sign Osimhen .
Napoli are believed to have made a bid of between €60m and €80m , which may be further than Liverpool are willing to stretch .
Liverpool could move for Real Betis defender Aissa Mandi this summer , claim Estadio Deportivo .
The Algeria international is entering the final year of his contract with the Spanish club and is reportedly unlikely to sign a new deal .
According to Estadio Deportivo , it would be a “ miracle ” if an agreement is reached between player and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , are said to be monitoring the availability of Mandi , who has been at Betis since 2016 .
The 28-year-old would likely be brought in as cover for the back four , given his ability to play as both a full-back and centre-back .
Mandi could be available for as little as £10m as Betis look to raise cash following the financial impact of the season shutdown .
Lallana could be set for Southampton return Adam Lallana could make a return to former club Southampton when his Liverpool contract expires at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Express .
The 32-year-old was in the matchday squad as Liverpool beat Chelsea and lifted the Premier League title on Wednesday night .
But he did not get the chance to make a final Anfield appearance ahead of his exit this summer .
Southampton are reportedly keen on bringing Lallana back to the south coast as they look to strengthen their midfield .
But the Saints could face competition from Brighton , Leicester and Burnley .

Transfer update: Willian may move to London rival, Liverpool target new striker, Man Utd look to midfield enforcer
Transfer update: Willian may move to London rival, Liverpool target new striker, Man Utd look to midfield enforcer
Jurgen Klopp is thought to be keen on strengthening his backline this summer and is considering a number of options
The transfer window was the furthest thing from the mind of anyone at Liverpool on Wednesday night as they lifted the Premier League title for the first time in the club’s history.
A 5-3 win over Chelsea at Anfield was a fitting way to begin a night of celebration on Merseyside.
When the dust has settled, though, thoughts will begin to turn to next season and the defence of the title.
A team that has reached 96 points - and may still yet get 99 - is unlikely to be in need of drastic improvement.
But the Reds are still being linked with players who could potentially add depth to their squad. Here are all the latest Liverpool transfer rumours.
Liverpool prepared to better Napoli offer for Osimhen
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Liverpool are willing to offer improved terms to Lille striker Victor Osimhen after a proposed deal from Napoli, according to Tuttosport.
The Serie A club have reportedly offered the 21-year-old a five-year contract worth €25million.
But Liverpool are prepared to better that as they look to secure the transfer of one of Europe’s most in-demand young forwards.
The only stumbling block could be the fee required to sign Osimhen. Napoli are believed to have made a bid of between €60m and €80m, which may be further than Liverpool are willing to stretch.
Reds linked with Real Betis defender
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Liverpool could move for Real Betis defender Aissa Mandi this summer, claim Estadio Deportivo.
The Algeria international is entering the final year of his contract with the Spanish club and is reportedly unlikely to sign a new deal.
According to Estadio Deportivo, it would be a “miracle” if an agreement is reached between player and club.
Liverpool, along with Newcastle, are said to be monitoring the availability of Mandi, who has been at Betis since 2016.
The 28-year-old would likely be brought in as cover for the back four, given his ability to play as both a full-back and centre-back.
Mandi could be available for as little as £10m as Betis look to raise cash following the financial impact of the season shutdown.
Lallana could be set for Southampton return
Adam Lallana could make a return to former club Southampton when his Liverpool contract expires at the end of this week, according to the Express.
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The 32-year-old was in the matchday squad as Liverpool beat Chelsea and lifted the Premier League title on Wednesday night.
But he did not get the chance to make a final Anfield appearance ahead of his exit this summer.
Southampton are reportedly keen on bringing Lallana back to the south coast as they look to strengthen their midfield.
But the Saints could face competition from Brighton, Leicester and Burnley.


thedailymirror--2020-07-24--Man Utd transfer round-up: Red Devils eyeing up Jan Oblak and Adrien Rabiot

Manchester United ’ s excellent form since the Premier League ’ s restart has been halted a little of late following defeat to Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-final and a draw at home against West Ham .
A place in the top four remains in the Red Devils ’ hands ahead of Sunday ’ s trip to Leicester , but it is clear there are still areas of the squad that could be improved .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be aware of that , and he will no doubt have identified several players as potential targets for this summer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ take a look at the latest Manchester United rumours .
United are still showing interest in Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak , according to the Daily Mail .
Chelsea have also been linked with the Slovenia international , who is reportedly unhappy with decisions made by Atleti sporting director Andrea Berta .
The price tag may prove too much for United , though , with Oblak expected to cost the full £109million release clause in his contract .
Solskjaer is also likely to have Dean Henderson in his squad next season , following @ @ @ @ @ @ @ United .
He could compete with David De Gea for the No.1 position at Old Trafford .
United one of several clubs monitoring Juve midfielder Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot is a potential target for United this summer , report Calciomercato .
The 25-year-old has struggled to establish himself with the Serie A champions since joining from PSG , making just 18 league starts this season .
And Juve are reportedly willing to “ listen to offers for Rabiot ” when the transfer window opens .
United could face competition for his signature from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pursue a move for United goalkeeper Sergio Romero this summer , according to Argentinian TV station TyC Sports .
The 33-year-old could be demoted to third choice next season if Henderson returns from Sheffield United .
And that would suggest a move is the most logical option for Romero , who has been a capable deputy for De Gea over the last five years .
Marcelo Bielsa is reportedly considering a move for his compatriot as he looks to strengthen his squad ahead of Leeds ’ Premier League return .

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is known to be keen on adding a goalkeeper and attacking midfielder and sees the two as potential targets this summer
Manchester United’s excellent form since the Premier League’s restart has been halted a little of late following defeat to Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-final and a draw at home against West Ham.
A place in the top four remains in the Red Devils’ hands ahead of Sunday’s trip to Leicester, but it is clear there are still areas of the squad that could be improved.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be aware of that, and he will no doubt have identified several players as potential targets for this summer’s transfer window.
Here we take a look at the latest Manchester United rumours.
United interested in Oblak
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United are still showing interest in Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak, according to the Daily Mail.
Chelsea have also been linked with the Slovenia international, who is reportedly unhappy with decisions made by Atleti sporting director Andrea Berta.
The price tag may prove too much for United, though, with Oblak expected to cost the full £109million release clause in his contract.
Solskjaer is also likely to have Dean Henderson in his squad next season, following the 23-year-old’s loan at Sheffield United. He could compete with David De Gea for the No.1 position at Old Trafford.
United one of several clubs monitoring Juve midfielder
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Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot is a potential target for United this summer, report Calciomercato.
The 25-year-old has struggled to establish himself with the Serie A champions since joining from PSG, making just 18 league starts this season.
And Juve are reportedly willing to “listen to offers for Rabiot” when the transfer window opens.
United could face competition for his signature from Newcastle and Everton.
Leeds linked with move for Romero
Newly-promoted Leeds could pursue a move for United goalkeeper Sergio Romero this summer, according to Argentinian TV station TyC Sports.
Image: Action Images via Reuters) Action Images via Reuters)
The 33-year-old could be demoted to third choice next season if Henderson returns from Sheffield United.
And that would suggest a move is the most logical option for Romero, who has been a capable deputy for De Gea over the last five years.
Marcelo Bielsa is reportedly considering a move for his compatriot as he looks to strengthen his squad ahead of Leeds’ Premier League return.


thedailymirror--2020-07-24--Rob Kardashian shares rare shirtless pic after debuting dramatic weight loss

Rob Kardashian is embracing his new body after showing off his weight loss by sharing a topless photo of himself for the first time in years .
The 33-year-old Keeping Up With The Kardashians star had become the most private of the KarJenner tribe due to insecurities about his weight .
That seems a thing of the past now though as he followed up a photo that debuted his weight loss , with a shirtless snap that he has used as his profile pic on Instagram .
The reality star can be seen soaking up the sun , with his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leans forward feeling confident about his body , in a dramatic turnaround from how he has viewed himself in recent years .
Rob first showed the world how he now looked in a photo from sister Khloe Kardashian 's 36th birthday party in Los Angeles .
Fans were stunned as he stood next to Kourtney Kardashian 's ex Scott Disick and Khloe 's former beau , Tristan Thompson .
While Rob was wearing an all-black tracksuit , it was clear to see how much he had slimmed down in recent months .
Such @ @ @ @ @ @ @ looks , Rob took a significant step back from KUWTK , going from a fixture in the reality show to cameo appearances since Season 7 .
He could be coming back to the show though and this was teased by Khloe , who has supported him through his weight loss journey .
During a remote appearance on SiriusXM ’ s The Morning Mash Up , Khloe said : `` My brother ’ s coming back around , and he ’ s feeling more confident and comfortable .
`` So , I think he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , here we go ! ''
Season 19 of the family 's reality show is currently filming .
Khloe also revealed her input into Rob 's success with losing weight during an appearance on Daily Pop on July 17 .
She said : `` Him and I have always been so incredibly close .
He ’ s at things a lot , we just always respect his privacy .
`` And he just , I don ’ t know , was feeling himself as he should at my birthday .
He was fine @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” A source told Hollywood Life that Khloe along with the rest of the Kardashian family have been supporting him .
They said : `` His mom and sisters are all supportive but Khloe is his number one cheerleader .
`` Khloe ’ s always pushing him and checking on him and is just so proud of him . ''
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Rob Kardashian is certainly feeling confident about his new body shape as he has shared a topless pic for the first time in years after being supported by his sisters
Rob Kardashian is embracing his new body after showing off his weight loss by sharing a topless photo of himself for the first time in years.
The 33-year-old Keeping Up With The Kardashians star had become the most private of the KarJenner tribe due to insecurities about his weight.
That seems a thing of the past now though as he followed up a photo that debuted his weight loss, with a shirtless snap that he has used as his profile pic on Instagram.
The reality star can be seen soaking up the sun, with his back to the camera, as he leans forward feeling confident about his body, in a dramatic turnaround from how he has viewed himself in recent years.
Image: Rob Kardashian/Instagram) Rob Kardashian/Instagram)
Rob first showed the world how he now looked in a photo from sister Khloe Kardashian's 36th birthday party in Los Angeles.
Fans were stunned as he stood next to Kourtney Kardashian's ex Scott Disick and Khloe's former beau, Tristan Thompson.
While Rob was wearing an all-black tracksuit, it was clear to see how much he had slimmed down in recent months.
Such has his insecurities been about how he looks, Rob took a significant step back from KUWTK, going from a fixture in the reality show to cameo appearances since Season 7.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
He could be coming back to the show though and this was teased by Khloe, who has supported him through his weight loss journey.
During a remote appearance on SiriusXM’s The Morning Mash Up, Khloe said: "My brother’s coming back around, and he’s feeling more confident and comfortable.
"So, I think he just started a whole new season so, here we go!"
Season 19 of the family's reality show is currently filming.
Khloe also revealed her input into Rob's success with losing weight during an appearance on Daily Pop on July 17.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
She said: "Him and I have always been so incredibly close. He’s at things a lot, we just always respect his privacy.
"And he just, I don’t know, was feeling himself as he should at my birthday. He was fine with us posting a flick of him.”
A source told Hollywood Life that Khloe along with the rest of the Kardashian family have been supporting him.
They said: "His mom and sisters are all supportive but Khloe is his number one cheerleader.
"Khloe’s always pushing him and checking on him and is just so proud of him."
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thedailymirror--2020-07-24--Meghan and Harry file lawsuit over alleged drone photos taken of Archie in LA

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have filed a lawsuit against Los Angeles photographers after drones were allegedly used to take pictures of their son Archie .
Filed on Thursday to the LA County Superior Court , the complaint alleges that photographers captured pictures of the 14-month-old at the Sussexes ' Beverly Hills home during lockdown .
The invasion of privacy lawsuit is against unnamed defendants and references California 's laws that make photographing or filming someone in their home illegal .
The state was the first to introduce laws reining in paparazzi in 1998 , in response to the death @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , who was killed in Paris the year before .
But as the couple - who stepped down as senior royals in March , initially moving to Vancouver Island in Canada - do n't know the identities of the snappers , the suit would allow them to target anyone circulating the images .
Meghan and Harry 's lawyer Michael J. Kump said : `` Every individual and family member in California is guaranteed by law the right to privacy in their home .
No drones , helicopters or telephoto lenses can take away @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Duchess of Sussex are filing this lawsuit to protect their young son ’ s right to privacy in their home without intrusion by photographers , and to uncover and stop those who seek to profit from these illegal actions . ''
The suit claims the family has been the victim of drones , photographers and helicopters since their move , with holes even being cut in their security fences .
Meghan and Harry announced in January they would be 'abdicating ' from the Royal Family and splitting their time between the UK and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decision was made to protect Archie , while the couple plan to become financially independent .
The Duchess of Sussex hit out at the treatment by “ those in the corridors of power ” in her first speech since quitting her role in the royal family .
In a pre-recorded video earlier this month , Meghan spoke to the Girl Up 2020 Leadership Summit , as part of a session called `` The Time Is Now '' .
Speaking from her Los Angeles home , Meghan , 38 , said : “ I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ It ’ s that those in the halls and corridors and places of power , from lawmakers and world leaders to executives , all of those people , they depend on you more than you will ever depend on them .
“ And here ’ s the thing : they know this .
“ They know that all of you , at a younger age than any modern comparison , are setting the tone for an equitable humanity .
Not figuratively , literally .
“ This is a humanity that desperately needs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to push us , forcefully in a more inclusive , more just , and more empathetic direction . ''

Filed at the LA County Superior Court, the complaint alleges unnamed photographers took drone shots of 14-month-old Archie at Meghan and Harry's Beverly Hills home during lockdown
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry file lawsuit over alleged drone photos taken of Archie
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have filed a lawsuit against Los Angeles photographers after drones were allegedly used to take pictures of their son Archie.
Filed on Thursday to the LA County Superior Court, the complaint alleges that photographers captured pictures of the 14-month-old at the Sussexes' Beverly Hills home during lockdown.
The invasion of privacy lawsuit is against unnamed defendants and references California's laws that make photographing or filming someone in their home illegal.
The state was the first to introduce laws reining in paparazzi in 1998, in response to the death of the duke's mum Princess Diana, who was killed in Paris the year before.
But as the couple - who stepped down as senior royals in March, initially moving to Vancouver Island in Canada - don't know the identities of the snappers, the suit would allow them to target anyone circulating the images.
Meghan and Harry's lawyer Michael J. Kump said: "Every individual and family member in California is guaranteed by law the right to privacy in their home. No drones, helicopters or telephoto lenses can take away that right.
"The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are filing this lawsuit to protect their young son’s right to privacy in their home without intrusion by photographers, and to uncover and stop those who seek to profit from these illegal actions."
Image: Google Streetview) Google Streetview)
The suit claims the family has been the victim of drones, photographers and helicopters since their move, with holes even being cut in their security fences.
Meghan and Harry announced in January they would be 'abdicating' from the Royal Family and splitting their time between the UK and North America.
Harry has said the decision was made to protect Archie, while the couple plan to become financially independent.
Image: UK Press via Getty Images) UK Press via Getty Images)
The Duchess of Sussex hit out at the treatment by “those in the corridors of power” in her first speech since quitting her role in the royal family.
In a pre-recorded video earlier this month, Meghan spoke to the Girl Up 2020 Leadership Summit, as part of a session called "The Time Is Now".
Speaking from her Los Angeles home, Meghan, 38, said: “I want to share something with you.
“It’s that those in the halls and corridors and places of power, from lawmakers and world leaders to executives, all of those people, they depend on you more than you will ever depend on them.
“And here’s the thing: they know this.
“They know that all of you, at a younger age than any modern comparison, are setting the tone for an equitable humanity. Not figuratively, literally.
“This is a humanity that desperately needs you.
“To push it, to push us, forcefully in a more inclusive, more just, and more empathetic direction."


thedailymirror--2020-07-24--Frank Lampard is still learning and his Anfield bust-up was another big lesson

Amidst everything else he does so effortlessly well , Frank Lampard clearly has a sumptuous line in irony .
“ It is a fine line between winning – fair play , they have won the league – but don ’ t get too arrogant with it.
” Says the man who as a player did a lot of his winning under Jose Mourinho .
No dug-out arrogance there , oh no .
Lampard did not take it any further and did not let his annoyance with some of the antics from the Liverpool bench on Wednesday undermine his praise for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for all their wonderful football and achievements , it is easy to see how the touchline behaviour of Klopp and his associates could wind up opposite numbers .
But also , it is equally easy to see why events at Anfield might have touched a Lampard nerve .
They were a reminder of Liverpool ’ s greatness and more crucially , a reminder of what might be kindly described as Lampard ’ s teething troubles at Chelsea .
He is a diamond , Frank , no doubt about it .
He will surely @ @ @ @ @ @ @ another top-flight club .
He is good for the image of Chelsea FC , if that is something Roman Abramovich has suddenly come to care about , but Lampard is at the base of a steep learning curve .
Fifty-four Premier League goals conceded .
Only seven teams have let in more .
At the same stage last season , Chelsea , under the much-maligned Maurizio Sarri had EIGHT points more than the current vintage .
Their goal difference was ELEVEN better .
Chelsea have lost 12 Premier League games and you have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ find a season in which they lost more .
Lampard has his team in an FA Cup Final , which is nice .
Carlo Ancelotti won an FA Cup and a Premier League in his first season and was sacked 12 months later .
Sarri won the Europa League – Lampard ’ s Chelsea will , more than likely , soon be schooled again by Bayern Munich in the second leg of a Champions League tie in which the Germans already hold a three-goal advantage after the first one-sided game at Stamford Bridge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ season ’ s Champions League will be dependent on them avoiding defeat against Wolves at Stamford Bridge on Sunday .
There is no guarantee of that , not in the light of Chelsea ’ s defensive vulnerability .
Yet how are Lampard and Chelsea ’ s recruitment department tackling that issue ?
Not content with the progress of Christian Pulisic , they have signed Morocco winger Hakim Ziyech .
And they have increased their attacking options with the capture of Timo Werner .
But the truth is , Pep Guardiola ’ s Manchester @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on a solid defence .
Lampard should know , having been in the Mourinho side of 2004-05 .
That team conceded an average of 0.39 goals per game as opposed to the 1.46 of the current one .
Lampard has been slightly unfortunate to be gifted an expensive keeper with half-bricks for boots , but his defensive organisation is slapdash at best .
He might yet go on to win an FA Cup in his first season as Chelsea manager and limp into the Premier League ’ s top four .
But for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lampard , at this level , is still learning to walk .
And the fractious night at Anfield was another lesson .

ANDY DUNN COLUMN: The Chelsea boss lost his temper on the touchline and had a set-to with Jurgen Klopp and his assistant in the 5-3 defeat on Wednesday
Frank Lampard is still learning and his Anfield bust-up was another big lesson
Amidst everything else he does so effortlessly well, Frank Lampard clearly has a sumptuous line in irony.
“It is a fine line between winning – fair play, they have won the league – but don’t get too arrogant with it.”
Says the man who as a player did a lot of his winning under Jose Mourinho.
No dug-out arrogance there, oh no.
Lampard did not take it any further and did not let his annoyance with some of the antics from the Liverpool bench on Wednesday undermine his praise for Jurgen Klopp and his team.
And for all their wonderful football and achievements, it is easy to see how the touchline behaviour of Klopp and his associates could wind up opposite numbers.
Image: Bradley Ormesher NMCPool) Bradley Ormesher NMCPool)
But also, it is equally easy to see why events at Anfield might have touched a Lampard nerve.
They were a reminder of Liverpool’s greatness and more crucially, a reminder of what might be kindly described as Lampard’s teething troubles at Chelsea.
He is a diamond, Frank, no doubt about it.
He will surely make a fine manager of Chelsea or another top-flight club.
He is good for the image of Chelsea FC, if that is something Roman Abramovich has suddenly come to care about, but Lampard is at the base of a steep learning curve.
Fifty-four Premier League goals conceded. Only seven teams have let in more.
At the same stage last season, Chelsea, under the much-maligned Maurizio Sarri had EIGHT points more than the current vintage. Their goal difference was ELEVEN better.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Chelsea have lost 12 Premier League games and you have to go back over 20 years to find a season in which they lost more.
Lampard has his team in an FA Cup Final, which is nice. Carlo Ancelotti won an FA Cup and a Premier League in his first season and was sacked 12 months later. Sarri won the Europa League – Lampard’s Chelsea will, more than likely, soon be schooled again by Bayern Munich in the second leg of a Champions League tie in which the Germans already hold a three-goal advantage after the first one-sided game at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea’s entrance into next season’s Champions League will be dependent on them avoiding defeat against Wolves at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.
There is no guarantee of that, not in the light of Chelsea’s defensive vulnerability.
Image: Chelsea FC via Getty Images) Chelsea FC via Getty Images)
Yet how are Lampard and Chelsea’s recruitment department tackling that issue?
Not content with the progress of Christian Pulisic, they have signed Morocco winger Hakim Ziyech.
And they have increased their attacking options with the capture of Timo Werner.
But the truth is, Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City apart, success is normally built on a solid defence.
Lampard should know, having been in the Mourinho side of 2004-05.
That team conceded an average of 0.39 goals per game as opposed to the 1.46 of the current one.
Image: POOL/AFP via Getty Images) POOL/AFP via Getty Images)
Lampard has been slightly unfortunate to be gifted an expensive keeper with half-bricks for boots, but his defensive organisation is slapdash at best.
He might yet go on to win an FA Cup in his first season as Chelsea manager and limp into the Premier League’s top four.
But for all this season’s promise, Lampard, at this level, is still learning to walk.
And the fractious night at Anfield was another lesson.


thedailymirror--2020-07-24--Woman stabbed in neck with sword by 'Viking' in re-enactment rehearsal near pub

A woman was stabbed in the neck with a sword by a man dressed as a Viking in a re-enactment rehearsal .
An air ambulance rushed to a field behind the Woolpack Inn in Yalding , a village near Maidstone , Kent , to treat the woman with a serious neck injury .
The patient , also dressed in Viking clothing , received emergency treatment at the scene and was taken to King 's College Hospital in London by road .
An unnamed neighbour said the man was `` practising his moves '' when the incident occured .
She said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
They were practising and he caught her neck .
`` It really was an accident , a terrible one so I 'm glad she is okay now . ''
The two re-enactors are understood to be a couple and had been living in a caravan on the patch of land behind the 17th Century pub .
The air ambulance received a call about an `` accidental injury '' just after 5pm on July 12 .
An ambulance service spokesman said : `` We were called to reports of a woman with serious @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Yalding .
`` Ambulance crews including critical care paramedics attended and were joined by the air ambulance service .
`` The medical team worked together to provide emergency treatment at the scene before the patient was taken to Kings College Hospital by road in a life-threatening condition .
`` The air ambulance team joined our crews to help treat the patient en route to hospital . ''
Residents living nearby have been reacting to the news .
One said : `` I was quite surprised because it 's a lovely quiet village @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's the way I like it .
I do hope the people are okay though . ''
Another said : `` I saw the air ambulance people gave her a blood transfusion there and then .
It was quite shocking to see it all happen but I 'm really glad she 's okay . ''

mirrornews@mirror.co.uk (Joe Morgan, Ryan Merrifield, Liane Castle)

The woman - also in Viking clothing - was rushed to King's College Hospital after being caught by a fellow re-enactor while he was "practising his moves" using a real sword
Woman stabbed in neck with sword by 'Viking' in re-enactment rehearsal behind pub
A woman was stabbed in the neck with a sword by a man dressed as a Viking in a re-enactment rehearsal.
An air ambulance rushed to a field behind the Woolpack Inn in Yalding, a village near Maidstone, Kent, to treat the woman with a serious neck injury.
The patient, also dressed in Viking clothing, received emergency treatment at the scene and was taken to King's College Hospital in London by road.
An unnamed neighbour said the man was "practising his moves" when the incident occured.
Image: Chris Whippet/Geograph) Chris Whippet/Geograph)
She said: "They've got proper swords. They were practising and he caught her neck.
"It really was an accident, a terrible one so I'm glad she is okay now."
The two re-enactors are understood to be a couple and had been living in a caravan on the patch of land behind the 17th Century pub.
The air ambulance received a call about an "accidental injury" just after 5pm on July 12.
An ambulance service spokesman said: "We were called to reports of a woman with serious injuries in a field near Benover Road, Yalding.
"Ambulance crews including critical care paramedics attended and were joined by the air ambulance service.
"The medical team worked together to provide emergency treatment at the scene before the patient was taken to Kings College Hospital by road in a life-threatening condition.
"The air ambulance team joined our crews to help treat the patient en route to hospital."
Residents living nearby have been reacting to the news.
One said: "I was quite surprised because it's a lovely quiet village, not much happens here and that's the way I like it. I do hope the people are okay though."
Another said: "I saw the air ambulance people gave her a blood transfusion there and then. It was quite shocking to see it all happen but I'm really glad she's okay."


thedailymirror--2020-07-23--Face mask rules come into force today - all the places you now have to wear one

Face masks are now compulsory in all shops and supermarkets in England with flouters at risk of £100 fines .
Hours before the new measure came into effect at midnight , after much confusion and speculation , the government issued a full list of places where a face covering over your nose and mouth is mandatory .
They will also be compulsory in post offices , banks , indoor shopping centres , and when buying takeaway food and drink , for instance from a cafe .
It 's already mandatory on public transport and has been since June 15 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ mask - which can just be a a fabric covering , scarf or bandana - and police can issue £100 fines as a `` last resort '' .
For updates on coronavirus , follow our live blog HERE .
The law - which also covers people not wearing masks over their nose , and allows police `` reasonable force '' to remove maskless people who refuse to leave - will remain in place for up to a year .
Exemptions include for the disabled and children under 11 , while people can briefly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ staff - for example to show ID .
It comes after there was last-minute confusion over exactly where and how the rules applied .
People wo n't have to wear a mask in restaurants or cafes with table service , because it is impractical to do so while eating or drinking .
Pubs are also exempt .
If you 're sitting down and eating in the takeaway , you do n't need a mask .
But if you 're paying for food or drink then taking it out , you do need a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a face covering by law in England from July 24 • Takeaway food and drink shops or cafes , if you 're not sitting down to eat or drink and if there 's no table service available .
• Indoor shopping centres - excluding any area with sit-down food and drink service • Transport hubs - excluding any area with sit-down food and drink service No10 changed the rules on masks as part of a set of new restrictions in an effort to prevent a potentially catastrophic second wave in the winter .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ LBC radio she hoped people not wearing masks would be “ shamed ” into leaving stores .

Face masks: All the rules you must follow
Face masks: All the rules you must follow
Police have the power to fine flouters £100, with the government having released the full list of places just hours before the new restrictions came into place in England following days of confusion, particularly around takeaways
Face mask rules mean you must wear one in these places from today or be fined £100
Face masks are now compulsory in all shops and supermarkets in England with flouters at risk of £100 fines.
Hours before the new measure came into effect at midnight, after much confusion and speculation, the government issued a full list of places where a face covering over your nose and mouth is mandatory.
They will also be compulsory in post offices, banks, indoor shopping centres, and when buying takeaway food and drink, for instance from a cafe.
It's already mandatory on public transport and has been since June 15.
Stores can turn away those without a mask - which can just be a a fabric covering, scarf or bandana - and police can issue £100 fines as a "last resort".
For updates on coronavirus, follow our live blog HERE.
Image: Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror) Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror)
The law - which also covers people not wearing masks over their nose, and allows police "reasonable force" to remove maskless people who refuse to leave - will remain in place for up to a year.
Exemptions include for the disabled and children under 11, while people can briefly remove their mask if asked by shop staff - for example to show ID.
It comes after there was last-minute confusion over exactly where and how the rules applied.
Image: Julian Hamilton/Daily Mirror) Julian Hamilton/Daily Mirror)
People won't have to wear a mask in restaurants or cafes with table service, because it is impractical to do so while eating or drinking. Pubs are also exempt.
If you're sitting down and eating in the takeaway, you don't need a mask. But if you're paying for food or drink then taking it out, you do need a mask.
Places where you must wear a face covering by law in England from July 24
Shops, including banks and post offices
Takeaway food and drink shops or cafes, if you're not sitting down to eat or drink and if there's no table service available.
you're not sitting down to eat or drink and if there's no table service available. Supermarkets
Indoor shopping centres - excluding any area with sit-down food and drink service
Transport hubs - excluding any area with sit-down food and drink service
Public transport
No10 changed the rules on masks as part of a set of new restrictions in an effort to prevent a potentially catastrophic second wave in the winter.
Metropolitan Police commissioner Cressida Dick, told LBC radio she hoped people not wearing masks would be “shamed” into leaving stores.


thedailymirror--2020-07-23--Three people crushed by falling tree as witnesses describe 'gruesome' scene

Three people have been taken to hospital after a tree collapsed on them at a busy junction .
The tree fell on to the junction between Leyton High Road and Jesse Road at around 6pm on Thursday evening , crushing three pedestrians .
The London Ambulance dispatched two crews , treated three people at the scene and took all of them to hospital .
Harjit Gill , who lives in the area , said he passed the area while out for a run .
`` I saw someone under the tree on the pavement with a bandage on his head @ @ @ @ @ @ @ scene with the police and was told to move on quickly , '' said Mr Gill , who works in financial regulation .
`` The scene was of utter bemusement but gathered it was serious as the police shut the road off and were quite blunt in clearing the scene . ''
Another local resident told PA the people beneath the tree appeared trapped , however the Metropolitan Police said none were trapped .
The road has since reopened and the tree has been removed .
Last week the harrowing moment a huge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they walk along the road was caught on camera .
The giant oak fell onto a busy crossroads in Ealing , west London .
It came perilously close to falling on top of the walkers and narrowly misses a car on Saturday afternoon .
Dashcam footage shows the moment the tree was uprooted with a couple leaping out of its way as it falls .
Another woman - crossing the road at the time - dodges the massive tree by yards .

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The trio were hurt as they walked between Leyton High Road and Jesse Road at about 6pm on Thursday evening, crushing three pedestrians - witnesses described the scene as 'gruesome'
Three people crushed by falling tree as witnesses describe 'gruesome' scene
Three people have been taken to hospital after a tree collapsed on them at a busy junction.
The tree fell on to the junction between Leyton High Road and Jesse Road at around 6pm on Thursday evening, crushing three pedestrians.
The London Ambulance dispatched two crews, treated three people at the scene and took all of them to hospital.
Harjit Gill, who lives in the area, said he passed the area while out for a run.
"I saw someone under the tree on the pavement with a bandage on his head, the fire brigade arrived on the scene with the police and was told to move on quickly," said Mr Gill, who works in financial regulation.
Image: PA) PA)
"The guy's head was gruesome.
"The scene was of utter bemusement but gathered it was serious as the police shut the road off and were quite blunt in clearing the scene."
Another local resident told PA the people beneath the tree appeared trapped, however the Metropolitan Police said none were trapped.
The road has since reopened and the tree has been removed.
Image: PA) PA)
Last week the harrowing moment a huge tree nearly crushes three helpless pedestrians as they walk along the road was caught on camera.
The giant oak fell onto a busy crossroads in Ealing, west London.
It came perilously close to falling on top of the walkers and narrowly misses a car on Saturday afternoon.
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Dashcam footage shows the moment the tree was uprooted with a couple leaping out of its way as it falls.
Another woman - crossing the road at the time - dodges the massive tree by yards.


thedailymirror--2020-07-23--Seven St Mirren staff test positive for Covid-19 in blow for Premiership return

Plans for Scottish football 's big kick-off have potentially been dealt a blow following a major coronavirus outbreak at St Mirren .
Seven members of staff at the Paisley club have tested positive for Covid-19 nine days before the Scottish Premiership is due to start .
The Scottish football authorities announced that clubs would have to revert to twice-weekly testing after the requirements were relaxed earlier this month .
A Saints statement read : `` We can confirm our testing regimen has identified several members of our coaching staff have tested positive for Covid-19 .
Thus far no members of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we are taking all possible precautions to ensure there is no further spread . ''
A statement from the league and governing body read : `` The Joint Response Group has been notified that St Mirren Football Club has today returned seven positive tests for Covid-19 .
`` We immediately contacted the Scottish government and the office of the clinical director for Scotland to relay this information .
`` As a consequence , St Mirren 's planned friendly match at home to St Johnstone , scheduled to take place on Saturday 25 July @ @ @ @ @ @ @ light of this and other recent events , the JRG hereby notifies Scottish Premiership clubs that with immediate effect they must revert to twice-weekly testing protocols until further notice . ''
St Mirren are due to kick off their season at home to Livingston on August 1 .
Hamilton , who they faced in a friendly last Saturday , are confident their safety protocols will prevent any potential transmission .
Accies said : `` Following the departure of the St Mirren squad on Saturday the area used was cleaned and disinfected .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a segregated area at the far end of our stadium and is separate from the areas used by Hamilton Accies ' players and staff on a matchday .
`` Subsequently on Monday , all players and backroom staff were tested with all results returned negative . ''
In the first three weeks of coronavirus testing since contact training resumed for Scottish Premiership clubs , only one positive case out of 2,780 tests had been recorded , for an unnamed Aberdeen player .

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Transfer update: Willian may move to London rival, Liverpool target new striker, Man Utd look to midfield enforcer
The division has now returned to twice-weekly testing and St Mirren have gone into lockdown, with their friendly against St Johnstone on Saturday cancelled
Seven St Mirren staff test positive for coronavirus in potential blow for Premiership return
Plans for Scottish football's big kick-off have potentially been dealt a blow following a major coronavirus outbreak at St Mirren.
Seven members of staff at the Paisley club have tested positive for Covid-19 nine days before the Scottish Premiership is due to start.
The Scottish football authorities announced that clubs would have to revert to twice-weekly testing after the requirements were relaxed earlier this month.
A Saints statement read: "We can confirm our testing regimen has identified several members of our coaching staff have tested positive for Covid-19. Thus far no members of the playing staff have tested positive and we are taking all possible precautions to ensure there is no further spread."
Image: Andrew Neil) Andrew Neil)
A statement from the league and governing body read: "The Joint Response Group has been notified that St Mirren Football Club has today returned seven positive tests for Covid-19.
"We immediately contacted the Scottish government and the office of the clinical director for Scotland to relay this information.
"As a consequence, St Mirren's planned friendly match at home to St Johnstone, scheduled to take place on Saturday 25 July, has been cancelled.
"In light of this and other recent events, the JRG hereby notifies Scottish Premiership clubs that with immediate effect they must revert to twice-weekly testing protocols until further notice."
St Mirren are due to kick off their season at home to Livingston on August 1.
Hamilton, who they faced in a friendly last Saturday, are confident their safety protocols will prevent any potential transmission.
Accies said: "Following the departure of the St Mirren squad on Saturday the area used was cleaned and disinfected.
Image: SNS Group) SNS Group)
"The location occupied by St Mirren was a segregated area at the far end of our stadium and is separate from the areas used by Hamilton Accies' players and staff on a matchday.
"Subsequently on Monday, all players and backroom staff were tested with all results returned negative."
In the first three weeks of coronavirus testing since contact training resumed for Scottish Premiership clubs, only one positive case out of 2,780 tests had been recorded, for an unnamed Aberdeen player.