8 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on Kamaru Usman breaks down in tears after picking up first win in nearly four years vs Buckley at UFC Atlanta
KAMARU USMAN was moved to tears after winning his do-or-die octagon return.
The former welterweight and pound-for-pound king returned to the cage for the first time in 20 months early this morning in the main event of UFC Atlanta against Jaoquin Buckley.
GETTYKamaru Usman returned to the octagon against Jaoquin Buckley at UFC Atanta[/caption]
GETTYThe fomer welterweight king rolled back the year to return to the win column[/caption]
UFCUsman, 38, cut an emotional figure after picking up his first win in nearly four years[/caption]
UFCThe Nigerian Nightmare broken down in tears in his post-fight interview[/caption]
There were serious concerns that Usman’s time at the top was a thing of the past following three straight losses to Leon Edwards and Khamzat Chimaev.
But the 38-year-old rolled back the years with a suffocating display across five rounds to earn a unanimous decision victory courtesy of 49–46, 49–46, 48–47 scorecards.
An emotional Usman teared up in his post-fight interview as he said: “It’s been a while. I needed to get that monkey off my back.
“I know I’m still able to do this at the highest level.
“Sometimes when you’re going up against a young, hungry guy like that, very talented, very aggressive, you’ve got to pull out the skills and use your experience.
“And that’s what I did tonight.”
Usman insists victory over the surging Buckley has shown his detractors he’s still very much at the top of his game.
He said: “I know it’s a running joke, everybody wants to get on the internet and talk s***, ‘Oh, his knees, his knees.’
8 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney tracking EFL cult hero’s contract situation with Sheffield Wednesday in dire straits
WREXHAM are tracking Sheffield Wednesday cult hero Barry Bannan.
The midfielder has been a keen cog in the Owls machine since he signed in 2015.
GettyRyan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney could entice Barry Bannan to Wrexham[/caption]
GettyBarry Bannan has played for the Owls for ten years[/caption]
But the 35-year-old is one of many who could leave if Wednesday fail to pay his late wages.
Wrexham – co-owned by Hollywood duo Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney – are monitoring developments and can afford to pay a top salary.
The Red Dragons are also interested in former Scotland midfielder Stuart Armstrong, 33, who is a free agent after a short spell at Wednesday.
8 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on US Open star withdraws hours before start of final round after suffering injury and needing medical attention
COREY CONNERS has been forced to withdraw from the US Open just hours before his final round.
The Canadian, 33, has been suffering with a right wrist injury.
APCorey Conners has been forced to withdraw from the US Open[/caption]
Conners is believed to have sustained the injury during the third round.
The issue is said to have occurred as Conners attempted to play a bunker shot on the 11th hole.
Following the incident, Conners tried to play through the pain.
He received treatment on the course and managed to get through to the end of yesterday’s play.
The world No21 had his wrist taped and considered coming out to continue today.
But following a brief warm-up, Conners decided to pull out.
He had been due to start at 10:20am EST alongside Ryan Fox.
Prior to withdrawing, Conners had been 38th in the standings.
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8 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on Millwall’s Tanganga at centre of five-way Premier League transfer battle with ex-Spurs defender available for tiny fee
MILLWALL defender Japhet Tanganga has his sights on a move to Europe in a cheap deal.
The Lions could lose their former Tottenham player as a rush of clubs take an interest.
GettyJaphet Tanganga has impressed for Millwall[/caption]
Tanganga has a fixed fee at a bargain price of around £1.2million — making him an attractive option.
As many as FIVE Premier League sides including Crystal Palace are believed to be interested in the Hackney-born 26-year-old.
But the domestic pack have been told Tanganga’s preference is a switch to Germany or France.
Tanganga, 26, joined Millwall 12 months ago after being released by Spurs.
The former England youth international had played 50 times for his boyhood club before falling out of favour.
Following an unsuccessful loan at Augsburg, Tanganga moved to Millwall on an initial six-month deal.
Having impressed at The Den, the defender made the switch permanent.
Tanganga made 40 Championship appearances last season as the Lions came eighth.
HUDDERSFIELD want to bring Murray Wallace back to the club but are fighting with Blackpool.
The defender has left Millwall and is in talks with both sides.
NORWICH are helping keeper Angus Gunn in his recovery from an ankle injury — despite his exit from the club.
Gunn damaged ligaments playing for Scotland and is being treated at Carrow Road as he tries to find a new home.
WREXHAM centre-half Will Boyle hopes to join Gillingham because he will struggle for game time in the Championship.
WIGAN defender K’Marni Miller could be on his way to Stockport. County are lining up a surprise move for the 19-year-old, though Norwich have also shown interest.
BRIGHTON striker Joe Belmont, 18, is wanted on loan by Accrington. The Welshman was at Everton as a kid and could return to the North West.
Meanwhile, Stanley have lost 39 of their academy kids after shutting down that side of the club for financial reasons.
BLACKPOOL are trying to sign winger Warren Davis from Drogheda at the second attempt.
The Republic of Ireland U-21 wideman was due to join the Seasiders as a kid and now they are watching him again.
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8 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on Forgotten Love Island stars who returned to their day jobs after leaving the villa from a roofer to estate agent
FOR many hopefuls stepping into the Love Island villa, the ultimate prize isn’t just romance, but a golden ticket to lasting fame and fortune.
However, life after Majorca often proves far different – with influencer freebies and big-money brand deals quickly fading for most contestants.
Shutterstock EditorialMany forgotten Love Island stars have returned to their day jobs[/caption]
As a result, fans are beginning to see former Islanders return to their pre-villa careers.
For many, the stability of a regular job outweighs the fleeting glitz and glamour of reality telly.
Here, The Sun takes a look at those who’ve chosen a normal job over the pursuit of fame.
Billy Brown
ITVBilly Brown entered the TV villa back in 2022[/caption]
TikTok/@billybrown_11Two years on, he’s back working his old job as a roofer[/caption]
Fans of the hit ITV2 dating show saw Billy Brown enter the TV villa back in 2022.
The hunk was one of the bombshells to arrive during Love Island‘s infamous Casar Amor week.
Unfortunately for Billy his time was short-lived and he was dumped from the villa two weeks after his arrival.
Two years on, Billy has now revealed he’s back working his old job as a roofer.
Now 24, he took to social media to share an update with fans on a construction site as he wrote “pushing on”.
He continued on camera: “Another day, doing the house.
“Have a look, pushing on now, the floor joints are going in….that’s how it’s looking from above.
“Next stage is the floor and then the top steels.”
The hunk is also on top of his fitness and regularly posts snaps of him playing football to his 117,000 followers on Instagram.
Hugo Hammond
ITVHugo Hammond competed in the seventh series of Love Island[/caption]
InstagramHe now works for a property development company[/caption]
Hugo Hammond, 28, first shot to prominence when he competed in the seventh series of Love Island.
He appeared on the long-running dating show in 2021 where he was dumped from the villa after 38 days on the show.
But three years following his television stint, the star made a huge personal announcement.
The former reality contestant announced that he is joining property development company Pearcroft Developments.
His new firm specialises in building environmentally friendly luxuryhomes that provide sustainable living.
Hugo took to social media to announce his new personal news and career move.
He was beaming as he posed in a sleek grey kitchen, dressed in a navy polo top with complementary trousers.
The star wrote: “There we land. After a whirlwind few years consisting of teaching, TV and travel.
“I’m Excited to announce that i will be joining the @pearcroft developments investment team, where i will be continuing to build my network and driving sustainable development.
Hugo added: “If you want to know more about #greeninvesting and #sustainableliving, drop me a message.”
Munveer Jabbal
ITVMunveer was dumped on day 10[/caption]
TikTok/notmybaggNot long after the show, Munveer returned to his work in recruitment[/caption]
His failure to find love in the villa last summer proved to be a blessing in disguise.
Not long after the show, Munveer returned to his work in recruitment, specifically the tech sector, which he now has a decade of experience in.
But having had a taste of the Love Island life, he’s craving more time in the public eye.
“I’ve had a taste for it now and I feel like where I had it just taken away from me ever so quickly,” he says. “I feel like I’ve got so much more to offer. I loved it. So if there’s more opportunities out there, like your Made In Chelsea, The Traitors or wherever it is, I’m definitely up for it.”
Dr Alex George
ITVAlex shot to fame in 2018 on Love Island[/caption]
InstagramHe was an A&E doctor before the villa[/caption]
Anna has a huge following on social media and loves to share sizzling snaps on her Instagram.
But during the pandemic, she returned to the pharmacy as a pharmacist.
Anna confessed: “First day back working as a Pharmacist since leaving Love Island. It’s been almost a whole year! Wow can’t believe how fast it’s gone.
“Wasn’t really planning on registering yet but with everything that’s going on it felt wrong not to.
“We can all fight this together. Stay safe. Stay home. Save lives.”
Malin Andersson
Malin was on the second series of Love IslandMalin AnderssonShe was a carer before the villa[/caption]
Malin shot to fame in 2016 while on Love Island.
She coupled up with Rykard Jenkins and then Terry Walsh – who moved on very quickly from her when she was dumped from the show.
Before the programme Malin worked as a elderly and palliative carer – and just like Alex and Anna – she returned to her old job during the years of the pandemic.
She confessed: “I can’t sit at home on my own anymore knowing I have training within the sector.”
Rachel Fenton
Rachel was also on the second series of the showRexInstagramRachel worked as a nurse during the pandemic[/caption]
Rachel appeared on the same series as Malin all those years ago.
Rykard fell head over heels for the beauty and when she was dumped on day 15, he decided to go with her.
The pair didn’t last long…
Similar to the other Islanders working in the health service, she returned to the clinic as a orthopaedic clinical nurse during Covid.
Greg O’Shea
Greg won Love Island 2019RexGreg is a very successful rugby playerSportsfile
Greg entered as a bombshell and went on to win the 2019 series with Amber Gill.
Two years prior he graduated from University of Limerick with a law degree, but always had a passion for rugby.
8 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on Moment Prince Harry practices his German as he shares video message to mark country’s first Veteran’s Day
PRINCE Harry practised his German as he shared a video message to mark the country’s first ever Veteran’s Day.
The Duke of Sussex said it was a “profound privilege” to deliver the message on the “sacred day”.
Prince Harry practised his German in a video messagePAThe Duke of Sussex served two tours of Afghanistan[/caption]
GettyPrince Harry wears his uniform before stepping back from his royal duties[/caption]
Harry started his speech in German, greeting members of the country with their native tongue by saying “Guten Tag Deutschland!”
The Duke referenced joining over 2500 people including veterans and injured service members when he was last in Germany for the Invictus Games in Dusseldorf back in 2023.
Harry said: “My last visit to your remarkable country was to Düsseldorf two years ago for the Invictus Games, and it remains etched in my memory.
“The warmth, the enthusiasm, and the unwavering support shown by the German people for our global community of wounded service personnel was truly humbling. You certainly delivered on your promise to create a home for respect.
“That spirit of camaraderie, forged on the sports field, mirrors the unbreakable bond that connects veterans of all nations. We understand each other, regardless of flag or uniform, bound by shared experiences and an enduring commitment to service.
“Veterans are more than warriors – they are leaders. Living testaments to resilience and moral courage, they understand that loyalty must never lie with power alone, but with the people. With truth.”
During the video message, Harry was seen wearing numerous ceremonial medals that he was awarded in the past.
This included the Afghan Campaign medal, Golden Jubilee medal, Diamond Jubilee medal and Platinum Jubilee medal.
However, non-working members of the royal family are barred from wearing military uniforms to official state occasions and Harry was not allowed to wear the military uniform to theQueen’s processionfollowing herdeath.
After Harry stepped away from hisRoyal Familyduties he was also stripped of his honorary military roles.
But the Duke still wore hismedals on his suitat the coffin procession for the late Queen.
Speaking about service, Harry continued in his speech: “As someone who has worn the uniform and stood shoulder to shoulder with brothers-and sisters-in-arms from across the world – including many of you – I know that the weight of service is not carried lightly.
“We serve not to glorify war, but to protect peace. Not to follow a single voice, but to uphold a collective oat – to country, to people, and to the principles that bind us together as free nations.
“Germany has shown the world how memory, accountability, and unity can be turned into strength.”
Harry added how during “turbulent times”,, Germany’s role in safeguarding peace and stability in Europe “has never been more critical”.
He continued: “To the brave men and women of the Bundeswehr – a heartfelt thank you for your steadfast service to your country, to your people and to one another.
“Today is also a celebration of you, the values you stand for, the oath you took and the great country you stand to protect.
“Today, let us renew our commitment—together—to protect the freedoms that define who we are, to serve each other for peace, for dignity and for the enduring promise of democracy.
“Vielen dank und einen schonen tag.”
It comes just 24 hours after the Royals all came out in formal attire for Trooping the Colour.
Wills wore the Full Ceremonial Guard Order of the Welsh Guards yesterday during the parade.
Kate, meanwhile, looked elegant in an aquamarine Catherine Walker coatdress with ivory lapels and cuffs.
Both King Charles and Prince William were spotted wearing a black armband as they made their way down The Mall.
Those at the parade also held a minute’s silence following the devastating crash.
AFPHarry wore his medals on his suit at the coffin procession for the late Queen[/caption]
AFPPrince Harry in his younger days during a parade at Sandhurst[/caption]
Prince Harry's Army career
Prince Harry entered RMAS in May 2005 to begin 44 weeks of Officer Cadet training, this was after passing his Regular Commissions Board (RCB), the qualification necessary to train at Sandhurst, in September 2004.
In January 2006, Clarence House announced he was to join the Blues and Royals, after which he was commissioned as an Army officer on 12 April that year.
The Duke of Sussex served in the Army for ten years, undertaking two tours of Afghanistan.
The father of two rose to the rank of Captain at the peak of his military career which began in 2004.
During his time serving, he qualified as an Apache Aircraft Commander.
In his memoir Spare he revealed he flew six missions during his second tour of duty which resulted in “the taking of human lives” of which he was neither proud nor ashamed.
His decision to leave the Army was confirmed in March 2015.
Prince Harry ended his military career at the rank of captain in June 2015, following a secondment to the Australian military.
General Sir Nicholas Carter, the then-Chief of the General Staff, said that Prince Harry had “achieved much in his 10 years as a soldier”.
8 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on Danniella Westbrook seen in bandages after surgeons use cartilage from her rib to fix her nose in life changing op
DANNIELLA Westbrook has undergone surgery to rebuild her face – with surgeons using cartilage from her rib to fix her nose.
The former EastEnders actress was seen with a bandage over her nose following the procedure.
BackGridDanniella Westbrook has undergone surgery to rebuild her face – with surgeons using cartilage from her rib to fix her nose[/caption]
BackGridShe underwent the procedure on Thursday[/caption]
BackGridDanniella abused the drug so badly that her septum – the cartilage that separates the two nostrils – fell out[/caption]
BackGridThe star was supported by her boyfriend, bare knuckle fighter, Charlie Symonds after the op[/caption]
Danniella, 51, was supported by her boyfriend, bare knuckle fighter, Charlie Symonds after the op.
She underwent the procedure on Thursday and told her fans: “Big day for me heading down for a very long surgery right now to rebuild my face.
“Then I can get back to work.”
A source said: “Danniella is recovering after the surgery and is being supported by Charlie.
“She is so grateful for the support from her fan base.”
Danniella got hooked on drugs aged 14 after shooting to fame as Sam Mitchell in the BBC One soap.
She said she wasted £250,000 on cocaine, was so badly addicted to the drug that she took five grams a day while pregnant with her son Kai.
Danniella abused the drug so badly that her septum – the cartilage that separates the two nostrils – fell out.
In 2023, Danniella opened up about her stint on CelebrityBig Brother in 2017 and said she was struggling with her addiction then.
She said: “When I went on Big Brother my kids were thinking ‘oh my God how’s she going to be?’
“Because I went on there doing 11 grams of gear [cocaine] a day.”
She got clean before relapsing again a year later and said: “I’m an addict and the wheels fell off. I was dabbing cocaine in my mouth and rubbing it around my gums to numb the pain.
“People think I was hoovering cocaine up my nose again but I wasn’t. I was wiping it around my gums.”
In 2021, she faced another relapse but got clean again.
Since then Danniella has spent over £500,000 rebuilding her face and in 2023 travelled to Turkey for her fifth facial reconstruction surgery, undergoing a surgical thread lift.
The procedure involved them putting 1,200 threads into her face, and then liposuction to remove fat from her body and put it into her cheeks and lips to make her face more symmetrical.
SplashIn 2023, Danniella opened up about her stint on Celebrity Big Brother in 2017 and said she was struggling with her addiction then[/caption]
BackGridThe star was pictured leaving the hospital[/caption]
BackGridDanniella has spent over £500,000 rebuilding her face[/caption]
8 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on Americans mock underwhelming Flag Day parade with soldiers ‘marching out of step’
Donald Trump and First Lady Melania stand together at the end of Saturday’s parade (Picture: Getty Images North America)
Donald Trump’s military parade yesterday was supposed to show the strength and power of the States, but not everyone was impressed – with some even branding it ‘humiliating’ and ‘lacklustre’.
The pageant, which marked the 250th anniversary of the US army, and also took place on the President’s 79th birthday, received a lukewarm reaction after soldiers were shown marching out of lockstep in front of ‘tiny’ crowds.
Viewers posted photos of sparse crowds on social media, and even seemingly disinterested soldiers as they processed through Washington.
Some even mocked the parade as a knock-off version of awesome displays put on in autocracies such as North Korea.
Veteran Christopher David gave a damning verdict on the quality of the procession.
He posted on X: ‘I’ve marched in more military parades than I even care to remember. Probably watched dozens more as a spectator. And this is easily the worst and sloppiest marching I’ve ever witnessed at a formal military parade. It feels like a big “f*** you” to Trump from the soldiers.’
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Soldiers march down Constitution Ave in Washington DC for the army’s 250th anniversary parade on Flag Day on Saturday (Picture: ZUMA press wire/Shutterstock)
Tanks cross the Potomac River in Washington as part of the parade, which took place on Trump’s 79th birthday (Picture: AP)
Demonstrators take part in a protest against the Trump administration during the “No Kings” national rally in downtown Los Angeles, California (Picture: Getty)
Around 6,600 troops, 150 vehicles, and over 50 military aircraft took part in the parade (Picture: Getty Images North America)
More than 6,600 soldiers were joined by tanks and robot dogs on the march down Constitution Avenue as well as military aircraft in what was the first event of its kind in the US since 1991.
Attendance appeared to fall far short of early predictions that as many as 200,000 people would attend, and there were large gaps between viewers near the Washington Monument.
Even Trump himself was shown on a clip appearing to look downcast and bored as he watched the parade alongside his wife Melania.
But the lack of crowds could be partly down to the weather, with humid conditions and the threat of thunderstorms dampening turnout.
Not everyone was underwhelmed: Larry Stallard, a retired American Airlines pilot, said he travelled from Kansas City for the weekend ‘to see the military and see Trump.’
Some felt that Trump himself looked unimpressed by the show
The Republican voter said it was ‘hard to believe’ people were upset about the cost of the event when ‘they blow that in 10 seconds on things that we don’t even need’.
The parade had been criticised for costing up to 45 million dollars (£33 million), as well as the possibility that the heavy tanks could tear up city streets.
About six in 10 Americans said it was ‘not a good use’ of government money, according to a poll from the Associated Press-NORC Centre for Public Affairs Research.
The low turnout at the display was contrasted with huge crowds at ‘No Kings’ protests held around the country on Saturday, planned to coincide with the military parade.
These were protests against what they see as the concentration of power in one leader’s hands, claiming that Trump has overstepped the limits of presidential authority.
Large crowds were seen in major cities including Los Angeles, New York, Philadelphia and Houston.
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