<p>A Brazilian tourist could face death by firing squad after cocaine was discovered in her suitcase, but she claims she was tricked by a gang.</p> <p>Brazilian national Manuela Vitoria de Araujo Farias, 19, was discovered at Bali airport with three kilograms of cocaine allegedly stored in her luggage last month.</p> <p>After being arrested on January 27, the 19-year-old claims that she was tricked by a gang to put the drugs in her bag as she seeks to avoid the death penalty, as reported by the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11725191/Aussie-tourists-warned-smuggling-drugs-Bali-Brazilian-teen-faces-death-penalty.html?ito=social-facebook_Australia&fbclid=IwAR1Qp4Ex0ItrSJ-ehpgDPIgn-5NWzVKiu4xddqA8CWZ_jAQ1CyAxkggQC5I" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daily Mail</a>.</p> <p>Indonesia's strict anti-drug laws could see the Brazilian national be executed by firing squad if found guilty of drug-trafficking charges.</p> <p>[[facebookwidget||https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=553706193445064]]</p> <p>According to the <a href="https://www.thebalitimes.com/headlines/teen-facing-death-by-firing-squad-in-bali-after-illegal-act/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bali Times</a>, Farias' lawyer Davi Lira da Silva claims that the teen was visiting Bali to visit a temple where they pray for the sick, as she seeks Buddhist prayers for a cure after her mother recently suffered a stroke.</p> <p>The lawyer claims that a gang coerced Farias into packing the drugs, with Indonesian officials believing that the cocaine went unnoticed by Brazilian security and in Qatar where she made a connection.</p> <p>Police in Santa Catarina in Brazil have allegedly refused to discuss an investigation into the criminal gangs that gave Farias the drugs.</p> <p>This news comes just after Australian surfer Jeffrey Welton escaped the death penalty after heroin and methamphetamine were discovered in his luggage at the same airport in September last year.</p> <p>As per the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11725191/Aussie-tourists-warned-smuggling-drugs-Bali-Brazilian-teen-faces-death-penalty.html?ito=social-facebook_Australia&fbclid=IwAR1Qp4Ex0ItrSJ-ehpgDPIgn-5NWzVKiu4xddqA8CWZ_jAQ1CyAxkggQC5I" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daily Mail</a> report, 52-year-old Welton was instead sentenced to eight months in a rehabilitation facility after a judge ruled that the surfer was a drug addict as opposed to a trafficker.</p> <p>Australian website <a href="https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/indonesia" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Smart Traveller</a> lays out advice for those traveling to Indonesia, including listing the drug laws and punishments.</p> <p>"Penalties for drug offenses are severe. They include the death penalty," the website states. "Police target illegal drug use and possession across Indonesia. Police often target popular places and venues in Bali and Jakarta."</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263193807" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/Screenshot-2023-02-08-at-11.33.44.png" alt="" width="906" height="588" />[[imagecaption|| Bali is a popular destination for tourists, but they are being warned to check local drug laws before taking prescription drugs. Credit: Jan Wlodarczyk / Alamy]]</p> <p>The site explains that drugs that are legal in some places around the world, such as prescription drugs and cannabis, can result in a heavy fine, jail sentence, or even the death penalty if brought into Indonesia.</p> <p>It stresses that having a prescription does not allow the user to carry the drugs into the country, and thorough research should be done into what is and isn't allowed before traveling.</p> <p>Smoking is also banned in many public places in Bali, and being caught doing so could result in a hefty fine or time behind bars. Gambling is also illegal and can result in imprisonment.</p> <p>It's better to play it safe than sorry, as even sleeping pills can result in severe punishments.</p> <h6>Featured image credit: GoodOlga / Alamy</h6>

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Tourist could face death by firing squad in Bali

<p>Gabby Petito's parents have released a photo of her bruised face reportedly taken before police stopped her and Brian Laundrie after bystanders reported witnessing a domestic dispute between the couple.</p> <p>The selfie shows Petito, 22, looking distressed and crying, with red marks which appear to be bruising or blood around one of her eyes.</p> <p>The picture was allegedly taken by Petito on her cell phone in the back of the van she and Laundrie had been traveling in, in Moab on August 12, 2021, shortly <a href="https://vt.co/news/us/officials-tear-down-gabby-petito-memorial-in-brian-laundrie-family-homes-front-yard">before she was killed</a> in late August.</p> <p>The image's data reportedly shows the photo was taken at or around the time the 911 call was made about an <a href="https://vt.co/news/us/gabby-petitos-mom-didnt-see-any-red-flags-with-brian-laundrie-as-family-open-up-about-autopsy">alleged domestic dispute</a> between the couple by onlookers.</p> <p>[[twitterwidget||https://twitter.com/MikeSington/status/1623062851790442496]]</p> <p>The family's attorney Brian C. Stewart told People: "I believe she knew she was in trouble and that this crossed the line and she took that picture in the back of the van."</p> <p>Attorney for Petito's parents, Nichole Schmidt and Joe Petito. added: "According to available data, the image was taken a 4:37 PM, at or before the approximate time of the initial 911 call."</p> <p>A lawsuit filed by the parents also claims that Petito had shown the injury to one of the police officers that responded to the call, but alleges "he ignored her and did nothing more to investigate or document the injury."</p> <p>They argue that their daughter would be alive today had police in Moab, Utah, not <a href="https://vt.co/news/us/gabby-petito-police-probe-questions-if-she-would-be-alive-if-case-was-handled-differently">mishandled their interaction</a> with Laundrie in the days before he killed Petito.</p> <p>Stewart told the outlet: "It is totally heartbreaking to see her hurt and scared and in need and to have her concerns ignored the way that it was.</p> <p>"We believe that if they followed up and investigated those injuries and asked the questions they should have they would have understood the danger she was in and she would have better understood the danger she was in. We believe she would be alive today if they handled it properly."</p> <p><img class="wp-image-1263193845 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2KCR5CM-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="1948" />[[imagecaption|| Gabby Petito's body was found weeks after she was killed by Brian Laundrie. Credit: NurPhoto SRL / Alamy]]</p> <p>Lisa Church, communications manager for the City of Moab, told People that the city will not comment on ongoing or pending litigation.</p> <p>The couple had been traveling across the country in their van before Petito was reported missing on September 11, 2021, which was 10 days after Laundrie had quietly returned to his family home in Florida with the van and without his girlfriend.</p> <p>Petito was killed by Laundrie in late August 2021 and her remains were found on September 19 at the Spread Creek Dispersed Camping area in Wyoming, close to where the couple's white Ford Transit van had also been seen.</p> <p>It was determined that she had been killed "three to four weeks" before her body was found, with her cause of death being blunt force trauma to the head and neck as well as manual strangulation.</p> <p>A warrant was issued for Laundrie's arrest, and a manhunt ensued before his skeletal remains and belongings were found in the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park on October 20, in an area that had recently been underwater due to flooding.</p> <p>An autopsy later determined that he had died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, and a notebook among his belongings <a href="https://vt.co/news/us/brian-laundries-notebook-confession-revealed-says-he-ended-gabby-petitos-life-to-take-away-her-pain">contained a confession</a> stating he had killed Petito, claiming he had done it to be "merciful" after she had fallen and injured herself.</p> <p>[[twitterwidget||https://twitter.com/thelastshow/status/1623056876710535174]]</p> <p>He had also admitted to using her phone to send messages to her family to make out that she was alive after he had killed her.</p> <p>Prior to the murder, Petito and Laundrie had been stopped by police, and bodycam footage showed them being spoken to by the side of the road.</p> <p>During the encounter, Laundrie, 23, appeared unfazed while Petito sobbed as she defended his actions and told police she had hit him in the face during their altercation.</p> <p>Paperwork filed after the incident saw police categorize the call as a "mental health crisis" rather than domestic violence.</p> <p>[[twitterwidget||https://twitter.com/bobbywellison/status/1623071510742151170]]</p> <p>An independent review of the officers' actions, commissioned by the city of Moab, found that they had committed "unintentional mistakes that stemmed from the fact that officers failed to cite Ms. Petito for domestic violence."</p> <p>The statement added: "The City of Moab sends our sincere condolences to the Petito family. Our hearts go out to them as they continue to deal with the tragic loss of their daughter."</p> <h6>Featured image credit: <span id="automationThirdPartyAgencyName">REUTERS</span> / Alamy</h6> <p> </p>

Gabby Petito's parents release heartbreaking photo of daughter taken before she was murdered

<p>Forensics experts have been left baffled as they continue their search for missing mother Nicola Bulley, almost two weeks after her initial disappearance.</p> <p>The 45-year-old was reported missing on Friday, January 27, after dropping her two daughters - aged six and nine - off at school. She then went for a walk around River Wyre in St. Michael's on Wyre, Lancashire with the family dog Willow.</p> <p>At approximately 09:00 AM Ms. Bulley - who worked as a mortgage adviser - logged onto a Microsoft Teams call. It ended about 30 minutes later, but she apparently stayed logged onto the call.</p> <p>A passerby discovered Ms. Bulley's frantic dog at 10:30 AM and noticed a phone had been abandoned on a bench beside the river.</p> <p><img class="wp-image-1263192951 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2MXCGG4-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="1705" />[[imagecaption|| A person stands beside the bench where Nicola Bulley's phone was found. Credit: PA Images / Alamy]]</p> <p>Lancashire police have since revealed that one of their working hypotheses is that Ms. Bulley had <a href="https://vt.co/news/missing-mother-nicola-bulley-believed-to-have-fallen-in-river-police-say" target="_blank" rel="noopener">fallen into the River Wyre</a> and that this was "not suspicious but a tragic case of a missing person".</p> <p>They employed the use of <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/police-search-river-and-seal-off-scene-in-hunt-for-missing-dog-walker-nicola-bulley" target="_blank" rel="noopener">specialist diving teams</a> who scoured the River Wyre for traces of the mother-of-two. Sadly, however, a private specialist diving team assisting in the hunt decided to call off their search for the missing mother today (February 8), the <a href="https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/nicola-bulley-dive-expert-end-26187967" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Manchester Evening News</a> reported.</p> <p><span class="css-901oao css-16my406 r-poiln3 r-bcqeeo r-qvutc0">"The man leading the private search team working alongside the police in the hunt for Nicola Bulley says they've completed the work they’ve come to do and there’s been no sign of her in the water. </span><span class="r-18u37iz">Peter Faulding </span>says he remains "baffled" by what's happened," a Channel 4 reporter tweeted.</p> <p>[[twitterwidget||https://twitter.com/RWindscheffel/status/1623321210107863041]]</p> <p>Faulding - the CEO and founder of the private diving team - has been vocal about five key things surrounding Ms. Bulley's case that don't add up.</p> <p>Firstly, Faulding states that the phone left on the bench beside the river - which was still logged onto her work call with the camera and microphone off - could be a decoy left by a third party.</p> <p>Secondly, he pointed out that the family dog was "bone dry", meaning it had most likely not jumped into the river after Ms. Bulley - which serves to reinforce Faulding's argument that the local woman did not drown, per <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/nicola-bulley-missing-woman-forensics-b2278002.html?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwAR1l0OLNiMQQ_YIrZqqRDb7nL-u0UFO6L8i2tTP9YnHSSjajgqjiLVyCE54#Echobox=1675857147" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Independent</a>.</p> <p>He also found it strange that there were no reports of screams or yelling being heard from the area, and that the scene beside the lake had not been cordoned off to preserve any potential evidence. Finally, Faulding reveals that it is odd that no body has been found, despite the extensive search.</p> <p>"These are very professional divers and they didn't find anything and that is the odd thing about this. That is what I can't get my head around. It is very strange," he stated.</p> <p>Our thoughts are with Nicola Bulley's family, friends, and colleagues at this difficult time.</p> <h6>Featured image credit: Peter Byrne / Alamy</h6>

Forensics expert claims 5 things don't add up in Nicola Bulley case

<p>Turkey and Syria have been rocked by two devastating earthquakes this week, with <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/death-toll-syria-turkey-quake-rises-more-than-8700-2023-02-08/?UTM_CAMPAIGN=Big_Moments&UTM_SOURCE=Google&UTM_MEDIUM=Sponsored" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Reuters</a> estimating that the death toll currently stands at over 11,000.</p> <p>An initial <a href="https://vt.co/news/over-1200-killed-in-turkey-and-syria-in-devastating-7-8-magnitude-earthquake">7.8 magnitude earthquake</a> hit southeastern Turkey near the Syrian border early Monday morning (February 6) at 04:17 AM local time, with a 6.7 magnitude aftershock being felt 11 minutes later.</p> <p>It has become the deadliest quake in over a decade, after a <a href="https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/tohoku-earthquake-and-tsunami">2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan claimed the lives of almost 20,000 people</a>. Now, Turkey and Syria are experiencing the effects of a major quake on a similar scale, with the death toll steadily increasing.</p> <p>The initial earthquake could be felt across the world, including as far as Greenland and a 7.5 magnitude tremor then hit the region again as rescue missions were underway, per <a href="https://edition.cnn.com/2023/02/05/europe/earthquake-hits-turkey-intl-hnk/index.html">CNN</a>.</p> <p>On Tuesday (February 7) another earthquake - at 5.8 magnitude - hit central Turkey. As a result of the two devastating earthquakes, it has been suggested that close to 6,000 buildings have been destroyed across both Turkey and Syria.</p> <p>Over 54,000 people have been wounded amid the disaster - a figure that includes more than 49,000 in Turkey alone, <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/alisondurkee/2023/02/08/more-than-11000-dead-in-turkey-and-syria-earthquake-as-death-toll-nearly-doubles/?sh=f670374e6a7f">Forbes</a> reports.</p> <p>Rescue operations have increased as officials attempt to recover people trapped under collapsed buildings.</p> <p><img class="wp-image-1263193842 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/earthquake-image.jpg" alt="" width="1535" height="800" />[[imagecaption|| Survivors warm themselves near a fire in a relief center in Turkey. Credit: ZUMA Press, Inc. / Alamy]]</p> <p>Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said it was the country's most devastating disaster since 1939 - a year that saw a 7.8 magnitude quake strike Turkey's eastern province of Erzincan, ending the lives of at least 30,000 people, per <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/1992/03/15/world/turkey-digs-through-quake-s-debris.html">The New York Times.</a></p> <p>"We were sleeping, then we collapsed on the ground, and when it stopped we left the building," said 24-year-old İbrahim Furkan Aydin of the horrific events this week, while speaking to <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/78-magnitude-earthquake-shakes-central-turkey-rcna69251">NBC News</a>. He and his mother were visiting from Istanbul and had arrived in Gaziantep on Saturday.</p> <p>In the wake of the traumatic disaster, hundreds of human rights groups, NGOs, and crisis relief organizations (among others) have rallied together to help those affected in the region (of which Reuters is anticipating could be as many as 13 million).</p> <p>Unfortunately, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's government has been subject to sanctions by the United States and across Europe, which has significantly slowed down the nation's ability to receive aid.</p> <p>Moreover, in 2022 Russia vetoed a UN resolution that would have extended cross-border aid to Syria. Evidently, even prior to the earthquakes, Syria has long fallen victim to both political and logistical challenges. These have only multiplied in the wake of the natural disaster.</p> <p>As a result, many countries are apprehensive about funnelling aid through the Syrian government - something that rescue workers on the ground say is already costing them lives, per <a href="https://apnews.com/article/politics-syria-government-united-states-bashar-assad-e1bd001643fd8386e8ccb1fcd2a922f3" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AP</a>.</p> <p>Thankfully, there are certain groups that are currently involved in the relief effort in both Syria and Turkey. These include:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://donate.redcross.org.uk/appeal/syria-crisis-appeal" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Red Cross Syria Appeal</a> (working with the Syrian Arab Red Crescent, the British Red Cross has launched an appeal for blankets and other necessities);</li> <li><a href="https://www.savethechildren.org/us/what-we-do/emergency-response/turkey-syria-earthquake" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Save the Children </a>(currently working in northwest Syria and Turkey to best assess aid necessary, this group is planning to support affected communities with emergency kits amid the harsh winter weather);</li> <li><a href="https://donate.doctorswithoutborders.org/secure/turkey-syria-earthquake-onetime?source=ADU2011U0W27" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Doctors Without Borders</a> (this organization is providing immediate emergency support through additional staffing, blankets and kits in northwestern Syria in the wake of the earthquake);</li> <li><a href="https://www.unicefusa.org/?form=FUNNPGQXEGQ&utm_campaign=20230206_Emergencies&utm_medium=Organic&utm_source=2622SyriaEarthquake&utm_content=HelpNow2622SyriaEarthquake&ms=Organic_PRL_2023_Emergencies_20230206_2622SyriaEarthquake_HelpNow2622SyriaEarthquake_none_none&initialms=Organic_PRL_2023_Emergencies_20230206_2622SyriaEarthquake_HelpNow2622SyriaEarthquake_none_none" target="_blank" rel="noopener">UNICEF</a> (prioritizing the impact the quake had on water stations and any other interruptions to services, as well as assessing the damages schools face);</li> <li><a href="https://www.syriacivildefence.org/en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The White Helmets</a> (this volunteer organization is requesting more equipment and supplies to continue numerous search and rescue operations in the region); and</li> <li><a href="https://www.rescue.org/article/how-help-after-syria-turkey-earthquake" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The International Rescue Committee</a> (an organization that responds to the most serious humanitarian crises).</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://sharethemeal.org/goals/earthquake1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ShareTheMeal</a> app - founded under the United Nations World Food Programme - is also a tool that has been used by hundreds of thousands of people across the globe to share a meal with someone in need.</p> <p>Following the earthquakes, the app has a section dedicated entirely to the relief in Turkey and Syria. Users have several payment options - they can buy one meal or several depending on the size of the donation.</p> <p>Governments from across the world are sending rescue teams and other supplies to the region hit by the quake, with President Joe Biden <a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS/status/1622581709156786178">sharing a statement</a> in the wake of the ordeal.</p> <p>He said: "I am deeply saddened by the loss of life and devastation caused by the earthquake in Turkiye and Syria. I have directed my team to continue to closely monitor the situation in coordination with Turkiye and provide any and all needed assistance."</p> <h6>Featured image credit: ZUMA Press, Inc. / Alamy</h6>

Here's how you can support those affected by the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria as the death toll rises to 11,000

<p>Sidney Poitier has died at the age of 94.</p> <p>The heartbreaking news was announced on Friday by Minister of Foreign Affairs Fred Mitchell.</p> <p><img class="size-large wp-image-1263140653" src="https://img.vt.co/2022/01/HBBT9C-993x1024.jpg" alt="" width="993" height="1024" />[[imagecaption|| Credit: Everett Collection Inc / Alamy]]</p> <p>Poitier became an instrumental part of Hollywood history, breaking down barriers to become the very first Black person to win Best Actor at the Academy Awards in 1964. That same year, he also won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor.</p> <p>Both accolades came for his performance in the critically acclaimed 1963 movie, Lilies of the Field.</p> <p>Poitier's acting career spanned seven decades, with other notable roles coming in To Sir, With Love (1967) and Guess Who's Coming to Dinner (1967) - movies that broke ground and tackled issues of race and race relations.</p> <p>As well as his work on the big screen, Poitier was also an international diplomat. From 1997 to 2007, Poitier served as Bahamian Ambassador to Japan, and to UNESCO between 2002 and 2007.</p> <p>The son of Bahamian farmers, Poitier was born unexpectedly during a family visit to Miami, Florida, on February 20, 1927. His birth granted him US citizenship, as well as Bahamian.</p> <p>He moved back t0 Miami at the age of 15, before moving on to New York City at the age of 16. Per <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-27198480">BBC News</a>, Poitier worked as a dishwasher in NYC, and later said that he first experienced racism while living in the US.</p> <p>"I lived in a country where I couldn't get a job, except those put aside for my color or my caste," he once said.</p> <p>Following a brief stint in the US Army, Poitier honed his skills as an actor at the American Negro Theater, which had been established in Harlem in 1940 as a community project. This led to his first breakthrough movie role as a high school student in the 1955 film Blackboard Jungle.</p> <p>Over his career, he also won a Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word Album and was the recipient of the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award in 2000. Two years later, Poitier was selected to receive an Academy Honorary Award, in recognition of the actor/activist's "remarkable accomplishments as an artist and as a human being."</p> <p>Additionally, in 1975, Queen Elizabeth II granted Poitier an honorary knighthood. And in 2009, he received the highest civilian honor in the US when President Barack Obama bestowed on him the Presidential Medal Of Freedom.</p> <p>The beloved actor is survived by six children, eight grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.</p> <p>Our thoughts are with Poitier's family, friends, and fans at this time.</p> <h6>Featured image credit: PA Images/Alamy</h6>

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Sidney Poitier, actor and activist, has died aged 94

Andrew Tate has revealed his strange jail routine as he continues to complain about his life behind bars in Romania.

The 36-year-old controversial ex-kickboxer <a href="https://vt.co/news/world/andrew-tate-speaks-out-for-the-first-time-since-being-arrested-in-romania" target="_blank" rel="noopener">was arrested in December</a> along with his brother Tristan and two unidentified people in connection with an investigation into alleged human trafficking, rape, and forming an organized crime group.

The initial imprisonment was planned to last 30 days, with Tate set to be released at the end of January, however, Romanian officials extended it to <a href="https://vt.co/news/breaking-andrew-tate-will-remain-in-custody-as-romanian-court-extends-police-detention" target="_blank" rel="noopener">an extra 30 days</a> until February 27 so they could build their case.

On the same day of the former Big Brother contestant's imprisonment, police raided his property and seized money, designer watches, and even weapons such as guns, swords, and a hatchet. Investigators were also seen <a href="https://vt.co/news/world/andrew-tates-luxury-cars-are-seized-by-romanian-authorities">dragging his luxury cars</a> from their villa.

[caption id="attachment_1263193835" align="aligncenter" width="2560"]<img class="wp-image-1263193835 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2MG734B-1-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="1707" /> Andrew Tate leaving the Directorate for Investigating Organized Crime and Terrorism. Credit: lcv / Alamy[/caption]

The social media personality also took to his <a href="https://twitter.com/PopCrave/status/1617714924029083648">Twitter</a> page to pen his first email to fans since his detention, where he complained about the <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/andrew-tate-says-bugs-are-his-only-friends-in-prison" target="_blank" rel="noopener">rough conditions</a> of his prison cell.

The message read: "They are trying to break me. Thrown inside a cell without light. Cockroaches, lice, and bed bugs are my only friends at night."

According to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/21308262/andrew-tates-jail-routine-daily-pleasures/">The Sun</a>, Tate has now sent another email to his subscribers, this time moaning about life behind bars. Cited by the outlet, he wrote: "There is only one way to survive in jail. That is with absolute self-control and discipline."

"In jail, your daily pleasures are extremely small. Phone calls and hot coffee," he continued. "When you wake up, you will naturally want to grab a nice hot coffee and make your phone calls."

"But this is an amateur mistake. Your daily pleasures are limited, if you use it up the first thing in the morning you are doomed to a day of misery," he added.

According to the publication, the infamous internet star explained that "to counter this" he "puts obstacles in" his way - 550 push-ups, 100 dips, four liters of waters, and 200 squats.

"I have a list to complete before my coffee or phone calls begin," he said, concluding, "Without self-control, jail would be 100x worse. Much like real life."

[caption id="attachment_1263193836" align="aligncenter" width="2560"]<img class="wp-image-1263193836 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2M7MW85-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="1786" /> Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan. Credit: lcv / Alamy[/caption]

The email follows a message the self-dubbed "king of toxic masculinity" posted on February 5, declaring that he would <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/andrew-tate-insists-he-would-never-take-his-own-life-in-ominous-message-from-prison" target="_blank" rel="noopener">never take his own life</a>.

"I would never kill myself," Tate ominously penned. This led many of his devoted followers to believe that he is in danger in prison and tweeted this to defend himself as one user <a href="https://twitter.com/JumpmanFiend/status/1622303051888431108">responded</a>: "We knew that! If something happens to you, we know the deal."

As previously mentioned, Tate will remain in Romanian custody until February 27.
<h6>Featured image credit: lcv / Alamy</h6>

<p>Andrew Tate has revealed his strange jail routine as he continues to complain about his life behind bars in Romania.</p>
<p>The 36-year-old controversial ex-kickboxer <a href="https://vt.co/news/world/andrew-tate-speaks-out-for-the-first-time-since-being-arrested-in-romania" target="_blank" rel="noopener">was arrested in December</a> along with his brother Tristan and two unidentified people in connection with an investigation into alleged human trafficking, rape, and forming an organized crime group.</p>
<p>The initial imprisonment was planned to last 30 days, with Tate set to be released at the end of January, however, Romanian officials extended it to <a href="https://vt.co/news/breaking-andrew-tate-will-remain-in-custody-as-romanian-court-extends-police-detention" target="_blank" rel="noopener">an extra 30 days</a> until February 27 so they could build their case.</p>
<p>On the same day of the former Big Brother contestant's imprisonment, police raided his property and seized money, designer watches, and even weapons such as guns, swords, and a hatchet. Investigators were also seen <a href="https://vt.co/news/world/andrew-tates-luxury-cars-are-seized-by-romanian-authorities">dragging his luxury cars</a> from their villa.</p>
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<p>The social media personality also took to his <a href="https://twitter.com/PopCrave/status/1617714924029083648">Twitter</a> page to pen his first email to fans since his detention, where he complained about the <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/andrew-tate-says-bugs-are-his-only-friends-in-prison" target="_blank" rel="noopener">rough conditions</a> of his prison cell.</p>
<p>The message read: "They are trying to break me. Thrown inside a cell without light. Cockroaches, lice, and bed bugs are my only friends at night."</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/21308262/andrew-tates-jail-routine-daily-pleasures/">The Sun</a>, Tate has now sent another email to his subscribers, this time moaning about life behind bars. Cited by the outlet, he wrote: "There is only one way to survive in jail. That is with absolute self-control and discipline."</p>
<p>"In jail, your daily pleasures are extremely small. Phone calls and hot coffee," he continued. "When you wake up, you will naturally want to grab a nice hot coffee and make your phone calls."</p>
<p>"But this is an amateur mistake. Your daily pleasures are limited, if you use it up the first thing in the morning you are doomed to a day of misery," he added.</p>
<p>According to the publication, the infamous internet star explained that "to counter this" he "puts obstacles in" his way - 550 push-ups, 100 dips, four liters of waters, and 200 squats.</p>
<p>"I have a list to complete before my coffee or phone calls begin," he said, concluding, "Without self-control, jail would be 100x worse. Much like real life."</p>
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<p>The email follows a message the self-dubbed "king of toxic masculinity" posted on February 5, declaring that he would <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/andrew-tate-insists-he-would-never-take-his-own-life-in-ominous-message-from-prison" target="_blank" rel="noopener">never take his own life</a>.</p>
<p>"I would never kill myself," Tate ominously penned. This led many of his devoted followers to believe that he is in danger in prison and tweeted this to defend himself as one user <a href="https://twitter.com/JumpmanFiend/status/1622303051888431108">responded</a>: "We knew that! If something happens to you, we know the deal."</p>
<p>As previously mentioned, Tate will remain in Romanian custody until February 27.</p>
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Andrew Tate shares his bizarre routine in jail

A Brazilian tourist could face death by firing squad after cocaine was discovered in her suitcase, but she claims she was tricked by a gang.

Brazilian national Manuela Vitoria de Araujo Farias, 19, was discovered at Bali airport with three kilograms of cocaine allegedly stored in her luggage last month.

After being arrested on January 27, the 19-year-old claims that she was tricked by a gang to put the drugs in her bag as she seeks to avoid the death penalty, as reported by the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11725191/Aussie-tourists-warned-smuggling-drugs-Bali-Brazilian-teen-faces-death-penalty.html?ito=social-facebook_Australia&amp;fbclid=IwAR1Qp4Ex0ItrSJ-ehpgDPIgn-5NWzVKiu4xddqA8CWZ_jAQ1CyAxkggQC5I" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daily Mail</a>.

Indonesia's strict anti-drug laws could see the Brazilian national be executed by firing squad if found guilty of drug-trafficking charges.

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According to the <a href="https://www.thebalitimes.com/headlines/teen-facing-death-by-firing-squad-in-bali-after-illegal-act/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bali Times</a>, Farias' lawyer Davi Lira da Silva claims that the teen was visiting Bali to visit a temple where they pray for the sick, as she seeks Buddhist prayers for a cure after her mother recently suffered a stroke.

The lawyer claims that a gang coerced Farias into packing the drugs, with Indonesian officials believing that the cocaine went unnoticed by Brazilian security and in Qatar where she made a connection.

Police in Santa Catarina in Brazil have allegedly refused to discuss an investigation into the criminal gangs that gave Farias the drugs.

This news comes just after Australian surfer Jeffrey Welton escaped the death penalty after heroin and methamphetamine were discovered in his luggage at the same airport in September last year.

As per the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11725191/Aussie-tourists-warned-smuggling-drugs-Bali-Brazilian-teen-faces-death-penalty.html?ito=social-facebook_Australia&amp;fbclid=IwAR1Qp4Ex0ItrSJ-ehpgDPIgn-5NWzVKiu4xddqA8CWZ_jAQ1CyAxkggQC5I" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daily Mail</a> report, 52-year-old Welton was instead sentenced to eight months in a rehabilitation facility after a judge ruled that the surfer was a drug addict as opposed to a trafficker.

Australian website <a href="https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/indonesia" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Smart Traveller</a> lays out advice for those traveling to Indonesia, including listing the drug laws and punishments.

"Penalties for drug offenses are severe. They include the death penalty," the website states. "Police target illegal drug use and possession across Indonesia. Police often target popular places and venues in Bali and Jakarta."

[caption id="attachment_1263193807" align="aligncenter" width="906"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1263193807" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/Screenshot-2023-02-08-at-11.33.44.png" alt="" width="906" height="588" /> Bali is a popular destination for tourists, but they are being warned to check local drug laws before taking prescription drugs. Credit: Jan Wlodarczyk / Alamy[/caption]

The site explains that drugs that are legal in some places around the world, such as prescription drugs and cannabis, can result in a heavy fine, jail sentence, or even the death penalty if brought into Indonesia.

It stresses that having a prescription does not allow the user to carry the drugs into the country, and thorough research should be done into what is and isn't allowed before traveling.

Smoking is also banned in many public places in Bali, and being caught doing so could result in a hefty fine or time behind bars. Gambling is also illegal and can result in imprisonment.

It's better to play it safe than sorry, as even sleeping pills can result in severe punishments.
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<p>A Brazilian tourist could face death by firing squad after cocaine was discovered in her suitcase, but she claims she was tricked by a gang.</p>
<p>Brazilian national Manuela Vitoria de Araujo Farias, 19, was discovered at Bali airport with three kilograms of cocaine allegedly stored in her luggage last month.</p>
<p>After being arrested on January 27, the 19-year-old claims that she was tricked by a gang to put the drugs in her bag as she seeks to avoid the death penalty, as reported by the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11725191/Aussie-tourists-warned-smuggling-drugs-Bali-Brazilian-teen-faces-death-penalty.html?ito=social-facebook_Australia&amp;fbclid=IwAR1Qp4Ex0ItrSJ-ehpgDPIgn-5NWzVKiu4xddqA8CWZ_jAQ1CyAxkggQC5I" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daily Mail</a>.</p>
<p>Indonesia's strict anti-drug laws could see the Brazilian national be executed by firing squad if found guilty of drug-trafficking charges.</p>
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<p>According to the <a href="https://www.thebalitimes.com/headlines/teen-facing-death-by-firing-squad-in-bali-after-illegal-act/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bali Times</a>, Farias' lawyer Davi Lira da Silva claims that the teen was visiting Bali to visit a temple where they pray for the sick, as she seeks Buddhist prayers for a cure after her mother recently suffered a stroke.</p>
<p>The lawyer claims that a gang coerced Farias into packing the drugs, with Indonesian officials believing that the cocaine went unnoticed by Brazilian security and in Qatar where she made a connection.</p>
<p>Police in Santa Catarina in Brazil have allegedly refused to discuss an investigation into the criminal gangs that gave Farias the drugs.</p>
<p>This news comes just after Australian surfer Jeffrey Welton escaped the death penalty after heroin and methamphetamine were discovered in his luggage at the same airport in September last year.</p>
<p>As per the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11725191/Aussie-tourists-warned-smuggling-drugs-Bali-Brazilian-teen-faces-death-penalty.html?ito=social-facebook_Australia&amp;fbclid=IwAR1Qp4Ex0ItrSJ-ehpgDPIgn-5NWzVKiu4xddqA8CWZ_jAQ1CyAxkggQC5I" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daily Mail</a> report, 52-year-old Welton was instead sentenced to eight months in a rehabilitation facility after a judge ruled that the surfer was a drug addict as opposed to a trafficker.</p>
<p>Australian website <a href="https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/indonesia" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Smart Traveller</a> lays out advice for those traveling to Indonesia, including listing the drug laws and punishments.</p>
<p>"Penalties for drug offenses are severe. They include the death penalty," the website states. "Police target illegal drug use and possession across Indonesia. Police often target popular places and venues in Bali and Jakarta."</p>
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<p>The site explains that drugs that are legal in some places around the world, such as prescription drugs and cannabis, can result in a heavy fine, jail sentence, or even the death penalty if brought into Indonesia.</p>
<p>It stresses that having a prescription does not allow the user to carry the drugs into the country, and thorough research should be done into what is and isn't allowed before traveling.</p>
<p>Smoking is also banned in many public places in Bali, and being caught doing so could result in a hefty fine or time behind bars. Gambling is also illegal and can result in imprisonment.</p>
<p>It's better to play it safe than sorry, as even sleeping pills can result in severe punishments.</p>
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Lizzo has shared a video of Adele's reaction to <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/david-bowies-producer-slams-claims-that-harry-styles-is-the-new-bowie" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Harry Styles</a> winning a Grammy award that might put all the speculation on social media to bed.

On Sunday night (February 5), the 29-year-old former One Direction star was nominated for six awards, winning the Best Pop Vocal Album and the biggest award of the evening - <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/beyonce-fans-are-demanding-harry-styles-apologize-to-star-after-grammys-speech">Album of the Year</a> - for Harry's House.

When the 'Watermelon Sugar' hitmaker's name was announced for the last prize of the night, he buried his head in his hands as everyone around him - including fellow nominee Lizzo - jumped to their feet for a standing ovation.

As the 34-year-old musician hugged Harry, many people on social media pointed out that <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/viewers-point-out-adeles-disappointed-reaction-to-harry-styles-grammy-win">Adele stayed seated</a>. However, new footage of the 34-year-old 'Hello' singer's exact reaction has now been posted by Lizzo herself.
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out the video below: </strong></p>
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In the heartwarming footage, Lizzo focused on the 'As It Was' singer as he is seen in disbelief at his win as the audience and fellow stars are heard screaming in the background.

The 'About Damn Time' musician turned the phone once Harry walked on stage and showed the 'Easy On Me' hitmaker appearing ecstatic and screaming as she pulls animated facial expressions.

Adele then asked Lizzo: "Why are you filming me for?", before instructing her to focus her camera on the Album of the Year winner instead.

This puts things into a different perspective as initially a previous angle from the award ceremony showed the 'Rolling in the Deep' songstress offering a tight smile when Harry's name was called out.

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A lot of people online assumed Adele's immediate reaction was because her number one album, 30, was also nominated in the same category and lost.

However, others have pointed out that it was probably because she was stunned that <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/bbc-news-forced-to-apologize-after-using-picture-of-viola-davis-instead-of-beyonce" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Beyoncé</a> didn't win the most coveted award of the evening with her seventh solo album Renaissance.

While the 41-year-old 'Crazy in Love' singer had a historic night as she picked up four Grammys and totaled her number to 32 - triumphing as the most-awarded artist in history - this is still the fourth time Beyoncé has been nominated and lost the Album of the Year award.

In 2010, her I Am … Sasha Fierce album yielded to Taylor Swift’s Fearless, in 2015 her self-titled album lost to Beck's Morning Phase, and in 2017, her groundbreaking record Lemonade lost to Adele's 25.

When the 'Someone Like You' vocalist went on stage to accept the award, she spoke out on Beyoncé's behalf and said on stage: "My artist of my life is Beyonce, and the Lemonade album is so monumental."

And in the press room, she continued: "I felt it was her time to win," adding, "What the f*** does she have to do to win album of the year? That’s how I feel," per <a href="https://www.nme.com/news/music/watch-adele-argue-beyonce-won-grammy-awards-1974390">NME</a>.

Nevertheless, it looks like Adele was still very excited for Harry when he picked the top award of the night.
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<p>Lizzo has shared a video of Adele's reaction to <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/david-bowies-producer-slams-claims-that-harry-styles-is-the-new-bowie" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Harry Styles</a> winning a Grammy award that might put all the speculation on social media to bed.</p>
<p>On Sunday night (February 5), the 29-year-old former One Direction star was nominated for six awards, winning the Best Pop Vocal Album and the biggest award of the evening - <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/beyonce-fans-are-demanding-harry-styles-apologize-to-star-after-grammys-speech">Album of the Year</a> - for Harry's House.</p>
<p>When the 'Watermelon Sugar' hitmaker's name was announced for the last prize of the night, he buried his head in his hands as everyone around him - including fellow nominee Lizzo - jumped to their feet for a standing ovation.</p>
<p>As the 34-year-old musician hugged Harry, many people on social media pointed out that <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/viewers-point-out-adeles-disappointed-reaction-to-harry-styles-grammy-win">Adele stayed seated</a>. However, new footage of the 34-year-old 'Hello' singer's exact reaction has now been posted by Lizzo herself.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out the video below: </strong></p>

<p>In the heartwarming footage, Lizzo focused on the 'As It Was' singer as he is seen in disbelief at his win as the audience and fellow stars are heard screaming in the background.</p>
<p>The 'About Damn Time' musician turned the phone once Harry walked on stage and showed the 'Easy On Me' hitmaker appearing ecstatic and screaming as she pulls animated facial expressions.</p>
<p>Adele then asked Lizzo: "Why are you filming me for?", before instructing her to focus her camera on the Album of the Year winner instead.</p>
<p>This puts things into a different perspective as initially a previous angle from the award ceremony showed the 'Rolling in the Deep' songstress offering a tight smile when Harry's name was called out.</p>
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<p>A lot of people online assumed Adele's immediate reaction was because her number one album, 30, was also nominated in the same category and lost.</p>
<p>However, others have pointed out that it was probably because she was stunned that <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/bbc-news-forced-to-apologize-after-using-picture-of-viola-davis-instead-of-beyonce" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Beyoncé</a> didn't win the most coveted award of the evening with her seventh solo album Renaissance.</p>
<p>While the 41-year-old 'Crazy in Love' singer had a historic night as she picked up four Grammys and totaled her number to 32 - triumphing as the most-awarded artist in history - this is still the fourth time Beyoncé has been nominated and lost the Album of the Year award.</p>
<p>In 2010, her I Am … Sasha Fierce album yielded to Taylor Swift’s Fearless, in 2015 her self-titled album lost to Beck's Morning Phase, and in 2017, her groundbreaking record Lemonade lost to Adele's 25.</p>
<p>When the 'Someone Like You' vocalist went on stage to accept the award, she spoke out on Beyoncé's behalf and said on stage: "My artist of my life is Beyonce, and the Lemonade album is so monumental."</p>
<p>And in the press room, she continued: "I felt it was her time to win," adding, "What the f*** does she have to do to win album of the year? That’s how I feel," per <a href="https://www.nme.com/news/music/watch-adele-argue-beyonce-won-grammy-awards-1974390">NME</a>.</p>
<p>Nevertheless, it looks like Adele was still very excited for Harry when he picked the top award of the night.</p>
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Lizzo posts footage of Adele's real reaction to Harry Styles winning Grammy over Beyonce

Gabby Petito's parents have released a photo of her bruised face reportedly taken before police stopped her and Brian Laundrie after bystanders reported witnessing a domestic dispute between the couple.

The selfie shows Petito, 22, looking distressed and crying, with red marks which appear to be bruising or blood around one of her eyes.

The picture was allegedly taken by Petito on her cell phone in the back of the van she and Laundrie had been traveling in, in Moab on August 12, 2021, shortly <a href="https://vt.co/news/us/officials-tear-down-gabby-petito-memorial-in-brian-laundrie-family-homes-front-yard">before she was killed</a> in late August.

The image's data reportedly shows the photo was taken at or around the time the 911 call was made about an <a href="https://vt.co/news/us/gabby-petitos-mom-didnt-see-any-red-flags-with-brian-laundrie-as-family-open-up-about-autopsy">alleged domestic dispute</a> between the couple by onlookers.

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The family's attorney Brian C. Stewart told People: "I believe she knew she was in trouble and that this crossed the line and she took that picture in the back of the van."

Attorney for Petito's parents, Nichole Schmidt and Joe Petito. added: "According to available data, the image was taken a 4:37 PM, at or before the approximate time of the initial 911 call."

A lawsuit filed by the parents also claims that Petito had shown the injury to one of the police officers that responded to the call, but alleges "he ignored her and did nothing more to investigate or document the injury."

They argue that their daughter would be alive today had police in Moab, Utah, not <a href="https://vt.co/news/us/gabby-petito-police-probe-questions-if-she-would-be-alive-if-case-was-handled-differently">mishandled their interaction</a> with Laundrie in the days before he killed Petito.

Stewart told the outlet: "It is totally heartbreaking to see her hurt and scared and in need and to have her concerns ignored the way that it was.

"We believe that if they followed up and investigated those injuries and asked the questions they should have they would have understood the danger she was in and she would have better understood the danger she was in. We believe she would be alive today if they handled it properly."

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Lisa Church, communications manager for the City of Moab, told People that the city will not comment on ongoing or pending litigation.

The couple had been traveling across the country in their van before Petito was reported missing on September 11, 2021, which was 10 days after Laundrie had quietly returned to his family home in Florida with the van and without his girlfriend.

Petito was killed by Laundrie in late August 2021 and her remains were found on September 19 at the Spread Creek Dispersed Camping area in Wyoming, close to where the couple's white Ford Transit van had also been seen.

It was determined that she had been killed "three to four weeks" before her body was found, with her cause of death being blunt force trauma to the head and neck as well as manual strangulation.

A warrant was issued for Laundrie's arrest, and a manhunt ensued before his skeletal remains and belongings were found in the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park on October 20, in an area that had recently been underwater due to flooding.

An autopsy later determined that he had died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, and a notebook among his belongings <a href="https://vt.co/news/us/brian-laundries-notebook-confession-revealed-says-he-ended-gabby-petitos-life-to-take-away-her-pain">contained a confession</a> stating he had killed Petito, claiming he had done it to be "merciful" after she had fallen and injured herself.

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He had also admitted to using her phone to send messages to her family to make out that she was alive after he had killed her.

Prior to the murder, Petito and Laundrie had been stopped by police, and bodycam footage showed them being spoken to by the side of the road.

During the encounter, Laundrie, 23, appeared unfazed while Petito sobbed as she defended his actions and told police she had hit him in the face during their altercation.

Paperwork filed after the incident saw police categorize the call as a "mental health crisis" rather than domestic violence.

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An independent review of the officers' actions, commissioned by the city of Moab, found that they had committed "unintentional mistakes that stemmed from the fact that officers failed to cite Ms. Petito for domestic violence."

The statement added: "The City of Moab sends our sincere condolences to the Petito family. Our hearts go out to them as they continue to deal with the tragic loss of their daughter."
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<p>Gabby Petito's parents have released a photo of her bruised face reportedly taken before police stopped her and Brian Laundrie after bystanders reported witnessing a domestic dispute between the couple.</p>
<p>The selfie shows Petito, 22, looking distressed and crying, with red marks which appear to be bruising or blood around one of her eyes.</p>
<p>The picture was allegedly taken by Petito on her cell phone in the back of the van she and Laundrie had been traveling in, in Moab on August 12, 2021, shortly <a href="https://vt.co/news/us/officials-tear-down-gabby-petito-memorial-in-brian-laundrie-family-homes-front-yard">before she was killed</a> in late August.</p>
<p>The image's data reportedly shows the photo was taken at or around the time the 911 call was made about an <a href="https://vt.co/news/us/gabby-petitos-mom-didnt-see-any-red-flags-with-brian-laundrie-as-family-open-up-about-autopsy">alleged domestic dispute</a> between the couple by onlookers.</p>
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<p>The family's attorney Brian C. Stewart told People: "I believe she knew she was in trouble and that this crossed the line and she took that picture in the back of the van."</p>
<p>Attorney for Petito's parents, Nichole Schmidt and Joe Petito. added: "According to available data, the image was taken a 4:37 PM, at or before the approximate time of the initial 911 call."</p>
<p>A lawsuit filed by the parents also claims that Petito had shown the injury to one of the police officers that responded to the call, but alleges "he ignored her and did nothing more to investigate or document the injury."</p>
<p>They argue that their daughter would be alive today had police in Moab, Utah, not <a href="https://vt.co/news/us/gabby-petito-police-probe-questions-if-she-would-be-alive-if-case-was-handled-differently">mishandled their interaction</a> with Laundrie in the days before he killed Petito.</p>
<p>Stewart told the outlet: "It is totally heartbreaking to see her hurt and scared and in need and to have her concerns ignored the way that it was.</p>
<p>"We believe that if they followed up and investigated those injuries and asked the questions they should have they would have understood the danger she was in and she would have better understood the danger she was in. We believe she would be alive today if they handled it properly."</p>
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<p>Lisa Church, communications manager for the City of Moab, told People that the city will not comment on ongoing or pending litigation.</p>
<p>The couple had been traveling across the country in their van before Petito was reported missing on September 11, 2021, which was 10 days after Laundrie had quietly returned to his family home in Florida with the van and without his girlfriend.</p>
<p>Petito was killed by Laundrie in late August 2021 and her remains were found on September 19 at the Spread Creek Dispersed Camping area in Wyoming, close to where the couple's white Ford Transit van had also been seen.</p>
<p>It was determined that she had been killed "three to four weeks" before her body was found, with her cause of death being blunt force trauma to the head and neck as well as manual strangulation.</p>
<p>A warrant was issued for Laundrie's arrest, and a manhunt ensued before his skeletal remains and belongings were found in the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park on October 20, in an area that had recently been underwater due to flooding.</p>
<p>An autopsy later determined that he had died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, and a notebook among his belongings <a href="https://vt.co/news/us/brian-laundries-notebook-confession-revealed-says-he-ended-gabby-petitos-life-to-take-away-her-pain">contained a confession</a> stating he had killed Petito, claiming he had done it to be "merciful" after she had fallen and injured herself.</p>
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<p>He had also admitted to using her phone to send messages to her family to make out that she was alive after he had killed her.</p>
<p>Prior to the murder, Petito and Laundrie had been stopped by police, and bodycam footage showed them being spoken to by the side of the road.</p>
<p>During the encounter, Laundrie, 23, appeared unfazed while Petito sobbed as she defended his actions and told police she had hit him in the face during their altercation.</p>
<p>Paperwork filed after the incident saw police categorize the call as a "mental health crisis" rather than domestic violence.</p>
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<p>An independent review of the officers' actions, commissioned by the city of Moab, found that they had committed "unintentional mistakes that stemmed from the fact that officers failed to cite Ms. Petito for domestic violence."</p>
<p>The statement added: "The City of Moab sends our sincere condolences to the Petito family. Our hearts go out to them as they continue to deal with the tragic loss of their daughter."</p>
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Forensics experts have been left baffled as they continue their search for missing mother Nicola Bulley, almost two weeks after her initial disappearance.

The 45-year-old was reported missing on Friday, January 27, after dropping her two daughters - aged six and nine - off at school. She then went for a walk around River Wyre in St. Michael's on Wyre, Lancashire with the family dog Willow.

At approximately 09:00 AM Ms. Bulley - who worked as a mortgage adviser - logged onto a Microsoft Teams call. It ended about 30 minutes later, but she apparently stayed logged onto the call.

A passerby discovered Ms. Bulley's frantic dog at 10:30 AM and noticed a phone had been abandoned on a bench beside the river.

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Lancashire police have since revealed that one of their working hypotheses is that Ms. Bulley had <a href="https://vt.co/news/missing-mother-nicola-bulley-believed-to-have-fallen-in-river-police-say" target="_blank" rel="noopener">fallen into the River Wyre</a> and that this was "not suspicious but a tragic case of a missing person".

They employed the use of <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/police-search-river-and-seal-off-scene-in-hunt-for-missing-dog-walker-nicola-bulley" target="_blank" rel="noopener">specialist diving teams</a> who scoured the River Wyre for traces of the mother-of-two. Sadly, however, a private specialist diving team assisting in the hunt decided to call off their search for the missing mother today (February 8), the <a href="https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/nicola-bulley-dive-expert-end-26187967" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Manchester Evening News</a> reported.

<span class="css-901oao css-16my406 r-poiln3 r-bcqeeo r-qvutc0">"The man leading the private search team working alongside the police in the hunt for Nicola Bulley says they've completed the work they’ve come to do and there’s been no sign of her in the water. </span><span class="r-18u37iz">Peter Faulding </span>says he remains "baffled" by what's happened," a Channel 4 reporter tweeted.

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Faulding - the CEO and founder of the private diving team - has been vocal about five key things surrounding Ms. Bulley's case that don't add up.

Firstly, Faulding states that the phone left on the bench beside the river - which was still logged onto her work call with the camera and microphone off - could be a decoy left by a third party.

Secondly, he pointed out that the family dog was "bone dry", meaning it had most likely not jumped into the river after Ms. Bulley - which serves to reinforce Faulding's argument that the local woman did not drown, per <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/nicola-bulley-missing-woman-forensics-b2278002.html?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Facebook&amp;fbclid=IwAR1l0OLNiMQQ_YIrZqqRDb7nL-u0UFO6L8i2tTP9YnHSSjajgqjiLVyCE54#Echobox=1675857147" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Independent</a>.

He also found it strange that there were no reports of screams or yelling being heard from the area, and that the scene beside the lake had not been cordoned off to preserve any potential evidence. Finally, Faulding reveals that it is odd that no body has been found, despite the extensive search.

"These are very professional divers and they didn't find anything and that is the odd thing about this. That is what I can't get my head around. It is very strange," he stated.

Our thoughts are with Nicola Bulley's family, friends, and colleagues at this difficult time.
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<p>Forensics experts have been left baffled as they continue their search for missing mother Nicola Bulley, almost two weeks after her initial disappearance.</p>
<p>The 45-year-old was reported missing on Friday, January 27, after dropping her two daughters - aged six and nine - off at school. She then went for a walk around River Wyre in St. Michael's on Wyre, Lancashire with the family dog Willow.</p>
<p>At approximately 09:00 AM Ms. Bulley - who worked as a mortgage adviser - logged onto a Microsoft Teams call. It ended about 30 minutes later, but she apparently stayed logged onto the call.</p>
<p>A passerby discovered Ms. Bulley's frantic dog at 10:30 AM and noticed a phone had been abandoned on a bench beside the river.</p>
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<p>Lancashire police have since revealed that one of their working hypotheses is that Ms. Bulley had <a href="https://vt.co/news/missing-mother-nicola-bulley-believed-to-have-fallen-in-river-police-say" target="_blank" rel="noopener">fallen into the River Wyre</a> and that this was "not suspicious but a tragic case of a missing person".</p>
<p>They employed the use of <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/police-search-river-and-seal-off-scene-in-hunt-for-missing-dog-walker-nicola-bulley" target="_blank" rel="noopener">specialist diving teams</a> who scoured the River Wyre for traces of the mother-of-two. Sadly, however, a private specialist diving team assisting in the hunt decided to call off their search for the missing mother today (February 8), the <a href="https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/nicola-bulley-dive-expert-end-26187967" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Manchester Evening News</a> reported.</p>
<p>"The man leading the private search team working alongside the police in the hunt for Nicola Bulley says they've completed the work they’ve come to do and there’s been no sign of her in the water. Peter Faulding says he remains "baffled" by what's happened," a Channel 4 reporter tweeted.</p>
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<p>Faulding - the CEO and founder of the private diving team - has been vocal about five key things surrounding Ms. Bulley's case that don't add up.</p>
<p>Firstly, Faulding states that the phone left on the bench beside the river - which was still logged onto her work call with the camera and microphone off - could be a decoy left by a third party.</p>
<p>Secondly, he pointed out that the family dog was "bone dry", meaning it had most likely not jumped into the river after Ms. Bulley - which serves to reinforce Faulding's argument that the local woman did not drown, per <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/nicola-bulley-missing-woman-forensics-b2278002.html?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Facebook&amp;fbclid=IwAR1l0OLNiMQQ_YIrZqqRDb7nL-u0UFO6L8i2tTP9YnHSSjajgqjiLVyCE54#Echobox=1675857147" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Independent</a>.</p>
<p>He also found it strange that there were no reports of screams or yelling being heard from the area, and that the scene beside the lake had not been cordoned off to preserve any potential evidence. Finally, Faulding reveals that it is odd that no body has been found, despite the extensive search.</p>
<p>"These are very professional divers and they didn't find anything and that is the odd thing about this. That is what I can't get my head around. It is very strange," he stated.</p>
<p>Our thoughts are with Nicola Bulley's family, friends, and colleagues at this difficult time.</p>
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Turkey and Syria have been rocked by two devastating earthquakes this week, with <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/death-toll-syria-turkey-quake-rises-more-than-8700-2023-02-08/?UTM_CAMPAIGN=Big_Moments&amp;UTM_SOURCE=Google&amp;UTM_MEDIUM=Sponsored" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Reuters</a> estimating that the death toll currently stands at over 11,000.

An initial <a href="https://vt.co/news/over-1200-killed-in-turkey-and-syria-in-devastating-7-8-magnitude-earthquake">7.8 magnitude earthquake</a> hit southeastern Turkey near the Syrian border early Monday morning (February 6) at 04:17 AM local time, with a 6.7 magnitude aftershock being felt 11 minutes later.

It has become the deadliest quake in over a decade, after a <a href="https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/tohoku-earthquake-and-tsunami">2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan claimed the lives of almost 20,000 people</a>. Now, Turkey and Syria are experiencing the effects of a major quake on a similar scale, with the death toll steadily increasing.

The initial earthquake could be felt across the world, including as far as Greenland and a 7.5 magnitude tremor then hit the region again as rescue missions were underway, per <a href="https://edition.cnn.com/2023/02/05/europe/earthquake-hits-turkey-intl-hnk/index.html">CNN</a>.

On Tuesday (February 7) another earthquake - at 5.8 magnitude - hit central Turkey. As a result of the two devastating earthquakes, it has been suggested that close to 6,000 buildings have been destroyed across both Turkey and Syria.

Over 54,000 people have been wounded amid the disaster - a figure that includes more than 49,000 in Turkey alone, <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/alisondurkee/2023/02/08/more-than-11000-dead-in-turkey-and-syria-earthquake-as-death-toll-nearly-doubles/?sh=f670374e6a7f">Forbes</a> reports.

Rescue operations have increased as officials attempt to recover people trapped under collapsed buildings.

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said it was the country's most devastating disaster since 1939 - a year that saw a 7.8 magnitude quake strike Turkey's eastern province of Erzincan, ending the lives of at least 30,000 people, per <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/1992/03/15/world/turkey-digs-through-quake-s-debris.html">The New York Times.</a>

"We were sleeping, then we collapsed on the ground, and when it stopped we left the building," said 24-year-old İbrahim Furkan Aydin of the horrific events this week, while speaking to <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/78-magnitude-earthquake-shakes-central-turkey-rcna69251">NBC News</a>. He and his mother were visiting from Istanbul and had arrived in Gaziantep on Saturday.

In the wake of the traumatic disaster, hundreds of human rights groups, NGOs, and crisis relief organizations (among others) have rallied together to help those affected in the region (of which Reuters is anticipating could be as many as 13 million).

Unfortunately, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's government has been subject to sanctions by the United States and across Europe, which has significantly slowed down the nation's ability to receive aid.

Moreover, in 2022 Russia vetoed a UN resolution that would have extended cross-border aid to Syria. Evidently, even prior to the earthquakes, Syria has long fallen victim to both political and logistical challenges. These have only multiplied in the wake of the natural disaster.

As a result, many countries are apprehensive about funnelling aid through the Syrian government - something that rescue workers on the ground say is already costing them lives, per <a href="https://apnews.com/article/politics-syria-government-united-states-bashar-assad-e1bd001643fd8386e8ccb1fcd2a922f3" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AP</a>.

Thankfully, there are certain groups that are currently involved in the relief effort in both Syria and Turkey. These include:
<ul>
 	<li><a href="https://donate.redcross.org.uk/appeal/syria-crisis-appeal" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Red Cross Syria Appeal</a> (working with the Syrian Arab Red Crescent, the British Red Cross has launched an appeal for blankets and other necessities);</li>
 	<li><a href="https://www.savethechildren.org/us/what-we-do/emergency-response/turkey-syria-earthquake" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Save the Children </a>(currently working in northwest Syria and Turkey to best assess aid necessary, this group is planning to support affected communities with emergency kits amid the harsh winter weather);</li>
 	<li><a href="https://donate.doctorswithoutborders.org/secure/turkey-syria-earthquake-onetime?source=ADU2011U0W27" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Doctors Without Borders</a> (this organization is providing immediate emergency support through additional staffing, blankets and kits in northwestern Syria in the wake of the earthquake);</li>
 	<li><a href="https://www.unicefusa.org/?form=FUNNPGQXEGQ&amp;utm_campaign=20230206_Emergencies&amp;utm_medium=Organic&amp;utm_source=2622SyriaEarthquake&amp;utm_content=HelpNow2622SyriaEarthquake&amp;ms=Organic_PRL_2023_Emergencies_20230206_2622SyriaEarthquake_HelpNow2622SyriaEarthquake_none_none&amp;initialms=Organic_PRL_2023_Emergencies_20230206_2622SyriaEarthquake_HelpNow2622SyriaEarthquake_none_none" target="_blank" rel="noopener">UNICEF</a> (prioritizing the impact the quake had on water stations and any other interruptions to services, as well as assessing the damages schools face);</li>
 	<li><a href="https://www.syriacivildefence.org/en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The White Helmets</a> (this volunteer organization is requesting more equipment and supplies to continue numerous search and rescue operations in the region); and</li>
 	<li><a href="https://www.rescue.org/article/how-help-after-syria-turkey-earthquake" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The International Rescue Committee</a> (an organization that responds to the most serious humanitarian crises).</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://sharethemeal.org/goals/earthquake1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ShareTheMeal</a> app - founded under the United Nations World Food Programme - is also a tool that has been used by hundreds of thousands of people across the globe to share a meal with someone in need.

Following the earthquakes, the app has a section dedicated entirely to the relief in Turkey and Syria. Users have several payment options - they can buy one meal or several depending on the size of the donation.

Governments from across the world are sending rescue teams and other supplies to the region hit by the quake, with President Joe Biden <a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS/status/1622581709156786178">sharing a statement</a> in the wake of the ordeal.

He said: "I am deeply saddened by the loss of life and devastation caused by the earthquake in Turkiye and Syria. I have directed my team to continue to closely monitor the situation in coordination with Turkiye and provide any and all needed assistance."
<h6>Featured image credit: ZUMA Press, Inc. / Alamy</h6>

<p>Turkey and Syria have been rocked by two devastating earthquakes this week, with <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/death-toll-syria-turkey-quake-rises-more-than-8700-2023-02-08/?UTM_CAMPAIGN=Big_Moments&amp;UTM_SOURCE=Google&amp;UTM_MEDIUM=Sponsored" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Reuters</a> estimating that the death toll currently stands at over 11,000.</p>
<p>An initial <a href="https://vt.co/news/over-1200-killed-in-turkey-and-syria-in-devastating-7-8-magnitude-earthquake">7.8 magnitude earthquake</a> hit southeastern Turkey near the Syrian border early Monday morning (February 6) at 04:17 AM local time, with a 6.7 magnitude aftershock being felt 11 minutes later.</p>
<p>It has become the deadliest quake in over a decade, after a <a href="https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/tohoku-earthquake-and-tsunami">2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan claimed the lives of almost 20,000 people</a>. Now, Turkey and Syria are experiencing the effects of a major quake on a similar scale, with the death toll steadily increasing.</p>
<p>The initial earthquake could be felt across the world, including as far as Greenland and a 7.5 magnitude tremor then hit the region again as rescue missions were underway, per <a href="https://edition.cnn.com/2023/02/05/europe/earthquake-hits-turkey-intl-hnk/index.html">CNN</a>.</p>
<p>On Tuesday (February 7) another earthquake - at 5.8 magnitude - hit central Turkey. As a result of the two devastating earthquakes, it has been suggested that close to 6,000 buildings have been destroyed across both Turkey and Syria.</p>
<p>Over 54,000 people have been wounded amid the disaster - a figure that includes more than 49,000 in Turkey alone, <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/alisondurkee/2023/02/08/more-than-11000-dead-in-turkey-and-syria-earthquake-as-death-toll-nearly-doubles/?sh=f670374e6a7f">Forbes</a> reports.</p>
<p>Rescue operations have increased as officials attempt to recover people trapped under collapsed buildings.</p>
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<p>Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said it was the country's most devastating disaster since 1939 - a year that saw a 7.8 magnitude quake strike Turkey's eastern province of Erzincan, ending the lives of at least 30,000 people, per <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/1992/03/15/world/turkey-digs-through-quake-s-debris.html">The New York Times.</a></p>
<p>"We were sleeping, then we collapsed on the ground, and when it stopped we left the building," said 24-year-old İbrahim Furkan Aydin of the horrific events this week, while speaking to <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/78-magnitude-earthquake-shakes-central-turkey-rcna69251">NBC News</a>. He and his mother were visiting from Istanbul and had arrived in Gaziantep on Saturday.</p>
<p>In the wake of the traumatic disaster, hundreds of human rights groups, NGOs, and crisis relief organizations (among others) have rallied together to help those affected in the region (of which Reuters is anticipating could be as many as 13 million).</p>
<p>Unfortunately, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's government has been subject to sanctions by the United States and across Europe, which has significantly slowed down the nation's ability to receive aid.</p>
<p>Moreover, in 2022 Russia vetoed a UN resolution that would have extended cross-border aid to Syria. Evidently, even prior to the earthquakes, Syria has long fallen victim to both political and logistical challenges. These have only multiplied in the wake of the natural disaster.</p>
<p>As a result, many countries are apprehensive about funnelling aid through the Syrian government - something that rescue workers on the ground say is already costing them lives, per <a href="https://apnews.com/article/politics-syria-government-united-states-bashar-assad-e1bd001643fd8386e8ccb1fcd2a922f3" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AP</a>.</p>
<p>Thankfully, there are certain groups that are currently involved in the relief effort in both Syria and Turkey. These include:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://donate.redcross.org.uk/appeal/syria-crisis-appeal" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Red Cross Syria Appeal</a> (working with the Syrian Arab Red Crescent, the British Red Cross has launched an appeal for blankets and other necessities);</li>
<li><a href="https://www.savethechildren.org/us/what-we-do/emergency-response/turkey-syria-earthquake" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Save the Children </a>(currently working in northwest Syria and Turkey to best assess aid necessary, this group is planning to support affected communities with emergency kits amid the harsh winter weather);</li>
<li><a href="https://donate.doctorswithoutborders.org/secure/turkey-syria-earthquake-onetime?source=ADU2011U0W27" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Doctors Without Borders</a> (this organization is providing immediate emergency support through additional staffing, blankets and kits in northwestern Syria in the wake of the earthquake);</li>
<li><a href="https://www.unicefusa.org/?form=FUNNPGQXEGQ&amp;utm_campaign=20230206_Emergencies&amp;utm_medium=Organic&amp;utm_source=2622SyriaEarthquake&amp;utm_content=HelpNow2622SyriaEarthquake&amp;ms=Organic_PRL_2023_Emergencies_20230206_2622SyriaEarthquake_HelpNow2622SyriaEarthquake_none_none&amp;initialms=Organic_PRL_2023_Emergencies_20230206_2622SyriaEarthquake_HelpNow2622SyriaEarthquake_none_none" target="_blank" rel="noopener">UNICEF</a> (prioritizing the impact the quake had on water stations and any other interruptions to services, as well as assessing the damages schools face);</li>
<li><a href="https://www.syriacivildefence.org/en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The White Helmets</a> (this volunteer organization is requesting more equipment and supplies to continue numerous search and rescue operations in the region); and</li>
<li><a href="https://www.rescue.org/article/how-help-after-syria-turkey-earthquake" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The International Rescue Committee</a> (an organization that responds to the most serious humanitarian crises).</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="https://sharethemeal.org/goals/earthquake1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ShareTheMeal</a> app - founded under the United Nations World Food Programme - is also a tool that has been used by hundreds of thousands of people across the globe to share a meal with someone in need.</p>
<p>Following the earthquakes, the app has a section dedicated entirely to the relief in Turkey and Syria. Users have several payment options - they can buy one meal or several depending on the size of the donation.</p>
<p>Governments from across the world are sending rescue teams and other supplies to the region hit by the quake, with President Joe Biden <a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS/status/1622581709156786178">sharing a statement</a> in the wake of the ordeal.</p>
<p>He said: "I am deeply saddened by the loss of life and devastation caused by the earthquake in Turkiye and Syria. I have directed my team to continue to closely monitor the situation in coordination with Turkiye and provide any and all needed assistance."</p>
<h2>Featured image credit: ZUMA Press, Inc. / Alamy</h2>


A pigeon that was allegedly dyed pink at a gender reveal party has sadly passed away as a result of the toxins from the dye, a wildlife group has said.

The bird, who was aptly named Flamingo, was rescued after being spotted in Manhattan's Madison Square Park in a malnourished state, the <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/feb/01/pink-pigeon-new-york-gender-reveal-party" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Guardian</a> reported.

It was taken to the Wild Bird Fund for treatment, with the non-profit group believing that Flamingo was <a href="https://vt.co/animals/pink-pigeon-rescued-after-likely-being-used-in-a-gender-reveal-party">deliberately dyed</a> to be used to reveal the gender of a baby.

After taking the pigeon into their care, the fund spoke out on Twitter: "Pigeons come in many different colors, but pink isn't one of them. This king pigeon was deliberately dyed and released. As a domestic bird unable to find food in the wild, fly well or escape predators, this poor kid had it bad enough before being dyed."

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The non-profit organization went on to reveal that Flamingo was "barely more than a fledgling" and concluded: "PSA: Please never release a domestic bird to the wild. It will die of starvation or predation. If you find an all-white pigeon (or any odd color), especially one looking scared and lost, it needs help. Please catch it and contact us or a pigeon rescue org near you."

Sadly, the group revealed that Flamingo has passed away as a result of being dyed for the party, and they have expressed their anger on social media.

"We are deeply sad to report that Flamingo, our sweet pink pigeon, has passed away," the statement began. "Despite our best efforts to reduce the fumes coming off the dye, while keeping him calm and stable, he died in the night. We believe his death was caused by inhaling the toxins."

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The charity thanked well-wishers for their support for Flamingo and said that they hope this story will prevent further acts of senseless animal cruelty from being committed.

They also added that even without the dye, the pigeon likely wouldn't have survived in the wild due to it being young and domesticated.

"Domestic birds — birds raised in captivity — should never be released to the wild. They will die of starvation or predation. Based on the hundreds of comments we've received, we know YOU know this, but please try to discourage others from releasing domestic birds for any reason," Wild Bird Fund said.

"'Dove releases' sound romantic, but take away the decorations and Instagram photos, and they are the equivalent of dumping your helpless pets on the side of the road. This is no way to celebrate anything."

The organization did everything they could to save Flamingo's life, as they explained on Instagram just under a week ago: "We've got Flamingo on heat, oxygen and subcutaneous fluids, and we've added medication to counteract the effects of the toxin on his digestive system."

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Gender reveal parties can often cause chaos and environmental damage, as one example in Brazil displayed when a couple dyed a waterfall for their celebrations.

People were left furious as investigators looked into whether it had caused <a href="https://vt.co/lifestyle/couple-dyes-entire-waterfall-for-gender-reveal-cant-get-any-trashier">long-term environmental damage</a>, as well as polluting the water supply.

It goes without saying - don't harm animals or the environment when doing gender reveal parties!
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<p>A pigeon that was allegedly dyed pink at a gender reveal party has sadly passed away as a result of the toxins from the dye, a wildlife group has said.</p>
<p>The bird, who was aptly named Flamingo, was rescued after being spotted in Manhattan's Madison Square Park in a malnourished state, the <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/feb/01/pink-pigeon-new-york-gender-reveal-party" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Guardian</a> reported.</p>
<p>It was taken to the Wild Bird Fund for treatment, with the non-profit group believing that Flamingo was <a href="https://vt.co/animals/pink-pigeon-rescued-after-likely-being-used-in-a-gender-reveal-party">deliberately dyed</a> to be used to reveal the gender of a baby.</p>
<p>After taking the pigeon into their care, the fund spoke out on Twitter: "Pigeons come in many different colors, but pink isn't one of them. This king pigeon was deliberately dyed and released. As a domestic bird unable to find food in the wild, fly well or escape predators, this poor kid had it bad enough before being dyed."</p>
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<p>The non-profit organization went on to reveal that Flamingo was "barely more than a fledgling" and concluded: "PSA: Please never release a domestic bird to the wild. It will die of starvation or predation. If you find an all-white pigeon (or any odd color), especially one looking scared and lost, it needs help. Please catch it and contact us or a pigeon rescue org near you."</p>
<p>Sadly, the group revealed that Flamingo has passed away as a result of being dyed for the party, and they have expressed their anger on social media.</p>
<p>"We are deeply sad to report that Flamingo, our sweet pink pigeon, has passed away," the statement began. "Despite our best efforts to reduce the fumes coming off the dye, while keeping him calm and stable, he died in the night. We believe his death was caused by inhaling the toxins."</p>
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<p>The charity thanked well-wishers for their support for Flamingo and said that they hope this story will prevent further acts of senseless animal cruelty from being committed.</p>
<p>They also added that even without the dye, the pigeon likely wouldn't have survived in the wild due to it being young and domesticated.</p>
<p>"Domestic birds — birds raised in captivity — should never be released to the wild. They will die of starvation or predation. Based on the hundreds of comments we've received, we know YOU know this, but please try to discourage others from releasing domestic birds for any reason," Wild Bird Fund said.</p>
<p>"'Dove releases' sound romantic, but take away the decorations and Instagram photos, and they are the equivalent of dumping your helpless pets on the side of the road. This is no way to celebrate anything."</p>
<p>The organization did everything they could to save Flamingo's life, as they explained on Instagram just under a week ago: "We've got Flamingo on heat, oxygen and subcutaneous fluids, and we've added medication to counteract the effects of the toxin on his digestive system."</p>
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<p>Gender reveal parties can often cause chaos and environmental damage, as one example in Brazil displayed when a couple dyed a waterfall for their celebrations.</p>
<p>People were left furious as investigators looked into whether it had caused <a href="https://vt.co/lifestyle/couple-dyes-entire-waterfall-for-gender-reveal-cant-get-any-trashier">long-term environmental damage</a>, as well as polluting the water supply.</p>
<p>It goes without saying - don't harm animals or the environment when doing gender reveal parties!</p>
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Pink pigeon said to have been dyed for gender reveal party dies from color toxins, experts believe

The death of a 19-year-old girl who suddenly died after allegedly falling off a bed at her boyfriend's home is now being treated as suspicious by police.

Krystle Monks, 19, was discovered unresponsive with critical head injuries at her boyfriend's home in Ipswich, Queensland at 9:30 PM on Saturday (February 4).

Monks was rushed to Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane but sadly passed away on Sunday evening, as reported by the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11726129/Krystle-Monks-death-falling-bed-Ipswich-treated-suspicious.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwAR2TouNkrfKtvnvpqAOm3sB1IbTGumGG8hbx25Z5aUkvIIRO41n3CRRoRoo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daily Mail</a>.

Her boyfriend, who remains unnamed, was present at the property at the time of the incident and is reportedly the one who phoned the emergency services.

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The neighbors reportedly heard screaming and yelling around the time Monks was discovered unresponsive, and authorities are now treating her death as suspicious.

Regional Crime Coordinator Superintendent Larissa Miller revealed that police had previously attended the property on a complaint of domestic violence.

However, no charges of wrongdoing have been brought against Monks' partner with police refusing to comment about whether investigators have spoken to him.

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The property has been cordoned off by law enforcement officials and forensic teams are combing for any evidence that could explain the teen's untimely death.

Tributes have poured in for Monks, who goes by the name Krystal Taylah online, with friends and family paying their respects.

Paige Harlow, a friend of the 19-year-old penned: "From the moment we met we were instantly close and I am so lucky that I got to have been your friend. I looked forward to going to work each day because I knew my best friend would be there and would put a smile on my face.

"You had such a kind heart and do not deserve what has happened to you. 19 is far to young for you to have been taken away and I am absolutely heartbroken. You are in unforgettable friend and I will forever miss you." (sic)

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Monks' father Steven Taylor spoke to the Daily Mail, where he revealed that the family is "heartbroken" and that they will remember her as "always young, forever beautiful."

As cited by <a href="https://www.news.com.au/national/queensland/news/forever-19-ipswich-teenager-remembered-following-tragic-sudden-death/news-story/e502ae31c6cbb8c90ff14971ff4d3b64?utm_campaign=EditorialSB&amp;utm_source=news.com.au&amp;utm_medium=Facebook&amp;utm_content=SocialBakers" target="_blank" rel="noopener">news.com.au</a>, another online tribute read: "You are one of the most amazing, loving and caring people that I know. You will be missed by everyone. Let your soul rise high and free and enjoy paradise … Forever 19."

Friends and family of the Coffee Club employee have described her as "fun and outgoing" and that she was "an amazing person gone too soon."

Her sister told <a href="https://www.facebook.com/9NewsQueensland/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">9News</a> that she "held her hand the entire time" she was in the hospital and that her "heart was breaking" and she "couldn't stop crying."

Officers from Yamanto Police Station have launched an investigation into her death, with homicide detectives assisting with inquiries.

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Flowers have been placed at the home where Monks was discovered.

Our thoughts are with Monks' family and friends during this difficult time.
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<p>The death of a 19-year-old girl who suddenly died after allegedly falling off a bed at her boyfriend's home is now being treated as suspicious by police.</p>
<p>Krystle Monks, 19, was discovered unresponsive with critical head injuries at her boyfriend's home in Ipswich, Queensland at 9:30 PM on Saturday (February 4).</p>
<p>Monks was rushed to Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane but sadly passed away on Sunday evening, as reported by the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11726129/Krystle-Monks-death-falling-bed-Ipswich-treated-suspicious.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwAR2TouNkrfKtvnvpqAOm3sB1IbTGumGG8hbx25Z5aUkvIIRO41n3CRRoRoo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daily Mail</a>.</p>
<p>Her boyfriend, who remains unnamed, was present at the property at the time of the incident and is reportedly the one who phoned the emergency services.</p>
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<p>The neighbors reportedly heard screaming and yelling around the time Monks was discovered unresponsive, and authorities are now treating her death as suspicious.</p>
<p>Regional Crime Coordinator Superintendent Larissa Miller revealed that police had previously attended the property on a complaint of domestic violence.</p>
<p>However, no charges of wrongdoing have been brought against Monks' partner with police refusing to comment about whether investigators have spoken to him.</p>
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<p>The property has been cordoned off by law enforcement officials and forensic teams are combing for any evidence that could explain the teen's untimely death.</p>
<p>Tributes have poured in for Monks, who goes by the name Krystal Taylah online, with friends and family paying their respects.</p>
<p>Paige Harlow, a friend of the 19-year-old penned: "From the moment we met we were instantly close and I am so lucky that I got to have been your friend. I looked forward to going to work each day because I knew my best friend would be there and would put a smile on my face.</p>
<p>"You had such a kind heart and do not deserve what has happened to you. 19 is far to young for you to have been taken away and I am absolutely heartbroken. You are in unforgettable friend and I will forever miss you." (sic)</p>
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<p>Monks' father Steven Taylor spoke to the Daily Mail, where he revealed that the family is "heartbroken" and that they will remember her as "always young, forever beautiful."</p>
<p>As cited by <a href="https://www.news.com.au/national/queensland/news/forever-19-ipswich-teenager-remembered-following-tragic-sudden-death/news-story/e502ae31c6cbb8c90ff14971ff4d3b64?utm_campaign=EditorialSB&amp;utm_source=news.com.au&amp;utm_medium=Facebook&amp;utm_content=SocialBakers" target="_blank" rel="noopener">news.com.au</a>, another online tribute read: "You are one of the most amazing, loving and caring people that I know. You will be missed by everyone. Let your soul rise high and free and enjoy paradise … Forever 19."</p>
<p>Friends and family of the Coffee Club employee have described her as "fun and outgoing" and that she was "an amazing person gone too soon."</p>
<p>Her sister told <a href="https://www.facebook.com/9NewsQueensland/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">9News</a> that she "held her hand the entire time" she was in the hospital and that her "heart was breaking" and she "couldn't stop crying."</p>
<p>Officers from Yamanto Police Station have launched an investigation into her death, with homicide detectives assisting with inquiries.</p>
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<p>Flowers have been placed at the home where Monks was discovered.</p>
<p>Our thoughts are with Monks' family and friends during this difficult time.</p>
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Sudden death of girl, 19, who 'fell off a bed and died' is now being treated as 'suspicious'

An exterminator got a huge surprise in a client's home after being called due to "little worms coming out of the wall," but found something completely different.

Let's be honest, nobody ever wants to be in a situation where an exterminator has to be called because it usually means living with some sort of pest problem.

Be it rats, termites, fleas, or something else entirely, it is not outrageous to not want to share a living space with unwelcome guests.

But sometimes it's unavoidable and a professional needs to be called in to handle a problem, but even those who earn a living from pest control can be surprised at what they find.

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A homeowner in California phoned Nick Castro of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Extremepest" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nick's Extreme Pest Control</a> after finding "little worms coming out of the wall that looked like maggots."

What Nick would come to find shocked everybody, and he documented it on Facebook so the world could see what one little bird can accomplish.

After investigating the damage to the customer's wall, Nick was met with an avalanche of acorns that poured out onto the floor, which had been placed there by a woodpecker.

"Came across this on a job. Bird was a bit of a hoarder. Filled up about 8 garbage bags full of acorns weighing in about 700 lbs. Unreal never came across something like this," Nick explained on Facebook.

When questioned about how the bird had accomplished this, the exterminator commented: "The bird put acorns through chimney stack after making 100s of holes in wood siding surrounding it the he came through attic ventilation port holes. Acorns were piled from lower floor to about 20 ft up into attic."

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Rather hilariously, it appears that the rogue woodpecker wasn't overly pleased with the stash being discovered, as Nick explained that it visited while the acorns were being removed and described it as "crazy."

It would appear that the woodpecker did some significant damage, with holes being found all over the house as the bird clearly decided that was his house instead of the people who lived there.

Naturally, people in the comments found it all quite amusing, with one person saying: "That woodpecker will be devastated. Worked so hard for this fortune and it's all gone. Like if a millionaire suddenly lost all the money he tirelessly worked for."

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A second person added: "That was his uncle scrooge money vault. Bird was doing the back stroke in all those walnuts," and a third simply replied with a GIF of Scrat, the loveable acorn-obsessed saber-toothed squirrel from the Ice Age movie series.

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We sure hope the woodpecker doesn't take this loss too hard...
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<p>An exterminator got a huge surprise in a client's home after being called due to "little worms coming out of the wall," but found something completely different.</p>
<p>Let's be honest, nobody ever wants to be in a situation where an exterminator has to be called because it usually means living with some sort of pest problem.</p>
<p>Be it rats, termites, fleas, or something else entirely, it is not outrageous to not want to share a living space with unwelcome guests.</p>
<p>But sometimes it's unavoidable and a professional needs to be called in to handle a problem, but even those who earn a living from pest control can be surprised at what they find.</p>
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<p>A homeowner in California phoned Nick Castro of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Extremepest" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nick's Extreme Pest Control</a> after finding "little worms coming out of the wall that looked like maggots."</p>
<p>What Nick would come to find shocked everybody, and he documented it on Facebook so the world could see what one little bird can accomplish.</p>
<p>After investigating the damage to the customer's wall, Nick was met with an avalanche of acorns that poured out onto the floor, which had been placed there by a woodpecker.</p>
<p>"Came across this on a job. Bird was a bit of a hoarder. Filled up about 8 garbage bags full of acorns weighing in about 700 lbs. Unreal never came across something like this," Nick explained on Facebook.</p>
<p>When questioned about how the bird had accomplished this, the exterminator commented: "The bird put acorns through chimney stack after making 100s of holes in wood siding surrounding it the he came through attic ventilation port holes. Acorns were piled from lower floor to about 20 ft up into attic."</p>
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<p>Rather hilariously, it appears that the rogue woodpecker wasn't overly pleased with the stash being discovered, as Nick explained that it visited while the acorns were being removed and described it as "crazy."</p>
<p>It would appear that the woodpecker did some significant damage, with holes being found all over the house as the bird clearly decided that was his house instead of the people who lived there.</p>
<p>Naturally, people in the comments found it all quite amusing, with one person saying: "That woodpecker will be devastated. Worked so hard for this fortune and it's all gone. Like if a millionaire suddenly lost all the money he tirelessly worked for."</p>
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<p>A second person added: "That was his uncle scrooge money vault. Bird was doing the back stroke in all those walnuts," and a third simply replied with a GIF of Scrat, the loveable acorn-obsessed saber-toothed squirrel from the Ice Age movie series.</p>
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<p>We sure hope the woodpecker doesn't take this loss too hard...</p>
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Exterminator makes shocking discovery in wall of client's house

Mexico has sent its search and rescue dogs to <a href="https://vt.co/news/world/over-1200-killed-in-turkey-and-syria-in-devastating-7-8-magnitude-earthquake" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Turkey</a> as part of a contingent to help search for survivors following devastating <a href="https://vt.co/news/world/turkey-hit-by-another-devastating-earthquake-as-death-toll-reaches-5000" target="_blank" rel="noopener">earthquakes</a>.

Tens of thousands of people have been left homeless after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake devastated southern Turkey and northern Syria on Monday (February 6).

Survivors whose homes have been destroyed have taken refuge in stadiums, mosques, shopping malls, and community centers, while about 1,500 people are living in emergency tents in Sanliurfa - one of the cities hit hardest by the disaster, according to <a href="https://news.sky.com/story/turkey-syria-earthquake-left-terrified-and-freezing-homeless-victims-travel-for-days-to-seek-refuge-12805845">Sky News</a>.

Mexico has now dispatched some of its renowned search and rescue dogs to Turkey to help look for people buried under rubble.
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out the dogs below: </strong></p>
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According to Marcelo Ebrard, Mexico’s Foreign Affairs Secretary, a plane with 16 dogs and their handlers took off from Mexico City earlier on Tuesday (February 7), as reported by <a href="https://edition.cnn.com/2023/02/07/americas/mexico-rescue-dogs-turkey-intl-latam/index.html#:~:text=Mexico%20is%20sending%20its%20beloved,of%20buildings%20in%20the%20country.">CNN</a>.

"The heart of our rescue team is currently flying to Turkey," Ebrard said and a government press release obtained by the outlet wrote that search and rescue experts from the army, members of the navy, and "five foreign ministry officials and 15 members of the Red Cross" were also onboard.

Ebrard also shared a <a href="https://twitter.com/m_ebrard/status/1622989517115228166">video</a> of the canine team - which included Belgian Malinois, Australian Sheepdogs, and Labradors - and posted clips of members of the Mexican Red Cross and their dogs.

The country is prone to natural disasters and has specialized civilian and military teams to assist when earthquakes strike. The same dogs being sent to Turkey won the hearts of Mexicans during the country's 2017 tremor.

Back then, a yellow Labrador Retriever named Frida earned international stardom after footage was posted of her searching for survivors in the city wearing protective goggles and boots. The navy said that she saved 12 lives and located 40 bodies in operations across Mexico, Haiti, Guatemala, and Ecuador, as noted by <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-64553936">BBC</a>.

Before she retired and died of old age in November last year, Frida triumphantly rescued 43 people over the course of her service which lasted from 2010 to 2019.

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The heroic rescue team will land in an airport in the Turkish city of Adana, a southern city near the center of the earthquake, according to a statement cited by the <a href="https://edition.cnn.com/2023/02/07/americas/mexico-rescue-dogs-turkey-intl-latam/index.html#:~:text=Mexico%20is%20sending%20its%20beloved,of%20buildings%20in%20the%20country.">publication</a>.

The Latin American nation is not the only country sending canines to help with the rescue efforts in Turkey and Syria as the Czech Republic, Germany, Croatia, Greece, Poland, Switzerland, Libya, the UK, and the US are all also deploying dogs with their handlers.

The animals are often employed in locations where the use of hefty machinery could compel the rubble to tumble and put the lives of survivors at risk. They are also instructed to sniff out humans and alert their handlers by barking, and mark the ground where the scent is strongest.

Mexican officials say their aim is "to save lives" and hope that the deployment of the dogs and rescue team will result in more lives saved rather than losses.
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<p>Mexico has sent its search and rescue dogs to <a href="https://vt.co/news/world/over-1200-killed-in-turkey-and-syria-in-devastating-7-8-magnitude-earthquake" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Turkey</a> as part of a contingent to help search for survivors following devastating <a href="https://vt.co/news/world/turkey-hit-by-another-devastating-earthquake-as-death-toll-reaches-5000" target="_blank" rel="noopener">earthquakes</a>.</p>
<p>Tens of thousands of people have been left homeless after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake devastated southern Turkey and northern Syria on Monday (February 6).</p>
<p>Survivors whose homes have been destroyed have taken refuge in stadiums, mosques, shopping malls, and community centers, while about 1,500 people are living in emergency tents in Sanliurfa - one of the cities hit hardest by the disaster, according to <a href="https://news.sky.com/story/turkey-syria-earthquake-left-terrified-and-freezing-homeless-victims-travel-for-days-to-seek-refuge-12805845">Sky News</a>.</p>
<p>Mexico has now dispatched some of its renowned search and rescue dogs to Turkey to help look for people buried under rubble.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out the dogs below: </strong></p>
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<p>According to Marcelo Ebrard, Mexico’s Foreign Affairs Secretary, a plane with 16 dogs and their handlers took off from Mexico City earlier on Tuesday (February 7), as reported by <a href="https://edition.cnn.com/2023/02/07/americas/mexico-rescue-dogs-turkey-intl-latam/index.html#:~:text=Mexico%20is%20sending%20its%20beloved,of%20buildings%20in%20the%20country.">CNN</a>.</p>
<p>"The heart of our rescue team is currently flying to Turkey," Ebrard said and a government press release obtained by the outlet wrote that search and rescue experts from the army, members of the navy, and "five foreign ministry officials and 15 members of the Red Cross" were also onboard.</p>
<p>Ebrard also shared a <a href="https://twitter.com/m_ebrard/status/1622989517115228166">video</a> of the canine team - which included Belgian Malinois, Australian Sheepdogs, and Labradors - and posted clips of members of the Mexican Red Cross and their dogs.</p>
<p>The country is prone to natural disasters and has specialized civilian and military teams to assist when earthquakes strike. The same dogs being sent to Turkey won the hearts of Mexicans during the country's 2017 tremor.</p>
<p>Back then, a yellow Labrador Retriever named Frida earned international stardom after footage was posted of her searching for survivors in the city wearing protective goggles and boots. The navy said that she saved 12 lives and located 40 bodies in operations across Mexico, Haiti, Guatemala, and Ecuador, as noted by <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-64553936">BBC</a>.</p>
<p>Before she retired and died of old age in November last year, Frida triumphantly rescued 43 people over the course of her service which lasted from 2010 to 2019.</p>
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<p>The heroic rescue team will land in an airport in the Turkish city of Adana, a southern city near the center of the earthquake, according to a statement cited by the <a href="https://edition.cnn.com/2023/02/07/americas/mexico-rescue-dogs-turkey-intl-latam/index.html#:~:text=Mexico%20is%20sending%20its%20beloved,of%20buildings%20in%20the%20country.">publication</a>.</p>
<p>The Latin American nation is not the only country sending canines to help with the rescue efforts in Turkey and Syria as the Czech Republic, Germany, Croatia, Greece, Poland, Switzerland, Libya, the UK, and the US are all also deploying dogs with their handlers.</p>
<p>The animals are often employed in locations where the use of hefty machinery could compel the rubble to tumble and put the lives of survivors at risk. They are also instructed to sniff out humans and alert their handlers by barking, and mark the ground where the scent is strongest.</p>
<p>Mexican officials say their aim is "to save lives" and hope that the deployment of the dogs and rescue team will result in more lives saved rather than losses.</p>
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Mexico sends its search and rescue dogs to Turkey following devastating earthquakes

Lawyers acting on behalf of Alec Baldwin are seeking to disqualify a special prosecutor who is serving on the fatal shooting case.

Baldwin, 64, is set to make his first court appearance on February 24 following the tragic shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in October 2021 - after he was <a href="https://vt.co/news/entertainment-news/alec-baldwin-has-been-charged-with-involuntary-manslaughter-over-fatal-rust-shooting" target="_blank" rel="noopener">formally charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter</a> last week.

The father-of-seven had been filming the movie Rust on location in Santa Fe, New Mexico, when a prop gun he was rehearsing with misfired, killing Hutchins and injuring director Joel Souza.

Since then, Baldwin has maintained his innocence, accusing the movie's armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed - who has also been charged with involuntary manslaughter - of not ensuring the weapon was safe.

[caption id="attachment_1263190220" align="aligncenter" width="2048"]<img class="wp-image-1263190220 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/01/2H2KRNR.jpg" alt="" width="2048" height="1140" /> Alec Baldwin was charged over the fatal shooting of Halyna Hutchins on the set of 'Rust' in October 2021. Credit: ZUMA Press Inc / Alamy[/caption]

In 2022, Andrea Reeb was brought in to assist on the case, and was elected into the New Mexico House of Representatives in November.

However, according to <a href="https://news.sky.com/story/alec-baldwins-legal-team-seeks-to-disqualify-special-prosecutor-serving-on-rust-fatal-shooting-case-12805659" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sky News</a>, a motion was filed on Tuesday (February 7) by Baldwin's lawyers who argue that the New Mexico constitution expressly prohibits Reeb from serving as a lawmaker and prosecutor simultaneously.

It was argued that her situation - which was deemed "unconstitutional" by Baldwin's lawyers - puts her in a position where she is both involved in making legislation and deciding on legislation. "Representative Reeb is not constitutionally permitted to serve simultaneously as a legislator and a special prosecutor," the motion begins.
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Last month, Baldwin shared this message with his wife Hilaria - two weeks before he was charged with involuntary manslaughter:</strong></p>
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"Doing so vests two core powers of different branches - legislating and prosecuting - in the same person and is thus barred by the plain language of Article III of the New Mexico Constitution," it concludes.

The particular article in question holds that the three distinct powers in New Mexico - the legislative, executive, and judicial - must remain separate. "...No person or collection of persons charged with the exercise of powers properly belonging to one of these departments, shall exercise any powers properly belonging to either of the others," the <a href="https://codes.findlaw.com/nm/new-mexico-constitution/nm-const-art-iii-sect-1.html#:~:text=The%20powers%20of%20the%20government,to%20either%20of%20the%20others" target="_blank" rel="noopener">article in the constitution</a> holds.

[caption id="attachment_1263193738" align="aligncenter" width="1535"]<img class="wp-image-1263193738 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/andrea-reeb.jpg" alt="" width="1535" height="800" /> Andrea Reeb is both a special prosecutor and New Mexico lawmaker, which Baldwin's lawyers argue is "unconstitutional." Credit: ZUMA Press Inc / Alamy[/caption]

Baldwin's hearing on February 24 will likely begin at 10:00AM local time at the Santa Fe Magistrate's Court, where the 30 Rock actor will reportedly attend via video link. He will then likely file a guilty or not guilty plea. One of the 40 plus witnesses may be called to testify at the preliminary hearing, which is set to occur at a later date and will establish whether there is enough evidence for Baldwin to stand trial.

After being charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter last week, Baldwin's lawyer Luke Nikas <a href="https://vt.co/news/alec-baldwin-break-silence-after-being-charged-with-involuntary-manslaughter" target="_blank" rel="noopener">released a statement</a> on the actor's behalf, saying: "Mr Baldwin had no reason to believe there was a live bullet in the gun - or anywhere on the movie set. He relied on the professionals with whom he worked, who assured him the gun did not have live rounds. We will fight these charges, and we will win."

Nikas further added that the charges "distort Halyna Hutchins' tragic death and represent a terrible miscarriage of justice."
<h6>Featured image credit: ZUMA Press, Inc. / Alamy</h6>

<p>Lawyers acting on behalf of Alec Baldwin are seeking to disqualify a special prosecutor who is serving on the fatal shooting case.</p>
<p>Baldwin, 64, is set to make his first court appearance on February 24 following the tragic shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in October 2021 - after he was <a href="https://vt.co/news/entertainment-news/alec-baldwin-has-been-charged-with-involuntary-manslaughter-over-fatal-rust-shooting" target="_blank" rel="noopener">formally charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter</a> last week.</p>
<p>The father-of-seven had been filming the movie Rust on location in Santa Fe, New Mexico, when a prop gun he was rehearsing with misfired, killing Hutchins and injuring director Joel Souza.</p>
<p>Since then, Baldwin has maintained his innocence, accusing the movie's armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed - who has also been charged with involuntary manslaughter - of not ensuring the weapon was safe.</p>
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<p>In 2022, Andrea Reeb was brought in to assist on the case, and was elected into the New Mexico House of Representatives in November.</p>
<p>However, according to <a href="https://news.sky.com/story/alec-baldwins-legal-team-seeks-to-disqualify-special-prosecutor-serving-on-rust-fatal-shooting-case-12805659" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sky News</a>, a motion was filed on Tuesday (February 7) by Baldwin's lawyers who argue that the New Mexico constitution expressly prohibits Reeb from serving as a lawmaker and prosecutor simultaneously.</p>
<p>It was argued that her situation - which was deemed "unconstitutional" by Baldwin's lawyers - puts her in a position where she is both involved in making legislation and deciding on legislation. "Representative Reeb is not constitutionally permitted to serve simultaneously as a legislator and a special prosecutor," the motion begins.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Last month, Baldwin shared this message with his wife Hilaria - two weeks before he was charged with involuntary manslaughter:</strong></p>
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<p>"Doing so vests two core powers of different branches - legislating and prosecuting - in the same person and is thus barred by the plain language of Article III of the New Mexico Constitution," it concludes.</p>
<p>The particular article in question holds that the three distinct powers in New Mexico - the legislative, executive, and judicial - must remain separate. "...No person or collection of persons charged with the exercise of powers properly belonging to one of these departments, shall exercise any powers properly belonging to either of the others," the <a href="https://codes.findlaw.com/nm/new-mexico-constitution/nm-const-art-iii-sect-1.html#:~:text=The%20powers%20of%20the%20government,to%20either%20of%20the%20others" target="_blank" rel="noopener">article in the constitution</a> holds.</p>
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 Andrea Reeb is both a special prosecutor and New Mexico lawmaker, which Baldwin's lawyers argue is "unconstitutional." Credit: ZUMA Press Inc / Alamy</h1>
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<p>Baldwin's hearing on February 24 will likely begin at 10:00AM local time at the Santa Fe Magistrate's Court, where the 30 Rock actor will reportedly attend via video link. He will then likely file a guilty or not guilty plea. One of the 40 plus witnesses may be called to testify at the preliminary hearing, which is set to occur at a later date and will establish whether there is enough evidence for Baldwin to stand trial.</p>
<p>After being charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter last week, Baldwin's lawyer Luke Nikas <a href="https://vt.co/news/alec-baldwin-break-silence-after-being-charged-with-involuntary-manslaughter" target="_blank" rel="noopener">released a statement</a> on the actor's behalf, saying: "Mr Baldwin had no reason to believe there was a live bullet in the gun - or anywhere on the movie set. He relied on the professionals with whom he worked, who assured him the gun did not have live rounds. We will fight these charges, and we will win."</p>
<p>Nikas further added that the charges "distort Halyna Hutchins' tragic death and represent a terrible miscarriage of justice."</p>
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Alec Baldwin's lawyers say 'Rust' prosecutor should be disqualified

A forensic diving expert involved in the hunt for missing Lancashire woman Nicola Bulley has reportedly pulled out of the search.

Ms. Bulley <a href="https://vt.co/news/more-devastating-details-about-missing-mom-who-vanished-on-footpath-emerge" target="_blank" rel="noopener">seemingly vanished almost two weeks ago</a> on Friday, January 27. She had just dropped her two daughters - aged six and nine - off at school and was taking the family dog Willow for a walk around the River Wyre in St. Michael's on Wyre, Lancashire.

At approximately 09:00 AM the mortgage advisor logged on to a Microsoft Teams call, which ended roughly 30 minutes later. At 10:30 AM, a passerby discovered Ms. Bulley's dog running around in a distressed manner, and found a mobile phone believed to belong to the mother-of-two on a bench beside the river. She was apparently <a href="https://vt.co/news/nicola-bulleys-loved-ones-speak-out-about-polices-river-fall-theory-you-dont-base-life-on-a-hypothesis" target="_blank" rel="noopener">still logged on to the work conference call.</a>

In the days following her disappearance, Lancashire police and forensic experts revealed that one of their working hypotheses is that Ms. Bulley had <a href="https://vt.co/news/missing-mother-nicola-bulley-believed-to-have-fallen-in-river-police-say" target="_blank" rel="noopener">fallen into the River Wyre</a> and that this was "not suspicious but a tragic case of a missing person".

[caption id="attachment_1263193721" align="aligncenter" width="1535"]<img class="wp-image-1263193721 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/nicola-bulley.jpg" alt="" width="1535" height="800" /> Lancashire woman Nicola Bulley seemingly vanished into thin air. Credit: News Images LTD / Alamy[/caption]

It was also reported that <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/police-search-river-and-seal-off-scene-in-hunt-for-missing-dog-walker-nicola-bulley" target="_blank" rel="noopener">specialist diving teams</a> continued their attempts to trace Ms. Bulley by returning to the river bank near to the bench with a 20-foot-long probe attached to an underwater camera last week.

Forensic diving expert Peter Faulding has rejected the police's working hypothesis, telling Talk TV (via <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11721383/Baffled-diving-expert-hunting-Nicola-Bulley-fears-phone-left-bench-decoy.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwAR1Nmk2xkYFmfFIW1Kj4tpQJxRYavbLHLG_nRdtGDp6mQL4IattOsFYFakY" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Daily Mail</a>) that he's "truly baffled" by the case, and doesn't believe she fell into the water - adding that if she'd drowned her body would have been recovered by now.

"After 25 years of doing this kind of work, after hundreds of cases, I am well and truly baffled. Normally you would expect the divers to find them easily," Faulding stated, further explaining that when a person drowns they "generally go down where they are", with search teams normally finding their bodies within five to 10 meters of where they fell in.

[caption id="attachment_1263192617" align="aligncenter" width="1690"]<img class="wp-image-1263192617 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.59.16.jpg" alt="" width="1690" height="1138" /> Specialist teams have searched the water near where Nicola Bulley's phone and dog were found. Credit: PA Images / Alamy[/caption]

Now, news has broken that Faulding and his team will be calling off their search for Ms. Bulley today (February 8). Speaking to reporters (via the <a href="https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/nicola-bulley-dive-expert-end-26187967" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Manchester Evening News</a>) Faulding was asked what he thought happened to the local woman.

"Normally a drowning victim goes to the bottom. There was a bit of flow on the river that day, I wasn't here on the day it happened but normally we recover them within a few meters.

"My only point there is that the police divers did thoroughly search that stretch of water - a highly competent search in that part of the river," he replied.

"Obviously you've got the weir in the way," he added. "We're not always right, we do our best, but if Nicola has managed to get over the weir and she's gone down that way then I would have thought that she would have surfaced by now and been found by dog walkers."

Our thoughts are with the family, friends, and colleagues of Nicola Bulley at this difficult time.
<h6>Featured image credit: PA Images / Alamy</h6>

<p>A forensic diving expert involved in the hunt for missing Lancashire woman Nicola Bulley has reportedly pulled out of the search.</p>
<p>Ms. Bulley <a href="https://vt.co/news/more-devastating-details-about-missing-mom-who-vanished-on-footpath-emerge" target="_blank" rel="noopener">seemingly vanished almost two weeks ago</a> on Friday, January 27. She had just dropped her two daughters - aged six and nine - off at school and was taking the family dog Willow for a walk around the River Wyre in St. Michael's on Wyre, Lancashire.</p>
<p>At approximately 09:00 AM the mortgage advisor logged on to a Microsoft Teams call, which ended roughly 30 minutes later. At 10:30 AM, a passerby discovered Ms. Bulley's dog running around in a distressed manner, and found a mobile phone believed to belong to the mother-of-two on a bench beside the river. She was apparently <a href="https://vt.co/news/nicola-bulleys-loved-ones-speak-out-about-polices-river-fall-theory-you-dont-base-life-on-a-hypothesis" target="_blank" rel="noopener">still logged on to the work conference call.</a></p>
<p>In the days following her disappearance, Lancashire police and forensic experts revealed that one of their working hypotheses is that Ms. Bulley had <a href="https://vt.co/news/missing-mother-nicola-bulley-believed-to-have-fallen-in-river-police-say" target="_blank" rel="noopener">fallen into the River Wyre</a> and that this was "not suspicious but a tragic case of a missing person".</p>
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 Lancashire woman Nicola Bulley seemingly vanished into thin air. Credit: News Images LTD / Alamy</h1>
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<p>It was also reported that <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/police-search-river-and-seal-off-scene-in-hunt-for-missing-dog-walker-nicola-bulley" target="_blank" rel="noopener">specialist diving teams</a> continued their attempts to trace Ms. Bulley by returning to the river bank near to the bench with a 20-foot-long probe attached to an underwater camera last week.</p>
<p>Forensic diving expert Peter Faulding has rejected the police's working hypothesis, telling Talk TV (via <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11721383/Baffled-diving-expert-hunting-Nicola-Bulley-fears-phone-left-bench-decoy.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwAR1Nmk2xkYFmfFIW1Kj4tpQJxRYavbLHLG_nRdtGDp6mQL4IattOsFYFakY" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Daily Mail</a>) that he's "truly baffled" by the case, and doesn't believe she fell into the water - adding that if she'd drowned her body would have been recovered by now.</p>
<p>"After 25 years of doing this kind of work, after hundreds of cases, I am well and truly baffled. Normally you would expect the divers to find them easily," Faulding stated, further explaining that when a person drowns they "generally go down where they are", with search teams normally finding their bodies within five to 10 meters of where they fell in.</p>
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 Specialist teams have searched the water near where Nicola Bulley's phone and dog were found. Credit: PA Images / Alamy</h1>
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<p>Now, news has broken that Faulding and his team will be calling off their search for Ms. Bulley today (February 8). Speaking to reporters (via the <a href="https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/nicola-bulley-dive-expert-end-26187967" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Manchester Evening News</a>) Faulding was asked what he thought happened to the local woman.</p>
<p>"Normally a drowning victim goes to the bottom. There was a bit of flow on the river that day, I wasn't here on the day it happened but normally we recover them within a few meters.</p>
<p>"My only point there is that the police divers did thoroughly search that stretch of water - a highly competent search in that part of the river," he replied.</p>
<p>"Obviously you've got the weir in the way," he added. "We're not always right, we do our best, but if Nicola has managed to get over the weir and she's gone down that way then I would have thought that she would have surfaced by now and been found by dog walkers."</p>
<p>Our thoughts are with the family, friends, and colleagues of Nicola Bulley at this difficult time.</p>
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Dive expert in Nicola Bulley case pulls out of search: 'She's not there'

Madonna left her fans speechless after she shared a raunchy clip of her sharing a kiss with rapper and songwriter Jozzy.

Now, Madonna is somewhat known for her <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/madonna-hailed-as-a-goddess-after-posting-stunning-corset-photos">eccentric and overtly sexualized image</a>, and while many thought this quality would slowly fade as she got older, this couldn't be further from the truth.

The 64-year-old icon still continues to empower women as well as other artists to live in their truest and most authentic form as she does through hers and she really showed that off at Sunday night's Grammy Awards.

While she may have been sporting a fully-covered belted blazer and slit-leg skirt ensemble while introducing Sam Smith and Kim Petras for their <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/ted-cruz-declares-sam-smiths-grammys-performance-evil" target="_blank" rel="noopener">performance</a> of the hit song 'Unholy', it was after the show, that she took to Instagram to reveal what was underneath.

(Spoiler alert: it was a busty, laced corset - a classic Madonna-esque choice!)

Not only that, but she also gave fans a look into her backstage antics which included a heated make-out session with 32-year-old rapper Jozzy.
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out the risqué video below:</strong></p>
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Some fans were thrown off by the clip and they took to the comments to express their concerns.

"There's nothing wrong in being adventurous and creative, but you look like your in a porn movie at 65! most people don't wanna see it Madonna! you used to be iconic [and] classy..." wrote one user.

Another added: "She’s trying waaaay too hard to be young and relevant."

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Not everyone was against it though. Others took the time to commend the 'Hung Up' singer for always living her best life.

"Yes queen. i love you!!!!!!" wrote one and another stated: "This. Is. Fire," alongside a flame emoji.

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Madonna also used the post as an opportunity to slam trolls that heavily criticized her appearance at the coveted award show, stating that she would not be forced to "apologize" for her creative choices.

She started her caption by saying what an honor it was to "present the first trans- woman performing at the Grammys" before the tone turned serious.

[caption id="attachment_1263193733" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]<img class="wp-image-1263193733 size-large" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2N10PNM-1024x686.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="686" /> Madonna performs during the 65th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California. Credit: REUTERS / Alamy[/caption]

Madonna said: "Instead of focusing on what I said in my speech which was about giving thanks for the fearlessness of artists like Sam and Kim- Many people chose to only talk about Close-up photos of me Taken with a long lens camera By a press photographer that Would distort anyone’s face!!"

She continued: "Once again I am caught in the glare of ageism and misogyny That permeates the world we live in. A world that refuses to celebrate women past the age of 45 And feels the need to punish her If she continues to be strong-willed, hard-working, and adventurous."

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Madonna then stated that she's never "had to apologize" for any of the creative choices she's made in her career, and she isn't about to start now.

"I have been degraded by the media since the beginning of my career but I understand that this is all a test and I am happy to do the trailblazing so that all the women behind me can have an easier time in the years to come. In the words of Beyonce 'You-won’t break my soul.'"

The star concluded her post by emphasizing that she will continue to push boundaries and stand up to the patriarchy, but most of all, she'll be focused on "enjoying [her] life."

The queen has spoken.
<h6>Featured Image Credit: REUTERS / Alamy</h6>

<p>Madonna left her fans speechless after she shared a raunchy clip of her sharing a kiss with rapper and songwriter Jozzy.</p>
<p>Now, Madonna is somewhat known for her <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/madonna-hailed-as-a-goddess-after-posting-stunning-corset-photos">eccentric and overtly sexualized image</a>, and while many thought this quality would slowly fade as she got older, this couldn't be further from the truth.</p>
<p>The 64-year-old icon still continues to empower women as well as other artists to live in their truest and most authentic form as she does through hers and she really showed that off at Sunday night's Grammy Awards.</p>
<p>While she may have been sporting a fully-covered belted blazer and slit-leg skirt ensemble while introducing Sam Smith and Kim Petras for their <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/ted-cruz-declares-sam-smiths-grammys-performance-evil" target="_blank" rel="noopener">performance</a> of the hit song 'Unholy', it was after the show, that she took to Instagram to reveal what was underneath.</p>
<p>(Spoiler alert: it was a busty, laced corset - a classic Madonna-esque choice!)</p>
<p>Not only that, but she also gave fans a look into her backstage antics which included a heated make-out session with 32-year-old rapper Jozzy.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out the risqué video below:</strong></p>
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<p>Some fans were thrown off by the clip and they took to the comments to express their concerns.</p>
<p>"There's nothing wrong in being adventurous and creative, but you look like your in a porn movie at 65! most people don't wanna see it Madonna! you used to be iconic [and] classy..." wrote one user.</p>
<p>Another added: "She’s trying waaaay too hard to be young and relevant."</p>
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<p>Not everyone was against it though. Others took the time to commend the 'Hung Up' singer for always living her best life.</p>
<p>"Yes queen. i love you!!!!!!" wrote one and another stated: "This. Is. Fire," alongside a flame emoji.</p>
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<p>Madonna also used the post as an opportunity to slam trolls that heavily criticized her appearance at the coveted award show, stating that she would not be forced to "apologize" for her creative choices.</p>
<p>She started her caption by saying what an honor it was to "present the first trans- woman performing at the Grammys" before the tone turned serious.</p>
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<p>Madonna said: "Instead of focusing on what I said in my speech which was about giving thanks for the fearlessness of artists like Sam and Kim- Many people chose to only talk about Close-up photos of me Taken with a long lens camera By a press photographer that Would distort anyone’s face!!"</p>
<p>She continued: "Once again I am caught in the glare of ageism and misogyny That permeates the world we live in. A world that refuses to celebrate women past the age of 45 And feels the need to punish her If she continues to be strong-willed, hard-working, and adventurous."</p>
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<p>Madonna then stated that she's never "had to apologize" for any of the creative choices she's made in her career, and she isn't about to start now.</p>
<p>"I have been degraded by the media since the beginning of my career but I understand that this is all a test and I am happy to do the trailblazing so that all the women behind me can have an easier time in the years to come. In the words of Beyonce 'You-won’t break my soul.'"</p>
<p>The star concluded her post by emphasizing that she will continue to push boundaries and stand up to the patriarchy, but most of all, she'll be focused on "enjoying [her] life."</p>
<p>The queen has spoken.</p>
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Madonna shares kiss with rapper Jozzy in raunchy behind-the-scene Grammys clip

A diving expert in the ongoing search for missing mother of two Nicola Bulley has said he asked her partner if she happened to have any enemies or stalkers.

Bulley, 45, disappeared while walking her dog near the<a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/police-still-believe-nicola-bulley-fell-into-river-and-is-a-missing-person"> River Wyre in Lancashire</a> on January 27, after having dropped her two daughters, aged six and nine, off at school.

She was last seen on Friday at around 9:15AM while walking down a footpath to a river. Lancashire Police confirmed that<a href="https://vt.co/news/baffled-expert-hunting-for-missing-nicola-bulley-fears-her-phone-was-decoy"> her phone was discovered on a bench</a> with a work conference call still appearing on the screen.

As her disappearance nears two weeks, <a href="https://vt.co/news/nicola-bulleys-final-text-revealed-before-dog-walker-mysteriously-disappeared">detectives have extended their search to the sea.</a>

Joining in the search is forensic expert Peter Faulding, chief of Specialist Group International, as well as his team.

[caption id="attachment_1263193731" align="aligncenter" width="1535"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1263193731" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/Nicole-Bulley-RT2.jpg" alt="" width="1535" height="800" /> Flowers left by a missing sign for Nicola Bulley. Credit: PA Images / Alamy[/caption]

Faulding revealed that he enquired of Bulley's partner Paul Ansell if she'd had any enemies that might want to cause her harm.

He recalled to <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11723099/Diving-expert-leading-hunt-Nicola-Bulley-asks-partner-enemies-stalkers.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwAR0yEzOYqp64YbMEEN5yLFeFosZhEAj5ymL3Zimv8ao31ysolkB7N4WwxOI">MailOnline</a>: "I spoke to Paul last night and asked him if she had any enemies, any stalkers, the normal questions you would ask. And nothing, he said no. And she was totally normal that day when she left, nothing out the ordinary."

Police have since said in a press conference regarding the disappearance: "Throughout this investigation...we remain fully open to any information that is credible and factual to try and trace Nicola and bring answers for her family but it does remain our belief that Nicola sadly fell into the river and that this is a missing persons inquiry."

Lancashire Police Superintendent Sally Riley added: "Any information that comes in that indicates otherwise is being checked out all the time and negated as each inquiry comes up.

"We're not closed in any way to any particular line of inquiry and we remain genuinely open to that. All these extensive inquiries however have so far not found anything of note."

[caption id="attachment_1263193730" align="aligncenter" width="1535"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1263193730" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/Nicole-Bulley-RT1.jpg" alt="" width="1535" height="800" /> Police search teams near the bench where Nicola Bulley's phone was found. Credit: PA Images / Alamy[/caption]

Faulding previously told <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11723099/Diving-expert-leading-hunt-Nicola-Bulley-asks-partner-enemies-stalkers.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwAR0yEzOYqp64YbMEEN5yLFeFosZhEAj5ymL3Zimv8ao31ysolkB7N4WwxOI">MailOnline:</a> "There is a possibility that she has been abducted, but there is no information on that."

However, Supt Riley said at the press briefing this afternoon: "Every single potential third party line of enquiry, suspicious or criminal activity has been looked at and discounted."

She added: "I do believe that we will find Nicola but nature is a powerful force that changes our parameters constantly."

"As I said on Friday, the river is a complex area to search, it's not a still water, it's a fast-flowing moving water that is tidal in parts, and as acknowledged by some of the many national search advisers and experts... this makes it particularly complex," she said.

"We have already discounted particular areas of the river but as they are tidal we have re-searched them to ensure that nothing has been washed back into those searched areas."

Faulding recently said he<a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/expert-diver-says-its-impossible-missing-mom-nicola-bulley-is-in-the-sea"> believes his team's sonar would have found Bulley</a> in under an hour if she were in the river. He also said it is "unlikely" that the missing mom will be found in the sea.

He said: "We've been using the high frequency side scan sonar in this stretch today and it's so detailed I can even see every stone of it. She's not in this stretch.

"We also sonar-ed on the other side down yesterday in the tidal river. Now if you take a football on a tidal river…when the tide goes out the the ball will go down the stream and then as soon as the tide turns it will come back in again. It'll end up back at the same place.

"For Nicola to get out to the sea would be impossible, literally, it is such a long way."
<h6>Featured image credit: News Images LTD / Alamy</h6>

<p>A diving expert in the ongoing search for missing mother of two Nicola Bulley has said he asked her partner if she happened to have any enemies or stalkers.</p>
<p>Bulley, 45, disappeared while walking her dog near the<a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/police-still-believe-nicola-bulley-fell-into-river-and-is-a-missing-person"> River Wyre in Lancashire</a> on January 27, after having dropped her two daughters, aged six and nine, off at school.</p>
<p>She was last seen on Friday at around 9:15AM while walking down a footpath to a river. Lancashire Police confirmed that<a href="https://vt.co/news/baffled-expert-hunting-for-missing-nicola-bulley-fears-her-phone-was-decoy"> her phone was discovered on a bench</a> with a work conference call still appearing on the screen.</p>
<p>As her disappearance nears two weeks, <a href="https://vt.co/news/nicola-bulleys-final-text-revealed-before-dog-walker-mysteriously-disappeared">detectives have extended their search to the sea.</a></p>
<p>Joining in the search is forensic expert Peter Faulding, chief of Specialist Group International, as well as his team.</p>
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<p>Faulding revealed that he enquired of Bulley's partner Paul Ansell if she'd had any enemies that might want to cause her harm.</p>
<p>He recalled to <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11723099/Diving-expert-leading-hunt-Nicola-Bulley-asks-partner-enemies-stalkers.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwAR0yEzOYqp64YbMEEN5yLFeFosZhEAj5ymL3Zimv8ao31ysolkB7N4WwxOI">MailOnline</a>: "I spoke to Paul last night and asked him if she had any enemies, any stalkers, the normal questions you would ask. And nothing, he said no. And she was totally normal that day when she left, nothing out the ordinary."</p>
<p>Police have since said in a press conference regarding the disappearance: "Throughout this investigation...we remain fully open to any information that is credible and factual to try and trace Nicola and bring answers for her family but it does remain our belief that Nicola sadly fell into the river and that this is a missing persons inquiry."</p>
<p>Lancashire Police Superintendent Sally Riley added: "Any information that comes in that indicates otherwise is being checked out all the time and negated as each inquiry comes up.</p>
<p>"We're not closed in any way to any particular line of inquiry and we remain genuinely open to that. All these extensive inquiries however have so far not found anything of note."</p>
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<p>Faulding previously told <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11723099/Diving-expert-leading-hunt-Nicola-Bulley-asks-partner-enemies-stalkers.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwAR0yEzOYqp64YbMEEN5yLFeFosZhEAj5ymL3Zimv8ao31ysolkB7N4WwxOI">MailOnline:</a> "There is a possibility that she has been abducted, but there is no information on that."</p>
<p>However, Supt Riley said at the press briefing this afternoon: "Every single potential third party line of enquiry, suspicious or criminal activity has been looked at and discounted."</p>
<p>She added: "I do believe that we will find Nicola but nature is a powerful force that changes our parameters constantly."</p>
<p>"As I said on Friday, the river is a complex area to search, it's not a still water, it's a fast-flowing moving water that is tidal in parts, and as acknowledged by some of the many national search advisers and experts... this makes it particularly complex," she said.</p>
<p>"We have already discounted particular areas of the river but as they are tidal we have re-searched them to ensure that nothing has been washed back into those searched areas."</p>
<p>Faulding recently said he<a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/expert-diver-says-its-impossible-missing-mom-nicola-bulley-is-in-the-sea"> believes his team's sonar would have found Bulley</a> in under an hour if she were in the river. He also said it is "unlikely" that the missing mom will be found in the sea.</p>
<p>He said: "We've been using the high frequency side scan sonar in this stretch today and it's so detailed I can even see every stone of it. She's not in this stretch.</p>
<p>"We also sonar-ed on the other side down yesterday in the tidal river. Now if you take a football on a tidal river…when the tide goes out the the ball will go down the stream and then as soon as the tide turns it will come back in again. It'll end up back at the same place.</p>
<p>"For Nicola to get out to the sea would be impossible, literally, it is such a long way."</p>
<h2>Featured image credit: News Images LTD / Alamy</h2>


Expert leading Nicola Bulley search asks 'if she had enemies'

Following their apparently <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/viewers-think-clip-shows-jennifer-lopez-and-ben-affleck-having-a-tense-argument-at-grammys">heated exchange at the Grammys</a>, Jennifer Lopez has now spoken out about her husband Ben Affleck in a new Instagram post.

Now, I'm sure by now we've all seen the viral clip of Bennifer's little back-and-forth during the 65th installment of the Grammy awards on Sunday night in Los Angeles - and yeah, it did appear pretty tense!

And the pair didn't manage to win back any brownie points from fans as the night continued thanks to Affleck's unwavering sad/concerned expression, with many stating that the actor looked like he was grieving the loss of a pet or something.

I mean, at one point, he looked like he was on the verge of shedding a tear.

<strong>Check out the posts below:</strong>

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In the wake of all the drama surrounding the newlywed couple, Lopez, 53, has taken to Instagram to give a little shoutout to her husband in what some have claimed is a "damage control" post.

The 'Jenny from the Block' singer recently posted a montage of moments taken from the big night including photos of her and her husband posing for professional snapshots.

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Alongside the video, she wrote: "Always the best time with my love, my husband #Grammys...", but it seems as though fans weren't entirely convinced at the display of affection.

"I don’t know but I get vibes from those two that seem off," wrote one user.

"The epitome of Instagram happiness vs. real life misery. You can't judge someone by their most beautiful and carefully selected photos... The actual videos and images from the night, purposefully left out of this montage, tell a different story. Can't always believe whats on Instagram," added another.

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And the comments just kept on coming.

"The fantasy of Jen and Ben does not match the reality," stated someone else while this Instagram user left a pretty blunt comment saying: "Ben is not happy."

Others thought JLo's post was nothing but a "damage control" or "PR post" since the awkward interaction at the Grammys.

"Damage control post and he still don’t seem happy!"

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"Great P.R since the whole world saw the energy and its written all over your face darling, your shine has gone, and he looks forced to play along... maybe stay off the cameras and work on yourselves, separately and together. You'll don't look happy. Can't hide energy!" commented another.

[caption id="attachment_1263193774" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]<img class="wp-image-1263193774 size-large" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/Screenshot-2023-02-08-at-10.46.33-1024x901.png" alt="" width="1024" height="901" /> Credit: Instagram[/caption]

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Lopez, 53, and Affleck, 50, cemented their relationship with vows last August in what was a beautiful but intimate ceremony and since then, the pair seemed to be loving their new lives together.

But recently moments such as the one at the Grammys, and also the alleged <a href="https://www.yourtango.com/entertainment/video-jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-arguing-shotgun-wedding-premiere" target="_blank" rel="noopener">awkward exchange</a> the pair had at the premiere of the singer's new movie, Shotgun Wedding, have led fans to question the strength of their love.

[caption id="attachment_1263193338" align="aligncenter" width="683"]<img class="wp-image-1263193338 size-large" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2HAWYWG-683x1024.jpg" alt="" width="683" height="1024" /> Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez got married last year. Credit: Priscilla Grant/Everett Collection/Alamy Live News[/caption]

Let's just hope they manage to work things out because they both deserve to be happy and better than that, their re-kindled romance makes for a good story to tell the kids.
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<p>Following their apparently <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/viewers-think-clip-shows-jennifer-lopez-and-ben-affleck-having-a-tense-argument-at-grammys">heated exchange at the Grammys</a>, Jennifer Lopez has now spoken out about her husband Ben Affleck in a new Instagram post.</p>
<p>Now, I'm sure by now we've all seen the viral clip of Bennifer's little back-and-forth during the 65th installment of the Grammy awards on Sunday night in Los Angeles - and yeah, it did appear pretty tense!</p>
<p>And the pair didn't manage to win back any brownie points from fans as the night continued thanks to Affleck's unwavering sad/concerned expression, with many stating that the actor looked like he was grieving the loss of a pet or something.</p>
<p>I mean, at one point, he looked like he was on the verge of shedding a tear.</p>
<p><strong>Check out the posts below:</strong></p>
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<p>In the wake of all the drama surrounding the newlywed couple, Lopez, 53, has taken to Instagram to give a little shoutout to her husband in what some have claimed is a "damage control" post.</p>
<p>The 'Jenny from the Block' singer recently posted a montage of moments taken from the big night including photos of her and her husband posing for professional snapshots.</p>
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<p>Alongside the video, she wrote: "Always the best time with my love, my husband #Grammys...", but it seems as though fans weren't entirely convinced at the display of affection.</p>
<p>"I don’t know but I get vibes from those two that seem off," wrote one user.</p>
<p>"The epitome of Instagram happiness vs. real life misery. You can't judge someone by their most beautiful and carefully selected photos... The actual videos and images from the night, purposefully left out of this montage, tell a different story. Can't always believe whats on Instagram," added another.</p>
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<p>And the comments just kept on coming.</p>
<p>"The fantasy of Jen and Ben does not match the reality," stated someone else while this Instagram user left a pretty blunt comment saying: "Ben is not happy."</p>
<p>Others thought JLo's post was nothing but a "damage control" or "PR post" since the awkward interaction at the Grammys.</p>
<p>"Damage control post and he still don’t seem happy!"</p>
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<p>"Great P.R since the whole world saw the energy and its written all over your face darling, your shine has gone, and he looks forced to play along... maybe stay off the cameras and work on yourselves, separately and together. You'll don't look happy. Can't hide energy!" commented another.</p>
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            <img class="wp-image-1263193774 size-large" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/Screenshot-2023-02-08-at-10.46.33-1024x901.png" alt="" width="1024" height="901" /><figcaption class='op-vertical-below'>
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<p>Lopez, 53, and Affleck, 50, cemented their relationship with vows last August in what was a beautiful but intimate ceremony and since then, the pair seemed to be loving their new lives together.</p>
<p>But recently moments such as the one at the Grammys, and also the alleged <a href="https://www.yourtango.com/entertainment/video-jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-arguing-shotgun-wedding-premiere" target="_blank" rel="noopener">awkward exchange</a> the pair had at the premiere of the singer's new movie, Shotgun Wedding, have led fans to question the strength of their love.</p>
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 Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez got married last year. Credit: Priscilla Grant/Everett Collection/Alamy Live News</h1>
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<p>Let's just hope they manage to work things out because they both deserve to be happy and better than that, their re-kindled romance makes for a good story to tell the kids.</p>
<h2>Featured Image Credit: REUTERS / Alamy</h2>


Jennifer Lopez shares post about husband Ben Affleck after tense exchange at Grammys

<a href="https://vt.co/news/christina-applegate-calls-out-cruel-trolls-mocking-appearance-at-critics-choice-awards" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Christina Applegate</a> has revealed that her forthcoming appearance at the Screen Actors Guild Awards may be her final awards ceremony as a working actress.

The 52-year-old Dead to Me actress - <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/christina-applegate-reveals-multiple-sclerosis-diagnosis-its-been-a-strange-journey" target="_blank" rel="noopener">who confirmed her MS diagnosis in 2021</a> - is nominated for outstanding performance by a female actor in a comedy series for her role as Jen Harding in the Netflix comedy.

This is her sixth-ever SAG nomination for the show, which is about a real estate agent who is seething with grief after the death of her husband and crosses paths with Judy Hale, a free-spirited woman who also suffered a tragic loss.

In a recent interview with <a href="https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/awards/story/2023-02-07/even-with-ms-christina-applegate-wraps-dead-to-me-with-help-from-her-loving-co-star">The Los Angeles Times</a>, Applegate opened up about the award show season and shared that the upcoming ceremony will most likely be her final one as she continues to deal with the impacts of the disease.

[caption id="attachment_1263193794" align="aligncenter" width="1535"]<img class="wp-image-1263193794 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/christina-applegate1.jpg" alt="" width="1535" height="800" /> Christina Applegate in Dead To Me Season 3. Credit: PictureLux / The Hollywood Archive / Alamy[/caption]

"It's my last awards show as an actor probably, so it's kind of a big deal," <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/christina-applegate-attends-first-awards-show-since-multiple-sclerosis-diagnosis" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Applegate</a> told the outlet. "Right now, I couldn't imagine getting up at 5 a.m. and spending 12 to 14 hours on a set; I don't have that in me at this moment."

Although acting is no longer on her radar, the Married With Children star said she has her next career move in mind, revealing: "Doing a s*** ton of voice-overs to make some cash to make sure that my daughter's fed and we're homed".

Her comments come almost two years after she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. At the time, she was <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/christina-applegate-says-role-on-dead-to-me-may-be-last-due-to-ms-diagnosis" target="_blank" rel="noopener">filming the Netflix series's final season</a> and was forced to take a break to undergo treatment.

The actress hailed the "incredible" crew, showrunner, and costars, for their support during those difficult months in her interview with the <a href="https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/awards/story/2023-02-07/even-with-ms-christina-applegate-wraps-dead-to-me-with-help-from-her-loving-co-star#:~:text=Applegate%20notes%20she%20has%20never,loving%20that%20it%20was%20OK.%E2%80%9D">publication</a>.

She said that they were "Jen and Judy combined into a human, in the most perfect and beautiful way possible" - a reference to the close friendship between her character and Linda Cardellini's Judy Hale.

Applegate confessed that she was a "wreck" during filming of the final season, adding: "But most of that wreck would take place in my trailer by myself. But there were times I'd break down on set and be like, 'I can't, we have to take a break, I need a half-hour,' and everyone was so loving that it was OK."

[caption id="attachment_1263193782" align="aligncenter" width="2560"]<img class="wp-image-1263193782 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2KN2TWM-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="1707" /> Christina Applegate at her Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony in November 2022. Credit: ZUMA Press, Inc. / Alamy[/caption]

The Vacation star previously battled breast cancer in 2008, which led to her undergoing a double mastectomy. She also had her ovaries and fallopian tubes removed in 2017.

She disclosed to the <a href="https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/awards/story/2023-02-07/even-with-ms-christina-applegate-wraps-dead-to-me-with-help-from-her-loving-co-star#:~:text=Applegate%20notes%20she%20has%20never,loving%20that%20it%20was%20OK.%E2%80%9D">publication</a> how challenging it was to watch the season once it aired on the streaming service because she doesn't like "seeing myself struggling".

"Also, I gained 40 pounds because of inactivity and medications, and I didn't look like myself, and I didn't feel like myself," she continued, expressing that she watched the show alone and stopped occasionally when it became too difficult.

"At some point, I was able to distance myself from my own ego and realize what a beautiful piece of television it was. All the scenes I wasn't in were so much fun to see and experience for the very first time," the actress added.

The 29th Screen Actors Guild Awards will be held on Sunday, February 26.
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<p><a href="https://vt.co/news/christina-applegate-calls-out-cruel-trolls-mocking-appearance-at-critics-choice-awards" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Christina Applegate</a> has revealed that her forthcoming appearance at the Screen Actors Guild Awards may be her final awards ceremony as a working actress.</p>
<p>The 52-year-old Dead to Me actress - <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/christina-applegate-reveals-multiple-sclerosis-diagnosis-its-been-a-strange-journey" target="_blank" rel="noopener">who confirmed her MS diagnosis in 2021</a> - is nominated for outstanding performance by a female actor in a comedy series for her role as Jen Harding in the Netflix comedy.</p>
<p>This is her sixth-ever SAG nomination for the show, which is about a real estate agent who is seething with grief after the death of her husband and crosses paths with Judy Hale, a free-spirited woman who also suffered a tragic loss.</p>
<p>In a recent interview with <a href="https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/awards/story/2023-02-07/even-with-ms-christina-applegate-wraps-dead-to-me-with-help-from-her-loving-co-star">The Los Angeles Times</a>, Applegate opened up about the award show season and shared that the upcoming ceremony will most likely be her final one as she continues to deal with the impacts of the disease.</p>
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 Christina Applegate in Dead To Me Season 3. Credit: PictureLux / The Hollywood Archive / Alamy</h1>
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<p>"It's my last awards show as an actor probably, so it's kind of a big deal," <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/christina-applegate-attends-first-awards-show-since-multiple-sclerosis-diagnosis" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Applegate</a> told the outlet. "Right now, I couldn't imagine getting up at 5 a.m. and spending 12 to 14 hours on a set; I don't have that in me at this moment."</p>
<p>Although acting is no longer on her radar, the Married With Children star said she has her next career move in mind, revealing: "Doing a s*** ton of voice-overs to make some cash to make sure that my daughter's fed and we're homed".</p>
<p>Her comments come almost two years after she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. At the time, she was <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/christina-applegate-says-role-on-dead-to-me-may-be-last-due-to-ms-diagnosis" target="_blank" rel="noopener">filming the Netflix series's final season</a> and was forced to take a break to undergo treatment.</p>
<p>The actress hailed the "incredible" crew, showrunner, and costars, for their support during those difficult months in her interview with the <a href="https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/awards/story/2023-02-07/even-with-ms-christina-applegate-wraps-dead-to-me-with-help-from-her-loving-co-star#:~:text=Applegate%20notes%20she%20has%20never,loving%20that%20it%20was%20OK.%E2%80%9D">publication</a>.</p>
<p>She said that they were "Jen and Judy combined into a human, in the most perfect and beautiful way possible" - a reference to the close friendship between her character and Linda Cardellini's Judy Hale.</p>
<p>Applegate confessed that she was a "wreck" during filming of the final season, adding: "But most of that wreck would take place in my trailer by myself. But there were times I'd break down on set and be like, 'I can't, we have to take a break, I need a half-hour,' and everyone was so loving that it was OK."</p>
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 Christina Applegate at her Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony in November 2022. Credit: ZUMA Press, Inc. / Alamy</h1>
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<p>The Vacation star previously battled breast cancer in 2008, which led to her undergoing a double mastectomy. She also had her ovaries and fallopian tubes removed in 2017.</p>
<p>She disclosed to the <a href="https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/awards/story/2023-02-07/even-with-ms-christina-applegate-wraps-dead-to-me-with-help-from-her-loving-co-star#:~:text=Applegate%20notes%20she%20has%20never,loving%20that%20it%20was%20OK.%E2%80%9D">publication</a> how challenging it was to watch the season once it aired on the streaming service because she doesn't like "seeing myself struggling".</p>
<p>"Also, I gained 40 pounds because of inactivity and medications, and I didn't look like myself, and I didn't feel like myself," she continued, expressing that she watched the show alone and stopped occasionally when it became too difficult.</p>
<p>"At some point, I was able to distance myself from my own ego and realize what a beautiful piece of television it was. All the scenes I wasn't in were so much fun to see and experience for the very first time," the actress added.</p>
<p>The 29th Screen Actors Guild Awards will be held on Sunday, February 26.</p>
<h2>Featured image credit: REUTERS / Alamy</h2>


Christina Applegate says SAG Awards may be her 'last awards show as an actor'

A medical examiner has confirmed that a man who took his own life in court last year had ingested a lethal amount of sodium nitrite.

Edward Leclair had been on trial in Texas on August 11, 2022, over five counts of sexual assault against a child. As the judge was reading the guilty verdict, however, the 57-year-old had swallowed the contents of a water bottle containing a cloudy liquid. He collapsed in his cell and passed away shortly after.

This week, the Tarrant County Medical Examiner's Office revealed (via <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11723027/The-mysterious-liquid-pedophile-chugged-Texas-court-sodium-nitrate-guilty.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Daily Mail</a>) that Leclair's death had been ruled a suicide, and that the liquid in the bottle was found to contain sodium nitrite.

The convicted pedophile's cause of death was declared to be related to the effects of the lethal concoction.

[caption id="attachment_1263193778" align="aligncenter" width="2560"]<img class="wp-image-1263193778 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2BM265R-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="1920" /> Sodium nitrite can limit oxygen delivery and transport in the body. Credit: chadchai krisadapong / Alamy[/caption]

The <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33074043/#:~:text=Sodium%20nitrite%20is%20a%20powerful,consciousness%2C%20dysrhythmias%2C%20and%20death." target="_blank" rel="noopener">National Library of Medicine</a> has detailed that sodium nitrate is an odorless powder often used to treat metals as well as in the preservation of meats. When in the human body it can limit oxygen delivery and transport - ingesting it can often cause hypoxia (low levels of oxygen in the body), altered states of consciousness, cyanosis (poor circulation), and death.

Leclair - who had worked as a corporate recruiter before losing his job during the pandemic - had been found guilty on five counts of child sexual assault against one victim - a young girl that he'd raped five times from 2016 to 2018. She was aged between 13 and 17 at the time.

Upon hearing that he'd been found guilty on the first count, Leclair reportedly downed the liquid containing sodium nitrite. Soon afterward he was escorted back to his cell, <a href="https://nypost.com/2023/02/07/pedophile-killed-himself-in-courtroom-by-drinking-sodium-nitrate/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The New York Post</a> detailed.  "As these verdicts were being read, he chugged a bottle of water he had at counsel table," Denton County Assistant District Attorney Jamie Beck told <a href="https://edition.cnn.com/2022/08/12/us/texas-man-dies-drinks-liquid-court/index.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CNN</a> at the time of Leclair's suicide.

"Our investigator noticed him chug the water," he added, saying that the liquid had looked cloudy. "He told the bailiff he might want to go check on him. The bailiff did. He was unconscious in the holding cell [...] Shortly after entering the holdover cell, he started vomiting, and emergency services were called."

[caption id="attachment_1263193779" align="aligncenter" width="622"]<img class="wp-image-1263193779 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/Screenshot-2023-02-08-at-12.15.10.png" alt="" width="622" height="828" /> Credit: FriscoTexas.gov[/caption]

CCTV footage from inside the Denton County Court shows Leclair purchasing a bottle of water from a vending machine outside court at 07:00 AM on the day of his hearing, <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/15/us/texas-man-guilty-sexual-assault-poison.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The New York Times</a> reported.

Prosecutors on the case believe that Leclair had put the toxic powder in his water bottle while the jury deliberated for three and a half hours.

His lawyer Mike Howard had told the Times that his client was facing 100 years in prison and had made a last-minute decision to die by suicide when he realized the severity of his crimes.

"I think he made the decision to do what he did at the last moment [...] Had he waited another 30 seconds, he would have been in sheriff's custody and not had access to that bottled water. He wouldn’t have been able to. So, you know, I think he knew," Howard explained.
<h6>Featured image credit: Mark Strozier / Alamy</h6>

<p>A medical examiner has confirmed that a man who took his own life in court last year had ingested a lethal amount of sodium nitrite.</p>
<p>Edward Leclair had been on trial in Texas on August 11, 2022, over five counts of sexual assault against a child. As the judge was reading the guilty verdict, however, the 57-year-old had swallowed the contents of a water bottle containing a cloudy liquid. He collapsed in his cell and passed away shortly after.</p>
<p>This week, the Tarrant County Medical Examiner's Office revealed (via <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11723027/The-mysterious-liquid-pedophile-chugged-Texas-court-sodium-nitrate-guilty.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Daily Mail</a>) that Leclair's death had been ruled a suicide, and that the liquid in the bottle was found to contain sodium nitrite.</p>
<p>The convicted pedophile's cause of death was declared to be related to the effects of the lethal concoction.</p>
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 Sodium nitrite can limit oxygen delivery and transport in the body. Credit: chadchai krisadapong / Alamy</h1>
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<p>The <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33074043/#:~:text=Sodium%20nitrite%20is%20a%20powerful,consciousness%2C%20dysrhythmias%2C%20and%20death." target="_blank" rel="noopener">National Library of Medicine</a> has detailed that sodium nitrate is an odorless powder often used to treat metals as well as in the preservation of meats. When in the human body it can limit oxygen delivery and transport - ingesting it can often cause hypoxia (low levels of oxygen in the body), altered states of consciousness, cyanosis (poor circulation), and death.</p>
<p>Leclair - who had worked as a corporate recruiter before losing his job during the pandemic - had been found guilty on five counts of child sexual assault against one victim - a young girl that he'd raped five times from 2016 to 2018. She was aged between 13 and 17 at the time.</p>
<p>Upon hearing that he'd been found guilty on the first count, Leclair reportedly downed the liquid containing sodium nitrite. Soon afterward he was escorted back to his cell, <a href="https://nypost.com/2023/02/07/pedophile-killed-himself-in-courtroom-by-drinking-sodium-nitrate/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The New York Post</a> detailed.  "As these verdicts were being read, he chugged a bottle of water he had at counsel table," Denton County Assistant District Attorney Jamie Beck told <a href="https://edition.cnn.com/2022/08/12/us/texas-man-dies-drinks-liquid-court/index.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CNN</a> at the time of Leclair's suicide.</p>
<p>"Our investigator noticed him chug the water," he added, saying that the liquid had looked cloudy. "He told the bailiff he might want to go check on him. The bailiff did. He was unconscious in the holding cell [...] Shortly after entering the holdover cell, he started vomiting, and emergency services were called."</p>
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<p>CCTV footage from inside the Denton County Court shows Leclair purchasing a bottle of water from a vending machine outside court at 07:00 AM on the day of his hearing, <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/15/us/texas-man-guilty-sexual-assault-poison.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The New York Times</a> reported.</p>
<p>Prosecutors on the case believe that Leclair had put the toxic powder in his water bottle while the jury deliberated for three and a half hours.</p>
<p>His lawyer Mike Howard had told the Times that his client was facing 100 years in prison and had made a last-minute decision to die by suicide when he realized the severity of his crimes.</p>
<p>"I think he made the decision to do what he did at the last moment [...] Had he waited another 30 seconds, he would have been in sheriff's custody and not had access to that bottled water. He wouldn’t have been able to. So, you know, I think he knew," Howard explained.</p>
<h2>Featured image credit: Mark Strozier / Alamy</h2>


Man took his own life in courtroom as verdict was being read, medical examiner confirms

BBC News has been forced to issue an apology after sharing a photo of <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/viola-davis-secures-an-egot-status-at-2023-grammys" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Viola Davis</a> while covering <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/jay-z-gives-brutally-honest-response-to-beyonce-losing-album-of-the-year-to-harry-styles" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Beyoncé</a>’s historic win at the 2023 Grammy Awards.

On Sunday (February 5) night, the 41-year-old musician achieved record-breaking status after she won four Grammys - including best R&amp;B song for 'Cuff It' and best dance/electronic music album for Renaissance. This took her total Grammy wins to 32, making her the most awarded person ever.

The previous record holder was the late Hungarian-British conductor Georg Solti - who recorded over 40 operas, and over 250 discs - and achieved 31 Grammys throughout his career.

When the news channel reported on the 'Crazy In Love' hitmaker's success, they used a picture of the 57-year-old actress at the Golden Globes earlier this month alongside the headline "Beyonce’s big night".
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out the mishap below: </strong></p>
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Eagle-eyed viewers were quick to call out the mistake on social media, as one person shared a screenshot and wrote: "Who’s gonna tell @BBCNews?"

Others chimed in on the discussion as another person remarked: "I think they do these things deliberately....cos there's no way this 'error' happened in the first place and no way it was missed by everyone."

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However, other viewers claimed that it was a screenshot from a video showing coverage of various Grammy winners - such as Harry Styles and Lizzo - but it had a Beyoncé tagline.

"Guys it’s a still image of a video," wrote one person, while another added: "The text &amp; the positioning of the logo means this was a video probably running as a reel introducing the Grammys."

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Nevertheless, the British broadcaster took it upon itself to apologize to viewers with a groveling statement shared on their social media page, saying it "fell below" their usual standards.

"We apologize for the mistake last night when our news channels briefly showed a photograph of Viola Davis from January’s Golden Globes alongside a headline about Beyoncé at yesterday’s Grammys," they wrote. "This fell below the BBC’s usual standards."
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Read BBC's statement below: </strong></p>
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The Woman King actress was also triumphant on Sunday night as she earned the prestigious EGOT title and became the third Black woman in history to achieve the honor.

Davis scored the Grammy award for Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording for narrating her successful autobiography: Finding Me.

The How To Get Away With Murder actress is now one of 18 stars - including John Legend, Audrey Hepburn, and Jennifer Hudson - who have achieved an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony.

[caption id="attachment_1263193768" align="aligncenter" width="2560"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1263193768" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2N0XM0K-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="1543" /> Viola Davis presents an award during the 65th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California, U.S., February 5, 2023. Credit: REUTERS / Alamy[/caption]

Throughout her stellar career, Davis has won one Emmy (Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for How to Get Away With Murder), two Tonys (Fences and King Hedley II), and one Oscar award (Best Actress in a Supporting Role for Fences).

She's earned four Academy Award nominations so far, which makes her one of the most-nominated African American actresses in history.
<h6>Featured image credit: REUTERS / Alamy</h6>

<p>BBC News has been forced to issue an apology after sharing a photo of <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/viola-davis-secures-an-egot-status-at-2023-grammys" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Viola Davis</a> while covering <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/jay-z-gives-brutally-honest-response-to-beyonce-losing-album-of-the-year-to-harry-styles" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Beyoncé</a>’s historic win at the 2023 Grammy Awards.</p>
<p>On Sunday (February 5) night, the 41-year-old musician achieved record-breaking status after she won four Grammys - including best R&amp;B song for 'Cuff It' and best dance/electronic music album for Renaissance. This took her total Grammy wins to 32, making her the most awarded person ever.</p>
<p>The previous record holder was the late Hungarian-British conductor Georg Solti - who recorded over 40 operas, and over 250 discs - and achieved 31 Grammys throughout his career.</p>
<p>When the news channel reported on the 'Crazy In Love' hitmaker's success, they used a picture of the 57-year-old actress at the Golden Globes earlier this month alongside the headline "Beyonce’s big night".</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out the mishap below: </strong></p>
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<p>Eagle-eyed viewers were quick to call out the mistake on social media, as one person shared a screenshot and wrote: "Who’s gonna tell @BBCNews?"</p>
<p>Others chimed in on the discussion as another person remarked: "I think they do these things deliberately....cos there's no way this 'error' happened in the first place and no way it was missed by everyone."</p>
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<p>However, other viewers claimed that it was a screenshot from a video showing coverage of various Grammy winners - such as Harry Styles and Lizzo - but it had a Beyoncé tagline.</p>
<p>"Guys it’s a still image of a video," wrote one person, while another added: "The text &amp; the positioning of the logo means this was a video probably running as a reel introducing the Grammys."</p>
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<p>Nevertheless, the British broadcaster took it upon itself to apologize to viewers with a groveling statement shared on their social media page, saying it "fell below" their usual standards.</p>
<p>"We apologize for the mistake last night when our news channels briefly showed a photograph of Viola Davis from January’s Golden Globes alongside a headline about Beyoncé at yesterday’s Grammys," they wrote. "This fell below the BBC’s usual standards."</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Read BBC's statement below: </strong></p>
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            </figure>
<p>The Woman King actress was also triumphant on Sunday night as she earned the prestigious EGOT title and became the third Black woman in history to achieve the honor.</p>
<p>Davis scored the Grammy award for Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording for narrating her successful autobiography: Finding Me.</p>
<p>The How To Get Away With Murder actress is now one of 18 stars - including John Legend, Audrey Hepburn, and Jennifer Hudson - who have achieved an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony.</p>
<figure>
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 Viola Davis presents an award during the 65th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California, U.S., February 5, 2023. Credit: REUTERS / Alamy</h1>
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<p>Throughout her stellar career, Davis has won one Emmy (Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for How to Get Away With Murder), two Tonys (Fences and King Hedley II), and one Oscar award (Best Actress in a Supporting Role for Fences).</p>
<p>She's earned four Academy Award nominations so far, which makes her one of the most-nominated African American actresses in history.</p>
<h2>Featured image credit: REUTERS / Alamy</h2>


BBC News forced to apologize after using picture of Viola Davis instead of Beyoncé

A school principal who was allegedly shot dead in a reported murder-suicide is claimed to have made a distressed call to her sister moments before she died.

Emma Pattinson, 45, was the principal of Epsom College and had begun working there at the start of the academic year in September 2022.

<a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/school-principal-found-dead-on-school-grounds-with-daughter-7-and-husband">Emma was found dead</a> at the school on Sunday morning, along with her 39-year-old husband George, and their seven-year-old daughter Lettie, per <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-64533429" target="_blank" rel="noopener">BBC News</a>.

<a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2023/02/06/rifle-range-cordoned-death-epsom-college-head-emma-pattison/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Telegraph</a> reported that gunshots were heard before the three bodies were discovered, which prompted other staff at the school to call for the emergency services.

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Further reports from BBC News say the evidence indicates that George murdered his wife and child before taking his own life in what is now believed to be a <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/school-principal-husband-and-daughter-7-believed-to-have-died-in-murder-suicide">murder-suicide</a>.

Police have confirmed that a firearm licensed and registered to George was discovered at the scene, with a routine phone call being made to the 39-year-old to update the address on his license just days before the tragedy occurred.

It is now understood that Emma made a frantic phone call to her sister just minutes before losing her life, as reported by the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11724089/Epsom-College-head-teacher-anguished-call-sister-minutes-daughter-shot-dead.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daily Mail</a>.

The call to Deborah Kirk and her husband alarmed the family, causing them to drive to Surrey in a state of panic, but tragically when they arrived the family of three had already died.

Acting headmaster Paul Williams said: "Now is a time for families to come together and try and process this shocking news," before adding that parents of students at the school should keep a "close eye" on their children.

"The impact on your children cannot be underestimated and we are doing everything we possibly can to support them in whatever way they need," he continued.

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Detective Chief Inspector Kimball Edey said: "This is an incredibly traumatic incident and we are working around the clock to investigate and understand the exact circumstances which led to this point.

"We understand the public concern and upset, and we will clarify what we can when we can, while respecting the right to a level of privacy for the families of those who have lost their lives."

Emma made history by becoming the first female principal at Epsom College and received praise in her short time there for her leadership skills.

Sources suggested to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11724089/Epsom-College-head-teacher-anguished-call-sister-minutes-daughter-shot-dead.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daily Mail</a> that Emma and George had been living separately in the last few months as they waited for the sale of their house to be finalized.

"I wasn't sure if anybody had actually moved out because I'd seen George quite recently," the source said. "I saw him in the run-up to Christmas. He was by himself, Emma and Lettie were not with him."

The school will remain closed until after the half-term break, and an official cause of death is yet to be released.
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<p>A school principal who was allegedly shot dead in a reported murder-suicide is claimed to have made a distressed call to her sister moments before she died.</p>
<p>Emma Pattinson, 45, was the principal of Epsom College and had begun working there at the start of the academic year in September 2022.</p>
<p><a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/school-principal-found-dead-on-school-grounds-with-daughter-7-and-husband">Emma was found dead</a> at the school on Sunday morning, along with her 39-year-old husband George, and their seven-year-old daughter Lettie, per <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-64533429" target="_blank" rel="noopener">BBC News</a>.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2023/02/06/rifle-range-cordoned-death-epsom-college-head-emma-pattison/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Telegraph</a> reported that gunshots were heard before the three bodies were discovered, which prompted other staff at the school to call for the emergency services.</p>
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<p>Further reports from BBC News say the evidence indicates that George murdered his wife and child before taking his own life in what is now believed to be a <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/school-principal-husband-and-daughter-7-believed-to-have-died-in-murder-suicide">murder-suicide</a>.</p>
<p>Police have confirmed that a firearm licensed and registered to George was discovered at the scene, with a routine phone call being made to the 39-year-old to update the address on his license just days before the tragedy occurred.</p>
<p>It is now understood that Emma made a frantic phone call to her sister just minutes before losing her life, as reported by the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11724089/Epsom-College-head-teacher-anguished-call-sister-minutes-daughter-shot-dead.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daily Mail</a>.</p>
<p>The call to Deborah Kirk and her husband alarmed the family, causing them to drive to Surrey in a state of panic, but tragically when they arrived the family of three had already died.</p>
<p>Acting headmaster Paul Williams said: "Now is a time for families to come together and try and process this shocking news," before adding that parents of students at the school should keep a "close eye" on their children.</p>
<p>"The impact on your children cannot be underestimated and we are doing everything we possibly can to support them in whatever way they need," he continued.</p>
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<p>Detective Chief Inspector Kimball Edey said: "This is an incredibly traumatic incident and we are working around the clock to investigate and understand the exact circumstances which led to this point.</p>
<p>"We understand the public concern and upset, and we will clarify what we can when we can, while respecting the right to a level of privacy for the families of those who have lost their lives."</p>
<p>Emma made history by becoming the first female principal at Epsom College and received praise in her short time there for her leadership skills.</p>
<p>Sources suggested to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11724089/Epsom-College-head-teacher-anguished-call-sister-minutes-daughter-shot-dead.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daily Mail</a> that Emma and George had been living separately in the last few months as they waited for the sale of their house to be finalized.</p>
<p>"I wasn't sure if anybody had actually moved out because I'd seen George quite recently," the source said. "I saw him in the run-up to Christmas. He was by himself, Emma and Lettie were not with him."</p>
<p>The school will remain closed until after the half-term break, and an official cause of death is yet to be released.</p>
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School principal 'made distressed call' moments before allegedly being shot dead

Ashton Kutcher has finally spoken out after he became the subject of many memes following a press photocall with co-star Reese Witherspoon.

Reese and Ashton have been on the promo tour for their new movie Your Place or Mine, but their red carpet photos together ended up stealing the limelight.

The pair posed for photos with their other co-stars as well as some of the two of them together to promote the new Netflix romcom - but their "awkward" energy as they stood next to one another soon captivated fans.

Ashton was seen standing as far away from Reese as he possibly could - often with his hands in his pockets - while she also avoided touching him and had her hands clasped in front of her or on her hip.

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Of course, fans were quick to meme the photos as they dropped, commenting: "I have been laughing all day at the Your Place or Mine premiere/press photos."

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Another added: "need to know what happened on set…. I’m actually losing my mind at the second and third photos."

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A third joked: "Omg in the second photo it looks like they're in two separate places and they copy and pasted them together in photoshop."

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Thankfully, Ashton has now explained exactly why the pair of them looked so awkward in one another's company, revealing that it was his wife Mila Kunis that pointed it out to him first.

He said on the <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@chicksintheoffice/video/7197263248746450222">Chicks in the Office</a> podcast: "I did not see it. My wife called me. She texted Reese and I together and said, ‘Guys, you gotta, like... act like you like each other.'"

Explaining why he stood on practically a different continent to Reese in the photos, Ashton added: "Here’s the thing: if I put my arm around her, and was like all friendly with her, I’d be having an affair with her. Like, the rumor would be that I’m having an affair with her.

"If I stand next to her and put my hands in my pockets, so there’s no chance that that could be the rumor, the rumor is we don’t like each other.

"Reese and I are really good friends, we’re really close. I don’t have to defend that."

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Ashton also added that he can struggle with red carpet photocalls at the best of times because he is hard of hearing in one ear, so finds photographers calling his name from all different directions overwhelming.

"I can’t hear very well, ‘cause I’m hard of hearing in one ear and can only hear out of the other, I don’t know who’s calling my name, but I know there’s a lot of people yelling, 'Reese! Ashton! Over here!'

"If you’re gonna tell me, in that entire 20-minute period, at one point you’re not gonna have an awkward face on, then you’re better than I am and I’m cool with that."

Fair enough.

Your Place Or Mine will be available on Netflix from February 10.
<h6>Featured image credit: <span id="automationThirdPartyAgencyName">MediaPunch Inc</span> / Alamy</h6>

<p>Ashton Kutcher has finally spoken out after he became the subject of many memes following a press photocall with co-star Reese Witherspoon.</p>
<p>Reese and Ashton have been on the promo tour for their new movie Your Place or Mine, but their red carpet photos together ended up stealing the limelight.</p>
<p>The pair posed for photos with their other co-stars as well as some of the two of them together to promote the new Netflix romcom - but their "awkward" energy as they stood next to one another soon captivated fans.</p>
<p>Ashton was seen standing as far away from Reese as he possibly could - often with his hands in his pockets - while she also avoided touching him and had her hands clasped in front of her or on her hip.</p>
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<p>Of course, fans were quick to meme the photos as they dropped, commenting: "I have been laughing all day at the Your Place or Mine premiere/press photos."</p>
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<p>Another added: "need to know what happened on set…. I’m actually losing my mind at the second and third photos."</p>
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<p>A third joked: "Omg in the second photo it looks like they're in two separate places and they copy and pasted them together in photoshop."</p>
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<p>Thankfully, Ashton has now explained exactly why the pair of them looked so awkward in one another's company, revealing that it was his wife Mila Kunis that pointed it out to him first.</p>
<p>He said on the <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@chicksintheoffice/video/7197263248746450222">Chicks in the Office</a> podcast: "I did not see it. My wife called me. She texted Reese and I together and said, ‘Guys, you gotta, like... act like you like each other.'"</p>
<p>Explaining why he stood on practically a different continent to Reese in the photos, Ashton added: "Here’s the thing: if I put my arm around her, and was like all friendly with her, I’d be having an affair with her. Like, the rumor would be that I’m having an affair with her.</p>
<p>"If I stand next to her and put my hands in my pockets, so there’s no chance that that could be the rumor, the rumor is we don’t like each other.</p>
<p>"Reese and I are really good friends, we’re really close. I don’t have to defend that."</p>
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<p>Ashton also added that he can struggle with red carpet photocalls at the best of times because he is hard of hearing in one ear, so finds photographers calling his name from all different directions overwhelming.</p>
<p>"I can’t hear very well, ‘cause I’m hard of hearing in one ear and can only hear out of the other, I don’t know who’s calling my name, but I know there’s a lot of people yelling, 'Reese! Ashton! Over here!'</p>
<p>"If you’re gonna tell me, in that entire 20-minute period, at one point you’re not gonna have an awkward face on, then you’re better than I am and I’m cool with that."</p>
<p>Fair enough.</p>
<p>Your Place Or Mine will be available on Netflix from February 10.</p>
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Ashton Kutcher explains why he and Reese Witherspoon look so awkward on red carpet photos together

Madonna has had <em>enough.</em>

The star called out trolls who made fun of her looks following her appearance at the 65th installment of the Grammys.

On Sunday night, the 64-year-old icon took to the Grammys stage to introduce <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/sam-smiths-raunchy-new-music-video-sparks-debate-about-age-restrictions">Sam Smith</a> and <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/kim-petras-becomes-first-openly-trans-woman-to-win-grammy-award-for-best-pop-duo">Kim Petras</a> before their <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/people-think-sam-smith-was-worshiping-the-devil-during-grammys-performance">'Unholy' performance</a>.

It didn't take long for social media users to start commenting about Madonna's looks as she made her announcement.

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The comments ranged from some people discussing how toxic beauty standards have affected the 'Material Girl' singer to others just flat-out giving their opinions about her "new face."

"Me attempting to ignore the fact that Madonna has a whole new face," said one user, while another cruelly added: "@Madonna I am shocked by how ugly you are. You are the most revolting, disgusting old lady I’ve ever seen in my life. I have NEVER seen a senior citizen who repulses me in the ways you do. As you near your elderly death, I hope decomposition fixes what’s wrong with your face."

A third even compared her to a muppet character, questioning "What in the fudge has Madonna done to her face?"

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However, others came to defend Madonna, stating that the changes we see in her stem from harmful beauty standards in an industry where "youth", especially for women, is idolized.

"To the people who judge Madonna’s appearance, saying she has destroyed her face — or their mum looks better at age 64 — are perfectly proving why women feel the need to have cosmetic surgery in the first place," Dr Charlotte Proudman wrote.

And another Twitter user also agreed with the stance, writing: "I feel sorry for women whose careers were tied to their youth and beauty. Madonna’s face looks like a mess to us, but I can only imagine what happened to her emotionally when she started to age. We don’t really let famous women— known for their youth, sexuality or beauty— age."

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Now, Madonna herself has addressed the issue.

Taking to Instagram, the 64-year-old published a lengthy statement fuelled with passion as she stated that she wouldn't let anyone "break her soul."

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She started her caption by saying what an honor it was to "present the first trans- woman performing at the Grammys" before the tone turned serious.

"Instead of focusing on what I said in my speech which was about giving thanks for the fearlessness of artists like Sam and Kim- Many people chose to only talk about Close-up photos of me Taken with a long lens camera By a press photographer that Would distort anyone’s face!!"

She continued: "Once again I am caught in the glare of ageism and misogyny That permeates the world we live in.
A world that refuses to celebrate women past the age of 45 And feels the need to punish her If she continues to be strong willed, hard-working and adventurous."

Madonna then stated that she's never "had to apologize" for any of the creative choices she's made in her career, and she isn't about to start now.

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"I have been degraded by the media since the beginning of my career but I understand that this is all a test and I am happy to do the trailblazing so that all the women behind me can have an easier time in the years to come.
In the words of Beyonce 'You-won’t break my soul.'"

The star concluded her post by emphasizing that she will continue to push boundaries and stand up to the patriarchy, but most of all, she'll be focused on "enjoying [her] life."

And she isn't Madonna if she isn't signing off with a classic "Bow down b******," is she?

If she had a mic to drop, that would have been the moment to do so.
<h6>Featured Image Credit: REUTERS / Alamy</h6>

<p>Madonna has had <em>enough.</em></p>
<p>The star called out trolls who made fun of her looks following her appearance at the 65th installment of the Grammys.</p>
<p>On Sunday night, the 64-year-old icon took to the Grammys stage to introduce <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/sam-smiths-raunchy-new-music-video-sparks-debate-about-age-restrictions">Sam Smith</a> and <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/kim-petras-becomes-first-openly-trans-woman-to-win-grammy-award-for-best-pop-duo">Kim Petras</a> before their <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/people-think-sam-smith-was-worshiping-the-devil-during-grammys-performance">'Unholy' performance</a>.</p>
<p>It didn't take long for social media users to start commenting about Madonna's looks as she made her announcement.</p>
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<p>The comments ranged from some people discussing how toxic beauty standards have affected the 'Material Girl' singer to others just flat-out giving their opinions about her "new face."</p>
<p>"Me attempting to ignore the fact that Madonna has a whole new face," said one user, while another cruelly added: "@Madonna I am shocked by how ugly you are. You are the most revolting, disgusting old lady I’ve ever seen in my life. I have NEVER seen a senior citizen who repulses me in the ways you do. As you near your elderly death, I hope decomposition fixes what’s wrong with your face."</p>
<p>A third even compared her to a muppet character, questioning "What in the fudge has Madonna done to her face?"</p>
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<p>However, others came to defend Madonna, stating that the changes we see in her stem from harmful beauty standards in an industry where "youth", especially for women, is idolized.</p>
<p>"To the people who judge Madonna’s appearance, saying she has destroyed her face — or their mum looks better at age 64 — are perfectly proving why women feel the need to have cosmetic surgery in the first place," Dr Charlotte Proudman wrote.</p>
<p>And another Twitter user also agreed with the stance, writing: "I feel sorry for women whose careers were tied to their youth and beauty. Madonna’s face looks like a mess to us, but I can only imagine what happened to her emotionally when she started to age. We don’t really let famous women— known for their youth, sexuality or beauty— age."</p>
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<p>Now, Madonna herself has addressed the issue.</p>
<p>Taking to Instagram, the 64-year-old published a lengthy statement fuelled with passion as she stated that she wouldn't let anyone "break her soul."</p>
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<p>She started her caption by saying what an honor it was to "present the first trans- woman performing at the Grammys" before the tone turned serious.</p>
<p>"Instead of focusing on what I said in my speech which was about giving thanks for the fearlessness of artists like Sam and Kim- Many people chose to only talk about Close-up photos of me Taken with a long lens camera By a press photographer that Would distort anyone’s face!!"</p>
<p>She continued: "Once again I am caught in the glare of ageism and misogyny That permeates the world we live in.<br />
A world that refuses to celebrate women past the age of 45 And feels the need to punish her If she continues to be strong willed, hard-working and adventurous."</p>
<p>Madonna then stated that she's never "had to apologize" for any of the creative choices she's made in her career, and she isn't about to start now.</p>
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<p>"I have been degraded by the media since the beginning of my career but I understand that this is all a test and I am happy to do the trailblazing so that all the women behind me can have an easier time in the years to come.<br />
In the words of Beyonce 'You-won’t break my soul.'"</p>
<p>The star concluded her post by emphasizing that she will continue to push boundaries and stand up to the patriarchy, but most of all, she'll be focused on "enjoying [her] life."</p>
<p>And she isn't Madonna if she isn't signing off with a classic "Bow down b******," is she?</p>
<p>If she had a mic to drop, that would have been the moment to do so.</p>
<h2>Featured Image Credit: REUTERS / Alamy</h2>


Madonna slams trolls who made fun of her appearance at Grammys

A mom has issued a warning to fellow parents about a little-known condition after her son ended up in the <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/survivor-premiere-ends-in-disaster-as-two-contestants-are-hospitalized" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hospital.</a>

As reported by <a href="https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-02-07/byron-shire-boy-hospitalised-after-juicing-limes/101940330?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=sf264054873&amp;utm_campaign=abc_news&amp;utm_source=m.facebook.com&amp;sf264054873=1&amp;fbclid=IwAR2rDq46dPVwNFpr0hGgXMbSedgq20FaQTjPmSKz5aNhpptyY2FbVsGdknU">ABC.net.au</a>, an eight-year-old boy named Otis Kerr was squeezing limes picked from a tree outside his home at Ocean Shores, north of Byron Bay in Australia.

Unfortunately, a few days later he was sent to the hospital after his mother, Catherine Kerr, spotted enormous blisters on his tiny arms.

"They were asking me if he'd had contact with anything unusual, and I just did not think to say limes," Catherine said, as cited by the <a href="https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-02-07/byron-shire-boy-hospitalised-after-juicing-limes/101940330?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=sf264054873&amp;utm_campaign=abc_news&amp;utm_source=m.facebook.com&amp;sf264054873=1&amp;fbclid=IwAR2rDq46dPVwNFpr0hGgXMbSedgq20FaQTjPmSKz5aNhpptyY2FbVsGdknU">publication</a>. "I felt quite silly not realizing."
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Read the mother's post below: </strong></p>
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Otis was initially taken to the Tweed Heads Hospital and was diagnosed with contact dermatitis - which is an itchy rash caused by direct contact with a substance or an allergic reaction to it, per <a href="https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/contact-dermatitis/symptoms-causes/syc-20352742">Mayo Clinic</a>.

The young boy was sent home after his medical appointment but a few days later, he found that the blisters continued to spread on his arm. He was soon rushed to Byron Central Hospital.

"It was a nurse there that had seen a case, I think the week before, and she was able to tell straight away that it was what's called margarita burns," the mother explained. "I just had no idea that limes and exposure to sunlight was capable of doing something like that."

Byron Bay dermatologist Hsien Herbert-Chan spoke about the incident and said that the condition - which is known as margarita burns - appears after chemicals discovered in certain fruits and vegetables strongly respond to the sun's rays.

"Limes contain chemicals called furocoumarins, which, when exposed to UV - particularly UV-A radiation - will damage the skin," the dermatologist shared, per the <a href="https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-02-07/byron-shire-boy-hospitalised-after-juicing-limes/101940330?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=sf264054873&amp;utm_campaign=abc_news&amp;utm_source=m.facebook.com&amp;sf264054873=1&amp;fbclid=IwAR2rDq46dPVwNFpr0hGgXMbSedgq20FaQTjPmSKz5aNhpptyY2FbVsGdknU">outlet</a>.

"So people can be exposed to limes indoors and they won't get a reaction, but if they do go outside they will develop a phototoxic reaction," he added.

[caption id="attachment_1263193690" align="aligncenter" width="2560"]<img class="wp-image-1263193690 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/BHA8XF-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="1707" /> Sliced limes. Credit: <span id="automationNormalName">L A Heusinkveld</span> / Alamy[/caption]

Dr. Herbert-Chan also revealed that he noticed that some patients at the hospital experienced the same infection after making homemade bleach with citrus.

"It can be a very painful condition," he remarked. "Blisters start forming pretty quickly, within minutes of exposure to radiation, but the maximum number of blisters takes about two days."

The doctor cautioned that the sore reaction could easily be dodged by washing your hands after touching the chemicals or by staying indoors.

Furthermore, Catherine disclosed that Otis is on the road to a full recovery after his devastating incident and said that he is coping with the blisters "well".

"He's dealing with it really well, I think he's most upset about missing his nippers and swimming carnival," she said. "But he was obviously in quite a bit of pain when we had to spend the night in hospital."

However, the mother also wants her son's story to serve as a reminder for other parents to be careful if their children are playing with limes - especially outdoors.
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<p>A mom has issued a warning to fellow parents about a little-known condition after her son ended up in the <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/survivor-premiere-ends-in-disaster-as-two-contestants-are-hospitalized" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hospital.</a></p>
<p>As reported by <a href="https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-02-07/byron-shire-boy-hospitalised-after-juicing-limes/101940330?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=sf264054873&amp;utm_campaign=abc_news&amp;utm_source=m.facebook.com&amp;sf264054873=1&amp;fbclid=IwAR2rDq46dPVwNFpr0hGgXMbSedgq20FaQTjPmSKz5aNhpptyY2FbVsGdknU">ABC.net.au</a>, an eight-year-old boy named Otis Kerr was squeezing limes picked from a tree outside his home at Ocean Shores, north of Byron Bay in Australia.</p>
<p>Unfortunately, a few days later he was sent to the hospital after his mother, Catherine Kerr, spotted enormous blisters on his tiny arms.</p>
<p>"They were asking me if he'd had contact with anything unusual, and I just did not think to say limes," Catherine said, as cited by the <a href="https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-02-07/byron-shire-boy-hospitalised-after-juicing-limes/101940330?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=sf264054873&amp;utm_campaign=abc_news&amp;utm_source=m.facebook.com&amp;sf264054873=1&amp;fbclid=IwAR2rDq46dPVwNFpr0hGgXMbSedgq20FaQTjPmSKz5aNhpptyY2FbVsGdknU">publication</a>. "I felt quite silly not realizing."</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Read the mother's post below: </strong></p>
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<p>Otis was initially taken to the Tweed Heads Hospital and was diagnosed with contact dermatitis - which is an itchy rash caused by direct contact with a substance or an allergic reaction to it, per <a href="https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/contact-dermatitis/symptoms-causes/syc-20352742">Mayo Clinic</a>.</p>
<p>The young boy was sent home after his medical appointment but a few days later, he found that the blisters continued to spread on his arm. He was soon rushed to Byron Central Hospital.</p>
<p>"It was a nurse there that had seen a case, I think the week before, and she was able to tell straight away that it was what's called margarita burns," the mother explained. "I just had no idea that limes and exposure to sunlight was capable of doing something like that."</p>
<p>Byron Bay dermatologist Hsien Herbert-Chan spoke about the incident and said that the condition - which is known as margarita burns - appears after chemicals discovered in certain fruits and vegetables strongly respond to the sun's rays.</p>
<p>"Limes contain chemicals called furocoumarins, which, when exposed to UV - particularly UV-A radiation - will damage the skin," the dermatologist shared, per the <a href="https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-02-07/byron-shire-boy-hospitalised-after-juicing-limes/101940330?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=sf264054873&amp;utm_campaign=abc_news&amp;utm_source=m.facebook.com&amp;sf264054873=1&amp;fbclid=IwAR2rDq46dPVwNFpr0hGgXMbSedgq20FaQTjPmSKz5aNhpptyY2FbVsGdknU">outlet</a>.</p>
<p>"So people can be exposed to limes indoors and they won't get a reaction, but if they do go outside they will develop a phototoxic reaction," he added.</p>
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<p>Dr. Herbert-Chan also revealed that he noticed that some patients at the hospital experienced the same infection after making homemade bleach with citrus.</p>
<p>"It can be a very painful condition," he remarked. "Blisters start forming pretty quickly, within minutes of exposure to radiation, but the maximum number of blisters takes about two days."</p>
<p>The doctor cautioned that the sore reaction could easily be dodged by washing your hands after touching the chemicals or by staying indoors.</p>
<p>Furthermore, Catherine disclosed that Otis is on the road to a full recovery after his devastating incident and said that he is coping with the blisters "well".</p>
<p>"He's dealing with it really well, I think he's most upset about missing his nippers and swimming carnival," she said. "But he was obviously in quite a bit of pain when we had to spend the night in hospital."</p>
<p>However, the mother also wants her son's story to serve as a reminder for other parents to be careful if their children are playing with limes - especially outdoors.</p>
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Boy, 8, left hospitalized with painful burns after handling fruit

It is nearing two weeks since missing mom Nicola Bulley went missing and a specialist search diver is saying that it is practically impossible that she's in the sea.

Law enforcement searching for <a href="https://vt.co/news/haunting-video-captures-nicola-bulleys-movements-before-she-vanished">45-year-old Nicola Bulley</a> turned their attention to the sea after an expert dive squad was unable to find her in the River Wyre.

This comes as police ruled out any foul play in the case.

<a href="https://vt.co/news/nicola-bulleys-final-text-revealed-before-dog-walker-mysteriously-disappeared">Bulley was last seen on a dog walk in St Michael's on Wyre</a>, near her home in Inskip, Lancashire, on the morning of January 27. She had just dropped her two daughters off at school.

This week, independent underwater forensic experts Specialist Group International were drafted in amid the large-scale search effort to find her.

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Speaking to <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/nicola-bulley-unlikely-found-river-29159328">The Mirror</a>, dive expert and chief of the aforementioned organization, Peter Faulding, said his team's sonar would have been able to find Bulley in less than an hour if she were in the river. Despite <a href="https://vt.co/news/missing-mother-nicola-bulley-believed-to-have-fallen-in-river-police-say">police saying they believe she fell in the river</a>, he said it was unlikely.

Speaking to <a href="https://www.gbnews.uk/news/nicola-bulley-diver-announces-plans-for-new-search-in-previously-overlooked-area-after-being-left-baffled-by-disappearance/437871">GB News,</a> he also said it is "unlikely" she will be found in the sea.

He said: "We've been using the high frequency side scan sonar in this stretch today and it's so detailed I can even see every stone of it. She's not in this stretch.

"We also sonar-ed on the other side down yesterday in the tidal river. Now if you take a football on a tidal river…when the tide goes out the the ball will go down the stream and then as soon as the tide turns it will come back in again. It'll end up back at the same place.

"For Nicola to get out to the sea would be impossible, literally, it is such a long way."

[caption id="attachment_1263192954" align="aligncenter" width="1535"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1263192954" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/police.jpg" alt="" width="1535" height="800" /> Officers from Lancashire Police searching for Nicola Bulley. Credit: PA Images / Alamy[/caption]

Faulding also referred to this particular missing person case as "baffling," telling <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fpJzpi0UNE">TalkTV</a>: "After 25 years of doing this kind of work, after hundreds of cases, I am well and truly baffled.

"When people drown they generally go down where they are. We normally find them within five to ten metres of where they went down even after a few days.

"This is the most baffling case that I have ever worked on. The police have nothing to go on. All they have is a mobile phone at the moment and they said it could possibly be a decoy."
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<p>It is nearing two weeks since missing mom Nicola Bulley went missing and a specialist search diver is saying that it is practically impossible that she's in the sea.</p>
<p>Law enforcement searching for <a href="https://vt.co/news/haunting-video-captures-nicola-bulleys-movements-before-she-vanished">45-year-old Nicola Bulley</a> turned their attention to the sea after an expert dive squad was unable to find her in the River Wyre.</p>
<p>This comes as police ruled out any foul play in the case.</p>
<p><a href="https://vt.co/news/nicola-bulleys-final-text-revealed-before-dog-walker-mysteriously-disappeared">Bulley was last seen on a dog walk in St Michael's on Wyre</a>, near her home in Inskip, Lancashire, on the morning of January 27. She had just dropped her two daughters off at school.</p>
<p>This week, independent underwater forensic experts Specialist Group International were drafted in amid the large-scale search effort to find her.</p>
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<p>Speaking to <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/nicola-bulley-unlikely-found-river-29159328">The Mirror</a>, dive expert and chief of the aforementioned organization, Peter Faulding, said his team's sonar would have been able to find Bulley in less than an hour if she were in the river. Despite <a href="https://vt.co/news/missing-mother-nicola-bulley-believed-to-have-fallen-in-river-police-say">police saying they believe she fell in the river</a>, he said it was unlikely.</p>
<p>Speaking to <a href="https://www.gbnews.uk/news/nicola-bulley-diver-announces-plans-for-new-search-in-previously-overlooked-area-after-being-left-baffled-by-disappearance/437871">GB News,</a> he also said it is "unlikely" she will be found in the sea.</p>
<p>He said: "We've been using the high frequency side scan sonar in this stretch today and it's so detailed I can even see every stone of it. She's not in this stretch.</p>
<p>"We also sonar-ed on the other side down yesterday in the tidal river. Now if you take a football on a tidal river…when the tide goes out the the ball will go down the stream and then as soon as the tide turns it will come back in again. It'll end up back at the same place.</p>
<p>"For Nicola to get out to the sea would be impossible, literally, it is such a long way."</p>
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<p>Faulding also referred to this particular missing person case as "baffling," telling <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fpJzpi0UNE">TalkTV</a>: "After 25 years of doing this kind of work, after hundreds of cases, I am well and truly baffled.</p>
<p>"When people drown they generally go down where they are. We normally find them within five to ten metres of where they went down even after a few days.</p>
<p>"This is the most baffling case that I have ever worked on. The police have nothing to go on. All they have is a mobile phone at the moment and they said it could possibly be a decoy."</p>
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Expert diver says it's 'impossible' missing mom Nicola Bulley is in the sea

The police have reiterated their belief that <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/baffled-expert-hunting-for-missing-nicola-bulley-fears-her-phone-was-decoy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nicola Bulley</a> fell into a river as rescuers remain unable to find her.

The <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/missing-mother-nicola-bulley-believed-to-have-fallen-in-river-police-say" target="_blank" rel="noopener">missing mother-of-two</a> disappeared on January 27 when she was walking her dog Willow near the River Wyre in St Michael’s on Wyre, Lancashire.

The 45-year-old mortgage adviser had just dropped <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/missing-moms-daughters-cried-their-eyes-out-after-being-told-their-mommys-lost" target="_blank" rel="noopener">her children</a> - aged six and nine - off at school and had logged on to a Microsoft Teams call at around 09:00 AM.

The call concluded at around 09:30AM but Bulley's phone remained logged on. Around one hour later, a passerby saw her distressed dog alone as well as her mobile device and harness on a bench next to the river.

[caption id="attachment_1263193731" align="aligncenter" width="1535"]<img class="wp-image-1263193731 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/Nicole-Bulley-RT2.jpg" alt="" width="1535" height="800" /> Flowers left by a missing sign for Nicola Bulley. Credit: PA Images / Alamy[/caption]

Bulley's disappearance has stunned the United Kingdom as it has been 11 days now and search teams are unable to find her, and the details surrounding what happened to her remain unclear.

The Lancashire police attempted to trace the missing woman by working with the coastguard, fire service, and underwater search experts Specialist Group International to <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/police-search-river-and-seal-off-scene-in-hunt-for-missing-dog-walker-nicola-bulley" target="_blank" rel="noopener">search the river</a> and riverbank using sonar, pole cameras, and underwater drones.

Officers also followed 500 lines of inquiry, contacted 700 motorists in the area on January 27, as well as analyzing data from Bulley's Fitbit smartwatch, per <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-64548395">BBC News</a>.

According to <a href="https://inews.co.uk/news/nicola-bulley-police-update-missing-woman-fell-river-experts-2134052">iNews</a>, Superintendent Sally Riley emphasized at a press conference that they do think that Bulley fell into the river, saying: "It does remain our belief that Nicola sadly fell into the river and this is a missing person inquiry."

"Any information that comes in that indicates otherwise is being checked out. We’re not closed in any way to any particular line of inquiry and we remain genuinely open to that," she added.

[caption id="attachment_1263193726" align="aligncenter" width="1535"]<img class="wp-image-1263193726 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/Nicole-Bulley-RT.jpg" alt="" width="1535" height="800" /> Police officers on the River Wyre, in St Michael's on Wyre, Lancashire. Credit: PA Images / Alamy[/caption]

The <a href="https://inews.co.uk/news/nicola-bulley-police-update-missing-woman-fell-river-experts-2134052">outlet</a> shared that Peter Faulding of Specialist Group International (SGI) stated that Bulley's case is the most uncommon one he has seen during his time on the force as most victims that drown are discovered close to where they enter the water.

He told the <a href="https://inews.co.uk/news/nicola-bulley-police-update-missing-woman-fell-river-experts-2134052">publication</a> that if law enforcement doesn’t find her today "it’s a very difficult one," because "in my view, if she went in where we found the phone, then potentially she would have been found by the police team by now".

However, Riley explained at a press conference that while she is grateful for Fauding's assistance, he "isn’t included within all the investigation detail, any more than members of the public".

She explained that based on surveillance and dashcam footage surrounding all entrance points from the place where Bulley vanished: "We can say with confidence that Nicola remained in the riverside area."

"I understand that this is frustrating for those observing the investigation when the river has been searched and Nicola has not been found," she stressed. "That does not mean, however, that Nicola was not in the river at some point due to the tidal flow of the river."

The police repeated that the river is "a complex area to search" because it's "a fast-flowing moving water that is tidal in parts," adding: "as they are tidal we have researched them to ensure that nothing has been washed back into those searched areas," per <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-64548395">BBC News</a>.

[caption id="attachment_1263193730" align="aligncenter" width="1535"]<img class="wp-image-1263193730 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/Nicole-Bulley-RT1.jpg" alt="" width="1535" height="800" /> Police near the bench where Nicola Bulley's phone was found. Credit: PA Images / Alamy[/caption]

In addition to the press conference, the <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-64548395">publication</a> revealed that detectives slammed amateur sleuths for reportedly breaking into properties near where the mom-of-two was last seen.

"There are some properties along the riverside which are empty or derelict and while it may be well-intentioned that people think that could be a line of inquiry, I would ask them to desist from doing that," she said, as noted by the outlet.

The superintendent has also called on people to not share "distressing" hypotheses about what may have happened to Bulley as it heavily affects her family and friends.

The missing woman's friend Heather Gibbons told the <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-64548395">outlet</a> that the unsubstantiated rumors about the disappearance had been difficult for the family and the number of people arriving in the area had made it feel like a "tourist spot".

Our thoughts continue to be with Bulley's family and friends at this time.
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<p>The police have reiterated their belief that <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/baffled-expert-hunting-for-missing-nicola-bulley-fears-her-phone-was-decoy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nicola Bulley</a> fell into a river as rescuers remain unable to find her.</p>
<p>The <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/missing-mother-nicola-bulley-believed-to-have-fallen-in-river-police-say" target="_blank" rel="noopener">missing mother-of-two</a> disappeared on January 27 when she was walking her dog Willow near the River Wyre in St Michael’s on Wyre, Lancashire.</p>
<p>The 45-year-old mortgage adviser had just dropped <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/missing-moms-daughters-cried-their-eyes-out-after-being-told-their-mommys-lost" target="_blank" rel="noopener">her children</a> - aged six and nine - off at school and had logged on to a Microsoft Teams call at around 09:00 AM.</p>
<p>The call concluded at around 09:30AM but Bulley's phone remained logged on. Around one hour later, a passerby saw her distressed dog alone as well as her mobile device and harness on a bench next to the river.</p>
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<p>Bulley's disappearance has stunned the United Kingdom as it has been 11 days now and search teams are unable to find her, and the details surrounding what happened to her remain unclear.</p>
<p>The Lancashire police attempted to trace the missing woman by working with the coastguard, fire service, and underwater search experts Specialist Group International to <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/police-search-river-and-seal-off-scene-in-hunt-for-missing-dog-walker-nicola-bulley" target="_blank" rel="noopener">search the river</a> and riverbank using sonar, pole cameras, and underwater drones.</p>
<p>Officers also followed 500 lines of inquiry, contacted 700 motorists in the area on January 27, as well as analyzing data from Bulley's Fitbit smartwatch, per <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-64548395">BBC News</a>.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://inews.co.uk/news/nicola-bulley-police-update-missing-woman-fell-river-experts-2134052">iNews</a>, Superintendent Sally Riley emphasized at a press conference that they do think that Bulley fell into the river, saying: "It does remain our belief that Nicola sadly fell into the river and this is a missing person inquiry."</p>
<p>"Any information that comes in that indicates otherwise is being checked out. We’re not closed in any way to any particular line of inquiry and we remain genuinely open to that," she added.</p>
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 Police officers on the River Wyre, in St Michael's on Wyre, Lancashire. Credit: PA Images / Alamy</h1>
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<p>The <a href="https://inews.co.uk/news/nicola-bulley-police-update-missing-woman-fell-river-experts-2134052">outlet</a> shared that Peter Faulding of Specialist Group International (SGI) stated that Bulley's case is the most uncommon one he has seen during his time on the force as most victims that drown are discovered close to where they enter the water.</p>
<p>He told the <a href="https://inews.co.uk/news/nicola-bulley-police-update-missing-woman-fell-river-experts-2134052">publication</a> that if law enforcement doesn’t find her today "it’s a very difficult one," because "in my view, if she went in where we found the phone, then potentially she would have been found by the police team by now".</p>
<p>However, Riley explained at a press conference that while she is grateful for Fauding's assistance, he "isn’t included within all the investigation detail, any more than members of the public".</p>
<p>She explained that based on surveillance and dashcam footage surrounding all entrance points from the place where Bulley vanished: "We can say with confidence that Nicola remained in the riverside area."</p>
<p>"I understand that this is frustrating for those observing the investigation when the river has been searched and Nicola has not been found," she stressed. "That does not mean, however, that Nicola was not in the river at some point due to the tidal flow of the river."</p>
<p>The police repeated that the river is "a complex area to search" because it's "a fast-flowing moving water that is tidal in parts," adding: "as they are tidal we have researched them to ensure that nothing has been washed back into those searched areas," per <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-64548395">BBC News</a>.</p>
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<p>In addition to the press conference, the <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-64548395">publication</a> revealed that detectives slammed amateur sleuths for reportedly breaking into properties near where the mom-of-two was last seen.</p>
<p>"There are some properties along the riverside which are empty or derelict and while it may be well-intentioned that people think that could be a line of inquiry, I would ask them to desist from doing that," she said, as noted by the outlet.</p>
<p>The superintendent has also called on people to not share "distressing" hypotheses about what may have happened to Bulley as it heavily affects her family and friends.</p>
<p>The missing woman's friend Heather Gibbons told the <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-64548395">outlet</a> that the unsubstantiated rumors about the disappearance had been difficult for the family and the number of people arriving in the area had made it feel like a "tourist spot".</p>
<p>Our thoughts continue to be with Bulley's family and friends at this time.</p>
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Police still believe Nicola Bulley fell into river and is a missing person

A 23-year-old woman whose body has the appearance of that of an eight-year-old has started dating other men following the controversy surrounding her previous alleged relationship.

Shauna Rae Lesick - who is the star of <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/woman-22-opens-up-about-life-in-the-body-of-an-8-year-old" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TLC's reality show I Am Shauna Rae</a> - is 3 feet 10 inches tall and weighs 50 pounds at 23 years of age after undergoing treatment for brain cancer as an infant which subsequently affected her pituitary gland, resulting in her developing pituitary dwarfism.

Her series explores how she lives her life, her intentions for the future, and how she's been unfortunate in love and draws attention from the wrong people due to her appearance.

<a href="https://www.eonline.com/news/1319387/tlcs-shauna-rae-gets-super-candid-about-her-sex-life">E! Online</a> reported that the reality star has faced many difficulties due to her age not matching the way she looks. In the docuseries, Shauna Rae details her struggles trying to get a tattoo and buying alcohol, as well as dating.

Recently, a man from Wales, UK - who Shauna Rae was reportedly dating - faced criticism for supposedly entering into a relationship with the very young-looking TV personality.

Dan Swygart, 26, who ended up appearing on Shauna Rae's show faced a <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/man-said-to-be-dating-woman-trapped-in-8-year-olds-body-hits-out-at-critics" target="_blank" rel="noopener">barrage of hate online</a> despite the fact that the purported relationship was between two consenting legal adults.

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Dan eventually took to social media to upload a video defending himself against the trolls, saying: "Me and Shauna are still just really good friends getting to know each other, but I think it's absolutely disgusting, the attitude of some people.

"She's been through so much in her life - she survived cancer as a child, she's always felt different and been treated differently by society.

"But how dare you take away her right, her human right, to have a connection, a friendship, a relationship with someone else? Who are you to say that she can't have that? I am absolutely disgusted about some people's attitudes towards her and my friendship with her. I cannot believe some people who deny her the right to have a friendship or a connection with someone else."

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Following the controversy, Shauna Rae is shown in the series preparing to go on a date, after revealing that she'd prefer to meet a matchmaker rather than continue online dating. She admitted that she found dating scary as she wasn't sure how potential love interests would react to her size.

"A lot of people are like 'oh you're like right up to my shoulders', [and] I'm like 'no I'm up to your groin'," she revealed.

Although she was anxious, Shauna Rae ended up heading on a blind date, however, her date cancelled just before they were scheduled to meet.

In a podcast episode from last year, Shauna Rae explained the struggles she has when it comes to sex. "I know sex is a huge topic when it comes to disability and just dwarfism in general, so it is something that is touchy. But it's something that needs to be talked about. I don't think sex should be so taboo as it is in our society," she stated, via <a href="https://www.eonline.com/news/1319387/tlcs-shauna-rae-gets-super-candid-about-her-sex-life">E! Online</a>.

She added that, based on her experience, sex should be viewed in a positive way as it helps connect people: "At least for me, it was confirmation that I can kind of do whatever I want, because growing up I was told that it might not be a possibility.

"And when I found the boyfriend that I had and we dated for a couple years and it finally happened, it made me feel like a normal woman."
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<p>A 23-year-old woman whose body has the appearance of that of an eight-year-old has started dating other men following the controversy surrounding her previous alleged relationship.</p>
<p>Shauna Rae Lesick - who is the star of <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/woman-22-opens-up-about-life-in-the-body-of-an-8-year-old" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TLC's reality show I Am Shauna Rae</a> - is 3 feet 10 inches tall and weighs 50 pounds at 23 years of age after undergoing treatment for brain cancer as an infant which subsequently affected her pituitary gland, resulting in her developing pituitary dwarfism.</p>
<p>Her series explores how she lives her life, her intentions for the future, and how she's been unfortunate in love and draws attention from the wrong people due to her appearance.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.eonline.com/news/1319387/tlcs-shauna-rae-gets-super-candid-about-her-sex-life">E! Online</a> reported that the reality star has faced many difficulties due to her age not matching the way she looks. In the docuseries, Shauna Rae details her struggles trying to get a tattoo and buying alcohol, as well as dating.</p>
<p>Recently, a man from Wales, UK - who Shauna Rae was reportedly dating - faced criticism for supposedly entering into a relationship with the very young-looking TV personality.</p>
<p>Dan Swygart, 26, who ended up appearing on Shauna Rae's show faced a <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/man-said-to-be-dating-woman-trapped-in-8-year-olds-body-hits-out-at-critics" target="_blank" rel="noopener">barrage of hate online</a> despite the fact that the purported relationship was between two consenting legal adults.</p>
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<p>Dan eventually took to social media to upload a video defending himself against the trolls, saying: "Me and Shauna are still just really good friends getting to know each other, but I think it's absolutely disgusting, the attitude of some people.</p>
<p>"She's been through so much in her life - she survived cancer as a child, she's always felt different and been treated differently by society.</p>
<p>"But how dare you take away her right, her human right, to have a connection, a friendship, a relationship with someone else? Who are you to say that she can't have that? I am absolutely disgusted about some people's attitudes towards her and my friendship with her. I cannot believe some people who deny her the right to have a friendship or a connection with someone else."</p>
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<p>Following the controversy, Shauna Rae is shown in the series preparing to go on a date, after revealing that she'd prefer to meet a matchmaker rather than continue online dating. She admitted that she found dating scary as she wasn't sure how potential love interests would react to her size.</p>
<p>"A lot of people are like 'oh you're like right up to my shoulders', [and] I'm like 'no I'm up to your groin'," she revealed.</p>
<p>Although she was anxious, Shauna Rae ended up heading on a blind date, however, her date cancelled just before they were scheduled to meet.</p>
<p>In a podcast episode from last year, Shauna Rae explained the struggles she has when it comes to sex. "I know sex is a huge topic when it comes to disability and just dwarfism in general, so it is something that is touchy. But it's something that needs to be talked about. I don't think sex should be so taboo as it is in our society," she stated, via <a href="https://www.eonline.com/news/1319387/tlcs-shauna-rae-gets-super-candid-about-her-sex-life">E! Online</a>.</p>
<p>She added that, based on her experience, sex should be viewed in a positive way as it helps connect people: "At least for me, it was confirmation that I can kind of do whatever I want, because growing up I was told that it might not be a possibility.</p>
<p>"And when I found the boyfriend that I had and we dated for a couple years and it finally happened, it made me feel like a normal woman."</p>
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Woman 'trapped in 8-year-old's body' has started dating other men after controversy

David Bowie's producer has slammed claims that Harry Styles is "the new Bowie."

The comment has been made several times following last weekend's Grammy awards, where Styles won the evening's biggest prize - Album of the Year.

His album Harry's House had beaten ABBA, Adele, Bad Bunny, Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Brandi Carlile, Coldplay, Kendrick Lamar, and Lizzo to take the top spot.

The British singer's win was deemed a major upset, as it had been expected that Beyoncé's Renaissance album would take home the prize.

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Following the former One Directioner's success - as well as his unique bedazzled clowncore red carpet look - fans of Styles have leapt to social media to compare him to The Rolling Stone's frontman Mick Jagger and the late David Bowie.

"TBH, Harry Styles' album is really good pop music. I think he's really grown into a special artist - bit of a modern Bowie? Congrats Harry (I was rooting for Bey but I'm not mad!)," one person wrote.

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Another user even posted an image of their favorite Bowie costume, wondering whether Styles could pull it off himself. "There is actually one Bowie outfit that I think Harry Styles would have zero problem pulling off," they wrote.

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However, many people have taken issue with the comparison - including Bowie's former producing partner Tony Visconti. The 78-year-old reportedly hit out at Styles in a Facebook post, stating (per <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-11721801/David-Bowies-producing-partner-Tony-Visconti-hits-claims-Harry-Styles-new-Bowie.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwAR3xnb2w4YdxjAz_SYKpOrH6oIPpSGcnVapj8WIPf1JIAd7y4kBTDGdHRgE" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Daily Mail</a>): "What's the difference between the Grammys and Las Vegas? Nothing! [...] Someone just told me that Harry Styles is the new Bowie? From what I saw tonight, he's not worthy of shining his shoes." Ouch!
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out Styles' Grammys acceptance speech here:</strong></p>
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Styles has previously cited artists like Bowie, Jagger, Prince, and Freddie Mercury as his musical and fashion inspirations, though, many people on Twitter are agreeing with Visconti on whether the 'As It Was' singer is worthy of being in their league.

"Harry Styles wore a dress and said he doesn't believe in gender while making mediocre music and they turned him into a discount David Bowie," one person wrote.

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"The reason I've never like Harry styles is because I don't like liars. Do whatever you want but don’t sell me Bowie and then give me Shawn mendes when I press play," someone else added.

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"Harry Styles wishes he was David Bowie man. Like he's just begging for that kind of aura," another comment read.

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A further user chimed in with: "Everything Harry Styles does Bowie did 1000x better a half century ago, it's always been funny to me how he gets treated as 'revolutionary'."

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<p>David Bowie's producer has slammed claims that Harry Styles is "the new Bowie."</p>
<p>The comment has been made several times following last weekend's Grammy awards, where Styles won the evening's biggest prize - Album of the Year.</p>
<p>His album Harry's House had beaten ABBA, Adele, Bad Bunny, Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Brandi Carlile, Coldplay, Kendrick Lamar, and Lizzo to take the top spot.</p>
<p>The British singer's win was deemed a major upset, as it had been expected that Beyoncé's Renaissance album would take home the prize.</p>
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<p>Following the former One Directioner's success - as well as his unique bedazzled clowncore red carpet look - fans of Styles have leapt to social media to compare him to The Rolling Stone's frontman Mick Jagger and the late David Bowie.</p>
<p>"TBH, Harry Styles' album is really good pop music. I think he's really grown into a special artist - bit of a modern Bowie? Congrats Harry (I was rooting for Bey but I'm not mad!)," one person wrote.</p>
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<p>Another user even posted an image of their favorite Bowie costume, wondering whether Styles could pull it off himself. "There is actually one Bowie outfit that I think Harry Styles would have zero problem pulling off," they wrote.</p>
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<p>However, many people have taken issue with the comparison - including Bowie's former producing partner Tony Visconti. The 78-year-old reportedly hit out at Styles in a Facebook post, stating (per <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-11721801/David-Bowies-producing-partner-Tony-Visconti-hits-claims-Harry-Styles-new-Bowie.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwAR3xnb2w4YdxjAz_SYKpOrH6oIPpSGcnVapj8WIPf1JIAd7y4kBTDGdHRgE" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Daily Mail</a>): "What's the difference between the Grammys and Las Vegas? Nothing! [...] Someone just told me that Harry Styles is the new Bowie? From what I saw tonight, he's not worthy of shining his shoes." Ouch!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out Styles' Grammys acceptance speech here:</strong></p>
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<p>Styles has previously cited artists like Bowie, Jagger, Prince, and Freddie Mercury as his musical and fashion inspirations, though, many people on Twitter are agreeing with Visconti on whether the 'As It Was' singer is worthy of being in their league.</p>
<p>"Harry Styles wore a dress and said he doesn't believe in gender while making mediocre music and they turned him into a discount David Bowie," one person wrote.</p>
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<p>"The reason I've never like Harry styles is because I don't like liars. Do whatever you want but don’t sell me Bowie and then give me Shawn mendes when I press play," someone else added.</p>
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<p>"Harry Styles wishes he was David Bowie man. Like he's just begging for that kind of aura," another comment read.</p>
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<p>A further user chimed in with: "Everything Harry Styles does Bowie did 1000x better a half century ago, it's always been funny to me how he gets treated as 'revolutionary'."</p>
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David Bowie's producer slams claims that Harry Styles is 'the new Bowie'

Andrew Tate has posted some rather cryptic tweets from prison, declaring that he would never take his own life and how he has set up a charity to protect men from false accusations.

The 36-year-old was arrested in December along with his brother Tristan and two unidentified people in connection to an investigation into alleged human trafficking, rape, and forming an organized crime group.

The initial imprisonment was intended to last 30 days with Tate set to be released at the end of January, but Romanian officials decided to extend this an extra 30 days until February 27, to give themselves time to build their case.

The internet personality <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/andrew-tate-says-bugs-are-his-only-friends-in-prison">didn't take too well</a> to being taken away from his supercars and luxurious lifestyle, as he penned that: "Cockroaches, lice, and bed bugs are my only friends at night."

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Despite these alleged conditions, Tate somehow gained access to Twitter on February 5, where he wrote: "I updated my will from prison. I will be donating 100 million to start a charity to protect men from false accusations."

This ties into the 36-year-old's claims that he has been wrongly imprisoned as he protests his innocence, but it's his follow-up tweet that has caused concern.

"I would never kill myself," Tate ominously penned, with many now believing that he believes he is in danger in prison and tweeted this to defend himself.

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"That's a scary tweet," one person commented, with other followers telling Tate to "remain strong" and that they hope he will be released soon.

Others were not so kind, referencing the fact that this isn't the first time Tate has made a claim like this, and a few questioned how on earth he has Twitter access in prison.

The former kickboxer also tweeted: "Everything you ARE stems from what you’ve experienced. It’s an unstoppable force like gravity. You cannot stop the programming but, YOU can CHOOSE what you hear and experience. You can choose WHAT and WHO programs your mind."

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As the case against Tate builds, new messages have come to light, with him allegedly sending a text to one of the women involved in the human trafficking operation where he offered her "love" and a "new life" but she had to give him "absolute loyalty," as reported by <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/sex-lies-video-cams-andrew-tate-turned-women-into-slaves-prosecutors-say-2023-02-02/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Reuters</a>.

"You must understand that once you are mine, you will be mine forever," he allegedly wrote. Prosecutors have accused Tate of twice raping the woman from Moldova.

[caption id="attachment_1263193641" align="aligncenter" width="2560"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1263193641" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2MG734B-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="1707" /> Andrew Tate was arrested on December 29. Credit: lcv / Alamy[/caption]

In the past, Tate has publicly suggested rape victims "bear some responsibility" for their assault and has described women as being the "property" of men.

The self-dubbed "king of toxic masculinity" has at least 20 more days behind bars.
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<p>Andrew Tate has posted some rather cryptic tweets from prison, declaring that he would never take his own life and how he has set up a charity to protect men from false accusations.</p>
<p>The 36-year-old was arrested in December along with his brother Tristan and two unidentified people in connection to an investigation into alleged human trafficking, rape, and forming an organized crime group.</p>
<p>The initial imprisonment was intended to last 30 days with Tate set to be released at the end of January, but Romanian officials decided to extend this an extra 30 days until February 27, to give themselves time to build their case.</p>
<p>The internet personality <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/andrew-tate-says-bugs-are-his-only-friends-in-prison">didn't take too well</a> to being taken away from his supercars and luxurious lifestyle, as he penned that: "Cockroaches, lice, and bed bugs are my only friends at night."</p>
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<p>Despite these alleged conditions, Tate somehow gained access to Twitter on February 5, where he wrote: "I updated my will from prison. I will be donating 100 million to start a charity to protect men from false accusations."</p>
<p>This ties into the 36-year-old's claims that he has been wrongly imprisoned as he protests his innocence, but it's his follow-up tweet that has caused concern.</p>
<p>"I would never kill myself," Tate ominously penned, with many now believing that he believes he is in danger in prison and tweeted this to defend himself.</p>
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<p>"That's a scary tweet," one person commented, with other followers telling Tate to "remain strong" and that they hope he will be released soon.</p>
<p>Others were not so kind, referencing the fact that this isn't the first time Tate has made a claim like this, and a few questioned how on earth he has Twitter access in prison.</p>
<p>The former kickboxer also tweeted: "Everything you ARE stems from what you’ve experienced. It’s an unstoppable force like gravity. You cannot stop the programming but, YOU can CHOOSE what you hear and experience. You can choose WHAT and WHO programs your mind."</p>
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<p>As the case against Tate builds, new messages have come to light, with him allegedly sending a text to one of the women involved in the human trafficking operation where he offered her "love" and a "new life" but she had to give him "absolute loyalty," as reported by <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/sex-lies-video-cams-andrew-tate-turned-women-into-slaves-prosecutors-say-2023-02-02/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Reuters</a>.</p>
<p>"You must understand that once you are mine, you will be mine forever," he allegedly wrote. Prosecutors have accused Tate of twice raping the woman from Moldova.</p>
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<p>In the past, Tate has publicly suggested rape victims "bear some responsibility" for their assault and has described women as being the "property" of men.</p>
<p>The self-dubbed "king of toxic masculinity" has at least 20 more days behind bars.</p>
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Andrew Tate insists he would never take his own life in ominous message from prison

An angry member of the King's Guard was not very pleased with a tourist who tried to grab his horse's reins twice.

In a video shared on TikTok - by an account that goes by the handle <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@kingshorseuk">@kingshorseuk</a> - a woman donning a white coat, skirt, and black boots is seen smiling as she tries to get a picture with the horse.

Looking towards the person behind the camera, the young woman - who is presumably a tourist - makes her first attempt to hold on to the animal's reins.

However, this provokes an angry response from the soldier dressed in red, who screams "Get off the reins!" - scaring the woman.
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The shouting from the King's Guard was also enough to send another woman next to the young tourist away.

However, the fearless one who initially tried grabbing the horse's reins put on a brave face and made another attempt to once again grab the horse.

Once again, the furious soldier turned his head for a second time and shouted "Get off!" even louder than the first time. The second warning finally startled the woman away.

Upon seeing the video - which has amassed 8.4 million views and 772.9K likes - many users shared their responses as one person wrote: "Bro why did you try to touch them again like he said get off the reins."

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Another user said: "The fact she went and grabbed the reins again."

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A third chimed in and commented: "She reacted just like my 4yr old son when I tell him not to do something."

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A fourth person asked: "Does [she] even know what reins do?"

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This tourist is not the first to be caught off guard by royal guardsmen. In December 2021, a child was reportedly stomped on by a member of the Coldstream Guards who was on duty at the Tower of London.

A spokesperson from the Tower posted a statement about the incident, calling it "an unfortunate accident," and adding that the soldier checked on the child’s family, per <a href="https://metro.co.uk/2021/12/29/london-young-child-flattened-after-getting-in-the-way-of-marching-palace-guardsman-15838725/">Metro</a>.

[caption id="attachment_1263193637" align="aligncenter" width="1829"]<img class="wp-image-1263193637 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/S3YG7P-1-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="1829" height="2560" /> The King's Guard. Credit: Alan Hall Photo / Stockimo / Alamy[/caption]

Generally, there are two guards who patrol the entrance to Horse Guards on a daily basis and they swap every hour between 10:00AM and 4:00PM.

According to the <a href="https://metro.co.uk/2021/12/29/london-young-child-flattened-after-getting-in-the-way-of-marching-palace-guardsman-15838725/">outlet</a>, most people come to watch the Changing of the King’s Life Guard event, which takes place at 11:00AM on weekdays.
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<p>An angry member of the King's Guard was not very pleased with a tourist who tried to grab his horse's reins twice.</p>
<p>In a video shared on TikTok - by an account that goes by the handle <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@kingshorseuk">@kingshorseuk</a> - a woman donning a white coat, skirt, and black boots is seen smiling as she tries to get a picture with the horse.</p>
<p>Looking towards the person behind the camera, the young woman - who is presumably a tourist - makes her first attempt to hold on to the animal's reins.</p>
<p>However, this provokes an angry response from the soldier dressed in red, who screams "Get off the reins!" - scaring the woman.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Watch the moment below: </strong></p>

<p>The shouting from the King's Guard was also enough to send another woman next to the young tourist away.</p>
<p>However, the fearless one who initially tried grabbing the horse's reins put on a brave face and made another attempt to once again grab the horse.</p>
<p>Once again, the furious soldier turned his head for a second time and shouted "Get off!" even louder than the first time. The second warning finally startled the woman away.</p>
<p>Upon seeing the video - which has amassed 8.4 million views and 772.9K likes - many users shared their responses as one person wrote: "Bro why did you try to touch them again like he said get off the reins."</p>
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<p>Another user said: "The fact she went and grabbed the reins again."</p>
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<p>A third chimed in and commented: "She reacted just like my 4yr old son when I tell him not to do something."</p>
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<p>A fourth person asked: "Does [she] even know what reins do?"</p>
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<p>This tourist is not the first to be caught off guard by royal guardsmen. In December 2021, a child was reportedly stomped on by a member of the Coldstream Guards who was on duty at the Tower of London.</p>
<p>A spokesperson from the Tower posted a statement about the incident, calling it "an unfortunate accident," and adding that the soldier checked on the child’s family, per <a href="https://metro.co.uk/2021/12/29/london-young-child-flattened-after-getting-in-the-way-of-marching-palace-guardsman-15838725/">Metro</a>.</p>
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<p>Generally, there are two guards who patrol the entrance to Horse Guards on a daily basis and they swap every hour between 10:00AM and 4:00PM.</p>
<p>According to the <a href="https://metro.co.uk/2021/12/29/london-young-child-flattened-after-getting-in-the-way-of-marching-palace-guardsman-15838725/">outlet</a>, most people come to watch the Changing of the King’s Life Guard event, which takes place at 11:00AM on weekdays.</p>
<h2>Featured image credit: Alan Hall Photo / Stockimo / Alamy</h2>


King's Guard yells at woman for touching his horse - she does it again

Social media users have reacted to Adele looking less than thrilled after <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/harry-styles-bold-grammys-look-divides-the-internet" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Harry Styles</a> won Album of the Year at the 2023 Grammy awards.

On Sunday night (February 5), the 29-year-old singer was nominated for six awards, winning the Best Pop Vocal Album and the most coveted award of the evening - Album of the Year - for Harry's House.

The former One Direction star also performed his number one single 'As It Was' before picking up his golden trophies at the 65th annual edition of the awards.

After Styles' name was announced for the last prize of the night, he buried his head in his hands as everyone around him - including fellow nominee Lizzo - jumped to their feet for a standing ovation.
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Watch Styles' win below:</strong></p>
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However, as the 34-year-old musician - whose real name is Melissa Viviane Jefferson - hugged the 'Watermelon Sugar' hitmaker, online users pointed out that Adele stayed seated and offered a tight smile.

Also, another angle from inside the venue showed the 34-year-old 'Hello' singer's exact reaction when Styles was announced as the winner of the award.

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Many people on the social media platform shared their responses to Adele's reaction, with one person writing: "Adele’s reaction to Harry winning album of the year is not it… those are her peers, she’s been around for quite some time now, and everyone should be happy for one another."

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Another said: "Just saw a video of adele’s reaction when harry won literally WTF SHE MADE IT SO OBVIOUS SHE WAS P**SED DID SHE FORGET SHE WAS ON LIVE TV WITH EYES ON HER like girl have some respect please. Just put on a smile and be happy for others that was so unprofessional."

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However, a third person pointed out: "Literally Adele’s reaction to Harry’s win. She &amp; Lizzo we’re happy for him. They’re friends. They’ve vacationed together &amp; had dinner together. All this hate &amp; vitriol for nothing."

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Some people think the 'Rolling in the Deep' songstress' immediate reaction was because her album 30 was nominated in the same category. However, other users have shared that it was most likely that she was shocked that <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/beyonce-fans-are-demanding-harry-styles-apologize-to-star-after-grammys-speech" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Beyoncé's Renaissance</a> did not receive the top award.

Previously, she spoke out on the 41-year-old singer's behalf when her album 25 beat Lemonade to win Album of the Year at the 2017 Grammys, <a href="https://twitter.com/JarettSays/status/831000812092485632">saying on stage</a>: "My artist of my life is Beyonce, and the Lemonade album is so monumental."

And in the press room, she continued: "I felt it was her time to win," adding, "What the f*** does she have to do to win album of the year? That’s how I feel," per <a href="https://www.nme.com/news/music/watch-adele-argue-beyonce-won-grammy-awards-1974390">NME</a>.

This is the fourth time Beyoncé has been nominated - and lost - for the prestigious award. Before her 2017 loss, her I Am … Sasha Fierce album yielded to Taylor Swift’s Fearless in 2010, and in 2015 her self-titled album lost to Beck's Morning Phase.

However, the 'Crazy in Love' hitmaker still had a historic night as she picked up four Grammys, taking her total number of Grammy Awards to 32, and triumphed as the most-awarded artist in history.
<h6>Featured image credit: PA Images / Alamy</h6>

<p>Social media users have reacted to Adele looking less than thrilled after <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/harry-styles-bold-grammys-look-divides-the-internet" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Harry Styles</a> won Album of the Year at the 2023 Grammy awards.</p>
<p>On Sunday night (February 5), the 29-year-old singer was nominated for six awards, winning the Best Pop Vocal Album and the most coveted award of the evening - Album of the Year - for Harry's House.</p>
<p>The former One Direction star also performed his number one single 'As It Was' before picking up his golden trophies at the 65th annual edition of the awards.</p>
<p>After Styles' name was announced for the last prize of the night, he buried his head in his hands as everyone around him - including fellow nominee Lizzo - jumped to their feet for a standing ovation.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Watch Styles' win below:</strong></p>
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<p>However, as the 34-year-old musician - whose real name is Melissa Viviane Jefferson - hugged the 'Watermelon Sugar' hitmaker, online users pointed out that Adele stayed seated and offered a tight smile.</p>
<p>Also, another angle from inside the venue showed the 34-year-old 'Hello' singer's exact reaction when Styles was announced as the winner of the award.</p>
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<p>Many people on the social media platform shared their responses to Adele's reaction, with one person writing: "Adele’s reaction to Harry winning album of the year is not it… those are her peers, she’s been around for quite some time now, and everyone should be happy for one another."</p>
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<p>Another said: "Just saw a video of adele’s reaction when harry won literally WTF SHE MADE IT SO OBVIOUS SHE WAS P**SED DID SHE FORGET SHE WAS ON LIVE TV WITH EYES ON HER like girl have some respect please. Just put on a smile and be happy for others that was so unprofessional."</p>
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<p>However, a third person pointed out: "Literally Adele’s reaction to Harry’s win. She &amp; Lizzo we’re happy for him. They’re friends. They’ve vacationed together &amp; had dinner together. All this hate &amp; vitriol for nothing."</p>
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<p>Some people think the 'Rolling in the Deep' songstress' immediate reaction was because her album 30 was nominated in the same category. However, other users have shared that it was most likely that she was shocked that <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/beyonce-fans-are-demanding-harry-styles-apologize-to-star-after-grammys-speech" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Beyoncé's Renaissance</a> did not receive the top award.</p>
<p>Previously, she spoke out on the 41-year-old singer's behalf when her album 25 beat Lemonade to win Album of the Year at the 2017 Grammys, <a href="https://twitter.com/JarettSays/status/831000812092485632">saying on stage</a>: "My artist of my life is Beyonce, and the Lemonade album is so monumental."</p>
<p>And in the press room, she continued: "I felt it was her time to win," adding, "What the f*** does she have to do to win album of the year? That’s how I feel," per <a href="https://www.nme.com/news/music/watch-adele-argue-beyonce-won-grammy-awards-1974390">NME</a>.</p>
<p>This is the fourth time Beyoncé has been nominated - and lost - for the prestigious award. Before her 2017 loss, her I Am … Sasha Fierce album yielded to Taylor Swift’s Fearless in 2010, and in 2015 her self-titled album lost to Beck's Morning Phase.</p>
<p>However, the 'Crazy in Love' hitmaker still had a historic night as she picked up four Grammys, taking her total number of Grammy Awards to 32, and triumphed as the most-awarded artist in history.</p>
<h2>Featured image credit: PA Images / Alamy</h2>


Viewers point out Adele's 'disappointed' reaction to Harry Styles' Grammy win

OnlyFans stars have been left concerned after an AI image generator created some scarily lifelike models, which were revealed in a now-viral snap.

Many adult creators have switched to OnlyFans in recent years after being able to rake in astronomical earnings through their paid subscriptions and custom content.

From devoted subscribers that pay a set monthly fee to those willing to drop ridiculous sums on a specially created picture or video, many content creators have made a very enviable income from the platform.

However, their future success could be at risk to AI after some surprisingly convincing computer-generated models were created, leading to fears that they could take over the market.

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Images have gone viral of a group of scantily-clad women in lingerie which were created by AI software, with social media users claiming they would be able to create OnlyFans content from the characters.

One of the most time-consuming aspects of being a content creator is, well, creating the content itself - however, AI seems to open a new frontier for a vast amount of content to be churned out in next to no time.

If the figures can be programmed to pose, move, and speak realistically, the earning potential could be virtually limitless for a clever AI programmer.

With the power to create pretty much any content at the touch of a button, the concept has left some OnlyFans creators nervous that the AI ladies could end up cornering the lucrative market.

One social media user joked: "I am totally starting a fake AI generated onlyfans for gullible idiots if I fail this trading thing."

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Given that AI can be completely customized, the characters could be altered to fulfill any preference, from body type to eye color, clothing, and anything else a subscriber would be looking for within reason.

One user pointed out: "Image generation technologies like deepfakes/DALL-e will completely put OnlyFans out of business e-girls will become a commodity, mass produced in an AWS cluster. You won't even know they're not real."

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Another added: "this could be your cash cow: AI generated OF account manager."

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Others pointed out that there are ways to tell if a photo is of a real person or computer generated, as some of the finer details often get missed.

They wrote: "The hand gives it away, but these girls look hot af. Fake onlyfans next week."

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And while there may be some giveaways, the original poster added: "The point is not to pixel peep to look for signs it's fake or not. The point is they are already good enough to pass as real."

Another potential use of AI-generated models is for the fashion industry, after DMIx StudioAvatars created a series of virtual fashion models that could be used for future clothing campaigns.

ColorDigital GmbH, the company behind the images, has said brands can customize the models with any clothes and any backdrops to suit their advertising campaigns, meaning fashion models could also one day be replaced by computer-generated images.
<h6>Featured image credit:  <span id="automationContributor" class="copy-text"><span id="automationThirdPartyAgencyName">SOPA Images Limited</span> / Alamy</span></h6>

<p>OnlyFans stars have been left concerned after an AI image generator created some scarily lifelike models, which were revealed in a now-viral snap.</p>
<p>Many adult creators have switched to OnlyFans in recent years after being able to rake in astronomical earnings through their paid subscriptions and custom content.</p>
<p>From devoted subscribers that pay a set monthly fee to those willing to drop ridiculous sums on a specially created picture or video, many content creators have made a very enviable income from the platform.</p>
<p>However, their future success could be at risk to AI after some surprisingly convincing computer-generated models were created, leading to fears that they could take over the market.</p>
<figure class='op-interactive'>
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<p>Images have gone viral of a group of scantily-clad women in lingerie which were created by AI software, with social media users claiming they would be able to create OnlyFans content from the characters.</p>
<p>One of the most time-consuming aspects of being a content creator is, well, creating the content itself - however, AI seems to open a new frontier for a vast amount of content to be churned out in next to no time.</p>
<p>If the figures can be programmed to pose, move, and speak realistically, the earning potential could be virtually limitless for a clever AI programmer.</p>
<p>With the power to create pretty much any content at the touch of a button, the concept has left some OnlyFans creators nervous that the AI ladies could end up cornering the lucrative market.</p>
<p>One social media user joked: "I am totally starting a fake AI generated onlyfans for gullible idiots if I fail this trading thing."</p>
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<p>Given that AI can be completely customized, the characters could be altered to fulfill any preference, from body type to eye color, clothing, and anything else a subscriber would be looking for within reason.</p>
<p>One user pointed out: "Image generation technologies like deepfakes/DALL-e will completely put OnlyFans out of business e-girls will become a commodity, mass produced in an AWS cluster. You won't even know they're not real."</p>
<figure class='op-interactive'>
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<p>Another added: "this could be your cash cow: AI generated OF account manager."</p>
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<p>Others pointed out that there are ways to tell if a photo is of a real person or computer generated, as some of the finer details often get missed.</p>
<p>They wrote: "The hand gives it away, but these girls look hot af. Fake onlyfans next week."</p>
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<p>And while there may be some giveaways, the original poster added: "The point is not to pixel peep to look for signs it's fake or not. The point is they are already good enough to pass as real."</p>
<p>Another potential use of AI-generated models is for the fashion industry, after DMIx StudioAvatars created a series of virtual fashion models that could be used for future clothing campaigns.</p>
<p>ColorDigital GmbH, the company behind the images, has said brands can customize the models with any clothes and any backdrops to suit their advertising campaigns, meaning fashion models could also one day be replaced by computer-generated images.</p>
<h2>Featured image credit:  SOPA Images Limited / Alamy</h2>


OnlyFans stars' jobs may be threatened by 'AI models'

Taylor Swift has recently been praised online for <em>always</em> being the first to give standing ovations during award shows.

On Sunday, we saw the 65th installment of the Grammy Awards take place at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. The event took the time to recognize some of the best talents in the music industry right now, while also celebrating some new faces on the scene.

Some stand-out moments of the night saw the likes of <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/viola-davis-secures-an-egot-status-at-2023-grammys">Viola Davis</a> earning her highly-anticipated EGOT status, <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/beyonce-fans-are-demanding-harry-styles-apologize-to-star-after-grammys-speech">Harry Styles</a> winning Album of the Year, and of course, <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/adeles-reaction-to-finally-meeting-dwayne-the-rock-johnson-is-stealing-hearts">Adele's meme-worthy reactions</a> to literally <em>everything</em>.
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out Harry Style's now-controversial acceptance speech at the Grammys:</strong></p>
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Not only that, but we were also treated to some cringe-worthy moments including <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/viewers-think-clip-shows-jennifer-lopez-and-ben-affleck-having-a-tense-argument-at-grammys">Bennifer's alleged on-camera fall-out</a> as well as Doja Cat's reaction to <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/people-think-sam-smith-was-worshiping-the-devil-during-grammys-performance">Kim Petras and Sam Smith's Grammy win</a>... that one was awkward, to say the least.

But amongst all that chaos, we were also treated to some wholesome moments including Swift's reaction to all the winners of the night.

[caption id="attachment_1263193670" align="aligncenter" width="913"]<img class="wp-image-1263193670 size-large" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2N103G4-913x1024.jpg" alt="" width="913" height="1024" /> Taylor Swift attends the 65th annual Grammy Awards at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday. Credit: UPI / Alamy[/caption]

Now, Swift, 33, has always been the supportive type and that's one thing she's never faltered on. However, during this year's Grammy awards, she went above and beyond to show her support for all the winners including Lizzo, Beyonce <em>and</em> even her ex-boyfriend, Harry Styles.

That's right, it seems as though the pair have no hard feelings after breaking up back in 2012/2013 and are seemingly on good terms according to a source who spoke to <a href="https://www.etonline.com/inside-exes-taylor-swift-and-harry-styles-peaceful-relationship-post-romance-198668" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Entertainment Weekly</a>.

The former lovers even hugged during the event and sat together chatting away like old friends - we really do love to see it!

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And of course, her wholesome-ness became a talking point for Twitter users, with many praising her unwavering kindness.

"Taylor Swift gives everybody a standing ovation even if nobody else did," wrote this user, alongside a snapshot of the 33-year-old being the only person stood up.

"Taylor Swift will ALWAYS be the most supportive person in the room and it makes me so mad that most of her peers don’t have the same respect for her, she’s truly a class act," added another.

A third described her actions as admirable: "One thing i admire most about taylor swift is how supportive she is of everyone. at award shows she’s perfectly comfortable being the only one giving a standing ovation or dancing."

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And if you couldn't love her more, she was also the only one dancing during Harry Styles' performance of 'As It Was' and let me tell you, this woman does not care about the stares - she's just here to have a good time, all the time.

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We can't help but stan!
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<p>Taylor Swift has recently been praised online for <em>always</em> being the first to give standing ovations during award shows.</p>
<p>On Sunday, we saw the 65th installment of the Grammy Awards take place at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. The event took the time to recognize some of the best talents in the music industry right now, while also celebrating some new faces on the scene.</p>
<p>Some stand-out moments of the night saw the likes of <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/viola-davis-secures-an-egot-status-at-2023-grammys">Viola Davis</a> earning her highly-anticipated EGOT status, <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/beyonce-fans-are-demanding-harry-styles-apologize-to-star-after-grammys-speech">Harry Styles</a> winning Album of the Year, and of course, <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/adeles-reaction-to-finally-meeting-dwayne-the-rock-johnson-is-stealing-hearts">Adele's meme-worthy reactions</a> to literally <em>everything</em>.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out Harry Style's now-controversial acceptance speech at the Grammys:</strong></p>
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<p>Not only that, but we were also treated to some cringe-worthy moments including <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/viewers-think-clip-shows-jennifer-lopez-and-ben-affleck-having-a-tense-argument-at-grammys">Bennifer's alleged on-camera fall-out</a> as well as Doja Cat's reaction to <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/people-think-sam-smith-was-worshiping-the-devil-during-grammys-performance">Kim Petras and Sam Smith's Grammy win</a>... that one was awkward, to say the least.</p>
<p>But amongst all that chaos, we were also treated to some wholesome moments including Swift's reaction to all the winners of the night.</p>
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<p>Now, Swift, 33, has always been the supportive type and that's one thing she's never faltered on. However, during this year's Grammy awards, she went above and beyond to show her support for all the winners including Lizzo, Beyonce <em>and</em> even her ex-boyfriend, Harry Styles.</p>
<p>That's right, it seems as though the pair have no hard feelings after breaking up back in 2012/2013 and are seemingly on good terms according to a source who spoke to <a href="https://www.etonline.com/inside-exes-taylor-swift-and-harry-styles-peaceful-relationship-post-romance-198668" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Entertainment Weekly</a>.</p>
<p>The former lovers even hugged during the event and sat together chatting away like old friends - we really do love to see it!</p>
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<p>And of course, her wholesome-ness became a talking point for Twitter users, with many praising her unwavering kindness.</p>
<p>"Taylor Swift gives everybody a standing ovation even if nobody else did," wrote this user, alongside a snapshot of the 33-year-old being the only person stood up.</p>
<p>"Taylor Swift will ALWAYS be the most supportive person in the room and it makes me so mad that most of her peers don’t have the same respect for her, she’s truly a class act," added another.</p>
<p>A third described her actions as admirable: "One thing i admire most about taylor swift is how supportive she is of everyone. at award shows she’s perfectly comfortable being the only one giving a standing ovation or dancing."</p>
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<p>And if you couldn't love her more, she was also the only one dancing during Harry Styles' performance of 'As It Was' and let me tell you, this woman does not care about the stares - she's just here to have a good time, all the time.</p>
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<p>We can't help but stan!</p>
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Taylor Swift hailed a 'class act' for always being the first to give standing ovations

<a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/harry-styles-bold-grammys-look-divides-the-internet">Harry Styles'</a> speech at the Grammys has recently ignited a conversation around privilege and it seems as though some people have a bone to pick with the singer.

The 29-year-old hit a major career milestone on Sunday night during the 65th installment of the Grammy Awards when he was awarded the coveted Album of the Year award for Harry's House.

Styles went up against other major artists in the industry including ABBA, Adele, Bad Bunny, Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Brandi Carlile, and Coldplay - an impressive line-up indeed.

Taking to the stage, the 'Sign Of The Times' hitmaker gave a speech to mark his first solo Grammy win saying: "I've been so, so inspired by every artist in this category with me and [during] a lot of times in my life, I listened to everyone in this category..."
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out Styles' acceptance speech here:</strong></p>
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He then went on to say that "...On nights like tonight, it’s obviously so important for us to remember there’s no such thing as best in music," before adding: "I don’t think any of us sit in the studio making decisions based on what is gonna get us one of these. This is really, really kind. I’m so, so grateful."

However, the next part of his speech seemingly ruffled a few feathers as the British-born artist claimed that "this doesn’t happen to people like me very often and this is so, so nice.

"Thank you very much."

Fans took to Twitter to criticize Styles for his "ignorant" comment, stating that being a white man in the industry gives him an upper hand against his competitors.

"Saying 'this doesn’t happen to people like me very often' when a Black woman hasn't won that award since 1999 is crazy lol," tweeted writer, Ashley K. Smalls.

"When Harry Styles says 'this doesn't happen to people like me very often' does he think 'annoying' is a minority group?" said another.

A third added: "'This doesn’t happen to people like me' is the most white privilege-iest thing to ever be uttered at an awards show ever for all time."

Someone else even pointed out that Adele's expression allegedly changed when she heard him make that comment.

"Adeles face immediately softening as soon as harry said 'this doesn’t happen to people like me very often' she knows," the commenter remarked.

And this user added that no matter what he was referring to, it was an "ignorant" comment to make.

"During his acceptance speech, he said 'this doesn't happen to people like me very often' and i don't think he was referring to his being a cis white man, but the fact is he IS a cis white man, an overrepresented and overhyped population, so it's still an ignorant thing to say," they wrote.

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However, others jumped to the singer's defence, stating that he wasn't actually referring to those privileged qualities, instead he was either referring to his "queerness" or his background coming from a small town.

"It’s so ignorant that people including some of harry’s own fans make 'this doesn’t happen to people like me very often' about coming from a small rural town with no connections. Harry is QUEER. this is the message here. i beg people to develop a functioning braincell."

Another also has a similar response: "Far be it for me to defend a white dude but I think ppl forget Harry came from a single parent working class family in a country with zero social mobility whose entertainment industry is dominated by the middle classes. I get it! (probably not the time to say it tho)."

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Styles was nominated in six categories total, including: Record Of The Year, Song Of The Year, Best Pop Solo Performance and Best Music Video for 'As It Was'.

[caption id="attachment_1263193578" align="aligncenter" width="734"]<img class="wp-image-1263193578 size-large" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2N1GGFM-1-734x1024.jpg" alt="" width="734" height="1024" /> Harry Styles arriving to the 65th GRAMMY Awards held at Crypto.com Arena on February 5, 2023 in Los Angeles. Credit: AFF / Alamy[/caption]

The award show saw the former boyband member step out in a rainbow patchwork Egonlab jumpsuit covered in Swarovski crystals - a look that only a man as powerful as Styles could rock.
<h6>Featured Image Credit: UPI / Alamy</h6>

<p><a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/harry-styles-bold-grammys-look-divides-the-internet">Harry Styles'</a> speech at the Grammys has recently ignited a conversation around privilege and it seems as though some people have a bone to pick with the singer.</p>
<p>The 29-year-old hit a major career milestone on Sunday night during the 65th installment of the Grammy Awards when he was awarded the coveted Album of the Year award for Harry's House.</p>
<p>Styles went up against other major artists in the industry including ABBA, Adele, Bad Bunny, Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Brandi Carlile, and Coldplay - an impressive line-up indeed.</p>
<p>Taking to the stage, the 'Sign Of The Times' hitmaker gave a speech to mark his first solo Grammy win saying: "I've been so, so inspired by every artist in this category with me and [during] a lot of times in my life, I listened to everyone in this category..."</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out Styles' acceptance speech here:</strong></p>
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<p>He then went on to say that "...On nights like tonight, it’s obviously so important for us to remember there’s no such thing as best in music," before adding: "I don’t think any of us sit in the studio making decisions based on what is gonna get us one of these. This is really, really kind. I’m so, so grateful."</p>
<p>However, the next part of his speech seemingly ruffled a few feathers as the British-born artist claimed that "this doesn’t happen to people like me very often and this is so, so nice.</p>
<p>"Thank you very much."</p>
<p>Fans took to Twitter to criticize Styles for his "ignorant" comment, stating that being a white man in the industry gives him an upper hand against his competitors.</p>
<p>"Saying 'this doesn’t happen to people like me very often' when a Black woman hasn't won that award since 1999 is crazy lol," tweeted writer, Ashley K. Smalls.</p>
<p>"When Harry Styles says 'this doesn't happen to people like me very often' does he think 'annoying' is a minority group?" said another.</p>
<p>A third added: "'This doesn’t happen to people like me' is the most white privilege-iest thing to ever be uttered at an awards show ever for all time."</p>
<p>Someone else even pointed out that Adele's expression allegedly changed when she heard him make that comment.</p>
<p>"Adeles face immediately softening as soon as harry said 'this doesn’t happen to people like me very often' she knows," the commenter remarked.</p>
<p>And this user added that no matter what he was referring to, it was an "ignorant" comment to make.</p>
<p>"During his acceptance speech, he said 'this doesn't happen to people like me very often' and i don't think he was referring to his being a cis white man, but the fact is he IS a cis white man, an overrepresented and overhyped population, so it's still an ignorant thing to say," they wrote.</p>
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<p>However, others jumped to the singer's defence, stating that he wasn't actually referring to those privileged qualities, instead he was either referring to his "queerness" or his background coming from a small town.</p>
<p>"It’s so ignorant that people including some of harry’s own fans make 'this doesn’t happen to people like me very often' about coming from a small rural town with no connections. Harry is QUEER. this is the message here. i beg people to develop a functioning braincell."</p>
<p>Another also has a similar response: "Far be it for me to defend a white dude but I think ppl forget Harry came from a single parent working class family in a country with zero social mobility whose entertainment industry is dominated by the middle classes. I get it! (probably not the time to say it tho)."</p>
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<p>Styles was nominated in six categories total, including: Record Of The Year, Song Of The Year, Best Pop Solo Performance and Best Music Video for 'As It Was'.</p>
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<p>The award show saw the former boyband member step out in a rainbow patchwork Egonlab jumpsuit covered in Swarovski crystals - a look that only a man as powerful as Styles could rock.</p>
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Harry Styles sparks debate after claiming 'this doesn't happen to people like me' in Grammys speech

America's Got Talent alum Scott Alexander has passed away from a stroke.

As reported by <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/02/07/agt-magician-scott-alexander-dead-dies/?adid=social-fb&amp;fbclid=IwAR3Yjpv8csYCoaiCxVfRb9c9Fpb0K17BYSwVy_a24gmY0F_Upez6s1V0eMM">TMZ</a>, the magician - who competed in season six of the reality series before his elimination in the quarterfinals - has passed away after suffering from a stroke.

In a statement shared by his wife Jenny Alexander on Monday (February 6), she wrote to her followers on the social media platform that her husband tragically died while working on a cruise ship on Sunday.

"I lost my husband yesterday. My kids lost their father. He suffered a stroke while working on a cruise ship in St Kitts and did not make it home to us. We are shattered. Please hold us in your prayers," she posted on Instagram.
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Read her tribute post below: </strong></p>
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Upon seeing the devastating news, many people took to the comment section to send their condolences to Scott's wife and children.

One user penned an emotional tribute, writing: "Jenny, my deepest condolences to you and your family. Both you and Scott hold a very dear place in my heart as your act was the very first professional stage hand job I had way back in 1998 at Wizards Weekend in Minneapolis, MN."

"I learned a tremendous amount from that show that allowed me to be successful with other acts. As an added bonus, you introduced me to the band Squirrel Nut Zippers when you performed the cremation illusion," they continued.

"I am absolutely devastated with this news. You and your family are in my thoughts and know that I am grieving with you," they added.

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Another shared: "I'm sitting here in shock staring at my computer screen. Jenny, my heart is heavy thinking of you and your kids. I will be praying for you all for strength. God Bless you, your kids, and may your husband always be your guardian angel!!!!"

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A third commented: "Oh Jenny, I’m so so sorry. We are holding you in love and light. I didn’t know him but anyone who chose to spend their life with you must have been an incredible person. What a loss for the world."

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A fourth said: "Jenny, I keep trying to find the right words to write, but no words express how deeply saddened I feel for you and the kids. I can only pray you find peace in your hearts and strength to carry on and know your angel will always be with you!"

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After the reality TV show, the magician appeared on Season 2 of Penn &amp; Teller: Fool Us.

Scott is survived by his wife and their three children.

Our thoughts are with Scott's family, friends, and fans at this time.

<em><strong>This is a breaking news story . More to follow...</strong></em>
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<p>America's Got Talent alum Scott Alexander has passed away from a stroke.</p>
<p>As reported by <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/02/07/agt-magician-scott-alexander-dead-dies/?adid=social-fb&amp;fbclid=IwAR3Yjpv8csYCoaiCxVfRb9c9Fpb0K17BYSwVy_a24gmY0F_Upez6s1V0eMM">TMZ</a>, the magician - who competed in season six of the reality series before his elimination in the quarterfinals - has passed away after suffering from a stroke.</p>
<p>In a statement shared by his wife Jenny Alexander on Monday (February 6), she wrote to her followers on the social media platform that her husband tragically died while working on a cruise ship on Sunday.</p>
<p>"I lost my husband yesterday. My kids lost their father. He suffered a stroke while working on a cruise ship in St Kitts and did not make it home to us. We are shattered. Please hold us in your prayers," she posted on Instagram.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Read her tribute post below: </strong></p>
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<p>Upon seeing the devastating news, many people took to the comment section to send their condolences to Scott's wife and children.</p>
<p>One user penned an emotional tribute, writing: "Jenny, my deepest condolences to you and your family. Both you and Scott hold a very dear place in my heart as your act was the very first professional stage hand job I had way back in 1998 at Wizards Weekend in Minneapolis, MN."</p>
<p>"I learned a tremendous amount from that show that allowed me to be successful with other acts. As an added bonus, you introduced me to the band Squirrel Nut Zippers when you performed the cremation illusion," they continued.</p>
<p>"I am absolutely devastated with this news. You and your family are in my thoughts and know that I am grieving with you," they added.</p>
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<p>Another shared: "I'm sitting here in shock staring at my computer screen. Jenny, my heart is heavy thinking of you and your kids. I will be praying for you all for strength. God Bless you, your kids, and may your husband always be your guardian angel!!!!"</p>
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<p>A third commented: "Oh Jenny, I’m so so sorry. We are holding you in love and light. I didn’t know him but anyone who chose to spend their life with you must have been an incredible person. What a loss for the world."</p>
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<p>A fourth said: "Jenny, I keep trying to find the right words to write, but no words express how deeply saddened I feel for you and the kids. I can only pray you find peace in your hearts and strength to carry on and know your angel will always be with you!"</p>
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<p>After the reality TV show, the magician appeared on Season 2 of Penn &amp; Teller: Fool Us.</p>
<p>Scott is survived by his wife and their three children.</p>
<p>Our thoughts are with Scott's family, friends, and fans at this time.</p>
<p><em><strong>This is a breaking news story . More to follow...</strong></em></p>
<h2>Featured image credit: Richard Levine / Alamy</h2>


BREAKING: 'America's Got Talent' magician Scott Alexander has died

A mother has recalled the time that she had to "breastfeed her husband" while they were on vacation after she forgot her milk pump.

Parenting is a wonderful thing, isn't it? Nurturing a new life and watching a small version of yourself experience the world for the first time can be so rewarding.

Often what isn't thought about when trying for a child is the less glamorous side of parenting.

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For starters, diaper changes take some getting used to, and the lack of sleep can be brutal. This is all before the terrible twos hit when every day becomes a negotiation.

Another ordeal that often doesn't make it to conversations with prospective new parents is the swelling that breastfeeding mothers often experience around their chest.

This is something Janelle McAloon, 32, from Boston now knows all too well, as she forgot to pack her breast pump when going on vacation and was forced to resort to desperate measures.

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The mom took to TikTok where she revealed to her followers that she, along with her husband Joshua, were enjoying a lovely getaway in Puerto Rico.

But the four-day vacation was thrown into turmoil when Janelle realized that she had forgotten her breast pump, causing her breasts to feel like they were "on fire."

Luckily, Joshua was on hand to help out. "You know the part in your marriage vows, 'For better or for worse?'," Janelle said. "Well, I had to take my husband up on that this last week."

"My boobs are on fire. By the first day, I'm like, 'Josh, I need you to help me out'. And that's what we did. I'm here to tell you, I had to breastfeed my husband."

Janelle captioned the video "the awkwardness was real," and wrote over herself talking: "Desperate times call for desperate measures..."

The video has been viewed over 188,000 times and the comments are as hilarious as you would expect given the subject matter.

One person said: "Did you at least give him cookies to go along with it?" and another added: "Probably the best vacation ever for your husband."

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A third person explained how they've been in a similar situation: "As a husband w/ children, I have had to sacrifice in this way. I did my husbandry duties to the letter."

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Janelle and Joshua are probably closer than they've ever been after this bizarre episode, and it truly shows that love knows no bounds.
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<p>A mother has recalled the time that she had to "breastfeed her husband" while they were on vacation after she forgot her milk pump.</p>
<p>Parenting is a wonderful thing, isn't it? Nurturing a new life and watching a small version of yourself experience the world for the first time can be so rewarding.</p>
<p>Often what isn't thought about when trying for a child is the less glamorous side of parenting.</p>
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<p>For starters, diaper changes take some getting used to, and the lack of sleep can be brutal. This is all before the terrible twos hit when every day becomes a negotiation.</p>
<p>Another ordeal that often doesn't make it to conversations with prospective new parents is the swelling that breastfeeding mothers often experience around their chest.</p>
<p>This is something Janelle McAloon, 32, from Boston now knows all too well, as she forgot to pack her breast pump when going on vacation and was forced to resort to desperate measures.</p>

<p>The mom took to TikTok where she revealed to her followers that she, along with her husband Joshua, were enjoying a lovely getaway in Puerto Rico.</p>
<p>But the four-day vacation was thrown into turmoil when Janelle realized that she had forgotten her breast pump, causing her breasts to feel like they were "on fire."</p>
<p>Luckily, Joshua was on hand to help out. "You know the part in your marriage vows, 'For better or for worse?'," Janelle said. "Well, I had to take my husband up on that this last week."</p>
<p>"My boobs are on fire. By the first day, I'm like, 'Josh, I need you to help me out'. And that's what we did. I'm here to tell you, I had to breastfeed my husband."</p>
<p>Janelle captioned the video "the awkwardness was real," and wrote over herself talking: "Desperate times call for desperate measures..."</p>
<p>The video has been viewed over 188,000 times and the comments are as hilarious as you would expect given the subject matter.</p>
<p>One person said: "Did you at least give him cookies to go along with it?" and another added: "Probably the best vacation ever for your husband."</p>
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<p>A third person explained how they've been in a similar situation: "As a husband w/ children, I have had to sacrifice in this way. I did my husbandry duties to the letter."</p>
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<p>Janelle and Joshua are probably closer than they've ever been after this bizarre episode, and it truly shows that love knows no bounds.</p>
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Mom recalls the time she 'had to breastfeed her husband'

<a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/james-cameron-reveals-leonardo-dicaprio-nearly-lost-titanic-role-due-to-his-diva-attitude" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Leonardo DiCaprio</a> has been slammed on social media after being seen with a 19-year-old model.

Last summer, the 48-year-old Hollywood superstar - who is notorious for his string of much younger girlfriends - broke up with his long-term partner Camila Morrone, a few months after she turned 25.

After the news broke, many people began cracking jokes about how DiCaprio allegedly ends things with his girlfriends when they reach their mid-twenties. He is also accused of never having dated anyone over the age of 25.

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It appeared to some that The Wolf of the Wall Street actor was attempting to dispel these rumors by getting cozy with slightly older models such as <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/leonardo-dicaprio-47-seen-cozying-up-to-gigi-hadid-27-and-people-are-cracking-jokes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">27-year-old Gigi Hadid</a>.
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>DiCaprio and his rumored new girlfriend: </strong></p>
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Now, it has been rumored that the Titanic star is back in a relationship with an even younger woman after pictures emerged of him attending a party with Israeli model Ebony Riley.

Upon seeing the new pictures, many people couldn't help but share their disappointment with the actor's dating preferences as one user wrote: "I've reached the stage in my life where Leonardo DiCaprio's girlfriend is younger than me."

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Another person said: "Leonardo DiCaprio’s girlfriend is so young her high school experience was interrupted by COVID-19."

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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Relive the unforgettable moment Ricky Gervais roasted DiCaprio for dating much younger women:</strong></p>
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A third chimed in and commented: "Leonardo DiCaprio is nearly 50 and dating teenage girls. I’m sorry, but a 50-year-old man that dates teenagers is a predator. Being a celebrity doesn’t exempt him from being a creep."

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A fourth remarked: "Things 48-year-old, Leonardo DiCaprio’s 19-year-old female 'friend' can't do because she’s too young: - Rent a car - Buy alcohol - Watched the Titanic when it first came out. If you can't see a problem with this, you're part of the problem."

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One person added a strange new context by comparing the 29-year age gap between DiCaprio and Riley to Pedro Pascal's age gap with his The Last Of Us co-star, Bella Ramsey.

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Before The Revenant actor was seen with the teen, he was romantically linked to 23-year-old model Victoria Lamas after being spotted out in public with her in December.

Lamas - who is the daughter of actor Lorenzo Lamas - told the <a href="https://nypost.com/2022/12/29/lorenzo-lamas-daughter-victoria-smitten-with-leonardo-dicaprio/">New York Post</a> that she was "smitten" by DiCaprio and said that they are "friends, not in a serious relationship".

Nevertheless, the award-winning actor's dating life has not only become <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/leonardo-dicaprio-is-reportedly-pursuing-gigi-hadid-27-and-people-are-making-the-same-joke" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the butt of jokes</a> for many people on social media but also in Hollywood as Amy Schumer mocked him during the Academy Awards last year.

''He's done so much to fight climate change and leave behind a cleaner, greener planet… for his girlfriends," the 41-year-old <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-3Uw5s1oXo">jested</a>.
<h6>Featured image credit: UPI / Alamy</h6>

<p><a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/james-cameron-reveals-leonardo-dicaprio-nearly-lost-titanic-role-due-to-his-diva-attitude" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Leonardo DiCaprio</a> has been slammed on social media after being seen with a 19-year-old model.</p>
<p>Last summer, the 48-year-old Hollywood superstar - who is notorious for his string of much younger girlfriends - broke up with his long-term partner Camila Morrone, a few months after she turned 25.</p>
<p>After the news broke, many people began cracking jokes about how DiCaprio allegedly ends things with his girlfriends when they reach their mid-twenties. He is also accused of never having dated anyone over the age of 25.</p>
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<p>It appeared to some that The Wolf of the Wall Street actor was attempting to dispel these rumors by getting cozy with slightly older models such as <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/leonardo-dicaprio-47-seen-cozying-up-to-gigi-hadid-27-and-people-are-cracking-jokes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">27-year-old Gigi Hadid</a>.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>DiCaprio and his rumored new girlfriend: </strong></p>
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<p>Now, it has been rumored that the Titanic star is back in a relationship with an even younger woman after pictures emerged of him attending a party with Israeli model Ebony Riley.</p>
<p>Upon seeing the new pictures, many people couldn't help but share their disappointment with the actor's dating preferences as one user wrote: "I've reached the stage in my life where Leonardo DiCaprio's girlfriend is younger than me."</p>
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<p>Another person said: "Leonardo DiCaprio’s girlfriend is so young her high school experience was interrupted by COVID-19."</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Relive the unforgettable moment Ricky Gervais roasted DiCaprio for dating much younger women:</strong></p>
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<p>A third chimed in and commented: "Leonardo DiCaprio is nearly 50 and dating teenage girls. I’m sorry, but a 50-year-old man that dates teenagers is a predator. Being a celebrity doesn’t exempt him from being a creep."</p>
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<p>A fourth remarked: "Things 48-year-old, Leonardo DiCaprio’s 19-year-old female 'friend' can't do because she’s too young: - Rent a car - Buy alcohol - Watched the Titanic when it first came out. If you can't see a problem with this, you're part of the problem."</p>
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<p>One person added a strange new context by comparing the 29-year age gap between DiCaprio and Riley to Pedro Pascal's age gap with his The Last Of Us co-star, Bella Ramsey.</p>
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<p>Before The Revenant actor was seen with the teen, he was romantically linked to 23-year-old model Victoria Lamas after being spotted out in public with her in December.</p>
<p>Lamas - who is the daughter of actor Lorenzo Lamas - told the <a href="https://nypost.com/2022/12/29/lorenzo-lamas-daughter-victoria-smitten-with-leonardo-dicaprio/">New York Post</a> that she was "smitten" by DiCaprio and said that they are "friends, not in a serious relationship".</p>
<p>Nevertheless, the award-winning actor's dating life has not only become <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/leonardo-dicaprio-is-reportedly-pursuing-gigi-hadid-27-and-people-are-making-the-same-joke" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the butt of jokes</a> for many people on social media but also in Hollywood as Amy Schumer mocked him during the Academy Awards last year.</p>
<p>''He's done so much to fight climate change and leave behind a cleaner, greener planet… for his girlfriends," the 41-year-old <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-3Uw5s1oXo">jested</a>.</p>
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Leonardo DiCaprio spotted with model, 19, months after split from 25-year-old ex

Pamela Anderson has responded to Tim Allen's denial that <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/tim-allens-home-improvement-co-star-sheds-light-on-clip-of-him-flashing-her" target="_blank" rel="noopener">he flashed her in 1991</a> on the set of Home Improvement.

The actress and model, 55, has recently earned praise from fans following the release of her documentary Pamela, A Love Story, and her memoir Love, Pamela on January 31.

Both the documentary and her memoir offer readers and viewers a glimpse into her never-before-seen private life, after years of being slut shamed and ridiculed due to her busty appearance, as well as the leak of her sex tape with then-husband Tommy Lee. The mom-of-two also speaks specifically about her sexual assault and her dislike of the recent Hulu series Pam &amp; Tommy.

In her memoir specifically, Anderson recalls the moment Allen, then 37, allegedly flashed her on the set of Home Improvement when she was just 23.
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out this scene featuring Allen and Anderson on Home Improvement:</strong></p>
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In an excerpt of her memoir, which was obtained by <a href="https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/pam-anderson-tim-allen-flashed-penis-home-improvement-1235498326/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Variety</a>, Anderson wrote: "On the first day of filming [Home Improvement], I walked out of my dressing room, and Tim was in the hallway in his robe. He opened his robe and flashed me quickly - completely naked underneath.

"He said it was only fair, because he had seen me naked. Now we're even. I laughed uncomfortably."

[caption id="attachment_1263193505" align="aligncenter" width="1903"]<img class="wp-image-1263193505 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/PM56B5-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="1903" height="2560" /> Richard Karn, Tim Allen, and Pamela Anderson on the set of Home Improvement. Credit: PictureLux / The Hollywood Archive / Alamy[/caption]

Following the release of the memoir Allen, now 69, then said in a statement to Variety: "No, it never happened. I would never do such a thing."

Anderson then responded to Allen's denial of the incident, telling <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VkDBMao6tyw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Entertainment Tonight Canada</a>: "How could you make that up?... You can't make that stuff up. He has to deny it because look at the times we're in. What if he said, 'Oh yeah, I did that.'"

The Barb Wire actress then added that "a lot of these stories" in her memoir are "just the tip of the iceberg".

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Fans and viewers of Anderson's documentary have commended the former Playboy star on speaking out against how she had been wronged by the media since the 90s. After her sex tape was leaked without her consent - which subsequently went to court - it was argued that Anderson didn't have the right to privacy given that she'd already posed naked for Playboy.

"It made me feel like I was such a horrible woman," Anderon recalled in the Netflix doc. "I'm just a piece of meat. That this should mean nothing to me because I'm such a whore, basically."

Both Anderson and her son slammed the Hulu series Pam &amp; Tommy - which focused on the sex tape and starred Lily James and Sebastian Stan. Anderson herself has refused to watch it, revealing in her documentary that it made her feel sick. "I blocked that out of my life. I had to, in order to survive, really. It was a survival mechanism," she said.

"And now that it's all coming up again, I feel sick, in my whole stomach, from the middle of my chest, all the way down, just, my stomach feels like it's been punched. I don't feel good right now," Anderson added.
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<p>Pamela Anderson has responded to Tim Allen's denial that <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/tim-allens-home-improvement-co-star-sheds-light-on-clip-of-him-flashing-her" target="_blank" rel="noopener">he flashed her in 1991</a> on the set of Home Improvement.</p>
<p>The actress and model, 55, has recently earned praise from fans following the release of her documentary Pamela, A Love Story, and her memoir Love, Pamela on January 31.</p>
<p>Both the documentary and her memoir offer readers and viewers a glimpse into her never-before-seen private life, after years of being slut shamed and ridiculed due to her busty appearance, as well as the leak of her sex tape with then-husband Tommy Lee. The mom-of-two also speaks specifically about her sexual assault and her dislike of the recent Hulu series Pam &amp; Tommy.</p>
<p>In her memoir specifically, Anderson recalls the moment Allen, then 37, allegedly flashed her on the set of Home Improvement when she was just 23.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out this scene featuring Allen and Anderson on Home Improvement:</strong></p>
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<p>In an excerpt of her memoir, which was obtained by <a href="https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/pam-anderson-tim-allen-flashed-penis-home-improvement-1235498326/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Variety</a>, Anderson wrote: "On the first day of filming [Home Improvement], I walked out of my dressing room, and Tim was in the hallway in his robe. He opened his robe and flashed me quickly - completely naked underneath.</p>
<p>"He said it was only fair, because he had seen me naked. Now we're even. I laughed uncomfortably."</p>
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<p>Following the release of the memoir Allen, now 69, then said in a statement to Variety: "No, it never happened. I would never do such a thing."</p>
<p>Anderson then responded to Allen's denial of the incident, telling <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VkDBMao6tyw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Entertainment Tonight Canada</a>: "How could you make that up?... You can't make that stuff up. He has to deny it because look at the times we're in. What if he said, 'Oh yeah, I did that.'"</p>
<p>The Barb Wire actress then added that "a lot of these stories" in her memoir are "just the tip of the iceberg".</p>
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<p>Fans and viewers of Anderson's documentary have commended the former Playboy star on speaking out against how she had been wronged by the media since the 90s. After her sex tape was leaked without her consent - which subsequently went to court - it was argued that Anderson didn't have the right to privacy given that she'd already posed naked for Playboy.</p>
<p>"It made me feel like I was such a horrible woman," Anderon recalled in the Netflix doc. "I'm just a piece of meat. That this should mean nothing to me because I'm such a whore, basically."</p>
<p>Both Anderson and her son slammed the Hulu series Pam &amp; Tommy - which focused on the sex tape and starred Lily James and Sebastian Stan. Anderson herself has refused to watch it, revealing in her documentary that it made her feel sick. "I blocked that out of my life. I had to, in order to survive, really. It was a survival mechanism," she said.</p>
<p>"And now that it's all coming up again, I feel sick, in my whole stomach, from the middle of my chest, all the way down, just, my stomach feels like it's been punched. I don't feel good right now," Anderson added.</p>
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Pamela Anderson responds to Tim Allen's denial that he flashed her

A mother has caused a big debate after she stated that she doesn't let her kids go to sleepovers because she deems them "unsafe".

Going to a sleepover as a child was an exciting time, although if we're being honest, not much sleeping gets done as bedtimes go out of the window as kids can't contain their excitement due to sleeping in the same room as their friends.

What can often be the first night spent away from parents can sometimes end poorly, as the lack of sleep results in a very grumpy child coming home the following day.

But this isn't just a momentous day for a youngster, it can be an emotional moment for the parents who realize their pride and joy are growing up alarmingly quickly.

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Though letting an excited child have this experience isn't for everyone as Tara Huck revealed, subsequently causing a massive debate online.

Huck, a mother from Virginia, took to both TikTok and Instagram where she gave her divisive parenting opinion in a video where she also revealed that she doesn't limit screen time if school work and chores are done and that she has no time for fussy eaters.

It was the not allowing sleepovers part that really caused an uproar, with the mother having to defend herself in follow-up videos.

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"You don't know what's going to happen, and it has nothing to do with me not trusting my kids," Huck explained. "It has nothing to do with me not wanting my kids to have fun, it has nothing to do with anything besides the fact that you can not be positive that something won't happen to your children at somebody else's house.

"Even if you trust those people they could have older siblings, parents, and friends staying over, there are a million other factors. There are too many other factors that I'm not willing to risk my children's safety for them to have a sleepover."

The mom also spoke to <a href="https://www.today.com/parents/should-kids-attend-sleepovers-are-sleepovers-safe-t239435" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Today</a>, where she explained that kids are vulnerable while they are sleeping and that she wants to eliminate the possibility of her children having a traumatic experience.

Some viewers of her videos were in complete agreement, with one person saying: "I completely agree. I work for the court system and the amount of things I’ve seen throughout the years is horrible. My kids will sleep safe at home."

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Other messages of support included other parents explaining that they feel the same way and that they would do anything to protect their children from trauma.

Though some did not take too kindly to the no sleepover rule, with someone questioning: "To each their own, truly. But, what do you do when your kid goes off to college and they have been sheltered their entire life?"

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Another person added: "my mom did that to me. 'this is not a punishment, it's a precaution'... made me felt [sic] like the only child in my grade. stopped getting invited places."

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Huck raises some good points and a parent should never be scolded for wanting to keep their child safe, but those questioning whether being overprotective can have a negative impact also raise a valid argument.

There's certainly no clear right or wrong answer to this, but let us know your thoughts in the comments!
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<p>A mother has caused a big debate after she stated that she doesn't let her kids go to sleepovers because she deems them "unsafe".</p>
<p>Going to a sleepover as a child was an exciting time, although if we're being honest, not much sleeping gets done as bedtimes go out of the window as kids can't contain their excitement due to sleeping in the same room as their friends.</p>
<p>What can often be the first night spent away from parents can sometimes end poorly, as the lack of sleep results in a very grumpy child coming home the following day.</p>
<p>But this isn't just a momentous day for a youngster, it can be an emotional moment for the parents who realize their pride and joy are growing up alarmingly quickly.</p>

<p>Though letting an excited child have this experience isn't for everyone as Tara Huck revealed, subsequently causing a massive debate online.</p>
<p>Huck, a mother from Virginia, took to both TikTok and Instagram where she gave her divisive parenting opinion in a video where she also revealed that she doesn't limit screen time if school work and chores are done and that she has no time for fussy eaters.</p>
<p>It was the not allowing sleepovers part that really caused an uproar, with the mother having to defend herself in follow-up videos.</p>

<p>"You don't know what's going to happen, and it has nothing to do with me not trusting my kids," Huck explained. "It has nothing to do with me not wanting my kids to have fun, it has nothing to do with anything besides the fact that you can not be positive that something won't happen to your children at somebody else's house.</p>
<p>"Even if you trust those people they could have older siblings, parents, and friends staying over, there are a million other factors. There are too many other factors that I'm not willing to risk my children's safety for them to have a sleepover."</p>
<p>The mom also spoke to <a href="https://www.today.com/parents/should-kids-attend-sleepovers-are-sleepovers-safe-t239435" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Today</a>, where she explained that kids are vulnerable while they are sleeping and that she wants to eliminate the possibility of her children having a traumatic experience.</p>
<p>Some viewers of her videos were in complete agreement, with one person saying: "I completely agree. I work for the court system and the amount of things I’ve seen throughout the years is horrible. My kids will sleep safe at home."</p>
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<p>Other messages of support included other parents explaining that they feel the same way and that they would do anything to protect their children from trauma.</p>
<p>Though some did not take too kindly to the no sleepover rule, with someone questioning: "To each their own, truly. But, what do you do when your kid goes off to college and they have been sheltered their entire life?"</p>
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<p>Another person added: "my mom did that to me. 'this is not a punishment, it's a precaution'... made me felt [sic] like the only child in my grade. stopped getting invited places."</p>
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<p>Huck raises some good points and a parent should never be scolded for wanting to keep their child safe, but those questioning whether being overprotective can have a negative impact also raise a valid argument.</p>
<p>There's certainly no clear right or wrong answer to this, but let us know your thoughts in the comments!</p>
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Mom divides opinion after revealing she doesn't let her kids go to sleepovers

A video has emerged on social media of <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/cardi-b-and-offsets-extreme-pda-on-grammys-red-carpet-is-making-people-uncomfortable" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cardi B</a> appearing to settle an alleged altercation between <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/fans-call-out-cardi-b-and-offset-for-giving-daughter-50000-cash-for-4th-birthday" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Offset</a> and Quavo at the 2023 Grammy awards.

According to <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/02/06/quavo-offset-fight-backstage-grammys-takeoff-tribute/">TMZ</a>, the rappers reportedly got into a brawl backstage at the music awards on Sunday (January 5) before the 31-year-old - whose real name is Quavious Keyate Marshall - was supposed to perform 'Without You' with Maverick City Music.

It was alleged that Quavo refused to allow the fellow 31-year-old - whose full name is Kiari Kendrell Cephus - to take part in a touching tribute for their late group member Takeoff, who was tragically killed last November.

After seeing the claims, Offset took to his Twitter page to deny it and urged that there was no "fight" between him and Quavo.
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Read Offset's tweet below:</strong></p>
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Offset wrote: "What ** look like fighting my brother [yall] n****s is crazy," however, a clip has now emerged of a woman - believed to be his 30-year-old rapper wife - screaming and shouting at the pair to calm down.

In the footage filmed on an iPhone and obtained by <a href="https://www.etonline.com/cardi-b-gets-heated-backstage-at-the-grammys-amid-reported-fight-between-offset-and-quavo-198648">Entertainment Tonight</a> backstage at the Grammys, the woman shouted: "Both of y’all wrong. This is not right. No b***** shut the f*** up ‘cause you shouldn’t have been talking."

However, it's not clear who the 'WAP' hitmaker is allegedly yelling at or what exactly led to that moment. She has also not addressed the clip.

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Later, while speaking to the <a href="https://www.etonline.com/cardi-b-gets-heated-backstage-at-the-grammys-amid-reported-fight-between-offset-and-quavo-198648">outlet</a>, the 'Bodak Yellow' star was asked about "settling some stuff" that had reportedly gone on just before Quavo went out to perform and she jested: "Settling? The only thing I settled was my outfit, honey."

The rapper group broke up in 2022 when Offset left, but Quavo and the late 28-year-old continued to perform as a duo called Unc &amp; Phew - named after their familial relationship as Takeoff was Quavo's nephew.

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The rappers put out their album in October before <a href="https://vt.co/news/breaking-takeoff-from-migos-reportedly-shot-dead-aged-28" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Takeoff was shot</a> and murdered during a fight outside a bowling alley in Houston, Texas, on November 1. Quavo was present during the altercation.

A 33-year-old man named Patrick Xavier Clark was arrested in December as a suspect in the murder, while the police also apprehended 22-year-old Cameron Joshua, who was charged with the unlawful carrying of a weapon in connection to the shooting, per <a href="https://metro.co.uk/2023/02/07/cardi-b-screams-at-offset-and-quavo-backstage-at-grammys-amid-fight-18236778/">Metro</a>.

[caption id="attachment_1263193497" align="aligncenter" width="1771"]<img class="wp-image-1263193497 size-full" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2HYJW56-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="1771" height="2560" /> The late Takeoff from Migos. Credit: AFF / Alamy[/caption]

Takeoff was one of the stars honored during the Grammys 'In Memoriam' segment, along with other stars in the world of music who had died in the past year.

After Quavo's emotional performance for Takeoff, the <a href="https://www.etonline.com/cardi-b-gets-heated-backstage-at-the-grammys-amid-reported-fight-between-offset-and-quavo-198648">outlet</a> asked him about the importance of being at the award ceremony for his nephew and he said: "Very important. Long live Takeoff."
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<p>A video has emerged on social media of <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/cardi-b-and-offsets-extreme-pda-on-grammys-red-carpet-is-making-people-uncomfortable" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cardi B</a> appearing to settle an alleged altercation between <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/fans-call-out-cardi-b-and-offset-for-giving-daughter-50000-cash-for-4th-birthday" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Offset</a> and Quavo at the 2023 Grammy awards.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/02/06/quavo-offset-fight-backstage-grammys-takeoff-tribute/">TMZ</a>, the rappers reportedly got into a brawl backstage at the music awards on Sunday (January 5) before the 31-year-old - whose real name is Quavious Keyate Marshall - was supposed to perform 'Without You' with Maverick City Music.</p>
<p>It was alleged that Quavo refused to allow the fellow 31-year-old - whose full name is Kiari Kendrell Cephus - to take part in a touching tribute for their late group member Takeoff, who was tragically killed last November.</p>
<p>After seeing the claims, Offset took to his Twitter page to deny it and urged that there was no "fight" between him and Quavo.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Read Offset's tweet below:</strong></p>
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<p>Offset wrote: "What ** look like fighting my brother [yall] n****s is crazy," however, a clip has now emerged of a woman - believed to be his 30-year-old rapper wife - screaming and shouting at the pair to calm down.</p>
<p>In the footage filmed on an iPhone and obtained by <a href="https://www.etonline.com/cardi-b-gets-heated-backstage-at-the-grammys-amid-reported-fight-between-offset-and-quavo-198648">Entertainment Tonight</a> backstage at the Grammys, the woman shouted: "Both of y’all wrong. This is not right. No b***** shut the f*** up ‘cause you shouldn’t have been talking."</p>
<p>However, it's not clear who the 'WAP' hitmaker is allegedly yelling at or what exactly led to that moment. She has also not addressed the clip.</p>
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<p>Later, while speaking to the <a href="https://www.etonline.com/cardi-b-gets-heated-backstage-at-the-grammys-amid-reported-fight-between-offset-and-quavo-198648">outlet</a>, the 'Bodak Yellow' star was asked about "settling some stuff" that had reportedly gone on just before Quavo went out to perform and she jested: "Settling? The only thing I settled was my outfit, honey."</p>
<p>The rapper group broke up in 2022 when Offset left, but Quavo and the late 28-year-old continued to perform as a duo called Unc &amp; Phew - named after their familial relationship as Takeoff was Quavo's nephew.</p>
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<p>The rappers put out their album in October before <a href="https://vt.co/news/breaking-takeoff-from-migos-reportedly-shot-dead-aged-28" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Takeoff was shot</a> and murdered during a fight outside a bowling alley in Houston, Texas, on November 1. Quavo was present during the altercation.</p>
<p>A 33-year-old man named Patrick Xavier Clark was arrested in December as a suspect in the murder, while the police also apprehended 22-year-old Cameron Joshua, who was charged with the unlawful carrying of a weapon in connection to the shooting, per <a href="https://metro.co.uk/2023/02/07/cardi-b-screams-at-offset-and-quavo-backstage-at-grammys-amid-fight-18236778/">Metro</a>.</p>
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<p>Takeoff was one of the stars honored during the Grammys 'In Memoriam' segment, along with other stars in the world of music who had died in the past year.</p>
<p>After Quavo's emotional performance for Takeoff, the <a href="https://www.etonline.com/cardi-b-gets-heated-backstage-at-the-grammys-amid-reported-fight-between-offset-and-quavo-198648">outlet</a> asked him about the importance of being at the award ceremony for his nephew and he said: "Very important. Long live Takeoff."</p>
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Footage appears to show Cardi B 'screaming at Migos' amid rumors pair fought over Takeoff tribute

Jay-Z has given a brutally honest response to Beyoncé losing Album of the Year to Harry Styles at this year's Grammys, the fourth time she's lost the coveted award.

Despite making history as the artist with the most Grammy awards - of which she has 32 in total - Beyoncé's loss to Harry has been <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/beyonce-fans-are-demanding-harry-styles-apologize-to-star-after-grammys-speech" target="_blank" rel="noopener">deemed a major upset</a>.

The 41-year-old singer has lost thrice previously - I Am... Sasha Fierce lost to Taylor Swift's Fearless in 2010, her self-titled Beyoncé album lost to Beck's Morning Phase in 2015, and Lemonade lost to Adele's 25 in 2017.

Fortunately, Beyoncé's husband - fellow musician Jay-Z - has been there to support her.

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The 53-year-old '99 Problems' rapper was asked by <a href="https://tidal.com/magazine/article/jay-z-grammys/1-89371" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tidal</a> why he believed Beyoncé was deserving of the Album of the Year award, to which he replied: "Look what it's done to the culture. Look how the energy of the world moved. They play her whole album in the club. I don't know if I've ever seen that. The whole entire joint - like, everything?! Every remix is amazing. Everyone's inspired. It has inspired the world. Every remix is better than the other one.

"It's inspiring creativity," he added. "When it just inspires creativity, that's an album. That has to be Album of the Year. It has to be."

He also discussed Queen Bey's previous Album of the Year losses, saying that people simply weren't ready for them and that they were ahead of their time. "Even with Bey, I felt like they missed the moment. Not just Lemonade; [also] when Beck won over her [for Album of the Year at the 2015 show]. I was like, 'Oh, y'all missed it.'
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"For the culture, I love this s**t so much I want them to get it right. I want to experience those moments when it's the culmination of when Michael popped off," he said. "That moment left an indelible mark on us forever. Or when Lauryn Hill came through and it was Miseducation and she won those joints [five Grammy Awards in 1999]. We knew that was her moment. We wanted to witness that moment and celebrate her. She made something that's going to stand the test of time."

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Many Beyoncé fans have taken to social media to comment on why they believe that she was robbed of a 33rd Grammy, with one person tweeting: "harry styles' album wasn't bad but winning album of the year over beyoncé, adele, kendrick lamar, and bad bunny is ridiculous to me lmao. grammys really manage to do this every year."

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"Beyoncé was robbed. This was so underwhelming. People are leaving by the masses," another comment read.

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A further user chimed in: "YALL CHOSE HARRY STYLES OVER BEYONCÉ FOR [Album of The Year]????"

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<p>Jay-Z has given a brutally honest response to Beyoncé losing Album of the Year to Harry Styles at this year's Grammys, the fourth time she's lost the coveted award.</p>
<p>Despite making history as the artist with the most Grammy awards - of which she has 32 in total - Beyoncé's loss to Harry has been <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/beyonce-fans-are-demanding-harry-styles-apologize-to-star-after-grammys-speech" target="_blank" rel="noopener">deemed a major upset</a>.</p>
<p>The 41-year-old singer has lost thrice previously - I Am... Sasha Fierce lost to Taylor Swift's Fearless in 2010, her self-titled Beyoncé album lost to Beck's Morning Phase in 2015, and Lemonade lost to Adele's 25 in 2017.</p>
<p>Fortunately, Beyoncé's husband - fellow musician Jay-Z - has been there to support her.</p>
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<p>The 53-year-old '99 Problems' rapper was asked by <a href="https://tidal.com/magazine/article/jay-z-grammys/1-89371" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tidal</a> why he believed Beyoncé was deserving of the Album of the Year award, to which he replied: "Look what it's done to the culture. Look how the energy of the world moved. They play her whole album in the club. I don't know if I've ever seen that. The whole entire joint - like, everything?! Every remix is amazing. Everyone's inspired. It has inspired the world. Every remix is better than the other one.</p>
<p>"It's inspiring creativity," he added. "When it just inspires creativity, that's an album. That has to be Album of the Year. It has to be."</p>
<p>He also discussed Queen Bey's previous Album of the Year losses, saying that people simply weren't ready for them and that they were ahead of their time. "Even with Bey, I felt like they missed the moment. Not just Lemonade; [also] when Beck won over her [for Album of the Year at the 2015 show]. I was like, 'Oh, y'all missed it.'</p>
<p>"For the culture, I love this s**t so much I want them to get it right. I want to experience those moments when it's the culmination of when Michael popped off," he said. "That moment left an indelible mark on us forever. Or when Lauryn Hill came through and it was Miseducation and she won those joints [five Grammy Awards in 1999]. We knew that was her moment. We wanted to witness that moment and celebrate her. She made something that's going to stand the test of time."</p>
<p>Many Beyoncé fans have taken to social media to comment on why they believe that she was robbed of a 33rd Grammy, with one person tweeting: "harry styles' album wasn't bad but winning album of the year over beyoncé, adele, kendrick lamar, and bad bunny is ridiculous to me lmao. grammys really manage to do this every year."</p>
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<p>"Beyoncé was robbed. This was so underwhelming. People are leaving by the masses," another comment read.</p>
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<p>A further user chimed in: "YALL CHOSE HARRY STYLES OVER BEYONCÉ FOR [Album of The Year]????"</p>
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Jay-Z gives brutally honest response to Beyonce missing out on Grammy for fourth time

One of Jonah Hill's co-stars in You People has claimed that his on-screen kiss with Lauren London was actually computer-generated.

The Netflix movie - which also featured Eddie Murphy, Nia Long, Julia Louis-Deyfus, and David Duchovny - was released on Netflix in late January, and centers on a new couple who have to learn to adapt to each other's families and cultures.

So far, the flick hasn't fared too well. <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/film/2023/jan/29/you-people-review-frequently-excruciating-culture-clash-comedy-jonah-hill-julia-louis-dreyfus-david-duchovny-eddie-murphy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Guardian</a> called it a "frequently excruciating culture clash," adding that the jokes are "painfully labored" and "run out of steam."

Over at <a href="https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/you_people_2023" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rotten Tomatoes</a>, the film was given a laughable 38% from audience members, while critics were a little more kind with a rating of 44%. "You People carries the unresolved, disjointed tension of a sitcom that's been stretched to the two-hour mark," The Independent said of the movie, via <a href="https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/you_people_2023/reviews?type=top_critics" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rotten Tomatoes</a>.

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Aside from the underwhelming reception, however, the flick allegedly features a CGI kiss between title characters Hill and London.

Andrew Schulz - who portrayed one of Hill's cousins - revealed the secret on his podcast Brilliant Idiots. He discussed one scene in the flick where London and Hill kiss, as flower petals fall onto them. "I don't even know if I should share this s**t, but in the final scene, they don't even kiss," Schulz stated (via <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/andrew-schulz-jonah-hill-lauren-london-fake-cgi-kiss-b2277136.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Independent</a>).

"It's CGI. Swear to God, son," he continued. "I'm there, I'm watching the wedding, and I see them go in for the kiss and their faces stop like this far," Schulz said, holding up his hands to show the distance between Hill and London.

"And I'm like, 'I wonder how they're going to play that in the movie. Oh, they're probably just going to cut right there,'" he added. "But in the movie, you could see their faces come close, and then you can see their faces morph a little bit into a fake kiss."

Viewers immediately took to Twitter to comment on the interesting revelation, with one person writing: "ayo is it true [...]"

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"Half of her got lost in his beard [...]," someone else added.

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Other users were quick to point out that the pair didn't seem to have much chemistry anyway, so computer generating the image made total sense. "They had no chemistry. There was an obviously notable lack of affection between a couple that's supposed to be in the early stages of being in love. So this isn't shocking that they would CGI the final kiss," one tweet read.

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Another person likened the fake pash to a scene in the Matrix where an agent makes skin grow over the mouth of Keanu Reeves' character Neo. "Not the Matrix lips," a further user quipped.

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<p>One of Jonah Hill's co-stars in You People has claimed that his on-screen kiss with Lauren London was actually computer-generated.</p>
<p>The Netflix movie - which also featured Eddie Murphy, Nia Long, Julia Louis-Deyfus, and David Duchovny - was released on Netflix in late January, and centers on a new couple who have to learn to adapt to each other's families and cultures.</p>
<p>So far, the flick hasn't fared too well. <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/film/2023/jan/29/you-people-review-frequently-excruciating-culture-clash-comedy-jonah-hill-julia-louis-dreyfus-david-duchovny-eddie-murphy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Guardian</a> called it a "frequently excruciating culture clash," adding that the jokes are "painfully labored" and "run out of steam."</p>
<p>Over at <a href="https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/you_people_2023" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rotten Tomatoes</a>, the film was given a laughable 38% from audience members, while critics were a little more kind with a rating of 44%. "You People carries the unresolved, disjointed tension of a sitcom that's been stretched to the two-hour mark," The Independent said of the movie, via <a href="https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/you_people_2023/reviews?type=top_critics" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rotten Tomatoes</a>.</p>
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<p>Aside from the underwhelming reception, however, the flick allegedly features a CGI kiss between title characters Hill and London.</p>
<p>Andrew Schulz - who portrayed one of Hill's cousins - revealed the secret on his podcast Brilliant Idiots. He discussed one scene in the flick where London and Hill kiss, as flower petals fall onto them. "I don't even know if I should share this s**t, but in the final scene, they don't even kiss," Schulz stated (via <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/andrew-schulz-jonah-hill-lauren-london-fake-cgi-kiss-b2277136.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Independent</a>).</p>
<p>"It's CGI. Swear to God, son," he continued. "I'm there, I'm watching the wedding, and I see them go in for the kiss and their faces stop like this far," Schulz said, holding up his hands to show the distance between Hill and London.</p>
<p>"And I'm like, 'I wonder how they're going to play that in the movie. Oh, they're probably just going to cut right there,'" he added. "But in the movie, you could see their faces come close, and then you can see their faces morph a little bit into a fake kiss."</p>
<p>Viewers immediately took to Twitter to comment on the interesting revelation, with one person writing: "ayo is it true [...]"</p>
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<p>"Half of her got lost in his beard [...]," someone else added.</p>
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<p>Other users were quick to point out that the pair didn't seem to have much chemistry anyway, so computer generating the image made total sense. "They had no chemistry. There was an obviously notable lack of affection between a couple that's supposed to be in the early stages of being in love. So this isn't shocking that they would CGI the final kiss," one tweet read.</p>
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<p>Another person likened the fake pash to a scene in the Matrix where an agent makes skin grow over the mouth of Keanu Reeves' character Neo. "Not the Matrix lips," a further user quipped.</p>
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'You People' kiss between Jonah Hill and Lauren London was CGI, co-star claims

Chris Brown has apologized to the artist who ultimately won the award that he was nominated for after he was called out for his "disgusting" response to losing out on the gong.

At the 65th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, February 5, <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/music/chris-brown-rages-after-losing-grammy-award-to-artist-hes-never-heard-of">Robert Glasper won the award for best R&amp;B album for his 2022 record Black Radio III.</a>

His competition included the deluxe edition of Brown's 10th studio album Breezy and albums by Mary J. Blige, Lucky Daye, and PJ Morton.
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out the moment Brown lost out to Glasper:</strong></p>
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Following the ceremony, the 'Call Me Every Day' singer, 33, took to Instagram to belittle Glasper's win - simply because he hadn't heard of him.

In a post that has since been deleted from his Instagram Stories, he wrote: "Y’all playing. Who da f*** is this?" followed by a series of laughing-crying emojis.

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Carrying on his mean-spirited tirade, the 'No Guidance' singer added: "Who the f*** is Robert Glasper? I’ma keep kicking y’all a** respectfully."

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In yet more since-deleted Stories, the father of three wrote: "I gotta get my skills up…Ima start playing the harmonica." He then posted a Photoshopped image of himself playing the harmonica, as he quipped: "New Level Unlocked! Harmonica Breezy."

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Brown's behavior was immediately called out by internet users, with one writing: "Chris Brown Karma keep coming around.. thats why he’s not getting all of those flowers.. that IG story was so disgusting."

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Another chimed in: "Chris Brown being unaware of Robert Glasper tells me everything I need to know about why he’s still making regurgitated 2012 era R&amp;B/Pop."

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A third commented: "Robet glasper is a talented guy and he deserves the win!! take that chris brown."

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The controversial musician has now apologized for the way he reacted to Glasper's win, taking to his Stories yet again to share a lengthy message in support of the 44-year-old pianist.

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"Congratulations my brother," Brown started the message.

"I would like to apologize if you took offense to my reaction at the Grammys .. you were not the intended target and I know I came off really rude and mean. After doing my research I actually think your amazing ... THE ORGANIZATION ISNT DOING US BLACKS OUR DUE DILIGENCE. YOU AND I SHOULD never be in the same categor," he continued.

Concluding the message, he said: "Two totally different vibes and genres. So from one black man to another.. CONGRATULATIONS.. HOPE YOU ARE ABLE TO FEED YOUR FAMILY FOR LIFE. God bless my G."
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<p>Chris Brown has apologized to the artist who ultimately won the award that he was nominated for after he was called out for his "disgusting" response to losing out on the gong.</p>
<p>At the 65th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, February 5, <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/music/chris-brown-rages-after-losing-grammy-award-to-artist-hes-never-heard-of">Robert Glasper won the award for best R&amp;B album for his 2022 record Black Radio III.</a></p>
<p>His competition included the deluxe edition of Brown's 10th studio album Breezy and albums by Mary J. Blige, Lucky Daye, and PJ Morton.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out the moment Brown lost out to Glasper:</strong></p>
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<p>Following the ceremony, the 'Call Me Every Day' singer, 33, took to Instagram to belittle Glasper's win - simply because he hadn't heard of him.</p>
<p>In a post that has since been deleted from his Instagram Stories, he wrote: "Y’all playing. Who da f*** is this?" followed by a series of laughing-crying emojis.</p>
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<p>Carrying on his mean-spirited tirade, the 'No Guidance' singer added: "Who the f*** is Robert Glasper? I’ma keep kicking y’all a** respectfully."</p>
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<p>In yet more since-deleted Stories, the father of three wrote: "I gotta get my skills up…Ima start playing the harmonica." He then posted a Photoshopped image of himself playing the harmonica, as he quipped: "New Level Unlocked! Harmonica Breezy."</p>
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<p>Brown's behavior was immediately called out by internet users, with one writing: "Chris Brown Karma keep coming around.. thats why he’s not getting all of those flowers.. that IG story was so disgusting."</p>
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<p>Another chimed in: "Chris Brown being unaware of Robert Glasper tells me everything I need to know about why he’s still making regurgitated 2012 era R&amp;B/Pop."</p>
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<p>A third commented: "Robet glasper is a talented guy and he deserves the win!! take that chris brown."</p>
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<p>The controversial musician has now apologized for the way he reacted to Glasper's win, taking to his Stories yet again to share a lengthy message in support of the 44-year-old pianist.</p>
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<p>"Congratulations my brother," Brown started the message.</p>
<p>"I would like to apologize if you took offense to my reaction at the Grammys .. you were not the intended target and I know I came off really rude and mean. After doing my research I actually think your amazing ... THE ORGANIZATION ISNT DOING US BLACKS OUR DUE DILIGENCE. YOU AND I SHOULD never be in the same categor," he continued.</p>
<p>Concluding the message, he said: "Two totally different vibes and genres. So from one black man to another.. CONGRATULATIONS.. HOPE YOU ARE ABLE TO FEED YOUR FAMILY FOR LIFE. God bless my G."</p>
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Chris Brown apologizes to Grammy winner after receiving backlash for 'disgusting' reaction to losing to him

The Grammys are known for some avant-garde fashion looks on the red carpet - but there are always some hits and misses in certain people's eyes.

From <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/harry-styles-bold-grammys-look-divides-the-internet">Harry Styles' multicolored,</a> bedazzled, patchwork one-piece to<a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/people-think-sam-smith-was-worshiping-the-devil-during-grammys-performance"> Sam Smith's devilish red</a> latex look, the stars all brought their wildest looks to this year's show.

However, for every star making the best-dressed list, there are some turning heads for other reasons - and Blac Chyna's outfit was one that didn't go down well with everyone... including her own mother.

Chyna's mom, known as Tokyo Toni, did not hold back on her opinion of her daughter's award show look, labeling it "horrendous".

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Talk about saying what you really feel...

Chyna had opted for a Black Swan-esque number for her turn on the red carpet, wearing a bedazzled bodysuit with tassels and a large feathered embellishment which stood up behind her head.

She carried on the look with a matching skull cap as well a statement black eyeshadow with crystal adornments on her face.

While the look was no doubt striking, her own mother has made it clear she was not a fan of the theatrical ensemble her daughter wore.

She told <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/02/06/blac-chyna-grammys-outfit-mom-tokyo-toni-hates/?adid=social-fb&amp;fbclid=IwAR0sOPh5hyVpgvfH2RYkiQ3mOzacQhEfJ6vhszsYD8FQU-yjBY5UCwLMBW8">TMZ</a> that the outfit was "horrendous", explaining: "I texted Chyna this morning and, uh, when I found out and I saw it, I said, 'Chyna, what in the H is this? Who are you trying to not impress?'"

Toni admitted: "It may have been a little mean, or whatever, but it was well-deserved."

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Unsurprisingly, Toni also confirmed that Chyna hadn't replied to her message slating her fashion choices. Well, would you?

She added: "Maybe if I said, 'Oh, your dress was beautiful,' maybe I woulda got a response.

'It was terrible. And I just wish that whole day could just rewind and bring her back and put a nice gold dress on her with some blonde hair. We'd been happenin'.

"It was horrible. I think that outfit was horrendous. It was sickening."

Toni also said Chyna looked like "Black Adam's wife falling out of the sky", calling the look "disgusting" and saying that her daughter didn't even look like herself on the night.

She added that Chyna "deserved" the trolling she received from commenters and that a Grammys outfit should be "elegant" and "wifey-like" rather than outlandish.

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Toni ended her rant by saying that she "wouldn't wish that dress in anyone in the world".

While the Grammys might not have been the ideal event to wear it to, Chyna's look definitely took a lot of work and would probably have gone down a lot better at the Met Gala, depending on the theme.

As for Chyna, she has yet to respond publicly to her mother's cutting remarks, but shared a video of herself in the look to Instagram, adding: "This is the power of authenticity."

Well, at least she knows her mom is going to give her her honest opinion - even if it's not what anyone wants to hear about their outfit.
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<p>The Grammys are known for some avant-garde fashion looks on the red carpet - but there are always some hits and misses in certain people's eyes.</p>
<p>From <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/harry-styles-bold-grammys-look-divides-the-internet">Harry Styles' multicolored,</a> bedazzled, patchwork one-piece to<a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/people-think-sam-smith-was-worshiping-the-devil-during-grammys-performance"> Sam Smith's devilish red</a> latex look, the stars all brought their wildest looks to this year's show.</p>
<p>However, for every star making the best-dressed list, there are some turning heads for other reasons - and Blac Chyna's outfit was one that didn't go down well with everyone... including her own mother.</p>
<p>Chyna's mom, known as Tokyo Toni, did not hold back on her opinion of her daughter's award show look, labeling it "horrendous".</p>
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<p>Talk about saying what you really feel...</p>
<p>Chyna had opted for a Black Swan-esque number for her turn on the red carpet, wearing a bedazzled bodysuit with tassels and a large feathered embellishment which stood up behind her head.</p>
<p>She carried on the look with a matching skull cap as well a statement black eyeshadow with crystal adornments on her face.</p>
<p>While the look was no doubt striking, her own mother has made it clear she was not a fan of the theatrical ensemble her daughter wore.</p>
<p>She told <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/02/06/blac-chyna-grammys-outfit-mom-tokyo-toni-hates/?adid=social-fb&amp;fbclid=IwAR0sOPh5hyVpgvfH2RYkiQ3mOzacQhEfJ6vhszsYD8FQU-yjBY5UCwLMBW8">TMZ</a> that the outfit was "horrendous", explaining: "I texted Chyna this morning and, uh, when I found out and I saw it, I said, 'Chyna, what in the H is this? Who are you trying to not impress?'"</p>
<p>Toni admitted: "It may have been a little mean, or whatever, but it was well-deserved."</p>
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<p>Unsurprisingly, Toni also confirmed that Chyna hadn't replied to her message slating her fashion choices. Well, would you?</p>
<p>She added: "Maybe if I said, 'Oh, your dress was beautiful,' maybe I woulda got a response.</p>
<p>'It was terrible. And I just wish that whole day could just rewind and bring her back and put a nice gold dress on her with some blonde hair. We'd been happenin'.</p>
<p>"It was horrible. I think that outfit was horrendous. It was sickening."</p>
<p>Toni also said Chyna looked like "Black Adam's wife falling out of the sky", calling the look "disgusting" and saying that her daughter didn't even look like herself on the night.</p>
<p>She added that Chyna "deserved" the trolling she received from commenters and that a Grammys outfit should be "elegant" and "wifey-like" rather than outlandish.</p>
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<p>Toni ended her rant by saying that she "wouldn't wish that dress in anyone in the world".</p>
<p>While the Grammys might not have been the ideal event to wear it to, Chyna's look definitely took a lot of work and would probably have gone down a lot better at the Met Gala, depending on the theme.</p>
<p>As for Chyna, she has yet to respond publicly to her mother's cutting remarks, but shared a video of herself in the look to Instagram, adding: "This is the power of authenticity."</p>
<p>Well, at least she knows her mom is going to give her her honest opinion - even if it's not what anyone wants to hear about their outfit.</p>
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Blac Chyna's mom rips into her 'horrible' Grammy Awards dress

Texas Senator <a href="https://vt.co/news/us/school-buses-is-carrying-items-from-school-shooting-victims-to-ted-cruz-home" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ted Cruz</a> has branded <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/people-think-sam-smith-was-worshiping-the-devil-during-grammys-performance" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sam Smith</a> and Kim Petras' performance at the 2023 Grammy awards "evil".

At the prestigious music ceremony, the singers, both 30, performed a live rendition of their song 'Unholy' - which ascended to Number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in October.

During the performance, the stage was illuminated with red lighting, pyrotechnics, dancers performing in metal cages, and Smith was seen donning a hat with horns.

Prior to the spectacle, music icon Madonna introduced the duo by saying: "Are you ready for a little controversy?" She then added: "Here’s what I’ve learned after four decades in music. If they call you shocking, scandalous, troublesome, problematic, provocative, or dangerous, you are definitely onto something," per <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/sam-smith-grammys-satanic-ritual-conspiracists-b2277108.html">The Independent</a>.
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Watch Smith and Petras' performance below: </strong></p>
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After the award ceremony, many conservatives like the 52-year-old Republican senator took to their social media pages to call out the 'Stay With Me' singer's performance.

On Twitter, Cruz retweeted quotes slamming Smith’s performance as "satanic," and added: "This is… evil," in response to commentator Liz Wheeler's post that read: "Don’t fight the culture wars, they say. Meanwhile, demons are teaching your kids to worship Satan. I could throw up."

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Matt Walsh, who is another right-wing political commentator, also remarked: "It’s not surprising to see a satanic ritual at the Grammys."

"Satanism is the worship of the self. Much of modern pop music is satanic in this sense. Leftism is satanism. The only change is that now they’re being more explicit about it," he continued.

"Theological satanism is not very common but the worship of the self -- what we might call secular satanism -- is the predominant religion in our culture and most of the art we produce is meant to preach this gospel," the 36-year-old added.

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Before the pair's controversial performance, they appeared on the red carpet and a reporter from Associated Press (AP) shared their thoughts on their outfits, saying (cited by <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/sam-smith-they-misgendered-grammys-b2276306.html">The Independent</a>): "Sam Smith has had a lot of controversy around his outfits this past year."

"I love that he's continuing to push the mold, love that he's continuing to break out from the Sam Smith that we knew at the ballads," the reporter said. "He's still singing those ballads, but he's definitely diving fully in, into pop music, and we can see that, not only in his music but also in his looks as well."

Many journalists from other publications also repeatedly misgendered the 'Gloria' musician so fans <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/sam-smith-fans-angry-as-reporter-repeatedly-misgenders-star-on-grammys-red-carpet" target="_blank" rel="noopener">took to their social media platforms</a> to share their outrage.

One angry user wrote: "Sam Smith continuously being misgendered makes me so upset like it's been YEARS since they came out why are ppl still being ignorant and transphobic it's awful."

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In lighter news, Smith and Petras won the Grammy for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for their song, and the 'Close Your Eyes' musician made history as the <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/kim-petras-becomes-first-openly-trans-woman-to-win-grammy-award-for-best-pop-duo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">first-ever openly trans woman</a> to receive a Grammy award.
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<p>Texas Senator <a href="https://vt.co/news/us/school-buses-is-carrying-items-from-school-shooting-victims-to-ted-cruz-home" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ted Cruz</a> has branded <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/people-think-sam-smith-was-worshiping-the-devil-during-grammys-performance" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sam Smith</a> and Kim Petras' performance at the 2023 Grammy awards "evil".</p>
<p>At the prestigious music ceremony, the singers, both 30, performed a live rendition of their song 'Unholy' - which ascended to Number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in October.</p>
<p>During the performance, the stage was illuminated with red lighting, pyrotechnics, dancers performing in metal cages, and Smith was seen donning a hat with horns.</p>
<p>Prior to the spectacle, music icon Madonna introduced the duo by saying: "Are you ready for a little controversy?" She then added: "Here’s what I’ve learned after four decades in music. If they call you shocking, scandalous, troublesome, problematic, provocative, or dangerous, you are definitely onto something," per <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/sam-smith-grammys-satanic-ritual-conspiracists-b2277108.html">The Independent</a>.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Watch Smith and Petras' performance below: </strong></p>
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<p>After the award ceremony, many conservatives like the 52-year-old Republican senator took to their social media pages to call out the 'Stay With Me' singer's performance.</p>
<p>On Twitter, Cruz retweeted quotes slamming Smith’s performance as "satanic," and added: "This is… evil," in response to commentator Liz Wheeler's post that read: "Don’t fight the culture wars, they say. Meanwhile, demons are teaching your kids to worship Satan. I could throw up."</p>
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<p>Matt Walsh, who is another right-wing political commentator, also remarked: "It’s not surprising to see a satanic ritual at the Grammys."</p>
<p>"Satanism is the worship of the self. Much of modern pop music is satanic in this sense. Leftism is satanism. The only change is that now they’re being more explicit about it," he continued.</p>
<p>"Theological satanism is not very common but the worship of the self -- what we might call secular satanism -- is the predominant religion in our culture and most of the art we produce is meant to preach this gospel," the 36-year-old added.</p>
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<p>Before the pair's controversial performance, they appeared on the red carpet and a reporter from Associated Press (AP) shared their thoughts on their outfits, saying (cited by <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/sam-smith-they-misgendered-grammys-b2276306.html">The Independent</a>): "Sam Smith has had a lot of controversy around his outfits this past year."</p>
<p>"I love that he's continuing to push the mold, love that he's continuing to break out from the Sam Smith that we knew at the ballads," the reporter said. "He's still singing those ballads, but he's definitely diving fully in, into pop music, and we can see that, not only in his music but also in his looks as well."</p>
<p>Many journalists from other publications also repeatedly misgendered the 'Gloria' musician so fans <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/sam-smith-fans-angry-as-reporter-repeatedly-misgenders-star-on-grammys-red-carpet" target="_blank" rel="noopener">took to their social media platforms</a> to share their outrage.</p>
<p>One angry user wrote: "Sam Smith continuously being misgendered makes me so upset like it's been YEARS since they came out why are ppl still being ignorant and transphobic it's awful."</p>
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<p>In lighter news, Smith and Petras won the Grammy for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for their song, and the 'Close Your Eyes' musician made history as the <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/kim-petras-becomes-first-openly-trans-woman-to-win-grammy-award-for-best-pop-duo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">first-ever openly trans woman</a> to receive a Grammy award.</p>
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Ted Cruz declares Sam Smith's Grammys performance 'evil'

Following the viral clip of <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/viewers-think-clip-shows-jennifer-lopez-and-ben-affleck-having-a-tense-argument-at-grammys">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's alleged argument</a> at the Grammys, a professional lip reader has now revealed what the pair really said to each other during the interaction.

By now, I'm pretty sure we've all seen the clip of Bennifer's little back-and-forth during the 65th installment of the Grammy awards on Sunday night - yeah, awkward!

But while a lot of fans online <a href="https://twitter.com/PopThatCultr/status/1622784439230029824" target="_blank" rel="noopener">thought</a> that the moment was another nod to the couple's disagreements about Affleck's sobriety, a lip reader has come forward to debunk those theories with a more "professional" outlook on the situation.

The <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11720149/Stop-look-friendly-look-motivated-JLo-really-said-Ben-Affleck-Grammys.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daily Mail</a> commissioned a lip reader to give us all some insight, Lopez, 53, apparently tells him to "Stop," as the host of the event, Trevor Noah, sits down beside the pair.

She continues: "Look more friendly. Look motivated."

[caption id="attachment_1263193534" align="aligncenter" width="923"]<img class="wp-image-1263193534 size-large" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2HAFW00-923x1024.jpg" alt="" width="923" height="1024" /> Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez attend the premiere for the film The Tender Bar at The TLC Chinese Theater in Los Angeles. Credit: REUTERS / Alamy[/caption]

Affleck, 50, allegedly replies back to his wife with a simple "I might."
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Have a look at the moment in question below to decide for yourself:</strong></p>
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The news comes shortly after the couple were also caught during another heated moment during the premiere of Shotgun Wedding which Lopez stars in alongside 50-year-old Josh Duhamel.

Posting to TikTok, user <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@celebritea.io/video/7193846545161260331?" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@alliworkscarpets</a> uploaded a clip showing the celebrity couple exchanging a brief but tense few words during the after party of the premiere.

According to <a href="https://www.yourtango.com/entertainment/video-jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-arguing-shotgun-wedding-premiere" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Your Tango</a>, at first the moment seems like any other with the two ignited in conversation, but upon closer inspection, the moment reveals some tension with Affleck looking defensive, while Lopez seems to glare at her husband suspiciously.

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Another TikToker called @life_with_matt claimed that Affleck said to Lopez: "I didn't drink anything, okay?"

Lopez then gave Affleck a firm glare while she continued to sip on what appears to be a glass of wine.
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out Affleck looking miserable next to his wife Lopez at the Grammys on Sunday:</strong></p>
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Fans in the comments also wondered if it was actually Lopez's wine as the 'On The Floor' singer has previously <a href="https://www.independent.ie/style/beauty/body/no-alcohol-coffee-or-late-nights-jennifer-lopez-reveals-her-diet-skincare-and-fitness-secrets-34343681.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">stated</a> that she does not drink due to the lasting effects in can have on one's skin.

One TikTok commentor wrote: "Jennifer Lopez doesn't drink alcohol so she must have been testing what [Affleck] was drinking."

"She was definitely checking his drink," another added while a third claimed Affleck had been "busted."

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Lopez and Affleck cemented their relationship with vows last August in what was a beautiful but intimate ceremony.

As per <a href="https://www.elle.com/uk/life-and-culture/culture/a40636562/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-wedding-las-vegas/">Elle</a>, during an end-of-year recap video on Instagram, the 53-year-old singer treated fans to some exclusive shots of her prep for the big day including photos of her gorgeous veil as well as snapshots of her and Affleck looking all loved-up - expressions that seem to be few and far between these days.

Let's just hope that the pair manage to work out whatever seems to be the issue between them right now or wedding bells could soon turn into something else entirely...
<h6>Featured Image Credit: REUTERS / Alamy</h6>

<p>Following the viral clip of <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/viewers-think-clip-shows-jennifer-lopez-and-ben-affleck-having-a-tense-argument-at-grammys">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's alleged argument</a> at the Grammys, a professional lip reader has now revealed what the pair really said to each other during the interaction.</p>
<p>By now, I'm pretty sure we've all seen the clip of Bennifer's little back-and-forth during the 65th installment of the Grammy awards on Sunday night - yeah, awkward!</p>
<p>But while a lot of fans online <a href="https://twitter.com/PopThatCultr/status/1622784439230029824" target="_blank" rel="noopener">thought</a> that the moment was another nod to the couple's disagreements about Affleck's sobriety, a lip reader has come forward to debunk those theories with a more "professional" outlook on the situation.</p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11720149/Stop-look-friendly-look-motivated-JLo-really-said-Ben-Affleck-Grammys.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daily Mail</a> commissioned a lip reader to give us all some insight, Lopez, 53, apparently tells him to "Stop," as the host of the event, Trevor Noah, sits down beside the pair.</p>
<p>She continues: "Look more friendly. Look motivated."</p>
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<p>Affleck, 50, allegedly replies back to his wife with a simple "I might."</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Have a look at the moment in question below to decide for yourself:</strong></p>
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<p>The news comes shortly after the couple were also caught during another heated moment during the premiere of Shotgun Wedding which Lopez stars in alongside 50-year-old Josh Duhamel.</p>
<p>Posting to TikTok, user <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@celebritea.io/video/7193846545161260331?" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@alliworkscarpets</a> uploaded a clip showing the celebrity couple exchanging a brief but tense few words during the after party of the premiere.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://www.yourtango.com/entertainment/video-jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-arguing-shotgun-wedding-premiere" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Your Tango</a>, at first the moment seems like any other with the two ignited in conversation, but upon closer inspection, the moment reveals some tension with Affleck looking defensive, while Lopez seems to glare at her husband suspiciously.</p>

<p>Another TikToker called @life_with_matt claimed that Affleck said to Lopez: "I didn't drink anything, okay?"</p>
<p>Lopez then gave Affleck a firm glare while she continued to sip on what appears to be a glass of wine.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check out Affleck looking miserable next to his wife Lopez at the Grammys on Sunday:</strong></p>
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<p>Fans in the comments also wondered if it was actually Lopez's wine as the 'On The Floor' singer has previously <a href="https://www.independent.ie/style/beauty/body/no-alcohol-coffee-or-late-nights-jennifer-lopez-reveals-her-diet-skincare-and-fitness-secrets-34343681.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">stated</a> that she does not drink due to the lasting effects in can have on one's skin.</p>
<p>One TikTok commentor wrote: "Jennifer Lopez doesn't drink alcohol so she must have been testing what [Affleck] was drinking."</p>
<p>"She was definitely checking his drink," another added while a third claimed Affleck had been "busted."</p>
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<p>Lopez and Affleck cemented their relationship with vows last August in what was a beautiful but intimate ceremony.</p>
<p>As per <a href="https://www.elle.com/uk/life-and-culture/culture/a40636562/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-wedding-las-vegas/">Elle</a>, during an end-of-year recap video on Instagram, the 53-year-old singer treated fans to some exclusive shots of her prep for the big day including photos of her gorgeous veil as well as snapshots of her and Affleck looking all loved-up - expressions that seem to be few and far between these days.</p>
<p>Let's just hope that the pair manage to work out whatever seems to be the issue between them right now or wedding bells could soon turn into something else entirely...</p>
<h2>Featured Image Credit: REUTERS / Alamy</h2>


Lip reader reveals what Jennifer Lopez 'really said' to Ben Affleck during tense Grammys exchange

Someone has woken up $747 million richer after their staggering Powerball jackpot win and we aren't jealous in the slightest.

We all dream of winning the lottery, right? Regardless of whether we even play it, it's hard to not imagine what to do with a sudden influx of a life-changing sum of money.

Some people will have honest intentions like donating a large portion to charity or paying off their parents' mortgage, while others will buy a small island to store their new super yacht... there's no judgment either way.

The age-old argument is whether to remain employed even after becoming so rich that it's feasible to lie in the Caribbean sipping on piña coladas for the rest of time.

[caption id="attachment_1263193466" align="aligncenter" width="2560"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1263193466" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/E29JXH-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="1707" /> The odds of winning the Powerball are 1 in 292.2 million. Credit: Anthony Pleva / Alamy[/caption]

Some people declare that they would quit on the spot, and others state they would go stir-crazy without a daily routine. Well, one person has this exact choice to make.

Someone in Washington state defied extremely steep odds - around 1 in 292.2 million - and won a staggering $747 million prize on the Powerball last night, as reported by the <a href="https://nypost.com/2023/02/07/lucky-player-in-washington-wins-747-million-powerball-prize/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">New York Post</a>.

The prize is the ninth largest in US history as the last jackpot win was on November 19, 2022, which gave the prize pot time to build up over the last few months.

The winning numbers were 05, 11, 22, 23, 69, and the Powerball 07. The lucky winner matched all six numbers and now has a tricky choice to make.

[caption id="attachment_1263193467" align="aligncenter" width="876"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1263193467" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/Screenshot-2023-02-07-at-10.24.39.png" alt="" width="876" height="587" /> This is the ninth-biggest win in US history. Credit: Lars Hagberg / Alamy[/caption]

The $747 million prize is based on the winner accepting one initial large payout but then a small annual payment lasting 29 years that increases by 5% each year. If this doesn't sound agreeable, they can also opt for a one-time cash payment of $407.2 million.

Powerball has stated that both prizes available are the amounts before tax, but even after this gets taken off it'll still be an eye-watering amount.

In January, someone in Maine won a jackpot of $1.35 billion and a California player won $2.04 billion last November, but nobody has claimed either of these prizes. We can only assume they're still picking themselves up off the floor after realizing what they'd won.

Due to this win last night, the jackpot for Thursday has dropped to $20 million which hardly seems worth it compared to the hundreds of millions that have just been won.

So now the question is, what to do with the winnings? Well one UK winner managed to <a href="https://vt.co/news/lottery-winner-burned-through-50-million-of-prize-money-by-spending-131k-a-week">spend £40 million</a> ($50 million) of his winnings by spending £100,000 ($131,000) a week.

Colin Weir scooped a massive £161 million ($200 million) EuroMillions jackpot in 2011 and he spent a quarter of the amount before his death eight years later in 2019.

[caption id="attachment_1263193468" align="aligncenter" width="1695"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1263193468" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2CYN67A-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="1695" height="2560" /> Colin Weir posing after his lottery win. Credit: REUTERS / Alamy[/caption]

He spent his winnings on luxury properties, expensive cars, and investments in a soccer club, as well as establishing a charitable trust.

Now, let's all try to not spend the rest of the day being insanely jealous that we're at work and not shopping for a mansion.
<h6>Featured image credit: Lars Hagberg / Alamy</h6>

<p>Someone has woken up $747 million richer after their staggering Powerball jackpot win and we aren't jealous in the slightest.</p>
<p>We all dream of winning the lottery, right? Regardless of whether we even play it, it's hard to not imagine what to do with a sudden influx of a life-changing sum of money.</p>
<p>Some people will have honest intentions like donating a large portion to charity or paying off their parents' mortgage, while others will buy a small island to store their new super yacht... there's no judgment either way.</p>
<p>The age-old argument is whether to remain employed even after becoming so rich that it's feasible to lie in the Caribbean sipping on piña coladas for the rest of time.</p>
<figure>
            <img class="size-full wp-image-1263193466" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/E29JXH-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="1707" /><figcaption class='op-vertical-below'>
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 The odds of winning the Powerball are 1 in 292.2 million. Credit: Anthony Pleva / Alamy</h1>
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<p>Some people declare that they would quit on the spot, and others state they would go stir-crazy without a daily routine. Well, one person has this exact choice to make.</p>
<p>Someone in Washington state defied extremely steep odds - around 1 in 292.2 million - and won a staggering $747 million prize on the Powerball last night, as reported by the <a href="https://nypost.com/2023/02/07/lucky-player-in-washington-wins-747-million-powerball-prize/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">New York Post</a>.</p>
<p>The prize is the ninth largest in US history as the last jackpot win was on November 19, 2022, which gave the prize pot time to build up over the last few months.</p>
<p>The winning numbers were 05, 11, 22, 23, 69, and the Powerball 07. The lucky winner matched all six numbers and now has a tricky choice to make.</p>
<figure>
            <img class="size-full wp-image-1263193467" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/Screenshot-2023-02-07-at-10.24.39.png" alt="" width="876" height="587" /><figcaption class='op-vertical-below'>
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 This is the ninth-biggest win in US history. Credit: Lars Hagberg / Alamy</h1>
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<p>The $747 million prize is based on the winner accepting one initial large payout but then a small annual payment lasting 29 years that increases by 5% each year. If this doesn't sound agreeable, they can also opt for a one-time cash payment of $407.2 million.</p>
<p>Powerball has stated that both prizes available are the amounts before tax, but even after this gets taken off it'll still be an eye-watering amount.</p>
<p>In January, someone in Maine won a jackpot of $1.35 billion and a California player won $2.04 billion last November, but nobody has claimed either of these prizes. We can only assume they're still picking themselves up off the floor after realizing what they'd won.</p>
<p>Due to this win last night, the jackpot for Thursday has dropped to $20 million which hardly seems worth it compared to the hundreds of millions that have just been won.</p>
<p>So now the question is, what to do with the winnings? Well one UK winner managed to <a href="https://vt.co/news/lottery-winner-burned-through-50-million-of-prize-money-by-spending-131k-a-week">spend £40 million</a> ($50 million) of his winnings by spending £100,000 ($131,000) a week.</p>
<p>Colin Weir scooped a massive £161 million ($200 million) EuroMillions jackpot in 2011 and he spent a quarter of the amount before his death eight years later in 2019.</p>
<figure>
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 Colin Weir posing after his lottery win. Credit: REUTERS / Alamy</h1>
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<p>He spent his winnings on luxury properties, expensive cars, and investments in a soccer club, as well as establishing a charitable trust.</p>
<p>Now, let's all try to not spend the rest of the day being insanely jealous that we're at work and not shopping for a mansion.</p>
<h2>Featured image credit: Lars Hagberg / Alamy</h2>


Lucky Powerball player wins enormous $747 million prize

Fans think a video from the Grammys has captured Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck having an exchange of words after an apparently tense moment between the two went viral.

Now, we saw a lot of action at Sunday night's 65th annual Grammy awards. Stand-out moments include - but aren't limited to - <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/viola-davis-secures-an-egot-status-at-2023-grammys">Viola Davis</a> earning her highly-anticipated EGOT status, <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/beyonce-fans-are-demanding-harry-styles-apologize-to-star-after-grammys-speech">Harry Styles</a> winning Album of the Year, and of course, <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/adeles-reaction-to-finally-meeting-dwayne-the-rock-johnson-is-stealing-hearts">Adele's meme-worthy reactions</a> to literally <em>everything</em>.

But one other moment seemed to stand out from the rest and it might not be one to celebrate.

It seems as though 'Bennfier' has become a hot talking point online post-Grammys thanks to a few clips of them that have been circulating social media. Not only was Affleck, 50, caught looking deeply anguished for most of the event, but in one particular clip, fans are convinced that the pair were involved in a pretty intense argument before realizing they were on camera and regaining their natural smiley composure.

<strong>Have a look at the moment in question below:</strong>

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During one segment when the host of the event, <a href="https://vt.co/news/trevor-noah-delivers-teary-eyed-goodbye-to-daily-show-in-farewell-episode">Trevor Noah</a>, was pretending to be on the phone with his mom, the famous duo could be seen to the side of him allegedly caught up in a heated back and forth - and judging by the Good Will Hunting star's facial expressions, it didn't seem to end too well...

Fans could not stop talking about the awkward interaction.

"The Grammys videoing Jennifer Lopez and Ben affleck fighting is so messy but funny hahaha," wrote one.

"Is it me or does Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck look like they're fighting? They don't look happy," commented another.

Someone else even said that Affleck looks like he's really going "through some s***."

"Every time you see Ben Affleck, he look like he going through some s**t. Like he got Jennifer Lopez on his hip and he look miserable," they tweeted.

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Some also pointed out his other grief-stricken reactions during the night.

"Cracking UP that this was Ben Affleck’s reaction to being at Jennifer Lopez’s side at the #Grammys watching Stevie Wonder and Chris Stapleton tear the roof off the place with their rendition of Higher Ground. He looks like someone just told him his dog died, come on man," this user stated, while another suggested that all he needs is "a large coffee and a donut" to help him perk up a bit.

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However, after noticing all the backlash, some fans did jump to defend the pair.

"Y’all are worrying about @JLo and @BenAffleck couples have disagreements in public and private! Chill! Grow up! It really isn’t that deep! If you’re making it a thing it says more about your depth in relationships!", this user said.

Similarily, this Twitter user shared her own experiences as a defense for the couple, adding: "I really wish the media would leave @BenAffleck and @JLo alone and focus on the participants in the awards. Maybe Ben doesn’t show out like some men, like my husband he does the same as I’m rocking out like a rock star!

"Do not let negativity get you all."

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Either way, despite this little blunder, it seems as though the pair have generally been enjoying their honeymoon phase after recently tying the knot.

[caption id="attachment_1263193490" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]<img class="wp-image-1263193490 size-large" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2HMC3CD-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="683" /> Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck recently got married after rekindling their romance. Credit: REUTERS / Alamy[/caption]

Talking of the joyous moment during a <a href="https://onthejlo.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">newsletter</a> post, Lopez said: "Nothing ever felt more right to me, and I knew we were finally ‘settling down’ in a way you can only do when you understand loss and joy and you are battle tested enough to never take the important things for granted or let the silly insignificant nuisances of the day get in the way of embracing every precious moment.

"We find ourselves in that long-desired time of life: having gratitude for all that life has shown us, even its trials and tribulations. That night really was heaven..."
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<p>Fans think a video from the Grammys has captured Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck having an exchange of words after an apparently tense moment between the two went viral.</p>
<p>Now, we saw a lot of action at Sunday night's 65th annual Grammy awards. Stand-out moments include - but aren't limited to - <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/viola-davis-secures-an-egot-status-at-2023-grammys">Viola Davis</a> earning her highly-anticipated EGOT status, <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/beyonce-fans-are-demanding-harry-styles-apologize-to-star-after-grammys-speech">Harry Styles</a> winning Album of the Year, and of course, <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/adeles-reaction-to-finally-meeting-dwayne-the-rock-johnson-is-stealing-hearts">Adele's meme-worthy reactions</a> to literally <em>everything</em>.</p>
<p>But one other moment seemed to stand out from the rest and it might not be one to celebrate.</p>
<p>It seems as though 'Bennfier' has become a hot talking point online post-Grammys thanks to a few clips of them that have been circulating social media. Not only was Affleck, 50, caught looking deeply anguished for most of the event, but in one particular clip, fans are convinced that the pair were involved in a pretty intense argument before realizing they were on camera and regaining their natural smiley composure.</p>
<p><strong>Have a look at the moment in question below:</strong></p>
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<p>During one segment when the host of the event, <a href="https://vt.co/news/trevor-noah-delivers-teary-eyed-goodbye-to-daily-show-in-farewell-episode">Trevor Noah</a>, was pretending to be on the phone with his mom, the famous duo could be seen to the side of him allegedly caught up in a heated back and forth - and judging by the Good Will Hunting star's facial expressions, it didn't seem to end too well...</p>
<p>Fans could not stop talking about the awkward interaction.</p>
<p>"The Grammys videoing Jennifer Lopez and Ben affleck fighting is so messy but funny hahaha," wrote one.</p>
<p>"Is it me or does Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck look like they're fighting? They don't look happy," commented another.</p>
<p>Someone else even said that Affleck looks like he's really going "through some s***."</p>
<p>"Every time you see Ben Affleck, he look like he going through some s**t. Like he got Jennifer Lopez on his hip and he look miserable," they tweeted.</p>
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<p>Some also pointed out his other grief-stricken reactions during the night.</p>
<p>"Cracking UP that this was Ben Affleck’s reaction to being at Jennifer Lopez’s side at the #Grammys watching Stevie Wonder and Chris Stapleton tear the roof off the place with their rendition of Higher Ground. He looks like someone just told him his dog died, come on man," this user stated, while another suggested that all he needs is "a large coffee and a donut" to help him perk up a bit.</p>
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<p>However, after noticing all the backlash, some fans did jump to defend the pair.</p>
<p>"Y’all are worrying about @JLo and @BenAffleck couples have disagreements in public and private! Chill! Grow up! It really isn’t that deep! If you’re making it a thing it says more about your depth in relationships!", this user said.</p>
<p>Similarily, this Twitter user shared her own experiences as a defense for the couple, adding: "I really wish the media would leave @BenAffleck and @JLo alone and focus on the participants in the awards. Maybe Ben doesn’t show out like some men, like my husband he does the same as I’m rocking out like a rock star!</p>
<p>"Do not let negativity get you all."</p>
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<p>Either way, despite this little blunder, it seems as though the pair have generally been enjoying their honeymoon phase after recently tying the knot.</p>
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<p>Talking of the joyous moment during a <a href="https://onthejlo.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">newsletter</a> post, Lopez said: "Nothing ever felt more right to me, and I knew we were finally ‘settling down’ in a way you can only do when you understand loss and joy and you are battle tested enough to never take the important things for granted or let the silly insignificant nuisances of the day get in the way of embracing every precious moment.</p>
<p>"We find ourselves in that long-desired time of life: having gratitude for all that life has shown us, even its trials and tribulations. That night really was heaven..."</p>
<h2>Featured Image Credit: Sipa US / Alamy</h2>


Viewers think clip shows Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck having a tense argument at Grammys

Turkey has been hit by another earthquake early Tuesday morning, a day after two others devastated the country and neighboring Syria, with the death toll currently around 5,000 people.

An initial <a href="https://vt.co/news/over-1200-killed-in-turkey-and-syria-in-devastating-7-8-magnitude-earthquake">7.8 magnitude earthquake</a> hit southeastern Turkey near the Syrian border early Monday morning at 4:17 AM local time, with a 6.7 magnitude aftershock being felt 11 minutes later.

The initial earthquake could be felt across the world, including as far as Greenland and a 7.5 magnitude tremor then hit the region again as rescue missions were underway, per the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11721455/Turkey-Syria-earthquake-NEW-earthquake-hits-Turkey-early-hours-death-toll-nears-5-000.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwAR2MHh-63SZt8_y6rKnQWILlzymDUujD2PV2lDREI4lhWcCGmEVyqUZfv9k" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daily Mail</a>.

The <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/64533954" target="_blank" rel="noopener">BBC</a> reported that the region is susceptible to earthquakes, as it is located on the Anatolian tectonic plate which sits between the Eurasian, African, and Arabian plates which essentially caused Turkey to be "squeezed."

[caption id="attachment_1263193514" align="aligncenter" width="598"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1263193514" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/Screenshot-2023-02-07-at-11.32.26.png" alt="" width="598" height="607" /> A map displaying the land struck by the 7.8 magnitude earthquake. Credit: Naeblys / Alamy[/caption]

Early Tuesday morning, a 5.8 magnitude earthquake hit central Turkey. Although these tremors occurred at a shallower depth, this can sometimes cause more damage - though it is currently unknown how much it caused.

The World Health Organization (WHO) have stated that they believe the death toll could rise to 20,000, and 23 million people could be affected by these natural disasters, as cited by the Daily Mail.

Turkey’s vice president, Fuat Oktay, said 3,419 people had been killed in the quake while the death toll on the Syrian side of the border rose to 1,602 early Tuesday, as reported by the <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2023/feb/07/turkey-earthquake-syria-in-turkiye-2023-live-updates-latest-news-map-magnitude-7-8-scale-quake-tremor-death-toll-gaziantep-kahramanmaras#top-of-blog" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Guardian</a>.

[caption id="attachment_1263193516" align="aligncenter" width="2560"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1263193516" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/02/2N1XGNR-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="1440" /> Rescue missions are ongoing with fears that the death toll could rise to 20,000. Credit: CTK / Alamy[/caption]

World leaders have rallied to offer support to the region affected by the earthquakes, with the UK sending 70 rescue specialists and sniffer dogs to help with the rescue efforts.

The UN, the EU, NATO, and the governments of the US, UK, China, Russia, India, Japan, Iraq, Iran, Australia, New Zealand, Greece, and Pakistan have offered both resources and experts to assist in the rescue operations.

Ibrahim Haskologlu, a Turkish journalist, told the <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/64533954" target="_blank" rel="noopener">BBC</a> that people trapped underneath the rubble are sending voice notes, videos, and their live locations as they remain trapped under fallen structures.

Rescue missions in Syria are being hindered by damaged roads, leaving UN aid unable to reach areas that were badly affected during the quakes.

Turkey's disaster and emergency management authority AFAD has revealed that 24,400 emergency personnel are currently helping with rescue operations.

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In Gaziantep, where the first quake struck, temperatures can drop to 19 degrees Fahrenheit. This is making rescue operations harder, with people who have lost their homes having to make fires on the street to keep warm.

Our thoughts remain with those affected by this tragedy.
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<p>Turkey has been hit by another earthquake early Tuesday morning, a day after two others devastated the country and neighboring Syria, with the death toll currently around 5,000 people.</p>
<p>An initial <a href="https://vt.co/news/over-1200-killed-in-turkey-and-syria-in-devastating-7-8-magnitude-earthquake">7.8 magnitude earthquake</a> hit southeastern Turkey near the Syrian border early Monday morning at 4:17 AM local time, with a 6.7 magnitude aftershock being felt 11 minutes later.</p>
<p>The initial earthquake could be felt across the world, including as far as Greenland and a 7.5 magnitude tremor then hit the region again as rescue missions were underway, per the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11721455/Turkey-Syria-earthquake-NEW-earthquake-hits-Turkey-early-hours-death-toll-nears-5-000.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwAR2MHh-63SZt8_y6rKnQWILlzymDUujD2PV2lDREI4lhWcCGmEVyqUZfv9k" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daily Mail</a>.</p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/64533954" target="_blank" rel="noopener">BBC</a> reported that the region is susceptible to earthquakes, as it is located on the Anatolian tectonic plate which sits between the Eurasian, African, and Arabian plates which essentially caused Turkey to be "squeezed."</p>
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<p>Early Tuesday morning, a 5.8 magnitude earthquake hit central Turkey. Although these tremors occurred at a shallower depth, this can sometimes cause more damage - though it is currently unknown how much it caused.</p>
<p>The World Health Organization (WHO) have stated that they believe the death toll could rise to 20,000, and 23 million people could be affected by these natural disasters, as cited by the Daily Mail.</p>
<p>Turkey’s vice president, Fuat Oktay, said 3,419 people had been killed in the quake while the death toll on the Syrian side of the border rose to 1,602 early Tuesday, as reported by the <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2023/feb/07/turkey-earthquake-syria-in-turkiye-2023-live-updates-latest-news-map-magnitude-7-8-scale-quake-tremor-death-toll-gaziantep-kahramanmaras#top-of-blog" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Guardian</a>.</p>
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<p>World leaders have rallied to offer support to the region affected by the earthquakes, with the UK sending 70 rescue specialists and sniffer dogs to help with the rescue efforts.</p>
<p>The UN, the EU, NATO, and the governments of the US, UK, China, Russia, India, Japan, Iraq, Iran, Australia, New Zealand, Greece, and Pakistan have offered both resources and experts to assist in the rescue operations.</p>
<p>Ibrahim Haskologlu, a Turkish journalist, told the <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/64533954" target="_blank" rel="noopener">BBC</a> that people trapped underneath the rubble are sending voice notes, videos, and their live locations as they remain trapped under fallen structures.</p>
<p>Rescue missions in Syria are being hindered by damaged roads, leaving UN aid unable to reach areas that were badly affected during the quakes.</p>
<p>Turkey's disaster and emergency management authority AFAD has revealed that 24,400 emergency personnel are currently helping with rescue operations.</p>
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<p>In Gaziantep, where the first quake struck, temperatures can drop to 19 degrees Fahrenheit. This is making rescue operations harder, with people who have lost their homes having to make fires on the street to keep warm.</p>
<p>Our thoughts remain with those affected by this tragedy.</p>
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Turkey hit by another devastating earthquake as death toll reaches 5,000

There are some heartbreaking developments emerging from the deaths of a UK school principal, her husband, and their young daughter.

<a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/school-principal-found-dead-on-school-grounds-with-daughter-7-and-husband">Emma Pattison, 45, her husband George, 39, and their seven-year-old daughter Lettie were discovered at the school,</a> which is in Surrey, England, on Sunday morning.

Emma was the principal of Epsom College, where she and her family were found dead. She began working at the school in September when the academic year began. Epsom College was awarded the title of "Independent School of the Year" as recently as October 2022.

Emma was previously the principal of Croydon High School in South London, where she worked for six years.

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Now it is being reported that gunshots were heard before the principal and her family were discovered dead.

Outlets such as <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2023/02/06/rifle-range-cordoned-death-epsom-college-head-emma-pattison/">The Telegraph</a> are reporting that this prompted a member of staff to contact the emergency services who found the dead bodies.

Newer reports from <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-surrey-64544884">BBC News</a> say new evidence indicates the tragedy was a murder-suicide.

Police believe the principal was fatally shot by her husband before he ended both his and his daughter's lives using the same gun.

According to authorities amid an ongoing investigation, George killed Emma and their daughter at the family home on school grounds.

A distressed Emma had made a phone call to a relative late on Saturday evening, the BBC reports.

By the time the family member arrived, all three were dead.

Surrey Police, who are investigating, will be sharing further details later on in the day.

Emma made history as the first female principal of Epsom College and had been commended for her hard work and determination.

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Speaking on behalf of the school, Dr Alastair Wells - chair of the board of governors at Epsom College - shared his "utter shock and disbelief".

He said: "On behalf of everyone at Epsom College, I want to convey our utter shock and disbelief at this tragic news.

"Our immediate thoughts and condolences are with Emma’s family, friends and loved ones, and to the many pupils and colleagues whose lives she enriched throughout her distinguished career.

"Emma was a wonderful teacher, but most of all she was a delightful person. In time we will commemorate Emma and her family, in the appropriate way, and in line with the wishes of her family.

"But for now, we ask that we are all given the time, space and respect we need to come to terms with this tragic loss."

Det Ch Ins Kimball Edey of Surrey police has said: "I want to give my assurance that we will conduct a thorough investigation into what took place last night and hope to be able to bring some peace in these traumatic circumstances."
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<p>There are some heartbreaking developments emerging from the deaths of a UK school principal, her husband, and their young daughter.</p>
<p><a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/school-principal-found-dead-on-school-grounds-with-daughter-7-and-husband">Emma Pattison, 45, her husband George, 39, and their seven-year-old daughter Lettie were discovered at the school,</a> which is in Surrey, England, on Sunday morning.</p>
<p>Emma was the principal of Epsom College, where she and her family were found dead. She began working at the school in September when the academic year began. Epsom College was awarded the title of "Independent School of the Year" as recently as October 2022.</p>
<p>Emma was previously the principal of Croydon High School in South London, where she worked for six years.</p>
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<p>Now it is being reported that gunshots were heard before the principal and her family were discovered dead.</p>
<p>Outlets such as <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2023/02/06/rifle-range-cordoned-death-epsom-college-head-emma-pattison/">The Telegraph</a> are reporting that this prompted a member of staff to contact the emergency services who found the dead bodies.</p>
<p>Newer reports from <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-surrey-64544884">BBC News</a> say new evidence indicates the tragedy was a murder-suicide.</p>
<p>Police believe the principal was fatally shot by her husband before he ended both his and his daughter's lives using the same gun.</p>
<p>According to authorities amid an ongoing investigation, George killed Emma and their daughter at the family home on school grounds.</p>
<p>A distressed Emma had made a phone call to a relative late on Saturday evening, the BBC reports.</p>
<p>By the time the family member arrived, all three were dead.</p>
<p>Surrey Police, who are investigating, will be sharing further details later on in the day.</p>
<p>Emma made history as the first female principal of Epsom College and had been commended for her hard work and determination.</p>
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<p>Speaking on behalf of the school, Dr Alastair Wells - chair of the board of governors at Epsom College - shared his "utter shock and disbelief".</p>
<p>He said: "On behalf of everyone at Epsom College, I want to convey our utter shock and disbelief at this tragic news.</p>
<p>"Our immediate thoughts and condolences are with Emma’s family, friends and loved ones, and to the many pupils and colleagues whose lives she enriched throughout her distinguished career.</p>
<p>"Emma was a wonderful teacher, but most of all she was a delightful person. In time we will commemorate Emma and her family, in the appropriate way, and in line with the wishes of her family.</p>
<p>"But for now, we ask that we are all given the time, space and respect we need to come to terms with this tragic loss."</p>
<p>Det Ch Ins Kimball Edey of Surrey police has said: "I want to give my assurance that we will conduct a thorough investigation into what took place last night and hope to be able to bring some peace in these traumatic circumstances."</p>
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School principal, husband, and daughter, 7, believed to have died in murder-suicide

A diving expert assisting in the search of missing mom Nicola Bulley has stated that he's "baffled" by the incident, and believes her recovered mobile phone may have been a decoy.

Bulley <a href="https://vt.co/news/nicola-bulleys-final-text-revealed-before-dog-walker-mysteriously-disappeared" target="_blank" rel="noopener">disappeared over a week ago on January 27</a> while walking her dog Willow near the River Wyre in St. Michael's On Wyre, Lancashire.

The 45-year-old had just dropped her children - aged six and nine - off at school and had logged on to a Microsoft Teams call at around 09:00 AM.

The call ended at around 09:30 AM yet Bulley's phone remained logged on. At around 10:30 AM, a passerby noticed the mortgage adviser's phone lying on a bench next to the river, and her dog running around in a distressed manner.

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The UK has been rocked by news of her disappearance since it broke, as details surrounding what happened to the mom-of-two remain unclear.

In the wake of her disappearance, Lancashire police revealed that one of their working hypotheses is that Bulley had <a href="https://vt.co/news/missing-mother-nicola-bulley-believed-to-have-fallen-in-river-police-say" target="_blank" rel="noopener">fallen into the River Wyre</a> and that this was "not suspicious but a tragic case of a missing person".

It was also reported that <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/police-search-river-and-seal-off-scene-in-hunt-for-missing-dog-walker-nicola-bulley" target="_blank" rel="noopener">specialist diving teams</a> continued their attempts to trace Bulley by returning to the river bank by the bench with a 20-foot-long probe attached to an underwater camera last week.

However, Bulley's family and friends have rejected the Lancashire police's theory that she fell into the river and drowned, with her sister Louise Cunningham stating via Facebook: "Off the back of the latest Police media update, please can I add there is no evidence whatsoever that she has gone into the river, it's just a theory.

"Everyone needs to keep an open mind as not all CCTV and leads have been investigated fully, the police confirmed the case is far from over," she added (via <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2023/02/04/nicola-bulleys-family-friends-fell-river-police-latest/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Telegraph</a>).

Forensic diving expert Peter Faulding seems to also reject the working hypothesis, telling Talk TV (via <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11721383/Baffled-diving-expert-hunting-Nicola-Bulley-fears-phone-left-bench-decoy.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwAR1Nmk2xkYFmfFIW1Kj4tpQJxRYavbLHLG_nRdtGDp6mQL4IattOsFYFakY" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Daily Mail</a>) that he's "truly baffled" by the case, and doesn't believe she fell into the water - adding that if she'd drowned her body would have been recovered by now.

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Faulding - founder and CEO of Dorking-based specialist diving group Specialist Group International (SGI) - and his team have been assisting in the search for Bulley. His own hypothesis is that a third party was involved and that the phone left on the bench was a decoy.

"After 25 years of doing this kind of work, after hundreds of cases, I am well and truly baffled. Normally you would expect the divers to find them easily," Faulding stated, further explaining that when a person drowns they "generally go down where they are", with search teams normally finding their bodies within five to 10 meters of where they fell in.
<p class="mol-para-with-font">"The police have nothing to go on. All they have is a mobile phone at the moment and they said it could possibly be a decoy [...]  In another couple of days, I will be confident she is not in that area at all. We have the best sonar you can buy. We have scanned a huge area today (February 6) and there is nothing there," he continued.</p>
<p class="mol-para-with-font">He then added: "A body will move after a time, but they searched that area and came up with nothing - that is what is weird here. We are baffled."</p>
Our thoughts are with the family, friends, and colleagues of Nicola Bulley at this difficult time.
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<p>A diving expert assisting in the search of missing mom Nicola Bulley has stated that he's "baffled" by the incident, and believes her recovered mobile phone may have been a decoy.</p>
<p>Bulley <a href="https://vt.co/news/nicola-bulleys-final-text-revealed-before-dog-walker-mysteriously-disappeared" target="_blank" rel="noopener">disappeared over a week ago on January 27</a> while walking her dog Willow near the River Wyre in St. Michael's On Wyre, Lancashire.</p>
<p>The 45-year-old had just dropped her children - aged six and nine - off at school and had logged on to a Microsoft Teams call at around 09:00 AM.</p>
<p>The call ended at around 09:30 AM yet Bulley's phone remained logged on. At around 10:30 AM, a passerby noticed the mortgage adviser's phone lying on a bench next to the river, and her dog running around in a distressed manner.</p>
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<p>The UK has been rocked by news of her disappearance since it broke, as details surrounding what happened to the mom-of-two remain unclear.</p>
<p>In the wake of her disappearance, Lancashire police revealed that one of their working hypotheses is that Bulley had <a href="https://vt.co/news/missing-mother-nicola-bulley-believed-to-have-fallen-in-river-police-say" target="_blank" rel="noopener">fallen into the River Wyre</a> and that this was "not suspicious but a tragic case of a missing person".</p>
<p>It was also reported that <a href="https://vt.co/news/uk/police-search-river-and-seal-off-scene-in-hunt-for-missing-dog-walker-nicola-bulley" target="_blank" rel="noopener">specialist diving teams</a> continued their attempts to trace Bulley by returning to the river bank by the bench with a 20-foot-long probe attached to an underwater camera last week.</p>
<p>However, Bulley's family and friends have rejected the Lancashire police's theory that she fell into the river and drowned, with her sister Louise Cunningham stating via Facebook: "Off the back of the latest Police media update, please can I add there is no evidence whatsoever that she has gone into the river, it's just a theory.</p>
<p>"Everyone needs to keep an open mind as not all CCTV and leads have been investigated fully, the police confirmed the case is far from over," she added (via <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2023/02/04/nicola-bulleys-family-friends-fell-river-police-latest/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Telegraph</a>).</p>
<p>Forensic diving expert Peter Faulding seems to also reject the working hypothesis, telling Talk TV (via <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11721383/Baffled-diving-expert-hunting-Nicola-Bulley-fears-phone-left-bench-decoy.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwAR1Nmk2xkYFmfFIW1Kj4tpQJxRYavbLHLG_nRdtGDp6mQL4IattOsFYFakY" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Daily Mail</a>) that he's "truly baffled" by the case, and doesn't believe she fell into the water - adding that if she'd drowned her body would have been recovered by now.</p>
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<p>Faulding - founder and CEO of Dorking-based specialist diving group Specialist Group International (SGI) - and his team have been assisting in the search for Bulley. His own hypothesis is that a third party was involved and that the phone left on the bench was a decoy.</p>
<p>"After 25 years of doing this kind of work, after hundreds of cases, I am well and truly baffled. Normally you would expect the divers to find them easily," Faulding stated, further explaining that when a person drowns they "generally go down where they are", with search teams normally finding their bodies within five to 10 meters of where they fell in.</p>
<p class="mol-para-with-font">"The police have nothing to go on. All they have is a mobile phone at the moment and they said it could possibly be a decoy [...]  In another couple of days, I will be confident she is not in that area at all. We have the best sonar you can buy. We have scanned a huge area today (February 6) and there is nothing there," he continued.</p>
<p class="mol-para-with-font">He then added: "A body will move after a time, but they searched that area and came up with nothing - that is what is weird here. We are baffled."</p>
<p>Our thoughts are with the family, friends, and colleagues of Nicola Bulley at this difficult time.</p>
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'Baffled' expert hunting for missing Nicola Bulley fears her phone was decoy

A Virginia teacher who was shot by her six-year-old student had sent emails expressing concern about the troubled youngster.

In a warning to administrators about the unnamed boy's conduct inside the classroom, Abigail Zwerner claimed that the child stuck up his middle finger at another student and bumped "into a classmate while running around the class," before allegedly shoving his victim to the floor. She also said she felt "uncomfortable" with him coming back to her classroom.

"As of today, I do not feel comfortable with him returning to my classroom today…," she added in the email to then-Principal Briana Foster Newton and then-Assistant Principal Ebony Parker, per documents obtained by <a href="https://www.13newsnow.com/amp/article/news/local/mycity/newport-news/abby-zwerner-emails-reveal-behavioral-difficulties-with-6-year-old-at-richneck-elementary-newport-news/291-b61cb3c7-e2b2-44bc-b53b-961540183459" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">13News Now</a>,

Parker suggested setting up a meeting with the child's father in order to discuss his "behavioral difficulties" and "put some things in place to support" him, according to another email on November 22, as seen by the news outlet.

Shortly before her student opened fire, Zwerner had, according to reports, messaged someone from her personal life, informing them that the boy had a gun in his backpack.

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Following the attack, the boy's family told the district that he "suffers from an acute disability and was under a care plan at the school that included his mother or father attending school with him and accompanying him to class every day."

They said that the week the incident took place "was the first week when we were not in class with him. We will regret our absence on this day for the rest of our lives."

The lawyer for former Principal Foster Newton said she had not been told that the youngster was carrying a firearm on the day of the altercation.

"It continues to be reported that unidentified school administrators were aware the 6-year-old student had a gun at school on Jan. 6 and simply failed to act," attorney Pamela Branch told reporters last week.

"Mrs. Newton has been assumed to be one of those administrators; however, this is far from the truth," she said. "The fact of the matter is those who were aware the student had a gun on the premises that day did not report it to Ms. Newton."

Newton and Parker both handed in their notice after it emerged that administrators had reportedly been warned multiple times that day about the boy having a gun on him.

Zwerner's lawyer Diane Toscano claims school staffers told administrators he was carrying the deadly weapon but that no further action was taken.

According to the attorney, Zwerner plans to launch a lawsuit against the school district over the "entirely preventable" event.

After being shot in the chest and hand, the teacher managed to get her students out of harm's way before she was taken to the hospital.

The Virginia Senate has since passed a resolution praising the heroic teacher.

The resolution reads: "Despite life-threatening injuries, Abby Zwerner ushered her students to safety in another room and was the last person to exit the classroom where the shooting took place; no students were injured," and "then alerted the school administrator to call for assistance."

The child's mother had purchased the 9mm gun legally and has not been charged with a crime, officials confirmed.
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<p>A Virginia teacher who was shot by her six-year-old student had sent emails expressing concern about the troubled youngster.</p>
<p>In a warning to administrators about the unnamed boy's conduct inside the classroom, Abigail Zwerner claimed that the child stuck up his middle finger at another student and bumped "into a classmate while running around the class," before allegedly shoving his victim to the floor. She also said she felt "uncomfortable" with him coming back to her classroom.</p>
<p>"As of today, I do not feel comfortable with him returning to my classroom today…," she added in the email to then-Principal Briana Foster Newton and then-Assistant Principal Ebony Parker, per documents obtained by <a href="https://www.13newsnow.com/amp/article/news/local/mycity/newport-news/abby-zwerner-emails-reveal-behavioral-difficulties-with-6-year-old-at-richneck-elementary-newport-news/291-b61cb3c7-e2b2-44bc-b53b-961540183459" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">13News Now</a>,</p>
<p>Parker suggested setting up a meeting with the child's father in order to discuss his "behavioral difficulties" and "put some things in place to support" him, according to another email on November 22, as seen by the news outlet.</p>
<p>Shortly before her student opened fire, Zwerner had, according to reports, messaged someone from her personal life, informing them that the boy had a gun in his backpack.</p>
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<p>Following the attack, the boy's family told the district that he "suffers from an acute disability and was under a care plan at the school that included his mother or father attending school with him and accompanying him to class every day."</p>
<p>They said that the week the incident took place "was the first week when we were not in class with him. We will regret our absence on this day for the rest of our lives."</p>
<p>The lawyer for former Principal Foster Newton said she had not been told that the youngster was carrying a firearm on the day of the altercation.</p>
<p>"It continues to be reported that unidentified school administrators were aware the 6-year-old student had a gun at school on Jan. 6 and simply failed to act," attorney Pamela Branch told reporters last week.</p>
<p>"Mrs. Newton has been assumed to be one of those administrators; however, this is far from the truth," she said. "The fact of the matter is those who were aware the student had a gun on the premises that day did not report it to Ms. Newton."</p>
<p>Newton and Parker both handed in their notice after it emerged that administrators had reportedly been warned multiple times that day about the boy having a gun on him.</p>
<p>Zwerner's lawyer Diane Toscano claims school staffers told administrators he was carrying the deadly weapon but that no further action was taken.</p>
<p>According to the attorney, Zwerner plans to launch a lawsuit against the school district over the "entirely preventable" event.</p>
<p>After being shot in the chest and hand, the teacher managed to get her students out of harm's way before she was taken to the hospital.</p>
<p>The Virginia Senate has since passed a resolution praising the heroic teacher.</p>
<p>The resolution reads: "Despite life-threatening injuries, Abby Zwerner ushered her students to safety in another room and was the last person to exit the classroom where the shooting took place; no students were injured," and "then alerted the school administrator to call for assistance."</p>
<p>The child's mother had purchased the 9mm gun legally and has not been charged with a crime, officials confirmed.</p>
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