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JOJO Siwa revealed she’s in floods of tears after leaving the UK following three weeks with her boyfriend, Chris Hughes.

The US pop star, 22, returned to London in May to perform a gig and enjoyed an extended stay with Chris, who she met on Celebrity Big Brother in March

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JoJo Siwa is gutted to leave Chris Hughes after three weeks together[/caption]

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A JoJo fan page shared a meme of a young girl crying in London on Instagram which the pop star reposted and added: “Honestly it was worse than this more tears hahaha.”

It was reminiscent of the first days of their romance when Chris jetted home from the States after a week-long stay, leaving JoJo in tears.

They’re confident they can weather long distance though. JoJo insisted she’ll never break up with Chris, 32, calling their relationship “earthquake proof”.

She told Capital Breakfast: “You know what’s interesting? As hectic as life is, and as much as that noise goes on, I feel like Christopher and I discovered this beautiful house together. 

“And this house is earthquake proof, and it’s fireproof, and bulletproof.

“And you know, we discovered this house and found the keys, and we took the keys and locked ourselves in, and now it’s like… You know what I mean? I feel like that with myself, I feel like that with him.”

Jordan then quizzed JoJo on whether she had found her ‘happy place’ with Chris.

The US star gushed: “Oh my god, absolutely! We’re having the best time. He’s just the best!

“I was saying this to my parents the other day. Like, I’m decently nice; he makes me look like I’m mean! 

“And I’m like known for being nice, that’s the thing. People say to me, ‘Oh, you’re so nice’.

“He makes me we want to be nicer, because he’s such a nice human. He’s the best egg in the batch! I could never get tired of speaking highly of him, he’s just the best.”

The pair spent time with Chris’s parents in the Cotswolds during her stay, enjoying time riding horses.

They couldn’t keep their hands off each other at times with Chris pictured kissing JoJo on the neck. 

JoJo admitted she’s “shocked” at how close they have become in such a short period of time.

Speaking to Billboard, she said: “It blows my mind that 30 days ago I would never have even imagined that I would be friends with Chris Hughes, that’s the weirdest thing, much less be one of the closest people too me now in my life who I would die for.

“I think its a combination of the shared experience but also in Big Brother, you have no phone, no outside communication, no distraction, nothing.

“You only have each other. I love connecting and I love people and when someone comes into your life and you enjoy it, you can tell.”

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The singer said she is ‘shocked’ at how close the pair have become[/caption]

A GRANDFATHER has been left £45,000 out of pocket after purchasing a caravan from Haven Holidays.

Despite the vehicle being worth less than £15,000, spiralling costs have left him saying “it’s the worst decision I’ve ever made”.

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Christopher Jeff has been left £45,000 out of pocket after purchasing the caravan[/caption]

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He and his wife, Ida, purchased the vehicle in Watchet in 2023[/caption]

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They spent nearly £10,000 revamping the property[/caption]

Christopher Jeff, 60, bought the caravan in 2023 in Doniford Bay holiday park, Somerset in 2023.

He and his wife Ida, 56, had first visited 13 years ago before deciding to put some of his pension money towards the vehicle when they visited with their grandson Theo two years ago.

He told BPM Media: “We knew we couldn’t afford a brand new caravan but we found what we thought was a nice one that was a bit older for £14,859.

“I had to cash in a good chunk of my pension to pay for the caravan.

“I thought it would be worth it for some family holidays away from the rat race.”

The old caravan quickly began racking up additional costs, as Christopher spent more than £10,000 refitting the caravan he purchased as a leaseholder from Haven Holidays.

This included kitting the vehicle out with a microwave, fridge freezer and bedding – costing around £5,000.

On top of these costs, the couple were “encouraged” to buy side decking, a storage box and a bench, all of which came to just under £5,000.

Even the ground rent – a fee paid by leaseholders to freeholders – was more than Christopher and Ida expected.

This added another £6,000 in annual fees – a cost that has since gone up to £8,161.

Haven Holidays say that the purchase and license agreement clearly states the total site fees, the basis for fee increases, and the period the park is open.

Christopher says that Haven Holidays advised the couple to rent out the caravan to help cover their growing expenses.

However, in order to cover the thousands of pounds in ground rent, the caravan would need to be rented out every single week of the season for £450.

This was made even more difficult by the fact that Haven Holidays were reportedly offering cheaper rents on their own caravans.

Christopher said: “Haven were undercutting us by renting their own caravans cheaper all season long – sometimes £150 for a week in the off season.”

As a result, the couple only managed to rent the caravan out for five weeks in 2024.

With much of the annual cost unaccounted for, Ida’s income from working in sales was used to cover the shortfall.

Christopher estimates that the caravan costs £1,500 a day of use in real terms, as 30 days onsite has cost the couple £45,000.

He said: “It’s just too expensive to own one of these units. We have only holidayed in it for ten long weekends.”

The couple faced further financial insecurity after a national grid failure damaged a lot of electrical appliances at the park, leading them to be told their boiler would need replacing.

However, after three months and three visits from contractors, they were eventually told they didn’t need any repairs as they had a water heater, not a boiler.

A spokesperson for Haven Holidays say that they worked “as quickly as possible” to fix issues and that this was at no cost to Mr Jeff.

The costs have become so unbearable that the couple has tried to sell the caravan – but this too would lose them money.

While they paid nearly £15,000 for the vehicle, they are yet to receive an offer for more than £3,000, with Haven Holidays taking a 15% commission of any sales.

Mr Jeff said: “Nobody wants to buy a caravan and take on the commitment of paying over £8,000 for nine months of caravan access.

“Especially when you can’t rent it out and break even because its cheaper for guests to go directly through Haven.”

In a desperate bid to resolve their financial problems, they reached out to European Consumer Claims who have taken on the case with the hopes of getting the couple their money back.

CEO of ECC Greg Wilson said: “When we first started looking into holiday park consumer abuse we were aware that there were issues. However the sheer scale of wrongdoing was shocking even to us.”

The company is working with leading consumer lawyers to seek financial compensation for people who have been swindled by unexpected fees.

Haven owns a number of holiday parks around the UK, primarily found along the coastline, including in Yorkshire, the Lake District, Scotland and Cornwall.

A Haven Holidays spokesperson said: “Haven is committed to ensuring full transparency at every stage of the buying and selling process and clearly communicates with owners the different options available to them – including the total site fees for that year, the basis for subsequent increases and period the park is open during the year – as well as any associated terms and conditions.

“The decking was installed at Mr. Jeffs’ request; however, the other items mentioned (including the storage box, microwave, fridge freezer, bedding, and bench) were not purchased from Haven, and we are therefore unable to comment on them.”

CELEBRITY Gogglebox have signed up the UK’s leading sports star for its current series.

Channel 4 bosses have secured the 18-year-old in a huge coup to the show and he will make his debut this week.

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Darts sensation Luke Littler has bagged a spot on a huge fan-favourite TV show[/caption]

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Darts champion Luke Littler will be pairing up with his close pal and popular internet personality, AngryGinge, for the hit programme’s biggest signing so far this year.

It is yet another foray into the TV world for Luke who has seen his stardom rise over the past 18 months to become one of the country’s most talked-about sportsmen.

Last year, he appeared as the special guest on Freddie Flintoff‘s ITV revival of popular darts programme, Bullseye.

Luke will make his first appearance on Celebrity Gogglebox this Friday alongside regular stars including Nick Grimshaw and Richie Anderson.

His co-star, Morgan Burtwistle, better known by his YouTube name AngryGinge has amassed a legion of followers since shooting to fame thanks to his infamous live streams.

It will be his second stint in reality TV after appearing alongside Made in Chelsea’s Olivia Bentley and Love Island star Chloe Burrows in the first series of KSI’s hit reality show, Inside.

In a video to confirm their appearance on the show, AngryGinge said: “Me and The Nuke have joined the Gogglebox family this Friday on Channel 4 at…”

He then threw to Luke to confirm the time of 9pm in the light-hearted clip.

Earlier this year, we reported how Luke was set to star in the second series of Sky’s show about arrows stars, called simply Darts.

His future with ITV was also revealed after his Bullseye success.

The reboot of the cult gameshow pulled in almost 7million viewers.

A TV insider said of a deal for the new series: “Luke will be getting deals thrown at him from all quarters, but ITV are confident that he’ll be tempted.

“This deal could turn him from being a darts star into a bona fide TV star.”

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Luke is seeing huge success in and out of the darts arena[/caption]

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Sources claim he could be the next ‘bonafide TV star’[/caption]

TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD quickly corrected himself after letting slip he had been “waiting a long time” to join Real Madrid.

The defender was announced as a Real Madrid player after the Spanish giants stumped up £10million to sign him early from Liverpool.

Alexander-Arnold revealed his excitement at putting pen to paper on what he described as a “proud day”.

But he also dropped a clanger after suggesting he had been waiting a long time to become a Real player.

He said at a press conference: “Very, very exciting for me. A day I’ve been waiting a long time for now.

“Very excited, very happy, very proud to be here. It’s a dream to be here but there’s still a lot of hard work to do and I’m excited to get started straight away. It’s an exciting time for me.”

The England star quickly corrected that statement, clarifying he meant he has only been waiting a few weeks for his switch to the Bernbeu.

He added: “To clear that up, by waiting a long time I mean a couple of weeks. Not years.

“But I am very excited be here. Whether you support the club or not, you have to respect the trophies that the club win.

“No matter what, that has been always there for me. I have always admired players and clubs that win trophies.”

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Alexander-Arnold, 26, showed off his fluent Spanish at his Real Madrid unveiling.

His short speech left fans stunned and won him applause from those who gathered at the event.

He said in Spanish: “Good afternoon. Thank you to (club president) Florentino Perez and the club for this opportunity.

“This doesn’t happen every day, it’s a dream come true.

“I’m very happy and proud to be here. I want to show Real Madrid fans how I play.

“I realise that I am signing for Real Madrid and that the demands are high but I am going to give my all for the team and Real Madrid fans.

“I want to show those fans how I play, I want to win many titles, I want to be a winner here and enjoy playing alongside the best players in the world. Hala Madrid.”

THIS is the moment a battered Fiat 500 races BACKWARDS up a street and does donuts on a patch of grass after broad daylight chaos erupted.

Up to 60 yobs – many wearing balaclavas – sparked carnage on the streets in Salford, Greater Manchester, yesterday afternoon.

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A Fiat 500 raced through the streets of Salford today[/caption]

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The car was being pursued by a mysterious black vehicle[/caption]

Riot cops were called in to tackle the chaos, which saw a police car’s windscreen smashed in and hooded yobs on bikes taking to the streets.

Four arrests have been made following the disorder, including a 16-year-old girl who has been charged with assaulting a police officer.

She has been released on bail and is due to appear in court at a later date.

Shocking footage shows a white Fiat 500 speeding down the road with its boot door wide open.

In the video, the car – which had a missing bumper and an open boot – can be seen reversing down the road.

After pacing up and down the street, the vehicle sped onto the pavement and began doing donuts on a local lawn.

The Fiat was driven by a group of masked youths, who can be seen dangling out of the car’s windows.

Meanwhile, a black car tried to pass through the chaos but was forced to repeatedly stop due to the Fiat’s erratic driving.

Bins had also been laid out across the road, making it even more difficult for vehicles to pass.

In a separate video, several youths can be seen stalking the street on motorbikes and hanging from another black vehicle.

The yobs also set fire to a vehicle and smashed the windscreen of one of a cop car.

GMP Superintendent Marcus Noden said: “This sort of behaviour will not be tolerated and we took robust and appropriate action.

“In response to this disorder we have dispatched a large number of officers to the scene, and we now have a dispersal order in place until 2pm tomorrow afternoon (Thursday 12 June 2025).

“A large number of officers will be remaining in the area over night as a precaution.

“We are aware of speculation online that this incident is linked to immigration, this is categorically incorrect.

“There are currently no ongoing incidents in the area, however, tensions remain heightened, and we have robust plans in place, should we need to respond to any further incidents.

“I would also like to thank members of the public for their patience and support while we continue to deal with this incident.”

The GMP confirmed that one girl had been arrested for assaulting a police officer, as several hooded figures through bricks at officers.

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The Fiat 100 was heavily damaged, with its boot hanging open and its front number plate missing[/caption]

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The rioters set one car ablaze[/caption]

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Police rushed to the scene to stop the riot[/caption]

FOOD cravings and bump size are among the most common myths expectant parents believe.

But half of parents believed myths during pregnancy that turned out to be false, according to new research.

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Myths aren’t facts. And they definitely aren’t a substitute for understanding your own body and the right professional advice, says doula Carly Sandland[/caption]

By just looking at the bump and analysing pregnancy cravings, the challenge is to decide if it’s a boy or a girl.

According to these commonly believed myths, carrying the baby high in the womb means it’s a girl, while lower means a boy.

And salty or sour cravings point towards a boy whereas those craving sweet things are carrying a girl.

It comes after research, commissioned by Vitabiotics Pregnacare, found 47 per cent of new parents originally believed well-known myths during pregnancy that they later realised weren’t all true.

A poll of 1,000 parents of children aged 0-10 found 11 per cent of those believed having sour cravings during the first trimester indicated you were expecting a boy.

While the same percentage (11 per cent) thought carrying the baby high up in the womb meant you would be welcoming a little girl to the world.

And 12 per cent believed that experiencing an influx of spots on your skin also indicated a female.

But 79 per cent feel at least a few of the superstitions about pregnancy that they’d heard about and believed in ended up coming true.

As a result, 51 per cent of those who had heard of a superstition used this to try and predict their baby’s gender.

With 44 per cent of these trying the ‘swinging ring test’ – where you tie a ring to a string and swing it over the belly to see which way it moves.

Carly Sandland, doula and founder of The Doula Club, which matches pregnant women with doulas to provide support to families during pregnancy, labour, birth and postpartum, said: “As a doula, I’ve heard every pregnancy myth going.

“Carrying high? Must be a boy. Bad skin? Definitely a girl. Craving savoury food? That’s obviously a boy.

“It’s amazing how confidently people will make these calls – even from complete strangers in the supermarket.

“What this research shows is how common these myths still are – and how many people believe them, even just a little.

“But why not enjoy the guessing games? Have a laugh at the wild ones, and let people guess if they must. But don’t let any of it carry more weight than it deserves.

“Myths aren’t facts. And they definitely aren’t a substitute for understanding your own body and the right professional advice.

“If something feels off, ask questions. If it doesn’t sit right, trust yourself.”

Parents-to-be who have heard about pregnancy myths also believed severe morning sickness would suggest a female baby, while mild sickness pointed towards a boy (14 per cent).

While 10 per cent thought jumping up and down vigorously after sex would stop conception happening.

It also emerged 30 per cent of those who tried to use a superstition to guess the baby’s gender had a go at the ‘key test’, where the expectant parent is observed picking up a key and if they opt to grab it by the narrow end, it means a girl is due.

And while 53 per cent of new parents asked friends and family for advice about their baby’s arrival, 42 per cent turned to Google – and 23 per cent searched social media.

But 13 per cent of parents who had heard about myths or superstitions claim they influenced their expectations of pregnancy ‘a lot’, according to the OnePoll.com figures.

A spokesperson for Vitabiotics Pregnacare added: “Of course, not all of these tales are rooted in fact – but they can still be surprisingly persuasive.

“While these stories are usually fairly harmless, it’s always best to check anything that may be concerning or unusual with a midwife or medical professional.”

A WOMAN was left stunned when she returned to her car and found it had melted – leaving her without a vehicle for weeks.

Tracey Casteel was one of many drivers who, one month after a major parking garage fire that damaged 50 cars, is still struggling for information on her set of wheels.

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Many drivers are still waiting on answers from the airport and valet service[/caption]

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One said she only found out her vehicle had melted after seeing it on the news[/caption]

The Jacksonville International Airport has caused hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of damage and left multiple car owners awaiting some sort of compensation and explanation.

Speaking to Action News Jax, Casteel said she was told by the valet company SP+ when she returned to the garage on May 19 that they were unable to get her car – and that she had to take a Lyft or Uber.

She later found out it had melted after seeing it on the news.

“It’s like when I watch my cat chase her tail. It’s just you’re going in circles, only you’re hitting brick walls everywhere you go,” said Casteel.

She says she contacted the airport when the fire first happened, but added: “I did the little online thing of putting in your car and everything, but everything tells you if you’re valet parked that you have to talk to the valet folks.

“I have attempted to reach the airport through social media and different things like that. I’ve gotten no response from the airport.”

As she’s struggling to get to her car, it also means her insurance can’t help her out.

Since the incident, she’s been forced to pay for a rental while she tries to get some answers from the airport or the valet company.

She said: “The airport has not necessarily talked directly to the folks that valet parked, because valet parking is managed by another company.

“They have spoken to us, and I actually was able to reach out to a couple of different folks, even at their corporate office in leadership roles, but they can only tell us what the airport tells them.

“Just trying to get some answers has been extremely frustrating.”

ALL’S WELL THAT END’S WELL

Elsewhere, a woman was left fuming after someone else’s mistake seemingly cost her $3,000 in fees to get her car back from a tow company.

Kenethia Dunning of Birmingham, Alabama, had her 2012 Hyundai Elantra stolen back in April, hours after she returned home from work.

It left her without her much-needed vehicle for nearly a month and worried she’d never see it returned.

As reported by WBRC, Dunning revealed thieves shattered her car’s window and used a simple USB charger – in a method known as the “Kia Challenge”, which takes advantage of a security flaw in certain Hyundai and Kia models – to drive off.

She said: “I didn’t know which way to turn, I didn’t know if I was going to get my car back or anything.”

Naturally, she reported the theft to the Birmingham Police, but weeks passed with no updates while her car, unknown to Dunning, was found by Midfield Police the same day it was stolen.

It was then towed to local tow company King Boyz Towing and Recovery, but failed to be entered into the state database as a recovered stolen vehicle until weeks later.

This meant that, when the car was finally located, Dunning was slapped with a bill of some $3,000 in storage fees.

Marcus King, owner of King Boyz Towing and Recovery, believes something fell through the cracks during the handoff between police and the state system.

Legally, King had every right to collect the fee, but brilliantly, after learning the full story, he decided to waive the charges entirely.

“We believe in our folks, we’re going to take care of them if we can – we just got to make sure that our customers are happy,” he added.

Dunning says the act of kindness has lifted a weight off her shoulders.

ALDI is known for its incredible food and drink dupes – but now and again, they surprise us with a beauty dupe to rival the real deal.

Now, the supermarket has come out with a moisturizing beauty buy that is perfect for summer.

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Aldi has beauty fans rcing for their latest dupe[/caption]

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The bargain-friendly store’ night cream has lots of anti-aging benefits[/caption]

From perfume that smells just like designer versions, to makeup that’s been compared to the likes of Charlotte Tilbury – Aldi has got it all.

But it’s their new Anti-Wrinkle Night Cream that has shoppers rushing to stores.

The $4.29 cream has a blend of retinol and Coenzyme Q10 to reverse the signs of aging and keep skin silky soft.

There’s a multitude of reasons retinol is so good for the skin – from increasing cell production, exfoliation, banishing dark marks, acne, and increasing collagen production.

While Coenzyme Q10 has been proven to penetrate the skin and protect against skin damage on a cellular level.

It is also fragrance-free, so that even those with sensitive skin can use it.

And what makes the product even better is that it’s a dupe of the viral Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream.

One thing to note with the Aldi dupe is that you will need to use SPF daily while using it.

While retinol is amazing for rejuvenating the skin, it also increases skin sensitivity to sun exposure.

Like with any Aldi product, you’d best head to stores quickly, as once it’s gone, it’s gone.

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It’s been said to be a dupe of Drunk Elephant for a fraction of the price[/caption]

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But the moisturizer isn’t the only bargain to pick up from the supermarket right now.

A beauty lover recently took to social media to show off the amazing range of beauty dupes available in Aldi at the moment, including a hand cream that resembles the cult-favourite L’Occitane one.

In the post, they wrote: “New Aldi beauty dupes out now!”

The bargain store is also selling a super moisturising hand cream for just 69 cents, which is a must-have with the current weather to stop your hands from cracking.

It’s also a dupe of the L’Occitane hand cream which is a cult-favourite among beauty fans.

Both hand creams contain shea butter and coconut oil for a hydrating finish.

There was also a dupe for the Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish facial cleanser.

As well as a day and night moisturiser for the face called Rejuvelate for $3.79 each, compared to L’Oreal’s Revitalift creams.

To finish your moisturising skincare routine you can also pick up a Q10 renew anti-wrinkle eye cream, which is said to be similar to cNivea Q10 Power cream..

COSTCO customers are slated to receive a $10 credit each month as part of a new perk intended to boost the value of a membership.

The monthly credit, automatically applied to qualifying orders placed via a popular service, expands on a key partnership Costco rolled out in 2017.

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Costco is taking strides to boost the value of its membership[/caption]

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Select Costco members will see a new perk roll out by the end of the month[/caption]

Costco operates on a members-only model, boasting approximately 140 million members worldwide and an over 90% membership renewal rate. 

Member satisfaction is at the forefront of Costco’s mind, according to company CEO Ron Vachris, who previously revealed that membership was the “most important” item sold by the retailer.

“Everything we do supports that transaction,” said the top executive.

The warehouse club offers three main membership tiers – Gold Star, Executive, and Business – and is constantly looking for ways to enhance the value it provides to its loyal members.

In a move to do just that, Costco announced on Wednesday that it would be rolling out a new delivery perk, offering a $10 monthly credit toward same-day delivery or Costco via Instacart.

The perk will begin on June 30, available to Executive Members in the US and Canada on order of at least $150.

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Costco is offering Executive Members a free $10 credit each month for qualifying delivery orders[/caption]

“Costco Executive Members expect exceptional value – and now, they can get even more delivered to their door,” said Daniel Danker, chief product officer at Instacart.

“Our new monthly credit makes it easier than ever for members across North America to get Costco’s warehouse items with the convenience of fast and reliable delivery through Instacart.”

The monthly $10 credit will be applied automatically to eligible Costco orders placed via same-day delivery or Instacart.

The warehouse club first teamed up with Instacart, the leading grocery technology company in North America, for same-day delivery in 2017.

The duo later expanded their partnership in 2021 to launch Costco’s same-day delivery site powered by Instacart Storefront Pro.

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While Costco’s retail merchandise accounts for the majority of its sales, its real money maker is its membership cards.

The majority of its profits come from the retailer’s hefty annual membership fees, particularly from its Executive Membership level.

Although Executive Members make up 37.6 million of Costco’s 79.6 million memberships, according to Costco data, they account for roughly 73% of the company’s profits.

Costco’s Executive Members tend to spend more at the warehouse due to the structure and benefits of their $130 membership, which is double the price of the standard Gold Star Membership.

The chain works hard to ensure their top spenders are satisfied.

For example, Costco announced earlier this month it would be rolling out earlier hours for its Executive Members.

Beginning on June 30, Executive level customers can shop at Costco one hour earlier than Gold Star members, per Business Insider.

“Our Executive Members are our most loyal members, and we want to reward them for their commitment to Costco,” read an internal email seen by the outlet.

Costco’s Executive Members enjoy other perks as well, such as 2% cash back on every dollar spent at the warehouse club. 

The retailer strongly believes in the value of its membership, even promising to refund the difference between a Gold Star membership and Executive Membership in a shopper’s first year if they are not satisfied.

As Costco launches new perks for its top-paying members, all shoppers will see changes over at the food court.

For example, Costco is making a “dumb” ordering change, sparking chaos with shoppers as it “slows things down.”

Plus, Costco is giving Starbucks a run for its money as it quietly rolls out a “refreshing” $2.99 food court treat in time for summer.

PAT McAfee has reportedly banned NFL insider Adam Schefter from his ESPN program after a behind-the-scenes decision.

ESPN has issued a statement regarding the situation involving the former NFL punter-turned-sports media personality and the reporter.

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ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter has been “essentially banned” from The Pat McAfee Show for a specific incident[/caption]

The Athletic’s Andrew Marchand reported that McAfee banned Schefter from his show after his ESPN colleague chose to appear on a rival program in March.

The report said that McAfee was upset when Schefter declined an appearance on his show during the NFL’s free agency deadline.

Instead, Schefter appeared on an ESPN2 free agency special.

The Worldwide Leader of Sports also shared that Schefter is expected to return to The Pat McAfee Show on Thursday.

McAfee and Schefter have yet to comment on the report.

But ESPN responded to the publication’s report and called it a “rumor” while also praising McAfee’s relationship with the network.

“Pat and his show are thriving on ESPN,” the statement read.

“We are very pleased with the partnership.

“That said, in the nearly three years since Pat has brought his show to our platforms, we’ve continuously seen those out there that are seemingly obsessed with wanting to see Pat fail on ESPN.

“This rumor is just the latest example of that.

“Pat and his show continue to break the mold and reach new audiences, and we look forward to the continued success together.”

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport has been a regular in Schefter’s place.

But it seems that McAfee and Schefter have let bygones be bygones.

McAfee signed a $85 million deal with ESPN in 2023 for his program.

The show is broadcast on ESPN and is also shown on YouTube.

McAfee brings on plenty of guests, including Aaron Rodgers, who appears weekly during the NFL season.

The 38-year-old also hosts ESPN’s popular College GameDay.

Before joining ESPN, the former Indianapolis Colts punter worked at Barstool Sports.