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Reporter covering L.A. protests hit by rubber bullet on live TV

An Australian television journalist reporting live from downtown Los Angeles amid the large-scale protests over President Trump’s immigration crackdown was hit in the leg by a rubber bullet, her network said. Lauren Tomasi, a 9News correspondent, was reporting live on Sunday when an officer behind her suddenly raised their firearm and fired a nonlethal round […]

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Stephen Curry, Caleb McLaughlin, Gabrielle Union, & Nick Kroll Set For Voice Cast Of Sony Pictures  Animation’s Sports-Themed Movie  ‘Goat’– Annecy

Sony Pictures Animation’s sports-themed animated feature Goat has unveiled a starry voice cast, featuring NBA champion Stephen Curry and Stranger Things star Caleb McLaughlin, during a preview event at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. Curry and McLaughlin will be joined in the cast by Gabrielle Union (Bad Boys II, The Perfect Find), Nick Kroll (Big Mouth), […]

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Macron claims win in fight to save oceans — but there’s work to do

NICE, France — An international agreement on protecting the world’s oceans could soon enter into force as French President Emmanuel Macron announced Monday that enough countries have “formally committed” to ratifying the so-called High Seas Treaty. “While the Earth is warming, the ocean is boiling,” Macron said. “Our scientists are telling us things we could […]

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The trick to deleting ChatGPT chats faster – and what the NYT lawsuit means

One of the best reasons to get a ChatGPT account instead of having temporary chats with OpenAI’s chatbot is the ability to save the more important conversations. ChatGPT might give you useful guides you’ll want to revisit. For me, that includes travel and visiting plans or marathon training routines. Load the ChatGPT app on your […]

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Apple WWDC 2025 live updates: Tim Cook to show off new version of iOS for iPhones in keynote address

Tim Cook at Apple WWDC 2024, where the company announced its AI software suite, Apple Intelligence. Since then, Apple has faced significant delays in its AI efforts. Apple Employees at Apple’s “spaceship” campus in Cupertino, California, are preparing to welcome crowds of developers, students, and press for its annual Worldwide Developers Conference. The software-focused event, […]

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Katie Price cruelly slammed by mum-shaming trolls as she poses with son Harvey at home

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KATIE Price has been cruelly slammed by mum-shaming trolls.

The former glamour model, 47, came under fire after she posted a sweet snap with son Harvey, 22, at home

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It came after Katie shared a picture of her and Harvey doing some baking.

In the photo the mother and son are posing in the kitchen, with a packet of cake mix in view.

Katie captioned the shot with: “Baking with Harvey 🍰 carrot cake for all the family today.”

While the majority of comments were kind, there were some trolls who used the picture to mum-shame her.

One wrote: “Thought you were really worried about Harvey’s weight!!! And you make a cake?!”

While another added: “Bake it from scratch Katie. You can make one much healthier than from that cake mix, and use real butter not spread.”

This one said: “Wouldn’t it have been healthier for Harvey if you’d made it from scratch.”

Another chimed in: “You moan about his weight but feed him cake.”

HARVEY’S WEIGHT JOURNEY

Meanwhile, last week Katie gave her fans an update on Harvey’s weight loss journey.

She has been worried about her son’s health after his weight reached 30st.

But now she has revealed they have looked at weight loss jabs to help him.

Speaking on the latest episode of her The Katie Price Show podcast, she said: “Hopefully Harvey starts his Mounjaro this week, but we’ll talk about that next week and I’ll go through all of what’s happening about that.”

The mum-of-five previously opened up on how Harvey’s life was at risk because of his size.

The TV personality’s eldest child has Prader-Willi syndrome, which sparks a constant desire to eat food and a permanent feeling of hunger which leads to obesity.

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Harvey battles a series of debilitating conditions including autism, septo-optic dysplasia, ADHD and oppositional defiant disorder.

In a video posted in April, Katie revealed: “I’m so heartbroken and gutted that his weight is just going up. 

“I just googled it in stones, 188kg is just a few kg of being 30 stone.

“It’s so life-threatening now, I’m still waiting for the doctors to get back to me starting on the Mounjaro and his journey to a healthy life.”

She continued:  “It’s so sad his quality of life at the moment where he’s so big, he just can’t really do much.

“It’s just another thing I have to deal with because he’s at high risk of having a heart attack, he struggles to put his trainers or struggles to walk anywhere but I love him and I’m going to help him through this. 

“So sad, obesity and his condition is sad, it’s sad to see someone go through it and he doesn’t understand.”

In February Katie told The Sun she consulted top doctors who suggested starting Harvey on the jabs in a bid to improve his chances of living longer.

Harvey’s biological dad is former footballer Dwight, 53, dated for a short period between 2000 and 2001, but split shortly after Katie told him she was pregnant. 

Everything you need to know about fat jabs

Weight loss jabs are all the rage as studies and patient stories reveal they help people shed flab at almost unbelievable rates, as well as appearing to reduce the risk of serious diseases.

Wegovy – a modified version of type 2 diabetes drug Ozempic – and Mounjaro are the leading weight loss injections used in the UK.

Wegovy, real name semaglutide, has been used on the NHS for years while Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a newer and more powerful addition to the market.

Mounjaro accounts for most private prescriptions for weight loss and is set to join Wegovy as an NHS staple this year.

How do they work?

The jabs work by suppressing your appetite, making you eat less so your body burns fat for energy instead and you lose weight.

They do this my mimicking a hormone called GLP-1, which signals to the brain when the stomach is full, so the drugs are officially called GLP-1 receptor agonists.

They slow down digestion and increase insulin production, lowering blood sugar, which is why they were first developed to treat type 2 diabetes in which patients’ sugar levels are too high.

Can I get them?

NHS prescriptions of weight loss drugs, mainly Wegovy and an older version called Saxenda (chemical name liraglutide), are controlled through specialist weight loss clinics.

Typically a patient will have to have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, classifying them as medically obese, and also have a weight-related health condition such as high blood pressure.

GPs generally do not prescribe the drugs for weight loss.

Private prescribers offer the jabs, most commonly Mounjaro, to anyone who is obese (BMI of 30+) or overweight (BMI 25-30) with a weight-related health risk.

Private pharmacies have been rapped for handing them out too easily and video calls or face-to-face appointments are now mandatory to check a patient is being truthful about their size and health.

Are there any risks?

Yes – side effects are common but most are relatively mild.

Around half of people taking the drug experience gut issues, including sickness, bloating, acid reflux, constipation and diarrhoea.

Dr Sarah Jarvis, GP and clinical consultant at patient.info, said: “One of the more uncommon side effects is severe acute pancreatitis, which is extremely painful and happens to one in 500 people.”

Other uncommon side effects include altered taste, kidney problems, allergic reactions, gallbladder problems and hypoglycemia.

Evidence has so far been inconclusive about whether the injections are damaging to patients’ mental health.

Figures obtained by The Sun show that, up to January 2025, 85 patient deaths in the UK were suspected to be linked to the medicines.

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Who is Harry Cooksley and what football team does the Love Island 2025 contestant play for?

FOOTBALLER Harry Cooksley will be hoping to bring more than just his on-field game to the latest series of Love Island.

Described as having the “full package”, here’s everything we know about the latest baller to enter the famous villa.

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His fans have given Harry a hilarious and flattering nickname

Who is Harry Cooksley?

Harry Cooksley is a semi-professional footballer, gold trader and model who hails from Guildford, Surrey.

He is 30 years old — making him the oldest contestant hoping to find romance on Love Island 2025.

As of June 9, 2025, Harry’s Instagram already boasts over 12k followers — but that number is sure to skyrocket during his time on Love Island.

He regularly posts shirtless selfies, as well as pics of himself playing football — there’s even a photo of Harry alongside Declan Rice.

Harry also works as the England and Arsenal midfielder‘s body double.

He explained: “So, when he does a shoot, any body close-ups will actually be me.

“You’ll never see my face, but you’ll see my shoulder or chest, that kind of thing.”

A source exclusively told The Sun: “Harry’s got the full package — a great, athletic bod and great chat. 

“Love Island’s ladies love a footballer and the Surrey Zidane will be sure to impress as he plays away.”

What team does Harry Cooksley play for?

Harry plays for Farnham Town in the South Central Division.

He is known as The Surrey Zidane by fans of the side.

In a TikTok video shot way before he was announced as part of the lineup for 2025, the team’s players and staff were asked: “Who’s most likely in the squad to go on Love Island?”

Without missing a beat, manager Paul Johnson replied: “Harry Cooksley. All day long.”

One of his teammates added: “Harry Cooksley, probably… if he didn’t have a missus.”

Love Island’s ladies love a footballer and the Surrey Zidane will be sure to impress as he plays away

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Harry joined Farnham Town in the summer of 2023 after spending some time with both AFC Wimbledon and Farnborough.

The midfielder is reportedly known for his wild goal celebrations. 

When is Harry Cooksley joining Love Island 2025?

Premiering at 9pm on Monday, June 9, 2025, Harry is part of the starting lineup for the show’s 12th season.

Instead of joining the show later on as a bombshell, he’s one of the initial batch of Islanders entering the villa at the very start of the series.

In preparation for Love Island 2025, host Maya Jama flew out to Mallorca on May 26, 2025.

She shared videos of herself dancing on Instagram, along with the caption: “On holiday until I start Love Island.”

Love Island 2025 full lineup

  • Harry Cooksley: A 29-year-old footballer with charm to spare.
  • Sophie Lee: A model and motivational speaker who has overcome adversity after suffering life-changing burns in an accident.
  • Shakira Khan: A 22-year-old Manchester-based model, ready to turn heads.
  • Blu Chegini: A boxer with striking model looks, seeking love in the villa.
  • Megan Moore: A payroll specialist from Southampton, looking for someone tall and stylish.
  • Alima Gagigo: International business graduate with brains and ambition.
  • Tommy Bradley: A gym enthusiast with a big heart.
  • Helena Ford: A Londoner with celebrity connections, aiming to find someone funny or Northern.
  • Ben Hullbra: A model ready to make waves.
  • Megan Clarke: An Irish actress already drawing comparisons to Maura Higgins.
  • Dejon Noel-Williams: A personal trainer and semi-pro footballer, following in his footballer father’s footsteps.
  • Aaron Buckett: A towering 6’5” personal trainer.
  • Conor Phillips: A 25-year-old Irish rugby pro
  • Antonia Laites: Love Island’s first bombshell revealed as sexy Las Vegas pool party waitress.
  • Rose Selway: Beauty salon owner from Devon who runs 12 aesthetics clinics, boasting a famous clientele including former Love Islanders 

Departures:

  • Kyle Ashman: Axed after an arrest over a machete attack emerged. He was released with no further action taken and denies any wrongdoing.

Maya spilled the beans on the latest series of the show to her TikTok followers, saying: “Do I even know who the Islanders are?

“Do I know what time and date I’m flying to Mallorca? No, but guess what?

“We are so back. We are so f***ing back. I’m really excited, guys. The sun is out!”

She added: “Summer Love Island‘s about to happen.”

In the trailer for Love Island 2025, Maya said she wants more ‘twists and turns’ in this year’s installment.

She said: “This year Love Island needs something bigger, something bolder, I want ideas.

“This year I want more drama, more bombshells, more break-ups, more makeups.

“I want more twists, I want more twists than ever.”

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Erik ten Hag tried to STOP Man Utd signing Antony but club ‘pushed £86million transfer through at all costs’

ERIK TEN HAG tried to block Manchester United from signing mega-money flop Antony, according to a sensational claim.

Antony, 25, joined the Red Devils in 2022 for £85.5million in Ten Hag‘s first summer at the club to follow the manager directly from Ajax.

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A sensational claim from the co-founder of Erik ten Hag’s SEG agency has claimed he tried to block Antony’s transfer to Man Utd
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The Old Trafford outfit originally did not want to pay as much for the star.

However, according to widespread reports, Man Utd only pushed ahead with the deal after being encouraged by Ten Hag to complete it when he lost his first two games in charge.

Then Man Utd chief John Murtough submitted three bids to take Antony from the Dutch giants, which was eventually accepted.

And after a bright start, Antony failed to live up to his billing and quickly became a scapegoat for Ten Hag’s failings as a Man Utd boss.

The Brazilian eventually lost his place in the starting XI in his second season before he was sent out on loan to Real Betis halfway through his third season with Man Utd.

Ten Hag now manages Bayer Leverkusen and has been linked with the winger once again.

But in a stunning claim from Kees Vos, co-founder of Sports Entertainment Group (SEG) who are Ten Hag’s agency, he says Ten Hag actually tried to BLOCK the move, with Man Utd being the ones wanting to “push it through at all costs”.

Writing in the book, Liverpool and the Dutch, Vos claims: “Ten Hag and Vos were not in favour of this and wanted to stop the transfer.

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“But the club wanted to push through at all costs, because Arsenal was also interested in Antony.

“The risk of a stronger competitor would be great. Ultimately, Manchester United paid almost 100 million euros for Antony.

“Although Ten Hag did not support this transfer, it stuck with him throughout his entire time in Manchester that he took over the attacker from Ajax for this ill-fated amount, who was never able to fulfil his promise.”

Overall, Antony scored just 12 goals and added five assists in 96 games for the Red Devils and was often ridiculed for his flagrant skills which often yielded no end product.

His loan at La Liga club Betis reminded people of skills as he contributed to 14 goals in 26 games.

Man Utd chiefs are reportedly willing to take a hit worth more than half of what they originally paid in order to get him off the books, with a figure of around £40m being reported.

SunSport have also revealed how Ten Hag’s Bayer are considering a move for Jack Grealish after he was told his Manchester City career is over.

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Gogglebox star shocks fans with glam makeover as she looks worlds away from the C4 show

GOGGLEBOX favourite left fans stunned after unveiling a glam new look – looking completely unrecognisable from her Channel 4 sofa days.

The star, known for her laid-back telly-watching attire, swapped PJs for full glam in a makeover that’s sent social media into meltdown.

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Izzi Warner, who’s been a staple on Gogglebox since 2015 alongside sister Ellie, ditched the casual loungewear for a sleek outfit and full face of makeup.

The mum-of-two looked a far cry from her usual sofa-ready self as she posed with freshly styled hair, flawless glam and a figure-hugging outfit.

Taking to Instagram, the 31-year-old gave her followers an insight into her life posting photos with her new boyfriend, two kids, six dogs, famous sister and days out with the family.

She captioned the snaps: “Happy days in May”.

Izzi showed off her incredible slimming figure and glam makeup looks with laminated brows, full eyelashes and beaming white teeth.

Her blonde hair was styled in flattering natural waves, and she oozed luxury with her stylish designer outfits and trendy co-ords.

Fans were stunned to see the blonde beauty out of her casual loungewear and off the sofa.

They flooded the comment section gushing over the star with one saying: “You look amazing Izzy!”

Another added: “Wow. You look fantastic!”

A third penned: “Stunning!”

This comes after Izzi spoke about her new man, Toby Joyce , during a Gogglebox episode where she read out the Valentine’s Day card he had sent her.

Speaking to her sister Ellie, Izzi said: “Wait till you see what Toby got me for Valentine’s – a card in a box!”

She read: “To Izzi, our first of many. Thank you for being the absolute best. I bloody adore you. Happy Valentine’s Day I love you loads and lots more. Toby’.”

While her sister Ellie joked that the letter was “cringe”, fans of the pair have shared their delight over Izzi’s new romance, following her split from ex-partner Grant.

Izzi and Grant were together for 10 years and have two children together; Bobby, 10 and Bessie Rose, four.

It was revealed that she had split from her long-term partner in October 2024.

Izzi has shared pictures with her new boyfriend Toby on social media since January, after posting snaps from the pair’s trip to Paris.

She then revealed her boyfriend has joined the British Army.

Izzi shared a selfie with Toby and appeared to be bursting with pride.

Toby looked dapper as he smiled in the snaps at his swearing-in ceremony at The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.

Izzi said: “The sun shone at Sandhurst on the Sovereigns parade.

“Congratulations to all the officer cadets commissioning today, in particular 16 platoon. Thank you for all who took part in what was spectacular parade.”

She finished her sweet post with: “Proud of you @tobyj1.”

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Man Utd release TEN players including Christian Eriksen and Jonny Evans as massive summer overhaul begins

MANCHESTER UNITED have announced that TEN players are set to leave the club.

The Red Devils announced their released and retained list with some notable names heading for the exit door.

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Star players such as Christian Eriksen, Jonny Evans and Victor Lindelof have not been offered new deals.

Veteran goalkeeper Tom Heaton is also heading for the exit if a new deal can not be agreed.

The club have confirmed that discussions over a new contract are underway.

It is stated that a new deal would see the former Burnley stopper stay at Old Trafford for the 2025/26 season.

Youngsters Hubert Graczyk, Jack Kingdon, Sam Murray, Tom Myles, James Nolan and Tom Wooster are all also due for release.

More to follow…

Man United released players

  • Christian Eriksen
  • Jonny Evans
  • Hubert Graczyk
  • Tom Heaton (In talks over a new deal)
  • Jack Kingdon
  • Victor Lindelof
  • Sam Murray
  • Tom Myles
  • James Nolan
  • Tom Wooster

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