2 days agoBlogsComments Off on Hontiveros sues Quiboloy probe ex-witness, vloggers for cyberlibel
MANILA, Philippines – Sen. Risa Hontiveros on Wednesday filed cyberlibel complaints against personalities allegedly behind a video of a former Senate witness accusing her of coercing testimony against the Dutertes and jailed televangelist Apollo Quiboloy, the latter on trial for sex abuse and human trafficking. Hontiveros filed the complaints before the National Bureau of Investigation
2 days agoBlogsComments Off on Pregnant mum killed in Co Down ‘couldn’t wait to make family complete’ vigil hears amid emotional scenes
A WOMAN who was killed in Co Down was looking forward to the birth of her son to complete her family, her best friend has said.
Hundreds of people have attended a vigil for pregnant mother-of-two Sarah Montgomery in Donaghadee.
PacemakerA vigil was held in Co Down this evening for mum-of-two Sarah Montgomery[/caption]
Dozens of people then queued to leave flowers at Ms Montgomery’s homePacemakerPacemakerAnd hundreds of people attended the vigil, some carrying flowers or candles[/caption]
Large crowds, some carrying flowers or candles, gathered at the town’s resource centre before walking the short distance to the Elmfield Walk home where the body of the 27-year-old was found at the weekend.
Ainsley White became emotional as she addressed the crowd about her best friend.
She described Ms Montgomery as a “mother, a sister, a granddaughter, a friend”.
She added: “To Sarah, family meant everything. Her two little girls meant absolutely everything to her.
“Sarah was the best mummy and she couldn’t wait to make her family complete with her little boy.”
She said: “I hope Sarah knew how much she was loved.
“I don’t have the words to describe Sarah as a friend, I was honoured to call her my best friend and my sister at the same time.
“She never failed to put a smile on your face. She was a girl’s girl, she had your back.”
Ms White said: “It is an absolutely cruel world that we live in. Sarah was just the best ever.”
Ms White added: “Both of you are in the arms of the angels and you are both safe, I hope you both rest in peace and you are looking over us.
“Just know your girls are going to be the most protected kids in this world.”
The crowd then observed a minute’s silence before breaking into applause.
Dozens of people then queued to leave flowers at Ms Montgomery’s home.
Among those who attended the vigil were some members of the family of Natalie McNally, who was pregnant when she was killed in Lurgan, Co Armagh in December 2022.
The death of Ms Montgomery has led to renewed focus on the rate of violence against women and girls in Northern Ireland.
She was the 27th adult woman to be killed in Northern Ireland since 2020.
Earlier in the day, a 28-year-old man appeared in court charged with the murder of Ms Montgomery and child destruction.
PacemakerSarah Montgomery was 34-weeks pregnant at the time of her death[/caption]
2 days agoBlogsComments Off on SC downgrades penalties in 16-year-old theft case
MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court has settled a simple theft case that languished in the courts’ dockets for about 16 years because of faulty charges that resulted in harsh prison sentences. In a 12-page decision on G.R. No. 238383 made public on Wednesday, the high court’s Second Division affirmed convictions meted out by a
GettyJamie Vardy has been tipped to join Rangers[/caption]
AFPTony Pulis believes he would raise expectations at the club[/caption]
Vardy, 38, is a free agent after leaving Leicester City at the end of last season.
And Pulis believes his capture would be a massive statement of intent by Gers’ new American owners.
The legendary former Stoke boss said: “If Jamie Vardy went to Rangers he would be joining a huge rivalry, they have new owners and will want to invest into the team to make things more competitive.
“Russell Martin is at a massive, massive football club and that comes with expectations. If he does bring big names in, that will go through the roof.
“Brendan Rodgers has done an unbelievable job at Celtic and Russell will be under enormous pressure to get closer to them next year.
“Jamie Vardy will not be short of offers. You don’t know whether he’s waiting for another Premier League club to come in for him, but he’s been a fantastic player.
“Taking Leicester to the Premier League title, winning the FA Cup, he is a fit lad and doesn’t look to have put any weight on. I’m sure he will have something on his mind.
“He’ll have a preference and he might be waiting to see what offers he gets, but he will have options all over the world.”
BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK
Vardy could link up with former Foxes team-mate Conor Coady at Ibrox next season.
The defender is keen on a move to Glasgow, with Martin understood to be working hard on a deal for the 32-year-old defender.
Pulis added: “There are one or two teams that have improved immensely behind Celtic and Rangers which has made things more competitive, I’m sure Conor Coady will have lots of options.
“If he ends up at Rangers then he will see that it’s a fantastic club with fantastic support, then it’ll be about trying to play a part in the competition with Celtic which we know is not easy.”
Meanwhile, Pulis reckons Brendan Rodgers could already be thinking about his next challenge.
GettyConor Coady has been tipped to join him at Ibrox[/caption]
The Celtic boss has made four signings this summer as the Hoops begin their quest for five-in-a-row.
Speaking to Fruity King, Pulis said: “I’m not so sure where Brendan Rodgers is at in his career at the moment.
“It’s a fabulous club, Celtic, without a doubt and that’s all around the world, not just in Scotland.
“It’s about the stage he feels his career is at and whether he feels he’s done enough there again to go out and get a new challenge.
“It’s a difficult, difficult choice for him because the club he’s at now is a fantastic football club.”
TRANSFER NEWS LIVE – KEEP UP WITH ALL THE LATEST FROM A BUSY SUMMER WINDOW
2 days agoBlogsComments Off on Big Brother star sparks concern as she’s rushed to hospital after being ‘left for dead’ in car smash
BIG Brother legend Charley Uchea has revealed she was rushed to hospital after being “left for dead” following a nasty car smash.
Charley, 40, took to Instagram to share a snap of the damage to her car, telling fans she’d been hit by a truck.
Charley was rushed to hospital after a horror car crashInstagramInstagramShe showed off the damage to her car and claimed she was ‘left for dead’[/caption]
Charley is one of the most iconic Big Brother housemates everInstagram
The TV star, who shot to fame on the eight series of Big Brother in 2007, also posted a clip showing her in hospital.
She said: “Look at the damage this truck did just by hitting me, then leaves me [for] dead on the side of the road.”
Iconic housemate Charley looked to be in a lot of pain as she showed off some nasty bruises on her face.
She added: “Bless my nurse brushing my hair out, I can’t really use my arms atm I’m so weak.”
Charley series of Big Brother also starred other memorable housemates including Chanelle Hayes and Brian Belo.
Feisty Charley quickly became known for her short temper during her time in the house and it seems she’s still as outspoken as ever.
In 2022, Charley was forced to hit back at claims she had been bleaching her skin.
Shutting down her haters, the Instagram influencer wrote: “Apparently some silly mug is posting me on Twitter and it’s going viral about me bleaching my skin.
“Omg I was on holiday before BB so obviously I’ll be darker.”
She then shared a picture of herself as a child and wrote: “So this is me, a spoilt brat when I was young with my dad.
“Clearly pale but haters will say I was using bleach.”
She shot to fame on the eigth series of the showAlamy
2 days agoBlogsComments Off on For nth time, Makabayan bloc files bill vs political dynasties
MANILA, Philippines — The Makabayan bloc has filed a bill in the newly opened 20th Congress seeking to ban political dynasties, a measure that has been proposed by progressive lawmakers but never took off in previous congresses. The bloc, now a two-person team composed of ACT Teachers Rep. Antonio Tinio and Kabataan Rep. Renee Co,
2 days agoBlogsComments Off on Tennis power couple ‘SPLIT UP’ after pair ‘haunted by ghosts of the past’ both crash out in first round of Wimbledon
TENNIS power couple Stefanos Tsitsipas and Paula Badosa have broken up, according to reports.
It comes just a day after both suffered defeats in the opening round at Wimbledon.
GettyPaula Badosa and Stefanos Tsitsipas have split up[/caption]
The Mega AgencyThe couple began their relationship in May 2023[/caption]
GC ImagesTheir decision comes after both exited Wimbledon in the first round[/caption]
As for Tsitsipas, he exited the tournament yesterday after pulling out when a set down to Valentin Royer due to a back injury – not a broken heart.
The Greek ace admitted the fitness issue had made him “miserable”.
He said: “It’s probably the most difficult situation that I’ve ever been faced with, because it’s an ongoing issue that doesn’t seem to be disappearing or fading off as much.
“Myself, as a person, I have a limit at some point, so I’ll definitely have to have my final answer on whether I want to do stuff or not in the next couple of months.
“This is going to be hard, but if I see it going in that trajectory, there is no point at competing.
“If I’m not healthy, and I’ve talked about health so many times, if health is not there, then your whole tennis life becomes miserable.”
GettyBadosa lost her Wimbledon opener on Centre Court[/caption]
APTsitsipas had to pull out due to a back injury[/caption]
Love Island fans have begged for Movie Night, after Harry made a very cheeky comment to HelenaErotemeHelena revealed how she’d be wearing her hair that eveningErotemeHarry quickly responded: “Well keep it out of your face, we’ve got to get busy later”Eroteme
Over the last week, she has made a play for both Harry AND Harrison, despite them both being coupled up with Shakira and Toni.
Have YOU got a story or an amazing picture or video?Emailexclusive@the-sun.co.ukand you could even get PAID
During this week’s Heart Rate Challenge, Helena made her desire for her ex Harry clear when she whispered a raunchy message in his ear.
Kneeling on the floor, she suggestively sucked his finger, she said: “I want to f*** you.”
Now, Harry has ramped up the sexual tension by making a cheeky comment to Helena while they were sat talking.
He asked her: “What are you doing with your barnet tonight?” to which Helena replied: “I don’t know, what should I do?”
Harry quickly responded: “Well keep it out of your face, we’ve got to get busy later.”
He went on: “Nah I’m just joking, wear it down.”
Emily and Tommy sat next to them awkwardly laughing at the sexual joke.
Harry went on: “A bit more to grab onto,” before taking a sip of his drink.
Helena went on: “I thought you liked it up?” to which Harry replied: “I do like it up, but I don’t need any temptation right now.”
As a result, fans on X have begged for movie night to expose Harry’s comments to Shakira, who he is coupled up with.
One person wrote: “I need movie night ASAP because Shakira needs to see what Harry & Helena say when they’re alone.”
A second penned: “We desperately need movie night so Shakira can see what is really going on.”
And a third person echoed: “Nah, bring on Movie Night. Did Harry really just say that?”
Love Island 2025's current couples after bombshell arrival
WHO is coupled up with who after two new bombshells arrived in the ITV2 show villa?
Tommy and Emily
Shakira and Harry
Gio and Yasmin
Dejon and Meg
Ben and Helena
Harrison and Toni
Conor and Alima
Things are also heating up between Helena and Harrison.
When Toni was away from the villa, Helena made a play for Harrison on the terrace and ended up snogging him.
She also appears not to care that her actions have been upsetting both Toni and Shakira.
Some believe she may be feeling “insecure” in the villa – prompting her to act as though she “doesn’t care”.
Taking to Reddit to discuss, one said: “I think she’s still quite insecure in herself.
“I really don’t like how she’s conducted herself the past few days as it’s now caused two girls to have their feelings really hurt but what she’s doing isn’t the actions of a person who has any confidence in herself.”
While another added: “I find myself feeling sad for her that her self esteem is clearly so low that she is absolutely fine and content with being a side chick to other woman.”
Fans want Shakira to see what Harry has been sayingErotemeFans have now come up with a theory about why Helena is behaving in a very flirty mannerEroteme
2 days agoBlogsComments Off on Malacañang set to release findings of PrimeWater probe
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang said it would announce on Friday the findings of the investigation conducted by the Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA) on the complaints hounding the Villar-owned water service provider PrimeWater Infrastructure Corp. According to Palace press officer and Undersecretary Claire Castro, President Marcos is currently reviewing the comprehensive report submitted by LWUA.