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I’m Muhammad Ali’s grandson but kept it a secret when I walked into the gym… I took beatings like everyone else
BIAGGIO ALI WALSH is related to the most famous fighter of all time but he hid it – because he wanted to take beatings just like everyone else.
The 26-year-old is the grandson to boxing icon Muhammad Ali and now finds himself making his own way in MMA.
Biaggio once had aspirations of going to the NFL but swapped American football for MMA – where he is now 2-0.
The lightweight trains at Extreme Couture – the Las Vegas gym headed up by Eric Nicksick – trainer to Francis Ngannou.
When Biaggio first walked into the gym he kept his identity a secret – and it took ex-UFC champion Sean Strickland FOUR YEARS to catch on.
Biaggio told SunSport: “I never walked into Extreme Couture and I would tell people, ‘Oh, I’m Muhammad Ali’s grandson.’
“That’s actually the last thing I want is for people to know as soon as they get to a gym.
“So yeah, I think just word of mouth, people started to find out who I was. Apparently Sean Strickland didn’t know till like a couple of weeks ago.
“He came up to me and he’s like, ‘Bro, you’re Muhammad Ali’s grandson?’ I was like, ‘Yes Sean, you didn’t know this? I thought like Eric or someone would have told you or something.
“He’s like, ‘No. I didn’t know, that’s so cool. Like, how was he? Was he cool?’ I was like, ‘Yeah, he was cool, he was funny. Does the boxing make sense now?'”
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Biaggio – who shares his Islamic faith with his grandad – had seven amateur fights – winning six – before turning professional in 2024.
But that came after years of learning the ropes in the gym and taking his licks in the gym – just like everyone else.
Biaggio said: “In a combat sport, who you’re related to means nothing, Where you come from means nothing.
“You could come from a silver spoon in your mouth, your dad could be a billionaire, but when you get in that cage and it’s locked, even for sparring, that’s not gonna help you.
“It’s you that’s gonna be fighting for you. When I first got to Extreme, you know, a lot of ass whoopings, a lot of ass whoopings. You pay your dues, dude. That’s how it is in the sport.”
Biaggio – signed to the Professional Fighters League – returns to the cage on June 27 in Chicago against 2-0 Ronnie Gibbs after nearly one year out.
And he said: “I think in this sport, a break like that is good because you can sharpen so many tools and get your mind right and it gives you plenty of time to just get better in everything, physically and mentally.
“And that’s where I feel like I am. I feel like I’ve gotten so much better as a fighter and I’ve gotten so much better in my mental too, so super excited for this fight. I’d like to get a couple more fights at the end of this year.”
How hot does it have to be for creches to close in Ireland and what should be done in heatwave as temps to soar to 29C
FORECASTERS have confirmed, blasting sunshine, scorching 29C temperatures and dry weather in the coming days.
But while country will be basking in sunshine and hot and humid temperatures – how will this impact creches?
Met Eireann and nationwide weather experts have revealed it will be “very warm” heading into the weekend and into next week.
Cathal Nolan from Ireland’s Weather Channel said: “We can say with certainty that Ireland will experience its warmest temperatures of the year to date this week, as very warm air from the Iberian peninsula is pulled northwards on the back of a southerly airflow.”
The meteorologist also revealed temperatures could reach close to 30C.
He explained: “Thursday and Friday will be both very warm or locally hot days with temperatures generally reaching between 23-26C, but locally reaching up to 27C or even 28C in prolonged spells of sunshine or areas northwest of high ground.”
But many parents may be finding themselves asking if creches will close with the huge soar in temperatures.
Could it be a case where children are sent home early and creches close if the weather gets too hot?
HOW HOT DOES IT HAVE TO BE FOR CRECHES TO CLOSE?
Creches and early years services are required to ensure the health, safety and well being of children by making sure temperatures remain within a safe range, according to Tusla.
According to Quality and Regulatory Framework they must make sure there is suitable heating provided in both the summer and winter.
Rooms for sleeping should always be maintained at between 16C and 20C, while care rooms used for children should have a temperature of between 18C and 22C.
Tusla explained that in the event of extreme temperatures, “providers of early years services should undertake a risk assessment and take appropriate actions to mitigate against potential risks to the children in attendance.”
WEATHER WARNINGS
Serious weather warnings, such as status red, orange or yellow heatwave warnings could urge a creche to shut its doors.
For there to be a weather warning in the first place, there are certain temperature factors that are necessary.
To require an orange “threat to life” warning, temperatures would need to reach over 30C for three days and a minimum of 20C for two nights.
In a Status Red weather warning, all schools and universities are required to shut.
For this level of alert, temperatures would be required to hit 30C during the day and 20C at night for five or more
consecutive days and nights.
Without these factors, it’s up to the individual creche to decide whether they are capable of maintaining a comfortable temperature for the little ones.
If, for example, the water isn’t running or the air conditioning is interrupted, they may decide it’s best to shut.
HOW TO PROTECT CHILDREN
When sending your little one to their creche during a heatwave, there are a number of things to keep in mind – for both parents and teachers.
Always make sure to pack extra water to keep them hydrated throughout the day.
You should also put sun cream and a hat on them before they head off to avoid sunburn and overheating.
Parents may also be asked by the creche to dress their kids in light and breathable clothing.
Teachers should keep rooms ventilated with an open window, and may even limit outdoor play time during the peak hours of 11am to 4pm.
They will also ensure kids have access to enough water, and apply sun cream again throughout the day if needed.
Early Childhood Ireland advised teachers: “Use a room thermometer to ensure that nap rooms or sleep rooms are at the correct temperature.
“We recommend that rooms in which babies or children sleep are at 16C to 20C.
“Children should not sleep in direct sunlight.”
And for kids with other health concerns, it’s important to keep an extra eye on them – which teachers will do in extreme heat.
Early Childhood Ireland added: “If a child in your care has additional health needs or special needs, ask the parents if there are any special recommendations for their child, or if they are more at risk from the heat.”
Huge shake-up on popular ITV quiz as two big name stars QUIT ahead of new series
ITV has scrambled the dial on its quizshow Password and made huge changes ahead of series two.
I can reveal that Alan Carr and Daisy May Cooper will no longer be part of the show, with just host Stephen Mangan remaining.
The brilliant duo stood as team captains on the popular gameshow.
But for its second run, a revolving panel of celebrities feature instead.
A source said: “Password did brilliantly on its first outing so it’s always a shame to make unnecessary changes, but Alan and Daisy are both incredibly busy and diaries just wouldn’t align.
“Something had to give and sadly it was their roles as team captains.
“But there’s an exciting line-up of celebs ready to take part instead and everyone’s confident the format works without them.”
On each episode, Alan and Daisy teamed up with a civilian contestant.
Each was given a secret word – the password – which their team mate had to guess based on a one-word clue.
There was a £10k prize on offer in the final.
The new series, which comes from the makers Blankety Blank, Britain’s Got Talent and QI, will film this July and air later this year.
The source added: “If anything, the variety of celebrity players will help keep the show fresh and exciting.”
Hugh’s up for the cup
HUGH BONNEVILLE’s Ian Fletcher was last seen bossing the London Olympics in BBC mockumentary Twenty Twelve – but now he’s moved to football in Twenty Twenty Six.
The six-parter will see Ian and his team jet off to Miami to be in charge of “integrity” at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
He’ll be joined by Day Of The Jackal’s Nick Blood, Ten Percent’s Chelsey Crisp, Designated Survivor’s Paulo Costanzo and The Handmaid’s Tale’s Stephen Kunken.
Speaking in character as Fletcher, Hugh said: “I’m thrilled at the prospect of joining the Oversight Team in Miami for this unique event.
“To borrow a soccer analogy, this is a rare opportunity to set out your own goals and then score them on the global stage.”
The series will air on BBC One and iPlayer.
May's return
JAMES MAY will be back in his Wiltshire workshop as his Quest series Shed Load Of Ideas returns for eight episodes this autumn.
The show follows the presenter as he uses engineering hacks and simple solutions to tackle Britain’s bugbears and solve everyday problems for everyday people.
Catch a catfish with C4
SINGLETONS are being put to the test in a new Channel 4 show where they have to work out which of their matches is actually a pal pranking them.
Find The Catfish, the first series for the broadcaster’s new digital channel, Channel 4.0, will follow one person as they go through five blind dates.
But two of their friends will be secretly pranking them, using voice-changing tech to try to convince their friend they are the real deal.
The six-part series will be joined on the new channel by The Intern, which offers amateurs a once-in-a-lifetime internship, and quiz show Family Face-Off, which sees contestants go head-to-head with their families.
The shows will all be available to stream this summer.
Sun is out for Rivals
DISNEY+ show Rivals is getting a helping hand from our very own newspaper.
In snaps taken from the set of the second series, which is currently filming in Wiltshire, a cast member is seen flashing a 1980s copy of The Sun during a photo call for Conservative MP Paul Stratton, played by Rufus Jones.
Last time, Paul was seen going through a mid-life crisis after becoming embroiled in an adultery scandal.
But he looks to have got his act together for series two and is seen, vying for votes outside a town hall.
TV firm owner, Lord Tony Baddingham, played by David Tennant, Alex Hassell’s Rupert Campbell-Black and Bella Maclean’s Taggie O’Hara were also in the new scenes.
The second series, based on Dame Jilly Cooper’s hit novel, is expected to again follow the rivalry between Tony and Rupert.
Season one ended with Tony left for dead after being hit with a television award by American producer Cameron, played by Nafessa Williams during a row.
Roisin’s return
ROISIN GALLAGHER is heading back to our screens as recovering alcoholic Shiv Sheridan in The Dry.
It has been revealed that filming for the third and final series of ITV’s hit comedy got under way this week.
The last run ended with Shiv leaving behind her dysfunctional family and saying goodbye to her artist ex-boyfriend, Jack (Moe Dunford) before flying off to Melbourne on her own.
In the new eight-part series, she finds a new love interest, Daryl, played by Rick Donald, after meeting him at a recovery meeting.
Award-winning comedy becomes latest hit show to be slapped with woke trigger warnings in crackdown by the BBC
HIT mockumentary sitcom The Office has been slapped with “discriminatory language” trigger warnings by BBC bosses.
Five episodes of Ricky Gervais’s award-winning show on iPlayer have been flagged.
All 14 episodes are available on the streaming service.
Its two series, with Gervais as paper company branch boss David Brent, carry a ‘G’ rating to indicate adult humour.
But some episodes also carry the additional warning.
In the first series, debut episode Downsize — first aired in July 2001 — and the sixth episode Judgement are hit with the alert.
And from series two, the first, third and fifth — Merger, Party and Charity — also carry the warnings.
The Office won a clutch of awards in its time — most notably scooping a Golden Globe in 2004 for Best Television Series, the first British comedy to win.
It was co-written and co-created by Gervais and Stephen Merchant, and went on to spawn a successful US version starring Steve Carell.
The Office’s alerts come after the BBC also put disclaimers about offensive or outdated language on episodes of Only Fools and Horses from the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s.
In February, Channel 4 was branded “humourless” for flagging a series of Father Ted on its catch-up.
Broadcasters also hit Bafta-winning C4 sitcom The IT Crowd with advisories, with one warning: “This episode was made in 2006 and contains strong, strong/offensive derogatory language and adult humour.”
ITV slapped 1970s comedy George and Mildred with a similar caution.
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Light plane crashes near Boston leaving one person dead and second fighting for their life as feds launch probe
A SMALL plane has crashed and left one person dead and another critically injured near Boston.
The Mooney M20 aircraft crashed on a street close to Beverly Regional Airport in Massachusetts at around 8.45am on Thursday.
Two men were inside the aircraft, according to Beverly Police Chief John LeLacheur and Beverly Fire Chief Peter O’Connor.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said: “The preliminary information we have is the plane crashed under unknown circumstances.”
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Christine McGuinness opens up on her sexuality as she talks about JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes’ relationship
CHRISTINE McGuinness has opened up on her sexuality, while talking about JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes’ relationship.
The star recently revealed how she has dated girls since she was a teenager.
And Christine, 37, who was married to TV presenter Paddy McGuinness for 11 years, also stated that her “sexuality is not a secret”.
Now, the mum-of-three has backed US and Big Brother star JoJo Siwa, saying she shouldn’t have to “explain” her sexuality.
The Dance Moms star, 22, recently confirmed that she’s in a relationship with Big Brother co-star Chris Hughes.
And after revealing she was no longer a lesbian in the CBB compound during the show’s live stream she said she now wants to identify as queer.
Christine said: “Let them live. I’ve sort of gone through, not that situation, but similar.
“Being in the public eye and feeling the need to explain your sexuality which I don’t think anyone needs to at all. JoJo is so young, she’s growing and learning like we all are. Life changes.”
Christine continued to tell the Situationship podcast : “One of the best things about being an adult is that you can change your mind at any time. JoJo, I think she’s always been open about the fact she’s queer and that’s how she refers to herself.
“She loves whoever she loves and it’s not necessarily about gender. Although I don’t put a label on myself, it kind of is how I feel.
“’Because she’s been out there so much as an advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community, I think some of them feel let down that she’s now…
“I just think, it’s not anybody’s business. It’s called private life for a reason. People think you’re in the public eye and we’re entitled to know what you’re up to. I’ve had it the last couple of years and it’s not nice.”
The star ended by saying: “Sexuality has been a big part of it and it shouldn’t be. Two people have met and they’re really happy and they’re exploring whether it’s a friendship or a relationship.”
During a private chat in the bedroom on Big Brother, JoJo confessed: “I feel so queer,” as co-star Danny Beard then responded: “I’m queer!”
And in a recent interview, she told how the phrase “encompasses how I am, and who I am”.
JoJo Siwa and Kath Ebbs' relationship
We look back at JoJo Siwa's romance with Kath Ebbs:
JoJo Siwa went public with hers and Kath Ebbs’ relationship in January 2025.
The Dance Moms star had been introduced to 27-year-old Australian content creator Kath by a mutual friend called G-Flip six months earlier.
JoJo had split with her girlfriend Dakayla Wilson in November 2024 and it is believed she hooked up romantically with Kath soon after.
Speaking in March at the 36th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, JoJo said of her relationship: “I am so happy. I am in a very mature relationship, and it’s beautiful. It’s taught me so much about life.
“It’s taught me so much about love and respect, and it’s a beautiful thing.
“It’s different in more ways than I can count. I wouldn’t even know what to say the biggest is ‘cause just everything is so different and special.”
Kath even claimed they had talked about marriage together.
However, JoJo’s romance with Kath abruptly hit the skids on April 25, 2025, at the Celebrity Big Brother wrap party.
JoJo dumped Kath at the bash after spending 19 days in the CBB house – where she had grown close to Love Island star Chris Hughes.
She added: “I do live this very, very big public life that has so many eyeballs on it, and it can get really hard to navigate.
“But I’m also living a human life. You can’t help who you love.”
The term queer is defined by LGBTQ charity Stonewall as “a term used by those wanting to reject specific labels of sexual orientation and/or gender identity”.
Netflix getting broadcast TV channels for first time ever in app makeover – but only some telly fans will see first lot
NETFLIX is adopting broadcast channels for the first time after nearly all but killing off traditional linear TV.
The streaming giant is picking up channels from TF1 Group, France’s biggest commercial broadcaster, as part of a recently inked deal.
Viewers will be able to watch all five TF1 live channels, the Financial Times reported.
The deal will reportedly bring an additional 30,000 hours worth of telly to Netflix next summer.
TF1 offers scripted dramas, live sports and reality shows like The Voice.
Only Netflix subscribers in France will be able to tune into the bonus content, the FT noted.
However, if the partnership is successful, more linear channels may jump to streaming services in other parts of Europe and the US in future.
Netflix will first wait to see how the TF1 deal fares before cutting any more broadcasting deals, Netflix co-CEO Greg Peters said in a statement.
The companies did not reveal how much the deal was worth.
Peters added that the partnership would help boost subscriber engagement.
Netflix has further turned its attention to engagement, after pivoting away from sharing subscriber counts.
“By teaming up with France’s leading broadcaster, we will provide French consumers with even more reasons to come to Netflix every day and to stay with us for all their entertainment,” Peters said.
The deal also means TF1 gets more eyeballs on the adverts it airs between shows.
“As viewing habits shift toward on-demand consumption and audience fragmentation increases, this unprecedented alliance will enable our premium content to reach unparalleled audiences and unlock new reach for advertisers within an ecosystem that perfectly complements our TF1+ [streaming] platform,” Rodolphe Belmer, CEO of TF1 Group, said in a statement.
It comes as streaming overtakes traditional TV for the first time in terms of viewership numbers.
The milestone marks a steady shift towards internet-based telly, which has seen a near-doubling of streaming viewership since 2021 when it made up 26 per cent of TV use.
Today that percentage stands at nearly 45 per cent, according to the latest figures released by Nielsen earlier this week.
“It’s a credit to media companies,” said Karthik Rao, boss of data specialist Nielsen, which launched its Gauge report on viewing statistics in May 2021.
“They have deftly adapted their programming strategies to meet their viewers where they are watching TV, whether it’s on streaming or linear platforms.”
Netflix claims to have “over” 300million subscribers.
The deal would also allow Netflix to grow its audience in France.
As of 2022, Netflix had 10million French subscribers, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos said at the time.
While TF1 Group’s broadcast channels have 58million viewers per month, according to the FT.
Its streaming service, TF1+, also reportedly boasts 35million users per month.
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Shock exit for ANOTHER EastEnders character as he risks marriage to flee abroad
EASTENDERS has waved goodbye to another character in a shock exit in today’s episode.
The BBC soap has only just seen returnee Zoe Slater leave three days after her comeback – and now another member of the family is off to find her.
With Stacey telling Alfie that Zoe has done a moonlight flit to Barcelona on her credit cards, he came up with a plan.
Telling her not to cancel them, he said they could track where she was with it and find her to bring her home for a reunion with her mum Kat.
But with Alfie unable to tell Kat where he was really going, instead he lied and claimed he was going to Australia to see his brother Spencer who was struggling.
And it’s EastEnders, it’s likely that Kat will discover his lies and jump to the wrong conclusion, putting their marriage at risk.
It comes just a day after Zoe fled to Barcelona, after her brief return scenes.
The BBC soap has confirmed that Michelle will return later this summer for a permanent comeback.
EastEnders new boss, Executive Producer Ben Wadey added: “Before I even stepped into the role, Zoe Slater was on my wish-list of returnees as, although we haven’t seen her on screen for twenty years, her character has transcended time due to her popular storylines.”
Speaking on her return to the BBC soap, Michelle said: “It feels like coming home.
“After doing my first few scenes, it was like I’d never been away.
“It all happened at the right time.
“I’d already been thinking about a return because I’d met up with Kacey Ainsworth (Little Mo) and Kim Medcalf (Sam Mitchell) and we were reminiscing our fond memories of the show, and I’d also joined social media and saw that there was still a lot of love for the character.
“It just so happened that at the same time, EastEnders had announced a new Exec who was keen to explore the potential of a return as he was such a massive fan of Zoe and the Slaters, so both of our worlds aligned at the right time, and I’m so excited to be back.
“When I was pitched the storylines, and when I read the scripts, I knew it was the right decision.”
I found the best M&S trousers for summer – they’re breezy, with a super comfy elasticated waist & come in 10 colours
THE current weather in the UK is making it hard to get dressed for the day while being comfortable.
Fortunately, M&S has the perfect buy for the summer months that will keep you cool.
And the summer buy seems to be a massive hit with fashion fans who are constantly raving about how stylish they are.
The M&S Linen Blend Wide Leg Trousers are a summer staple for any wardrobe.
These stunning trousers can be dressed up with a pair of heels or worn casually with a T-shirt and trainers.
The linen material ensures you stay cool during the summer heat, while the wide leg shape helps get some breeze into the legs.
What’s more, the linen trousers have an elasticated waist, making them super comfy even if you’ve eaten too much at the barbecue.
These must-have trousers come in a variety of sizes and lengths to suit any body shape.
They have petite, regular and long sizes and start at size 6, going up to a 24.
There are also ten colours up for grabs, including bold red and blue or a more demure black and beige.
And as if that wasn’t enough, these versatile trousers also come with pockets.
M&S bosses say: “These linen-rich trousers are designed in a breezy wide-leg shape, making them perfect for warm-weather days.
“They fasten with a drawstring at the comfortable high rise waist.
“Handy side pockets and patch pockets at the back complete this practical pair.”
Customers who have already bought the trousers have given them rave reviews.
One person wrote: “These are fine as everyday linen trousers, I’ve got a few colours. The pull-through cord at the waist ensures a close fit.”
Why Everyone Is Loving M&S
Deputy Fashion Editor Abby McHale revealed to Fabulous why M&S is the shop of the moment. She explained:
“M&S has really pulled it out of the bag this season, there is so much good product to be excited about.
“A brand once known for its ‘frumpy fashion’ that notion is long gone with it now being one of the leading high street stores for womenswear.
“Its handbag range in particular is super strong with them selling 170% vs plan, with lots more designer dupes for just a fraction of the price.
“The brand is now also the #1 for style perceptions, compared to the #3 spot it had last year, this comes from a really strong design team focused on modernising the brand, not only taking into consideration how the pieces look, but how easy they are to wear also.
“Price is also a big factor with you being able to get many good quality pieces all for under £30.
“After having a sneak peak of the upcoming collection there are so many more amazing pieces that are dropping over the next few months to keep your eyes on.
“Think leopard print dresses, colourful co-ords, embroidered boho jackets, plus lots of swimwear and amazing accessories, as well as great wardrobe staples that will last year on year.”
Another commented: “Lovely comfy trousers will be ordering in another colour.”
“Excellent trousers bang on size, quality and material – bought blue and love the brightness,” penned a third.
Meanwhile a fourth said: “I bought bright red as I wanted something different for a summer special ‘do’ They are perfect!”
“Amazing linen trousers – they wash well and fit is great. I buy them every year,” claimed a fifth.
Someone else added: “Really comfy and stylish trousers I would buy more colours.”