THIS is the awkward moment Dejon got whacked in the face by Meg in front of the Love Island villa.

After a romantic recoupling speech following a tense few days for the rowing couple, Meg excitedly hugged her man – and accidentally smacked him.

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A phone smacked Dejon in the face[/caption]

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He looked in pain after the unfortunate incident[/caption]

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Dejon held his face after the clash[/caption]

Dejon closed his eyes as the phone came pelting towards him and then fell back onto the firepit sofa.

It left the other islanders in hysterics with Harry looking bemused and Helena throwing her head back laughing.

It was a bit of light relief amid a nerve-wracking recoupling that came out of the blue for the stars.

Then, in a major twist, the remaining single girls Toni and Malisha were told new bombshell Harrison decides who stays and who goes home.

The beautiful girls went on separate dates with the footballer, who lives in America, before learning their fate.

But viewers were furious about being left with a cliffhanger ending.

They’ll have to wait until Wednesday night’s episode to find out who’s been dumped from the Love Island villa.

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NEARLY 200 holidaymakers at a Costa del Sol seafront hotel have been blocked from leaving through the front door.

Spanish town hall bosses ordered cops to seal off the four-star Vivemar Hotel after discovering it was operating without proper licences.

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Police padlocked the front of the hotel today[/caption]

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The Vivemar is said to be operating without proper licenses[/caption]

Tourists at the hotel – previously called the Vistamar – located in Benalmadena Costa near Torremolinos, now have to leave through a ground-floor garage.

Police sealed the main entrance with steel cables and posted a large notice reading “Precintado” (Sealed off) on Tuesday.

When asked if any British or Irish guests were staying there, a receptionist said: “I’m a bit rushed off my feet at the moment to check where our clients are from but I’d say there would be because we’ve got a bit of everything.

“There’s almost 200 tourists staying here at the moment because we’re nearly full.

“The police came this morning and sealed the front door. At the moment the only way in and out of the hotel for staff and guests is the garage car park.”

She denied reports that guests were barred from using the swimming pool, insisting it was open as usual.

Benalmadena Town Hall could not be reached for comment last night.

But spokesperson Raul Campos told local paper Sur that they had instructed police to seal off the front entrance after discovering the hotel wasn’t listed in the official regional tourist accommodation register.

He said: “We have asked in the Junta de Andalucia’s Tourism Department and they say the company that operates the hotel is not in the official register.

“That means it can’t be officially opened as it does not have the proper documentation.”

Raul said council officials had warned the hotel in late March that cops would take action.

Hotel manager Alberto Tusquellas has blamed things on a “red tape” hiccup.

He told local press a Spanish firm called Vive Resort Management SL began operating the hotel around a year ago, but their sublease agreement has now been revoked.

According to the building’s owners, named locally as María Jose García Vargas, the sublease was the subject of ongoing civil and criminal court action.

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A large sign was put at the front of the building, reading ‘Precintado’ (‘Sealed off’)[/caption]

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The owners reportedly found out that the company they contracted to run the hotel had sublet it to another firm without their knowledge.

The hotel receptionist said: “The swimming pool is still open and the guests can use it as normal.

“The car park the guests are having to enter and exit the hotel via is a closed building but it’s on the ground floor.”

The seafront Vivemar Hotel is described online as a 138-room hotel with modern facilities.

Online travel websites say it has a “lush garden” and guests can “relax by the seasonal outdoor swimming pool”.

One writes: “The on-site restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine for dinner, complemented by a bar for refreshments.

“A buffet breakfast is available each morning, providing a perfect start to the day.”

But a recent guest said in a review: “The cleaning leaves much to be desired.  Old room furniture and broken curtain fall out when you try to open the balcony door.  I don’t recommend it to my worst enemy.”

It comes as Spanish locals surrounded a hotel and targeted tourists with water guns on Sunday as mass protests unfolded across the country.

Campaigners were heard shouting “tourism is terrorism” and “tourists go home” as the marches kicked off in multiple cities.

Locals say over-tourism is pushing locals out of affordable housing, driving up living costs and making city centres unusable.

A BACKLASH is afoot after Balenciaga unveiled high-heel trainers for £820.

A model posed in ski goggles and the odd footwear with 8.5cm stiletto for the fashion house’s Autumn 2025 collection.

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The 8.5cm stiletto is for the fashion house’s Autumn 2025 collection[/caption]

But critics raced to social media to blast the “Monday Heel Shoe”.

Julia Rawan wrote: “Tragic.”

Brandi McDonald added: “And this is an international brand.”

The Spanish firm was mocked in 2023 for flogging a £695 skirt that looked like a towel.

And in 2022, it was slammed for having a teddy bear wearing fetish gear next to a child in a promo shoot.

Balenciaga hit the headlines in recent years after they released platform sandals in a Crocs style.

A few months later, the bizarre footwear also became available in a wedge style.

It seemed some Crocs lovers couldn’t wait to get their hands on a pair, with one Twitter user revealing she’d be wearing them for a night out.

BORIS BECKER has reportedly been snubbed by broadcasters for a role as a pundit at Wimbledon.

The tennis icon can apply to re-enter the UK following his prison sentence for hiding millions in assets and loans to avoid paying debts.

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Becker, 57, was released after eight months of his 30-month sentence in December 2022.

The Daily Mail have reported that he would be eligible to apply to come back to the UK through the Home Office as per the terms of his conviction and deportation.

Despite being able to potentially return, he has not been offered a role for Wimbledon.

The report claims that the BBC have “resisted the temptation” to bring the German back into the fold.

This is despite the 2025 edition of the tournament marking the 40th anniversary of his first Wimbledon title.

Becker was aged just 17 when he became the men’s singles champion in 1985.

He had been a regular member of the BBC’s tennis coverage since 2002.

He has returned to TV screens since his release from prison, working as a pundit for TNT Sports during the French Open earlier this month.

However, it is understood that TNT have “no plans” to have Becker represent them at Wimbledon.

Meanwhile, Becker is releasing a book later this year about his time behind bars.

He has previously spoken about his potential return to SW19.

He said: “I’m working hard with the authorities to have all the applications ready to be back for next year.

“I miss Wimbledon. It’s part of my life. It’s in my DNA.

“I don’t think anyone alive knows Wimbledon as well as I do. But let’s see who I’m working for there.

“After October 2024, I can be given permission from the Home Office. They decide, I don’t decide.”

The BBC will unveil their pundit line-up next week, but it will not include Nick Kyrgios after he was AXED.

IRISH singer Philomena Begley has opened up about her recent health struggles.

The Tyrone native underwent heart surgery in 2019 after becoming sick while on a nationwide tour.

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Philomena was on the road with Mike Denver when she began to feel unwell and was forced to seek medical help.

In a recent interview with RSVP Country, she explained: “I had heart surgery in 2019, I got a valve in. I was breathless and the doctors brought me in and discovered I needed a valve.”

The 82-year-old had the operation in May that year but it was followed by a relentless infection that lasted for months.

The country singer was then diagnosed with a “kind of pneumonia” and she “couldn’t get rid of it”.

She revealed that a small care team visited her to give her injections over the course of a week.

Philomena eventually returned to touring in 2020 just weeks before the pandemic hit, which forced another pause in her career.

She explained: “I got back on the road with Mike the following January and then two months later the pandemic hit. That was another wee break I had from music, but I made use of it.”

Despite the health scare, the 82-year-old has said: “I’ve never really had a problem I couldn’t overcome. My children will tell you I complain a lot though [laughs].”

She also spoke candidly about her outlook on life and admitted she doesn’t dwell on her own illness.

Philomena said: “I complain every now and again, but when I look around and see people who are genuinely sick I realise what’s wrong with me is nothing.

“It’s just overthinking things you don’t need to be concerned about.

“Overthinking is the worst, it’s worse than anything. I try to get on with it because there are other people who are worse off.”

Philomena recently shocked fans with an “absolutely unbelievable” performance on The Late Late Show.

A past episode saw the biggest names in Irish country music join Patrick Kielty for a Late Late Country Music Special.

Philomena Begley, Cliona Hagan, Michael English and Gerry Guthrie all played a game called Wild West Roulette.

‘SUPERSTAR’

The Co Down presenter pressed the buzzer to spin the wheel and see which artist came up.

The country stars then had to nominate themselves to sing a song by that artist.

When it landed on ABBA, Philomena was ready and raring to get up and sing her heard out.

The 80-year-old shouted: “Yes, it’s me!

She explained: “I tell you what, I bought an album years and years ago of ABBA and I came across this song – The Way That Old Friends Do.

“I had it recorded and it did very well for me too. It bubbled in the British charts. That’s my claim to fame.”

The Tyrone native gave a knockout performance and wowed the audience

FURIOUS Love Island viewers have slammed a huge cliffhanger ending – with a star DUMPED by a bombshell just moments after meeting.

The ITV2 dating show’s latest recoupling left two villa girls in a vulnerable position.

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Toni Laites, 24, and Malisha Jordan, 24, immediately went on a date with new bombshell Harrison Solomon.

They learned he would ultimately decide who would return to the villa.

Viewers watched as the footballer, 22, sat down to meet both of the girls.

But fans will have to wait a bit longer to see the outcome – as the episode ended on a cliffhanger.

Left unimpressed, one person penned: “WTF is that ending Love Island.”

Another added: “Aye aye aye I wanted to see his decision on today’s episode! Editors! Producers!”

A third shared: “I hate the way this show ends some times. Why does it end like that???”

A fourth remarked: “Harrison will obviously go for Toni …we know how this goes.”

While a fifth chimed in: “Itv you give a whole hour of nothing and ends the episode like this?”

“I REALLY HOPE HE PICKS TONI”, another commented.

It comes as The Sun revealed hunky footballer and model Harrison would be the latest bombshell.

A source said: “Harrison couldn’t arrive in the villa at a better time as all the promising, early couples are looking fractured and it’s looking likely he’ll have heads swivelling.”

Harrison played soccer at the University of New Hampshire but back home played in defence for Derby County’s youth side.

His Instagram is stacked with travel snaps from trips around America, to Barbados and Dubai.

The bombshell has also opened up about which villa girl he has his eye on.

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DEBS crash victim Dlava Mohamed’s sister has blasted the suspended sentence handed down to a reckless Romanian driver who hit speeds of more than 150kph in the lead-up to the fatal smash.

Best pals Dlava, 16, and Kiea McCann, 17, died when the car they were in struck a tree near their home town of Clones, Co Monaghan in July 2023.

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Killer driver Anthony McGinn, a friend of Kiea’s family who had offered to drive the two teenagers to their school party, was recently sentenced to seven years in jail.

A court heard McGinn, 61, had been doing 151kph in an 80kph zone when he lost control of his BMW and slammed into a tree at 121kph.

Debs chauffeur McGinn was jailed at Monaghan Circuit Court last month after pleading guilty to dangerous driving causing death.

Heartbreaking victim impact statements revealed how Kiea and Dlava died “holding hands” after McGinn ignored pleas to slow down.

He also admitted to dangerous driving causing serious bodily harm as Dlava’s sister Avin, 19, suffered life-altering injuries.

The Debs victims’ families were left reeling by the seven-year term handed down to McGinn, with Kiea’s family branding it “pathetic”.

Now grieving relatives say they have suffered fresh trauma after another driver who sped behind McGinn prior to the fatal collision received a suspended sentence this week.

Alin Sorin Gatea, 46, appeared at a sitting of Monaghan District Court on Monday on multiple counts of dangerous driving on the day of the Debs crash.

Gatea, of Carn Heights, Clones, Co Monaghan, faced five counts of dangerous driving at various locations between Clones and Monaghan on July 31, 2023.

One of the counts related to a charge at Legnakelly, just outside Clones, where Dlava and Kiea lost their lives in the crash en route to their Debs ball in the Westenra Arms Hotel in Monaghan town.

Monaghan District Court heard father-of-four Gatea hit speeds of more than 150kph in his BMW as it followed McGinn’s BMW.

On Monday, Judge Raymond Finnegan gave Gatea an 18-month suspended prison sentence and disqualified the factory worker from driving for four years.

Reacting to the sentence, Dlava’s sister Lilav tonight called for tougher sentences for speeding drivers in a bid to reduce fatalities on our roads.

‘THERE HAS TO BE CONSEQUENCES’

Lilav, 23, told the Irish Sun: “It is only a suspended sentence. There has to be consequences.

“I’m so confused. Where is the punishment? There has to be a deterrent.

“Maybe more people should die for something to happen?

“The sentence should be stronger to send out a strong message. What about the young people, what does it say to them about speeding?

“There definitely has to be stronger consequences.”

FAMILY DEVASTATED

Emotional Lilav told how the Mohamed clan came to Ireland from war-torn Syria to build their dreams.

But with their lives shattered by the road traffic tragedy, Dlava’s heartbroken family want lessons to be learned from their devastating loss.

Opening up on their pain, anguished Lilav told the Irish Sun: “It’s hard to say how we’re coping with it. Of course nothing is the same.

“There have been huge changes in our lives, definitely. So there should be huge changes for people speeding so dangerously and recklessly.

‘THERE IS ANGER’

“That man (Gatea) got a suspended sentence. What does that say to young people? If they see this kind of news, they’re going to be like we’re going to be fine if we cross the speed or anything.

“He (Gatea) was speeding like the other man (McGinn). Both of them are adults.

“There is anger, definitely. I want my message to be heard. There should be strong sentences, it could act as a deterrent, it could help save lives.”

Monaghan District Court heard Gatea drove at speeds of more than 150kph in his BMW as it followed McGinn’s BMW on a wet road.

HIGH SPEEDS

Dad Gatea had two passengers in his vehicle, his son, who was 19 at the time, and another teenager, who was 18 at the time.

He was driving both of them to the Debs ball at the Westenra Arms Hotel in Monaghan on the evening of July 31, 2023.

The court heard the Romanian travelled at high speeds behind McGinn’s BMW prior to the fatal collision.

Inspector Ann-Marie Lardner revealed that following forensics of Gatea’s dash cam footage, investigators confirmed the Romanian national was travelling at a minimum speed of 145kph and a maximum speed of 151kph at the time.

“I’m so confused. Where is the punishment? There has to be a deterrent.”

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Insp Lardner told Judge Finnegan that these speeds were almost double the speed limit.

Defence solicitor, Catherine Taaffe, insisted that there had been “no joint enterprise” or suggestion that her client had been acting in concert with the other car.

Ms Taaffe revealed the dash cam footage shown in court was voluntarily supplied by Gatea after he witnessed a serious event ahead of him.

Ms Taaffe pointed out that Gatea’s dash cam helped the state in bringing someone to justice for a much more serious crime.

ANGRY REACTION

And the defence solicitor highlighted how the charges before the court were for speeding, saying they had no bearing on the serious fatal collision that occurred that evening.

The court was also told that Gatea had shown good levels of cooperation during the investigation.

Members of Kiea’s family, who attended the sentencing hearing, reacted angrily when it was put to Judge Finnegan there had been no indication of any racing element being involved.

‘KARMA WILL COME TO YOU’

Asked by the judge if the McCann family believed the drivers were racing, Garda Inspector Lardner told the court “yes they do”.

The McCann family tonight joined the Mohamed clan in blasting the sentence given to Gatea.

Kiea’s dad Frankie stormed: “Karma will come to you and Anthony.”

Kiea’s mum Teresa branded both Gatea and McGinn a total disgrace.

Teresa rapped: “Terrible the way the country is run.

‘TWO GIRLS’ LIVES GONE’

“My child Kiea’s life and friend Dlava’s life taken. . . and this is the outcome of it. Two girls’ lives gone.

Handing down sentence, Judge Finnegan slammed the way Gatea drove, insisting he clearly put passengers in the car and his own life at risk that day.

But the judge explained the DPP had directed him over the dangerous driving charges and that he can only act on the counts before him.

Judge Finnegan issued three six month suspended sentences and disqualified Gatea from driving for four years.

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THIS is the terrifying moment a huge cargo ship is sent up in flames after reportedly smashing into another vessel.

Footage shows a supposed “dark fleet” tanker on fire in the Persian Gulf with thick black plumes of smoke billowing over the water.

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The MV Adalynn was left a flaming wreck after it was crashed into by another tanker, believed to be the MV Front Eagle just south of Strait of Hormuz in early hours of this morning, according to local reports.

The so-called “dark fleet” is a clandestine network of tankers used by rogue states to evade sanctions.

All 24 crew on board the Adalynn were quickly and safely evacuated with neither vessel dealing with any casualties or major injuries.

The collision is said to have been caused by a simple navigation error as the pair of ships passed through the Khor Fakkan anchorage near Fujairah.

The 900ft Adalynn is registered in Antigua and Barbuda and is reportedly owned by Global Shipping Holding Ltd.

It was sailing without cargo towards the Suez Canal in Egypt, say reports.

The area where the fiery crash took place has been embroiled in a surge of GPS related interference fears in recent months.

The UK-based Maritime Trade Operations monitor said on Tuesday there was no evidence that any hostile activity caused the tanker collision.

But they did warn all vessels going through the region to take care and use caution.

The situation has heightened in recent days amid the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel.

The Strait of Hormuz, the narrow Persian Gulf maritime gateway, is currently under Iranian control.

Iran has already threatened to close the strait off completely to foreign ships which would have major implications on the world’s oil and gas supply trade.

It comes as a major fireball collison sparked fears of international interference after a cargo ship collided with an oil tanker in the North Sea.

Heart-stopping footage showed a massive explosion as the Portuguese-flagged Solong ploughed into the anchored Stena Immaculate off the coast of Hull back in March.

Cops have arrested the Russian captain of the Portuguese-flagged cargo ship on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter.

The US tanker – chartered by the military – was carrying 200,000 tonnes of jet fuel to be used in American warplanes.

It comes after balmy pro-Vladimir Putin propagandists have claimed British spies staged the incident in a wild conspiracy theory.

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IN tonight’s instalment of Love Island, a second couple headed to the Hideaway for a steamy night together.

One stunning girl and one hunky boy were seen kissing in the villa before sneaking off for a steamy night in the Hideaway hours before a very tense recoupling.

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Emily Moran, 24, a new bombshell, and Conor Phillips, 25, were seen smooching on the terrace.

The smitten couple were seen kissing and cuddling before they made a quick decision.

Making a joint decision to get a little more privacy, the pair decided they’d head to the Hideaway for the night.

Emily Moran is one of bombshells who entered the villa on day five alongside Yasmin Pettet and Malisha Jordan.

Meanwhile, Conor is an OG boy and is 25 years of age from Ireland.

From Limerick in Ireland, Conor plays for Ireland’s Rugby 7s.

As the pair entered the hideaway, Conor exclaimed: “This will do.”

The pair were then seen passionately snogging in bed.

Viewers at home were quick to react to the steamy scenes, with many taking to X.

“Feels so weird watching people kiss without seeing what else happens in the day, swear Conor and emily only just met and haven’t even spoke,” said one person.

A second then said: “as much as I love Toni, I fear Connor and Emily are really cute together.”

While a third fumed: “I don’t like the hideaway being open all the time.”

And a fourth said: “Emily is pretty, but I genuinely don’t get why they have to go to the hideaway after 3 days.”

This comes after we revealed last week that air hostess Helena, 29, and semi-pro footballer Harry, 30, spent the night together after mere days in the villa.

After just three days in the villa, and shacked up with different people at the time, Helena and Harry decided to spend the night with one another in the cosy nook.

Helena told Harry that they would go to bed as normal before sneaking out and away from the people they were in couples with.

They did just this, with Helena tapping Harry on his foot before they made a quick exit and got cosy together in the hideaway.

Before the scenes aired last week, a source told The Sun: “This is the fastest sleepover in the Hideaway in Love Island’s twelve series history – and what a gorgeous pair to do so.

“In the past, producers had to invite Islanders to use the breakout bedroom which meant the love nest was generally not used until couples became more established.

“But producers have changed the rules of the breakout bedroom so it can be used at any time, without an invite.

“It means Helena and Harry could take advantage of the ‘no invite needed’ and explore their connection.

“The scenes will play out later this week, but bosses are unlikely to show anything too naughty, as is the show’s usual approach.”

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FOOTBALL legend Bernard Lacombe has died aged 72.

The former striker was an icon at French clubs such as Lyon and Bordeaux during his 18-year career.

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Lacombe was best remembered for being a part of the French team that won Euro 1984.

He also scored the fastest goal ever scored by a French player at a World Cup, netting after 30 seconds against Italy in 1978.

He was a prolific striker who scored 304 goals in 592 appearances in all competitions.

He also scored 12 goals for the French national team in 38 caps.

After hanging up his boots in 1987, he went into management and coached Lyon between 1996 and 2000.

His death means that he is the first of the Euro-winning squad to pass away.

Lyon confirmed his passing with a touching statement on social media.

It read: “It is with great sadness that we learned this Tuesday evening of the death of Bernard Lacombe

“All our thoughts go out to his family and loved ones, as well as to the fans of Olympique Lyonnais and football.

“Farewell Bernard, you were our legend, the greatest of all.”

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While Bordeaux posted their own tribute to Lacombe.

It read: “Having played for Bordeaux between 1979 and 1987, this legendary striker left his mark on the club’s history with his talent and generosity.

“The entire Marine et Blanc family mourns today a striker of rare elegance, one of the greatest players in the club’s history.

“Thank you, Bernard.”

The president of the FFF, Philippe Diallo, issued an emotional message to Lecombe.

He said: “It is with deep sadness that I learned of the passing of Bernard Lacombe. Bernard Lacombe left an indelible mark on French football, as a player, coach, and manager.

“He was one of the greatest strikers in the history of French football. The second-highest scorer in Division 1, he made his mark on the glorious history of Lyon, Saint-Étienne, and Bordeaux. He also shone with the French national team. His goals helped establish Les Bleus on the international stage.

“Bernard Lacombe was a major contributor to the 1984 European Championship title. He performed some of France‘s greatest feats, including his goal in the opening seconds of the game against Italy at the 1978 World Cup. He was undoubtedly a source of inspiration for many strikers.

“After his remarkable playing career, Bernard Lacombe put his footballing knowledge to work for Olympique Lyonnais, his beloved club.

“With Jean-Michel Aulas, whom I am thinking of very much in these difficult moments, he formed a duo that transformed OL into a successful club.

“Deeply attached to his city, his club, and his friends, Bernard Lacombe will be deeply missed.

“The Federation will pay tribute to him. On behalf of all French football, I extend my most sincere condolences to his family and friends.”

Fans also paid their own tributes to the star as they flocked to social media.

One posted: “A monument of French football.”

A second wrote: “You were a monster, a true legend is leaving… tonight Lyon is in mourning.”

A third commented: “RIP! Condolences to his family and OL supporters.”