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CHRISTIAN HORNER’S fate my have been sealed after a frosty interaction with Red Bulls owners in Austria, reports claim.

Horner was sensationally SACKED by Red Bull with immediate effect after 20 years as team principal on Wednesday.

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Christian Horner reportedly endured a cold reception at the Austria Grand Prix[/caption]

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Horner has faced a turbulent last 18 months on and off the track, after the sexting scandal over inappropriate behaviour towards a female colleague leaked in March 2024.

The Brit, 51, has had several rows with Jos Verstappen, father of driver Max, since the fallout, with several high-profile people quitting the team, including legendary chief designer Adrian Newey.

Reports of hostility among Red Bull’s team have continued to grow even after Horner was cleared of any wrongdoing by an internal investigation.

And there has been reports of a growing rift between Horner and Red Bulls Thai owners, who chose not to sack him after the scandal broke.

F1 journalist Joal Lischika reported seeing the owners greet Horner “coldly” in the hospitality unit at the Austria Grand Prix weekend in June.

The Yoovidhya family, through Chalerm Yoovidhya, holds the majority 51 per cent stake, while the late Dietrich Mateschitz’s son, Mark Mateschitz, inherited his 49 per cent share.

To make matters worse Red Bull suffered its worst home race result in recent history, with Max Verstappen crashing out after three laps after being hit by Mercedes No2 Kimi Antontelli.

Meanwhile, Yuki Tsunoda had a particularly difficult time, being lapped twice on his way to finish dead-last of those who crossed the chequered flag.

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Despite reports, Horner and the majority owners put on a show of unity as they posed for pictures in the paddock in Austria[/caption]

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Four-time world champion Verstappen, 27, qualified down in seventh, while Tsunoda finished qualifying in P18.

Despite reports, Horner and the majority owners put on a show of unity as they posed for pictures in the paddock in Austria on June 29.

But according to Lischika, there was apparently a growing feeling that Horner simply held too much power, after taking charge of operations during Red Bull’s inception in 2005.

Horner, married to Spice Girl Geri Haliwell, was chairman of Red Bull Racing, Red Bull Technology, Red Bull Power Trains, and marketing.

The owners have since appointed Laurent Mekies as the new CEO of Red Bull Racing, stepping up from the Racing Bulls team.

Horner reportedly had another row with Jos at Silverstone on Sunday, according to former F1 driver Ralf Schumacher.

Schumacher told the Boxengasse-podcast: “There was another argument or a heated exchange, at least visually and verbally between Jos, Christian Horner, and the press officer.

“You could see that Jos was anything but happy with the situation”.

It comes after a series of rows between Verstappen Snr and Horner, with the Dutchman repeatedly calling for Horner’s dismissal after the sexting scandal broke hours before the Bahrain race in 2024.

Horner’s wife Geri was reportedly devastated by the scandal, but stood by her husband in showing signs of solidarity at key races.

In total, Horner won EIGHT drivers’ championships and six constructors’ titles.

For the first time ever, a new team principal, Mekies, will lead Red Bull at the Belgian Grand Prix on July 27 after a three week break.

A BRIT tourist has been killed in France after she was run down while jogging with her husband.

The unnamed 35-year-old woman was running on Avenue Charles-de-Gaulle in Beaune, early on Tuesday when a car tragically hit her.

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The unnamed 35-year-old woman was running on Avenue Charles-de-Gaulle in Beaune[/caption]

Following the collision around 8am local time, emergency services scrambled to the scene, arriving 15 minutes later, where she was found in cardiac arrest.

The 35-year-old couldn’t be resuscitated and sadly died at the scene.

The driver, a 45-year-old local, was taken into custody by cops who are investigating the tragedy.

The British woman’s husband who was running with her, was reportedly in shock but physically unharmed.

He was treated by firefighters.

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LIDL Ireland fans are rushing to buy a new car staple that could save drivers hundreds of euro – and it costs just €19.99.

The budget supermarket has everything you need to keep your car in good nick.

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Lidl Ireland has released a car polisher for only €19.99[/caption]

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It tackles small areas of damage or dull paint on your motor[/caption]

From July 7 until August 31, shoppers can pick up the Parkside Car Polisher Spot Repair in Lidl stores across the country.

This compact machine delivers a solid 800 watts of power, making it suitable for polishing panels and tackling small areas of damage or dull paint.

The rotation speed is adjustable between 1300 and 3900 revolutions per minute, giving motorists flexibility depending on the surface and level of correction needed.

It comes with a 75mm backing pad, while the maximum polishing pad diameter is 80mm.

Lidl said: “For easy polishing and preparation for spot repairs of vehicle bodywork.”

The M14 tool holder allows you to fit a variety of accessories, making it the perfect bargain buy for different polishing tasks.

Whether you’re dealing with swirl marks or faded paint, it’s a straightforward solution for preparing and restoring vehicle bodywork.

What’s more, shoppers can now save €10 as it has been reduced from €29.99 to €19.99 for a limited time only.

And the unit also includes a three-year guarantee.

Lidl said this polisher will suit both beginners and more experienced car enthusiasts who want a compact tool for occasional jobs.

However, savvy shoppers must be quick as the bargain buy is only in stores until August.

Meanwhile, Lidl Ireland has a new gadget that is perfect for those long road trips in the middle aisle – and it costs just €39.99.

The new mini fridge is a must-have this summer for families heading on road trips.

It holds up to six different beverages with space for all your cosmetics too.

Enjoy an ice cold drink without leaving your seat with the new mini fridge in stores.

The 4.4L product comes with a mirrored front and LED temperature display.

It is perfect for those long road trips as it also includes a car adaptor.

Store food, water, and drinks away this summer as you travel cross country for your upcoming staycations.

Better yet, have the ultimate skincare routine with this new item as lower temps are perfect for reducing that puffy look.

Drop the under-eye bags off in the morning as you use a nice cold moisturiser to help set your face for the day.

Get a glowy look for less as this newest item is just €39.99 and its compact design is perfect for smaller rooms.

A YOUNG girl injured in the Southport attack still asks “how will I ever be normal again”, her heartbroken mum told a public inquiry today.

Triple killer Axel Rudakubana launched into a savage knife attack at a Taylor Swift dance class last summer.

The 18-year-old murdered Bebe King, six, Elsie Dot Stancombe, seven, and Alice Dasilva Aguiar, nine, and injured other children in the horror.

A public inquiry will now look at whether the attack could or should have been prevented given what was known about the killer.

Today, the parents of children injured in the July 29 massacre opened up on their torment almost a year on.

One mum whose daughter was attacked said her daughter became “very withdrawn, emotional and had so many worries” after witnessing the horror.

She asks still: “How will I ever be normal again?”

Her mum said arriving to collect her daughter on that day and seeing screaming children from the building was “the most horrific experience of my life”.

She told how the girl, referred to only as Child Q, is now anxious about not being with her parents and is still scared when she hears a siren.

She continued: “She is still unable to sleep alone and struggles with falling asleep. She always asks for doors to be closed when we enter or leave a room, this helps her to feel safe.

“Changes have also been made at school; she now sits where she can see the door so she can always be aware of who is entering the classroom.

“On a few occasions she has been unable to attend school due to her anxiety, explaining this as her tummy feels funny and hiding under the dining table at home.”

The dad of one of the girls, named as C3, told Liverpool Town Hall it was “patently clear that lessons need to be learned from what happened, and processes need to be changed”.

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Elsie Dot was stabbed to death at a dance class[/caption]

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Bebe King, 6, was among the youngsters stabbed to death[/caption]

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Alice Dasilva Aguiar was also left dead in the rampage[/caption]

Sitting beside the girl’s mother in the witness box, he said: “Our nine-year-old daughter was stabbed three times in the back by a coward she didn’t even see.

“Although she didn’t know what was happening – she knew she had to run.”

Describing his daughter as his “hero”, the father said she remained “the positive, caring, funny, enthusiastic, courageous girl she always was”.

He said: “She wears her scars with a dignity and defiance that is remarkable.”

One mum, whose seven-year-old daughter C8 was injured, said she was at work when she received a “panicked phone call” from her friend’s mum.

She told how she rushed to the scene and saw “something no parent should ever see”.

The mum said her daughter, who suffered injuries to her arm and face, could not be left alone any more and only felt safe with a small number of people.

She continued: “I am grateful beyond words that she survived. But what she went through, what she saw and what she continues to carry has changed everything.”

Another mum sobbed as she told how her daughter and the girls involved deserve the truth, accountability, an apology and the promise changes will be made.

She revealed she is “terrified” for her daughter to learn what the inquiry finds as it will be “earth-shattering for her and we will have to begin her recovery again”.

The mum added: “We are trying to shield her as much as possible whilst we understand this ourselves.

“She has every right to ask these questions. This inquiry must answer them.”

Retired senior judge Sir Adrian Fulford is leading the review, which has now been formally postponed until September.

He has made the decision not to name the killer and instead refer to him as AR.

In his opening statement, the chairman said Rudakubana’s actions were “almost unimaginable but nonetheless mercilessly calculated”.

The inquiry has been split into two phases, with the first focusing on the circumstances leading to the attack and AR’s contact with Prevent.

Sir Adrian will now examine how young people are “drawn into extreme violence” during the second phase.

Following the horror, it emerged the killer had a “sickening interest in death” and had made chilling searches for school massacres before carrying out the rampage.

His morbid fascination saw him flagged three times to anti-terror programme Prevent but no further action was taken.

As a result, the killer was free to storm the Hart Space community centre and begin senselessly knifing terrified children and adults.

A rapid review into his contact with Prevent found his case should have been kept open.

It also concluded Rudakubana should have been referred to Channel, another anti-terror scheme.

The killer pleaded guilty to three counts of murder and ten of attempted murder.

He also admitted two terror offences after police found ricin and an Al-Qaeda manual at his home.

Despite this, cops are still not treating the attack as terror-related.

He was jailed for life with a minimum of 52 years following the horrific triple murder but will likely never be released.

IF you’re looking to spruce up your garden this summer, you may be in luck as a major store has launched a huge sale just in time for the heatwave.

Woodie’s Ireland has slashed the prices of a range of garden furniture so you can make the most of the weather.

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Prices have been discounted by up to 50 per cent, meaning you can furnish your garden without breaking the bank.

You can pick up a range of different furniture sets for less, including the Seville 6 Seater Garden Set.

This is reduced from €299.99 to just €199, meaning shoppers can save €100.99.

The set is made from durable steel, with a rectangular table that has a tempered glass top along with six UV-resistant stacking texteline chairs.

Or, pick up the Palma 4 Seater Patio Set, which originally cost €349.99.

Shoppers can save €150.99, as the set is now down to €199.

The set is made from durable steel and includes a sleek round table with a glass top and four UV-resistant folding texteline chairs.

Shoppers can also pick up the Rattan Trinity 4 Seater Recliner Dining Set for €799.

This is a saving of €200 – as it originally cost €999.99.

The pieces are made from aluminium frames and premium-quality rattan.

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The table is finished with a glass top and there are four chairs with soft cushions that recline.

The set is complete with a parasol to ensure you’re shaded from the sun.

Or, you can get the same set with six pieces for €1,299.99.

Woodies has also slashed the price of the Riviera 4 Seater Lounge Set to €159.99.

It originally cost €199.99 – which means shoppers can save €40.

It includes two two-seater sofas, two armchairs and a coffee table, all made from resin.

Shoppers can get the Cali Rattan Lounge Set which is down to €699.99.

This is a saving of €300, as it’s down from €999.99.

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The set is made from premium quality rattan and includes a polywood dining table, two ottomans, two armchairs and one sofa that fits three people – all of which is height adjustable.

The Barcelona 6 Seater Garden Patio Set is reduced to €399, down from €499.99.

Shoppers can save €100.99 on this set, which includes a round glass top table with a lazy susan and 6 reclining chairs that fold for easy storage and can fit six people.

Or pick up the Steel Polywood Bench for just €99.99 to make your garden look a bit more exciting.

This is reduced by €50, as it originally cost €149.99.

The bench is made from a steel frame, paired with a polywood seat and can fit up to three people.

GAZEBO OPTIONS

Woodie’s are also selling a range of different gazebo options to keep you covered during your parties.

Shoppers can get the steel gazebo, which reaches 3.6m for €174.99.

The gazebo is reduced by €175, and originally cost €349.99.

It comes with a sturdy, powder-coated steel frame with a PA-coated polyester roof and coordinating side walls.

Or, pick up the Steel Garden Gazebo Grey for €174.99 which measures 3m x 3m.

This is reduced from €349.99, meaning shoppers can save €175.

The gazebo has a powder-coated steel tube creating a sturdy structure and is complete with a small roof as an air vent.

Or, get the Steel Party Tent that measures 3m x 6m for €149.99.

This tent is reduced from €249.99, which is a saving of €100.

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The rainproof tent is made from thick PE, and features a weather resistant canopy and side walls with plastic windows.

If you’re hosting a barbecue this summer, you won’t need to worry about it raining.

The Steel BBQ Gazebo is selling for €99.99.

Shoppers can save €80, as it originally cost €179.99.

It features two shelves for resting utensils or food while cooking and a bottle opener attached to the frame.

It is made from a durable iron frame, and features a double layer canopy cover.

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NETFLIX have taken heed of the many complaints around its commentary team for Katie Taylor’s last fight with Amanda Serrano.

Bizarrely, actor Rosie Perez was alongside ring legend Roy Jones Jr. as co-commentator on account of her simply being a boxing fan and of Puerto Rican heritage like Serrano.

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Taylor-Serrano III will unfold around 4am Irish time on Saturday morning[/caption]

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Serrano, 36, is three years younger than Taylor[/caption]

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Perez is most famous for her role in basketball film ‘White Men Can’t Jump’[/caption]

Upon Taylor’s unanimous victory being announced, Perez claimed it would “be an asterisk on her record” in a blatantly biased assessment of what was a close fight.

To her credit, she did admit her regret over that comment in the days afterwards.

The 60-year-old reflected: “There was one moment that I did regret in the Taylor/Serrano fight, because it came out wrong.

“If anybody jumped on me for that, that’s fair, and that’s when I said Katie Taylor will have an asterisk on her name because of these fights.

“What I wanted to say was it was unfortunate that people will think about Katie Taylor with an asterisk on her name because of the head-butting and the rubbing.

“That I regret because I have such great respect for Katie Taylor as a fighter and I think I was just caught up in the emotion of the moment.

“I would correct myself on that. I would think twice about saying stuff and how to say it to make sure that I am clear and it cannot be misconstrued because I’m sure it was.

“That just haunts me. That statement just haunts me.”

On the flip side to Perez and primary commentator Mauro Ranallo, Roy Jones Jr backed Taylor as the correct winner.

Confirmation has now come that neither Perez nor any other showbiz figure will be part of the broadcast team this time around when Taylor and Serrano engage in round three of their rivalry.

The line-up in full is as follows:

• Host: Kate Scott
• Analysts: Andre Ward, Laila Ali
• Ringside commentary: Sean Grande, Seniesa Estrada, Laila Ali
• Ringside interviews: Ariel Helwani, Sibley Scoles
• In-ring announcer: Kody ‘Big Mo’ Mommaerts
• Rules and scoring: Sean Wheelock

It’s worth noting that Laila Ali is the daughter of all-time boxing great Muhammad and a former champion boxer in her own right.

She and The Bray Bomer memorably shared a warm embrace after the first occasion she defeated Serrano which was also held at Madison Square Garden.

KT believes she gave one of her greatest ever performances last November when she defeated Serrano for a second time.

The 2012 Olympic gold medallist — who fought her first fight as an amateur in 2001 — said: “It was definitely one of my best performances.

“I love the way I was able to push her back and outfight her. I think I outboxed her in the first fight. I actually outfought her in the second.”

She added: “I recently looked back at that fight and if you turn the commentary off, it’s actually a very, very clear win for me.

“There was no controversy whatsoever. The commentary made it controversial but I was very happy with that performance.

“But there’s still more I can do as well, which is very positive for me. It was a great performance but I feel like I still haven’t shown my best. That’s very, very exciting for me.”

GEMMA Atkinson’s two-year-old son Thiago has been rushed to hospital following a “scary” incident.

The ex-Hollyoaks star, who shares daughter named Mia, six, and son Thiago with Strictly dancer and fiancé Gorka Marquez, shared the health update with fans on social media on Wednesday.

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Gemma Atkinson said she rushed her two-year-old son Thiago to hospital on Saturday[/caption]

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The ‘scary’ incident happened just hours before Thiago and daughter Mia’s christening[/caption]

Gemma shared a clip of her working out in her home gym.

The mum-of-two said Thiago was rushed to A&E on Saturday night as the youngster received treatment into the early hours.

Despite the ordeal, the family were still able to attend the service for Mia and Thiago’s christening just hours after the hospital dash.

Gemma wrote: “We had such a busy weekend with a big build up & lots of organising. A family birthday tea for Mia on Friday, her party for her school friends Saturday, both Mia & Thiagos christening on Sunday and on top of that a trip to A&E with Thiago sat night.

“We were there until 1am Sunday morning and still somehow rocked up to church at 9.30.

“We were exhausted but we had the best day.”

The soap star did not detail exactly what happened to her son, but reassured fans that he was on the mend.

She continued: “He’s absolutely fine! But it was a scary few hours and I wanted to say a massive thank you to Bolton hospital children’s A&E department, and also the lovely paramedics who took us up there. God bless our NHS!”

Gemma’s followers were quick to comment on the star’s post and to share their support.

One wrote: “Glad to hear Thiago is ok, nothing worse than when the kids get really unwell.”

A second shared: “Happy to hear Thiago’s OK though, they do scare us these kids.”

In May The Sun revealed that Gemma and Gorka had been delivered a devastating blow as their reality show was axed.

Gemma and Gorka: Life Behind The Lens followed the couple’s lives as they juggled their busy work commitments with family life.

But unfortunately, The Sun can reveal that the couple’s fly-on-the wall show has now been shelved after just two series.

The programme had aired on the channel U&W, which is part of the UKTV family.

Confirming the news, a UKTV spokesperson said: “It’s been a privilege to make two series of Gemma and Gorka: Life Behind the Lens with Two Rivers Media.

“Gemma and Gorka are both very busy with other projects at the moment, so at this time, there are no current plans for another series, but we look forward to working with them again soon.”

Gemma, 40, found fame on Channel 4’s Hollyoaks before moving to ITV soap Emmerdale. She is now the drive time host on Hits Radio.

She met professional dancer Gorka, 34, when appearing on the 2017 series of Strictly Come Dancing.

Gemma did not dance with Gorka, as she was partnered with Aljaz Skorjanec on the show, however the pair hit it off backstage.

The couple welcomed their first child into the world, daughter Mia, in July 2019. They got engaged two years later.

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Gemma and Gorka’s reality show has been axed[/caption]

HUMANS have been searching for aliens for decades – but all this time, intelligent extraterrestrial life could have found us, according to a new study.

Heathrow Airport has been acting as a sort of homing beacon to find us, experts at have revealed at the Royal Astronomical Society’s National Astronomy Meeting (NAM 2025) in Durham.

But it’s not just Heathrow – the largest and busiest airport in the UK, but Gatwick and New York’s JFK International Airport, too.

All civilian airports and military bases that use radar systems have been inadvertently revealing our existence to potential advanced alien civilizations, new research suggests.

If aliens are equipped with state-of-the-art radio telescopes like our own – they would be able to spot hidden electromagnetic leakage from these Earth sites up to 200 light-years away.

The study also suggests that 200 light-years is just how far humans would be able to look to spot aliens who have evolved to use a similar level of technology.

As airport radar systems sweep the skies for airplanes, they send out a combined radio signal of 2×10¹⁵ watts, the researchers said.

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But it’s not just Heathrow – the largest and busiest airport in the UK, but Gatwick and New York’s JFK International Airport, too[/caption]

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Airport radar systems sweep the skies for airplanes[/caption]

That’s enough power to be picked up as far as 200 light-years away by telescopes as strong as the Green Bank Telescope in West Virginia, the world’s biggest fully steerable radio telescope.

For context, the nearest potentially habitable world beyond our solar system is Proxima Centauri b, which is 4 light-years away.

And while it would take thousands of years to get there with today’s technology, there are a number of potentially habitable worlds in that distance.

Lead researcher Ramiro Caisse Saide, of the University of Manchester, said these signals would look “clearly artificial to anyone watching from interstellar distances with powerful radio telescopes.”

The Ph.D student added: “In fact, these military signals can appear up to a hundred times stronger from certain points in space, depending on where an observer is located.

“Our findings suggest that radar signals – produced unintentionally by any planet with advanced technology and complex aviation system – could act as a universal sign of intelligent life.”

By simulating how these radar signals emit from Earth over time and space, the researchers looked at how visible they would be from nearby stars.

The research may help guide other scientists on identifying promising technosignatures emitted by alien worlds, Saide explained.

Co-researcher, Professor Michael Garrett, of the University of Manchester, added: “By learning how our signals travel through space, we gain valuable insights into how to protect the radio spectrum for communications and design future radar systems.

“The methods developed for modeling and detecting these weak signals can also be used in astronomy, planetary defence, and even in monitoring the impact of human technology on our space environment.”

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If aliens are equipped with state-of-the-art radio telescopes like our own – they would be able to spot hidden electromagnetic leakage from these Earth sites up to 200 light-years away[/caption]

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The research may help guide other scientists on identifying promising technosignatures emitted by alien worlds, Saide explained[/caption]

 

STANDING at the top of a cliff, with serene waters lapping onto the rocks below with beaches either side of me, this place feels as if I am on the coast of Italy – not Devon.

The South West Coast Path – also known as The Salt Path – stretches over 630miles in its entirety.

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The South West Coast Path – also known as The Salt Path – stretches over 630miles in its entirety[/caption]

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And one ‘small’ (around 13 miles to be precise) section of it, I’ve walked year after year thanks to the fact that I grew up in Devon.

The South West Coast Path has been famous for decades for providing some of the most stunning views of the UK’s coasts.

Yet, with the recent release of The Salt Path film based on Raynor Winn’s 2018 book, the trail has been launched back into the limelight.

Starting at Brixham at around 9am, I would set off to reach my secondary school based in Torquay – several cliff-edge walks, beach crossings and town excursions away.

This section of the path runs along the coasts of the English Riviera – including the historic fishing town of Brixham, the traditional seaside town of Paignton and then finally, the home of Agatha Christie – Torquay.

And along this section of Devon’s coast are several stunning spots and unique places to explore – hence, doing this walk each year was a real treat.

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Heading across from Torquay on the ferry, I would join the coastal path in Brixham.

Home to a bustling harbour with a long history of fishing, Brixham is a quaint town at one end of the English Riviera.

For those wanting to do the walk more leisurely, it is well worth exploring the town for its myriad of independent shops and the Golden Hind – a full-size replica of Sir Francis Drake’s ship that he used to explore the globe in the 16th century.

Heading around the harbour and past the fish market, you will then pass Brixham Laboratory – which is home to a cutting-edge marine research facility – before heading off into a wood area.

On the headland you will get your first amazing views of the harbour and English Riviera ahead of you – full of colourful bobbing boats and – if you’re lucky – some seals in sight.

The headland itself is also a historic spot – home to Brixham Battery – the little buildings scattered across the headland are actually disused bunkers that used to house guns in World War II.

You’ll then come to the first of many coves on the route – Fishcombe Cove.

It features a little pebble beach and a cafe, in case you want to stop for a bite.

Heading through another small woodland, you then reach Churston Cove – another small pebble beach.

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You’ll head across sandy beaches including Goodrington and Broadsands in Paignton[/caption]

This section of the walk is particularly up-and-down though, with many steep inclines – so not for the faint-hearted.

Just before you start the Paignton section of the path, you will cross Elberry Cove – a stunning pebble beach, often with turquoise waters and a historic bath house ruin.

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Across another headland with dramatic cliff edges, walkers will then reach the first sandy beach on this part of the path.

Broadsands Beach is a long, family-friendly beach with a range of facilities including cafes, beach huts, toilets, car parking and kayak and paddleboard hire.

Many of my weekends as a child would be spent on this beach rock pooling and building sandcastles.

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Other sights include a full-size replica of the Golden Hind in Brixham[/caption]

And the beach has lifeguards too, so even when I got too much sand in my eyes there was someone to help.

Following the path, you will then head inland a bit to Broadsands Viaduct, designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel.

Over another headland, with a narrow sandy path right at the cliff edge, you then reach Goodrington Beach – another long sandy beach popular with families.

There is also a whole host of venues and activities here to explore, including crazy golf, a boating lake and Splashdown Quaywest – the largest outdoor waterpark in the UK.

Following the path along the beach and over another headland, you then reach Paignton harbour, beach and town.

Take some time here to refresh in one of the many cafes and restaurant and have some fun with the slot machines on the pier before heading off towards Torquay.

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Torquay

For the final part of this section of the South West Coast Path, you will venture onto some roads before reaching Livermead sand, just ahead of Torquay beach and town.

Whilst I used to then venture off to the quaint village of Cockington to then head back to my school, Torquay boasts a number of other family-friendly beaches.

And Torquay town also has so much to explore including a pretty harbour – which is always great for some expensive boat spotting – and a bustling high street.

Make sure to grab some fish and chips, pasties or even a cream tea (with cream first!) as this town really does Devon delicacies well.

And then if you are feeling extra ambitious, you can continue along the path onto Babbacombe and Teignmouth.

These are the 10 stunning UK beaches starring in the new Hollywood movie – from little-known coves to underground tunnels.

Plus, the UK’s best seaside walks have been revealed including a secret celeb-loved island.

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Patong, a vibrant town known for its bustling beachfront and thrilling nightlife, is gearing up for an event of unparalleled importance. This July, the town will switch into full emergency preparation mode as local authorities orchestrate a large-scale tsunami evacuation drill. Announced by Patong Mayor Lalita Maneesri on July 8 during a high-profile gathering at the Patong Municipality Office, this ambitious exercise aims to prep the community for a swift, organized response should a real tsunami occur. “Ensuring the safety of everyone in Patong—residents, students, workers, and tourists—is our top priority,” declared Mayor Lalita with resolute assurance. “This drill promises to equip us for any emergency that might come our way.” The meticulous drill is scheduled for Tuesday, July 29, and is designed to be a massive collaborative effort, involving numerous participants. It will engage senior officials from Patong Municipality, the Kathu District Office, the Phuket Provincial Disaster Prevention and…