1 week agoBlogsComments Off on Trump reveals plan to host UFC title fight at WHITE HOUSE in front of 20,000 fans to celebrate America’s 250th birthday
DONALD Trump has revealed plans to host the UFC title fight at the White House next year to celebrate America’s 250th birthday.
The “championship” punch up could take place on the presidential lawn and draw over 20,000 fans.
GettyDonald Trump announced plans to host a UFC fight at the White House next year[/caption]
GettyThe president is a big fan of the sport[/caption]
UFC president Dana White and Trump have a strong relationship
Trump, 79, who is pally with UFC president Dana White and a big UFC fan, announced his ambitious plan at an event in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday.
It comes just weeks after the president was pictured at the UFC 316 in New Jersey.
Speaking emphatically to the crowd, he called on White to help organise the fight, which he said could take place at the White House because there is “a lot of land”.
He said: “Does anybody watch UFC? The great Dana White?
“We’re going to have a UFC fight. We’re going to have a UFC fight – think of this – on the grounds of the White House.
“We have a lot of land there, we’re going to build a little — we’re not, Dana is going to do it.
“Dana is great, one of a kind — going to be UFC fight, championship fight, full fight, like 20,000 to 25,000 people, and we’re going to do that as part of ‘250.'”
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt later confirmed the plans on X, adding that the president is “dead serious”.
The announcement marks the start of a whole year’s worth of festivities to celebrate 250 years since American gained independence from the British.
Trump’s connections with the UFC date back over two decades, while his relationship with White has always been strong.
The UFC boss backed the president’s political career from the start, calling Trump a “fighter” and endorsing his presidential bid in 2016.
When Trump survived a failed assassination attempt the White declared the president a “tough guy”.
He later called the 79-year-old “the legitimate, ultimate, American badass of all time”.
Later, in an interview with Tucker Carlson at Fox News, he touched on the pair’s strong relationship, calling Trump “great” and a “good friend”.
He said: “This guy has been so good to me it’s unexplainable.
“He’s been a very good friend to me since the day I met him.
“When we bought this company it had such a bad stigma attached to it and the sport that we couldn’t even get into venues, they didn’t want us.
“Donald Trump saw that this thing could possibly be big.
“Plus he’s a sports guy who loves sports, and he offered us to come do the event at the Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City.
“He cut us a very fair deal and we went down there and did two events with him where he showed up for the first fight and stayed until the last fight.
“Imagine back then; Trump brand is way up, UFC brand is way down, but he took us in and he was great.”
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Dana White and Trump at a UFC match
1 week agoBlogsComments Off on I scrub my council house walls but they’re COVERED in mould & crumbling away – I have two disabled kids, it’s disgusting
AMY Magee previously moved out of a property full of mould and asbestos and hoped her next council home would be more suitable for her and her children.
But unfortunately, the mother has been left disgusted after the council flat, which she has now lived in for three years, is also covered in layers of horrendous mould.
TikTok/@amy_magee_209A mother has admitted that she scrubs the walls in her council house, but they are covered in mould[/caption]
TikTok/@amy_magee_209Amy Magee, 37, explained that the walls in her flat are crumbling[/caption]
TikTok/@amy_magee_209Her mental health is suffering and now, she “can’t think clearly” as a result[/caption]
Not only this, but the walls in her home are crumbling away too.
Amy, 37, from London, took to social media to give her followers an insight into the state of her home, leaving many totally stunned.
As she showed off the walls which are covered in black mould, the content creator and author said: “I’ve actually had enough now – it’s a week today where I reported all of this stuff.
“I have scrubbed and scrubbed and scrubbed it. Stuff needs to be renewed.”
Not only has Amy had to spend time cleaning, but she’s also been forced to throw away her belongings too, as she confirmed: “I’ve had to chuck every single piece of bedding in here because it was just not washable.”
And not only is the mould in her bedroom, but it’s also in the kitchen and bathroom, as she added: “This is the cupboard in the kitchen. I have painted this probably three, four times knowing full well I’ve actually lived in this property only three years.
“I’m getting to the point where I’ve just had enough, I can’t even think clearly.
“This is my bathroom, who even wants to have a bath in something like this? What the hell?”
The mother admitted that the “absolutely ridiculous” state of her home is now beginning to affect her mental health.
She opened up on feeling “mentally exhausted” and got candid on the “nightmare”, as she shared: “My walls are crumbling and it’s just absolutely disgusting.”
Despite having received “no report” and getting “no answers” from her local council, Amy acknowledged: “The radiator is coming off the wall.
“I’ve obviously said this to them – they’ve come and done building maintenance on my property.
My walls are crumbling and it’s just absolutely disgusting
Amy Magee
“There is going to be so much work needing to be done on my property.
“I’ve got two disabled children and it’s just going to be hell.
How can I get a council house?
To apply for a council home, you need to fill out and hand in an application to your local authority.
To find your local authority, simply use the Government’s council locator tool on its website.
Once you have access to your local council’s website, it should offer you guidelines on how to complete your application.
After applying, you’ll most likely have to join a waiting list.
Bear in mind, even if you are put on a waiting list, this doesn’t guarantee you a council house offer.
Your council should also offer you advice on how to stay in your current home and solve any issues you might have, such as problems with a private landlord or mortgage.
You are eligible to apply for council housing if you are a British citizen living in the UK providing have not lived abroad recently.
Each council has its own local rules about who qualifies to go on the housing register in its area, but it is based on “points” or a “banding” system.
For example, you’re likely to be offered housing first if you:
are homeless
live in cramped conditions
have a medical condition made worse by your current home
are seeking to escape domestic violence
Once you are high enough on a council’s waiting list, it will contact you when a property is available.
Some councils let people apply at the age of 18, while others let you apply even sooner at 16-year-olds.
EU workers and their families and refugees may also be eligible.
A council house is reached through a points system, so depending on your housing needs, you may be considered low priority.
The council will contact you about any available property once you are high enough on the waiting list.
There is no limit on how long you can expect to be on the waiting list.
“This blind in my living room – it’s got mould spores everywhere.
“And of course, they don’t want to pay back any money that I’ve put into this flat.”
TikTok/@amy_magee_209She believes that there is “so much work” that needs to be done on her property[/caption]
TikTok/@amy_magee_209But with two disabled children, she said it will be “hell”[/caption]
Social media users react
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @amy_magee_209, just 17 hours ago, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly amassed 15,200 views, 234 likes and 189 comments.
Social media users were gobsmacked by the condition of Amy’s flat and many raced to the comments to share advice on what she should do next.
How dare they let you stay there with your children! Take it to the Housing Ombudsman
TikTok user
One person said: “Oh my goodness this is bad.”
Another added: “That is so bad. My close friend got rehoused due to mould and it was nowhere near as bad as this. She was in a flat and now she’s in a beautiful brand newbuild house.
What It's Really Like Growing Up On A Council Estate
Fabulous reporter, Leanne Hall, recalls what it's like growing up in social housing.
As someone who grew up in a block of flats on a council estate, there are many wild stories I could tell.
From seeing a neighbour throw dog poo at the caretaker for asking them to mow their lawn (best believe they ended up on the Jeremy Kyle show later in life) to blazing rows over packages going missing, I’ve seen it all.
While there were many times things kicked off, I really do believe most of the time it’s because families living on council estates get to know each other so well, they forget they’re neighbours and not family.
Yes, things can go from zero to 100 quickly, but you know no matter what you can rely on your neighbour to borrow some milk or watch all of the kids playing outside.
And if you ask me, it’s much nicer being in a tight community where boundaries can get crossed than never even knowing your neighbour’s name while living on a fancy street.
“Get Environmental Health round and they’ll give you bidding points. You should get moved!”
A third advised: “Call Environmental Health they can help you get the council to take action.. that needs some proper work doing on it.”
Meanwhile someone else recommended: “This is a disgrace. They should give you another property.
“How dare they let you stay there with your children! Take it to the Housing Ombudsman.”
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1 week agoBlogsComments Off on Lolit Solis Passed Away; Celebrities Pay Tribute
Veteran entertainment columnist Lolit Solis passed away, and these celebrities have these posts. LOLIT SOLIS PASSED AWAY – The veteran columnist passed away at the age of 78, and here are some tributes for her. On Thursday, July 3, veteran entertainment columnist and talent manager Lolit Solis passed away. She was 78 years old, and ... Read more
INSTAGRAMSonay Kartal was in a relationship with bodybuilder Luke Ogbourn[/caption]
AlamyLuke brought Sonay flowers at Wimbledon in 2024[/caption]
Instagram @luke_ogbournShe seemed very happy with the gallant gesture[/caption]
She then stormed into round three for the second year running after a dominant and devastating victory over Viktoriya Tomova on Court No 3.
And Sonay beat French qualifier Diane Parry on Friday, July 4 by straight sets.
Sonay has £152,000 in her back pocket but if she wins two sets, she will add an extra £68,000 to her bank balance.
The British No.3 said: “Obviously tennis is super expensive.
“When I was growing up, I kind of did quite a lot of tournaments on my own because I couldn’t afford to pay a coach week-in, week-out.
“It helped me develop as a teenager, grow up super fast, made me much more mature. I held myself accountable to a lot of things.
“The LTA helped me massively. It came at exactly the right time. It was when I started to come on the scene and was putting together a few good wins consistently.
“They really helped to give me all the equipment and access to everything I needed to develop as well.
“I’ve shot up the rankings. My game style really rocketed.
“My coaches back in the day, they would charge me I guess the lowest fee and would try to help me out as much as possible.
“I was out quite a lot of years injured as a teenager.
“I didn’t pick up a racquet for a couple years. I was kind of a bit inconsistent as I was going through my teenage years.”
Sonay was born in London, but grew up in Brighton with her family.
We don’t gym together at all
Sonay Kartalthe Express
She is of Turkish descent and her dad owned a “kebab takeaway” and “sit down restaurant”, serving Turkish food.
Off the court, Sonay had been in a relationship with bodybuilder Luke Ogbourn.
He even brought his beau a bouquet of flowers after she qualified for the first round of Wimbledon in 2024.
But the pair have now sadly broken up.
Who is Luke Ogbourn?
Luke Ogbourn is a British bodybuilder and strongman.
Luke had been a visible and vocal supporter of Sonay, particularly during her impressive Wimbledon run last year and her first WTA singles title win at the Jasmin Open, also in 2024.
But he was absent from this year’s competition and it has now surfaced that the pair are no longer together.
Per his Instagram bio, Luke took home the silver medal at the United Kingdom’s Strongest Man U23 competition in 2024, before going one better and securing gold at Iron Beasts 2024.
Instagram @luke_ogbournLuke Ogbourn won Iron Beasts 2024[/caption]
His profile regularly featured gym routines, rugby matches and highlights from his strongman competitions — but as of July 4, 2025, it seems to have been removed.
The relationship between Sonay and Luke was made public since from November 2023, when their first photo together appeared on Ogbourn’s Instagram.
Their relationship drew more attention during Wimbledon 2024 — Luke supported Sonay online and in person, sharing affectionate messages and congratulating her after matches.
Despite both being athletes, Sonay said that they did not train together, telling the Express in 2024 that they “don’t gym together at all”.
She added: “I don’t lift cars and pull cars and things like that.
“Tennis is very specific training whereas he is just lifting as much weight as physically you can.”
1 week agoBlogsComments Off on ‘It was a well-kept secret’ – Saoirse Ruane’s mum makes major career venture in honour of late daughter
SAOIRSE Ruane’s mum has embarked on a major career move in memory of her beloved daughter.
The Ruane family was left heartbroken after 12-year-old Saoirse tragicallypassed awayin March 2024 following a long battle with cancer.
Roseanna Ruane has launched a collection with BPerfect in memory of her daughterBrian McEvoySaoirse sadly passed away in March 2024The collection includes beauty essentials, each one named in honour of SaoirseBrian McEvoy
The young girl won the nation’s hearts when she appeared on the Toy Show during the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, aged 8, to speak about her fight with cancer.
Saoirse’s mother, Roseanna, has made sure to keep her daughter’s memory alive on social media over the past few months.
Now, just over a year on from Saoirse’s passing, Roseanna has teamed up with BPerfect Cosmetics to launch a new line named the Saoirse and Mamma Collection.
All proceeds from the collection will be donated to two charities chosen by Saoirse’s family, described as ones that are “close to their hearts”.
The launch was announced on BPerfect’s Instagram, where the brand revealed the range was created “in loving memory of Saoirse – in collaboration with her incredible mum”.
They wrote: “This collection is a tribute to Saoirse Ruane – a little girl who inspired a nation with her strength, her smile, and her unstoppable spirit.”
The collection includes beauty essentials, each one named in honour of Saoirse, and “every product has been thoughtfully designed to reflect the colours she loved and the joy she brought to the world”.
Roseanna spoke to Evoke at the official launch of the Saoirse and Mamma BPerfect Collection, which was held at The Leinster Hotel in Dublin.
The proud mum opened up about how much her life has changed, saying: “I think for me, all I’ve wanted to do is to be kept busy. It doesn’t work for me to sit and have time to think, so I’m very grateful to be busy.”
She added: “Whether it’s creating content,my new role in radiowhich I absolutely adore and is the highlight of my week because it connects me with an audience and it’s bringing me back to playing music I love, pure nostalgia, and then this has been in the pipeline for about 10 to 12 months.
Speaking about the collection, Roseanna admitted: “This [collab with BPerfect] was such a well-kept secret, and I was bursting to tell someone and I couldn’t. There are just many strings to my bow now.
“I put my hand to anything and I feel I’m flapping around in the sky and I haven’t found my landing spot yet and I’m just dipping my toe into different things to see what it would feel like.”
Speaking about the incredible new roles she has taken on, Roseanna continued: “I never said I see myself in radio, I never said I see myself collabing and bringing out a makeup palette, but I really do see now that the world is my oyster.
“What I’m trying to do is honour my daughter and remember her name, and I suppose live life the way I want to live it now. Her passing has brought me such an appreciation for life, and it’s made me want to live it on my terms, and it’s made me very grateful.”
IN MEMORY
At the launch, Roseanna also shared that the makeup line is “a piece of my heart” and something that has “helped turn my grief into something good”.
She added that it’s “not just makeup but memory and mission, bottled and shared”.
She paid a touching tribute to her daughter, opening up about the life lessons Saoirse left behind.
Roseanna said: “Saoirse gave love freely and she continues to guide me every single day. One of the things I’ve come to hold most sacred on this journey is time.
“I want to say this to you all tonight, time is so important, we are all running the rat race.
“Time is something to be grateful for, time allows us to make precious memories, time allows us to reflect and grow, and time allows us all to make a difference. But time is also something that Saoirse ran out of and that truth is something that I carry every day. It’s why I wake up every morning and practice gratitude, even on the hardest days.”
1 week agoBlogsComments Off on ‘That is BRUTAL’ people cry as a tattoo artist shows off a man’s hair tattoo that’s giving ‘Lego businessman’ vibes
HAIR loss is a sensitive subject to many and can be very distressing, having a negative impact on your confidence.
While some learn to embrace their thinning mane and bald head, it seems that one man has taken a rather drastic approach – getting his ‘hair’ back in the form of ink.
AlamyOne ink fan went viral after his brand new ‘hair’ reminded people of a ‘Lego businessman’[/caption]
The rather usual tattoo has gone viral on TikTok, with more than 2million views in just one dayTikTok/@chrischow113Horrified social media users weren’t so convinced by the bold inkingTikTok/@chrischow113
The artist behind the masterpiece was tattoo whizz Chris Chow – but unfortunately, the man’s new ‘mane’ hasn’t become a major hit online.
Chuffed with his work, Chris, from Dover, Kent, posted the jaw-dropping results on TikTok – and it’s since gone viral for all the wrong reasons.
In the video, which has been viewed more than an astronomical 2.3million times in just one day, Chris showed off the freshly inked head from all angles.
The black ‘tresses’ were significantly darker and longer than the client’s real hair, some of which had a grey and white tint.
The rather bold tattoo also covered only the top of the man’s head – whilst the bottom section still had plenty of his real hair.
The brand new ‘hairdo’ also included a short fringe messily swept to the side and a slightly wavy effect.
Chris, who posts under the username @chrischow113, wrote in the caption: ”This is my work!”
‘That is BRUTAL’
But while the pair may have been delighted with the makeover, horrified social media users weren’t so convinced by the bold inking.
More than 123,000 people gave it a like, as a further 5,118 flooded to comments where many shared their thoughts and tagged their pals.
One TikToker was lost for words, writing: ”can’t believe what I’m seeing.”
Another chimed in: ”JESUS WEPT…That is BRUTAL.”
Meanwhile, someone else took a wild guess as to what the client had asked for to end up with the bizarre ‘hairdo’.
“Lego business man please,” they joked.
Tattoo Do's and Don'ts
1. Think, think and think some more
Tattoos done on a whim are far more likely to lead to regret than a tattoo you thought long and hard about. Think about why you want what you’ve chosen. And if you still want it after a few months, then get it.
2. Age restrictions apply
You must be 18 years old to be tattooed in the UK.
3. Don’t haggle over the price
When you go to a tattoo shop the price is the price. You are paying for an artist’s time and skills, they charge what they believe those things are worth.
4. Don’t get tattooed while you’re hungry
Eat before you go for your tattoo session and make sure you’re hydrated. You’re about to be subjected to a period of sustained physical discomfort, if you’re feeling a little weak from hunger or you’re dehydrated things will not go as smoothly as they should.
5. Don’t drink alcohol before you get tattooed
If you are drunk or under the influence of drugs, don’t go for a tattoo. In fact, if your tattooist has anything at all about them they will turn you away if you are clearly under the influence of any intoxicating substances. I’d also avoid drinking the night before, even a few drinks will thin your blood and make your bleed more.
”I love the way you blended it with his real hair. He looks really happy,” a viewer chuckled.
”That should be an offence,” someone else thought.
1 week agoBlogsComments Off on Beloved free TV service shutting down in weeks as exact date for closure confirmed – but there’s another way to watch it
A BELOVED free TV service is shutting down in weeks as the exact date for closure is confirmed – but there’s another way to watch it.
Users are now seeing notifications when using the app, confirming the free streaming platform will disappear completely.
AmazonFreevee is closing down in a matter of weeks forever[/caption]
Amazon Is closing down their popular App
Amazon plans to shut down its stand-alone Freevee app in August, according to an in-app notice to users.
The notice stated: “Prime Video is the new exclusive home for Freevee TV shows, movies and Live TV.
“The Freevee app will be accessible until August 2025. Continue watching your favorite Free Originals and our library of hit movies, shows, and live TV on Prime Video for free.
“No subscription needed. Download Prime Video to get started and sign-in with your Amazon account.”
This shutdown is happening worldwide, but many UK viewers rely on the service for their serving of Neighbours drama and other exclusive content.
The Freevee App explained
Originally launched in the US as Freedive back in 2019, it then became IMDb TV before finallybecoming Freevee when it properly launched in the UK in 2022.
It is the company’s free alternative to Prime Video, with classic and original shows including Judy Justice and the reboot of Aussie soap Neighbours.
Popular original series also include Emmy-nominated reality comedy show Jury Duty, and crime show Bosch: Legacy.
These shows will now be accessible on Prime Video under the “Watch for Free” section.
Because although the app and brand is disappearing, the shows and movies are not.
The move doesn’t come as a surprise, as Amazon confirmed back in November 2024 that it was sunsetting the service and integrating its content into Prime Video.
Freevee content was already available through both apps and there had been murmurs earlier this year that the name could be axed after Prime introduced ads.
What you need to do
If you’re a Freevee user, you’ll need to get yourself sorted before August to keep watching your favs.
Download the Prime Video app if you don’t already have it (it’s supported on almost every streaming device and Smart TV in the UK).
Sign in with your Amazon account (or create a free one if you don’t already have one).
Look for the “Watch for Free” label on content.
All the shows and films you’ve been enjoying on Freevee should still be available without requiring a Prime subscription.
Amazon said in a statement at the time that it had “Decided to phase out Freevee branding.
“There will be no change to the content available for Prime members, and a vast offering of free streaming content will still be accessible for non-Prime members.
“Including select Originals from Amazon MGM Studios, a variety of licensed movies and series, and a broad library of FAST Channels — all available on Prime Video.”
Instead of operating two separate services, the company is consolidating its streaming efforts aroundPrime Video.
In 2023, he was even in talks to fight Benn, who was in the midst of his UK Anti-Doping case at the time.
Benn’s promoter Hearn is not a fan of Pacquiao returning straight into a title shot after so many years out and without victory.
But if PacMan is to win – he says it could confusingly open the door for a fight with Benn should the 28-year-old drop back down to welterweight.
Hearn told SunSport: “When we looked at the Pacquiao fight it was coming up to two years ago now, first time, there was no world title on the line.
“It was a big name. We got a lot of criticism about that but I don’t think Pacquiao should be fighting for a world title but good luck to him if he comes through.
“I don’t think he will. But you know, once Conor Benn drops down to 147, he’ll be looking for world titles.”
Benn was due to fight Chris Eubank Jr in October 2022 but he was withdrawn after testing positive for Clomifene – known to boost testosterone.
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He was provisionally suspended by the British Boxing Board of Control – while vowing to prove his innocence.
Eventually, the case was dropped against Benn meanwhile he had two 150lb catchweight wins in America.
1 week agoBlogsComments Off on Award winning TV drama’s future revealed after four seasons amid fan fears bosses have quietly axed it
BOSSES have revealed the fate of an award-winning TV drama amid fan speculation it could have been axed.
Disney+ will be bringing back popular drama The Bear for a fifth series.
2023 FXThe Bear will be making a return for series five[/caption]
APFans had panicked that the show could have come to an end[/caption]
The streaming giant launched the fourth series of the show last month but little had been said on the fate of the show until now – causing fans to panic.
Show bosses have now revealed that the programme – starring Jeremy Allen White – is very much making a comeback for a fifth incarnation.
The show streams on Disney+ internationally and is broadcast via FX in the US.
Lead star Jeremy picked up a Golden Globe for his role in the show in 2023.
Confirming their plans for the show, John Landgraf, the Chairman of FX, said: “The Bear continues to be a fan favorite worldwide and their response to this season – as seen through incredibly high viewership – has been as spectacular as any of its previous seasons.
“Year-in and year-out, Chris Storer, the producers, cast and crew make The Bear one of the best shows on television.
“We are excited that they will continue to tell this magnificent story.”
The show sees fine dining chef Carmy return home to Chicago to help run his family’s sandwich shop.
Played by Jeremy, the chef has to fight to transform the show and ensure its survival.
Previously declaring their excitement for the show, one fan said: “Yessss! Too good not to be renewed.”
A second added: “I cannot wait honestly!!”
While third penned: “I need 20 seasons of this.”
A synopsis for the latest series read: “It’s a losing battle every single day in the restaurant business. Carmy pushes himself harder than ever, and demands excellence from his crew, who do their best to match his intensity.
“Their quest for culinary excellence will propel the crew to new levels and stress the bonds that hold the restaurant together.
“As the team grows in size, each member will strive to reach a greater level of service within their role. In the restaurant industry, you’re never on solid ground, and with that ever-changing landscape comes new challenges and opportunities.”
