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Dramatic moment firefighting drones tackle huge skyscraper blaze as flames engulf 500ft building in heart-pounding drill

THIS is the shocking moment a fire rips through a skyscraper – as high-tech drones swoop in to battle the blaze.

Multiple firefighting drones swarm the 500ft building in southeastern China during an intense fire drill.

Tethered drones extinguishing a high-rise fire.
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High-tech firefighting drones tackle a fire in a 500ft building[/caption]
Tethered drones spraying water onto a high-rise building during a fire drill.
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Made of carbon fiber, these drones can spray foam or water as far as 100 feet[/caption]
Tethered drone extinguishing flames during a fire drill.
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Each drone can carry up to 770 pounds of water[/caption]

The fire drill took place in a skyscraper in Shenzhen, south China’s Guangdong Province, according to Xinhua News Agency.

Dramatic footage from June 24 shows flames sweeping through multiple floors as thick smoke billows around the building.

Red drones are seen blasting water or foam at the building with force.

Each one appears to be targeting a different floor and spraying at a sharp horizontal angle.

The carbon fiber drones can carry up to 770 pounds and spray foam or water as far as 100 feet.

They operate at altitudes over 656 feet and can run continuously thanks to a tethered power and fluid supply.

It’s unclear whether the building is currently in use as an office or apartment block, has been abandoned or was built specifically for safety drills.

But this is just one in a series of recent innovations by China.

It comes as China recently put out to sea the world’s largest cargo ship.

The 1,310-ft-long vessel is said to be capable of holding a whopping 220,000 tonnes of goods and stacking 24,000 containers.

Footage shows the monstrous vessel – built in just 17 months – ripping through the ocean.

Named the CMA CGM SEINE, the world’s largest vessel was delivered from its Hudong-Zhonghua shipyard in Shanghai on Tuesday.

The ship has a fuel bunker with a capacity of 18,600 cubic metres of LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas), allowing it to travel nearly 20,000 nautical miles when fully loaded.

While dubbed the “sea monster”, this ship is actually more environmentally friendly than traditional oil-powered vessels.

It emits 20 percent less carbon dioxide, 85 percent fewer nitrogen oxides and 99 percent less particulate matter and sulphur oxides.

China’s goal in building these giants vessels is reportedly to reduce logistic costs, make global shipping greener and increase its connectivity to other parts of the world.

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A high-tech firefighting drone seen from up close[/caption]

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Padraig Harrington’s dog plays hilariously cute role in Irish golfer’s US Senior Open celebrations

IT WAS an excellent weekend for Team Padraig Harrington with even his dog Rio enjoying the sweet taste of success.

The Irish golf legend claimed the US Senior Open title for a second time by holding off the challenge of Stewart Cink and Miguel Angel Jimenez respectively.

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The tournament was held in Colorado Springs, Colorado[/caption]
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A welcome treat given Colorado is going through a mini-heatwave[/caption]
Padraig Harrington with his family and the U.S. Senior Open Championship trophy.
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Son Ciarán and wife Caroline were there to support him and caddie Ronan Flood in their efforts[/caption]

In the aftermath of his latest major triumph, the Rathfarnham native shared an amusing video of Rio cooling off with an ice pop.

He captioned it: “A celebratory ice pop for Rio. Peanut butter and banana.”

Fans of the two-time British Open winner congratulated him whilst also looking forward to next month’s edition which will be held at Royal Portrush in Antrim.

Stephen hailed: “Congrats Padraig, great champion of the game. Hopefully keep playing great for Portrush too!”

Meanwhile Bryson (not DeChambeau) added: “Well done Padraig & Rio. Great win!”

Lastly, while thinking of Padraig’s other dog, Ron joked: “Hopefully you made things right with Maltbie.”

In winning the tournament, Harrington earned a payday of $800,000.

He had been tied heading into the last round after a 68 on Saturday – the same as Australia’s Mark Hensby and American Cink.

But the Stackstown icon held his nerve despite a tense final hole at Broadmoor Golf Club.

He carded a three under par 70 final round, which saw him finish on a total of 11 under par.

His score was enough to pip his friend Cink to the title by one stroke, with Jimenez a further shot back after a stunning seven under round of 63.

It was the 2024 Golf Hall of Fame inductee’s tenth Senior’s Tour title. Afterwards an elated Harrington told RTE: “Here I’m comfortable.

“Look, here I’m not thinking I’m going to miss the cut. Touch wood that doesn’t happen.

“I’m not thinking about that. If you brought me to a regular event Thursday afternoon I would be thinking about the cut line.

“Whereas here I’m thinking how do I get myself into position. And even the first couple of days I got going and I could have got away from the field.

“I dropped back a couple (shots). I was still going. All I want to be is with nine holes to go to give myself a chance and be in the right head space at that time.”

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Third-placed Jimenez rued his approach on the 18th as he ultimately ran out of holes to reel in Harrington’s lead.

Reflecting on his costly bogey, he vented: “If I had a chance to get on the green, I would go for that.

“But as I was talking with my caddie, ‘OK, maybe you can pass the water, but we cannot do anything from there. Is it worth the risk?’

“Then I still need to go, but he’s right. Then make not a bad wedge where I hit it after.

“I went high left, more or less, pin high and missed it, but at least give myself a chance to make 4. But if I put it in the water, bye-bye.”

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M&S’ new £3.80 picnic snack is even better than their £5.50 cult buy & here’s more picky bits we guarantee will be a hit

WITH summer in full swing and the weather heating up, there’s no better time to stock up on picky bits.

And luckily for foodies, M&S have really come through with a new selection of snacks that are perfect for warm days.

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With picnic season finally here, if you’re searching for snacks that are mouth-wateringly good, you’ve come to the right place[/caption]
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Here, Abby Wilson shares her honest thoughts on the new M&S picky bits[/caption]
Two M&S ready-to-eat dips: Topped Chicken Shawarma and Topped Ploughman's.
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You won’t want to miss these new £3.50 dips[/caption]
Three bags of M&S Collection olive oil crisps: serrano ham, black truffle, and Mediterranean sea salt.
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There’s one flavour of crisps that’s a 10/10, but another Abby would leave on the shelf[/caption]

So if you can’t be bothered to cook dinner tonight and aren’t sure what to buy that will leave you feeling satisfied, look no further.

Not only has the new M&S Strawberry Sandwich proved a hit with many, but now, social media users are scrambling to get their hands on the brand-new viral crisps and dips which start at just £3. 

Following on from their previous viral dips, which included sell-out flavours – New York Deli Pastrami Dip, Chicken Caesar Dip and the Whipped Herby Greek Feta Dip – M&S have now added some new must-try versions to their fridges – and they are sure to get your mouth watering.

Shoppers can now tuck into the Chicken Shawarma and Cheesy Ploughman’s Dip, both of which are advertised as perfect for “park days, picky teas and picnic vibes.”

Here, Fabulous’ Senior Writer Abby Wilson, a self-proclaimed M&S superfan, managed to fill her basket not only with the new delicious dips, but also a selection of other unmissable savoury winners.

So if you can’t decide which buys you should nab or leave on the shelf, you’ll need to listen up, as this foodie shares her honest thoughts…

M&S not only sell over 70million pots of nibbles and dips every year, but have since received the title of “the undisputed home of picky bits” and I can certainly see why.

Calling all dip lovers – if you can’t get enough of crisps and dips and are on the hunt for a new snack that’s bound to go down a treat this summer, M&S have got you covered.

I have one very simple word to describe the two new loaded dips – unreal.

The Topped Chicken Shawarma Dip is spiced, creamy and succulent, while the Topped Ploughman’s Dip is a yummy statement on a British favourite.

Both of which are £3.50 and are certainly worth the cash – you can expect unique and unmissable flavours in dips you’ve never seen before on the high street. 

While the Chicken Shawarma dip contains marinated pulled chicken and tangy pickled red onions, the Ploughman’s buy is full of chutney, tender pulled ham hock and crunchy silverskin onions.

Not only are they great with crisps, but they’re so good they could even work as a sandwich filler too. 

And it’s not just loaded dips that M&S have nailed this season – there’s also a collection of other dips that are spot on too.

The new M&S buys you won't want to miss

HERE, Abby Wilson shares her favourite M&S buys from their latest range of picky bits...

Topped Chicken Shawarma Dip – £3.50

Topped Ploughman’s Dip – £3.50

Labneh Dip – £3

Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Dip – £3.50

Extra Virgin Olive Oil Crisps with Black Truffle – £3.75

Mature Cheddar and Marmite Sausage Rolls – £3.80

Dressed Giant Butterbeans – £3.90

The Extra Smooth Houmous is just £3 and is one of the nicest I’ve tried – it’s simple but packed with flavour and very smooth.

Meanwhile, the Middle Eastern-inspired Labneh Dip has a vibrant basil and mint dressing and is crafted with creamy strained yoghurt. 

It’s brilliant with breadsticks and is almost too good – so if you’re trying to watch your waistline, buy it at your own risk.

Another dip that gets a solid thumbs up from me is the Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Dip.

It’s quite similar to M&S’ other new dip – the Roasted Red Pepper and Aubergine Dip (both of which are £3.50 each) – but the walnut version takes the top spot thanks to its rich, nutty flavour. 

I have one very simple word to describe the two new loaded dips – unreal

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And if you want crunchy crisps that not only scream luxury but will pair perfectly with these dips, M&S have got you sorted. 

While I wasn’t a fan of the Extra Virgin Olive Oil Crisps with Serrano Ham, the Extra Virgin Olive Oil Crisps with Black Truffle are delicious.

They have a strong taste of truffle but are not too overpowering, and get a solid 10/10 rating from me.

The crisps are also available in Mediterranean Sea Salt, which have a pretty average taste but I believe will be a crowd-pleaser.

The crisps are all £3.75 a bag, so they’re certainly not cheap, but they’re said to contain “exceptional-quality potatoes”, which ensure delicate, golden crisps, that are great for dipping (or dunking in my case.) 

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Research by LNER claims that a whopping four in five Brits experiment with unusual flavours, and almost a quarter have a ‘guilty pleasure’ when it comes to unconventional food combinations,

  1. Crisps and chocolate  
  2. Cheese and chocolate
  3. Crisps in jam sandwich
  4. Chips and milkshake
  5. Cheese and bananas 
  6. Apples with salt and pepper
  7. Avocado and chocolate
  8. Popcorn and hot sauce
  9. Tuna and marmite
  10. Gherkins and peanut butter

Next up in the chain’s new summer snack selection are the Mature Cheddar and Marmite Sausage Rolls.

I was so surprised by these – I’m not a fan of Marmite, but these are truly phenomenal.

The cheesy flavour is out of this world and the sausage isn’t gristly like many supermarket sausage rolls often can be.

They’re so good I scoffed one in a matter of seconds, but could easily eat the whole pack in just a few minutes – and at £3.80, while they’re not that purse-friendly, they’re certainly worth every penny. 

As well as tasting divine, if you ask me they’re actually better than the cult favourite ‘Best Ever Sausage Roll’, which is also from M&S and sets shoppers back an eye-watering £5.50.

The Dressed Giant Butterbeans is a random idea but it definitely works

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But the M&S deluxe picky bits don’t stop there – shoppers can also nab the new M&S Grilled Turkish Green Olives and the Spanish Mini Fuet (a type of pork sausage) and Cheese.

They’re tasty but both pretty basic and I’m not totally convinced I can say they’re worth £4 and £3.90 each. 

Meanwhile, the Dressed Giant Butterbeans is a random idea but it definitely works.

If you hate parmesan and can’t stand garlic then these aren’t for you, but if you want something that’s rich and perfect paired on a platter with pork pies and cold cuts of meat, this £3.90 should go straight in your basket. 

But you’ll need to move fast if you want to stock up on these picky bits, as like all M&S finds, once they go viral on TikTok, they’re sure to sell out quickly. 

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Three containers of M&S dips: mini fuet & cheese, grilled Turkish green olives, and dressed giant butterbeans.
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The Giant Butterbeans might seem random, but they taste amazing[/caption]
Four M&S dips: red pepper & aubergine, hummus, red pepper & walnut, and labneh.
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The Houmous is super smooth, while the Red Pepper & Walnut Dip is out of this world[/caption]

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Millwall slapped with fine and put on ‘extended action plan’ after homophobic chants towards Ben Chilwell

MILLWALL have been fined £15,000 by the FA after their fans made homophobic chants towards Chelsea star Ben Chilwell.

Lions supporters were heard shouting a homophobic slur during their FA Cup clash at Selhurst Park in March while the left-back was on loan at Crystal Palace.

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Chilwell was at the receiving end of homophobic chants from Millwall fans[/caption]
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Millwall fans were slammed by the FA for their behaviour[/caption]
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A section of Millwall fans during the game
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FA big-wigs have also put the Championship club on an “extended action plan” which requires them to do more work to eradicate all forms of discrimination.

The chants were directed at Chilwell in the fifth and 20th minutes of a fiery fifth-round tie that Palace ran out 3-1 winners.

Millwall supporters were also slammed by the FA for chanting “Let him die” at Palace star Jean-Philipe Matata while he lay stricken on the ground after a horror challenge from keeper Liam Roberts, who was sent off.

Matata needed 10 minutes of treatment before being taken to hospital with a nasty gash on his head that required 25 stitches.

The Millwall keeper later apologised to Matata for his tackle.

While the South London club were condemned by the FA for their fans’ behaviour at Selhurst Park, they did praise and accept their efforts in tackling discrimination.

In a written statement the FA said the Lions “exceed the requirements” set out for clubs to be anti-discriminatory and said they should be encouraged to continue this work.

The FA’s extended action plan for Millwall covers communication ahead of games about their stance on anti-discrimination, sending their own stewards to high-risk games and ensuring they have an equality, diversity and inclusion committee.

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They also want the Lions to put together an article each month to summarise their community and EDI work.

A Lions spokesman said: “Millwall FC condemns all forms of discrimination and acknowledges the FA’s decision.

“The club will continue to do all it can to tackle discriminatory abuse through its equality steering committee and dedicated anti-discrimination campaign All ’Wall.

“The term ‘Chelsea rent boy’ is officially recognised as a homophobic slur and is condemned by the club.

“Since January 2022 the chant has been classified as a prosecutable offence by the Crown Prosecution Service for anyone found using it. Anyone identified in doing so will be banned.

“The club reaffirms its zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of discrimination. Such behaviour has no place in society and is entirely at odds  with the values Millwall stands for.

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Love Island’s most controversial game returns to the villa TONIGHT – and leaves couples in chaos

LOVE Island fans will be on the edge of their seats tonight thanks to the return of the show’s most controversial and sizzling game – The Heart Rate Challenge.

The islanders will be turning up the heat in the villa by stripping off to an array of saucy outfits in a bid to excite the opposite sex.

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The Love Island Heart Rate Challenge is back tonight[/caption]

The fan favourite sees each of the girls performing their sexiest moves on the lads before the tables are turned.

The boys will then get their go at trying to make the girls’ hearts race.

Shakira is first to hear of the news after receiving a text that says: “Islanders, it’s time to get each others’ pulses racing in tonight’s Boys vs Girls challenge. #HeartthrobMode #BootyandBeats.”

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Chelsea have paid Brighton £257MILLION in three years with Joao Pedro becoming 14th player or staff member to be poached

CHELSEA have paid Brighton a whopping £257MILLION over the last few years – enough money to build THREE stadiums.

The Blues have pinched 14 players and staff members – the latest being £55million striker Joao Pedro – from their Premier League rivals since Todd Boehly took over as co-owner and chairman in 2022.

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Chelsea are closing in on a £55m deal for Joao Pedro[/caption]
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Pedro will join the long list of people to join Chelsea from Brighton in recent years[/caption]

Young stars Zak Sturge and Shumaira Mheuka became the first players to make the switch in the summer window, just over a month into the Boehly era.

Full-back Marc Cucurella then followed in a £62m transfer.

Then, Chelsea went for Brighton‘s head coach, Graham Potter.

Boehly had made the decision to sack Thomas Tuchel just a few weeks into the 2022-23 season, with Potter viewed as the perfect man to lead the club forward long-term.

As part of a deal with Brighton, whereby the Blues paid in excess of £21m in compensation, Potter was joined by five staff members – Billy Reid, Bjorn Hamberg, Bruno Saltor, Ben Roberts and Kyle Macauley.

However, the 50-year-old was dismissed after just seven months, with everyone bar Macauley and Roberts following him.

In December 2022, Paul Winstanley became another person to swap the Amex Stadium for Stamford Bridge when he was appointed sporting director.

Chelsea were forced to pay out another compensation package as a result.

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And in February 2024, Sam Jewell made the switch to lead the club’s global scouting network and take charge of player negotiations.

Jewell’s arrival in west London saw him become the eighth staff member to complete the move from Sussex.

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Chelsea paid in excess of £21 to sign Graham Potter and his staff from Brighton in 2022[/caption]
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Moises Caicedo set the Blues back £115m[/caption]

One of Chelsea’s most expensive signings also came from Brighton.

The Blues forked out £115m to sign Moises Caicedo from the Seagulls in August 2023 after fighting off interest from Liverpool.

That same month, they also sealed a £25m deal for goalkeeper Robert Sanchez.

While Caicedo has impressed, Sanchez is now at risk of losing his No1 spot after struggling at Stamford Bridge.

Now in line to join the five players who have taken the Brighton to Chelsea pathway is Joao Pedro.

Enzo Maresca and Co beat Newcastle to a deal for the striker at the weekend.

The 23-year-old is now expected to complete the £55m switch in the coming days.

Once the deal is finalised, Chelsea would have spent roughly £257m on Brighton players and personnel over the last three years.

That is almost enough money to fund the construction of THREE more Amex Stadiums.

As well as Pedro, the UEFA Conference League winners are also closing in on a £55.5 deal for Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens.

The 20-year-old has been pushing for a move to London since the start of the transfer window.

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Chelsea have spent roughly £257m on Brighton players and personnel – almost enough money to fund the construction of THREE more Amex Stadiums[/caption]

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Fulham plot shock transfer swoop to beat Man Utd to 6ft 4in striker Tolu Arokodare who was top-scorer in Belgium

FULHAM are plotting a summer move for Genk’s star striker Tolu Arokodare as they look to bolster their attacking options ahead of next season.

The Nigerian forward, who was in scintillating form last season, finished as the top scorer in the Belgian Pro League with an impressive 17 league goals and 23 in total across all competitions.

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Tolu Arokodare is the highest goalscorer in the Belgian top flight[/caption]
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Fulham boss Marco Silva is determined to add a striker to his squad[/caption]

Standing at 6’4”, Arokodare is a towering presence in the box and possesses the pace and finishing ability to trouble any defence.

His brilliant performances have not gone unnoticed with Manchester United and AC Milan also monitoring the 24-year-old’s progress.

Ruben Amorim‘s side are keen on signing Viktor Gyokeres but reports suggest Arokodare, considered a rising star in European football, is also on their radar.

Sources close to the player have revealed to SunSport that Arokodare is eager to secure a move to the Premier League.

Fulham have already held exploratory talks with the striker’s entourage following his recent switch of agency, a move aimed at facilitating a transfer to England.

The Cottagers boast a growing contingent of Nigerian players, with Arokodare understood to share a strong bond with compatriots Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey.

Arokodare’s powerful displays in Belgium have made him one of Europe’s most sought-after young strikers.

Fulham are determined to add firepower to their squad after a mixed Premier League campaign.

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Manager Marco Silva is believed to be a huge admirer of Arokodare’s physicality and clinical finishing and sees him as an ideal fit for Fulham’s style of play.

The striker is valued at around £15million.

Given his exploits in the Belgian league he could prove to be a major coup for Fulham if he can replicate that form in the Premier League.

Last season, Fulham finished 10th but goals were hard to come by.

Raul Jimenez was the only player to reach double digits, scoring 12 goals, with Alex Iwobi contributing nine.

One of the key areas the club is looking to strengthen is goal output.

They hope to bring in players capable of reaching double figures in the Premier League as they aim to solidify their top-flight status and push for the increasingly competitive European spots now available to English clubs.

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Gloating migrants take selfies on packed dinghy headed for UK – as Labour slammed over ‘merry-go-round’ deal with France

GLOATING migrants have been spotted snapping cheery selfies as they attempt to cross the Channel in a bid to enter the UK.

Pictures seen today show dinghies full of celebrating illegal migrants setting off across the Channel.

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One migrant appears to be celebrating with a selfie[/caption]

Pictures show one boat, laden to the brim with migrants, setting off from a beach in France as one of them snaps selfies.

The boat was seen setting out from Gravelines, France, today, June 30.

Images show the migrants decked out in bright orange lifejackets and holding floatation devices.

One of the men on the dinghy, sitting near the front, can be seen snapping a selfie in celebration.

He holds both hands in the air in joy as he and his mates set out across the Channel.

Others on the boat can also be seen pumping their arms in the air as the dinghy sets off for Britain’s shores.

Some further back in the boat look to be waving for the celebratory snaps.

PM Sir Keir Starmer has come under increasing pressure to turn the tide on a record year of small boats after promising to “smash the gangs” in the election.

It comes after Labour was slammed for signing up to a “migrant merry-go-round” with France.

Ministers are expected to reach a “one in, one-out” returns deal with the French in a bid to deter small boats.

The deal was branded a “gimmick” by Tory Shadow Home Secretary Chris Phillip.

Starmer has previously admitted that the small boats crisis was “deteriorating.”

Record numbers of migrants have crossed the channel under Labour’s government.

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Migrants wave to friends as they push off from France in a small boat[/caption]
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Dozens cling onto a single dinghy[/caption]
Migrants in a dinghy awaiting a Channel crossing.
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They can be seen wearing life jackets and clutching inflatable rings[/caption]

Many are now finding easy work and free accommodation once reaching the UK, incentivising others to follow.

A Sun investigation revealed how Channel migrants were picking up jobs as food delivery couriers earning up to £250 a week after arriving in the UK.

The investigation showed how migrants across the country could work illegally from asylum hotels as fast-food delivery drivers within hours of arriving in Britain.

Bosses of Deliveroo, Uber Eats and Just Eat were hauled in by the Home Office to discuss the issue.

A Sun reporter successfully completed a number of deliveries just last week after Pretending to be an asylum seeker from Afghanistan.

He purchased the login to the delivery app’s service from a seller called Danyel.

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CHANNEL migrants are working as fast-food ­del­i­very riders within hours of arriving in the UK while being housed and fed at taxpayer expense.

They rake in nearly £1,000 a week operating from asylum accommodation, used as hubs for black-market work on apps like Deliveroo and Just Eat.

Migrants in hotels are banned from working in any circumstances if they have been in Britain for less than 12 months.

Even those here longer are not allowed to legally work as delivery drivers.

But at hotels around the country, including in London, Bournemouth and Man­chester — each one housing hundreds of asylum seekers — we snapped migrants in branded jackets for Deliveroo, JustEat and Uber Eats. Some rode £1,000 e-bikes while others used public-hire bicycles.

Last night Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick said: “This crucial Sun investigation reveals yet another appalling abuse of our immigration system.

“These delivery companies know exactly what they’re doing. It’s a disgrace and they need to be made to feel consequences.”

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‘I didn’t know that’ say drivers over little-known symbol on Irish motorways

Irish motorway signs indicating directions to Stillorgan and Wexford.

THERE are little-known symbols on Irish motorways that help motorists avoid delays during incidents – and some drivers “didn’t know” about them.

Dublin Fire Brigade has taken to Instagram to share the purpose of these signs.

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Irish motorways feature little-known signs to divert drivers during incidents
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Irish motorway signage indicating directions to Stillorgan and Wexford.
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Dublin Fire Brigade shared their purpose on Instagram[/caption]

Over the weekend, Dublin Fire Brigade responded to a serious road traffic collision on the M1 northbound which caused a tailback of 14 kilometres.

Traffic can become heavily congested during incidents like these and cause major delays for motorists.

And to help manage these situations, a system of coloured, shaped symbols is used on motorways to indicate alternative routes that are unknown to many people.

The most common symbols include orange and black circles, diamonds and green triangles that each represent a different diversion route.

These symbols appear on overhead signs when there is an incident that affects the normal flow of traffic.

Dublin Fire Brigade said: “Earlier this evening we responded to a road traffic collision on the M1 northbound.

“A tailback of approximately 14km of traffic was reported.

“Did you know these symbols offer an alternative route off motorways!”

Drivers are advised to follow these symbols to safely exit the motorway and take a pre-planned diversion.

Along the diversion route, the same coloured symbols are displayed on fixed signs to guide motorists through the alternative path.

These diversion routes are carefully planned and managed by Transport Infrastructure Ireland as part of the national traffic management system.

Taking to the comments section, some drivers revealed that they were unaware of these symbols and their purpose.

One person wrote: “Nope, I didn’t know that.”

Another said: “I didn’t know that either!”

This comes after the NCT services revealed a problem that is one of the common causes of NCT test failure – and it can damage your car.

NCT test failure

They said: “Do not let your oil levels slide, or you may be in for a surprise!

“NCT Inspectors may refuse to test the vehicle because low oil levels can cause issues with exhaust emissions tests or damage your engine.”

The low engine oil levels cause friction to increase significantly within the engine, resulting in decreased fuel efficiency as more power is being used to keep the engine running.

The oil helps to keep everything operating smoothly, but the engine will lose oil over time, and the engine will seize up if it runs out completely.

The NCT is now encouraging drivers to take these steps in advance of their test and regular checks, such as:

To check your engine oil, turn off your engine and let it cool for approximately five to ten minutes.

Locate the dipstick, pull it out, wipe it clean with a piece of tissue, and insert it back into the tube.

Then pull the dipstick back out and check where the oil is; you will usually have a minimum and maximum measure.

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Katie Price looks slimmer than ever as she strips off to a bikini in Dubai after hitting back at fans’ weight loss worry

KATIE Price showed off her toned figure after fans fretted over her slimmer frame.

The former glamour model is enjoying a sunny holiday in Dubai and stripped down to a bikini and shorts for a sea side sail on a luxury boat.

Katie Price in a bikini on a boat in Dubai.
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Katie Price showed off her slimmed down frame in Dubai[/caption]
Katie Price at a boutique iPod launch event.
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Fans have been concerned about her weight loss[/caption]

Katie, 47, who first sparked worry over her shrinking appearance at the start of the year, recently hit out at critics on Snapchat as she zoomed in on a set of scales.

But she put the criticism behind her for her Middle Eastern holiday and shared snaps of herself on the boat.

She wore a floral bikini top, matched with white linen shorts as she smiled and gave a peace sign over her head.

“I took over a boat in Dubai and became Captain Pricey, and they never had a captain like me before,” she captioned the photo which she shared to her Snapchat and Instagram accounts.

Katie has been showing off her body while on holiday in Dubai, including in a bright orange bikini.

But fans have been hounding her about her weight loss and in attempt to put their minds at ease, Katie showed them exactly how much she weighed.

The TV personality, believed to be around 5ft 4in tall, showed her weight as 7st 12lb.

In an attempt to put fears to rest Katie, said in the video: “Everyone is so obsessed with my weight. This is what I weigh. That. That is what I weigh.”

The podcaster previously tried to shut down fears over her weight loss, saying she decided to slim down after a long-standing foot injury and attempts at IVF made her put on weight.

Speaking on her Snapchat in May, Katie said: “Yes I’ve lost weight.

“Yes that what I’ve wanted to do, I’ve wanted to lose weight.

“Because the past three, four years ago when I broke my feet and I was in a wheelchair for 10 months because they said I’d never walk again, and obviously you put weight on being in a wheelchair.

“And then I did all the IVF stuff, that also puts on weight.

“So yeah I did put on weight and I hated it, I felt uncomfortable and it wasn’t me.”

She then explained how, after finishing her failed IVF treatment, she became more active with healthy eating.

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“Everyone is talking about it – it’s driving me mad,” she said. “I’m healthy and I do eat.

“If you look at old old pictures of me in the Jordan days, I was always skinny.

“But today where I have lost weight, I feel, my butt looks like a deflated balloon.”

Katie Price speaking at the Cambridge Union.
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But Katie promises her weight loss is due to living a healthier lifestyle[/caption]

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