GettyDua Lipa made her debut at Wembley Stadium on June 21[/caption]
InstagramShe shared her pre-show workout[/caption]
InstagramWhich included many advanced yoga poses[/caption]
The singer shared her pre-show preparation on her Instagram stories which included doing advanced yoga poses, including a headstand and backward bends.
She showed off her incredible figure in a dark sports top and matching leggings.
Dua realised a life-long dream when she played two massive shows at the iconic stadium and invited some special guests to the stage.
During the second show on Saturday, Dua brought out another pop iconic, Charli XCX, and they sung the latter’s big hit, 360.
Dua is doing is taking her Radical Optimism tour around the world and gushed about performing at Wembley.
The singer said: “Wembley, thank you. It is something I’ve dreamt of my whole life, and all day I have been feeling so much love and gratitude to be here with you guys.
“It is just surreal. It feels like such a journey, but also like everything has happened so quickly. I want to thank you for believing in me and trusting me, dancing with me, singing with me — and allowing me to wake up every single morning to do what I love to do. Looking out and seeing all you guys means the absolute world to me.”
Dazzling in a white Valentino sheer lace catsuit, she added: “It has been ten years since our first London show and I just dreamt of a night like this.”
Dua paraded in five different outfits during her set — also including a petrol-blue Balenciaga slip dress draped in a faux-fur coat lined with the Union Jack flag and a silver custom Swarovski bodysuit with matching Christian Louboutin boots.
Dua’s mum Anesa and sister Rina, as well as actor fiance Callum Turner and model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley were all in the audience.
She even had support from the Spice Girls who sent her flowers.
And Dua shared a letter from the girls on Instagram.
The post read: “Dear Dua, we just wanted to wish you lots of luck with your sold-out shows at Wembley Stadium . . . that’s Girl Power! We love you! The Spice Girls. XXXX.”
GettyDua Lipa is travelling the world with her Radical Optimism tour[/caption]
3 weeks agoBlogsComments Off on Noughties reality star looks unrecognisable 22 years after talent show fame – can you guess who he is?
A FAME Academy singer has been working hard since the show and is still gigging around England.
The BBC star rose to fame on the second series of the talent show in 2003, which saw Alex Park crowned winner.
Instagram / @alistair.griffinAlistair Griffin was a reality TV star from the noughties[/caption]
RexThe Fame Academy star is still going strong and released an album in 2015[/caption]
BBCCat Deeley and Patrick Kielty hosted Fame Academy – the pair are now married[/caption]
Runner up to Alex, Alistair Griffin released the song Bring It On following Fame Academy.
He has continued with his songwriting, penning the song I Wish for You the World, for the Games Maker Choir, during the 2012 Summer Olympics.
Still at it, he released his third album From Nowhere in 2014.
Alistair is currently hosting a run of concerts by candlelight, titled The Greatest Shows in York Minster,
The songrwriter recently shared a video explaining his path into music and is success after the show.
He said: “I come from a little village in Yorkshire called Castleton.
“Where there’s more sheep than people and there’s definitely not many pop stars.
“I’ve always loved music and writing songs.
“So I left Yorkshire and I went to London to pursue my dream.
“And it wasn’t long before I ended up on one of the first TV talent shows.”
He continued: “Fame Academy was a cross between X Factor and Big Brother.
“We all lived in a big house together, we all sang for survival. We all voted each other out at the end, it was brutal.
“Since then I have continued making music. Duetted with one of Girls Aloud, Kimberley Walsh, my song Just Drive was used as the theme tune to Formula 1.
“Played for some big crowds along the way.
“Met some great people along the way and I’m always up for an adventure.
“Hope you like my TikTok, stay tuned and follow me for for my latest adventure.”
He recently discovered his old Fame Academy DDVDBBCAlistair was a student when he signed up to Fame Academy[/caption]
3 weeks agoBlogsComments Off on The super-lightweight Sainsbury’s dress that’s great for chucking over a bikini or keeping cool
AS much as we love the glorious sunshine, finding the right clothes that won’t make you drown in sweat can be quite the challenge.
But luckily, Sainsbury’s has come to rescue yet again – this time, with a gorgeous frock that’s not just affordable but will also keep you cool.
TuCrafted from a lightweight, modal blend, the show-stopper of a frock will keep you comfortable throughout the season[/caption]
TuThe gorgeous summer wardrobe must-have runs in a huge range of sizes too – from UK 6 to UK 24[/caption]
The mega supermarket has seriously upped its fashion game in the recent years and their latest Strappy Tiered Midaxi Summer Dress is no exception.
The perfect choice for sun-soaked holidays and warm weekends, our blue midaxi summer dress has been designed with tie-straps at the shoulders and a flattering, tiered hem.
Crafted from a lightweight, modal blend, the show-stopper of a frock will keep you comfortable throughout the season.
Whether you’re off to the beach, have booked a sunny holiday abroad or are simply going out for a date, this dress can be easily styled up or down.
For a more casual ensemble, you can finish your look with a pair of mule sandals and a tote bag.
Heading out for some refreshing Aperol Spritz with your friends or significant other? Team the frock with strappy sandals, a slick-back bun, some jewellery and you’re bound to make heads turn.
The gorgeous summer wardrobe must-have runs in a huge range of sizes too – from UK 6 to UK 24.
Whatever your size, it may be worth going up one – as one customer, who’s between 10 and 12, said their brand new size 12 was ”tight” on them.
And did we mention the wallet-friendly price tag?
Thrifty fashionistas can snap up this fabulous dress for just £22.50 – and you’ll be rewarded with a whopping 22 Nectar Card points too.
What’s more, the frock also boasts a timeless design – and it’s sure to remain a firm staple for the summers to come.
So if you’re looking to get your hands on it, you may need to run to your nearest store before it gets sold out.
Shoppers have also been loving the butter yellow Cutwork Midaxi Strappy Dress they say “fits like a dream” thanks to its elasticated back, and suits all body shapes.
Hottest fashion trends of 2025
Fabulous’ Fashion Editor Clemmie Fieldsend shares the biggest trends from the high street.
The East/West Bag
Baguette bags have had a good run, after returning from the 1990s’ shoulders of Sarah Jessica Parker to modern-day fashion icons, like Hailey Bieber.
In 2025, the East/West bag is a similar but elongated shape and has long, thin straps that are easy to throw over your shoulder.
They’ve been on runway models’ arms at nearly ever designer show – think Burberry, Givenchy and Bottega Veneta – and are hitting the high street now, too.
Powder pink
Bright fuchsia pink had its day after the release of Barbie in 2023 and now the more polished and expensive-looking pale shade is taking over for 2025.
Pantone may say that it’s the year of Mocha Mousse, but the catwalks say otherwise! From Prada to Erdem, the subtle look was all over the spring/summer catwalks, worn head-to-toe or on its own.
If the sugary shade is too girly for you, then look to sharp suiting for a androgynous take on the colour.
The shell jacket
The ’80s classic is back, but with a sleek and minimal new twist for 2025.
We all know we’re likely to see rain for most of spring, so your practical coat of choice should be a cagoule jacket.
Depop revealed one of its big trend predictions for this year is retro sportswear, with surges already seen in ‘80s windbreakers’.
Seen everywhere from the stylish streets of Copenhagen to the Miu Miu catwalk, now mums who have an emergency raincoat crumpled underneath their pushchair are very much in fashion!
The turn-up jeans
While the shape of jeans remains the same for this year and barrel-legs will still be everywhere, the way we’re styling them is different.
This season, transform your wide-leg, baggy denims into turn-ups.
For this look, size doesn’t matter, so while deep turn-ups are a hit from jean trend-leaders Citizens of Humanity, a slight fold is still just as good – but only as it’s just one single fold.
Peep-toe shoe
Get your pedicures booked in sharpish, as this season your toes are the main event.
After a long hiatus, the peep-toe has been welcomed back into the fashion fold, with brands like Hermes, Miu Miu and Tory Burch showing plain and embellished footwear in this style.
From mules to pumps and clogs (yes, clogs will be around too!), there are lots of different styles that are set to sweep the high street.
Sheer blouses
See-through looks have always lived on the catwalk, but have rarely filtered into everyday life – until now.
Designers Ralph Lauren and Tom Ford loved sheer looks on their S/S ’25 catwalks and M&S even had sellout success with its black sheer pencil skirt last season.
Expect to see more sheer looks lining supermarket aisles and high street shops in the form of skirts, tops and frocks.
It’s also in the colour of the season, which instantly ticks the box for on-trend fashion.
The stunning summer wardrobe staple is currently priced at £32 and comes in sizes six to 24.
Describing it online, the Sainsbury’s team say: “An elegant choice for summer outings and sun-soaked holidays, this yellow midaxi dress comes in a strappy style.
“Designed with cutwork embroidery, a v-neckline, adjustable straps, finished with shirred detailing at the back. Finish your look with mesh ballerina pumps.”
Unsurprisingly, it has already scored countless five-star reviews, with one fan writing: “Love colour, style and fit of this dress. Comfortable and lovely material.”
A second wrote: “This is stunning dress which because of the double layer renders it non see through, excellent fit true to size and great length. As you can tell I love this dress.”
3 weeks agoBlogsComments Off on I turned my hair from thin to thick in seconds with a £3.40 hack hairdressers swear by, it adds volume & shine too
MANY people wish their hair was thicker and more luscious.
Thankfully you may only need a £3.40 product, according to a hairdresser.
tiktok/@justliia4Julia joked that she had just ‘five hairs’ and wanted thicker locks[/caption]
tiktok/@justliia4She showed how one simple L’Oreal product made her hair luscious after drying[/caption]
One beauty lover joked that she was fed up with having “five hairs” but managed to transform her locks using the hair hack.
Julia, who posts under @justliia4, wrote: “How I turned my 5 hairs into 100,000.
“I got the trick from my hairdresser.”
The only thing you need to get, according to Julia is L’Oreal’s Elvive Styliste Mousse, which is said to “boosts your hair volume by lifting from the root.”
You can currently pick up a bottle from Tesco for a 150ml size.
Julia shared how she starts with damp, clean hair and then shakes the bottle well.
She then squeezes some of the mousse into her hands and then applies it to her locks.
The social media user advised: “Distribute it upwards into your hair (more at the roots).
You then need to blow dry your hair as normal – and she advised doing it upside down for extra volume.
In the clip, which has racked up over 300 likes, she showed how she uses a rounded brush to create extra volume and shape at the front.
When she was finished, her hair looked bouncy, shiny and much thicker than the start.
Many people were impressed with the results, with one saying: “It looks great.”
According to the product description, thin hair needs to be “texturized from root to tip and requires long lasting hold.”
The results are said to last up to 48 hours with its “strong fixing power.”
ElviveJulia sweared by using L’Oreal’s Elvive Styliste Mousse[/caption]
This type of hair loss can start from teen years and although will be difficult to treat, it can be slowed down if treated immediately.
Hormonal imbalances may also cause you to lose hair.
Pregnancy and the menopause are two key times when hormonal imbalances can occur, leading to changes in hair thickness.
However, chronic stress and certain medications can also contribute to these imbalances.
Another hair saboteur is excessive friction. Jacks says those who are wearing a tight ponytail repeatedly may find themselves experiencing hair loss.
Finally, using the wrong products or having too many chemical treatments can lead to hair loss.
HAIR GROWTH TIPS
So, how can we encourage our hair to grow?
Jack says that when shopping for new products to help with hair thickness, there are few ingredients to look out for.
“I’d advise looking out for ingredients such as biotin, collagen, amino acids and products containing vitamin B3. These all help strengthen the hair follicles and promote growth.
“That said, if you feel out of your depth, you can also seek advice with your hair stylist.”
Be wary of too many chemicals in your styling products as they can exacerbate hair loss – and you should also not wash it too often.
“To ensure your hair stays healthy it is important not to over wash it,” advises Jack.
“Instead try and limit washing your hair to two or three times a week.
“Use a gentle shampoo and conditioner to make sure you do not remove any moisture.”
Rush hair expert reveals how to repair damaged hair
TINA Farey, Editorial director at Rush Hair, shares her advice…
HOW TO RESTORE DAMAGED HAIR
Whilst you can’t fully reserve the effects of damaged hair, you can stop the problem from growing.
Depending on the condition of your hair, I’d recommend getting a trim every six to eight weeks – this will prevent any split ends from travelling further up the hair shaft, which weakens the hair’s overall structure and leads to more breakage.
Even just an inch of the ends will completely transform the appearance of your hair – trust me.
When it comes to products to help restore damaged hair, Goldwell’s Rich Repair Treatment Mask is a firm favourite – strengthening damaged locks to be healthy and shiny once again.
HOW TO PREVENT DAMAGE
My number one tip is to always use a heat protectant – even if you’re only blow-drying your hair.
Consistent heat styling without one will leave your hair open to heat damage.
I’d also recommend refraining from over-washing your hair as this can strip the hair of its natural oils – nobody wants a dry and irritated scalp!
And finally, swap your sleek, slick back for a hair down day!
They may be in fashion at the moment, but over time all that tension on your strands from being pulled will wreak havoc on your hair follicles – this could lead to thinning and bald spots in areas where the hair is constantly pulled.
3 weeks agoBlogsComments Off on One of the world’s most beautiful train stations that looks like ‘Gotham City’ is home to weirdly-beautiful Burger King
ONE of the world’s most beautiful stations has been described as looking like something from a comic book.
Helsinki Central Train Station in Finland has been named one of the most stunning train stations by both Lonely Planet and BBC.
AlamyHelsinki Central Train Station has been named one of the world’s most beautiful[/caption]
AlamySome have said it looks like Batman’s Gotham City[/caption]
It dates back as far as the 1860s which is when the railway tracks were first laid, although the main building opened in 1919.
The Art Nouveau station also has a huge glass roof inside that was added in 2001.
The main features outside are the two statues, called the Lyhdynkantajat (Lantern Bearers) on either side of the entrance, as well as the huge clock tower.
One tourist wrote online: “The central station wouldn’t look out of place in Gotham City with the characters built into either side of the main entrance.”
Another agreed: “One of the most Impressive buildings in Helsinki. To me looks Like from Gotham city in the Batman movies.”
Around 240,000 people use the station per day, as it is used as a transport hub for both commuters and long-haul travellers.
Yet only half of those people are actually using the station for transport purposes, with the other half visiting it as a tourist attraction.
It is so popular, it is is actually the most visited building in all of Finland.
Along with 19 platforms, there are 15 cafes and restaurants including everything from juice bars and sandwich delis to fancier wine bars and beer stops.
And the station is currently undergoing a huge renovation with improvements to the platform waiting area.
AlamyThe two statues outside are a famous feature[/caption]
As well as the addition of more seating, digital displays and automatic doors, a new brewery, restaurant and food court are also being added.
Passengers are warned of temporary restrictions because of this until spring 2026.
The Burger King in Helsinki’s Central Station is even praised for being on of the most beautiful in the world.
Tourists enter through a glass archway and are met by a huge chandelier hanging outside.
AlamyInside are more than 15cafes, bars and restaurants[/caption]
One Youtuber said: “Absolutely the fanciest Burger King in the world, it’s got to be.”
Visit in the winter months as you will also post a huge outdoor ice skating rink outside the station as well.
XMarc Pubill flew in on Tino Livramento[/caption]
GettyThe incident sparked a huge melee[/caption]
Charlie Cresswell was in the thick of the action
England took an early two-goal lead via goals by James McAtee and Harvey Elliott, although Javi Guerra’s 39th minute penalty got La Roja back into it.
Carsley’s men sealed a place in the semis when Elliot Anderson converted a stoppage time spot kick to make it 3-1.
In the final moments of the game, Spanish full-back Marc Pubill wildly lunged towards England star Livramento.
Pubill flew in with his studs up, but luckily did not make contact with Livramento.
The Newcastle ace was understandably unhappy with the challenge, subsequently bumping chests with his opponent.
Upon the final whistle moments later, tempers flared among players from both teams.
Plenty of pushing and shoving ensued, with England centre-half Charlie Cresswell even having hands placed around his neck at one point.
England coaching staff were desperate for none of their players to pick up a silly red card, which would have ruled them out of the semi-finals.
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Assistant boss Ashley Cole even stepped in to help break up the melee.
Unused Spanish sub Rafa Marin was sent off amid the carnage, while McAtee was booked for England.
Reflecting on the flashpoint after the game, Carsley said: “I think there are better ways to build camaraderie! But I think we had something similar in the final [two years ago].
“Emotions run very high and in those kinds of scenarios you don’t want anyone to get sent off, anyone to throw a punch or get themselves in trouble.
“You try and be as respectful to both sides but you can see how much it means to the players. To represent your country in a quarter-final, it means a lot.
“We probably have to give them a bit of leeway. Thankfully it didn’t go over the top but it’s still not nice to see.
“We are always trying to fly the flag and encourage younger players especially to take up football and enjoy the game… but the passion was just a bit much.”
‘WE HAVE TO GIVE THEM A BIT BACK’
Young Lions skipper McAtee added: “I never saw the challenge. I saw the boys start going into it, so always going in to help. It’s part of football, and you just have to stick together as a team.
“It’s a big game, we know that. It’s two big teams in the tournament, so them kicking off, we can’t sit back and just let them do it, we have to give them a bit back, so I am happy with the boys.”
Fans watching at home were furious with Pubill’s challenge, with one writing on X: “No wonder things kicked off at the end – that’s a leg-breaker on Livramento. Shocking.”
While a second fumed: “Disgusting from that player.”
Another called it “cowardly behaviour”.
England will be back on action on Wednesday as they take on the Netherlands in the semi-finals.
Should they manage to get past the Dutch, either Denmark, France, Germany or Italy will await in the final.
GettyJames McAtee and Lee Carsley reflected on the bust up[/caption]
3 weeks agoBlogsComments Off on Keir Starmer to hold emergency Cobra meeting TODAY after US obliterates Iran’s nuclear bases
SIR Keir Starmer has called for an urgent Cobra meeting this afternoon after the US strikes on Iran.
It comes after the Iranian foreign minister today announced he is to meet with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin within hours.
He warned the West of “unprecedented danger” after the US blitzed three of its nuclear sites.
Donald Trump has threatened since even more strikes on the country, and dubbed the operation a “spectacular military success”.
A Cobra meeting involves a cross-departmental committee that comes together to respond to national emergencies.
Its aim is to make fast, effective decisions in a crisis and coordinate the response of the central government.
The committee brings together senior government ministers and civil servants, security and intelligence officials, military chiefs and leaders of the emergency services and councils, depending on the nature of the crisis.
The Prime Minister usually chairs the meetings, which are held in the Cabinet Office Briefing Rooms and are most commonly take place in Briefing Room A – leading to them being referred to as Cobra.
Cobra meetings are called at times of national crisis, owing to events either at home or abroad.
EPASir Keir Starmer will chair a Cobra meeting this afternoon[/caption]
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3 weeks agoBlogsComments Off on Brit woman missing at sea for four days off hols hotspot island is found ALIVE after being rescued by a passing ferry
THE British woman who went missing after hiring a boat on the paradise island of Formentera on Tuesday has been rescued alive.
A major search operation swung into place on Wednesday evening after the 39-year-old failed to return the 15-foot motor boat to the rental firm at Formentera’s La Savina port as scheduled.
The British woman who went missing after hiring a boat on the paradise island of Formentera on Tuesday has been rescued alive
Today it emerged she had been rescued adrift by a ferry covering the Ibiza to Valencia route.
She is understood to have been transferred to hospital in Valencia to receive medical attention.
Her condition this morning was not immediately clear.
The rescue is said to have occurred around 5pm yesterday.
There has not yet been any official statement from the Civil Guard although they confirmed today the woman had been found alive.
The vessel she had lost her way in, a cream-coloured Quicksilver 475 Axess with a Mercury outboard motor, has been towed to Ibiza by coastguards.
Police divers had been incorporated into the search for her on Thursday after Civil Guard and Spanish coastguards helicopters and boats were mobilised.
Speaking this morning a Civil Guard spokesman said: “The British woman who vanished after hiring a boat in Formentera on Tuesday morning has been found alive.”
Cops deployed drones, dogs and helicopters to help with the search.
One local said they noticed a strong police presence build up around the river near Benejuzar.
Janet, who originally comes from Redhill, Surrey, left her home in Jacarilla on the Spanish Costa Blanca at around 7pm while wearing a colourful printed dress.
The Spanish Civil Guard have since released a CCTV image of her being served in a shop just before she vanished.
Janet’s husband said she did not have her mobile phone or any cash with her.
3 weeks agoBlogsComments Off on Top 20 Cannabis Shops: Where to Buy Weed in Chumphon Vol 1, 2024
Rank Name 1 Plaza cannabis station 2 กรีน พาวเวอร์ GREEN POWER CANNABIS & KRATOM CHUMPHON 3 AMBIENT CANNABIS SHOP @ FAMETOUR 4 plaza cannabis station 2 5 cannabis shops 6 Pannapa farm By Mr. Joe 7 Hann 8 Panich Coffee and Cannabis 9 กรีนพาวเวอร์ หลังสวน GREEN POWER LANGSUAN CANNABIS CHUMPHON 10 BOSS LAND CANNABIS SHOP. ร้านกัญชาใกล้ฉัน 11 Panich Weedstock sapli 12 Weekendweed 13 Indy cannabisอินดี้กัญชา 14 Maysapafin Cannabis 420 shop 15 Pannapar farm พรรณนภาฟาร์ม (ขายกัญชา) 16 Max Power Cannabis Shop ร้านกัญชา งานค่าย 17 CannabisShop ชุมพรแคนนาบีส(ร้านกัญชาถูกกฏหมาย) Chumphon Cannabis 18 ร้านขายกัญชา JW.hybrid chumphon 19 Two Dragons Cannabis 20 Smoke Weed หาดทุ่งวัวแล่น 1. Plaza cannabis station Rating: 5.0/5.0 ( 72 reviews ) Welcome to the enchanting world of Plaza Cannabis Station, nestled in the heart of Chumphon! This isn’t just any ordinary hangout; it’s a vibrant sanctuary where you can unwind, relax, and embrace the good vibes. Imagine a place where the aroma…
3 weeks agoBlogsComments Off on Rainy Monday expected due to ‘habagat’ – Pagasa
MANILA, Philippines — A rainy Monday is expected in parts of the country due to the southwest monsoon or “habagat,” according to the Philippine, Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). The Pagasa said that the habagat will bring rains in Metro Manila, western portion of Central Luzon and Southern Luzon, and Visayas and Mindanao.
