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DESIRAE KRAWCZYK and her doubles partner Olivia Gadecki have fired themselves into the semi-finals at the All England Club.
The American tennis star’s performance at Wimbledon 2025 has caught the public’s attention and people want to know about her boyfriend Andrew Harris – so here is what we know about him.
Krawczyk and Gadecki knocked out the duo of Caroline Dolehide and Sofia Kenin in the quarter-finals 6-2, 6-3.
In fact the pair are yet to lose a set throughout their whole time in SW19 this year.
Their next opponents are eighth seed Elise Mertens and Veronika Kudermetova from Belgium on July 11, 2025.
Andrew Harris is a professional tennis player from Box Hill, Australia.
He is 31-years-old and was born on March 7, 1994.
Although Andrew grew up in Australia, he moved to the US to complete his graduation in business marketing from the University of Oklahoma.
The 31-year-old won two Junior Grand Slam doubles finals teaming up with Nick Kyrgios.
The pair won both Wimbledon and the French Open in 2012 and went onto qualify for ATP Challenger tournaments in both singles and doubles.
His career high ATP rank is 159 while according to the ATP website he has earned $438,215 in prize money as of July 10, 2025.
The Australian has also entered the Australian Open as a wildcard in 2020 where he lost in the first round to Matteo Berrettini.
His Instagram has 2,895 followers as of July 10, 2025.
Andrew Harris is the son of Graeme Harris and Anne Minter with both of his parents being former professional tennis players.
His mother, Anne, achieved a career-high ranking of World No. 23 by the WTA.
Meanwhile, his father, Graeme Harris, played collegiate tennis for Middle Tennessee State University. He later started training his wife until she retired in 1992.
While there is no official date as to when the pair started dating, Harris first posted a photo on his social media with Desirae in 2019.
The couple regularly post each other on their social media and are often seen cheering each other on in the stands during matches.
Krawcyzk and Harris do not have any children together as of July 10, 2025.
THE worst motorway in England has officially been revealed – and it’s no surprise to fed-up drivers who face endless roadworks, miles of cones and frustrating 50mph limits.
The nightmare route has become a hotspot for delays, crashes and congestion, with motorists branding it a “never-ending building site” as major works drag on with no end in sight.
The M1 has officially earned the title of Britain’s least-favourite motorway, with just 575 drivers saying they were satisfied with their journey – a damning verdict from the thousands who use it daily.
Originally built in the 1960s, it has undergone significant upgrades to accommodate increased traffic volume.
It’s known for being one of the busiest motorways, with parts now designated as “smart motorways” to manage congestion.
Stretching a whopping 193 miles and used by a staggering 140,000 drivers a day, it’s not hard to see why it’s the most hated.
New figures from National Highways reveal that vehicles are nearly three times more likely to break down on smart motorways than on traditional ones.
Despite making up just 20% of the motorway network, smart motorways accounted for a whopping 56% of all breakdowns logged last year – a total of 141,149 incidents, or around 387 every single day.
The shocking stats have been slammed as “a major concern” by the President of the AA, Edmund King OBE.
The tech meant to keep England’s smart motorways running smoothly has failed hundreds of times, a BBC Panorama investigation has revealed.
The shocking discovery comes after the government scrapped plans for new smart motorway stretches last year, amid mounting cost and safety fears.
These high-tech roads were designed to ease congestion, with some sections even ditching the hard shoulder to create an extra live lane.
Cameras, sensors and overhead signs are used to manage traffic flow, but frequent failures have sparked major concerns for driver safety.
As of April 2024, there were 396 miles of smart motorways across England – and growing calls for the existing network to be reviewed.
Sections between junctions 32 and 35a on the M1 are managed as smart motorways using technology like cameras and variable speed limits.
Extensive roadworks have been carried out to install emergency areas on smart motorway sections.
But, frustrated motorists have been battling through endless roadworks and mile after mile of 50mph average speed limits.
In June 2023, National Highways announced plans to install 12 extra emergency refuge areas along stretches of the M1 following mounting safety concerns.
The fix has brought with it a sea of cones, signs and slower journeys, leaving drivers fuming.
The M1 stretches from London to Leeds with 48 junctions along the way – but behind the stats lies a dark past of disaster and chaos.
The removal of the hard shoulder on some smart motorways has concerned critics as a broken down vehicle can be left stranded and emergency services may struggle to get through.
National Highways’ latest figures suggest that if you break down on a smart motorway without a hard shoulder you are three times more likely to be killed or seriously injured than on one with a hard shoulder.
At least 79 people have been killed on smart motorways since they were introduced in 2010.
Over the decades, the M1 has been the site of several significant incidents, including a major pile-up in fog, an aircraft crash, and closures for Diana, Princess of Wales’ funeral procession, according to M1 Traffic.
In 2017, it was the site of one of the worst motorway tragedies in recent history, when two lorries ploughed into a minibus near Newport Pagnell, killing six men and two women.
The crash marked the deadliest motorway incident since the 1993 M40 school minibus disaster.
Now over 65 years old, the M1 remains a breakdown blackspot, recording a staggering amount of breakdowns, way more than any other motorway in England.
Driver satisfaction is on the slide, with only 69% of motorists saying they’re happy with their journey – a 2% drop compared to last year, as frustration mounts over the never-ending roadworks clogging up the country’s motorways.
According to Transport Focus’ Strategic Roads User Survey, while drivers “recognise” the need for more emergency refuge areas, many say they’ve been left fed up with the constant cones, delays and reduced speed limits.
The M1 in particular has come under fire, with users saying it’s become more roadwork than road – and patience is wearing thin.
One survey respondent said: “Miles of coned off road with little or no sign of actual work being done.”
Another added: “Roadworks and average speed checks. M1 is a very difficult road to plan time wise.”
The government says it’s pumping £900 million into improving smart motorway technology in a bid to make the existing network safer for drivers, but there are no plans to bring back the hard shoulder.
Experts are warning Brits to act now before hitting the road and say a few simple checks could save your motor - and your wallet - from a summer meltdown.
Drivers are being urged to check oil and coolant levels, as well as tyre pressure and tread, before setting off.
And if you spot a problem, don’t risk it – get it looked at by a mechanic or trusted garage before heading out, or you could end up broken down on the hard shoulder in blistering heat.
Always carry plenty of drinking water, and don’t forget sun cream, a sun hat, and even an umbrella to provide shade while you wait for help.
Experts say if you do break down, it’s vital to get out safely and seek shade where possible – as sitting in a sweltering vehicle can be just as dangerous as being stuck outside.
RAC breakdown spokesperson Alice Simpson said: “We’re seeing a surge in breakdowns as this latest period of hot weather takes hold, with up to 20% more vehicles failing than expected at this point in July.
“Drivers should do whatever they can to avoid their vehicles letting them down in these conditions – oil and coolant levels, as well as tyres, must be checked before journeys are made.
“If anything isn’t right, get the problem diagnosed by a mobile mechanic or reputable garage, rather than running the risk of driving.
“Staying safe in the heat, especially if a breakdown is unavoidable, should be in the mind of every driver.
“Carrying plenty of water for all passengers is a must, as is keeping sunscreen and a sun hat or even umbrella to hand to reduce the ferocity of the sun.
“When waiting for assistance, look for a safe location in the shade and well away from moving traffic.”
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SWARMS of jellyfish “the size of dustbin lids” have been spotted washing up along UK beaches – and experts say even more could arrive as temperatures soar to 33C.
Beaches across North Wales are currently being hit by swarms of giant barrel jellyfish, some growing to nearly a metre across.
Visitors and locals are being urged to take extra care as marine heatwaves draw not only bigger but also more dangerous jellyfish closer to the UK’s shores.
Social media has been flooded with photos showing huge jellyfish along Gwynedd’s west coast, with recent sightings in Conwy and Rhyl, Denbighshire.
On July 7, Lisa Whittaker from Manchester discovered several washed up at Rhos-on-Sea beach.
Valiantly trying to return one to the water, she soon realised it was likely already dead.
“Never in my life have I seen one like it – and probably never again,” she said.
The recent marine heatwave is being blamed for the surge in sightings.
Sea temperatures in parts of the Celtic Sea, English Channel and southern North Sea are currently 1.5C to 3C higher than normal – more like August than early July, according to the Met Office.
Marine experts fear this warming is not just a one-off.
Frankie Hobro, director of Anglesey Sea Zoo, warned: “We’re now turning on our water chillers in May.
“Ten years ago it was in July. Not only are we starting them earlier, we’re having to keep them going for longer.”
She believes the jellyfish aren’t getting bigger, but more of them are coming closer to shore.
“They are always big specimens out in deep waters,” she said.
“But as the sea warms they’re venturing closer to coastlines, and so we’re seeing more of these bigger jellyfish washing up.”
With beaches busier than ever during summer heatwaves, more sightings are being reported.
“With more people going to the coast, and swimming in our waters, it’s inevitable that more specimens will be seen,” she added.
While barrel jellyfish are mostly harmless – delivering a mild sting at worst – others are far more dangerous.
Frankie is particularly concerned about rising numbers of Portuguese man o’ war jellyfish.
THE Portuguese Man O'War, often mistaken for a jellyfish, is actually a siphonophore – a colony of specialised organisms working together.
Known for its deadly sting, this marine menace has tentacles that can stretch up to 30 feet and deliver excruciating pain and permanent scarring.
In rare cases it can even cause death, particularly in individuals with allergies.
Its vivid blue, purple, and pink hues serve as a natural warning to keep away.
Although typically found drifting through the open waters of the Atlantic Ocean, sightings in the Mediterranean – especially around Mallorca and Menorca – have led to temporary beach closures in recent years.
The Man O’War is a carnivorous predator, using its venom to paralyse small fish, shrimp, and plankton before dragging them into its digestive polyps.
Despite its fearsome defences, it does have a few natural predators, including loggerhead turtles, blue sea slugs, and the remarkable man-of-war fish, which has evolved to live among its toxic tentacles.
“This was once an occasional visitor, in late August and September,” she said.
“Any that washed up were usually teeny.
“Now they’ve become seasonal visitors, perhaps for several weeks, and we’re seeing them earlier in the summer, pushed up by warmer currents and breezes from the Atlantic.
“They have long tentacles and their stings are nasty, very unpleasant.
“Unlike box jellyfish, the stings are unlikely to be fatal, but Portuguese man o’ war are definitely the second nastiest jellyfish in the sea.”
Frankie is urging beachgoers to be more prepared when entering the sea.
“We’ve always been a bit blasé about swimming or paddling in the sea,” she said.
“Whereas people arriving here from overseas are more used to the dangers and come prepared.
“You can get sunburnt in the water very quickly and, with new threats emerging, my advice would be to always cover up.”
She recommends UV-protective rash vests and swim boots to avoid stings from jellyfish or weever fish.
Frankie warned that jellyfish stings are most likely in the surf zone, especially on the ankles – and old remedies like peeing on the sting can actually make it worse.
Instead, apply vinegar or lemon juice, and use a credit card to scrape off any remaining tentacles. Ice and anti-histamines can help with the pain.
She added that jellyfish are sensitive to touch and can sting if handled, so it’s best to avoid contact altogether.
With marine life shifting rapidly due to climate change, Frankie warns this is just the beginning. “Triggerfish, pufferfish, sunfish – even the Shortfin mako, the world’s fastest shark – are making themselves more at home in UK waters,” she said.
As Britain’s seas warm up, holidaymakers may need to start treating our coastlines with the same caution as tropical ones.
And it’s not just North Wales feeling the sting.
Across the UK and even abroad, jellyfish sightings have been making headlines, with experts and beach patrols issuing warnings as unusual species wash up in growing numbers.
In Cornwall, thousands of venomous Mauve Stingers with 10ft tentacles caused what locals described as “apocalyptic scenes” as they washed ashore.
Meanwhile, in other coastal resorts, beachgoers were warned after deadly Portuguese man o’ war jellyfish were found on the sand, prompting safety cordons and urgent alerts.
Experts have also flagged a rise in Compass, Lion’s Mane, and Moon jellyfish across the south coast as sea temperatures climb.
Cornish Watersports issued the following advice on Facebook after thousands of the stinger jellyfish washed up:
1. Rinse the affected area with seawater (not freshwater)
2. Remove any spines from the skin using tweezers or the edge of a bank card.
3. Soak the area in very warm water (as hot as can be tolerated) for at least 30 minutes – use hot flannels or towels if you cannot soak it.
4. Take painkillers like paracetamol or ibuprofen.
5. Obviously, if you are prone to have an allergic reaction to any stingers go straight to A&E.
Cornwall Watersports also advice that those who get stung call NHS 111 for further advice.
LIDL has dropped a brand-new T-shirt dress that’s perfect for scorching summer days.
The breezy bargain is already turning heads, offering style and comfort for a fraction of the high street price.
The dress features a relaxed fit, soft cotton fabric, and short sleeves – making it ideal for everything from beach days to BBQs.
The new summer staple flaunts a throw-on-and-go style that still looks effortlessly chic.
And at just £6.99, it’s a steal – proving you don’t have to splash the cash to stay cool and stylish this summer.
The dress is made from a super-soft blend of 70% modal and 30% recycled polyester, making it not only extra comfy but also a more sustainable choice.
Designed with a round neck, side slits and a loose fit, it’s perfect for staying cool while looking effortlessly put together.
Available in classic black or stylish olive green, it comes in sizes small to large – and shoppers are already calling it a must-have for their summer wardrobe.
It’s available to buy in Lidl stores now – but with its stylish look and bargain price tag, it’s expected to fly off the shelves fast.
So, if you’re after the ultimate throw-on-and-go summer essential, you’ll want to snap one up while stocks last!
Lidl is also selling a £7.99 summer essential that is a lifesaver during hot sticky journeys – and it’s less than half the price of Amazon’s.
Whether your braving it on the sauna-like London Underground, or toughing it out on an inner-city bus route, you’ll want to do all that you can to cool down.
And although many public transport systems unfortunately do not have air conditioning, Lidl’s Silvercrest Portable Fan is a great way to keep cool whilst on the go.
The nifty gadget comes in a variety of different colours, including green and yellow and is priced at just £7.99 making it perfect for anyone trying to pinch pennies.
Available in store now, the bargain bit of kit promises to “keep you cool while on the go” and has three speed options, low, medium and high,
It also has a tiltable fan head and a practical base, so you can stand the fan up whilst sitting at your desk.
The budget buy also comes with a charging cable and a three-year-warranty, so you can guarantee it will keep you cool for years to come.
As a price comparison, Lidl’s bargain fan is over half the cost of Amazon’s Rintea Hand Held Fan, which is currently retailing for £17.99.
Both fans are rechargeable, but the Amazon fan has six speed settings.
The Amazon buy also has a digital display, to show the fan speed and the high quality motor promises low noise.
For anyone looking for a more substantial fan, Lidl is also currently selling a Silvercrest Tower fan for £69.99, a whopping £280 cheaper than Dyson’s £350 bladeless fan.
IF you aren't sure how to keep organised during the summer holidays, then you've come to the right place.
Senior Fabulous Writer, Sarah Bull, has shared her top tips…
FOOD: One thing I find difficult is keeping on top of my kids’ constant requests for snacks.
Despite the fact they have one break time at school and then lunch, their demands for food during school holidays seem to be 24/7.
To make things easier, I’ve decided to bring in snack baskets for them.
They each have a certain amount of food (the same so that there’s no arguments) and once it’s gone, it’s gone.
Not only does it make my life easier, it teaches them that they have to spread things out – and to maybe see if the ‘hunger signals’ are actually ones of hunger or thirst.
ACTIVITIES: It can be hard to keep your kids entertained – and six weeks can feel like an awfully long time.
One thing to take advantage of is having an outside space. If you have a garden, you can put bikes or scooters in there, or even a trampoline.
It keeps them entertained and also makes sure they’re doing some kind of physical activity every day.
If you don’t have the space for a climbing frame or added activities, why not give the kids a bucket of chalk and get them to draw on the paving slabs?
Or another one I did was to give the kids a ‘magic solution’ I needed painted on the wall (it was just water and washing up liquid) to protect it. They spent a good hour doing that!
CLOTHES: One thing I’ve used from when my daughter, now six, started school is to use clothing drawers for her and my son, who’s 10.
On a Sunday, I put all of their clothes, underwear, socks etc in the corresponding drawer for the week.
Usually it’s uniform, but I still use the drawers during the holiday too.
It just makes things easier, more organised and less stressful – for all of us.
People are sharing on Mumsnet to use a hot water bottle, yes, even in the summer.
You simply fill the water bottle with a small amount of cold water and stick it in the freezer until frozen.
Then you want to place it at the bottom of your bed to keep you cool all night long.
However, you shouldn’t use the same hot water bottle for hot water in winter and freezing in summer, as it can weaken the rubber.
If you can, buy two hot water bottles and change them for each task.
Tin foil is effective at reflecting sunlight when placed on the inside or outside of any windows.
This, in turn, prevents your home from absorbing too much heat and warming it up.
It’s not the most aesthetically pleasing, but is a cheap and temporary solution for short and intense heatwaves.
You can also create a DIY ice fan by putting a container or bowl of ice cubes in front of a fan sees the air passing over it cool, creating a mist of chilled air.
This hack isn’t the most effective for larger rooms, but can work in smaller rooms like your bedroom.
You don't need to spend a penny to keep your kids entertained this summer...
Museums – Some museums offer free entry to some exhibits, and also host events for kids.
Parks – Head to your local park to enjoy the playgrounds, games areas, courts and splash pads. Some even have trails for kids to enjoy.
Beach – It doesn’t have to be sunny to enjoy the beach, you can go rock pooling, crabbing, make sandcastles, or enjoy a walk along the headland.
Library – If the weather is awful, head indoors and borrow books, audiobooks, dvds.
Cooking – Have your own mini bake-off, or Come Dine With Me challenge.
Playdates – Invite friends over for an afternoon of socialising.
Boardgames – Enjoy a little sibling rivalry with rounds of Monopoly or stretch your brain with Scrabble.
BRITS said it was like a “war zone” when their TUI flight home from Mexico was grounded by a pair of passengers caught smoking in the toilets.
Terry Lawrance, 66, who was on the aborted flight from Cancun to Gatwick, said stranded passengers were strewn across camp beds in the chaotic scenes.
About an hour after take-off on July 8, the captain of the London-bound flight announced two passengers had been smoking in the toilets, and that if it continued, he would have to divert.
After another three-and-a-half hours, the captain announced the plane would now be diverting to Bangor International Airport, Maine, US.
They landed at 21.30pm local time – and the two alleged smokers were booted off the flight.
But Terry said the other passengers were stuck in their seats for another five hours and even taxied to take-off – before the flight was abandoned.
This was apparently because the original crew were not able to continue to operate the rest of the flight back due to legal working hours.
In order to organise another flight back from America, an entire new crew had to be flown out all the way from the UK.
The passengers were kept in a room – which Terry claims is part of the military airbase section of the airport – for over 15 hours.
A rescue flight to Gatwick finally took off at 15:00pm local time on Wednesday July 9 – with all passengers now safely home.
Videos taken by Terry show rows of beds as passengers waited around for updates, while another video shows vehicles approaching the plane after touching down in Bangor.
Terry said: “We were there for over 12 hours – it all went pear shaped.
“Everybody was fed up.
“In fairness, they started bringing out airbeds, but it was like free-for-all for vultures.
“It was like a warzone in a lounge – rows and rows of beds.
“All our luggage was still on the plane whilst we waited.
“TUI told us a relief crew was being sent from the UK because the current crew had used up their hours.”
Tracking on Flightradar24 shows the plane turning back towards Maine shortly after entering Canadian airspace.
Terry said: “After an hour the captain came on and said someone had been smoking in the toilet – he read the riot act and said if it continues, we’d have to divert.
“About three hours later, around the border with Canada and he came on to let us know that the plane was being diverted to Bangor, Maine.
“Once we landed, they removed the two passengers.
“They were obviously drunk, and he basically assaulted his partner.
“The captain then said we’d be getting going again once the paperwork has been done.
“We were sat on the plane on the ground for five hours – the plane started taxing again and we thought ‘great’ and then they said there was a problem with flight plan, and we have to get off.
“Next thing, we’re not going anywhere, and we’ve got to stay in this small lounge.
“We waited six or seven hours before we were offered a drink.”
TUI declined to comment.
THERE’s a little-known hack to keep your bedroom cool at night as temperatures rocket to a sweltering 29C this week.
Householders are being advised to keep their attic loft hatch open for the next five days ahead of the upcoming heatwave.
Met Eireann is warning that Dublin will be one of the hottest counties in Ireland this weekend with temperatures set to soar to highs of 29C.
The forecaster has issued a Status Yellow heat warning for the capital ahead of scorching weekend temperatures.
Friday and Saturday are forecast to be the warmest days in Dublin with temperatures could reach between 24C and 29C.
And issuing the alert for Friday, Met Eireann placed Carlow, Dublin, Kildare, Kilkenny, Laois, Longford, Louth, Meath, Offaly, Westmeath, Cavan, Monaghan, Roscommon and Tipperary under the alert.
They warned: “Maximum temperatures in excess of 27C combined with night-time minima in excess of 15C expected.”
And then for Saturday the entire country has been placed under the alert.
As the temperatures are set to reach sweltering highs, it’s important to know how you can keep cool.
Oftentimes, excessive heat can keep us up at night, taking away our important sleep.
But there’s a little tip that can help with that.
By leaving your attic hatch open in the leadup to a heatwave, you can actually reduce the amount of hot air held in your bedrooms that prevents you from sleeping.
When a house heats up, the warm air most often gets stuck on the second floor.
This is where most bedrooms are, so they tend to be the hottest.
By opening your attic hatch, you are allowing air to rise higher, leading it away from your bedrooms.
This can help to bring the overall temperatures down, allowing you to sleep peacefully.
This was found by experts at the University of Salford’s Energy House 2.0, which is home to the most expansive climate simulation chamber in the world.
They have partnered with Barratt Redrow to explore how households can combat the hot summers brought on by global warming.
Oliver Novakovic from Barratt and David Wilson Homes said: “The country is seeing more frequent and intense weather extremes due to climate change.” As part of this, there is an increasing risk of overheating, even during cooler summers, which has a detrimental effect on wellbeing.
“We’re working with the University of Salford to test new technologies alongside simple methods of reducing overheating and improving air quality, so the homes that are built in the next 10 or even 50 years can cope with rising temperatures.”
He also recommends keeping curtains and windows closed until temperatures outside start to cool down to prevent hot air entering, and switching to low-energy LED lightbulbs as they produce less heat.
Keeping electricals off is a win in two ways, as not only does it reduce heat buildup, but it can also bring down your energy bills.
And if you have to use bigger appliances like washing machines and dryers, try to use them when it’s coolest outside to prevent more heat building up.