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A BRITISH schoolboy, 14, has died in a skiing accident while on a half-term holiday with his family in northern Italy.

Despite the teen wearing a helmet, he suffered severe chest injuries after losing control on the slopes before crashing into a tree.

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Winter landscape in Dolomites at Cortina D’Ampezzo ski resort[/caption]

Paramedics desperately fought to save the 14-year-old for over half an hour using a defibrillator, but he was tragically pronounced dead at the scene.

The tragedy occurred on Falzarego red run, a slope spanning 3.5km from Lagazuoi toward Col Gallina.

Witnesses claim that the boy had built up significant speed before hitting a dip that launched him forward with no control.

He then went crashing into a tree at high impact in the horror accident.

Francesco Cataldo Giorgi, vice president of the Happy Ski school in Cortina, told Corriere del Veneto: “Had he fallen just a few metres earlier or later, he may have escaped unharmed.

“But in this sport, one wrong fall in the wrong place can be fatal. 

“We must always exercise extreme caution.”

The family had been on their half-term holiday in the Bolzano region alongside two other families.

They had only just begun their day on the slopes when the tragic accident occurred at around 9:30AM.

The teen’s parents are receiving medical and psychological support following the unimaginable ordeal, as they face the tragic task of repatriating their son’s body back to the UK.

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HOLLYOAKS underwent a wave of departures by cast members last year – and now one of its longest serving stars is stepping down.

Nikki Sanderson, who has played Maxine Miniver since she joined the Channel 4 series in 2012, told soap bosses that she’s keen to step back at the end of her current contract.

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Nikki Sanderson is said to be leaving Hollyoaks soon after 12 years on the soap[/caption]

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Nikki’s character Maxine Miniver has featured in plotlines from domestic abuse to mental illness[/caption]

It means the actress, who featured in plotlines from domestic abuse to mental illness, will film her emotional exit scenes next month.

Insiders revealed that Nikki, who has been dating Emmerdale actor Anthony Quinlan for three years, had decided to move on to give herself more freedom to try other roles.

A source told me: “She met with bosses and told them of her plans to leave, she’d just turned 40 and felt the time was right to say goodbye to Maxine.

“She’s keen to explore other opportunities and is excited to get back out there.

“Bosses have been plotting Maxine’s exit storyline for months and have promised it will be a fitting tribute to the character, and viewers can expect a lot of drama before she goes.”

The source added: “She will film her final scenes next month, which will go out on-screen in May.”

Earlier this month we revealed how rival soap Coronation Street has signed up Ryan Mulvey, who played JJ Osborne in the Channel 4 soap.

Ryan bagged a part in the ITV programme mere weeks after finally leaving Hollyoaks for good.

Ryan was involved in one of soap’s most controversial plots ever when it was revealed that his character JJ had been repeatedly raping and abusing his twin sister, Frankie, and putting her through a terrible ordeal.

JJ was sent to prison after finally confessing to the shocking abuse which led to his exit from the soap.

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FORMER Arsenal star Mesut Ozil has made a shock career change after retiring from football.

The German-born Wold Cup winner has entered the world of POLITICS.

Ozil has become a member of Turkey’s ruling AK Party’s central council at a congress meeting in Ankara.

The legendary midfielder was one of 39 new appointees into a key decision-making body called the Central Decision and Executive Board (MKYK).

Ozil, who ended his club career with Istanbul Basaksehir, has been a longtime supporter of Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Tens of thousands gathered in a sports hall grand congress as Erdogan secured his ninth re-election as AKP’s leader.

The congress was attended by 31 representatives from 16 political parties across 13 countries, along with 62 ambassadors and 34 mission representatives

In 2019, Ozil chose Conservative leader Erdogan as the best man at his wedding to Amine Gulse, a former Miss Turkey.

His association with Erdogan has previously sparked controversy.

A 2018 photo of Ozil and fellow German star Ilkay Gundogan alongside Erdogan triggered a political backlash in Germany.

Ozil, previously held up as a symbol of a multicultural Germany, retired from the German national team soon after.

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He accused fans of racism saying: “I am German when we win, but I am an immigrant when we lose.”

The third-generation Turkish-German was born in Gelsenkirchen and was a key member of his country’s 2014 World Cup-winning side.

He won 92 caps and was voted the national team’s player of the year five times since 2011 by fans.

Now, with his political career taking shape, Ozil is set to play a new role within Turkish politics under Erdogan’s leadership.

But in his prime, he was regarded as one of football’s best playmakers.

Ozil scooped trophies with Werder Bremen, Madrid and Arsenal during a glittering club career.

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DANCING On Ice fans have hit out at the judging panel after disagreeing with them on the scores given for one couple.

Fans of the show were up in arms and quick to slam the judges for ‘overscoring’ Mollie Pearce.

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Mollie Pearce skated with Colin Grafton once again on Dancing On Ice tonight[/caption]

Asking “are they watching something different?” after Mollie and Colin took to the ice, fans didn’t agree with the 35.5 score the pair nabbed.

For Musical Week, Mollie & Colin skated to Mamma Mia! and received three scores of 9.0.

The pair did the headbanger during their routine, which is always met with baited breath – but the pair smashed it.

Although the couple seamlessly carried out the risky headbanger, fans didn’t agree with their high score.

Ashley gave the pair 9.0, Oti followed suit with a score of 9.0, and so did Jayne who gave 9.0, while Chris gave the pair 8.5.

After he scores were given, fans rushed to social media to fume over the high scores dished out to Mollie and Colin by the judges.

Fans were disappointed with the high scores the couple received, with many quick to say how Mollie needed to skate on her own more.

One person on X said: “Overmarked I think, not much solo skating for me. Pretty sure they told her last week they wanted to see more solo skating #dancingonice.”

A second then echoed: “I love Mollie but that was overmarked #dancingonice #doi.”

“Mollie still being carried around and scores 9s! How she keeps getting through week after week beats me,” penned a third.

“9.0 for Mollie and Colin. Are they watching something different?!” asked a fourth.

While a fifth pleaded: “Ice skate on your own mollie please… the others get told why dont she…”

And a sixth added: “I agree with Chris about Mollie – there were a few jolty moments I loved the Headbanger though and Mollie & Colin are a brilliant couple.”

ANTONY has continued his stunning form since joining Real Betis – leaving Manchester United fans furious.

The Brazilian, 24, notched up another assist as Betis took on Getafe in LaLiga on Sunday.

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Antony joined the Spanish side last month on loan from the Red Devils.

The £85million flop infamously left Old Trafford after clocking up more yellow cards than goals over the past three seasons.

But he looks like a player reborn under Manuel Pelligrini at Betis.

Antony has netted three times since heading to Spain on loan, bagging three Player of the Match awards in the process.

And he turned provider for pal Isco during Sunday’s contest at Getafe’s Coliseum.

Antony picked up the ball well inside his own half, beating two men for pace as he burst forward.

The Brazilian cut back onto his left foot, before finding Isco in the box with a perfect pass.

Former Real Madrid star Isco did the rest, giving Antony his second assist since leaving Old Trafford.

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One Man Utd fan raged: “This is getting out of hand, Antony is actually cooking in La Liga.”

Another said: “Antony deserves an apology. My man is on fire. POTM for sure atm.”

While a third claimed: “Something must be in the waters in Old Trafford.”

And a fourth joked: “Love the look of this Antony, we should sign him!”

Antony now has more goals and assists for Betis in six games than he managed in his last 41 for United.

The 24-year-old appears to have immediately settled in Spain.

And he puts his success down to being happy, suggesting he feels more calm and at ease in Betis.

Antony told AS: “I’ve had a great time in Manchester too, I won two titles and I’m very grateful.

“But when I say that I’ve found myself here, I’m happy, the people are like us in Brazil. The sun helps a lot.

“I’m very happy here. I wake up every day with a smile and that’s very important.

“I have a lot of friends who played here and they left me very calm so that I could sign here.

“I was sure in my heart that coming here was the best decision for me. I hope to continue like this.”