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ALISON Hammond was today left wiping away tears, as Hollywood stars paid tribute to her on her 50th birthday.

The popular presenter turned the big five-O today, and her co-workers celebrated the occasion with the help of her star pals.

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Harrison Ford had a special message for Alison[/caption]

This Morning today sent presenter Jeff Brazier to surprise Alison on her birthday.

She was then showed a montage of clips of her star pals wishing her a happy birthday.

This even included Ant and Dec and Hollywood megastar Ryan Reynolds.

It all got too much for Alison, and she was seen getting emotional, and said: “Oh stop, you’re going to make me cry.”

She was then shown a clip of Harrison Ford, who she famously drunk whiskey with when she interviewed him.

After hearing the Star Wars actor’s special message, the much-loved star could be seen wiping away tears

BECOMING A STAR

Alison’s career in the spotlight started in her 20s when she appeared on Big Brother.

After winning over fans with her bubbly personality, the jobs rolled in, which included the plum This Morning job.

However, Alison recently said she would quite like to take some time off from her busy career in the future.

Speaking to Heat World, Alison revealed: “In the next 10 years, I want to travel the world.

“I would love to take a year off and just go and travel.

“Not just yet, but one day. I need to see the world before I die!”

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ONLY those with perfect vision will be able to spot the second man in this brain teaser in a matter of seconds.

Put yourself to the test with this challenging puzzle to see if you have the eyes of a hawk.

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Can you spot the second man in just seven seconds?[/caption]

The first man with a parrot on his shoulder is east to spot but see if you can spot the second man in seven seconds.

Start your timer and clear away any distractions to give yourself the best chance at beating the clock.

Search every part of the image carefully to make sure you don’t miss anything.

Don’t let the bright red of the parrot or the axe in the castaway’s hand distract you.

The creators of this brain teaser are relying on you to be taken in by the man, his odd clothes, and the island surroundings.

If you are going to solve this challenge without any help, it is vital that you think outside the box.

Don’t think that you are just looking for another man similar to the one you can see.

This is an optical illusion so make sure you get creative because rather than an actual man, you are looking for the illusion of a second person on the desert island.

There are many places he could be.

If you are struggling, a good tip is to minimise your search area.

This means you are more likely to spot the finer details that could lead you to your answer.

Try dividing the image into smaller sections like quarters and carefully examine each piece before going on to the next.

Don’t forget that optical illusions can feature objects any way around and in anything.

With this in mind, when searching the puzzle, perhaps turn it around to see if you spot anything new.

Often there will be one element of the image that doesn’t quite fit and this is part of the illusion.

When you are ready, scroll down to find out where this second man is.

How did you do with the time frame?

Don’t worry if you didn’t solve the illusion in seven seconds, all you need is practice.

With that in mind, now that your brain is warmed up, have a go at some more brain teasers below.

As always, scroll down to find the answers.

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Can you spot the hidden heart in this Valentine’s Day optical illusion?[/caption]

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Spot the hidden heart under seven seconds[/caption]

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True lovers will be able to see the heart hanging on the tree[/caption]

DANCEHALL legend Sean Paul has revealed all on his forgotten collaboration with Rihanna whilst he shares his wildest touring moments, as he gears up to hit the road again this April.

The 52-year-old will be taking on the UK for his highly anticipated Bring It tour where he will co-headline alongside a massive R&B icon.

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The megastar will be taking on the UK for his highly anticipated Bring It tour[/caption]

The megastar has more than 20 Top 40 singles to his name, and has worked with the liked of Beyoncé, Sia, Clean Bandit and Little Mix.

The music star reflected on his past collaborations, hailing his 2006 track Break It Off with Rihanna as his favourite.

Speaking exclusively with The Sun, he said: The one with me and Rihanna that’s a long time song and I used to sing that a lot of times on the stage for quite some years.

“It went to number nine on the radio playlist and back in those days that was a big deal.

“We didn’t get to do a video and we didn’t tour and sing it together but I used to sing it without her for quite some time, just trying to promote it.

“Two huge Caribbean artists at the time, I think you could arguably say I was more of a star or public personality than she was.

“But, you know I’ve been nothing but proud seeing her climb up the entertainment ladders and just prove herself every time that she’s, an artist to make a mark and to be reckoned with.

The Jamaican born singer was asked if she was his favourite collab, to which he replied: “I do, I’ve always said that.”

Sean went on to describe how the Diamonds hit-maker came all the way to Jamaica to record the forgotten track: “Back in those days, even now, I have to go away to record or people send me vocals via the internet.

“She was the one who was like, I want to come to Jamaica and when she came she went straight to Bob Marley Museum and that touched my musical heart.

“We went to the beach, club and street dance and eventually to the studio because we weren’t planning on doing a song. She just wanted to come to Jamaica and experience it.

“We ended up in the studio doing a song which just turned out to be one of my big songs in my set and something I’m proud of to this day.”

In April, Sean will be co-headlining alongside Ashanti as the pair set off to take the UK by storm with their biggest tour here yet.

Speaking on the tour and Ashanti, he admitted: “For years I’ve been wanting to do music with her, we’ve been in the studio a couple of times but never did any music and I think this is just the next best thing.

Hoping to ‘bridge a gap musically’ when the pair hit the stage, the global superstar revealed what fans can expect.

He said: “Energy, vibes, dancing, sweating, jumping and bag of things.

“You know, Dancehall music is especially oriented that way but I try to give my all in the performances it’s going to be a contrast obviously because Ashanti’s R&B sexy, sultry sound is going to be the other side of the coin.”

The singer is no stranger to the stage, having embarked on multiple tours and delivering countless performances over the years.

When asked about the wildest thing he’s ever witnessed in a crowd, he admitted: “Mosh pits are always interesting to see you know, ladies throwing their brassieres or panties at me is another interesting thing but mainly it’s a good time.

“I’ve seen people become overwhelmed with emotions and that’s always amazing to know that music can touch people’s heart like that, or mind or soul.”

Sean Paul is a Grammy-winning Jamaican dancehall rapper and reggae artist.

The singer first rose to fame with the Dutty Cup Crew in the 90s before hitting the big time when he kicked off his solo career in 2000.

He has released seven solo studio albums, and has been nominated for nine Grammy Awards, winning one in 2004.

Some of his biggest hits include, Gimme the Light (2002), Get Busy (2002)and She Doesn’t Mind (2011).

Tickets have already gone on sale but fans can still get tickets here

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The singer revealed how ladies in the crowd have thrown knickers at him[/caption]

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Sean revealed how Rihanna came all the way to Jamaica to record the forgotten track[/caption]

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The singer is no stranger to the stage having embarked on multiple tours and delivered countless performances over the years[/caption]

GOOGLE has dropped a bombshell U-turn that opens up the possibility of its AI tech powering weapons as the world enters a chilling new era of warfare.

The company had previously vowed its AI technology would never be used for purposes that were “likely to cause harm”.

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Google has changed its policy to allow the development of weapons using its AI technology[/caption]

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But now that pledge has been scrapped, opening the door for Google AI to power high-tech battlefield weapons and spy gear.

Two Google execs, senior vice president James Manyika and AI chief Demis Hassabis, defended the move.

They said that businesses and governments need to work together on AI which “supports national security”.

The idea of using AI on the battlefield is controversial, but the men argued that the approach needed updating since AI had become so widespread.

They wrote: “Billions of people are using AI in their everyday lives. AI has become a general-purpose technology, and a platform which countless organisations and individuals use to build applications.

“It has moved from a niche research topic in the lab to a technology that is becoming as pervasive as mobile phones and the internet itself.”

Google banned its AI technology being used in weapons in 2018 after a protest from its own staff over a contract with the US Defense Department to use it to analyse drone video.

Firms across the AI sector are becoming more willing to partner with defence and surveillance projects.

OpenAI, the developers of ChatGPT, announced in December a partnership with fellow tech company Anduril to develop warzone technology against drones.

OpenAI had also previously ruled out military uses for its tech, but changed its own policy last year.

Many experts are concerned about the implications of unchecked AI development.

Top scientists last year urged government to realise that AI is not “a toy” and could be catastrophic for humankind.

In a report calling for stricter regulations on the tech, researchers said AI – in the wrong hands – could be used to produce biological weapons and someday make humans extinct.

However, many AI weapons projects are steaming ahead nonetheless.

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South Korea has unveiled plans for the world’s first hydrogen-powered tank with an AI-controlled gun[/caption]

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The United States military is testing unmanned AI aircraft like the Kratos XQ-58 Valkyrie[/caption]

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The UK Royal Navy is at work on an autonomous weapon, a submarine nicknamed ‘Cetus’ that can steer itself[/caption]

The US Navy recently deployed the world’s first AI warship.

USS Fitzgerald, first launched January 1994, has been redeployed with an innovative artificial intelligence program used by the Pentagon.

The software uses machine learning to predict maintenance issues before they have even happened, allowing crews to avoid major malfunctions and stay on the water.

It takes 10,000 sensor readings every second from all over the ship – including the hull and the mechanical and electrical systems.

The AI algorithm then interprets the data to make maintenance recommendations to the crew.

Militaries across the world are already racing to develop AI-powered weapons in a bid to find an edge of the battlefield.

The United States Marine Corps completed the second test flight of an unmanned aircraft called the Kratos XQ-58 Valkyrie, piloted by AI, in February last year.

This development marked a milestone in implementing Project Eagle, the service’s aviation modernization strategy.

Major General Scott Cain, Air Force Research Lab commander, said last year: “AI will be a critical element to future warfighting and the speed at which we’re going to have to understand the operational picture and make decisions.”

And South Korea has unveiled plans for a new AI-powered tank, which would be the world’s first powered by hydrogen.

Rotem, a subsidiary of motor company Hyundai, released its plans for these hi-tech war machines, that would be used by the South Korean army.

PRINCE Andrew is turning 65 this month, and his birthday is a reflection of the “many wasted years ahead”, according to a royal expert.

The disgraced Duke of York Prince paid millions to Epstein victim Virginia Giuffre in an out-of-court settlement three years ago, while denying sexual assault accusations.

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Prince Andrew has ‘many wasted years ahead’, according to a royal expert[/caption]

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And now is said to be too scared to visit the US again amid fresh calls for an FBI probe into the Epstein scandal.

Andy, 64, has left the UK only once in almost six years.

Royal author Phil Dampier said that his birthday will be a time of reflection of the “bad position” he is in.

Speaking to Fabulous, the expert shared: “He’s 65 so that brings it home to you, the sort of bad position that he’s in. 

“He’s now 65 and has many, many wasted years now ahead of him that he could have been doing something useful, and he’s no longer going to be doing that.”

The royal author shared how Prince Andrew may be hopeful of turning things around, but stated he didn’t think this was possible.

Andrew was forced to step back from royal duties following a disastrous interview on BBC’s Newsnight in November 2019 in which he refused to condemn his relationship with paedophile billionaire Jeffrey Epstein.

Phil added: “I personally think he still possibly harbours thoughts about eventually being able to make a comeback. 

“But I think that’s a non-starter, to be honest.”

It has long been rumoured that King Charles, 75, is running out of patience with his younger brother, who is said to spend all day “watching TV in a dark room” like a prisoner at his “crumbling” home, Royal Lodge.

Charles is said to have wanted Andrew out of the house for years, and wishes him to move into the much more modest Frogmore Cottage, which is also in Windsor Great Park.

Phil continued: “It is a big problem for him and for the king.

“What is he going to do with the rest of his life? 

“At 65 it does emphasise that it’s a great, great waste.”

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Photos show the façade of Royal Lodge is crumbling and in need of repairs[/caption]

Andrew, who moved into Royal Lodge, the former home of the Queen Mother, in 2004 – has refused to move, after taking on a lease that lasts until 2078.

As part of the agreement, Andrew is obliged to maintain repairs on the property. 

But there is increasing doubt cast on this possibility, since the recent appearance of photographs that appear to show the mansion in a poor state – with peeling paint and black mould.

There is new controversy after it was revealed that Prince Andrew has now found a mystery benefactor willing to stump up millions of pounds to help him keep his publicly owned home.

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Phil stated that Prince Andrew will no doubt be placing his efforts on the family’s new arrival, Athena.

It was reported last week that Princess Beatrice has given birth to her second child with husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi.

Their baby daughter was born several weeks prematurely and is said to be healthy and doing well – weighing 4lb 5oz.

He’s [Andrew’s] now 65 and has many, many wasted years now ahead of him that he could have been doing something useful

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Phil stated: “He’ll [Andrew will be] obviously be delighted with the arrival of his fourth grandchild.

“The whole family would dote on the children, and that will give him something to occupy him. 

“In terms of royal duties, I think he’s finished.”

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Andrew’s daughter Princess Beatrice has just given birth to a second child[/caption]

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Little Athena was born several weeks prematurely but is said to be healthy and doing well[/caption]

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Speaking of his 65th birthday celebrations, the royal author stated that celebrations will be lowkey.

He shared: “I don’t think there’ll be any great celebrations. They [the royal family] might wish him a happy birthday online.

“Obviously he didn’t go to Christmas this year or last year. 

“At the moment, it’s extremely difficult for him, and I think he’s going to keep out of sight.

“Easter will be in the next time when the whole family gets together, and we’ll be interested to see if he turns up for that.”

I personally think he still possibly harbours thoughts about eventually being able to make a comeback. But I think that’s a non-starter, to be honest

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It comes after the Duke of York’s relationship with alleged Chinese spy Yang Tengbo – who helped broker deals – was ruled a “threat to national security”.

Andrew cultivated Chinese officials, including seeking advice from a communist minister and having covert meetings with the country’s ambassador, according to documents, reports the Times.

It has further raised concerns that Andrew was willing to use his royal status for his own private benefit regardless of the risk of compromising Britain’s security interests.

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BRIAN O’Driscoll described James Lowe as being a particularly tough tackle because he’s ‘all hips and big a**e’.

The Leinster wing could easily have been given POTM honours on Saturday since he scored a try and set up two others in a rampaging display.

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His score didn’t look on at all when he received the ball out wide but he was able to plow through Alex Mitchell before making a dash for the line.

While analysing Ireland’s 27-22 success on Off the Ball, BOD admitted: “I wouldn’t love to tackle James Lowe, I can’t lie. He’s all hips and big a**e!

“He’s quite big and powerful with that low centre of gravity.

“Has an unbelievable capacity to go again when it looks as though he’s tripping up.”

“There are certain players that I’d have gone up against like Vincent Clerc where y’know they’re smaller in stature but fast and powerful.

“With the likes of him we used to say you have to hit him and he has to stay hit. And he had to go again.

“Sometimes you can get caught off guard with the smaller guys. You shouldn’t with the bigger guys because that’s their game.

“Lowe isn’t slow but his top-end speed isn’t his sweet spot, it’s that power game.”

Somewhat surprisingly, the 46-year-old then shared that he was always more of a believer that ‘absolute authority’ and commitment to the tackle was more important than technique.

Ireland will have plenty of tough tackling assignments on Sunday since Scotland boast several bruising runners including Duhan van der Merwe, hat-trick hero vs Italy Huw Jones and Blair Kinghorn.

Mack Hansen and Finlay Bealham are currently in a race to be passed fit for the Murrayfield clash.

The winger required stitches in the first half and was able to return to the fray but it remains to be seen if he will be given the green light to line out in Edinburgh.

Bealham is also a concern for the encounter after he picked up a leg injury of his own in Ireland’s Six Nations’ opener.

Bealham’s issue is of particular concern given Tadhg Furlong was absent because of a calf problem and it is unclear whether he or Joe McCarthy (concussion) will be available to face Gregor Townsend’s men.

An IRFU bulletin said both had ‘stepped up their rehabilitation programmes and a decision on their availability will be made later this week’. 

In the meantime, two uncapped props – Munster’s Thomas Ahern and Shayne Bolton of Connacht – have been added to the squad.

Former Ireland back-row Sean O’Brien and Mark Sexton – elder brother of Johnny – have joined the coaching staff this week.

They will form part of Mike Prendergast’s management team for the Ireland A team for their game against England in Bristol on Sunday February 23.

That will be the day after the third-round Six Nations fixture for Simon Easterby’s side against Wales in Cardiff.

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