1 day agoNews TalkComments Off on Arsenal star Jorginho completes Flamengo transfer and set to become second Chelsea icon to face Blues at Club World Cup
JORGINHO has completed his move to Flamengo just hours after leaving Arsenal.
The Brazilian midfielder, 33, was released from his contract early by the Gunners.
GettyJorginho has completed his Arsenal exit and has joined Flamengo[/caption]
GettyThe 33-year-old will face off against ex-club Chelsea in the Club World Cup[/caption]
Jorginho joined Arsenal in January 2023 from Chelsea.
The 33-year-old made 78 appearances for Mikel Arteta’s side, but played a bit-part role this season.
Jorginho was set to leave the club when his deal expired on 30 June.
But the club arranged for him to be released early so he could play for Flamengo in the Club World Cup.
He has penned a three-year deal with the Brazilian side.
The Gunners described Jorginho as a “valuable and integral part of the club” in a statement confirming his early release.
It added: “Everyone at Arsenal Football Club would like to thank Jorgi for his contribution to the club.
“We wish him and his family all the best for the future.”
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ANGE POSTECOGLOU’S replacement could walk into a dressing room revolt at Tottenham, according to reports.
The Aussie was axed just two weeks after lifting the Europa League to end the club’s 17-year trophy drought.
ReutersPlayers are fuming over Ange Postecoglou’s sacking[/caption]
Brentford’s Thomas Frank is the leading candidate to take over, with Fulham boss Marco Silva and Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola also in the running.
And the new man’s first job could be to lift spirits in a devastated dressing room full of players that have spoken out in support of Postecoglou.
The Telegraph claim the sacking has angered many and some stars now want to leave this summer.
A “player revolt” is a worry for chief Daniel Levy as players are unhappy over the way “Postecoglou’s exit has been handled”.
The Spurs squad penned touching goodbyes to their boss on social media, possibly hinting at their dismay over the decision.
Captain Son Heung-min called him a “legend”, who “changed the trajectory of the club and believed in us”.
Goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario wrote: “You are not only a top manager, you are an incredible person to work for, a real leader, a mentor, and someone I’ll always look up to.
“What we achieved TOGETHER will stay in the history books.”
Pedro Porro said: “For mentoring me early on, helping me settle into the club, and trusting me out on the pitch.
“I’ll always be grateful for the way you led us, defended us, and kept us going through all the highs and lows.
“Above everything, you gave us one of the greatest moments in the club’s history and for that, you’ll always be celebrated.”
Dominic Solanke added: “Thank you for bringing me to this wonderful club, thank you for bringing us a wonderful trophy.
“Won’t ever forget the convo we had before I signed and we achieved a dream! All the best in your next adventure.”
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1 day agoNews TalkComments Off on My daughter was murdered & her body set on fire in Qatar – Brits need to know the truth about ‘expat paradise’
LAUREN Patterson loved her teaching job in Qatar.
She had a great circle of friends, a group of expats who were also living in Qatar, attracted by the glitter, the tax-free salaries and endless sun.
Dan Jones ImagesLauren Patterson had been living in Qatar for several years working as an English teacher[/caption]
Dan Jones ImagesThe 24-year-old was killed in October 2013 after a night out[/caption]
Dan Jones ImagesLauren’s mum Alison Patterson wants to warn Brits about ‘expats paradise’ Qatar[/caption]
But after a year or so, 24-year-old Lauren, originally from West Malling, Kent, was beginning to feel misgivings about Qatar.
There seemed to be an undercurrent, a hint of a police state.
She started thinking about leaving but didn’t get the chance.
One night, she went out with a friend to a hotel popular with British expats.
At the end of the evening, Lauren and her friend couldn’t find a taxi, so they accepted a lift with two Qatari men whom the expats knew and were on friendly terms with.
The pair dropped the friend off first. The full details of what happened will – tragically – never be known.
What is known is that Lauren never made it home. Her body was found two days later in the desert. She had been raped and stabbed to death and her body set on fire.
Badr Hashim Khamis Abdallah Al-Jabr, one of the Qatari men who had offered her a lift, was arrested and sentenced to death the following year for her murder, but this was reduced to manslaughter in 2018 and his sentence changed to 10-and-a-half years in prison.
Lauren was killed in October 2013. Her mother, Alison, feels sure he has now been released and is enjoying his freedom.
She is desperate to know. So too are Lauren’s friends, still in Qatar, who are terrified of bumping into him.
But being Qatar, with its secretive ways, Alison, 60, has not been able to find out if her daughter’s killer is now free.
“It’s farcical,” says Alison. “Our lawyer went to the prison to try to find out if he was there.
“He was stopped, they thought he was there to harm him.
“It is quite ridiculous in a way, he’s a very well known lawyer.
“Quite a few of Lauren’s work colleagues are still out in Qatar and want to know for their peace of mind if he has been released.
“The last time I spoke to our lawyer out there he said he would check but nothing came back. That’s what happens every time.”
SECRETIVE QATAR
Lauren’s killer’s accomplice, Muhammad Abdullah Hassan Abdul Aziz was sentenced to just three years for helping to dispose of Lauren’s body.
Today, about 20,000 Brits are living in Qatar.
Lauren had started thinking about leaving Qatar – but didn’t get the chanceDan Jones ImagesDan Jones ImagesLauren’s killer’s accomplice was sentenced to just three years[/caption]
GettyMany Brits are attracted to Qatar by the tax-free salaries and endless sun[/caption]
It’s glitzy and pristine and highly photogenic – an influencer’s dream.
The Corniche is a waterfront promenade that stretches seven kilometres around the crescent-shaped Doha Bay.
There are luxurious hotels such as the Ritz Carlton and Katara Hills, and exclusive private members clubs like The Ned Doha.
Expats live in spacious villas in luxurious complexes with pools and tenniscourts. Rent is often subsidised by the employer; the expat schools are well regarded.
Job opportunities include positions for teachers, physiotherapists, lab technicians and petroleum engineers. Salaries can be higher, but the real benefit comes from the many employers who give allowances for accommodation and pay for school fees.
As one expat currently living there puts it: “Accommodation isn’t cheap, but lots of expats usually get a housing allowance that goes towards their accommodation.
“A lot of expats will get subsidized membership of a beach club and quite often schools are paid for, too, or at least a chunk of the fees covered.
“European expats with kids really like life in Qatar because they can afford a maid or a nanny.
“And of course petrol is so cheap – around 6p a litre.”
Four or five months before she died, she was looking quite seriously to move jobs to another country. There were things she wasn’t comfortable with
Alison
But under the gloss, there are rules that expats are not so comfortable with.
Alcohol is available only at licensed hotel restaurants, bars and some clubs in this strict Muslim country and it is illegal to drink alcohol or be drunk in a public place.
The introduction of what’s been dubbed a “sin tax” in 2019 saw a big increase in the price of alcohol.
“Restaurants are very expensive, especially ones that serve alcohol,” says the expat.
“Alcohol is very highly taxed at around 150% – whether it’s beer, wines or spirits.”
The expat adds: “In areas like education, there is a creeping growth of conservative Islamic principles.
“Children have to learn Arabic, which is not a bad thing if you are living in an Arab country, but then there are other problems.
“For example, at the beginning of the current school year, there was a massive backlash after parents of children aged six and above were told their children would have to completely cover their arms and legs.
Dan Jones ImagesLauren’s mother Alison feels sure her killer has now been released and is enjoying his freedom[/caption]
Alison says Lauren had become uneasy about how things were done in QatarDan Jones Images
“It got to a high level and the British Embassy got involved. Eventually the plans were shelved.
“But for the past two or three years, mothers have not been allowed to watch sons in sports competitions and fathers are not allowed to watch daughters.
“At one elite sporting academy, one swimming coach who works with males and females is not allowed to watch girls he is training when they take part in swimming competitions.”
The resident adds: “A couple of years ago, school libraries at expat schools were closed for three to six months, stopping children from accessing books, while they were censored.
“A parent had complained about a children’s story book.”
Alison, who has two other children and lives with her husband, Kevin, 63, near Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, says Lauren had become uneasy about how things were done in Qatar.
She loved teaching, having gained her qualification at The Open University after a spell working as a teaching assistant in Luxembourg. But other aspects bothered her.
“Four or five months before she died, she was looking quite seriously to move jobs to another country.
“She was feeling a little bit apprehensive, there were things she wasn’t comfortable with. The school was good, she really enjoyed that. It was other things.
“For example, she sent me a picture of two young girls at the airports, they were trying to leave but they were taken away by the police. They probably didn’t have the right paperwork. That’s what it was like.
“When my mum became seriously ill and was dying, Lauren wanted to come back to see her but she was denied permission by the authorities to leave. There was a process to go through, and they wouldn’t let her go. They said there wasn’t time to arrange it, it was a petty reason.
“In the end, my mum died, and Lauren was able to get back home for the funeral.”
NEVER CAME BACK
The funeral was held on a Thursday. Lauren flew back to Qatar on the Friday. She’d recently started a new relationship and her boyfriend was due to fly out in a couple of days.
When she arrived back at her apartment, a friend came round and suggested they go out for a few drinks. Lauren left her unpacked suitcase on her bed – ready to unpack when she got home later that evening.
She never came back.
“Lauren didn’t get a chance to text me that she had arrived in Qatar safely and I was immediately concerned when I didn’t hear from her,” says Alison.
“None of her friends had heard from her.
“Her killer worked in security at the airport, he was seen as a man whom you could trust.
“He actually helped search for Lauren with her friends.”
On the Sunday, two falconers who had taken their birds to the desert came across Lauren’s body.
PARENT’S NIGHTMARE
Police secretly staked out and watched Lauren’s killer and his accomplice come to the site to check if they’d covered up Lauren’s body properly. They were immediately arrested.
Alison took the call that is every parent’s nightmare and was asked to bring Lauren’s dental records to Qatar to identify the body.
“Those two knew what they was doing.
“Lauren lived six minutes away, the other girl lived 15 minutes away, but they took the other girl home first
“He said all sorts of things. He said Lauren attacked him, then he said Lauren fell on the knife.”
In 2019, six years after Lauren’s death, another expat, Marc Bennett, died in disturbing circumstances.
Travel executive Marc Bennett was found hanging in a hotel room in Qatar – but his family back in Britain were adamant he would never have killed himselfDan Jones ImagesTwelve years after Lauren’s killing, Alison knows she will never have all the answers to questions about her daughter’s death[/caption]
On December 24, he was found hanging in a hotel room. The police reportedly said it was suicide; his family back in Britain were adamant he would never have killed himself, and there was no note.
In 2017, Marc had been appointed senior vice-president at Discover Qatar, with the role of developing tourism at the 2022 World Cup.
After he resigned, he was reportedly arrested and held in a secret detention centre, where he told family he was physically and mentally tortured and told he could not leave the country.
Qatar Airways reportedly responded by saying Mr Bennett had emailed “highly confidential documents relating to Qatar Airways to a private email address” and was consequently arrested and the case became a “police matter”.
There remain many unanswered questions.
Meanwhile, twelve years after Lauren’s killing, Alison knows she will never have all the answers to questions about her daughter’s death.
She does want to know, though, if her killer is free.
“We have written personally to the Emir but never had a reply. We gave letters to the Qatari embassy but heard nothing.
“You don’t move on, but you’re putting a line under one part of it, you’re coming to terms with he’s out,” she says.
TikTok/@shaks6A bargain hunter has revealed that she took a risk and ordered a bed from Shein[/caption]
TikTok/@shaks6Not only was the piece of furniture affordable, but it even came with LED lights and a phone charger port too[/caption]
SheinThe Flieks Upholstered Bed was originally priced at £519.98, but has now been reduced to £259.99[/caption]
SheinIt has four storage drawers and a slatted frame[/caption]
A mother named Shaks explained that she “wanted to take a risk” and bought herself a brand new bed frame from Shein.
While she recognised that it was confusing to put together, she was thrilled with her new bedroom purchase, which cost her just £269.99.
Not only does it have LED lights and four storage drawers, but it’s even got a charger port too – yes, you heard that correctly.
Eager to show others her new bargain buy, Shaks took to social media and gave her followers a close-up look at the functional bed frame, which is a gorgeous linen beige.
Showing off her Flieks Upholstered Bed, which is still available to order online, Shaks said: “I bought a bed from Shein so you don’t have to.”
Showing off the process of putting the frame together, Shaks explained: “Well, to start off with, those confused the instructions – the Shein manufacturer needs to redo them because we had to undo, start again about three, four times.”
The content creator then showed off the bedside charging port and storage drawers.
Following this, she shared: “It was looking a bit small at first but it actually worked out great.
“I can honestly say, you can buy your bed from Shein – it even comes with LED lights.”
The LED Light Bed, which has four storage drawers and a slatted frame, was originally priced at £519.98, but has now been reduced to £259.99.
In a follow-up clip, just weeks after getting the bed, Shaks revealed: “It’s still standing, it’s firm, it’s strong, the colour is good.”
Despite this, the mother acknowledged: “The only problem that I find with this bed is that it’s too low, so if you’ve got back problems I personally wouldn’t recommend it.”
What is Shein and is it legit?
Shein is an online-only fast-fashion retailer, based out of China, that has become a number one shopping destination for many around the world.
The company was valued at $66billion in 2023, dwarfing that of popular high street brands Zara and H&M.
The fashion retailer was founded in late 2008, by entrepreneur and marketing specialist Xu Yangtian, also known as Chris Xu.
Shein is a legitimate selling website and is not a phishing scam.
But you may receive a disappointing order or run into shipping issues if you order from the site, according to reviews.
There have been swathes of quality complaints, which makes sense when looking at the price tag.
Having said that, she recognised that the bed, which doesn’t come with a mattress, is “good for Shein.”
Social media users react
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @shaks6, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly gone viral and racked up a jaw-dropping 20.3 million views.
Not only this, but it’s also amassed 1.4 million likes, 4,665 comments and 125,800 saves.
Social media users were left stunned by the affordable bed and many eagerly raced to the comments to express this.
Shein is taking things to another level
TikTok user
One person said: “I didn’t know they sold beds.”
Another added: “Buying a bed from Shein is so crazy.”
A third commented: “DON’T TEMPT ME.”
Meanwhile, someone else claimed: “Shein is taking things to another level.”
How does Shein work and are other brands listed on their website?
Known for their cheap clothing, Shein sells its own products and acts as a marketplace for third-party sellers.
They do not sell designer brands, and in the past have been plagued by accusations of counterfeits and copyright violations.
Previously brands like Ralph Lauren and Oakley have sued the fashion giant for violating their intellectual property rights.
Whilst another user wrote: “At this point, they have everything. They need to start selling Mr. Right too now man.”
And it’s not only Shaks that shared a positive review of the purse-friendly bed, as online Shein shoppers have also raved about the furniture.
Lovely bed, love the USB and the lights. The drawers are a bonus, quite spacious
Shein shopper
One shopper beamed: “Sooooo good, easy to assemble and even comes with a charging port. I am in love!!!”
A second simply penned: “Absolutely love!”
Whilst another praised: “Lovely bed, love the USB and the lights. The drawers are a bonus, quite spacious.”
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1 day agoNews TalkComments Off on Watch ‘petrified’ man get worshipped by THREE women in front of girlfriend in shocking Channel 4 show
CONTROVERSIAL new series Open House: The Great Sex Experiment aired some of its most shocking scenes yet on Friday – as a woman watched a man being “worshipped” by a string a of ladies.
The chaotic sex-positive show aims to help those who are wanting to open up their relationship, with a group of couples being invited to a retreat to experiment.
Channel 4Tom is left terrified as his girlfriend wants to open their relationship[/caption]
Channel 4The girls quickly stripped down to racy lingerie[/caption]
Channel 4The couples joined Tom and Lauren as they got to grips with the experiment[/caption]
Looked after by non-monogamy coach Effy Blue, the group are encouraged to have sexual encounters with each other in order to test their relationship boundaries.
After getting engaged three months ago, it was Tom who was struggling most with the idea, admitting he has found himself struggling to perform in a multiple-person sexual scenario.
He’s also suffering from self-esteem issues after being diagnosed with Sudden Death Syndrome, a heart condition that has meant he can no longer go to the gym, putting on weight as a result.
Setting up a barn dance mixer, the couple were told to invite others into their room for foreplay, with Tom taking the lead in a situation that doesn’t necessarily lead to sex or his need to perform.
However, when three couples say yes, Tom admits he “felt petrified and sick” as he’s tied and blindfolded to a bed.
With Lauren watching on excitedly from the sidelines with a glass of wine, Tom lets the women take control as they start caressing, kissing and touching him.
One purred to him: “You’re getting worshipped, you’re getting all the attention.”
Sharing his fears, Tom said: “I definitely want to make Lauren happy, I will try anything. To jump this hurdle this early, in my head, I can’t perform. I just freeze.
“Once I’m in that rut, I can’t get out of the rut.”
As the episode came to an end, it seems the events of the night take a toll on Tom, who is heard vomiting in the bathroom.
However, with Lauren insistent on wanting to make the open relationship work, will they be able to survive the retreat?
Open House: The Great Sex Experiment airs on Channel 4.
Channel 4Tom admitted he was petrified as he was tied to a bed[/caption]
Channel 4Lauren encouraged her boyfriend to lean into the experiment[/caption]
1 day agoNews TalkComments Off on ‘It was a long time coming’ – Caoimhin Kelleher reveals role Ireland played in securing big money transfer to Brentford
CAOIMHÍN KELLEHER admitted that staying as Ireland No. 1 was high in his thoughts when he chose to join Brentford.
Caoimhin Kelleher signed for BrentfordX / brentfordfcHe admitted keeping his place with Ireland was part of his thinkingMichael P Ryan/Sportsfile
But for Kelleher, it was about securing first-team football having backed up Alisson Becker at Anfield.
And he acknowledged that he also knew that playing regularly was key to him maintaining his position in the Ireland team.
He told RTE: “I think I’ve played well for Ireland. I think I’ve done well enough to keep the No. 1 position.
“I need to do well to keep it, but no doubt playing week in week out will help my cause for sure.
“It (the transfer) has been a long time coming. Definitely really happy to get it over the line and get it done and loling forward to getting going.”
Kelleher has played all nine games of Heimir Hallgrímsson’s games in charge to date having nailed down the No. 1 spot while Southampton’s Gavin Bazunu has been out injured.
Bazunu, who returned to the squad in March but misses out this week through injury, should be back challenging next season.
1 day agoNews TalkComments Off on Major mobile network is giving customers FREE access to Disney+ – check your account now before it’s gone
DISNEY+ fans can now bag three months of the streaming service completely free – but the deal won’t be around for long.
The offer is being handed out by Vodafone to eligible customers across the UK via the VeryMe Rewards app.
GettyIf you don’t cancel after three months, you’ll be charged £4.99 per month starting automatically[/caption]
It runs from 5 June 2025 until 8 June 2025, so you’ve only got a short window to grab it.
To claim it, open the My Vodafone app on your smartphone, head to the VeryMe Rewards section, and tap on the Disney+ banner if it’s available to you.
Hit ‘Claim’ and follow the steps to activate your free 3-month subscription to Disney+ Standard with Ads.
The offer is open to new and returning Disney+ subscribers aged 18 or over.
There’s no catch – you’ll get full access to Disney+ content with ads, and you can cancel at any time.
If you don’t cancel after three months, you’ll be charged £4.99 per month starting automatically.
The Disney+ Standard with Ads plan includes everything from classic Disney favourites to Marvel blockbusters and exclusive original series.
You can stream on up to two devices at once in Full HD quality.
Featured on the platform is The Stolen Girl, a gripping mystery about the kidnapping of nine-year-old Lucia following a sleepover at her friend’s house.
Other titles available include Flintoff, the raw documentary on the sporting icon, Good American Family, a chilling true-life adoption tale, and The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.
Also on offer is Dying for Sex, a heartbreakingly funny FX series that’s been getting rave reviews.
All are included in the standard plan, so you won’t miss out on any content.
Only one subscription can be claimed per user, and you’ll need to check your VeryMe Rewards to see if you qualify.
If you’re already paying for Disney+, you’ll need to cancel and wait until your billing period ends before you can resubscribe and use the offer – if eligible.
This comes just as Disney+ prepares to raise its prices.
From 24 March, the Premium annual plan went from £79.90 to £109.90, and monthly Premium jumped from £7.99 to £10.99.
The cheaper ad-supported tier now costs £4.99 a month – the same as Vodafone’s offer once the trial ends.
But Vodafone isn’t the only way to watch without paying.
Selected Samsung phones, tablets and laptops come with either six or twelve months of Disney+ Standard.
The perk applies to devices bought recently and some older models too. Check your eligibility on Samsung’s Boost page.
Join or upgrade to Uber One’s annual subscription, and you may receive an email offering 12 months of Disney+ Standard.
It’s worth checking your inbox or app notifications if you’re a subscriber.
If you bank with Lloyds and have a Club Lloyds account, you can choose a Disney+ subscription as your free yearly lifestyle benefit. It’s easy to activate through your online banking or app.
With rising streaming costs, these hidden perks could save you more than £100 a year. If you’re already paying for Disney+, it might be time to cancel, check your subscriptions, and claim a free one through your network, bank or tech provider.
SUBSCRIPTION TRICK – SAVE HUNDREDS!
Once you've checked your subscription renewals, try the swap trick too...
Here’s a clever method from The Sun’s tech editor Sean Keach:
Look, streaming bills are a nightmare. Especially when it comes to TV.
There are loads of services – all packed with top telly – that demand your cash.
Then scrap that, and swap to Amazon’s Prime Video for the third month.
Once you’re done (or you’ve added a fourth service to your mix), start over from the beginning.
It means you get to watch all of the top TV shows and movies on these services without paying for a full 12 months for each. You’ll save hundreds over a year.
Picture Credit: Sean Keach
DisneyIt runs from 5 June 2025 until 8 June 2025, so you’ve only got a short window to grab it[/caption]
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