5 hours agoworld NewsComments Off on Israeli hostage Avera Mengistu freed after 10 YEARS in Hamas captivity as five others also released from Gaza
AFTER an entire decade of harrowing uncertainty, Avera Mengistu is home at last.
The Ethiopian-born Israeli hostage, who spent a harrowing 3,821 days in Hamas captivity, was released in Rafah on Saturday as part of the fragile ceasefire deal.
ReutersAvera Mengistu has finally been freed from Hamas’ terror claws[/caption]
APThe Ethiopian-born Israeli was caught by terrorists in Gaza back in 2014[/caption]
ReutersMengistu being escorted by Hamas terrorists as part of a ceasefire and a hostages-prisoners swap deal between Hamas and Israel, in Rafah[/caption]
Israel Defense ForcesHe was later seen alongside IDF officials[/caption]
Mengistu, who was handed over alongside October 7 victim Tal Shoham, crossed into Israel and arrived at a military reception point, the IDF confirmed.
They were then reunited with their families before being airlifted to medical facilities for further evaluation.
They are two of the six hostages being freed from Hamas’s claws today.
The six are said to be the last living hostages Hamas will release during the first phase of the fragile ceasefire agreement.
The IDF confirmed it has received Eliya Cohen, Omer Shem Tov and Omer Wenkert from the Red Cross.
But Hisham al Sayed, a Bedouin Israeli who was captured before October 7, will be released separately later on, Sky News reports.
He will be handed over in private without a ceremony from a different location in central Gaza, “out of respect for Palestinian citizens of Israel”, according to Gazan reports.
A DECADE IN CAPTIVITY
Mengistu, an Ethiopian-born Israeli, was held in Gaza for ten years and five months after crossing into the Strip in 2014.
His family has spend years pleading for his return, often met with silence.
“Our family has endured ten years and five months of unimaginable suffering,” they said in a statement.
“During this time, there have been continuous efforts to secure his return, with prayers and pleas, some silent, that remained unanswered until today.”
Unlike Shoham, who appeared visibly pale and underweight on Saturday’s hostage handover, Mengistu was seen in relatively stable condition, retaining a similar body weight to when he was taken.
TOGETHER AT LAST
Upon his return, Mengistu was seen meeting members of his family at an IDF facility near the Gaza border.
An emotional video shared by the military showed Mengistu tightly embracing his loved ones after years apart.
The IDF later posted on X: “3,821 days. 10 years apart.
“Avera Mengistu’s family has suffered his absence for a decade, not knowing if he was safe or even alive.
“Today, they can finally hold him again.”
X.com/@idfFootage released by IDF showed the moment Mengistu reunited with his loved ones[/caption]
X.com/@idfHe was seen tightly embracing his family after 10 years apart[/caption]
Mengistu has since been transferred to a hospital in central Israel for further medical assessment and rehabilitation.
Mengistu and Shoham’s release was part of a broader deal, marking the first time hostages were freed in Rafah.
Despite the joy of these reunions, both families emphasised that the fight is not over.
“We must not miss this window of opportunity,” the Shoham family said.
“Children need their fathers. We must return all hostages home: the living for rehabilitation and the deceased for eternal rest.”
PREVIOUS HOSTAGE RELEASES
Saturday’s hostage release marks the seventh round under the ongoing ceasefire deal.
The previous release involved the return of the bodies of Oded Lifshitz and the Bibas children, Kfir and Ariel.
It took Hamas terrorists two attempts to correctly return the mum’s body back to her loved ones after sending the wrong remains in a vile mix up.
ReutersFriends and supporters react to the release of Avera Mengistu on Saturday[/caption]
ReutersA person holds a placard with a picture of the now freed hostage[/caption]
5 hours agoworld NewsComments Off on Dubois pulling out of Parker fight has caused ‘perverse’ situation says Warren as amazing potential next fight revealed
DANIEL DUBOIS has plenty of options for his next fight after pulling out of his bout with Joseph Parker, according to Frank Warren.
The promoter wants to see him rematch Oleksandr Usyk, having lost to the heavyweight world champion in August 2023.
GettyDaniel Dubois has plenty of options for his next fight[/caption]
GettyOleksandr Usyk or Anthony Joshua could be next up for Dubois[/caption]
But there are multiple options on the table for Dubois, including a showdown with Parker.
Dubois withdrew from the fight in Saudi Arabia after being declared medically unfit following sickness.
However he is expected to return to the ring in the next three months and Warren believes his withdrawal presents more opportunities in terms of his next opponent.
He told Sky Sports: “I feel the perverse thing out of it is we’ve got more of an option now.
“I’d like to see the rematch with Usyk. That’s an option, if it can be done I’d love that.
“But then we’ve got Joe Parker, we’ve got AJ, who’s got over his injury and he may want to do it now with the fact he’s been ill, who knows?”
Joshua and Usyk will be in attendance for Parker’s fight against Martin Bakole, who stepped up as a late replacement for Dubois.
Warren expects to talk to the two boxers and their teams about a potential fight with Dubois.
Hearn told Sky Sports: “That’s what AJ wants. He wants to fight for the world heavyweight title. So that’s the number one priority.
“At this stage he’s about trying to become a three-time world heavyweight champion. He missed out on that opportunity last time and he’d love another crack.”
5 hours agoworld NewsComments Off on I still look like a baby at 30 & it’s all thanks to a skincare product that keeps wrinkles at bay for just 83p
A SKINCARE whizz claims she looks like a baby still despite being 34 years old.
Elle McNamara (AKA Bambi Does Beauty) took to social media to show off the one beauty product she swears by to keep wrinkles at bay.
TikTok/bambidoesbeautyElle McNamara revealed her one trick to stop her skin from ageing[/caption]
tiktok.com/@bambidoesbeautyShe swore by wrinkle patches – but warned against a specific type[/caption]
The UK-based skincare whizz said: “The reason I still look like a fetus at 34 years old is because I use wrinkle patches.”
However, the beauty pro did warn against getting the wrong type.
“Let this be your sign, from me to you, don’t buy the ones with micro darts in them,” she added.
The micro darts have become a new beauty staple that promises to get deeper into the skin and stop muscles from moving – preventing wrinkles from forming.
However, typical wrinkle patches work by infusing your skin with essential hydration, and smoothing out fine lines whilst you sleep.
They are extremely easy to apply, and have a contoured shape that fits snugly around your face.
Elle removed the wrinkle patches from her face and she was left with red marks all over due to the micro darts which she wasn’t a fan of.
She continued: “I love the silicone ones, I love silicone face tape, but this, it ain’t it sis.”
Elle instead recommended basic silicone patches from Amazon which cost just 83p per application.
The wrinkle patches can be bought on Amazon for £9.99 and the best part is they can be reused.
Public Reaction
The clip posted to her TikTok account @bambidoesbeauty went viral with over 554k views and 20k likes.
People were quick to take to the comments agreeing Elle looked much younger than her age.
One person wrote: “Maybe you look so young because you’ve been single for 15 years, with no one stressing you out.”
Another commented: “I thought she was 24 lol.”
“I’m just gonna pray the genes to kick in cause my mum and gran DON’T age,” penned a third.
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Meanwhile a fourth said: “You do look younger than 34. I would say 25-26.”
“So many 22-25 year olds who look older than her. You look incredible and I hope to have this youthful glow when I reach my 30’s,” claimed a fifth.
Someone else added: “I would’ve said 27-28 oldest so ignore the haters.”
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The base rate serves as a benchmark for lenders when setting interest rates for both savings and borrowing.
While a reduction in the base rate often leads to lower mortgage rates – welcome news for homeowners – it can have the opposite effect for savers, as the interest earned on savings accounts may also decline.
In response to the base rate adjustment, Monzo has announced a reduction in the interest rate on its Personal Instant Access Savings Pots.
From today, the rate will decrease from 3.60% AER to 3.35% AER.
The Annual Equivalent Rate (AER) represents the total interest you could earn over a year, assuming you don’t make withdrawals.
A lower AER means savers will earn less interest over time, reducing the potential growth of their savings.
The Personal Instant Access Savings Pots are a type of easy-access account that enables customers to save while providing immediate access to their funds whenever required.
Many customers use these accounts to save for short-term goals, such as building an emergency fund or planning a holiday.
Monzo isn’t the only bank to adjust savings rates in response to the base rate cut, with other financial institutions also making changes in the wake of the MPC’s decision.
Barclays slashed the rates on its Everyday Saver and Rainy Day saver accounts last week.
Rachel Springall, finance expert at Moneyfactscompare.co.uk, said: “It’s so disheartening to see savings rates chopped in the last few days, but it just proves why savers are at the mercy of base rate cuts.
“Not even challenger banks have been able to escape making cuts as the market sentiment for lower interest rates has taken charge.”
That’s why ensuring you’re getting the best rate on your savings is crucial, especially when the Bank of England could make further cuts to the base rate later in March.
Rachel added: “Savers need to proactively keep on top of the best rates and review their pots regularly to see if they are getting a raw deal.
“Now is an ideal time for savers to consider grabbing a fixed rate deal so they can get a guaranteed return on their cash.”
Several challenger banks are still outshining well-known high-street brands, offering up to 8% returns.
However, these deals won’t last forever.
How do I find the best savings rates?
WITH your current savings rates in mind, don't waste time looking at individual banking sites to compare rates - it'll take you an eternity.
Research price comparison websites such as MoneyFactsCompare.co.uk and MoneySupermarket.
These will help you save you time and show you the best rates available.
They also let you tailor your searches to an account type that suits you.
As a benchmark, you’ll want to consider any account that currently pays more interest than the current level of inflation – 2%.
It’s always wise to have some money stashed inside an easy-access savings account to ensure you have quick access to cash to deal with any emergencies like a boiler repair, for example.
If you’re saving for a long-term goal, then consider locking some of your savings inside a fixed bond, as these usually come with the highest savings rates.
What are the top savings rates?
The best fixed rate currently offered is ICICI Bank’s SuperSaver one-year fixed bond, which pays 4.65% and only requires a minimum investment of £1,000.
The best notice accounts offer slightly higher rates than the best fixed-term bonds.
These also come with more flexibility when accessing your cash.
Market Harborough Building Society’s 195 day notice account offers savers 4.85% back with a minimum £10,000 deposit, for example.
However, if you’re looking for a savings account without withdrawal limitations, then you’ll want to opt for an easy-access saver.
These do what they say on the tin and usually allow for unlimited cash withdrawals.
The best easy-access savings account available is from Sidekick Money, which pays 4.75% – and you only need to pay a minimum of £1,000 to set it up.
If you want to build a habit of saving a set amount of money each month, a regular savings account could pay you dividends.
Principality Building Society’s Six Month Regular Saver offers 8% interest on savings.
It allows customers to save between £1 and £200 a month.
Save in the maximum, and you’ll earn 27.53 in interest.
While regular savings accounts look attractive due to the high interest rates on offer, they are not right for all savers.
You can’t use a regular savings account to earn interest on a lump sum.
The amount you can save into the account each month will be limited, typically to somewhere between £200 and £500.
Therefore, if you have more to save, it would be wise to consider one of the other accounts mentioned above.
SAVING ACCOUNT TYPES
THERE are four types of savings accounts fixed, notice, easy access, and regular savers.
Separately, there are ISAs or individual savings accounts which allow individuals to save up to £20,000 a year tax-free.
But we’ve rounded up the main types of conventional savings accounts below.
FIXED-RATE
A fixed-rate savings account or fixed-rate bond offers some of the highest interest rates but comes at the cost of being unable to withdraw your cash within the agreed term.
This means that your money is locked in, so even if interest rates increase you are unable to move your money and switch to a better account.
Some providers give the option to withdraw, but it comes with a hefty fee.
NOTICE
Notice accounts offer slightly lower rates in exchange for more flexibility when accessing your cash.
These accounts don’t lock your cash away for as long as a typical fixed bond account.
You’ll need to give advance notice to your bank – up to 180 days in some cases – before you can make a withdrawal or you’ll lose the interest.
EASY-ACCESS
An easy-access account does what it says on the tin and usually allows unlimited cash withdrawals.
These accounts tend to offer lower returns, but they are a good option if you want the freedom to move your money without being charged a penalty fee.
REGULAR SAVER
These accounts pay some of the best returns as long as you pay in a set amount each month.
You’ll usually need to hold a current account with providers to access the best rates.
However, if you have a lot of money to save, these accounts often come with monthly deposit limits.
What’s next for savings rates?
Financial markets are exercising more caution regarding the pace of future interest rate cuts than previously anticipated.
While economists still predict three further cuts by the end of 2025, reaching a 4% base rate, this projection coincides with a revised inflation forecast.
The Bank of England now expects inflation to peak at 3.7% later this summer, higher than earlier estimates.
This upward revision is partly attributed to the impact of policies introduced in the October 2024 Budget.
Specifically, measures within the budget have contributed to a rise in cost inflation, pushing the overall inflation figure higher.
This presents a complex situation for the Bank of England, as rising inflation typically warrants higher interest rates to curb spending and stabilise prices.
The next interest rate announcement is on March 20.
If interest rates continue to fall, it spells bad news for savers, whose rates typically fall when the Bank’s rate is cut.
However, in the meantime, opting for a fixed bond can be a useful bet to help ride out future cuts to the base rate.
5 hours agoworld NewsComments Off on ‘I will love you always’ – John Terry’s wife Toni posts heartbreaking message as her ‘confidante and friend’ passes away
JOHN TERRY’S wife Toni posted a heartfelt message after her horse Fritz died aged 26.
The equestrian enthusiast was devastated at the passing of her beloved horse.
Instagram @toniterry26Toni Terry is mourning the death of her horse Fritz[/caption]
Instagram @toniterry26John Terry and wife Toni have been married since 2007[/caption]
Following Fritz’s death, Toni posted several pictures of herself with her “friend and confidante” to Instagram.
She captioned them: “RIP my beautiful friend.
“Thank you for all you taught me, for all the times you listened to me chatting away and just nuzzled my shoulder, you weren’t just a horse, you were my confidante and my friend.
“I will love you always my beautiful Fritz 26-years-old what a star.”
Toni, 48, first became a professional dressage rider since 2010.
After a hiatus she returned to the sport in 2021.
That year she created a new Instagram account solely dedicated to her dressage.
She has since posted dozens of photos of herself with her beloved horses.
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Instagram @toniterry26Toni posted further images of herself with her beloved Fritz[/caption]
In addition to dressage, Toni is something of a fitness fanatic.
On her main Instagram account, she has posted pictures and videos of herself in the gym working out.
Toni began dating John, one year older, at just 16.
Together they have 18-year-old twins, a boy named Georgie and a girl called Summer Rose.
ReutersToni and John have been married since 2007[/caption]
5 hours agoworld NewsComments Off on I dated Charlotte Church and was known as the David Beckham of rugby, but I swapped that for pulling pints in my local
GAVIN HENSON was once the David Beckham of rugby union and dated a global pop star – now he’s pulling pints in his local.
The former professional rugby union player swapped the sporting spotlight for running a community pub in Wales.
Getty - ContributorGavin Henson was married to singer Charlotte Church[/caption]
Getty - ContributorIt saw him dubbed the David Beckham of rugby[/caption]
AlamyHenson’s performance against England in 2005, epitomised by his famous tackle on Matthew Tait, helped establish him as one of the game’s biggest talents[/caption]
Times Newspapers LtdGavin Henson celebrates his winning kick against England on the way to the Grand Slam in 2005[/caption]
The former fly-half, fullback and inside centre played for the likes of Llanelli, Swansea RFC, the Ospreys, Saracens, Toulon, Cardiff Blues, London Welsh, Bath, Bristol and the Dragons before his retirement in 2019.
Most notably he won 33 caps for Wales, helping them to Grand Slams in the 2005 and 2008 Six Nations.
He also joined the 2005 Lions tour to New Zealand.
Henson recently revealed he had been diagnosed with autism – as he explained why he doesn’t keep in touch with his former teammates.
He told the The Big Jim Show podcast. “I suppose, with some of the ex-rugby boys, I’m a poor friend.
“I am on the autism spectrum, so that’s my excuse. It’s just the way I am; it’s nothing personal. I can be a little bit odd.
“It’s not like I’ve gone out and made a new friend. I struggle with socialising that way unless I’ve had a drink.”
Henson regularly found himself in the headlines as arguably rugby’s highest-profile player, but now his closest similarity to Beckham is playing for his pub’s Sunday League team – although he still shaves his legs before games.
Speaking to The Times, he said: “I play defensive midfield. I’m the only one with the discipline; everyone else wants to go up and score. And I take the free kicks.”
Henson’s off-field antics often attracted the spotlight as much as his feats did on it, but he is adamant that he was “good for the game”.
He says: “I could have been better for the game. Did it rub people up the wrong way? Maybe. The attention, or the way I was? I don’t know. Are we crying out for a personality to be in the game right now? Probably, yes.
“I like watching football, see. I always watched Man United. Eric Cantona, Ryan Giggs, the flamboyant footballers, white boots.
“I loved the entertainers. I was driven by playing for the coach but also for the fans — I just wanted to entertain. I don’t know why but that’s the way I was.
“I didn’t want to score tries, I didn’t want the limelight like that. I preferred putting people in. I’d like to think I wasn’t selfish at all.
“But they were quite an effective 33 caps, no? I did leave a stamp on the game. Some people get 50-60 games and you can’t really recall their moments.
“I just struggled with my body. If I knew how to manage it a bit earlier, I’d have been a lot better for it. I am at peace with what I achieved.”
Henson continued: “Where my weakness was — and I probably needed help on this — you look at [Cristiano] Ronaldo or [Lionel] Messi, [think] ‘How do they keep on doing it?’ I think they just set new goals.
“My goal was always: play for Wales, play for British Lions. When I achieved that, I didn’t set a new goal. I felt I’d achieved what I wanted. I got to the top of the mountain and there wasn’t much up there. I then flew down it.”
After his injury problems eventually proved to be too much for him mentally, he opted to step away from the game he grew up loving.
After working as a labourer for a while, the man who famously used to admire himself in the mirror before matches now says he has “lost all my muscle” after shedding over two stone.
But now he is back working “full-on” running The Fox with his wife, whom he has one son with, and he appears to be loving life again.
Henson said: “My friend was putting pressure on me to buy it. I was coming to the end of my career and it had been sat here for 18 months, two years.
“It was not nice for the village and I needed something to do after rugby and to be busy, not to mourn rugby and get depressed, as they say everyone does. But be careful what you wish for, because this is so full-on.
“I’m just Daddy now, without the risk of getting injured.”
PA:Press AssociationHe was in a relationship with singing sensation Church[/caption]
GettyThe former Wales international is now pulling pints in his local[/caption]
The star is now married to Katie and plays Sunday League footy for the pubInstagram/Mouldykt
5 hours agoworld NewsComments Off on Hibs vs Celtic LIVE SCORE: In comes McCowan, Idah and Taylor as Rodgers makes THREE changes after Bayern heartache
IT’S back to domestic duty for Celtic this lunchtime after their European heartache in midweek with an intriguing clash against Hibs at Easter Road.
The Hoops came so close to a remarkable knockout stage win over European big hitters Bayern Munich this week but only ended up with tears for souvenirs after Alphonso Davies‘ late strike.
Luke McCowan comes into the Celtic starting lineupA general stadium view of Easter Road
And Brendan Rodgers freshens up his line-up for the challenge of taking on an in-form Hibs side at Easter Road.
5 hours agoworld NewsComments Off on Man sought help after alleged Scots street attack as probe launched
A MAN sought help after he was allegedly assaulted.
Detectives have launched an urgent enquiry after reports of a man being injured on William Street, Johnstone.
Police are urging anyone with information to get in touch and they continue door-to-door enquiries.
Detective Inspector Gordon Smith said: “We have established the injured man sought help from the occupants of a flat on William Street after he was allegedly attacked.
“At this stage the location of the alleged attack is unknown.
“I am therefore appealing to anyone who was in the area around the time to contact us with any information.
“Did you see or hear any disturbance? If you have any information, no matter how insignificant it might seem, please do get in touch with us.”
“Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland via 101.
“Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 and give your information anonymously.
A PoliceScotland spokesperson said: Detectives are appealing for information after a man was allegedly seriously assaulted in Johnstone on Friday, 21 February 2025.
“Around 6.45pm, police received a report a man had been injured in William Street.
“Emergency services attended and the 42-year-old man was taken to hospital where he remains.
“A 45-year-old man has been arrested and enquiries are ongoing.
“Officers are carrying out door-to-door enquiries and checking for any relevant CCTV footage.”
5 hours agoworld NewsComments Off on BGT hopeful Akira is already famous in Japan, has millions of YouTube likes and has been perfecting act for 10 years
A BRITAIN’S Got Talent hopeful has already found fame in Japan – clocking up millions of YouTube engagements for his racy videos.
Comedian Akira Ohashi, 44, stunned viewers of the ITV reality series on Friday with his naked act.
Tom DymondJapanese comedian Akira – who wowed in a daring BGT audition this week – is already famous online[/caption]
ITVBritain’s Got Talent judge Amanda Holden was left stunned as he appeared on stage with just a tray to conceal his modesty[/caption]
YouTubeYet away from the ITV series, Akira has a successful YouTube page with more than 500 videos uploaded[/caption]
Known as Akira, he performed with just a tray to cover his modesty, puling off various tricks.
He first told Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli that he would show them the Blackpool Tower and quickly flipped his tray to reveal an image of the landmark.
He then tied a toy car to a ball, which was covering his privates, and moved along with it – being careful not to reveal too much.
Host Ant McPartlin – who was watching from the sidelines – declared: “He was so close!”
Yet despite bidding for the BGT title – which would see the performer receive £250,000 in prize money and the opportunity to perform at the Royal Variety Performance if successful – Akira already has a large social media following.
His YouTube page – which showcases various clips of his risky acts – has more than 20,000 subscribers.
One pendulum video, posted six years ago and which promises “fun, naked entertainment” has almost a million views and more than 700 comments.
Subscribers have been quick to comment on the bawdy scenes, with one writing: “You are awesome!! This is really funny and really simple and great!
Another put: “I needed this level of happiness in my life!”
A third then noted: “The confidence in him when he turns his hips sideways.”
In total, his YouTube offering has a whopping 510 videos already.
TRAY TRICKS
Akira has been performing his naked tray act for the past ten years and previously hit back at criticism telling The Japan Times in 2019: “I’m aware there’s criticism and that’s fine.
“Some people see this naked guy on stage and feel it’s inappropriate, which I completely understand.
BGT's Best Golden Buzzer Moments
BGT have handed out many Golden Buzzer's over the years, can you remember some of the most famous
Loren Allred – Loren Allred, 32, from Brooklyn, New York jetted to London to audition after recording the vocals for The Greatest Showman. The stunning singer got a standing ovation and a Golden Buzzer from the judges as she delivered a stirring rendition of Never Enough from the popular film. Loren came out on stage and revealed to the judges they would have heard her voice many times before that moment. “I was hired to record the vocals for The Greatest Showman as a guide for the actors to know how to sing the songs,” she explained. Loren then revealed actress Rebecca Ferguson was so stunned by her singing that she decided to let her vocals be heard in the movie. “So she lip-synced,” Loren said.
Chicken Shed Theatre Company – Comprised of individuals aged between 5 and 37, the group was set up to welcome anyone irrespective of background to get up on stage and perform and fulfil their dream. Chicken Shed prides itself on accepting anyone and does not hold auditions to make the group a safe and inclusive space. The group wowed as they performed Wonder by Naughty Boy featuring Emeli Sande. It meant that Alesha wasted no time as she decided to hit her golden buzzer for the young performers. She told them it was her “honour” to reward their inclusiveness with her golden buzzer.
The Dancing Granny – Granny Paddy Jones and her professional partner Niko Espinosa first hit headlines when they won the Spanish talent show Tú sí que vales in 2009, before going on to appear on Britain’s Got Talent in 2014 where they came ninth. Amanda Holden was so impressed with Paddy that she gave her the Golden Buzzer, which sent them straight through to the semi-finals. But things took a worrying turn when Paddy cracked a rib while rehearsing a new move and her place on the show was under doubt. She was given the all-clear to perform in the end but didn’t quite live up to expectations.
Bars and Melody – They will forever be remembered for their anti-bullying song on the talent show. Bars and Melody were first seen on the 2014 series of Britain’s Got Talent, getting shuttled into the semi-finals when Simon Cowell pressed his Golden Buzzer. They made it to the final thanks to a performance of I’ll Be Missing You but lost out on the crown to Collabro. These days Charlie Lenehan – known as Melody – is covered in tattoos, with inkings on his neck, arms and chest. But he is as close as ever to co-star Leondre Devries – who is Bars – with the pair seen enjoying themselves in exotic locations all over the world.
“Those who watch the whole act, however, realise there’s nothing dirty about it.
“It’s just a middle-aged guy with a tray, a bow tie and no other clothes.”
BGT show has run since 2007 and has produced winners including Susan Boyle, Paul Potts and Diversity.
YouTubeHis pendulum video has almost a million views[/caption]
Tom DymondHe has told how he is ‘fine’ with the criticism his act sometimes sparks[/caption]
ITVAlesha Dixon was stunned when Akira’s tray revealed the image of the Blackpool Tower[/caption]
5 hours agoworld NewsComments Off on My wife’s doctor appointment during pregnancy revealed her affair years ago – but it’s still my child
A MAN revealed how his pregnant wife’s doctor appointment exposed her extra marital affair in an unexpected way.
The paternity of the unborn baby wasn’t what gave the betrayal away.
GettyA Reddit user revealed how his wife’s pregnancy made him realise she had an affair years earlier (stock image)[/caption]
In his post, the unnamed Reddit user gave some background on his relationship.
He explained he has been with his wife for eight years, and married for five of them.
The couple were expecting their first child and had recently attended a seven month check up at the doctor’s.
Part of the appointment involved carrying out a blood test on the pregnant woman.
“As I was going through the results subconsciously, I noticed that my wife’s blood type is B+,” the poster wrote.
The man recalled his wife telling him she was blood type O- years earlier.
While this may seem like an innocent mistake, the circumstances of the lie made him suspicious.
“Six years ago before we got married, I remember that I was on a two week long work trip [when] my wife told me she was with her girlfriends and she would be back by 10:00 PM,” he explained.
He recalled how her communication that night became “less and less frequent”.
When he didn’t hear from her after she got home, the Reddit user decided to check his wife’s location.
However, it was switched off and she never answered any of his calls or texts.
Assuming she was already asleep or “passed out drunk” he brushed it off.
The next day, his wife rang to explain the traumatic reason why she had been off the grid all night.
She told her husband that her friend had been in a car accident and had “lost a lot of blood”.
“She had to donate blood because she has the blood type O- which is compatible with her friend,” he recalled.
Four red flags your partner is cheating
Private Investigator Aaron Bond from BondRees revealed four warning signs your partner might be cheating.
They start to take their phone everywhere with them
In close relationships, it’s normal to know each other’s passwords and use each other’s phones, if their phone habits change then they may be hiding something.
Aaron says: “If your partner starts changing their passwords, starts taking their phone everywhere with them, even around the house or they become defensive when you ask to use their phone it could be a sign of them not being faithful.”
“You should also look at how they place their phone down when not in use. If they face the phone with the screen facing down, then they could be hiding something.”
They start telling you less about their day
When partners cheat they can start to avoid you, this could be down to them feeling guilty or because it makes it easier for them to lie to you.
“If you feel like your partner has suddenly begun to avoid you and they don’t want to do things with you any more or they stop telling you about their day then this is another red flag.”
“Partners often avoid their spouses or tell them less about their day because cheating can be tough, remembering all of your lies is impossible and it’s an easy way to get caught out,” says Aaron.
Their libido changes
Your partner’s libido can change for a range of reasons so it may not be a sure sign of cheating but it can be a red flag according to Aaron.
Aaron says: “Cheaters often have less sex at home because they are cheating, but on occasions, they may also have more sex at home, this is because they feel guilty and use this increase in sex to hide their cheating. You may also find that your partner will start to introduce new things into your sex life that weren’t there before.”
They become negative towards you
Cheaters know that cheating is wrong and to them, it will feel good, this can cause tension and anxiety within themselves which they will need to justify.
“To get rid of the tension they feel inside they will try to convince themselves that you are the problem and they will become critical of you out of nowhere. Maybe you haven’t walked the dog that day, put the dishes away or read a book to your children before bedtime. A small problem like this can now feel like a big deal and if you experience this your partner could be cheating,” warns Aaron.
So after returning home from their doctor’s appointment he confronted his wife over the lie.
“She confessed to cheating on me with a guy she met at the bar the night she was with her girlfriends,” he said.
The poster went to stay with his cousin as he processed the betrayal.
He revealed their friends and family had been contacting him to forgive his wife as the stress she was under is “not good for the baby”.
Reddit users shared their thoughts on the situation in the comments section.
“Let’s not forget she didn’t willingly confess, the original poster caught her out in a lie, how many other lies has she told him?” asked one reader.
“She’s shown she’s willing to lie to you and cheat on you if it suits her needs,” pointed out another person.
“Pity about your child, about to be raised in two separate households but that’s what happens when you cheat – you tend to lose your partner,” commented a third Reddit user.
GettyThe poster caught his pregnant wife out in a years-long lie when he attended a doctor’s appointment with her (stock image)[/caption]
