She was one of the original supermodels and has told of her encounters with famous men including Marlon Brando, Warren Beatty and cricketer turned Yet Marie Helvin has now admitted that she’s broke and considering applying for a job as a supermarket cashier. ‘I’m completely self-reliant, and I don’t know what I am going to do, because during the pandemic period, I’ve used up most of my savings now and I’m seriously thinking about going home,’ says Helvin, 69, who grew up in Hawaii . Marie Helvin has now admitted that she’s broke and considering applying for a job as a supermarket cashier Helvin introduced Princess Diana to Dodi Fayed at an Aids Trust ball at Cliveden in 1989 Helvin, who introduced Princess Diana to Dodi Fayed at an Aids Trust ball at Cliveden in 1989, lives in London, but believes ageism isn’t a factor in the U.S. Pacific Ocean state. ‘They have less stigma about age with getting jobs,’ she explains. ‘You can get a job at Whole Foods … [Read more...] about EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Former model Marie Helvin says she is so broke she may have to work in a supermarket
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Lotus to stop making new petrol car models from next year
British sports car maker Lotus is to phase out all new petrol models from next year as it shifts to a fully electrified line-up of vehicles. The 74-year-old business said it will be the first established sports car maker to drop petrol models after it announced the Emira will be the last to be powered by a combustion engine. Matt Windle, managing director at Lotus Cars, said: “All new mainstream vehicles from Lotus from 2023 will be fully electric. It means Lotus will become the first established sports car maker in the world to have a fully electrified product range.” It comes ahead of a looming Government ban on the sale of all new petrol and diesel cars from 2030 as Boris Johnson races to meet the UK’s net zero targets. Lord Grimstone, the investment minister, said: “It is brilliant to see Lotus, a truly iconic UK car brand, leading on the transition to cleaner transport. “I look forward to seeing Lotus continue to innovate and combine electrification with high … [Read more...] about Lotus to stop making new petrol car models from next year
Model moths mark Hull aviator Amy Johnson’s death
Published 27 June 2016 Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Models of moths have been appearing on buildings in Hull to commemorate aviator Amy Johnson who was born there. The first 18 of 59 fibreglass moths, each about 5ft (1.5m) wide, have been placed across the city to mark the 75th anniversary of her death. Ms Johnson flew a De Havilland Gipsy Moth airplane from the UK to Australia in 1930 - becoming the first woman to do so. The moth sculptures have been decorated by local artists. Read more about this and other stories across East Yorkshire In 2010, the city commemorated the 25th anniversary of the death of poet Phillip Larkin with decorated toad sculptures . The success of that idea was behind the "A Moth for Amy" trail. Ms Johnson was born in St George's Road, Hull, on 1 July 1903. Her solo flight to Australia took 19 days and she landed … [Read more...] about Model moths mark Hull aviator Amy Johnson’s death
Plus size model calls herself a ‘fat babe’ as she flaunts tummy in bikini
Plus size model Isabel Nicholls Nall has got fans hot under the collar with some sexy new bikini snaps. The body positive beauty, who boasts 266,000 Instagram followers, took to the site to pose for the sizzling swimwear pictures. In the snaps, the 22-year-old Worcester lass showed off her curves and cleavage as she donned a skimpy black two-piece and dark shades. READ MORE: Size 18 model flaunts curves in skimpy bikini as she exclaims 'bigger is better' Izzy was seen posing confidently in the swimwear as she stood against a white backdrop. In the first photo, the size 18 stunner stared straight down the camera lens as she posed with one hand to her head. While in a second, she emphasised her tummy by placing her hands on it while looking out into the distance. The bombshell teamed her flesh-flashing display with lined lips and bold brows while rocking her blonde locks in centre-parted waves. Captioning the post, she was as sassy as ever as she branded … [Read more...] about Plus size model calls herself a ‘fat babe’ as she flaunts tummy in bikini
Sylvester Stallone celebrates turning 76 with model wife Jennifer, 53, and three daughters
Sylvester Stallone steps out to celebrate Sylvester Stallone enjoyed a special pre-birthday meal with his wife, daughters, brother and other revellers in LA (Image: BACKGRID/GETTY) Sign up for FREE for the latest news from the world of showbiz SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Sylvester Stallone recently landed a role in the TV series Tulsa King, so there was every reason for him to embrace the party mood two days ahead of his actual birthday. The Hollywood actor showed up at Via Alloro in Beverly Hills with his glamorous wife Jennifer, 53, plus their three daughters, Sistene, Sophia and Scarlett, who are all in their 20s. Sylvester donned a crisp white shirt and a pair of blue jeans for his LA outing, with a pair of green suede boots … [Read more...] about Sylvester Stallone celebrates turning 76 with model wife Jennifer, 53, and three daughters
Pound faces ‘existential crisis’, Bank of America warns
T he pound is facing an “existential crisis” and is likely to weaken further during this year, one of Wall Street’s top banks has warned. Bank of America says sterling “finds itself in an increasingly invidious position” for reasons including “increasingly challenging” Bank of England communication. Kamal Sharma, a London-based foreign exchange strategist for the lender, said the outlook for the pound was “grim”. The warnings came as the price of oil breached $120 (£95) a barrel on Monday, hitting a two-month high amid tightness in the market and concern over supplies. Oil prices have risen amid tight supply driven by the fallout from Russia’s war in Ukraine, as well as increased demand as more economies return from Covid-related restrictions. China announced easing of its restrictions, while the European Union worked on a plan to ban imports of Russian crude. The pound has fallen about 6.6pc this year in dollar terms, leaving it as one of the worst performers among the … [Read more...] about Pound faces ‘existential crisis’, Bank of America warns
Housing market slump feared as mortgage lending plunges by a third
Tui cancels quarter of flights from Manchester Airport FTSE 100 adds 0.1pc S&P 500 little changed, Nasdaq up 0.5pc Matthew Lynn: Businesses must go on strike over Sunak’s disgraceful tax raid Sign up here for our daily business briefing newsletter M ortgage lending fell by more than a third in April, stoking fears of a slowdown in house prices. Total lending for house purchases slumped to £4.1bn, from £6.4bn in March, as the impact of higher interest rates kicked in. Data from the Bank of England showed mortgage approvals fell to around 66,000 over the month, compared with 70,700 in March. The number of loans granted was well beneath economists’ expectations, and below the average for the half-decade before the pandemic. 6:07PM Wrapping up T hat's all from us today, thank you for following! Before you go, have a look at the latest stories from our business reporters: Bank of England to take over collapsed … [Read more...] about Housing market slump feared as mortgage lending plunges by a third
Boots stock market float back on the table as £5bn sale collapses
T he American owners of Boots may revive plans for stock market float next year after scrapping the sale of Britain’s biggest chemist to a Wall Street buyout fund and Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani. Walgreens, which merged with Boots in 2014 in a deal worth £9bn, said none of the offers for the “adequately reflects the high potential value of Boots and No7 Beauty Company”. The Illinois-headquartered company said bidders had struggled to arrange bank loans to buy Boots after financial markets “suffered unexpected and dramatic change”. Private equity fund Apollo and Mr Ambani had been in pole position to acquire Boots after Walgreens chairman Stefano Pessina put the business up for sale in January. But a £5bn approach — considerably lower than the £7bn Mr Pessina is said to have wanted — fell through. Ornella Barra, Boots operating chief, wrote to the company’s 56,000 staff saying she was “happy to confirm that it has been decided that Boots and No7 Beauty Company will … [Read more...] about Boots stock market float back on the table as £5bn sale collapses
Net zero red tape to be ditched as Britain returns to coal
Fossil fuel power plants are set to be temporarily freed from planned checks on their emissions in a scramble to prevent blackouts as Britain turns back to coal . Coal and gas stations providing back-up supply in 2023 will not have to get reports on their emissions signed off by an independent expert under changes being proposed by Whitehall officials. There is growing concern over energy security amid fears Russia will shut off gas supplies to Europe in retaliation for sanctions imposed in response to its war on Ukraine. The gradual retirement of the UK’s nuclear fleet in coming years as well as problems with France’s nuclear stations are adding to the pressure in energy markets. Coal-fired plants have already been asked to stay open this winter , while gas quality rules could also be relaxed to allow more from the North Sea into Britain’s pipes. Under rules from 2019, fossil fuel facilities bidding to take part in National Grid ESO’s market for back-up power supply … [Read more...] about Net zero red tape to be ditched as Britain returns to coal
Scramble to reopen Rough natural gas storage site
Britain's largest natural gas storage facility is to be reopened within months to help ease the energy crisis under plans being discussed with Kwasi Kwarteng. The mothballed Rough site under the North Sea could start receiving gas again before the onset of winter after its owner Centrica began talks with Mr Kwarteng, the Business Secretary. Restarting the site would allow Britain to store ten days of gas supply off the coast of east England, and would cost roughly £2bn. Ministers are preparing for what is expected to be a difficult winter, amid fears that tensions between Russia and Europe over the war in Ukraine could prompt Moscow to switch off gas supplies to the Continent. Rough has not been used for storage since 2017 but Centrica, the parent company of British Gas, has argued that it can be up and running again in a matter of months. Talks are said to have been constructive so far but a key sticking point is how the scheme will be paid for, with the company claiming … [Read more...] about Scramble to reopen Rough natural gas storage site