BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty rushed to support one of her colleagues who injured herself while riding an electric scooter. Martin Lewis' wife Lara Lewington revealed her bloodied face and stitches after suffering a horrific accident last week. The TV presenter took to her Instagram page with two selfies showing the gashes across her forehead and under her nose. Lara, 43, told her fans that she had fallen while riding an electric scooter and had to have stitches across her face. She posted two photos of her face, on the day of the accident and then six days into the painful healing process, on Instagram. "As an extremely clumsy person, always wobbly on two wheels, the electric scooter ride was never going to be a good idea," Lara wrote. READ MORE ON NAGA MUNCHETTY HAT'S ALL FOLKS BBC viewers spot Naga Munchetty in trainers on air as she hosts in huge hat WATER YOU DOING BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty interrupts … [Read more...] about BBC Breakfast’s Naga Munchetty rushes to support co-star after horror scooter injury slices face open
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U.S. attacks that killed “hundreds” of Russians and Syrians detailed in new report
New details have emerged regarding clashes between a U.S.-led coalition and an alliance of Syrian and Russian forces fighting on behalf of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in a new, dramatic report. Citing interviews and documents obtained by the newspaper, The New York Times revealed how a four-hour firefight erupted February 7 in eastern Syria, leaving hundreds of pro-Syrian government fighters—including Russians—dead. Syria has blamed the U.S. for the bloodshed, which the U.S. argues was in self-defense. Russia has distanced itself from the incident, telling the Pentagon that the Russians involved were volunteer fighters, not part of Russia's armed forces. When the dust finally settled, the article cited a Pentagon estimate of 200 to 300 "pro-regime" forces killed. Only one member of the U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces and none of the roughly 40 U.S. Special Forces involved were injured. The U.S. and Russia are both involved in operations against the Islamic State … [Read more...] about U.S. attacks that killed “hundreds” of Russians and Syrians detailed in new report
Boris Johnson named honorary citizen of Odesa
The Ukrainian Black Sea city of Odesa has made Boris Johnson an honorary citizen, the first Briton to receive the award. Mr Johnson is feted across Ukraine for the military help he has given the country since Russia invaded on Feb. 24 "We highly appreciate the help of your country, your prime minister," Gennady Trukhanov, Odesa's mayor, told BBC in an interview. "I would like to emphasise that this is the struggle of the entire civilised community against fascism version 2.0, and in this struggle Mr Johnson will become the first Honorary Citizen of the city from Great Britain, for the entire existence of the award, since 1862." British shoulder-mounted anti-tank missiles, weapons training and battlefield intelligence have been credited with helping Ukraine defend itself against Russia , which has more weapons, soldiers and tanks. Last month, Mr Johnson also pledged to send long-range missiles to Ukraine. Ukrainian forces fighting against Russia on the frontlines in … [Read more...] about Boris Johnson named honorary citizen of Odesa
Horse racing tips: Templegate NAP looks really, really hard to beat on handicap bow plus Coral-Eclipse tip at Sandown
TEMPLEGATE takes on Saturday's blockbuster action confident of finding you a winner or two. Read on for our man's top tips and back a horse by clicking their odds below. CHECKANDCHALLENGE (2.25 Sandown, nap) Touch of class, not disgraced in the 2,000 Guineas, hard to beat on handicap debut. HEREDIA (3.00 Sandown, nb) Smashing filly, slick win in a top handicap at Royal Ascot, looks different class. TACARIB BAY (4.25 Haydock, treble) Highly tried this season, drops in class and can outclass his 12 rivals. Most read in Horse Racing MATT CHAPMAN Why this French superstar can light up Coral Eclipse at Sandown FIVER FLUTTER Smash the bookies to bits with these three eyecatching tips on Saturday TEMPLEGATE'S TIPS Templegate's 3-1 NAP can win again after scoring at Royal Ascot YARD SALE Racing billionaire puts £45m property - with full-size football pitch - on market … [Read more...] about Horse racing tips: Templegate NAP looks really, really hard to beat on handicap bow plus Coral-Eclipse tip at Sandown
Mother of captured American soldier in Ukraine says part of recent conversation with son appeared ‘scripted’
The mother of one of two American soldiers captured by Russian forces says parts of a recent conversation with her son appeared 'scripted.' Alexander Drueke, 40, and Andy Huynh, 27, both of Alabama , were captured by Russian forces on June 11 when they didn't return to a meeting spot after their group came under heavy fire in the Kharkiv region of northeastern Ukraine near the Russian border. Drueke's mother, Lois 'Bunny' Drueke, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama spoke to her son on the phone Tuesday night for 10 minutes. Bunny said she believes parts of the conversation did not seem to be coming directly from him. 'It was obvious that there were two things going on,' she told Good Morning America (GMA). 'One, I could tell when he was telling me something scripted. And the other things he was saying was just the regular conversation, just ordinary conversations that mothers really treasure.' Bunny (pictured with her son at an unknown time) said the other parts of the phone … [Read more...] about Mother of captured American soldier in Ukraine says part of recent conversation with son appeared ‘scripted’
Russian President Vladimir Putin jokes Trump should visit Syria, Assad says he will host him
Russian President Vladimir Putin jokingly suggested that President Donald Trump should visit Syria during a candid moment with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, who appeared to approve of hosting the U.S. leader. The remarks are in footage that has recently surfaced in Russian-language media from Putin's trip last week to Syria , where he met Assad at the Russian military headquarters in Damascus before touring a number of religious and cultural sites for Eastern Orthodox Christmas. At one stop, the Mariamite Cathedral of Damascus, the two leaders could be seen on camera laughing alongside Greek Orthodox Patriarch John X of Antioch. "If Trump arrives along this road, he will be a good man," Assad said, to which Putin laughed before replying, "He will change for the better." After a brief pause, the Russian leader added, "Invite him, he will come." Assad laughed and responded, "I will tell him." Though previous presidents have met with Assad, and his father before him, the … [Read more...] about Russian President Vladimir Putin jokes Trump should visit Syria, Assad says he will host him
World’s Scariest Man left family unhappy over face tattoos with gran “really upset”
The World’s Scariest Man has lifted the lid on the meaning behind some of his tattoos - and revealed that his parents didn’t approve of his decision to ink his face. Martyn Ford began his sporting career as a cricketer, playing for Warwickshire and featuring in the England set-up before bulking up to become a famous fitness influencer. The strongman has since developed a reputation as the World’s Scariest Man for his intimidating, tattooed figure. After turning his hand to fighting, Ford recently made headlines when he was forced to cancel his much-anticipated bout with Sajad Gharibi, the Iranian Hulk, after suggesting that he had concerns for his opponent’s mental wellbeing . READ MORE: World's Scariest Man missed out on seven-figure fee after scrapping Iranian Hulk bout Now, speaking to entrepreneur Rob Moore on his podcast , Ford has lifted the lid on why he decided to alter his image so dramatically, and explained that his tattoos had escalated as a result of his … [Read more...] about World’s Scariest Man left family unhappy over face tattoos with gran “really upset”
How seaside town a stone’s throw from millionaires’ row was turned into ‘drugs capital of the South’
A SHADOWY figure races across the high street to a gaunt-looking couple. Within seconds they’re passed a small bag and he darts away through the shoppers and families. It’s not an unusual sight in Boscombe , Dorset , which for years was known as the “ drugs capital of the South” and ranked on the top 50 worst places to live in England . While the former spa town has shaken off that unsavoury title this year, locals nonetheless paint a picture of rampant drug use, street drinking and vicious attacks. It’s clearly a tale of two Boscombes, as just a stone’s throw away properties overlooking the picturesque beaches can sell for £1.5million. In the first of our Broke Britain series, where we visit towns struggling to survive amid the cost of living crisis, Boscombe locals speak of violence on the streets and a "forgotten" high street on its knees after a number of shop closures. When The Sun visited we saw rundown rows of pound shops and vacant businesses, many of … [Read more...] about How seaside town a stone’s throw from millionaires’ row was turned into ‘drugs capital of the South’
‘End of Putin’ Farage says Russian troops reject invasion and oligarchs seek ‘revenge’
Ukraine: Bob Stewart questions morale of Russian forces Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top politics stories again 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 Economic sanctions have combined with reports of Russian soldiers reticent to take up arms, despite the world watching on as a Russian convoy makes its way towards the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv. Estimates place the length of the convoy at a staggering 40 miles long. Related articles Putin humiliated as Russian troops down weapons in collapse of morale 'Money is worthless everyone is panicking' – Nightmare grips Russia Mr Farage tweeted: “The info I am getting is that many Russian soldiers are reluctant to fight their cousins. “Add to … [Read more...] about ‘End of Putin’ Farage says Russian troops reject invasion and oligarchs seek ‘revenge’
Brexit: Remainer plot EXPOSED as ‘Whitehall shenanigans’ used to punish team Leave
Remainer plot EXPOSED as 'Whitehall shenanigans' used to punish team Leave (Image: GETTY) Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top politics stories again 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 Kate Hoey, Labour MP for Vauxhall between 1989 and 2019, has suggested the partygate fallout is being weaponised by Remainers. Speaking in the House of Lords, she said: "I think outside this place, and perhaps some elements of the media that many elements of the public -probably the majority of the public - want to draw a line under all this so we can move on so we can get on with the issues that are really effecting the country. But can I ask the noble lady, does she agree with me that there will be some people who will never ever give up criticising the … [Read more...] about Brexit: Remainer plot EXPOSED as ‘Whitehall shenanigans’ used to punish team Leave