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Mo'Nique announced she weighs less than 200 lbs. for the first time since she was 17. The Oscar winner, 50, posted videos and photos to celebrate the milestone via her Instagram on Thursday. 'Hey my loves. Under 200lbs. We can do it. Believe you can. Don't happen overnight but it happens,' she captioned the pic of herself looking trim in a black tank top. Scroll down for video Getting healthy! Mo'nique announced she weighs less than 200 lbs. for the first time since she was 17 via Instagram on Thursday Milestone: The Oscar winner, 50, posted videos and photos to celebrate the milestone; pictured in February (left) and 2006 (right) 'I said that I would share this journey with y’all, the weight loss and getting healthy,” Mo’Nique said in the posted video. 'And today when I got on the scale, since I was 17 years old, I’ve been over 200 lbs. Today was the first time in my adult life that I’ve been under 200 lbs. RELATED ARTICLES … [Read more...] about Mo’Nique, 50, announces she weighs less than 200 pounds for the first time in adult life

Rail chiefs are on the cusp of privatising thousands of miles of trackside phone lines in a move that will pave the way for commuters to get faster on-board internet coverage . Some 10,000 miles of phone cables running next to railway lines are to be sold off under proposals also intended to boost broadband speeds for millions of households. The winning investor will commit to upgrading the existing infrastructure and building 250 new mobile phone masts next to the tracks to help eradicate so-called 5G “notspots”. Officials launched an auction to sell off the phone lines a year ago, slapping a £1bn price tag on the sell-off. Two investment groups have now been selected to go into the final round. The first includes Neos, co-owned by SSE, the FTSE 100 energy giant, which is bidding in conjunction with Spanish firm Cellnex, one of Europe’s biggest telecoms companies, according to City sources. They will compete against a group that includes mobile phone company Nokia, … [Read more...] about Privatisation plan to give commuters faster internet

“Embrace risk.” “It’s not rejection, it’s just redirection.” “Failure is an event, not a person.” If you’re in need of motivational work missives, LinkedIn might be your first destination. In among the job announcements, the newly published research papers and the requests for work or fresh talent, there is now a trend to post content with a more emotional bent: mood-boosting mantras, tales of rags to riches, intimate reveals of how to overcome mental health crises, and – in a development that is imbuing LinkedIn with shades of Facebook – increasing numbers of deeply personal announcements. Users are posting marriage photos, baby scans, coming-out announcements and tales of ill health. If the work/life merge is inevitable then it would appear LinkedIn is Ground Zero. “Personal LinkedIn posts have increased since the pandemic started,” says Rachael Rowland, who works in corporate HR, specifically diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). “The pandemic triggered a desire for human … [Read more...] about How LinkedIn became the new Facebook

The Prince of Wales took more than 20 private flights, including several helicopters, within the UK last year in order to avoid being stuck in traffic, it has emerged. The heir to the throne is said to be “allergic” to travelling by helicopter, one of the most polluting modes of travel. However, the annual Sovereign Grant report revealed that he took several flights during the last financial year, including hopping between engagements in Northern Ireland and Wales and a 70-mile trip from London to RAF Brize Norton, in order to catch a charter flight to Jordan. The Prince and the Duchess of Cornwall also appear to have flown separately to Wales by helicopter from their respective homes, Highgrove in Gloucestershire and Ray Mill in Wiltshire. The couple took more than 15 charter flights, including to and from Belfast, and multiple journeys from residence to residence - including Glasgow to Northolt last July and Northolt to Marham to Aberdeen in December. It comes as the Duchy … [Read more...] about Prince Charles took more than 20 private flights within the UK ‘to avoid being stuck in traffic’

I need edgier sex. I need surprises, wickedness and peril. My girlfriend says she understands but feels embarrassed about buying sex toys, booking adult-only holidays – and taking part in group sex sessions. She begs me to give her more time, but I can feel the best years of my life passing me by. When do I get to start living? If I’m honest, I feel short-changed. READ MORE: Ex-tennis star Dylan Alcott uses discreet sex toy on girlfriend in restaurant All of my mates are enjoying very different experiences to me. The single ones are on dating apps, they’re meeting new ­partners and playing the field. In contrast the married ones are swinging, swapping and ­going to professionally run adult parties. Just the other day my oldest mate texted me to say that he and his partner were just back from a posh house event in London . Apparently, the tickets cost a fortune but it was worth it – the best thrill of his life. They wore masks, played with strap-ons and a … [Read more...] about ‘I need edgier love life but girlfriend is shy about group sex – I feel short-changed’

Tom Parker’s widow, Kelsey Parker, has shared a touching message to Deborah James after she revealed she was under hospice care and no longer able to have cancer treatment. The You, Me and the Big C podcast host, 40, had told her followers that she was having hospice care at home and it was unknown how long she had left after battling bowel cancer for five years. Kelsey, 32, took to her Instagram story to share a touching tribute to Deborah and thank her for the support she had shown to Tom, who died at the end of March at the age of 33 after battling a stage four glioblastoma brain tumour. She wrote: ‘Sending love, light and strength to you, your family and babies. Deborah, you are an Earth Angel. You’ve raised so much awareness and money, you’re a hero. ‘Your courage is inspiring. You were a pillar of strength for my Tommy Boy, always there with advice. ‘I know you were both members of a club that you didn’t want to be in. I wish we all could’ve met under … [Read more...] about Tom Parker’s widow Kelsey says Deborah James was ‘pillar of strength’ to him as he battled brain cancer

Ukraine cuts ties with Syria over Luhansk and Donetsk recognition Amnesty report says Russia committed 'war crime' with Mariupol theater strike Russian troops have withdrawn from Snake Island The European Court of Human Rights has ordered Russia not to execute two Britons captured after fighting for Ukraine This article was last updated at 13:46 UTC/GMT Lavrov: New 'iron curtain' is descending Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Thursday that a new "iron curtain" was descending between Russia and the West. "It's practically already coming into place. Let them just behave carefully," Lavrov said of Western countries during a news conference. The Kremlin's decision to invade Ukraine has sparked an overhaul of Europe's foreign, defense and security policies. Biden hails 'historic' NATO summit While closing a NATO summit in Madrid , US President Joe Biden described the meeting as "historic," noting the last time the military alliance updated its … [Read more...] about Ukraine: Russia pulls back forces from Snake Island — live updates

The first time Jamyang Chotso kicked a football was when she was 12. This was in a settlement for Tibetan refugees in Dharamshala, a hillside city in Northern India that is home to the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan government-in-exile. "I had no boots," says Chotso, reflecting on her early experiences of football. "We played on a dusty school ground." Now, at 25, Chotso is a central defender and captain of FC Tibet, the host team for the inaugural CONIFA World Cup for women, which features teams not recognized by global football's governing body, FIFA. Her journey from refugee to leader is a powerful story that echoes the profound struggles of so many Tibetans. Since 1950, Tibet has been ruled by China. Many Tibetans have fled to other countries for a better life. With the help of a guide, Chotso escaped at the age of eight. "I was too young to understand what was happening at the time," she tells DW, describing the night she left her family. "I didn't know why my parents … [Read more...] about CONIFA World Cup: Representing Tibet, the country I fled

Local residents have slammed "vile" revellers who have left behind "human excrement" and "litter everywhere" following the annual Appleby Horse Fair. The fair in Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria, is the largest gathering and celebration of the travelling community, attracting thousands of people every year. But as the crowds disappeared, local residents were left not only picking up the pieces but clearing a sea of litter and 'human excrement' in the area. Shocking images show members of the public trawling through swathes of rubbish as local media reported that 70 bin liners had already been filled following the weekend antics. Huge piles of rubbish were left behind after the fair ( Image: Katielee Arrowsmith / SWNS) Another image posted to Twitter showed what appeared to be human faeces laying in a path. Appleby Fair Communities Group tweeted: "Human excrement, litter, vandalism.... All down one of our most beautiful spots in Appleby. This needs cleaning asap … [Read more...] about Locals slam Appleby Horse Fair as revellers leave ‘human excrement and litter everywhere’

By Angelica Casas in San Antonio, Sam Cabral & Bernd Debusmann Jr. Published 1 day ago Share close Share page Copy link About sharing "Poverty and desperation" led to the deaths of at least 50 migrants abandoned in a Texas lorry, Mexico's president has said. Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador blamed trafficking and "a lack of control" at the border - the worst case of migrant deaths due to smuggling in the US. Nearly two dozen Mexicans, seven Guatemalans and two Hondurans were among the dead. Those found alive, including four children, were taken to hospital. The survivors were "hot to the touch" and suffering from heat stroke and heat exhaustion. So far, Mexican authorities have said that at least two Mexican citizens are being treated for dehydration in hospital. Consular officials are working to confirm their identities. Authorities are working to confirm the … [Read more...] about Texas migrant deaths: Mexico blames poverty and US border crisis