Long-distance triathlete Kat Matthews is preparing to take a big step into the unknown after a horrifying collision. The 31-year-old will make her racing comeback next month as she takes on the IRONMAN Texas on April 22. But in that very same US state last year, things went catastrophically wrong for the Brit as she was hit by a car while out on a training ride. She fractured her skull, two vertebrae in her neck, her sternum, a rib and she recently also discovered she’d fractured her hip socket. By her own admission she could have died in that crash. Matthews doesn’t shy away from the psychological toll this has taken on her, and now that she’s preparing to get back to racing, it’s a massive step into unchartered territory. “Nothing is set in stone and that’s how it works in this sport I think,” she told Mirror Sport. “You can be having a great week and the next week you’re injured. “I had this plan in November but this week I actually entered the race so it’s really … [Read more...] about Triathlete Kat Matthews ventures into the unknown after horrifying training crash
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PLDT trips Choco Mucho, looks to clean up game before semifinals duel vs their coach’s former team
PLDT’s Mika Reyes attacks Choco Mucho’s defense. PVL PHOTO Immediately after winning a championship, Rald Ricafort packed his bags and switched to a different team. He was sold, he said, on the youth movement of PLDT and decided to pitch camp there. He has circled back to his former team again, this time as its semifinal opponent. “At least, we already got to play them before,” Ricafort said on Thursday. “It was a good fight and we will review that game again.” The stakes will be higher this time. After sealing the No. 3 seed with a 21-25, 25-23, 25-23, 25-16 victory over Choco Mucho in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at PhilSports Arena, the High Speed Hitters will brace for a semifinal series against Petro Gazz. The best-of-three semifinals get going on Saturday with top seed Creamline battling rival F2 Logistics in the other pairing. Need to improve The High Speed Hitters own a five-set elimination round win over the Angels, who won the … [Read more...] about PLDT trips Choco Mucho, looks to clean up game before semifinals duel vs their coach’s former team
Guinness-loving horse bought for less than price of a cow is on course for Cheltenham Gold Cup glory on St Patrick’s Day
A GUINNESS-loving horse bought for less than the price of a cow is on course for a taste of Cheltenham Gold Cup glory on St Patrick’s Day. Hewick, which cost just £800, will prove the luck really is with the Irish if he lands the festival’s blue riband race today. The eight-year-old was purchased by Co Carlow-based trainer John “Shark” Hanlon for the knock-down price and is now a lively outsider for the big race. The horse made headlines last October when Hanlon took him into his local pub, The Pint Depot, and . Hanlon with the horse and exercise jockey Matthew Rigney, said: “ let him have a slurp of Guinness ” He added: “The story is brilliant. To buy a horse like Hewick for £800 just never happens. “You can buy a cow for more money than that.” READ MORE ON CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL HEAR THE ROAR Latest Cheltenham Festival results plus Templegate's big Gold Cup tips READY TO ROAR Cheltenham Festival TV guide 2023: How to … [Read more...] about Guinness-loving horse bought for less than price of a cow is on course for Cheltenham Gold Cup glory on St Patrick’s Day
Dolly Parton, Michelle Pfeiffer, others mourn Leslie Jordan: ‘Rest in peace lil’ brother’
close Video I’ve done some unfortunate incarcerations: Leslie Jordan Actor Leslie Jordan shares his story with Gutfeld and guests of when he was in jail with Robert Downey Jr. after drunk driving on ‘Gutfeld!’ Legendary comedian Leslie Jordan died following a car crash in Los Angeles Monday. He was 67. Los Angeles Police Department officials confirmed to Fox News Digital that officers responded to a car collision at approximately 8:50 a.m. in the Hollywood division . Officer Moore said authorities responded to a "medical emergency" shortly before 9 a.m. Celebrities have flocked to social media to share their condolences and kind words for the late star. Celebrities including Lynda Carter and Michelle Pfeiffer are remembering the late Leslie Jordan. (Getty Images) Fox Entertainment shared a statement with Fox News Digital regarding Jordan's passing. ACTOR, INSTAGRAM SENSATION LESLIE JORDAN CELEBRATES … [Read more...] about Dolly Parton, Michelle Pfeiffer, others mourn Leslie Jordan: ‘Rest in peace lil’ brother’
EastEnders stars with second jobs – bricklaying, property development and hairdressing
Kat Slater is left horrified in EastEnders , after Freddie Slater announces he is embarking on a new career – selling photos of his feet. Freddie decides to push ahead with his plan to make money for the family, but Kat is not so keen. While Freddie is trying to make money on-screen in his new career path, a number of EastEnders stars have led different careers away from the soap too – including hairdressing, property development and modelling. READ MORE: EastEnders fans brand newbie Emma 'master villain' as she 'rivals Janine' Here, Daily Star takes a look at some of the EastEnders stars with second jobs. Shona McGarty Whitney Jackson star Shona McGarty has impressed viewers with her singing talents on the soap – but did you know that she has a musical passion away from EastEnders too? Shona is part of a Gospel Choir in Bedfordshire and recently took to Instagram to share a clip of the group performing. She captioned the post: "Such an honour. A truly … [Read more...] about EastEnders stars with second jobs – bricklaying, property development and hairdressing
NCIS: LA fans upset as key characters ‘missing’ from next episode as finale edges closer
Watch the latest sneak peek of NCIS: Los Angeles 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 CBS viewers are already sharing their disappointment after noticing two main characters are "missing" from the upcoming episode 15 in NCIS: LA's fourteenth and final season. Viewers are complaining on social media that they can't spot them in newly released teaser clips. Related articles Beyond Paradise taken off air in BBC schedule shake-up Antiques Roadshow expert uncovers staggering value of £1 brooch Taster clips have been released ahead of Sunday's upcoming episode, which is this week titled "The Other Shoe". An official synopsis reveals that Sam (played by LL Cool J) will be the centre of attention … [Read more...] about NCIS: LA fans upset as key characters ‘missing’ from next episode as finale edges closer
‘Game changer’ item you should ‘always carry’ in your luggage ‘to avoid’ last-minute fees
Martin Lewis Extreme Savers: Expert on how to cut luggage costs 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 Loading up on souvenirs and gifts can be the thing that tips the scales for your luggage when returning from a holiday. However, a former flight attendant has shared a hack she uses while travelling to avoid being charged when her suitcase goes above the weight limit. Related articles I tried three packing methods to stop jewellery from tangling Flight attendant on what passengers should wear for free upgrade Kat Kamalani worked as a flight attendant for a US airline for over six years, and during that time she discovered a number of ways to make travelling easier. In a video posted to her … [Read more...] about ‘Game changer’ item you should ‘always carry’ in your luggage ‘to avoid’ last-minute fees
Rocky panics as Kathy Beale makes shock announcement in EastEnders
KATHY Beale is ready to tie the knot with Rocky Cotton, despite their engagement being completely accidental. But the former con man is shocked when his other half makes an announcement next week in EastEnders . Alfie Moon, played by Shane Richie , decides to raid Big Mo's stash of wedding dresses in scenes due to air on BBC One . With her upcoming nuptials in mind, Kathy ( Gillian Taylforth ) gets tempted to try on a dress at the wedding emporium and likes what she sees. Later on, she tells her fiancé Rocky ( Brian Conley ) that she's got herself a dress for their wedding and she intends to set a date with Reverend Mills as soon as possible. Kathy may be expecting Rocky to be thrilled but, instead, the latter is actually heavily rattled by her announcement. More EastEnders OFF AGAIN Emma Harding flees Walford after uncomfortable secret revealed in EastEnders KAT FIGHT Enders fans open-mouthed as Stacey and … [Read more...] about Rocky panics as Kathy Beale makes shock announcement in EastEnders
I compared basic food items at Lidl and M&S to see what the prices were like – I was stunned by the results
A WOMAN has been left stunned after comparing the prices of basic products at Marks & Spencer and Lidl. Kat took to TikTok to share a video , writing over the top: " LIDL vs M&S price comparison, basics edition!" She began with a 1kg bag of carrots, which retails for 50p in both stores. Cucumbers are also the same price in both shops, at 75p each, as well as a 2 pint bottle of milk, which is £1.30 in both. Next up was chicken legs - £2 per kilogram in Marks & Spencer, and £2.09 per kilogram in Lidl. But perhaps one of the biggest surprises was packets of microwave rice, which were 99p in Lidl but just 65p in M&S. Read more Shopping stories MUST BUY I’m a savvy shopper, I’ve found M&S' ultimate £1 bargain - it even beats Aldi IT'S TIME! I'm a savvy shopper - there's an exact time to hit supermarkets for big bargains "Are you surprised?" Kat added in her video caption. And lots … [Read more...] about I compared basic food items at Lidl and M&S to see what the prices were like – I was stunned by the results