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Paige Spiranac hit back at a social media critic who quizzed the stunning golf personality about her future looks, by posting a picture with her ageless mother. The 29-year-old American is a former professional golfer, now turned coach, who posts social media videos with tips and her views. She has also got over 3.5 million followers on Instagram. And in a recent video on social media, Spiranac had praised Nick Faldo for his career both on and off the course - after he just retired after 16 years talking about the sport on American TV network CBS - before criticising his last couple of years after losing his 'spark' in the commentary box. READ MORE: Nick Faldo bids emotional farewell to TV career - but Paige Spiranac is 'rejoicing' This prompted a tweet from a golf fan who stuck up for the six-time major winner, with the social media user questioning where Spiranac will be in 20 years time 'without your looks'. But Spiranac hit back in style with a tongue in cheek … [Read more...] about Golf fans go mad as Paige Spiranac posts photo of her age-defying mum in her 60s

A brave five-year-old girl nicknamed Lele from central China has come to represent defiance in the face of a physical disability that left her without a nasal bridge. In one video shared by her mother, surnamed Zhang, the little girl from Henan province was playing outside alone. When her mother asked her why, Lele responded: "No child wants to play with me because I look different from them." But rather than feeling sorry for herself, Lele told her mother: "Do not feel bad, mum. Let people say whatever they want ." Zhang said: "Lele being sensitive to my feelings makes me feel even worse for her." Zhang told Henan Television that the girl's nose stopped growing when she was about two years old. Besides, Lele also has a jaw disorder, which makes her face hard to the touch. The disability means her nasal cavity is obstructed by bones because the nose would normally be lifted away from the skull by the bridge, which means she can only breathe with her mouth. Zhang said her … [Read more...] about ‘Don’t feel bad, mum’: Chinese toddler who’s born without a nose bridge goes viral for comforting her mother

WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge was to decide as soon as Friday whether to grant the Department of Justice's request to unseal the warrant that authorized the FBI to search former President Donald Trump’s Florida estate. Attorney General Merrick Garland declared there was “substantial public interest in this matter,” and Trump backed the warrant's “immediate” release. The decision on whether to unseal the records lay with U.S. Magistrate Judge Bruce Reinhart, the same judge who signed off on the search warrant. The Justice Department had until Friday afternoon to tell the judge whether Trump’s lawyers agree or disagree with the proposal to make it public. In messages posted on his Truth Social platform, Trump wrote, “Not only will I not oppose the release of documents ... I am going a step further by ENCOURAGING the immediate release of those documents.” He continued to assail the FBI search of Mar-a-Lago as “unAmerican, unwarranted and unnecessary.” Trump himself has been … [Read more...] about Trump home search: Judge deciding on unsealing the warrant

London (CNN Business) Britons are bracing themselves for more tough times ahead as the economy starts to shrink and a new forecast suggests average annual energy bills could exceed £5,000 ($6,000) next year. Official data published on Friday showed that the country's GDP dropped by 0.1% in the second quarter of this year. Some analysts believe the recession forecast by the Bank of England last week has already begun. The decline was driven by a 0.4% drop in the service sector, mostly in the health services, and wholesale and retail trade, the Office for National Statistics said. Soaring energy prices have already helped push up inflation to a 40-year high of 9.4%, causing consumers to cut back on spending . Inflation is expected to peak about 13% later this year. According to estimates released Friday by energy research firm Auxilione, the average annual energy bill for millions of UK households is expected to hit £5,277 ($6,396) next … [Read more...] about UK recession looms as households feel pain of soaring energy bills

Kisumu, Kenya (CNN) Kenya 's electoral officials on Friday blamed the delay in announcing the result of the country's presidential election on candidates' agents for slowing down the national tally of votes. The chair of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) accused party agents of approaching the process like a "forensic audit," saying they were disrupting the process . "Please don't interrogate the returning officers and slow down the process. If we do that then we shall not be able to finish this exercise," the chair Wafula Chebukati said during a press briefing on Friday. "Agents, play your role: observe, make notes and then let the process move on," he added, threatening to kick out disruptive individuals. Three days after the polls closed, 99.94% of results from polling stations have been submitted electronically, but only a small number have been verified and announced by the IEBC. Read More The wait has … [Read more...] about Kenya electoral officials blame presidential candidates’ agents for results delay

Two weeks ago today I was standing on the sports deck of the MV Viking Sea , sipping a glass of cab and staring up at the night sky, pretending I could accurately identify a single constellation beyond the Dippers. The Mediterranean whipped by below and the lights of port towns twinkled along the coastline. The temperature was easy and effortless, the wind from the water an orgasmic bonus. I could’ve stayed there for hours, but I had an early morning. On the way back to my room, I passed through the Explorers’ Lounge, where buzzed couples in tucked-in shirts and floral dresses were ordering drinks with precise ice cube requirements (five is far too many, one man shook his head) and a performer was playing Guns N’ Roses on a ukulele, amidst murals and maps that paid homage to the seafarers of yore…Columbus core. The ship was reluctant to go to sleep. There were breakaway troupes playing cards in the atrium, smoking cigarettes on the seventh deck, listening to “the Michael Buble … [Read more...] about What It’s Like to Sail the Mediterranean With Viking for 10 Days

Mrs Hinch shares tips for cleaning tile grout This article contains affiliate links, we may receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more 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 Fans of cleaning star Mrs Hinch have shared their hacks for keeping cats out of gardens . Mrs Hinch, whose full name is Sophie Hinchliffe, is a cleaning and lifestyle influencer with more than 4.5 million followers on Instagram. In recent years, fans of hers have taken to social media platforms to share their own cleaning hacks and tips. Related articles Five ‘energy-guzzling’ household appliances I cleaned my greasy air fryer with a 10p cleaning hack On one such group, Facebook user Sue Munro asked … [Read more...] about ‘They don’t like it’: Simple way to keep cats from your garden using 20p fruit

Princess Leonor of Spain: Inside impressive school in Wales with outdoor cinema (Image: Getty/ atlanticcollege) 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 Princess Leonor finished her first year at UWC Atlantic College, in Wales, this summer. The private school located in the Vale of Glamorgan, in the south of Wales, is a luxurious campus with 50 hectares of forests and private access to the sea. Related articles Prince Harry ‘not pleased’ with Meghan’s ‘clingy’ behaviour Hair: The 'only' time you should wash your hair - expert tips UWC Atlantic College is in St Donat’s, a 12th-century castle which was once owned by American businessman William Randolph Hearst, also known for being the inspiration for the film Citizen Kane. … [Read more...] about Inside Queen Letizia’s daughter private Welsh school where students go on ‘barefoot runs’

Hector Bellerin: All you need to know about Inter Milan-linked star 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 Barcelona are interested in signing Arsenal star Hector Bellerin after missing out on Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta, according to reports. Bellerin is not an immediate priority for Barca but is a deal they could look to complete once other deals are finalised. Related articles Murtough ‘finalising contract’ as Man Utd close in on fourth signing De Jong agents make Chelsea view 'clear' as Laporta vetoed in talks The Spain right-back does not have a future at Arsenal. He and his representatives have been holding talks regarding the possible termination of his contract at the Emirates. If … [Read more...] about Barcelona can ‘sign Arsenal star after Chelsea transfer rejection’ in William Saliba boost

Man Utd v Brighton: Match in pictures 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 Manchester United appear to have grown confident that they will be able to secure the signature of Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong due to the fact that they are willing to loan out youngster Hannibal Mejbri. The teenage prospect had impressed in preseason and found himself on the fringes of the first team. Related articles Erik ten Hag 'went against' Man Utd and Ralf Rangnick with decision Man Utd 'offer' Barcelona first-choice star as part of swap deal United’s De Jong saga has been the story of the summer, and it is showing no signs of stopping. Chelsea remain confident that they will be able to secure the … [Read more...] about Man Utd appear to be growing confident over Frenkie de Jong as decision made over starlet