Thomas Partey, a former footballer for Arsenal, was charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, and has been released on conditional bail.
The 32-year-old Ghanaian was detained on Tuesday and charged with five counts of rape against two women and sexual assault against a third woman.
Thealleged offences took place between 2021 and 2022 when he was playing for north London club Arsenal.
As he entered the court, Mr. Partey was wearing a navy blazer and a zip-neck jumper. In the dock, he sat with his back to his side.
He confirmed that he understood the terms of his bail and that he had given his name.
According to his bail conditions, he is required to notify police of any permanent address changes or travel abroad and cannot speak with any of the three women.
The charges come after a detectives’ investigation began in February of that year, 2022, when police first received a rape report.
Jenny Wiltshire, Mr. Partey’s attorney, previously stated that he “denies all the charges against him,” and that he was pleased that the opportunity came to finally clear his name.
Two more contestants decided to leave the show after overcoming the most recent hiking challenge, leaving the Special Forces on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins reeling.
The Special Forces on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins were left reeling as two more contestants decided to quit (Image: PA)
The Special Forces on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins have been left fuming after two more stars have decided to quit the show in dramatic scenes. The hit Channel 4 show returned on Sunday for a brand new series with a controversial lineup.
14 well-known faces are attempting to push themselves to the limit to reach the end of the show.
It comes after the show was thrown into chaos on the very first episode as two stars – S Club singer Hannah Spearritt and dancer Louie Spence – quit. The duo weren’t the only ones finding the show tougher than they thought, as minutes into the second episode, two more celebs decided it was too much. The task included trekking up a hill with a backpack before taking on a scary challenge of hanging from a wire over a ravine. It comes after
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Chloe Burrows was seen struggling before she decided to quit the show(Image: PA)
Chloe Burrows was seen struggling and had already told her co-stars that she wasn’t enjoying the show’s intensity before she reached the top of the hill.
Chloe was expressing her struggles vocally as she began to groan while moaning. The DS yelled at Chloe, “Can’t do what?,” while the Special Forces staff was pushing all the contestants. We’ve walked 300 metres up a f***ing hill”!.
The DS then explained to Chloe that she was “wasting a massive opportunity,” but that she had already decided something and that she had already done so.
Chloe was making her struggles vocal as she was making moaning noises before she declared, “I can’t do it”(Image: Channel 4)
Chloe then proceeded down the hill, turning her over her armband, and began walking in the opposite direction. She expressed shock by saying, “F*** off, this is the worst thing I’ve ever done.”
It wasn’t long before the tough conditions were too much for another contestant, as a few minutes later, Chloe was joined by another former Love Island star. Tasha Ghouri was also clearly struggling as the DS told her to “dig deep” as she started to fall behind the group.
Tasha Ghouri was also struggling and left the show shortly after Chloe(Image: Channel 4)
Tasha then raised her armband and threatened to sue the DS. She stated, “I’m not mentally present. Before she headed back down the hill to reunite with Chloe, she said, “I’m not mentally here to do this.”
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When Tasha asked Chloe, “You have to be so mentally strong to do this,” she replied, “And physically.
Lizzo, the star of Damn Time, admitted that her weight loss journey hasn’t been easy, but she revealed she had lost 16 percent of her body fat over the course of two years in 2025.
Lizzo admits her weight loss journey hasn’t been easy(Image: Women’s Health)
Singer, Lizzo, has admitted she still thinks of herself as ‘big’ despite losing a reported 60 pounds over two years. The About Damn Time star, 37, has spoken openly about her weight loss journey, revealing she had lost 16 per cent of her body fat over two years.
Lizzo now says she “never regrets a workout” and allows herself to enjoy food “without overindulging”. However, years of speculating about the star’s body lead the singer to harbour some ‘dark thoughts’ as she heartbreakingly admitted: “If everyone hates you and thinks you’re a terrible person, then what’s the point?’”
It comes after Lizzo explained she prefers to call her weight loss journey a process of ‘weight release’ after admitting she tried medication GLP-1 after shutting down endless rumours about her new appearance.
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Lizzo has spoken openly about her weight loss journey(Image: Women’s Health)
Speaking to Women’s Health UK, revealing she still thinks of herself as ‘big’ despite her weight loss, Lizzo said: “I like how I look now. I still think I’m big. I’m still wearing plus-size clothing. I have the same rolls. I got the same belly, the same thighs – I think I’m just a smaller version.”
Lizzo, who heartbreakingly admitted she would eat so much, admitted that losing weight wasn’t easy. She explained how she had to deal with binge eating, and that she once had her stomach hurt. When I finished, I would feel so uneasy, difficult to breathe, and unknowable. It would be hidden by me.
Thankfully, Lizzo claims she has gained “inner confidence” and is now proud of who she has become. She does, however, make the point that you can’t rely on other people to make you feel good and that no matter how big or small, I can still be beautiful and strong. However, it was difficult to remember that you can’t let others know who you are.
Years of speculating about Lizzo’s appearance have taken its toll on the star(Image: Women’s Health)
Years of speculating about the star’s appearance have culminated in Lizzo admitting she “tried everything” to achieve the dramatic weight loss that has dumfounded her fans.
She told Trisha Paytas’ Just Trish podcast that she began to take weight loss medication at the outset of her weight loss journey in 2023. But despite taking it she soon came to the conclusion that it was not a long-term solution.
She said: “I tried everything. Ozempic works because you eat less food, yeah? So if you eat right, it makes you feel full. But if you can just do that on your own and get mind over matter, it’s the same thing.”
Lizzo also rebuffed anyone who claimed that taking GLP-1 medication was “cheating,” claiming that this was a “fat phobic” dose. It’s difficult, they say. To assist someone in a problem, it’s a drug. When you tell someone they’re cheating, I believe people are acting fat phobic.
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Instead, the singer changed her diet to help her achieve her goals. The Good as Hell star had been a vegan for three years between 2020 and 2023, and he had been eating plant-based for many years.
* The full interview can be read in the September issue of Women’s Health UK, out now.
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After squabbling an all-time classic Test series with England at the Oval on Monday, an euphoric India praised Shubman Gill and his men.
In their first Test series under Gill, who inherited a team that had been depleted by the retirement of batting legends Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, two players who came before him in that capacity.
As a result of their batting order’s gaping holes, veteran seamer Mohammed Shami was declared unfit for the tour, while pace leader Jasprit Bumrah was only available for three of the five Tests as part of his workload management.
Gill and his men then won numerous memorable games at Edgbaston and the Oval to earn a 2-2 series draw and assure their loyal supporters that Indian cricket’s future was in good hands.
In the series finale, Mohammed Siraj’s tireless bowling team, which produced a six-run victory amid high drama, led by the unwavering success of the series.
The team’s great batting player Sachin Tendulkar paid tribute and described the offer as “absolute goosebumps”
“Series 2–2, Performance 10/10! INDIA SUPERMEN What a victory, the former India captain wrote on X.
Mohammed Siraj, an Indian player, celebrates with his teammates after taking Jamie Overton’s wicket in the fifth Test [Paul Childs/Reuters]
With four wickets in hand, England needed 35 runs on Monday to win the series, but Siraj struck three times to give his team a famous victory.
India staged a historic heist in a nail-biting, riveting match at England’s oldest test venue in the ominous Olde Blighty weather, according to the Hindustan Times newspaper.
Gill’s leadership as captain of a “gun team” was described in the Indian Express headline “Miracles Do Happen” and how the newspaper explained the incident.
The Hindu spoke passionately about the “Mission accomplished”
The best was saved for the last thanks to Shubman Gil’s men’s remarkable victory, it said, “after 25 days of riveting action.”
The young Indian team showed heart and character as it fought back from difficult circumstances to earn the honors, according to the statement.
Mohammed Siraj of India poses after winning the Test series match against India. [Paul Childs/Reuters]
Jemma Solomon’s sister, who described her lifelong struggle to gain weight as “I’ve never been in the 8 stone weight bracket,” has provided her fans with in-depth information on her journey.
Stacey Solomon’s sister shares lifelong battle to gain weight (Image: Instagram)
Reality star Stacey Solomon’s sister Jemma has opened up online about a huge struggle which saw her battling to put on any weight. Jemma shared personal details on her journey as well as showing off her transformation snaps.
Jemma, who is known as the ‘Label Lady’ after creating her own label-making company, has been honest with her fans about her struggles in the past and took to Instagram on Monday to share her progress.
The Loose Women star’s sister shared a before-and-after picture of her weight transformation as she said seeing the photos makes her ‘realise how far’ she has come in her weight gain journey. In a lengthy caption, Jemma revealed that she is now 54kg, as she declared it ‘looks good on me’ and said it is time she ‘turned the weight gain into muscle’. It comes after Kerry Katona revealed her own health struggle after splitting from ex-fiancé.
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Jemma revealed that she is now 54kg(Image: Instagram)
Jemma wrote: “I realize how far I have come, and believe me, I don’t have many mirror selfies!” (Scroll to the end) And since I’m finally gaining weight, I need to put on muscle and become stronger.
Jemma continued, “I don’t really have an end weight goal, I’ve never been in the 8 stone weight bracket,” enlarging more about her journey and what she is hoping to achieve.
That is an accomplishment I’m extremely proud of, to be sure! You all know what I mean, but I do want to be able to complete a 5k run without fear of failure! And be able to do weights consistently and comfortably, forming a part of my routine.
Jemma said ‘I’ve never been in the 8 stone weight bracket’(Image: Instagram)
Jemma continued, “I know I ramble on and share a lot about this journey, but I’m seeing change because it’s been the most difficult one so far.” and beginning to experience it. I’ve been told for too long whether or not I need a burger or how lucky I am to be skinny.
“I’m going to start being proud and happy with my body and using it to its fullest potential.”
Jemma thanked her followers for “championing her” and said she appreciates “every comment.” She finished the post.
Jemma finished the post by thanking her followers for ‘championing her’ and said she appreciates ‘every comment’(Image: Instagram)
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Fans eluded fans’ efforts to show their support for the label-making entrepreneur, with one person saying, “I love seeing how much your confidence has grown and is still growing,” and another, “You look amazing and I love that bikini!” Well done, it just shows how determined and persistent you can be.
A third person added, “This is a very inspiring and positive message, and focusing on strength.”
Before a government cabinet meeting on the subject, Hezbollah supporters have gathered in the Lebanese capital to voice their opposition to the organization’s demise.
In response to American pressure on Lebanon to release its weapons, the demonstrations took place in Beirut on Monday night.
Hezbollah’s leadership was cut down by a conflict with Israel last year, which also claimed the lives of thousands of its fighters, and forced tens of thousands of its supporters from their destroyed homes.
The US and Lebanon have been discussing a disarmament roadmap in recent months. The new Lebanoni leadership has vowed to expand its control over all of its territory, but so far it has avoided engaging in combative action against Hezbollah.
According to Zeina Khodr of Al Jazeera, Hezbollah supporters protested because they believe disarmament will affect their standing and security.
According to Khodr, who is based in Beirut, “Hezbollah has made its position clear: it will not defy the law because doing so would benefit Israel’s interests, not Lebanon’s sovereignty.”
Naim Qassem, the head of Hezbollah, reported to the country’s leaders that the organization feels threatened and that funds for reconstruction won’t be provided if they don’t disarm.
Hezbollah reaffirmed its demands prior to any discussion of disarmament, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA) agency prior to Tuesday’s cabinet meeting, including the release of Lebanese prisoners and the resolution of Israel’s nuclear agreement, through Lebanese MP Ali Fayad.
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However, the political leadership of Lebanon is urging the change, even if it is forced.
It might be better to centralize the weapons with the Lebanese armed forces, according to Elias Hankash, a second member of the parliament.
“But everything has been done to prevent any clashes with Hezbollah,” he said.
Hezbollah will be defeated by the Lebanese army if and when a political decision is made to forcefully disarm it, according to Khodr.
President Joseph Aoun of Lebanon, who also referred to the subject of disarmament as “i call on all political parties to approach the issue of arms control with full responsibility,” said Aoun on Friday. He also argued that sectarian divisions have had a negative impact on national harmony.
Street violence resulted from the government’s decision to shut down the organization’s telecommunication network in 2008.
Nizar Hani, the president’s agriculture minister, claimed the disarmament process has a set date. He added that hundreds of Hezbollah sites and weapons depots have already been taken over by the Lebanese army.
Hani argued that the organization, which has a significant role in “liberating the land,” needs to be the sole decision-maker for war and peace.
Hezbollah has long been Lebanon’s most powerful military and political force, and Khodr said that despite losing some of its military might in its conflict with Israel last year, it has not completely lost.
Another MP, Mark Daou, told Al Jazeera, “Hezbollah is still strong in the state because of the monopoly] it has] over Shia representation as well as the appointment of leading figures in all of the states.”
Different viewpoints exist regarding Hezbollah’s role and the need for disarmament in Lebanon’s political landscape and society.
Despite the ceasefire that has been in place between the two countries since November 2024, the issue has remained a hot topic in Lebanon’s politics for decades, but there is now a sense of urgency as a result of growing international pressure and growing military pressure from Israel, which frequently targets Hezbollah.
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