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Rick Stein, one of the UK’s leading culinary voices, has written about the time he was robbed as a young man in Mexico whilst travelling the world following a tragic event

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Rick Stein has opened up about how he was nearly killed during a terrifying incident abroad. The celebrity chef, now 78, said that after the death of his father by suicide he went abroad going as far away as Australia, the United States, Mexico.

He found it “very special” visiting Mexico and its bars, but things weren’t totally plain sailing. Rick told the Times: “The bars were not exactly glamorous, but there was something very special about drinking ice-cold beer and tequila in a room full of cowboys.

“Having said that, a couple of English lads and I did get robbed in Acapulco. They managed to take our backpacks — we were on the beach — without waking us up, which I was told was quite lucky. If we had disturbed them, they would probably have killed us.”

This isn’t the first time Rick has spoken about the events that shaped his life as a young man and how those experiences transformed him into the man he is today.

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In 2020, he was asked by the Guardian how his father’s early death had moulded him as a father to his children and stepchildren.

In response, he said: “It really made me want to be a lot more communicative with my own children. I still think of my dad as being somebody really special in my life.

“I think it’s very confusing…On the whole, my dad was a hero, it’s just that it got really difficult in his depressive phases, very introspective. And I think he took it out on me really.”

Rick added that he had developed a good sense of “not being very good at stuff” and that despite his immense career success that he still sometimes doubts himself.

In the decades since his life travelling the world, Rick has built a multi-million pound empire out of the small Cornish fishing town of Padstow.

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However, just like all hospitality business owners in recent years, Rick has been battered by economic headwinds caused by events such as Brexit, the Covid-19 pandemic and the cost of living crisis.

Speaking to the London Standard earlier this year, Rick called for more support for the industry.

He said: “I appreciate that the country is not in a good state, but it seems to me a complete ‘home goal’ to target parts of the economy that are not well-equipped to deal with it.

“Hospitality is always taken as slightly second-rate way of the national wealth, but tourism and hospitality are so important.

Angry Ginge was last night crowned the winner of I’m A Celebrity, and it appears that the social media star is set to become an even bigger star thanks to his victory

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Angry Ginge could rake in thousands after his I’m A Celeb victory. The content streamer, whose real name is Morgan Burtwistle, was the bookies’ favourite throughout his time in the jungle.

On Sunday, during a nail-biting final, the 24-year-old from Salford, Greater Manchester, was declared the winner with Celebs Go Dating’s Tom Read Wilson finishing in second place. But it’s now been predicted that Ginge and fellow Mancunian and his pal Aitch could be set to become TV’s golden duo thanks to their unbreakable bond and likability in the jungle.

On Sunday, 13 million people tuned into the final and voted for their favourite to win. Aitch and Ginge are now placed at 7/5 to land their own reality show following their jungle antics.

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The odds are also stacked at 20/13 to present Soccer Aid next year, and the pair are no strangers to the UNICEF match, having both played over the years. But they’re also at 11/7 to become the new hosts of Sky Sports’ Baller League – marking huge potential for both of their careers.

“TV producers will no doubt be preparing for a bidding war to secure AngryGinge and Aitch as a joint act,” celebrity PR specialist Kayley Cornelius said. She went on to add: “I would not be surprised if entering the jungle together was part of a pre-agreed pact between the pair, giving them the ideal platform to show how naturally they bounce off one another on screen.”

Speaking on behalf of Casino Games, Kayley added: “The fact that they are already close friends makes their interactions feel genuinely authentic. Nothing about their partnership feels manufactured, and that authenticity is proving to be a major draw for viewers.

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“Their chemistry translates effortlessly on camera, which is exactly the kind of connection broadcasters look for when scouting long-term presenting talent. Aitch has already spoken about wanting to expand his career beyond music, and this moment could mark the start of that shift.”

Kayley also believes that Aitch and Ginge could mirror KSI, who started his career on YouTube before going on to become a judge on Britain’s Got Talent, alongside his impressive music career. She said: “It mirrors the reinvention of someone like KSI who evolved from online creator to charting rapper, mainstream boxer and now a judge on Britain’s Got Talent. Aitch clearly understands the power of diversifying and stepping further into television feels like a natural and strategically smart progression.

“For AngryGinge especially, a move into television feels like the logical next step.” Reflecting on Ginge’s career, which sees him boast millions of online followers, Kayley commented: “He has already reached the peak of online success and while his following is massive there is always the danger of stagnation if he does not begin exploring new avenues. His appearance on I’m a Celebrity was likely part of a conscious strategy to reposition himself to a wider audience and show he can deliver far more than short-form viral content.”

Aitch and Ginge’s appearance on the show will have no doubt introduced them to a new fan base who ordinarily would not have engaged with their content and achievements. Kayley believes that having social media stars such as Ginge on mainstream shows is a “wider movement” in the industry, moving away from “traditional television”.

“With their chemistry resonating so strongly there is a real possibility that AngryGinge and Aitch could become the Ant and Dec of Gen Z,” Kayley commented.

Gary Lineker left the BBC in May after sharing a social media post that contained an antisemitic symbol which he apologised for

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Gary Lineker’s appearance has been cut from a BBC Christmas special.

The former Match of the Day host was one of a string of famous faces drafted in to help the contestants on Celebrity Apprentice. The star was filmed selling gingerbread biscuits for Children in Need on the upcoming festive special.

Gary – who filmed his appearance in March, two months before he stepped back from Match of the Day – will now no longer be featured due to time constaints.

Gary left the BBC after presenting his final Match of the Day in May. He had been expected to continue fronting coverage of the men’s FA Cup and World Cup, but came under fire after sharing a social media post about Zionism that included an illustration of a rat, historically used as an antisemitic insult.

Lineker said he did not see the image, and “would never consciously repost anything antisemitic”. He added: “However, I recognise the error and upset that I caused, and reiterate how sorry I am. Stepping back now feels like the responsible course of action.”

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Lord Alan Sugar previously admitted he was impressed with the big names the teams had brought in to help.

He said: “I was very impressed that they managed to call these people in, they are top names.

“The main thing is that these celebrities, and I have a lot of respect for them, is they give up three days of their busy time for this great cause, it’s the money that’s raised for Children in Need.”

His helper, Baroness Karren Brady, also praised the celebrities for giving up their time to help.

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She said: “There are so many people that are coming to help us, and they’re coming because they love the show, they love the charity, and clearly they have a connection with the celebrities.

“So Olivia Colman, Benedict Cumberbatch, Robbie Williams. Piers Morgan – I don’t think we should forget that one. And Rylan Clark and Gary Lineker.”

The upcoming Celebrity Apprentice special will see the cast travel to Lapland in Finland to create festive treats before finding buyers to stock them to raise money for the charity, and it has become the “first time ever” the star-studded teams’ creations have gone on sale to the public.

Jake Wood, AJ Odudu, Angela Scanlon, Charlie Hedges, Eddie Kadi, JB Gill, Kadeena Cox, Matt Morsia, Rob Rinder, Sarah Hadland, Shazia Mirza and Tom Skinner – who shot to fame after taking part in the civilian version of the show – will star in the two Christmas specials.

Carole Middleton joined the Together At Christmas carol service in an outfit inspired by some of the Princess of Wales’ best-loved pieces, including a £400 cheaper tartan coat

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Friday 5 December saw plenty of famous and royal faces attending the annual Together At Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey, which was hosted by the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton. In attendance were Princess Kate’s parents, with mum Carole taking several style notes from her eldest daughter for the occasion.

Carole wore a head-to-toe outfit inspired by some of Kate’s favourite wardrobe pieces, including a blue and green tartan coat that hailed from House of Bruar. Carole’s exact coat is the Ladies Single Breasted Full Length Tartan Coat which you can pick up for £345 which you can still pick up in all sizes from a 10 to a 20 for £345 online now.

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Although it comes in two different types of classic tartan, Carole opted for the navy and green Black Watch tartan which perfectly mirrors some of Princess Kate’s best-loved looks. One similar item she’s worn on repeat is her Alexander McQueen coat dress, which she famously wore during a 2019 outing in Scotland and comes in the same check print.

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Carole’s Single Breasted Full Length Tartan Coat also looks just like Princess Kate’s go-to Holland Cooper Double Breasted Coat which you can pick up for £749 and she wore during a 2023 for a visit to Royal Liverpool University Hospital. To complete the look, Carole paired her House of Bruar coat with a pair of Josie Black Suede Mid Block Heel shoes from Emmy London in navy.

The shoes are another firm favourite of Kate’s, with the Princess of Wales loving the style so much she owns them in six different colours. In fact, she even wore her black pair with her Alexander McQueen coat dress in Scotland, cementing Carole’s outfit as the perfect homage to her daughter.

Her House of Bruar Single Breasted Full Length Tartan Coat is made from 100% wool and has elegant details like gold buttons on the cuffs and down the front, with flapped front pockets. It has a single vent up the back, with a classic lapel for a timeless look.

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If you want to copy this royal-approved look, you can pick up her House of Bruar coat directly from the website. You could also shop some great lookalikes, like Fairfax & Favor’s Victoria Coat, which also comes in a Black Watch tartan, with double breasted fastening and a flattering waist belt for £495.

You could also head over to Kiltane, where the Women’s Harris Tweed Tori Coat – Blackwatch is on sale down from £379 to £189.50 and has a slightly shorter length than the other options. Alternatively, ASOS stocks the Noisy May Brushed Wool Look Maxi Overcoat in Dark Green Check for £85 if you’re looking for an even more affordable alternative.

As the year comes to a close, attention is turning to who is coming out on top on the YouTube charts, and it should come as no surprise that viewers are head over heels for MrBeast

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The top 10 most popular YouTube channels of 2025 have been revealed. And once again, it looks like MrBeast is dominating the platform, despite his many controversies.

With the year coming to an end, YouTube channels are taking stock of their following and hoping to enter 2026 with a fresh year of new ideas, new videos and new audiences. Some channels, are far more popular than others, with some racking up millions of subscribers. But while it is impressive to have millions of people watching, it is about maintaining that viewership is what matters. As a result, these channels have been able to maximise their audience and keep them watching for longer.

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According to social media tracker SocialBlade, Mr Beast is once again YouTube’s most popular creator, at time of writing. With a whopping 451million subscribers under his belt, he has managed to rack up an eye-watering 100billion views on all of this videos, leaving him far ahead of the rest of his competition.

It was recently revealed that MrBeast makes a pretty penny from his YouTube videos, as well as the brands and companies he partners with. A screenshot shared to his X account showed that for one advert, the post was seen by 155million people and brought in £206,800 – despite him simply allowing adverts on his video.

However, MrBeast is not without his controversy, as the problems surrounding his relationship with fellow creator Kris Tyson continued to swirl, due to Kris’ seemingly questionable behaviour around children. As well as this, former members of his team have spoken out about the toxic work culture of his industry, leaving them overworked and underpaid; MrBeast denies all of this.

Second place on the list went to Indian channel T-Series with 307million, which infamously passed PewDiePie as the most subscribed channel before MrBeast exploded onto the scene. Meanwhile, third place went to kids channel Cocomelon, with 199million subscribers and 212billion views.

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Other big names to appear on the list include the Stokes Twins, who similarly take on huge challenges in a similar style to MrBeast. The duo, made up of Alan and Alex, first created the channel back in 2008, but did not upload their first video until 2017, and soon exploded in popularity with their consistent giveaways, as well as cringe prank and challenge content.

Rounding out the top 10 is Korean channel KIMPRO, created by a team of South Korean stars focusing on a variety of different content. The channel mostly features comedy skits, memes, challenges and even mukbangs — content which involves a person sitting down and eating in front of the camera.

Despite being in Korean, the channel has grown massively around the world due to its ability to transcend language and appeal to a wider audience. The channel’s diverse range of content has also helped its rocketing expansion, making it the most subscribed channel from the east of Asia.

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Children’s content does cover much of the top 10, due to its ability to retain kids’ attention and keep youngsters scrolling. If children’s content is removed from the list, other major stars including PewDiePie also show up, as well as the official WWE channel.

The full top 10 (excluding YouTube’s own channels for movies and music) is:

1. MrBeast
2. T-Series
3. Cocomelon
4. Sony Entertainment India
5. Vlad and Niki
6. Kids Diana Show
7. Stokes Twins
8. Like Nastya
9. KIMPTO
10. Zee Music Company

Good Morning Britain was halted as Richard Madeley shared a huge Prince Harry update. It comes after the Duke of Sussex is believed to have won a government review into his demand for armed security when he visits the United Kingdom.

Before Harry and his wife, Meghan, left the UK for a life in California, the Duke had round-the-clock armed security due to being a senior member of the Royal Family. And while his father is the King, Harry’s armed protection was removed after he stepped down as a working royal.

An assessment in February 2020 stated that his risk had significantly lowered. The Duke, who served in Afghanistan, was previously one of the most at-risk public figures, alongside his late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth and the Prime Minister. But during Monday’s episode of GMB, anchor Richard delivered huge news to viewers.

The broadcaster revealed that he had “breaking news” regarding Harry’s battle with the Home Office to have his armed security reinstated when he is in the UK.

Richard said: “Breaking news this morning that Prince Harry may get his armed protection back when he comes to the UK. It could mean that the King is reunited with his grandchildren for the first time in three years.” Prior to Richard’s news, Ranvir Singh spoke to correspondent Richard Gaisford, who explained that reviews are often carried out on a regular basis for high-profile individuals.

Gaisford explained: “It may be that word has come down that relations are thawing amongst members of the Royal Family, and it would be useful to have Prince Harry back with his family as well.” He also believes that the review could mean a reunion for the Duke and his father, the King, as well as his extended family.

Harry has previously said that he feels it is not safe to bring his wife and their two children, Prince Archie, six, and Princess Lilbet, four, to the country he grew up in due to the security threat he faced.

The Duke has battled the High Court and Home Office to have his security reinstated due to the risk he faces on a regular basis, but claimed it was an “establishment stitch-up” when he previously lost the court battle.

But The Sun has claimed that The Royal and VIP Executive Committee (Ravec) has now instructed its Risk Management Board to reassess Harry’s risk. It’s claimed that the process is currently underway, and evidence has been taken from the government, the police and Prince Harry’s staff.

The decision is expected to be delivered next month. Should Harry’s risk assessment state that he faces a significant risk, it would mean that Brits would pay for the security whenever he returns to the UK.

Currently, if Harry plans to return to the UK, he has to give London’s Metropolitan Police 30 days’ notice so they can run a case-by-case assessment on the Duke’s security and risk. After the High Court decided not to reinstate Harry’s automatic protection, the Home Office said it was “pleased” by the outcome.

But Harry was far from pleased, saying: “The other side have won in keeping me unsafe. I can’t see a world in which I will be bringing my wife and children back at this point.”

Since Harry quit his life in the UK, he lost his home, Frogmore Cottage on the Windsor Castle estate. He has only returned to the UK a handful of times on his own, but his family have returned on just a few occasions – for the Platinum Jubilee of the late Queen, but Archie and Lilibet remained in California when Harry and Meghan were in the UK when his grandmother died and for her funeral.

A spokesperson for the government said: “The UK government’s protective security system is rigorous and proportionate. It is our long-standing policy not to provide detailed information on those arrangements, as doing so could compromise their integrity and affect individuals’ security.”

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