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Gunmen opened fire at a Jewish festival on Australia’s Bondi Beach on Sunday and killed at least 15 people, including a much-loved British Rabbi and a 10-year-old girl

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Love Island star, Josh Moss, has opened up about the heartstopping moment he fled Bondi Beach after being caught up in the terror attack.

In tragic events, gunmen opened fire at a Jewish festival on Australia’s Bondi Beach on Sunday and killed at least 15 people, including a much-loved British Rabbi and a 10-year-old girl.

Taking to Instagram, Josh, 32, who came third in the first series of Love Island Down Under, choked back tears as he spoke about the “fear behind people’s eyes” and recalled the harrowing scenes. Reassuring his followers he was safe, the reality star said: “I am safe. I was at Bondi yesterday when the attacks happened. Luckily, I was able to run away to safety. I am still speechless at what I saw.”

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Josh added: “I am safe, though heartbroken at what has happened in my beautiful home. Sending my thoughts and prayers to everyone who has been affected by this. My heart is with you all.”

Admitting he felt ‘guilty’ for surviving the attack in which 40 people remain injured, and 16 dead after a father and son opened fire on the innocent party, Josh continued: “I was down at Bondi yesterday and saw some pretty horrific things…

“Parents grabbing their kids, grandparents sprinting, brothers and sisters grabbing each other with a look of absolute fear in their eyes, terrified.

“I’m not sure why I’m even making this video. Maybe to raise awareness and come together, but I do feel pretty weird today that I was able to run away to safety and other people weren’t. I don’t know how to feel. I’m a bit numb as to why I was able to get away.”

Telling his followers to keep their loved one close, he concluded: “I think It’s important that we come together. Tell your loved ones how much they mean to you and put your arm around someone.

“I can’t even imagine the people out there who have someone close to them who has been affected by this, who have suffered injury or even worse.”

It comes as Australian superstar, Kylie Minogue, shared her condolences for the victims of the shooting in which 50-year-old gunman, Sajid Akram, is also dead while his son, Naveed Akram, remains in hospital and is in police custody.

Taking to Instagram, Kylie, who performed on Strictly Come Dancing on Sunday, posted an all black background of mourning and alongside it shared: “My heart is with you Bondi” followed by a broken heart emoji.

Her fellow Australian, Stefan Dennis, also posted to social media in the wake of the tragedy. The Neighbours actor shared with fans: “This madness needs to stop.”

The final episode of It: Welcome to Derry confirmed a major theory about one of the show’s characters and their connection to the 2017 film It

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This story contains spoilers for episode 8 of It: Welcome to Derry.

It: Welcome to Derry has validated a fan theory regarding one of the programme’s characters – and their link to the 2017 film It.

The prequel series wrapped up on Sunday, December 14, with the eighth instalment, Winter Fire. As the surviving group of youngsters – Marge Truman (Matilda Lawler), Ronnie Grogan (Amanda Christine), and Lilly Bainbridge (Clara Stack) – battled to vanquish Pennywise the Clown (Bill Skarsgard) and rescue their mate Will Hanlon (Blake Cameron James).

Marge’s true identity was at last revealed when she was shown to be the mum of one of the original Losers’ Club members from It (2017), Richie Tozier (Finn Wolfhard).

The HBO Max programme serves as a prequel to the horror flick. The revelation happened when Pennywise frightened Marge in the concluding episode, as he accidentally revealed her destiny. To her bewilderment, he addressed her as Marge Tozier, reports the Mirror US.

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The shape-shifting creature then informed her she isn’t a Tozier “yet” and disclosed further truth by revealing she has a son called Richie. Pennywise then presented her with a missing poster featuring Richie and questioned her, “Don’t you recognize your little boy?”.

He went on to describe a storyline that viewers of It (2017) and It Chapter Two (2019) will recognise, which is that Richie and his “filthy friends” are responsible for his death. Fans were thrilled about the revelation as many had been theorising that Marge was Richie’s mother, particularly given the romantic storyline between her and Rich Santos (Adrian S. Cartaya).

Many believed that Marge had named Richie after Rich, who perished whilst rescuing her during the Black Spit fire depicted in episode seven. On X – formerly Twitter – one enthusiastic fan declared, “MARGE IS RITCHIE’S MOM YEAH F–K YEAHHHHH.” While another exclaimed, “They confirmed that Marge is really Richie’s mom, FFS, I’m freaking out.”

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A third viewer commented, “About Marge being Richie’s mom, yeah I get that this isn’t as bombshell a revelation as it could be, I think it was so obvious when everyone first saw Marge and Rich that it was almost obvious, it would be a surprise if she wasn’t.”

Yet Marge’s confirmation as Richie’s mother wasn’t the sole nod to the sequels, as the finale also included a surprise appearance from Beverly Marsh (Sophia Lillis) during the episode’s conclusion.

The final episode features a post-credits sequence set 26 years into the future, which occurs one year before the events of It (2017) unfold. During this scene, the now-aged Ingrid Kersh is shown in her quarters at Juniper Hill Asylum, where she has resided for the past 26 years.

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Madeline Stowe portrayed the younger Ingrid in Welcome to Derry, whilst Joan Gregson returned to reprise her role from the second It film as the older version. Ingrid ventures out of her room, drawn by the sound of sobbing, which leads her to Room 115.

As she enters, viewers are met with the familiar silhouette of a girl weeping next to a man, both standing before the lifeless body of a woman hanging.

The deceased woman, who took her own life, is revealed to be Elfrida Marsh. It soon becomes apparent that the red-haired girl in tears is Beverly, as the woman was her mother, and the unseen man is her abusive father.

Beverly turns fully towards the camera, confirming her identity.

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It: Welcome to Derry is the brainchild of Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschietti, and Jason Fuchs, all of whom had a hand in the two It films. Fuchs also serves as a showrunner, alongside Brad Caleb Kane.

The It film/TV franchise is an adaptation of Stephen King’s 1986 novel, It, which tells the chilling tale of an evil clown entity named Pennywise that preys on children in Derry, Maine.

Set in 1962, the series follows the Hanlons, a military family who relocate to Derry and find themselves ensnared in the town’s sinister secrets as horrifying events start to unravel. Concurrently, a group of youngsters is trying to piece together the mystery of Derry’s missing children.

Touted as the world’s most popular female scent, this ‘elegant’ fragrance is sure to be the ideal gift for a loved one this holiday season – and right now, it’s on sale

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If you’ve been eyeing up a cult-favourite perfume to add to your shopping list without breaking the bank, you’re in luck. This limited-time Lookfantastic sale has reduced the price of Carolina Herrera’s top-selling Good Girl perfume to a rate better than duty-free. But you’ll need to act fast; there’s no telling how long this rare deal will last.

Carolina Herrera, a brand renowned for its chic and unmistakable high-heel bottle design, has one flagship fragrance that remains a hit with shoppers, so much so that Lookfantastic has touted it as the No.1 most popular female scent in the world.

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Housed in a sleek blue stiletto bottle, the Carolina Herrera Good Girl perfume—the original and first in a series of six fragrances under the ‘Good Girl’ title—usually carries a hefty price tag, around £100, depending on where you shop and the size you choose.

You can grab 50ml of this iconic perfume from Boots for £98, or from Lookfantastic for £78.40, reduced from £98. Alternatively, you can find a 50ml bottle currently retailing for £68.51, down from £109.75, on Amazon.

But it’s now discounted to £53.60, competing with duty-free prices, where the Good Girl fragrance was selling for £55 (30ml).

The Good Girl perfume is a tantalising mix of light and dark notes, encapsulating the captivating complexity of women. This powerful and feminine scent is ideal for the contemporary woman, boasting contrasting notes that leave the wearer feeling empowered and confident.

The fragrance marries the sweet, captivating and seductive essence of jasmine, radiating bright femininity, with the enigmatic depth of richly scented cocoa. Invigorating Tonka notes follow, whilst almond and coffee inject bursts of daring energy, resulting in an enticing yet refined scent that honours both your light and dark sides.

Beyond the fragrance itself, the bottle serves as a stunning centrepiece for your perfume collection, introducing a pop of colour and distinctive design that stands out on any dressing table.

This iconic scent has amassed over 2,000 five-star reviews on Lookfantastic, with customers unable to contain their enthusiasm. One delighted purchaser gushes: “I’ve repurchased this perfume so many times – it’s one that people always compliment me on, so I highly recommend it.”

Another fan raves: “This perfume has a beautiful, well-balanced scent. It’s perfect for both daytime and evening wear. The longevity is impressive, and the sillage is just right-not too strong, but noticeable. Overall, a great choice for anyone who loves elegant and sophisticated fragrances.”

However, one reviewer does express their reservation about the design, commenting: “The worst thing about this for me is the bottle, it’s a bit of an eyesore.”

This shopper still awards the fragrance five stars, writing: “I have absolutely found my new love. I’ve used this perfume every single day and even cancelled a subscription for a perfume I was previously wearing. This perfume is absolutely one of those scents that you could wear during the day, at work AND on the dance floor. I feel bold, confident and sexy wearing it. I feel like I can accomplish my goals for the day, and I feel happy. Its a really lovely scent that sticks and every time I go out, I get compliments.”

One delighted buyer echoes these glowing thoughts: “I have a very large perfume collection, and this is one of my favourites. It’s beautiful, perfect for a date night, and also for day-to-day use. I always get asked what I’m wearing every time I wear this perfume. Every girl needs this perfume.”

And this happy buyer beams: “I love my Good Girl Eau de Parfum. It is so feminine and elegant. Sweet and floral, exactly what I want from perfumes, a beautiful decoration for my dressing table. Very strong and intense at the beginning, but after a few minutes, it’s perfect. The smell is long-lasting. I heard many compliments. The bottle is beautiful and one of a kind.”

The Big Brother and Masked Singer presenter has reflected on the triumphs and tragedies of the past twelve months – and spoken honestly of her ‘difficult conversations’ with new husband Michael Douglas

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The past twelve months of so have been a turbulent time for Davina McCall. Diagnosed with a colloid cyst, a rare type of benign brain tumour, in November last year she was then – almost exactly a year later – given the bombshell news that she was suffering from breast cancer.

While she was given immediate treatment for both conditions, and her overall prognosis is very positive, the TV presenter admitted to feeling a degree of anger about her health woes.

“It’s been a lot,” she told Woman’s Way magazine. “I was very angry when I found out. But I let go of that and I feel in a much more positive place now. I think my message is get checked if you’re worried. Check yourself regularly. If you are due a mammogram, then get it done.”

Davina added that, for her “life was never going to be the same again” but was choosing to see her harrowing year as a learning experience.

There was also a bright spot for Davina in 2025, as she married long-term partner Michael Douglas in a quiet ceremony earlier this month.

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Davina revealed that she’d been forced to have some difficult conversations with Michael ahead of her brain surgery. She continued: “I said ‘Look, I’ve got to plan for if it doesn’t go according to plan’.

“There were a lot of things that could be a risk,” she added. “We had that talk quite soon and I did go and address my will and make sure that was airtight. I talked to Michael about my wishes – I wrote letters of wishes to the children and put those in my will.”

Davina shares three children with her ex-husband, Pet Rescue’s Matthew Robertson: Holly, 23, Tilly, 21, and Chester, 18.

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Stressing that she had complete faith in neurosurgeon Kevin O’Neill, who led the team that removed the cyst on he brain, Davina acknowledged that the outcome of the procedure could have been very different.

She explained: ”I was saying ‘I love you’ a lot and I was saying `I’ve had an amazing life’ to all of the kids.

“It was because I wanted them to know that if anything bad ever happened to me because look, we could get run over by a bus tomorrow, don’t feel sad. “I have had an amazing life, a life that you would want someone you love to have. It’s had its ups and downs; it’s been carnage, it’s been amazing, but it’s been mega.

After suffering a public mental health breakdown before saying she was addicted to drugs, fans are thrilled to see Amanda Bynes on the road to recovery

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Amanda Bynes shows off the result of her recent weight-loss after gaining almost two stone after struggling with her mental health and addiction.

The Nickelodeon child star has undergone a radical physical transformation since she announced her retirement from showbiz, including face surgery, several tattoos, and ever-changing hair styles. The actress still has a loyal fan base and thrilled them by showing she is returning to full health again after a difficult few years.

She looked noticeably slimmer and was keen to be noticed as she threw on a colourful Karl Kani t-shirt as she went out for a stroll in Los Angeles on Sunday afternoon. Amanda wouldn’t have minded the attention, saying in the summer that, thanks to weight-loss injections Ozempic, she would soon “look better in paparazzi pictures”.

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She announced big progress in November, saying in a video: “I’ve lost 20 pounds so far. I’m so excited about that to be honest. Also, I want to lose about 50 more pounds. I’m 163 now — I actually shot up on the Ozempic pill to 180 from 173, so I was able to lose 20 pounds from 180, and now, I’m down to 163 on the Ozempic injection.

“So I’m really glad that I’m on the injection. It’s really working for me, and I’m trying to lose more weight just to feel skinny and cute.” Her confession comes as experts continue to warn about the risks, saying that the after-effects are becoming harder to ignore.

Amanda has been on a weight loss journey for some time. Last June, she excitedly told fans that she had lost 6lbs. She told her fans: “Down 6lbs! 154lbs now!” But months earlier she took a turn and revealed that she had gained 20 1bs due to depression. She told her followers: “Gained over 20 lbs. in the past few months from being depressed.”

She went on to say: “I’m doing a lot better now and have learned to do opposite action when I don’t feel like working out or eating clean. I weigh 162 lbs. right now and want to get back to 110 lbs.”

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The 39 year old Haispray star revealed last year that she put on weight after a bout with depression in a candid post on Instagram. The children’s TV star shared “I’ve gained over 20lbs in the past few months from being depressed.” The former All That alum admitted she wants to get herself back on track and ‘eat clean’.

She added: “I’m doing a lot better now and have learned to do opposite action when I don’t feel like working out or eating clean. I weigh 162lbs right now and want to get back to 110lbs.” Amanda has previously turned to drugs when it comes to weight loss.

“I definitely abused Adderall,” she said of the prescription drug back in 2015. In the archived interview with Paper, she recalled seeing a magazine advert for the drug that branded it, ‘the new skinny pill’ while filming Hairspray in 2007.

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“They were talking about how women were taking it to stay thin. I was like, ‘Well, I have to get my hands on that’.” She got a prescription by “faking the symptoms of ADD”. At the time of her interview with Paper, she had been four years sober.

It’s not the only time her look has changed. In August, she posted a clip of herself on social media, telling fans that she has had lip filler injections. was seen sat in a car as she took a picture of herself.

Amanda is no stranger of going under the surgeon’s knife as she has also undergone a surgery called blepharoplasty. This particular procedure removes loose skin from eyelids.

ho had starring roles in She’s The Man, What A Girl Wants and Easy A, stepped away from her career as an actress, which began when she was just seven years old, in 2012 amidst legal troubles that included an arrest for a hit-and-run where she was suspected for driving under the influence.

In 2013, the retired actress was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder and placed under a conservatorship. A few years later, she admitted to having struggled with substance abuse, particularly with Adderall, and that she was doing her best to rehabilitate herself.

The fashion retailer has wowed shoppers with the ‘gorgeous’ new style

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Primark is selling a ‘gorgeous’ £8 top that ‘makes your waist look unreal’. The high street retailer is often a go-to for fashion fans seeking affordable clothing, and the shop may have a new crowd favourite on its hands. A new £8 style has gone viral online, where shoppers say they ‘need’ the new top.

Primark store @primarkeastldn showcased the trending look in a viral video shared on TikTok. Available in white or burgundy, the cinch-waist top features short sleeves and a flared hem, and shoppers heaped praise on the design online.

Reacting to the viral video, which gained one million views, a keen customer said: “I AM GOING TO NEED TO GO.” Another fan wrote: “IT’S SO FREAKING GORGEOUS I GOT IT YESTERDAY.”

Someone shared: “GOT ONE IN BROWN FOR MY BDAY OUTFITTT,” and a different comment read: “Why do they always get the good stuff in when I’m not there?” A similar response said: “Ofc when I’m broke, Primark has good stuff,” and someone else wrote: “Of course when I don’t have money.”

Meanwhile, other shoppers said they’d purchased different variations of the same style and loved the look. For instance, a fan of the tops shared: “I have the longer version they make your waist look unreal.” Another shopper commented: “I found a long sleeves one, so much better.”

While the video doesn’t specify the name of the style it showcased, Primark’s website offers a selection of cinched waist tops, including the £8 Cinched Heavy Weight Tee. Offered in black or white, the top is available in sizes XS to XL online and in-store.

Shoppers can check in-store availability or order the product to click and collect using Primark’s website. Showcasing the style online, Primark describes the top as a ‘relaxed heavy weight tee with a cinched waist and flared hemline.’

The product description states: “Keep it simple yet stylish with this cinched heavy weight tee in a cream shade. Cut in a relaxed fit, it’s designed with short sleeves and a classic crew neckline for an easy everyday look.

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“The cinched waist adds shape and definition, flowing into a subtly flared hemline that creates a soft silhouette. Made from a solid, heavy weight fabric, this tee has a clean, minimalist feel that makes it a versatile wardrobe staple. Perfect for those days when you want comfort with a little extra style, it’s the kind of top you’ll keep reaching for again and again.”