Little Mix star Jesy Nelson has shared a series of sweet photos with her twin daughters Ocean and Story as she issued a powerful body positivity message to other women
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Jesy Nelson has candidly opened up on her body image since becoming a mum(Image: Ken McKay/ITV/Shutterstock)
Jesy Nelson has shared adorable photos with her two baby girls as she issued a candid body positive post after giving birth. The former Little Mix singer, who had a difficult pregnancy, welcomed her twin babies in May.
Due to complications around their birth, Jesy, 34, and her girls were not allowed home until weeks later in June. She has since been sharing updates on her daughters Ocean Jade and Story Monroe, who she shares with her fiance Zion Foster.
Jesy delighted fans when she revealed her children had arrived “healthy and fighting strong” after arriving prematurely. Now, the singer has shared a series of black and white photos with her baby girls that were taken by proud dad Zion.
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She beamed as she held Ocean and Story in each arm as they both giggled away. Jesy wore a white bra and matching pants for the touching photoshoot as she also shared a powerful message to all other mums.
Alongside her post, Jesy candidly said: “I never thought it would have taken having two beautiful baby girls, that I could have potentially lost, to make me realise how incredible my body actually is.
“33 years of extreme diets, 33 years of putting myself down wishing my belly was flatter, wanting my waist just a little smaller and almost going through with a boob job, to now standing here having this photo taken.”
She added: “I can honestly say I’ve never felt prouder of my body and what it has been through! Yes my boobs hang lower and my belly is bigger and squishier – it doesnt look how it used to, but my god it created the best gift that has ever happened to me.
“I cannot wait to show my girls the first place they called home and the place where they defied all the odds. If there’s anything I’ve learned over the past 9 months of being pregnant, it’s that I never want my girls to feel the way I did about my body for so many years.
“So to all the future mummies or the mummies that have just given birth, if you’re struggling with how you are feeling in yourself or are maybe even feeling the pressure to “snap back” just take a moment to remember what YOU did! Be kinder to yourself and remember you are INCREDIBLE!!!”
Jesy was praised by her followers as Shaughna Phillips said: “Incredible woman, incredible mama.” Emily Clarkson added: “Perfection.” One fan commented: “Now THIS IS brilliant to read! Happy for you both Jesy!
“It’s been a while since our 1-1’s and this is a beautiful chapter for you all.” Another added: “This is such a lovely post and message. You look great and just look at your precious girls.”
Just last month, Jesy had even more to celebrate as she got engaged to Zion. Alongside a photo of them on a beach at sunset, Jesy wrote: “Just got engaged to my best friend”.
The singer then posted a close-up shot of her dazzling engagement ring. Jesy and Zion’s twin girls had twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTS) – a rare condition that threatened their lives before they were born.
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Identical twins share the same placenta in their mother’s womb, with some blood vessels joining the two together. Twins with TTS don’t have an equal flow of blood between the babies, which means that one baby can become anaemic and another can receive too much blood, leading to heart failure.
Jesy said she was in a “constant state of fear” due to the twins’ condition and later went into hospital for a procedure to burn the blood vessels that were causing uneven blood flow between the twins. She had to live in hospital for 10 weeks before the birth.
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With autumn well and truly here, shoppers are switching out their bedding for something cosier to keep off the chill through the autumn and winter, and this £20 set may be just the ticket
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The bedding has a decent 4.7-star average rating from fans(Image: DUNELM)
Dunelm shoppers are going wild for a new duvet set that they’re calling ‘perfect for winter. ‘ The Catherine Lansfield Stripe 100% Brushed Cotton Reversible Duvet Set is the ideal blend of style and comfort, making it a top choice for the chilly months.
Available in six colours, including the newly launched navy and silver, this versatile striped design can match almost any bedroom decor. Plus, it’s reversible, so you can switch up your room’s look whenever you fancy.
With prices ranging from £20 to £42, each set comes with two standard pillowcases, offering a complete bedding makeover in one go. It’s available in four sizes: single, double, king and super king.
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There are countless ways to style this set to make your bedroom feel ready for autumn. Pair it with a chunky knit throw and warm lighting for a cosy, hotel-at-home vibe. We also suggest lighting a few candles for an extra snug atmosphere, reports the Express.
If you’re keen to explore other options, Dunelm isn’t the only retailer offering gorgeous bed sets. Soak & Sleep provides high-quality bedding at affordable prices, with its luxurious Egyptian cotton starting at £19.20.
Piglet in Bed offers a real luxury option, with bedding woven from a sumptuous blend of European flax linen and long-staple cotton. This provides the perfect balance of softness and structure, with charming details like coconut-shell button fastenings. The fabric is soft, breathable, and incredibly comforting against the skin, with a linen bundle starting from £237.
However, Dunelm’s Catherine Lansfield Duvet Set has also received rave reviews. One satisfied customer gushed: “So pleased with it. Looks great and is so comfortable. I loved it so much I bought the pink set for my daughter. She asked if it was expensive, as it felt like really good quality.”
Another chimed in: “Excellent value in bedding. The material is soft and cosy, perfect for autumn and winter. We liked it so much we ordered another set in a different colour way.”
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But not all feedback was positive. One person noted: “Bought this duvet set the other week, looked lovely and nice and warm. Unfortunately, I went to put it on the bed this morning, and the buttons are broken in half. What a disappointment to find this.”
Big Brother contestant George Gilbert has revealed the real reason he was removed from the house following repeated use of unacceptable language and behaviour.
The parish councillor, 23, was given a formal warning by Big Brother during Monday night’s episode after he made a fellow housemate cry by apparently mocking them. George has now opened up about the situation on his Youtube channel.
Appearing on screen from his home, George told viewers: “Well here we are. I didn’t want to be making this video. I didn’t think I would have to make this video. But the people want to know what it was that I said to get booted out of the Big Brother house.
“It’s a real shame because I was thoroughly enjoying myself and I’m gutted that it has ended like this,” he added. “I got on so well with the crew and the other housemates. They all loved me and I’m not even joking, they genuinely did.”
George went on: “We had some great times, great conversations, and great debates and we did it passively. We agreed to disagree. So I was absolutely gutted when I was told I was being kicked out, but here we are.”
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The Big Brother star star went on to add that he went on the show in the hopes of ‘spreading his beliefs’ and garnering more fans for his YouTube channel, which he hopes to make his full time career.
“They brand Big Brother as a social experiment where you can discuss things and be on a political spectrum. I wanted to meet new people and people who would challenge my beliefs and maybe help me learn something about myself and see if they could change my mind about some of my beliefs,” George added.
“I thought by going into the house and spreading what I believe as the truth that it would not only help me cement my views if they are right, or it would help other people see a different side of the story.”
However, it was George’s views that got him kicked out of the Big Brother house in the end as he admitted that he pushed the boundaries far too much.
George said he was ‘distraught’ after getting a verbal warning on the first night in the house. George told his housemates that he “doesn’t believe that anyone is intrinsically good or evil” and went on to use the most extreme example of Adolf Hitler.
Big Brother star George says he’s ‘gutted’ after being kicked out of the iconic house ( ITV)
Addressing his first verbal warning from Big Brother, George admitted that he said: “Hitler did the things that he did because he would have been fed a pack of lies about Jewish people and that’s why he did the things he did. He thought he was doing good for Germany. He thought Jews were to blame for all of Germany’s troubles. Hitler was misguided.”
George added that he received a second complaint from Big Brother on day three when he expressed an offensive reason for not wanting to have a child with a Black woman.
Of his second formal complaint from Big Brother, George said: “I like touching the boundaries and maybe I’m in the wrong but what I said was, as a ginger with blue eyes – I’m like the rarest form of human on earth – because red hair is recessive and not a dominant gene.”
In the end, it was George’s hurtful and homophobic comments about fellow housemate Sam that got him removed from the house. “I said in the diary room after Sam was crying about what I said that ‘if you can’t take the heat then get out of the Big Brother house’. So that was it.”
George made an offensive comment about not wanting to have children with women of colour ( Instagram)
The Big Brother star has been slammed by ITV viewers ( @georgegilbertig/Instagram)
A Big Brother spokesperson said at the time of his exit: “Following repeated use of unacceptable language and behaviour, George has been removed from the Big Brother House with immediate effect and will no longer participate in the programme.”
George’s comments did not air due to them being contrary to broadcasting standards. It has also been reported that George was given several warnings before the latest incident, most of which were not broadcast as the language was also contrary to broadcasting standards.
One example of such language, however, was seen during Monday’s episode. While in the diary room, housemate Sam reflected on comments George had made about him during a game of truth or dare where he had to tell each housemate their worst quality.
George told Sam he was “too” and he then appeared to mock Sam’s voice and body language by waving a limp wrist. Sam told Big Brother: “I think with the whole George situation, basically, I think it all just came to a bit of a head about the kind of impression that he did of me, or whatever.
George made Sam cry in the diary room with his comments ( ITV)
“It was him doing it, mocking me as if I have some kind of like disability or something, which is just like rude anyway, and then all the boys kind of laughing. It just kind of felt like I was back in school, I think. And it just kind of brought all that back in that moment.”
Becoming emotional, he added: “It’s just so annoying, because I’ve really overcome a lot to become who I am, and I don’t want this comment to seep in and have an effect on me.”
George later told Sam: “The last thing I want to do is make someone feel s**t about themselves.” Later in the diary room, Big Brother told George: “Big Brother thinks that your language and behaviour was unacceptable and could cause offence, and is therefore issuing you with a warning.”
George also caused offence when, during a conversation about homelessness, he said people “know drugs are bad” and should “stop deflecting responsibility”. While the housemates were asleep, George was called to go into the Diary Room where he was told he would no longer be a contestant on the show.
The Big Brother contestant was then told by viewers to “grow up” after sharing his first post since being axed from the show. Now back at home, George took to his social media to share a post but it hasn’t gone down well with his followers.
The specific incident which caused George to be removed from the show but he had already received a warning from bosses due to his “inappropriate behaviour and language”.
George was caught in another row with his fellow Housemates on Monday night ( ITV)
George has now shared a video to his Instagram page where he discusses being kicked off the programme. The Big Brother contestant can be seen sitting barefoot in his garden with an open book across his face. He leans towards the camera and says: “I was asking questions. I just want to know the truth. You know?”
He then walks away from the camera and wrote in the caption: “The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing,” which is a quote from Albert Einstein.
However, many viewers didn’t like George’s video, with many taking to the comments to share their opinions. Singer Sean Chriscole wrote: “You broke broadcast standards, I’ve read them. I know what they are, you know what they are. They’re dead easy to follow.
“I’ve seen contracts for Netflix and ITV and BBC as an actor myself. You have to say some stupid s**t to get sacked/contract terminated. Yet your [sic] brush it off as ‘I was just asking questions.’ Do some self reflection and grow up.”
Another said: “I just wanna know what you said that was soo bad,” while a third commented: “Just tell us what you said. We all want to know.”
George had plenty of controversial opinions during his time in the Big Brother house. He shared his views on homelessness, saying that homeless people should take responsibility for their financial situations. He then went on to say that most people who shoplift are driven by greed instead of desperation.
Friday’s eviction will continue as planned, the details of which will be explained during Wednesday’s episode of Big Brother: Late And Live.
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Mark Ronson shared that he recently performed at Selena Gomez’s wedding and is now keeping his calendar clear in case Taylor Swift wants him to DJ her big day
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Mark Ronson puts his entire year on hold for possible favour from Taylor Swift
Mark Ronson has revealed that he recently DJ’d at Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s wedding and joked that he’s keeping his year free in case Taylor Swift asks him to do the same for hers.
Speaking to Scott Mills on BBC Radio 2’s Breakfast Show, the music producer opened up about his friendship with Blanco, his famous stepfather Mick Jones, and some behind-the-scenes secrets from his career.
Ronson told Mills that his stepdad, Foreigner guitarist Mick Jones, wrote the iconic love song I Want to Know What Love Is for his mother. “That song is actually about my mum,” he said, adding that it’s surreal to have such a legendary ballad tied to his family’s story.
The Uptown Funk hitmaker also laughed as he debunked one of MTV’s biggest illusions – the celebrity homes featured on MTV Cribs. “Most of those houses weren’t real,” he admitted. “People would rent or borrow fancy places to look rich. The only real house was mine and it was tiny.”
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Ronson said he feels grateful that Uptown Funk has become such a popular wedding song. “I love that people still dance to it, especially at weddings. It’s kind of wild that it’s turned into that kind of classic,” he said.
During the chat, Mills brought up Foreigner’s recent public offer to play at Taylor Swift’s wedding, prompting Ronson to reveal he’s keeping his schedule open just in case.
Scott asked: “Hey, I saw that Foreigner have offered to play Taylor Swift’s wedding. Have you seen that?” To which Mark replied: “Yeah, I saw that too.”
Scott continued: “I wonder if she’s said anything yet.” Before Mark laughed and said: “I think there’s a lot of people putting themselves up for that gig. Me – I’m keeping the year open as well.”
Scott joked: “You never know.” To which Mark agreed: “Exactly. You don’t know who’s going to get the call. I did DJ a wedding that apparently she was at a week ago.”
Scott then sounded surprised, as he asked: “A week ago?” To which Mark replied: “Yeah. I didn’t see her on the dancefloor, so I probably didn’t do the best job of selling my services there.”
Scott then asked: “Was this the Selena Gomez wedding?” Before Mark confirmed: “It was. This was that.”
He went on to share how he got the gig. “I’ve known Benny for ten years,” he explained. “When he got engaged, he said, ‘Will you come and do like a ’90s DJ set at my wedding?’ and I was like, sure.”
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As the chat wrapped up, Mills teased that Taylor Swift should book Ronson for her own big day. Mark laughed, adding, “You could also get a good deal – maybe a Foreigner-Mark Ronson wedding package.”
Professional dancer Carlos Gu has issued a two-word message to his Strictly Come Dancing co-star amid rumours of a fallout between them after they unfollowed each other
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Strictly dancers Carlos Gu and Nancy Xu are rumoured to have fallen out(Image: Instagram)
Strictly Come Dancing stars Carlos Gu and Nancy Xu were once so close they called each other “baby brother” and “favourite sister”. However, their tight bond was rocked by feud rumours which only intensified when they unfollowed each other on social media.
The pair have a long history of friendship, having grown up together in China before making the move to the UK to join Strictly. They once proudly showed off their bond, which was clear for fans to see both on and off the dancefloor.
Yet, things appeared to turn sour behind the scenes amid rumours Nancy and Carlos weren’t speaking to each other during the 2024 series. It seemed to stem from the fact Carlos wasn’t given a celebrity partner, while Nancy was.
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However, this year Nancy hasn’t been given a celebrity pairing, which has left her upset and disappointed. She wasn’t best pleased she hadn’t landed a starring role in the series but on Sunday night she performed a stunning routine with fellow pro Kai Widdington.
The pair have received praised from their fellow pros following the dance, with even Carlos joining in. He re-shared a clip of the performance from Nancy and Kai, in what could be a turning point for their once close bond.
Alongside the video, he said: “A sensation performance.” Just a few weeks ago, Nancy addressed reports she wasn’t happy about the partner snub.
Nancy said: “I am okay. I am okay. As you all know now, I don’t have a dance partner on Strictly Come Dancing this year. In the very beginning, when I just received the messages, it [did] upset me and [I] felt disappointed.”
The dancer, who joined the BBC show in 2019, said about having moved to the UK from China: “All I wanted is to achieve my dream. Strictly has given me such a big platform to allow me to show my skills, show my talents.
“Of course, I felt this year has been left out but I’m good because I’m still part of the Strictly family. This year you will possibly hear my voice more than ever because I will give all my energy to support all my Strictly family. I will be there cheering for them.”
Yet, Carlos didn’t react to Nancy’s post, despite her receiving support from the Strictly cast. The pair had also unfollowed each other on social media, in a sign things haven’t been patched up between them.
Last year, a Strictly insider told The Sun : “The feud between Nancy and Carlos is really sad and has left everyone really shocked. They’ve been close since childhood, but have fallen out and unfollowed each other on socials.
“The atmosphere on set is said to be awkward and tense when both are around, and to many it was a relief when Carlos didn’t attend the show weeks ago.”
Breaking his silence on the alleged row with Nancy, Carlos insisted to the Daily Mail that he was ‘fine’ with his co-star and dismissed any notions that there was an ongoing feud.
He said: “We’re fine. We’ve been friends since childhood, and friends argue, we’re too close and are like brother and sister to completely fall out.”
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Shoppers hail this moisture absorber as ‘the best unit I’ve used’ that ‘work so well’ at banishing smells, moisture and damp – and right now, this gadget is up for grabs for a nifty 20% less
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This Absodry Moisture Absorber is designed to tackle humidity in larger rooms.(Image: Lakeland)
Shoppers are raving about the effectiveness of a moisture absorber in tackling dampness in their homes. The Absodry Moisture Absorber, currently on offer at £22.39, down 20% from its usual price of £27 at Lakeland, is proving to be a hit.
Sporting a chic grey hue, customers have praised not only its aesthetic appeal but also its impressive performance in areas prone to dampness, such as bathrooms, garages or basements. Included with the product is a 600g bag of moisture-absorbing crystals, which are expected to last up to three months. Refill bags can also be purchased separately.
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These crystals work by absorbing excess moisture from the air and condensing it into the water container, thus preventing excessive humidity. Its sleek and minimalist design allows it to blend seamlessly on a window ledge or shelf. In addition to grey, it is also available in green, pink or blue, reports the Express.
Another plus point is that it operates without electricity and is completely silent. A handy feature is an indicator that signals when the water container is full and needs to be emptied. Lakeland also praises its ‘sleek and minimalistic design that sits nicely in any room, whether it’s your cosy living room or busy workplace’.
For those looking to explore other options, there’s the Wilko Refillable Dehumidifier Fresh Linen – Green, priced at £2.99. This is touted as being perfect for use in closets, bathrooms and kitchens, and is refillable. Standing at 18cm in height, it offers durability as it can be refilled.
Another option is the Minky Damp Guards with 4 Refill Tablets, currently available for £20 at Argos. The 0.5 litre absorber features an adjustable air vent to quickly and effectively absorb moisture, along with a spout that allows water to be easily emptied down the drain.
However, Lakeland customers are enthusiastically endorsing the Absodry Moisture Absorber, which boasts numerous 5-star ratings. One commented: “Needed a solution for my cloakroom to manage the damp smell and moisture, these not only look good but work so well. Takes a few days to start working, but the amount of water this has collected is amazing! Highly recommended!”
Others revealed it was so effective they have purchased multiple units: “Best unit I’ve used, I have three now, no electric, so no noise, works great in my bedroom, no damp on the windows like I did have. I rate this product to anyone.”
One buyer described it as a mould preventative, stating: “I’ll be honest, I wasn’t expecting these to work as we’ve tried various similar items (from other companies) and they’ve been no good at all. I am so impressed with these; they work so well! We get a lot of condensation around our windows, especially in the wintertime, which then causes a little mould on the window frames, but with these, there is no mould at all. Well worth the money!”
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