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EXCLUSIVE: Chris Robshaw and his family have suffered another tragic setback ahead of Strictly Come Dancing’s live show tomorrow night, a source has revealed to The Mirror

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Strictly Come Dancing star Chris Robshaw has dealt heartbreaking family news ahead of tomorrow’s live show. The rugby player, 39, is due to perform a salsa with professional dance partner Nadiya Bychkova tomorrow – but behind-the-scenes, he’s been dealing with a family emergency.

Chris and his wife Camilla have been “an emotional mess” after their dog Rico became unwell with kidney failure. The 13-year-old canine, who Strictly’s Chris calls his first child, is said to be declining rapidly following his shock diagnosis.

“Chris is holding it together as best he can but he’s a huge softy at heart and Rico’s diagnosis has knocked him for six,” a source told The Mirror. “Camilla and Chris are trying to stay strong for their two boys, but it’s been an emotional time.

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“He’s been wearing sunglasses where possible to hide his eyes, as it’s been so upsetting.” They added that Chris is worried that he won’t be there in case Rico’s health becomes worse.

“Camilla has been posting the dog a lot on her socials, without much context, but the diagnosis has been tough to swallow,” they said. “Chris hates fuss, so he’s been keeping things quiet.”

Despite the tough news, Chris will be performing tomorrow night as he “doesn’t want to let the viewers down”. The source said: “Whilst being professional and turning up for rehearsals, staying late and dancing for more than eight hours a day, he’s feeling deflated at the moment.”

It’s yet another blow to the family after Chris was targeted by an alleged female stalker ahead of his Strictly debut. The sportsman is said to have almost pulled the plug on his time at the BBC competition before it began over fears that the woman would become a threat.

A spokesperson for Chris told the Mirror in August: “This is an ongoing police investigation, and therefore we are unable to comment at this time. Chris will not be commenting further.”

Last month, Chris revealed that his singer wife Camilla laughed at him when he revealed that he would be signing up to Strictly. The couple married in France in 2018 and share sons Wilding, four, and one-year-old Hunter.

Chris told Heat magazine that his wife knows “all about my dance moves” but later reassured him that she backed his decision. He explained: “She was like, ‘Look, it’s a great opportunity. It’s amazing, so go and do it, we’ll support you’.”

Strictly Come Dancing continues tomorrow on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

As a first-time mum I’ve been looking for ways to make feeding time easier, and this hands-free warming breast pump has been pain-free and easy to use on the go

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As any new mum knows, you can often be inundated with advice, social media adverts and a constant stream of what you should buy and shouldn’t. So when my sister, Miranda-Alix, was awaiting the birth of her first child, she decided to put Eufy’s brand new wearable smart breast pump – the S1 Pro to the test to see whether it lived up to expectations.

The breast pump claims to be the world ’s first warming wearable breast pump for extra comfort and milk, which offers hospital-grade performance and suction, designed to fit all nipple sizes. For British mums that have given birth in a UK NHS hospital, you’ll be privy to the joys of using a pump which is similar to high Street brand Calypso. These pumps are incredibly effective in terms of suction measurement and speed, however the suction edges can be uncomfortable against the breast, and the design doesn’t always live up to expectations.

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The Eufy S1 Pro

What we love

• Comfortable for daily wear on delicate and sensitive-prone skin
• Stylish design including portable charging case lasts up to 5 days
• Speedy pumping
• Easy decanting
• Heated for comfort and encouragement of milk production

What we don’t

• Not completely discrete under clothing

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As soon as she started using the S1 Pro, my sister was very impressed by the sleek and compatible size, not to mention the design of the product which was easy to pack away and use, which was quite a high priority for her. She compared both the hospital pump she was given and the Eufy which comes in at £269.99 from eufy.com and was incredibly impressed at the ease of use, speed pumping, effective pumping, sound, size and great design.

The soft silicone edges glide smoothly across the skin with absolutely no friction whatsoever, with the exception of the gummy surface which helps with skin to skin connection. No leaks here! With this comes a modern, almost futuristic design.

The design of the S1 Pro even stretches to the beautiful carry case which you could easily carry off as a stylish clutch. The carry case is also its charging port, which you charge up using a USB charge for convenience then retains power for up to 5 days making it easy to use on the go.

Miranda-Alix’s thoughts

As a new mum of a baby boy Kai, I have been using the Eufy S1 Pro day and night between feeds to express milk in an attempt to exclusively breastfeed. Whether or not you want to combine this with formula feeding too, it is an absolute dream in terms of getting the milk at any time of the day while seated, moving around or doing anything that I need to do.

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I have been using the Eufy S1 Pro since returning home and followed all the setup which took me less than 30 mins, and within that time-frame I was able to use it right away. I tested the pump initially feeding on the other breast and using one pump, as they individually turned on and off.

I individually adjusted to suction strength and also heat level to get to the right level for me, and I tested with both inside multiple differing bras, all of which had no issues other than being slightly visible underneath clothing. This electric pump can be worn under any maternity bra with complete access to the controls on the top of the pump.

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These are subtle and easy to use and take up little to no space whilst still having the capacity to collect a good and generous amount of milk. The Eufy S1 Pro has hospital grade suction capability, so you’re able to withdraw as much milk as you can produce, then without even taking the pump apart you can simply pour from the top into storage or a bottle to save for later.

All of this can be tracked in the app alongside. The app is a little bit fiddly if you aren’t used to it, but you get used to it very quickly and before you know it becomes second-nature to have it up. You can see how the product is working, the charge levels of the device, and personalise everything for a tailored-to-you experience.

Final verdict

The price tag is hefty compared to other brands such as the Momcozy All-in-one M5 Wearable Breast Pump which is a little easier on the bank balance. However, if you’re going to invest over £100 in a pump, the added 5 day portable charge, heated capability and the low decibel sound of the Eufy S1 Pro is worth the bigger price tag in my opinion.

I would say it is definitely possible to exclusively breastfeed if wanted with ease and speedy milk delivery. The Eufy S1 Pro would be your best bet at trying to do so, and that is coming from a first-time mum who is sceptical about products being offered to her constantly.

One way Brits are trying to save money this autumn is by keeping heating bills to a minimum – that’s where these inexpensive expert tips could be your new holy grail for keeping warm

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With temperatures already decreasing as we head deeper into autumn, and Ofgem increasing its price cap earlier this month, Brits across the UK are eagerly looking for ways to keep warm in the autumn and winter months without racking up their energy bills.

There are simple solutions, such as wearing more layers at home or investing in some hefty blankets that you can get cosy under on chilly evenings, but heating expert Matthew Jenkins at MyJobQuote.co.uk has also outlined some easy-to-make changes to your home that could help you save on heating bills through the colder months.

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1. Make Good Use of Your Curtains

Matthew suggests making the most of the free heat from sunlight. By opening your curtains and letting sunlight into your home during the day, you can delay the need to switch on your heating. As night falls, close your curtains. They act as an extra layer of insulation, helping to keep the warmth in the room.

Make sure there are no gaps or leaks to stop warm air from escaping and cold air from creeping in. This can also help to minimise condensation.

During the winter months, it’s advisable to opt for thicker and longer curtains, such as velvet or even blackout options. These ensure less air can seep through the material or sneak around them, into your room.

2. Use Rugs

Your room might be losing a significant amount of heat right under your feet. Floorboards, vinyl, stone, and laminate floors can get extremely cold in the winter, and if your flooring is old or has numerous cracks or gaps, you could be losing a substantial amount of heat through the floor.

Adding a rug to any room can provide a cosy feel while helping to keep your feet warm. It will also help to reduce the amount of cold air creeping in and the amount of warm air escaping.

Depending on the size of the space, a thick rug is a fairly affordable addition to any home.

3. Hot Water Bottles

Hot water bottles are a cost-effective solution for staying warm in the winter. By simply refilling your hot water bottle with warm water throughout the day, you can stay cosy and comfortable.

Pairing a hot water bottle with a blanket creates an incredibly warming combination that keeps you toasty all day long. A fantastic way to cut down on heating at night is to pop a hot water bottle into your bed about 20 to 30 minutes before bedtime, ensuring your sheets are snug and inviting when it’s time to nod off.

If you’re a bit cautious about using water-filled hot water bottles, a microwavable warmer is a brilliant, budget-friendly alternative.

4. Move Your Furniture

A solution that doesn’t require any extra spending, just a bit of interior design know-how. It might seem like a good idea to place your sofa, bed, or desk in front of a radiator to feel the warmth, but this will only result in your furniture soaking up most of the heat from the radiator.

Shifting your furniture away from the radiator allows the warm air to circulate properly throughout the room. This also applies to any other items, such as your curtains, that may be covering your radiator.

Keeping items away from the radiators in the room can provide you with more warmth and allow you to make the most of the heat without waste.

5. Radiator Reflectors

Heat reflectors are a brilliant way to make your home feel cosier. You can pick up radiator reflectors at a bargain price; some options, like those available at Dunelm, go for around £20.

Plus, they’re super easy to fit, meaning you can tackle this DIY task without any extra installation costs. Radiator heat reflectors work by bouncing the heat from your radiator back into the room when placed against the wall behind the radiator.

This stops heat from escaping through the wall and instead pushes the warmth forward into the room, creating a toastier space without the need to crank up the thermostat.

Paris Fury has opened up her handbag and shared its contents, and we spotted two iconic lip products that she always carries with her for make-up touch-ups

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Paris Fury, wife of boxing champ Tyson Fury, has given us a sneak peek into her handbag and revealed her must-have items.

In a video with OK! Magazine, the mum-of-seven explains that she carries around a massive Chanel black quilted bag filled with essentials a busy mum could need, such as nappies, wipes and a hair clip.

But it’s not all practicality – Paris also carries her two favourite lip products that she swears by for naturally enhancing and defining her lips.

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She pulls out two Charlotte Tilbury products: the Lip Cheat pencil, £22, and Hyaluronic Happikiss lip balm, £27, both seemingly in the iconic neutral-pink shade Pillow Talk.

Discussing them, Paris reveals, “I love to have a lipstick and lip liner. This is Pillow Talk Charlotte Tilbury lip balm, I use it on my cheeks, I use it on my lips, and with a bit of darker liner, it always freshens you up, even if you’ve got no make-up on,” reports OK!.

Hyaluronic Happikiss is the perfect choice if you’re not a fan of heavy or matte lipsticks, as it delivers lightweight colour with a hydrating sheen, with 92% of users agreeing that lips feel kissably soft and smooth after using it. Paired with Lip Cheat, it gives definition and shape with a comfortable feel – perfect for busy mums on the go.

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While you’re having a look at the Charlotte Tilbury website, it’s worth taking a peek at the brand’s massive array of Christmas gifts, with something to suit all budgets for every make-up fan in your life. Our top picks include the Pillow Talk Iconic Lip and Cheek Kit, £29, the Charlotte’s Iconic Magic Mini Skin Set, £48, and, of course, the much-coveted Charlotte’s Beauty Advent Calendar, £175 and worth £264.

If you’re on the hunt for a smaller Christmas gift, popular monthly subscription service OK! Beauty Box has revealed four limited-edition beauty Christmas crackers, each centred around a different theme, and each packed with not one but five products from top brands such as Rodial, Bioderma and Aromatherapy Associates. They’re priced at £29.99 each, but the value of the goodies inside is significantly higher – worth up to a whopping £100.

Next’s Prep to Party Beauty Cracker also includes brands like This Works, Dermalogica and Philip Kingsley and is priced at £22 but worth £64, while Lookfantastic is flogging The White Company Winter Mini Cracker, which contains a hand care duo, for £22.

British comedian Johnny Vegas is set to return to screens this week in Netflix’s The Twits.

British telly favourite Johnny Vegas is set to grace screens once more this week in Netflix’s The Twits.

The Netflix film marks the first time Roald Dahl’s beloved short story has been brought to life on screen and boasts an impressive ensemble cast.

Phil Johnston, famed for his contributions to Zootopia and Wreck-it Ralph, helms the animated feature.

The official synopsis for The Twits reads: “The Twits tells the story of Mr. and Mrs. Twit, the meanest, smelliest, nastiest people on the face of the earth, and their epic battle against a family of magical Muggle-Wumps and two brave children who refuse to let the Twits’ cruelty win.”

Who does Johnny Vegas play in The Twits?

Johnny Vegas lends his voice to Mr Twit in Netflix’s The Twits, an animated adaptation of Roald Dahl’s famous short story.

He shares vocal duties with Hollywood legend Margo Martindale, who brings Mrs Twit to life.

The supporting cast features Star Wars icon Natalie Portman as Mary Muggle-Wump and Game of Thrones’ Emilia Clarke as Pippa.

Johnny Vegas in Ideal, Benidorm and other roles

Beloved British funnyman Johnny Vegas has racked up numerous prominent roles throughout his career, reports Lancs Live.

His most memorable appearances include BBC Three’s dark comedy Ideal, in which he portrayed Moz/Roger, and ITV sitcom Benidorm, where he brought to life Geoff Maltby, also known as ‘The Oracle’.

Additional credits feature Eric Agnew in the BBC One sitcom Still Open All Hours and Krook in Bleak House. His knack for comedy has landed him regular appearances on popular panel shows like QI and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown.

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Johnny Vegas’ art

There’s been a growing interest in Johnny Vegas’ artwork, which has been creating quite a stir.

Just last month, it was revealed that Johnny had teamed up with sculptor Emma Rodgers to craft an installation for an upcoming pottery exhibition titled Just Be There.

Dubbed as an “avenue of hugs captured in clay”, it was showcased at the British Ceramics Biennial, which kicked off in Stoke-on-Trent in early September.

The British Ceramics Biennial is taking place at the Spode Works until 19 October and boasts displays from top ceramic artists.

During the pandemic, Johnny rekindled his passion for ceramics, describing it as an “unfinished part” of his journey.

His artwork can also be snapped up at the Blackmore Gallery and Bluecoat Display Centre.

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Who is Johnny Vegas’ ex-wife?

Johnny Vegas first tied the knot with interior designer Catherine ‘Kitty’ Donnelly, after they met at a London pub. They got hitched in August 2002.

In 2003, the couple welcomed their son Michael Pennington, but by 2006 they had separated and were officially divorced two years later.

Vegas then walked down the aisle again in 2011, this time with Irish TV presenter Maia Dunphy in Spain.

By then, Dunphy had already made a name for herself competing in Celebrity Masterchef: Ireland and the Irish version of Dancing with the Stars.

The pair welcomed their son, Tom, in 2015 before calling time on their marriage two years later.

Maia announced the separation with a “heavy heart” in 2018, posting on X (Twitter): “We are telling people now because speculation is unhelpful at best, and dangerous at worst.

“As we think is obvious, we continue to fully support each other, there is no acrimony, no story and no one else involved.”

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Johnny Vegas’ weight loss

Johnny Vegas has been open about his weight loss transformation, revealing that he decided to take action after becoming “wedged in a tunnel” whilst on his honeymoon in Vietnam in 2011.

Calling the experience a “wake up call”, Johnny subsequently began monitoring his food intake more carefully.

This meant reducing his consumption of his beloved bread and cheese, as he shared during an appearance on Loose Women in 2019.

He said: “I have not done a diet in any way whatsoever. I have cut out things, it’s a lifestyle change.

“Then you can live with it and you don’t feel like you are denying yourself anything – apart from cheese!”

Bafta-winning actor Micheal Ward is charged with two counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration, and one count of sexual assault against one woman

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Actor Micheal Ward’s lawyer will apply to have sexual allegations against him dismissed, a court has heard.

The 27-year-old, who starred in Blue Story and Top Boy, was charged with two counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration, and one count of sexual assault against one woman in January 2023.

He appeared in person at Snaresbrook Crown Court on Friday for what was initially listed as a plea and trial preparation, but his lawyer instead requested a dismissal hearing.

The next hearing is listed for December 5 and Ward was bailed under condition he does not contact the alleged victim.

He was bailed in August after appearing in court charged with rape and sexual assault. Ward appeared at Thames Magistrates’ Court on August 28 where he spoke to confirm his name, address and date of birth during a short hearing.

He did not enter any pleas and was granted conditional bail to next appear at Snaresbrook Crown Court on September 25. His condition is not to contact the alleged victim.

In a statement issued after the charges were announced last month, Ward said, “I deny the charges against me entirely,” and he added that he had cooperated with police throughout their investigation.

The Jamaican-born actor was awarded the Bafta Rising Star honour in 2020 and was nominated for the Best Supporting Actor Bafta for his role in the BBC ’s Small Axe in 2021 and the 2022 film Empire of Light.

Ward played in the Soccer Aid match at Stamford Bridge last year and gave a reading at the Christmas Eve carol service hosted by the Princess of Wales in 2023.

He also stars in the American film Eddington alongside Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal, which was released this month.