Does the US claim that all people have the right to free speech, but not everyone else?
A chilling question is emerging in a nation that values democracy, freedom of speech, and the right to protest: Who is speaking and who is being silenced?
More than 1, 000 foreign students and recent graduates in the United States have reportedly had their visas suspended or their legal status altered. In addition, American citizens have been subjected to arrests at airports and border crossings, questioned about their political beliefs, and had their phones searched for Donald Trump-related content. Do First Amendment rights seem to be slipping away quietly?
Presenter: Stefanie Dekker
Guests:
Nora Benavidez, a lawyer for civil rights,
Conor Fitzpatrick, Senior Counselor at Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression
Now is the perfect time to add a ” gorgeous ” furniture set to your outdoor space with a ” gorgeous ” at a great price.
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‘Gorgeous’ rattan furniture set is axed by £70 as date for next heatwave is set(Image: Amazon)
Whether you’re looking for the perfect place to host guests for your next summer garden party or just fancy adding a comfortable and relaxing place to sit on your patio, this luxurious-looking furniture set may be just the ticket. Plus, as the dates for the UK’s next heatwave are locked in, what better time is there to grab an idyllic furniture set that’s sure to be ideal for alfresco dining or chilling in the sun.
This Bigzzia Rattan Garden Furniture Set, which is currently available for purchase for a whopping £70 discount, has received an impressive 3988 Amazon reviews and is said to be “gorgeous” and “so comfortable,” making it the ideal addition to any outdoor space. There’s no telling how long this deal will last, so you might want to hurry up if you want to upgrade your outside seating.
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This Bigzzia Rattan Garden Furniture Set is currently reduced by 40%(Image: Amazon)
This rattan garden furniture set can be used both inside and outside. It has a traditional rattan weave texture that will blend seamlessly with any home’s interior or exterior design. This patio furniture set can be placed on your balcony, patio, or both, making it the ideal place to unwind and unwind in the summertime.
A heatwave known as the “Spanish scorcher” that we’re supposed to experience in the upcoming weeks has a confirmed start date for when the temperature will rise once more.
As explained by The Mirror, Britain is set to be hit by a 400-mile-wide heatwave as temperatures finally top 30C. After the record spring sizzle, summer is beginning with drizzle and a cooldown this week, with disappointing 16- 20 °C highs over the next few days and soggy spells. But hot air blowing from melting Spain, which has ushered in 40 °C early summer temperatures across the Iberian peninsula, is due to blow to Britain after the weekend, according to weather maps.
The mercury will nudge 27°C by next Wednesday (June 11), according to BBC Weather, and other weather forecasters have predicted 31°C will follow, beating the previous May 1 record of 29.3°C, which was the hottest day of the year.
The Rattan Patio Set offers two armchairs, one double-seat sofa, one table, two armchair cushions, and one double-seat sofa cushion, giving you a fashionable appearance without sacrificing comfort. This furniture is the best choice for creating those cozy vibes, whether you’re looking for more intimate seating arrangements or have a smaller yard.
This rattan furniture set’s design perfectly combines country chic and contemporary minimalism, giving it a sophisticated touch while remaining understated and versatile. This set promises durability as well as a chic and comfortable place to sit, made of PE rattan, which has good flexibility and can withstand strong ultraviolet radiation without easily fading. Additionally, PE rattan makes cleaning up spills as simple as possible thanks to its ease of use.
While this sale lasts, this gem is now available for purchase on Amazon for the reduced price of £110.19. It normally retails for a hefty £179.99.
Shoppers are leaving glowing recommendations for this set among the nearly 4k reviews. One delighted customer declared, “Fantastic small set for the money. Perfect for a small patio. simple to put together. Excellent service.
This buyer exclaims, “This set was a delightful surprise for the price,” adding more praise. It’s simple to put together, and the finished product is fantastic. It is extremely comfortable and the cushions are very supportive. Cleaning supplies and cushion covers are simple. Although previous reviews mention screw alignment, I followed the instructions and had no issues. Items are move-able and strong enough. I highly recommend this product.
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Although this customer did mention one minor flaw, saying, “It’s awful to put together, but it’s gorgeous and comfortable once done.”
The broadcaster’s star, Zoe Ball, has revealed that she has a new, very painful health condition, and that she is not letting it detract from her progress.
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Zoe has been battling bursitis (Image: Zoe Ball/Instagram)
Zoe Ball has been left in pain after being diagnosed with a new health condition. The broadcasting legend shared the news with her BBC Radio 2 listeners over the weekend, just weeks after she returned to the network.
The 54-year-old revealed that she had been diagnosed with bursitis and provided an update on her overall health. The condition occurs when the fluid-filled bursa, which cushion the joints, become painful and inflamed. The shoulders, elbows, hips, elbows, hips, and knees are among the large joints where the main bursae is located next to tendons.
If there is an infection or steroid injection into the affected joint, the treatment may include painkillers, rest, ice packs, antibiotics, or both. Following Zoe’s earlier confirmation that she had been suffering from temporomandibular joint (TMJ), the update is released. Zoe stated on the show this weekend, “Yes, it’s come.” I had bursitis at age 54.
Zoe updated listeners on her health condition(Image: Zoe Ball/Instagram)
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She continues to work out with her personal trainer, Seth, to increase her strength and agility despite the pain. She continued, “Thank you Seth, I learned that I have a…
A rating of “… “was it a four or five on the fitness level? I was quite impressed with myself, and I believe it’s nine or ten. You’ve got to start somewhere, don’t you? He is assisting me with my bursitis.
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Zoe has previously been open about her TMJ battle, which affects the joint between the jawbone and temporal bone. It can cause issues such as jaw, neck and shoulder pain, as well as problems with vision, dizziness and headaches. The star recently underwent a lymphatic drainage massage in order to try and ease the pain from the condition.
The broadcaster returned to the radio earlier this year(Image: CREDIT LINE:BBC/Ray Burmiston)
She referred to her on social media as “I have TMJ and wake up every day with terrible headaches from tension and jaw clenching.” Helen @thesculptresslondon is so appreciative of her magic.
“I’ve seen her, check out my face before, yikes,” reads the caption in picture 2. I can’t stress this enough about her. Additionally, she has the best playlists.
After initially leaving her broadcasting duties in December, Zoe made a second appearance on Radio 2 in May of this year. However, when she made her return this year, she overjoyed the audience.
She continued, “Hello, it’s me, it’s lovely to be back on a Saturday.” When I used to clean up and make teas in the mornings, I used to do them in the mornings, and then I moved to the location where Rylan is now, it all started.
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Before it was revealed by the organization that Zoe would not be presenting a show later in the day, Scott Mills had already given over control of her breakfast show to her pal.
Helen Thomas, the head of radio 2, said at the time, “I’m thrilled to announce that Zoe has found a new home on Radio 2 on Saturday lunchtimes. Additionally, she’ll be hosting a number of special events for us throughout the year.
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Actress Deborra-Lee Furness reportedly set her sights on an explosive tell-all after filing for divorce from her ex-husband Hugh Jackman last month.
Deborra-Lee Furness and Hugh Jackman were together almost three decades(Image: AFP via Getty Images)
Deborra-Lee Furness is reportedly eyeing up a no-holds-barred book that would spill all about her split from actor Hugh Jackman. The actress, 69, announced her separation from Hugh, 56, in September 2023 after almost three decades together.
They had built a picture-perfect life, with homes worldwide. However, last month, Deborra officially filed the divorce proceedings in a New York courthouse.
Deborra gave the divorce a covert attack on Hugh as she criticized him. She claimed that those who had gone through a “traumatic journey of betrayal” were her “heart and compassion.” She claimed she had faith in a higher power.
She said, “This belief has helped me navigate the breakdown of an almost three-decade marriage.” Returning to yourself and living within your own integrity, values, and boundaries is liberation and freedom, even though it may hurt.
Deborra is reportedly planning to release a bombshell book(Image: Getty Images)
As Hugh moves on with actress Sutton Foster, it seems like she is now prepared to reveal more about the agonizing split. During the course of her memoir, she reportedly has been recording her emotional journey.
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According to a source, Deb has been trying to get her side of the story out there. She has been recording every aspect of this unpleasant roller-coaster divorce, both positively and negatively, and keeping track of every single thought. She will be talking to publishers about a deal as soon as her attorneys permit.
Everyone is on their own “journey,” according to Deborra, and relationships are not “random,” she claimed.
To learn our lessons, recognize our flaws, and acknowledge and repair the broken parts of ourselves, we are drawn to people and invite them in. I’m still appreciative.
The couple announced their split in 2023, saying, “We have been blessed to have spent almost three decades as husband and wife in a wonderful, loving marriage. We have chosen to separate to pursue our individual growth because our current journey is changing.
Our family has always been and will continue to be our top priority. We approach this upcoming chapter with admiration, love, and kindness. We appreciate your understanding as our family navigates this difficult transition in all of our lives while respecting our privacy.
Once their marriage is legally annulled, according to a source, there won’t be any drama between the two. According to a source, Deborra is pleased with a settlement that includes a sizable spousal support payment.
She continued to say to the Daily Mail, “There was some back and forth about this financial arrangement, but ultimately she got what she deserved.”
Both are leaving this financially secure situation. This will provide the closure she needed without creating any drama.
The Mirror has contacted Deborra’s representative for comment.
Exclusive: Radio 1 DJ Matt Edmondson talks about famous encounters and his special bond with co-host Mollie, who has been his pillar of support throughout his struggles with a mental illness.
Matt Edmondson discusses his love life, best friend Mollie, and mental health.
You know you’re well-connected when you casually drop names like Robert De Niro and Bryan Cranston into conversation. But Radio 1 DJ Matt Edmondson has made a career out of interviewing the A-list and hanging out with the stars, so it’s little wonder he’s got a fair few anecdotes up his sleeve – like the time he discussed water pressure with legendary actor De Niro, or the moment he bonded with singer Nick Jonas over a board game Matt made.
When it comes to his favourite celeb, there’s one stunning singer who stands head and shoulders above the rest. “Mollie King is the nicest celebrity I’ve ever met and I feel so lucky I can now call her one of my best friends,” Matt, 39, gushes as he chats exclusively to OK! from the Radio 1 studio, where the pair co-host their afternoon show.
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Matt says he and former Saturdays singer Mollie have a ‘weird telepathy’(Image: WireImage)
He tells us that Saturday’s star Mollie, who has recently returned from maternity leave after the birth of her second child with her cricketer fiancé Stuart Broad, will be back on the airwaves at the end of this month. And it’s clear he can’t wait. “She is just the most wonderful person,” he says. “We have a weird telepathy going on. I feel like I’ve known her my entire life.”
Before Mollie, 37, joined Radio 1, Matt, who was previously employed by T4 and the gossip site Holy Moly, conducted an interview for The Saturdays. He explained to OK: “I didn’t really know her, but I’d already met the band a few times. She then joined me to host four shows as a guest. I thought, “This person already feels like a sister to me,” I was ten minutes into the first season.
Matt and his wife Bryony have two daughters.
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I basically begged her to stay until the four weeks are over. She consented, too. And I’d never be able to return to doing radio alone. Our friendship is completely genuine, which is why the show succeeds. We converse two or three times a week, even when she’s on mat leave.
While Mollie hasn’t been around to look after her children, Annabella, two, and Liliana, four months old, she has joined him with DJ Jeremiah Asiamah, who has two daughters, Ivy, eight, and Willow, three, with his wife Bryony. Jamie Laing stepped into her shoes during her first pregnancy leave. He also became one of Matt’s closest friends.
Jamie Laing has grown to be Matt’s personal assistant.
Matt watched as Jamie took on the monumental challenge of running across England in an “ultra marathon” back in March, which raised over £1m for Comic Relief. “I could never do what Jamie’s done,” Matt says. “He’s superhuman. It was the most pain I’ve ever seen a person in. It was a testament to his mental strength that he did it. It was like watching someone constantly about to keel over.”
The radio DJ has nothing but praise for his friend, noting how far Jamie’s come since his days as Spencer Matthews’ sidekick on Made In Chelsea. “I can’t imagine that being on a reality show and having that all played out on TV was easy,” Matt says. “I’m glad the world is seeing Jamie as more than just his ‘silly’ side now. He’s the most wonderful human being. He’s one of life’s good guys.”
Matt credits both Jamie, 36, and Mollie with being there for him when he feels low, noting that he talks to his friends when he’s struggling with his mental health. He was diagnosed with cyclothymia, a condition similar to bipolar disorder but with milder highs and lows, in his late twenties.
Matthew explains, “I have a lot of people in my life who I can talk to about my issues.” I’ll speak with Jamie, Mollie, and my wife. It’s very fortunate to have a network of people who truly know and love me without making any judgments. Additionally, I received therapy, which I found to be incredibly motivating. It’s crucial to try to get rid of the shame from it.
Matt co-hosted the Xtra Factor with Rylan(Image: ITV / Thames / Syco Entertainmen)
Making music was another outlet that helped Matt cope with his diagnosis. He set about studying music production and making his own songs during the Covid pandemic, which has led him to collaborate with singers such as James Arthur and Example.
Additionally, it has resulted in a recent collaboration with Bloo, a company that created a hilarious “top of the plops” banger specifically designed to mask embarrassing toilet noises. After Bloo revealed that 62% of Brits find the sounds they make in the bathroom to be revolting, Bloo made the revelation.
He says of the song, which is an earworm, “My happy place is making songs and the sillier the better,” and that the sillier the better. Because I can’t help but chat while I’m on the loo, it was a dream come true for me, and I’m the ideal man for the job. I’ll sit down with my three-year-old. She just finished her potty training, so it’s a big deal.
The song is a big deal to his celeb pals, too. Since sharing the tune’s hilarious video on social media, the likes of Will Best, Melvin Odoom and Professor Green have all expressed their admiration for Matt’s work. It’s clear when chatting about such things that Matt is game for a laugh and open to all opportunities. We get talking about reality TV. Surely a gig like Strictly Come Dancing or I’m A Celeb could be on the cards given his high-profile job?
He laughs, “I’ve never been asked to do Strictly, and I don’t know why,” given that practically every other Radio 1 DJ has done it.
The radio presenter says he feels like he’s known Mollie ‘all his life’(Image: Redferns)
“Mollie, Jamie, Melvin, they’ve all had a go. I’d never say never if they did ask, but if I were to put myself forward for one reality show it would be The Traitors. It’s the best thing on TV. I can’t wait to see the celeb version. Oh, and I’m waiting for the call-up to be a judge on the next series of Britain’s Got Talent. I have zero qualifications for the job, but you know, if everyone else was busy…”
Matt could just call up his old boss, Simon Cowell, if he wanted in. He hosted the X Factor spin-off show The Xtra Factor Live back in 2016 alongside Rylan Clark. However, it doesn’t sound like he’s particularly close to Si these days. When asked if he still checks in with him, Matt replies, “I mean, I didn’t really check in with him when I was presenting his show! He’s sort of like the Wizard of Oz – he’s there, but not. He’s behind the screen somewhere. So no, I haven’t seen or heard from Simon Cowell, but I think I’d be low on his priorities.”
What will Matt do next, then? He says “excitedly, though he’s keeping it a secret that it’s about,” “but I’m writing a musical.” With Mollie, I’m also working on a unique project. One of the most original podcast concepts ever was presented. Matt won’t be drawn into providing specifics, but one thing is certain: if Mollie is involved, you can guarantee that he’ll be smiling.
Matt has teamed up with the UK’s number one toilet carebrand, Bloo, for its Block Out With Bloo campaign.To listen to the track, search Matt Edmondson Block OutWith Bloo on SoundCloud.