Paris Fury says ‘I feel so blessed’ as she opens up on new family addition

Paris Fury opened up about the possibility of a new addition to the family, following her daughter Venezuela Fury’s recent engagement announcement

Paris Fury, married to heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, has shared her thoughts on welcoming another little one to their already hectic household. The 36-year-old and Tyson, 37, are already parents to seven children, ranging in age from two to 16.

Back in September, the pair’s firstborn, Venezuela Fury, got engaged to boyfriend Noah Price during her 16th birthday celebrations.

When numerous supporters questioned the announcement due their ages, Paris stood by her daughter’s choice.

While she admitted to wishing that Venezuela had held off a bit longer, she reminded critics that she and Tyson were similar ages when he proposed and that it was “in line” with their traditions.

When asked if she had offered any guidance on marriage to her daughter, she exclusively shared: “She’s doing brilliantly and I’m so proud of her. It’s a really exciting time. I give advice when she asks, but she knows what she wants, and she’s very mature for her age.

“We’re enjoying all the planning bits together, and she’ll definitely be helping me in the kitchen this Christmas like always. Even though she’s engaged, she’s still my little girl.”

Reflecting on the possibility of becoming a grandmother whilst still in her thirties, she continued: “I’m only young and I don’t feel ready to be called ‘Nan’ just yet.

“But at the same time, if and when it happens, we’ll welcome that next chapter with love. With a big family like ours, you never know what the future holds!”.

Paris also shared her thoughts on whether she would expand her brood further.

“I’m very happy as we are. Seven is a beautiful, busy number, and I feel so blessed,” she commented.

“I’m not planning any more at this stage – my hands are full and my heart is full!”.

In 2023, Tyson and Paris offered viewers a glimpse into their chaotic home life through their Netflix series, At Home With The Furys.

The programme proved a massive success with audiences, leading to its renewal for a second series, which is scheduled to air next year.

Throughout the show, Paris also documents her journey as the brand ambassador for Eternal Collagen. Speaking about the supplement, she said: “Honestly, I feel amazing. I’ve been taking Eternal Collagen every single day for about six months now, and it’s become such a big part of my routine.

“It’s so easy – just one capful and I’m done for the day. With seven kids, I can’t afford to feel run down, and Eternal Collagen has kept my energy levels right up.

“My skin is firmer, my hair and nails feel stronger than ever, and I just feel healthier with more energy. I haven’t had a single cold or illness since I started taking it, which is a miracle in a house full of little ones!”.

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She continued about the response so far: “[It] has been so lovely. People have been commenting on my skin and ask what I’ve changed in my routine because I look ‘fresh’ or ‘glowy’ and I tell them straight away it’s the Eternal Collagen.

“My mum and her friends are all taking it too . My family are actually getting bottles in their Christmas stockings this year!”.

Kieran Hayler leaves court after pleading not guilty to raping 13-year-old girl

Katie Price’s ex-husband has left court after pleading not guilty to accusations of raping a 13-year-old girl.

The 38-year-old, who was wearing a dark blue suit, white shirt and grey tie, formally denied three counts of rape and one count of sexual assault against the youngster during a short hearing at Lewes Crown Court today.

Hayler spoke to give his pleas from the dock. He heard he will now stand trial at the same court in a case due to begin on October 6 next year.






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His Honour Judge Stephen Mooney told him: “You will be released on bail. You will have to provide a defence statement. If you fail to attend your trial there is a prospect it could be heard in your absence.”

Hayler, 38, is charged with three counts of rape and one of sexual assault, with the alleged offences reported to have taken place in 2016.

The trial is expected to last around a week. A pre-trial hearing is due to be held on April 23.






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Hayler was charged with the alleged offences by Surrey Police in October before being released on bail.

Hayler is accused of committing the attacks between June and October 2016. Speaking in October, a legal representative denied the allegations on Hayler’s behalf. They said: “Kieran Hayler strongly denies the allegations made against him in its entirety.

“Mr Hayler is fully engaged and has been cooperating with the police throughout the investigation and will continue to do so. He looks forward to his name being cleared believing in the judicial system to do so.”

In October, Sussex Police said in a statement: “We can confim Kieran Hayler, 38, of Northchapel in West Sussex has been charged with three counts of rape and one count of sexual assault against a 13-year-old girl.

“The offences are alleged to have occurred between June 1 and October 13, 2016. Hayler remains released under investigation and is due to appear before Crawley magistrates’ court on November 19. The girl, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has received ­support from specially trained officers as our enquiries continue.”

If you are 18 or under and have been affected by this story, you can contact Childline, confidentially on 0800 1111. You can also contact the NSPCC Helpline by phoning 0808 800 500 or emailing help@nspcc.org.uk. If a child is in immediate danger, call 999.

If you’ve been the victim of sexual assault, you can access help and resources via www.rapecrisis.org.uk or calling the national telephone helpline on 0808 802 9999

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Louvre reopens partially after workers extend strike in aftermath of heist

The Louvre management has said the landmark Paris museum was partially reopened on Wednesday amid an ongoing strike by workers in the wake of purportedly difficult conditions after the stunning jewel heist in October.

“The museum is open, but some areas are not accessible due to the industrial action,” a spokeswoman said.

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The world’s most visited museum also confirmed the partial reopening in the morning on social media, saying some rooms are closed due to strike action.

Hundreds of tourists lined up outside the Louvre on Wednesday as its opening was delayed while unions voted on continuing a strike over working conditions.

The museum had closed its doors to thousands of disappointed visitors on Monday after workers went on strike and protested outside the entrance. The museum is routinely closed on Tuesdays.

“We don’t know yet if we’ll open. You have to come back later,” security guards told visitors hoping to enter the museum early in the morning.

Union representatives of the 2,200-strong workforce have said they had warned for years before the daylight robbery in October about staff shortages and disrepair inside the place where world-famous works like Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa are kept.

The vote by the employees on Monday to observe a strike, which was extended on Wednesday, came after the staff expressed their anger at the museum’s management and said conditions have deteriorated after the heist.

They have also found the measures proposed by Ministry of Culture officials, including cancelling planned cuts in 2026, to be insufficient to cancel the strike so far.

Louvre director Laurence des Cars has faced intense criticism since burglars made off with crown jewels worth 88 million euros ($103m). She is due to answer questions from the French Senate on Wednesday afternoon.

In what was seen as a sign of mounting pressure on Louvre leadership, the Culture Ministry announced emergency anti-intrusion measures last month and assigned Philippe Jost, who oversaw the Notre Dame restoration, to help reorganise the museum.

AFCON: How Defending Champions Have Performed

Defending the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title has historically proven to be one of the tournament’s toughest challenges.

Since Egypt first lifted the trophy in 1959, many reigning champions have struggled to replicate their success at the next edition.

While a few teams managed deep runs, early exits and modest group-stage finishes have been far more common, underlining the competitiveness and unpredictability of African football.

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Only a handful of nations have successfully defended their crown. Ghana did so in 1965, while Cameroon (2002) and Egypt (2008 and 2010) stand out as the most dominant modern examples.

Egypt’s back-to-back titles in 2008 and 2010 remain a historic achievement, especially considering they failed to qualify for the 2012 tournament. Cameroon also enjoyed a strong spell, winning in 2002 before falling to the quarter-finals two years later. In contrast, several champions such as Zaire, Sudan, Congo Brazzaville, and Morocco (1978) exited at the group stage in their title defences.

Recent tournaments have followed the same pattern of difficulty for reigning champions. Ivory Coast (2017), Algeria (2022), and Senegal (2024) all failed to progress beyond the early knockout rounds or group stages, despite entering as favourites. Nigeria and Zambia also suffered disappointing campaigns, while Nigeria notably withdrew from the 1996 edition due to political tensions with hosts South Africa.

Overall, AFCON history shows that defending the title is often harder than winning it, with form, pressure, and fierce continental competition frequently disrupting champions’ hopes of repeat glory

How AFCON Defending Champions Performed

1959: Egypt – champions

1962: Egypt – runners-up

1963: Ethiopia – 4th

1965: Ghana – champions

1968: Ghana – runners-up

1970: Zaire – Gp B, 4th

1972: Sudan – Gp B, 4th

1974: Congo Brazzaville – 4th

1976: Zaire – Gp B, 4th

1878: Morocco – Gp B, 3rd

1980: Ghana – Gp B, 3rd

1982: Nigeria – Gp B, 3rd

1984: Ghana – Gp B, 3rd

1986: Cameroon – runners-up

1988: Egypt – Gp B, 3rd

1990: Cameroon – Gp B, 3rd

1992: Algeria – Gp C, 3rd

1994: Ivory Coast – 3rd

1996: Nigeria – withdrew after a political row with the hosts, South Africa

1998: South Africa – runners-up

2000: Egypt – quarter-finals

2002: Cameroon – champions

2004: Cameroon – quarter-finals

2006: Tunisia – quarter-finals

2008: Egypt – champions

2010: Egypt – champions

2012: Egypt – did not qualify

2013: Zambia – Gp C, 3rd

2015: Nigeria – did not qualify

2017: Ivory Coast – Gp C, 3rd

2019: Cameroon – Last 16

2022: Algeria – Gp E, 4th

2024: Senegal – Last 16