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How to get Victoria Beckham’s signature smoky eye with exact pencil she uses daily

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Victoria Beckham opts for the same signature eye look pretty much every day: the Posh Spice smoky eye, and there’s one product she swears by to create the look on a daily basis

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Beauty queen Victoria Beckham has garnered heaps of praise for her best-selling eyeliner range at Victoria Beckham Beauty, with makeup enthusiasts and celebs alike raving about its pigment, blendability and staying power.

This eye makeup staple has been receiving rave reviews from shoppers and remains a bestseller. However, it’s not just the public who are fans, as numerous celebrities have also expressed their affection for this eyeliner.

Claudia Winkleman is one known fan of the Satin Kajal Liner, swearing by Victoria Beckham’s eyeliner to create her signature eye look. Courtney Cox is the latest star to join the list of those singing the praises of this liner. But Victoria herself is arguably the biggest fan of her hit eyeliner, wearing it on a regular basis to create her signature smoky eye look.

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Victoria Beckham herself comments on the liner, writing: “I love to experiment with colour. You see it in my fashion line, where I play with colour-blocking and balance modern brights with nuanced neutrals. I look at Satin Kajal Liner through the same lens. And there are endless ways to use these—along your lashline, in your waterline, create a wing or smudge it out. They’re highly pigmented and so soft and creamy.”

The Victoria Beckham Beauty Satin Kajal Eyeliner is available in a total of 21 other shades, including navy, bronze, burgundy, and more unusual hues like mint green. Shoppers can choose from matte, shimmer, and jewel finishes, and each liner costs £32, either directly from her website or at Selfridges.

The VB eyeliner is ideal for achieving Posh Spice’s signature smudged effect, which channels the 90s smoky eye Victoria has sported since her girl band days. It features a silky texture that glides on effortlessly without any tugging or dragging. You can use it to craft a precise, defined line or blend and blur it out to achieve a more effortless appearance.

According to Victoria Beckham Beauty’s website, you can create a sensual eye by: “Gliding the Satin Kajal Liner along the lash line and waterline. Use the smudger for a lived-in effect on both the top and bottom lids. Don’t be afraid to go for bold and experiment with unexpected colours”. To create a sharper, more defined look, “Maintain a fine point for precise application. We recommend the Victoria Beckham Beauty luxury sharpener, which you can add complimentary to your order. Gently press the pencil tip up against the blade as you twist the pencil to sharpen.”

It’s also infused with nourishing ingredients which suit all skin types, and the liner is entirely smudge-resistant and waterproof, so once you’ve perfected your look, it’ll remain flawless all day. The eyeliner has also been formulated to be vegan and completely cruelty-free.

The premium eyeliner guarantees “low maintenance glamour” with just one sweep across the eyelid, whilst also providing versatility and adaptability that means your new eyeliner can effortlessly complement any eye look you desire. And with grunge makeup staging a comeback, these gems are ideal for that dishevelled, blurred style that won’t shift for the remainder of the day.

And it’s not just celebrities who adore this award-winning eyeliner from Posh Spice’s brand, as the 5-star reviews keep rolling in. One thrilled customer gushes: “Absolutely in love with the Kajal liner. Glides on like velvet.”

Another chimes in: “This eyeliner goes on smooth and smudges great. Once it sets, it stays in place all day. The colour is really pretty also.”

A third satisfied shopper beams: “This is the best eyeliner I have ever used. It’s easy to put on and lasts all day. The sharpener is a great tool too.”

A fourth beauty enthusiast writes: “Beautiful colour and probably the best liner I have ever bought. Stays without smudge all day.”

Yet another reviewer added: “I’ve been using this soft, long-lasting eyeliner for a while now, and I’m absolutely hooked! The formula is smooth and glides on effortlessly, making it super easy to create a variety of looks. It stays put all day without smudging or fading, even during those long days. The colour payoff is fantastic, and it’s really easy to build up the intensity. And let’s not forget about the packaging! It’s sleek and stylish, making it a pleasure to use.”

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However, one gave a three-star rating, commenting: “The eyeliner goes on like a dream but you have to be careful not to get it into your waterline otherwise it transfers under the eyes. I end up with blue/purple looking panda eyes after a few hours. To prevent this I have to apply very carefully and it blunts the pencil quickly. I never got this with my No7 kohl liner.”

FIFA World Cup 2026: Organisers dismiss Trump venue move threat

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Organisers of the 2026 FIFA World Cup have dismissed concerns that United States President Donald Trump could move matches from cities he does not deem “safe”.

Republican President Trump said last month that he would consider moving games from Democrat-led San Francisco and Seattle if they did not cooperate with his immigration and crime initiatives.

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He raised the issue again this week, this time targeting Boston and its Democratic Mayor Michelle Wu, suggesting he could appeal directly to FIFA boss Gianni Infantino.

John Kristick, who led Canada, Mexico and the United States’s successful bid to jointly host the 2026 finals, emphasised that planning has been under way for nearly a decade and remains unaffected by political rhetoric.

“From what I’m seeing, there’s been zero distraction in terms of the preparedness,” Kristick, co-head of global events at Playfly Sports Consulting, said.

“Tickets are already being sold. Hospitality packages have been sold for almost a year now.”

More than one million World Cup tickets have been bought so far, FIFA said on Thursday, with fans from 212 countries and territories snapping up seats.

FIFA previously said that the global governing body for football has the final say on whether to move the 2026 World Cup, but this week noted, “Safety and security are obviously the governments’ responsibility.

“They decide what is in the best interest for public safety,” FIFA added.

“We hope every one of our 16 host cities will be ready to successfully host and fulfil all necessary requirements.”

Ricardo Trade, CEO of the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Local Organising Committee, said the abundance of good stadiums in the United States would make the possibility of relocating games “feasible”, so long as it does not happen after the December 5 draw.

“In a country like the United States, where every state has large, ready-to-use stadiums, I don’t see why it wouldn’t be possible,” said Trade, who also served as CEO of the CONMEBOL Copa America 2024 in the US.

New York and New Jersey, responsible for eight games, including the final, have maintained their focus, said NYNJ Host Committee CEO Alex Lasry, with daily fan festivals planned across the country’s biggest metropolitan region.

“We’ve spoken to FIFA, we’re working with the White House Task Force, I don’t think there’s any worry about the games being moved,” said Lasry.

Grand Sumo event makes sensational return to London

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Thomas Fabbri

BBC News

Sumo wrestling has returned to London for the first time in over three decades, kicking off a five-day Grand Tournament at the Royal Albert Hall in London.

The highly anticipated return of Japan’s iconic national sport has brought old and new fans alike to the same venue that hosted it in 1991.

Sumo wrestler Yokozuna Hoshoryu, eating a hot dog, poses for a selfie with two people near Big BenGetty Images

Hosts James Richardson and Hiro Morita welcomed people in the auditorium on Monday with an introduction to sumo’s basic rules and rituals.

Centre stage is the dohyo, an elevated ring built over the last week by Japanese and local experts with carefully sourced soil and clay.

Rikishi perform a ring-entering ceremony wearing colourful apronsGetty Images

There were huge cheers when some of the fan favourites, like 33-year-old Ura and 21-year-old Ukrainian sensation Aonishiki, walked onto the dohyo in their colourful kensho-mawashi, silk aprons worn during the entering ceremony.

Yokozuna Onosato performing his ring-entering ceremonyGetty Images

The bouts started with a couple of spectacular tsuridashi (frontal lifts out) with rikishi picking up their opponents and moving them out of the ring.

Some spirited bouts followed, often cheered loudly by the crowd, clearly not just made up of curious first-timers. Thousands of fans shouted their favourite rikishi’s names, held banners and towels, and proudly wore sumo accessories.

Sumo wrestlers Tamawashi (left) battles with Wakatakakage (right) at the centre of the dohyo, watched by a gyoji (sumo referee)Getty Images

The first night of action ended with the two Yokozuna Grand Champions, Hoshoryu and Onosato, defeating their opponents. A bow-twirling ceremony concluded day one, leaving fans in the auditorium and viewers at home captivated.

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At least 2 killed as police in Kenya fire shots to disperse Odinga mourners

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Published On 16 Oct 2025

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At least two people have been killed after police in Kenya fired shots to disperse crowds of mourners gathered to view the body of opposition leader Raila Odinga, who died earlier this week in India.

The country’s head of police operations, Adamson Bungei, confirmed the shooting at the 60,000-capacity football stadium in the capital, Nairobi, where the viewing was to take place on Thursday ahead of the funeral over the weekend.

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“We have at least two deaths,” Bungei told The Associated Press news agency, describing the incident as a “confrontation.”

Local media outlets KTN News and Citizen TV later said the death toll had increased to four, with dozens of people injured. After security forces fired shots, police lobbed tear gas to disperse thousands of mourners, the two broadcasters showed, leaving the stadium deserted.

Thousands of Odinga’s supporters began gathering on Nairobi’s streets from early morning on Thursday, with crowds congregating at Nairobi’s Moi International Sports Centre for the viewing.

Tensions increased when some people breached a gate in the arena, with security forces firing shots and tear gas in response. As mourners fled, a stampede erupted near the stadium gates.

After the incident, President William Ruto arrived at the stadium with members of Odinga’s family to view the coffin. Ruto and Odinga’s family paid their respects in a side room of the stadium.

The public viewing took place hours later outside the stadium gates.

Tensions had began earlier in the day when thousands of mourners briefly stormed Nairobi’s international airport, interrupting a ceremony for Ruto and other officials to receive Odinga’s body with military honours.

The incident prompted a two-hour suspension of airport operations.

Crowds also gathered in Bondo, the family’s ancestral seat in western Kenya, where Odinga is due to be buried on Sunday.

Odinga, ​​a key figure in African politics, died at the age of 80 on Wednesday during a trip to India for medical treatment, according to local police and hospital officials.

The former prime minister, who was affectionately known as “Baba” (father), ran five unsuccessful presidential campaigns between 1997 and 2022, but was seen as a major force for democratic reform.

“He fought tirelessly for multi-party democracy, and we are enjoying those freedoms today because of his struggle,” university student Felix Ambani Uneck told Reuters at the stadium.

Friday has been declared a public holiday and Kenyans are expected to gather at a different football stadium in Nairobi for a state funeral service.

Sport can ‘change country’ amid climate crisis

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Katie Gornall

BBC Sport correspondent

Grassroots clubs have the power to “change the country” and address the on-going issue of extreme weather making it more difficult to be physically active, according to Sport England.

The latest figures from the funding agency shows nearly two-thirds of adults and children are doing less activity as a result of extreme weather in the past 12 months.

Since 2023, £47.5m worth funding has been made available to help sports clubs become more sustainable and adapt to climate-driven disruption.

“We know that 120,000 grassroots football matches were called off last year, simply because of flooded pitches. This problem is real, and our problem is our own adaptability,” Sport England’s chair Chris Boardman told BBC Sport.

Physical inactivity associated with one in six deaths in the UK, according to Government data.

“It’s absolutely huge for society,” Boardman adds.

“Both in financial terms, for the economy and people’s quality of life. A lot of that is exacerbated by extreme weather which we know is just getting worse.”

A recent report by the Met Office warned that extreme weather events are the ‘new normal’ for the UK.

Many clubs have already adopted an action plan as a result of climate impact.

Whalley Range Cricket Club in Manchester have planted native trees beyond the boundary rope to better soak up excess water caused by flooding, while Oxford Harlequins RFC were awarded a £15,000 grant from Sport England to enhance the resilience of their surroundings, ensuring players can continue playing rugby despite extreme weather.

Boardman said: “People have to believe that there’s something that they can do. And the beauty of sport is that there’s 150,000 local clubs and community groups spread across the country.

“If all of them take small actions then that aggregates into real change. That’s the superpower.”

Sport England is also announcing the introduction of a new Sustainability Rating System to help organisations track their progress and get from a ‘starting’ state, through a ‘sustainable’ phase and ultimately to a ‘regenerative’ position.