Sunderland have confirmed the permanent signing of winger Simon Adingra from Brighton.
The 23-year-old Ivory Coast international has moved for a fee of £21m plus add-ons and has signed a five-year deal at the Stadium of Light.
Adingra joined Brighton from FC Nordsjaelland in 2022, before heading to Belgian club Royale Union Saint-Gilloise on loan for the 2022-23 season.
He made 29 Premier League appearances last season, scoring twice and adding two assists.
“The club and the project are really exciting. I spoke with everyone and their interest in me made the decision easy – I wanted to be part of Sunderland’s future.
“Playing in the Premier League has been a dream of mine since I was a kid, so to continue doing that is incredible. It’s a big challenge ahead – we’ll be facing top players and strong opponents – but I’m ready for it.”
Adingra was part of Ivory Coast’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations win and provided both assists in a 2-1 victory over Nigeria in the final, resulting in being named best young player at the tournament.
Unless funding is replaced, the halt to foreign aid by the administration of US President Donald Trump could reverse “decades of progress” on HIV, the United Nations warns in its annual report on HIV/AIDS.
The United States’ decision to make cuts to the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) could result in six million extra HIV infections and four million more AIDS-related deaths by 2029, according to the 2025 Global AIDS Update released on Thursday.
“HIV programmes in low- and middle-income countries have been rocked by sudden, major financial disruptions that threaten to reverse years of progress in the response to HIV,” the UNAIDS report said.
“Wars and conflict, widening economic inequalities, geopolitical shifts and climate change shocks – the likes of which are unprecedented in the global HIV response – are stoking instability and straining multilateral cooperation,” it added.
According to the report, people acquiring HIV and those dying from AIDS-related causes were at their lowest levels in “more than 30 years”.
However, by the end of 2024, the decline in numbers was “not sufficient” to end AIDS as a public threat by 2030.
Still, the report found that an estimated 1.3 million people acquired HIV in 2024, 40 percent less than in 2024.
In new infections, there was a 56 percent decline in sub-Saharan Africa, which is home to half of all people who “acquired HIV globally in 2024”.
“Five countries, mostly from sub-Saharan Africa, were on track to achieve a 90 percent decline in new infections by 2030 compared with 2010,” the UN added.
However, the significance of Trump’s cut to the programme is immense, as the US was the largest donor of humanitarian assistance worldwide.
“The sudden withdrawal of the single biggest contributor to the global HIV response disrupted treatment and prevention programmes around the world,” the report said.
While many countries still have enough life-saving antiretroviral drugs and clinics that support those most vulnerable to the infection – including gay men, sex workers and teenage girls – the cut in funding has forced the facilities to close down and prevention programmes to peter out.
UNAIDS Executive Director Winnie Byanyima told the Reuters news agency that “prevention was hit harder than treatment” by the cuts.
“Key populations were the worst affected … they depended on tailored services by community leaders, and those were the first to go,” Byanyima said.
However, even before Trump made the decision to scale back the support shortly after coming into office in January, donors, mainly European countries, were scaling back development assistance.
“They’ve told us that it has to do with defence spending,” she said, adding that figures showed “global health [spending] peaked and then it also started declining with the Ukraine war”.
Amazon Prime Day 2025 is now in full swing, saving you huge amounts on thousands of products. Here are the very best deals with the biggest savings to shop today
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The best Amazon Prime deals today, chosen by our shopping experts(Image: Getty, Amazon)
Get set to save some serious money, as it’s day three of Amazon’s popular annual Prime Day sale, and it’s the perfect time to shop for all your summer essentials, from beauty and tech to homeware and gardening gear.
Whether you need a new fan, garden furniture, plants or beauty product top-up, you’ll find thousands of products slashed in price during this mega-sale, which is running until Friday 11 July.
And if you need some help filtering out the offers, The Mirror’s team of shopping experts – who have been covering Prime Day sales for years – have rounded up the very best deals worth buying, including on products they’ve tried, tested and loved themselves, with many items at the cheapest price they’ve been all year.
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Olay Super Serum: Was £39.99, now £19.98
Remington Shine Therapy Hair Straightener: Was £79.99, now £19.66
Sarah Jessica Parker Lovely Eau de Parfum 200ml: Was £95.79, now £20.50
Braun IPL Silk-Expert Pro 5: Was £610, now £299.99
Foreo Bear Smart Microcurrent Face Device: Was £319, now £167
Isle of Paradise Self Tan Mousse: Was £15.26, now £9.50
Vera Wang Women’s Flower Princess Eau de Toilette: Was £34, now £16.30
Revlon Salon One-Step Hair Dryer & Volumiser: Was £49.99, now £27.99
L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Filler Replumping Water Cream: Was £29.99, now £13.79
Shark CryoGlow LED Face Mask with Under-Eye Cooling: Was £299.99, now £264.95
Wonderskin Wonder Blading Lip Stain Peel Off Masque: Was £18, now £13.68
Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara: Was £12.99, now £5.99
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soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds
Was £29.99, now £15.98
We put these affordable earbuds to the test(Image: Tom Capon)
Affiliate lead Tom Capon says: “I was genuinely shocked by the quality of the sound. It’s crisp and clear, especially in the vocals. The bass is pretty good (I just tested them on Muse’s Plug In Baby and while I didn’t feel it thumping into my soul, it definitely tapped). I highly recommend as low cost earphones.
“If you want that thumping bass I would recommend, instead, a speaker or over ear headphones – my low cost ones are these PowerLocus bluetooth headphones, £16.99 on Amazon.”
Ninja CRISPi Portable Air Fryer
Was £179.99, now £124
Ninja’s most compact air fryer(Image: Dave Snelling)
Technology editor Dave Snelling says: “It’s a really neat appliance, but what surprised me the most was how well it cooked the food.
“The CRISPi will not replace my oven, and I haven’t used it every day, but if you get in late and want some fish fingers, oven chips or morning hash browns to help the hangover, it’s so much better than a conventional oven. You don’t have to pre-heat it, the food tastes better, it’s cheaper to run and makes far less mess. I even managed to roast a small (2.2lb) whole chicken in it, which tasted as good — if not better—than my high-end NEFF oven.”
Remington Shine Therapy Hair Straightener
Was £79.99, now £19.66
Laura has been trying out these affordable Remington straighteners(Image: Laura Mulley)
Beauty & wellness editor Laura Mulley says: “Despite having fairly simple buttons, they’re not the most intuitive to use at first. I think they’re the only straighteners I’ve had to read the instructions of!
“However once I’d (very quickly) figured them out, they were a dream to use; they glided smoothly over the hair with no dragging or snagging, and didn’t need more than a couple of passes over each section to leave it straight, swishy and shiny. It eliminated any frizz, without leaving strands feeling sizzled or too hot.
“While I’m not sure if these would be advanced enough to handle very thick, coarse or curly hair, if you’re after a simple tool for under £20 that straighteners quickly and efficiently, these get the thumbs up from me.”
Nespresso Vertuo Next coffee machine with milk frother
Was £199, now £89
This is the Nespresso machine that we think is worth your money(Image: Laura Mulley)
Laura says: “If you’re a coffee connoisseur, you’ll love the brews that the Vertuo makes; they are, in my opinion, far superior to the original Nespresso machine. It’s also handy to just have one button to press instead of selecting your size, and the machine slides the used pod back into the empties bucket in a very slick and satisfying way.
“I had previously tried the smaller Vertuo Pop (currently also hugely reduced) and I initially didn’t see why the bigger device could be better, but little things like the adjustable cup tray and bigger compartment for used pods did actually make a difference.
“The biggest downside to the Vertuo machines is that you can only use Vertuo pods, which are currently only available through Nespresso. These are more expensive, and non-compostable – although I’ve bought this nifty little £12.99 device so I can recycle them at home.”
Ninja Woodfire Pro Connect XL Electric BBQ Grill & Smoker
Was £539.99, now £399.99
The Ninja Woodfire is a versatile outdoor cooking device(Image: Chris Hall)
Commerce writer Chris Hall says: “The Ninja Woodfire is a versatile piece of kit, boasting a variety of cooking functions. These are easily controlled by the dial and buttons on the front, making it a breeze to preheat and cook exactly to your liking.
“Unlike a traditional charcoal barbecue – such as, for example, the Weber, available from Argos – lighting the Woodfire is a doddle, meaning you’ll be ready to cook in roughly 15 minutes.
“The smart part – and the feature that lends the Woodfire its name – is the hopper on the side of the lid where you can add flavoured wood pellets. These will ignite and burn, with the smoke being drawn into the Ninja and circulated with your food. This adds a fantastic aroma, enhances flavour and brings a bit of excitement to your outdoor cooking.
“It’s not cheap (although it is does currently have £140 off), but if you love cooking and eating outdoors in summer, you’ll get so much use out of this multi-way cooker, which can grill, smoker, air fry, roast, bake, dehydrate and reheat, all in one.”
Isle of Paradise Self Tan Mousse
Was £15.26, now £9.50
Laura’s fake tan of choice(Image: Laura Mulley)
Laura says: “This is one of my all-time favourite self-tans – and popular with other members of our beauty team too – so I’ll be stocking up this Prime Day now that it’s on sale (this photo above is of the clear mousse, but the tinted one is equally as good). It blends in well and leaves a very natural colour, giving me the confidence to get my normally pasty legs out in shorts over summer.”
Philips 3000 Series Handheld Steamer
Was £37.99, now £26
We tried out the Philips 3000 Series Handheld Steamer(Image: Faith Richardson)
Senior shopping writer Faith Richardson says: “It folds up into a very neat little bundle that I can fit in one hand, making it a very reasonable size that would even fit into hand luggage or an overnight bag. It’s also super quick and easy to use, and is ready to go in minutes.
“It took around five minutes to have completely steamed the creases out of my white shirt (although it may leave a few splutters on silk or sating items), which is ideal for last minute plans or giving your outfit a quick refresh before heading out the door.”
Apple iPhone 16e 128GB
Was £599, now £494
Now’s the time to save on a new iPhone(Image: Amazon)
Dave says: “There’s no question that it’s a very nice device. It gets a premium design covered in toughened Ceramic Shield glass and surrounded in aero-space grade aluminium.
“There’s a soft matte finish on the rear case that looks stylish and stops those mucky fingerprints from ruining the look. Spin the iPhone 16e around, and you’ll be treated to a 6.1-inch Super Reina XDR screen, which is perfect for a boxset binge, sending texts, or doomscrolling on TikTok. It does lack upgrades such as Apple’s clever Dynamic Island notch which transforms to show information as you use different apps and services.
“It’s worth noting the 16e now beats the standard iPhone 15 and iPhone 14 as those older call makers will never get access to Apple Intelligence as they simply aren’t powerful enough.”
Shark CryoGlow LED Face Mask with Under-Eye Cooling
Was £299.99, now £238.49
Head of shopping Zoe is a fan(Image: Zoe Cripps)
Head of shopping Zoe Cripps says: “After three months of using Shark’s CryoGlow Mask at least five times per week – I’ve been very diligent – I’m really happy to report I’ve seen some great changes to my skin. A combination of using both the anti-ageing red light and the blemish-reducing blue light has meant my skin looks much more even, less blotchy and has become less prone to breakouts and red marks. It has also helped reduce the redness from the frequent bouts of rosacea I’m prone to on my cheeks.”
Amazon Kindle Scribe
Was £379.99, now £267.99
Amazon has slashed the Kindle Scribe by 30%(Image: Amazon)
Gaming and tech writer James Ide says: “The Kindle Scribe is easily the most exciting e-reader to come along since its inception with its larger size giving you more room to read, write and draw.
“The display makes reading an absolute pleasure with its sharp e-ink screen, and backlighting is easy on the eyes as a dyslexic – I find it easier to read than paper.
“Drawing on the display felt amazing and while it isn’t quite as fast or fluid as drawing on paper it’s getting really close and was comfortable and incredibly accurate.”
Wonderskin Wonder Blading Lip Stain Peel Off Masque
Was £18, now £13.68
‘I tried the Amazon best-selling Wonderskin lip stain and it’s completely changed my makeup routine’(Image: The Mirror)
Shopping writer Meghan Coon says: “I can’t believe how long the Wonderskin stain lasted; it survived for hours without so much as fading, I even woke up with it still vibrant and in place the following morning. Not to mention, I got plenty of compliments from loved ones and strangers alike, commenting on how stunning the shade was and how impressive its longevity was.”
Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara
Was £12.99, now £5.99
I tried Maybelline’s viral Skyhigh Mascara on offer for Amazon Prime(Image: Niamh Kirk)
Lifestyle writer Niamh Kirk says: “The application was faultless. It covered every one of my lashes, and they were very long, which is the ultimate goal for me. But it was time to give it a wear test – and it was a pretty hard one seeing as I was in the office all day and commuting to and from work in a heatwave. But I was pretty impressed, there was a slight smudge under my eyes, but nothing too offensive.
Ideally I’d love a mascara that doesn’t transfer at all, but this mascara managed to last all day, and at the end of my working day my lashes still looked extremely long and fluttery. For the price you really can’t go wrong – especially as it’s currently on offer for over half price at £5.99 compared to £12.99.”
Kipling ALVAR Medium Crossbody Bag
Was £83, now £34.10
This gets our tester’s vote(Image: Amazon)
Affiliates writer Laura McKenna says: “Never one to gatekeep, I am delighted to see that my beloved Kipling Alvar Medium Crossbody Bag can now be snapped up for with a whopping 59% off – reduced from £83 to £34.10. Available in a range of colours and designs, my Alvar bag has been my trusted friend on urban adventures in the USA, laid back beach holidays in Europe, days out, camping trips, festivals and more. Glued to my side whenever I am getting ready to jet off, I purchased the bag in black almost seven years ago and it’s still going strong.”
When is Amazon Prime Day 2025?
Amazon’s annual Prime Day 2025 began at 00:01 on Tuesday 8 July and will run until 23:59 on Friday 11 July – running over four days for the first time ever. This gives shoppers even longer to shop for a bargain – although be aware that prices may change, or deals may end early, over this period.
What is included in the Amazon Prime Day 2025 sale?
We’ve already been seeing thousands of top products reduced across pretty much every category: homeware, tech, beauty, gardening, fashion and more. As we’re reaching the height of summer, there are loads of offers on warm weather essentials, such as fans, sun creams and gardening tools (see above for our top picks).
How do I access these deals?
To shop these deals when they launch you’ll need to be an Amazon Prime member. Membership costs £8.99 a month and gets your loads of perks, including next day delivery on thousands of items plus access to Prime Video, where you can watch hit TV shows such as Clarkson’s Farm and Molly-Mae: Behind It All.
If you’re not yet a member, you can sign up here for a 30-day free trial.
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Don’t forget that Amazon isn’t the only place where you’ll find a great deal this summer. Lookfantastic and Boots always run plenty of offers on beauty (including the super-popular Boots £10 Tuesday on today), Boden is currently running a huge sale, and Yimbly, the shopping platform owned by The Mirror’s parent company Reach Plc, has lots of garden furniture at excellent prices.
A man has reportedly been arrested on suspicion of blackmail, harassment, and malicious communications after allegedly targeting one of Britain’s most popular comedians
British comedian left deeply distressed after an alleged blackmail attempt(Image: Getty Images)
A man has reportedly been arrested in connection with an alleged blackmail attempt against one of Britain’s most beloved comedians, in a disturbing case that has left the star “shocked” and deeply distressed, it has been reported.
The 35-year-old suspect is believed to work in the arts and accused of trying to extort money from the entertainer by threatening to go public with vile, defamatory, and entirely false accusations.
Over a period of several months, the comedian, who is reportedly a middle-aged man well known across the UK, is claimed to have received a barrage of menacing phone calls and threatening text messages, all designed to coerce him into paying the blackmailer to keep the damaging claims hidden.
According to a source close to the investigation, the false claims were “disgusting in nature and totally false” and caused the victim significant emotional strain.
They told The Sun: “He is said to have received messages and calls from a blackmailer who was threatening to publicly smear him with false accusations. These accusations were disgusting in nature and totally false and they have caused the victim considerable distress.”
Despite reportedly being known to the suspect from a meeting several years ago, the comedian reportedly had no close relationship or ongoing contact with him. The sudden and sustained nature of the blackmail attempt has been described by insiders as “a bolt from the blue,” and the famous entertainer is said to have been left reeling by the whole ordeal.
Concerned for his safety and reputation, the comedian reportedly contacted police, who launched an investigation and moved swiftly to act. Officers from the Metropolitan Police reportedly arrested the suspect in East London on Friday, June 27.
During the arrest, a number of electronic devices were said to have been seized from the property. These are now being forensically examined for evidence relating to the alleged blackmail and malicious communications, according to The Sun.
The suspect was taken into custody and later released on police bail, pending further inquiries. He is expected to return for questioning in mid-September. The case remains active, and investigators continue to review evidence and interview relevant parties.
A spokesperson for Scotland Yard confirmed the arrest and ongoing nature of the investigation. In a statement, the Metropolitan Police said: “On Friday, June 27, a 35-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of harassment, blackmail and malicious communications.
“He was taken into custody and later bailed to return pending further inquiries. He is next due back on a date in mid-September. The arrest follows allegations reported to police on June 26. The investigation is ongoing.”
Meanwhile, the comedian, who has not been publicly identified due to legal restrictions, is receiving police support and has provided a full statement to aid the investigation.
The Ferrero Group will acquire United States cereal brand WK Kellogg for roughly $3.1bn as the latter struggles with weakening consumer demand and inflationary pressures.
Kellogg and Ferrero announced the deal on Thursday.
Deal making in the snack industry has picked up pace as food brands battle muted sales in the wake of price hikes owing to higher input costs and a shift in consumer preference for healthier options.
Ferrero has offered WK Kellogg’s shareholders $23 per share, representing a 31 percent premium over the stock’s last close. Shares of the cereal maker were up 30.4 percent at $22.84 in early trading on Thursday.
The deal, which is Ferrero’s biggest acquisition in recent years, will bring legacy brands such as Nutella, Kinder, Tic Tac, Frosted Flakes, Froot Loops and Special K under one roof.
The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2025.
WK Kellogg was spun off from Kellanova and holds the North American cereal business of Kellogg, the original parent. Cheez-It maker Kellanova is also in the process of being acquired by the candy giant Mars in a nearly $36bn deal.
WK Kellogg and other packaged food companies such as JM Smucker, Kraft Heinz and PepsiCo have flagged subdued demand due to cautious consumer spending in the US after consistent price increases by firms trying to navigate higher input costs.
The Raisin Bran owner said it expects second-quarter net sales to be in the range of $610m to $615m, below analysts’ average estimate of $653.7m, according to data compiled by LSEG. It also projected adjusted core profit of $43m to $48m.
Packaged food makers are also under pressure from US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr’s Make America Healthy Again Commission to eliminate the use of synthetic dyes.
Ferrero, the maker of the Nutella hazelnut spread, has turned into a global group, boosted by an aggressive acquisition campaign launched by Executive Chairman Giovanni Ferrero. In North America, Ferrero has 14,000 employees across 22 plants and 11 offices.
In 2018, Ferrero bought Nestle’s US confectionery business for $2.8bn.
The group reported turnover of 18.4 billion euros ($19.2bn) in the financial year ending on August 31 and said it had increased its investments to boost manufacturing capabilities and expand across categories.
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