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Helen Flanagan praises mum amid explosive fall-out with ex-fiancé Scott Sinclair

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Helen Flanagan, the star of Coronation Street, thanked her mother for supporting her in a furious and public split with Scott Sinclair, her ex-football player ex.

Helen Flanagan has praised her mother for her unwavering support amid her explosive falling out with ex-fiancé Scott Sinclair. The Coronation Street icon and the Bristol Rovers winger were in a relationship for thirteen years.

Matilda, 10, Delilah, 7, and Charlie, their four-year-old son, are the former couple’s three children. However, after Scott, 36, traveled to Abu Dhabi to watch the Formula One-missing Charlie’s Nativity play, tensions have increased.

An incensed Helen, 35, publicly lashed out online, branding him “a piece of s**t” in a fiery Instagram Stories post. Helen has, however, been able to rely on her mother to help her with her home life as she has been starring in a production of Snow White in Liverpool in recent weeks.

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Helen shared a photo of her mother, Julia, cuddling Charlie on Instagram over the weekend. The TV star wrote, “So grateful for my incredible mother who has cared for my kids for a lot of time while I’ve been working,” in a hushed caption.

She continued, “I’m so blessed to have you mom. You’re the BEST grandma ever.” Helen continued, “All the school activities, all the school work, all the washing.” I adore you.

As Scott and Helen co-parent in various counties, Helen has previously discussed how much her mother supports her. He lives like Somerset, according to her previous statement to The Sun. We live so far apart from one another, which is difficult to do when you have three young children.

She continued, “My mom is amazing. She really aids in raising my kids. I’m very fortunate to have that support.

Helen and Scott’s approach to raising their children together was revealed earlier this year. And she made it clear that communication was essential to ensuring that the children were aware of each other’s plans.

She stated to Closer magazine in June that despite coordinating gifts for their children, she isn’t afraid to exercise her will. She continued, “Oh, we need to talk about getting kids’ gifts.”

If we bought the same item, it would really irritate me. I’m not sure if Scott would actually shop for the kids; he’s a man. His mother probably does it, but he is completely useless. So I simply let him know what I’m purchasing, and that’s it.

Meanwhile, Helen shared snaps of herself with her children this weekend as they visited her at the theatre of her current production. Playing the wicked Queen in the panto at Liverpool’s M&S Bank Arena, Helen is joined in the cast by X Factor star Sean Smith as the Prince and theatre star Ellis Lloyd as Snow White.

Helen was seen embracing her children in warm hugs after sharing photos of herself in costume. She wrote, “My babies, my babies,” in a sweet caption. My three absolute musts Happy but irate mummy

The performances are scheduled to last until Sunday, December 28th, at a price of between £28 and £65. Heather has been frequently sharing photos and videos with fans on her social media accounts and praising the show, “Having a ball… Come see us.”

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Smyth marks new deal with 17 points in Saints win

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Charlie Smyth scored 17 points in the New Orleans Saints’ 29-6 victory over the New York Jets as part of his new three-year contract.

Smyth, a former Gaelic football player, received a new deal and a spot on the Saints’ 53-man roster as reward for his winning kick against the Carolina Panthers.

After being elevated from the Saints’ practice squad three times, the 24-year-old either had to be permanently promoted to the roster or had to be released.

In Sunday’s win over the Jets, Smyth kicked five field goals and attempted two extra-pointers for the league record.

“I want to give the defense and offense of today a lot of credit. After the victory, Smyth said, “We are starting to play some real complementary football here.”

“New Orleans has a fantastic support system,” he said. The victories have already begun because this team has remained united.

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Smyth opened his account with a 35-yard field goal, which was followed by 49- and 36-yard field goals.

As the Saints led 9-6 at halftime, he missed a 60-yard field goal attempt before scoring from 50 yards.

His 39-yard field goal, which was his fifth of the season, tied the Saints’ franchise record and gave the visitors a comfortable win.

Smyth has the third-most points this season, trailing only by Jason Myers’ total of 18 and Cincinnati Bengals kicker Evan McPherson’s total of 20 against the Baltimore Ravens.

His five field goals against the Indianapolis Colts in the previous gameweek rank him at second place overall in an NFL game this season.

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‘Alarming’ medicine shortages in Gaza amid Israeli restrictions

After more than two years of Israel’s genocidal war against the Palestinians in Gaza and a crippling blockade, Gaza’s ministry of health has launched an appeal for more drug, medical supplies, and laboratory supplies.

The ministry claimed on Sunday that it was difficult to offer diagnostic and treatment services due to the shortages.

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Doctors in the Palestinian territory where the war has ravaged the country have long been warned that Israel’s refusal to provide the most crucial medical supplies is a cause for their struggle to save lives. Nearly all of Gaza’s hospitals and healthcare facilities were attacked during Israel’s genocidal war, which lasted for more than two years, with 34 hospitals among the damage caused by at least 125.

According to a statement from the Health Ministry, “there are now 321, which represents a 52% shortage of items on the essential medicines list.”

“There are now 710 items on the list of medical consumables that are completely out of stock, which is a 71% shortage. The supply shortage rate for blood bank supplies and laboratory tests increased to 59%, it added.

According to the ministry, emergency services experience the worst drug shortages, particularly intravenous life-saving solutions, intravenous antibiotics, and pain killers.

According to the report, the shortage of emergency and intensive care services could prevent 700 patients receiving intensive care, 100 000 of surgical care, and 200 000 of emergency care.

The ministry cited additional shortages, among others, in kidney, oncology, open-heart surgery, and orthopedic supplies.

The Ministry of Health urgently appeals to all relevant parties to fully assume their responsibilities in implementing emergency interventions in light of these alarming figures, along with the continued reduction by the occupation of the number of medical trucks entering Gaza to less than 30% of the monthly needs, and with the insufficient supply of supplies,” it said.

Israel continues to violate its agreement with Hamas despite a US-backed ceasefire that ended on October 10 and worsens what the Gaza Health Ministry has described as a pressing and ongoing health emergency.

1,500 children are awaiting the opening of border crossings to travel and get medical care outside of Gaza due to the shortage of medical supplies.

1,200 patients, including 155 children, died on Sunday as a result of a medical emergency, according to Zaher Al Waheidi, the head of the information unit at Gaza’s health ministry.

Released Palestinian detainees

Meanwhile, six Released Palestinian detainees from Israeli detention arrived at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir el-Balah on Sunday for medical treatment, according to medical sources. A correspondent for the Anadolu news agency said the men were transferred via the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC).

Without following definite legal procedures, rights groups claim that Israel had detained the men. Since October 2023, the ICRC has warned that international humanitarian law requires family contact and humane treatment for Palestinians who are detained in Israeli custody.

The releases are a part of Israeli sporadic operations targeting detainees in Gaza. Former prisoners’ reports of abuse and malnourishment are common.

More than 10, 000 Palestinians, including women and children, are still imprisoned in Israeli prisons, where rights groups claim there is widespread abuse, starvation, and medical neglect. In October, about 1,700 detainees were freed as part of the ceasefire agreement.

A child and two women were rescued from their homes in Sheikh Radwan, northwest of Gaza City, by Gaza’s Civil Defense, who were also trapped underground.

Four people were killed when the roof collapsed, according to the Ministry of Interior and National Security in Gaza.

Since the ceasefire’s implementation, 46 buildings in Gaza have collapsed, according to the ministry, killing at least 18 people.

Pregnant Holly Hagan shares baby gender reveal video weeks after tragic death of sister

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Holly Hagan, a star of The Geordie Shore, has revealed some much-needed good news about her unborn child while she is still grieving over her 19-year-old sister’s tragic passing.

Pregnant Holly Hagan has revealed her unborn baby’s gender following the tragic death of her sister in October. Holly, who is already mum to Alpha-Jax, two, shared that she was expecting another baby last month with footballer husband Jacob Blyth.

The 33-year-old recently made the heartbreaking announcement that her half-sister, Darci Rose Gibson had died, aged just 19. But while the Geordie Shore star battles with her grief, she shared some much-needed good news, with a sweet gender reveal video, which showed her family finding out they will be welcoming a little girl into the fold.

In the video, posted on Sunday, Holly could be seen cradling her toddler, while Jacob got ready to fire the confetti canon. The small family stood by their Christmas tree, before pink confetti scattered around them.

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Holly, who had previously predicted the gender by claiming she had been feeling “girl vibes,” was overjoyed before swooping in for a hug with their son. With her husband pulling her in, Holly covered her face, causing her to cry.

Georgia Kousoulo, a TOWIE star, wrote, “I just knew it… your sister sent her,” in the comments section. Nathan Henry, Holly’s former Geordie Shore co-star, continued, “Guys, I’m so happy for you both”!

Holly, who previously revealed she had suffered a miscarriage earlier this year, was delighted to find out she was expecting a baby. She shared a photo of her beaming as she held the positive pregnancy test.

Our little rainbow among the storm, she wrote in the caption. Baby Blyth no2 coming May 2026″.

Holly, a reality tv star, lost her heart following her sister’s tragic death in October. She acknowledged that Darci had tragically passed away, but she was unsure whether to share the news.

In November, Holly wrote on Instagram: “A little life update from last week. I wasn’t sure whether to share or not as honestly this is such a vulnerable time and I’m not really someone who sits and cries to the camera usually but this is the reality of where I’m at right now x.

The toughest four weeks of our lives have been and are still are. My parents and I both have different ways of handling this situation.

“I don’t think anybody realises how much this affects everybody in their lives, the amount of people that’s been affected by this is just absolutely mind blowing. Like, my world has stopped. Her parents’ world has stopped. We feel, like, stuck and then the world keeps spinning.”

She had to pause as she spoke because the subject was so important to her. She continued, “I can usually take my mind off it and do other things in the day… However, typically on a night that is “incredibly difficult,” “incredibly difficult for everyone,”

She acknowledged that she has long wanted to be content again, but she hasn’t yet mastered that. I feel “like weighed by lead,” I tell myself right now. She said, “I feel like I’m just so heavy, everything feels like it’s ten times harder to do.”

The teen “fell ill after taking drugs,” according to a later statement from police. According to Greater Manchester Police, “on Sunday, October 19, 2025, hospital staff called to the care of a 19-year-old woman who had taken drugs and had fallen seriously ill. Sadly, the woman died in hospital yesterday evening (20/10/2025).

At this difficult time, our thoughts are with her family. “We are still looking into this.

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All Schoolchildren Abducted From Niger State Catholic School Released — Minister

All the abducted students from the St. Mary’s Primary and Secondary School in Papiri, Niger State, according to the minister of information and national orientation, Mohammed Idris, have been released, according to the minister of information and national orientation, Mohammed Idris, on Sunday.

Idris referred to the release as a “fitting end to the year” and a triumphant and gratifying triumph for Nigeria.

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The St. Mary’s Catholic School in Papiri, Niger State’s final day, which is staffed with 130 children and staff, is a fitting conclusion to the year.

The Federal Government can confirm that all 230 students who were abducted from the Catholic School, Papiri, have been freed, as it stands. In a statement he signed, he claimed that not a single pupil is still imprisoned.

The minister stated that the newly released 130 pupils would be reunited with their families after being handed over to the Niger State Government.

Our security forces’ bravery confirms our country’s commitment to protecting its citizens, according to the statement.

Man City to weigh players before Forest game

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When Manchester City players return to training, Pep Guardiola says they will be evaluated to see if they are fit enough to face Nottingham Forest on December 27.

In their final game before Christmas, City defeated West Ham 3-0 on Saturday.

Before the West Ham game, Guardiola said his players were properly weighed before the game, and they will be weighed again when they report for training next week.

I want to see how they return when they arrive after three days of [off]. They can eat, but I want to keep them in control, the 54-year-old said on Saturday.

“Imagine a player who is perfect now, but he will arrive with three kilograms more.”

Guardiola is regarded as a strict coach when it comes to player fitness levels, and he removed some of his squad’s first-team training from the squad until they met certain weight goals in 2016.

Gael Clichy, a former City full-back, claimed Guardiola had instructed his players to stay away from pizza, some juice, and some “heavy food.”

Kalvin Phillips was previously offered an apology by Guardiola after being alleged to be “overweight” when he returned from the 2022 Qatar World Cup.

Arsenal, who defeated Everton 1-0 on Saturday, is two points clear of City, who hosts Forest before a New Year’s Day away game at Sunderland.

Guardiola said he had no issues with his team’s strength or training, but that they simply “must play better.”

The players asked me to take off tomorrow’s [Sunday’s] training session, but I declined because they didn’t play well enough, Guardiola said.

After three days off, the players have two days to prepare for Nottingham Forest, so Sunday recovery, training, and recovery.

Guardiola added that during the holiday season, his players should spend time with their families.

As many days as you can have a day off, you give them, he continued, “I’ve learned from England since I arrived.”

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