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Rangers and Hibs discover European opponents

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In the second round of Champions League qualifying, Rangers and Panathinaikos were faced.

The first leg of the Scottish Premiership will take place on July 22 and 23 and then go to Greece the following week.

The winners of the first-round matchup between Linfield-champions of Northern Ireland and their Republic of Ireland counterparts Shelbourne and Qarabag from Azerbaijan will face off.

The New Saints, the Welsh champions, will face FCSB of Romania or Inter Club d’Escaldes of Andorra if they beat Shkendija of North Maceonia in a tie.

Russell Martin’s first competitive game as the Rangers head coach will be against Panathinaikos, and the former Southampton boss has been given the toughest draw of their possible draws despite having the Ibrox side seeded.

In their respective domestic leagues, all three potential opponents were runners-up, just like Rangers, but Swiss Servette are 139th (one place behind Heart of Midlothian) and Norwegian Brann is 189th, while the Greek side is 111th in the European club rankings, just 86 places behind Rangers.

After capturing AEK Athens after the division split, the side led by former Egypt and Benfica head coach Rui Vitoria finished 16 points behind Olympiakos in the Greek Super League last year.

In four meetings with Rangers, two with Motherwell, and one with Aberdeen, the Panathinaikos have won four of their seven games and never lost to Scottish foes over 90 minutes.

Rangers, however, made progress when they last faced the Ibrox side.

After drawing 1-1 at home in Athens in the round of 32 following a 0-0 draw in Glasgow, the Greeks lost on away goals after defeating Aberdeen 3-0 at home in the 2007-08 Uefa Cup group stage.

In their most recent encounter with a Scottish side in 2012, they defeated Rangers 3-1 at Ibrox and draw 1-1 at home in the Champions League group stage. They also defeated Motherwell 5-0 on aggregate in their most recent encounter in the Champions League third qualifying round.

Since 2010-11, the Panathinaikos haven’t qualified for the Champions League properly, and their last season started with a win over Botev Plovdiv before falling to Ajax to advance to Conference League by defeating Lens.

They finished 13th overall, defeated Vikingur Reykjavik in the knockout phase, lost to Fiorentina in the final 16, and lost 4-1 at home to eventual champions Chelsea.

Under Philippe Clement’s leadership last season, Rangers lost their opening Champions League qualifier to Dynamo Kyiv. By the time interim head coach Barry Ferguson was in charge, Rangers had already advanced to the Europa League quarter-finals.

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Woman starts rapping at busy station before people realise who it is

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A musician’s rapping in the streets of London has gone viral, and many people were shocked to learn who the performer was.

An impromptu rap from a woman in London has left viewers stunned as they realise who it is (file)(Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

When bystanders recognized her as none other than a well-known musician and TV personality, her impromptu rap on a busy street caused a stir online. The clip, which was posted on June 17 and quickly became a viral hit, was a TikTok performance that the audience was enthralled by.

Viewers admitted they “never knew” this celeb had it in her to spit bars on the fly after the clip’s comments were posted near King’s Cross Station in London earlier this week. With her spontaneous rap abilities, Lessa Dixon, who is renowned for her roles on Britain’s Got Talent and her catchy song The Boy Does Nothing, won over the crowd.

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Fans gathered around the performer to applaud Dixon, who had previously appeared at Strictly Come Dancing’s judges’ tables, and learned that she was the one taking the microphone.

One amazed fan on TikTok said, “This is how confidence looks.” Another disoriented viewer questioned, “I never knew she had this talent.” She “shows the younger ones how it’s done,” added a third person.

Dixon, who first appeared in the band Mis-Teeq, delighted the Mis-Teeq fans. One person wrote, “This transports me back 20 years, which I adore”!

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However, some criticized the entertainer’s lackluster performance and claimed that more applause was needed. One person remarked, “The Mis-Teeq fans would have gone crazy… what is this crowd? “

Imagine going back in time and expecting to see a musician perform only to find Alesha Dixon on the mic in King’s Cross, said another.

Fans were eager to piece together Dixon’s brief setlist, which piqued the interest of Mis-Teeq fans. She raps from a Mis-Teeq album track called Nitro, which appears on their follow-up album, Eye Candy, according to a fan.

LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 16: Alesha Dixon performs on TikTok LIVE with DJ AG ONLINE outside Kings Cross station on June 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Joseph Okpako/WireImage)
Alesha Dixon has delighted fans with an impromptu performance (file)(Image: Joseph Okpako, WireImagevia Getty Images)

Despite having a small audience, Dixon’s impromptu performance won over online audiences, with one user saying, “Alesha Dixon is the best MC you’re ever going to get, nails it every time. status of liasion. She does it in a way that no one else can.

Another person’s sentimental expression was “This is the Alesha I know.” brings me back to my days of clubbing”!

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Zena McNally left the group in 2001 after serving in Mis-Teeq from 2000 to 2005, along with Sabrina Washington and Su-Elise Nash.

With their debut album “Lickin’ on Both Sides,” Mis-Teeq were chart-toppers at the time, peaking at number three. The number six spot was held by their follow-up, “Eye Candy.”

Lionesses ‘putting hands in pockets’ for families

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Georgia Stanway, a midfielder for England, said that helping their families pay for the expenses associated with watching the team at the upcoming Euro 2025 in Switzerland is “putting our hands in your pockets.”

Switzerland has five of the top ten most expensive cities, making Zürich, Lausanne, and Geneva the top three cities in the world for living costs.

The US Virgin Islands are the only country that Switzerland’s Cost of Living Index reaches in 2025.

According to BBC Sport, all 23 players in Sarina Wiegman’s squad will receive funding from the Football Association to fund travel and lodging for their loved ones in Switzerland.

The cost is comparable to the cost for the 2023 Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, and it is in line with what England’s men’s players receive, but it is unknown.

A small number of match tickets are also given to players.

Family, friends, and supporters are much more likely to be able to attend Euro 2025 than England’s final major sporting event in the Southern Hemisphere.

Players are required to contribute in addition to what the FA provides to help their loved ones follow the tournament due to the high costs in the nation.

Stanway, who left Manchester City for Bayern Munich in 2022, said, “I’m aware that Switzerland is a very expensive country.” Just for hotels and flights, really. We understand how much money fans are spending there because the cost of living is so high.

We want to help and support as much as we can, even with our own families, so that’s challenging.

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Katie Price fans say ‘please stop’ as she strips off to go sunbathing in tiny bikini

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Following new photos of the star partying in Ibiza, fans have expressed deep concern about Katie Price’s dramatically slimmer appearance and ongoing cosmetic procedures.

Katie Price fans say ‘please stop’ as she strips off to go sunbathing in tiny bikini(Image: BACKGRID)

Katie Price is once again at the centre of fan concern after unveiling a noticeably thinner frame in her latest Instagram offering. The former glamour model, 47, posed up a storm in a striking mirror selfie where she showed off her assets in a tiny pink bikini.

The mum-of-five is currently living it up in Ibiza and has been teasing fans with an array of snaps from her party-filled getaway with the likes of Wayne Lineker and Conor McGregor. On Tuesday evening, Katie told her fans that she was gearing up for some sunbathing as she snapped a photo of herself in the mirror before heading outside to lay in the sun.

Katie covered her makeup-free complexion with a pair of oversized sunglasses and tied her black hair up in a messy bun while avoiding showing off some skin in the bikini snap.

Some of Katie’s fans gushed about her summery appearance, but others couldn’t help but share their concerns. One person expressed sadness over seeing Katie act this way. She isn’t well at all, so I hope she gets the help she needs.

Katie Price is once again at the centre of fan concern after unveiling a noticeably thinner frame
Katie Price is once again at the centre of fan concern after unveiling a noticeably thinner frame (Image: BACKGRID)

Another phrase repeated, “Katie, you don’t look well.” I’m hoping everything is alright. Stop comparing her, please. Another fan disputed their claim, saying that Katie is “fine people, they’re so judgmental, just chill she’s enjoying her summer.”

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It comes Katie was seen dancing with UFC star McGregor at the infamous O Beach club in Ibiza. Wearing a barely-there bikini, Katie unveiled her bronzed skin and a strikingly lean figure. She smiled for the cameras alongside McGregor, 36, who posed shirtless in red swim shorts and a white cap, his tattoos on full display.

Conor even captioned the photo, which the pair even shared: “@KatiePrice forever.” Fans concerned about Katie’s health after undergoing significant weight loss and cosmetic procedures quickly turned to the image, which initially caused a sensation online.

You must look after yourself, Katie darling. One follower wrote, “She looked so beautiful, it makes me so sad that she feels she has to do all this upkeep an image,” and another commented, “You do not look healthy right now.”

Katie Price poses alongside Conor McGregor
Katie was seen partying with Conor McGregor (Image: Conor McGregor Instagram)

A recent Instagram video, where Katie promoted a line of CBD products, only intensified the discussion – some followers overlooked the product entirely and instead focused on her appearance, with cruel remarks comparing her to a “walking corpse.”

Katie directly addressed the growing concern on Snapchat, saying, “Yes, I’ve lost weight. Yes, I’ve wanted to lose weight, she said.

“Because you put weight on being in a wheelchair for ten months after I broke my feet, and I was in a wheelchair for ten months,” I said. Then I continued doing the IVF procedures, which also add weight. So, yes, I put on weight, but I detested it because I didn’t feel like myself.

Katie insists she isn’t trying to age in spite of having had six facelifts and multiple surgeries. She said, “I don’t fear getting old; I enjoy getting old because you get wiser.” However, I simply believe that if there is something to change, it will be simple to do with the face and that.

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Katie showed off her new frame while on holiday in Ibiza (Image: Instagram)

Katie reflected on a botched Brazilian butt lift, one of her worst cosmetic surgery experiences just days after another procedure. What’s My Age Again by Katherine Ryan? She remarked on the podcast that she had tried the BBL abroad program where they put your own fat in your bum. It was so agonizing. And I just didn’t like it.

A lasting impression was left by the ordeal. “I would never ever have surgery again in England.” Ever, ever,” she continued, expressing her unwavering preference for international clinics.

Katie revealed the results of more filler injections and a clearly altered physique at a recent Pride event in Portsmouth. Even that celebration was stifled by fans’ renewed concern, many of whom have publicly pleaded with her to slow down.

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Katie candidly described her lifelong struggle with self-image in an earlier interview with Louis Theroux: “I always said I haven’t got body dysmorphia but there’s definitely something there… Never have I looked in the mirror and assumed I was attractive or whatever.

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Man City sign Canada defender Rose

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City of Manchester have signed Canada defender Jade Rose on a four-year deal.

The 22-year-old is City’s first summer signing since Harvard University.

Since making her senior debut in 2021, the versatile defender, who can play at both centre-back and full-back, has played 28 games for Canada.

“I’m just super excited to start,” I said. Rose stated, “I’m ready to win every trophy that exists,” and to win the Champions Leagues.

Rose joined Harvard for the 2021-22 school year after working for Unionville-Milliken SC, NDC Ontario, and FC Premier Women.

Rose defended her choice to attend Harvard, noting that education has always been a significant component of her life and journey. Being a female football player is important because I value it having something to back up on.

City finished fourth in the Women’s Super League (WSL) last year, 17 points clear of Chelsea, who had already knocked them out of the Women’s Champions League in the quarter-finals.

“I’m very excited for the WSL because it’s such a competitive league.” I’m excited to play alongside and compete against some of the world’s best footballers, Rose continued.

Therese Sjogran, the city’s women’s football director, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Jade in. She’s a talented young player we’ve been monitoring for a while.”

She has a lot of club and country experience under her belt, and she will definitely have the chance to showcase her abilities here at City.

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‘Magic’ de-frizzing air-dry hair cream allows you to skip blow-drying in hot weather

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Without the need for heated tools like hair dryers and curling tongs, this handy hair styling product is essential for the hot weather. It helps to control flyaways and frizz without drying hair.

This product tames frizz without the need for blow-drying(Image: Lookfantastic)

Blowing, straightening, or tonging your hair is probably the last thing you want to do when the weather is hot, like the heatwave right now. However, allowing it to air dry can leave it in a flimsy (or flat) mess. Thankfully, we have discovered a product that leaves your hair looking its best without using heat and frizz.

A lightweight cream that can be applied to damp hair, Living Proof Style Lab Air-Dry Styler, £27, is available. An algae-based polymer and bentonite clay serve as its magic ingredients, which smooth, define, and enhance the natural texture of your hair by allowing you to skip the hair dryer, which is ideal for heatwaves or vacations.

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Living Proof Style Lab Air-Dry Styler
A hair saviour in hot weather(Image: Lookfantastic)

Customers of all hair types, from curly to straight, are finding Air-Dry Styler to be popular because of how quick and easy it makes their hair feel and how soft it feels.

“I’ve tried dozens of curly hair products, and I think I’ve finally found the one,” says one customer. One customer of Lookfantastic wrote. Use it right after taking a shower and watch the magic happen as your hair flawlessly drys. 10/10 unreal”!

I absolutely adore this product because it leaves my hair shiny and healthy without having to spend time drying it. another, “agreed.”

This Living Proof product is ideal for straight hair, which is naturally straight but gets frizzy when I let it air dry, according to one user. My hair is so silky and smooth that I don’t need to style it again once it’s dry thanks to this treatment.

However, one customer expressed “on the fence” about this, stating, “I’m not 100% on this. My hair feels dry and needs to be washed somewhat because of it. It does effectively eliminate frizz and quickly drys. My hair type, which is fine and thin, might be the culprit.

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Using a microfibre towel can also help to speed up hair drying time(Image: Lookfantastic)
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You might want to skip using styling products altogether if this sounds like your hair type and you’re worried about your strands coming out greasy or limp. Instead, get as much water out of your hair by twisting and pulling it out of the way with this Noughty Hair Towel, which costs $9.79. You can’t go wrong with an enormous scrunchie, and cut-claw clips like these are becoming very popular right now.