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Before making his move to Arsenal, Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi will undergo a medical.
The deal is about to close, and reliable sources have confirmed to BBC Sport that all necessary paperwork regarding the Spain international’s switch to the Emirates has been signed.
All parties are relaxed about the timing of the medical appointment because Zubimendi’s switch paperwork has been completed, but there is a desire to finish the formalities quickly.
Arsenal will be able to announce Zubimendi’s signing once the 26-year-old has completed the medical.
According to reports, Zubimendi has a release clause of £51 million, with all of Sociedad and Arsenal’s payment terms already in place.
Zubimendi has been a long-term favorite of Arsenal’s management and has been putting pen to paper on his signing.
The Gunners want to sign a new center-forward, with Viktor Gyokeres and Benjamin Sesko as potential targets, in addition to Zubimendi’s imminent arrival.
JoJo Siwa dropped a huge hint about her relationship with Chris Hughes as she shared a three-word comment. Since the 22-year-old and Chris, 32, left the Celebrity Big Brother house, rumours have been rife about their bond after they became incredibly close.
The rumours intensified when it emerged that just hours after leaving the house, JoJo had dumped her partner, Kath Ebbs, who had flown in from Australia to meet their partner. Since leaving the house, JoJo and Chris have made the most of their free time and recently headed on a luxury holiday in Mexico together, where they were pictured kissing.
But now she’s back in the UK, JoJo appears to have all but confirmed that she and Chris are an item. After taking to the stage at Colours Hoxton on Tuesday, she made a sweet nod to Chris, who found fame on ITV2’s Love Island.
She altered the lyrics to a rendition of Bette Davis’ Eyes, which was originally sung by Kim Carnes in 1981, to add a message of respect for Chris. She has Bette Davis eyes, according to one song lyric. The crowd went wild when JoJo changed these to read, “He’s got, Chris Hughes’ eyes.”
She explained to the audience that she changed the song because it made her “happy.” Dance Moms legend JoJo remarked to the crowded audience, “I’ll tell you this much, if it’s not obvious, that ending lyric is very true. Although this isn’t her first time doing this, Chris was present at the show, and she also changed the lyrics on Monday.
However, JoJo kept his presence felt even though he was unable to attend on Tuesday. She brought along Chris’ orange beanie hat in the living room.
She added that she had spotted Chris singing one of her songs while she was asleep. She said, “This morning when I woke up, all I heard was]sings Nobody Can Change me] he was singing.”
JoJo added: “So I figured today I’d bring a little bit of him while I sing this next song.” As her performance drew to a close, JoJo shared a rather personal insight into her life after feeling she was one of the “most hated people in the world.”
She continued, “London, could I just say that I’m going to take my final two minutes to get a little deeper with you all. I’m going to take my very serious thank you. It’s crazy what I’m about to say out loud because I’ve gone through a lot of transitions in my life. I’ve lived through times in my life where I have been one of the most despised people in the world since I was nine.
I’m not requesting sympathy; that’s fine, but I’ve been holding onto things that are beyond my control. She continued, “It was really, really bad when I was 14.” However, I feel incredibly loved right now, both professionally and personally. And just like that, nights like this cause me to cry so much, and I can sing along and dance the night away, but I just want you to know that my heart is smiling inside.
“And I just feel so grateful because I feel so loved and special in this life right now, in movies like this and at home.” I want to take a moment and remind everyone that if you’re going through a difficult time, you can always count on it. “Just keep pushing the troops,” I say.
King Charles officially opened the Canadian parliament in what was his first visit to the country since becoming British monarch.
Those assembled applauded when Charles quoted the national anthem towards the end of his speech from a throne, saying that “The true north is strong and free”, in what was widely viewed to be a reference to the ongoing turmoil with US President Trump
President Trump has repeatedly called for Canada to be incorporated within the US as the “51st state.” This suggestion has been met with fury in Canada, with PM Mark Carney saying his country is “never ever” going to be for sale during a meeting with Trump in Washington.
The speech, written by the Canadian cabinet, is traditionally given by the governor general. A monarch has given the address three times in the parliament since Charles’s appearance. Given the ongoing international disputes with Canada’s neighbor, its emphasis on trading and sovereignty comes as no surprise.
As monarch, King Charles is constitutionally bound to remain politically neutral, so it is important to remember that much like the King’s Speech at the opening of parliament in the UK, the contents of these speeches are primarily dictated by the government of the day, not Charles himself.
However, for a long time, there were concerns raised by some that Charles would be too political when the time came for him to take the thone, given that, during his lengthy tenure as Prince of Wales – he was the person to hold the title of heir-in-waiting longest in British history – he did have a tendency to speak his mind.
Charles addressed these concerns in 2018, telling the BBC in an interview marking his 70th birthday that he is “not that stupid” and understood that once he was sovereign, he would have to be far more mindful about expressing his opinions.
There is only one sovereign in a room at once, according to the article. Not two”, Charles said at the time, adding that the heir had a “different function” to that of the monarch. “I’m undoubtedly going to be unable to carry out the same actions as the heir.” You must adhere to the constitutional guidelines, of course. But it’s a different function. People may have forgotten how distinct the two are from one another.
During her long reign, the late Queen Elizabeth rarely made a mistake in this regard, and even today, the public is still unsure of her private and political beliefs. This perhaps made Charles’s interventions stand out more sharply, in comparison to the perfectly maintained mask his late mother wore.
Since taking the throne, Charles has undoubtedly reduced his activism and willingness to express his personal opinions, but some of his most recent victories have been seen as almost exceeding his constitutionally neutral limits.
Charles has not shied away from expressing his support for Ukraine in the ongoing war, despite the fact that the UK is not officially in direct conflict with Russia. This makes these comments somewhat unusual for a monarch.
During an address at the Bundestag – the German parliament – he referred to the “unprovoked invasion of Ukraine” adding that “freedom and human dignity have been trampled in the most brutal way. The security of Europe has been threatened, together with our democratic values. The world has watched in horror, but we have not stood by.”
He also spoke in powerful language about the one-year anniversary of the conflict, praising Ukraine’s “remarkable courage and resilience” and blaming Russia’s “unprovoked full-scale attack” – but this was a far cry from the language the late Queen used on Ukraine’s Independence Day in August 2022.
The late Queen addressed Zelensky with her “warmest greetings” to the leader and nation while softly referring to a “most challenging year” and her hope for “better times in the future.”
Back in 2014, when Charles was still Prince of Wales, he is reported to have said in a private conversation with a Jewish survivor of World War Two that Putin’s annexation of Crimea was “Just about the same as Hitler” – remarks that were called “unacceptable” by the Kremlin.
King Charles received some severe criticism for meeting with Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, as negotiations for the Northern Ireland Protocol in the post-Brexit deal were about to wrap up in February 2023.
It was seen as inappropriate by experts, politicians, and commentators alike that Charles met with von der Leyen before the deal was finalised, with former BBC royal correspondent Peter Hunt saying the “King has abandoned his unifying role and entered the political fray”.
Due to the controversy surrounding the Northern Ireland Protocol, a constitutional expert, Craig Prescott from Bangor University, claimed the move was “unwise” despite appearing superficially unimportant.
Jacob Rees-Mogg MP told GB News, “The sovereign should only be involved when things are completed and accepted,” and Labour MP Christ Bryant said it was a “terrible mistake.”
At the time, Buckingham Palace said that the King met with von der Leyen after advice from the government. However, Downing Street tried to pass back responsibility for the meeting onto the monarch, with a spokesperson for former PM Rishi Sunak saying it was “fundamentally” Charles’s choice to do so.
Charles used his first annual Christmas address as monarch to reference the Cost of Living Crisis. He offered support to those across the country who are “finding ways to pay their bills and keep their families fed and warm” and praised those doing voluntary community work to help out in times of “anxiety and hardship.”
Whilst it was carefully worded to remain focused on the charitable aspects of the crisis, the cost of living issues faced across the UK are inextricably linked to political policy, causing the New Statesman to point out Charles was “once again…picking a side” and noting that “Ministers would hardly have been overjoyed at the subject playing a starring role in the King’s speech”.
Charles received the most negative comments for entering the political world during his time as Prince of Wales.
He is reported to have found then-Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s Rwanda deportation plan “appalling,” which is said to have caused consternation in the Conservative leadership.
He wrote a series of letters to the government – known as the ‘black spider memos’ because of his handwriting – across a variety of subjects from the accessibility of herbal medicines on the NHS to the Iraq War.
The Guardian accused him of being “dogged” in his lobbying of government ministers, a practice that the then-heir to the throne rebuffed.
Charles is known to have been a fervent environmentalist long before the climate crisis became part of the public consciousness. Since becoming king, he has spoken about this issue less frequently and openly than he has in recent years, though he has been proven wrong for his actions. However, as society has regressed, he has since gotten better at it.
The TV icon’s friend, Paul Danan’s friend, has confirmed that he was found dead on his couch. On January 15, Paul, 46, was unresponsive at his Bristol home. The late actor, who was known for his roles on Channel 4’s Hollyoaks and Celebrity Big Brother, died from a combination of drugs, including cocaine and heroin.
According to the coroner, Paul’s friends called 911 after not seeing him. A neighbor entered his home and they were able to locate him for two days before he passed away.
Paul was lying slumped against the edge of his sofa, the television still on, and he was there. A GP wrote to him in May 2024 to let him know Paul had an unintentional overdose and had spent some time in intensive care. He abandoned his plans to use methadone, but he frequently reported repeated use of crack cocaine and heroin. Paul claimed that the accidental overdose was his lack of intention to end his life.
He moved into his parents’ home to support him while attempting to quit the habit after the overdose. He told a GP in August 2024 that he had “suicidal ideations” but had no intention of acting on them. Because he wasn’t well, he was given psychological care in the community, but he was also asked to be off the job.
He had not checked WhatsApp since she left his flat, according to neighbor Melissa Crooks, who was the last to see him two days before he passed away. Beverley Danan, Paul’s mother, praised her son, saying that Paul had aided so many people from all walks of life but was unable to assist himself in the same way. She continued, “His smiley face and love for life will always stand out in our memories.”
A misadventure was discovered by coroner Debbie Rrooked. She claimed to the Bristol coroner’s court, “Paul did not intend to commit suicide.”
Avon Coroner’s Court in Bristol held an inquest into his death. According to Alexis Camp from the coroner’s office, “Mr. Danan was discovered unresponsive at his home address.” He added, “Emergency services confirmed his sadly passed away. After the post-mortem, samples were taken for analysis. There was no note left.
A court had previously discovered that benzodiazepine use contributed to Danan’s provisional cause of death as a result of the combined toxicity of heroin, methadone, codeine, cocaine, zopiclone, and pregabalin. Assistant Coroner Deborah Rookes presided over the inquest that continued.
Evidence was classified as a read-inquest, which meant that witnesses’ written statements were more than likely to be used as written statements. According to court records, Danan was scheduled to appear at a plea hearing at Warrington Magistrates’ Court the day after his death after being accused of possessing cocaine and marijuana.
He was also accused of driving in Warrington, Cheshire, on October 2 last year while driving while under the influence of drugs. The actor had previously entered rehab in an effort to recover, and he had been open about his addiction struggles.
Danan stated at the time that he hoped the series would give him a “second chance” at his career when he participated in Channel 5’s Celebrity Big Brother in 2017. He resisted requests to make a return to Hollyoaks, and he later co-founded the podcast The Morning After With Paul Danan, which ran from 2019 to 2023.
He launched a drama workshop called Morning After Drama in 2020, which expanded from online classes during the pandemic to workshops in London, Oxford, and the South West. His other appearances included those on The Kevin Bishop Show and on Celebrity Coach Trip on Channel 4 and E4’s Celebrity Coach Trip.
Danan, who claims his addictions started when he was a teenager, discussed them on ITV’s The Jeremy Kyle Show in 2019. He claimed that in order to remain in recovery, he must “work hard every day.”
He admitted to drug and public order offenses in 2010, received a $350 fine, and was then referred to a drug agency for assistance by Stevenage Magistrates’ Court. Paul Danan passed away at the age of 46, according to a statement from Independent Creative Management.
Paul was a beacon of light to many thanks to his television presence, exceptional talent, and unwavering kindness. All those who knew him will have irreplaceable voids in their lives as a result of his premature departure.
The Samaritans have a free helpline that is available 24/7, accessible at 116 123, for those who are struggling and need to talk. You can also contact Jo at jo@samaritans.org or visit their website to find your neighborhood branch.
The NHS has information on how to get help, or Frank offers confidential advice on drugs and addiction (email frank@talktofrank.com, message 82111, or call 0300 123 6600).
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Despite being raised in the limelight, with parents David and Victoria commanding attention on global stages for decades, their son Brooklyn Beckham has always shied away from the public eye.
The Beckham family has long been aware that their first born prefers to stay out of the spotlight. He typically avoids the camera whenever he can – aside from his occasional cooking segments, sources say.
However, a recent video tells a different story. Brooklyn, 26, was seen revving a motorbike in Beverly Hills alongside his wife, 30-year-old Nicola Peltz. Fans say the clip didn’t just signify a romantic ride – rather, it’s been interpreted as a bold, public show of solidarity with his wife amid ongoing tensions between her and the Beckham family.
Brooklyn captioned the video, “My whole world will love you forever, I always choose you baby,” adding, “X You’re the most amazing person I know, xx me and you forever baby.”
According to sources close to David and Victoria, their anger is now primarily directed at their daughter-in-law, and the message is unmistakably directed at his family conflict. The Beckham family’s already glaring division in the video is the first public statement made by Brooklyn or Nicola.
The Beckhams were apparently deeply alarmed and left the pair completely unintentionally at David’s grand 50th birthday celebrations earlier this month, which caused them to be noticeably absent.
The family’s eldest son, according to those close to the family, is not the one who is in charge. “Brooklyn is now being called “the hostage.” It is heartbreaking for those who love Brooklyn to think that Nicola is controlling him, according to an insider who spoke to Mail Online.
They continued, “Videos like this are not his doing. He will be passing away inside. Although he is romantic and soppy, the video is not his. You have to wonder if Nicola was responsible for it because he detests all of that.
However, Annabelle Knight, sex and relationships expert at Lovehoney told the Mirror that things might not be as they appear, suggesting that Brooklyn has had more input than anyone knows.
It appears to be simple to depict Brooklyn as the lovestruck husband pulled away from his family by a more powerful partner, but it turns out to be the opposite. But relationships are rarely so nuanced. A more complicated dynamic could exist here, where both parties are receiving what they need.
This relationship may have given Brooklyn, who has grown up somewhat in the spotlight but also has incredibly wealthy, successful parents, a sense of purpose, especially if he has long felt like the ” accomplished one” in his family. Love can be entrancing for many of us, especially if it seems to give you a role to play.
She explains that “Brooklyn might not be just the passive party in all this.” He might find comfort in a partner-takes the lead role in the relationship, and he might even be able to accept that. Some people find that being with a more determined or determined partner can lessen the pressure they experience elsewhere in life. That doesn’t necessarily imply there is manipulation; rather, it could just be how their relationship dynamic functions together.
“Ultimately, relationships are rarely as simple as they seem from the outside. Even the most curated, picture-perfect couples on Instagram may be working through emotional patterns that are far more layered behind closed doors.”
Following what they perceive to be an endless rift and detachment since her and Brooklyn’s $ 3 million wedding in April 2022 at her family’s $ 76 million Palm Beach estate, David and Victoria, now 51, have effectively washed their hands of Nicola.
The couple came to the conclusion that they are now separated from their eldest son after numerous absences and missed family events. Along with David and his brothers Romeo, 22, and Cruz, 19, they also skipped a number of family events, including a relaxed gathering at the Beckhams’ Cotswolds retreat, a trip to France, a dinner at the upscale London restaurant Core, and even a fishing trip to the Highlands.