After the pair took part in a celebrity darts tournament in London, the One Show host was reflecting on a recent appearance with Olly Murs.
Roman Kemp has called out Olly Murs after recently appearing together on-stage (Image: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)
After the pair recently appeared together on stage in front of tens of thousands of people, Roman Kemp of The One Show has criticized Olly Murs.
Celebrities and darts pros faced off earlier this month to see who would win the Hyde Park Darts Championship in a game of darts.
The new competition, created by the PDC (Professional Darts Corporation), saw Roman join fellow celebs including Olly Murs, Dion Dublin, and Joe Swash, who were each partnered with a darts pro such as Luke Littler and Luke Humphries.
Reflecting on the eagerly fought contest in a recent episode of his You About? Roman recalled his impressive performance by throwing two “triple 20s” during a podcast with Tom Grennan.
Roman finished runner-up in the competition(Image: Getty Images)
The radio host explained how Joe Swash and his partner Fallon Sherrock emerged as deserved winners after narrowly escaping the top spot and making it all the way to the finals.
He did explain that the celebrities had initially been lulled into false security by Joe before he went on to win the competition: “He kind of hustled us a little bit, because in the little area beforehand, we were all just practicing and he was c**p.”
He expressed regret for the preparation of one of his fellow celebrities for the occasion by saying, “I’m going to call Olly out here. He showed up with a shirt with his name printed all over it.
Then, he continued, “He had his own weighted darts that had his name on them.”
Roman called out Olly after he turned up to the event with a personalised darts shirt (Image: Getty Images)
However, Roman claimed that the singer “went out first” and that “Olly’s got to step that up,” despite being fully prepared for the occasion.
Roman has recently gained acclaim in broadcasting despite not having tried his hand at darts. He switched radio for television last year when he began co-hosting several programs, including The One Show, after co-hosting the Capital Breakfast show for the first time.
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Roman is also frequently seen on The One Show(Image: Getty Images)
Many people will know him for his numerous hosting roles, as well as for his third-place finish on I’m A Celeb in 2019 and for his participation in Soccer Aid for England earlier this year.
Topshop have named model Cara Delevingne as the face of their new relaunch. The collaboration will reflect her London roots and the connection she has had with the brand for many years
From the late ’90s through the 2000s, Topshop wasn’t just a store – it was a destination(Image: SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)
With many eagerly awaiting the return of Topshop, it looks like the wait is nearly over. While the brand has been exclusively at ASOSfor a while now, it’s largely been tucked away among the 800-plus labels they carry. But now, Topshop is stepping forward to reclaim its fashion-forward spirit, bringing a fresh energy with global style icon Cara Delevingne as the face of its relaunch.
From the late ’90s through the 2000s, Topshop wasn’t just a store – it was a destination. It was a place where youth, style and identity collided. But after its parent company went into administration, it disappeared high streets across the United Kingdom and beyond.
Now, recognising the gap it left behind, Topshop is returning with a curated 30-piece edit that captures the shared aesthetic of both Cara and the brand. The edit aims to be confident, individual and distinctly modern.
Topshop and Topman have more exciting news as they return to the runway this summer(Image: TOPSHOP)
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Cara, chosen for her long-standing connection to the brand and as a born-and-bred Londoner, said: “As a London girl, Topshop was the place where fashion felt fun, fearless, and full of possibilities. Coming back to Topshop now is more than a return – it’s about starting something new. This collection is about owning your style, your story, and feeling empowered to express that every day.”
The collection channels Cara’s signature London edge – effortless yet elevated, with sharp tailoring, statement outerwear and reimagined denim staples. A monochrome palette runs through the edit, punctuated by hits of rich avocado green to give it a fresh seasonal feel.
Topshop describe Cara as the perfect embodiment of the Topshop spirit(Image: TOPSHOP)
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The team at Topshop described the collaboration as more than just a campaign, saying: “It’s a statement of intent as we reintroduce Topshop to the world. We’re bringing together cultural relevance, design credibility, and a new energy that speaks to how people want to dress today.”
Topshop’s Managing Director, Michelle Wilson added that the model’s involvement with the relaunch harmonised with everything Topshop is as a band. She said: “Cara is the perfect embodiment of the Topshop spirit – bold, creative, and unapologetically herself.” she added
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The edit launches on topshop.com on 16th August, featuring standout pieces like a bold black-and-white faux shearling coat, a cinched ’80s-inspired PU jacket, and updated takes on cult-favourite denim fits like the Joni and Jamie jeans. Balancing structure and softness, the collection pairs strong silhouettes with fluid fabrics offering fashion that feels just as empowering as it looks.
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And this is just the beginning – Topshop and Cara have already started developing a full capsule collection for the 2026/2027 season, with a shared focus on quality materials and considered design.
An attack by terrorists in the Rijau Local Government Area of Niger State was foiled by Joint Task Force Operation Fansan Yamma.
The spokesperson for Operation Fansan Yamma, Captain David Adewusi, disclosed this in a statement released on Wednesday, stating that the operation took place on July 22.
He claimed that troops “successfully intercepted and neutralized a large group of terrorists moving towards Ragada and Warari communities in Rijau LGA” from the Baban Doka axis of Maru Local Government Area (LGA) in Zamfara State.
According to him, the troops had launched a coordinated assault close to Inana Village in Rijau LGA and engaged the terrorists in a fierce firefight, consisting of joint teams from the Mariga and Zuru axes.  ,
The Air Component of OPFY supported the ground troops with vital intelligence, surveillance, and air strikes during the engagement, enabling a swift response.
He claimed that numerous motorcycles and communication devices were recovered after a number of terrorists had been neutralized.
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Two AK-47 rifles, one magazine with five rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, 18 motorcycles, and other items were among those recovered from the terrorists.  ,
Adewusi claimed that the joint assault prevented the terrorists’ attempts to sabotage the area and rustle the livestock. Unfortunately, during the firefight, one of the soldiers suffered fatal injuries.
In a leopard print halterneck that is currently on sale, Vicky Pattison recently filmed a sneak peek of her trip to the Maldives, where she wowowed fans.
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Vicky Pattison looks radiant in a halter leopard print swimsuit that’s under £50(Image: Vicky Pattison/Instagram)
Vicky Pattison looked radiant in a leopard-print swimming costume as she soaked up the sun on her recent summer holiday. She posed on her Instagram in a series of pictures that wowed fans. The swimsuit that Vicky donned was this & Other Stories Halterneck Swimsuit in brown leopard print, which is currently on sale at ASOS for a nifty 20% less.
This swimming costume would typically retail for $57, but it is currently available for sale for $46 while this ASOS deal is still active.
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Vicky stunned in the & Other Stories swimming costume in a series of snaps on social media(Image: Vicky Pattison/Instagram)
This halterneck swimsuit, which features a classic, Brazilian cut and a classic silhouette, is suitable for any body type on a yacht trip or beach day. It has a low-rise back and a halterneck strap for a customisable fit, keeping your costume secure whether you’re sunbathing or taking a dip, and it has a straight neckline with subtle gathers for subtle accentuation.
This & Other Stories item also has adjustable hook closures at the back to keep it secure regardless of what you choose, and light padding for added support that can be removed if you’d prefer.
Vicky’s & Other Stories halterneck square neck swimsuit is on sale for £46(Image: ASOS)
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This swimming costume is currently on sale at ASOS in sizes 4 to 16, but some sizes are quickly selling out due to its stylish and trendy leopard print design. The same swimming costume is only available in two sizes at &, Other Stories, but it’s reduced to just £25.
Fire officials and scientists claim that wildfire activity is on the rise as the country approaches its hottest months of the year.
Experts claim that the most intense fires typically occur in the US from late spring through the first few months of the fall because the vegetation is dry and the temperatures are high.
California has come to represent both the intensity and scope of those wildfires. More fires were reported in the western state in 2024 than in any other region of the state.
The Eaton and Palisades fires in the Los Angeles area alone contributed nearly $40 billion in insured losses, according to Gallagher Re, the insurance company Gallagher Re just last week. In those fires, 30 people were reportedly killed.
California is the subject of a national debate over how to deal with wildfires and what appropriate state and federal roles should exist in response to that toll.
US Senator Alex Padilla demanded more funding for fire preparedness earlier this month on the six-month anniversary of the deadly infernos, as President Donald Trump had suggested.
The upcoming peak fire season is upon us. California has a year-round fire season, but it’s just beginning’s peak fire season, Padilla said.
He noted that the relatively mild January fires in Los Angeles were caused by winter rather than the scorching, dry summer months.
Even under less than ideal circumstances, experts claim that that indicates the potential size of California’s wildfires.
Potential for a “quite severe” season
California’s wildfires have been moderate so far this year, according to scientists, but they are expected to increase as the summer gets warmer, especially in the state’s drought-stricken regions, where they have been.
In a recent phone call, Max Moritz, a wildfire specialist at the University of California at Santa Barbara (UCSB), stated, “We’ve had a number of small-to-medium-sized fires, but nothing too startling so far.”
“But that’s kind of where we’d like to be right now,” he said. And as we approach the drier months, some things have been revealed that indicate what might turn out to be a fairly severe fire season.
Scientists frequently point out that wildfire seasons can be influenced by a variety of variables and are challenging to predict.
Wildfire-related events, such as those caused by high winds, extreme heat, or lightning strikes, are also eerie. A downed power line or a campfire’s failure to properly extinguish a campfire are just two examples of human error or negligence that can cause a fire to burn the landscape.
A fire that has been quickly snuffed out can become more large and intense once it begins, depending on factors like wind strength and firefighter access.
According to Scott Stephens, a professor of fire science and forest policy at the University of California, Berkeley, “it’s really difficult to come up with a single explanation for why some seasons are so much more intense than others.”
For instance, California’s fire seasons of 2020 and 2021 saw the largest number of fires ever to spread across vast areas of land.
By comparison, the following years were comparatively tame, despite scientists’ claims that fire seasons with higher-than-average activity levels were caused by factors like climate change.
However, there are some indicators that scientists and fire officials use as indicators, such as the presence of drought and the moisture content of soil and plant life. A fire can be started by many catalysts, but thick, dry vegetation is largely the fuel for its spread and unstoppable nature.
According to Stephens, southern California’s chaparral landscape, which is characterized by low-lying shrubs like sage, is particularly susceptible to fire and has experienced a “very dry” year.
According to the US Drought Monitor, about 23 percent of California is currently experiencing severe to exceptional drought, with the majority of those areas being located in southern California.
According to the state agency Cal Fire, the Madre Fire, the state’s largest fire of the year so far, which raged in central California’s San Luis Obispo County, totaling about 80, 000 acres (32, 400 hectares).
The term used by fire officials to describe the portion of a fire that is more than 95 percent contained refers to the area of the fire that is effectively protected by protective lines.
On January 22, [Ringo Chiu/Reuters] firefighters fight the Hughes Fire near Castaic Lake, north of Santa Clarita, California.
shifting emergency management policies
The Trump administration’s proposed changes to politics also loom over the fire season this year, which raises questions about concerns about weather forecasting and emergency services.
According to scientists, these services are crucial for understanding how each fire season develops.
Fire weather is undoubtedly an example of how heavily we rely on modelled forecasts for various weather events, according to Moritz. We all run the risk of worse outcomes if these services are negatively impacted.
Trump has spearheaded efforts to lower the federal government since taking office for a second term, including by reducing its reliance on scientific research and emergency services.
For instance, the National Weather Service (NWS) lost nearly 600 workers as a result of the Trump-led employee reduction earlier this year. Since then, the president has been criticized for a string of floods that nearly 135 people have died in Texas. Democratic lawmakers have attributed staffing cuts to a lack of staffing that would allow for forecasting and emergency response efforts.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), which regulates the federal response to disaster recovery, has also been under administration scrutiny.
Trump had suggested shifting FEMA’s responsibilities to local and state governments. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem reportedly put in place a policy in June that required her to personally approve any FEMA expenses over $100,000.
That has caused a decline in services, according to critics. CNN reported just last Monday that Ken Pagurek, the head of FEMA’s urban search and rescue operations, resigned over bureaucratic issues.
Trump has threatened to withhold disaster aid from states like California if his immigration and other policy priorities don’t align with his own. Democrats are to blame for the wildfires in Los Angeles, according to him and his allies.
“One of our country’s worst catastrophes has already been experienced.” Simply put, they are unable to extinguish the fires. What’s wrong with them, exactly? Trump published a letter in January.
preventing wildfires that are out of control
California has attempted to put its own measures into action to combat the difficulties brought on by longer, more intense fire seasons, though.
In addition to these strategies, there is a greater emphasis on fuel-saving initiatives, such as prescribed burns, which intentionally introduce fire into a landscape under controlled circumstances to help thin out the vegetation.
We have undoubtedly encouraged prescribed burns. We’re actually doing more of them than we once did, according to Cal Fire’s Jesse Torres, a spokesperson.
He claims that these efforts typically occur in the late spring, after periods of rain when wetter weather lessen the risk of a prescribed burn spreading out of control.
However, according to fire scientists, those efforts have not yet reached the scale necessary to seriously affect the state’s fire activity.
Cal Fire claims to have covered only 156, 000 acres (63, 100 hectares) of land in the current fiscal year, but it anticipates that figure will increase, despite its annual goal of treating 500, 000 acres (202, 300 hectares) of land with fuel reduction efforts.
After 28 nations called for the end of the Gaza war, protesters have been demanding more than just words. Many of those same nations, Soraya Lennie points out, continue to send weapons and operate normally with Israel.
