Brooklyn Beckham dealt major blow as he’s locked in another ‘legal battle’

Brooklyn Peltz-Beckham has once again found himself in a tense legal battle, this time with a major footwear corporation, relating to his hot sauce firm, Cloud23

Brooklyn Peltz-Beckham is caught up in another legal war. The entrepreneur has already been in several clashes with his business Buster Hot Sauce Inc, surrounding the name of his condiment, Cloud 23.

It was reported earlier this year that Brooklyn, 26, had faced a legal fight from an alcoholic brand surrounding his business. He later faced issues with his sauce and different brands with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

But a huge footwear brand has taken issue with Brooklyn’s latest business venture, and drafted in hefty lawyers. On Cloud, which produces shoe soles with holes in them, which has been backed by tennis legend Roger Federer, has taken objection to Brooklyn’s trademark.

The company raised an objection against Cloud23 for classifications including food, alcohol, sauces, live streaming and sports equipment. On Cloud had called in Bristows LLP in order to fight their objection.

But the issue was resolved amicably, On Cloud chose not to continue with their objection threat, and the trademark was later registered. Brooklyn previously went up against Becks beers, over his own burger brand – Beck’s Buns, reports The Sun.

However, the issue was resolved when Brooklyn’s brand agreed to remove the two classifications which related to alcoholic beverages. Meanwhile, Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars also took aim when Brooklyn tried to register a trademark for a shortened version of its brand, C23.

He also later decided to remove any classifications which related to alcohol. He launched Cloud 23 last year, saying: “It’s been a passion project of mine for the last 2 and a half years, something I’ve literally put everything into.

“I’ve never worked so hard on anything in my life.” Brooklyn’s famous family attended the launch event, but since then, relations have become strained. This year, he has missed out on huge family celebrations, including his dad’s 50th birthday, his dad being knighted and the birthdays of his siblings.

In a brutal twist, his family were not there when he renewed his vows to Nicola Peltz-Beckham over this summer, reportedly without telling his own relatives. The Beckhams have remained tight lipped on the fallout despite it gripping public attention.

However, Lady Victoria has made a rather cryptic comment about family feuds as she spoke of Liam and Noel Gallagher’s Oasis reunion after years of them not speaking. “I just think their mum must be so happy,” she told The Sunday Times.

“It must have been really tough on the mum, the boys not talking for all those years. And I just think as a mum, that must be… she must feel so happy to see her boys getting on.”

As Victoria’s comment came to light, Brooklyn took to his social media where he shared a loved-up snap with Nicola alongside a gushing comment. The couple posed for a selfie, with Nicola blowing a kiss to the camera.

Brooklyn wrote: “Date night with my girl @nicolaannepeltzbeckham [red love heart].” This week, the Beckhams came together to support Victoria’s fashion show at Paris Fashion Week without Brooklyn.

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David and Victoria’s eldest son was notably absent as they were joined by sons Cruz, 20, Romeo, 22, and daughter Harper, 14. Victoria is also gearing up for the release of her own Netflix documentary this week.

Meghan Markle leaves fans scratching their heads as they spot awkward jam-making gaffe

The Duchess of Sussex has been mocked online after eagle-eyed royal fans noticed she was holding her jam-making equipment upside down

Meghan Markle has left royal fans baffled by a strange post to promote her latest drop with her lifestyle brand As Ever.

Before jetting off to France for Paris Fashion Week, the Duchess of Sussex took to Instagram oto reveal a new product – a 2024 Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand – as well as a restock of her apricot spread and orange marmalade. To promote the launch, Meghan shared new photographs of herself posing candidly in the kitchen of her Montecito mansion in California, using canning equipment to pull a jar of jam out of a large saucepan on the stove.

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But eagle-eyed royal fans were quick to notice a peculiar detail in Meghan’s jam-making photographs, which first appeared on her As Ever website. Taking to social media in droves, fans pointed out that Meghan appeared to be holding her equipment “upside down”, with some even joking it was her “first time” attempting to make the product.

Meghan appeared to be holding the curved end of the lifter – which is specially shaped for lifting jars – instead of the black rubber handles.

One person wrote online: “OMG! She’s holding the jar lifter upside down!!!” while another experienced jam maker said: “She’s using the jar lifter wrong! I’ve been canning for years.”

Many were quick to question that Meghan’s inexperience using the equipment speaks directly against the fact that the jams have long been marketed as being “inspired by the recipe she crafted in her home kitchen”.

Another person noted: “You’d SO use the back burner and hold the clamp upside down,” while one more fan wrote: “Here’s Meghan acting like she personally cans all the jars at her home. How authentic. Must be her first time. I did the same thing and was corrected by my mother.”

The jar tongs Meghan was using in the picture are traditionally used to safely lift hot jars and cans from boiling water, especially when canning jars at home.

The post comes after Meghan quietly announced her new As Ever wine, just days before heading to Paris for an appearance at the Balenciaga show for fashion week.

Meghan subtly announced the new offering with a coded post on social media, with the caption reading: “We heard you missed us. We’re back…and we brought a friend.”

The official As Ever website revealed more about the white wine, which is the third varietal of wine available for sale from the Duchess of Sussex’s brand.

“Our first Sauvignon Blanc is bright and balanced, with citrus aromatics, a smooth finish, and refreshing versatility,” an official description says. “Crafted for everyday dinners and celebratory gatherings alike, this thoughtfully made wine is perfect for sharing, gifting, and savouring in every season.”

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Strictly star Anton Du Beke shares dancing ‘struggle’ as he gets older

Strictly Come Dancing legend Anton Du Beke has been a part of the show since it began in 2004, and has seen many changes over the years – but he’s still going strong

Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke, who will be celebrating his 60th birthday next July, still has the agility of a man in his 30s on the dance floor.

Anton, who has been a part of every series of Strictly since its inception in 2004 – initially as a professional dancer and then as a judge from 2021 – confesses that one aspect of his craft is becoming somewhat of a “struggle” with age.

Speaking to Woman’s Weekly, he revealed how he’s always kept himself physically fit: “I know my body. I have got a good understanding of it.

“I tend to push myself, but I don’t try and break myself. Consistency is key. I feel blessed. People half my age are struggling with certain bits. I’m very fortunate I don’t. I’ve looked after myself and I haven’t been silly.”

However, while executing the steps isn’t an issue, remembering their sequence can be tricky: “Remembering what comes next is a bit of a lottery! That’s more of a struggle,” Anton admitted.

One thing that keeps Anton in shape is chasing after his twins George and Henrietta, whom he and his wife Hannah Summers welcomed in 2017.

As “slightly older parents,” both Anton and his wife Hannah Summers appreciate being able to participate in sports with their children as they grow stronger and bigger.

“One of the joys of being my age and having children is, it keeps you young,” he said.

He also shared that his daughter Henrietta is passionate about horse riding, while his son George shows more interest in football and rugby.

The twins are also admirers of their father’s literary works. Anton expanded his repertoire in 2018, launching his Buckingham Hotel series of novels.

The eighth instalment, A Winter Ball, is set for release later this month.

Alongside his adult fiction, he’s penned several children’s books in recent years, acknowledging he values “getting a steer” from his youngsters on what captures their interest.

Anton made a permanent transition from the Strictly dance floor to the judging panel in 2021, following temporary cover for Motsi Mabuse during Covid restrictions.

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Prince William insider reveals exact two ways he’ll shake up Royal Family when King

After warning that change is on his agenda when he eventually becomes King, a palace insider has revealed exactly what Prince William intends to do when the time comes

Opening up in one of his most candid interviews to date, Prince William set out his agenda for ‘change’ when he becomes King.

And now a source close to the Prince of Wales has revealed the exact two ways in which William will shake up the monarchy when the time comes. Just last week, the heir to the throne set out his approach for when he takes the top job explaining: “Change is on my agenda – change for good”. It came as he appeared on the Apple TV show The Reluctant Traveller with Eugene Levy as he gave a tour of Windsor Castle and the surrounding area to the Schitt’s Creek star.

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And although in the show, he didn’t specifically say what changes he was looking at, a source close to the palace has revealed what they might be.

Speaking to PEOPLE magazine, they said: “”Prince William’s been quite vocal about what he wants to do when the time comes. [To be] more accessible, more approachable.”

In the travel show, William also candidly described how his wife Kate’s cancer battle left him overwhelmed, revealed his children do not have mobile phones, and said he aims to create a “ world in which my son is proud of what we do”.

He referred to being Prince of Wales and king as a ‘job’ and said he takes his ‘roles’ and ‘responsibilities’ seriously but it was important “you don’t feel they own you – you have to own them”.

His comments are his most detailed reflections on being heir to the throne to date, and he explained: “I think it’s safe to say that change is on my agenda – change for good,” he told Levy as they discussed his future role as king and how his son Prince George will one day succeed him.

William added: “And I embrace that and I enjoy that change – I don’t fear it. That’s the bit that excites me, is the idea of being able to bring some change. Not overly radical change, but changes that I think that need to happen.”

The future king was filmed in early February chatting with Levy in Windsor Castle as he played tour guide for his guest, when they walked William’s black cocker spaniel Orla through the grounds and they spoke over a pint in The Two Brewers, a local pub.

And royal biographer Andrew Morton also told the publication: “He struck me as one of the lads. That’s different from previous generations. He seems very much one of us, even though he is the future King.”

Prince George, who celebrated his 12th birthday in July, will follow his grandfather Charles and father William to be king and the Prince of Wales said about the young royal: “I want to create a world in which my son is proud of what we do, a world and a job that actually does impact people’s lives for the better.”

He appeared to suggest he wanted to ensure his son did not face a repeat of ‘practices’ from the past he and brother Prince Harry had faced when younger, a possible reference to intrusive press scrutiny that also plagued their mother Diana, Princess of Wales.

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Man gobsmacked by Taylor Swift find in charity shop which could be worth small fortune

A man has shared his disbelief after finding a signed Taylor Swift CD in a charity shop for just £1.50 – and it’s worth a small fortune online to fans of the singer

A bargain hunter was left stunned after stumbling upon a signed Taylor Swift CD in a charity shop while rummaging through unwanted items. He had asked a colleague to keep an eye out for the pop star’s debut album, intending to surprise his fiancée with it – but he never anticipated being handed a signed copy.

He shared on Reddit: “I told my coworker who thrifts to keep an eye out for Taylor Swift’s first album for my fiancée. The dude comes in with this today – $1.99 [£1.50] price tag.”

After a swift Google search, he found that the charity shop find could fetch a staggering $800 [£596] online, as fans are often prepared to shell out for such memorabilia.

He continued: “Once I told him that was an $800-plus CD, he kept it, of course. Incredible luck on his end.”

Reacting to the post, one user commented: “Some people have all the luck. You’re a good person for telling him what that’s worth – especially if it has the original ‘Picture to Burn’ lyrics.”

Another user chimed in: “Gonna be real – you should’ve kept it to yourself and surprised your fiancée, who would treasure it.

“Instead, you told him – when he wouldn’t have found it without you in the first place. If I were your fiancée and saw this, I’d be so p***ed.”

A third user added: “I had an autographed first CD of hers just like this that my parents got for me when she was playing at a super small venue near us – and I lost it years later. Wonder what it would be worth now.”

One more user chimed in: “In high school, I had a mate who wouldn’t let me drive home until I promised not to laugh and would listen with an open mind… as he handed me this CD.

“I popped it in on the 10-minute drive home and ended up driving around until I finished the album.

“Mad, because I was never into Swift before or after this album. And even madder – I bumped into that mate for the first time in like five years just yesterday.”

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Another user shared: “I’ve actually got the same signed CD. My ex went to the Mall of America to see some ‘up-and-coming country singer’ back in the day, and I told her to grab me a copy if she could. I completely forgot I had it until now.”

A final user added: “She opened for Brad Paisley on a tour. Her merch area was flogging this signed CD for 20 quid.

Selena Gomez’s kidney donor Francia Raisa’s five-word comment after wedding snub

Selena Gomez tied the knot with her fiancé, Benny Blanco, but it looks like some people were left off the guest list, and her kidney donor has now spoken out

Selena Gomez’s kidney donor has broken her silence on her wedding snub. The singing sensation tied the knot with music star Benny Blanco alongside some of her closest friends and family as well as several celebrity faces.

However, Francia Raisa was not on the guest list which was a surprise to some. Actress Francia is known for donating her kidney to Selena after she was told by doctors she needed the operation due to her lupus.

The 37-year-old has now spoken in an interview where she dismissed fall out rumours despite not going to the celebrity wedding. Plenty of well-known names were at the special event including Taylor Swift, Steve Martin, Martin Short, Ed Sheeran and plenty more.

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In the interview, which was reportedly filmed at a bookstore, Francia wished Gomez the best ahead of her wedding while speaking in Spanish.

She said: “I know she’s getting married, and I’m very happy for her. And look… she has a life and she is already a billionaire and I am grateful that I could do that for her.”

She was then asked what she would say to anyone who is considering donating an organ, where she said that the process is about saving someone’s life and not creating a bond.

Francia explained: “Look, from the beginning, the doctors told me, it’s a donation. If you are going to donate a dollar to St. Jude or somewhere else, you’re not going to call to say, ‘Hey, what are you doing with my dollar?’

“It’s a donation and it’s something nice that I was able to do. I am grateful that I am alive and I can say that I have saved a life.”

The How I Met Your Father actress responded when she was asked about rumours that she was “angry” with Selena due to how she was treating her body after receiving her kidney.

Francia said: “Well, right now what you are asking me is nonsense that has been in the media, and there are too many rumors. I’ve never said anything. When that rumor came out that I had gotten angry or something like that because [Gomez] was smoking, I wasn’t aware of those rumors.”

Francia donated a kidney to Gomez in 2017 after the star had been diagnosed with lupus. Sufferers of the disease have hyperactive immune systems that can attack their healthy tissues and organs which can include the kidneys.

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In 2024, she told E! News that she and Selena would go long periods of time without talking but were still friends with each other.

“One of the best, the best friendships that I know, you go a year without talking, and then when you see each other again, it’s like you never went a day without talking. So, that’s where it’s at,” she said.