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
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He found a signed Taylor Swift CD in a charity shop (Image: Charles McQuillan/TAS24, Getty Images for TAS Rights Management)
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 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
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Francia donated her kidney to Selena(Image: FilmMagic)
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.
Shoppers praise this Xbox headset as ‘the best I’ve owned in 20 years’ and right now, avid gamers or Christmas Gift hunters can pick them one up for £70 less thanks to this flash sale
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Xbox headset that makes a great Christmas gift is now £70 less flash sale(Image: Turtle Beach)
If you’re on the hunt for a top-notch multiplatform gaming headset, then look no further than the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro. Whether you’re an avid gamer yourself or gifting one this Christmas season, shoppers “cannot fault” this Turtle Beach headset.
The Stealth Pro is Turtle Beach’s high-end wireless gaming headset, boasting an impressive array of features and compatibility with every major platform – it even offers dual connectivity, making it the only headset you’ll ever need.
Nathan Bliss, The Mirror’s Gaming Editor, tested the Xbox version of the Stealth Pro, but don’t worry about platform specifics, as these headphones are compatible with PlayStation consoles, PC, Mac, Nintendo Switch, and other Bluetooth devices. It’s certainly a better choice over the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro PlayStation version, which doesn’t support either of Microsoft’s consoles.
Normally retailing for a steep £279.99, this Stealth Pro Headset is currently up for grabs for 25% less thanks to Amazon’s Prime Day deals, saving shoppers a massive £70.
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Nathan Bliss highlights some of the headset’s best features. You’ve got two mics to switch between: the built-in, dual concealed mic for when you’re sporting these hefty lads on the go, and the detachable boom mic with ANC for when you’re deep in online gameplay. Both the boom mic and dual concealed mic utilise Turtle Beach’s S.M.A.R.T. (Sonic Measurement Audio Reduction Tuning) mic, noise-cancelling tech, designed to pick up your voice while leaving out all the background sounds.
The 50mm detachable drivers are a joy, enhanced by the ANC, but these high-end features come with a hefty price tag. The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro is priced at £279.99 for the Xbox version when purchased directly from Turtle Beach, putting it in direct competition with the Razer Barracuda Pro. However, when compared, the Stealth Pro proves to be much more versatile.
The headphones feature high-quality memory foam ear cushions, as well as a similarly comfortable headband, making them suitable for extended wear, despite weighing approximately 400g (excluding the detachable microphone). The Stealth Pro is certainly on the heavier side, with the Razer Barracuda Pro being approximately 60g lighter, but this adds to the premium feel, and the cushions are so comfortable that it’s not an issue.
Nathan describes the adjustable noise cancellation as “top-tier”, writing: “The Turtle Beach audio hub allows you to switch between ambient and full ANC swiftly and easily. It’s full ANC mode offers the best noise cancellation experience I’ve had with a gaming headset, and the focus it provides to secure those crucial eliminations in tense moments without being distracted by external noise is invaluable. Even when hoovering (everyone needs a cleaning playlist, right?), the sound comes through cleanly, making it an incredibly versatile piece of kit.”
Nathan summarises: “The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro is hands down the best multiplatform gaming headset I’ve ever used. Its impressive array of features, comfort, and ability to connect to any device – not to mention the fact you never have to worry about battery life thanks to its dual battery system – makes it an extremely attractive option.”
“With other gaming headsets on the market, you often find yourself having to choose between platform connectivity, wireless, Bluetooth, comfort, noise cancellation and battery life. But with the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro, you can have your cake and eat it too. That is, if you can afford it.”
Amazon shoppers who have picked up this headset can’t stop raving about it, with one thrilled customer sharing: “Happy customer, coming from Steel Series Nova 3x and then 5x to this, what a difference!! more immersive, better sound, noise isolation and the bonus of ANC. Lucky I got it for less than half of retail just because of no og box. Most important of all, no connection issues, unlike the SteelSeries!”
While another buyer beams: “One of the best gaming headsets I’ve owned in the last 20 years. I play Battlefield and FPS, and these give me the edge when it comes to Spatial Audio and understanding exactly where those footsteps are coming from. Swappable batteries are a nice feature.”
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Though this shopper presents a balanced argument, writing: “I finally found a gaming headset that’s ideal for me after coming from Turtle Beach X800 to Turtle Beach Air, then SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless, which had great sound. This Turtle Beach Stealth Pro was easy to set up and configure the sound, with compatibility with multiple platforms. I honestly cannot fault this headset, the only downside is the clamp force is a little bit getting used to as it’s a new headset, but that will bed in once it’s been used(my big head), all in all very happy and worth the money. Coming to this from a previous headset, which was a Steelseries Artis Pro Wireless, and I can tell this has that extra mile in it, so very happy.”
A new sixth love language is here and it requires style and coordination. Celeb couples are showing love through fashion, and they’re acing their look every single time.
Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet’s relationship is going strong. But with the couple starting to date in April 2023, fans have only been able to see snippets of their relationship through their public outings and nothing more, until earlier this week, when the couple were captured together leaving The Waverly Inn in New York City.
They both opted for a head-to-toe black leather look as they went to the after-party for the premiere of the actor’s upcoming film Marty Supreme at the 63rd New York Film Festival at Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Centre.
Bright Side notes that couples often match their clothes to express unity and celebrate their relationship status. It’s a playful way to show off their connection through shared styles, demonstrating to everyone that they’re the perfect “fit” – no pun intended.
From David and Victoria Beckham to Kylie and Timothée, we’ve gathered some of our favourite celebrities and their matching outfits.
Taylor Swift reveals the pain she went through after finishing Eras tour
Nicole Kidman has revealed she has made mistakes after it was revealed she is headed for a divorce from Keith Urban. The Hollywood actress, 58, admitted she has always been a risk taker and confirmed she will learn from her ways after the pair’s split was confirmed after 19 years together.
Nicole and Keith’s separation was revealed last week, with the singer reportedly having moved out of their Nashville house. It is rumoured he is already dating someone new.
Nicole said: “Taking a risk is what I’ve always done. You get back up and you try again and you learn.”
Nicole and Keith married in 2006 but are set for divorce ( Getty Images for ACM)
Speaking to Vogue, she went on: “Literally walk away from it because it will fell you. It will destroy you.”
Despite her words, Nicole made sure to steer clear of directly talking about her marriage breakdown. However, she stressed the importance of “ride-or-die friendships.
Nicole returned to the spotlight earlier this week for the first time since the news broke. She was joined by her kids at an award ceremony in Dallas, Texas, on Saturday night.
The Moulin Rouge star honoured television showrunner Taylor Sheridan at the amfAR Dallas Gala, where she presented her with an award.
A source had previously revealed the anxious feeling Nicole had had due to her separation from Keith. A source told People the Aussie star had: “Been stressed [for months] because she knew the separation would eventually become public and she was dreading [the public’s response].”
The source went on: “She’s surprisingly level-headed and calm. Now that it’s out she’s just focused on what’s ahead and her girls.”
Meanwhile, Keith – with whom Nicole shares daughters Sunday, 17, and Faith, 14 – seemed to address his marriage complications during his current tour. Eagle-eyed fans spotted Keith had dropped a tune, that is believed to be about Nicole, from his recent set.
The sing, his 2016 track titled The Fighter, had previously been described as being written for Nicole. However, following news of their break-up, it appeared to have vanished from his playlist.
It’s a tune he has regularly performed during past tours. In it, lyrics include: “When they’re tryna get to you, baby I’ll be the fighter.”
Nicole and Keith’s divorce is said to have come as the pair “suffered irreconcilable differences”. It prompted the actress to begin divorce proceedings.
Divorce documents include a detailed parenting plan, with it said that Nicole will be the primary parents. It’s suggested that she will be the residential parent for 306 days of the year, with the singer having the remaining 59.
They are also said to have fairly split up the holiday periods to share special occasions.
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This Morning viewers who adored Alison Hammond’s figure-flattering ensemble from last week can still shop her exact leather midi skirt in all sizes
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Alison Hammond’s flattering midi skirt is perfect for skimming over curves(Image: Rachel Hughes/Instagram)
Alison Hammond is always one to watch for comfortable, practical and stylish ensembles as she appears as a host on ITV’s This Morning. And last week was no different as she donned a chic floral-patterned blouse and a leather midi skirt that’s ideal for creating a flattering silhouette.
If you’re eager to get your hands on Alison’s exact leather midi skirt, the good news is that we not only know where to find it, but it’s also available from a high street store. Plus, it’s currently still in stock in all sizes.
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Constructed from a faux leather fabric, this midi skirt features a pleated design that creates a structured silhouette that’s ideal for skimming over curves with a flattering finish.
Perfect for jazzing up your workwear wardrobe or styling for formal evening events, this River Island skirt comes armed with a waist-cinching belt.
Boasting a versatile midi length that’s a must-have for autumn styling, this skirt comes in sizes 6 to 22, with all sizes currently available in Alison’s black colourway at the time of writing.
This number is also available in a fall-ready brown shade and retails for £46 at River Island and Very.
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If you’re shopping around for alternative styles and don’t mind ditching the faux leather material, Marks & Spencer offers this Pleated Midaxi Skirt in sizes 6 to 24 for the slightly more affordable price of £36. Alternatively, head over to New Look to find this black faux leather pleated midi skirt in sizes 6 to 22 for £35.99.
