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Andy Carroll, the former England footballer, and girlfriend Lou Teasdale split recently having had a 14-month relationship after meeting at Glastonbury in June 2024

One of the “final straws” which led to Andy Carroll’s split with Lou Teasdale was a huge row at Glastonbury, it is reported.

It is said Lou, 41, packed her things and left the festival early in June following the bust-up, thought to have been the latest in a string of arguments. Andy and Lou had gone to Worthy Farm for a weekend away to celebrate their one-year anniversary, having met at Glastonbury in 2024.

But Lou “could take no more” and left the festival without her 36-year-old partner, who was a footballer for Newcastle United, Liverpool and West Ham United among other teams. Their split emerged this week, with it now understood Lou ended the relationship rather than Andy.

Sources close to the couple understand the row at Glastonbury ultimately led to the breakup. One friend of Lou’s said: “They’ve been on the brink for weeks. Lou left Glastonbury early after yet another bust-up. It got so bad that she decided to leave – it was quite a major milestone. It was supposed to be a happy weekend away, but it instead it was awful.”

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Lou, a make-up artist, is thought to be “very upset” over how the split has “played out” and the “arguments” between them had been “especially difficult” for her. Andy has reportedly tried to reconcile but it is believed Lou is not interested in this.

“She left without him because she could take no more… But in the end it was how things were between them: they’d argue, make up, argue again – one of those relationships,” Lou’s friend told Mail Online.

But sharing a screenshot of what she suggested was misinformation in the media on her Instagram Stories yesterday, mum-of-one Lou told her 5.7 million followers: “My friends love Andy.”

Earlier this week, it appeared Andy was no longer following Lou on Instagram and insiders claimed the former Liverpool and England striker had blocked his girlfriend of one year on the platform.

But an insider previously revealed to the media: “It was Lou who ended her relationship with Andy, she walked away a few days ago, it was very much her choice to end their romance.” They stated that she isn’t interested in “pointing the finger” or “blaming” Andy, and had hoped to handle their split privately.

Beat the back-to-school nerves with these top-rated toys that are fun, calming, and perfect for helping kids feel relaxed and ready a new term

The back-to-school season is nearly upon us, and along with thinking about school uniforms and accessories, it’s worth thinking about mindful toys and games that can help your kids calm down during stressful situations.

Anxiety among kids and young adults is on the rise, not only during term time but also throughout school holidays, when the lack of routine can leave many feeling unsettled.

Therapeutic games and calming activities are a fun and gentle way to help kids feel more in control and do more than just keep little hands busy. Not only do they help calm little ones down, but they also distract their eyes and minds from screens.From educational books to distracting fidget toys and anxiety-reducing plushies, we’ve rounded up all the games you need starting from £5.

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This portable silicone sensory board helps kids develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and focus through fun play. Easy to clean, safe, and screen-free, it’s a calming, creative activity that’s perfect for travel or quiet moments.

These are perfect for children who are feeling overwhelmed, as using a fidget toy can help focus their attention and energy. They’re pocket-sized, making them easy to carry and the perfect portable toy for school or on-the-go moments. They can help reduce stress and anxiety while boosting focus, which makes them great for both kids and adults.

If you’ve got a child nervous to start or head back to school in September, this adorable, fluffy monster toy can act as a little buddy to pop inside their backpack for some courage.

This handy book from Mrs. Wordsmith helps kids express themselves and build emotional intelligence while being engaging and educational. Each day, a new illustrated feeling is revealed to spark conversations about emotions, while the back of each page features thoughtful prompts, stories, and activities.

Emma Madden, Headteacher at Fox Primary School says: “A fantastically fun way to develop phonic knowledge. The audio tracks ensure correct pronunciation, while the tiered decks allow differentiated instruction.”

This interactive world globe helps kids learn through fun facts, games, and videos, making education both exciting and engaging. The playful characters and hands-on activities also provide a soothing distraction for children with anxiety, helping them focus and relax while they explore.

These affordable mindfulness cards from Amazon teach kids calming exercises, breathing techniques, and sensory activities to help them focus and relax. Perfect for use at home or on the go, they offer a fun, portable way to reduce anxiety and encourage a sense of calm.

The Bezos Family Foundation announced the news, revealing she passed away peacefully at her Miami home on Thursday August 14 and Jeff has now shared a heartbreaking tribute

Jeff Bezos is mourning the loss of his mother, Jacklyn “Jackie” Bezos, who has died at the age of 78.

Taking to Instagram he wrote: “Her adulthood started a little bit early when she became my mom at the tender age of 17. That couldn’t have been easy, but she made it all work. She pounced on the job of loving me with ferocity, brought my amazing dad onto the team a few years later, and then added my sister and brother to her list of people to love, guard, and nourish. For the rest of her life, that list of people to love never stopped growing. She always gave so much more than she ever asked for.

“After a long fight with Lewy Body Dementia, she passed away today, surrounded by so many of us who loved her — her kids, grandkids, and my dad. I know she felt our love in those final moments. We were all so lucky to be in her life. I hold her safe in my heart forever.”

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Taylor Swift made her first appearance on partner Travis Kelce’s New Heights podcast and whipped fans into a frenzy as she gave fans an insight into her personal life

Taylor Swift has laid bare her Love Story as she dropped details of her hotly anticipated new album in a ­podcast chat with her boyfriend. The Bad Blood star whipped fans into a frenzy this week when she talked about her upcoming record, The Life of a Showgirl, on her NFL boyfriend Travis Kelce’s show.

The loved-up couple gave their first joint interview, sharing intimate details of their life from how they got together and their first date to baking sourdough. The move was an unexpected one by Taylor, 35, who usually channels her private life through her music.

Two years ago, Travis used his New Heights podcast to declare his interest in Taylor, and the singer said the Kansas City Chiefs star’s “wild, romantic” gesture won her over. “This kind of felt more like I was in an 80s John Hughes movie and he was just like standing outside of my window with a boombox, just being like, I want to date you,” she said.

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“I was like, if this guy isn’t crazy, which is a big if, this is sort of what I have been writing songs about wanting to happen to me since I was a teenager.”

Proud Travis, 35, declared his love for her throughout the two-hour chat with his brother, Jason. He could not contain his ­excitement when she announced on the show her 12th studio album, which is out on October 3.

Unveiling the artwork, Taylor is seen submerged in a bath while dressed in a bejewelled ensemble in the style of famous Las Vegas performers. Discussing how Taylor’s record-breaking Eras tour, when she performed 149 shows in 51 cities, inspired the record, Travis said: “She was literally living the life of a showgirl.”

Writing the 12-track album on her days off between shows in Europe, Taylor said: “I would do like three shows in a row. I would have three days off. I would fly to Sweden, go back to the tour, and working on this, I was physically exhausted at this point, but I was so mentally stimulated and so excited to be creating.”

She revealed the record is about the life beyond the show. “I’d say it is everything that was going on behind the curtain,” she teased. “I’m so proud of it. It just comes from the most infectiously joyful wild dramatic place I was in my life. The effervescence has come through on this record.”

As one of the few people who have had a sneak listen, Travis said it was a departure from her last hit, The Tortured Poets Society, which reached 1.76billion streams.

“They are all 12 bangers,” he enthused. “It is a lot more upbeat and it is a lot more like fun, pop, like excitement. And I think it is a complete 180 from a lot of the songs on Tortured Poets, for sure.”

“Oh, yeah, life is more upbeat,” agreed Taylor, who promised “melodies that were so infectious that you are angry” at them and “crisp, focused and intentional” lyrics. She has worked again with collaborators Max Martin and Shellback, who she teamed up with on albums Red, Reputation and 1989 and songs Shake It Off and Are You Ready?

Taylor had been dropping hints for months about the record, including orange signs and ­numerical references. Fans had even rumbled her duet with Sabrina Carpenter on the album’s title track after the pair posted matching coffee cup stains.

Now they are busy trying to decipher other songs, including ­speculation that Ruin the Friendship could be inspired by a rumoured fallout between her and actress Blake Lively.

The star got emotional when she opened up about buying back the rights to her first six albums, which she did in May, ending a ­long-running battle over the ownership of her music.

“I want this because it was my ­handwritten diary entries from my entire life,” she said. As the world gets ready to go wild again for Taylor, she has been enjoying a slower pace of life doing wholesome activities.

“I would say all my hobbies could be categorised as hobbies you could have had in the 1700s,” she laughed. “I get all my granny s***. I like to sew. I specialise, as you know, in children’s purses and baby blankets. I make two things. I love to paint. I love to cook. I’ve a different baking obsession every six months.

“Right now, we are very deep in a ­sourdough obsession that has taken over my life. I am really talking about bread 60 per cent of the time now. I love making pop music and pop tarts.”

Strictly pro Nadiya Bychkova shared earlier this week that she had ended up in hospital amid rehearsals for the BBC show’s return and she’s since issued an update to fans

Professional dancer Nadiya Bychkova has shared an update after ending up in hospital amid Strictly Come Dancing rehearsals. She previously revealed that she had landed on her back in a fall during a training session this week.

It was announced on Tuesday that Nadiya, 35, had been in rehearsals in London for the new series of the BBC show that afternoon when she injured herself. Then, yesterday, she told fans that she’d got “the all-clear” at hospital and assured that she will be back on the dancefloor “soon”.

The pro has now issued another update ahead of returning to rehearsals for the show, which is expected to launch next month. It comes after a Strictly Come Dancing star pulls out of show as he makes career announcement.

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Nadiya took to Instagram this evening with a message for her followers on the platform. She expressed gratitude for the support she’s received this week and revealed in the post that she will be back on the dancefloor tomorrow.

She wrote: “Hi everyone! I’ve had so many kind messages over the past 48 hours – thank you for your love and support. So many questions too so I just wanted to let you know that I had another scan today – just to check things over – and some more physio from the Strictly team and I’ll be back on that dancefloor tomorrow.”

Nadiya concluded by saying that she’s looking forward to the new series. She wrote in her statement earlier: “I feel a lot more like myself today, can’t wait to be back with my [Strictly] family and looking forward for the new series.”

Earlier this week, a source revealed to the Mirror that Nadiya had injured herself during rehearsals. They said: “It looked pretty nasty and no-one was taking any chances. The Strictly crew rushed into action and she was stretchered out.”

A source close to Strictly said: “As a precaution, following a fall during rehearsals, Nadiya was taken to hospital for checks and is receiving full support from medical and welfare teams. Rehearsals continue and the Strictly team are in close contact with Nadiya.”

The following day, Nadiya shared details about the incident. Alongside a photo of herself lying in a hospital bed, she wrote yesterday: “Well… where do I start? What a 24 hours! Thank you so much for all the messages, love and support.

“I just wanted you to know that I am ok. I had a fall in training yesterday and landed on my back. I was really worried for a while and I was so thankful to the Strictly family and medical team who really looked after me. The staff at the hospital were so kind and caring.”

She added: “I’m smiling in the picture but it was really scary and there were a few tears as I had to lie still for hours but I was given the all-clear after an x-ray and allowed to go home.”

Nadiya then told her followers: “I’ve got some physio today but I will be back on that dance floor soon and I’ll be ready to shine and sparkle in the new series of the biggest show on TV. I can’t wait for you to see it. Keep dancing!”

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Katie Price and Peter Andre have been locked in a bitter war of words this week after the Mysterious Girl hitmaker released a statement explaining he had his two children with Katie living with him ‘for their safety’

Former couple Katie Price and Peter Andre are at war once again but it’s not the first time the exes have clashed – with Peter’s new wife Emily Andre even being dragged into things in 2022.

Peter made a rare comment about his former spouse in a blistering Instagram update this evening, claiming that their two children, Junior and Princess Andre, have been in his care since 2018 “for their safety” as he publicly rejected Katie’s call for a truce.

Katie quickly retaliated, with her representatives telling the Mirror that the mum-of-five “will no longer be gaslighted and bullied as she once was” and that the matter is “now in her lawyers hands.

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Back in 2022, Katie took aim at Emily, who shares three children with Peter. She shared a magazine cover featuring Emily on her Instagram Stories, branding her ex’s new wife a “disgusting person”.

“My mouth has been shut for so long but I’ve had enough of people selling stories on me and particularly this so called woman @dr_emily_official,” Katie began in the deleted Instagram Story.

“Always said I don’t want to be famous yet doesn’t do too bad to stay away from media and TV and now trying to make a career out of it. So cringe she has used my children to make money in photo shoots yet covers her own children’s faces up!”.

Katie, who was writing one year on from her drug-drive crash, then accused the doctor of “being jealous” of the relationship she has with her eldest daughter. “She claims to be a doctor who clearly doesn’t have a clue about mental health,” the mum-of-five continued in the post.

“Oh and stopped my daughter from visiting me at The Priory when she wanted to see her mum. She is so jealous of my relationship I have with Princess and puts me down. Emily you are not and never will be my kids’ parent so mind your own business, your so two faced and definitely not the person you portray to the public. I think your a disgusting person so stop trying to interfere in my life.”

Peter, 52, and Katie, 47, welcomed their first child into the world back in June 2005, when Katie gave birth to her second son – Junior Andre. Before splitting in 2009, the former couple also welcomed daughter Princess Tiaamii Andre into the world on 29 June 2007.

Peter found love again with then medical student Emily MacDonagh – marrying on 11 July 2015 near Exeter at Mamhead House. The happy couple share three children together, Ameila, Theodore James, and Arabella Rose.

Peter’s statement shared in Instagram tonight reads: “For sixteen years, I have stayed silent in the face of repeated lies from my ex-wife and her family, out of respect for my children and loved ones, but staying silent has been incredibly frustrating. That ends today.

“The latest comments about my children’s welfare and living arrangements compel me to set the record straight. For well-documented reasons, and for their safety, Junior and Princess came into my care in 2018 and remained with me until they reached adulthood. In 2019, the family courts issued a legally binding order to enforce this arrangement. I have never made this public before, out of respect for my children.

“In 2011 and 2015, publicly documented court cases, found my ex-wife had made false claims. She was ordered to pay substantial damages and legal costs, and to apologise, to me and my management. The same falsehoods are being repeated today. Unfortunately, there are many more lies and baseless accusations I have yet to address. Those will now be dealt with in the coming months.”