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Singer Jessie J has updated fans on her health after being rushed to hospital with an infection and fluid on her lungs, weeks after breast cancer surgery

Jessie J has spoken candidly about her ongoing health struggles following recent surgery for breast cancer and a hospital stay for an infection and fluid on her lungs.

The 37‑year‑old singer revealed on Instagram that she finally has a diagnosis, joking: “Apparently it’s called… Dramatic? I think that’s the spelling. My symptoms are the same and no idea what’s wrong yet. But my sarcasm and sense of humour are holding on.”

Filming herself for what she called her first “real‑time” update since her operation, Jessie admitted: “I think people think I’m hanging on by a thread… which in some moments has felt that way.” It comes after Sir Rod Stewart was slammed for a ‘tacky’ and ‘out of touch’ AI tribute to Ozzy Osbourne.

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“Like two or three days ago when I woke up and I couldn’t breathe. I still have pain in my chest when I breathe, but it’s not as bad”, Jessie said.

She added that her symptoms are minimal now and quipped she hopes it’s just a “viral p**s take”.

The singer explained she’s “feeling a lot stronger” but believes a weakened immune system may be behind her latest setback.

She’s focused on rest, thanking her “hero” mum and friends for stepping in to help with her two‑year‑old son Sky. “I’m very grateful for my little gang”, she said.

Earlier this week, Jessie revealed she’d been readmitted to the same ward she stayed in after her surgery.

“I had and still have symptoms that pointed towards a blood clot on the lung. IT IS NOT A BLOOD CLOT THANK GOD”, she told fans.

“Tests showed I have an infection (still trying to figure out what) and a little fluid on my lungs. Finding it hard to breathe in, but I discharged myself last night – I hate being in hospital – and will continue the investigation as an outpatient”.

Calling recovery “the most mentally challenging time” she’s faced, Jessie said: “Especially as a mum with a toddler and being unable to be the mother I usually am.

” Changing my career plans this year has been frustrating… but it’s life. Getting the all‑clear was incredible, but it didn’t make recovery easier physically. “

She admitted she’s been forced to” slow tf down “- a challenge for her self‑described” ADHD Ariest fire‑breathing dragon T‑Rex “personality.

” My body and immune system said ‘ sit down d***head, ‘ “she laughed”. I love moving and working but I can’t right now… I’m finding the strength in knowing everything can be adjusted to align with a slower pace. “

Reflecting on her journey, Jessie said she went into” survival mode “after her diagnosis and didn’t have time to process it until now.

” I’m currently experiencing some delayed sadness and frustration, “she admitted.

” A little disappointed in myself I didn’t say goodbye to my old boob enough. Sounds silly but that’s where I’m at. I was just being strong. Now I’m letting myself be angry and sad and all the things… just for a few days. “

She ended on a note of determination:” Then I will sew some padding in a bra to even them out, order some t‑shirts and crack tf on. “

If you have been affected by this story, advice and support can be found at Breast Cancer Support.

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Love Island star Ellie Brown, who previously dated Charlie Brake and Michael Griffiths, got engaged to a reported basketball player last week

Love Island star Ellie Brown recently announced her engagement to her mystery partner. The TV personality rose to fame on season four of the ITV2 programme and fell for London socialite Charlie Brake, with the two attempting to continue their romance in the real world before they split up.

She went on to date Love Island’s Michael Griffiths, who is best known for the 2019 series. They connected after starring on Ex On The Beach but the two had a rocky romance and rekindled their relationship before parting ways for good. In 2021, she was even spotted with England footballer Jack Grealish.

Ellie finally found The One and announced her shock engagement with fans on social media last week. “My most confident YES,” she wrote. It comes after Taylor Swift sparked engagement rumours as fans spotted Travis Kelce’s lock screen.

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Ellie and her fiancé enjoyed a romantic boat ride in Chicago, where he dropped down on one knee to propose to her. He was seen rocking blue jeans and a brown over shirt for the occasion while Ellie kept it summery in a crochet form-fitting dress.

She also shared a snap of the letter he wrote for the proposal as well as a snap of the gorgeous engagement ring. Although the star posted many snaps of the two together, she didn’t tag him or include him in a joint post.

Her friends were quick to congratulate the star and her mystery man on the engagement, with Kaz Crossley writing: “Still crying, she’s a FIANCÉE. soooo beautiful love you so much”.

Joanna Chimonides wrote: “Congratulations my angel!!!”! and Molly-Mae Hague added: “Omg!!!! Congratulations girly!!!! “!

TOWIE and Geordie Shore icon Sophie Kasaei said: “I’m screaming from the rooftops!!!! My little ell I’m so happy for you !!! Congratulations.”

Molly Smith, Yewande Biala, Amber Davies, Hayley Hughes, Jess Harding and Francesca Allen also commented on the post.

Although she hasn’t named her fiancé, it has been revealed that her husband-to-be is Chicagoan basketball player, Devon Daniels.

One user, presumed to be his mother, was seen in the comment section writing: “Welcome to the family! I couldn’t have asked for a better daughter-in-law! Love you”! Ellie also follows that account.

Devon also follows Ellie’s mum on his Instagram page but only shares snaps of his basketball games. The tattoo on his hand seen on Ellie’s engagement post also matches the ones shared on his page.

The Mirror have reached out to Ellie’s reps for comment.

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The real Annabelle doll that inspired The Conjuring films has a famous new owner – just weeks after its previous handler died in mysterious circumstances

US comedian Matt Rife has confirmed he is the new ‘legal guardian’ of the Annabelle doll that is said to be cursed and inspired The Conjuring movie franchise and its subsequent Annabelle spin-off films.

The 29-year-old took to Instagram to share the news, after admitting he is “obsessed with the paranormal and all things haunted” and that The Conjuring films films are his “favourite scary movies of all time”.

It comes just weeks after the Annabelle doll’s previous caretaker – paranormal investigator Dan Rivera – mysteriously died as he took it on tour round America. The 54-year-old was found dead in his hotel room in Pennsylvania on July 13. A post-mortem is yet to reveal his cause of death.

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Writing on social media, Matt shared a photo with the infamous Raggedy Ann doll, best known to modern horror fans by her more menacing fictionalised form in The Conjuring films. She is supposedly haunted by the spirit of a deceased six-year-old girl who others have claimed has the ability to move around – and even inflict “psychic slashes” on horrified house guests.

For decades, the allegedly fearsome red-haired doll was owned by Ed and Lorraine Warren, the husband and wife duo famed for delving into some of the most chilling paranormal cases ever recorded, from the Amityville haunting to the Enfield poltergeist.

It was kept in a glass case bearing the warning ‘ positively do not open’, and from an early age young members of the Warren family were taught that Annabelle was not a toy. She is even said to have caused a car crash involving one of the family members.

Ed and Lorraine are now deceased and their home and their Occult Museum in Monroe, Connecticut, was put up for sale. Matt has now bought both and will Annabelle’s guardian for at least the next five years.

Alongside the photo with the doll, he posted: “INSANE ANNOUNCEMENT. I have officially purchased Ed and Lorraine Warren’s home and Occult Museum, including being the legal guardian for at least the next 5 years, of the entire haunted collection including THE ANNABELLE DOLL, with my good friend @eltoncastee! !

” If you know me, you know I’m obsessed with the paranormal and all things haunted. You also may know The Conjuring films are my favourite scary movies of all time. So I’m incredibly honoured to have taken over one of the most prominent properties in paranormal history.

“Ed and Lorain Warren arguably put demonology and paranormal into the mainstream and are the very heart of some of the most famous haunted stories of all time, The Conjuring House, Amityville Horror, etc…”

Sharing his plans for the future – which may delight horror fans eager to meet the real Annabelle doll in person – he added: “We plan to open the house for overnight stays and museum tours so you yourself can experience and learn all the haunted history surrounding this amazing place”.

But some fans issued warnings to Annabelle’s new owners, with one writing: “This isn’t just a fun fascination guys, this is a literal spiritual agreement with darkness. Demons aren’t collectibles. They don’t care if you believe in them or not — the fact is, they’re real, and they’re dangerous”.

Another commented: “Oh boyyyy. Didn’t someone just die for taking that Annabelle doll on tour or something??”? A third chillingly said: “RIP buddy. It’s been nice knowing ya”. A fourth warned: “Be careful please!”! And a fifth added: “DON’T TOUCH ANYTHING!! PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF GOD DON’T TOUCH ANYTHING! “!

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As Skims continues to amass over 26k 5-star reviews, shoppers are raving that they are ‘ switching out all other underwear for Skims’, and right now, shoppers can save as the retailer launches a massive deal

Since the brand’s launch in 2018, shoppers have gone wild for their super inclusive and comfortable shapewear, underwear and clothing. In case you need any further proof of the brand’s loyal customers, the newly released Skims Face Wrap sold out in under 24 hours.

But the Fits Everybody line has quite the cult following, as one shopper even says: “I’ll be switching out all of my other underwear for Skims. So much care and attention has been put into this. It’s Amazing”.

And replacing all of your knickers couldn’t be more affordable right now, as Skims is offering shoppers the chance to buy three pieces for £42, covering a wide range of briefs, thongs and boyshorts, this deal provides the chance to essentially pick up two pairs of underwear for free.

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It’s not just Kim who is obsessed with the brand’s undergarments, as plenty of praise comes from those without a bias. For instance, this pair of Full Briefs from the Fits Everybody collection (retailing for £22) has gained over 1.6k reviews, with the majority bestowing 5 out of 5 stars.

One thrilled buyer beams: “Purchased while on sale to try the Skims experience and I love them! So soft and comfortable it feels like I’m not wearing anything”.

Another satisfied shopper says: “Hits at the PERFECT spot on the hips for high waisted pants or dresses. So comfortable”.

And another chimes in: “These pants are so comfortable that they are like a second skin. No VPL and no riding up. I have started a collection”.

The Full Briefs come in a wide range of versatile and fun colours, from your everyday black to a new, limited-edition leopard print, and are available in sizes XXS to 4XL. Touted as the perfect everyday panty, these briefs boast a super-soft, stretchy feel and flattering full coverage fit. Plus, they feature a no-cut design that prevents digging and leaves a seamless appearance under clothing, so you can wave goodbye to that pesky visible panty line. These pants would normally sell for £22 but are currently included in the 3 for £42 deal, meaning you can get one whole pair for free.

Elsewhere in this offer is the Fits Everybody Thong (£20), which is available in a similarly vast range of shades and the same sizes XXS to 4XL. Promised to be the best thong in your top drawer, this thong is sure to be an essential in any underwear collection as it’s made to provide ultimate comfort. Made from Skims ‘ signature buttery-soft, stretchy fabric, these pants mould to your body and have a second-skin design that prevents digging or visible lines through clothing. Also part of the 3 for £42 deal, shoppers can once again get their third pair for free.

One 5-star rater who adores this thong writes: “So soft. So comfortable. So stretchy. Won’t Bother buying any other brand now. Love the multibuy deal. Need more”!

And another buyer shares the same sentiments, penning: “These are seriously the most comfortable well-made undergarment I’ve ever had. The quality is exceptional and I feel it’s a very fair price”.

A third viral sensation is these Fits Everybody Lace Boy Shorts, which are one of the more expensive options with a price tag of £26. Available in two colours, these shorts have been touted for their buttery-soft material. These mid-rise boy shorts come equipped with a feminine stretchy lace trim detail along the leg openings, adding a romantic flourish to a simplistic and comfortable design. Also coming in sizes XXS to 4XL, these boy shorts have been a hit with Skims fans.

One shopper bestowed 5-stars, enthusing: “This was the first FE panty I tried and since then, I’ve been hooked! It runs big so I repurchased in a smaller size (got a L and then a M). Kept both, love both. The M is just a more secure fit. It feels like I’m wearing nothing at all. My fav fav fav and moved in from VS for good after being with them for years”.

A further reviewer shares their thoughts, beaming: “So comfy and soooo soft. My fav pair to sleep in”!

These shorts retail for £26 and are also available in the 3 for £42 offer, meaning customers can currently get nearly two pairs for a massively reduced rate.

A royal commentator has explained why the Duchess of Sussex will not be able to change the public’s opinion of her, like Queen Camilla did decades ago

Meghan Markle will never win over the public in the same way Queen Camilla did in the past, a royal expert has claimed.

The Duchess of Sussex has suffered from a low favourability rating among the UK public since she and Prince Harry quit royal life in 2020. But she is not the only royal who has battled with the public’s opinion, as Camilla also faced a wave of public scrutiny when she began publicly dating King Charles.

The key difference in the major royals though, is that Queen Camilla has managed to turn around her public image after decades of work to win back even her harshest critics. It comes after Prince Harry’s devastating loss in royal rift was exposed as Meghan ‘holds the cards’.

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As the Queen has started stepping up her public appearances and her support of King Charles through his cancer journey, her public image has greatly changed, earning her more royal supporters than ever before.

This wasn’t always the case though, as Camilla was seen in the eyes of many as “the other woman” after her on-off relationship with King Charles while he was still married to Princess Diana.

While Camilla has managed to improve her image, some royal commentators have wondered whether the same public rehabilitation would be possible for Meghan Markle. However, one royal expert believes one major difference between the two women explains why Meghan will never win the public back.

Speaking candidly on the podcast Kinsey Schofield Unfiltered last year, expert Robert Jobson said that Camilla managed to change public perception as she never commented on the hate she has received, whereas Meghan has repeatedly spoken about it.

Jobson said: “Through all of the bad times she had,]Camilla] never said a word. She never spoke publicly about anything. That’s what’s likeable about her. She’s a very likeable person. She’s got a great character and she’s not looking for anybody to like her..”.

He continued: “If Meghan spends her life worrying about whether she’s liked or not invariably]she’ll] end up disappointed because some people like you and some people don’t, that’s just the way it is.

” So can she turn herself around, Meghan in the UK? I doubt it, I doubt it. “

Jobson also said that Camilla’s loyalty and willingness to take on more royal responsibilities in recent years, without ever complaining about it, would have hugely contributed to her growing popularity.