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Greta Thunberg’s younger sister Beata Ernman is pursuing a career in the arts and, ditching her famous surname, is trying to carve her own path away from her activist sibling

Greta Thunberg and her loved ones are in the spotlight currently thanks to the Swedish activist’s recent bid to enter Gaza and provide humanitarian aid to Palestinians. The 22-year-old said on Tuesday that the Israeli regime kidnapped her and others aboard the Gaza-bound Madleen aid ship in international waters.

After being forcibly taken to Israel before being deported, Greta landed in France where she answered a few questions about her detainment to reporters waiting for her at the airport. The award-winning activist described the circumstances of her kidnapping as “quite chaotic and uncertain”.

She added: “But the conditions we faced are absolutely nothing compared to what people are going through in Palestine and especially Gaza right now. This is not the real story. The real story is there is a genocide going on in Gaza and systematic starvation.”

As Greta tends to international matters, her little sister is living quite a different life. As Greta was discussing her kidnapping on Tuesday, her younger sibling Beata Ernman, 19, shared snaps from a photoshoot on her Instagram Stories and promoted her musical releases.

Beata, who Greta once claimed “is the one who suffers” due to her humanitarian work, is seemingly trying to distance herself from her famous sister and carve her own path. Ditching her well-known surname and taking her opera singer mother Malena Ernman’s maiden name instead, Bea is pursuing a career as an actress, singer and model.

But Beata, like her sister, also has a political edge to her work. Discussing her latest single, I Found Your Father’s Gun, the teenage singer told her Instagram followers on Tuesday: “When people objectify girls, they reduce us to body parts — They treat us like multiple girls add up to one man. So in this song, I use their own language against them.

“I objectify him by sexualizing his father, to expose the absurdity, the cruelty, and the double standard, associating him with another man, to flip it, as if 10 men were treated like 1 girl. Beneath the metaphor is something real: Men need to stop taking advantage of girls who are too young to fight back. This song is what it sounds like when we do. When the object speaks. Twice as brutal as the offense itself, right? Right.”

After her milestone speech at the United Nations climate summit made her a household name, Greta – then 16 – told Dagens Nyheter how her “wonderful and strong” sister’s life had been impacted due to her activism.

“The one who suffers is my sister,” Greta told the Swedish news outlet. “She is 13 years old and she has been subjected to systematic bullying, threats and harassment. The people who write threats and hate to me do it to the whole family, even to her.”

“The difference between me and the people who are left at home is that I am always travelling, inaccessible. People don’t know where I am staying, where I sleep at night, where I am. I have no daily life. But for my sister at home, who tries to have a daily life … she is much more reachable.”

Beata has been active on her Instagram page over recent days, sharing several racy snaps with her 10,400 followers, but is yet to publicly comment on sister Greta’s involvement in The Gaza Freedom Flotilla, a humanitarian maritime mission.

The mission, led by the UK-flagged vessel Madleen, was organised by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC) with the aim of breaking the Israeli naval blockade of Gaza and delivering aid. Setting sail from Catania, Sicily, on June 1, the flotilla’s journey was abruptly halted.

In the early hours of Monday morning, Israeli forces intercepted, boarded, and seized the vessel in international waters, preventing its arrival in the Gaza Strip and detaining those onboard.

Among the 12-member crew were European Parliament representative Rima Hassan and environmental activist Greta. According to Hassan, the cargo included baby formula, crutches, nappies, flour, medical kits, and rice.

Frankie Bridge is one of the UK’s most stylish women, and is always serving up major fashion inspiration – and this outfit she recently wore is from River Island

TV personality and fashion favourite Frankie Bridge has once again proven why she’s a go-to for warm-weather style inspiration. In a recent Instagram post, she debuted a look that she hailed as ‘perfect’ for a city break – and best of all, every piece is from high street favourite River Island.

Giving us all the Italian Riviera vibes, Frankie stepped out in River Island’s White A-Line Poplin Midi Skirt, which costs £39. White cotton skirts dominated Instagram in summer 2024, and are very much back for 2025, making it a smart investment for anyone looking to build a capsule warm-weather wardrobe.

With its elasticated hem and classic midi length, the skirt is as comfortable as it is elegant, made from 100% cotton making it ideal for beating the heat. As we’ve learned from influencers over the last 12 months, it really is a versatile summer staple, with Frankie noting: “The skirt can be restyled SO many ways over summer.”

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Elsewhere, New Look has this White Pleated Midi Skirt for £29.99, while Mango’s flared cotton skirt is £45.99, available in white, black or red. At Boden, the Double Cloth Smocked Skirt comes in at £66, but for something more budget friendly, M&S’s Pure Cotton Shirred Midi A-Line Skirt is under £30. But the fact that so many high street retailers are stocking them cements them as a go-to trend for the season.

The 36-year-old paired the skirt with a Black Sleeveless Textured Trim Bandeau Top for £26. The beaded notch detail and side split hem add an elevated twist to the minimalist bandeau cut, which is an insanely sought-after silhouette this year.

Frankie shared her thoughts on the top, saying: “Love the top and the detailing.” She added: “If you’re on a city break then this is the perfect outfit. Stay cool in the heat but still look put together.”

Accessorising the look, she added a Black Mini Raffia Cross Body Tote Bag featuring a front flap with popper fastening, gold branding detail, and a convenient crossbody strap, as well as a pair of Black Toe Thong Wedge Heeled Sandals (£38), ideal for the petite 5’3” presenter with their 12cm heel.

Completing the look with the retailer’s £14 Black Cat Eye Slim Chain Sunglasses, Frankie commented: “I feel very chic in this, it’s a nice little dinner outfit.” And we couldn’t agree more, with both capsule wardrobe staples prime for styling with basically anything you already own.

Frankie isn’t the only ex-Saturdays singer that’s a fan of River Island, though. Rochelle Humes wore the brand’s Blue Seam Detail Balloon Leg Jeans, priced at £49 for an episode of This Morning last month. She told her fans: “There’s a new rule, we didn’t used to wear jeans but we can wear jeans now. This is amazing news to me. So these are River Island, they’re like a nice barrel cut.”

Sarah Cawood was a regular face on our TV screens in the 1990s, but now she’s living a very different life away from the cameras

Sarah Cawood was one of the biggest TV hosts of the ’90s and a key presenter on Top of The Pops. But her life has changed dramatically two decades after her big break.

Sarah’s first major role was in children’s television for Nickelodeon in the ’90s, and just two years later she secured a presenting job on Channel 4’s The Girlie Show alongside Sara Cox. The programme ran for two series and followed a magazine format, featuring interviews, live music and stunts.

The show aired at the late ‘post-pub’ slot of 11pm on Fridays, aiming to be edgier than its competitors and capitalising on the ‘ladette’ culture that defined the decade. She then joined the revamped Live and Kicking programme for its final two years on air.

Her most significant role came when she landed a spot on Top of The Pops. After her stint ended, she went on to present various mini-series and one-offs, including co-commentating the Eurovision semi-finals in 2007, 2009 and 2010.

However, around this time, many of the big presenting opportunities began to dwindle, with Sarah joining Heart East Anglia’s breakfast show team for a year in 2014 before leaving to focus on caring for her children, reports the Daily Record.

In 2022 Sarah was diagnosed with breast cancer – but thankfully she was treated and given the all-clear. Earlier this year, the star opened up about her health struggles on social media, expressing fears about her breast cancer returning.

“This is the reality of anyone who has had any kind of cancer,” she said. “I never struggled with health anxiety before but post-breast cancer it’s all-consuming and it wears me out a bit tbh.

“I have been feeling tired since the new year began and although it’s probably just life-ing, there’s always a niggling worry that it’s back.

“All I can do is carry on doing healthy things, moving my body, practising mindfulness and living each day with gratitude that I got to breathe again this morning.

“So on we go! Batting away those intrusive thoughts and getting on with it. To anyone either going through a cancer diagnosis or anyone who has recovered from cancer and feels like this: I’ve got you, and my inbox is always open.

“And remember, anything that doesn’t feel right: get it checked out. Early detection is key.”

Helen Skelton and Gethin Jones enjoyed a steamy afternoon out at the spa as their relationship heats up. The pair have been friends for years but things recently turned romantic

Helen Skelton’s romance with Gethin Jones has been heating up – as the pair enjoyed a steamy time away. The pair have become close and romance rumours have swirled around the pair.

Gethin brought Helen to a country house spa venue near his home and onlookers were shocked to see the pair so flirty and friendly in front of one another and in a public space. The pair have been friends for years but have got close in recent weeks.

The duo appear together on Morning Live, which airs every weekday morning on BBC One. Whilst their relationship was initially platonic, it soon blossomed and now it seems like the pair aren’t hiding their feelings.

“Gethin and Helen were all over each other. They are clearly super comfortable with each other and it wasn’t just like two friends hanging out,” a source told The Sun of their budding romance and trip to the spa.

“Helen was really laughing and smiling as they spent time together before heading off in the late afternoon.”

Just the other day, Helen discussed her friendships and close personal bonds on Morning Live – including with Gethin. She said to HELLO!: “Michelle [Ackerley] and Gethin [Jones] and I have all been friends for years and years. Gethin and I crossed over a lot at Blue Peter, so we’ve got a lot of the same reference points.

“Michelle and I used to flat share back in London so people say, ‘You’ve got a natural chemistry’, but we have known each other since we were in our twenties, starting out in telly. If you have to go to work and you like what you do and you do it with people that are like an extension of your family, then you’re very lucky and I definitely feel like that at Morning Live.”

The pair have been spotted at various events over the years together but it seems like things are heating up.

“It was very clear that Helen and Gethin were together as a couple at the event. They were with close friends of Helen’s and their connection was undeniable,” a source said of their budding romance.

Helen has remained coy about her relationship but recently, she posted a gushing tribute to Gethin after they completed a very special Comic Relief challenge alongside one another earlier this year.

“I don’t publicly say often enough how much love and respect I have for you my friend because I assume it is well known. But for the record you’re a legend and I am beyond grateful to have you by my side on the rink, the sofa and beyond,” she said, “I can gush.. he doesn’t read beyond one paragraph on an insta post.”

Black Sabbath take to the stage in July and have confirmed rehearsals start this month but Ozzy’s input is not clear

Black Sabbath guitarist and rock icon Tony Iommi has admitted he “doesn’t know what’s going to happen” when Ozzy Osbourne tries to get back on stage next month with the band.

Ozzy and Black Sabbath will headline their final gig on July 5th at Villa Park in Birmingham, as part of an event titled “Back To The Beginning”.

This show will reunite the original band members – Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward – for the first time in 20 years.

The band played its “last” gig in 2017 in Birmingham with Osborne, guitarist Iommi and bassist Butler but without Ward on drums.

But last year Ozzy was not well enough to perform at the band’s Rock’N’Roll Hall Of Fame inauguration in America.

In a new interview ahead of the show Tony admitted he has “excitement mixed with fear” ahead of the show, whilst he also confirmed rehearsals are due to start this month.

He said: “This would be a big, monumental thing if it all comes good. The worrying thing for me is the unknown.

“We don’t know what’s going to happen. Normally, when we’d tour, we’d rehearse and run through the thing for a while, and it’s just us. But with this event there are so many other moving parts.”

He added: “You’re used to Ozzy running around, but he certainly won’t be doing that for this show. I don’t know if he’s going to be standing or sitting on a throne or what.”

Iommi and Ozzy have exchanged setlist wishlists, which will be consolidated in due course when they meet up in person.

Speaking to Music Week, Iommi said: “Once we start playing, then we’ll know we’re doing it.

“It’s always a worry, even when we did tours before, there’s always that build-up, and then it gets to the point that we do it and it’s OK.”

Ozzy, who is suffering from Parkinson’s disease, told last month how he has been having physical therapy and training with a trainer virtually living with him in Los Angeles in a bid to get him fit enough to perform on stage after a catalogue of illnesses.

Ozzy’s wife Sharon said: “Ozzy’s working with his therapist every single day. He’s doing really well, actually. Ozzy’s number one thing in life is his fans, so he’s working hard to be ready for them, to make this show the perfect way to end things.”

Ozzy’s wife also told Music Week(PLS REF) the celebration gig shows how well the band have endured through the years since they formed over 50 years ago. She said: “You’ve got to remember, this is a band that started in the ‘60s – and they’re still here,” marvels the manager. “A lot of the bands who started in the ‘60s are no longer alive, or operating as they used to.”

In May Ozzy admitted he is suffering huge self confidence and stage fright issues ahead of his summer UK farewell show – but has vowed “to give 120 percent”.

Speaking on his own radio show in America he said: “My head’s crazy. ADHD – I have that badly.

“I will have done the show and died a death before I even started my exercises. So I try and put it on the back burner.

“I’m not going up there saying ‘It’s going to be great. I’m really confident.’ “In my head I will have died on my ass. I remember being in f***ing Vegas one time being in the dressing room going, ‘I’m going to play. I’m going to die.’

“And I talked myself into blowing the gig. It was only two f***ing songs.

“Sharon goes, ‘just don’t think about it.’

“But all I can say is I’m giving 120%. If my God wants me to do the show. I’ll do it. Sometimes if I start obsessing on the time, I’ll be insane by Friday. So I’m just taking it one day at a time.”

* Fans will be able to live stream the Back To The Beginning sold out concert. Details at www.backtothebeginning.com.