Mourinho ready to park Chelsea affection for return with Benfica

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Jose Mourinho, the former Chelsea manager, said he “will always be a Blue” but that he is ready to park his loyalty to the team that “helped me become a bigger Jose” for 90 minutes.

On Tuesday, he travels to Stamford Bridge along with his new team, Benfica, in the Champions League.

In Mourinho’s two years in charge, Chelsea won seven major titles, including the Premier League on three occasions, the FA Cup, and three League Cups.

Mourinho, 62, previously held positions in the Premier League at Tottenham and Manchester United, and he took over the Turkish side Fenerbahce this year after being fired in August before making his first appearance at his former club Benfica this month.

At Benfica, the club he joined as a manager in 2000, he has won two games and drawn one of his first three games.

When asked about his relationship with Chelsea, Mourinho declared, “I will always be a Blue.” I’m a part of their history, they say. They are a part of my past. I assisted them in growing Chelsea, and they also assisted me in growing Jose.

Before the start and after the game, Chelsea will be my Chelsea, but my Benfica will be my opponent during the game, which is irrelevant.

Mourinho and Porto won the Champions League in 2004 and Inter Milan the same year.

When Fenerbahce lost 1-0 on aggregate to Benfica in the play-off round to qualify for the Champions League in August, he was appointed as manager.

However, in their first league game, Mourinho replaced Bruno Lage after losing to Azerbaijani side Qarabag, who had previously won the title.

Mourinho, whose professional career included stints at Real Madrid and Roma, stated that he did not anticipate playing for another club.

After 25 years of coaching, I hoped to return to Portugal through the national team rather than Benfica, and now that I’m back, I have no career plans,” Mourinho said. I don’t try to imagine what might or might not happen.

Giving everything is important. I’m very happy and am currently in Benfica. Even for a man who has spent years playing football, it’s a big responsibility. Benfica is a significant responsibility for many reasons.

Mourinho called Chelsea a “winner machine” after winning the Club World Cup over the summer and the Conference League in May.

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Analysis of Mourinho’s masterclass at the media conference

Nizaar Kinsella, a football reporter

Mourinho, the self-declared “Special One,” quietly addressed the diverse international media, three times as many as the group that welcomed Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca, with a straightforward “Cao.”

Three photos of Mourinho hoisting each of his three Premier League titles are displayed in the room, which is a tribute to Chelsea’s acclaimed managers, along with images of Antonio Conte and Carlo Ancelotti. He joked with Dodi Lukebakio, a charismatic and depressed player, who briefly answered questions prior to the main event.

Jose Mourinho’s return to Chelsea made a special effort at Stamford Bridge, thanks to the efforts of many Chelsea employees.

A masterclass in media conferences was given to them. I’m not a Blue any more, he said when I was asked in Portuguese what the pictures on the wall were. I want to win, but I’m already a Red.

However, he responded, “I will always be a Blue,” when asked a similar question in English. I’m a part of their past. They are a part of my past. I assisted them in growing Chelsea. And they encouraged me to grow bigger Jose. I only speak about the work I have to do tomorrow when I say I’m not a blue.

Despite having stints at Tottenham and Manchester United, those comments also appeared to demonstrate that Mourinho is ready to accept the status of a legend and the home supporters on Tuesday.

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The Simpsons set for new movie after 20 years as fans react to Bart’s ‘promise’

Nearly two decades after the first film, The Simpsons is scheduled for release. Following its successful release in 2007, the iconic animation will once more be shown on television.

The new movie adaptation is scheduled to be released on July 23, 2027, according to a social media announcement. Fans are anticipating a feature adaptation of the long-running Matt Groening-created Fox animated series, despite the lack of plot details.

On their Instagram feed, 20th Century Studios confirmed the news. A pink donut adorned with sprinkles in the shape of the number 2 was shared with Homer Simpson in a picture. “Homer is returning for seconds,” the caption of the photo read.

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On social media, the new film was made known.

One user wrote: “Bart kept his promise on Twitter/X. The new “SIMPSONS” movie is scheduled for July 23, 2027, replacing a Marvel Studios film’s opening day.

Disney’s second animated feature aimed at older audiences is the second Simpsons film.

Fans went into more detail about the meaning of the Instagram announcement, quoting a famous school board scribble. They kept their word and didn’t wait 20 years for a sequel. One user wrote, “They took 19 years and 363 days.

Another phrase, “I will not wait 20 years to make another movie,”

” First movie came out July 27, 2007.2nd one is July 23, 2027. They were THIS close to completing the 20th!

Another person rephrased the phrase “Is it too early for me to mark my calendar,” and another responded, “Mmm, another Simpson movie… Excellent.”

The first film was released after 400 of the well-known yellow family’s 400 television appearances spanned more than 20 years. Critics received mixed reviews of the film despite enthusiastic fans of the show who were quick to praise the result.

The Simpsons family in a scene from the franchise.
Matthew Groening will bring the Simpsons characters back to life in the movies.

Given the anticipation and buzz surrounding The Simpsons Movie, it has to be the most disappointing movie of the year, wrote the Mirror’s critic at the time. “It gets three stars by the skin of its teeth.

They even claimed Homer had predicted the character’s demise at the beginning when she said, “I can’t believe we’re paying to watch something we did on TV for free!” Everyone in the theater is a giant sucker, if you ask me.

Showrunner Matt Selman recently acknowledged that Variety over the summer that “the streaming platforms have helped the series remain popular” with the animation coming back to theaters.

“Now they can watch it all, all day, all forever,” according to the statement from the parents.

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Strictly Come Dancing star Alex Kingston ‘mortified’ over hilarious blunder cut from show

Strictly stars are said to have been “howling with laughter” over an unaired “unintentional innuendo” one of the contestants shared while filming the launch show.

The stars of Strictly Come Dancing are said to have been “howling with laughter” whilst filming the launch over an unaired “unintentional innuendo” from Alex Kingston. Her co-star George Clarke has since recalled the moment.

Alex, 62, who is known for her roles on ER and Doctor Who, is among the contestants on the BBC show this year. She made her debut on the dancefloor in the pre-recorded launch show, which aired two weekends ago after having been filmed in the Strictly studio days prior to its broadcast.

During the episode, Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman introduced the contestants, with the hosts having been seen asking them questions at one point. It’s since been revealed that one interaction with Alex didn’t get broadcast but had “everyone howling with laughter” at the time.

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On a Useless Hotline episode that was released last week, Alex’s co-star George, 25, recalled the incident. The actor claimed to be unintentionally funny on the podcast because of how sweet, lovely, and kind she is, and that’s how he and his co-host Max Balegde put it.

George then stated that not all of Tess and Claudia’s questions to the contestants were included in the launch show’s broadcast date. He claimed that “Alexa was asked one, and she responded very well.” So someone came round before going backstage and said, “That’s good, so we’re gonna get Tess and Claudia to ask a question if you could just kind of lead into that story.”

He continued, “Tess or Claudia later] teed up with, “So you, your family, your friends, they’re big Strictly fans, right? ” How did you explain your initial efforts to them? and [Alex] was the author of the story. But she did it so beautifully.

She responded, “Well, I was actually at my friend’s husband’s birthday, and I know he’s a huge fan, so I thought I would give him a little birthday gift,” so I waited until everyone was asleep before sneaking into his room and telling him I had a secret to share. Then he arrived… We all just wet ourselves, and I could see him getting more and more stiff. And she responded, “No! with fear, fear! “

I can’t even recall what she said next in an effort to save it, George said, “Not helping Alex! “, but it basically doubled down on the bit. And it was hilarious as well. Claudia was wet, just like she once said something in response. She was shocked when she finished it, but it was still good.

A source has told the Mirror: “Alex’s unintentional innuendo had everyone howling with laughter in the studio. She was so shocked when she realised how it sounded.”

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Everyone is eager to see what Alex might do on air now that Strictly’s live every Saturday night, they continued, “Sadly there wasn’t time to do the full story justice in the launch show.” Together, she and Claudia should be “TV gold.”

Strictly Come Dancing airs on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Saturday night at 6 p.m.

Israeli PM Netanyahu apologises to Qatar over Doha attack

A Qatari citizen was killed in a never-before-committed Israeli attack on Hamas leaders in Doha this month, prompting the release of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s apology to Israel.

During their meeting at the White House on Monday, President Trump and Prime Minister of Qatar Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani jointly called the president and prime minister to offer an apology.

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In a statement from the White House, “Prime Minister Netanyahu expressed his deep regret that an Israeli missile strike against Hamas targets in Qatar unintentionally killed a Qatari serviceman.”

He expressed regret and regret that Israel violated Qatar’s sovereignty by attacking Hamas leaders during hostage negotiations. He also reaffirmed that Israel will not launch an attack like this again.

The September 9 attack targeted senior Hamas leaders involved in negotiating a US-backed ceasefire, killing at least five lower-ranking Hamas members and a Qatari security official. The assassination attempt was survived by the top leaders of Hamas.

Apology a “significant” step

Qatar, a key mediator in ceasefire negotiations and host of Al Udeid, the US military’s largest base in the Middle East, was the first Israeli attack against the country.

The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that the call was made “as part of US efforts to address the effects of the Israeli aggression that targeted a residential neighbourhood in Doha city, which included housing for the Hamas negotiating delegation, leading to a flagrant violation of the State of Qatar’s sovereignty.”

The US President’s representative acknowledged the country’s efforts to bring peace to the region, including assurances against recurrence of aggression against the State of Qatar, and the US’s commitment to its defense partnership with Qatar, according to the ministry.

The Israeli Prime Minister apologized for the attack and the violation of Qatari sovereignty that led to Badr Al-Dosari’s martyrdom, and vowed to refrain from further targeting of Qatari territory.

According to Netanyahu’s official X account, he stated in a post to the Qatari prime minister that “Israel regrets that one of your citizens was killed in our strike.” I can assure you that Israel was attacking Hamas, not Qataris.

I have made the president’s assurances that Israel has no intention of violating your sovereignty in the future, and that this assurance is also true.

The prime minister then continued, “Israel has grievances against Qatar, from support for the Muslim Brotherhood to support for anti-Israel sentiment on college campuses.”

Antonio Guterres, the secretary-general of the UN, criticized the strike as a “flagrant violation” of Qatar’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Nearly 60 Muslim nations gathered in Doha to show their support for the attacks.

The White House praised Qatar’s prime minister’s assurances, citing the country’s “deep regret” for its “aggression” against Qatar and highlighted Qatar’s continued commitment to regional stability and security. Prime Minister Netanyahu reaffirmed his desire for the same.

Netanyahu’s alleged apology request was “significant,” according to Sultan Barakat, a professor at Qatar’s Hamad Bin Khalifa University.

Qatar has stated repeatedly to Al Jazeera that it will not be able to continue its mediation efforts without a public apology and confirmation from Netanyahu that he won’t try it again.

Money-saving deal sees dehumidifier that ‘solves damp problem’ plummet to £9.56

This “effective” dehumidifier has received rave reviews from hundreds of customers as a “cost-effective” solution for reducing humidity and condensation, and a money-saving deal makes it even more affordable.

Condensation on windows and walls can cause mold growth, dampness, and damage to homes in cold weather. Although this issue can get worse in the fall and winter, shoppers have discovered a “brilliant and cost-effective” dehumidifier that addresses the issue without any reservations.

At full price of 25 pounds, Dunelm’s 1L dehumidifier has been hailed as an “excellent investment,” but a clever deal allows customers to purchase one for less than £10. First-time users of the money-savings website TopCashback will receive cashback and £15 that will be credited to their account.

After cashback, this effectively reduces the cost of the dehumidifier from £9.78 for existing customers to £9.56 for new Dunelm customers. All customers have to do is click this link to sign up for Dunelm, conduct a search, and make a dehumidifier purchase from the website. Within a week, the account will receive all funds.

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As evidenced by the hundreds of top reviews on the Dunelm website, spending less than £10 on home protection is a wise decision for many this winter. According to YorkshireLive, the dehumidifier has been praised for being “cheap to run,” with one user claiming it costs “5 pence for 12 hours.”

Its small size allows for effective use. The dehumidifier can fit into any small room in the house thanks to its compact design, whether it’s a damp bathroom or a dry room for clothes.

One pleased customer described the Dunelm dehumidifier as having completely solved their damp issue. It costs significantly less than any other options I’ve seen. Although there have been much larger ones in the past that move a lot more air, the majority of people would find this to be sufficient in a room with washing machine drying or with a mold issue in the winter. It only costs a few pence per day to keep it running all the time.

Another customer praised the device’s performance, calling it a “very effective dehumidifier.” Although our house is a relatively dry place, this device has sucked up a lot of water. The soft hum in a bedroom is nice, and I love the various colors you can choose.

The dehumidifier has a nightlight feature that functions as a dehumidifier, removable filters, and easy maintenance. A third customer expressed their approval by saying, “This is great! It stops condensation from mold forming in the kitchen, which is amazing. Good value as well. I’d definitely buy it again.

Not everyone who purchased the product was blown away. One person expressed disappointment, noting that she performed poorly. Would return, but there is “nothing wrong” with it technically.

The 1L Compact Dehumidifier from Lakeland, which costs £34.99 and features a variety of light settings and is praised for its low electricity usage, is another option.

The Pro Breeze OmniDry 12 Dehumidifier, which is currently discounted to £149.99 at Debenhams, might be better suited for larger spaces.

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Trump says ‘beyond very close’ to ending war in Gaza

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After meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House, US President Donald Trump declares that “we’re beyond very close” to ending the conflict in Gaza.

At a press conference with Netanyahu by his side, he described Monday as a “historic day for peace.”

Netanyahu praised Trump, saying, “I support your plan to end the war in Gaza, which accomplishes our war objectives.”

Trump claimed he was “hearing that Hamas wants to get this done too” despite not immediately proving whether Hamas leaders had endorsed the plan.

Trump continued, “everyone else has accepted it,” adding that “as you know, Bibi, you’d have our full backing to do what you would have to do” if Hamas refused to abide by the plan.

Trump claimed that “Prime Minister Netanyahu was very open about his opposition to a Palestinian state,” adding that “although I respect and understand his position on a number of things, what he’s doing today is so beneficial for Israel.”

He noted that a number of allies have “foolishly recognized the Palestinian state,” but he believes they are doing it because they are sick of what is happening.

The White House stated in its 20-point plan that the US would start a dialogue with Israel and Palestine and that all Israeli prisoners would be released within 72 hours of Israel’s acceptance of the release.

If both parties reach an agreement, the conflict “will end right away.”

No one will be forced to leave the strip, according to the White House, and Israel won’t occupy or annex it.

A Palestinian release on Monday from the White House on Monday also calls for the end of the Israeli-Hamas militants’ hostage-taking operation and the return of all hostages, both alive and dead, within 72 hours of Israel’s announcement to make a peace plan for Gaza.

Israeli forces will end their operations in accordance with agreed-upon guidelines for the captor’s release. According to the plan, Israel will release 250 Palestinians serving life sentences and 1,700 Gazans detained after the start of the war on October 7, 2023 once all of them are freed.