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Liam and Noel Gallagher have been delighting fans in Cardiff and Manchester on their current Oasis Live ’25 Tour – and fans have noticed Vernon Kay in the crowds more than once

Vernon Kay has hit back at fans who have questioned how he got so many tickets for the current Oasis tour. The 51-year-old model and TV host, who is married to Strictly Come Dancing star Tess Daly, has been following the Gallagher brothers like a shadow after they kicked off their 41 date tour this month.

Liam, 52, and Noel, 58, launched their Oasis Live ’25 Tour in Cardiff on 4 July where they performed two night and are now in the midst of a five night run at Manchester’s Heaton Park. Former T4 host Vernon was among the crowd at Principality Stadium to watch Oasis perform in Wales.

And this weekend, he shared video clips of himself enjoying the group again – this time from Heaton Park in Manchester. The fact that he has appeared at two points on the same has left some music fans perplexed.

Following their gig on Friday, Vernon shared footage of himself watching the boys on stage while he sang along in the 80,000 strong audience. He shared the footage on his main Instagram grid, writing: “Manchester! Day1. @oasis The excellence continues! Bravo!!” along with a flame emoji.

But one baffled fan responded, writing: “How did Vernon get so many tickets? Cardiff now Manchester!” However, the mystery was anything but – as Vernon swiftly answered the question himself, writing in reply: “Paid for them!!”

Vernon, who has been the mid-morning host on BBC Radio 2 since May 2023, has been working for the BBC at Heaton park too. He interviewed support act Cast ahead of the weekend shows.

By all rights, the new Oasis tour has been a smash hit among fans and critics. The tour sees Liam and Noel belt out 23 hit songs – with crowds lapping up the banter, vocals, and staging.

The Mirror’s Showbiz Editor Mark Jefferies attended one of Oasis’s first two Heaton Park gigs and was blown away by the performance – as well as the friendly relations between the lead singers. He recounts: “On Saturday night at the end of the show the brothers hugged and then Noel pointed over to his brother in a clear show of admiration and to tell the crowd just how much he loved Liam’s performance. It was a shocking sight, the total opposite of their old rows on stage.”

Having managed to attend three of the first four gigs, Mark adds: “Would I like more stage interaction? Of course. And some of the lines on stage are now pre-planned which doesn’t feel very Oasis. But the Gallaghers have grown up, and like their mature fans who can only manage to jump up and down for the odd song in three these days, this style of set is what they need to make things work.”

The Mirror’s Daniel Bird also attended one of the Manchester dates, revealing: “Walking out at Heaton Park, you could never have imagined that there was once a feud between the two siblings. Putting on a united front, the two legends walked out to their 2000 track, F***in’ In The Bushes, to a crowd of 80,000 people, with the atmosphere instantly becoming electric.”

Oasis performed at Heaton Park on Friday 11 and Saturday 12 July – and will return for three more gigs in the park in north Manchester. They have dates there on July 16, 19 and 20.

They then advance to London’s Wembley Stadium where they will take to the stage on July 25, 26 and 30 and August 2 and 3. While the two gigs in Manchester were a success, they were also marred by controversy as music fans without tickets attempted to storm the venue.

Police arrested 15 people over the weekend as dozens of fans attempted to scale the security barriers with a ladder.

Manchester Evening News reporter Chris Slater, revealed: “An eyewitness has told me that just before Oasis came on stage around 50 people tried to ‘rush’ one of the internal entrances to the gig area. They said around 10 appeared to get in but the rest were apprehended and turned away.”

Police later confirmed: “No one made it through to the concert area”. A dispersal order was issued in the park to combat the ticketless Oasis fans – and viral footage showed at least one man being led away in handcuffs.

If you’re looking for ways to battle the heat this summer, take note as Michelle Keegan shares the portable Amazon fan she’s been using to battle temperatures in Bulgaria

As temperatures continue to rise across the UK, we’re all looking for affordable ways to keep cool. And actress Michelle Keegan may have shared just the ticket. Giving fans an insight into her filming experience in Bulgaria, Michelle revealed she’s been using this handheld portable fan to battle the summer heat. And we think we’ve found the one she’s been swearing by this summer.

Though it isn’t clear which model exactly Michelle was using in the Instagram photo, it looks just like this TUNISE Handheld Fan in Black, which is currently up for grabs on Amazon for under £20.

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This Amazon Handheld fan looks just like the one Michelle used. It boasts a relatively small space, which makes it ideal for carrying in your hand, around your neck on a lanyard, or storing in your bag while you’re on the move. It features a 90-degree foldable design that means it can also be propped on a table or desk to keep you cool while you work or sleep, completely hands-free.

This portable fan retails for a wallet-friendly £16.99 and is available in a wide range of colourways, including Michelle’s choice of black shade.

Touted as ultra-quiet, this handheld fan boasts six adjustable speeds. The wind speed can be gradually increased from 1 to 5, depending on how cold you want the air. The sixth speed simulates a natural wind, ensuring you can keep cool with a less intense, gentle breeze.

This handheld fan has a long-lasting battery life and a rechargeable 4000mAh large-capacity battery. It can work continuously for 4-18 hours (depending on the speed setting. Plus, it recharges super fast, only taking 1.5 hours to fully charge. Promising to to suit any busy day, whether you’re getting your hair done on set like Michelle, heading to the beach, working in an office or travelling on a train, this fan is set to last all day – and if it’s charge does run out, it’s convenient to replenish its battery life with a simple portable charger or a quick plug in while you’re out and about.

Boasting an impressive 4.6 out of 5-star rating on Amazon, with over 8600 reviews, this fan has amassed plenty of praise from satisfied customers. One thrilled buyer beams: “This fan has been a lifesaver whilst pregnant! I took it on holiday with me, immediately used it in the airport as security was long and no air con before getting through to departures, used it in bar areas, outdoors on the beach, round my neck to carry it, and then on my return I’m able to pop it on desks at work when needed as it folds to accommodate being on sides.”

They go on to add: “The charge lasts well on levels 1-3 goes much quicker on the higher functions. I love how easy it is to use and it’s definitely portable but powerful! It’s pretty quiet depending where you are too and the function where you can use it as a powerbank in a pinch was brilliant. Cannot recommend this fan enough!”

Another happy shopper raves: “Very happy with this fan – I’ve bought a number of different fans over the years, and while all are good, I realised this one was the best when I was comparing them all in terms of noise, wind speed / impact, and overall design / look / functionality etc. This fan has 6 settings, and is less noisy than the others, but probably the best airflow. What I noticed about this fan is that the airflow goes directly into your face, whereas some other fans can sort of fan the air around the side of your face, but not right into your face – so that was a big plus for this fan.”

They continue: “Also, I love the sleek design of this fan as well as the colour. Also a great size and sturdy (while also flexible when moving the handle), and the battery charge life also seems great. It’s also great that it tells you the percentage of battery left, as other fans often just have a simple 3 bars – whereas this fan has the exact percentage so easier to know how much you truly have left. Very happy, thanks! Will probably be buying a second one soon!”

And a third chimes in: “This fan is AWESOME. I used it on a recent holiday to Africa and it worked perfectly and was very effective at keeping me very cool (I wish I had bought 2 as my relatives kept borrowing it….the fan was that good). Once fully charged it lasted me the whole day and I would usually leave it to charge overnight. It’s a great, sturdy little fan and you should definitely get it.”

A Beckham family feud has been hinted at for months but it seems that it has come to breaking point with family members unfollowing each other on social media

David Beckham and Romeo have been seen looking tense as they broke cover for the first time after the a row with Brooklyn blew up on social media.

The father and son duo looked deep in thought as they got together to watch David’s Inter Miami play against Nashville SC at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Saturday. The sighting of the pair comes just just days after Cruz and Romeo blocked their brother Brooklyn and his wife Nicola Peltz on Instagram – as their severed ties deepened.

David looked as smart as ever in a navy suit paired with a blue shirt along with a matching tie. While 22-year-old Romeo went for a more casual look in a grey Snoop Dog T-shirt and green camouflage cargos as he finished off his look with a smart Rolex watch.

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Romeo seemingly had a dig at brother Brooklyn on Friday just a few hours after it was noticed he had started unfollowing him and sister-in-law Nicola on Instagram. The model posted a picture of Justin Bieber’s new song Walking Away as he commented “Yup”, looking like he agreed with the lyrics.

Fans had hoped for a reconciliation between the family after Brooklyn posted a tribute to his sister Harper on her birthday.

A friend said Brooklyn was ‘as confused as everyone else’ about the apparent blocking. “The first they heard about it was when it was being reported,” a source told The Sun of Brooklyn and Nicola’s reaction/

Despite the unfollowing saga, Brooklyn and Nicola are still following his parents Victoria and David.

A rumoured fallout among the famous family was seemingly confirmed when Brooklyn made a very public statement by refusing to attend any of his dad’s 50th birthday celebrations this year. He then snubbed a slew of family occasions from Father’s Day to the huge moment his dad was given a knighthood.

However, Brooklyn appeared to find his voice when it came to sister Harper’s birthday as he managed a brief tribute to her on his Instagram page.

It was reported the fallout was down to Romeo dating model Kim Turnbull – who had a brief relationship with Brooklyn. Romeo’s romance – which is now at an end – was said to have riled both Brooklyn and his wife Nicola.

Kim addressed the situation last month and insisted she has only ever had a friendship with Brooklyn and that there was nothing to worry about. Sharing a statement on her Instagram page, she said: “I’ve avoided speaking on this topic to prevent adding fuel to the fire, however it’s come to a point where I feel the need to address it so I can move on.

“I will not continue to receive harassment or be embarrassed on the basis of lies, to fit a certain narrative. I have never been romantically involved in ANY capacity at ANY point with the person in question.

“Nothing between us has occurred further than a school friendship at age 16. I would like to remove myself from the ongoing conversation & set the record straight for the sake of everyone involved.”

Kim had been at the centre of the fall out after it was reported that Nicola claimed that she felt uncomfortable around her. Sources close to Nicola reportedly said that Kim had dated Brooklyn when they were teenagers but this has since been denied by Kim herself.

The Mirror have contacted the Beckhams’ and Nicola Peltz’ reps for comment

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TV’s Dr Hilary Jones is highlighting a little known fact about NHS Patient Choice which can help others find appointments for surgeries and treatments for free and without a long waiting list

ITV star Dr Hilary Jones has been recovering in hospital after travelling 180 miles to seek treatment – in order to avoid a huge waiting list. The 72-year-old TV doctor is encouraging others to also travel hundreds of miles, if necessary, in order to avoid being left in agony while waiting for a local facility to have time to offer treatment.

Dr Hilary, who has discussed his need to undergo a hip replacement in the past, hopes to spread the news that private medical facilities can be accessed by NHS patients free of charge in order to receive treatment sooner. And by utilising this less known service, there could be a knock on effect that NHS hospitals will become under less strain.

The star – who is known for appearing on shows including ITV’s Lorraine and Good Morning Britain – is bringing a spotlight to NHS Patient Choice which he used to find a hospital that had next to no waiting list to seek treatment there. Patient Choice is an NHS service that gives people the option to search for private facilities, hospitals and other providers that they can have access to.

Private hospitals can even be accessed as long as they provide the same service that the NHS would offer – with patients granted access without being billed for it.

Dr Hilary is a spokesperson for Practice Plus Group and he was able to use a new hospital in Birmingham in order to get treated faster. Discussing his use of the hospital, the TV star said, per the Express: “It was 180 miles from my home to Birmingham, but as it’s a new hospital and it’s a private hospital that treats NHS patients, they could get me in very quickly just with a referral from my GP.

“I’d do it again in a heartbeat for faster, quality care and highly recommend it. Patient Choice gives people real power – they just need to know it’s there. The NHS App is going to be developed further to make this easier, and you can speak to your GP about your choices. You can choose to be referred to a private hospital at the outset, or you can switch hospitals like I did if you’re facing delays locally.

“It’s free for the patient and costs the NHS no more than if that same patient had their op at an NHS hospital. For people like me, who are lucky enough to be mobile despite needing an operation, it makes complete sense to find a hospital that can do your operation sooner so you can get on the road to recovery sooner.

“People don’t want to be on a waiting list. They want to get on with their lives. Every single person that looked after me was amazing and couldn’t have done any more. I am delighted with the result so far.”

His decision to use the facility comes after Practice Plus Group commissioned a survey by OnePoll to question 1,000 adults suffering from chronic aches and pains, including those who were looking for surgical solutions.

The research revealed that a majority would opt to travel an average of 60 miles for treatment if it could be received within three to four weeks, or 49 miles if the waiting time was between six and eight weeks. And 10% of those surveyed said they would be happy to travel more than 200 miles if an NHS surgery could be scheduled within a month.

Last year, Dr Hilary shared details of his surgery and also highlighted that members of the public had a way to gain treatment faster. He said in a statement shared via the Practice Plus Group website: “I know from my own hip replacement surgery that these ‘routine’ and ‘non-urgent’ operations are truly life-changing. Living with pain and not being able to do the things you love is exhausting and debilitating.

“Fast access to surgery, if this is what you need, will help you re-gain your mobility, your fitness and quality of life. It’s no surprise therefore that going private has become more and more common since the pandemic and is no longer considered just for the rich. But many people are unaware they can also go to a private hospital as an NHS patient, free of charge, and often sooner than waiting for NHS hospitals.”

He continued: “Under the NHS constitution you have a legal right to choose which hospital to have your NHS treatment in, and this often includes private hospitals. If your GP, physio or other healthcare professional says they’re going to refer you to a consultant at a hospital in Birmingham, ask for a list of options so you can compare waiting lists and locations.

“You also have a right to switch from one hospital waiting list to another if you’ve been waiting for more than 18 weeks for surgery and can travel out of your area. My advice is always to discuss your options with your GP to help you get back to your best as soon as possible.”