Britain’s Fabian Edwards will face Costello van Steenis for the PFL middleweight title in Madrid on 20 March.
Edwards, 32, knocked out Dalton Rosta to win the PFL’s middleweight tournament in August and a $500,000 (£369,000) prize.
The bout will mark the Birmingham fighter’s third attempt at a world title, following defeats for Bellator middleweight gold by Johnny Eblen in 2023 and 2024.
Dutchman Van Steenis, who represents Spain, submitted Eblen in July to become champion with only seven seconds of the fight left.
The bout will be the 33-year-old’s first defence of the title since it was rebranded as the PFL world championship after the organisation acquired Bellator in 2023.
Both fighters head into the contest on three-fight win streaks, with Van Steenis winning 17 of his 20 professional fights and Edwards triumphing in 16 of 20.
The event at Madrid’s Palacio Vistalegre marks the first time a global MMA promotion has hosted an event in Spain.
“Costello van Steenis had a storybook ending in Cape Town with one of the biggest comebacks in the sport’s history, and his tale continues as he comes to Madrid with the flag of Spain on one shoulder, and the world title on the other,” said PFL chief John Martin.
It looks like Liam Reardon could have a new lady in his life if these pics are anything to go by – as ex Millie prepares to go on Love Island All Stars
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Liam appears to have moved on three months after his split from Millie(Image: Getty Images)
One Love Island star is already moving on from the demise of his long-term relationship with a co-star.
Liam Reardon has seemingly ‘soft launched’ a new relationship as he enjoyed what appeared to be a romantic getaway at a swanky hotel.
The 26-year-old, who won Love Island with ex Millie Court back in 2021 before the pair split earlier this year, shared snaps from a weekend away at The Parkgate, said to be ‘Cardiff’s finest luxury hotel’.
Though he didn’t show any pics of the person he was away with, Liam posted photos of two wine glasses at a romantically lit table in the hotel restaurant. Another showed a meal for two, which looked like lobster and beef wellington.
Taking a photo of the card hotel staff had left for him, it read: “Dear Liam Reardon and guest”, suggesting he definitely wasn’t there alone. In the caption, Liam seemed to enjoy his visit. He wrote: “Had such a nice stay at @theparhgatehotel recently. Everything was spot on & the dinner was [drool emoji]. It’s a perfect location right in the centre of town too. My favourite hotel in Cardiff.”
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And fans were quick to speculate below – though one suggested she was also at the hotel and wrote in the comments: “Seen you there with a pretty young lady. I didn’t like to stare too much.”
Another asked: ‘And guest?” A third chimed in: “Announce guest please!” A fourth posted: “The guest should be Millie but ok.” While a fifth hit back: “Why should it be they are finished moved on.”
Just a few months ago Liam was talking about starting a family with 29-year-old Millie and they were one of the longest running couples since winning the ITV dating show four years ago, even hosting a podcast together. But in September it was reported the pair had split for a second time after taking a break in 2022. An insider claimed they ‘tried so hard to make it work’ but that the ‘distance was just difficult.’
Now Millie is set to be heading back into the Love Island villa when the All Star series kicks off in South Africa in the New Year.
Despite being fresh from the break up with Liam, a source claims the decision was a ‘no brainer’ for the former ASOS buyer, who is now channelling her energy into her career as a fashion influencer and YouTube star.
They told MailOnline: “Millie is one of the first stars to sign up for Love Island: All Stars this year, and she’s a brilliant contestant. She’s a former winner and has only recently split from ex Liam, who could even make a surprise appearance in the villa alongside her.”
But some viewers are sceptical and think Millie and Liam’s split has been perfectly timed – so that they can both go back onto Love Island’s All Stars edition and get back together. This has lead to ITV being accused of “staging” the relationships.
One fan wrote on Reddit: “Honestly don’t know if I can be bothered to watch this, so fake and staged! I miss the early seasons of LI so much.”
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A second chimed in, agreeing that the pair could get back together on the show: “So will Liam be an OG or bombshell? The break-up was obviously staged.” While a third sneered: “When is he coming in so they can ‘reconcile’ and win?”
Despite the source’s confirmation that Millie had said yes to ITV bosses about going back into the villa, nothing has been confirmed by Millie herself or the channel. However, the insider claimed it was “heading in the right direction”.
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The EastEnders star was axed from the BBC soap earlier this year alongside co-star Matthew James Morrison as new boss Ben Wadey got rid of the remaining Taylor family
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The EastEnders star has landed herself a new major role
An EastEnders actress has bagged a fresh gig after being abruptly written out of the soap. Clair Norris, known for her role as Bernie Taylor in the BBC drama, exited the show earlier this year when new boss Ben Wadey decided to phase out the remaining Taylor family.
However, she’s now set to tread the boards in the panto Jack and the Beanstalk in Hastings, where she’ll be playing Fairy Sunshine.
Speaking out she said: “I wanted to do panto last year but I had just moved into my first home. I wanted to host Christmas but when it came around this time, I was not doing EastEnders and I didn’t have a busy schedule and I just wanted a new challenge.”
“Everyone I spoke to said that you’ve got to do pantomime and that it’s just such fun and that it is just so completely different especially when you’ve been doing television. It allows you to be a kid again and it’s really nice during the festive season when you’ve got something else to focus on. I have not got it on my CV and I just want to tick things off,” she told Sussex Express.
Norris has portrayed Bernie, the daughter of Karen Taylor, since the family first appeared on the scene in 2017. An insider revealed: “Every time a soap gets a new boss they want to make their own changes – it’s nothing personal. The writing has been on the wall for Bernie for some time so it wasn’t really a surprise to Clair. She was the last Taylor standing and it’s time to close the chapter on them and let Clair go on to do other things.”
Another source added: “Everyone at EastEnders loves Clair but often characters have to leave. It’s time for fresh narratives to unfold, as is the way with soaps. Clair will be missed but she will always be part of the EastEnders family.”
An EastEnders representative confirmed the news, stating: “We can confirm that Clair will be leaving EastEnders later this year and we wish her all the best for the future.”
With Clair’s departure, and Matthew Morrison, who played Felix, also having exited as previously reported, all remnants of the divisive family have vanished from our screens. Family matriarch Karen Taylor left last year along with Mitch and their grandchildren Mia and Mackenzie.
Their son Keanu was written out in 2023 as part of The Six storyline, daughter Chantelle was tragically killed by her husband Gray Atkins in 2020, and son Keegan relocated to Germany in 2022. The family, notorious for living off benefits, caused quite a stir when they first arrived in Walford in 2017, polarising fans.
The actor has left the show earlier this year alongside co-star Matthew James Morrison. Clair had played Bernie Taylor on the show since 2017. The latest episode saw the character was seen getting into the back of a taxi with cousin Felix Baker, played by Matthew, 33, as they headed to the airport for a new life abroad.
Ahead of the episode, Clair confirmed her exit after eight years and reflected on her experience as a cast member in a post on Instagram. It included a photo of her in a dressing room whilst working on the show. At the time, she wrote: “My last ep airs tonight & with that comes a flood of memories… Eastenders was my first audition, and my first job. Having come from college & having no experience in this industry, Julia, Wayne & Sean all took a chance on me to play Bernadette Taylor & for that, I can’t be thankful enough.
“8 years later and honestly this job, has changed my life. It’s true what they all said at the beginning, Eastenders is one big family & I’m so lucky to have met and worked with some amazing people.”
She added: “I will always have an attachment to Bernie, she represents so many girls out there who wear their heart of their sleeves and don’t quite fit in…no offence to anyone who wear purple coats …I have adored playing her and she will forever hold a special place in my heart. This has been the best first role ever!!!”
Following the episode, Clair paid tribute to co-star Matthew, who has yet to post about his exit on the platform. She shared photos of them together from the filming of their characters’ joint departure from Albert Square, with his character Felix dressed up as his drag persona Tara.
Clair wrote: “Bernie & [princess emoji] B… @matthew_james_morrison I truly believe our paths crossed for a reason. I couldn’t have been more thankful to have you by my side on our last block. What a rollercoaster it was but hand in hand we did it!!!”
Bernie was seen getting a taxi to the airport with Felix at the end of last night’s episode after she stole money from the Panesar family. She embezzled more than £20,000 through her role overseeing their business empire.
Her actions were in retaliation for matriarch Suki Panesar ( Balvinder Sopal ) and her friends being involved in the death of Bernie’s late brother Keanu Taylor (Danny Walters), which they covered up. She had previously tried to expose them.
Felix had initially told Bernie that he wouldn’t leave with her but later changed his mind. It came after he discovered his partner Johnny Carter (Charlie Suff) had known the truth about Keanu’s death. When he went to confront him, Felix saw Johnny kissing Callum Highway ( Tony Clay ).
As the episode drew to a close, Bernie and Felix’s taxi arrived as Suki tried to stop them. She was eventually convinced to let them leave with the stolen money in light of Keanu’s death. The pair were then seen leaving in the taxi.
Chile has nearly 15.8 million registered voters, and this year, for the first time since 2012, all of them are required by law to vote in the presidential race.
Kast is believed to have the upper hand in Sunday’s run-off.
Though he came in second place during the first round of voting in November, he is expected to sweep up additional support from conservative candidates who did not make the cut-off for the second vote.
But some voters expressed scepticism about the emphasis on crime in this year’s race.
Daniela Ocaranza, a mother who lives in a low-income neighbourhood in Santiago, considers the heightened focus on crime to be a ploy.
She volunteers at an organisation that fights for affordable housing, and she thinks politicians are leveraging the uptick in crime to convince the voters to put more resources into security.
“Crime has increased,” Ocaranza acknowledged. “But this happens in all countries.”
She said the media is partly to blame in raising fears. It shows “you the same crime 30 times a day — morning, noon and night — so the perception is that there is more”.
“But there are many other things that are more important,” Ocaranza stressed, pointing to issues like education, healthcare and pensions. They are areas that she sees best addressed by Jara, whom she will be voting for on Sunday.
For his part, Johnson said politicians draw up hardline policies to appease residents who want urgent action taken.
But he noted that research has shown punitive measures don’t typically produce results. In the meantime, he warned that the outsized fears about crime can have real-world ramifications.
“Today, there are fewer people consuming art, going out to see theatre, going out to restaurants. So it doesn’t just limit someone’s quality of life but also economic development,” Johnson said.
Stacey Solomon may have just the ticket if you’re on the hunt for the cosiest coat to keep your warm and dry through the winter season – and right now, it’s on sale for 50% less
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Stacey Solomon wears cosy and half-price drying robe to stay warm on winter walk(Image: Getty)
Fans keen on copying Stacey Solomon’s covetable winter wardrobe are in luck, as Stacey recently donned a leopard-print drying robe that’s sure to be the ideal cold-weather companion for keeping you warm and dry when out and about.
Although it’s not confirmed exactly what jacket she’s wearing, it appears to be the OHS Leopard Sherpa Lined Water Resistant Drying Changing Robe, which is currently on sale at Debenhams for a whopping 54% off, saving shoppers £38.
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Touted as having a bold design and soft sherpa fleece lining, this oversized robe is sure to be the perfect piece for keeping cosy on drizzly days. Boasting a water-resistant outer layer that helps shield against the elements, this jacket features a spacious hood and large pockets, adding extra warmth and practicality for any weather, from rain to bitter winds.
Whether it’s the school run, after-sport layering, or weekend adventures, this robe is sure to add a Stacey-approved style and everyday comfort to their wardrobe.
Available in sizes S/M or L/XL, this roomy drying robe serves as both an oversized coat and a go-to for drying after dips in the sea all year round. Boasting a substantial length, the robe is ideal for various heights, ensuring comfort and cosiness from your legs all the way to your head.
It isn’t just Stacey who adores this coat, as one 5-star reviewer raves: “Love it so warm & looks good. Word of warning. I am a size 20/22, so I ordered a L/XL it was huge !!!! Returned & ordered S/M & fits perfectly – still loads off room. If you are a size 12/14 etc, it will be massive.”
While another buyer beams: “Keeps you warm and dry, fantastic quality. Had so many compliments when wearing it.”
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Normally selling for £69.99, Stacey’s drying robe is now available for a majorly reduced price of £31.99, thanks to Debenhams’ sale. If you prefer to shop elsewhere or explore alternative designs, we’ve got you covered.
Prize money for the Derby at Epsom will rise to £2m in 2026 making it the joint-richest race in the UK as part of a series of changes.
The Jockey Club is increasing its prize pot by £500,000, with £1m going to the winner.
Other changes for next year’s Derby, which will be run on 6 June, include under-18s being given free entry to the two-day meeting in an effort to encourage a new generation of fans.
The Coronation Cup has been switched from the Friday to the Saturday and its prize money has more than doubled from £450,000 to £1m through new sponsorship from racehorse breeders Coolmore.
What are the other changes at Epsom?
The increased prize money will match that on offer for the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot.
Lambourn won the 2025 Derby, giving Irish trainer Aidan O’Brien a record-extending 11th win in the Classic.
The changes, following a six-month review by Epsom Downs Racecourse and the Jockey Club after the Derby crowd dropped by more than 4,500 to 22,312 compared to last year, also include:
