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Коли провести підгортання, щоб значно збільшити врожай картоплі

  При вирощуванні картоплі не обійтися без підгортання. Якщо не проводити цю процедуру, то якість ґрунту може залишитися невисокою. Крім того, у городньої культури можуть з’явитися численні «вороги» – бур’яни. Таким чином, картоплю треба підгортати, тоді врожай буде врятований. А якщо ще й вчасно виконати цю дію, то можна буде отримати втричі більше бульб. Найкращий момент […]

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Королева Йорданії у футбольній формі повболівала з чоловіком та дітьми за збірну на трибуні (фото)

Король Йорданії Абдалла II та королева Ранія відвідали матч збірної з футболу своєї країни. Подружжяпоказалосяна трибунах у відповідній формі, вболіваючи за улюблених гравців. Також представники країни привітали Йорданію зпершою в історії кваліфікацією на Чемпіонат світу з футболу. «Кінець матчу і початок нової йорданської мрії! Нехай вас завжди чекає успіх, наші хоробрі хлопці! Ми пишаємося вами», […]

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From grey poo to yellow eyes – the 14 signs of hep A infection after shop item leaves 95 Brits sick and 58 hospitalised

HEALTH officials are racing to track down a supermarket item feared to have sparked a major hepatitis A outbreak that’s left nearly 100 Brits ill and 58 in hospital.

The highly contagious virus, which attacks the liver, is spread through traces of poo from infected people.

Illustration of 14 signs and symptoms of Hepatitis A infection.

It can cause grim symptoms including grey-coloured stools, yellowing eyes, exhaustion and vomiting and in some cases, can even be deadly.

Since December 2024, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has logged 54 fresh cases, all suspected to be linked to a mystery item bought from an unnamed supermarket.

Two separate “clusters” of hepatitis A cases have been identified, one of which dates back as far as 2021.

The earlier wave saw 19 people hospitalised, mostly aged 50 to 69.

While a more recent surge, which began in January 2023 and is still ongoing, has seen 39 more patients struck down so badly they needed urgent treatment.

Health bosses say they might have pinpointed a possible food source but have yet to name the product.

Though rare in the UK, hepatitis A is highly contagious and often hits hardest in older adults or people with underlying liver issues.

That’s because the virus attacks the liver and triggers inflammation.

It spreads through poor hygiene, contaminated water or food, and close personal contact – including sex.

It is particularly common if you have been abroad in parts of the world with bad sanitation, including Africa, South Asia, the far East, Middle East and South America.

Men who have sex with men and people who inject drugs are also more likely to catch the infection.

Other symptoms of the disease include feeling generally unwell, joint and muscle pain and a high temperature, the NHS says.

Losing your appetite, diarrhoea and pain in the upper right part of your tummy could also be a sign of the condition.

These are often followed by jaundice, a warning sign your liver is struggling, which can turn your eyes yellow, darken your pee and leave your poo unusually pale.

Some people, especially children, may not realise they’re infected, as symptoms can be mild and hard to spot.

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If your eyes or skin become yellow, it could be a sign of the disease[/caption]

However, hepatitis A can last several months and also be deadly if it causes liver failure – when the organ stops working properly.

If you, or your child, has symptoms, your GP can give you a blood test that will confirm an infection if you have it.

If you’ve recently been exposed to the virus, it is also worth being tested.

There’s no cure, but most people recover within a few months and become immune for life.

In the meantime, sufferers are urged to rest, avoid alcohol, and keep scrupulously clean to stop the virus spreading.

You can get the virus from eating food made by someone who has not washed their hands properly or from drinking dirty water.

Raw or uncooked shellfish from contaminated water or having close contact with someone with the virus can also put you at risk.

There are no treatments for Hepatitis A but you can get a vaccine if you are at risk of the disease, which includes travellers, drug users, men who have sex with men, and people with chronic liver problems.

Painkillers like paracetamol or ibuprofen can be taken to ease some of the symptoms and getting plenty of rest, avoiding alcohol and eating small meals are all recommended.

Patients are also encouraged to stick to cool, ventilated environments, wear loose clothing and not take hot baths.

If you suffer yellow eyes, you should stay off work or school and avoid having sex for at least a week, according to the NHS.

Washing your hands with soap and water regularly is also recommended.

The 14 signs and symptoms of Hepatitis A infection

If you do develop symptoms, they tend to occur around 4 weeks after exposure.

These signs include:

  1. Feeling tired 
  2. Joint and muscle pain
  3. High temperature (fever)
  4. Loss of appetite
  5. Feeling or being sick
  6. Pain in tummy (upper-right bit)
  7. Sore throat and cough
  8. Constipation or diarrhoea
  9. Hives
  10. Yellowing of the skin and eyes
  11. Dark pee
  12. Grey poo
  13. Itchy skin
  14. Swollen tummy

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Five ways Liverpool could line up after epic transfer window, including Florian Wirtz, Bradley Barcola & Alexander Isak

LIVERPOOL could have a new-look attack next season with a potential £300million spending spree this summer.

Jeremie Frimpong has already arrived and Florian Wirtz is set to be the next through the door – for a British record fee of £127m.

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Liverpool will have a new look next season with Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong[/caption]
Alexander Isak of Newcastle United celebrating a goal.
Alexander Isak remains a transfer target for the Reds
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Bradley Barcola of Paris Saint-Germain celebrating a goal.
Liverpool want Bradley Barcola to add firepower to their attack
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The Reds do not plan to stop there however, as Alexander Isak remains a key target.

That interest could fade if Newcastle refuse to budge from their £150m asking price, but Liverpool have alternative targets.

One of those is Paris Saint-Germain forward Bradley Barcola, who has also attracted interest from Bayern Munich.

Arne Slot could complete his summer splurge by bringing in Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez.

Kerkez is valued at £40m and Liverpool have opened talks over his transfer, but if the two clubs fail to agree a fee then Andy Robertson will likely continue in the left-back berth.

Here are the ways Liverpool could line up in the Premier League next season.

Option one

Illustration of Liverpool's potential 2025-26 starting XI.

Slot’s dream line-up would be the inclusion of two new full-backs to freshen up the defence.

Frimpong and Kerkez would also add plenty going forward, supporting the likes of Barcola and Mo Salah in attack.

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If Isak proves too expensive Cody Gakpo will likely be trusted to lead the line, with Wirtz operating in the space behind the Dutchman, linking play between both flanks.

Option two

Illustration of Liverpool's potential 2025-26 starting XI.

Alternatively, if Liverpool do pull off one of the signings of the summer in Isak he will be one of the first names on the teamsheet.

That would likely rule out a move for Barcola, meaning Wirtz or Luis Diaz could line up at left wing.

It could also mean Slot decides to continue with the midfield three that served his team so well next season, allowing the attack the freedom to score and produce goals.

Option three

Liverpool's potential 2025-26 starting eleven.

Frimpong’s arrival gives Slot multiple options on the right flank thanks to his flexibility.

He operated mostly as a right wing-back at Bayer Leverkusen, contributing 30 goals and 44 assists in 190 appearances.

That attacking quality could see him play further forward at Anfield if Slot fancies giving Conor Bradley more game time.

Frimpong at right wing could also reduce Salah’s workload, with the Egyptian operating through the middle instead.

Option four

Liverpool's potential 2025-26 starting XI.

There could be more opportunities for fringe players to stake their claim next season.

Caoimhin Kelleher’s exit to Brentford means Giorgi Mamardashvili is now Liverpool’s No2.

The Georgian signed last summer but spent the 2024-25 campaign on loan at Valencia, impressing between the sticks.

Joe Gomez could also be in line for more minutes next season but he would have to find consistency in his fitness – something which has deserted him throughout his Anfield stay.

Option five

Illustration of Liverpool's potential 2025-26 starting XI.

Jarell Quansah will also be hoping to build on his breakthrough season, which was rather stunted by the fact he started just four Prem matches last season.

No Isak could mean Diogo Jota continues in attack, fitness permitting, with Barcola perhaps the only addition to the front three.

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Wimbledon confirms record seven per cent prize money rise after inflation-busting ticket hike as record pots revealed

CARLOS ALCARAZ will bank a record £3million in prize money if he wins a hat-trick of Wimbledon titles next month.

The Spaniard, 22, is partying in Ibiza this week as he lays down his racquet following an incredible French Open final five-set, five-and-a-half-hour win over Jannik Sinner, in which he came from two sets down at Roland Garros.

Carlos Alcaraz of Spain during the French Open.
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Carlos Alcaraz is targeting a third Wimbledon title this month[/caption]

Alcaraz is the 6-4 joint favourite for the Wimbledon crown – the bookies cannot separate him and Italian world No.1.

If he ends up winning three in a row, then he will receive a £300,000 improvement on the £2.7million he earned for lifting the gentlemen’s golden singles trophy 11 months ago.

Wimbledon, like the rest of the other three Slams, offer equal prize for men and women stars.

It means that Barbora Krejčíková, the reigning ladies singles champion, will get the same dosh if she defends the title.

The total money pot increases from £50million to £53.5million – a 7% increase – and the first-round main-draw losers will earn £66,000, which is £6,000 more than the last Championships.

In 2015, Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams were the singles champions and their prize pot was £1.88million each.

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Dele Alli’s girlfriend Cindy Kimberly unfollows England star on Instagram and removes all photos with him

CINDY KIMBERLY has erased all trace of boyfriend Dele Alli from her Instagram account.

The stunning model has deleted all pictures featuring the footballer, as well as unfollowing him.

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Cindy Kimberly has unfollowed Dele Alli on Instagram[/caption]
Dele Alli and Cindy Kimberly in bed together.
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She has also deleted all pictures of him on the social media platform[/caption]
Dele Alli and Cindy Kimberly on a private jet.
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The two have been dating since 2022[/caption]
Cindy Kimberly feeding Dele Alli pasta at an outdoor restaurant.
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She has been in Como with the midfielder since his move to Italy[/caption]

Dele, 29, went public with his relationship with Cindy in June 2022, and the couple have regularly shared snaps together.

Cindy had been a big support to the former Tottenham star as he opened up on his traumatic childhood in 2023.

Dele revealed in an interview with Gary Neville that he had been addicted to sleeping pills and was sexually abused during his youth.

She also showed her support for the former England international after he made the move to Serie A side Como in January.

But Cindy, 26, has now removed all sign of the midfielder from her Instagram account.

This included one post of them together in Como that was initially uploaded in April.

Dele’s account still features posts of the two together, and he still follows her on the platform.

It comes after the couple had separate trips as Dele went to Ibiza and Cindy visited Morocco for work.

Meanwhile, Dele made his first appearance on a football pitch in two years as he featured for Como against AC Milan in March.

The game was a disaster for the former Everton ace as he was sent off after just 10 minutes.

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Cindy has a huge following on Instagram[/caption]
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The model boasts 7.1million followers on the platform[/caption]
Cindy Kimberly at the ELLE Style Awards.
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She works as a full-time model[/caption]
Cindy Kimberly at The Fashion Awards 2023.
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Alli still follows Cindy on his Instagram account[/caption]

Since then, he has not made another appearance for the club but has been backed by manager Cesc Fabregas.

The Spaniard has insisted that he does not want to put “extra pressure” on Dele.

The Arsenal legend believes that Dele will be back “in shape” for the 2025/26 campaign.

Como will continue in Serie A for next season after surviving relegation in their first season back since 2003.

Dele will have plenty of competition for playing time as he will battle with the likes of Assane Diao, Anastasios Douvikas and Maxence Caqueret.

Dele Alli of Como 1907 during a Serie A match.
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Alli currently plays for Como 1907 in Serie A[/caption]
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He was sent off just 10 minutes into his one and only appearance for the club[/caption]

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The Sub review: how does Beerwulf’s compact beer tap perform?

LET’S be real, beer from a can or a bottle just isn’t as good as a pint from the pub. It is time that we introduced: The Sub.

You can get a draught pint without having to leave your home when this trusty contraption’s around.

We reviewed The Sub to see if it’s worth spending a little more for a pub-quality pint on your sofa.


IMPORTANT UPDATE: The Sub is no longer available for purchase

Unfortunately, The Sub beer dispenser from Beerwulf has been discontinued and is no longer available for sale.

If you’re looking for alternatives to enjoy draught beer at home, there are several other options on the market worth considering. For those who enjoyed The Sub’s compact design and ease of use, you might want to check out similar products such as the PerfectDraft systems or other home beer dispensers.

For the most up-to-date recommendations on the best beer dispensers currently available, please visit our comprehensive roundup here: best beer dispensers


Overall rating: 3.5/5

Pros

  • Pours great pints
  • Loads of different beers to choose from
  • Looks good

Cons

  • More expensive than buying beer from shops
  • Noisy when pouring 
  • Small size limits its usage

The Sub review: quick summary

When we tested The Sub we loved being able to quickly and easily pour draught pints at home. It’s a nice reward on a Friday after a long week at work and feels a bit more special than picking up a six-pack from the shop on the way home.

And, at £125, it’s not obscenely expensive, especially if a couple of you are clubbing together to buy it as a gift.

As an added bonus, The Sub looks pretty stylish on the side at home and won’t spoil your kitchen aesthetic.

On the downside, it’s more expensive than buying cans from the off-license, it’s a little noisy when it pours and it’s really designed for individual use rather than large groups.

If money was no object, we’d prefer to have a PerfectDraft (read our PerfectDraft Beer Dispenser review and PerfectDraft Pro review here), but since prices for those start at around £249, The Sub is a good budget option.

We think The Sub is a great gift for a beer lover, especially since there are loads of different beers to try, along with the old favourites.


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The Sub review: full review

We were pretty excited when we got our hands on The Sub from Beerwulf, which promises pub-quality pints from the comfort of your own home.

The Sub is a slick bit of kit that doesn’t look out of place on your kitchen side, and with its 30cm footprint, it doesn’t take up too much space. 

It’s pretty easy to get going: just insert a two-litre keg (from a range of about 40 on the website), fiddle around with some piping and The Sub will begin chilling your beer.

If you’ve kept your mini-kegs in the fridge first, they’ll be ready to drink in an hour or two. If they’re at room temperature it’ll be a while longer as The Sub chills your kegs to perfect drinking temperature. Once the light goes green, you’re good to go.

We’ve seen a few people around the web complaining that The Sub produces too much foam, which is something we battled with initially. But if you follow the instructions (clear the nozzle when you first start pouring and then open the tap fully when you’re pulling pints) it’s a pretty easy solve.

A person pouring beer from a Krups beer dispenser into a glass.

However, there are a couple of downsides to The Sub. For starters, it’s certainly more expensive than buying your beer at the supermarket as it’ll set you back over £100 if you buy it with kegs.

It also takes quite a long time to chill and pressurise your mini-kegs once you’ve placed them inside, which means you’re probably waiting a couple of hours between pints when you do a keg change. This basically rules out The Sub as a useful gadget for entertaining if you’re planning on drinking more than two litres.

Finally, it’s a little noisy when you pull pints and it hums for about 20 seconds after you’ve finished pouring.

The Sub review: the verdict

For its price, we really like The Sub. It does what it’s supposed to and it gives you an excuse to sample beers you wouldn’t normally try.

While there are better beer dispensers out there you can buy for your home, there’s none that can beat The Sub on price and we’d gladly break ours out for special occasions going forwards.

Remember, The Sub is no longer available for purchase. For current beer dispenser options, check out our best beer dispensers roundup for alternatives that are still on the market.

Do you have to plug in Beerwulf Sub?

The beer tap must be plugged in at least an hour before the desired serve time. It is ready to use when the light turns green. The instructions are easy to follow and there’s also a handy video to explain the set up process.

What are some alternatives to Beerwulf’s Sub machine?

If you want to try something else out, then there are many alternatives that do the same job as Beerwulf.

Here are some other designs from well-known brands on the market:

  • Philips HD3720/25 Beer Pump Dispenser, £375 from Argos – buy here
  • Perfect Draft Beer Dispense, £347 from Currys – buy here
  • Beer-Tower XXL Drinks & Beverage Dispenser, £39.98 from Amazon – buy here
  • ClearAmbient 5 L Beer Dispenser, £146.99 from Wayfair – buy here

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Heimir Hallgrimsson outlines strategy for September’s World Cup qualifiers after Luxembourg letdown

HEIMIR Hallgrimsson hopes to experience the joy of six in September — but he would settle for some four play.

The optimism surrounding Ireland’s chances of qualifying for a first World Cup in 24 years dropped on Tuesday night.

A favourable draw in December, the efficiency in which they beat Bulgaria home and away in the Nations League play-off and a fine show against Senegal allowed people to dream again.

But a dire display in the scoreless draw against Luxembourg has restored some perspective.

It served as a reminder that the chances of his side achieving anything easily are remote.

Their qualifying campaign begins in September with a home game against Hungary before a trip to Armenia 72 hours later.

In beating Azerbaijan in an away friendly on Tuesday, Hungary claimed only their second win in ten games since Euro 2024.

But that run of results is more to do with the calibre of the sides they were facing — playing Germany, Netherlands, Bosnia and Turkey twice each — rather than a loss of form.

In the same time frame, Armenia won just twice — both against Latvia. They have lost to the Faroe Islands and leaked 16 goals in their last four games.

Given the double-headers in October and November each feature a game against Nations League winners Portugal — who complete the four-team group — a strong start is essential.

And Hallgrimsson said: “Four points would be good, six would be better.

“If we get a draw against Hungary and win in Armenia. Probably it would be worse if it was the opposite. Four points would be OK, a good start. Six is what we aim for.”

It is not the first time Hallgrimsson has set such a target. He did the same for his first two games last September, against England and Greece. Ireland collected zero points.

But the opponents are not comparable and, while Hallgrimsson took a hands-off approach back then, his imprint is all over the side now.

Or at least it was until Tuesday when the players did little of what was expected from them.

Hallgrimsson said: “It would have been nice to have a performance.

10 June 2025; Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson, left, with Josh Honohan of Republic of Ireland after the international friendly match between Luxembourg and Republic of Ireland at Stade de Luxembourg in Luxembourg. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Heimir Hallgrimsson consoling Josh Honohan at full-time

“I don’t mind if we would not have won but I would have liked a better performance, more clear progress from what we did against Senegal.

“We wanted the same performance against Senegal. There was a lot of energy in that game. Forward-thinking. Counter-pressing. It was missing here. Whatever it is, we need to analyse.

“Did we prepare them correctly for this game? Do we need to change? It’s disappointing that we didn’t continue with the same momentum.

“We didn’t play well but we played away and didn’t concede a goal so even though we are not playing our best, if we can get points and maybe wins, that’s a good sign.”

HONOHAN DEBUT?

And grinding out a result explains why, when it came to making substitutions later in the game, he turned to seasoned pro Matt Doherty rather than the uncapped Josh Honohan.

Hallgrimsson said: “We didn’t want to lose this game. We wanted to keep a clean sheet. It’s important to take some steps and we looked at the bench more for experience than maybe giving some players a chance.

“In this game, it could have gone both ways. We looked more for experience in the subs.”

If players such as the Shamrock Rovers man were unhappy not to have been given an opportunity, others did not seize theirs in the manner in which they would have wished.

Bar his set-pieces — his corner ultimately led to Kasey McAteer’s goal against Senegal and Nathan Collins hit the post with a header from his free-kick on Tuesday — Will Smallbone was not as influential as he would have liked.

Killian Phillips — who impressed off the bench against Senegal — was unable to build on that when handed a starting role in Luxembourg.

And following that, St Mirren — who he just completed a permanent move to after a successful loan — might not provide him the best platform to nail down a regular place in the squad.

Similarly, McAteer was unable to reproduce the level of his performance in Dublin four days later.

CONSISTENCY IS KEY

Hallgrimsson said: “It’s important to be consistent, for everyone, just in life as well.

“You always want to grow, to use all your moments in life to grow, whether you’re a footballer or a person.

“You always like to learn from your mistakes and be a better person after you make mistakes.

“This was one and hopefully we will all grow from it.”

Jack Taylor arguably did better than most. He started on Friday and introduced some energy off the bench in the second game, striking the underside of the bar with a shot.

But he is among those who may drop back down the pecking order when Hallgrimsson is picking from a full deck.

Aside from those who are sidelined but expected to be back in September, he had, for the most part, decided against picking Championship players whose season had ended at the start of May.

And Hallgrimsson said: “He has been great at times he has come in but so have others that maybe were not here.”

FOOTBALL IS ONE-OF-A-KIND

The Icelander hopes that, on second viewing, the performance might not be as bad as it seemed at the time. But he admitted his view of where his team was at the final whistle stood in sharp contrast to how it was before kick-off.

He added: “I would have been 100 per cent confident two hours ago but this is football. You can be a much better team and still lose a match. That’s why everybody loves this game.

“It’s because sometimes even with a good performance you can lose a game. It’s the only sport in the world where a third division team can win against a first division team.

“You can look at all other sports, it doesn’t happen. We didn’t play well but we kept a clean sheet.

“If it had been a group stage, we would have had a point and, OK, let’s call that growth. I’m not going to take too much from this because we have had steady growth.

“There are so many factors that could have produced a little bit lower quality performance. When I look at it, I will probably be happier with many things.

“We should do better than we did. We all know that. We’re not shy to say it. We need to do better than we did if we are going to qualify.”

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Watch Wynne Evans’ FULL apology video backstage at Strictly after they ordered him to cut it short after ‘gropegate’

WYNNE Evans has released the FULL apology video he filmed backstage at Strictly, after he was ordered to cut it short following “gropegate”.

It comes just a day after Wynne, 53, accused the BBC of abandoning him in the wake of a series of controversies that erupted during and after his time on Strictly Come Dancing.

Wynne Evans on the This Morning TV show.
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Wynne Evans has shared the entire apology video he filmed backstage at Strictly following ‘gropegate’[/caption]
Katya Jones and Wynne Evans on Strictly Come Dancing.
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‘Gropegate’ came when Wynne moved his hand over pro partner Katya Jones’ waist on Strictly[/caption]
Wynne Evans’ full apology video backstage at Strictly.
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Wynne has now released the video him and Katya made backstage[/caption]
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Wynne faced a number of controversies during his time on Strictly Come Dancing that led to him being axed from the BBC[/caption]

Today, Wynne has released his apology video in full, after he was accused of inappropriately touching professional dancer Katya Jones during rehearsals.

He claims he was told to cut the video by the BBC, and so fans never saw or heard the whole truth about what happened.

On This Morning yesterday, Wynne revealed him and Katya had planned the moment that caused such a stir, and she dragged him to the cameras as they stood in the gallery with Claudia Winkleman.

He said: “Katya said to me, right you put your hand on my waist, I’ll move it back we’ll see if anybody picks it up. And boy did they pick it up. She drags me saying, ‘let’s get down the front’.”

Admitting there had been errors made, he said: “I totally understand why people were upset by that and I apologise.

“I don’t want to sit here today coming across as a victim because I’m not — I’m naive.”

He admitted they saw the backlash online almost immediately and he insisted they make an apology video on social media that night.

“Katya says to me, ‘Have you seen what people are saying on Twitter, Instagram?’ …

“I’m sat in make-up afterwards and I go, ‘Oh my word this is terrible.’

“I say, ‘We need to make an apology video.’ 

“So we did — it was 50 seconds long.”

He claimed the BBC made them cut the video down, which he believed was the wrong decision. 

“They said just make it ten seconds,” Wynne told the hosts. “So of course it turns into some sort of hostage style video.

“It was just a body language experiment that was picked up on.”

Now to prove he did in fact make a longer apology video, Wynne has released it.

The video features both him and Katya backstage at Strictly, addressing the backlash of “gropegate” and revealing the truth behind the incident.

In the video, Katya kicked things off and said: “Hello everyone. We felt the need to clarify something.

“We find it quite fascinating how people take time to look into in such detail every gesture, every look.”

Wynne Evans giving a full apology backstage at Strictly.
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In the video the pair revealed it had all been a joke that had bacfired[/caption]

Continuing Wynne said: “So we thought we’ll mess around. And we said, ‘Oh I’ll put my hand on your waist, you pretend to move it away and let’s see who notices it.’

“And now everybody thinks I’m a weirdo.

“But really I promise you I’m not. And we’re doing this high ten thing as well where she blanks me from a high ten.”

Katya then said: “It’s all sort of planned just to see….”

Wynne added: “…if anybody notices. And like lots of people noticed.”

Katya then continued: “But we need to clarify that it’s all just messing around.

“It’s quite funny but not. It’s not funny.”

Wynne agreed: “It’s not funny.”

Katya then clarified: “He’s not a creep.”

“I’m not,” Wynne replied, before Katya added: “But he’s a brilliant dancer.”

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The TV star danced with Katya on Strictly last year[/caption]

The video ended with Wynne, who said: “Thanks babes.”

Wynne captioned the video with: “The video that was too long for @bbcstrictly @bbccymruwales I think this tells it as it was.”

Fans flocked to share their sympathy for the star, with one saying: “Terrible the way you’ve been treated, Wynne. Stay strong.”

Another added: “This should have been shown in full!!!”

This one said: “Why didn’t they show us this – this almost destroyed you.”

The Sun has reached out to the BBC for a comment.

During Wynne’s This Morning interview, host Ben Shephard read out the following statement from the BBC: “For the avoidance of doubt, the video in question was filmed twice.

“All parties agreed at the time that the second more concise version would be better suited for social media.

“We know that people on social media have a very short attention span.”

SPEAKING OUT

Yesterday’s appearance on This Morning was Wynne’s first public TV appearance since the Strictly scandal erupted.

During the interview, the singer claimed he had not been contacted by the BBC after being axed from his Radio Wales show.

The corporation said he was offered a dedicated contact at the BBC and was offered “continued” mental health support since his contract concluded.

“I haven’t heard from the BBC since I got suspended, personally, they’ve only spoke to my lawyers”

“I just think that sometimes mental health is talked about … and sometimes I fear that it’s lip service that they give.

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Yesterday, Wynne slammed the BBC saying they abandoned him in his darkest hour[/caption]

“Mental health is still a really grey area — where we can say we’ve got that policy in place, but actually you need to look after people with mental health issues.

“Because in the flip of a light switch, the light can go out.”

Wynne also used the interview as an opportunity to address several incidents that generated headlines during his time on the Strictly live tour.

He spoke about the now-infamous “sex toy” incident involving fellow contestant Jamie Borthwick.

“We’re on tour, spending 24 hours a day with people, you get to know people really well,” he said. 

“It was a joke that went too far. He [Jamie] had been talking about this thing backstage — everyone in the dressing room was like, lets get him one.

“I ordered one off Amazon, and as soon as it arrived, it never left the dressing room, it went straight in the bin. The joke was over.”

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Wynne previously spoke to The Sun about the extent of his mental health battles following the scandal[/caption]

DARK DAYS

It comes after Wynne told The Sun he wanted to take his own life in his darkest moments.

He only found out he’d been fired by the BBC after reading it in The Sun – and days later ­discovered his BBC pass was deactivated without warning.

He told us: “One of the things I was disappointed with the BBC about is I’ve spoken openly about my mental health, I’ve made programmes for the BBC about it, done stuff for Mental Health Day.

“I’ve done long interviews for them where I’ve talked about wanting to kill myself. 

“Nobody should use that as an excuse if it’s not what they’re going through. But I’ve catalogued my mental health for years and I’ve been really open about it, so it was really hard and I felt like I was pushed to the real end.

“But I am feeling a lot stronger now.”

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Huge shock as SECOND Love Islander is dumped in brutal bombshell recoupling

LOVE Island continues to show no mercy in week one with another Islander dumped just days after launch night.

Manchester beauty Sophie Lee was the first contestant to be sent packing after she became the victim of an opening night twist.

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One villa boy has been dumped from the island[/caption]
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Sophie Lee was the first contestant eliminated[/caption]

American bombshell Toni Laites was introduced and told to steal the man of her choice. She broke up Ben Holbrough and Shakira Khan, giving the newly-single brunette 24 hours to graft the other guys.

The following night, the boys were asked if they wanted to swap their current partner for Shakira. She could then pick which of those boys she wanted to couple with.

By picking footballer Harry Cooksley, she eliminated Sophie.

This time around, it’s a boy who bites the dust after one is left single in a shock recoupling.

It follows the arrival of bombshells Shea Mannings and Remell Mullins, both of which got to pick first in the villa reshuffle.

The result of the recoupling will be aired tomorrow night.

Scaffolder Shea revealed he is a dad last night when he outlined the type of woman he is looking for.

The Bristol lad said:  “She needs to be bubbly and we need to have that initial spark. She needs to have a nice personality – like I think I have – so that we match together.”

He added: “Also, I have a little boy, so I’ll be taking him into consideration with who I couple up with, too.”

A scroll on his Instagram shows that two former Islanders – Ella Barnes and Uma Jammeh – have liked his photos. 

The two girls pressed the heart on Shea’s snaps between 2021 and 2023, but it seems they’ve since cut ties. 

Neither of the girls now follow the footballer on Instagram.

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Bombshells Remell and Shea arrived last night[/caption]
Love Island contestants at a recoupling ceremony.
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Love Island bosses are bringing the drama this series[/caption]

Love Island 2025 - current couples

LOVE Island's 2025 cast have already undergone a shake-up, here are the latest couples:

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