3 days agoNews TopicsComments Off on Frank Warren leads tributes as iconic boxing trainer James Cook dies just months after tragic cancer diagnosis aged 66
FRANK WARREN has led the tributes to boxing trainer and former champion James Cook – who has passed away at 66.
Cook – who won the British and European super-middleweight titles during his career – was diagnosed with bladder cancer this year.
MBE Cook passed away after a short cancer battleRex FeaturesEx-boxing champion James Cook has passed away aged 66Rex Features
And after a short battle, he has sadly passed away as boxing mourned the respected coach and former fighter.
Promoter Warren posted: “Incredibly saddened to learn of the passing of James Cook MBE.
“A true gentleman of our sport who achieved incredible things inside and outside of the ring.
“The work he has done for youths in East London will live on forever and he will be hugely missed.
“Our condolences to his family and loved ones for their sad loss RIP.”
Cook turned professional in 1982 after a successful amateur career and fought British greats in Michael Watson and Herol Graham.
He won the British and European titles in the space of a year and retired after losing to Cornelius Carr in 1994.
3 days agoNews TopicsComments Off on Nick Knowles marries Katie Dadzie as bride shuns tradition in blue floral gown as pair celebrate wedding day
NICK Knowles, 62, has married his fiancée, Katie Dadzie, 34, in a stunning ceremony at the luxurious Braxted Park Estate in Essex.
The DIY SOS star and the mum-of-two were all smiles as they posed outside the country house, with the bride showing off her chic style in a stunning blue and white gown.
n.cKatie Dadzie looked stunning in her unconventional bridal gown[/caption]
n.cNick opted for a pink tux to get married in[/caption]
n.cThe DIY SOS star sweetly helped his friend get suited and booted[/caption]
n.cKatie added a train and veil to her bridal outfit[/caption]
n.cThe businesswoman added some bling to her outfit[/caption]
Nick, 62, and 34-year-old businesswoman Katie have been keen to keep everything under wraps so the star-studded day goes off without a hitch.
In new photos, Nick can be seen wearing a dapper pale pink tuxedo with black lapels, matching black trousers and a black bow tie.
In one sweet pic, Nick can be seen adjusting his friend’s bow tie to ensure everything is perfect.
Standing proudly next to Katie, the dapper groom chatted to guests while the photographer tried to shepherd everyone together.
Meanwhile, Kate looked relaxed as she smoothed back her hair while holding on to a glass of fizz.
Wearing a beautiful white gown with a large blue floral design decorating it, the sweetheart neckline accentuates her figure perfectly.
Accessorising the outfit with some bling, the 34-year-old added a diamond necklace and an extra ring and bracelet to her right hand.
The Sun previously revealed that Nick and Katie have splashed the cash for their big day, with insiders telling us it’s set them back six-figures and guests are in for an unforgettable day.
A source said: “Nick and Katie’s big day is taking place at Braxted Park, a stunning location in Essex.
“He’s invited all of his famous pals, including his Strictly co-stars so it’s going to be a proper showbiz bash.
“Katie’s dress is beautiful and is going to blow people away. Nick and Katie’s guests will be treated to delicious food and amazing entertainment – really no expense has been spared.”
He then married Eddie’s mum Jessica Moor in 2012, but they split in 2016.
Nick is also dad to son TJ from his relationship with dancer Paula Beckett.
Nick was determined to get back to 100% fitness in time for his wedding to Katie.
The DIY SOS star revealed earlier this year that he was learning to walk again after suffering an injury on Strictly Come Dancing.
n.cNick opted for a pink tuxedo for his third marriage[/caption]
n.cThe couple were spotted getting ready for photos outside the luxury venue[/caption]
n.cBraxted Park Estate in Essex is the largest walled estate in the country[/caption]
3 days agoNews TopicsComments Off on Ultra-rare 90s Ferrari hypercar owned by fashion icon goes on the market for eye-watering price
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AN ULTRA-RARE 90s Ferrari hypercar owned by a fashion icon has gone on the market for an eye-watering price.
For a whopping £5.9 million, you could be the next owner of a rare 1995 Ferrari F50.
mediadrumimagesThe rare 1995 Ferrari F50 is listed for auction for an eye-watering sum[/caption]
mediadrumimagesThe motor is in immaculate condition[/caption]
This F50, described as “one of the most truly special and unique F50s available” is one of just two US-specification F50s in Giallo Moderna.
Images show the yellow hypercar with a contrasting Nero leather interior in immaculate condition.
With fewer than 5,400 miles on the clock, the car was commissioned by fashion icon Ralph Lauren whose collection of motors is widely seen as one of the most elite in the world.
The listing states the motor was “ordered new and retained for eight years” by the fashion powerhouse.
The F50 produces 513 horsepower and sprints to 60 miles per hour in just 3.6 seconds, powered by a 4.7 litre naturally aspirated V12 engine.
It also has a removable targa roof and is clothed in carbon fibre, Kevlar and Nomex honeycomb composite.
The motor also retains its Ferrari Classiche Certification which confirms the originality of all its components.
In addition, a new Red Book will accompany the sale.
This follows the F50 receiving a fresh service at Ferrari of Central Florida which included a fuel bladder replacement, new tyres and renewed brake components.
It’s set to go on auction with RM Sothebys and will be sold with original documentation.
This includes a “duplicato” warranty book, the owner’s manual in its original leather folio and a Ferrari flashlight.
The listing states: “It is very rare that Mr. Lauren has parted with a car once acquired, making the opportunity to purchase a vehicle with his provenance quite a rarity.
“The car is offered with fewer than 5,400 miles at the time of cataloguing and has just received a fresh service by Ferrari of Central Florida at the end of 2024, including replacement of the fuel bladder, tyres, and brake components.
“Further, the F50 also had its Ferrari Classiche Certification reviewed and renewed last year, with a new Red Book to be received by the time of sale and, of course, confirming that all components remain original and exactly as they should be in such a well-preserved, much-loved example.
mediadrumimagesThe car was commissioned by a fashion powerhouse[/caption]
mediadrumimagesThis F50 is only one of just two made to US specification in Giallo Moderna[/caption]
“In a world of low-mileage F50s, this car benefits from the sought-after US specification, as one of only two in this rarefied colour, and from a pristine, ‘no-stories’ history, beginning with Ralph Lauren and continuing with 22 years in the good hands of the present owners.”
The F50 hasn’t been shown in public or displayed since 2009.
Just 349 production F50s were built and while every one is special, some are more special than others.
Only 55 were made to US specification and of those, only two were finished in Giallo Modena.
3 days agoNews TopicsComments Off on ЄС намагається поглибити оборонні зв’язки з G7, поки Трамп “віддаляється” від Європи — Bloomberg
0 Політика Трампа підриває європейський порядок безпеки. Європейський Союз намагається зміцнити оборонні зв’язки з ключовими союзниками по G7, оскільки президент США Дональд Трамп послаблює роль Вашингтона в безпеці Європи, повідомляє Bloomberg. Цього місяця ЄС планує укласти угоду про партнерство з Канадою в галузі оборони й безпеки, яка відкриє шлях канадським компаніям до нового оборонного фонду, […]
3 days agoNews TopicsComments Off on Former NCAA athletes to be paid $2.8 billion for lost NIL earnings
The House Settlement is approved by a judge, and that is good news for thousands of former NCAA athletes. The NCAA is agreeing to pay $2.8 billion in lost NIL earnings to athletes, per Yahoo Sports. Schools are also chipping in to help cover all the costs, per college sports reporter Ross Dellenger. NIL stands […]
3 days agoNews TopicsComments Off on Jets’ Quincy Williams reveals how Aaron Glenn is already challenging him
Since the New York Jets hired Aaron Glenn as their next head coach, Quincy Williams cannot wait for the 2025 season to begin. Williams, 28, sees Glenn’s hiring as a new beginning for himself. As one of the leaders of the Jets’ defense, Williams revealed he spoke with Glenn as soon as he got hired, […]
3 days agoNews TopicsComments Off on Spurs’ Stephon Castle hits 2025-26 outlook with reality check after ROY win
With the 2025 NBA Draft approaching, it’s easy to forget now, but leading up to last year’s draft and once Stephon Castle’s name was announced, it appeared as though the San Antonio Spurs may had again come away with a potential Rookie of the Year. His quiet confidence tells you that the former UConn Husky […]
3 days agoNews TopicsComments Off on Orioles’ Ryan Mountcastle dealt brutal 8–12 week injury timeline
Already in last place in the AL East, the Baltimore Orioles have now taken another major hit. At 25–37, the O’s trail the first-place New York Yankees by 14 games and have struggled to find any sustained rhythm through the early part of the 2025 season. Now, they’ll have to navigate the next 8–12 weeks […]
3 days agoNews TopicsComments Off on Horse racing tips: Big-price outsider is interesting quickly sent over fences
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CHAMP DE GANE (3.22 Perth)
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JET PATROL (2.12 Perth)
He has gone close on his past two hurdles runs and this looks a good chance.
KING COCONUT (5.07 Perth)
He looks capable of better now going handicapping for Nicky Richards.
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3 days agoNews TopicsComments Off on Met Eireann issue new thunderstorm warning for 5 counties NOW after 10 cattle killed by lightening in ‘freak event’
MET Eireann has extended a four-hour thunderstorm warning that kicks in NOW to include three more counties.
The alert warns of “scattered thunderstorms with a chance of hail” and follows reports that 10 cattle were killed on a farm in Co Cavan after lightening struck the earth in a “freak event”.
Met EireannFive counties have been placed under a Status Yellow thunderstorm warning[/caption]
Met Eireann warned of scattered thunderstorms and a chance of hailAlamy Stock Photo
Met Eireann today placed Waterford and Wexford under a Status Yellow thunderstorm warning, kicking in just before 2pm.
The weather boffins upgraded the warning to include Carlow, Kilkenny and Tipperary at 3:30pm.
The Status Yellow alert, which warns of spot flooding and lightning damage, will expire in all five counties at 6pm this evening.
Looking at the forecast ahead this afternoon, Met Eireann said: “Some showers will be heavy and thundery with some hail possible before they become more isolated this evening.
“Cool with highest temperatures of 12C to 16C in moderate northwest winds.”
The weather bosses confirmed it will be dry at first tonight with clear spells.
But later in the night, scattered showers will spread across the country from the northwest as temperatures plummet between 4C and 9C.
Separately, 10 cattle yesterday died after lightening struck the earth in field in the Butlersbridge area of Co Cavan.
The county was under a thunderstorm warning until 6pm yesterday evening.
It is understood the cows had taken shelter from heavy rain under a tree in the middle of the field when a bolt of lightning struck the earth, killing the 10 heifers instantly.
Maurice Brady, County Chair of the IFA told the Anglo Celt it was “big tragedy” for the farmer, adding: “Hopefully it doesn’t happen anyone else.”
Senator Sarah O’Reilly, who sits on the Agricultural Panel, described the incident as “an unbelievable freak event”.
She told the Anglo Celt: “For that kind of an event to happen any person is shocking.
“The cost financially and emotionally to a farmer who spends his time looking after his herd, his cattle, his stock.
“To go into the field and see something like that must have been just gutting.”
Meanwhile, Met Eireann has forecast the weather over the next week to be “continuing changeable”, but added that it will gradually become milder and more humid over the next few days.
The forecaster has pinpointed Wednesday as the hottest day of the week, with temperatures possibly reaching 22C in some spots.
Met Eireann said: “Wednesday will be a warm, humid and mostly cloudy day with a fair amount of dry weather and some rain or drizzle in places.
“Highest temperatures of 18C to 21C or 22C with moderate south to southeast winds.”
0 Політика Трампа підриває європейський порядок безпеки. Європейський Союз намагається зміцнити оборонні зв’язки з ключовими союзниками по G7, оскільки президент США Дональд Трамп послаблює роль Вашингтона в безпеці Європи, повідомляє Bloomberg. Цього місяця ЄС планує укласти угоду про партнерство з Канадою в галузі оборони й безпеки, яка відкриє шлях канадським компаніям до нового оборонного фонду, […]
