Eiffel Tower Evacuated, Bomb Teams Sent In After Security Threat
The Eiffel Tower was evacuated early Saturday afternoon after a security alert was raised, Agence France-Presse reported. Bomb
2023-08-12 22:24
America’s Fastest Growing City Is Embracing ‘Yellowstone’ Mania
The leader of the fastest-growing US city is betting that Yellowstone mania and quality-of-life issues in bigger metros
2023-08-12 22:21
Does Johnny Depp struggle with addiction? Actor's excessive partying is apparently causing his friends to worry
'There are probably a lot of reasons [for which] he wants to check out, but some say the Amber drama still affects him,' an insider claimed
2023-08-12 21:57
He's 'just Ken' but will the 'Barbie' movie change his popularity?
On and off the big screen, it’s Barbie’s world and Ken is just living in it
2023-08-12 21:26
Adam Thomas diagnosed with long-term health condition ahead of Strictly Come Dancing
Actor Adam Thomas has revealed he has been diagnosed with a long-term health condition just days after being announced as the eighth celebrity contestant who will compete in the forthcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing. Sharing a post to Instagram on Friday (11 August) to celebrate his 35 birthday, the Waterloo Road actor told his followers that he has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. “As much as I act like a kid, my body is telling another story…” he wrote. “I’ve been in a lot of pain since January,” he continued. “It started with my knees and then travelled to my wrists, fingers and now ankles and toes.” Thomas explained: “I never knew what was happening and finally after several blood tests and back and forth to doctors and hospitals, I’ve been diagnosed with rheumatoid Arthritis!” The actor, who is best known for playing Donte Charles in BBC school-based drama, said that he originally thought arthritis was something that people are diagnosed with “later on in life”. Last week, Thomas was announced as the eighth celebrity contestant to appear on Strictly Come Dancing, but has said that he is “up for the challenge”. “The reason I signed up to Strictly is because I just want to be able to move again, get fit and do it, all with a smile on my face!” he wrote. “It really couldn’t have come at a better time I’m a firm believer of everything happening for a reason, and I know the journey I’ve been on was meant to happen, to never take small things in life for granted! …Like going for a run, playing with my kids and just being able to walk with no pain!” “I know it’s going to be tough and I’ve definitely got my work cut out but am up for the challenge and can not wait to get on that dance floor!!” Thomas, who marked his birthday by sharing a picture with his wife, Caroline Daly and their two children, told his followers to “stay positive” and “get the right help where and when you can”. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease and long-term condition that causes pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints. The condition usually affects the hands, feet and wrists and can cause flare-up periods, where symptoms become worse for a period of time. According to the NHS, the condition often stars when a person is between 30 and 50 years old, and women are more likely to be affected than men. Thomas played Adam Barton in ITV soap Emmerdale and also appeared in I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here in 2016, and went on to co-host the spin-off I’m a Celebrity: Extra Camp. Speaking in a statement ahead of his Strictly debut, Thomas said he has been a fan of the dance competition “for years”. “I can’t believe I’m actually doing it!” he said. “I can’t dance to save my life but I’m buzzing to learn and have a good laugh with my pro. Get me on that dance floor... I can’t wait!" Former Strictly contestants have been sharing their words of encouragement for Thomas as he embarks on the challenging training schedule. “You’re so strong and with your family behind you, you can conquer anything. Can’t wait to see you smash it on Strictly ,” wrote singer and presenter Fleur East, who competed in last year’s competition. TV presenter Angela Scanlon, who will be competing alongside Thomas this year, wrote: “You’ve got this.” Find the full Strictly Come Dancing 2023 lineup here. Read More Husband ‘ruins’ dinner because of his wife’s typo: ‘The worst kind of control freak’ Fan who went into labour at Pink concert names newborn son after her From Angela Scanlon to Zara McDermott: The fashion of this year’s Strictly contestants Linda Evangelista opens up about co-parenting with son’s stepmother Salma Hayek Katharine McPhee reveals she and David Foster suffered a ‘family tragedy’
2023-08-12 17:51
Mediterranean Diets Won’t Shield You From Food Inflation
Overall inflation rates may be slowing across Europe, but the price of ingredients to make traditional dishes in
2023-08-12 14:27
Pence signals debate plan to attack Trump and DeSantis for not pushing national abortion ban
Former Vice President Mike Pence says he expects to call out former President Donald Trump and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis during this month’s Republican presidential debate for not insisting on a national abortion ban
2023-08-12 08:54
China Faces Early Attack From Crop Pests After Extreme Weather
China’s farmers are facing an earlier than expected assault on their crops this year as extreme weather accelerates
2023-08-12 08:24
5 ways 'Red, White & Royal Blue' is different from the book
Prime Video's adaptation of Casey McQuiston's Red, White & Royal Blue is as fluffy and
2023-08-12 07:47
13 Fascinating Facts About Grapes
Wine grapes and table grapes are a huge agricultural asset. It's no wonder that the humble grape is among the world's largest fruit crops.
2023-08-12 06:29
US-China Flights Approved to Double Under Government Agreement
Flights between the US and China are set to double from current levels by the end of October
2023-08-12 06:25
Mick Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac is 'heartbroken' after losing his restaurant in Maui wildfires
Musician Mick Fleetwood of the famed group Fleetwood Mac said his restaurant, Fleetwood's on Front St, in Lahaina, Hawai'i has been lost due to the wildfires raging there.
2023-08-12 05:27