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The mum of a teenager who allegedly sent nude photos to a well-known BBC star says she "instantly recognised" the presenter when shown a screenshot of a video call he held with the youngster.

The girl who Amy Winehouse reportedly wanted to adopt believes she could have saved the tragic singer if she'd been with her. Dannika Augustin, who it's believed was close to being adopted by the late singer before her untimely death, says she still thinks about Amy every day and believes she could have made a difference. In an emotional chat, Dannika, now a mum herself and in her twenties, remembers how the Grammy-winning star's face lit up with happiness and her struggles with alcohol and drugs seemed to disappear when they were together.The two formed a deep connection during Amy's last year alive in the beautiful St Lucia, and it's reported that the Back to Black singer was making plans to bring Dannika back to London before her tragic passing.

Oldham's Alex Batty, who came back to the UK after spending six years as a missing person living on the run in Europe, has revealed details of his life after returning home at the end of 2023. Including that he does not want either his mum or grandad to get caught by police after he was 'kidnapped'.

Former Manchester City winger Leroy Sane has been tipped for a surprise return to the Premier League.

James Sutton has confirmed he has split from his wife, Rachael Collin, after five years of marriage.The Hollyoaks star, 40, best known for playing the iconic role of John Paul McQueen in the Channel 4 soap, first met his wife at Glastonbury Festival eight years ago and the pair returned three years later to tie the knot. But now, the couple have called time on their relationship with James describing their split as "very sad but amicable".

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Judi Dench’s latest update on her deteriorating eyesight is that she can no longer see on film sets. She previously disclosed that her eyesight loss had made it near impossible to read film scripts. Speaking to the Sunday Mirror (via The Guardian), the Oscar winner said losing her ability to see has been “the most terrible shock to the system,” adding, “Ghastly.

Since joining the cast of Hollyoaks back in 2006, James Sutton has become known for his role as John Paul McQueen. Despite leaving the soap to star in Emmerdale in 2009, 40 year old James returned to Hollyoaks in 2012 where he has remained ever since. During his time on the Channel 4 show, the actor has been at the centre of some important storylines, including male rape.

The Pogues‘ Shane MacGowan is recovering in hospital after being admitted to intensive care.The musician had spent a number of days in the ICU for an unspecified health issue, his wife Victoria Mary Clarke confirmed. It is understood he has been in hospital in Dublin since the end of June.“He is still in hospital but he is doing well and being looked after,” she told The Irish Sunday Mirror.

Nikki Sanderson became emotional as she completed her High Court phone hacking trial, saying it had been “humiliating” and “a horrific experience from the start to the end”. The Coronation Street and Hollyoaks star, 39, is suing Mirror Group Newspapers alongside Prince Harry and her former co-star Michael Le Vell over alleged phone hacking and unlawful newsgathering. Over two days of evidence, the actress was forced to revisit tabloid stories of her relationship with co-star Danny Young, she was quizzed over her decision to pose in lingerie for men’s magazines, and she described her fear at being pursued by paparazzi.

First Dates star Merlin Griffiths has received an "all clear" scan result after suffering with bowel cancer. The 48 year old announced the happy news on social media, as he shared a snap of the email he received after his scan. It read said:"Your CT scan has just come through.

Lawyers representing Mirror Group Newspapers accused Prince Harry of wasting court time after he failed to arrive at the High Court in London Monday morning for his phone hacking trial against the publisher, which owns British tabloid the Daily Mirror.

Perhaps birthdays shouldn’t be prioritized so much?!

Prince Harry has arrived at the High Court in London to give evidence in his phone hacking trial against Mirror Group Newspapers, the publisher of the British tabloid the Daily Mirror.

A win for Prince Harry!

Met officers on Instagram on Friday. Harvey, 20, suffers from Prader-Willi syndrome and autism. His mum took to social media to reveal a letter sent to her from discrimination investigators in the Met’s Professional Standards Department.

Katie Price has said she feels "betrayed" ahead of an investigation into Metropolitan Police officers who are accused of making callous jokes about her severely disabled son Harvey.

Roman Kemp has revealed that advice he received from his friend, singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, has helped him through his battle with depression. The 29-year-old Capital Breakfast presenter has previously spoken candidly about his mental health struggles and last year released a documentary looking at the mental health crisis affecting young men. Speaking to the Sunday Mirror, Kemp said: “Ed told me there’s dirty water at the top and the more you let it flow it turns into clear water.

A Manchester aid worker captured in Ukraine sent a message to his two daughters telling them 'I love you so much' before he tragically died - and it's now been delivered to them in person by a freed hostage he was held and tortured with, reports the Sunday Mirror.

Harry Redknapp reveals how he feared for beloved wife Sandra after a serious attack of Covid left her barely able to breathe. The ex-soccer manager and winner of TV’s I’m A Celeb says Sandra, who needed two operations, could not talk and had to communicate by notes. And a problem with swallowing had Harry fearing she could choke to death.

Manchester United are considering a move to sign Brighton defensive midfielder Moises Caicedo during the ongoing transfer window - according to reports.

Boris Johnson is set to make an announcement that could pave the way for increased use of imperial measurements after the UK’s break with the European Union, reports have said. The government is preparing to open a consultation into how to further incorporate imperial measurements in Britain, the PA news agency understands.

Prince William and his wife Kate Middleton have announced their decision to turn royal protocol on its head and be addressed by their names instead of their titles. The news was revealed in The Mirror this weekend, with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge reportedly wanting to scrap outdated formality – including bows and curtsies – while they are on duty.

First Dates bartender Merlin ­Griffiths has given a health update amid his ongoing cancer battle. The Channel 4 star announced that he was diagnosed with bowel cancer in September of last year. He told of how he was set to face a year of treatment with doctors telling him he has a 75% chance of living more than five years.

Twin sisters have claimed Hugh Hefner gave them drugs dubbed "leg spreaders" due to the hypnotic effect as they plan to sue to the Playboy brand for emotional distress and trauma.

Bury South MP Christian Wakeford has said Boris Johnson is "living on borrowed time" as he hit out at the prime minister for "poisoning the Tory Party from top to bottom”.

Corrie and I'm a Celebrity star Simon Gregson has plenty of hidden talents - including poetry, karaoke and even dressing up in drag - his wife Emma has revealed.

I'm A Celebrity's Danny Miller had some great storylines during his 13-year stint on Emmerdale - but his fiancée says his greatest role has been supporting her through the toughest of times.

Danny O’Donoghue has often been private about his love life and he’s now shared how although he’s wonderfully loved-up with his real partner, he’s also had an ‘imposter girlfriend’.

Katie Price has finally spoke out after her drink-driving car crash as she admits "full responsibility" over the incident.

It’s a nappy day for EastEnders star Sid Owen who has revealed that he’s set to become a dad for the first time at 49.

First Dates star Merlin Griffiths has revealed he's been diagnosed with bowel cancer.The 46 year old star was diagnosed just six weeks ago and has vowed he won't let the disease "get the better of him." In an interview with the Sunday Mirror, the star discussed the moment he told his seven year old daughter Alix the heartbreaking news. "I said, ‘Dad’s got cancer’.

Vicky Phelan travelled to the United States in January to take part in a clinical trial which she hopes will prolong her life, although she has suffered plenty of side effects along the way.

Supermodel Kate Moss is prepping to become a tattoo artist. In a chat with the Sunday Mirror, the model’s longtime friend and tattooist Daniel Casone opened about her alleged plans.

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Roxanne Pallett is pregnant with her first child at the age of 38.The Emmerdale actress, who recently said she was "ridiculed and vilified" and understands why Meghan Markle fled the UK, announced the news to Sunday Mirror.The soap star explained that she feels "like the luckiest woman in the world" as she prepares to welcome her first child with husband Jason Carrion in the autumn in New York City, where she lives.

Nikki Grahame’s mum admitted she begged the nurses not to let her daughter leave the hospital just hours before her death. Heartbroken mother Sue Grahame, 66, has spoken out for the first time since her daughter’s tragic passing following her battle with anorexia.The Big Brother star passed away at the age of 38 in April.