Matt Davies

Lana Corina describes how her 34-year-old fiancé, personal trainer Marco Damaggio, became ill after a gym session during a heatwave and died despite her performing CPR and paramedics’ efforts. His previously undiagnosed heart condition was only confirmed after his death. Corina, who is pregnant with their first child, is urging people—particularly athletes experiencing symptoms—to seek medical checks, while a friend has launched a fundraiser to support her and the baby.

Ken Bruce reflected on Steve Wright's departure from BBC Radio 2 and argued that even popular radio presenters remain at the mercy of programmers and management seeking the next big thing. Bruce said Wright was unhappy when his daytime programme ended but remained gracious, endorsed successors Scott Mills and Sara Cox, and acknowledged that there are more important matters than losing a show. Wright, who died in 2024 aged 69 from acute peritonitis and a perforated gastric peptic ulcer, had spent decades in British broadcasting and was honoured for his contribution to radio.

A radio listener identified as Nina described a wedding where the groom allegedly revealed photographs of his bride having an affair with the best man during the speeches. He reportedly said he wanted to humiliate her, called off the wedding and left, while the bride ran away crying. The wedding staff continued serving guests despite the disruption, and radio presenters Jamie Theakston and Vogue Williams criticized the groom's decision to expose the affair publicly.

The Repair Shop metalwork expert Dominic Chinea apologised to viewers after cutting his finger badly while restoring a Land Rover Series 1 at his Cornwall workshop. He paused work on the vehicle to recover and edit his video, while also reporting that his attempts to create a pond at home had failed after it repeatedly drained.

England is facing its fifth heatwave of the year, with temperatures forecast to reach 36°C and drought conditions affecting more than 45 million people. Hosepipe bans have been introduced across parts of England and Wales, carrying potential fines of up to £1,000 for uses including watering gardens and filling paddling pools. Carla, from Barking in Essex, admitted continuing to use a hosepipe for her garden and grandchildren’s pools, arguing that water companies’ sewage pollution, slow leak repairs and executive pay made the restrictions an “absolute joke.” Essex and Suffolk Water said the ban was necessary because of low rainfall, river flows and dry soils, while the Environment Agency’s drought designation placed further pressure on residents to reduce non-essential water use.

James Martin said he once feared his television career could end, a concern reflected in his intense work ethic and habit of sleeping in a camper van to arrive early for appearances. In an interview with Simon Rimmer, Martin acknowledged that he still cares deeply about his work despite feeling less anxious than in the past. The chef rose to prominence on BBC's Saturday Kitchen before moving to ITV's James Martin's Saturday Morning. The article also recounts his diagnosis of facial cancer in 2017, surgery in 2018 and subsequent treatment, describing the experience as one of the most difficult periods of his life.

An unnamed Ohio man won approximately £272,000, or $366,250, on the Millionaire Blowout scratch card game and later won an additional £13,600 after tax on a second card. He plans to use the money for a holiday, a new car, gifts for his children and savings. The story also recounts former lottery winner Timothy Schultz’s warnings about requests for money from strangers and notes record Powerball jackpots, including Edwin Castro’s $2.04 billion win and a recent multibillion-pound prize.

Martin Kemp said filming Channel 4’s three-part travelogue Martin and Roman’s Irish Road Trip gave him valuable one-on-one time with his son Roman, whom he usually sees in work or family settings. Both described their relationship as genuine and said their on-camera closeness reflects their bond away from television. Roman also discussed the unusual experience of growing up with his father’s violent EastEnders character and seeing Martin portrayed as dying in multiple ways.

Holly Willoughby revealed to Katherine Ryan that her children believe their kitten Teddy went to live with his mother, rather than knowing that he was accidentally run over after causing problems in the house. The disclosure comes as Willoughby develops her YouTube series Holly Willoughby Together, featuring guests including Stanley Tucci, Emma Bunton, Nicole Appleton and Joanne McNally, following her departure from This Morning in 2023 and her focus on the Wylde Moon lifestyle brand.

Vogue Williams announced that she will temporarily replace Amanda Holden on Heart Breakfast alongside Jamie Theakston. Speaking on the podcast My Therapist Ghosted Me, she called the opportunity a dream, praised Theakston’s radio skills and said she was looking forward to the early-morning schedule. The announcement came as she returned from a family holiday in Spain, where she also discussed the challenges of managing her three children in the heat and admitted that taking them out of camp for a full day had been a mistake.

A taste test of original porridge pots from seven UK supermarkets and Quaker ranked M&S first with a 9/10 score, praised for its thick, creamy texture and low sugar content. Tesco came second at 8.5/10 and was judged to outperform the more expensive Quaker, which placed third at 8/10. Aldi was highlighted as the best budget choice, while Morrisons and Lidl ranked lowest because of thin or bitty textures and, in Morrisons' case, excessive sweetness.

Queen Camilla is described by close friends as embracing her expanded royal duties despite having previously preferred a quieter, career-free life. Gyles Brandreth notes that she and King Charles must increase their pace rather than slow down with age, while Catherine Mayer highlights the significant shift Camilla has undergone in taking on such a prominent role. Camilla remains focused on family celebrations and is set to renew her commitment to children’s literacy by providing personal messages in special editions of Katherine Rundell’s book Impossible Creatures. Genealogical reports also link her to singers Madonna and Celine Dion as distant cousins.

Alan Titchmarsh recommends using aluminium salt-based Hydrangea Colourant to help hydrangeas thrive in dry, sandy soil, noting it can significantly alter bloom colour. He recounts learning the technique early in his gardening career and highlights that the product remains widely available. He also encourages gardeners to use inexpensive annuals to fill gaps in summer borders, reflecting on their value during his early years of gardening.

A humorous on‑air slip by Vernon Kay while reading a listener message about Crocs led to laughter and a playful warning from his BBC Radio 2 colleague Ellie Brennan, prompting Kay to jokingly suggest he might be in trouble. The incident occurred amid renewed public attention on his personal life as Tess Daly was seen wearing her wedding rings at Wimbledon following the couple’s recent announcement of an amicable separation.

Thirty beluga whales stranded at the closed Marineland park in Niagara Falls are set to be relocated to aquariums in the United States and Spain following NOAA approval, pending veterinary checks. Financial difficulties at the park and the deaths of 20 whales since 2019 heightened the urgency of rehoming the animals. Five aquariums, including SeaWorld locations, Georgia Aquarium, Shedd Aquarium and Oceanogràfic València, will take in the whales and provide specialized care. A separate rescue saw a stranded humpback whale named Timmy successfully transported to the North Sea after weeks off Germany’s coast.

Gemma Atkinson joked that a fan’s claim that Gorka Marquez resembles Novak Djokovic has ‘ruined’ their relationship, prompting playful banter between the couple on their podcast. The discussion followed a listener message noting a likeness between Marquez and the tennis star, which both Gemma and Gorka partly disputed. The article also notes Marquez’s recent departure from Strictly Come Dancing after a decade and mentions a recent holiday the pair took that was disrupted by illness.

A mother from Exeter was fined £480 for taking three of her four children out of school for a five‑day family holiday in Gran Canaria during term time. She argues that the trip was educational, saved significant costs compared with travelling during school holidays, and that her honesty with the school led to unfair punishment. Devon County Council states that term‑time holidays are generally unauthorised under national guidance and fines are expected when schools do not approve absences.

A man named Andrew describes surviving a 100-foot fall at Kaaterskill Falls in New York and recounts two vivid near-death experiences involving light phenomena and what he interpreted as guardian angels. He sustained multiple severe injuries but was rescued by a nearby doctor and airlifted for treatment. Despite extensive trauma, he returned to college less than two months later.

Harriet James recounts in her memoir that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor asked her an inappropriate personal question during a dinner in York more than two decades ago, describing his behaviour as crude and dismissive when challenged. The story resurfaces amid recent sightings of Andrew keeping a low profile at Sandringham, where royal commentators say some family members have shown him sympathy despite his continued attempts to avoid public attention.

Gregg Wallace reflects on his departure from MasterChef, saying he misses the salary, travel and wardrobe budget that came with his two decades on the BBC series. After misconduct allegations resulted in his dismissal, he has put his £1.3m Kent home up for sale and plans to downsize for financial stability to support his wife and young son. While continuing to post on his YouTube channel, he describes the end of his TV career as painful but remains proud of his long tenure on the show and hopes to build a more relaxed life, potentially spending time in Italy.

Fearne Cotton revealed on Vernon Kay’s BBC Radio 2 show that she faced severe mental health struggles during her earlier television career, worsened by paparazzi pressure and the lack of open discussion about mental health at the time. She described managing depression, OCD and later acknowledging issues including bulimia, often without telling colleagues. Kay apologised, saying he had not known. Cotton has since stepped back from TV to focus on her wellness brand and podcast.

Two friends in Nottingham received an unexpected serving of cheesy chips at a Wetherspoons pub, finding cold chips and separate slices of cheese instead of the melted topping they anticipated. Staff suggested the issue stemmed from selecting American cheese in the app, prompting laughter and a viral TikTok post. Despite the mishap, the pair said they would continue visiting the pub chain.

Dawn French reflects on ageing and mortality while discussing her new novel Enough, which explores themes of death with humour and hope. She notes a desire at 68 to confront difficult subjects and speaks about losing loved ones and wanting a long life herself. French also recalls several past celebrity encounters, including moments with Brad Pitt, Hugh Grant and Eamonn Holmes, while emphasising her intent to speak candidly at this stage of her life.

Richard Hammond clarified in a DriveTribe video that he believes he may indeed be banned from Jeremy Clarkson’s Cotswolds pub, a long-running joke among the former Top Gear trio. The exchange follows earlier humorous comments about seeking bans from each other's pubs, with James May also noting that Clarkson claimed he was barred. The renewed discussion comes shortly after Clarkson attended the wedding of Clarkson’s Farm co-star Kaleb Cooper, where he supplied Hawkstone-branded alcohol.

A travel vlogger and F1 photographer reviewed Jeremy Clarkson’s Cotswolds pub, praising multiple dishes including the steak pie, sausage and Eton mess, and calling the meal the best lunch he had eaten in Britain. Despite considering the pub fairly priced for its quality and not overrated, he noted the inconvenience of needing to book far in advance, which delays return visits.

A mother shopping with her children in Essex was initially barred from entering a Tesco store during a heatwave after a security guard claimed her tie‑back top could be untied by others and leave her exposed. She covered her back with a gym sweater to complete her shopping but described the guard’s behaviour as judgmental and victim‑blaming, leading her daughter to become anxious about clothing choices. Tesco apologised, stating the incident should not have occurred, and the woman’s online post about the experience received widespread support.

Coleen Nolan recalled a mishap the night before her wedding to Shane Richie, spending hours with her thumb glued to her finger while alone ahead of their elopement in Orlando. Speaking with her children on a podcast, she reflected on the rushed wedding and how family interference led to their decision to elope. The story follows recent condolences she received after announcing the death of her horse, Paddy, and includes an upcoming appearance on a celebrity baking show.

Kaye Adams says she is enjoying having space and focusing on new projects after her departure from BBC Radio Scotland amid disputed allegations about her conduct. She continues to deny claims made against her and has expressed disappointment over how her long tenure at the station has been portrayed. Adams has multiple upcoming podcasts and a home renovation underway, while also publicly congratulating fellow Loose Women panellist Oti Mabuse on her pregnancy and appearing on This Morning to share the news.

Cadbury Dairy Milk ranks highest in a comparative test of seven supermarket chocolate bars, praised for its familiar taste and balanced sweetness. Budget options from Lidl and Aldi perform strongly, outperforming more expensive alternatives. Marks & Spencer offers a rich but heavy bar, while Sainsbury’s scores lowest due to its bland flavor and hard texture.

Davina McCall reflects on her past heroin addiction during an emotional conversation with her best friend Sarah Hiscox, who recalled being frightened as she watched Davina lose control during the late 1980s. Sarah shared how Davina’s behaviour and drug use alarmed those around her, leading to a pivotal moment when she urged Davina to stop. The difficult exchange marked a turning point that helped Davina end her drug use, culminating in a heartfelt expression of gratitude toward her friend.

James Haskell recalls discovering a photo of Richard Madeley in Chloe Madeley’s family home during their early relationship, initially mistaking it for a sexual preference before learning Richard was her father. He reflects fondly on Richard and Judy’s kindness toward him. The article also highlights the couple’s long broadcasting careers and their comments on maintaining a strong relationship after stepping back from working together.

A recycling manager urges the public to focus on four key recyclable plastics—bottles, pots, tubs and trays—to reduce contamination and sorting costs, while warning that items like cling film, crisp packets, batteries, electricals and vapes should not go in household recycling due to safety and processing issues. A refuse collector clarifies that supermarket carrier bags are recyclable but must be returned to stores, while paper bags are widely recyclable. Experts highlight the environmental and safety implications of incorrect disposal.

James Haskell described how he reassured Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan of their continued importance as grandparents following his separation from their daughter Chloe Madeley. He said the couple were surprised by him when they first met and explained that despite the emotional difficulty of the split, he intends to maintain a positive relationship with them. He emphasised strong co‑parenting with Chloe and a shared focus on their daughter Bodhi.

Helen Skelton dismisses rumours that she is romantically involved with her BBC Morning Live co‑host Gethin Jones, emphasising they are close friends and colleagues. She describes how speculation escalated to claims of an engagement and clarifies she is not dating. Skelton reflects on her split from Richie Myler and notes she has not confirmed any new relationship. Both she and Jones are nominated for National Television Awards, adding further public interest to their working relationship.

Vogue Williams describes identifying an online troll who repeatedly sent her abusive messages and confronting the troll’s family. She also recounts a separate incident involving an Instagram user who insulted her appearance, prompting her to publicly tag the person before later removing the post after they apologised. She emphasises wanting to teach accountability without encouraging further harassment.

Katie Price discusses ageing and symptoms of perimenopause, describing issues such as brain fog and night sweats. She also addresses public scrutiny surrounding her relationship with Lee Andrews, who denies fraud allegations and says he is willing to take a lie detector test. Journalist Clemmie Moodie characterises Price’s rapid marriage and personal struggles as consistent with her history and driven by a desire for love.

Claudia Winkleman expressed her strong dislike for summer, criticising the season, its fashion and what she described as its arrogance amid an ongoing European heatwave. Her stylist recounted wardrobe challenges during filming of The Celebrity Traitors, highlighting logistical hurdles in harsh weather. Winkleman also publicly supported the new Strictly Come Dancing presenting team following her and Tess Daly’s planned departure after the 2025 series, with fans responding positively to the updated lineup.

King Charles III apologised in person to a group of fishermen after learning they had been moved from a prime spot on the Thurso River due to a scheduling mix‑up involving his visit. The fishermen, initially frustrated after being told to relocate during their £4,000-per-person trip, said the King appeared unaware of the situation and was embarrassed by it. His visit reportedly left them impressed by his courtesy. The article also notes comments from former royal butler Grant Harrold, who said Charles long intended to keep Clarence House as his primary residence rather than Buckingham Palace.

Vogue Williams said she has become obsessed with rapper Bad Bunny, prompting husband Spencer Matthews to tell her it was getting weird after she kept looking at photos served to her by Instagram’s algorithm. The comments came during a discussion with Joanne McNally on their podcast. Williams, who recently announced her fourth pregnancy, also dismissed past rumours about her marriage, stressing the couple remain together.