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People saying new statue erected in london park looks like a penis | UK News There is no original title provided to identify any biased words or phrases. Residents and dog walkers say it gives the monolith an unfortunate phallic appearance and silhouette. A new statue that was designed to look like Cleopatra’s needle has ended up looking a bit phallic. People walking in Betts Park near Penge, in south east London may have spotted a new monument that’s left some unable to look away. Locals living near the park say they are bemused by the giant obelisk that’s been…

Rebecca Joynes trial: Teacher guilty of having sex with two schoolboys There is no bias in the title provided. For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emailsSign up to our free breaking news emailsA teacher accused of having sex with two teenage pupils has been found guilty.Rebecca Joynes, 30, was already suspended from her high school job and on bail after engaging in sexual activity with Boy A, 15, when she began a sexual relationship with the second youngster, Boy B, whom she later became pregnant by.She was accused…

London’s best rooftop and terrace restaurants for summer 2024 The sun has finally started shining! And if like every other Londoner you’re on the hunt for the nearest available rooftop for an Aperol Spritz, we’ve got you covered. Welcome to Insta Talk – Your guide to London The Slice is your weekly guide to what’s happening in London, so if you’re looking for restaurant reviews, drinks deals or just a great new exhibition to visit on a rainy Saturday in the capital, we’ve got you covered. Click here for this week’s edit of the best things to do in town…

Piers Morgan says real Martha ‘lied quite a lot’ during tell-all interview Piers Morgan has shared his verdict on his much-criticised interview with the woman thought to be the ‘real Martha’ in Baby Reindeer. On Thursday, the 59-year-old interviewed Fiona Harvey, 58, about the Netflix drama created by Richard Gadd based on his real-life experience of being stalked by an older woman. Harvey, said to be the inspiration behind the character, repeatedly denied stalking Gadd and bombarding him with messages, describing the show as ‘a work of fiction, a work of hyperbole.’ Reflecting on the TalkTV interview, Morgan said he…

Fans fume over Netflix removing ‘near perfect’ period drama with 95% Rotten Tomatoes score Season three of Bridgerton just dropped and now one of the best period dramas on Netflix, Little Women, is set to disappear just as fans are craving more of the genre. The 2019 film, based on a novel by the late author Louisa May Alcott, stars Saoirse Ronan (Jo), Emma Watson (Meg), Florence Pugh (Amy) and Eliza Scanlen (Beth) as the March sisters. They are joined by Meryl Streep as Aunt March and Timothée Chalamet as Theodore Laurence. Greta Gerwig’s adaptation is actually the eighth time…

Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz left heartbroken by death of ‘angel’ grandmother Nicola Peltz’s grandmother Bunny has died aged 95. Bunny was Nicola’s maid of honour at her wedding to Brooklyn Beckham in April 2022. Bradley Peltz, Nicola’s brother, took to social media with the news, calling Bunny one of his ‘favourite souls’ who would always ‘brighten your day’. Sharing a picture of him with Bunny, Bradley wrote: ‘Today, we lost my angel on earth. ‘She was not only the happiest but one of my favourite souls I ever came across. She was the light that would brighten your day.…

Ahmed Alid: Asylum seeker jailed for life after murdering Hartlepool pensioner in ‘revenge’ for Israel-Hamas conflict A Moroccan asylum seeker has been jailed for stabbing a pensioner to death in “revenge” for the Israel-Hamas conflict. Ahmed Alid, 45, stabbed Terence Carney, 70, six times in Hartlepool town centre early on October 15 – eight days after Hamas attacked Israel. Minutes earlier he attempted to murder his housemate, Christian convert and former bodybuilder Javed Nouri, by breaking into his bedroom and hacking at him while he slept. Alid shouted “Allahu Akbar” – “God is great” – during the attack at the…

Has Giovanni Pernice quit Strictly Come Dancing? BBC’s statement doesn’t sound good Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has reportedly quit the programme. It has been claimed after reports of clashes with celebrity dance partners, the 33-year-old Italian dancer will not be returning to the show and is said to be ‘starting negotiations’ for another series. While Giovanni’s departure has not been officially confirmed at the time of writing, a spokesperson for the BBC refused to deny the claims. Instead, when approached by Metro.co.uk, they said: ‘The professional dancers for 2024 will be announced in due course.’ It comes after…

Sharon Stone and Liam Neeson hit with huge backlash over Kevin Spacey praise In a controversial statement, Liam Neeson and Sharon Stone expressed support for Kevin Spacey after allegations of sexual abuse. Last year, the House of Cards actor was acquitted of the 12 sexual offences alleged by four men between 2001 and 2013. One civil case was brought against him by Rent star Anthony Rapp who alleged Spacey had molested him when he was 14. Spacey won the case in October 2022. A recent documentary from Channel 4, Spacey Unmasked, reignited the speculation after airing new testimony from 10…

England captain Harry Kane receiving treatment for back injury in Euro 2024 scare England captain Harry Kane will miss Bayern Munich’s final match of the Bundesliga campaign against Hoffenheim after picking up a back injury. The 30-year-old striker – who has scored 44 goals in a record-breaking debut season for Bayern – has returned home from Germany and will receive treatment from his personal doctor. The news comes as Gareth Southgate finalises his plans for Euro 2024, with the England head coach set to announce his preliminary 26-man squad for this summer’s tournament next week. Kane has enjoyed a largely…