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Cristiano Ronaldo was handed a luxury watch worth £92,000 at the launch of a new collection, with the garish green design featuring 26 white diamonds – and his classic celebration on the back. The 38-year-old superstar is no stranger to being showered with endorsements, merchandise and goodies, and he looked delighted after being gifted the custom watch from Jacob and Co. Ronaldo was pictured at the opening of their boutique store in Saudi Arabia – where the legendary forward is plying his trade with Al-Nassr – as part of his role as an ambassador for the brand. The watch company are set to…

Five rescue dogs arrived in New Jersey on Saturday en route to their eventual forever homes, thanks to the efforts of volunteers of Pet ResQ Inc. based in Tenafly. The dogs, all mothers, were flown in from Ohio to Morristown Airport in honor of Mother’s Day. Robyn Urman, the founding organizer, said the goal of her efforts is to raise awareness about puppy mills. “These poor things, they live in cages,” she said. “They breed after breed after breed. They never get bathed. They never get touched by humans.” On average, the organization brings in 30 dogs a month, “which is a…

The southern state’s emergency management agency said tornadoes and thunderstorms left a trail of damage for more than 160km Dozens of people are injured and hundreds without shelter as search and rescue teams comb through the destruction looking for survivors At least 26 people were killed and dozens injured after thunderstorms spawning high straight-line winds and tornadoes ripped across Mississippi late on Friday, leaving hundreds without shelter, state officials said on Saturday. Four people were missing following the storms, which left a trail of damage for more than 100 miles (161km). The tornadoes struck Silver City, a town of 200…

Marvel star Elizabeth Olsen has recalled the dark side to her twin sisters’ Mary-Kate and Ashley’s childhood fame. Former child stars Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen attracted huge fame in the 2000s after they started acting as small children. The twins began their career on the long-running ABC sitcom Full House when they were just six months old. They stared in numerous TV series and films together through to their teen years, before turning their hands to fashion design as adults. They’re now said to be worth a whopping $500million. But the twins’ life of fame and fortune has come with…

Manchester United are reportedly plotting a club-record bid to sign Benfica star Goncalo Ramos – and Bruno Fernandes has already praised his countryman’s qualities. The Daily Mirror claim that United are readying a bid to sign the Portugal star, who impressed at the World Cup in Qatar, as well as Tottenham’s Harry Kane in an unprecedented double transfer. The 21-year-old is said to be seen by United chiefs as a ‘brilliant prospect’ for the future, with the club targeting a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo. It is perhaps apt, therefore, that Ramos replaced Ronaldo in Portugal’s starting XI for their World Cup last 16 match against Switzerland before going…

MANCHESTER UNITED fans are not happy after it has emerged that Wout Weghorst hopes he has a future at the club. According to The Times Weghorst is hopeful about extending his stay at Old Trafford with positive talks said to be taking place with the club. Wout Weghorst has taken a back seat in recent weeks under Erik ten Hag, starting only one of the last seven league games Weghorst has yet to score in the Premier League The Burnley loanee has made 27 appearances in all competitions for Man Utd, but has only managed to score three goals. The 30-year-old’s poor…

Lionel Messi’s representatives have rubbished rumors that the Argentine has agreed to join a club in Saudi Arabia after his contract at Paris Saint-Germain ends on June 30. Crediting an unnamed source, AFP reported Tuesday that Messi playing in Saudi Arabia next year was a “done deal.” However, Messi’s team told CNN Sport that such claims were false and that the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner would not make a decision on his future until after the Ligue 1 season is over. Later on Tuesday, Messi’s father, Jorge, released a statement on his Instagram Stories reaffirming that the 35-year-old’s future had not been decided. “There’s absolutely no agreement…

David de Gea has agreed fresh terms with Manchester United to extend his stay at Old Trafford. According to The Telegraph, De Gea has settled on a deal that comes with a lower basic salary and incentives for matches played and performances in competitions. The 32-year-old was on a deal worth more than £350,000 per week but United had no interest in renewing his contract at such high wages. His new contract is waiting to be signed off by United before an official announcement is made. A new contract for David De Gea makes sense Man United’s priority in the upcoming…

A rescue dog called Kelly has melted hearts online after a video went viral of her reaction when learning her foster mom was adopting her. The clip was shared on TikTok in April, under the username Waldosrescue, by the New York City dog shelter where Kelly was staying before joining her foster (now-forever) mom. In it, the animal can be seen cuddling with the owner as she lets Kelly know that she’s finally being taken in. Her new owner can be heard saying: “Guess what I have decided that I, listen to me, that I love you and that you were sent to my…

The death has raised questions about why school officials chose to go ahead with the trip even after forecasters warned of heavy rain approaching A state of emergency was still in place in parts of New Zealand on Wednesday amid widespread flooding, landslides, fallen trees and trapped cars A sign is seen for Abbey Caves near the northern New Zealand city of Whangarei, where the student’s body was found following a flash flood. Photo: Northern Advocate via AP New Zealand police said they have found the body of a high school student in a cave after a school group got into…

Elizabeth Olsen put a 1920s spin on the naked dress at the Oscars in Los Angeles on Sunday. The actress wore a sheer chain mail Givenchy halter dress adorned with beading, velvet bows and chiffon. Olsen paired it with peep-toe sandals by Giuseppe Zanotti. Olsen donned a diamond cocktail ring and chandelier earrings by Cartier. The actress’ longtime stylist Elizabeth Stewart put together her look for the evening. Using Phyto products, hairstylist Mark Townsend swept Olsen’s dirty blond locks into a sleek updo. Olsen’s makeup artist Pati Dubroff painted on a red lip and subtle blush. Manicurist to the stars Thuy Nguyen did the actress’…

Since arriving from Sporting Lisbon in January 2020, Bruno Fernandes has made quite the name for himself at Manchester United, but they did have some alternative targets in mind at the time. The Portuguese playmaker has made 180 appearances for United across all competitions and has scored 61 goals in that time. While he winds up plenty of opposition fans, he is a fan favourite at Old Trafford. We’ve taken a look back at United in the 2020 January transfer window and have picked out six players they targeted before getting a deal over the line for Fernandes. Fabian Ruiz Napoli reportedly valued the Spanish…

Manchester United are looking to sign Goncalo Ramos in a club-record transfer this summer, according to the UK Mirror. United boss Erik ten Hag wants to carry out a major summer rebuild at Old Trafford. Anthony Martial has lacked form and fitness this season, while Wout Weghorst’s loan will not be renewed, and Marcus Rashford prefers to play on the left. Manchester United are looking to sign Goncalo Ramos in a club-record transfer this summer, according to the UK Mirror. United boss Erik ten Hag wants to carry out a major summer rebuild at Old Trafford. Anthony Martial has lacked…

Portuguese winger Leão, a doubt for the semi-final first leg against Inter, has ‘invited’ the France captain to join him at San Siro. AC Milan fans become used to seeing Rafael Leão terrorising Serie A – and indeed European – defences from the left wing, with the Portuguese attacker having provided a total of 26 goal contributions (13 goals, 13 assists) in 44 appearances in all competitions this season. Yet it seems as if he himself is lining up a move for a man who could steal his place in the starting line-up…none other than Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappé. Leão: Mbappé is already a Milan fan…

Lionel Messi is bound for Saudi Arabia then. After months of speculation over whether or not he would join nemesis Cristiano Ronaldo in the Middle East, reports in France revealed on Tuesday morning that a deal is complete.  The Argentine World Cup winner, 35, will sign a massive contract worth £522million at Saudi side Al-Hilal. It will also see him reignite his long-standing rivalry with Ronaldo, who plays for Al-Hilal’s rivals Al-Nassr in the Gulf state. As Saudi Arabia continues to make power plays to establish itself as a global sports hub, the prospect of the two greatest players of their, or any, generation going head-to-head…

MAN Utd star Antony has been spotted appearing to use his phone while driving. A fan filmed the Red Devils ace at the wheel of his £300,000 Lamborghini Aventador. Man United ace Antony has been photographed appearing to use a mobile phone while driving his £300k Lamborghini Aventador Antony, who signed for United in January from Ajax for £80million, previously crashed his BMW X6 on a motorway The 23-year-old Brazilian winger pulled up at traffic lights near United’s Carrington training ground last Wednesday. The footage appears to show him holding the steering wheel with his left hand, with what appears to be a…

The Stanley family noticed a dog alone and in need while they were fishing near their home Two young brothers in Texas were heroes to a tiny dog in a tough spot at an area pond (SEE the rescue in the video, above). John Stanley, age 10, and Robbie Stanley, age 11, rescued a senior dog from the bushes in a pond near their home in San Antonio, Texas. The brothers spotted the dog while they were out fishing and brought it to their mom’s attention, news agency SWNS reported. Mom Allison Stanley, 32, knew immediately that the dog needed help. “I could clearly see…

Three people are still missing after a group of 15 foraging for Cordyceps sinensis were hit by an avalanche in the highlands of Nepal The parasitic fungus, also known as ‘yarchagumba’, is only found at certain elevations for a few weeks each year – and can fetch huge sums in China Three people are missing and 12 others were injured after an avalanche hit northwestern Nepal, where the group was picking “Himalayan Viagra”. Every year, thousands of villagers in Nepal and Tibet harvest the parasitic fungus Cordyceps sinensis, known locally as yarchagumba, which grows on the body of a caterpillar. It can fetch huge…

Elizabeth Olsen is among the most talented and hard-working actresses in Hollywood. She made her acting debut with a thriller film, Martha Marcy May Marlene in 2011. She was highly appreciated for the role and nominated for a Critics’ Choice Movie Award, among others. The actress received worldwide recognition and fame, with the role of Scarlet Witch or Wanda Maximoff in the MCU franchise. Her role as a powerful witch was widely appreciated in numerous Marvel movies and series to date. Captain America: Civil War actress recently won the Best Villain award for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness at MTV Movie & TV Awards 2023.…

Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford have created the most chances between teammates in the Premier League this season. Rashford and Fernandes have fashioned 36 chances between themselves. Fernandes has created 33 goalscoring chances for Rashford, while the Englishman has created three chances for Fernandes. Fernandes and Rashford lead these standings and are closely followed by Tottenham pair Harry Kane and Son Heung-min. Kane and Son have created 35 chances between them. Kane has been linked to the Red Devils and is reportedly Erik ten Hag’s number one transfer target for the summer transfer window – it’s no surprise why, going by this statistic. Kane has created…

Three Manchester United stars could be set to leave Old Trafford after being banished from the first team by Erik ten Hag. Erik ten Hag has not been afraid to be ruthless during his first year at Manchester United, as Cristiano Ronaldo publicly found out as his contract was terminated just months into the Dutchman’s reign at the club. While several fringe players found themselves exiled from the first team shortly after he took charge last summer and could finally be set to leave the club. According to reports at the beginning of the season, Ten Hag axed five members of the squad from…

Lionel Messi’s Paris sojourn was not meant to end like this — with 400 or so Paris Saint-Germain ultras turning up at the French club’s headquarters to sing abusive songs about him. It could have been worse — they then went to Neymar’s home to abuse him from the other side of his security fence. After PSG suspended Messi, docking his pay and banning him from the training ground for two weeks, it seemed unlikely he would play for them again. It remains to be seen if his video apology was heartfelt and will lead to a U-turn or if it is designed to make the club…

Despite achieving sporting superstardom, Mbappé has not allowed the dizzying heights of fame to pull him away from his roots or his principles. Upon arriving in France’s top flight, he made a point of taking on a number of charitable engagements; attending numerous fundraisers, visiting disadvantaged communities to play football with young kids and giving away considerable sums of money to help those in need. He donated the entirety of his salary for France’s victorious World Cup campaign in 2018 – roughly £400,000 – to a children’s charity, telling TIME Magazine: ‘I did not need to be paid. I was there…

Fans watching West Ham’s clash with Manchester United were far from impressed as Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Tomas Soucek were both allowed to stay on the pitch after a nasty clash of heads. The incident, which came as two men competed for a cross, saw both left lying on the floor in serious pain. The stoppage lasted seven minutes with a stretcher being brought out on a buggy as a precaution. It seemed as if neither player would be continuing in the game considering the new concussion laws. Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Tomas Soucek needed lengthy treatment after a clash of heads However, they were…