I took my wife's name and revealed my decision during my groom's speech at our wedding. The reaction has been shocking
But when Jack Legg married his wife Sophie in May 2022, he ended his with an apology.
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Metro
8 minutes ago
- Metro
Greek island dubbed ‘Mykonos of the Sporades' is a gem that's 26C in September
If you love Mykonos, but don't love crowds or extortionate prices, we've got just the dupe for you. Skiathos, a Greek island in the Sporades archipelago, has showstopper beaches, azure waters and nightlife that rivals its iconic Cyclades counterpart. Summer stretches well into September, with temperatures hovering between 21°C and 26°C. And, with easyJet flights from £66 one-way — Metro found a direct route on Thursday, September 18 from London Gatwick — getting there won't break the bank. If you can't make it this year, Jet2 is also launching a new route from London Luton in summer 2026. Fuel your wanderlust with our curated newsletter of travel deals, guides and inspiration. Sign up here. Skiathos's claim to fame is the 2008 Hollywood blockbuster, Mamma Mia! Part of the movie, inspired by the songs of ABBA, was filmed here. The rest was filmed on Skopelos, a craggy island an hour's ferry ride away. Metro's Sophie-May Williams spent a week exploring the island in July last year, and loved it for its exceptional natural beauty, friendly locals, and delicious food. You can read her guide to Skopelos here. But back to Skiathos. While Skopelos feels a bit like the land that time forgot, this island is fizzing with life. Pop culture lovers can immerse themselves in the world of film on the highly-rated Mammia Mia! tour. For £44, you can spend six hours visiting all the major filming locations. Skiathos also has stunning spots to sunbathe and swim. Lalaria is the perfect choice for a secluded experience. Located in the north of the island, expect crystal-clear waters, towering cliffs and white pebble beaches. Koukounaries in the southwest is popular for watersports. It boasts a long stretch of sandy beach, turquoise waters, and a pine forest backdrop. After a lively atmosphere? It's all about Banana Beach. Comprised of two beaches — Big Banana and Little Banana — these spots offer sunbeds, umbrellas, and beach bars. Word of warning: Little Banana is a nudist beach. Skiathos' beauty isn't confined to the coast. There are heaps of inland hiking trails that take you through verdant greenery and across streams. Koukounaries Beach Loop is one of the most popular, winding through wetlands, pine forests, and the Koukounaries Lagoon. The Olive Path is a longer, more challenging route. It starts in Skiathos Town, winds through olive groves and rural landscapes, and ends at Nikotsara beach on the northern shore. The capital 'city' (home to a permanent population of under 5,000) boasts shops, bars, and traditional tavernas on every corner. Spend an afternoon weaving through the maze of narrow streets, whitewashed houses and bougainvillea-draped balconies. You'll pass locals selling homemade crafts, from seaweed soap to geometric pottery. For a romantic sunset, head to the Bourtzi peninsula. It's a former Venetian fortress in the old port of Skiathos, connected to the main island by a small bridge. Finish the day with a short stroll back to the harbour for dinner and drinks, which in true Greek style, can last all night. Expect waiters to ply you with a complimentary shot of Raki — a strong aniseed aperitif — when paying the bill. During my trip to Skopelos last year, I spent a few days exploring Skiathos. The descent into the airport was one of the most breathtaking I've ever experienced: the cluster of Sporades islands broke up the cobalt waters, as boats bobbed up and down in the Aegean Sea. At one point, we were so close we could see people popping champagne on deck. The taxi from the airport to our accommodation — a rustic boutique hotel called BONSAI — took just eight minutes and cost €10 (£8.65). Rooms start from £50 per night. The hotel manager was always on hand to help: her recommendations of the best 'hidden gems' on the island led us to a tiny unnamed cove five minutes from our room. Complete with cerulean waters and golden sands, there wasn't another tourist in sight. It was a true local spot. From there, we strolled six minutes further inland and stumbled upon a classic Greek taverna called Marmita. Because the restaurant is away from the harbour, the experience felt a lot more authentic. Menus weren't littered with pictures, and the prices were a lot cheaper than the touristy joints. The lamb cooked in fennel leaves and served with potatoes and green vegetables was exquisite, and only cost €16.50 (£14.27). A glass of house red wine was €4 (£3.89). Skiathos enjoys over 300 days of sunshine each year, thanks to its trusty Mediterranean climate. This means summers are hot and dry, and winters are wet and mild. The summer months — June, July, and August — are the hottest, averaging between 27°C and 29°C. The shoulder seasons of May, June, and September, which command fewer crowds, peak around 23°C to 26°C. The best time to visit is early in the shoulder season, as during autumn and winter, the island winds down for the year. To backtrack, Mykonos introduced a 'sustainable tourism fee' for cruise passengers in July. More Trending Passengers disembarking are now required to pay a €20 (£17.29) high-season fee as part of Greece's initiative to manage tourism and its impact. While Skiathos has a high volume of tourists — approximately half a million each year — Mayor Thodoris Tzoumas has launched a sustainable tourism initiative to control the influx. During a recent visit to the island, he briefed Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on the €25 million programme. It includes investments in infrastructure and the development of marine projects designed to improve visitor experience and support long-term growth. 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The Sun
9 minutes ago
- The Sun
Michelle Collins ‘gutted and worried' as she's forced to stop show after audience member passes out and medics rush in
EASTENDERS legend Michelle Collins was left 'gutted and worried' after being forced to halt her stage performance when an audience member collapsed mid-show. The star, 63, was appearing in a live production of Motorhome Marilyn when paramedics rushed in, leaving Michelle and the crowd shaken. 4 4 Michelle made her Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut with a darkly funny new play inspired by a real-life encounter Michelle had in LA. The show, penned by Ben Weatherill (of Frank and Percy fame), follows Denise - a struggling actress obsessed with Marilyn Monroe. As Denise's Hollywood dream fades, she's forced to face the emotional toll of chasing fame, from ageing and rejection to identity and ambition. Michelle, best known for her iconic telly roles in EastEnders, Corrie, and Doctor Who, called the show 'so close to my heart'. She said: "When I encountered the show's real-life namesake out in LA, I couldn't have imagined that journey would lead me to this point. "However, thanks to Ben's, and my late friend Stuart's, wonderful writing, I can't wait to share this story with Edinburgh audiences this summer.' But the emotional performance took a real-life turn when audience members gasped as someone collapsed mid-show. Michelle was visibly shaken as medics rushed in. She later admitted to feeling 'gutted and worried,' saying she hoped the affected theatre -goer made a full recovery after they reached out on social media. Taking to X, Michelle replied: "I am so relieved just seen this I was only asking just now if anyone had heard anything about you, I hope it wasn't me talking about what I did that made you ill. EastEnders icon facing sack after 40 years amid fan backlash "It was all very worrying, please let me know if you would like to come back I'll give you a seat and a hug x." A friend of the ill theatre-goer responded: "Aww thank you that's really kind. Yeah she gave us all a bit of a fright! "As I said the event staff were so brilliant and really looked after her until the paramedics came. "She's mostly upset that Michelle had to abandon the end of the show - hope she's ok too!" Most complained about soap storylines Over the years, all three of the main soaps have featured plots that have had even die-hard fans reaching for their phones and laptops so they can get in touch with Ofcom and complain. Here are just some of the most scandalous... EastEnders baby theft: 13,400 Ofcom complaints - Back in 2011, EastEnders was flooded with complaints when Ronnie Branning (RIP) swapped her baby for the dead son of Kat Moon. The storyline drew the most number of objections in the soap's long history and saw it roundly criticised by campaigners - with 13,400 flying in over the course of the storyline. Some viewers called it 'distressing' and 'horrific' but Ofcom ruled the scenes were not "unduly disturbing'. Emmerdale dog-napping: 550 Ofcom complaints - Back in 2016, Ross Barton and Charity Dingle came up with a plan to steal a dog and hold it ransom - but viewers didn't like it one bit. The nation's pet owners rose up, insisting the storyline would encourage copycats (not to mention copydogs). Complaints over two episodes totalled a staggering 550 and soap writers quickly learnt you don't mess with animal-lovers. Coronation Street double murder: 546 Ofcom complaints - Marginally less people complained about a gruesome double murder than objected to a dog-napping plot when Pat Phelan was at the centre of a spate of killings. First he forced Andy Carver to shoot dead Vinny Ashford - and then Pat killed Andy. All the bloodshed back in 2017 proved to be too much for some viewers, who lodged complaints in vast numbers about the 'violent scenes'. Michelle answered: "Phew, so happy she is ok as we didn't find out anything, god don't worry about the end of the play more important she is ok I was very worried indeed we all were. "Maybe she can come and just pop her head in for the end? It's a good ending too! Xxx". Motorhome Marilyn is running at Doonstairs, Gilded Balloon Patter House, from 30 July to 25 August 2025. Meanwhile, EastEnders bosses have let Michelle have a month off from the soap to star in the play. As well as playing the Walford villain, actress Michelle also runs a firm called It Worx Limited - which she started in 1996. It takes in cash from her telly work and its bottom line has been swelled by money from her lucrative EastEnders contract. The business was down to £20,000 just before she inked her new deal. But figures sent to Companies House and published this week for the 12 months to March this year show cash reserves of almost £200,000. And she has a Corporation Tax bill of £69,694 – meaning her earnings were around five times that sum. The actress first joined EastEnders as scheming Cindy in 1988 for a two-year stint. She returned in 1992 for six years before taking a longer break. She thrilled fans with a shock comeback to the BBC soap after a 25-year hiatus in 2023. Even though Michelle was thrilled when the show's former executive producer Chris Clenshaw asked her to come back to Albert Square, the star wasn't sure how Cindy would be received by viewers. Speaking at the TRIC Awards at Grosvenor House in London, Michelle said: "I didn't know if people would be happy that she was back. I really didn't know, you have to take that risk! "But, I think she's gone down quite well. I think people are liking her. "People don't want to see nice Cindy. She was nice for a while, and they don't want to see nice Cindy - I promise you, they don't! "Sometimes I'll pick up the scripts, and I'll go, 'Oh no, you can't. Really? Having an affair with his son? No, it'll be fine, people love her.'" 4 4
BreakingNews.ie
9 minutes ago
- BreakingNews.ie
Davina McCall ‘not afraid of dying' after brain tumour removed
Former Big Brother presenter Davina McCall has said she is 'not afraid of dying' after she underwent an operation to remove a benign brain tumour. In April, the 57-year-old confirmed her 'final MRI' had showed a colloid cyst, which she had removed in November 2024, is 'not coming back', after it was found when she was offered a health check-up as part of her menopause advocacy work. Advertisement McCall told Fearne Cotton's Happy Place podcast: 'I am not afraid of dying anymore and it was the biggest journey of my life. From August 23 to November 24 was an amazing time where something changed. 'Begin Again, the podcast I started to help other people on their journey of living a life that they love enough to feel on their deathbed, whenever that may be, that I have no regrets. McCall said her only concern around her death was how her family would cope. Photo: Ian West/PA. 'I have lived the life I wanted, and I'm not lying there going, 'I wish I'd done that thing, wish I'd done that job, I wish I'd not stayed in this relationship', all of those I haven't lived the life I want (things), and Begin Again is about just begin again and live the life you want.' McCall, who is a judge on ITV singing show The Masked Singer, said her only concern about death is how her family would cope. Advertisement Speaking about the time her tumour was found, she added: 'I thought I need to get my brain in the right place and that was to a place where I could be calm, and what did I need to do to do that? Were my kids going to be okay if I didn't make it? That's all I really cared about. 'I knew Michael (Douglas, her partner), Michael's a whole person, Michael's Michael, but I was really worried about my kids. 'I went forensic on thinking about my children and where they were at in their life, what stage they were at. You're only as happy as your unhappiest child, right? 'I came to a realisation after about six months of cross-examining them about their life and telling them the whole time how much I've loved my life. My eldest daughter kept caught on. She was like, 'you are not dying', I was like, 'no, no, no', I realised that they would be great. Advertisement 'They'd miss me and I want to be with them but they would be okay. I felt like I could go to sleep on the operating table and know that they were all here to help me, but I can let go of the outcome and it was the best gift. I am not afraid of dying.' After her surgery, McCall spent time in intensive care before recovering at home with the help of Douglas. She spoke about the removal of the tumour while co-presenting this year's Red Nose Day for Comic Relief and said it was 'the hardest thing I've ever been through'. According to the NHS, non-cancerous brain tumours are more common in people over the age of 50, and symptoms include headaches, vision problems and drowsiness, and some can be 'difficult to remove without damaging surrounding tissue'. Advertisement McCall, the host of reality dating show My Mum, Your Dad, has long advocated for women's health issues, and has presented a documentary called Sex, Myths And The Menopause and another on contraception called Davina McCall's Pill Revolution. She became an MBE in the King's birthday honours for services to broadcasting in 2023 and was given a special recognition gong at the National Television Awards in 2024 for her broadcasting career. The full interview can be listened to on the Happy Place with Fearne Cotton podcast.
