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Yahoo
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Channel 4 on the hunt for adult virgins in Bolton
Channel 4 is on the hunt to find virgins in Bolton aged over 21. The broadcaster is looking for people to join the line-up for the second series of a controversial new show, Virgin Island. The programme follows 12 adult virgins as they travel to a luxury Mediterranean retreat to embark on a unique course in intimacy, to see if it can help them overcome the fears that are holding them back. According to Cambridge University research, one in eight 26-year-olds are still virgins, compared to one in twenty in previous generations. All to know on Channel 4's new Death In Paradise-style thriller Get Millie Black 'I'm sick of it' - Gogglebox's Stephen Webb reveals why he quit Channel 4 show 17th century pub that featured on Channel 4 show is back open after closure A channel 4 spokesperson added: "Social media, pornography and loneliness. There are many possible causes, but the result is unprecedented levels of body image anxiety and a fear of sex and intimacy." A promo for C4 reads: "Are you a virgin and do you need help and guidance with your fears and insecurities around intimacy and sex?" Virgin Island is produced by Double Act Productions for Channel 4 and Channel 4 streaming. It premiered on May 12 last year with a next season already in the works. The C4 spokesperson explained: "This warm, authentic and thought-provoking series explores these issues as some of the world's leading sexologists take the twelve courageous virgins on a unique, hands-on programme, to help them take their first steps towards sex and intimacy. "But, with so many of the group terrified of even being touched, will any be able to fall in love, fall into bed… or even achieve their ultimate aim of losing their virginity?" In the last season, only one of the 12 contestants had sex in the end. The show has 'surrogate partners' assigned to contestants in an effort to make contestants feel more comfortable with intimacy. While the show was watched by many, others branded it as 'exploitative' and 'uncomfortable to watch".
Yahoo
12 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Neighbours on one street found themselves richer today after lottery win
Lucky neighbours had plenty to celebrate today, as the week got off to an amazing start for them. Residents on Booth Road in Little Lever are £1,000 richer today after striking it lucky in the People's Postcode Lottery. READ MORE: Bolton residents win prize on People's Postcode Lottery Subscriptions to the postcode lottery support a range of charities across the UK. The People's Postcode Lottery manages lotteries for 20 charities, with each one having one draw a month. The lottery supports "a wide range of charities and good causes across Britain and around the world". To date, they've provided more than £1.1 Billion in funding which is helping thousands of organisations and projects. A spokesman for the lottery said: "Drum roll please. "It's time to announce today's Daily Prize winners. "There's a lovely £1000 on its way to you if you play with one of these 20 lucky postcodes." (Image: Google Maps) The Little Lever address BL3 1JP was among those picked in the draw. Subscriptions to the postcode lottery support a range of charities across the UK. The People's Postcode Lottery manages lotteries for 20 charities, with each one having one draw a month. The lottery supports "a wide range of charities and good causes across Britain and around the world". To date, they've provided more than £1.1 Billion in funding which is helping thousands of organisations and projects.
The Sun
14 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Iconic sports brand returns to English football for first time in 13 years as Championship side announce partnership
REEBOK has made a sensational return to the English football market for the first time in 13 YEARS. Newly promoted Championship side Charlton has announced a new partnership with the global sports brand. As part of the multi-year agreement, Reebok will serve as Charlton's official kit supplier. It therefore brings an end to Charlton's association with Castore, who had produced the club's kits since 2022. CEO of Sports Hub Brands, Reebok's UK licensee, John Carden said: ' Charlton has a rich footballing legacy. 'And an incredibly passionate fanbase. At Reebok, we share this deep-rooted appreciation for history and the drive to innovate. 'This partnership marks an exciting step forward in our mission to reclaim our place in team sports, bringing our unique vision and craftsmanship to the pitch.' Reebok's last appearance in the EFL came more than a decade ago with Bolton - the Greater Manchester town where the brand was originally formed in 1895. Charlton, who celebrated promotion after beating Leyton Orient 1-0 in the League One play-off final at Wembley, announced the deal with a short red-tinted video on X on Sunday. Addicks fans can expect the new kits to be available for purchase ahead of the 2025/26 season. 3 The now American-owned footwear and clothing company began working with Bolton in the 90s. Like Charlton, Bolton welcomed Reebok weeks after winning promotion back to the Premier League in the 1996-97 season. EFL club release 'gorgeous work of art' kit and even rival fans want to buy it Between 1997 and 2012 their partnership encompassed shirt sponsorship, kit manufacture and stadium naming rights. It was the longest kit partnership in English football history, before it abruptly ended in 2014. Bolton's kit manufacturer then changed to Italian sportswear brand Macron, who became stadium sponsors for four years. Charlton Board member Ed Warrick added: 'We're delighted to welcome Reebok to our family. 'Their commitment to performance, culture, and innovation aligns perfectly with our club values. 'Our fans are going to love what Reebok has created, and as we step up a level on the pitch and we look forward to building a lasting legacy together.'
Yahoo
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
One year on and a Bolton comic was feeling the love today
Bolton's Paddy McGuinness was feeling the love today as he celebrated a landmark birthday - with fans of his Radio 2 show sending him their best wishes. For it is a year today, the comedian, took the 11am to 1pm slot on BBC Radio 2 on Sunday. Opening his show, Paddy, who is also a popular TV presenter, told his millions of listeners: "This first year has absolutely flown by." He was presented with a birthday banner and badge, from colleagues as listeners rang in and emailed messages celebrating the special anniversary. Paddy took over from the slot from Michael Ball who will become the new presenter of Love Songs, following the tragic death of legendary radio broadcaster Steve Wright. He became the latest Boltonian, alongside Mark Radcliffe, Vernon Kay and Sara Cox, to join the Radio 2 airwaves. READ MORE: Paddy McGuinness' excitement at Radio 2 show on Sunday Bolton's top 5 most popular celebrities revealed in new poll Paddy said: "It's our first birthday. "Thank you to all three million of you who keep me company every Sunday morning!" He jokingly said his birthday cake and balloons, party streamers were en route to the Salford studios, from where he broadcasts his show. Credit: BBC "I knew it was going to be a good morning when security recognised me for once, they must have got the birthday memo,"joked Paddy, who added receiving the birthday messages had him 'feeling the love'. And one listener even told him that initially she did not like the show. She told him: "Happy first birthday with the show,I didn't like it at first at then around Christmas,I found myself looking at the time eagerly waiting for 11am, and cannot wait to hear your voice. Since then I have been listening every Sunday." His 'dulcet' tones also have won over many other listeners, with one saying their whole Sunday revolves around the show. Paddy has enjoyed a successful career ever since he appeared in the hilarious Phoenix Knights, inspired by Bolton, alongside fellow comic Peter Kay. He is currently filming for another series of Inside the Factory. You can catch up with today's show BBC Sounds.
The Irish Sun
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘We'll pretend that didn't happen' – Laura Woods ‘pied' by Premier League cult hero, 51, after Champions League final
LAURA WOODS joked she was "pied" by former Paris Saint-Germain star Jay-Jay Okocha during the Champions League final coverage. Presenter , 37, was joined by the former Bolton star after PSG live on TNT Sports. Advertisement 3 Jay-Jay Okocha's exit from his live TV interview left Laura Woods embarrassed 3 Okocha missed Woods' outstretched arm before turning around Okocha initially came over to take a picture with Woods' co-stars, Rio Ferdinand, Steven Gerrard and Owen Hargreaves. And Woods - who has returned to presenting duties after having a baby with former Love Island star He revealed he was "amazed" by the scoreline and happy for his former club, who won their first ever Champions League trophy in style. After two minutes of talking, Okocha shook the three ex-footballers hands, before missing Woods out. Advertisement READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS The former talkSPORT host even stretched her arm out for handshake after thanking the 51-year-old for his impromptu interview. But Okocha seemingly missed it, instead passing Woods' hand while saying goodbye to Ferdinand, before turning to the rest of the lads. But the ever-professional host saw the funny side of Okocha's mishap and said, while laughing: "Why do I always get pied. "And it's not even meant. Anyway brilliant." Advertisement Most read in Football Live Blog Breaking Breaking Exclusive CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Since then, Woods replied to TNT's post on X with: " Why always me 🤣." The new mum also released pre-show footage where she PSG fans tear gassed in violent clashes with cops as 400 arrested and two dead after Champions League win Woods later Advertisement The Manchester United legend is after 10 years as a pundit. Meanwhile, Kate Abdo was The popular presenter, 43, was replaced by colleague Anita Nneka Jones during the build-up to the match. Two goals by Desire Doue in addition to strikes by Achraf Hakimi, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Senny Mayulu sealed a dominant win for PSG, Advertisement 3 Ferdinand spent a decade as a pundit for the network
