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Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
BBC's Carol Kirkwood opens up on 'severe' accident that left her off air for weeks
BBC Breakfast presenter Carol Kirkwood was rushed to hospital after being knocked off her bike in a horror accident during the pandemic. Carol Kirkwood has opened up about a terrifying accident that left her hospitalised and unable to work on BBC Breakfast for three weeks. The 63-year-old weather presenter was knocked off her bike during the pandemic, resulting in a severe knee injury. In a recent interview with Saga magazine, she revealed how the incident has affected her love for cycling. Carol shared: "During the pandemic, I was on my bike and someone drove into me, knocking me off. I was taken to hospital with a severe injury to one of my knees and was off work for three weeks." She went on to explain how the accident has instilled a fear of cycling on roads, addig: "The accident stopped me cycling and gave me a fear of riding on roads. "I've been back out on my bike with Steve but when a car overtakes, I get nervous and feel I'm going to fall off. So I don't tend to cycle any more, which is a shame because I loved it." At the time of the incident, Carol took to Twitter to share that she had been "injured" and was taken to hospital in Slough. She expressed her gratitude towards the police and ambulance crew who assisted her, saying: "Biggest thanks ever to the police (Chris and Faye), the ambulance crew (Miranda and Stewart) who tended to me and took me to hospital." After three weeks away, Carol returned to BBC Breakfast, informing viewers that her leg had been hurt. "I still have a nasty injury on my knee but I'm still here," she told concerned viewers at the time. In the same interview, Carol candidly discussed her 13-year age difference with her husband Steve. She revealed: "Steve is 50 this year. Other people's opinions about an age gap don't matter - I don't feel he is younger than is so romantic. On the days I work, he gets up at 2.45am to make me a cup of tea and packs my breakfast." The Breakfast host has been keeping herself busy, having recently published her third novel Meet Me at Sunset earlier this year, reports the Express. Carol Kirkwood's full interview can be found in the August issue of Saga magazine. BBC Breakfast is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
1News
2 days ago
- Business
- 1News
'Devastated' Sounds Air to axe two routes, sell some aircraft
Regional airline Sounds Air will sell five aircraft and cut two routes from September, blaming rising costs and a "deadlock" over provincial air services. The carrier confirmed it would axe its Blenheim to Christchurch and Christchurch to Wānaka services from September 28, reverting to what it calls a "back to the future" model squarely focused on Cook Strait crossings. The airline will expand its Cessna Caravan fleet for shorter sectors while seeking buyers for five larger Pilatus aircraft, in order to help "rebuild the viability of the business". Sounds Air managing director Andrew Crawford said the airline's hand had been forced. "We are truly devastated that we have been forced into this position after five years of fighting for a solution," he said in a statement. ADVERTISEMENT "It will mean the loss of a number our dedicated and skilled staff, but we are also hugely disappointed for our incredibly loyal customer base who rely on us to get around New Zealand - not only for tourism and leisure purposes but also for regional access to critical healthcare, higher education, and to do business that contributes to regional economies." The Government is hoping to boost tourism with more money for international marketing. (Source: Breakfast) Sounds Air and other carriers, including Air Chathams, wanted the Government to step in and called for a concessionary loan scheme, 1News reported last month. The firm had already withdrawn Wellington to Taupō and Wellington to Westport routes in December. Crawford said the company had been fighting rising costs that threatened regional aviation, and that it faced a "deadlock" between government and private capital markets. "We are not alone in this, Air New Zealand and other regional carriers in New Zealand, and worldwide, have been hit by the same cost increases, and the irony is that our passenger demand has never been stronger," he said in a statement. "Government appears to believe that private capital markets will step in to sort this out, while on the other hand, private capital markets believe that government should step in to level the playing field like they do in other parts of the world, in order to maintain essential regional air services." Sounds Air will continue operating its core Cook Strait routes including Wellington to Blenheim, Wellington to Nelson, Wellington to Picton, Blenheim to Paraparaumu and Nelson to Paraparaumu. ADVERTISEMENT Associate Transport Minister James Meager has been approached for comment.
Edmonton Journal
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edmonton Journal
Premier Smith flipping flapjacks at KDays pancake breakfast
Article content The sun was shining, the griddles were hot, and uplifted tunes played over the loudspeakers as hundreds gathered at Klondike Park for the Premier's Pancake Breakfast, the official kick-off to KDays 2025. With the smell of fresh pancakes in the air and hot food lines serving up pancakes, eggs, sausages, juice, and drinks, the festive mood was unmistakable. Article content Premier Danielle Smith worked the flapjack line alongside Explore Edmonton staff and volunteers, flipping pancakes, pouring syrup and greeting families. Article content Article content Article content 'KDays is part of Edmonton heritage, it continues to deliver tremendous excitement, welcoming nearly three quarters of a million people last year, and I'm sure you're gonna break records again this year.' Article content Article content The breakfast event, open to the public from 9-11 a.m., drew thousands of attendees, including elected officials, community partners, families and performers. Thanks to presenting sponsor North Central Co-Op, the first 5,000 guests received free gate admission. Article content Outside the gates, crowds began lining up early, eager to be among the first inside. Article content Article content 'We're so incredibly grateful to so many government leaders who are here today flipping pancakes,' said Traci Bednard, president and CEO of Explore Edmonton. 'The premier, I can see, has some mad skills in that.' Article content KDays remains one of Alberta's largest annual events, drawing hundreds of thousands each year. Bednard noted the festival has run since 1879 and highlighted what's new this year, including a second music stage powered by CKUA, international competitions and expanded youth programming. Article content Article content 'The feature product program is where innovators, foodies, techies, designers and dreamers get their moment in the spotlight, from wild snack creations to one-of-a-kind, handmade goods,' Bednard said. 'We've deepened our partnership with Indigenous communities and are welcoming more local artists and performers. There really is something for everyone here.'
CNET
4 days ago
- General
- CNET
From Crumbs to Melted Cheese, Here's How to Clean Your Toaster
While you may clean your counters and dishes daily, your kitchen appliances need a little love, too. Whether you prefer buttered toast, avocado toast or toaster pastries, you need to be cleaning your dirty toaster -- probably more often than you think. After enough use, I started noticing a burnt odor and uneven browning in my own toaster. That's when I realized the culprit wasn't the bread but the mess of loose crumbs and food particles lurking inside the toaster. Crumbs pile up fast, and if you don't clean them out regularly, they can burn, stink and even turn into a fire risk. Worse? Leftover food bits can attract bugs, especially in hot weather. Luckily, giving your toaster a deep clean is easier than you might think. It takes just a few minutes, doesn't require any fancy tools and can save your breakfast (and your kitchen) from disaster. For more cleaning tips, learn how to wash your bedding the right way and how to clean your kitchen in under 15 minutes. How to clean out your toaster If you use your toaster as often as I do (daily), you'll need to clean it at least once a week. If you use it sporadically, you can get away with cleaning it every few weeks or so, or when you notice food remnants building up. Here's the best way to clean your toaster: CNET 1. Unplug your toaster and do the usual upside-down shake thing over the sink. No, just shaking the appliance over the sink isn't entirely effective. 2. Pull out the crumb tray, if it has one, and then wash it with warm water and dish soap. 3. While you let the crumb tray dry, dampen a cotton cloth with a little white vinegar and wipe out the slots where the bread, pop tarts or other treats sit. 4. If there's stuck-on food residue left over from breakfast pastries on the heating elements, gently brush them with an old toothbrush dampened with white vinegar. 5. Wipe the insides down with a water-dampened cloth to remove any vinegar residue. 6. Give the toaster one last good upside-down shake. 7. Wipe down the outside of the toaster with another dampened cloth. Let the toaster dry inside and out completely before plugging it back in. It should only take a couple of hours to dry. For more household tips, check out how to kill mold in your washer and keep it away and how to clean cat pee from your couch. Frequently asked questions Can you submerge a toaster in water to clean it? No, you should never submerge any electrical appliance in water, as it can damage the internal components. How do I get burn marks off the toaster? If you've gone a long time without cleaning your toaster, you may have some burn marks on the top of it leaving an unsightly brown mark. To fix this you can make a paste of equal parts water and baking soda and while the toaster is still unplugged, scrub with a toothbrush or non-abrasive sponge. Afterward, wipe it clean with a soft, damp cloth to remove the paste. More home cleaning tips
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Katie Price SLAMS Love Islanders for having sex on TV and insists she would ‘never' do it
KATIE Price has slammed Love Islanders for having sex on TV and insisted she would "never" do it. and sister Sophie gave their brutal assessment on the recent edition of . 6 Katie Price has slammed Love Islanders for having sex on TV and insisted she would "never" do it Credit: Tiktok 6 The villa superfan and sister Sophie gave their brutal assessment on the recent edition of The Katie Price Show podcast Credit: Tiktok 6 Love Island fans were left gobsmacked recently as Harrison and Lauren had sex in the villa again Credit: Eroteme Love Island fans were left gobsmacked recently as In a jaw-dropping moment Harry was seen handing a condom to Harrison and Lauren as things And fans of the show have demanded Speaking on their podcast, Sophie asked Katie: "Did you watch night before last:" Love island Katie replied yes, then Sophie said: "What about Harrison, and is it Lauren?" "Hold on, what? Yeah, I haven't. Didn't watch last night," replied Katie. "Do you know that they've had sex in the villa?" questioned Sophie. "Oh yes!" exclaimed Katie. Most read in Love Island Sophie stated: "What the hell!" Watch heartbreaking moment Love Island girl is left uncontrollably sobbing as boy she slept with recouples with rival "You need to watch last night. But honestly, how, like, brazen to do that in front of everyone?" retorted Sophie. "I wouldn't," Sophie replied: "Yeah, sex in the villa is a rare occurrence, isn't it? So it's like, oh." Katie reiterated: "I would never have sex on telly." And her sister agreed with her sentiment and said: "Nor would I, Absolutely not never. It's gross, no." Viewers have been up in arms over the way . Fans were then outraged after a She was left sobbing And in last night's episode, Meanwhile, Katie has taken another The mum-of-five, 47, was married to the pop star, 52, in the noughties, but the 6 Lauren was blindsided at the recent recoupling Credit: Eroteme 6 Katie has recently taken a swipe at her ex Peter Andre Credit: Getty 6 Katie and her sister Sophie on Breakfast television Credit: Rex
