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Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Family of hiker 'heartbroken' after body found
The family of a London hiker who died on an Italian mountain range have said they are "heartbroken" after his body was discovered on Saturday. Aziz Ziriat, 36, went missing while hiking in the Dolomites with his friend Sam Harris on New Year's Day. His remains were found by a specialist search team lying in a rocky crevice about 400m (1,300ft) below where Mr Harris's body was discovered almost five months ago. Mr Ziriat's family said: "Whilst we are relieved to have finally found him, there are no words to describe how heartbroken we are to lose our beloved Aziz." The family said the past few months had been "incredibly difficult for everyone who knew and loved him". "But we have been comforted by the overwhelming love we have received - we will be eternally grateful for everyone's support," they added. They also expressed "heartfelt thanks and deepest gratitude" to the alpine rescue team, the firefighters, police and volunteers who had "all worked tirelessly, in challenging and dangerous conditions" to find his body. The family added: "Being with Aziz was to witness his deep connection with and appreciation of life. "He lived every moment with optimism, good humour and humility; he was, and still is, loved by so many." Mr Harris's body was discovered on 8 January. The friends had not been heard from since 1 January and they did not check in for their flight home on 6 January. Their last known location was near a mountain hut called Casina Dosson, close to the town of Tione Di Trento, near Riva Del Garda on Lake Garda. Mr Ziriat's body was found on Saturday in the Passo di Conca area by specialist search teams including a canine unit, Trentino Alpine and Speleological Rescue confirmed. A spokesman said the rescuers "lowered themselves down the wall below the base of the slope, where the dog finally signalled the missing man's body in a rocky crevice, where it had been covered by snow". The Palace for Life Foundation - the official charity of Crystal Palace Football Club where Mr Ziriat worked - said they were "deeply saddened" by the news. In a statement the charity said: "Aziz was an incredible person with an infectious love for life. Throughout his time here Aziz formed close friendships throughout the local community. "He was a compassionate, kind and generous individual who brought warmth and positivity to everybody met. He is deeply missed by all of us here at Palace." Listen to the best of BBC Radio London on Sounds and follow BBC London on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to Body of hiker missing since New Year's Day found British hiker's family devastated as items found Search for missing hiker called off for the day Palace for Life Foundation The National Corps of Alpine and Speleological Rescue - Italy
Scottish Sun
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
We're Premier League cheerleader twins & there's 5 strict rules – you HAVE to wear lashes & our leg ‘pops' are legendary
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TWO Premier League cheerleaders have revealed the five strict rules they must follow. Jessie and Jessica Botchway, twins who live in London and work for Crystal Palace Football Club, are known as 'The Crystals Cheerleaders'. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 These twins, who are Premier League cheerleaders, have revealed the five rules they are required to follow Credit: tiktok/@botchwaytwinsx 5 Jessie and Jessica Botchway claimed that foundation and false eyelashes are a must Credit: tiktok/@botchwaytwinsx 5 Not only this, but they also have to be very careful when on social media Credit: instagram/cpfccrystalsofficial 5 The sisters revealed the unwritten rule that all cheerleaders follow when taking pictures with fans Credit: Getty But the gorgeous girls claimed that not only do they have to wear false eyelashes for matches, but their leg 'pops' are also legendary. Posting on social media, the 23-year-old duo, who have amassed 73,400 followers on TikTok, prepared to get ready for a 'game day'. The content creators are part of the only cheer team in the Premier League and revealed the five rules they have to follow when at work. Firstly, the sisters claimed that having a full face of make-up is required. The twins, who sleep in the same bed and have only ever spent a few hours apart, recognised that while their make-up doesn't have to be really 'heavy', they do have to wear foundation as a minimum. Secondly, the pair explained that 'mascara is not allowed' and instead, they 'have to have lashes on'. They claimed that if they don't, they will look as though their eyes are closed in pictures and so as a result, false eyelashes are required to give their faces some 'va-va-voom'. As well as this, the twins explained that they 'have to have' their hair down. Half-up hairdos are not allowed and slick-back ponytails are certainly out of the mix, as the twins stressed: 'For Crystal Palace Cheerleaders, your hair has to be down and voluminous - curled in some way.' The twins recognised that this rule applies as they have a lot of 'hairography' in their dance routines, which often involve hair whips. Inside the day of a World Darts Championship cheerleader ahead of Luke Littler semi-final Next, the twins stressed that being part of a Premier League club means they have to 'be mindful' when it comes to their social media presence. The twins acknowledged: 'It's a given, it's a big club, it's a brand, you have so many people who then follow you - there's children, you have to put your best foot forward.' If you guys have ever taken a picture with the team, you will notice that everybody will slightly pop a leg, they'll bevel the knee Jessie and Jessica Botchway Similar to this, the twins recognised that they are not allowed to 'slander the club' and must have a "positive mentality at all times.' The final, unwritten rule that all of the cheerleaders follow arises when it comes to taking pictures. 5 The twins shared: 'If you guys have ever taken a picture with the team, you will notice that everybody will slightly pop a leg, they'll bevel the knee.' Doing so will ensure snaps look fabulous and the girls will make sure to take note of which side they are standing on, to then know which leg to 'pop'. Fans react The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @botchwaytwinsx, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 331,800 views in just 18 hours. Not only this, but it's also amassed 48,700 likes, 82 comments and 1,549 saves. I love you girls!! TikTok user Fans were stunned by the rules the twins have to follow and were eager to share their thoughts in the comments. One person said: 'That's so cool.' Another added: 'I want to be a Prem League cheerleader.' A third commented: 'I love you girls!!' Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club
The Sun
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
We're Premier League cheerleader twins & there's 5 strict rules – you HAVE to wear lashes & our leg ‘pops' are legendary
TWO Premier League cheerleaders have revealed the five strict rules they must follow. Jessie and Jessica Botchway, twins who live in London and work for Crystal Palace Football Club, are known as 'The Crystals Cheerleaders'. 4 4 4 But the gorgeous girls claimed that not only do they have to wear false eyelashes for matches, but their leg 'pops' are also legendary. Posting on social media, the 23-year-old duo, who have amassed 73,400 followers on TikTok, prepared to get ready for a ' game day '. The content creators are part of the only cheer team in the Premier League and revealed the five rules they have to follow when at work. Firstly, the sisters claimed that having a full face of make-up is required. The twins, who sleep in the same bed and have only ever spent a few hours apart, recognised that while their make-up doesn't have to be really 'heavy', they do have to wear foundation as a minimum. Secondly, the pair explained that ' mascara is not allowed' and instead, they 'have to have lashes on'. They claimed that if they don't, they will look as though their eyes are closed in pictures and so as a result, false eyelashes are required to give their faces some 'va-va-voom'. As well as this, the twins explained that they 'have to have' their hair down. Half-up hairdos are not allowed and slick-back ponytails are certainly out of the mix, as the twins stressed: 'For Crystal Palace Cheerleaders, your hair has to be down and voluminous - curled in some way.' The twins recognised that this rule applies as they have a lot of 'hairography' in their dance routines, which often involve hair whips. Inside the day of a World Darts Championship cheerleader ahead of Luke Littler semi-final Next, the twins stressed that being part of a Premier League club means they have to 'be mindful' when it comes to their social media presence. The twins acknowledged: 'It's a given, it's a big club, it's a brand, you have so many people who then follow you - there's children, you have to put your best foot forward.' If you guys have ever taken a picture with the team, you will notice that everybody will slightly pop a leg, they'll bevel the knee Jessie and Jessica Botchway Similar to this, the twins recognised that they are not allowed to 'slander the club' and must have a "positive mentality at all times.' The final, unwritten rule that all of the cheerleaders follow arises when it comes to taking pictures. The twins shared: 'If you guys have ever taken a picture with the team, you will notice that everybody will slightly pop a leg, they'll bevel the knee.' Doing so will ensure snaps look fabulous and the girls will make sure to take note of which side they are standing on, to then know which leg to 'pop'. Fans react The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @ botchwaytwinsx, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 331,800 views in just 18 hours. Not only this, but it's also amassed 48,700 likes, 82 comments and 1,549 saves. Fans were stunned by the rules the twins have to follow and were eager to share their thoughts in the comments. One person said: 'That's so cool.' Another added: 'I want to be a Prem League cheerleader.'
