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Daily Mail
14 hours ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mail
Kyle Sandilands' chauffeur reveals shock missing body part after $1million Rolls-Royce crashed into him: 'It's totally gone'
Kyle Sandilands ' driver has provided an update on his condition after a car accident left him with horrific injuries. George Plassaras, 52, was involved in a collision with a $1million Rolls-Royce in Sydney 's Rose Bay at 3.30am on Saturday. The crash left Plassaras with a broken spine, broken ribs, a ruptured spleen and diaphragm, a torn open abdomen, two broken hips and two broken femurs. Speaking from the ICU on Wednesday's Kyle & Jackie O show, George revealed that he has a lengthy road to recovery. 'I've got no right hip. It's totally gone,' Plassaras told hosts Sandilands and Jackie 'O' Henderson. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'I've just been laying flat since Saturday, since the accident.' Plassaras, who has known Sandilands for a decade, mentioned that he will need hip surgery on his driving leg, which will keep him off the road for some time. He will also have to undergo a second operation on his knee. The driver added that doctors will have to wait until his hip operation to ascertain the extent of the damage to his spine. 'I've basically got no hip. After the operation, I can't legally drive for six weeks,' Plassaras continued. 'After the hip [surgery], I've got to do my right knee, they've got to check my X-ray for my spine, once I do my hip. 'There's a long list of injuries.' Plassaras also seemed mildly disappointed that Sandilands had not visited him in the hospital, telling his employer: 'You sent Bruno [Bouchet, Kyle's manager]. I thought there was a chance you were going to come.' When Sandilands added that he called Plassaras via FaceTime, co-host Henderson asked: 'What were you doing that was so important?' Ever the faithful employee, Plassaras replied: 'Whatever he does is important. You've just got to run with whatever he does.' When Sandilands and Henderson pressed Plassaras for more details of the accident, much of the on-air conversation was censored due to upcoming court proceedings. Plassaras did reveal, however, that he was more concerned with how the incident would affect his employer. 'The Police Rescue were laughing because I'm like, "I've got to check my phone to see when I'm driving Kyle again",' he said. 'You can't buy that loyalty!' Sandilands proudly replied. It comes after Sandilands' manager, Bruno Bouchet, provided an update on the radio star's driver on Tuesday. Bouchet told Daily Mail Australia that Plassaras woke up from a coma on Sunday night and only recalls 'pulling out of his street and then being cut out of his van' by a heroic rescue team. 'Despite his condition, he still has a great sense of humour and was making jokes about how badly his friend's NRL team was going this season,' he added. The young woman who was behind the wheel of the Rolls-Royce 4WD while allegedly drunk is the owner of a second Rolls-Royce – a white Ghost convertible – which is parked in the garage of her luxury penthouse apartment. LanLan Yang crashed her $1 million Rolls-Royce Cullinan into the Mercedes van being driven by Plassaras on New South Head Road. NSW Police allege the 23-year-old Yang veered onto the wrong side of the road, having watched CCTV footage of the collision. Plassaras, who runs Dakota Limousines, was trapped in the wreckage while bystanders called triple zero. He could be heard yelling for help inside the crushed vehicle, as emergency crews from NSW Police Rescue and Fire and Rescue NSW worked to free him. Police say Yang returned a positive result in a roadside breath test, and she was arrested at the scene. At Waverley Police Station, she allegedly refused to undergo a breath analysis. Yang was charged with causing bodily harm by misconduct while in charge of a motor vehicle, and refusing or failing to submit to a breath analysis. She was granted conditional bail and ordered to surrender her passport. Under the strict conditions, she has been prohibited from driving a car and must remain at her Waverley mansion between 8pm and 6am daily. Yang is scheduled to appear at Downing Centre Local Court on August 15.
The Independent
a day ago
- Science
- The Independent
Turkey develops ‘most powerful' 970kg thermobaric bomb
Turkey has developed a 'most powerful' thermobaric bomb capable of blasting below 90m of rock and earth, according to state media. The 970kg Gazap (Ghost) and Hayalet (Wrath) weapons were developed by the Turkish defence ministry and unveiled this week. Thermobaric weapons, sometimes referred to as vacuum bombs, fuel-air munitions or aerosol bombs, use oxygen mixed with fuel to create a high-temperature explosion. A Turkish official said the Hayalet bomb was dropped onto an island and was able to blast through 90m of rock and earth. 'The island is 160 meters wide. After detonation, we detected effects across the full width and even on the rear side," they said. "The explosion, which normally takes 25ms (milliseconds), was timed to 240ms, making it more destructive," the official added. The weapon can be dropped from a US -made F-16 fighter jet, according to state media. Russia has also used thermobaric bombs in Ukraine. In 2007, Moscow announced what it called the 'father of all bombs', claiming it was four times more powerful than Washington 's equivalent. The American 21,600lb weapon is also known as the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast Bomb. While they are not used for precision strikes, thermobaric missiles can be deployed for clearing stretches of ground. Thermobaric weapons use oxygen from the surrounding air to create a high temperature explosion. They also have blast effects that last longer than a conventional explosion. In 2024, it was revealed that Russia started churning out thermobaric drones. They were able to create a vortex of high pressure and heat that can penetrate thick walls. They suck out all the oxygen in their path, and have a fearsome reputation because of the injuries inflicted even outside the initial blast site: Collapsed lungs, crushed eyeballs, brain damage, according to the AP. The Turkish bomb was unveiled at the 17th edition of the six-day IDEF defence fair, which started on Tuesday, and is being held at the Istanbul Fair Center.
NDTV
a day ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Turkey Unveils Gazap, 970 Kg "Most Powerful" Non-Nuclear Bomb
Ankara: Turkey has developed two of its most advanced aircraft bombs, showcasing significant improvements in its military strike capabilities. The Gazap (Wrath) and Hayalet (Ghost) bombs have been developed by the NATO nation's National Defence Ministry's Research and Development (R&D) Centre and were unveiled at the 17th International Defence Industry Fair. The Gazap, which weighs 970 kilograms (2,000 pounds), is one country's most powerful conventional non-nuclear aircraft bomb. It is engineered to disperse fragment explosions with enhanced efficiency. While Hayalet -- also referred to as NEB-1 and NEB-2 -- are a next-generation penetration bomb designed to pierce hardened structures like concrete and steel walls. The R&D centre's Director, Nilufer Kuzulu, told Turkey Today that both bombs have passed the qualification and certification processes. About Gazap The Gazap is a 2,000-pound MK-84 aircraft bomb. But unlike its conventional counterparts, it features a fragment-based structure with 10,000 particles, which can disperse within a one-kilometre radius upon detonation, according to Kuzulu. "Gazap disperses 10.16 fragments per square meter. This makes it three times more powerful than standard MK-series bombs," she said. Moreover, the bomb has a modified filler and internal ribbed structure, which significantly enhances its blast impact. Its design reportedly mimics the effect of a defensive grenade and breaks apart into controlled fragments instead of random steel pieces. The Gazap bomb can be deployed from Turkey's F-16 and F-4 fighter jets. The country also hopes to use drones in future to drop them. About Hayalet Per the Turkey Today report, Hayalet can penetrate up to 90 meters on hardened surfaces and has advanced bunker-busting capability. "Standard bombs penetrate 1.8 to 2.4 meters into reinforced concrete. Our bomb penetrates 7 meters of C50 concrete-commonly used in bridges, viaducts, and nuclear facilities," Kuzulu said. As per the senior official, in recent tests, Hayalet was dropped from an aircraft onto an island, where it penetrated 90 meters through rock and earth. "The island is 160 meters wide. After detonation, we detected effects across the full width and even on the rear side," she said. The bomb was also reportedly tested on reinforced C50 concrete blocks and 25 mm ribbed steel, with internal cage systems simulating real-world fortifications. According to Kuzulu, the bomb managed to pass through multiple steel cages and a 10-meter sand pool before breaking through a 1.5-ton concrete wall and travelling 600 meters further. Hayalet is also compatible with Turkish F-16 aircraft and existing munition kits. India Impact As Turkey develops its military capabilities, Pakistan's growing defence ties with the NATO nation are under the spotlight. Though both Ankara and Islamabad have denied any reports of arms transfer, the Indian Army said Islamabad has used Turkish-made Bayraktar TB2 drones to attack India during Operation Bunyan al-Marsoos. Ankara had also expressed solidarity with Islamabad during its military conflict with India in May. With its growing defence industry, Turkey has become Pakistan's reliable defence partner, already supplying drones and naval assets to Islamabad.
Daily Record
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Boots shoppers 'always get compliments' on £20 designer perfume
The perfume is on offer for half of its usual price, giving fans a tempting reason to stock up Boots shoppers have said that a "bargain" perfume is a "beautiful" scent that works well during the summer months. And, the affordable spray is now half its usual price, prompting fans to stock up on this perfume that "always get compliments." Boots describes the Ghost Eau De Toilette (50ml) as a "timeless and feminine" fragrance. Experts mix a range of lush floral scents, such as hibiscus, rose petals, and jasmine, with spicy sandalwood and warm incense to create the base of this popular fragrance. The perfume adds touches of vanilla, musk, ambergris, and apricot to "provide a satiny quality to the fragrance." Normally worth £40 a bottle, Boots is offering the 50ml version of this classic scent for just £20. There are similar floral perfumes out there which also have great discounts (at the time of writing). Superdrug has cut the cost of a 100ml bottle of Calvin Klein Euphoria Eau de Parfum for Women (was £87, now £35) and The Perfume Shop has a massive saving on Marc Jacobs Perfect, offering 50ml of fragrance worth £89 for £44.99. But, the popular Ghost perfume has been available for decades—since 2000—and has clearly held onto fans for generations and pick up new fans in 2025. On the Boots website, it has a nearly flawless rating of 4.7 stars out of five, using more than 120 reviews from customers. One said: "I love this perfume, have used it for years. Its a lovely light, soft fragrance that is great for day or evening." Another added: "Love the scent, Great for any occasion, it has gorgeous flowery undertones, which last a very long time its perfect and not overpowering." A third wrote: "Lovely fragrance with a not-so-hefty price tag. Always get compliments." Someone else put: "Beautiful light fragrance. Always reminds me of summer." However, there were some critics. One person suggested: " Nice price but way too sweet for my taste!" And, another wrote online: "I can't deal with the smell, it is far too overpowering!" But, most of the reviews were glowing. Another five-star take claimed: "I love this fragrance. It smells sweet and fresh at the same time. If you spray on hair or clothes, it lasts a long time." Another added: "I have used Ghost the Fragrance for many years. It has a lovely, light, feminine, fragrance that lasts for a long time. Really good fragrance." And, one more said: "Lovely scent not too strong or overpowering. Very elegant bottle too. Great value."
Time Out Dubai
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
Fancy a luxury desert staycation and a Rolls-Royce ride? Blacklane's giveaway has both
In a city where brunches start with caviar and coffee comes with gold flakes, showing up in a Rolls-Royce is perfectly on-brand. Blacklane, the global chauffeur service known for its ultra-slick rides, has just launched its Platinum Class fleet, complete with the arrival of its first-ever Rolls-Royce Ghost Series II, tapping straight into that spirit, offering a ride that turns heads without saying a word. To celebrate, Blacklane is giving two lucky people the chance to experience the new service in serious style. Winners will be chauffeured in the custom Ghost to the iconic Bab Al Shams Resort for a luxury desert staycation, where they can enjoy views of endless desert dunes, five-star calm and a ridiculously smooth ride all included. Think of it as a double upgrade – a luxury escape wrapped in the kind of service where every everything is taken care of for you. From the moment your Blacklane chauffeur greets you to the second you arrive at Bab Al Shams, it's not just a ride – it's whole an experience. Expect professional, impeccably trained drivers, smooth-as-silk service, and an atmosphere so calm you'll forget you're even on the road. To enter, head to Time Out Dubai's Instagram, follow @timeoutdubai and @blacklaneme, share the giveaway post, and tag both accounts. Winners will be contacted on July 30 – don't sleep on it. This isn't just about one fancy car. The Platinum Class launch marks a new level of luxury for Blacklane in the UAE, joining the app's First and Business Class rides already rolling around town. And yes – you can now book the Rolls-Royce Ghost for airport transfers, big nights out, or just because you feel like it. Simply fire up the Blacklane app or head to the website and select 'Platinum Class.' Each car comes dressed in Blacklane's sleek two-tone black and white finish, and the chauffeurs behind the wheel are handpicked professionals with experience in top-tier motors. They've also undergone specialist training at the brand's Dubai Chauffeur Academy – so the service definitely matches the car. With this move, Blacklane isn't just stepping up – it's cruising into a whole new gear. The Platinum Class is now live in Dubai. Book your ride today:
