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Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
I was caught up in shocking football fan violence as rival supporters from Scottish clubs battled – I was nearly bottled
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A LABOURER is telling us about the moment he was nearly hit with a glass bottle as violence erupted before the Scottish Premiership play-off final. Kenan Widdows, 24, was walking through the usually quiet town of Dingwall, when he came across a large group of youths near the train station. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Kenan Widdows was caught up in the carnage in Dingwall Credit: Kenan Widdows 3 Ross County and Livingston fans fight Credit: Kenan Widdows 3 Kenan is a former World and European champion piper Credit: Kenan Widdows It was ahead of the second-leg clash between Ross County and Livingston, and came after a spitting incident in the first leg. At first, Kenan said it was fairly jovial as fans congregated ahead of Monday's big game. But then "chaos ensued" and he thinks around 100 youths started squaring up. Kenan, from Invergordon, says it quickly got nasty as other innocent by-standers got caught up in the melee. He told SunSport: "There were boys that were smacked over the head with flagpoles. "There were glass bottles being thrown - one just went right over my head and smashed at my feet. "I was a bit shocked, and relieved it didn't hit me. "It could have cracked my head open if it had. "There were a few people trying to stop it, but they couldn't get through to the young ones fighting. "They are lucky no one was hurt, with bottles being thrown and glass being smashed. "It was careless, they had no consideration for anyone around them." Moment David Martindale swarmed by Livingston fans as he celebrates dramatic comeback with punters during pitch invasion Kenan was so stunned by the scenes unfolding in front of him, he had to get his phone out to capture the carnage. He says the video has gone viral with almost a million views on TikTok. But the former World and European champion piper says he would have acted differently if his young son had been by his side, and is relieved he wasn't. He said: "I was half expecting to be swung at, but I think all the youths made the wise decision not to do that! "It was quite intense. It was very violent initially and then it simmered down after a few minutes. "It was mental to see it. "There was one boy who took a good whack to the head. I found him afterwards and made sure he was okay. "Boys from both sides of the fight were really lucky nobody was hurt considering the weapons being used and glass bottles being thrown. "I'm very lucky my son wasn't there, obviously, if he was I wouldn't have been anywhere near it. "I'm in Dingwall quite frequently and it's not something I've seen before, it's not something that happens. "I do feel like the travelling fans were instigating it - they were the only ones that had weapons, the Ross County fans were using their fists. "It was just a bit chaotic for a Monday evening!" Police Scotland confirmed to the Scottish Sun that they were aware of the incident. A police spokesperson said: 'Around 8.10pm on Monday, 26 May, 2025, we received a report of a disturbance on High Street, Dingwall. 'The group dispersed, and no injuries were reported. 'Enquiries are ongoing.' Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Perth Now
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Saturday Night Live could see a lot of change, says Kenan Thompson
Kenan Thompson thinks 'Saturday Night Live' could see "a lot of change" in 2026. The 47-year-old actor has starred on the hit comedy show since since 2003, and Kenan has hinted at what the future could hold for the cast, admitting that the end of season 50 felt "bittersweet". Speaking to the New York Post newspaper's Page Six column, Kenan continued: "Especially this year where it feels like there's maybe, possibly, a lot of change next year." Kenan would love to remain on 'Saturday Night Live'. But the situation remains unclear for the time being. The comedy star said: "You want everyone to stay forever, knowing that people may be making decisions this summer… it's always like you want your kids to stay young." Kenan is widely seen as a central part of the 'Saturday Night Live' cast - but he previously played down his own importance. He told NPR: "I'm tough with self-praise, I guess, but I am definitely an ensemble-minded individual. And if that echoes across, you know, in a way that people want to consider me as a glue, great, you know? "But I just try to go out there and do my job and, you know, give showcase to these brilliant writers and brilliant minds and all of our departments - makeup and hair and directors and this, that and the other. You know what I mean? "Just ... Trying to be a team player. But those things come along with being consistent, which is definitely, you know, much appreciated." Kenan previously admitted he didn't know how long he'll remain on 'Saturday Night Live'. He explained: "I'm supposed to be there through the 50th, but that's all I know as far as what they want from me kind of thing. And then what I want at this point? "Yeah, I mean, I could see myself, like, hanging it up. It's been a long run. You know what I mean? But at the same time, I could also see myself being the guy that never left kind of thing. I don't really know. It's kind of, like, still a blank canvas."
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Happy birthday, Kenan!
It's a big day for our young Turkish talent Kenan Yildiz, who celebrates his 20th birthday! Now in his second season in the Bianconeri's First Team, the Juventus Number 10 continues to shine in black and white, following his memorable breakout season last year. After scoring on his starting debuts in both the league and Coppa Italia in the last campaign, Kenan continued this incredible debut streak this season with an outstanding strike against PSV in his first Champions League match, surpassing his idol Alessandro Del Piero to become Juve's youngest-ever scorer in Europe's top-tier club competition. Added to that, he scored on his Italian Super Cup debut in Saudi Arabia in January, meaning he's scored on his starting debut across four different competitions – an astounding feat! Despite his young age, Yildiz shows class, determination and immense heart on the pitch, be it through his variety of skilful plays, impressive bursts of speed or his valuable goal contributions – so far this season he has provided five assists and scored eight goals across all competitions, making his impact felt in front of goal. And no doubt he'll be looking to add to that tally in the rest of the games to come. Have a happy 20th birthday, Kenan!
Al Manar
19-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Manar
Gaza: Overnight Israeli Bombardment Claims More Innocents Lives
Israeli occupation forces have intensified their military campaign across the Gaza Strip, unleashing a series of devastating air and drone strikes that have killed numerous civilians and wounded many others. The overnight assault has further deepened the already catastrophic humanitarian situation in Palestine, with children among those killed in the relentless bombardment. Palestinian journalist Ahmad Adwan's wife bids farewell to her son, Kenan, massacred in an Israeli airstrike targeting a residential building in western Khan Younis, southern Gaza, last night. Kenan, who was killed just before his second birthday, was born only a month before… — Quds News Network (@QudsNen) April 19, 2025 Deadly Strikes Target Displaced Families In southern Gaza's Khan Younis, four civilians—including two children and a young girl—perished when Israeli warplanes bombed a tent housing displaced Palestinians in the al-Mawasi area. Nearby, a separate drone attack near the British field hospital resulted in four additional fatalities and multiple injuries. Israeli drones also targeted shelters in western Gaza City, striking a tent near the Al-Amal Hotel, killing two people and wounding four others. Further casualties were reported following another attack on a tent in al-Mawasi, an area that has become a refuge for families fleeing violence elsewhere. 'I woke up and found myself under the rubble' A Palestinian girl recounts the terrifying moments she endured while trapped beneath the debris of her home after an Israeli airstrike targeted a residential building in Khan Younis, in the southern Gaza Strip, last night. — Quds News Network (@QudsNen) April 19, 2025 Widespread Bombardment Continues The assault extended into residential neighborhoods across Gaza. In Khan Younis refugee camp, an Israeli airstrike on the Abu Shamala family home killed one person and injured 20 others—15 of them children, according to preliminary reports. This followed an earlier attack on the same house that had already wounded 14 people, including 12 children and two women. Gaza City faced simultaneous attacks as Israeli warplanes targeted al-Sikka Street in the al-Zeitoun neighborhood, while artillery shells pounded the eastern al-Shujaiya district. Reports indicate that Gaza has endured coordinated aerial, ground, and naval assaults over a two-hour period, demonstrating the comprehensive nature of Israel's offensive. Humanitarian Crisis Reaches Breaking Point The relentless attacks coincide with deteriorating humanitarian conditions for Gaza's displaced population. UNRWA warned Friday that Gaza's humanitarian crisis is worsening at unprecedented rates, with over 90,000 Palestinians now sheltering in 115 UNRWA facilities. The ban on humanitarian aid and commercial supplies since March 2 has dramatically exacerbated civilian suffering, degrading both living conditions and healthcare access throughout Gaza. Displacement figures continue to climb following the collapse of the ceasefire, with UN estimates showing nearly 420,000 newly displaced people, bringing the total to over 1.9 million—approximately 90% of Gaza's entire population. Gaza's Ministry of Health reports that 51,065 Palestinians have been killed and 116,505 injured in what they describe as an Israeli genocide since October 7, 2023.
Yahoo
06-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
"Bigorexia" can make a gym obsession harmful but often goes unrecognized
When Kenan was 16, he started going to the gym to get bigger. He had been bullied his entire life about his size, and once he started to see his body change in the mirror he couldn't get enough. 'I got some results and then just ran with it,' Kenan, who is using his first name only for privacy reasons, told Salon in a phone interview. 'It was like a dopamine loop from hell for the next 10 years.' Kenan's time at the gym began to eat up the rest of his life. He would skip hanging out with friends or going on trips if it meant that he couldn't work out. He started counting every 'macro' — or macronutrient of proteins, carbohydrates and fats — that went into his body, adding thousands of calories of canola oil to his smoothies so he could put on weight. He even brought his own prepackaged meals to his cousin's wedding so he could be sure the food served there was not interfering with his regimen. 'Basically, if I did not have a great gym session where I got stronger or felt like I was improving, it ruined my entire day,' Kenan said. 'It would feel like I was a failure, like I couldn't do anything right.' At one point, Kenan came across the term muscle dysmorphia in a bodybuilding forum and recognized his own experience. Also known as 'reverse anorexia' or 'bigorexia,' muscle dysmorphia is a pathologic preoccupation with muscularity. In the most recent version of the psychiatric manual used to classify mental illness, it is listed as a specific type of body dysmorphia rather than its own diagnosis, although it also shares some characteristics found in eating disorders. 'The goal of exercise and physical activity is to improve your life and make you feel happier and healthier,' said Dr. Jason Nagata, an adolescent medicine specialist at the University of California, San Francisco who has studied muscle dysmorphia. 'But for these individuals, it becomes a burden and an obsession that they cannot stop thinking about.' Muscle dysmorphia was first classified in 1997 as an "underrecognized" condition that likely afflicted 'substantial numbers of Americans.' Although it has recently grown in awareness and some bodybuilders have spoken out about it, relatively little research has been conducted to better understand it since it was first introduced, said Dr. Kyle T. Ganson, a social work professor at the University of Toronto who also studies muscle dysmorphia. That's in part because there are no questions specific to muscle dysmorphia on national surveys that are typically used to estimate a condition's prevalence in the population. And most of the studies examining muscle dysmorphia are small and limited. Yet muscle dysmorphia has been shown to increase a person's risk for depression, anxiety, and suicidality. People with muscle dysmorphia are more likely to have experienced a traumatic event than the general population. And people with muscle dysmorphia are also more likely to use supplements and steroids, which carry their own health risks. Kenan experienced overuse injuries in his elbows, knees and back. One time, he nearly broke a rib on his lifting belt, but he kept going back to the gym, even though it hurt to breathe.'There was a running calendar my friends would keep about how long it would take me to get injured because I was pushing it too hard,' Kenan said. In one study Ganson published earlier this year, he estimated that 2.8% of boys and men in the U.S. and Canada could meet criteria for muscle dysmorphia. It is more common in people identifying as men and in certain populations, like bodybuilders. However, these numbers are likely underestimated. For example, in another 2019 study Ganson conducted, 22% of males and 5% of females reported disordered eating behaviors related to muscularity. 'We need more research on clinical samples, how to treat these individuals, and what barriers there are to treatment,' Ganson told Salon in a phone interview. 'I think a lot of that is still somewhat in its infancy.' Eating disorders are themselves understudied within the mental health field, where conditions like anorexia have incorrectly been stereotyped as only affecting teenage girls. Efforts to understand how social media perpetuates unrealistic body standards that affect mental health have also largely been focused largely on girls. Yet the increasing prevalence of muscle dysmorphia suggests it is having an effect on everyone. 'Both muscle dysmorphia and anorexia can be viewed as disorders where an individual has internalized these messages about idealized masculinity or femininity in such an extreme way that it is causing distress and dysfunction to the other parts of their lives,' said Linda Lin, a psychologist at Emmanuel College who has studied muscle dysmorphia. More recent research has demonstrated that one in three eating disorders occurs among boys, and gender diverse people experience them at even higher rates. Yet muscle dysmorphia falls in a unique position where exercise and strength training are considered healthy habits in society, and as such may not be seen as problematic — even when they are pushed to the extreme. 'In general, people with eating disorders like other mental health conditions face stigma, and people don't want to out themselves for having a disorder,' Nagata told Salon in a phone interview. 'I think for boys, there is sort of a double stigma.' Society supports the idea that muscularity equals masculinity, and the media portrays certain standards for what the male body 'should' look like. In addition to male bodies getting larger and larger in superhero movies, one 1999 study found that even the size and muscularity of toy action figures children play with growing up have been expanding over time. In our consumerist society, 'more' is often conflated with better. 'When I went to the gym, my trainer used to 'boo' thin people,' said Giuseppe Magistrale, a psychologist who founded an online treatment program for eating disorders called Lilac. 'In the gym, it is super normalized. There is a culture.' With the proliferation of social media, these unrealistic expectations of body image have become even more prolific, adding to the pressures men face to conform to them. In one 2020 study, Instagram posts that represented bigger muscles got more likes. Another published in September in the journal Body Image found the use of filters was associated with muscle dysmorphia symptoms. 'Previous generations didn't really have that, versus now if you look at movies and TV and all of these things, all of a sudden guys have this intense pressure to look a certain way,' Kenan said. 'That pressure was really mounting.' All of this ultimately delays the time that it takes people with muscle dysmorphia to seek treatment. Like with eating disorders, many people with muscle dysmorphia may end up originally seeking help for something else before the topic of dysmorphia arises. Kenan, for example, ultimately decided to seek help from a therapist after his relationship fell apart. Treatments for people with muscle dysmorphia will vary based on the individual and provider, in part because there have been no randomized control trials to test which therapies work best. (One clinical trial testing cognitive behavioral therapy is currently underway in Turkey.) Some are pushing for muscle dysmorphia to be classified as its own disorder, so that it can be better measured and studied. 'The creation of a diagnosis is very important because it validates the problem,' Magistrale said. 'In male culture and gym culture, it is still [seen as] a non-existent disorder, so at the cultural level, we have a lot of work to do.' Sometimes, treating muscle dysmorphia may involve an interdisciplinary team including a mental health, medical, and nutrition provider, Nagata said. Ultimately, treatment for muscle dysmorphia is about healing the relationship patients have with their body, exercise, and food, said Dr. Lindsey Landgrebe, a licensed sport psychologist who specializes in working with athletes in her private practice. 'I think it's about first understanding their drive for being bigger and more muscular … and then working to build other ways of coping with whatever the underlying distress is,' Landgrebe told Salon in a phone call. 'It's also a matter of expanding how they see themselves so they can understand their value is more than just their appearance.' Kenan was able to trace the origins of his muscle dysmorphia back to getting bullied as a child for his size. 'I figured there were two ways to deal with it: either own it, or change it,' he said. 'I think that is what started it for me.' These days, he is going to the gym less and doesn't restrict his meals. He has been able to redirect the energy he was putting toward the gym into personal development, relationships and his career, he said. 'I took that tenacity I had at the gym and put it toward reading books and self-educating myself based on what my therapists have suggested,' Kenan said. 'I kind of just replaced the hyperobsession I had at the gym with [other parts of] life and found balance.'
