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Scottish Sun
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Coleen Rooney meets with Ukrainian child victims of Putin's invasion as she opens up about her own loss
BIGGEST LOSS Coleen Rooney meets with Ukrainian child victims of Putin's invasion as she opens up about her own loss COLEEN Rooney met with Ukrainian child victims of Putin's invasion as she opened up about her own heartbreaking loss. The I'm A Celeb star, 39, spoke about her late sister Rosie, who died in 2013 at the age of just 14. 6 Coleen Rooney met with Ukrainian child victims of Putin's invasion Credit: PA 6 Her late sister Rosie died in 2013 at the age of just 14 Credit: Instagram 6 The I'm A Celeb star opened up about her own heartbreaking loss Credit: PA 6 Coleen headed to Poland to meet families who fled their home amid the war Credit: PA Coleen also admitted that she thought of her four kids - Kai, 15, Klay, 12, Kit, nine, and Cass, seven - when she made the mercy dash to meet kids who had lost their home in the war. The wife of Wayne Rooney headed to Poland to meet families who had fled their homes amid the conflict. During this emotional trip, Coleen reflected on losing her adopted sister Rosie after a lifelong battle with the rare brain disorder Rett syndrome as she met with disabled refugee kids during a visit to a UNICEF Educational Rehabilitation School. Coleen met fitness coach Kateryna and her seven-year-old son, Murat, who has learning difficulties. She said: "One of the schools was for children with disabilities. And I grew up in that environment, my sister went to a school like that." Coleen continued to the Mirror: "It was just like where they were, with music therapy, physiotherapy and all those things for the sensors. I felt so comfortable, it wasn't a shock. "That was probably the easiest visit of my time in Poland. "Because I've experienced that and I felt comfortable there." Coleen also visited a Spilno Hub, in Krakow, which supports families who've fled the war. She met Yuliia, her sister Olisia and Yuliia's four-year-old daughter Anastasiia. The star admitted the experience had "opened her eyes" to the reality of war, saying: "You think it is over, it's not. These people have been hit with trauma and it's hard for them to move on." Coleen had previously spoken about her love for Rosie in the 2023 Disney+ documentary Coleen: The Real Wagatha Christie Story. She had described her as being the 'sister that I never thought I was going to have'. Coleen added: 'She brought that little bit extra to the house. We fell in love with her.' Rosie was born on February 2, 1998, and was diagnosed with Rett syndrome. The rare genetic disorder affects brain development, resulting in severe mental and physical disability. She was adopted by the McLoughlin family when she was two-years-old. Sadly, Rosie died aged 14 in 2013 after a lifelong battle with the condition. 6 Coleen visited a UNICEF Educational Rehabilitation School Credit: PA
The Irish Sun
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Coleen Rooney meets with Ukrainian child victims of Putin's invasion as she opens up about her own loss
COLEEN Rooney met with Ukrainian child victims of Putin's invasion as she opened up about her own heartbreaking loss. The I'm A Celeb star, 39, spoke about her late sister Rosie, who died in 2013 at the age of just 14. 6 Coleen Rooney met with Ukrainian child victims of Putin's invasion Credit: PA 6 Her late sister Rosie died in 2013 at the age of just 14 Credit: Instagram 6 The I'm A Celeb star opened up about her own heartbreaking loss Credit: PA 6 Coleen headed to Poland to meet families who fled their home amid the war Credit: PA The wife of Wayne Rooney headed to Poland to meet families who had fled their homes amid the conflict. During this emotional trip, Coleen reflected on losing her adopted sister Rosie after a lifelong battle with the rare brain disorder Rett syndrome as she met with disabled refugee kids during a visit to a UNICEF Educational Rehabilitation School. Coleen met fitness coach Kateryna and her seven-year-old son, Murat, who has learning difficulties. She said: "One of the schools was for children with disabilities. And I grew up in that environment, my sister went to a school like that." Coleen continued to the Mirror: "It was just like where they were, with music therapy, physiotherapy and all those things for the sensors. I felt so comfortable, it wasn't a shock. "That was probably the easiest visit of my time in Poland. "Because I've experienced that and I felt comfortable there." Most read in Showbiz Coleen also visited a Spilno Hub, in Krakow, which supports families who've fled the war. She met Yuliia, her sister Olisia and Yuliia's four-year-old daughter Anastasiia. The star admitted the experience had "opened her eyes" to the reality of war, saying: "You think it is over, it's not. These people have been hit with trauma and it's hard for them to move on." Coleen had previously She had described her as being the 'sister that I never thought I was going to have'. Coleen added: 'She brought that little bit extra to the house. We fell in love with her.' The rare genetic disorder affects brain development, resulting in severe mental and physical disability. Read more on the Irish Sun She was adopted by the McLoughlin family when she was two-years-old. Sadly, in 2013 after a lifelong battle with the condition. 6 Coleen visited a UNICEF Educational Rehabilitation School Credit: PA 6 Coleen reflected on losing her adopted sister Rosie after a lifelong battle Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
Daily Record
16-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Record
Probe into death of little girl sent home from hospital day before fatal cardiac arrest
Helen Canning, 10, tragically died in March after her mum gave permission for her life support to be switched off. The death of a little girl sent home from hospital a day before a fatal cardiac arrest is being probed by the procurator fiscal. Helen Canning, 10, died on March 29 after her heartbroken mum Maggie, 40, gave permission for her life support to be switched off. Her family said it has been 'a living hell' and believe her death was caused by negligent treatment at Scotland's two biggest children's hospitals – Edinburgh's Royal Hospital for Children and Young People and Glasgow's Royal Hospital for Children. At age three, Helen was diagnosed with Rett syndrome – a rare genetic neurological and developmental disorder which affects the way the brain develops and causes a progressive loss of motor skills and language. Helen could only say the occasional word and couldn't walk. Swallowing was also an issue and she developed a scoliosis in her spine. On March 13, she had surgery in Edinburgh to straighten her spine and pelvis. Her aunt, Jane Hillhouse, 42, said: 'We were told if it didn't go ahead her organs could suffer.' Afterwards, Helen was in pain and vomiting a black mucus. Jane said: 'The wean was in agony but a few days after her surgery she was being put into her wheelchair. 'It felt like they were torturing her. Maggie was trying to calm her down but was told to leave her. She brought her home on March 21. There was talk of keeping her in hospital because she was bringing up her milk but Rett's children do that a lot.' For the next two days Helen seemed 'perfect' but on March 24 began to bring up black mucus again. Jane and Maggie, who lives in the east end of Glasgow, took Helen to A&E at the RHC. One medic wanted to keep her in overnight, but she was sent home by another doctor at 2am. Jane said: 'She was still bringing up black mucus but we were told she just had a virus.' Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. The next day was 'a blur'. Jane said: 'When we went into her room, her lips were blue. She was really white and not responding. We thought it was a seizure but then realised she wasn't breathing. 'We dialled 999. They told us to get her out her chair and start CPR. I did it until the ambulance crews arrived. 'They managed to get her heart beating again then took her to hospital. The police came because it was a child and drove Maggie and I to hospital. 'We were told Helen had a cardiac arrest. We heard staff say she had aspirated. We think the black mucus must have got into her lungs. She was transferred to intensive care and they said call family members. They didn't know if she would get through the night.' Close family came to say goodbye but the machines kept Helen alive for another 72 hours. Jane said: 'Every time Maggie looked at Helen her heart would break. She had pains in her heart.' On March 29, Maggie gave her permission to turn off the machines. Jane said: 'Maggie was lying on the bed, kissing and cuddling her and I was holding her wee hands. She just passed away in her mammy's arms.' The post-mortem said she died from a cardiac arrest but investigations are ongoing. Samples of mucus and the contents of her lungs are being examined and police have seized hospital records. A letter from the procurator fiscal told Maggie they were awaiting more information from the post-mortem, which could take a few months. Jane said: 'We were told A&E staff felt terrible but if they gave a toss when we were there they wouldn't have sent her home and we wouldn't be here now. We blame both of the hospitals for Helen's death. 'Before the scoliosis operation she was healthy. Then she was sent home from the sick kids hospital in Glasgow when there was clearly something wrong. She had a rare illness and just had a scoliosis operation. How many red flags do you need? We are angry. 'Maggie is lost without her. We just don't want this to happen to anyone else's weans.' Morag Gardner, of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, said: 'We send our deepest condolences to the family of Helen Canning. This case is being taken forward as a Significant Adverse Event Report (SAER). The family will be fully involved in this review.' Dr Edward Doyle, deputy medical director, NHS Lothian, said: 'We are unable to comment on individual cases without consent but express our sincere condolences to the family.'
Associated Press
08-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Making the Impossible Possible: Brar's & Trexo Robotics Are Helping Kids Walk
TORONTO, April 8, 2025 /CNW/ - Brar's joins forces with Trexo Robotics to provide a transformative gift of two Trexo Robotics gait trainers to clinics serving kids with mobility challenges. Brar's, a family-founded brand deeply rooted in community and tradition, is proud to announce its partnership with Trexo Robotics, a pioneering company dedicated to helping children with mobility challenges experience the joy of walking. Through this collaboration, Brar's is donating two Trexo Plus devices to two clinics, one in Vancouver and one in Toronto, to allow more children to have access to life-changing mobility technology. Trexo Robotics was founded by Manmeet Maggu and Rahul Udasi, inspired by Manmeet's nephew, Praneit, after he was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Determined to give Praneit the chance to walk, they developed the first Trexo Home device, marking the beginning of a movement that has helped children with cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida, Rett syndrome, and other conditions. More than a tool for movement, Trexo devices empower children with greater independence, improved health, and the chance to experience the world in a new way. This partnership was born out of a meaningful introduction at the 2024 MBOT (Mississauga Board of Trade) Awards. Trexo Robotics was honoured as Best Innovative and Tech Company of the Year, while Kiran Mann, CEO of Brar's, was nominated as Businesswoman of the Year. After the event, Brar's and Trexo met to discuss collaboration opportunities. As part of their commitment to making a difference, Brar's has pledged to bring two Trexo Plus devices into clinics in high-demand, underserved areas. These devices have enabled children to take over 110 million steps to date and counting. 'We are incredibly proud to support Trexo's mission and help provide life-changing mobility to children in need,' said Dial Pabla Owner & Founder of Brar's. 'At Brar's, we believe in giving back to the community that has supported us for decades, and we hope these devices will make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families.' 'This partnership is incredibly special because it brings together two brands built on resilience, innovation, and family,' said Manmeet Maggu, Co-Founder & CEO of Trexo Robotics. 'Watching my nephew take his first steps with Trexo was one of the proudest moments of my life, and we want every child to have that opportunity. With Brar's support, we are making that dream a reality for more families.' To learn more about this donation and/or Trexo Devices or to coordinate an interview or interactive segment, please contact: About Brar's Brar's was built on the values of hard work, family, and perseverance—values that resonate deeply with Trexo's mission. In 1990, Dial Pabla, an immigrant to Canada, took a leap of faith, purchasing a small samosa and sweets shop in Etobicoke with the hope of building a better future for his family. Through determination and the support of loved ones, that small shop grew into Brar's, a beloved household name in South Asian cuisine. Today, as Brar's celebrates 35 years of tradition, community, and culture, it continues to honor its legacy by giving back to those who need it most.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Making the Impossible Possible: Brar's & Trexo Robotics Are Helping Kids Walk
TORONTO, April 8, 2025 /CNW/ - Brar's joins forces with Trexo Robotics to provide a transformative gift of two Trexo Robotics gait trainers to clinics serving kids with mobility challenges. Brar's, a family-founded brand deeply rooted in community and tradition, is proud to announce its partnership with Trexo Robotics, a pioneering company dedicated to helping children with mobility challenges experience the joy of walking. Through this collaboration, Brar's is donating two Trexo Plus devices to two clinics, one in Vancouver and one in Toronto, to allow more children to have access to life-changing mobility technology. Trexo Robotics was founded by Manmeet Maggu and Rahul Udasi, inspired by Manmeet's nephew, Praneit, after he was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Determined to give Praneit the chance to walk, they developed the first Trexo Home device, marking the beginning of a movement that has helped children with cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida, Rett syndrome, and other conditions. More than a tool for movement, Trexo devices empower children with greater independence, improved health, and the chance to experience the world in a new way. This partnership was born out of a meaningful introduction at the 2024 MBOT (Mississauga Board of Trade) Awards. Trexo Robotics was honoured as Best Innovative and Tech Company of the Year, while Kiran Mann, CEO of Brar's, was nominated as Businesswoman of the Year. After the event, Brar's and Trexo met to discuss collaboration opportunities. As part of their commitment to making a difference, Brar's has pledged to bring two Trexo Plus devices into clinics in high-demand, underserved areas. These devices have enabled children to take over 110 million steps to date and counting. "We are incredibly proud to support Trexo's mission and help provide life-changing mobility to children in need," said Dial Pabla Owner & Founder of Brar's. "At Brar's, we believe in giving back to the community that has supported us for decades, and we hope these devices will make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families." "This partnership is incredibly special because it brings together two brands built on resilience, innovation, and family," said Manmeet Maggu, Co-Founder & CEO of Trexo Robotics. "Watching my nephew take his first steps with Trexo was one of the proudest moments of my life, and we want every child to have that opportunity. With Brar's support, we are making that dream a reality for more families." To learn more about this donation and/or Trexo Devices or to coordinate an interview or interactive segment, please contact: Simran Jenn Horowitz-jennh@ About Brar's Brar's was built on the values of hard work, family, and perseverance—values that resonate deeply with Trexo's mission. In 1990, Dial Pabla, an immigrant to Canada, took a leap of faith, purchasing a small samosa and sweets shop in Etobicoke with the hope of building a better future for his family. Through determination and the support of loved ones, that small shop grew into Brar's, a beloved household name in South Asian cuisine. Today, as Brar's celebrates 35 years of tradition, community, and culture, it continues to honor its legacy by giving back to those who need it most. About Trexo Robotics Trexo Robotics is a leader in mobility solutions, empowering children with disabilities to walk, in many cases taking their first steps. With a mission to redefine what's possible, Trexo Robotics combines their technology with unwavering dedication to continued innovation to serve the families that are searching for solutions for kiddos. SOURCE Trexo Robotics View original content to download multimedia: Sign in to access your portfolio
