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Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Fellow Bachelor star Sam Frost claims Abbie Chatfield relentlessly bullied her after she posted a harrowing video about her mental health: 'She attacked me for months and months on end'
Former Bachelor star Sam Frost has called out Abbie Chatfield for relentlessly bullying her in the past. The 36-year-old made the claims by commenting on a video posted by Abbie to Instagram in which she hit back at Clementine Ford for accusing her of profiting from the 'performance of being politically engaged '. In the video, an emotional Abbie broke down in tears as she begged for the activist to stop 'lying' about her in her Dear Clementine Substack blog. Sam reacted to the post by commenting: 'I don't wish this type of pain or sadness on anyone. I truly wish her the best and hope she heals. I certainly don't support anyone trolling or bullying others.' 'However, perhaps in this moment she can reflect on the time when the shoe was on the other foot. 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. 'When she was the one relentlessly bullying me when I shared a video saying my mental health was suffering,' she continued. 'And she encouraged all of her followers to also bully and hate on me, attacking me for months and months and months.' Abbie publicly come out swinging in a rant about fellow reality TV star Sam back in 2022 after she compared restrictions on the unvaccinated to 'segregation' during the Covid pandemic. 'Why are they acting like she, I don't know, stood up for a feminist issue that was seen extreme at the time but now everyone's like, "Yes she was right"?' Abbie said at the time. 'The more time that goes on, the more proof there is that she was wrong. So why are we now giving her a Stellar cover?' 'Her publicist must be working overtime, like, how did she get that?' Abbie and the feminist writer Clementine have been locked in an ongoing war of words on social media after Clementine accused Abbie of profiting from the 'performance of being politically engaged '. Speaking on her It's A Lot podcast last week, Abbie admitted she was struggling amid the feud. 'I don't wish this type of pain or sadness on anyone. I truly wish her the best and hope she heals. I certainly don't support anyone trolling or bullying others,' Sam commented on the video 'Been a bit of a rough weekend. Go to my TikTok if you want to know what's going on. I don't want to rehash it, but all I want to say is it's incredibly counterproductive to criticise someone for doing the thing you want them to do,' Abbie began. 'It makes no sense and it gives a certain energy that I think we all know.' She went on to say she would be answering questions sent in by listeners before calling out some of Clementine's comments. The online fight left Abbie in tears as she posted a video of herself sobbing and begging for the activist to stop 'lying' about her in the Dear Clementine Substack blog. 'This is getting so old. When are you going to realise that people have opinions that they're allowed to voice on a public platform just like you do every day,' the follower messaged Abbie. 'Tagging people to essentially send your troops in to destroy is not going to fix that problem. Maybe just ignore or block people that you don't agree with.' The follower went on to accuse Abbie of 'using her platform to bully' people she puts on 'blast', calling it 'gross' behaviour. Abbie retaliated by publicly shaming the follower and sharing a screenshot of the DM, including the face and name of the follower, to her Stories. It comes after Abbie hit back at firebrand media commentator Clementine Ford, who claimed she doesn't prepare the content for her podcast 'People are allowed to voice their opinions queen, I'm also allowed to share them! And have my opinion on their opinion,' Abbie captioned the screenshot. 'The irony of you saying people are affected by words on the internet, yet telling me to just get over it and be quiet about it? So it only affects other people, not me?' Moments later, Abbie posted several videos talking about the private message, saying: 'Just a reminder, I'm a human being... All day every day I get negative comments about anything I do.' She added: 'I can't re-share their public comment to my Stories? Because people will go after them? 'If they didn't want to have repercussions for their actions, they shouldn't have commented something negative and weird. 'And if you don't want repercussions for your actions, you shouldn't DM me telling me to feel sorry for the people who troll me.' Abbie went on to say she names and shames people who criticise her because she wants to 'deter people who troll her'. The backlash didn't end there as the fan she publicly shamed sent Abbie yet another direct message calling out the former Bachelor star for leaking their private chat. 'Are you proud of yourself?' the person said in another message which Abbie also shared. 'Seriously? You double down every single time someone voices their opinions, but less than two weeks ago you posted a crying, sobbing video asking people to stop coming at you. Yet here you are doing it to your own followers.' This time, Abbie hit back at the follower directly, saying: 'Queen, there's a difference between me posting your own words and me being harassed and defamed for years by someone. 'I don't think you could handle what I handle for even an hour. It's insane. You have no idea what this is like.' When the follower went on to slam Abbie for sharing their private conversation to her Stories, Abbie said: 'I don't know you. You aren't deserving of privacy. 'I am a person reading your message. I don't owe you privacy, we are strangers. If you don't want something shown then don't say it.'
Tatler Asia
13-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Tatler Asia
Home tour: A reimagined 1940s Beverly Hills home with timeless California glamour
Photo 1 of 2 An old towering tree provides ample shade for the California-colonial style residence Photo 2 of 2 The double-lot property features tall chimneys and roof rafters with white stucco details In an era when heritage structures often fall victim to demolition in favour of new construction, OSKLO's approach is a powerful counterpoint with preservation-minded renovation that honours architectural heritage while embracing contemporary California living. 'We wanted to reconstruct the house but at the same time maintain its look and pedigree,' explain the designers, who conducted extensive research on classic Beverly Hills homes from the 1940s, drawing inspiration from Neff and Paul Williams for the exterior restoration. Don't miss: Rumah Kechik: Reviving Unesco Heritage shophouses in Melaka, Malaysia Completed after just over a year of meticulous remodelling, the façade showcases a creamy white stucco exterior framed harmoniously against century-old brick hardscape with solid redwood framing. Additionally, copper sconces with flickering gas wicks add both period authenticity and romantic ambiance. Photo 1 of 2 The expansive backyard with an oval French grey-bottom swimming pool Photo 2 of 2 Everything is surrounded in lush, mature greenery, especially after Los Angeles' above-average rainfall In the expansive backyard is an unusual architectural element for properties in the area: an oval French grey-bottom swimming pool recalls the glamourous golden age of Beverly Hills. Concrete outdoor furnishings from Big Daddy Antiques create multiple zones for poolside relaxation and fireside gatherings to enjoy Southern California's indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Read more: Home tour: A modern country house in Vancouver with an expansive art-filled garden 'Everything is surrounded in lush, mature greenery, especially after Los Angeles' several years of above-average rainfall,' notes Arya. Photo 1 of 3 The storybook pool cabana that has been reimagined as an artist's studio (Photo: Sam Frost) Photo 2 of 3 A custom Studio OSKLO coffee table complement a pair of Jeanneret chairs upholstered in emerald pony hair Photo 3 of 3 A picture perfect view from the artist's studio Perfectly positioned in between is the storybook pool cabana that has been reimagined as an artist's studio–a charming focal point with its Palladium adornment. Inside, a sophisticated blend of periods and influences unfolds: an 18th-century marble relief of a small child, alongside more contemporary elements like a pair of Jeanneret chairs upholstered in emerald pony hair, a custom Studio OSKLO coffee table, and a vintage rug sourced from Hong Kong. See also: 7 iconic cantilever chairs that shaped modern furniture Photo 1 of 3 The light-filled living room with a marble fireplace (Photo: Sam Frost) Photo 2 of 3 The Oliver Gustav sofa emphasises togetherness in the cosy living area (Photo: Sam Frost) Photo 3 of 3 A brushed fusion blue marble built-in bar counter for sophisticated entertaining (Photo: Sam Frost) The home's split-level layout positions the main bedrooms and kitchen on the upper floor, with a built-out basement housing a screening room and compact office space. Don't miss: Home tour: California modernism meets Japanese sensibility in this Beverly Hills home All rooms face rear elevation that provides an unexpected bonus: panoramic views overlooking Beverly Hills and 'an unknown lake that's used for drinking water,' describes Michael Martin, the other half of the OSKLO design duo. 'While the lake is off-limits to people, flocks of birds can always be seen going back and forth, framing an amazing sunset,' he observes. Photo 1 of 2 Ample light and views in the dining area Photo 2 of 2 Studio OSKLO dining chairs upholstered in natural shearling surround a custom table crafted in Arabescato Orobico Grigio marble (Photo: Sam Frost) Throughout the interior, OSKLO maintained original architectural elements wherever possible–doors were preserved, mouldings meticulously replicated, and brickwork carefully restored. 'From colours to window details and moulding choices, we really felt like the past offered most of our architectural answers,' says Arya. Read more: Peranakan porcelain: Inside Malaysia's largest heritage Kamcheng collection Striking a balance between historical reverence and contemporary comfort, seamless herringbone oak flooring anchors the home with warmth, as sophisticated accents of white and grey marble, limestone, and rift oak cabinetry punctuate with dramatic elegance. Photo 1 of 3 Herringbone oak flooring anchors the kitchen with warmth (Photo: Sam Frost) Photo 2 of 3 Sophisticated accents of white and grey marble, and rift oak cabinetry (Photo: Michael Clifford) Photo 3 of 3 The lush greenery outdoors provide the perfect backdrop (Photo: Michael Clifford) Meanwhile, the colour scheme remains deliberately understated, as Michael explains: 'We never stray far from the lighter colours of the Pantone chart. We stuck to classic variations of white but then added a few darker tones that lend a moodier feel.' Understated, elegant and refined, the indoor spaces are then furnished with a carefully orchestrated mix that echoes a gentle European country vibe with select accents of Japanese and primitive accessories. See also: Home tour: An interior designer's monochromatic home with contouring accents in Canada Photo 1 of 2 The television room in the built-out basement with a custom-built banquette Photo 2 of 2 Thoughtful curation in the office space with a 19th-century aged Japanese desk The living room centres around an Oliver Gustav sofa that emphasises togetherness, while a commanding Paul Franklin abstract oil painting overlooks the marble fireplace flanked by antique side chairs in matching washed linen. A brushed fusion blue marble built-in bar counter completes the space designed for sophisticated entertaining, where homeowners and their guests may adjourn to the low-level terrace that overlooks the backyard and the Los Angeles skyline beyond. Don't miss: Talking hospitality, craft and honest design with Japanese architect Keiji Ashizawa Above The circular primary bathroom suite Above The shower area is wrapped in Calcatta Gold marble (Photo: Sam Frost) Above Palladian architecture with curved French doors (Photo: Sam Frost) In the dining room, Studio OSKLO dining chairs upholstered in natural shearling surround a custom table crafted in Arabescato Orobico Grigio marble, while the television room features a custom-built banquette in linen paired with a Studio oak table, creating a more casual gathering space. Read more: Home tour: A timeless apartment in Potts Point, Sydney infused with continental charm Even the office space exhibits thoughtful curation, with a 19th-century aged Japanese desk and antique lounge chairs from the 1960s creating an environment that's both functional and inviting. Photo 1 of 2 The high-ceilinged master bedroom suite Photo 2 of 2 The guest bedroom with a Ralph Lauren bed in pewter velvet The main bedroom showcases the OSKLO Pavilion king bed complemented by walnut nightstands and a custom marble console, all arranged over a luxurious Lawrence of La Brea rug. Meanwhile, in the guest room, a Ralph Lauren bed in pewter velvet shares space with a Gio Ponti writing desk, bentwood chair, Charlotte Perriand desk lamp, and custom Studio OSKLO walnut nightstands. See also: 5 interior designer tips for kid-friendly bedrooms that grow with your children Above A Charlotte Perriand desk lamp on the Gio Ponti writing desk (Photo: Sam Frost) Above A walnut nightstand paired with a Lawrence of La Brea rug (Photo: Sam Frost) 'In my early 20s, friends of mine would host the most beautiful dinner parties at an estate in the same area, where people would read poems amid a collection of blue-and-white pottery in this home that had not been touched in decades,' recalls Michael, for whom the project carries personal significance beyond its architectural merit. He continues: 'They eventually sold the property, and it was torn down to create a 20,000-sq-ft mega-mansion. I'm reminded of it every time I see that hillside, but luckily, we were able to create a tasteful renovation that respects this home's past and the legacy of this amazing area that's relatively unknown in Los Angeles.' 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Business Mayor
10-05-2025
- Business
- Business Mayor
‘We're in the Hamptons of England': Trump sends wealthy Americans fleeing to the Cotswolds
T hanksgiving in the Cotswolds is no small affair. Every November, Americans flock to the English market town of Stow-on-the-Wold to collect glazed turkey breasts, green bean casserole and a traditional sweet potato dish covered in marshmallows. It is, by Jesse D'Ambrosi's own admission, 'bizarre'. The chef, owner of D'Ambrosi Fine Foods, is one of the many Americans who have made the Cotswolds their home in recent years. Here, her Thanksgiving and Fourth of July food hampers are highly coveted. Now as Donald Trump settles into his second administration, the lure of the rolling Oxfordshire hills has grown stronger for many of her compatriots. 'I've seen a lot of Americans scoping and checking out the area,' she said. 'Obviously it's political. Why wouldn't you want to leave where that guy is in action? It is very scary times, especially for women.' It is an increasingly common view as Trump's authoritarian clampdown and attacks on academia, civil society and political opponents send shock waves through the US and leave some Americans reaching for their passports. US applications for UK citizenship hit a record high last year at more than 6,100, a 26% increase from 2023. There was a 40% year-on-year rise during the final three months of the year, around the time of Trump's re-election. In the prime London real estate market, which covers areas such as Knightsbridge and Mayfair, the number of American buyers overtook Chinese buyers for the first time last year, analysis by the property agent Knight Frank found. But the prospect of an idyllic life in the English countryside is also growing increasingly popular. Harry Gladwin, from the Buying Solution estate agency in the Cotswolds, says a significant proportion of his clients are now Americans hoping to plot a route abroad. Read More Swedish property: value gap is a hygge mugger for bank stocks American Hershey bars for sale in Jesse d'Ambrosi's shop in Stow-on-the-Wold. Photograph: Sam Frost/The Guardian 'Since the re-election of Trump there has been a big rise in Americans looking at the UK as a place to anchor themselves,' he said. 'There are multiple draws: it is a safe place to hold properties; young families often want to have a holiday home with a view to spending more time here in the long term; and older couples who want to spend more time in the UK use it as a stepping stone into Europe. 'Many of them are younger people who made money in tech and want to have some property elsewhere. There are finance people from the east coast, as well as people in media, especially in film.' Jesse d'Ambrosi previously lived in France and Amsterdam. Photograph: Sam Frost/The Guardian There is no shortage of Hollywood glamour in the Cotswolds, with its chocolate box villages and honey-hued cottages providing a bucolic setting. Some scenes in The Holiday, the 2000s romcom starring Cameron Diaz and Jude Law, were filmed close to Chipping Norton. The Oxfordshire town of Bampton was the location for village scenes in the hit period drama Downton Abbey. Last year the former chatshow star Ellen DeGeneres and her wife, Portia de Rossi, relocated to the Cotswolds, reportedly because of Trump's return to the White House. Luxury brands and lifestyle businesses are following the money. The Gallery at Aynhoe Park, an outpost of the luxury American furniture brand RH, reopened the Grade I-listed landmark two years ago as an extravagant showroom. The private members' club Soho Farmhouse and Daylesford Organic, which has expanded from a farm and furniture shop to a campus-style, five-star experience with pool, spa and padel courts, also cater for the influx. Estelle Manor, a country club in a Grade II-listed hall in Eynsham, charges a standard membership of £3,600 a year, plus a £1,000 joining fee. D'Ambrosi, who lived in France and Amsterdam before settling in the UK, opened a fine foods store in Stow-on-the-Wold a few months before the pandemic hit in 2020. She has amassed a loyal following for her colourful, healthy cooking, as well as shelves dedicated to American staples including grape jelly, pancake mix and pickles, which she describes as her 'hillbilly section'. 'We have a tremendous number of American clients who are based between the Cotswolds and London,' she said. 'We are in the Hamptons of England. We have gastropubs on every corner, high-end shopping in Daylesford and there is the accessibility factor of being able to get to London within an hour and 20 minutes.' Daniel Holder at R Scott & Co gentleman's outfitters in Cirencester. Photograph: Sam Frost/The Guardian Daniel Holder, at R Scott & Co, a menswear shop in Cirencester, said most Americans investigating the area wanted to stay in the UK as long as possible as they do not want to go back to the States. 'They spend a lot of money,' he said. 'It's mainly tweed sports jackets, flat caps and knitwear. They watch Peaky Blinders then come in and ask for a cap.' Nathan Hanafin-Smith, of Cirencester Antiques Centre, says American shoppers often arrive with a particular interest in Roman coins found in the area. 'These coins are 2,000 years old or more in some cases,' he said. 'It shocks them, as a lot of our coins are older than where they come from. It puts things in perspective for them.' Wealth managers report more queries from Americans aiming to move their assets away from the country. Sean Cockburn, of the tax specialist group Forvis Mazars, said there had been a notable increase in interest in relocating to the UK over the past three years. 'While some are concerned about the potential tax exposure resulting from the abolition of the non-dom regime, others will welcome the new exemptions that have been introduced for those coming to live in the UK for a shorter period,' he said. skip past newsletter promotion Sign up to Business Today Get set for the working day – we'll point you to all the business news and analysis you need every morning Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties. For more information see our Privacy Policy. We use Google reCaptcha to protect our website and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. after newsletter promotion Shoppers in Stow-in-the-Wold. Photograph: Sam Frost/The Guardian 'In particular, the ability to exempt foreign income and gains from UK taxation for the first four years of UK residence will make the UK very attractive for short-term visitors,' he said. In most cases, however, Americans will still be expected to pay towards tax in the US. 'The IRS will continue to apply federal income tax on their worldwide income, even when they have ceased to be resident in the US,' Cockburn said. 'So whilst a US person might initially be elated at the prospect of avoiding UK taxation on their foreign income and gains, the benefit is likely to be significantly eroded by having a larger US tax liability.' But political fears are potent enough to keep driving wealthy Democrats away, says Armand Arton, of Arton Capital, an international citizenship specialist that advises high net worth individuals. Many American families are now thinking about a plan B, he says. 'The Democrats are fleeing. The higher the profile, the higher the anti-Trump rhetoric they expressed, the more serious they are about taking those steps.' Trump's attacks on academia also appear to be fuelling the exodus. US clicks on British job listings were up 2.4 percentage points year on year to 8.5%, the sharpest increase from any country, according to the job search site Indeed. That rise was largely driven by Americans looking for roles in scientific research and development. Nathan Hanafin-Smith of Cirencester Antiques Centre. Photograph: Sam Frost/The Guardian Trump has gutted funding for medical research in universities, hospitals and other scientific institutions, targeting Harvard in particular. In February, the National Institutes of Health said it would reduce the amount of 'indirect' medical research funding by $4bn a year. Universities across the country have reduced their intake of PhD students, medical students and other graduate students, introduced hiring freezes and in some cases rescinded offers of admission. This has created a 'massive opportunity' for the UK to actively recruit American scientists, according to Sir John Bell, the renowned immunologist and president of Oxford's Ellison Institute of Technology. Speaking to the House of Lords science and technology committee last month, he said leaders in the biomedical research field in the US were already asking when they could move. 'Do the thought experiment: you are an outstanding scientist, you are sitting in an American institution, and things are not looking good,' he said. 'You know for sure that they are going to be bad for four years, they are probably going to be bad for eight years, and it will take another four years to get the thing back on its feet again. 'If you are a great scientist in your late 40s or early 50s, there is no way you are going to sit it out.' Prof Sir John Bell, immunologist and geneticist. Photograph: Sophia Evans/The Observer About 6,680 American students applied for UK courses for the traditional deadline at the end of January this year, according to Ucas, the national universities admissions service. That marked a 12% increase compared with last year, and the highest number since records began in 2006. But Americans making the leap may have to accept lower pay in the UK, especially in tech. The average salary advertised for a software engineer in the US on Indeed is $123,530 (£93,030), compared with £48,796 in the UK. American firms are waking up to the threat posed by Trump's second term. Doug Winter, the chief executive of the tech firm AI Seismic, based in San Diego, California, is actively preparing to convince his workers not to leave the States for the UK. 'The UK and other international markets are dangling a carrot that US tech workers may be tempted to bite,' he said. 'This is largely owed to the ongoing uncertainty throughout the US, as well as broader economic instability. 'Historically, the US tech ecosystem has been resilient, and many US workers trusted that their employers would see them through uncertain times. But that confidence is being tested.'
The Herald Scotland
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Woman ‘thrilled' after being crowned first Flatpack world champion
The contest was split into two rounds and involved participants making bookcases and bedside tables. Competitors taking part in the flatpack contest (Sam Frost Photography/PA) Taking a mere nine minutes and 33 seconds to build a bedside table, Hayley McAuley proved she had the speed and determination needed to become a champion. 'It's been a rollercoaster of a morning, and I am absolutely thrilled to have been crowned Flatpack World Champion,' Ms McAuley, from Wigan, said. 'When I first heard about the competition I jumped at the chance to enter as I've always thought I'm a bit of a machine when it comes to building flatpack furniture. 'Everyone truly did a fantastic job.' (from left to right) Hayley McAuley and Kevin McCloud (Sam Frost Photography/PA) Ms McAuley was awarded with a golden Allen key medal and congratulated by Kevin McCloud, who was the host of the event and is best known for presenting Grand Designs. McCloud said: 'This was great fun and hugely amusing. 'It was wonderful to see who took this seriously, and who accidentally sabotaged their own attempts to win. 'We had a really spectacular audience who found it hugely entertaining.' The furniture pieces are to be donated to the charity British Heart Foundation. Grand Designs Live will run from May 2 to 5 and is in its 20th year.
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Former Home and Away actress Sam Frost welcomes second baby: 'Love the name'
Former Home and Away actress Sam Frost has taken to Instagram to announce the birth of her second son. She shared a black and white photo of herself and her newborn, introducing him to the world, writing, "This is Bobby ❤️. "Bobby Jordan Frost-Hansen. We love you so much little man," she said, adding that he was born on the 29th of March. Sam first announced she was pregnant in November by sharing a snap of herself, her partner Jordie Hansen and their son, Theodore. "Our family is growing from three to four 💚 it has been a wild ride but we are extremely grateful our little one is healthy and doing okay in there," Sam wrote. "We are all very excited to meet you, especially your big brother! "Huge thank you to our family and friends for all their love and support over these past few months. We love you xxxx." RELATED: Home and Away's Sam Frost reveals 'beautiful' family update: 'Wild ride' Home and Away's Sam Frost stuns fans with transformation: 'Obsessed' Former Bachelorette Sam Frost's vulnerable interview: 'I hated myself' Lisa Wilkinson commented on Sam's post, writing, "I'm melting! Bobby is just beautiful. And well done you. Congratulations." "Bobby!! What a little bruiser! Congrats dudes!!" Tim Blackwell added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sam Frost (@samfrost) "Congrats angel! So happy for you!" Brittany Hockley wrote. Survivor star Shonee Bowtell commented, "Gorgeous family!!!!! Congrats! I absolutely love the name." SHOP: ☕️ 'Love it': $2.25 item the secret to perfect at-home coffee 🐔 Red Rooster's 'wild' $6 new menu item causes a frenzy: 'Super light, crispy crunchy' 🕶️ Aussie brand founded by Air Force pilot solves year-round parenting problem: 'Essential' Rachael Finch also added, "Congratulations angel!!! He is just beautiful." Sam, who rose to fame on The Bachelor and became Australia's first Bachelorette, began dating Australian Survivor star Jordie in early 2022. They announced their engagement just a few months later, and their son Theodore was born on March 7, 2023.
