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Daily Mirror
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
What happened to Dani Dyer's ex and convicted conman Sammy Kimmence?
Dani Dyer is just days away from marrying England international Jared Bowen, but before the West Ham star, the reality star dated convicted conman Sammy Kimmence, who is the father of her first child Dani Dyer had a turbulent relationship with her convicted con artist boyfriend, Sammy Kimmence, after leaving the Love Island villa. Despite appearing as though they were loves young dream, cracks in their relationship started to appear. Dani and Sammy rekindled their romance after the breakdown of her relationship with Jack Fincham, with whom she won the ITV2 reality show. But the former couple went on to reach a major milestone when the reality star announced she was pregnant. The couple went on to welcome their son, Santiago, just months before Sammy found himself in trouble with the law. But as Dani officially moves on with her wedding to West Ham and England star Jarrod Bowen just around the corner, who did Dani leave behind? Dani and Sammy The Love Island winner and Sammy had an on-off relationship that predated her appearance on the ITV reality show back in 2019. Once Dani entered the show, it seemed she would be destined for a life with Jack Fincham as they charmed the nation into winning the show with their relatable and seemingly perfect relationship. But outside of the Spanish sun, their relationship wasn't the same, with the couple calling it quits in April 2019, shortly after the show came to an end. Not too long after Dani and Sammy rekindled their old flame being captured having a cheeky kiss in Chelsea. From there, it looked as though Dani would reignite the spark with the amateur footballer and former stockbroker - something her legendary actor dad wasn't too happy about, reportedly not approving of their relationship at first. But despite any criticism the pair seemed happier than ever, often sharing snaps from holidays abroad and lavish nights out. But their relationship would take another leap forward in July 2020, when the couple announced Dani was pregnant. But with their son Santiago due to be born the following January, the couple had little idea of the looming trouble that was coming. A run-in with the law Just months after Santiago was born, Sammy found himself in serious trouble when he posed as a financial advisor and swindled two elderly men out of their savings. The victims, a 91-year-old and an 81-year-old who suffers from Alzheimer's, had been clients at one of Kimmence's former workplaces. The company would place bets on behalf of their customers, but once the business had gone into liquidation, Kimmence took the money from the clients, claiming he would invest it by placing horse-racing bets, but instead took more than £34,000 from them to splash out on his luxury lifestyle. At the trial at Portsmouth Crown Court, the jury heard how Kimmence splashed out on designer clothes, paid for restaurant bills, paid off his overdraft, and went on an Ibiza holiday, all while one of his victims was left struggling 'on the breadline'. Prosecutor Mike Mason said: "This was a very unpleasant fraud against two men who Mr Kimmence deliberately targeted. He targeted them because they were old, they were vulnerable and somewhat isolated. This wasn't something he migrated into from a friendship. This was something he planned." He was found guilty and handed a three-and-a-half-year jail sentence, leaving Dani to raise Santiago on her own. He was also ordered to pay back almost £55,000, with some of his pricey designer outfits used to settle the bill. The aftermath Sammy is thought to have misled Dani about his crimes, claiming they were "not that serious" and telling her he was only facing a more minor suspended sentence. However, after learning the truth about his dodgy dealings, she ended their relationship, making the brave decision to focus on life as a single parent. At the time, a source told The Sun: 'Sammy led Dani to believe he hadn't done anything too serious and that he would get a suspended sentence. "Now she knows the full horror of what he did. She is broken, she feels desperately sorry for the two men he scammed and whose lives he ruined. Dani feels utterly stupid for ever believing Sammy and is totally overwhelmed.' 'Dani knows she has to make some massive changes in her life but is so distraught that she needs time to think things through," she added: "Her baby boy Santi is the only thing that matters now." After serving more than a year behind bars Sammy was released and was reunited with their son who was captured beaming and clapping his hands alongside his father, who is also smiling from ear-to-ear. Dani's new life Since her breakup with the convicted con man, Dani focused on herself before a chance run-in with her future husband, Jarrod Bowen, in 2021. The two fell upon each other when they were neighbours, with the West Ham star often taking in parcels for her. Not being much of a football fan, she had no idea who he was, but she knew she fancied him. Remembering those early days, she said: "He knocked on my door a couple of times because my parcels went there. I remember the first time I opened the door, and I didn't know this was Jarrod Bowen, right? And he was hot! Blue eyes, blonde hair, very like a bit of me. And I was like 'Oh, thanks'." Since then the pair have been serving up serious couple goals with Dani surprising fans at the start of 2023 when she and Jarrod revealed they were expecting twins and just a few months later on May 25, the new mum announced they'd been born with some cute baby photos. Today, the pair will take the next step, officially tying the knot at the Bridgerton-themed wedding in the English countryside.
Tom's Guide
11 hours ago
- Tom's Guide
I put the Galaxy S25 Edge and Galaxy S25 Ultra through a 10-round photo face-off — here's the winner
Apart from its smaller battery, a big trade-off that many point out about the Galaxy S25 Edge is its camera system. Unlike the rest of the S25 lineup, the Edge only gets a dual camera setup — a 200MP main sensor paired with a 12MP ultrawide. The only thing the S24 Edge is lacking is a dedicated telephoto camera, which shouldn't be too bad, right? Well, it's tougher because of its $1,099 cost, which isn't too far away from the $1,299 sticker price attached to the S25 Ultra. Sammy's flagship comes with two dedicated telephoto cameras, a 10MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom and a 50MP one with a slightly longer 5x optical lens. They complement the S25 Ultra's 200MP main sensor and 50MP ultrawide. There are clearly differences between them, but I mention in my Galaxy 25 Edge review how its main camera performs just as good as the S25 Ultra. Still, it's going to take more than that to convince people the Edge is the one to get. It's no surprise that the Galaxy S25 Ultra is the best phone and best camera phone you can get right now, made better by its longer battery life and added S Pen utility. I've taken both phones with me to capture the same scenes, then preview them on my computer to inspect their differences. In this Galaxy S25 Edge vs Galaxy S25 Ultra photo face-off, there can only be one that comes out on top. After taking countless shots with their main cameras, I can say that their performances are more or less identical — which is a good thing. Overlooking Bryant Park's sprawling lawn, it's almost hard to tell the two apart because they're similar. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Both phones do an excellent job of exposing the entire scene, including the shadows all around the trees in the background. Details in the foreground, like the chairs with Bryant Park etched on them and the wooden box, all look the same. Farther away in the background, the surrounding buildings and skyscrapers all hold the same amount of detail. Winner: Tie This is another reason why you can't always judge a camera by its specs. On paper, it seems that the S25 Edge is at a disadvantage with its 12MP ultrawide camera — especially against the pixel packed 50MP ultrawide of the S25 Ultra. But since the phones by default downsize images to 12MP, their performances look very similar. At the corner of Broadway and 42nd street near Times Square, I pointed both cameras straight up to see how much of the scene they could capture. Even though Samsung hasn't disclosed its field of view, it appears as though the Edge has a wider one over the Ultra. Meanwhile, the exposure of the shot and details throughout the scene, like the one way and Broadway signs to the left, all appear identical. But since the S25 Edge has a smidge wider reach, I'm giving it the win here. Winner: Galaxy S25 Edge Without switching to other color profiles, it's clear that Samsung's signature style is evident in how they produce colors by default. It's all about the saturated tones with these shots inside of Whole Foods by the produce section. Many of the colors appear to be the same, like the yellow peppers on the middle shelf and green squash to the right. However, the red peppers on the top right and middle shelves are much more oversaturated with the S25 Ultra. I personally don't mind, but it's more of an unrealistic look compared to the Edge — which is still saturated in tone in my opinion. Winner: Galaxy S25 Edge Their main cameras again appear to have no major differences, as these shots from Bryant Park underneath the trees deliver the same exposure. I like how they prioritize the exposure on the trees, so the areas in shadow are brightened up a bit. With the buildings peeking from behind the trees, they're overblown by the two phones, but neither one seems to be better or worse with this. Winner: Tie Sticking with their main cameras for capturing panoramas (instead of their ultrawide cams), it's another similar outcome between the S25 Edge and S25 Ultra. Most notably, they cast the same exposure from left to right — struggling a bit with the brighter spots in the middle, which is due to how they compensate for the shot starting from the left. That area was in shadow when I started the shot more so than the rest, which explains the overexposure in the middle. Winner: Tie Both phones have 12MP (f/2.2) selfie cameras, and based on all the selfies I shot of myself, I can say they're identical. I really like how they capture the same fine details around my face, like my hairline and slight stubble. The S25 Edge and S25 Ultra capture the same details in the fabric of my hoodie. And finally, I don't see any difference in how my skin tone looks — which gets the exposure treatment to brighten me up a little. Winner: Tie With my colleague Ryan Epps as my model, the portrait shots from the S25 Edge and S25 Ultra appear identical at first glance. There's proper subject-background separation when I shot these portraits at 2x zoom, along with accurate blurring all around the edges of Ryan — including the two areas between his arms that can sometimes hang up some phones. But when I zoom into his face, I notice an over-sharpening effect applied to the S25 Ultra's shot, which does draw out a little more detail. It's also worth pointing out that the S25 Ultra also offers portrait mode in 3x and 5x zoom, which I feel are better suited for portraits. In contrast, I'm locked into either 1x or 2x zoom with the S25 Edge. Winner: Galaxy S25 Ultra One of the trickiest parts of capturing macro photos with both phones is getting the same focus between them, since it's really narrow the closer I get to subjects — and this is one of those examples. I will say, though, that both phones take exceptional macro shots that are rich in detail. Overall, I like how the shots came out with this yellow flower. Not only are the petals well defined, but they also capture the water droplets all around it. But it ultimately comes down to focus, which in this case goes to the S25 Edge. Winner: Galaxy S25 Edge So far in this Galaxy S25 Edge vs Galaxy S25 Ultra photo shoot-out, it's been largely a close race with neither one proving to me its cameras are considerably better. But as I've alluded earlier on, the lack of a dedicated telephoto camera with the S25 Edge could be a big trade-off for those needing to get closer. I captured these telephoto shots at 10x zoom, seeing that's where the S25 Edge maxes out — whereas the S25 Ultra goes to an ridiculous 100x zoom. Right away, there's a noticeable difference in what they capture with more detail and definition from the S25 Ultra's dedicated 50MP telephoto with 5x optical zoom. I can make out the individual bricks and other ornamental details around the building, which appear as nothing more than streaky details with the S25 Edge. For all the optimizations and enhancements that Samsung applies with the Galaxy S25 Edge's shot, its performance just can't match what an optical lens offers. Winner: Galaxy S25 Ultra Despite the rainy and windy conditions, the low light shots I captured with both phones appear to deliver the same qualities — which I'm not surprised given how similar their main cameras behave. The scene above was actually darker than what the images show, which proves how well they are at brightening up dark conditions with their night modes. I don't see much difference between the S25 Edge and S25 Ultra here, as they properly boost the exposure to draw out the hidden details around the tree, while also mitigating the strong light source in the background. When it comes to low light, they can turn any dim scene and make them bright. Winner: Tie Technically this Galaxy S25 Edge vs Galaxy S25 Ultra photo shoot-out is a tie after tallying up the results, but it's not in my opinion. While the Galaxy S25 Edge wins in categories like colors and ultrawide, its margin of victory is narrow in those rounds. In contrast, the Galaxy S25 Ultra proves to be superior when it comes to its portrait and telephoto performances. The former isn't a huge stretch over the S25 Edge, but its telephoto performance can't be overlooked because of the amount of detail it's able to capture. This gives the S25 Ultra an inherent advantage for capturing subjects farther away. I'm not saying that the $200 difference separating the two is justified solely by the S25 Ultra's telephoto performance, but it's just one of many things that would convince me to buy the Ultra over the Edge. Based on its performance, I would suspect the S25 Ultra would also have a benefit with video recording with its telephoto capabilities. All of these reasons validate my sentiments of the S25 Ultra being the better phone overall.
Daily Express
14 hours ago
- Daily Express
RM119,400 drugs seized, two held
Published on: Friday, May 30, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 30, 2025 Text Size: Sammy (left) inspecting the confiscated substances. PENAMPANG: A recent joint operation by Sabah Police Contingent's Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department and Penampang police resulted in the seizure of various drugs worth RM119,400 and the arrest of two local men. Both suspects, aged 31 and 49, tested positive for various drug substances. Penampang District Police Chief Supt Sammy Newton said the raid on an entertainment premises yielded 5.727gm of ecstasy powder, 32.58gm of ketamine, 18 Erimin 5 pills weighing 6.23gm and 11 ecstasy pills weighing 5gm. 'The first suspect tested positive for methamphetamine and amphetamine, while the second tested positive for methamphetamine, amphetamine and ketamine,' he said, Thursday. Background checks revealed that one of the suspects has a previous criminal record related to drug offences, indicating possible repeat involvement in narcotics activities. Both men are being investigated under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, which carries severe penalties including the death sentence or life imprisonment of 30 years, along with a minimum of 12 strokes of the cane, on conviction. Advertisement The case is also being investigated under Section 15(1)(A) of the same Act, which provides for a maximum fine of RM5,000 or imprisonment up to two years if found guilty. The suspects are currently under remand as investigations continue. Members of the public with information about drug-related crimes are urged to come forward and report to the authorities immediately. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
2 days ago
- Daily Express
Two arrested, RM119,000 worth of drugs seized in Penampang nightclub raid
Published on: Friday, May 30, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 30, 2025 Text Size: Sammy showing the seized synthetic drugs PENAMPANG: Police have seized various types of drugs worth RM119,400 during a raid at an entertainment premises in Penampang, arresting two local men aged 31 and 49 on Wednesday. Penampang district police chief Supt Sammy Newton said the joint operation between the Sabah Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department and Penampang district police narcotics division uncovered suspected ecstasy powder (5,727g), ketamine (32.58g), Erimin 5 pills (6.23g), and ecstasy pills (5g). 'Urine tests found both suspects positive for multiple drugs, including methamphetamine, amphetamine, and ketamine,' he said, adding that one suspect has a previous drug-related record. The case is being investigated under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, which carries the death penalty or life imprisonment, and Section 15(1)(a) for drug use. Both suspects have been remanded for further investigation. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
7NEWS
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
Rachael ‘Raygun' Gunn reveals struggle with anxiety after Olympic break-dancing went viral
Australian breakdancer Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn has spoken out about the deep impact the viral reaction to her Olympic performance had on her mental health. Gunn, 37, revealed she was already dealing with anxiety before the Olympics, but the global backlash after her routine made things much worse. She described feeling 'paralysed' and 'panicky' if her husband wasn't nearby. Opening up to News Corp, Gunn said getting off social media, support from loved ones, and regular psychologist appointments helped her cope. Gunn, who recently performed with Richard Branson on a Virgin Voyages cruise after her Olympic routine went viral, shared that she began taking anti-anxiety medication about six months before Paris due to the pressure of being the first Australian woman to qualify for Olympic break-dancing. 'The Olympics is such a huge event and there's so much pressure on you, regardless of your chances,' she said. 'My journey with anxiety started before the big day when everything changed, but because I'd already had that experience with it and a bit of a support structure in place it meant I was able to get through that whirlwind of an adventure and the wild ride a bit easier.' The months after the Olympics were especially tough. Gunn described feeling 'paralysed' and 'frozen' at times. 'I was just kind of stuck and paralysed until either Sammy (husband Samuel Free) came back or we found some friends or something,' she said. 'For a long time I generally felt out of my body, if that makes sense, like the whole world was different. 'I would have a good cry probably every couple of weeks because I felt so numb the rest of the time, like I couldn't be angry, I couldn't be upset, I was just trying to process everything that was happening. 'Then I would have a good cry and I would feel a bit better for a while. 'It's still hard, to be honest, I still have bad days.' She's now slowly regaining her confidence to break-dance again. 'I used to practise on the street four nights a week, I still haven't got the confidence to do that but I am able to break at home with Sammy and a friend and build from there,' she said. 'Now I'm actually starting to enjoy it again and it's nice to be able to dance with no pressure and work on some moves.' Gunn continues to work at Macquarie University, marking essays and helping with teaching. 'I'm working on some stuff behind the scenes … you certainly haven't seen the last of me,' she said. She also shared her new hobby of knitting, calling her project 'my mental health scarf.' 'This is my mental health scarf,' she said, holding it up. 'It's the most ridiculous thing, it's so long, but it was because I was so restless watching TV or whatever, it helped me do something with my hands and keep them busy because I feel like I get a lot of anxiety. 'It's just for me, so who cares, it will be ready in winter 2027 … it's nice to do something that has no pressure and you can just keep working on it and feel a sense of accomplishment. 'This is the stuff you have to explore when you're struggling with your mental health.' On returning to Australia, Gunn found comfort in 1980s Aerobics Oz Style videos on YouTube to help her exercise. 'When I came back to Sydney, I could barely leave the house, so I wasn't about to go to a gym or join a class so I looked on YouTube a lot for some workout videos,' she said. 'I did pilates and I've been doing yoga for years and I actually got into the old 80s Oz-Style Aerobics which were on YouTube. 'They're fun, they're good, they're easy.'
