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Newsweek
3 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Steelers Rookie Jack Sawyer Already Drawing Rave Reviews
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Pittsburgh Steelers put together a very interesting draft. While they didn't take a quarterback as early as expected, waiting until the sixth round to bring in Will Howard, they made other big-time moves before that selection. One of the more intriguing additions was former Ohio State standout pass rusher Jack Sawyer. Sawyer, who was one of the heroes of the College Football Playoff for the Buckeyes, will now look to help T.J. Watt with pressure off of the edge. So far, he is making a major impression on the Steelers and his new teammates. Jack Sawyer #33 of the Ohio State Buckeyes celebrates during the second quarter against the Tennessee Volunteers in the Playoff First Round Game at Ohio Stadium on December 21, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. Jack Sawyer #33 of the Ohio State Buckeyes celebrates during the second quarter against the Tennessee Volunteers in the Playoff First Round Game at Ohio Stadium on December 21, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. Photo byWith OTA's underway, Sawyer has been given a chance to show his new teammates what he can bring to the team. He has already started making them take notice of his ability. Read more: Peyton Manning Doesn't Hold Back About Aaron Rodgers Amid Steelers Rumors Alex Highsmith, Pittsburgh's veteran linebacker, spoke out with major praise for Sawyer. He likes what he's seeing from the rookie defender. "He's gonna be a dog for us," Highsmith said. "He's got his right head on his shoulders and he works hard. Like I said, he's got the right mindset. It's been cool being able to interact with him and help him out. I came in as a rookie, and T.J. [Watt] and Bud [Dupree] helped me out a lot, as well. That's one thing I want to be able to pour into the new guys that are coming in." Two things can be taken from that quote. Number one, Sawyer could provide an instant impact for the Steelers. Secondly, Highsmith has become a major leader for the defense and will be very helpful for young players. Of course, the rumors surrounding Pittsburgh on the offensive side of the football have not died down. Aaron Rodgers still has yet to sign a contract and the quarterback situation is a complete question mark. Read more: Steelers Given Shocking Suggestion at QB and It's Not Aaron Rodgers Even with Rodgers onboard, the Steelers would need a great defense to compete in the AFC. They seem to have put that defense together well. During his college career at Ohio State, Sawyer played in four seasons and 54 total games. He racked up 144 total tackles to go along with 23 sacks, six forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries, two defensive touchdowns, one interception, and 11 defended passes. There is no question that Sawyer has the talent to become a special player at the NFL level. Already, he's starting to show that potential and his teammates are clearly taking notice. For more Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Health
- The Irish Sun
I was a victim of ‘Del Boy' of BBLs I am thrilled Katie Price's butt lift injector has been banned after I almost died
READING the news that her former surgeon Rick Sawyer has been banned cosmetic procedures Bonnie Louise Cooper felt a wave of relief sweep over her body. Sawyer, who gained notoriety performing the BBLs on Katie Price, will no longer be able to practice cosmetic surgery across England and Wales for three years after being slapped with the ban in Manchester Civil Court. 6 Bonnie-Louise Cooper fought for her life after having a BBL at one of Rick Sawyer's clinics Credit: Supplied 6 The mum-of-one contracted sepsis and is lucky to be alive Credit: Supplied He was exposed after a BBC documentary showed him using a rented office block in London to perform the potentially deadly procedure that left some victims, including Bonnie, hospitalised with deadly sepsis. Bonnie, 27, was one of the women whose evidence had been used to ensure the man she had dubbed an 'evil Del Boy,' was served with an injunction. Sawyer has been banned from conducting any procedures in England and Wales until 27 May 2028 after a court heard evidence his BBL procedure had exposed women to sepsis. The injunction also prohibits him from possessing related surgical equipment or any antibiotics typically used in such treatments, unless prescribed for his own personal use. Read More on Real Lives 'I can finally breathe again, Sawyer can no longer hurt any other women,' says Bonnie. 'I was left writing in agony and screaming in pain because of this procedure. 'I still need treatment for my injuries two years on. 'It's a huge relief and I know it's going to send a message to other so-called 'experts' who claim to be trained and licensed. Most read in Fabulous 'These people are evil Del Boys who inflict suffering on unwitting victims. 'I'd be dead if my sister hadn't called the ambulance and gotten me into hospital. Watch as Katie Price livestreams her bum filler op for shocked fans as TWO surgeons inject her on operating table 'My little boy would have been an orphan all because of one of Sawyer's liquid butt lifts.' Beautician Bonnie, lives in Swanage, Dorset is mum to five -year-old Kash and says she decided to have a liquid BBL in November 2023. 'I thought I was doing the right and responsible thing by choosing a British clinic, I was told it was the safest option,' she says. 'I chose the one used by Katie Price on London's elite Harley Street thinking it safe.' But the night before, Bonnie admits she was stunned when she received a text with the address of the practitioner's "second clinic" in Romford, Essex. 'I was assured this was normal,' she remembers. When Bonnie arrived, the mum was told the producer was 'entirely safe'. 'It was explained I was having 250 mils of filler injected into each buttock,' she says. 6 The mum had her bum injected with filler in the hope to get a pert bottom Credit: supplied 6 Katie Price has previously promoted Sawyer 6 More than 30 people have spoken to the BBC claiming Sawyer botched their procedures 'I was given some numbing cream, but I wasn't prepared for the pain of the cannula injection. 'I always thought that giving birth was the worst pain I had ever experienced but labour was nothing compared to this.' Bonnie says the procedure was done in a beauty salon style environment and she was told to stand rather than lie down for the injections. 'I was in shock after the procedure,' she admits. 'I tried to put on a brave face, I was told I was likely to feel a bit odd because of the numbing cream. 'I asked if I should drive home and was told it was fine. 'That didn't make sense to me. I'd just had half a litre of filler injected into my bum. 'I wasn't given any after care instructions and was sent home without antibiotics and by the time I got home, I was screaming in agony. 'I couldn't get out of the car, and I started to vomit and fainted trying to get into my house. 'I rang the clinic, and I was told that they would get antibiotics for me the next day and advised me to go to bed.' Bonnie's sister Lisa-Marie Hughes,32, a stay-at-home mum, visited her that night, and had she not Bonnie might not be alive. 'She found me delirious, sweating and in absolute agony,' Bonnie recalls. Bonnie was rushed to hospital and diagnosed with sepsis. She was given morphine regularly for the next four days and intravenous antibiotics to fight the injection. 'I had an emergency MRI scan, and it revealed the procedure had caused muscle damage,' Bonnie says. 'It was so serious I was given a referral to Salisbury Plastics for dissolving procedures.' It took almost five days before Bonnie was well enough to be sent home. 'I had to take two different types of antibiotics for another month and was still on painkillers two months later,' she says. 'The antibiotics promised by the clinic never arrived and I was never told, despite asking what type of filler they used. 'The hospital tried to call the salon, but they didn't answer. It was awful. 'I felt like I'd been thrown to the wolves. I was left with no aftercare and no follow up.' 'I have huge regrets, and I still worry about on-going long-term side effects. I hope this ban allows the victims to stand tall Bonnie Cooper 'It was one of the most terrifying experiences of my life. No one should ever have to experience that.' The standard surgical BBL involves the patient having fat harvested from their own body and re-injection into the buttock area. A non-invasive liquid BBL uses a range of dermal fillers including hyaluronic acid which is injected into each buttock using a large cannula to add volume. The liquid BBL is promoted as relatively pain free because the filler contains lidocaine, a local anaesthetic. While it seemed like the perfect option, two years on Bonnie is still suffering from her botched BBl. 'Two years on and I am still having physiotherapy on one of my legs to treat nerve damage two times a week,' she says. 'I have a shooting nerve in one leg. It's a constant reminder of what I suffered at the hands of Sawyer's clinics.' Bonnie is one of more than forty women used as evidence for the case for the self-styled 'celeb backed' expert to be banned. As part of the ban the Manchester Civil Court attached a power of arrest to the order, meaning Sawyer could be arrested without a warrant if he is found to be in breach of the terms. The court, together with Trafford Council, heard evidence which included a BBC documentary showing him working out of a rented office performing the procedures. The lawyer James Parry, who raised the case, said the injuries suffered were akin to that of a 'serious knife crime'. Sawyer, who is described as a beauty consultant, was found to be administering injections containing up to 1,000ml of dermal filler into clients' buttocks, without having a single healthcare qualification. What are Brazilian Butt Lifts and why are they so popular? Buttock enlargement surgery - known as a Brazilian butt-lift (BBL) - is used to make the bum look bigger, rounded and lifted. Surgeons transfer fat, inject filler or insert silicone-filled implants. It is the fastest growing cosmetic procedure but also one of the most dangerous, according to the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS). Many patients are travelling to the likes of Turkey or seeking out unregistered surgeons in the UK and are not given full information on the risks. BBLs carry the highest risk of all cosmetic surgeries - with more than one death occurring per 4,000 procedures. Due to celebrities undergoing such ops, many women are hoping to emulate their looks. Consultant clinical psychologist Dr Anu Sayal-Bennett, a chartered member of the British Psychological Society, told Many people travel abroad for the procedure because it is cheaper and advertising is "terribly seductive", combined with the idea of a beach holiday, added Dr Sayal-Bennett. The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health has welcomed the ban. Institute President, Mark Elliot, slamming the shocking and dangerous practices Mr Sawyer was found to have committed saying 'the regulatory framework has failed to keep pace with the increase in the prevalence of cosmetic procedures in recent years, fuelled by social media,' The Sawyer ban comes six weeks after socially 'irresponsible' adverts for liquid Brazilian butt lifts have been banned by the Advertising Standards Authority in Britain. The Authority found a slew of promotional posts on Facebook and Instagram broke the rules - and featured time-limited discounts that could rush consumers into making decisions. It banned six BBL providers from using their ads in the current form again, finding they could pressure women into booking cosmetic surgery "without taking sufficient time to consider the consequences". According to the watchdog 'Undertaking cosmetic surgery should have been portrayed as a decision that required time and thought from consumers before proceeding, because of the risks involved. Some of the adverts featured before-and-after images of Brazilian butt lifts, with captions such as: "Get the curves and contours you've always wanted with our safe and effective body filler treatments.' Others urged potential customers to take advantage of an exclusive opportunity to get that perfect peachy look" - and warned "limited space" was available on certain days. Bonnie says the ban should be just the first step in a continued crackdown on so-called back street beauty consultants. 'I hope this ban allows the victims to stand tall,' she adds. Bonnie, who has campaigned to raise awareness about the dangers of this style for BBL, is now calling for new laws making it illegal to perform procedures like this in Britain. 'I fell victim to Sawyer in 2023, and it's taken almost two years for action,' she says. 'There needs to be a fast-tracked approach or new laws to regulate the industry. 'This ban is a start.' 6 Bonnie says that Sawyer's ban is a step in the right direction Credit: supplied
ITV News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- ITV News
Celebrity injector banned after ITV News investigation into liquid BBL procedures
A celebrity aesthetician, known for his work on Katie Price and reality stars, has been banned from carrying out any cosmetic procedures across England and Wales following a series of botched treatments exposed by ITV News. Ricky Sawyer, who gained notoriety offering so-called "non-surgical BBLs", which involve the injection of dermal filler into the buttocks, has been handed a court injunction preventing him from practising until May 2028. The ban follows an extensive investigation first launched by ITV News in 2023, which uncovered how Sawyer was performing high-risk procedures in unregulated settings, leaving women with life-changing injuries. Our reports — which featured whistleblowers, victims, and undercover footage — were the first to expose his dangerous practices. One of his clients, Louise Moller, told me she was "20 minutes from death", after developing sepsis as a result of her treatment. Others reported tissue necrosis, severe infections, and enduring trauma after undergoing filler-based BBLs in places as informal as rented office blocks. I spoke with Louise's mother, Janet who welcomes the ban. But she is calling for more to be done to overhaul the aesthetics industry. "We absolutely welcome this. It's absolutely amazing and everything we were hoping for," Janet said. "But more could be done. We need justice for all the harm that has been caused. "I am very disappointed and let down by the government. I don't understand what is holding the government up". ITV News previously went undercover to expose unregulated Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) practices and discovered an alarming rise in the dangerous cosmetic procedure happening in the UK Following our report a large number of women approached us with similarly alarming stories. Bonnie-Louise Cooper was one of them. "Im so glad [Sawyer] has now been faced with a ban from carrying out this procedure," she told ITV News. "It will give us girls who have fallen victim to him some kind of peace, knowing he can't hurt anyone else, as we knew he wouldn't willingly stop anyway. "It's a true shame that this ban is only until 2028," Bonnie added. "I'd still like him to face some kind of real punishment for all the girls he has caused harm too. I'd like that for all of us". She's not the only one who is calling for more to be done. Despite previous prohibition notices from councils in Essex, Glasgow, and Greater Manchester, Sawyer continued operating under new business names. His social media pages boasted celebrity endorsements and before-and-after shots — masking the reality that many of his procedures went seriously wrong. Undercover footage from inside a one-day training course in "fat reduction" procedures at Luxury Medical Aesthetics in Clapham Now, after a successful legal case brought by Trafford Council, a judge has banned Sawyer from administering any aesthetic treatments or possessing medical equipment unless prescribed for personal use. A power of arrest has been attached to key parts of the order, meaning police can detain him immediately if he breaks the injunction. A spokesperson for Trafford Council said: 'As a local authority we work hard to protect our residents from harm, and this includes potentially injurious cosmetic procedures. "Trafford Council obtained evidence that the procedures offered by Mr Sawyer in unhygienic popup venues including Air BnBs and rented offices had resulted in serious infections and complications which had required emergency lifesaving surgery in some cases. 'The Council also has evidence that Mr Sawyer has breached prohibition notices which would have prevented him setting up pop up events. As a result, the injunction was obtained on May 28, 2025. We urge anyone seeking this type of treatment or others to look to the NHS for advice and report any concerns to their council.' This ruling is the latest development in a growing scandal around unregulated aesthetic procedures in the UK.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Butt-lift injector banned from carrying out procedures
A self-styled "beauty consultant" who specialises in liquid Brazilian butt-lifts (BBLs) has been banned from carrying out any form of cosmetic surgery across England and Wales following a BBC investigation. Ricky Sawyer was found to be performing risky BBL treatments - which involve injecting up to 1,000ml of dermal filler into clients' buttocks to make them look bigger. He was exposed while working in a rented office block in London, performing dangerous procedures and handing over medication illegally. The BBC's findings were submitted to Manchester Civil Justice Centre as part of a civil action brought forward by Trafford Council. On Wednesday a judge granted an injunction against Mr Sawyer, banning him from carrying out or arranging cosmetic surgeries in England and Wales until 27 May 2028. The court heard evidence that included video footage from the BBC's original documentary, and graphic pictures of one of Mr Sawyer's client's injuries. James Parry, the lawyer who brought the case on behalf of Trafford Council, told the judge that the injuries were akin to that of "serious knife crime". Mr Parry later told the BBC: "I think that the level of injury that people have suffered and have produced evidence of their suffering of is quite shocking." Judge McAdam, in granting the injunction, agreed that the images were "shocking" and concluded that the breadth of the order was necessary to prevent further public harm. The injunction prohibits Mr Sawyer from undertaking or facilitating any invasive cosmetic procedures, including but not limited to the BBL, anywhere in England and Wales. It also bars him from possessing related surgical equipment or any antibiotics typically used in such treatments, unless prescribed for his own use. The court attached a power of arrest to key clauses in the order, meaning police may arrest Mr Sawyer without a warrant if he is found to be in breach of its terms. Mr Sawyer has been given 21 days to challenge the injunction. The BBC has heard testimony from nearly 40 women who reported serious complications, including sepsis and necrosis, after undergoing procedures by Mr Sawyer. Ashley, 27, attended one of Mr Sawyer's pop-up clinics last spring, and said she was drawn to Mr Sawyer by his low prices and celebrity endorsements. She travelled from her home in Liverpool to London and was directed to an office block. Despite misgivings about the location, she decided to go through with it. She said that after the injections started the pain was instant. "I nearly fainted" she said. At one point Ashley turned around and saw Mr Sawyer covered in blood. "He butchered me, there is no other word for it." Ashley said she left the clinic barely able to walk and covered in blood. Three days later, she was rushed to hospital with an infection and told she could have died without treatment. While Ashely has made a full recovery her voice still shakes when she recounts the experience at Mr Sawyer's hands. Reacting to Wednesday's court proceedings, Ashley said: "I am relieved, it makes me feel that we're being taken seriously." Several councils have banned Mr Sawyer from practising in their areas. And since the BBC documentary aired three further councils - Trafford, Salford and Manchester - have also banned him. Trafford Council said it would continue to monitor compliance with the injunction and encouraged anyone with information about unlawful cosmetic procedures to come forward.
Elle
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
3 Bob Haircuts For Fine Hair That Sing Summer
If you've got fine hair, but desperately want to brave the chop and get a bob this summer, we've got some good news - there's plenty of sophisticated options for every texture and style. It's all about finding the right shape for you. The bad news is, not every type of bob haircut will work for thinner hair types. In fact, a bob for fine hair requires completely different considerations to that of fuller heads, so it's important to have a trained eye and expert hand at the helm of your fresh 'do. That being said, when cut and styled well, a bob can be transformative for wispier hair types - not to mention, it makes the ultimate summer refresh. Here, Luke Sawyer, creative director at Taylor Taylor London's Portobello Salon and session stylist Abigail Constanza break down the best bob haircuts for fine hair types to sport this summer. Not to dissimilar to summer's coveted 'snap bob', this clean, statement style is ready-made for finer hair types. Plus, it's already been adopted by the likes of Lily Collins and Carey Mulligan. 'Think ultra-clean lines, subtle graduation and a graphic silhouette that sits just at the jawline, this is all about precision cutting but with a timeless French energy (imagine a modern-day Amélie with sharper edges), but it's evolved for 2025 with more structure and less softness,' says Luke Sawyer, creative director of Taylor Taylor London's Portobello Salon. 'It's best on straight to slightly wavy textures, this look is incredible on oval, square and heart shaped faces. It's definitely a power cut and unapologetically confident! It works beautifully across all hair types when tailored right, but relies on strong perimeter lines to make its statement.' When it comes to styling, a traditional round brush or a set of quality hair straighteners will be your best friend. 'For a polished finish, a sleek blow-dry with a round brush is your go to,' says Sawyer. 'I'd add a drop of serum through the ends and flat iron if needed for that razor-sharp effect. For something more lived-in, mist with a light texturising spray and scrunch slightly for an undone feel.' When it comes to the appointment itself, ask your hairdresser for a blunt, boxy bob with clean lines and minimal layering. 'Make sure they tailor the perimeter to your jawline as a true sculpted bob should enhance your bone structure, not fight it and also don't forget to chat fringe options, a micro fringe can completely transform the look if you're feeling brave.' If you want a bob that veers on soft, as opposed to something dramatic and sharp, introducing subtle layers is an absolute must. 'The airy layered bob is a soft, floaty and full of movement - the anti-blunt bob. Layers are definitely making a comeback and this style offers a lightness for summer without sacrificing shape. It has an almost 70s silhouette but modernised for today with seamless layering and airy texture,' says Sawyer. 'This look is perfect for medium to fine hair that needs a bit more life and a real game-changer for naturally wavy or curly textures. This cut flatters round and longer face shapes especially well, but can be tweaked to suit anyone with the right layering.' When it comes to styling, it really depends on your personal hair texture. 'Diffuse waves or curls with a curl cream, or air dry with a salt spray for a soft beachy texture. The beauty of this cut is that it looks intentional even when air dried, which is ideal for low-maintenance people with a high-style vibe.' Ask your hairdresser for a chin-to-collarbone bob with invisible layers or soft internal layering, he says. 'Emphasise that you want movement rather than volume. It's that effortlessness vibe where you can pretend you just jumped out of bed like that.' A short layered bob has always been chic, and it doesn't look as though its allure is slowing down any time soon. The best layered cut of them all? The famous French bob. This timeless cut is perfect for fine hair with a little bit of wave. The key for summer 2025: adding a soft, bottleneck fringe for even more definition and shape. 'Think classic Parisian cool,' says session stylist Abigail Constanza. 'Chin-length, a little bit cheeky, and paired with soft bottleneck bangs. It's low-maintenance but has real character.' When it comes to your appointment itself, be specific about the length and layers you want. 'Ask for a chin-length bob with minimal layers, textured ends, and bottleneck bangs that taper out into the sides,' she says. 'To style, A little mousse at the root and a diffuser for natural wave works perfectly, or wear it sleek with a glossing serum for that lived-in polish.' If in doubt, this look is effortlessly finished with a generous spritz of texture spray or a scrunch with some lightweight defining mousse. ELLE Collective is a new community of fashion, beauty and culture lovers. For access to exclusive content, events, inspiring advice from our Editors and industry experts, as well the opportunity to meet designers, thought-leaders and stylists, become a member today HERE. Katie Withington (she/her) is the Beauty Writer, at ELLE UK and Harper's Bazaar. Working alongside the ELLE UK Beauty Team, she covers all things beauty for both print and digital, from finding backstage make-up trends at London Fashion Week and investigating buzzy skincare ingredients, to unzipping the beauty bags of Hailey Bieber and Margot Robbie. Prior to joining ELLE UK in 2022, Katie studied (BA) Fashion Journalism at London College of Fashion and has previously contributed to Red, Good Housekeeping and Prima.
