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The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Irish Sun
Son of Brit couple Craig & Lindsay Foreman detained in Iran for 150 days on spying charges reveals shock at arrests
THE young son of a British couple imprisoned in Iran on spying charges has revealed how devastated he was after hearing of his parents' arrest. Husband and wife Advertisement 8 Craig and Lindsay Foreman have spent almost 150 days in an Iranian jail since being arrested on spy charges Credit: Rex 8 Ever since their incarceration, the pair have hardly spoken to their loved ones and mainly had contact with the Foreign Office Credit: Rex 8 The British couple had been on a round-the-world motorcycle trip Credit: Facebook/PPK2K RTW Motorcycle Mission The Brits entered Iran despite being warned by the Foreign Office and their family to avoid passing through the notoriously strict state. The couple, both in their 50s, were held back in January on The Iranian government continues to claim they were 'posing as tourists' to gather intelligence against the Middle East nation. Ever since their incarceration, the pair have hardly spoken to their loved ones and mainly had contact with the Foreign Office. Advertisement read more in Brits in Iran Now the teenage son of Craig, a carpenter, and wife Dr Lindsay, a life coach, has revealed how hard the past few months have been on the family. Anxious Toby said Foreign Office officials visited his mum on Tuesday and handed her a letter from her closest loved ones back home. He told the "We have been able to pass on a message to the Foreign Office, everyone wrote a letter to give them to them, but we don't know what they received. Advertisement Most read in The Sun Breaking 'We just don't want to make things worse. We're waiting to see if anything big happens over the next few months.' The 19-year-old university student described hearing about his parent's arrest as a "real shock". My dad has been sentenced to death in Iran on trumped-up charges and faces imminent execution - we must save him He said: 'Everyone in the family is dealing with it in different ways. I had never heard about English people being detained out there. 'I thought there was more of a security concern with them taking relatively expensive bikes out there. Advertisement 'We were not expecting for them to get detained." Toby is holding on to hope that due to his mum's long career in psychiatry she will be able to cope with her prison stretch as best as possible and help Craig too. At the time of Craig and Linday's arrest a spokesperson for the Iranian judiciary said: "These individuals were cooperating with covert institutions linked to the intelligence services of hostile Western countries under the guise of investigative and research activities. "According to the observations of intelligence and security institutions, the connection of these individuals with several institutions affiliated with intelligence services has been confirmed, and additional investigations are ongoing in this regard." Advertisement The judiciary spokesperson also said the pair "were monitored with the cooperation of security agencies and arrested". The pair first travelled into Iran from Armenia on December 30, and reportedly planned to leave by January 4, as they headed for Australia. 8 The pair shared pictures of them in Iran before their arrest Credit: Facebook/PPK2K RTW Motorcycle Mission 8 Brit couple Craig & Lindsay Foreman (whose faces were blurred) meeting British ambassador Hugo Shorter Credit: X/Iran Nuances Advertisement 8 The couple were warned not to travel to Iran by their family and friends Credit: Rex While in Iran they visited Tabriz, the capital Tehran, and Isfahan before staying in Kerman. It was here where they were picked up by police and arrested. At the time, the Foreign Office said the couples arrest had "caused significant concern". Advertisement The couple, who had previously been featured on Channel 4's A New Life in the Sun, had ignored pleas from friends, family and the Foreign Office (FCDO) not to enter Iran. FCDO guidance explicitly warns against all travel to the country, cautioning that British citizens could be arrested simply for their nationality. Brits 'face torture and years in hellhole jail' on 'fabricated' espionage charges CRAIG and Lindsay Foreman could be left to languish in a hellhole jail for years, sources fear. Insiders believe Iran's merciless leaders have made a "fabricated case" to use Craig and Lindsay as pawns in their sick game to get Western countries to give in to their demands. United Against Nuclear Iran's (UANI) policy director Jason Brodsky told The Sun while they are unlikely to face execution, they could be He said: "Iran uses hostage diplomacy as a means to extract concessions from Europe and the United States. "Hostages have languished for years behind bars in Iran. "The Iranian regime has executed dual-nationals previously, or those with Iranian citizenship in addition to American or European nationality. "Since the Foremans do not have dual-nationality, an execution is unlikely but the danger of harm remains. "The Iranian regime employs both psychological and physical torture methods depending on the situation." Insiders and campaigners say it is likely the couple were arrested simply for being British. It is feared they have been taken "hostage" to put pressure on the UK. Hossein Abedini of the National Council of Resistance told The Sun: "All of these actions are aimed at gaining leverage from the country to which the hostages belong therefore, any verdicts could arise. "This is a repetitive process that has occurred many times, but due to the concessions made by the West, the regime assesses this as a profitable business." Despite this, the pair acknowledged the extreme risk in a social media post on December 30. It read: 'Despite the advice of friends, family, and the FCDO (which strongly advises against travel to Iran for British nationals), we've chosen to keep moving forward. Advertisement 'Why? Because we believe that, no matter where you are in the world, most people are good, kind humans striving for a meaningful life. Yes, we're aware of the risks. 'We also know the rewards of meeting incredible people, hearing their stories, and seeing the breathtaking landscapes of these regions could far outweigh the fear.' The UK government has been urged to act quickly to try and free the pair. Richard Ratcliffe, whose wife Advertisement He said: 'My heart goes out to them, and I hope they are not in for a long ordeal, and that the government is able to respond more promptly than it did in our case." 8 The couple previously featured in Channel 4's A New Life In The Sun show Credit: Channel 4 8 The couple were also accused of using research as a 'guise' to enter Iran Credit: Rex
Buzz Feed
4 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Buzz Feed
27 Products From Etsy That'll Improve Your Life In Some Way Or Another
A book lamp that fits neatly onto your bookshelf so you don't have to worry about mounting, electrical work, or other tiresome chores that aren't cuddling up with a book. The linen-shaded lamp comes with a long, 8-inch cord that you can easily snake through the back of your bookcase. And a book tracker bookmark you can fill out every time you finish a new book. It's so encouraging to be able to actually see progress! A solid lotion bar shaped like Totoro or Rilakkuma that's so cute, you may never actually use it. But you should because the almond butter-based lotion will make your skin feel softer than the Catbus. (I just assume a furry bus would be super soft?) A REALLY cute hanging diffuser that'll make your car smell like a fancy spa. Or, if you get the mountain lodge scent, a roaring fire beside a sea of evergreens. A 2-in-1 hair bun maker to create an *actually* effortless bun in no time flat. Just slip your hair through the device, wrap it, and bend it into your desired shape. As a bonus, it also curls damp, straight hair, so it's a solid heatless styling option. A brass sardine keychain, which is already cute, but nothing compared to the AMAZING TIN it comes in. Pro move: Use this keychain for your spare set of keys so guests can get a kick out of your unique storage situation. A set of Sheet Keeper bands ready to keep your sheet sets together and properly labeled. GOODBYE, frantically searching for a matching pillowcase before your guests arrive in 30 minutes. Or a bedding holder to hide your poorly folded fitted sheets in tidy-looking bundles. The bags, which come in three sizes, are meant to hold and compress your bedding to save room and keep your sets together. A sheet of stickers with little checkbox droplets to help keep track of your water intake. Place them in your agenda as a cute reminder to stay hydrated. A made-to-order ceramic soap dish that'll hook neatly over the side of your sink with a cleverly placed drainage hole to keep things fresh and slime-free. Under-cabinet containers you can install in areas that were previously considered at capacity. They maximize space under sinks, in pantries, and beneath shelves, meaning you can finally fit even more stuff in your home! The jars are airtight and self-sealing when you put them back, so you can store anything from coffee beans to cotton swabs in them. Custom photo magnets so you can showcase all your favorite memories without worrying about your photos getting creased or stained. And a Michael Scott mood magnet that lets you broadcast how you're feeling, like annoyed on the days Toby escapes from the annex. Personally, I would have the square firmly on "excited" every day if I had this. 🤭 A linen couch cover to protect your sofa from The Horrors (cat puke, spilled wine, cookie crumbs) so thoroughly, it'll be like they were never there at all. Minimalist, coastal grandmother lifestyle, here we come. Nostalgic bath pearls for anyone who misses taking a truly fun bath. Throw a couple into your tub, put on "Candy" by Mandy Moore, and recapture some '90s magic. A macrame fruit hammock so all your produce has a cool place to hang out that's not the usual space-hogging bowl. A mini mindful moment candle kit that'll encourage you to take a breather while lighting a candle and zoning out for a sec. The no-drip, honey-scented beeswax candles burn for about 20 minutes and come with a pretty brass stand and presentation box. A UFO abduction lamp to add a little Mulder to your otherwise Scully-esque desk. It comes with a color-changing remote so you can pick whatever hue matches the moo-d (sorry). An Oven Cleaning Kit complete with oven scrub, all-purpose cleaner, and a metallic sponge because you can't rely on the self-cleaning feature alone. I know, I know, but someone had to say it: Your oven is gross, and you can't keep neglecting that now-opaque window. It's made in small batches with natural ingredients (like citric acid, glycerin, and essential oils), so it's safe for your family, pets, and home. Reviewers said this worked when all other cleaning attempts failed. A genius T-shirt roll holder that'll keep all your shirts tidy, easily accessible, and out of your drawers (meaning more space for more clothing). A pair of suede Mary Janes with fuzzy lining for anyone who wishes they could wear their clogs year-round but requires a liiittle more insulation. Wear them inside or out, with socks or bare feet — the world's your slipper! A reusable hemp coffee filter that can be used daily for *years* — if this has taught me anything, it's that a ton of kitchen waste could be totally avoided! A "hilarious" mug covered in dad jokes that will come in handy when you need a groan-worthy gag ASAP. A pack of record dividers for vinyl collectors who need to do a little more organizing. It'll feel like you're record shopping through your own collection and might even help you rediscover old purchases. Reusable beeswax food wrap that'll keep your food fresh without being too wasteful. Goodbye, mountain of crumbled tin foil and plastic wrap! I will never miss you. Jumbo alpaca wool dryer balls for your really big laundry jobs. Comforters, coats, blankets, and curtains won't even THINK about bunching up when they see these things enter the dryer. They're also a great eco-friendly, hypoallergenic alternative to dryer sheets. And a teeny-tiny masterpiece painted by an actual, real-life rat. We all know rodents are great chefs, but it turns out they're also artistic! A skilled team of rats paints on 2-inch canvases using washable kids' paint with paws and brushes. Wow, my life is better just thinking about these petite Picassos. :')
Irish Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Business
- Irish Daily Mirror
Revenue seize tobacco worth almost €170k in two separate Dublin operations
Revenue officers seized tobacco products worth almost €170,000 in two separate operations in Dublin. On Monday, as a result of an intelligence led operation, Revenue officers seized 133,600 cigarettes following a search, under warrant, of a premises in Dublin. The illicit cigarettes of different brands including Septwolves, Diamond and Nanging had a retail value of over €120,000 representing a potential loss to the Exchequer of approximately €95,000. On Friday, as part of an intelligence led operation, Revenue officers seized 50,400 cigarettes and 4.25kgs of tobacco, following a search, under warrant, of a premises in the Dublin 7 area. The seizures were made with the assistance of detector dog Toby and with the support of An Garda Síochána. The illicit cigarettes, branded Benson and Hedges silver, Mayfair, JPS and Yeti, and roll your own tobacco branded Turner had a retail value of more than €49,000, representing a potential loss to the Exchequer of approximately €39,000. Investigations into both seizures are ongoing. These seizures are part of Revenue's ongoing operations targeting the supply and sale of illegal cigarettes and tobacco in the shadow economy. If businesses, or members of the public, have any information regarding smuggling, they can contact Revenue in confidence on 1800 295 295.
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Trolls said I looked like ‘a fridge' at my wedding & said I was ‘too fat' – they called my sport-star man a ‘pig hunter'
The footy WAG said she spent 'three days' crying after trolls mocked her wedding photos online FROCKING HELL Trolls said I looked like 'a fridge' at my wedding & said I was 'too fat' – they called my sport-star man a 'pig hunter' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A PLUS-SIZED bride was trolled by strangers for being "too fat" for her AFL star husband - and told she looked like a "fridge" in her white dress. Chloe Pink, 25, and her childhood sweetheart, the North Melbourne defender, Toby Pink, 26, have been in a relationship for seven years and eventually tied the knot in March 2025. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 The couple "wanted a secret ceremony" and got married at their local registry office in Melbourne Credit: SWNS 4 Chloe, who is a UK size 16, spent AUD $30,000 (£14.2k) on the big day Credit: SWNS 4 It wasn't until the newlyweds shared the photos online that a deluge of cruel insults came in Credit: SWNS The resource manager with PCOS has always had an "on and off" relationship with her weight, but was "excited" to be a bride when the football star proposed in October 2024. The couple "wanted a secret ceremony" and got married at their local registry office in Melbourne. Chloe, who is a UK size 16, spent AUD $30,000 (£14.2k) on the wedding, including AUD $3,000 (£1.4k) on a custom-made dress and a small reception and evening dinner for the couple's 28 most-beloved guests, costing AUD $300 (£142) per head. The 25-year-old described the day as "magical" and "the first time" she'd felt beautiful. But it wasn't until the newlyweds shared the photos online that a deluge of cruel insults came in, with the majority commenting on her weight, dubbing her "pig" and "a fridge" and that she is "too fat for her athlete husband". Chloe, from Millicent, Australia, said, "Being married to a professional athlete does not give anyone the right to comment on my body or size. 'My weight is influenced by underlying health conditions, though frankly, that's no one's business. "And it shouldn't matter either way. "But the comments were just vile, and for about a week, I was a completely different version of myself. "Thankfully, my husband has been incredibly supportive, and I've come out stronger." Frankie Bridge slammed by fans again for SHEER wedding guest dress that's 'too much' and will 'upstage the bridge' Chloe and Toby grew up as childhood sweethearts and tied the knot in March 2025 following a seven-year relationship. "He'd always tell everyone I was his girlfriend when we were younger," Chloe said. "And eventually, when Toby went away to boarding school, we were calling every day and decided to give it a go. "We've never looked back since, and honestly, when he got down on one knee, I couldn't have been happier." The couple wed at their local marital registry, which was ideal for the 25-year-old who loved to keep things private. "We didn't want anything massive," she added. "The marital register was perfect and small. What is body shaming? BODY shaming is described as "humiliating someone by making inappropriate or derogatory comments about their body size or shape". In addition, "commenting on a person's clothing, body hair, eating habits, make-up skills or attractiveness" could be constituted as body shaming too, PsychCentral explained. While body shaming has become more of an issue in recent years, a study conducted by Glamour magazine in 2000 found that a staggering 97 per cent of women surveyed admitted to having an "I hate my body" moment. And those who shame people about their figures can include doctors and medical professionals too. A 2019 report found that more than 3 in 5 adults encounter "weight bias" from their doctors - particularly those who are obese. And body shaming someone can have massive effects on their mental health, and could potentially lead to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, eating disorders and self-harm. If you have been body shamed and are struggling to deal with the effects, you can call the Samaritans on 116 123 for confidential, emotional support. "But we decided that we couldn't have the big day without a reception or an evening dinner. "So kept telling more people about our wedding each day. "And everyone had the greatest time, it was euphoric." Chloe recalled how she had only given her guests two months' notice before the big day - and in fact messaged her WAG groupchat, including very close friends, that she was getting married as she was walking down the aisle. "The day was a dream come true," she said. "I walked down the aisle in a custom white gown by d'Italia, feeling the most beautiful I had ever felt. "It was a very emotional day, and it felt like I was wrapped in a bubble of love. "I was confident there was nothing that could ruin it." I just burst into tears Chloe Pink However, a week later, the newlyweds decided to share their photos on Instagram for a local story about their wedding. That's when the cruel insults from trolls came bombarding through, criticising Chloe's physical appearance. "I sat down and read the online comments, and I just burst into tears," she explained. "About 80 per cent of them were negative, and even before I posted them, it never crossed my mind that I looked fat." One vicious troll wrote: "Did he marry a fridge?' 'AFL player by day, pig hunter by night,' another penned. 'Did he marry an NRL prop forward?' a third stranger said. They thought my husband deserved so much better Chloe Pink The footy WAG said she spent 'three days' crying after trolls mocked her wedding photos online. "The hate was mainly from older men, which I thought was disgusting," Chloe said. "Everything from my body to how 'plain' my dress was, they hated on. "And they thought my husband deserved so much better." In fear that people would recognise her husband, who had signed with North Melbourne Football Club as a delisted free agent in 2023, later debuting as a defender the year after, she felt "very watched" and "insecure". 4 Thankfully, some of the more disturbing comments have now been taken down online Credit: SWNS "For our food shops, I would tell him to avoid getting anything sugary in case people thought it was for me," she added. "Everyone treats WAGS as if they're objects, and that they should be a size six, which I'm not. "I felt like I had to live a certain way and do particular things to avoid the hate, which, now looking back is so wrong. "I never had an issue with the way I look and I am healthy." Thankfully, some of the more disturbing comments have now been taken down online, and Chloe has described that she's been so grateful for the support of her family and her husband, who has made her feel "more confident". She is now determined not to let the body-shaming trolls get to her and says an upside of the abuse is all the women who have reached out to her to affirm that there is nothing wrong with the way she looks. "I've come out stronger than I was before," she said. "Both Toby and I believe it's the job of men to call out this type of behaviour if they see it amongst each other. "My husband loves me and is attracted to me. "No matter what anyone else says, I know our love is real. "And no one should be commenting on my body and saying otherwise."
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Trolls said I looked like ‘a fridge' at my wedding & said I was ‘too fat' – they called my sport-star man a ‘pig hunter'
A PLUS-SIZED bride was trolled by strangers for being "too fat" for her AFL star husband - and told she looked like a "fridge" in her white dress. Chloe Pink, 25, and her childhood sweetheart, the North Melbourne defender, Toby Pink, 26, have been in a relationship for seven years and eventually tied the knot in March 2025. Advertisement 4 The couple "wanted a secret ceremony" and got married at their local registry office in Melbourne Credit: SWNS 4 Chloe, who is a UK size 16, spent AUD $30,000 (£14.2k) on the big day Credit: SWNS 4 It wasn't until the newlyweds shared the photos online that a deluge of cruel insults came in Credit: SWNS The resource manager with PCOS has always had an "on and off" relationship with her weight, but was "excited" to be a bride when the The couple "wanted a secret ceremony" and got married at their local registry office in Melbourne. Chloe, who is a UK size 16, spent AUD $30,000 (£14.2k) on the The 25-year-old described the day as "magical" and "the first time" she'd felt beautiful. Advertisement read more on relationships But it wasn't until the newlyweds shared the photos online that a deluge of cruel insults came in, with the majority commenting on her weight, dubbing her "pig" and "a fridge" and that she is "too fat for her Chloe, from Millicent, Australia, said, "Being married to a professional athlete does not give anyone the right to comment on my body or size. 'My weight is influenced by underlying health conditions, though frankly, that's no one's business. "And it shouldn't matter either way. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous "But the comments were just vile, and for about a week, I was a completely different version of myself. "Thankfully, my husband has been incredibly supportive, and I've come out stronger." Frankie Bridge slammed by fans again for SHEER wedding guest dress that's 'too much' and will 'upstage the bridge' Chloe and Toby grew up as childhood sweethearts and tied the knot in March 2025 following a seven-year relationship. "He'd always tell everyone I was his girlfriend when we were younger," Chloe said. Advertisement "And eventually, when Toby went away to boarding school, we were calling every day and decided to give it a go. "We've never looked back since, and honestly, when he got down on one knee, I couldn't have been happier." The couple wed at their local marital registry, which was ideal for the 25-year-old who loved to keep things private. "We didn't want anything massive," she added. Advertisement "The marital register was perfect and small. What is body shaming? BODY shaming is described as "humiliating someone by making inappropriate or derogatory comments about their body size or shape". In addition, "commenting on a person's clothing, body hair, eating habits, make-up skills or attractiveness" could be constituted as body shaming too, While body shaming has become more of an issue in recent years, a study conducted by Glamour magazine in 2000 found that a staggering 97 per cent of women surveyed admitted to having an "I hate my body" moment. And those who shame people about their figures can include doctors and medical professionals too. A 2019 report found that more than 3 in 5 adults encounter "weight bias" from their doctors - particularly those who are obese. And body shaming someone can have massive effects on their mental health, and could potentially lead to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, eating disorders and self-harm. If you have been body shamed and are struggling to deal with the effects, you can call the Samaritans on 116 123 for confidential, emotional support. "But we decided that we couldn't have the big day without a reception or an evening dinner. "So kept telling more people about our wedding each day. "And everyone had the greatest time, it was euphoric." Advertisement Chloe recalled how she had only given her guests two months' notice before the big day - and in fact messaged her "The day was a dream come true," she said. "I walked down the aisle in a custom white gown by d'Italia, feeling the most beautiful I had ever felt. "It was a very emotional day, and it felt like I was wrapped in a bubble of love. Advertisement "I was confident there was nothing that could ruin it." I just burst into tears Chloe Pink 25 However, a week later, the newlyweds decided to share their photos on Instagram for a local story about their wedding. That's when the cruel insults from trolls came bombarding through, criticising Chloe's physical appearance. "I sat down and read the online comments, and I just burst into tears," she explained. Advertisement "About 80 per cent of them were negative, and even before I posted them, it never crossed my mind that I looked fat." One vicious troll wrote: "Did he marry a fridge?' 'AFL player by day, pig hunter by night,' another penned. 'Did he marry an NRL prop forward?' a third stranger said. Advertisement They thought my husband deserved so much better Chloe Pink 25 The footy WAG said she spent 'three days' crying after trolls mocked her wedding photos online. "The hate was mainly from older men, which I thought was disgusting," Chloe said. "Everything from my body to how 'plain' my dress was, they hated on. "And they thought my husband deserved so much better." Advertisement In fear that people would recognise her husband, who had signed with North Melbourne Football Club as a delisted free agent in 2023, later debuting as a defender the year after, she felt "very watched" and "insecure". 4 Thankfully, some of the more disturbing comments have now been taken down online Credit: SWNS "For our food shops, I would tell him to avoid getting anything sugary in case people thought it was for me," she added. "Everyone treats WAGS as if they're objects, and that they should be a size six, which I'm not. Advertisement "I felt like I had to live a certain way and do particular things to avoid the hate, which, now looking back is so wrong. "I never had an issue with the way I look and I am Thankfully, some of the more disturbing comments have now been taken down online, and Chloe has described that she's been so grateful for the support of her family and her husband, who has made her feel "more confident". She is now determined not to let the Advertisement "I've come out stronger than I was before," she said. "Both Toby and I believe it's the job of men to call out this type of behaviour if they see it amongst each other. "My husband loves me and is attracted to me. "No matter what anyone else says, I know our love is real. Advertisement "And no one should be commenting on my body and saying otherwise."
