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Cosmopolitan
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Netflix's Sneaky Links: Dating After Dark - Who is Spicy Mari?
Netflix just dropped the most exciting new dating show of the year, in the form of Sneaky Links: Dating After Dark. The premise of the series is simple: six singles check into a fancy motel in the hopes of finding love. But, instead of their potential soulmate walking through the door, they're met with their booty calls, aka, their sneaky links. The show is hosted by Chloe Veitch, a reality TV pro and Perfect Match, Too Hot to Handle, and The Circle alumni, and Spicy Mari, a dating expert. But who is Spicy Mari, and have we seen her before? Here's everything you need to know about the Sneaky Links co-host. Spicy Mari, whose real name is Maricela Soto, is a relationship expert at the Sneaky Links motel, whose role is a mix of dating coach and therapist. She has also appeared in The Love Experiment and Love Allways. She's not actually a certified therapist, but does apparently have a dating certification from the International Dating Coach Association. In her Instagram bio, she describes herself as a "magnetic matchmaker," while on LinkedIn, she states she has a "Master of Communication Management with a concentration in Entertainment Media from the University of Southern California, Annenberg School of Communications and Journalism." She is also the founder of The Spicy Life, a relationship consulting firm, whose "mission is to transform perspectives and fuel connections." On Sneaky Links, she hosts the nightly Link Lowdown. This is where the singletons have discussions about their progress, with conversations focusing on self-worth and boundaries within a relationship. When speaking on Too Hot To Handle contestant Harry Jowsey's podcast, Boyfriend Material, Veitch opened up about her time working with Spicy Mari. She said: "[Spicy Mari] is not one to be f***ed with. She is so good at her job, but she is so direct. She doesn't cut any corners." Veitch also spoke about the pair's dynamic on the show, explaining that she is the "big sister" to the contestants, while Spicy Mari "holds more of the respect title." Veitch expanded: "When she speaks, you listen, and take on her advice. So her aim for being on the show with me was just so that I didn't get an HR issue." Yes, Spicy Mari is on Instagram. Her handle is @spicymari, and she currently has 69.1K followers. Her grid is a mixture of Sneaky Links content, inspirational quotes, sweet family snaps, and footage from her The Spicy Life podcast. Sneaky Links: Dating After Dark is now streaming on Netflix.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Yahoo
Drug-driver who was over cocaine limit banned for three years
A DRUG-driver has been banned from the roads for three years after driving on the A596 while over the limit for cocaine. Daniel Veitch, 27, was driving a Vauxhall Astra on the road in Maryport on December 14 last year when the offence took place. A blood sample showed he had 13mcg of cocaine per litre of blood. The specified limit is 10mcg. Veitch, of Beaver Road, Carlisle, pleaded guilty to drug-driving when he appeared before Workington Magistrates' Court. Magistrates imposed a 36-month disqualification and fined Veitch £120. He was ordered to pay £85 costs and a £48 victim surcharge.
The National
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Scottish musician releases song on Israel's 'war crimes' in Gaza
Doug Veitch, a "cult hero" from the 1980s based in the Scottish Borders – known then as Champion Doug Veitch – has recorded a new single titled War Crimes, denouncing Israel's assault on Gaza. It comes as charity Oxfam warned that the humanitarian crisis in Gaza was at an "all-time low" as a result of Israel's blockade of aid, which has also seen the World Central Kitchen forced to shut its community soup kitchens. READ MORE: Israel 'sending soldiers to commit war crimes in Gaza', says former army chief 'It came about as a result of my increasing anger and feeling of hopelessness over events in Gaza, media coverage and support of the Israeli regime proffered by politicians at both a local and national level,' Veitch told The National. He said that he was warned creating the single and speaking out on Israel's war on Gaza would be 'career suicide', but he persevered. The single took a year to complete and was recorded in Coventry and Leamington in England. It features several familiar faces, including Martin Bell of the Wonder Stuff, who helped to arrange and produce the single, as well as Horice Panter from The Specials, who played bass. Horace Panter (Image: Doug Veitch) Louis Vause (Image: Doug Veitch) Drums were by Rick Medlock, on the piano was Louis Vause (above), saxophone and clarinet were done by Dan Hillman, trumpet was by Josh Westrip, Martin Bell was on guitar, lap steel and keyboards, and backing vocals were done by Cara McNeil and Heather Ritchie-Parker. The CD also features a second single, If I Must Die, which is a rendition of a poem by the same name by Palestinian writer Refaat Alareer, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike in December 2023 along with his brother, his brother's son, his sister and her three children. READ MORE: Humanitarian crisis in Gaza at 'all-time low', warns aid charity Renowned piper Allan MacDonald features on the track, alongside Neil Johnstone on the cello and Monica Madas on backing vocals. Veitch said that he hopes all proceeds from the single can be donated to charity Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP), as he called out silence from politicians and the UK media on Israel's assault on Gaza. (Image: Doug Veitch) He condemned Keir Starmer's failure to condemn war crimes and genocide were taking place in Gaza, as he said: 'It's hard to believe that not only is he a Labour Prime Minister but has a background in law.' He added: 'Many of Jewish faith, including Rabbis, have criticised the current actions of Israel. 'The mainstream media – including the BBC – have largely chosen to ignore covering this. 'In recording War Crimes I hope to show that not everyone shares the views of media, government and a large section of the population, many of whom will know nothing of the background to the current situation.' READ MORE: David Lammy 'must explain if he misled us on Israel arms exports', MPs say Veitch added that while the single hadn't received much coverage – which he presumed was because 'the content was deemed unsuitable' – he believed that public opinion was 'slowly changing'. 'History will not look back kindly on the leaders who turned a blind eye on crimes against humanity amounting to genocide,' he said. Veitch added that it was important for cultural figures to speak out against Israel's assault on Gaza, as well as politicians. 'Music should always be capable of making social comment – both a commentary and a form of protest,' he told The National. 'Far more than merely entertainment, music can play an active role in shaping society.' A music video for War Crimes is in the works, which Veitch hopes can be shown at events as well as online. Veitch is also considering creating a 'festival for Gaza' which incorporates all sectors of the arts in Scotland. He encouraged anyone interested in being involved to get in touch. War Crimes is available to purchase here as well as on Amazon.
Otago Daily Times
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Otago Daily Times
Grimaldi rounds off brilliant year with top Otago award
Paralympic champion Anna Grimaldi has capped off a breakthrough season on the track by being named athlete of the year at the Athletics Otago awards last night. It was a dream season for the 28-year-old, who was crowned the T47 200m champion in Paris after soaring home in a personal best 24.72sec to set an Oceania record. She also won bronze with a personal best, and Oceania record, of 12.20sec in the 100m and finished fourth in the long jump in Paris. Grimaldi, who was named para athlete of the year at the Halberg Awards, had earlier won silver in the long jump, and bronze in the 100m, at the world para athletics championships in May. Grimaldi, who was the flag bearer for the Paralympics opening ceremony, also won Otago para athlete of the year, while her coach, Michael Jacobs, was named elite coach of the year. Ultramarathon superstar John Bayne won male winter athlete of the year for his efforts in the gruelling discipline. He finished sixth at the IAU 24hr race in Australia and was the second-last Kiwi standing in the backyard ultra world team championships in Otematata, where Bayne ran 72 laps, beating his personal best by 21 laps. Long-distance runner Catherine Lund was named female winter athlete of the year and junior summer athlete of the year. Among her highlights, Lund competed in the 5000m at the world under-20 championships in Peru, where she finished 16th. Ariki athlete Shay Veitch won senior summer athlete of the year after a return to form after injury in early 2024. Veitch laid down the sixth-fastest time in New Zealand history with 10.34sec in the 100m at the Potts Classic, lowering his previous best of 10.64sec to win the event. He was also part of the Otago 4x100m relay team that won gold at the national track and field championships and won the national long jump title. Veitch's coach, Michael Beable, was named development coach of the year for his work with Veitch and his Wanaka athletes. Raylene Bates was recognised for her contribution to athletics, having served as the Paralympics chef de mission and was head of the local organising committee for the national track and field championships. Bates also coaches several Otago athletes, including Paralympian Holly Robinson, who won bronze in the shot put in Paris, and Dunstan seated thrower Mac Denniston, who landed on the podium at the Oceania championships. Joan Merrilees was named official of the year for her tireless work behind the scenes. She also put in countless hours upskilling polytechnic students to be officials at the national track and field championships.
