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Edinburgh Live
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Lotto winner Jane Park makes cheeky jibe as Robbie Williams song choice divides crowd
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Robbie Williams' impromptu performance of an Edinburgh football club's anthem received a mixed reaction from the crowd at Murrayfield on Saturday night. As well as performing his biggest hits during the first leg of his Britpop tour, he decided to ditch the stage and head towards some unsuspecting members of the crowd mid-performance. At one point, Robbie, dressed in pink, appeared to serenade one fortunate fan by touching her on the shoulder and encouraging the crowd to join in. However, the song in question was Sunshine on Leith by The Proclaimers - an iconic tune associated with Hibs and the club's fans. Many were quick to point out on social media how Robbie decided to sing that particular song while performing in the west of the city and near Tynecastle - the home of Hibs' city rivals Hearts. One well-known Hibs fan who couldn't resist posting a video of the rendition was Edinburgh EuroMillions winner Jane Park. She wrote on X: "Robbie Williams singing sunshine on Leith over in Gorgie," along with a laughing face emoji and green love heart. Once finished singing Robbie said: "Now there's two things here. One is I think that's a better song than You'll Never Walk Alone and the other thing is why don't Heart of Midlothian boo that song? I don't get it?" He added: "Are you here Hearts?" to which cheers can be heard from the crowd before Robbie quickly shuts down all talk of football rivalry by quipping: "Ok that's enough of that s**t."
Western Telegraph
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Chance meeting leads to successful charity concert
Celtic choral connections between three choirs, born from a meeting at a bowls competition in Westport, Ireland, culminated in a memorable charity concert at St Mary's Church, Tenby. Pembroke Farmers' Club member Ed Morris, a baritone with Pembroke and District Male Voice, initiated this connection. He met a member of Tredagh Singers from Drogheda, a sister of Ed's neighbour, at the competition. 18 months later, the Tredagh Singers joined with the Narberth-based Serendipity Choir and Pembroke choristers at Tenby. The well-supported concert raised more than £3,000 for Prostate Cymru and Pancreatic Cancer UK charities. Each choir was applauded for their individual performances before joining for a finale of 'Calon Lan' and 'You'll Never Walk Alone'. The MC was Brian Harries, chairman of the Pembrokeshire Friends of Prostate Cymru. Juliet Rossiter, the musical director of both Pembrokeshire choirs, conducted 14 individual pieces. The accompanists were Heather Williams (Serendipity) and William Lambert (Pembroke). Gifts were exchanged, with Tredagh chairman Vincent Moore presenting a framed score of 'Calon Lan' and a bottle of local whiskey. In return, Pembroke chairman Huw Morgan gave a print of Barafundle, one of the county's well-known beaches. Both local choirs hope to continue their connection with the Tredagh Singers in the future, both in Wales and Ireland.
ITV News
6 days ago
- ITV News
Dad 'thought he lost everything' after baby in pram dragged 15ft by Liverpool parade car
Daniel Eveson recalls the moment his partner and baby boy were dragged 15ft by the car during the Liverpool victory parade. A father whose five-month-old baby and partner were dragged 15ft, when a car ploughed into a Liverpool parade, says he "thought he had lost everything". Daniel Eveson, 36, recounts how one of the "best day of in his life" turned into the worst after seeing his partner, Sheree, and baby, Teddy, hit by a car during the victory parade on Bank Holiday Monday. The family, who are lifelong Reds fans, had travelled from Telford, Shropshire, to enjoy the celebrations but ended up being caught up in the terrifying scenes that unfolded on Water Street shortly after the club bus had passed by. Daniel said he thought a fight had broken out but it was actually car ploughing through the crowd. He then watched as his partner and son, who was in his pram, were dragged away from him. "The car stopped and he pulled into the middle of the road," Daniel said. "A paramedic was with her [Sheree] straight away, but that's when I asked her 'Where's Ted?'. She didn't know. "I could see his pram on the floor. I saw his face crying and I knew he was OK because there wasn't a mark on him. I don't know how, but it's a blessing from above." Teddy was assessed at Alder Hey Children's Hospital and discharged, but Sheree suffered cuts to her legs and deep muscle tissue damage, after she was run over by the car, and is still recovering in Aintree Hospital. "The tyre had gone over her leg and continued to drag her down the road," Daniel said. "It was the worst moment of my life. I wish it was me in that hospital bed." A total of 79 people were injured in the incident. Seven of those remain in hospital in a stable condition, a spokesperson from Merseyside Police confirmed on Wednesday, 28 May. "At that moment I thought my life was over. I thought I'm dead, my partner is dead and my boy is dead," Daniel added. Police believe the car which struck pedestrians was able to tailgate an ambulance crew attending to someone suspected of suffering a heart attack after a road block was temporarily lifted. Daniel believes there are a "lot of unanswered questions" and add that they police "could have stopped the driver" by "pulling him out of the car as soon as they thought there was any threat. They should've got him out of there." He added: "Those words 'You'll Never Walk Alone' mean a lot more to me now. I'll still go to the games but whenever I hear that famous song it will just mean a whole lot more. "Anyone who knows Liverpool knows its much more than a club - it's a family." A man, 53, from West Derby, Liverpool, believed to be the driver of the car, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder, dangerous driving offences and driving while unfit through drugs. Officers have been given extra time to question the suspect, who police have described as a white British man. Merseyside Police Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims said: 'This was a fast-moving and unprecedented incident which required the skill and experience of officers to quickly establish what had happened and assist injured members of the public. 'The officers detained and arrested a male within a matter of minutes and ensured he could be taken into custody. 'Our officers deal with violence and challenging situations on a daily basis. They go to work each day knowing that they might have to step into a situation that most people would run away from. 'On this occasion they bravely ran towards danger in order to protect the public, putting their own lives and personal safety on the line." fundraising campaign set up for those affected has raised more than £20,000, including a £10,000 donation from the Jamie Carragher 23 Foundation, the former Liverpool player's charity. Want more on the issues effecting the North? Our podcast, From the North answers the questions that matter to our region.
Straits Times
7 days ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Football unites after car ploughs into Liverpool victory parade crowd
Police officers operate as a Liverpool FC flag is seen in the background at the site of an incident where a car plowed into a crowd of Liverpool fans during a parade. PHOTO: REUTERS LIVERPOOL - The football world united on May 27 after a car ploughed into a packed crowd celebrating Liverpool winning the Premier League title, leaving 27 people requiring hospital treatment. Police ruled out terrorism following the incident in the city on May 26 as hundreds of thousands turned out in the rain to see Liverpool's victory parade. Four children were among those hurt, one seriously, after a dark-coloured vehicle swerved through the crowd minutes after the players' open-top bus had passed by. Police arrested a 53-year-old white British man who they believe to be the driver. After an occasion which had started joyously only to end in horror and incomprehension, Liverpool Football Club posted on X: 'Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have been affected by this serious incident.' 'My thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected,' said club captain Virgil van Dijk on social media. 'Praying for a speedy recovery for everyone who suffered injuries. We are all with you.' Kenny Dalglish, one of the club's best-known players and a former manager of the club, said he was 'shocked, horrified and deeply saddened'. In a message to the injured, Dalglish said on social media: 'Our anthem has never felt more appropriate, You'll Never Walk Alone. Your Liverpool family are behind you.' Jurgen Klopp, the German manager who restored the club to its former glory and in 2020 won the club's first league title for 30 years before leaving last year, said: 'My family and I are shocked and devastated, our thoughts are with all those who are injured and affected. You'll Never Walk Alone.' Liverpool's former captain Steven Gerrard posted an image on Instagram of the city with a red heart. 'Shocked, sickened and saddened at the incident we all witness(ed) in our city last night. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the people involved and families. YNWA,' wrote Gerrard. Liverpool fan group Spirit of Shankly praised the response to the tragedy 'Our thoughts are with all those affected and we hope for a swift recovery to those who were injured,' it said. 'We are proud of how our city responded, from the emergency services and bystanders who helped at the scene, and also the countless individuals from across Liverpool who stepped up immediately offering support, shelter, food and transport to those stranded in the city and unable to get home.' Liverpool's bitterest football rivals also paid tribute. On the blue side of Merseyside, Everton said: 'Our thoughts are with all those who have been affected by this serious incident in our city.' Manchester United wrote: 'Our thoughts are with LFC and the city of Liverpool after today's awful incident.' Manchester City, the club Liverpool deposed as Premier League champions, wrote: 'The thoughts of everyone at Manchester City are with those injured or affected by the incident at Liverpool's title-winning parade earlier today.' Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher wrote on X: 'Devastating end to the day... just pray everyone is ok.' National Basketball Association (NBA) superstar LeBron James, who has a small share in Liverpool's ownership, said: 'My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to everyone affected that attended @LFC Premier League trophy parade today! Such a senseless act.' Fifa president Gianni Infantino offered 'thoughts and prayers to all those affected'. 'Football stands together with Liverpool FC and all fans of the club following the horrific incident that has taken place during the trophy parade in the city,' he said in a statement. Images shared on social media showed the car being brought to a halt and swarmed by angry fans, who broke the back windows as police sought to hold them back. Four people, including a child, were trapped under the car. The Premier League said on X it was 'shocked by the appalling events'. 'Our heartfelt thoughts go out to all those injured and affected,' it said. 'We have been in contact with Liverpool FC and have offered our full support following this serious incident.' AFP Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
The Sun
7 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Football unites after car ploughs into Liverpool victory crowd
THE FOOTBALL world united on Tuesday after a car ploughed into a packed crowd celebrating Liverpool winning the Premier League title, leaving 27 people requiring hospital treatment. Police ruled out terrorism following the incident in the city on Monday as thousands turned out in the rain to see Liverpool's victory parade. Four children were among those hurt, one seriously, after a dark-coloured vehicle swerved through the crowd minutes after the players' open-top bus had passed by. Police arrested a 53-year-old white British man who they believe to be the driver. After an occasion which had started joyously only to end in horror and incomprehension, Liverpool Football Club posted on X: 'Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have been affected by this serious incident.' 'My thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected,' said club captain Virgil van Dijk on social media. 'Praying for a speedy recovery for everyone who suffered injuries. We are all with you.' Kenny Dalglish, one of the club's best-known players and a former manager of the club, said he was 'shocked, horrified and deeply saddened'. In a message to the injured, Dalglish said on social media: 'Our anthem has never felt more appropriate, You'll Never Walk Alone. Your Liverpool family are behind you.' Jurgen Klopp, the German manager who restored the club to its former glory and in 2020 won the club's first league title for 30 years before leaving last year, said: 'My family and I are shocked and devastated, our thoughts are with all those who are injured and affected. You'll Never Walk Alone.' Liverpool's former captain Steven Gerrard posted an image on Instagram of the city with a red heart. 'Shocked, sickened and saddened at the incident we all witness(ed) in our city last night. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the people involved and families. YNWA,' wrote Gerrard. Liverpool fan group Spirit of Shankly praised the response to the tragedy 'Our thoughts are with all those affected and we hope for a swift recovery to those who were injured,' it said. 'We are proud of how our city responded, from the emergency services and bystanders who helped at the scene, and also the countless individuals from across Liverpool who stepped up immediately offering support, shelter, food and transport to those stranded in the city and unable to get home.' 'Devastating' Liverpool's bitterest football rivals also paid tribute. On the blue side of Merseyside, Everton said: 'Our thoughts are with all those who have been affected by this serious incident in our city.' Manchester United wrote: 'Our thoughts are with LFC and the city of Liverpool after today's awful incident.' Manchester City, the club Liverpool deposed as Premier League champions, wrote: 'The thoughts of everyone at Manchester City are with those injured or affected by the incident at Liverpool's title-winning parade earlier today.' Ex-Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher wrote on X: 'Devastating end to the day... just pray everyone is ok.' NBA superstar LeBron James, who has a small share in Liverpool's ownership, said: 'My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to everyone affected that attended @LFC Premier League trophy parade today! Such a senseless act.' FIFA president Gianni Infantino offered 'thoughts and prayers to all those affected'. 'Football stands together with Liverpool FC and all fans of the club following the horrific incident that has taken place during the trophy parade in the city,' he said in a statement. Images shared on social media showed the car being brought to a halt and swarmed by angry fans, who broke the back windows as police sought to hold them back. Four people, including a child, were trapped under the car. The Premier League said on X it was 'shocked by the appalling events'. 'Our heartfelt thoughts go out to all those injured and affected,' it said. 'We have been in contact with Liverpool FC and have offered our full support following this serious incident.'
