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Daily Mail
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Love Island USA fans melt down as Megan Thee Stallion makes 'bombshell' entrance to the villa
Love Island USA viewers were in for a shock on Thursday when Megan Thee Stallion dropped by the show's villa. The 30-year-old rapper made a surprise appearance as the women of the reality series were preparing for a challenge. Megan — who recently fought back her ex Tory Lanez's claims that a woman shot her during their infamous car showdown — made a stunning entrance in a shimmering gold bikini that was shown in slow motion. In a clip from her appearance posted to Instagram on Thursday, Megan boasted, 'I'm finna shake the table. 'Love Island is not ready for this type of bombshell,' she added as she pointed at herself. Fans were shocked that Megan's appearance wasn't just a glorified walk-on, as she was even given her own confessional interview. Megan made a stunning entrance in a shimmering gold bikini that was shown in slow motion She confessed during the interview that her favorite part of the season so far had been the viral moment when Huda told Nic that she was his mother, only for him to respond: 'Mommy? Mamacita?' On social media, fans couldn't hold back their excitement at seeing Megan show up, with several people said had reinvigorated the show. 'WAIT SHES LIKE IN THE VILLA???' one flustered fan commented on Love Island's post announcing Megan's appearance on Instagram. 'LOVE ISLAND "HOT GIRL EDITION,"' a fan gushed, while another person sounded amazed: 'Nah this is insaneeee what 😭🔥.' One fan wrote that Megan was 'literally bringing joy back into the villa rn,' adding, 'im so glad yall did this' The guest appearance got a thumbs up from another viewer, who wrote that 'Megan made this the best episode ever SHE'S SO FUNNY.' One person joked that Love Island USA was showing off that it had a 'big budget' with its celebrity guest star. One fan spoke for many by asking if Megan could 'come on every episode.' They added that she 'Brought the 👏 BEST 👏 ENERGY 👏.' Love Island USA fans shared the shock and delight at seeing Megan appear on screen One fan gushed that the rapper completely enlivened the show and its cast Several fans saluted how funny Megan was and how much energy she brought to her brief appearance Several viewers directed their praise directly to the hitmaker. You did an amazing job Meg!! It was so funny and lighthearted 😂 The girls did their thang 😍!!' Multiple people shared that they appreciated that Megan didn't just have a walk-on appearance but got to tape a confessional interview. And numerous fans also celebrated Megan's astounding figure, which the camera clearly ate up. 'There aren't enough googly mooglies to express the greatness,' read one representative comment While chatting with the women of the show, Megan declared 'I like y'all!' to Cierra in response to her hooking up with Nic. She took the opportunity to get serious during her confessional when she emphasized that the stars of the show weren't just actors, but were 'real people with real feelings.' The WAP rapper urged viewers to not be too hard on the show or its cast and to not take it too seriously. During her stint on the show, Megan hosted a dance competition, which the women ultimately won. Several fans shared sincere praise, some of which was addressed directly to the performer And numerous fans also celebrated Megan's astounding figure, which the camera clearly ate up In one hilarious confessional after the men lost, Austin joked: 'I just wish I had more of a big juicy a** to make that thing f***ing bounce but for having a little tight a**, I think I did pretty f***ing good.' After dubbing herself a 'bombshell,' Megan unveiled two new bombshells — the show's term for new contestants that are brought in midway through the show to shake things up — TJ and Andreina. Although Megan's guest appearance seemed to genuinely shock many of the show's fans, the rapper previously left a hint that she was going to drop by. Earlier in June, she was spotted hanging out with some of the stars of season six at the Swim Week fashion show.
Forbes
3 days ago
- Politics
- Forbes
LA Residents Foil ICE Raids Using Amazon Ring's Neighborhood Watch App
Neighbors, an app originally designed for Ring doorbell users, is typically used by people looking for lost pets or missing packages. But last week, horrified by ICE raids in and around Los Angeles, residents started using the Amazon app to alert their communities to immigration agents carrying out searches and arrests. 'It was very grassroots and it's become a tool being used by people just trying to help keep neighbors safe,' said Nic, a Southern California resident whose full name isn't being published to protect her safety. While social media sites and Nextdoor have been used to highlight ICE activity across the U.S. in recent days, Neighbors has been especially popular, with dozens of posts reviewed by Forbes over the last week. It allows anyone to post on safety issues in their locale and users can choose to include footage from their Ring doorbell cameras where relevant. As one community activist wrote on Facebook, 'Ring Camera is saving so many families' lives and proving citizens are being harassed and beat up.' People turned to Ring in particular around the L.A. protests, which began on June 7 in response to ICE mass arresting immigrants and became a political flashpoint as President Trump called in the National Guard and sent in Marines to clamp down on demonstrators. While Trump has slightly tempered the aggression of his immigration policies in recent days, saying he would pause 'work site enforcement investigations/operations on agriculture . . . restaurants and operating hotels,' per the New York Times, big cities like L.A. would continue to be the focus of ICE's efforts. 'Even as an American born citizen whose family goes back generations on both sides, I'm nervous about the possibility of coming across ICE.' Neighbors users remained vigilant in posts reviewed by Forbes over the last week, which featured photos and videos of ICE agents, including their locations and, in numerous cases, their vehicle type. Some posts had information on ICE agents near stores like Dollar Tree, McDonald's, Starbucks and Target. Two alerted communities to ICE operation near elementary schools. Others claimed that construction workers were being apprehended at sites across L.A., including a Home Depot, in a June 10 post that was subsequently deleted (the L.A. protests began after immigration agents were spotted near a Home Depot in Paramount, though there was no actual raid at the store). Many of these alerts feature the ice cube emoji as shorthand for immigration officials. 'Just trying to keep everyone safe,' wrote one user, who was warning about ICE agents potentially heading to L.A.'s MacArthur Park, after receiving a notice from her kid's school. 'Be safe everyone,' said another, alerting Neighbors users to ICE officers at a recreation center. Forbes spoke to three people who used the Amazon-owned app over the last week around the L.A. protests. 'My neighborhood is very diverse, I don't know everyone but many of us are people of color and I assume, some are immigrants, possibly undocumented,' Nic said. 'Even as an American born citizen whose family goes back generations on both sides, I'm nervous about the possibility of coming across ICE.' She said it's been helpful to know what parts of Los Angeles to avoid. 'I feel like in a time when things are so unfamiliar and scary, small peaks of hope are helpful,' she told Forbes, saying that she'd seen users posting reminders of people's rights and recommendations not to open doors to ICE agents who didn't have warrants. 'I live in a Hispanic neighborhood and am trying to raise awareness to keep families safe,' Jennifer, a Neighbors user from Orange County, told Forbes. 'I feel strongly about the constitution, due process and that America is a country full of migrants.' She said Nextdoor had also been helpful for spreading similar information. The LA Times last week reported on citizens using that app to alert others to ICE raids, and Forbes reviewed many posts on Nextdoor warning about immigration operations over recent days. Not every Neighbors post has been in support of the immigrant community, with numerous examples of users cheering the ICE raids. 'I live in a pretty red part of Southern California, so of course under the warning posts there are the gross comments where people were saying, 'Hooray! Go get the illegals,'' said Nic. The Neighbors activity viewed by Forbes over the last week poses a dilemma for the Amazon-owned company. Ring prohibits any posts likely to inflame tensions between users, including those discussing politics and 'highly debated social issues.' A Ring spokesperson said those rules haven't changed, declining to provide further comment. ICE didn't respond to requests for comment. A spokesperson for Nextdoor said it too prohibited 'political discussions,' though declined to comment on any specific moderation of users flagging ICE raids. 'Nextdoor has over 300,000 volunteer community moderators, combined with Nextdoor's own operations team, to ensure that content that violates guidelines is quickly removed,' they added. It appears Amazon is actively moderating posts around the ICE raids. A number that had warned of ICE presence across L.A. last week have been removed. They included a warning about imminent raids at thrift stores in the city and another about ICE presence at a public community college in Lancaster, California. Another user, who asked to remain anonymous, said the posts were '70% helpful and 30% vague or fake.' 'I worry about people posting just to scare people,' they told Forbes. There are good reasons to be careful when posting on Neighbors or Nextdoor. While Ring did remove a feature where police could request doorbell camera footage through the Neighbors app last year, police can obtain information on users with a court order. Search warrants and subpoenas could be used to demand data from any business with information on those protesting ICE's actions. Emily Baker-White and Alan Ohnsman contributed reporting.
Scottish Sun
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
MAFS star reveals she was cruelly mum-shamed at son's sports day after giving him an ‘unhealthy' lunch
She is loved up with a Love Island star after her time on MAFS star blasted MAFS star reveals she was cruelly mum-shamed at son's sports day after giving him an 'unhealthy' lunch A MARRIED At First Sight star has revealed she was cruelly mum-shamed at her son's school after she opted to give him an unhealthy lunch. MAFS AU bride Cyrell Paule took to her Instagram stories to reveal the shock in-person encounter which happened during her child's sports day. Advertisement 4 A MAFS star has opened up on being mum-shamed Credit: Instagram 4 Cyrell revealed she was called out at her son's school Credit: Married at first sight / Nine The reality TV star revealed she had been sick all week and had been struggling to make a packed lunch for her child to take with him to school. Her illness even left her debating whether to bother to go and watch her son during his sports day at all after being left feeling so run down. As a result, she told how when she did manage to make it along to his school, she decided to buy him a McDonald's for his lunch after being unable to make him anything healthier. But she was soon bashed by another mum who shamed her for feeding her son fast-food during a sports day. Advertisement On Instagram, Cyrell wrote: "Today I was mummu shamed... at least that's how it felt." She then spoke to the camera, in which she said: "By the time it was lunch time, I thought, do you know what, there is a Maccas [McDonald's] down the road. "I was so sick and so yeah, I won't lie, I didn't really pack him a suitable lunch for a sports carnival. "He didn't have the carrots or a cut-up cucumber. Advertisement "One kid close-by was saying like, 'ah yum I love nuggets, I had McDonald's the other day,' but the mum was like, 'you aren't getting McDonald's today, you are at a sports carnival, you are not supposed to be eating that'. "Dude, yes I admit it is a lazy lunch and I could probably have done better but you know what, I don't need you to tell me I am doing a s*** job." MAFS star Sacha shows off new nose after surgery She then said: "So to all the mums out there who feel like what your doing isn't enough, you do you. "Stop judging each others parenting, no one knows your child or your situation. Advertisement "Do what makes your family happy." The former healthcare assistant shot to fame on the 6th season of the Aussie show that was filmed back in 2018. She became a mother to her baby boy Boston on February 9 2020. His father is Love Island Australia star Eden who she met at a party in March 2019. Advertisement On MAFS, she was married to Nic Jovanović. After an explosive relationship, the pair called it quits before filming wrapped after a series of arguments. Things then got messy back in March 2019 when Cyrell said on Instagram that dating Nic was a 'huge' mistake. Commenting on Nic's height, the fan wrote: 'He looks huge', to which Cyrell replied: 'Yeah he is huge... a huge mistake.' Advertisement She also accused her ex of flirting with MAFS co-star Jessika Power throughout filming, but he denied this. 4 She shares Boston with her Love Island partner
The Irish Sun
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
MAFS star reveals she was cruelly mum-shamed at son's sports day after giving him an ‘unhealthy' lunch
A MARRIED At First Sight star has revealed she was cruelly mum-shamed at her son's school after she opted to give him an unhealthy lunch. MAFS AU bride Instagram stories to reveal the shock in-person encounter which happened during her child's sports day. Advertisement 4 A MAFS star has opened up on being mum-shamed Credit: Instagram 4 Cyrell revealed she was called out at her son's school Credit: Married at first sight / Nine The reality TV star revealed she had been sick all week and had been struggling to make a packed lunch for her child to take with him to school. Her illness even left her debating whether to bother to go and watch her son during his sports day at all after being left feeling so run down. As a result, she told how when she did manage to make it along to his school, she decided to buy him a McDonald's for his lunch after being unable to make him anything healthier. But she was soon bashed by another mum who shamed her for feeding her son fast-food during a sports day. Advertisement Read More on MAFS On Instagram, Cyrell wrote: "Today I was mummu shamed... at least that's how it felt." She then spoke to the camera, in which she said: "By the time it was lunch time, I thought, do you know what, there is a Maccas [McDonald's] down the road. "I was so sick and so yeah, I won't lie, I didn't really pack him a suitable lunch for a sports carnival. "He didn't have the carrots or a cut-up cucumber. Advertisement Most read in Reality "One kid close-by was saying like, 'ah yum I love nuggets, I had McDonald's the other day,' but the mum was like, 'you aren't getting McDonald's today, you are at a sports carnival, you are not supposed to be eating that'. "Dude, yes I admit it is a lazy lunch and I could probably have done better but you know what, I don't need you to tell me I am doing a s*** job." MAFS star Sacha shows off new nose after surgery She then said: "So to all the mums out there who feel like what your doing isn't enough, you do you. "Stop judging each others parenting, no one knows your child or your situation. Advertisement "Do what makes your family happy." The She became a mother to her baby boy Boston on February 9 2020. His father is Love Island Australia star who she met at a party in March 2019. Advertisement On MAFS, she was married to Nic Jovanović. After an explosive relationship, the pair called it quits before filming wrapped after a series of arguments. Things then got messy back in March 2019 when Cyrell said on Instagram that dating Nic was a 'huge' mistake. Commenting on Nic's height, the fan wrote: 'He looks huge', to which Cyrell replied: 'Yeah he is huge... a huge mistake.' Advertisement She also accused her ex of flirting with MAFS co-star Jessika Power throughout filming, but he denied this. 4 She shares Boston with her Love Island partner 4 Her MAFS marriage to Nic did not last long Credit: Instagram
Business Upturn
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Love Island USA Season 7 Episode 7? What's next after Belle-A's shocking exit?
By Aman Shukla Published on June 9, 2025, 19:00 IST Last updated June 9, 2025, 12:59 IST Love Island USA Season 7 has been a rollercoaster of romance, drama, and unexpected twists, and Episode 7 promises to keep the heat turned up in the Fijian villa. Following the shocking elimination of Belle-A Walker in Episode 6, fans are eager to see how the Islanders navigate the fallout and what new developments await. Here's a detailed look at what to expect in Love Island USA Season 7 Episode 7, airing on Peacock at 9 p.m. ET. Recap of Episode 6: A Shocking Recoupling Episode 6 marked a pivotal moment in the season with the first recoupling, where the men held the power to choose their partners. The spotlight was on Nic Vansteenberghe, who faced a tough decision between Belle-A Walker and Bombshell Cierra Ortega. Despite a slow-building emotional connection with Belle-A, Nic chose to couple up with Cierra, citing a stronger and faster-paced bond. This decision left Belle-A single, resulting in her elimination from the villa. Belle-A exited with grace, telling Nic, 'It's not my loss,' leaving fans buzzing with reactions on social media. Some even called for her return during Casa Amor, with one viewer tweeting, 'There's no season perfect than this one to bring someone back & she an OG gone too soon. Bring her back for casa, it's Gods Plan!' What to Expect in Episode 7 With Belle-A's departure shaking the villa, Episode 7 is set to dive into the aftermath and introduce fresh challenges to test the Islanders' connections. Here's what fans can anticipate: 1. Fallout from Nic's Decision Nic's choice to couple up with Cierra over Belle-A will likely create tension in the villa. While Belle-A left with composure, her exit may spark conversations among the Islanders about loyalty and decision-making. Expect Nic and Cierra's new partnership to be under scrutiny as the other Islanders weigh in on whether Nic made the right call. The love triangle's resolution could also impact Nic's relationships with others in the villa, especially those who were close to Belle-A, such as Huda Mustafa or Chelley Bissainthe. 2. New Bombshells Stir the Pot Love Island USA is known for its game-changing Bombshells, and Episode 7 is likely to introduce new faces to shake up existing couples. The arrival of Bombshells Hannah Fields and Amaya Espinal in Episode 6 already caused a stir, and more newcomers could push the Islanders to rethink their connections. Will these Bombshells target established couples like Huda and Jeremiah or Olandria Carthen and Taylor Williams? The villa is never short on surprises, and new arrivals could lead to unexpected recouplings. 3. Challenges to Test Relationships The show thrives on challenges that push the Islanders out of their comfort zones, and Episode 7 will likely feature a new game or task to test the strength of the couples. Previous episodes featured spicy challenges like 'rounding the bases,' where Belle-A let her wild side shine during a kissing challenge with Nic. Expect a similar high-energy activity that could spark jealousy, deepen bonds, or expose cracks in relationships. These challenges often reveal true feelings, so keep an eye on couples like Ace Greene and Chelley Bissainthe, who are navigating new connections with Bombshell Amaya Espinal. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
