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Scottish Sun
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Calvin Harris forced to take extreme measures at £3.6m Cotswolds mansion after bus passengers could see into bedrooms
Plus, what we know about the huge mansion and it's renovation FEEL SO CLOSE Calvin Harris forced to take extreme measures at £3.6m Cotswolds mansion after bus passengers could see into bedrooms Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CALVIN Harris has been forced to take extreme measures at his Cotswolds mansion as he and pregnant wife Vick Hope prepare to move in later this year. The Scottish music sensation, 41, bought his stunning home for £3.6million in 2019, but has now be forced to make some adjustments to it after bus passengers could see into his bedrooms. 4 Calvin Harris' home has had to have some alterations made to it amid a privacy issue Credit: Getty 4 Calvin is married to Vick Hope Credit: Getty 4 The couple are expecting their first child together Credit: Getty Calvin has knocked down the Cotswolds mansion and has rebuilt it over five years, with it now nearing total completion. But he recently discovered that a bus route goes past his home, which allows people onboard the bus to see in. Because of this, the iconic DJ has had to take a drastic measure. Calvin has had to install one way glass to preserve his privacy and keep his family life out of the public eye. The reflective glass allows him to see out, but no-one to see in. The Daily Mail reports that the new glass was visible this week as scaffolding was removed from the newly-built abode. He has also reportedly bought two neighbouring homes, as per reports. Calvin and Radio 1 presenter Vick Hope are due to move into the newly-built and adapted home later this summer. Architect Ben Pentreath, a favourite of the royals, designed the property which will be completed this year. A source previously told the paper: "There's no expense spared and it's going to be amazing." Pregnant Vick Hope parties at BBC Radio One's Big Weekend after going on maternity leave The happy couple, who tied the knot on their Ibiza farm in 2023, will become parents later this year, it was recently revealed. And the couple's new home, which Calvin purchased in 2019, looks to be the ideal family home. At the end of May, Vick shared the news of her pregnancy live on Radio 1. On air, she told Jamie Laing: "I should probably also say this is my final week before I go on maternity leave." Former Made In Chelsea star Jamie then told her: "You're an amazing friend, an amazing person, and you're just going to be an amazing mum,." She replied: "Oh, thank you." Vick appeared to celebrate her baby shower a couple of weeks ago as she shared a picture playing a baby shower game - during a meal with friends. Calvin and Vick made their first official outing together at The Chelsea Flower Show in May 2022. After just five months together, a huge sparkler was spotted on Vick's finger. They then got married in September 2023 at Hulne Priory, Alnwick, Northumberland.
Euronews
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Euronews
Stephen Fry on J.K. Rowling: ‘She seems to be a lost cause'
Renowned British actor, author and broadcaster Stephen Fry has labelled Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling a 'lost cause' and stated that she has been 'radicalised by TERFs' - the acronym that stands for 'trans-exclusionary radical feminist'. The term is used by transgender activists against gender critics like Rowling, who has dedicated much of her online presence to defending her views while expressing transphobic views. During the recording of the podcast The Show People, Fry, who previously narrated all seven Harry Potter audiobooks, said: "She has been radicalised I fear and it maybe she has been radicalised by TERFs, but also by the vitriol that is thrown at her.' As reported by The Daily Mail, Fry continued: 'It is unhelpful and only hardens her and will only continue to harden her I am afraid. I am not saying that she not be called out when she says things that are really cruel, wrong and mocking. She seems to be a lost cause for us.' 'I am sorry because I always liked her company,' he added. 'I found her charming, funny and interesting and then this thing happened, and it completely altered the way she talks and engages with the world now.' He continued by saying that Rowling's 'contemptuous' comments 'add to a terribly distressing time for trans people.' Stephen Fry spoke in the aftermath of the UK Supreme Court ruling in April that determined that 'woman' meant a biological female and not gender. Lord Hodge said the five Supreme Court justices had unanimously decided that 'the terms woman and sex in the Equality Act refer to a biological woman and biological sex.' Many expressed fears that the ruling could put trans and non-binary people in danger. Stonewall's chief executive Simon Blake said that the ruling 'will be incredibly worrying for the trans community and all of us who support them.' Meanwhile, Rowling celebrated the ruling by posting a picture of herself smoking a cigar on her yacht. Fry's recent comments have been met with a torrent of bile online... ... as well as some support, highlighting quite how divisive the issue remains. Fry is not the only former Harry Potter star to speak out and criticise Rowling's continued hateful rhetoric. Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint have all spoken out against her controversial views. Last year, Radcliffe told The Atlantic that Rowling's views 'make me really sad', adding: 'Because I do look at the person that I met, the times that we met, and the books that she wrote, and the world that she created, and all of that is to me so deeply empathic.' Watson expressed her support, stating: "Trans people are who they say they are and deserve to live their lives without being constantly questioned or told they aren't who they say they are." Meanwhile Rupert Grint said: "I firmly stand with the trans community... Trans women are women. Trans men are men. We should all be entitled to live with love and without judgment." Rowling previously said that she wouldn't forgive the Harry Potter stars who have criticised her views. 'Celebs who cosied up to a movement intent on eroding women's hard-won rights and who used their platforms to cheer on the transitioning of minors can save their apologies for traumatised detransitioners and vulnerable women reliant on single sex spaces,' she wrote on X. Earlier this year, Rowling reignited tensions with the actors by taking an indirect jab at Radcliffe, Watson and Grint. In March, she was asked: 'What actor/actress instantly ruins a movie for you?' Rowling replied: 'Three guesses. Sorry, but that was irresistible.' By contrast, Tom Felton, who played Draco Malfoy in the franchise, said he remains 'grateful' to Rowling. 'I'm not really that attuned,' said Felton. 'The only thing I always remind myself is that I've been lucky enough to travel the world. Here I am in New York. And I have not seen anything bring the world together more than Potter, and she's responsible for that. So I'm incredibly grateful.' His comments sparked a wave of differing reactions - some applauded him for what they called a 'classy response,' while others condemned his words as 'atrocious,' 'spineless,' and 'disappointing.' Should an artist's faith determine what happens to their work when they die? The death of one of France's most successful rappers has raised this question. French rapper Werenoi, whose real name was Jérémy Bana Owona, died on 17 May 2025, aged 31. He was France's top album seller in 2023 and 2024, and his death shocked both the music industry and the public. 'Rest in peace my man. A news that saddens me and courage to the loved ones especially', popstar Aya Nakamura wrote on social media. Following the release of his first song 'Guadalajara' in 2021, Werenoi quickly rose to great success. His 2024 album 'Carré' was named best rap album at the Flammes Awards, and he was the opening act for Burna Boy at the Stade de France in April. With more than 7 million monthly listeners on Spotify, he was an example of a vibrant francophone music scene that keeps growing worldwide, according to the platform's new report on francophone content. Culture minister Rachida Dati called the rapper 'the icon of a generation.' 'In an age of overexposure and ever-present social media, he had opted for privacy. Cultivating discretion, he revealed himself only through his lyrics', Dati said in a statement on 20 May. One of the only known facts about Werenoi's private life was his faith. The rapper was Muslim. In the hours following his death, debates erupted on social media over what should be done with his music according to Islam. 'Werenoi was a Muslim, and we invite you to listen to his music as little as possible, out of respect for his faith," online rap publication Raplume said in a social media post that has since been deleted. 'Avoid streaming Werenoi's tracks, he was a Muslim, it's for his faith', one user said on X. A tribute to the artist by French rap radio station Skyrock elicited similar criticism. Other fans felt that listening to Werenoi's music was a way of paying their respects and ensuring that his legacy lives on. 'When he was alive, Werenoi was making music, going on Skyrock and selling albums, so it's only natural that when he dies, the rap world should pay tribute to him by playing his music', one user wrote on X. The rapper's team and relatives have not publicly weighed in on the debate, leaving fans to decipher mixed messages. Werenoi's music videos were removed from YouTube, but the audio versions still remain available on the platform. A source close to the rapper told French newspaper Le Parisien that the videos had only been temporarily hidden to allow the family to grieve. Werenoi's producer later denied this claim. Rumours even said the artist's entire discography would soon disappear from all streaming platforms, but this has yet to happen. The teachings of Islam are up to interpretation. Many on social media argue that music is haram, meaning it is forbidden by Islamic law. Listening to Werenoi's music after his death would bring him sins in his grave. But the word 'music' does not actually appear in the Quran and many artists around the world are practising Muslims. 'The prohibition of music by some branches of Islam is not based on any consensus but rather on controversial interpretations of certain suras and hadiths [statements attributed to the prophet Muhammad]', musicologist Luis Velasco-Pufleau wrote in a 2017 blogpost. Fundamentalist Islamic movements like Salafism and Wahhabism strictly prohibit music while other traditions, like Sufism, are more lenient. There have been similar controversies in the past. The death in 2019 of British rapper Cadet, who converted to Islam at 15, also ignited online discussions on the future of his music - much to the dismay of some users. 'When anyone else passes away Muslims will send their condolences as normal... But when it's a Muslim [rapper] we go into theological debates about sharing his music etc', London-based imam Shabbir Hassan posted on X (then Twitter) at the time. 'Just take a lesson from his death and make du'a [a Muslim prayer] for him. That will benefit us/him the most.' For some, this question tends to be overly politicised. 'It's fascinating how cultural topics can raise this kind of political and religious debates,' streamer iliesomg said on decolonial YouTube channel Paroles d'honneur. He said that listening to Werenoi's music should be a personal decision for Muslim believers, guided by their own approach to spirituality. Numbers show that Werenoi's audience, Muslim or not, does not seem ready to let go of his art. Sales for his last album 'Diamant noir', released in April, rose by 72% in the week after his death, making it the most listened album in France.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Hindustan Times
Gmail Users, enable 2-Step verification ASAP, says Google — Here's how
A major security update is rolling out for Gmail users. If you haven't changed your password or turned on two-step verification yet, do not delay any further. As reported by The Daily Mail, Google has begun alerting Gmail users to secure their accounts as part of a larger push to protect against phishing attacks and rising online threats. Besides, the company is giving users just 15 to 30 days to enable 2-step verification (2SV), or they risk losing access to their accounts. With reports of over 16 billion passwords leaked across platforms like Google, Apple, and Facebook, this is a serious wake-up call. Step 1: Change your Gmail account password right now If you're still using an old password to sign into your Gmail, it might be time for a serious security upgrade. Google strongly advises users to stop relying on old, reused or weak passwords. A strong, unique password is your first line of defence against unauthorised access. Even if your account hasn't been compromised yet, security experts warn that it's only a matter of time considering today's threat landscape. Updating your Gmail password now is a crucial first step. Step 2: Turn on two-step verification (2SV) Still relying on just a password to protect your Gmail account? That's no longer enough. Google is now making 2-step verification (2SV) mandatory for many users. While Google's AI already blocks most suspicious emails, adding 2SV gives users an extra layer of protection in case harmful messages slip through. As phishing attacks become more sophisticated, passwords alone are too easy for hackers to crack, especially if they've been leaked in past breaches. With 2SV enabled, even if someone steals your password, they won't be able to access your account without the second layer of security. This could be a unique code sent to your phone, a prompt in the Google app or a physical security key. How to enable 2SV: Step 3: Replace your Google password with a Passkey According to Forbes, Google's VP of privacy, Evan Kotsovinos, is urging users to use passkeys, a next-gen, passwordless login system that's far more secure and easier to use. A passkey uses your fingerprint, face recognition or device PIN, combined with a private digital key that stays only on your device. Unlike passwords, passkeys are resistant to phishing and can't be reused, making them virtually impossible to hack or intercept. Even if someone gets your old password, they won't be able to break into your account without the unique passkey on your trusted device. And in case your device is lost or stolen, you can easily recover your passkey from another device linked to your Google account, without losing access How to create a passkey:
Tom's Guide
3 days ago
- Tom's Guide
If you're a Gmail user it's time to implement these critical security steps
Gmail users should be paying attention to two security upgrades they can – and should – be making to their accounts in order to protect themselves. According to The Daily Mail, Google will soon require Gmail users to activate 2-step verification (2SV) and has already begun sending out emails to alert users that haven't done so yet to take action. Those who still need to enable the feature have been given a deadline between 15 and 30 days. After that time, they could potentially lose access to their accounts. It's one of a few security measures the search giant is making as part of an update to curtail the flood of (very) realistic looking phishing and spam emails that have been on the rise lately. Though Google has AI filters that will remove most of these unwanted emails, requiring users to enable 2SV is another step to protect them and their accounts from the threats that do manage to get through. However, according to Forbes, Google's VP of privacy Evan Kotsovinos says another good step to make your account even more secure if to replace your password entirely. The logic behind this recommendation being that passwords are difficult to maintain and easy to crack – which is why so many people rely on one of the best password managers to generate and securely store them instead. Kotsovinos' recommendation is to trade your password in for a passkey, which involves using your biometric information like your fingerprint or facial recognition alongside a trusted device like your smartphone. Steve Won from 1Password told Forbes that passkeys are preferable because each is made up of two components: a unique public key created and stored on the company's server, and a private key stored on the user's device. 'As with all dual systems, the public key is used to create a challenge that can then only be solved if you have access to the private key which is secret and known only to you. Because of this, passkeys are nearly impossible for hackers to guess or intercept because the keys are randomly generated and never shared during the sign in process.' That means the passkeys cannot be guessed, or compromised by weak credentials, they cannot be stolen in a data breach and there's no chance of them being broken into by a brute force attack or picked apart during password spraying. Additionally, because a passkey gets tied to your account, and not your devices, if your phone is lost or stolen you can still access your account and recover your passkey on another device by signing in. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. If you haven't already enabled two step verification, you absolutely should. It's a smart way to protect your account and something that we recommend alongside two-factor authentication for all your accounts. Simply go to and turn on 2-step verification, you will be offered a choice between text, an authenticator app or a physical security key. From there you can updated saved log-in methods and update your back up email and phone number just in case. To sign up for a passkey, go to the Security Settings section of your Google Account and select the passkey option for 'How you sign into Google.' From there, click on Create a passkey, and then follow the prompts given to verify your identity using either your fingerprint or facial recognition on your device. That's it.
Mint
4 days ago
- Health
- Mint
Aspergillus fumigatus, lethal fungus spreading across US raises alarm — Florida, Texas, California & more states at risk
A deadly fungus that can rot human tissue from within is rapidly spreading across the United States, with experts sounding alarm over rising temperatures, widespread drug resistance, and the lack of national disease tracking. According to a report in The Daily Mail, the airborne fungus Aspergillus fumigatus is nearly impossible to avoid and poses an especially grave risk to individuals with weakened immune systems. The fungus causes aspergillosis, a serious lung infection that can lead to organ failure and death, particularly in cancer, asthma, or HIV patients. As the news report notes, its spores are so small they are inhaled without notice. Once inside the lungs, the fungus can trigger chronic infections or even spread to the brain, heart, and kidneys in more invasive forms. Despite its danger, aspergillosis is not a reportable disease in the US — meaning infections, hospitalizations, and fatalities are not systematically tracked, making outbreaks difficult to identify. Citing health data, the news outlet reported that invasive aspergillosis hospitalisations in the US rose by around 3% annually between 2000 and 2013. By 2014, nearly 15,000 hospital stays were linked to the infection, costing an estimated $1.2 billion. Intensive care autopsies also revealed it ranks among the top four infections most likely to cause death. Around 400,000 people are estimated to suffer from chronic pulmonary aspergillosis, the long-term form of the disease. Invasive cases, though less common, are far more fatal — with only 59% of organ transplant patients surviving a year after infection, and just 25% of stem cell transplant patients, according to studies cited by The Daily Mail. The fungus thrives in warm, damp environments and can survive temperatures above 120°F in compost piles. According to The Daily Mail, the highest exposure levels are being recorded in Florida, Louisiana, Texas, Georgia, and California — states with hot, humid climates and extensive farming activity. Dense urban centers like New York, Houston, and Los Angeles are also vulnerable due to aging infrastructure and population density. A University of Manchester study warned, the news report stated, that if fossil fuel use continues unchecked, Aspergillus fumigatus could expand by over 75% by 2100, putting millions more at risk across the southern US. Perhaps most concerning is the rising drug resistance. Azole antifungal drugs — commonly used to treat human infections — are also widely applied in agriculture to protect crops. Experts cited by the news outlet said that this practice may be driving environmental resistance, with drug-resistant fungal spores jumping from soil to humans. A study in Applied and Environmental Microbiology found azole-resistant strains of Aspergillus fumigatus in farm soils across at least seven US states. Some strains are resistant to multiple standard treatments, and the mixing of fungal types may be accelerating the resistance crisis. The World Health Organization has named Aspergillus fumigatus a "critical priority" due to its high mortality rates and the increasing threat of untreatable infections. The news outlet reported that the WHO is urging global investment in new antifungal drugs, faster diagnostic tools, improved hospital protocols, and enhanced training for healthcare professionals. The organization is also calling on pharmaceutical firms to include children in clinical trials for fungal treatments. Doctors are advising those with compromised immune systems to avoid gardening, soil, and moldy environments, wear protective masks in dusty areas, and ensure clean air circulation in hospitals and homes. US hospitals have begun strengthening mold inspections and antifungal protocols in response to the growing concern.
