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20 hours ago
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If DAYS Spoilers are True, June 19 Could Ruin the One Bond EJ Has Left
Days of our Lives spoilers for Thursday, June 19 warn that EJ has something major to discuss with Johnny. Does it rhyme with 'shmattempted shmurder?' Rachel (Alice Halsey) remembers seeing Johnny (Carson Boatman) with a gun the night EJ (Dan Feuerriegel) was shot. EJ remembers seeing Johnny with a gun the night EJ was shot. Johnny knows he had a gun the night EJ was shot. (Kristen [Stacy Haiduk] knows it too, but she made a deal to keep quiet and traumatize her daughter, so, she's muted for now.) Neither EJ nor Johnny has discussed it up to now. Probably because they're not speaking. Well, at least Johnny isn't speaking to EJ. But they're going to have to talk sooner or later. And EJ has decided it's going to be sooner. WATCH THIS: Did you know Soap Hub has a podcast?! Check it out here. Philip (John-Paul Lavoisier) woke up from his coma. Kate (Lauren Koslow) wanted to know who beat him into it. Sarah (Linsey Godfrey) wanted to know too. Each for their own reasons. But Philip let his mother down and confused Sarah when he claimed he didn't remember. And he definitely didn't remember it being Xander (Paul Telfer). So Kate is frustrated, Sarah is stymied, and Xander demands to see his daughter. After all, he's not the criminal Sarah made him out to be, is he? There is still a lot of grief in Salem, as Belle (Martha Madison) comforts Marlena (Deidre Hall), who is working on getting through life one day at a time. This isn't something she's just going to snap out of. Meanwhile, Chanel (Raven Bowens) is upset about whatever it is that's going on with Johnny now. Paulina (Jackée Harry) is there to cluck, sympathize, and promise that everything is going to be OK for her precious baby girl.
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20 hours ago
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Weekly Days of our Lives Spoilers June 23-27: Tony's Back & A Salem Wedding
Days of our Lives spoilers for the week of June 23-27, 2025 tease a Salem wedding and Salem secrets coming out! Tony (Thaao Penghlis) is back, and spoilers say he's taking matters into his own hands. After all, DiMera was just taken over by The Kiriakises, and knowing Tony, he won't let the company go down without a fight. Also on the DiMera front is Johnny (Carson Boatman). He's worrying his loved ones ever since the big reveal of his conception and his father's shooting. Mid-week, he'll finally be confronted by his grandparents. Roman (Josh Taylor) has wondered if Johnny was the one who stole his gun and possibly shot EJ (Dan Feuerriegel), and if anyone can get the truth out of him, it's Marlena (Deidre Hall). Later in the week, Johnny and Gabi (Cherie Jimenez) are said to pitch ideas to each other. What about, however, is unknown. READ THIS: We have seven questions after watching the June 20 DAYS. Getting back to The Kiriakises, by the end of the week, Xander (Paul Telfer) and Philip (John-Paul Lavoisier) will come to an understanding. Philip isn't telling anyone that Xander was the one who beat him, but from r what in return? Odds are, Philip will want more than just a share of Titan. At the start of the week, Shane (Charles Shaughnessy) will force Cat's (AnnaLynne McCord) hand. Cat has some sort of history with the ISA director, and all may finally be revealed on Monday. READ THIS: Bo (Peter Reckell) and Hope's (Kristian Alfonso) reunion was the ultimate love letter to DAYS fans. On Tuesday, Paul (Christopher Sean) and Andrew (Colton Little) will have their Salem wedding, and what a way to end Pride Month! The happy couple will be joined by their friends and family as they commit to their love, and everyone knows John (the late Drake Hogestyn) will be watching down on them as well.
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20 hours ago
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Next Week on 'Days of Our Lives' Kate Demands Answers
Next Week on 'Days of Our Lives' Kate Demands Answers originally appeared on Parade. Kate demands answers from Roman about what is going on between him and Marlena, and so much more. Here are the Days of our Lives episode breakdowns for the week of June 23, 2025. MONDAY, June 23, 2025 – Episode #15145 EJ vows to protect Johnny. Tony decides to take matters into his own hands. Jack, Jennifer, JJ, and Thomas enjoy family game time. Shane forces Cat's hand. TUESDAY, June 24, 2025 – Episode #15146 Paul and Andrew marry. Rachel tells Marlena a secret. Shane wonders if Tate is having second thoughts. Belle opens up to Carrie. WEDNESDAY, June 25, 2025 – Episode #15147 Xander reveals a plan to save Titan-DiMera. Stephanie questions Philip. Marlena and Roman confront Johnny. Sophia seeks Melinda for help. THURSDAY, June 26, 2025 – Episode #15148 Kate witnesses a moment between Roman and Marlena. Xander and Sarah argue. Belle confronts EJ. Johnny and Gabi pitch ideas to each other FRIDAY, June 27, 2025 – Episode #15149 Alex agrees to Kate's request. Jada gives Stephanie advice. Xander and Philip come to an understanding. Johnny worries EJ. Cat and Chad spend a pleasant evening together. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 Comings: Matthew Ashford as Jack Deveraux. Maggie Carney as Rita. Cary Christopher as Thomas DiMera. Christie Clark as Carrie Brady. Alice Halsey as Rachel Black. Tina Huang as Miranda Trask. Leann Hunley as Anna DiMera. Amelia and Kennedy Hileman as Victoria Kiriakis. Lauren Koslow as Kate Roberts. Colton Little as Andrew Donovan. Chandler Massey as Will Horton. Casey Moss as JJ Deveraux. Thaao Penghlis as Tony DiMera. Melissa Reeves as Jennifer Horton Deveraux. Christopher Sean as Paul Narita. Charles Shaughnessy as Shane Donovan. Greg Vaughan as Eric Brady. Goings: Kristan Alfonso as Hope Williams Brady. Peter Reckell as Bo Brady. Debunked Rumors: Patrick Muldoon is NOT returning as Austin Reed despite previous reports. Check back early next week for expanded spoilers and the Days of our Lives promo for the week of June 23, 2025. "Days of our Lives is set in Salem, a fictional Midwestern town. Follow the intertwined lives, love stories, and suspenseful adventures of the town's residents, including characters from the Horton, Brady, Kiriakis, Hernandez, and DiMera families. Expect everything from surprising courtships and love triangles to custody wars, mistaken identities, murders, medical emergencies, mental illness, kidnappings, amnesia, and much more Days of our Lives airs weekdays on Peacock. Next Week on 'Days of Our Lives' Kate Demands Answers first appeared on Parade on Jun 22, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 22, 2025, where it first appeared.
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3 days ago
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Days of Our Lives Recap: Xander and Sarah Clash Over Victoria
Days of Our Lives Recap: Xander and Sarah Clash Over Victoria originally appeared on Daytime Confidential. On today's Days of Our Lives recap: Titan/DiMera: Stephanie arrives to see Alex. She wants to see if he can head out, but Alex says he has to cover with both Xander and Philip out. He promises they will soon make up for lost time. The couple begin to make out and he leans her over the desk. As they are about to go full press, Kate arrives, and Stephanie makes a quick exit. Kate tells Alex what she walked in on could have been a page out of 'One Stormy Night.' She admits she is loving the book but has misplaced it. He can't imagine what he's going to tell the author. Kate apologizes and says she's been distracted with Philip and John. Alex understands and Kate goes on to say how worried she is someone will take the manuscript and use it as their own. Kate promises to keep looking and Alex says the job offer is still open to her. She says she still has to decline the offer because she couldn't possibly work for Xander. Kiriakis Mansion: Maggie and Sarah are sipping tea and discussing John's funeral. Maggie says dying a hero was fitting for him as it's the way he lived. Maggie remembers Sarah being hit by the car the year before and how John's intuition told him Brady was always innocent (Can we please get Xander's mother back?). Sarah talks a bit about Xander and feels so foolish to have believed he had changed (I don't like the Xander is to blame narrative here). Sarah says she loves Xander but realizes love might not be enough. She can't believe she wasted time feeling so guilty for keeping the secret when Xander did exactly what she thought he would (Again, that doesn't mean you are free and clear Miss Sarah). She talks a bit about their last confrontation and Maggie thinks Xander is trying to blame Sarah for something he has already done. Sarah worries as Xander wants to see Victoria. She knows he would never hurt her nor Victoria but is concerned she'll get sucked back into his orbit. Sarah considers taking Victoria and going on the run. Maggie begs Sarah to be careful. She knows Xander is likely to go to prison, but a judge can rule on a custody battle in all kinds of different ways. Knowing Xander would never hurt Victoria, why in the world would Sarah ever consider going on the run. Horton Square: Xander has bought a dress for Victoria when EJ walks up to give him the business about the hospital vote. Xander tells him to piss off and walks away. Salem PD: Jada and Belle discuss John. Belle says she needs to be distracted and wants to get back to work on Philip and EJ's cases. Jada can't believe Xander was granted bail. Belle says she is deadest on prosecuting him. Shawn Douglas arrives and tells Belle he's there to support her. She has no time and quickly exits. Jada inquires and he says they are just awkward around each other. She says she is sorry for his loss and asks what's up. Shawn D apologizes for lying about being sick the other day. Jada admits she knows the entire story and is thrilled Bo is on the mend. Shawn D is thrilled as well but is devastated by John's passing. He starts to go into the details of the mission, but she stops him, so she has plausible deniability. University Hospital – Philip's Room: Kayla enters, and Kate asks about John's wake. Kayla says it was a perfect celebration of John's life. Kate says she would have been there but needed to be near Philip. Kayla understands and says his labs show much improvement. Kate doesn't want to leave as she fears her son's life is still in danger. She can't wait for him to wake up so he can identify Xander as his attacker. Kate mentions her misplaced manuscript and says she hates she can't read more to him, even though it's somewhat inappropriate. Kate begs her son to wake up so they can catch up. She kisses him on the forehead and exits the room. Brady Pub: Outside, Xander runs into Kayla. She goes off on him and Xander assumes Sarah has poisoned the water. Kayla is furious that his inability to control his anger may have ruined his life for good. With that, she storms off. Xander is sitting on the bench when Sarah calls asking him to meet up. Horton Square: Belle is chatting with Claire about her grandpa John's funeral. She says she is going to wrap up some cases and pay her and Theo a visit. She hangs up but then spots EJ and pretends to still be talking. Just then, EJ walks up and catches her in the midst of pretending. He asks her to be honest if she doesn't want to see him. Belle says she doesn't know if she can deal with their relationship at this point in time. EJ understands but wishes he could be there to support her. With that, he exits. Shawn Douglas walks up and finds Belle alone and asks to talk. He says he just spoke with Claire Bear and learned she is headed soon to South Africa. They agree they could be trusted to visit their daughter at the same time. University Hospital – Lobby: Kayla walks in and doesn't realize the manuscript is on the desk. Jus then, Stephanie arrives to talk to her mother. She asks about her father and closing down Black Patch. Kayla says she is just as concerned but selfishly wants him to lead a safer existence. Stephanie asks if she could host a special dinner to celebrate her father to life his spirits. Kayla thinks it's a great idea and Stephanie makes her exit. Kiriakis Mansion: Xander arrives and wants to talk about Victoria. Sarah says she won't even consider joint custody. He asks what she's considering, and Sarah says he can have supervised visitation at the mansion. She says she will agree to her terms or do nothing and Xander agrees. Xander wants to go upstairs to see his daughter but Sarah gets all kinds of shouty and says she makes the rules now because he tried to kill his brother (Again, this narrative drives me insane). Xander says Sarah is responsible for setting the tone for everything that's happening now. Sarah counters his violent tendencies will be responsible for him missing his daughter's formative years (Ugh). Stephanie's Place: Stephanie arrives home and asks Jada if she's willing to attend a dinner for her father and his retirement. Jada agrees and just then Alex arrives. He begins to undress before he sees Jada behind him. She decides to run an errand and says she will meet up with them at The Bistro later in the evening. University Hospital – Kayla's Office: EJ arrives to see Kayla. He says how much he is looking forward to working together. They go back and forth, and Kayla reluctantly agrees to work with the hospital's new owner. Endings Kayla tells EJ about Bo's miraculous recovery via Versavix. Ej admits to being excited about the money-making potential but also wants to make sure the hospital survives. With that, he presents her with a plan, including changes, that will help the institution move forward. Stephanie tells Alex about the upcoming dinner/celebration for her father, after which they can celebrate. Belle tells Shawn Douglas she is confused about her feelings. He admits he is confused as well. Shawn D says he wants to support Belle in whatever way he can. She gets it and knows she dan count on him. With that, they embrace… just as EJ arrives on the scene. Sarah tells Maggie how much she hates Xander even though she really loves him. Xander arrives in Philip's hospital room… Kate tells Roman she will be home soon. She turns around and starts to look for the manuscript. Xander grabs a pillow and tells Philip everything will be over before he knows it. Keep checking back for the latest Days of Our Lives recaps! This story was originally reported by Daytime Confidential on Jun 14, 2025, where it first appeared.
Daily Mirror
13-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Her son bit her - hours later she was fighting for life with bacteria in brain
A mum has revealed the true toll of her 'ovewhelming' caring responsibilities and has called out the government for its 'insulting' Carers' allowance A mum has called the government's Carers' allowance an "insult" as she reveals the true toll of her "overwhelming" caring responsibilities. Kate Crockford , 40, lives in Swanley, Kent, with husband George, 39, an audit manager, and their children Xander, 13, and Rowan, 10, who has the genetic condition tublinopathy. The condition causes profound learning disabilities and complex needs including epilepsy, cerebral palsy, autism and global development delay. A wheelchair user, he is visually impaired and has challenging behaviour, while Xander is deaf and has autism, ADHD and anxiety. Kate says: "The physical issues George and I have experienced from caring include sciatica, pulled muscles, twisted ankles, black eyes and broken glasses - from being kicked in the face - bites, kicks, pinches, slaps. "In 2017, due to overwhelming caring responsibilities, I ignored having the flu, which then was compounded by fungal pneumonia. By the time I got to A&E, I was barely breathing and was in intensive care by that night, very close to death. "Then, in 2021, due to a biological heart quirk, bacteria from a bite Rowan gave me travelled to my brain and I developed a brain abscess. In A&E they thought I had a brain tumour and I was rushed to London for an emergency craniotomy. "It resulted in a stroke, which paralysed me down the left side entirely. I was in hospital for seven weeks. I had to learn to walk again. My husband was left with the boys for the whole summer. "I now make a proper effort to keep my appointments. But my smear test is three years overdue and I haven't been to the hairdresser since 2019! Caring for Rowan and Xander is a full-time role. The Government needs to stop targeting the vulnerable. Carers' allowance is an insult." Unpaid carers are 50% more likely to live in poverty than the rest of the population, according to shocking new figures. The charity Carers UK says unpaid carers save the government a staggering £184 billion a year, yet 1.2 million are in poverty - 400,000 of them in deep poverty - while Carers' Allowance is the lowest benefit of its kind at £83.30 a week. With approximately 12,000 people in the UK becoming unpaid carers every day, 43% of current or former unpaid carers have either developed a mental or physical health problem, or seen an existing condition worsen. And 40% of our estimated 24.9 million current unpaid carers have cancelled their own medical appointment, because of their caring roles. Speaking at the start of National Carers' Week, which runs until June 15, Helen Walker, Chief Executive at Carers UK, tells The Mirror: "Many carers feel unrecognised and at a disadvantage – facing a greater risk of poverty, social isolation, poor mental and physical health." Highlighting the difficulties of working, while caring and urging the government to provide greater recognition and financial assistance for carers, she continues: 'An estimated 600 people a day give up work to care." Andy McGowan, Policy and Practice Manager for Young Carers at the charity Carers Trust, says young carers, caring for 35 hours a week or more, are 86% less likely to obtain a degree and 46% less likely to enter employment than their peers. He says: "It's so vital to ensure they get academic, pastoral and financial support at university, so caring is not a barrier to them achieving their huge potential". Carers are being affected up and down the country by the lack of financial assistance. Children's services worker Sherene Snowdon, 42, lives in Gloucestershire with husband Lee, 46, a former gas engineer and plumber; son Jake, 19 ,and daughter Paige, seven. She cares for Lee, who sustained a brain injury five years ago, and for Paige, who has SEN. She says: "I became a carer overnight on 16 March 2020, when Lee sustained a brain injury after falling down some stairs. Seeing Lee on life support was absolutely terrifying. I was told to say my goodbyes. I was told he wouldn't be able to walk or talk, but Lee has proved everyone wrong. Lee had been home for just three weeks when he had a stroke. 'It was very stressful. My hair was falling out, I was surviving on two hours' sleep, juggling a teething baby, a young son and my husband's needs. I was told nurses would come to our home, but we never saw them. I became the sole provider for my family. Things are very tough financially. I had to sell our two cars. 'There were times when I didn't eat because I needed to prioritise food for my husband and kids. I'd look for the cheapest options – such as pot noodles that cost £1. I work full time because I have no choice, so don't get carers' allowance. And I only see my friends once a year. Caring has had a huge impact on my mental and physical health. Carers need realistic, practical support and help." Only child Rebecca Green , 23, from Liverpool, is a young carer for her mum Anne, 55, who has rheumatoid arthritis. Rebecca was in her second year at university when, in March 2023, Anne suddenly developed mobility problems. As her dad Phil died suddenly in 2017, she became Anne's sole carer. Rebecca says: 'It's almost the parent-child relationship in reverse. :Getting Mum a diagnosis was a lengthy process. It took a year to get medication, which she had an adverse reaction to. I was back and forth between university and Mum, constantly worried. 'I deferred two essays and the stress impacted my third year too. I didn't graduate on time. It's still up in the air if I'll graduate this year. 'I think the Government needs to recognise the different forms caring can take and include more support and validation. As a carer, the freedom to choose gets taken away. I worry, will I have a job I want? Will I be able to move out and have kids? I don't know.' Young carers needing support should visit to find support in your area. Full-time carer Nikki Knight, 39, lives in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, with husband Ollie, 41 a teacher, and their children Sophie, 12, and Toby, 7, who has ADHD and was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in 2022. He is currently recovering from a bone marrow transplant in January. Former social worker Nikki, who quit work in September 2023 to care for him, says: 'I've been coming to terms with Toby's diagnosis while navigating all the appointments, paperwork and healthcare plans. 'I live in fight or flight mode. From the moment I get up to the moment I go to sleep I'm on the go. I often fall asleep on the sofa - too tired to get to bed. 'I've delayed my follow up clinic and physio appointments after a fall, to fit in around his needs. My dental and eye check ups are overdue. Toby is clinically vulnerable. Only my husband and I are trained in central line care for him. We get Disability Living Allowance, but going from a two-income family to just one was a shock.' Author of 5 minute gratitude journal for oncology parents, Nikki blogs about her experiences Author and blogger Sarah Ziegel, 64, lives in Richmond, south west London, with husband Jonathan, 62, a government lawyer, and their four autistic children – twins Benjamin and Thomas, 26; Hector, 23 and Marcus, 16. Since she began caring, she has had a breakdown and developed adrenal fatigue, causing low energy, insomnia and digestive problems. As a carer, you are just surviving to care for your loved ones. she said "Adrenal fatigue results from years of living on adrenaline." 'I asked the GP for counselling but only got one session." she said "It isn't possible for me to work. The real issue for parent carers is that there is no one to take over and carers' allowance is so low it is an insult." 'My sons all live at home, but you can't claim housing or living costs for a child over 18. New Zealand pays family carers - why can't the UK?' *Sarah is author of Marching to a Different Beat about her family's autism journey. Self-employed ADHD coach Ana Bonasera, 33, from Oxford, is married to Jordan Hands, 31, and has five children. Four have SEN, or are awaiting diagnosis. Nathaniel, 12, is awaiting an autism and ADHD assessment; twins Jude and Luca, 11, have autism and learning disabilities; Spencer, 7, is awaiting an autism and ADHD assessment Daughter Mila, two, does not have special needs. Ana says: 'Being a parent-carer has definitely impacted my mental and physical health. Once, I was so overwhelmed I ran out in the street in my nightdress with no shoes on, desperately calling my dad. 'It's difficult asking for help – it took me seven attempts to call my doctor's surgery, but they couldn't help if I didn't want medication. Soon afterwards, I had a breakdown. It was the worst state I'd ever been in. 'I realisedI needed to help myself before I could help my kids. I had some hypnotherapy, some coaching and did lots of research to work out what triggers me. It's very hard juggling work with caring responsibilities. I can't work over the summer holidays, because of lack of provision for SEN children. Having a social life is almost impossible. My husband and I hardly ever go out. Now an ADHD coach, I want to make sure other carers don't feel unworthy of help.' During carers week Ana is running a free annual event dedicated to parent carers' wellbeing. Former mental health trainer Emma Amoscato, 43, from Bedfordshire, who has a daughter Amalia, 9, and son James, 12, was a carer for her husband Carl, who was diagnosed with kidney cancer in 2017 and died in September. She now cares for James, who has AuDHD. Emma says: ''Being a carer can be all consuming. My son is autistic. I home educate, as the school couldn't meet his needs. This impacts my ability to work. I feel the ongoing stress of caring in my muscles and gut. It has affected my periods and my sleep. 'Carl had cancer for seven years. For the last 18 months, it was too hard for me to work. Carers' allowance is minimal. The Government needs to respect carers and see us as contributing members of society.'
