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BBC News
2 days ago
- BBC News
West Midlands sergeant in dog attack rescue in line for award
A police sergeant who saved a woman from a savage dog attack in Yardley is in the running for a national police bravery Paul Williams, from West Midlands Police, responded alone to an emergency call on 23 May 2023 to find a woman being mauled by two large German shepherd-type woman had already been severely injured and was in a critical Williams first tried to use a Taser to subdue one of the dogs, but it malfunctioned. He got into his car and then got out and managed to incapacitate one dog with his Taser, even though one of the animals bit him on his arm. Sgt Williams said he arrived to find the woman "on the floor, motionless, being really savagely attacked by two dogs".He said: "You don't really have time to think. I had a Taser on me. I had two shots in the Taser, so quick plan, two dogs, two shots."The plan was get out, shoot the two dogs with the two cartridges in my Taser, save the woman, that's as far as it went." 'Horrific injuries' After the first shot malfunctioned, he said the dogs ran towards got in the car to examine the the dogs ran straight back to the woman, he got out again and tried again."I took aim on the dog that was attached to the female, shot that dog, which dropped," he he added: "The second dog ran at me, jumped up and latched on to my arm."As he fought off the second dog, the first dog got up "yelping and screaming" after the Taser and ran off, with the second dog following, he said another police car arrived and took the woman, who had "horrific injuries", straight to hospital with blue lights on, because there was not time for an spent four weeks in intensive Police Bravery Awards 2025, an annual event by the Police Federation, will be announced on 10 July. Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Megyn Kelly reveals her greatest parenting regret: 'It haunts me'
Megyn Kelly confessed her decision to have children later in life 'haunts' her because it means she will have less time with them. Kelly, 54, admitted her feelings during an interview on The Dr. Jordan B. Peterson Podcast earlier this month. The two discussed the increasing age at which women have children and the impact that being an older mom can have. Kelly, who had her first child in 2009 at the age of 38, admitted there are downsides to having children later in life. 'Unfortunately, and believe me, I think about it all the time, it means that my children and I have a shorter runway together, and I hate that fact. It haunts me,' she said. 'I'm so grateful that I have them at all, you know, unlike so many women who weren't this fortunate, but I hate the fact that every time we talk about their lives, I'm calculating, you know, it's his age plus 42. 'That's what I'll be, you know, when my youngest has his children, and boy, my kids better have kids young if they want me to be part of that child's life.' Kelly married her husband Douglas Brunt, 53, in 2008, and they share three children together: Yates, 15, Yardley, 14 and Thatcher, 12. The radio show host said she did not plan on being an older mom, but believes it has had a positive effect on her children. 'I didn't reach that place in my life until I was older, and unfortunately, it wasn't planned this way because I didn't meet my husband till we were 35,' she said. 'I have no regrets about how I did it, but I also acknowledge it's not all roses and unicorns. There are downsides to doing it the way I did. 'I really think that the calm I've brought to motherhood, the life lessons, the wisdom has been a boon to my children who are calm and cool.' Women are having their first child older than ever, according to new data that suggests the already-shrinking US fertility rate could see further declines. A new CDC report analyzing births from 2016 through 2023 found that the average age of first-time moms rose by nearly a year - from 26.6 years old in 2016 to 27.5 years old in 2023. Similar increases were also observed among women having their second and third children, with the average age at birth rising by one year for second births and just short of a year for third and higher-order births. In 2020, Kelly announced she removed her three children from their private New York City schools and relocated to Connecticut. Her sons attended the $55,900-a-year Collegiate School on Manhattan's Upper West Side. Her daughter is believed to have attended the $57,385-a-year Spence School on the Upper East Side. 'We loved our schools,' she said. 'Loved our teachers, loved the students and faculty and parents. 'They were definitely leftist - we are more center right - but that was fine; my whole family are Democrats. 'But then they went hard left, and then they started to take a really hard turn toward social justice stuff.'
Yahoo
01-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Wright Farm housing development advances in Lower Makefield. Here's final plan
After more than 18 months of discussion and planning, Lower Makefield Township officials have approved a 47-home development on the former Wright Farm. Local homebuilder DeLuca Homes bought the 49-acre parcel in 2024. Construction is expected to take between two and three years. Approximately 12.67 acres of preserved open space around the homes was originally intended to remain active farmland, but after discussion with township officials, more than 1,000 trees are to be planted instead. The new neighborhood is to sit west of I-295, just north of Yardley-Newtown Road. It's to be built directly south of more than 100 existing homes from Bridle Estates. The developers are also to add more of a natural buffer on the property's northern edge between the two neighborhoods. An arborist evaluated the health of the existing trees on the property, the developers told township officials. Any unhealthy trees are to be replaced. A main point of contention for the development's neighbors in Bridle Estates is that the sole access point to the new homes will be through their neighborhood on Surrey Lane, which is currently a dead-end road. Looping around the southeastern edge of the property, Patterson Lane is to remain open for farm equipment and emergency vehicles only. All construction-related access is to be exclusively through Patterson Lane. The developers have said throughout the process that they've reached out the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation about possible traffic lights or other access points to the development, but all these ideas were rejected. Most recently, the developers proposed looking into adding a right-turn-only exit onto the bypass west of the traffic signal at Stony Hill Road. Township officials, however, said they weren't interested. As a result, the developers said, Surrey Lane is their only real option. The most recent traffic studies that the developers have completed have indicated that the addition of 47 homes will have an "insignificant" impact on the level of service to the Bridle Estates community, according to project engineer Justin Geonnotti. Lacey Latch is the development reporter for the Bucks County Courier Times and The Intelligencer. She can be reached at LLatch@ This article originally appeared on Bucks County Courier Times: Wright Farm housing development: 47 homes approved in Lower Makefield
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Sreeleela is the new face of a renowned English fragrance brand.
Yardley London, the iconic heritage brand with over 250 years of fragrance expertise, has announced Sreeleela as the new brand ambassador for its fragrance category in India. This collaboration aligns with a major relaunch of the brand's portfolio, spanning perfumes, deodorants, body mists, roll-ons, beauty talcs, shower gels and soaps. The new lineup features modern, premium packaging and long-lasting floral fragrances that offer an elegant yet contemporary sensory experience. Sreeleela's radiant charm, grace, and inspiring journey make her a natural choice to represent Yardley London's timeless appeal. She embodies the brand's core values and is the perfect face for Yardley's 'Step-Up' campaign—an empowering initiative that encourages women to pursue their dreams with confidence and lead life on their own terms. Speaking on the partnership, Sreeleela shared, 'Fragrance is a personal and powerful form of self-expression. The brand, with its rich legacy and modern sensibility, truly resonates with today's woman. I'm excited to represent a brand that so beautifully blends the classic with the contemporary.' Manish Vyas, CEO of Yardley India, added, 'We have relaunched our complete portfolio in India and introduced a new range of body mists, perfumes and exciting multi-piece gift packs. This relaunch is a celebration of fine craftsmanship and innovation, offering Indian women a fragrance experience that inspires them to become their best selves and step up. Sreeleela — with her achievements, youthful energy, elegance and strength — perfectly represents the values our brand stands for.' Renowned for crafting perfumes that capture the essence of nature, Yardley London continues its legacy by masterfully blending exotic ingredients with artisanal finesse. With this relaunch and new brand ambassador, Yardley is poised to strengthen its connection with the modern Indian woman—offering a range of fragrances that reflect heritage and aspiration.
Daily Mirror
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Jo Malone's new ‘uplifting and classy' perfume is an Italian holiday in a bottle
After departing her namesake brand in 2006, Jo Malone launched Jo Loves, a new fragrance brand that specialises in niche perfumes. The latest fragrance to hit the Jo Loves shelves is an ode to summer, and guaranteed to make you feel like you're soaking up the sun even if you have no plans on leaving the UK. The brand new Jo Loves With Love from Como A Fragrance has finally landed on the shelves, and was inspired by Jo's memories of summers on Italy's Lake Como. A 'celebration of dolce vita', the new perfume invokes feelings of breezy days, sparkling water and sun-drenched skin – everything you could want from a summer fragrance. Floral and garden-inspired Yardley perfumes reduced to £11 in little-known 80% off scent sale 'I found the perfect summer perfume that smells like a tropical holiday and lasts all day' The new perfume is available at both Space NK and directly from Jo Loves for £135 and is part of the brand's exclusive Studio Juice collection. With Love from Como is a unisex fragrance that recreates the vibrancy of sunny days in Italy and brings you a little glimmer of summer every time you wear it. With Love from Como opens with crisp notes of mandarin, rhubarb and grapefruit for a zesty, citrus scent. It has heart notes of basil and tamarind to give it a more aromatic and subtly spicy depth, before finishing with base notes of cedarwood and musk for an earthy feel that's long lasting. The perfume is sure to be a hit with fans of the original Jo Malone fragrances, particularly if you love the Orange Blossom Cologne, £118, which is said to be one of Kate Middleton's go-to perfumes. The Orange Blossom scent also combines zesty clementine flowers and orange blossom with water lily and warm undertones of orris and balsamic vetiver. You can also pick up similar orange-based scents with Phlur's Tangerine Boy for £99, which is both zesty and spicy with notes of lemon, ginger, black pepper, tangerine and apple. For a more budget-friendly pick, The Body Shop's Full Orange Blossom Eau de Parfum is £42 and is infused with orange blossom absolute from Egypt. However With Love from Como has already been a big hit with fans, with one Space NK shopper writing: 'This scent is super fresh and bright, like citrusy air on a warm day. It opens with a clean, watery feel and settles into something soft and slightly floral. It's not overpowering but still noticeable, and I get compliments when I wear it. A great daytime fragrance that feels effortless and breezy.' Over on Jo Loves, another reviewer called it: '"Memories of Italy - uplifting and classy" before adding: 'The box is fabulous, then on opening the box I was greeted with a beautiful scene of Como on the bottle and just like this scene the fragrance is classy, fresh, uplifting and addictive, provoking memories of our Italian trip last year. The fragrance doesn't last very long on my skin (which isn't unusual), so I also spray my clothes. As we are having such wonderful weather at the moment, a spray of Como, close your eyes and you will be transported to an Italian memory.' One did mention, however: 'Very disappointing after last years special edition sell out 'With Love From Positano'. This years 'With Love From Como' is very light on the citrus with strong tones of cut grass. It's pleasant but not for me. An expensive purchase which sadly will not get used. Bring back 'With Love From Positano' please!' But another disagreed saying it was "Summer in a bottle" and adding: 'What a wonderful scent. It is full of citrus and is so fresh. Great to have a scent that lasted and didn't wear off quickly.' Users must download or already have WhatsApp on their phones to join in. All you have to do to join is click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! We may also send you stories from other titles across the Reach group. We will also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. Some of these articles will contain affiliate links where we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from them. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group. If you're curious, you can read our .
