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BBC News
18 minutes ago
- BBC News
Tribute to 'remarkable' dad who died in crash on A6
Loved ones have paid tribute to an "incredible" dad who died in a collision on the A6 in Miller, 48, was pronounced dead at the scene in Market Harborough on 31 May after a collision involving his Yamaha motorbike and a grey Volkswagen Passat, police said. A 46-year-old man from Leicester was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and was released while inquiries a statement released by Leicestershire Police, his family said they were "devastated he has gone too soon". He was described as a "loving partner, son, brother, uncle and friend" and an "incredible" statement added: "Trev would do anything to help others and would go out of his way to go above and beyond, whether this was in work, with family, or with friends."They said his passion was motorbikes but that his son was "his world, and he loved sharing this with him".The tribute added: "As a family, we are all devastated he has gone to soon, but we are so honoured to have been a part of his life."The force previously appealed for anyone with information about the crash - which happened on the A6 between the Harborough Road roundabout and Langton Road - to come forward.
Time of India
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Amid Iranian missile strikes on Israel, Sarit Hadad drops a bombshell
Sarit Hadad confirms breakup with partner Tamar Yahalomi amid regional turmoil As tensions escalate due to Iranian missile strikes on Israel, acclaimed Israeli singer Sarit Hadad revealed a deeply personal development, announcing her separation from longtime partner Tamar Yahalomi. The announcement was made via an Instagram story Thursday evening, June 19, in which Hadad addressed her fans directly. "Hey my loves," Hadad wrote. "After a couple journey of partnership and love, Tamar and I decided to separate. It was important to us that you hear about it from us. And in the days we experience that everything enters the right proportions. May we know good days and good news." Also read: Visa fee hikes and delays hinder international artists from touring the United States The news took fans by surprise, given the couple's previously public displays of affection and personal milestones shared over the years. The couple had been together for seven years, with their relationship first made public in September 2021 through the release of Hadad's song 'אהבה כמו שלנו' ('A Love Like Ours'). In the music video, Hadad was seen with Yahalomi, confirming rumors that had long circulated within the Israeli entertainment industry. Live Events Hadad and Yahalomi shared milestones in career and family Tamar Yahalomi, also an Israeli singer and composer known for her appearance on the ninth season of Kochav Nolad (A Star Is Born), co-wrote the song 'A Love Like Ours' alongside Yonatan Klimi. That release was more than just a musical milestone, it marked Hadad's public coming out as a lesbian, an open declaration that was among the most talked-about revelations in Israeli pop culture . In 2022, the couple welcomed their daughter Adele Esther, who was carried by Yahalomi. For Hadad, this was her third child; she previously had two daughters, Noya (7.5) and Shira (5), from an earlier relationship. Their relationship drew admiration from many in Israel's LGBTQ+ and entertainment communities, both for its openness and its significance in a country where celebrity figures often keep their private lives discreet. Also read: AMAs red carpet 2025 & reality check: Do artists really get paid to perform or win? Just last September, Yahalomi celebrated Hadad's 46th birthday with a heartfelt social media tribute: "Happy birthday my love, my wife, my love. I was blessed with the most beautiful soul, modest and humble, many besides me will testify. You are a ray of sunshine, and every ray in you is a light to this world. The family we built is the complete person I am today. Thank you for being the safest place for me in a time like this, when nothing is certain. All the words in the world will not compare to the feelings in my heart, and all the songs in the world will not explain what is inside, I am yours and by your side always." From Eurovision to personal revelation: Sarit Hadad's public evolution Sarit Hadad is among Israel's most iconic music figures. She represented Israel in the Eurovision Song Contest 2002 with the song 'Light a Candle,' finishing in 12th place. Her musical career began in 1994 and has included the release of 24 studio albums. Known for blending Mizrahi pop with contemporary sounds, Hadad's songs like 'Hofshiya' ("Free") have become modern anthems. Also read: Taylor Swift becomes the richest female musician in the world. Here's how much she is worth and who she beat Amid Iranian missile strikes on Israel, Sarit Hadad drops a bombshell Israeli singer Sarit Hadad, who came out in 2021 and introduced her partner Tamar Yahalomi in a music video, has announced their separation. The revelation comes amid heightened tensions from Iranian missile strikes on Israel, with Hadad sharing a heartfelt message to fans via Instagram, reflecting on their seven-year relationship Her decision to come out publicly in 2021 was widely supported and marked an important moment for LGBTQ+ representation in Israeli media. The breakup announcement, though occurring in a time of national uncertainty, remains a deeply personal milestone in the singer's ongoing journey of authenticity and self-expression.
BreakingNews.ie
11 hours ago
- BreakingNews.ie
Man (72) who died in Roscommon house fire planned to adapt home for partner
Tributes are being paid to a devoted partner who died in a Roscommon house fire overnight. The man who has been named locally as Des Deegan (72) died in a fire at a house in The Oaks housing estate, Frenchpark, Co Roscommon. Advertisement Emergency services were called to the house in an estate shortly before 7pm on Wednesday evening Locals said that Mr Deegan who was originally from Dublin was a devoted partner to Alice Hetherton (63). The couple had lived at French Park for the past 25 years having met in London and lived in Kerry for a number of years previously. Tragically Ms Hetherton suffered a serious bleed on the brain and an aneurysm in 2023 and as a result was admitted to a nursing home in the area in July 2024. Advertisement Mr Deegan had launched a campaign locally to adapt the house and bring her home and had set up a Go-fundme page in April of this year. Locals say he had spoken on local radio about his campaign on a number of occasions. Speaking at the time he said'' I've started this fundraiser on behalf of my partner Alice Hetherton, formerly of Oldcastle Co Meath. "Alice is 63 years old, she has worked all her life caring for others as a care worker in hospitals and nursing homes across the UK and Ireland. "Ironically Alice finds herself now in need of the support she has given to others''. To date the fundraiser has raised almost €7,000. In a statement gardaí said Fire services extinguished the blaze and the body of a man was recovered. His remains were removed from the scene to University Hospital Galway, where a post-mortem examination will be carried out. The scene remains sealed off for a technical examination. It is unclear what caused the fire, with witnesses reporting an explosion just before the blaze broke out. No funeral arrangements have been made as yet.
Daily Record
18 hours ago
- General
- Daily Record
Edinburgh unveils floral clock for 2025 celebrating 200 years of braille
The floral clock, made with over 35,000 plants, took six weeks to complete and blooms until October Edinburgh's Lord Provost Robert Aldridge has officially unveiled this year's floral clock in West Princes Street Gardens. The colourful timepiece is a vibrant tribute marking 200 years of braille and celebrating the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB). The iconic clock, crafted with over 35,000 flowers and plants, took three gardeners six weeks to complete. Featuring species such as antennaria, crassula, echeveria, sedum, saxifrage, and annuals like pyrethrum, begonias and geraniums, the colourful display will bloom until October. Joined by RNIB representatives and visually impaired community members, Mr Aldridge expressed hope that the design would inspire reflection on the vital role braille plays in the lives of those who use it. The capital's Lord Provost Robert Aldridge said: "Seeing the floral clock take shape is a wonderful annual tradition and this year doesn't disappoint, with a beautiful display in honour of a worthwhile cause. "The RNIB provides essential support to blind and visually impaired people, and in 2025 they mark a real milestone with the 200th anniversary of braille. I hope the clock's design will give people pause to reflect on just how important braille is to all those to use it. "Thanks to the hard-working parks team who have spent the past six weeks creating the clock, which will be enjoyed by many thousands of people throughout summer." The RNIB, the UK's leading charity for sight loss, supports blind and partially sighted individuals along with their families and carers. This year, it marks the bicentenary of braille, the tactile six-dot code that revolutionised literacy and communication for people with sight loss. James Adams, director of RNIB Scotland, described it as a great honour for the organisation to be featured. 'It marks the 200th anniversary of the invention of braille which opened up opportunity for blind and partially sighted people to be able to access the written word, and with that came the liberation of being able to also receive information that is taken for granted by wider society,' he said. 'Braille is a system that endures, and continues to transform the lives of blind and partially sighted people, offering them privacy, independence, and opportunity.' "Therefore, we are delighted to have Braille200 so prominently marked in the heart of Edinburgh and give everyone the opportunity to celebrate braille and include accessibility in their lives." The floral clock has a rich heritage, first created in 1903 by Edinburgh Parks superintendent John McHattie, making it the oldest of its kind in the world. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. 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 Privacy Notice. Initially featuring just an hour hand, a minute hand was added in 1904, followed by a cuckoo clock in 1952. It was mechanically operated and wound daily until 1972. Since 1946, the clock's designs have honoured numerous organisations and figures, including the Girl Guides Association, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Queen Elizabeth II for her Golden Jubilee. In its centenary year, 2003, it won a gold medal at the Royal Horticultural Society Chelsea Flower Show.
The Sun
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
James Prime dead: Deacon Blue star dies aged 64
DEACON Blue star James Prime has died at the age of 64. The keyboard player and co-founder of the legendary rock band was recently rushed to hospital after falling seriously ill. 2 2 The nature of his condition was unclear but he had to be put in an intensive care unit. Deacon Blue announced James' death on their Facebook page. The post read: "We announce with great sadness that our brother, James Prime, passed away this morning after a short struggle with cancer. "Thank you so much for the messages of support that you shared over the last two weeks, they meant so much to Jim, his family and us. With love, Deacon Blue." More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Scottish Sun. is your go to destination for the best celebrity news, football news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.
