DARTS superstar Chris Dobey stepped up to the oche in Sunderland and threw a perfect surprise – leaving a local deaf darts team with an incredible funding windfall from Flutter UKI.

The World No.8 left members of Sunderland Deaf Society’s Darts team in awe as he strolled into The Victory – the UK’s only deaf-run pub – for a surprise visit.

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But he wasn’t just there for a chat – he came with good news.

Dobey announced that the team was among 200 lucky clubs to scoop a share of Flutter UKI’s whopping £400,000 ‘Cash4Clubs‘ grant scheme, securing a vital £2,000 boost.

The funds will be used to buy training gear and cover tournament expenses, including the Deaf Darts Organisation’s Grand Slam in Leicester this July.

After revealing the windfall, the Bedlington maestro stayed to throw a few arrows and offer some expert tips – with the help of a sign language interpreter.

But the experience left a deeper impact on Dobey than he expected.

“It was really humbling to see the passion this team has for darts and to understand how important it is to them,” Dobey said.

“It’s much more than a sport; it’s a social outlet and a place to build friendships.

“You speak to people like Millie Perkin and Darren Davison, and you realise that being part of this team has given them much more confidence. That is obviously what Cash4Clubs is all about – providing the funding to help these clubs stay in business, and it’s really impressive.

“Obviously when I’m on the oche, you feed off the noise of the crowd and the atmosphere. I’ve just never considered what it must be like not to be able to hear that or how isolating living in a silent world might be.”

Deaf Darts team member player Darren Davison explained why financial support for his team is so important.

“I played with hearing teams before, and I just couldn’t communicate with them,” he explained.

“I felt really alone and isolated. Being part of this team means we can communicate with one another, make friends, and have shared interests. It’s a very different experience.”

Now in its 20th year, the Cash4Clubs programme has pumped nearly £6.5 million into grassroots and community sport, supporting everything from American football to Zumba.

SHOPPERS are raving about a ‘stylish and very spacious’ suitcase you can nab from Dunelm.

Not only can you ‘get loads in it’, but it’s Jet2-approved too.

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So if you’re lucky enough to be jetting abroad any time soon but don’t want to fork out for a pricey hold bag, fear not, you won’t need to look any further. 

Thanks to this affordable and gorgeous bag, which is available in four colours, you’ll be able to fit in everything you need for your next trip. 

Bargain hunters are raving about the ‘classy’ bag – and it’s been snapped up by numerous travellers.

And don’t worry if you’re on a budget and don’t have loads of cash to splash, as the sleek IT Luggage Divinity 4-Wheel Soft Shell Suitcase now has 30% off.

The cabin bag, which was once priced at £40, has now been slashed down to just £28 – and we think it’s a real steal.

As well as being compact, small and lightweight, this cabin-friendly bag is a breeze to handle in the hustle and bustle of a busy airport terminal.

Not only are you sure to zip around with ease, but you’re bound to catch envious glances thanks to its “expensive-looking” gold-effect handles and “intricate shell emboss”.

With dimensions standing proudly at 55.5cm tall, 35.5cm wide, and a depth of 22cm, this case meets the boarding requirements for Jet2. 

If that wasn’t enough, it also comes complete with a 10 year warranty – giving you peace of mind when you jet abroad.

So if you’re looking for a cabin bag for your next flight, you’ll need to check this out, and fast. 

Travel enthusiasts beam

Shoppers eagerly flocked to the Dunelm website to rave about the purse-friendly bag, which has an average rating of 4.7 out of five. 

The cabin bag has quickly been a very popular choice among many travellers who have eagerly praised the quality and design.

One happy customer beamed: “It looks elegant but is very sturdy.”

Another added: “It’s very spacious and I love how easy it is to push in the airport.”

A third penned: “A beautifully stylish and lightweight suitcase in a lovely colour and very spacious. It looks more expensive than it is too.”

Lots of room inside, ten days worth of clothes has been packed in this suitcase

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Meanwhile, someone else said: “This case is great. You get loads in and it moves easily – was best priced for value.”

At the same time, another shopper praised: “Great little cabin bag with easy smooth wheels. Chose the brown colour because it looked smart and easy to spot. 

“Lots of room inside, ten days worth of clothes has been packed in this suitcase.”

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EAMONN Holmes posed with Anthea Turner after ending their bitter 10 year feud – but fans were all distracted by one key detail.

Former GMTV hosts, Eamonn, 65, and Anthea, 64, seemed all smiles in the Instagram post, with the Northern Irishman affectionately placing a hand over Anthea’s shoulder.

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Eamonn captioned the snap: “We’re the same age @antheaturner and I and have had careers of similar length but my paper round must have been harder than hers! Top Girl.”

While many followers were delighted to see the pair reunite, the comments section soon became filled with questions about Eamonn’s wedding ring.

The TV presenter, who announced his separation from wife Ruth Langsford in May 2024 after 14 years of marriage, has continued to wear his band.

One follower wrote: “Why are u still wearing a wedding band!”

Another suggested: “Maybe forgot to take it off.”

A third speculated: “Because he’s probably not divorced yet and Ruth still wears hers!”

However, others defended the TV presenter, with one bluntly replying: “None of your business.”

Their reunion comes more than two decades after their infamous fallout.

Eamonn and Anthea’s relationship on GMTV in the 1990s was famously fraught.

In 1996, Eamonn gave the producers an ultimatum – telling them he would leave if Anthea was not fired.

Anthea later admitted she was devastated by the situation, and the pair’s relationship soured to the point where he called her “Princess Tippy Toes” in an interview.

Despite their troubled past, the pair reconciled in 2005, and in 2018, Eamonn invited Anthea to join him and Ruth on This Morning.

At the time, Eamonn joked with Anthea, saying, “You are an ex of mine and we’re on good terms, some people think we hate each other!”

Reflecting on the turbulent years, Anthea opened up about how she still felt hurt by the cruel comments, including the “Princess Tippy Toes” jibe.

In an interview with The Sun, she admitted, “I was always asked if I was ambitious and, if I said yes, I was made out to be a ruthless person who would walk over anybody to get where I wanted.”

She also shared that the public’s perception of her at the time was often unfair, calling her “hormonal” or “stamping her feet”, whereas ambitious men like Eamonn weren’t scrutinised the same way.

Anthea noted how much social media has changed the way public figures can defend themselves, saying, “The one good thing now about social media is that you have an immediate chance to reply.

“If somebody says or writes something stupid, you can go straight on to Twitter, you can go on to Instagram, and you can say something.”

While Anthea and Eamonn have put their past behind them, she revealed that it still stings when she looks back at the way things went down.

Despite all the challenges, Anthea maintains she hasn’t let the negativity weigh her down.

“I definitely haven’t got ‘bitter’ or ‘twisted’ tattooed across my forehead,” she said.

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