3 days agoNews 1Comments Off on Jamie Laing and Sophie Habbo targeted by terrifying burglary in the night as star is forced to hide from thief NAKED
JAMIE Laing and Sophie Habboo have been left shaken after an intruder attempted to burgle their home in the middle of the night.
The Made in Chelsea stars were forced to flee their Notting Hill flat before police rushed in to deal with the situation – with the Radio 1 DJ, 36, forced to hide from the thief naked.
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TikTokSophie opened up about the ordeal on her podcast, Wednesdays[/caption]
She said: “Someone tried to break into our apartment at 6am this morning. I was fast asleep.
“I woke up to Jamie, very calmly I may add, going, ‘Sophie, we’re getting burgled. You need to get up, put your shoes on, we need to leave.'”
Still half-asleep, Sophie admitted she wasn’t fully aware of what was happening.
She continued: “And I was just like, ‘What?’ And so I just stayed. He then rushed back downstairs, he didn’t stay with me. So I just stayed in bed, because I thought, ‘Oh, he said the police are coming.'”
Fortunately, law enforcement arrived swiftly – and in impressive numbers.
“Can I just say that 10 policemen came? It was unbelievable. Maybe there were two vans of policemen. Like, serious, they were so amazing,” she said.
Despite the terrifying situation, Sophie found herself distracted by one of the officers, who bore an uncanny resemblance to Love Island star Luca Bish.
She joked: “One of them looked and sounded like Luca Bish. And all I was thinking was saying to him, ‘Have you ever been told you look like Luca Bish?’ Like, I was being so coy and weird.
“But the guy climbed through a pub, he then put loads of furniture up to try and find…” Sophie began, before Melissa interjected, “So he broke into the pub first?”
“Broke into the pub, climbed over there, all to get to our flat, which is just f*****g creepy,” Sophie confirmed.
Jamie added on his Newlyweds podcast with Sophie that he was “butt naked” when he first heard the noises and went to investigate.
He recalled: “At 5:45 am, I heard this boom, boom, boom, and I was like, ‘What the hell is that?’ Sophie was still fast asleep next to me. So I got up, completely naked, and went downstairs to check.
“I looked out the front of our apartment – nothing. No delivery, no people, completely dark. But then I went to our sitting room and looked out the window.
“I always sleep with the window open, and I suddenly saw someone trying to break into the flat below, wearing a balaclava.
“I thought I would go full Rambo mode, but instead, I just panicked and started going, ‘Oh my God, oh my God, oh my God!'”
Jamie immediately called the police while keeping an eye on the intruder.
“I asked them how long the response time was, if we needed to get out of the house. I was freaking out. I even went downstairs and lay down against our front door, using my whole body as a human door wedge,” he admitted.
Sophie and Jamie regularly post from the West London property, which they moved into last year.
Strictly star Jamie told The Times in May: “We’ve been renting a two-bedroom apartment in Notting Hill for three years. I previously owned an apartment in Chelsea, but I found Chelsea boring.
“We also needed to move out because the flat had a history – Sophie didn’t like the fact my ex-girlfriends had lived there.”
Which celebrities have experienced break ins?
IN recent years, several high-profile celebrities have experienced alarming home burglaries, highlighting the importance of heightened security measures for public figures.
Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan: In a harrowing incident just two weeks ago, actress Michelle Keegan, who is heavily pregnant, and her husband, television personality Mark Wright, faced a terrifying ordeal at their £3.5 million Essex mansion.
Four masked intruders broke into their home, prompting the couple to lock themselves in a bedroom.
The raiders remained inside for about a minute but fled upon hearing Mark yelling. Although unharmed, the couple was deeply shaken by the experience.
Charlotte Crosby: Reality TV star Charlotte Crosby recently opened up about her own frightening experience with a home burglary while she was heavily pregnant.
She expressed feelings of paranoia following the incident and extended her sympathies to Mark and Michelle, acknowledging the emotional toll such invasions can have.
Anya Taylor-Joy: In February 2023, actress Anya Taylor-Joy and her husband, Malcolm McRae, were forced to hide in a closet when burglars broke into a London mansion where they were staying.
The intruders attempted to enter their bedrooms but fled after leaving the trio unharmed but shaken.
Tamara Ecclestone: In December 2019, heiress Tamara Ecclestone’s Kensington mansion was burglarized, with thieves making off with £25 million worth of jewellery.
This incident was part of a series of high-profile burglaries in West London during that period.
Frank and Christine Lampard: The same gang targeted the West London home of footballer Frank Lampard and his wife, television presenter Christine Lampard, stealing £50,000 worth of property.
The celebrity couple bolted themselves in a bedroom and waited just minutes for cops to arrive after the intruders triggered a state-of-the-art alarm.
A source told The Sun: “It was a traumatic experience for both of them but they are relieved that neither of them were injured.
“Mark did the sensible thing and stayed with his wife to make sure she was OK and they waited for police to arrive before leaving the room.
“It was a horrible thing to go through, particularly for someone who is heavily pregnant.
“They are understandably very shaken up by what happened.
“Mark realised someone was breaking into the house. His first thoughts were for Michelle’s protection and he acted swiftly.”
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3 days agoNews 1Comments Off on Popular Galway takeaway closes after horror fire breaks out as emergency services rush to tackle blaze
A POPULAR takeaway has been forced to shut its doors after a fire broke out last night.
Known and loved for its fish and chips, Giovanni’s is a favourite for many in Galway.
A fire broke out in a takeaway in GalwayFacebook
Two fire brigades and crew rushed to the scene around 8pm after the blaze broke out.
Giovanni’s owners took to social media to warn customers of their closure.
They apologised to diners for the inconvenience and thanked them for their support.
They said: “Due to a small incident, we will be closed until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
“We’ll update you as soon as possible. Thank you for your support.”
A picture reveals smoke coming from the building as teams tackle the fire.
The fast food outlet is located at one of the “liveliest parts of the city” at Main Street, Oranmore.
Fans and customers were gutted to hear of Giovanni’s closure.
One person said: “Hope everyone is OK, please god ye will be back soon.”
Another said: “Nooooo.”
While another added: “Hope all is ok. Stay safe.”
Separately, Ireland’s best takeaways crowned with many other fast food joints across the country taking home prizes.
The grand winner of the Irish Takeaway of the Year award went to AJ’s Takeaway, located in Ballyshannon, Co Donegal.
It’s dubbed as a “traditional fast food takeaway with a friendly face” and the staff are very welcoming to their loyal customers.
They serve a vast selection of food, ranging from chips and burgers to pizzas and chicken – including some specials that are loved by customers.
The fast food establishment also secured the top spot for other awards, including Best Fish and Chips and Onion Ring of the Year.
The second big winner of the ceremony was Ireland’s Chef of the Year, which went to James Ausden from Inside Out to Go in Slane, Co Meath.
They are well known for fantastic pizza, chicken, and pasta dishes, which have sent customers into a frenzy.
Elsewhere, the popular Once Upon a Thai street food truck in Co Meath secured the Asian Takeaway of the Year Award, serving customers fantastic curry dishes with fresh Irish and Thai produce.
3 days agoNews 1Comments Off on Why you should NEVER clean your windows on a sunny day & the ‘S’ method that gives you streak-free glass inside and out
SPRING is almost here and it’s time to get those outdoor tasks underway.
However, you will want to avoid a common mistake when it comes to cleaning your windows.
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Window washing experts at Ideal Home have revealed the best way to get perfect streak-free glass.
Their “ultimate guide” will give you a professional-quality gleam on a budget.
First, the experts revealed the best weather conditions to wash your windows.
And while sunny weather might make you feel productive and looking for outdoor jobs, you should avoid washing your windows on these days.
It’s best to carry out the task on cloudy days, as the sun can cause a glare on your glass, making it difficult to see how clean your windows actually are.
The sun could also cause the cleaning solution to dry before you can wipe it off, resulting in streaks and smudges.
And to avoid streaks full stop, you should incorporate the “S” method into your cleaning process.
While experts recommend starting with the frames to avoid dirty water dripping on your clean glass, the next step is vital for a streak-free finish.
Begin by sponging the panes with warm soapy water, then squeeze out the excess water and gently rub it along the glass.
“With your microfibre cloth, work in the shape of an S so you will get into every bit and that will stop the smears,” advised cleaning expert Lynsey Crombie.
You should also follow the “S” pattern when wiping down the excess water with a squeegee.
If you opt to polish off your window as a finishing touch, continue to wipe in the “S” shape.
Experts recommend using a microfibre cloth or damp chamois for this final step.
You should avoid using paper towel as this is likely to leave lint residue on your glass.
For an extra step, you can buff your glass using crumpled up newspaper.
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The paper helps to absorb any excess water or left over cleaning product.
Rub the paper in a circular pattern to wipe off dirt before switching to a vertical stroke.
Finally, finish with horizontal strokes until all the liquid has disappeared.
You should finish by wiping any excess water or suds from the frame and windowsill.
Repeat this process on both the inside and outside of your windows.
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