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THE next set of Israeli hostages to be released from Hamas captivity as part of the fragile ceasefire agreement has been revealed.

Six hostages will be handed back to Israel in two batches this week – but fears loom for the Bibas boys, aged 2 and 5, as it remains unknown whether the young pair are dead or alive.

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Arbel Yehud, 29, is among the next batch of Hamas hostages set to be freed this week[/caption]

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Hamas are set to release six hostages this week in two separate groups[/caption]

Two of those who are set to be released within a mere few days are women who were horrifically kidnapped during the deadly October 7 attacks.

Arbel Yehud, 29, and IDF soldier Agam Berger, 21, will be freed alongside a currently unnamed male hostage on Thursday, followed by three more unnamed hostages on Saturday.

Israel had reportedly asked Qatari and Egyptian mediators to get proof off of Hamas showing Arbel alive.

Confirmation was handed over as early as Saturday evening, reports the BBC.

On Sunday night it was confirmed that a dispute over the implementation of the ceasefire and hostage deal with Hamas had been resolved.

Israel said that Hamas terrorists had sent a list detailing the conditions of the remaining hostages set to be released in the continuing 42-day first phase of the breakthrough ceasefire.

The failure to send the list by Saturday, partnered with Hamas’s failure to free Arbel before IDF soldiers, has been seen by Israel as violations of the truce deal.

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said the military would now allow hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians to return to the north Gaza Strip, beginning Monday morning.

The office added that Israel had reached the agreement with the terror group following “strong and determined negotiations,” making it clear that it would “not tolerate any violation of the agreement”.

Previous reports emerged from NBC News that US native Keith Siegel, 65, was to be released in the coming week.

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A video released by Hamas in April 2024 shows a man who identified himself as Keith Siegel, one of the hostages abducted during the October 7 massacre[/caption]

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Tal Wax holds a poster with a photograph of her uncle Keith Samuel Siegel, an Israeli-American hostage held in Gaza since the October 7 attacks[/caption]

No confirmation has yet been provided and it remains unclear if Keith’s potential release would happen on Thursday or Saturday.

In exchange for the hostages, Israel are to free Palestinian security prisoners, equating to 30 for each civilian and 50 for Agam Berger.

On Saturday, Israel blocked the return of Palestinians to northern Gaza after the release of four female soldiers by Hamas as the terror group have to prioritise the release of civilian women as per the agreement.

One hostage, Arbel, is being held by the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, which had reportedly been falsely describing the 29-year-old as a soldier and demanding more prisoners to be released for her to be returned, Times of Israel reports.

On Sunday, local media said that the Jihad group had agreed to classify Arbel as a civilian.

Hamas gave relief to Arbel’s family on Sunday, saying it had given confirmation that she was alive and safe and would be released soon.

Arbel was abducted alongside her boyfriend, Ariel Cunio, from their Kibbutz Nir Oz home during Hamas’s October 7 horror attacks that left over 1,200 people dead.

Her brother, Dolev Yehud, was killed by the terrorists while defending the kibbutz and his remains were identified last June.

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Mum Shiri Bibas was seen desperately clutching to Kfir and his brother Ariel as they were kidnapped on October 7[/caption]

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Yarden and Shiri Bibas with their two young boys before the family became hostages[/caption]

Meanwhile fears have grown over the youngest Israeli hostages still being held in captivity after they were not among the four released in the latest prisoner swap.

Kfir and Ariel Bibas, just two and five years old, were snatched by Hamas terrorists but their family recently revealed they have no idea whether the boys are alive or dead.

The children, along with their parents Yarden and Shiri, are all on the list of are on the list of hostages to be released in the first six-week phase of the fragile ceasefire.

Despite this, relatives have received no information since the ceasefire began on Sunday – the day after Kfir’s second birthday.

Israel said they expect to hear more about the captive family soon.

Despite this, the Bibas family’s relatives said their “world came crashing down” when they discovered the boys and their parents were left off the second hostage release list, according to The Times of Israel.

In a heart-wrenching statement, the family called on local media to not forget about “our pain, our struggle, and, most importantly, the crucial discussion about the complexity and tragedy of them not being on the list.”

The family added: “Does the grave concern for their lives cancel out the fact that they are civilians in captivity who must be brought home?

“Does the grave concern for Shiri’s life mean that there is no longer a need to display her photo as a kidnapped civilian in Gaza whose fate remains unknown?”

The family also recently revealed they have no idea if the young boys are dead or alive, after no proof of life has been provided by Hamas.

On Saturday, Karina Ariev, 20, Daniela Gilboa, 20, Naama Levy, 20, and Liri Elbag, 19, were all handed over to the Red Cross by balaclava-wearing Hamas thugs.

The women were all captured as Israeli soldiers rather than innocent civilians caught in the horror October 7 massacre.

The four brave soldiers revealed to local media about life being held by Hamas – and how they took a brave step to humiliate their evil captors after their release.

The women were captured in footage acting calmly and confidently as they smiled and waved to crowds of gunmen and Gaza civilians.

One of the released hostages told Kan TV news: “We showed them on the stage that we were not fazed.

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Karina Ariev, 20, Daniela Gilboa, 20, Naama Levy, 20, and Liri Elbag, 19, were handed over to the Red Cross on Saturday[/caption]

“It had no impact on us. We are stronger than them.”

Israel went on to delay the return of Gazans to northern Gaza in the as they claimed Hamas breached the ceasefire agreement by the order of the releases.

Arbel’s release on Friday now means the people of Gaza will be allowed to return home, Netanyahu confirmed.

It is believed that thousands of displaced Palestinians had been blocked at the military enforced border for the last two days.

This week will now see the first double releases as pressure mounts to return all the hostages home.

After all six are handed over to the Red Cross, Israel will begin to allow Palestinians to move north on Monday.

The additional Palestinians prisoners will then also be returned to Hamas later in the week, Netanyahu and Qatari officials added.

Brit Emily Damari and fellow Israeli captives Romi Gonen, 24, and Doron Steinbrecher, 31 were all also freed in the first exchange last Saturday.

Since the ceasefire deal came into force, more than 200 prisoners have also been given back by Israel.

As Israel pushes for answers, the international community is closely watching the unfolding negotiations, which remain fraught with tension.

Over 46,000 people have been killed in Gaza since the war began, and the prospect of further polarization looms.

Emily Damari was one of the first three Israeli hostages released in phase one of the ceasefire-hostage deal between Israel and Hamas.

The Israeli-Brit lost two fingers after being shot by Hamas during the October 7 attack on her kibbutz, Kfar Aza, where she was ambushed.

Her long-awaited release comes as the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas holds after months of relentless warfare.

The truce was nearly derailed in the final hours of negotiations, but hostages were exchanged as part of the deal, marking the first step toward a tenuous pause in hostilities.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has made clear this ceasefire is temporary, emphasising: “We are committed to dismantling Hamas and bringing every hostage home.”

The reunion of the hostages with their families in southern Israel was a moment of raw emotion.

But before escaping terror hell, Emily, Romi and Doron were handed Hamas “gift bags” containing haunting mementos of their captivity.

The bags reportedly included photos of the women during their imprisonment and a so-called “certificate” – acting as a grim reminder of their 15-month nightmare in Gaza.

MARCUS RASHFORD is facing a scramble to find a way out of Manchester United before Monday’s deadline.

Sources close to the England forward had indicated last week he was still training hard and keen to play for the Red Devils.

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Marcus Rashford is facing a scramble to get a move out of Manchester United this month[/caption]

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Ruben Amorim made some brutal comments about Rashford on Sunday night[/caption]

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However he now knows there is no way back at Old Trafford following Ruben Amorim’s comments after the win at Fulham.

And that leaves him with just six days to find a solution – or face spending the rest of the season in limbo at his boyhood club.

Rashford said on December 17 he felt it is time for a fresh challenge – but six weeks on there has been no movement and he has not played a game since.

It now looks highly unlikely he will feature again after Amorim said he is not being considered because of his performances in training.

The Portuguese boss even went on to say he would rather put 63-year-old goalkeeping coach Jorge Vital on the bench than a player who was not trying.

Yet those comments could now end up hitting United in the pocket when it comes to moving him on over the next few days.

Clubs around Europe will now be hopeful they can land the 27-year-old forward on the cheap before the deadline.

And they will try to capitalise on the fact there looks to be no way of patching up the differences between the pair.

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There was fresh interest shown from Turkey in the past couple of days – including Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s new club Besiktas.

However Rashford has also maintained he does not want to move there as he wants to force his way back into the England reckoning.

For the same reason, he has ruled out a switch to Saudi Arabia despite some tentative interest shown around New Year.

Barcelona would be his dream destination and there is some interest among the Nou Camp hierarchy about doing a deal.

However money is tight for the Catalan giants and they need to offload players to create space for him.

Former Premier League duo Eric Garcia and Ansu Fati could make way for him but nothing has been finalised yet.

But his hopes of a move to AC Milan were scuppered by Three Lions team-mate Kyle Walker going there – as Italian league rules would not allow two from the UK in one season.

Borussia Dortmund and Juventus are other clubs who have shown interest while Tottenham are long-term admirers – but the clock is ticking for something to be worked out.

Despite Amorim’s comments, Rashford reported for training on Monday – the coach’s 40th birthday – along with other players who did not play a full game at Craven Cottage.

United will travel to Romania on Wednesday for their final Europa League group game against FCSB and the forward is waiting to hear whether he will travel.

SURVIVORS who were trapped in one of the deepest gold mines in South Africa have spoken out about turning to cannibalism to survive.

The illegal gold miners had been trapped in the abandoned Buffelsfontein Gold Mine, 150km from Johannesburg.

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Survivors and bodies were pulled from the disused gold mine shaft in Stilfontein, around 150 km southwest of Johannesburg[/caption]

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Survivors have spoken out about their desperate efforts to stay alive as they grew weaker and weaker from lack of food and water[/caption]

Hundreds of men were trapped nearly a mile underground for nine months during a standoff with police, which saw some hack off the limbs of their colleagues for sustenance.

Rescuers found 78 bodies and pulled 246 survivors from the depths of the shaft last week, two of whom have spoken out about the desperate measures they took to survive.

Speaking to The Telegraph, two weak survivors quietly revealed that many of the men turned to cannibalism to not die of starvation.

One said that police prevented their access to food and water, and that some of his fellow miners “resorted to cannibalism.”

The man who refused to be named said: “They cut parts of legs, arms, and ribs for sustenance.

“They decided it was their only remaining option for survival.”

While the survivor said he himself did not resort to such a taboo act for survival, he and another survivor said that they had to eat cockroaches.

A rescuer who spoke to the BBC revealed more about the horrific conditions underground that mean he will no longer eat meat.

He found rotting bodies after entering the mine and also made claims of cannibalism.

“Those bodies really smelled bad… they told me some of them had to eat other [people] inside the mine because there was no way they could find food,” he said.

“And they were also eating cockroaches.”

The two survivors who have spoken out both entered the mine in July 2024 to work on supplying those below with more food and drink using ropes.

This saw them earn around £400 per month, according to The Telegraph, money they say they hoped to use for driving licenses and security guard certificates.

The blockading of food by police started in August in an attempt to “smoke out” the illegal miners who enter disused gold mines to try and profit from the remnants.

Such operations are usually run in the confusing underground maze by armed criminal gangs, the police said, which made it too dangerous for them to go in and confront them.

While over 1,300 miners willingly came out of the disused mine, the authorities cracked down on those left, but always claimed they could make their own way out.

During the months-long stand-off it was further claimed by officials that those who stayed underground were attempting to avoid arrest and deportation.

However, several agencies and groups, including unions argued that the remaining miners were too weak due to the food blockade to make their own way out and so needed help.

Courts eventually ordered aid to be sent, which saw a mining company haul scores of body bags and emaciated miners to the surface.

Images from the rescue showed miners on the brink of death being pulled out on stretchers after being found too weak to move on their own.

The rescuer told the BBC: “They were very dehydrated and had lost weight so we managed to fit more into the cage, because they wouldn’t have survived another two days down in the hole. 

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A total of 246 survivors and 78 bodies were brought to the ground over a three day rescue[/caption]

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Police had blocked off access to food and water to ‘smoke out’ the remaining miners[/caption]

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Workers barricaded themselves in the mine in a nine-month stand-off allegedly to avoid capture during a police raid on illegal mining[/caption]

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Mandla Charles with Mzwandile Mkwayi volunteered to go in and rescue the starved miners underground[/caption]

“They would be dead if we didn’t get them out as soon as possible.

“Those people were desperate for help, they were dying.”

“I have to tell you, I am traumatised. I will never forget the sight of these people for the rest of my life,” he added.

Rescuers could fit 13 emaciated men into a cage designed to hold just seven due to their condition. 

Those who died are believed to have done so from dehydration or starvation, Sabelo Mnguni, a spokesman for the Mining Affected Communities United in Action Group (MACUA) said.

The government has been accused of carrying out a “massacre” with politicians calling for an investigation.

One of the country’s largest trade union federations called it “one of the most horrific displays of state wilful negligence in recent history.”

Despite the criticism, the government’s mining minister Gwede Mantashehe said: “If you go to a dangerous place such as a neglected mine and stay there for about three months, starving yourself to death, how does that become the responsibility of the state?”

Further criticism has been levelled at the authorities after corrupt police officers helped the supposed kingpin of the entire Buffelsfontein operation escape custody.

James Neo Tshaeli from Lesotho who is alleged to have run the illegal operation is also said to be responsible for deaths, assaults, and torture at the mine.

Tshaeli, known as “Tiger,” also allegedly kept food away from his workers, but the two miners who spoke to The Telegraph said he was “brutal” in his treatment of the miners.

The pair have been charged with illegal mining and possession of gold and are now on bail.

Police have not commented specifically on the cannibalism claims but told the outlet that the investigation would look into all avenues.

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Those who surfaced alive were taken into police custody[/caption]

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Officials have been accused of carrying out a ‘massacre’ on the illegal miners[/caption]

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An investigation is ongoing regarding the police siege and the illegal miners[/caption]

The popularity contest between Costco and Sam’s Club continues, with the latter Walmart-owned company apparently in the lead. In the last year, more and more shoppers have canceled their Costco memberships in favor of Sam’s Club’s high-tech improvements, including its Scan & Go app and AI-powered exit archways. Now, Costco members are airing out their grievances on Reddit. In a new thread, customers say shopping at Costco is a "horrible store experience" and share why they consider Sam’s Club to be "far superior."

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Sam’s Club has a streamlined checkout process, unlike Costco.

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The checkout experience at Costco is “awful” and “chaotic,” according to some members. Conversely, shoppers find Sam’s Club’s self-checkout process via the Scan & Go app effortless enough to abandon Costco altogether.

“The scan 'n go is such a time saver for sure, and so easy to use. I have both but am now going to let my Costco expire without renewing,” admitted one Redditor.

“It's a nightmare just to walk in Costco whereas Sam's I was able to actually walk down the main aisle. The scan as you go option is more convenient for me and faster for Sam's. All around the vibe of the store is much calmer and less chaotic too,” reads another comment.

A third person said, “I love scan and go! Every time I go to Costco, it’s always a hassle.” As someone else pointed out, it comes down to the fact that “Sam’s Club trusts their customers at self checkout,” whereas “Costco is not fun as a customer.”

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Costco is notoriously known for its long lines.

During certain parts of the day, long lines at the deli counter and cash register in any grocery store are to be expected—but at Costco, shoppers say the wait times never let up.

“Costco checkout lines stress me out enough to keep me out of the store. Especially when the lines are so long they spill into the shopping aisles and have to funnel through into the main checkout area,” wrote a frustrated customer.

“The Costco parking lot always looks like they're having a going out of business sale,” said someone else, referencing the warehouse’s heavy foot traffic. A Reditter wrote back in response, “The parking lot at costco is always fuller because everyone is standing in line waiting to check out instead of scan and go.”

Meanwhile at Sam’s Club, customers say they “never wait in any line.” One post reads, “Sam’s has made shopping very easy and fast for me.”

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Sam’s Club may offer an overall superior shopping experience.

“Costco still has a few items I prefer, but overall, the shopping experience at Sams is light years ahead of Costco,” praised one customer, with whom many Reddit users agreed.

Elsewhere in the thread, someone said they can only tolerate going to Costco “once every other month or so” because “it takes forever.” However, they shop at Sam’s Club weekly. “It’s so easy to shop there that I can go in for just a few items and it’s just as fast and easy as a regular grocery store,” they noted.

Plus, “the early hours for Sams plus members is a huge plus. Costco may have better products but Sams is far superior in shopper experience,” added another.

“The customer experience just eclipses costco,” wrote one Sam’s Club member, who ditched Costco three years ago.

Tom Selleck’s 80th birthday is just days away, and the TV icon doesn’t plan on stepping back from his work any time soon despite ending Blue Bloods. “He already misses the Blue Bloods cast and crew,” an insider exclusively tells Closer of Tom’s interest in keeping the franchise going. “He would definitely do a spinoff...

Danity Kane alum D. Woods claimed the girl group’s founder, Sean “Diddy” Combs, was predatory and created a verbally abusive work environment. The singer broke her silence on her traumatic experience working with the rapper during her appearance on “Good Morning America.” Watch what she said in the clip.

A MUM has sparked a heated debate after revealing she charges her daughter £120 a month in rent – despite not needing the money.

Roxy, who goes by the username ‘roxreviews’ on TikTok, took to social media to ask other parents how much they charge their children, after noticing what she describes as a growing sense of “entitlement” in some people.

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Speaking to her followers about her current situation, the mum explained: “Now, unless you’re studying or saving for a house, there should be no adults living at home with their parents without contributing in some way.

“Be it cleaning, giving money for food or heat – you know, it’s not free.

“The cost of living is wild these days.”

Roxy went on to share examples of “grown men” earning more than their parents, “driving fancy cars” while refusing to contribute – though she admitted that, as a mother, she sometimes feels guilty for asking.

She continued: “If you respect your parents, you would not expect them to provide for your grown-up adult self.

“And for those who say, ‘I didn’t ask to be born’ – neither did your parents.

“When your kid is 40 years old and still sponging off you, then that’s on you.

“It’s just a bit of respect, to be honest.”

Roxy explained that her daughter will be saving money while paying rent, and she plans to help her save for her own place.

She concluded the video by saying: “If you’re working to save for a house or you’re studying and your parents can afford to support you, then yeah, fair enough – don’t pay anything.

“But if you’re just working and living at home, sponging off your parents, then you’ve got no respect, and it’s not on.”

The video quickly gained attention, with many users rushing to the comments section to share their thoughts.

One person wrote: “Wow. I never had to pay a penny to my parents while I still lived at home.”

Another added: “I personally couldn’t charge my kids.”

Roxy replied: “What if they were 30-year-olds sponging off you?”

The TikTok user responded: “I don’t think I could. I understand why people do, and no disrespect to them, but I’m probably too soft.”

A third commenter said: “You’re their parents. Your job is to provide them with a safe space, no matter their age.”

Roxy replied: “Maybe so, but they should contribute towards their costs out of respect.”

Meanwhile, someone else shared: “I charge my son, who is 18, £200 a month – not to save for him, but to teach him that life comes with responsibilities. He’ll have to pay a lot more when he gets his own place.”

A COUPLE who went viral for their wedding photos are now asking the public for help buying baby essentials.

The pair announced they are expecting triplets after receiving backlash over their nuptials.

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Shortly after tying the knot, the couple embarked on an IVF journey abroad and are now expecting triplets[/caption]

Lauren Evens, 31, and her wife Hannah, 29, were mistaken for mother and son when they first shared images of their engagement.

Online users branded Lauren a “paedophile” due to her partner’s youthful appearance.

Despite being just three years younger than her wife, specialist engineer Hannah is often assumed to be a 10-year-old boy.

Shortly after tying the knot in July 2024, the couple announced they were embarking on an IVF journey in Cyprus.

Lauren, who is mum to two children aged 10 and nine, is now expecting triplet girls after the treatment.

She explained that she opted to carry the babies, which were created from Hannah’s eggs, so they could be “biologically related.”

The 29-year-old underwent a stimulation cycle to help her body produce the maximum number of eggs.

Meanwhile, Lauren underwent womb stimulation to prepare her body for pregnancy.

“We chose a Swedish sperm donor because he was the closest match to our skin tones and looks,” Hannah said.

After Lauren recently became redundant, the couple decided to raise money for their future family, reports the Daily Mail.

They have already forked out £9,000 for their IVF treatment and are now looking for the public’s help in raising day-to-day spending money.

The couple explained that they are hoping to raise £3,000 to purchase baby essentials.

They also hope to put some of this money towards flights and accommodation for when their babies arrive in June.

Due to Lauren’s high-risk pregnancy, she is scheduled to undergo a C-section at 34 weeks.

The expectant mum explained her family’s financial bind since she lost her job.

“We’ve had to move back to Hannah’s parents – until we can save for a deposit or for private rent. We’ll need four to five bedrooms,” she said.

As well as their financial struggles, the couple are still facing judgement when they go out together in public.

“We went to Boots last week. The lady asked if I had a Boots card and said it would be worth getting one,” Lauren recalled.

“I said she [Hannah] has one. She said: ‘But your little boy can’t be with you all the time’.

“‘I said: ‘It’s my wife.'”

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The couple are now asking strangers online for help purchasing baby essentials after forking out £9,000 on their IVF treatment[/caption]

THE LOVE Island villa will tonight be rocked by a mass dumping after viewers chose their favourite boys and girls. 

The All Stars cast will be slashed by the biggest dump of the series yet – with Maya Jama arriving to swing the axe.

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Things took a turn for the worse on last night’s Love Island as a row erupted[/caption]

A source said: “The viewers have set the ball rolling with a vote for their favourite girl and favourite boy at the end of Sunday night’s show. 

“Then there will be tough decisions for the Islanders to make, with some of them playing a part in deciding who exactly will leave the villa and who will get to stay.

“It comes at a tense time in the villa after Luca and Scott’s row, with loyalties all over the place. 

“Only the girls are really tight right now, with the boys especially ripped apart and Kaz and Catherine divided over Montel. 

“It’s not clear at this stage who will battle to save who and we could end up saying goodbye to some unlikely Islanders.”

It comes after the explosive row rocked the villa and the overall mood hit a series low.

Scott Thomas, 36, was seen squaring up to his villa friend Luca Bish, 25, as a fiery row erupted during a game of truth or dare.

Scott said he had a truth he wanted to ask Grace Jackson – who is coupled up with Luca – but said he “didn’t want to say” it aloud.

Luca instantly became annoyed and said: “Say it. If you want to go there, go there?”

Scott insisted: “Bro, I’m being respectful to you.” 

But the row escalated further and the other Islanders were forced to step in.

The group tried to continue playing after the first row, but things took a turn for the worse when Luca was dared to kiss the Islander he thought was there for fame.

He kissed Scott on the cheek saying he thinks he wants to get far in the villa.

He added: “That’s why you’re with Tina [Stinnes] and you’re not feeling it now.”

Tina, who is coupled up with Scott, looked horrified and asked for someone to explain.

She eventually walked away crying.

Furious, Scott squared up to Luca for the second time and asked: “This guy, who are you bro? Wow?”

The row came after Scott confided in the boys about how he was really feeling about Tina.

He said: “I dunno where I am… something’s stressing me out a little bit… when she’s in the garden I’m not wanting to rush over… this girl is so good for me and the fact I’m not buzzing p****s me off.”

Luca then said: “You can’t help how you feel, definitely keep that to yourself though.”

Scott agreed: “We’ll make a pact – don’t say anything to our girls cause if that gets back to Tina it needs to come from me.”

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Islanders had to step in to pull Scott off Luca[/caption]

ICONIC 00s star David Guetta has announced his long-awaited return to the Irish stage after 13 years.

The French DJ has been confirmed as a headliner for Longitude 2025, with the festival’s lineup now officially revealed.

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The highly anticipated music festival will make its return to Marlay Park on July 5 and 6, with David Guetta set to perform in Ireland for the first time since 2012.

David plans to bring his incredible production, The Monolith, to Dublin.

Concert organisers took to social media today to announce the stellar line-up for the July weekend.

Joining David Guetta on Saturday are Belters Only, AJ Tracey and A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie.

Festivalgoers can also look forward to seeing rap legend 50 Cent, who will headline on Sunday, July 6.

Sunday will also see Sonny Fodera, blk., and Hannah Laing performing on the main stage.

Joining the Longitude bill across the weekend are Black Traffic, Danny Howard, Cody Wong, BL3SS, Caz, CamrinWatsin, D.O.D, Enzo is Burning, Flex, OJ Wilson and Robbie Doherty.

And concert planners have promised fans that “many more” acts will be announced in the future.

Tickets for the two-day festival will go on sale this Friday, January 31 at 12pm.

Fans can register for pre-sale tickets online and they will go live this Thursday, January 30 at 12pm.

A two-day weekend ticket is priced at €199.90 while a two-day weekend VIP ticket costs €249.90.

A single Saturday ticket will cost €99.90, while a single Sunday ticket will cost €99.90.

The single VIP ticket, for both Saturday and Sunday, is priced at €149.90.

Elsewhere, a popular festival had been forced to cancel a number of gigs – as the nation braced for “extraordinary” Storm Eowyn to hit.

Met Eireann placed every single county under a red warning last week.

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TradFest bosses made the decision to cancel some shows for safety reasons after the storm was described as one of the most severe Ireland has ever seen.

The traditional festival is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year as Ireland’s leading trad and folk fest.

The festival boasts Irish music and culture at the best venues in Dublin city centre and beyond.

Festival organisers said: “The safety of artists, teams and guests of TradFest is our utmost priority.

“We appreciate that many of you may be travelling to join us this week and are concerned about the recent weather reports.

“For the duration of the red weather warning issued for Dublin, there are no TradFest events scheduled.

“However, all Friday lunchtime and early evening shows in Swords Castle, Malahide Castle, Dublin Castle, the GPO, and Collins Barracks are going to be rescheduled or postponed.

“We are in the process of contacting all ticket holders directly via email; due to the large volume of enquiries, we’d ask you to bear with us while we work as quickly as we can.”