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NoneIs the world on the brink of total war?The Great British Bake Off fans were left in shock as Georgie Grasso, hailed as "the very first Welsh winner," was declared the champion of the 2024 series. After an intense series presented by Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding, the final three contestants standing were Georgie, 34, Christiaan de Vries, 34, and Dylan Bachelet, aged 20. The finalists' initial challenge in the tent involved crafting scones. They later had to impress the judges with an afternoon tea ensemble. Their final task required them to construct an intricate hanging celebration cake. As the tension escalated, Alison declared: "This is the bake between winning or losing," reports Wales Online . BBC Christmas TV guide - full schedule of what's on this Christmas from Gavin & Stacey to Call the Midwife Great British Bake Off star says 'I quit' as Alison Hammond forced to step in Under the scrutinising gaze of judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith, as well as hosts Alison and Noel, Christian, Georgie, and Dylan began to exhibit signs of anxiety. Fan favourite Dylan, who had been performing well throughout the competition, encountered difficulties with his genoise sponge's consistency in the final round. This led viewers to speculate that Christian, who remained composed under pressure, might seize the victory from him. Meanwhile, Georgie also faced her own hurdles during her final showstopper, as she seemed to forget what she was doing. Retreating to the back of the tent, Georgie audibly questioned: "What am I doing here? " What did I come over here for?" Despite initial confusion, Georgie triumphed following three tense challenges. For her showstopper, Pru declared Georgie's cake "absolutely delicious," while both Pru and Paul concurred that its presentation was impressive. Nevertheless, some viewers couldn't make sense of Georgie's victory and took to X to voice their opinions. One viewer commented: "How on earth has Georgie won?" Another expressed: "Even with my Welsh bias, I think Christiaan should've won that. My money was on Dylan at the start, but unfortunately, he chose to morph into the wonderful Lucy Beaumont for the final. Congratulations to Georgie though." Another also remarked: "I'm happy for Georgie BUT Dylan is probably the best contestant this show has ever had. Such a weird result." However, certain fans were delighted with Georgie's win, with one posting: "Bravo Georgie, well done!" and another added: "Go Georgie... well deserved Welsh winner." Children's nurse Georgie, from Carmarthenshire, admitted her final showstopper challenge was "the most challenging bake I've ever done". She said: "When I saw the brief, I thought, game over. "It required considerable thought and planning. I practised about three times. My goal was to enable the judges to experience something truly reflective of myself in the bake, through my choice of colours and flavours. Undoubtedly, the assembly and time constraints comprised the most stressful aspects." As a mother of three, she spoke about the significant sacrifices she had to make to stay in the competition. She revealed: "I've had to put the family on the back burner which has been really hard. I've had to tell the kids 'no' a lot." The Great British Bake Off is available to watch on Channel4.com
3 Millionaire-Maker Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks - The Motley FoolA blueberry sour raspberry smoker has warned MPs that a ban on e-liquid flavours could stop the effectiveness of vapes as a tool to quit cigarettes. Lee Dillon, the Liberal Democrat MP for Newbury , said on Tuesday he threw away his last packet of conventional cigarettes after trying a cherry vape in France . But Conservative shadow health minister Dr Caroline Johnson urged caution, and said she struggles to “understand why adults would want a vape flavoured by unicorn milkshake”. The Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which MPs backed 415 to 47, majority 368, in a vote on Tuesday, could give ministers the power to ban or limit flavours, and make regulations about packaging. The draft law faces further scrutiny at a later date. Mr Dillon told the Commons: “This Bill could go too far on vaping.” He added that if ministers ban flavours, it could “undo the Government’s ambition of a smokefree country”. The MP pointed to a US study of more than 20,800 vapers, published in the Harm Reduction Journal, which indicated smokers who start using e-cigarettes with non-tobacco flavoured liquids are more likely to use them daily and in turn, quit smoking. “That was my experience too,” he said. “I first purchased a refillable vape in France. It came with a tobacco flavour and it came with a cherry flavour.” Mr Dillon continued: “I knew what tobacco tasted like, I had my own cigarettes in my pocket. So I tried the cherry flavour and I enjoyed that cherry flavour so much I never opened the tobacco flavoured vape pot. “I took the cigarettes that I had in my pocket back home to England. They were in my bedside table for six months, after which I screwed the packet up and threw it away, and I’ve never had a cigarette since. “I honestly feel that the provisions in the Bill for ministers to be able to ban flavours for adults is going too far. “For the record, I vape something called blueberry sour raspberry – it’s not aimed at children because I buy it from a specialist vape shop where you have to be over 18, I’ve got the bottle in my pocket, and it has no high colours or fancy graphics on it at all.” But Kirith Entwistle, the Labour MP for Bolton North East, told MPs: “Flavours like bubblegum and rainbow candy, paired with colourful cartoon-like packaging, are blatantly targeting children. “And of course, it’s true that flavourings play an undoubtedly important role in helping adults quit smoking, however, we must be honest, too many vapes are being deliberately designed as a gateway to nicotine for children who have never smoked.” From the Opposition despatch box, Dr Johnson said: “Nicotine is a powerfully addictive product. Young people are particularly susceptible to this, and therefore it’s very important that we protect children from vaping and other nicotine products. “It is, after all, an adult activity. It’s designed apparently to help smokers quit, and while the industry may argue that flavours and colours are enjoyed by adults, and they may well be enjoyed by adults, I personally struggle to understand why adults would want a vape flavoured by unicorn milkshake – whatever a unicorn’s milk tastes like.”Here's what the owners have planned for 2025
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Montreal’s police chief said he expects more arrests stemming from a Friday anti-NATO protest that turned violent, while one of the protest organizers on Sunday denounced political reaction as hijacking the underlying message of the demonstration. Uniformed police officers could be seen Sunday both inside and outside Montreal’s Palais des congres convention centre as the annual meeting continued with no signs of demonstrations, although some protesters had planned a “counter-summit” at a community centre just north of downtown. Chief Fady Dagher told reporters on Saturday that more arrests would be coming thanks to additional evidence gathered during the protests, adding that police were aware of who was behind the vandalism including smashed windows and burned cars as well as alleged assaults on police officers. Police said that during the march, smoke bombs were deployed, metal barriers were thrown into the street and windows smashed of nearby businesses and the convention centre where delegates from NATO parliamentary assembly, including members and partner states, gathered for a session set to wrap Monday. Among the issues being broached were support for Ukraine, climate change and the future of the alliance. Dagher estimated that about 800 people took part in protests from several groups, but about 20 to 40 people were allegedly responsible for the trouble. “I do not want to advertise these groups and glorify these groups, it is a big trap to do so,” Dagher said. “But I can assure to you ... it is a few groups.” Montreal police arrested three people following Friday’s demonstration — a 22-year-old woman who was arrested for allegedly obstructing police work and assaulting a police officer and two men, 22 and 28, also each facing a charge for allegedly obstructing police work. All are scheduled to appear in court at a later date. “Despite what you saw in the images, last-minute impromptu events are extremely difficult to anticipate,” Dagher added. “We have other pieces of evidence. So probably we will have other arrests.” Friday night’s protest was condemned by politicians of all stripes Saturday as acts of antisemitism, which one organizer rejected, saying the protests were against the actions of the state of Israel and not Jewish people. On Sunday, the Divest for Palestine Collective denounced what it called “dishonest attempts” of politicians to hijack the “anti-militarist, anti-imperialist and anti-colonialist messages” delivered by protesters. In an emailed statement, it refuted allegations of antisemitism. “These are false accusations aimed at delegitimizing the solidarity movement for the liberation of Palestine and undermining the fight against antisemitism,” the group wrote. The group defended setting ablaze a doll representing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during the protest. Earlier this week, the International Court of Justice issued an arrest warrant for Netanyahu as well as his former defence minister and Hamas members. “It is a legitimate expression of collective anger against the political indifference at the heart of an ongoing colonial genocide,” the collective said. The collective also denounced what it called police violence against demonstrators, saying at least four protesters had to be taken to hospital with various injuries. Dagher said he could not make a firm link between Friday’s acts and antisemitism, but added that since the Oct. 7 attacks more than one year ago, incidents and acts of antisemitism and Islamophobia have both increased enormously in the city. The police chief however, defended his officers handling of Friday’s event, which he felt could have been much worse. He added he would spend the rest of the weekend with his officers on the ground to lend support.I'M A Celebrity fans have shared the same complaint about GK Barry - having spotted an issue with Bushtucker Trials. Each year, famous faces in the ITV show do gruelling challenges to win food for camp. One of this year's stars is GK Barry - real name Grace Keeling - although fans aren't currently impressed with her. In the latter stages, campmates can volunteer to do the daily trials to win food. Viewers have branded GK Barry as "lazy" for not putting herself forward. Friday's episode saw Reverend Richard Coles and Coleen Rooney volunteer for the trial -- named Dreaded Dregs. One wrote on X, formerly Twitter: "GK is getting lazy tbh she has never volunteered for a trial. "She's hilarious with Richard but other than that she's just camp shef and not a great one." Another added: "Why hasn't GK offered to do a trial?" A third penned: "Seems GK hasn't done a trial in ages?? Surely they should take it in turns." While a fourth chimed in: "Reverend Richard always offers to do a trial even though he's the oldest while Alan has put himself forward for ONE and GK Barry doesn't put herself forward.... "They're not showing enough effort to make the top 4 right now." Yet another remarked: "Please god why is GK Barry still in there? "She's as funny as politics & hasn't done a trial since her zero stars debacle." Early in the series, GK teamed up with Radio 1 DJ Dean McCullough in a trial called Drown in the Dumps. i'm A Celebrity is back for its 24th series, with a batch of famous faces living in the Aussie jungle. The Sun's Jake Penkethman takes a look at the stars on the show this year.. Coleen Rooney - Arguably the most famous name in the camp, the leading WAG, known for her marriage to Wayne Rooney , has made a grand return to TV as she looks to put the Wagatha Christie scandal behind her. The Sun revealed the mum-of-four had bagged an eye-watering deal worth over £1.5million to be on the show this year making her the highest-paid contestant ever. Tulisa - The popstar and former X Factor judge has made her triumphant TV comeback by signing up to this year's I'm A Celeb after shunning TV shows for many years. Known for being a member of the trio, N-Dubz, Tulisa became a household name back in 2011 when she signed on to replace Cheryl on ITV show The X Factor in a multi-million pound deal. Alan Halsall - The actor, known for playing the long-running role of Tyrone Dobbs on ITV soap opera Coronation Street, was originally signed up to head Down Under last year but an operation threw his scheduled appearance off-course. Now he has become the latest Corrie star to win over both the viewers and his fellow celebrities. Melvin Odoom - The Radio DJ has become a regular face on TV screens after rising to fame with presenting roles on Kiss FM, BBC Radio 1 and 4Music. Melvin has already been for a spin on the Strictly dancefloor and co-hosted The Xtra Factor with Rochelle Humes in 2015 but now he is facing up to his biggest challenge yet - the Aussie jungle . GK Barry - The UK's biggest social media personality, GK, whose real name is Grace Keeling, has transformed her TikTok stardom into a lucrative career. Aside from her popular social media channels, she hosts the weekly podcast, Saving Grace, and regularly appears on ITV talk show, Loose Women. She has even gone on to endorse popular brands such as PrettyLittleThing, KFC and Ann Summers. Dean McCullough - A rising star amongst this year's bunch of celebs , Dean first achieved notability through his radio appearances on Gaydio and BBC Radio 1. He was chosen to join the BBC station permanently in 2021 and has featured prominently ever since. He has enjoyed a crossover to ITV over the past year thanks to his guest slots on Big Brother spin-off show, Late & Live. Oti Mabuse - The pro dancer has signed up to her latest TV show after making her way through the biggest programmes on the box. She originally found fame on Strictly Come Dancing but has since branched out into the world of TV judging with appearances on former BBC show The Greatest Dancer as well as her current role on ITV's Dancing On Ice . Danny Jones - The McFly star was drafted into the programme last minute as a replacement for Tommy Fury. Danny is the second member of McFly to enter the jungle , after Dougie Poynter won the show in 2011. He is also considered a rising star on ITV as he's now one of the mentors on their Saturday night talent show, The Voice , along with bandmate Tom Fletcher. Jane Moore - The Loose Women star and The Sun columnist is braving the creepy crawlies this year. The star is ready for a new challenge - having recently split from her husband . It will be Jane's first foray into reality TV with the telly favourite having always said no to reality shows in the past. Barry McGuigan - Former pro boxer Barry is the latest fighting champ to head Down Under following in the footsteps of Tony Bellew and Amir Khan. It comes after a tough few years for Irish star Barry, who lost his daughter Danika to bowel cancer . He told The Late Late Show in 2021: "She was such an intrinsic part of the family that every day we ache." Maura Higgins - The Irish TV beauty first found fame on Love Island where she found a brief connection with dancer Curtis Pritchard . Since then, she has competed on Dancing On Ice as well as hosting the Irish version of the beauty contest, Glow Up. Since last year, she has been working on building up her career in the US by being the social media correspondent and host of Aftersun to accompany Love Island USA. She even guest hosted an episode of the spin-off, Love Island Games, in place of Maya Jama last year. Rev. Richard Coles - Former BBC radio host the Rev Richard Coles is a late arrival on I’m A Celebrity , and he's ready to spill the beans on his former employer. The former Communards and Strictly star , said the BBC did not know its a**e from its elbow last year. An insider said: "Rev Coles will have a variety of tales to tell from his wild days as a pop star in the Eighties, through to performing on Strictly and his later life as a man of the cloth." Upon their arrival, Ant and Dec explained how one of them needed to go into a tank at the bottom with the other at the top. Unfortunately, they didn't manage to get a single star - returning to camp empty-handed as a result. Other than GK, Reverend Richard Coles , Coleen Rooney, Alan Halsall, Oti Mabuse and Danny Jones also remain in camp. I'm A Celeb continues on ITV1 and ITVX.Trump offers public show of support for Pete Hegseth, his embattled nominee to lead Pentagon
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — Matthew Downing threw for two touchdowns and ran for another to lead Elon to a 31-21 season-ending win over North Carolina A&T on Saturday. The game was tied at 7 in the second quarter when the Phoenix turned a fumble recovery into a field goal. That started a string of four-straight scoring possessions. Downing was 16 of 21 for 203 yards. Chandler Brayboy had 12 receptions for 118 yards with a score. Rushawn Baker ran for 106 yards for the Phoenix (6-6, 5-3 Coastal Athletic Association). Julian Bumper also had a 10-yard rushing touchdown on his only carry and Jamarien Dalton had a 30-yard receiving touchdown on his only catch. Freshman Cortez Lane returned a kickoff 97 yards for a touchdown for the Aggies (1-11, 0-8), who lost their 11th straight. Justin Fomby threw for 190 yards and a touchdown pass to Daniel Cole and Shimique Blizzard ran for 87 yards and a TD. ___ AP college football: and . Sign up for the AP’s college football newsletter: The Associated Press
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