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COLEEN Nolan was left fighting back tears on Loose Women as she returned to the panel for the first time since the death of her beloved sister, Linda. 

Linda Nolan, part of the famed Nolan Sisters, died from pneumonia at the age of 65 on January 15, after more than two decades fighting cancer. 

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Linda paid tribute to her beloved sister Linda on Tuesday’s show[/caption]

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Linda died of pneumonia in January after a 20 year battle with cancer[/caption]

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The star was laid to rest in a glittering pink coffin[/caption]

She was laid to rest on Saturday in a sparkling pink coffin, which Coleen revealed Linda had picked out herself after spotting a similar one on Instagram. 

Speaking to her friends on today’s episode, Christine Lampard asked how she and the family were doing in wake of the loss. 

“It’s difficult to say, isn’t it? It’s soon,” she said. “We’re all doing great, but you know, you have great moments, and then you have absolute meltdown moments, and they come out the blue. So there’s no rhyme or reason.” 

Thanking viewers and fans for the outpouring of love they have received – including the public turnout for the funeral, flowers, cards and gifts sent to them – Coleen noted that she had been reading as many messages as she could. 

“It’s just hard, because there was a time where I thought… wait a minute,” she said, pausing to gather her breath and hold back tears. “I thought, Do I go back? Is it too soon? 

“And then you have to, because life goes on.” 

“Linda’s had this for 20 years, and I think the one thing she would want to say is, is that she wouldn’t want anybody that’s still going through this horrendous disease to go, ‘oh, well, I may as well give up, because it got her in the end’,” Coleen added. 

“Because, actually, it wasn’t that that got her in the end, she got the flu and pneumonia, which actually was, you know, what she went from.” 

“She was a massive force in our family, and it feels like such a hole,” she said, adding that she found herself struggling to accept that there was ‘only six’ siblings left in the family. 

Members of the public applauded as the hearse carrying the star arrived at St Paul’s Church in Blackpool on Saturday morning for the funeral.

Shane Nolan – the son of Coleen and Shane Richie – was one of the pallbearers.

Sister Denise Nolan spoke at the funeral, saying her cancer diagnosis, along with losing her husband Brian and sister Bernie, could have “destroyed” a lesser person.: “Not Linda, instead she chose to help raise millions for cancer research.”

She said her sister showed “courage in the face of adversity”.

“It’s time to rest now Linda,” Denise told the congregation. “The battle is over. You are free.”

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Linda was seen looking devastated at the funeral as she arrived with her siblings[/caption]

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Coleen said that Linda would want her to move on[/caption]

GUNSHOTS were fired at two residential properties in Co Galway shortly before 4am last night, it has been confirmed.

Criminal damages occurred at the properties in St Grellan’s Terrace in the Ballinasloe area but gardai have confirmed that no injuries were reported.

Gardai rushed to the scene of the incident at around 3:50am this morning.

Investigating officers have urged anyone who may have any information to come forward, particularly if it relates to a dark-coloured saloon car.

A garda spokesperson said: “Investigating Gardai are appealing to any person who may have information in relation to this incident to contact them.

“Any person who was in the St Grellan’s Terrace and surrounding areas at Brackernagh, Ballinasloe between 3:30am and 4:30am and who may have mobile phone or dash-cam footage, is asked to make this available to Gardai.

“In particular, Gardai are looking to speak with anyone who may have seen a dark-coloured saloon car at these locations.

“Any person who may have information or footage is asked to contact Ballinasloe Garda Station on 09096 31890, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.”

Gardai said that investigations into the incident are “ongoing”.

Separately, gardai confirmed today that two bodies were discovered in Co Kerry.

Gardai say they are “investigating all circumstances” following the find of the man and woman, both believed to be in their 50s, at a house in Glenbeigh.

The scene has been preserved and an examination by the Garda Technical Bureau is taking place.

It is understood that the bodies may have lain undiscovered in the house since late last year.

The two bodies remain at the scene, pending preliminary technical examination, and will be removed for a post-mortem examination.

Gardai confirmed that the course of their investigation will depend on the results of the post-mortem examination.

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AS MANY as 75 people will lose their jobs on Coronation Street and Emmerdale after ITV announced plans to slash its soap schedule.

The channel will make an hour less soap content a week and air the much-loved programmes as two back-to-back, 30 minute episodes amid a budget crisis.

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Sue Cleaver is just one of the days to leave the soap recently[/caption]

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Emmerdale’s new schedule has come in the wake of budget cuts[/caption]

It means 75 roles will be lost across cast, crew and writers, with redundancy talks now underway.

The teams were told last night that they needed to be on site this morning for a formal meeting, with the news reducing most to tears.

Around 600 people work across Corrie and Emmerdale.

The brunt of the job losses are likely to be felt in production.

Currently, Emmerdale airs six episodes per week, Monday to Friday with a double episode on Thursdays.

Coronation Street also airs six episodes per week, spread across Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with two episodes each night.

Now just five 30-minute episodes of each soap will air.

Under the new changes, which will begin in January 2026, Emmerdale will air for half an hour every day at 8pm, followed by a half-hour episode of Coronation Street straight after at 8:30pm.

It is being dubbed a soap “power hour”.

ITV boss Kevin Lygo said: “This new commissioning pattern will mean five hours of soaps a week, rather than the current six.

“We are conscious this will have an impact for the people who work on the soaps team.

“We will support our colleagues in ITV Studios as they work through these changes, and will do what we can to mitigate the impact on our people.”

He went on: “These changes are motivated by doing what we believe is best for the continuing success of these important programmes in the long term.

“They also create headroom in the overall programme budget for investment in programming that can help ITV grow reach in a very very competitive market.”

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Helen Worth also stepped down from her iconic role as Gail Platt on Corrie[/caption]

Insiders at the channel say it will help make both Emmerdale and Coronation Street more “streaming-friendly”.

The new structure will launch with a huge stunt on both soaps.

A source added: “Soaps are incredibly important to ITV and this is about preserving their longevity for the future.

“There has been a super squeeze in production costs and it was necessary to make changes but Corrie and Emmerdale both remain integral to ITV.”

It comes after a string of big name stars quit Coronation Street and many have called out the budget crisis which has left them struggling to make ends meet.

AN ULTRA-rare Jaguar from the 1960s – dubbed ‘the most beautiful car ever made’ by Enzo Ferrari – is up for sale.

Images showcase the striking 1961 Jaguar E-Type 3.8-litre Series 1 FHC in Opalescent Silver Blue, a colour that highlights its sleek and timeless design.

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An early-production E-Type, with many decades as a successful race car[/caption]

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The car will be auctioned by iconic Auctioneers on Saturday, 22nd February 2025, at Stoneleigh Park[/caption]

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The refined interior of the 1961 Jaguar E-Type 3.8-litre, featuring period-correct leather seats crafted for comfort and racing heritage[/caption]

This particular Jaguar E-Type, is an early-production model with a remarkable motorsport history, having spend decades as a successful race car driven by British racer Allen Lloyd.

The car will be auctioned by iconic Auctioneers on Saturday, 22nd February 2025, at Stoneleigh Park, Coventry.

“The car presented here is a 1961 Jaguar E-Type 3.8 litre Coupe, and apart from being a very successful historic race car, it was fascinatingly the 58th example ever built,” states the listing.

In recent times, the Jaguar has campaigned successfully at the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps multiple times, winning its class before making regular appearances in Motor Racing legends pre-63 GT series, a prestigious championship for Iconic FT cars of the late 1950s, supporting major racing events across the UK and Europe.

On its debut on 15 March 1961, legendary Italian carmaker Enzo Ferrari, founder of Ferrari, famously called the E-Type “the most beautiful car ever made.”

Known for his pursuit of speed and perfection, Ferrari’s praise cemented the Jaguar E-Type as an icon of automotive design.

The car has an official certificate confirming its eligibility for historic racing.

While its documents are up to date, it is recommended that interested buyers verify all details and ensure the safety equipment (belts, seat, roll cage, fuel tank, fire extinguisher, etc.) meets current regulations.

Comprehensive details of the car’s mechanical specifications and championship eligibility are available to serious buyers.

As this historic E-Type takes centre stage at auction, Jaguar itself is undergoing a bold transformation.

The British marque has announced plans to relaunch in 2026 as a fully electric, high-end luxury brand, moving away from its traditional petrol-powered lineup.

The shift is already making waves, with Jaguar’s recent unveiling of the Type 00, a striking electric concept car that sparked debate among enthusiasts.

While some see it as a radical departure, Jaguar insists the reinvention remains true to the company’s ethos of fearless creativity and innovation.

Jaguar’s Chief Creative Officer, Professor Gerry McGovern, said: “Jaguar has no desire to be loved by everybody… Some may love it now, some may love it later, and some may never love it. And that’s okay, because that’s what fearless creativity does.”

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The sleek, aerodynamic curves of the Jaguar, a timeless icon of automotive design[/caption]

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The classic wire-spoke wheels and period-correct tyres of the 1961 Jaguar E-Type 3.8-litre, built for both style and speed[/caption]

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AN EastEnders icon has revealed why she will not return to BBC soap for its 40th anniversary.

This is despite her close link to a current BBC One storyline involving the departing Natalie Cassidy.

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Lindsey Coulson is beloved amongst EastEnders fans her her role as Carol Jackson[/caption]

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She first made her debut on the show back in the 90s[/caption]

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Fans are sure to be devastated as she has ruled out a soap comeback[/caption]

Lindsey Coulson, 64, is beloved by EastEnders viewers for her role as the matriarch, Carol Jackson.

She first made her debut on the show back in 1993 and her last appearance came in 2015.

Viewers have been wondering why she hasn’t appeared in the long-running serial drama as her family has come under fire.

The actress is busy working on other projects, as she is about to make her debut in the hit BBC drama, Waterloo Road as the new head teacher.

A host of other legendary names have made cameo comebacks to the soap, including Joe Swash and Tracy-Anne Oberman in anticipation for the soap’s 40th anniversary.

But when asked if she will be making a return amid fan demand, Lindsey poured cold water on the possibility as she has left the character behind.

She told Radio Times: “No. I feel that if you’re trying to portray another character and trying to put the work in, it would be odd for me to do another character I really loved playing.”

However, she has nothing but her best wishes for her co-stars, saying: “I really think it’s brilliant that that program is celebrating 40 years because it’s incredible that the audiences have still kept with it.”

Recently on EastEnders, her daughter Sonia Fowler (Cassidy), was arrested and charged with the murder of Debbie Colwell.

Just as she stood trial, Carol’s other daughter Bianca (Patsy Palmer) went missing.

This is because Sonia’s fiance Reiss (Jonny Freeman) has kidnapped her and is holding her as his prisoner in a remote and soundproof storage.

Recently, viewers saw how Bianca recorded a ‘confession’ video for the killing of Debbie, in a bid to help her sister and escape from Reiss’ evil clutches.

However, fans are still concerned by the absence of Carol as she is nowhere to be seen amid the trauma surrounding both her daughters.

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Carol’s daughter Sonia stood trial for the murder of Debbie Colwell[/caption]

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Her other daughter Bianca went missing after she was kidnapped[/caption]

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Despite momentous events for her family, Carol is nowhere to be seen[/caption]

EastEnders continues on BBC One and is available to stream on iPlayer.

MILLIONS of drivers have been warned of a nationwide petrol and diesel shortage.

Unless 200,000 new lorry drivers are recruited, a repeat of the 2021 driver shortage could lead to fuel station chaos.

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Millions of drivers have been warned of a nationwide petrol and diesel shortage[/caption]

The Road Haulage Association warned ministers that the logistics industry faces “significant structural challenges”.

And reports suggest plans launched four years ago to tackle the trucker shortage have not been as successful as hoped.

The looming crisis could hit home and supermarket deliveries.

Supermarkets such as Tesco, Morrisons, Asda, and Sainsbury’s rely on a stable supply chain.

A report said: “2021 was a year of genuine crisis with an HGV driver shortage which saw empty shop shelves, delivery delays and supply chain disruption.

“We must avoid a repeat of this.”

Sally Gilson, policy manager at the RHA, said: “We need to keep these young drivers in the sector as we don’t want to see people get funded training, get their licence and then leave shortly after.

“We saw quite a number train up, stay for three to six months and then leave the sector.”

The shortage of lorry drivers is also threatening to derail government building plans.

A government spokeswoman said: “We understand the pressures facing the housebuilding industry, which is why we are making sure that they have the skilled workers they need to help us build 1.5 million homes and deliver our new towns.

“Alongside this, we are getting more HGV drivers onto our roads through our Skills Bootcamps, giving people the skills they need to start their career.”

CRISTIANO RONALDO was jokingly mocked by MMA star Michael ‘Venom’ Page for backing his UFC Saudi Arabia opponent.

The five-time Ballon d’Or winner was cageside for MVP’s Saudi showdown with new fan favourite Shara Magomedov on Saturday night.

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Ronaldo was cageside to see Shaa Magomedov in action against Michael ‘Venom’ Page[/caption]

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Man Utd fan MVP had some words for the CR7 after beating Magomedov[/caption]

Ronaldo had enjoyed a warm embrace with Magomedov at Al-Nassr‘s training ground, where he signed a shirt and posed for snaps with the one-eyed fighter, earlier in the week.

And he was just a few feet away from the Dagestani as he suffered a decision defeat to avid Manchester United fan Page, who had a message for him after the fight.

In his post-fight press conference, the 37-year-old said: “I actually didn’t see him. But he was definitely in the wrong corner.

“But he needs to come back to me, the Man Utd supporter by the way. Next time he might make a better decision.”

Page even had some words for new Red Devils gaffer Ruben Amorim, whose troops endured yet another defeat at the hands of Crystal Palace last Sunday.

The London Shootfighters standout said: “It’s difficult [for Amorim]. You see Ronaldo talks about it himself.

“He even spoke briefly about [being] in charge of the club he’d know exactly where he would make new decisions.

“I think he’s talking about a situation above the manager’s head.

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Michael ‘Venom’ Page also had a message for United boss Ruben Amorim[/caption]

“Right now, all he can really do is try to make the team that he’s got in front of him work as much as he can.

“But also, I’m gonna give him until the next transfer window to find new players and bring them in and see if he can recreate the team in his own image.

“You’ve got to give him that chance. But for right now, he just needs to make sure we don’t get relegated.”

Victory over Page saw him bounce from his defeat to Ian Garry at UFC 303 last July.