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LOVE Island’s Kaz Crossley has made sure all eyes are on her ahead of tonight’s Love Island final.

The 30-year-old almost flashed too much as she slipped into a very sexy red mini dress before heading into the villa for one last time.

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L-R – Tina, Kaz, Sammie, Olivia, Danielle & India ahead of the final[/caption]

Showing off her tan from South Africa, Kaz told her followers: “A valentines to remember.

“I love LOVE. Good luck to all the couples tonight for the final! Who are your winners?

Kaz also posed up with the rest of the dumped girls  – Tina, Samie, Olivia, Danielle and India.

Tonight they will watch on as one of their former islanders are crowned winner of All Stars 2025.

They jetted back out to South Africa to take part in a special episode this week – which saw them send one couple packing.

The episode was full of drama and when it came to Kaz’s time to vote, she stirred up chaos with a few comments.

She told the group: “I care a lot about Elma…I don’t know if Sammy is the right guy.”

A furious Sammy responded: “Do you not think I’ve proved that since I’ve been here…people grow up and change…”

Kaz explained: “If I’m being honest the way you lot handled the Ekin and Curtis situation, I didn’t agree with, that’s my opinion.”

She also warned Grace not to trust Luca because of the situation with Samie.

She said he had talked about Samie constantly before she arrived but Kaz believes he was ‘out of order’ to her when she did finally enter because he refused to speak to her.

The comments let Luca fuming and came just moments after Olivia Hawkins claimed s that she had seen text messages from Grace saying she would “do anything to win” All Stars.

Grace was quick to deny it, despite Olivia insisting she had “receipts”.

Harriet and Ronnie ended up getting the most votes from the former Islanders and were sent home.

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Kaz pulled a series of poses in her dress[/caption]

POPE Francis is “stable” but will remain in hospital as medics treat him for a “complex” condition, The Vatican announced.

The pontiff, 88, was hospitalised on February 14, where he has been staying for treatment of a respiratory infection.

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Pope Francis, 88, was hospitalised earlier this week[/caption]

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He is being kept in hospital after medics found complications with his respiratory infection[/caption]

Details of his illness emerged this afternoon, when The Vatican announced the Pope would be staying in hospital after complications were discovered.

But this evening, Catholics around the world received the welcome news that their leader was stable and without fever.

A statement from the Vatican read: “The Holy Father continues to be afebrile [without fever] and is continuing the prescribed therapy.

“His clinical conditions are stable.

“This morning he received the Eucharist and subsequently dedicated himself to some work activities and reading texts.”

Pope Francis is said to be “touched” by the outpouring of support he has received, which includes messages of affection and drawings.

He is particularly grateful for well wishes from other people currently staying in hospital, The Vatican said.

The Pope has been under close observation since being taken to the Gemelli Hospital in Rome, Italy.

Officials revealed that tests over the past few days have indicated he is suffering from a “complex clinical picture”.

They added that the discovery of a “polymicrobial infection of the respiratory tract” changed his course of treatment.

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The Catholic leader is said to be stable and still carrying out work[/caption]

A SERIES of new digital radio stations have been announced by Wireless Ireland.

The company said the new stations would be hosted on a new DAB+ (Digital Audio Broadcasting) platform, partnering with FailteDAB.

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Wireless Ireland said that both drivers and passengers can look forward to “ crystal-clear audio, an expanded range of content and seamless connectivity on the go, with DAB+ receivers available in more vehicles now than ever before”.

The broadcaster said it will “work closely with Coimisiun na Mean, Ireland’s media regulator, to secure the necessary content licences to ensure compliance with broadcasting standards and regulations”.

It added: “The new radio services will offer a diverse range of content, catering to a wide range of interests and tastes.”

The new stations are set to launch in the spring, with more details announced in coming weeks.

Sean Barry, Managing Director of Wireless Ireland, said: “Wireless Ireland is proud to lead the charge in Ireland’s transition to digital broadcasting.

“The new FailteDAB platform will offer listeners a broader and more immersive experience, with a blend of existing and new content offerings, creating diversity of choice for listeners across a large coverage area.

“Wireless Ireland’s commitment will see us become the largest content provider on this new and exciting platform.

“We’re delighted to build on the strength of our existing network of popular radio stations, and will continue to invest to entertain and engage new audiences across new territories.”

The latest JNLR audience figures revealed that Wireless Ireland continues to attract more listeners month on month throughout the country.

The total is now 792,000 listeners each week on Wireless Ireland stations.

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Dublin’s Q102 added 23,000 listeners last year to stand at 192,000 weekly, while FM104 boasted 258,000 weekly listeners.

In Cork, the combined Cork’s 96fm and C103 offering drew 218,000 listeners, while Limerick’s Live 95 and LMFM grew to 93,000 and 119,000 weekly listeners respectively.

The company recently launched The Morning Show on Dublin’s Q102, with Kathryn Thomas taking the helm.

The breakfast host was thrilled earlier this month after her first show was a huge success.

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The New York Mets made the biggest splash of the MLB offseason by signing Juan Soto. But their moves surrounding Soto are what make them a serious contender in the National League. One of those signings, Frankie Montas, has been shut down with an injury just days into Mets’ spring training. New York Post beat […]

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The Kansas City Royals have awarded their GM a new deal after the team made the playoffs in 2024 for the first time since 2015. J.J. Picollo has received a contract extension that runs through 2030, with a club option for 2024, the Royals announced on Monday. They also picked up manager Matt Quatraro’s club […]

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While New York Mets star Juan Soto looks to live up to the promises made to the fans and organizations, there is no doubt that the supporters have already shown their excitement to the player. As some MLB insiders question Soto going to the Mets, the expectations for him and the team are through the […]

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ONE aspect of football which divides fans like no other is the designs of football shirts.

And the Scotland nation team have unveiled a new away shirt which has already generated plenty of discussion.

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Scotland women have released a new shirt to mixed reception[/caption]

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The new top is described as a ‘modern update’ on the 2014/15 away kit, worn here by Ikechi Anya[/caption]

The top combines bright pink and yellow colours which are sure to distract opposition players if nothing else.

The shirt is described as a ‘modern update on a classic design’, in reference to the outlandish shirt worn in 2014/15.

But the national team haven’t been clear whether the new effort is just for the women‘s side, or for the men as well.

Either way, the announcement has certainly divided supporters, with many taking to X, formerly Twitter, to detail their disappointment.

One fan said: “Can’t not see it”, attaching a picture of a Battenberg cake which shares the shirt’s colour scheme.

Another fan also had sweet treats in mind, posting: “Alright if you want to look like a packet of Fruit Salad.”

A third mentioned confectionery too, simply saying: “Sponsored by Hubba Bubba.”

Another supporter commented: “An acquired taste methinks.”

However, some of the fans were more receptive to the daring new look.

An account said: “You’ve got to admit that’s very smart, Adidas kits are far better than the dross Nike keep offering up as the England shirt.”

Another replied: “Stunning, love the Rosebery colours.”

And a third simply said: “Okay, that’s incredible.”

Scotland women missed out on qualification for this summer‘s Euros, leading to manager Pedro Martinez Losa being sacked.

A 2-0 aggregate defeat to Finland put the Scots out of the running for Euro qualification, meaning they didn’t reach any major tournament in Losa’s three years in charge.

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A GLOBAL superbrand has shut one of its enormous UK outlets in a massive blow to high street shoppers.

Rumours had circulated in January that the store could close due to a failure of the company to secure a new lease agreement with its landlords.

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The Nike store at Craigleith Retail Park in Edinburgh, Scotland, has closed[/caption]

Now, we can confirm the Nike store at Craigleith Retail Park in Edinburgh, Scotland, has closed for good.

The storefront at the busy retail park in Scotland’s second largest city was seen painted over in black.

It had been previously understood that the Nike store would shut its doors on January 26.

In a document to staff, shared with Edinburgh Live, Nike had confirmed there could be “proposed redundancies”.

The sportswear retailer indicated that the job losses would come as a result of the failure to secure a new lease agreement at the site.

Its letter to staff read: “Based on results and on Nike being unable to agree a new lease agreement with the landlords, Nike is proposing the closure of Edinburgh Craigleith with an anticipated last trading date of 26th January 2025 resulting in a proposed redundancy situation.”

Shoppers have been mourning the “sad” loss of the store, with one saying: “That’s a shame.

“Have bought a lot of things in it for birthdays/xmas at good prices.

“I’ll miss it.”

Another added: “That’s sad.

“It’s what happens when everyone shops online.

“Shops are closing almost every week now”.

Some were frustrated by the loss of the “very popular” store, calling its closure “pretty annoying”, while others felt “gutted” by the situation.

Another highlighted the recent losses of other stores in the same retail park.

They said: “Ooo no Craigleith has lost Clarks few years ago now Nike.

“Less and less decent shops there.”

A Nike spokesperson had previously said: “We constantly evaluate our store locations to give us the best opportunity to personally connect with consumers through premium products, experiences, and services.

“As part of this retail strategy, the Nike Craigleith Store will close per January 26.”

This comes as one of Britain’s oldest department stores launched a closing down sale just months before its last remaining shop shuts for good.

Beales, which was founded in Bournemouth in 1881, will close its branch in Poole’s Dolphin Centre on May 31.

Starting today, the sale will clear all the remaining stock in the store before it closes its doors for good.

Items including furniture, fashion, gifts and cosmetics are being sold for up to 70 per cent off.

Beales chief executive Tony Brown blamed the “devastating impact” of the rise in national insurance contributions and the higher minimum wage for the shop shutting.

When the closure was announced, he said the business had become “unviable” as it prepared to take on further cost increases which were announced in the October Budget.

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It had been reported the Nike store in Edinburgh was unable to secure a new lease at Craigleith Retail Park[/caption]