Celebrity Plastic Surgery Reveals and Beauty Confessions of 2025

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He's said the incident is proof 'God’s definitely real' 😯

Man survives being shot in the chest after cross necklace diverts bullet in shocking miracle

Man survives being shot in the chest after cross necklace diverts bullet in shocking miracle

Aiden Perry had been given the necklace as a Christmas present

A man who ‘thought he was going to die’ when he was shot in the chest at point-blank range is thought to have miraculously survived thanks to the gold cross necklace he was wearing at the time.

Aiden Perry, 20, was hanging out a friend’s apartment in Sumter County, Florida on June 7 when the unbelievable situation took place, with reports alleging Perry was shot accidentally with a .40-caliber pistol while his friend was showing off the gun.

The bullet entered Perry’s chest, exited near his armpit and re-entered inside his arm, where it broke his humerus.

Recalling the incident to Fox 35 Orlando, Perry said: “I looked down I see tons of blood. I thought I was going to die, honestly.”

Perry’s friend rushed him to the emergency room at HCA Florida Ocala Hospital, and medics immediately took him into the operating room.

There, doctors realized that despite entering his chest, the bullet hadn’t done any damage to Perry’s major organs.

One of the surgeons who worked on Perry, Khafra Garcia Henry, explained: “The bullet entered his left upper chest around this area and traveled to his left arm.

“When we normally see these injuries, they’re usually devastating injuries. In Aidan’s case, he was fortunate enough where the bullet did not enter his chest wall – it ricocheted off the chain he was wearing.”

Doctors believe that the cross Perry was wearing was located in the exact spot necessary to intercept the bullet, causing the necklace to split in two and ultimately preventing the bullet from causing as much damage as it otherwise could have.

Henry continued: “He’s extremely lucky. A very fortunate young individual because if his chain was not there, the outcome would have been completely different.”

Aiden Perry was rushed to hospital after the shooting (WESH 2 News)

Aiden Perry was rushed to hospital after the shooting (WESH 2 News)

Having learned about the accessory that’s believed to have saved his life, Perry said his faith has grown even stronger.

“It’s just kind of a reminder now – to never stop believing… keep believing and God’s definitely real,” he said.

Speaking to WESH2, Perry held the remains of his necklace and said: “I look at it as a lifesaver. I probably wouldn’t be talking to you guys right now [without it].”

Perry’s dad, who bought his son the necklace as a Christmas present, also credits the family’s faith with helping to prevent Perry from undergoing major damage.

The man accused of shooting Perry was arrested and charged with culpable negligence causing injury.

Featured Image Credit: WESH2

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He even reportedly racked up a $10k bar tab 😯

‘Fake’ Justin Bieber so convincing he tricked entire nightclub and world-famous DJ with ‘wild’ performance

'Fake' Justin Bieber so convincing he tricked entire nightclub and world-famous DJ with 'wild' performance

A guy who resembles Justin Bieber successfully tricked everyone into thinking he was the singer

A DJ has been left red-faced after ‘Justin Bieber’ joined him on stage at a Las Vegas nightclub.

Music-maker Gryffin is thought to have been DJing a set at the Vegas-based nightclub XS when he was told ‘Justin Bieber‘ was in the building and that he wanted to come up on stage and perform with him.

‘Bieber’ then rocked up on stage in a bomber jacket, with his hood up, large sunglasses, and signature baggy jeans with the top of his underpants showing.

Gryffin proceeded to play Bieber’s well-loved track ‘Sorry’ following the request of the singer’s supposed team. The DJ proceeded to announce: “Bieber in the house, y’all!”

However, Gryffin was left extremely surprised to learn that after his set, the ‘Justin Bieber’ that joined him on stage was just someone posing as the ‘DAISIES’ singer.

Whoops.

Videos of the performance have gone viral online, and people’s reactions have been hilarious.

In one video of the guy performing while shirtless shared to TikTok, the poster captioned it: “POV you go clubbing in Vegas and Justin Bieber is performing.”

At the time of writing, this particular clip has been viewed over 345,000 times and sparked dozens of comments.

“That’s Busting Jieber,” one replied, while somebody else said: “I was there last night, I was like that ain’t NO JB.”

Gryffin poked fun at the situation after falling for the impersonation (@gryffin/Instagram)

Gryffin poked fun at the situation after falling for the impersonation (@gryffin/Instagram)

“That’s Dustin Beaver from Temu,” joked a third person.

Others noted how nuts the situation was.

“This is crazy that people really think it’s him to the point they let him perform,” one person pointed out, while someone else questioned: “How’d they let him on stage!?”

A third said: “LOL this s**t is wild.”

“The amount of ppl who are starstruck and clueless LOL. Who let this happen,” added another.

Some reports have suggested that the imposter was paid for the performance, but this doesn’t appear to have been the case.

Somebody rocked up to a Vegas nightclub impersonating Justin Bieber (Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic)

Somebody rocked up to a Vegas nightclub impersonating Justin Bieber (Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic)

In fact, the impersonator in question (believed to be a French guy named Dylan Desclos) has since been banned from the club.

A spokesperson for Wynn and XS Nightclub told TMZ: “After an elaborate and multi-step ruse by him and his advance team, a Justin Bieber impersonator was granted access to the XS stage.

“As soon as the error was recognized, he was removed from the resort and denied future entry.”

UNILAD have also approached the venue for comment.

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Absolutely horrific. RIP sweet angel 💔

Baby girl who died from being left in the back of a hot car ‘for hours’ in San Diego – just two months after being adopted by local gay couple

A tiny baby girl died after being left in the back of a hot car just two months after her adoptive parents took her home as a newborn.

Diana Sofia Aleman Roman was found unresponsive in the SUV outside her parents’ home in Santee, San Diego, about 12.20am on June 13.

She had been left in the car for several hours in 63F weather when a family member found her and called 911. The baby girl was rushed to hospital but did not survive.

San Diego County Sheriff’s Office detectives are investigating how Diana was forgotten in the car and who left her there. No charges have been filed.

Studies show temperature inside a car can rise to 104F in just half an hour on a 70F day, and reach 115F in an hour. The body’s organs begin to shut down at 107F.

Diana’s parents Romer and Jayson De Los Santos took her home on April 11 after flying to Arizona where they met the baby girl in hospital for the first time.

Two-month-old baby girl Diana Sofia De Los Santos, pictured with her father Romer, died after being left in the back of a hot car

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Two-month-old baby girl Diana Sofia De Los Santos, pictured with her father Romer, died after being left in the back of a hot car

Her other father Jayson De Los Santon cradles her in hospital on the day the couple adopted her

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Her other father Jayson De Los Santon cradles her in hospital on the day the couple adopted her

‘I haven’t slept in days,’ Romer wrote next to one of them.

The couple posted a link to an adoption site profile on social media in November, seeking a second child.

‘Our hearts and home are open to providing more love to another amazing child,’ they wrote on the profile.

‘We want our children to grow up full of memories of playing on the beach, building sandcastles, making friends, biking to the park, going on Hawaiian cruises and learning how to raise foster kittens.’

Romer, a senior consultant at Jama Software, and Jayson, a stay-at-home dad since they adopted their son, have been together for more than 20 years.

They tied the knot in 2008 during the few months when same-sex marriage was legal in California before they were again banned by Proposition 8 until 2013.

The SUV that Diana was left inside for several hours out the front of the home in Santee, San Diego, on June 13

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The SUV that Diana was left inside for several hours out the front of the home in Santee, San Diego, on June 13

Adorable photos showed them cradling the infant and introducing her to their two-year-old son, who was also adopted

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Adorable photos showed them cradling the infant and introducing her to their two-year-old son, who was also adopted

The adoption profile described their lives in detail and promised to ‘raise healthy, responsible, and most importantly, kind adults’.

The couple live in a three-bedroom house that has so many animals it is ‘basically a zoo’ with three cats, two dogs, chickens, fish, and a flock of parakeets.

They include a Samoyed named Hero that their son often sleeps on, a west highland white terrier, cats named Shego, Selina, and Puffy, and various foster animals.

Romer is an avid gardener and grows fruit, vegetables, bonsai trees, and flowers in the backyard and Jayson looks after the animals and collects eggs from the chickens.

‘Our house is very popular with our neighbors and their children. They say it’s like a petting zoo… Everybody is so excited to meet our future child,’ they wrote.

The couple wrote that the new baby would have three ‘ready-made best friends’ in three boys aged less than two who lived next door and often played with their son.

‘Seeing how gentle he plays with them we know that he would treasure a little sister or brother, and they will thrive with such a loving big brother,’ they wrote.

The profile explained they both came from big families that often had dinners and parties and went on holiday together.

Diana lies in her crib surrounded by soft toys and a mobile while her big brother looks on

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Diana lies in her crib surrounded by soft toys and a mobile while her big brother looks on

Romer, a senior consultant at Jama Software, and Jayson, a stay-at-home dad since they adopted their son, have been together for more than 20 years

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Romer, a senior consultant at Jama Software, and Jayson, a stay-at-home dad since they adopted their son, have been together for more than 20 years

Romer and Jayson took her home on April 11 after flying to Arizona where they met baby Diana in hospital for the first time

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Romer and Jayson took her home on April 11 after flying to Arizona where they met baby Diana in hospital for the first time

Romer and Jayson promised the birth parents could visit the child and see as many photos as they wanted.

‘We admire the courage it takes for you to search for just the right family for the new life you are carrying. We recognize that it is not a decision to be taken lightly and understand that love is the source of your selfless act,’ they wrote.

‘We believe we’re not only adopting a child, but also opening our hearts to a whole new family.’

A neighbor told DailyMail.com the couple seemed like good parents and were often seen playing outside with their children.

‘They seem like a nice family who wanted to give a couple of kids a good life, it’s just a shame it didn’t turn out that way,’ they said.

Paramedics rushed to the scene after 911 was called and tried to save Diana, who was rushed to Sharp Grossmont Hospital, where she died.

Neighbors said the ambulance came and left within a few minutes, and doorbell camera footage showed the late-night emergency response.

The county Medical Examiner’s Office will determine the cause and manner of death.

Neighbors said the ambulance came and left within a few minutes, and doorbell camera footage showed the late-night emergency response

Neighbors said the ambulance came and left within a few minutes, and doorbell camera footage showed the late-night emergency response

The couple live in a three-bedroom house that has so many animals it is 'basically a zoo' with three cats, two dogs, chickens, fish, and a flock of parakeets

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The couple live in a three-bedroom house that has so many animals it is ‘basically a zoo’ with three cats, two dogs, chickens, fish, and a flock of parakeets

About 37 children die from being left in a hot car every year across the US, including at least 56 in California since 1998, according to statistics by San Jose State University Adjunct Professor of Meteorology Jan Null for No Heat Stroke.

Texas and Florida had by far the most deaths with 142 and 110, and the hot South and South West had the most per capita.

Children can’t regulate their temperature as efficiently as adults and their body temperatures warm up three to five times faster.

Heatstroke sets in when body temperature reaches 104F and organs begin to shut down at 107F.

Temperatures inside a car can rise to 104F in just half an hour on a 70F day, and reach 115F in an hour. On a 95F day it would get to 140F in an hour.

Cracking the window only reduces the temperature by about 3F.

Romer is an avid gardener and grows fruit, vegetables, bonsai trees, and flowers in the backyard and Jayson looks after the animals and collects eggs from the chickens

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Romer is an avid gardener and grows fruit, vegetables, bonsai trees, and flowers in the backyard and Jayson looks after the animals and collects eggs from the chickens

Romer explained they both came from big families that often had dinners and parties and went on holiday together

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Romer explained they both came from big families that often had dinners and parties and went on holiday together

California law imposes a $100 fine on anyone who lives a child under six in a car ‘where there are conditions that present a significant risk to the child’s health or safety’.

‘Never leave your child alone in a car even for a second to dash into a store or to run a quick errand,’ police said.

‘Summer routines can shift unexpectedly. Even the best parents can forget a quiet or sleeping child is in the backseat of a car.’

Police can also level various charges from neglect to manslaughter depending on what harm comes to the child.

However, parents who mistakenly believe their children were not in the car are often not charged as the pain of losing a child is considered punishment enough.

Some prosecutors still charge parents with manslaughter and many have gone to jail.

As difficult as it is to imagine forgetting your child in a car, experts explain that parents often function on autopilot and lose awareness that a child is there.

Statistics show wide variability in race, socioeconomics, and occupations of parents who fatally left their children in vehicles, suggesting it can happen to anyone.

About 37 children die from being left in a hot car every year across the US, including at least 56 in California since 1998. Texas and Florida had by far the most deaths with 142 and 110

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About 37 children die from being left in a hot car every year across the US, including at least 56 in California since 1998. Texas and Florida had by far the most deaths with 142 and 110

The hot South and South West had the most child car deaths per capita

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The hot South and South West had the most child car deaths per capita

Cases were rare before the 1990s when parents were advised to put young children in the back seat as their airbag could kill them in an accident.

But this had the unintended consequence of making children strapped into car seats much easier to forget, and even more with rear-facing seats for infants.

No Heat Stroke suggested putting a soft toy in the front seat to remind you there was a child in the car, or putting items you need in the back seat next to the child.

Vehicles should also be locked at all times and keys kept out of reach to stop curious children climbing in and getting locked inside.

‘Teach children that vehicles are never to be used as a play area, and that if they can’t get out of the rear doors, to try the front doors and failing that, to honk the horn to get the attention of others,’ it said.

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He’s calling people out after details of his private parts were made public.

Pete Davidson issues important message after Ariana Grande exposed size of his manhood

 Saturday Night Live comedian Pete Davidson dated Ariana Grande in 2021, before going on to enjoy a brief romance with Kim Kardashian

Seven years on from a comment ex-girlfriend Ariana Grande made about his anatomy, and Pete Davidson is speaking out against double-standards in Hollywood.

For those in need of a reminder, the big-name couple enjoyed a whirlwind romance back in 2018, during which they got together, got engaged and broke up within the year.

During their short-lived relationship, however, fans could see that the pair were head over heels for one another – with singer Grande, now 32, writing several songs about 31-year-old comedian Davidson, and the couple even getting matching tattoos.

What did Ariana Grande say about Pete Davidson’s manhood?

Another viral moment, however, saw the ‘Thank U, Next’ star commenting on their sex life, after being asked by a fan on X (formerly Twitter), ‘How long is Pete’, in reference to the length of a song she’d dedicated to him.

Grande then quipped back: “Like 10 inches? …. Oh f**k …. I mean … like a lil over a minute.”

Ariana Grande described Pete Davidson as being '10 inches' long (Nicholas Hunt/Getty Images for MTV)

Ariana Grande described Pete Davidson as being ’10 inches’ long (Nicholas Hunt/Getty Images for MTV)

Despite the joke being made whilst the couple were together, in the years since, Davidson has condemned it on several occasions.

Once, as part of his Netflix special Alive from New York, he referenced Grande’s height of five-feet-three-inches, adding: “I don’t like that she talked all that sh*t for my penis. Everything is huge to her.

“Why would she tell everyone that I have a huge penis? So that every girl who sees my d**k for the rest of my life is disappointed.”

Why did it go so viral?

Another of the funny-man’s exes, Kim Kardashian, kept his hefty reputation afloat years later, gloating about his so called ‘BDE’ (or big d**k energy) during their brief 2021 romance.

During an episode of The Kardashiansthe reality TV star discussed how they met, telling fans: “I wasn’t even thinking, ‘Oh my God, I’m gonna be in a relationship with him.’ I was just thinking like, ‘Heard about this BDE [big d**k energy], need to get out there’.”

Kardashian made a similar comment about Davidson years later (Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

Kardashian made a similar comment about Davidson years later (Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

What important message has Pete Davidson now issued?

As we say, however, almost eight years on from Grande’s initial crude comment, Davidson has once again issued a pretty emotional statement on the matter, imploring with both fans and the media to stop obsessing over his anatomy.

Appearing on the Breakfast Club podcast last week, the SNL star began by discussing the harsh realities of dating in the spotlight, claiming his love life often impacted his early comedy career.

“I brought a lot of pop culture into the show and I made it sort of a tabloid-y, trendy thing and I was embarrassed by it,” he began. “Nobody talked about any of the work I was doing, they were like, ‘Oh that’s the fuck stick.’ That hurt.

“After a year or two, everybody [on the cast] saw how sad and embarrassed i was…nobody was ever outright mean, but it was sort of like…”.

Podcast host Charlamagne tha God then jumped in, asking Davidson what he had to be embarrassed about, and referencing that he was ‘banging a lot of chicks and had a 10-inch penis’.

Davidson has since issued an emotional plea (Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty Images)

Davidson has since issued an emotional plea (Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty Images)

It was then that the star responded with an important message.

“On paper, that sounds great,” he explained. “But it’s embarrassing. Because it’s Hollywood — everybody f**ks everyone. Everyone dates everyone. Why are they focusing on me?

“I’m not Glen Powell handsome. I’m just a dude who tells d**k jokes that is a drug addict. It had nothing to do with comedy.”

Davidson went on to explain: “But also, that stuff affects relationships… I don’t want to victimise myself in any way – because I’m cool – but the sexualization of me… If [I] was a girl, there would be a march for it. Seriously.

“You’re talking about my d**k all day? People do that on the Internet to, like, Sydney Sweeney or whoever, [but] there’s no radio hosts or news people…they don’t talk about girls like [that in major media outlets].

“[This] was professional. It was pointed out in the street.”

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The consequences could be extreme 😳

Animal rescue sends urgent warning to anyone thinking about helping squirrels infected by disturbing parasite

The rescue center in Virginia regularly sends out warnings as squirrels are seen collecting food

An animal rescue center in the US has cautioned anyone who might be tempted to try and help squirrels with ‘unusual looking skin lumps’, warning it’s likely the result of a parasite.

Just days after rabbits with so-called ‘tentacles’ growing out of their heads were spotted in the US, Americans have to prepare for another sight: swollen squirrels.

We’re not just talking about a creature that’s eaten a few too many nuts and seeds here, but rather one covered with lumps and bumps, often protruding out from their fur.

Over the last few years, the non-profit organization Evelyn’s Wildlife Refuge in Virginia has issued annual warnings to Facebook users in the fast-approaching autumn months, explaining that squirrels may have these lumps because they are unknowingly carrying a parasite which ‘tunnels through the flesh, causing swollen protrusions’.

Botflies cause obvious protrusions on the squirrel's body (Getty Stock Photo)

Botflies cause obvious protrusions on the squirrel’s body (Getty Stock Photo)

This parasite is known as a botfly, which refers to any fly in the Oestridae family.

Squirrels are some of the most ‘visible’ hosts, Evelyn Wildlife Refuge explains; however, other animals, including dogs, cats, raccoons, rabbits, and chipmunks, may also be infested with bot flies.

The animals become infected when they come into contact with a botfly egg, which then attaches itself to its fur and hatches larvae which burrow under the skin or, in some cases, through the nose or mouth.

Once inside the host, the larvae begin to grow, resulting in the protrusions visible on the skin. When the botfly is finished growing, it pops out of the lump and falls to the ground, where it buries itself in soil before emerging as an adult.

All sounds pretty horrendous, right? Well, the good news is that botflies don’t usually kill their hosts. However, Evelyn’s has warned that only skilled experts should attempt to remove bots.

Evelyn's Wildlife Rescue urged people not to help infected squirrels (Facebook/Evelyn's Wildlife Rescue)

Evelyn’s Wildlife Rescue urged people not to help infected squirrels (Facebook/Evelyn’s Wildlife Rescue)

In its most recent post, the rescue center said: “Something that is VERY important. Only skilled rehabbers or vets should attempt to extract bots. If the larvae’s body is compromised inside the host, anaphylactic shock and possible death is possible. These guys have something like legs that will “dig in” the host in an effort to prevent removal. Caution should still be exercised during removal even if the bot is dead.”

Evelyn’s also shared a picture of a squirrel with squirrel pox to identify the difference between the two health issues, with squirrel pox often passed between squirrels at feeders and causing smaller bumps on the body of the squirrel before clearing up on its own in time.

Featured Image Credit: Facebook/evelynswildliferefuge

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It comes after Trump claimed Putin wants 'to make a deal'.

NATO jets scrambled after Russia attacks Ukraine with hundreds of drones just hours after Zelenskyy and Trump meeting

NATO jets scrambled after Russia attacks Ukraine with hundreds of drones just hours after Zelenskyy and Trump meeting

One of the key takeaways from the meeting at the White House was that Putin and Zelenskyy could be having face-to-face discussions

Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a large-scale aerial attack of Ukraine just hours after its President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had concluded his meeting with President Donald Trump.

As the 79-year-old POTUS continues on his mission of bringing the war in Eastern Europe to an end, his 72-year-old Russian counterpart has shown a complete disregard to the Republican’s hopes for peace.

With Putin aware of the White House summit that 47-year-old Zelenskyy had attended alongside major European leaders yesterday (August 18), Russian forces are believed to have fired 270 drones, five cruise missiles and five Iskander-M ballistic missiles.

That is according to the Ukrainian air force who highlighted that the majority of them were intercepted.

“According to preliminary data, as of 09.00 [local time], 236 air targets were shot down/crushed by the air defense: 230 Shahed type BPLA enemies and drones-imitators of different types; 2 Iskander-M ballistic missiles; 4 winged X-101 missiles,” the force posted on Facebook.

President Donald Trump greets Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House ahead of meeting with European leaders (Alex Wong/Getty Images)

President Donald Trump greets Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House ahead of meeting with European leaders (Alex Wong/Getty Images)

Now, a NATO nation has confirmed fighter jets from two member-countries were scrambled following the attacks – which Ukraine understands came from the Russian occupied Crimea, as well as neighboring regions in Russia itself – Voronezh, Rostov, Primorsko-Akhtarsk, Millerovo and Kursk.

Taking to social media, the Polish military alerted its residents that Polish Armed Forces were deployed as a precaution to protect the country from any attack.

“On the night of August 18 to 19, 2025, the long-range aviation of the Russian Federation once again launched missile attacks on Ukrainian territory,” it wrote.

“To ensure the safety of Polish airspace, the Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces has activated all necessary procedures. Polish and allied aircraft have begun operations, and ground-based air defense and radar reconnaissance systems have reached the highest state of readiness.”

A burned-out building of Sumy University remains after a Russian airstrike, in Sumy, Ukraine, yesterday (Francisco Richart Barbeira/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

A burned-out building of Sumy University remains after a Russian airstrike, in Sumy, Ukraine, yesterday (Francisco Richart Barbeira/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

It went on to note that jets from Sweden’s air force ‘helped ensure safety in Polish skies tonight’, with some being stationed in Poland.

During yesterday’s meeting, Trump is understood to have paused the meeting for as much as 40 minutes as he phoned Putin to try and arrange a face-to-face meeting between Zelenskyy and himself.

It was the main takeaway from the meeting as the Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov noted it would be ‘worthwhile’ for the pair to sit down, and it’s thought Trump will be involved in the meeting.

In hot mic audio shared by CBS News, Trump says: “I think he wants to make a deal for me, as crazy as it sounds.”

‘He’ is thought to be Putin.

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How To Prevent and Treat Blackheads (Removal Video) - Acne Tips

How To Prevent and Treat Blackheads (Removal Video Below) – Acne Tips

How To Prevent and Treat Blackheads (Removal Video) - Acne Tips
How To Prevent and Treat Blackheads (Removal Video) – Acne Tips

What Are Blackheads and What Causes Them?

Blackheads are a mild type of blemish that develops when dead skin cells and oil build up within pores. The contents of the clogged pores darken, or oxidize, when exposed to the air, making the blemish look like a black or brown speck on the skin.I Because the color of blackheads comes from oxidation (not dirt), blackheads can only occur within open pores; oil and bacteria trapped within closed pores are known as whiteheads. Blackheads typically develop on the face’s oiliest areas, including the forehead, nose, and chin (otherwise known as the T-zone).

Several factors can make you more susceptible to blackheads. For example, your skin type plays a huge role in how likely you are to develop blackheads. Those with oily skin are more prone to developing blemishes because their skin produces more pore-clogging sebum. Other factors that can cause or worsen blackheads include genetics, lifestyle, and environmental factors, including sun exposure.

Can You Prevent Blackheads?

Prevention is a tricky word in skincare because it’s absolute. The reality is, there is no way to definitively prevent any type of skin concern. You can, however, take steps to reduce the risk factors. Read on for our top tips, but keep in mind these aren’t one-and-done treatments; they are steps you should incorporate into your skincare routine regularly to help prevent blackheads on the face.

How To Reduce The Risk of Blackheads Tip #1:

Use a Mask To Absorb Excess Oil

Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Mask

Skincare products designed to reduce oil on the face can help keep clogged pores, and therefore blackheads, at bay. We recommend Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Mask, which contains absorbent Amazonian white clay. This top-selling mask draws out impurities, such as dirt and sebum, from within the pores. In fact, it’s clinically demonstrated to reduce the skin’s surface oil production by 46.7 percent in just one use.* Over time, it also helps refine skin texture and minimize the appearance of enlarged pores.

How To Reduce The Risk of Blackheads Tip #2:

Balance Your Skin With Toner

Blue Astringent Herbal Lotion

Using a toner can help keep skin balanced and hydrated. For oily or blemish-prone skin, we recommend Blue Astringent Herbal Lotion. This unique formula (first formulated in 1964) features a blend of sodium PCA, menthol, and refreshing camphor. It helps balance and soothe oily skin after cleansing. The toner can be used as a spot treatment, but we recommend applying it all over oily areas to help prevent blackheads and keep the skin refreshed and healthy-looking.

How To Reduce The Risk of Blackheads Tip #3:

Use Non-Comedogenic Products

For the unfamiliar, “non-comedogenic” means a product won’t clog pores. If you have oily or blemish-prone skin, it’s a good idea to avoid heavy treatments or topical oils that aren’t explicitly labeled non-comedogenic to avoid clogging pores and worsening breakouts.V That said, it’s still crucial to moisturize in order to keep your skin’s moisture barrier healthy and functioning at its best.

We recommend using an oil-free moisturizer, such as Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream. This oil-free cream contains a blend of effective, non-comedogenic ingredients, including glacial glycoprotein and desert plant extract. The formula deeply hydrates the skin with lasting, 24-hour hydration. It has a lightweight feel and absorbs quickly for a hydrated, refreshed appearance.

How Do You Get Rid Of Blackheads?

If you have acne-prone skin, you’ve likely considered squeezing blackheads to remove them. Don’t. Popping blackheads—or any other type of blemish, for that matter—can cause post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and lead to stubborn post-blemish marks and scars.VI Instead, follow our tips below to help clear blackheads when they occur (and help stop more from forming).

How To Get Rid of Blackheads Tip #1:

Exfoliate All Over

Exfoliating helps clear the skin of dead skin cells and other debris, which results in smoother skin and fewer clogged pores. We recommend reaching for a product containing a chemical exfoliant such as salicylic acid (a type of beta-hydroxy acid). Salicylic acid can dissolve in oil, so it’s very effective at clearing clogged pores.IV

You’ll find this powerful ingredient in Blue Herbal Acne Cleanser Treatment. The foaming daily face wash helps thoroughly cleanse pores and reduce the appearance of blackheads and whiteheads. With regular use, it also helps prevent new blemishes from forming.

How To Get Rid of Blackheads Tip #2:

Hydrate Your Skin

If your skin is naturally oily, you may be hesitant to moisturize out of fear that doing so will only exacerbate the problem. But in reality, the opposite is true. Research shows that skin produces more oil when it’s dry, likely in an attempt to keep the skin’s natural moisture barrier hydrated.VII Moisturizing regularly can help reduce the dryness leading to excess oil production. Of course, it’s crucial to find the right moisturizer for your skin type to avoid further breakouts or irritation.

We recommend Breakout Control Acne Treatment Facial Lotion to help clear blackheads and prevent new ones from forming. This daily moisturizer features niacinamide (a.k.a. vitamin B3), aloe vera, and 1.5% salicylic acid. Use it daily to help visibly reduce blemishes and improve skin texture for clearer, more even-looking skin.

How To Get Rid of Blackheads Tip #3:

Treat Problem Areas

For stubborn blackheads or to treat larger problem areas, reach for a spot treatment, such as Blue Herbal Spot Treatment. This effective formula contains salicylic acid, frankincense, and ginger root extract. The potent spot treatment targets blemish-prone areas and helps minimize active breakouts, including blackheads and whiteheads. It’s our go-to treatment for diminishing blackheads and promoting clearer, more comfortable skin.

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She's eyed up a new challenge, watch out Taylor

Bonnie Blue thinks she can steal Travis Kelce from Taylor Swift for one reason

Bonnie Blue

Bonnie Blue has her sights set on Travis Kelce(Image: Supplied)

Bonnie Blue has set her eyes on a new challenge — stealing away the guy on the Chiefs.

“I quite like Taylor Swift’s boyfriend, I think he’s quite hot,” she said. Bonnie added that she thinks Travis is “quite good with his hands as well.”

New Heights podcast

Taylor Swift announced her next album on the podcast(Image: INSTAGRAM)

At the time, she expressed her hope that the Chiefs would lose the Super Bowl to the Philadelphia Eagles—which ended up happening—but only because she wanted Travis to be angry. Bonnie said that she hoped Travis would “be more angry he lost, and I think it’ll give him more adrenaline in the bedroom, so I’m actually voting for the Eagles.”

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Bonnie didn’t mince words after she was asked if she thought she could steal Travis away from the Love Story singer. “100%. We’re both blonde. She sings, and I have all the talent. So I say I would win over Taylor Swift,” Bonnie proclaimed.

Bonnie Blue

Bonnie said she ‘had the talent’ compared to Taylor Swift(Image: bonniieblue_xoxo/TikTok)

Later in the interview, Bonnie doubled down on her love for Travis, saying that if she had to film X-rated content with any celebrity, it would be the athlete. She remarked, “I guess next up is gonna have to be Taylor Swift’s boyfriend,” she said. I think he’s next on the hit list.”

While Bonnie has her sights on Travis, she’s also not on the hunt for a beau. “It’s obviously not that I’m anti-men because I’m not in the slightest, but more so in no rush to date,” she said.

“I think that when I do date, it will be one of my subscribers or fans because they’re who I connect with the most and get along with and they give me zero judgment,” she added, “So I’m not on any dating apps I’m just waiting for someone in my queue who comes along.”

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They’ve found a major issue with it

Taylor Swift’s new album cover sparks controversy as some critics call her out

The ‘Bad Blood’ singer has finally revealed the cover art for her upcoming The Life of a Showgirl album

Swifties have been sent into an absolute spiral this week on account of all the latest Taylor Swift updates.

The 35-year-old ‘Cruel Summer’ singer has ‘broken the internet‘ after it was revealed by her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, that she would be appearing on his New Heights podcast in today’s episode (14 August).

She’s also sparked a number of fan theories when it comes to her upcoming album – the cover of which she debuted for the very first time in today’s podcast.

And, while many Taylor fans are absolutely obsessed with the long-anticipated reveal, a bunch of critics have since rushed to social media to call her out for it.

Taylor Swift has finally revealed the cover art for her upcoming album titled The Life of a Showgirl (New Heights)

Taylor Swift has finally revealed the cover art for her upcoming album titled The Life of a Showgirl (New Heights)

Now, the Grammy award-winning artist’s upcoming 12th studio album is titled The Life of a Showgirl, and it has the cover art to match the whole ‘showgirl’ theme.

The album follows the mint and orange colour theme with the title appearing in an orange, glittery text framing. Taylor can be seen partially submerged in water donning a diamonté brassiere with embellished detailing going down her torso.

The Life of a Showgirl will tell the story of ‘everything that was going on behind the curtain’ during her Eras tour, Taylor explained to fans.

Taylor's dressed as a Las Vegas-style showgirl in the album cover art (Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott)

Taylor’s dressed as a Las Vegas-style showgirl in the album cover art (Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott)

The album features a total of 12 tracks: ‘The Fate of Ophelia’, ‘Elizabeth Taylor’, ‘Opalite’, ‘Father Figure’, ‘Eldest Daughter’, ‘Ruin the Friendship’, ‘Actually Romantic’, ‘Wi$h Li$t’, ‘Wood’, ‘Cancelled!’, ‘Honey’ and the titular ‘The Life of a Showgirl’, featuring Sabrina Carpenter.

Explaining why she posed in a bathtub for the shoot, the ‘Bad Blood’ hit-maker shared: “My day ends with me in a bathtub, not usually in a bedazzled dress.

“I wanted to glamorise all the different aspects of how that tour felt.”

While the majority of fans loved the concept, some critics hit out over Taylor's outfit choices (Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott)

While the majority of fans loved the concept, some critics hit out over Taylor’s outfit choices (Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott)

Despite the avalanche of praise and hype online, a few internet users pointed out their qualms with the cover art.

One critic penned: “I thought this was a crime scene photo.”

“Somebody please explain this idea of photography,” questioned a second, while a third piped up: “Looks like a poster for Showtime’s attempt at adult TV.”

A fourth slammed: “Put some freaking clothes on!”

The album features 12 tracks and is set to drop 3 October (Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott)

The album features 12 tracks and is set to drop 3 October (Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott)

“Does singing have to include nudity?” chirped another. “Asking for a friend.”

And a final critic bizarrely declared: “What happens in her bedroom is no longer a secret.”

Like it or lump it, the album is quite literally called ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ so it shouldn’t be that much of a surprise that Taylor is, in fact, dressed up in typical showgirl attire?

The Life of a Showgirl will be released on 3 October.

Featured Image Credit: Republic Records

 

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