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Olympics star reveals selling photos of herself on OnlyFans has ‘changed my life completely’ with lucrative rewards

OLYMPIC speed skater Alexandra Ianculescu has revealed sharing photos on OnlyFans has “changed my life completely”.

The Romanian-Canadian, 32, competed in the women’s 500 metre event at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

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Alexandra Ianculescu has taken to OnlyFans following her speed skating retirement
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She is charging £15.30 per month for fans to view her content
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Ianculescu competed at the 2018 Winter Olympic Games
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She has since turned to road and track cycling
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She retired from the sport three years ago and has taken up cycling on both the road and track.

Ianculsecu’s ambition is to earn a second Olympic appearance in her new discipline.

But while her long-term goal is to make it to the Games in Los Angeles in 2028, she is also charging £15.30 per month for access to her OnlyFans content.

And last month she explained to her 320,000 Instagram followers why she opted to start working on the website.

She said: “Why OnlyFans? I thought it would be appropriate to share this post again since I get asked about it all the time.

“Let’s start with some negative aspects. The thing is that the world will always judge you, no matter what you do. 

“Regardless of the topic, you are either too much or too little, too fat or too thin, too weird or boring.

“Fortunately, I found out at a very young age that I will always do things my way.”

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The Romanian-Canadian regularly shares photos on Instagram
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She has more than 300,000 followers on social media
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Ianculescu has claimed OnlyFans has ‘changed my life completely’
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She has hit back at critics of her decision to join OnlyFans
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She went on to add: “In 2021, I decided to open this account because I kept getting so many “likes” on bikini photos and people were suggesting that I sell them on this platform. I thought it was the biggest joke.

“I didn’t want to be seen as someone who was known for selling ‘bikini photos’ considering that I have worked so hard as an athlete, worked hard for my education, speak multiple languages ​​and really love the image of myself that I have created and respected. 

“My life changed completely for the better after my first month there. 

“I now enjoy training full-time, being able to afford the equipment I need, my dream bikes, saving for other goals in life and being able to enjoy it in a way where I don’t have to sacrifice my sporting life to have three part-time jobs like I used to do while chasing my Olympic dreams.”

Ianculsecu also challenged critics of her decisions by insisting she does not care about those judging her.

She said: “You can put me in a box because you don’t know me. And that’s okay. I know myself and the people that matter to me know how I am like.

“The comments don’t offend me because it’s a path I chose. For now.

“So… don’t be shy and come say hi.”

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Ianculescu has shared some revealing photos on social media
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She often receives positive messages on Instagram
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Terry Bradshaw interrupts Michael Strahan before leaving Fox NFL Sunday panel confused as fans call for him to retire

TERRY Bradshaw’s latest appearance on Fox NFL Sunday has some fans questioning if it is time for him to retire.

Bradshaw dropped a joke on Sunday that had his cohosts wondering what exactly he was talking about.

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Terry Bradshaw made a joke about Strahan’s induction[/caption]

As Fox NFL Sunday opened up during Week 5, Michael Strahan made it known that he was being inducted into his alma mater’s hall of fame.

Strahan went to the HBCU Texas Southern University, where he set record and won awards before being drafted by the New York Giants.

He set the school record for sacks in a season with 19, and was named the SWAC Defensive Player of the Year twice.

Strahan informed his cohosts of the honor as the show started on Sunday, but he was quickly interrupted by Terry Bradshaw joking that he too went to the school.

“I gotta say thank you to Texas Southern University for putting me in the Hall of Fame on Friday night,” Strahan said.

He got a round of applause from his cohosts before Bradshaw chimed in to make his joke.

“That is not true. I went in,” Bradshaw said.

“You didn’t go to Texas Southern,” Strahan replied.

“I think I did,” Bradshaw quickly fired back.

Strahan kept his composure during the joke, and calmly delivered a line that got the rest of the Fox NFL Sunday crew laughing and moving on to the next segment.

“We would have known, you would have stood out,” he said.

Strahan’s induction into the Texas Southern hall of fame is no joking matter, as he is the first to receive the honor since 1996.

The fact that Bradshaw joked about the induction irked some fans, and many called him out for it.

Some fans think it is time for Bradshaw to retire, as many of his jokes this season have been misplaced and leaving people confused.

“Terry Bradshaw and Jimmy Johnson have been Retired-In-Place for years and just cashing Fox Sports checks. Time to update that crew,” one fan said.

NFL important dates

August 1 - Hall of Fame Game - Houston Texans vs Chicago Bears

August 8 – Pre-season begins

August 27 – Deadline for 53-man rosters

September 1 – Final day of pre-season

September 5 – Season opener – Baltimore Ravens vs Kansas City Chiefs

November 5 – Trade deadline

January 5 – Week 18 of regular-season

January 11 – Playoffs begin

February 9 – Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, Louisiana

“I really think it’s time for him to retire. I say this and I’ve got so, so, so much love for Terry Bradshaw. He’s been like a ‘Sunday Dad’ for 25 years of my life. But, it’s just time,” another fan said.

“Terry Bradshaw is so overrated,” a third fan said.

“I watched the Fox NFL post-game show earlier and Terry Bradshaw is getting so old,” a fourth fan said.

“Whoever thinks it’s a good idea to keep throwing the slurring mess that is Terry Bradshaw on TV needs to be fired,” a fifth fan said.

Bradshaw has been a member of Fox NFL Sunday for 30 years.

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My soul left my body as doctors revealed our unborn baby boy’s devastating diagnosis – but I refuse to give up on him

A MUM felt her “soul leave her body” as she was told of her unborn baby’s devastating diagnosis.

Madysen Wilcox experienced spotting when she was six weeks along, with doctors initially fearing she’d had a miscarriage.

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Madysen Wilcox, 29, experienced spotting six weeks into her third pregnancy[/caption]
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Madysen and her husband Darrin, 34, were shocked to hear third baby had alobar holoprosencephaly[/caption]
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The couple initially decided to terminate Madysen’s pregnancy but then decided to carry baby Charlie full term[/caption]

Just a few weeks later, the 29-year-old mum was “blindsided” by a another devastating blow.

Madysen her husband, Darin, 34, were left dumbstruck when they were told that their baby’s brain had failed to form properly.

The mum-of-two, from Smithfield, Utah, USA, was so shocked by the diagnosis that she felt like she was undergoing an out-of-body experience.

She said: “Looking back on the day when we got the diagnosis, it felt like my soul left my body and I was watching myself react to the news.

“The ultrasound tech was very quiet for what felt like forever as she was looking at Charlie’s brain and heart.

“She then left to go get the doctor and he came in and told us the diagnosis.

“As soon as I heard it, it was at that moment, my soul left my body.

“The doctor told us the news, that his brain never formed into two hemispheres and his heart had some major defects as well. And that the diagnosis was fatal.”

Her unborn son, named Charlie, was diagnosed with Alobar Holoprosencephaly, a birth defect that means a baby’s brain doesn’t form properly or separate into right and left hemispheres.

The brain is normally divided into two halves, but they remain in contact and communication through nerve fibres.

The division allows the brain to process several pieces of information and perform several actions at once.

When your brain doesn’t divide properly in development, as in Holoprosencephaly, it causes several physical and neurological issues.

The condition is estimated to affect every one in 7,500 births, according to the NHS.

Many babies with the condition don’t survive full term.

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She said carrying Charlie had brought the family closer[/caption]
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The couple already share two children[/caption]
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Madysen said the family was preparing themselves ‘for every outcome’[/caption]

Madysen and Darin were faced with an “impossible decision” as they were offered two options by doctors: either to terminate the pregnancy or to see it through.

After continuously switching between the two options, the couple at first decided to terminate the pregnancy immediately as they didn’t want their unborn son to suffer any longer.

But Madysen and her husband – who are devout Christians – soon felt this wasn’t the right decision for them.

The mum chose to carry baby Charlie to term, saying the decision helped bring the family closer together.

Madysen already share two children together, Hayvn, six, and Harvey, three. They aren’t sure how long Charlie will survive once he’s born.

Reflecting on her ordeal, Madysen explained: “We had been trying to get pregnant for almost a year and we finally found out we were pregnant in February 2024.

“We started to have some complications when I was about six weeks pregnant.

“I started having some spotting and bleeding and the doctors initially suspected a miscarriage.

What is holoprosencephaly?

There are three main types of holoprosencephaly:

  • Alobar holoprosencephaly: This type means the fetal brain hasn’t divided into two hemispheres at all. It’s usually associated with severe facial deformities. Babies with this type of HPE are often stillborn or die shortly after birth.
  • Semilobar holoprosencephaly: This type means the fetal brain has partially divided into two hemispheres.
  • Lobar holoprosencephaly: This type means most of the fetal brain has separated into two hemispheres, but there’s an incomplete division of the two halves. This is the least severe form of oloprosencephaly.

Source: Cleveland Clinic

“My whole world felt like it was crashing down, and I was suffocating.

“It was all hitting me that we had just been told our baby will not survive.

“We went into that appointment suspecting Down Syndrome, not a fatal diagnosis.

“It was the last thing we ever expected to hear. The rest of that day, I just couldn’t stop crying, the tears felt like they would never stop.”

Madysen said that carrying Charlie full term had brought her and Darin closer together and helped her connect with other mums going through similar situations.

“Looking back, I can clearly see God’s hand in our lives and how he nudged us along to make the best decision for our family.

“Carrying Charlie has blessed me in more ways than I can count.

“He has brought me and Darin closer as a couple, he has brought us closer as a family.

“He’s also helped me connect with so many other wonderful mums who have been through something similar.”

But the mum still describes her pregnancy with Charlie as a “roller-coaster”.

Madysen said: “The roller coaster of emotions throughout this process has been exhausting.

“Prior to finding out Charlie’s official diagnosis, there were days where doctors told us things looked great and that everything was fine, then there were days where they were very concerned and we had to anxiously wait for test results, not knowing anything, and anticipating the worst.”

The mum is preparing herself for the agonising possibility of having to say goodbye to Charlie soon after he is born.

“Since his diagnosis is so rare, everything is a case-by-case scenario.

“So, we really have no idea how long he will live. We have had to prepare ourselves for every outcome basically.

“The hardest part with that is knowing we could meet him and immediately have to say goodbye.

“I was pregnant at the same time as two of my best friends this year and seeing them take home their healthy babies has been excruciating.”

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Meet Power Slap star Sheena Bathory, who broke a breast implant in training and wants to fight at a Misfits Boxing event

THERE are few more brutal sports in the world right now than Power Slap.

Leading the charge is glam Hungarian beauty, Franciska Szabo – better known as Sheena Bathory.

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Franciska Szabo – better known as Sheena Bathory – is taking the world of Power Slap by storm[/caption]
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Bathory’s reactions to getting struck in Power Slap have caused a stir online
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Bathory also suffered a terrible injury when her breast implant broke[/caption]

She went viral when a clip of her taking a vicious slap from fellow MMA rival Christine Wolmarans made her barely flinch, and responded by blowing a kiss at her opponent.

Incredibly, it was watched over 136 million views – making her more popular than Taylor Swift online.

It hasn’t been all plain sailing, especially since Bathory broke her breast implant in training back in September.

However, she has set her sights on the Misfits Boxing world – having started boxing training – and wants to take on current champ Julia Poca.

Speaking exclusively to SunSport, Bathory said: “I have always followed Misfits Boxing.

“There are obviously so many beautiful women who compete who show their badass side.

“I can relate to boxing. It’s something knew in my life, but I was grappler and wrestled, so it would be challenging.

“It’s important for me to also keep my feminine side.

“Being a badass and being sexy, I think Misfits Boxing does that very well and I’d love to be a part of that.”

Training

Former MMA fighter Bathory also used to wrestle, so she’s battle hardened when it comes to a tough training regime.

But, preparing for a Power Slap contest requires different preparation.

She said: “I work out with rubber bands to practice my arm swing and slap, that helped me a lot.

“For my jaw line I have a jaw exerciser that I bite down on too.

“The neck is very important, but because of my MMA training, which involves wrestling and kickboxing training, I get hit many times and that helps to make me physically stronger.”

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Hungarian fighter Bathory loves competes wrestling[/caption]
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Bathory is also trained in kickboxing and judo – competing in MMA[/caption]

Burst breast implant

Last month, though, Bathory was floored by a horror injury when her breast implant broke during a particularly aggressive training session.

She explained: “It happened in a rough training camp in Budapest.

“My sparring partner didn’t hold back, and I had a few kicks to my breasts.

“When you are on the floor and training, you don’t really realise the pain because it’s constant.

“The next day I saw some bruising above one of my breasts, and I felt some inflammation in my body.

“I went for blood work, and my results were very high.

“A friend, who was an MMA fighter, said to me I had to do an MRI on my breast in case it got damaged.

Power Slap is incresingly popular but hugely controversial

By Jack Figg

Power Slap is UFC boss Dana White’s newest and potentially most dangerous venture yet. 

The American MMA promoter helped the UFC go from struggling business bought for just $2m to a global powerhouse now worth over $20BILLION

But White’s passion has now shifted across to his new Power Slap league – where defenceless opponents withstand blows to the brain. 

Doctors are outraged and have warned it MUST be banned before disaster strikes. 

Chris Nowinski, a Harvard Ph.D. and former wrestler, claimed participants ‘may never be the same’ after taking the repeated blows to the head. 

But White has remained unfazed and shared Power Slap’s huge social media numbers with clips soaring into the millions of views. 

And he remarkably said: “This will be the biggest sport in the world. This will be bigger than the UFC. This will be bigger than the UFC.” 

White helped catapult MMA into a mainstream sport but only time will tell if lightning will strike twice with Power Slap. 

Sometimes, actually, my huge breasts were making it difficult for my boxing because I couldn’t keep my arms down!”

“Incredibly, the right one implant was smashed to pieces. It got into my blood, and it was really painful. It was insane.

“They took the implant out, and i’m not getting them back now because I want to focus on the competitions.

“Sometimes, actually, my huge breasts were making it difficult for my boxing because I couldn’t keep my arms down!

“I am now three pounds lighter, so it will help me with the weight cut.

“It was a blessing, even though it sounds so tragic!”

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Last month, Bathory had to remove her breast implants after one burst in training
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Blonde beauty Bathory revealed the pain was off the charts[/caption]

Taunting a rival

Bathory became a viral superstar when she blew a kiss at rival Christine Wolmarans after being struck by a hard slap.

She barely flinched, which drew 136 million views in a clip shared on Instagram. More than anything on a Taylor Swift reel.

“My feelings are very mixed when I am competing in Power Slap,” Bathory said.

“I used to do wrestling and judo. There’s something about entertaining, which is important to me, but I still want to be there as an athlete.

“It came out naturally, why can’t I show my emotions? In judo you can’t, you have to respect the judges and the opponent.

“In Power Slap you get more freedom. And by the way, the slap from Christine was really strong! When she slapped me, I felt off for one second before then thinking, ‘Oh, I’m back!’

“I blew a kiss to say, ‘It wasn’t bad, but now it’s my turn’.”

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Bathory’s moment of glory in Power Slap went viral on Instagram[/caption]
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Big personality Bathory thought her Power Slap was a turn-on for men[/caption]

Bathory continued: “I think people appreciate that women can tolerate really high pain.

“I also think it was very attractive for many men, who messaged me they wanted to die by my slap!

“Men, maybe, weren’t even aware they wanted to get slapped until seeing this video!”

Dana White support

Power Slap has been backed by Dana White, with the UFC chief executive officer founding the sport in 2022.

“It’s definitely a privilege to work in the same industry as Dana White,” Bathory revealed.

“He motivates me every day to train harder because I would also love to compete in MMA.

“Hopefully, I can get his attention by fighting in both because he’s the GOAT of this industry.

“I am truly very grateful that I can be in the same circle.”

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Bathory revealed it was a pleasure to work in Power Slap with Dana White[/caption]
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UFC chief Dana White founded Power Slap in 2022

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Easy AI mistake that feels ‘harmless’ risks humans ‘losing control’ as experts over costly bank-emptying danger

ARTIFICIAL intelligence can build an eerily accurate picture of your life and who you are.

Now security experts have warned The Sun readers not too give away too much info when speaking to chatbots – even if it seems “harmless”.

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Be very wary when talking to AI chatbots – where is your info going?[/caption]

The problem with AI-powered chatbots is that they can seem almost humanlike.

They’re designed that way to be more helpful and approachable – but it can also mean you dropping your guard.

“We’re getting so comfortable talking to AI tools like ChatGPT that we often forget something important,” said cybersecurity pro Akhil Mittal, speaking to The Sun.

“We’re still sharing data, and that data help these systems learn more about us.”

You might think you’re sensible enough to not hand over sensitive financial info.

But the kinds of information that you shouldn’t be sharing with artificial intelligence bots goes far beyond your bank log-in.

“Most people know not to share passwords or credit card numbers,” said Akhil, a senior security consulting manager at Black Duck Software.

“The real concern is the small and everyday details.

“You might mention your upcoming travel plans, a work project, or even your health, thinking it’s harmless.

“But these small bits of information can add up over time, creating a picture of your life that you never intended to share.

“You’re giving away more than you think.”

There are several reasons why you wouldn’t want an AI knowing too much about you.

Firstly, it’s possible that you’re talking to a dodgy chatbot created by cyber-criminals specifically for extracting info from you.

Secondly, even if the chatbot itself isn’t malicious, your account could be hacked – leaking all of your info to whoever breaks in.

Hackers could exploit that info for financial gain.

Chris Haukcybersecurity expert at Pixel Privacy

And thirdly, you have very little control over where your info ends up once it has been “ingested” by the AI machine.

“Think of it like sending a text – just because it feels private doesn’t mean it can’t be shared or even seen by others,” Akhil warned.

“The point is AI systems learn from what you tell them.

“Even if they don’t store everything, they process that information to improve responses.

“So, it’s important to treat your conversations with the same caution as social media.

“Once it’s out there, it’s out of your control.”

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It’ll becoming increasingly difficult to avoid chatbots in the future.

So experts say it’s important to be extremely vigilant with what you send to an AI – or it could prove very costly.

HOW TO INTERACT WITH CHATBOTS

Here’s some advice from The Sun’s tech expert Sean Keach

The best way to interact with chatbots is to treat it like a total stranger.

You (hopefully) wouldn’t dish out sensitive details about your life to a random person on the internet.

Chatbots are no different – they talk like a human, and you don’t know where the info you share will end up.

Don’t be fooled by the fact that they can come across like a trusted friend or colleague.

In fact – and sorry to say – chatbots don’t care about you at all. So they don’t have your best interests at heart. They don’t have a heart!

It’s just lines of code simulating a human, so remember that if you’re tempted to pour your heart out to what is little more than a smart app.

Chatbots can be immensely powerful and help you with difficult problems – even personal ones – but keep everything anonymous.

Don’t share specifics about your life, and try to sign up to chatbots with info that doesn’t give away exactly who you are.

It’s especially important not to share info about your job with a chatbot, as you don’t want to land yourself in hot water professionally.

But don’t allow chatbots to build up a picture of who you are, because that could eventually be used against you.

If you hand over enough info, hackers might even be able to steal your identity or break into your bank account.

Speaking to The Sun, security expert Chris Hauk said you should try to avoid using a chatbot as a therapist or life guide.

“You should never share financial information, or your deepest thoughts,” said Chris, a consumer privacy advocate at Pixel Privacy.

“Some folks may be inclined to share problems with chatbots, using them as a therapist of sorts.

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You should even be careful when you’re speaking to respected and reputable chatbots like OpenAI’s ChatGPT[/caption]

“This is not a good idea, as doing so is a serious privacy concern, as both types of information would be used by bad actors to cause issues for you down the line.

“Also, never share confidential workplace information, which could result in the unintentional exposure of information about your employer.

“Never provide login information for your accounts in chatbot conversations. Hackers could exploit that info for financial gain.”

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Heartbreaking final WhatsApp messages of October 7 victim, 19, before Hamas dragged her to Gaza & executed her

A TEENAGER sent heartbreaking final messages to her boyfriend moments before Hamas thugs dragged her to Gaza.

Corporal Noa Marciano, 19, was brutally executed by the terror group just weeks after she was abducted from Israel’s Nahal Oz kibbutz.

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She was serving as a lookout when the post was stormed by Hamas gunmen on October 7.

As terrorists rampaged through villages near the border, Noa sent a series of upsetting messages to her boyfriend, Roy, via WhatsApp.

Noa told him she could hear “screams in Arabic”.

She also wrote: “Roy, I love you very much”.

In her final messages, Noa told Roy she was unable to speak on the phone and said: “They could be here.”

Noa’s distressing messages sparked a flurry of anxious messages from Roy, who wrote: “Noa, are you okay?!

“Please give me an update! Please!”

In further messages shared by Bild, he wrote: “Noa, please, this really scares me, Noa.

“Noa. Noa, please.”

After Noa was abducted, Hamas released a horrifying video of her speaking on camera.

She identified herself and confirmed she was being held captive in Gaza before it cut to vile images of what the terrorists claimed was Noa’s dead body.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) branded the clip “psychological terrorism”.

Hamas’ military wing claimed Noa had been killed in an airstrike on November 9.

On November 14, the Israeli military confirmed Noa’s death.

But IDF spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari confirmed Noa had died – but said she had been killed by Hamas, not in an airstrike.

He added: “Noa was kidnapped to an apartment next to Shifa Hospital.

How Hamas eluded Israeli spies

HAMAS' horror October 7 massacre plot escaped Israeli spies in a catastrophic security failure that sparked a year of unprecedented chaos, experts say.

It was the catalyst that plunged four nations – Israel, Palestine, Lebanon and Iran – into war, killing tens of thousands and marking a historic shift in the Middle East.

Experts have branded the spiralling situation in the Middle East as “one of the biggest human rights crises in the world right now” – triggered by the October 7 atrocity.

Bruce Riedel, who spent 30 years in the CIA including a stint in Israel at the Tel Aviv embassy, said Israel is now “fighting a war on multiple fronts”.

“We’ve never seen anything like this in Israeli history,” he said.

Since October 7, Israel’s archenemy Iran has used its terror proxies to do its dirty work.

Hezbollah has fired rockets from Lebanon in solidarity with Hamas, while the Houthis in Yemen have terrorised the Red Sea by attacking any ships they deem to be connected with Israel.

Israel is also still razing much of Gaza as its troops look to wipe out Hamas and rescue hostages still being held by Hamas thugs a year on.

Another front has also opened in Lebanon after Israeli troops and tanks last week poured over the border on a mission to wipe out Hezbollah’s war machine.

And last week, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Tehran “will pay” after making the “big mistake” of unleashing 181 missiles at Israel on Tuesday night.

He met with his war cabinet in a secret underground bunker to map out the blueprints of a devastating revenge attack on Iran.

Netanyahu’s response to Iran’s blitz could target oil production facilities or even its nuclear bases in a final blow to the tyrannical regime.

But experts believe this all could have been avoided if the October 7 attack had been foiled before it could happen.

Professor Riedel, who also served as a White House advisor, said: “Israel suffered a bigger defeat last October than it ever has before.

“The attack was on Israeli homes and villages and towns and bases. Israeli civilians, over a thousand, were killed and hundreds were taken hostage. This was unprecedented.

“And in the months since, thousands of people who live near Gaza and thousands of people who live near the Lebanese border have left their homes, which again is unprecedented.”

Kristyan Benedict, Crisis Response Manager for Amnesty International UK, told The Sun: “Gaza is one of the most under surveillance areas in the world.

“There are multiple layers of security barriers between Gaza and Israel. There’s 24/7 monitoring. There are human intelligence sources inside Gaza. 

“So you’d have to say there’s a catastrophic security failure that has happened.

“Senior Israeli security officials, current serving officials, previous officials and intelligence officials have already said that on the record, and that there needs to be some form of public inquiry.”

“During the IDF strikes in Gaza, a Hamas terrorist who was holding her, was killed.”

Citing a pathology report, he said the teenager was wounded by an IDF strike, and later taken to al-Shifa, where she was murdered.

Days later, her heartbroken mother Adi was pictured sobbing over her beloved daughter’s coffin at her funeral.

A huge crowd filled the streets in Modiin as Noa’s coffin, with the Israel flag draped over it, was carried by soldiers.

Fellow military personnel were seen in tears as Noa’s dad Avi tried to comfort his wife.

Shockwaves were sent across the world a year ago today as Hamas terrorised stormed the border and rampaged through villages.

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Soldiers visit a new memorial for the surveillance soldiers killed during the attack on the Nahal Oz base[/caption]
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More than 1,000 innocents were slaughtered and more than 250 civilians taken hostage.

The terror group’s bloody assault on Israel sparked a year of bloodshed, with the Middle East now teetering on the brink of all-out war.

Israel is still razing much of Gaza as its troops look to wipe out Hamas and rescue hostages still being held by Hamas thugs a year on.

And Israel’s archenemy Iran has been using its terror proxies to do its dirty work.

Hezbollah has fired rockets from Lebanon in solidarity with Hamas, while the Houthis in Yemen have terrorised the Red Sea by attacking any ships they deem to be connected with Israel.

Meanwhile, another front has also opened in Lebanon after Israeli troops and tanks last week poured over the border on a mission to wipe out Hezbollah’s war machine.

And last week, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Tehran “will pay” after making the “big mistake” of unleashing 181 missiles at Israel last Tuesday night.

It’s left the region on the cusp of seeing an all-out war erupt as leaders across the world call for an end to hostilities.

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General Hospital’s Kelly Monaco shares last scene with co-stars and fumes her firing ‘still doesn’t make sense’

GENERAL Hospital’s Kelly Monaco has shared some glimpses from her last scene on the soap while airing her frustrations over her sudden firing.

Kelly, 48, said in a recent social media post that her sudden sacking from General Hospital “still doesn’t make sense” to her.

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Taking to Instagram on Sunday (October 6), Kelly shared a snap of her character Sam McCall’s final scene, noting how it was her “final scene with the Davis girls.”

In the snap, Kelly could be seen with co-stars Kate Mansi, Nancy Lee Grahn, and Kristen Vaganos.

“Still doesn’t make any sense to me,” she added, touching on her firing from the beloved daytime program.

Co-star Nancy Lee commented on the post, writing, “In the middle of every difficulty lies opportunity.’ — Albert Einstein.

“I love you. All will be well. There are some things a TV mother just knows.”

At the end of August, it was revealed that Kelly would be exiting the soap as the beloved Sam McCall, with her exit scenes still yet to air this fall.

After more than two decades on the ABC soap opera, reports emerged in August that Kelly’s character would be killed off.

When the news came out, it was also claimed that “it wasn’t Kelly’s decision to leave” the soap opera, with her even allegedly “blindsided” by the news, as per Soap Opera Network.

After filming more than 2,000 episodes for the soap, fans were devastated that the soap star would be axed this fall.

Kelly joined the soap in 2003 after working on the spinoff series Port Charles, where she portrayed Livvie Locke from 2000 to 2003.

When Kelly joined General Hospital as Sam McCall, she was introduced as a con artist.

Kelly’s character is the biological daughter of mob boss Julian Jerome (played by William deVry) and attorney Alexis Davis (played by Nancy Lee Grahn).

DISAPPOINTED FANS

When the news of Kelly’s character being axed emerged, fans were up in arms.

General Hospital cast

General Hospital has been on air since the early 1960s.

The cast of the iconic soap opera includes:

  • Maurice Benard (Sonny Corinthos)
  • Chad Duell (Michael Corinthos)
  • Katelyn MacMullen (Willow Corinthos)
  • Robert Gossett (Marshall Ashford)
  • Josh Swickard (Harrison Chase)
  • Gregory Harrison (Gregory Chase)
  • Michael Easton (Hamilton Finn)
  • Kirsten Storms (Maxie Jones)
  • Dominic Zamprogna (Dante Falconeri)
  • Kelly Monaco (Samantha McCall)
  • Rebecca Herbst (Elizabeth Webber-Baldwin)
  • Cynthia Watros (Nina Reeves)
  • Maura West (Ava Jerome)

Celebrity appearances:

  • Demi Moore (1982-1984)
  • Meghan Markle (2002)
  • Mark Hamil (1972)
  • Kristin Davis (1991)
  • Eva Longoria (2000)
  • George Takei (1985)
  • Elizabeth Taylor (1981)

“This is a sad day.. I won’t be watching once she leaves she is the reason I am watching as is,” penned one.

They added, “The writing for the characters we love is unrecognizable, shows no growth this is why the ratings are down please get it together, figure it out so Sam stays.”

While another said, “This is an utterly ridiculous decision for GH to make.

“I can’t believe they’re doing this to Kelly Monaco, a veteran actress, and her character. Sam is very much needed on the show.”

LONGEST-RUNNING SOAP OPERA

General Hospital is reported to be the longest-running serial produced in Hollywood and the longest-running entertainment program in ABC television history.

The series follows the lives of the diverse and evolving citizens of the fictional town of Port Charles in upstate New York.

According to the description of the show, “the glamour and excitement of those who have come to find their destinies in the familiar seaport town intertwine with the lives, loves and fortunes of beloved faces.

“Love, danger and mind-blowing plot twists abound.”

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You’re drying your clothes wrong in winter & it’s the reason you have mould – my 4 tips will save your home

A LAUNDRY expert has revealed the best ways to avoid mould forming when airing out damp clothes.

The materials pro explained that common drying practices in the winter are causing damage to your home.

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Recent data has revealed that drying clothes in your home incorrectly can raise moisture levels in your home by up to 30%.

This can affect air quality, humidity and lead to the formation of mould over time.

As many as 90% of people begin drying their clothes inside as the temperature drops.

Thomas Bird, who works as a materials expert at Fabric Online, gave his advice on how to dry your clothes inside without causing dampness.

To carry out his recommended drying procedure, you will need a clothes drying rack or hanging space.

You may also use a box fans or a dehumidifier, though this is optional.

For his first step, Thomas examines the room in which he is drying the clothes.

“Find a well-ventilated room in your home, preferably with good airflow,” he advised.

“Avoid damp or unheated spaces like basements, as they can encourage mould growth.”

He also recommended investing in a “sturdy drying rack or creating hanging space where you can spread out your clothes.”

“Make sure there’s enough space between items for air to circulate,” he said.

As well as ensuring their is air circulation, he emphasised the importance of heat.

“Place your drying rack near a heat source, such as a radiator or a heater,” Thomas continued.

“This will help speed up the drying process.”

He also suggested opening a window or door to boost “fresh air circulation.”

How to dry wet washing inside, in winter

Drying rack or airer

Load up your airer with wet washing and place near a heat source – like a radiator or direct sunlight – to help distribute air around your clothes. 

Dehumidifier

Plug in a dehumidifier in a room with clothes hanging to dry quickly and prevent dampness and mould. Many now have a laundry setting.

Tumble dryer

A tumble dryer can heat moisture out of wet washing, saving time and can be used in any weather.

Heated airer

Many brands and shops now sell heated airers for as little as £30. The racks heat through electricity and can speed up drying time.

Open a window

Choose a spare room or unused room for keeping your washing and crack open a window, but close the door behind you.

Using curtain poles

Hang wet washing on radiators then hook them onto curtain poles with radiators below. The heat will rise and dry the items. Alternatively, if you have a shower curtain pole, hang your clothes in the bathroom with a window open.

“This will help prevent moisture buildup in your home,” he explained.

Thomas also offered advice to anyone who struggles with dampness in their house.

“If your home tends to be very humid, consider using box fans to improve air circulation,” he said.

“Alternatively, a dehumidifier can help remove excess moisture from the air.”

An extra step can also prevent mildew forming on your clothes as they dry.

“Check your clothes and give them a gentle shake to prevent items from sticking together,” he suggested.

“This promotes even drying and prevents mildew.

“Don’t overload your drying rack or hanging space. Crowded clothes take longer to dry and can trap moisture.”

Thomas also highlighted the importance of ensuring your clothes are “completely dry” before putting them away.

“Even a small amount of residual moisture can lead to mould,” he explained.

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