Adam Thomas made reference to the ‘drama’ on the I’m A Celebrity final, hours after claiming that lots of his argument with Jimmy Bullard ‘couldn’t be aired’.

This season of the South African spin-off has been nothing short of dramatic, with the biggest blowout coming between Adam and Jimmy.

In the South African jungle, the pair had a huge row after Jimmy uttered the words, ‘I’m a celebrity, get me out of here’, putting both of their positions on the show at risk.

During the live final, Adam referred to some of what went down after co-host Declan Donnelly said: ‘It certainly hasn’t been short of drama this year.’

Adam remarked: ‘I know there was a lot of drama that went on in a lot of camp but honestly we had the best time.’

Co-host Ant McPartlin voiced what we were all thinking: ‘It’s not going to kick off, what a shame.’

Jimmy, who left the show of his own accord, sat watching on in the audience.

The aired verbal spat between Adam and Jimmy contained many an expletive, but it’s been claimed that there was even worse language that in the end got cut.

An insider told the Daily Mail: ‘”Adam just completely lost it and went for Jimmy. He called him a c*** and Jimmy believes that he tried to kick him, too.”‘

On This Morning, fellow campmate Craig Charles claimed Adam was ‘dropping f-bombs and c-bombs’ and called it ‘traumatic’.

Adam cleared up some of the rumours himself: ‘I’ve seen some comments going around about things that some of my fellow campmates said during the row between me and Jimmy, and I just want to make one thing clear, I completely stand by them.

‘Not everything was shown, and honestly, a lot of it probably couldn’t be aired anyway, I’ll hold my hands up to that. So I understand where they were coming from, and I respect their honesty.’

ITV pushed back in a comment to Metro on claims that Adam tried to kick Jimmy, calling it ‘categorically untrue’. Talking about the network cutting part of the argument for broadcast, they said: ‘We show an accurate and fair representation of events.’

This isn’t the only feud that Adam is rumoured to be part of.

After clashing with David Haye about participating in trials, viewers think they’ve spotted Adam being criticised by fellow finalist Harry Redknapp.

During last night’s episode the campmates had to catch eggs for breakfast from a fake hen.

Adam was chuffed after he secured a pair at the same time and called out: ‘I caught two eggs at one time, some people might call me the eggspert.’

In the Telegraph, the former football coach seemed to take a swipe at Adam’s noise levels. He said: ‘Adam could have caught one in his mouth. He could have opened his gob and caught one, couldn’t he? Adam.’

On X, @putasinghonit made the observation: ‘Harry is not happy at Adam is he, crikey.’

While Sandra MaryHusk asked, ‘Is Harry saying that Adam got a big mouth?’ and @JAli89_91 commented, ‘Harry really doesn’t like Adam’.

I’m A Celebrity South Africa, the results, airs tonight at 10pm.

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King Charles is set to participate in a 9/11 memorial wreath-laying ceremony in New York next week, alongside Mayor Zohran Mamdani, his office announced on Friday. The event will honour the victims of the September 11, 2001, attacks on the Twin Towers, the deadliest assault on the United States.

Among the at least 2,606 people who died when al Qaeda militants crashed hijacked jetliners into the World Trade Center buildings were 67 Britons. Mayor Mamdani’s press secretary confirmed the King’s participation, adding that there would be no private meeting between the two.

The monarch is slated to make stops in Washington, D.C., New ‌York and Virginia during his April ‌27 to April 30 state visit. During the trip, King Charles will deliver a joint address before the US Congress, ⁠the first by a British monarch since Queen Elizabeth II spoke in 1991.

President Donald Trump will meet privately with King Charles, and host a state banquet for the king and his wife, Queen Camilla.

The trip comes amid strained US relations ‌with the United Kingdom. Trump told the ​BBC on Thursday that he believes King Charles ‌could help repair ⁠Washington’s relationship with London. “I know him well, ⁠I’ve known him for years. He’s a brave man, and ‌he’s a great ​man. They would ‌absolutely be a positive,” Trump ​said.

Mr Trump also warned he does not think Sir Keir Starmer “has a chance” of repairing the relationship unless he changes direction, including cracking down on immigration.

As well as policy differences, the two leaders have been at loggerheads over the Middle East conflict, with the president deriding the Prime Minister as weak and indecisive.

Charles and Camilla arrive in the US on Monday for a four-day visit.

Asked by the BBC whether the King’s trip will help repair strained transatlantic relations, Mr Trump said: “Absolutely. He’s fantastic. He’s a fantastic man. Absolutely the answer is yes.

“I know him well, I’ve known him for years.

“He’s a brave man, and he’s a great man. They would absolutely be a positive.”

In a video shared on X by the US Department of State, Mr Trump said: “I look forward to having King Charles come. He’s a friend of mine. We’ve spoken and we’re going to have a great time.”

Mr Trump also earlier this week waded into the row over Peter Mandelson and his appointment as US ambassador, branding it “a really bad pick”, but added that the Prime Minister had “plenty of time to recover”.

Asked about his intervention and whether the pair can fix their relationship, Mr Trump said: “If he opened the North Sea and if his immigration policies became strong, which right now they’re not, he can recover, but if he doesn’t, I don’t think he has a chance.”

Asked for his response to the President’s remarks during a visit to Kenton United Synagogue in Harrow, north-west London on Thursday, the Prime Minister said: “Well look, I’m the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, and I make my decisions based on what’s in the British national interest, and not what other people say or do.

“I’m here to serve the British people always, to have their interests and to make sure that I make the right decisions for them.

“That is why I took the decision that we would not be dragged into the war in Iran.

“That is why I took the decision we wouldn’t be dragged into the blockade of the Strait.

“That is in our best national interest. That is my duty. I will stick to it, and I’m not going to be diverted or deflected from that by what anybody else says.”

Mr Trump also repeated that he was “not happy” with the support offered by the UK during the Iran conflict, which Sir Keir had been reluctant to be drawn into.

He said: “I didn’t need them at all but they should’ve been there. I didn’t need them, obviously.”

“I didn’t need anybody. I wanted to see whether or not they would be involved.”

He described his calls for support as “more of a test”.

One person said the high street had ‘nothing’ to offer

Residents in a rural town say their hometown is relaxing, but most are disappointed with its “dying” high street. The rural market town of Ramsey is home to around 8,800 people, according to the 2021 census.

It’s a town full of history and beautiful surrounding countryside, but some of its residents have mixed views on their hometown. As part of our Exploring Cambridgeshire series, we spoke to people about what it’s like to live there.

Jeff Kinpton, who lives in Ramsey Forty Foot with wife Jane, thinks Ramsey is “lovely”, but “that was about it”. Jeff described the town’s high street as “crap”.

He added: “It’s full of barbers. We had a fruit shop which was lovely, but it went within a few months. There is a coffee shop which is brilliant, but other than that, we don’t use anything because you walk down the high street and there is nothing. There is nothing to come here for.”

Jane believes there isn’t “enough footfall” to bring people to Ramsey’s high street. She added: “They are on about taking away parking, which is going to kill the shops. The footfall is going to be worse and we are going to lose more shops. There is not a lot of reason to come into town.”

Elaine Baxter lives in Scotland, but regularly visits Ramsey to visit her elderly parents. She likes Ramsey, describing it as a “calm and nice” place. She believes the high street has a “reasonable amount of shops”, but finds it a “shame” that the town has “lost a lot of banks”.

She added: “There used to be a few nice ladies’ clothes shops, but that was about 20 years ago. Do they really need as many tanning shops? But, then if they want to attract younger people, maybe they do.”

Debbie Lowther is a long-term resident of Ramsey, but also volunteers at the Sue Ryder charity shop in the high street. On the state of the high street, she said: “It’s always a shame because any new shop tends to come and go very quickly, just because they don’t have the customers. You would think with all these houses it would bring more people in?

“Shops only last a few months. I think people need to research more, some shops aren’t going to work in Ramsey.”

One woman, who wished to remain anonymous, described Ramsey as a “relaxing place”, but it is better for people who want a “quiet life”. She said: “I wouldn’t scream about Ramsey, it’s just average.

“If you want a quiet life, then this is the place. But if you want somewhere that has a bit more happening and more on offer, this isn’t the place.”

The woman described the high street as “dying”. She added: “It pulls down the town. It’s made up of mostly barbers and vape shops, but then I think a lot of places are now.

“There is the odd nice café, and we do have big shops like B&M and Tesco, but that’s about it. The high street needs a good boost if they want more people to come here, but that is never going to happen.”

Despite some shops only opening for a few months at a time, Martin Law has proven how to run a long-running business in the town. He has run Crafty Ideas for around 35 years. On running his business in Ramsey, he said: “It’s ok, considering I get no help. The high street could be better.”

Martin believes he has made his business work as he “turns up everyday”. He added: “You can’t just show up one day and not turn up the next. If you support the people, they will support you. If you have time for people, then they are going to be there for you.

“It is difficult though when you are up against online. If someone came to me now and said they wanted to open a shop here, I would say don’t.”

Martin believes Huntingdonshire District Council don’t help local businesses in Ramsey. He added: “The people at HDC are not business people. They don’t know how to run a business or help with the issues of running a business. They seem to make decisions that are not good for Ramsey.”

A spokesperson for HDC said supporting towns such as Ramsey remains a “key priority” for the council. They added: “We are working with partners to strengthen the town centre and increase footfall.

“Through our Market Towns Programme, we are developing plans to enhance the Great Whyte area, including improvements to public spaces, a proposed timed pedestrianised area (subject to consultation), and potential retail pods to diversify the town centre offer and support independent businesses.

“We have already delivered improvements such as upgrades to Mews Close car park and supported enhancements to the Rivermill area, including better accessibility and environmental works. Our Economic Development team continues to support local businesses through initiatives like the Ramsey Business Booster, offering one-to-one advice, access to funding and wider networks to help businesses grow.

“We are also working to boost footfall through events, including festive activities in December 2025 and the recent Mother’s Day Market, which recorded the highest footfall day in March. In addition, Ramsey is promoted through the Discover Huntingdonshire platform to help attract more visitors. We will continue to work with residents, businesses and stakeholders to shape future improvements and support a more vibrant and resilient town centre.”

The monthly cost of £16.88 equates to 56p a day, when split across an average 30-day calendar month

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Currently, musicMagpie is selling a Sony PlayStation 5 for £464.99. In addition to paying for it outright, customers can also pay £15.25 per month.

The monthly cost of £16.88 equates to 56p a day, when split across an average 30-day calendar month. The Sony PlayStation 5 on offer is refurbished and is a disc edition with 825GB storage.

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City of York Council planning officers refused a change of use application for the three-bedroom end terrace in Vine Street, off Bishopthorpe Road.

Plans stated its owner sought to rent out one bedroom to holidaymakers while they are away on business after doing so occasionally since 2023 without receiving complaints.

But five objectors claimed multiple holiday lets already operating nearby and were harming the quiet street and the established local community.

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A council report on the plans stated one bedroom in the house had been let out for 131 nights in the last year.

Only one bedroom has and would continue to be rented out, with the other two locked while the owner is away.

Plans stated the house would only be partially and occasionally rented out and it would not operate as a full commercial holiday let, minimising the impact on neighbours.

They added approving the change of use application would provide the owner with clarity and legal certainty.

The home subject to the holiday let plan in Vine Street (Image: Google)

But objectors claimed approving the plans would result in residential housing in the area being lost and that there was little economic justification for allowing another holiday let.

They added guests who were coming and going would not take care of the home’s garden.

One objection stated: “There are multiple holiday lets in the street and area which cause a nuisance to residents.”

Council planning officers stated the owner living at the property for much of the time meant it would not have the same impact on neighbours as a commercial holiday let.

But they added there was no guarantee it would continue to be occupied in that way in the future and any conditions restricting lets would be difficult to enforce.

Leaders of Reform and the Conservatives joined the Labour Prime Minister in saying that Britain’s sovereignty of the islands, which are 8,000 miles away, is not in question. LibDem leader Sir Ed Davey even suggested the king’s visit to the US should be pulled in protest.

Donald Trump is doing what he does best: he is trying to bully people into falling in meekly behind him. He is trying to provoke a reaction.

But this can’t just be dismissed as “Donald being Donald”. The Argentinian president, Javier Milei, is very close to Trump and, even if the US president doesn’t really mean what is in the memo, it will encourage Milei.

And, as usual, Mr Trump has failed to consider those who matter most: the people. Where do the Falkland Islanders want to live?

In a 2013 referendum, 99.8 per cent of voters, on a 92 per cent turnout, chose to remain a UK Overseas Territory. Only three out of the 1,517 votes cast were against staying with the UK.

It should be up to them where and how they want to live, just as it should be up the Ukrainians to decide how they want to live.  Or indeed the people of Greenland.

As leader of the free world, on a point of principle, Mr Trump should be supporting fair and democratic societies,  not using them as bargaining chips in an attempt to get his own way.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will change some benefit payment dates next week due to the May bank holiday – here’s what you need to know

Thousands of benefit claimants will see their payment dates brought forward next week due to the upcoming bank holidays. The forthcoming May bank holiday, falling on Monday, May 4, is the cause of the change.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) does not process benefit payments on bank holidays — instead, claimants will receive their money on the last working day beforehand. This means that anyone due a benefit payment on Monday, May 4, should expect to receive it on Friday, May 1, instead.

A second bank holiday falls on Monday, May 25 — again, those due a payment on this date will be paid early. Benefits should be paid on Friday, May 22, instead.

However, receiving payment early does mean a longer gap before the following payment. Money will be deposited into the usual bank account where benefits are regularly received, reports the Mirror. The amount paid will remain unchanged unless personal circumstances have been altered.

The payment adjustment will also affect certain HMRC benefits, including Child Benefit.

Television presenter Graham Norton has been married to husband Jonathan McLeod since 2022

Graham Norton is a regular face on our screens, with ITV show The Neighbourhood and Eurovision representing just two of his ventures this year.

However, his personal life remains precisely that, with the broadcaster known for maintaining privacy regarding his romantic life throughout the years, reports the Mirror.

While he’s experienced his share of romantic ups and downs – previously joking that he’d be “single forever” – Graham did discover true love and has been wed to Jonathan ‘Jono’ McLeod since 2022, with the couple poised to mark their fourth anniversary this summer.

So what does their life together look like? And what has Graham revealed about their marriage?

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Meeting partner transformed star’s view on marriage

During a 2022 appearance on Ireland’s The Late Late Show, talk show host Graham chatted about how marriage hadn’t been on the cards and hinted that meeting Scottish filmmaker Jonathan was what altered his outlook.

“As you get older, having had a string of failed relationships, you appreciate when something is right, you treasure it, you don’t take it for granted and so put a ring on it,” he was quoted as saying on the programme.

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Graham and Jonathan married in Cork in 2022, reportedly a few years after they met for the first time.

The pair exchanged their vows in a ceremony at Bantry House, a historic estate that was built in the early 18th century. They are then thought to have returned to Graham’s harbour residence in Ahakista to carry on the celebration.

Reports at the time suggested approximately 120 guests attended, with singer Lulu believed to have entertained those at the event. Panti Bliss was understood to have provided the DJ duties, while Irish dancing troupe Cairde are thought to have performed as well.

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In 2023, Graham – who was in his late 50s when he tied the knot with Jonathan – offered fans a rare glimpse into his marriage while speaking with The Guardian.

Recalling a moment from their wedding day, he said: “I had a joke in my speech: the vows are much more manageable. ‘Till death do us part’ seems more achievable at our age.”

He added: “If you get married at 23, that’s a big ask. We only have to put up with each other for a couple of decades. And then I’ll be out of here.”

In 2024, he told Attitude he was “enjoying” married life. “I was older, so I went into it with my eyes wide open,” he said. “You know the pitfalls of relationships, the dangers. But I met someone who I was willing to take a bet on.”

The Neighbourhood starts at 9pm on ITV on Friday April 24.

​Banks Lounge Bar, at 5 Murray Street in Filey, will not be allowed to create an outdoor drinking area at the rear of the Victorian-era bank, which was converted in 2018.

​Tracy Fleet applied to remove a condition that was originally put in place to prevent noise disturbance to nearby residential properties, especially during the evening and nighttime hours.

​The outdoor site could have been used until 9.30pm and would have had space for up to 35 people.

​Officers noted that the rear yard is in “close proximity to dwellings, and its use as an external drinking area is likely to result in elevated noise levels from patrons, including raised voices, laughter, and general social activity”.

​A council planning report highlighted that “these types of noises are difficult to control and can be particularly intrusive during quieter hours”, adding that “the removal of this condition would significantly increase the risk of loss of residential amenity due to noise, and environmental health considers this to be unacceptable”.

​One representation was received from a member of the public who supported the proposal on the grounds that the bar is “a well-run establishment and should be encouraged to support businesses”.

​Planners said the proposal to remove the condition prohibiting the use of the external area had the potential to introduce levels of disturbance to the area not previously experienced from the site.

​Officers concluded that “given the direct proximity of the seating area to the residential neighbours to the rear, it is considered that the capacity would be excessively high, and in combination with the proposed operation hours late into the evening, the proposed removal of the condition from the original permission restricting the outdoor area would have an unfavourable relationship with the residential dwellings”.

​They said that approval of the plan would result in “undue noise and disturbance, the sum of which would be to cause significant harm impacts on the occupants of these neighbouring dwellings”.

​The application was rejected by North Yorkshire Council.